southbronxunited.org
820 River Avenue, Suite 2-3, Bronx, NY 10451
(718) 404-9281 | info@southbronxunited.org
South Bronx United (SBU) is a non-profit organization that offers soccer training to help children build character, teamwork, and leadership so that they can succeed in high school, college, careers, and beyond. The soccer programs at SBU differ depending on the child’s level of experience. However, the Recreational Soccer Programs are accessible to both girls and boys regardless of level.
Eligibility
– Must be an NYC resident.
– Programming available for children (boys and girls) ages 4-15.
– No proof of immigration status is required.
– A variety of programming is available for children ages 2-19. Visit southbronxunited.org/programs for more information.
Programs
– Recreational Soccer
– Indoor Soccer Sessions
– Indoor Training Clinics
– SBU Pre-Academy
– Global Youth League
– SBU Academy
– College Success
– Summer Soccer Camps
– SBU Community Schools
Activities & Dates
– Sessions and games happen on Saturdays at Macombs Dam Park, Mullaly Park, or Patterson Park.
– Summer Soccer Camp (ages 5-11) will be held July 5 – Aug 11 at Macombs Dam Park.
– Weekly after-school sessions are also offered.
How to apply
– Call (718) 404-9281 or send an email to info@southbronxunited.org for information about specific programs.
– Register in your desired program at southbronxunited.org/register.
Prices
– Prices for enrollment range from $55 to $75 depending on the program. The costs to participate in the following season vary, although they are still affordable.
– The enrollment fee covers a jersey and socks. Children are welcome to play with regular sneakers if they do not own cleats.
– In cases of financial hardship, families can submit financial assistance for a partial or complete waiver. If the family gets SNAP and lives in public housing apartments, it may qualify for the waiver.
For more information about times, divisions, and locations visit southbronxunited.org/register.
Updated on April 19, 2023
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BeFit NYC
NYC Parks & Recreation offers free afterschool programs for children from 6 to 13 years old. Programming is based around monthly themes including sports, famous artists, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics). This program takes place on weekdays from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Registration opens mid-August. Enroll your child here.. Find a park at https://www.nycgovparks.org/parks or filter by facilities (e.g. pool, baseball fields, roller hockey, handball courts, media labs, etc.) by clicking on the tab “Search by Location and/or Facilities”.
Learn more visiting www.nycgovparks.org/programs/recreation/afterschool.
Sitio web | Encuentra un parque | BeFit NYC
NYC Parks & Recreation ofrece programas extracurriculares gratuitos para niños de 6 a 13 años. La programación se basa en temas mensuales que incluyen deportes, artistas famosos y STEAM (ciencia, tecnología, ingeniería, arte y matemáticas). El programa se lleva a cabo los días de semana de 3:00 pm a 6:00 pm.
Las inscripciones se abren a mediados de agosto todos los años. Inscribe a tu hijo aquí.
Obtenga más información visitando www.nycgovparks.org/programs/recreation/afterschool.
Compass NYC Website
Discover DYCD Website with the “afterschool programs” filter
Afterschool programs for middle schoolers
DYCD Youth Connect at 646-343-6800 (teens/adolescentes)
Also call or visit the after school program staff at your child’s school for more information about their afterschool programming.
Because of the COVID-19 outbreak, some programs are limiting services or offering them over the phone. For the most up-to-date information please contact programs directly using the DYCD website. To learn more about support for COVID-19 impacts, visit the Coronavirus Updates page by the NYC Council
Debido al brote del COVID-19, algunos programas están limitando servicios o alternativamente lo están ofreciendo por teléfono. Para información actualizada, por favor contacta los programas directamente visitando la página DYCD . Para aprender más acerca de los programas de apoyo disponible para COVID-19, visita la página de “Coronavirus updates” por el ayuntamiento de la ciudad de Nueva York
PRECOVID-19 INFORMATION
Afterschool programs take place right after classes, in the evenings, weekends, summer vacations, or holidays.
These programs help children do better in school, have better health, lower risky behaviors, and are a safe environment for children of working parents.
Afterschool Programs handout.
Spanish Afterschool Programs handout.
To find more after-school programs, visit the Comprehensive After School System for NYC (COMPASS NYC).
