YMCA Summer Day Camp 2025
The YMCA Day Camps are exciting environments for campers to meet new friends and participate in a variety of fun-filled activities.
Parents will see their children build confidence and learn skills that will last a lifetime.
Camps include swimming, arts and crafts, sports, and field trips within our community.
2025 session information is coming soon
John W. Lindsay YMCA
5640 Sackville St, Halifax
Community YMCA
2269 Gottingen St, Halifax
Themed Weeks
Price
YMCA Summer Day Camp is $225 for members per week, $250 for non-members. As a registered charity, the YMCA wants to make sure every child has the chance to attend camp regardless of any financial barriers. We have many spots for our YMCA Day Camps with financial assistance available and payment plans. For financial assistance, please contact [email protected].
FAQ
How do I register for camp?
- You can register online via your ActiveNet portal (ymcahfx.ca – click on account on top right)
- You can also register via our Membership Desk at our John W. Lindsay YMCA or Community YMCA during operational hours.
- Additionally, you can call the John W. Lindsay YMCA phone and register via phone. 902-423-9622 ext 0.
Where is Camp this year?
- We are excited to offer camp at 6 locations this year.
- John W. Lindsay YMCA (5640 Sackville St, Halifax)
- Community YMCA (2269 Gottingen St, Halifax)
- NSCC Akerley Campus (21 Woodlawn Road, Dartmouth)
- Rockingham United Church (12 Flamingo Drive, Halifax)
- South Woodside Community Centre (5 Everette St, Dartmouth)
- Fort Massey United Church (5303 Tobin St, Halifax)
How much is Camp?
- (5 days) Weeks 2,3,4,5,7,8,9 – Camp is $225 per week for members & $250 for non-members
- (4 days) Weeks 1 & 6 – Camp is $180 for members & $200 for non-members
What hours are camp?
- All 5 of our locations will be offering Summer Camp from 8:30am – 5:30pm
Do I have to register for the whole summer?
- We offer weekly registration for flexibility! You can register for the whole summer or select weeks. We do not offer daily registration.
What if I cannot afford the rates?
- We have payment plans and financial assistance for camps. For any payment plans or financial assistance, please contact [email protected] and applications will be processed from there with one of our staff.
What do daily activities look like?
- Daily activities include trips within the community (local parks and playgrounds), organized games and crafts, sports and recreation activities, and more. Our John W. Lindsay YMCA & Community YMCA will enjoy swimming four times a week. Our NSCC Akerley Dartmouth, South Woodside Community Centre, Fort Massey United Church, and Rockingham United Church will swim twice a week.
Is lunch included?
- Lunch is only included at our Community YMCA location (2269 Gottingen St). No lunch will be offered at any other locations. Lunch is included in the registration rate at this location only. All campers need snacks daily (regardless of location).
Do Campers go Swimming?
- All campers at all sites will need their bathing suits and towels. Our John W. Lindsay YMCA & Community YMCA will enjoy swimming four times a week. Our NSCC Akerley Dartmouth, South Woodside Community Centre, Fort Massey United Church, and Rockingham United Church will swim twice a week.
What age are campers?
- When registering, campers must be between ages 5 – 12 by July 2, 2024.
Day Camp Lost and Found Policy
- At YMCA Summer Day Camps, we understand that personal belongings can sometimes be misplaced. To ensure that lost items are returned to their owners, we have established a Lost and Found policy.Lost and Found Procedure:– All found items will be collected and stored in the Lost and Found area located at each specific sign in location.– Campers and parents will be notified of the Lost and Found area during the first day of camp and through periodic reminders.– Lost items can be claimed during camp hours by providing a description of the item to camp staff.– Items will be kept in the Lost and Found for a period of two weeks from the date they were found.– After the two-week retention period, unclaimed items will be handled as follows:– Usable clothing and items will be donated to a local charity.– Perishable items will be discarded.– To minimize the risk of losing items, we recommend that campers label all personal belongings with their name.YMCA Summer Day Camps is not responsible for any lost or damaged items. Campers are encouraged to leave valuable items at home.
Cancellation & Refund policy
- Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks before the start of the camp date to be considered for a refund. Cancellations can be made to Brianna Cromwell, Camp Director, [email protected].
Camp Inquiries
- For any camp inquiries, please contact our Summer Day Camp Team at [email protected]
