Let summer fun be the start for an amazing school year! Kinder Camp is designed for children entering kindergarten in September 2022. Structured Day Camp activities support the transition to or from kindergarten by building social and emotional skills in a fun and nurturing environment, including a focus on classroom structure, transitional activities, and group play. Staff members experienced in engaging with this age group understand the importance of rich adult-child interactions and focus on building supportive, nurturing relationships with every camper. Campers participate in indoor and outdoor physical fitness, interactive science, literacy activities, theme based arts and crafts, and local outings. To develop their skill sets and comfort levels with city travel, campers participate in at least one field trip by bus each session. Each week has a special theme, guest, or event, such as on-site a magic show, live petting zoo, and the circus! Campers also enjoy our cool, air-conditioned classrooms and peanut/tree nut-sensitive facility.

Cost per two week session:
Community $620

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Financial Assistance is available 

There is an energy and magic to summer camp that cannot be replicated! Friends, experiences, and memories to last a lifetime! Our campers establish new friendships, participate in sports and creative arts, explore science and nature, swim (ages 7 and up), and of course, have fun! Campers learn how to express themselves in a safe and bully-free environment while developing our four core YMCA values of respect, caring, honesty, and responsibility. Our Day Camp includes a wide range of sports, instructional swimming (for ages 7 and up), arts and crafts, and themed days such as “Superhero Day.” Campers will have recreational swim, along with swimming lessons, at least once per session. There are also weekly field trips done by bus or train where campers get a chance to learn about their communities. Day Camp activities are designed to help children retain and build upon the academic skills they have developed during the school year. Research has shown that children can lose a half grade of learning over the summer months. To help mitigate summer learning loss, the YMCA offers interactive programs such as Book of the Week, which gives campers the opportunity to read books and participate in facilitated discussions. Activities such as journaling and age-appropriate science experiments expand their literacy, math and science skills, and promote their ability to think critically. All of the activities are geared to be fun and build lifetime memories!

*campers are divided into age groups with children within one to two years of their age 

Cost per two week session:
Community $525

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Financial Assistance is available

Summer is amazing when you are active and have friends and coaches cheering you on! Our Sports Camp is designed to enhance various sports skills and fundamentals in age-appropriate groups. Campers learn the history, rules, and key skills of baseball, basketball, soccer, and flag football, all while having fun and practicing their techniques in mini-games. They explore the values of teamwork, good sportsmanship, and motivating each other to succeed, while strengthening their appreciation for a strong work ethic. Sports Camp staff have a background and/or education in coaching sports. When campers are not playing a sport, they engage in Day Camp activities, including field trips, arts and crafts, and swimming (once per session). Our activities and interactions emphasize building self-esteem and self-confidence.

Cost per two week session:
Community $620

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Financial Assistance is available

Teens are at that magical time in life when they are developing unique personalities, opinions, and peer relationships. Summer is the time they explore, have fun, and continue to grow and mature! Teen Camp is for young people who are currently enrolled in middle school and/or high school, and is designed to immerse campers in a variety of fun activities — tailored specifically to their age and interests — that keep them active, learning, and engaged. Campers explore science, the arts, sports, and swimming, all with a focus on building skills, confidence, and strong peer relationships. Each session, campers participate in project based learning and citywide trips designed to engage teens in developing their leadership skills, real-world experiences, career aspirations, and educational goals — all while making friends and having fun. Included are workshops that explore resume building and interview dynamics, helping teens prepare for the years ahead of them. Teen Camp creates memories, relationships, and experiences that they’ll carry with them for a lifetime!

 Cost per two week session:
Community $525

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Financial Assistance is available

Learn more about summer camp and visit with camp staff at our Open Houses. Check with your local branch for the specific time of their open house.

• Saturday, February 11
• Saturday, March 11
• Saturday, April 29 – Healthy Kids Day and Early Bird Deadline
• Saturday, May 13

1. Sign up online and reserve your child’s spot
   • Complete online forms
   • Submit a $100 deposit for each session you would like your child to attend
   • How to complete online registration form
      
2. Take advantage of our discounts
   • Member rates if you are a YMCA member
   • 10% Early Bird discount if you pay off your entire balance by April 29, 2023
   • 10% Sibling Discount for all siblings of the first child registered at full price
   • Note: Early Bird and Sibling Discounts cannot be combined
      
3. Note on payments:
   • Two forms of payment are accepted: credit cards, and cash.
   • The YMCA accepts all major credit cards, and you will need to sign up for automatic billing to ensure payments are made on time with no late fees incurred
   • Online payment is currently not able to process 3rd party payments, sibling discounts, and financial assistance
   • How to complete online payments
      
4. Once you’ve submitted your information and payment online, you’ll receive an email with additional registration and medical forms that you’ll need to complete and submit to the camp director before the start of camp.
    
