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Many of our New Jersey Performing Arts Camps offer Winter & Winter Break Performing Arts Programs, Activities, Workshops & Classes starting in December, 2025.
Be sure to check the "Year-Round Programs and Other Camp Info" headings of each camp listing for specifics, or give any Performing Arts Camp you're interested in a call to check on Winter & Winter Break dates, times and availability.
Many of our Performing Arts Camps will be hosting Winter & Winter Break Reunions for their previous campers, and Winter & Winter Break Open Houses for interested new campers and families. Each camp is different, and some offer activities for the entire family.
Contact the camp(s) directly to see if there are any Camp Reunion or Open House Plans for December, 2025.
Looking for a Great New Jersey Performing Arts Day Camp? Look at each camp's TYPE OF CAMP description. Many of our Best New Jersey Day Performing Arts Camps also list their exact hours, and if they offer before and after camp activities.
Many of our Best New Jersey Summer Performing Arts Camps also offer Year Round Performing Arts Camp Programs, Classes, and Activities. You should contact the camps you are interested in to see if they offer Fall, Winter and/or Spring Performing Arts Programs, too.
Searching for New Jersey Performing Arts Camp Jobs? Many of our Best Performing Arts Camps are now listing their 2026 Winter & Winter Break Camp Jobs, too. Look for the heading "Summer Camp Jobs" in each camp listing. You can also check any camp's website for their "Work at Camp" or "Winter & Winter Break Employment Opportunities" pages.
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Visit Our iD Tech Summer Programs for Ages 6-18 Website
1-888-709-8324
info[AT]iDTech.com
Held at 150+ prestigious campuses nationwide
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, NV, NH, NJ, NY, NC, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, WI
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: 6 - 18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Half-Day & Full-Day, Overnight, and Weekend programs available.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers. All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: iD Tech is the world leader in summer STEM education, with 400,000 alumni since 1999, and 150 prestigious campus locations including Stanford, Caltech, and NYU. Students ages 7-19 learn to code, design video games and Fortnite-inspired levels, mod Minecraft, create with Roblox, engineer robots, model and print 3D characters, work with AI and machine learning, and more! Weeklong, day and overnight summer programs that instill in-demand skills and embolden students to shape the future.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Computers, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Camps are located at prestigious campuses nationwide. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.idtech.com to find a location near you.
CAMP FACILITIES: Camps are held on university and school campuses. Most overnight campers stay in dorms and get the "college experience".
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: iD Tech is the world leader in summer STEM education, with 400,000 alumni since 1999, and 150 prestigious campus locations including Stanford, Caltech, and NYU.
Students ages 7-19 learn to code, design video games and Fortnite-inspired levels, mod Minecraft, create with Roblox, engineer robots, model and print 3D characters, work with AI and machine learning, and more! Weeklong, day and overnight summer programs that instill in-demand skills and embolden students to shape the future.
Just 5-10 students per instructor (maximum 10) so students can e¬njoy personalized learning at their pace.
The top universities on the planet—Stanford, NYU, Caltech—have trusted and hosted our programs for over 15 years, inspiring students to dream BIG.
Want to learn from an energetic Stanford computer science major? A virtual reality guru from NYU? A game developer who wants to share her lifelong passion? We’ve bet our reputation on recruiting the top instructors in the country. Our 8:1 student-to-instructor guarantee ensures customized learning with the smallest class sizes, leading to “a-ha moments” and awesome outcomes. iD Tech summer courses are inclusive of every skill level and learning style.
Today, every career—from art to engineering to social work—requires a strong foundation in tech. With a focus on skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaboration, our courses pave the way for bright futures in any field. Whether your child dreams of working at Facebook or Google, launching their own startup, or founding a nonprofit, their long-term skill development pathway starts here.
iD Tech also offers early-education STEM programs, all-girls tech camps, teen-only academies, and an online learning platform.
Get started today at Our Camp Website Link: www.iDTech.com or call (888) 709-8324 and join iD Tech as they inspire the makers of tomorrow.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.iDTech.com for the most up to date information on sessions, dates, and fees.
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iD Tech Summer Programs for Ages 618
Be sure to ask each New Jersey Performing Arts Camp about the amount of performing arts instruction and the overall intensity of their performing arts program.
Some Top New Jersey Performing Arts Camps offer rigorous daily performing arts training and lots of intensive performing arts experience. Other great New Jersey Camps offer performing arts as an elective or recreational activity with much less training and intensity.
Visit Our Camp Lou Henry Hoover Website
908-947-1708
973-383-3220
dhooker[AT]gshnj.org
summercamp[AT]gshnj.org
961 West Shore Drive,
County Road 521
Middleville, New Jersey 07855
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
1171 Route 28
North Branch, NJ 08876
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: 6 - 17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Overnight
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Girl Scouts
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Hoover has been shaping great summer memories for girls ingrades 1-12 since 1953 through learning, discovering, exploring, challenging opportunities, and creating! Camp Hoover is a journey into independence—a place where girls and their counselors plan weekly adventures together in a relaxed, non-competitive, tech-free environment.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Gymnastics, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Team Sports, Science, Technology, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Lifeguard Training, Quilting, Basket Weaving, Sailing, Cooking, Archery, Gymnastics, Horseback Riding, Outdoor Survival, Canoe Trips, Hiking Trips, Level 1 Archery Instructor Training, STEM Program
CAMP LOCATION: We are one hour from New York City and Central New Jersey, located in Sussex County, New Jersey. Camp Hoover is situated on 340 beautiful acres in Middleville on Swartswood Lake.
For more information, please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.gshnj.org
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CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Hoover has a large, modern dining hall, three cabins, five tent sites, a primitive site, a recreation building and full usage of Swartswood Lake for swimming, boating, and sailing. A large playfield, ropes course, archery course, hiking trails and a craft center are available for all campers.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Girls entering grades 1 to 12 can choose from one or all of the camps operated by GSHNJ. All girls are welcome to participate in our summer camp programs regardless of race, religion, physical ability, economic status, or national origin. Our camp program is based on the values of the Girl Scout Promise and Law. GSHNJ camps provide a strong focus on Girl Scout fundamentals and in many of our programs girls will earn a Badge or portions of one.
Camp sessions run from July 5 through August 15. Hoover offers two experiences: General and Specialty.
General Camp programs are designed for girls entering grades 1-12 and provide a broad camp experience with varied activities and waterfront time daily. General Camp programs enable you to experience an array of camp activities every day.
Our Specialty Camp programs are designed for girls entering grades 3-12. Activities are grouped according to program, age, and interest level. Specialty Camp programs focus on a particular interest combined with traditional camp activities like swimming, boating, hiking, cook-outs, crafts, and games.
GSHNJ camps are a place where each and every girl can feel safe, valued and supported while making new friends and challenging themselves to try new things. Camp staff is committed to ensuring the health, safety and overall well-being of all campers. GSHNJ camps follow the program standards for health, safety and security guidelines of GSHNJ, GSUSA, ACA, and the New Jersey Youth Camp Standards.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Lifeguard Training: Spend a week at Camp Hoover learning the basics of water rescue and safety and earning the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certification, as well as First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer with AED. Note: All campers participating in this program need to be strong swimmers and demonstrate ability to complete a series of pre-course water tests including a continuous distance swim. (Ages 15+, Fee $950)
Level 1 Archery Instructor: Become a certified Level 1 Archery Instructor! This course provides the necessary tools to maintain safety both on and off the archery range, covering range safety, range setup, the steps of shooting, equipment and repair, programs and lesson plans. Level 1 Instructors are well prepared to teach beginner archery programs in both indoor and outdoor settings. Minimum age requirement is 15. Successful completion of the course (passing both written and practical exams) provides a three year certification. (Ages 15+, Fee $575)
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camp is the perfect time to bring your group to Hoover and enjoy a day or two (or more!) of fun summer activities. The waterfront is fully staffed for you to go swimming, boating or just bathe in the sun. You can participate in the Challenge Course, take a hike up Hoover's hills, try your hand at archery, make arts and crafts, enjoy cookouts and much more.
Come join us from Friday, August 21st to Monday, September 7th for this wonderful overnight camping experience. Registration information can be found on our website, Our Camp Website Link: www.gshnj.org
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp Lou Henry Hoover is available year- round for groups and families to rent our facilities. Located on 340 acres in Middleville, New Jersey, there is something for everyone at Camp Hoover! We offer three types of accommodations: heated cabins that have sleeping quarters with bunkbeds, full bathrooms, and kitchens stocked with cooking equipment; platform tent sites that have bathhouses and pavilions for shelter; and pitch-your-own-tent sites that either have a covered pavilion and bathroom facilities or a simple trough sink. Groups are invited to plan your own adventures, select all-inclusive weekends (May to June), or arrange for individual program activities for your event. We are here to make your stay easy, enjoyable, and fun!
For more information visit Our Camp Website Link: www.gshnj.org or email rentals[AT]gshnj.org
OTHER CAMP INFO:
Sessions run from July 5-August 15, and offer two experiences: general and specialty. General Camp programs offer girls an array of different camp activities every day. Specialty Camp programs focus on a particular interest combined with traditional camp activities
like arts & crafts, nature, hiking, archery, ropes course, games, cookouts, swimming, and boating. Girls develop responsibility through “kapers” (jobs that help keep Hoover in order) and other fun and enriching activities.
We offer the opportunity for girls to explore nature and the outdoors, the arts, STEM and much more. Our camp programs are designed to be fun, interactive, challenging and a time for personal growth. There is nothing better than hearing our girls say, “I did that!”
