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Camp & Summer Program Directory 2010

Connecticut Parent Magazine's Camp Resource Guide (CRG) will be featured in the March 2010 issue. Click on the camp names below to get an exclusive look at the respective write-ups in the CRG.

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CAMP ADVISORY SERVICES     back to top

ACA New England
80 Westview Street
Lexington, MA02421
866-534-CAMP
781-541-6080
www.acane-camps.org

DAY PROGRAMS     back to top

Academy of Our Lady of Mercy
Lauralton Hall

200 High Street
Milford, CT 06460
(203) 877-2786
www.lauraltonhall.org
Open to students ages 6 and up, Lauralton Hall presents Summer @ Lauralton. Participants will experience quality, educational, fun workshops and engage in diverse activites on the beautiful campus. Art, sports, science and more, even cooking! Sessions from July through August.

Audubon Arts Summer Program
Neighborhood Music School

100 Audubon Street
New Haven, CT 06510
(203) 624-5189, ext. 26
www.nmsmusicschool.org
Open your child’s mind with fun & enriching arts experiences! Singing, drama, arts, music & performances. Program runs June 28-August 6. Enroll for 6-wk or 3-wk sessions. For children entering kindergarten through 12th grade. 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Extended day available for all ages.

Audubon Greenwich
613 Riversville Road
Greenwich, CT 06831
(203) 869-5272
http://greenwich.audubon.org
Audubon Greenwich’s 290-acre sanctuary is an ideal place for children (Grades K-9) to explore nature and learn about the environment. Memorable experiences include fun-filled hikes, games, crafts and hands-on activities! One week sessions from June 28-Aug. 13. All details online.

Aux 3 Pommes
35 Boston Street, Guilford, CT 06437
(203) 458-2342
979 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511
(203) 773-0616
www.aux3pommes.com 
Foreign language program for children and adults encouraging a love of foreign languages through a multi-sensory approach. In summer, we take it outside the classroom and offer 6 fun-filled weeks of camp. Summer classes for all ages and levels. Ongoing adult enrollment; French and Spanish.

Avon Valley Summer Riding Program
595 Waterville Road
Avon, CT 06004
(860) 677-5260
www.avonvalleyshowstables.com
Program is designed for girls and boys ages 4-15. Students will receive daily instruction in English riding on our friendly, trustworthy horses. Our instructors will assist students as they gain skills on horseback and in activities involving basic horse care.

Berlitz Kids® Summer Camp
Stamford: 1-800-818-5716
West Hartford: 1-800-704-9480
Westport: 1-877-733-5272
www.berlitz.us/summercamp
Your child will have fun and learn a new language at the same time with the Berlitz Summer Camp program. We offer all the educational advantages Berlitz is famous for in a fun, engaging curriculum specially designed for children. Your child will make real progress and have a great time!

Camp Create-A-Summer
Solomon Schechter Day School
26 Buena Vista Road
West Hartford, CT 06107
(860) 561-0700
www.campcreateasummer.com
For children entering preschool 3 through 8th gr. A uniquely personalized experience. Campers can explore a variety of new activities or focus on refining skills. Do your children want to improve their game by working with a professional coach? Learn an instrument? There’s a camp for that . . .

Camp Playland
Redding Campus:
Richard Bloom (203) 438-1711
New Canaan Campus: Gary Bloom (203) 966-2937
www.campplayland.com
“The day camp with the away camp atmosphere”
Family owned and operated since 1957. Mature staff, beautiful facilities, outstanding programs. Swimming, sports, archery, nature, arts & crafts, music, drama, ropes course, tennis & more. Ages 3-12. Transportation provided.

Chase Collegiate School
565 Chase Parkway
Waterbury, CT 06708
(203) 236-9532
summer@chasemail.org
Five programs: Camp Highlander, 7-week theme-based day camp, 5-14 years; Discovery Days, 3 and 4 year olds; Academic Courses; week-long specialty camps; sports clinics; and nationally recognized Camp Invention science camp. Mix and match classes, sports clinics and camps.

Cheshire Nursery School
200 Mansion Road
Cheshire, CT 06410
(203) 272-5435
www.TheCheshireNurserySchool.com
Summer program features literacy, science, art, music and plenty of outdoor games & water play. Air-conditioned school, acres of outdoor space. Director has over 35 years experience; all-professional staff. 2-week sessions in July & August for ages 3-6. Maximum enrollment 16 per session.

Chester Hill Farm Summer Riding Program
Located in Trumbull, off Rte. 108
(203) 637-2253
ridingahorse@gmail.com
Come have fun and ride with us! We offer a weekly summer program, June-August, for ages 5-17, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. No experience necessary! For a brochure or more information contact Patricia at 203-637-2253 or Elke at 917-553-4961.

The Children’s Museum Summer Science Camp
950 Trout Brook Drive
West Hartford, CT 06119
(860) 231-2830, ext. 44
www.TheChildrensMuseumCT.org
Summer sizzles with week long fun and educational programs for children entering grades 1-6. Each week is enriched by live animal demonstrations, science projects, planetarium shows, crafts, games, museum exploration, outdoor activities and more. Full-day & half-day options available.