5. Your child’s full application packet, including medical forms, are due before the camp registration can be finalized. The medical form must be completed by a physician and include signature, date of exam, and stamp.
    
6. If you wish to sign up for camp in person, come to our YMCA branch and we will be happy to assist you.

Fees

Discounts

Take advantage of our discounts

• 10% Early Bird Discount if you pay off your entire balance by April 30, 2022
• 10% Sibling Discount for all siblings of the first child registered at full price
• Note: Early Bird and Sibling Discounts cannot be combined

Financial Assistance

The YMCA of Greater New York awards financial aid to campers based on the family’s annual income. Download an application and bring it to your branch to explore scholarship options.

Credit Policy

All refund requests related to medical or health emergencies will be honored. All requests for credits or refunds not due to medical or health reasons must be submitted in advance of program start.

According to the NYC Department of Health, all participants must have a completed medical form on file prior to the start of summer camp. Please submit your child’s complete medical information form. It’s also a good idea to keep extra copies of the medical form for your records. If your child does not have complete medical forms along with immunization records, they may not attend camp.

During the registration process, it is extremely important that families notify the camp if the child has any medical conditions such as, but not limited to, allergies, asthma, diabetes or other conditions.

Additionally, campers must submit all necessary consent forms, including but not limited to: 

• Authorized Pick Up
• Emergency Care Consent

Camper Information Form

Medical Form

Prior to your child attending camp, we require all families to attend our orientation. You will receive more information on this in your welcome email from the camp director.

Y campers stretch themselves physically and creatively. They play games, read, create books, and write poetry. They participate in science experiments, solve puzzles, craft art, and perform music and shows. Parents say their children come home tired, smiling, and frequently humming a new camp cheer.

Weekly schedules for each age group are provided to families at the beginning of each session. They can be obtained from the camp office. Families are encouraged to review the weekly schedule with their child. Weekly activities that are planned and scheduled are age-appropriate, recreational, challenging, and fun. If there are any questions about the activities or events, please speak to the Camp Director.

Each camper will receive two t-shirts and a camp bag. Camp t-shirts must be worn every day. Additional camp t-shirts may be purchased with the camp director.

The YMCA is a peanut- and nut-free environment.

During the registration process, it is extremely important that families notify the camp if the child has any medical conditions such as, but not limited to, allergies, asthma, diabetes, or other conditions.

Y Camp is Fun

• Camp is Part of the Y’s DNA: We’ve been running camps for decades and we’ve adapted to our current context to keep camp fun and safe for all.
• Cut the Screen Time: From sports to crafts to games to adventures, we’ll make sure your kids get to play and participate in all types of exciting activities, including dedicated outdoor time every day (weather permitting).
• New Friends: In the course of a week, kids will make new friends and connect with campers and staff members.

Y Camp is Enriching

• Educational Camps: Our creative and enriching camps — from traditional day camp to specialty camps like STEAM — help kids reach their fullest potential physically, mentally, and emotionally.
• Cultivate Social-Emotional Learning: Camp is a safe space to try new things, build new skills, and develop trusting relationships.
• Y Core Values: Our camp program focuses on the Y core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Y Camp is the Highest Quality

• Experienced Staff: We’re seasoned youth development professionals who have a passion for education.
• Camp Spirit: We love camp, yes we do, we love camp, how about you? Each camp has a fun and exciting energy that can only be found at the YMCA. From daily cheers to wacky spirit days, from camp songs sang throughout the day to weekly challenges, we create an experience that promotes individuality amongst campers and lifelong memories.
• Healthy Environments: We’ve provided care for essential workers and Y families throughout the pandemic, so we’re experienced in ensuring all our programming strictly adheres to current health and safety regulations.

Interested in going to a Sleepaway Camp? Check out our YMCA partners in the NY region. Scholarships to these camps are available thanks to funding from the YMCA of Greater New York and our generous partners (for up to 95% off).  For more information, or to start your registration process, contact sleepawaycamp@ymcanyc.org 

Camp partners: Frost Valley YMCA | YMCA Camp Mohawk | Fairview Lakes YMCA Camps