Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA

(302) 836-9622

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Bear Child Care

Check out YMCA Bear in Newark, DE’s Child Care options including Before and After School Care, School is Out care, and more!

 

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Bear Summer Camp

Day and specialty camps at the Bear-Glasgow Family 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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Programs

Bear-Glasgow YMCA in Newark, DE’s program lineup has something for everyone – fitness, sports, swim lessons, arts, and more!

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Introducing Kids’ Club!

YMCA Kids’ Club provides a secure, engaging space for children ages 6 weeks to 11 years while parents enjoy YMCA facilities. Available at most YMCA of Delaware locations, Kids’ Club offers fun activities tailored to every age group. Kids’ Club is a free service for members with Adult Plus Children memberships. Enjoy up to 2 hours of care per day—an incredible value of up to 60 hours of childcare each month, worth more than $900 per child!

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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.

Summer Camp Registration

Locations: Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, United States

Registration opens for the 2025 Summer Camp Season! Go here to register and learn more about Camp Cassey.

Spring Program Registration

Locations: Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, United States

Head here to register and learn more about Bear-Glasgow spring programs.

2025 Beach Party

Locations: Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, Central YMCA, Dover YMCA, Middletown YMCA, Sussex YMCA, Walnut Street YMCA, Brandywine YMCA, Western YMCA 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE +7 more

Summer vibes in January? Yes, please! Join us for our annual Beach Party! It's a family-friendly event, a perfect way to escape the winter blues with fun activities for kids...

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Event Series Teen Night

Teen Night

Locations: Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, United States

Join us from 6 PM to 8 PM for a FREE evening of cool activities and a time to make awesome friends! We've got something special for everyone. All teens...

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  • Fitness Center (ages 12* and up): State-of-the-Art Cardio Equipment, Strength Circuit, Free Weights
    *Youth ages 12 & 13 must go through a fitness orientation prior to using the Fitness Center and be accompanied by a parent/guardian during their visit.
  • Youth Fitness Center for Kids Ages 6 to 11 years old
  • Free Drop-In Babysitting for Children Ages 6 weeks to 6 years old for members with Adult Plus Children memberships
  • Spinning Studio with 50+ Spin Bikes
  • Functional Training Center: Monkey Bars, Plyo Box, Heavy Bag, Pendulum squat machine and more
  • Stretching/Training Room
  • TRX Group Training Classes: Basic, Advanced, and Specialty Classes
  • Small Group Training Classes for Everyone
  • Indoor pool: 8-lane, 25-yard pool
  • Group Water Exercise Classes: Variety of classes
  • Beautiful Oversized Gymnasium: Family, Adult, Teen Pick-Up Basketball, Pick-Up Volleyball and Pickleball
  • Co-ed Sauna
  • Men’s and Women’s Locker Rooms
  • Family Locker Room
  • Outdoor Pool Complex:  Family Fun Pool with Beach Entry and 8-Lane Pool
  • Over 100 Group Exercise Classes Weekly- HIIT, Yoga, Pilates, Barre, Spinning, Zumba, BodyPump, BodyCombat, GRIT and more
  • Heated Yoga
  • Free Fitness Consultations; Access to Variety of Personal Training Options
  • Monthly Member and Family Events
  • Classes for Preschool, Youth, and Family Fun (Swim Lessons, Dance, Family Zumba, Born to Move, etc.)
  • Variety of Youth Sports Options

 

Take a Video Tour

Take a look inside the Bear Glasgow YMCA in Newark, DE from the comfort of your home. Click here to see a short video showcasing our facility features.

Facility Hours

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

Family Build & Play Time

Stop by our Activity Room for fun and creative building activities using our Imagination Playground Blue Blocks! For parents and children, all ages are welcome.

  • Fridays 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
  • Sundays 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Kids’ Club Hours

Ages 6 weeks – 11 years (2 hour limit per day)

  • Sunday: 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
  • Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. *Ages 6 weeks – 6 years only
  • Monday – Thursday: 4:30 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
  • Saturday: 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Terry Mullan

Community VP/Sr. Executive Director, Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA
(302) 232-7079

Brandon Beckley

Assistant Facilities Director
(302) 836-9622

[email protected]

Pamela Cox

Health and Wellness Director
(302) 392-2414

Ben Kettner

Business Manager
(302) 257-5834

Derek Marshallsea

Sr. Membership Director
(302) 392-2408

Rachel Mcguire

Member Experience and Sales Specialist
(302) 510-1172

Erin Neurohr

Sr Child Development Director
(302) 257-5856

Camille Olsen

Aquatic Specialist
(302) 392-2417

Casey Reynolds

Member Experience and Sales Specialist
(302) 392-2402

Justin Roberts

Youth Development Director, Sports & Camp
(302) 510-1230

Alex Rybin

Aquatics Director
(302) 392-2411

Gary Slagle

Facility Director
(302) 268-9170

Ebony Tessein

Program Coordinator - Teens
(302) 257-5854

Natalia Turner

Youth Development Director, Before & After School Care
(302) 392-2413

Charles Warner

Assistant Health and Wellness Director
(302) 836-9622


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Our Mission


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