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YMCA of Greater San Antonio - Mays Family YMCA at Potranco

Mays Family YMCA at Potranco

YMCA summer day camp at the Mays Family YMCA at Potranco for ages 5-13.

▌ Editor's read The YMCA of Greater San Antonio operates summer day camps, including one at the Mays Family YMCA at Potranco, as evidenced by their website. The site states that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in CPR, First Aid, and child abuse prevention, indicating a commitment to safety. As a YMCA, it is part of a large, well-known non-profit organization with a long history of youth programming. The camp offers a variety of activities designed to promote personal growth and community involvement. While specific ACA accreditation for this particular branch's camp is not explicitly stated on the provided URL, the YMCA as a national organization often adheres to high standards. The website provides clear information about program types and safety measures.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–13

YMCA of Greater San Antonio - Mays Family YMCA at Potranco 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 outdoors/nature 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: Outdoors/Nature
  • Ages: 5–13
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 8760 Potranco Rd, San Antonio, TX 78251
  • Phone: (210) 924-2277
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA of Greater San Antonio - Mays Family YMCA at Potranco

What ages does YMCA of Greater San Antonio - Mays Family YMCA at Potranco accept?
YMCA of Greater San Antonio - Mays Family YMCA at Potranco is open to children ages 5–13. 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 Greater San Antonio - Mays Family YMCA at Potranco cost?
YMCA of Greater San Antonio - Mays Family YMCA at Potranco doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are YMCA of Greater San Antonio - Mays Family YMCA at Potranco's hours?
YMCA of Greater San Antonio - Mays Family YMCA at Potranco runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 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 Greater San Antonio - Mays Family YMCA at Potranco?
YMCA of Greater San Antonio - Mays Family YMCA at Potranco 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 Greater San Antonio - Mays Family YMCA at Potranco provide lunch?
YMCA of Greater San Antonio - Mays Family YMCA at Potranco 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 Greater San Antonio - Mays Family YMCA at Potranco compare to other outdoors/nature camps in San Antonio?
YMCA of Greater San Antonio - Mays Family YMCA at Potranco is one of 6 outdoors/nature camps in San Antonio 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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