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SUMMER CAMPS

The RARITAN BAY AREA YMCA provides safe, affordable, and fun day camps for preschool, elementary school, and middle school youth. The camp experience is one of wonder, exploration, learning, and fun! At camp, kids live and learn the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Our Camps:

Summer Stars Day Camp (Ages 3-12)
Enrichment Camp (Ages 6-12)
Inclusive Summer Camp (Ages 6-12)
Teen Camp (Grades 6-9)
Youth Leaders & Junior Counselors in Training (Ages 13-15)

What’s the Difference Between Summer Stars Day Camp & Enrichment Camp?

🌟 Summer Stars Day Camp (Ages 3–12)

A traditional day camp held at the Rose M. Lopez Elementary School and Ignacio Cruz Early Childhood Center
Daily fun activities and special trips
Includes preschool and kindergarten students

🎨 Enrichment Camp (Ages 6-12)

A specialized camp held at the YMCA, with different themes each week
Smaller groups with personalized attention
Structured lesson plans, daily activities, and swim skill development

Both camps provide a safe, engaging, and fun-filled summer experience—choose the one that’s best for your child!

SUMMER STARS DAY CAMP
(Ages 3-12)

DETAILS:

Dates:
- June 29 - August 21
Hours:
- Regular Day: 8:30am-4:00pm
- Before Care*: 7:30am-8:30am (additional fee)
- After Care*: 4:00pm-6:00pm (additional fee)
Locations:
- Preschool - Ignacio Cruz E.C.C., 601 Cortland Street, Perth Amboy, NJ
- School Age - Rose M. Lopez School, 435 Seaman Street, Perth Amboy, NJ

**FEES*:**

Registration Fee:
- $30.00 (Fee waived until May 2nd)
Weekly Fee: (does not include before/after care)
- Preschool: $180.00/Members $200/Community-Members
- School Age $170.00/Members $190/Community-Members
  - Before Care: +$20/week
  - After Care: +$30/week
  - B&A Combo: +$40/week ($10 savings!)

15% sibling savings & financial assistance available. Sibling savings does not apply to Before & Aftercare. 3rd party subsidy accepted.

*The Y believes cost should never deter someone from attending our programs. For this reason we offer financial assistance to those in need. Click here for more information and to apply online.

CONTACT:

Marivel Ramirez
mramirez@rbaymca.org
732.442.3632 ext. 6512

Analia Martinez
amartinez@rbaymca.org
732.442.3632 ext. 6520

DOCUMENTS:

ENRICHMENT CAMP
(Ages 6-12)

DETAILS:

Enrichment Day Camp Dates:
- June 29 - August 7
Camp Hours:
- Regular Day: 8:30am-4:00pm
- Before Care*: 7:30am-8:30am (additional fee)
  - Takes place at the YMCA
- After Care*: 4:00pm-6:00pm (additional fee)
  - Takes place at the Rose M. Lopez School (walking distance from the YMCA)
Camp Locations:
- Raritan Bay Area YMCA, 357 New Brunswick Ave. Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

**FEES*:**

Registration Fee:
- $30.00 (Fee waived until May 4th)
Weekly Fee: (does not include before/after care)
- $220/Members
- $250/ Community-Members
Before Care & After Care:
- Before Care: +$20/week
- After Care: +$30/week
- B&A Combo: +$40/week ($10 savings!)

*The Y believes cost should never deter someone from attending our programs. For this reason we offer financial assistance to those in need, for more information please contact Lorna Rifkin, 732.442.3632 ext. 6517.

ENRICHMENT CAMP ACTIVITIES

Our enrichment camp focus and activities change each week, bringing something new and exciting while giving youth the chance to dive into fresh experiences and build new skills!

Aqua Galaxy Camp
Blast off into a universe of water fun! Campers will swim and overcome obstacle courses, race in meteor-inspired relays, and complete interstellar challenges. A week of out-of-this-world pool adventures awaits!

Sports Camp
Join us for an action-packed sports-themed camp, led by a seasoned college soccer coach and an experienced basketball instructor. Campers will build skills, boost confidence, and have a blast on and off the court/field!

