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Brooklyn, New York

Mill Basin Day Camp

Coed Day Camp

Summers are for having fun. It's a time to spend with friends, make memories and share experiences that last a lifetime. That's what Mill Basin Day Camp is all about. Mill Basin is dedicated to providing an exciting and fulfilling camp experience for both children and their parents by providing of fun, recreational, social and educational activities.

Our modern, fully air-conditioned facility offers a wide range of activities for children entering Pre-K thru 9th grade in the upcoming September scholastic year. There are Five individual camp programs. Each camp has its own unique and innovative program that best suits the needs of the varying ages of our campers. The entire family is invited to come in for a tour of the facility and to discuss the camp program at length.

Accredited by the American Camp Association Coed Camp Website: www.millbasindaycamp.com
(718) 251-6200
Established in 1998

Day Camps in New York City and Resident Camps in Pennsylvania

92nd Street Y Camps

Coed Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions

With exciting day camps & teen travel camps, short-term sleepaway camps, specialty camps, and camps for children with developmental disabilities, we have a program tailor-made for your child's interests and needs.

We provide a great out-of-the-city experience for our campers, most of whom come from Manhattan. Session lengths range from 2 - 8 weeks; sports, swimming, specialized arts, ceramics, digital photography & film making, ropes course, trips & overnights for older campers, and more.

Accredited by the American Camp Association Coed Camp Website: www.92y.org/camps
(212) 415-5573
Established in 1950

Brooklyn, NY

Aviator Sports Summer Day Camp

Coed summer day camps

Through a diverse array of experiences, our campers enjoy learning about themselves, others, and the world around them. Our adventures include activities that help campers develop leadership qualities, self-confidence, moral character, vital social skills, healthy living habits as well as knowledge of their environment, culture, the arts, and many sports.

Campers will enjoy activities with our specialty staff that have special training in gymnastics, sports, art, dance, environmental studies, swimming, theater, and team building. Parents enjoy Aviator knowing their campers are in a nurturing safe environment that dedicates their program to improving the minds, body, and character of their children.

Coed Camp Website: www.aviatorsports.com
(718) 758-7510

Queens, New York

World of Discovery Day Camp

Coed summer day camp

A fun day camp with a great staff that offers door to door bus transportation in the borough of Queens, New York. Private outdoor pools, baseball, basketball, soccer, dodgeball, olympics, computers, talent shows, dance, games, instructional swim, amusement parks, skating, laser tag, archery and more.

Ages 4-15, Camp season begins in July and ends in August. Two-eight week programs available.

Coed Camp Website: www.worldofdiscovery.org
(718) 229-3037
Established in 1978

New York, NY

NYC Summer Space Camp

Coed Day Camp

What's it like to be an astronaut? What are the challenges of living in space? Find out at Space Camp! In a week packed with hands on excitement, campers will train as pilots using simulators in our NASA Aerospace Education Lab. They'll build and program NXT LEGO robots; design, construct and launch rockets; and enter the world of remote control helicopters. These activities are done in preparation for their ultimate mission: a simulated space adventure. Campers will fly a mission to rendezvous with a comet, or land a futuristic spacecraft on Mars!

Coed Camp Website: www.nyccsse.org/spacecamp
(212) 608-6164
Established in 2007

Brooklyn, New York

Marks JCH Summer Day Camp

Coed Day Camp

Marks JCH Day Camp is a community of children, teens and adults that fosters positive relationships, healthy risk taking and acceptance. It is where developmental experiences are fun and playing is learning.

It is where Jewish values are reflected in everyday activities and where all are welcome. Or in the words of a camper "It is the funnest, most caring environment I've ever been in."

Coed Camp Website: www.jchcamp.com
(718) 943-6345
Established in 1928

1200 sites in 49 states, USA

Camp Invention

Coed Day Camp

The Camp Invention program is a nationally acclaimed weeklong summer enrichment day experience for children entering in grades one through six that is free to schools and organizations nationwide. The top priority of the Camp Invention program is to provide quality enrichment programming in the fields of science, mathematics, history, and the arts.

Local schools host the program and the week's hands-on activities are led by local teachers to ensure a safe learning environment. The staff to child ratio is 1:8! The Camp Invention program enhances a child's ability to learn through teamwork and subject immersion while cultivating a new appreciation for discovery - it's learning disguised as fun!

Coed Camp Website: invent.org/camp/default.aspx
(800) 968-4332
Established in 1990

Flushing, New York

Queens College Summer Camp

Coed Day Camp

Children ages 5 - 14 will have the opportunity to enjoy exciting, fun-filled days at the Queens College Sports and Education Programs. Located on our beautifully landscaped 77-acre campus, the programs offer instruction in a number of different activities. A staff of certified instructors - aided by college students experienced in sports and education - will help your child learn new activities, improve other skills, and have an unforgettable summer.

