School Programs & Summer Camps For New York City's Youth

Play today, to change tomorrow.

Kids in the Game is a sports-based youth development organization offering school programs, summer camps, and sports programs to New York City’s youth. Our vision is to encourage active lifestyles and character-building, to develop the integrity of a generation.

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The Kids in the Game Difference

Our Coaches

An energetic and experienced group, our coaches are athletes, coaches, educators, dancers, musicians, and mentors, all working together to develop New York City’s youth.

Impact Focused

Kids in the Game provides a physical outlet that focuses on dually improving athleticism and positive character-building. Kids in the Game recognizes the benefit and long-term impact that balanced, sports-based youth development has on future communities.

Accessible & Inclusive

Working in all five boroughs across New York City, we are rooted in the neighborhoods and schools that we work in. Last year we served over 25,000 kids and provided over $100,000 in financial aid and scholarships to families.

Partnerships & Accreditations

We partner with some of the most recognizable sports and education-focused organizations in the industry, including Up2Us Sports, the Department of Education, and the Junior NBA. Check out the rest of our partners at the bottom of this page!

Sports Programs

KING Hoops

Elite Basketball Programs

Programs Adopted

Skill Development, Academic Support, Competition

The KING Hoops Impact

Our philosophy focuses on breaking down personal and competitive barriers to build highly-skilled, mentally tough, and collaborative players both on and off the court.
“100% of our KING Hoops players improved in positive identity, self-management, contribution academic self-efficacy, social skills and social capital over the course of one season.” KING Hoops Program Surveys

Summer Camps

Day Camps in New York City

Through our camp activities, campers gain new experiences, develop friendships outside of their school communities, and learn from kid-approved, adult mentors who make each day more adventurous than the last.

Activities Include

Sports, Creative & Performing Arts, Themed Days, Swimming, Special Events

The Summer Camp Impact

“The staff and counselors at Kids in the Game are fantastic! They create a wonderful experience for campers with a variety of programming and opportunities for campers to express themselves. My son has been going for three years, and we couldn’t be happier! Even during this time of the Covid pandemic they find a way to have fun while following every safety protocol.” 2020 Camp Parent

After-School Programs

Our after school programs are built and cultivated on relationships.Our coaches create an environment where students can interact with each other in a positive way through physical activity. Through these relationships, students are able to develop skills such as leadership, empathy, and strong communication.

Programs Adopted

Full Programs, Enrichment Classes, Sports Teams

The After-School Impact

Recess Program

Our coaches are trained to turn your yard into a physically and emotionally safe environment that promotes student participation and inclusivity in all recess activities.

Programs Adopted

Structured Activities, Free Play, Increased Participation

The Recess Program Impact

“If I had to describe Kids in the Game recess in one word, it is “transformational.” The change in our recess and playtime culture has been remarkable. It has become much more positive and pleasurable for our kids.” Ms. De Paz, PS 39K Principal

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School Programs

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School Programs & Summer Camps For New York City's Youth

Play today, to change tomorrow.

Schools

Families

The Kids in the Game Difference

Our Coaches

Impact Focused

Accessible & Inclusive

Partnerships & Accreditations

Sports Programs

KING Hoops

Programs Adopted

The KING Hoops Impact

Summer Camps

Day Camps in New York City

Activities Include

The Summer Camp Impact

After-School Programs

After-School Programs

Programs Adopted

The After-School Impact

Recess Program

Recess Program

Programs Adopted

The Recess Program Impact

Featured Upcoming Events

As Seen In

Accreditation

Partners