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 5 - 11, 20120
July 12 - 18, 2020
July 19 - 25, 2020
July 26 - August 1, 2020
August 2 - 18, 2020
August 12 - 15, 2020
Fees range from $190 to $1,475.
For more information and view our 2020 Camp Guide, please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.gshnj.org
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Hoover hires enthusiastic and dedicated adults to provide our summer camp program for girls. All camp staff participate in one week of pre-camp training conducted by trained professionals and many have taken additional training in their specialty areas. All waterfront activities are supervised by American Red Cross certified lifeguards.
We are currently looking for Role Models to participate in our programs in a variety of positions from Counselors to Lifeguards and more!
Camp Hoover follows the program standards for health, safety and security guidelines of GSHNJ, GSUSA, the American Camp Association, as well as the New Jersey Youth Camp Standards.
Camp listings are available on our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.gshnj.org
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Camp Lou Henry Hoover
Some New Jersey Performing Arts Camps offer BOTH Day and Overnight Camp options. Be sure to check each camp's description under "TYPE OF CAMP" for complete information, and exact hours.
Some New Jersey Performing Arts Day Camps also offer Extended Camp Hours for Early Camper Drop-Off and Pick Up. If you need these services, you should contact the camp to confirm availability.
Visit Our The OVAL Website
908-947-1726 Camp Director (all year)
908-393-0902 Camp Main Office (July-August)
summercamp[AT]gshnj.org
South Mountain Reservation
West South Orange Avenue
Maplewood, NJ 07079
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
1171 State Route 28, North Branch, NJ 08876
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: 5 - 15
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Before/after care, 1-night optional overnight program in sessions 2,4,6
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Girl Scouts
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: The OVAL Day Camp is located in the picturesque South Mountain Reservation in Maplewood, NJ. The OVAL has been offering girls the opportunity to explore and discover the out-of-doors since 1959. Our programs are designed to challenge girls while creating friendships and memories to last a lifetime. The OVAL offers six weeks of outdoor summer camp for girls, age 5 and up, in grades K – 10.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Cheerleading, Soccer, Horses/Equestrian, Volleyball, Team Sports, Science, Technology, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Archery, Ga-ga, Geocaching, Hiking, Team Building, Arts & Craft, Outdoor Cooking, Firebuilding, Low Ropes Challenge Course
CAMP LOCATION: Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey welcomes you to The OVAL Day Camp, located in the picturesque South Mountain Reservation in Maplewood, NJ. We are about 30 minutes from New York City and located in Essex County.
CAMP FACILITIES: Rustic cabins surround the large play field and provide a cool retreat after fun in the sun. Miles of hiking trails surround the camp. Girls have the opportunity to enjoy nature and spend time in small and large group activities.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Day camp sessions run from July 6 - August 14 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m, Monday through Friday, for girls entering grades K to 10. Before and after care is also available.
Girls are grouped according to age in units. Girls participate in a program theme each week along with art studio, hiking, outdoor cooking, nature, sports, games, archery (grades 2 and up), and all-camp activities. During their time at camp, girls will develop a sense of responsibility and independence in a relaxed, non-competitive setting.
Campers in grades 4 and up can opt to participate in an 1-night overnight during sessions 2,4,6.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Our camp program is based on the values of the Girl Scout Promise and Law. Several of our programs are designed for girls to earn a full badge or part of a badge during their time at camp.
Our summer day camp fees include all activity supplies, t-shirt (one per camper), daily snacks, and bus transportation.
Camp program listings and registration are available on our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.gshnj.org.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session 1 - July 6-10, 2019
Session 2 - July 13-17, 2019
Session 3 - July 20-24, 2019
Session 4 - July 27-31, 2019
Session 5 - August 3-7, 2019
Session 6 - August 10-14, 2019
Prices range from $345-$650 per session.
A full list of program offerings and fees is located in our Camp Guide, located at Our Camp Website Link: www.gshnj.org
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
The OVAL Day Camp provides fun and education programs that are designed to give girls new and unique opportunities to learn, grow, and make friends.
All staff participate in a week of pre-camp training where they become oriented to the camp, job responsibilities, procedures, and rules and work on their counseling and camp skills. The OVAL follows the program standards for health, safety, and security guidelines of GSHNJ, GSUSA, the American Camp Association and the New Jersey Youth Camp Standards are followed.
Staff positions and applications are available on our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.gshnj.org.
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The OVAL
Visit Our NJWA Summer Arts Workshop Website
908-789-9696
njwa2[AT]aol.com
215 Elmer St
Westfield, New Jersey 07090
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
215 Elmer St
Westfield, NJ
07090
CAMPER AGES: 4-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Daily 8:30 - 12:30
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Wrap around with YMCA available. Some camps occur at area churches.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Legendary Westfield, NJ music oriented day camp, now in its 50th year! Kids ages 4 and up can discover musical instruments, arts and crafts, creative movement and much more. Immerse yourself in a well-rounded arts curriculum for younger kids, or join one of our specialty camps for older musicians.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Special needs programs available. Call for details on specific camps.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Downtown Westfield NJ
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CAMP FACILITIES: Music, arts, and performance facilities for camps.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Lead by certified teachers with years of experience. NJWA Summer Arts Workshop (formerly the Westfield Summer Workshop) has been operating since 1972.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Volunteer opportunities for camp youth leaders.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid available in cases of need. Call or email for help with the application process. Our Camp Website Link: www.njworkshopforthearts.com
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Year round music programming including private lessons, classes, and ensembles for 18 months through retirement age.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
See: 3 weeks in July 8:30 - 12:30
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Volunteers and applicants can contact njwa2[AT]aol.com
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NJWA Summer Arts Workshop
Visit Our Campus Kids-NJ Website
973-845-9260
CKNewJersey[AT]campuskids.com
info[AT]campuskids.com
PO Box 369
Blairstown, NJ 07825
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
PO Box 8 Madison, NJ 07940
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Campus Kids-NJ Video
CAMPER AGES: 7 - 15
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Weekday Sleep-Away Camp
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Monday to Friday at camp and home on the weekends, transportation included. An ideal first sleep-away camp experience. Each camper chooses his/her activities every day: fine arts, performing arts, swimming, athletics, nature, fitness, and much more. 2 weeks up to full season. On the beautiful rural campus of Blair Academy. Low-key competitive philosophy. ACA-Accredited since our first summer in 1991!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Gymnastics, Basketball, Football, Weightloss, Soccer, Golf, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Team Sports, Technology, Adventure, and more. Squash, Fencing, Ceramics, Archery, Ultimate Frisbee, Softball, Fitness Center, Volleyball, Skateboarding, Rocketry, Digital Photography, Drums, Guitar
CAMP LOCATION: We are located on the amazing campus of Blair Academy in Blairstown, NJ, an hour from Manhattan and ten minutes from the Delaware Water Gap.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Indoor heated swimming pool, 10 tennis courts, 7 squash courts, 9-hole golf course, extensive sports fields, fitness center, 500-seat theatre, dance and music studios, ceramics studio, fine arts studios, very comfortable dorms and dining room.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Campus Kids-NJ is a "weekday sleep-away camp": Monday through Friday and camp and home with the family on weekends. We provide transportation from the NY-NJ area. It's the best of both worlds . . . sleep-away camp and family time during the summer! We feature "Camper Choice Programming" so each camper chooses his/her own activities every day. It's easy to try new things and also to concentrate on your favorites. Activities include swimming lessons, recreational swim, archery, fencing, tennis, squash, ultimate, golf, soccer, softball, basketball, gymnastics, volleyball, touch football, kickball, aerobics, yoga, jogging, fitness center, lacrosse, skateboarding, hiking, fishing, arts & crafts, tie dyeing, silk screening, ceramics, drawing, painting, digital photography, chess, rocketry, drums, guitar, drama, dance, theme days and special events. Specialty options are available in squash, tennis, ultimate Frisbee, and fitness.
OTHER CAMP INFO: ACA Accredited
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp dates and fees are on this web page: Our Camp Website Link: www.campuskids.com . Tuition is all-inclusive. Weekly transportation is included in the camp fee. Tippping of staff is prohibited and does not take place at our camp. We offer enrollment options of 2 weeks or more.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Counselor jobs available. Â Must be 18+ and have completed one year of college or other post-high school experience. See "Staff Information" on our website.
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Campus KidsNJ
Visit Our Intensive Tumble Camp Website
christina[AT]cheerpridenj.com
31 Leslie Court
Whippany, New Jersey 07981
CAMPER AGES: Ages 8+
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. 9am to 1 pm, July 10-12
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Intensive Tumble Camp is a three-day workshop focusing on conditioning, tumble technique, flexibility, and educational games/activities. #ITC17 will teach athletes the technical tools to perform a new tumble skill each day -- from tucks on Day 1 to speciality passes and skills on Day 3. Camp typically runs from 9am-1pm each day, with OPEN GYM held the last hour. Athletes must bring their own lunch and water.
**Cost: $200 per athlete**

**A $50 deposit is required to secure your spot**

**Ages 8+, Backhandspring is Required**
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Gymnastics, Cheerleading, and more. Tumbling.
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Intensive Tumble Camp
Visit Our Camp Ruach Website
908-725-6994 ext 201
sherman[AT]ssbjcc.org
775 Talamini Rd
Bridgewater, New Jersey
CAMPER AGES: 15 months-ninth grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. A camp day is from 9am-4pm. Early/Late Care is available from 730-9am/4-6pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Jewish.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: We accept campers with special needs on a case by case assessment.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Gymnastics, Cheerleading, Basketball, Football, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Team Sports, Academics, Travel, and more. Archery, Karate, & Gymnastics. Also Academic Tutoring.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located at the Bridgewater, JCC on over 14 acres. Come and visit and tour our beautiful campgrounds!!
