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Sampson Family YMCA Summer Day Camp

CAMP STRONG HEART - Sampson Family YMCA

Traditional day camp at the Sampson Family YMCA offering a variety of activities for children.

▌ Editor's read The website for Camp Strong Heart at the Sampson Family YMCA loads successfully and provides information about their summer day camp programs. The YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh, which runs the camp, is a well-established nonprofit organization. The camp is a day camp, offering activities like swimming, sports, arts and crafts, and field trips. The website states that all staff undergo background checks and are certified in CPR and First Aid. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not listed, the YMCA emphasizes safety and quality programming. Google reviews for the 'Sampson Family YMCA' show a rating of 4.3 stars based on 159 reviews, with many positive comments about the facilities and programs. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Sampson Family YMCA Summer Day 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: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 1100 Washington Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15228
  • Phone: 412-221-4574
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Sampson Family YMCA Summer Day Camp

What ages does Sampson Family YMCA Summer Day Camp accept?
Sampson Family YMCA Summer Day Camp 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 Sampson Family YMCA Summer Day Camp cost?
Sampson Family YMCA Summer Day Camp 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 Sampson Family YMCA Summer Day Camp's hours?
Sampson Family YMCA Summer Day 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 Sampson Family YMCA Summer Day Camp?
Sampson Family YMCA Summer Day 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 Sampson Family YMCA Summer Day Camp provide lunch?
Sampson Family YMCA Summer Day 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.
How does Sampson Family YMCA Summer Day Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Pittsburgh?
Sampson Family YMCA Summer Day Camp is one of 17 traditional day camp camps in Pittsburgh 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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