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Many of our New Jersey Basketball Camps offer Fall Basketball Programs, Activities, Workshops & Classes starting in September, 2025.
Be sure to check the "Year-Round Programs and Other Camp Info" headings of each camp listing for specifics, or give any Basketball Camp you're interested in a call to check on Fall dates, times and availability.
Many of our Basketball Camps will be hosting Fall Reunions for their previous campers, and Fall 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 September, 2025.
Looking for a Great New Jersey Basketball Day Camp? Look at each camp's TYPE OF CAMP description. Many of our Best New Jersey Day Basketball Camps also list their exact hours, and if they offer before and after camp activities.
Many of our Best New Jersey Summer Basketball Camps also offer Year Round Basketball Camp Programs, Classes, and Activities. You should contact the camps you are interested in to see if they offer Fall, Winter and/or Spring Basketball Programs, too.
Searching for New Jersey Basketball Camp Jobs? Many of our Best Basketball Camps are now listing their 2025-26 Fall 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 "Fall Employment Opportunities" pages.
View ALL NJ Camps with Fall Work & Leadership Training Opportunities.
Visit Our Pulse Premier Sports Camps Website
732-563-2526
contact[AT]usasportgroup.com
MANY LOCATIONS
131 Martinsville RD
Basking Ridge, New Jersey 07920
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
505 Ramapo Valley Rd, Mahwah, NJ 07430
91 S Orange Ave, Livingston, NJ 07039
1345 Easton Ave, Somerset, NJ 08873
1295 Inman Ave, Edison, NJ 08820
350 Mt Pleasant Ave, West Orange, NJ 07052
600 Davenport Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10805
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
4 Somerset St, Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889
CAMPER AGES: 4-15
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: The Pulse multi-level curriculum is designed and delivered by highly trained professional coaches to provide participants with a superior training experience. It is the perfect setting to reach their highest potential while having the most amount of FUN!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Soccer, Golf, Tennis, Volleyball, Team Sports, and more. Field Hockey, Multi Sport Camps
CAMP LOCATION: Essex County Country Club
Newark Academy
Ramapo College
The Pingry School
Rutgers Preparatory School
Wardlaw Hartridge
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CAMP FACILITIES: We have basketball courts and soccer fields at every school location, and golf courses and tennis courts and both country club locations.
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Pulse Premier Sports Camps
Be sure to ask each New Jersey Basketball Camp about the amount of basketball instruction and the overall intensity of their basketball program.
Some Top New Jersey Basketball Camps offer rigorous daily basketball training and lots of intensive basketball experience. Other great New Jersey Camps offer basketball as an elective or recreational activity with much less training and intensity.
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:
Basketball, Soccer, Gymnastics, Football, Baseball, Cheerleading, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Team Sports, Academics, Travel, Dance, Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, 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
Some New Jersey Basketball 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 Basketball 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 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:
Basketball, Soccer, Golf, Gymnastics, Football, Weightloss, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Team Sports, Technology, Adventure, Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, 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. 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 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:
Basketball, Soccer, Football, Baseball, Weightloss, Swimming, Tennis, Martial Arts, Adventure, Dance, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, 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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Neil Klatskin Day Camp
Visit Our Chartwell Happy Day Camp Website
(856) 983-8827
greg[AT]chartwellfun.com
136 Paragon
Marlton, New Jersey 08053
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
136 Paragon Ave, Marlton, NJ 08053
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Chartwell Happy Day Camp Video
CAMPER AGES: 3-15
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Chartwell’s Happy Day Camp is an exclusive Day Camp for children ages 3-15 for parents who demand QUALITY for their children with acres and acres of supervised FUN! Acres and Acres of Supervised Fun for Your Child this Summer!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Soccer, Weightloss, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Team Sports, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
▌Read More about Chartwell Happy Day Camp
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)
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Chartwell Happy Day Camp
Visit Our Hopewell Valley YMCA Website
dwilliams[AT]hvymca.org
info[AT]hvymca.org
275 S. Main St
Pennington, New Jersey 08534
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
62 South Main St, Pennington, NJ 08534
CAMPER AGES: 5-13
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): YMCA
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Hopewell Valley YMCA is the best summer destination spot in Mercer County!!! Here at camp, campers get to have fun like no other. We have camps designed to fit the needs of all campers and activities that the campers will never forget.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Soccer, Baseball, Swimming, Science, Academics, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more. Weekly Trips, Daily Swimming, Daily Group Activities: Arts & Crafts, Science, Games & More.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located at Toll Gate Grammar School during the summer for our Day Camp. The YMCA physical office is located at 62 South Main St, Pennington, NJ 08534
▌Read More about Hopewell Valley YMCA
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
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Hopewell Valley YMCA
Visit Our USA Sport Group Website
(732) 563-2520
contact[AT]usasportgroup.com
Various Locations
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
NJ, NY, PA, CT
CAMPER AGES: 18 Months - Adult
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: USA Sport Group connects families with top-tier sports providers across the East Coast, offering a comprehensive selection of summer camps and year-round sports activities—all in one place!
