Camp Sloane YMCA Lifeguard Certification
American Red Cross Lifeguard certification program for teens.
▌ Editor's read Camp Sloane is an ACA accredited overnight camp, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, as indicated by the ACA search tool. The camp has a long history, stating on its 'About Us' page that it has been operating for over 100 years. It is affiliated with the YMCA, suggesting a nonprofit organizational structure. The website explicitly mentions that all staff undergo background checks, including fingerprinting and reference checks, demonstrating a commitment to safety. While specific staff-to-camper ratios were not found, the camp's comprehensive approach to staff vetting is a notable strength. Social media presence includes active Instagram and Facebook accounts under 'campsloane'.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1926100+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 15–17
Camp Sloane YMCA Lifeguard Certification serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in overnight/sleepaway, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1926 (100 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 15–17
- Address: 124 Indian Mountain Rd, Lakeville, CT 06039
- Phone: (860) 435-0060
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Free with LEAD program.
2 sessions (2 one-week), from Jun 28 to Jul 11.
Sessions
Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.
- Session 1 Jun 28 – Jul 4, 2026 · 1 week
- Session 2 Jul 5 – 11, 2026 · 1 week
↗ What parents like
- Become a certified lifeguard
- Free with LEAD program
↘ Watch for
- Only for LEAD campers
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Sloane YMCA Lifeguard Certification
- What ages does Camp Sloane YMCA Lifeguard Certification accept?
- Camp Sloane YMCA Lifeguard Certification is open to children ages 15–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Camp Sloane YMCA Lifeguard Certification cost?
- Camp Sloane YMCA Lifeguard Certification doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Free with LEAD program. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- Is Camp Sloane YMCA Lifeguard Certification accredited?
- Yes — Camp Sloane YMCA Lifeguard Certification is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 100 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
- Who runs Camp Sloane YMCA Lifeguard Certification?
- Camp Sloane YMCA Lifeguard Certification is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 100 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Camp Sloane YMCA Lifeguard Certification provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Sloane YMCA Lifeguard Certification includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
- How does Camp Sloane YMCA Lifeguard Certification compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Lakeville?
- Camp Sloane YMCA Lifeguard Certification is one of 15 overnight/sleepaway camps in Lakeville that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Sloane YMCA Lifeguard Certification with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
- Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Sloane YMCA Lifeguard Certification.
- Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program · Ages 15–16 · $1,438/week
- Camp Sloane YMCA - Overnight Camp · Ages 7–15 · $1,438/week
- Camp Sloane YMCA Overnight Camp · Ages 7–15 · $1,438/week
- Camp Sloane YMCA - Day Camp · Ages 4–15 · $523/week
- Camp Sloane YMCA - Day Camp · Ages 4–15 · $523/week
- Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program · Ages 15–16 · $1,438/week
- Camp Sloane YMCA - LEAD Program · Ages 15–16 · $1,438/week
- Camp Sloane YMCA Day Camp · Ages 4–15 · $523/week