Camp Guide 2016

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SPORTS Fantastic Gymnastics at 92nd Street Y Young tumblers spend half the day fine-tuning their technique in 92Y’s state-of-the-art Gymnastics Studio in the Sky—a huge, skylit room equipped with a tumble track, foam pit, climbing wall, trapeze and tons more equipment. Girls practice all four Olympic events (vaulting, uneven bars, balance beam and floor exercise), and the boys get moving on the pommel horse, parallel bars, rings and high bar (in addition to floor and vault) before both groups break for more diverting play like swimming, arts and crafts, sports classes and dance sessions. At the end of each two-week session, families watch their campers balance and somersault with ease in a special performance.

Extended care is available for an additional fee. 1395 Lexington Ave (212-415-5500, 92y.org). June 27–Aug 19; Mon–Fri 9am–5pm. Single session $1,692–$1,880, multiple sessions $3,230–$5,148. Ages 6–14.

Super Soccer Stars Kids of all skill levels get their kicks in these specialized soccer camps, which aim to improve motor skills and facilitate teamwork on the field. Little ones learn to dribble in a noncompetitive atmosphere and embrace their creative sides in two-and-a-half-hour Mini Camps that combine soccer and

Private Picassos! art classes (ages 2½ to 5). Fun in the Sun camps (ages 3 to 5) get youngsters acquainted with the sport through outdoor drills and scrimmages, while Jr. Kick It sessions (ages 3 to 5) let them build their skills inside. Older kids will want to get in on the Kick It camps (ages 6 to 12), where they practice with professional coaches and go for the goal during daily, 55-minute World Cup games. Various locations (212-877-7171, newyork .supersoccerstars.com). June 13–Sept 5 at various times by location; weekly $275–$395, sibling discounts available.

Ages 2½–12.

Chelsea Piers Summer Sports Camp This behemoth sports facility is a go-to spot for active kids throughout the year, and summertime is no exception.

At Gymnastics Camp in the Field House, agile youngsters ages 5 to 14 get free rein over the 23,000-square-foot gymnastics center, where girls tackle the balance beam, uneven bars, vault and spring floor, and the boys get an intro to the pommel horse, parallel bars, horizontal bar and still 12 timeoutnewyorkk ds.com

Asphalt Green Summer Day Camp

rings. Aspiring Annas and Elsas should sign up for the Ice Skating Camp at Sky Rink, where instructors teach Level I and Level II skills to prep campers ages 6 to 12 for biweekly skating shows for their family and friends.

Skaters also get the chance to warm up during daily crosstraining with options like gymnastics, rock climbing, soccer, volleyball and bowling.

Big kids ages (12 to 16) can try their hands at many outof-the-box sports like kayaking, rock climbing, stand-up paddle boarding, sailing, cycling, boxing and fencing during the Urban Adventure Camp. Eleventh Ave between 17th and 23rd Sts (212-336-6666, chelseapiers .com). June 20–Sept 2 at various times; weekly $875, multiweek discounts available, early-bird discounts available before May 21. Ages 5–16.

Asphalt Green Summer Day Camp High-energy kids are sure to find something to suit their interests with diverse offerings like soccer, basketball, swimming, tennis, martial arts and yoga. Pee Wee campers (ages 4½ to 6) dabble in several sports through organized play, music, movement and art projects, while Junior campers (ages 6 to 8) refine their technical skills and break from sports

Chelsea Piers Summer Sports Camp

Imagine Swimming Summer Aquatics Camp

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Imagine Swimming Summer Aquatics Camp Your water babies can make a splash and work on their swimming skills at locations in Manhattan and Brooklyn this summer. Leave the water wings at home because the main focus is building skills for competitive swimming; kids must be water-safe and have experience with the basic strokes. With guidance from certified instructors, little swimmers hit the pool to practice freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly, then watch video footage of themselves in the water and get feedback on how to perfect their strokes. Kids also have the opportunity to dive into sports like water polo and synchronized swimming.

Extended hours available.

Various locations (212-2539650, imagineswimming.com).

July 25–29, Aug 1–5; Mon– Fri 8:30am–1pm. Weekly $800, sibling and multiweek enrollment discounts available.

Ages 6 and up.

Super Soccer Stars Chelsea Piers Summer Sports Camp

Court 16 Tennis Summer Camp US Open hopefuls summer in style with the individualized training they get on five USTAsanctioned tennis courts at Court 16, sized specifically for child athletes. After breaking into age groups—Freshmen (ages 3 and 4), Sophomores (ages 5 and 6), Juniors (ages 7 and 8) and Seniors (ages 9 to 11)—budding Rogers and Serenas take on tactical training, obstacle courses and agility games in the cuttingedge facility, then analyze videos of themselves to further improve their stroke, footwork and playing style. Off the court, kids get to socialize via arts and crafts and just-for-fun table tennis and badminton. Guest speakers visit to inspire the youngsters, and everyone gets to kick back and chow down during Friday pizza parties.

526 Baltic St, Brooklyn (718875-5550, court16.com). June 27–Sept 2; Mon–Fri 9am–4pm.

Full-day weekly $575, half-day weekly $450, sibling discount available. Ages 3–11.

City Sail Young shipmates head for the high seas (or the Hudson River, at least) during this summer sailing program from Hudson River Community Sailing. After launching from docks in Chelsea and Inwood, they learn how to safely steer, navigate and trim the sails on a 24-foot vessel, all while

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picking up knowledge about the weather, tides and the local marine environment.

Midday, they take a break to eat lunch and rest on dry land before gearing up for an afternoon sail. With no more than five campers per instructor, the kids have plenty of one-on-one practice, which they can use to their advantage during on-the-water games, races and exciting weekly trips to locations like New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty, the Palisades and the George Washington Bridge. Hudson River Park (Pier 66) at W 26th St. July 5– Aug 26; Mon–Fri 9am–4pm. ¡ HRCS Uptown at La Marina, 348 Dyckman St. Aug 1–26; Mon–Fri 9am–4pm. ¡ 212924-1920, hudsonsailing.org; weekly $495, early drop-off and late pickup available for an additional fee. Ages 10–17.

