Best New York Theater Camps Summer 2025-26 Directory

CAMP FACILITIES: Summit has approx. 30 traditional wooden cabins with electric and private facilities in each cabin. Our main buildings include our newly refinished dining hall, air-conditioned recreational hall, our medical facility, and a newly built outdoor pavilion. Summit utilizes three A frame buildings for our arts programs, a wilderness treehouse with camp fire area for cookouts, newly resurfaced basketball/tennis courts, high/low ropes course with climbing wall, heated pool, private lake, nature fields with a farm area, martial arts dojo, go-kart track with 3 karts. Summit has a small amphitheatre adjacent to our lake, with a miraculous view of our beautiful setting where we enjoy swimming, canoeing, and riding our banana boats. Our camp resides on a gently rising hillside, thus providing us with the physical basis for our motto, "The Magic on the Hill."

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Summit Camp is a co-ed sleepaway camp for ages 8-19 years with issues of attention: AD/HD, HFA/Asperger’s Disorder, and/or learning differences. Using the frame of a traditional sleepaway camp, we create platforms of success where our campers can experience outcomes such as improved self-esteem, lasting friendships, and increased independence. This is accomplished through a well-orchestrated and expertly staffed backdrop to a largely traditional camp experience- guided challenges, waterfront, adventure course, and more. It is our goal and desire to take our campers from observing peer interactions to engaging in them, to learn and celebrate their own strengths and successes, and to feel a sense of belonging and shared community with those around them while they are with us.

Our Teen Travel program extends the Summit community to provide a safe yet exciting adventure to one of our many attractive national and international destination tours offering 14 day and 19 day excursions. Summit Weekenders provide a youth-group style social retreat for adolescents to have an oasis of independence, enjoyment, and success during the school year months. Regardless of the specific program, Summit provides an expertly staffed, highly structured, and truly fun experience for our youth, and has been doing so since 1969. Summit is accredited by the American Camp Association and takes pride in our long term commitment to and successes in working with special needs youth.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our Transitions to Adult Living Skills program for youth aged 15-19 provides learning and vocational opportunities for our teens. We also have vocational programs for upper camp including, big brother/big sister, waiter/waitressing, working in a specialty area or as UL assistant, photography, and more. Our SUPER TEEN program focuses on building the executive function and daily living skills OUR kids needs to succeed as independently as possible.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Summit provides weekender programs in metropolitan areas throughout the country which run from Friday evening until Sunday mid-day that provide an oasis of social involvement for our youth. NY/NJ and DC/VA weekenders meet on a monthly basis.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Summit has the following resident summer staff in addition to our dual layer of counselors and specialists. • Team of senior directorship including a Master's of Education, licensed social worker, counseling psychologist, and school psychologist. • On site Physician and group of RN's for excellent medication management and treatment on site. • Head counselor who has been a proud member of the Summit community since 1983. We pride ourselves on our ongoing support and training of our staff and our phenomenal return rate of excellent seasonal staff who help us orchestrate and bring the magic to our youth year after year.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Ongoing information can be found on our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.summitcamp.com
Travel Tours 2018: Southeast Theme Parks; San Francisco and Hawaii; Disney Alaskan Cruise

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We would love to hear from interested applicants! We are looking for staff 20+ years of age. Counselors have prior experience working with our populations and are looking for a unique opportunity to develop skills and experience in the best setting, with the best supervision, available!

Our specialty teams include waterfront, arts, performing arts, adventure, nature, science, computers, athletics, and go-karting.

We are looking for specialty teachers that have experience leading youth and instructing others in their given area.

Please contact Leah Love, MS, leahl[AT]summitcamp.com, with interest in working for us. You may have never considered a special needs camp program- but let us show you why working for us may be the summer of a lifetime!

CAMP FACILITIES: -26 acres of woodland property on the north shore of the Long Island Sound -¼ mile beach-front property for swimming, sailing, canoeing, beach volleyball and camp fires -Outdoor swimming pool -Archery range -Challenge Course – high and low ropes -St Luke’s Chapel -Arts and Crafts classroom -Nature hut and fire pit -Basketball courts -Playing fields -Softball field -Father John Davis Dining Hall -Meeting Hall -Nature trails and camp fire pits

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp DeWolfe is a place where young people are encouraged to be themselves, to grow in their Christ-like identity, to explore their God-given gifts and to enjoy making friends in a picturesque beach and waterfront setting.

