New York Family’s 2014 Ultimate Guide To Summer Camp

Features

Editor’s Note
And Then There Were None

What’s So Awesome
The Coolest Things About Summer Camp

10 Questions To Ask A Camp Director
What You Really Need To Know To Identify The Right Camp For Your Child

The Cost of Camp: Priceless?
Money-Saving Suggestions For Affording Camp

A Breath Of Fresh Air
Dr. Madeline Levine Explains The Value Of Camp Experience

Getting Ready
Preparing Your First-Time Camper For Camp

Camp Chic
Great Gear Makes For Happy Campers

Pack Like A Pro
The Scoop On What Should Make It Into Your Camper’s Bag

Time To Unplug
Camp Provides Kids With A Chance To Disconnect From Technology

The Givers
For Many Camps, Community Service Is An Essential Part Of Growing Up

A Camp For Special Needs Is A Special Camp Indeed
For Children With Special Needs, There’s Been A Wonderful Bloom Of Camps—General And Specialized—That Can Help Them With Their Challenges While Enjoying The Full Camp Experience

It’s Not All About The Kids
There Are Plenty Of Ways For Parents To Have A Positive Camp Experience Too

Now And Then
Camp Directors Share Their Favorite Anecdotes From The Recent Past And From When They Were Campers

Hampton Racquet

<p>Hampton Racquet is a family-owned boutique country club situated in the picturesque setting of East Hampton, NY. This summer, Hampton Racquet is partnering with Premier Tennis to bring elevated youth tennis camps to the Hamptons. Designed for ages 4+, with three programs available, these camps embody the Premier Tennis philosophy of &ldquo;train like a pro to play like a pro.&rdquo; At Premier Tennis, our camps provide a foundation of the game for the youngest of players, while offering top tier training for those looking to reach their full potential.</p> <p>At Hampton Racquet, Our offerings extend beyond just tennis. From boutique fitness classes, to pickleball, to family nights at our club restaurant, we&rsquo;re sure that the whole family will enjoy spending time at Hampton Racquet this summer.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>

TADA! Youth Theater

<div> <div style="text-align: center;"><strong>TADA! Youth Theater </strong>- Camps &amp; Classes</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Gotta Sing! Gotta Dance! Gotta Act!<br /><br />Join TADA! this fall for after-school and weekend musical theater classes available to students ages 4-12!</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Throughout the semester students will:</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;"><br />ENGAGE IN MUSICAL THEATER TRAINING</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">STAY ACTIVE</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">LEARN VOCALS &amp; CHOREOGRAPHY TO FUN, UPBEAT BROADWAY SONGS</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">RECEIVE INDIVIDUALIZED ATTENTION AND SOLO OPPORTUNITIES</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">EXPERIENCE ENSEMBLE-BASED INSTRUCTION BY TWO PROFESSIONAL NYC TEACHING ARTISTS</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">MAKE CONNECTIONS WITH NEW FRIENDS!</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Limited spots available! All of our classes take place in person at <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/15+W.+28th+Street?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.google.com/maps/search/15%2BW.%2B28th%2BStreet?entry%3Dgmail%26source%3Dg&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1726934764446000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0VHbAyCvA7tMsvjssdURPg">15 W. 28th Street</a> (between Broadway &amp; 5th) and culminate in a final sharing for an invited audience.</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Classes Schedule September 28 - December 17, 2024 (10 Sessions)</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;"><br />Mondays:&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Mondays, Ages 4-5 | 3:45PM-5:15PM</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Mondays, Ages 6-8 | 3:45PM-5:15PM</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Wednesdays:</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Wednesdays, Ages 8-12 | 4PM-5:30PM</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Saturdays:</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Saturdays, Ages 5-7 | 10AM-11:30AM</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Saturdays, Ages 8-12 | 12N-1:30PM<br /><br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Class Descriptions:</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">AGES 4-5, MUSICAL THEATER MINIS:</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Creativity takes center stage! In this upbeat, high-energy class, your Musical Theater Mini will learn new introductory skills in the areas of singing, dancing, and acting. Each session, students participate in fun, creative-play activities as well as learn vocals and choreography to popular Broadway songs.&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;"><br />AGES 5-7, 6-8 JAZZY JUNIORS and AGES 8-12, RISING STARS: This class offers the perfect blend of musical theater exploration and fun theater games to keep kids creative and active all semester long! Each session, students participate in musical theater training as well as learn vocals and choreography to popular Broadway songs.&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">REGISTER TODAY!<br /><br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Link:&nbsp;<a href="https://tadatheater.com/education-overview/fall-classes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://tadatheater.com/education-overview/fall-classes/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1726934764446000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0H9gU2AKJIVibL0qw-2lOn">https://tadatheater.com/<wbr />education-overview/fall-<wbr />classes/</a><br /><br /></div> </div> <div> <div dir="ltr" data-smartmail="gmail_signature"> <div dir="ltr"> <div dir="ltr"> <div dir="ltr"> <div dir="ltr"> <div dir="ltr"> <div dir="ltr"> <div>&nbsp;</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>

Summer Stage Performing Arts Camp at The Riverdale Y

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Riverdale&rsquo;s Premier Theater Arts Intensive Camp allows young artists to develop creatively and perform in a full-scale musical theater production.</span></p>