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▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–12

Summer Day Camp

YMCA of Southern West Virginia · $100/week

The YMCA of Southern West Virginia offers a Summer Day Camp in Beckley for children aged 5-12, focusing on fun, learning, and physical activity in a safe env...

▌ Editor's read The YMCA of Southern West Virginia's Summer Day Camp operates in Beckley, WV, for children aged 5-12, offering weekly themes and activities like swimming, sports, and arts & crafts. The website states that all staff are CPR/First Aid certified and undergo background checks, emphasizing a commitment to safety. The camp is run by the YMCA, a non-profit organization. While the specific camp is not listed in the ACA directory, the YMCA generally adheres to high standards. Google reviews for the YMCA of Southern West Virginia show a rating of 4.5 stars from 165 reviews, with many positive comments about the facilities and programs, including summer camps. The program is a day camp, running from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and offers a variety of activities to keep children engaged throughout the summer.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

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

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Address: 103 B St, Beckley, WV 25801, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. Financial aid is available through Mountain Heart.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Summer Day Camp

What ages does Summer Day Camp accept?
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 Summer Day Camp cost?
Summer Day Camp publishes $100/week for the standard session. USD. Financial aid is available through Mountain Heart. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Summer Day Camp's hours?
Summer Day Camp runs 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Summer Day Camp?
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 Summer Day Camp provide lunch?
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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