Camps/Programs
Camp Splish Splash New for 2026
What: Swim lessons, water safety, dive lesson, and games
Who: Kids 5-10 years of age
When: June 22nd-June 26th, 2026, 8:45am-11:45am
Cost: Hillsdale Residents $350 for the week; Non-Hillsdale Residents $375 for the week
Registration: After March 16th, 2026 on CommunityPass. Space is limited. No Refunds.
Guppy Camp 2026
What: Swim lessons, free swim, crafts and games
Who: Kids 5-10 years of age
When: Monday – Friday, 8:45am – 11:45am
Session 1: August 3 – August7
Session 2: August 10 -August14
Session 3: August 17 -August21
Cost: Pricing per week
Members: $375, Non-members: $390
Registration: Sign-up & pay on CommunityPass by July 25, 2026. Space is limited. No Refunds.
Swim Assessment: July 25th, 2026 9am-10am. Please bring your child dressed in their swimsuit to be tested and placed into their appropriate swim-level for camp.
If you have any questions email Patty: phughes@hillsdalenj.org
Stingrays Swim Team
What: Must have a family membership to participate.
It is team policy that parents volunteer for at least 2 swim meets to assist with meet efficiency and team synergy.
Who: Swimmers must be between the ages of 5 and 17 as of May 31, 2026. Swimmers must be able to show reasonable swimming ability and swim at least:
15 meters (5- & 6-year-olds)
25 meters (7-10-year-olds)
50 meters (11-17-year-olds)
If the swimmer is unable to meet these qualifications, they will be encouraged to enroll in swim lessons.
Practice Times: 8am-9am (5-10-year-olds) & 9am-10am (11-17-year-olds)
The 2026 parent meeting will be in June. Team Swimsuits will be available for purchase.
Cost:
$125 Per Child. No Refunds.
Forever Friends Program
What: Relax in the sun and shade, fenced in kiddy pool with spray features, playground too! Meet new parents and their children and have fun.
Who: One Adult and Kids under 3 years of age, open to members and non-members
When: Mondays and Fridays in July, 8:45am – 11:45am
Where: Kiddy pool only
Cost: $200. No Refunds.
Jr. Lifeguarding Course
What: Aquatic education program tailored for kids ages 10-14, who want to combine their passion for swimming with the ability to learn lifesaving skills
Who: Kids 10-14 years of age
When: One week sessions in July and August 2026 from 10:45am-11:45am each day, session dates TBA
Cost: Members $170
Non-Members $180
Email phughes@hillsdalenj.org or call 201-358-5065 after June 1st, 2026 for more information. No Refunds.
American Red Cross: Lifeguard Training Certification
What: Lifeguarding program prepares lifeguards to prevent, protect and respond to aquatic emergencies
Who: Must be 15+ to register.
Course Offerings:
Lifeguarding
Lifeguard recertification
Water Safety Instructor Course
Prerequisites: Minimum age 15, Swim 300 yards continuously; tread water for 2 minutes using only your legs; Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds by starting in the water, swimming 20 yards, surface dive to a depth of 7-10 feet to retrieve a 10 pound object, return to the surface and swim 20 yards on your back to return to the starting point, exit the water without using the steps or ladder. Participants who successfully complete the Lifeguard course receive an American Red Cross certificate of Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED, valid for 2 years.
There will be multiple classes this summer, email phughes@hillsdalenj.org