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YMCA of San Francisco - Chinatown YMCA - Explorers

Chinatown · ★ 4.2 (80 reviews)

Chinatown YMCA Explorers offers a traditional day camp experience for children aged 5-11, focusing on outdoor activities, arts, and community engagement in S...

▌ Editor's read The YMCA of San Francisco - Chinatown YMCA - Explorers camp website loads successfully and provides detailed information about their day camp program for children aged 5-11. The camp is operated by the YMCA, a known non-profit organization. The website mentions that all staff are background checked and trained in CPR and First Aid, indicating a commitment to safety. The program includes a variety of activities such as swimming, arts and crafts, sports, and weekly field trips. While the specific Chinatown YMCA camp does not appear to be individually accredited by the ACA, the YMCA as a larger organization often adheres to high standards. Google reviews for the 'YMCA of San Francisco' generally show a rating of 4.3 stars from over 1,000 reviews, reflecting overall positive community perception. 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 8–10

YMCA of San Francisco - Chinatown YMCA - 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: 8:00 am to 5:30 pm
  • Address: 855 Sacramento Street, San Francisco, CA 94108, 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 - Chinatown YMCA - Explorers

What ages does YMCA of San Francisco - Chinatown YMCA - Explorers accept?
YMCA of San Francisco - Chinatown YMCA - 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 - Chinatown YMCA - Explorers cost?
YMCA of San Francisco - Chinatown YMCA - 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 - Chinatown YMCA - Explorers's hours?
YMCA of San Francisco - Chinatown YMCA - Explorers runs 8:00 am to 5:30 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 - Chinatown YMCA - Explorers?
YMCA of San Francisco - Chinatown YMCA - 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 - Chinatown YMCA - Explorers provide lunch?
YMCA of San Francisco - Chinatown YMCA - 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 - Chinatown YMCA - Explorers compare to other traditional day camp camps in San Francisco?
YMCA of San Francisco - Chinatown YMCA - Explorers 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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