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Day Camps

YMCA Day CampThe YMCA builds strong kids through character-building values that help them grow into responsible and caring adults. At YMCA Summer Camps, we strive to offer the highest quality programs for children and youth through a variety of safe and fun activities supervised by qualified and energetic staff.


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YMCA Summer Camps provide:

  • Fun programs with lots of choice
  • Small groups to enhance personal growth
  • Activities that foster self-esteem
  • A chance to meet new friends
  • Opportunity to develop new skills

Features:

  • Over 100 years of camping services
  • Highly trained enthusiastic staff
  • 10 new camp choices
  • Over 55 extended day camp locations
  • Bead Program that incorporates YMCA values
  • Ontario Camping Association OCA accredited
  • High Five Certified
  • Over 100 bus stops across the GTA

Programs offered:

Aquatics Day Camp – (2 week camp) EARN YOUR SWIM LEVEL!
Ages 6 to 12 years
Campers participate in the YMCA Learn to swim program in efforts of receiving a swim badge. Learn to swim introduces a series of easy to learn swimming skills in a value based environment. Aquatics participants participate in one hour swim lesson and a one hour recreation swim time daily. Campers also participate in camp activities such as sports, arts and traditional camp games and songs.

Girls in Action Camp – DESIGNED FOR TWEEN GIRLS!
Ages 10-12 years

This camp is all about girls! Tween girls have the opportunity to learn more about themselves, gain self confidence, set personal challenges and make new friends while participating in sports and games with other girls. Campers will also participate in interactive sessions on healthy body image, self esteem, healthy eating and the benefits of physical activity and healthy friendships.

Creative Arts, Dance and Drama Camp – BE CREATIVE, GET DOWN AND SHINE…
Ages 6 to 12 years

Campers have the opportunity to express themselves artistically in visual and performing arts with activities such as acting, singing, dancing, skits, crafts, painting, drawing and costume/set design. Parents will be invited to watch the weekly showcase! Campers will also participate in traditional day camp activities such as swimming, crafts and games.

Variety Sports Camp – DESINGED FOR SPORTS ENTHUSIASTS!
Ages 6 to 12 years

Sports campers will participate in a variety of sports activities such as soccer, volleyball, softball, golf, hockey, sports and games depending on which location campers choose. Staff will focus on participation, skill development, fair play, fitness and team spirit. Sports campers will also participate in traditional day camp activities such as swimming, crafts and games.

Youth Leadership – (2 week camp) GET YOUR COMMUNITY HOURS AT CAMP!
Ages 13 to 15 years

Youth Leadership camp is a two week camp that includes traditional camp opportunities such as swimming, sports and games. YLC also includes; teambuilding and leadership development activities, volunteer opportunities, fundraising, event planning, counselor in training and an overnight at Camp Cedar Glen. (supper, breakfast and lunch included) Youth campers will have the opportunity to participate in courses such as first aid, CPR, coaching, youth fitness and healthy child development.

Variety Camp – TRAIDTIONAL DAY CAMP…
Ages 5 to 12 years

Campers will enjoy an action packed week of swimming, games, songs, sports, crafts, hiking/walks and theme days.

Outdoor Adventure Camp
Ages 6 to 12 years

Campers will have the opportunity to engage in outdoor activities while acquiring new skills and building self confidence. Campers participate in hikes, orienteering, geocaching, archery, canoeing (where available) and traditional camp activities.

Outdoor Adventure Camp - Advanced
Ages 6 to 12 years (Except Kelso 9 to 12 years)

Campers will have the opportunity to participate in a structured and skilled based outdoor activity every day for 3 hours. Campers will also participate in hikes, orienteering, geocaching, archery, canoeing, outdoor living skills and traditional camp activities.

Soccer Day Camp
Ages 6 to 12 years

Soccer campers will have a three hour daily instruction session focusing on developing kicking, passing, shooting, trapping, throwing and sportsmanlike skills through drills and scrimmages. Campers will also participate in traditional day camp activities such as swimming, crafts and games.

Basketball Day Camp
Ages 6 to 12 years

Basketball campers will have the opportunity to improve their basketball skills each day for a three hour period. Shooting, dribbling, passing and defense skills through games, drills and scrimmages will be a large part of this camp. Campers will also participate in traditional day camp activities such as swimming, crafts and games.

Golf Day Camp
9 to 12 years

Children will be participating in a three hour golf instructional lesson every day at Meadowbrooke Golf and Country Club. Campers will learn the basics of golf, visit the driving range and short course. Campers will also participate in traditional day camp activities such as swimming, crafts and games.

Environmental Science Day Camp
Ages 6 to 12 years

Each day campers will have the opportunity to participate in hands on environmental science experiments and activities that are both fun and educational. Campers will also participate in traditional day camp activities such as swimming, crafts and games.

Volleyball
Ages 9 to 12 years

Volleyball campers will have a three hour daily instruction session dedicated to developing spiking, serving, hitting, blocking and game format. Campers will also participate in traditional day camp activities such as swimming, crafts and games.

Day Trip Camp
Ages 9 to 12 years

Grab your back pack and come along,  we are going on a trip!  Campers will participate in traditional camp activities complimented by a day trip on Tuesday and a overnight camp experience at YMCA Camp Cedar Glen every Wednesday to Thursday. (Wednesday supper, Thursday breakfast and lunch included). Campers will utilize public transit for local trips and be bused to overnight camp. See weekly day trip adventures below:

  • Week two          Science Center
  • Week three        Hockey Hall of Fame
  • Week four          Wild Water Kingdom
  • Week five           Center Island
  • Week seven       Canada’s Wonderland
  • Week eight         Ontario Place
  • Week nine          CN Tower


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