YMCA of Cambridge
Day Camp Information
Registration
Register in person at the YMCA or online by clicking here (online registrations will be subject to a convenience charge).
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Click here for a camp planning form.
Applications must be completed in full, signed and accompanied by payment. Registration forms must include email addresses where applicable.
Full payment required when registering for 1 or 2 weeks per child (included within is a $20 non-refundable reservation fee per camp). When regestering for more than two weeks per child full payment is required for the first two weeks and a $20 non-refundable reservation fee per additional week as well as postdated cheques or credit card payments dated no later than 14 days prior to the beginning of each subsequent week. Declined credit cards or NSF cheques are subject to a $20 administration fee.
If your child is under 5 years old and we cannot meet your registration needs our YMCA Child Care offers opportunities for children to participate in summer licensed child care. Contact 519-623-9622 ext 262 or send an email for more information.
Please note that if a camp does not meet the required number of participants it may be cancelled. Two weeks notice will be provided and the YMCA will attempt to accomodate your needs with additional options. Upon camp cancellation a full refund will be issued.
Refund Policy
Cancellations received in writing 30 business days prior to the camp's start date receive a refund less the $20 reservation fee for each camp and a $20 administration fee per transaction. Refunds requested after this time require a medical note. Online registration refunds are subject to these same fees.
In the event the YMCA is closed due to circumstances beyond our control, including but not limited to power outages, day camp will be cancelled for the affected time and refunds will not be issued.
Parent Information Sessions
Questions about your camper or the camps we offer? Learn more at our parent information session on...
Our Staff
We believe our continued success and the well being of your child depends on skilled and caring staff. Staff are selected for competence, experience, friendliness and enthusiasm. All staff are qualified in First Aid and CPR and are required to provide an up-to-date police record check. We also train counsellors in camper care, the needs of children, child guidance, safety and emergency procedures, programming and a wide variety of other areas to ensure the best possible experience for your child.
Our Commitment
We are committed to offering quality programs that focus on fun, security, self esteem and personal growth for children in our community. Our programs stress a concern for the individual, a climate of co-operation, quality leadership and philosophy which promotes personal and skill development.
Camp Sponsorship
Sponsorship is available for camp. Call 519-623-9622 ext 255 or send an email to book an appointment.
Additional Information
Camp operates 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday to Friday
Early/late supervision available at no charge from 7:30 am - 9:00am & 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
A $10/10 minute late fee applies to pick-ups after 5:30 pm
Pick-up and drop-off is at the YMCA pavilion or green space for all camps except Discover Y. Campers must be signed in and out by a parent/guardian unless written permission is provided.
Single day registration is only available, space permitting, starting the Thursday prior to the camp week requested and is not available for specialty camps. For this single day availability please call 519-623-9622 ext 255.
Parents are encouraged to visit camp as well as attend any of the specialty camp performances on Fridays.
Program Emphasis
YMCA Values - acceptance, caring, health, respect and responsibility.
Positive health and social values.
Co-operation in group settings.
Awareness and respect for the environment.
Development of a variety of skills and interests.
Opportunities for constructive fun.
Cousellors will provide behavioural guidance focusing on positive interaction and reinforcement to foster the development of behaviours appropriate to camp.
Location
Our camps operating from 250 Hespeler Road offer a safe, supervised outdoor setting with opportunities to use YMCA facilities. In addition, Dumfires Conservation Area is accessed to further enhance this outdoor experience. Camper pick-up and drop-off occurs at the pavilion or green space behind the YMCA. Off-site camps are held at their respective locations for half of the day with the remainder at the YMCA.
For our Discover Y camp parents are responsible for drop-off and pick-up directly at Shade's Mill Conservation Area.
Off-site programs leave the YMCA promptly at 8:00 am; campers must be at the specialty camp drop-off zone at 7:45 am. It is the parent's responsibility to transport campers to the camp location and sign them in with only YMCA staff should they miss the bus.
Our lunch cart will visit each day for campers wishing to purchase healthy snacks. A menu wiull be distributed at the beginning of each week.
Camper Checklist - Required each day!
Running Shoes - Sunscreen - Key Lock - Hat - Water Bottle
Swimsuit & Towel - Insect Repellent - Lunch* & Nutritious Snack*
*Medical Alert
For the safety of children with food allergies please refrain from sending nuts or nut products in lunches or snacks. Inform our counsellors of ALL allergies!
Our goal is to provide a safe, positive camp experience for all campers. If your child has any special needs or considerations please include a letter at the time of registration.