Choose from an extensive array of high-quality options, including soccer, tennis, multi sports, t-ball, basketball, and more. With programs designed for 18 months to adult and over 500 locations, there’s truly something for everyone!
Facebook: Our Camp Website Link: www.facebook.com
Website: Our Camp Website Link: www.usasportgroup.com
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Soccer, Golf, Football, Swimming, Tennis, Team Sports, and more. Multi-Sports
▌Read More about USA Sport Group
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USA Sport Group
Visit Our Sports Squirts Website
866 345-ball
contact[AT]sportssquirts.com
New Jersey
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Connecticut, New York, Pennsylvania
CAMPER AGES: 18 months to 8 years old
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Weekdays & Weekends
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Sport Squirts is specially designed for children aged 18 months to 8 years old, introducing them to a variety of sports in a fun and secure setting. We collaborate with local recreation departments, schools, and community organizations to provide accessible programs right in your neighborhood.
Facebook : Our Camp Website Link: www.facebook.com
Website: Our Camp Website Link: sportssquirts.com
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Soccer, Baseball, and more.
▌Read More about Sports Squirts
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Sports Squirts
Visit Our Camp Oak Hill Website
732-530-1326
pweikes[AT]oakhillacademy.com
347 Middletown-Lincroft Road
Lincroft, New Jersey 07738
CAMPER AGES: 4-12
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Daily, 8:30am - 3:30pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: If you are interested in sending your child to day camp for an awesome, nonstop blast of summer fun and learning, consider Camp Oak Hill. We provide campers with a unique mix of exciting programs, swimming, field trips, sports, crafts and just plain fun, creating an unforgettable summer experience on our twenty acre campus. Extended hours available (before and after camp). Safety is always our main priority!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Gymnastics, Baseball, Cheerleading, Swimming, Tennis, Computers, Science, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are nestled in suburban Lincroft, New Jersey on the twenty-acre campus of Oak Hill Academy, a leading private academy for grades Pre-K through 8. Campers will utilize many of the fine indoor / outdoor facilities.
▌Read More about Camp Oak Hill
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.
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Camp Oak Hill
Visit Our DREAM Summerstock VTC Website
info[AT]dreamvtc.org
256 Macopin Road
West Milford, New Jersey 07480
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our DREAM Summerstock VTC Video
CAMPER AGES: 12-19
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: DREAM Summerstock VTC: A Sleepaway Musical Theater Intensive is a 3-week residential experience led by industry professionals in West Milford, NJ. Campers will be cast in 1 of three musicals and rehearse throughout the course of the day. Although rehearsals take up lots of time, we make sure that campers still have time to enjoy NATURE! Every day at Summerstock VTC is a new adventure!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Our host camp, Camp Vacamas is situated on 230 wooded acres of private land, surrounded by New Jersey’s 4,500-acre Norvin Green State Forest, with a private spring-fed 40-acre lake for swimming, canoeing, and fishing. Participants, nestled in the foothills of the Ramapo Mountains in Northwest New Jersey, have the feeling of being in the wilderness. Camp is conveniently located on the border of Bloomingdale and West Milford, less than one mile from Hamburg Turnpike and Route 23. This ideal location provides our attendees with recluse and privacy to focus on creating magic!
