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Youth Day Camp

Find Your Friends. Find Your Fun.

New experiences, skill-building, a sense of community and friendship are all part of youth summer day camp. We're planning a positive summer experience for youth full of learning, adventure, active play and friendship.

Program Details

Check back for updates regarding 2025 Summer Day Camp registration. See below for 2024 camp information. We will have similar offerings in 2025.

 

At Y summer day camps, each week features a unique theme with fun-filled activities that allow for physical movement, social interaction, educational opportunities, leadership building, personal growth and creativity. Campers are divided into small groups by age with activities appropriate to the interests and needs of each group. Youth day camps at the Y focus on caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all of our activities.

 

Visit our FAQs page for information about what to expect.

 

Convenient Locations - Choose any camp that fits your needs, regardless of what school district your child attends.

 

No Extra Fees - Registration includes field trips and activities.

 

Register by the Week - Sign up for the weeks that fit your schedule.

 
AGES: 5-12

DAYS: Monday - Friday

Blue Valley School District

AGES: 5-12
 

GRADES: Completed Kindergarten-5th Grade
DAYS: Monday - Friday
TIME: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
FEES: Registration: $55 | Day Camp: $182 | $20 deposit required for each week of camp at registration

Weekly Theme

May 28-31: Light the Torch

We’re fired up for a great summer! Kick things off with fun, friendship, learning and play. Get ready for a summer of reaching new goals.

 

June 3-7: Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

Campers will have the chance to explore acts of kindness and how much we can achieve when we work together. Learn what it means to serve family, friends and neighbors in positive ways. 

 

June 10-14: Paris Week

Say “Bonjour!” to summer! Be inspired by adventures found in the wonderful city of Paris - from the Eiffel Tower, Seine River and the Louvre.  We’ll reach new heights, get wet and stay cool through it all!

 

June 17-21: Celebrating Heroes

Help us save the world! Children enjoy a week of fun activities and games as we celebrate all kinds of heroes, from comic books to real-life heroes! Explore what makes a hero a hero.

 

June 24-28: Around the World

Campers will face off throughout the week to see who has what it takes to raise their color flag. A variety of games, challenges and other great activities that include art, music and multicultural learning will be offered.

 

July 1-5: Y Games

Experience challenging games that highlight perseverance, grit, teamwork and innovation. We will bring the magic of worldwide sports competition into July. Campers will learn and grow from individual and team challenges.

 

July 8-12: Spirit Week

We celebrate and show our spirit! Campers will have a chance to express themselves through daily themes, and show their giving spirit by learning about community service.

 

July 15-19: Science of Sports

Campers will engage in STEM activities and science content to understand the dynamics and mechanics of sports. It will be a week of physical activity, fun and learning.

 

July 22-26: Show Me Your Talents

Campers will have an opportunity to show their individual talents or explore talents they want to know more about. It’s all in a week of discovery!

 

July 29-August 2: Shining Moments

Campers will recap the best parts of summer camp experiences by engaging in art, music, physical games, and social emotional learning activities.

Camp Locations

Summer day camp will be offered at the following locations in the Blue Valley school district from May 28 - July 26, 2024. (No camp June 19 or July 4.)

 
HEARTLAND - Limited Availability

12775 Goodman Street
Overland Park, KS 66213

 
PRAIRIE STAR - Full

3800 West 143rd Street
Leawood, KS 66224

 
STANLEY - Full

6121 West 158th Street
Overland Park, KS 66223

Encore Week Locations

Summer day camp will be offered at the following locations in the Blue Valley school district during Encore Week, July 29 - August 2, 2024.

 
MORSE - Limited Availability

15201 Monrovia Street
Overland Park, KS 66221

 

WOLF SPRINGS

9300 178th Terrace
Bucyrus KS, 66013

Jackson County - Hazel Grove

AGES: 5-12

DAYS: M-F
TIME: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
FEES: Registration: $55 | Day Camp: $155 | $20 deposit required for each week of camp at registration

Weekly Theme

June 3-7: Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

Campers will have the chance to explore acts of kindness and how much we can achieve when we work together. Learn what it means to serve family, friends and neighbors in positive ways. 

 

June 10-14: Paris Week

Say “Bonjour!” to summer! Be inspired by adventures found in the wonderful city of Paris - from the Eiffel Tower, Seine River and the Louvre.  We’ll reach new heights, get wet and stay cool through it all!

