FAQ

GENERAL

• What is BEACH REACH NYC?

BEACH REACH NYC is a Christian outreach in the Rockaway Beach area of New York City.  Youth Mission Teams come from all over the country to minister to the millions of Rockaway beach goers and surfers through fun beach activites, sports, and music.​

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• When is BEACH REACH NYC?

In 2026, BEACH REACH will be held May 31 - August 1.  Mission Teams usually arrive in New York City on a Sunday and depart on a Saturday.  Smaller mission teams of less than 18 people are usually housed at the UNO BEACH HOUSE, a couple of blocks from the beach.  Larger groups of 18 or more are housed in another Christian dorm facility in Queens.

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• Who can participate in BEACH REACH NYC?

BEACH REACH is mainly geared toward high school and college age mission teams.   There are times when we can accomodate family or adult groups also.  All registrants are required to agree with and sign our Beach Reach Code of Conduct.

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• What will we do at BEACH REACH NYC?

BEACH REACH is week of jam-packed beach activity and ministry. These are some of the activities that your group may be participating in:    
boardwalk biking, skateboarding, surfing, beach pingpong, beach pickleball, beach workout course, beach volleyball, handball, basketball, ultimate frisbee, kayaking, kids club on the beach, evangelism, tract distribution, beach cleanup, talent show, puppet show, beach nursing home ministry, outdoor movie night, beach baptism event & cookout.
 

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COST

• Is there a cost to participate inBEACH REACH NYC?

There is no cost for participating,  but there is a $10 per night charge for those staying overnight at the UNO Beach House.   Everyone needs to fillout and turn in the registration form before arriving.

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HOUSING & MEALS

• Is housing available?

There is limited housing space to stay at the UNO Beach House for $10 per night, per person.   The UNO Beach House is a 7 minute walk to the beach.  The UBH is conveniently located by the NYC subway, with easy access to JFK and LGA airports. Of course there are also many hotel options all over NYC.
 

• Are meals provided?

Basic breakfast and bag lunches are included, but dinners are on your own. There will not be meals provided, but there are kitchens available for use in the UNO Beach House.  There are countless restaurants all along the beach.
 

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WHAT TO BRING

• ​What should I wear at BEACH REACH NYC?

In July, the tempature can be in the high 90's in NYC.  It's important to bring sunscreen and water bottles to keep hydrated.  On the beach, modest swim suits are required. 
Off the beach, no swim suits are allowed (without a coverup), with modest clothing at all times.

Flipflops or sandals are great for the beach, but for sports and other activities, comfortable tennis shoes/sneakers are needed.
 

• What should I bring & how should I prepare for BEACH REACH NYC?

We will send out information and instructions about preparation and requirements for various activities.  After you register, you will get a tailor-made instruction/orientation packet before you arrive.  Depending on what activities you are signed up for, there may be some prep and training required before you arrive for BEACH REACH. 
 

• What should I NOT bring to BEACH REACH NYC?

Alcohol, tobacco, vapes, illegal drugs, fireworks, any kind of weapon, water guns, water balloons. No play station portables or other gaming devices.  Students should be prepared to minimalize all use of social media and phones during Beach Reach.  

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