CAMP FACILITIES: We have 3 pools, tennis and basketball courts, trips for 4th grade and older, weekly entertainment, and more!!
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: CC Camp Ruach is an extraordinary day camp located at the Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center on over 14 beautiful acres of land. Our 8-week program offers campers ages 15 months through grade 9 a fun-filled summer!
JCC Camp Ruach is dedicated to your child's safety and well-being. We know your child will have a fantastic summer through our supportive and nurturing environment while participating in a wide variety of activities and dynamic programs we offer. Each week the campers take part in special events such as: Entertainment, Camp Carnival, JCC Maccabi Games (Camp Olympics), Camp Show and more! Summertime is an opportunity for children to play, experiment and grow with friends.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our CIT's are teenagers entering 10th grade. They work with a camp group and are supervised by a Senior and Junior counselor.
Our LIT's are campers entering 7th, 8th and 9th grade. They do community service, team building,work in camp groups, swim and more.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarship is availabe as needed.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We offer reunions for campers throughout the year. Check our website for information.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please see our website for more information.
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Camp Ruach
Visit Our Oak Crest Day Camp Website
732-297-2000
92 Cortelyous Lane
Somerset, New Jersey 08873
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Oak Crest Day Camp Video
CAMPER AGES: 3-15
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Oak Crest Day Camp, located in Somerset, NJ, is the premier day camp in Central Jersey. Our beautiful 35-acre facility has acres of field space, indoor air-conditioned Creative Studio, and full Challenge Course with a 40’ climbing tower and zip line. We have 4 heated pools, including our Brand New, State of the Art 7,000 square foot Aquatic Complex.
The Oak Crest experience includes Door-to-Door Transportation, Hot Lunch, Red Cross Certified Swim Instruction, and Professionally Screened and Trained Staff. Activities include sports, arts and crafts, archery, ceramics, jewelry, dance, drama, go-karts, cooking, rocketry, mountain biking, skateboarding in our Skate Park, and BMX Biking on our track. For more information, please check out our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.OakCrestDayCamp.com or call us at 732-297-2000.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Gymnastics, Basketball, Football, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Martial Arts, Computers, Science, Technology, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Oak Crest Day Camp, located in Somerset, NJ, is the premier day camp in Central Jersey and is located on 35 beautiful acres.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Our beautiful facility has acres of field space, indoor air-conditioned Creative Studio, and full Challenge Course with a 40’ climbing tower and zip line. We have 4 heated pools, including our Brand New, State of the Art 7,000 square foot Aquatic Complex.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Voted Best Day Camp in Central New Jersey TWO Years in a Row!
The Oak Crest experience includes Door-to-Door Transportation, Hot Lunch, Red Cross Certified Swim Instruction, and Professionally Screened and Trained Staff.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website Our Camp Website Link: www.oakcrestdaycamp.com for current promotions, camp dates, programs and rates.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.oakcrestdaycamp.com and complete the online application. Â Available summer job opportunities include Counselors, Athletic Specialists, Swim Instructors, Creative Specialists, and Ropes Specialists.
You must be available to work all 8 weeks of camp (camp starts the last week of June).
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Oak Crest Day Camp
Visit Our YMCA of Greater Bergen County Website
2014876600
mrichards[AT]ymcagbc.org
360 Main Street
Hackensack, New Jersey 07601
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Sloatsburg, NY
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our YMCA of Greater Bergen County Video
CAMPER AGES: 5-16
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Transportation provided from the YMCA facility in Hackensack, NJ
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): YMCA. ACA.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: All of our ACA (American Camp Association) accredited summer camps are located on Lake Kanawauke, in the beautiful and scenic woods of Harriman State Park which provides a beautiful natural setting with access to hiking trails and a number of lakes. The camps are 45 minutes from Hackensack and campers are bused to camp from the YMCA.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Baseball, Weightloss, Soccer, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Team Sports, Academics, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Challenge Course, Rock Climbing, Ultimate Frisbee, Yoga
CAMP LOCATION: All of our ACA (American Camp Association) accredited summer camps are located on Lake Kanawauke, in the beautiful and scenic woods of Harriman State Park which provides a beautiful natural setting with access to hiking trails and a number of lakes. The camps are 45 minutes from Hackensack and campers are bused to camp from the YMCA.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Each camp has its own waterfront with a fleet of canoes, kayaks, rowboats, and paddle boats that offers a wide variety of waterfront activities. Athletic facilities include a blacktop area, 2 sports fields, an archery range, rock climbing wall (real rock!), and challenge course. For indoor activities, each camp has a recreation hall and an arts and crafts cabin.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our summer camps are accredited by the American Camp Association(ACA). What does this mean? It shows that we have undergone a thorough review of our operation to maintain accreditation. ACA camps must meet up to 300 standards for health, safety and program quality. These benchmarks are recognized as standards of the camp community. Accreditation is voluntary; our accreditation reflects our commitment to maintaining industry standards. For more information about ACA visit their website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.acacamps.org
With a variety of day camp programs for 5-16 yr olds and sleep-away camp programs for 8-17 yr olds, the YMCA truly offers something for everyone.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Please see our website: Our Camp Website Link: www.ymcagbc.org
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Please see our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.ymcagbc.org.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): For family camp info, please see our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.ymcagbc.org.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For complete info, please see our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.ymcagbc.org.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Hiring for Summer Camp 2018 has begun! Â The YMCA of Greater Bergen County operates summer day and resident camps in Harriman State Park, NY every summer. For Day Camp employment enquiries contact Mary Sullivan, Day Camp Director at msullivan[AT]ymcagbc.org or 201-487-6600 x205. For Resident Camp employment enquiries contact Martin Richards, Resident Camp Director at mrichards[AT]ymcagbc.org or 201-487-6600 x220.
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YMCA of Greater Bergen County
Visit Our Music in the Somerset Hills - Summer Voices Website
973-339-7719
St. Bernard's Episcopal Church
88 Claremont Road
Bernardsville, New Jersey 07924
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
P.O. Box 729
Bernardsville, NJ 07924
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Music in the Somerset Hills - Summer Voices Video
CAMPER AGES: Entering Grades 2-12
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Monday-Thursday
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Sing like you’ve never sung before when you join the popular Summer Voices! Now in its eighth year, Summer Voices provides a vocal music camp experience unlike any other, where participants will join in solo singing and voice training, ensemble-based music-making, music theory and aural skills, and special interest sessions which enhance every student’s musicality in a fun and safe summer camp environment.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Computers, Technology, Academics, and more. Music
Chorus
Choral Music
Choir
CAMP LOCATION: We are located approximately 45 minutes west of New York City in the beautiful Somerset Hills region of New Jersey.
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CAMP FACILITIES: State-of-the-art music classroom
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Within the camp, students will be placed into age-based, developmentally-appropriate groups to give students the most optimal musical experience. In these groups, each singer will develop their love of music, further develop vocal skills, and increase musical knowledge and understanding. The camp will culminate in a showcase performance for friends and family at 1:30pm on the final day. Please bring a lunch each day. All students entering grades 2-12 are welcome (students will be split into groups by age during the camp day).
OTHER CAMP INFO: Camp Faculty: Matthew LaPine (Director of The Rise up Chorus), Stephen Sands (Artistic Director), Dan Foster (Founder and Director of Aoede Consort), and Gabrielle San Roman (graduate of Westminster Choir College)
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Summer Voices 2020 - July 20 - July 23
Tuition: $200 (early bird); $225 thereafter
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Music in the Somerset HillsSummer Voices
Visit Our Playhouse 22's Summer Theater Experience Website
732-254-3939
info[AT]playhouse22.org
721 Cranbury Road
East Brunswick, New Jersey 08816
CAMPER AGES: 7 - 14
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Playhouse 22’s Summer Theater Experience is an innovative, three-week summer theater program for children 7 – 14. Run by experienced theater educators with extensive backgrounds in all areas of theater, the program will provide children with a unique experience of learning the basics of theater. From auditioning to delivering monologues to designing costumes and developing scenes, the program will leave your children asking for more. At the conclusion, students will be given the opportunity to present a scene, monologue or a project they were creating, followed by a cast party!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more.
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our directors are professional, certified by the State of New Jersey educators with backgrounds in teacher and theater-arts. They teach in area school districts working with children from ages 6 - 15.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Registration is $349 per student. Deadline for early registration is May 15. Discounts for additional children are available as well as payment plans.
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Playhouse 22s Summer Theater Experience
Visit Our Vacamas Website
973-838-0942 (Extension 2) 877-428-8222 (Option 2)
info[AT]hi4y.org
256 Macopin Road
West Milford, New Jersey 07480
CAMPER AGES: 6 - 17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Every summer, hundreds of young people from the tri-state area come to Vacamas for a summer to remember and meet friends they will never forget. Our 12- and 19-day trips provide exciting and challenging age-specific adventures for campers ages 6-17, having completed 1st through 11th grades. In addition to our sleep-away camp, we also have a rapidly-growing day camp which operates between 9am and 5pm each day with before-care and after-care options also available.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Baseball, Weightloss, Soccer, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Team Sports, Academics, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Camp Vacamas is situated on 230 wooded acres of private land In Northern New Jersey, surrounded by New Jersey�s 4,500acre Norvin Green State Forest. With a private 50 acre lake and beautiful surroundings Vacamas is a world apart in feeling but only 45 minutes away from New York City.
