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The Y's Summer Day Camp is one of the oldest and most trusted camping programs in the country. Our day camps provide fun, child-centered activities and opportunities for learning through discovery, and challenge children to grow in imagination, creativity, self-directed initiative and leadership.
Summer Day Camps offer enriching activities based on the weekly theme where friends are made through group games, sports & fitness, hands-on science activities, arts & crafts, and music!
If you need assistance with registration, program changes, cancellation, financial assistance/discounts, or billing please submit a ticket and our team will be happy to assist you! Otherwise you can contact us by calling (719) 329-7289 or emailing [email protected].
Information for summer day camp registration coming soon.Â
First Day of Camp: May 27th
Registration Paperwork Requests: May 1st
Tri-Lakes YMCA:
May 27th - August 8th
Briargate YMCA:
May 27th - August 8th
Peak City Church:
May 27th - August 8th
Downtown YMCA:
May 27th - August 8th
Westside Community Center:
May 27th - August 8th
Southeast YMCA:
May 27th - August 8th
Oak Creek Elementary:
May 27th - August 8th
Fountain YMCA:
May 27th - August 1st
Ages 5 - 15
Hours of operation 6:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Drop Off/Pre-Care Locations 6:30 - 9:00 a.m.
Camp Kickoff/Morning Snack 9:00 - 9:30 a.m.
Core Activities 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Lunch 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Swimming/Core Activity 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. (swim dependent on location)
Snack 3:30 - 3:45 p.m.
Pick Up/Post-Care Locations 3:45 - 6:00 p.m.
We encourage campers to be dropped off by 9:00 a.m. and picked up after 4:00 p.m. to ensure participation in all camp activities.
We divide campers into groups of 10-15. Groups will be determined by children’s ages.
Our staff attend 35 hours of on-site training as well as all trainings required by licensing and the YMCA. Each location has a designated Day Camp Director and 1-2 supporting Directors that are on-site managing camp operations each day.Â
For more information, please reach out to the point of contact listed under the camp of your choice. This point of contact is the Site Director that will be in charge of that camp this summer.
For any questions and registration information: 719.329.7289 - Submit a ticket at ppymca.ymcamso.org/new/
 or [email protected]
Otherwise, feel free to contact our Senior Program Directors, Caleb Glennon for any program related questions. Please contact Aylissa Lofton for any special circumstances or behavioral accommodations.Â
Member Rate: $259 per week
Nonmember Rate: $292 per week
Member Rate: $188 per week
Nonmember Rate: $221 per week
YMCA Camps are operated in accordance with all state and federal policies, which prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, age, disability, religion or national origin.
YMCA Camps are designed to provide accessibility for children with moderate visual, auditory, orthopedic, mental or emotional challenges.
Please discuss all situations with the camp director prior to registering.
E1-E6 will qualify for a 45% discount toward Summer Camp. This is for active duty, reserve, and national guard.
All military discounts or questions must be requested using our ticket system. You will be asked to verify your eligibility so please be prepared to submit your Military ID or other accepted forms. Submit ticket HERE
We understand that families have differing abilities to pay, we pride ourselves in working with and extending the opportunity to all children and families the chance to experience a YMCA Camp program.
Scholarships and financial assistance are available to families who qualify.
Please click the link below for CCAP to see if you are eligible for assistance through the State of CO.
CCAP/Scholarship Information:Â CCCAP information page
For more information or to apply for financial assistance please contact the Y Youth Development office at 719.329.7289 or ppymca.ymcamso.org/new
Click the link to the camp that you are interested in enrolling in. We use Daxko for registration and partner with outside service provider for registration forms and waivers.
All families will receive a link to complete the registration paperwork in outside service provider on April 1st. For any registration after this date, the link will be sent within 24 hours.
All paperwork needs to be 100% completed and filled out the Thursday prior to the first week of attendance.
Please have immunization documents ready. They will need to be uploaded before you can submit and share with the YMCA.
