Registration for the annual YMCA Summer Day Camp programme is now open. Camps will take place from Tuesday, 2 July to Friday, 23 August, making it one of the only camps on island running the entire eight weeks of summer break. Camps are spread across three locations – Field of Dreams (FOD), Camana Bay Sports Complex (CBSC) and the Youth Centre at the Cayman Islands Baptist Church (CIBC) in Savannah. Additional days of camp have recently been added due to the number of schools breaking early for the summer. Families can now register for Y Fun Days offered Wednesday – Friday, 26-28 June at the Field of Dreams.

“The YMCA is excited to make it a “Summer to Remember” for families who are seeking a safe environment for their children to stay active, make new friends and have fun! Our caring, well-trained staff members are dedicated to providing new, exciting and character-building experiences and memories that will last a lifetime. We are all looking forward to a fun and impactful summer,” says Jenny Stuesser who oversees the Day Camp programme.

Families can choose from six unique camp experiences, open to varying age groups, says Mrs. Stuesser. “Whether they’re problem-solving on the ropes course or developing their swim skills at the pool, kids will be a part of a camp experience that is founded on the Y Character Development Programme, which integrates the values of honesty, caring, respect, responsibility and faith into all we do.”

New this year is Discovery Camp, a STEM-focused camp (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) which will include activities such as wild science experiments, discovery with drones, and LEGO engineering. This programme is open to kids ages 8 to 12 and takes place at the CIBC Youth Centre (Savannah).

2019 YMCA “Summer to Remember!” Day Camp Options

Traditional Day Camp

Running for the full eight weeks, Traditional Day Camp will explore a variety of different themes and activities throughout the summer. From discovering the world of sports to the great mysteries of the universe, there’s no shortage of fun at Y Camp!

Island Explorer

Campers will spend their time visiting exciting attractions island-wide, from local heritage sites to some of Cayman’s top visitor attractions, each day will bring a new adventure!

Y Junior Chef

Budding chefs will get hands-on experience in the kitchen as they learn to whip up their favourite meals, food-to-go and after-school treats. Campers will explore cultural and traditional foods as they visit local farms, markets, restaurants and gardens island-wide. This summer’s challenge: create a recipe for a Summer to Remember!

Adventure Camp

This camp features action-packed days of outdoor exploration. Kids will come home happy, tired and with a new experience every day! Featured activities include climbing, cookouts, water sports, beach exploration, archery, and much more!

Teen Challenge Camp

This half-day programme explores the great outdoors through a variety of land and

water-based excursions. Teens will participate in fun outdoor challenges on the new Y ropes course and beyond, developing leadership skills and friendships at the same time.

For more information about camp options, prices or to begin the registration process online, log on to www.ymcacayman.ky. On-site registration is open weekdays from 9:00am to 5:00pm at the Field of Dreams. The Day Camp team can also be reached at [email protected]. Financial Assistance is available for families in need. For more information about financial assistance please email [email protected].

Follow the Y’s Facebook page @YmcaOfTheCaymanIslands and Instagram @ymcacayman for updates on camps and other Y programmes.