PLAYGROUND ACTIVITIES

A supervised program for children to play games and participate in arts & crafts. Tons of games, crafts and a different theme for every week!
AGES: 4 (by 6/20/20) to 8
DAYS: Monday- Friday (weather permitting)
TIME: 9 am- 12 noon
LOCATIONS:  North, 8^th, 15^th,34^th & 52^nd Street
COST: $75 per week
            $275 for 4 weeks (any combination of 4 weeks)
            $450 for 8 weeks (any combination of 8 weeks)
(The City reserves the right to close a playground due to lack of registration) 

WEEK #1 - Ahoy Matey! (6/22 - 6/26)
WEEK #2 – Stars & Stripes (6/29 – 7/3)
WEEK #3 – Week of Champions (7/6 – 7/10)
WEEK #4 – Super Heroes (7/13 – 7/17)
WEEK #5 – Disco Days (7/20 – 7/24)
WEEK #6 - Circus (7/27– 7/31)
WEEK # 7 – Aloha (8/3 – 8/7)
WEEK #8 – Dino Days (8/10– 8/14)
WEEK #9 - Creative Campers (8/17-8/21) 8th St. only
WEEK #10 - Wrap It Up (8/24-8/28) 8th St. only

REGISTRATION BEGINS: May 1st
(Camp is weather permitting. Cancellations are emailed and posted under Recreation Announcements)
(The City reserves the right to close a playground due to lack of registration)

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

WEEK #1 - Birthday (6/20 -  6/24)
WEEK #2 – Fourth of July (6/27 – 7/1)
WEEK #3 – Aloha (7/4 – 7/8)
WEEK #4 – Prehistoric (7/11 – 7/15)
WEEK #5 – Under the Sea (7/18 – 7/22)
WEEK #6 - WEEK of the Champions (7/25 – 7/29)
WEEK #7 – Bugs! Bugs! Bugs! (8/1 – 8/5)
WEEK #8 – Back to the 70’s (8/8 – 8/12)

REGISTRATION BEGINS: May 1st
(The City reserves the right to close a playground due to lack of registration)

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

• Changes for 2020

MORNING SPORTS & RECREATION ACTIVITIES

An introductory program in which your child will play a variety of sports and games.
2020 No Trips, Must stay on location. Will follow CDC Considerations. Campers will have temperature checks daily, to attend camp. Also parental verification that you are not sending your child to camp with any Covid-19 symptoms, which include fever, cough, shortness of breath, chills, muscle pain, sore throat, and loss of taste or smell

AGES: 7 (by 6/20/20) to 13
DAYS:  Monday – Friday (weather permitting)
TIME:  9:00 am – 12:00 noon
WEEKS: #1 July 6, #2 July 13, #3 July 20, #4 July 27, #5 August 6, #6 August 10
LOCATION: Tennessee Ave Sports Complex - 150 Tennessee Ave.
COST: $75.00 per week

Register Now  - June 29th - Must be signed up by Sunday 5PM. No morning of sign up

Printable or E-mail Emergency Contact Form 
Online Jot Form Emergency Contact Form 

Admission Ticket 

In your account we ask that you check the box, Receive alerts via text messaging. By checking this box, I understand that standard text messaging rates may apply.
To Find: Go to view account (bottom right box) - under Email Preferences choose Edit under the Option 1 primary contact section is the check box. This option will be used for communication due to cancellations or changes in time due to weather or other factors.

 Camp Letter - Click Here 

Covid -19 Parent Letter - Click Here 

FITNESS/DANCE CLASS

This class is a dance based and high energy conditioning fitness class. This class is designed to maintain strength and flexibility conditioning as a vital portion that is necessary in practicing safe tumbling while also providing students with a strong foundation as dancers.

AGES:  7 - 12 yrs.

REGISTRATION STARTS:  May 1

DAYS:  Mon., Wed., Fri

TIMES:  9:00 am - 10:00 am

LOCATION:  Sports & Civic Center, 6th & Boardwalk

COST:  Session I - $100/Session II - $100

Both Sessions I & II - $180

Session I - June 22 - July 17
Session II - July 20 - Aug. 14

* Class sizes are limited to 20 students

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

RECREATIONAL TUMBLING CLASS

This is an open gym class designed for cheerleaders, dancers and gymnasts. Children will work on strength, flexibility and balance. 

AGES:  7 - 12 yrs.

REGISTRATION STARTS:  May 1

DAYS:  Mon., Wed., Fri.

TIMES:  10:00 am - 11:00 am

LOCATION:  Sports & Civic Center, 6th & Boardwalk

COST:  Session I - $100/Session II - $100

Both Sessions I & II - $180

Session I - June 22 - July 17
Session II - July 20 - Aug. 14

*CLASS SIZES ARE LIMITED TO 20 STUDENTS

  Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

TINY TOTS TUMBLING
This class is designed for beginners that want to learn the fundamentals of gymnastics.

