Manhattan Camp Guide - Source Book 2009

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For children interested in dance, theater, martial arts, gymnastics, sports & other activities, & for parents looking for kids' tutoring & academic classes & programs, check out our new list of camps, classes and programs in Manhattan!

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!

CREATIVE DREAM PARTIES
25 Waterside Plaza
(212) 447-7263
www.creativedreamparties.com
Email [email protected]

Gaining the highest five-star rating, Creative Dream Parties is the winner of the prestigious Nickelodeon Parents Connect award for New York City’s “Best Party Facility.” There is no limit to what the staff can create. With exclusive use of a lavishly decorated 3,000-square-foot facility that’s located directly on the scenic East River at Waterside Plaza, and a second location on the Upper East Side, Creative Dream Parties supplies everything needed to make your child’s birthday a day he’ll never forget. See why Creative Dream Parties is “The Best Kept Secret in NYC.”

FENCERS CLUB
229 W. 28th St. 2nd Fl
(212) 807-6947
www.fencersclub.com
Email [email protected]

Fencers Club is the oldest fencing club in the United States with some of the best coaches in the world. We’ve produced more Olympians and World Champions than any other club in America. You will learn an exciting sport that has a long tradition of fostering courage and sportsmanship through teaching discipline, grace, agility, and strategy. It’s a combat sport suitable for all ages, temperament and body types. We welcome all ages and levels of fencers and families. Call now or visit www.fencersclub.com to learn more!

FLAMENCO LATINO
244 W. 54th St, 4th Fl
(212) 399-8519
www.flamencolatino.com/class.htm
Email [email protected]

Flamenco and salsa/mambo dance classes, singing, hand percussion, music ensemble year-round. Taking enrollment for September-December term. Monday-Thursday, and Saurday. Ages 5-9, 10-15. Single class, $12; packages available. Commitment required. Flamenco shoes and costumes available through subsidy. Percussion instruments available for classes. Student recitals and performance opportunities. Summer camp program in percussive dance underway July 6-24, Monday-Friday, 9am-1pm. Lecture-demonstration performances and residencies at your school or community center.

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 -August. Transportation available for day campers. 20 miles north of Manhattan.

GREENWICH HOUSE POTTERY
16 Jones St (btw. W. 4th & Bleecker Sts)
(212) 242-4106
www.greenwichhousepottery.org

Since 1909, Greenwich House Pottery has been the premier ceramics center in New York City for adults and children, with an array of classes and exhibitions; plus a storefront. Summer classes begin July 6th. Children ages 4-7 can take our afterschool class and teenagers can take the summer wheel class. We also offer a parent-child class on Sunday, a great chance to reconnect through a creative project.


HOLA! A PLAYGROUP IN SPANISH
(917) 648-5006
www.holaplaygroup.com
Email [email protected]

For over eight years, HOLA! A Playgroup in Spanish, a unique grass-roots immersion program, continues to expand its programs where children learn to love Spanish because it’s taught in the most fun way. Hola! follows a natural approach to help develop oral skills. Programs focus on a wide repertory of concepts to build vocabulary and helps acquire the correct use phonetics from a native speaker. Children at Hola feel empowered and proud of their achievements. Classes are taught through use of original and traditional music, movement, games, props and art.

JODI'S GYM
244 E. 84th St,
(212) 772-7633
25 Hubbels Dr, Mt. Kisco
(914) 244-8811
www.jodisgym.com

Jodi’s Gym has been providing New York kids the highest level of fun and fitness for 28 years! Its step-by-step, no-fail approach ensures that every child feels a sense of accomplishment. Their brightly colored, spacious facilities are a child’s dream come true. Offerings include Mommy & Me Gym and Music classes (9 months-3 years), preschool gymnastics (3-5 years), school-aged gymnastics (Kindergarten-6th grade), Jodi's GymFit, summer and holiday break camps, open playtime, play groups and the best birthday parties ever!

JOFFREY BALLET SCHOOL
434 Ave. of the Americas, 3rd Fl
(212) 254-8520
www.joffreyballetschool.com

The Joffrey Ballet School builds on a child's natural impulse to express themselves through movement. With an outstanding faculty of professional artists, our mission is to train children from ages 3-18, develop their talent, and to graduate outstanding young dancers. JBS provides classes for serious young dancers (Graded Program) as well as classes for those who just want to enjoy a fun afterschool activity. The Children’s Division encompasses classes in creative movement (3-4 years), pre-ballet (4-7 years), ballet (8-12 years), and teen classes. Performance opportunities are offered.

THE KID'S KORNER PRESCHOOL
247 W 24th St
(212) 229-9340
www.thekidskornerpreschool.com

Chelsea's best-kept secret, Kid's Korner Preschool is a NAEYC-accredited preschool/nursery school whose intimate, small classrooms are designed to provide a sense of warmth and acceptance for children. A backyard brings the country to the city, "paved" with fake grass so that children can take off their shoes, lie down and look at the clouds. The calm, quiet space is decorated with birds, butterflies and sunflowers.

THE LITTLE GYM
2121 Broadway, 2nd Fl
(212) 799-1225
www.tlgupperwestsideny.com
777 White Plains Rd, Scarsdale
(914)722-0072
www.tlgscarsdaleny.com

The Little Gym is an exercise and motor development center for children ages 4 months-12 years, offering gymnastic classes, sports skills development, dance, cheerleading and karate classes in a loving, non-competitive environment. Qualified instructors implement programs designed to build self-esteem and confidence. An emphasis on music and fun encourages both physical and emotional growth. The Little Gym also offers summer camp, holiday camp, Parent Survival Night and awesome birthday parties.

ROBOFUN®
38 E. 23rd St, 2nd Fl
(212) 245-0444
www.robofun.org

Vision Education and Media presents Hands-On Leading Edge Technologies for kids! Every season of the year, RoboFun offers CLASSES, EVENTS AND PARTIES in robotics, video game design, animation and claymation. We use technology as a tool to further enhance a child's level of critical and creative thinking through artistic and scientific methods. We introduce students to sophisticated equipment and pose challenges that they will later use in real life situations, all while having fun! RoboFun parties are held at both our RoboFun Studio and in YOUR home.

SUMMER CAMPS AT CHELSEA PIERS
23rd Street & the Hudson River
(212) 336-6846
www.chelseapiers.com/camps

Chelsea Piers Summer Sports Camp offers Manhattan’s best and most comprehensive camp program for children 3-17 years old. Campers can choose from 12 different sports camps, including Sports Academy, Gymnastics, Figure Skating, Ice Hockey, Golf, Performance Golf Camp, Bowling, Preschool Gymnastics, Preschool Ice Skating, Urban Adventure For Teens and BlueStreak Sports Training Camp. Camp runs through September 4, 2009, and campers may sign up for 1, 2 or more weeks at a time. Instant online enrollment available at www.chelseapiers.com/camps. Please call for more information.

SUPER SOCCER STARS
(212) 877-7171
Multiple locations throughout the NYC area
Office: 606 Columbus Ave
www.supersoccerstars.com
Email [email protected]

Super Soccer Stars, the NYC area's most popular soccer development program for ages 2 & up, is in your neighborhood! Dynamic coaches work with every student to develop skills, self-confidence, and teamwork in a fun, non-competitive environment. Positive reinforcement and low child-to-coach ratios ensure that each child will improve soccer skills through engaging drills and games. School break mini camps and advanced skill development clinics available. Classes for children with special needs. Advanced training for ages Kindergarten & up. Turn your child’s birthday party into a soccer extravaganza. Each child receives a free t-shirt.