What ages does Teen Camp (Y Member) accept?

Teen Camp (Y Member) is open to children ages 12–14. 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 Teen Camp (Y Member) cost?

Teen Camp (Y Member) publishes $343/week for the standard session. Cost per two week session: Y Member: $685, Community: $771 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Teen Camp (Y Member)'s hours?

Teen Camp (Y Member) runs 9 am-5 pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs Teen Camp (Y Member)?

Teen Camp (Y Member) 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 Teen Camp (Y Member) provide lunch?

Teen Camp (Y Member) 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 Teen Camp (Y Member) compare to other traditional day camp camps in Bronx?

Teen Camp (Y Member) is one of 23 traditional day camp 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.

▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 12–14

Teen Camp (Y Member)

Bronx · $343/week · ★ 4.2 (21 reviews)

The Castle Hill YMCA offers a Teen Camp for Y members, providing a traditional day camp experience with activities designed for older campers.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to the camps page for the Castle Hill YMCA, which is part of the YMCA of Greater New York. The site lists several camp options, including a 'Teen Camp (Y Member)' which is a traditional day camp. The YMCA is a known nonprofit organization. While the specific Castle Hill YMCA camp is not listed in the ACA directory, the YMCA of Greater New York generally emphasizes safety and staff training, with their website stating 'All staff are carefully screened, including background checks.' The Google reviews for Castle Hill YMCA show a rating of 4.1 stars based on 1,000+ reviews, with many positive comments about the facility and programs, though specific camp reviews are not easily isolated. Social media handles for the broader YMCA of Greater New York are @ymcanyc on Instagram and YMCAofGreaterNewYork on Facebook. The website does not explicitly state staff-to-camper ratios or a specific state license number for the camp program itself, but as a YMCA, it operates under established organizational guidelines.

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

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Who thrives here Ages 12–14

Teen Camp (Y Member) is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. traditional day camp programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

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: 12–14
Hours: 9 am-5 pm
Address: 2 Castle Hill Avenue, Bronx, NY 10473
Cost notes: Cost per two week session: Y Member: $685, Community: $771

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Teen Camp (Y Member)

What ages does Teen Camp (Y Member) accept?: Teen Camp (Y Member) is open to children ages 12–14. 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 Teen Camp (Y Member) cost?: Teen Camp (Y Member) publishes $343/week for the standard session. Cost per two week session: Y Member: $685, Community: $771 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Teen Camp (Y Member)'s hours?: Teen Camp (Y Member) runs 9 am-5 pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Teen Camp (Y Member)?: Teen Camp (Y Member) 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 Teen Camp (Y Member) provide lunch?: Teen Camp (Y Member) 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 Teen Camp (Y Member) compare to other traditional day camp camps in Bronx?: Teen Camp (Y Member) is one of 23 traditional day camp 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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