Welcome to the Burbank YMCA Camp Guide!
Email: BURBANKCAMPS@YMCABOSTON.ORG
Billing: BURBANKBILLING@YMCABOSTON.ORG
Please find more information including descriptions, dates and rates for the Burbank camps below! For information about Registration, Enrollment Forms, Financial Assistance and frequently asked questions, visit our Day Camps page.
Location: 443 Main ST, Boxford, MA
Camp Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm
Bus Stops:
- Reading High School: 62 Oakland Rd, Reading, MA 01867
- Camp Quannapowitt: First Congregational Church, 1 Church Street, Wakefield, MA
- Alta Vesta School: 980 1/2 Main St, Woburn, MA 01801
Our traditional day camp experience, focused on relationship building, achievement, and a sense of belonging. On a beautiful lakefront in Boxford, MA, campers take part in swimming, boating, high and low ropes activities, archery, sports, outdoor education, drama, arts and crafts, and so much more! Transportation included in weekly rate.
2024 Camp Session Dates
Session 1 | June 24-June 28 | |
Session 2 | July 1-July 5 (Closed July 4th) | |
Session 3 | July 8-July 12 | |
Session 4 | July 15-July 19 | |
Session 5 | July 22-July 26 | |
Session 6 | July 29-August 2 | |
Session 7 | August 5-August 9 | |
Session 8 | August 12-August 16 | |
Session 9 | August 19-August 23 | |
Session 10** | August 26-August 30 |
**Camp hours on August 29 and August 30 will be from 8AM-2:30PM.
Weekly Rate
Ages | Family Membership | Community |
5-6 | $398.00 | $478.00 |
7-11 | $377.00 | $453.00 |
Teens (12-14) | $377.00 | $453.00 |
LIT (14-15) | $314.00 | $377.00 |
Location: First Congregational Church, 1 Church Street, Wakefield, MA
Camp Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm
Campers engage in a wide variety of cooperative games, teambuilding, sports, arts & crafts, clubs and educational enrichment. Campers venture to the Burbank Y to engage in swimming daily as well as a weekly field trip!
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2024 Camp Session Dates
Session 1 | June 24-June 28 | |
Session 2 | July 1-July 5 (Closed July 4th) | |
Session 3 | July 8-July 12 | |
Session 4 | July 15-July 19 | |
Session 5 | July 22-July 26 | |
Session 6 | July 29-August 2 | |
Session 7 | August 5-August 9 | |
Session 8 | August 12-August 16 | |
Session 9** | August 19-August 23 |
**Camp hours on August 22 and August 23 will be from 8AM-2:30PM.
Weekly Rate
Ages | Family Membership | Community |
5-6 | $317.00 | $377.00 |
7-13 | $305.00 | $364.00 |
Location: Saint Athanasius Church, 300 Haverhill Street, Reading, MA
Camp Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm
Younger campers (5-7) will engage in specialized camp sessions including Cooking, Creative Arts, Drama, and NEW in 2024 – Messy Exploration! They also will swim once a week at the Burbank Y. Older campers (8+) will attend weekly trips to a variety of destinations! Trips will vary over the course of the summer including venturing to museums in Boston, a Pirate Cruise in Plymouth, and other locations around New England.
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2024 Camp Session Dates
Session 1 | June 24-June 28 | |
Session 2 | July 1-July 5 (Closed July 4th) | |
Session 3 | July 8-July 12 | |
Session 4 | July 15-July 19 | |
Session 5 | July 22-July 26 | |
Session 6 | July 29-August 2 | |
Session 7 | August 5-August 9 | |
Session 8 | August 12-August 16 |
Weekly Rate
Ages | Family Membership | Community |
5-8 | $317.00 | $377.00 |
8-14 | $324.00 | $387.00 |
Location: 36 Arthur B Lord Drive, Reading, MA
Camp Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm
The adventure is yours to choose at Burbank Camp! All tracks take part in the classics of swimming and outdoor play daily.
TRACK 1: CREATIVE ARTS
Enjoy arts of all sorts! From clay to painting, self-portraits to pastels-this gives campers exposure to hands-on use of a variety of materials. The arts don’t stop there-there is also bi-weekly drama component that gives campers the chance for some fun self-expression. Watch camper’s imaginations come to life!
TRACK 2: SPORTS AND HEALTHY LIVING
A camp track for the kid on the go! Not only do we teach the essential game skills, we foster good sportsmanship and cooperative play through team building activities. Fridays will be focused on Fitness & Nutrition to encompass the whole package to give youth the tools to become a well-rounded player.
