Learn in the pool, explore favorite activities, then head home with stories to tell.
Riverbend is a day camp for ages 3–14 beside the Passaic River in Warren, New Jersey. Ages 3–5 use the Clubhouse, while campers entering grades 1–8 join the Riverbend Experience and gain more choice as they grow. Five heated pools, woodland ropes, cooking, circus and nature activities balance active and creative time. It suits families staying locally who want camp days and evenings together.
ACA-accredited camp
New Jersey day campSwim instructionYoung campersActivity choice
Morning instruction is followed by afternoon free swim, with heated pools of different depths supporting progression.
Ropes & Ninja obstacles
High ropes and the Ninja course add balance, climbing and obstacle challenges, with age-appropriate participation.
Performance, circus & creativity
An air-conditioned studio hosts improv, mime, puppetry, props and costumes; circus introduces juggling and clown skills.
Nature, cooking & paddling
Woodland, wetland and trails complement nature discovery, canoeing, kayaking, cooking and crafts.
Growing choice by grade
Clubs serve entering grades 1–8; Tracking adds depth in grades 4–5, while Superchoice expands individual scheduling in grades 6–8.
Camp features & life
Dedicated younger-camper space
The Clubhouse serves ages 3–5 with child-sized furniture and activity spaces.
Bus or extended-day inclusion
Tuition includes scheduled bus service or extended care from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; combining both costs extra.
Lunch & snacks
Lunch and snacks are provided, with an allergy-aware kitchen; discuss individual dietary needs beforehand.
Who might enjoy this camp?
Families staying nearby and seeking a regular daytime program
Children who enjoy daily swimming and creative activities
Younger children building camp experience while returning home each evening
At least two consecutive weeks are required. The age-3 three-quarter day ends at 2 p.m.; parent or caregiver pickup is required if an afternoon bus is unavailable. Camp is closed July 5, 2027.
2027 dates & tuition
2027 Regular in-camp day program
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Regular in-camp day program · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Entering Pre-K–grade 8
2 weeks
USD 4,300 per camper
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Regular in-camp day program · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Entering Pre-K–grade 8
3 weeks
USD 5,600 per camper
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Regular in-camp day program · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Entering Pre-K–grade 8
4 weeks
USD 7,000 per camper
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Regular in-camp day program · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Entering Pre-K–grade 8
5 weeks
USD 7,770 per camper
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Regular in-camp day program · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Entering Pre-K–grade 8
6 weeks
USD 8,400 per camper
June 28 – August 13, 2027Regular in-camp day program · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Entering Pre-K–grade 8
7 weeks
USD 9,000 per camper
2027 Age-3 three-quarter day
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Age-3 three-quarter day · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Age 3
2 weeks
USD 2,930 per camper
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Age-3 three-quarter day · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Age 3
3 weeks
USD 4,100 per camper
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Age-3 three-quarter day · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Age 3
4 weeks
USD 5,250 per camper
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Age-3 three-quarter day · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Age 3
5 weeks
USD 6,270 per camper
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Age-3 three-quarter day · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Age 3
6 weeks
USD 7,150 per camper
June 28 – August 13, 2027Age-3 three-quarter day · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Age 3
7 weeks
USD 8,100 per camper
2027 Day Trippers
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Day Trippers · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Entering grades 7–9
2 weeks
USD 5,100 per camper
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Day Trippers · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Entering grades 7–9
3 weeks
USD 6,400 per camper
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Day Trippers · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Entering grades 7–9
4 weeks
USD 7,530 per camper
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Day Trippers · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Entering grades 7–9
5 weeks
USD 8,320 per camper
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Day Trippers · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Entering grades 7–9
6 weeks
USD 9,030 per camper
June 28 – August 13, 2027Day Trippers · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Entering grades 7–9
7 weeks
USD 9,600 per camper
Initial payment is USD 500, including a USD 200 non-refundable registration fee upon enrollment. USD 2,000 is due January 6, 2027; the balance is due April 1, 2027.
Selected weeks and group requests are finalized January 6, 2027; tuition paid by or after that date is non-refundable. Missed days are not credited or made up.
Credit cards add 2.9%; EFT and debit cards do not. Combining bus and extended care or reserving two bus seats costs extra.
Travel & participation
The camp day is 9 a.m.–4 p.m., with care available 8 a.m.–6 p.m. Buses use neighborhood or central stops; confirm coverage for your address.
Extra pickups must occur before 3 p.m. or after 4:15 p.m., with the release code and sign-out procedure; confirm the regular transport plan at enrollment.
Physician-signed health forms are due May 15, 2027; discuss diet, medication and support needs in advance.
Families arrange overnight accommodation and supervision; ask about international-visitor eligibility and English communication.
Past-program photos (4)
Tennis practice on the camp courtsCampers together at a dining tableCampers and a staff member riding a pedal cartCampers posing together on the lawn
Enquiries & Applications
Discuss this camp and participation arrangements with an ASCWORLD education adviser.