Rockland Camp Guide - Source Book 2009

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For kids interested in dance, theater, martial arts, gymnastics, art and other activities, and for parents looking for kids' tutoring & academic classes & programs, check out this comprehensive list of camps in Rockland County. And don't miss camps in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Fairfield County, and Nassau & Suffolk Counties.

AMAZING GRACE CIRCUS!
(845) 348-8740
www.amazinggracecircus.org

Summer Camp in a REAL circus tent? Wow! Amazing Grace CIRCUS! will present its 8th annual Circus Arts Summer Day Camp in Memorial Park, Nyack, July 20-August 2 in a real circus tent. Professional instructors from Big Apple Circus and Cirque du Soleil teach children ages 5-14 juggling, balancing, acrobatics, tightwire, trapeze, aerial silks and clowning. Showcase of Talents last day of each session. AGC! is a recent recipient of a Special Congressional Recognition award from the US Senate for their work with children. Call for registration details.

BLUE RILL DAY CAMP
444 Saddle River Rd, Airmont
(845) 352-3521
bluerilldaycamp.com
Email [email protected]

Fun, family and friends forever…what Blue Rill is all about! Each camp day is filled with outstanding sports programs, state-of-the-art swimming pools, incredible craft projects and specialties, awesome special events and camp traditions. Blue Rill offers the perfect combination of exceptional programs, great facilities, and our experienced and enthusiastic staff. Summers filled with fun since 1951!

CAMP INTREPID
Pier 86, W. 46th St & 12th Ave, NYC
(646) 381-5166
www.intrepidmuseum.org
Email [email protected]

Last chance to Register! Explore. Discover. Learn. Campers ages 6-13, will use their imaginations and creativity to design inventions, build a model space shuttle, explore the cultures of several Intrepid ports, uncover mysteries from sunken ship artifacts, and learn about the planets, moon, sun and even solar cooking this summer during our themed Camp Intrepid weeks. Ask about our museum member and sibling discounts. Book your child's summer adventure TODAY!

CAMP RAMAQUOIS
30 Mountain Rd, Pomona
(845) 354-1600
www.ramaquois.com
Email [email protected]

Camp Ramaquois, “A day camp as complete as sleep-away camp,” is situated on 44 acres in Rockland County. From adventurous and athletic activities to creative arts for boys and girls, ages 3-15 experience a traditional day camp program filled with a variety of stimulating activities. Facilities include a 5-acre crystalline lake, eight heated swimming pools, a splash park, tennis, basketball and volleyball courts, hockey rinks, ball fields, soccer fields, a petting zoo, special events, and more. Many air-conditioned buildings. Visit our website or call for a personal tour.

FASTRACKIDS
75 Bardonia Rd, Bardonia
845-624-KIDS (5437)
www.fastrackids.com

FasTracKids is a fast-paced, fun and fully interactive learning adventure for 3-1/2 to 8-year-old children. Our different camp themes will captivate and entertain as they deliver truly meaningful lessons. Using state-of-the-art technology and award winning programming, children explore subjects such as astronomy, biology, dinosaurs, world travel and more! Every session has a terrific blend of hands-on, engaging activities, including: experiments, virtual explorations, arts and crafts, games and fun videotaped speaking opportunities. Call to schedule a free two-hour Discovery Class.

FUTURE STARS DAY AND OVERNIGHT CAMPS
Purchase College, 735 Anderson Hill Rd, Purchase
(914) 273-8500
www.fscamps.com

For 30 years, Future Stars Camps have encouraged confidence and a love of the sport. Our limited enrollment policy ensures that our staff gets to know each camper and his/her individual needs. Our programs, for children ages 6–16, include tennis, soccer, basketball, baseball, diving, lacrosse, multi-sports, girls sports, magic and Circus Arts. Our overnight camps give a unique opportunity for campers to experience overnight camp with the flexibility of weekly sessions. Camps run weekly June through August. Transportation is available for day campers. Twenty miles north of Manhattan.

GLAZE ART STUDIO
34 Orangetown Shopping Center, Orangeburg
(845) 359-9020
www.glazeartstudio.com

Glaze offers summer arts and crafts camps for children ages 5 and up. Let your child explore the creative side this summer! Projects include clay, ceramics, mosaics, art technique and art history. The camp runs Monday-Thursday from 9:30am-11:30am. There are six sessions beginning July 6 and the last session begins August 10. Cost is $250 per child and pre-registration is required as space is limited. All materials are included.

KID'S KINGDOM NANUET
121 W. Nyack Rd, Nanuet
(845) 624-0936
Kid's Kingdom Pomona
18 Thiells Mount Ivy Rd, Pomona,(845) 364-8266
www.kidskingdomrockland.com

Our Kingdom for Kids offers a great summer program for young children ages 2 3/4 through 7 years. We emphasize fun and Imagination as we visit wondrous places throughout the world. We also engage in a variety of specialized activities including cooking, games, art, singing, dancing, simple sports, special events and more. Further, children have a ball in our dynamic “Kingdom” daily; our castle bounce, pirate ship, market, jungle gym, ball pool and life size blocks provide magical experiences! Call for all the details!