CAMP FACILITIES: Children live in camp cabins with up to eight children their age and two staff members. Cabins for younger campers have bathrooms and showers in sleeping areas. For campers aged 10 and up facilities are located just outside their cabin. Teen Adventure Campers are more self-sufficient and live in platform tents, Adirondack shelters or college dorm style environments. We have a 50 acres lake for swimming. boating and nature study, ball fields, a nature center, creative kitchen, wood shop, library, indoor gymnasium and Theater, high and low ropes courses, an indoor climbing wall, outdoor and indoor basketball courts an rustic amphitheater and an Arts and Crafts Center. Our dining hall seats 600 at a time.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Vacamas Teen Camp is a variety of individualized programs designed to challenge, develop skills and educate teenage campers who are 13 to 17 years old." We offer small, specialized programs with 12 to 24 campers in each group. Our Teen Programs foster independence and provide challenges matched to each teenager's individual interests.
In our Teen Programs, emphasis is placed on enhancing an interest or skill, building a sense of independence, teaching a mature decision-making process and participating in positive community involvement.
All of our programs are designed to assist each teenager in taking the next step in their personal growth and development through a fun, safe, enriching, and challenge- based environment. The Teen Programs are full camp experiences, combining traditional camping activities such as land and water sports, crafts, drama, nature, hiking, cook-outs, and campfires with the special areas of concentration the teenage camper has chosen. All specialized supplies and equipment for each program are provided by Camp Vacamas at no additional cost.
The majority of our Teen Programs are scheduled in 19-day sessions matched to our Junior Camp schedule. Our Theater Program and our Leadership-In-Training Program (LIT) are both six-week sessions.
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE-BASED PROGRAMS Vacamas Teen Camp offers four Outdoor Journey-Based programs tailored to the interests of the adventurous teenager. All of our adventure programs entail developing skills in outdoor living. During an initial week of skill and team-building, campers learn to live and cook in an outdoor environment, set up tents, build campsites and develop their outdoor skills. They then embark on a journey of their choice ranging from Backpacking along the Appalachian Trail, Canoeing the Delaware River passing through New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania, Biking through Pennsylvania Dutch Amish Country, or Novice Rock Climbing in Northwest New Jersey.
All of our adventure programs have Team Leaders who are trained in the specific skills of each journey. Lifeguards accompany the teens on any water-based adventures. One member of each team is certified in American Red Cross CPR and First Aid.
SKILL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS Basketball Skills and Drills: (BSD) is offered to the camper who wants to either develop or perfect his or her ability in basketball. Skill level ranges from beginners to advanced basketball players. At least two hours each day is devoted to learning and improving skill level. The remainder of each day is spent in traditional camp activities.
Exercise, Sports and Nutrition: (ESP&N) The ESP&N Program was created for campers who are interested in developing skills in various areas of sports and concerned about being fit enough to play those sports. At least two hours each day is spent on enhancing skills in several areas of athletic endeavors such as Volleyball, Soccer, Softball, and other team sports from around the world. The teens are also involved In Nutrition seminars and given healthy cooking lessons in their own teaching kitchen.
Healthy Lifestyles: Our Healthy Lifestyles Program is designed for the teen who is struggling with weight management. In today's society the educational and medical communities are concerned about the rise of Obesity during the childhood years. Healthy Lifestyles is dedicated to teaching overweight teens to control their own environment to produce and maintain a healthy weight. This is done through appropriate exercise designed by our certified fitness trainer and through cooking classes, healthy shopping expeditions with tutorials and seminars on proper nutrition.
The traditional camp program is modified to meet the needs of the child who may struggle with extremely rigorous activities.
Performing Arts: The Theater Program is a performing arts program designed for the teenager whose interest lies in the entire range of creating, producing and performing in a live production. We focus on musicals to show case the teen's talents in vocal, acting and dance. This is a six-week program. The time at Camp includes preparing for a major presentation, as well as participating in traditional camp activities. All participants are taught about all aspects of creating a performance including building sets, creating props, designing costumes, as well as the acting, dancing, singing and choreographing the entire production.
At the culmination of the six-week program, the production is presented to the entire camp in the Leonard Franklin Theater, which has professional staging, sound systems and lighting. The families of each of the participants are invited to see the final production.
Culinary Arts: The Culinary Arts Program is designed for the teenager whose interest lies in the whole range of culinary skills. We will host cook offs and bake offs and will create our own Vacamas Chef Game Show. It will entail preparing existing recipes to creating their own creations in a professional commercial kitchen with all the restaurant equipment. The program will showcase their newly learned skills with the serving of a full course meal prepared for specifically invited guests.
Life Guard Training: The LGT Program is designed for the 15 who is a strong swimmer. It is a 3 week experience that incorporates traditional Teen camp activities with 2 hours a day of training which includes lifesaving, CPR and First Aid. It gives the young person a marketable skill which enables them to work after school or in the summers at facilities that employ certified lifeguards.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: LIT Program. Leadership in Training (LIT) the program is offered to the Teen who will be 16 by the end of the current calendar year. The Program is intended for the adolescent who is interested in working in a camp environment in several different areas. Workshop topics include general childcare, camp programming, leadership skills, positive communication and reinforcement, dealing with behavior problems, creating a positive and healthy group, and developing and running specialty areas.
After completion of the initial orientation, workshops and team-building activities, the LIT spends four hours per day assigned to different areas of camp under the tutelage of an experienced staff member. A portion of their time is spent on community service projects, such as a Camp construction project, or at service learning off camp site such as Habitat for Humanity.
The LIT Program is a very selective program. In order to be accepted into this group, the participants must have three recommendations from their high school staff or former employers. After successfully completing this program, the LIT may be offered a position as a salaried Junior Staff member for the following summer.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Some are available on request
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session 1 June 28th-July 9th Session 2 July 12th - July 30th Session 3 August 2nd - August 20th Each child's fee is set individually, taking into account family income and size and using our sliding fee scale. We strive to make summer camp safe, fun and affordable for all.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Jobs available:
Counselor
Lifeguard
Arts Specialist
Education Specialist
Kitchen Staff
Housekeeping
Maintenance
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Vacamas
Visit Our Science Camp at Liberty Science Center Website
201-253-1380
sciencecamp[AT]lsc.org
222 Jersey City Blvd
Liberty State Park
Jersey City, New Jersey 07305
CAMPER AGES: Rising 1st through 8th graders
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Weekdays 9 am - 4 pm with before and after care available.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Science Camp at LSC is a full-day summer program for children entering grades 1 through 8 excited about exploring the world of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics).
Discounts available.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Computers, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, and more. Sailing
CAMP LOCATION: Adjacent to the NJ Turnpike at Exit 14C just before the Holland Tunnel. Ideal for NJ residents commuting to NYC. Also accessible by light rail.
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CAMP FACILITIES: NJ's largest and most visited cultural institution. Large, modern building with lots of space indoors and out. Home to the Jennifer Chalsty Planetarium, the biggest planetarium in the western hemisphere.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We offer fun hands-on, inquiry based courses in various disciplines of STEM. Children are encouraged to explore, ask questions, collaborate, design and test different ideas and concepts. Our knowledgeable and supportive STEM educators lead campers through week long explorations using real-world science and technology skills and tools. Each session concludes with a Friday afternoon showcase for family and friends.
Course Levels & Topics Include:
Explorer Level (entering grade 1) – Coding, the laws of motion, chemistry
Scientist Level (entering grades 2 – 3) – Robotics, flight, wizardry
Innovator Level (entering grades 4 – 5) – Astronomy, animals, robotics
Visionary Level (entering grades 6 – 8) – Sailing, virtual reality, rollercoasters
See all the details at Our Camp Website Link: www.LSC.org.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Every Friday family and friends are invited watch their children shine as they demonstrate their new skills and inventions at our family showcase.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Security staff are all trained first responders; and we are located just over a mile from a top-ranked hospital.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Weeks of camp: July 8-12, July 15-19, July 22-26, July 29-Aug 2, Aug 5-9, Aug 12-16, Aug 19-23
Camp runs Monday through Friday; Camp hours are 9:00 am to 4:00 pm; Before and After Care available for additional fee
More information see -- Our Camp Website Link: lsc.org
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Science Camp at Liberty Science Center
Visit Our Musical Theater Camp Website
973-252-5043
aweathers[AT]faithcenterarts.org
180 Route 15 North
Wharton, New Jersey 07885
CAMPER AGES: Junior and Senior High
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Intensive 2 week summer musical theater camp in North Jersey. In addition to play rehearsals and performances, each student will receive instruction in the various aspects of drama production including: acting, choreography, singing, set design, sound and lighting, and producing/directing.
Each student will also attend master classes and Q&A sessions with veteran Broadway stage performers!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, and more.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Our performances are held in a fully equipped college's performing arts center theater. Accompanying a proscenium stage, the facility offers: dressing rooms, catwalks, a posh lobby, elegant theater style seating, and more.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp Dates: Monday July 25th - Sunday August 7th
Cost: $450.00 Tuition for two week camp plus $25 Audition Fee
More information can be found at fccamps.org.
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Musical Theater Camp
Visit Our Raritan Valley YMCA Camp YOMECA Website
732-257-4114
gstravic[AT]raritanvalleyymca.org
ymcaadmin[AT]raritanvalleyymca.org
144 Tices Lane
East Brunswick, New Jersey 08816
CAMPER AGES: 3-14
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): YMCA
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Raritan Valley YMCA's Camp Yomeca is a summer day camp in the great tradition of the YMCA. Located at the Y in East Brunswick, activities include weekly trips, swimming and swim lessons, arts & crafts, Sports & games, nature, special events and all the traditional camp activities that help make summer the best time in a kid's life!
