A group of preschool students learn about raptors at the Upper Main Line YMCA Environmental Education program.

Did you know that kids ages 5 to 10 spend an average of up to six hours on screen media daily? Our camps and nature programs help kids to unplug and explore the outdoors through a wide variety of fun and engaging activities. 


Disconnect to Reconnect 

Whether you're looking to explore the outdoors or simply to try something new, the YMCA offers a wide variety of summer camps and programs across Chester County.

 

 

Camp & Outdoor Offerings

Summer Camp

The quintessential summer camp experience – Children enjoy swimming, field games, arts & crafts, songs and more – plus fun weekly themes and in-house experiences.

Nature Programs

At the Y, we build environmental literacy through top-notch nature and STEM programming for all ages.

STEM Programs

Our Education and STEM programs offer an early introduction to a wide variety of concepts and teach science, technology, engineering, math, sign language and more through creative play, setting a foundation for being successful in school and in life.

Earth Service Corps

Through service projects, field trips, and outdoor adventures, our students become strong, confident, and responsible environmental leaders

Events at the Y

We know that finding a balance between activities, work, school, family and friends can be a challenge. We're here to help with a variety of fun and healthy programs that motivate adults, seniors, teens, parents, kids to stay interested and inspired.

 

 

Girl playing basketball with her dad

Membership at the Y

YGBW members receive discounted rates on summer camp and youth programs, a free wellness profile and assessment, free EVOLT 360 body scan, free pop-up Fit Truk events, tuition savings at local universities and so much more! PLUS: family-friendly group exercise classes are available!

Kids in NFL FLAG jerseys playing flag football at the YMCA, smiling as they run and pull flags in a safe, non-contact game.

Youth Sports

The YMCA works to keep fun in the game. Our youth sports programs focus on building strong skills so kids can play at any level, but more importantly, we help kids learn teamwork, leadership and sportsmanship— skills that will help them reach new heights throughout their lives.

Children at the YMCA of Greater Brandywine learn how to cook healthy snacks.

Programs at the Y

Whether you're looking to start a new hobby, jump back into a past love or meet up with some friends, the Y has everything you are looking for, all in one place.

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine provides three different types of programs because we know that everyone isn't looking for the same thing. We provide monthly, academy and team programs.

The YMCA is a non-profit charitable organization that offers income-based membership rates and financial assistance for programs for those unable to pay the standard rates. Ask us for details. 

Equal Opportunity - Admissions and the provisions of services shall be made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, ancestry, national origin (including limited English proficiency) age or sex.