PLEASE NOTE: Shore Gamers does NOT currently Ship Orders. All Online Orders need to be picked up in-store in Red Bank, NJ.

Kids Programs

Shore Gamers invites kids ages 8+ to stretch their critical thinking skills, communicate confidently, and practice good sportsmanship — in the spirit of play. Our 2025 winter and summer schedules will be posted in December! We welcome scout troops, homeschool groups, and socialization and friendship clubs. Please contact us at play@shoregamers.com to plan an outing for your group.

Why play games? Why Shore Gamers?

We promote collaboration

Practice communication and active listening. Learn the power of negotiation, while sharing knowledge to find the best solution. Celebrate wins together, while respecting opponents.

We practice problem-solving and strategic thinking

Use logic and creativity. Exercise spatial awareness and memory development. Think critically, anticipate consequences, and develop reasoning skills.

We emphasize resilience and emotional development

Overcome obstacles and persevere through challenges. Practice patience, and express empathy. Learn from mistakes, explore different decisions, and celebrate hard-earned success.

We support academic growth

Practice math from simple counting and complex operations to probability and percentages. Read instructions and game cards. Enhance vocabulary across ancient themes and mythical adventures.

Kids Curriculum

Step into Strategy

Play diverse themes and game mechanics with board games like Settlers of Catan, Carcassonne, 5-Minute Mystery, Abducktion, and more.

Card Strategy Specialists

Explore a variety of card mechanics, subject matter and strategies with Lorcana, Magic: The Gathering, and Pokémon.

Traditional Strategy

Practice pattern recognition and anticipate opponent moves with Chess, Backgammon, Rummikub and others.

Our Mission

The diversity of our players is one of our strengths! Shore Gamers stands by a fun, pleasant, and harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, or religion.