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New Canaan YMCA

Camp Mini

Camp Mini

Camp Mini (Ages 3-5, Pre-K)

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WHERE LITTLE KIDS MAKE BIG MEMORIES

Your child’s first summer camp experience is a special one. Camp Mini provides a safe camp experience for children to play, grow, and make friends. Our Y’s Camp Mini provides a safe, nurturing, and age-appropriate environment for children ages 3-5 (children must be pre-k and potty-trained). Camp Mini offers creative learning, recreational, and social experiences for our campers, who enjoy activities designed to teach new skills as well as provide lots of fun!

HOURS

Monday – Friday, 9:15 am – 1:15 pm (Ages 3-5, Pre-K)

 

DATES

Session 1: June 23 – July 3 (no camp July 4)
Session 2: July 7 – July 18
Session 3: July 21 – August 1
Session 4: August 4 – August 15

NEW! AFTER-CAMP ENRICHMENT ACTIVITIES

Monday – Friday, 1:15pm-3:15pm (Ages 4-5, Pre-K only) Snack provided.

Book and Bounce: 1:15-2:15 pm

Campers will work on coordination, balance, and strength in our popular Bouncing Bears area and gather for captivating story time sessions that spark their imagination and foster a love for reading. Stories are often tied to the themes of movement, adventure, and teamwork, encouraging kids to connect their physical activities with the tales they hear.

STEM: 2:15-3:15 pm

Following Book and Bounce, campers will engage in a hands-on class where young minds dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, and math through playful exploration and discovery. Tailored for curious preschoolers, each session introduces simple yet fascinating STEM concepts through age-appropriate experiments, building activities, and problem-solving games.

Camp Activities

Bouncing Bears, Arts & Crafts, Music, Outdoor Sports & Playground Time, Swimming Lessons & Free Swim, Theme Weeks, and Special Event Days.

Registration 2025

Limited spots are available in session 1, and sessions 2-4 are currently waitlist only. Registration is currently available online and at the Y’s Member Services Desk. Click the button below to register!

*All camp forms are due June 1 through CampSpace.

Special Cares Support

Learn about inclusive support services offered at Camp Mini for children with special needs. Preapproval required for support prior to camp registration.

Contact

For additional information and any questions about Camp Mini, contact Mason Capozza, Camp Mini Director, at 203-920-1651 or by email.