Summer Camps
2024 RUMSON RECREATION AUTHORIZED CAMPS
Rumson Rec Summer Programs and Camps Catalog
Open Registration begins February 2024
All camps, unless noted, are open to Residents
of Rumson and Fair Haven only.
Please note: Open Registration ends May 31, after which a $10 Late Fee will be assessed on each registration
Camps available in June, July and August!
CLICK ON THE CAMP LINK BELOW TO READ MORE AND TO REGISTER
Rumson Rec
Summer Camps
Summer
Sports Camps
- Rumson Residents Only -
- Rumson & Fair Haven Residents Only -
- Rumson & Fair Haven Residents Only -
Summer
Enrichment Camps
- Rumson & Fair Haven Residents Only -
All camps take place in Rumson unless otherwise noted.
Must be specified age by start of camp (no exceptions) or Grade specified as of Fall of this year.
Camp Directors reserve the right to cancel camps due to low enrollment.
A full refund will be provided in case of Camp's cancellation, otherwise no refunds and no pro-rating for missed sessions.
Please see Registration and Registration Policies for more information.
Summer Playground
Where:
Victory Park
When:
June 24th to July 26th
Monday - Friday
8:30 am - 11:30 am
Ages:
Boys & Girls 6-14 Years Old
Must be 6 by Oct 15 or
entering 1st Grade
Fee:
$145 (non-refundable, no pro-rating)
$25 late fee
$35 bonus week
July 29 - August 2, 2024
Enjoy numerous counselor-supervised activities at Victory Park including wiffle ball, soccer, basketball, tennis, arts & crafts, games, theme days, playground fun, & more!
All children must remain on premises during park hours unless a note is sent by the parent or the parent is picking up early. The program will be canceled if it rains before and during park hours. Arrangements should be made to pick up your child if it rains during park hours.
Basketball Programs
- With Rumson Rec -
Registration Opens
March 2024
- With RFH Girls Coach Callahan -
- With RFH Boys Coach Champeau -
Rumson Rec Summer Hoops League
Where:
Rogers Park & Victory Park
When:
June - July, 2024
Ages:
Boys & Girls
4th - 9th Grade
Fee:
$65
$10 late fee
Volunteer Coaches Needed
Back by popular demand, the Summer Hoops program for boys & girls in grades 4th - 9th!
Games will be played at Forrestdale outdoor courts, Rogers Park and Victory Park depending on the schedule.
No practices - just play!
Volunteer coaches are needed for players to participate. email choffmann@rumsonnj.gov if you are interested in coaching.
Coach Cal's Girls Basketball Camp
Where: RFH High School
When:
Session I: July 22 - 25, 2024
Session II: July 29 - August 1, 2024
9 AM - 12 PM
Ages:
Girlz Only
3rd - 8th Grade
Fee:
$225 per player
$10 late fee
Looking for Rumson-Fair Haven's Top Hoopers!
Learn to Play like a Champion!
Shooting. Passing. Dribbling. Defense. Conditioning. Passion. Teamwork. Attitude.
For those who want to be the Best of the Best!
TO TEACH YOUNG GIRLS THE RIGHT WAY TO:
1. PLAY BASKETBALL BY USING POSITIVE COACHING TECHNIQUES.
2. BASIC SKILLS IN ALL PHASES OF THE GAME; SHOOTING, PASSING, REBOUNDING, DRIBBLING AND DEFENSE.
3. INSTRUCTION ALSO INCLUDES; COMMUNICATION SKILLS, TEAMWORK, THINKING ON THE MOVE AND THE IMPORTANCE OF A POSITIVE ATTITUDE!
4. MOST IMPORTANTLY THEY WILL FALL IN LOVE WITH THE GAME!
Shempy Co-ed RFH Basketball Camp
Where: RFH High School
When:
July 8th - 11th
July 15th - 18th
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ages:
Boys & Girls
1st - 8th Grade
Fee:
$250
$10 late fee
Boys and Girls, grades 1-8, are invited to join RFH Boys Basketball Coach, two-time Shore Conference Coach of the year, Chris "Shempy" Champeau, for basketball instruction and inspiration.
The camp will focus on Individual instruction, skills training, games and awards, confidence building, and overall attitude boosting.
- Led by Mr. Jeff Herkimer, RFH Math Teacher -
Bulldog Football Camp
Where: RFH High School
When:
Session 1: July 8 & 9, 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Rising 2nd - 5th Graders
Session 2: July 31 & Aug 1, 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Rising 6th - 8th Graders
Ages:
Boys & Girls
Rumson/Fair Haven Residents
Fee:
$110 per session
$10 late fee
Includes t-shirt and reg. fees
In this non-contact football camp, athletes will focus on enhancing skill levels necessary for success on the field.
Led by RFH Head Coach Jerry Schulte and the football coaching staff, Rumson/Fair Haven residents are invited to register for this camp.
Athletes should bring t-shirt, shorts, sneakers/cleats, mouthpieces and water to each session held at RFHRHS.
RFH Girls Lax Camp
Where: Meadow Ridge Park - East
When:
August 19- 21, 2024
9:00 am - 11:30 am
Ages:
Rumson/Fair Haven Residents
Girls 7 - 14 years old
Fee:
$100 per participant
$10 late fee
Girls lacrosse camp will host ages 7-14 for a 3 day lacrosse camp.
Students will learn fundamentals of lacrosse, stick skills, how a game is constructed and many other lacrosse techniques.
Camp is led by RFH Varsity Head Lacrosse Coach, Amy O'Keefe.
