Camp · Traditional Day Camp · Ages 4–13 · $195/week
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▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 4–13

YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Belle Chasse YMCA Summer Camp

Belle Chasse YMCA · $195/week

Traditional day camp offering a variety of activities including swimming, sports, and arts for youth.

▌ Editor's read The YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Belle Chasse YMCA Summer Camp website loads successfully, detailing a traditional day camp program for ages 4-13. The camp operates weekly sessions with varying themes, such as 'Superheroes' and 'Mad Scientist Week,' and includes activities like swimming, sports, and arts & crafts. The site mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in CPR, First Aid, and child abuse prevention. The YMCA of Greater New Orleans has a 4.1-star rating from 1,000+ Google reviews, with many positive comments about their programs and facilities. The camp is run by a nonprofit organization, the YMCA of Greater New Orleans. While the website does not explicitly state ACA accreditation for this specific camp, it is a well-established organization. Social media handles for the YMCA of Greater New Orleans are @ymcaneworleans on Instagram and YMCANewOrleans on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 4–13

YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Belle Chasse YMCA 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

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 4–13
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 8101 Highway 23, Belle Chasse, LA 70037
  • Phone: (504) 392-7151
  • Cost notes: $175/week (members), $215/week (non-members)

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Belle Chasse YMCA Summer Camp

What ages does YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Belle Chasse YMCA Summer Camp accept?
YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Belle Chasse YMCA Summer Camp is open to children ages 4–13. 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 YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Belle Chasse YMCA Summer Camp cost?
YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Belle Chasse YMCA Summer Camp publishes $195/week for the standard session. $175/week (members), $215/week (non-members) Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Belle Chasse YMCA Summer Camp's hours?
YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Belle Chasse YMCA Summer Camp 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 Greater New Orleans - Belle Chasse YMCA Summer Camp?
YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Belle Chasse YMCA 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 Greater New Orleans - Belle Chasse YMCA Summer Camp provide lunch?
YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Belle Chasse YMCA 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.

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