Camp · Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–18 · $150/week
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▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–18

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego - Imperial Beach Branch

650 Imperial Beach Blvd, Imperial Beach · $150/week · ★ 4.4 (25 reviews)

Provides a variety of summer programs and activities for youth in the Imperial Beach community.

▌ Editor's read The Boys & Girls Clubs of San Diego (BGCSD) website loads successfully. The organization, founded in 1961, operates as a nonprofit and offers various programs, including summer camps, across multiple locations in San Diego County. Their 'About Us' section highlights a commitment to safety, stating that all staff and volunteers undergo background checks. While the website details program offerings like academic support, sports, and arts, it does not explicitly mention ACA accreditation or specific state licensing numbers for individual camp programs. The Imperial Beach Charter is one of their many club locations, providing local programming. Social media presence is strong with active Instagram (@bgcscounty) and Facebook (BGCSanDiego) accounts.
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Since 196660+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 5–18

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego - Imperial Beach Branch is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. community/rec center programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1966 (60 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 5–18
  • Address: 847 Encina Ave, Imperial Beach, CA 91932
  • Phone: 619-424-8811
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: The price of $150/week is for the Spring Day Camp. Summer camp pricing is not explicitly available, but is expected to be similar. A $50 annual membership fee is also required.

↗ What parents like

  • Homework assistance
  • Arts & Crafts

↘ Watch for

  • Summer camp details lacking

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego - Imperial Beach Branch

What ages does Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego - Imperial Beach Branch accept?
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego - Imperial Beach Branch is open to children ages 5–18. 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 Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego - Imperial Beach Branch cost?
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego - Imperial Beach Branch publishes $150/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego - Imperial Beach Branch?
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego - Imperial Beach Branch is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 60 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego - Imperial Beach Branch provide lunch?
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego - Imperial Beach Branch 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.
Does Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego - Imperial Beach Branch offer extended care?
Yes — Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego - Imperial Beach Branch offers extended care alongside the main program day. Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.

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