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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.
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DREAM Summerstock VTC
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:
Basketball, Soccer, Baseball, Weightloss, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Team Sports, Academics, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, Dance, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, 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! 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 Camp Oakhurst Website
732-531-0215
info[AT]nysh.org
111 Monmouth Road
Oakhurst, NJ 07755
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Camp Oakhurst Video
CAMPER AGES: 8 - 90
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Summer sleepaway camp sessions 4-12 days/nights; off-season respite 2-7 days/nights
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Special Needs - physical and developmental disabilities
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Technology, Wilderness/Nature, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, and more. Special Needs - Physical & Developmental Disabilities, Including Autism Spectrum Disorder.
CAMP LOCATION: Camp Oakhurst is located on a scenic 15-acre site in Oakhurst, New Jersey in Monmouth County, about one mile from the Atlantic Ocean. The camp has a mixture of large grassy lawns, woods and nature trails in and around 15 buildings.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Campers live in six easily accessible modern cabins, a dining hall, health center, adapted gymnasium, indoor/outdoor barrier-free pool, boardwalk trail in the woods, campsite, activites building with a stage, rec hall and many activity rooms.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Oakhurst has trained and experienced counselors, activity specialists, barrier-free facilities and adapated activities to allow for a stay at Oakhurst to be an enriching, fun and memorable experience for children and adults with physical and developmental disabilities. Campers discover new abilities and new strengths, which helps foster more independence and self confidence. Music and drama, arts and crafts, media arts, nature, recreation, cooking and off-camp trips...these are Camp Oakhurst activities available to our campers during every summer camp or year-round respite session (and swimming 6 months a year!)
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Campers with New York or New Jersey state eligibility may have part or all of their fees covered. Scholarships/sliding fee scale available.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Off-season respite 2-7 days/nights.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Camp Oakhurst, established in 1906, is operated by New York Service for the Handicapped (NYSH), an independent non-profit social service agency with offices in New York City and Oakhurst, New Jersey. NYSH serves children, teens and adults with physical and developmental disabilities, including autism. Our campus is fully accessible and barrier free for wheelchair users, including our heated swimming pool, and is only about 55 miles south of New York City. Transportation from New York City is available. While we have a 9 week summer camp program, we also provide over 150 days of year-round overnight respite stays of 2-7 days in length and offer a day recreation program for adults living in Monmouth County, NJ.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Adults (ages 20 and up): June 17-June 24 Children (ages 8-19): June 27 to July 9 Children (ages 8-19): July 11 to July 23 Children (ages 8-19): July 25-August 6 Youth Diagnosed with Autism (ages 8-21): August 14-19 Youth Diagnosed with Autism (ages 8-21): August 29- September 2nd Please visit nysh.org/services for more information and call 732-531-0215 for information on fees. Campers with New York or New Jersey state eligiblity may have part or all of their fees covered. Scholarships/sliding fee scale available.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Registered Nurses needed for the summer 2016. June to September. Salary plus room and board.
Summer camp counselors for the summer of 2016 June to September. Salary plus room and board.
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Visit Our YMCA Summer Day Camp Website
732.442.3632
info[AT]rbaymca.org
357 New Brunswick Avenue
Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
CAMPER AGES: 3 - 12
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): YMCA
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Soccer, Gymnastics, Football, Baseball, Swimming, Team Sports, Dance, Theater, and more.
Please Visit Out Website For More Information, At Our Camp Website Link: www.rbaymca.org
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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.
