SUMMER CAMP

Click the links below for Camp YOMECA 2026 Registration Forms and Helpful Resources

• Camp YOMECA 2026 Registration Form
• Camp YOMECA 2026 Parent Handbook
• Camp YOMECA 2026 Activity Calendar 
• Why Camp YOMECA?
• Camp YOMECA Full Description and Facilities Tour 

Camp Parent Orientation Dates - 

Parent Orientation Day is designed to give families a complete overview of our camp experience. Whether this is your child’s first time at camp or they’re returning for another exciting summer, this session ensures that you have all the information needed for a smooth and successful start.

• June 17th 2026 - 6:30pm-7:30pm 
• June 18th 2026 - 6:30pm-7:30pm

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Add-Ons – Sports Clinics (1:00–4:00 PM)
Enhance your week at camp with our afternoon Sports Clinics! You can add these clinics to your full-week camp registration for an additional fee, or enroll in the clinics alone from 1:00–4:00 PM.

Weekly Sessions	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	Total Weeks
	July 6-	July 13-	July 20-	July 27-	Aug 3-	Aug 10-	Aug 17-	Aug 24-
	Jul-10	Jul-17	Jul-24	Jul-31	Aug-07	Aug-14	Aug-21	Aug-28
	Basketball	Basketball	Tennis	Tennis	Soccer	Soccer	Volleyball	Volleyball
Achievers (grades 1-3)	$75		$75		$75		$75
Achievers (grades 3-5)	$75		$75		$75		$75
Adventurers (grades 5- 7		$75	Aquatics Camp- $150 - 9am-12pm	$75	Aquatics Camp- $150 - 9am-12pm	$75	Aquatics Camp- $150 - 9am-12pm	$75
Voyagers (grades 6-8)		$75	Aquatics Camp- $150 - 9am-12pm	$75	Aquatics Camp- $150 - 9am-12pm	$75	Aquatics Camp- $150 - 9am-12pm	$75

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Our all-inclusive pricing structure includes:

• Extended Day (before care is 7am to 9am, after care is 4pm to 6pm)

• All activity fees included

• Daily swim instruction and recreation swim included 

• Year-round YMCA-trained staff

• NJ-licensed and ACA accreditation means:

  • Low ratios

  • Safe procedures

  • Child abuse prevention training

  • CPR/First Aid certification

CIT PROGRAM

The CIT program is a teen mentorship initiative designed for campers aged 13 to 15. It focuses on nurturing essential leadership skills applicable to various life situations. Through the program, teens will discover and enhance their strengths, identify areas for improvement, and foster connections with fellow participants. CITs undergo comprehensive training in childcare, gain expertise in resume writing and interviewing, and acquire hands-on experience in camper engagement within the YMCA community. Each week culminates in a special field trip, enriching the learning experience.

WHAT DOES BEING ACCREDITED BY THE AMERICAN CAMP ASSOCIATION MEAN? 

Our ACA-Accredited Camps have 50 years of parent trust behind them. Accreditation identifies those programs which offer a solid foundation of health, safety, and program quality; assurance that we comply with up to 300 health, safety, and program quality standards; and solid proof of our accountability, credibility, and commitment. It demonstrates that we have gone to great lengths, have been evaluated, and have passed the test! 

ABOUT TRADITIONAL YMCA CAMP

At YMCA Summer Camp, children enjoy an unforgettable experience filled with adventure, friendship, and personal growth. Camp provides a welcoming environment where campers can build confidence, develop new skills, discover their interests, and create lasting memories while feeling safe, supported, and included.

Each day is packed with engaging, age-appropriate activities designed to encourage creativity, teamwork, independence, and physical activity. Campers participate in a variety of exciting experiences that promote social development, character building, and fun. Weekly schedules will be emailed to families.

 

 

 

Common Camp Activities (not limited to these): Archery, Basketball, Soccer, Hockey, GaGa, Kickball, Wiffle Ball, Volleyball, Newcomb, Ultimate Frisbee, Archery, Fitness, Yoga, Dance, Drama, Cooking, Outdoor Living Skills, Arts and Crafts, Nature, Field Games, Songs, Swimming, Tumbling, Flag Football, Tennis, Team Handball, Four Square, Character Development, Reading, Drawing, and Science.