Connecticut Science Center Exploration Camps
250 Columbus Boulevard
Hartford, CT 06103
(860) SCIENCE (724-3623)
www.CTScienceCenter.org
Youth tap into their imagination and creativity as they engage in hands-on science activities. Working alongside our scientists, campers engage in super cool scientific inquiry and experiments while learning skills in critical thinking, leadership and problem solving. For students in grades 1-8.

Cornerstone Children Center
16 Hickory Street
Trumbull, CT 06611
(203) 261-0499
www.cornerstonekids.com
Two-10 weeks of exciting, hands-on fun for children through age 6 in spacious, air-conditioned building and large playground. Activities, trips, snacks and lunch included! Hours: 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Full or part-time schedules available.

Creative Summer at the Mead School
1095 Riverbank Road
Stamford, CT 06903
(203) 595-9500, ext. 63
www.meadschool.org
A four-week multi-arts programs for children ages 6 1/2 to 16 centered around the visual, performing and expressive arts. Emphasis is on children as artists working with artists. Students explore a theme through a variety of artistic media under the guidance and teaching of professional artists.

CreativeArt Ink
Staples High School/Darien High School
(413) 320-6071
www.CreativeArtInk.com
Have a unique, powerful summer! Spend your days writing with a Pulitzer Prize nominee; movie-making and animating with award-winning filmmakers; improvising with Off-Broadway actors; exploring movement with a choreographer direct from the 92nd Street Y and more!

Crystal Theatre
12 June Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 847-4850
www.crystaltheatre.org
Break out your inner princess or Broadway star this summer: “Sleeping Beauty” (6/28-7/9, 5th-10th); “Hansel & Gretel” (7/12-16, 1st-4th); “Broadway Blast!” (7/19-23, 5th-10th); “Arts in the Park 1 & 2” (multi-arts experience-7/26-8/6 & 8/9-20, 1st-8th). Camps culminate in shows.

Curtain Call, Inc. Summer Stock Programs
Sterling Farms Complex
1349 Newfield Ave., Stamford, CT 06905
(203) 329-8207, ext. 16
www.curtaincallinc.com
Workshops offer creative opportunities for ages 6-16. In age-appropriate groups, students explore various forms of theatre performance, including Improv, Modern Acting, Shakespeare and Musical Theatre. Our instructors are area professionals dedicated to education in the arts.

The Discovery Museum
4450 Park Avenue
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 372-3521 ext. 121
www.discoverymuseum.org
Weeklong programs for ages 5 to 14 include exciting hands-on activities like Storytelling Gardens and Dinos & Dragons for WonderKids and “Don’t try this at home” experiments for older children. Explore the ocean, space, photography and much more.

Eagle Hill School
Director of Admissions: Tom Cone
45 Glenville Road
Greenwich, CT06831
203-622-9240
www.eaglehillschool.org 

Earthplace Summer Camp
10 Woodside Lane
Westport, CT06880
203-227-7253
www.earthplace.org

ESF Summer Camps at Greenwich Academy
200 North Maple Avenue
Greenwich, CT 06830
(203) 869-4444
www.esfcamps.com
Four exciting programs offering over 34 activities, a wide variety of sports and new adventures for boys and girls ages 4 to 15. Flexible scheduling with 2 to 9 week options. Extended day program available daily! Award winning family-owned & operated since 1982.

Farm Camp at the Unquowa School
981 Stratfield Road
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 336-3801
mfaulkner@unquowa.org
Join us and learn we are all stewards of the Earth! Enjoy field experiences, explore nature through science and art, work with an organic farmer and learn to cook. Children have a natural passion to protect all things in nature. Nurture this quality through the authentic exposure of this program.

Farmington Farms Kids’ Corner Summer Program
94 Brickyard Road
Farmington, CT 06032
(860) 667-8867
www.farmingtonfarms.com
Program for preschool age (3 year olds) and school age (4-12 year old) children. Offer both half day (9 a.m.-12 p.m.) and full day programs (9 a.m.-3 p.m.) with before and after camp care options. Activities include swimming, tennis, gym, arts & crafts and a weekly food project.

Filmmakers Ink
Multiple locations serving all of CT
(413) 320-6071
www.Filmmakers-Ink.com
Award-winning filmmaker/instructors. Create your own movie, from script-to-screen. Filmmaking, screenwriting, acting and special FX for ages 8 to 17. Affordable summer day camps throughout Connecticut. Make friends. Make movies. Make an impact!

Foote School Summer Program
50 Loomis Place, New Haven, CT 06511
(203) 777-2464
www.footeschool.org/summer
For pre-, elementary, middle and high school ranging from week-long to multi-week sessions; courses range from crafts to creative writing and filmmaking to fishing. Includes theater arts program: actors workshop, set building and theater tech. 6/21-7/30. Beautiful 14-acre campus.

French Summer Camp
Alliance Francaise of Greenwich
299 Greenwich Avenue
Greenwich, CT 06830
www.afgreenwich.org
Weekly sessions beginning June 21-Sept 3 for maximum exposure to the French language and culture. Campers explore French through interactive games, story telling, acting and singing. Ages 3-16 work in small groups Mon-Fri from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. making amazing progress.

