Best Pennsylvania Performing Arts Camps Summer 2026 Directory

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Play in a Day dates are as follows:

Thursday, December 27th, 2018
Friday, December 28th, 2018
Monday, December 31st, 2018
Monday, January 21st, 2019 (MLK, Jr. Day)
Monday February 18th, 2019 (Presidents' Day)

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: At the YMCA, we do not turn anyone away due to an inability to pay. The Y is a non-profit charitable organization that strengthens the foundations of our community. Thanks to donations to the Y's Annual Campaign, we can offer financial assistance to those unable to pay the standard fees.*

Anyone is invited to apply for an income-based YMCA membership or financial assistance. Those receiving income-based memberships are also eligible to receive discounted rates for programming, including camp!

OTHER CAMP INFO: Camp Chestnut, located in West Chester at the Oscar Lasko YMCA provides campers who are preschool age through 8th grade with a summer they'll never forget. Campers have an opportunity to make friends and participate in a variety of camp activities including: arts & crafts, sports, free swim, field games, community service and weekly themed activities.

Camp Chestnut runs for 11 weeks from June 13 through August 26 and registration for camp is done by the week to allow families flexibility to select camp weeks that work for them. Camp Chestnut also runs specialty camps including: Esports, gymnastics and ninja parkour. Camp runs from 9 AM - 4 PM each day, aftercare is included in the price of camp. Before care is available for a nominal fee. Half-day camp options are available for specific programs. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify. For more information visit our website.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 13 through August 26

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Here you will be able to put your experiences, abilities, creativity and energy to work and discover the talents within yourself as you touch the lives of those around you. The YMCA of Greater Brandywine has many job opportunities including seasonal, part-time and full-time, each featuring incredible benefits and coworkers that will quickly feel like family.

CAMP FACILITIES: Secure air conditioned buildings and spacious and safe outdoor play areas

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Special programs include: a Petting Zoo and Safari Party, hands-on programs from The Franklin Institute and Science Tellers, Soccer Shots and other sports, visits from Mother Goose, Betsy Ross and more!

Professional staff, trained in:
- Montessori Education
- Early Childhood Education
- First Aid & CPR
- Fire Safety

Our mission at Camp Discovery is to enrich the physical and social life of each camper in an environment consistent with Montessori principles. We will inspire, challenge and excite campers as they explore new adventures and develop lasting
friendships.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: The Granny Scholarship Fund

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: At Montessori Children’s House, our mission is to embody the educational principles of Dr. Maria Montessori in a close-knit, caring community of children, parents and teachers. We strive to provide children with the tools and the desire to create their own learning, and to provide both support and resources for parents as they facilitate their children’s growth.

Montessori programs allow children to learn naturally through their experiences in a specially-prepared environment. The Montessori “self-correcting apparatus” is designed to provide children with positive reinforcement for their accomplishments, developing a child’s knowledge, independence, inner discipline and self-motivation.

OTHER CAMP INFO:
Explorers:
18 Months - 3 Years

Our younger campers enjoy a wide variety of activities which build confidence and encourage cooperative play. Our busy day is filled with arts and crafts, music, water play, exercise, games and more with rest time in between. We make friends and each day is full of excitement.

Adventurers:
3 Years-6 Years

Our older campers join together in
many of their favorite activities
including:
Sports & Games
Arts & Crafts
Music
Cooking
Gardening
Water Play
Performing Arts

Throughout the summer, the children will have the opportunity to spend time exploring the Montessori environment, which encourages confidence, independence, and a sense of community.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2020 Camp Themes:

Week 1: June 15-19 Under Water Wonder World

Week 2: June 22-26 Gather ‘round the Campfire

Week 3: June 29-July 3 An American Adventure

Week 4: July 6-10 I Like the Zoo, Do You?

Week 5: July 13-17 Down on the Farm

Week 6: July 20-24 Celebrating Favorite Authors

Week 7: July 27-31 Summer Olympics

Week 8: August 3-7 Rainbow Connection

Week 9: August 10-14 Construction Site

Week 10: August 17-21 The Land of Make-Believe

Week 11: Mini Week: August 24-26 The Joy of Cooking

CAMP FACILITIES: Penn State Abington is a distinguished baccalaureate campus college within a world-class, land-grant research university. All camps are held within our campus classrooms, computer labs, science labs, and athletic building. Students enjoy lunch each day in our campus cafeteria.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Penn State Abington's Kids and Teen College offers fun, enriching, and educational week-long programs for students entering grades 3 through 12. The campus offers a wide range of youth programs that focus on many academic subject areas. Topics range from science, robotics, engineering and computer camps to literature, theater, and art. Many of the summer camps provide students opportunities to learn about various professions and careers. We have camps that help students explore the world of engineering, science, robotics, chemistry, law, writing and sustainability. With more than 30 different camps to choose from, there is something for everyone.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Penn State Abington's Kids and Teen College offers 7 weeks of camps beginning the week of June 24, 2019 and runs through the week of August 16, 2019.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have three spacious studios complete with ballet barres, marley dance floors, sound systems, and air conditioning. We also have a large waiting area.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Keep your kids physically active and creatively engaged with Summer Half or Full Day Performing Arts Programs and Intermediate/Advanced Intensives. Week-long programs for ages 4-18 encourage dancers to polish ballet technique while exploring new genres like Theater Dance, Contemporary Dance, Pilates, and Choreography. There is an informal studio showing at the end of each week. Creative Movement classes for ages 2.5-4 are also available.

Creative Movement (2.5-4 years old): This program is designed to cultivate the joy for ballet in our youngest dancers while introducing them to the format of a dance class. The use of music, props, and imagination keeps students engaged while they learn basic ballet vocabulary.

Half Day Performing Arts (4-6 years old): This half day program explores ballet, theater dance, and voice with a structured but developmentally-appropriate approach.

Full Day Performing Arts (6-10 years old): This full day program's curriculum includes a Pilates-based stretch and strengthening class, ballet, theater dance, voice, contemporary, and a student-inspired choreography class. This program is a great way for beginner and intermediate dancers to learn and polish basic technique as well as explore new genres.

Intermediate Intensive (8-13 years old): This program is designed for serious intermediate young dancers. Students train nearly 30 hours per week. They will have Pilates and a two-hour ballet technique class each morning. In addition, they will be introduced to various other genres including contemporary and theater. Students will study ballet terminology and learn and rehearse choreography that will culminate in an in-studio performance at the end of the program. This program is an excellent opportunity for intermediate students to refine their technique and develop strength.

Intermediate/Advanced Intensive (13+ years old): This intensive is designed so intermediate and advanced dancers can really examine and perfect their ballet technique while they also explore their versatility as artists. The curriculum includes a daily Pilates mat class, two-hour ballet technique class, pointe, and specialty subject workshops (such as variations, partnering, contemporary, salsa, choreography, theater dance, and repertoire). Seminar topics have included: nutrition, anatomy, ballet terminology, stage make-up, and dance history. The program will culminate with an in-studio showing of a student-choreographed original piece on the last Friday.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: In addition to our Summer Performing Arts Programs, The Philadelphia Dance Academy offers dance classes to kids of all ages during the school year. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional dance training in a professional and positive environment. We view each student as an individual and aim to ensure he or she reaches maximum potential. Students are placed in appropriate training programs and taught by a professional, experienced faculty. Adult classes are also available.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Early Drop-Off and After Care available for certain weeks for an additional fee.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our Camp Website Link: philadelphiadanceacademy.com

CAMP FACILITIES: WGDC is a 40 acre facility. Our cabins, Dining Hall, and Activity Barn, are air conditioned. Cabins have clean modern bathrooms and changing areas. We have 4 heated pools (2 with slides), a wading pool, basketball courts,softball and soccer fields, a 1 acre lake for boating and fishing, a challenge ropes course and much, much more!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: WGDC is accredited by the American Camp Association. Our goal is for our campers to learn and have fun in a clean, safe environment!!! We feature programs in yhe arts, athletics and science. Our otto is "More To Do...More To Be"

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have a wonderful CIT/Teen pogram for our 13-15 year olds featuring weekly trips.

