Summer Camps And Programs In Jersey City, Some Free: The List

JERSEY CITY, NJ — After two years of dealing with the pandemic, parents may want to get their kids off of Fortnite and Roblox and into the fresh air. Below is a list of summer camps, ranging from free to higher-priced, in the Jersey City area.

This list is not comprehensive, so feel free to add any other camps you know about in the comments below.

Recreation Camp And Other Summer Programs:

Jersey City's Department of Recreation and Youth Development has opened pre-registration for the city's free Summer Day Camp for residents 7-14 year old. The annual camp includes a variety of activities, from sports to financial literacy education. The city will host six camps with locations in each ward, and expects more than 2,000 campers this year. Pre-register here.

Following the pre-registration period, week-to-week camp registration will begin on Monday, April 4, until all available spots are filled. To register in person or for any registration assistance, call the Recreation Division at (201) 547-5003.

Jersey City has many other summer activities for kids, including boxing, golf, homework, softball clinics, and swim camp. Check those offerings here.

Camps From Past Years:

Here are other camps in the area that have been held in past years. Check out their websites for up-to-date information.

• The Waldo School World of ABC: 110 1st St. Jersey City
  • Summer camp held at school.
• Luna De Papel: 321 Communipaw Ave. Jersey City
  • A handcrafting art studio.
• Boys and Girls Clubs of Hudson County: 225 Morris Boulevard Jersey City
  • Offers reasonably priced full-day camps during the summer at each of its locations in Hoboken and Jersey City.
• The Brunswick School: 189 Brunswick St Jersey City
  • Check the website to see if it's returning this year.
• NJCU Summer Camp: 110 Culver Avenue Jersey City
  • The camp features facilities both indoor and outdoor, including an indoor pool and other activities.

Camps Nearby In Hoboken:

Step by Step Summer Camp:
Step by Step in the Monroe Center runs an after-care program during the school year and summer camp after school ends. Learn more and register here. Step by Step is held at 720 Monroe St.

At Mr. Roberts Camp:
A full-day camp in uptown Hoboken with themed weeks, games, arts, and local walking trips. They're open at 1422 Grand St., Suite 3B. Contact them at 201-370-5585 and check the website here.

Bricks 4 Kidz:
With themed Lego and science weeks, younger kids can keep their hands and minds busy. Bricks 4 Kidz is located down the hill from Jersey City Heights at the Monroe Center, 720 Monroe St. Find them on the web.

Gravity Vault:

Rock-climbing skills at the facility at 1423 Clinton St. Find out more on the website.

Boys and Girls Clubs of Hudson County:
123 Jefferson St., Hoboken, 225 Morris Boulevard Jersey City: see listing above.

Day Care 100:

Hoboken's affordable day care program often runs an affordable camp in summer. Find out more by contacting them here.

The Hoboken Family Alliance has a summer camp directory here.

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