Los programas después de y fuera de clases ayudan a mejorar las notas, la salud física y el ambiente externo de los niños de padres trabajadores. Los programas pueden tomar lugar después de la escuela, en las noches, los fines de semanas, veranos, o días feriados.
Para más información sobre programas después de clases haz clic aquí.
Para encontrar más programas, visita la página del Sistema Comprensivo de Actividades Postescolares de la Ciudad De Nueva York (Compass NYC).
nycgovparks.org/programs/media/teens
(212) 360-2791
media.ed@parks.nyc.gov
Teens have the chance to develop their computational interests or learn valuable lifelong skills for a developing career. NYC Parks offers programs for many young New Yorkers.
Programs
Click on the programs below to find out about locations, registration, schedules, and programming.
► RecYouth Teen Digital Media
► Garden Kitchen Lab
► TechOpps Media Certification
If you would like to find more information about youth and teen programs, or discuss programs for your child, please email media.ed@parks.nyc.gov or call (212) 360-2791.
Updated on May 17, 2021
nycgovparks.org/programs/recreation/youth-sports | cityparksfoundation.org/play
311 | City Parks Foundation phone (212) 360-1399 | email sports@cityparksfoundation.org
Eligibility
— Children under 18 residing in New York City
— Recreation Centers memberships are free for children under 18
— NYC Parks sports events are free to the public
Services
— Check with your local recreation center or the CityParks Foundation for more details about registration, schedules, programming and locations
— Find a variety of training activities in the box below
| Basketball | Baseball | Cycling | |||
| Flag Football | Golf | Soccer | |||
| Street Hockey | Tennis | Track |
How to Apply
~ Recreation Centers
— Download a Recreation Center Membership Registration Form and fill it out
— Bring your application to nearest center; locate one at nycgovparks.org/facilities/recreationcenters
**Valid ID and proof of vaccination required
~ CityParks Foundation
— Go to cityparksfoundation.org/play and choose a sport program
— Check group age and schedules
— Sign up for classes
~ NYC Parks Events
— Go to nycgovparks.org/events
— Apply filters for types of program. For example you can check off “Fitness” and “Sports” in the list on the right
— On the left side see the results. Check if a recreation center membership is required
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Learn more at nycgovparks.org/programs/recreation/youth-sports.
Updated on May 17, 2021
https://cityparksfoundation.org
830 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10065
(212) 360-1399
info@cityparksfoundation.org
Twitter @CPFNYC
CityParks Foundation is dedicated to invigorating and transforming parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through sports, arts, community building, and education programs for all New Yorkers. Programs are located in more than 400 parks, recreation centers, and public schools across New York City.
Middle schoolers can participate in the CityParks Afterschool programs by registering until March 1st, 2021. Two programs are available (Greens Girl & Coastal Classroom). Read the programs’ details below.
► GREEN GIRL BY ING AFTERSCHOOL
The CityParks Green Girls Empowered by ING After School program is an environmental science club that will engage middle school girls throughout the school year in fun-filled weekly online adventures about New York City’s parks and waterways, encouraging them to realize their potential to create change within the natural environment.
This spring’s program will feature hands-on, at-home science experiments like water-quality testing, virtual trips to the earth’s atmosphere and underwater to study the effects of climate change, and interactive group activities. Using their local parks as a basis, Green Girls explore topics like climate change, street trees, careers in the sciences, and how to advocate for their parks and futures.
Eligibility
For 6th to 8th grade girl students across New York City.
Schedule
March 8 – June 10, 2021
Weekly Virtual Sessions
Monday – Thursday; 3:30pm – 5pm
Free
How to Apply
Register in the Green Girls Afterschool Applicate Website.If you have any questions, please contact Program Manager Mayra Sanchez, msanchez@cityparksfoundation.org and Necia Clarke, nclarke@cityparksfoundation.org. Applicants will be notified of acceptance into the program.
► COASTAL CLASSROOM
Coastal Classroom explores the rich aquatic ecosystems of NYC’s shores. Students will dive deep into the waters with virtual field trips to local coastal parks like Kaiser Park in Coney Island and Conference House Park on Staten Island’s southernmost point. Through interactive digital lessons, students will learn about the wondrous species inhabiting our coasts, with topics like our food chain and marine adaption. Throughout the semester, students will focus on coastal ecology, water quality, urban waterfront restoration, and preservation presented through authentic digital learning experiences.
