YMCA Camp Surf operates within the greater Y of San Diego County mission of helping to nurture a health mind, body, and spirit while honoring our faith-based heritage. YMCA Camp Surf's environmental and outdoor education program's more specific mission is to provide youth opportunities to develop connections with each other, connections within their selves, and connections with the ocean and coastal environments. We educate on conservation, sustainable practices, ocean and coastal science, and environmental ethics. We operate on US Navy land, with a stated dual mission of protecting our 45 acres of open coast and dunes surrounded by an urban environment.

Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.

YMCA of the Rockies puts Christian principles into practice through programs, staff, and facilities in an environment that builds healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. We will accomplish this by serving conferences of a religious, educational, or recreational nature, providing unifying experiences for families, offering character building and life-enriching experiences for today's youth, and serving our staff with leadership opportunities and productive work experiences.