OTHER CAMP INFO: The grounds are available on weekends throughout the summer for picnics, outings, and family reunions

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
4,5,6,7, & 8 week programs are available from June 22nd thru August 14th. The camp day is 9:25 AM til 3:45 PM. Extended hours are available. Visit our website for tuition and fees.

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

CAMP FACILITIES: Join a band, write a song and perform on stage in our 13,200 sq ft state of the performance facility complete with 24 channel sound and pro lighting. In addition to the many individual music lesson rooms, we have a basketball court (yes, in a music school!), game room with air hockey, foosball, pinball and a pool table. Unleash your inner rock star this summer!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our camp weeks are great for total beginners as well as the experienced young musician. Our camper/staff ratio is 4 to 1 for hands on instruction and safety.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Rock & Roll After School offers private lessons, bands, and a PreK program year round for more rocking fun!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Week 1 June 19-23 - Special Price $350 - This Session Only
Week 2 July 10-14 - TEENS ONLY - 12 to 18
Week 3 July 17-21 - Open to All - 7 to 18
Week 4 July 24-28 - Recording/Audio Production - 12 to 18
Week 5 August 7-11 - Girls Only - 7 to 18
Week 6 August 14-8 - Open to All - 7 to 18
Week 7 August 21-25 - Open to All - 7 to 18

CAMP FACILITIES: We have a fully furnished Dance studio with mirrors, bars, and sound equipment. We offer a waiting area for parents/guardians.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We have guest teachers coming in each day that specialize in the culture being featured that day. They will bring items, costumes, artifacts associated with the culture they are teaching. Our teachers come from other dance studios and have years of experience in their particular genre of dance. We will be offering the following cultures: Russian, African, Chinese, Irish, Latin, Belly dancing/Egyptian folklore, German, Hawaiian, and more. There will be 2 separate camps offered with 5 different cultures each week. The cultures will be dependent upon the availability of the teachers.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We offer a wide range of dance genres weekly, from Hip Hop to tap to ballet to Musical/Drama during our season, September - June.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 6-10 $95 for a 3 hour/ 5 day camp
July 13-17

Please see our website for more information about this camp and others we offer. Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.adrenalinedanceofyork.com.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Ballet Intensive Workshop
9:30-12:00
For boys and girls ages 8 and up

About the workshop:
Our ballet intensive workshop is designed to improve ballet technique and introduce students to a variety of elements in ballet dance. Students will work on technique and learn excerpts from various repertoire pieces. Designed for pre-intermediate and intermediate level students.

Schedule:
Workshop August 19-23

Cost: $250
Please bring a snack and drink

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 48 modern air-conditioned cabins, a dining hall to fit our entire camp in one seating, rec hall, covered basketball courts and hockey rink, 8 basketball courts, 12 tennis courts, a heated outdoor pool, two private lakes, an indoor theatre and social hall, our own private golf course, outdoor adventure ropes course and high climbing wall with high elements. We have a full fine arts center, as well.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Tyler Hill is a full seven-week co-ed camp in Wayne County, PA. We have 480 campers from all over the tri-state area and Florida, and provide a well-rounded camp experience, including sports, arts and electives, waterfront , outdoor adventure, camp spirit and a true summer family. Our mission is for our campers to come home after the summer feeling great about themselves and having made the best friends ever!

Our STARFISH values program is unique to Tyler Hill and offers our campers and staff the opportunity to reflect upon what matters -- values. Sportsmanship, Tolerance, Appreciation, Respect, Friendship, Integrity, Sensitivity and Helpfulness lay the foundation for everything we do at Tyler Hill Camp.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Tyler Hill has a full CIT program for campers entering the 11th grade. We provide unique and exciting leadership training, community service programs and travel and outdoor opportunities, in addition to our already full camp program.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Tyler Hill hosts various winter and spring get-togethers in New York, New Jersey and Florida for our campers to reunite and for new campers to connect with one another.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2015 Season

Opening Day
Saturday, June 27th, 2015

Closing Day
Sunday, August 16th, 2015 Tyler Hill offers one 7-week session.

Rookie Days (a full day for potential campers) will be held on Saturday, July 11th and Saturday, July 25th.

Please refer to our website for further details at Our Camp Website Link: www.tylerhillcamp.com.

CAMP FACILITIES: Located on a beautiful 114 acre Farm, our programming occurs in our vegetable garden, on our horse trails, and in our wooden barn. Our Camp Site is located in a beautiful wooden canopy, near Little Buffalo State Park, with rustic cabins, a separate bath house, and family style dining hall.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We practice leadership at the farm. It looks like learning to care for our community spaces together. It looks like square dancing in the barn and growing closer through shared experiences. It looks like eating together as one big family for every meal, sharing stories from our days and a laugh over spilled milk. It looks like learning to give and receive open and honest feedback in more effective ways. They say that the best way to learn a language is to live immersed in a native culture. We're a culture of leaders. We hope you'll come learn with us, and teach us about what's inside of you.

WE LEARN THE LANGUAGE OF LEADERSHIP BY LIVING IMMERSED IN A CULTURE OF LEADERSHIP.

COMMUNITY
Being a leader means striving to understand, know, and love your community.

SELF
We can’t lead if we don’t know ourselves. Try new things, teach what you know, and listen to feedback.

COMMUNICATION
Communication is the bridge between ourselves and the community. It is where the magic happen.

Go camping, play Magic, learn the ukulele, climb a rock face, play soccer, learn to cook, have a barn dance, ride a horse, read a book, make up a new game, have a cardboard sword battle. These are just a few of the incredibly fun activities you will have to choose from at camp. The magic of Longacre happens as we bring learning leadership into all aspects of camp life and come together as a community. We believe in learning by living, and learning to better communicate how we feel about our experiences.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership is the backbone to our program. To us, Leadership looks different for everyone. By building relationships, practicing open and honest communication, and empowered decision making. Our community values self-expression, compassion, cooperative leadership, and living joyfully.

Throughout every aspect of our program, campers and staff develop lifelong friends, indelible memories, and tangible skills. We grow leaders each summer who make lasting impacts on their communities, families, and the world.

Two aspects of our program that specifically are designed for intentional communication, empowered decision making, and relationship building include Crew and Group. Crew is the daily "chores" group that every camper participates in. This is anything from cooking breakfast, to cleaning the stalls and feeding the horses, to taking out the trash and recycling around camp. We do hard work, and then we get to play! Group is our evening program that is defined as "the part of Longacre that makes us unique". This is an intentionally facilitated communication workshop for all of our campers and staff. This is where we use communication tools and skills to better understand ourselves, others, and how we interact with the world.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Early bird discounts available.

Please contact us if you are interested in Financial Aid.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Please contact us at lindsay[AT]longacre.com if you would like to join us for a Family Farm Weekend this fall!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
TEEN LEADERSHIP CAMP (AGES 12-18)
Session 1 - 3 weeks - 6/24 - 7/14 ($4,324)
Session 2 - 3 weeks - 7/15 - 8/4 ($4,324)
Double Session - 6 weeks - 6/24 -8/4 ($7,209)

YOUNG LEADERS PROGRAM (AGES 8-12)
MiniCamp - 10 days - 8/5- 8/15 ($2,224)

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Newport, PA
Big Kid
Longacre Leadership

Longacre Leadership Camp is a residential, co-ed summer camp located in Central Pennsylvania for students aged 8 - 18. We are located on a 114 acre farm 40 minutes north of Harrisburg and will be enjoying our 44th summer this year. Position dates are from June 14th - August 15th 2018.

