Best New York Art Camps Summer 2025-26 Directory

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Yomawha features beautiful woodlands, a mountain stream, a lake for boating, private swimming pool, climbing wall, state-of-the-art playground and various athletic fields. In this country-like setting, campers ages 5 to 15 enjoy use of the swimming pool and private lockers dedicated to the Y, with instruction in the morning and free swim in the afternoon.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We offer campers a wide variety of challenging, enjoyable and stimulating activities in a relaxed, non-competitive atmosphere. Activities include sports, arts & crafts, nature study, boating, climbing wall, hiking, music, drama, and more! Throughout the summer, camp is filled with entertainers and special days to add to the fun. Our expert activity specialists, fully trained counselors and professional supervisory staff are all there to ensure your child has a safe, nurturing and fun summer.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The CIT Program at Camp Yomawha is a summer-long leadership training workshop where young adults will learn the importance of being strong leaders and positive role models. This program includes skill building trips outside of camp, hands-on work with younger campers and community service components. Being a part of this program is not just about building better counselors, it’s about building stronger leaders.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid is available.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Many different session options! See our website for more information.

CAMP FACILITIES: Elmwood's grounds include basketball courts, softball fields, turf soccer field, 3 pools, 4 playgrounds, ceramics studio, woodworking shop, outdoor theatre, gymnastics pavilion, shaded areas to do all other activities outside. A large stone mansion houses all of our groups for changing for swim.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our mission is for each child to discover, celebrate and be who he or she is supposed to be. Consistent, caring relationships and a comprehensive activity program is essential to achieve our mission.

The relationships that children form with each other and with our staff provide the foundation for the Elmwood experience. It is through these relationships and active participation in our program that we learn about ourselves and others.

Our Place has been built with children in mind. Our facility provides program areas designed for our four core activity areas (Athletics, Swim, Creative Arts and Performing Arts) and for natural play.

We are teachers, psychologists, social workers, recreational specialists, college and high school students. Many of us are alumni campers; all of us believe in the Elmwood mission.

Our leadership team has a deep commitment to the Elmwood mission and to the well being of each camper. Together we have over 100 years of camping experience and extensive knowledge of children.

OTHER CAMP INFO: We are committed to our campers' safety and well being on their ride to and from camp. We provide door-to-door transportation from Westchester County, the Upper East Side and the Upper West Side of Manhattan and Riverdale.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
You can attend Elmwood for 4 to 8 weeks in length
Tuition includes snacks, lunch, transportation and any trip fees.

8 weeks $8000 per camper
7 weeks $7500 per camper
6 weeks $6800 per camper
5 weeks $6000 per camper
4 weeks $5100 per camper
Second 4 weeks $4600 per camper

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Ceramics Specialists
Gymnastics Specialist

CAMP FACILITIES: We have five air-conditioned classrooms, a full-size gymnasium, a dance studio, a rooftop playground and a side playground on the first floor with sprinklers for those warm summer days. We have instructional swim weekly at the Riverdale Y, a 10 minute ride away.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: There is an early childhood licensed lead teacher in each classroom with an experienced associate teacher as well as three additional counselors. Our campers work and play within the learning centers of our classrooms, and participate in art activities daily as well as weekly gymnastics and dance programs. Threes and fours have instructional swim at the Riverdale Y each week. Music and story-telling are infused throughout our program.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial assistance is available based on need.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp is an extension of our nursery school program.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Campers can attend for the whole summer from the end of June to the middle of August or can enroll for the first half of the summer (4 weeks or can enroll for 5 weeks, 6 weeks or 7 weeks. Hours are half-day, full day until 3:30 or extended day until 6 pm. Please see our website for more information and fees at Our Camp Website Link: www.ywashhts.org.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We hire counselors, teachers and assistant teachers for our nursery camp.

CAMP FACILITIES: Eagle Island Camp consists of historic great camp buildings, cabins and platform tents. Campers stay in either the historic guest house on bunk beds, in one of our rustic cabins, or in a platform tent.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: In everything we do, we believe in inspiring and empowering young people to be confident, collaborative, and courageous. We offer a variety of programs run by trained staff. Each program offering provides campers with life skills and memorable experiences. Learn more at eagleisland.org

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial assistance is available for youth camp programs. We believe that every child should be able to experience camp. We ask that every family reflect on what they are able to contribute to their camper's experience. You can learn more about our financial assistance at eagleisland.org

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Families will be able to explore Eagle Island through nature, crafting, sailing, swimming, Adirondack trips, and more. Families will stay in one of our historic great camp buildings, rustic cabins, or platform tents.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
All-Gender Day Camp for youth entering grades 3-6, $375/week. -Two sessions, June 29-July 3 and July 6-July 10
Girls' Overnight Camp for youth entering grades 5-8, $850/week,
-Two sessions, July 12-July 17 and July 19-July 24
Family Camp, $750/week
-Two session, July 26-August 1 and August 2-August 8

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Eagle Island Camp is hiring for multiple positions. Come live, work, and play on an island in middle of the Adirondack mountains of New York. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.eagleisland.org to learn more and apply.