Camp Program Policies:
For any questions and registration information: 719.329.7289 - Submit a ticket HERE
or [email protected]Â
Otherwise, feel free to contact our Senior Program Directors, Caleb Glennon for any program related questions. Please contact Aylissa Lofton for any special circumstances or behavioral accommodations.Â
Address:Â 4025 Family Place, Colorado Springs, CO 80920
Dates:Â May 28 - Augtust 9
Hours:Â 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Pick Up/Drop Off Location:Â Will be located on the south side of the building. Please drive past the front entrance, turn left, and look for signs directing you to our drop off location.
Site Phone Number: 719.963.6480
Downtown YMCA
Address:Â 207 N Nevada Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Dates:Â Week 1: May 28-31, Week 2: June 3-7, Week 10: July 29-August 2, & Week 11: August 5-9
Pick Up/Drop Off Location:Â Drop-off will be located on the second floor of the Downtown YMCA in the small gym (the front desk can direct you).
Hours:Â 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Site Phone Number: 719.491.3248
Address:Â 1628 W. Bijou Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80904
Dates: May 28 - August 9
Hours:Â 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Pick Up/Drop Off Location:Â Located on the southside of the 1st building. Park along Bijou, follow signs to enter the double doors to check-in.
Site Phone Number: 719.210.3063
Address:Â 326 Alabama Ave, Fountain, CO 80817
Dates:Â May 28 - August 9
Hours:Â 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m
Pick Up/Drop Off Location:Â Please drive around to the parking lot on the west side of the building. Drop off is through the last door on this side with signs to direct you.
Site Phone Number: 719.310.5920
Address:Â 1710 Dublin Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Dates:Â May 28 - August 9
Hours:Â 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Pick Up/Drop Off Location:Â Pickup and drop off happens right at the front entrance. Walk through the double doors and take a right. There will be a table there for check in/out.
Site Phone Number: 719.210.7043
Address:Â 2190 Jet Wing Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80916
Dates:Â May 28 - August 9
Hours:Â 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Pick Up/Drop Off Location: Pickup and drop off take place in the Y Lab. Enter the building through the front doors and take a right through the doors into the computer area. It’s the first door on the right once you enter the building. There will be a table there for check in/out.
Site Phone Number: 719.460.1104
Address:Â 17250 Jackson Creek Pkwy, Monument, CO 80132
Dates:Â May 28 - August 9
Hours:Â 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Pick Up/Drop Off Location: Pickup and drop off occur on the north side of the building at the doors to the Young Life Gym. When facing the front of the building, it’s on the far right side of the building and slightly around the corner.
Site Phone Number: 719.310.5970
Address: 3333 Oak Creek Dr W, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Dates: May 27th - August 1st
Hours:Â 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Pick Up/Drop Off Location: TBD
Site Phone Number: 719.459.8728
EVERYTHING LABELED WITH CHILD’S NAME
Enhance your child’s Summer Day Camp experience with Youth Sports Camp add-ons. This is a great opportunity for campers to explore the basics or sharpen their skills in basketball, flag football, soccer, volleyball or lacrosse five days a week.
Registered Day Camp Participants only $50 per week
Registration available at your camp location only.
(Must be registered for the same week of day camp to participate.)
Monday - Friday
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
(Please make sure you have your camper dropped off before 8:45 a.m. so they make it to sports camp on time!)
Downtown YMCA
Briargate YMCA
Southeast YMCA
Tri-Lakes YMCA
Fountain YMCA
It’s the game everyone knows and loves, and now your child can throw, duck, and dodge for a full week! Camps will be divided into age groups so younger campers can learn the game while eliminating the fear of playing, while older campers can enjoy the game they’re familiar with.
Our traditional sports camps are a mix of skill development, sport specific skill games, and full sided games. Campers will learn the fundamental skills for the sport, making it perfect for new/beginning players of any age. Campers will have enjoy a mix of fun games related to the sport and then play in full games against similar age campers each day.
