TO SUMMER CAMP
At Y Camp, the possibilities are endless! Y Summer Camps provide children and teens with supervised activities that cultivate values, develop skills, nurture relationships, and actively explore childrenās imagination.
At camp, you can create YOUR ideal summer experience. Our wide variety of programs provides something for everyone! Give your kids the chance to have fun, improve their health, learn new things, and reach their potential.
CAMP INFORMATION
HOW TO REGISTER
Visit our website ciymca.org/camp, register and pay online.
WHERE
Our Day Camps are located at various schools across the San Luis Obispo County to best accomodate our SLO families. Each camp is packed with adventure and learning opportunities over the summer!
EPACT ONLINE FORMS
You will receive an ePACT welcome email after April 15. Simply click the link in the ePACT welcome email and complete your registration pack conveniently online! EPACT must be completed before campers can participate in any YMCA programs.
EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
Financial Assistance is available to those who qualify. Applications are available at the front desk or online at ciymca.org/financial-assistance. The deadline to apply is May 22.
WHAT SHOULD CAMPERS BRING?
ā¢ Backpack/Bag
ā¢ Closed-Toe Shoes
ā¢ Cold Lunch
ā¢ Extra Snacks
ā¢ Reusable Water Bottle
ā¢ Hat
ā¢ Sunscreen
CAMP ACTIVITIES:
ā¢ Morning and Afternoon Snack
ā¢ Arts a nd Crafts Projects
ā¢ Outdoor Games
ā¢ Playground Time
DAY CAMPS
ENRICHMENT
CAMPS
WEEK 1* 6/8 - 6/12
Tiny Tots 4 - 7yrs
Trailblazers 4 - 6yrs
Explore ānā Splash 4 - 12yrs
Adventure 7 - 12yrs
Camp on the Go 7 - 12yrs
WEEK 2 6/15 - 6/18*
Tiny Tots 4 - 7yrs
Trailblazers 4 - 6yrs
Explore ānā Splash 4 - 12yrs
Adventure 7 - 12yrs
Camp on the Go 7 - 12yrs
Counselors in Training 13 - 17yrs
(Training week 6/15 - 6/18)
WEEK 3 6/22 - 6/26
Tiny Tots 4 - 7yrs
Trailblazers 4 - 6yrs
Explore ānā Splash 4 - 12yrs
Adventure 7 - 12yrs
Camp on the Go 7 - 12yrs
Counselors in Training 13 - 17yrs
WEEK 4 6/29 - 7/3
Tiny Tots 4 - 7yrs
Trailblazers 4 - 6yrs
Explore ānā Splash 4 - 12yrs
Adventure 7 - 12yrs
Camp on the Go 7 - 12yrs
Counselors in
Training 13 - 17yrs
Adventure
WEEK 5
7/6 - 7/10
Tiny Tots 4 - 7yrs
Trailblazers 4 - 6yrs
Explore ānā Splash 4 - 12yrs
Adventure 7 - 12yrs
Camp on the Go 7 - 12yrs
Counselors in Training 13 - 17yrs
WEEK 6 7/13 - 7/17
Tiny Tots 4 - 7yrs
Trailblazers 4 - 6yrs
Explore ānā Splash 4 - 12yrs
Adventure 7 - 12yrs
Camp on the Go 7 - 12yrs
Counselors in Training 13 - 17yrs
WEEK 7 7/20 - 7/24
WEEK 8 7/27 - 7/31
WEEK 9 8/3 - 8/7
Tiny Tots 4 - 7yrs
Trailblazers 4 - 6yrs
Explore ānā Splash 4 - 12yrs
Adventure 7 - 12yrs
Camp on the Go 7 - 12yrs
Tiny Tots 4 - 7yrs
Trailblazers 4 - 6yrs
Explore ānā Splash 4 - 12yrs
Adventure 7 - 12yrs
Camp on the Go 7 - 12yrs
Trailblazers 4 - 6yrs
Adventure 7 - 12yrs
Explore ānā Splash 4 - 12yrs
Camp on the Go 7 - 12yrs
Slime & Explosions
7 - 12yrs (Arroyo Grande)
Passport to Art 7 - 12yrs
(Paso Robles & Arroyo Grande)
Dance 4 - 12yrs
Full āSTEAMā Ahead 7 - 12yrs
Slime & Explosions 7 - 12yrs (Paso Robles)
Passport to Art 7 - 12yrs (Los Osos)
Youth Overnight Sequoia
7/19 - 7/24
Youth 9 - 12 yrs
Teen 13 - 16yrs
CIT 17yrs
Family Sequoia
8/1 - 8/7
ALL AGES
* No Day Camp June 19. The first and last week of Day Camp are 3 days. Week 1 is 6/10 - 6/12 and Week 9 is 8/3 - 8/5. Wees 1, 2, and 9 are pro-rated for Day Camp
DAY CAMPS
DATES: Weeks 1 - 9: June 10 - August 5
(No camp June 19. Weeks 1 and 9 are three days long. Weeks 1, 2, & 9 are prorated.)
