Summer at Chatham Hall 2025

2025 PROGRAM BROCHURE

SUMMER AT

Chatham Hall

REGISTRATION OPENS DECEMBER 9, 2024 www.chathamhall.org/summer

Summer 2025 Programs

2 Alumnae Programs • 5 Athletic Camps • 3 Overnight Academies • 4 Athletic Day Camps • 3 Riding Camps

Alumnae & Me: Adventure Weekend DATES: JUNE 5-8 CAMPER AGES: 6-10 COST: $650 FOR 1 ADULT & 1 CHILD, $100 PER ADDITIONAL CHILD TYPE: OVERNIGHT

Chatham Hall is excited to invite alumnae to return to Chatham Hall and share the magic of our 365-acre campus with a special family member aged 6-10. This weekend experience blends the nostalgia of treasured memories with new adventures, allowing alumnae to introduce the next generation to the traditions, beauty, and spirit of Chatham Hall.

From exploring the grounds to participating in fun activities designed for all ages, this is the perfect opportunity to reconnect with your alma mater while creating new, lasting memories with your loved ones. Join us for a weekend filled with laughter, adventure, and shared experiences that will strengthen your bond and celebrate Chatham Hall’s legacy.

Chatham Hall Beautification Week DATES: JULY 21-25 AGES: ALUMNAE ONLY COST: FREE, HOUSING AND FOOD INCLUDED TYPE: OVERNIGHT

Join us for Chatham Hall Beautification Week, a unique opportunity for alumnae to return to campus and lend a helping hand in making our beautiful grounds shine even brighter. This special program invites you to reconnect with your alma mater while actively contributing to its future.

Over the week, you’ll collaborate with fellow alumnae and school staff on various projects to enhance our campus, from gardening and landscaping to painting and repairs. In return for your hard work, we are thrilled to offer complimentary housing and meals, ensuring your experience is comfortable and enjoyable.

This is more than just a service opportunity. It’s a chance to create lasting memories, share stories, and rekindle friendships while making a tangible impact on the place you hold dear. Join us in this meaningful endeavor and help shape the future of Chatham Hall!

InnovatHers in Science DATES: JUNE 15-20 AGES: 11-14 COST: $2,000 TYPE: OVERNIGHT

This camp is designed to develop 21st-century skills, empowering future female innovators to explore the “why” behind the “what” in science, technology, engineering, and math. Campers will engage in hands-on experiences, from building and programming electronic devices to coding them using a variety of sensors. As they explore, they’ll uncover the physics that drives these circuits and devices, learning how technology connects with the scientific principles behind it.

In creative sessions at Chatham Hall’s Makerspace, InnovatHers will experience cutting-edge tools like 3D printers, laser engravers, and casting with different materials. They’ll dive deep into the chemistry and physics behind these processes, investigating reactions and exploring the creative side of science.

Fierce & Fearless: Ready for Anything DATES: JUNE 8-13 AGES: 11-14 COST: $2,000 TYPE: OVERNIGHT

This camp is designed for independent-minded girls ready to take charge and solve their own problems. Through hands-on learning in areas like design thinking, digital literacy, and civic engagement, campers will tackle real-world challenges both individually and in teams. Practical skills like changing a tire, budget shopping and meal prep, basic coding, and safe internet practices will provide the tools and confidence to handle life’s obstacles.

Led by Chatham Hall faculty and industry professionals, the camp empowers girls to bring their ideas and curiosities to the table, work through problems, and develop successful strategies. Whether learning to navigate everyday tasks or taking on bigger projects, participants will leave with the skills to manage every aspect of their lives with confidence, independence, and resilience.

Chatham Hall Sports Camp DATES: JUNE 22-27 AGES: 11-14 COST: $2,000 TYPE: OVERNIGHT

Chatham Hall Sports Camp offers sports-loving girls a one-week experience where they can learn, compete, and grow through a variety of team and individual sports, regardless of skill level or experience.

In a friendly, supportive atmosphere, campers will receive guidance from dedicated coaches and counselors who are passionate about teaching not only the fundamentals of each sport but also the values of teamwork and sportsmanship. Sports will include field hockey, soccer, volleyball, basketball, lacrosse, and more.

Daily competitions emphasize the importance of effort and fair play, while personalized instruction helps each player develop both athletically and personally. This camp is perfect for girls who want to improve their athletic skills, build character, and spend their days immersed in the world of sports!