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Visit Our Camp Louemma Website
973-287-7264 - Winter
973-875-4403 - Summer
colleen[AT]camplouemma.com
43 Louemma Lane
Sussex, NJ 07461
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
48 Stiles Lane
Suite 202
Pine Brook, NJ 07058
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CAMPER AGES: 7 - 15
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Jewish. Foundation for Jewish Camp
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Louemma is a Traditional Coed Sleepaway Camp in Northern New Jersey -Only 70 miles from New York City! For more than 70 years, boys and girls, ages 7-15 have been building lifelong friendships and lasting memories at Camp Louemma. Located on 152 scenic acres along the Appalachian Trail, we offer a warm and caring family atmosphere where each child is an integral part of our camp community.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Team Sports, Math, Science, Technology, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, and more. Camp Louemma Also Offers Gaga, Roller Hockey, Softball, Tether-ball, Handball, Fishing, Kayaking, Paddle Boats, Brand New Pool With Water Slides, Ceramics & Pottery, Dance, Radio Station, Archery, Climbing Tower & Zip-line, Mountain Biking & A Jewish Culture Program.
CAMP LOCATION: Camp Louemma is a top-rated coed sleep-away camp located on 152 acres along the Appalachian Trail, in scenic Sussex County, New Jersey, approximately 70 miles north and west of NYC. Please visit our website to view photos and a video clip of our beautiful camp facility at Our Camp Website Link: www.camplouemma.com.
CAMP FACILITIES: The numerous program facilities at Camp Louemma are well maintained and designed for the enjoyment of every camper. These facilities include a brand-new Olympic size, heated swimming pool with water slides, private lake, tennis and beach volleyball courts, indoor and outdoor basketball courts, softball and soccer fields, lighted hockey rink, archery range, climbing tower with zip line, gaga arena, mountain biking trails, mini-golf course, amphitheater, playground and more. Our indoor recreation hall, performing arts theatre, arts and crafts center, canteen, and radio station guarantee that rain or shine, there is always plenty to do at Camp Louemma.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Summer is a very special time when a child seeks to learn, explore and develop new skills, hobbies and interests.
The Camp Louemma program is specifically designed to meet the diverse and ever-expanding recreational needs and interests of our campers. Because our emphasis is on participation, personal achievement and skill attainment rather than on competition alone, campers of every age and skill level are made to feel comfortable and successful.
Through the use of scheduled activity periods and structured electives, each camper can experience a well-rounded program that includes athletics, aquatics, creative and performing arts and outdoor adventure. Our elective program allows each camper to have direct input into their daily schedule. During elective periods campers may wish to try new activities, concentrate on their favorite ones or enhance their existing skills by participating in individualized instruction or clinics. Each activity is conducted in a supportive, encouraging manner by an experienced counselor or specialist.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: At age 15 we offer a Camper-Worker program where every other day the campers help the wait staff in our dining room. This program trains our campers for the following year when they become staff members at age 16. This program is called the WIT program (Workers In Training) where 16 and 17 year olds work as waiters and waitresses in our dining room.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We off scholarship on a case by case basis according to income and circumstance. Additionally, we offer the $1000 One Happy Camper Grant for all first time campers.
OTHER CAMP INFO: At Camp Louemma we have exciting evening activities such as luaus down at the lake, campfires, pool parties, game show nights, scavenger and treasure hunts, and DJ socials, just to name a few. We also go on several out-of-camp trips each session to places such as Action Park Water-Slide Park, Wawayanda State Park (a lake beach for sand castle building contests and swimming), mine tours, Sussex County Fair, Renaissance Fair, white water rafting, bowling and movies, as well as others.
Our teen campers, ages 13-15, also attend one overnight trip each session. We also bring in outside entertainment to camp from time to time...rock bands, magicians, DJs, hypnotists, etc. Please see our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.camplouemma.com for more info about our program.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Main Camp (Grades 2-7)
Full Summer: June 25th to August 6th- $8295
Session 1: June 24th to July 15th - $4725
Session 2: July 15th to August 5th - $4725
Tuition includes ALL day trips, canteen, laundry, T-shirt and bunk photo.
