Summer Camps DAY CAMPS Brilliant Minds Daycare and Learning Center
67 N. Little Tor Road, New City 845-535-9658 brilliantmindsdaycare.com myra@brilliantmindsdaycare.com We are a NYS-licensed day care and learning center for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years and after-school care for children ages 12 and younger. We will be offering full- and part-day summer hours for children of all ages. We nurture all aspects of a child’s development and include specialized activities in order to fully engage your child, such as baking, Spanish, dance, yoga and exercise, science experiments, daily outdoor play (weather permitting), learning centers equipped with iPads and computers, dramatic play, and art. Flexible scheduling to fit your needs.
Camp Ramaquois
30 Mountain Road, Pomona 845-354-1600 ramaquois.com Camp Ramaquois is “a day camp as complete as sleepaway camp” situated on 44 acres in Rockland County. From adventurous activities to creative arts and athletic activities, boys and girls ages 3-15 experience a traditional day camp program filled with a variety of stimulating activities. Facilities include a 5-acre crystalline lake; nine heated swimming pools; a splash park; tennis, basketball, and volleyball courts; hockey rinks; ball and soccer fields; a petting zoo; and special events. Many air-conditioned buildings. Visit us on our website or call for a personal tour.
The Lindgren Nursery School and Camp
211 Irving Ave., Closter 201-768-3550 lindgrenschool.com/summer-camp Set in our spacious, fenced-in woodland oasis, Lindgren is a haven, unlike any camp in the local area. Pools, pavilions, and farm animals create a true outdoor camp experience. Local elementary teachers and artisans bring talents to each department. Campers meet for their Red Cross swim lesson, morning roll call, and lunch with their troop daily. They spend the remainder of the time in activity areas, including arts and crafts, sewing and beading, woodworking, sports, table games, theater, dance, yoga, cooking, music, gardening, and hiking. Daily trips available.
RoCA Summer Camp/Rockland Center for the Arts Amy Alinkofsky, camp director 27 S. Greenbush Road, West Nyack 845-358-0877 x18
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rocklandartcenter.org amy@rocklandartcenter.org Camp RoCA—where children explore their creativity and imaginations while developing skills they can use throughout their lives—is a place for developing artists to explore various art forms in studio-based activities. RoCA features one of the region’s most comprehensive art programs. Under the guidance of teaching artists, campers explore art in an environment where cooperation, personal development, and self-esteem are encouraged. Join us and see why RoCA is one of the area’s most unique and praised day camps. Available five or three days a week for two, four, six, or eight weeks, June 25-Aug. 17.
SPECIALTY CAMPS APPLAUSE Performing Arts Center
25 W. Central Ave., Pearl River 845-920-1555; 201-362-4948 applauseperformingartscenter.org APPLAUSE offers musical theater classes and shows specializing in the three disciplines of acting, singing, and dancing for children ages 3-18. Musical Theater Camp 2018 includes one- or two-week options. Possible shows this summer are Into the Woods, You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown, and our Broadway SuperStars Review! Ms. Renna creates a unique part for each child in the show. Your child will develop self-confidence and self-esteem in a supportive environment. We provide programs and performances yearround. Join our exciting Applause Company, which performs at festivals and special events.
Clarkstown Theatre Company
8 Second St., Lower Level, New City 845-708-2288 clarkstowntheatrecompany.com Clarkstown Theatre Company began in our community to create and develop artists as actors and performers. We are a year-round organization offering acting classes, music theater workshops, college pre-screens, and intimate original showpieces, as well as a boutique summer camp. We offer a positive environment with professional instructors. Our summer program is a unique experience that involves each camper in every aspect of an original production from start to finish. Please call for details. Space still available for this summer! We keep our casts small, so the experience is “Huge!”
Coupé Theatre Studio
430 Market St., Nanuet 845-623-2808 coupedance.com Beautiful air-conditioned studios. Exciting summer programs for
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students ages 4 through teens and a Ballet Intensive (by audition). Programs feature age-appropriate classes in ballet, jazz, tap, modern, hip-hop, musical theater, acro and acrodance, voice training, and acting. Trips to Broadway shows and ballet at Lincoln Center. Flexible schedules are available.