Eligibility
For 6th to 8th grade students across New York City.
Schedule
For 6th to 8th grade students across New York City
Start Date: March 17th
8 Weekly Virtual Sessions
Wednesdays or Thursdays 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Free
How to Apply
Registration is now open at the Coastal Classroom Afterschool Application website. Applicants will be notified of acceptance into the program. For more information, please contact Luis Gonzalez at lgonzalez@cityparksfoundation.org.
Updated on February 8, 2021
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COVID-19 Service Announcements
With Parks@Home Jr., parents, teachers, and guardians can make online learning exciting and fun. Draw and paint, play games, meet animals and nature, ask a Ranger questions, and so much more!
Join live tours, puzzling, art and crafts, wildlife map and calendar, family meditation, and so much more!
Visit Parks@Homes Jr for a calendar of activities.
Anuncios de servicio COVID-19 del sitio web
Con Parks @ Home Jr. los padres, maestros y tutores pueden hacer que el aprendizaje en línea sea emocionante y divertido. Dibuja y pinta, juega, conoce animales y la naturaleza, haz preguntas a un guardabosques y mucho más.
También ¡Únete a recorridos en vivo, rompecabezas, arte y manualidades, mapa y calendario de vida silvestre, meditación familiar y mucho más!
Visita Parks @ Homes Jr para obtener un calendario de actividades.
cooper.edu/academics/outreach-and-pre-college/saturday-program
(212) 353-4108
saturdayprogram@cooper.edu
The Cooper Union’s Saturday Program offers eight free studio art courses of 2 semesters in length. All classes meet remotely for a few hours on Saturdays and one hour of office hours with their instructor during the week. For high school seniors, the two-semester Senior Studios provide support to successfully compete for admissions to art and architecture colleges.
Eligibility
Students from 9th to 12th grade. No prior experience is required.
Courses
Architecture, Digital Media, Drawing, Graphic Design, Painting, Sculpture, Senior Studio: Visual Art (12th grade only), and Senior Studio: Design (12th grade only).
How to Apply
An online application must be submitted to be considered for the program by September 27, 2021. Applications received after this date will be placed on a waitlist. Application for Spring ’22 academic year is now available!
Updated on November 9, 2021
extremekidsandcrew.org
185 Van Dyke Street, Suite 205, Brooklyn, NY 11231
(347) 410-6050 | info@extremekidsandcrew.org
Extreme Kids & Crew Summer camp is a free arts and play program for children with IEPs. Activities are built on a foundation of creative expression, imaginative play, and social emotional learning (SEL). Participants will make friends, build confidence in their abilities, and have fun.
Eligibility
Children with IEPs ages 7 to 12
Activities
Field Trips, Arts and Crafts, and so much more!
How to apply
The application is still not open for summer 2022, but fill out this interest form to be notified when the application opens!
Updated on April 19, 2022
culikid.org/classes
244 Fifth Ave, Suite 2164, New York, NY 10001
Contact Form
Culikid hosts inclusive monthly cooking classes for children of all abilities. Culikid’s classes emphasize healthy eating, trying new foods, building social skills, and practicing fine motor skills.
During COVID-19, all cooking classes are free and will take place virtually. Check out recordings of previous classes at youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNBNTHPYhvrO9W_15oz6wEbmt47RYpXbH.
To learn more about in-person Culikid’s programs, visit culikid.org/what-we-do.
Updated on September 7, 2021
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Contact the YMCA
Programs run every regular school day, from 3 PM to 6 PM. YMCA’s curriculum is based on a program model that focuses on learning enhancement, health and recreation, and building competence and confidence in children.
YMCA afterschool programs are offered at many sites throughout the city. They are offered at no cost or low cost to parents. Find a branch near you to enroll your child.
