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Great South Bay YMCA - Youth Camp

Bay Shore · $483/week · ★ 4.0 (20 reviews)

The Great South Bay YMCA Youth Camp offers a traditional day camp experience for children in Bay Shore, NY, focusing on activities like swimming, sports, and...

▌ Editor's read The Great South Bay YMCA Youth Camp website loads successfully and describes a traditional day camp program for children. While not found in the ACA directory, the camp is part of the YMCA of Long Island, a non-profit organization. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and are trained in CPR, First Aid, and water safety. Google reviews for 'Great South Bay YMCA' show a rating of 4.4 stars based on 233 reviews, with many parents praising the variety of activities and the caring staff. The camp offers activities such as swimming, sports, arts and crafts, and field trips. The site also provides information on financial assistance, indicating a commitment to accessibility for families.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–9

Great South Bay YMCA - Youth Camp fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given traditional day camp program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 6–9
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Address: 200 West Main Street, Bay Shore, NY 11706, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. Price per 2-week session is $965.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Great South Bay YMCA - Youth Camp

What ages does Great South Bay YMCA - Youth Camp accept?
Great South Bay YMCA - Youth Camp is open to children ages 6–9. 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 Great South Bay YMCA - Youth Camp cost?
Great South Bay YMCA - Youth Camp publishes $483/week for the standard session. USD. Price per 2-week session is $965. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Great South Bay YMCA - Youth Camp's hours?
Great South Bay YMCA - Youth Camp runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Great South Bay YMCA - Youth Camp?
Great South Bay YMCA - Youth Camp 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 Great South Bay YMCA - Youth Camp provide lunch?
Great South Bay YMCA - Youth Camp 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.

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