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Many of our Maryland Performing Arts Camps are still adding to their info on their 2025 Summer Camps, Programs, Activities & Classes.
You can contact each camp you are interested in to get the latest info on all their 2025 Summer Performing Arts Programs for Teens and Kids.
Some of the Best 2025 Performing Arts Camps in Maryland offer "Early Bird" and/or Multiple Camper Discounts if you enroll in camp before a certain date, or if you are enrolling more than one camper -- check each camp's listing & website for more info, and for info on any available Performing Arts Camp Scholarships and Financial Aid.
Many of our Maryland Performing Arts Camps offer Summer Performing Arts Programs, Activities, Workshops & Classes starting in June, 2025.
Be sure to check the "Year-Round Programs and Other Camp Info" headings of each camp listing for specifics, or give any Performing Arts Camp you're interested in a call to check on Summer dates, times and availability.
Many of our Performing Arts Camps will be hosting Summer Reunions for their previous campers, and Summer Open Houses for interested new campers and families. Each camp is different, and some offer activities for the entire family.
Contact the camp(s) directly to see if there are any Camp Reunion or Open House Plans for June, 2025.
Looking for a Great Maryland Performing Arts Day Camp? Look at each camp's TYPE OF CAMP description. Many of our Best Maryland Day Performing Arts Camps also list their exact hours, and if they offer before and after camp activities.
Many of our Best Maryland Summer Performing Arts Camps also offer Year Round Performing Arts Camp Programs, Classes, and Activities. You should contact the camps you are interested in to see if they offer Fall, Winter and/or Spring Performing Arts Programs, too.
Searching for Maryland Performing Arts Camp Jobs? Many of our Best Performing Arts Camps are now listing their 2025 Summer Camp Jobs, too. Look for the heading "Summer Camp Jobs" in each camp listing. You can also check any camp's website for their "Work at Camp" or "Summer Employment Opportunities" pages.
View ALL MD Camps with Summer Work & Leadership Training Opportunities.
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FEATURED PERFORMING ARTS CAMP
Camp Pillsbury
Owatonna, Minnesota
507-214-2200
Ages: 6-17 . Coed Campers. Overnight Camp. Day Camp.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Pillsbury is a unique summer camp for boys and girls ages 6 to 17. Strong offerings in Theater, Circus, Music, Dance, Sports, Magic, Technology, and more. More than 100 activities! Campers choose their activities daily, making each day special for each individual camper. Five, 2 WEEK sleepaway sessions begin June 14th to August 23rd. Enroll now at CampPillsbury.com.
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Visit Our iD Tech Summer Programs for Ages 6-18 Website
1-888-709-8324
info[AT]iDTech.com
Held at 150+ prestigious campuses nationwide
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, NV, NH, NJ, NY, NC, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, WI
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our iD Tech Summer Programs for Ages 6-18 Video
CAMPER AGES: 6 - 18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Half-Day & Full-Day, Overnight, and Weekend programs available.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers. All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: iD Tech is the world leader in summer STEM education, with 400,000 alumni since 1999, and 150 prestigious campus locations including Stanford, Caltech, and NYU. Students ages 7-19 learn to code, design video games and Fortnite-inspired levels, mod Minecraft, create with Roblox, engineer robots, model and print 3D characters, work with AI and machine learning, and more! Weeklong, day and overnight summer programs that instill in-demand skills and embolden students to shape the future.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Computers, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Camps are located at prestigious campuses nationwide. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.idtech.com to find a location near you.
CAMP FACILITIES: Camps are held on university and school campuses. Most overnight campers stay in dorms and get the "college experience".
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: iD Tech is the world leader in summer STEM education, with 400,000 alumni since 1999, and 150 prestigious campus locations including Stanford, Caltech, and NYU.
Students ages 7-19 learn to code, design video games and Fortnite-inspired levels, mod Minecraft, create with Roblox, engineer robots, model and print 3D characters, work with AI and machine learning, and more! Weeklong, day and overnight summer programs that instill in-demand skills and embolden students to shape the future.
Just 5-10 students per instructor (maximum 10) so students can e¬njoy personalized learning at their pace.
The top universities on the planet—Stanford, NYU, Caltech—have trusted and hosted our programs for over 15 years, inspiring students to dream BIG.
Want to learn from an energetic Stanford computer science major? A virtual reality guru from NYU? A game developer who wants to share her lifelong passion? We’ve bet our reputation on recruiting the top instructors in the country. Our 8:1 student-to-instructor guarantee ensures customized learning with the smallest class sizes, leading to “a-ha moments” and awesome outcomes. iD Tech summer courses are inclusive of every skill level and learning style.
Today, every career—from art to engineering to social work—requires a strong foundation in tech. With a focus on skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaboration, our courses pave the way for bright futures in any field. Whether your child dreams of working at Facebook or Google, launching their own startup, or founding a nonprofit, their long-term skill development pathway starts here.
iD Tech also offers early-education STEM programs, all-girls tech camps, teen-only academies, and an online learning platform.
Get started today at Our Camp Website Link: www.iDTech.com or call (888) 709-8324 and join iD Tech as they inspire the makers of tomorrow.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.iDTech.com for the most up to date information on sessions, dates, and fees.
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iD Tech Summer Programs for Ages 618
Be sure to ask each Maryland Performing Arts Camp about the amount of performing arts instruction and the overall intensity of their performing arts program.
Some Top Maryland Performing Arts Camps offer rigorous daily performing arts training and lots of intensive performing arts experience. Other great Maryland Camps offer performing arts as an elective or recreational activity with much less training and intensity.
Visit Our Summer at The Seton Keough High School Website
410-646-4444
1201 Caton Avenue
Baltimore, Maryland 21227
CAMPER AGES: 5-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. weekdays; half- and whole-days
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers. All Girl Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Athletic camps and the newly-remodeled dance studio and expansive visual arts classrooms allow for creative expression.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Cheerleading, Basketball, Soccer, Team Sports, and more. Lacrosse, Archery, Volleyball, Track & Cross-Country, Softball.
CAMP LOCATION: Located in SW Baltimore, just off I-95 at Caton Ave near St. Agnes Hospital; minutes from downtown Baltimore and easily accessible from the Beltway
▌Read More about Summer at The Seton Keough High School
CAMP FACILITIES: Seton Keough High School's 30-acre campus provides ample space for athletic camps; the newly-remodeled dance studio and expansive visual arts classrooms allow for creative expression.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please see the website.
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Summer at The Seton Keough High School
Some Maryland Performing Arts Camps offer BOTH Day and Overnight Camp options. Be sure to check each camp's description under "TYPE OF CAMP" for complete information, and exact hours.
Some Maryland Performing Arts Day Camps also offer Extended Camp Hours for Early Camper Drop-Off and Pick Up. If you need these services, you should contact the camp to confirm availability.
Visit Our Camp Pecometh Website
410-556-6900
help[AT]pecometh.org
136 Bookers Wharf Rd
Centreville, Maryland 21617
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Camp Pecometh Video
CAMPER AGES: 5-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Sunday-Friday overnight, Monday-Friday Day Camp 8 am - 5 pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers. All Boy Campers. All Girl Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian. United Methodist Church
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Located on the scenic Chester River, Camp Pecometh is a rustic overnight and day camp serving campers aged 5-17. Week-long programs include traditional, aquatic, and specialty activities which provide campers the opportunity to experience their faith in nature! Scholarships available.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: One week during the summer, Pecometh offers a Summer Respite program, a camping experience to campers over 16 who are mentally and/or physically challenged. The camper/counselor ratio is 3:1 to ensure that all campers receive high levels of care and attention. Space is limited; go to pecometh.org/summer-respite for more information.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Soccer, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Team Sports, Science, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Crabbing, Canoeing, Kayaking, Stand-up Paddleboarding, Archery, Culinary Arts, Nature Study, Waterskiing, Wake Boarding, Tubing, Leadership Training
CAMP LOCATION: Pecometh is located on 275 acres right on the Chester River in Queen Anne's County, Maryland. We're approximately 45 minutes from Baltimore, just north of the Bay Bridge, and about 1 hour from Wilmington, DE.
