About This Camp

Sally’s YMCA offers a comprehensive range of youth programs designed to foster character development through the core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, and faith. Their flagship summer camp program features weekly themed sessions like ‘Artful Adventures,’ where campers explore diverse art mediums from painting to sculpture while engaging in hands-on creative activities. The facility provides age-appropriate programming from preschool through teen years, including traditional day camps, specialty camps, and leadership development opportunities. Beyond summer programming, Sally’s YMCA serves families year-round with after-school care, school break camps, and childcare services. Located on a modern campus with extensive facilities including a gymnasium, fitness center, outdoor pool, and nature trails, the YMCA creates an environment where children can develop new skills, build friendships, and grow in confidence. Their experienced staff focuses on creating meaningful experiences that combine fun activities with character-building opportunities, ensuring every child feels valued and supported in their personal development journey.

Activities

[‘art activities exploring different mediums’‘painting’‘sculpture’‘wildlife tracking’‘climbing tower’‘sports skills’‘messy science experiments’‘creative construction projects’‘adventure island activities’‘deep sea discoveries’‘wings and things activities’‘storm chasing activities’‘group activities and skill development’]

Key Highlights

  • [‘Comprehensive age-appropriate programming from 6 weeks through teen years’
  • ‘Character development integrated into all activities and experiences’
  • ‘Full-service YMCA facility with pool
  • gymnasium
  • and outdoor spaces’]

Special Features

  • [‘Character development focus on caring
  • honesty
  • respect
  • responsibility and faith’
  • ‘Weekly themed programming with hands-on activities’
  • ‘Access to full YMCA facilities including outdoor pool and fitness center’
  • ‘Leadership in Training (LIT) program for older youth’
  • ‘YKids childcare available for ages 6 weeks – 9 years’
  • ‘Outdoor trails and nature exploration opportunities’
  • ‘Age-specific programming from preschool through teens’]

Best For

Families seeking comprehensive, year-round childcare with character development focus, particularly those who value YMCA’s established youth programs and want access to fitness facilities and pool activities

Parent Considerations

[‘Moderate rating of 3.9/5 suggests mixed parent experiences’, ‘Limited sample size of reviews (58 votes) may not represent full picture’, ‘No counselor ratios provided – important safety metric missing’, ‘Age-appropriate program separation shows good developmental understanding’, ‘YMCA membership may be required or provide cost benefits’, ‘Facility access suggests well-resourced environment’]

Schedule

Summer weekly sessions (example: Week 06 June 30 – July 3, 2025), plus year-round after-school and school break programs