The Goddard School
Brookfield (203) 740-8136
Glastonbury (860) 633-8600
Orange (203) 795-5575
www.goddardschool.com
Make this summer your child’s best learning experience yet! This summer our theme is “Time Travel.” A summertime of fun and learning, including certified teachers who fill the day with activities in Science, Cooking, Creative Art, Music, Drama, Sports, Computers and more. 

Hamden Hall Summer Programs
1108 Whitney Avenue
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 752-2630
www.hamdenhall.org Hamden Hall offers comprehensive summer programs that include: Academy/Camp Combination program, Adventure Camp, Camp Hornet, Outdoor Classroom, Sports Camps, Summer Academy and Teen Camp. Open house on 2/28, 4/18 and 5/16, 1:00-3:00 p.m.

Healthtrax Fitness & Wellness
Six locations: Avon, Bristol, Enfield, Glastonbury, Newington, North Haven
(800) 505-5000
www.healthtrax.com
Offers sports camps and leagues, scouting badge fulfillment events, theme parties, story hour, after school program, swim lessons and much more!

High Meadow Day Camp
Granby, CT 06035
(860) 653-9325
www.highmeadowdaycamp.com Co-ed for ages 4-13. Traditional programs for great summer fun. Bus transportation and meals included. Camp dates are June 28-August 20. ACA accredited. Contact the Director for brochure. Open House scheduled for May 2.

Holiday Hill Day Camp
Cheshire, CT 06410
(203) 387-2267
www.holidayhilldaycamp.com Traditional program updated for tons of fun. Co-ed for ages 4-13. Bus transportation and meals included. Camp dates are June 28-August 20. ACA accredited. Contact the Director for brochure. Open House scheduled for May 2.

Hudson Country Montessori School
44-A Shelter Rock Road
Danbury, CT 06810
(203) 744-8088
Ages 3-12. Weekly fun science theme maintains academic skills. All programs include field sports, certified swimming instruction, art, music, gymnastics, drama, computers, tennis, soccer & field trips. Programs are age-appropriate, spirited and skill-oriented. Ext. hours avail.

Independent Day School Summer Camp
115 Laurel Brook Road
Middlefield, CT 06455 (860) 638-3973
www.independentdayschool.org
IDS and Middlesex Academy for the PA team up to create an exciting summer program focused on three contect areas: the arts, science and technology, and outdoor education and sports. For ages 4-13; programs run from June 21-July 30. Camp day 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. with before and after care.

JCC Summer Camp
360 Amity Road
Woodbridge, CT 06525
(203) 387-2522
www.jccnh.org
Great for children of all ages and backgrounds to spend the summer! Features include an outdoor pool, large indoor activity center, sports fields, basketball courts, archery range and miles of hiking trails. Camp has specialized counselors providing expertise in all camp activities.

Just Wee Two
Locations in Greenwich, Stamford and
Westchester County, NY
(800) 404-2204
www.justweetwo.com
Ages 8 mo. to 3 1/2 yrs. participate in productive, fun activities: arts & crafts, music, playtime & storytime. Directed by early childhood teachers, each class is 1.5 hours and limited to 10 children w/caregiver. Also offers partial separation and 2 hour separation classes. New baby class too.

Kidstop Developmental Child Care Center
215 Bridgeport Avenue
Shelton, CT 06484 (203) 924-2737
www.kidstopkids.com
Two-10 weeks of exciting, hands-on fun for children through age 8 in spacious, air-conditioned building and large playground. Activities, trips, snacks and lunch included! Hours: 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Full or part-time schedules available.

KinderCare Summer Adventures
1-888-9FUN-CAMP
www.kindercare.com
Nearly 3,000 kids surveyed say summer camp should include exciting topics like animals, sports, science, and art. KinderCare listened and developed 12 uniquely themed week-long summer camps that are kid approved and teacher built. Each program infuses fun with leaning.

Learning Incentive
Study Skills Summer Program
139 North Main Street
West Hartford, CT 06107
(860) 236-5807
The Sudy Skills Summer Program is for middle school, high school, and college students. Students can bring textbooks for their upcoming school year and get a head start on subjects where they have difficulty.

Magic Kingdom Day Nursery
101 Cutler’s Farm Road
Monroe, CT 06468-2142
(203) 261-0130
www.magickingdomdaycare.com
Offering a fantastic, flexible program of summer fun for ages 3-10. Weekly themes & field trips, science and nature study, bounce rooms, ponies and musicians, arts/crafts, games/sports, water fun and more! Sign up for 2, 4, 6 or 8 week sessions. Full or partial weeks available; half day option.

The Mountain Workshop Awesome Adventures/Trailmark Expeditions
9 Brookside Place, Redding, CT 06896
(203) 544-0555
www.mountainworkshop.com
The Mountain Workshop offers day and overnight adventure programs including rock climbing, kayaking, caving, river rafting, canoeing, backpacking, camping and more. Celebrating our 30th year of adventure.