We hire camp counselors, AKA Big Kids aged 21 and over who are passionate about working with young people and who are committed to building a community. We are looking for staff with a range of skills and expertise including, carpentry, horse riding, arts and crafts, animal husbandry, outdoor education and organic gardening. This position is a blend of farm work and youth work.

Please reach out and tell us about yourself. More details can be seen here on our website: Our Camp Website Link: longacre.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Harmony features 8 newly remodeled cabins, 5 rustic cabins, RV campground, teepees, swimming pool & waterslide, climbing & rappelling tower, high & low elements ropes course, pavilions, catch & release pond, indoor gym & multipurpose building, dining hall, meeting rooms, and retreat buildings for large and small groups of all types. Many of our facilities are available year-round.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Since 1924, Camp Harmony has offered programs that train Christians in the way they should go. Our mission is to invite all people to experience the wonder of creation and to grow in closer harmony with God, with nature, and with one another. We aim to do so through offering programs for all ages to participate in fun learning experiences in a variety of formats and by providing space where individuals and groups can connect in a greater way.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Camp Harmony offers a Leaders-in-Training program for youth ages 16 & older who have completed at least 10th grade. Leaders-in-Training participate in activities during the week of staff training and then choose 2 weeks out of the summer to volunteer with our staff in various capacities.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Camper Scholarships are available upon request. Please contact the Camp Harmony office for requests and details.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Our Family Campground area is open throughout the summer with special weekend programming for all ages. There is also a specific weekend set aside for families to come enjoy all that our camp has to offer.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We are available for year-round rentals of our facilities with programs for all ages throughout the year. Check our Facebook page or website for details.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Find us on Facebook at Our Camp Website Link: www.facebook.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit our Facebook page or website for complete information on camp and event dates.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Camp fee includes 24-hour medical supervision, meals and snacks, American Diabetes Association Camp t-shirt, housing, supervised program activities and most diabetes supplies.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CIT Program: A CIT candidate must submit an application with two personal references and a medical reference. Space is limited for this position.

The role of a CIT is to assist counselors while working with younger campers. The CIT Program provides training for youth interested in working with kids, specifically as camp counselors. Participants are expected to interact thoughtfully and compassionately with younger campers; to commit to learning more about themselves, camp, and camp procedures; to be team members and to take on responsibility and leadership. CITs also have the opportunity to learn a basic understanding of diabetes and its care.

The primary goal of the CIT Program is to offer a fun and supportive experience that will develop confidence, commitment, and community. The program focuses on helping youth become future leaders by developing communication, teamwork and leadership skills. CITs will leave ready to become camp counselors.

For information on the CIT program, please contact Michelle Foster at mfoster[AT]diabetes.org or 610-828-5003 ext. 4643

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Regardless of a family's ability to pay for Camp, the American Diabetes Association is committed to providing a camp experience to children living with diabetes. Financial assistance is available to families so every child with diabetes can have an opportunity to attend. Families MUST be registered first to apply for financial aid.
To apply for financial aid, please complete the Financial Aid form included in the general application. Families must also send acceptable "Proof of Income Documentation" as listed on the Financial Aid Application. For more information, please contact Michelle Foster at mfoster[AT]diabetes.org or 610-828-5003 ext. 4643

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
ADA Camp Freedom is scheduled from June 20th-26th, 2020. Registration is currently open at Our Camp Website Link: www.diabetes.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
ADA Camp Freedom offers a unique opportunity to teach and learn more about diabetes, diabetes management, and how kids cope diabetes. As a counselor, you will develop skill-building ventures by working as a team with campers-managing their diabetes, medical staff and other counselors in an outdoor recreational environment 24 hours a day.

We hold a comprehensive orientation, training, and supervision — that assists you in preparing for and delivering the best service possible to our campers. The experience our counselors have at Camp Freedom is truly meaningful work and the real chance to make a difference in the lives of kids with diabetes. Camp counselors have the opportunity to either volunteer for the weeks or receive a small stipend.

Please contact Michelle Foster at mfoster[AT]diabetes.org for counselor opportunities or visit Our Camp Website Link: www.diabetes.org.

CAMP FACILITIES: AFFORDABLE CHEER CAMPS AND COACHES CLINICS

STARTING AT $30 (PER CAMPER) FOR 4 HOUR CAMPS!!!!

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CAMP FACILITIES: We have a boys and girls side of camp, with 10 cabins on each. Tennis courts, 2 basketball courts, 2 beach volleyball courts, a beautiful outdoor amphitheater overlooking the lake, a zip line, indoor/outdoor climbing wall and many other beautiful spots of enjoy your summer!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: For 60 years, B'nai B'rith Perlman Camp has become the second home for campers and staff alike. Join the Perlman Camp family today, and experience Jewish overnight camping at its best! Since 1954, Perlman Camp has created a fun and inclusive family atmosphere, which provides opportunities for growth and the development of a positive self-identity. We pride ourselves on our exceptional childcare, outstanding program, and engaging Jewish programming.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have a two year Leadership Program at Perlman Camp. The first year is the Pioneer program, for campers entering into 11th grade. They live on platform tents in the foods, cook their own meals, create their own programming and spend 3 weeks in Israel. Campers going into 12 grade participate in our Staff-In-Training (SIT) program. The spend the summer learning the values of being a counselor, transitioning from camper to staff and then living in the bunks for the last 3 weeks of camp.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer a financial aid application to any family in need, and do our best to provide as much aid as possible. There is also the One Happy Camper Grant and Bunk Connect Available through the FJC.

Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.jewishcamp.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Full Season-Sunday, June 29th - Friday, August 15th
First Session-Sunday, June 29th - Friday, July 25th
Second Session-Sunday, July 27th - Friday, August 15th
Rookie Session A-Sunday, June 29th-Friday July 11th
Rookie Session B-Sunday July 27th-Friday August 8th

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: At the YMCA, we do not turn anyone away due to an inability to pay. The Y is a non-profit charitable organization that strengthens the foundations of our community. Thanks to donations to the Y's Annual Campaign, we can offer financial assistance to those unable to pay the standard fees.*

Anyone is invited to apply for an income-based YMCA membership or financial assistance. Those receiving income-based memberships are also eligible to receive discounted rates for programming, including camp!

OTHER CAMP INFO: Camp Winnipeg, located in West Chester at the West Chester Area YMCA provides campers who are preschool age through 8th grade with a summer they'll never forget. Campers have an opportunity to make friends and participate in a variety of camp activities including: arts & crafts, sports, free swim, field games, community service and weekly themed activities.

Camp Winnipeg runs for 11 weeks from June 13 through August 26 and registration for camp is done by the week to allow families flexibility to select camp weeks that work for them. Camp runs from 9 AM - 4 PM each day, aftercare is included in the price of camp. Before care is available for a nominal fee. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify. For more information visit our website.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 13 through August 26

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Here you will be able to put your experiences, abilities, creativity and energy to work and discover the talents within yourself as you touch the lives of those around you. The YMCA of Greater Brandywine has many job opportunities including seasonal, part-time and full-time, each featuring incredible benefits and coworkers that will quickly feel like family.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have two spacious studios, two large dressing area, two bathrooms, a large lobby. The floors are marley over wood - very good floors.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: SUMMER BALLET INTENSIVE: Intermediate and advanced ballet students hone their skills in ballet, pointe, partnering, jazz, modern, character dance, historical dance and yoga. Principal Dancer, Irina Komarenko, from the Donetsk Ballet will make the long journey from Ukraine to teach this three week program. WDA ballet mistress and former principal dancer from the Kyrgyz Opera and Ballet in Krygystan, Elena Tiuriakulova, has been on staff at WDA since 2003 and will also be teaching during the program.

