Manchester Summer Program

Adventures, New Friends & Fun

Catch the Wave Into Summer! 2026 day camp registration is now open for returning families and Y members! Registration will open for non members on February 2 at 10:00 am.

At The Granite YMCA of Manchester’s Summer Program, children spend the summer both indoors and outdoors participating in fun and enriching activities including trips to the local parks where they participate in sports and non-competitive gym games through the CATCH Program (Coordinated Approach to Child Health).

Children will also enjoy a wide variety of activities such as swimming, STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math), creative arts, and more! Dedicated to helping develop the whole child physically, intellectually, and socially, we will also focus on health and wellness through instruction on nutrition and ways to promote a healthy lifestyle. Throughout the summer, children participate in special themed events and learn unique traditions. Every week children have the opportunity to be recognized for displaying our character values.

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In all of our day camp programs, we always lead with the Y's core values.

Caring
Honesty
Respect
Responsibility

For SUN, FUN & FRIENDSHIP

The Granite YMCA of Manchester offers a variety of programs for children ages 6 - 16 including a traditional summer program, specialty camps, teen trip, and more. Learn about all of our camp offerings below!

Downtown Summer Program

Entering 1st - 5th Grade

Adventure, new friends, and fun awaits you at the Downtown Y this summer. Participants will enjoy enriching activities that contribute to the development of the spirit, mind, and body. From arts to STEM, sports and games to swimming, field trips and more, everyone is sure to have a great time this summer! This is a state licensed program.

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Specialty Camps

Entering 3rd - 6th Grade

Specialty camps offer unique experiences focused on specific interests such as sports, cooking, or arts, giving campers a chance to improve their skills and try new things. A typical day starts off with specialty activities, followed by lunch and additional activities like swimming, structured games, and more.

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Teen Trip

Entering 7th - 11th Grade

Teen Trip is more than just a camp; it’s a summer vacation! Teens will spend their summer traveling the northern New England area exploring all the fun adventures it holds. From boogie boarding at the beach and catching a game at the Worcester Red Sox to making the plunge down Superman’s 221 foot drop at Six Flags New England and enjoying the occasional arcade and challenge courses. There is never a dull moment at camp!

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Plan the SUMMER OF A LIFETIME

Returning Campers: December 1, 2025 @ 10:00 am
Y Members: January 5, 2026 @ 10:00 am
Non Members: February 2, 2026 @ 10:00 am

Downtown Summer Program Hours
Camp Day: 7:00 am – 5:30 pm

Teen Trip Hours
Camp Day: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Before Care: 7:00 – 8:30 am*
After Care: 4:00 – 5:30 pm*

*There is no extra charge for before or after care.

Week 1 (June 22 – June 26): Vacationland
Week 2 (June 29 – July 3): Movie Magic
Week 3 (July 6 – July 10): Creature Feature
Week 4 (July 13 – July 17): Out of This World
Week 5 (July 20 – July 24): Camp’s Got Talent
Week 6 (July 27 – July 31): Heroes vs. Chaos
Week 7 (August 3 – August 7): Spirit Week
Week 8 (August 10 – August 14): Under the Sea
Week 9 (August 17 – August 21): Camp-lympics

Day Camp Info Nights
February 12 (6:00 – 7:00 pm)
April 9 (6:00 – 7:00 pm)

Camp Open Houses & New Camper Orientations
May 7 (6:00 – 7:00 pm)
June 6 (1:00 – 3:00 pm)

Camp Family Nights
July 16 (6:00 – 7:00 pm)
August 6 (6:00 – 7:00 pm)

Character Celebration
August 19 (6:00 – 7:00 pm)

MEET THE STAFF

Tito Torres

Downtown Summer Program Director

Tito grew up in Manchester and Amherst, NH and joined the YMCA of Downtown Manchester staff team in 2025. Before coming to the Y, he was a physical education teacher. Tito attended camp for 7 years at YMCA Camp Belknap on Lake Winnipesaukee growing up. He chose to work at the Y because he wants to give back to the community he was raised in. There are a lot of needs and he wants to give children the same opportunities he was given and help change lives for the better.