Western Family YMCA

(302) 709-9622

Join Today!

Western Family YMCA

(302) 709-9622

Join Today!

Before & After School Care

Rise and shine, early birds! Before and After School Care registration is now open exclusively to current participants at the Western Family YMCA! Reserve your spot today and sign up online!

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Summer Camp

Day and specialty camps at the Western Family YMCA are about discovery and having the best summer of your life!

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Programs

The Western Family YMCA’s program lineup has something for everyone – fitness, sports, swim lessons, arts, and more!

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HOLLY JOLLY HIITmas CHALLENGE

This Holiday Season, let’s HIIT the ground running with High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT). Don’t know how or where to start? Take part in any HIIT, Boot Camp, or one of our special pop-up classes at Western YMCA, or tune in to our HIIT library with On Demand classes through YMCA360.

Through December, your goal will be to complete 15 HIIT workouts in a month.


BrainSavers

Discover a research-backed, holistic approach to vibrant aging with our BrainSavers at the YMCA. Elevate your vitality and resilience with BrainSavers at the YMCA, a dynamic instructor-led program designed to invigorate your mind and body. Experience the joys of independent living while enhancing your overall physical and cognitive health through our engaging curriculum. Learn more and register here.

  • Turkey Burn

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

    Let's get ready to work off that turkey! Join us for our post-Thanksgiving Turkey Burn classes, check our schedules for the best fit for you! Members: Bring a friend for...

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  • Pancakes with Santa!

    Locations: Western YMCA 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE
    Western YMCA

    Join us in the Western Family YMCA Lobby as something NEW & SWEET is coming this year! We’re flipping the fun with Pancakes with Santa! Bring your family and enjoy...

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  • BODYPUMP: Heavy Pop-Up Class

    Locations: Western YMCA 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE
    Western YMCA

    Get ready to take your strength training to the next level! Join us in the Aerobic Room for this new group exercise class that focuses on heavier weights, lower reps,...

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  • Hot Cocoa Day

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

    Come warm up from the cold with a FREE cut of hot cocoa in the lobby!

  • 12 Days Of HIITmas Bootcamp “Pop-Up” Class

    Locations: Western YMCA 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE
    Western YMCA

    Join us on the Fitness Center Indoor Turf for this high-energy bootcamp, where each round adds a new exercise, building up to a full circuit of 12 challenging moves designed...

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  • Les Mills Ceremony “Pop-Up” Class

    Locations: Western YMCA 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE
    Western YMCA

    Join us in the Aerobic Room for this 45-minute full-body functional circuit scientifically designed for strength and cardio conditioning. Give it your all with a community that has your back!

  • National Ugly Sweater Day

    Locations: Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, Brandywine YMCA, Central YMCA, Dover YMCA, Middletown YMCA, Sussex YMCA, Western YMCA, YMCA of Delaware, Walnut Street YMCA 1000 North Walnut Street, Wilmington, DE, United States +8 more
    Association-Wide

    The holidays are upon us! Let's get in the spirit of the season and wear our ugly holiday sweaters! Make sure you showcase your sweater in the lobby. We'll have...

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  • Brew & Bites

    Locations: Western YMCA 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE
    Western YMCA

    It’s the last Sunday of the month! After crushing your workout, treat yourself to a healthy breakfast in our Lobby. It’s the perfect way to refuel and wrap up the...

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  • State-of-the-Art  Fitness Center – Cardio Equipment, Strength Circuit, Free Weights, Olympic Lifting Center
  • Functional Training Center: Monkey Bars, Plyo Box, Heavy Bag, and more
  • 2 Indoor pools
  • 2 Outdoor pools (seasonal access)
  • Basketball Gymnasium – Newly Renovated!
  • 6 Brand New Professional Grade Outdoor Pickleball and Basketball Courts
  • Men’s and Women’s Locker Rooms
  • Family Locker Rooms
  • Sauna
  • Western Family YMCA in Newark, DE Offers Over 80 Group Exercise Classes Weekly- HIIT, Yoga, Pilates, Barre, Cycling, Zumba, BodyPump, BodyCombat, and more
  • Small-Group Training (fitness training in groups of 3-10 with a certified coach)
  • Instructional Classes such as Swimming, Dance and more
  • Teen Leadership Programs
  • Free Fitness Consultations; Access to Personal Training
  • Free Babysitting Options While You Work Out 

Facility Hours

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

*Pools close 15 minutes before facility.

Kids’ Club

Ages 6 Weeks – 11 years

  • Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
  • Monday – Thursday: 4:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
  • Saturday: 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
  • Sunday: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Western Family YMCA Pool Hours

Bubble Pool | Open during facility operating hours 7 days a week

*The Bubble Pool will be closed at the following times for swim meets:

  • 12/4/25 | 2:30 – 5 p.m.
  • 12/9/25 | 2:30 – 5 p.m.
  • 1/20/26 | 2:30 – 5 p.m.
  • 1/22/26 | 2:30 – 5 p.m.
  • 2/25/26 | 2:30 – 5 p.m.

 

Click here to see YMCA of Delaware Outdoor Pool hours

 

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

 

Matthew Dolamore

Community Executive Director, Western Family YMCA
(302) 510-1201

Robert Alberts

Director of Aquatic Operations
(302) 510-1244

Jayceelyn Aranton

Membership Experience & Sales Specialist
(302) 533-1800

Jojo Baker

Youth Development Director
(302) 709-9622

Daniel Cooper

Assistant Facilities Director
(302) 709-9622

Noelle Downey

Sr. Youth Development Director
(302) 709-9622

Chelsea Finch

Fitness Director
(302) 709-9622

Megin Hewes

Sr. Director of Membership Sales & Engagement
(302) 709-9622 ext. 7015

Derrick May

Membership Experience & Sales Specialist
(302) 510-1256 ext. 7016

Stephane Ratsimbazafy

Youth Development & Sports Coordinator
(302) 510-1302

Stacey Scott

Aquatics Specialist
(302) 709-9622

Daron Simmons

Facility Director
(302) 709-9622 ext. 7011

Kerry Smith

Sr. Business Manager
(302) 478-8304


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