AGES: 3 (by 6/1/20) to 6
Registration Starts: May 1
DAYS: Tuesdays & Thursdays (no class on Aug 13)
AGES: 3 - 4
9:00 am -  9:45 am
AGES: 4 - 5
10:00 am- 10:45 am
AGES: 5 - 6
11:00 am - 11:45 am

LOCATION: Sports & Civic Center

Session I - $65/Session II - $60
Session I & II - $110

Session I - June 22 - July 17
Session II - July 20 - Aug. 14

*CLASS SIZES ARE LIMITED TO 12 STUDENTS PER AGE GROUP

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

FUN N’ FITNESS SUMMER CAMP

 The Aquatic & Fitness Summer Camp staff is hoping to see you and your child this summer. We are offering the Fun N’ Fitness Summer Camp for ages 4 to 10 year olds. Camp will be full of splashing fun, lots of glue, and fitness challenges. The children will be kept busy in the morning program with fun sports and games, a swim lesson and pool playtime. Later we fuel up with a snack and make a crafty momento to take home each day of camp.Camp will provide outdoor activities, swim lessons and a trip once a session. Qualified camp counselors guide you through many facets of Fun-N-Fitness.

Swim Lessons/Activities/Crafts

Gathering and outside activity location 18^th St. Intermediate School, Swim Lessons held at the Aquatic & Fitness Center.

Ages:  4 (as of 6/1/20) Must be toilet trained - 10 years old (must show proof of age)

Days: Monday through Friday

Time: 9:00am- 12pm

Dates: Session # 1 - June 22 - July 3
           Session # 2 - July 6 - July 17
           Session # 3 - July 20 - July 31
           Session # 4 - August 3 - August 14

$310.00 (2 week session)

Registration is limited and begins May 1st
Register online- Click Here 

For more information on all Aquatic & Fitness Center classes and programs – Click Here

Printable or E-mail Emergency Contact Form

AQUATIC AND FITNESS CENTER LEARN TO SWIM

Registration is limited. Registration for summer swim lessons begins June 1 Online or in person at the Aquatic & Fitness Center, 1735 Simpson Ave.
Online Registration Link  - Create a Community Pass account or Log in.

The American Red Cross Learn to Swim program teaches youngsters to swim and be safe in, on and around water. We teach 5 progressive levels. Starting with Level I where the most (elementary) beginning swimming skills are taught, thru Level 5 refining the competitive strokes. 

PARENT & TOT
6 months - 3 1/2 years
Parents' participation is required. This class is designed to introduce and acclimate your young child to the water.

ADULT LESSONS
Instructors work with you at any level

PRIVATE & SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS
Adult & child individualized instruction, the lessons may be arranged at your convenience
Call the Aquatic & Fitness Front Desk - (609) 398 - 6900 for more information

Find more about the Aquatic and Fitness Center programs – Click Here

1st Day of Registration: Summer: Friday, May 29th, 9:00AM
Online Registration Link  - Create a Community Pass account or Log in.

LITTLE MISS OCEAN CITY

AGES: 8 - 11 (cannot be 12 before 8/1/20) 

REGISTRATION: May 1st - July 19th
Must live, attend Ocean City Schools or be a property owner in Ocean City (parents)

PAGEANT DATE: August 21, 2020

LOCATION: Ocean City Music Pier

COST: $75.00

INFORMATION: 609-525-9304 or kfenton@ocnj.us

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

JUNIOR MISS OCEAN CITY

AGES: 12 - 15 (cannot be 16 before 8/1/2020)

REGISTRATION: May 1 at 9:00am - July 1
Must live, attend Ocean City Schools or be a property owner in Ocean City (parents)

PAGEANT DATE: August 22, 2020

LOCATION: Ocean City Music Pier

COST: $75.00

INFORMATION: 609-525-9284

Register Now 

OCEAN CITY YOUTH THEATRE CAMP

Casting will begin the first day of camp for a two-week rehearsal process of the musical, OFF THEIR ROCKERS! Other camp activities will include:  trips to the Music Pier morning Theatre Series, acting games, singing and movement/dance.

About the show: Our story takes place in a senior center where all is quiet and calm and perhaps a bit boring; that is until the Center Director decides to use music and dance to bring fun and excitement into the lives of the seniors. Through songs and dances that were very much a part of the seniors’ past; the Director; along with friends and family; encourage the seniors to get “off their rockers” and join in on the fun. All of the  dances in Off Their Rockers are easy to learn with several different options for performing them. Songs include: Old Time Rock and Roll; The Banjo’s Back in Town; Rock Around the Clock; At the Hop; The Peppermint Twist; Dancin’ in the Street.

Director:  Michael Hartman

Limited to 55 students
AGES: 3rd - 8th Grade
(with an interest in theatre, dance and or music)

LOCATION: Hughes Performing Arts Center of OCHS

DATES: July 5th - 8th & July 11th - 14th
TIME: 9:00 am- 12:00 noon

DATE: July 15th
TIME: 9:00 am- 1:00 pm

SHOW TIME: 6:00 pm (OCHS)
KIDS REPORT: 5:00 pm
COST: $200.00

REGISTRATION BEGINS:  May 1st

INFORMATION: (609) 525-9300 or (609) 525-9304
www.ocnj.us/recreation

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

For more information on other theatre, dance and music programs offered through the Ocean City Theatre Company visit their website. www.oceancitytheatrecompany.com   

FUN RUNS

The Fun Runs are sanctioned by the Ocean City Recreation Department and hosted by the Runaway Athletic Club.

