ABOUT CAMP SUNBURST AT SOMERVILLE YMCA

Camp Sunburst at Somerville 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, gymnastics, 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:

  • An 10-week program that runs 5 days per week, Monday, June 22nd through Friday, August 28th
  • For campers entering Kindergarten – 10th grade in September 2026
  • Regular camp hours: 9:00am-4:30pm
    • Before camp care hours: 7:30am-9:00am
    • After camp care hours: 4:30pm-6:00pm
  • Camp location: Somerville YMCA, 2 Green St, Somerville, NJ 08876
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2026 DAY CAMP OPTIONS

Kindercamp

KINDERCAMP

Traditional Multi-Activity Camp
  • Camp Sunburst’s KinderCamp is an indoor/outdoor multi-activity traditional camp for campers entering Kindergarten in September 2026
  • Register for one or more weeks Monday, June 22nd through Friday, August 28th
  • 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 theme days and daily performances here at Camp Sunburst, while still having a separate age-appropriate schedule
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Weekly theme days also add something special as a core concept or celebration day is woven across the entire camp day.
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2026 SAMPLE WEEKLY CAMP TRIPS (each Wednesday)

To add even more fun and excitement to the camp week, we offer a weekly trip on Wednesdays for kids registered for Traditional Camp! The weekly trips are optional and offered for an additional fee. A permission slip signed by a parent/guardian is required for each camper and each trip.Most of our trips require bus transportation, as only a few destinations are within walking distance of the Somerville YMCA. The Y coordinates safe and reliable group transportation for all off-site experiences. Campers are always accompanied by caring and qualified camp staff to and from each destination to ensure a safe, fun day for everyone. On weekly trip days, campers wear their designated camp t-shirt so groups can be easily identified and remain together. If a camper does not attend the scheduled trip, they will enjoy a full day of Traditional Camp programming at the Y alongside other age groups. Weekly trip options are subject to change and may include:

  • WEEK 1: Branchburg Sport complex
  • WEEK 2: Liberty Science Center
  • WEEK 3: Turtleback Zoo
  • WEEK 4: Tomahawk Lake
  • WEEK 5: Yestercades
  • WEEK 6: Legoland Discovery & Sea Life
  • WEEK 7: Iron Peak
  • WEEK 8: Monster Mini Golf
  • WEEK 9: Hannover Lanes
  • WEEK 10: No Trip

SAMPLE WEEKLY THEMES

  • Week 1: Camp Olympics

  • Week 2: Science in Action

  • Week 3: Jungle Journey

  • Week 4: Adventure on the Water

  • Week 5: Once Upon a Summer

  • Week 6: Pirates of the Sea

  • Week 7: Heroes VS Villains

  • Week 8: Rodeo Round-Up

  • Week 9: Grease Lightning

  • Week 10: Sweet Summer Send-Off

SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE

  • KINDERCAMP
    • 9:00am-9:15am – Opening Circle
    • 9:15am-10:00am – Team Building / Theme Week Activities
    • 10:00am-10:15am – Morning Snack
    • 10:15am-11:00am – Arts & Humanities
    • 11:00am-11:45am – Sports & Games
    • 11:45am-12:30pm – Lunch
    • 12:30pm-12:45pm – CATCH Games or SEL Activities
    • 12:45pm-1:00pm – Changing for Swim
    • 1:00pm-1:15pm – Swimming Lessons
    • 1:15pm-1:45pm – Free Swim
    • 1:45pm-2:00pm – Change Out of Swim
    • 2:00pm-2:45pm – Science & Nature
    • 2:45pm-3:00pm – Brain Games & SEL Activities
    • 3:00pm-4:00pm – CIT-Run Game or Activity
    • 4:00pm-4:15pm – Afternoon Snack
    • 4:15-4:30pm – Closing Ceremonies

