Camp · Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–14 · $158/week
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▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–14

YMCA of Greater Austin - Half-Day Y Summer Camp at Springs Family Y

Springs Family Y · $158/week

Half-day summer camp at Springs Family Y, providing a variety of activities for children.

▌ Editor's read The YMCA of Greater Austin's website loads successfully and provides information on their summer day camps, including half-day options at the Springs Family Y. The organization is a nonprofit and mentions that all staff undergo background checks. While the specific Springs Family Y camp isn't individually rated, the YMCA of Greater Austin generally has a strong reputation, with Google reviews for the main organization averaging 4.5 stars from over 1,000 reviews, often praising the variety of programs and community focus. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited. The website details various camp activities and themes, emphasizing character development and healthy living. Financial assistance is available, making programs accessible to a wider range of families.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–14

YMCA of Greater Austin - Half-Day Y Summer Camp at Springs Family Y 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 traditional day camp 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: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–14
  • Hours: AM: 8:30am-12:30pm, PM: 1:00pm-5:00pm
  • Address: 27216 Ranch Rd 12, Dripping Springs, TX 78620, USA
  • Phone: 512-236-9622
  • Cost notes: Y Member: $145/week, Guest: $170/week

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA of Greater Austin - Half-Day Y Summer Camp at Springs Family Y

What ages does YMCA of Greater Austin - Half-Day Y Summer Camp at Springs Family Y accept?
YMCA of Greater Austin - Half-Day Y Summer Camp at Springs Family Y is open to children ages 5–14. 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 Austin - Half-Day Y Summer Camp at Springs Family Y cost?
YMCA of Greater Austin - Half-Day Y Summer Camp at Springs Family Y publishes $158/week for the standard session. Y Member: $145/week, Guest: $170/week Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are YMCA of Greater Austin - Half-Day Y Summer Camp at Springs Family Y's hours?
YMCA of Greater Austin - Half-Day Y Summer Camp at Springs Family Y runs AM: 8:30am-12:30pm, PM: 1:00pm-5:00pm. 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 Austin - Half-Day Y Summer Camp at Springs Family Y?
YMCA of Greater Austin - Half-Day Y Summer Camp at Springs Family Y 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 Austin - Half-Day Y Summer Camp at Springs Family Y provide lunch?
YMCA of Greater Austin - Half-Day Y Summer Camp at Springs Family Y 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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