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YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Wade Thomas Elementary School - Adventurers

Marin YMCA - Wade Thomas Elementary School · ★ 4.0 (4 reviews)

The Marin YMCA Adventurers camp at Wade Thomas Elementary School offers a traditional day camp experience for children entering grades K-5, focusing on fun, ...

▌ Editor's read The Marin YMCA Adventurers camp at Wade Thomas Elementary School is a traditional day camp for children entering grades K-5, operating as part of the YMCA of San Francisco. The website details a focus on fun, friendship, and personal growth through activities like arts and crafts, sports, and outdoor play. While the specific Adventurers program is not individually accredited by the ACA, the YMCA of San Francisco is a reputable non-profit organization. The website states that 'All YMCA staff and volunteers undergo a thorough background check,' indicating a commitment to safety. Google reviews for the Marin YMCA generally show a positive sentiment, with an average rating of 4.3 stars from over 200 reviews, often praising the staff and programs. The camp is a day program, and no specific staff-to-camper ratio is published on the site. Social media handles for the broader YMCA of San Francisco are @ymcasf on Instagram and YMCASF on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–8

YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Wade Thomas Elementary School - Adventurers is well suited to lower-elementary campers who can sit through a 30-minute activity block but still need movement breaks every hour. traditional day camp content lands when it's framed as play first, instruction second; this age responds to friend-group continuity more than to specific skill outcomes.

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: 6–8
  • Hours: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
  • Address: 150 Ross Ave, San Anselmo, CA 94960, 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 - Wade Thomas Elementary School - Adventurers

What ages does YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Wade Thomas Elementary School - Adventurers accept?
YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Wade Thomas Elementary School - Adventurers is open to children ages 6–8. 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 - Wade Thomas Elementary School - Adventurers cost?
YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Wade Thomas Elementary School - Adventurers 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 - Wade Thomas Elementary School - Adventurers's hours?
YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Wade Thomas Elementary School - Adventurers 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 - Wade Thomas Elementary School - Adventurers?
YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Wade Thomas Elementary School - Adventurers 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 - Wade Thomas Elementary School - Adventurers provide lunch?
YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Wade Thomas Elementary School - Adventurers 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 - Wade Thomas Elementary School - Adventurers compare to other traditional day camp camps in San Anselmo?
YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Wade Thomas Elementary School - Adventurers is one of 45 traditional day camp camps in San Anselmo 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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