WELCOME TO DAY CAMP AT TOBY WELLS YMCA

Your family can count on Toby Wells 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!

    UPCOMING CAMP SESSIONS

    • November 25–27, 2024
    • December 23-27 — No Camp December 24 and 25
    • December 30-January 3 — No Camp December 31 and January 1
    • January 6, 2025

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    MEMBERS SAVE

    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!

    Y COMMUNITY PLUS MEMBERSHIP

    • Up to 15% off day camp and up to 10% off overnight camp. This rate also applies to active members who have not yet upgraded to one of our new membership plans.

    Y COMMUNITY MEMBERSHIP

    • Up to 10% off day and overnight camps.

       

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      Please note that you must create a My Y account in order to register. If you are new to the Y, you can set up your account now. If you already have an account, please log in prior to registering to make sure your profile is complete with payment method, valid email address, child's birth date and full name, etc

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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. CPSPEC21).

       


      YOUR GUIDE TO DAY CAMP

      Learn more about our day camps! Check out the camp descriptions below.


       

      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 Toby Wells YMCA, or go straight to the program finder and type or copy/paste a search code (e.g., CPTRAD21) into the search bar to zero in on your camps.

      ❯ ❯ TRADITIONAL CAMP DESCRIPTIONS (CLICK TO EXPAND)

      UTK FUN DAYS

      Age 4 | SEARCH CODE: CPUTK21 FIND SESSIONS
      UTK Fun Days is an engaging and vibrant program designed exclusively for four-year-olds, providing the perfect entry-level experience for young learners. Our mission is to create a safe, fun, and educational environment where children can grow, explore, and develop essential skills. UTK Fun Days offers a dynamic blend of activities, from arts and crafts to group games, teambuilding exercises, gymnastics, and plenty of playground adventures.

      VACATION FUN DAYS

      Ages 5-12 | SEARCH CODE: CPVFD21 FIND SESSIONS
      When school is out, our school break camps and Vacation Fun Days are the perfect solution for you and your family! Children will engage in traditional camp activities such as games, arts & crafts, science, sports and more!

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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 Toby Wells YMCA, or go straight to the program finder and type or copy/paste a search code (e.g., CPSPEC21) into the search bar to zero in on your camps.

      ❯ ❯ SPECIALTY CAMP DESCRIPTIONS (CLICK TO EXPAND)

      GYMNASTICS

      Ages 5-7 | SEARCH CODE: CPGYM21 FIND SESSIONS
      Beginning to experienced gymnasts will learn or improve acrobatic and creative movement skills. Campers will be grouped by age and ability for three hours of gymnastics instruction daily, including basic tumbling, equipment stations and low beams. Camp includes arts and crafts, games and songs. Instruction will take place in our state-of-the-art Gymnastics Center at Toby Wells YMCA.

      JR. NINJA

      Ages 5-7 | SEARCH CODE: CPJRN21 FIND SESSIONS
      Outwit, outlast and outsmart fun obstacle courses and relays. In this fun spirited camp, everyone will get in touch with their inner Ninja. Campers will be introduced to timed challenges, group contests, exciting brain teasers and more!

      LEGO-MATION

      Ages 7-12 | SEARCH CODE: CPLGM21 FIND SESSIONS
      Inspired by The LEGO Movie and the other LEGO movies it spawned, this camp is an adaptation of our long-running and popular claymation camp, however the videos in this camp will be made using LEGO bricks and figurines for the scenery, props and characters.

      STEM OUT-OF-THIS-WORLD

      Ages 7-12 | SEARCH CODE: CPSTMOW21 FIND SESSIONS
      The wonders of space are more numerous than any one of us can imagine. In STEM: Out of This World camp we will be exploring what we know about the planets, moons, and many other cosmic entities that exist within our universe, and the scientific concepts that allow these many entities to behave and interact as they do. We will be playing games, making crafts and doing other activities based around these objects and concepts that make our universe the dynamic thing that it is. Maybe if we’re lucky we can encourage a future astronaut or two!

      TOP CHEF

      Ages 7-13 | SEARCH CODE: CPTC21 FIND SESSIONS
      Become a Top Chef in this new and exciting camp! Campers will create dishes from around the world while learning how to perform cooking methods such as proper cutting, boiling and pan-frying in a safe environment under the watchful eyes of experienced chefs.


      About Us

      Our Branch

      TOBY WELLS YMCA
      Address: 5105 Overland Avenue, San Diego, CA 92123
      Phone: (858) 496-9622

      Camp Locations and Hours of Operation

      Toby Wells YMCA
      Address: 5105 Overland Avenue, San Diego, CA 92123
      Camp Hours: 8:00am–4:00pm

      • Drop-off: 8:00am – 9:00am
      • Pick-up: 3:00pm – 4:00pm 
      • Extended Camp Hours: 7:30-8:00am and 4:00-5:00pm

      Directors and Supervisors

      CAMP DIRECTOR
      Michael Nicoloff
      [email protected] | (858) 496-9622

      About Our Staff

      Toby Wells 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 $60 non-refundable deposit). 
      • Place a $60 non-refundable deposit at the time of registration. Deposit discounts may apply based on membership type.
        • Note: any day camps less than three days will have no deposit and will require to be paid in full at time of registration.
      • For Summer sessions, balances will be due three weeks prior to the first day of camp.
        • For school break camps, balance dues will be one week before the camp date.
      • An active membership is required at the time of the program start date to receive the member pricing discount.

      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/Voucher/Transfer Policies for more information.

      What parents said about our camps:

      "My child came home so happy and didn’t want to leave at the end of the day. He said it was the best camp EVER and loved all his camp counselors!"


      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. Additional information can be found on the YMCA of San Diego County Day Camp page. 

      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. 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.

      ADAPTIVE CAMP

      Our Adaptive  Camp Program is a designed to support youth with behavioral and developmental needs as it adapts the camp experience to your child's needs and abilities, allowing opportunities for all campers to learn new skills, form new friendships and create lifetime memories. Campers will participate in activities with our traditional and specialty camps based on their interests at a pace that works for them. Our smaller camper-to-staff ratio for Adaptive Camp supports positive inclusion and/or one-on-one support as needed. Space is limited.  

      PLEASE NOTE: Contact the Camp Director and/or Coordinator to initiate an enrollment request and help us prepare a great experience for your camper.  We begin accepting enrollment requests on March 4, 2024 and strive to provide at least one week of camp to all interested families. 

      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.


      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, Michael Nicoloff at [email protected], with any questions, comments or concerns!