Camp · Traditional Day Camp · Ages 4–13 · $195/week
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YMCA of Greater New Orleans - East Jefferson YMCA Summer Camp

East Jefferson 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 - East Jefferson YMCA Summer Camp is a day camp for children aged 5-13, offering a blend of traditional camp activities. The website states that campers will participate in swimming, sports, arts & crafts, and field trips, all while focusing on the YMCA's core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. The camp explicitly mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in CPR, First Aid, and child abuse prevention. While not ACA accredited, the YMCA is a well-established non-profit organization. Google reviews for the East Jefferson YMCA facility show a rating of 4.3 stars from 277 reviews, with many positive comments about the staff and facilities. The camp offers financial assistance to ensure accessibility for all families. Social media handles are @ymcaneworleans on Instagram and ymcaneworleans on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 4–13

YMCA of Greater New Orleans - East Jefferson 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: 6691 Riverside Dr, Metairie, LA 70003
  • Phone: (504) 888-9622
  • Cost notes: $180/week (members), $210/week (non-members)

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA of Greater New Orleans - East Jefferson YMCA Summer Camp

What ages does YMCA of Greater New Orleans - East Jefferson YMCA Summer Camp accept?
YMCA of Greater New Orleans - East Jefferson 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 - East Jefferson YMCA Summer Camp cost?
YMCA of Greater New Orleans - East Jefferson YMCA Summer Camp publishes $195/week for the standard session. $180/week (members), $210/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 - East Jefferson YMCA Summer Camp's hours?
YMCA of Greater New Orleans - East Jefferson 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 - East Jefferson YMCA Summer Camp?
YMCA of Greater New Orleans - East Jefferson 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 - East Jefferson YMCA Summer Camp provide lunch?
YMCA of Greater New Orleans - East Jefferson 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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