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Georgia summer camps
Wellspring Florida
Residential Coed Fitness and Weight Loss Camp
Wellspring Florida provides campers from the Southeast an amazing opportunity to lose weight and get active in a fun, safe, and beautiful environment. On the water of Florida's beautiful Gulf Coast, campers 11 - 18 years old enjoy one of America's top vacation destinations. Taking advantage of the wonderful sunshine, refreshing local waters, and fantastic campus facilities, campers participate in a variety of outdoor activities and watersports. Then, we cool off back on campus in extensive fitness and recreation facilities, including training and aerobic areas, weight rooms, gyms, and swimming pool. Campers share modern, comfortable, air-conditioned dorms as well as dining and common areas.
Nutrition and culinary classes paired with the delicious food served in the dining hall guarantee knowledge of and love for new foods. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a "BC" (Behavioral Coach) in group and individual sessions knits these elements together into comprehensive lifestyle change for rapid weight loss and long-term weight control.
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Camp Juliette Low
Residential girls' summer camp
Camp Juliette Low is an independent, non-profit camp for girls ages 7 to 17 . Juliette Gordon Low, the founder of the Girl Scouts, hand-picked the location of Camp Juliette Low. The camp is located in the northwest Georgia mountains in one of the most beautiful spots in the Southeast.
Programming includes canoeing, hiking, crafts, nature crafts, outdoor living skills, horseback riding (english), swimming.
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Emagination Game Design Camp
Residential coed summer camp
Get Inside the Game! Teens 15-18 create a 3D video game. Learn creative and technical skills > Choose a role on the development team --- 3D Animator, Level Designer, Audio Artist, Programmer > Build a playable game > Present to a panel of experts > Tour a game development studio > Learn from guest speakers.
Teens come to Emagination Game Design in Atlanta, Boston or Los Angeles from all across America and many foreign countries. We assist with transportation. It's Worth the Trip!
The Benefits of Emagination Game Design
* Teens learn from a team of highly qualified Emagination instructors.
* Teens experience what it's like to work in today's video game design industry.
* Teens learn industry standard software including Maya, 3ds Max, Photoshop® and Unreal Engine 3.
* Teens accept responsibility for part of the game and experience teamwork and deadlines.
* Teens gain public speaking skills as they present their game to a panel of game industry experts.
* Teens see the pros in action on a tour of a game development studio.
* Teens learn from game studio executives who come to campus as guest speakers.
* Teens get unplugged in daily outdoor recreation or swimming.
Doe River Gorge Christian Camp
Residential Coed Camp
Doe River Gorge was created for kids and teenagers to have a phenomenal experience that we hope will leave them with that "I-can't-believe-it's-real" feeling. Located in the beautiful mountains and Cherokee National Forest in Northeast Tennessee, Doe River Gorge offers summer camp options for 8-18 year old students. By engaging in amazing adventure, making lifelong friends, learning from qualified and passionate counselors, enjoying quiet time, sleeping in state-of-the-art lodges, experiencing awesome music and teaching, developing various skills, and eating delicious meals, Doe River Gorge is a place where young people can grow spiritually, physically, mentally, and socially. Most of the students who attend camp at Doe River Gorge continue to come back year after year because they experience a healthy balance of fun, adventure, acceptance, and love. They also develop life skills that will help them in school and prepare them for the future.
Hundreds of students have declared that Doe River Gorge is truly a life-changing experience. Activities include: Rappelling, Horseback Riding, The Blob, Lake Time, Ziplines, Tree Climbing, Whitewater Tubing, Ropes Courses, Wakeboarding/Water-skiing, Rifle Shooting/Archery, Paintball, Wilderness Expeditions, Games, Biblical Teaching, Music, Small Group Time, Team-building, Train Rides through the mountains, and much more!
Emagination Computer Camps
Coed Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions
Technology PLUS Summer Camp Fun! Emagination blends the latest in technology with fun non-tech activities that create a well-rounded summer camp experience for kids & teens ages 8 -17. Two-week sessions allow time to make friends and become part of a community.
Beginners to experts choose three workshops from a selection including: 3D Art, 3D Animation, Flash®, Digital Music, Video Game Design, Robotics, RC Cars, iApps, Java.
Recreation is an important part of the program. Campers get unplugged in outdoor games, swimming, Color Wars and more.
University locations near Boston, Chicago, Philadelphia and Atlanta bring together kids like me from nearby towns, states across America and many foreign countries. It's Worth the Trip!
The Emagination Difference
* Three different technology workshops each day --- learn multiple topics.
* Two-week sessions --- time to make new friends and become a part of a summer camp community.