Additional faculty include Yosbel Delgado, formerly of the Pennsylvania Ballet, Donald Lunsford, Artistic Director of Philadanco II, Svetlana Lutz, former principal dancer of Stavropol Cossack’s Dance Troupe, and Meghan Dwyer, yoga instructor of Blue Banyon Yoga. The Intensive is intended for serious students who want to improve their technique. Dancers should be between the ages of 10-22 and have at least two years of experience. A studio performance will be held at the end of the intensive and will be followed by a reception.

Cost: $950 for the three week program or $325 per week

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Dates: June 26 to July 14, 2017, Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $950 for the three week program or $325 per week

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Complete information can be found on our website.

CAMP FACILITIES: Storefront in residential area

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: All dance classes are run by professional dedicated teachers. All of our teachers have extensive experience teaching dance/modeling/acting and teaching children of all ages and skill levels.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We offer ballet jazz and hip hop year around - included in our after-school program

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Tuition is $75 per week and there is a $35 registration fee
Camp is broken up into 2 sessions.
Session A
June 17th to July 19th
Session B
July 22nd to August 23rd

CAMP FACILITIES: The incredible Lake Nichecronk is a centerpoint here at Camp Speers. Of course, that is in addition to our rustic cabins, challenge course and climbing towers, zip line, art center, and so much more, including our incredible Equestrian Program which offers lessons in both Western and English riding styles.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Since 1948 Camp Speers has been providing incredible summer experiences to children from the United States and many countries around the world. Our campers become stronger, gain confidence, and leave here as young leaders, all of course with the desire to come back next summer. Camp Speers has also established an excellent reputation with our Leadership Programming (both the CIT and LIT Sessions).

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Camp Speers has also established an excellent reputation with our Leadership Programming (both the CIT and LIT Sessions).

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer Financial Assistance to families.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camp Labor Day and Memorial Day

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We offer Outdoor Education, Famiy Retreats, and Group retreats. Also Cub Scout and Girl Scout Camp-Outs!

OTHER CAMP INFO: Call today and schedule a tour at a time convenient for you.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For specific dates and rates information please refer to our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.campspeersymca.org.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are currently looking for counselors for the Summer Camp!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: At the YMCA, we do not turn anyone away due to an inability to pay. The Y is a non-profit charitable organization that strengthens the foundations of our community. Thanks to donations to the Y's Annual Campaign, we can offer financial assistance to those unable to pay the standard fees.*

Anyone is invited to apply for an income-based YMCA membership or financial assistance. Those receiving income-based memberships are also eligible to receive discounted rates for programming, including camp!

OTHER CAMP INFO: Camp Chippewa, located in West Grove at the Jennersville YMCA provides campers from preschool age through 6th grade with a summer they'll never forget. Campers have an opportunity to make friends and participate in a variety of camp activities including: arts & crafts, sports, free swim, field games, community service and weekly themed activities.

Camp Chippewa runs for 14 weeks from May 30 through September 2 and registration for camp is done by the week to allow families flexibility to select camp weeks that work for them. Camp Chippewa also offers a variety of specialty camps including: aquatics, dance, theatre and junior lifeguarding. Camp runs from 9 AM - 4 PM each day, aftercare is included in the price of camp. Before care is available for a nominal fee. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify. For more information visit our website.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
March 30 through August 26

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Here you will be able to put your experiences, abilities, creativity and energy to work and discover the talents within yourself as you touch the lives of those around you. The YMCA of Greater Brandywine has many job opportunities including seasonal, part-time and full-time, each featuring incredible benefits and coworkers that will quickly feel like family.

CAMP FACILITIES: Ravens Run has air-conditioned classrooms, a social hall, a ceramics studio and beautiful, shady outdoor space.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Ravens Run, New Hope’s Visual & Performing Arts Camp, brings together professional artists and students to explore the world of creativity in a supportive, inspiring and fun environment. At Ravens Run, children are encouraged to broaden their artistic horizons while developing technical skills. Campers learn to find their special creative spirit and no prior experience is necessary.

Campers will be exposed to a wide variety of artistic styles and media, including painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, crafts, stained glass, photography, dance, yoga, music, magic, theatre, claymation and creative writing. We strive to give each child a rich art experience that fosters flexible thinking and creative problem solving skills.

Each session culminates with a spectacular camp-wide art show and performance. Ravens Run is both serious art and serious fun! Ravens Run is proud to have an outstanding staff of art teachers and professional artists who currently work in their fields.

Our experienced staff teaches and mentors students at all levels. They are committed to guiding students through a creative experience that develops their abilities and encourages their personal expression. Ravens Run counselors are bright, creative and caring college students who love working with children. Many are planning careers in the arts and/or teaching fields. Join us as we celebrate our 26th year of quality arts programming!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Ravens Run offers a Young Adult Program for high school students. Campers who are 14-16 years old will be mentored by an art teacher while engaging in a full range of art classes.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Try-It week: June 22-26: $375
Session 1 (3 weeks) June 29-July 17: $995

Session 2 (3 weeks) July 20-August 7: $1025

6 Weeks: June 29-August 7: $1895
All 7 weeks: June 22-August 7: $2195

10% discount for each additional sibling Sessions 1 & 2 are independent of each other. Campers can attend either session and many attend both sessions. Each session culminates with a spectacular camp-wide art show and performance.

Visit our website for more details at: Our Camp Website Link: www.ravensrun.com Hurry! We only have so many easels!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: PIMF has sessions in both June and July and includes six program options: Orchestra, Solo Performance, Piano, Chamber Music Intensive, Musical Theatre & Opera, and College Audition Preparation. PIMF also includes a separate program for college students and young professionals with Maestro Kensho Watanabe, Assistant Conductor of The Philadelphia Orchestra.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarship discounts available based on time-of-registration and program choice.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June Session

Two-Week Pre-College Program Dates – June 20 – July 3, 2020
One-Week Pre-College Program Dates – June 20 – June 26 / June 27 – July 3, 2020

July Session

Two-Week Pre-College Program Dates – July 18 – July 31, 2020
One-Week Pre-College Program Dates – July 18 – 24 / July 25 – July 31, 2020

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: School of Rock Camps are 5 days of learning music, playing music, band bonding and performance!

CAMP FACILITIES: Koresh School of Dance facilities include two beautiful, spacious and newly renovated dance studio, with sprung floors. Two large, fully carpeted lobbies frame the studios where dancers can stretch and warm-up.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Certified teachers.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid upon request.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We offer dance classes in Ballet Technique, Modern Technique, Jazz and Hip-Hop year round.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Dance Camp for ages 4-6

July 6-10 (Monday-Friday) 9:30am-12:30pm

August 3-7 (Monday-Friday) 9:30am-12:30pm

$370 for one week

CAMP FACILITIES: Each camp location has indoor facilities (gym, classrooms, auditorium), a pool, sports fields. Some have tennis courts and more.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: MINI CAMP
For Boys & Girls
AGE 3
A fun-filled first camp experience
for 3 year-old campers!

DAY CAMP
For Boys & Girls
AGES 4-8
Pure fun! Activities include: swimming, art, sports, science, music/drama and more!

SPORTS CAMP
For Boys & Girls
AGES 6-14
The finest multi-sports experience featuring baseball, soccer, basketball, hockey, lacrosse and more!

SENIOR CAMP
For Boys & Girls
AGES 9-15
For campers interested in new challenges and adventures!

MAJOR CAMPS
For Boys & Girls
Gr K-10
Unique specialty camps in Science, Technology, Design, Business and the Arts.

