CAMP STAR AT HILLSBOROUGH YMCA

Camp STAR at Hillsborough YMCA offers so many wonderful camp options. We have something for every kind of child at every age with both traditional multi-activity and specialty camp options. Mix and match from traditional, arts, STEM, and sports camp options for children entering Kindergarten through 10th grade in September! And no matter which camp(s) you choose, you can feel great knowing that your campers are getting the quality day camp experience they expect from the nation’s largest nonprofit child care provider.

Our camp directors have been hard at work whipping up a memorable experience for all our campers. Get ready to enjoy the familiar, fun, and exciting summer day camp experience you’ve come to expect from the Y, including:

  • 10-week program that runs 5 days per week, Monday, June 24th through Friday, August 30th
  • For campers entering grades K-10 in September 2024
  • Regular camp hours: 8:30am-4:30pm
    • Before care hours: 7:00am-8:30am
    • After care hours: 4:30pm-6:30pm
  • Camp location: Hillsborough YMCA, 19 E Mountain Rd, Hillsborough Township, NJ 08844
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2024 DAY CAMP OPTIONS

Traditional Multi-Activity Day Camps

KINDERCAMP

Traditional Multi-Activity Camp
  • Camp STAR’s KinderCamp is an indoor/outdoor multi-activity traditional camp for campers entering Kindergarten in September 2024
  • Register for one or more weeks Monday, June 24th through Friday, August 30th
  • KinderCampers feel like true members of the camp community as they take part in the full spectrum of activities that engage and entertain campers, including opening/closing ceremonies and theme days here at Camp STAR, while still having a separate age-appropriate schedule
  • Through our inclusive day camp experience, KinderCampers develop social skills and make new friends
  • KinderCamp includes an educational portion to the camp day with activities are designed to stimulate and encourage grade level-appropriate critical thinking skills. Our goal is to help get KinderCampers ready to enter the public schools in September!
  • Kinder Campers have the option to attend the weekly camp trip each Wednesday.
  • Theme days are wildly popular at Camp STAR. Campers and counselors alike get in on the action and dress the part!
  • KinderCampers gain the courage and confidence as life-long swimmers through their participation in daily swim lessons and daily recreational swim time in our indoor pool, included at no additional cost. Children should bring a bathing suit and towel each day.
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TRADITIONAL DAY CAMP

Traditional Multi-Activity Camp
  • Traditional day camp is for campers entering grades K-7 in September 2024
  • Camp STAR’s popular, outdoor multi-activity day camp offers a broad array of activities that engage, challenge, and entertain.
  • Register for one or more weeks Monday, June 24th through Friday, August 30th
  • Our skilled counselors lead campers in fun, age-appropriate individual and small group activities in the areas of Arts & HumanitiesScience & Nature, and Sports & Games
  • Camp STAR’s intentional approach to team building helps campers develop the social skills that build long lasting friendships as they learn to work together through daily activities and engage collaboratively with different perspectives.
  • Theme days are wildly popular at Camp STAR. Campers and counselors alike get in on the action and dress the part!
  • Swim time in our indoor pool is included at no additional cost. Children should bring a bathing suit and towel each day.
  • At Camp STAR, we proactively address the dreaded academic summer slump by including an educational portion to the camp day with reading time as well as academic brain game activities designed to stimulate and encourage grade level-appropriate critical thinking skills.
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SAMPLE WEEKLY CAMP TRIPS (each Wednesday)

Grades K-3rd

  • WEEK 1: Chuck E. Cheese
  • WEEK 2: Turtleback Zoo
  • WEEK 3: Splashplex
  • WEEK 4: Jankinsons
  • WEEK 5: Urban Air
  • WEEK 6: Digger Land
  • WEEK 7: Liberty Science Center
  • WEEK 8: Please Touch Museum 
  • WEEK 9: Crayola Factory 
  • WEEK 10: Dave & Busters

