YMCA Valley of the Sun Summer Day Camp
YMCA Valley of the Sun Summer Day Camp offers a variety of themed weekly day camp experiences for children in the East Valley, focusing on fun, friendship, a...
▌ Editor's read The YMCA Valley of the Sun Summer Day Camp website loads successfully and details a day camp program for children at the Ross Farnsworth - East Valley Family YMCA. The camp is operated by the YMCA, a known nonprofit organization. While the specific camp location is not listed on the ACA directory, the YMCA website states that all staff undergo background checks and are CPR/First Aid certified. The program offers weekly themed sessions, such as 'Superheroes Unite' and 'Mad Scientist,' with activities including swimming, sports, arts and crafts, and field trips. Google reviews for 'Ross Farnsworth - East Valley Family YMCA' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 309 reviews, with parents generally praising the facility and staff, though some mention occasional issues with communication or specific program aspects. The camp's social media handles are @valleyymca on Instagram and valleyymca on Facebook.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
YMCA Valley of the Sun Summer 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
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 5–12
- Hours: 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Address: 1807 S Sunview, Mesa, AZ 85206
- Cost notes: USD. Member rate: $230/week.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about YMCA Valley of the Sun Summer Day Camp
- What ages does YMCA Valley of the Sun Summer Day Camp accept?
- YMCA Valley of the Sun Summer 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 YMCA Valley of the Sun Summer Day Camp cost?
- YMCA Valley of the Sun Summer Day Camp publishes $300/week for the standard session. USD. Member rate: $230/week. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are YMCA Valley of the Sun Summer Day Camp's hours?
- YMCA Valley of the Sun Summer Day Camp runs 6:30 AM - 6:30 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 Valley of the Sun Summer Day Camp?
- YMCA Valley of the Sun Summer 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 YMCA Valley of the Sun Summer Day Camp provide lunch?
- YMCA Valley of the Sun Summer 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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