An inviting and inspiring environment that offers everything a child needs to enrich time away from home and introduce learning quality life skills through stimulating activities. The morning includes unique art projects, group stories, games, nature walks and time on the playground. Artwork will be displayed on Fridays in the camp art exhibit.

Come together to make friends, while participating in unique art projects, group games, and time on the playground. Quality activities and art projects that stimulate learning and exploration are customized for this age group. Artwork will be displayed on Fridays in the camp art exhibit.

A creative experience blending individual and group projects to foster independence, confidence, and exploration. Campers rotate through themed stations daily, completing a project by week's end. Mediums include ceramics, painting, 2D art, and mixed media, with a new Visiting Artist each week guiding a specialty project. Artwork is showcased every Friday in the camp art exhibit. 

Perfect for the beginning artist as well as the more advanced. Campers in this small group setting can explore their own artistic interests, while experiencing a variety of techniques and mediums surrounding our themes for the week. Our teen arts studio is housed in the LBIF Main Gallery building, allowing for immersion and exposure to our exhibitions. Student artwork will be displayed every Friday in the camp art exhibit.  

Come experience the wonders of LBI with our Science Camp! The classroom serves as a home base for this class in nature exploration. Campers will have the opportunity to spend time on the bay, beach, and marsh learning about all of LBI’s local flora and fauna, with a different theme and focus each week. Our students have the opportunity to be a part of a one-of-a-kind experience unique to Long Beach Island. 

Join us for a fun-filled week of exploration and discovery. This program provides field experience for young scientists to explore the ecology of LBI. Using the bay, beach, and salt marsh as a living classroom, students collect and classify specimens, test water quality, and learn all about the environment around them.  

WEEK 1

Join LBI's own, Jaycee Brill, for a special week of learning "What is funny?”. Kid comedians will make new friends and laugh the week away as they work to create their own 3 minute routine and participate in a comedy show at the end of the week! 

WEEK 2
Join Kaitlyn Covert, former camper, current staff member, and 2x NCA national champion cheerleader with over 10 years of experience for a week of cheer, teamwork, and movement. This camp will focus on fundamentals, technical elements and dance routines and is suitable for all levels. Parents will be invited to a special performance at the end of the week. 

WEEK 4

Mufasa: Join us for an exciting week of camp as we step into the PRIDELANDS universe of MUFASA and THE LION KING! Campers will journey through this legendary story alongside the powerful King Mufasa, the loveable Sarabi, Nala, Timon, Zazu, and Pumbaa, and the menacing Scar.

Led by award-winning director and choreographer Kathy Renna, campers will develop acting, movement, and voice skills while preparing for a special Friday performance. A Rutgers Theater Arts graduate, Ms. Renna has trained Broadway dancers, created the nonprofit Kathy’s Cable Kids, and dedicated her career to inspiring young performers through theater.

WEEK 5

Join LBI’s own Daria Raguseo for a week of friendship, self-expression, and movement! Contemporary dance blends ballet, modern, and jazz styles, connecting the body and mind through movement. Dancers will explore technique through floor work, release, and improvisation while learning to collaborate through choreography and creative play. Encouraged to move with curiosity and confidence, students will showcase their growth in a special performance at the end of the week.

WEEK 6

Join award-winning director and choreographer Kathy Renna for an exciting week of theater as campers dance, sing, and act selections from WICKED! Through drama, movement, and voice production, children will develop confidence and creativity while preparing for a special Friday performance. Ms. Renna, a Rutgers Theater Arts graduate with extensive experience teaching Broadway dancers, has created and directed award-winning projects like It’s a Matter of Pride. Her Theater Arts Program fosters self-expression and storytelling, offering campers a chance to grow as young performers.

WEEKS 7 & 8

Beth and Scott, parents and musicians with 30+ years of working with young children, will invite your child to enjoy the outdoors and use it as inspiration for art, music, dance, and play. Campers will begin their day taking in the beauty and rhythms of the natural world, with engaging walks to the bay and along the LBIF nature trail.  

Your child’s musical camp experience will continue with the remainder of the day filled with joyful singing, dancing, and playing percussion. 

WEEK 8

Back by popular demand! Join Jessica Kilpatrick, from LoveArts, for another fun-filled and exciting week of The Nutcracker. Campers will spend another magical, fun-filled week bringing The Nutcracker to life. We'll dance our way through a festive holiday party, march alongside The Nutcracker as he battles the infamous Mouse King, twirl with the dazzling Snowflakes, and meet the iconic Sugar Plum Fairy, who welcomes us to the Land Of The Sweets.  

Parents will be invited to a special performance at the end of the week. 

WEEK 9

Back by popular demand! Join Jessica Kilpatrick, from LoveArts, for another fun-filled and exciting week of Swan Lake! 

