Summer camp for 1st & 2nd graders 6-8 years old near Manville
At Oak Crest Day Camp, our programs are designed to grow with your child, ensuring that as they get older, they are introduced to new challenges and activities that match their development. In our Explorer program, tailored for first and second graders, we introduce engaging activities like the Climbing Tower, Zipline, and Giant Swing, as well as the popular game of GAGA.
Starting in first grade, children can experience these thrilling adventures, each designed to build athletic skills, creativity, and social interactions. By the time they reach second grade, we offer them the freedom to choose their activities each week. This choice encourages them to explore diverse interests and develop new skills in a supportive environment.
Located near Manville, NJ, Oak Crest Day Camp offers your child a unique and enriching summer experience where they can grow, learn, and have fun in a safe setting.
Explorer Athletics
At Oak Crest Day Camp, we tailor sports activities for our 1st and 2nd graders by using smaller fields and age-appropriate equipment, ensuring they learn and succeed in each game. Our Athletic Specialists focus on teaching fundamental skills and structuring games that reinforce these skills effectively. Oak Crest counselors work closely with specialists to guarantee that each child feels accomplished and valued during these activities.
Located near Manville, NJ, Oak Crest Day Camp is renowned among parents of 6-8 year-olds for its dynamic and developmentally appropriate programs that engage young campers in active and enriching experiences.
Creative Arts
Join us at Oak Crest Day Camp, where your child can explore a wide range of artistic activities. Our experienced art teachers lead classes in air-conditioned facilities, offering programs in Ceramics, Music, Mad Science, Cooking, Drama, Nature Exploration, Dance, Digital Photography, Jewelry Making, Computers, and more.
Each week, campers engage in activities designed to ignite creativity and joy. Highlighting our summer, the Explorer Girl groups, ages 6-8, star in our annual Showcrest. This Dance and Drama Production features professional sound and lighting and is held during the 6th week of camp at a local venue. It’s a perfect opportunity for your child to shine in a professional setting.
Located near Manville, NJ, Oak Crest Day Camp is the perfect place for your child to experience a summer filled with creative growth and performance opportunities.
Learn to Swim
Join us at Oak Crest Day Camp, where our Learn-to-Swim Program is a cornerstone of our offerings, particularly favored by families with children aged 6-8 years old. Our state-of-the-art Aquatic Complex is designed with young swimmers in mind, featuring various water depths that start at 1 foot and extend up to 6 feet. This gradient enables a gentle introduction to swimming in shallow water, with a safe progression to deeper areas as children’s abilities develop.
Our morning swim sessions are led by certified instructors and supported by group counselors. These 40-minute lessons are customized to each child’s swimming ability, not just their age, ensuring personalized attention and progression. Our swim instructors are seasoned professionals, annually trained in American Red Cross standards, with over 25 years of experience in teaching swimming to children.
Located near Manville, NJ, Oak Crest Day Camp is the ideal place for your child to learn to swim in a supportive and comprehensive program that is both safe and fun.
Learn to Ride a Bicycle
Explore the new Bicycle Village at Oak Crest Day Camp, a hit with children aged 6-8. Our facility includes a 1/4-mile training course, a state-of-the-art pump track, and a trail designed for mountain bike training. Learning to ride a bike is a key milestone in a child’s life, enhancing their independence and improving balance, coordination, and motor skills.
At Oak Crest, each child receives personal guidance from our experienced instructors, who help build confidence in young cyclists. We ensure safety by providing bikes and helmets that are just the right size, making every biking experience both fun and secure.
Located near Manville, NJ, Oak Crest Day Camp is the perfect place for your child to master cycling in a safe and engaging environment.
Ropes Course and Low Ropes Course