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: inclusion opportunities
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Team Sports, Science, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Our Website Contains Info & Dates For Our Specialty Camps (Tennis Camp, Soccer Camp, Arts Camp, Etc.) As Well As All Other Day Camp Offerings.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located at the YMCA on 144 Tices Lane in East Brunswick, NJ 08816 between Route 18 and Ryders Lane. This is very near the exits for routes 1, 130 and the NJ Turnpike.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Our facility includes large playgrounds for ages 3-10, indoor and outdoor basketball, outdoor nature center, picnic grove, and field space. There is an archery range and sand volleyball court on the grounds. Camp includes access to the large aquatics facility at Crystal Springs and YMCA outdoor pool on site.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: *ACA accredited camp!* At the YMCA, we’re for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. We believe the camp experience should provide children with an opportunity to make new friends, learn new skills, develop their character and build their self esteem, while feeling safe and accepted.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: 7The YMCA has a counselor in training program that is designed to help participants learn to work with children through team building, specific training sessions, leadership training workshops, hands on experiences, and group work. CIT sessions fro 2015 are:
June 26-July 21
July 31-August 25
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid is provided through the YMCA Strong Kids Campaign, Perform Care, and state childcare contracts.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): The YMCA has family membership opportunities that involve the family in regular program, wellness, and special events.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Our 144 Tices Lane, East Brunswick facility has a state-of-the-art fitness center, offering membership and wellness programs including personal training and group exercise classes. A state-licensed child care facility, we provide child care and youth programs in the great tradition of the YMCA, including: preschool, after school care and school age child care, infant and toddler day care, swim lessons, swim team, youth sports, and more. Outdoor facilities include a picnic grove, playgrounds, field space, and outdoor teaching pool.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Call 732-257-4114 for an opportunity to meet the camp director. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.raritanvalleyymca.org for camp open house dates.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Register by the week:
June 19 - September 1, 2017
$275 per 1 week session 7:30am-6:30pm ages 3-5
$310 per 1 week session 7:30am-6:30pm grades K-7
$330 per 1 week session 7:30am-6:30pm grades 6-8
$630 per 4 week session 7:30am-6:30pm grades 9-10 for counselor in training program
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Raritan Valley Y is looking for camp counselors and program specialists for our 2017 summer camp season. Applicants should be dependable, patient, mature, honest, and positive, and should be ready for a fun experience working with kids. Interested applicants should contact bdempsey[AT]raritanvalleyymca.org or send resume to Raritan Valley YMCA, 144 Tices Lane, East Brunswick, NJ 08816, ATTN: Brenda Dempsey.
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Raritan Valley YMCA Camp YOMECA
Visit Our Girls Leadership Summer Camps Website
1-866-744-9102
Overnight 866.744.9102 x2
Day Camps 866.744.9102 x4
dorothy[AT]girlsleadership.org
info[AT]girlsleadership.org
Cate School
1960 Cate Mesa Road
Carpinteria, California 93013
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
California
Colorado
New Jersey
New York
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
Girls Leadership
111 Myrtle Street
Suite 101
Oakland, CA, 94607
1-866-744-9102
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: Overnight: Grades 6-12. Day Camps Grades 4-5
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Overnight is 10 or 15 days. Day Camps are One Week 9am - 3.30 PM
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: A Summer Camp Like No Other
Founded in 2001, our Summer Program combines the best of traditional summer camp with something no other camp offers: workshops that equip girls with the skills to exercise the power of their voice.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Waterfront/Aquatics, Academics, and more. Girls Leadership.
CAMP LOCATION: GIRLS LEADERSHIP SUMMER OVERNIGHT PROGRAM:
Cate School
1960 Cate Mesa Road Carpinteria, California 93013
Visit GirlsLeadership.org/Summer
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CAMP FACILITIES: Nestled on the beautiful Cate School campus in Carpinteria, CA, 11 miles from Santa Barbara our Summer Program combines the best of traditional summer camp – amazing friendships, fun games and evening activities, a powerhouse team of extraordinary staff – with something no other camp offers: fun, life-changing workshops that equip girls with the skills to exercise the power of their voice.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: WHAT’S THE GIRLS LEADERSHIP SPECIAL SAUCE?
Professional & Crazy Fun Staff — Our Educators teach for us all year round. They live and breathe our renowned curriculum, and they’ve been practicing our trademark camp games for years, so they are more than ready to rumble.
Summer Program Director Cora Garner is an American Camp Association Member. She came to us after working at Cornell University, Stanford University, and most recently the University of California, Berkeley. Through her work in Higher Education, she has developed and taught courses that focus on identity and community development.
At Girls Leadership we want you to be true-to-you. Every day starts with community games. Our theatre-based workshops focus on developing personal and societal leadership, such as how to ask for what you need. In these sessions girls practice new tools for speaking up for themselves and for others.
We also create beautiful art projects, stay active outside, and always have a spirit theme for the day. These activities are designed to encourage girls to embrace who they are, reflect on what they believe, and give them an opportunity to express themselves creatively.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: A Certificate Program for Young Women Leaders
-- Interested in learning some valuable professional skills and receiving a formal certificate to supplement your future college admissions applications all while experiencing the best summer experience of your life?
-- Do you value connection, relationships, growth, and learning? Do you have a special place in your heart for young or first-time summer program attendees?
-- Are you a two-time (or more) Girls Leadership Summer Program Grade 9-11 alumnae?
If so, we would like to invite you to apply to Girls Leadership’s Counselor in Training (CIT) program
Visit Our Camp Website Link: girlsleadership.org
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial Aid available for all camps.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For complete info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: girlsleadership.org
GIRLS LEADERSHIP SUMMER OVERNIGHT PROGRAM:
Location:
The Cate School
1960 Cate Mesa Road
Carpinteria, California 93013
Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.GirlsLeadership.org
Rising Grades 6-8
June 30-July 14 (15 days, 14 nights)
July 17- July 26 (10 days, 9 nights)
Rising Grades 9-12
July 29-August 12 (15 days, 14 nights)
GIRLS LEADERSHIP DAY CAMPS: Dates TBD
CALIFORNIA
1) Palo Alto Summer Day Camp for Girls Entering Grades 4-5 in Fall 2018
2) Berkeley Summer Day Camp for Girls Entering Grades 4-5 in Fall 2018
3) San Francisco Summer Day Camp for Girls Entering Grades 4-5 in Fall 2018
COLORADO
1) Denver Summer Day Camp for Girls Entering Grades 4-5 in Fall 2018
2) Boulder Summer Day Camp for Girls Entering Grades 4-5 in Fall 2018
3) Denver Summer Day Camp for Girls Entering Grades 4-5 in Fall 2018
NEW JERSEY
1) Montclair Summer Day Camp for Girls Entering Grades 4-5 in Fall 2018
2) Summit Summer Day Camp for Girls Entering Grades 4-5 in Fall 2018
Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: girlsleadership.org.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Girls Leadership is looking to build the next residential Summer Program Dream Team to join us on the campus of beautiful Cate School located in Carpinteria, California, with nearly 200 rising 6-12th grade girls over 8 fun-filled weeks!!
To view our job descriptions and application steps for the Summer Program positions on our website click here: Our Camp Website Link: girlsleadership.org
Summer Program 2018 Openings:
Director of Residential Life and Wellness (1 position)
Director of Curriculum (1 position)
Director of Operations (1 position)
Resident Director (1 position)
Office Manager (1 position)
Health Manager (2 positions)
Guidance Counselor (1 position)
Residential Counselor (4 positions)
Residential Teaching Counselor (5 positions)
Teaching Counselor (5 positions)
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Girls Leadership Summer Camps
Visit Our Liberty Lake Day Camp Website
609.499.7820
fun[AT]libertylakedaycamp.com
1195 Florence Columbus Rd.
Bordentown, NJ 08505
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: 4 - 15
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Liberty Lake does exceptionally well with campers with special needs.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Gymnastics, Cheerleading, Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Golf, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Team Sports, Computers, Science, Technology, Academics, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Over 60 Wide-ranging Activities.
CAMP LOCATION: Liberty Lake is located just seconds off Route 295, exit 52A, 20 minutes south of Princeton, and 20 minutes north of Cherry Hill. Other local roadways close by include Routes 206, 130, 537, 195 and the NJ Turnpike (exit 7).
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CAMP FACILITIES: 60 Acres, two 80 foot swimming pools, 5 Acre Lake, High Ropes Adventure Course, Athletic Fields, Lakeside Amphitheater, Bike and Nature Trails, and so much more!
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Liberty Lake does exceptionally well with special needs campers: Our Camp Website Link: www.libertylakedaycamp.com
Liberty Lake only hires the best and the brightest staff: Our Camp Website Link: www.libertylakedaycamp.com
The Liberty Lake "Freedom of Choice" Elective Program gives campers the opportunity to customize their weekly schedules with over 60 wide-ranging activities: Our Camp Website Link: www.libertylakedaycamp.com
Liberty Lake Day Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership program.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: There are many discounts and payment options
OTHER CAMP INFO: Liberty Lake teaches LIFE SKILLS and inspires children to change the world! Liberty Lake Day Camp is a truly transformative experience- As physical, emotional, social and intellectual skills are developed within a warm, caring and supportive Camp Community.