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CAMP FACILITIES: We have 4 cabin groups, or "hills," with 4-8 rustic cabins per hill, as well as 3 air-conditioned, dormitory-style buildings. All areas have access to multiple volleyball courts, basketball nets, our outdoor pool, and gaga pit. A modern dining hall and health center, along with rustic trading post, fellowship hall, and outdoor chapel are all located along the Chester River.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Pecometh is proudly accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). Established in 1946, we have been providing campers with life-changing, God-inspired experiences for over 70 years. Summer Camp sessions are typically five days in length, beginning on Sunday afternoon and ending after lunch on Fridays. Depending on the program, campers stay in rustic cabins or dorm-style facilities, and are supervised by our trained staff 24 hours a day.
All of our counselors are at least 18 years of age or graduated from high school and have received professional training, including First-Aid & CPR/AED certifications and bullying awareness and prevention training. Our Lifeguards are certified through the American Red Cross. There is a nurse on site at all times and the closest major hospital is less than 15 miles away. Our dining hall serves up tasty, nutritious meals and campers can have all they want, including fruit and salad bar at lunch and dinner.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Pecometh offers a Staff-in-Training leadership program for participants who are completing 10th or 11th grade. This is an intensive 2-week program that includes hands-on leadership training and experience, and earns participants nearly 60 volunteer hours! For more information, go to: Our Camp Website Link: www.pecometh.org
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Pecometh offers a campership program for families in need of assistance. We also offer a grant program for campers who receive federal assistance. Additionally, if you register and pay in full by Feb 1, there is a 10% discount; by March 1, there is a 5% discount. For more information, go to Our Camp Website Link: www.pecometh.org.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Pecometh offers two kinds of family programs. Once each summer, Pecometh offers a Single Parent Family Retreat. Pecometh also offers a weekend Friends & Family Camp for campers of any age-- no matter how young or young at heart! More information is available at: Our Camp Website Link: www.pecometh.org
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Pecometh hosts guest groups doing their own programming as well as camp-run programming throughout the year. Meeting space, outdoor program activities, and a variety of accommodations available for any age group or organization. For more information about hosting your own retreat or joining one of ours, go to: Our Camp Website Link: www.pecometh.org
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
To download our brochure, complete with sessions, dates, and fees, go to: Our Camp Website Link: www.pecometh.org
To find out more about scholarships, grants, friend referrals, and payment options, go to: Our Camp Website Link: www.pecometh.org
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We're hiring enthusiastic, self-motivated staffers who know what servant leadership is all about. We're looking for grit, initiative, and great communication skills. Are you creative, organized, and excited about working with kids?
We want you at Camp Pecometh! Variety of positions available. 9-week contract from early June to early August. Contact megansweeney[AT]pecometh.org or go to Our Camp Website Link: www.pecometh.org for more information.
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Camp Pecometh
Visit Our Camp Levine Website
202-686-8000 ext 1040 or 1041
camp[AT]levinemusic.org
Several Locations, including
2801 Upton St, NW
Washington, Washington DC 20008
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
DC, MD, VA
CAMPER AGES: 3 1/2 - 11 (rising 6th graders)
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Recognized by Washington City Paper's annual "Best of D.C." publication as one of "Best Summer Camps in D.C.," Camp Levine provides an engaging, fun-filled artistic experience for children of all musical backgrounds and levels of ability! From the daily camp morning sings to the final performances, campers learn new skills, gain confidence, and create lasting friendships - all while enjoying the bliss of summer.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We have 4 locations in DMV area. All campuses have complete indoor facilities and outdoor play areas.
DC Campus: NW
2801 Upton Street, NW, Washington, DC 20008
DC Campus: SE (Session 1 only)
1901 Mississippi Avenue, SE Washington, DC 20020
MD Campus: Strathmore
The Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, N. Bethesda, MD 20852
VA Campus: Falls Church
601 S. Oak Street, Falls Church, VA 22046
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Levine prides itself upon hiring enthusiastic teachers who are experienced teaching at the early childhood and elementary music levels. Camp Levine faculty must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The Teen Apprentice Program consists of responsible, mature, and enthusiastic junior high and high school students who assist groups of campers, support teachers in the classroom, learn effective techniques for working with children, and put their love of music and the arts to use.
Teen Apprentices do not need to have any musical knowledge or previous experience with Camp Levine or Levine Music. If the teen enjoys the arts, wants to be a role model for younger children, and wants to gain valuable educational experience assisting teachers and staff members, Camp Levine is a perfect way to spend the summer!
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Tuition Assistance is available. More information can be found on our website:
Our Camp Website Link: www.levinemusic.org
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We are a welcoming year-round community music school with diverse and comprehensive offerings of music instruction, as well as events and performances to inspire music lovers of all ages.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please see our website for session dates and times: Our Camp Website Link: www.levinemusic.org
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Our Camp Website Link: www.levinemusic.org
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Camp Levine
Visit Our Dance Camp & Drama Camp Website
301-459-7311 ext 3042
dance[AT]newhopeacademy.org
7009 Varnum Street
Landover Hills, Maryland Landover Hills
MOST RECENT UPDATE:
More than 6 months ago. Contact camp for the latest 2025 camp info.
CAMPER AGES: 7 to 18
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. 8:30 am to 4 pm (early and after care available)
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, and more.
▌Read More about Dance Camp & Drama Camp
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Taught by professional dance and drama teachers
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Go to Our Camp Website Link: www.newhopedance.org for dates and fees
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Dance Camp and Drama Camp
Visit Our JazzWire Summer Summit Website
(443) 822-6483
matt[AT]jazzwire.net
jeffantoniuk[AT]gmail.com
10701 Old Georgetown Rd
Rockville, Maryland 20852
CAMPER AGES: 30-80
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: JazzWire Summer Summit includes TWO session weeks of playing, learning, workshops, jam sessions and faculty concerts! The first session is a virtual session held online. The second session is in person, with tons of playing together in a group. Enrollment is limited to give you lots of personal attention and playing time. The faculty student ratio is 1:7, and our learning environment is focused, intimate and effective.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Music/Band, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located online for the first session, and located in Rockville Maryland for session 2. This is just a few minutes north of Washington DC.
▌Read More about JazzWire Summer Summit
CAMP FACILITIES: We use the facility of St. Mark Presbyterian Church. This facility includes two stories with plenty of classrooms for small group combo sessions. We're also equipped with an elevator, cafeteria for lunch, and bathrooms on both floors.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: JazzWire Summer Summit (formerly known as Maryland Summer Jazz), is entering its 18th year. Run & directed by Jeff Antoniuk, an internationally respected jazz composer and musician whose concerts and recordings are consistently well received by critics, he is accompanied by a world class faculty, ever changing each year. The camp includes personal classes, with a 1:7 ratio of Faculty to Student. Instrument specific masterclasses, Theory class electives, and a final concert at the end of the week are all part of the JazzWire Summer Summit experience.
JazzWire.net, our online platform is 100% integrated with The JazzWire Summer Summit experience, and you will become a subscriber ($49.95/ mo) to receive all the benefits. JazzWire is home to over 250 adult amateur and semi-pro musicians like you, from around the world, folks are learning, playing, practicing and progressing together like never before.
MOST of our playing at The Summit is in a jazz small group – no time wasted sitting in boring classes! We have only 25 spots for Session 1 (July 15 - 17, 2022) and 50 spots for Session 2/In Person (July 20 - 23, 2022). We are open to all instruments (and vocals). The moral of the story . . . don’t delay, these spots go fast!
