Youth Summer Camps
At the YMCA of Metro Denver, our youth development philosophy is grounded in 150 years of lifting up kids and helping them reach their full potential. It's a philosophy centered on two critical factors: creating a unique sense of belonging and always incorporating the pure fun and joy of childhood.
Shape Your Summer!
Choose your fun, choose your adventure. Customize your YMCA Summer Camp experience.
At the Y, we know the welcoming places we create for kids today will shape our communities tomorrow. And every YMCA Summer Camp provides that safe and supportive environment where kids play, explore, and lift each other up, learning values they’ll build on all their lives.
Registration will open for YMCA Summer Adventure Camp, Specialty Camps, Sports Camps and Day Camp in January and February 2023. Choose one camp or mix and match your favorites based on your schedule and interests. Shape your summer and the future at the YMCA!
Registration Dates:
January 17, 2023: Opens for YMCA members, former campers and past camp scholarship recipients.
February 6, 2023: All others
Find a Summer Camp Near You
Shape Your Summer
Choose your fun, choose your adventure. Customize your YMCA Summer Camp experience.
The welcoming places we create for kids today will shape our communities tomorrow. Start shaping the future by shaping your summer at the YMCA. Choose one Summer Camp or mix and match your favorites based on your schedule and interests. Summer your way at the YMCA!
The welcoming places we create for kids today will shape our communities tomorrow. Start shaping the future by shaping your summer at the YMCA. Choose one Summer Camp or mix and match your favorites based on your schedule and interests. Summer your way at the YMCA!
Summer Day Camp (Ages 5-14)
Developing well-rounded, confident kids through a balance of fun and educational weekly-themed curriculum and field trips that fuel connection and memory-making.
Specialty & STEAM Camp (Ages 5- 14)
Developing a deeper understanding of Art, STEM, Outdoor Adventure and International programs with twice-a-week enrichment activities that challenge creativity and interest.
Adventure Camp (Ages 11-14)
Fostering a love of our planet and adventure, kids will try new things and test their limits in fun activities that promote environmental stewardship.
Sports Camp (Ages 6-12)
Focusing on the complete athlete by introducing various sports – basketball, lacrosse, volleyball and multi-sports and more – to improve overall sports I.Q.
Swim Lessons (Ages 6 mo - Adult)
Introducing youth to the joy of swimming, developing a life-long appreciation for the sport and a healthy respect for water safety.
Overnight Camps
Our sister Colorado YMCA's offer overnight camp options across the state.
Find a youth program at a YMCA near you
Across the YMCA association, a variety of programs are available including Kids Night Out, Kid's Painting, Dance Class, Tae Kwon Do, Art Class, Babysitting Class or Cooking Class. Check back often as programs are added frequently.
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