Dominican College Camps and Clinics
495 Western Highway, Orangeburg dominicancollegecamps.com campsandclinics@dc.edu Your kids will have fun at our camps which focus not only on bettering their skill set on the court, but on building character and confidence off the court. DC Camps will strengthen your athlete’s mentality while boosting his or her confidence to become a more aggressive and skilled player—all in a focused and fun learning environment. Youth summer sports camps will run throughout July and into August. Winter clinics will also be held throughout the winter. Take advantage of learning from some of the best coaches in the area, and their players.
German Language School - Westwood 47 Berkeley Ave., Westwood, NJ 201-825-9770 germanschoolnj.org info@germanschoolnj.org The German Language School Westwood is a nonprofit organization in Bergen County. We are again offering German Language Immersion Summer camp in Alpine, NJ from July 9-20. Campers may sign up for any choice of week. Camp hours are from 8:30am-4pm, Monday-Friday. Activities include swimming, archery, rock-climbing, nature walks, daily German lessons, and other outdoor activities; before and after care are available. Tuition is $590 per week, including lunch. The minimum age for students to participate is 5 years.
Kreative Kids & Vicki’s Dance Studio
61 Maple Ave., New City 845-634-2202 vickistudio.com We are the best alternative to an allday camp with the most reasonable rates! We cater to ages 16 months (diapers welcomed) to 5 years. This multi-arts program includes music with instruments, creative movement, theme weeks, tumbling, and more! Other special summer programs for ages 2½ to adult include Dance Theatre Workshop, Teen Dance Workshop, Princess Dress-up Dance Tea Party, American Girl Dance, Broadway Kidz Camp, Pop Diva Camp, and a variety of combination classes. Programs are 1-3 hours long, with extended-hour options.
Rockland Fencers Club
40 Lydecker St., Nyack 718-697-1440 rocklandfencersclub.com info@rocklandfencersclub.com Join the nationally top-ranked Rockland Fencers Club Summer Program for ages 8-16. Day camps starting at $425 a week (9am-4pm). No experience required and all necessary equipment included. The 6,000-square-foot, fully air-conditioned facility is conveniently located in downtown Nyack. RFC’s highly qualified, international coaching staff includes former national team members. The club offers group and private classes six days a week for all levels and ages. Visit our website, email, or call for more information.
West Rock Indoor Sports and Entertainment Complex
21 Pralle Lane, Nanuet 845-623-3636 westrockindoor.com Our All Sports Summer Camp features fun-filled instruction and encompasses various sports and games. Friday special theme days include Color War, Relay Races, Field Day, and Olympics! Basketball Summer Camp focuses specifically on basketball skills. All campers, regardless of age and athletic ability, will improve their conditioning, while honing existing sports skills. We emphasize fun and learning good sportsmanship in a positive, social setting. State-ofthe-art air-conditioned facility, six Har-Tru tennis courts, two regulation-size basketball courts, and four indoor turf fields (26,000 square feet). Flexible schedules, extended hours, multi-week discounts, and lunch options.
Young Chefs Academy of New City
59 S. Main St., New City 845-638-0601 newcityny.youngchefsacademy.com newcityny@youngchefsacademy.com At Young Chefs Academy kids gain useful culinary skills, new friendships, original YCA recipes, and memories to last a lifetime! Camp Can-I-Cook themes for Summer 2018 include It’s a Summer Party (June 25-28), International Culinary Tour (July 2,3,5,6), YCA Showdown: Baking Edition (July 9-12), Summertime Treats (July 16-19), The Cupcake Shoppe (July 23-26), Summer Road Trip (July 30-Aug. 2), YCA Showdown: Secret Ingredient Edition (Aug. 6-9), YCA Showdown (Aug. 20-23) and YCA Showdown: Baking Edition (Aug. 27-30). Flexible options for one or more weeks. Member and sibling discounts available.