Liberty Lake is the magical summer home for hundreds of children ages 4 to 15 (and staff ages 16+) to expand their talents, make new friends, and develop the life skills needed to be successful in the 21st century. We provide children the opportunity to have the greatest summer experience imaginable.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Liberty Lake offers 2-10 week sessions, starting mid-June, through mid-August. Specific dates and rates are available online at: Our Camp Website Link: www.libertylakedaycamp.com There are many discounts and payment options, as well as a uniquely generous "no-risk refund policy"
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Liberty Lake Day Camp
Visit Our Camp Riverbend Website
908-580-2267 (CAMP)
info[AT]campriverbend.com
116 Hillcrest Rd
Warren, New Jersey 07059
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
116 Hillcrest Rd., Warren NJ 07059
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: 3-14
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Riverbend—where the fun never ends!
Fun, camp spirit and achievement through sports, crafts, swimming, nature and more! Join the Breene family for a summer of “confidence, not competition!” Door to door transportation from towns in Essex, Union, Morris counties. Bus stops in Hoboken and downtown Jersey City. New for 2017: lunch included!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Martial Arts, Team Sports, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Lacrosse, Archery, Canoeing, High Ropes/challenge
CAMP LOCATION: 30 acres along the Passaic River near Berkeley Heights NJ.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Riverbend's 30 acres include multiple fields and courts for sports activities, art, craft and cooking studios, extensive high ropes challenge course, canoeing on the Passaic River, 4 heated swimming pools for lessons and free swim time, open air theater, extensive playground equipment and indoor space for all campers on rainy days.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: At Camp Riverbend Day Camp, your child can experience the most memorable summer ever—in a safe, nurturing and caring environment dedicated to growth, friendship and fun! A full range of sports, crafts, swimming, nature and more! At Riverbend, we applaud effort and enthusiasm, fun and camaraderie and camp spirit. The Breene Family welcomes you to our camp family!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
7 weeks June 26 - August 11, 2017. Minimum enrollment 2 consecutive weeks. Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.campriverbend.com for tuition rates.
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Visit Our Little Ballerina Show Camp and Jazzy Bugs Show Camp Website
908-236-8133
1245
Route 22 East
Lebanon, New Jersey 08833
MOST RECENT UPDATE:
More than 6 months ago. Contact camp for the latest 2025 camp info.
CAMPER AGES: 3 - 8 years old
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, and more.
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CAMP FACILITIES: We are located at the Broadway Bound Dance Center
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Ballerina Show Camp
An introduction to the world of ballet, students will learn basic ballet along with creative movement, stories and a dance. The Last class they will perform for you with the costumes they have created with props!
Jazzy Bugs Show Camp
An introduction to jazz/hip hop will be taught to these beginner students. Warm-ups, isolations, dance games and creative movement. The Last class they will perform for you with costumes and a prop created by the class.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Ballerina Show Camp 3-5 yrs. July 8-11
Jazzy Bugs Show Camp 6-8 July 15-18
Refer to website for more information
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Little Ballerina Show Camp and Jazzy Bugs Show Camp
Visit Our Neil Klatskin Day Camp Website
201-567-8963
nkdc[AT]jccotp.org
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Avenue
Tenafly, New Jersey 07670
CAMPER AGES: ages 3 through entering 2nd Grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. weekdays 9-4, shorter days available for younger campers
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Jewish.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: NKDC offers children 3-7 years old a summer of adventure and non-stop fun. Our beautiful 21 acre campus in Tenafly provides the perfect backdrop for your camper to enjoy the outdoors, learn new skills, make new friends and explore their personal interests.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Our Tikvah program is designed to meet the special needs of children and adolescents between the ages of 5 and 15 who have been classified with mild neurological and/or perceptual impairment. All prospective campers must be interviewed to determine if the Tikvah program can meet their individual needs and that an appropriate group placement is available. Special attention is given to each camper in order to ensure a summer of enjoyment and learning. Group sizes range from three to six campers, staffed by a minimum of two caring and qualified counselors.
Mainstreaming available in our Inclusion Program as well.
Please call 201.567.8963 for more information or to schedule an intake.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Football, Baseball, Weightloss, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Martial Arts, Adventure, and more. Music, Nature, Yoga, Arts & Crafts, Ceramics, Challenge Course, Shabbat Celebrations, & Special Event Entertainers.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located approximately 6 miles North of the George Washington Bridge and New York City. We offer transportation from NJ and Manhattan for an additional fee.
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CAMP FACILITIES: 3 outdoor pools, 2 indoor pools, water park, boys and girls locker rooms, sports fields and courts, wooded areas for hiking/nature, 4 outdoor pavilions for sheltered activities, air conditioned classrooms, 4 gymnasiums
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Neil Klatskin Day Camp at the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades is a place for a child to have fun while growing and maturing through his or her interaction with others. We create a "communal group" where campers and staff participate together. Camp provides experiences that challenge the body, mind and imagination of each individual. Cooperation and communication within a highly supervised group setting ensures the most meaningful and exciting camp experience for each child. It is also at the Neil Klatskin Day Camp that children strengthen their Jewish identity. Staff members consider themselves partners in helping children increase their self-awareness, self-esteem and positive attitude toward adapting to the ever-changing world around us. Neil Klatskin Day Camp invites staff and campers to share in a warm, accepting and positive manner and to maintain our high standards and goals. Please visit our website to read about all of our programs at Our Camp Website Link: www.jccotp.org.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CIT (Counselor-In-Training) Program For Teens Entering 10th Grade 9 am-4 pm (8 weeks) Participants in the CIT Program have the opportunity to develop the skills and experience they need to become camp counselors in summers to come. CIT's participate in special sessions on group dynamics, Jewish programming and leadership training. They develop a close group made up of other teens in leadership capacities and receive support, assistance and guidance throughout the camp season. CIT’s assist counselors with campers in each of our programs which enables them to learn about working with children of all ages. Lunch is included in the fee, and transportation is available.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial Aid is available for both camp and JCC membership. Please contact the camp office at 201-567-8963 for an application.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Lunch and snacks, towel service, trips, group photo, camp t-shirts, backpack, water bottle, and weekly challah bread are all included. Call for more information. 201-567-8963
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Neil Klatskin Day Camp is seeking to fill the following positions for summer 2018:
Lifeguards (Red Cross Certified)
Head Counselors (certified educators only)
Sports Staff (including Physical education teachers)
Senior Counselors (current college students)
Experience and a love of working with children ages 3-7. Must be available for the full 8 weeks of camp (June 25th-August 17th) and for staff orientation before camp.
Please contact Melissa Peters at mpeters[AT]jccotp.org with interest. For a staff application and info about NKDC, visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.jccotp.org and click on "Work [AT] Camp".
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Visit Our Summit Camp & Travel Website
(973) 732-3230, (570) 253-4381
leahl[AT]summitcamp.com
info[AT]summitcamp.com
168 Duck Harbor Road
Honesdale, Pennsylvania 18341
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Weekend Programs in NY, NJ, CT, (NY Metro), DC, VA, (DC Metro Area), PA
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
322 Route 46 West Suite 210 Parsippany, NJ 07054
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Summit Camp & Travel Video
CAMPER AGES: 8-19
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Summer, Weekender, Teen Travel
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Our dining facilities are Kosher. We are accepting of all faiths. Summit is an ACA accredited program.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Summit Camp & Travel is an awesome experience for our kids to enjoy camp, teen travel, and weekend retreats in a supportive environment that 'gets' them. Our kids march to the beat of their own drum, and when those drums come together, they create what we call "The Magic on the Hill"!
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Summit Camp & Travel provides traditional recreational programs for youth aged 8-19 years with needs such as AD/HD, Asperger's/HFA, learning differences, and/or mild emotional challenges.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Gymnastics, Basketball, Football, Baseball, Weightloss, Soccer, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Martial Arts, Team Sports, Computers, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Trampolining, Nature Program/Small Farm/Gardening, Swim Instruction, "Glee" Choir & Dance Program, Independence (Executive Function/ Independent Living Skills) Course, Tribes Social Skills Program, Banana Boating, Activities In Daily Living (Cooking, Budgeting, Etc), Jewelry Making, Ceramics, Woodshop, Karate/Martial Arts, GAGA, Go-Karting, & Archery.
CAMP LOCATION: Summit is located approximately 3 hours from New York City in the far Northeast corner of Pennsylvania (45 miles northeast of Scranton, PA), in the lovely rural setting of Honesdale, Pennsylvania.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Summit has approx. 30 traditional wooden cabins with electric and private facilities in each cabin. Our main buildings include our newly refinished dining hall, air-conditioned recreational hall, our medical facility, and a newly built outdoor pavilion. Summit utilizes three A frame buildings for our arts programs, a wilderness treehouse with camp fire area for cookouts, newly resurfaced basketball/tennis courts, high/low ropes course with climbing wall, heated pool, private lake, nature fields with a farm area, martial arts dojo, go-kart track with 3 karts. Summit has a small amphitheatre adjacent to our lake, with a miraculous view of our beautiful setting where we enjoy swimming, canoeing, and riding our banana boats. Our camp resides on a gently rising hillside, thus providing us with the physical basis for our motto, "The Magic on the Hill."
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Summit Camp is a co-ed sleepaway camp for ages 8-19 years with issues of attention: AD/HD, HFA/Asperger’s Disorder, and/or learning differences. Using the frame of a traditional sleepaway camp, we create platforms of success where our campers can experience outcomes such as improved self-esteem, lasting friendships, and increased independence. This is accomplished through a well-orchestrated and expertly staffed backdrop to a largely traditional camp experience- guided challenges, waterfront, adventure course, and more. It is our goal and desire to take our campers from observing peer interactions to engaging in them, to learn and celebrate their own strengths and successes, and to feel a sense of belonging and shared community with those around them while they are with us.