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: ALL participants who attend The Summit will become JazzWire members, so your experience at The JazzWire Summit will be more in-depth than you will get at ANY other workshop on earth. You’ll be playing with your peers from the three JazzWire Online Communities, folks who you know and respect. We’ll be working on the JazzWire Summit music for months before the workshop (and for months after), so everyone will be showing up with some homework already done. We’ll be ready to play! When you sign up for The JazzWire Summer Summit, your JazzWire Growth Plan fee is waived (a $75 value). PLEASE NOTE: the initial six-month monthly subscription ($49.95/month) commitment to JazzWire still applies; see JazzWire Terms and Conditions for more information: Our Camp Website Link: wp.jazzwire.net
OTHER CAMP INFO: A typical day at JazzWire Summer Summit Session 1 includes
Small group rehearsal sessions playing with a faculty member
• Choose from several Electives
• In depth, instrument-specific master classes
• A 75 minute session with our Super Special Guest each day.
• Opportunities to meet faculty and other adult musicians from all over the world
A typical day at JazzWire Summer Summit Session 2 includes
• Small group rehearsal sessions playing with a faculty member
• Midday Faculty Mini-Concerts
• Workshops and Electives
• In depth, instrument-specific master classes
• A catered lunch
• Jam sessions & networking
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session 1 (ONLINE July 15-17, 2022)
$499.00 - EARLY BIRD tuition for three days (ENDS April 15th)
$599.00 - REGULAR tuition for three days (BEGINS April 16th)
$175.00 - AUDITOR per day
Session 2 (IN PERSON July 20-23, 2022)
$925.00 - EARLY BIRD tuition for four days (ENDS April 15th)
$1,025.00 - REGULAR tuition for four days (BEGINS April 16th)
$195.00 - AUDITOR per day
BOTH Sessions Discount
$1,275.00 - EARLY BIRD tuition for BOTH sessions (ENDS April 15th)
$1,375.00 - REGULAR tuition for BOTH sessions (BEGINS April 16th)
For more information, please read here: Our Camp Website Link: jazzwiresummit.com
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JazzWire Summer Summit
Visit Our Schoolhouse Theater Arts, Inc. Website
410-379-6991
Various Camp Locations
P.O. Box 8076
Elkridge, Maryland 21075
CAMPER AGES: 3-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Students with special needs are provided an adult one-on-one to help assist with any and all needs.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Travel, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Schoolhouse Theater Arts, Inc. mailing address is located in Elkridge, Md, however our programs run out of local schools and regional arts facilities.
▌Read More about Schoolhouse Theater Arts, Inc.
CAMP FACILITIES: Our camps are based out of the local schools and recreational facilities within the Baltimore, MD region. We offer camps through Howard County Recreation and Parks, The Chesapeake Arts Center in Anne Arundel County, and in Ocean City.
Our school year/ after school programs can be brought to your location through your P.T.A.. Contact us for more information!
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Schoolhouse Theater Arts, Inc. believes all children should have a chance to learn, grow, and discover the world around them through theater. Our company's goal is to offer children that chance, as well as the opportunity for fun, teamwork, creativity, and, of course, performance.
Schoolhouse Theater Arts, Inc. is owned and operated by Mimi Chiarella, Dave Ortega, and Cheryl Ramsey. They have been working together in children's theater in Howard County, MD since 1985. After working together in a variety of capacities, they decided to start their own children's theater company and in 2001 S.T.A. was born!
Schoolhouse Theater Arts employs only the finest educators. All owners and directors are Maryland State certified teachers with strong theatrical backgrounds.
STA also employs many aspiring teachers and high school students with an interest in theater and a love for children.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We are very flexible and are willing to set up payment plans to help accomodate all of our customers needs. Contact us for special requests.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We offer after school programs, as well as, two audition only traveling acting troupes. Our traveling actors have performed in a variety of locations, locally and out of state! Some places we have performed include local theme parks, Atlanta, New York, and Disney World!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp details vary depending on duration and location. Please visit our website to see all that we have to offer, at: Our Camp Website Link: www.schoolhousetheaterarts.com
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are always looking to hire those interested in theater to join our team. Please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.schoolhousetheaterarts.com to fill out an application or call us at 410-379-6991.
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Schoolhouse Theater Arts Inc
Visit Our Navy Cheer Camp Website
410-978-7277
ksalyers[AT]usna.edu
United States Naval Academy
Annapolis, Maryland
CAMPER AGES: 7-14 (approx)
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. July 27, 2016- June 1, 2016 Daily
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Cheerleading and Gymnastics Camp. Kip Simons, former Olympian gymnast and Kim Salyers, Head Coach of Navy Cheerleading team up to take cheerleaders or inspiring cheerleaders to their next level. Jeremy Adams also joins the staff of professionals with his expertise of proper form and injury prevention techniques.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Gymnastics, Cheerleading, and more.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Full Collegiate tumbling facility with spring floors, tumble tracks and foam pits.
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Navy Cheer Camp
Visit Our Oh My Cheer Traveling Cheer Camps Website
443-635-4744
meller2[AT]jhmi.edu
We Come To You!!! MD, DE, VA, PA
Maryland
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
MD, DE, VA, PA
CAMPER AGES: 3-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. We work with your schedule, day, evenings, weekends
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers. All Girl Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Gymnastics, Cheerleading, and more.
▌Read More about Oh My Cheer Traveling Cheer Camps
CAMP FACILITIES: AFFORDABLE CHEER CAMPS AND COACHES CLINICS
STARTING AT $30 (PER CAMPER) FOR 4 HOUR CAMPS!!!!
WE BRING THE CAMP TO YOU!!!!
Rec, High School, All-star customized camps. Coaches Clinics, Stunt Clinics, Routines and much more. 4-6-8 hour camps in MD, DC, VA, PA, NJ, DE
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Oh My Cheer Traveling Cheer Camps
Visit Our Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park Summer Camp Website
410-295-0104 x31
community[AT]amaritime.org
7300 Edgewood Road
Annapolis, Maryland 21403
CAMPER AGES: pK - 10th Grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers. All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: At the Annapolis Maritime Museum Summer Camp, campers will get their hands wet and feet muddy while exploring our 12-acre Park campus with wooded-trails, a secluded cove, and marsh habitat on the shores of Back Creek. This summer, join us as we play in the woods and water, discover more about our local maritime heritage, and become inspired environmental stewards!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Science, Technology, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. - Boat Excursions
- Kayaking (entering 4th Grade & Up)
▌Read More about Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park Summer Camp
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Check out our summer camp sessions for campers entering pre-Kindergarten through 10th grade. Activities are specifically designed with each age group in mind. Our youngest campers will enjoy hands-on animal investigations, water play, arts and crafts, and stories, while campers in 4th-10th grade are challenged with additional water-based adventures including kayak and boat excursions, standup paddle boarding, and fishing.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships available - apply here: Our Camp Website Link: amaritime.wpengine.com
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Week-long, day camp sessions beginning June 22 through September 4th. Check out our session themes here: Our Camp Website Link: amaritime.org
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
College internships available - apply here: Our Camp Website Link: amaritime.org
High School volunteers - email community[AT]amaritime.org
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Annapolis Maritime Museum and Park Summer Camp
Visit Our Peabody Bassoon Week, LLC Website
410-358-5430
410-241-5268
peabodybassoonweek[AT]gmail.com
Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University
1 East Mt. Vernon Place
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
4100 N. Charles St., #808
Baltimore, MD 21218
CAMPER AGES: 14 years old - College
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Commuter option available
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: This week-long Bassoon program includes daily lessons, master classes, tenor clef readings (for younger students), chamber music coaching, and reed-making workshops — in addition to a focus on specific repertoire. Whether you are preparing for a college or conservatory audition or looking to stand out as a music major, Peabody Bassoon Week is designed to help you become a stronger, more confident player and take your musicianship to the next level. There will also be plenty of evening activities and opportunities for socializing with other participants. You’ll find more information and an online application on our website.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Music/Band, and more. Bassoon.
CAMP LOCATION: The Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University is conveniently located in the Mount Vernon cultural district of Baltimore, just one mile north of the Inner Harbor. Our location provides easy access from major highways, airports (20 minutes from BWI), and both train and bus stations.
