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YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Explorers

Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School · ★ 4.5 (2 reviews)

The Marin YMCA Explorers camp at Loma Verde Elementary offers a traditional day camp experience for children entering grades K-5, focusing on fun, friendship...

▌ Editor's read The YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Explorers camp is a day camp for children entering grades K-5, offering a traditional camp experience with activities like sports, arts and crafts, and outdoor play. The camp is operated by the YMCA of San Francisco, a non-profit organization. The website states that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in CPR, First Aid, and child abuse prevention, indicating a commitment to safety. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not published, the YMCA generally adheres to industry standards. The YMCA of San Francisco has a Google review rating of 4.3 stars based on 1,000+ reviews. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited. Social media handles include @ymcasf on Instagram and YMCASF on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 8–10

YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Explorers fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given traditional day camp program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 8–10
  • Hours: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
  • Address: 399 Alameda De La Loma, Novato, CA 94949, USA
  • Cost notes: YMCA member/non-member pricing. A deposit is due each week. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Explorers

What ages does YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Explorers accept?
YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Explorers is open to children ages 8–10. 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 YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Explorers cost?
YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Explorers doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. YMCA member/non-member pricing. A deposit is due each week. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Explorers's hours?
YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Explorers runs 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Explorers?
YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Explorers is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Explorers provide lunch?
YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Explorers does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Explorers compare to other traditional day camp camps in Novato?
YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Explorers is one of 45 traditional day camp camps in Novato 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.

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