Kindercamp: Taylor Family YMCA
Summer 2025
Kindercamp is a half-day summer day camp for our littlest campers. These half-day programs are a great introduction to the structure and rhythm of day camp. Days are filled with songs, games, water play, circle time and crafts. We keep our ratios intentionally low so each camper can have plenty of one-on-one attention and care.
Campers spend time inside and outside during the day depending on the weather and activity. Read more about a typical day at YMCA Day Camp.
Three-day week options are also available, for which fees are adjusted.
Camp is open to potty-trained kids ages 3 - rising K and is located at the Taylor Family YMCA (101 YMCA Drive, Cary, NC).
We can’t wait to see your children this summer! Find answers to frequently asked questions here.
OTHER CAMPS OFFERED BY THE TAYLOR FAMILY YMCA
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Nature Explorers
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Campers will observe the world around them through nature walks, leaf rubbings and outdoor play. It’s a gentle introduction to exploring and appreciating the outdoors. |
Mon - Fri
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Jun 23 - Jun 27 | 8:30 am - 1:00 pm | M:$174 PP:$218 | 3 - 5 |
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Campers will observe the world around them through nature walks, leaf rubbings and outdoor play. It’s a gentle introduction to exploring and appreciating the outdoors. |
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Nature Explorers
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Campers will observe the world around them through nature walks, leaf rubbings and outdoor play. It’s a gentle introduction to exploring and appreciating the outdoors. |
Mon, Wed, Fri
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Jun 23 - Jun 27 | 8:30 am - 1:00 pm | M:$105 PP:$132 | 3 - 5 |
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Campers will observe the world around them through nature walks, leaf rubbings and outdoor play. It’s a gentle introduction to exploring and appreciating the outdoors. |
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Under the Sea Adventure
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We’re diving into ocean fun with sea creature crafts, splash play and underwater-themed games. It’s a wave of excitement from start to finish! |
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
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Jun 30 - Jul 3 | 8:30 am - 1:00 pm | M:$139 PP:$174 | 3 - 5 |
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We’re diving into ocean fun with sea creature crafts, splash play and underwater-themed games. It’s a wave of excitement from start to finish! |
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Under the Sea Adventure
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We’re diving into ocean fun with sea creature crafts, splash play and underwater-themed games. It’s a wave of excitement from start to finish! |
Mon, Wed
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Jun 30 - Jul 2 | 8:30 am - 1:00 pm | M:$83 PP:$88 | 3 - 5 |
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We’re diving into ocean fun with sea creature crafts, splash play and underwater-themed games. It’s a wave of excitement from start to finish! |
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Superhero in Training
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Campers will practice their super skills with teamwork games, obstacle courses and heroic crafts. Capes and big imaginations encouraged! |
Mon - Fri
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Jul 7 - Jul 11 | 8:30 am - 1:00 pm | M:$174 PP:$218 | 3 - 5 |
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Campers will practice their super skills with teamwork games, obstacle courses and heroic crafts. Capes and big imaginations encouraged! |
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Superhero in Training
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Campers will practice their super skills with teamwork games, obstacle courses and heroic crafts. Capes and big imaginations encouraged! |
Mon, Wed, Fri
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Jul 7 - Jul 11 | 8:30 am - 1:00 pm | M:$105 PP:$132 | 3 - 5 |
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Campers will practice their super skills with teamwork games, obstacle courses and heroic crafts. Capes and big imaginations encouraged! |
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Construction Zone
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It’s a week of building, digging and creating! Campers will use blocks, tools and teamwork to bring their construction ideas to life. |
Mon - Fri
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Jul 14 - Jul 18 | 8:30 am - 1:00 pm | M:$174 PP:$218 | 3 - 5 |
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It’s a week of building, digging and creating! Campers will use blocks, tools and teamwork to bring their construction ideas to life. |
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Construction Zone
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It’s a week of building, digging and creating! Campers will use blocks, tools and teamwork to bring their construction ideas to life. |
Mon, Wed, Fri
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Jul 14 - Jul 18 | 8:30 am - 1:00 pm | M:$105 PP:$132 | 3 - 5 |
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It’s a week of building, digging and creating! Campers will use blocks, tools and teamwork to bring their construction ideas to life. |
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Dino Dig
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Roar! We’re traveling back in time to explore the world of dinosaurs with fossil digs, dino crafts and prehistoric play. |
Mon - Fri
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Jul 21 - Jul 25 | 8:30 am - 1:00 pm | M:$174 PP:$218 | 3 - 5 |
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Roar! We’re traveling back in time to explore the world of dinosaurs with fossil digs, dino crafts and prehistoric play. |
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Dino Dig
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Roar! We’re traveling back in time to explore the world of dinosaurs with fossil digs, dino crafts and prehistoric play. |
Mon, Wed, Fri
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Jul 21 - Jul 25 | 8:30 am - 1:00 pm | M:$105 PP:$132 | 3 - 5 |
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Roar! We’re traveling back in time to explore the world of dinosaurs with fossil digs, dino crafts and prehistoric play. |
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Space Exploration