AGES: All Ages
TIME: 6pm
DAYS: Tuesdays (Short Distance) Kids Events (50, 100, 200, 400 & 800 meters) June 30 - September 1
            Thursdays (Long Distance) (5k & 1 mile)  June 18 - September 3
LOCATION: Carey Field at 6th & Atlantic
COST: Free

INFORMATION: Call 609.525.9304

Hope to see you on the track!

BEACH EXERCISE: exercise classes taught on the beach by a variety of certified Aquatic & Fitness Center Instructors.

DAYS: Mon, Wed. & Fri. - (June 27th - Sept. 2nd)

LOCATION:  6th Street Beach

TIME: 8:00 am - 9:00 am

COST: Free
*Bring a towel and a friend*

For more information on all Aquatic & Fitness Center classes and programs – Click Here

Weekly surfing contests, participants accumulate points each week. If there are no waves the contest will continue until there are three good wave dates. Third and final week trophies are awarded for 1st-6th place.

LOCATION: 7th St. beach

DATES: July 6, 13 & 20

AGES: Girls & Boys 14 and younger

CATEGORIES: Girls & Boys 10 and under; Boys 11-12; Boys 13-14; Girls 11-14

REGISTRATION: Free- 3:30pm on the beach with parent/guardian

CONTEST TIME: 4pm

ADDITIONAL INFO:  Heritage Surf Shop, 609-398-6390

Ocean City Free Public Library
1735 Simpson Ave
Ocean City, NJ 08226

Hours: Monday - Friday: 9am - 9pm
            Saturday: 9am - 5pm
            Sunday: 1pm - 5pm

Phone: 609-399-2434
www.oceancitylibrary.org 

History Camp 2020

Ages: 7 - 11 years old
Dates: Museum Studies: July 13th - 17th

Ages: 12 - 14 years old
Dates: Making History: August 10th-14th
      

Time: 9am to 11:30am

Cost: $45

Location: Ocean City Historical Museum

The program needs at least four students.

Register by calling the Museum: 609-399-1801 or email: info@ocnjmuseum.org

MEN’S LEAGUE

AGES: Post High School

LEAGUE BEGINS: June 9th (Tues & Thurs)

TIME:  7:00 pm, 8:00 pm & 9:00 pm

LOCATION: 6th St. Courts & Intermediate School

COST: $60 per player

REGISTRATION: May 1st - June 1st
Maximum Players 12 per team

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

Call 609 525-9304 for more information

WOMEN’S LEAGUE

AGES: Post High School

LEAGUE BEGINS: June 15th (Mon & Wed)

TIME: 7:00 pm, 8:00 pm & 9:00 pm

LOCATION: 6th St. Courts

COST: $60

REGISTRATION: May 1st - June 7th
Maxmium Players 12 per team

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

Call 609 525-9304 for more information

HIGH SCHOOL BOYS LEAGUE

AGES: Going into 9th - 12th grade

LEAGUE BEGINS: June 22nd (Mon. - Thurs.)

TIME: 6:00 pm & 7:00 pm

LOCATION: 6th Street Courts

COST: $45

REGISTRATION: May 1st - June 14th
Open League players will randomly be placed on teams of 10 players. 

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st, 9:00AM

BOYS JR. HIGH LEAGUE

AGES: Going into 7th - 8th Grade

LEAGUE BEGINS: June 23rd (Tues & Thurs)

TIME:  6:00 pm & 7:00 pm

LOCATION: 18th & Haven Ave.Courts

COST: $45

REGISTRATION: May 1st - June 14th
Open League players will randomly be placed on teams of 10 players.
Team lists will be posted at the Civic Center on June 19th
VOLUNTEER COACHES NEEDED
 

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

GIRLS JR. HIGH LEAGUE

AGES: Going into 7th - 9th Grade

LEAGUE BEGINS: June 22nd (Mon & Wed)

TIME:  6:00 pm & 7:00 pm

LOCATION: 18th & Haven Ave.Courts

COST: $45

REGISTRATION: May 1st - June 14th
Open League players will randomly be placed on teams of 10 players.
Team lists will be posted at the Civic Center on June 19th.
VOLUNTEER COACHES NEEDED
 

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

BOYS INTERMEDIATE LEAGUE

AGES: Going into 5th & 6th Grade

LEAGUE BEGINS: June 23rd (Tues & Thurs)

TIME: 6:00 pm or 7:00pm

LOCATION: 18th & Haven Ave. Courts

COST: $45

REGISTRATION: May 1st - June 14th
Online at: www.OCNJ.us/Recreation

Open League players will randomly be placed on teams of 10 players.
Team lists will be posted at the Civic Center on June 19th.
VOLUNTEER COACHES NEEDED
 

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

GIRLS INTERMEDIATE LEAGUE

AGES: Going into 5th & 6th Grade

LEAGUE BEGINS: June 22nd (Mon & Wed)

TIME: 6:00pm

LOCATION: 18th & Haven Ave. Courts

COST: $45

REGISTRATION: May 1st - June 14th
Online at: www.OCNJ.us/Recreation

Open League players will randomly be placed on teams of 10 players.
Team lists will be posted at the Civic Center on June 19th. 
VOLUNTEER COACHES NEEDED
 

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

BIDDY LEAGUE

AGES: Going into 3rd & 4th Grade (9 ft. baskets)

LEAGUE BEGINS: June 22nd (Mon. & Wed.) - Girls
                               June 23rd (Tues. & Thurs.) - Boys

TIME: 5:00 pm

LOCATION: 18th & Haven Ave Courts

COST: $45

REGISTRATION: May 1 - June 14th
Online at: www.OCNJ.us/Recreation 
 

Open League players will randomly be placed on teams of 10 players.