 

June 17-21: Celebrating Heroes

Help us save the world! Children enjoy a week of fun activities and games as we celebrate all kinds of heroes, from comic books to real life heroes! Explore what makes a hero a hero.

 

June 24-28: Around the World

Campers will face off throughout the week to see who has what it takes to raise their color flag. A variety of games, challenges and other great activities that include art, music and multicultural learning will be offered.

 

July 1-5: Y Games

Experience challenging games that highlight perseverance, grit, teamwork and innovation. We will bring the magic of worldwide sports competition into July. Campers will learn and grow from individual and team challenges.

 

July 8-12: Spirit Week

We celebrate and show our spirit! Campers will have a chance to express themselves through daily themes, and show their giving spirit by learning about community service.

 

July 15-19:Science of Sports

Campers will engage in STEM activities and science content to understand the dynamics and mechanics of sports. It will be a week of physical activity, fun and learning.

 

July 22-26: Show Me Your Talents

Campers will have an opportunity to show their individual talents or explore talents they want to know more about. It’s all in a week of discovery!

 

July 29-August 2: Shining Moments

Campers will recap the best parts of summer camp experiences by engaging in art, music, physical games, and social emotional learning activities.

 

August 5-9: Closing Ceremonies

Campers will say goodbye to new friends, new experiences, and new learning by engaging in fun activities that cap off a wonderful summer.

Camp Location

The following location will be offered June 3 - August 9, 2024. (No camp June 19 or July 4.) Students from any school district can sign up.

 

HAZEL GROVE ELEMENTARY - Limited Availability

 

2001 NW Blue Pkwy
Lee's Summit, MO 64064

Leavenworth

AGES: Completed Kindergarten-5th Grade

GRADES: Completed Kindergarten-5th Grade
DAYS: M-F
TIME: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
FEES: Registration: $55 | Day Camp: $160 | $20 deposit required for each week of camp at registration

Weekly Theme

May 28-31: Light the Torch

We’re fired up for a great summer! Kick things off with fun, friendship, learning and play. Get ready for a summer of reaching new goals.

 

June 3-7: Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

Campers will have the chance to explore acts of kindness and how much we can achieve when we work together. Learn what it means to serve family, friends and neighbors in positive ways.

 

June 10-14: Paris Week

Say “Bonjour!” to summer! Be inspired by adventures found in the wonderful city of Paris - from the Eiffel Tower, Seine River and the Louvre.  We’ll reach new heights, get wet and stay cool through it all!

 

June 17-21: Celebrating Heroes

Help us save the world! Children enjoy a week of fun activities and games as we celebrate all kinds of heroes, from comic books to real life heroes! Explore what makes a hero a hero.

 

June 24-28: Around the World

Campers will face off throughout the week to see who has what it takes to raise their color flag. A variety of games, challenges and other great activities that include art, music and multicultural learning will be offered.

 

July 1-5: Y Games

Experience challenging games that highlight perseverance, grit, teamwork and innovation. We will bring the magic of worldwide sports competition into July. Campers will learn and grow from individual and team challenges.

 

July 8-12: Spirit Week

We celebrate and show our spirit! Campers will have a chance to express themselves through daily themes, and show their giving spirit by learning about community service.

 

July 15-19:Science of Sports

Campers will engage in STEM activities and science content to understand the dynamics and mechanics of sports. It will be a week of physical activity, fun and learning.

 

July 22-26: Show Me Your Talents

Campers will have an opportunity to show their individual talents or explore talents they want to know more about. It’s all in a week of discovery!

 

July 29-August 2: Shining Moments

Campers will recap the best parts of summer camp experiences by engaging in art, music, physical games, and social emotional learning activities.

Camp Location

The following location will be offered May 28 - August 2, 2024. (No camp June 19 or July 4.)

 
DAVID BREWER

401 N 17th Street
Leavenworth, KS 66048

Lee's Summit School District

AGES: 5-12

DAYS: Monday - Friday
TIME: 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
FEES: Registration: $55 | Day Camp: $135 | $20 deposit required for each week of camp at registration

Weekly Theme

July 1-5: Y Games

Experience challenging games that highlight perseverance, grit, teamwork and innovation. We will bring the magic of worldwide sports competition into July. Campers will learn and grow from individual and team challenges.

