10 themed weeks & field trips for ages 5* - 12
*5-year-olds must have completed kindergarten.
Day Camp is a summer-long program that features the Y's renowned curriculum, developed to help close the summer learning gap, while integrating physical exercise, structured and spontaneous play, literacy, STEM-based activities, field trips, swimming and more.
Choose from multiple locations! Summer Camp runs June 1 - August 7, 2026, and is held weekdays from 7:00AM - 6:00PM. Check out our weekly themes and field trips, below.
Costs & Fees
- Cost Per Week: Non-Members: $250 | Y Members: $190
- Registration Fee: $40 per child (Please note, this one-time fee per child covers all camps you choose, no matter how many you try.)
- Deposit: $40 non-refundable deposit, per child, for each week of camp
Locations
Bardmoor YMCA8495 Bryan Dairy Rd.727.394.9622 |
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Jim & Heather Gills YMCA3200 1st Ave. South727.328.9622 |
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Speer YMCA495 62nd Ave. Northeast727.565.1384 |
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Our Curriculum
Daily schedules focus on supporting each child's academic achievement through a variety of strategies, including:
- Project-based learning
- Literacy activities
- Physical education
- Outdoor activities
- Arts & crafts
- STEM activities
- Fitness & nutrition
Additionally, camp will follow weekly summer camp themes with disguised learning activities.
Weekly Themes & Field Trips
All field trips are included in the weekly fee. Field trips, activities and guest speakers are subject to change at any time.
WEEK1 |
Aloha SummerJune 1 - 5 Say "Aloha" to summer! With beach-themed games and tropical activities, the first week of camp will feel like paradise! |
WEEK2 |
Cruise Around the WorldJune 8 - 12 All aboard for an unforgettable adventure! Campers will "cruise around the world" as they explore global games, creative cultural activities and exciting destinations... no passport required! |
WEEK3 |
Into the JungleJune 15 - 19 Unleash your wild side as we take a safari to learn about animals from all over the world while exploring animal calls, unique habitats and more. |
WEEK4 |
Wild Wild WestJune 22 - 26 Saddle up for a rootin' tootin' good time! Campers will head out on an adventure filled with frontier games, cowboy-style challenges and plenty of western fun on the open range! |
WEEK5 |
Party in the USAJune 29 - July 3 Celebrate America during a red, white and blue colored week. Campers will enjoy patriotic activities while learning about the USA. |
WEEK6 |
Camp CarnivalJuly 6 - 10 Get ready for a week of fun and excitement! Enjoy classic carnival games, prizes music, and tasty treats. It's all about laughter, friends and unforgettable memories! |
WEEK7 |
Once Upon a YJuly 13 - 17 Get ready for a storybook adventure! Campers will journey through classic tales and exciting new stories with themed games, imaginative crafts and magical moments on every page! |
WEEK8 |
Holiday ExtravaganzaJuly 20 - 24 Campers will celebrate a different holiday each day of camp! We'll make holiday crafts, discover traditions from around the world and feel the spirit of giving with a toy drive for the YMCA Neighbor to Neighbor Christmas Program. |
WEEK9 |
Ocean ExplorersJuly 27 - 31 Dive into an underwater adventure! Campers will discover ocean creatures, explore sea-themed activities and enjoy splash-tastic games that make every day feel like a journey beneath the waves! |
WEEK10 |
Camp Color WarsAugust 3 - 7 Gear up for the ultimate showdown! Campers will battle it out in fast-paced games, team challenges and epic competitions, all packed with high energy, big laughs and tons of colorful team spirit! |
