No Place Like Camp
2026 Summer Day Camp starts May 26
YMCA Summer Day Camp 2026: No Place Like Camp is jampacked with fun, adventure and endless opportunities for kids to make memories! Each week brings a new rockin’ theme — from splashing through water games in “Splish Splash” to showing off talents in “Y’s Got Talent” to “We Can be Heroes” during “Superheroes & Sidekicks” week. Campers will dive into exciting activities like swimming, arts and crafts, team challenges and themed celebrations. Whether it's toe-tapping Disney Week or “Baby Shark” Shark Week, there’s something for every child to enjoy. Your kids will build confidence, make new friends, and have a Jammin’ Good Summer at the YMCA!
If you are a current YMCA Member make sure you log into your account to receive the discounted rate.
If you have any issues or need help registering please email: webhelp@ymcachattanooga.org
Summer Day Camp Parent Handbook
For kids ages 5-12 (must have completed kindergarten)
- Downtown Family YMCA
- Hamilton Family YMCA
- North River Family YMCA
- Cleveland Family YMCA
- North GA Community YMCA
Camp Hours:
- Pre-camp drop off: 7 - 9 am
- Day camp hours: 9 am - 4 pm
- After camp hours: 4 - 6 pm
Cost:
- Members: $180/week
- Non-members: $235/week
- A $10 non-refundable registration fee is required at the time of registration for each week attending.
Financial Assistance is available.
NO PLACE LIKE CAMP WEEKLY THEMES
*Denotes shortened week due to a holiday.
Week 1 (May 26 - 29*)
Week 1 (May 26 - 29*)
“It’s fun to stay at the…” Spirit Week
Week 2 (June 1 - 5)
Week 2 (June 1 - 5)
“We Are the Champions” Y Olympics
Week 3 (June 8 - 12)
Week 3 (June 8 - 12)
“Splish Splash” Splashtacular Water Week
Week 4 (June 15 - 19)
Week 4 (June 15 - 19)
"All I Do is Win" YMCA World of Sports Week
Week 5 (June 22 - 26)
Week 5 (June 22 - 26)
“It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” Holidays Week
Week 6 (June 29 - July 3*)
Week 6 (June 29 - July 3*)
“Rockin’ in the USA” Independence Week
Week 7 (July 6 - 10)
Week 7 (July 6 - 10)
“Baby Shark” Water Palooza Shark Week
Week 8 (July 13 - 17)
Week 8 (July 13 - 17)
“This is How We Do It” Y’s Got Talent Week
Week 9 (July 20 - 24)
Week 9 (July 20 - 24)
“We Can be Heroes” Superheroes & Sidekicks Week
Week 10 (July 27 - 31)
Week 10 (July 27 - 31)
“This is the Song that Never Ends” Camp Rewind Week
BECOME A CAMP COUNSELOR
Make This Place Like No Other – work with children, develop your leadership skills and more!
As a Summer camp counselor, you will plan, lead and participate in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities and more!
- Must be 17 years of age or older
- Previous experience working with children in a camp setting preferred
TEEN COUNSELOR IN TRAINING PROGRAM
Summers at the Y aren't just for the younger kids!
The YMCA's Counselor-in-Training program develops leadership skills in youth and prepares them for future counselor opportunities and provides a framework for how to lead groups and be a role model. Teens learn and grow - all while having fun, building relationships and character!
- For teens ages 13-16
Spaces are limited. For more information regarding the application process, please contact your local branch:
- Downtown Family YMCA at 423.266-3766 or rdunn@ymcachattanooga.org
- Hamilton Family YMCA at 423.899.1721 or nbryant@ymcachattanooga.org
- Cleveland Family YMCA at 423.476.5573 or rmcgruder@ymcachattanooga.org
- North River Family YMCA at 423.877.3517 or cdodson@ymcachattanooga.org
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