Spending money for trips and transportation to and from camp are not included.
Teen Camp (Grades 8-10)
Full Summer: June 25th to August 6th- $8895
Session 1: June 24th to July 15th - $5025
Session 2: July 15th to August 5th - $5025
Tuition includes ALL day and overnight trips, canteen, laundry, T-shirt and bunk photo.
Spending money for trips and transportation to and from camp are not included.
Credits for First-Time Campers
$1000 - One Happy Camper Grant
Please call for more info on first time camper incentives!
For more information please logon to: Our Camp Website Link: www.camplouemma.com.
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Visit Our LakeView Day Camp Website
732-821-8933
info[AT]lakeviewdaycamp.com
505 Riva Avenue
East Brunswick, New Jersey 08816
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CAMPER AGES: 3-14
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: LakeView sits on an amazing 20 acres along side Farrington Lake in the quaint community of East Brunswick, NJ. With a strong history and many wonderful traditions, LakeView is an amazing place your children will love to call home. A co-ed day camp that offers a very more than you can imagine with daily instrumctional swim as one of the foundations.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Soccer, Golf, Gymnastics, Football, Baseball, Cheerleading, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Martial Arts, Team Sports, Science, Technology, Adventure, Travel, Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more. Gaga, Yoga, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Kayaking, Bungee Trampoline, Go-Karts, Woodworking, Ceramics, Jewelry Making, & Outdoor Nature & Pioneering.
CAMP LOCATION: LakeView is a beautiful, family run camp that quietly sits on 20 acres adjoining Farrington Lake in East Brunswick NJ. Lakeview has been around for over 75 years but our first 30+ years were spent as a sleep-away camp. This means our facilities, programs and atmosphere are very unique and really haveto be seen to be fully appreciated. Our activity offering is almost endless and is always evolving with the best in specialists and equipment. Our setting is second to none in the day camp world and allows for traditional sports and swimming instruction while also offering a huge variety of art program offerings and an amazing offering in outdoor adventure instruction in the woods, on the lake, out on the trails, or up on the ropes course.
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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.
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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:
Basketball, Soccer, Baseball, Weightloss, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Team Sports, Academics, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, 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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Visit Our Liberty Lake Day Camp Website
609.499.7820
fun[AT]libertylakedaycamp.com
1195 Florence Columbus Rd.
Bordentown, NJ 08505
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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:
Basketball, Soccer, Golf, Gymnastics, Baseball, Cheerleading, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Team Sports, Computers, Science, Technology, Academics, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, 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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Visit Our Oak Crest Day Camp Website
732-297-2000
92 Cortelyous Lane
Somerset, New Jersey 08873
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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:
Basketball, Soccer, Gymnastics, Football, Baseball, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Martial Arts, Computers, Science, Technology, Wilderness/Nature, Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, 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. 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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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:
Basketball, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Team Sports, Science, Wilderness/Nature, Dance, Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, 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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Visit Our Pulse Premier Sports Camps Website
General Inquiry: 732-563-2526
Register for camp or class: 866-345-2255
info[AT]pulsecamps.com
4 Somerset St
Whitehouse Station, New Jersey 08889
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
NJ, NY, PA
CAMPER AGES: 5-11
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Pulse Sports Camps offer multi-level curriculums designed and delivered to provide participants with superior training. It's the perfect setting to reach their highest potential while having the most fun!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Soccer, Football, and more.