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

FIELD HOCKEY 

(required equipment: stick, shin guards, goggles & mouth guard)
All clinics will focus on footwork, conditioning and individual skill development.
All CDC guidelines will be followed

INSTRUCTIONAL CLINICS
AGES: 3rd - 8th Grades
TIME: 10AM - 11AM
DATES: July 7th  - August 13th (Tuesdays & Thursday's) Make-up rain date: August 4th 
COST: $40

INSTRUCTIONAL CLINICS
AGES: 9th - 12th Grades
TIME: 9AM - 10AM
          Times may be adjusted to accommodate different skill levels
DATES: July 7th - August 13th (Tuesday & Thursday's) NO Camp July 9th and August 4th 
COST: $40

LOCATION: 6th St. & Atlantic  Ave. Turf Field at the Track
INSTRUCTORS: Ocean City High School Coaches & Players
REGISTRATION STARTS: June 29th - www.ocnj.us/recreation
INFORMATION: (609) 525-9304 or kfenton@ocnj.us

Register Now 

Emergency Contact Jot Form 

Admission Ticket 

In your account we ask that you check the box, Receive alerts via text messaging. By checking this box, I understand that standard text messaging rates may apply.
To Find: Go to view account (bottom right box) - under Email Preferences choose Edit under the Option 1 primary contact section is the check box. This option will be used for communication due to cancellations or changes in time due to weather or other factors.

GIRLS LACROSSE PICK-UP GAMES

(required equipment: stick, goggles & mouth guard)

All clinics will focus on footwork, conditioning and individual skill development.
All CDC guidelines will be followed

AGES: 3rd - 8th Grades

TIME: 10AM - 11AM (Mondays & Wednesdays)

AGES:  9th - 12th Grades

TIME:  9AM - 10AM (Mondays & Wednesdays)

DATES:  July 6th - August 12th

LOCATION:  15th St & Haven Ave - Palmer Field

COST:  $40
ONLINE REGISTRATION STARTS: June 29th
INFORMATION: (609) 525-9304 or kfenton@ocnj.us

Register Now 

Emergency Contact Jot Form
Admission Ticket 

In your account we ask that you check the box, Receive alerts via text messaging. By checking this box, I understand that standard text messaging rates may apply.
To Find: Go to view account (bottom right box) - under Email Preferences choose Edit under the Option 1 primary contact section is the check box. This option will be used for communication due to cancellations or changes in time due to weather or other factors.

GOLF CLINIC
Emphasis on chipping, putting & short iron game.

AGES: 8 - 10 - Time: 4:15 pm - 5:00 pm
AGES: 11 - 12  - Time: 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm
*Class size is limited to 12*

DATES:
Session #1 - July 6th - July 9th
Session #2 - August 3rd - August 6th

LOCATION: Ocean City Municipal Golf Course 2600 Bay Avenue

COST: $50 per week

REGISTRATION BEGINS: May 1st - www.ocnj.us/recreation

INFORMATION: (609) 525-9304

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

FCA SKATEBOARD CAMP

AGES:  8 – 14

DATES:  July 20 – 24
               July 27 – 31

TIME:  6:00 – 8:00 PM

COST: $100

SIGN UP:  www.fcacapeatlantic.org

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND HOURS: (609) 399-6111

O.C. TRACK CAMP

Campers will have the opportunity to learn about each aspect of Track & Field, including: running, sprinting, jumping and throwing. Each day includes training sessions and games for each event. Camp concludes with an official track meet, with prizes awarded to event winners!    

AGES:  6-13 up to 8th grade

DATES:  July 27th - 30th

TIME:  9:00 am – 12 Noon

LOCATION:  6th & Atlantic - Track

COST:  $125.00

ONLINE REGISTRATION STARTS:  May 1 – www.ocnj.us/recreation

Register Now 

INFORMATION: Tim Cook - 856-340-3474
coachcookoctf@gmail.com

2020 Information - Cancelled

Info below is not for 2020.

DATES: July 1st - 29th (Wednesday's)
LOCATION: 18th & Haven Ave. Field
COST: $35

AGES: 3rd-5th Grades
TIME: 5:00pm-6:15pm

AGES: 6th-8th Grades
TIME: 6:15pm-7:30pm

(required equipment: stick, helmet, pads, gloves, mouth guard, and athletic cup)

OC HOOPS BASKETBALL CAMP

AGES: 5-13

WEEK #1: July 13th - July 17th 
WEEK #2: July 27th - July 31st
WEEK #3: August 3rd - August 7th

LOCATION: Ocean City High School - 6th & Atlantic Ave.