Grab your Nerf blaster, load it up, and get ready for a thrilling week of camp! We will warm up by honing in on our aim as we practice hitting targets, then we will work up to team games. Campers will work on teamwork as they play nerf games of tag, capture the flag, hide-and-seek and more. Bring your own Nerf Gun or use one of ours, this camp is sure to be a blast! Goggles and Nerf darts will be provided.
Our traditional sports camps are a mix of skill development, sport specific skill games, and full sided games. Campers will learn the fundamental skills for the sport, making it perfect for new/beginning players of any age. Campers will have enjoy a mix of fun games related to the sport and then play in full games against similar age campers each day.
Our traditional sports camps are a mix of skill development, sport specific skill games, and full sided games. Campers will learn the fundamental skills for the sport, making it perfect for new/beginning players of any age. Campers will have enjoy a mix of fun games related to the sport and then play in full games against similar age campers each day.
Grab your glove and hit the field for a week of baseball, whiffle ball, and kick ball with fun competitions in between! Aim for the fences with a home run derby and show off your speed with a race around the bases. Equipment is provided if needed.
Our traditional sports camps are a mix of skill development, sport specific skill games, and full sided games. Campers will learn the fundamental skills for the sport, making it perfect for new/beginning players of any age. Campers will have enjoy a mix of fun games related to the sport and then play in full games against similar age campers each day.
Perfect for beginners, campers learn to improve their tennis skills on-court, while creating lasting friendships and memories. Your child will learn the fundamentals of the game through drills, games, and friendly competition adapted to age and skill level while practicing sportsmanship in a safe and fun environment. Camp will take place in the gym of your local YMCA using pickle ball nets to teach the fundamentals of both sports.
Lace up your running shoes and take off with our track and field camp! Campers will work on stretching, sprinting, relays, jumping, and various field events. Make sure to bring lots of water for this outdoor camp.
All campers will be split into teams and participate in a weeklong series of athletic and fun events! Come prepared to lead your team to victory during sporting events and random games each day! The team with the most points at the end of the week will earn a surprise!
June 2nd: NERF
June 9th: Basketball
June 16th: Soccer
June 23rd: Football
July 7th: NERF
July 14th: Basketball
July 21st: Diamond Sports
July 28th: Dodgeball
Aug 4th: NERF
June 2nd: Volleyball
June 9th: Basketball
June 16th: NERF
June 23rd: Soccer
July 7th: Tennis/Pickle Ball
July 14th: NERF
July 21st: Basketball
July 28th: Diamond Sports
Aug 4th: NERF
June 2nd: Volleyball
June 9th: NERF
June 16th: Basketball
June 23rd: Diamond Sports
July 7th: Football
July 14th: Soccer
July 21st: NERF
July 28th: Football
Aug 4th: Basketball
June 2nd: Soccer
June 9th: Diamond Sports
June 16th: Dodgeball
June 23rd: NERF
July 7th: Basketball
July 14th: Football
July 21st: Volleyball
July 28th: NERF
Aug 4th: Basketball
June 2nd: Soccer
June 9th: Tennis/Pickle Ball
June 16th: NERF
June 23rd: Basketball
July 7th: Track& Field
July 14th: NERF
July 21st: Basketball
July 28th: Football & Volleyball
Registration Fee (one-time)
$65 per child
Full Week Day Camp Fee
Members $259/week
Nonmembers $292/week
3 Day Option
Choose your 3 days (must be a set schedule of the same 3 days per week)! Available at the Tri-Lakes and Downtown YMCA's only.Â
Members $188/week Nonmembers $221/week
Week 1 May 27 - May 30: May Madness
Get ready for a week filled with wild and wacky fun as we kick off the summer! With games, challenges, and unexpected twists, it’s a perfect way to jump into the excitement of camp!
Week 2 June 2 - June 6: The Final Frontier
Blast off into an out-of-this-world adventure! Explore the mysteries of the stars, planets, and galaxies in a week that’s truly cosmic. Prepare for space-themed crafts, games, and plenty of extraterrestrial fun!
