School-Based Summer Day Camp

How to Register

Click HERE for instructions on how to register.

Deposits

Deposits will be required at the time of registration for each week. This deposit will hold your child’s spot for that particular week. Deposits vary by branch $0-$20 per week. Deposits are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another week.

All fees must be automatically paid from your checking account or debit/credit card. Fees will be scheduled for payment on the Wednesday prior to the week of care. You will be charged for each week you reserve, regardless of attendance, unless you cancel under our cancellation policy. i3 Academy and Alabaster City Schools camps do not require a deposit.

Late Registration

Registration is open online through the Thursday prior to the week of care. Campers registered on Thursday or later for the upcoming week and/or registered after the start of the current week will be charged a $10 late registration fee, and payment will be processed with the weekly fees.

Refund/Cancellation Policy

If the YMCA cancels a week, a full refund will be issued for fees paid. If a parent wishes to cancel a week, 2 weeks’ advance written notice is required, using the appropriate cancellation form. Registration Fees and Weekly Deposits are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another week. No refunds or credits for weekly fees will be issued for requests that do not meet the 2-week notice, and the weekly balance will be considered due. CLICK HERE to submit a cancellation request.

Medication

Your written permission is required to administer medication and medical procedures to your child. Any prescriptions sent to the child care facility must be in its original container and must be clearly labeled with your child’s name, the name of the drug, and directions for administering the drug. A new authorization form is needed each week. Click the red button below to complete the form. CLICK HERE to complete the form or select the red button below.

Parent Manual

Our Parent/Guardian Manual provides information to help you and your child

Red To Green

Exclusively for YMCA Day Campers, this program gives campers who are unable to pass the YMCA swim test the opportunity to take FREE swim lessons during camp if their parent opts in. When registering for Summer Day Camp, you will be asked if your child can pass the YMCA Swim Test. If you select “No,” you will be prompted to choose if you would like your camper(s) to take FREE swim lessons during their camp day.

Why It Matters

Removing Financial Barriers

The YMCA of Greater Birmingham is committed to ensuring children have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive—regardless of a family’s ability to pay. Financial Assistance helps remove barriers to accessing Y programs and services. Awards are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Renewal of Childcare Financial assistance is required at the start of each camp season. Even if your family has been previously approved, please complete the application for consideration.
👉 Apply for Financial Assistance HERE

Billing/Account Questions

childcare@ymcabham.org

School-Based Camps

i3 Academy Summer Learning
Contact:
Wendy Ayers | Area Youth Development Director | wayers@ymcabham.org
Imen Saunders | Site Director | isaunders@ymcabham.org
230 49th St N,
Birmingham, AL 35212

Alabaster City Schools – Summer Learning
Contact:
Briana Williams | Executive Director | bwilliams@ymcabham.org
Thompson Middle School
100 Warrior Dr,
Alabaster, AL 35007

Homewood City Schools – Day Camp
Contact:
Yunitka Enge | Camp Director | yenge@ymcabham.org
Carissa Long | Camp Director | clong@ymcabham.org
Shades Cahaba Elementary School
3001 Independence Dr
Homewood, AL 35209

Homewood City Schools – Math & Literacy Camp
Contact:
Yunitka Enge | Site Director | yenge@ymcabham.org
Carissa Long | Site Director | clong@ymcabham.org
Shades Cahaba Elementary School
3001 Independence Dr
Homewood, AL 35209

Hoover City Schools – Math & Literacy Camp
Contact:
Wendy Ayers | Area Youth Development Director | wayers@ymcabham.org
Java Lacey | Site Director | jlacey@ymcabham.org
Briana Williams | Executive Director | bwilliams@ymcabham.org
Green Valley Elementary School
3200 Old Columbiana Rd,
Hoover, AL 35226

Trussville City Schools – Day Camp
Contact:
Jaylin Hale | Area Director | jhale@ymcabham.org
Jordan Markle | Site Director | jmarkle@ymcabham.org
Paine Elementary
7500 Gadsden Hwy
Trussville, AL 35173

Trussville City Schools – Math & Literacy Camp
Contact:
Jaylin Hale | Area Director | jhale@ymcabham.org
Jordan Markle | Site Director | jmarkle@ymcabham.org
Paine Elementary
7500 Gadsden Hwy
Trussville, AL 35173