YMCA of Honolulu - Summer Y Teen Programs
The YMCA of Honolulu offers summer Y Teen Programs focused on leadership development, community service, and recreational activities for teens in Hawaii.
▌ Editor's read The YMCA of Honolulu's website, ymcahonolulu.org, loads successfully and details various programs, including summer Y Teen Programs. While not specifically accredited by the ACA, the YMCA is a recognized non-profit organization. The website mentions that all staff and volunteers undergo background checks. Google reviews for 'YMCA of Honolulu' show a strong average rating of 4.6 stars from over 1,000 reviews, with many positive comments about staff and program quality. The Y Teen Programs focus on leadership, community service, and recreational activities, indicating a well-rounded day program for adolescents. Social media handles found on the site are @ymcahonolulu for Instagram and YMCAofHonolulu for Facebook.
Who thrives here Ages 11–17
YMCA of Honolulu - Summer Y Teen Programs serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in traditional day camp, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.
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: 11–17
- Address: 1441 Pali Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96813
- Phone: (808) 531-3511
- Cost notes: Free for teens, thanks to generous donors. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about YMCA of Honolulu - Summer Y Teen Programs
- What ages does YMCA of Honolulu - Summer Y Teen Programs accept?
- YMCA of Honolulu - Summer Y Teen Programs is open to children ages 11–17. 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 Honolulu - Summer Y Teen Programs cost?
- YMCA of Honolulu - Summer Y Teen Programs doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Free for teens, thanks to generous donors. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- Who runs YMCA of Honolulu - Summer Y Teen Programs?
- YMCA of Honolulu - Summer Y Teen Programs 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 Honolulu - Summer Y Teen Programs provide lunch?
- YMCA of Honolulu - Summer Y Teen Programs 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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