Albany YMCA summer camp
I'm thinking of sending my 5-year-old to the Albany YMCA this summer for summer camp. It's close and reasonably priced. I'm very new to the Bay Area and wanted to first hear from others any good or bad experiences with this summer program. Thanks in advance!
Apr 16, 2017
Parent Replies
I have sent my son to the Albany YMCA before and after school and to a break or summer camp or two over the years. He always has fun. He generally runs into children he knows (enough that I don't try to plan for it with other parents), and there is plenty of self-directed play if he doesn't want to play with other children. The summer camp outings are especially fun for him. The counselors are awesome. They are always so welcoming to me and my child and even ask about him by name when they see me without him in the community. For summer camps, YMCA is not my first choice -- I tend to sign him up for smaller and more specialized camps -- but it's a great, affordable fall back.
Hello I have a 10 years 5th grade and 9 years 3rd grade. They have been going to Albany YMCA summer camp for the last 3 years. Very reasonable price for what you get. 6.30am till 6 . Have very helpful programs as well as too much fun for the kids. Staff are very professional and VERY RESPONSIBLE and friendly my kids love them and love the program. If you are thinking about the swimming camp it get full so quick so register ASAP. LOVE ALBANY YMCA!
Beti
I'm Albany Y member and know their programs well. The summer camps are great. The Y has lots of programs to support working families including before and after school clubs and summer camps. When your child gets older, consider the model UN for middle school kids and wonderful Youth in Government program for high school kids.The camps are well run, staff is selected with care.