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Visit Our Harbor Haven Website
908-964-5411
info[AT]harborhaven.com
Pleasant Valley Way
West Orange, New Jersey 07052
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
470 Prospect Avenue, Suite 203B
West Orange, NJ 07052
CAMPER AGES: 3-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. 9-3:40 Monday through Friday; Before and After Care Available; Door-Door transporation can be provided in most cases
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Harbor Haven offers comprehensive, dynamic, fun programming for children with mild special needs. This unique 7-week summer camp provides children with a social, learning based summer adventure that bridges the gap between school years and helps prevent regression and promote improvement. In a nurturing, camp environment children engage in a variety of traditional summer activities combined with support for the academic, therapeutic and social needs. Spaces fill fast so call today or visit our website for more information.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Harbor Haven is designed for children with mild special needs including Attention Deficit Disorder, Asperger's Syndrome, mild ASD and other types of learning, communication, sensory and social challenges. We include sibling, cousin and staff children with no IEP's and place them age appropriately in camper groups. This component creates the perfect blend...special needs children learning and having fun beside and interacting with typical peers carefully selected to enhance the experience for everyone's benefit.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Soccer, Golf, Gymnastics, Baseball, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Martial Arts, Team Sports, Computers, Math, Science, Academics, Travel, Dance, Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, and more.
Yoga, Zumba, GaGa, Bicycle Riding, Four Square
Language Arts/Reading Reinforcement
2- Week Travel Camp (day Travel Only) For 16-18 Year Olds
CAMP LOCATION: Located in Essex County on a beautiful private school campus with 8 park like acres, Harbor Haven is about 35 minutes from Manhattan. Our transportation system can provide door-door pick up and drop off within an hour radius in most cases.
CAMP FACILITIES: Our state-of-the-art facility boasts an outdoor, heated swimming pool, athletic fields, tennis courts, a cutting edge central air-conditioned school building including a huge gym, cafeteria, numerous classrooms/activity rooms and more.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Harbor Haven is ACA (American Camp Association) accredited, and a state and town approved youth camp. Since 1997 parents, children, professionals and service providers have recognized and praised the excellent results of our program.
Our staff is professional, experienced and highly trained. Each senior staff member holds a degree in special education or a related field with experience in both educational and therapeutic settings working with children with special needs. Counselors are carefully selected for their ability to facilitate growth for our children and their motivation to work in our setting.
We provide a safe, secure, fun and motivating environment. A registered nurse is on site. Staff undergo thorough background checks. Staff to child ratio is 1:3 or better. Safety and security are carefully monitored.
Ease your child's transition back to school in the fall and help prevent academic and skill regression at Harbor Haven. Give your child a summer experience that will help build skills and confidence!
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Harbor Haven has a two week volunteer program for 17 and 18 year olds. There are very limited spots available. An interview is required along with completing an application and getting 3 letters of recommendation.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Some campers receive funding through their school district. Check with your case manager to see if this is an option for your child.
You can submit limited portions of the Harbor Haven program to your insurance company for reimbursement. We can provide you with a codified bill after you have paid in full.
We are approved by Perform Care (formerly known as DDD.) Your child must be eligible for funding from this agency.
Other agencies such as Catholic Charities, Kiwanis and Knights of Pythias and Columbus have provided scholarships in the past.
All of the above must be pursued by the parents/guardians. Harbor Haven will be happy to complete any paperwork required of them.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Open Houses are conducted in the winter and spring for interested families. Please call us at 908-964-5411 or visit our website for more information about our upcoming open houses.
OTHER CAMP INFO:
Age appropriate programs for 3-18 year olds
Bright Beginnings: ages 3-5
Juniors: ages 6-7
Intermediates: ages 8-9
Seniors: ages 10-11
Tweens: ages 12-13
Teens: ages 14-15
LIFE Program: ages 16-18
TravelQuest: ages 16-18
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website Our Camp Website Link: www.harborhaven.com for complete information about dates and fees. To find fees on the website click on "Enrollment Application" or "Enroll Now." Please call 908-964-5411 for more information. We are here all year long!
