Chinatown YMCA
School Year Day Camps
When school is out, the YMCA is here to make the most out of the day!
Unlock A Full-Day of Fun!
Our school-year camps are designed for youth to explore arts & crafts, play, and build new friendships.
General Program Information
General Program Information
Youth are organized into small age-appropriate groups led by well-trained youth development staff. Our daily activities are designed with your child’s age and skills in mind, tailored to keep your child engaged and having fun.
Registration Information
A $50 non-refundable deposit is due at registration. Financial Assistance may be available for families who qualify.
To view program details, please see below.
Grades
Kindergarten through 5th grades
Camp Hours
Full Days: 9:00 am-4:00 pm
Half Day on 12/24/2026, from 9:00 am-2:00 pm
Camp Location
Chinatown YMCA
855 Sacramento Street, San Francisco, CA 94108
Upcoming Program Dates
See below for program details and registration.
Winter Recess
- 12/21/2026-12/24/2026
Spring Recess
- 03/29/2027-04/02/2027
Winter Recess
Grades: Kindergarten-5th
Ages: 5-11
Program Location: Chinatown YMCA
Program Hours:
12/21/2026-12/23/2026 (Full Day):
9:00 am-4:00 pm
12/24/2026 (Half Day):
9:00 am-2:00 pm
A $50 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of registration, with full camp fees due two weeks before the start of the program.
If your child is no longer able to attend, refund requests must be submitted in writing via email at least two weeks before your camp week begins.
To register, please contact Koey Zhou at [email protected].
Spring Recess
Grades: Kindergarten-5th
Ages: 5-11
Program Location: Chinatown YMCA
Program Hours:
03/29/2027-04/02/2027 (Full Day):
9:00 am-4:00 pm
A $50 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of registration, with full camp fees due two weeks before the start of the program.
If your child is no longer able to attend, refund requests must be submitted in writing via email at least two weeks before your camp week begins.
To register, please contact Koey Zhou at [email protected].
Financial Assistance & Third-Party Billing
We accept 3rd-party billing, such as, Children’s Council, Marin Childcare Council, or 4Cs. Before you can enroll your student, you must submit a Certificate/Contract of child services provided by your caseworker to [email protected]. Please note that you may be responsible for a portion of the monthly dues. Please contact your caseworker to let them know which program you’d like to register for.
Financial assistance is available to families who qualify, made possible by donors of the YMCA of Greater San Francisco. Please see below for more information.
How to Apply for Financial Assistance
The YMCA of Greater San Francisco welcomes everyone to our programs. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we offer financial assistance on a first-come, first-served basis. As an equal-opportunity provider, we strive to make our programs accessible to all families.
How to Apply
Scholarship amounts vary based on your household income, county, and program site. If you believe your family qualifies, please follow these steps:
- Complete our Financial Assistance application:
- Gather two types of income verification (see the form for accepted documents).
- Email your completed form and documents to [email protected]:
Keeping Your Financial Assistance Aid Current
If we awarded you assistance during the current calendar year, you do not need to reapply for new programs. However, if you have not yet received an award this year, please submit a new application. You can expect a response from one of our associates within approximately 15 business days.
Program Questions?
Contact Koey Zhou at [email protected] for any program-related questions.
Need help with your account?
Contact Member Services at [email protected]. Please include your area of interest and your current Y branch (if applicable) in the subject line of your email. Or call (415) 772-5500, Monday-Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.