KIRKWOOD YMCA
Summer Starts With Us:
Where Every Day is Packed with Fun and Discovery!
Join us for 12 weeks of fun at the Kirkwood YMCA's Summer Day Camp, running from May 28 - August 16. Our age-specific adventures, for kids ages 5-13, include daily activities from 9 am-4 pm, Monday through Friday - swimming, games, nature exploration, arts and crafts, plus more! Add before and after camp care to extend your child's camp hours.
Registration Opens December 26: Sign up early to secure your child’s spot in YMCA Summer Day Camp 2024!
Traditional Summer Day Camp (Ages 5-13)
Offered throughout the entire summer, Traditional Summer Day Camps are designed for a wide variety of conventional interests that may include arts & crafts, group games, nature exploration, swimming, field trips and more.
Camps are themed weekly and most camp activities are held outdoors with indoor activities provided based on the day and theme. Day campers are divided into groups by grade level or age.
Fun Club Before & After Camp Care (Ages 5-13)
Fun Club Before & After Camp Care is available as an add-on to all camps at an additional fee. Fun Club allows campers to arrive as early as 7 am and/or stay as late as 6 pm. Fun Club is available for campers ages 5-13.
Special Interest Camps: Sports, Aquatics & More (Ages 5-13)
Special Interest Summer Day Camps are designed to offer activities focused on a particular interest while incorporating overall traditional Y camp principles. Camp size may be smaller and may be offered either indoors or outdoors based on the specific interest.
From 9 am-noon, campers participate in their special interest camp. From noon-4 pm, campers participate in traditional camp activities.
Registration Opens December 26
2024 YMCA SPECIAL INTEREST SUMMER CAMPS:
Aquatics Camps
Aquatic camps are designed for swimmers of all levels. Your child will become comfortable in the water, increase swimming skills, practice water safety and start refining their skills while making friends and having fun!
In our Water Park Hop camps, kids get to explore different water parks throughout the St. Louis area. The day may include some traditional activities before or after going to the waterparks. Campers are expected to be strong swimmers and able to pass a swim test.
Arts & Humanities Camps
Creativity abounds at the Y! Our arts & humanities camps encourage personal expression and the freedom to create and provide new experiences for kids.
Camps include Arts & Crafts, Animal Instincts, Artful Antics, Hair Nails & Glitter, Chef Masters, Young Chefs, Secret Agents, and Wacky Wizards.
Sports Camps
Campers spend their day immersed in a specific sport learning fundamental skills and then applying those skills in a game setting. The focus is on introducing and/or improving skills for each sport with emphasis on individual skill development, teamwork, and building self-confidence in an environment that encourages having fun and making friends.
Camps include Soccer, Pickleball, Basketball, Baseball & Softball, Sports Mayhem, Backyard Sports, Sports of All Sorts, and Kickball.
Teens Camps (Ages 10-15)
Teen Camps are designed for our older campers and focus on areas of interest such as cooking, various field trips, and adventure.
Gymnastics Camps (Ages 5-13)
Gymnastics Camps are all-things gymnastics for beginners or more experienced gymnasts. We focus on skills and discipline while never losing sight of fun!
Counselor-in-Training (Ages 14-17)
The Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program at the Kirkwood YMCA offers teens ages 14-17 the opportunity to gain practical experience working with campers while cultivating essential skills and knowledge. The program's primary goal is to empower teens with leadership abilities that extend to their school, home, and community life.
Families interested in the CIT program should submit their applications by April 12, 2024. Once an application is received, our Camp Director will contact the applicant to arrange an interview and screening, finalizing the selection process. It's important to note that due to limited space, not all interviewed applicants will be selected.
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Program Requirements:
Time Period: Minimum of 4 Weeks
Hours: 8:45 am-4 pm
Fee: $45 per week
Participants exceeding 4 weeks will not be charged for weeks 5 and beyond.
Questions: Click here to email Cal Snare, Summer Day Camp Director
Camp for All: Inclusion Support Services
Welcome to Inclusion & Adaptive Support Services! Whether you're a returning or first-time Summer Day Camp participant, fostering a supportive and enriching environment for children with diverse abilities is the primary focus of inclusive and adaptive programs. The Gateway Region YMCA provides trained staff and accessible spaces to help ensure camp opportunities for every child. When you register online for Summer Day Camp, indicate any needs your child may have and the branch will email you more information and the required forms.
Key Points to Note:
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Registrations are processed based on the order of receipt at the branch and subsequently by the organization's Inclusion & Adaptive Support Services department.
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To avoid delay in the registration process, fully complete and provide all requested documents.
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Please allow at least two weeks for processing, especially during peak Summer Day Camp enrollment times.
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Your child's start date depends on the staffing and capacity situation at the branch, regardless of their support needs.
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We ensure information is securely handled per HIPAA guidelines.
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Additional information may be requested.
