Best New Jersey Basketball Camps Summer 2025 Directory

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

CAMP FACILITIES: We have basketball courts and soccer fields at every school location, and golf courses and tennis courts and both country club locations.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have a large field and a gym. We also have air-conditioned classrooms for indoor games and chalk-talk character discussions.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The goal of Fundamentals is to provide quality sports education to young children. At Fundamentals, children spend most of the day learning the skills and concepts of a variety of sports and games. However, it is the sports curriculum "off the field" that sets our camp apart from other sports day camps. Informal discussions on sports current events, character building, sportsmanship and choosing role models are held daily. Fundamentals teaches children the values of teamwork and commitment which are the essential elements of success in sports, as well as in life. Learning these lessons in a friendly, encouraging atmosphere through sports and games makes learning them FUN. This is what sports should be about! This is what Fundamentals Sports Camp is about!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website and registration site for complete information.

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.  Must be 18+ and have completed one year of college or other post-high school experience. See "Staff Information" on our website.

CAMP FACILITIES: Each camp location has indoor facilities (gym, classrooms, auditorium), a pool, sports fields. Some have tennis courts and more.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: MINI CAMP
For Boys & Girls
AGE 3
A fun-filled first camp experience
for 3 year-old campers!

DAY CAMP
For Boys & Girls
AGES 4-8
Pure fun! Activities include: swimming, art, sports, science, music/drama and more!

SPORTS CAMP
For Boys & Girls
AGES 6-14
The finest multi-sports experience featuring baseball, soccer, basketball, hockey, lacrosse and more!

SENIOR CAMP
For Boys & Girls
AGES 9-15
For campers interested in new challenges and adventures!

MAJOR CAMPS
For Boys & Girls
Gr K-10
Unique specialty camps in Science, Technology, Design, Business and the Arts.

TENNIS CAMPS
Single-Sport Camps 1-9 weeks
For Boys & Girls
AGES 6-14
Designed for beginner, intermediate and advanced players.
Full and half day options.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Bronx, NY at The Riverdale Country School
Greenwich, CT at Greenwich Academy
Haverford, PA at The Haverford School
Chestnut Hill, PA at Norwood-Fontbonne Academy
Montgomery Springs, PA at Montgomery School
Newtown Square, PA at Episcopal Academy
Tinton Falls, NJ at Ranney School
Lawrenceville, NJ at The Lawrenceville School
Baltimore, MD at The Gilman School
North Bethesda, MD at The Georgetown Prep School Bronx, NY at The Riverdale Country School
Greenwich, CT at Greenwich Academy

LEADERSHIP EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (LEaD)
Young Adults, Age 15-17

OVERVIEW
Join the Leadership Exploration and Development Program (LEaD) and prepare to be a part of the next generation of ESF Leaders. Discover your unique leadership abilities and gain rewarding experience that will help you to develop the skills to be a future ESF counselor or coach, as well as a productive member of your home and school communities. Through immersive leadership workshops, hands-on mentoring and apprentice opportunities, team building initiatives and philanthropic service learning experiences, the LEaD Program will prepare you for the very valuable job of making a difference in the lives of children.

Highlights include:
- CPR and First Aid training
- An adventure-based field trip
- Service learning credit hours
- Exposure to ESF experts and talented activity specialists
- Recreational activities & sports
- Swimming

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 13 - August 18 (dates may vary at different locations)

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
At ESF, we hire only the best of the best and we take great pride in the fact that our team members aspire to positions of leadership and responsibility. In recognition of the individual strengths and talents of our team members, we actively support both personal and professional development every summer and provide the tools and guidance necessary for advancement.

Our team of counselors, coaches and lifeguards/swim instructors consists of teachers as well as undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in a variety of fields including but not limited to Education, Kinesiology, Psychology, Social Work and Family Science.

Our training and leadership development programs propel ESF to the forefront of the camp industry. Additionally, a high percentage of team members return to our ESF family each year to create amazing life experiences for our campers.

For complete jobs info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.esfjobs.com.

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.

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Reign operates on the spacious grounds of Toll Gate Grammar, which is located within the Hopewell Valley Regional School District.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: CAMP REIGN is a State Licensed Day Camp and accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). Accreditation is voluntary and means our camp meets over 300 standards in health and safety, which allows us to provide a greet camp environment for all campers. Our staff is highly trained and ready to make summer a memorable one for every camper.

