Afterschool Programs

September 15, 2025 - June 5, 2026

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
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 at all sites will continue until the program is full.

To register, parents must visit the location of their choice with their completed afterschool application and program agreement and updated medical form.

Registration Requirements

Afterschool application and program agreement
Child’s birth certificate
Medical Form
Virtual Programs Waiver

Locations

Bronx

Williamsbridge Oval

3225 Reservoir Oval E
Bronx, NY 10467

On-site registration hours:
Monday - Friday: 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

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

Brooklyn

For more information about Brooklyn Youth Programs, please contact Wilson Tenorio, Borough Youth 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

On-site registration hours:
Monday - Friday: 11:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

For more information about Manhattan Afterschool and/or Youth Programs, please contact Borough Youth Coordinators Amanda Perez and Jasmine Campbell at (212) 408-0243 or via email at Amanda.Perez@parks.nyc.gov and Jasmine.Campbell@parks.nyc.gov.

Queens

Al Oerter Recreation Center

131-40 Fowler Avenue
Flushing, New York 11355

On-site registration hours:
Monday – Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.,
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

A.R.R.O.W. Field House

35-30 35th Street
Astoria, New York 11106

On-site registration hours:
Monday – Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Sorrentino Recreation Center

18-48 Cornaga Avenue
Far Rockaway, New York 11691

On-site registration hours:
Monday – Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.,
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

For more information about Queens Afterschool and or Youth Programs, please contact Kiegan-Henry Albert, Borough Youth 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

Off-site registration hours at Walker Park Field House:
Monday – Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

On-site registration hours beginning September 15, 2025:
Monday – Friday: 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Walker Park Field House

50 Bard Avenue
Staten Island, NY, 10310

On-site registration hours:
Monday – Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

For more information about Staten Island Afterschool and or Youth Programs, please contact Borough Youth Coordinators Dana Vitolo and Michael Messing at (718) 816-8103 or via email at Dana.Vitolo@parks.nyc.gov and Michael.Messing@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

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.