TENNIS CAMPS
Single-Sport Camps 1-9 weeks
For Boys & Girls
AGES 6-14
Designed for beginner, intermediate and advanced players.
Full and half day options.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Bronx, NY at The Riverdale Country School
Greenwich, CT at Greenwich Academy
Haverford, PA at The Haverford School
Chestnut Hill, PA at Norwood-Fontbonne Academy
Montgomery Springs, PA at Montgomery School
Newtown Square, PA at Episcopal Academy
Tinton Falls, NJ at Ranney School
Lawrenceville, NJ at The Lawrenceville School
Baltimore, MD at The Gilman School
North Bethesda, MD at The Georgetown Prep School Bronx, NY at The Riverdale Country School
Greenwich, CT at Greenwich Academy

LEADERSHIP EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (LEaD)
Young Adults, Age 15-17

OVERVIEW
Join the Leadership Exploration and Development Program (LEaD) and prepare to be a part of the next generation of ESF Leaders. Discover your unique leadership abilities and gain rewarding experience that will help you to develop the skills to be a future ESF counselor or coach, as well as a productive member of your home and school communities. Through immersive leadership workshops, hands-on mentoring and apprentice opportunities, team building initiatives and philanthropic service learning experiences, the LEaD Program will prepare you for the very valuable job of making a difference in the lives of children.

Highlights include:
- CPR and First Aid training
- An adventure-based field trip
- Service learning credit hours
- Exposure to ESF experts and talented activity specialists
- Recreational activities & sports
- Swimming

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 13 - August 18 (dates may vary at different locations)

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
At ESF, we hire only the best of the best and we take great pride in the fact that our team members aspire to positions of leadership and responsibility. In recognition of the individual strengths and talents of our team members, we actively support both personal and professional development every summer and provide the tools and guidance necessary for advancement.

Our team of counselors, coaches and lifeguards/swim instructors consists of teachers as well as undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in a variety of fields including but not limited to Education, Kinesiology, Psychology, Social Work and Family Science.

Our training and leadership development programs propel ESF to the forefront of the camp industry. Additionally, a high percentage of team members return to our ESF family each year to create amazing life experiences for our campers.

For complete jobs info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.esfjobs.com.

CAMP FACILITIES: New country-styled cabins all have electricity and indoor bathroom facilities. There are 8 - 12 campers in each bunk supervised by 3-4 counselors. Located on a campus of nearly 175 acres, our facilities include: a new air conditioned alpine-styled dining room, a multi-purpose air conditioned indoor gymnasium and theatre, two baseball/ softball fields, eight tennis courts, two soccer fields, three basketball courts (lighted), a beach volleyball court, an extensive fine arts building that is air conditioned, computer lab with air conditioning, multi-stationed ropes/climbing wall course, horseback riding arena, lake, heated pool with dual water slides, hockey arena, circus and gymnastics pavilion, flying trapeze, skateboard park, and a Teepee village for overnight camp-outs.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: It’s all about choice. Your choice! TOTAL CHOICE! Lindenmere’s program is on the cutting edge of summer camping. Campers work with their counselors and specialty staff to select the activities they want and love. This makes each and every day challenging, unique
and fun. We have an Outdoor Adventure (consisting of rockclimbing, high and low ropes, zipline, survivorman, mountain boarding & biking), Cooking, Circus, Flying Trapeze, Archery, Fitness, Hockey, Volleyball, Skateboarding, Go Karts, GaGa, and Fashion Design programing as well. New country-styled cabins all have electricity and indoor bathroom facilities.

There are 8 - 12 campers in each bunk supervised by 3-4 counselors. Located on a campus of nearly 175 acres, our facilities include: a new alpine-styled dining room, a multi-purpose indoor gymnasium and theatre, two baseball/ softball fields, five tennis courts, two soccer fields, three basketball courts (lighted), two beach volleyball courts, an extensive fine arts building, computer lab, multi-stationed ropes/climbing wall course, horseback riding arena, lake, heated pool with dual water slides, hockey arena, circus and gymnastics pavilion, flying trapeze, skateboard park, and a Teepee village for overnight camp-outs

Lindenmere campers choose both majors and minors to construct their perfect day. With over fifty electives to choose from and a team of dedicated specialty staff, we ensure the success and growth of all of our campers.

Majors are selected before the beginning of each session. They are instructional and goal oriented. Major programs often culminate in a performance or production. Athletic Majors participate in competitive events.

Minors are chosen daily. They are instructional or recreational. Minors allow campers to experience a diverse array of activities.

7:45 am Wake up
8:15 am Breakfast
8:45 - 9:25 am Clean Up
9:25 - 10:25 am First Major
10:30 - 10:40 am Fruit Break at Art Center and Circus
10:45 - 11:45 am Second Major
11:55 - 12:55 am Third Major
1:00 pm Lunch
1:35 - 2:35 pm Rest Period
2:40 - 3:30 pm First Minor
3:35 - 3:50 pm Snack [AT] Art Center
3:55 - 4:45 pm Second Minor
4:55 - 5:55 pm Third Minor (Free Time)
6:00 pm Line Up
6:15 pm Dinner
7:00 - 7:30 pm Free Play
7:30 - 8:15 pm Shower Time
8:15 pm Evening Activity
9:10 pm Canteen & staggered bed times according to age

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Camp Lindenmere’s Leadership Training Program is carefully designed to teach participants both life and camp related skills. The LT’s will participate in all of the traditional Lindenmere camp activities, and will often experience many of these activities in a leadership role.

The program is fun, dynamic and creative while offering the LT’s more freedom and responsibility than other campers. The LT’s have the opportunity to participate in regular camp activities as well as experiential learning activities designed to teach life skills.

As the oldest campers, the LT’s are considered the foundation of the Lindenmere experience. Each participant is considered a valuable part of our community and is eligible to become our future staff and leaders.

OTHER CAMP INFO: How many people in each bunk?
Each bunk houses 8-12 campers with two to three counselors. The cabins are equipped with modern conveniences such as full bath facilities, including hot and cold running water, ample electrical outlets and storage space for clothing.

When do the campers pick their activities?
Majors are chosen before campers arrive at camp. The three minors are chosen at breakfast each morning and may vary from day to day.

Do campers ever get turned away from an activity they choose?
Never. A full time program director spends the day working with each child's schedule.

How many people in each activity?
Sometimes a child chooses a private lesson which is one-on-one with an instructor. Most activities have between eight to twelve children.

How does the laundry work?
Every camper's laundry is done with an outside service and is collected on Friday and returned to the campers on Sunday. The laundry for each cabin is kept together and the children sort their laundry with the aid of their counselors upon its return.

Do you have a doctor in camp?
We have a doctor and three registered nurses during each session. Our infirmary is staffed twenty four hours per day.

Are campers put into bunks by age or grade?
Campers are usually grouped in cabins by grade. Sometimes parents will request a placement by age. If your child wants to bunk with friends, we almost always are able to work it out.
Any out of camp trips?

Children leave camp to compete in intercamp games or special events such as a day trip to Camelbeach, Dorney Park, whitewater rafting, ice skating, bowling, minor league baseball games.

Do campers need extra money?
Canteen is provided free of charge each day. A small amount of spending money is recommended for other incidentals.

Where do campers come from?
All over. We have large groups of children from the New York metropolitan area, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington, Florida, and California, but don't be surprised if you have a bunk mate from London, Paris, Madrid or Singapore.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to our website for complete information at: Our Camp Website Link: camplindenmere.com.

CAMP FACILITIES: The Kirby Center for Creative Arts will serve as the brand-new home and performance venue for Summer At Sem -Creative Arts, in addition to existing arts buildings. Our facilities also include four dormitories, an air-conditioned dining hall, classroom buildings, open practice rooms, dance and fine art studios, athletic center with two gymnasiums, fitness rooms and swimming pool, new stadium, tennis courts and artificial turf fields, three computer labs and a 20,000 volume library.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: If you are an artist, or aspire to be, Sem is the place to spend your summer. Here you may choose from dedicated session of study in vocal performance, symphony orchestra, dance and theater, along with several visual arts courses. If you can't decide which of your passions to pursue, you will love our design-your-own program: this approach allows students to study across multiple disciplines during the same session. Imagine a schedule of dance in the morning followed by a theater or vocal performance elective course in the afternoon. The possibilities are endless!

