YMCA Field Sports Camp (JR)
The YMCA Field Sports Camp (JR) in Southwestern New Brunswick offers a day camp experience focused on various field sports for junior participants.
▌ Editor's read The provided website, swnb.ymca.ca, loads successfully and is the official site for the YMCA of Southwestern New Brunswick. The YMCA is a non-profit organization. While specific details for 'YMCA Field Sports Camp (JR)' are not immediately prominent on the main page, the site generally outlines day camp programs. The YMCA of Southwestern New Brunswick has a Google review rating of 4.3 stars from 186 reviews, indicating a generally positive public perception. The website explicitly states that all staff and volunteers undergo criminal record checks and vulnerable sector checks, and adhere to a code of conduct, demonstrating a commitment to child safety. The camp appears to be a day camp program. No ACA accreditation information was found, which is typical for Canadian camps as ACA is a US-based accreditation body. Social media handles found are @ymcaswnb for Instagram and YMCASWNB for Facebook.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 6–9
YMCA Field Sports Camp (JR) 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 sports 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: Sports
- Ages: 6–9
- Address: 651 Westmorland Road, Saint John, NB E2J 2H3, Canada
- Phone: (506) 634-4922
- Cost notes: CAD
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about YMCA Field Sports Camp (JR)
- What ages does YMCA Field Sports Camp (JR) accept?
- YMCA Field Sports Camp (JR) is open to children ages 6–9. 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 Field Sports Camp (JR) cost?
- YMCA Field Sports Camp (JR) publishes $232/week for the standard session. CAD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Who runs YMCA Field Sports Camp (JR)?
- YMCA Field Sports Camp (JR) 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 Field Sports Camp (JR) provide lunch?
- YMCA Field Sports Camp (JR) 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 Field Sports Camp (JR) compare to other sports camps in Saint John?
- YMCA Field Sports Camp (JR) is one of 10 sports camps in Saint John 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare YMCA Field Sports Camp (JR) with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Sports summer camps guide · Check coaching style, intensity, safety, and logistics.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside YMCA Field Sports Camp (JR).
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- YMCA Multi-sport Camp (JR) · Irving Oil Field House · Ages 6–9 · $180/week
- YMCA What's the Racquet Camp (JR) · Irving Oil Field House · Ages 6–9 · $232/week
- YMCA Soccer & Track Camp (JR) · Irving Oil Field House · Ages 6–9 · $232/week
- YMCA Ball Hockey & Lacrosse Camp (SR) · Irving Oil Field House · Ages 10–12 · $232/week
- YMCA Soccer & Track Camp (SR) · Irving Oil Field House · Ages 10–12 · $232/week