South Mountain YMCA

Summer YKnots Day Camp

Registration Now Open!

At the Y, we let you pay your summer camp balance in a way that works for you! When you sign up, you'll need to provide payment information, but you stay in control. As long as you pay each installment before the due date listed on your receipt, no automatic payment will be processed. If you partially pay early, only the remaining balance will be charged. You can make payments anytime from registration until each installment’s due date, at any frequency.
To pay your balance:
  • Click here and log into your online account
  • Visit your branch’s Welcome Center
  • Call our Remote Welcome Center at 973-758-9039

ALL CAMPS: Starting February 1, a $35 administrative fee will be added for changes to your camp experience. April 1 - Final day for camp deposit refund.

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WElcome to Y Knots

Camp guide

From the moment campers arrive, we're immersed in activities that build character, confidence, and self-esteem. New concepts and ideas are introduced to inspire curiosity, creativity and exploration. Campers form strong bonds, learning what it means to be part of a group and work as a team.  

Each session entertainers, special events and field trips are coordinated with our weekly camp themes. Our Camp Specialists head up our afternoon activities which may include: Natural Wonders, Mix It Up, Amazon Artists, Dancetinations and Drama.

Senior Staff is composed of many of our Y preschool teachers and local teachers in our community. Our staff is well trained and qualified, serving as positive role models for all. We work year-round to create an experience that benefits both you and your camper.

Location: 

South Mountain YMCA
13 Jefferson Avenue, Maplewood

Ages: 

YKnots 1 Pre-K. 
YKnots 2 Kindergarten and entering 1st grade
 

Day and Time:

June 23- August 22
M-F from 7:30am-3:30pm
Aftercare available from 3:30-6:30p.m. for an additional fee.
Member $100
Community $110
$35 change fee
Financial Assistance Available

Director: Taheerah Hector 

Listed are 2025 Camp Rates. Early Bird is last year’s rates. Limited time only.

Rates:

Yknots 1  
Down Payment  $100
Member Fee  $536
Community Fee  $566
   
Yknots 2  
Down Payment  $100
Member Fee  $536
Community Fee  $566
   

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More Info

Siblings attending other Y camps can be accommodated with drop-off time.


Information & Forms

 
Special Events:
Halloween show
Kids Music Decades Dj party
Choo Choo Magic show
Foam Party
Dinosaurs Alive
Mother Goof interactive Storytelling
Sports Circus
Slime party
Super Bubble Fu
Reptile Show
Circus Extravaganza
Roco's Madcap Science

Camp Cell Phone Number: 862.400.8994 
Our staff will have a camp cell phone that will be active during camp hours. This phone is to be used for urgent information only. If you have questions regarding camp details, contact the camp director via email or contact our Welcome Center at: 973-762-4145.


Parent Shout-Outs:

"I want first of all to tell you how grateful we are to your entire amazing staff and counselors for a wonderful summer. Sam had such a great time and it was such a relief to know that he was happy (more than just happy though--ecstatic) during what could have been a very difficult transition into becoming a big brother. He made some really good friends this summer... Thank you"!

"In two months our son grew so much- he became so responsible, learned how to show he cared for others, found his place and voice in larger group settings, and had so much fun along the way. The counselors … were amazing…mature and professional…and we felt he was in the best hands. THANK YOU!!"

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