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YMCA Camp Riveredge - Bike Camp – Gear 2

Sandy Beach Park

YMCA Camp Riveredge offers a variety of day camp programs, including specialized bike camps, at Sandy Beach Park in Calgary, focusing on outdoor adventure an...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully for YMCA Camp Riveredge, which is part of YMCA Calgary. The camp offers day programs, including specialized bike camps like 'Gear 2,' for children aged 6-12. The website mentions that all staff undergo criminal record and vulnerable sector checks, and are certified in first aid and CPR. YMCA Calgary has a Google review rating of 4.3 stars based on 1,100 reviews, with many reviewers praising the organization's programs and facilities. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory, which is expected as it is a Canadian camp. The website indicates that YMCA Calgary is a non-profit organization. Social media handles found on the site are @ymcacalgary for Instagram and YMCACalgary for Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 8–10

YMCA Camp Riveredge - Bike Camp – Gear 2 fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given traditional day camp program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 8–10
  • Address: 1215 50 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2T 2V8, Canada
  • Phone: (403) 269-6700
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about YMCA Camp Riveredge - Bike Camp – Gear 2

What ages does YMCA Camp Riveredge - Bike Camp – Gear 2 accept?
YMCA Camp Riveredge - Bike Camp – Gear 2 is open to children ages 8–10. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does YMCA Camp Riveredge - Bike Camp – Gear 2 cost?
YMCA Camp Riveredge - Bike Camp – Gear 2 doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
Who runs YMCA Camp Riveredge - Bike Camp – Gear 2?
YMCA Camp Riveredge - Bike Camp – Gear 2 is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does YMCA Camp Riveredge - Bike Camp – Gear 2 provide lunch?
YMCA Camp Riveredge - Bike Camp – Gear 2 does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does YMCA Camp Riveredge - Bike Camp – Gear 2 compare to other traditional day camp camps in Calgary?
YMCA Camp Riveredge - Bike Camp – Gear 2 is one of 8 traditional day camp camps in Calgary that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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