YMCA Traditional Camp - Space Explorers
YMCA Traditional Camp - Space Explorers offers a day camp experience in Taylorsville, Utah, focusing on space-themed activities for children.
▌ Editor's read The YMCA Traditional Camp - Space Explorers website loads successfully and provides details for a day camp program in Taylorsville, Utah. The camp is operated by the YMCA of Northern Utah, a non-profit organization. While the specific camp is not individually accredited by the ACA, the YMCA as a larger entity often adheres to high standards. The website mentions that all staff are background checked and trained in CPR and First Aid, indicating a commitment to safety. The program is a day camp, running from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with weekly themes like 'Space Explorers' and activities including swimming, arts and crafts, and outdoor games. Google reviews for 'YMCA of Northern Utah' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 108 reviews, with many positive comments about staff and program quality. Social media handles for the 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 - Space Explorers 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 - Space Explorers
- What ages does YMCA Traditional Camp - Space Explorers accept?
- YMCA Traditional Camp - Space Explorers 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 - Space Explorers cost?
- YMCA Traditional Camp - Space Explorers 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 - Space Explorers's hours?
- YMCA Traditional Camp - Space Explorers 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 - Space Explorers?
- YMCA Traditional Camp - Space Explorers 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 - Space Explorers provide lunch?
- YMCA Traditional Camp - Space Explorers 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 - Space Explorers compare to other traditional day camp camps in Taylorsville?
- YMCA Traditional Camp - Space Explorers 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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