Grades 4th-CIT

  • WEEK 1: Fireball Mountain
  • WEEK 2: Philadelphia Zoo
  • WEEK 3: Dorney Park
  • WEEK 4: Jenkinsons Boardwalk 
  • WEEK 5: Urban Air
  • WEEK 6: Big Kahunas
  • WEEK 7: Museum of Natural History
  • WEEK 8: Statue of Liberty
  • WEEK 9: Rock Climbing
  • WEEK 10: Dave & Busters

2024 WEEKLY THEMES

  • WEEK 1 (6/24-6/38): Disney Day
    • Traditional (Grades K-7) & CIT Session 1
    • Specialty: Ooey Gooey (1st-3rd Grade) & Future Teachers(4th-7th Grade)
  • WEEK 2 (7/1-7/5) Holiday’s in July
    • Traditional (Grades K-7) & CIT Session 1
    • Specialty: Little Einstein’s (1st-3rd Grade)
    • Sports: JV Soccer (1st-3rd Grade)
  • WEEK 3 (7/8-7/12) Beach Bash 
    • Traditional (Grades K-7) & CIT Session 2
    • Specialty: Pint Sized Picasso (1st-3rd Grade) & Advanced Art (4th-7th Grade)
    • Sports: Varsity Basketball (4th – 7th Grade)
  • WEEK 4 (7/15-7/19) Color Wars
    • Traditional (Grades K-7) & CIT Session 2
    • Specialty: Princesses and Knights (1st – 3rd Grade) & Lego/Robotics (4th-7th grade)
    • Sports: JV Basketball(1st-3rd Grade)
  • WEEK 5 (7/22-7/26) Around the World
    • Traditional (Grades K-7) & CIT Session 3
    • Specialty: Sculpting/Pottery (4th-7th Grade)
    • Sports: Dance Camp (1st – 7th Grade)
  • WEEK 6 (7/29-8/2) Camp Rodeo
    • Traditional (Grades K-7) & CIT Session 3
    • Specialty: Future Vets (4th-7th Grade)
    • Sports: Water Games Jr. (1st-3rd Grade)
  • WEEK 7 (8/5-8/9) Camp STAR’s Got Talent
    • Traditional (Grades K-7) & CIT Session 4
    • Specialty: Extreme Room Makeover (4th-7th Grade)
    • Sports: Gymnastics (1st-7th Grade)
  • WEEK 8 (8/12-8/16) Carnival Day 
    • Traditional (Grades K-7) & CIT Session 4
    • Specialty: Eco-Expedition (4th-7th Grade)
    • Sports: Martial Arts (1st-3rd Grade)
  • WEEK 9 (8/19-8/23) Space Expedition
    • Traditional (Grades K-7) & CIT Session 5
    • Specialty: Culinary Creations (4th-7th Grade)
    • Sports: Swim Camp (3rd-7th Grade)
  • WEEK 10 (8/26-8/30) Farewell 
    • Traditional (Grades K-7) & CIT Session 5

COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING (CIT) PROGRAM

Traditional Multi-Activity Camp
Teen Option
  • Camp STAR’s signature Counselor in Training (CIT) program is for participants entering grades 8-10 in September 2024
  • Offered Monday, June 24th through Friday, August 30th during all 10 weeks of camp at Hillsborough YMCA in five 2-week sessions 
  • The CIT Program will operate in conjunction with our Traditional Camp
  • Camp STAR’s CIT Program is designed for mature and enthusiastic teens who are interested in developing 21st century leadership skills while working with children
  • Program participants engage in select experiential opportunities such as leadership training and social responsibility projects
  • CITs gain valuable firsthand experience working with children of various ages, become skilled in behavior management, and gain a real-world perspective that will serve them well in any field of employment
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Sports Camps

  • Camp STAR’s popular sports-themed specialty camps are terrific opportunities for campers to explore their talents, build new skills, and foster a sense of teamwork! It is a perfect way to add variety to their summer camp experience as they learn and grow.
  • Sports Camps are for campers entering grades 1-8 in September 2024
  • Register for one or more weeks Monday, June 24th through Friday, August 30th
  • Camp STAR’s intentional approach to team building helps campers develop the social skills that build long lasting friendships as they learn to work together through daily activities and engage collaboratively with different perspectives.
  • Swim time in our indoor pool is included at no additional cost. Children should bring a bathing suit and towel each day.
  • At Camp STAR, we proactively address the dreaded academic summer slump by including an educational portion to the camp day with reading time as well as academic brain game activities designed to stimulate and encourage grade level-appropriate critical thinking skills.

