Category

Youth & Family

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Before & After School Care

Before & Afterschool Programs

Kids (Ages 0-12)

The YMCA of San Francisco has been and will continue to be here for families. Our Before- and After-School Programs are safe spaces for students to learn and grow when not in school.

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Early Childhood Education

Early Childhood Education

3 months old to 5 years old (varies per site) Chinatown YMCA, Mission YMCA, Peninsula Family YMCA, Stonestown Family YMCA

Providing a supportive, nurturing environment that enriches the development of the whole child and helps to provide a foundation for the entire family.

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Early Childhood Education

Edwin & Margaret Lee Tung Lok Early Childhood Learning Center

3 months old - 5 years old 75 Vallejo Street, San Francisco, CA 94111

Brighter Futures Start with the Y. Creating a supportive and nurturing environment that fosters the child's overall development while also laying a strong foundation for the entire family.

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Youth & Family

Environmental Advocates

Bayview Hunters Point YMCA

Bringing green jobs and a holistic approach to workforce development.

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Aquatics

Group Swim Lessons

6 Months - Adults Chinatown YMCA, Embarcadero YMCA, Marin YMCA, Peninsula Family YMCA, Presidio Community YMCA, Stonestown Family YMCA

Swimming is not only a well-known healthy activity that exercises the entire body —it is also a skill that can both save lives and enrich them.

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Youth & Family

Reach & Rise® Mentoring

Ages 6-17 Chinatown YMCA, Urban Services YMCA

Together, mentors and mentees share diverse experiences, develop a stronger sense of belonging within their communities, and create lasting memories!

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Camps

School Year and One Day Camps

5-11 Bayview Hunters Point YMCA, Buchanan YMCA, Chinatown YMCA, Embarcadero YMCA, Marin YMCA, Mission YMCA, Peninsula Family YMCA, Presidio Community YMCA, Richmond District YMCA, Stonestown Family YMCA

When school is out, the YMCA of Greater San Francisco is here to keep your children physically active and engaged in STEAM, art, and social interaction.

Become a Member

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Here you’ll find everything you need to support your wellness journey, connect with community programs, and explore resources for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Please take a look around. If you have any concerns please email us at [email protected]