YMCA Traditional Camp - Maker Mania
YMCA Traditional Camp - Maker Mania offers a day camp experience in Taylorsville, Utah, focusing on creative projects and traditional camp activities for chi...
▌ Editor's read The YMCA Traditional Camp - Maker Mania website loads as a real camp site, providing information about their summer day camp program in Taylorsville, Utah. The camp is operated by the YMCA of Northern Utah, a non-profit organization. While specific ACA accreditation for this particular camp was not found, the YMCA generally adheres to high standards. The website states that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in CPR, First Aid, and child abuse prevention, indicating a commitment to safety. The program is a day camp, offering activities like arts and crafts, sports, and swimming. Google reviews for the YMCA of Northern Utah generally show a positive rating, often around 4.5 stars, with comments frequently praising the staff and variety of activities. Social media handles for the broader YMCA of Northern Utah are @ymcaofnorthernutah on Instagram and YMCAofNorthernUtah on Facebook.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
YMCA Traditional Camp - Maker Mania 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
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 5–12
- Hours: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Address: 4223 S Atherton Dr, Taylorsville, UT 84123, USA
- Cost notes: Financial aid available.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about YMCA Traditional Camp - Maker Mania
- What ages does YMCA Traditional Camp - Maker Mania accept?
- YMCA Traditional Camp - Maker Mania 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 Traditional Camp - Maker Mania cost?
- YMCA Traditional Camp - Maker Mania publishes $285/week for the standard session. Financial aid available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are YMCA Traditional Camp - Maker Mania's hours?
- YMCA Traditional Camp - Maker Mania runs 7:30 AM - 6:00 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 Traditional Camp - Maker Mania?
- YMCA Traditional Camp - Maker Mania 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 Traditional Camp - Maker Mania provide lunch?
- YMCA Traditional Camp - Maker Mania 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 Traditional Camp - Maker Mania compare to other traditional day camp camps in Taylorsville?
- YMCA Traditional Camp - Maker Mania is one of 9 traditional day camp camps in Taylorsville 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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