EXPLORER CAMP (ages 7-11): July 5th – July 10th 2015 $595 per one-week session (Early Bird $495 before March 1st) A great way to introduce your child to camp! A 6 day camp designed for new elementary campers with taster sessions in activity areas including archery, swimming, and arts. Evening programs and Christian Formation sessions are tailored for new campers to make new friends and learn about God in a safe, fun and outdoor environment.

DISCOVERY CAMP (ages 8-12): July 12th – July 24th 2015 $1190 per two-week session (Early Bird $995 before March 1st) An engaging and energetic two-week camp for elementary youth to participate in a range of activities and programs on the Long Island Sound. Campers will be able to explore nature and build friendships, through interactive activities that center on God’s love and grace.

ADVENTURE CAMP (ages 12-15): July 26th – August 7th 2015 $1190 per two-week session (Early Bird $995 before March 1st) OR NEW July 26th - August 14th 2015 $1495 per three-week session (Early Bird $1295 before March 1st) A two-week or three-week camp program for middle school youth to enjoy a place apart from the busy world and to experience God’s love through nature, community, and challenge. Opportunities to develop skills in activities including sailing, wilderness skills and swimming. Christian Formation programs are designed to encourage youth to discover their faith in an open and caring environment.

DAY CAMP: July 7th – August 14th 2015: Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm $250 per five-day session (must register in five-day session periods) A new Christian Day Camp for campers ages 7 – 14 to be able to enjoy God’s creation in the outdoor beach setting and make new friendships in a safe community. Opportunities to try swimming, sailing, kayaking, canoeing, arts, sports and more! 5-day sessions are by age for safety and supervision.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: LIT - Leaders in Training - 5 week program for high school students.

LEADERSHIP IN TRAINING (LIT) (ages 15-17): July 12th – August 14th 2015 $1700 per five-week session (must attend all weeks) A challenging and advanced camp for high school youth to be empowered to discover their God-given potential and to grow in community. Opportunities to facilitate and lead a day camp program, master activity areas, develop new skills, and live out faith in practical and service-centred ways. Programs include Adventure Challenge workshops, solo reflection, and Christian Formation sessions that encourage youth to find true identity in God and learn how to lead others to Christ.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Up to 50% scholarships for youth from Episcopal Churches.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Year-Round Retreat Center; Winter Camp; Service Saturdays Fall and Spring Program.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Check out Our Camp Website Link: www.campdewolfe.org for more info!

CAMP FACILITIES: Each of our cabins is equipped with complete bathrooms/ showers, electricity, porches and plenty of space. (No bunk beds!) Cabins are designed to hold between 5-8 campers with a minimum of 3 staff members living in each cabin so that we can maintain our 2:1 camper counselor ratio.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Located along a secluded nine-mile lake in the Adirondacks of New York State is a private/ independent seven-week residential camp for 130 children from across the United States and around the world. Camp Northwood is oriented toward children with low self-esteem, immature social skill development, high functioning autism, Asperger's Syndrome and learning challenges in need of a structured and supportive, socially therapeutic summer experience. Northwood's program, developed and supervised by an outstanding staff of special educators, focuses on the development of independence, social skills, self-image and the maintenance of academic skills.

Each Northwood camper participates in a fully non-competitive, socially oriented, main-streamed styled camp program. A camper/ counselor ratio of 2:1 provides a high level of individualization at activities and in the cabin setting insuring success. In addition to traditional camp activities, each child participates in an individually designed academic program intended to help maintain current skill levels throughout the summer season. Northwood campers are exposed to a variety of social experiences designed to foster age-appropriate social skill development. Group social skill sessions and constant reinforcement within the cabin setting cultivate growth in each camper's ability to work as part of a team, interpret social situations and feel a sense of inclusion in the camp community.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 3 - August 20, 2019 $11,325
July 3 - August 3, 2019 $9,300
For additional information please contact our office or visit our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.nwood.com OR Facebook at: Our Camp Website Link: www.facebook.com