Sports Broadcasting
Where: RFH High School
When:
August 12-15, 2024
9 AM - 11 AM
Ages:
Rumson/Fair Haven Students
Boys & Girls entering 6th - 8th Grade
Fee:
$95 per student
$10 late fee
Learn the exciting world of sports broadcasting with play-by-play, athlete interviews, highlights and writeups. The program will be lead by RFHRHS Jeff Herkimer - coach, announcer and coordinator of the RFH Broadcast Club.
Bulldog Soccer Camps
Coach Soares
Where: RFH High School
When: July 15-18, 2024
Pre-K
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
K-2nd Grade
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
3rd-8th Grade
5:30PM - 8:00PM
Ages:
Boys & Girls
Rumson/Fair Haven Residents
Fee:
Pre-K: $125 per camper
K-2nd: $145
3rd-8th: $185 per athlete
$10 late fee
The Bulldog Soccer Camp will provide the Rumson-Fair Haven community a fun, engaging, and competitive environment for players to improve their soccer skills. Also accompanied by RFH's coaches, including current and former players. Most importantly, the campers will have the opportunity to make the connection with the current RFH soccer program.
Coach Herkimer
Where: RFH High School
When: June 24-27
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Ages:
Boys & Girls
Rising 1st - 8th Grade
Fee:
1st-8th: $150
$10 late fee
RFH Rowing
Learn to Row Camp
Where: Victory Park
When:
Ages:
Rumson/Fair Haven Residents
Boys & Girls 13 years old and up
Must by 13 by first day of camp
Fee:
$299 per athlete
There are two levels: Beginners and Intermediate
SWIM TEST: Participant must provide proof that have passed a swim test. Swim tests are available at the YMCA – you need not retake the swim test each year.
RFH Rowing - Summer Program
Where: Victory Park
Session Dates:
Ages:
Rumson/Fair Haven Students
Boys & Girls entering 10th - 12th Grade
Fee:
$375 per athlete
Limited Spots Available
For rowers with experience who want to improve their skills and competitiveness. Must have taken the intermediate rowing or have competed at another high school to be eligible..
Summer Chess Camp
Where: Bingham Hall
When:
July 15- 19, 2024
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ages:
Rumson/Fair Haven Residents
2nd - 6th Grade
Fee:
$300per player
$25 late fee
Chess has been proven to be a useful life tool which reinforces many of the skills which students can utilize throughout their academic years and beyond. Chess will develop analytical and logical thinking, concentration and decision making skills.
The instructor will begin the program by providing a solid foundation, emphasizing fundamental skills needed to grow as a chess player such as: Basic Opening, Middle and
Endgame principles and common tactics and strategies.
**10:30 am break for snack daily
Bulldog Volleyball Camp
Where: RFH High School Gymnasium
When:
Session 1: June 24-27
Session 2: August 5-8
1:00 - 4:00 pm
Ages:
Rumson/Fair Haven Residents
Girls, 6th - 8th Grade
Fee:
$210 per athlete
$10 late fee
Bulldog Volleyball Camp is designed for middle school girls (incoming 6th-8th graders) to enhance skill development and learn the basics of the game of volleyball, led by RFH Varsity Volleyball Coach Cavlin Williams.
Athletes should come prepared with knee pads, hydration and proper footwear throughout the camp.
Bulldog Softball Camp
Details:
June 24, 25 & 26
Hours: 3:00-5:00 PM
Location: RFH Turf
Price: $110
Ages: Open to Rumson and Fair Haven girls in K-8th grade.
All clinic sessions are led by RFH Varsity Head Coach Jerry Gagliano, Asst. Coach Tess Gagliano, and RFH Varsity softball players.
Athletes should come prepared with a water bottle with their name on it, glove, bat and sneakers/cleats.
Drama Kids Int.
HELLO AND WELCOME TO DRAMA KIDS OF EASTERN MONMOUTH COUNTY
Our director is Melissa Schnappauf. Melissa has been involved in theater all her life as a dancer, singer, actress, director, and choreographer. She has taught children for almost 30 years and is so excited to bring Drama Kids to Monmouth County.
Drama Kids is not only a program where kids learn how to act and perform. It is a developmental class for children to gain confidence and build social skills.
Through dramatic activities, children learn problem-solving, teamwork, and develop an understanding of others. Through the award-winning curriculum of Drama Kids, Melissa hopes to help inspire a future generation of young artists and encourage a lifelong love of the arts.
Marine Science Camp
Opens February 7th
REGISTRATION MANAGED BY
NEW LOGIC MARINE SCIENCE
In advance, it is recommended to do the following via their website.
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Register account
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Register Camper(s)
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Marine Science Camp runs weekly from June 24th through August 19th. Traditionally, slots fill up quickly.
RFH Varsity Cheerleading Youth Camp
Instructors: Jessica Bellavance & Meagan Springsteen of RFHHS Cheer
Learn from the best! Cheer, Dance, Jumps, Motions, Basic Tumbling, and Stunting with the RFH Varsity Cheerleaders and Coaches! With your group instructor, you will choreograph a routine to perform on the last day! Decorate your own bow as well!
RFH Softball Field
Boys and Girls
July 29th-31st (M/T/W)
(Thurs 8/1 Rain Date)
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
K-8th $185
Bulldog Field Hockey Camp
RFH Turf Fields
3rd grade- 8th grade
2 hour time slots 9-11
M-TH
7/22- 7/25
$160 per camper
Artist Explorers Camp
Instructors:
Kristen Lanfrank and Zach Wilson
July 8-11
(Going into 4th-6th Grade) 1-3 PM
July 15-18
(Going into 1st grade-3rd grade) 1-3pm
$150.00
Bingham Hall
Each day students will explore a different artistic medium, such as drawing, painting, collage and sculpture. The students will be immersed with artists and art historical experience while having an amazing time being creative! The classes are taught by two very experienced RFH art instructors. All materials will be provided.
