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YMCA of Greater San Antonio Summer Day Camp

Walzem Y · $182/week

The YMCA of Greater San Antonio Summer Day Camp offers a variety of activities including swimming, sports, arts, and educational enrichment for children acro...

▌ Editor's read The YMCA of Greater San Antonio Summer Day Camp website loads successfully and provides detailed information about their summer programs. The camp is a day camp, offering activities such as swimming, sports, arts & crafts, and educational enrichment across various YMCA locations in the San Antonio area. The website explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in CPR, First Aid, and child abuse prevention, indicating a strong commitment to safety. While not explicitly listed in the ACA directory, the YMCA is a well-established non-profit organization. Google reviews for the YMCA of Greater San Antonio generally show a rating of 4.0 stars or higher across multiple locations, with many positive comments about staff and program quality. The camp's social media presence includes an active Instagram handle @ymcasatx and a Facebook page YMCASATX, showcasing camp activities and community engagement.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–13

YMCA of Greater San Antonio Summer Day Camp 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: 5–13
  • Hours: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Address: 5538 Walzem Rd., San Antonio, TX 78218
  • Cost notes: USD.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA of Greater San Antonio Summer Day Camp

What ages does YMCA of Greater San Antonio Summer Day Camp accept?
YMCA of Greater San Antonio Summer Day Camp 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 Summer Day Camp cost?
YMCA of Greater San Antonio Summer Day Camp publishes $182/week for the standard session. USD. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are YMCA of Greater San Antonio Summer Day Camp's hours?
YMCA of Greater San Antonio Summer Day Camp runs 7:00 AM - 6:00 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 Summer Day Camp?
YMCA of Greater San Antonio Summer Day Camp 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 Summer Day Camp provide lunch?
YMCA of Greater San Antonio Summer Day Camp 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 Summer Day Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in San Antonio?
YMCA of Greater San Antonio Summer Day Camp is one of 15 traditional day camp 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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