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Specialty Camps provide opportunities for your children to learn new skills, enjoy new experiences and discover their passions!

What Parents Love About YMCA Summer Day Camp
🧔 Their Child Belongs
Kids are known by name, welcomed with intention, and feel included for exactly who they are.

šŸ›”ļø Safety They Trust
Highly trained, carefully screened staff provide a safe, well-supervised environment every day.

🌱 More Than Childcare
Campers build confidence, character, and social skills through intentional, values-based programming.

šŸŽØ Choice & Variety
Daily choice-based activities and new experiences each week keep children engaged and excited.

ā˜€ļø Peace of Mind
Parents know their child is happy, cared for, and growing in a place they trust.

What We Value at YMCA Summer Day Camp
Child Safety and Active Supervision
We prioritize the safety and well-being of every child through low staff-to-child ratios, monitored sign-in and sign-out procedures, and active supervision at all times. Our staff are carefully selected, thoroughly screened, and trained to create a safe, supportive environment where children thrive.

Engaging, Developmentally Appropriate Activities
Camp experiences are designed to support the whole child—building confidence, skills, healthy habits, and positive relationships through engaging, fun, and developmentally appropriate activities.

Strong Communication and Family Partnership
We believe child safety and success are strongest when families and staff work together. Clear communication, responsive staff, and ongoing feedback ensure each child has a positive, well-supported camp experience.


Our Commitment to Child Safety and Abuse Prevention
At the YMCA of Greater Birmingham, child safety is foundational to everything we do. We follow Praesidium-informed practices and YMCA safety standards that promote prevention, accountability, and transparency. Staff receive training in child abuse prevention, supervision, and safety protocols to ensure every child is protected physically and emotionally.
šŸ‘‰ Learn more about our safety policies, reporting procedures, and family resources.


Financial Assistance for YMCA Summer Day Camp
The YMCA of Greater Birmingham is committed to ensuring all 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.
šŸ‘‰ Apply for Financial Assistance HERE


REGISTRATION DATES
To register for camp and to learn more, click on your desired branch below.

Greystone YMCA

Location:
Greystone YMCA
5414 Highway 280
Birmingham, AL 35242

Leadership Team:Ā 
Melanie Norman | mnorman@ymcabham.org
Billing/Account Questions | childcare@ymcabham.org

Dates:
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Hours:
9am-12:30pm

Ages Served:
Rising 1st-5th gradeĀ 

Cost:
YMCA Members | $20/day
Non-Members | $40/day

What to Bring:
Children should be dropped off in their swimsuit, with clothes over the top. Snacks will be provided, but make sure your child has a water bottle and towel with them.

Hoover

YMCA Summer Sports Camp at Hoover
Grow skills, friendships, and character in a fun and safe environment.

Summer Sports Camp Registration Dates
YMCA Members: February 16, 2026
Non-Members: March 2, 2026

Please note: Registration closes on Thursday prior for the upcoming week of camp.

Why Families Choose YMCA Summer Sports Camp
Sport-Specific Skill Development
Using the principles of Y Sports, each week focuses on instruction, growth, and application in the respective sports.Ā  The camp focuses on developing basic techniques, improving physical fitness, and encouraging teamwork while promoting the YMCA’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.Ā  Sports Camp is ideal for beginners as well as young athletes who want to improve their abilities, try new sports, and stay engaged in healthy physical activity during Summer Break.

Whole-Child Development: Spirit, Mind, and Body
Y Summer Sports Camp features more than skills and drills. We design our programs to support and develop the whole child—spirit, mind, and body.Ā  Campers build confidence, character, health, skill, and friendships in an environment of sportsmanship, healthy competition, and fun.

Location:
Hoover YMCA
2250 Highway 150
Hoover AL 35244

Leadership Team:Ā 
Emily Truncellito | Sports Program Coordinator | etruncellito@ymcabham.org
Billing/Account Questions | childcare@ymcabham.org

Dates:
June 1-5 – Hockey
June 8-12 – Volleyball
June 15-19 – No Sports Camp
June 22-26 – Basketball
June 29 – July 3 – No Sports Camp
July 6-10 – Indoor Soccer
July 13-17 – Hockey
July 20-24 – Volleyball
July 27-31 – Basketball
August 3-7 – Indoor Soccer

Ages Served:
Rising 5-8; 9-12Ā 

Hours:
8:45am-9:00am Morning Drop Off
9:00am-1:00pm Program Time
1:00pm-1:15pm Afternoon Pick Up

Weekly Fees/Deposits
YMCA Members | $120 per child
Non- Members | $180 per child

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.

