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.
This summer, we are running camp at FIVE LOCATIONS throughout Halifax and Dartmouth to increase availability and convenience for families
5640 Sackville St, Halifax
2269 Gottingen St, Halifax
21 Woodlawn Road, Dartmouth
12 Flamingo Drive, Halifax
5 Everette St, Dartmouth
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].
Brianna Cromwell - Camp Co-Director
Hello YMCA Campers! My name is Brianna, and I am thrilled to be back for Summer Camps this summer! I love gaming, exploring our city, and playing lots of group games with campers! I am looking forward to a fun filled summer with everyone! I can be reached at [email protected]
Carla Bustamante - Camp Co-Director
Hi YMCA Campers! My name is Carla! I'm from Chile! I love music, cooking, and travelling! I'm sure we'll have a great time together this summer, going on outings and playing lots of games! I hope to see you all at summer camp soon! I can be reached at [email protected]
FAQ
- 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.
- We are excited to offer camp at 5 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)
- (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
- All 5 of our locations will be offering Summer Camp from 8:30am – 5:30pm
- We offer weekly registration for flexibility! You can register for the whole summer or select weeks. We do not offer daily registration.
- 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.
- 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 daily swimming. Our NSCC Akerley Dartmouth & South Woodside Community Centre will swim twice a week. Rockingham United Church will swim three times a week.
- 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).
- All campers at all sites will need their bathing suits and towels. Our John W. Lindsay YMCA & Community YMCA will swim daily. Our Rockingham United Church location swims 3 times a week. NSCC Akerley Campus location & South Woodside Community Centre swims 2 times a week.
- When registering, campers must be between ages 5 – 12 by July 2, 2024.
- 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].