BASKETBALL – JV

Sports Specialty Camp
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  • Offered for campers entering grades 1-3 in September 2024
  • Campers slam dunk into basketball with the organization that invented the game – the Y!
  • Perfect for our younger campers who are looking to get into or practice their basketball skills more while having fun and meeting new friends!
  • Basketball Camp at Camp STAR teaches the skills and fundamentals to be successful while competing in daily contests and games
  • Campers practice drills to learn core skills in the game, working on dribbling, passing, defense, shooting and more
  • Campers are divided into 2-4 equally matched groups of mixed ability for team play in a mini tournament
  • Our coaches work with campers according to their ability level and every camper will have the opportunity to play – beginners welcome!
  • Teamwork and good sportsmanship are reinforced during play

BASKETBALL – VARSITY

Sports Specialty Camp
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  • Offered for campers entering grades 4-7 in September 2024
  • Basketball Camp at Camp STAR teaches the skills and fundamentals to be successful while competing in daily contests and games
  • Campers practice drills to improve core skills in the game and learn techniques, working on dribbling, passing, defense, shooting and more
  • Our coaches work with campers according to their ability level and every camper will have the opportunity to play – experienced players’ skills will be challenged
  • Campers are divided into 2-4 equally matched groups of mixed ability for team play in a mini tournament
  • Teamwork and good sportsmanship are reinforced during play
  • Perfect for our older campers who are looking to get into or practice their basketball skills more while having fun and meeting new friends!

FLAG FOOTBALL

Sports Specialty Camp
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  • Offered for campers entering grades 4-7 in September 2024
  • Develop and fine-tune your spiral pass with Flag Football!
  • Campers in this high-energy, coed camp work on passing and running drills to build core skills – sure to encourage campers to work as a team
  • Team play in the form of friendly daily games helps campers improve ball control and skill work in cutting and throwing while encouraging sportsmanship and building team work
  • Campers are divided into equally matched groups of mixed ability for team play
  • Every camper will have the opportunity to play. Beginners are welcome and the experienced players’ skills will be challenged
  • This camp is perfect to help prepare campers for the upcoming fall football season

LITTLE GYMNASTICS

Sports Specialty Camp
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  • Offered for campers entering grades 1-3 in September 2024
  • JV Gymnastics teaches the basics and safety of tumbling, cartwheels, and the foundations of gymnastics.
  • Campers learn the ins and outs of the sport, including tumbling, balance beam, and floor.
  • Counselors support campers in developing their individual strength, flexibility and coordination while building on their tumbling skills on the Y’s gymnastics floor mats.
  • Working on these skills throughout the week campers grow their skills, abilities, and self-confidence!
  • Recommended attire: A leotard or comfortable gym clothing. Hair must be tied back. No jewelry.
  • This camp is perfect as a springboard to prepare for further instruction in gymnastics and/or the Y’s competitive gymnastics team in Somerville

BIG GYMNASTICS

Sports Specialty Camp
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  • Offered for campers entering grades 4-7 in September 2024
  • Varsity Gymnastics campers benefit from increasing strength, flexibility and coordination while building on tumbling, balance beam, and floor skills.
  • Counselors support campers in developing their individual strength, flexibility and coordination while building on their skills on the Y’s gymnastics floor mats.
  • Working on these skills throughout the week campers grow their skills, abilities, and self-confidence!
  • Recommended attire: A leotard or comfortable gym clothing. Hair must be tied back. No jewelry.
  • This camp is perfect as a springboard to prepare for further instruction in gymnastics and/or the Y’s competitive gymnastics team in Somerville

MARTIAL ARTS

Sports Specialty Camp
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  • Offered for campers entering grades 1-3 in September 2024
  • Martial Arts campers are introduced to the basics of Tae Kwon Do, martial arts.
  • Taught by one of our awesome black-belt counselors, campers learn foundational moves as well as teamwork, self control, and respect.

