Member Testimonials
I just love that it’s about the community and that all the people who are nurturing our children are really kind and caring.
My daughter made so many connections in camp and really liked her counselors (Ms Kim, Mr. Danny, Ms. Violet, Ms. Emma, Ms. Michelle, Ms. Heather and Mad Scientist Ms Yasmin. She loved going to swim 3x a week and especially the water play, science projects and bounce house days
Our daughter thoroughly enjoyed her experience at camp at the lake. We look forward to returning next year!
Everything! But the part our son enjoyed the most were the camp counselors.
My daughter had a wonderful experience with the Explorers Camp. The variety of trips was great, and she has discovered new interests because of this! We will definitely do this again next year.
We were so thrilled with our first experience at CATL this summer. Our 6 year old was exhausted and filthy at the end of every day which is pretty much the pinnacle of success.
He jumped on the bus to camp happily every day and learned so much - he became much less afraid of water and swimming, he met big kids and little kids on the bus, he sang us songs he learned and told us about the funny and big-hearted counselors who embraced Wacky Wednesdays and rainy day fashion shows.
Kids love attending and I like that they are outside all day. They always have fun and love their counsellors. I also really value the diversity of campers and counsellors.
Love all the activities you provide! and all the consolers/staffs are great!
My son thought it was a fun experience
Our daughter had the best time and loves the counselors at Camp at the lake. She always comes back with great fun stories to tell about games they played or activities they did and exhausted from the day.
She will keep coming back for years to come and talks about wanting to be a counselor some day.
Camp at the Lake builds independence, confidence and resilience in kids.
All 3 of my kids have been Camp at the Lake campers for the past 3 years, and they LOVE it! They look forward to it every year (Color Wars Week is their favorite)! I was so nervous about a full-day 100% outdoor camp (what about the lake, the weather, the rain the BUGS?!), but they are the least bit concerned about that stuff. They do SO many activities and don't even miss the devices or the TV while they are there! They come home hungry, exhausted and full of stories about their daily adventures. Camp at the Lake's family day is also top tier! It's the camp experience I wish I had as a child.
Great staff and counselors
Lindsay is very responsive and helpful.
Would help to have more clarity on the swim test — it’s the biggest challenge for the kids
The kids really enjoy everything about camp. As parents we love that camp includes transportation and a variety of activities.
I like the staff friendly environment and all the fitness center activities at the Y along with the Spirit of the YMCA
Granted I just joined the YMCA Park Street Family, but so far, I have thoroughly enjoyed everything about the facility - the staff, the cleanliness, the different activities that are available. I would definitely recommend the YMCA - Park Street to all of my friends.
My family loves being a part of the YMCA. For fitness and community connections
It's clean and everyone is friendly.
My son, First name removed enjoys the YMCA after care program at Demarest. He appreciates being able to play outside and in the gym. He also enjoys the STEM activities and special treats throughout the school year! Thank you to all the counselors! Special Shout out to Mr. Mike!
Clean facility, adequate stations, courteous staff
Clean, friendly, activities
We had a great experience
Great community
It is a very relaxed and easy going environment and the instructors are good, patient with children!
It’s friendly place for all ages, especially those who work there they’re very nice and helpful.
My son had a great time at camp!
My only dislike is that there is no lunch served.
I wish there was an option for an extra add on cost to have lunch served. (With a few easy kid approved options)
Variety of senior exercise classes.
Everything!
Ease of checking in. Enjoy playing pickleball. Friendly and helpful staff
Wonderful experience with great activities.