D-Fit

Overview

D-Fit (formerly Delaware Swim and Fitness Center) is a comprehensive fitness and aquatic facility in Wilmington, DE, featuring saunas and steam rooms alongside pools, gyms, and multi-sport amenities. Operating for over 20 years, it caters to all fitness levels—from beginners to athletes—in the New Castle and Pike Creek areas.

The overall atmosphere is welcoming, clean, and spacious, emphasizing community, health, and renewal. Members enjoy a supportive environment with friendly staff, diverse equipment, group classes, and relaxation options like saunas for post-workout recovery. It’s family-oriented, with options for swimming, strength training, and fun activities like basketball and batting cages.

Features & Amenities

• Saunas & Steam Rooms: Available in both locker rooms at no extra cost for members and guests; benefits include arthritis relief, improved circulation, toxin removal, and blood pressure reduction.
• Indoor Pool: Lap lanes with detailed availability schedule (up to 6 lanes at peak times); supports swimming lessons, water aerobics, and rentals.
• Fitness Center: Thousands of sq ft with pin-loaded machines, free weight rooms (two), cable machines, cardio equipment, stretching areas, and classrooms for group fitness.
• Gymnasium: Indoor basketball/volleyball/pickleball courts; open gym times and rentals available.
• Indoor Batting Cages: 40x20x20 ft with 360° netting; free for members, rentable by hour.
• Pro Shop: Stocks apparel, goggles, fins, towels, protein shakes, snacks, and beverages.
• Aerobics Room: Mirrors, wood floors, sound system for classes or rentals (30-min increments).
• Locker Rooms: Equipped with saunas/steam; clean and accessible.
• Other: Yoga classes (free for members), personal trainers, lap lane schedules.

Services

• Group Fitness Classes: Zumba (M/W/Sa, 60 min), Pickleball (T/Th/Sa/Su, 180 min), Advanced Senior Strength (T/W/Th, 60 min), Water Aerobics (M/T/F, 60 min), Karate (30 min); view full schedule online.
• Aquatics: Swim team, swim school (partners like Delaware Swim School), lap swimming.
• Rentals: Pool lanes, gymnasium (half/full), aerobics room (30 min), batting cages (30 min); 10% off for members.
• Personal Training: Available (details coming soon).
• Guest Passes: Day passes, senior/youth passes, 10-visit passes.
• Swim Pass: Pool-only access for seniors/children under 14.

Pricing

Membership (monthly, requires enhancement fee at signup):

Plan	Individual	Couple	Family	Student (Monthly)
12 Mo	$24.99	$44.99	$74.99	-
6 Mo	$34.99	$64.99	$94.99	-
3 Mo	$44.99	$84.99	-	-
1 Mo	$49.99	-	-	$19.95

• Enhancement Fee: $49.99 (individual), $79.99 (couple), $99.99 (family), $35 (student).
• Guest Passes: Day Pass $15 (full access), Senior/Youth Day $10 (pool-focused), 10-Day Pass $100 (non-consecutive).
• Special: United Healthcare AARP Medicare Supplement members get 100% off dues (register at healthyyourway.com first).
• Enrollment: Enhancement + first month; $100 cancellation fee; 12-mo contracts allow 3-mo freezes.

Location & Hours

• Address: 4905 Mermaid Blvd, Wilmington, DE 19808 (Google Maps).
• Phone: 302-234-8500.
• Hours:
  • Mon–Thurs: 5:30 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Friday: 5:30 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Sat: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Sun: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Notes

• Unique Aspects: Saunas/steam rooms complimentary in locker rooms—rare in fitness centers; indoor batting cages and multi-sport gym set it apart for year-round family fun. Over 20 years serving locals; welcoming to all ages/levels; partners with swim schools/teams. Rentals for groups (pickleball, volleyball, baseball popular). Hiring full/part-time with free membership perk. Medicare discount makes it accessible for seniors. Clean, versatile space promotes health for family/career.