OTHER CAMP INFO: Residential and Day sessions are available.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
VOCAL PERFORMANCE
July 15-July 29
One 2-week session offered.
Day and boarding options, ages 10-18
Day students: $950 per 2-week session
Boarding students: $2400 per 2-week session

SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
July 15-July 29
One 2-week session offered.
Day and boarding options, ages 12-18
Day students: $950 per 2-week session
Boarding students: $2400 per 2-week session

THEATER
July 8-August 4
Two 2-week sessions offered.
Day and boarding options, ages 10-18
Day students: $950 per 2-week session
Boarding students: $2400 per 2-week session

DANCE
July 8-August 4
Two 2-week sessions offered.
Day and boarding options, ages 10-18
Day students: $950 per 2-week session
Boarding students: $2400 per 2-week session

VISUAL ARTS
July 9-August 3
Four 1-week sessions offered.
Day and boarding options, ages 12-18
July 9-13: Filmmaking

July 9-July 13: Discovering Realism
July 16-20: Ceramics
July 23-July 27: Jewelry and Metalsmithing
July 30-August 3: Exploring Photography
Day students: $475 per 1-week session
Boarding students: $1200 per 1-week session

JUNIOR ARTS
July 9-July 20
One 2-week session offered.
Day students, ages 7-12
Day students: $700 per 2-week session

CAMP FACILITIES: One lodge with indoor facilities (restrooms, kitchen)
One cabin-sensory room
3 pavilions with electrical access

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: 3 to 1 ratio camper to staff
Cook-ServSafe certified
Kitchen inspected by Dept. of Health
Staff CPR and First Aid certified
Nurse on site

See history of The Arc at Our Camp Website Link: www.thearcofyorkcounty.org

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Limited camperships available on an as needed basis. Must apply separately.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.thearcofyorkcounty.org

OTHER CAMP INFO: Our Camp Website Link: www.youtube.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 6, 2020 through August 7, 2020 M-F 9:30 AM-3:00 PM

$530 per week-assistance through MH-IDD available if eligible.

Limited camperships (scholarships) available on an as needed basis.

Transportation not included in fee but is available through Kelly Transit.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Counselors, cook, nurse.

Apply online at Our Camp Website Link: www.thearcofyorkcounty.org or email Alicia Zienkiewicz at zienk[AT]thearcofyorkcounty.org

CAMP FACILITIES: West Chester Studio for the Performing Arts [AT] Uptown is located in the new Knauer Performing Arts Center. We have two acting studios, fully equipped with a stage, props and furniture for acting scenes as well as a piano for our musical theater classes and cabaret performances. All our performances take place either in the Black Box Theater or on the Main Stage.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: West Chester Studio for the Performing Arts [AT] Uptown strives to help every performer find their voice and learn to put it out into the world. Every week 16-40 performers have the opportunity to work alongside theater professionals. Every camp creates a show which is performed on the last day of camp for family and friends. Plus, our shows never have a chorus! Which means everyone plays a nice role! Our talented staff has worked on Broadway, regional theater, TV and Film. New this summer in addition to our Camps we will be rehearsing two musicals. One musical will be for Teens and the other for our younger performers. Join us for fun, skill packed weeks of theatre performance! Check out our website for more information: Our Camp Website Link: www.westchesterstudio.com.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: West Chester Studio for the Performing Arts offers classes in Acting and Musical Theatre through out the school year. In the spring we are in rehearsal for our Spring Shows and every Fall we audition for our Professional Youth Program.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Half Day, One Week Camp:
Storybook Theater (ages 4-7), $200

Full Day, One week Camps:
Glee Week (ages 9-17), $385
Theatrical Production (ages 11-17), $375
Acting for the Camera (ages 10-17), $375

Full Day, Two Week Camp:
Triple Threat Camp (ages 8-17, performers will be divided into groups by age.), $650

Full Day, Three Week Show Camp:
Teen Show: (ages 13-17), $750
Kids Show: (ages 8-14), $750

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
West Chester Studio for the Performing Arts is looking for professional actor/directors with significant teaching experience to guide young performers in our one and two week summer theatre camps. Applicants must have PA Clearances. Check out our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.westchesterstudio.com.

Interested applicants email your resume to: therese[AT]westchesterstudio.com for consideration.

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Galil is set in the beautiful fields and forests of Bucks County, Pennsylvania, about one hour from both Philadelphia, New York City, and most New Jersey addresses.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Galil is a kibbutz atmosphere that focuses on cooperative living. It is a community of young people from all streams of Jewish life.

One key to our success is our unique "youth leading youth" formula. Grounded in our historic and dynamic partnership with Habonim Dror Labor Zionist Youth, Camp Galil truly "walks the walk" of youth leadership by empowering our talented counselors to plan and implement all aspects of Camp Galil's educational program.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Madatz is our Leadership Training Program for campers finishing 11th grade. The madatz program offers our future counselors an intense training program in leadership and a wonderful opportunity to experience living and working together as a group.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: One Happy Camper Grant, also Camp Galil Scholarship Fund.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Galil runs programming for our campers across the tri-state area all year round! From Fall and Spring Seminars at camp and celebrations of Jewish holidays to bowling trips and community service projects, we hope you will join us this year.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Galil is open to campers aged 8 to 16.
We have 2, 3, 4, and 7 week options.
We also offer a four day program for current 2nd graders called "Taste of Galil."

CAMP FACILITIES: Modern cabins with bathroom facilities in the bunk. Two private lakes, swimming pool, 12 tennis courts, golf facility with driving range, chipping/putting green, state of the art adventure program with four-sided climbing wall, two zip lines, high and low ropes course, archery range, three baseball fields, two soccer fields, two indoor gyms, fitnes center, hockey rink, lacrosse field, skate park, two gaga pits, indoor game room, canteen, three outdoor and three indoor basketball courts, arts program with cooking, woodshop, ceramics, and crafts.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our program is designed to ensure that our campers have a well-rounded camp experience that includes, sports, arts, aquatic and adventure activities. As our children get older, they have more choice in their daily activities.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CIT program for boys who have completed 10th grade and an LIT program for boys that have completed 11th grade.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit us online at Our Camp Website Link: www.campwayne.com for information on our dates and fees.

CAMP FACILITIES: Our cabins are nestled in the woods, on a lake, and each one has a bathroom with two sinks, two toilets, and two showers. Our dining hall is large enough to seat the entire camp, so we are able to eat all of our meals as one big family. We have a heated outdoor pool, two baseball fields, two large multi-purpose fields (soccer, football, lacrosse), 6 tennis courts, an outdoor and an indoor basketball court, a fencing room, a fitness center, an indoor floor hockey/soccer rink, a multi-room arts & crafts center, more than 10 high ropes and climbing elements, a beautiful covered theater that overlooks the lake, plenty of forest for hiking, biking, and camping, and much more.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our camp environment is designed to promote success, self-confidence and self-esteem for every single camper. We limit our enrollment to ensure that every camper is known - by name, by interests and by who they are as individuals. All of our programs combine skill development, challenges and fun, stressing participation and sportsmanship over winning while encouraging campers to get into the spirit of healthy competition.

We pride ourselves on hiring fantastic, talented staff. Our friendly counselors get the kind of training that helps them give their very best to your child. Many of our counselors are former campers who can't wait to share the Lake Owego experience from a first-hand perspective. We also personally recruit counselors from colleges and universities throughout the United States as well as some from Scotland, England and other countries.

Lake Owego Camp is owned by the Black family, who has been operating youth summer camps longer than almost anyone else. In 1931, Hughie and Selma Black founded Pine Forest Camp, which grew over the years to become a nationally recognized co-ed camp. Building on that success, Lake Owego for boys was opened in 1961, and our sister camp for girls, Camp Timber Tops, was opened in 1963.

Today, the third-generation and 4th generation leadership of Mickey and Barbara Black, and their children, Lee and Anna, carry on the family legacy, earning awards such as "Family Business of the Year" and serving as active leaders in the American Camping Association of America.

