Discover Summer Adventure at the YMCA of Greater Monmouth County
Registration for Day Camp Opens February 3
SHREWSBURY, NJ (Jan. 29, 2025) – The YMCA of Greater Monmouth County is offering kids and teens ages 3 to 15 the chance to explore, learn, and have fun this summer at its camp locations in Red Bank, Freehold, Old Bridge and YMCA Camp Zehnder in Wall.
Starting Feb. 3, the Y will begin accepting registrations for its adventure-filled summer camp program. Running from June 23 to August 29, 2025, with a variety of flexible options, the camps offers an enriching summer of recreational swim, sports, games, walking fields trips, specialty camps, including flag football, basketball, soccer and NASA STEM Explorers.
To accommodate busy families, before and after care will be available, and for families in need, the Y provides financial assistance on a sliding scale as part of its charitable mission.
“Y camps are designed to nurture the potential of every child, helping them learn, grow, and thrive in a safe and supportive environment,” said Greater Monmouth County YMCA President and CEO Laurie Goganzer. “From making new friends to learning new skills, every day at YMCA camp is a new opportunity for discovery.”
In keeping with the YMCA’s commitment to safety and excellence, all YMCA of Greater Monmouth County day camps are accredited by the American Camp Association and hold a Praesidium accreditation, meeting the highest industry standards for child abuse prevention.
Families interested in summer camp at the Y are invited to upcoming open house events:
- Saturday, Feb. 8, 10 a.m.– noon in Red Bank
- Saturday, Feb. 8, 12 a.m.–2 p.m. at YMCA Camp Zehnder
- Saturday, Feb. 22, 12–2 p.m. in Freehold
- Saturday, March 15, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. in Old Bridge
- Saturday, April 26, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. for Healthy Kids Day at all locations.
Each open house will also include a job fair for teens and adults interested in summer employment opportunities. Positions include camp counselors, lifeguards, and other seasonal roles.
Registration and information for summer day camp at YMCA branches in Red Bank, Freehold and Old Bridge, and at YMCA Camp Zehnder, are available online at www.ymcanj.org/camp.
Goganzer also noted that the Y will be offering summer day camp programs for children in Freehold Borough, Eatontown, Marlboro, Matawan and other locations. When finalized, information will be available on the YMCA website.
About YMCA of Greater Monmouth County
For 150 years, YMCA of Greater Monmouth County has empowered youth, improved health, and fostered connections that unite and uplift the community. Serving 42,000 people annually, we’ve provided over $5 million in financial assistance in the last five years. With locations in eight communities and programs integrated into more than 100 schools across Monmouth and Ocean counties, we are dedicated to strengthening communities. Named a New Jersey Top Workplace for three consecutive years by NJ Advance Media, we’re based in Shrewsbury, NJ. Learn more at www.ymcanj.org.
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