CAMP FACILITIES: The Mark Morris Dance Center is equipped with 7 column-free studios which range in size from 430 to 3,600 sqft with wood-sprung floors and spacious dressing rooms with lockers and showers. The Dance Center also offers a wellness center with physical therapy, massage, and pilates reformer, a 140-seat performance space, plus 2 outdoor terraces. It has become a haven, a society of dancing, and a community enterprise for people of all ages and abilities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Broadway Experience is an international musical theatre program designed to create and inspire triple threat performers. Students undergo an intense, disciplined study of dance, voice, and acting with current Broadway professionals and incredible master teachers. Students become stronger, versatile, and more dynamic performers, preparing themselves for a professional career at the highest level.

From the advanced beginner to the young professional, TBE creates a synergy between training and the professional world where excellence is expected. Minimum age requirement is 11 years of age. The Pro level is for college age students or young professionals who want to continue their triple threat musical theatre training at the highest level and make valuable connections for the future culminating in a filmed showcase in 1080 HD.

We aim to find the most passionate and dedicated musical theatre students and a great deal of care is taken in placing each and every one. We strongly believe students should be challenged in a positive and nurturing environment and not overwhelmed by incorrect placement.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: There are a limited number of scholarships available and are awarded based upon financial need. If you are interested in applying, you or your parent(s) or guardian should include a letter accompanying your application stating your financial circumstances. We also require a copy of your tax returns from the last two years.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Now accepting electronic applications. A completed application includes online application form, headshot, recorded audition, and an application fee of $25. Please see our website for full details, Our Camp Website Link: www.thebroadwayexperience.com and click on AUDITION and APPLICATION.

Recorded auditions: Please provide a URL link to a video hosting website or a DVD of your recorded audition and include:

- A dance combination or individual exercises showing line, jumps, and turns. You may also submit a performance or routine if it meets these requirements.
- 32 to 64 bars of a musical theatre song of your choice.

Monologues or readings will not be required.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
NYC 2015 summer intensive: August 10 - 22, 2015

Fee: $2100 including all tuition, two Broadway shows, and a catered lunch every day.

CAMP FACILITIES: Silver Lake is a picturesque camp, situated on over 300 acres of rolling green hills with a 96-acre private lake. Since opening in 2004, we have been busy improving and upgrading all of our facilities. During that time we have built all new bunks and renovated our basketball, tennis, and volleyball courts. We have also expanded our facilities over the past few summers by adding a new soccer field, "Monster" baseball field, skate park, Pool, and brand new state of the art Gymnastics Facility.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Michael and Shari Baer, owners of Camp Chipinaw, established Silver Lake in 2004 as a session camp that allowed campers to attend for 3, 4, or 7 weeks. Silver Lake incorporates all of the traditions, activities, and spirit of Chipinaw… but does it twice each summer! Simply put, we want to provide campers with the opportunity to go to camp for a shorter amount of time and still get the "full camp" experience.

With state of the art facilities and over 50 activities to choose from, Silver Lake offers a warm family feel. Sports, Arts, Adventure, Digital Media, and Water Sports are just some of the many programs campers can choose from. Fly on our flying trapeze, flip into the foam pit in our newly built gymnastics center, horseback ride through one of our many trails, or waterski on our 96 acre lake, Silver Lake has something for everyone!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
FIRST SESSION: Camp Begins Sunday, June 28th, 2020 Visiting Day Sunday, July 19th, 2018
Last Day Sunday, July 22nd, 2020
Cost: $8150

SECOND SESSION: Camp Begins Sunday, July 26th, 2020 Last Day Sunday, August 16th, 2020
Cost: $5950

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camps Chipinaw & Silver Lake are looking for motivated students to join our staff for the 2018 summer season. We are looking for general counselors as well as specialty counselors in areas such as: sports, many different arts & crafts, lifeguards, boat drivers, digital arts, horseback, adventure, theatre, and many many more.

Spend two months in the beautiful Catskill Mountains of NY teaching and being a role model to campers between the ages of 7-16. Full room and board provided plus competitive salary.

