YMCA Branch Name

For Youth Development
For Healthy Living
For Social Development

Welcome to the

La Porte County
Family YMCA

The La Porte County Family YMCA strengthens the foundations of our community through well-being and fitness, camps, family time, swim, sports and play, and other activities for people of all ages, incomes and abilities. We’re more than just a place to work out. At the Y, we help build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all with the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility at the heart of everything we do.

With a commitment to nurturing youth development, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility, the Y ensures that every individual has access to the essentials needed to learn, grow and thrive.


NEWS FROM THE Y

Camp Kids
Summer Adventure Camp

It's that time again! The La Porte County Family YMCA will be offering our Summer Adventure Camp starting May 30th. The Camp runs Monday through Friday until August 19th and includes team building, field trips, educational activities, and more! Camp is for children entering Kindergarten through 8th grade. Children can be registered for camp weekly or for the entire summer. Registration is open please sign up today at both Long Beach and La Porte YMCA branch locations. Hope to see you there! 

Camp Dates: May 30 - August 19

Days of the Week: Monday-Friday

Time: 6:30 A.M.-6:00 P.M.

Drop Off Locations:

Swanson Gym, La Porte County Family YMCA Branch, 901 Michigan Avenue.

St. Paul Lutheran Church & School, 818 Franklin St. Michigan City, IN 46360. 

Cost Per Week:

Members: $85 (plus $10 for field trip fee)

Non-Members: $115 (plus $10 for field trip fee)

Field Trips: Click Here

Check back soon for more details to follow. Have Questions? Please Contact Tara Buchanan our Program Director at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .


"School's Out" Day Camps

No school? No problem? Our Y offers full-day mini-camps for those days when school is out. Children can be dropped off as early as 6 a.m. and picked up as late as 6 p.m. Counselors lead children in scheduled activities throughout the day such as playing games in the gym, arts and crafts, an occasional movie, swimming and much more. Children bring a sack lunch, bathing suit and towel each day. Registration deadline is the Friday prior to the day of the camp. (Registrations after that day will be assessed a $10 late fee) 2013 "School's Out" Camp dates are  Jan 21, Mar. 15, Mar. 29, Apr. 1-5, May 17, and May 24.

Members: $20/child

Non-members: $30/child

"Snow Day" Camps

When La Porte Community Schools are cancelled for the day because of weather-related conditions, the Y offers our full-day mini-camp. Children can be dropped off as early as 6:30 a.m. and picked up as late as 6 p.m. Children should bring a sack lunch, bathing suit and towel. You may also check our Facebook page to confirm camp availability and start time.

Members: $20/child

Non-members: $30/child


The Y is committed to providing programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all. We make every effort to ensure that no one is turned away due to inability to pay. Click to read more about our financial assistance.