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YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Camp Estrella in East Dallas

East Dallas · $170/week

YMCA Camp Estrella in East Dallas offers a traditional day camp experience for children aged 5-12, focusing on character development and fun activities.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads as a legitimate program page for YMCA Camp Estrella, part of the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas. The camp is a traditional day camp for children aged 5-12, with activities including swimming, arts & crafts, sports, and field trips. The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in child abuse prevention. Google reviews for 'YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas' are generally positive, with an average rating of 4.3 stars from over 2,000 reviews, often praising the variety of programs and staff engagement. The camp is owned and operated by a nonprofit organization. Social media handles for the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas are @ymcadallas on Instagram and YMCADallas on Facebook. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Camp Estrella in East Dallas 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: 5–12
  • Hours: 7:00am to 5:30pm
  • Address: East Dallas Christian Church 629 N. Peak Street, Dallas, TX 75246
  • Cost notes: USD. Member rate: $150/week.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Camp Estrella in East Dallas

What ages does YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Camp Estrella in East Dallas accept?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Camp Estrella in East Dallas is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Metropolitan Dallas Camp Estrella in East Dallas cost?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Camp Estrella in East Dallas publishes $170/week for the standard session. USD. Member rate: $150/week. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Camp Estrella in East Dallas's hours?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Camp Estrella in East Dallas runs 7:00am to 5:30pm. 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 Metropolitan Dallas Camp Estrella in East Dallas?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Camp Estrella in East Dallas 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 Metropolitan Dallas Camp Estrella in East Dallas provide lunch?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Camp Estrella in East Dallas 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 Metropolitan Dallas Camp Estrella in East Dallas compare to other traditional day camp camps in Dallas?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Camp Estrella in East Dallas is one of 18 traditional day camp camps in Dallas 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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