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Buchanan YMCA - STEAM Camps

Buchanan YMCA · ★ 3.8 (18 reviews)

Buchanan YMCA offers STEAM-focused summer camps for ages 5-11, engaging children in science, technology, engineering,

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the YMCA of San Francisco's Summer Camp & Outdoor Programs page, which details various camp offerings, including those at the Buchanan YMCA. The Buchanan YMCA specifically offers STEAM Camps for ages 5-11. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in child development and safety. The YMCA of San Francisco has a Google review rating of 4.3 stars based on 1,000+ reviews, reflecting general satisfaction with the organization. The program type is clearly day camp. While the YMCA is a well-established non-profit, specific ACA accreditation for the Buchanan YMCA's camp was not found in the ACA directory. The website also lists social media handles for the YMCA of San Francisco as @ymcasf on Instagram and YMCASF on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–11

Buchanan YMCA - STEAM Camps 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: 5–11
  • Address: 1530 Buchanan St, San Francisco, CA 94115, USA
  • Phone: 415-923-7680
  • Cost notes: Pricing varies by location and membership status. Refer to individual branch registration for details.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Buchanan YMCA - STEAM Camps

What ages does Buchanan YMCA - STEAM Camps accept?
Buchanan YMCA - STEAM Camps is open to children ages 5–11. 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 Buchanan YMCA - STEAM Camps cost?
Buchanan YMCA - STEAM Camps doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Pricing varies by location and membership status. Refer to individual branch registration for details. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
Who runs Buchanan YMCA - STEAM Camps?
Buchanan YMCA - STEAM Camps 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 Buchanan YMCA - STEAM Camps provide lunch?
Buchanan YMCA - STEAM Camps 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 Buchanan YMCA - STEAM Camps compare to other traditional day camp camps in San Francisco?
Buchanan YMCA - STEAM Camps is one of 207 traditional day camp camps in San Francisco 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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