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This Summer, Find your Y at the Regional YMCA

By Meghan Friedland, Publisher/Editor, Macaroni KID Greater Danbury, CT March 28, 2024

For generations, the Regional YMCA Camps have provided children with rewarding experiences and a lifetime of memories. The Regional Y is the leading summer camps in the area, offering exceptional opportunities to families each year. They offer a variety of summer camps at various locations throughout Greater Danbury. Whatever you’re seeking, you are certain to find the right camp for you and your family.

• Dates: Funday Fridays Theme, June 17 - August 12

• Ages: 3-15 (Camp Greenknoll); Ages 5-12 (Summer Club at Grassy Plain)

• Camp tours available

YMCA Camp Greenknoll is more than just a day camp; it's a facility that offers campers ages 3-15 years a place where they can be themselves. Campers experience a sense of achievement through opportunities in the outdoors; explore creativity, teamwork and leadership. Campers participate in a variety of activities such as swim, STEAM, art, enrichment, and others designed to build confidence. Hours: 7:30AM-6PM. 

YMCA Summer Club at Grassy Plain helps camper’s ages 5-12 years old discover a place where they belong and can be themselves while trying new things, building new skills and making new friends. With in-house special enrichment programs like the inflatable water slide, time outside to play, and indoor lessons like STEAM and drama let kids have a well-rounded summer. Hours: 7:30AM-6PM. 

At summer camp, kids will have the Best Summer Ever. Join the Y Today and experience these additional great family membership perks!

• Registration for classes a week in advance

• Discounted children’s classes

• Free Child Watch while you are in the building

• Open time in the gym and pool

• Summer Swim at the Outdoor Pool 12pm – 2pm Mon-Fri

• Kids Night Out Monthly

• Middle School Madness Monthly

Financial assistance is available for families who need it to ensure that all kids in our community can have enriching summer experiences. Camps fill up fast, so reserve your spot today!

Register today and mention that you heard about camp in Macaroni KID!

Join Today!