Apply online at Our Camp Website Link: www.chipinaw.com or call us at 954-227-7700. Dates - 6/22/20 – 8/16/20

CAMP FACILITIES: Performance area, swimming pool, and more via studio space and community centers.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Best Performing Arts Programs in the National Capital Area! Founded in 2008, all programs directed by DC & NYC acting pros.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Ages 14-17 ask about our Teens "Behind-the-Scenes" program.

College internships available.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: For more information regarding Scholarships or Financial Aid please email statement of need to info[AT]moonlitwings.org.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family and friends are invited to watch a performance on the final day of camp!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Short Play Festival
Variety Shows
Talent Competitions
Community Play/Musical
Year-Round Acting Classes
Spring Break Camp
Summer Camp
Winter Break Camp
Special Events during Holiday Weekends

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Various dates and locations are available June through August. Don't get stuck on the wait-list, register today and get in the summer spotlight!

Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.moonlitwings.org for details.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Learn about working for Moonlit Wings at Our Camp Website Link: www.moonlitwings.org.

Teaching Artists interested in instructing at Performing Arts Camp in the summer or year-round programs can send resumes to info[AT]moonlitwings.org.

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: D.P.F 4-H Camp is 140 acre residential camp and working farm located on the majestic Long Island Sound.

Friendly atmosphere with Basketball, Volleyball and Tennis Courts. Performing arts stage and building, woods art studio and Home feel rustic cabins. Check out our Virtual Tour on our website.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our camp programs Archery, Arts& Crafts, cooking, dance, drama, a working farm, outdoor adventures, outdoor cooking, Magic, Sports and Recreation, Environmental sciences, rocketry, self defense, fishing, sewing, swimming.
Campers will gain confidence as they pursue success on our High Ropes Challenge Course. The 35 foot rock wall, zip lines, vertical playpen and platforms that allows campers to build success and confidence as they pursue each element. The Equestrian program is a half day, week long program of instruction and riding. It is a introduction for those who have never worked around horses or will complement any outside riding experience you have.
In-depth programs are super soccer, I Hear "Music", Counselor in training, Equestrian, and High Ropes climbing adventure. Our Camp is celebrating it 96th year and we are proudly the oldest 4-H Camp in New York State.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Counselor in Training (CIT) The DPF 4-H camp CIT program is designed for teens 16 years of age. You will needed to apply for this program with a CIT application. To get application please call 516-433-7970 ext 11

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Camperships are offered are for partial support toward one camp session and are based on family needs for Nassau County Residents. For an application, call 516-433-7970 ext 11. Deadline applies

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Every year we have Family camp weekend. Each year it is a different theme. The family can take part in the camp program or just use the camp as a place to stay and see the best of Long Island.

We also host an Alumni weekend for everyone to come join back in the fun from over 95 years of tradition.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The camp is open for rental groups and school groups and organizations. We offer Environmental program, High and Low rope, nutrition program, farm and animal programs, Kayaking, horse back riding and Archery program.

We also have year round 4-H programs with a lot of fields to explore and grow in. Please contact the office with any additional questions.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Experience sleep-away camp while staying close to home.
We also offer Mini Camp For a shorter or sample experience of all the great things camp offers.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Available Camp Jobs: Camp Counselors, Program Staff including Sports, Arts and Crafts, Dance, Horseback Riding, Nature and Farm. Lifeguards, Office Staff, RN's, Kitchen Staff, and Maintenance.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Backpacks and Binoculars teaches children how to explore the world - the one around them and the world at large. We partner with parents to develop healthy, well-rounded children who become excited about serving their community and learning about the world. Throughout the year, our explorers experience different cultures while learning important insights and skills that prepare them to be caring, responsible citizens of a global community. Our explorers learn to value both the similarities and differences between themselves and others. They also participate in many exciting excursions carefully crafted to engage, excite, and explore.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Early Bird Specials from December 1-31st!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Backpacks and Binoculars also hosts an Afterschool program and School Break Camps for school aged and preschool students!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For more information on our exciting camp schedule and tuition, please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.explorerkids.us

