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YMCA of San Francisco - Mission YMCA - Mission YMCA - Explorers

Mission YMCA - Mission YMCA · ★ 3.3 (8 reviews)

Mission YMCA Explorers offers a traditional day camp experience for children in grades K-5, focusing on activities like swimming, sports, arts, and field trips.

▌ Editor's read The YMCA of San Francisco - Mission YMCA - Explorers camp is a day camp for children in grades K-5, offering a variety of activities including swimming, sports, arts & crafts, and field trips. The website, ymcasf.org/summer-camp-mission/, loads successfully and provides detailed information about the camp's offerings, weekly themes, and registration process. While the specific 'Explorers' program is not individually accredited by the ACA, the YMCA of San Francisco is a well-established non-profit organization. The website states, 'All YMCA staff and volunteers undergo a thorough background check and receive extensive training in child development, safety, and first aid.' Google reviews for the Mission YMCA generally show a positive sentiment, with an average rating of 4.3 stars from 250+ reviews, often praising the facilities and programs for children. The camp emphasizes a safe and inclusive environment, promoting the YMCA's core values.
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Who thrives here Ages 9–11

YMCA of San Francisco - Mission YMCA - Mission YMCA - Explorers sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right traditional day camp fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
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Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 9–11
  • Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Address: 4080 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94131, 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 - Mission YMCA - Mission YMCA - Explorers

What ages does YMCA of San Francisco - Mission YMCA - Mission YMCA - Explorers accept?
YMCA of San Francisco - Mission YMCA - Mission YMCA - Explorers is open to children ages 9–11. 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 YMCA of San Francisco - Mission YMCA - Mission YMCA - Explorers cost?
YMCA of San Francisco - Mission YMCA - Mission 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 - Mission YMCA - Mission YMCA - Explorers's hours?
YMCA of San Francisco - Mission YMCA - Mission YMCA - Explorers runs 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.. 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 - Mission YMCA - Mission YMCA - Explorers?
YMCA of San Francisco - Mission YMCA - Mission 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 - Mission YMCA - Mission YMCA - Explorers provide lunch?
YMCA of San Francisco - Mission YMCA - Mission 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 - Mission YMCA - Mission YMCA - Explorers compare to other traditional day camp camps in San Francisco?
YMCA of San Francisco - Mission YMCA - Mission 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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