Olympics Swim Camp
Experience the Olympics right in the pool! Campers will train like elite athletes, compete in Olympic-style races and relays and take on exciting water challenges inspired by real Olympic events. From teamwork to sportsmanship, every activity celebrates the spirit of the Games, giving every swimmer a chance to shine like a champion!

Performing Arts Camp
Campers will explore the basics of acting through games, improvisation, and script work, building creativity, focus, and teamwork. They'll learn to analyze performances—both their own and others'—and showcase their skills in a final performance for families on the last day of the week.

Restaurant & STEM Camp
In this camp, kids build real-world skills by creating résumés, applying for jobs, and practicing interviews—all while preparing to launch their own restaurant. They'll explore measurements and food science, culminating in a closing-day event where the lobby transforms into a restaurant and campers serve parents brunch.

Martial Arts & Dance Camp
The camp will focus on using martial arts for anti-bullying and self-defense, led by a 3rd degree black belt. Your child will also explore various dance styles like afro-dance, reggaeton, and salsa, while expressing themselves through movement. They'll be encouraged to step, shuffle, strut, and have fun as they get "jiggy with it!"

CONTACT:

Brenda Guilles
bguilles@rbaymca.org
732.442.3632 ext. 6530

DOCUMENTS:

INCLUSIVE SUMMER CAMP
(Ages 6-12)

Participation in our inclusive summer camp program requires youth to have already completed registration with the NJ Children’s System of Care (PerformCare) and to be ‘DD eligible’. It is crucial to note that the duration for eligibility determination varies based on multiple factors and is subject to PerformCare's discretion. For eligibility details, please contact PerformCare at 1-877-652-7624.

Our inclusive camp offers the same weekly fun and activities as our enrichment camp (see the chart and weekly camps listed above).

DETAILS:

Inclusive Camp Dates:
- June 29 - August 7 (2 weeks at no cost for eligible youth, through PerformCare)
  - Application deadline: June 30
Camp Hours:
- Regular Day: 8:30am-4:00pm
Camp Locations:
- Raritan Bay Area YMCA, 357 New Brunswick Ave. Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

FEES:

Youth whom are eligible and registered for services via the Division of Developmental Disabilities will have the invaluable opportunity to participate in the summer camp program for two weeks, at no cost to the parent(s). Parents do have the option to extend the length of camp participation beyond the two weeks but will be responsible for all camp dues.

CONTACT:

Alejandrina Batista
abatista@rbaymca.org
732.442.3632 ext. 6514

DOCUMENTS:

TEEN CAMP
(Grades 6-9)

DETAILS:

Teen Camp Dates:
- July 1 - July 31
Camp Hours:
- 8:00am-4:00pm
Camp Locations:
- TBD

CONTACT:

Kyle Vandenberg
kvandenberg@rbaymca.org
732.442.3632 ext. 6508

YOUTH LEADERS & JUNIOR COUNSELORS IN TRAINING

YOUTH LEADERS IN TRAINING PROGRAM
Pre-teens (age 13)
Fee: $150

Youth Leaders in Training is an exclusive program designed to give students (13 years of age) an innovative summer program that focuses on leadership training, teamwork, self-government, and volunteer opportunities to help build confidence and connections. Youth Leaders In Training consists of leadership training and actual work experience with a small group of campers under the supervision of a YMCA staff person. The program will give youth the opportunity to take on the roles of leaders while in the Summer Day Camp.

Your child will:

Meet other youth
Build new skills
Participate in your community programming
Plan for the future
Obtain innovative skills through public speaking

JUNIOR COUNSELOR IN TRAINING
Teens (ages 14-15)
Fee: $150

The Junior Counselor in Training Program is designed to give students (14-15 years of age, grades 8 through 10) the opportunity to learn and develop leadership and program skills while in the Summer Day Camp Program. This program is for those students who are interested in learning about leadership and responsibility. The program consists of training and actual work experience with a small group of campers under the supervision of a YMCA staff person. Maturity and a sincere desire to work with children are essential.

All participants have the opportunity to shadow our day camp leaders and develop leadership skills. Space is limited.