Summer Camp

What Sort of Activities Will My Child Participate in at Camp?
Depending on your camper’s specific age group, our YMCA summer camps in Bergen County offer a plethora of activities, including swimming, canoeing, rock climbing, archery, arts and crafts, campouts, nature hikes, games, and special events designed to develop their outdoor skills. Camp brochure and open house information coming soon.

All YMCA of Greater Bergen County Staff Are Screened Carefully
All YMCA of Greater Bergen County staff members are dedicated to ensuring your child has an exceptional summer camp experience. We carefully screen and select summer camp staff who are enthusiastic about working with kids. Many of our camp counselors are former campers themselves, so they have a unique understanding of what makes our camps so special. Pre-season training hones their skills in problem-solving, first aid, lifeguarding, boating, and many other relevant subjects. We also subject all staff to extensive background and reference checks for your child’s safety and well-being. Many members of our well-trained staff return year after year to help campers develop skills in athletics, art, and swimming, all while having fun, making new friends, and creating lifelong memories.

How Do I Register My Kids for Your Summer Camps?
The YMCA of Greater Bergen County makes it convenient to register your children for summer camp on our website. Just go to activenet.active.com/metroymcas and create an account. You must have a valid YMCA membership at the time of registration and while your child is attending summer camp to receive our membership rate. Otherwise, the fees will be adjusted to reflect our community member rate. The balance is due at least two weeks before the first day of each camp session. We encourage you to join our monthly payment plan to guarantee your child’s spot and that you’re paid in full before camp starts!

What If I Can’t Afford to Send My Kids to Summer Camp?
The YMCA of Greater Bergen County strives to make attending summer camp as affordable as possible with flexible payment options, including cash, checks, and credit cards. Check out our blog titled Here Are Four Ways to Make Summer Camp Affordable for tips on working this rewarding experience into your family’s budget. Some families may qualify for government assistance through the New Jersey Child Care Subsidy Program or the Child Care Credit and Earned Income Tax Credit, which helps working families with lower incomes. The YMCA itself also offers financial assistance made possible through the generous donations of our communities and members.

Explore the YMCA of Greater Bergen County’s Programs Today
The YMCA of Greater Bergen County is a 501(c)(3) non-profit social services organization dedicated to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. In addition to day and sleepaway camps for kids, we offer premium programming for both children and adults at our location in New Milford, NJ. We offer everything from affordable daycare to after-school youth sports programs, swim lessons, American Red Cross Certification training, and group exercise classes. Our camps are accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and adhere to the highest standards for your peace of mind. We urge you to reach out to us for more information about our summer camps for kids in Bergen County!

New! Creative Skills Soccer Camp ages 6-14

Tiny Tykes Soccer camp ages 3-5

Life Explorers Day Camp Ages 9-12

Kahagon Day Camp - Entering grades K-1 

Oratam Day Camp - Entering grades 2-7

Summer's Fun Camp - Grades 1-5

 Summer’s Fun Camp Jr. - Entering Grade K

Teen Venture Day Camp - Entering grades 8-9

CAMP MICHIKAMAU - ENTERING GRADES 3-10

Counselor in Training (CIT)

Depending on camper age, activities include swimming, archery, canoeing, rock climbing, campouts, nature, games, arts and crafts, outdoor skills, and special events.

BROCHURE AND OPEN HOUSE INFORMATION (see registration page for all other forms)

Our well-trained YMCA camp staff is dedicated to providing your child with an exceptional camp experience.  Summer camp staff are carefully chosen for their enthusiasm, talent, and dedication - many of our counselors are former Kahagon, Oratam and Michikamau campers.  All staff participate in pre-season training to further develop their skills to create an environment where our campers feel cared for, accepted, and encouraged.  Advanced training is provided for staff in rock climbing, challenge course, overnight hikes, lifeguarding, and boating.

All staff are subject to reference and background checks.  Staff members receive first aid training, as well as, instruction on policies and procedures specific to the camp programs prior to the start of camp. Our well-trained, dedicated staff return year after year to help campers develop skills in athletics, art and swimming, all while having fun, making new friends, and creating lifelong memories.