CATCH = Coordinated Approach To Child Health

SEL = Social Emotional Learning

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Multi-activity Day Camp

TRADITIONAL MULTI-ACTIVITY DAY CAMP

Traditional Multi-Activity Camp
  • Traditional camp is for campers entering grades 1-7 in September 2026
  • Camp Sunburst’s outdoor multi-activity traditional camp offers a broad array of activities that engage and entertain campers, including theme days.
  • Register for one or more weeks Monday, June 22nd through Friday, August 28th
  • Campers are divided into groups for age-appropriate fun and engagement all summer long.
  • Daily swim lessons and daily recreational swim time in our indoor pool is included at no additional cost. Children should bring a bathing suit and towel each day.
  • Y staff accompany camper groups into our facility only for restroom breaks and in the event of inclement weather—children experience a summer full of fresh air fun after months of staying at home!
  • Campers build social skills and long lasting friendships through participation in individual and small group activities in the areas of Arts & Humanities, Science & Nature, and Sports & Games.
  • At Camp Sunburst, we proactively address the dreaded academic summer slump by including an educational portion to the camp day with activities designed to stimulate and encourage grade level-appropriate critical thinking skills.
  • Campers have the option to attend the weekly camp trip each Wednesday.
  • Weekly themes also add something special woven throughout the camp week.
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2026 SAMPLE WEEKLY CAMP TRIPS (each Wednesday)

To add even more fun and excitement to the camp week, we offer a weekly trip on Wednesdays for kids registered for Traditional Camp! The weekly trips are optional and offered for an additional fee. A permission slip signed by a parent/guardian is required for each camper and each trip. Most of our trips require bus transportation, as only a few destinations are within walking distance of the Somerville YMCA. The Y coordinates safe and reliable group transportation for all off-site experiences. Campers are always accompanied by caring and qualified camp staff to and from each destination to ensure a safe, fun day for everyone. On weekly trip days, campers wear their designated camp t-shirt so groups can be easily identified and remain together. If a camper does not attend the scheduled trip, they will enjoy a full day of Traditional Camp programming at the Y alongside other age groups. Weekly trip options are subject to change and may include:

  • Week 1: Branchburg Sport complex
  • Week 2: Liberty Science Center
  • Week 3: Turtleback Zoo
  • Week 4: Tomahawk Lake
  • Week 5: Yestercades
  • Week 6: Legoland Discovery & Sea Life
  • Week 7: Iron Peak
  • Week 8: Monster Mini Golf
  • Week 9: Hannover Lanes
  • Week 10: NO TRIP

SAMPLE WEEKLY THEMES

  • Week 1: Camp Olympics
  • Week 2: Science in Action
  • Week 3: Jungle Journey
  • Week 4: Adventure on the Water
  • Week 5: Once Upon a Summer
  • Week 6: Pirates of the Sea
  • Week 7: Heroes VS Villains
  • Week 8: Rodeo Round-Up
  • Week 9: Grease Lightning
  • Week 10: Sweet Summer Send-Off

SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE

  • GRADE 1
    • 9:00am-9:15am – Opening Circle
    • 9:15am-10:00am – Team Building / Theme Week Activities
    • 10:00am-10:15am – Morning Snack
    • 10:15am-11:00am – Arts & Humanities
    • 11:00am-11:45am – Sports & Games
    • 11:45am-12:30pm – Lunch
    • 12:30pm-12:45pm – CATCH Games or SEL Activities
    • 12:45pm-1:00pm – Changing for Swim
    • 1:00pm-1:30pm – Swimming Lessons
    • 1:30pm-1:45pm – Free Swim
    • 1:45pm-2:00pm – Change Out of Swim
    • 2:00pm-2:15pm – Science & Nature
    • 2:45pm-3:15pm – Brain Games & SEL Activities
    • 3:15pm-4:00pm – CIT-Run Game or Activity
    • 4:00pm-4:15pm – Afternoon Snack
    • 4:15-4:30pm – Closing Ceremonies
  • GRADE 2
    • 9:00am-9:15am – Opening Circle
    • 9:15am-10:00am – Team Building / Theme Week Activities
    • 10:00am-10:15am – Morning Snack
    • 10:15am-11:00am – Sports & Games
    • 11:45am-12:30pm – Lunch
    • 12:30pm-12:45pm – CATCH Games or SEL Activities
    • 12:45pm-1:00pm – Changing for Swim
    • 1:00pm-1:30pm – Swimming Lessons
    • 1:30pm-1:45pm – Free Swim
    • 1:45pm-2:00pm – Change Out of Swim
    • 2:00pm-2:45pm – Arts & Humanities
    • 2:45pm-3:15pm – Brain Games & SEL Activities
    • 3:15pm-4:00pm – CIT-Run Game or Activity
    • 4:00pm-4:15pm – Afternoon Snack
    • 4:15pm-4:30pm – Closing Ceremonies
  • GRADE 3
    • 9:00am-9:15am – Opening Circle
    • 9:15am-10:00am – Team Building / Theme Week Activities
    • 10:00am-10:15am – Morning Snack
    • 10:15am-11:00am – Sports & Games
    • 11:00am-11:45am – Science & Nature
    • 11:45am-12:30pm – Lunch
    • 12:30pm-12:45pm – CATCH Games or SEL Activities
    • 12:45pm-1:00pm – Changing for Swim
    • 1:00pm-1:30pm – Swimming Lessons
    • 1:30pm-1:45pm – Free Swim
    • 1:45pm-2:00pm – Change Out of Swim
    • 2:00pm-2:45pm – Arts & Humanities
    • 2:45pm-3:15pm – Brain Games & SEL Activities
    • 3:15pm-4:00pm – CIT-Run Game or Activity
    • 4:00pm-4:15pm – Afternoon Snack
    • 4:15pm-4:30pm – Closing Ceremonies
  • GRADES 4-6
    • 9:00am-9:15am – Opening Circle
    • 9:15am-10:00am – Team Building / Theme Week Activities
    • 10:00am-10:15am – Morning Snack
    • 10:15am-11:00am – Science & Nature
    • 11:00am-11:45am – Arts & Humanities
    • 11:45am-12:30pm – Lunch
    • 12:30pm-12:45pm – CATCH Games or SEL Activities
    • 12:45pm-1:30pm – Sports & Games
    • 1:30pm-2:00pm – Brain Games & SEL Activities
    • 2:00pm-2:15pm – Changing for Swim
    • 2:15pm-2:45pm – Swimming Lessons
    • 2:45pm-3:00pm – Free Swim
    • 3:00pm-3:15pm – Change Out of Swim
    • 3:15pm-4:00pm – CIT-Run Game or Activity
    • 4:00pm-4:15pm – Afternoon Snack
    • 4:15pm-4:30pm – Closing Ceremonies

CATCH = Coordinated Approach To Child Health

SEL = Social Emotional Learning

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Counselor-in-Training (CIT)

COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING (CIT) PROGRAM

Traditional Multi-Activity Camp
Teen Option
  • Camp Sunburst’s signature Counselor in Training (CIT) program is for participants entering grades 8-10 in September 2026
  • Offered Monday, June 22nd through Friday, August 28th during the first 10 weeks of camp at Somerville YMCA in five 2-week sessions 
  • The CIT program is designed for teens who are looking to develop skills as future leaders–with a special focus on the unique skills needed to become a camp counselor.
  • Program participants will 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 on what it means to run a quality camp day.
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Camp Weekly Themes

Week 1: Camp Olympics

Week 2: Science in Action

Week 3: Jungle Journey

Week 4: Adventure on the Water

Week 5: Once Upon a Summer

Week 6: Pirates of the Sea

Week 7: Heroes VS Villains

Week 8: Rodeo Round-Up

Week 9: Grease Lightning

Week 10: Sweet Summer Send-Off

SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE

  • COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING (CIT)
    • 9:00am-9:15am – Opening Circle
    • 9:15am-10:00am – Team Building / Theme Week Activities
    • 10:00am-10:15am – Morning Snack
    • 10:15am-11:45am – CIT-specific Activities
    • 11:45am-12:30pm – Lunch
    • 12:30pm-2:15pm – CIT-specific Activities
    • 2:15pm-2:30pm – Changing for Swim
    • 2:30pm-3:00pm – Free Swim
    • 3:00pm-3:15pm – Change Out of Swim
    • 3:15pm-4:00pm – CIT-Run Game or Activity
    • 4:00pm-4:15pm – Afternoon Snack
    • 4:15pm-4:30pm – Closing Ceremonies