Week 3 June 9 - June 13: Science Within the Science
Step into the world of discovery! Become a scientist for the week as we dive into hands-on experiments, fun facts, and explore the amazing science happening all around us.
Week 4 June 16 - June 20: Leaves & Lemurs
Get your hands dirty in the great outdoors! From tracking animals to learning about trees and plants, this week is all about the wonders of nature. Come explore, play, and discover the beauty of the natural world!
Week 5 June 23 - June 27: Saddle Up Summer
Giddy up! Saddle up for a week of farmyard fun with animals, crafts, and activities straight from the barn. From cowboys and cowgirls to barnyard buddies, this week will have you saying "Yeehaw!"
Week 6 June 30 - July 3: A Backyard Barbecue
Celebrate the spirit of summer with an all-American 4th of July bash! Enjoy classic camp games, fun activities, and the excitement of outdoor festivities. It's a week full of laughter, teamwork, and all the red, white, and blue fun you can handle!
Week 7 July 7 - July 11: Routes & Roots
Pack your bags for a week of cultural exploration! Take a journey around the world and discover different traditions, history, and exciting places. Let’s travel the world without leaving camp!
Week 8 July 14 - July 18: Alternative Athletics
Ready to play outside the box? This week we’re mixing things up with fun, alternative sports and activities you won’t find anywhere else! It’s time to try something new, stay active, and have a blast!
Week 9 July 21 - July 25: Myths & Legends
Step into a world of mythical creatures and ancient legends! From dragons and unicorns to folklore from around the globe, this week is full of magical tales, adventures, and stories you won’t want to miss!
Week 10 July 28 - August 1: A Circus Situation
It’s a circus extravaganza! Whether you’re learning to juggle, becoming a clown, or just enjoying the thrills and spills, this week is all about fun, laughter, and the excitement of the big top!
Week 11 August 4 - August 8: Reel Thrill
Lights, camera, action! Step into the world of movie magic with fun film-inspired activities, games, and crafts. Get ready for the ultimate movie-themed week where YOU are the star!
Registration Fee (one-time)
$65 per child
Full Week Day Camp Fee
Members $259/week
Nonmembers $292/week
3 Day Option
Choose your 3 days (must be a set schedule of the same 3 days per week)! Available at the Tri-Lakes and Downtown YMCA's only.Â
Members $188/week Nonmembers $221/week
Week 1 May 27 - May 30: May Madness
Get ready for a week filled with wild and wacky fun as we kick off the summer! With games, challenges, and unexpected twists, it’s a perfect way to jump into the excitement of camp!
Week 2 June 2 - June 6: The Final Frontier
Blast off into an out-of-this-world adventure! Explore the mysteries of the stars, planets, and galaxies in a week that’s truly cosmic. Prepare for space-themed crafts, games, and plenty of extraterrestrial fun!
Week 3 June 9 - June 13: Science Within the Science
Step into the world of discovery! Become a scientist for the week as we dive into hands-on experiments, fun facts, and explore the amazing science happening all around us.
Week 4 June 16 - June 20: Leaves & Lemurs
Get your hands dirty in the great outdoors! From tracking animals to learning about trees and plants, this week is all about the wonders of nature. Come explore, play, and discover the beauty of the natural world!
Week 5 June 23 - June 27: Saddle Up Summer
Giddy up! Saddle up for a week of farmyard fun with animals, crafts, and activities straight from the barn. From cowboys and cowgirls to barnyard buddies, this week will have you saying "Yeehaw!"
Week 6 June 30 - July 3: A Backyard Barbecue
Celebrate the spirit of summer with an all-American 4th of July bash! Enjoy classic camp games, fun activities, and the excitement of outdoor festivities. It's a week full of laughter, teamwork, and all the red, white, and blue fun you can handle!
Week 7 July 7 - July 11: Routes & Roots
Pack your bags for a week of cultural exploration! Take a journey around the world and discover different traditions, history, and exciting places. Let’s travel the world without leaving camp!