Aviator Sports Summer Day Camp Here, kids build leadership skills and self-confidence through exercise, all in and around a real airplane hangar.

The Junior Camp (ages 3 to 5) gives little ones their first camp experience with the likes of rock climbing, art projects, swimming and gymnastics. The Adventure Camp is broken into three age divisions—Younger (ages 6 to 8), Older (ages 9 to 11) and Teen (ages 12 to 15)— each of which tackle fencing, pedal karts, CrossFit Kids, sky jump plus more traditional sports. Adventure campers who register for a full session can take part in programs that focus on gymnastics, skate instruction, dance and theater a few hours per week. All campers fuel up on provided lunch and snacks. Bus transportation and extended day drop-off and pickup are available for an additional fee. Hangar 5, Floyd Bennett Field, Brooklyn (718-7587510, aviatorcamps.com).

Full summer June 29–Aug 26, Session 1 July 5–July 29, Session 2 Aug 1–Aug 26 9am–5pm. Junior Camp weekly $465, Adventure Camp Younger weekly $515, AC Older weekly $525, AC Teen weekly $555, early bird and sibling discounts available. Ages 3–15.

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for creative writing and field trips. There’s plenty for the older kids too: Senior Camp (ages 8 to 13) focuses on sports instruction and friendly, competitive play. Campers choose from newspaper club, dance, comic-book writing and more for elective periods. Offsite travels range from trips to the Brooklyn Children’s Museum to overnight visits to Mountain Creek’s water park, depending on age. Extended hours and bus pickup from Manhattan locations are available for an additional fee.

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Weekly $425. Ages 8, 9.

BAM Youth Animation Lab Creative kids are immersed in the world of animation at BAM’s immensely popular summer workshops. With help from instructors visiting from the Museum of the Moving Image, youngsters come up with their own storyline, then design and animate a short project. Whether they choose to hand-draw a cool flip-book or use high-tech software to create a Claymation video clip, they learn about the different ways to make a tale come to life. Collaborating with a small production team, each young animator creates their own masterpiece, which they proudly present to family and friends at the end of the week.

Leavitt Workshop, 321 Ashland Pl, Brooklyn (718-636-4100, bam.org). Session 1 July 5–8,

Cooper Hewitt Design Camp The amazing, interactive exhibitions at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum provide a base for the exploration of many art forms during these weeklong camps. The summer kicks off with a graphic design intensive, inspired by the creative aspects of Pixar flicks like Cars and The Incredibles (July 11 to 15), then campers delve into the world of architecture and help design buildings of the future (July 18 to 22). Budding fashionistas will freak over the Wearable Design week, centered around boundary-pushing ideas in fashion (July 25 to 29), and those who’d rather design everyday items can sketch and sculpt pieces in the Product Perfect week (Aug 1 to 5). 2 E 91st St (917-633-8278, cooperhewitt.org). July 11–15, July 18–22, July 25–29, Aug 1–5; Mon–Fri 9am–4pm. Weekly $500. Ages 7–12.

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Summer Day at Beam Center In weeklong sessions throughout the summer, arty kids channel their creative energy into hands-on projects centered around a specific theme. The Beam Center’s guides, including artists, designers, filmmakers and musicians, reveal an artistic focus for the session (past motifs have included light, balance and sound), then lead campers in building a collaborative creation. They use all sorts of raw materials, from plastic to textiles, to create an impressive piece to show by the

Barking Cat Studio, Art in the City There are so many incredible art museums and public works to explore around NYC, but who has the time to hit them all? This camp makes it possible, getting kids’ creative juices flowing with daily Art & Play adventures in the city—each week explores a special theme, such as LEGO Sculpture or Art & Robots, with outings to match. The groups head back to the studio for lunch after the field trip, then put their fresh ideas into an art project before a full afternoon of games, yoga and dance.

All art supplies, museum admission and daily snacks are provided, and the helpful staff is around to assist little ones in bringing their ideas to life through drawing, coloring, painting and sculpting. Early drop-off and extended day options are available for an additional fee. 65 Bond St, Brooklyn (718-686-1132, barkingcatstudio.net).

July 5–Aug 26; Mon–Fri 8:30am–3pm. Weekly $495, registration fee $30/child. July 5–8 $396, Aug 22–26 $560 (includes digital camera to keep). Ages 5–11.

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end of camp. Kids need to bring a bag lunch each day, but Beam Center provides snacks. Shuttle service from Brooklyn available for an additional fee. 60 Sackett St, Brooklyn (347-470-6747, beamcenter.org). July 5–Aug 26; Mon–Fri 9am–4:30pm.

Weekly $600, multiple weeks $575 each. July 5–8 $480, with multiweek discount $460. Ages 7–11.

Center for Architecture’s Summer@theCenter City kids who can’t get enough of Gotham’s incredible skyscrapers can spend their summer days discovering the art of building design at the Center for Architecture. For a whole week, they put on their mental hard hats and draw and build models for a dream structure of their choice— anything goes, from apartments to playgrounds to a realistic set for their favorite movie. Each week, campers take on a different topic, such as bridges or neighborhood design, and dive in through art and building exercises, walking tours and site visits.

They even use 3-D computer modeling programs to create digital designs that let them do an animated run-through of their original structure.

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High-school students will want to get in on the twoweek Architectural Design Studio to create a portfolio in preparation for college. 536 LaGuardia Pl (212-358-6133, cfafoundation.org). June 20– Aug 26; Mon–Fri 9am–4pm.

Weekly $600, need-based scholarships available.

Ages 8–18.

