Welcome to camp at the Arthur M. Blank Family Youth YMCA!
Summer at the Arthur M. Blank Family Youth YMCA in Atlanta is designed to keep kids active, engaged, and inspired all day long.
The camp runs from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with early care available from 7:00–9:00 AM and extended afternoon care from 4:00–6:00 PM for working families.
Campers can choose from Traditional Camp, high-energy Sports Camp, or Cheer Camp, giving them opportunities to learn new skills, stay moving, and connect with friends in a supportive YMCA setting.
Explore our camp offerings below and register today, either online or in person at your Y.
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Traditional Camp
This is a full day camp that allows campers to learn and explore new and exciting activities each week while making new friends. Each week revolves around a different theme.
Weekly Themes include
Wild West
Jungle Safari
World Soccer
Survivor Challenge
Carnival
Road Trip USA
Color Wars
Music Mania
Water Week
Aloha Summer
Sports Camp
In this full day camp. Campers will combine traditional day camp activities with specialty camp activities focused on sports. Throughout the week campers will learn new sports and skills/techniques (or enhance current skills/techniques) through a variety of activities.
If your camper loves sports or wants to try something new - this is the camp for them!
Please note this is a very active camp, so please have campers dress accordingly.
Sports Camp - Cheer
Campers will learn new cheers while focusing on technique and form. They will also learn the basics of tumbling in a fun relaxed environment.
Speciality Camp - Esports
Campers will spend at least 2 hours of the day in the Esports lab and half the day doing day camp traditional activities such as gym games, arts and crafts, and more. Participants will work on leveling up their gaming skills and approach gaming with a holistic approach. Topics will include, being a responsible digital citizen, sportsmanship, teamwork, etc.
For questions, please reach out to Keisha Scott.
We accept CAPS, and Financial Assistance is available, and applications are due by April 15, 2026, at ymcaatlanta.org/financial-assistance.
Having trouble registering? Please check our FAQs, or contact the Member Service Center at memberassist@ymcaatlanta.org or (404) 267-5353.
Make a donation to support a child's camp experience.
FAQ's
Camp Hours: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Drop off is 7:00 AM -9:00 AM
Pick-Up is 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Carpool drop-off & pick-up is held in the front parking lot area.
Please have ID in hand for quick dismissal (All authorized pick-ups must be 18 years of age or older with physical government ID).
- Closed toe tennis shoes
- AM Snack
- Water Bottle
- Change of clothes (in case of accidents)
- Sunscreen
- All in a closed drawstring bag or small backpack
Any personal toys, electronics (phones, tablets, IPads, etc., make up and perfumes.
Close toed shoes and extra clothing (in case of accidents).
Refillable water bottle, sunscreen, medication is it's original box and bottle (if needed to be provided during camp hours), Signed Authorization to Administer Medication Form, List of allergies.
Inside space will be available on rainy and extremely hot days. Carpool will also transition inside.
Lunch and PM Snack will be provided. Camper is also welcome to bring their own lunch.
Traditional Camp: 5-6 year, 7-8 years, and 9-12 years
Esports: 9-12 years
Sports Camp: 7-12 years
Cheer Camp 5-12 years
Yes, we are currently working on a swimming partnership and multiple field trips.
All campers are expected to follow the guidelines outlined in the camp handbook, which promote respect, safety, and responsibility.
Campers should treat staff and peers with kindness, follow directions the first time they are given, and respect all facilities, equipment, and program rules. We encourage positive behavior, teamwork, and inclusion at all times.
Any behavior that disrupts the safety or experience of others will be addressed according to the camp’s behavior management procedures outlined in the handbook.
Via email from Keisha Scott at KeishaS@ymcaatlanta.org.
1. A good night's sleep prepares your camper for a fun and engaging day!
2. Please arrive on time, we wouldn't want your camper missing out on fun activities.
3. Make sure to read your communication emails; weekly themes and activities may be missed if you don't.
I have been a YMCA volunteer, member and employee since 2002. I love working for an organization that is open to and serving it's community. On the weekends, I enjoy spending time outdoors and learning something new whenever I can.