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Holiday Camp
Winter break is a wonderful time of year! To best prepare, now is the time to think about what your kids will be doing during their two weeks off from school. The YMCA of Austin has your answer! Our Holiday Camps offer care at five locations from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM with trained Youth Development Leaders, who will guide your child through a fun and engaging array of themed crafts, organized games, field trips, two swimming outings at a Y branch, and other enriching activities!
All activities are based on the Y's character development values and the Search Institute's 40 Developmental Assets. You can enjoy peace of mind knowing that your camper is enjoying enrichment activities under the watchful eyes of skilled and qualified YMCA counselors. Your camper will make new friends, gain confidence, and expand their horizons!
News: Winter Holiday Camp Registration is Open!
Theme: Polar Expeditions - Download PDF of the curriculum here!
Locations: East Communities YMCA (East), Hays Communities YMCA (map), Presidential Meadows (Manor), Jollyville Elementary (Northwest), Cowan Elementary (South)
Ages: 5-12 years old
Dates & Times: December 26 - 28; January 2 - 4
Camp is open from 7:30am-6pm daily
Weekly Program Fees:
3-day weeks - Y Members: $105 Non-Members $126
Registration: Opens October 24th until December 19th.
Four Easy Ways to Register:
- Online: Week 1 | Week 2
- By Email (via scanned registration form below)
- By Mail (3208 Red River, Suite 100; Austin, TX 78705)
- In Person (3208 Red River, Suite 100; Austin, TX 78705)
2018 Holiday Camp Registration Form
2018 Forma de Inscripción para el Campamento de Invierno
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received 14 days in advance from effective date. Cancellations will take up to 2-3 business days for processing. A $25.00 cancellation fee will incur if the cancellation request is submitted with less than a 14 day notice. No refunds will be given for cancellations less than 5 days prior to each session. For more information on our cancellation policy, please contact Program Services at 512-236-9622.
To cancel, please complete this online Google Form: Online Cancellation Form.
You will receive a cancellation confirmation email once your request has been completed. If you have any questions about cancellations, then please contact our Registration Coordinator Natalie Ross at Natalie.Ross@austinymca.org or 512-236-9622 ext. 327.
Financial Assistance Policy: YMCA of Austin programs and activities are designed to benefit persons of all backgrounds, and fees are based on the cost of providing each program. While participants are expected to pay their fair share, when financial assistance dollars are available, the YMCA will assist any individual or family that wants to participate but cannot afford the fee.
Financial Assistance is awarded on a first come, first served basis. Only completed applications will be accepted and reviewed. Funds are limited, and we recommend applying early.
Financial Assistance Application | Aplicación de Asistencia Económica
For details on Holiday Camp Financial Assistance, contact Accounts Director Joseluis Flores or email psfinancialassistance@austinymca.org for questions and the application process.
Swimming & Field Trip Schedules:
| Camp | Swim Days | Swim Time* | Swimming Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hays YMCA | Wednesday & Friday | 12:00 - 1:00 pm | Hays YMCA |
| East Communities YMCA | Wednesday & Friday | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | North Austin YMCA |
| Presidential Meadows | Wednesday & Friday | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Northwest YMCA |
| Cowan | Wednesday & Friday | Mon.: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM; Weds.: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Hays YMCA |
| Jollyville | Wednesday & Friday | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Northwest Austin YMCA |
| Camp | Dec 27th Field Trip Location | Dec 27th Field Trip Time* | Jan 3rd Field Trip Location | Jan 3rd Field Trip Time* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hays YMCA | Austin Aquarium | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm | The Peanuts Movie Alamo Drafthouse - Slaughter | 9:00 am - 11:00 am |
| East Communities YMCA | Austin Aquarium | 11:00 am - 12:30 pm | The Peanuts Movie Alamo Drafthouse - Mueller | 9:00 am - 11:00 am |
| Presidential Meadows | Austin Aquarium | 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm | The Peanuts Movie Alamo Drafthouse - Mueller | 9:00 am - 11:00 am |
| Cowan | Austin Aquarium | 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm | The Peanuts Movie Alamo Drafthouse - Slaughter | 9:00 am - 11:00 am |
| Jollyville | The Peanuts Movie Alamo Drafthouse - Lakeline | 9:00 am - 11:00 am | Austin Aquarium | 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm |
*This table does not include travel time from/to the swim and field trip locations. Please keep swim/field trip travel times in mind when dropping off/picking up your child(ren).
Camp Directors:
Marisol Prins Program Director II 512-236-9622 ext. 321
Shana Chung Program Director II 512-236-9622 ext. 333
Andie Connors Program Director II 512-236-9622 ext. 361
Cortnie Jones Program Director I 512-236-9622 ext. 320
Megan Gonzalez Program Director I 512-236-9622 ext. 336
Napoleon Griffin Program Director I 512-236-9622 ext. 350
Joanna Jaynes Program Director I 512-236-9622 ext. 324
Marisa Redd Business Director 512-236-9622 ext. 323
Shayna Molinar Associate Executive 512-236-9622 ext. 322
Andrew Wiggins District Executive 512-236-9622 ext. 328
Email Program Services YMCA or call 512-236-9622 with questions