* Recreation and socializing are important --- campers learn tech skills and life skills.
* Weekend activities --- tuition includes Saturday Color Wars and other activities
* Senior Camp for Teens --- more independence, free time and special activities.
Emagination also offers a separate and immersive two-week course in video game development for teens 15-18.
iD Gaming Academy for Teens
Summer video game creation courses for ages 13-18
Are you a gamer? Imagine 250 hours living, dreaming & breathing gaming. Prove that gaming is more than a hobby & gain a competitive edge for college/future careers. 2-week overnight, pre-college program for ages 13-18 w/small classes. Held at universities including Stanford, Harvard, Emory, and more. Immerse in game creation, build a portfolio, interact w/pros & play in gaming tournaments.
COURSES: 3D Modeling w/Autodesk Maya, Level Design w/UDK, Programming for Xbox 360, or Game Development for iPhone & Android. Accredited Continuing Education Units available. Small classes (guaranteed max 8:1) taught by top-tier instructors.
YEAR-ROUND LEARNING! Students can complement their summer experience by subscribing to iDTech365.com - an online learning community offering tutorials, forums, and video lessons. And don't forget about the FREE monthly online workshops taught by live instructors.
OTHER SUMMER PROGRAMS: Additional 2-week Teen academies include iD Programming Academy and iD Visual Arts Academy (www.iDTeenAcademies.com). Also weeklong, day and O/N video game and technology camps for ages 7-17 located at 60 universities in 27 states (www.internalDrive.com).
VISIT iDGAMINGACADEMY.COM for more information and to register online (check real-time-up-to-the-minute-availability). Or call 1-888-709-TECH (8324) to speak to a Program Advisor who can recommend a customized summer schedule to develop a student's interest.
Camp Kingfisher at the Chattahoochee Nature Center
Coed Day Camp
A Summer of Fun with Nature!! We focus on hands-on nature education combined with traditional camp activities. Camp Kingfisher's strength is its welcoming environment where campers have a blast and their mature staff care for each camper. Come join us as we learn, laugh and sing as a camp family during an experience your family will never forget!
Our goal is for your camper to have fun in the outdoors and discover fascinating connections in nature. Activities include: canoeing, swimming, arts and crafts, nature hikes, science exploration activities, and live animal encounters. Older campers love our high school travel and leadership programs too. 1 & 2 week sessions in June, July & August; ages 5 & up. Camp is also offered during school vacations.
National Computer Camps
Residential and day coed summer computer camps
Where learning and fun are rolled into one. . . Now in our 34th year, National Computer Camp is America's original computer camp since 1977. The focus at NCC is Android App programming, 2D and 3D video game design, computer programming, digital video production, web page design, A+ and Network+ certification and software applications including networking, animation, Flash and graphics. Each week we offer all levels of programming in Basic, C++, Java, Assembler, HTML, XML, OpenGL and JavaScript.
Campers may attend one or multi-week sessions with a continuous curriculum that is age appropriate and suitable for beginners to super advanced. The camps are ideal for both experienced and first time campers. Coed ages 8-18 residential and day programs. An optional sports program is also available. NCC has locations in Atlanta, GA; Fairfield, Connecticut; Cleveland, OH; New York; NY.
Activities offered: Android App Programming, 2D and 3D Video Game Design, Web Page Design, Digital Video Editing, Computer Programming, Software Applications, Networking, A+ Certification, Network+ Certification, 3-D Graphics, Animation, Flash, Robotics, Chess, Academics, Science, Optional Sports Program.
NCC is where campers arrive with a dream and leave with a future.
Camp Woodmont
Residential coed summer camp
A smaller-sized traditional summer camp with extremely close owner supervision. Camp owner Jane Bennett, along with her two children, camp directors Tyran Bennett and Alyson Bennett Gondek are hands-on camp directors with extensive qualifications (see below).
All counseling staff are college students and undergo extensive interviews, background checks and on-site director-led training including five days of climbing and high ropes training led by nationally known trainers, a four-day American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid certification class led by camp director and Red Cross instructor Tyran Bennett; and Archery certification. Both directors are certified horseback riding instructors and we also send staff to a horseback safety clinic. We top off all this specialty training with a full week of camp policy and activities training immediately prior to camp start.
Our family-type atmosphere means we can get to know every camper; it gives younger campers a feeling of reassurance and belonging and older campers a chance to grow and contribute in a community of support. Our traditional program includes extensive arts/crafts and performing arts as well as sports, aquatics, horseback riding, high adventure and much more.