▌Read More about Peabody Bassoon Week, LLC
CAMP FACILITIES: The Peabody Institute has residence halls located above the Unger lounge and the Peabody Dining Hall. Each fully-furnished room is equipped with a twin XL bed, a dresser, a mirror, a desk and chair, an Ethernet internet jack, a bulletin board. The halls also have a common kitchen, lounge appliances such as a microwave, a common television, and 24-hour-a-day laundry facilities. The residence halls are located steps away from the Dining Hall, classrooms, studios, Arthur Friedheim Library, practice rooms and concert halls.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The program is led by Phillip Kolker, Artist Bassoon Faculty of the Peabody Conservatory, retired chair of orchestral instruments, Peabody Conservatory, and retired Principle Bassoon of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. Other faculty include Lynn Moncilovich of the University of Delaware, Robert Sirois, Howard Country Public School System music faculty, and Holden McAleer, master repairman.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Sunday, July 22 to Sunday, July 29, 2018
Tuition: Resident, All-inclusive (except parking) $1,300
Commuter Student:(Room, Board, parking excluded): $850
Parking: $10 per day
Application deadline: May 5, 2018
See website for application, more details and other options.
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Peabody Bassoon Week LLC
Visit Our Hampden Dance Arts Website
267-909-1697
jenn[AT]hampdendancearts.com
3547 Chestnut Avenue
Baltimore, Maryland 21211
CAMPER AGES: 3-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Hampden Dance Arts offers camps most weeks of the summer. For our youngest dancers we have dance theme camps that feature dance classes and arts and crafts, and for older children we offer camps that allow students to immerse themselves in a genre or several genres all in one week!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are in the trendy Hampden neighborhood of Baltimore, just off the "Avenue" main street. We are in close proximity to the Johns Hopkins University area, and just a 10 minute drive from the Coldspring exit off I-83
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CAMP FACILITIES: Hampden Dance is a sparkling new studio with with hardwood floors an outside deck for breaktime.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 22-26, 9:30-Noon, Ages 3-6, Moana-Inspired Theme Camp
June 22-26, 1-4 PM, Ages 7-9, Let’s Dance! Week
June 29-July 3, 9:30-Noon, Ages 3-6, Frozen-Inspired Theme Camp
June 29-July 3, 1-3:30 PM, Ages 3-6, Frozen-Inspired Theme Camp
July 6-10, 9:30-Noon, Ages 3-6, Leap-Inspired Theme Camp
July 6-10, 1-4 PM, Ages 10-12, Jazz/Contemporary Workshop
July 13-17, 9-2 PM, Ages 7-9, Dance Express Workshop
July 20-24, 9:30-Noon, Ages 3-6, Holidays in July Nutcracker Camp
July 20-24, 1-4 PM, Ages 7-9, Ballet Intensive Camp
July 27-31, 9-2 PM, Ages 10-12, Dance Express Workshop
August 3-7, 9-2 PM, Ages 13 & Up, Dance Express Workshop
August 10-14, 9:30- Noon, Ages 3-6, Under the Sea Little Mermaid Theme Camp
August 10-14, 1-3:30 PM, Ages 3-6, Under the Sea Little Mermaid Theme Camp
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Hampden Dance Arts
Visit Our FAME Foundation for the Advancement of Music & Education Website
301-805-5358
info[AT]famemusic.org
Wise High School
12650 Brooke Lane
Upper Marlboro, Maryland 20772
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
University of Maryland School of Music
2110 The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center
College Park, MD 20742
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
P O Box 2228
Bowie, MD 20718-2228
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our FAME Foundation for the Advancement of Music & Education Video
CAMPER AGES: Grades 7-12
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Monday through Friday, from 9 am – 4 pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: This unique and fun-filled summer program is designed for students wanting to improve their musicianship, seeking careers in music, or for those who have an interest in exploring music composition, recording, production or singing.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Music/Band, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located at Wise High School & The University of Maryland School of Music.
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Summer Music Program has four sessions – each is an intensive weeklong program with three workshops spanning instrumental music, music technology, vocal music, and songwriting. Through fun music workshops that incorporate STEM learning, students create original music compositions with the use of contemporary tools, understand the basics of audio recording and manipulating digital audio, strengthen vocals, and improve musical performance of instructor identified repertoire.
Please go to Our Camp Website Link: famemusic.org for more details.
OTHER CAMP INFO: The 2022 FAME Summer Music Program offer four separate sessions with three weeklong workshops each session. All workshops are held Monday through Friday, from 9 – 4 pm for a total of 35 hours. Materials are included. A camp T-shirt must be worn during the camp. Students can elect to participate in a different workshop each week.
Students will plan, organize, and implement a closing program open to families, sponsors, and members of the community. Students receive a certificate of completion at the end of each workshop.
This program has been presented in a partnership between FAME and the University of Maryland School of Music since 2011. It is supported in part by the Prince George’s County Government, United Parcel Service (UPS), PEPCO, and Exelon Company, MGM, Prince George’s County Public School System, Community Foundation of the National Capitol Area, and Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please see Our Camp Website Link: famemusic.org for more details.
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FAME Foundation for the Advancement of Music and Education
Visit Our Sandy Hill Camp Website
410-287-5554
info[AT]sandyhillcamp.com
3380 Turkey Point Road
North East, Maryland 21901
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Sandy Hill Camp Video
CAMPER AGES: 8-16 years old
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: One and two-week overnight sessions for boys and girls ages 8-16 located on 211-acres overlooking the Chesapeake Bay in North East, MD (halfway between Baltimore and Philadelphia). Traditional camp program with a choice of activities: sailing, waterskiing, ropes course, archery, sports, creative and performing arts, horses, pool, and zipline.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Musical Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Basketball, Football, Weightloss, Soccer, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Archery, Canoeing, Field Hockey, Fishing, Gaga Ball, Guitar, International Cooking, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Magic, Outdoor Living Skills, Ropes Course With Climbing Wall & Zipline, Tumbling, Volleyball, & Waterskiing.
CAMP LOCATION: Sandy Hill Camp is located on 211 scenic acres overlooking the Upper Chesapeake Bay near the town of North East, Maryland.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Our One-Week Campers sleep in rustic cabins and located nearby are clean, modern and newly renovated bathrooms with shower facilities and electricity. Lodges for Two-Week Campers are modern yet rustic-looking, 4300 square foot, two-story buildings that each house at least 48 campers and staff. The lodges have electricity, central air-conditioning, storage cubbies, fans, and indoor plumbing. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.sandyhillcamp.com for more information on our facility.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Sandy Hill Camp is a family-owned and operated, licensed and ACA-accredited, residential summer camp. The programs are designed to help each camper learn and grow through fun, educational, and character-building experiences. Campers are supervised by a caring and qualified staff who lead by example to create a safe and nurturing environment. Please visit our website for more information.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The Counselor-In-Training (CIT), Junior Counselor (JC) and Assistant Counselor (AC) programs at Sandy Hill are designed to introduce interested high-schoolers to the exciting and rewarding world of being a camp counselor. Visit our website for more detailed information about our junior staff program.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Complete registration information can be found on our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.SandyHillCamp.com. Our Dates & Availability page will allow you to see real-time information as to session dates and which sessions are available. Fees can also be found through our website.
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Sandy Hill Camp
Visit Our American Dance Training Camps Website
866-383-ADTC (2382)
info[AT]danceadtc.com
8 Locations Across the US & Canada
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
California
Colorado
North Carolina
Maryland
Texas
Wisconsin
Vermont
BC Canada
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
1631 Barton Springs Rd
Austin, TX
78704
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our American Dance Training Camps Video
CAMPER AGES: 8 - 17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: American Dance Training Camp (ADTC) is the ULTIMATE overnight dance camp for girls ages 8 - 17 with eight beautiful locations. Spend a week or two (or more) learning the latest jazz, hip hop & contemporary dance moves with celebrity choreographers. No dance experience necessary - absolute beginners through advanced performers are welcome.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Musical Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Gymnastics, Cheerleading, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: ULTIMATE Rocky Mountains Colorado:
Session 1: June 5 - 11, 2022
Session 2: June 12 - 18, 2022
ULTIMATE Smoky Mountains North Carolina:
Session 1: June 12 - 18, 2022
Session 2: June 19 - 25, 2022
ULTIMATE Sierra Tahoe California:
Session 1: June 19 - 25, 2022
Session 2: June 26 - July 2, 2022
ULTIMATE Green Mountains Vermont:
Session 1: July 3 - 9, 2022
Session 2: July 10 - 16, 2022
Session 3: July 17 - 23, 2022
ULTIMATE Central Lakes Wisconsin:
Session 1: July 10 - 16, 2022
Session 2: July 17 - 23, 2022
Session 3: July 24 - 30, 2022
ULTIMATE Hill Country Texas:
Session 1: July 10 - 16, 2022
Session 2: July 17 - 23, 2022
ULTIMATE Mid Atlantic Maryland:
Session 1: July 24 - 30, 2022
Session 2: July 31 - Aug 6, 2022
ULTIMATE Coast Mountains BC Canada:
Session 1: July 24 - 30, 2022
Session 2: July 31 - Aug 6, 2022
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CAMP FACILITIES: We offer overnight/sleepaway dance camps in beautiful locations where the pace of life is slower. At ADTC, mountains, forests and lakes will surround you. You'll raise your serotonin, boost your immune system, and do what you love all day long.