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Backpacks and Binoculars is always accepting applications for Summer Camp counselors, Afterschool counselors, and School Break Camp counselors. Applications can be sent to info[AT]backpacksandbinoculars.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: All our facilities are newly renovated. We have a private lake, 2 heated swimming pools, large indoor spaces, new arts and crafts/fine arts facilities, fitness center, ball fields, and new dining room.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We are a traditional camp where we offer a combination of group centered activities, and elective programs.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CIT Program - Entering 11th Grade.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Full season (6 weeks): $9375 June 27 - August 7 Half season (3 weeks): $5775 Session 1: June 27 - July 17 Session 2: July 18 - Aug 7

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
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Compensation: $1400 - $2000 Plus Travel Expense, Room & Board

Positions: Tennis, High and Low Ropes Course, Outdoor Adventure (mountain biking, hiking, camping, etc.) Gymnastics, Water-Skiing, Life-guarding (WSI), Theatre, Arts and Crafts (wood working, ceramics, jewelry, rocketry), Roller Hockey, Lacrosse, Baseball, Softball, Basketball, Soccer, Archery, Media (web design, video, yearbook, newspaper), and more....

Description: Iroquois Springs, located just 90 miles from New York City, is a co-ed residential camp in the Lower Catskill Mountains for boys and girls between the ages of 7 and 16.

If you are an energetic and motivated person with a love for children and working in an outdoor and energetic environment sounds rewarding, our summer team may be the right fit for you!

Iroquois Springs is a safe, fun filled environment for children looking to experience the magic camp has to offer while creating positive memories that will shape each child’s future. Iroquois Springs is simply an extraordinary place for children!

Located just 90 miles from New York City, our location is outstanding, and your experience will be second to none!

How to Apply: Our Camp Website Link: www.iroquoissprings.com (click on “Our Staff”) or Call 1.877.700.5354

Contact Person: Gary Ross, Staffing Coordinator
gary[AT]iroquoissprings.com

IROQUOIS SPRINGS
PO BOX 20126
DIX HILLS, NY 11746

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have an amazing CIT program for children going into 8th grade through 10th

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Camp Starts from June 30 to August 22

CAMP FACILITIES: Six camper villages with cabins, lake for boating & swimming, athletic fields, volleyball & basketball courts, archery range, high ropes course, water trampoline, program buildings for fine and performing arts, dining pavilion, hiking trails.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camper choose activities daily with the guidance of counselors. Small, caring camp community that appreciates the uniqueness of each camper. Please visit website for details. 2, 4, 6 or 8 week sessions. Transportation provided from designated locations in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Monday to Friday sleep-away camp and home on the weekends for family time!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Two year CIT program campers entering 11 and 12 grades.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Flexible payment schedules are offered.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camper weeks from June 27 to August 19, 2016. Please visit website for specific dates and tuition and lots of information and photos!

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Please visit the staff link on our website at:  Our Camp Website Link: www.campuskids.com.

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.

CampSAY.org

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 FACILITIES: Campers stay in secure, clean, modern corridor-style residence halls dedicated to summer campers. Males and females are housed in separate buildings. When not in class or practice, students have lots of fun participating in a variety of recreational activities including outdoor games like "Capture the Flag" and "Ultimate Frisbee," indoor games, movies, visits to a nearby lake for picnics and campfires, hikes, relaxing and socializing at the village Coffee House and each camp closes with a farewell party the last night of their camp.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Each building is staffed by a Head Camp Counselor and 4 camp counselors who are are specially trained to serve as positive role models, mentors and friends. They provide out-of-classroom supervision throughout the week.

Our programs are staffed by distinguished members of the Alfred University faculty and advanced graduate students. Our sports camps are run by our head sports coaches who have all won distinguished awards in their sport. With Alfred University's excellence in teaching and coaching, along with their commitment to offering quality programming, these are among the most educational and fun summer programs in the country.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): At the end of our Equestrian camps there are shows put on for parents to enjoy the last day of camps. Check our website for specific information.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Cafeteria-style meals are served in the University's dining hall. Our Dining Service chefs do an excellent job in accommodating campers with food allergies and any other special requirements.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Check out our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.alfred.edu where you will find detailed information about all of our summer programs and access the online application. You can also view our Summer Camp video.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 16 updated bunks (with bathrooms and showers), two large swimming pools, a HUGE waterpark-style waterslide, air conditioned indoor facilities, sports fields, renovated basketball and tennis courts, gaga pits and so much more!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Refer to Our Camp Website Link: www.cyjsproutlake.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Refer to our website

Our Camp Website Link: www.cyjsproutlake.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Please refer to our website for job descriptions and openings, at Our Camp Website Link: www.cyjsproutlake.org.

