South Mountain YMCA Youth Programs and Camps

South Mountain YMCA Youth Programs and Camps offers Summer Camp, Youth Sports, Youth Basketball, Kids Night Out, Little Night Owls and Littliest Night Owls, a Kids Summer Camp Virtual Open House, KinderDucks Basketball for girls and boys, Ducks Basketball Fundamental Skills Academy for boys and girls 7U and 9U, Youth Theatre Production: How to Train Your Dragon Jr, Teen Leaders Interact Club, and American Red Cross Training: Babysitter. Activities listed include basketball drills and games, theater auditions, pizza dinners, snacks, hands-on babysitter training, and camp exploration.

Programs

• Summer Camp — Listed among the South Mountain YMCA's programs; a Summer Camp Virtual Open House is also announced.
• Youth Sports — The page lists youth sports as a program area and includes youth basketball offerings.
• Youth Basketball — Spots fill fast; includes basketball programs for kids and teens.
• Kids Night Out — 10-18 yrs · Pizza dinner included.
• Little Night Owls (3-6yrs) & Littliest Night Owls (8mths-3yrs) — 8 months-6 years · Parents go out while kids stay in; includes activities and pizza.
• Kids Summer Camp Virtual Open House — Virtual open house to explore camp offerings.
• KinderDucks Basketball: Girls — 18 and under · Structured, low-pressure basketball playing opportunities.
• KinderDucks Basketball: Boys — 18 and under · Structured, low-pressure basketball playing opportunities.
• Ducks Basketball Fundamental Skills Academy: Boys and Girls 7U & 9U — 7U and 9U · Focuses on dribbling, passing, shooting, footwork, finishing, defense, and basic game understanding.
• Youth Theatre Production: How to Train Your Dragon Jr — grades K-5 · Auditions are for actors in grades K-5; no prior experience is necessary.
• Teen Leaders Interact Club — tweens and teens · 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of every month · Meets with pizza dinner and snacks provided at each meeting.
• American Red Cross Training: Babysitter — 11-15-year-olds · Training includes hands-on skills, activities, and discussions; participants receive an American Red Cross Certification Card.

At a glance

• Ages: 0–18 years old
• Current session: Open Volleyball Drop-In (Dec 27–Dec 27, 2026)
• Facility hours: Mon, Tues & Thurs: 8:30AM-5:00PM; Weds & Fri: 8:30AM-1:00PM

About the provider

The South Mountain YMCA says it strengthens the Maplewood and South Orange community by offering high-quality childcare, youth enrichment, and family-focused programs. It also coordinates Beyond the Bell in partnership with the South Orange Maplewood School District.

Last updated October 20, 2026.