Camp · STEM · Ages 6–8 · $432/week
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▌ STEM · Ages 6–8

YMCA of Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA - Specialized - Can You Catch 'Em All?

YMCA of Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA · $432/week · ★ 4.6 (316 reviews)

The YMCA of Silicon Valley offers a variety of summer day camps, including specialized STEM programs like "Can You Catch 'Em All?", focusing on hands-on lear...

▌ Editor's read The YMCA of Silicon Valley's website loads as a legitimate site for summer day camps, offering a diverse range of programs including specialized STEM camps like 'Can You Catch 'Em All?'. The organization is a non-profit, indicating a community-focused mission. While the specific 'Can You Catch 'Em All?' camp is not individually accredited by the ACA, the YMCA of Silicon Valley as a whole is a reputable organization. The website explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks and are CPR/First Aid certified, demonstrating a commitment to safety. Google reviews for 'YMCA of Silicon Valley' generally show a positive rating of around 4.5 stars from hundreds of reviews, with parents often praising the variety of activities and caring staff. The camp is a day camp, providing structured activities during the day. Social media handles include @ymcasv on Instagram and YMCASV on Facebook, where they actively post updates and engage with the community.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–8

YMCA of Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA - Specialized - Can You Catch 'Em All? is well suited to lower-elementary campers who can sit through a 30-minute activity block but still need movement breaks every hour. stem content lands when it's framed as play first, instruction second; this age responds to friend-group continuity more than to specific skill outcomes.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
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Established
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Operator
Nonprofit organization
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 6–8
  • 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 - Specialized - Can You Catch 'Em All?

What ages does YMCA of Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA - Specialized - Can You Catch 'Em All? accept?
YMCA of Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA - Specialized - Can You Catch 'Em All? is open to children ages 6–8. 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 - Specialized - Can You Catch 'Em All? cost?
YMCA of Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA - Specialized - Can You Catch 'Em All? publishes $432/week for the standard session. That sits close to the $428 median for stem camps in San Jose. 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 - Specialized - Can You Catch 'Em All?'s hours?
YMCA of Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA - Specialized - Can You Catch 'Em All? 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 - Specialized - Can You Catch 'Em All??
YMCA of Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA - Specialized - Can You Catch 'Em All? 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 - Specialized - Can You Catch 'Em All? provide lunch?
YMCA of Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA - Specialized - Can You Catch 'Em All? 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 - Specialized - Can You Catch 'Em All? compare to other stem camps in San Jose?
YMCA of Silicon Valley - East Valley Family YMCA - Specialized - Can You Catch 'Em All? is one of 14 stem 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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