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Juniors (3rd & 4th Graders) Summer Camp near New Brunswick
At Oak Crest in New Brunswick, NJ, our junior campers engage in a wide array of activities, such as archery, mountain biking, lacrosse, high ropes, BMX, skatepark, pioneering adventures through ‘Camper vs. Wild,’ and more. Their daily schedule encompasses a blend of athletic and creative pursuits, including instructional swim sessions and the opportunity to conquer the climbing tower. A distinctive benefit for our junior campers is the Late Night program, which allows them to extend their day for a special dinner, additional swim time, extra games, a unique event, and a twilight campfire complete with delectable S’mores.
Junior Athletics
Our Junior program, located in New Brunswick, New Jersey, offers an extensive range of athletic activities on full-size fields. Weekly schedules feature sports like soccer, football, tennis, lacrosse, archery, basketball, hockey, and more. In addition, juniors have the opportunity to explore our Skate Park and Mountain Biking Program, led by dedicated Athletic Specialists. These sessions provide skill instruction followed by games to reinforce newly acquired abilities. Oak Crest counselors actively participate, collaborating with specialists to create meaningful success opportunities for our campers.
At the Junior level, we introduce League Play, where groups engage in soccer, handball, football, and dodgeball. Activities and opponents rotate weekly, ensuring a dynamic and competitive experience for our campers.
Creative Arts
Your child will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in a wide array of artistic activities led by experienced art teachers within our air-conditioned classrooms in New Brunswick, NJ. Campers can actively participate in a diverse range of creative endeavors on a weekly basis, including ceramics, music, mad science, cooking, drama, nature exploration, pioneering adventures through ‘Camper vs. Wild,’ dance, digital photography, jewelry making, computer activities, and much more.
Additionally, for our Junior Girl groups, there’s the exciting opportunity to showcase a dance routine in our annual event, ‘Showcrest.’ This grand Dance and Drama Production takes place during the sixth week of camp at a local venue in the evening, complete with professional sound and lighting, offering a significant platform for our young performers to shine.
Learn to Swim
At Oak Crest, our Learn to Swim Program is a foundational element of the Oak Crest experience. Our state-of-the-art aquatic facility in New Brunswick, NJ, is second to none. Our 3rd Grade Juniors benefit from our recently constructed 12,000-square-foot Aquatic Complex, designed exclusively for 3-8 year-olds, while our 4th grade Juniors swim in our Gigantic Pool, boasting eight 25-meter lanes. Both facilities feature shallow water areas, allowing us to start all swimmers in standing depth and progress them into deeper water as their skills advance.
Each morning, Juniors participate in a 40-minute swim lesson led by certified swim instructors, with group counselors providing support. Our swim lessons are skill-based rather than age-based, ensuring a challenging experience for swimmers of all levels. We annually train and certify our instructors, adhering not only to American Red Cross standards but also drawing from over 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 New Brunswick, NJ, mastering the art of riding a bicycle is a significant childhood milestone, and we provide the perfect environment for children to achieve this goal at our brand new Bicycle Village. This exceptional facility boasts a 1/4 mile training course, a state-of-the-art pump track, and a mountain bike preparation trail. Beyond instilling independence, cycling fosters essential skills such as balance, posture control, coordination, and the development of motor skills. Our experienced instructors offer individualized attention, helping novice riders build the confidence they need. As campers advance, they can take part in our dynamic Mountain Biking Program, where Oak Crest supplies appropriately sized bikes and helmets for their continued growth and enjoyment.
Ropes Courses
In New Brunswick, NJ, our Junior campers have the unique opportunity to experience all of Oak Crest’s Ropes Courses. The Confidence Course, positioned at a height of 5 feet above the ground, allows campers to become familiar with belaying and tackle various elements similar to those found in our High Ropes Course. The Climbing Tower boasts two distinct rock walls, a 200-yard zip line, and the thrilling Giant Swing. Our High Ropes course offers additional rock walls and mid-air challenges.
Prior to each season, our ropes courses undergo rigorous safety inspections and certification, conducted by the same company responsible for their construction. Furthermore, our certified ropes instructors, who lead groups through the courses, perform daily inspections to ensure the ongoing safety of our campers.
Choice
In New Brunswick, NJ, during the Choice period, campers have the freedom to select an activity for the week. Every week, campers can explore a new activity from a regularly updated list. In addition to a diverse array of athletic and creative options, our Junior campers can also elect to participate in our annual Drama Production or become involved in a specific Dance routine. This much-anticipated annual event is known as Showcrest.
Social Development
At our camp in New Brunswick, NJ, campers engage in collaborative, communicative, and supportive activities within their designated groups throughout the day. Our dedicated counselors actively facilitate an inclusive atmosphere, encouraging respectful interaction and effective communication among campers and staff alike. Through shared experiences, these groups form lasting bonds and forge enduring friendships.
Oak Crest maintains a steadfast commitment to a zero-tolerance policy for bullying, prioritizing a nurturing environment where children develop essential emotional and social skills necessary for lifelong success.
