Summer Camp Guide 2025 || Camarillo Family YMCA

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WELCOME 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 children’s 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 FOR CAMP

To register for camp, visit our website ciymca.org/camp. Then register and pay online.

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.

COMPLETE YOUR ePACT

Emergency Contact Forms and Information

You will receive an ePACT welcome email after April 15. Click the link in the ePACT welcome email and complete your registration pack conveniently online.

HOURS & LOCATION

Several camps this summer will be located at our CAMARILLO FAMILY YMCA HIJI CENTER. However, we are working on an offsite location to house the majority of camps. Please check back in spring for more information. Our camp runs from 9am - 4pm Monday through Friday.

EXTENDED CARE

AM extended care is available from 7am - 9am, and PM extended care is available from 4pm - 6pm for an additional $40 per week.

Get $10 off each week of day camp if you register by March 31!* *Discount does not apply to overnight camps.

WEEK 1 6/16 - 6/20*

Troopers 4.5-7yrs

Rangers 7 - 9yrs

CAMP CALENDAR

WEEK 2 6/23 - 6/27

Troopers 4.5-7yrs

Rangers 7 - 9yrs

WEEK 3 6/30 - 7/03*

Troopers 4.5-7yrs

Rangers 7 - 9yrs

WEEK 4 7/7 - 7/11

Troopers 4.5-7yrs

Rangers 7 - 9yrs

CAMPSSLEEPAWAY CAMPSSPORTS CAMPSDAY

Legends 9 -11yrs

Just Teen 11-14yrs

Leaders in Training 13 - 16yrs (Training week 6/17 - 6/20)

Splish Splash 4-5yrs

Splash 6-8yrs

Legends 9 -11yrs

Just Teen 11-14yrs

Leaders in Training 13 - 16yrs

Splish Splash 4-5yrs

Splash 6-8yrs

Soccer 7-12yrs

CAMPSENRICHMENT

Blue Print

Builders 8-12yrs

Green Thumb Adventures 5-7yrs

Dance 5-7yrs

Chem Exploration 8-12yrs

Legends 9 -11yrs

Just Teen 11-14yrs

Leaders in Training 13 - 16yrs

Street Hockey 7-12yrs

Legends 9 -11yrs

Just Teen 11-14yrs

Leaders in Training 13 - 16yrs

Adventure 5-7yrs

Extreme

Excursion 8-12yrs

Splish Splash 4-5yrs

Splash 6-8yrs

Paint & Play 5 - 7yrs

Lights, Camera, Action! 8-12yrs

Runway Ready 5-7yrs

* No Camp June 19 or July 4. Camps for Week 1 and Week 3 are pro-rated.

