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YMCA Day Camp - Blue Ash - Space & Beyond

Blue Ash · $350/week

The YMCA Day Camp at Blue Ash offers a 'Space & Beyond' themed program for children to explore, learn, and grow in a safe and engaging environment.

▌ Editor's read The YMCA Day Camp - Blue Ash - Space & Beyond is a day camp program offered by the YMCA of Greater Cincinnati. The website (myy.org/programs/camp/day-camp/) loads successfully and provides detailed information about their day camp offerings, including themed weeks like 'Space & Beyond'. The YMCA is a known non-profit organization. The site mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in child abuse prevention. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not explicitly listed, the YMCA generally adheres to industry standards. Google reviews for 'YMCA of Greater Cincinnati' show a rating of 4.3 stars from over 1,000 reviews, indicating a generally positive public perception. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Social media handles found are @ymcacincinnati on Instagram and YMCAofGreaterCincinnati on Facebook, both active.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

YMCA Day Camp - Blue Ash - Space & Beyond 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 - 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 - Space & Beyond

What ages does YMCA Day Camp - Blue Ash - Space & Beyond accept?
YMCA Day Camp - Blue Ash - Space & Beyond 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 - Space & Beyond cost?
YMCA Day Camp - Blue Ash - Space & Beyond 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 - Space & Beyond's hours?
YMCA Day Camp - Blue Ash - Space & Beyond 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 - Space & Beyond?
YMCA Day Camp - Blue Ash - Space & Beyond 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 - Space & Beyond provide lunch?
YMCA Day Camp - Blue Ash - Space & Beyond 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 Day Camp - Blue Ash - Space & Beyond compare to other traditional day camp camps in Cincinnati?
YMCA Day Camp - Blue Ash - Space & Beyond is one of 5 traditional day camp camps in Cincinnati 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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