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JCC Summer Camps

Summer fun starts at the JCC!

By Sarah Frane Editor-Publisher Macaroni Kid York January 24, 2022

Summer camps are a great time for kids to try new things, nurture unique interests, meet new friends, stretch their creativity, and the JCC York has tons of summer fun! The York Jewish Community Center has been a huge part of the camp scene in York County for  over 35 years, and they are looking to make some big changes for summer 2022! One of their goals for this summer is to strengthen what is already great about  J Camps, while offering NEW specialty camps and programs throughout the summer. The York JCC'S, number one priority is to provide campers with every chance to get something out of their summer that is unique, valuable, and experiential. Whether you're looking for a traditional day camp setting or a fun specialty camp you're guaranteed to find something on this list that your kid will be excited about! 


FULL DAY CAMP


Grades K – 6

Monday – Friday 

6:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Camp Weekly Schedule

(Week 1) June 6 – 10 • Welcome to Camp Week
(Week 2) June 13 – 17 • Food Around the World
(Week 3) June 20 – 24 • Let’s Build Together
(Week 4) June 27 – July 1 • Massive H2O Week
(Week 5) July 4 – 8 • Party in the USA!
(Week 6) July 11 – 15 • Step into Prehistoric Time
(Week 7) July 18 – 22 • Galaxy Space, Meteors, Oh My!
(Week 8) July 25 – 29 • Give Local Week
(Week 9) August 1 – 5 • Spirit Week
(Week 10) August 8 – 12 • Camp Carnival

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EARLY YEARS DISCOVERY CAMP



Children ages 3-6 yearsspend the summer exploring with friends. Together, teachers and children explore weekly themes in a spirit of play, both inside the classroom and outside on the playground.

Experienced teachers encourage and guide children in music, art, literature, games and science activities. Teachers help children renew old friendships and discover new ones.

Mornings  Only Session 

Monday – Friday  9:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Includes AM Snack

Full Day 

Includes Lunch & Two Snacks

Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

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STEAM Mini Camps

STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) Camps with Ms. Erica & Ms. Megan
(Week 1) • June 6 -10
(Week 2) • June 13 – 17
(Week 3) • June 20 – 24
(Week 4) • June 27 – July 1
(Week 5) • July 5 – 9
(Week 6) • July 11 – 15
(Week 7) • July 18 – 22
(Week 8) • July 25 – 29
(Week 9) • August 1 – 5
(Week 10) • August 8 – 12

K – 2nd held from 1:30 PM  to 2:30 PM
3rd – 5th  held from2:30 PM to 3:30 PM

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Art Camp with Miss Taylor



10 week Art Camp with Miss Taylor with morning 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM or afternoon sessions.1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
(Week 1) June 6 -10 • Traditional Art Camp
(Week 2) June 13 – 17 • Watercolor Focus
(Week 3) June 20 – 24 • Recycled Art
(Week 4) June 27 – July 1 • Painting
(Week 5) July 5 – 9 • Character/Cartoon Art
(Week 6) July 11 – 15 • Sketchbook/Drawing
(Week 7) July 18 – 22 • Around the World
(Week 8) July 25 – 29 • Sculpting
(Week 9) August 1 – 5 • Famous Artists
(Week 10) August 8 – 12 • Jewelry Making

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Dance Camp with Ms. Cheryl



 Join Ms. Cheryl for Dance Camp June 13 – 17 &  July 11 – 15 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM

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Loose Parts Camp (Recylced Art)


June 6 – 10
 June 27 – July 1
July 18 – 22

Time:10:00 AM – 11:00 AM 

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Cooking Camp with Mr. Dave


June 20 – 24
July 18 – 22

Time:9:00 AM – 11:00 AM 

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Baking Camp with Ms. Erica


June 6 – 10
August 1 – 5

Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

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SUMMER SPORTS CAMPS


Mark Ludwig’s Soccer Academy Camp

 June 21 – 24 , June 28 – July 1, July 19 – 22
Ages 4 – 7 

Tuesday – Friday 10:00 AM – 10:50 AM


Lacrosse Fundamentals

August 1 – 5  

Monday – Friday 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Ages 7 – 13 


Circus Dance Camp

July 25 – 19 

Monday – Friday 3:15 PM – 4:15 PM

Ages 5 – 9


Nontraditional Games

June 13 – 17 

Monday – Friday 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM 

Ages 7 – 13 


Competitive Edge

July 11 – 17 

Monday – Friday 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Ages 7 – 13 


Princess Dance Camp

August 1 – 5 

 Monday – Friday 3:15 PM – 4:15 PM

Ages 3 – 6 


Pokémon Gym training

August 8 – 12 

 Monday – Friday 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

 Ages 8 – 12 


York Mighty Ants Summer Basketball Camp

June 13 – June 17
June 20 – June 24
June 27 – July 1

July 25 – July 29
August 1 – August 5
August 15 – August 19

Ages 6 – 15 

10:30 AM – 3:30 PM 

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LEARN & PLAY SUMMER CAMPS


Paw Patrol/PJ Mask Adventures

June 13 – 17 

 Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Ages 3 – 6


Mario Movement Mysteries

June 20 – 24 

 Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Ages 5 – 8 


Sports, Tumble, & Yoga

July 11 – 15 

 Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Ages 3 – 6 


Ninja Warrior Trainng

July 18 – 22 

 Monday – Friday  9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Ages 5 – 9 


Sports & Gross Motor Development

August 1 – 5 

 Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Ages 4 – 7 


Pokémon Movement Party!

August 8 – 12 

 Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Ages 5 – 9 

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