Week 8 July 14 - July 18: Alternative Athletics
Ready to play outside the box? This week we’re mixing things up with fun, alternative sports and activities you won’t find anywhere else! It’s time to try something new, stay active, and have a blast!
Week 9 July 21 - July 25: Myths & Legends
Step into a world of mythical creatures and ancient legends! From dragons and unicorns to folklore from around the globe, this week is full of magical tales, adventures, and stories you won’t want to miss!
Week 10 July 28 - August 1: A Circus Situation
It’s a circus extravaganza! Whether you’re learning to juggle, becoming a clown, or just enjoying the thrills and spills, this week is all about fun, laughter, and the excitement of the big top!
Week 11 August 4 - August 8: Reel Thrill
Lights, camera, action! Step into the world of movie magic with fun film-inspired activities, games, and crafts. Get ready for the ultimate movie-themed week where YOU are the star!
Registration Fee (one-time)
$65 per child
Full Week Day Camp Fee
Members $259/week
Nonmembers $292/week
3 Day Option
Choose your 3 days (must be a set schedule of the same 3 days per week)! Available at the Tri-Lakes and Downtown YMCA's only.Â
Members $188/week Nonmembers $221/week
Week 1 May 27 - May 30: May Madness
Get ready for a week filled with wild and wacky fun as we kick off the summer! With games, challenges, and unexpected twists, it’s a perfect way to jump into the excitement of camp!
Week 2 June 2 - June 6: The Final Frontier
Blast off into an out-of-this-world adventure! Explore the mysteries of the stars, planets, and galaxies in a week that’s truly cosmic. Prepare for space-themed crafts, games, and plenty of extraterrestrial fun!
Week 3 June 9 - June 13: Science Within the Science
Step into the world of discovery! Become a scientist for the week as we dive into hands-on experiments, fun facts, and explore the amazing science happening all around us.
Week 4 June 16 - June 20: Leaves & Lemurs
Get your hands dirty in the great outdoors! From tracking animals to learning about trees and plants, this week is all about the wonders of nature. Come explore, play, and discover the beauty of the natural world!
Week 5 June 23 - June 27: Saddle Up Summer
Giddy up! Saddle up for a week of farmyard fun with animals, crafts, and activities straight from the barn. From cowboys and cowgirls to barnyard buddies, this week will have you saying "Yeehaw!"
Week 6 June 30 - July 3: A Backyard Barbecue
Celebrate the spirit of summer with an all-American 4th of July bash! Enjoy classic camp games, fun activities, and the excitement of outdoor festivities. It's a week full of laughter, teamwork, and all the red, white, and blue fun you can handle!
Week 7 July 7 - July 11: Routes & Roots
Pack your bags for a week of cultural exploration! Take a journey around the world and discover different traditions, history, and exciting places. Let’s travel the world without leaving camp!
Week 8 July 14 - July 18: Alternative Athletics
Ready to play outside the box? This week we’re mixing things up with fun, alternative sports and activities you won’t find anywhere else! It’s time to try something new, stay active, and have a blast!
Week 9 July 21 - July 25: Myths & Legends
Step into a world of mythical creatures and ancient legends! From dragons and unicorns to folklore from around the globe, this week is full of magical tales, adventures, and stories you won’t want to miss!
Week 10 July 28 - August 1: A Circus Situation
It’s a circus extravaganza! Whether you’re learning to juggle, becoming a clown, or just enjoying the thrills and spills, this week is all about fun, laughter, and the excitement of the big top!
Week 11 August 4 - August 8: Reel Thrill
Lights, camera, action! Step into the world of movie magic with fun film-inspired activities, games, and crafts. Get ready for the ultimate movie-themed week where YOU are the star!
We’re extremely excited to introduce a new program this year. Explorers is a program for children ages 11-15. The goal of this program is to help encourage and expose youth in the area to as many new experiences as possible. With this program, we hope to help our kids expand their ideas of what they can do to fulfill their lives by discovering hobbies and activities that they may not normally be able to do.