Our Teen Travel program extends the Summit community to provide a safe yet exciting adventure to one of our many attractive national and international destination tours offering 14 day and 19 day excursions. Summit Weekenders provide a youth-group style social retreat for adolescents to have an oasis of independence, enjoyment, and success during the school year months. Regardless of the specific program, Summit provides an expertly staffed, highly structured, and truly fun experience for our youth, and has been doing so since 1969. Summit is accredited by the American Camp Association and takes pride in our long term commitment to and successes in working with special needs youth.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our Transitions to Adult Living Skills program for youth aged 15-19 provides learning and vocational opportunities for our teens. We also have vocational programs for upper camp including, big brother/big sister, waiter/waitressing, working in a specialty area or as UL assistant, photography, and more. Our SUPER TEEN program focuses on building the executive function and daily living skills OUR kids needs to succeed as independently as possible.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Summit provides weekender programs in metropolitan areas throughout the country which run from Friday evening until Sunday mid-day that provide an oasis of social involvement for our youth. NY/NJ and DC/VA weekenders meet on a monthly basis.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Summit has the following resident summer staff in addition to our dual layer of counselors and specialists. • Team of senior directorship including a Master's of Education, licensed social worker, counseling psychologist, and school psychologist. • On site Physician and group of RN's for excellent medication management and treatment on site. • Head counselor who has been a proud member of the Summit community since 1983. We pride ourselves on our ongoing support and training of our staff and our phenomenal return rate of excellent seasonal staff who help us orchestrate and bring the magic to our youth year after year.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Ongoing information can be found on our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.summitcamp.com
Travel Tours 2018: Southeast Theme Parks; San Francisco and Hawaii; Disney Alaskan Cruise
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We would love to hear from interested applicants! We are looking for staff 20+ years of age. Counselors have prior experience working with our populations and are looking for a unique opportunity to develop skills and experience in the best setting, with the best supervision, available!
Our specialty teams include waterfront, arts, performing arts, adventure, nature, science, computers, athletics, and go-karting.
We are looking for specialty teachers that have experience leading youth and instructing others in their given area.
Please contact Leah Love, MS, leahl[AT]summitcamp.com, with interest in working for us. You may have never considered a special needs camp program- but let us show you why working for us may be the summer of a lifetime!
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Visit Our Fairview Lake YMCA Camps Website
973-383-9282
fairviewlake[AT]metroymcas.org
1035 Fairview Lake Road
Newton, New Jersey 07860
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Fairview Lake YMCA Camps Video
CAMPER AGES: 6-16
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers. All Boy Campers. All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Fairview Lake YMCA Camps is an accredited sleepaway camp situated on a beautiful lake in NJ, and we're proud to offer an array of options for your child's summer experience. Friendship building, teamwork, independence, learning new skills, and FUN are emphasized all summer long.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Musical Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Soccer, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located about 90 minutes from Midtown Manhattan at the base of the Kittatinny Ridge in Northwest NJ. Our 660-acre property has a 110-acre lake and is next to the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Easy access to the Appalachian Trail and Delaware River. You can check out our virtual tour on our website to see our beautiful and private camp!
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CAMP FACILITIES: With our beautiful lake as the centerpiece, we have various villages of cabins, plus great program lodges, a big dining hall, sports courts and fields, fire rings, 2 waterfronts, and beautiful trails connecting it all together.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Fairview Lake is comprised of five camp types - Traditional Camp, Ranch Camp, ETC, our adventure program, Specialty Camp, and Counselor in Training. We offer coed, boys, and girls programs. Camp sessions are between 1 and 6 weeks long. Our programs were established in 1915, and we have a long history of running safe, kid-focused camps. Our staff comes from all over the country and globe are thoroughly vetted before they are hired, and participate in extensive training before camp starts.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Here at the Y, we believe that every child should have the opportunity to go to camp. Financial assistance is available through an application process. Details can be found on our website.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Throughout the year, Fairview Lake offers many family weekends, adult programs, and group opportunities. We are a year-round facility, and we are Northern NJ's largest outdoor education center!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our first week of camp starts on June 26, 2022. See our website for complete information on session length and pricing. We offer financial assistance for families who might not otherwise be able to afford camp - see our website for more details.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Fairview Lake YMCA Camps is hiring! We have positions available starting as early as MARCH 2022. Our year-round program instructor works with visiting groups, schools, conferences, and families in a variety of program areas. Training is provided. Shared housing, laundry, and meals (when the kitchen is open) are also included.
Sleepaway and day camp positions are also available! See a complete list of our open positions at Our Camp Website Link: www.fairviewlakeymca.orgÂ
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Fairview Lake YMCA Camps
Visit Our Baptist Camp Lebanon Website
908-236-2638
dsmith[AT]camplebanon.com
79 Blossom Hill Road
Lebanon, New Jersey 08833
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Baptist Camp Lebanon Video
CAMPER AGES: Completing 1st grade to 12th grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Summer camp, leadership program
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Music/Band, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Swimming, Sailing, and more. Archery, Too.
CAMP LOCATION: Located 45 miles West of New York City and 50 miles North of Philadelphia. Directions can be found on our web-site and check out some of our videos.
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CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: A three week leadership camp runs from July 13 to August 2, 2014. The third week is spent as an assistant to a counselor.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Limited scholarships are available
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Buildings are available for rent by non-profit groups from September to June. We have a building for groups as small as 5 and as large as 150.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please see the web-site under "Summer Camps" page for dates and pricing. Please call or email to receive a brochure.
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Baptist Camp Lebanon
Visit Our RMC Studios Website
(770) 710-9166
(908) 280-0398
lrobbins[AT]rmcstudios.com
207 Center Street
Garwood, New Jersey 07027
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: 7-16
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Tuesdays through Thursdays, 10am-1pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: RMC Studios is offering music camps for students of all ages and skill levels! Learn how to play in a band and how to play new instruments in our Rockshop Camp! Work with an instructor and write a song, record it and get it up on Spotify now in our Songwriting & Recording Camp!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Music/Band, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in Garwood, NJ right on center street across from the Post Office.
CAMP FACILITIES: We will be hosting our camps at our school which is also a state-of-the-art recording studio equipped with the most professional recording gear on the East Coast!
Students will also get to rock out outside in our huge outdoor staging area. Get the feel of performing at an epic outdoor festival!
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Improve your singing in our A Cappella Bootcamp and learn how to harmonize with other voices
March to the beat of your own drum in our Drumline camp
Learn how to play your favorite songs Guitar or Ukulele so you can play the summer away!
All of our camps are led by our expert teachers who are active musicians and have years of experience working with students of all ages.
Space is limited, so enroll today! Register before June 1st for discount pricing!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit our website for more information about specific camp dates and times!
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RMC Studios
Visit Our Holiday 2014 Camps - Princeton Dance Website
609 514 1600
princetondance[AT]comcast.net
116 Rockingham Row
Princeton, New Jersey 08540
CAMPER AGES: 5 - 8
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Drop off the children at one of our holiday camps while you Shop, Bake or Wrap. Tuesday, Dec. 16, Frozen Theme Camp 4:00 - 7:00 pm. Tuesday, Dec. 23 Nutcracker Theme Camp 1:00 - 4:00 pm. Each day will include stretch, ballet class, dance related camps, a slice of pizza and a craft project.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, and more.
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CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Your Choice:
Frozen - Tuesday, December 16 4:00 - 7:00 pm $30 per child
Nutcracker - Tuesday, December 23 1:00 - 4:00 pm $30 per child
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Holiday 2014 CampsPrinceton Dance
Visit Our Steve & Kate's Camp Website
415.513.0469
425 Dempster Street
Evanston, Illinois 60201
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
California
Massachusetts
Oregon
Washington
Washington D.C.
New Jersey
New York
Illinois
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
28 Liberty Ship Way, Suite 2815,
Sausalito, CA 94965
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Steve & Kate's Camp Video
CAMPER AGES: 4 years old - 7th grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. M-F: 7:30am - 6pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: At Steve & Kate's, we strive to create an environment where children can explore their passions at their own pace -- from music recording and animation, to sports, sewing, and baking. We believe that when campers are given choice and freedom, they learn on a deeper and more meaningful level, gain confidence, and are genuinely happy! Parents love our flexibility in scheduling, as we offer day passes or membership, and drop-off and pick-up can take place anytime within our hours (7:30am-6pm). Food is included and any unused day passes are automatically refunded at the end of the summer.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Music/Band, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Soccer, Technology, and more.
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CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid is available! Please see our website for more information: Our Camp Website Link: steveandkatescamp.com
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For camp session and fees info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: steveandkatescamp.com.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
For summer job info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: steveandkatescamp.com.
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Steve and Kates Camp
Visit Our Steve and Kate's Camp Website
Ashly.Fishell-Shaffer[AT]steveandkate.com
dc.northwest[AT]steveandkate.com
Locations Nationwide, including Washington International School
1690 36th Street NW
Washington, Washington DC 20007
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
ALL SUMMER 2022 CAMP LOCATIONS
California: LA County
California: Orange County
California: San Francisco
California: SF Bay Area, East
California: SF Bay Area, North
California: SF Bay Area, Peninsula
California: SF Bay Area, South
Colorado
DC / Virginia
Georgia
Illinois
Massachusetts
Minnesota
New Jersey
New York
Oregon
Texas
Washington
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Steve and Kate's Camp Video
CAMPER AGES: 4-12
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Monday-Friday 8:00am-6:00pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: We Trust Kids. So They Trust Themselves.