TIME: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

COST: $275

INFORMATION: Frank Gaitley 484-802-7585 or frank@coachgaitley.com

On-line Application: www.svgcamps.com 

SANDY STICKS GIRLS FIELD HOCKEY CAMP

Sandy Sticks Field Hockey Camp offers an outstanding curriculum, designed to improve the skills of young players. Campers develop their skills in a supportive and inspirational atmosphere, while being challenged daily to do their best.
Campers are grouped by age and years of experience, and coached by some of the best area coaches, collegiate players, current field hockey league officials, and top high school athletes. A low camper to coach ratio is one of the many positives at Sandy Sticks.

AGES: 9 – 15

DATE: July 13th – 17th

TIME: 8:30 am - 12:00 Noon

LOCATION: 20th & Bay Ave. Fields

COST: $185.00

INFORMATION & PROGRAM WEBSITE: Trish LeFever - (609) 335-4907 or trishlefever@hotmail.com

www.sandysticks.com 

SIGN UP IS BY MAIL-IN REGISTRATION FORM

The Ocean City Nor’easters are proud to be hosting summer camps in Ocean City NJ. The Nor’easters have prepared the curriculum and are ready to host the best soccer camps the shore area has seen. The Nor’easters are putting on a Mini Kickers program for players aged 4-7 to introduce them to soccer with fun games and a Half Day camp for players aged 7-14. The camps in the past have been seen as a fun way to get into soccer as well as a great way to get a lot of touches in a fun atmosphere for the more experienced players.

Soccer Camp

AGES: 4 - 7 yrs  (Mini Kickers) 9am - 11am
COST: $ 115

AGES: 7 - 14 yrs (Half Day) 9am - 1pm 
COST: $ 175

WEEK # 1: June 29th -  July 3rd
WEEK # 2: July 6th - 10th
WEEK # 3: July 13th - 17th
WEEK # 4: July 20th - 24th
WEEK #5: July 27th - 31st
WEEK # 6: Aug. 3rd - 7th

LOCATION: 6th & Haven Ave. Complex

ON-LINE REGISTRATION: http://www.oceancityfc.com/camps 
INFORMATION: 609-432-8271

LADY RAIDER GIRLS LACROSSE CAMP

Join Lady Raider's for their Girls OC Lacrosse Camp! Something for every level of play: Offense and Defense skills, stick skills, mini net games and prizes!

AGES: 8 - 14

GIRLS DATE: June 29th - July 3rd

TIME: 9am - 12:00 Noon

LOCATION: Carey Field - 6th & Atlantic Ave.

COST: $200

ON-LINE Registration: www.ocnj.us/recreation
Information: Mikenzie Helpenstine- ocmikenzie@gmail.com

Register Now 

O.C. FOOTBALL CAMP

AGES: 3rd - 8th grades
DATE: July 6 – 10
TIME: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
LOCATION: 6th & Atlantic Football Field
COST:  $125.00
ONLINE REGISTRATION STARTS:  May 1 - www.ocnj.us/recreation 
INFORMATION: Mike Williscroft - (609) 335-4187 or mwilliscroft@yahoo.com

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

TENNIS CAMP
*limited to 50 participants*

AGES: 7 - 17

DATE: Beginner Cancelled
            July 27 - 31 (Advanced) (has had tournament experience; must know how to keep score)

TIME: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

LOCATION: 6th St. Courts

COST: $150.00

INFORMATION: (609) 525-9304 or (609) 525-9306

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00 AM

OCEAN CITY JUNIOR LIFEGUARD CAMP

AGES: 8-9, 10-12, 13-15

WEEK #1: July 13th - 16th
WEEK #2: July 27th - 30th

TIME: 9:00 am- 11:30 am

LOCATION: 1st Street Beach

COST: $110.00

REGISTRATION BEGINS: May 1st - www.ocnj.us/recreation

INFORMATION: (609) 525-9200 (Beach Patrol) or (609) 525-9304

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

JUNIOR GUARD COMPETITION TEAM

Jr. Guard Competition Team is a program geared toward rescuing skills and competition. This is for the junior who has greater water skills, strong swimming and is looking to perfect the sport of surf racing.

Requirements:
Ages 11-12: Swim 300 meters 8:00 or less - run 1/2 mile 4:30 or less
Ages 13-15: Swim 300 meters 7:30 or less - run 1/2 mile in 4:15 or less
(Additional testing will be in the 100 meter swim and 100 meter dash)

AGES: 11-12, 13-15
TIME:  2-3 times a week for 1 1/2 to 2 hours starting June 30
COST: $135 (Payable once team is picked)
REGISTRATION: May 1 - June 1
INFORMATION:  609-525-9200 (beach patrol) or 609-525-9304

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

OCEAN CITY POLICE DEPT. YOUTH CAMP

This “Police Academy” camp will allow participants the opportunity to experience different aspects of police work.

