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YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Counselors In Training Interest Request

Ambler YMCA

The Ambler YMCA offers a summer day camp for children aged 5-15, focusing on personal growth, skill development, and community engagement.

▌ Editor's read The Ambler YMCA's summer day camp website loads successfully, detailing programs for campers aged 5-15, including a Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program for 13-15 year olds. The camp is part of the YMCA of Greater Philadelphia, a non-profit organization. While specific ACA accreditation for the Ambler location wasn't found, the YMCA as a whole often adheres to high standards. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in CPR, First Aid, and child abuse prevention. Google reviews for the Ambler YMCA generally show a positive sentiment, with an average rating of 4.4 stars from over 1,000 reviews, often praising the facilities and staff. The camp offers a variety of activities, including swimming, arts and crafts, and sports, with a focus on character development. Social media handles for the YMCA of Greater Philadelphia are @philaymca on Instagram and 'philaymca' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 14–15

YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Counselors In Training Interest Request serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in specialty, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

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: Specialty
  • Ages: 14–15
  • Hours: 7:00am-6:00pm
  • Address: 1325 McKean Rd, Ambler, PA 19002
  • Cost notes: USD.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Counselors In Training Interest Request

What ages does YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Counselors In Training Interest Request accept?
YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Counselors In Training Interest Request is open to children ages 14–15. 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.
What are YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Counselors In Training Interest Request's hours?
YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Counselors In Training Interest Request runs 7:00am-6:00pm. 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 Philadelphia Counselors In Training Interest Request?
YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Counselors In Training Interest Request 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 Philadelphia Counselors In Training Interest Request provide lunch?
YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Counselors In Training Interest Request 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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