Teen Camps
traditional camps
Teen X - The Teen Experience (Ages 12 - 13): Calling all teens to join the fun in this improved program just for older campers. Enjoy a summer filled with traditional camp activities plus new experiences, community service opportunities, cooking, fitness classes and more.
Offered at the YMCA Allard Center of Goffstown
TRIP CAMPs
Teen Trip Camp (Ages 12 - 16): Teen Trip is more than just a camp, it’s a summer vacation! Teens will spend their summer traveling the northern New England area exploring all the fun adventures it holds. From boogie boarding at the beach and sliding down the natural water slides of the White Mountains to making the plunge down Bizarro’s 221 foot drop at Six Flags New England and enjoying an occasional cookout, there is never a dull moment at camp!
Offered at the YMCA Allard Center of Goffstown
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Teen Trip Camp (Ages 13 - 14): Give your teenager the classic camp experience jam-packed with the traditional camp activities that are tailored towards older campers. Campers will get plenty of opportunities to give input on daily camp activities to allow them to enjoy their camp experience the way they want. This year, they will venture out on field trips and leave the nest! Trips will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and will include hikes, beaches, amusement parks, movies, and more. Camp days will include swimming, archery, arts and crafts, adventure course activities, and many more traditional camp experiences.
Offered at the YMCA of Strafford County
Voyagers Trip Camp (Ages 11 - 13): Our oldest campers will be expanding their horizons as they take on adventures and explore the Seacoast this summer! Trips will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays and include hikes, beaches, amusement parks, movies, and more! Camp days will consist of swimming, archery, sports, arts & crafts, and team building.
Offered at the YMCA of the Seacoast
lEADERSHIP CAMPS
Leaders In Training (Ages 13 - 14, varies by location): The Leader In Training (LIT) program introduces teens to the skills needed to become a leader. This four week training program teaches the Y leadership philosophy, effective communication, team building, and behavior management techniques through role playing in a day camp setting. Teens must complete an interview process to be accepted into the Leader In Training program. Enrollment is limited.
Offered at the YMCA Allard Center of Goffstown, YMCA of Concord, YMCA Day Camp of Hooksett, YMCA of Greater Londonderry, YMCA of Strafford County, and YMCA of the Seacoast
Counselor In Training (Ages 15 - 16): This program helps to prepare teens to become a camp counselor. Teens apply leadership skills from the Leader In Training program by working with camper groups during the summer. Along with planning and implementing activities, teens attend safety and leadership trainings and have the opportunity to be certified in CPR and First Aid. CIT’s will receive weekly evaluations by their director and camp staff. These evaluations help determine each teen’s readiness to be part of a summer camp staff for the following summer. Teens must complete an interview process to be accepted into the Counselor In Training program. Enrollment is limited.
Offered at the YMCA Allard Center of Goffstown, YMCA Day Camp of Hooksett and YMCA of Greater Londonderry
additional teen camps
There are a variety of other day camp options available for teens including tennis, gymnastics, sports, and more. View our full day camp brochures and see all available camps for your teen below.