TIMES: 7:30am - 5:30pm
FEES: $275/week
WHERE: Branch Elementary ā¢ 970 School Rd, Arroyo Grande Los Ranchos Elementary ā¢ 5785 Los Ranchos Rd, San Luis Obispo
TRAILBLAZERS CAMP (Ages 4 - 6)
Adventure starts here! Trailblazers is a summer camp designed for young explorers to learn, play, and discover. Each week features a new theme packed with exciting activitiesāfrom animal encounters and aquarium wonders to visits from community partners. Campers will enjoy hands-on experiences, make new friends, and create lasting memories in a safe, fun environment. To make the experience even more exciting, campers will enjoy one on-site adventure each week, bringing the theme to life in an unforgettable way.
ADVENTURE CAMP (Ages 7 - 12)
This summer, the adventure begins the moment you arrive! Each week unlocks a brand-new theme filled with hands-on challenges, creative discoveries, and plenty of outdoor fun. Campers will dive into exciting on-site activities and set out on one epic field trip every week ā because adventure doesnāt stop at the gate. From exploring nature to tackling team challenges, every day is a chance to discover something amazing and make memories that stick. Your next great adventure is waiting!
OTHER DAY CAMP OPPORTUNITIES
TINY TOTS CAMP (Ages 4 - 7)
Weeks 1 - 8: June 8 - July 27, 12 - 4pm
$ 125/week
San Luis Obispo County YMCA ā¢ 1020 Southwood Dr, San Luis Obispo
Big fun for our littlest campers! Each week brings a playful theme with age-appropriate crafts, colorful art projects, and games that keep kids smiling and engaged. On-site adventures make every day feel special, while caring staff ensure a safe, happy environment for learning and laughter. Itās the perfect way for our littles to explore, create, and enjoy summer to the fullest!
COUNSELORS IN TRAINING (Ages 13 - 17)
$ 125/week
All Camp Locations Weeks 3 - 6: June 22 - July 17 (Training Week 2)
The Counselor in Training (C.I.T.) Program gives youth the opportunity to build leadership skills while supporting YMCA Camp programs. Participants are selected through an interview process and will assist counselors with daily activities, participate in service-learning projects, and help plan and lead camp events. C.I.T.s will gain hands-on experience in teamwork and communication while earning volunteer hours. All participants must attend mandatory C.I.T. training the week of June 15ā18 to participate in the summer program.
EXPLORE āNā SPLASH CAMP (Ages 4 - 12)
Centennial Park ā¢ 600 Nickerson Dr, Paso Robles
Weeks 1 - 9: June 10 - August 5, 7:30am - 5:30pm
$275/week
This camp is perfect for kids who love adventure and water fun! Campers will enjoy 1ā2 pool days each week, exciting on-site adventures with special guest programs like Zoo to You, Cali Kids, Mad Scientists, and visits from local first responders. Scavenger hunts and hands-on activities keep every day full of discovery, teamwork, and excitement. This camp blends learning, movement, and splashy fun into one unforgettable summer experience!
CAMP ON THE GO (Ages 7 - 12)
Ocean View Elementary School ā¢ 1208 Linda Dr, Arroyo Grande
Weeks 1 - 9: June 10 - August 5, 7:30am - 5:30pm
$345/week
Weāre on the move! Each week, campers will set out on exciting field trips 3 - 4 days a week, discovering new places and experiences that make summer unforgettable. From hands-on activities to games and creative challenges, every day is packed with opportunities to explore, learn, and have fun. If your child loves discovery and adventure, this is the camp for them!
ENRICHMENT CAMPS
DANCE CAMP (Ages 4 - 12)
Baywood Elementary School ā¢ 1330 9th St, Los Osos
Week 8: July 27 - 31, 9am - 4pm
$235/week
This high-energy camp gives aspiring dancers the perfect place to shine! Campers will receive guided instruction in choreographed dance, and the fundamentals of different styles of dance in a fun, supportive environment. Throughout the week, theyāll work together to build skills, boost confidence, and master a routine that will be performed for families and fellow campers at the end of each session. Get ready to twirl, leap, and dance your heart out! There will be a performance at the end of the week to showcase all the fun they had.
