Working parents, this is your summer solution! Let the Y provide safe, exciting adventures for your children while they build confidence and character.
2026 Summer Day Camp Registration Opens Soon
Summer is a time for kids to activate their sense of adventure and expand the limits of their imagination. At Y Day Camp, every day is an opportunity for campers to make new friends and explore endless possibilities for fun. When kids find new passions, they find their Y.
With 18 metro Atlanta locations, Y Day Camp offers affordable pricing well below many competitors, making summer day camp a great option—and a great value—for working parents. Plus, financial assistance is always available for Y programs.
There's no place like summer day camp at the Y!
The "Best Summer Ever" Place
The "Best Summer Ever" Place
Y Day Camp offer kids a safe, fun, stress-free environment with engaging activities that keep your child moving, laughing – and off of screens.
From exploring nature to building imaginary worlds and everything in between, the Y offers kids new experiences so they can discover what they love.
What makes Y Day Camp different?
What makes Y Day Camp different?
We offer Specialty and Traditional Camp experiences in a safe, structured, and fun environment where campers can build self-confidence, learn new skills, deepen their respect for themselves and others, and make new friends. All of our age-appropriate activities are designed to promote independence and develop our four core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
The Y Day Camp staff members are here to support both campers and parents. We believe in open communication among campers, parents, and Y staff.
Everything You Need to Know About Y Day Camp
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Camp at a Glance
2026 Camp at a Glance information for each Y Day Camp is coming soon.
How to Register for Y Day Camp
You can browse day camp options by location to see available camps for each week of the summer here.
Facility and current Program members simply login into their Y membership account to begin the registration process.
If you are not a YMCA Facility or Program member, a Program membership is required for your family to register for YMCA programs and is valid for one year from the date of purchase.
To renew or buy a Program membership, click here and then select “Family” and scroll down to your Y location of choice and select “Program Annual” membership to register and pay for your Program membership.
Day Camp Parent Handbook
The 2026 Parent Handbook is coming soon.
Types of Camp
Traditional Camp:
In our traditional camps, we use challenging and fun activities that feature weekly themes, promote personal growth, and encourage campers to have fun with their friends.
Traditional camp includes age-appropriate activities including arts & crafts, group games, outdoor exploration, indoor learning experiences and much more. Based on each camp location, additional activities may include archery, canoe rides and more.
Sports & Specialty Camps:
Many of our Ys offer specialty camps focusing on an array of topics: sports, art, gymnastics, STEAM, teen leadership, swim, and many more. Our specialty camps require weekly registrations. Check out the available camps at your local Y for specifics.
Camp Hours
Y Day Camp offers families full-day coverage
Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Pre-Camp: 7:00 - 9:00 am & Post Camp: 4:00 - 6:30 pm
Ages
Most Y Day Camps are for kids ages 5-15. However, ages vary by camp. Check out our available camps here to see what options are available for your child at your preferred location. Preschool camps are available at some Ys for children younger than 5.
Payment Methods
A non-refundable deposit is required at the time of registration.
Cancellations must be made two weeks in advance of camp date to receive a credit of the balance of payment (excluding the non-refundable deposit).
Campers registered after 12 a.m. on the Friday before the next week of camp will incur a late registration fee of $25.
For any questions or help, please reach out to your Y branch, see list below.
Pay in Full:
If you are registering for a camp date starting in less than two weeks, full payment is due when you register.
Auto Draft:
Your credit card will be charged on the payment due date which is on the Monday two weeks before the camp date. You should select this option at time of registration if you only want to pay the minimum deposit. Auto draft information can be updated as needed.
Weekly camp fees are due 10 days prior to the start of the scheduled week. If you register within 10 days of the start date, full payment is due at the time of registration.
Payments may be made using:
- Debit Card
- Check (accepted at the branch)
- Credit Card (A 3% processing fee applies to all credit card transactions. This fee helps to offset processing costs and is not charged by your credit card company.)
