Day Camp
Working parents and their kids love our fun, convenient day camps
For ten weeks each summer and for two weeks over the holidays we serve up the YMCA's character values with generous helpings of exciting games, day trips and camp songs and cheers
Cost: $220/Facility Members, $240/Program Members
Download our Summer Camp Brochure
Download the Cancellation Request Form
Read our 2009 Summer Camp Newsletter
Contact Troy O'Leary at 415/615-1309 or by email
Find out why campers return session after session, year after year.
Pioneers - K & 1st Grades
Buckle up for some amazing summer fun! Each week is filled with a wonderful array of games, special events and activities including: swimming, arts & crafts and daily field trips to fun places such as the Antioch Water Park, The Jungle and the San Jose Tech Museum.
The staff to camper ratio is 1:8.
Adventurers - 2nd & 3rd Grades.
Get ready for fantastic thrills this summer! Each day at camp includes lots of fun activities such as swimming, arts & crafts, games and daily field trips including: Nickel City, Zeum and The Jungle.
The staff to camper ratio is 1:10.
Explorers - 4th & 5th Grades
Are you ready to rock the Bay, Explorer? Each day at camp includes lots of fun activities such as swimming, sports and games. Extra special field trips include S.F. Zoo, Lawrence Hall of Science and ice-skating.
The staff to camper ratio is 1:10.
Movin' On - 6th - 8th Grades
Campers will have the freedom to experience even more thrilling adventures! Take trips to places like ice-skating, Aqua Adventure, and Jelly Belly Factory! Once each week campers will get to choose their own field trips and activities. Also included in this camp experience is “Community Jams” an opportunity for middle-school aged youth to participate in community service activities. These activities encourage the youth participant to accept challenges and explore new ideas.
The staff to camper ratio is 1:10.
Counselor In Training Program - High Schoolers
Our Counselor in Training program gives teens youth development leadership skills in real-life group situations. Special training in leadership skills, assisting camp counselors and participating in activities. is just the beginning. The growth and friendships that happen make it all worthwhile. Participants must fill out YMCA of SF application and interview with camp staff. Also, youth must either be a facility or program member. Please sign up for 2-week sessions. Interview and training required. Contact Troy O'Leary or call at (415) 615-1309 or email for more info or to set up an interview.
Bring your child to our convenient downtown location for fun, safe supervised Spring break adventures
Trust the Embarcadero YMCA for your child's spring adventures. Values-driven content, exciting destinations and our skilled staff deliver the best Spring break package ever.
Camp hours:
7:30am to 6:00pm
Daily sessions:
March 29 to April 2
Cost:
Facility Member $45/day
Program Member $55/day
Download a camper application form.
Enroll online at enroll.ymcasf.org
For more information, contact Troy O'Leary at 415/615-1309 or email.
Fun activities include trips to the San Francisco Zoo, Pier 39, Zeum, movies, gift making, San Francisco scavenger hunt, and more. Commute with your child to our downtown location and rest assured that our programs are safe, supervised and fun.
Bring your child to our convenient downtown location for fun, safe supervised holiday adventures
Trust the Embarcadero YMCA for your child's winter adventures. Values-driven content, exciting destinations and our skilled staff deliver the best holiday package ever.
Camp hours:
Coming in December
Daily sessions between:
Coming in December
Cost:
Facility Member $45/day
Program Member $55/day
Download a camper application form
Enroll online at enroll.ymcasf.org
For more information, contact Troy O'Leary at 415/615-1309 or email.
Fun activities include trips to the San Francisco Zoo, Pier 39, Zeum, movies, gift making, San Francisco scavenger hunt, and more. Commute with your child to our downtown location and rest assured that our programs are safe, supervised and fun.
No child should be left indoors
Camp Jones Gulch welcomes all YMCA of San Francisco members
For more information, go to the Camp Jones Gulch website pages or contact Resident
The YMCA Camp Jones Gulch believes everyone needs and deserves opportunities to explore outside
Situated on 927 acres of unspoiled forest and meadows near La Honda, Camp Jones Gulch's old-growth redwoods and beautiful surroundings inspire campers to learn and explore in the natural world. Family Camps, resident camps over the summer and during holiday breaks are time tested local traditions. Resident camps servce youth aged 6-16.
During the Resident Camp program, we maintain a 1:5 staff to camper ratio. Camp staff are carefully screened and complete an intense training program designed to foster a safe and fun environment for all children.
Through the generosity of our donors, the YMCA offers financial assistance to the extent that it is available
How To Apply:
The 2010 Summer Camp Financial Assistance form is not yet available. Please check back this spring.
YMCA membership and programs are open to everyone. Financial assistance, to the extent possible, is made available through our generous donors. Financial assistance awards are based on eligibility requirements; applicants who do not meet the requirements will not be considered.
Residency Requirements: In order to apply for financial assistance your residence must be within our service area, which includes only zip codes: 94103, 94105, 94107, 94110, 94111, 94112, 94124, 94134 and 94158
Income Requirements And Award Levels: In order to apply for financial assistance your maximum annual income must be at or below 60% of the unadjusted area median income (AMI) for HUD’s metro fair market rent area that contains San Francisco
Financial assistance award amounts are up to 35% of the cost of each camp session requested. Awards are granted based on family size, relative income and location of residence.