FULL āSTEAMā AHEAD CAMP (Ages 7 - 12)
$235/week
Harloe Elementary School ā¢ 901 Fair Oaks Ave, Arroyo Grande
Week 9: August 3 - 7, 9am - 4pm
All aboard for a summer of creativity and discovery! Campers will dive into hands-on projects that bring science, technology, engineering, art, and math to life. From building and experimenting to designing in our Mak er Space, every day is packed with opportunities to create, explore, and innovate. With exciting challenges and imaginative activities, this camp is where ideas turn into amazing adventures!
SLIME & EXPLOSIONS CAMP (Ages 7 - 12)
Pat Butler Elementary School ā¢ 700 Nicklaus St, Paso Robles
Week 9: August 3 - 7, 9am - 4pm
$235/week
Harloe Elementary School ā¢ 901 Fair Oaks Ave, Arroyo Grande
Week 7: July 20 - 24, 9am - 4pm
Get ready for the ultimate mix of messy fun and mind-blowing science! Campers will create gooey, colorful slime and dive into exciting experiments thatĀ fizz, pop, and boom (safely, of course!). Each day is packed with hands-on activities that spark curiosity and laughterābecause science is way more fun whenĀ itāsĀ explosive!
PASSPORT TO ART CAMP (Ages 7 - 12)
Baywood Elementary School ā¢ 1330 9th St, Los Osos
Week 9: August 3 - 7, 9am - 4pm
Centennial Park ā¢ 600 Nickerson Dr, Paso Robles
$235/week
Week 8: July 27 - 31, 9am - 4pm
Harloe Elementary School ā¢ 901 Fair Oaks Ave, Arroyo Grande
Week 8: July 27 - 31, 9am - 4pm
Get ready for an artistic adventure around the world! Campers will explore and discover the elements of art as they rotate through exciting hands-on activities like drawing, painting, clay-making, and so much more. Throughout the week, theyāll learn the history behind different art techniques and discover which cultures still use them today. To cap off the week, families are invited to enjoy our Friday Art Show, where campers can proudly showcase their masterpieces!
SLEEPAWAY CAMP
YOUTH OVERNIGHT CAMP (JULY 19 - 24)
YOUTH AND TEEN CAMPS
Youth: Ages 9 - 12
Teen: Ages 13 - 16 Fee: $1,010
At Sleepaway Camp at Lake Sequoia, the adventure never stops! Campers stay in cabins at night and spend their days immersed in nature, enjoying activities like hiking, sports, crafts, and water recreation. Theyāll return home with new friends and an adventurous spirit.
CIT CAMP Age 17 Fee: $505
The Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Program helps teens develop the skills needed to become camp counselors and strong employees. This program offers a unique opportunity to build leadership skills by assisting counselors with younger campers and gaining hands-on experience in a camp setting.
CITs are chosen through an application and interview process, with space limited to 10 participants. To apply, teens must register online and pay a camp deposit. If not selected, the YMCA will refund the deposit.
Transportation to Youth Overnight Camp departs from Ventura Family YMCA, 3760 Telegraph Road, Ventura, CA 93003. A $250 deposit is required at time of registration.
FAMILY CAMP SEQUOIA
(AUGUST 1 - 7)
Join us for a week-long family adventure packed with fun and new experiences! Enjoy activities like hiking, swimming, canoeing, rock climbing, fishing, paddle boarding, campfires, or simply relaxing with a good book.
The package includes six nights of lodging, meals, morning kidsā camps, arts and crafts, the YMCA Rag Program, and more. Pricing covers accommodations and activities for up to four family members.
Apartments
Winterized Cabins
Divided Duplex Cabins
$3,600
$3,260
Additional Camper $538
Families will drive themselves to Family Camp at 49716 Highway 180, Miramonte, CA 93641. A $450 deposit is required at time of registration.
YMCA Summer Camp is ACA accredited! ACA Accreditation means that your childās summer camp cares enough to undergo a thorough peer review of its operation ā from staff qualifications and training to emergency management. American Camp Association collaborates with experts from the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Red Cross, and other youth-serving agencies to assure that current practices at your childās camp reflect the most up-to-date, research-based standards in camp operation. We will utilize theĀ BLASTING INTO SUMMER curriculum at all of our Day Camp locations this summer. This licensed program combines learning, adventure, and fun and ensures that campers have an unforgettable camp experience that ignites their passions, fosters personal growth, and creates lifelong memories. The building blocks of the BLASTING curriculum include: Belonging, Literacy, Arts, STEM, Team-Building, Imagination, Nature and Gross Motor Activities. Camp Staff have selected various BLASTING modules to accompany our fun camp themes.
