YMCA Camp Aim
YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh · YMCA
Specialized YMCA day camp in Pittsburgh for children and young adults with special needs, offering Learning Support, Autistic Support and Life Skills tracks for ages 5-21 and an Emotional Support track for ages 5-12. Campers rotate through daily specials including art, home economics, music, physical education, swimming and STEAM, with a talent show, a Camp AIM Olympics, an Art-a-Palooza tie-dye day and trips to the Spencer YMCA, Crafton Pool and Park, and the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium. Instruction is individualized and goal-based, aligned to each camper's IEP, and an on-site nurse handles medication administration and health services. Camp AIM is an approved Extended School Year provider for districts in Allegheny, Washington and Butler counties.
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★★★★★Gretchen JezercOur family has camped at Deer Valley since the ‘70s. It is one of the most special places on earth. There is something for everyone. It brings out the best in everyone. Our kids are now in their 20s and absolutely wouldn’t miss it for the world. They and we have made lifelong friendships and precious family memories.
★★★★★Maeve SentnerDeer Valley is our favorite place on earth! I've camped here since I was three years old and nothing beats the mountains, friendships, and memories created here. Truly the best escape every summer!
★★★★★Marge BoydAs a former YMCA staff member I have attended several camps in various states. In my opinion this camp is the best of the best. It is a beautiful facility, well run by dedicated staff where customer service is a priority. The accommodations are top notch and the food is outstanding. You can be certain that the staff will go out of their way to make your visit a memorable experience.
★★★★★GyromurphyGoing to Deer Valley is one of my most memorable childhood memories... way back from the 80s and early 90s. We still have the VHS tapes from there. The paddle boats, the docks, the "Big Red Castle" as I called it as a kid, which was the concession building that served ice cream at the top of the hill... the cabins we stayed in and the dining hall that hit you with maple syrup and coffee smells... I remember the skits they'd perform at the campfire area along the lake. Its been over 3 decades since I've been there, but to this day Deer Valley left memories in my life that ill never forget. I hope beyond hope that families today still get to experience this magical place. We even climbed Mt. Davis one year. If you live in Western PA, this camp is the best place to create generational memories
★★★★★Nellie LaskowA beautiful camp for families during the summer and all kinds of folks/companies year round. My favorite place to disconnect from the outside world and be in nature!