Financial Assistance
We believe every child and family should have the opportunity to participate in any Y program. Those not able to pay the full fee may be awarded partial financial assistance based on their ability to pay and the Y’s ability to fund the subsidy.
The YMCA also accepts third party payment from other organizations that help families in need. Many of our Y locations currently accept DFCS (CAPS) payments. Please contact your local branch and case worker first before enrolling your child in Y Day Camp.
To begin an application for financial assistance, please contact the branch program director.
Before camp, all campers must provide...
Copy of your child’s shot records on the school health form (3231)
Forms cannot be transferred from other Y programs.
What should campers bring to camp?
Campers SHOULD bring:
- Lunch in an insulated box
- Refillable water bottle
- Two snacks (no nuts, please)
- Spray sunscreen and bug spray
Campers SHOULD NOT bring:
- Cell phones, laptops or any type of electronics
Day Camp Contacts For All Y Locations
If you have questions about available Day Camp options, please reach out to the Day Camp Director at the location where you would like to register.
DAY CAMP CONTACTS BY COUNTY
CHEROKEE COUNTY
Cherokee Outdoor YMCA
201 E. Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock GA 30189
(770) 591-6092
COBB COUNTY
McCleskey-East Cobb Family YMCA
1055 E. Piedmont Road, Marietta, GA 30062
(770) 977-5991
Northeast Cobb Family YMCA
3010 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta, GA 30062
(678) 569-9622
Northwest Family YMCA
1700 Dennis Kemp Lane, Kennesaw, GA 30152
(770) 423-9622
DEKALB COUNTY
Decatur Family YMCA
1100 Clairemont Avenue, Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 377-9622
East Lake Family YMCA’s Youth & Teen Development Center
1765 Memorial Drive SE, Atlanta, GA 30317
(404) 373-6561
Wade Walker Park Family YMCA
5605 Rockbridge Road, Stone Mountain, GA 30088
(678) 781-9622
COWETA COUNTY
Summit Family YMCA
1765 East Hwy 34, Newnan, GA 30265
(770) 254-9622
FORSYTH COUNTY
Forsyth County Family YMCA
6050 Y Street, Cumming, GA 30040
(770) 888-2788
FULTON COUNTY
Andrew & Walter Young Family YMCA
2220 Campbellton Road SW, Atlanta, GA 30311
(404) 523-9622
Arthur M. Blank Family Youth YMCA
555 Luckie Street, Atlanta, GA 30313
(404) 724-9622
Carl E. Sanders Family YMCA at Buckhead
1160 Moores Mill Road, Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 350-9292
Cowart Family YMCA
3692 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Atlanta, GA 30319
(770) 451-9622
Ed Isakson/Alpharetta Family YMCA
3655 Preston Ridge Road, Alpharetta, GA 30005
(770) 664-1220
The Villages at Carver Family YMCA
1600 Pryor Road SW, Atlanta, GA 30315
(404) 635-9622
GWINNETT COUNTY
J.M. Tull-Gwinnett Family YMCA
2985 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Lawrenceville, GA 30045
(770) 963-1313
Robert D. Fowler Family YMCA
5600 W. Jones Bridge Road, Peachtree Corners, GA 30092
(770) 246-9622
NEWTON COUNTY
Covington Family YMCA
2140 Newton Drive, Covington, GA 30014
(770) 787-3908
Day Camp at the Y helps your child...
Build Confidence
Trying new activities helps kids learn self-reliance and gain independence. Y camp helps build self-esteem and confidence as kids learn just how much they CAN do!
Learn Character Values
All Y programs are based on the values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. Kids build character and learn to treat others with kindness and consideration.
Stay Active
We know how hard it is to fill all the hours in the day in the summer months. Camp keeps your kids up and moving throughout the day – and keeps them off their screens.
Make New Friends
When kids are exposed to new people and new friends at camp, they expand their horizons. The connections and bonds built at Y camp can be the start of lifelong friendships.
Y Day Camp is sponsored by
We love YMCA Day Camp!! Thank you for all the help it has provided while we work. The friendships our girls have made with staff and other kids are absolutely amazing!
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