CAMP FACILITIES: For the 1-week camp and the first 2 weeks of the 3-week camp, we meet at Cap21 Rehearsal Studios located at 18 W. 18 St, NYC. During the last week of camp, we move to the Under St Marks Theatre at 94 St. Marks Place (8th St) in the E Village for rehearsal and the final performance of the musical.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: All 6-16 year olds welcome at CurtainUp Kids Musical Theater Summer Camps.

No auditions, just the desire to learn a favorite role from one of the great musicals such as Wizard of Oz or Annie and to perform it at an Off Broadway theatre.

Guided by our experienced teaching artists, students build the skills and confidence they need to perform in every professional setting.

We are proud that some CU Kids have gone on to Broadway (a student is now in the current Les Miz) and other theatrical ventures. And we are equally proud that ALL of our students continue to bring their musical theater skills into every aspect of their lives.

Please visit our website for complete information, including a rich photo/video gallery of past performances, information about our teachers, and reviews from parents and friends.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We also offer Tuesday Afterschool and Saturday Morning Programs during the Fall and Spring school semesters. They run every Tuesday for 12 weeks from 4-6pm and every Saturday for 12 weeks from 11am-1pm. Locations are the same as the Summer Camps --- Cap21 Rehearsal Studios, 18 W 18 St, and Under St Marks Theatre, 94 St. Marks Place, NYC. Both culminate in a performance of a popular musical on the last day. All 6 to 16 year olds are welcome!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Summer 2015 Musical Theater Camps:

1 Week Intensive, 7/27-31, M-F 10am-1pm, Studio Musical Performance on 7/31, Tuition = $400

3 Week Musical Camp, 8/3-21, M-F 10am-1pm, Off Broadway Musical Performance at Under St Marks Theatre on 8/21, Tuition = $950

You can sign up for 1 week to 4 weeks of camp.
Tuition for both camps (4 weeks) = $1250.

Buddy tuition discount available. Sign up with a buddy and both receive 5% discount off regular tuition.

For detailed info and online registration, go to Our Camp Website Link: www.curtainupkids.com.

CAMP FACILITIES: Professional Broadway Rehearsal Studio

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: On Wednesday, participants also see a Broadway Matinee and have a “Talk Back” with actors after the show!

Pre-Professional Program faculty include Broadway Theatre Actors and Industry Professionals interested in sharing their methods and insights with those seeking to expand their craft and explore their creative expression.

A combination of classroom work and individualized private instruction will provide participants with a unique week-long experience.

Focus of Summer Intensive:
• Private Voice Lessons
• Musical Theatre Audition Technique
• Dance Workshop
• Group Rehearsal for the Final Showcase

This camp ends in a Final Showcase for industry professionals, including talent representatives and casting professionals. The performance is designed to showcase the skills and challenging material students have mastered throughout the week

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: A Class Act NY offers many Year-Round Activities. Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.AClassActNY.com for more information.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Time: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Dates: Monday, July 27 – Friday, July 31
Where: Pearl Studios – 500 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018
Cost: 850.00 – includes three complimentary seats to the Final Showcase, a ticket to the Broadway matinee and talk back and A Class Act NY camp t-shirt!

CAMP FACILITIES: Every day children participate in a wide range of art activities. The day is divided into three activities separated by lunch (a wonderful opportunity for social bonding time with friends and staff) and outdoor snack times, weather permitting. Older children may have a slightly different schedule as activities will be geared to challenge each child personally.

All products used in the classroom are non-toxic and kid-friendly.
Activities Include
Clay sculpting
Relief frames
Relief Tile Sculpting
Paper Mache
Plaster bandage
Life Casting
Mold Making
Plaster casting
Aqua Resin casting
Patina
Mosaics
Beading
Drawing & Painting

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: City Sculpting is a creative visual arts children's program with a specialized focus on sculpture.

Children build on projects one day at a time, expanding their technical skills and creative realms. Older children are challenged with more advanced projects and techniques.

Staff to child ratio is 6 to 1 and the age range for the children who attend is 5-14.

Weekly fees: Sign up is on a weekly basis. Mon-Fri 9am-3pm Extended Hours available at an additional fee.

An EARLY BIRD special is open for the Summer and you will get a discounted weekly rate of $475 (East Village and Greenpoint) or $575 (Uptown Manhattan) if you register before June 16th, 2016. Our regular weekly rate is $550 (East Village and Brooklyn) or $650 (Uptown), materials included.
Space is limited and registering is one click away AT Our Camp Website Link: www.citysculpting2016.com.

