YMCA of Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA - Adventure - LaserMaxx
The YMCA of Silicon Valley offers a variety of summer day camps, including specialty camps like LaserMaxx, focusing on fun, friendship, and personal growth f...
▌ Editor's read The YMCA of Silicon Valley operates a variety of summer day camps, including specialty camps like LaserMaxx, as detailed on their website. The organization is a non-profit, and their website states that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in CPR, First Aid, and child abuse prevention. While the specific 'LaserMaxx' camp is a specialty offering, the main camp page indicates a focus on fun, friendship, and personal growth. Google reviews for 'YMCA of Silicon Valley' generally show a positive sentiment, with an average rating of 4.3 stars from over 1,000 reviews, often praising the diverse programs and caring staff. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory under the specific name provided, nor is the broader YMCA of Silicon Valley. The website does not explicitly state staff-to-camper ratios or specific state licensing numbers for their camp programs, though as a YMCA, they are a recognized non-profit entity.
Who thrives here Ages 9–11
YMCA of Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA - Adventure - LaserMaxx 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 traditional day camp 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: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 9–11
- Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Address: 1975 S White Rd, San Jose, CA 95148, USA
- Cost notes: YMCA member/non-member pricing.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about YMCA of Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA - Adventure - LaserMaxx
- What ages does YMCA of Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA - Adventure - LaserMaxx accept?
- YMCA of Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA - Adventure - LaserMaxx is open to children ages 9–11. 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 Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA - Adventure - LaserMaxx cost?
- YMCA of Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA - Adventure - LaserMaxx publishes $361/week for the standard session. YMCA member/non-member pricing. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are YMCA of Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA - Adventure - LaserMaxx's hours?
- YMCA of Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA - Adventure - LaserMaxx runs 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.. 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 Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA - Adventure - LaserMaxx?
- YMCA of Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA - Adventure - LaserMaxx 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 Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA - Adventure - LaserMaxx provide lunch?
- YMCA of Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA - Adventure - LaserMaxx 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 Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA - Adventure - LaserMaxx compare to other traditional day camp camps in San Jose?
- YMCA of Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA - Adventure - LaserMaxx is one of 46 traditional day camp camps in San Jose 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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