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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–17

YMCA Camp Surf

Imperial Beach

YMCA Camp Surf offers overnight summer camp experiences for youth aged 7-17, focusing on ocean activities, personal growth, and community building in Imperia...

▌ Editor's read The website for YMCA Camp Surf loads successfully and provides detailed information about their overnight camp programs. While not explicitly listed in the ACA directory under 'YMCA Camp Surf' or 'YMCA of San Diego County' for accreditation, the YMCA is a reputable non-profit organization. The camp offers a variety of activities including surfing, bodyboarding, kayaking, and traditional camp activities, catering to campers aged 7-17. The site mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive extensive training, including CPR and First Aid. Google reviews for 'YMCA Camp Surf' show a strong rating of 4.8 stars from 144 reviews, with many parents praising the positive impact on their children and the quality of the staff. The camp is owned and operated by the YMCA of San Diego County, indicating a non-profit structure. Social media handles for the broader YMCA of San Diego County are @ymcasandiego on Instagram and YMCASanDiego on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 7–17

YMCA Camp Surf is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. overnight/sleepaway 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
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 7–17
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. Pricing not confirmed. One-week and two-week sessions available. Overnight residential camp.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA Camp Surf

What ages does YMCA Camp Surf accept?
YMCA Camp Surf is open to children ages 7–17. 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 Surf cost?
YMCA Camp Surf doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD. Pricing not confirmed. One-week and two-week sessions available. Overnight residential camp. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are YMCA Camp Surf's hours?
YMCA Camp Surf runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs YMCA Camp Surf?
YMCA Camp Surf 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 Surf provide lunch?
YMCA Camp Surf 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 Surf compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Imperial Beach?
YMCA Camp Surf is one of 5 overnight/sleepaway camps in Imperial Beach 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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