My Gym
Fairfield - (203) 256-0496
Norwalk - (203) 847-3496
Stamford - (203) 327-3496
www.my-gym.com
Staying fit doesn’t have to end when school does. My Gym has camp programs that will fit into any schedule for ages 2 1/2 to 8. Arts/crafts, sports, relays, story time, special rides & much more. Sign up for 1 day, multiple days or for all summer. NEW LOWER PRICING!

New England School of Montessori
40 Quirk Road
Milford, CT 06460
(203) 878-9822
www.nesmontessori.com
“Around the World with Montessori,” developed exclusively for our summer camp is an exciting opportunity to explore ten different countries and what makes each country special. Children have FUN while engaging in stimulating projects, creative activities and challenging lessons.

New Haven Ballet
70 Audubon Street
New Haven, CT 06510
(203) 782-9038
www.newhavenballet.org
Offers children, ages 3 and up, exciting weekly camps to single trial classes; options include joining sampler programs and workshops. Older students may enroll in one or more weeks of intensive programs which include ballet, pointe, modern, jazz, African, hip-hop and choreography.

Old Sturbridge Village
Discovery Camps & Exploration Camps
1 Old Sturbridge Village Road
Sturbridge, MA 01566
(508) 347-0385 or (800) 733-1830
www.osv.org
A history lesson your kids will never forget. Day camps for ages 6-17. Discovery Camp: children dress in period costumes and take on the role of a resident from the 1830s. Exploration Camp: kids examine evidence of the past, explore clues and recreate artifacts to understand an earlier time.

Project Broadway at Playhouse on the Green
177 State Street, Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 696-0033
www.playhouseonthegreen.org
Project Broadway is a summer theater program for children in grades 1-8. Work as a team with professional artists to create a Broadway style musical! Weeklong programs in July & August. Project Broadway @ Night for grades 9-12 is a five-week program which results in a production.

Pump It Up
145 Main Street, Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 838-5867
www.pumpitupparty.com
Fairfield County’s premier birthday party center, Pump It Up features large, oversized interactive inflatables. Perfect for more than birthday parties; we host field trips, team parties, troop and scout fitness programs, youth group gatherings, special needs events, and much more.

Pumpkin Preschool
Fairfield - (203) 255-7505
Shelton - (203) 926-1800
Westport - (203) 226-1277
www.pumpkinpreschool.com
Innovative early learning program that offers a camp experience for young school age children. Lots of fun while keeping up with the fundamentals. Music, arts, science, outdoor playgrounds, computer, reading, dance and more. Field trips! For ages 6 weeks-8 years. Open 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

Renbrook Summer Adventure
2865 Albany Avenue
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 232-8410
www.renbrooksummeradventure.org
Art, music, drama, nature, gymnastics, pottery, woodworking, tennis, ropes, computers, archery, theatre arts, band, sports, scholastics, photography and more. All on the 75-acre Renbrook School campus.

Ridgefield Academy and Landmark of Ridgefield Academy Summer Programs
(203) 894-1800
www.ridgefieldacademy.org
Ridgefield Summer Academy (ages 9-14) - creative writing, foreign language, robotics, sports, art & ceramics, study skills, swimming, music and more. Ridgefield Day Camp (ages 3-8) - art, nature, music, swimming, drama, sports, and lunch program - Landmark Day Camp (ages 3-5).

The School for Young Children at St. Joseph College
238 Steele Rd., West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 231-5569
ww2.sjc.edu/syc
Four 2-week sessions. Our 5-acre nature preserve offers children ages 3-1/2 to 5 the opportunity to explore our nature trail, participate in field activities and delight in water play. Our air-conditioned building for creative indoor experiences. Half day and full day options.

Schooner Inc. Summer Camp
60 South Water Street
New Haven, CT 06519
(203) 865-1737
www.schoonerinc.org
Explore Long Island Sound with hands-on learning experiences and activities. Age appropriate programs for Pre-K to 12th grade including: Shore Exploration, Marine Science, Shipboard Education and Learn to Sail programs.

Sono Field House Summer Day Camp
365 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
Norwalk, CT 06854
(203) 523-5875 or (203) 604-9030
www.sonofieldhouse.com/camps
Beat the heat this summer at SFH Summer Day Camp! Action-packed programs for children ages 5-12. Kids will actively participate in fun indoor sports such as dodgeball, flag football and soccer. SFH campers will take on our rock climbing wall, participate in arts & crafts, music and more.

Sound Scientists at The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk
10 North Water StreetNorwalk, CT 06854
(203) 852-0700, ext. 1201
www.MaritimeAquarium.org
Inspire your children ages 6 to 12 as science comes to life. Choose one or more one-day or one-week programs. Programs tailored to different age groups with different themes and activities; see website for details. Children do experiments, hold a whale bone, handle crabs, see IMAX and more.

Soundview Family YMCA Day Camps
28 School Street, 2nd Floor/Office G
Branford, CT 06405
(203) 481-9622
www.soundviewymca.org
Two unique summer day camps. NEW Branford campus: Traditional program where campers participate in swimming, boating, fishing, archery, arts & crafts, ropes courses, nature programs, sports games and more. Guilford: School’s Out for Summer Program features weekly themes.

