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YMCA of Greater Seattle - Meredith Mathews East Madison Y - Junior Lifeguard Camp

Meredith Mathews East Madison Y

Junior Lifeguard Camp at Meredith Mathews East Madison Y teaches water safety, rescue skills, and leadership in a pool

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, leading to the YMCA of Greater Seattle's day camp page for the Central region, which includes the Meredith Mathews East Madison Y. The Junior Lifeguard Camp is specifically for ages 11-15 and focuses on water safety, CPR, First Aid, and leadership skills, serving as an introduction to lifeguarding. The YMCA of Greater Seattle is a nonprofit 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 undergo background checks and receive training in child abuse prevention, first aid, and CPR. Google reviews for the 'Meredith Mathews East Madison YMCA' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 144 reviews, with many positive comments about the facilities and programs. Social media handles found are @seattleymca on Instagram and SeattleYMCA on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 10–14

YMCA of Greater Seattle - Meredith Mathews East Madison Y - Junior Lifeguard Camp is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. specialty programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

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: 10–14
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 1720 23rd Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
  • Phone: 206-382-5010
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: YMCA member/non-member pricing. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA of Greater Seattle - Meredith Mathews East Madison Y - Junior Lifeguard Camp

What ages does YMCA of Greater Seattle - Meredith Mathews East Madison Y - Junior Lifeguard Camp accept?
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Meredith Mathews East Madison Y - Junior Lifeguard Camp is open to children ages 10–14. 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 of Greater Seattle - Meredith Mathews East Madison Y - Junior Lifeguard Camp cost?
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Meredith Mathews East Madison Y - Junior Lifeguard Camp doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. YMCA member/non-member pricing. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are YMCA of Greater Seattle - Meredith Mathews East Madison Y - Junior Lifeguard Camp's hours?
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Meredith Mathews East Madison Y - Junior Lifeguard 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 YMCA of Greater Seattle - Meredith Mathews East Madison Y - Junior Lifeguard Camp?
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Meredith Mathews East Madison Y - Junior Lifeguard 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 YMCA of Greater Seattle - Meredith Mathews East Madison Y - Junior Lifeguard Camp provide lunch?
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Meredith Mathews East Madison Y - Junior Lifeguard 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 YMCA of Greater Seattle - Meredith Mathews East Madison Y - Junior Lifeguard Camp compare to other specialty camps in Seattle?
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Meredith Mathews East Madison Y - Junior Lifeguard Camp is one of 31 specialty camps in Seattle 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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