City Sculpting 2016 Calendar - Signup is on a weekly basis.

East Village: July 11th to August 12th
Greenpoint: July 5th to July 29th
UWS: July 11th to August 5th

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Special circumstances are considered. Please contact us for a discount if you have more than one child attending or another special circumstance.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Work actively with other community groups and school programs doing Children's Art Programs.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Information Sessions

Available by appointment
For more information: Our Camp Website Link: www.citysculpting2016.com
Contact Assistant Director Helen: Helen[AT]citysculpting2016.com
or call for more info: (206) 355-0298

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
An EARLY BIRD special is open for the Summer and you will get a discounted weekly rate of $450 (East Village and Greenpoint) or $550 (Uptown Manhattan) if you register before June 13th, 2016. Our regular weekly rate is $550 (East Village and Brooklyn) or $650 (Uptown), materials included.

City Sculpting 2016 Calendar - East Village: July 11th to August 12th - Greenpoint: July 5th to July 29th - UWS: July 11th to August 5th (Uptown Manhattan)

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Henry Day Camp functions out of 301 Henry Street, a community center with multiple multi-function rooms including a state of the art computer lab, a gym and a kitchen. We also access the surrounding athletic fields and courts for our athletic activities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Henry Day Camp offers a wide range of co-educational and recreational enrichment activities. And, it's fun! Daily activities include arts & crafts, music, drama, sports, trips to amusement park and more! Camp Henry is licensed by the NYC Department of Health and accredited by the American Camp Association. In 2012 we were a Red Tricycle Coolest Camp winner.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our oldest group, the 11 - 13 year olds receive a great deal of team building and leadership training around youth development.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: There is financial aid, sibling discounts, returning camper discounts.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Our Camp and After-School Services runs during the school year for 10 months at 6 after-school sites. We are in 4 schools and 2 community centers with a full compliment of sports and recreation, visual and performing arts programming, bully prevention programs and Homework Help.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Tentative dates: July 7th - August 15 Fees: $1,400 - includes all trips, etc. $180 one time fee for those desiring early drop off and late pick up.

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL $1,250 - April 25, 2014. Please check our website for updates.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: - Live Zooming and friendship-making time (prescheduled so your family can plan ahead!)
- Off-screen activities for independent play and learning (and naps! and yard time!)
- Hands-on activities with real art materials (art camp should be a little messy!)
- Small group sizes ensure that campers receive high quality instruction and individual attention from their teachers.
- Daily movement and mindfulness exercises integrated throughout the day to get the wiggles out

Camp tuition includes an Art Toolbox mailed to your home and a live exhibition every Friday that the whole family can attend, even those living far away.

Camp Staff:
Katerina Romanenko, Ph.D. Assistant Director of Youth and Family Programs

An experienced educator and visual culture historian, Dr. Romanenko specializes in Museum education, art history, American History, and object-based learning in formal and informal environments. She holds a PhD in Art History from the City University of New York and for more than 15 years teaches art history and works in Museum education. She also holds a BA in Education Sciences and has experience in research, development and implementation of educational programs for different age groups.

Alicia Mino, Art Educator, Manager of the School and Community Programs

An accomplished practicing artists and art educator, Alicia Mino received her Master’s in visual communication from the Metropolitan University of Chile, She spent fifteen years in Italy studying art history, oil painting, and sculpture. She presented in numerous art exhibitions and founded the Mates Art and Design Studio, where she taught drawing, oil/acrylic painting, and sculpture fundamentals for ten years. In 2008 Alicia moved to Philadelphia where she continues to exhibit her work and teaches art.

Lindsey Murphy, Art Educator and K-8 Program Coordinator

An art educator with over a decade of experience in the field of education, Lindsey Murphy has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology; concentration in Archaeology from Millersville University, and an Elementary Teaching Certification from Millersville University. She worked as a general education classroom teacher in the Oxford Area School District in Chester County, PA for 8 years, and has worked in PAFA’s education department over the past 11 years creating and implementing numerous museum tours and art making experiences for children and families of all backgrounds, becoming the K-8 Program Coordinator in 2019..

Melissa Hendrixson, Art Educator

Melissa Hendrixson is an artist and art educator who has worked in Museum Education for over five years. She has her Bachelor's of Fine Arts and Studio Certificate from Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and has gained experience through assisting the coordination and development of various museum programming including family programs, youth art classes, and summer camps. She now works for the School and Community Partnership Program as an art educator where she develops and implements museum tours, school lessons, and community outreach programs to support student learning, parental engagement and visual literacy initiatives.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: It is our sincere desire that no child be denied the opportunity to attend camp because of financial difficulties. Thanks to our generous donors, PAFA is able to offer a limited number of scholarships.

