Cape Ann Programs
Camps & Summer Programs
The Cape Ann YMCA offers great summer camp programs to children of all ages! No matter what your chlid's interes, we have great programs designed for your child to take part in. We offer programs at Camp Spindrift, the Cape Ann Y and at various outdoor locations in Gloucester.
To see all we offer check out our Camp Guide.
Summer just wouldn't be summer without a great camp experience at the Cape Ann YMCA's Camp Spindrift! Located on the Jones Creek of the Annisquam River, Spindrift provides a beautiful setting for staff and campers to share in having a summer of fun and build a lifetime of memories.
A summer camp for all ages and interests is what makes Y camping such a hit! Not only do kids have a chance to learn a skill, develop an interest and experience the outdoor ocean refuge of Camp Spindrift, but campers have the opportunity to do all the traditional camp elements of swimming, archery, kayaking, arts and crafts and more! At Spindrift, we offer:
Camp Spindrift
- Leaders in Training (ages 14-16)
- Junior and Senior Adventure (ages 12-15)
- Water Country Week (ages 12-16)
- Fine Arts Camp (ages 8.5-13)
Preschool and Youth Camps
The Cape Ann Y is excited for expanded Pre School and Youth Camps this summer! We have something for everyone so check out the different camps for more information. For questions about Pre School and Youth Camps please contact:
Brian Flynn, School Age Director flynnb@northshoreymca.org
Y Kids Club
This camp is a great experience for kids of any age! Whether it’s your child's first time at camp or if they want a different experience than the traditional day camp; Cape Ann Y Kids Club is the way to go! Campers will enjoy swimming, gym games, creative arts and other special activities. Kids will be active in the community taking field trips, and mixing the indoor and outdoor environments. Max 16 children each session. For kids ages 4-12.
Session Options: Half day and Full Day, 3, 4, 5 day a week options
9:00-12:00pm 9:00-4:00 (Full Day)
3 Day $50.00 $110.00
4 Day $72.00 $150.00
5 Day $125.00 $180.00
Day Trippers
The Cape Ann Y is offering some exciting Day Trips for kids this summer! Kids ages 4-10 can have a fun day at the Y that includes a field trip, time to play in the gymnastics center, swim in the pool and have some fun in the Gym! Please pack a lunch, bathing suit and towel! For more information and list of trips and dates click here
For More information on Speciality Camp Please Click Below
Young Einstein's Mad Scientist Camp (ages 5-10)
Go Green Arts Camp (ages 5-9)
For rates and more information on Specialty Camps, click here
Registration Forms for Pre School and Youth Camps
Pre School and Youth Camp Registration Packet
Kids Club Parent Handbook
Gloucester Summer Rec Programs
Camp Reservation Form
Summer Camp Enrollment Packet
Summer Rec Parent Handbook
Sailing Camp Handbook
- Kodiaks Gymnastics Program (ages 4-13)

- Tennis Program (ages 5-10)
- Basketball Camp (ages 9-12)
- 3MB Fencing Camp (ages 7 and up)
- Youth Sailing Camp (ages 8-15)
- Adult Sailing (ages 16 and up)
- British Soccer Camp - First Kicks (ages 3-4)
- British Soccer Camp - Mini Soccer (ages 4-6)
- British Soccer Camp - Half-Day (ages 7-12)
For more information, contact the Cape Ann YMCA at 978.283.0470
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