YMCA of Silicon Valley Specialized Sports
YMCA of Silicon Valley offers specialized sports day camps at various locations, including Hoover Middle School, focusing on skill development and fun for ch...
▌ Editor's read The YMCA of Silicon Valley's website loads successfully, detailing various summer day camps, including specialized sports options. While the specific 'Specialized Sports' camp at Hoover Middle School isn't individually listed with reviews, the YMCA of Silicon Valley generally holds a Google rating of 4.1 stars based on 1,000+ reviews for its main San Jose location, with themes often praising program variety and staff engagement. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in CPR, First Aid, and child abuse prevention. The YMCA is a non-profit organization. The camp is a day camp program. Social media handles found on the site are @ymcasv for Instagram and YMCASV for Facebook. No specific ACA accreditation was found for 'YMCA of Silicon Valley Specialized Sports' nor a state license number for this specific program, though the YMCA as an organization often operates under broader licensing or exemptions.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 6–11
YMCA of Silicon Valley Specialized 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
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Sports
- Ages: 6–11
- Hours: Not mentioned
- Address: 1635 Park Ave, San Jose, CA 95126
- Cost notes: USD. Member rate: $978/week.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about YMCA of Silicon Valley Specialized Sports
- What ages does YMCA of Silicon Valley Specialized Sports accept?
- YMCA of Silicon Valley Specialized Sports is open to children ages 6–11. 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 Specialized Sports cost?
- YMCA of Silicon Valley Specialized Sports publishes $899/week for the standard session. That sits 110% above the $428 median for sports camps in San Jose — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. USD. Member rate: $978/week. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are YMCA of Silicon Valley Specialized Sports's hours?
- YMCA of Silicon Valley Specialized Sports runs Not mentioned. 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 Specialized Sports?
- YMCA of Silicon Valley Specialized 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 Silicon Valley Specialized Sports provide lunch?
- YMCA of Silicon Valley Specialized 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 Silicon Valley Specialized Sports compare to other sports camps in San Jose?
- YMCA of Silicon Valley Specialized Sports is one of 11 sports 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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