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YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp YMCA Explorers at Mockingbird Elementary

Mockingbird Elementary

YMCA Explorers at Mockingbird Elementary offers a summer day camp experience focused on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility for chil...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas's day camp page, which details various camp locations, including Camp YMCA Explorers. The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas is a non-profit organization, as evidenced by its 'About Us' section and general knowledge of the YMCA structure. The website explicitly states that 'All YMCA staff are background checked and trained in CPR, First Aid, and child abuse prevention,' indicating a commitment to safety. The program type is clearly a day camp, with hours listed from 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM. While the specific Camp YMCA Explorers at Mockingbird Elementary is mentioned, the ACA accreditation status for this specific program or the broader YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas could not be definitively confirmed through the ACA search tool. Social media handles for the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas are @ymcadallas on Instagram and YMCADallas on Facebook, providing additional avenues for information and community engagement. No specific state license number for this particular camp location was found on the website, which is common for YMCA programs operating under broader organizational oversight.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp YMCA Explorers at Mockingbird Elementary 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 community/rec center 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: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 5828 E Mockingbird Ln, Dallas, TX 75206, USA
  • Phone: (214) 328-3848
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp YMCA Explorers at Mockingbird Elementary

What ages does YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp YMCA Explorers at Mockingbird Elementary accept?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp YMCA Explorers at Mockingbird Elementary 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 YMCA Explorers at Mockingbird Elementary cost?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp YMCA Explorers at Mockingbird Elementary doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp YMCA Explorers at Mockingbird Elementary's hours?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp YMCA Explorers at Mockingbird Elementary runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 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 Metropolitan Dallas - Camp YMCA Explorers at Mockingbird Elementary?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp YMCA Explorers at Mockingbird Elementary 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 YMCA Explorers at Mockingbird Elementary provide lunch?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp YMCA Explorers at Mockingbird Elementary 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 YMCA Explorers at Mockingbird Elementary compare to other community/rec center camps in Dallas?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp YMCA Explorers at Mockingbird Elementary is one of 60 community/rec center 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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