SOCCER – JV

Sports Specialty Camp
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  • Offered for campers entering grades 1-3 in September 2024
  • Campers get to go to the fields daily and practice their soccer skills with our experienced counselors while having fun and meeting friends!
  • JV Soccer camp teaches the fundamentals of soccer, team building and technical skills in a fun and non-competitive environment while encouraging a love of the game
  • Each morning focuses on skill work like dribbling, passing, shooting and defending on the field, while the afternoons are set aside for friendly game play to improve ball control and reinforce skill work
  • Campers are divided into equally matched groups of mixed ability for team play
  • Every camper will have the opportunity to play – beginners are welcome
  • JV Soccer Camp helps campers get ready for the upcoming soccer season

SOCCER – VARSITY

Sports Specialty Camp
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  • Offered for campers entering grades 4-7 in September 2024
  • Varsity Soccer camp advances the fundamentals of soccer, team building and technical skills in a fun and non-competitive environment while encouraging a love of the game
  • Each morning focuses on skill work like dribbling, passing, shooting and defending on the field, while the afternoons are set aside for friendly game play to improve ball control and reinforce skill work
  • Campers are divided into equally matched groups of mixed ability for team play
  • This is the perfect camp for our older campers to perfect their soccer skills while having fun and meeting new friends
  • Varsity Soccer Camp helps campers get ready for the upcoming soccer season

WATER GAMES JR.

Sports Specialty Camp
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  • Offered for campers entering grades 1-3 in September 2024
  • Get ready to be wet in the non-stop fun of Water Games Camp! Campers spend their days playing a variety of awesomely wet water games both in the pool and outside while also working on critical swimming skills and water safety to boost confidence in and around water
  • Activities in the pool include wet and wild relay races, pool volleyball and much more!
  • On land campers let loose with friendly water balloon fights and play games like “Drip Drip Drop” – our take on the classic “Duck Duck Goose” game
  • The Y supplies the beach balls, balloons, pool noodles, splash balls, and more for a soaking good time on land and in the water!
  • In addition to all the water-centric excitement, campers gain the courage and confidence as life-long swimmers through their participation in daily recreational swim time
  • Campers must be at least a yellow band to participate in deep-end pool-based activities. All campers are swim tested to assess ability.
  • Children should bring a bathing suit and towel each day as well as a change of clothes

Specialty Camps

  • Camp STAR’s popular themed specialty camps are terrific opportunities for campers to explore their creativity and pursue passions in science, art, technology, performing arts and more! It is a perfect way to add variety to their summer camp experience as they learn and grow.
  • Enrichment Camps are for campers entering Kindergarten – 10th grade in September 2024
  • Register for one or more weeks Monday, June 24th through Friday, August 30th
  • Camp STAR’s intentional approach to team building helps campers develop the social skills that build long lasting friendships as they learn to work together through daily activities and engage collaboratively with different perspectives.
  • Swim time in our indoor pool is included at no additional cost. Children should bring a bathing suit and towel each day.
  • At Camp STAR, we proactively address the dreaded academic summer slump by including an educational portion to the camp day with reading time as well as academic brain game activities designed to stimulate and encourage grade level-appropriate critical thinking skills.

ART – ADVANCED

Enrichment Specialty Camp
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  • Offered for campers entering grades 4-7 in September 2024
  • Art is everywhere and art is for everyone in Advanced Art Camp! 
  • Campers with advanced skill levels are exposed to a wide variety of art forms and mediums as they develop their inner artist and create truly unique works in this popular camp
  • The use of acrylic paints, pencils, charcoal, pastels, self-drying clay and more are actively explored by campers as they engage in the creative process creating everything from a traditional still life and nature scene to comics and an imaginative self-portrait
  • Art campers learn about different mediums in a way that will stretch the imagination
  • At the end of the week, parents and fellow campers are invited to a special gallery-style art show to admire the talent and hard work of our artists—after which they get to take home their creative works!