Our dance camps are near renowned destination resorts & famous cities. At ADTC, you'll have access to all of the activities you'd want to enjoy at camp, as well as all of the amenities you'd expect to find at a resort. And we have just as much fun outside the dance studio as we do in class!
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our top-notch dance choreographers bring the freshest dance combinations to our dance camps! They hail from the best dance studios, schools and performance groups.
ADTC choreographers have the most impressive dance resumes: they are Radio City Rockettes; Broadway & MTV performers; celebrities from your favorite dance TV shows; and collegiate dance team competitors.
No matter what level dancer you are, we’ve got fun & challenging dance classes that’ll fit you just right.
You’ll take four dance classes daily and at week’s end you get to show off your new moves in a big Friday night performance for family, friends and fellow campers.
In addition to core dance classes in contemporary, hip hop & jazz (styles of jazz vary and may include lyrical, modern or Broadway), you’ll choose between ballet, tap or world dance for your core elective dance class.
And we believe girls in our perfectionist culture need to get out and have more authentic fun! At ADTC you can enjoy awesome activities & extras like horseback riding, kayaking, paintball, trampolines, swimming, hiking, rock wall climbing, alpine slides, water rides, and so much more!
Join us this summer for your chance to take dance classes with the best choreographers in the world!
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have a Counselor-In-Training program for girls ages 16 & 17 (application required; 2 week minimum commitment):
Our Camp Website Link: www.americandancetrainingcamp.com
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer need-based scholarships for up to 1/2 off tuition:
Our Camp Website Link: www.americandancetrainingcamp.com
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We offer discounted "family vacation packages" for parents looking to stay nearby while their daughter attends ADTC.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: FREE weekend virtual dance camps:
Our Camp Website Link: www.americandancetrainingcamp.com
Custom choreography:
Our Camp Website Link: www.americandancetrainingcamp.com
On-demand dance classes & choreography:
Our Camp Website Link: www.americandancetrainingcamp.com
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For dates & rates, visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.americandancetrainingcamp.com
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Staff Application: Our Camp Website Link: www.americandancetrainingcamp.com
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American Dance Training Camps
Visit Our Upper Falls Dance Academy Website
410-592-3814
contact[AT]upperfallsdance.com
7821 Bradshaw Road
Upper Falls, Maryland 21156
CAMPER AGES: 3-12
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: 1 and 2 week camps offered June-August
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Musical Theater, and more.
▌Read More about Upper Falls Dance Academy
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
1 and 2 week camps offered June-August
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Upper Falls Dance Academy
Visit Our Timber Ridge Camp Website
410-833-4080
trcamps[AT]aol.com
12119 Heneson Garth
Owings Mills, MD 21117
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Timber Ridge Camp Video
CAMPER AGES: 6 - 16
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Residential
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Gymnastics, Basketball, Soccer, Golf, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Team Sports, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located 90 Miles West of Washington DC, or 15 Miles west of Winchester, Va. Surrounded by the beautiful Cacapon River, nestled in the Shenandoah Mountains.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Timber Camp has 10 Tennis Courts, 3 outdoor Basketball Courts, A beautiful Hardwood Basketball Court, 3 Sand Volleyball Courts, 3 Theaters, 2 Soccer Fields, Flying Trapeze both indoor and outdoor, Gymnastics Gym, Wake Board Lake, Cacapon River, Olympics sized swimming pool, 3 Horse back riding rings, and so much more!
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Timber Ridge is accredited by the American Camp Association.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership program.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Call for Special Pricing information.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Timber Ridge Runs 2, 3, 4 and 8 Week sessions for boys and girls aged 6-16. Check out the Website Our Camp Website Link: www.trcamps.com for dates and fees. Call us for special pricing.
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Timber Ridge Camp
Visit Our Computer Kids Club Website
302-438-1318
computerkidsclub[AT]aol.com
National
P.O. Box 246
Bear, Delaware 19701
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
This school is a virtual school and offers classes nationwide. We have 1-hour classes, summer camp, holiday and school break camps. Lessons include typing, coding, math, science, arts and learning the Google programs. Classes are designed for K-5.
CAMPER AGES: Ages 5-13
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Online. Schedule on link provided
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Our summer camps, holiday and school break camps are virtual and run for 2.5 hours. Then we have our 1-hour classes available all year long. Students enrich their computer science skills in our program. Typing, Coding, Arts, Math and Google program instruction are key. Just an idea of the fun: Students use computer arts to design a POKEMON, MINECRAFT, ROBLOX or other favorite theme while learning Google Slides or during our ART sessions. Typing is a very important skill to learn and students are taught the correct way to type over a series of classes.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Special Needs are welcome.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Computers, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Since Covid all classes have been shifted to my online program. Use the link provided to access my schedule.
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CAMP FACILITIES: One in-person camp will be held at the Georgetown Public Library in July 2025, located in Sussex County, DE.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Beginner coding skills are taught helping children learn sequencing and terms that grown up coders use everyday to create video games and more. Math and Science activities engage your child in learning and our ARTS program helps students understand how computer artists work in the field.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: This program can also be delivered through our TUTORING service by appointment during the summer.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Online camps such as summer, holiday and school break camps run for 2.5 hours and cost $55 for the session.
1-hour classes run all year long and currently cost $20 per class.
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Computer Kids Club
Visit Our Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts Summer Art Camp Website
215-972-2054
215-972-2105
artcamp[AT]pafa.org
118 North Broad Street
Youth and Family Programs
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
CAMPER AGES: 6-14
TYPE OF CAMP: Online. Mon-Fri: 9am - 3pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Every day, campers engage in live, interactive art making with their instructors and friends on the video platform Zoom. We also use Canvas for sharing daily schedules, online artwork and discussions between campers and instructors. And as always, every camp week will culminate with a virtual exhibition and opening reception for family and friends live streamed on Zoom.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Center City, Philadelphia, PA. one block from historic City Hall.
▌Read More about Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts Summer Art Camp
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: - Live Zooming and friendship-making time (prescheduled so your family can plan ahead!)
- Off-screen activities for independent play and learning (and naps! and yard time!)
- Hands-on activities with real art materials (art camp should be a little messy!)
- Small group sizes ensure that campers receive high quality instruction and individual attention from their teachers.
- Daily movement and mindfulness exercises integrated throughout the day to get the wiggles out
Camp tuition includes an Art Toolbox mailed to your home and a live exhibition every Friday that the whole family can attend, even those living far away.
Camp Staff:
Katerina Romanenko, Ph.D. Assistant Director of Youth and Family Programs
An experienced educator and visual culture historian, Dr. Romanenko specializes in Museum education, art history, American History, and object-based learning in formal and informal environments. She holds a PhD in Art History from the City University of New York and for more than 15 years teaches art history and works in Museum education. She also holds a BA in Education Sciences and has experience in research, development and implementation of educational programs for different age groups.
