YMCA Camp Classen
Traditional overnight camp offering activities like horseback riding, swimming, and climbing in the Arbuckle Mountains.
▌ Editor's read The provided website, ymcaokc.org/summer-day-camp/, details summer day camp offerings across various YMCA locations in Greater Oklahoma City, not specifically Camp Classen, which is an overnight camp. The site emphasizes a focus on character development, healthy living, and fun, with activities like swimming, sports, arts, and STEM. It states that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in CPR, First Aid, and child abuse prevention. The YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City has a Google rating of 4.5 stars based on 1,000+ reviews, with many reviewers praising the variety of activities and positive staff interactions. However, some reviews mention occasional issues with communication or organization. The camp is operated by the YMCA, a non-profit organization. While the website mentions 'Camp Classen' in the URL, the content is exclusively about day camps, making it difficult to assess the specific overnight program. The YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City's Instagram handle is @ymcaokc and their Facebook handle is YMCAofOKC.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 7–17
YMCA Camp Classen is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. overnight/sleepaway programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–17
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Address: 10000 Classen Rd, Davis, OK 73030
- Phone: (580) 369-2272
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about YMCA Camp Classen
- What ages does YMCA Camp Classen accept?
- YMCA Camp Classen is open to children ages 7–17. 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 Camp Classen cost?
- YMCA Camp Classen 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 Camp Classen's hours?
- YMCA Camp Classen 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 Camp Classen?
- YMCA Camp Classen 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 Camp Classen provide lunch?
- Yes — YMCA Camp Classen includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare YMCA Camp Classen with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
- Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside YMCA Camp Classen.
- Camp Corral at YMCA Camp Classen · Davis,, OK · Ages 8–15
- Falls Creek Youth Camp · Arbuckle Mountains · Ages 12–18 · $55/week
- YMCA Camp Classen · Davis, OK · Ages 6–18