CALENDAR

WEEK 5

7/14 - 7/18

Troopers 4.5-7yrs

Rangers 7 - 9yrs

Legends 9 -11yrs

Just Teen 11-14yrs

Leaders in Training 13 - 16yrs

Splish Splash

4-5yrs

Splash 6-8yrs

Jam Camp 8-12yrs

Wellness Retreat 7-12yrs

WEEK 6 7/21 - 7/25

Troopers 4.5-7yrs

Rangers 7 - 9yrs

Legends 9 -11yrs

Just Teen 11-14yrs

Leaders in Training 13 - 16yrs

Flag Football 7-12yrs

Minecraft LEGO

Intro 5-7yrs

Minecraft LEGO

Advanced 8-12yrs

Youth Overnight Camp Sequoia July 20 - 25

Youth 9 - 12 yrs

Teen 13 - 17yrs | CIT 17yrs

WEEK 7 7/28 - 8/1

Troopers 4.5-7yrs

Rangers 7 - 9yrs

Legends 9 -11yrs

Just Teen 11-14yrs

Leaders in Training 13 - 16yrs

Splish Splash 4-5yrs

Splash 6-8yrs

Comic Book

BootCamp 8-12yrs

Passport to Art 5-7yrs

Robotics 8-12yrs

WEEK 8 8/4 - 8/8

Troopers 4.5-7yrs

Rangers 7 - 9yrs

Legends 9 -11yrs

Just Teen 11-14yrs

Leaders in Training 13 - 16yrs

Basketball 7 -12yrs

Splish Splash 4-5yrs

Splash 6-8yrs

Dance Academy 8-12yrs

Green Thumb

Adventures 5-7yrs

Wild About Science 8-12yrs

Family Camp Sequoia August 2 - 8 ALL AGES

WEEK 9 8/11 - 8/15

Troopers 4.5-7yrs

Rangers 7 - 9yrs

Legends 9 -11yrs

Just Teen 11-14yrs

Dance 5-7yrs

Hollywood Arts 8 - 12yrs

DAY CAMPS DAY CAMPS

TROOPERS CAMP

Ages: 4.5 - 7

Fee: $250/week or $210/3 days*

Campers will visit our enrichment camps for activities in arts and crafts, sports games, and educational literacy. This camp also includes an offsite field trip every other week and water days every week. This camp is sure to make memories to last a lifetime.

JUST TEEN

Ages: 11 - 14

Fee: $260/week*

Through different weekly themes, teens are inspired and empowered as they experience traditional camp as they swim, work in teams, play fun games and make new friends. Teens will also have the opportunity to learn and grow by participating in interactive field trips offsite three days a week, create and plan camp wide themed activities and so much more!

Our goal is for teens to learn to work together, learn new skills, gain better decision-making and conflict resolution skills, while discovering something new about themselves.

LEADERS IN TRAINING

Ages: 13 - 16

Fee: $110/week*

The Leaders in Training Program is designed to give youth an opportunity to support YMCA Camp programs. Participants must complete an interview process and be selected to take part in this learning experience. Participants will assist counselors in daily duties, complete service-learning projects, and organize and help run camp events. Participants will receive volunteer hours for their time spent in the program.

Each participant must attend a LIT training the week of June 17-21 to participate in the summer program.

* No Camp June 19 or July 4. Camps for Week 1 and Week 3 are pro-rated. Check online for pro-rated rates.

SPORTS CAMPS SPORTS CAMPS

ADVENTURE CAMP

Ages: 5 - 7 Fee: $450/week

Spark your excitement in a week of adventurous activities! Leap into the adventure with Jumpin Jammin, hit the sand for a beach day, come face to face with wildlife at the Moorpark Zoo, and jump around with friends from the week at Sky Zone. We wrap up the week with a luau at the beach!

BASKETBALL CAMP

Ages: 7 - 12 Fee: $210/week

Dribble, shoot, and score! Basketball Camp is designed to teach young athletes the fundamentals of the game while building their confidence, staying active, and learning valuable lessons in teamwork, sportsmanship, and leadership. This camp is challenging and rewarding, welcoming players of all skill levels. Every camper will have the opportunity to learn, improve, and apply their skills to the game in a supportive and engaging environment.

EXTREME EXCURSION

Ages 8 - 12 Fee: $450/week

Embark on a journey of infinite possibilities. Extreme excursion camp will allow campers to embrace their adventurous side. Kick off the week wind sailing, glide through a day of kayaking, experience triumph while rock climbing, and hit the ramps at the skate park. Wrap up the week with a day of sun and fun at the beach.

FLAG FOOTBALL CAMP

Ages: 7 - 12 Fee: $210/week

Ready, set, hike! This camp introduces the world of flag football. Campers will learn fundamentals, skills, and drills and get involved with team spirit!

SOCCER CAMP

Ages: 7 - 12 Fee: $210/week

Soccer Camp is an exciting and action-packed program designed for kids and teens of all skill levels who are eager to improve their soccer abilities, make new friends, and enjoy the thrill of the game. With a focus on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship, this camp offers an ideal environment for players to grow both as athletes and individuals.

