Sport Camps
Our Sport Camps give campers the chance to move, play, and grow all summer long. Through a mix of land-based sports, court games, and swim experiences, kids build skills, confidence, and teamwork while staying active in welcoming, community-centered settings.
Ages:
Sports & Swim Camp,
Youth Entering 1st-5th Grade in Fall of 2026
Multi Sports Camp, Youth Entering 4th-7th Grade in Fall of 2026
Court Sports Camp,
Youth Entering 4th-7th Grade in Fall of 2026
Location: Carl Cozier Elementary, 1330 Lincoln St, Bellingham, WA 98229
Hours: 9am - 4pm. Drop-off between 9 - 9:30am, pick-up between 3:30 - 4pm.
Sports & Swim Camps
Our Sports & Swim Camp for 1st–5th graders packs big fun into every day. Campers enjoy team sports and games, plus a formal swim lesson with certified instructors and recreation swim time at the Y each day to practice skills and play with friends. Campers are transported to and from the Y for the swim portion of the day. This camp keeps kids active, confident, and having a blast all summer long.

Multi Sports Camps
This summer camp is designed for skill development, teamwork, and fun. Campers will build skills and confidence while practicing sportsmanship and teamwork in a variety of games and challenges suited for all experience levels. Each day, campers will explore a fresh setting for active play, outdoor adventure and creating friends.

Court Sports Camps
This summer camp focuses on learning and playing a variety of court sports, including pickleball, badminton, volleyball, basketball and more. Campers will develop fundamental skills, game strategy, and teamwork through fun, age-appropriate instruction and plenty of play. Each day features opportunities to stay active, explore outdoors and new friendships every day.

Find the Info You Need to Know
Learn more about these camps, registration, financial assistance, and fees below. Read the complete list of answers to Summer Day Camp Frequently Asked Questions here.
Days: Monday through Friday
Hours: 9am - 4pm
Sports & Swim Camp is for youth entering grades 1st-5th in Fall of 2026.
Multi Sports Camp & Court Sports Camp is for youth entering grades 4th-7th in Fall of 2026.
Carl Cozier Elementary, 1330 Lincoln St, Bellingham, WA 98229
The Y will transport campers to and from various parks and locations.
Drop-off at the bus loop, near Potter Street.
Sports & Swim Camp: Y Member, $325 | Community Member, $375
Multi Sports Camp & Court Sports Camp: Y Member, $300 | Community Member, $350
A deposit of $25 per week, per camper, is due upon registration. Payments are drafted on the Monday two weeks before each camp session. For example, for camp starting on June 22, payment will be drafted on June 8.
The Y is committed to ensuring all families access quality and enriching camp programs. The Y provides financial assistance and a sliding fee schedule. Please complete this quick form to learn more about financial assistance. Once the form is received, our staff will contact you within 3-5 business days.
Membership Rate
An active YMCA membership is required at the time of camp registration to receive the member rate. The camper's Y membership must also remain active while the camper is enrolled and attending camp.
Yes, the Y is committed to ensuring all families access quality and enriching summer camp programs. The Y provides financial assistance and a sliding fee schedule.
Please complete this quick form to learn more about financial assistance. Once the form is received, our staff will contact you within 3-5 business days.
The Whatcom Family YMCA does not impose contracts on participants, and participants are free to cancel programs at any time. Written notice is required to cancel a program. Participants must submit a cancellation request in writing via web form prior to their next scheduled draft date.
- Non-Refundable Deposits
- All deposits are non-refundable, regardless of when a camp is cancelled.
- Deposits may be transferred between YMCA Day Camp programs through August 10 based on availability.
- After June 1, deposits are no longer transferable and remain non-refundable.
- Cancellation Deadline: Two weeks prior to the start of the desired camp
- All cancellations must be submitted by 14 calendar days prior to the first day of the specific camp.
- Families who cancel by that date will receive a refund of all payments made minus the non-refundable deposit.
- Cancellations received after that are not eligible for any refund, or credit, including deposit or tuition paid.
- Camp Changes
- Camp changes (including changing camp type or camp weeks) must be submitted not later than 14 business days prior to the camp, and are subject to availability.
- Eligible changes may use an existing deposit only if requested with the appropriate timeline.
- How to Submit Requests
- All cancellation and change requests must be submitted through the official Camp cancellation form.
- Verbal cancellations or cancellations submitted through other channels cannot be accepted.
- Extenuating Circumstances
- Exceptions to this policy may only be made in extenuating circumstances at the discretion of the organization’s leadership.
Families may contact registrar@whatcomymca.org to discuss their unique situation.
We’re busy planning a whole new summer adventure for campers across Whatcom County. Check back in April for more details; we look forward to sharing a whole new summer of fun with your camper!
For questions about registration and payment, content our Registrar at: registrar@whatcomymca.org or 360-255-0585.
For questions about camp programing, contact Dan at: dparine@whatcomymca.org.
