JUMP INTO YMCA TEEN SUMMER CAMP 2023!
We're excited for the teen camps we're offering during our 2023 Summer Day Camp experience!
Teen camps offer age-appropriate activities focused on a particular interest, learning, and progressive opportunity. Teens will be with campers their own age in a stimulating environment. Get ready for days filled with friends, fun, and field trips!
Check out our Frequently Asked Questions below:
How do I find which sessions I have already registered for?
We've put together a quick tutorial on how to find what you've already registered for.
What is your cancellation policy?
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.
What is the Counselor In Training (CIT) program and how do I apply?
Is your teen interested in a unique opportunity to build leadership skills? Our Counselor in Training (CIT) program offers hands-on experience assisting our team of camp counselors with our younger campers. CITs help create a fun and positive experience while they gain skills that can be used at school, home, and in the community. CIT program participants can range between the ages of 13-17 (ages vary by branch).
CIT families will need to complete this application and submit by (Date TBD.) Once application is submitted, the Camp Director for your selected branch will contact you and schedule a time for your interview and screening to finalize the selection process. *Please note that not everyone interviewed will be selected for the program.*
2023 Teen Summer Day Camp Schedule
Click on a camp to learn more and to register online!
| June 5-9 | |||
Photography Ages 10-15 (Kirkwood YMCA) |
Weird Science Ages 8-15 (Chesterfield YMCA) |
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| June 12-16 | |||
| Pin & Create Ages 8-15 (Chesterfield YMCA) |
Waterpark Hop |
Amusement Park Hop Ages 10-14 (Edward Jones YMCA) |
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| June 19-23 | |||
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Jr. Lifeguard |
Active Tweens Ages 10-14 (Edward Jones YMCA) |
Under the Spotlight Ages 8-14 (Chesterfield YMCA) |
Baker's Dozen Ages 8-14 (Chesterfield YMCA) |
| June 26-30 | |||
| Theater 101 Ages 8-14 (Chesterfield YMCA) |
Gone Fishing Ages 8-14 (Chesterfield YMCA) |
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| July 3-7 | |||
| Artrageous Ages 8-14 (Chesterfield YMCA) |
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| July 10-14 | |||
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Waterpark Hop |
Show Me St. Louie Ages 10-15 (Kirkwood YMCA) |
Exploring Your Next Step Ages 13-17 (Emerson YMCA) |
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| July 17-21 | |||
Designing Your Next Step Ages 13-17 (Emerson YMCA) |
Act It Out Ages 8-14 (Chesterfield YMCA) |
Young Explorers Ages 8-14 (Chesterfield YMCA) |
Extreme Rangers Ages 11-15 (South City YMCA) |
| July 24-28 | |||
| Act It Out Ages 8-14 (Chesterfield YMCA) |
Gone Fishing Ages 8-14 (Chesterfield YMCA) |
Y Chef |
All Around the Lou |
| Building Your Next Step Ages 13-17 (Emerson YMCA) |
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| July 31 - August 4 | |||
Taking Your Next Step Ages 13-17 (Emerson YMCA) |
Waterpark Hop Ages 8-14 (Chesterfield YMCA) |
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YMCA Camp Lakewood
At YMCA Camp Lakewood, the Y's overnight camp in Potosi, MO, kids ages 6-17 get to discover all the wonders of the outdoors while making friends and forming memories that will last a lifetime. With a 360-acre lake and more than 5,000 acres of forest-covered hills, caves, and creeks, there are many opportunities for natural exploration. Whether it's the campfires, swimming, archery, sports, canoeing, cookouts, fishing, or kayaking, every camper delights in waking up with a renewed sense of excitement for what new activities each day at camp will bring. In addition to traditional camp, Camp Lakewood offers equestrian, wilderness/ranger, and teen camps, as well as leadership programs. Pricing is tier-based with special discounts for Y members.
Where Work is Play
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.