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Are you looking for a summer camp that is safe, fun, and educational? Well, look no further than the YMCA! The YMCA is a parent-recommended option for a cost-effective, engaging, and healthy summer camp experience for kids. With over forty years of experience, the YMCA creates a nurturing environment that helps kids grow emotionally, physically, and socially!

What is the YMCA?

The YMCA Summer Camp offers a wide variety of activities for children from elementary to high school, so that your child will always have something interesting to do! Every week is packed with themed programs like sports, science, swimming, arts & crafts, outdoor adventures, and more! These fun and enriching programs help teach key values like caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. So when kids come home each day, they’ll have felt like they’ve grown personally by bonding with friends!

The YMCA keeps the summer exciting for kids with new and exciting themes/activities for each week of the camp, which include:

Camp Schedules and Hours:

The camp usually runs for the entire summer from June through August, with hours typically ranging from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. They also have extended care for early drop-off and late pick up (at an additional cost), which makes it ideal for parents juggling work and their kid’s activities.

Location:

• The YMCA
• 6840 Foothill Blvd.
• Tujunga, Ca 91042

What to Bring:

• Nut-free lunch and snacks
• Refillable Water Bottle
• Sunscreen (applied before drop-off and brought along for reapplication)
• Hat or cap
• Comfortable Shoes and Sneakers
• STEM & Discovery
• Swimsuit, Towel, and Flip-Flops (swim days only)
• Any Medications (with written directions:
• Electronics, Toys, Or Other Valuables Will Be Left at Home for A Distraction-Free Experience

Parent Testimonials and Reviews:

Parents consistently praise the camp’s safe environment, flexible schedules, and healthy emotional and social development of the children.

Glendale/Foothill Parents Reviews: 

“This particular YMCA offers an outdoor pool, which is a welcome treat after an hour or more of working out and a shower. The premises are kept clean , for a gym, and the staff is friendly. There are plenty of group classes available to members.” -Basia P, 

“The Crescenta Valley Family YMCA is indeed a very versatile gym! They have tons of activities in this gym – basketball, swimming, ping pong, childcare, yoga, and many more. I love that the people here would recommend bringing children and to do workout and exercises together as a family.” -Cathy J.

“Thankful for local outdoor pool and great staff.”-Brant M.

Conclusion:

The YMCA Summer Camp isn’t just an activity for keeping your kids busy this summer—it’s a place where they can learn, explore, build confidence, and form friendships. With it’s trained staff, fun theme weeks, and character-building program, it’s no wonder families consistently return every year!

So whether you’re an on-the-job parent trying to find high-quality care, or just want your kid to have a meaningfu, active summer, the YMCA has what you need!

 Don’t delay! Early application for the YMCA summer program is suggested as space is limited!