All staff are trained in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers in addition to receiving over 25 hours of pre-camp training. Staff are selected for their maturity, special skills, entusiasim and experience. Staff are skilled and geared up to teach campers to have fun and create a safe and caring atmosphere.
Each program is designed around a curriculum which is structured to help children live a healthy lifestyle while learning about teamwork, building self-esteem, discovering new creative endeavors, and making lasting friendships!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Campers in grades 8-9 can sign up for our Leaders in Training program and learn what it takes to be a counselor. Campers will also learn key skills and information to further their individual leadership.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit our website for more information about our sessions and program dates.

www.hvymca.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Summer Camp Openings:
Camp Counselor

Aquatics Department:
Swim Instructors
Lifeguards

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Explore Something New Every Week!

Camp Activities:

Swimming
Build Swimming Skills
Sports and Games with Little Kicks Soccer/Little Stix Lacrosse, Nitro1 Sports, Breakthru Physical Fitness Kids Program and more!
Music & Nature Program
Arts & Crafts
Science Experiments
In House Spectacular Show and Events
AND SO MUCH MORE!

OTHER CAMP INFO: Each weekly session carries a special theme:

Friendships
Excitement
Thrill
Adventure
Creative Expression
Confidence Building

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2022 CAMP RATES

Half Day

8:30am-12:00pm

$175 weekly

or $45 daily

Full Day

8:30am-3:00pm

$350 weekly

or $90 daily

Early Drop Off

Late pick up

7:00am-8:30am: FREE

3:00pm-6:00pm: $20

(per day)

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.org 

CAMP FACILITIES: Notre Dame High School offers a wireless environment, new science labs, turf playing field with track, newly preforming arts facility and strength and conditioning facilities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: For more information on Notre Dame High School's summer athletic camps, please visit Notre Dame's website Our Camp Website Link: www.ndnj.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July-August.

For questions on any of the summer offerings at ND, please contact Sean Clancy at 609.882.7900, ext. 160 or email summer[AT]ndnj.org.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO:

For 28 years, PGC Basketball has been the worldwide leader in teaching players how to think the game, be a leader, and run the show.

We believe every player deserves to know how to unlock their potential. We believe every player deserves to discover how to be a leader on and off the court. And, we believe every player deserves to know how to use the game to propel themselves to success in life.

At PGC Basketball, we’re a team of passionate teachers of the game who won’t stop at anything in our quest to inspire and equip dedicated players and coaches everywhere.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Since 2012, PGC has provided more than $500,000 in financial assistance. Each year, we do our best to assist as many families as possible.

Scholarship applications begin each spring for summer sessions at: Our Camp Website Link: pgcbasketball.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit our website to learn about our summer overnight basketball camps, our skills academy camps for youth players, and our fall weekend camps.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Our PGC staff are remarkable individuals with a passion to learn, grow, and impact others. There are three ways to get involved: be a volunteer coach, join our paid summer staff, or join our year-round team.

Our Camp Website Link: pgcbasketball.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Wonderful enclosed bunks for each age group. Enclosed building for the dinning hall, gymnastics, all of the art classes and an amazing theater. Individual age specific fields for junior, intermediate, and senior sports including separate hockey, soccer, basketball and softball fields. Also tennis courts, a go-kart track, bungee trampoline and amazing high and low ropes course with elements ideally built for both 2nd grade and up as well as 1st grade and below. Our lake is 5 miles long and offers endless opportunities in sailing, canoeing, kayaking and paddle boarding and with a beautiful pontoon boat for our little ones to just go exploring. There is not much we do not have available and with 20 acres the only thing we can not do on camp is ride mountain bikes for miles so we do that right next door on a 300 acre preserve. Looking forward to enriching and exploring with you!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: With over 75 years of history Lakeview is rich in tradition and community. We believe in allowing your children wonderful opportunities to explore and discover their talents and creativity through our extensive and carefully crafted programs. Our college age counselors & experienced adult specialists and administrators will not only help develop your child's confidence but ensure a safe and amazing summer filled with enrichment & challenge. Because camp is supposed to be a welcomed home away from home of course bus transportation & hot lunch is provided daily. Call us to schedule a private tour we look forward to meeting you.

