About This Camp

The Rowan-Cabarrus YMCA, with locations including the J. Fred Corriher Jr. YMCA in China Grove, offers a comprehensive suite of youth development programs designed to nurture the whole child through academically enriching activities and physical well-being. The organization provides year-round programming including traditional and specialty summer day camps with weekly themes, field trips, swimming, arts and crafts, and sports activities. Beyond summer camp, the YMCA offers Playhouse childcare f

Key Highlights

  • Comprehensive year-round youth development programs from infants to high school students
  • Multiple age-appropriate camp options including traditional, specialty, and middle school camps
  • Strong emphasis on leadership development and community service for teens
  • Access to full YMCA facilities including swimming pools and sports amenities
  • Specialized programs addressing mental health, wellness, and holistic child development
  • Available at six convenient locations throughout Rowan-Cabarrus region

Special Features

  • Multi-location access across six YMCA facilities in Rowan-Cabarrus region
  • YMCA membership network benefits
  • Medicaid Voucher Program partnerships with Carolina Complete Health, United Healthcare, and Healthy Blue
  • New Teen Mental Health Resource Hub
  • Playhouse childcare allows parents to use YMCA facilities while children are supervised
  • Specialty camps for ages 8-12 at select locations
  • Middle school-specific programming
  • Leadership development with service-learning components
  • Homeschool PE classes at three locations
  • Guest instructors and professional instruction
  • 10-day cancellation policy with written notice requirement

Activities

SwimmingField tripsArts and craftsSportsDance classesTae Kwon Do instructionGamesTheme-based activitiesCookingLeadership developmentCommunity outreachService programsHomeschool PE (gym games, field games, relays, strength conditioning, group exercise)Guest instructorsMental health support resourcesLap lanes