Registration for camp at the Summit Area YMCA is quick and easy. For more information on how to register and any additional policies, click here!
You may reserve a space for your child by paying the full camp fee or with a non-refundable $50 deposit for each week of camp. Payments due June 1, June 15, July 1, and July 15 will automatically be charged to the credit/debit card on file unless alternative arrangements are made with the Camp Registrar. We determine refunds and credits on a case by case basis. For more information visit our payment policies page.
Your child can wear their camp t-shirts anytime but must wear them on ALL field trip days as our brightly colored camp t-shirts help us easily and quickly identify and keep track of our campers when we are traveling. Each camper is provided with one camp t-shirt. Extra t-shirts may be purchased for an additional cost.
Parents may drop-off and pick-up campers directly from their campsite, including off-site locations like Sports Camp, Camp Cannundus, LIT, Specialty Sidekick, Travelers Camp and Teen Trek held at the Watchung Reservation. The SAY offers transportation to and from off-site locations and the YMCA for an additional fee.
Directions to the Watchung Reservation can be found here: http://ucnj.org/parks-recreation/trailside-nature-science-center/directions/.
Yes, please send a lunch for your child every day as we do not provide lunch. For summer camps that are located outdoors, we strongly recommend that you include an ice pack to keep the food cool.
Per child safety guidelines, we are not permitted to apply sunscreen for your child. However, we will teach your child how to correctly apply and reapply sunscreen and remind them periodically during the day to protect themselves from the sun at summer camp. Please remember to pack sunscreen for your child.
Summer camp deposits are non-refundable. Camp fees may be refunded before May 1 at the discretion of the Camp Director and/or Registrar. View our Camp Cancellation Policy for more information.
The Learning Circle YMCA is open 51 weeks of the year for children ages 6 weeks through 6 years. We also provide an age-appropriate month-long camp experience during the months of July and August for children ages 3 through 7.
As a nonprofit, the Summit Area YMCA is committed to enhancing the lives of individuals and families in our community. We do so by offering financial assistance to those with demonstrated need so that they may enjoy all the Y has to offer, regardless of their ability to pay. This helps us ensure that everyone, regardless of age, income, or background has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. Families with low or moderate household income or those who are experiencing financial hardship are encouraged to apply. Applicants must live or work in the Summit Area YMCA service area which includes Berkeley Heights, Gillette, Millburn, New Providence, Short Hills, Springfield, Stirling and Summit.