Alicia Mino, Art Educator, Manager of the School and Community Programs
An accomplished practicing artists and art educator, Alicia Mino received her Master’s in visual communication from the Metropolitan University of Chile, She spent fifteen years in Italy studying art history, oil painting, and sculpture. She presented in numerous art exhibitions and founded the Mates Art and Design Studio, where she taught drawing, oil/acrylic painting, and sculpture fundamentals for ten years. In 2008 Alicia moved to Philadelphia where she continues to exhibit her work and teaches art.
Lindsey Murphy, Art Educator and K-8 Program Coordinator
An art educator with over a decade of experience in the field of education, Lindsey Murphy has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology; concentration in Archaeology from Millersville University, and an Elementary Teaching Certification from Millersville University. She worked as a general education classroom teacher in the Oxford Area School District in Chester County, PA for 8 years, and has worked in PAFA’s education department over the past 11 years creating and implementing numerous museum tours and art making experiences for children and families of all backgrounds, becoming the K-8 Program Coordinator in 2019..
Melissa Hendrixson, Art Educator
Melissa Hendrixson is an artist and art educator who has worked in Museum Education for over five years. She has her Bachelor's of Fine Arts and Studio Certificate from Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and has gained experience through assisting the coordination and development of various museum programming including family programs, youth art classes, and summer camps. She now works for the School and Community Partnership Program as an art educator where she develops and implements museum tours, school lessons, and community outreach programs to support student learning, parental engagement and visual literacy initiatives.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: It is our sincere desire that no child be denied the opportunity to attend camp because of financial difficulties. Thanks to our generous donors, PAFA is able to offer a limited number of scholarships.
Please email artcamp[AT]pafa.org to receive a scholarship application
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Friday Art Show
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: PAFA offers a year round programs, online and in person for youth and families that engage parents and children with the museum collection and art-making. Our programs inculde art classes for middle school students, afterschool program for kids 6-11, and Sunday Family workshops. please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.pafa.org
OTHER CAMP INFO: Drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, comic books and graphic novels, collage and mixed media, and video arts.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Dates
June 21 - August 13, 8 weeks
Ages: 6-14 (groups: 6-8; 9-11; 12-14)
Mon-Fri from 9am - 3pm each day (except July 5rd).
For camps description, cost and schedule go to the registration website. Our Camp Website Link: www.pafa.org
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Assistants and Camp Instructors.
Please visit for current job announcements and apply via
Our Camp Website Link: hr.pafa.org
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Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts Summer Art Camp
Visit Our Slayton House Summer Theater Camps Website
410-730-3987
events[AT]wildelake.org
10400 Cross Fox Lane
Columbia, Maryland 21044
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
10400 Cross Fox Lane
Columbia, MD. 21044
CAMPER AGES: 6-14
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: At Slayton House Theatre Camp of the Arts, our programming provides access to theatre arts and creates an environment where campers can take risks while building meaningful relationships. Our camp provides learning opportunities where campers develop and strengthen their social skills while also improving their performing skills. The performances at the end of each session are an opportunity for families to see the self-confidence that emerges as well as the growth each child has made.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Academics, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in Wilde Lake Village Center in Columbia, Maryland.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Slayton House Theatre Camp of the Arts utilizes the Slayton House Theatre to give campers the chance to practice their drama skills on a full sized stage!
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Slayton House Theatre Camp of the Arts receives its operational permit from the Maryland Department of Health. This means that we follow all COMAR regulations to keep our campers safe!
All of our staff has completed a state, federal, and Child Protective Services background checks which are processed before the start of camp. Our counselors are also trained in the field of theatre and provide instruction in their strongest theatre discipline.
Our goal with each camp program is to provide access to theatre arts and creates an environment where campers can take risks while building meaningful relationships.
We are a permitted camp through The Maryland Department of Health, meaning we must be in state compliance before opening each year.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For more information, please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.campofthearts.com
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Slayton House Summer Theater Camps
Visit Our Mountain Maryland Music Institute Website
sean.beachy[AT]garrettcollege.edu
687 Mosser Road
McHenry, Maryland 21541
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Mountain Maryland Music Institute Video
CAMPER AGES: 8-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Daily 9am - 5pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: The Mountain Maryland Music Institute is an exciting summer enrichment program located at Garrett College in the beautiful mountains of Western Maryland. Participants will focus on technique, repertoire, and music theory through expert group and individual instruction.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Music/Band, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in the beautiful Mountains of Western Maryland in the heart of Garrett County near Deep Creek Lake.
▌Read More about Mountain Maryland Music Institute
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Focus on ensemble rehearsal and performance in concert band and choir setting. Expert instruction by regional educators and performing artists. Individual and group instruction. Emphasis on music theory and musicianship. Traditional camp activities.
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Mountain Maryland Music Institute
Visit Our Glenelg Country School Website
410-531-8600
kmahoney[AT]glenelg.org
summerprograms[AT]glenelg.org
12793 Folly Quarter Road
Ellicott City, Maryland 21042
CAMPER AGES: 4-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers. All Boy Campers. All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Glenelg Country School offers summer programs on an over 90-acre wooded campus. These programs for children ages 4-17 include traditional day, adventure, sport, and specialized camps. Campers enjoy opportunities to utilize the pool, tennis courts, playing fields, computers, and other amenities. Extended day programs, swim lessons, and pool memberships are available.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Golf, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Wrestling, Team Sports, Computers, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Lacrosse, Field Hockey, Flag Football, Fitness, Multisport, Cooking, Yoga, Foreign Language & Culture, Sewing, Reading & Literature, Writing, Math, Journalism, Art, STEM, CIT, Science, Technology, Filmmaking
CAMP LOCATION: Glenelg Country School offers summer programs on an idyllic over 90-acre wooded campus in Howard County, just outside of Baltimore, Maryland.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Glenelg Country School campers enjoy opportunities to utilize the pool, athletic center, tennis courts, playing fields, theater, outdoor amphitheater, technology labs, pond, outdoor classrooms, and other amenities.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Glenelg Country School has been offering quality summer programs for over 30 years. Our Summer programs provide children entering Pre-K4 through grade 12 with a fun and educational experience in a relaxed and safe environment. These programs include traditional, adventure, sport, and specialized day camps and sport clinics. A Counselor-in-Training program is also offered for high school aged students.
Extended day program, bus service, swim lessons, and pool memberships are also available. Our summer programs are staffed by members of the Glenelg Country School faculty, supplemented by other qualified professionals, and assisted by junior counselors; all staff members undergo a criminal background check and we maintain a camper-to-staff ratio of less that 10 to 1.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The Counselor in Training Program offers opportunities for older campers to work on leadership skills during the summer, including hands-on activities, team-building, communication, and problem-solving.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 19-July 28, 2017
One week sessions offered.
Check on our website for full listing and pricing information at: Our Camp Website Link: www.glenelg.org.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Applicants please contact summerprograms[AT]glenelg.org for an application.
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Glenelg Country School
Visit Our Dance Camp CoMMotion Website
301-515-8908
commotion.me[AT]gmail.com
13097 Wisteria Dr
Germantown, Maryland 20874
CAMPER AGES: 4-16
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Weekdays 9-3
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Musical Theater, Gymnastics, Cheerleading, Weightloss, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Dance Camp at CoMMotion is located in Germantown, Md.
▌Read More about Dance Camp CoMMotion
CAMP FACILITIES: Dance Camp CoMMotion has 4 state of the art, spring floor dance studios. Sprung floors help to prevent injuries and are the professional standard.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Dance Camp CoMMotion's faculty are professional dancers with college degrees in dance education and dance performance. We have over 30 years of experience in teaching and dance education.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Dance Camp at CoMMotion is held at CoMMotion Dance which is a full range dance studio. Programs in Ballet, Hip Hop, Contemporary,Jazz, Tap, Break Dance, Acro-tumbling and Lyrical are offered year round for children and teens.
Our programs include early dance education through competitive performance teams.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Discounts for multiple weeks of camps are availabe.
