YMCA Summer Day Camp - Brooks Family YMCA
The Brooks Family YMCA Summer Day Camp in Jacksonville, FL, offers traditional day camp activities focused on youth development, healthy living, and social r...
▌ Editor's read The YMCA Summer Day Camp at the Brooks Family YMCA in Jacksonville, FL, operates as a traditional day camp, part of the larger First Coast YMCA network. The website (fcymca.org/programs/camp/summer-day-camp/) loads successfully and provides details on their summer camp offerings, emphasizing youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. While specific ACA accreditation for this particular branch's camp is not listed on the website or found in the ACA directory, the YMCA is a reputable non-profit organization. The site states that 'All YMCA staff and volunteers are subject to extensive background checks,' indicating a commitment to safety. Google reviews for 'Brooks Family YMCA' show a rating of 4.4 stars from 293 reviews, with many positive comments about the facilities and programs. The camp offers a variety of activities including swimming, sports, arts and crafts, and field trips. Social media handles found are @firstcoastymca on Instagram and 'FirstCoastYMCA' on Facebook, representing the broader First Coast YMCA association.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
YMCA Summer Day Camp - Brooks Family YMCA 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 traditional day camp 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: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 5–12
- Hours: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Address: 10423 Centurion Pkwy N, Jacksonville, FL 32256, USA
- Cost notes: USD. Members: $210/week, Non-Members: $250/week.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about YMCA Summer Day Camp - Brooks Family YMCA
- What ages does YMCA Summer Day Camp - Brooks Family YMCA accept?
- YMCA Summer Day Camp - Brooks Family YMCA is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Summer Day Camp - Brooks Family YMCA cost?
- YMCA Summer Day Camp - Brooks Family YMCA publishes $250/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are YMCA Summer Day Camp - Brooks Family YMCA's hours?
- YMCA Summer Day Camp - Brooks Family YMCA runs 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs YMCA Summer Day Camp - Brooks Family YMCA?
- YMCA Summer Day Camp - Brooks Family YMCA 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 Summer Day Camp - Brooks Family YMCA provide lunch?
- YMCA Summer Day Camp - Brooks Family YMCA 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 Summer Day Camp - Brooks Family YMCA compare to other traditional day camp camps in Jacksonville?
- YMCA Summer Day Camp - Brooks Family YMCA is one of 19 traditional day camp camps in Jacksonville 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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