AGES: 10 - 14
DATE: August 17th - 21st
TIME: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Sports & Civic Center - 6th St. & Boardwalk
COST: $135.00
REGISTRATION STARTS: May 1st - www.ocnj.us/recreation

INFORMATION:  Matt Schaeffer - mschaffer@ocnj.us

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

OCEAN CITY JR. FIREFIGHTER CAMP

This camp will introduce the participants to the following aspects of the fire and rescue profession: fire safety, CPR, basic first aid & introduction to firefighters tools & skills.

AGES: 9 - 12
DATE: July 20 - 23
TIME: 9:00 am- 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Fire Headquarters - 550 Asbury Avenue
COST: $110.00
REGISTRATION STARTS: May 1st - www.ocnj.us/recreation

INFORMATION: (609) 525-9182 or e-mail vdimarco@ocnj.us

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

Bayside Camp offers ecological classes and workshops through the summer season. Classes have a maximum of 18 students unless otherwise noted. Students are encouraged to bring a snack daily (due to allergies, please no peanuts) and wear sneakers as there are games in which involves running and other physical activity. All camp classes include a workbook to keep, experiments, hands on activities, dissections (specific camps) and games. Some camps require a permission slip for field trips!  All classes are $90.(+Prices may be higher due to a scheduled field trip). Campers must be between 7 - 12 years old and all camps run from Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to noon.  +denotes a field trip.

June 22-26

Beachin' It

Discover the wonders of our beaches. Learn about it's shells, creatures and plants. Understand the important role of the barrier islands. Create beach crafts and do experiments on erosion. Friday will be a beach day exploring the north end of our island. Come and learn about our local habitat.

Crabby Catchers

Learn the fundamentals of crabbing in southern NJ bays. Cast nets and traps to see how many crabs can be caught! Find out about the fabulous horseshoe crab and create a model of one. Learn about the white ghost crabs that scamper across our beaches. Go on a crabbing boat and catch some blue claws. Friday will be a beach day exploring the north end of our island. Come and learn about our local habitat!

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

Bayside Camp offers ecological classes and workshops through the summer season. Classes have a maximum of 18 students unless otherwise noted. Students are encouraged to bring a snack daily (due to allergies, please no peanuts) and wear sneakers as there are games in which involves running and other physical activity. All camp classes include a workbook to keep, experiments, hands on activities, dissections (specific camps) and games. Some camps require a permission slip for field trips!  All classes are $90. (+Prices may be higher due to a scheduled field trip). Campers must be between 7 and 12 years old and all camps run from Monday to Friday from 9 am to 12 noon.  +denotes a field trip.

June 29 - July 3

USA
Enjoy a week of celebrating our country. Learn about it's many symbols and watch the proper way to fold the flag. Make patriotic crafts like pop rockets and star-spangled slime. Try a patriotic flower experiment. Make and fly your very own kite. Create and enjoy a patriotic treat!
 

Ways of Weather
Campers will be introduced to many forms of weather. Learn about the different types of clouds, and how they form into hurricacnes. Create hurricane and tornado models. Make a rain gauge and a windsock. Enjoy a presentation from a meteorologist and learn how to give a weather report.

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

Bayside Camp offers ecological classes and workshops through the summer season. Classes have a maximum of 18 students unless otherwise noted. Students are encouraged to bring a snack daily (due to allergies, please no peanuts) and wear sneakers as there are games in which involves running and other physical activity. All camp classes include a workbook to keep, experiments, hands on activities, live animals, movies and games. Some camps require a permission slip for field trips!  All classes are $90.(+Prices may be higher due to a scheduled field trip). Campers must be between 7 and 12 years old and all camps run from Monday to Friday from 9 am to 12 noon.  +denotes a field trip.

July 6-10

This is For The Birds +

From cardinals in the backyard to herons along the bay, campers will learn all about birds. Learn how to use binoculars, how to identify different species of birds, and how special adaptations help for their survival. Dissect owl pellets to reveal the skeleton of their last meal. Journey to nearby parks to birdwatch. Make a birdfeeder and a birdhouse. Visit a bird rookery with a professional birder to watch many birds in various stages of bringing up their young. 

Cool Chemistry

What are matter, density, salinity, reactants, solutions, mixtures, and solvents? What do pennies and toothpicks have to do with chemistry? Recreate Frankenstein's hand, fizzy airbags, science, matter, and the senses. 

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00 AM

Bayside Camp offers ecological classes and workshops through the summer season. Classes have a maximum of 18 students unless otherwise noted. Students are encouraged to bring a snack daily (due to allergies, please no peanuts) and wear sneakers as there are games in which involves running and other physical activity. All camp classes include a workbook to keep, experiments, hands on activities,dissections (specific camps) and games. Some camps require a permission slip for field trips!  All classes are $90.(+Prices may be higher due to a scheduled field trip). Campers must be between 7 and 12 years old and all camps run from Monday to Friday from 9 am to 12 noon.  + denotes a field trip.

July 13 - 17

Wonderous Wetlands +

Discover the unique habitat of the wetlands and creatures that call it home. Learn the important role the wetlands play to keep our islands safe. Create a wetland model and experiment with the illustrious wetland muck. Learn about turtles, crabs and other animals that live in our back bays. On Thursday, visit the Cape May Point Lighthouse and walk the wetlands nature trail. 

