Discovery Camp runs Monday–Friday from 9:00 am–4:00 pm.

We also offer Extended Camp at no additional cost to participants in Discovery Camp which consists of supervised activities and structured programs​ before and after the camp day. 

Hours for Extended Camp start at 7:30 am and end at 5:30 pm.

Important Dates: 

• Most camps run from June 26 - August 30.
• There is no Discovery Camp on July 3 or 4, however many Outdoor Day Camp locations offer a special single-day camp on July 3 for kids entering grades 1-6. Register >>
• For programs in the Edmonds School District or Shoreline Public Schools, camp starts June 28.
• For programs in Seattle Public Schools, camp starts July 5.
• For programs in the Kent School District, camp ends August 18.
• For programs in the Lake Washington, and Snoqualmie School Districts, camp ends August 25.
• The final week of camp is three-days from August 28-30.

If your child is entering grades kindergarten to 5 in the fall, then yes, they can be a Discovery Camp camper! 

Kids must be age 5 by the start of their camp week. If your child turns age 5 after June 26, you will need to call our registration team for an override at (206) 382-5022. 

For programs in the Edmonds School District at Chase Lake Elementary, Discovery Camp serves kids entering grades K to 6 in the fall based on the grades served by their elementary schools. 

Registration for day camp will open in March as follows:

• March 1 at 6:00 am: 2022 Day Camp participants, current Before & After-School Enrichment and Early Education participants
• March 8 at 6:00 am: Facility members of the YMCA of Greater Seattle
• March 22 at 6:00 am: Open to all, including interest list

Weekly camp registration closes on the Wednesday prior to the camp session at 5:00 pm. For example, for camp starting on July 10, registration would close on July 5 at 5:00 pm.

Yes, the Y is committed to ensuring all families have access to quality and enriching camp programs. The Y provides financial assistance and a sliding fee schedule.

Please complete this short two minute form to learn more about financial assistance. Our staff we be in contact with you within 3-5 business days once the form is received. 

• Five-day weekly fees: $335 for Y members or $385 for Community members
• July 5-7, August 28-30 three-day weekly fees: $200 for Y members or $230 for Community members (week of July 4 and final week of camp for some locations only.)

A deposit of $15 per week, per camper is due upon registration. Payments draft on the Saturday two weeks prior to each camp session. For example, for camp starting on July 10, payment would be draft on July 1.

The Y is committed to ensuring all families have access to quality and enriching camp programs. The Y provides financial assistance and a sliding fee schedule. Please complete this short two minute form to learn more about financial assistance. Our staff we be in contact with you within 3-5 business days once the form is received. 

We recognize that these schedules are ever evolving.  We will adjust camp program dates and fees if needed and communicate any changes with you. Thanks for your patience and flexibility.

We hope to offer field trips to enrichment activities, local parks, and beaches that align with the weekly themes.

For cancellations, changes, or transfers, we require written notice via this form by end of day on Wednesday, 12 days prior to the start of the session week. For example, for camp starting on July 10, cancellations must be made by June 28.

Camp deposits are non-refundable and may not be transferred to account balances except for other camp programs. The Y reserves the right to charge a $25 fee for multiple registration changes. No refunds or credits will be given for absences, withdrawals, disciplinary suspensions, or removal of a camper.

Failure to complete requirements for attendance, including paperwork and payment, that result in days missed from camp will not be refunded or credited.

Please email us at registration@seattleymca.org or call (206) 382-5022 and press 3. Our registration team is available between the hours of 7:00 am–5:00 pm, Monday–Friday.