Welcome to YMCA Day Camp
At the YMCA we believe in the limitless potential of every young person. As a leader in child development, the YMCA understands the impact recreational and social experiences, physical activity, and positive environments can have on the growth and development of children.
At YMCA Day Camp, we are committed to providing all children with the opportunity to:
- Participate in a variety of fun, engaging and age-appropriate activities
- Thrive in a safe and supportive environment
- Experience personal growth
- Develop and enhance their skills
- Be active and outdoors
- Engage with staff and volunteers who are role models
- Form new friendships and make lasting memories
The YMCA Camp difference
Character development is a key element of YMCA Day Camp programs. We encourage all members of the camp community to treat one another with dignity and celebrate positive actions.
The YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, Inclusiveness and Health are the cornerstones of character development at the YMCA. At YMCA Day Camp, value beads are a sign of personal achievement and recognition. Beads encourage positive behaviour and are awarded for demonstrating the YMCA core values.
Typical Day at YMCA Day Camp
| TIME | ACTIVITY |
|---|---|
| 8:30 am | Welcome and group building activities |
| 9:15 am | Activity 1 |
| 10:30 am | Snack |
| 10:45 am | Activity 2 |
| 12:00 noon | Lunch |
| 12:30 pm | Camper’s choice |
| 1:00 pm | Activity 3 |
| 2:15 pm | Snack |
| 2:30 pm | Activity 4 |
| 3:45 pm | Closing and wrap up activities |
Activity periods will vary based on the camp selected and site. Activities may include outdoor games, creative activities, active games and sports, water games, nature discovery, specialty programming and more!
We strive to hold everyone to behaviour guidelines that align with the YMCA core values.
All participants:
- Are responsible for their actions, choices, and words
- Will respect each other and their environment
- Will care for themselves and those around them
- Should be honest and true to their word
- Will strive to make healthy and safe choices
- Will value diversity and seek to include others
Contact
For more information, please contact the YMCA of Niagara Day Camp Office at [email protected] or (905) 934-9755 x280.
Limited spaces are available and will be assigned on a first come, first served basis. If the camp is full you are encouraged to add your child(ren) to the waiting list and will be contacted if a space becomes available.
Family Involvement
Families are an essential part of the Day Camp program. We value and encourage your support and feedback.
If things are going well, celebrate with us. If things are not working as they should, please be the first to let us know. Tara Costiff, Day Camp Director at (905) 934-9755 x 461 or via email.
We hire role models
All YMCA Day Camp staff and volunteers are carefully selected based on their leadership potential, experiences, and ability to model the YMCA values.
At the YMCA, we understand that children and youth thrive when they experience positive peer and adult relationships. Our goal is to develop today’s Day Camp staff into tomorrow’s great leaders through extensive training, ongoing coaching, support and mentorship opportunities.
All staff are required to have Standard First Aid CPR-C and meet YMCA Criminal Record Check procedures.