Team building, artistic expression, health and wellness, community service, character development and life skills are the main focuses of program impact. Through group projects, community service, team building and daily trips, we aim to make sure that our participants gain a well rounded program experience.
We have four themes that will rotate and repeat throughout the summer, offering different experiences during each session. Team building and community service activities and projects will take place throughout the week. We will update our schedule with more information on these as we approach summer.
This program runs from Tuesday-Friday (outside of June 3-7 week, which runs Monday-Friday). If care is needed on Monday, care will be provided for no additional charge as a camper in Day Camp for those 11-12 or as a Counselor-In-Training for 13-15 year olds.
Drop-off starts at 6:30 a.m.
Pick-up ends at 6:00 p.m. (besides the Vibes and Switchbacks Nights)
Columbia Elementary
835 E. St. Vrain St.
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Our City:Â June 3-7
Our first week will kick off with a cooking class with Chef Brother Luck. Brother Luck is a local chef who has appeared on several reality cooking shows. He has competed on Food Network’s Beat Bobby Flay and won! He was also a contestant on Chopped and Top Chef. Throughout the week we’ll also take a trip to the Garden of the Gods Trail Loop, visit the Olympic Training Museum and partner with the Air Force Academy’s Boy’s and Girl’s Club for a day of activities on the Air Force Base. We’ll end the week partnering with the Rocky Mountain Vibes baseball team and a night out at the ballpark. A meal and ticket to the game will be provided to each camper.
Member Rate: $499
Nonmember Rate: $529
Alternative Athletics:Â June 11-14
Activities this week will include a day of putt putt and warrior courses at Lost Island, paintballing at the American Paintball Coliseum, frisbee golf and a bowling tournament at Harmony Bowl.
Member Rate: $460
Nonmember Rate: $490
We Are Art:Â June 18-21
We’ll start the week with clay molding at the Cottonwood Center for the Arts. Tuesday we’ll spend the day building a number of different projects that camper’s choose to put together. Wednesday will be spent at Meow Wolf doing the investigative tour. We’ll finish the week decorating the projects we created on Tuesday.
Member Rate: $460
Nonmember Rate: $490
Great Outdoors:Â June 25-28
This week will start with a trip to the Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center to see the wolves and end with a visit to the Colorado Springs Climbing Center. The middle of the week will be spent fishing, paddleboarding and kayaking.
Member Rate: $460
Nonmember Rate: $490
Alternative Athletics:Â July 9-12
Part 2 of Alternative Athletics will also have disc golf and a bowling tournament. Thursday we’ll go to Overdrive Raceway for a day of kart-racing. We’ll finish the week at Urban Air.
Member Rate: $460
Nonmember Rate: $490
We Are Art:Â July 16-19
Painting with a Twist kicks off this week. We’ll also visit the Dinosaur Resource and Seven Falls on Wednesday, the Denver Museum of Nature and Science Thursday and each camper will select their own art projects to complete on Friday.
Member Rate: $460
Nonmember Rate: $490
Our City:Â July 23-26
This week is highlighted by a partnership with the Switchbacks. We’ll visit Cave of the Winds on Tuesday before taking a trip to visit the Switchbacks on Wednesday. Each camper will receive a ticket to the game for Friday night, and we’ll have tickets available for parents to come along as well. We’ll also take a trip to the Space Foundation on Thursday.
Member Rate: $460
Nonmember Rate: $490
Great Outdoors:Â July 30-August 2
We’re kicking this week off by working with Arkansas River Tours. We’ll be spending Tuesday rafting down the river. Wednesday will be spent fishing and preparing for our overnight trip on Thursday. After drop off on Thursday, we’ll be heading to Riverside Campground for an overnight tent camping trip full of kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing and other activities. Campers will return Friday afternoon for pick up.
Member Rate: $540
Nonmember Rate: $570
