SUMMER CAMP
Make this summer unforgettable at the Lakewood Family YMCA! Our 10-week Summer Day Camp, aligned with the Long Beach Unified School District summer break, provides a fun, safe, and enriching experience for children entering TK through 8th grade.
Designed for working families, our full-day camps feature age-appropriate activities that encourage friendship, teamwork, creativity, and confidence. Guided by caring, trained staff, campers enjoy games, hands-on experiences, and new adventures in a welcoming environment where every child can learn, grow, and belong.
Join us for a summer of fun, friendship, and unforgettable memories at the Y!
Contact Us
Aiko Lopez
Program Director
Email: aiko.lopez@LBymca.org
Phone: 562.635.8803
Jessica Quintero
Program Manager
Email: jessica.quintero@LBYmca.org
Phone: 562.542.2605
Fernando Contreras
CHS & Crystal Stairs Support
Email: fernando.contreras@LBymca.org
Phone: 562.542.2608
Traditional Camp is a fun and enriching summer experience for children in grades TK–8th. *Participants must be 4 years 9 months at the start of camp to participate.
Each day brings fun-filled activities that build friendships and create lasting memories. Campers will embark on a field trip or participate in a campus event each week.
- Explorers: TK-K
- Buccaneers: 1st
- Rangers: 2nd
- Pioneers: 3rd-4th
- Adventure: 5th-6th
- Teens: 7th-8th
- Art: K-8th
- Aqua: K-8th
- Basketball: K-8th
- Culinary: K-5th
- Gymnastics: K-5th
- Traditional Gymnastics
- Dance Gymnastics
- Ninja Gymnastics
- Nerf Gymnastics - LEGO: K-3rd
- STEM Discovery
- BRICKCRAFT Adventure
- Dino Design - Mad Science: 1st-8th
- Robotics:
- Learn Coding: 1st-3rd
- Explore Coding: 4th-6th
- Bash'em Bots: 4th-6th - Tennis: K-5th
C.I.T. (Counselor in Training) camp is a leadership program where participants grades 9th-12th join a younger age group (TK–2nd grade) and shadow camp counselors throughout daily activities. They learn how to be positive role models, support campers, and gain hands-on experience in what it means to be a camp counselor.
*Please note: this program offering is available weeks 2-9 of camp only.
- Can I register my 4 year old for Day Camp?
Before the start of the camp week, campers must be at least 4 years and 9 months old. In addition, campers must be potty trained and able to change in and out of their swimsuit independently.
- What items should my camper bring to camp each day?
Please send your camper with a packed lunch, snacks, a refillable water bottle, sunscreen, a hat, and closed toed shoes. Sandals, crocs, and slippers are not allowed.
- Can my camper switch from Specialty Camp to Traditional Camp during the week?
Campers cannot switch from one camp to the other once the week has started. Changes to any week of camp must be done before the start of the week in question. Once the change has been confirmed in writing by the Program Director or Manager, the camper may sign in to the desired camp.
- Can I request that my camper be in the same group as their friends?
Our camp groups are determined by grade the camper will be entering in the fall. As long as they are in the same grade(s), they will be in the same camp group. Please refer to the "Traditional Camp" drop down button above.
- How do I cancel a week of camp?
Camp can be cancelled by emailing the Camp Director at aiko.lopez@LBymca.org or filling out a cancellation form in person at our Welcome Center at least 7 days before the camp week starts to avoid the charge from processing.
Please note that deposits are non-refundable.
- When will information on the camp week be available?
Pre-camp emails will be sent on the Thursday before the start of each camp week.