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WELCOME TO DAY CAMP AT BORDER VIEW FAMILY YMCA

Your family can count on Border View 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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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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    YOUR GUIDE TO DAY CAMP

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

    2024 camp guide

    SUMMER 2024 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 Border View Family YMCA, or go straight to the program finder and type or copy/paste a search code (e.g., CPTRAD44) into the search bar to zero in on your camps.

    ❯ ❯ TRADITIONAL CAMP DESCRIPTIONS (CLICK TO EXPAND)

    TRADITIONAL EXTREME

    Ages 5-13 | SEARCH CODE: CPTRADEX44 FIND SESSIONS
    Welcome to Traditional Extreme Camp! Experience the best of traditional activities and extreme adventures. Play games, make new friends, and have a blast at our exciting and creative camp!

    Nonmember: $309 | Y Community Member: $279 | Y Community Plus Member: $263

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    SUMMER 2024 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 Border View Family YMCA, or go straight to the program finder and type or copy/paste a search code (e.g., CPSPEC44) into the search bar to zero in on your camps.

    ❯ ❯ SPECIALTY CAMP DESCRIPTIONS (CLICK TO EXPAND)

    BASKETBALL

    Ages 8-12 | SEARCH CODE: CPBSK44 FIND SESSSIONS
    Your camper could learn to be the next big NBA star with this fundamental sports week. Daily activities include instruction in dribbling, passing, shooting and positioning. This camp is perfect for young athletes looking for a summer building strong, fundamental skills.

    Nonmember: $369 | Y Community Member: $333 | Y Community Plus Member: $314

    ITTY BITTY SOCCER

    Ages 5-8 | SEARCH CODE: CPIBS44 FIND SESSIONS
    Welcome to Itty Bitty Soccer summer camp! Our camp offers little campers a chance to learn soccer fundamentals while having fun. Our experienced coaches guide campers through engaging activities focused on dribbling, passing, shooting and teamwork. We also include arts, crafts and team-building games. Safety is a priority with low coach-to-camper ratios and trained staff. Join us for an unforgettable summer of learning, fun, and friendship at Itty Bitty Soccer!

    Nonmember: $359 | Y Community Member: $324 | Y Community Plus Member: $306

    PICKLEBALL

    Ages 8-12 | SEARCH CODE: CPPKLB44 FIND SESSSIONS
    Your camper will have tons of fun in this accessible, high-energy and fast-paced paddle sport which was created to allow all ages to enjoy this activity. Campers will play pickleball using special pickleball paddles and hitting a slightly smaller whiffle ball. This camp is perfect for your camper who wants to try out a new sport and test out their paddle sport skills.

    Nonmember: $369 | Y Community Member: $333 | Y Community Plus Member: $314

    SOCCER 

    Ages 8-12 | SEARCH CODE: CPSC44 FIND SESSIONS
    Soccer fans will get a kick out of this camp! The YMCA will provide instruction featuring daily clinics, scrimmages, and tournament play. Drills will focus on dribbling, passing, shooting and position techniques.

    Nonmember: $369 | Y Community Member: $333 | Y Community Plus Member: $314

    SPORTS TECH EXPLORERS 

    Ages 7-14 | SEARCH CODE: CPSTE44 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. STEM and Sports camp is designed to teach campers recreational sports and the value of exercise. Focus will be placed on team play and skill development. Along with fun sports we can't forget STEM! Smash! Explosion! Reactions! This camp also takes science to the extreme. Campers will have a memorable experience as they interact with experiments that pop, fizz, and crackle! Campers will learn about why reactions occur and then create the reactions first-hand. Your camper will participate in team building games, arts & crafts, science experiments, and more!

    Nonmember: $369 | Y Community Member: $333 | Y Community Plus Member: $314

    VOLLEYBALL

    Ages 9-12 | SEARCH CODE: CPBVB44 FIND SESSIONS
    Set your sights on a camp that explores volleyball skills, drills and games. Campers, novice and experienced, will have the opportunity to share the fun of volleyball-based activities, as well as the classic, creative camp games we know and love.

    Nonmember: $310 | Y Community Member: $279 | Y Community Plus Member: $264

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    About Us

    Our Branch

    Border View Family YMCA
    Address: 3601 Arey Dr, San Diego, CA 92154
    Phone: (619) 428-9622

    Camp Locations and Hours of Operation

    Border View Family YMCA
    Address:  3601 Arey Dr, San Diego, CA 92154
    Camp Hours: 

    • Full-day: 8:00am–4:00pm
    • Drop off: 7:30–9:00am
    • Pick up: 3:00–4:00pm

    Directors and Supervisors

    Kyle Millard | Camp Director
    [email protected] | (619) 421-9622

    Alejandro Villasenor | Camp Coordinator
    [email protected] | (619) 421-9622

    ABOUT OUR STAFF

    Border View 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 $60 non-refundable deposit). 
    • Place a $60 non-refundable deposit at the time of registration. Deposit discounts may apply based on membership type.
    • Balances will be due three weeks 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 or through third party payment support.

    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.

    Here's what our parents tell us:

    "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.

    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

    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. 

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