Great South Bay YMCA Summer Day Camp

4.3

200 W Main St, Bay Shore, NY 11706-8310

Sports
Outdoor & adventure
Art
STEM
Music
Academic
Sports
Outdoor & adventure
Art
STEM
Music
Academic
Boys & girls aged 3-15Mon–Fri from 7AM6PM25/day & 100/week
Boys & girls aged 3-15
Mon–Fri from 7AM6PM
25/day & 100/week

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Where kids grow, play, and make friends

Friendship, growth, and fun are the focus of this camp, where children build confidence in a safe and welcoming space. With flexible hours, a wide range of programs, and a strong focus on inclusion, every child can find their spark and make lasting memories. Families love the community feel and variety! The camp offers door-to-door transportation, a hot lunch program, and inclusion support.
Friendship, growth, and fun are the focus of this camp, where children build confidence in a safe and welcoming space. With flexible hours, a wide range of programs, and a strong focus on inclusion, every child can find their spark and make lasting memories. Families love the community feel and variety! The camp offers door-to-door transportation, a hot lunch program, and inclusion support.

Location & hours

200 W Main St, Bay Shore, NY 11706-8310

Monday

8AM - 4:30PM

Tuesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Wednesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Thursday

8AM - 4:30PM

Friday

8AM - 4:30PM

Saturday

8AM - 4:30PM

Sunday

Closed

Activities

Swimming
sports
arts and crafts
field trips
team building
games
outdoor activities
character development
physical activity
STEM projects
drama
science
lunch program
special events
carnival games
transportation
social development
leadership skills
music
reading
self-confidence building
exploring
socializing
creative writing
group activities
Sports
Outdoor & adventure
Art
STEM
Music
Academic
Swimming
sports
arts and crafts
field trips
team building
games
outdoor activities
character development
physical activity
STEM projects
drama
science
lunch program
special events
carnival games
transportation
social development
leadership skills
music
reading
self-confidence building
exploring
socializing
creative writing
group activities

Schedule

Sun
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Sat

8:00 AM

-

Schedule may vary based on day of the week or extended care.

Pricing

$85-$111

/day

$$600-$775

/week

Summer camp pricing
Member rate: $675
Non-member rate: $695
Orange County YMCA rate: $775 for 8 days/7 nights
YMCA of the Desert: $600 for one week
Day Camp (local residents, ages 6-13): July 21-25, 2025
Financial assistance is available through the Open Doors program (apply by May 9, 2025).
Pricing typically includes accommodations, meals, activities, a camp t-shirt, and sometimes transportation and a photo yearbook.
Member discounts available.
Registration for 2025 is open, but some programs are already full.
No daily drop-in option; rates are based on full sessions.
Summer camp pricing
Member rate: $675
Non-member rate: $695
Orange County YMCA rate: $775 for 8 days/7 nights
YMCA of the Desert: $600 for one week
Day Camp (local residents, ages 6-13): July 21-25, 2025
Financial assistance is available through the Open Doors program (apply by May 9, 2025).
Pricing typically includes accommodations, meals, activities, a camp t-shirt, and sometimes transportation and a photo yearbook.
Member discounts available.
Registration for 2025 is open, but some programs are already full.
No daily drop-in option; rates are based on full sessions.

Additional information

Food: All meals and snacks are included in the camp fee, so you don’t have to worry about packing lunches.
Transportation is sometimes included, depending on the YMCA branch you register with.
Camp Oakes is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), ensuring high safety and program standards.
There’s a special day camp session for local residents in July.
The camp is fully co-ed and welcomes children of all backgrounds.
Financial assistance is available for qualifying families; don’t hesitate to ask about support if you need it.
Food: All meals and snacks are included in the camp fee, so you don’t have to worry about packing lunches.
Transportation is sometimes included, depending on the YMCA branch you register with.
Camp Oakes is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), ensuring high safety and program standards.
There’s a special day camp session for local residents in July.
The camp is fully co-ed and welcomes children of all backgrounds.
Financial assistance is available for qualifying families; don’t hesitate to ask about support if you need it.

Birthdays

No birthday party hosting information found

Affiliations:

YMCA, ACA

Hours of operation

Monday

8AM - 4:30PM

Tuesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Wednesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Thursday

8AM - 4:30PM

Friday

8AM - 4:30PM

Saturday

8AM - 4:30PM

Sunday

Closed

Extras

Birthdays

Food

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What people are saying

4.3
My child loved the activities and caring staff!

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