Albany Police Athletic League Youth Programs

Albany Police Athletic League Youth Programs offers sports programs with structured, coach-led leagues and clinics, summer programs with gym time, arts and crafts, two field trips, and nutritious snacks and lunch each day, and after-school activities with academic support and hands-on projects. It also includes Girl Scouts, PAL Mentoring, Teen Programs, Eagle Elite Camp, Swim Camp, and School Break Camp.

Programs

• Kids SPORTS — Albany PAL’s sports programs engage hundreds of youth each year in structured, coach-led leagues and clinics.
• Kids SummerPROGRAMS — children ages 5–12 · daily 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Kids active and engaged with gym time, arts & crafts, two field trips, and nutritious snacks and lunch provided each day.
• Teen Programs — teens · Two flagship youth leadership initiatives: the Police Explorers program and the Youth Leadership Council (YLC).
• Girl Scouts — girls ages 5–13 · weekly · A free weekly club where girls can make new friends, earn badges and grow into tomorrow’s changemakers.
• PAL Mentoring — Albany City youth · three times a week · A free, group-based mentoring program with 60–90-minute sessions at the Albany PAL Center.
• After School — Provides high-quality academic support and enrichment opportunities through hands-on projects.
• Eagle Elite Camp — children ages 4 and a half to 13 years old · Camp philosophy centered on active living and teamwork; develops skills in sports and swimming, creativity through art, respect, sportsmanship, independence, self-esteem, and self-discipline.
• Swim Camp — swimmers 8 to 14 years old · Offers two types of competitive swim camps during the spring, summer, and winter.
• School Break Camp — single-day or full-week session · New York City school break camps that pack the fun and excitement of summer camp into a single-day or full-week session.

At a glance

• Ages: 4–18 years old
• Facility hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am–5:30pm; weekends closed

About the provider

The Albany Police Athletic League began its community work in 1988. Its mission is creating a community bond between Albany youth and law enforcement, and its partnerships aim to develop strong leaders who think critically, work hard, and act compassionately. The organization brings together kids, cops, and the community through after-school activities, summer camps, clubs, and sports programs, and serves approximately 2,000 Albany youth every year.

What families say

“Very rewarding, enjoyed spending time with kids, very understanding of family life, allowed to make up shifts, enjoyed my coworkers, loved being able to give back to my community.” — Counselor in Training, Albany PAL

“Their willingness to work with a child with disabilities is really important to me. Knowing you have this support as a single mom is always such comfort to see that people are going to have your back.” — Janel Andersen

“The children are always having fun. Staff and counselor are always there to help. This job meant a lot to me.” — Receptionist, Albany PAL

Last updated August 22, 2026.