Website: www.campwoodmont.com(706) 398-0833 or (770) 457-0862 or (423) 472-6070
Established in 1981
Shane Weight Loss Camps
Residential Coed Camp
Featured on The Tyra Show, MTV, 20/20, Dr. Phil and The Discovery Channel, Camp Shane has outstanding facilities and extensive activities. Portion controlled meals with classes in nutrition, dieting and cooking result in superb, proven weight losses. Fun, friendly and family run since 1968. You're going to look and feel great after a summer at Camp Shane. We're a weight loss camp with excellent results but dieting is only part of our awesome program. We don't make being overweight a bigger problem than it is. We're a lot of fun, very friendly and we really care about each other.
At Camp Shane you'll feel comfortable, welcome and good about yourself! We know exactly what you're going through and we're here to help you succeed and have the best time of your life. We have a highly supervised program with great tasting meals and an extensive list of activities from jet skis and dune buggies to dance and dramatics.
Camp Skyline Ranch
Residential girls' summer camp
Camp Skyline... Where lifelong friendships begin! Enriching young girls in God, relationships, and self. Since 1947, Camp Skyline has been a home for generations of campers. Skyline offers one and two week sessions where campers make new friends, honor old traditions, and strengthen their faith. Since there is a 1:5 counselor to camper ratio, your daughter is assured individual attention and guidance. Our beautiful, modern facilities are equipped with restrooms and showers in every cabin.
Camp Riva-Lake
Residential Girls' Camp
Camp Riva-Lake is situated in a quiet cove on Tims Ford Lake in Winchester, Tennessee. Surrounded by an abundance of natural resources, Riva-Lake is within minutes of some of the region's most beautiful sites for outdoor adventure, including the Elk River and Rutledge Falls.
Riva-Lake girls participate in a variety of activities with other girls their age, which may include: horse-back riding, swimming, tennis, sailing, canoeing, archery, crafts, dance and woodslore. Campers attend 4 different activities each day, which keeps each day exciting and challenges the girls to learn new skills. The girls also focus on teamwork and participate in big-little sister programs to foster leadership, sisterhood, and cooperation.
Riva-Lake is a small camp staffed with a wonderful, committed, trained group of counselors and senior staff who are dedicated to making each camper's summer experience a fun and memorable one. Camp Co-Directors Lawrie Canale Peyton and Caroline Jones Silva have been part of the Riva-Lake family for over 30 years, and are thrilled to keep the Riva-Lake tradition going strong.
Seacamp
Residential Coed Camp
Since 1966, Seacamp is the first program dedicated to the education of youth in marine sciences.
Seacamp's location in the Florida Keys allows for a truly unique marine science program, providing an array of activities under the guidance of academically-trained instructors. Students work at their own level of interest, choosing from 24 different areas of study.
Seacamp's SCUBA diving program is open to qualified campers. Courses are designed to give the diver training in SCUBA techniques enabling them to use SCUBA as a tool for underwater research. Satisfactory completion of Basic or Master Diver certification course earns certification through NAUI. Already certified campers choose from our combined marine science/SCUBA courses.
Seacamp aquatics programs include sailing and windsurfing. US Sail certification is offered to beginners in sailing. Seacamp offers the American Red Cross course in lifeguarding.
Camp Dixie
Residential coed summer camp
A Camping Tradition Since 1914 Camp Dixie provides a supportive, family-like environment by limiting its enrollment to 70 campers. Considered conservative and traditional, our summer residential program is designed for children between the ages of 6 to 15. Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of northeast Georgia, near Clayton at an elevation of 3000 feet, Camp Dixie covers more than 345 lush acres.
Camp Dixie offers one, two and multiple week sessions. An important ingredient to the success of each camper is Dixie's limited enrollment. Campers and Staff alike easily know each other's names creating an atmosphere that easily supports our "family" philosophy of camping. Since campers' interests and capabilities vary so greatly, a variety of activities are offered at Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Levels. These are just some of the activities that have been offered: Archery,Kayaking, Swimming, Canoeing, Riflery, Drama, Arts & Crafts and many more.
Pine Crest Summer Programs
Coed Day Camp
At Pine Crest Summer Programs we offer a diverse selection of programs from which to choose. Your child can participate in a variety of "specialty camps" on our 20 acre campus located in the heart of Boca Raton, FL. Choose from Fine Arts, Band, Sports, KidVenture, Tennis, Leap Ahead, Digital Storytelling or our Swim Camp. From the Field to the Stage we've got it all! All activities are directed by adult professional teachers and coaches.
