YMCA Buehler YMCA Traditional Summer Camp
The Buehler YMCA Traditional Summer Camp offers a classic day camp experience for children, focusing on outdoor activities, games, and social development wit...
▌ Editor's read The YMCA Chicago website loads successfully, detailing various camp options, including traditional day camps. While the specific 'Buehler YMCA Traditional Summer Camp' is part of the larger YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, the website does not list individual ACA accreditation for each branch's camp program, resulting in a 'U' status. The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is a non-profit organization. The website states that 'All YMCA staff and volunteers undergo thorough background checks and receive extensive training,' indicating a commitment to safety. The program type is clearly day camp. Google reviews for 'Buehler YMCA' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 208 reviews, with general themes praising the facilities and programs. Social media handles found on the main YMCA Chicago website are @ymcachicago for Instagram and YMCAChicago for Facebook.
Who thrives here Ages 5–10
YMCA Buehler YMCA Traditional Summer Camp 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: 5–10
- Hours: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Address: 1400 W Roosevelt Rd, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- Cost notes: USD. $360/week community rate. Y Family Membership discount available. Camp not in session June 19 (Juneteenth) and July 3 (Independence Day).
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about YMCA Buehler YMCA Traditional Summer Camp
- What ages does YMCA Buehler YMCA Traditional Summer Camp accept?
- YMCA Buehler YMCA Traditional Summer Camp is open to children ages 5–10. 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 Buehler YMCA Traditional Summer Camp cost?
- YMCA Buehler YMCA Traditional Summer Camp publishes $360/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are YMCA Buehler YMCA Traditional Summer Camp's hours?
- YMCA Buehler YMCA Traditional Summer Camp 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 Buehler YMCA Traditional Summer Camp?
- YMCA Buehler YMCA Traditional 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 Buehler YMCA Traditional Summer Camp provide lunch?
- YMCA Buehler YMCA Traditional 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 Buehler YMCA Traditional Summer Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Chicago?
- YMCA Buehler YMCA Traditional Summer Camp is one of 22 traditional day camp camps in Chicago 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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