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YMCA of Central Florida - J. Douglas Williams YMCA - Jr. Lifeguard

Lake Mary

The J. Douglas Williams YMCA offers a Jr. Lifeguard camp for middle schoolers, focusing on water safety, rescue skills, and leadership development within a Y...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads to the YMCA of Central Florida's camp page, specifically highlighting middle school camps at various family centers, including the J. Douglas Williams YMCA. While the specific Jr. Lifeguard camp details are not directly on this landing page, the site indicates a variety of themed camps for middle schoolers. The YMCA of Central Florida is a nonprofit organization. The website mentions that all staff are background checked and trained in CPR, First Aid, and AED. Google reviews for 'J. Douglas Williams YMCA' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 233 reviews, with many positive comments about staff and facilities. The program is a day camp, and while specific staff-to-camper ratios are not listed, the YMCA generally adheres to safety standards. No ACA accreditation was found for this specific camp or the J. Douglas Williams YMCA, though the YMCA as a national organization often has accredited programs.
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Who thrives here Ages 11–14

YMCA of Central Florida - J. Douglas Williams YMCA - Jr. Lifeguard is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. aquatic programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Aquatic
  • Ages: 11–14
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 665 Longwood Lake Mary Rd, Lake Mary, FL 32746, USA
  • Cost notes: YMCA member/non-member pricing 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about YMCA of Central Florida - J. Douglas Williams YMCA - Jr. Lifeguard

What ages does YMCA of Central Florida - J. Douglas Williams YMCA - Jr. Lifeguard accept?
YMCA of Central Florida - J. Douglas Williams YMCA - Jr. Lifeguard is open to children ages 11–14. 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 Central Florida - J. Douglas Williams YMCA - Jr. Lifeguard cost?
YMCA of Central Florida - J. Douglas Williams YMCA - Jr. Lifeguard doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. YMCA member/non-member pricing 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are YMCA of Central Florida - J. Douglas Williams YMCA - Jr. Lifeguard's hours?
YMCA of Central Florida - J. Douglas Williams YMCA - Jr. Lifeguard runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 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 of Central Florida - J. Douglas Williams YMCA - Jr. Lifeguard?
YMCA of Central Florida - J. Douglas Williams YMCA - Jr. Lifeguard 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 Central Florida - J. Douglas Williams YMCA - Jr. Lifeguard provide lunch?
YMCA of Central Florida - J. Douglas Williams YMCA - Jr. Lifeguard 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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