YMCA Camp Riveredge - Hawks
YMCA Camp Riveredge - Hawks offers traditional day camp experiences for children aged 6-12 at Sandy Beach Park in Calgary, focusing on outdoor activities and...
▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully for YMCA Camp Riveredge, which is part of YMCA Calgary. The camp offers day programs for children aged 6-12, with specific Hawks programs for ages 9-12, focusing on outdoor activities like hiking, games, and skill development at Sandy Beach Park. The website mentions that all staff undergo extensive training, including first aid, and criminal record checks, indicating a commitment to safety. While specific Google reviews for 'YMCA Camp Riveredge - Hawks' were not readily available, YMCA Calgary generally holds a strong reputation. The camp is operated by YMCA Calgary, a non-profit organization. The website lists Instagram as @ymcacalgary and Facebook as YMCACalgary. No ACA accreditation information was found, which is expected for a Canadian camp.
Who thrives here Ages 8–9
YMCA Camp Riveredge - Hawks 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
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 8–9
- 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 - Hawks
- What ages does YMCA Camp Riveredge - Hawks accept?
- YMCA Camp Riveredge - Hawks is open to children ages 8–9. 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 - Hawks cost?
- YMCA Camp Riveredge - Hawks 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 - Hawks?
- YMCA Camp Riveredge - Hawks 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 - Hawks provide lunch?
- YMCA Camp Riveredge - Hawks 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 - Hawks compare to other traditional day camp camps in Calgary?
- YMCA Camp Riveredge - Hawks 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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