What ages does Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program accept?

Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program is open to children ages 15–16. 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 Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program cost?

Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program publishes $1,438/week for the standard session. Tiered pricing available. Cost for LEAD Session 3 (2 Weeks): (Tier 1): $2875.0 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Is Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program accredited?

Yes — Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1922 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.

Does Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program provide lunch?

Yes — Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

How does Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Lakeville?

Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program is one of 15 overnight/sleepaway camps in Lakeville 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.

▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 15–16

Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program

Lakeville · $1,438/week · ★ 4.6 (119 reviews)

Leadership Experience and Development (LEAD) program for teens focusing on leadership skills and community service.

▌ Editor's read YMCA Camp Sloane, which includes Camp Belknap, is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, as indicated by the ACA search tool. The camp has a long history, operating since 1922, as stated on their 'About Us' page. They explicitly mention conducting background checks for all staff members on their 'Staff' page. A staff-to-camper ratio of 1:5 is provided for their overnight programs. The camp's social media presence includes active Instagram (@campsloane) and Facebook (@campsloane) accounts. While the specific owner type for YMCA Camp Sloane is not explicitly stated as 'non-profit' on the provided URL, YMCA organizations are generally non-profit.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 1041922+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 15–16

Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in overnight/sleepaway, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Overnight camp
ACA accredited: Yes
Established: 104 (1922 years)
Operator: Not listed
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

How we verify these →

Details

Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
Ages: 15–16
Address: 124 Indian Mountain Rd, Lakeville, CT 06039
Phone: (860) 435-0050
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: Tiered pricing available. Cost for LEAD Session 3 (2 Weeks): (Tier 1): $2875.0

4 sessions (0 one-week, 4 multi-week blocks), from Jun 28 to Aug 22.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

Session 1 Jun 28 – Jul 11, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,875
Session 2 Jul 12 – 25, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,875
Session 3 Jul 26 – Aug 8, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,875
Session 4 Aug 9 – 22, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,875

↗ What parents like

Focus on leadership skills
Community service opportunities
Free lifeguard certification course

↘ Watch for

For teens only
Two-week minimum session

Logistics

Lunch provided: Yes
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program

What ages does Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program accept?: Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program is open to children ages 15–16. 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 Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program cost?: Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program publishes $1,438/week for the standard session. Tiered pricing available. Cost for LEAD Session 3 (2 Weeks): (Tier 1): $2875.0 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program accredited?: Yes — Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1922 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Does Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program provide lunch?: Yes — Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Lakeville?: Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program is one of 15 overnight/sleepaway camps in Lakeville 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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