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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12 Days of Fitness Challenge

Visit the Y at least 12 times in December and WIN A PRIZE! On your 12th visit, stop by Member Services to pick up your prize. Virtual Y classes count, too!

*Valid at all YMCA of Delaware locations while supplies last.


Winter Registration is NOW OPEN!

Join us in 2025 for:

  • Tumbling
  • Karate
  • Dance
  • Young Artist’s Studio
  • Basketball Skills
  • Volleyball Skills
  • Swim Lessons
  • Small Group Training

Winter Sessions begin January 6th!


2025 YMCA Junior Blue Coats Basketball League

In partnership with the Delaware Blue Coats (the G League affiliate of the Philadelphia 76ers), the YMCA of Delaware is thrilled to offer the Junior Coats Basketball League—a dynamic opportunity for kids to sharpen their basketball skills, make new friends, and engage with our local G League team!

What’s included in your registration:

  • A reversible jersey
  • Discounted tickets to Blue Coats games
  • Entry into the YMCA Ennis Tournament
  • Two exclusive basketball clinics hosted by the Blue Coats
  • And more!

Register NOW | Season starts January 6th


Angel Tree

It’s time again for our annual Angel Tree. Grab an angel ornament from the tree in our lobby and return your unwrapped present, with tag, to the membership desk by December 15th. The Angel Ornament is yours to keep!

12 Days of Fitness

Locations: YMCA of Delaware

12 Days of Fitness is Back! Visit the YMCA at least 12 times in December and get fun YMCA swag! Simply stop by the membership desk on your 12th visit of the...

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Blue Coats Play Day

Locations: Brandywine YMCA 3 Mount Lebanon Road, Wilmington, DE

Get ready to shoot hoops with the pros! The Delaware Blue Coats are hosting a FREE basketball clinic at the YMCA. This exciting event offers young athletes, aged 5 to...

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Brandywine YMCA Comedy Night 2025

Locations: DoubleTree Hotel 4727 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE, United States

🎤🎉 Comedy Night 2025 at the Brandywine YMCA! 🎉🎤 Join us for an unforgettable evening of laughter and giving back to our community! The Brandywine YMCA invites you to Comedy...

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$45.00

  • 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
  • Family Locker Room
  • Sauna
  • Over 100 group exercise classes weekly- HIIT, Yoga, Pilates, Barre, Spinning, Zumba, BodyCombat and more
  • 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
  • Free babysitting while You Work Out
  • Youth in Government

Take a Tour

Take a look inside our facilities. Click here!

 

FACILITY HOURS

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

HANBY OUTDOOR POOL

Click here to see Outdoor Pool hours

HOLIDAY HOURS 2024

  • Thanksgiving Day (11/28) | CLOSED
  • Christmas Eve (12/24) | 5 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  • Christmas Day (12/25) | CLOSED
  • New Years Eve (12/31) | 5 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  • New Years Day (1/1) | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Kids’ Zone

(Ages 6 weeks – 5 years)

Monday – Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Monday – Thursday: 5 – 8 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Sunday: 12 -3 p.m.

Youth Fitness Center

(Ages 6 – 11 years)

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

Megan Capobianco

Member Experience and Sales Specialist
(302) 510-1183

Steph Gant

Asst. Health & Wellness Director
(302) 478-9622 ext. 4321

Lindsay Glunt

Member Experience and Sales Specialist
(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

Samuel Meck

Sr. Facilities Director
(302) 510-1235

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


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Our Mission


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