Camps for Ages 7-16
June 23-27
Poms & Drill Team Workshop
June 30-July 3
Jazz & Contemporary Workshop
July 7-11
Be a Diva! Ballet & Jazz Intensive
July 28-August 1
So You KNOW You Can Dance
August 4-8
The Triple Threat Adventure
Musical Theatre Camp
August 11-15
Step Up, To Dance!
Tiny Dancers Camp for Ages 4-6
9:00am -11:00 Sessions ($110/session)
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Dance Camp CoMMotion
Visit Our Summer Institute for the Gifted Website
203-399-5000
diane[AT]go.giftedstudy.org
Various Campus Locations
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Connecticut, New Jersey, Massachusetts, California, Florida, New York, Maryland, Virginia, Georgia
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
1 High Ridge Park, Stamford, CT 06905
CAMPER AGES: 5-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: The Summer Institute for the Gifted (SIG), a Non-Profit academic program for gifted, academically talented, and creative students, ages 5 to 17, offers summer day, commuter, and residential programs. The 3-week programs combine academics with social, cultural, and recreational opportunities for a truly engaging summer, enriching minds where creativity thrives. Choose from prestigious campuses including Yale, Princeton, Emory, and UCLA, among others. Come see what is exciting and new at GiftedStudy.org! Explore your summer. Expand your mind.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Weightloss, Swimming, Tennis, Martial Arts, Computers, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, and more.
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Summer Institute for the Gifted
Visit Our Music Creators Academy Website
themusiccreatorsacademy[AT]gmail.com
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
3805 S. Valmore Avenue
Bloomington, IN 47403
USA
CAMPER AGES: 12-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Online. Weekdays 11 AM–12 PM and 2–4 PM EDT
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Join fellow middle- and high-school music students in making new music for virtual ensembles mentored by renowned com- posers, including Brian Balmages, Steven Bryant, Viet Cuong, Tyler Grant, Garrett Hope, Cait Nishimura, Benjamin Taylor, Alex Shapiro, Joseph Sowa, and Haley Woodrow. Together, we will expand our creative abilities and forge new musical friendships for the social distancing era and beyond.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Music/Band, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: All camp activities take place online via Zoom. Participants from across North America are welcome!
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Each student will participate in:
• A large ensemble—which will workshop and give the world premiere of a new work by one of the mentor composers
• A small ensemble—which will co-create, rehearse, and premiere new work(s) by the student participants
• A small home group—which will feature games and social activities
• (Optional) Two, hour-long private composition les- sons—which will give students professional feedback on their music and personalized instruction
• A final, virtual concert—on Friday, July 31, 2 PM EDT
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We desire to make it possible for everyone who wants to join us to be able to participate regardless of family finances. We have a limited amount of funds available. Please email for more information.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Technology Requirements:
• Desktop or laptop computer (Mac preferred)
• A separate device to record audio/video (such as a tablet or smartphone)
• Headphones or earbuds
• An external microphone and audio interface would provide a better experience, but are not mandatory
• All enrolled students will receive a FREE, 90-day license for Dorico Pro 3.5
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
• No audition or prior composition experience required.
• Base Tuition: $450
• Registration Deadline: July 1, 2020
To learn more and to register, please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.musiccreatorsacademy.com
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Music Creators Academy
Visit Our Camp Wright Website
410-643-4171 (office)
410-643-8421 (fax)
400 Camp Wright Lane
Stevensville, Maryland 21666
CAMPER AGES: 6-15 yrs
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Specialty Camps with Trips
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian. Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, we welcome groups of other religious affilitations as well.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: We are wheelchair accessible and willing to work with special needs campers to accomodate them to the best of our abilities. Please contact our director at director[AT]campwright.com for more information.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Soccer, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Team Sports, Science, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Rugby, Ultimate Frisbee, Lacrosse, Horse Camp, Christmas Session, Senior Camp
CAMP LOCATION: We are located on 140 acres of waterfront property on the Eastern Shore of Maryland's Chesapeake Bay. We have beach areas that overlook the Bay Bridge as well as forest trails, open fields, and a wooded cabin village. We are just 2 miles from the first exit off of US 50/301 E after you cross the Bay Bridge.
CAMP FACILITIES: We have 19 rustic cabins situated both on the waterfront and in the woods. Tennis, basketball and sand volleyball courts as well as soccer and softball fields are available for all campers' enjoyment. Our outdoor chapel, junior olympic swimming pool, and open air pavilion are great gathering places on hot summer days.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Wright is an ACA accredited camp and is a ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Easton. Founded in 1930, Camp Wright offers summer camps and other programs that develop children of all ages and backgrounds through living, recreating, singing and praying in an environment that promotes leadership and individual growth.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have leadership programs for both our Day and Resident campers. These programs include traditional camp activities along with teambuilding exercises, leadership skill development and offsite trips.
Day Camp offer a Leadership Adventure Program for 6th-8th graders.
Resident Camp offers Senior High Leadership, Senior High Adventure Camp, and Senior Camp Session for 9th-11th graders.
The Resident Camp also offers a CIT program where teens who have completed 10th- 11th grade choose two weeks during the summer for their training. One week is spent working in the kitchen for half the day and the other half helping with programming for younger campers. The other week is spent in the cabin with campers and full time staff to really get a feel for what it is like to be counselor.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships and payment plans are available for those in need. Please visit our website for more information
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We have many events that happen at Camp Wright that are open to the community. Many area schools have field days here on property and the Christ Church Fall Fest is open to any one interested in crafts, music, food, and games for the family.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to website for information about session dates and fees.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Every summer we hire counselors for both Resident and Day Camp. We also have other job opportunities for those seeking jobs who are under the age of 18.
Please refer to our website for complete employment information.
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Camp Wright
Visit Our Intermuse International Music Insitute and Festival USA Website
443-377-3730
info[AT]imif.us
Mount Saint Mary's University
16300 Old Emmitsburg Road
Emmitsburg, Maryland 21727
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
P.O. Box 28060, Baltimore, MD 21239
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Intermuse International Music Insitute and Festival USA Video
CAMPER AGES: 13-23
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: The IIMIF summer program attracts pianists and string players (violinists, violists, and cellists) from around the world. Students participate in an intensive time of chamber music rehearsals and coachings, private lessons, and interdisciplinary seminars. The program culminates with solo and chamber ensemble performances.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Academics, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: The International Music Institute and Festival USA takes place at Mount Saint Mary's University, an hour from Baltimore or Washington D.C. and 15 minutes from historic Gettysburg. This scenic and safe campus is located in Emmitsburg, Maryland.
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CAMP FACILITIES: All events and activities take place on the beautiful Mount St. Mary's University campus, which includes three performance halls. Students reside in single, air-conditioned rooms in a newly-built residence hall and enjoy meals prepared in the campus dining hall.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The International Music Institute and Festival USA offers a stimulating and nurturing environment where each aspect of the individual experience is given careful thought and attention. Our dynamic summer music festival is for violin, viola, cello, and piano. The short but intense 10-day program is filled with private lessons, chamber music, and interdisciplinary seminars and workshops, culminating with solo and chamber ensemble performances. Enrollment is limited, facilitating an intense musical experience as well as lasting friendships.
World-class faculty include such renowned musicians as Jonathan Carney (concertmaster of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra), Brian Ganz (faculty at Peabody Conservatory, winner of Silver Medal at Queen Elizabeth Competition), Chin Kim (faculty at Mannes School of Music, winner of Silver Medal at Queen Elizabeth Competition), Blanka Bednarz (faculty at Dickinson College), Cecylia Barczyk (faculty at Towson University), and many others dedicated to assisting the next generation of musicians achieve their musical and personal goals. Students will have opportunities to work with each of these faculty members, whether it be in private lessons, chamber music coachings, or master classes. They will eat in the same dining hall, be available for answering questions, and perform recitals at IMIF. IMIF is exceptionally international: each year we welcome young musicians from around the world. Recent participants have joined us from Iceland, Estonia, Norway, Germany, Russia, Israel, Mexico, Sri Lanka, India, Indonesia, China, Taiwan, Japan, Korea, Argentina, and Canada (as well as across the USA).