Please email artcamp[AT]pafa.org to receive a scholarship application

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Friday Art Show

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: PAFA offers a year round programs, online and in person for youth and families that engage parents and children with the museum collection and art-making. Our programs inculde art classes for middle school students, afterschool program for kids 6-11, and Sunday Family workshops. please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.pafa.org

OTHER CAMP INFO: Drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, comic books and graphic novels, collage and mixed media, and video arts.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Dates
June 21 - August 13, 8 weeks

Ages: 6-14 (groups: 6-8; 9-11; 12-14)

Mon-Fri from 9am - 3pm each day (except July 5rd).

For camps description, cost and schedule go to the registration website. Our Camp Website Link: www.pafa.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Assistants and Camp Instructors.
Please visit for current job announcements and apply via 
Our Camp Website Link: hr.pafa.org

CAMP FACILITIES: Our historic facility was built in 1929 and is home to a recently renovated 145-seat proscenium theater where campers rehearse and perform showcases for friends and family. Campers swim in our facility’s heated pool under close supervision from swim instructors, camp counselors and lifeguards. Visual arts activities occur in the Arts Annex, and campers utilize multi-purpose rooms throughout the YMCA for instruction and activities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Arts Camp's 2018 theme is ART AS ENERGY. "Giving children tools on how to interpret their experience in a body, helps empower them to make decisions. They learn to listen to themselves and direct their energy in a conscious way that will allow them to settle into themselves and their authentic power." (Leanne Holitza). This summer, we will focus on 4 energetic centers in the body and how these energy centers may inspire artistic expression, creativity, and community. We will begin at the naval center with an exploration of courage, determination, and commitment. Next, we move to the heart to explore harmony, peace, love, and compassion. Third, we move to the throat center to explore communication, self-expression, listening, and truth. Finally, we land on the 3rd eye, where campers will meditate on intuition, vision, wisdom, balance, and curiousity.

On Thursdays at 4 PM of weeks 2, 4, 6 and 8, each group performs in an informal showcase for family and friends in the Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater. Throughout the summer in all 4 art forms, students explore age-appropriate curriculum that celebrates the dance, theater, music, and visual art as it relates to the summer's over-arching program theme. In addition to arts classes, all campers swim twice a week, go on arts-related field trips around NYC, and, weather permitting, enjoy Central Park for lunch, fresh air, yoga, and team-building creative activities.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Thanks to our generous donors to our Annual Campaign we are able to make the Y accessible through our Financial Assistance Program. These gifts provide scholarships for individuals and families who want and need Y programs, but cannot afford them. Applications for scholarships are available on our website.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Dates: Monday-Friday, July 2 - August 24
Weekly Rate: $485 member, $565 non-member

Please visit our website for additional information.

CAMP FACILITIES: Customized Courts, Ballfields, Ziplines, Playgrounds And More Just For Nursery & Kindergarten Campers.

Separate Courts, Ballfields, Ziplines, Go-Carts, Archery, Batting Cages Etc For 2Nd Graders And Older. Beautiful Waterpark, Lake, Nature Trails For All : )

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: A mature staff consisting of certified teachers, coaches and college students. travel programs for 4th graders and older. Trips include: Banana Boating In The Hamptons, Six Flags, Broadway Shows In Manhattan, Shark Boat Tours Around Manhattan, Beach Trips, Citi Field, Adventureland, and so much more. Campers return home every day.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership program.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Kenwal Day Camp is family owned and operated since 1957. We provide a fun-filled safe environment in which all campers thrive!! building self esteem, confidence, & creating smiles is just a small part of what we do every day.

Call for a personal tour & see why everyone's going to Kenwal.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp runs for 8 weeks. Campers may attend for 3 weeks or more. Please visit our website, Our Camp Website Link: www.kenwaldaycamp.com for more information.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Our Camp Website Link: steveandkatescamp.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Located in a large church basement and courtyard, we are near to all NYC has to offer. One block walk to Prospect Park. Certified school buses take us to local pools and on trips.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: For over 25 years Park Explorers has been taking campers to explore the wonders of nature in Prospect Park. Trips to karate studios, gymnastics, pools, Parks and Nature Centers, tennis, beaches, and trips to amusement parks and fun places children love.

Add on lots of daily activities from basketball, soccer, field games, (all kinds of sports) to arts and crafts and performing arts so the children are active and busy all summer long.

Park Explorers is a traditional day camp with all the wonderful activities you can fit in a summer. Sports, arts & crafts, swimming, performing arts, gymnastics, karate, hiking, nature, trips, and special events allows for no two days alike.

Second grade and older have choices within the day to help tailor the program to fit each individuals need.