CULINARY CREATIONS

Enrichment Specialty Camp
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  • Offered for campers entering grades 4-7 in September 2024
  • Culinary Creations Camp offers hands-on creative cooking experience under supervision with a healthy helping of fun!
  • Parents can pack light on the food for campers this week—providing just enough snacks and a water bottle for their children
  • Every day in Culinary Creations Camp, campers will prepare two meals: a hearty, healthy breakfast and lunch.
  • Kids will learn about nutrition, recipes, and foundational techniques in the kitchen
  • Rooted in the proven CATCH curriculum, children learn about appropriate serving sizes and healthy portions while developing a healthy weekly menu in this food-centric camp.
  • Campers’ ingenuity will be on display as they use basic cooking equipment like griddles and mixing bowls to serve up hearty and healthy food items to eat! Culinary Creations Camp culminates in each camper taking home their very own collection of recipes from camp to make at home with an adult
  • Campers will leave with a newfound love for cooking as well as the skills and confidence to safely prepare delicious meals
  • Additional information for parents: There will be no use of open flames and all chopping will be done by our instructors for safety. Egg, milk and flour ingredients will be used in this food-based camp. Please advise your counselor in advance of any food allergies. Culinary Creations Camp is not vegan-friendly and not gluten-free. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate these eating styles. Camp STAR is a nut-free environment.
  • Recommended attire: A smock, oversize shirt, or other clothing that can get messy.

DANCE – BEGINNER

Enrichment Specialty Camp
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  • Offered for campers entering grades 1-3 in September 2024
  • Camp STAR’s Beginner Dance Camp encourages campers to be physically active and have fun while gaining confidence in dance skills and learning stage presence
  • Aspiring spend the week moving to the music—learning everything from basic ballet through jazz and hip hop styles of dance
  • Each week Beginner Dance campers learn the choreography for two or more routines
  • At the end of the week, our Dance Camp puts on a show-stopping performance for fellow campers and parents
  • All are welcome – this camp is perfect preparation for aspiring dancers ready for further instruction in dance at the Y

DANCE – ADVANCED

Enrichment Specialty Camp
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  • Offered for campers entering grades 4-7 in September 2024
  • Intermediate and experienced dancers alike spend the week moving to the music—learning everything from basic ballet through jazz and hip hop styles of dance
  • Each week Advanced Dance campers learn the choreography for two or more routines
  • At the end of the week, our Dance Camp puts on a show-stopping performance for fellow campers and parents
  • Camp STAR’s Advanced Dance Camp encourages campers to be physically active and have fun while gaining confidence in dance skills and learning stage presence
  • All are welcome – this camp is perfect for aspiring dancers ready for further instruction in dance and/or competition teams at the Y

ECO EXPEDITION

Enrichment Specialty Camp
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  • Offered for campers entering grades 4-7 in September 2024
  • Eco Expedition is for the older camper seeking a sense of adventure, independence, and fun while exploring all of nature’s treasures right here in New Jersey!
  • This exciting week of trips includes hiking and exploratory trips to the Sourlands, Duke Farms, the Delaware Water Gap, and more!
  • Eco Expedition campers learn all about the importance of nature preserves and get to experience it firsthand.

