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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 5-12, focusing on outdoor activities, arts, and community engagement in S...

▌ Editor's read The Chinatown YMCA Explorers camp website loads successfully and provides details for a traditional day camp for ages 5-12. The camp is part of the YMCA of San Francisco, a large nonprofit organization. While the specific Chinatown branch camp is not individually listed in the ACA directory, the YMCA as a larger entity often adheres to high standards. The website states that all staff undergo background checks, and they emphasize safety as a top priority. The program includes outdoor adventures, arts and crafts, sports, and community service. Google reviews for the 'Chinatown YMCA' generally show a rating of 4.3 stars from 100+ reviews, with many praising the community feel and variety of programs. The camp offers financial assistance, demonstrating a commitment to accessibility.
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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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