Before & After School Care

YMCA Brandywine’s care is offered at Carrcroft, Claymont, Forwood, Hanby, Lancashire, Lombardy, Maple Lane, and Mt. Pleasant Elementary Schools.

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Programs

YMCA Brandywine in Wilmington, DE’s program lineup has something for everyone – fitness, sports, swim lessons, arts, and more!

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Brandywine YMCA Summer Camp

Day and specialty camps at the Brandywine YMCA share one thing: they’re about discovery and having the best summer of your life! Click here to learn more about our camps.

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Complimentary Fitness Center Orientation

You will meet with a trainer or instructor who will show you the basics of how to use the gym equipment. Contact your local Y to schedule an appointment today.


Healthy Aging at the Brandywine YMCA

The Brandywine YMCA will once again celebrate the amazing seniors in our community. From September 21st to 30th, seniors are welcome at the Y for FREE!

This year’s celebration is packed with engaging presenters, free health screenings, and fun activities for both members and guests. Enjoy meaningful fellowship at our Lunch & Learn sessions.

Highlights include:

  • Fall Prevention & Balance Screenings
  • Downsizing Tips
  • Brain Health & Chronic Disease Prevention
  • Medicare Plan Strategies
  • The Resilient Caregiver
  • Exercise and the Science of Aging
  • Changing the Conversation on Obesity and Liver Health

Enjoy meaningful fellowship at our Lunch & Learn sessions, and don’t miss awesome workout experiences, including: Tai Chi, LIFE, Bands and Balance, Sound Bath, and Diamond Art projects!

Mark your calendars and join us for a week of wellness, learning, and community connection.

Please check in at Member Services. *Driver’s License required for guests 18+.


Brandywine Social Club

Serving adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

For more information contact Davina Anderson

Check out our activities under Events!


  • Welcoming Week

    Locations: Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, Brandywine YMCA, Central YMCA, Dover YMCA, Middletown YMCA, Sussex YMCA, Walnut Street YMCA, Western YMCA, YMCA of Delaware +8 more

    Welcoming Week is an annual event that brings communities together to promote cross-cultural understanding. It raises awareness of the benefits of welcoming everyone. Connect with neighbors, share your culture, and...

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  • Brandywine Social Club: Brandywine Diner

    Locations: Brandywine Diner 303 Rocky Run Pkwy, Wilmington, DE, United States

    Join the Brandywine Social Club as we enjoy dinner, dessert, and fellowship with friends at the Brandywine Diner! Bring money for dinner/dessert! Paratransit Pick-up at 7:30pm

  • Grandparents Day

    Locations: Brandywine YMCA, Central YMCA, Dover YMCA, Middletown YMCA, Sussex YMCA, Western YMCA, YMCA of Delaware +6 more

    We’re honoring grandparents and grandkids! Come celebrate with us; grandparents and grandkids get in free! Just bring a government ID and enjoy the day together.

  • Brandywine Social Club: Brandywine Hundred Library

    Locations: Brandywine Hundred Library 1300 Foulk Rd., Wilmington, DE, United States

    Join the Brandywine Social Club for a planning meeting and we'll enjoy the Diamond State Band! We will meet in the multi-purpose room at 5:30 pm. Concert begins at 6...

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  • Brandywine Social Club: ARC Dance

    Locations: IBEW Local #313 814 W. Basin Rd, New Castle, DE, United States

    Join the Brandywine Social Club for the ARC Dance! We'll enjoy music by American Pie Entertainment's DJ Paul. Paratransit Pick-up at 7:30 pm.

  • Celebrate Healthy Aging At The Y!

    Locations: Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, Brandywine YMCA, Central YMCA, Dover YMCA, Middletown YMCA, Sussex YMCA, Western YMCA, YMCA of Delaware +7 more

    In honor of Healthy Aging Month, adults 65+ can visit participating YMCA of Delaware locations for FREE! Come discover all the ways the Y can help you stay active, healthy...

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  • Brandywine Social Club: Arcade Night with Autism Delaware

    Locations: Wilmington Home Amusements 14 Germay Drive, Wilmington, DE, United States

    Join the Brandywine Social Club for an Arcade Night with Autism Delaware! Admission is $5 per person and includes a slice of pizza and a soft drink. Please have your...

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  • Fall 2 Registration Opens

    Locations: Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, Brandywine YMCA, Central YMCA, Dover YMCA, Middletown YMCA, Sussex YMCA, Walnut Street YMCA, Western YMCA, YMCA of Delaware +8 more

    Join us for a season full of swim lessons, sports skills, and enrichment programs. Whether it’s making a splash, building new skills, or exploring new interests, the Y has something...

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  • Fitness Center: State-of-the-Art Cardio Equipment, Strength Circuit, Free Weights
  • Functional Training Center: Monkey Bars, Plyo Box, Heavy Bag, and more
  • Two Indoor pools
  • One outdoor pool at the Hanby Outdoor Center
  • Basketball Gymnasium
  • Men’s and Women’s Locker Rooms
  • Universal Locker Room
  • Sauna
  • Over 100 group exercise classes weekly- HIIT, Yoga, Pilates, Barre, Spinning, Zumba, BodyCombat and more
  • Drop-in Pickleball for members in the gymnasium
  • Aquatic Group Fitness Classes
  • Small Group Training- TRX, Kettlebell, GRIT
  • Free Fitness Consultations
  • Access to Personal Training
  • Instructional Children’s Classes: Swimming, Dance, Karate and more
  • Youth Sports including Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball and more
  • Preschool Program
  • Before and After School Care
  • Summer Day Camp
  • Teen Workforce Development Program
  • Free drop-in child watch in our Kids’ Club! Families with an Adult + children membership get 2 hours of free child watch while they work out for children 6 weeks to 11 years of age.

  • Youth in Government


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BRANDYWINE YMCA HOURS

Monday-Friday: 5 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Saturday: 6 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday: 12 – 6 p.m.

HANBY OUTDOOR POOL

Address: 35 Chestnut Street Wilmington, DE 19810

Click here to see the YMCA of Delaware’s Outdoor Pool hours

Holiday Hours

Click here to find a list of our Holiday Hours.

Kids’ Club

(Ages 6 weeks – 11 years)

Monday – Friday:

  • 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. – 6 weeks – 5 years only

Monday – Thursday:

  • 5 – 8 p.m.

Saturday: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Sunday: 12 – 3 p.m.

For the most up to date holiday schedules, visit the Locations & Hours page.

 

Carolan Cross

Community VP/Sr. Executive Director, Brandywine YMCA
(302) 478-3202

Liz Ackroyd

Director, Before & After School Enrichment & Sports
(302) 510-1180

Davina Anderson

Director of Membership Sales & Engagement
(302) 510-1186

Clark Bickling

Swim Team Registrar
(302) 227-3638

Matthew Dunbar

Facilities Director
(302) 510-1235

Lindsay Glunt

Membership Experience Sales Lead
(302) 478-9622

Gary Karp

Director, Camp and Teens
(302) 478-8579

Sarah Kelly

Director of Aquatic Operations
(302) 478-3106

Dot McFadden

Senior Health & Wellness Director
(302) 510-1175

Cheressa Myers

Membership Experience Sales Lead
(302) 510-1183

Bridget O’Connor

Preschool & Family Director
(302) 478-8591

Elizabeth Schaff

Senior Child Development Director
(302) 478-8306

Kerry Smith

Sr. Business Manager
(302) 478-8304

Nick Steinly

Asst. Health & Wellness Director
(302) 510-1178


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Our Mission


To empower youth, foster healthy living, and promote strong communities.