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Basketball Camp, Castle Hill YMCA

Castle Hill · $414/week · ★ 4.2 (237 reviews)

The Castle Hill YMCA offers a day camp experience with a focus on basketball, providing a structured environment for skill development and recreational activ...

▌ Editor's read The Castle Hill YMCA's camp page indicates they offer various day camps, including a basketball camp, for children aged 4-13. The website states that all staff are background checked and fingerprinted, and are CPR and First Aid certified, demonstrating a commitment to safety. The YMCA of Greater New York has a Google review rating of 4.3 stars from 1,000+ reviews, reflecting a generally positive public perception of the organization. While specific accreditation for the Castle Hill YMCA camp was not found in the ACA directory, the YMCA is a well-known non-profit organization. The camp provides a structured daily schedule with activities like sports, arts & crafts, and swimming, fostering a well-rounded experience. Social media handles for the broader YMCA of Greater New York are @ymcanyc on Instagram and YMCAofGreaterNewYork on Facebook, showcasing their community presence.
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Who thrives here Ages 8–14

Basketball Camp, Castle Hill YMCA sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right sports fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

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

  • Category: Sports
  • Ages: 8–14
  • 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 Basketball Camp, Castle Hill YMCA

What ages does Basketball Camp, Castle Hill YMCA accept?
Basketball Camp, Castle Hill YMCA is open to children ages 8–14. 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 Basketball Camp, Castle Hill YMCA cost?
Basketball Camp, Castle Hill YMCA publishes $414/week for the standard session. That sits close to the $414 median for sports camps in Bronx. YMCA member/non-member pricing Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Basketball Camp, Castle Hill YMCA's hours?
Basketball 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 Basketball Camp, Castle Hill YMCA?
Basketball 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 Basketball Camp, Castle Hill YMCA provide lunch?
Basketball 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 Basketball Camp, Castle Hill YMCA compare to other sports camps in Bronx?
Basketball 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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