YMCA of Silicon Valley Teen
YMCA of Silicon Valley offers diverse summer day camps for teens, focusing on leadership, adventure, and skill development across various locations.
▌ Editor's read The YMCA of Silicon Valley's summer day camps website loads successfully, detailing various programs for different age groups, including specific teen camps. While not individually ACA accredited, the YMCA is a nationally recognized non-profit organization. The website mentions that all staff and volunteers undergo background checks and fingerprinting, indicating a commitment to safety. Google reviews for 'YMCA of Silicon Valley' generally show a rating of around 4.0 to 4.5 stars across various locations, with many positive comments about staff engagement and program quality. The camps are day programs, offering activities like leadership development, outdoor adventures, and skill-building. Social media handles found are @ymcasiliconvalley on Instagram and YMCASiliconValley on Facebook, showcasing camp activities and community involvement.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 12–15
YMCA of Silicon Valley Teen 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 specialty 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: Specialty
- Ages: 12–15
- Hours: Not mentioned
- Address: 1635 Belleville Way, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
- Cost notes: USD. Member rate: $379/week.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about YMCA of Silicon Valley Teen
- What ages does YMCA of Silicon Valley Teen accept?
- YMCA of Silicon Valley Teen is open to children ages 12–15. 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 Teen cost?
- YMCA of Silicon Valley Teen publishes $348/week for the standard session. USD. Member rate: $379/week. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are YMCA of Silicon Valley Teen's hours?
- YMCA of Silicon Valley Teen 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 Teen?
- YMCA of Silicon Valley Teen 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 Teen provide lunch?
- YMCA of Silicon Valley Teen 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.
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