Riding Camp

DATES: JUNE 15-20 & JUNE 22-27 AGES: 10-16 COST: $2,200 TYPE: OVERNIGHT This program is designed to challenge all levels of riders, including advanced riders, with a variety of lesson groups and horses available.

All campers must be comfortable independently walking, trotting, and cantering and should be riding regularly before attending camp.

Riders participate in two group lessons a day with Chatham Hall’s fulltime faculty. Additionally, campers will receive a private lesson where they can work one-on-one with an instructor on individual goals. When campers are not riding, they enjoy several horsemanship activities and equine lessons on various topics, including confirmation, equine first aid, nutrition, stable management, and bits and equipment.

Show Like a Pro

DATES: JUNE 29-JULY 2 AGES: 12-16 COST: $2,000 TYPE: OVERNIGHT This intensive four-day clinic is designed for intermediate and advanced riders looking to improve their skills in the show ring. Riders who attend this camp should be confidently jumping 2 foot courses or higher regularly. While campers are not required to have prior show experience, they should be interested in gaining an introduction to the USEF and collegiate show format. For those already actively competing, the clinic will allow them to hone their skills in their current division and prepare them for competitions in other styles.

Riders will participate in 2-3 mounted lessons per day from our experienced instructors focusing on show preparedness and performance. At the end of the four-day residential program, riders will participate in a mock show with a carded USEF judge as well as a roundtable judge’s clinic. This camp also includes a workshop with a nationally recognized Equine Sports Psychologist.

Athletics - Day Camps DAILY FROM 9:00-12:00 PM AGES: 11-14 COST: $150 TYPE: DAY

VOLLEYBALL

WEEK ONE: JUNE 9-12

Designed for players of all levels, this camp focuses on building volleyball fundamentals, from serving and setting to blocking and spiking. Campers will strengthen their individual skills while learning new team concepts in a fun and supportive environment. Whether you’re new to the game or looking to improve, this camp will help you elevate your volleyball skills while enjoying the excitement of the sport.

LACROSSE WEEK TWO: JUNE 16-19

In this dynamic camp, lacrosse players will develop their stick handling, passing, shooting, and defensive techniques. Focusing on both individual skill development and team strategies, campers will gain confidence on the field while learning new concepts. This camp is perfect for anyone who wants to grow their lacrosse game and have fun doing it.

BASKETBALL

WEEK THREE: JUNE 23-27

This camp is designed to introduce girls to the amazing sport of basketball. Campers will have the opportunity to build their skills through drills, gameplay, and tactical sessions. Campers will focus on developing their ball handling, passing, shooting, and defensive techniques, all while building teamwork and understanding game strategies. Whether you’re new to basketball or want to enhance your skills, this camp offers a supportive environment for growth and fun.

SOCCER

WEEK 4: JUNE 30-JULY 3

This camp is designed for soccer players at any level and aims to improve dribbling, passing, shooting, and defensive skills. Campers will work on individual development while also learning key team strategies. With an emphasis on skill-building and enjoying the sport, this camp is perfect for girls who love soccer and want to take their game to the next level.

Registration Information

REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE ONLINE ONLY. SUMMER PROGRAM DEADLINES

All programs must meet minimum camper registration requirements by March 1, 2025. If sessions do not meet the minimum by this date, families will be contacted and offered the option to switch to another camp or receive a full refund.

SUMMER PROGRAM DEPOSIT

There will be a $300 non-refundable deposit per academy to secure your camper’s spot and a $50 non-refundable deposit for all day sports camps. All payments, minus the non-refundable deposit, are fully refundable until May 2, 2025. After this date, all money is non-refundable.

PAYMENT

Balances due on all summer programs must be paid in full by May 2, 2025. Campers who fail to meet this payment deadline risk losing their spot and deposits. No refunds will be issued after May 2, 2025, unless there is a public health emergency or an individual medical emergency accompanied by a verifiable doctor’s note. Camps cannot be prorated for missed days during a camp week.

Chatham Hall reserves the right to change the details of any summer program. For the most up to date information, please visit www.chathamhall.org/summer.

800 Chatham Hall Circle Chatham, VA 24531 USA

Join us this summer!

Registration opens December 9, 2024

www.chathamhall.org/summer