Updated on February 9th, 2021
jewishboard.org/listing/harlem-child-development-center
(212) 582-9100
hcdccommunitymusic@jbfcs.org
The Jewish Board’s Harlem Child Development Center (HCDC) has launched a new community music-making group for families. The group is a drop-in family-centered community music therapy group focused on early childhood development. The music-making group is intended to support caregivers and their little ones together. It is also intended to maintain the whole family’s general well-being and to strengthen community ties by giving families space to meet new families they may not have known before. The program is free.
Eligibility
Families with children 0-5 years old that live in the East Harlem neighborhood.
Activities and Schedule
Parents and their little ones’ ages from birth to 5 years old meet virtually on Thursdays from 4-5 pm via Zoom. In the hour session, parents and children make music together using songs and everyday objects found in their homes. For more information and to register for the group, please email hcdccommunitymusic@jbfcs.org or call (212) 582-9100.
El Centro de Desarrollo Infantil de Harlem (HCDC) de la Junta Judía ha lanzado un nuevo grupo comunitario de creación de música para familias. El grupo es un grupo de musicoterapia comunitaria centrado en la familia que se concentra en el desarrollo de la primera infancia. El grupo de creación musical está destinado a apoyar a los cuidadores y a sus pequeños juntos. También tiene la intención de mantener el bienestar general de toda la familia y fortalecer los lazos comunitarios al brindar a las familias espacio para conocer nuevas familias que quizás no hayan conocido antes. El programa es gratis.
Elegibilidad
Familias con niños de 0 a 5 años que viven en el vecindario de East Harlem.
Actividades y Horario
Los padres y pequeños hasta los 5 años se reúnen virtualmente los jueves de 4 a 5 pm en la plataforma Zoom. En la sesión, padres e hijos hacen música juntos utilizando canciones y objetos cotidianos que se encuentran en sus hogares. Para obtener más información y registrarte en el grupo, envía un correo electrónico a hcdccommunitymusic@jbfcs.org o llama al (212) 582-9100.
Updated on February 21, 2021
Police Athletic League, Inc.
34 1/2 East 12th Street, New York, NY 10003
Other locations
800-PAL-4KIDS (800-725-4543) | (212) 477-9450
PAL provides youth in K – 8th grade with a high-quality after-school experience based on a revolving schedule of academic enrichment (PAL Smarts), arts learning (PAL Arts), and physical education (PAL Fit). For decades, PAL’s After-school program has kept thousands of children safe and productive during high-risk after-school hours, which helps working families.
The after-school program is offered at 20 youth centers in all 5 boroughs from 3pm-6pm on school days and from 8am-6pm on school holidays.
Check out all the after-school programs at the PAL website. Find other children programs here.
Police Athletic League, Inc
(212) 477-9450
PAL ofrece a los jóvenes de jardín de infantes a octavo grado una experiencia extraescolar de alta calidad basada en un programa rotativo de enriquecimiento académico (PAL Smarts), aprendizaje de las artes (PAL Arts) y educación física (PAL Fit). Durante décadas, el programa extraescolar de PAL ha mantenido a miles de niños seguros y productivos durante las horas extraescolares, lo que ayuda a las familias trabajadoras.
El programa después de la escuela se ofrece en 20 centros juveniles en los 5 condados de 3 pm a 6 pm los días escolares y de 8 am a 6 pm los días festivos escolares.
Consulta todos los programas extracurriculares en el sitio web de PAL. Encuentra otros programas para niños aquí.
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Cyclopedia is a bicycling program led by pediatricians and public health professionals that combines physical activity with collaborative online documentation for the purpose of empowering urban adolescents to become engaged and healthy members of their communities.
Each ride has an explicitly local theme pertaining to the neighborhoods our riders live in.
Cyclopedia es un programa de educación sobre ruedas en bicicleta liderado por pediatras y profesionales de salud pública, que combinan la actividad física con documentación en línea con el propósito de empoderar adolescentes de las áreas urbanas para últimamente que se conviertan en miembros saludables y comprometidos con su comunidad.<
SCAN HARBOR
345 East 102nd St, 3rd Flr, New York, NY 10029
(212) 289-8030
info@scan-harbor.org
SCAN HARBOR is one of the largest children and youth services providers in East Harlem, Harlem, and South Bronx that serves families with children and youth “at risk”.