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Pool Director
Physical Education Teacher
Special Education Teachers
Group Counselors (College/graduate students with related majors)
School Psychologists and Social Workers
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Visit Our Camp Topanemus YMCA Website
732-294-7727
egeiger[AT]ymcanj.org
topanemus[AT]ymcanj.org
380 Monmouth Road
Millstone, NJ 08510
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: 5 - 15
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): YMCA
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Exciting 9-weeek day camp program with special events, zip line, climbing wall, technology camp, magic camp, electives, travel camp and special trips one day a week. Call for more information!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Soccer, Swimming, Volleyball, Team Sports, Science, Adventure, Travel, Theater, and more. Magic, Mad Science, Swim Instruction
CAMP LOCATION: We are located on the border of Millstone and Freehold townships in Millstone, NJ. Camp is on 50 acres of wooded areas and fields. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.ymcanj.org for a video and photos.
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CAMP FACILITIES: 2 pools with slide, picnic pavilion, outdoor basketball courts, outdoor amphitheater, baseball field, soccer field, air conditioned dining hall, air conditioned game room, arts and crafts and all purpose building.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We have special theme weeks, field trips, high ropes, zip line, archery, nature, swimming, electives and climbing wall. Please go to our website for further information.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: A leaders in training is available for children in 9th and 10th grade. They have teambuilding activities in the morning and shadow camp groups in the afternoon. Every Tuesday they go on a trip to a local attraction.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We currently have financial assistance available for those who qualify. the form is located on our website.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp runs from June 26 through August 18. Register for one week or as many as 9 weeks. See our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.ymcanj.org for fees or to register on line.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Ropes Challenge Course counselors, senior counselors. Visit our website for further details.
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Camp Topanemus YMCA
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:
Basketball, Soccer, Gymnastics, Horses/Equestrian, Football, Baseball, Weightloss, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Martial Arts, Team Sports, Computers, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, 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 Montclair State Univeristy Boys Basketball Camp Website
973-655-3798
linga[AT]montclair.edu
Panzer Athletic Center
1 Normal Drive
Montclair, New Jersey 07458
CAMPER AGES: 6-16
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers. All Boy Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: An intensive week of instruction and games led by Coach Marlon Sears and the Montclair Men’s Basketball coaching staff and players. Skill work will include ball-handling, shooting, passing, defense, rebounding and much more. Campers will be grouped by age and ability. Emphasis will be on developing skills and teamwork.
Each camper will receive a Montclair State T-shirt, 2 games daily, and an opportunity to receive an award at the end of camp.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, and more.
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CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Coed Camp is June 26th-30th from 9AM-3PM with pre-care and post-care offered as well.
Boys Camp is July 17th-20th from 9AM-3PM with pre-care and post-care offered as well.
Each session is $250/camper.
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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:
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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:
Basketball, Soccer, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, Theater, Musical Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, 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.org
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Fairview Lake YMCA Camps
Visit Our US Tennis Institute Website
(732) 563-2520
contact[AT]ustennisinstitute.com
4 Somerset Street
Whitehouse Station, New Jersey 08889
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
NJ, NY, Connecticut
CAMPER AGES: 3 to Adult
TYPE OF CAMP: Weekdays and Weekends
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: The US Tennis Institute offers exceptional tennis programs for ages 3 to adult and skill levels, focusing on skill development and love for the game, in partnership with the USTA.
Our Camp Website Link: ustennisinstitute.com
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Soccer, Golf, Football, Baseball, Tennis, Volleyball, Team Sports, and more.
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Visit Our Pulse Camps Website
866 345 2255
contact[AT]pulsecamps.com
4 Somerset St
NJ , New Jersey 08889
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
New York
CAMPER AGES: 5-14
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Weekdays & Weekends
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Unlock your child’s potential at Pulse Sports Camps! Ages 5-14, all skill levels, with professional coaching at top-notch facilities. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.Pulsecamps.com to learn more!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Soccer, Baseball, Tennis, and more.
