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WELCOME TO DAY CAMP AT RYAN FAMILY YMCA

Your family can count on T. Claude and Gladys B. Ryan 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. 

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FALL/WINTER 2023-2024 DAY CAMP

  • December 18–21, 2023
  • December 27–29, 2023

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MEMBERS SAVE ON CAMP!

YMCA members save up to 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! 

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YOUR GUIDE TO DAY CAMP

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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. CPSPEC35).

 

TRADITIONAL CAMPS

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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 Ryan Family YMCA, or go straight to the program finder and type or copy/paste a search code (e.g., CPTRAD35) into the search bar to zero in on your camps.

❯ ❯ TRADITIONAL CAMP DESCRIPTIONS (CLICK TO EXPAND)

TRADITIONAL EXTREME

Ages 5-12 | SEARCH CODE: CPTRADEX35 FIND SESSIONS
Our Traditional Extreme Camps take activities to the next level offering additional opportunities such as swimming, sports or other unique Y activities. Set in the YMCA style of different crazy activities each and every day, your camper will have a great time while parents have peace of mind knowing their camper is safe.

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SPECIALTY CAMPS

Does your child have a specific interest or hobby? Looking for a camp that specializes in sports or STEM? Browse through the specialty camps section for camps that combine the traditional fun of YMCA day camps with the more specialized skills by providers or YMCA experts. When you're ready to register, here's a shortcut to all specialty camps at Ryan Family YMCA, or go straight to the program finder and type or copy/paste a search code (e.g., CPSPEC35) into the search bar to zero in on your camps.

 

❯ ❯ SPECIALTY CAMP DESCRIPTIONS (CLICK TO EXPAND)

Basketball

Ages 5-12 | SEARCH CODE: CPBSK35 FIND SESSIONS
Your camper could be the next big NBA star with this fundamental sports week. Daily activities include instruction in dribbling, passing, shooting and positioning. With the YMCA, basketball camp is for young athletes looking for a strong summer building fundamental skills.

Cooking

Ages 5-12 | SEARCH CODE: CPCK35 FIND SESSIONS
Your camper will transform into a culinary expert after spending a themed week with our talented YMCA top chefs. Each day your little chef will learn to create different delicious, tasty treats combining traditional favorites with out of the box creative concoctions. Campers will create their own recipe books that they can easily follow to reconstruct their masterpieces for you at home.

Harry Potter

Ages 5-12 | SEARCH CODE: CPHP35 FIND SESSIONS
We have a few tricks up our sleve for this camp! This week campers will learn if they are Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff, Slytherin or Gryffindor during the sorting hat ceremony and show some spirit while creating their Hogwarts House banners. They will get to make Polyjuice Potion, catch the Golden Snitch, and win house points in a variety of magical games. It's time to enter the wizarding world of Harry Potter!

Jr. Ranger

Ages 6-12 | SEARCH CODE: CPJRR35 FIND SESSIONS
Campers will learn the basics to becoming self sufficient outdoorsmen by learning rope tying, setting traps, codes, identification of plants and animal tracks, basic first aid and more! At the end of the week campers will receive their Jr. Ranger Certificate.

Outrageous Art

Ages 5-12 | SEARCH CODE: CPOART35 FIND SESSIONS
Get ready to take art to the next level! Campers will learn about different artists and their art forms and will be able to create their own masterpieces through the use of a variety of art mediums like painting, pastels, clay, water colors and more. Be prepared, this camp is sure to be a little messy and a lot of fun!

Pokémon

Ages 5-12 | SEARCH CODE: CPPKM35 FIND SESSIONS
Campers, we choose you! Discover the wonderful world of Pokémon full of mysterious creatures and plenty of adventures. In this camp you’ll learn about new released Pokémon and brush up on facts about the classics, while learning the craft of battling, creating new Pokémon and so much more!

Sports Galore

Ages 5-12 | SEARCH CODE: CPSG35 FIND SESSIONS
Why pick one sport when you can play them all? Each day will focus on a different sport such as soccer, basketball, football, dodgeball and more. Sports Galore camp is designed to teach campers recreational sports and the value of exercise. Focus will be placed on team play and skill development.

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About Us

Our Branch

T. CLAUDE AND GLADYS B. RYAN FAMILY YMCA
Address: 4390 Valeta Street, San Diego, CA 92107
Phone: (619) 226-8888
 

Camp Locations and Hours of Operation

Ryan Family YMCA
Address: 4390 Valeta Street, San Diego, CA 92107
Camp Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm

  • Drop-off: 8:00–9:00am
  • Pick-up: 3:00–5:00pm

Camp drop-off and pick-up takes place at Calvary Chapel Point Loma (4425 Valeta St.) which is directly next to our YMCA. Please follow signs to park or utilize drive-thru drop off. Please note that drive-thru drop off is Tuesday-Friday only. All parents must park to drop off on Mondays.

Directors and Supervisors

Isaiah Bacon
Camp Director
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (619) 226-8888 ext. 1947 

Branisha Jones
Camp Coordinator
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (619) 226-8888 ext. 2552

About Our Staff

Ryan 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.

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.

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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 Camp Director, Isaiah Bacon at [email protected], with any questions, comments or concerns!