What ages does YMCA of South Florida Summer Camp accept?

YMCA of South Florida Summer 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 South Florida Summer Camp cost?

YMCA of South Florida Summer Camp doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.

Who runs YMCA of South Florida Summer Camp?

YMCA of South Florida Summer 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 South Florida Summer Camp provide lunch?

YMCA of South Florida Summer 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.

How does YMCA of South Florida Summer Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Miami?

YMCA of South Florida Summer Camp is one of 7 traditional day camp camps in Miami 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.

▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–15

YMCA of South Florida Summer Camp

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The YMCA of South Florida offers traditional day camps across multiple locations, focusing on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility th...

▌ Editor's read The YMCA of South Florida Summer Camp website loads successfully and provides information on various day camp programs across multiple locations. The organization is a nonprofit, and the website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in CPR, First Aid, and child abuse prevention. While specific Google review ratings for 'YMCA of South Florida Summer Camp' are difficult to aggregate due to multiple locations, individual YMCA branches in South Florida generally have positive Google reviews, often above 4.0 stars, with comments frequently praising staff engagement and program variety. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited in the ACA directory. The program type is day camp, offering activities like swimming, sports, arts, and educational components. Social media handles found on the site are @ymcasouthflorida for Instagram and YMCASouthFlorida for Facebook.

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Who thrives here Ages 5–15

YMCA of South Florida Summer 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 traditional day camp 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: Not verified
Established: Not listed
Operator: Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Traditional Day Camp
Ages: 5–15
Address: 8920 SW 56th St, Miami, FL 33165
Phone: (305) 595-9622
Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA of South Florida Summer Camp

What ages does YMCA of South Florida Summer Camp accept?: YMCA of South Florida Summer 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 South Florida Summer Camp cost?: YMCA of South Florida Summer Camp doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
Who runs YMCA of South Florida Summer Camp?: YMCA of South Florida Summer 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 South Florida Summer Camp provide lunch?: YMCA of South Florida Summer 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.
How does YMCA of South Florida Summer Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Miami?: YMCA of South Florida Summer Camp is one of 7 traditional day camp camps in Miami 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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