Directors John and Rachel Waszczak, Kyle Silver, Jeff Freedman and Shelly Silver have over 90 years of combined camp experience, and they work together a fantastic camp experience for each and every Lake Owego camper.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Campers going into 11th grade take part in our Counselor Assistant program, which includes opportunities to assist in teaching activities, assist in younger bunks, go on college tours to NY, MD, PA, MA, and a 2 week trip to Costa Rica. The Costa Rica trip is included in the camp tuition, and the campers will get to explorer and see the sites, go on a canopy zip-line tour, and hike around a volcano, as well as train for and put on a 1 week camp for underserved local children. It is a once in a lifetime opportunity!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Early registration rates are available at different times throughout the year.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): If you're interested in camp for next year, try one of our Explorer Weekends! We offer overnight opportunities during the summer so that interested campers can spend the night in the bunk and experience camp before going away.

We also offer 4-10 day specialty camps during the summer; TOP Basketball, TOP Adventure, TOP Cooks, and TOP Riding (English style Horseback Riding).

Before and after our traditional summer camp dates, camp is available for retreats, rental groups, weddings, and other events.

Don't hesitate to call or email with any inquiries!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We host reunions and new camper events in PA, NY, NJ, MD, FL, CT, CA, TX, and many other cities and states all year long. We love to get our camp family together as much as we can, and we go out of our way to meet new and interested families at our New Camper Events, our overnight stay at camp on New Family Weekend, or at home visits

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website for a full list of session options, dates, and fees at: Our Camp Website Link: www.lakeowego.com.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are always looking for great people to work at camp as bunk counselors and and activity instructors.  If you are excited to work with children and want to find out more about a fantastic summer job opportunity, please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.lakeowego.com.  

There you'll find pictures, videos, information, and our staff application.  You're also welcome to call or email with any questions.  Thanks!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Youth should plan to be online 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. weekdays, and to work ten additional hours per week on their projects. Most of the scheduled time is for projects but some of it will be for meetings.

Required equipment: A tablet or phone with a front-facing camera. A video camera or DSLR camera will also work.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 16 - June 29

Tuition:
$240 for non-MNOHS students
$180 for MNOHS students--or free for those who qualify

Please see our web site for more information: Our Camp Website Link: www.mnohs.org

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Broadway Dreams Foundation is a week-long day intensive where our students work with a faculty of Broadways finest. During the course of the week,the students will be trained in classes and have rehearsals with the staff in order to prepare for the showcase that is presented at the end of the week to family friends,and industry agents!

On the last day of the intensive,students will audition for Telsey and Co as well as other Casting Agency's. More than 3,000 students have participated in Broadway Dreams programs.

Past students have gone on to perform with Broadway, national touring and regional productions including Bring It On: The Musical (Ryann Redmond, Calli Alden), Bare (Ariana Groover), Memphis (Lindsay Roberts), The Book of Mormon (Paris Nesbitt), Shrek (Chase Todd), Evita (Katie Huff), The Addams Family (Ethan Wexler), A Chorus Line (Sidney DuPont) and Spring Awakening (Blake Daniel).

There is no better way to grow as a performer while making valuable industry connections than through The Broadway Dreams Foundation.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships Available.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Dates: August 5 - 11
Registration Fee:995.00
Scholarships Available:Yes
Next Audition Date:June 29th
Final Casting:July 26th and 27th

CAMP FACILITIES: Two spacious dance studios with a marley floor over wood, a large dressing area and large lobby

CAMP PROGRAM INFO:

SUMMER BEGINNER DANCE CAMP - In two action packed weeks of camp, students ages 7 and up who have little or no training in ballet and other dance forms will learn the basics of Ballet, Jazz, Modern and Hip Hop in a fun and creative atmosphere, focusing on basic positions and movements and allowing for creativity. At the end of camp students will perform their new talents for family and friends. The program will be taught by the popular Karina Banks.

PRE-BALLET DANCE CAMP - Dancing Fairy Tales, for ages 4-6, will feature favorite stories from around the world explored dynamically through dance.
This one week dance camp will foster your child's creativity by using creative dance and Ballet as a springboard into exploration and discovery—expressing stories, ideas and dreams that go beyond performing a series of steps. The program will be taught by our pre-ballet teacher Cara King.

SUMMER BALLET INTENSIVE - The Summer Ballet Intensive is for intermediate and advanced ballet students. The program stresses the highly structured Vaganova syllabus and closely resembles the program of study adhered to in the former Soviet Union.
Students should bring a bag lunch and yoga mat.
The program is for students ages 10-22 with at least two years training in ballet.
Taught by various teachers, including Elena Tiuriakulova, Yosbel Delgado, Nancy Malmed, Donald Lunsford, Svetlana Zherdova, Carly McDade, and SPECIAL GUEST from the Donetsk Ballet, Irina Komarenko.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
BEGINNER DANCE
Dates: July 16 - 27, 2018, from 9AM to 12PM.
Cost: $200 per week, or $375 for two weeks.

PRE-BALLET DANCE
Dates: July 30 - August 3, 2018, from 9AM to 11:30PM.
Cost: $180

SUMMER INTENSIVE
Dates: June 18 - July 13, from 9:30AM to 3:30PM.
Cost: $325 per week or $1250 for the full four weeks.

Discount: Special $25 discount per week if you register and pay in full by May 1, 2018.

See our website for registration forms and more information.

CAMP FACILITIES: 24 Boys Cabins and 24 Girls Cabins. All cabins are modern wooden cottages with bathrooms and showers. Heated pool and water slide, full circus program and horseback riding on camp.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Individualized program based on each camper's needs and interests. 6 activity periods each day, you choose all of them.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session 1: June 24 - July 22, 2017
Session 2: July 22 - Aug 12, 2017

CAMP FACILITIES: Groove partners with several camps in the Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. Facilities vary at each location. Please visit our website for a listing of all camp locations.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO:
Groove provides a fun, interactive, hands-on camp experience like no other! From Filmmaking to Songwriting with DJ and Broadcaster options we offer a truly unique opportunity for kids to tap into their creativity, learn skills that will foster their ideas and have a great time in the process. Groove strives to maintain an inclusive atmosphere. Everyone gets involved at their own pace and is able to focus on what individually inspires them.

Groove conducts thorough background checks on all instructors.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Enrichment Programs
Dance Parties
Birthday Parties
Private Parties
Corporate Events

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Groove has half-day and full-day camps available in multiple locations throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.

All Groove camp options can be found on our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.ucangroove.com.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
If you're looking for a fun summer gig, then get your summer GROOVE on with us! We're looking for instructors that love working with kids on a variety of hands-on camps: SONGWRITER, FILMMAKER, BROADCASTER, DJ & HIP HOP 101.

We are currently staffing for the following locations:

Philadelphia Area Suburbs
Pittsburgh, PA
Wilmington, DE
Cherry Hill, NJ

Please check out Groove camps at: Our Camp Website Link: www.ucangroove.com

Then send your resume and some info about you and your summer interests to: info[AT]ucangroove.com

We re also always looking for part-time staff during the school year for our Rockstar Parties & Events. We need:Camera Operators, Video Editors, Hip-Hop Dancers & Audio Engineers.
Groove also offers internships!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: For financial aid information, please call Sam Pedings at spedings[AT]ardentheatre.org.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please see our website for more information.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Many camps and choices.... go to Our Camp Website Link: www.gydance.org for more info or to register.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: At the YMCA, we do not turn anyone away due to an inability to pay. The Y is a non-profit charitable organization that strengthens the foundations of our community. Thanks to donations to the Y's Annual Campaign, we can offer financial assistance to those unable to pay the standard fees.*

Anyone is invited to apply for an income-based YMCA membership or financial assistance. Those receiving income-based memberships are also eligible to receive discounted rates for programming, including camp!

