The YMCA of Delaware is pleased to announce that they will once again offer swim lessons throughout the state of Delaware. Registration is now open for sessions running July 13th through August 22nd. As America’s leader in aquatics instruction, the Y is the most accessible community resource to prevent drowning and encourage a lifelong enjoyment…
YMCA of Delaware Opens Day Camps Across the State
New protocols in place to keep everyone healthy, safe, and having fun! The YMCA of Delaware is excited to announce that they are opening summer day camps. Y full and half-day camps are filled with fun and adventure for campers of all ages, preschoolers through teens. Day Camps are offered statewide at YMCA locations in…
YMCA OF DELAWARE HUNGER RELIEF EFFORTS TO CONTINUE
The YMCA of Delaware will continue to distribute food at multiple locations across the state and will serve as pickup sites for the Food Bank of Delaware Backpack Program. To date, the YMCA has distributed more than 125,000 meals to community members in need. For more information, visit www.ymcade.org/food-distribution/. Community members will be able to…
YMCA of Delaware to reopen on June 1st
Phased reopening to begin with Fitness centers, select fitness classes, many pools, and virtual online classes The YMCA of Delaware is excited to announce that they are opening their doors on Monday, June 1st! Members will be greeted with a welcome back celebration and a new Y experience that ensures safety and comfort for all….
YMCA OF DELAWARE TO DISTRIBUTE FOOD TO THOSE IN NEED
WHAT: The YMCA of Delaware will be providing meals to those in need at multiple locations across the state. This Thursday, April 2nd, community members will be able to pick up boxes of pre-packaged non-refrigerated/non-perishable food staples at the Central YMCA, Bear-Glasgow YMCA, Western YMCA, and the Brandywine YMCA. Friday, April 3rd, pick up will…
YMCA REDEPLOYS FACILITIES AS EMERGENCY RESPONSE CENTERS
Childcare and Hunger Relief Among Important Services Wilmington, DE– Though the YMCA of Delaware’s doors have temporarily closed for typical operations, the Y is still here for the community during this challenging time. In response to the current global pandemic, the YMCA of Delaware has mobilized response efforts to offer needed programs and services…
YMCA OPENS THEIR VIRTUAL DOORS TO THE COMMUNITY FOR FREE
Wilmington, Del.,– Though the YMCA of Delaware’s doors have closed temporarily, the Y is still here for our community. Starting Tuesday, March 17th, community members were given access to Virtual Y, a new online community designed to help participants stay connected and keep their families strong and active even when they can’t visit the Y….
Your Health Matters
During the past few weeks, news about the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has been prevalent in the media. Although the number of confirmed cases in the United States remains low and there are no current cases in Delaware, health issues of this type can generate anxiety, worry and concerns. We want you to know the health…
5 Secrets to Staying Motivated When January is Over
Wilmington, DE- Each January, thousands of Delawareans flock to their local gym in hopes of getting in shape and living a healthier lifestyle in the new year. Too often January comes to an end and motivation starts to dwindle as our busy lives take priority. The sad fact is that almost 50% of American adults…
Take Your Quest for Fitness to the Next Level
Wish you had a personal trainer, but it isn’t in the budget? What if I told you that you could have a custom workout created for you at your local Delaware Y branch…for free? When I joined the Brandywine YMCA four years ago, I met with a floor coach initially, and she wrote up a…