Beach Buildings +

From historic times to the present, there have been numerous buildings to keep people safe on the beach. Visit our local buildings, the Lifeguard station and the Lifesaving station and hear presentations about the various tools and times of the trade. Create your own lighthouse and boat. On Thursday visit the Cape May Point Lighthouse and nature trails. 

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

Bayside Camp offers ecological classes and workshops through the summer season. Classes have a maximum of 18 students unless otherwise noted. Students are encouraged to bring a snack daily (due to allergies, please no peanuts) and wear sneakers as there are games in which involves running and other physical activity. All camp classes include a workbook to keep, experiments, hands on activities, dissections (specific camps) and games. Some camps require a permission slip for field trips! All classes are $90. (+Prices may be higher due to a scheduled field trip).Campers must be between 7 and 12 years old and all camps run from Monday to Friday from 9 am to 12 noon.  +denotes a field trip.

July 20 - 24

Food Science

Baking is a chemistry in the kitchen! Campers will learn the basics of baking and following recipes to create yummy concoctions. Bakers will discover the importance of organizing ingredients and proper measure and mixing techniques. Creativity will flow as the bakers decorate cookies and cake with unique designs. And best of all, the creations will be taste tested and sent home to be shared.

Boardwalk SCIENCE +

Explore the wonderful world of force, motion and energy and how they relate to many boardwalk attractions. Do various experiments to illustrate the way force, gravity and motion function. Develop domino structures and watch them tumble down. Construct mini amusement rides using K'nex and Legos. On Thursday, travel to the boardwalk to visit Jilly's arcade, play a round at Golden Galleon Golf and ride on Pier 9 Go Karts.

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

Bayside Camp offers ecological classes and workshops through the summer season. Classes have a maximum of 18 students unless otherwise noted. Students are encouraged to bring a snack daily (due to allergies, please no peanuts) and wear sneakers as there are games in which involves running and other physical activity. All camp classes include a workbook to keep, experiments, hands on activities, dissections (specific camps) and games. Some camps require a permission slip for field trips!  All classes are $90. (+Prices may be higher due to a scheduled field trip).Campers must be between 7 and 12 years old and all camps run from Monday to Friday from 9 am to 12 noon.  +denotes a field trip.

July 27 - July 31

The Real Pirates of the East Coast +

Ahoy Matey! Get ready to embark on a pirate's journey. Create a pirate name, only after taking the pirate code. Learn about the lives of real pirates like Blackbeard, Sam Bellamy, and Anne Bonny. Make and eat hard tack and create a treasure chest. Find some hiden treasure and make many pirate crafts. On Thursday, we venture to the Sea Dragon for a real voyage on the Great Egg Harbor Bay.

Got Backbone?

This camp will increase the camper's knowledge of animals, particularly comparing vertebrates with invertebrates. Create a model of the spine. Stretch and learn some basic yoga moves. Watch a fish get fileted and examine its spine and other components. Create a Japanese styled fish print. Enjoy a presentation where the campers will get to touch and hold several live animals!

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

Bayside Camp offers ecological classes and workshops through the summer season. Classes have a maximum of 18 students unless otherwise noted. Students are encouraged to bring a snack daily (due to allergies, please no peanuts) and wear sneakers as there are games in which involves running and other physical activity. All camp classes include a workbook to keep, experiments, hands on activities, dissection (specific camps) and games. Some camps require a permission slip for field trips!  All classes are $90. (+Prices may be higher due to a scheduled field trip). Campers must be between 7 and 12 years old and all camps run from Monday to Friday from 9 am to noon.   +denotes a field trip.

August 3-7

Slime, Goo and Poison Too

The title tells it all! Spend a week getting down and dirty in the world of toxicology of slime, goo and chemicals. Conduct experiments as you learn all about animal toxicology. Watch a presentation from a local beekeeper and try different kinds of honey. Enjoy a demonstration from a butterfly enthusiast and observe them go from one life cycle to the next.

A Bug's Life

Insects are fascinating creatures. Learn about insects, their life cycles and their amazing features. Create insect crafts. See how you compare to the remarkable features many insects possess. Watch a presentation from a local beekeeper and try different kids of honey. Enjoy a demonstration from a butterfly enthusiast and observe live monarch butterflies in each life cycle and observe them go from one life cycle to the next.

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

Bayside Camp offers ecological classes and workshops through the summer season. Classes have a maximum of 18 students unless otherwise noted. Students are encouraged to bring a snack daily (due to allergies, please no peanuts) and wear sneakers as there are games in which involves running and other physical activity. All camp classes include a workbook to keep, experiments, hands on activities, dissection (specific camps) and games. Some camps require a permission slip for field trips! All classes are $90. (+Prices may be higher due to a scheduled field trip). Campers must be between 7 and 12 years old and all camps run from Monday to Friday from 9 am to noon.  +denotes a field trip.

August 10 - 14

Beachin' It

Discover the wonders of our beaches. Learn about it's shells, creatures and plants. Understand the important role of the barrier islands. Create beach crafts and do no experiments on erosion. Friday will be a beach day exploring the north end of our island. Come and learn about our local habitat.