CAMP FACILITIES: At Saint Stephen of Hungary, KING utilizes the gym, cafeteria, and a number of classrooms for indoor activities each day.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Kids in the Game Summer Camps are accredited by the American Camp Association. Kids in the Game Summer Camps are designed for girls and boys entering Pre-K4 through 8th grade in the fall. The campers are divided into small groups for athletic instruction according to skill level, previous experience, and age. Campers will also participate in larger group games and activities throughout the day.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Partial Scholarships & Family Discounts Available

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session 1: Jul 02 - Jul 06
Session 2: Jul 09 - Jul 13
Session 3: Jul 16 - Jul 20
Session 4: Jul 23 - Jul 27
Session 5: Jul 30 - Aug 03
Session 6: Aug 06 - Aug 10

Please visit our website, Our Camp Website Link: www.kidsinthegame.com for more information.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are looking to fill roles from counselors, to Division Leaders, to Assistant Directors. For more information or to apply, contact info[AT]kidsinthegame.com

CAMP FACILITIES: We are located on the grounds of an old mansion turned independent school in St.James, NY. Our campus includes over 11 acres of fields and playgrounds, a pool, and outdoor classroom pond center. Our building includes many air conditioned classrooms used for activities and classes throughout the day.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Please visit our website at WWW.CAMPHARBOR.ORG for more information about all the Camp Harbor has to offer!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The majority of our camp staff is chosen from graduates of our two year CIT program for students entering 9th and 10th grades. 9th Graders are placed in groups and learn how to manage the campers, the schedule, and the various trials and tribulations of any job. They also take a weekly class with our CIT coordinator. Those CIT's entering 10th grade enjoy added responsibility and leadership opportunities and have a weekly class with the Director of Summer Programs, during which they learn job skills such as resume building, interview skills, and public speaking.

All CIT's receive certifications in CPR, First Aid, and Babysitting through the Red Cross.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer a variety of discounts including Leap Frog (previous year's prices if registered/paid before Feb. 1st), Early Bird (registered/paid before April 24th), and Sibling (off of each additional child enrolled after the first camper for each week they are enrolled together).

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We have several activities for the families as well as for our campers. We have a large camp BBQ at the end of the season that includes food, music, a talent show, and presentations from the the various activities that the campers enjoy everyday (Music, Nature, Soccer, etc.). We also have three "Date Nights", Friday nights during the summer where parents can drop off the kids for the evening and enjoy discounts at local restaurants!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We are an educationally based camp serving campers for over 20 years. Our daily schedule includes:

2 Swim Session (Instructional and Recreational)
Music
Arts & Crafts
Nature
Games
Soccer
Basketball
Lacrosse
Tennis
Weekly Field Days
Weekly Contests
A multi-faceted Workshop Program
& Much More!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our 2014 season runs the 7 weeks between June 30th and August 15th (closed Friday, July 4th). Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.campharbor.org for more information about sessions, dates, and fees!

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: Schechter Westchester has state of the art facilities on a lovely campus. The modern facilities are fully air conditioned and include: smart boards in the classrooms, a music room, a large art room, library, science labs, expansive fields for sports and a large gymnasium.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Challenge Camp is celebrating its 38th year of offering summer enrichment learning opportunities for bright and curious children. We are dedicated to providing meaningful opportunities for children to realize their intellectual and personal potential. Challenge Camp is an ACA accredited camp located on a picturesque campus in Hartsdale, New York. We offer over 100 courses ranging from architecture to chess to cooking to magic to model rocketry to video production and many options in between. There are also sports options as part of the Afternoon Challenge as we encourage students to challenge both their mind and body.

Inspiring curiosity through our dynamic staff and innovative classes. Courses are designed to stimulate imagination and creativity. Please visit our website to learn more about our innovative program.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have a CIT program.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.challengecamps.com for additional information.

