J Day Camps

The J offers an exciting range of camp options perfect for your family’s needs. Weekly camps are packed with fun-filled themes, thrilling games, creative crafts, and unforgettable experiences. Every week is a new adventure, designed to keep your kids engaged, active and having a blast all summer long!

Rising K-2nd Graders
Our younger campers get a taste of everything through carefully crafted preset schedules that ensure a variety of activities. Their week includes four swimming lessons to build confidence and skills in the water, along with other engaging activities designed to keep them active and entertained.

Rising 3rd-7th Graders (through 6th grade in Chesterfield)
Older campers have the freedom to customize their weekly schedules, mixing and matching activities to suit their unique interests. We offer three camp options to choose from. They can explore their passions and try something new. Options include sports, arts and more!

With locations in Chesterfield and Creve Coeur, we are ready to welcome your campers!
Registration fills fast! Secure your spots today!

For details about all of The J's Camps and for registration, visit jccstl.com/camps. Registration is open!

J Day Camps are held on two campuses:

Creve Coeur: June 2 - August 8, 2025

Chesterfield: June 2 - August 15, 2025

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Explore songs, finger plays, music and more during this Music & Movement class for ages 0-6. Some sessions are held in person at various branches of the St. Louis County Library. Some sessions are virtual. 

 

 

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Tiny Trekkers at The Nature Institute

Tiny Trekkers is a weekly nature-based program for preschoolers (ages 3-5) at the Nature Institute. Preschoolers explore the nearly 500 acres of preserves through hands-on experiences out in nature. Kids stomp through creeks, use nets to catch and observe insects, taste edible plants, and learn about the natural world.

 

 

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