LakeView Day Camp
LakeView Day Camp is the closest summer camp to Westfield, NJ. We are a traditional summer day camp with all the best activities in one place! We cater to all age groups from Preschool to Teens.
Kiddie Kastle is where our youngest campers experience a safe environment where they are nurtured and supervised by experienced Division Leaders and counselors. These pre-K to Kindergarten campers can build confidence while experiencing new adventures, developing social skills and learning new things! They will enjoy arts and crafts, dance, sports, swim and much more.
Main Camp is for our 1st through 7th grade campers. Main camp starts with a more structured schedule for younger campers and progresses to a “choice” based day where campers individually design a larger portion of their camp day.
Teen Camp is where our 7th through 9th graders fill their days at camp with 100% choice-based programming. They have exciting choices from Theater and Set Design, Video Editing, Sports League, and all the other amazing activities that this summer camp closest to Westfield provides. Our teens also get to experience day trips to fun places one time each week! They also get to the opportunity to see places they may not otherwise visit though our amazing overnight trips. These experiences are sure to create memories to last a lifetime.
This closest summer camp to Westfield has more activities than you can imagine. These choices make our campers so excited to come back to LakeView summer after summer.
Our adventure activities allow our campers to be challenged, set goals, learn trust and teamwork, and build confidence.
Campers can challenge themselves on our NEW 800ft zipline and ropes course – multi-level, self-belayed obstacle course and 35 ft rock wall. They also enjoy our awesome lakefront activities like paddle boarding, canoeing, kayaking and even our new sailing program!
They also develop their skills at archery, mountain biking and driving on our own Go Kart track!
We have traditional camp sports which help our campers develop skills, belong to a team, build character and enjoy some healthy competition.
Some of the traditional sports that are offered at the closest summer camp to Westfield, are basketball, soccer, hockey, gymnastics, baseball, tennis and swimming!
Out creative and performing arts help our campers create, discover, imagine and express themselves. We offer amazing options for campers to develop their creativity and love for the arts! Our campers try pottery, cook delicious treats and create their own jewelry. They can learn music, sing and dance and even perform in one of our very own theater performances!
We have many special events at this closest summer camp to Westfield. Some of our camper favorites are Carnival Day, Water Day and Tribal Days!
Swimming is not only a fun part of our camper’s day but teaches them safety and a lifetime skill. It is an important part of this summer camp closest to Westfield. Our American Red Cross Instructional Swim Program takes place in our three heated swimming pools taught by certified Water Safety Instructors. LakeView’s swim program gives campers the opportunity to swim twice daily. Instructional swim lessons are given each morning, with bi-monthly progress reports sent home from your child’s swim instructor clearly indicating individual accomplishments throughout their summer!
The second swim period of each child’s day utilized for “Free Swim” and other water related activities. All campers will work toward becoming Red Cross certified in swimming. Throughout the summer your child will work toward advancement in our 6 swim levels. LakeView is the perfect balance of water safety and fun for everyone.
LakeView has always been about friendship and memorable experiences. Among LakeView’s teachers, coaches, and counselors we have the maturity, dedication, energy, and passion needed to create life changing summers.
A huge part of creating these experiences is the qualified staff members that keep returning every year to LakeView bringing back core values that they pass on to our campers.
Many of our counselors grew up right here at LakeView; they truly care about our camp community and are committed to ensuring that each one of their campers has the best experience imaginable. Our Division Leaders and counselors are adept at ensuring the safety of all campers.
Our Division Leaders are each assigned a specific grade, and will be on-site, with their camp groups each and every day of the summer. They assist, advise, and “parent” their groups throughout the summer. Each Division Leader interacts with campers regularly. These camp leaders stay with their groups, ensuring that the camp experience is a positive one for every camper. While at swim or lunch periods, each Division Leader will be present, helping to organize and maintain a positive environment of friendships and fun!
LakeView provides delicious, balanced meals to keep our campers energized. Camper friendly hot meals are prepared on site, and we also have a wide variety of foods in our salad and deli bars. Fresh fruit is also available for our campers to snack on, and campers receive a special treat at the end of each day! Our kitchen staff, Division Leaders and counselors are adept at ensuring the safety of all campers. We will work with any parent to create individual eating plans from gluten free to kosher and any other allergy or special diet.
Our Wellness Center is a modern, fully equipped office staffed with caring, full time registered nurses. The welfare of every camper and staff member is paramount. When it comes to health and safety needs, we treat your children as if they were our own.
Kari and Jon Grove are the Owners and Directors of LakeView Day camp and are thrilled to call LakeView in East Brunswick their home. Owning a camp has always been a dream of theirs. Kari and Jon met while working at an overnight camp in the Poconos over 15 years ago, where Kari went on to be the Director of that camp, and Jon started working at LakeView Day Camp in East Brunswick as the Assistant Director. Kari and Jon took over as Owner/Director in 2018.
Give us a call and schedule an appointment for a private tour to see this closest summer camp to Westfield. 732-821-8933 or email [email protected].