South Jersey Summer Camps
- Nicole McGann
- Apr 11
- 6 min read
Some folks registered for summer camps and classes as soon as they opened, others are just now realizing they need something to do with their kids all summer. I’ve fallen into both camps from year to year. For those scrambling, I thought I’d try to make your lives a little easier. For those who planned ahead, there may be some places you want to keep in mind for next year.
This is hardly an exhaustive list, if you’ve heard of or have experience with a camp not mentioned, send me the info here and I’ll add it to the list.
Eustace Advantage (academic) Camp, Scholastic Baseball Camp, Boys Basketball Camp, Girls Volleyball Camp, Baseball Hitting Camp, Pitchers/Catchers Camp, Soccer Camps (coed), Girls Basketball Camp, Football Camp, Boys/Girls Crew Camp
The Gymnastics & Cheerleading Academy Open House tours 4/26 and 5/17 Children come to camp to have fun while also improving gymastics, swimming, arts and crafts, sports, dance, cheerleading, balance, strength, acrobatics and a wealth of other un activities.
Half days and full days. Kids learn about different types of art and creating their own masterpieces with a variety of materials. Each day will be filled with creative crafts, swimming, and time to relax and play.
“Over the past 24 plus summers we have developed a summer camp program that we are so proud to offer to our campers and our camp families.Our dedicated, mature and fun-loving staff will guide and nurture your child as they explore individual interests, build leadership skills, develop new talents and make new friends. Our goal is to create an environment that facilitates Integrity, Sportsmanship, and Character and of course FUN!”
Lake Stockwell (My kids and I both had a great experience with Lake Stockwell! They provide good quality lunches, that my kids liked and managed to accommodate their food allergies)
Lake Stockwell Day Camp is located in a wooded wonderland in the heart of the South Jersey Pine Barrens. Our traditional co-ed summer camp, for campers ages 3 to 15, offers enriching outdoor activities such as swimming, arts and crafts, sports, fishing, boating and so much more. We also focus on developing essential skills in our campers, including teamwork, communication, leadership, and independence. We’re also technology-free, so campers can happily unplug from devices while they’re here.
Award-winning camps run by-the-week all summer long for ages 4-13! Your child will beam for weeks about their awesome adventures at art camp while the confidence and creative skills they develop will last a lifetime.
Perkins Center for the Arts These camps are designed to foster creativity, self-expression, and confidence, allowing children to experiment with different forms of art while discovering their passions. The structured yet flexible program helps children enhance their problem-solving skills, improve their ability to communicate ideas, and build self-esteem as they learn to trust their creative instincts.
Voorhees Theatre Company Summer Program Open to performers entering Grades 3-8 (as of Fall 2025). Participants spend half the day in rehearsal and half the day in interactive workshops on theatre-related topics taught by local experts and program staff. Informal, non-stressful auditions are held during the first week of the program; every participant is placed within this year’s production, Alice in Wonderland Jr. Attendance is MANDATORY July 21-July 31 and for all performances. Due to the collaborative nature of producing a show, we are not able to accept children who will miss more than two days due to planned absences.
Horseback riding and horsemanship for boys and girls 6-14. Are you looking for a fun and interactive camp for your kid this summer? Check us out at KNK Equine located in Marlton. Campers receive daily riding lessons, horsemanship lessons on how to care for the horses, tye-dye tshirts, paint horse shoes with the the ponies, mounted and unmounted games, and the pool at the end of the day. Camp will run from 9am-1pm. Need early drop off or extended stay? Please feel free to reach out to us and let us know, we’re happy to work with parents on their busy schedules.
Join us this summer from June 23th to August 15th for our weekly, cutting-edge tech camps in Robotics, Coding, Game Design, Minecraft, Roblox, Artificial Intelligence, 3D Printing, Content Creation for YouTube, Filmmaking, Digital Art, Spy Tech, STEM & Medicine, and so much more!
