Mission Valley YMCA Day Camp

4.6

5505 Friars Rd, San Diego, CA 92110

Sports
Outdoor & adventure
Art
STEM
Dance
Music
Sports
Outdoor & adventure
Art
STEM
Dance
Music
Boys & girls aged 5-17•Mon–Fri from 7:30AM–5PM•25/day & 100/week
Boys & girls aged 5-17
Mon–Fri from 7:30AM–5PM
25/day & 100/week

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Adventure, friendship, and growth at Mission Valley YMCA!

Confidence-building, friend-making, and passion-discovering are what this program is all about! Designed to nurture potential in a safe, inclusive, and energetic environment, kids can explore sports, arts, STEM, and outdoor adventures. The caring staff and supportive community encourage teamwork, leadership, and personal growth. With extended care, sibling discounts, and accessibility for all, your child is sure to have a blast!
Confidence-building, friend-making, and passion-discovering are what this program is all about! Designed to nurture potential in a safe, inclusive, and energetic environment, kids can explore sports, arts, STEM, and outdoor adventures. The caring staff and supportive community encourage teamwork, leadership, and personal growth. With extended care, sibling discounts, and accessibility for all, your child is sure to have a blast!

Location & hours

5505 Friars Rd, San Diego, CA 92110

Monday

8AM - 4:30PM

Tuesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Wednesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Thursday

8AM - 4:30PM

Friday

8AM - 4:30PM

Saturday

8AM - 4:30PM

Sunday

Closed

Activities

Sports
Swimming
Arts-and-Crafts
STEM
Field-Trips
Gymnastics
Dance
Outdoor-Activities
Leadership
Team-Games
Science
Nature
Music
Gardening
Cooking
Fishing
Drama
Skits
Camp-Songs
Fitness
Archery
Rock-Climbing
Basketball
Soccer
Volleyball
Hiking
Board-Games
Group-Games
Talent-Shows
Water-Play
Yoga
Martial-Arts
Creative-Writing
Photography
Movie-Making
Coding
Robotics
Environmental-Education
Animal-Encounters
Community-Service
Cultural-Activities
Mindfulness
Friendship-Building
Sports
Outdoor & adventure
Art
STEM
Dance
Music
Sports
Swimming
Arts-and-Crafts
STEM
Field-Trips
Gymnastics
Dance
Outdoor-Activities
Leadership
Team-Games
Science
Nature
Music
Gardening
Cooking
Fishing
Drama
Skits
Camp-Songs
Fitness
Archery
Rock-Climbing
Basketball
Soccer
Volleyball
Hiking
Board-Games
Group-Games
Talent-Shows
Water-Play
Yoga
Martial-Arts
Creative-Writing
Photography
Movie-Making
Coding
Robotics
Environmental-Education
Animal-Encounters
Community-Service
Cultural-Activities
Mindfulness
Friendship-Building

Schedule

Sun
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Sat

8:00 AM

-

Schedule may vary based on day of the week or extended care.

Pricing

$85-$111

/day

$$600-$775

/week

Summer camp pricing
Member rate: $675
Non-member rate: $695
Orange County YMCA rate: $775 for 8 days/7 nights
YMCA of the Desert: $600 for one week
Day Camp (local residents, ages 6-13): July 21-25, 2025
Financial assistance is available through the Open Doors program (apply by May 9, 2025).
Pricing typically includes accommodations, meals, activities, a camp t-shirt, and sometimes transportation and a photo yearbook.
Member discounts available.
Registration for 2025 is open, but some programs are already full.
No daily drop-in option; rates are based on full sessions.
Summer camp pricing
Member rate: $675
Non-member rate: $695
Orange County YMCA rate: $775 for 8 days/7 nights
YMCA of the Desert: $600 for one week
Day Camp (local residents, ages 6-13): July 21-25, 2025
Financial assistance is available through the Open Doors program (apply by May 9, 2025).
Pricing typically includes accommodations, meals, activities, a camp t-shirt, and sometimes transportation and a photo yearbook.
Member discounts available.
Registration for 2025 is open, but some programs are already full.
No daily drop-in option; rates are based on full sessions.

Visit YMCA Camp Oakes's website for the latest and most accurate pricing info.

Additional information

Food: All meals and snacks are included in the camp fee, so you don’t have to worry about packing lunches.
Transportation is sometimes included, depending on the YMCA branch you register with.
Camp Oakes is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), ensuring high safety and program standards.
There’s a special day camp session for local residents in July.
The camp is fully co-ed and welcomes children of all backgrounds.
Financial assistance is available for qualifying families; don’t hesitate to ask about support if you need it.
Food: All meals and snacks are included in the camp fee, so you don’t have to worry about packing lunches.
Transportation is sometimes included, depending on the YMCA branch you register with.
Camp Oakes is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), ensuring high safety and program standards.
There’s a special day camp session for local residents in July.
The camp is fully co-ed and welcomes children of all backgrounds.
Financial assistance is available for qualifying families; don’t hesitate to ask about support if you need it.

Birthdays

No birthday party hosting information found

Affiliations:

YMCA, ACA

Hours of operation

Monday

8AM - 4:30PM

Tuesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Wednesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Thursday

8AM - 4:30PM

Friday

8AM - 4:30PM

Saturday

8AM - 4:30PM

Sunday

Closed

Extras

Birthdays

Food

ACA

Accessible

Food

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What people are saying

4.6
My child loved the activities and caring staff!

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