Camps
Summer Camps
Overnight Camps
One & Two Week Camps
Working together with cabin-mates, campers choose activities that meet their interests and skill levels. Campers build friendships as they engage in exciting activities alongside one...
McNabb Camp
A perfect introduction to overnight camp for little ones (or their parents!), this camp offers younger campers a shorter, three-night camp experience that focuses on creating a comfortable...
Leadership Development I
This two-week program teaches campers the technical skills associated with delivering camp activities while focusing on team building. Campers participate in an out trip experience and are offered...
Leadership Development II
This three-week program allows campers the chance to apply skills learned in Leadership Development 1 and continue to grow as leaders. This program emphasizes initiative, communication and the group...
Sailing Camp
Where better to develop sailing skills than serene Howe Sound? Campers receive daily instruction on topics such as rigging, wind dynamics and boat care from qualified instructors. Campers work on...
Black Tusk Camp
Campers are challenged with a scenic four-day hike surrounding Garibaldi Lake. Perfect for kids who are new to out tripping, campers form friendships and develop leadership skills in a focused...
Desolation Sound Camp
This two-week camp features an eight-day canoe or kayak trip through one of the most breathtaking coastal settings in Canada. Campers develop confidence and teamwork skills while being introduced to...
Family Camp
YMCA Camp Elphinstone offers an ideal setting for families to focus on what’s most important—spending time together. Family Camp is a great way for families to escape the city without the...
Camp Kakhamela
Having diabetes shouldn’t get in the way of going to camp! In partnership with the Canadian Diabetes Association, this unique program offers children with diabetes all aspects of a camp...
Day Camps
Clubhouse 36
Clubhouse 36 is an out-of-school program, run in partnership with the Surrey School district, designed to provide consistent and connected programming for at-risk and vulnerable students in Surrey...
Summer Day Camp
Keep your kids active and happy this summer while helping them grow and learn! Campers ages 5-12 spend fun-filled days doing activities like swimming, arts & crafts, sports and games. Campers...
The First Tee Golf Day Camp
Forrre! Where can kids and youth learn golf skills, life skills and positive values all at the same time? In The First Tee Golf Day Camp, of course! Through golf, campers ages 6-17 learn the...
Outdoor Adventure Day Camp
Love the outdoors? This action-packed camp provides kids ages 5-12 with a range of outdoor land and water-based programming that gets kids moving in the natural world. Activities vary by location,...
Social Change
Calling all change-makers! This project is for youth who are passionate about making a difference in their community. Participants will have the opportunity to meet leaders who are making a positive...
Counsellor-in-Training
Participants will gain valuable skills on how to become an effective camp leader, and learn how to work with children ages 6-12 in camp activities. Youth will learn about topics including healthy...
Recreational Leadership
This active course will provide youth with an opportunity to participate in various sports and recreational activities. Participants will gain experience in coaching, refereeing and leading physical...
Youth Digital Media
Are you interested in photography and filmmaking? Do you want an opportunity to express your voice or share a story? Join the Youth Digital Media program and explore the fundamentals of photography...
Adult & Family Camps
Family Camp
YMCA Camp Elphinstone offers an ideal setting for families to focus on what’s most important—spending time together. Family Camp is a great way for families to escape the city without the...
Retreats and Rentals
Private Functions & Events
From corporate events and family reunions to specialized team building experiences and health and wellness retreats, let our 144 acres of oceanfront property provide your group with a unique...
Leadership Camps
Overnight Camps
Leadership Development I
This two-week program teaches campers the technical skills associated with delivering camp activities while focusing on team building. Campers participate in an out trip experience and are offered...
Leadership Development II
This three-week program allows campers the chance to apply skills learned in Leadership Development 1 and continue to grow as leaders. This program emphasizes initiative, communication and the group...
Day Camps
Social Change
Calling all change-makers! This project is for youth who are passionate about making a difference in their community. Participants will have the opportunity to meet leaders who are making a positive...
Counsellor-in-Training
Participants will gain valuable skills on how to become an effective camp leader, and learn how to work with children ages 6-12 in camp activities. Youth will learn about topics including healthy...
Recreational Leadership
This active course will provide youth with an opportunity to participate in various sports and recreational activities. Participants will gain experience in coaching, refereeing and leading physical...
Youth Digital Media
Are you interested in photography and filmmaking? Do you want an opportunity to express your voice or share a story? Join the Youth Digital Media program and explore the fundamentals of photography...
Outdoor Education
Outdoor Education
There’s nothing quite like the great outdoors. Our Outdoor Education program is designed to get kidsactive and learning outdoors. Through meaningful experiential learning, kids develop strong...