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Campers will blast off into outer space with rocket crafts, planet games and plenty of cosmic fun. Get ready to explore the galaxy! |
Mon - Fri
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Jul 28 - Aug 1 | 8:30 am - 1:00 pm | M:$174 PP:$218 | 3 - 5 |
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Campers will blast off into outer space with rocket crafts, planet games and plenty of cosmic fun. Get ready to explore the galaxy! |
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Space Exploration
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Campers will blast off into outer space with rocket crafts, planet games and plenty of cosmic fun. Get ready to explore the galaxy! |
Mon, Wed, Fri
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Jul 28 - Aug 1 | 8:30 am - 1:00 pm | M:$105 PP:$132 | 3 - 5 |
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Campers will blast off into outer space with rocket crafts, planet games and plenty of cosmic fun. Get ready to explore the galaxy! |
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Animal Kingdom
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From jungle creatures to pets at home, this week is all about animals big and small. Campers will move like animals, create habitats and go on pretend safaris. |
Mon - Fri
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Aug 4 - Aug 8 | 8:30 am - 1:00 pm | M:$174 PP:$218 | 3 - 5 |
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From jungle creatures to pets at home, this week is all about animals big and small. Campers will move like animals, create habitats and go on pretend safaris. |
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Animal Kingdom
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From jungle creatures to pets at home, this week is all about animals big and small. Campers will move like animals, create habitats and go on pretend safaris. |
Mon, Wed, Fri
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Aug 4 - Aug 8 | 8:30 am - 1:00 pm | M:$105 PP:$132 | 3 - 5 |
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From jungle creatures to pets at home, this week is all about animals big and small. Campers will move like animals, create habitats and go on pretend safaris. |
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Baking Bonanza
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Little chefs will mix, measure and pretend to bake their way through a week of sweet fun. It’s a hands-on theme full of sensory play and creativity. |
Mon - Fri
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Aug 11 - Aug 15 | 8:30 am - 1:00 pm | M:$174 PP:$218 | 3 - 5 |
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Little chefs will mix, measure and pretend to bake their way through a week of sweet fun. It’s a hands-on theme full of sensory play and creativity. |
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Baking Bonanza
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Little chefs will mix, measure and pretend to bake their way through a week of sweet fun. It’s a hands-on theme full of sensory play and creativity. |
Mon, Wed, Fri
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Aug 11 - Aug 15 | 8:30 am - 1:00 pm | M:$105 PP:$132 | 3 - 5 |
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Little chefs will mix, measure and pretend to bake their way through a week of sweet fun. It’s a hands-on theme full of sensory play and creativity. |
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All About Me
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We’re ending the summer by celebrating each camper! Through art, stories and games, children will reflect on their favorite memories and what makes them unique. |
Mon - Fri
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Aug 18 - Aug 22 | 8:30 am - 1:00 pm | M:$174 PP:$218 | 3 - 5 |
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We’re ending the summer by celebrating each camper! Through art, stories and games, children will reflect on their favorite memories and what makes them unique. |
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All About Me
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We’re ending the summer by celebrating each camper! Through art, stories and games, children will reflect on their favorite memories and what makes them unique. |
Mon, Wed, Fri
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Aug 18 - Aug 22 | 8:30 am - 1:00 pm | M:$105 PP:$132 | 3 - 5 |
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We’re ending the summer by celebrating each camper! Through art, stories and games, children will reflect on their favorite memories and what makes them unique. |
Kindercamp Details
Rides In
Rides In (drop off) will take place at the Taylor Family YMCA Pool House. From 8:30 - 9 a.m., we will have a staff member in that loop opening car doors, greeting you and checking campers in. For drop off at Rides In, please use the second entrance to the Taylor Y (if you are coming off of Cary Parkway onto YMCA Drive) and head towards pool house loop.
Rides Out
Rides Out (pick up) is from 12:30 – 1 p.m. and will be run in front of the YMCA main facility at the flagpole loop. For pick up at Rides Out, please use the second entrance to the Taylor Y (if
you are coming off of Cary Parkway onto YMCA Drive) and then take an immediate left through the parking lot to the stop sign at which you will turn right into the loop at the flag pole. The person picking up the camper must have their pick-up card (provided on your child’s first day of camp) and an ID as a safety precaution.
If you are dropping off or picking up outside of our Rides In and Rides Out times (between 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.), please park and call 919-338-6737 to determine the best place to meet a staff person to drop off or pick up a camper.
8:30 - 9 a.m. Rides In
9 - 9:20 a.m. Huddle Time
TRANSITION TO POOL - 10 MINS
9:30 - 10:10 a.m. Swim Time
TRANSITION TO PICNIC TABLES - 5 MINS
10:15 - 10:30 a.m. Snack
TRANSITION TO LOCKER ROOM
10:30 - 10:50 a.m. Locker Room Changing
10:50 - 11:20 a.m. Craft
11:20 - 11:45 a.m. Lunch
11:45 a.m. - Noon Story Time
Noon - 12:30 p.m. Stations (Sensory Bins, Dress Up, Centers)
12:30 - 1 p.m. Rides Out
Kindercamp is full of fun and special activities for your child.
Swimming
Campers cool down with swim time in our Toddler Pool for 45 minutes daily.
Wacky Wednesdays
Wear your Huddle color - purple, green or blue.
Campers may also earn a counselor's special sticker or stamp and enjoy Guest Readers on Wednesdays.
Meet Gabby
Hi! I'm Gabby Trombetta, director of Kindercamp. I’ve been part of the YMCA team since 2019 and am a proud NC State graduate—Go Pack! I studied social work and have a strong passion for community programs and creating spaces where kids can thrive. I’m so excited for a fun and meaningful summer at Kindercamp!