Be as creative as you can in cooking, ceramics and woodshop or play to your hearts content in hockey, soccer, tennis, basketball, or even gaga. Then on the different side of things test your skills in Mtn. Biking, ropes course, or kayaking on the lake. Then never stop learning with pioneering, archery, and Robotics & Mad Science. With a total camper to staff ratio of almost 3 to 1, well trained specialists, seasoned adult leadership team, and international staff to share their cultures and experiences, your children could not be in better hands. We look forward to expanding their horizons, increasing their self confidence, building their skills, and creating amazing new members of the LakeView family.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: For 10th graders we have our LakeView Leadership Program which is a combination of camp activities, travel program and daily learning opportunities surrounding the role of a counselor.

OTHER CAMP INFO: ACA Accredited

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website enrollment information page for current tuition rates and sessions. We offer 4,5, 6,7, and 8 week sessions to all ages groups.

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.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Discover Pulse Sports Camps, where your child can unlock their athletic potential! Designed for ages 5 to 14 and welcoming all skill levels, our camps provide specialized coaching led by highly trained professionals. Hosted at top facilities, Pulse offers an exceptional environment where young athletes can grow, develop new skills, and have a fantastic time on the field. Plus, campers enjoy daily lunch, swim, and free early drop-off at select locations!

Ready to see all that Pulse Sports Camps have to offer? Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.Pulsecamps.com to learn more and find camps near you!

Connect with us:

Facebook: Our Camp Website Link: www.facebook.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Our camps are offered at top-rated, professionally equipped sports training facilities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Sports are FUN, but they are more fun when you get better! Our professional, passionate, and positive coaches will help your child become a better player and a more inspired athlete. Camp provides the perfect opportunity to improve skills, make new friends, laugh hard, and smile a lot. Our Mission is to shape a lifelong enjoyment of athletics through high quality sports education and skill enhancement while consistently exceeding the expectations of our customers!

During the summer of 2014 more than 70,000 US and international campers attended a US Sports Camps program. US Sports Camps currently offers 24 programs in 15 different sports.

Our summer sports camps include: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Lacrosse, Multi-Sport, Rugby, Running, Soccer, Softball, Swim, Tennis, Ultimate, Volleyball, Waterpolo, and Yoga. We also offer several International sports camps around the world. Our sports camps continue to grow thanks to an outstanding community of Camp Directors and the dedication of the entire USSC staff. We expect 2015, our 41st year in business, to be our best year ever. We look forward to seeing you at camp!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Many of our sports camps offer sessions and special weekend clinics year-round. Please contact us for details.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For complete information regarding summer camp sessions and fees, please visit our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.ussportscamps.com.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Each camp director is responsible for hiring their own staff and typically hire in late winter and early spring. If you are interested in applying for a position, please email the appropriate sport mailbox at Our Camp Website Link: www.ussportscamps.com and we will forward on your information to any director looking for additional staff.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session 1- July 5th-8th
Session 2- August 1st-5th

All sessions are $250 each.

CAMP FACILITIES: 12 bunk rooms, outdoor pool, cafeteria, arts & crafts room, gym, game room, outdoor playground, basketball courts, outdoor fields.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Sign up for the summer of a lifetime at Camp Gan Israel Highland Park! For ages 3-12! Unbelievable packed schedule: Trips, Swimming, Karate, Theatre, Dance, Sports, A/C, Edible Crafts, Mad Science, Archery, Game room, Scrapbooking, Outdoor Hunt, Daily Hot lunches & Snacks, Shabbos Party, Prize Store, Challah Baking and lots more! Check us on the web: Our Camp Website Link: www.Ganisraelnj.com.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CIT Program for girls entering 8th grade.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Rates are per week: Day Camp: $275 ($2020 for summer) Please check our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.GanIsraelNJ.com.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Pool Staff: *The Head Lifeguard is required to be 22+. Lifeguards are required to be post high school. *Certifications: Red Cross Lifeguard Training, CPR/AED, WSI a plus. *Have a minimum of: two years experience consisting cumulatively of at least 16 weeks as a children’s camp lifeguard.

Pool staff are required to have strong communication and leadership skills, strong risk management and safety awareness, and a thorough knowledge and application of lifeguard surveillance and rescue techniques.

All pool staff are responsible for guarding their area of responsibility, responding to any level of incident around the entire facility, enforcing our rules fairly and politely, checking and maintaining pool chemicals (head guard), ensuring member safety, being patient and enthusiastic while teaching and holding productive lessons, setting up and cleaning up lesson station,and other tasks assigned by the Director and Head Lifeguard.

