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YMCA of San Diego County STEM & Sports

Border View Family YMCA · $309/week

The YMCA of San Diego County offers a variety of day camps, including STEM and Sports themes, focusing on youth development and community engagement.

▌ Editor's read The YMCA of San Diego County's camp website, ymcasd.org/camps/, loads successfully and details various day camp programs, including STEM and Sports themes. While specific ACA accreditation for 'YMCA of San Diego County STEM & Sports' was not found, the YMCA as a larger organization often adheres to high standards. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in child abuse prevention. The Border View Family YMCA, one of the locations offering camps, has a Google rating of 4.5 stars based on 1,000 reviews, with many reviewers praising the facility and programs. The YMCA is a non-profit organization. Social media handles found are @ymcasd on Instagram and ymcasd on Facebook. The camps are primarily day camps, with options for different age groups and interests.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–13

YMCA of San Diego County STEM & Sports 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 sports program.

Facts & Credentials

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

  • Category: Sports
  • Ages: 5–13
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Address: 3601 Arey Drive, San Diego, CA 92154
  • Cost notes: USD. Member rate: $278/week.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA of San Diego County STEM & Sports

What ages does YMCA of San Diego County STEM & Sports accept?
YMCA of San Diego County STEM & Sports is open to children ages 5–13. 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 STEM & Sports cost?
YMCA of San Diego County STEM & Sports publishes $309/week for the standard session. That sits close to the $324 median for sports camps in San Diego. USD. Member rate: $278/week. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are YMCA of San Diego County STEM & Sports's hours?
YMCA of San Diego County STEM & Sports 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 STEM & Sports?
YMCA of San Diego County STEM & Sports 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 STEM & Sports provide lunch?
YMCA of San Diego County STEM & Sports 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 of San Diego County STEM & Sports compare to other sports camps in San Diego?
YMCA of San Diego County STEM & Sports is one of 14 sports camps in San Diego 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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