Fun Happens Here!
YMCA day camps inspire kids ages 5-12 (must have completed kindergarten) to learn and play together. With new exciting themes every week, your kids will try new activities and experiences, and simply enjoy being themselves all summer long.
For the 2024 season, Center Day Camp runs from May 28 through Aug. 9 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (schedules may vary by location). Free swim instruction is available.
Thank you for another great summer! Details for 2025 will be available this winter!
Effective Summer 2024, our cancellation policy has expanded to include that participants will be responsible for the following charges:
- Two weeks or more notice before the session: $25 non-refundable deposit
- 7-14 days notice before the session: 50% of the remaining balance plus the $25 non-refundable deposit
- Less than 7 days notice before the session: 100% of the remaining balance plus the $25 non-refundable deposit
- The $25 deposit is also non-transferable at any time
At a Glance
- Ages: 5-12 (must have completed kindergarten)
- Camp Dates: May 28-Aug. 9* (Monday-Friday)
- Camp Hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Free Swim Instruction: We offer free water safety instruction to all day camp participants who don’t pass our YMCA Swim Test. Learn More
Details:
*Schedules may vary by location. Sumner Co. and Robertson Co. will host a summer preview session May 23-24.
What to Expect
- The majority of the day is spent outdoors.
- Campers have access to a large tent providing shade for small-group time, water breaks and rest.
- Campers swim in our pool most days.
- Weather permitting, campers enjoy other features, such the Youth Activity Center, fields and gym, based on the day's curriculum
Weekly Themes
Approximately two to three hours each day is focused on our weekly theme, while the remainder is filled with swimming and small-group activities.
Summer Celebration
Get ready for an awesome start to summer at the YMCA! Explore the core values of caring, respect, responsibility, and honesty through exciting activities that blend education with inspiration. No camp on Memorial Day, but get set to launch into the Best Summer Ever!
Animal Adventures (NEW!)
Get ready for a week packed with untamed joy, as we explore the incredible world of our furry, feathered and finned friends! Campers will discover and learn about animals found in all sorts of places like the zoo, farms, the rainforest and desert. A mobile petting zoo and a stuffed animal parade will turn our camp into a vibrant safari of laughter and fun!
Around the World (NEW!)
Pack your bags, we’re going on an adventure! Join us as we journey around the world exploring the vibrancy of South America, the mystique of Asia, the vastness of Australia, the rhythm of Africa, and the charm of Europe. Each day holds a new adventure, immersing campers in traditions, geography, and cultural wonders, fostering a spirit of adventure and expanding horizons.
Nature Explorers
Discover the wonders of the great outdoors! From plants to insects and even reptiles, the great outdoors becomes a classroom for curious minds. Campers will go to “the field” to learn about wildlife, ecosystems and foster connections with our natural environments!
Inventors Camp
Ignite innovation at inventors’ camp! Campers won’t just be scientists; they’ll become inventors, taking on STEM challenges, turning trash into treasure with recycling projects, and participating in amazing new science experiments. Brace yourself for a week of hands-on discovery and creativity that will leave campers buzzing with excitement.
Holidaze Week
Join us for festive fun as campers dive into the joy and traditions of different holiday celebrations around the world. This holiday-filled week will have us celebrating every day! Please note that camp will be closed on Thurs., July 4.
Operation Imagination
It's a week of enchantment and wonder! Operation Imagination will have campers unleashing their creativity as they explore worlds unknown. There will be superheroes, themed adventures like Harry Potter, Star Wars, and Disney, and we’ll end the week with a treasure hunt!
Ocean Odyssey (NEW!)
Dive into an underwater adventure because it’s “SHARK WEEK!” We’ll be exploring all things under the sea. Get ready for water games, splish splashing, aquatic wonders, and underwater excitement. Join us for a week of fun as the sea comes alive, and every day is a voyage into the mysteries of the deep!
Summer Splash
Splish-splash we’re having a blast! Summer splash is a week-long plunge into water-filled adventures. Kids will stay cool in the pool, engage in water activities, and learn essential water safety. Join us for a refreshing and splash-tastic time, celebrating the joy of summer in the coolest way possible!
Olympics (NEW!)
Join us for an Olympic adventure, a fun new spin on our classic sports week! In anticipation of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France, campers will participate in friendly competition with a combination of traditional sports and Y games throughout the week. Everyone goes home a gold medal winner in our eyes. Gear up, aim high, and unleash the Olympian within!
Summer Rewind
Say goodbye to summer in style as we rewind on the season’s favorite activities and celebrate another fantastic year at camp! It’s a week of joy, reflection, and a grand finale celebration to cap off the best summer ever!