FASHION & JEWELRY

Enrichment Specialty Camp
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  • Offered for campers entering grades 4-7 in September 2024
  • Perfect for the camper with a flair for fashion and presence, Fashion & Jewelry camp provides the opportunity to sketch, design, accessorize, tie-dye, and more!
  • Fashion & Jewelry camp culminates in the creation a one-of-a-kind personalized portfolio of fashion and jewelry creations you can take home at the end of the week
  • Campers get hands-on experience creating a multitude of outfits and fashion-forward designer looks to present to the rest of camp at a fashion show to end the session

FUTURE VETS

Enrichment Specialty Camp
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  • Offered for campers entering grades 4-7 in September 2024
  • For the camper with a keen interest in the scaly, furry and feathery, Future Vets Camp is an unforgettable summertime experience!
  • Campers learn about and observe various species up close and each day a new species visits the camp!
  • Focusing on pets and zoo animals, this vet-themed camp provides ample opportunities to strengthen and further explore a camper’s curiosity about animals 
  • Visitors have previously included local veterinarians and different pets ranging from bunnies, birds, cats, and dogs
  • Future Vets campers are exposed to different species, learn about what goes into being a responsible pet owner, and what it means to take care of the world around us
  • Additional veterinary-themed activities in this camp include everything from illustrating why they want to work with animals when they grow up to what kind of animal would campers choose to be

KINGS / KNIGHTS / DRAGONS

Enrichment Specialty Camp
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  • Offered for campers entering grades 1-3 in September 2024
  • Explore the world of Kings, Knights, and Dragons in this magical fairy tale-themed arts and crafts camp.
  • Imaginations soar as campers take part in fantasy-themed craft projects, engaging games, and exciting daily adventures.
  • At the end of the week, Kings/Knights/Dragons campers also enjoy a special royal feast where they get to eat like kings (and knights and dragons!)

LEGO® / ROBOTICS

Enrichment Specialty Camp
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  • Offered for campers entering grades 4-7 in September 2024
  • Making it MOVE is the name of the game at this exciting camp!
  • In LEGO / Robotics, campers are thrilled to see their creations come to life through motion created using LEGO wireless remote controls
  • Each day campers use fascinating and challenging LEGO components to create dynamic vehicles, inventions, machines, and more

LITTLE EINSTEINS

Enrichment Specialty Camp
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  • Offered for campers entering grades 1-3 in September 2024
  • At Camp STAR, Little Einsteins campers’ inquisitive young minds learn the answer to life’s biggest question: Will a Mentos® really make Coke® explode?
  • Campers explore and debunk scientific myths and even conduct their very own mini experiments
  • Little Einsteins get hands-on with a wide variety of materials as they construct secure housings for death-defying egg drops, explore how color can transfers to paper towels to make a rainbow, and more!
  • Campers learn to hypothesize and predict what they think the outcome will be – they then measure and assess the results of each experiment to draw their final conclusions

OOEY GOOEY

Enrichment Specialty Camp
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  • Offered for campers entering grades 1-3 in September 2024
  • Come get your hands dirty in the one, the only Ooey Gooey Camp – where we spend our week creating and experimenting with the ooey-est, gooey-est materials we can find!
  • Campers will spend their days experimenting and creating all day long – playing with everything from Gak® to Play-Doh® to slime
  • Recommended attire: A smock, oversize shirt, or other clothing that can get messy

PINT SIZE PICASSO

Enrichment Specialty Camp
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  • Offered for campers entering grades 1-3 in September 2024
  • Pint Size Picasso campers learn about different mediums in a way that will stretch the imagination
  • Campers with beginner skill levels are exposed to a wide variety of art forms and mediums as they develop their inner artist and create truly unique works in this popular camp
  • The introductory use of acrylic paints, pencils, charcoal, pastels, self-drying clay and more are actively explored by campers as they engage in the creative process creating everything from a traditional still life and nature scene to comics and an imaginative self-portrait
  • At the end of the week, parents and fellow campers are invited to a special gallery-style art show to admire the talent and hard work of our artists—after which they get to take home their creative works!

PRINCESSES / FAIRIES / MERMAIDS

Enrichment Specialty Camp
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  • Offered for campers entering grades 1-3 in September 2024
  • Imaginations soar in this magical fairy tale-themed arts and crafts camp!
  • Princesses / Fairies / Mermaids campers create their very own fairy wings, prince and princess crowns, wands, jewels, fairy tale puppets, and more utilizing tulle, headbands, craft wire, gems and glitter – LOTS of glitter – all supplied by the Y.
  • At the end of the week, campers enjoys an exclusive and fabulous tea party and celebratory snack with our Princesses, Fairies & Mermaids all fully decked out in their finest royal attire that they created right here at Camp STAR!