TRACK 3: EINSTEINS & ENGINEERS
Calling all explorers, investigators, and scientists! Join this track to test and apply your knowledge in various STEM related theme weeks. Build rockets during our “Outer Space” week or discovering what’s right in our own backyard during Plants & Nature week!
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2024 Camp Session Dates
Session 1 | June 24-June 28 | |
Session 2 | July 1-July 5 (Closed July 4th) | |
Session 3 | July 8-July 12 | |
Session 4 | July 15-July 19 | |
Session 5 | July 22-July 26 | |
Session 6 | July 29-August 2 | |
Session 7 | August 5-August 9 | |
Session 8 | August 12-August 16 | |
Session 9** | August 19-August 23 |
**Camp hours on August 22 and August 23 will be from 8AM-2:30PM.
Weekly Rate
Ages | Family Membership | Community |
5-6 | $317.00 | $377.00 |
7-10 | $305.00 | $364.00 |
ACA ACCREDITED: The Burbank YMCA is proud to be American Camp Association Accredited, providing a safe, nurturing environment for all campers. Our programs educate and support the whole child and meet the 300 Standards of Health, Safety and Program Quality.
This camp must comply with regulations of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and be licensed by the Local Board of Health. The YMCA is an equal opportunity employer and service provider.
GROUP FITNESS CLASSES
Group Exercise
Explore all the fitness classes and reserve a space by logging into Motionvibe. Get your blood pumping with classes like HIIT and Zumba or tap into your mindfulness with yoga, Barre or Pilates.
WATER FITNESS
Water Fitness classes are an excellent choice to give your heart and muscles a great workout. The Y offers a range of Water Fitness classes, find the perfect one for you by logging into Motionvibe!
Gymnastics
5-10 weeks
Learn basic gymnastics skills like forward rolls, handstands and cartwheels. Flexibility and proper stretching techniques will be taught.
Parent/Child Stage A and B: Water Discovery and Exploration
5-10 weeks
In Stage A, the parent/guardian is introduced to working with their infant or toddler in the aquatic environment. In Stage B, the parent/guardian works with their child to learn the fundamentals of safety and swimming skills.
Pickleball
Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong and is also fun, social, and friendly.
Preschool Soccer
5-10 weeks
This class will teach the fundamentals of soccer. Classes will focus on improving the players’ ball control skills, learning game rules and teamwork, and then playing a game.
Preschool Stage 1: Water Acclimation
5-10 weeks
In Stage 1, the parent/guardian works with their child to develop comfort with the following swim skills: underwater exploration, floating and learning to safely exit the pool.
Preschool Stage 2: Water Movement
5-10 weeks
In Stage 2, the child works to develop the following swim skills: body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water.
Preschool Stage 3: Water Stamina
5-10 weeks
In Stage 3, the child will work to develop the stamina needed to swim 25 yards unassisted, and introduces the following new skills: rhythmic breathing, and integrated arm and leg actions.
Preschool Stage 4: Stroke Introduction
5-10 weeks
In Stage 4, students work on developing swim stroke techniques for the front and back crawl and introduced to the breaststroke and butterfly kick.
Private Swim Lessons
5-10 weeks
Private swim lessons for youth and adults are scheduled at the convenience of the individual, the instructor and pool availability.
Private Swim Lessons
5-10 weeks
Private swim lessons for youth and adults are scheduled at the convenience of the individual, the instructor and pool availability.
Soccer Skills & Drills
5-10 weeks
This class teaches youth the fundamentals of soccer including ball control skill, passing, and shooting while incorporating teamwork and good sportsmanship.
Sports Sampler
5-10 weeks
Introduces youth to sports at the Y while fostering the values, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, and good sportsmanship. This engaging program focuses on the skills and drills essential to learning the fundamentals of a variety of sports including basketball, baseball/t-ball, floor hockey, and soccer while having fun.
Tumbling Tots
5-10 weeks
Develop climbing, balance, and agility and coordination class in this physical play class.
Youth Stage 1: Water Acclimation
5-10 weeks
In Stage 1, the parent/guardian works with their child to develop comfort with the following swim skills: underwater exploration, floating and learning to safely exit the pool.
Youth Stage 2: Water Movement
5-10 weeks
In Stage 2, the child work to develop the following swim skills: body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water.
Youth Stage 3: Water Stamina
5-10 weeks
In Stage 3, the child will work to develop the stamina needed to swim 25 yards unassisted, and introduces the following new skills: rhythmic breathing, and integrated arm and leg actions.
