Variety Camp (Brampton YMCA)
Variety Camp at Brampton YMCA offers diverse activities for children aged 4-12, focusing on skill development, social connection, and fun within a supportive...
▌ Editor's read The provided website, ymcagta.org/summerdaycamp, loads successfully and details the summer day camp offerings for the YMCA of Greater Toronto, including the Brampton location. The camp is operated by the YMCA, a non-profit organization. While specific licensing information for the Brampton YMCA camp is not readily available on the site, the YMCA generally adheres to high standards. The website states that all staff undergo a thorough screening process, including police reference checks, and are certified in First Aid and CPR. The program type is clearly day camp, with options for children aged 4-12. Google reviews for 'Brampton YMCA' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 1,000+ reviews, indicating general satisfaction with the facility. The camp's Instagram handle is @ymcagta and Facebook handle is YMCAGTA. The site emphasizes a focus on skill development, social connection, and fun.
Who thrives here Ages 9–13
Variety Camp (Brampton YMCA) sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right specialty fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 9–13
- Hours: 09:00:00 - 16:00:00
- Address: 20 Union St, Brampton, ON L6V 1R2, Canada
- Phone: (905) 451-9622
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Variety Camp (Brampton YMCA)
- What ages does Variety Camp (Brampton YMCA) accept?
- Variety Camp (Brampton YMCA) is open to children ages 9–13. 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 Variety Camp (Brampton YMCA) cost?
- Variety Camp (Brampton YMCA) publishes $300/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Variety Camp (Brampton YMCA)'s hours?
- Variety Camp (Brampton YMCA) runs 09:00:00 - 16:00:00. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Variety Camp (Brampton YMCA)?
- Variety Camp (Brampton YMCA) 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 Variety Camp (Brampton YMCA) provide lunch?
- Variety Camp (Brampton YMCA) 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.
Planning guides
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