YMCA of San Diego County 3D Art
The YMCA of San Diego County offers a variety of day camps, including a 3D Art camp, focusing on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
▌ Editor's read The YMCA of San Diego County's website (ymcasd.org/camps/) loads successfully and details a wide array of day camps, including specific art camps like 3D Art. While the specific '3D Art' camp is listed under their general camp offerings, it's part of a larger YMCA program. The YMCA of San Diego County is a nonprofit organization. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive extensive training, indicating a commitment to safety. The camps are day camps, with various locations and themes available. The YMCA of San Diego County has a strong online presence with a Google review rating of 4.6 stars based on 1,100+ reviews for their main branch, reflecting general positive sentiment. Social media handles are @ymcasd on Instagram and 'ymcasd' on Facebook. No specific ACA accreditation was found for the '3D Art' camp itself, nor for the broader YMCA of San Diego County camps in the ACA directory.
Who thrives here Ages 8–12
YMCA of San Diego County 3D Art sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right arts fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Arts
- Ages: 8–12
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Address: 8355 Cliffridge Avenue, La Jolla, CA 92037
- Cost notes: USD. Member rate: $436/week.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about YMCA of San Diego County 3D Art
- What ages does YMCA of San Diego County 3D Art accept?
- YMCA of San Diego County 3D Art is open to children ages 8–12. 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 of San Diego County 3D Art cost?
- YMCA of San Diego County 3D Art publishes $484/week for the standard session. USD. Member rate: $436/week. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are YMCA of San Diego County 3D Art's hours?
- YMCA of San Diego County 3D Art runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs YMCA of San Diego County 3D Art?
- YMCA of San Diego County 3D Art 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 of San Diego County 3D Art provide lunch?
- YMCA of San Diego County 3D Art 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare YMCA of San Diego County 3D Art with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
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- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
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