Campers will spend another magical, fun-filled week bringing Swan Lake to life.   

Swim through dance as a swan with us, exploring creative movement and classical ballet technique, along with the telling of the iconic story of Swan Lake through dance. Each day will be spent making friends and creating our very own costumes and props that will be used during our end of the week performance. 

Join fellow campers and make new friends with this great opportunity for exercise, skill-building, and fun! Tennis Camp is open to morning campers that would like to extend their day and develop or advance their tennis technique. Each week, the LBIF Tennis Pros will guide campers through skill-building games and drills with a focus on fun! Campers will be split into small age-appropriate groups based on ability level to allow for group interaction and individualized attention. No experience necessary!

Join us for a hands-on wheel-throwing experience designed for artists ages 10-16! Through small group instruction, artists will learn the stages of clay, from throwing and trimming on the wheel to underglazing, sgraffito, and applique techniques. Once satisfied with their creations, they’ll apply a final clear glaze before pieces are fired in the kiln. Materials included.

WEEK 5

Come sing and dance to the songs of summer!  Campers will sing and move together in a small ensemble setting with a short showcase performance at the end of class on Friday, July 25th! Studio time will find campers exploring their singing voice, basic music notation, matching pitches, and movement through fun ensemble exercises and practice.   

Course Details: 

Duration: 5 one hour classes

Focus: Singing and Movement

Level: Any level

Goal: Sing and Dance to the songs of summer! 

Carolyn Schneider is a music educator with 29 years of experience in a career spanning Kindergarten through 12th grade. She currently serves as the High School Choral Director at Southern Regional High School, NJ

WEEKS 7 & 8

Join us for a week of musical exploration in this fun-filled, beginner-friendly ukulele workshop! Over five one-hour classes, you'll learn how to tune your ukulele, play basic chords, learn simple strums, and dive into the rhythm that makes music come alive. Each session is designed to be interactive and enjoyable, with a focus on creating a relaxed, supportive environment for learning. By the end of the week, you'll have the confidence to play a few easy songs and understand the basic rhythms that bring them to life. Whether you're a complete beginner or just looking to refresh your skills, this workshop is all about making music and having a blast!

Parents and family please join us at the end of the week for a heart-warming performance!

WEEKS 1 & 3

Campers brand new to fishing or experienced will enjoy this camp.  This camp will take place in the classroom on campus and off site on certain days.  Campers will get the chance to fish for various species at local spots in the area, as well as learning the basics and keys to fishing.

WEEKS 2 & 4

Campers brand new to fishing or experienced will enjoy this camp.  This camp will take place in the classroom on campus and off site on certain days.  Campers will get the chance to fish for various species at local spots in the area, surf fishing off the beach, and learn the basics and keys to fishing.

WEEKS 1, 2, 4, 6 & 8 (4 DAY CAMP WITH LBI SURFING)

LBI’s Junior Surf Camp is perfect for the social butterfly in your family. LBI’s top coaches help campers strengthen their skills in the ocean and start to paddle for their own waves. Our campers refine their techniques and work with their coaches on positioning and comfort level in bigger waves! Campers will work on turning, riding down the line ahead of the curl, and become independent surfers while meeting new friends that they are matched up in groups with. Students will learn about and try different equipment provided by LBI Surfing, learn about ocean safety, and how to become stronger surfers in all surf conditions.

LOCATION: 1085 LONG BEACH BLVD., SURF CITY

WEEKS 1,4,5,6 & 8 (4 DAY CAMP WITH LBI SURFING)

Boys and girls ages 6-9 learn about safety, ocean awareness, paddling techniques, positioning, and surfing etiquette. This is our camp for first time surfers, absolute beginners eager to learn to surf in a fun environment with LBI’s longest running surf programs. LBI Surfing coaches help students apply those skills to the ocean in our tested and proven model of surfing success! One on one instruction while in the water with fun beach games, bodyboarding, relay races, and much more!!

LOCATION:

MON/TUES: BAYVIEW PARK , 6805 LONG BEACH BLVD. , BRANT BEACH

WED/THURS: 1085 LONG BEACH BLVD., SURF CITY

WEEKS 1,3,5 & 7 (2 DAY CAMP WITH LBI SURFING)

This camp allows both boys and girls ages 7-11 get comfortable with ocean activities and games and have fun while doing it with our team of coaches. We start off with some surfing stretches and learning instructors names and campers names. Next we divide into two groups to start our rotation of activities and instruction.

Skimboards, Bodyboards and wetsuits are included! Please arrive 20 minutes early with sunblock, a snack, and a smile!

LOCATION: 1085 LONG BEACH BLVD., SURF CITY