CATCH = Coordinated Approach To Child Health

SEL = Social Emotional Learning

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Enrichment Camps

Cooking Camp

COOKING CAMP

Specialty Camp
Little Chefs In Action

This week is all about creativity, flavor, and hands-on fun as our camper’s step into the role of mini chefs! Throughout the week, children will explore simple kitchen skills, learn about different ingredients, and create easy, kid-friendly recipes that spark confidence and curiosity. Each day brings a new culinary adventure—mixing, measuring, decorating, and tasting their way through activities designed to encourage teamwork and imagination. By the end of the week, our Little Chefs will have a collection of fun food experiences and plenty of memories made around the “camp kitchen.”

  • Offered for campers entering grades 1st-6th in September 2026
  • Campers learn hands-on cooking techniques to create delicious and easy-to-make dishes.
  • They’ll learn to make simple appetizers to satisfying desserts.
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SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE

  • COOKING CAMP
    • 9:00am-9:15am – Opening Circle
    • 9:15am-11:45am – Cooking Camp-specific Activities
    • 11:45am-12:30pm – Lunch
    • 12:30pm-2:15pm – Cooking Camp-specific Activities
    • 2:15pm-2:30pm – Changing for Swim
    • 2:30pm-3:00pm – Free Swim
    • 3:00pm-3:15pm – Change Out of Swim
    • 3:15pm-4:00pm – CIT-Run Game or Activity
    • 4:00pm-4:15pm – Afternoon Snack
    • 4:15pm-4:30pm – Closing Ceremonies

CATCH = Coordinated Approach To Child Health

SEL = Social Emotional Learning

 

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Movie Camp

MOVIE CAMP

Specialty Camp
Hollywood’s Next Stars

Lights, camera, creativity! During Movie Making Week, campers step behind (and in front of!) the camera to bring their imaginations to life. Throughout the week, they’ll explore the basics of storytelling, acting, directing, and simple video production in a fun, hands-on way. Campers will work together to plan scenes, design props, create characters, and film short clips that showcase their personalities and ideas. From silly skits to mini movies, every day gives kids the chance to experiment, collaborate, and shine. By the end of the week, our young filmmakers will walk away with new skills, big smiles, and their very own camp-made movie moments to remember!

  • Offered for campers entering grades 1st-6th in September 2026
  • Our Movie Making Camp will feature an end-of-the-week showing of the movie they have created for parents and campers to watch!
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SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE

  • MOVIE CAMP
    • 9:00am-9:15am – Opening Circle
    • 9:15am-11:45am – Movie Camp-specific Activities
    • 11:45am-12:30pm – Lunch
    • 12:30pm-2:15pm – Movie Camp-specific Activities
    • 2:15pm-2:30pm – Changing for Swim
    • 2:30pm-3:00pm – Free Swim
    • 3:00pm-3:15pm – Change Out of Swim
    • 3:15pm-4:00pm – CIT-Run Game or Activity
    • 4:00pm-4:15pm – Afternoon Snack
    • 4:15pm-4:30pm – Closing Ceremonies

CATCH = Coordinated Approach To Child Health

SEL = Social Emotional Learning

 

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Engineering Camp

ENGINEERING CAMP

Specialty Camp
Future Engineers and Architects

Get ready for a week bursting with imagination as campers dive into the colorful world of LEGO creations! Throughout the week, campers will design, build, and problem-solve their way through exciting challenges that encourage creativity, teamwork, and big ideas. From building themed structures to completing fun engineering missions, each day gives our young creators a chance to bring their ideas to life—brick by brick. It’s the perfect blend of hands-on learning, creativity, and playful fun for every future builder!

