Monroe County YMCA - HTC Center
Long Live Summer
We can't wait to welcome your child to enjoy summer as it should be: fun, action-packed, and most of all, safe! At Summer Day Camp, safety is our first priority and we are committed to following the guidelines set forth by our local health officials. Click here to view more information on the safety precautions we will have for camp.
Check out our weekly camp grid below to register or learn more.
Camps We Offer:
We offer 11 weeks of camp from June 1 to August 13 for ages 3 - 17. Camp hours are 9 am - 4 pm and sports camp hours are 9 am-12 pm.
In addition, we offer Fun Club, the Y's Before & After Camp Care, which is available as an add-on to traditional and preschool camps at an additional fee. Fun Club allows campers to arrive as early as 6:30 am and/or stay as late as 6:00 pm. Fun Club is available for campers ages 3 - 12.
Camp locations are listed in grid below.
Offered throughout the entire summer, these camps are designed for a wide variety of conventional interests that include arts & crafts, group games, nature exploration, swimming, field trips and more. Camps are themed weekly. Most camp activities are held outdoors with indoor activities provided based on the day and theme. Day campers are divided into groups by the grade level they are entering in the fall.
Registrations must be completed by the Wednesday prior to the camp start date for the week. Registrations made after this date will acquire a $10 late fee.
Arts & Humanities: Ages 6-12
Our arts & humanities camps encourage personal expression and the freedom to create, and provide new experiences for kids. Creativity abounds at the Y.
Registrations must be completed by the Wednesday prior to the camp start date for the week. Registrations made after this date will acquire a $10 late fee.
Outdoor Camps: Ages 6-12
Our outdoor camps seek adventures that can be found and explored in nearby parks, outdoor fun and natural resource areas.
Registrations must be completed by the Wednesday prior to the camp start date for the week. Registrations made after this date will acquire a $10 late fee.
Tween and Teen Camps: Ages 14-16
These camps are designed for our older campers and focus on areas of interest such as cooking, various field trips and adventure.
Registrations must be completed by the Wednesday prior to the camp start date for the week. Registrations made after this date will acquire a $10 late fee.
Sports Camps: Ages 6-15
In our half-day camps, campers spend their time 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.
Registrations must be completed by the Wednesday prior to the camp start date for the week. Registrations made after this date will acquire a $10 late fee.
Our trained counselors guide campers through crafts, weekly swimming, outdoor play, games, and other fun activities.
Registrations must be completed by the Wednesday prior to the camp start date for the week. Registrations made after this date will acquire a $10 late fee.
2021 Summer Day Camp Schedule
Click on a camp to learn more and to register online!
*Camp not eligible for special pricing discount.
Traditional/ |
Special |
Sports |
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Week 1 • June 1-4 | ||
Traditional Ages 5-12 9 am-4 pm Monroe YMCA Preschool Ages 3-5 9 am-4 pm Monroe YMCA |
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Week 2 • June 7-11 | ||
Traditional |
Gardening |
Baseball |
Week 3 • June 14-18 | ||
Traditional |
Drama Ages 6-12 9 am-4 pm Faith Church |
Cheer |
Week 4 • June 21-25 | ||
Traditional |
Block Construction Ages 6-12 9 am-4 pm Faith Church |
Flag Football Ages 6-12 9 am-12 pm Monroe YMCA Sports Conditioning Ages 12-15 9 am-12 pm Monroe YMCA |
Week 5 • June 28 - July 2 | ||
Traditional Ages 5-12 9 am-4 pm Monroe YMCA Preschool Ages 3-5 9 am-4 pm Monroe YMCA |
Community Helpers Ages 6-12 9 am-4 pm Faith Church |
Basketball |
Week 6 • July 5-9 | ||
Traditional Ages 5-12 9 am-4 pm Monroe YMCA Preschool Ages 3-5 9 am-4 pm Monroe YMCA |
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Week 7 • July 12-16 | ||
Traditional |
Cooking Ages 6-12 9 am-4 pm First Baptist Church |
Volleyball Ages 6-12 9 am-12 pm Monroe YMCA |
Week 8 • July 19-23 | ||
Traditional |
Art Ages 6-12 9 am-4 pm Bethany UMC |
Soccer |
Week 9 • July 26-30 | ||
Traditional Ages 5-12 9 am-4 pm Monroe YMCA Preschool Ages 3-5 9 am-4 pm Monroe YMCA |
Wizards Ages 6-12 9 am-4 pm Columbia Public Library |
Volleyball (Advanced) |
Week 10 • August 2-6 | ||
Traditional Ages 5-12 9 am-4 pm Monroe YMCA Preschool Ages 3-5 9 am-4 pm Monroe YMCA |
Venturing into Business Ages 13-17 9 am-4 pm 11 South |
Basketball (Advanced) |
Week 11 • August 9-13 | ||
Traditional Ages 5-12 9 am-4 pm Monroe YMCA Preschool Ages 3-5 9 am-4 pm Monroe YMCA |
To withdraw your child from the day camp program, please provide written notice to the Camp Registrar at least one week prior to the last day of attendance. Weekly deposit(s) are nonrefundable and nontransferable. Re-admittance will be based upon space availability.
Camp Lakewood - Our Overnight Camp!
Take the adventure to the next level with our Camp Lakewood overnight camp. With a 360-acre lake and more than 5,000 acres of forest-covered hills, caves, creeks and more, there are many opportunities for natural exploration. Whether it's the campfires, swimming, archery, zip lining, sports, canoeing, cookouts, fishing, inflatable water park and kayaking, every camper delights in waking up with a renewed sense of excitement as to what new activities each day at camp will bring. Y members receive discounts.
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