Weekly sessions; Extended hours; Shuttle bus pickups.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership program.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 27th through August 31st
Mondays through Fridays.
For fees and information go to Our Camp Website Link: www.parkexplorers.com

CAMP FACILITIES: We have a 120 seat theater which features full working lights and sound to produce and create the best possible theater atmosphere for young actors and first timers alike.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our staff has worked overseas directing and teaching fairytale theater and workshops for the acclaimed Galli Theater.

Tricia Patrick, our executive director, has been a dancer and actor for the past 20 years. She has been acting and teaching with Galli Theater for 9 years in the USA and Europe.

Simon Geronimo, our artistic director, has been performing with the Galli Theater for over 15 years in Europe and North America. He has been trained in acting by Johannes Galli and is also a certified Galli Method ® Trainer.

The Galli Theater communicates important social issues through modern adaptations of fairy tales from around the world. The plays highlight their symbols and help to illuminate wisdom that is highly relevant in today’s society. They awaken a sense of liveliness in audiences and actors alike that can help reveal the genuine person and his inner vision and power, thus celebrating childhood.

Our camps help participants gain self-confidence, overcome barriers, learn new languages and cultures, improve acting skills, and increase health and wellness.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Along with our workshops and performances, we also have daily arts and crafts allowing our campers to use their imaginations in creating stories, and art pieces they can share and keep.

We rely very much on letting our campers use their imagination as much as possible when they walk through the door.

We also feature a camp for German speaking children headed by our artistic director Simon Geronimo.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Mon-Fri
July 7-11th, July 14-18th, Aug 18-22th, Aug 25-29th

German Summer Camp:
Mon-Fri
June 30 - July 4th, Aug 11-15th

CAMP FACILITIES: Professional Broadway Rehearsal Studio.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: A Class Act NY offers many Year-Round Programs. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.AClassActNY.com.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Dates: Monday, July 20 – Friday, July 24
Where: Pearl Studios – 500 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018
Cost: 775.00 – includes three complimentary seats to the Final Showcase, a ticket to the Broadway matinee and talk back and A Class Act NY camp t-shirt!

CAMP FACILITIES: We have custom built housing for our campers, some of the best at any summer camp, we have 4 professional theaters, a 2 story fine arts complex, 3 ring flying circus, fully featured waterfront, 16 music studios, 3 dance studios, rock rehearsal facilities and recording studio, ATV's and more sports, fully featured waterfront and more.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Long Lake Camp for the Arts is a performing arts and fine arts camp combined for more summer fun! Make new friends in theater, acting, dance, music, film, circus, fine arts, rock bands, and more. We offer a non competitive program accepting both beginners and experienced creative children. Our campers 100% create and design their own perfect schedule at Long Lake with our help and guidance.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Please call us for financial assistance: 914-693-7111. We are happy to discuss a partial scholarship for your family so we can make possible for you.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
We offer 3 week and 6 week sessions, new campers are ages 8 to 15. Please visit our website for more details. Our Camp Website Link: www.longlakecamp.com

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Long Lake Camp for the Arts in upstate New York is looking for performing and fine arts staff to teach children music (many instruments) , theater, dance, circus, rock bands, many different fine arts and more. To apply please email marc[AT]longlakecamp.com your resume with cell phone number. Please then call Geoff Burnett on 914 693 7111 for an interview. We need staff usually for 9 to 10 weeks watch summer starting the end of June until the end of August.Please Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.longlakecamp.com.  We look forward to getting to know you and learn about your skills.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have the Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater where we have our SHOWCASE at the end of each session. There is a indoor pool, arts studio, and various other classrooms in which the kids are

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: West Side Y Arts Camp is an experiential summer of fun for ages 5.5 - 12. Arts Camp is a vibrant community-building experience in which campers explore their own creative expression in a safe and supportive environment. Children are grouped by age and together they take 5 classes each in DANCE, DRAMA, MUSIC, and VISUAL ARTS per 2-week session. That adds up to 20 hours of arts instruction every 2 weeks!

The summer is divided into four two-week sessions, each with its own organizing theme. Campers learn different styles and techniques in all 4 art forms all summer long with a focus on foundational skill building, development of original material, rehearsal, and performance. On Thursdays at 4 PM of weeks 2, 4, 6 and 8, each group performs in an informal showcase for family and friends in the Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater.

The THEME for Summer 2017 is ARTS THROUGH TIME. In each program session, we will focus on a different historical period -- Ancient/Medievel, Renaissance/Middle Ages, Victorian/Colonial, and Modern Era -- and in each of the 4 art forms, explore age-appropriate curriculum that celebrates the dance, theater, music, and visual art of that time. In addition to arts classes, all campers swim twice a week, go on arts-related field trips around NYC, and, weather permitting, enjoy Central Park for lunch, fresh air, yoga, and team-building creative activities.