Crabby Catchers

Learn the fundamentals of crabbing in southern NJ bays. Cast nets and traps to see how many crabs can be caught! Find out about the fabulous horseshoe crab and create a model of one. Learn about the white ghost crabs that scamper across our beaches. Go on a crabbing boat and catch some blue claws. Friday will be a beach day exploring the north end of our island. Come and learn about our local habitat!

Register Now  - Beginning May 1st 9:00AM

LEARN TO SAIL ON THE BAY

The Ocean City Sailing Foundation is offering sailing lessons to Juniors and Adults.
Classes are held at the Bayside Center, 520 Bay Avenue, starting June 22 through August 22.
Our OCSF mission is “to promote sailing to youth and families in the Greater Ocean City area by providing safe, affordable sailing instruction and sailing opportunities.” All instructors are US Sailing Level One certified.  Most classes have a student to instructor ratio of 4:1.
Four half-day lessons cost is $300. Family discounts are available.  Private lessons are also available each day from 4:30pm to 6:30pm, cost is $200 for up to three students. Youth students must be eight years of age and must be able to swim.   

Morning Sessions:  9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Afternoon Sessions:  1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Please visit the foundation’s web site to get the complete registration information and schedule a summer lesson:

www.ocnjsailingfoundation.org  Or (609) 418-3356

Join us at the OC Sailing Foundation Open House
Saturday, June 27th - 9:00AM - 12 noon
We will be offering free sailboat rides at Bayside Center

Thursday & Friday, August 6 & 7, 2020

This full day educational class is limited to 6th-12th grade students who have an interest in law enforcement or related forensic sciences. Students will learn general problem-solving skills and how physics, geometry, triangles and the Pythagorean theorem; simple algebraic math, sin/cosine problems relating to blood splatter and bullet trajectory, and other science disciplines assist in solving a crime scene. You will learn how to identify and then process a mock crime scene by collecting evidence using the most up-to-date modern techniques. Class is designed to be challenging while having fun solving the crime. This class is taught by retired Captain Sean Clancy formerly of the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office.

Location: Ocean City Free Public Library, Room 111
                1735 Simpson Ave.
Cost: $160 per person
Time: 9am-4pm

For More Information please call  609-792-9540 or email NCSIC1@yahoo.com

To register please click HERE 

Tennis

TENNIS PROGRAMS

HOURS OF OPERATION

Memorial Day Weekend - Labor Day
Open from 7:30 am to Sunset.  
Lighted Courts with Reservations
$8 per hour 
 

FACILITIES

6th St. & Atlantic Ave. - 10 courts  (including 5 lighted courts)
(609) 525-9306

18^th & Haven Avenue – 6 courts
(609) 525-9307

 35^th & West Avenue – 8 courts
(609) 525-9308

RESERVATIONS

Courts may be reserved in person daily or up to one week in advance (Sorry no phone reservations).
$8 per hour

All tennis tournaments for 2020 are canceled.

Please check back for any updates on 2020 programs.

SURF CHAIR PROGRAM
Beach Accessible Wheelchairs
Community Center, 1735 Simpson Ave.
Hours: 9am- 5pm
Beach accessible program for mobility/limited individuals of all ages. Now “Surf Chairs” can provide an opportunity for everyone to enjoy the surf and sand. Must use from 6^th St.pick up facility or have large vehicle to transport.
AVAILABILITY:  Memorial Day – October (September & October, weekends only, weather permitting)
RESERVATIONS STRONGLY SUGGESTED (Daily or 1 week maximum)
Reservations please call:  609-525-9304

HANDICAPPED BEACH ACCESS & RESTROOMS
Handicapped beach access is provided at Stenton Place, 1st, Pennlyn, 3rd, Park Place, 4th, Brighton Place, 5th, 6th, Music Pier, 11th -18th, 20th, 26th, 35th - 46th, 50th - 59th Streets.
Direct access at 23rd, 29th, 30th, 34th, 48th, 57th Streets and Morningside.

Accessible bathrooms are located on the Boardwalk at 1st, 6th, Moorlyn Terrace, and 12th Streets.

For further information, please call a Customer Care Representative at 609-399-6111,
Monday thru Friday 8:45 am - 4:30pm

All activities are handled on a first come, first serve basis for residents and seasonal vacationers. The Ocean City Community Services Department and the Division of Recreation Programs reserves the right to cancel or make changes to any program due to lack of registration, inclement weather or reasons beyond the department’s control. Programs, dates and times are subject to change due to availability of facilities.  Registration will only be accepted from a parent or legal guardian over the age of 18.

Program cancellation due to inclement weather will be announced on Channel 2 or call (609) 525-9304. Please make all checks for programs or special events payable to: “City of Ocean City.”  Registration for activities will be taken online through the online registration platform.

Program announcements will be distributed through schools and published in local newspapers. Any program requiring a deadline for registration will be noted on the program information flyer. A waiting list will be maintained for some programs. If an opening becomes available in a closed program, that space will be offered to the first person on the waiting list. If that person declines or is unreachable the next person on the list will be contacted. The Division of Recreation insists that a child should never be left at an activity or program before the person in charge arrives to accept responsibility for that participant. It is the obligation of the parent or guardian to be aware of program schedule and times.