CAMP FACILITIES: The camp is a fully winterized facility, consisting of 26 cabins and two large lodges. All cabins and lodges have full bathrooms and electricity. Each cabin group hold 8-10 campers and two staff members. Our dinning hall, rec halls and out side courts and facilities are shared by our day, overnight and ranch camps.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: At Camp Mason we pride ourselves in offering our families a unique blend of traditional and adventure summer camp experiences. Whether you're looking for a traditional overnight camp, day camp, ranch camp or adventure treks Camp Mason has a program that's right for you.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Camp Mason's CIT program prepares young adults for leadership and teamwork by providing them exciting challenges and pushing them to step outside their comfort zone. Out CIT program involves an application process and is competitive. More information at: Our Camp Website Link: campmason.org

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial assistance is awarded on a case by case basis. Please contact the camp for more details.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family camps are offered throughout the year. Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: campmason.org.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: School groups, group retreats, women's wellness weekend, family camps. Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: campmason.org

OTHER CAMP INFO: For additional information please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.campmason.org or call up at 908-362-8217.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please see our web site for the most recent fees and dates. Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: campmason.org.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: From Dance Party Breakfasts to evening Karaoke Nights and everything in between including: Specialized Workshops, Scrumptious Meals, Swimming, Boating, Hiking, Low & High Ropes, Zip Lining, Beach Parties, S’mores and Campfires! It’s like a party that NEVER STOPS! It’s so much fun, sometimes they forget just how much they are learning along the way!

Founded in 2017, DREAM Summerstock VTC: A Sleepaway Musical Theater Intensive is led by industry professionals from Broadway performers to young emerging theater artists. Vanguard is dedicated to the word DREAM: Diversity, Reciprocity, Education, Activism, and Mentorship. Our goal is to create a safe space for all students to hone in on their theatrical craft. Through the three weeks students will not only grow immensely with musical theater but also as people.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Vanguard is dedicated to the word DREAM: Diversity, Reciprocity, Education, Activism, and mentorship. Each year we award roughly $30,000 in financial aid. Financial Aid questions for DREAM Summerstock VTC: A Sleepaway Musical Theater Intensive can be sent to justin[AT]dreamvtc.org.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Vanguard Theater Company is a professional theater in Montclair, NJ with a robust education program. Vanguard offerers programs for all ages, including mainstage performances, DREAM VTC Teen Education Programs, and VTC Kids. More information can be found at Our Camp Website Link: www.vanguardtheatercompany.org.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 28, 2024 - August 18, 2024
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.camps.vanguardtheatercompany.org for rates.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Interested applicants can email info[AT]dreamvtc.org. 

CAMP FACILITIES: Meadowbrook offers a very wide selection of athletics, creative arts, nature, and special events as well as climbing wall and high and low ropes courses complete with a 30 foot tall zip line. Swim instruction is offered every morning and general/free swim every afternoon in our 9,000 square foot pool complex featuring 3 heated pools.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our goal at Meadowbrook is to create the best possible camp environment in which children can thrive. We believe camp is a place where children have the opportunity to try new activities, take on new challenges, increase their self esteem and grow in a safe, nurturing, fun environment. We accomplish this through a dynamic and creative program organized by our warm and caring professional staff.

This staff is what makes Meadowbrook truly unique. All staff members are carefully selected and trained and we set a very high standard for staff involvement with our campers. One of the most important aspects of each child’s summer is the special relationship that will blossom with his/her counselors. Here at Meadowbrook, every staff member knows that it is his or her job to help create those special “indelible” summer memories for our campers.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Meadowbrook offers a variety of program options for our Campers entering preK through 9th grade. For a list of our current rates and programs please go to Our Camp Website Link: www.MeadowbrookDayCamp.com

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Meadowbrook is always looking for the best staff out there!  Visit the staff section on our website, at Our Camp Website Link: www.MeadowbrookDayCamp.com for more information.

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.  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).

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.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Please visit out website for more information, Our Camp Website Link: www.rbaymca.org

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS:

COUNSELOR IN TRAINING (CIT) PROGRAM: Ages 13-15. In our CIT Program, teens have the opportunity to shadow our Day Camp leaders and develop leadership skills. While in the program, emphasis is on the development of values and leadership skills, self-esteem, goal setting, environmental awareness, camping skills and the confidence necessary to make the transition from camper to counselor. Space is limited.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: YCARES is a financial assistance program designed to establish reduced fee arrangements with individuals based on their circumstances and their demonstrated ability to pay. Assistance may be limited by the resources available at the time the application is processed.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS:

Holiday Care, Ages: 3-13: Take advantage of Holiday Care while school is on break! Children will enjoy structured activities including crafts, games, sports, and swimming at the YMCA.