The Summer Academy at Suffield
185 North Main Street
Suffield, CT 06078
(860) 386-4475
www.suffieldacademy.org
The Summer Academy welcomes students from around the world; enroll to expand skills whether in the classroom, in the art studio, or on the playing fields. Academic programs focus on enhancing study skills and also offer courses in math, science, music, languages, much more.

Summer Art Colony Camp
96 Lyme Street
Old Lyme, CT 06371
(860) 434-5542
www.FlorenceGriswoldMuseum.org
Spend five days exploring the art and history of the Lyme Art Colony in your own colony of artists. Campers investigate all the Museum has to offer including exhibitions, painting outdoors, working with visiting artists, more.

Summer at St. Luke’s
377 North Wilton Road
New Canaan, CT 06840
203-801-4912
www.stlukesct.org/summer 

Summer at Wooster Enrichment and Recreation Program
Danbury, CT 06810
(203) 788-5977
www.woosterschool.org
Choose from over 70 activities including cooking, studio art, dance, science, drama, swim and tennis; campers pre-K to grade 9. Experienced teachers and artists. Superb teacher-camper ratio provide for an excellent summer experience. Open house on Saturday, March 6 at 9 a.m.

Summer of Adventure
Farm Based Education at The Community Farm of Simsbury
73 Wolcott Road, Simsbury, CT 06070
(860) 658-5580
www.communityfarmofsimsbury.org
Education & personal growth are the primary crops at The Community Farm of Simsbury. Programs for children as young as 18 mos. and continue through elementary, middle & high school. Summer of Adventure camp runs from 6/28-8/6. To register, visit our website.

Summer Fun Camp
Avon Old Farms School
500 Old Farms Road
Avon, CT 06001
(860) 404-4180
www.avonoldfarms.com/summerfun
Summer fun camp offering tennis, soccer, baseball, field sports, swimming, arts and crafts, creative drama, biking, nature and more. For grades K-8 plus counselor-in-training program for grades 9 & 10.

Summer Jazz Workshop
University College at Fairfield University
(203) 254-4110
www.fairfield.edu/uc
Enjoy a 5-day or 10-day jazz instrumental or jazz vocal experience led by renowned jazz musician Brian Torff. Learn improvisation, theory, rhythm and the history of jazz. Perform in jazz ensembles July 12-16 and July 19-23.

Summer Place
University of Hartford
200 Bloomfield Avenue
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 768-4432
www.summerplaceprograms.com
The University of Hartford comes alive each summer with five enrichment programs for campers in pre-school through twelfth grade. Each program is unique, but shares a common commitment to excellence in curriculum, staff and facilities. Learning and fun go hand-in-hand.

Tutor Time® Agents T2 Summer Camps
Milford: 470 Bridgeport Avenue (203) 846-6046
Monroe: 477 Main Street (203) 261-6330
Norwalk: 466 Main Avenue (203) 846-6046
Trumbull: 5520 Park Avenue (203) 374-2000
Shelton: 708 Bridgeport Avenue (203) 926-1126
Come join us on our super-spy excitement and globe trotting adventures. Saving the world from an evil genius, learning magic tricks, and writing in disappearing ink is just a typical day at Tutor Time’s Agents T2 Summer Camp. The ultimate mission is great summer FUN!

Warner Theatre Center for Arts
Education Summer Arts Program
84 Main Street
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-7180
www.warnertheatre.org/summerartsprogram
Two-week sessions in arts education for young people ages 7-16 that provides children and teens with an opportunity to explore a wide variety of performing and visual arts. No previous experience necessary. Licensed by the State of Connecticut Department of Health.

Winston Preparatory School
Summer Enrichment Program
57 West Rocks Road
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 229-0465, ext. 530
www.Winstonprep.edu
Providing students with the opportunity to participate in an individually designed program aimed to enhance academic skills. Each student receives 1-on-1 instructional “Focus” sessions to further address areas of greatest challenge. College prep. classes and after-school program.

YMCA Camp Chase
on the Burlington/Unionville Line, CT
(860) 653-5524
www.ghymca.org
Traditional day camp experience right in your own backyard! Arts & crafts, sports, archery, nature and environment, swimming lessons; other specialty camps. Free transportation available from 26 greater Hartford locations.

YMCA Camp Yankee Trails
Tolland, CT 06084 (860) 872-7329
indian.valleyymca@ghymca.org
Fun camp activities in the great outdoors. Daily 7 a.m.-6 p.m., 6/24-8/16. Choose activities: swimming, boating, archery, wilderness skills, mountain boarding/biking, music, skits, adventures & more! Friendly, well-trained counselors.

YMCA of Greater Hartford Day Camps
241 Trumbull Street
Hartford, CT 06103
www.ghymca.org
Be a Part of Something...Be a Part of the Y.
The YMCA of Greater Hartford is the largest provider of summer day camps in the greater Hartford area with 14 locations. Choose a camp that suits your needs and your child’s interests. Specializing in traditional day camp, specialty camps and adventure camps.