Whether they’re beginners or experienced players, campers will leave with improved technique, confidence, and a deeper love for soccer.

SPLISH SPLASH CAMP & SPLASH CAMP

Ages: 4 - 8 Fee: $270/week*

CANNONBALL! Y Splash Camp combines the fun of Day Camp with a specialized focus on skills and learning related to aquatic activities. Our campers develop a lifetime of love for the water and an understanding of water safety and responsibility. Every day includes a 25-minute swim lesson as well as free swim for campers to try out their newly learned skills.

STREET HOCKEY CAMP

Ages: 7 - 12 Fee: $ 125/week**

Develop your youth hockey player using comprehensive instruction in a controlled and friendly environment, making learning fun. Each day will consist of high-tempo drills encompassing passing, shooting, dekes, and flow drills. Each camp day will end with a scrimmage to test out those skills in game situations.

* No Camp June 19. Week 1 is pro-rated to $220.

** No Camp June 19. $125 is the pro-rated fee for this camp.

ENRICHMENT CAMPS ENRICHMENT CAMPS

BLUE PRINT BUILDERS

Ages: 8 - 12 Fee: $200/week*

Children are natural inventors; this camp will allow campers to create projects using their interests and imaginations.

Using repurposed materials and building supplies, campers will design and race Pinewood Derby Cars, create a Floatation Device out of recyclable materials AND use their innovation to create a project of their own.

Campers can construct anything they put their minds to!

CHEM EXPLORATION

Ages: 8 - 12 Fee: $260/week

Grab your science goggles as we dive into chemical reactions! Campers will experiment with different chemical reactions from slime creations to exploding fizz concoctions. Campers will have a blast with these hands-on experiments!

COMIC BOOK BOOTCAMP

Ages: 8 - 12 Fee: $260/week

This camp will dive and drive your camper’s creative touch. Canvas painting, character sketches and paint will be used! Campers will practice and gain valuable experience while working with present / modern subjects to boost their art abilities.

* No Camp June 19. $200 is the pro-rated fee for this camp.

DANCE CAMP

Ages: 5 - 7

Fee: $260/week

This highly energetic camp offers aspiring cheerleaders and dancers an opportunity to receive basic instruction with choreographed dances, various cheer routines and the basics of tumbling.

Campers will learn a routine that will be performed for families and camp friends at the end of the camp each week.

DANCE ACADEMY

Ages: 8 - 12 Fee: $260/week

The Summer Dance Academy is an immersive, high-energy program designed for dancers of all ages and skill levels who want to enhance their technique, explore new styles, and fuel their passion for dance.

Whether your child is a beginner or an advanced dancer, this camp offers a nurturing and creative environment for them to grow, learn, and shine. With professional instructors and a diverse range of dance styles, campers will have the opportunity to develop their skills, express themselves through movement, and build confidence.

GREEN THUMB ADVENTURES

Ages: 5 - 7 Fee: $260/week*

Green Thumb Adventure Summer Camp is an exciting and educational experience for children who love nature, gardening, and the great outdoors. This hands-on camp is designed to inspire a love for the environment, promote sustainability, and foster a deeper understanding of the natural world. Through a mix of fun activities and learning opportunities, campers will explore the wonders of plant life, wildlife, and eco-friendly practices.

HOLLYWOOD ARTS

Ages: 5 - 7 Fee: $260/week

In Hollywood Arts, kids will learn to dive into their most creative forms to put on a play for everyone to enjoy. They will learn how to recite and remember lines, generate laughter, create costumes and follow scene directions to put on a fantastic performance. Actors and artists are welcomed here!

* No Camp June 19. Week 1 is pro-rated to $205.

JAM CAMP BY MUSIC FREQS

Ages: 8 - 12 Fee: $425/week

Rock this way and join us this summer as we partner with Music Freqs for a week of Jam Camp! Campers learn instruments, songwriting, musical activities, and much more! Campers will also get to choose the instrument that would like to play and the song they want to learn. Camp includes a field trip for a behind-the-scenes tour of Music Freqs. A camp concert will be held on Friday for all campers to showcase their talents.

LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION!

Ages: 8 - 12 Fee: $305/week

Let’s roll the film! Welcome to the world of digital production! This camp will focus on learning various types of video content (challenges and tutorials) that can be shared safely on social media. Campers will collaborate in creat

MINECRAFT LEGO®

Intro: Ages 5 - 7 Advanced: Ages 8 - 12 Fee: $305/week Venture into the world of Minecraft in our unique LEGO® experience. Get ready to build your base, craft your tools, use your Minecraft to harvest raw resources, and battle to stop the Ender Dragon from ending the world. Come explore the endless possibilities of LEGO® with trained Play-Well® instructors.

PAINT & PLAY

Ages: 5 - 7 Fee: $205/week*

Get your campers paint brushes ready! This onsite camp will explore different techniques in painting! Campers will get to use fun tools to explore the colorful opportunities in making art! Please make sure your camper is dressed in older clothes, because this camp is sure to be messy!

PASSPORT TO ART

Ages: 5 - 7 Fee: $260/week

Campers get ready for an adventure to travel the world and discover the elements of art! Throughout the week, campers will rotate through multiple art techniques such as drawing, painting, and clay. Campers will learn the history of the art techniques and the cultures that still use them today. Parents be sure to check out the art exhibit on Friday!

ROBOTICS CAMP

Ages: 8 - 12 Fee: $400/week

Introducing a camp for the engineers and builders of the future! This week-long camp will teach campers the fundamental concepts of robotics, as they make basic robots to perform a variety of functions. The lessons taught at Robotics Camp will give your camper a head-start toward being successful in any future technology-based class. It will also help them build a love for science and technology that could guide them into a lifelong passion for STEM.

* No Camp July 4. $205 is the pro-rated fee for this camp.

RUNWAY READY

Ages: 5 - 7 Fee: $260/week

Campers will learn a variety of hand-sewing skills. Campers will sew a pillowcase, patchwork pillow, beach bag and practice cross-stitching! Campers will get the opportunity to sew stylish accessories for themselves following our Disney theme of the week!

WELLNESS RETREAT

Ages: 7 - 12 Fee: $210/week

Healthy, Happy, Balanced is the learning goal for this camp. Kids will receive a full week of Health conscious instruction and activity where they will not only engage in physical activity; but also, develop an understanding of how to nurture their mental health, emotional well-being, and have positive forms of expression.

WILD ABOUT SCIENCE CAMP

Ages: 8 - 12 Fee: $260/week

Campers take off into a world of exploration through hands-on experiments including volcanos, crystallizations, and soda bottle water launchers! Campers will get wild with science in a week filled with wacky experiments!

YOUTH OVERNIGHT CAMP (JULY 20 - 25)

YOUTH AND TEEN CAMPS

Youth: Ages 9 - 12

Teen: Ages 13 - 17

Fee: $985

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. They’ll return home with new friends and an adventurous spirit.

CIT CAMP

Age 17

Fee: $490

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 weekly deposit is required at time of registration.

FAMILY CAMP SEQUOIA (AUGUST 2 - 8)

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 kids’ camps, arts and crafts, the YMCA Rag Program, and more. Pricing covers accommodations and activities for up to four family members.

Families will drive themselves to Family Camp at 49716 Highway 180, Miramonte, CA 93641. A $450 deposit is required at time of registration.

YMCA Day Camp is ACA accredited! ACA Accreditation means that your child’s summer camp cares enough to undergo a thorough peer review of its operation — from sta 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 child’s camp reflect the most up-to-date, research-based standards in camp operation.

At all of our Day Camp locations this summer, we will be utilizing the  BLASTING INTO SUMMER curriculum. 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 Sta have selected various BLASTING modules to accompany our fun camp themes.

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