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Juniors (3rd & 4th Graders) Summer Camp near 07920
At Oak Crest in 07920, New Jersey, junior campers engage in a diverse array of activities such as Archery, Mountain Biking, Lacrosse, High Ropes, BMX, Skatepark, Camper vs. Wild (pioneering), and more. Their schedule is packed with athletic and creative pursuits, including Instructional Swim and the Climbing Tower. An exclusive benefit for junior campers is the Late Night program, enabling them to extend their stay for an exclusive dinner, additional swim time, extra games, a special event, and a twilight campfire featuring delicious S’mores.
Junior Athletics
Our Junior program in 07920, New Jersey, offers a wide array of athletic activities conducted on full-size fields. Weekly schedules are packed with Soccer, Football, Tennis, Lacrosse, Archery, Basketball, Hockey, and more. In addition, junior campers have the opportunity to explore our Skate Park and Mountain Biking Program, which are led by Athletic Specialists. These sessions include skill instruction followed by skill-reinforcing games, with active participation from Oak Crest counselors to create meaningful success opportunities for campers.
At the Junior level, we introduce League Play, where groups engage in competitive activities such as Soccer, Handball, Football, and Dodgeball. The activities and opponents rotate on a weekly basis, providing an ever-changing and dynamic experience for our campers.
Creative Arts
Your child will immerse themselves in a variety of artistic activities, led by experienced art teachers in air-conditioned classrooms in 07920, New Jersey. Our campers have the opportunity to explore Ceramics, Music, Mad Science, Cooking, Drama, Nature, Camper vs. Wild, Dance, Digital Photography, Jewelry Making, Computers, and more on a weekly basis.
In addition to these creative endeavors, all Junior Girl groups take center stage in our annual event, Showcrest – a grand Dance and Drama Production. This significant production unfolds during the sixth week of camp, hosted at a local venue in the evening, complete with professional sound and lighting to showcase our campers’ talents.
Learn to Swim
At Oak Crest, our Learn to Swim Program is an integral part of the Oak Crest experience, centered around our state-of-the-art aquatic facility in 07920, New Jersey. Our commitment to water safety and swimming proficiency is unwavering. For 3rd Grade Juniors, we’ve designed a recently constructed, 12,000-square-foot Aquatic Complex tailored exclusively for 3-8 year-olds, while 4th Grade Juniors enjoy our Gigantic Pool, equipped with eight 25-meter lanes. Both facilities feature shallow water to accommodate swimmers at various skill levels, allowing us to initiate beginners in standing depth and progressively challenge them in deeper waters.
Every morning, our Juniors engage in a 40-minute swim lesson led by certified swim instructors, with group counselors offering assistance. Our approach is skill-based rather than age-based, ensuring that swimmers of all levels find a suitable challenge. Our instructors undergo annual training and certification, drawing from American Red Cross standards and more than 25 years of practical experience in teaching children how to swim. In the afternoon, Juniors have the opportunity for free swim in the pools.
Learn to Ride a Bicycle
At Oak Crest in 07920, New Jersey, mastering the art of bicycle riding is a significant childhood milestone, and we provide the ideal environment for achieving this skill through our brand-new Bicycle Village. This facility boasts a 1/4 mile training course, a state-of-the-art pump track, and a mountain bike preparation trail. Beyond the sense of independence, cycling fosters essential lessons in balance, posture control, coordination, and the development of motor skills. Our experienced instructors offer personalized attention, ensuring novice riders gain the confidence they need. As campers progress, they can engage in our dynamic Mountain Biking Program, complete with appropriately sized bikes and helmets provided by Oak Crest.
Ropes Courses
Located in 07920, New Jersey, our Junior campers at Oak Crest have the unique opportunity to participate in all of our challenging Ropes Courses. The Confidence Course, positioned 5 feet above the ground, provides campers with the chance to familiarize themselves with belaying techniques and navigate several elements similar to those found in our more elevated High Ropes Course. Our Climbing Tower features two distinct rock walls, a thrilling 200-yard zip line, and the exhilarating Giant Swing. For those seeking an extra level of adventure, our High Ropes course offers additional rock walls and mid-air challenges.
Before the start of each season, our ropes courses undergo meticulous safety inspections and receive certification from the same company responsible for their construction. In addition to this, our certified ropes instructors, who guide groups through the courses, perform daily inspections to ensure ongoing safety for all participants.
Choice
In 07920, New Jersey, our campers enjoy the flexibility to select their preferred activities during the Choice period. Each week, they can choose a new activity from a continuously updated list. In addition to a wide array of athletic and creative options, Junior campers also have the opportunity to participate in our annual Drama Production or join in a specific Dance routine. This much-anticipated event is known as Showcrest.
Social Development
At our camp in 07920, New Jersey, campers engage in collaborative, communicative, and supportive activities within their designated groups throughout the day. Our dedicated counselors actively participate, creating an inclusive atmosphere that encourages respectful interaction and effective communication among campers and staff. Through shared experiences, these groups build strong bonds and form lasting friendships. Oak Crest maintains a steadfast commitment to a zero-tolerance policy for bullying, prioritizing a nurturing environment where children can develop the emotional and social skills necessary for lifelong success.