Young People’s Program at Creative Arts Workshop
80 Audubon Street
New Haven, CT 06510
(203) 562-4927
www.creativeartsworkshop.org
Visual art classes and workshops for kids and teens, weekly classes oriented around themes or media. Class offerings range from Parent & Me classes for children aged 2-3 to drawing, painting, photography and more for teens. Spaces are limited so please register early to secure a place.

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Camp Berger
134 Wahnee Road, Winchester Center, CT 06094
(203) 527-7156
www.campberger.com
Camp Berger is a multi-activity camp. With such a variety of activities to participate in there is no way any day can be the same. Each camp week has a different theme correlated to camp activities, organized and run by the camp counselors. Our activities range from Sunfish Sailing to Archery.

Camp Jam
Christian Heritage School Trumbull, CT
(800) 513-0930
www.campjam.com
Camp Jam Rock ‘n’ Roll Summer Day Camp is a rock ‘n roll learning & teambuilding experience of a lifetime. Form a band, perform on the big stage, learn from pros, meet rock stars, write & record songs. NEW tech program for non-musicians! Overnight sessions available in NY. Ages 7-17.

Choate Rosemary Hall Summer Programs
333 Christian Street
Wallingford, CT 06492
(203) 697-2365
www.choate.edu/summerprograms
Choate Rosemary Hall Summer Programs (6/27-7/30) offer five-week and two-week academic enrichment programs for students in grades 7-12, including workshops that focus on writing skills, government and politics, and math and science, as well as high school or college prep courses.

iD Tech Camps
Sacred Heart University, Wesleyan and over 60 Universities in the U.S. & Canada
(888) 709-TECH (8324)
www.internalDrive.com
Ages 7-17 create video games, websites, movies, iPhone® and Facebook® apps, C++/Java programs, robots, 3D animations and more. Weeklong, day and overnight options. Alumni hone their skills before and after summer with iD 365™ Endless Summer. Save with code CT22.

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Camp Avoda
23 Gibbs Road Middleboro, MA 02346
(508) 947-3800 Winter: (781) 433-0131
www.campavoda.org
Brotherhood * Leadership * Spirit * Traditon. Since 1927 small inviting campus, intimate community and balanced program have fostered Jewish boys growing into young Jewish men. Ages 7-15. Sports, full lake/waterfront activities, rock wall, Color War, woodshop and more! ACA accredited.

Night Eagle Wilderness Adventures
P.O. Box 374
Cuttingsville, VT 05738
(802) 773-7866
www.nighteaglewilderness.com
Community living based on a spirit of cooperation rather than competition. Primitive camp where boys develop an authentic sense of personal accomplishment: tipi living, wilderness skills, canoeing, hiking, nature crafts, much more! 2, 3, & 6 week sessions. ACA Accredited.

YMCA Camp Abnaki
1252 Abnaki Road
North Hero, VT 05474
(802) 862-8993, ext. 129 (winter)
(802) 372-8275 (summer)
www.campabnaki.org
On Lake Champlain, 150 campers ages 6-16, staff of 60+. Swimming, canoeing, kayaking, sailing, windsurfing, sports, archery, rock climbing, arts & crafts and more. 1, 2, and 4-week sessions. Established in 1901. Family Camp Weekends. ACA Accredited.

GIRLS RESIDENTIAL PROGRAMS     back to top

The Aloha Camps
2968 Lake Morey Road
Fairlee, VT 05045
(802) 333-3400
www.alohafoundation.org
Camps foster personal growth, self-confidence, cooperation and a sense of community in people of all ages and backgrounds. These objectives are accomplished through experiences in camping, hiking, water-sports, art, music, crafts and environmental education enriching lives.

Spirit Sports Camp for Girls at South Kent School
40 Bull’s Bridge Road
South Kent, CT 06785
(866) 711-1186
www.spiritsportscamp.com
A unique athletic experience for girls from 2nd-10th grade. Girls enhance their skills, increase their knowledge and participate in a wide variety of sports. Individualized programs. The schedule also includes arts & crafts, campfires, day trips, swimming, hiking, karaoke and more.

CO-ED RESIDENTIAL PROGRAMS    back to top

Camp Half Moon
Great Barrington, MA 01230
(413) 528-0940
www.camphalfmoon.com
A traditional coed camp experience for ages 6-16. In a safe, structured family environment we offer an elective program tailored to each individual camper. A full waterfront on pristine Lake Buel, heated pool, private skatepark, wonderful activities areas and living quarters. Celebrating 88 yrs.

Camp Laurelwood
463 Summer Hill Road
Madison, CT 06443
(203) 421-3736
www.camplaurelwood.org
Camp Laurelwood, a Jewish camp on 140 acres, offers both day & overnight programs. First-time camper incentives (overnight program only)! Trad. camping with swimming, high and low ropes, basketball, tennis, soccer, baseball, volleyball, boating, drama, crafts, music and more.

Camp Marist
22 Abel Blvd.
Effingham, NH 03882 (603) 539-4552
www.campmarist.org
Located on Ossipee Lake in the heart of the White Mts. of New Hampshire. Dedicated and professional staff provides a traditional activity program that includes horseback riding, go-karts, tennis, water skiing, soccer, ropes challenge, baseball, archery and more. Ages 6-16.