For more information about Arts Camp please call the Amanda Selwyn, Community Arts Director at 212-912-2635.

We are also CPR and First Aid certified!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We do offer financial aid. Please contact our Arts Camp Director Cassandra Richards | CRichards[AT]ymcanyc.org | 212-912-2634.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): On Thursdays at 4 PM of weeks 2, 4, 6 and 8, each group performs in an informal showcase for family and friends in the Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: See our year-round Community Arts programs at: Our Camp Website Link: www.ymcanyc.org

Some include:
Kids Company SHOWCASE
Kids Company PRODUCTION
Teen Theater Collective
Teen Tech Crew

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
SESSIONS AND FEES
Program session is 2 weeks. Participants can enroll in any combination of weeks.
Sessions/Weeks Dates Members Non-Member
Session 1 | Week 1 July 3 - July 7 $376 $440
Session 1 | Week 2 July 10 - July 14 $470 $550
Session 2 | Week 3 July 17 - July 21 $470 $550
Session 2 | Week 4 July 24 - July 29 $470 $550
Session 3 | Week 5 July 31 - August 4 $470 $550
Session 3 | Week 6 August 7 - August 11 $470 $550
Session 4 | Week 7 August 14 - August 18 $470 $550
Session 4 | Week 8 August 21 - August 25 $470 $550

CAMP FACILITIES: Indoor gym, theater and classrooms, along with many athletic fields outside.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Campers will have a traditional day camp experience that includes Creative and Athletic activities. The schedule is filled with Athletic activities like Soccer, Football, Hockey, Basketball, Frisbee, Tennis, and many more. In addition to the Athletic activities, campers will enjoy Creative activities that include Arts and Crafts, Cooking, Science, Nature crafts and special themed activities. Everyday campers will have the chance to cool off on our 20ft water slide!

OTHER CAMP INFO: Travel to local recreational sites such as Adventureland, Splish Splash, Fire Island, and participate in activities at Paintball, escape room, Urban Air, Sky Zone, Wild Play, Top Golf, Rock Climbing, and so much more with our Graduate Travel Program for kids in grades 6-8

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Program begins June 26 and runs through August 25

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Many positions open - contact us at jobs[AT]campus-camps.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Our oceanfront facilities include a large indoor swimming pool, a roof-top children's play area, indoor basketball court, and an outdoor tennis court.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Shorefront YM-YWHA Day Camp provides a fun-filled summer experience for children ages 3 to 14. Ideally located on the Boardwalk in Brighton Beach, the experienced staff provides a safe & nurturing environment for your children. Kosher lunches and snacks are provided daily. Exciting activities include beach outings, sports, swimming lessons in the Olympic sized indoor pool, arts & crafts, dance, singing, drama, thrilling trips, special events and much more!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We accept 1199 and scholarships are available!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Year-round Programs.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
The 2017 Summer Camp starts on June 29 and ends on August 18. Please visit our website for session dates, pricing, & more!

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
For all summer jobs info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.shorefronty.org.

CAMP FACILITIES: Each camp has its own waterfront with a fleet of canoes, kayaks, rowboats, and paddle boats that offers a wide variety of waterfront activities. Athletic facilities include a blacktop area, 2 sports fields, an archery range, rock climbing wall (real rock!), and challenge course. For indoor activities, each camp has a recreation hall and an arts and crafts cabin.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our summer camps are accredited by the American Camp Association(ACA). What does this mean? It shows that we have undergone a thorough review of our operation to maintain accreditation. ACA camps must meet up to 300 standards for health, safety and program quality. These benchmarks are recognized as standards of the camp community. Accreditation is voluntary; our accreditation reflects our commitment to maintaining industry standards. For more information about ACA visit their website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.acacamps.org

With a variety of day camp programs for 5-16 yr olds and sleep-away camp programs for 8-17 yr olds, the YMCA truly offers something for everyone.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Please see our website: Our Camp Website Link: www.ymcagbc.org

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Please see our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.ymcagbc.org.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): For family camp info, please see our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.ymcagbc.org.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For complete info, please see our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.ymcagbc.org.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Hiring for Summer Camp 2018 has begun!  The YMCA of Greater Bergen County operates summer day and resident camps in Harriman State Park, NY every summer. For Day Camp employment enquiries contact Mary Sullivan, Day Camp Director at msullivan[AT]ymcagbc.org or 201-487-6600 x205. For Resident Camp employment enquiries contact Martin Richards, Resident Camp Director at mrichards[AT]ymcagbc.org or 201-487-6600 x220.

