Summer Day Camp gives kids the chance to make new friends, learn new skills, and explore the outdoors. A great first job for young adults, our camps teach youth how to be more independent and contribute to a group as they engage in physical, social, and educational activities.
SUMMER DAY CAMP
Find your sense of adventure.
Summer is a time for kids to explore and expand the limits of their imagination. Summer day camp at the Y is a safe place for children to broaden their horizons, be themselves, try new things, and learn lifelong skills. We believe it's a transformational experience, whether you join us for one week or the whole summer.
Surrounded by positive role models, kids make friends and have fun participating in games, water activities, arts & crafts, science projects, reading, and more. Weekly themes keep campers engaged and inspired all summer long. Summer day camp allows kids to become more independent and confident, but it also:
- Provides structure, guidance, and educational opportunities outside of the school year
- Encourages healthy eating and physical activity
- Promotes strong social and communication skills through teamwork
HAVE THE BEST SUMMER EVER
We offer summer day camp at convenient locations throughout the metro-Milwaukee area. Find the camp that’s perfect for you!
BECOME A ROLE MODEL
Love spending time outdoors? Like working with kids? Make your mark at camp! Perks include no nights or weekends and a free Y membership.
Summer day camp runs June 12-August 25, 2023. Please contact our camp staff at 414-274-0759 if you have questions.
LEADERS IN TRAINING
Work hard, play harder! Teen Leaders In Training (LITs) develop leadership skills, solve problems, and build relationships -- all while having lots of fun.
STEAM CAMP ADD-ON
Our hands-on STEAM curriculum engages campers in unprecedented ways. They'll have so much fun, they won't even realize how much they're learning!
WRAP CAMP
We're proud to provide wrap-around care that compliments summer programs at select schools. Check to see if wrap camp is offered at your school!
Summer day camp is held at the following locations:
- Lincoln Park 1301 W. Hampton Avenue, Milwaukee
- Rite-Hite Family YMCA 9250 N. Green Bay Road, Brown Deer
- Wilson Park 1601 W. Howard Avenue, Milwaukee
- Wellpoint Care Network 8901 W. Capitol Drive, Milwaukee
See the map below or visit our locations page to learn more.
You can register for camp online following the steps below. You must register each child individually and will only have 45 minutes to complete the full registration process online. Have your child’s immunization records and emergency contact information ready prior to starting registration.
If you're unable to register online, please download our registration form and call 414-274-0759 for assistance.
A one-time fee of $30 per child is due at the time of registration. Registration is not finalized until you receive a confirmation email from the Registration Office.
Spots are limited. Please register early to avoid being put on a waiting list.
FORMS & PUBLICATIONS
Medical Forms (REQUIRED)
- Immunization Record (English)
- Immunization Record (Spanish)
Optional Forms
- Authorization to Administer Medication (English)
- Authorization to Administer Medication (Spanish)
Parent Information
HOW TO REGISTER ONLINE
- Login or enter your email address or phone number to find your account online. If an existing account can't be found, you will be prompted try another email/phone or create an account.
- Once logged in, explore our day camp offerings and click on the first camp week you'd like to sign up for. Click REGISTER.
- Select if you want to register your child for one offering or multiple. If signing the same child up for multiple, you'll be prompted to select the individual weeks of camp and click REGISTER again.
- Select your child, enter their information, answer the required questions, and add the camp(s) to your cart.
- Repeat the process to register each additional child.
- Review your cart and click CHECKOUT. Select a method of payment and click PAY NOW.
REGISTRATION FEE
A one-time fee of $30 per child is due at the time of registration.
WEEKLY CAMP FEES
Traditional Camp (Age 4)
- 4-5 Days/Week: $244/Member, $256/Non-member
- 3 Days/Week: $195/Member, $215/Non-member
Traditional Camp (Ages 5-13)
- 4-5 Days/Week: $219/Member, $246/Non-member
- 3 Days/Week: $165/Member, $185/Non-member
Leaders In Training (LITs)
- Week 1: $219/Member, $246/Non-member
- Weeks 2-11: $120/Member, $120/Non-member (per week)
LITs who pass Week 1 training are required to complete a minimum of three (3) additional weeks of camp.
