Active Kids after school program is for youth in grades TK-6. Enjoy time with your friends in planned indoor and outdoor activities, homework assistance, and creative arts.

Program Details: Monday- Friday. From school dismissal to 6:00pm (Includes early-outs and non-student days). All sites are CLOSED on NMUSD holidays. Non-Student Days will be open at one site, TBA.

Fee: $395 per trimester; $1185 per school year
Locations: Newport Elementary, CYC (Grant Howald Park), Mariners (Mariners Library-VJC Room)
Registration ONLINE ONLY! Check to see if there are spaces available in the current season.

Tips for Registration: Active Kids Registration

Youth Programs Guidelines & Policies: Youth Programs Guidelines & Policies

Active Kids Calendar: 2024-2025 Annual Calendar

For more information: Contact 949-644-3151 or recreation@newportbeachca.gov.

SAVE THE DATE FOR 2025-2026 ANNUAL & FALL REGISTRATION: JULY 17, 2025, AT 8:00 AM.

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Preschool: Pint-Sized Summer Camp

Preschoolers, get ready for some summer-time fun! The Pint-Sized Summer Camp will provide a constructive and unique experience for children ages 3 to 5. The half-day program is filled with fun activities such as art, music, water games, outdoor time, special visitors, and more! Pint-Sized Camp is led by a trained and enthusiastic Assistant Recreation Coordinator and Senior Recreation Leaders who are First Aid and CPR certified.

Campers must be potty-trained, no pull-ups allowed.

Pint-Sized Summer Camp is Monday - Thursday from 9:15 AM - 1:00 PM, held at Newport Coast Community Center.

$144.00 per week

NON-RESIDENT FEE:

$154.00 per week

 *Themes and visitors are subject to change.

For more information, contact the Recreation and Senior Services Department at (949) 644-3151 or recreation@newportbeachca.gov.

Summer Day Camp

Summer is here! Spend a memorable summer with us and enjoy great experiences, new friends, and exciting activities. Camp fee includes crafts, activities, and walking excursions to the beach. CYC campers will take a .75 mile walk to CDM State Beach on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. Newport El campers will walk to the beach on Mondays & Thursdays and the bay on Tuesdays & Fridays. 

Campers must be entering grades 1-7 for the 2025-2026 school year. Summer Day Camp is led by trained and enthusiastic Assistant Recreation Coordinators and Senior Recreation Leaders who are First Aid and CPR certified.

Summer Day Camp is Monday - Friday from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM, held at two locations: Community Youth Center and Newport Elementary School/Marina Park. 

RESIDENT FEE:

$181.00 per week

*Week 4: $146.00 (Closed 07/04/2025)

NON-RESIDENT FEE:

$191.00 per week

*Week 4: $156.00 (Closed 07/04/2025)

REGISTRATION OPENS AT 8:00 AM ON THURSDAY, MARCH 13, 2025.

Tips for Registration: Summer Camp 2025

Youth Programs Guidelines & Policies: Youth Programs Guidelines & Policies

Summer Day Camp - Community Youth Center (CYC)

Teen Leader Program

The City of Newport Beach Recreation Department offers a Teen Leader Program for ages 13-15. The Teen Leader Program allows teens to volunteer alongside Recreation Staff in the cities Summer Day Camps, Pint-Sized Camp, Marina Park Sailing & Boating Center, and other City events. While earning community service credits, this program also allows teens to be involved in the community, develop and enhance life (work) skills, and gain valuable job experience.

The Teen Leader Program provides hands on experiences, mentorship, and resume building exercises. Staff will emphasize leadership development, teamwork, and professionalism, as teens are provided with an opportunity to develop and enhance like (work) skills, while gaining valuable job experience. 

Application: 2025 Teen Leader Program Application

Process:

1. Complete a Teen Leader Application by Thursday, May 1, 2025.
2. Qualified applicants may be interviewed, and the top candidates will be selected to join the Teen Leader Program.
3. Selected teens will undergo a background check, register online, and pay a $200 program fee to volunteer for 2025.

For more information, contact the Recreation and Senior Services Department at (949) 644-3151 or recreation@newportbeachca.gov.

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Mayor's Youth Council