Island of Hawaii YMCA - 2026 Summer Break Day Camp
The Island of Hawaii YMCA offers a summer day camp for children aged 5-12, focusing on fun, friendship, and personal growth through various activities.
▌ Editor's read The Island of Hawaii YMCA offers a 2026 Summer Break Day Camp for children aged 5-12, providing a safe and engaging environment for summer activities. The camp is a day program, running from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM, and includes activities like arts and crafts, sports, games, and field trips. The YMCA is a nonprofit organization, and their website mentions that all staff and volunteers undergo background checks, indicating a commitment to safety. While not ACA accredited, the YMCA brand generally implies a standard of care. Google reviews for the 'Island of Hawaii YMCA' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 103 reviews, with many parents praising the staff and variety of activities. The camp's Instagram handle is @islandofhawaiiymca and their Facebook handle is IslandofHawaiiYMCA, where they share updates and photos.
Who thrives here Ages 6–13
Island of Hawaii YMCA - 2026 Summer Break 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 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
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 6–13
- Hours: 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Address: 300 W Lanikaula St, Hilo, HI 96720, USA
- Cost notes: Early Bird #1 +$1,750.00, Early Bird #2 +$1,850.00, Session #1 +$1,000.00, Session #2 +$1,250.00, Specific Day +$75.00
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Island of Hawaii YMCA - 2026 Summer Break Day Camp
- What ages does Island of Hawaii YMCA - 2026 Summer Break Day Camp accept?
- Island of Hawaii YMCA - 2026 Summer Break Day Camp is open to children ages 6–13. 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 Island of Hawaii YMCA - 2026 Summer Break Day Camp cost?
- Island of Hawaii YMCA - 2026 Summer Break Day Camp publishes $300/week for the standard session. Early Bird #1 +$1,750.00, Early Bird #2 +$1,850.00, Session #1 +$1,000.00, Session #2 +$1,250.00, Specific Day +$75.00 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Island of Hawaii YMCA - 2026 Summer Break Day Camp's hours?
- Island of Hawaii YMCA - 2026 Summer Break Day Camp runs 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Island of Hawaii YMCA - 2026 Summer Break Day Camp?
- Island of Hawaii YMCA - 2026 Summer Break 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 Island of Hawaii YMCA - 2026 Summer Break Day Camp provide lunch?
- Island of Hawaii YMCA - 2026 Summer Break 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.
Planning guides
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