The Regional YMCA of Western Connecticut is offering summer camp programs at two locations for 2021: The YMCA Camp Greenknoll and Greenknoll Gators Camp Swim Team will take place in Brookfield and the Summer Club at Grassy Plain will take place in Bethel. Activities will be held indoors and out and themed weeks will provide fun, memorable experiences.
With the kind of year kids have had, they will be ready to unplug and have fun! Kids will love how the Y summer camp experience provides them the opportunity to safely socialize with their peers and parents will love that their child will continue to develop and grow over the summer. That's because summertime at the Y focuses on three key areas that inspire healthy youth development: achievement, relationships and belonging. Parents will also have peace of mind knowing that the YMCA will be following guidelines from the Office of Early Childhood (OEC) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). For more information about safety guidelines, see here.
Financial assistance is available for families who need it to ensure that all kids can have enriching summer experiences. Camps fill up fast, so reserve your spot today!
YMCA Camp Greenknoll in Brookfield kids can develop skills, self-confidence, new friendships and a sense of belonging – all while having tons of fun. They can enjoy art, music, team building and more! The Y believes that every child should be water safe and so campers are given daily swim lessons and time to practice those skills during recreational swim. Campers will explore creativity, team work and leadership in a wide range of physical activities that influence lifelong healthy living. They will also enjoy an outdoor environment where they develop an appreciation of nature and participate in a variety of activities including instructional swim, enrichment, STEAM, art education and others that are designed to build confidence and teach teamwork.
- Dates: Themed weeks June 21 - August 27
- Ages: 3-15 (must be toilet trained)
- Hours: 7:30am - 5:30pm
- Groups are limited to 20 campers.
- View the Camp Guide & Register Here
The Greenknoll Gators Camp Swim Team is a great way to get involved with swimming without having to give up something else! It’s also an opportunity for YMCA campers to strengthen their swimming skills in a fun environment. Each week, swimmers work on developing stroke techniques and water safety. The Gators Swim Team is part of the Stateline Swim League. They are led by members of the Mako Swim Club coaching staff and will swim in the outdoor pool.
- Dates: June 21 - July 30
- Ages: 6-16 (can swim 25 yards without stopping)
- Hours: Mon/Wed 4pm-5pm; Tues/Thurs 8am-9am
- View the Camp Guide & Register Here
Specialty Summer Programs are a great way for young children ages 3-6 years old to explore and discover new interests. Children develop new friendships and have tons of fun in a safe environment. Programs run 3 days a week, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday for 2 hour sessions exploring themes such as art, gardening, cooking, science and more. Learn More and Register Here.
At Bethel's Summer Club at Grassy Plain campers are encouraged to pursue their interests through daily activities and theme weeks. There are opportunities to connect with nature and spend time outside being physically active participating in experiences that influence lifelong healthy habits and also opportunities to keep skills fresh all summer long with fun, engaging literacy and math activities, STEAM projects and creative exploration in art, drama and writing. Campers will also reconnect with the simple joys of being a kid: laughing, singing, dancing, crafting, discovering, swinging, sliding, hiking, playing and more.
- Dates: Themed weeks June 21 - August 20
- Ages: Ages 5-12 (must have completed Kindergarten)
- Hours: 7:30am - 5:30pm
- View the Camp Guide & Register Here