Camp Quinebarge
P.O. Box 608
Center Harbor, NH 03226
(603) 253-6029
www.campquinebarge.com
Co-ed camp for 100 kids ages 7-15. All-inclusive tuition traditional child-centered program on 67 lakeside acres in NH. Overnight & day camp. Horses & hikes, kayaks & mt. bikes, gymnastics, socials & contra dances, raft trips, climbing wall, art loft, archery, soccer, tennis, library & more.

Pequot Sherwood & Pioneer Village Camps
P.O. Box 577, Ivoryton, CT 06442
(860) 767-0848
www.pequotsherwood.org
The country’s oldest coed camps, located on over 700 wooded acres surrounding a mile long private lake. Since 1886, we have provided a fun-filled traditional camp with experiential learning and group living in the outdoors. Well-rounded, creative and adventurous programs.

Silver Lake Conference Center Summer Camp
223 Low Road, Sharon, CT 06069
(860) 364-5526
www.silverlakect.org
Week-long camps are UCC-sponsored for all ages 8-48 with varied themes, Water World, Silver Lake’s Funniest Videos to Pirates of the Carabiner! Get outside: swimming, high & low ropes challenge courses, camper-led workship, campfires, stargazing for community of friends, faith & fun.

Summer Arts Mini-Fest at Dean College
99 Main Street, Franklin, MA 02038
(508) 541-1624
www.dean.edu/minifest
Two-week residential Summer Arts Mini-Fest (July 18-July 30), students age 15-19 will learn from respected and well-known performers, artists, dancers, agents and educators in a dual-track program featuring theatre and movement or dance. Culminates with public performance

YMCA Camp Hi-Rock
162 East Street
Mount Washington, MA 01258
(413) 528-1227
www.camphirock.org
1,000 acres with private lake in the Berkshires. Ages 7-16. More than 30 programs including waterskiing, ropes course, climbing, creative arts, digital photo, tennis & more. Leadership programs for teens. Call/write for free DVD.

YMCA Camp Jewell
6 Prock Hill Road
Colebrook, CT 06021 (860) 379-2782
www.ghymca.org
Ages 8-16; 30 different elective clinics with specialty programs for teens including Ranch Camp, Leaders In Training and off-site trips. Two-week sessions begin at $1,060. Family camping, conference facilities and teambuilding programs year round.

YMCA Camp Woodstock
42 Camp Road
Woodstock Valley, CT 06282
(860) 974-1336
www.ghymca.org
“The Friendship Camp,” emphasizes caring, honesty, respect & responsibility. Ages 7-15. One- or two-week sessions. Six different week-long adventure trips for ages 14-16. Family camping weekends, teen leadership programs.

YPI Summer Camp for the Arts
143 Sandy Point Roard
Old Saybrook, CT 06475
(860) 918-3155 or (860) 399-9179
www.ypicamp.org
Since 1981, writers and artists have explored their passion and creativity. Housed at the Suffield Academy in Suffield, campers spend one or two weeks creating a community that celebrates the arts. We are proud to open our 30th summer from August 1-14.

SPECIALIZED SPORTS CAMPS     back to top

Brunswick Baseball Camp
100 Maher Avenue
Greenwich, CT 06830
(203) 625-5800
steven_weber@brunswickschool.org
Designed to develop and improve baseball skills for boys 6-12 years. Baseball games are played daily with each age group, emphasis is on skill development and good sportsmanship. June 21st-July 24th, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: $275 per week.

Fairfield Ice Academy
85 Mill Plain Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 610-8155
www.fairfieldiceacademy.com
Offering the “COOLEST” camps this summer. Weekly Learn to Skate Camp for ages 4-9 includes a skating lesson, Ice Show, games, crafts. Rental skates and snacks are included. Weekly Hockey Camp for players ages 4-9. Camp includes skills, drills, mini-games, snacks and drinks.

Fencing Camp
Locations and General Info: 860-344-9395
Co-ed ages 8+. Beginner to intermediate level instruction covers every aspect of fencing, foot-work, proper technique and bouting, developing a strong foundation. Half/full-day school vacation and summer camps. Year-round groups and private instruction for youths and adults.

Fencing Week-Long Summer Clinics at FVFA!
110A West Dudley Town Road
Bloomfield, CT 06002
(860) 243-8914
www.fvfa.com
How about challenging your friend to a dual this summer? Fencing is a fast, demanding sport that develops agility, strength, speed and cunning. Most importantly, it’s FUN! Matches are confined to a six-foot-by-40 foot strip with action so fast that “touches” are scored electronically!

Future Stars Summer Camps
546 Bedford Road
Armonk, NY 10504
(914) 273-8500
www.fscamps.com
Weekly day and overnight summer camps for ages 4-15 at SUNY-Purchase College. Choose from myriad of sports, academic enrichment, cheerleading, circus arts, magic, diving and Little Stars. Transportation available from Westchester and Fairfield counties. Celebrating 30 years.