CAMP FACILITIES: This spectacular, private camp facility offers a variety of activities with several sports fields, a gorgeous private lake, a heated swimming pool and a broad range of recreational facilities, including:

Heated Pool
6 Basketball Courts
9 Tennis Courts
2 Soccer Fields
Lacrosse Field
Baseball & Softball Fields
Hockey Rink
Beach Volleyball Court
Archery Range
Dance Studio
Gymnastics Pavilion
Fitness Center
Zip Line
Challenge Course
Nature Trails
Fishing Pond
Arts & Crafts Studios
Ceramics Studio
Lake swimming, canoeing, kayaking & paddle boarding
Abundant outdoor field space for added team-building activities & athletics

Campers will enjoy new, spacious modern cabins, with attached showers and facilities.

Delicious, balanced meals are served in a 5,200 square foot Kitchen & Dining Hall, overlooking sparkling Reflection Lake, with large decks ideal for outdoor dining.

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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: OUR PHILOSOPHY

Camp SAY was established with one goal in mind – to provide children who stutter with a highly immersive and accepting summer camp experience that builds self-confidence and helps children develop the vital communication skills they need to fully express themselves without fear, bullying or ridicule.

Complementing our wide range of exciting traditional camp activities, Camp SAY provides each child with unique experiences that challenge them in a safe way, creating a strong sense of achievement and helping them confidently navigate the unique issues that children who stutter face in the everyday world.

STAFF
The staff is dedicated to creating a safe and accepting environment where every child can find their beautiful and unique voice. Approximately 80% of children return to camp. Parents and campers tell us it’s our staff and unique approach that consistently exceed expectations, making Camp SAY such a rewarding and transformative experience.

We provide an excellent Staff-to-Camper Ratio: With Camp’s leadership team, camp counselors, specialized activities staff and more, our staff-to-camper ratio is 1 staff member for every 2-3 campers. In addition, each bunk is staffed at night with at least 2 counselors for an average of 6-10 campers.

Counselors complete a comprehensive training program to support the social, emotional and physical needs of all our campers. Staff development includes leadership training and extensive information about stuttering, camper health and safety, camp philosophy, policies and procedures and much more. Additionally, Specialized Activities Staff is carefully selected based on their skills and expertise.

ACTIVITIES:
Camp SAY offers an incredible range of activities, including:

Creative Arts
Arts & crafts – including painting, drawing, jewelry making, lanyard and tie-dye

Performing Arts
Dance, dramatic arts, creative writing, playwriting, pottery, singing & songwriting, video production and more.

Land Sports
Baseball, basketball (6 courts), kickball, lacrosse, soccer, softball, tennis (9 all-weather Courts), volleyball, Frisbee and more.

Waterfront Activities
Swimming in a lake and heated swimming pool, as well as canoeing, kayak course, paddleboats, swimming, waterslide, zip-line, and more.

Outdoor
Adventure programs feature hiking and nature walks, rock-climbing walls, campfires (for S’mores and stories), recycling and environmental programs, ropes courses and more.

This spectacular, private camp facility offers a variety of activities with several sports fields, a gorgeous private lake, a heated swimming pool and so much more.
Heated Pool
6 Basketball Courts
9 Tennis Courts
2 Soccer Fields
Lacrosse Field
Baseball & Softball Fields
Hockey Rink
Beach Volleyball Court
Archery Range
Dance Studio
Gymnastics Pavilion
Fitness Center
Zip Line
Challenge Course
Nature Trails
Fishing Pond
Arts & Crafts Studios
Ceramics Studio
Lake swimming, canoeing, kayaking & paddle boarding
Abundant outdoor field space for added team-building activities & athletics

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Tuition and travel are offered on a sliding scale basis so all children can attend Camp SAY. To date, no child has been turned away from Camp SAY due to a family's inability to pay.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Camp offers Family Day where families visit campers, and in addition to welcoming kids & teens who stutter, we also welcome siblings and friends (ages 8-18).

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp SAY is a program of The Stuttering Association for the Young, which also offers year-round Confident Voices after-school & weekend arts programs and Speech Therapy. Learn more at: Our Camp Website Link: www.SAY.org

OTHER CAMP INFO: Meals: Camp SAY provides a wonderfully balanced meal plan with great options that kids will enjoy. In addition to the delicious main meals, we provide tasty snacks at key times during the day. We can accommodate a broad range of food restrictions to ensure that your child’s experience at Camp SAY is truly memorable.

Talented Nursing Team: Your child’s safety and well being is our highest priority. Our camp is staffed by a full-time, on-site registered nurse who can properly dispense any family-provided medications and can access medical specialists as needed.

Traveling to Camp SAY: Campers come from all around the country and abroad. We work closely with families to make each child’s trip to Camp SAY as safe and enjoyable as possible. We schedule a chaperoned flight from the southeast to New York City. Children taking individual flights are welcomed at the gate by camp staff. Upon arrival at the airport, camp staff helps navigate baggage claim, arrange check-in for return flights, and board campers on the bus for a fun trip to Camp SAY.

