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FIND YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE!

MEMBERS SAVE ON CAMP!

YMCA members save an average of 15% on camp.

To receive the Y member rate for any program, your membership must be active throughout the duration of the registered program session(s), otherwise the non-member  fee will be applied. Learn more about the benefits of becoming a Y member, and join us today! 

TIPS FOR A SMOOTH SIGN-UP

• Log in to your My Y account. If you haven’t logged in since November 2022, you must create a new My Y account.
• Setup is easy. Learn more here

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VOYAGERS Ages: 6-8 & 9-12 |  FIND SESSIONS Join YMCA Camp Surf’s traditional Day Camp program to get a little taste of everything we have to offer. Campers have opportunities to participate in all of our camp activities. Our programs focus on building self-confidence, making friends and developing social skills, and trying new things, all while creating lifelong memories and having fun!

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WHAT IS CAMP SURF?

YMCA Camp Surf, located right on the coast with direct access to the beach, is like no other Day Camp experience around. Your child will enjoy an amazing week filled with adventurous games, crafts, and fun engaging camp activities which promote friendship, achievement, and a sense of belonging. Camp Surf has an on-site Archery Range, Climbing Tower, Skate Park, and beach access for Surfing, Body Boarding, or lounging in the sun. Kids will explore and learn about the outdoors searching through tidal life during Jetty Exploration and learn about ocean safety through Sand, Waves, and Rips!

WATER QUALITY

The safety and wellbeing of our campers is paramount to everything we do. We automatically receive daily testing results facilitated by San Diego County. The day-to-day results depend on several factors including swell and current direction, and can be quite unpredictable - open one day and closed the next; open in the morning and closed in the evening; open all week long or closed all week long. In the event we have a beach closure we have plans in place for engaging alternative programming that includes:

1. On-site activities such as our expanded skate park, archery range, climbing tower, sports activities, bicycles, beach and jetty explorations, and more.
2. When the water is closed, campers will be transported by bus to off-site beaches. Ex. Tidelands Park or Coronado Beaches. Our staff (including lifeguards) will continue to supervise campers at these beaches. Currently, due to permitting and logistic needs, we are only able to transport to off-site beaches on Tuesdays during the camp week.

While the ocean is certainly a big draw and part of camp, we are not strictly a surf camp. The value and benefits of the YMCA Camp Surf experience extends far beyond that. Campers will develop strong friendships, spend great time outdoors, develop social skills, feel a sense of belonging, and exhibit increased confidence.

We group campers by age and offer all ages tons of time to play, explore, and build responsibility in the outdoors. Our staff are top-notch, passionate about providing a fun, safe, and supportive experience. Each day will be spent building lifelong memories. Register your child now for YMCA Camp Surf Voyagers Day Camp or check out one of our specialty Day Camps below. Here’s a shortcut to all day camps at Camp Surf, or go straight to the program finder and type or copy/paste a search code (e.g., CPVOY04) into the search bar to zero in on your camps.

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PAYING FOR CAMP

At the time of registration, you may choose to:

Deposits are non-refundable but can be immediately applied as a deposit for another camp if space is available or applied to an already existing camp balance within the same season session. See our Refund/Voucer/Transfer Policies for more information.

INCLUSION PROGRAM

If your camper has special needs, please let us know when registering. YMCA Camp Surf funds and operates an Inclusion Program that may be able to provide an aide for your camper. For more information regarding the Inclusion Program, please call (619) 423-5850

Here's what our parents tell us:

"Thanks to YMCA  for making this camp possible. My child was lonely at home and I was scared to send him to the camp. I decided to trust your organization. Overall my son had a lot of fun and came home with exciting stories about his camp experiences."

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REQUIRED FORMS AND SUPPLEMENTAL DOCUMENTS

UPDATED SAFETY GUIDELINES:

Your family's safety is our top priority. We have implemented safety protocols that follow state and local guidelines. It's our priority to help your children enjoy a safe and fun program that builds lasting friendships.

Medical Release Form - Required

In order to register, all campers must have a current medical release form updated and submitted to the YMCA after January 2023. Medical release forms can be updated through your My Y account in our Community Portal.

Vendor Waivers

Some specialty camps, particularly those that travel to an off-site location, require an additional vendor waiver. Camps that require a waiver to be completed will be contacted and provided the waiver before the start of camp.

Camp Scholarships

Financial assistance is available to families who qualify. Applications are available at the service desk and online. Assistance is based on verified income and completed applications.

Apply for a Program Scholarship

More Policies

For more information about YMCA Day Camp policies, expectations and helpful information, visit our Day Camp Policy page.

Giving Back

For every session of camp, the Y provides program scholarships for families seeking financial assistance. This is made possible through the generosity of our community. If you wish to help a child go to camp, please see our camp director for information.

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Feedback

We love to hear from our campers and parents! Camp leadership teams use your feedback to make positive changes to our program. Please feel free to contact our Camp Director Payton Schoonmaker at [email protected], with any questions, comments or concerns!

CAMP STORE

The Sugar Shack will be open on Friday during Check out. Cash and Credit Card will be accepted.

1. On-site activities such as our expanded skate park, archery range, climbing tower, sports activities, bicycles, beach and jetty explorations, and more.
2. When the water is closed, campers will be transported by bus to off-site beaches. Ex. Tidelands Park or Coronado Beaches. Our staff (including lifeguards) will continue to supervise campers at these beaches. Currently, due to permitting and logistic needs, we are only able to transport to off-site beaches on Tuesdays during the camp week.
   • Pay in full (includes a $50 non-refundable deposit)
   • Place a $50 non-refundable deposit at the time of registration. Balances will be due the Monday prior to the first day of camp.
   • An active membership is required at the time of the program start date to receive the member pricing discount.
   • Financial assistance is available through the Y's ACCESS scholarship program.
   1. On-site activities such as our expanded skate park, archery range, climbing tower, sports activities, bicycles, and more.
   2. Transporting campers via school buses to beaches that are open. Overnight camp will go to South Mission Beach or other local beaches. Day camp will go to Tidelands Park. Our staff (including lifeguards) will continue to supervise campers at these beaches.