Please provide tennis shoes, bathing suit and towel for your child. Please provide your child with a healthy bagged lunch, we will provide a PM healthy snack.

Registration is required!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit out website for more information, at: Our Camp Website Link: www.rbaymca.org.

CAMP FACILITIES: Indoor facilities are fully air conditioned. Indoor, heated swimming pool with certified instructors. Science center in a beautiful natural setting. Indoor / Outdoor stage. Sports fields and newly-constructed tennis courts. Indoor Gym.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Oak Hill was founded in 2004. Our summer program offers engaging activities, thematic centers and lessons that are geared toward enriching and strengthening the skills your child has already acquired in school.

Group leaders are all Oak Hill Academy certified teachers. Senior counselors are all college students. Safety and Security is a top priority.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Students in sixth or seventh grades may enroll and are designated for Camp Oak Hill "Leaders In Training" (LIT) group. While these senior campers take part in all activities, they are assigned certain responsibilities and given personal privileges.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): 2017 Camp Oak Hill program:
"Your Passport to Summer Fun Around the World"

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2017 Camp Season: June 26th-August 4th
Enrollment is open to all students attending Oak Hill Academy and other schools.
You may choose 2-Full Day, 3-Full Day, 4-Full Day or 5-Full Day sessions. Extended care available for nominal fee.
A flexible camp schedule may also be arranged for families.

2017 Tuition:
2-Full Days for Six Weeks-$2,025.00
3-Full Days for Six Weeks-$2,775.00
4-Full Days for Six Weeks-$2,975.00
5-Full Days for Six Weeks-$3,375.00

Register before March 13, 2017 and receive a 10% Tuition Discount. Regular camp fees apply after March 13th without exception. Sibling discounts are offered.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Oak Hill offers a series of leadership training programs for grades 6-7.

CAMP FACILITIES: All of our camps are held at private luxurious hotels and resorts with classrooms, gaming suites, pools, basketball courts, and huge 2 bedroom suites for overnight guests.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Harness your child’s energy for video games to fuel their future, improve self-confidence, and socialize.

Creativity, critical thinking, communication & collaboration: we emphasize the 4Cs needed for success in today’s media-driven world.

Hands-on projects spark curiosity and the sense of accomplishment that accelerates transition from hesitation to independence. Our groups are intentionally kept small, and our staff encourage the kinds of peer interaction that easily make friends.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We offer Leadership programs for campers ages 16 - 19.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer no-fee payment plans. Also, see Our Camp Website Link: www.gamecamp.com for current discounts and promotions.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
$699 (Day Camp)
$1,399 (Overnight Camp)

Go to Our Camp Website Link: www.gamecamp.com for all the details.

2023 Camp Dates + Locations

Alpharetta, GA
May 29 - June 16, 2023

Charlotte, NC
June 18 - 30, 2023

Herndon, VA
July 2 - 14, 2023

Morristown, NJ
July 16 - 28, 2023

Saddle River, NJ
July 30 - August 11, 2023

Waltham, MA
August 13 - 25, 2023

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!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Easter Seals New Jersey Camp Merry Heart Respites are designed to accommodate adults with disabilities who require minimal to moderate supervision and support with personal care. Camp Merry Heart provides a wide variety of recreation and activities to people of all ages and all types of disabilities and special needs. Well over 30,000 individuals have been served since its doors opened in 1954.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Camp Merry Heart is a DDD, Real Life Choice, Perform Care qualified facility. Easter Seals New Jersey also provide camperships to those families who may require additional assistance.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp Merry Heart is a year round facility providing both on-site camp respites and Off-site Hotel and Travel programs. Camp Merry Heart's facilities are also available for rental for your community group, company, family retreat, etc.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Camp Merry Heart also offers: fishing, boating, splash pad, archery, biking, hiking, challenge courses, nature studies, zip line, arts & crafts, gardening, climbing tower, karaoke, music & media, dancing, talent shows, and more!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please view our website for a current list of all programs, availability and prices at Our Camp Website Link: www.nj.easterseals.com or phone or main office at 908-852-3896.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Easter Seals New Jersey - Camp Merry Heart is currentl seeking the following positions at our Hackettstown New Jersey location:

Summer Camp Counselors
Rope Course Instructors
Summer Lifeguards/waterfront guards
Hotel & Travel Coordinator 21+ w/ excellent driving recordFall, Winter, Spring Program Specialist
Summer Residential RN / LPN to run our Health Center