  • Offered for campers entering grades 1st-6th in September 2026
  • Future engineers and architect camp is for are future builders and who want to get their creativity and imagination out.
  • Our camp will have your camper conquering challenges and creating new teamwork skills.
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SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE

  • ENGINEERING CAMP
    • 9:00am-9:15am – Opening Circle
    • 9:15am-11:45am – Engineering Camp-specific Activities
    • 11:45am-12:30pm – Lunch
    • 12:30pm-2:15pm – Engineering Camp-specific Activities
    • 2:15pm-2:30pm – Changing for Swim
    • 2:30pm-3:00pm – Free Swim
    • 3:00pm-3:15pm – Change Out of Swim
    • 3:15pm-4:00pm – CIT-Run Game or Activity
    • 4:00pm-4:15pm – Afternoon Snack
    • 4:15pm-4:30pm – Closing Ceremonies

CATCH = Coordinated Approach To Child Health

SEL = Social Emotional Learning

 

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Art Camp

ART CAMP

Specialty Camp
Art Creators

Get ready for a colorful week filled with imagination, creativity, and lots of artistic fun! Campers will experiment with different art materials, learn new techniques, and express their ideas through painting, drawing, sculpting, and more. Each day offers a chance to create something unique while exploring the world of visual arts in a playful, encouraging environment. From bold masterpieces to fun craft projects, campers will leave the week feeling proud, inspired, and excited about all the amazing things they can create with their own hands.

  • Offered for campers entering grades 1st-6th in September 2026
  • Art Creators is for our campers that want to enjoy and explore the amazing world of art by diving headfirst into hands on painting, sketching and sculpting.
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SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE

  • ART CAMP
    • 9:00am-9:15am – Opening Circle
    • 9:15am-11:45am – Art Camp-specific Activities
    • 11:45am-12:30pm – Lunch
    • 12:30pm-2:15pm – Art Camp-specific Activities
    • 2:15pm-2:30pm – Changing for Swim
    • 2:30pm-3:00pm – Free Swim
    • 3:00pm-3:15pm – Change Out of Swim
    • 3:15pm-4:00pm – CIT-Run Game or Activity
    • 4:00pm-4:15pm – Afternoon Snack
    • 4:15pm-4:30pm – Closing Ceremonies

CATCH = Coordinated Approach To Child Health

SEL = Social Emotional Learning

 

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STEM Camp

SREM CAMP

Specialty Camp
STEM Possible

This exciting week invites campers to step into the role of junior scientists and problem-solvers as they take on hands-on challenges inspired by science, technology, engineering, and math. Each day brings a new mission—building creative contraptions, experimenting with surprising reactions, exploring how things work, and using teamwork to crack STEM-inspired puzzles. Campers will have the chance to design, test, and imagine big ideas while learning that innovation can be both educational and tons of fun. Get ready for a week of discovery where every camper becomes an agent on a STEM adventure!

  • Offered for campers entering grades 1st-6th in September 2026
  • STEM Camp at Camp Sunburst is focused on fostering essential skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, creativity and collaboration
  • Our STEM Campers will learn about what goes into the design of buildings, bridges, rockets and much more!
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SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE

  • ART CAMP
    • 9:00am-9:15am – Opening Circle
    • 9:15am-11:45am – STEM Camp-specific Activities
    • 11:45am-12:30pm – Lunch
    • 12:30pm-2:15pm – STEM Camp-specific Activities
    • 2:15pm-2:30pm – Changing for Swim
    • 2:30pm-3:00pm – Free Swim
    • 3:00pm-3:15pm – Change Out of Swim
    • 3:15pm-4:00pm – CIT-Run Game or Activity
    • 4:00pm-4:15pm – Afternoon Snack
    • 4:15pm-4:30pm – Closing Ceremonies

CATCH = Coordinated Approach To Child Health

SEL = Social Emotional Learning

 