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Taste Buds Kitchen Young Maker Camp

Writopia Lab camps Campers write much more than letters home to Mom and Dad in these creative workshops! Writopia has 11 lab locations where authors and playwrights help budding writers ages 6 to 18 develop pieces—humor, sci-fi, poetry or otherwise. Each day, young wordsmiths break into small groups to work on their original pieces, then delve into electives such as songwriting, improv or filmmaking in the afternoons (ages 9 to 16).

Kids who dream of seeing their work performed onstage will relish the Playwriting and Performance session, in which a produced playwright guides them through writing intensives and fine-tunes the theatrical aspects of their play. An Off Broadway field trip and a final performance round off the week (ages 9 to 16).

155 W 81st St, suite A (212222-4088, writopialab.org).

June 13–Aug 22 at various times by location. Creative writing workshop various prices; Fiction and Fun session, Playwriting and Performance session weekly $880. Ages 6–16.

STEM Science Is Fun— Engineering Rocks!

Kids see for themselves that science is all around us during thrilling adventures that demo the fundamentals of physics, engineering and technology.

During week one, they explore Bodies in Motion and learn why things move and remain at rest by building their own vehicles to compete in the Brickyard 500 race. The second week brings Nautical Adventures, in which campers discover why things float in water. They design unique ships to test their theories and set them afloat during the

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Cooking Camp with Taste Buds Kitchen If your creative kids prefer pots and pans to paints and crayons, this is the place to get them acquainted with culinary arts. Each day, they tie on their very own apron and whip up two to three different recipes, with something savory and something sweet on the menu. In the morning, youngsters ages 4 to 8 learn basic kitchen safety and play while they help cook, and older campers ages 9 to 13 get to pick up more advanced techniques in the afternoons.

Professional culinary instructors and a few “kid experts” help the young chefs tackle themes like Baking 101, Cupcake & Cookie Wars and Mystery Basket—a silly riff on the TV show Chopped.

Savvy young chefs ages 11 to 16 can even get in on a special Urban Foodies Travel Camp, which takes them to food vendors, restaurants and markets throughout the city to inspire them in the kitchen; themes include Bakeries, Around the World and Chocolate Lovers.

Early drop-off is available for an additional fee. 109 W 27th St (212-242-2248, tastebudskitchen.com). June 9–Sept 9 at various times; weekly $430, single day $100, Urban Foodies full week $495, Urban Foodies single day $115. Ages 4–16.

Brooklyn Robot Foundry You don’t have to be an advanced engineer to build a robot—kids create bots that walk, dance and even swim at this interactive camp. Children put together nine different robots throughout the week, whether they opt for sail cars and coin flippers in the Robot World program or motor boats and light-up shoes in a Robot Adventure session. All materials are provided, so little tinkerers can build the best bot possible, and they get a break for lunch and fresh air—they even venture out for short field trips to test their creations outside or embark on a scavenger hunt. If the coed sessions aren’t for your little chick, check out two special girls-only camps from July 11 to 15 at the Brooklyn location and Aug 1 to 5 in Manhattan. Each session is aimed at a specific age group, so check the website for a detailed schedule.

Extended hours are available for an additional fee. 303 3rd Ave, Brooklyn. June 20–Sept 2; Mon–Fri 9am–3pm. Weekly $625. · 72 Warren St. June 13– Sept 2; Mon–Fri 9am–3pm.

Weekly $875. · 347-762-6840, brooklynrobotfoundry.com.

Ages 7–10.

Young Maker Camp If your kid is always building contraptions out of toys and household objects, harness that creativity at Staten Island MakerSpace’s sessions, which cover engineering, 20 timeoutnewyorkk ds.com

design and fabrication. Campers find solutions to environmental issues by building Smart Garden Systems (July 18 to 22) and Wind Turbines (July 25 to 29) to help harness water or wind energy. They research and design, then use hand tools and digital devices like a laser cutter to make Arduinobased automatic watering garden systems or working wind generators. The finished projects are used to help MakerSpace’s outdoor workspace and garden function more efficiently. 450 Front St, unit B (718-273-3951, makerspace.nyc). July 18–22, July 25–29; Mon–Fri 9am–4pm. Half-day weekly $275, full-day weekly $500; sibling discount available. Ages 11–18.

Camp Intrepid When campers climb aboard the USS Intrepid this summer, they transform into sailors, spies and astronauts, ready to take on whatever mission comes their way. The gigantic aircraft carrier is their home base for exploring history, engineering and science through engaging themes: Challenging Construction, Intrepid Inventors, Deep Sea Exploration and Spy Science.

The day begins with outdoor challenges on the pier and a visit to the museum’s interactive Exploreum. Awesome artifacts and displays throughout the museum provide key information about the day’s topic to help kids with designing 3-D models, building space vehicles and creating cutting-edge telescopes. The day wraps up with playtime that includes Battleship, LEGOs and more. Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum (Pier 86), Twelfth Ave at 46th St (646-381-5166, intrepidmuseum.org/campIntrepid).

June 27–Aug 26; Mon–Fri 9am–5pm. Weekly $800, early bird rates available. Ages 5–13.

Staten Island Museum Earth Camp Nature-loving tykes will dig this outdoorsy camp that lets them get up close with all sorts of creatures, from bugs and birds to turtles and deer. While exploring the lush parks and green spaces near the museum grounds, the kids discover different characteristics of each critter, touch living animals and find out how the food chain works. Golden Guide nature books and a discovery kit filled with binoculars and other tools are

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NYC Racing Regatta. The final weeks cover basic electronics, computers and coding, giving kids a chance to build a computer and code their own games and apps (campers interested in the fourth week must attend the third week). Way-cool field trips to local amusement parks, the Intrepid and Liberty Science Center are also in the mix. Extended hours are available for an additional fee.

Trilok School, 143 Waverly Ave, Brooklyn (347-789-4515, scienceisfunengineeringrocks .com). July 11–15, July 18–22, July 25–29, Aug 1–5; Mon–Fri 8:30am–5pm. Weekly $625, early bird, multiple week and sibling discounts available.