SCAN HARBOR offers a wide range of programs including early childhood education, after-school programs, building job skills, counseling, tutoring, test preparation, nutrition help, cooking classes, violence prevention, a safe space for LGBTQ youth, and family services for domestic violence survivors, substance abuse and rehabilitation.
Workforce Development Program: the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) / Academic Year Youth Employment each summer hires Harlem, East Harlem and South Bronx youth to work at SCAN HARBOR program sites and summer camps. SCAN-Harbor is also sponsoring a “first ever” Academic Year Youth Employment Program. Learn more.
SCAN HARBORes un proveedor de servicios para niños y jóvenes en East Harlem, West y Central Harlem, y el Sur del Bronx. Encuentra programas después de clases, educación de niñez temprana, tutoría escolar, preparación para exámenes, ayuda en nutrición y clases de cocina. Encuentra también un espacio seguro y servicios de prevención de violencia para la comunidad LGBTQ, sobrevivientes de violencia doméstica y afectados por el abuso de sustancias y rehabilitación.
Programa de Desarrollo Laboral: El programa de Empleo para la Juventud en el Verano (SYEP por sus siglas en inglés) contrata jóvenes de East Harlem y el Sur del Bronx para entrenarse en diversas ubicaciones de SCAN HARBOR y en campamentos de verano. Aprende más visitando esta página.
Aprende más sobre otros programas en SCAN HARBOR o llama al (212) 289-8030.
ABC (Association to Benefit Children)
Administrative office: 419 East 86th Street (between 1st and York Ave.), New York, NY 10028
ABC Schools’ addresses
(212) 845-3821
abc@a-b-c.org
Echo Park Children and Family Center
1841 Park Avenue (between Park and Lexington Ave.), New York, NY 10035
ABC offers distinctive programs that respond to the unique and changing need of a child and family.
Early Childhood: programs that offer therapy and lessons at the centers or at home for children of low income families, with disabilities, or those that have gone through trauma or homelessness. ABC Schools and program details at www.a-b-c.org/early-childhood.
After School Programs and Youth Services: available at Echo Park, ABC offers to children 5-21 years old academic round support for school with the Therapeutic Afterschool Program. In Afterschool, students also participate in “Study Buddies Connect”, a program where they connect with volunteer buddies who help them achieve their academic goals. Camp Calvin is a 6-week Therapeutic Summer Day Camp. Learn more at www.a-b-c.org/youth-services
All Children’s House: serves children from birth to age 5—those at highest risk for morbidity and mortality resulting from abuse and neglect. All Children’s House builds child-parent attachment to help shield children against the extreme strains of poverty and complex trauma. To learn more visit www.a-b-c.org/preventive-services
La Asociación de Beneficios para los Niños (ABC en inglés) ubicada de la Parte Alta Este de Manhattan tiene programas que benefician a niños y familias como:
-Niñez Temprana: programas que ofrecen terapia y clases en los centros o en las casas de niños de bajos recursos, sin hogar, con discapacidades o que han experimentado traumas. Encuentras escuelas ABC y detalles de los programas visitando www.a-b-c.org/early-childhood.
-Apoyo para la Familia: programas para todos los miembros de la familia como entrenamiento de computadoras y trabajos, clases de inglés, ayuda con el examen de ciudadanía, ayuda den inmigración, grupos de apoyo para sobrevivientes de violencia doméstica y más. El programa de los sábados ofrece un refugio seguro para niños y familias con comidas para todos los participantes. Aprende más visitandowww.a-b-c.org/family-support
-Servicios de Juventud: Disponibles en Echo Park, ABC ofrece apoyo académico completo para niños desde los 5 hasta los 21 años con el Programa Postescolar Terapéutico. Después de la escuela, los niños también pueden participar en “Buddy Connect”, un programa donde ellos se conectan con voluntarios amigos que les ayudan a alcanzar sus metas académicas.
All Children’s House: El programa sirve a niños desde el nacimiento hasta los 5 años que se consideran en alto riesfo de morbilidad y mortalidad por abuso y negligencia. All Children’s House crea lazos de apego familiar que ayudan a proteger a los niños de los efectos más graves de la pobreza y el trauma complejo. Aprende más acerca del programa visitando www.a-b-c.org/preventive-services
Updated on May 5, 2022