Camp · Outdoors/Nature · Ages 8–12 · $570/week
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YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Adventure

Ambler YMCA · $570/week

The Ambler YMCA Summer Day Camp offers a variety of themed weeks and activities for children aged 5-15, focusing on outdoor adventure, skill development, and...

▌ Editor's read The YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Ambler Summer Day Camp website loads successfully and provides detailed information about their programs. It is a day camp for children aged 5-15, offering themed weeks, swimming, sports, arts & crafts, and STEM activities. The camp is operated by the YMCA, a known non-profit organization. The website states that all staff undergo background checks, receive extensive training, and are certified in CPR and First Aid. While the specific Ambler branch's Google reviews are not readily available, the YMCA of Greater Philadelphia generally holds a strong reputation. The camp emphasizes character development and provides a safe, inclusive environment. No ACA accreditation information was found for this specific camp on the ACA website.
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Who thrives here Ages 8–12

YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Adventure 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 outdoors/nature 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

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Details

  • Category: Outdoors/Nature
  • Ages: 8–12
  • Hours: 7:00am-6:00pm
  • Address: 1325 McKean Rd, Ambler, PA 19002
  • Cost notes: USD. Member rate: $510/week.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Adventure

What ages does YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Adventure accept?
YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Adventure is open to children ages 8–12. 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 of Greater Philadelphia Adventure cost?
YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Adventure publishes $570/week for the standard session. USD. Member rate: $510/week. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Adventure's hours?
YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Adventure runs 7:00am-6:00pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Adventure?
YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Adventure 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 of Greater Philadelphia Adventure provide lunch?
YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Adventure 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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