French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts

4.6

199 Bouchoux Brook Rd, Hancock, NY 13783

Art
Music
Dance
Sports
Outdoor & adventure
STEM
Art
Music
Dance
Sports
Outdoor & adventure
STEM
Boys & girls aged 7-17Mon–Sun from 025/day & 100/week
Boys & girls aged 7-17
Mon–Sun from 0
25/day & 100/week

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Where creativity and friendships take center stage

Kids design their own summer with over 80 activities in music, theater, art, dance, circus, and more. Expert instructors and a 2:1 camper-to-staff ratio ensure personalized attention. Build skills, confidence, independence, and lifelong friendships in a supportive, accepting environment. Nut-free with diverse meal options.
Kids design their own summer with over 80 activities in music, theater, art, dance, circus, and more. Expert instructors and a 2:1 camper-to-staff ratio ensure personalized attention. Build skills, confidence, independence, and lifelong friendships in a supportive, accepting environment. Nut-free with diverse meal options.

Location & hours

199 Bouchoux Brook Rd, Hancock, NY 13783

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

Theater
Music
Dance
Circus
Magic
Art
Film/Video
Rock Band
Orchestra
Horseback Riding
Swimming
Waterfront
Sports
Skate Park
Tennis
Cooking
Hip-Hop
Ballet
Modern Dance
Gymnastics
Painting
Drawing
Jewelry Making
Photography
Glass Mosaics
Ceramics
Stained Glass
Leathercraft
Short Films
Podcasting
Graphic Design
Computer Art
Mountain Biking
Fitness
Martial Arts
Boxing
Playwriting
Directing
Improv
Stagecraft
Lighting
Sound Design
Props
Waterskiing
Canoeing
Sailing
Vocal Ensemble
Jazz Improv
Songwriting
Guitar
Drums
Bass
Keyboard
Pointe
Choreography
Yoga
Trampoline
Silkscreen
Needlecraft
Project Adventure
Woodworking
Chain Mail Jewelry
Shakespeare
Audition Technique
Cabaret
Magic Show
Recording Studios
Rocketry
Radio
Puppetry
Costume Design
Acrobatics
Clowning
Tie-Dye
Art
Music
Dance
Sports
Outdoor & adventure
STEM
Theater
Music
Dance
Circus
Magic
Art
Film/Video
Rock Band
Orchestra
Horseback Riding
Swimming
Waterfront
Sports
Skate Park
Tennis
Cooking
Hip-Hop
Ballet
Modern Dance
Gymnastics
Painting
Drawing
Jewelry Making
Photography
Glass Mosaics
Ceramics
Stained Glass
Leathercraft
Short Films
Podcasting
Graphic Design
Computer Art
Mountain Biking
Fitness
Martial Arts
Boxing
Playwriting
Directing
Improv
Stagecraft
Lighting
Sound Design
Props
Waterskiing
Canoeing
Sailing
Vocal Ensemble
Jazz Improv
Songwriting
Guitar
Drums
Bass
Keyboard
Pointe
Choreography
Yoga
Trampoline
Silkscreen
Needlecraft
Project Adventure
Woodworking
Chain Mail Jewelry
Shakespeare
Audition Technique
Cabaret
Magic Show
Recording Studios
Rocketry
Radio
Puppetry
Costume Design
Acrobatics
Clowning
Tie-Dye

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

ACA

Accessible

Food

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What people are saying

4.6
My child loved the activities and caring staff!