Summer is a time for children to be children and create memories that will last a lifetime, and that’s what the City of Rochester’s R-Centers have to offer. Whether you like swimming, hiking, gardening, sports, or any of the hundreds of activities we have in store, children and families will have no trouble keeping physically active, mentally engaged, and emotionally supported all summer long.

Click here to download the 2024 Summer R-Guide to view all the exciting programs and activities near you!

In addition to RCSD summer learning for scholars, our community partners in the Rochester community offer various activities, such as arts, sports, STEM, literacy, and more to city residents through GRASA, Greater Rochester After-school and Summer Alliance.

These independent non-district programs require registration and typically have limited spots. Interested youth and families should contact the program providers as soon as possible to secure a spot. Please note that some programs may have additional requirements, such as an application, interview, essay, or fees.

For more information, please see the 2024 GRASA Summer Program Catalog.

Saddle Up for A Horse’s Friend Success
Description: Introduces participants to basic knowledge needed to work with horses.
Ages served: 7-15
Location: 6565 East River Rd., Rush, NY 14543
Contact information: Sarabeth Sowinski | sarabethsloan@yahoo.com | 585-746-7419

Urban Youth Summer Enrichment Program
Description: STEAM activities, nature-based learning, hiking, and more!
Ages served: 7-15
Location: 289 Driving Park Ave., Rochester, NY 14613
Contact information: Julia Oakley | info@agapehavenofabundance.org | 585-483-0791

AC Summer LEAP
Description: Offers engaging play- and project-based learning in STEAM and literacy.
Ages served: 5-14
Location: 519 Allens Creek Rd., Rochester, NY 14618
Contact information: Emily Cohen | ecohen@allendalecolumbia.org | 585-641-5232

Beyond Summer Camp
Description: Focus will be on exploring Rochester's natural resources and appreciating the environment.
Ages served: 8-16
Location: 549 Clarissa St., Rochester, NY 14608
Contact information: Carmen Allen | beyondthesanctuary20@gmail.com | 585-520-6004

Summer Peer Ambassador Summer Internship and Training
Description: Youth will be trained to teach mental health education curricula.
Ages served: 14-18
Location: 1515 South Ave., Rochester, NY 14620
Contact information: Dr. Melany Silas | breathedeepinc11@gmail.com | 585-732-9249

Esports & Gaming Summer Learning Camp
Description: Introducing youth to the world of video games, esports, coding, and other skills.
Ages served: 8-12
Location: 100 S Clinton Ave., Floor 22, Rochester, NY 14604
Contact information: Ben Garvey | ben@glgaminglounges.com | 716-427-3052

Encompass Grows
Description: Students will participate in literacy intervention, inquiry-based learning, clubs, swimming, and field trips.
Ages served: K-6
Location: 3690 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 (St. John Fisher University)
Contact information: Cara Carey-Fitzgerald | ccarey-fitzgerald@e-success.org | 585-704-9081

Encompass Quad A Summer Learning Camp
Description: Students will participate in literacy intervention, inquiry-based learning, clubs, swimming, and field trips.
Ages served: K-6
Location: 4245 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 (Nazareth University)
Contact information: Cara Carey-Fitzgerald | ccarey-fitzgerald@e-success.org | 585-704-9081

FSLC’s Summer Literacy Enrichment Program
Description: Offering field days, field trips, picnics, and lots of play!
Ages served: 4-12
Location: 1124 Culver Rd., Rochester, NY 14609
Contact information: Pastor Harris | stphillipoffice@gmail.com | 585-713-4669