Ages 6–12.

provided to aid them in their discovery. Extended day options are available for an additional fee. Staten Island Museum at Snug Harbor, 1000 Richmond Ter, building A (718-483-7103, statenislandmuseum.org).

July 11–22, July 25–Aug 5; Mon–Fri 8:30am–3pm. $400, with bus $550. Ages 8–12. iD Tech Camps You’ll be seriously jealous of your tech-savvy kids after one of iD Tech’s crash courses in the latest computer skills and software. While you’re still figuring out how to FaceTime, they’ll learn a slew of impressive tasks like coding, programming, video-game and app design, robotics, 3-D modeling, video editing, photography, web design and more. Register the kids for half-day or full-day mini sessions (ages 6 to 9), or opt for day or overnight camps (ages 7 to 17) to get the most out of the week.

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camps as well. Teens ready for a totally immersive experience can try the Game Design & Development Academy or iD Programming Academy—overnight camps for ages 13 to 18 that span two weeks. Kids are guaranteed to return with an in-depth knowledge of programs like Scratch, C++, Arduino, Java, Swift, Minecraft, Adobe Premiere and Photoshop, plus sweet projects to show off their hard work. Various locations, dates and times (888-7098324, idtech.com). Weekly $399–$1,249, overnight add $569 per week. Ages 6–18.

Summer Media Camp at Museum of the Moving Image Little movie buffs get behind the screen and learn how to make their own original films and video games at this sophisticated media camp.

Using top-notch technology, they create stop-motion animations, record and piece together videos and build settings and characters from

their imaginations for one-ofa-kind games, plus they get a chance to meet professional media makers. Specialized sessions include Next Generation Animators (July 18 to 22), Claymation Creators (Aug 13 to 17), Indie Game Makers (July 25 to 29), Digital Game Designers (Aug 8 to 12) and Future Filmmakers (Aug 15 to 19). And there’s Puppeteers in Training (Aug 22 to 26) for junior Jim Hensons. At the end of the week, all campers go home with a personal USB drive loaded with their finished project. Extended hours are available for an additional fee. 36-01 35th Ave, Queens (718-777-6840, movingimage.us/mediacamp).

July 18–Aug 26; Mon–Fri 10am–4pm. Weekly $475, early bird and multiweek discounts available.

Ages 9–13.

Adventures in Science You’ve probably visited the American Museum of Natural History with the whole clan, but your kids have never

seen it quite like this!

Youngsters at the museum’s popular camps spend their summer vacation immersing themselves in the amazing exhibits and return home spewing facts about meteorology, evolution, the solar system and, of course, dinosaurs. In the Adventures in Science program (AiS), little ones ages 6 to 10 are schooled on the basics of many scientific disciplines, conducting investigations and touring the museum in three-day or weeklong camps. Older kids ages 11 to 13 use digital programs to explore their specific interests in the Middle School Institutes (MSI) program. Last year’s summer offerings included explorations of archeology, sharks, ancient games and more. Central Park West at 79th St (212-769-5200, amnh.org). July 4–Sept 2; Mon–Fri 9am–4pm. AiS: fourday session $400, weekly $550; MSI: weekly $550, two-week session $1,100.

Ages 6–13.

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PERFORMING ARTS Child’s Play NY Professional actors encourage kids to bring whimsical settings and storybook characters to life in these stimulating theater workshops. In the Adventure Series, the tiniest thespians (ages 3 to 5) build props and puppets and learn to move, sing and act through dramatic play. During weeklong sessions, they explore classic fables, outer space, life under the sea and beyond as they prepare for their final showcase. Songs and games take the forefront in Mini Musical camps (ages 4 to 6), in which kiddos work with real Broadway performers to create their own twist on well-known tales like Peter Pan, The Jungle Book and The Wizard of Oz. The oldest set (ages 7 to 11) spend the week honing their acting, singing, choreography and memorization skills,

presenting themes like “Roald Dahl on Stage” and Shakespeare’s The Tempest and .VDI "EP "CPVU /PUIJOH in their impressive final shows. Adventure Series, 193 Columbia St, Brooklyn.

Aug 1–Sept 1; Mon–Fri 9am– noon. Weekly $275–$335. · Mini Musicals, various locations. July–Sept 1; Mon– Fri at various times. Weekly $275–$335. · Players Series, various locations. July 5–Aug 19; Mon–Fri at various times.

Weekly $435. · 347-4062177, childsplayny.com.

Ages 3–11.

Piper Theatre Productions The emerging theater artists of Piper Theatre Productions open up their stage at Old Stone House to youngsters who want to dip their toes into drama and performing arts. The company’s Starlings Drama and Puppetry workshops get kids moving, singing and playing theater games during one- or two-week sessions. Campers spend the day working on their performance skills,

rehearsing and designing sets so they’re ready to put on an exciting show for their family and friends. Students tackle productions of classic texts, including King Lear: Of King and Country and The Iliad, during the first session (July 5 to 15) and take on King Lear: Weathering the Storm and The Odyssey in the second session (July 18 to 29). Kids with special interests can enroll in puppetry workshops or one-week improv classes.

Extended hours are available for an additional fee. Old Stone House in Washington Park, 336 3rd St, Brooklyn (718-768-3195, pipertheatre .org). July 5–29; Mon–Fri 9am–3pm. $295–$1,750.

Ages 7–11.

Marymount Summer Camp Campers in Marymount School’s summer performing arts program get a multidimensional theater experience, plus the joys of a traditional day camp. During Drama (ages 5 to 12) and Cabaret camps (ages 5 to 6),

professional teaching artists lead the little ones in storytelling, creative movement, dance and singing, and help campers put their creative touch on costumes and sets for the full-fledged musical that they star in at the end of the session. During the summer, they have the chance to receive training from Broadway set designers, actors and directors, plus sit in the audience at a real-deal production on the Great White Way. To supplement the theater-heavy agenda, the camp offers arts and crafts, weekly swim instruction, sports and field trips in the area. Extended hours are available for an additional fee. 1026 Fifth Ave (212-7444486, marymountsummer .org). June 27–July 29; Mon– Fri 9am–2:30pm. $1,000.