CAMP FACILITIES: Outdoor cabins, pool, dining hall, playgrounds, pristine lake for swimming, boating and fishing.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We offer swimming, team and individual sports, outdoor education, hiking and camping, a reading enrichment center, science discovery workshop, high and low ropes course, chess, arts, crafts, drama, dancing, canoeing, boating, kayaking and more!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership program.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships are available on sliding scale basis. A Reduced Fee application required.

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

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Ramapo for Children offers college students a valuable and highly unique summer job experience through one of our programs: Camp Ramapo. Ramapo runs one of the few residential summer camps that specifically serves children with social, emotional, and learning challenges. At our camp, staff members believe that all children want to succeed, and embrace the challenges of working with special needs children. Many of our staff alumni describe their work at Ramapo as having been a formative experience, and have gone on to be teachers, psychologists, social workers, organization directors, and even founders of national service nonprofits.

Camp Ramapo has a one-to-one staff-to-camper ratio that not only helps children who need more supervision and support, but also provides staff members with the intensive, hands-on experience that they need to grow professionally.

Staff members receive the same state-of-the-art training that we provide to teachers and other youth-service professionals already working in the field. This training equips them with practical techniques to build positive relationships, create supportive environments for children with special needs, and grow to become leaders in the field.
Intensive, evidence-informed training on our Ramapo Approach, which is sought out by educators, school leaders, youth workers and caregivers around the world

Daily interaction with children who face varying degrees of social, emotional and learning challenges

A network of people within Ramapo for Children’s community, which includes year-round staff members, trainers, board members and counselor alumni, many of whom have gone on to pursue careers in education, social work and psychology

Free room and board on our 250-acre campus plus summer stipend and travel reimbursement

Up to six credits through an on-site college course, “Fieldwork in Special Education”

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Create and perform an original mini-musical...in just five days! Each week, campers write, rehearse and perform a completely unique mini-musical based on the assigned theme for that camp. Professional Teaching Artists direct scenes and musical numbers from TADA!'s mainstage musicals and Broadway/Off-Broadway shows.

OTHER CAMP INFO: WEEK-LONG CAMP DAILY SCHEDULE:
9:00 - 9:30 a.m. - Flexible Drop-Off
9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Core Camp Hours (Please note: Fridays for the 6-8 camp end at 1:30 p.m.)

Friday, 1:00 - 1:30 p.m. - Final Sharing for ages 6-8 camp

Friday, 2:00 - 2:30 p.m. - Final Sharing for ages 9-14 & UWS camp

2:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. - Afternoon Adventures (optional extended day program for an additional cost. Monday-Thursday only. Details below).

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
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CAMP FACILITIES: Each location offers its own unique facilities. New York City itself is the world's greatest sound stage. The Los Angeles campus enable students to film on actual backlots. Other camp facilities include: dormitories, dining hall, classrooms, sound stages, and edit labs.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: New York Film Academy offers hands-on summer camps designed for individuals of all experiences and levels. Students are immersed from day one in their chosen craft and will work closely with other passionate students. Please visit our website to request more information or apply!

OTHER CAMP INFO: Our summer camps are like no other in the world. The New York Film Academy is proud to have educated the sons and daughters of Hollywood luminaries like Steven Spielberg, Martin Scorsese, Al Pacino, Robert Downey Jr., Jamie Foxx, Jodie Foster, Kevin Kline, Pierce Brosnan, Susan Sarandon, and others. Enroll your son or daughter today!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Programs available to teens, ages 14-17, include Filmmaking, Acting for Film, 3D Animation, Game Design. Screenwriting, Photography, Musical Theatre, Broadcast Journalism, Music Video, Documentary Filmmaking, and Graphic Design, spanning from 1 to 6 weeks in length.

Programs available to kids, ages 10-13, include Filmmaking, Acting for Film, Musical Theatre, Photography, 3D Animation, and Game Design. Kids programs are offered in 1 or 2-week camps throughout the summer season. All programs are coed. Room and board is an additional fee for teen programs. Housing is not provided for kids camps. Please check our website for details on all courses, locations, dates, and tuition.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have a beautiful 600 seat theater, an Olympic sized swimming pool, outdoor tennis courts, outdoor basketball courts and much more.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We hire 10th grade CITs (counselors in training) who get to be involved in activities as a camper while learning how to be a leader through directing, choreographing and running activities.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We run a youth theater company year round. The Junior Company for 1st - 6th grade and the Senior Company for 7th - 12th grade.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For complete camp info, please refer to camp[AT]syjcc.org.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We hire 10th grade CITs (counselors in training) who get to be involved in activities as a camper while learning how to be a leader through directing, choreographing and running activities. 

