Summer Camp Guide 2023 | Santa Barbara Family YMCA

Canoeing @ Youth Sleepaway Camp

Welcome to the Santa Barbara Family YMCA Camp

As you read this, our camp team is excited to be planning fun, enriching, and safe adventures for children to discover who they are and what they can achieve!

At Y Camp, the possibilities are endless! Y Summer Day Camps provide children and teens with supervised activities that cultivate values, develop skills, nurture relationships and actively explore children’s imagination.

At camp, you are able to 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.

HOW TO REGISTER FOR CAMP

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

EVERYONE IS WELCOME!

CAMP LOCATION

All camps are held at the Santa Barbara YMCA. We have instituted a drive-through drop-off and pick-up procedure where you do not have to get out of your car. The entrance is off Hitchcock Way, just past the Y Facility and the exit is on Hope Ave.

HOURS

Drop Off 8:30 – 9am

Camp Hours 9am – 5pm

Pick Up 4:30 – 5:30pm

FEES*

Members $ 225/week Community $ 250/week

* We will not have camp June 19 or July 3 - 4. June 19 - 21 is pro-rated for $170 for members & $190 for community. July 3 - 7 is pro-rated for $125 for members and $140 for community.

Financial Assistance is available to those who qualify. Applications are available at the front desk. The deadline to apply is Monday, May 22, 2023.

NO MORE PAPER 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! Learn more at ciymca.org/camp.

BE AN EARLY BIRD!* $10 o each week of day camp if you register by March 31.

*Discount does not apply to overnight camps.

DAY CAMP

When: June 20 - August 18*

* We will not have camp June 19, July 3, or July 4.

ADVENTURE CAMP

Ages 5-6 (Entering Grades K-1)

Adventure Camp is the perfect place for children ready to make new friends learn new things, have fun and be safe. We have specialized instructors for the many age-appropriate activities that will be offered to keep your child’s body active and their mind stimulated throughout the summer.

PIONEER CAMP

Ages 6 - 8 (Entering Grades 2 - 3)

School-age children enrolled in our traditional Summer Day Camp will not want the summer to end! There will be plenty of time to make new friends, sing, play, explore, learn, and laugh. Pioneer Camp travels to a local field trip.

EXPLORER CAMP Ages 8 - 12 (Entering Grades 4 - 6)

School-age children enrolled in our traditional Summer Day Camp will not want the summer to end! Become an explorer and make new friends while gaining valuable skills. Explorer Camp travels to a local field trip.

ENRICHMENT CAMP

Ages: 6 - 12 (Entering Grades 1 - 6)

COOKING CAMP June 26 - 30, August 14 - 18

Do you love to bake, cook and explore in the kitchen? This is the perfect camp for you. We will make a variety of snacks and foods, giving your child the independence and self-confidence to be more than just a helper in the kitchen.

SPLASH CAMP July 5 - 7, July 17 - 21, July 31 - August 4

All campers will receive swim lessons, and depending on the swim level, activities may include stroke development, basic lifeguard skills and water sports. In addition, campers will spend part of their day participating in land-based activities including group games, arts & crafts, and more!

ARTS CAMP August 7 - 11

Using beautiful Santa Barbara as inspiration campers will create unique arts and crafts projects. Campers will have the opportunity to use all different types of mediums from paint to clay and much more!

SPORTS CAMP

Ages 6 - 12 (Entering Grades 1 - 6)

SPORTS OF ALL SORTS CAMP

June 12 - 16

Lace-up those sneakers, put on your shorts, it’s time to make a basket, score a goal and throw a touchdown. We’ve got the FUN-damentals of your favorite sports covered in this safe and fun environment.

SOCCER CAMP

June 20 - 23

Lace-up those sneakers, put on your shorts, it’s time to score. We’ve got the FUN-damentals of your favorite sports covered in this safe and fun environment.

FLAG FOOTBALL CAMP

July 10 - 14

Lace-up those sneakers, put on your shorts, it’s time to score a touchdown. We’ve got the FUN-damentals of your favorite sports covered in this safe and fun environment.

BASKETBALL CAMP

July 24 - 28

Lace-up those sneakers, put on your shorts, it’s time to make a basket. We’ve got the FUN-damentals of your favorite sports covered in this safe and fun environment.

Sports Camps

Sports of All Sorts (Ages 6-12)

Day Camp

Adventure Camp

(Ages 5-6)

Pioneer Camp (Ages 6 - 8)

Explorer camp

(Ages 8 - 12)

Sports Camps Soccer

(Ages 6 - 12)

Day Camp

Adventure Camp

(Ages 5-6)

Pioneer Camp

(Ages 6 - 8)

Explorer camp

(Ages 8 - 12)

Enrichment Camps

Cooking (Ages 6 - 12)

Day Camp

Adventure Camp (Ages 5-6)

Pioneer Camp (Ages 6 - 8)

Explorer camp (Ages 8 - 12)

Enrichment Camps Splash (Ages 6 - 12)

Day Camp

Adventure Camp

(Ages 5-6)

Pioneer Camp

(Ages 6 - 8)

Explorer camp

(Ages 8 - 12)

Sports Camps

Flag Football (Ages 6 - 12)

Day Camp

Adventure Camp (Ages 5-6)

Pioneer Camp

(Ages 6 - 8)

Explorer camp (Ages 8 - 12)

Enrichment Camps Splash (Ages 6 - 12)

Day Camp

Adventure Camp (Ages 5-6)

Pioneer Camp (Ages 6 - 8)

Explorer camp (Ages 8 - 12)

Day Camp

Adventure Camp (Ages 5-6)

Pioneer Camp

(Ages 6 - 8)

Explorer camp

(Ages 8 - 12)

Enrichment Camps Splash

(Ages 6 - 12)

Day Camp

Adventure Camp

(Ages 5-6)

Pioneer Camp

(Ages 6 - 8)

Explorer camp

(Ages 8 - 12)

Enrichment Camps

Arts & Crafts (Ages 6 - 12)

Day Camp

Adventure Camp (Ages 5-6)

Pioneer Camp (Ages 6 - 8)

Explorer camp (Ages 8 - 12)

Enrichment Camps Cooking (Ages 6 - 12)

Sports Camps

Basketball (Ages 6 - 12)

Making Friends @ Day Camp

Lake Fun @ Sequoia

All Ages Welcome | Santa Barbara Family YMCA

Enjoy a week-long adventure for the entire family that promises to be filled with new experiences and fun. Your family will enjoy hiking, swimming, canoeing, rock climbing, fishing, campfires, paddle boarding or just reading and relaxing. Price includes six nights lodging, meals, morning kid’s camps, arts and crafts, campfires, YMCA Rag Program, and more. The fees below include a space for four campers. Contact Craig at Craig.Prentice@ciymca.org for more information.

Apartment $3,250

Winterized Cabins $2,900

Divided Duplex Cabin $2,400

Rustic Cabin $2,200

RV or Tent $1,900

Additional Camper $470

July 23 - 28

Ventura Family YMCA | Ages 9 - 17 | $850 In Sleepaway Camp at Lake Sequoia, adventure time is always on. In this program, campers are immersed outdoors, staying in cabins during the night and exploring nature throughout the day. Activities include hiking, sports, crafts, and recreational water activities. Campers will come home with an adventurous spirit and new friends. Contact Amy at Amy.Bailey@ciymca.org for more information.