Ages 5–12.

Camp at Kids ’N Comedy Do you have a particularly hammy kid at home? Set them loose at this stand-up comedy camp, where they’ll timeoutnewyorkk ds.com 23

drop the potty humor once they’ve crafted a clever stand-up routine, with help from professional comics! The interactive workshops give them time to write and practice their performing skills, all while drawing from silly experiences in their own lives.

You’re sure to be impressed by their theatrics and techniques during the live show at the end of camp—and they’ll definitely get some giggles out of you. Gotham Comedy Club, 208 W 23rd St (212-877-6115, kidsncomedy.com). July 5–15, July 18–29, Aug 1–12; Mon–Fri 12–4pm. Two-week session $1,095, sibling and multisession discounts available. Ages 10–18.

Summer Dance Camp at Mark Morris Dance Center Young dancers who are ready to learn the basics of ballet and other genres are sure to start things off on the right foot in these seasonal workshops. Tiny tots begin with one-day sessions of movement, improvisation and introductory steps at Creative Dance (ages 4 to 6), while more experienced youngsters take their craft to the next level in two-week Children’s Dance Camps (ages 6 to 9, 10 to 13) that focus on strength, technique and musicality. They try their toes at ballet, modern dance, jazz, tap and others, moving along to live music. Teen workshops (ages 13 to 18) also are offered for both newbies and experienced dancers looking for intermediate and advanced training.

Extended hours are available for an additional fee. 3 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn (718-624-8400, markmorrisdancegroup.org).

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Creative Dance: July 6–Aug 10; Wed. July 9–Aug 13; Sat. Sixweek course $100. Children’s Dance Camp: July 11–22, July 25–Aug 5; Mon–Fri at various times. Two-week session $435.

Beginner/Intermediate Teen: July 18–22; Mon–Fri 3–6pm.

Weekly $200. Intermediate/ Advanced Teen: July 25–Aug 5; Mon–Fri 9am–3pm. Weekly $325. Ages 4–18.

Red Carpet Kids Little stars, step right up! In this cinema and movie-making camp, young creatives are put to work inventing characters, screenwriting, making storyboards and even acting in original movies. Awardwinning industry professionals at Lincoln Center show them the ropes, giving them a chance to direct, edit and work on special effects before their big-screen debut. Families file in for a real movie theater at Lincoln Center to catch the main attraction, which the kids worked on every step of the way. How cool is that?

Lincoln Center Film Society, 144 W 65th St (646-678-4563, redcarpetkidsnyc.com). June 13–24; Mon–Fri 9am–4pm.

Two-week session $2,500.

Ages 8–14.

TADA! Youth Theater Throughout the year, talented kids take the TADA! stage to star in musical adaptations of favorite children’s storybooks.

During the summer, tykes (ages 6 to 8, 9 to 14) have the

GENERAL DAY The Park Slope Day Camp This traditional, urban day camp has provided memorable summers to Brooklyn kids for 25 years and counting, encouraging them to really explore their borough.

Any activity that campers could dream of is offered here, whether they’re outdoorsy types who are into nature walks, social butterflies who enjoy interactive exercises or creatives who love crafts, music and dance. Kids are grouped by age for full days of amusement, with specialized options like Cirque d’Été Circus Camp and Sports Academy. In addition to on-site programming, campers also venture out to Prospect Park and nearby pools, ballparks and museums. Senior campers get the special treat of an overnight trip to Club Getaway in the Berkshires. Shuttle bus service is available from locations in Brooklyn for an additional fee. Various locations (718-788-7732, parkslopedaycamp.com). July 5–Aug 26; Mon–Fri 8am–4pm.

Weekly $700–$750, Cirque

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opportunity to join the troupe for a weeklong musicaltheater intensive, no auditions required! The group won’t learn a written script, but will put their heads together and start from scratch, writing their very own mini musical, based on an assigned theme, in just five days. After crafting a plotline, campers transition into actors, rehearsing at lightning speed to prepare their Friday performance. Do your little ones want in? Those ages 4 to 5 can join two-week, half-day camps where they learn musical numbers from the theater’s own repertoire as well as Broadway and Off Broadway. All groups proudly present their hard work on the last day of camp, before heading home with show tunes in their heads. Extended hours available for an added fee. 15 W 28th St (212-2521619, tadatheater.com). June 13–Sept 2; 9:30am–2:30pm. $485/camp, multicamp discounts available. Ages 4–14.

d’ÉtÊ and Sports Academy twoweek sessions $1,360 each.

Ages 3–16.

Camp Apple Seeds Even preschoolers deserve a cool camp experience, and this popular NYC play space provides the perfect spot for little ones to learn and grow.

Youngsters toddle around the safe and colorful sports gym while exploring and socializing, but daily specials stimulate their minds even further. With guidance from trained counselors, the kids dig for dinosaurs, learn how to take care of Mother Earth and much more. Children are exposed to music, art, storytelling, cooking, science experiments, building projects and crafts to go along with a special daily theme. The Chelsea location offers two-, three-, four- and five-day options, and Upper East Side campers can choose between two- and three-day weeks.

10 W 25th St (212-792-7590) ¡ 200 West End Ave (212-7927591) ¡ appleseedsplay.com/ classes/camp. June 20–Aug 19; Mon–Fri 9:30am–12:30pm.

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Deer Mountain Day Camp

Two-week session from $600 (two days/week), sibling discounts available. Ages 3–4.

Dwight Summer Day Camp Some kids always seem to be in “go!� mode—ready to take on a challenge and try something new at every turn— and that’s exactly the type of kid that Dwight School’s Adventure Camp was designed for. Tweens ages 9 to 12 are in for an actionpacked summer, with fresh weekly themes that transport them through historical periods and to far-flung locations around the world.