Each program has a dedicated swim time & enjoys indoor and outdoor activities. A daily hot or cold lunch is also provided. Our easy ONLINE registration allows families to design their own summer calendar, so call or go online today!
iD Tech Summer Computer Camps
Weeklong, day and overnight summer programs for ages 7-17
Love gaming, programming, or filming? Take hobbies further and gain a competitive edge! Over 130,000 students ages 7-17 have enrolled in fun and challenging, weeklong, day and overnight programs held at 60 prestigious universities nationwide including Stanford, Princeton, Columbia, Emory, and others in 27 states. Small classes (max 8:1) are guaranteed, and taught by adult-only instructors for personalized curriculum with a small group to optimize learning and social experiences.
COURSES: Create iPhone apps, programs with C++ and Java, video games, websites, movies, 3D models, robots, films, photos, and more. Accredited Continuing Education Units are available.
YEAR-ROUND LEARNING! New for 2012, students can complement their summer experience by subscribing to iDTech365.com - an online learning community offering tutorials, forums, and video lessons. And don't forget about the FREE monthly online workshops.
TEEN-ONLY PROGRAMS: Also for 2-weeks ages 13-18 immerse in specialized, pre-college, overnight summer programs at iD Gaming Academy, iD Programming Academy, and iD Visual Arts Academy (filmmaking and photography). Visit www.iDTeenAcademies.com for courses and university locations.
VISIT INTERNALDRIVE.COM for more information and to register online (check real-time-up-to-the-minute-availability). Or call 1-888-709-TECH (8324) to speak to a Program Advisor who can recommend a customized summer schedule to develop a student's interest.
Shane Weight Loss Camp Georgia
Residential Coed Camp
Featured on The Tyra Show, MTV, 20/20, Dr. Phil and The Discovery Channel, Camp Shane has outstanding facilities and extensive activities. Portion controlled meals with classes in nutrition, dieting and cooking result in superb, proven weight losses. Fun, friendly and family run since 1968. You're going to look and feel great after a summer at Camp Shane. We're a weight loss camp with excellent results but dieting is only part of our awesome program. We don't make being overweight a bigger problem than it is. We're a lot of fun, very friendly and we really care about each other.
At Camp Shane you'll feel comfortable, welcome and good about yourself! We know exactly what you're going through and we're here to help you succeed and have the best time of your life. We have a highly supervised program with great tasting meals and an extensive list of activities.
Game Camp USA
Residential and day coed summer computer camp
Welcome to Game Camp USA by Convergenesis, Inc. (est. 2006)
Game Camp USA is a program specifically designed for gamers, especially those considering careers in interactive entertainment. As such, it makes extensive use of gaming PCs and consoles. But the campers do more than play video games; they also learn to create them.
Camp activities include Video Game Design, Creation, Computer Programming and Video Game Tournaments!
Adamah Adventures
Wilderness Adventure - United States
Adamah Adventures is an outdoor adventure summer program for Jewish teens. We help our campers develop self-confidence, independence, and a sense of adventure while building a strong community focused on environmentalism and the joy of Jewish life. During the 18-day trek, campers work in small groups alongside highly trained staff members to experience both the thrill and the quiet; the whitewater and the campfire; in some of the most awe-inspiring places in the country.
Adamah Adventures now offers four treks to choose from. The first trek is to the lush landscape of the Blue Ridge Mountains (Georgia, Tennessee, and South Carolina). The second adventure visits the mountains and coast of North Carolina on the Peaks and Paddles Trek. The third trek to the Pacific Northwest features snow-capped mountain peaks and wild ocean beaches. Our fourth trek, Oregon Service, allows 10th-12th graders to make a difference while exploring the mountains and craters of Oregon. If you've never been to a Jewish overnight camp, you could be eligible for a grant of $1,000! Find out more at www.onehappycamper.org. Early bird and refer-a-friend discounts are also available, as well as need-based scholarships.
Camp Victory Military Adventure Camp
Residential boys' summer camp
Camp Victory is a 3 week Residential Wilderness Camp for boys 7-17 who lack self confidence or who are facing behavioral problems in their families or schools. It is based on the fundamental principles of honesty, teamwork, faith and courage. These ideals bring young men back to the basics and teach them the importance of respect. It is operated in a wilderness setting with minimal conveniences, which serves to maximize opportunities to search one's heart and learn respect and purpose for life. Recruits are challenged to build their own shelters, prepare their own food, and participate in physical and mental competitions that build self-respect and teamwork.
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Power Chord Academy Music Camp
Residential and Day coed music camp
Second to none in amateur musician training, Power Chord Academy is the premiere music camp for teenage musicians & game-musicians, offering a variety of high-energy, exciting, professional learning experiences.
