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Richmond YMCA Day Camp

Richmond YMCA Day Camp · $240/week

The Richmond YMCA Day Camp offers a variety of themed day camp experiences for children in the Greater Victoria area, focusing on fun, learning, and physical...

▌ Editor's read The Richmond YMCA Day Camp website (gv.ymca.ca/day-camps) loads successfully and provides detailed information about their day camp programs. The camp is operated by the Greater Victoria YMCA, a non-profit organization. While specific Google reviews for 'Richmond YMCA Day Camp' were not readily available, the Greater Victoria YMCA has a Google rating of 4.3 stars from 1,000+ reviews. The website explicitly states that all staff undergo criminal record checks and receive training in child protection, first aid, and CPR. The program type is clearly day camp, offering various themes like 'Superheroes' and 'Mad Scientists.' The camp is not listed in the ACA directory, as it is located in Canada. Social media handles found are @gv.ymca on Instagram and GreaterVictoriaYMCA on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Richmond YMCA 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 - 4:00 PM
  • Address: 7560 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC V6Y 1R9, Canada
  • Cost notes: CAD. Member discounts available. Financial assistance available.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Richmond YMCA Day Camp

What ages does Richmond YMCA Day Camp accept?
Richmond YMCA 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 Richmond YMCA Day Camp cost?
Richmond YMCA Day Camp publishes $240/week for the standard session. CAD. Member discounts available. Financial assistance available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Richmond YMCA Day Camp's hours?
Richmond YMCA Day Camp runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Richmond YMCA Day Camp?
Richmond YMCA 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 Richmond YMCA Day Camp provide lunch?
Richmond YMCA 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.

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