School’s Out Camp
When School Is Out, the Y Is In!
The Y offers School’s Out Camps throughout the year when school is not is session.
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Camp Options
School’s Out Camp is the YMCA’s go-to day camp for school breaks and holidays. Designed for ages 5–12, it combines hands-on learning with active play, giving kids a safe, fun, and enriching place to spend their days off.
YMCA Fall Break Camp offers kids across Greater Indianapolis an unforgettable autumn adventure. Designed for school-age children, our October camp features outdoor exploration, seasonal arts and crafts, and fun fall activities. In our safe, small-group setting, campers build friendships, discover new hobbies, and make the most of their school break.
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Give your kids a day full of discovery, friendship, and fun while you cast your vote! Our Election Day School’s Out Camps provides kids a safe, active, and enriching full-day experience. From hands-on STEM projects and creative arts to energizing games and character-building activities, campers enjoy thoughtfully planned adventures guided by trained YMCA staff in a supportive, values-focused community.
Camps listed below are available on Tuesday, November 4 from 6:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
YMCA Thanksgiving Break Camp gives kids across Greater Indianapolis a fun, safe, and enriching way to spend their school break. Campers enjoy festive Thanksgiving crafts, team-building challenges, and gratitude-themed games that spark creativity and curiosity. In our welcoming community environment, children make friends, explore new interests, and create lasting holiday memories.
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YMCA Winter Break Camp is the perfect place for kids across Greater Indianapolis to spend their school break during winter holidays. Our camp keeps children active and engaged with seasonal activities, creative projects, and holiday-themed fun. In our safe, welcoming environment, campers make friends, share in the festive spirit, and enjoy memorable winter adventures.
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YMCA Presidents Day Camp offers kids across Greater Indianapolis an exciting, safe, and enriching way to spend the holiday. Campers enjoy themed activities that inspire curiosity, fun games that encourage teamwork, and a mix of hands-on learning and active play. In our welcoming YMCA community, children make friends, explore new interests, and turn their long weekend into an unforgettable adventure.
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YMCA Spring Break Camp gives kids across Greater Indianapolis a week filled with active play, creative projects, and hands-on learning. Campers enjoy outdoor field games, colorful science experiments, and fun art activities that celebrate the season. In our safe, welcoming environment, children make friends, explore new interests, and shake off the winter blues with an unforgettable spring adventure.
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YMCA School’s Out Camp is available during more than just major breaks. Whether it’s a professional development day, eLearning day, parent-teacher conferences, or even an unexpected closure, our day camp provides a safe, fun, and enriching environment. With flexible attendance options, families can easily find quality child care on those “off” days without the stress of last-minute arrangements.
- Baxter YMCA
- August 29, 2025
- October 1, 2025
- February 13, 2026
- Jordan YMCA
- September 17, 2025
- March 4, 2026
- OrthoIndy Foundation YMCA
- September 24, 2025
- February 11, 2026
- May 5, 2026
- Ransburg YMCA
- September 2, 2025
- October 3, 2025
- January 5, 2026
YMCA Snow Day Camps turns unexpected school closures into fun, active winter adventures. When snow days hit, kids enjoy a safe, warm, and engaging environment filled with games, activities, and opportunities to make new friends. We offer flexible drop-in child care to keep your family’s schedule on track—no last-minute scramble required. Follow our YMCA Youth Development Facebook page for the latest updates as winter weather approaches.
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Camp Activities
Center Choices
Children are given a variety of activity options, ranging from center choices to staff-directed learning centers.
Individual or Small Groups
Activities may be initiated by staff with the expectation that all staff will work on the activity (e.g. homework or quiet time), or they may be initiated by the children themselves.
Project Time
Time is set aside for children to begin or return to a long-term project needing specified space, tools, or leadership.
Large Group
Activities are designed for large group participation under the leadership of a staff member (e.g. active games or group discussions).
Indoors and Outdoors
We strive to balance indoor and outdoor activities, with a minimum of 60 minutes of physical activity and movement each day.
Program Benefits
YMCA camps are enriching experiences that equip children with essential life skills, foster personal growth, and create lasting memories that will benefit them throughout their lives. Participants at our School’s Out Camps will:
- Grow personally
- Learn core values
- Develop specific skills
- Improve relationships
- Develop leadership abilities
- Appreciate diversity
- HAVE FUN!
Core Values
The YMCA of Greater Indianapolis works to accomplish its mission by living and sharing the following core values:
- Caring: Considerate of the needs and feelings of others
- Honesty: Being trustworthy and truthful
- Respect: Treating others, the environment and yourself with dignity
- Responsibility: Accepting accountability for your actions and role in the community
We are dedicated to nurturing the growth of our young members and creating lasting friendships and memories.
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