YMCA of Metropolitan Denver Summer Day Camp
Offers traditional day camps, adventure camps, basketball camps, and culinary camps across the Denver metro area.
▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Denver YMCA's Summer Day Camp page, which includes information about their 'Adventure Camp' among other offerings. The Denver YMCA is ACA accredited, with their accreditation status confirmed on the ACA website as active until 2025. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in CPR, First Aid, and child abuse prevention. The camp is a day camp program, part of the larger YMCA non-profit organization. Social media handles for Instagram (@denverymca) and Facebook (DenverYMCA) are easily found on the main YMCA website. The camp offers various themed weeks, including outdoor adventures and STEM activities, catering to different age groups.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 5–15
YMCA of Metropolitan Denver Summer Day Camp 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 adventure 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
- Yes
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Adventure
- Ages: 5–15
- Address: 2545 E. Evans Ave, Denver, CO 80210
- Phone: 720-524-2700
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $320/week for non-members. $270/week for members. Prices may be different for 4-day camp weeks.
↗ What parents like
- Multiple locations available
- Financial assistance offered
↘ Watch for
- Registration link is broken
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about YMCA of Metropolitan Denver Summer Day Camp
- What ages does YMCA of Metropolitan Denver Summer Day Camp accept?
- YMCA of Metropolitan Denver Summer Day Camp is open to children ages 5–15. 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 Metropolitan Denver Summer Day Camp cost?
- YMCA of Metropolitan Denver Summer Day Camp publishes $320/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is YMCA of Metropolitan Denver Summer Day Camp accredited?
- Yes — YMCA of Metropolitan Denver Summer Day Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
- Who runs YMCA of Metropolitan Denver Summer Day Camp?
- YMCA of Metropolitan Denver Summer Day Camp 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 Metropolitan Denver Summer Day Camp provide lunch?
- YMCA of Metropolitan Denver Summer Day Camp 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.
- Does YMCA of Metropolitan Denver Summer Day Camp offer extended care?
- Yes — YMCA of Metropolitan Denver Summer Day Camp offers extended care alongside the main program day. Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
- How does YMCA of Metropolitan Denver Summer Day Camp compare to other adventure camps in Denver?
- YMCA of Metropolitan Denver Summer Day Camp is one of 5 adventure camps in Denver 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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