West Essex YMCA

Summer Teen Adventure 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.


Teens in 7th-9th grade are learning to make decisions about the world on their own and need caring adults to provide guidance along the way. Our Teen Adventure Camp is designed to develop decision-making skills in young teens by encouraging positive values and providing challenging, fun and character-building experiences. 

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Camp guide

Location:

Livingston High School and West Essex YMCA

Ages: 

Entering grades 7-9

Day and Time: 

June 25 - August 15 (8 weeks)
M-F 9 - 5p.m.
Before and After Camp Care (Included in camp fee): 7:30a.m. - 9a.m. & 5p.m. - 6p.m.

Rates:

Teen Adventure Camp
 
Down Payment $100/week
Member Fee $646/week
Community Fee $673/week
   
Save 10% of listed rates with a Family Membership  
No Camp July 4th  

 

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Calendar & Themes


Camper-to-Staff Ratio: 10 to 1


Campers will be on field trips 2-3 days per week and on-site for the other days.

Weekly Themes:
Each week of camp includes teen-appropriate team-building exercises, games, crafts, and community service projects as well as workshops and presentations.

  • Sports Clinics- Soccer, Golf, Basketball
  • Bicycle/Skateboard Shows
  • Music Programs
  • S.T.E.A.M. workshops
  • Art Education places such as: Painting, pottery classes, photography
  • Leadership/personal growth workshops
  • Field trips will take place 2-3 days per week

Forms:

Permission to Give Medication
Permission to Walk Home


Camp Director: Jeremy Lastra, 973-992-7500 ext 1707

WEY Camp RegistrarZachary Gurmankin, 973-992-7500 Ext 1719 


Y Membership: 
Register online for camp. A current West Essex YMCA membership throughout the length of camp participation is required at the time of registration to secure membership rates, otherwise the Community Member rate will apply. The balance for all camp is due in full 60 days prior to the 1st day of the camp session your child is attending, or your child's spot in camp may be opened up to the wait list and your deposit will be forfeited. Join today!  

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Contact Us

 

MEET THE STAFF
Jeremy Lastra

Jay has overseen camps throughout NJ for the last 15 years. During the school year he oversees the West Essex YMCA’s Before and After School Programs in Livingston and Roseland. Jay will oversee all day-to-day operations of Super Summer and Teen Adventure Camp this year. To Jay, camp builds confidence, friendships, and communities. He is excited to take children on the magical journey of camp.


Reviews:

"I was pleasantly surprised of all the great trips that they offered. The camp is well-planned and it was a relief to me as a working parent not leaving my child to hang out at home or at a friend's house but be with kids her own age having fun, socializing, and learning!" - Teen Adventure Camp parent.

"I had a blast!  The counselors were so cool and relatable. The trips were fun and I learned so much on each trip.  I can't wait to go back this summer!" - Teen Adventure Camper (8th grade)

"I made a lot of new friends. I was a little nervous not knowing anyone but the counselors and the other kids made me feel right at home. I enjoyed myself last year and am inviting some of my friends from school this summer." -Teen Adventure Camper (7th grade)