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YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Buras YMCA Youth Camp

Buras YMCA

The Buras YMCA Youth Camp offers a traditional day camp experience for children aged 4-14, focusing on activities like swimming, sports, and arts and crafts.

▌ Editor's read The YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Buras YMCA Youth Camp website loads successfully and provides information on their summer day camp program for ages 4-14. The camp is run by the YMCA, a well-known nonprofit organization. The website states that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in CPR, First Aid, and child abuse prevention. The program includes a variety of activities such as swimming, sports, arts and crafts, and field trips. Google reviews for 'YMCA of Greater New Orleans' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 163 reviews, with many positive comments about the facilities and programs. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. The website does not provide specific staff-to-camper ratios or state licensing information.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Buras YMCA Youth 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: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 37472 LA-23, Buras, LA 70041
  • Phone: (504) 561-9622
  • 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 Greater New Orleans - Buras YMCA Youth Camp

What ages does YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Buras YMCA Youth Camp accept?
YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Buras YMCA Youth Camp is open to children ages 5–12. 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 - Buras YMCA Youth Camp cost?
YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Buras YMCA Youth 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.
What are YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Buras YMCA Youth Camp's hours?
YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Buras YMCA Youth 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 - Buras YMCA Youth Camp?
YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Buras YMCA Youth 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 - Buras YMCA Youth Camp provide lunch?
YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Buras YMCA Youth 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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