summer camps

Let the Y work out your summer job for you!

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Beka Sharrock

SPRING has barely sprung and plans are already afoot for summer camps at YMCA Calgary. Vice president of operations Kelly Smith is busy planning for the summer fun ahead and this means recruiting some of the hundreds of young people …

How Kids Succeed…at Summer Camp!

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Doug Saul

Best-selling author and journalist Paul Tough’s new book, “How Kids Succeed: Grit, Curiosity and the Hidden Power of Character,” looks at opportunities that help kids thrive, grow, lead and belong. It’s a great book, and a best-seller. It lists skills …

Teachers’ Convention and Spring Break Day Camp Registration Starts Tomorrow!

Posted on December 31, 2012 by Molly Hayes

Registration opens tomorrow (January 1, 2013) for Teachers’ Convention and Spring Break Day Camps at all of the YMCA Calgary branches! Check out the program guide online at http://www.ymcacalgary.org/index.php?page=programs and contact Member Services at your nearest branch to register. Teachers’ …

Day Camp Spaces Still Available!

Posted on July 12, 2012 by Molly Hayes

Looking for something fun for your children to do for a week or two? We still have some spaces left in July and August for day camps at all of our locations. Campers splash in our pools, get creative with crafts, …

ESL Day Camps at Saddletowne!

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Molly Hayes

This Summer we are pleased to offer ESL day camps at the Saddletowne YMCA. ESL day camps combine a typical day camp experience with activities that help develop English language skills. Participants will take part in arts and crafts, games, drama, gym time, singing, recreational …