Guilford Riding School
575 Clapboard Hill Road
Guilford, CT 06437
(203) 453-8768
www.grsriding.com
Summer riding instruction for children 8 and older. Groups are small; riding and swimming, safe and fun.

Gymnastics & Cheerleading Academy of Connecticut
85 Mill Plain Road
Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 610-8200
www.ctgymandcheer.com
Weekly Gymnastics camp begins June 28th for ages 3-11 and runs M-F, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Campers will learn new skills and try out all of the differnect gymnastics equipment, including jumping into the foam pits and bouncing on the trampolines. GCA offers and a variety of classes & clinics.

Gymnastics Express Too
A Fun Place for Kids
Glastonbury and Newington
(860) 659-2200 
www.gymnasticsexpress.org 
Gymnastics Express Too offers a variety of classes and activities to help promote good health and physical fitness for your children! We offer birthday parties, competitive teams, cheer and gymnastics classes for age 2-18. Get your child involved in an activity that offers so much!

Lion Hill Farm
1020 Sport Hill Road
Easton, CT 06612
(203) 268-0089
lionhillfarm@gmail.com 
Co-ed. Our program stresses safety, love and care of horses, while having fun. Students ages 4-6 and 7-17 ride 2x daily, 8:30-12:30. Small groups according to skill level. Indoor and outdoor rings available. Students learn to groom and tack their mount.

The Master’s School
36 Westledge Road
West Simsbury, CT 06092
(860) 651-9361
www.masterschool.org
Upward Bound basketball camps. Four one-week camps for high school boys, middle school boys, middle/high school girls and co-ed elementary age. Come and discover hoops at a higher level!

Mead Farm
107 June Road
Stamford, CT 06903
(203) 322-4984
www.meadfarm.com
Crazy about horses? Mead Farm offers an exciting summer experience for ages 5 to 17. Weekly sessions run from May 31st through Sept. 4th. Ask about our horsemanship sessions for teens. Great birthday parties!

Next Dimension Gymnastics
25 Lindeman Drive
Trumbull, CT 06611
(203) 372-3222
www.nextdimensiongymnastics.com 
Each child leaves with a smile and a belief that they can do it! Dynamic classes for recreational gymnasts; preschool program; summer camps; adult classes. Large facility is a great place for memorable birthday parties. Nationally recognized coaching staff.

NOVA Speed Camps
421 Thayer Pond Road
Wilton, CT 06897
(203) 761-1273
www.novaspeedcamp.com
Camps are designed to improve speed, strength, agility, flexibility and coordination in any athlete in any sport! We use modern coaching and training techniques gained through years of experience to evaluate, train and guide each athlete towards achieving their desired results.

Polly’s Gymnastics
550 Ferry Blvd. Stratford, CT 06615
(203) 375-3244
Summer gymnastics programs for preschool through advanced high school levels. Competitive classes also available. 7 week enrollment. A good exercise program for the summer months adds to the health and well-being of your youngster.

SoNo Field House Specialty Sports Camps
365 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
Norwalk, CT 06854
(203) 523-5875 or (203) 604-9030
www.sonofieldhouse.com/camps
Stay on your game this summer! Whether your sport is lacrosse, soccer, field hockey or football, each day camp provides an exceptional level of skill development. Fairfield County’s top coaches will give you one-on-one attention to make you become a better play while having a great time!

Sterling Farms Tennis & Day Camp
1349 Newfield Avenue
Stamford, CT 06905
(203) 461-8329 / (203) 219-4335
www.sterlingfarmsgc.com 
Day camp programs for ages 4-16 begin the week of June 7th and runs through August. Half-day tennis camp, full-day “All Sports,” full-day golf & tennis. Early drop-off and extended day available. Registration begins January 18th.

Stone Age Rock Gym
P.O. Box 8362
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 645-0015
www.stoneagerockgym.com
Rock climbing (indoors & outside) and canoe/kayak trips. Day & overnight enrollment. All gear provided. Employ professional, certified guides. Limited enrollment. Visit website for forms, details and more.

Summer at Wooster Enrichment and Recreation Program
Danbury, CT 06810
(203) 830-3913
www.woosterschool.org
Campers pre-K to grade 10. Experienced teachers and artists, and a superb teacher-camper ratio provide for an excellent summer experience. Choose from over 70 activities including cooking, studio art, dance, science, drama, swim and tennis. Open house on Saturday, March 6 at 9 a.m. ™

SPECIAL NEEDS PROGRAMS     back to top

Constellation School-Based Therapy
Summer Enrichment Program
(203) 845-8000
www.constellationhs.com
Constellation School-Based Therapy is offering an individual, or small group, developmental enrichment program to support children in maintaining their school skills during summer. We offer pediatric occupational and physical therapy services at home over the summer.

Wait Your Turn, LLC/Judy Rosenfield
40 Dale Road, Avon CT 06001
(860) 321-7230
www.waityourturnllc.com
Social communication training by Wait Your Turn “connecting through the Arts.” For social challenges, ages 5-12, including ADHD, mild autism, shyness, delayed development, ‘Boys Club,’ one evening per week (TBA) at YMCA Plainville. Music Therapy Groups, Avon, W/F.
 


 

 

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