Day Camp at Cross Island YMCA

YMCA CAMP. WHERE KIDS GO TO GROW.

We offer a variety day camp programs for youth. Programs are offered at the Cross Island Y, located 238-10 Hillside Avenue, Bellerose, NY.

All campers must pre-register to attend camp by completing camp forms and paying a deposit for each week of camp.

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	TRADITIONAL CAMP EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMP (Ages 2-5) Our goal is for each child to develop a positive self-image. Our camp offers air-conditioned classrooms, outdoor playground, picnic area, indoor pool and gym. Children participate in arts & crafts, swim, gym, music, organized games and field trips. YOUTH & TEEN CAMP (Ages 6-8, 9-12, 13-15) Kids participate in a wide range of sports, instructional swimming, mini trips, arts and crafts, weekly themed days, environmental science, and reading. View camp guide to learn more
	ARTS CAMPS PERFORMING ARTS CAMP (Ages 6-8, 9-12) Campers will learn all forms of dance from lyrical to hip-hop. In addition, campers will learn the fundamentals of acting, character study, and more, as they prepare to perform in a culminating production. CRAFTS CAMP (Ages 6-8, 9-12) Campers experience a vast array of creative arts, including sculpture, painting, collaging, scrapbooking, drawing, and more. View camp guide to learn more
	SPORTS CAMPS (Ages 6-15) Campers will learn basic fundamentals and rules for each of the sports. All ability levels are welcomed. BOYS TEAM SPORTS CAMP GIRLS TEAM SPORTS CAMP BASKETBALL CAMP TENNIS CAMP GYMNASTICS CAMP View camp guide to learn more
	TEEN CAMP COUNSELORS IN TRAINING CAMP (Ages 16-17) This camp is designed for tomorrow’s leaders that are interested in being a camp counselor someday. The program will provide hands-on learning allowing teens to slowly work into responsible roles leading children and developing their communication and organization skills. View camp guide to learn more
	SPECIAL NEEDS CAMP INCLUSION CAMP This camp gives children with special needs the same experience as other campers. Children with disabilities and their peers come together to participate in recreational activities such as swimming, arts and crafts, educational activities, reading, physical fitness and more. LISA BETH GERSTMAN CAMP This camp serves children with physical and developmental challenges. Children will receive wheelchair accessible transportation, one-on-one swimming instruction, adaptive physical activities and equipment. View camp guide to learn more