FULL DAY CARE OPTION – Traditional Summer Camp
NEW – The Hoover YMCA will apply a multi-camp discount for campers who register for both sports camp and traditional camp in the same week.Ā  Campers who enroll in both programs at Hoover for the same week can add Traditional Summer Day Camp at Hoover for just $76 when registered with Sports Camp.Ā Ā 

Please note: if either the Sports Camp or the Traditional Summer Day Camp registration is cancelled, the multi-program discount will be removed and the standard rate will apply.

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. Please email Sports Camp cancellations to Emily Truncellito at etruncellito@ymcabham.org. 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.

Mountain Brook

Location:
Mountain Brook YMCA
2401 20th Place South
Birmingham, AL 35223

Leadership Team:Ā 
Douglas Thompson| dthompson@ymcabham.org
Billing/Account Questions | childcare@ymcabham.org

Dates:
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Hours:
9am-12:30pm

Ages Served:
Rising 1st-5th gradeĀ 

Cost:
YMCA Members | $20/day
Non-Members | $40/day

What to Bring:
Children should be dropped off in their swimsuit, with clothes over the top. Snacks will be provided, but make sure your child has a water bottle and towel with them.

Pelham YMCA

Location:
Pelham YMCA
2610 Pelham Parkway
Pelham, AL 35124

Leadership Team:Ā 
Addison Davis | adavis@ymcabham.org
Billing/Account Questions | childcare@ymcabham.org

Dates:
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Hours:
7am-5pm

Ages Served:
Rising 1st-7th gradeĀ 

Cost:
YMCA Members | $40/day
Non-Members | $60/day

YMCA Splash Camp: The Ultimate End-of-Summer Send-Off!

Give your child the perfect end to summer withĀ YMCA Splash Camp—a three-day water adventure filled with energy, laughter, and soaked-to-the-socks fun! Held during theĀ final three days before school starts, this camp is all about making big memories before the backpacks come out.

Campers can join us forĀ just one day or all three—each day features new splashy games, water challenges, and surprise activities. From epic slip ā€˜n slide races and water balloon tag to pool relays and popsicle cooldowns, every moment is designed for maximum fun and safe, supervised play.

Choose your days—sign up for one, two, or all three!
Drop-off ready:Ā Children should arrive in theirĀ swimsuits with dry clothes over the top.
What to bring:Ā Please packĀ two snacks and a cold lunch,Ā towels, and sunscreen.
Care available from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Just $40/day for YMCA members • $60/day for non-members

Swimsuit? Check. Towel? Check. One last burst of summer fun? Absolutely.

Spots are limited—sign up today before we’re all booked up!

Shades Valley

Location:
Shades Valley YMCA
3551 Montgomery Highway
Homewood, AL 35209

Leadership Team:Ā 
Kyle Downey| kdowney@ymcabham.org
Billing/Account Questions | childcare@ymcabham.org

Dates:
Check back for upcoming dates.

Hours:
9am-12:30pm

Ages Served:
Rising 1st-5th gradeĀ 

Cost:
YMCA Members | $20/day
Non-Members | $40/day

What to Bring:
Children should be dropped off in their swimsuit with clothes over. Children need towels. Snack is provided, bring water bottle.

Trussville

Location:
Trussville YMCA
5920 Valley Road
Trussville, AL 35173

Leadership Team:Ā 
Missy Gooden| mgooden@ymcabham.org
Billing/Account Questions | childcare@ymcabham.org

Dates:
Check back for upcoming dates

Hours:
9am-12:30pm

Ages Served:
Rising 1st-5th gradeĀ 

Cost:
YMCA Members | $20/day
Non-Members | $40/day

What to Bring:
Children should be dropped off in their swimsuit with clothes over. Children need towels. Snack is provided, bring water bottle.

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