WEEKLY PAYMENT
Weekly payments are due ten (10) days prior to the chosen week of camp. Upon completion of registration, your balance will automatically be set up for auto-pay. Camp payments are non-refundable.
Payment & Registration Deadlines
Week 1 (June 12-16) Deadline: FRI, JUNE 2
Week 2 (June 19-23) Deadline: FRI, JUNE 9
Week 3 (June 26-30) Deadline: FRI, JUNE 16
Week 4 (July 5-7) Deadline: FRI, JUNE 23
Week 5 (July 10-14) Deadline: FRI, JUNE 30
Week 6 (July 17-21) Deadline: FRI, JULY 7
Week 7 (July 24-28) Deadline: FRI, JULY 14
Week 8 (July 31 - August 4) Deadline: FRI, JULY 21
Week 9 (August 7-11) Deadline: FRI, JULY 28
Week 10 (August 14-18) Deadline: FRI, AUG 4
Week 11 (August 21-26) Deadline: FRI, AUG 11
Late Payments
All payments must be made before your child can attend camp each week. Late payments will result in a $10 late fee per child, per week.
ADDITIONAL CHILD DISCOUNT
We offer a discount for households who register more than one camper for the same week of camp. After one child is enrolled at full price:
- YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee members receive 10% off additional camp registrations.
- Non-members receive 5% off additional camp registrations.
Type of camp can vary; discount applies to lowest rate camp.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive at the Y, regardless of their financial circumstances. Through contributions to our Annual Campaign, we're able to reduce barriers to joining and participating in Y programs and services.
Financial assistance is offered on a sliding scale based on your household’s income. Individuals with a special circumstance, such as a job loss or other financial challenge, are also encouraged to apply.
WISCONSIN SHARES CHILD CARE ASSISTANCE
Our Summer Day Camps are licensed by the Department of Children and Families and accept Wisconsin Shares Child Care Assistance.
Contact your Wisconsin Shares office for approval as you must have authorization before we can register your child.
Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Waukesha Counties: 888-947-6583
Washington County: 262-335-4610
YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee Provider Number: 1000558721
Location Numbers
Rite-Hite Family YMCA: 012
YMCA at Lincoln Park: 105
YMCA at Wilson Park: 064
YMCA at Wellpoint Care Network: 201
Camp hours are Monday-Friday from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, unless otherwise noted.
SAMPLE SCHEDULE
- 7:00-9:00 AM | Drop off and camper's choice activities
- 9:00-9:30 AM | Opening Ceremony
- 9:30-9:50 AM | Wash hands, bathroom break*, and sunscreen
- 9:50-10:20 AM | Breakfast
- 10:20-11:30 AM | Small group games and teambuilding
- 11:30-11:50 AM | Large group games
- 11:50 AM - 12:50 PM | Lunch
- 12:50-1:30 PM | Organized small group activities
- 1:30-2:10 PM | Reading and quiet/relaxing time
- 2:10-3:00 PM | Art activity
- 3:00-3:30 PM | Educational activity
- 3:30-3:45 PM | Bathroom break* and wash hands
- 3:45-4:30 PM | Afternoon snack
- 4:30-6:00 PM | Pick up and camper’s choice activities
For everyone's safety, campers may only be picked up by a pre-authorized contact. A driver's license may be requested for identification.
*All campers must be potty trained.
Campers spend most of the day outside, so be sure your child is wearing appropriate clothing and footwear (tennis shoes or closed-toe shoes). Sunscreen should be applied before arriving and also brought to camp.
Please label and send the following items with your camper every day:
- Non-perishable lunch (optional)
- Water bottle
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- Bug spray
Please leave items of monetary or sentimental value at home, including personal toys, electronic equipment, gaming devices, and trading or game cards. The Y is not responsible for lost or stolen items.