Is
there before and after-hours care?
Before and after care is not available.
Is
there transportation available?
Private Transportation: Regional bus service will be available from various locations throughout the City. This is not included in the price of the camp. Please contact on of the following trasportation companies: Harrison at Emmanuel Transit (718) 241-0351 OR Peter Johnsen at Kid Car Pool (212) 879-3657.
Public Transportation: The 6 train (68th Street stop) stops directly in front of Hunter College. The M66 bus stops at 68th Street and Lexington Avenue (traveling East) and at 67th Street and Lexington Avenue (traveling West).
Do
campers get lunch?
Lunch is NOT included in the camp package. Each child is required to bring a bagged lunch that will be stored in a locked refrigerator. Please note that glass bottles of any kind are prohibited.
Is
there a camp store?
There will not be a camp store this summer.
Gatorade machines located in the facility; however, we are not responsible for any lost money. Water is provided at all times during camp hours.
How
does the canteen account work?
There will not be a camp store this summer.
Gatorade machines located in the facility; however, we are not responsible for any lost money. Water is provided at all times during camp hours.
What is included
with the camp fee?
The camp fee includes all coaching and instruction plus a reversible jersey.
What
is the difference between each week?
Each week of camp has its own personality. Generally there is a
NBA team or NBA person that highlights a particular week, however the structure of the camp remains constant.
How
many weeks does a typical camper attend?
We have a wide variety of participation from our campers. Some kids
spend the entire summer with us or others come from out of town
just to attend one week of camp. Generally, our customers spend
between 2 to 4 weeks at the Basketball City camps.
Is
my child at a disadvantage if he only attends one week?
No, our camps are designed to function on a weekly basis with each
camp having a unique agenda. If your child is only participating
in one week, he or she will not miss out on anything that would
prevent them from getting the most out of the camp.
What
will my child do on a typical day?
A typical day consists of comprehensive stations (small group drills),
competitive league games, contests and guest lectures. The campers
will also get an hour long break for lunch.
How
are the groups divided?
The groups are generally divided by age. If necessary,
additional consideration will be made based on talent level. The
camp director must approve all such moves.
Do
the girls and boys play together?
The boys and girls participate in camp activities together. Our
coaches are professionals who create parity in each group and assure
that everyone receives equal playing time and attention.
Who
teaches the campers?
Basketball City prides itself on having the #1 summer basketball
staff in New York City. The staff is made up of local high school/AAU
coaches, former/current professional players and current/former
college players. Everyone on our staff has extensive knowledge of
the game of basketball as well as experience teaching and coaching
kids.
Are
there lockers available?
Lockers are not available this summer. Do NOT bring any jewelry, valuables
or loose cash.
What
should my child bring to camp?
Campers should wear basketball attire to camp. This includes sneakers,
shorts and a
t-shirt or reversible jersey. Do NOT bring any jewelry, valuables
or loose cash. An on-site camp phone will be accessible to all campers.
What
is your cancellation policy?
Any changes to the original week(s) of camp registered must be made
two weeks prior to the start of the camp. You can switch these weeks
as long as it is done prior to the two week deadline. Any difference
in the price of the two camps must be paid in full.
Are there any refunds?
No, due to the long-term planning and staffing that goes into each
camp, we do not issue refunds. If you cancel a week of camp and
give us notice two weeks prior to the start of camp you will receive
Basketball City credit, less a $75 administrative fee, good for
any Basketball City youth program available for one year. If there
is a medical emergency contact the camp director, Craig Alfano.
Does my child need a medical form?
Each camper MUST submit a completed medical form and send to Basketball City prior to camp or bring it on the first day of camp in order to participate. Please note that this form can be the one given to you by Basketball City or a similar medical form completed by your child’s physician.
