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Spring Break Camps for New Jersey Kids

The Tenafly Nature Center invites kids to spend their spring break outdoors, exploring the grounds and trails. Photo courtesy of the center
The Tenafly Nature Center invites kids to spend their spring break outdoors, exploring the grounds and trails. Photo courtesy of the center
3/11/21 - By Laurie Rein

Spring break is just around the corner, and students have never been more deserving of a screen-free, school-free week of fun. If you're searching for structured activities to keep the kids active and engaged over the break, look no further than these spring break camps. 

We've rounded up a dozen options throughout New Jersey, ranging from action-packed camps that let you conquer ninja courses to those that foster creative hobbies, like sewing. Parents may opt for full- or half-days and enroll kids for individual days or all week.

Don't wait too long to book your spring break camp spot; spaces are especially limited this year, and they tend to book up quickly. While camp is on the brain, start making your summer plans. We've got tons of resources in our Camp Guide and Camp Directory.

 

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HudsonPLAY's spring break camps keep kids active all day long. Photo courtesy of HudsonPLAY
HudsonPLAY's spring break camps keep kids active all day long. Photo courtesy of HudsonPLAY

Spring Break Camps for New Jersey Kids

Porch Light Studio & Stage

Glen Rock
Ages 5-10
Half-day sessions only
Take the stage during spring break camp at Porch Light's two-day mini-camp. Performers take part in improv exercises, musical theater, and on-camera activities. Campers can attend a single day or both sessions. READ MORE

My Gym

Multiple Locations
Ages 3-10
Half-day sessions only
Keep the little ones active with gymnastics, games, and crafts at My Gym's school break camps. Break camps may be booked by the day or for multiple days. READ MORE

Branchburg Sports Complex - Camps, Classes, Parties

Branchburg
Ages 5-13
Half- and full-day options are available
This massive indoor facility features three turf fields, four batting cages, a multi-level play maze, arcade, and huge laser tag arena. Choose from various party themes to celebrate your active child. BSC offers a variety of specialty sports camps and educational enrichment camps for kids (ages 5-13).  READ MORE

Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges

Maplewood
Ages 3-11
When school is out, the YMCA's vacation camp is on. Campers bring lunch, snack, and sneakers for an action-packed day of fun. READ MORE

JDK Social Station

Secaucus
Ages 3-13
JDK Social Station is a multi-sensory teaching facility that enhances the learning of social and living skills for children. Social Skills Summer Camp focuses on supporting positive social interactions among campers. The fun-filled program is packed with exciting activities where all peers work together. READ MORE

HealthBarn USA Summer Camp

Ridgewood
Ages 5-12
Something's cooking at this garden-to-fork summer camp. Housed in the beautiful Irene Habernickel Family Park, campers ages 5-15 get hands-on experience with gardening and cooking, while enjoying nature hikes and more seasonal fun in the great outdoors. Book for the season or a week-long session. READ MORE

Urban Sewciety

Westfield
Ages 7+
Half-day sessions only
Create clothing, pillows, bags and more at this sewing school's summer camp. Morning and afternoon sessions are available, and all levels of experience are welcome. READ MORE

Dutch Total Soccer

Somerset
Ages 6-14
Young soccer players of all levels are invited to spend spring break practicing their skills with professional soccer players. Camp runs for a full day and is open to recreational and competitive players, who are broken into skill-specific groups. READ MORE

Tenafly Nature Center - Camps

Tenafly
Ages 6-11
Children are encouraged to explore the natural world at the Tenafly Nature Center, a nonprofit, independent, member-supported nature preserve. STEAM topics covered include weather, wildlife, and environmental stewardship.  READ MORE

The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey

Summit
Ages 5-12
Budding artists create unique projects in this summer camp. Campers use a variety of mediums to craft their mini-masterpieces. Campers are divided into groups for kids, tweens and teens. READ MORE

Montclair Art Museum SummerART Camps

Montclair
Ages 6-12
Small group instruction is a hallmark of the camps at the Montclair Art Museum, where youngsters experiment with a variety of mediums in a supportive, educational environment. Classes take place outdoors and in a spacious hall. READ MORE

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