SCULPTING / POTTERY

Enrichment Specialty Camp
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  • Offered for campers entering grades 4-7 in September 2024
  • Let your imagination run wild while working with clay, wires, recyclables, food and anything else we can get our hands on in Sculpting / Pottery Camp!
  • Artistic ability is not a prerequisite – beginners and experienced young artists alike are welcome
  • Creative campers spend the week getting hands-on creating their very own statues, sculptures, pottery, and much more
  • The week culminates with an exciting gallery-style art show for campers to showcase to parents and camp all they have learned and created – after which campers get to take home their creative works!

SIGN LANGUAGE

Enrichment Specialty Camp
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  • Offered for campers entering grades 4-7 in September 2024
  • This week of camp will be filled with learning opportunities provided by Camp STAR’s very own Miss Olivia – who is part of the hard of hearing community and fluent in American Sign Language.

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NEED-TO-KNOW INFORMATION FOR FAMILIES

Payment schedule

When you register for camp a $50.00 deposit will be required for each camp session that you choose. These payments will be made through our online system and require the use of a credit card. This credit card will be kept on file and used to draft the camp balances automatically on the due dates listed in your camp handbook.

Refund details

  • Prior to May 1, 2024: A full refund will be given for any cancellations.
  • After May 1, 2024: There will be no refund of the $50 deposit. A refund of a camp balance that has been paid will only be given if your child’s spot can be filled by another child.*
    *The only exception to the refund policy is for a cancellation due to a medical reason that has been documented by a doctor.

Greater Somerset County YMCA Financial Assistance

In addition to any community subsidies families may qualify for, the Y also provides direct financial assistance to qualifying families enrolled in our child care programs. We believe that everyone—no matter who they are or where they’re from—deserves the opportunity and the resources necessary to reach their full potential. Visit gscymca.org/fa to learn more.

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We are accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) which sets the highest standards or day camps in the nation. This important seal of approval means we comply with up to 300 health, safety, and program quality standards set by the ACA. We have gone to great lengths to provide a safe and quality environment.

Caring, Well-Trained Staff

Our staff is comprised of caring, nurturing individuals who are required to complete a minimum of twelve hours of on-going training on an annual basis and are certified in First Aid and CPR.

Committed to Your Child’s Safety

In an effort to continually improve the safety and security of our YMCA, we utilize a system called Raptor which instantly screens visitors against registered sex offender databases in all 50 states. This is in addition to sex offender screenings the Y regularly conducts on all members, participants, and staff. All authorized pick-ups must present a state or government issued photo ID every time when picking up a child.

For the Best Summer Ever

Give your kids a life-changing experience! Each summer, the Y inspires kids with countless opportunities to laugh, lead, and make lasting friendships. Together, our proven programs and trained counselors deliver meaningful and memorable camp experiences that keep families coming back year after year. Our day camps welcome all kids to discover who they are and imagine who they can be, with programs that foster lifelong skills, build self-confidence, and create friendships.

Well-Rounded Structure

At the Y, we know that when kids are given an opportunity to accomplish things, make friends, and feel like they belong, they are comfortable expressing individuality and feel more confident, connected, and supported. We focus on these youth development areas to ensure that kids in our day camp program go home with so much excitement for all they’ve accomplished and enjoyed, that they can’t wait to come back the next day.

Y For All

We believe that everyone—no matter who they are or where they’re from—deserves the opportunity and the resources necessary to reach their full potential. In addition to any community subsidies families may qualify for, the Y also provides direct financial assistance to qualifying families enrolled in our child care programs—made possible through the generosity of our Y’s Annual Campaign donors and proceeds from special fundraising events. Visit gscymca.org/fa to learn more.

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