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Good Times Summer Day Camp

443 Merrill Hills Rd, Waukesha, WI 53188, USA

Overview

Category:Summer Camps
Location:Milwaukee, WI

Expert Summary

Detailed Insights

Good Times Summer Day Camp consistently delivers an 'absolute magic' summer experience rooted in a strong 'family' atmosphere. It's an environment where children not only stay entertained daily with 'new opportunities and fun activities' but also deeply connect with peers and staff, forming lasting friendships and a profound sense of belonging. The camp is set apart by its exceptionally dedicated, kind, and energetic staff, including actively involved owners, who prioritize each child's safety, social-emotional growth, and overall happiness, providing a nurturing 'safe haven' from outside pressures.

Key Highlights

  • Cultivates a profound 'family' atmosphere, leading to strong, lasting friendships among campers (Review 1, 4)
  • Staff (counselors, directors, and owners Richard and Cathlynn) are consistently described as exceptionally kind, caring, energetic, passionate, and dedicated, going 'above and beyond' (Review 2, 3, 4, 5)
  • Provides a highly nurturing and supportive environment where children 'blossom' and thrive socially and emotionally (Review 4, 5)
  • Offers varied and engaging daily activities, ensuring campers are 'entertained' and always 'have a smile' on their face, even on 'rainy days' (Review 1, 3)
  • Generates immense excitement and anticipation in campers, with many looking forward to camp daily and year-round (Review 1, 2, 3)
  • Prioritizes camper safety, attention, affirmation, and security, instilling 'peace of mind' in parents/grandparents (Review 2, 3, 5)
  • Fosters high loyalty, with many campers attending for multiple years, even their 'entire childhood' (e.g., 4-14 years old) (Review 1, 2, 5)

Standout Features

  • A unique 'family' and 'home' like environment that fosters deep personal connections and friendships (Review 1)
  • Exceptional staff dedication and passion, creating an 'infectious enthusiasm' that radiates throughout the camp (Review 2, 4)
  • Owners (Richard and Cathlynn) are actively involved and 'intentional about making every aspect of the camp reflect excellence' (Review 3, 5)
  • A 'multifaceted program' designed to provide 'new opportunities and fun activities everyday' (Review 1, 3)
  • A consistently positive and upbeat atmosphere that acts as a 'safe haven' of 'great values and great attitudes' (Review 4, 5)
  • Proven ability to keep children thrilled and engaged, even during less ideal weather ('including rainy days') (Review 3)

Perfect For

Ideal for children aged 4-5 years old up to 14 years old, based on explicit camper durations (Review 1, 5)
Suitable for long-term enrollment, with many campers returning for over 9 years and younger siblings 'counting down the days' until they can attend (Review 1, 2, 5)
Offers opportunities for older teens to transition from campers to counselors, demonstrating suitability for continuous engagement (Review 1)

Ideal For

Families seeking a camp with a strong sense of community and 'family' values for their children.
Children aged 4-14 who benefit from a nurturing, supportive, and consistently positive social environment.
Parents prioritizing dedicated, caring staff and active owner involvement in their child's summer experience.
Kids who thrive on varied activities and come home 'always with a smile on my face' (Review 1).
Families looking for a camp that can serve their child for their 'entire childhood' (Review 1).

💡Pro Tips from Reviews

  • Consider this camp for long-term engagement; multi-year attendance is common and highly praised, indicating a strong positive developmental impact over time.
  • If seeking a camp focused on social-emotional growth and building strong, lasting friendships, Good Times excels in creating this 'family' environment.
  • Parents looking for a camp where staff are genuinely passionate and hands-on, including the owners, will find this a key strength.
  • Expect detailed and enthusiastic stories from your child about their day's activities, reflecting deep engagement and enjoyment (Review 3).

Price & Value

Not mentioned in the reviews. The emphasis is on the high quality of the experience, staff, and environment.

Accessibility & Special Needs

  • No specific accommodations mentioned.

🍎Food & Drink Policy

  • Not mentioned in the reviews.

🚗Parking Info

  • Not mentioned in the reviews.

👥Crowd Levels

  • Not explicitly mentioned, but the consistent emphasis on individual attention, 'family' feel, and children feeling 'loved' suggests that it does not feel overly crowded or chaotic, allowing staff to meet individual needs effectively.

🛡️Safety Features

  • Directors 'go above and beyond to ensure each camper is safe' (Review 2)
  • Staff meet children's 'needs for attention, affirmation, friendship, engaged activity, and security' (Review 3)
  • Provides a 'safe haven' for children, emphasizing 'great values and great attitudes' (Review 5)

Pricing/Package/Events

Pricing & Packages

Forever Fun & Forever Young Programs

Duration: Flexible (choice of days)

Designed for rapidly developing campers (ages 4-6). Features low camper-to-counselor ratios, a small camp environment, and encourages skill-building activities using safe, scaled-down or over-sized equipment. Mixes imaginative, energetic activities with relaxing ones.

Includes:
  • No hidden fees
  • Swimming lessons
  • Field trips (e.g., Party in 'Our Park')
  • Entertainers (e.g., Bahama Bob with Steel Drum)
  • Free snacks each day
  • Occasional Friday pizza parties
  • Two camp t-shirts (with registration)
  • One camp bag (with registration)
  • Daily scheduled activities (see regular schedule for details)
Ages: 4, 5-6

Junior Explorers Program

Duration: Flexible (choice of days)

An action-packed program for campers aged 7-8, focusing on physical, intellectual, emotional, and social growth. Counselors emphasize effort and fun through intermediate-level games, crafts, swimming lessons, and sports. Programming is designed to encourage perseverance in developing new skills and friendships.

