Greenpoint YMCA

Early Bird Deadline and Camp Open House
Early Bird Deadline: April 30, 2022
Learn more about summer camp and visit with camp staff at our Open Houses on Saturday, March 12th, Saturday, April 30th, and Saturday, May 14th.
Greenpoint YMCA
99 Meserole Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11222
212-912-2260
(Early Childhood Camp and Swim Camp)
Greenpoint YMCA at St. Stan's
12 Newell Street
Brooklyn, NY 11222
212-912-2260
(All Camps except Early Childhood Camp and Swim Camp)
Hours: 9 AM-5 PM
AM Extended Day Hours: 8-9 AM
PM Extended Day Hours: 5-6 PM
Dates: July 5-August 26
Gia Harris, Youth & Family Director
212-912-2272
giharris@ymcanyc.org
Eneyka Shee, Program Coordinator
212-912-2265
eshee@ymcanyc.org
Early Childhood Camp is for children from ages 3 to 4 years old. Campers have the same fun as the big kids, but they stay closer to home. Early Childhood Camp provides our youngest campers with hands-on, experiential, fun activities that support each child’s social, physical, and cognitive skill development, preparing them for upcoming PreK For All (or other full-day) programming. Activities include outdoor play, music and movement, and interactive science, language, and literacy activities, with each session having a separate theme. Staff members experienced in engaging with preschoolers understand the importance of productive adult-child interactions and focus on building supportive, nurturing relationships with every camper. Early Childhood campers enjoy campsite-based collaborations with child-friendly organizations and go on excursions within walking distance in their communities. Campers also enjoy our cool, air-conditioned classrooms and peanut/tree nut-sensitive facility. Offered sessions 1, 2, 3 and 4.
Cost per two week session:
Member: $900
Community: $975
Financial Assistance is available
A super fun summer is a springboard for a super amazing school year!
Kinder Camp is designed for children entering kindergarten in September 2022. Day Camp activities support the transition to kindergarten by building social and emotional skills in a fun and nurturing environment, including a focus on classroom structure, transitional activities, and group play. 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 one field trip each session. Each session has a special theme, quest, or event, such as on-site magic show, live petting 200, and the circus! Campers also enjoy our cool, air-conditioned classrooms and peanut tree nut-sensitive facility. All campers will have the opportunity to participate in instructional swim. Offered sessions 1,2,3,4.
Cost per two week session:
Member: $825
Community: $900
Financial Assistance is available
Buzz on in to Bumblebee Camp! There is an energy and magic to summer camp that cannot be replicated! Friends, experiences, and memories to last a lifetime! At the YMCA Summer Day Camp, each day is a fun new adventure. Campers participate in traditional camp activities that get them active in physical fitness, get them creative in arts and crafts, get them to experiment in exciting science activities, and get them silly in theme day activities. Camp offers a unique experience that includes time for children to build social and emotional skills in a fun and inclusive environment. This environment creates an atmosphere of family and community that includes a focus on classroom structure, transitional activities, group play, and team building. Our camp activities focus on the YMCA’s four core values of respect, caring, honesty, and responsibility. All campers will have the opportunity to participate in instructional swim. Offered sessions 1,2,3,4.
Cost per two week session:
Member: $750
Community: $825
Financial Assistance is available
Ready, Set, Glow! Light up your summer at Firefly camp! There is an energy and magic to summer camp that cannot be replicated! Friends, experiences, and memories to last a lifetime! At the YMCA Summer Day Camp, each day is a fun new adventure. Campers participate in traditional camp activities that get them active in physical fitness, get them creative in arts and crafts, get them to experiment in exciting science activities, and get them silly in theme day activities. Camp offers a unique experience that includes time for children to build social and emotional skills in a fun and inclusive environment. This environment creates an atmosphere of family and community that includes a focus on classroom structure, transitional activities, group play, and team building. Our camp activities focus on the YMCA’s four core values of respect, caring, honesty, and responsibility. All campers will have the opportunity to participate in instructional swim. Offered sessions 1,2,3,4.
Cost per two week session:
Y Member: $750
Community: $825
Financial Assistance is available
Freestyle! Butterfly! Backstroke! Cannonball! Swim Camp combines the fun of Day Camp with a specialized focus on skills and learning related to aquatic activities. Our campers develop a lifetime love for the water, and a deep understanding of water safety and responsibility. Campers swim three times per week with stroke development and training tailored by age and skill level. Campers have the opportunity to progress through the different skill levels.
» Red (non-swimmer) is our beginner stage where the children learn basic swimming skills.
» Yellow (intermediate) will need to swim 10 feet (3 yards) on their front and back, tread water for 20 seconds, submerge under surface water (face in), and swim-float-swim.
» Green (swimmer) will need to swim 45 feet (15 yards) on their front and back, tread water for at least 60 seconds, submerge & retrieve object, swim-float- swim for 75 feet (25 yards).
When they are not swimming, campers participate in core traditional camp activities including sports, art, literacy activities, and one field trip each session. Our activities and interactions emphasize building self esteem and self-confidence. Offered sessions 1,2,3.
Cost per two week session:
Member: $850
Community: $925
Financial Assistance is available
Imagine! Create! Inspire! Immerse your camper in the world of arts! Campers are grouped by age and receive specialist-led instruction in drama, music, and creative arts. Campers learn different styles and techniques with a focus on foundational skill building, development of original material, rehearsal, and performance. Each two-week session culminates with a special event for family and friends. When not creating art, our campers engage in Day Camp activities, sports, team-building activities, and one field trip each session. All campers will have the opportunity to participate in instructional swim. Offered sessions 1,2,3.
Cost per two week session:
Member: $825
Community: $900
Financial Assistance is available
Everything you need to know about registration, camp policies, how to get ready for camp, and more. For additional information, visit our Camp FAQ.
Need help with signing up? Read our guides for "How to Complete Registration Forms" and "How to Complete Online Payments."
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.
Camp | Member | Community |
---|---|---|
Kinder Camp | $825 | $900 |
Bumblebee Camp | $750 | $825 |
Firefly Camp | $750 | $825 |
Swim Camp | $850 | $925 |
Specialty Camp | $825 | $900 |
AM Extended Hours (8-9am) | $150 | $225 |
PM Extended Hours (5-6pm) | $150 | $225 |
Take advantage of our discounts
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.
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:
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
Y Camp is Enriching
Y Camp is the Highest Quality
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