SWIM LESSONS (Offered each day at camp)

Swimming is part of our regular camp schedule, and it helps us incorporate fitness and enjoyment into your child’s day. Campers participate in YMCA swim lessons and recreational swim daily. Swimming will take place at Brookside Swim Club in Milltown for all age groups. All campers will be bused to the swim club from the YMCA.

Campers will be swimming regularly so a bathing suit, towel, sunscreen and a change of clothes are required. If suits are worn to camp please do not forget to pack under garments to allow for a dry, comfortable rest of the day. Goggles will be allowed during swim time.

*Safety is our number one priority. YMCA certified instructors and lifeguards are on duty for ALL swim sessions.

CAMP DATES    

Sessions are offered from June 22nd to September 4th, 2026 to cover the entire summer until school begins. Yep, we LOVE CAMP!...It’s really the ENTIRE SUMMER!!! You can register for each week individually, meaning you only pay for the weeks you want.

CAMP HOURS

Summer camp hours are from 7:00am to 6:00pm. The main hours for our weekly activities are from 9:00am to 4:00pm. 

AM Care is between 7:00am-9:00am and PM Care is between 4:00pm-6:00pm, which includes care and several supervised activity options. These additional hours are included with the cost of camp, at no additional charge.

REGISTRATION & PAYMENT PROCESSES

All forms need to be completed at time of registration and no later than Wednesday for the following week, pending availability to ensure we can plan for the safe arrival of your child. Current Y membership and deposit (deposit counts toward the total camp fee) is required at registration. The remaining balance is due on the dates stated in the registration form.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Special events are age-appropriate and fun to ensure an exciting summer and are chosen based on a variety of factors including but not limited to: safety, ratio requirements, and educational value. The calendar will be published on this page when available.

SET UP A TOUR WITH OUR CAMP DIRECTOR

Several Camp Open Houses are planned throughout the year to meet camp staff and see camp facilities (weather pending). Visit the top of this webpage for current dates/times. To answer all questions and concerns, we're happy to meet with all families! A meeting with the Camp Director is a great start to the camp decision process. To schedule a meeting, please email Preeti Srivastava at psrivastava@raritanvalleyymca.org.

STAFF AND SUPERVISION

All staff are carefully screened and selected for their character and skills working with children. They undergo a criminal background check, fingerprinting, and comprehensive training. Education, practical experiences, outstanding references, as well as an understanding of children's developmental stages are looked at very closely. Junior Counselors are 16 or 17 years old and are never left alone in direct supervision of the children. All Senior Counselors are over 18 years and are selected based upon their experience with children, their personal character, responsibility, and enthusiasm. Counselors-In-Training (CITs) are not counted in the supervision ratios. Volunteer staff may be used to support programming and special needs participants, but are never left alone with campers unless previously trained and cleared by our YMCA.

For swimming, additional swim instructors and lifeguards are added to increase supervision. For specialty programs such as archery and outdoor living skills, a program specialist is added both to direct the activity safely and to supplement the supervision ratio.

Our low staff-to-child ratios meet NJ State and ACA requirements. Small groups mean more individual attention for each child. Counselors and Directors alike will foster a mentoring relationship with each child and work to create open and honest communication, working with parents to develop effective techniques for bringing out the best in every child. 

 

Camp YOMECA  partners with PerformCare to provide Financial Support toward Summer Camp Tuition. Youth who are eligible for services through PerformCare for Camp YOMECA are primarily between the ages of 5 and 13 (up to his or her 13th birthday), reside in the State of New Jersey and have an emotional or serious mental health or behavioral need. 

The youth is eligible for Camp YOMECA under PerformCare if: 

1. The youth is deemed eligible for CSOC developmental disability (DD) services. 

2. The youth is under the age of 13 and will not turn 13 before the end of the camp dates selected for reimbursement. 

3. The youth resides at home with a caregiver. 

Youth are eligible for CSOC Financial Support toward Summer Camp Tuition only during the period of time in which they are not eligible to attend an extended school-year program. 

Please click on link below for more information about PerformCare.

https://www.performcarenj.org/pdf/families/disability/csoc-summer-camp-faq.pdf