Since 1980, we've put kids in charge of their own learning experience. At Steve & Kate’s, kids try, fail, and learn on their own. They learn to trust their own judgment, and tackle the challenges of an ever changing world with creativity and confidence. Campers choose minute to minute from a variety of activities including, sewing, stop-motion animation, music, performing arts, makers crafts, bread making, and more. They'll decide what they want to do, and for how long–developing confidence and learning to trust their judgment along the way.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Music/Band, Academics, and more.
▌Read More about Steve and Kate's Camp
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Our Camp Website Link: steveandkatescamp.com
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Visit Our Tall Pines Day Camp Website
856-262-3900
buffy[AT]tallpinesdaycamp.com
fun[AT]tallpinesdaycamp.com
1349 Sykesville Road
Willilamstown, New Jersey 08094
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Tall Pines Day Camp Video
CAMPER AGES: 3-14
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: We are a nut free facility.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Gymnastics, Basketball, Football, Baseball, Soccer, Golf, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, and more. Horseback Riding, Music Lessons With School Of Rock - Includes Drums, Guitar, Keyboard & Vocals, Theatre Program - Annual Camp Show.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in south Jersey between Philadelphia and the Jersey Shore
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CAMP FACILITIES:
Activities run the gamut from sports, crafts, performing arts, music and horseback riding. Campers participate in swim lessons, nature and our favorite Gaga! Our camps sits on 66 acres and has 45,000 sq. of air-conditioned buildings. Tall Pines is accredited by the ACA and is state certified.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Campers are grouped by age and gender and are closely supervised. Junior Camp, ages 3 – 6, are placed in small groups and led through pre-set activities. Middle Campers, 7-9, and Senior Campers, 10-12, participate in an elective program in addition to their regular schedule.
Our Counselor-In-Training (CIT) Program, ages 13-14, have the best of both worlds, since they get to be campers half the day and train for staff positions the other half. They also go on weekly trips to places like Great Adventure and Dorney Park. As an option, the CITs can travel with our Teens on Wheels Program. CITs can become staffers after finishing ninth grade.
There is something for everyone at Tall Pines. Activities run the gamut from sports, crafts and performing and music arts. Over 800 campers participate in horseback riding, swim lessons, nature, X-Box game room, and our favorite Gaga! NEW this year our 50’ high zip tower with twin 700 ft. zip lines! Our camp sits on 66 acres and has 45,000 sq. ft. of air-conditioned buildings. Tall Pines accredited by the American Camp Association and is state certified.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CIT program for 7th and 8th Graders: Weekly trips, Weekend getaway Trip, 1/2 day with peers 1/2 with bunks training to be counselor.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): 8 weeks
June 24-August 15, 2014
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
8 Weeks
June 23-August 15, 2014
Min 3 weeks
$2300-$4700
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Visit Our NJPAC Summer Programs 2018 Website
973-353-7058
artseducation[AT]njpac.org
24 Rector Street
Newark, New Jersey 07102
CAMPER AGES: 10-25
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Immerse yourself in the arts. Strengthen your skills, cultivate your passion. NJPAC is excited to announced our 2018 Arts Education Summer Programs featuring a wide range of opportunities to inspire your creativity. Ranging from two to five weeks, most programs take place Monday through Friday from 9am to 3:30pm at NJPAC's Center for Arts Education. To enroll now or for more information, call 973-353-7058 or email artseducation[AT]njpac.org.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located 15 miles from Manhattan, NY in the Downtown Business District of Newark, NJ in Essex County, NJ.
▌Read More about NJPAC Summer Programs 2018
CAMP FACILITIES: NJPAC is a world-class and community-based cultural venue. The NJPAC Arts Education building holds classrooms, piano lab, Mac lab, Auditorium, Horizon Black Box Theater, two dance studios and single practice rooms.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: young artist summer intensive
Dance • Devised Theater • Musical Theater
NJPAC faculty members provide a positive and nurturing learning environment for students to develop their inner artist. Every division of the Young Artist Summer Intensive builds skills in the performing arts and gives students the opportunity to express themselves and create.
Apprentice Division
Ages: 10 - 16
Session One: July 9 - 20
Session Two: July 23 - August 3
Times: 9AM - 3:30PM
Tuition: $650 per session
Apprentice is an introductory program in which young artists with little or no experience explore voice, dance and devised theater.
Artisan Division**
Ages: 12 - 18
Dates: July 9 - August 3
Times: 9AM - 3:30PM
Tuition: $1,100
In Artisan, emerging artists study voice, dance and devised theater and begin to develop a performing arts portfolio.
Advanced Division**
Ages: 12 - 18
Dates: June 25 - July 27
Times: 9AM - 4PM
Tuition: $1,250
In the Advanced program, students dedicated to the performing arts, hone skills and build self-confidence in one discipline: dance, devised theater or musical theater.
**Audition required. Audition dates are March 17, 2018 and April 28, 2018. Students must be registered in order to audition.
all female jazz residency
Regina Carter, Artistic Director
Young women find inspiration and build community in this one-week jazz immersion program. Students refine their instrumental or vocal skills and work side-by-side with respected jazz musicians. The program includes individual lessons, small ensemble work, industry panel discussions, and field trips to landmark jazz institutions before culminating in a student showcase.
OVERNIGHT RESIDENCY AT RUTGERS
UNIVERSITY-NEWARK
Ages: 14 - 25
Dates: July 8 - 14
Tuition: $1,400 for on campus residents;
$1,050 for commuters
hip hop intensive
As a community, students discover how to reimagine their world and express themselves using fundamental hip-hop cultural practices and artmaking. Students learn beatmaking (DJ, production, beatboxing); movement (break dance, classic hip-hop dance, today's trends and choreography); MCing (rap and spoken word), and visual arts (graffiti, wearable art and mural design) from ambassadors, entertainers and preservers of the culture!
Ages: 10 - 18
Dates: June 25 - July 20
Times: 9AM - 3:30PM
Tuition: $850
jazz r&b intensive
Explore the creativity and vibrancy of Latin, Classic Jazz and R&B. This intensive will enrich your repertoire with different methods of musicianship, ensemble work, listening, imporvisation and performance. NJPAC's Jazz Faculty of professional musicians will guide you through a cultrual journey and take your vocal, instrumental and songwriting skills to the next level.
Ages: 12-18
Dates: June 25 - July 6
Times: 9AM - 4PM
Tuition: $500
NJPAC filmmakers
In collaboration with Downtown Community TV, the NJPAC Filmmakers is a intensive filmmaking arts training program. Through summer classes, students will learn the fundamentals of filmmaking with an emphasis on creating their own original films. While creating films, students will attain artistic and technical skills in camera, audio, and editing programs; practice the art of storytelling using design, lighting, sound and image; create documentaries, music videos, and/or public service announcements. The program also helps students attain skills in media literacy and analysis; view and deconstruct films in round table discussions with media professionals. The program will host an end-of-the-summer film sharing where students will showcase their work.
Ages: 13-18
Dates: July 23 - August 3
Times: 9AM - 3:30PM
Tuition: $570
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: At the NJPAC Center for Arts Education, we provide scholarship opportunities for students who because of financial limitations are unable to participate in our performing arts programs.
Arts Training scholarship opportunities come in the form of full and partial scholarships to our tuition-based programs. A limited amount of scholarships are available each year to those who meet the requirements. No student is turned away from our programs because of their inability to pay.
For more information visit: Scholarship/Financial aid information is available at Our Camp Website Link: www.njpac.org
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.njpac.org for more information.
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NJPAC Summer Programs 2018
Visit Our Morris Regional Performing Arts Company Summer Programs Website
harry.fahrer[AT]morrisregionalpac.org
50 Knoll Drive
Rockaway, New Jersey 07866
CAMPER AGES: 13-20
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. July 15-27 Weekdays Summer Spotlight Series 9:00-2:00, Production 3:30-8:00
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: This year, we are offering two opportunities. The Summer Spotlight Series, which entails one on one instruction and master classes in all practicalities of theatre with an emphasis on preparing individual actors for the industry, including monologue and solo musical theatre work, dance, and technical theatre. We will also be producing a full play, Clue! You may choose to be in either program or join us for both for a discount!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Our camp is based out of Morris Knolls High School located in Rockaway, NJ.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Morris Knolls boasts a high end black box theatre and dance studio along with a high capacity auditorium for our performances.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Founded in 2022, the Morris Regional Performing Arts Company prides itself on a singular goal: shining a spotlight on tomorrow's stars. Built by performing arts educators, Morris Regional PAC strives to provide supplemental performing arts education to students in Morris County, New Jersey, and the surrounding areas.
Aware of the growing need for a comprehensive performing arts education, MRPAC is built uniquely around the goal of providing a well-rounded educational opportunity to its students. MRPAC, and its founding members, believes in an inclusive approach to training the next generation. At MRPAC, we value the opportunity to put students on stage as much as possible, allowing them to develop and hone their craft in real-time. Students who study at MRPAC are guaranteed individualized instruction within the context of large scale performances.
Our team of professionals represents a diverse and comprehensive background of skillsets. The MRPAC has been constructed by certified educators, and includes a broad background of industry experience. With multi-disciplinary training, our staff includes professional actors, musicians, dancers, stage managers, and technical professionals.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Both the Summer Spotlight Series and the production of Clue will run from July 15-26, with performances on the evenings of July 26 and 27. The Summer Spotlight Series will meet weekdays from 9:00-2:00 and rehearsals for Clue will meet from 3:30-8:00.
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Morris Regional Performing Arts Company Summer Programs
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