Summer day camps at the Y give kids the opportunity to learn new skills, make new friends and have the Best Summer Everâ„¢. Our camps are American Camp Association (ACA) accredited and focus on three of the critical dimensions of children's well-being: achievement, belonging and developing relationships.
Along with traditional full-day camp, we also offer half-day enrichment programs, preschool camps, sport clinics and more every summer. Our staffing, instruction and programs are built around the Y's core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
We Offer Summer Day Camps at These Locations
Indianola YMCA
306 E. Scenic Valley Avenue Indianola, 50125 Get Directions 515-777-7746 Branch HoursMON: | 5 am - 8:30 pm |
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TUE: | 5 am - 8:30 pm |
WED: | 5 am - 8:30 pm |
THU: | 5 am - 8:30 pm |
FRI: | 5 am - 7 pm |
SAT: | 7 am - 2 pm |
SUN: | Closed |
John R. Grubb Community YMCA
1611 11th St. Des Moines, 50314 Get Directions 515-246-0791 Branch HoursMON: | 5 am - 7 pm |
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TUE: | 5 am - 7 pm |
WED: | 5 am - 7 pm |
THU: | 5 am - 7 pm |
FRI: | 5 am - 7 pm |
SAT: | 7 am - 2 pm |
SUN: | Closed |
Walnut Creek Family YMCA
948 73rd St. West Des Moines, 50265 Get Directions 515-224-1888 Branch HoursMON: | 5 am - 8 pm |
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TUE: | 5 am - 8 pm |
WED: | 5 am - 8 pm |
THU: | 5 am - 8 pm |
FRI: | 5 am - 7 pm |
SAT: | 7 am - 2 pm |
SUN: | 12 - 4 pm |
Waukee Family YMCA
210 N. Warrior Lane Waukee, 50263 Get Directions 515-987-9996 Branch HoursMON: | 5 am - 8 pm |
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TUE: | 5 am - 8 pm |
WED: | 5 am - 8 pm |
THU: | 5 am - 8 pm |
FRI: | 5 am - 7 pm |
SAT: | 7 am - 2 pm |
SUN: | 10 am - 4 pm |
Other Relevant Programs

Des Moines Y Camp
At our overnight camp, Des Moines Y Camp, kids and teens become more caring, confident and independent through a well-rounded experience that includes activities like horseback riding, swimming, ropes, kayaking, the arts and more.
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Youth Enrichment Programs
Enrichment programs at the Y help kids grow and explore through active learning opportunities designed to engage and inspire. Free with a family membership, these programs are sure to keep your kids healthy in mind, spirit and body.
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