YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Camp Maranatha in Lake Highlands
YMCA Camp Maranatha offers traditional day camp experiences for children in Lake Highlands, focusing on character development, skill-building, and fun activi...
▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, detailing the YMCA Camp Maranatha day camp program in Lake Highlands. The camp is part of the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas, a well-known nonprofit organization. The website states that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in CPR, First Aid, and child abuse prevention. The program is a day camp, offering activities like swimming, sports, arts and crafts, and field trips for children aged 5-12. While the specific Camp Maranatha doesn't have a separate Google review profile, the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas has a 4.2-star rating from over 1,000 reviews, with many positive comments about their youth programs. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Social media handles for the broader YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas are @ymcadallas on Instagram and YMCADallas on Facebook.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Camp Maranatha in Lake Highlands 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
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 5–12
- Hours: 7:00am to 5:30pm
- Address: New Mt. Zion Baptist Church 9550 Shepherd Road, Dallas, TX 75243
- 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 Maranatha in Lake Highlands
- What ages does YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Camp Maranatha in Lake Highlands accept?
- YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Camp Maranatha in Lake Highlands 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 Maranatha in Lake Highlands cost?
- YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Camp Maranatha in Lake Highlands 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 Maranatha in Lake Highlands's hours?
- YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Camp Maranatha in Lake Highlands 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 Maranatha in Lake Highlands?
- YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Camp Maranatha in Lake Highlands 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 Maranatha in Lake Highlands provide lunch?
- YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Camp Maranatha in Lake Highlands 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 Maranatha in Lake Highlands compare to other traditional day camp camps in Dallas?
- YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Camp Maranatha in Lake Highlands 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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