 

July 8-12: Spirit Week

We celebrate and show our spirit! Campers will have a chance to express themselves through daily themes, and show their giving spirit by learning about community service.

 

July 15-19:Science of Sports

Campers will engage in STEM activities and science content to understand the dynamics and mechanics of sports. It will be a week of physical activity, fun and learning.

 

July 22-26: Show Me Your Talents

Campers will have an opportunity to show their individual talents or explore talents they want to know more about. It’s all in a week of discovery!

 

July 29-August 2: Shining Moments

Campers will recap the best parts of summer camp experiences by engaging in art, music, physical games, and social emotional learning activities.

 

August 5-9: Closing Ceremonies

Campers will say goodbye to new friends, new experiences, and new learning by engaging in fun activities that cap off a wonderful summer.

Camp Locations

The following locations will be offered July 1 - August 9, 2024 for families who reside in the Lee's Summit R-7 School District. (No camp July 4.)

 
CEDAR CREEK - Full

2600 SW 3rd Street
Lee's Summit MO 64081

 
HAWTHORN HILL - Full

2801 SW Pryor Road
Lee's Summit MO 64082

 
HIGHLAND PARK - Limited Availability

400 SE Millstone Avenue
Lee's Summit MO 64063

 
RICHARDSON - Full

800 NE Blackwell Road
Lee's Summit, MO 64086

 
SUNSET VALLEY

850 SE Ranson Road
Lee's Summit, MO 64082

North KC YMCA

AGES: 6-12

GRADES: Completed Kindergarten-5th Grade
DAYS: Monday - Friday
TIME: 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
FEES: Registration: $55 | Day Camp: $160 | $20 deposit required for each week of camp at registration

Weekly Theme

May 28-31: Light the Torch

We’re fired up for a great summer! Kick things off with fun, friendship, learning and play. Get ready for a summer of reaching new goals.

 

June 3-7: Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

Campers will have the chance to explore acts of kindness and how much we can achieve when we work together. Learn what it means to serve family, friends and neighbors in positive ways.

 

June 10-14: Paris Week

Say “Bonjour!” to summer! Be inspired by adventures found in the wonderful city of Paris - from the Eiffel Tower, Seine River and the Louvre.  We’ll reach new heights, get wet and stay cool through it all!

 

June 17-21: Celebrating Heroes

Help us save the world! Children enjoy a week of fun activities and games as we celebrate all kinds of heroes, from comic books to real life heroes! Explore what makes a hero a hero.

 

June 24-28: Around the World

Campers will face off throughout the week to see who has what it takes to raise their color flag. A variety of games, challenges and other great activities that include art, music and multicultural learning will be offered.

 

July 1-5: Y Games

Experience challenging games that highlight perseverance, grit, teamwork and innovation. We will bring the magic of worldwide sports competition into July. Campers will learn and grow from individual and team challenges.

 

July 8-12: Spirit Week

We celebrate and show our spirit! Campers will have a chance to express themselves through daily themes, and show their giving spirit by learning about community service.

 

July 15-19:Science of Sports

Campers will engage in STEM activities and science content to understand the dynamics and mechanics of sports. It will be a week of physical activity, fun and learning.

 

July 22-26: Show Me Your Talents

Campers will have an opportunity to show their individual talents or explore talents they want to know more about. It’s all in a week of discovery!

 

July 29-August 2: Shining Moments

Campers will recap the best parts of summer camp experiences by engaging in art, music, physical games, and social emotional learning activities.

Camp Location

Summer day camp will be offered at the following location May 28 - August 2, 2024. (No camp June 19 or July 4.)

 
NORTH KANSAS CITY YMCA - Full

1999 Iron Street
North Kansas City, MO 64116

Piper School District

AGES: 5-12
GRADES: Completed Kindergarten - 5th Grade
DAYS: Monday - Friday
TIME: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
FEES: Registration: $55 | Day Camp: $160 | $20 deposit required for each week of camp at registration

Weekly Theme

May 28-31: Light the Torch

We’re fired up for a great summer! Kick things off with fun, friendship, learning and play. Get ready for a summer of reaching new goals.

