YMCA of the Sandhills

SPRING BREAK CAMP IS HERE!

Keep your kids active and entertained this spring break! YMCA camps offer fun swim time, arts and crafts and STEM activities! We provide this child care during spring break to give you peace of mind while you work that your kids are safe and having fun while school is out! You can count on plenty of fun activities for children at YMCA Spring Break Camp! 
 

YMCA Spring Break Camp: Registration opens February 24!

  • Camp dates: April 6-10, 2026
  • 8:00 am- 6:00 pm
  • Ages:  5- to 11-year-olds
  • Rates per child for the week:
    • Member: $175
    • Nonmember: $190
    • Registration fee for nonmembers: $50
    • Field Trip (ages 7 and up): $10
    • Deposit $20 (due at registration)
    • Registration, deposit and field trip fees are non-refundable
  • Spring Break Camp is offered at Fayetteville YMCA and the Saleeby Family YMCA in Cameron
  • Cancellation policy: required 14 days in advance in writing
  • Questions: Email FayettevilleYouth@ymcaofthesandhills.org for Cumberland County schools or SaleebyYouth@ymcaofthesandhills.org for Harnett County schools
  • REGISTER HERE starting February 24, 2026, 8 am

 

ARE YOU READY FOR A SUMMER FULL OF FUN FOR YOUR KIDS AND TEENS?
The Y is here for you!
 

SUMMER DAY CAMP 2026

Summer camp is a place for kids to make new friends, get uplugged, make memories, learn new skills, grow in their confidence, be active and have fun! The Y's camp includes swim time, outdoor play, STEM activities, crafts and much more.

Save the Date for the Y's SUMMER DAY CAMP KICKOFF: Saturday, February 21, 10 am-1 pm

  • Join us as we kick off camp with a fun meet-and-greet. Meet our camp staff, learn what to expect and ask any questions you have about the camp experience!
  • The Fayetteville YMCA will host the Camp Kickoff for anyone attending schools in Cumberland County, and the Saleeby Family YMCA will host the Camp Kickoff for anyone attending schools in Harnett County.

SUMMER CAMP: REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 3, 2026, 8:30 AM

YMCA of the Sandhills offers four camp locations for 2026 where our caring, trained staff will ensure your kids have a great summer camp experience! 

Cumberland County Camps:

  • June 1- August 14
  • Monday-Friday, 7 am - 6 pm
  • Ages 5-11
  • Hope Mills Day Camp: 4028 Legion Rd., Hope Mills
  • Fayetteville Day Camp: Fayetteville YMCA, 2717 Ft. Bragg Rd., Fayetteville

Harnett County Camps:

  • June 1-August 7
  • Monday-Friday, 6:30 am-6 pm
  • Saleeby Day Camp: Ages 5-11 at Saleeby Family YMCA, Carletta Cagle Dr., Cameron
  • Saleeby Outdoor Camp: Ages 7-11, 80 Word Church Ln., Lillington

Camp Registration Rates:

  • Members: $175 / $20 deposit per week
  • Non-members: $190 / $20 deposit per week plus $50 registration fee
  • Field Trips: $10/week for ages 7+ only.
  • Shirt: $15
  • Registration, weekly deposit, field trip and shirt fees are non-refundable. 

Camp Policies

SUMMER FUN FOR YOUR TEENAGER!

YMCA of the Sandhills offers a summer full of fun for teens, including leadreship opportunities suh as our Leadrs in Training (LIT) and Counselor in Training programs, plus our GET SUMMER --free Y membership for teens with teen-only wellness classes, trips, night events and more with supportive mentors. Plus, community partners share real-life skills that matter--like managing money and landing a great job!

Learn about all the Y's teen programs and how to register for them. 

Contact Info

 

BRIDGE programs

The YMCA is honored to offer a nurturing, safe and fun environment for all families in need.

BRIDGE PROGRAM: New to the Fayetteville community in 2016, single parents attending school full-time may apply for free childcare services to serve their eligible dependents. To read more about the Bridge Program initiative, click here. If you are interested in financially supporting the Bridge Program, please contact us at (910) 426-9622 to donate.

Bridge Application: click here to download. *All schools are eligible.

 

Y NEWS AND EVENTS

 

information about YMCA summer camp 

SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION IS COMING!
We can't wait for summer fun! Families are invited to join us for our Summer Camp Kickoff on Saturday, February 21 from 10 am-1 pm at both the Fayetteville YMCA and the Saleeby Family YMCA. Meet our camp staff, learn what to expect and ask any questions you have about the camp experience. This is a free event open to the community at both of our YMCA facilities. Learn about Summer Camp 2006 for kids and the our Teen Summer Programs, including leadership opportunities at camp and our GET SUMMER free teen memberships! Make friends and memories at the Y this summer!
SPRING INTO SWIMMING! 
Registration opens February 17 at 8 am for our Spring Swim Lessons (March 16-May 30)! Our Y swim instructors are trained, caring leaders ready to help anyone--from infants to seniors--find their love of the water and learn this lifesaving skill! Get all the details and save the date for registration.
BASKETBALL IS BACK! REGISTRATION EXTENDED THROUGH FEBRUARY 8!
Calling all young ballers! Youth basketball is back at the Fayetteville YMCA February 21-March 28! Registration is open through February 8 for for 2- to 3-year-olds, 4- to -5- year-olds and 6- to -8-year-olds. Get the details or register here!
MYRTLE BEACH SHOW TRIP!

The Y invites active older adults to hit the road and head to the beach May 5-7, 2026, for our Myrtle Beach Show Trip! Come one, come all for this trip packed with music, shows, shopping, dining and fun! DEADLINE EXTENDED due to weather--$75 is required to hold your spot and final payment due by Feb. 26! Get all the details here!