Kids’ programs

• Ages 4–12

Holy Child Academy's Traditional Camp offers 10 weeks of summer fun from June 8 to August 14, 2026 for rising Pre-K through 6th grade students. With half-day and full-day options, campers enjoy a summer of fun, friendship, and discovery.

• Social
• Ages 12–13

New in 2026, the Junior Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Program at Holy Child Academy is designed for rising 7th and 8th graders to build leadership skills while staying engaged in the camp community. This program runs alongside the broader summer camp schedule from June 8 to August 14, 2026.

Keep your kids active at the Y!

• Arts

Millions of adults have a Y Story from their youth. Why?Because the Y plays an integral part in helping children grow and thrive. It's where they learn about caring, honesty, respect, and responsibili

The Philadelphia YMCA offers programs for youth with special needs, for all abilities, in Philadelphia and the surrounding region.

• Sports

Youth Sports at the Greater Philadelphia YMCA are an excellent way to get your kids active. When kids participate in youth sports programs, they build the foundational skills necessary to develop as m

• Sports

Get in the game at the Y! Below you will find pricing and availability for programs that are open for registration or are opening soon. If you see there is only one spot left in a class, make sure to

• Sports

Enjoy the water in one of the Y's world-class pools!

• Sports

The Philadelphia YMCA offers year-round swimming programs and lessons for members of all ages.

• Sports

You're ready to improve your swimming skills at the Y! Below you will find pricing and availability for programs that are open for registration or are opening soon. If you see there is only one spot l

• Sports

Certified Philadelphia YMCA swim instructors give private and semi-private lessons for all swimming abilities, ages 3 and up.

Fun, Trusted Care, and Savings When You Register Early

• Sports

Accessible. Equitable. Development-Driven.

• Sports

Intentional staff and volunteer strategy focused on cultivating values and skills through sports prgoramming.

• Outdoor

Located on a 54-acre property in Berwyn, the Upper Main Line YMCA Environmental and STEM Education Complex offers seasonal programming, summer camps, special events, and outreach activities.

• Arts

Whether you're looking to start a new hobby, jump back into a past love or meet up with some friends, the Y has everything you are looking for, all in one place.

• Outdoor

The YMCA is committed to providing experiences for children and families to develop and foster a greater appreciation for the natural world.

• Outdoor

Located on a scenic 54-acre property in Berwyn, the Upper Main Line YMCA Environmental and STEM Education Complex offers seasonal programming, summer camps and special events as well as outreach activ

• STEM

Helping kids be successful in school and in life through early learning and educational offerings

• Outdoor

The Cassatt Preserve has over 20-acres of diverse habitats including woodlands, wetlands, a meadow, the headwaters of Darby Creek, plus over 5 miles of trails. Over 130 species of birds have been reco

• Outdoor

The UMLY Nature Center, open since 1998, houses 19 animal ambassadors that visitors, campers, and students can meet.

• Outdoor

The UMLY barnyard has goats, sheep, and chickens that visitors can meet.

• Outdoor

The UMLY Raptor Center houses hawks and owls that came from wildlife rehabilitation centers with permanent disabilities that prevent their release.

• STEM

The UMLY complex has two STEM labs, used for activities like making elephant toothpaste, building robot courses, and testing whether candy floats.