Camp · Arts · Ages 6–12 · $455/week
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▌ Arts · Ages 6–12

YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Artrageous Camp

Wissahickon Middle School · $455/week

The YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Artrageous Camp offers a creative day camp experience for children focusing on various art forms, located at the Ambler YMCA.

▌ Editor's read The YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Artrageous Camp is a day camp located at the Ambler YMCA, focusing on arts and crafts for children. The website loads successfully and provides details about the camp, including weekly themes and activities. The YMCA of Greater Philadelphia has a Google review rating of 4.3 stars based on 1,100 reviews for its main organization. While the specific Artrageous Camp is not individually accredited by the ACA, the YMCA organization is a well-known non-profit. The website states that all staff are background checked and receive extensive training, including CPR and First Aid. The camp is offered by the YMCA, indicating a non-profit ownership structure. Social media handles for the broader YMCA of Greater Philadelphia are @philaymca on Instagram and 'philaymca' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Artrageous 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 arts program.

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: Arts
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Hours: 7:00am-6:00pm
  • Address: 500 Houston Rd, Ambler, PA 19002
  • Cost notes: USD. Member rate: $375/week.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Artrageous Camp

What ages does YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Artrageous Camp accept?
YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Artrageous Camp is open to children ages 6–12. 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 Artrageous Camp cost?
YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Artrageous Camp publishes $455/week for the standard session. USD. Member rate: $375/week. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Artrageous Camp's hours?
YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Artrageous Camp 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 Artrageous Camp?
YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Artrageous 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 of Greater Philadelphia Artrageous Camp provide lunch?
YMCA of Greater Philadelphia Artrageous 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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