Youth Stage 4: Stroke Introduction
5-10 weeks
In Stage 4, students work on developing swim stroke techniques for the front and back crawl and introduced to the breaststroke and butterfly kick.
Youth Stage 5: Stroke Development
5-10 weeks
In Stage 5, students work on integrating arm and leg actions for the breaststroke and butterfly strokes, and refine swim stroke skills and techniques for all other swim strokes.
Youth Stage 6: Stroke Mechanics
5-10 weeks
In Stage 6, students work on refining swim stroke technique for all major competitive strokes and building stamina to perform each stroke for greater distances. Students are introduced to the concept of, competitive swimming, and discover how to incorporate swimming into a healthy lifestyle.
GROUP FITNESS CLASSES
Group Exercise
Explore all the fitness classes and reserve a space by logging into Motionvibe. Get your blood pumping with classes like HIIT and Zumba or tap into your mindfulness with yoga, Barre or Pilates.
WATER FITNESS
Water Fitness classes are an excellent choice to give your heart and muscles a great workout. The Y offers a range of Water Fitness classes, find the perfect one for you by logging into Motionvibe!
Gymnastics
5-10 weeks
Learn basic gymnastics skills like forward rolls, handstands and cartwheels. Flexibility and proper stretching techniques will be taught.
Parent/Child Stage A and B: Water Discovery and Exploration
5-10 weeks
In Stage A, the parent/guardian is introduced to working with their infant or toddler in the aquatic environment. In Stage B, the parent/guardian works with their child to learn the fundamentals of safety and swimming skills.
Pickleball
Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong and is also fun, social, and friendly.
Preschool Soccer
5-10 weeks
This class will teach the fundamentals of soccer. Classes will focus on improving the players’ ball control skills, learning game rules and teamwork, and then playing a game.
Preschool Stage 1: Water Acclimation
5-10 weeks
In Stage 1, the parent/guardian works with their child to develop comfort with the following swim skills: underwater exploration, floating and learning to safely exit the pool.
Preschool Stage 2: Water Movement
5-10 weeks
In Stage 2, the child works to develop the following swim skills: body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water.
Preschool Stage 3: Water Stamina
5-10 weeks
In Stage 3, the child will work to develop the stamina needed to swim 25 yards unassisted, and introduces the following new skills: rhythmic breathing, and integrated arm and leg actions.
Preschool Stage 4: Stroke Introduction
5-10 weeks
In Stage 4, students work on developing swim stroke techniques for the front and back crawl and introduced to the breaststroke and butterfly kick.
Private Swim Lessons
5-10 weeks
Private swim lessons for youth and adults are scheduled at the convenience of the individual, the instructor and pool availability.
Private Swim Lessons
5-10 weeks
Private swim lessons for youth and adults are scheduled at the convenience of the individual, the instructor and pool availability.
Soccer Skills & Drills
5-10 weeks
This class teaches youth the fundamentals of soccer including ball control skill, passing, and shooting while incorporating teamwork and good sportsmanship.
Sports Sampler
5-10 weeks
Introduces youth to sports at the Y while fostering the values, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, and good sportsmanship. This engaging program focuses on the skills and drills essential to learning the fundamentals of a variety of sports including basketball, baseball/t-ball, floor hockey, and soccer while having fun.
Tumbling Tots
5-10 weeks
Develop climbing, balance, and agility and coordination class in this physical play class.
Youth Stage 1: Water Acclimation
5-10 weeks
In Stage 1, the parent/guardian works with their child to develop comfort with the following swim skills: underwater exploration, floating and learning to safely exit the pool.
Youth Stage 2: Water Movement
5-10 weeks
In Stage 2, the child work to develop the following swim skills: body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water.
Youth Stage 3: Water Stamina
5-10 weeks
In Stage 3, the child will work to develop the stamina needed to swim 25 yards unassisted, and introduces the following new skills: rhythmic breathing, and integrated arm and leg actions.
Youth Stage 4: Stroke Introduction
5-10 weeks
In Stage 4, students work on developing swim stroke techniques for the front and back crawl and introduced to the breaststroke and butterfly kick.
Youth Stage 5: Stroke Development
5-10 weeks
In Stage 5, students work on integrating arm and leg actions for the breaststroke and butterfly strokes, and refine swim stroke skills and techniques for all other swim strokes.
Youth Stage 6: Stroke Mechanics
5-10 weeks
In Stage 6, students work on refining swim stroke technique for all major competitive strokes and building stamina to perform each stroke for greater distances. Students are introduced to the concept of, competitive swimming, and discover how to incorporate swimming into a healthy lifestyle.