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YMCA Day Camp - Blue Ash - Art Explosion

Blue Ash · $350/week

The YMCA Day Camp in Blue Ash offers a variety of themed day camps, including Art Explosion, focusing on creative expression and traditional camp activities.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the YMCA of Greater Cincinnati's Day Camp page, which details various camp locations and themes, including the Blue Ash branch and its Art Explosion camp. The YMCA of Greater Cincinnati has a Google rating of 4.6 stars based on 1,000+ reviews, with many positive comments about staff and program variety. While the specific Blue Ash Art Explosion camp isn't individually accredited by the ACA, the YMCA organization generally adheres to high standards. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in child abuse prevention. The camp is a day program, and the YMCA is a well-established nonprofit organization. Social media handles for the YMCA of Greater Cincinnati are @ymcacincinnati on Instagram and YMCAofGreaterCincinnati on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

YMCA Day Camp - Blue Ash - Art Explosion 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 arts program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Arts
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Address: 5000 YMCA Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45242, USA
  • Cost notes: Member Price: $250/week, Regular Price: $350/week.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA Day Camp - Blue Ash - Art Explosion

What ages does YMCA Day Camp - Blue Ash - Art Explosion accept?
YMCA Day Camp - Blue Ash - Art Explosion 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 Day Camp - Blue Ash - Art Explosion cost?
YMCA Day Camp - Blue Ash - Art Explosion publishes $350/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are YMCA Day Camp - Blue Ash - Art Explosion's hours?
YMCA Day Camp - Blue Ash - Art Explosion runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 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 Day Camp - Blue Ash - Art Explosion?
YMCA Day Camp - Blue Ash - Art Explosion 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 Day Camp - Blue Ash - Art Explosion provide lunch?
YMCA Day Camp - Blue Ash - Art Explosion 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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