Western Family YMCA

(302) 709-9622

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Before & After School Care

With school fast approaching, have you secured your children’s Before and After School Care 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! Click here to learn more about our camps.

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Programs

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

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2025 Swim Meets At Bubble Pool

St. Marks High School will host swim meets from at the Western Family Y Bubble Pool on the following dates:

  • Tuesday, January 7th
  • Monday, January 27th
  • Wednesday, January 29th
  • Monday, February 3rd

The Bubble Pool will be closed from 2 – 5 p.m. on the above dates. Thank you for your understanding.


Updated Outdoor Pickleball Courts

The newly updated outdoor pickleball courts are ready for play! Features include new asphalt, lights, and a professional, acrylic playing surface. Get ready to grab your paddles and experience the upgrade firsthand!

Courts will be available Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.


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!

Learn more here.


Central YMCA Mission Market

Support the Mission Market & Get Involved with the Y!

The YMCA Mission Market at the Central YMCA is a free store open to the community, designed to combat hunger and support those in need. The Market offers shelf-stable and frozen food, clothes, and more—thanks to donations from our amazing local community members and partners.

Now, it’s your turn to help! Partner with the Western Family YMCA in support of the Mission Market. We’re collecting specific items to restock and keep providing for those who need it most.

Together, we can make a difference. Drop off your donations and be a part of something bigger!


High School Youth In Government

The Youth in Government (YIG) Program offers model legislative and judicial experiences for youth in grades 6 –12. Students learn by doing and have the opportunity to try their hand at leadership in an open and receptive learning environment. Complete an Interest Form here!


Coffee Corner

Coffee with a Cause – Become our Coffee Sponsor!

The Western Family YMCA is a non-profit organization, and all sponsorship dollars stay within our local community. By sponsoring our Coffee Corner, you can support our community while advertising your business. Join us in making a positive local impact! For more information, call our Western Family YMCA Branch.

 

Teen Night: Youth Development Center

Locations: Western YMCA 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE

 Ages 12-17 Join our YMCA staff for fun activities, games and guest speakers while learning tools to become the leaders of tomorrow.  

Parents Night Out: Youth Development Center

Locations: Western YMCA 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE

Ages 3 - 11 Drop your kids off at the YMCA and enjoy an evening out! Your kids will enjoy games, pizza, group activities and more! $30 per child $20...

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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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Sunday Brunch

Locations: Western YMCA 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE

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

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Brain Wellness Information, Support, and Empowerment (Brain-WISE)

Locations: University of Delaware: STAR Campus 540 S. College Ave, Newark, DE, United States

*Special session for members of the Western Branch YMCA* Members of the Western Family YMCA are invited to join the University of Delaware's Brain-WISE program, starting on February 3rd. Approximately...

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  • Newly Renovated Fitness Center: Brand New State-of-the-Art 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
  • 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.
  • Monday & Wednesday: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. * Youth Fitness | Ages 6-11 years only
  • Saturday: 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
  • Sunday: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Bubble Pool 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.

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

 

Francisco Zambrano

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

Daniel Cooper

Assistant Facilities Director
(302) 709-9622

Andi Dill

Aquatics Specialist
(302) 709-9622

Paige Ernst

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

Chelsea Finch

Fitness Director
(302) 709-9622

Megin Hewes

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

Dave Miller

Sr. Child Development Director
(302) 709-9622 ext. 7106

Stephane Ratsimbazafy

Youth Development & Sports Coordinator
(302) 510-1302

Daron Simmons

Facility Director
(302) 709-9622 ext. 7011

Kerry Smith

Sr. Business Manager
(302) 478-8304

Kelsey Stevenson

Child Development Director
(302) 510-1259


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Our Mission


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