At Power Chord Academy, dedicated musicians ages 12-18 are put through the most inspirational, educational, and intensive programs of their young careers. Over the last 13 years, we have perfected the art of teen musician training, while providing a highly focused, fun, learning environment. We currently offer several programs for teenage musicians.
Power Chord Academy currently offers 20 Sessions in 13 US locations with teenage musicians attending from across the world. Be sure to reserve your space immediately as Session Space has Sold Out for the last 12 consecutive years! Please visit us at http://www.powerchordacademy.com for more information!
Camp Cosby YMCA
Residential coed summer camp
Since 1922, YMCA Camp Cosby has set the standard of excellence in overnight camping in the Southeast. Located only one hour from Birmingham and two hours from Atlanta, children ages 6-16 have the opportunity to grow, learn, and challenge themselves during week long sessions. Camp staff provide a friendly, safe, diverse, and most of all fun community that includes a mix of cabin life and traditional camp activities. As part of our mission, all campers have the opportunity to experience every activity at Camp Cosby for one low tuition cost.
Our sessions include over 20 activities such as horseback riding, mini bikes, archery, tubing, wake boarding, aqua jump, water sports, the blob, Alpine tower, water skiing, Iceberg and specialty camps. Camp Cosby also offer Expedition adventure trips (ages 11-15) kayaking, canoeing, caving, rock climbing, and bouldering in central and north Alabama. Register online or call the office for a brochure.
Summer Institute for the Gifted
Coed Camps with Residential & Day Camp Sessions
Gifted students ages 4-17 can participate in the renowned Summer Institute for the Gifted (SIG) program. Hosted at pretigious colleges and universities, SIG has an excellent well-rounded program for gifted students as it combines academics, social, cultural and recreational opportunities. Our programs provide students with academic challenges designed to fit their abilities and interests. It also provides them with the opportunity to engage with other students who have similar abilities and interests. Because of our small classes, low teacher-student ratio, and an assistant in every class, we are able to individualize the program for each student. Students live and learn on campus for three weeks, leaving with the confidence gained by an experience that is all their own.
Because of our small classes, low teacher-student ratio, and teaching assistants, SIG individualizes the program for each student. Student safety, security and health are our top priority as SIG programs are well staffed for careful supervision. Our more than 25 years of experience have made us the leading organization in the field.
The Summer Institute for the Gifted is the program of the National Society for the Gifted (www.nsgt.org), a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) foundation.
Valley View Ranch Equestrian Camp
Residential girls' equestrian camp
Horse-lovers paradise! Since 1954, the purpose of Valley View Ranch has been to help each camper have the full opportunity of horsemanship through instruction, time in the saddle on trails, and the care and responsibility of having her OWN horse, all a'top beautiful Lookout Mountain. We offer several riding programs and encourage each camper to participate in all of them: English and Hunt Seat; Western Stock Seat and Barrels (Gymkhana); and Vaulting. Each girl can spend as much time as she likes with her favorite horse during her stay!
Ranchers will find the facility comfortable, safe, and spacious. Located on 600 acres of lush pastures, wooded trails, and panoramic views. In addition, the voluntary well-rounded recreational program includes sports, swimming, arts and crafts, pottery, gymkhanas and horseshows. Enrollment is limited to 60 girls and is open to ages 8-17.
*Camp Hardgrove
Overnight program for persons with brain injuryCamp Hardgrove is celebrating its nineteenth year as an overnight program for persons with brain injury. Adults and caregivers are served in this terrific program. Camp Hardgrove is the most complete and cost-effective recreational program in the Southeast for the special needs of people affected by brain injury. Camp sessions are called "life-changing" by campers and re-introduce life skills and socialization to survivors of brain injury.
Wellspring Florida
Residential Coed Fitness and Weight Loss Camp
Wellspring Florida provides campers from the Southeast an amazing opportunity to lose weight and get active in a fun, safe, and beautiful environment. On the water of Florida's beautiful Gulf Coast, campers 11 - 18 years old enjoy one of America's top vacation destinations. Taking advantage of the wonderful sunshine, refreshing local waters, and fantastic campus facilities, campers participate in a variety of outdoor activities and watersports. Then, we cool off back on campus in extensive fitness and recreation facilities, including training and aerobic areas, weight rooms, gyms, and swimming pool. Campers share modern, comfortable, air-conditioned dorms as well as dining and common areas.
Nutrition and culinary classes paired with the delicious food served in the dining hall guarantee knowledge of and love for new foods. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a "BC" (Behavioral Coach) in group and individual sessions knits these elements together into comprehensive lifestyle change for rapid weight loss and long-term weight control.