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SPORT CAMP

Gymnastics Camp

GYMNASTICS CAMP

Sports Camp
  • Offered during multiple weeks of camp at Somerville YMCA for campers entering grades 1-10 in September 2026
  • In Camp Sunburst’s popular Gymnastics Camp, our professional coaches are focused on the total development of each gymnast
  • Gymnastics Camp participants benefit from increasing strength, flexibility and coordination while building on skills
  • All skill levels welcome. Gymnastics Camp is great for beginners as well as campers with prior gymnastics experience.
  • Campers gain self-confidence as they learn and improve individual bar, beam, vault, and floor skills on the same equipment utilized by Somerville YMCA’s award-winning competitive SVY Gymnastics Team
  • This exciting camp will get aspiring gymnasts ready for further progression in gymnastics instruction at the Y and/or the upcoming competitive season on the SVY Gymnastics Team
  • Daily swim lessons and daily recreational swim time in our indoor pool is included at no additional cost. Children should bring a bathing suit and towel each day.
  • Gymnastics Camp is led by the SVY Gymnastics Team Head Coach, who has 15+ years experience coaching boys and girls gymnastics up to level 9 and also is a dance instructor with extensive choreography experience
  • All of our supporting coaches are USA Gymnastics Safety certified and were gymnasts themselves are children and teens
  • Recommended attire: A leotard or comfortable gym clothing. Hair must be tied back. No jewelry.
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SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE

  • GYMNASTICS CAMP
    • 9:00am-9:15am – Opening Circle
    • 9:15am-11:45am – Gymnastics Camp-specific Activities
    • 11:45am-12:30pm – Lunch
    • 12:30pm-2:15pm – Gymnastics Camp-specific Activities
    • 2:15pm-2:30pm – Changing for Swim
    • 2:30pm-3:00pm – Free Swim
    • 3:00pm-3:15pm – Change Out of Swim
    • 3:15pm-4:00pm – CIT-Run Game or Activity
    • 4:00pm-4:15pm – Afternoon Snack
    • 4:15pm-4:30pm – Closing Ceremonies

CATCH = Coordinated Approach To Child Health

SEL = Social Emotional Learning

 

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Cheer Camp

GYMNASTICS CAMP

Sports Camp
  • Offered for campers entering grades 1-10 in September 2026
  • Cheer Camp will ignite spirit and teamwork! Participants will master fundamental cheer skills, crafting a dynamic floor routine.
  • Cheer Camp participants benefit from increasing strength, flexibility and coordination while building on skills
  • All skill levels welcome. Cheer Camp is great for beginners as well as campers with prior cheer experience.
  • Our Cheer Camp will feature an end of the week show displaying their newly learned moves and team synergy for parents and campers to watch!
  • Daily swim lessons and daily recreational swim time in our indoor pool is included at no additional cost. Children should bring a bathing suit and towel each day.
  • Recommended attire: Comfortable gym clothing. Hair must be tied back. No jewelry.
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SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE

  • CHEER CAMP
    • 9:00am-9:15am – Opening Circle
    • 9:15am-11:45am – Cheer Camp-specific Activities
    • 11:45am-12:30pm – Lunch
    • 12:30pm-2:15pm – Cheer Camp-specific Activities
    • 2:15pm-2:30pm – Changing for Swim
    • 2:30pm-3:00pm – Free Swim
    • 3:00pm-3:15pm – Change Out of Swim
    • 3:15pm-4:00pm – CIT-Run Game or Activity
    • 4:00pm-4:15pm – Afternoon Snack
    • 4:15pm-4:30pm – Closing Ceremonies

CATCH = Coordinated Approach To Child Health

SEL = Social Emotional Learning

 

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NEED-TO-KNOW INFORMATION FOR FAMILIES:

Payment schedule

For each camp session in which your child is enrolled, applicable program fees will be automatically charged to the card on file 14 days prior to the session start date.

Refund details

  • Prior to May 1, 2026: Cancellations will receive a full refund.
  • After May 1, 2026: If you cancel your child’s camp registration, a $50 cancellation fee per week per child will be retained. Any camp balances already paid beyond that fee will be refunded.
    *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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Join the Y online and enjoy member pricing today! It’s easy. Visit gscymca.org/join and select your Somerville YMCA membership type to get started. Need additional assistance? Email or call our Welcome Center at 908 722 4567 ext. 1 and we’ll be happy to help!

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WHY CHOOSE THE Y

American Camp Association Accredited

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

To help maintain a safe and secure environment, the YMCA conducts routine safety screenings and uses visitor management tools that check guests against registered sex offender databases across all 50 states. This process complements the regular screenings the Y performs for all members, participants, and staff. For added security, all authorized pick-ups must present a valid state or government-issued photo ID each time they pick 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.

QUESTIONS & TO LEARN MORE

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