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
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Visit Our US Sports/Nike Camps Website
1-800-NIKE-CAMP
800-645-3226 (Nike Camps)
800-433-6060 (All other camps)
800-406-3926 (NBC Camps)
877-308-7325 (Peak Performance Swim Camps)
888-780-2267 (Vogelsinger Soccer Academy)
webmaster[AT]ussportscamps.com
Over 700 Camp Locations Across the US & Canada
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
AL, AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MA, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV, CANADA
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
US Sports Camps, Inc.
1010 B Street, Suite 450
San Rafael, CA 94901
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our US Sports/Nike Camps Video
CAMPER AGES: Most junior camps accept participants between the ages of 10-18, however some of our day camps will accept those as young as 5. Adult programs offered, too. See our camp specific web pages to find out exact ages for each program.
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Weekend programs available in some areas. International campers welcome.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers. All Boy Campers. All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Now celebrating over 40 years of camp! We offer camps across a variety of sports which run for one, two or three consecutive sessions across the US and Canada. USSC partners with the country's best coaches to direct our camps at top-rated, professionally-equipped training facilities. International programs offered, too.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Soccer, Golf, Gymnastics, Football, Baseball, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Team Sports, and more. Other Camps: Crew, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, MultiSport, Rugby, Running, Ultimate, Waterpolo, Gymnastics, Hockey, & Yoga.
CAMP LOCATION: Over 700 Locations throughout the US and Canada. International locations, too. Please visit our website for a complete list of camps offered near you, at Our Camp Website Link: www.ussportscamps.com.
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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.
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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:
Watch Our Camp Riverbend Video
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:
Basketball, Soccer, Baseball, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Martial Arts, Team Sports, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, 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 ESF Summer Camps Website
800-529-CAMP
emocarski[AT]esfcamps.com
Locations in CT, NY, NJ, PA, & MD
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Connecticut
New York
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Maryland
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
750 E Haverford Rd
Bryn Mawr, PA
19020
CAMPER AGES:
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: ESF Camps offer a variety of Day, Sports, Technology, and Specialty summer programs with 60+ activities for girls & boys ages 3-16. Cutting-edge, award-winning programs with time-honored camp traditions coupled with an experienced and dynamic staff. Full and half day options available along with 1-9 week sessions.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Soccer, Golf, Gymnastics, Horses/Equestrian, Football, Baseball, Cheerleading, Weightloss, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Wrestling, Martial Arts, Team Sports, Computers, Science, Technology, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: 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
If you are interested in traveling to any of the locations listed below, ESF will provide hotel accommodations, mileage reimbursement, and a food stipend: 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
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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.
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ESF Summer Camps
Looking for Other Top Specialty Camps in New Jersey? Here's a few links to other directories of NJ Special Interest Camps, or you can find links to ALL our Special Interest Camp Directories in the black bar at the bottom of this page.
http://www.gardenstatescouting.org/
Garden State Council, BSA
693 Rancocas Road
Westampton, NJ 08060
(732) 823-1395
For more info visit the website.
MORE NEW JERSEY SUMMER BASKETBALL CAMPS ARE COMING SOON. YOU CAN CHOOSE ANOTHER STATE FROM THE LIST BELOW.
NEW JERSEY BASKETBALL CAMP OWNERS & DIRECTORS: If you would like to submit your camp for listing in our 2025 Best New Jersey Summer Basketball Camps Directory, please click on the "SUBMIT YOUR CAMP" link above.
NEW JERSEY BASKETBALL CAMP PARENTS & CAMPERS: If you are looking to find info on how to choose the best summer camp to attend this summer, please check out our 2025 GUIDE TO CHOOSING THE BEST SUMMER BASKETBALL CAMP for some great camp research tips and lots of important 2025 summer camp info.
In addition to our 2025 New Jersey Summer Basketball Camps Directory we have also created quite a few SPECIAL INTEREST CAMP DIRECTORIES, and have included brief descriptions of these and links to their dedicated websites on the 2025 CAMP GUIDE page.
You can go directly to any of our other 2025 Special Interest Camp Directories from the list in the black bar at the bottom of this page.
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