Summer Day Camp
GET READY FOR THE BEST SUMMER EVER™
Here at the YMCA of Metropolitan Columbus, GA, we are experts at providing summer day camp experiences that meet both the needs of our children and their parents. Our staffing, instruction, and our programs are built around the YMCA's core values of caring, honesty, respect & responsibility.
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Summer Day Camps give your child the opportunity to learn new skills, make new friends, and have the time of their lives. Whether you register your child for one week or the entire summer, we guarantee your child will have the...
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IMPORTANT CAMP INFORMATION
REGISTRATION FOR THAYER, TURNER & McCLUNG YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMP
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Registration opens to returning campers on March1st in-house only
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Registration opens to everyone April 1st in-house only
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​Find camp registration forms by stopping by one either D.A. Turner or A.J. McClung Branch
CAMP OPTIONS/HOURS
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Camp will run from Tuesday, May 27th - Friday, July 31st, 2025
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PLEASE NOTE: There will be NO camp on Monday, May 26th in honor of Memorial Day or July 4th
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Camp hours range from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. depending on location. Please visit the 'CAMP LOCATIONS' section of this page for specific camp hours for each location.
CAMP RATIOS
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Ages 5 to 14, 2 staff to 15 children
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All YMCA Day Camp staff are at least 16 years old.
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90% of all staff at each site are 18 years or older.
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CAMP LOCATIONS
In 2025, our Summer Day Camp offerings will operate from our three YMCA locations!
Here you will find information about each camp location. Please be aware of the ages accepted at each location before registering your child for camp. Should you have additional questions, please contact the specific location.
A.J. McClung YMCA​
Youth & Teen Center
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Cost:
One-Time Registration Fee: $50
$90/week
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Program Capacity:
100 Campers, ages 5 to 11
25 Campers, ages 12 to 15
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Hours:
Daily Check-In: 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Camp Activity Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
After Camp Hours: 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Kowanna "KOKO" Smith
706.322.2579
D.A. Turner YMCA
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Cost:
One-Time Registration Fee: $75
$110/week - Members
$135/week - Non-Members
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Program Capacity:
225 Campers, ages 5 to 12
Hours:
Daily Check-In: 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Camp Activity Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
After Camp Hours: 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Gwen Hester
706.563.7001
John P. Thayer YMCA
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Cost:
One-Time Registration Fee: $75
$135/week - Members
$135/week - Non-Members​
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Program Capacity:
115 Campers, ages 5 to 12
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Hours:
Daily Check-In: 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Camp Activity Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
After Camp Hours: 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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Kristin Vierick
706.322.8269
Please Note:
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Registration fees and/or deposits are due upon completing registration. Registration fees are non-refundable.
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The YMCA participates in the Summer Feeding Program delivered by the Muscogee County School District. When lunch is not available, please be prepared to pack a lunch and two snacks for your camper.
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Some program field trips may require additional fees. Parents/Guardians will be notified in advance if any additional fees are needed for field trips.
INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CAMP COUNSELOR?
We are always looking for fun, energetic young adults to join our Summer Camp staff! If you're interested in working within our Summer Day Camp program, please visit our 'CAREERS' page to download an employment application today!