Afterschool Programs

September 16, 2024 - June 13, 2025

kids building crafts together

The NYC Parks Afterschool Program provides children ages 6 to 13 with academic support and physical activity in a safe, structured environment. This free program takes place on weekdays from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., a critical time to engage school-aged children in structured activities and expose them to new interests.

Programming is based around monthly themes supported by sports and fitness, arts and culture, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics). Our program complements what children are learning in school and strengthens their sense of belonging in the communities in which they live.

Our programs offer:

  • Academic enrichment
  • Healthy snacks
  • Supervised media education
  • Team-building activities
  • Sports and fitness
  • Arts and cultural programming
  • Special events
  • STEAM activities
  • And more!

How to Join

Age and Cost

The program is free for children ages 6 to 13. Registration is required.

Registration

Registration now open!

Registration Requirements

Locations

Bronx

Williamsbridge Oval
3225 Reservoir Oval E
Bronx, NY 10467

For more information about Bronx Afterschool Programs and Youth Programs, please contact Jeslyn Galarza, Borough Coordinator at (718) 430-1847 or at Jeslyn.Galarza@parks.nyc.gov.

Brooklyn

For more information about Brooklyn Afterschool Programs, please contact Wilson Tenorio, Borough Coordinator at (718) 965-8938 or at Wilson.Tenorio@parks.nyc.gov.

Manhattan

Alfred E. Smith Recreation Center
80 Catherine Street
New York, NY 10038

For more information about Manhattan Youth Programs, please contact Amanda Perez, Borough Coordinator at (212) 408-0243 or at Amanda.Perez@parks.nyc.gov.

Queens

A.R.R.O.W. Field House
35-30 35th Street
Astoria, NY 11106

Sorrentino Recreation Center
18-48 Cornaga Avenue
Far Rockaway, New York 11691

For more information about Queens Afterschool Programs, please contact Kiegan Albert, Borough Coordinator at (718) 393-7370 or at Kiegan.Albert@parks.nyc.gov.

Staten Island

Graniteville Field House at Jennifer's Playground
250 Regis Drive
Staten Island, NY, 10314

Walker Park Field House
50 Bard Avenue
Staten Island, NY, 10310

For more information about Staten Island Afterschool Program, please contact Dana Vitolo, Borough Coordinator at (718) 816-8103 or at Dana.Vitolo@parks.nyc.gov.

Youth Programs at Parks 

Youth and Teen Media Education Programs

Many of our recreation centers offer free digital arts and technology courses, from game design and coding to animation and video production, for kids and teens. Learn about our Media Education programs

youths using computers in media class

Sports Programs

Throughout the year, we offer free sports clinics and opportunities to join our sports leagues, including flag football, basketball, and street hockey. Learn more about our Youth Sports Programs

kids playing flag football

Swim Programs

In the fall, winter, and spring, we offer free Afterschool Learn to Swim classes from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Experienced swimmers can try out for citywide swim teams. Learn more about our Swim Programs

instructor teaching kids how to swim

Citywide Afterschool Programs

Please visit the New York City Department of Education's Afterschool page to learn about more afterschool programs offered throughout the city.