Sweet activities and community service projects keep campers busy creating a rainforest in the Amazon, battling climate change during

the Ice Age, hunting in the Stone Age and even journeying to another galaxy. If those crazy adventures aren’t enough, day trips, leadership exercises and daily swim instruction round the days out. The Discovery, Sports and Spark camps are open to kids as young as age 4, so little ones can get in on the action too. 2116 First Ave (917-5516430, dwightsummercamp .org). June 20–Aug 26; Mon– Fri 9am–4:30pm. Two-week session $1,300; early-bird, sibling, returning-camper and multiweek discounts available.

Ages 4–12.

Mill Basin Day Camp The facilities at this day camp are unmatched—where else can you find amenities like a Dwight Summer Day Camp

brand-new Claymation studio and interactive Imagination Playground, just-renovated dance and TV studios, topnotch computer labs, a 3-D movie theater and a 15,000square-foot sports center, just to name a few? Campers are divided into age-appropriate groups—Pre-School, Adventures, Stars, Explorers and Teen Quest—which they stick with throughout the day as they tackle basketball, soccer, gymnastics and crafts, plus an array of arty offerings like fashion design, dance, music and drama classes. Kids will definitely want to get in on options like the Rock Band program, LEGO lab and high-energy circus arts sessions. Swim time is at one of Brooklyn’s largest pools, tricked out with four waterslides! Bus service and extended hours are available for an additional fee. 5945 Strickland Ave, Brooklyn (718251-6200, millbasindaycamp .com). July 5–Aug 26; Mon–Fri at various times based on age.

Various prices by age and days per week, early-bird and sibling discounts available.

Ages 3–15.

Girl Scouts of Greater New York at Camp Kaufmann Any little one who’s longing for a Girl Scout vest dotted with patches will feel like she’s earned her stripes after a weekend at Camp Kaufmann.

Both members and nonaffiliated newcomers are welcome to choose from a

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Deer Mountain Day Camp This lakeside day camp at the base of the Ramapo Mountains celebrates its 60th anniversary this summer, welcoming kids back for weeks of alfresco playtime.

Daytime events cover all the bases: There are tons of traditional and offbeat sports on offer, from volleyball and lacrosse to cricket and gaga, plus arts programs, including favorites like theater, dance, woodshop, culinary classes and plenty of crafting sessions (think tie-dye and lanyards).

Campers splash around in the six heated pools during swimming instruction and in the natural lake during water sports, and there’s no shortage of other outdoor activities either. With access to a 30-foot climbing wall, two zip lines, bumper boats, a horse stable, nature garden and beyond, they have something new to tackle each day. 63 Call Hollow Rd, 1PNPOB /: deermountaindaycamp.com).

June 27–Aug 19; Mon–Fri 9am–4pm. Four-week session $5,090–$5,590. Ages 3–15.

mom and daughter trip or the mini sleepaway program, in which they are supervised by experienced staff. The girls are divided into groups based on age or program track (Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, etc.) and spend their days diving into classic camp offerings like archery, swimming, boating and ropes courses. The gorgeous rolling hills of Dutchess County are the perfect setting for nighttime hikes and evocative campfire gatherings, and special themed parties on Saturday nights make weekends especially memorable. Newbies will cherish time-honored traditions like friendship songs, the Trading Post and the flag ceremony. 81 Camp 3E )PMNFT /: 3351, girlscoutsnyc.org). June 3–July 10; Fri–Sun at various times. Mom and daughter $130/person, mini sleep away program $200/girl, bus TFSWJDF GSPN /:$ BWBJMBCMF GPS an additional fee. Ages 5–17.

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special education teachers, the Big Apple Day Program welcomes and nurtures kids with mild to moderate social difficulties, anxiety and learning disabilities. They get the true camp treatment, partaking in daily doses of swimming, arts and crafts, outdoor play and exciting field trips to the beach, zoo and more, all in a calming atmosphere that caters to each child’s needs. Throughout the session, campers work toward behavioral, academic and social goals via engaging learning practices that ready them for the classroom and even athletic teams for the coming school year. Campers perform a dancing skit for their families at the end of the season and are paired with mutual playdate buddies to keep in touch with once summer is over. Solomon Schechter School of Manhattan, 805 Columbus Ave (646-450-6210, bigappledayprogram.com). July 5–Aug 12 at various times by age group; various prices by number of weeks and age group. Ages 4–12.

The Nature Place Day Camp Let the kiddos take a breather from the concrete jungle and relax at this country oasis. The constant stimulation of city life falls away once they reach the 200-acre campus of scenic farmland, gardens and trails that inspire a special connection with the environment. In the mix, along with typical day-camp fare like archery, rock climbing, swimming and storytelling, are natural explorations—like hands-on time at the resident chicken coop, planting and weeding in the gardens and healthy cooking classes using organic, local ingredients. Get ready for homemade pizza! Kids ages 6 to 12 can sign up for Farm & Garden Days (Aug 8 to 19), which focuses on harvesting and include plenty of animal encounters. Experienced campers (ages 8 and up) even head out for full-day hiking trips in Harriman State Park as well as one- and two-night backpacking trips, during which they camp and canoe on the Delaware River.

Transportation from NYC is included in camp cost. 285 Hungry )PMMPX 3E $IFTUOVU 3JEHF /: UIFOBUVSFQMBDF .com). June 27–Aug 5, Aug 8–19; Mon–Fri. Day camp four-week session $4,400; Farm & Garden Days weekly $1,100. Ages 4–16.

Big Apple Day Program

The Nature Place Day Camp

Camp Apple Seeds

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Long Lake Camp Adventures

Camp Yomi At the 50-acre Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds in Rockland County, kids jump in on traditional outdoor activities and pick up knowledge relating to math, engineering and biology, thanks to the STEM curriculum developed by the New York Academy of Sciences. Adding to their education are visits from professional scientists and other experts from NYCarea museums and an interactive playground that demonstrates principles of physics, anatomy and more.

