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Newark Adventure Camp

YMCA of Newark · $255/week · ★ 3.0 (81 reviews)

Newark Adventure Camp, offered by the Newark YMCA, provides a traditional day camp experience for children aged 5-13, focusing on activities like swimming, s...

▌ Editor's read The Newark Adventure Camp website loads successfully and provides information about their summer day camp program for children aged 5-13. The camp is operated by the Newark YMCA, a non-profit organization. The website details weekly themes, activities such as swimming, sports, arts and crafts, and field trips, and lists the weekly cost as $255. While the website mentions the YMCA's commitment to safety, it does not explicitly state that staff undergo background checks. The Newark YMCA has a Google rating of 3.8 stars based on 145 reviews, with some reviews mentioning positive experiences with youth programs. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited on the acacamps.org directory. Social media handles for Instagram (@newarkymca) and Facebook (NewarkYMCA) are present on the site.
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Who thrives here Ages 4–12

Newark Adventure Camp fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given traditional day camp program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 4–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Address: 600 Broad Street, Newark, NJ 07102, USA
  • Cost notes: $300/week for 4-year-olds, $255/week for 5-10 year-olds, $165/week for 11-12 year-olds. Jun 15-19 is prorated.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Newark Adventure Camp

What ages does Newark Adventure Camp accept?
Newark Adventure Camp is open to children ages 4–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Newark Adventure Camp cost?
Newark Adventure Camp publishes $255/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Newark Adventure Camp's hours?
Newark Adventure Camp runs 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Newark Adventure Camp?
Newark Adventure Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Newark Adventure Camp provide lunch?
Newark Adventure Camp does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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