Includes:
  • No hidden fees
  • Swimming lessons
  • Field trips (e.g., Party at the Park)
  • Entertainers (e.g., Bahama Bob with Steel Drum)
  • Free snacks each day
  • Occasional Friday pizza parties
  • Two camp t-shirts (with registration)
  • One camp bag (with registration)
  • Daily scheduled activities (see regular schedule for details)
Ages: 7-8

Events & Schedule

Special Events(Last 2 months - Next 6 months)

Occasional Friday Pizza Parties

Fridays (occasional)

Included

DJ Pool Party

Every Other Week on Fridays

Included

🍎Food Policy

  • Free snacks provided daily.
  • Occasional Friday pizza parties.

🛡️Safety Policy

  • Low camper-to-counselor ratios maintained.
  • Counselors trained in pediatric CPR, first aid, and pool safety.
  • Regular safety checks performed by camp management.
  • 100% committed to providing a fun and safe environment.

📅Booking Policy

  • Flexible attendance: parents can choose the number of days to attend and come on desired days.
  • Parents decide which days their child attends; if one day doesn't work, they can come another.

🚗Parking Information

  • Morning drop-off system (7:00 AM - 8:45 AM) allows parents to stay in their car.
  • Afternoon pick-up system (4:15 PM - 6:00 PM) allows parents to stay in their car.
  • Bus service offered to Brookfield.
Information extracted from official website • Last updated: Sep 29, 2025

What People Say

What's Great

  • Friendly and helpful staff (mentioned in 6 reviews)
  • Safe environment for children (mentioned in 2 reviews)
  • Fun and entertaining activities (mentioned in 4 reviews)

Recent Reviews

Katy Eutizzi

Katy Eutizzi

9 months ago

I went to Good Times Summer Day Camp from when I was 4 years old until I was 14. If there is one way I could describe this camp it would be family. I have never felt such a connection to others more than I have at this camp. I met some of my best friends there and people to this day I consider my family. My older brothers all went there as campers too and my two oldest brothers were counselors while I was there. We all loved this place and would look forward to the summertime. Every time in the summer I would look forward to waking up early and going to camp. They bring new opportunities and fun activities everyday that keeps the campers entertained. There was not one day I went home thinking I had a bad time at camp, I always had a smile on my face. They hire the most amazing people to make the summer the best they can for their campers. Good Times isn’t just a camp but also a home for everyone. I was lucky enough to be able to go to Good Times for my entire childhood and I would recommend this camp to everyone.

Emily Lewein

Emily Lewein

10 months ago

We absolutely love camp good times. My daughter has been going here for years and every summer is absolute magic. The counselors are kind, caring and energetic. The directors are outstanding and go above and beyond to ensure each camper is safe, loved and has a wonderful summer. My youngest are counting down the days until they are old enough to attend. Thank you camp good times for providing a truly wonderful summer experience for our community.

Billie Lamb

Billie Lamb

9 months ago

This is our grandson's second glorious summer at Good Times, and we only wish he had been able to be a camper for ALL of his summers prior! There is a palpable sense of excited anticipation of a fun-filled day when we drop him off. There is peace of mind all during the day, knowing that his needs for attention, affirmation, friendship, engaged activity, and security are all being met by the kind and capable counselors and staff! There isn't a day when he hasn't been thrilled to be at camp ~ including rainy days! When we pick him up in the late afternoon, he has no shortage of memorable events to tell us about! Owners Richard and Cathlynn seem to be very intentional about making every aspect of the camp reflect excellence, from the physical space to the multifaceted program provided daily for the campers! For our grandchild, it’s been an opportunity to experience the very best of summer "good times"! As a former teacher of young children, I know what it takes to provide the excellent experience Good Times provides! We could not be happier with each and every aspect of the camp!

Jayme Wagner

Jayme Wagner

8 months ago

This was our first year at Goodtimes, and the only way to describe our daughter’s experience is truly magical. The energy of the camp itself radiates positivity and excitement. Our daughter blossomed this summer, not only because of the friendships she made with the other kids but also because of the nurturing and supportive atmosphere created by the staff. You can tell that every staff member genuinely loves being there, they are passionate about their work and bring an infectious enthusiasm to everything they do. They treat the kids with such care and dedication, making the entire experience unforgettable. We’re so looking forward to next summer at Goodtimes. Thank you so much for taking care of our daughter this summer and making it memorable ❤️

Stacy Barton

Stacy Barton

8 months ago

My son has been going to Good Times since he was 5 years old. Now he is 14 and thriving. There are truly no words that would express how grateful and humbled we are by the consistent kindness and caring staff and owners at Good Times. The consistency of always being upbeat positive and caring to all of the kids is one of many things that sets Good Times apart and makes it a little slice of heaven on earth. In a world where kids are pressured and have so many outside influences, Good Times has provided a safe haven of great values and great attitudes. Another awesome year in the books! Thanks to all the amazing people who work so hard to make the magic happen. Many blessing to all. Stacy

Contact Information

443 Merrill Hills Rd, Waukesha, WI 53188, USA

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Opening Hours

Monday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Quick Stats

Overall Rating
4.4
Total Reviews38
Recent Reviews5