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Peninsula Family YMCA - Traditional Camps

Peninsula Family YMCA · ★ 4.1 (124 reviews)

Traditional day camps offering a variety of activities for children at the Peninsula Family YMCA.

▌ Editor's read The Peninsula Family YMCA, part of the YMCA of San Francisco, offers traditional day camps for children aged 4.5 to 11. The website details various camp themes and activities, including outdoor adventures, sports, arts, and STEM. The YMCA of San Francisco states that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in youth development, safety, and first aid. The organization is a non-profit focused on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. While specific Google reviews for the 'Peninsula Family YMCA - Traditional Camps' were not readily available, the YMCA of San Francisco generally holds a positive reputation. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited. 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 5–11

Peninsula Family YMCA - Traditional 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: 1877 Broadway, Redwood City, CA 94063, USA
  • Phone: 650-368-4168
  • 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 Peninsula Family YMCA - Traditional Camps

What ages does Peninsula Family YMCA - Traditional Camps accept?
Peninsula Family YMCA - Traditional 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 Peninsula Family YMCA - Traditional Camps cost?
Peninsula Family YMCA - Traditional 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 Peninsula Family YMCA - Traditional Camps?
Peninsula Family YMCA - Traditional 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 Peninsula Family YMCA - Traditional Camps provide lunch?
Peninsula Family YMCA - Traditional 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.

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