Non-camp Activities for Kids
School is out! Hooray!
Our sister site, Ditmas Park Corner, recently listed fun children’s activities which are perfect for the time between now and when camps begin. I, for one, am excited to try out the new paddle boats in Prospect Park.
Since we’re discussing Ditmas Park, here is our list of Ditmas Park summer camps.
ALDEN MOVES Dance Theater
1203 Church Ave, Ditmas Park, Flatbush
Contact: info@aldenmovesbk.com, (347) 365-6713
Ages: 4-13
ALDEN MOVES’ morning summer camps blend jazz, ballet, and modern technique for girls & boys ages 4-13. Superheros, ballerinas, theater divas, and choreographers-in-training love exciting enrichment activities like costume/prop design, film study, composition, dance history, singing, and acting. Register by week or for the summer!
Brooklyn School of Rock
327 Douglass Street, Carroll Gardens, Ditmas Park, Downtown Brooklyn, Fort Greene, Kensington, Windsor Terrace, Park Slope, Red Hook, South Slope
Contact: brooklyn@schoolofrock.com, (347) 844-9363
Ages: 5-18
We welcome budding musicians ages 5-18 to join us at School of Rock Brooklyn for our summer rock day camps! Additionally, we offer year-round private lessons, group classes, performance opportunities, workshops and special music events for ages 3 through adult. Contact us to learn more!
Prospect Gymnastics
1023 Church Avenue, Ditmas Park, Kensington, Flatbush
Camp Director: Mina Marsow, 718-484-0911
Ages: Girls 5 – 8, Boys 5 – 6
Join us at Prospect Gymnastics for intensive gymnastics training and dance alongside fun art projects and water activities. Prospect Gymnastics offers discounts to City Kid Camp users.
Cortelyou Academic and Sports Camp
386 Marlborough Road, Ditmas Park
Contact: info@mycecc.com, 718-282-6077
Ages 3-15
Cortelyou Academic and Sports Camp teaching life lessons through camp experiences. We offer the thrill and excitement of the outdoors, which promotes growth and development of the mind, body and soul. Our recreational and educational experiences are incorporated into such activities as arts and crafts; drama; home economics; instructional swimming; cultural excursions; academic tutelage, out of town day trips; outdoor sports; dance; indoor games; and much, much more. The camp is run annually in the months of July and August and fees are calculated each year after the schedule of events has been planned and confirmed. We are service providers for 1199 and TWU, what are you waiting for sign up today!
Brooklyn Cultural Adventures Program
Applications for BCAP open on February 1st. BCAP allows 7 – 12 year olds explore Brooklyn’s cultural attractions. Full- and partial-scholarships are available. Email for more information.
Oasis Children
334 Furman St, Brooklyn Bridge Park, Ditmas Park
Ages 5-11
Campers enjoy activities like swimming in the beautiful outdoors.
NYC Parks
Locations vary
For children between the ages of 6-13
Summer camp lottery registration will be open from March 7th to March 16th. Register and pay online.
Prospect Park Zoo
450 Flatbush Avenue, Prospect Park, ppzeducation@wcs.org, 718-399-7327
For children between the ages of 2-17
The zoo has short camps for 2-year olds and longer camps for 12-year olds. The camps fill up quickly. Campers will have a lot of hands-on fun.
Brooklyn Botanical Garden
150 Eastern Parkway
For 2-year-olds to 8th graders
Offers half-day camps for little gardeners to get their hands dirty. Sign up for separate morning and afternoon sessions. Staff will oversee lunch. Registration is open.
AYSO Soccer Camp
Parade Ground, Ditmas Park, 917-847-8719
For children entering grades K-12
AYSO hasn’t posted summer camp and clinic information yet.
Home Run Baseball Camp
Parade Ground, Ditmas Park, Park Slope, Windsor Terrace, Kensington, 202-256-8883
For children between the ages of 4-12
Registration isn’t quite open for the summer baseball camp, but if you’re interested in Spring Break in the Dominican Republic, sign up now.
Tennis Center
Prospect Park Tennis Center, Park Slope, Ditmas Park, Kensington, Windsor Terrace, 718-436-2500
Registration opens April 7th for tennis camp. You’ll need to print and fax in the registration form.
Urban Martial Arts
965 Coney Island Ave, Ditmas Park, 718-287-5500
For children ages 4 and up
Seats are available still at Urban Martial Arts, though the campers won’t be sitting. They’ll be running, jumping, and kicking while learning life skills and healthy habits.
Ezra Guitar Summer Enrichment Camp
785 Coney Island Ave, Ditmas Park
Ages: Pre-k to 2nd grade
Contact: info@ezraguitar.com, 718-434-2103
Join our specialized group guitar class, arts and crafts, the theme of the week class, and a healthy snack!