Military Camps and Programs

YMCA Camp Surf

YMCA Camp Surf, one of 3 overnight camps with YMCA of San Diego County, is a spectacular ocean-front camp just south of San Diego, CA. This 45 acre treasure offers one-week and two-week overnight sessions for 3rd through 11th grades as well as one-week day camp sessions. You'll get the true SoCal experience of surfing, boogie boarding, and jumping waves on our very own beach. Then learn some skateboarding skills at our on-site skate park. Camp Surf is perfect for all skill levels! Combine these with traditional camp activities including archery, climbing tower, teambuilding, campfires, cookouts, and crafts. Two-week teen programs head off-site on...

YMCA Raintree Ranch

Are you ready for positive, life-changing experiences in the outdoors? With three unique overnight camps, look no further than YMCA Overnight Camps of San Diego. We combine the fun your children want with the growth experiences they need. Nestled in the mountains of Julian, CA, YMCA Raintree Ranch is a wonderful, intimate, small specialty camp dedicated to western horseback riding. You'll focus on horseback riding, caring for horses, and traditional camp fun! Our summer camp gives kids and teenagers (nine to sixteen years old) the unique experience of riding horseback, getting to know their horses' personalities, and learning how to care and feed...

YMCA Camp Marston

Are you ready for positive, life-changing experiences in the outdoors? Look no further than YMCA Overnight Camps of San Diego. With three unique overnight camps across the San Diego region. combine the fun your children want with the growth experiences they need. Set in the mountains of Julian, CA, YMCA Camp Marston is the oldest summer camp in San Diego County. For over 100 years Camp Marston has been a San Diego favorite for thousands of children and families. Camp Marston offers you adventure, fun, friendships, and great staff-all on a spectacular 236-acre site-with activities including archery, swimming, climbing, crafts, canoeing, and more. We...


About Military Camps and Programs

Those interested in pursuing a military career or service will benefit greatly from military camp. These camps are designed for older teens who are facing graduation from high school and want to get a taste of what being in the Marines, Army or other military branch will be like. Some camps are designed for younger boys and girls, too. Activities usually focus on team sports as part of the fun and learning concept provided at Navy boot camp. Team competitions include obstacle courses, paint ball competitions and mud courses, while individual activities may include rifle range practice.

Highlights: Kids can learn lifelong survival skills while making lasting friendships, through inter-unit athletic competitions such as dodge ball, swimming, soccer and flag football.

Counselor Certifications: Staff is comprised of reserve and retired Marines who have the necessary experience and qualifications to lead youngsters to a possible life of armed forces service. They may also comprise athletic coaches and other members of area school athletic departments who can assist with technical expertise if needed. 

What to Ask the Camp Director: Which type of camp is best suited to my child? Marines camp focuses on the Marines, while Navy boot camp focuses on the Navy. Other branches of the military, such as the Army and Coast Guard, also have their own camps.

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About Military Camps and Programs

Those interested in pursuing a military career or service will benefit greatly from military camp. These camps are designed for older teens who are facing graduation from high school and want to get a taste of what being in the Marines, Army or other military branch will be like. Some camps are designed for younger boys and girls, too. Activities usually focus on team sports as part of the fun and learning concept provided at Navy boot camp. Team competitions include obstacle courses, paint ball competitions and mud courses, while individual activities may include rifle range practice.

Highlights: Kids can learn lifelong survival skills while making lasting friendships, through inter-unit athletic competitions such as dodge ball, swimming, soccer and flag football.

Counselor Certifications: Staff is comprised of reserve and retired Marines who have the necessary experience and qualifications to lead youngsters to a possible life of armed forces service. They may also comprise athletic coaches and other members of area school athletic departments who can assist with technical expertise if needed. 

What to Ask the Camp Director: Which type of camp is best suited to my child? Marines camp focuses on the Marines, while Navy boot camp focuses on the Navy. Other branches of the military, such as the Army and Coast Guard, also have their own camps.

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