LOWER HUDSON VALLEY CHALLENGER LEARNING CENTER
225 Rte 59, Airmont
(845) 357-3416
www.LHVCC.com
Email [email protected]

Chase a Comet! Visit the Moon! Explore Mars! By combining fun with learning the Challenger Center’s Space Explorers Camp gives kids ages 6 – 12 the chance to experience what it is like to be an astronaut. Each day campers will be engaged in a host of hands-on activities involving rockets, robotics, astronaut training, and astronomy, and will “journey” into space on exciting, age-appropriate, spaceflight missions. Whether they attend for just a day, or for a week or more, campers will have a fun-filled learning experience that will last a lifetime.

MAD SCIENCE OF THE MID-HUDSON
(845) 294-5434
www.MadScience.org/MidHudson
Email [email protected]

Children in Mad Science camps participate in scientific explorations that are so much fun, they forget they're learning! These recreational science programs are designed to help all kids learn to enjoy science. Summer 2009 topics for grades K-6 include the new Crazy ChemWorks Ancient Adventures and Buried Bones, as well as Robotics, Nature, NASA Journey Into Outer Space, and Secret Agent Lab. Mad Science is the world's leading fun science provider. Scholarships are available through your elementary school!

ROBIN HILL SCHOOL & CAMP
70 Wesley Chapel Rd, Suffern
(845) 354-3366
www.robinhillschoolandcamp.com

For over 25 years, Robin Hill has provided the all-activities program of a large camp in a smaller, nurturing environment for children ages 2-6 ½. We offer flexible programs to fit every budget. The swim program produces confident swimmers. Art and crafts, jewelry making and leather crafts are part of our Creative Arts program. Yoga, dancing, aerobics and music too. The Sports program includes all sports activities. Animal and science shows, musicians, clowns, and magicians are included. We provide the atmosphere for children's growth and confidence, and a special summer experience.

ROCK MULTI-SPORT
Route 304 at Pralle Lane, Bardonia
(845) 623-3636
www.hoopdreamz.org

Hoop Dreamz summer camp with Billy Armstrong at Rock Multi-Sport is Rockland County’s basketball Mecca. The camp is tailored to make sure that every camper has the most beneficial basketball experience of their lives. As far as basketball camps go, Hoop Dreamz is the Rolls Royce, but offered at the price of a Honda. From the NBA regulation goals and the brand new court floor, to the phenomenal staff and specialized instruction, the message is clear— we specialize in player development.

ROCKLAND CENTER FOR THE ARTS (ROCA)
27 South Greenbush Rd, West Nyack
(845) 358-0877
www.rocklandartcenter.org

The camp experience at RoCA turns summer "sun" days into creative "fun" days for children ages 5 through 12. RoCA's ten wooded acres, fully equipped, air conditioned, art studios and large sparkling swimming pool are the site for our programs. Campers, under the supervision of adult instructors and caring counselors, learn in a hands-on, non-competitive environment where confidence, creativity and group cooperation are encouraged. Three or four days/week are available. Through August 21.

ROCKLAND COUNTY YMCA
18 Parkside Drive, Suffern
(845) 357-3223
www.rocklandymca.org

We offer a fun-filled 2 1/2-hour summer morning program 2, 3, or 5 days a week for 2- to 5-year-olds which encourages individual growth and fosters self-esteem. Indoor and outdoor activities include water play, art, music and creative play. Our beautiful woodland setting and two playgrounds allow for additional science and nature-based activities to enrich each child’s experience. Large indoor playroom for rainy days. Limited space available.

THE SPORTS PLACE
600 Bradley Pkwy, Blauvelt
(845) 358-GAME (4263)
www.TheSportsPlace.com

The Sports Place Summer Camp is a great place for your child (ages 6-13) to enjoy and learn sports in a fun-filled setting. Coach Greg Raho, known throughout the County, will again be running the camp. TSP is the only area camp that has complete indoor and outdoor facilities, available door-to-door transportation, and hot lunches. When they’ve had enough baseball for the day, campers can play GloPutt mini-golf, other sports, or enjoy free time in the arcade. Only a few spots left; 50 FREE tokens per week if you mention Rockland Parent.

SURPRISE LAKE CAMP
(sleep away)
(212) 924-3131
www.surpriselake.org
Email [email protected]

Camp — there's no better place for kids at times like these. Since 1902, Surprise Lake Camp has stood for more than just great fun. Our campers come away with better skills for getting along with others, greater independence, enhanced self-esteem, stronger Jewish identities, heightened environmental awareness, and a fuller sense of their creative potential. Located just 60 miles from New York City, we are a Kosher, co-ed sleep away camp. We have site rental, family camping and “Get Your Feet Wet” programs available.

VICKI'S STUDIO
61 Maple Ave, New City
(845) 634-2202
www.vickistudio.com

We are the BEST alternative to an all day camp with the most REASONABLE RATES! We cater to ages 16 months (diapers welcomed) – 5-year-old boys and girls. This multi-arts program includes music with instruments, creative movement, theme weeks, tumbling and lots more. Other special summer programs for ages 3- adult include dance, gymnastics, Costume Dress Up Tea Party, ALL BOY classes and a variety of combination classes. Programs are 1 1/2- 3 hours with extended hour options.