Cross Island YMCA
Private
The Cross Island YMCA (238-10 Hillside Ave, Bellerose, Queens) runs an ACA-accredited summer day camp with a traditional program of fitness, arts and crafts, science, and theme-day activities plus instructional swim. It also offers 'Let's ALL Play' inclusion camp giving children with developmental disabilities the full camp experience. Part of the YMCA of Greater New York.
The practical details
We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Cross Island YMCA directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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Google Reviews
Powered by GoogleExcellent facility for what it offers. Friendly staff, lots of exercise equipment, swim and other amenities.
Coach Elik has been an excellent swim instructor for my daughter. She took a few private lessons with him and improved significantly in a short amount of time. He is very patient, knowledgeable, and kind, and he creates a comfortable learning environment that helps build confidence in the water. I truly appreciate his teaching style and the progress my daughter has made under his guidance. I would highly recommend Coach Elik to anyone looking for a skilled and supportive swim coach
Amazing facility. Pool, basketball, gym,cardio, functional fitness, and many classes. The locker rooms are clean, and there is a separate family locker room if you have young ones with you.
I've had a mixed experience with the YMCA. While I don't participate in personal training here, I do appreciate the facility for certain amenities. I go to a different gym for my personal training, where I find the environment and offerings to be better suited for my needs. Additionally, I train at a martial arts gym, which I really enjoy. One aspect I do utilize at the YMCA is the shower facilities. They are convenient and well-maintained, making it easy for me to freshen up after my workouts. Overal, while the YMCA has its positives, my main focus is elsewhere in terms of personal training and gym activities.
Its got a nice facility but its not an inclusive Y, doesnt participate in programs like ailver sneakers, you have to be able to afford for your kids to attend programs, grants are minimal. Caters solely to the lower middle class. Ive always been budgeted out of this Y and even more so now as a disabled person on a fixed income. I would describe this Y as snobby.


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