The Gateway Region YMCA is committed to serving individuals without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected factor. Our goal is to provide inclusive opportunities for all community members in our programs. While we make every effort to accommodate, there may be situations where a child's needs exceed the scope of our recreational, non-therapeutic programs.
Accessible Financial Assistance & Ways to Give
At the Y, we stand by the belief that everyone should have the chance to be part of the Y, irrespective of their financial means. To make this possible, we offer financial assistance to those who qualify, supported by generous contributions to our Annual Campaign. Access the application here. We encourage you to apply early to allow processing time. Following processing, we communicate the approved amount to applicants, which is then applied to their accounts.
Financial Assistance Application
Give every child the gift of Y Summer Camp. Make a meaningful difference in a child's life with your tax-deductible donation.
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Parent Handbook & How to Contact Us
Welcome to the world of YMCA Summer Day Camp, where each day promises a new adventure! We are devoted to creating unforgettable camping experiences, and we have designed our Camp Parent Handbook to be a helpful guide for you.
Camp Parent Handbook 2023
Camp Parent Handbook 2024 coming soon.
How to Contact Us:
Cal Snare, Kirkwood YMCA Youth & Family Director
325 N Taylor Ave, Kirkwood, MO 63122
314-965-9622
Kirkwood YMCA 2024 Summer Day Camp Schedule
Helpful hint: The schedule is best viewed from a mobile device when it is horizontal.
Traditional |
Arts & Humanities |
Aquatics |
Sports |
Teens | Gymnastics |
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May 28-31, 9am - 4pm | |||||
Traditional |
Arts & Crafts |
Water Fun Ages 5-13 |
Sports Mayhem |
Gymnastics Ages 5-13 |
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June 3-7, 9am - 4pm | |||||
Traditional Ages 5-13 |
Animal Instincts |
Water Fun Ages 5-13 |
Soccer |
Gymnastics Ages 5-13 |
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June 10-14, 9am - 4pm | |||||
Traditional Ages 5-13 |
Artful Antics Hair, Nails & Glitter |
Water Fun Ages 5-13 |
Pickleball |
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June 17-21, 9am - 4pm | |||||
Traditional Ages 5-13 |
Chef Masters Ages 9-13 |
Water Park Hop Ages 8-13 |
Baseball & Softball |
Gym & Swim Ages 5-13 |
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June 24-28, 9am - 4pm | |||||
Traditional Ages 5-13 |
Secret Agent |
Aqua Kids |
Sports of |
Gymnastics Ages 5-13 |
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July 1-5, 9am - 4pm No camp on July 4th. Camp fees are prorated. |
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Traditional Ages 5-13 |
Arts & Crafts |
Aqua Kids Ages 5-13 |
Backyard Sports |
Photography Ages 10-15 |
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July 8-12, 9am - 4pm | |||||
Traditional Ages 5-13 |
Artful Antics Ages 5-13 |
Water Fun Ages 5-13 |
Soccer |
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Cheer & Gymnastics Ages 5-13 |
July 15-19, 9am - 4pm | |||||
Traditional Ages 5-13 |
Wacky Wizards Ages 5-13 |
Water Fun Ages 5-13 |
Pickleball |
All Around the Lou! Ages 10-15 |
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July 22-26, 9am - 4pm | |||||
Traditional Ages 5-13 |
Young Chefs |
Water Park Hop Ages 8-13 |
Sports Mayhem |
Gym & Swim Ages 5-13 |
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July 29-August 2, 9am - 4pm | |||||
Traditional Ages 5-13 |
Arts & Crafts |
Water Fun Ages 5-13 |
Kickball Ages 5-13 |
Gymnastics Ages 5-13 |
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August 5-9, 9am - 4pm | |||||
Traditional |
Basketball Ages 5-13 |
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August 12-16, 9am - 4pm | |||||
Traditional |
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Experience the YMCA Camp Lakewood Difference
The Ys overnight summer camp in Potosi, MO is an experience like no other. YMCA Camp Lakewood brings kids ages 6-17 from all walks of life together to try new things without judgement. With a sprawling 5,000-acre campus and a private 360-acre lake, Camp Lakewood becomes a summer sanctuary accommodating various interests, ranging from paddle-boarding to horseback riding to bonfires and more.
See for yourself how one summer at Camp Lakewood will leave you with memories and friends that last a lifetime.
Find Your Calling
If you have talent, knowledge, and passion for working with children - and you want to work in an organization where you will be rewarded with opportunities to serve, it’s time to learn more about what the Gateway Region YMCA has to offer. We offer a variety of excellent opportunities in Early Childhood Education, Y Club Before & After School Enrichment, and Summer Camp.
*Summer Day Camp Discount Terms & Conditions:
SAVE 10% on Traditional Summer Day Camp through January 31, 2024 with Promo Code CAMP2024 when registering online. The discount will then be reflected in your transaction. There is no limit to the number of Traditional Summer Day Camps you can register for and get the discount, however, it can only be used in a singular transaction per child. The discount can only be applied to Traditional Summer Day Camp.