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New Canaan YMCA

Camp Y-Ki

Camp Y-Ki

Camp Y-Ki (Entering Grades 1-6)

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WHERE ADVENTURE AWAITS

Camp Y-Ki offers a traditional camp experience enhanced by innovation. Held at Kiwanis Park, campers entering grades 1-6 will participate in camp songs, arts & crafts, archery, creative arts, team building, nature classes, both traditional and non-traditional sports, and free swim/lessons. Y-Ki is the place for your child to spend the summer making new friends, trying new things, and growing as an individual. Come join our tradition and become part of the Y-Ki family!

HOURS

Monday-Friday, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

EXTENDED DAY

Camp Y-Ki offers extended day options for an additional fee.
Morning: 8:00 am – 9:00 am
Evening: 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

DATES

Session 1: June 24 – July 5 (no camp July 4)
Session 2: July 8 – July 19
Session 3: July 22 – August 2
Session 4: August 5 – August 16

Camp Activities

Swimming, archery, arts and crafts, sports, nature, camp songs, outdoor adventure, and special events… the traditional summer camp experience of Camp Y-Ki provides kids with the fun, friends, and personal growth that only summer camp can provide.

Special Events & Field Trips

Campers going into 3rd-8th grade (TWs, Eagles, and L.I.T.s) will go on an off-site adventure once every session. Our older campers will travel to fun venues such as sport complexes, ropes courses, zoos, and extreme sports parks. Campers going into 1st and 2nd grade (Cougars and Crocodiles) will have interactive, high-energy, special events just for them on-site, including foam parties, obstacle courses, reptile experiences, and more!

New This Summer: Catered Lunch from EB222 Catering, LLC

We’re excited to announce that EB222 Catering, LLC will be offering catered lunch options at Camp Y-Ki this summer! Choose from several different sandwich options, a snack, a dessert, and a drink to be delivered to your camper right at camp each week! Fees apply, and food must be ordered at least three days in advance. Click here to learn more.

Our very own Dante’s Café is operated by EB222 Catering, LLC; stop by to try their delicious food!

Registration

Registration is currently available online and at our Member Services Desk. Spots are available for various age groups, register today! For additional information and any questions, contact Deb Isidro by email.

*All camp forms are due June 1 through CampSpace.

Special Cares Support

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

Camp Y-Ki Frequently Asked Questions

Q: My child is only 5 but has completed Kindergarten. Can they attend Camp Y-Ki?
A: Yes. If your child has completed Kindergarten, you can register him/her for Camp Y-Ki.

Q: Are you peanut/tree nut free?
A: No. We cannot assure you that another child will not come to camp with peanut/nut products.

Q: What are the daily activities?
A: Daily activities consist of morning assembly, three activity periods in the a.m. including a swim lesson, lunch around 11:45 followed by an afternoon assembly, then the three more activity periods including free swim, and we end the day with a closing assembly.

Q: Do I have to send a lunch with my child?
A: Yes. Packed lunches must come labeled and with an ice pack. We will provide water, but please provide a labeled water bottle!

Q: Will you group friends together?
A: We will try to accommodate your wishes, but we cannot guarantee any requests. We group our campers by grade.

Q: Do the children swim every day?
A: Yes. Please send a swimsuit, towel and any swim accessories every day.

Q: Do they receive swim instruction?
A: Yes. They do receive daily classes by their counselors guided by swim instructors.

Q: How much time is spent outside?
A: We are an outdoor camp. Unless there is inclement weather, we are outside all day every day.

Q: What do you do when it rains?
A: Camp Y-Ki will operate at the Kiwanis Park facility whenever possible. Please keep in mind that Camp Y-Ki is an outdoor camp, and that staff and campers may get wet. If inclement weather occurs during the camp day, it is at the Directors’ discretion to move the camp to New Canaan High School located off of South Avenue. Campers are then bussed to the high school to complete their day.

A parent handbook with more information will be provided to the parents of all registered campers before camp begins. Any additional questions may be addressed to Davie Cedela at 203-920-1641 or by email.

Contact

For additional information and any questions about Camp Y-Ki, contact Davie Cedela at 203-920-1641 or by email.