Other notable offerings include a stellar sports and rec program that provides tennis, soccer, yoga, jewelry making, digital photography and film electives, with instruction from the pros.

Workshops on coding, LEGO robotics, gardening and cooking tailor your youngster’s summer experience to a perfect fit. 667 Blauvelt Rd, 1FBSM 3JWFS /: 5573, 92y.org/camps/yomi).

June 29–Aug 19; 3.5-week session $4,575. Ages 4½–11.

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SLEEPAWAY Campus Kids Minisink Your tykes can get out of town for a sleepaway experience and return home on Friday afternoons to spend the weekend with the family.

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Camp Echo Kids looking to concentrate on a specific subject (such as cheerleading, martial arts or ceramics) have the chance to work with artists and athletesin-residence who are there all summer long to help campers hone their skills. Every Friday—also known as “change-it-up day�—campers eat breakfast on the beach in their PJs and participate in unexpected events like a luau, a dinosaur-egg hunt or an intra-camp tournament. In a special weeklong program, they’ll tackle high-flying feats when the troupe from Circus of the Kids comes to perform acrobatics, bicycle stunts and tons of exciting tricks, plus pass on their expertise. Kids who can’t get enough of the water will relish swimming in spring-fed Lake Echo and taking part in the aquatics

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Farm & Wilderness Camps

of outdoorsy activities.

Campers create their own schedules daily, using their vacation time for high-energy pursuits such as sailing, hiking, swimming, fencing and ropes courses, as well as laid-back recreation like photography, chess and science exploration.

Gathering around a crackling campfire in the evening gives everyone a chance to reset and get ready for more recreation the next day.

Transportation to and from locations in NYC is included in the cost. 82 Team USA Way, 1PSU +FSWJT /: ckminisink.com). June 27–Aug 19; two-week session from $2,515, early-bird discounts available. Ages 7–15.

program, which offers boating, tubing, water games and playtime on the aqua park inflatables. 210 Echo Rd, #MPPNJOHCVSH /: 0414, campecho.com). June 26–July 23 $5,600–$6,150, July 24–Aug 15 $3,850– $4,950; June 26–Aug 13 $8,650–$8,950. Ages 6–16.

Long Lake Camp Adventures Kiddos who like to choose offerings that suit their interests will dig this freeform sleepaway camp in the Adirondack Mountains. They can break free from their bunkmates to take a crack at ropes courses, play paintball and capture the flag, ride ATVs, set out on horseback and even hit the lake for wakeboarding and Jet Skiing.

For more downtime, kids can also opt for kayaking, fishing, cooking, puppet making and more. The fun doesn’t stop when the sun sets either— campers might join up with Long Lake Camp for the Arts to enjoy rock concerts, dances and theater, face off in bunk challenges or just chill with some games and a campfire.

Everyone can look forward to twice-weekly trips involving white-water rafting on the Hudson, scenic hikes, area amusement parks and more.

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session $4,800–$5,500; seven-week session $7,800– $9,100. Ages 6–16.

Camp Kaufmann

.com). June 26–July 17, July 18–Aug 7, Aug 8–28; threeweek session $4,550, twoweek sessions available upon request. Ages 8–16.

Camp Lakota Days spent on 200 acres in the scenic Catskill Mountains are packed with seven periods of sports, art and outdoorsy games, as well as plenty of camp traditions. After breakfast, kids may spend the morning horseback riding, scaling the climbing wall, gliding down the camp’s zip line or waterskiing on Masten Lake.

In the afternoon, campers

get to take a rest, tell stories and write letters back home before gearing up for three more hours of events. Finally, the evenings bring Free-Play Plus, during which campers fit in one last activity of their choice before the beginning of Lakota’s signature event, which can be a talent show, dance or game night. Every Wednesday, all the campers convene for a group outing, which could mean Color War or a trip off-site to amusement parks and other local spots. 56 Park Rd, 8VSUTCPSP /: 5611, camplakota.com).

June 26–Aug 13; four-week

Camp Awosting Lads are set loose on a slew of outdoorsy games at this boys-only sleepaway camp in Connecticut. With so many offerings, trying something new could be a daily occurrence, whether it’s wakeboarding on Bantam Lake, mountain biking on nearby trails, piecing together an original video or braving the bungee trampoline.

Campers pick up their fair share of survival skills in the breathtaking wilderness setting, but with special events like rock concerts and magic shows popping up throughout the summer, they won’t really be roughing it. Coed get-togethers with the girls at Awosting’s sister location, Camp Chinqueka, provide a chance to mingle and make new friends—plus, there are chances to face off in fun competitions to see which gender prevails. 296 West St, Morris, CT (860-5674924, awosting.com). June 26–July 9, July 10–July 23, July 24–Aug 6; two-week session $3,260, new campers oneweek session (Aug 7–13) $1,550. Ages 6–16.

Camp Chinqueka The active participants at Camp Awosting’s all-girls

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Camp Kesher Give youngsters a gentle introduction to overnight camp with these short sleepaway sessions in the foothills of the Poconos. Kids can opt for oneor two-week programs at the 1,250-acre facility, where they have ample time to make new friends and delight in first-time experiences like chowing down with their bunkmates in the mess hall or gathering around a campfire at dusk. Staff is always ready to help little ones struggling with homesickness, but with a private lake, Olympicsize pool, athletic facilities, art studio, and hiking and biking trails nearby, they’ll likely be having too much fun to think about what Mom and Dad are up to! 570 Sawkill Rd, Milford, PA (212-415-5573, 92y.org). Kesher: July 25–Aug 7, Kesher Junior: July 25–31.

Round-trip transportation included in camp fee. $1,500– $2,800. Ages 6–14.

