Swim Camp (Community)
The Bedford-Stuyvesant YMCA offers a variety of day camps, including a swim camp, focusing on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Bedford-Stuyvesant YMCA's camps page, which details various day camp options, including a swim camp. The YMCA of Greater New York is a non-profit organization. While specific ACA accreditation for this particular camp was not found, the YMCA as a larger entity often adheres to high standards. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and are trained in CPR and First Aid, emphasizing safety. The camp program aims to foster youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Google reviews for the Bedford-Stuyvesant YMCA show a rating of 4.1 stars based on 239 reviews, with many positive comments about the facilities and programs. The camp offers financial assistance to families in need, demonstrating a commitment to accessibility. Social media handles for the YMCA of Greater New York are @ymcanyc on Instagram and YMCAofGreaterNewYork on Facebook.
Who thrives here Ages 6–12
Swim Camp (Community) 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 aquatic 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: Aquatic
- Ages: 6–12
- Hours: 9 am-5 pm
- Address: 1121 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11216
- Cost notes: Cost per two week session: Y Member: $799, Community: $885
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Swim Camp (Community)
- What ages does Swim Camp (Community) accept?
- Swim Camp (Community) is open to children ages 6–12. 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 Swim Camp (Community) cost?
- Swim Camp (Community) publishes $443/week for the standard session. Cost per two week session: Y Member: $799, Community: $885 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Swim Camp (Community)'s hours?
- Swim Camp (Community) 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 Swim Camp (Community)?
- Swim Camp (Community) 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 Swim Camp (Community) provide lunch?
- Swim Camp (Community) 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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