Soccer Academy Camp, Castle Hill YMCA
The Castle Hill YMCA offers a variety of day camps, including a Soccer Academy Camp, focusing on skill development, teamwork, and fun for children in the Bronx.
▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, leading to the Castle Hill YMCA's camp page, which details various day camp options including a Soccer Academy Camp. The YMCA of Greater New York is a nonprofit organization. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in CPR, First Aid, and child abuse prevention. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not listed, the site emphasizes safety and qualified staff. The Castle Hill YMCA has a Google review rating of 4.3 stars based on 1,000+ reviews, with many positive comments about its programs and facilities. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Social media handles for the YMCA of Greater New York are @ymcanyc on Instagram and YMCAofGreaterNewYork on Facebook.
Who thrives here Ages 8–10
Soccer Academy Camp, Castle Hill YMCA 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 sports program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Sports
- Ages: 8–10
- Hours: 9:00am-5:00pm
- Address: 2 Castle Hill Avenue, Bronx, NY 10473, USA
- Cost notes: YMCA member/non-member pricing
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Soccer Academy Camp, Castle Hill YMCA
- What ages does Soccer Academy Camp, Castle Hill YMCA accept?
- Soccer Academy Camp, Castle Hill YMCA is open to children ages 8–10. 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 Soccer Academy Camp, Castle Hill YMCA cost?
- Soccer Academy Camp, Castle Hill YMCA publishes $600/week for the standard session. That sits 45% above the $414 median for sports camps in Bronx — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. YMCA member/non-member pricing Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Soccer Academy Camp, Castle Hill YMCA's hours?
- Soccer Academy Camp, Castle Hill YMCA runs 9:00am-5:00pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Soccer Academy Camp, Castle Hill YMCA?
- Soccer Academy Camp, Castle Hill 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 Soccer Academy Camp, Castle Hill YMCA provide lunch?
- Soccer Academy Camp, Castle Hill 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 Soccer Academy Camp, Castle Hill YMCA compare to other sports camps in Bronx?
- Soccer Academy Camp, Castle Hill YMCA is one of 10 sports camps in Bronx 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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