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Chinatown YMCA

New York · ★ 3.9 (94 reviews)

The Chinatown YMCA offers a variety of day camp programs for children and teens, focusing on activities like swimming, sports, arts, and educational enrichment.

▌ Editor's read The Chinatown YMCA website loads successfully and details various day camp programs for children and teens, including Summer Day Camp, Teen Camp, and specialty camps like Swim Camp. The YMCA of Greater New York, which includes the Chinatown branch, is a non-profit organization. The website states that all staff are background checked and trained in child abuse prevention. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not published, the site emphasizes safety and supervision. Google reviews for 'Chinatown YMCA' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 200+ reviews, with many positive comments about the facilities and programs. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Social media handles for the broader YMCA of Greater New York are @ymcanyc on Instagram and YMCANYC on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Chinatown 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 specialty 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: Specialty
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 273 Bowery, New York, NY 10002
  • Phone: (212) 912-2460
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Chinatown YMCA

What ages does Chinatown YMCA accept?
Chinatown YMCA is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Chinatown YMCA cost?
Chinatown YMCA doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Chinatown YMCA's hours?
Chinatown YMCA runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Chinatown YMCA?
Chinatown 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 Chinatown YMCA provide lunch?
Chinatown 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 Chinatown YMCA compare to other specialty camps in New York?
Chinatown YMCA is one of 27 specialty camps in New York 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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