YMCA of Greater Tulsa - Explorers at Herman & Kate Kaiser YMCA
Explorers camp for younger children at Herman & Kate Kaiser YMCA, providing diverse activities and fun.
▌ Editor's read The YMCA of Greater Tulsa's summer camp website loads successfully, detailing various day camp options, including the Explorers program. While specific ACA accreditation for the Herman & Kate Kaiser YMCA camp was not found, the YMCA is a reputable non-profit organization. The website mentions that all staff undergo extensive training, including CPR, First Aid, and background checks, indicating a commitment to safety. The program type is clearly day camp, with themes like 'Explorers' and 'Adventurers' catering to different age groups. Google reviews for 'YMCA of Greater Tulsa' show a rating of 4.5 stars from over 1,000 reviews, with many positive comments about staff and activities. Social media handles @ymcatulsa on Instagram and 'ymcatulsa' on Facebook are active, showcasing camp activities and community engagement. The camp emphasizes character development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 5–7
YMCA of Greater Tulsa - Explorers at Herman & Kate Kaiser YMCA is well suited to lower-elementary campers who can sit through a 30-minute activity block but still need movement breaks every hour. traditional day camp content lands when it's framed as play first, instruction second; this age responds to friend-group continuity more than to specific skill outcomes.
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: 5–7
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Address: 5400 S Olympia Ave, Tulsa, OK 74107
- Phone: (918) 446-1202
- 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 Greater Tulsa - Explorers at Herman & Kate Kaiser YMCA
- What ages does YMCA of Greater Tulsa - Explorers at Herman & Kate Kaiser YMCA accept?
- YMCA of Greater Tulsa - Explorers at Herman & Kate Kaiser YMCA is open to children ages 5–7. 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 Greater Tulsa - Explorers at Herman & Kate Kaiser YMCA cost?
- YMCA of Greater Tulsa - Explorers at Herman & Kate Kaiser YMCA 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 Greater Tulsa - Explorers at Herman & Kate Kaiser YMCA's hours?
- YMCA of Greater Tulsa - Explorers at Herman & Kate Kaiser YMCA 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 Greater Tulsa - Explorers at Herman & Kate Kaiser YMCA?
- YMCA of Greater Tulsa - Explorers at Herman & Kate Kaiser YMCA 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 Greater Tulsa - Explorers at Herman & Kate Kaiser YMCA provide lunch?
- YMCA of Greater Tulsa - Explorers at Herman & Kate Kaiser YMCA 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 Greater Tulsa - Explorers at Herman & Kate Kaiser YMCA compare to other traditional day camp camps in Tulsa?
- YMCA of Greater Tulsa - Explorers at Herman & Kate Kaiser YMCA is one of 13 traditional day camp camps in Tulsa 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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