OTHER CAMP INFO: Camp Brandywine, located in Coatesville at the Brandywine YMCA provides campers who have completed kindergarten through 6th grade with a summer they'll never forget. Campers have an opportunity to make friends and participate in a variety of camp activities including arts & crafts, sports, free swim, field games, community service and weekly themed activities.

Camp Brandywine runs for 11 weeks from June 13 through August 26 and registration for camp is done by the week to allow families flexibility to select camp weeks that work for them. Camp runs from 9 AM - 4 PM each day, aftercare is included in the price of camp. Before care is available for a nominal fee. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify. For more information visit our website.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 13 through August 26.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Here you will be able to put your experiences, abilities, creativity and energy to work and discover the talents within yourself as you touch the lives of those around you. The YMCA of Greater Brandywine has many job opportunities including seasonal, part-time and full-time, each featuring incredible benefits and coworkers that will quickly feel like family.

CAMP FACILITIES: Conshatawba is a Resident Camp that specializes in The Arts and Adventure. We have a ceramics and pottery program, arts and craft building, theater stage,pool, climbing rock wall and zip line, low ropes course, archery field and numerous sports fields. Conshatawba has beautiful lodges, platform tents, and cabins for lodging.Girls attend themed weeks of camp throughout the summer with this year's most popular sessions being a Percy Jackson session and a Hunger Games themed session. Conshatawba offers resident camping for girls ages 8-17 as well as family sessions.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Conshatawba has adventure programming specializing in backpacking trips. Conshatawba offers a 4 sided climbing tower and zipline. Conshatawba also focuses on the arts with an indoor theater and arts studio.

Our camps are staffed with activity specialists, a cook, a health supervisor and specialty staff for adventure programs. Staff members are carefully selected for their skills as well as how they work with children and adults. They participate in weeklong training sessions where they earn appropriate certifications. Camp Conshatawba offers programming for Girl Scouts to build girls of confidence, courage and character.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We offer a two week CIT session for girls to learn leadership skills.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Girls may apply for scholarships through Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We offer family white water rafting programs and traditional family camp programs. There are also Mom and daughter weekend programs.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp Conshatawba offers year round programming. Groups may rent the lodges during the year. The challenge course/zipline is available for reservation during the months of May-October. Winter programming with cross county skiing is also available.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Check out our S'more magazine with session dates and fees at: Our Camp Website Link: www.gswpa.org.

CAMP FACILITIES: The Academy contains four spacious and well-equipped dance studios, two acting studios, two private voice studios, a student practice room, a student/teacher library, a student lounge and a comfortable waiting area for parents accompanying students to the Academy. In addition, the Charles Gray Auditorium offers the Academy a theater in which to showcase the accomplishments and achievements of its student body.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: As Pittsburgh's premier training Academy for Musical Theater, we are dedicated to celebrating their talent, encouraging their dreams, and helping develop their abilities. By providing the finest dance, voice and acting training in a positive, fun-filled class setting, the CLO Academy encourages both an appreciation for musical theater and a well-rounded education.

CLO Academy’s enriched, diverse curriculum is taught by university instructors and experienced professionals in the industry.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The CLO Academy boasts a 100% post-secondary education placement record. Alumni have attended prestigious universities including Boston College, Carnegie Mellon University, The Julliard School, New York University, Point Park University and the University of Michigan. With its diverse programs, students are sure to find the program that’s right for them.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Program dates run from June 14 until August 12 with sessions ranging from 3 days to 3 weeks. Costs range from $170 to $595, depending on the session. See our website for more details.

CAMP FACILITIES: Students are house in college dormitories at Shenandoah and Duquesne Universities. The Workshop at George Mason University is a day camp.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The National Jazz Workshop faculty represents the best jazz educators and performers from Washington, DC, an area known worldwide as one of the nation’s most prestigious and innovative centers for jazz performance. Throughout the week students will receive instruction and coaching from National Jazz Workshop staff that is focused on raising the level of performance of each participant. The main goal of the workshop is to provide participants with the resources and direction to further develop and expand their individual skills throughout the year.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The National Jazz Workshop also sponsors a year-round all-star high school big band. Auditions are held in the fall and rehearsals take place at George Mason University.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
visit Our Camp Website Link: www.nationaljazzworkshop.org for dates and locations

CAMP FACILITIES: Summit has approx. 30 traditional wooden cabins with electric and private facilities in each cabin. Our main buildings include our newly refinished dining hall, air-conditioned recreational hall, our medical facility, and a newly built outdoor pavilion. Summit utilizes three A frame buildings for our arts programs, a wilderness treehouse with camp fire area for cookouts, newly resurfaced basketball/tennis courts, high/low ropes course with climbing wall, heated pool, private lake, nature fields with a farm area, martial arts dojo, go-kart track with 3 karts. Summit has a small amphitheatre adjacent to our lake, with a miraculous view of our beautiful setting where we enjoy swimming, canoeing, and riding our banana boats. Our camp resides on a gently rising hillside, thus providing us with the physical basis for our motto, "The Magic on the Hill."

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Summit Camp is a co-ed sleepaway camp for ages 8-19 years with issues of attention: AD/HD, HFA/Asperger’s Disorder, and/or learning differences. Using the frame of a traditional sleepaway camp, we create platforms of success where our campers can experience outcomes such as improved self-esteem, lasting friendships, and increased independence. This is accomplished through a well-orchestrated and expertly staffed backdrop to a largely traditional camp experience- guided challenges, waterfront, adventure course, and more. It is our goal and desire to take our campers from observing peer interactions to engaging in them, to learn and celebrate their own strengths and successes, and to feel a sense of belonging and shared community with those around them while they are with us.

Our Teen Travel program extends the Summit community to provide a safe yet exciting adventure to one of our many attractive national and international destination tours offering 14 day and 19 day excursions. Summit Weekenders provide a youth-group style social retreat for adolescents to have an oasis of independence, enjoyment, and success during the school year months. Regardless of the specific program, Summit provides an expertly staffed, highly structured, and truly fun experience for our youth, and has been doing so since 1969. Summit is accredited by the American Camp Association and takes pride in our long term commitment to and successes in working with special needs youth.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our Transitions to Adult Living Skills program for youth aged 15-19 provides learning and vocational opportunities for our teens. We also have vocational programs for upper camp including, big brother/big sister, waiter/waitressing, working in a specialty area or as UL assistant, photography, and more. Our SUPER TEEN program focuses on building the executive function and daily living skills OUR kids needs to succeed as independently as possible.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Summit provides weekender programs in metropolitan areas throughout the country which run from Friday evening until Sunday mid-day that provide an oasis of social involvement for our youth. NY/NJ and DC/VA weekenders meet on a monthly basis.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Summit has the following resident summer staff in addition to our dual layer of counselors and specialists. • Team of senior directorship including a Master's of Education, licensed social worker, counseling psychologist, and school psychologist. • On site Physician and group of RN's for excellent medication management and treatment on site. • Head counselor who has been a proud member of the Summit community since 1983. We pride ourselves on our ongoing support and training of our staff and our phenomenal return rate of excellent seasonal staff who help us orchestrate and bring the magic to our youth year after year.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Ongoing information can be found on our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.summitcamp.com
Travel Tours 2018: Southeast Theme Parks; San Francisco and Hawaii; Disney Alaskan Cruise

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We would love to hear from interested applicants! We are looking for staff 20+ years of age. Counselors have prior experience working with our populations and are looking for a unique opportunity to develop skills and experience in the best setting, with the best supervision, available!

Our specialty teams include waterfront, arts, performing arts, adventure, nature, science, computers, athletics, and go-karting.

We are looking for specialty teachers that have experience leading youth and instructing others in their given area.

Please contact Leah Love, MS, leahl[AT]summitcamp.com, with interest in working for us. You may have never considered a special needs camp program- but let us show you why working for us may be the summer of a lifetime!