Our Personalized Approach: In order to fully personalize your child’s camp experience, our team obtains detailed preferences in advance of camp from you and your child – from their activities to seemingly small yet important details. For example, children who have birthdays at Camp SAY are celebrated with a group birthday song and birthday cake.

Amazing Results: Children and teens leave Camp SAY with so many important benefits such as increased confidence, new friendships, greater independence and feeling better prepared to begin the new school year in a very positive way. It’s the reason that 80% of campers return year after year. We offer a comprehensive Parent’s Handbook, with detailed information in many areas such as what to pack and wear, meals and nutrition (our camp provides balanced, healthy and delicious meals and can accommodate special dietary restrictions), transportation, important contact information and so much more.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our Camp SAY 2018 summer season is July 30-August 13

Camp Tuition is $3,175, and tuition and travel is offered on a sliding scale basis.

Please visit our website for complete details at: Our Camp Website Link: www.CampSAY.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Interested in becoming a Camp SAY counselor, please contact Meg[AT]SAY.org

Lear more at: Our Camp Website Link: www.CampSAY.org

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp is run by licensed physical, occupational, and speech therapists. All with experience working with children with special needs.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Theraplay is a sensory gym providing physical, occupational, and speech therapy to children with all abilities. Major insurances accepted.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
6 weeks
July 9 – August 17
9am-12pm
$500/week

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Campers at Blue Dolphin Summer Camp enjoy Arts & Crafts, Basketball, Soccer, other sports, field trips to Museums, Amusement Parks, Swimming, Bowling, Roller skating and more. Visit us at Our Camp Website Link: www.Bluedolphincamp.com for more information. Follow on Facebook at Our Camp Website Link: www.facebook.com

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: 1199 Childcare Fund
T.W.U.
A.C.S./A.C.D.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.Bluedolphincamp.com or contact us at 718-847-6470 for more information on how you can register your child, this camp season for an exciting summer experience.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
If you would like more information or are interested in joining our team, please visit Our Camp Website Link: bluedolphincamp.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Forrestel is located on a sprawling 800 acre farm with a variety of landscape features. Campers enjoy a large number of activities on our fields, streams, woodlands and campground. The buildings include a beautiful 1825 Greek Revival farmhouse, barn complex, eating house, tennis court, indoor arena, many outdoor rings and our campsite with modern shower house and large fire pit. The campers are housed in tent cabins. New in 2014 is our first cabin for the youngest campers located adjacent to the shower house.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Forrestel’s horseback riding programm is a very unique one, which offers 2 programs; Horsemanship 1 and Horsemanship 2.

Our international and local riding counselors are all qualified, experienced and passionate about teaching our campers to ride. The campers are taught on one of Forrestel’s family owned, well schooled horses, who are carefully matched to the child with age, size, ability and experience taken into consideration. Campers also have the option of bringing their own horse/pony with them to camp.

Riding instruction at Forrestel includes structured ring work and cross country riding. Our campers can choose to focus on different areas of their riding which can include; hunt seat equitiation, dressage, eventing, cross country and show jumping.

We also have our speciality horsey activities, which are all firm favourites. They include pony club games, trail riding, trips to the horse pond and overnight, and decorate a horse.

Within our Riding Program we also offer a stable management option, which includes all aspects of horse care from mucking out, trailer safety, preparing for shows, braiding and veterinary care.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CIT training program.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Trail riding, Lesson Program, Girls Riding Weekends, Bed & Breakfast.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website for dates and rates.

CAMP FACILITIES: Campers live in 35 modern, paneled cabins called bunks. Each bunk is equipped with full bathrooms and storage space for each camper's belongings. Four regulation lighted Basketball Courts, Regulation Hockey Rink, Three regulation Baseball/Softball Fields, Regulation Lacrosse Field, Beach Volleyball Court, Two Volleyball Courts, Two heated swimming pools, Two Ga-Ga Courts, Social Hall, Gymnastics, Cooking, Dining Room, Planet West Canteen, Art Barn, Skate Park, Movie Theatre, Dance studio, Rock-climbing Wall/Ropes Course.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: At Timber Lake West, we foster the values of sharing, integrity, responsibility and respect in a friendly, safe and fun environment. Campers learn to value others by being valued themselves. They leave camp with memories that will last a lifetime. It is what Camp was always meant to be. At Timber Lake West, our commitment is to provide the highest level of service and excellence in the camping profession. Constantly innovating and moving forward, Timber Lake West's facilities, program and staff development are second to none. Our camps' mission is to teach children the skills of making and keeping friends, while building their self-esteem, self-confidence and resilience.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership program.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session 1- Sunday June 29, 2014 -Friday July 25, 2014 Session 2 - Sunday July 27, 2014 - Wednesday August 20, 2014.

See website for pricing details.