Member Testimonials

Lots of activities and learning experiences are available. The counselors are professional.

great team

My son has loved going to camp at Shady Grove Y this summer! He comes home happy and tired every day!

Very organized. On time. Many games for kids. Kids meet new friends

We love our way. We love the programs, the people, the cleanliness at the facility, the positive attitude toward the kids. Every experience we’ve had at the Y has been just wonderful.

My daughter and I love everything! Firstly I know my daughter is safe and in a good environment with people I can trust. Mr. Tony does an impeccable job when finding the right people to hire who uphold the values and expectations of the YMCA. As always I've experienced firsthand the safety, morals, fun, and positive growth environment provided for the children. My daughter who once was afraid of the water now loves swimming and has learned multiple swimming moves. My daughter is ecstatic when she shows me the art projects that she brings home. Every dress-up day makes it feel like a holiday for the kids adding to the joyousness of the day at the Y. Oddly enough even with all of the children everyone can still find all of their lost things, it's small but I'm still very impressed with that. Mr. Tony will even go out of his way to help find missing important things to the the children which is so cute! I could never give an accurate description that would mirror the positive life-changing experience we have had with the YMCA. Every time I think of my blessings in life the YMCA is always one of them.

My son is 5 years old and he attended 3 weeks of camp. His personality bloomed within the first week! We are VERY happy with the experiences he was able to have at camp. He always said he had fun, and came back to us dirty and eyes sparkling, which is good! Also all the teachers I interacted with were very nice, friendly, easy going and very informative when I had questions. I always asked my son if he liked the teachers to check in, and he always said yes.

The children love it! The counselors are professional and there are lots of activities for the children.

Variety

All

Happy kids

Great for kids to have something to do

Very nice staff, my son enjoyed right from the 1st until the last one ! He met new friends , improve his swimming skills and enjoy the weather playing with other kids of his age ! Love it !

My son came home every day happy and tired!

My kid comes home WORN OUT from all of the fun! You keep them busy and entertained without screens and I love it! Thank you so much for all that you do!!

Also all of the counselors are always so polite and fantastic! Thank you!

Lots of stuff to do outside but wish they did more activities inside

The swim lessons. The fact that she comes home dirty, tired and happy. :)

My son enjoyed all the sports 🏀 n multiple weeks! Flag football, soccer and dodgeball were his favorites. Just having fun swimming and playing games! Definitely will be back next year!

I like the variety of activities offered.

I like that the kids are able to get in the pool daily and receive lessons. My daughter has fun and comes home showing me new dances and activities that she's learned. She's also enjoyed making new friends and being able to see them in the morning.

My 6 year old daughter had a blast. She came home exhausted every day because of all the activities. The hours for drop off and pick up are flexible. It would be cool to have an itinerary or photos or something so we can have a peek inside of what they do everyday. Thank you to all the camp staff for everything they do for our children. My daughter looks forward to going next summer

My kids love it and it’s their first year at a camp. They live the counselors and how much they have learned!

At YMCA, there is a tone of activities, and it is a wonderful welcoming community.
We love YMCA!

My son loves it!

We love that our son has such an opportunity to be active and learn things that are disguised as fun! The counselors are wonderful and ensure they stay safe.

Variety of weeks

Our daughter, Morgan loves camp and wakes up excited everyday to go.

Swimming and camp

This program is so fun for the kids. It has a little bit of everything daily and keeps the kids occupied. A lot has to do with the Councilors and their enthusiasm. Massive thanks to all your team, to Jenae that was asked to put my son with his friends which made the whole experience of him being at camp 1000 fold better for everyone. My kid comes home tired, happy and full of stories, and to me that's what summer is for! Thank you again for making this week commemorable and making him wanting to come back.

After-school and summer camp