In addition to our core curriculum of solo and chamber music, we include interdisciplinary arts experiences in which participants experience a holistic approach to music education. They learn how to take care of their bodies and prevent performance injuries, feel more confident and become more expressive on stage, and practice more effectively. Workshop topics include: Performance Psychology, Introduction to Dance and Movement, Ensemble and Collaborative Skills (theatre workshop), Improvisation, Careers in Music, Stage Presence, and Effective Practicing.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We are able to offer partial-tuition scholarships. Applicants are also encouraged to seek out sponsors in their communities, e.g. schools, arts or civic organizations, private donors, and local businesses. Past participants have successfully found support to pay tuition and travel expenses through grants, donations from family and friends, and benefit concerts.
OTHER CAMP INFO: One of the really unique aspects of this summer music course is the five-day concert tour that follows the institute. Selected participants who apply for this tour are given the opportunity to perform concerts in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Washington D.C. Participants stay with local families, and enjoy receptions, sight-seeing, and shopping.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2017 Institute: July 7-16
Concert tour: July 16-19
The total all-inclusive tuition is $1860 (USD).
Final deadline is April 15, 2017.
For more information, visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.iimif.com.
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Intermuse International Music Insitute and Festival USA
Visit Our SPSG Summer Website
(443) 632-1083
spsgsummer[AT]spsfg.org
11232 Falls Road
Brooklandville, Maryland 21022
CAMPER AGES: Co-ed and single sex programs for students, rising Kindergarten through 12th grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers. All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: SPSG Summer at St. Paul's School for Girls offers a variety of co-ed and all-girls summer programming for rising Kindergarten through 12th grade students. Areas for camps range in arts, sports, enrichment and our signature Gatorland Day Camp.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Basketball, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball, Team Sports, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, Travel, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located approximately two miles north of the intersection of 83 and 695. Our main campus entrance intersects at Falls Road and Seminary Avenue.
CAMP FACILITIES: On a campus of three schools; St. Paul's School, St. Paul's Plus Preschool and St. Paul's School for Girls, SPSG Summer is set in a beautiful academic building with various classrooms, large commons areas and a gymnasium with multiple volleyball/basketball courts. Outside, our stunning campus boasts an outdoor classrooms, four athletic fields and lots of rolling hills for outdoor camp activities, including a nature trail and gaga pit.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: In addition to our theatre, dance and filmmaking art camps, and our soccer, tennis and ultimate sports camps, and our signature Gatorland Day Camp, we offer several "special interest camps". In particular this year, we are offering four cooking camps, two sessions of babysitting training, two sessions of drivers education and a new jump rope camp. We will conitinue with our community service camp, where each day, we venture into the Baltimore community and give back! Also new for this year, we have several academic camps including creative writing, algebra, STEAM and spanish.
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.spsfg.org for full details of all our summer camp programming. Our signature Gatorland Day Camp is incredible. Our model and mission are unique with the goal to keep campers safe, engaged, and having fun. Gatorland is all about choice and experiential learning; campers take ownership of their days by choosing from a wide range of exciting and engaging activities in visual arts, science, sports, technology, performing arts, digital arts, robotics, cooking, and more! Campers love having the ability to choose what they want to do throughout the course of the day and based on what interests them. Campers leave happy and excited to return the next day!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Interested families can visit Our Camp Website Link: www.spsfg.org for all camp dates and fees.
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SPSG Summer
Visit Our Camp Sonshine Website
301-989-2267
16819 New Hampshire Ave
Silver Spring, Maryland 20905
CAMPER AGES: 4 yrs old - 17 yrs old
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Daily 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Team Sports, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Archery, Rock Climbing
CAMP LOCATION: We are located just outside the Washington, DC beltway, 18 miles from the White House
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CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Camp Sonshine's Leader-in-Training (LIT) and Counselor-in-Training Programs equip teens with leadership skills they can use through�out their lives. Teens will learn important leadership skills, such as:
�Teamwork
�Responsibility
�Communication
�Problem solving
�Community Service
�And many more!
We teach these vital life skills in a safe environment through fun and challenging group leadership sessions as well as hands-on experience working with kids alongside trained counselors. LITs and CITs help maintain group control, create a safe environment, and assist in activities while putting their leadership skills into practice.
This well-renowned program is approved for student service learning hours as required for High School graduation. Teens have also used this type of leadership experience to put on applications to such organizations as the National Honor Society and various colleges.
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Camp Sonshine
Visit Our Minilinguists ESL (English as a Second Language) French, Chinese or Spanish Immersion Theatre Camp Website
301 770-2937
Minilinguists[AT]comcast.net
summeratminilinguists[AT]gmail.com
11815 Seven Locks Road
Potomac, Maryland 20854
CAMPER AGES: Rising first to sixth ; CIT program is come soon (ages 13-15)
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): We rent from a Christian church, but the program itself has no religious affiliation. Campers do not participate in religious ceremonies or discussion
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: There is access to students in wheel chairs. The director also has a Masters in Special Education. We can help those with physical limitations and they will be able to go outside with us and to participate in the arts program. We can also help students with learning disabilities. We do not, however, have a program targeting the needs of such campers. Anyone with special needs must be capable of a mainstreamed experience. Address you particular concerns when calling the camp to enroll.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Baseball, Soccer, Team Sports, Academics, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are within two blocks of the Montrose exit of 270. We are two blocks from the intersection of Montrose and Seven Locks Road, convenient to Potomac, Bethesda, and Rockville.
CAMP FACILITIES: There is a large room for the activities of each language group. We have kitchen facilities where your child's lunch can be stored and an outdoor field for children to go out to play when the weather permits. We also have WIFI and a projector and large screen at our disposal.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Children become part of a theatre troupe, and are immersed in ESL (English as a Second Language), French, Chinese or Spanish. There is a performance at the end of each two-week session. Daily activities include: sports, theatre and music games, crafts and practice for a performance.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CIT is for young teens who already can speak fluently or who are almost fluent in the target language. They pay as campers and will be helped to refine their language skills and to learn how to work with younger students. They will be assigned specific tasks each day and discuss the day with the counselors daily. At the end of camp, each one who participated successfully will be able to receive a recommendation from the director in the case that they apply to work at another camp. They also may become eligible eventually to be paid assistants in our camp when they are old enough (currently 18).
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Early enrollment receives a 20% discount (February) and a 10% March 1 - 15. No registration fee until March 15th. All campers pay a materials fee of $10.00 a week.
At this time there is no formal scholarship or financial aid program, but if your family has a hardship, contact the director.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): The children will learn their target language, theatre and music through games and exercises daily, and through these experiences, build a show to share with their parents. All activities - music, theatre, crafts, sports, recess, and games - will be used by the staff to lead to an enrichment in the target language. The program attracts both those who are fluent (who concentrate mostly on the arts aspect and the fun and who can become leaders, helping their peers to speak better) and those who are beginners and of various levels of language speaking.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: French, Chinese and Spanish lessons at the same location. See online schedule.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Children focus on the theatre skills; we focus on their language skills. This is a dramatic way to prepare your child for this global economy!
The director, Kaaren Agnez, has a professional theatre background. Counselors are trained in theatre and working with children and speak their target language fluently; most are natives. All speak at a native level: most are native speakers. Your children will learn the best of movement and improvisational theatre techniques, and all that in a way that helps them to speak another language.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.minilinguists.com.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are looking for native Chinese, Spanish and French speakers to be counselors or assistant counselors. Must have some skills in sports, theatre or arts and/or extensive experience with children or education. We do train all counselors. Full-time summer work is seasonal and during the year we offer part-time work. Counselors start a week before the camp itself: June 6th.
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Minilinguists ESL English as a Second LanguageFrench Chinese or Spanish Immersion Theatre Camp
http://www.baltimorebsa.org/
Boy Scouts of America, Baltimore Area Council
701 Wyman Park Drive
Baltimore MD 21211
443-573-2500
For more info visit the website.
Heart of the Valley YMCA
http://ymaryland.org/
Camp Whippoorwill
520 Lake Shore Drive
Pasadena, MD 21122
443-322-8000
Visit the website for mroe information.
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