 

June 3-7: Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

Campers will have the chance to explore acts of kindness and how much we can achieve when we work together. Learn what it means to serve family, friends and neighbors in positive ways.

 

June 10-14: Paris Week

Say “Bonjour!” to summer! Be inspired by adventures found in the wonderful city of Paris - from the Eiffel Tower, Seine River and the Louvre.  We’ll reach new heights, get wet and stay cool through it all!

 

June 17-21: Celebrating Heroes

Help us save the world! Children enjoy a week of fun activities and games as we celebrate all kinds of heroes, from comic books to real life heroes! Explore what makes a hero a hero.

 

June 24-28: Around the World

Campers will face off throughout the week to see who has what it takes to raise their color flag. A variety of games, challenges and other great activities that include art, music and multicultural learning will be offered.

 

July 1-5: Y Games

Experience challenging games that highlight perseverance, grit, teamwork and innovation. We will bring the magic of worldwide sports competition into July. Campers will learn and grow from individual and team challenges.

 

July 8-12: Spirit Week

We celebrate and show our spirit! Campers will have a chance to express themselves through daily themes, and show their giving spirit by learning about community service.

 

July 15-19:Science of Sports

Campers will engage in STEM activities and science content to understand the dynamics and mechanics of sports. It will be a week of physical activity, fun and learning.

 

July 22-26: Show Me Your Talents

Campers will have an opportunity to show their individual talents or explore talents they want to know more about. It’s all in a week of discovery!

 

July 29-August 2: Shining Moments

Campers will recap the best parts of summer camp experiences by engaging in art, music, physical games, and social emotional learning activities.

Camp Location

The following location will be offered May 28 - August 2, 2024. (No camp June 19 or July 4.)

 
PIPER EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER - Full

3130 N 122nd Street
Kansas City, KS 66109

Platte County School District

AGES: 5-12
GRADES: Entering Kindergarten-5th Grade
DAYS: Monday - Friday
TIME: 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
FEES: Registration: $55 | Day Camp: $160 | $20 deposit required for each week of camp at registration

Weekly Theme

July 1-5: Y Games

Experience challenging games that highlight perseverance, grit, teamwork and innovation. We will bring the magic of worldwide sports competition into July. Campers will learn and grow from individual and team challenges.

 

July 8-12: Spirit Week

We celebrate and show our spirit! Campers will have a chance to express themselves through daily themes, and show their giving spirit by learning about community service.

 

July 15-19:Science of Sports

Campers will engage in STEM activities and science content to understand the dynamics and mechanics of sports. It will be a week of physical activity, fun and learning.

 

July 22-26: Show Me Your Talents

Campers will have an opportunity to show their individual talents or explore talents they want to know more about. It’s all in a week of discovery!

 

July 29-August 2: Shining Moments

Campers will recap the best parts of summer camp experiences by engaging in art, music, physical games, and social emotional learning activities.

 

August 5-9: Closing Ceremonies

Campers will say goodbye to new friends, new experiences, and new learning by engaging in fun activities that cap off a wonderful summer.

Camp Locations

Summer day camp will be available at the following locations in the Platte County R-3 school district from July 1 - August 9, 2024. (No camp July 4.)

 

For programming available for before and after summer school, register here.

 
BARRY - Limited Availability

2001 NW 87th Terrace
Kansas City, MO 64154

 
SIEGRIST

1701 Branch Street
Platte City, MO 64079

Shawnee Mission School District

AGES: 5-12 Youth Camps, 3-5 for Preschool 
GRADES: Preschool - 5th Grade
DAYS: Monday - Friday
TIME: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
FEES: Registration: $55 | Day Camp: $155 | $20 deposit required for each week of camp at registration

Weekly Theme

June 3-7: Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

Campers will have the chance to explore acts of kindness and how much we can achieve when we work together. Learn what it means to serve family, friends and neighbors in positive ways.

 

June 10-14: Paris Week

Say “Bonjour!” to summer! Be inspired by adventures found in the wonderful city of Paris - from the Eiffel Tower, Seine River and the Louvre.  We’ll reach new heights, get wet and stay cool through it all!

 

June 17-21: Celebrating Heroes

Help us save the world! Children enjoy a week of fun activities and games as we celebrate all kinds of heroes, from comic books to real life heroes! Explore what makes a hero a hero.

