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Jersey City and Hoboken winter break coverage options gathered from provider listings last checked on December 17, 2025. Use the summaries below to zero in on the age ranges, hours, and registration steps that match your family.

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Winter break camp options

This guide highlights local day camps, sports collectives, and creative studios offering coverage during winter 2025–26 closures. Always confirm current availability with the provider before booking—capacity can change quickly.

Winter break day camp; flexible, self-directed activities (creative + play-based) with extended hours

Known for flexibility and long hours. Parents often like the variety; experience can vary by site/team.

Ages
4–12
Dates
Dec 24, 2025 – Jan 2, 2026 (closed Dec 25 and Jan 1)
Hours
8:00am–6:00pm

How to register: Register online via Steve & Kate’s Jersey City Winter Camp page (day passes / flexible attendance)

Indoor climbing + games (break-camp format; AM/PM session options)

Short-session, high-energy coverage during school breaks; good for kids who like structured physical activity.

Ages
5–13
Dates
Dec 26, 2025; Dec 29, 2025; Dec 30, 2025; Jan 1, 2025
Hours
AM Session: 9:30–11:30 and PM session: 12:00–2:00 (confirm per listing)

How to register: Register via Gravity Vault Hoboken events listings (online) or call the gym

Play + gymnastics-style movement camp with themes (school-break coverage)

Often praised for high-energy, structured play that works well for younger kids.

Ages
2 yrs 6 mos – 10 yrs 11 mos (typically potty-trained / bathroom independent)
Dates
Dec 24, 2025 – Jan 2, 2026 (as shown on their camp page)
Hours
Varies

How to register: Register online via My Gym Jersey City camp page / booking flow

High-energy movement camp (gymnastics/parkour-style games and challenges; seasonal camps posted as events)

Positioned as a strong ‘burn energy’ option; parents tend to like structured movement alternatives to screens.

Ages
unknown
Dates
Holiday camp dates are posted on their events page (example listings show Dec 22 and Dec 29, 2025)
Hours
Varies by listing (shown in the booking flow)

How to register: Register via their Events page links (often via Sawyer)

Gymnastics + games + relays + arts & crafts; camps offered during extended holiday closures and snow days

Well-known local gymnastics facility; good option for active coverage when school is closed.

Ages
5+ (must be 5 years old by August of the current school year)
Dates
December Winter Break (specific dates not published on the holiday camps page at time checked)
Hours
Full day 9:00am–3:00pm (half-day options referenced but not detailed on the page)

How to register: Contact/registration via their site (holiday camp calendar is labeled tentative; dates often confirmed closer to the break)

Multi-sport school-break camp (2–4 sports per day; structured play + games)

Popular for younger kids who need high-energy, structured sports coverage.

Ages
3-7
Dates
Dec 26, 2025; Dec 29, 2025; Dec 30, 2025; Dec 31st, 2025 (Half Day); Jan 2nd
Hours
9-3

How to register: View School Break Camp page, then register through their booking/registration links (often via a booking platform)

Art/creative enrichment camps, including no-school-day coverage

Strong parent sentiment for creative, supportive studio environment; good non-sports alternative.

Ages
4–12
Dates
No-school camps offered (Winter 2025–26 specific dates not shown on the general camp page at time checked)
Hours
School-year camp commonly references weekday coverage; confirm exact times per date

How to register: Check their camp pages and schedule/booking links; register online

Engineering/woodworking-based holiday camps on school holidays (including winter)

Hands-on STEM/build projects; attractive for kids who love making and tools (with supervision).

Ages
4–11
Dates
School holiday camps offered in winter; specific Winter 2025–26 dates not listed on the website snapshot
Hours
Varies

How to register: Contact via their site/social channels for the specific Winter 2025–26 holiday camp dates and signup details

LEGO/STEM-themed school holiday camps (half-day and full-day options listed)

Popular STEM/LEGO concept that tends to be a strong fit for kids who like building and themed challenges.

Ages
unknown
Dates
December 2025 calendar shows School Holiday Camp entries including Dec 22, 2025 and Dec 23, 2025 (and likely additional dates in the same calendar)
Hours
Half-day and full-day options appear on the calendar listings (confirm exact times per date during booking)

How to register: Register via their scheduling/booking site (holiday camps appear on their December 2025 calendar listings)

Sports & active-play camps; also markets coverage for days when schools are off

Strong local reputation for active programming; good option for last-minute ‘need coverage’ situations when offered.

Ages
3–13 (Super Base markets a broad kids range; confirm per camp listing)
Dates
Dec 22, 2025 – Jan 2, 2026 (winter break coverage; closed on Dec 25 and Jan 1)
Hours
Varies

How to register: Check their camp/registration pages; register online when specific off-day camps are posted

Indoor active camps for school breaks (gymnastics-style movement + games; themed weeks/days)

Well-known national kids gym brand; commonly praised for structured movement-based programming for younger kids.

Ages
3-9
Dates
Dec 26, Dec 29, Dec 30, Dec 31, Jan 2
Hours
AM Sessions - 9:12, PM Sessions - 1-4 with option to pay for lunch hour as well.

How to register: Check their camps page and contact the Jersey City location to confirm Winter 2025–26 camp dates and book