Different weeks are different themes and for different ages. Everything from Bluey Week (ages 3+) to A Wickedly Good Time (Ages 7+)
All Fired Up! Get ready to unleash your creativity at ART Camp by All Fired Up! Join us for fun and versatile activities, hands-on sessions, and expert guidance from our talented instructor, Miss Karen. ART Camp is the place to be this summer. Camps Run Monday through Thursday 10am to Noon. This year you can either sign up for the week or every Monday or just a day here or there. Whatever fits your schedule and/or holds your interest. Let your imagination run wild and create beautiful masterpieces. Sign up now and get ready to get All Fired Up!
MainStage Center for the Arts Mainstage Center for the Art’s Summer Stage is the oldest, most successful, and most affordable youth theater program in Southern New Jersey. We offer a series of creative theater programs specifically designed to allow children of every age to expand their skills. For 37 summers, children have enjoyed Summer Stage, where participants use their imaginations to share the MAGIC of live performances through outstanding musical productions and creative set construction. Since its first summer, in 1989, Summer Stage has become one of the longest-running performing arts camps in South Jersey.
Barclay farm swim Club Campers will enjoy a wide range of activities, including: Swimming and diving, Science Projects, Arts and Crafts, Weekly "special" days (Like alpacas visits, carnival days, etc..), Full snack bar for lunch, ice cream, and candy, Kickball, basketball, and soccer, Swimming lessons (separate registration required), And much, much more! We pride ourselves on providing you and your family with reliable, affordable, and flexible childcare. Please feel free to reach out to Katie Foley with any questions you may have. She is here to be your personal assistant when planning your child's summer and she is happy to help.camp@barclayfarm.org
July Camp - Annie Jr., August Camp – Addams Family JrAges 1st thru 10th Grade!! We are celbrating 10 years! You must be entering 1st grade Sept 2025.Camp runs ~ 9am- 400pm Monday through Thursday(Drop off begins at 8:30am)(No camp on Fridays)The CHPAC provides snack and water for your refillable water bottle each day. Each camper needs to bring their own lunch. *Before and After care is available*
Garden to Table Summer Camp Garden to Table Summer Camp: Join us for five days of cooking and nature adventures in our indoor/outdoor half day camp. Each morning is filled with fun, hands-on cooking in the farmhouse kitchen followed by nature-inspired crafts and games. Our menus and nature activities revolve around a daily theme. Certified teachers Jamie and Mindy are thrilled to share this unique experience, encouraging kids to cook and explore new flavors and the natural world around them in a fun and educational way. Each camper will go home with an exclusive bundle of culinary and nature-themed swag, including their own handmade crafts.
Camp Creek Run is a state-accredited, dynamic summer day camp for children entering Kindergarten through 8th grade (ages 5-13). Our nature preserve is located on 50 pristine wooded acres in a Pine Barrens ecotone in Marlton, NJ. Our summer day camp program's philosophy is embodied in the phrase "Respect for the self, respect for others, and respect for all living things." We believe that instilling a respect and understanding for the natural world fosters a child's connection to community and other human beings. Our program is nature immersive and our strengths lie in the quality and training of our staff and the depth of our programming. We value fun, adventure, creativity, learning, safety, and diversity.
Walk in the woods, dig in the dirt, and wade in the water during our week-long nature camps. Daily activities include hands-on experiences and experiments, visits with native wildlife, and creative play. Sessions available for ages 3 through 8th grade. Camps run June 23-August 15, 2025.
Elite Climbing Spend a week developing climbing skills and knowledge, having a blast, and making friends! Our summer camp addresses both individual and team dynamics which contribute to peak athleticism. We focus on developing well-rounded climbing safety while building strength, balance, agility, flexibility, and concentration.
Hammer and Stain Our summer camp is more than just wood. Each themed week will be sure to inspire your child as we will make a new projects daily. We will work with all sorts of mediums and break the days up with games, snacks, activities and multiple crafts. The last few summers have been such a blast we can hardly wait to hang out with everyone again!
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