 

June 24-29: Around the World

Campers will face off throughout the week to see who has what it takes to raise their color flag. A variety of games, challenges and other great activities that include art, music and multicultural learning will be offered.

 

July 1-5: Y Games

Experience challenging games that highlight perseverance, grit, teamwork and innovation. We will bring the magic of worldwide sports competition into July. Campers will learn and grow from individual and team challenges.

 

July 8-12: Spirit Week

We celebrate and show our spirit! Campers will have a chance to express themselves through daily themes, and show their giving spirit by learning about community service.

 

July 15-19: Science of Sports

Campers will engage in STEM activities and science content to understand the dynamics and mechanics of sports. It will be a week of physical activity, fun and learning.

 

July 22-26: Show Me Your Talents

Campers will have an opportunity to show their individual talents or explore talents they want to know more about. It’s all in a week of discovery!

 

July 29-August 2: Shining Moments

Campers will recap the best parts of summer camp experiences by engaging in art, music, physical games, and social emotional learning activities.

Camp Locations

Summer youth day camp and Preschool camp will be offered in the Shawnee Mission School District June 3 - August 2, 2024. (No camp June 19 and July 4.)

 
CHRISTA MCAULIFFE ELEMENTARY (Ages 5-12) - Limited Availability

15600 W 83rd Street
Lenexa, KS 66219

 
CRESTVIEW ELEMENTARY (Ages 5-12) - Full

6101 Craig Street
Merriam, KS 66202

To be placed on the wait list, you may download and submit the printable Registration Form. If an opening occurs, you will be contacted and given 24 hours to respond. After 24 hours we will move on to the next family on our wait list.

 
PAWNEE ELEMENTARY (Ages 5-12) - Limited Availability

9501 W 91st Street
Overland Park, KS 66212

 
SANTA FE TRAIL ELEMENTARY (Preschool ages 3-5 only) - Limited Availability

7100 Lamar Avenue
Overland Park, KS 66204

Visit the Santa Fe Preschool page for more information and registration for the preschool camp.

Spring Hill School District

AGES: 5-12 
GRADES: Completed Kindergarten-5th Grade
DAYS: Monday - Friday
TIME: 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
FEES: Registration: $55 | Day Camp: $175 | $20 deposit required for each week of camp at registration

Weekly Theme

May 28-31: Light the Torch

We’re fired up for a great summer! Kick things off with fun, friendship, learning and play. Get ready for a summer of reaching new goals.

 

June 3-7: Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

Campers will have the chance to explore acts of kindness and how much we can achieve when we work together. Learn what it means to serve family, friends and neighbors in positive ways.

 

June 10-14: Paris Week

Say “Bonjour!” to summer! Be inspired by adventures found in the wonderful city of Paris - from the Eiffel Tower, Seine River and the Louvre.  We’ll reach new heights, get wet and stay cool through it all!

 

June 17-21: Celebrating Heroes

Help us save the world! Children enjoy a week of fun activities and games as we celebrate all kinds of heroes, from comic books to real life heroes! Explore what makes a hero a hero.

 

June 24-28: Around the World

Campers will face off throughout the week to see who has what it takes to raise their color flag. A variety of games, challenges and other great activities that include art, music and multicultural learning will be offered.

 

July 1-5: Y Games

Experience challenging games that highlight perseverance, grit, teamwork and innovation. We will bring the magic of worldwide sports competition into July. Campers will learn and grow from individual and team challenges.

 

July 8-12: Spirit Week

We celebrate and show our spirit! Campers will have a chance to express themselves through daily themes, and show their giving spirit by learning about community service.

 

July 15-19: Science of Sports

Campers will engage in STEM activities and science content to understand the dynamics and mechanics of sports. It will be a week of physical activity, fun and learning.

 

July 22-26: Show Me Your Talents

Campers will have an opportunity to show their individual talents or explore talents they want to know more about. It’s all in a week of discovery!

 

July 29-August 2: Shining Moments

Campers will recap the best parts of summer camp experiences by engaging in art, music, physical games, and social emotional learning activities.

Camp Location

The following location will be offered May 28 - August 2, 2024. (No camp June 19 or July 4.)

 
TIMBER SAGE ELEMENTARY

15800 W 173rd Terrace
Olathe, KS 66062