What ages does YMCA Camp Grady Spruce Counselor In Training (CIT) accept?

YMCA Camp Grady Spruce Counselor In Training (CIT) is open to children ages 15–17. 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 Grady Spruce Counselor In Training (CIT) cost?

YMCA Camp Grady Spruce Counselor In Training (CIT) doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD, not specified Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.

Who runs YMCA Camp Grady Spruce Counselor In Training (CIT)?

YMCA Camp Grady Spruce Counselor In Training (CIT) 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 Grady Spruce Counselor In Training (CIT) provide lunch?

Yes — YMCA Camp Grady Spruce Counselor In Training (CIT) 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.

▌ Specialty · Ages 15–17

YMCA Camp Grady Spruce Counselor In Training (CIT)

Camp Grady Spruce, Graford, TX

A leadership development program for teens at YMCA Camp Grady Spruce, focusing on counseling skills and camp operations.

▌ Editor's read The Gratton Leadership Program is a Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program offered by YMCA Camp Grady Spruce, designed for teens aged 15-17. The program focuses on developing leadership skills, teamwork, and responsibility through hands-on experience in a camp setting. Participants learn about camp operations, assist counselors, and gain valuable experience working with younger campers. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks, ensuring a commitment to safety. The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas, which operates the camp, is a non-profit organization. While the specific Gratton Leadership Program doesn't have independent Google reviews, YMCA Camp Grady Spruce has a strong Google rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews, with many praising the positive environment and staff. The camp's Instagram handle is @ymcadallas and Facebook handle is YMCADallas. The program is an overnight experience.

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

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Who thrives here Ages 15–17

YMCA Camp Grady Spruce Counselor In Training (CIT) 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: Overnight 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: 15–17
Hours: 24-hour residential
Address: 3000 Park Rd 36, Graford, TX 76449
Phone: 214-319-9922
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: USD, not specified

Logistics

Lunch provided: Yes
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about YMCA Camp Grady Spruce Counselor In Training (CIT)

What ages does YMCA Camp Grady Spruce Counselor In Training (CIT) accept?: YMCA Camp Grady Spruce Counselor In Training (CIT) is open to children ages 15–17. 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 Grady Spruce Counselor In Training (CIT) cost?: YMCA Camp Grady Spruce Counselor In Training (CIT) doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD, not specified Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are YMCA Camp Grady Spruce Counselor In Training (CIT)'s hours?: YMCA Camp Grady Spruce Counselor In Training (CIT) runs 24-hour residential. 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 Grady Spruce Counselor In Training (CIT)?: YMCA Camp Grady Spruce Counselor In Training (CIT) 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 Grady Spruce Counselor In Training (CIT) provide lunch?: Yes — YMCA Camp Grady Spruce Counselor In Training (CIT) 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.

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