In addition to traditional summer camps, the YMCA also offers a variety of specialty camps for youth of all ages. Develop a greater passion for the things you love, or try out something new! Check out our specialty camp options below.

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Rock Climbing Camps

Half-Day Special Interest Camp for ages 7 – 14  |  Visit our Rock Climbing page for dates and other details

Dig into the basics of indoor rock climbing and learn the “ropes” on our 32 foot indoor climbing wall! We’ll work on skills including safety, harnessing, knots, top rope climbing, bouldering, and more! Every week, we will learn something new and challenge our skills, with an emphasis on movement, technique, safety, trust and teamwork. 

For more information on Rock Climbing Camps, please contact Ali Ott at 701.364.4116 or programs@ymcacassclay.org

Summer Swim Lesson Camps

Aquatic Skill-Building Camps for ages 3+  |  Visit our Swim School Page for dates and other details

Summer is coming up fast, and that means lots of time spent at the lake or by the pool! Kids will learn lifesaving water safety skills, build confidence in the pool, and have a BLAST in Spring Swim Lesson Camps at the YMCA! Kids will swim 4 days a week, Monday through Thursday for two weeks in a row.

For more information on Summer Swim Lesson Camps, please contact Heather Sauer at 701.364.4167 or heather.sauer@ymcacassclay.org.

FM Gators Swimming & Diving Camps

Aquatic Skill-Building Camps for ages 8+  |  Visit our Gators page for dates, ages and other details

Develop and reinforce essential skills in our FM Gator Training Camps! Whether you’re a beginner or veteran swimmer/diver, these camps will help you learn, perfect and maintain your skills in the pool.

For more information on Gators Camps, please contact Erich Richardson at 701.364.4151 or erich.richardson@ymcacassclay.org.