West Suburban YMCA Specialty Camps
Camp is a home away from home where kids laugh, learn, explore, and grow in the outdoors, while creating memories and friendships that last a lifetime. At Summer Day Camp, caring and professional role models help create experiences that build character, confidence, and the framework of our youth. All of our day camps strive to instill the Y’s four core values of honesty, caring, respect, and responsibility into every activity, every day.
PARENT INFORMATION
2026 CAMP AVAILABILITY
Weeks 1-9 (June 15 – August 14)
CAMP HOURS
Monday-Friday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
CAMPER DROP-OFF & PICK-UP
Drop Off | 7:00- 9:00 AM
Pick Up | 4:00 – 6:00 PM
Drop off and pick up will be located on the northeast end of the West Suburban YMCA parking lot.
ABSENCES & SCHEDULE CHANGES
If your child will be absent, arrive late or need to be picked up early, please contact the Day Camp Office at 414-454-4633 prior to 8:00 AM, email us at [email protected] or leave a message during non-business hours.
Camp Particiation
Campers must be able to participate independently, as our program does not include one-on-one care. Families are responsible for securing and funding an aide if needed.
CAMP SAFETY
The YMCA of Greater Waukesha County takes the health and safety of each camper seriously. We will monitor CDC and other local and state agencies’ recommendations to make sure we are implementing protocols to keep campers healthy to the best of our ability.
ENROLLMENT APPLICATION
APPLICATION INFO
Applications are not finalized until confirmation is received from the Billing & Registration Office.
Online
- If you have an online account with us, select the “Login & Enroll” button. If you do not have a login, learn how to create or manage your account. To add a child to your existing online account, please complete a Membership Change Form. This can be done before registration opens and may take up to 3 business days to process.
- Once logged in, select your child, enter their information, select the weeks you need camp, answer the required questions, and add the camps to your cart.
- Please note: You must complete the full application at one time, and the online process allows you 45 minutes to complete the application. You must apply for each week individually. Be prepared to have your child’s immunization records ready prior to starting the application.
- If you have additional children you wish to register for camp, select the next child and repeat the process.
- A non-refundable $30 deposit is due for each week of camp (per child) at the time of application.
- The Billing & Registration Office will contact you once your application has been finalized.
In Person
Online applications are preferred. If you are unable to apply online, please contact us directly.
REMINDERS
- Capacities are limited and is based on availability; please apply early.
- Deposits are non-refundable, but may be transferred to another week of camp based on availability.
- Late payments will result in a $15 late fee per child, per week. All payments must be made before a child can attend camp each week.
- Application submission closes at 12:00 PM on the Monday prior to the start of the camp week. Please make note of each due date (listed on the Payment Information Webpage) as this policy will be strictly enforced.
FORMS & PUBLICATIONS
PAYMENT POLICIES & CALENDAR
PAYMENT POLICIES
Deposits
A $30 deposit is due for each week of camp at the time of application. Third Party Billing, Wisconsin Shares Child Care Assistance, and CLTS, contact Billing & Registration Office for deposit information. Deposits are non-refundable, but may be transferred to another week of camp based on availability.
Balance Payments
Payments are due by 12 PM on the Monday prior to the camp week. All final balance payments are scheduled to be drafted, per the schedule below, via the card provided online at registration or a Payment Authorization Form. Please contact the Billing and Registration Office if alternate payment arrangements are needed. Payments will not be accepted by camp staff at drop off or pick up. The YMCA will not distribute payment reminders or bills. It is your responsibility to pay the remaining balance on time. Camp payments are non-refundable, and your child will not be permitted to attend if the balance remains unpaid.
Late Fees
Late payments will result in a $15 late fee per child, per week. All payments MUST be made before attending camp.
Cancellations, Refunds, and Credits
If a cancellation request is initiated by 12 PM on the Monday prior to the start of the camp week, a Y program credit will be issued minus the $30 deposit. If a cancellation request is initiated fewer than seven days prior to the start of the camp week, no Y program credit will be issued. The entire deposit and balance paid is forfeited. If payment is not received prior to the cancellation deadline, you are still responsible for the full balance, regardless of whether or not your child attends camp. Refunds will not be issued for any Summer Day Camp programs.
Changes
To request a change in schedule or to cancel, please contact the Billing & Registration Office by 12 PM on the Monday prior to the start of camp and complete a camp change form. Changes may not be honored due to camp availability.
2026 PAYMENT CALENDAR
Final payment and application due by 12 PM on the Monday prior to the start of the camp week.
