WELCOME TO DAY CAMP AT RANCHO FAMILY YMCA
Your family can count on Rancho Family YMCA to ensure your child is having fun in a safe, nurturing environment. The Y offers single-day, weekly and specialty camps to meet the needs of parents and match the interests of our campers.
Since 1882, our camps have inspired kids with countless opportunities to laugh, lead and make lasting friendships.
FIND YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE!
FALL 2023 DAY CAMP SIGN-UPS
- Fall Initiation: Monday, September 18, 2023
- Veterans Day: Friday, November 10, 2023
- Thanksgiving Week: November 20-22 (Monday – Wednesday)
REGISTER TODAY
- Register Online — We have invested in new technology, and signing up online is the best way to secure your top picks. Make sure your new account is ready to register.
- Register in Person — Directions Here
- Register by Phone — (858) 484-8788
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
SAVE TIME WITH SEARCH CODES
When you're ready to fill your cart, open a tab to our program finder, and log in to your My Y account. Find your camp selections quickly by typing in (or copying/pasting) the SEARCH CODE (e.g. CPSPEC29).
TRADITIONAL CAMPS
Traditional camps are ultra-spirited, fun-filled camps with weekly themes that guide activities for the week. New experiences, skill building, a sense of community and lasting friendships are all part of traditional day camp experience. When you're ready to register, here's a shortcut to all traditional camps at Rancho Family YMCA, or go straight to the program finder and type or copy/paste a search code (e.g., CPTRAD29) into the search bar to zero in on your camps.
TRADITIONAL EXTREMEAges 5-12 | SEARCH CODE: CPTRAD29 FIND SESSIONS Our Traditional Extreme Camps take activities to the next level offering additional opportunities such as swimming, sports or other unique Y activities. |
SPECIALTY CAMPS
OOEY GOOEY SCIENCEAges 8-12 | SEARCH CODE: CPOGS29 FIND SESSIONS Unleash your inner scientist as we get exponentially messy. Campers will experiment with foamy explosions, gooey experiments and other fun projects! Campers will also have fun as they participate in camp games, songs and crafts. Please send your camper to camp in clothes that can get messy. |
About Us
Our Branch
Rancho Family YMCA
Address: 9410 Fairgrove Ln, San Diego, CA 92129
Phone: (858) 484-8788
Camp Locations and Hours of Operation
Rancho Family YMCA Program Center
Address: 9440 Fairgrove Ln, San Diego, CA 92129
Camp Hours: 8:00am – 5:30pm
- Drop off: 8:00am – 9:00am
- Pick up: 3:30pm – 5:30pm
Directors and Supervisors
CAMP DIRECTOR
Mia Kelliher
[email protected] | (858) 484-8788 ext. 1946
About Our Staff
Rancho Family YMCA takes pride in hiring the best people to fill our camp staff. Each camp leader was hand-selected through an extensive hiring process to ensure the safest environment for everyone. Staff training includes CPR and First Aid certification, transportation safety, behavior management and bully prevention, child protection and abuse prevention, field trip and off-site safety procedures, risk management/prevention and more.
PAYING FOR CAMP
At the time of registration, you may choose to:
- 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.
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. See our Refund/Voucer/Transfer Policies for more information.
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."
REQUIRED FORMS AND SUPPLEMENTAL DOCUMENTS
Day Camp Parent Manual
Check out our Day Camp Parent Manual for easy reference on what to expect and how to best prepare your camper for day camp this season.
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
Inclusion Program
If your camper has special needs, please let us know when registering. Rancho Family YMCA 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 (858) 484-8788.
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.
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, Mia Kelliher at [email protected], with any questions, comments or concerns!