CAMP FACILITIES: Facilities vary depending on location.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The mission of US Performing Arts Camps is to promote and develop the growth of performing artists in America.

US Performing Arts Camps is considered the premier top tier summer program for training young people in the arts. Our programs are taught by the university or college departments and their professional faculty and guest professionals in their fields.

US Performing Arts offers programs in Animation, Computer Animation, Costume design, Directing, Film-making (including 4K High-definition), Dance, Hip Hop Dance, Musical Theater, Play-writing, Sit Com Writing, Sit Com Acting, Singing, Voice-over work for animation, movies and games, and we started the first College Audition Boot Camps for high school students.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: A limited number of partial scholarships are available through US Performing Arts. US Performing Arts will also work with parents on payment plans.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: College Audition Boot Camp for High School Seniors held in October-November.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Programs typically run June to August. Dates vary by program. Please see our website for specific program dates, or call our office at (888) 497-3553.

CAMP FACILITIES: At Blessed Sacrament, King utilizes the gym, cafeteria, a number of classrooms, and the auditorium for indoor activities each day. In addition, we also utilize the newly renovated space underneath the church, which is another large space for games and activities during camp.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Kids in the Game Summer Camps are accredited by the American Camp Association. Kids in the Game Summer Camps are designed for girls and boys entering Pre-K4 through 8th grade in the fall. The campers are divided into small groups for athletic instruction according to skill level, previous experience, and age. Campers will also participate in larger group games and activities throughout the day.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Partial Scholarships & Family Discounts Available.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session 1: Jun 25 - Jun 29
Session 2: Jul 02 - Jul 06
Session 3: Jul 09 - Jul 13
Session 4: Jul 16 - Jul 20
Session 5: Jul 23 - Jul 27
Session 6: Jul 30 - Aug 03
Session 7: Aug 06 - Aug 10

Please visit our website Our Camp Website Link: www.kidsinthegame.com for more information.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are looking to fill roles from counselors, to Division Leaders, to Assistant Directors. For more information or to apply, contact info[AT]kidsinthegame.com.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 19 rustic open air cabins, dining hall, fencing pavilion, outdoor basketball courts, rustic amphitheater, and a pristine lake for swimming."

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: At ADK philosophy runs through every decision we make. We aspire to extraordinary things, in our traditional summer camp and in our campers, and that message is pervasive and contagious.

Simply put, a well-grounded philosophy will distinguish the great camp from a good camp. At our boys and girls camp we espouse a holistic approach to reduce the fragmentation that exists in young lives and empower our campers to be less busy, less formally structured, less overtly competitive, more committed to meaningful moments and attentive to the wonder that surrounds them.

Our objective is to present opportunities that build into a series of personal accomplishments that accumulate during the time they are with us. The goal is that they return from our summer camp for kids with bold hearts and strong character and that we will have made such a difference in their young lives.

And yet–conversely–despite our careful efforts and thoughtful organization, we strive to make all this “scaffolding” invisible. We know that beyond the incredible activities and instruction at our kids overnight camp, it’s the time in between that really matters. That it’s bunk life, mealtime goofiness, camping sleepovers and just luxuriating in the simple pleasures of summer–that imprint enduring memories. When our alums visit, our biggest complement is when they tell us that nothing’s changed.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Full Session June 28th - August 20th $11,200
Session One June 28th - July 25th $6,725
Session Two July 26th - August 20th 6,725

Two week sessions for first time campers age 7 -9 $4,150
6/28 - 7/11
7/12 - 7/25
7/26 - 8/8
8/9 - 8/20

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Open Job Positions:

Tennis Staff
Sailing Staff
Kayak Staff
Wilderness Trip Staff
Male Kitchen Staff

Please contact the camp for complete jobs info.