Camp Hi-Rock This stellar YMCA spot draws campers back year after year, fostering tight bonds between kids with its welcoming atmosphere and laid-back vibe. With Hi-Rock campers waking up in the beautiful 34 timeoutnewyorkk ds.com

Camp Awosting

Massachusetts Berkshires and taking on each day’s agenda with the same small group, it’s no wonder they’re attached at the hip by the end of the session. Tykes try super cool offerings like air riflery, geocaching, frisbee and rocketry, and get into aquatic sports such as snorkeling, waterskiing and wake boarding. Whether

it’s your kid’s first year or eighth, they’ll think of this misty-mountains campground as their home away from home. 162 East St, Mt Washington, MA (413-5281227, camphirock.org/ camps). June 26–July 9, July 10–23, July 24–Aug 6, Aug 7–20; weekly $890–$1,050, two-week session $1,581– $1,797. Ages 7–16.

Chinqueka Camp Lakota

FAMILY Club Getaway Family Camp Skip the agony of pitching a tent and bunk up in a country cabin at Club Getaway with your whole clan this summer.

Loads of outdoor adventures await at this rustic lakeside resort in Connecticut, and though you won’t exactly be roughing it, you’ll be happy you’re sleeping in an airconditioned abode when a 90°F day rolls around. Get in some serious bonding time with the kids by taking on archery, arts and crafts, or even the flying trapeze as a group, then let the littles play under staff supervision at Kids Camp while you steal away for an adults-only excursion. How’s rock climbing sound for date night? Evening entertainment for the whole family ranges from outdoor movies and campfires to game shows to Olympic challenges. 59 S Kent Rd, Kent, CT (800-6438292, clubgetaway.com/ family-camp). June 27– July 1, Aug 22–26, Aug 26– 28, Aug 29–31, Aug 31–Sept 2; all-inclusive prices from $309, children $209, various prices by session length. Ages 4 and up.

Farm & Wilderness Family Camp Leave the iPads at home and hightail it to this familyfriendly escape in Vermont for a dose of simple living.

Campers learn about sustainable farm life by helping with barn chores— your brood will adore visiting

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sister camp are sure to give the boys a run for their money when it comes time to compete. With everything from swimming to sailing, a water trampoline, on-land sports, dance, drama and gymnastics on the agendas, the campers rarely stand still, and they are encouraged to do it all!

Mornings and afternoons are packed with exciting happenings, and when the sun goes down, there are coed dances (complete with DJs), movie nights and more to keep everyone entertained.

Adventurous campers will love the chance to venture out for a weekly overnight camping trip to Litchfield Hills for campfires complete with ghost stories, plus visits to their brother camp just five miles away.

1519 Bantam Rd, Bantam, CT (860-567-9678, chinqueka .com). June 26–July 9, July 10–23, July 24–Aug 6, Aug 7–20; two-week session $3,260, new campers oneweek session (Aug 7–13) $1,550. Ages 6–16.

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with the resident cows, pigs, sheep, goats, chickens and ducks. Plus, letting the kids pull their own vegetables for dinner from the organic garden, or baking pies using apples from the orchard, really drives home the idea of farm-to-table eating. Woodward Reservoir is a prime spot for swimming and canoeing, and the surrounding woods are flush with trails for hiking. Embrace the camping lifestyle by sleeping in open cabins with no electricity or hot water. Nighttime entertainment is of the unplugged variety (crafts, music and storytelling), but you might be surprised how much the kids come to enjoy it.

263 Farm & Wilderness Rd, Plymouth, VT (802-422-3761, farmandwilderness.org). Aug 21–27; $175–$485, children under 5 free. All ages.

Tyler Place Family Resort No need to labor over the details of your family’s summer vacation when you book a stay at this all-inclusive spot. Tyler Place is a welcoming resort that provides endless recreation for the entire crew, plus it removes the task of organizing meals and lodging from your plate. Cottages and suites nestled on 165 acres of woodlands and meadows serve as the safe and comfortable base from which kids can come and go as they please—everyone gets their own personal bike for speedy

Frost Valley YMCA Summer Family Camp This Catskills camp has the feel of a dude ranch in an East Coast setting. The rollicking rodeo put on by the equestrian staff every year will have everyone whooping and hollering, but the Western-style adventure doesn’t stop there. Little cowboys and cowgirls can

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saddle up for riding lessons and trail rides or pull on some waders for a fly-fishing adventure. Yurts and platform tents provide no-frills lodging options that are easy on the wallet and a fun experience for the kiddos. Take your pick of programming like swimming, archery and theater games, or settle down for arty endeavors like origami or candle- and jewelrymaking. 2000 Frost Valley Rd, $MBSZWJMMF /: ext 450; frostvalley.org). Aug 21–26; from $275/person, kids ages 6–17 from $192, additional children $104, children under 5 free. All ages.

Camp Kaleidoscope While youngsters on the autism spectrum might be overwhelmed by the controlled chaos of a typical summer camp, this program creates a safe haven just for them. Parents and kids can bunk up in a cabin, tent or Eco-Lodge at Common Ground Center, a 700-acre former farm in northern Vermont, where the staff of speechlanguage pathologists and occupational therapists makes it possible for special needs kids to experience all the joys of the outdoors. Tots head to Kidville each morning for fun activities, while the adults bask in art and nature as well as autism education.

While away the rest of the day with calming nature walks, music workshops, watercolor painting and swimming.

Starksboro, VT (800-4302667, cgcvt.org). June 25–28; $250–$500/person on a sliding scale. Kids ages 3–11 on the autism spectrum and their families.

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Tyler Place Family Resort

transportation around the property. Hit the indoor and outdoor pools to cool off, and take older kids to the Lake Champlain waterfront to go banana boating or tubing. Parents can indulge in wine-tasting tours, Pilates and candlelit dinners, while the tots can enjoy nature walks, scavenger hunts and more. 175 Tyler Place Rd, Highgate Springs, VT (802-8684000, tylerplace.com). May 27–Sept 10; various prices by date and accommodations.

All ages.