*No camp available July 3, 2026 at Elmbrook Steam Camp & Elmbrook Wrap Camp.
| Week 1: June 15-19 | Due June 8 |
| Week 2: June 22-26 | Due June 15 |
| Week 3: June 29-July 3* | Due June 22 |
| Week 4: July 6-July 10 | Due June 29 |
| Week 5: July 13-17 | Due July 6 |
| Week 6: July 20-24 | Due July 13 |
| Week 7: July 27-31 | Due July 20 |
| Week 8: August 3-7 | Due July 27 |
| Week 9: August 10-14 | Due August 3 |
| Week 10: August 17-21 | Due August 10 |
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
WISCONSIN SHARES CHILD CARE ASSISTANCE
The YMCA of Greater Waukesha County offers many Summer Day Camps that are licensed by the Department of Children and Families and accept Wisconsin Shares Child Care Assistance.
Contact your Wisconsin Shares office for approval as you must have authorization before we can register your child for Summer Day Camp.
Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Waukesha Counties
Washington Counties
YMCA of Greater Waukesha County Provider Number
4000558914
Location Numbers
| Big Bend | 011 |
| Burleigh | 016 |
| Mukwonago | 006 |
| Poplar Creek | 024 |
| Prairie View (MK) | 010 |
| Ronald Reagan | 021 |
| Southwest | 012 |
| Tonawanda | 018 |
| Tri County | 013 |
| Waukesha | 004 |
| West Suburban | 014 |
PRICING
2026 Specialty Camp
FULL WEEK OPTION
Children attend all five days during the chosen week and participate in specialty camp activities.
Ages 7-13
$249/Member | $289/Program Participant
2026 Specialty Camp Weekly Themes
Secret Agent
Week 1 | June 15-19
Calling all spies. Get ready for a harrowing spy adventure! Agents in training must follow clues and connect the dots before it’s too late! Campers must work together to crack codes, travel stealthily, and catch villains.
y-tank
Week 2 | June 22-26
Join us for a week of full ingenuity, collaboration and fun! Campers will be split into teams, where they will work together to develop, design, and create a new product to be presented to our Y Camp investors at the end of the week!
Y Chefs International*
Week 3 | June 29-July 3
Cooking up fun. Put on your aprons and grab your passports as we take a culinary adventure around the globe. Expand your cooking repertoire and cookbook with recipes from various countries, as well as a day dedicated to local Wisconsin cuisine.
*Please contact your Camp Director if your child has severe food allergies before registering for this camp.
Sports of All Sorts
Week 4 | July 6-10
Indulge in a plethora of sports from volleyball to basketball, pickleball to soccer. Campers will learn the rules and strategies needed for a variety of sports at a recreational beginner’s level of play.
Storytelling and Drama
WEEK 5 | July 13-17
Telling stories is a time-honored tradition that has evolved through the centuries. Campers will write stories and produce a short play including writing a script and creating costumes and props.
Lemonade stand
Week 6 | July 20-24
When life gives you lemons. Spend the week with us and get a glimpse into what it takes to run a successful business. Start with company structuring by assigning jobs, responsibilities, and titles. Then sample your product in the test kitchen with a randomly selected panel. Finally, take your product to the public and sell as much lemonade as you can. All proceeds benefit youth programs.
zoology
Week 7 | July 27-31
Get wild about learning. Campers will learn about the amazing animal kingdom this week. We’ll talk about animal characteristics, interactions, and environments, as well as the structure and functions of specific body types.
Wizardly World
Week 7 | July 27-31
Feel the magic. Experience a week-long journey filled with magic! Campers will have the opportunity to express their love for the wizarding world through a house sorting ceremony, games of quidditch, and a hunt for the Sorcerer’s Stone!
Ninja warriors
Week 8 | August 3-7
Strength to play all day. Campers’ strength, flexibility, and agility will be tested as we turn into true ninja warriors. Join us for obstacle courses, games, and workouts that teach campers to live an active and healthy lifestyle.
creative genius
Week 8 | August 3-7
Spark your creativity. Campers will get creative with their hands and imagination! Each day, campers will focus on different art mediums. All masterpieces will be sent home at the end of the week.
master builders
Week 9 | August 10-14
Building strong foundations. For campers who love to build, Master Builders takes design concepts and applies them in fun and creative ways. Campers will spend their days participating in group builds using a variety of materials and free brick play.
Thank you to our 2026 Summer Day Camp Sponsor, Wisconsin Vision, for partnering with us to help build a strong, healthy, and happy community.
CONTACT INFO
BECOME A CAMP
COUNSELOR TODAY
As a Camp Counselor with the Y, you will have the opportunity to develop leadership skills, plan and problem solve, and build relationships-all while making lasting memories and having lots of fun.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE FOR SUMMER
2026 Weekly Themes
Week 1 | June 15-19
Secret Agent
Week 2 | June 22-26
Y-Tank
Week 3 | June 29-July 3
Y Chefs International
Week 4 | July 6-10
Sports of All Sorts
WEEK 5 | July 13-17
Storytelling & Drama
Week 6 | July 20-24
Lemonade Stand
Week 7 | July 27-31
Zoology
Wizardly World
Week 8 | August 3-7
Ninja Warriors
Creative Genius
Week 9 | August 10-14
Master Builders