Day Camps - Kamloops YMCA-YWCA

Summer Camps

weekly summer camps

At YMCA BC - Kamloops we offer two options of Y Summer Day Camps for campers ages 6-12 years of age. Children who are entering kindergarten in 2024 are not yet eligible to attend. Camps run 8:15am - 5:15pm at both our summer camp locations.

Weekly Summer Camps

Location: The John Tod Centre weekly recreational day camp is located at 150 Wood St.

Fees: Coming in April

Hours: 8:15 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. Monday to Friday * Closed on all Statutory Holidays

Dates:

Week 1: July 2-5 *Closed July 1

Week 2: July 8-12

Week 3: July 15-19

Week 4: July 22-26

Week 5: July 29-August 3

Week 6: August 6-9 *Closed August 5

Week 7: August 12-16

Week 8: August 19-23

Week 9: August 26-29 *Closed August 30

Please contact our Program Coordinator at 250-376-4771 ext. 117 or email Sara Hannah with questions.

Monthly Summer camps

Location: Our monthly Licensed Downtown camp option at 1136 - 6th Ave (St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, lower level - entrance located beside field.

Fees: Coming in April

*Opted in to receive Child Care Reduction Initiative to reduce parent fees.

Hours: 8:15 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. Monday to Friday *Closed on all Statutory Holidays

Dates:

July 2-July 31, 2024 *Closed July 1st

August 1 - August 31, 2024 *Closed August 5th & August 30th

Please contact our Program Coordinator at 250-376-4771 ext. 117 or email Sara Hannah with questions.

* Our After School Programs and Downtown camps are licensed childcare facilities. Affordable Child Care Benefit & Metis Child Care Benefit are accepted at our Monthly Licensed camp. The weekly recreation camps at John Tod Centre Y do not accept subsidy.

Y Summer Camps are the perfect place for kids to be kids! Camps are open to children ages 6-12. There are numerous exciting activities, with plenty of choices each day. Campers will enjoy games, sports, arts and crafts, swimming, community activities, and the great outdoors. At the Y, we are proud to provide safe, fun and high-quality programs that encourage children to develop in spirit, mind and body. Parents and guardians can be sure their children are in safe, capable hands when they are with Y staff and volunteers at our day camps. Upon registration you will receive an activity schedule for each week.

FOR INFORMATION ON OUR Spring Break & Winter Camps holiday day camps.

CAMP STAFF & VOLUNTEERS - Camp staff are selected for their experience and skill with children. All of our staff have certification in first aid and CPR, and receive training in leadership, safety and emergency procedures. All ‘Y’ staff and volunteers go through a security clearance prior to the start of camp.

LABEL BELONGINGS – Campers’ belongings should be labeled. Kamloops YMCA - YWCA will not be responsible for any lost or stolen articles.

WHAT TO BRING TO DAY CAMP:

• Nut free bag lunch with extra nutritional snacks • Water Bottle • Sunscreen – children are responsible for applying, with reminders and assistance • Swimsuit and towel EVERYDAY • Weather appropriate clothing and footwear – WE WILL BE OUTSIDE AND WALKING A LOT • YMCA Hats will be provided and must be worn on outings

HEALTH & SAFTEY – Our programs adhere to YMCA and Interior Health Childcare Licensing health and safety protocols.

CAMPERSHIP SUBSIDY PROGRAM – Donations from individuals, service groups and businesses assist youth whose financial circumstances would prevent them from attending camp. We would like to ensure that all children have the opportunity to benefit a YMCA Camp experience. We have subsidies and extended payment plans. Please call for more details and for confidential application forms. If you would like to consider a gift towards a Campership Program, please call the Y at (250) 372-7725.

MISSION STATEMENT - YMCA BC promotes the development of Spirit, Mind and Body by encouraging healthy lifestyles, personal growth, and service to people within our community.