Activities and Programs include general academics, computers, acting, ceramics, theater, basketball, general sports, swimming and tennis.

Coed Camp Website: athletics.qc.cuny.edu/camps/info
(718) 997-2777
Established in 1989

Camps in Georgia, Ohio, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia

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!

Coed Camp Website: www.gamecamp.com
(619) 446-6495 or toll-free (888) 663-9633
Established in 2006

New York, New York

Fencers Club Summer Day Camp

Coed Day Camp

The Fencers Club Summer Day Camp is a great chance for kids to combine mornings of entertaining educational activities with afternoons engaged with the exciting, fast-paced sport of modern fencing.

FENCING CLASS- Choose your weapon: Epee, Foil or Sabre- Modern fencing is a dynamic, exciting sport. Fencing teaches discipline, grace, agility and strategy. In our new state-of-the art, fully air-conditioned facility in Chelsea, students of all levels of experience will work with our famous coaches. Learn the fundamentals and then get on the strip and try to outsmart your opponent in a classic battle!

Coed Camp Website: www.fencersclub.com
(212) 807-6947
Established in 1883

New York, New York

Chelsea Piers Summer Sports Camp

Coed summer day camp

Chelsea Piers, Manhattan's premier destination for youth sports, is home to 16 specialty sports camps for children and teens, ages 3 to 18 years. For the past 16 summers, campers have enjoyed world-class facilities, expert instructors, and the most exciting sports curriculum available, without leaving NYC! Campers also enjoy several special activities including Harbor Cruises aboard a U.S. Coast Guard-certified vessel and appearances by professional athletes, World and Olympic competitors.

Programs include Golf, Performance Golf, Gymnastics, Sports Academy (multi-sport camp), Elite Soccer Academy, Ice Skating, Ice Hockey, Acceleration Hockey, Preschool Ice Skating, Preschool Gymnastics, Bowling, Urban Adventure for Teens (including Kayaking/Sailing, Rock Climbing, Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball and Ice Skating). Lunch is provided for all campers. Transportation and an After Care Program are available. Our staff is passionate about providing a first-class experience to our campers.

Accredited by the American Camp Association Coed Camp Website: www.chelseapiers.com/camps.htm
(212) 336-6846
Established in 1995

Located at 60 universities in AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IL, IN, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, NV, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OH, PA, RI, TN, TX, VA, WA and WI

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.

Coed Camp Website: www.internalDrive.com
(888) 709-TECH (8324) or 408-871-2227
Established in 1999

Fairfield, CT; Atlanta, GA; Cleveland, Ohio; and New York, NY

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.

Coed Camp Website: www.NCCamp.com
(203) 710-5771
Established in 1977

New York, New York

ACTeen--Acting for Teens

Coed Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions

The nation's first on-camera acting program for teens (Est. 1978). Professional film and television acting courses (involving the intimacy of the camera) combine with 14+ electives incorporating theater technique and discipline.
Theater, Film Acting, Speech & Voice, Movement, Meisner, Improvisation, Shakespeare, Musical Theater, Commercials & Voiceovers, Directing, Script Writing, Auditioning, Monologues, and Modern Drama.

Distinguished graduates in TV series, film, on Broadway and in the most competitive theater conservatories. Press in Seventeen, Cosmo Girl, New York Magazine, NY Post, The Princeton Review, Dramatics Magazine, Backstage, and publications such as "How to Be A Working Actor" by Mari Lyn Henry (former Head of Casting for ABC-TV.)
Staffed entirely by working professionals, guest actors, casting directors. Rigorous training and industry showcases. Recommended by over 40 agents/managers. Intimate class sizes (8-12 students max) provide individualized instruction and career guidance.

June, July, August, or Summer Saturday programs. Audition/application required.
Apply early!

Coed Camp Website: www.acteen.com
212-391-5915
Established in 1978

Fairfield County, Hartford County, New Haven County, Middlesex County and Litchfield County, Connecticut; New York; New York City; Massachusetts; and Santa Fe, New Mexico

Filmmakers Ink

Coed Day Camp

Filmmakers Ink offers a University film school experience in a summer camp setting. This summer we are offering programs in Filmmaking, Screenwriting, Acting, Editing and Special FX for ages 8 - 17. The Filmmakers Ink programs offer courses that train young filmmakers at four different skill levels and are designed to grow with their expanding knowledge of filmmaking.

Guided by our staff of film professionals, our young filmmakers learn by doing as they develop the key creative and technical skills required for exceptional filmmaking.

Coed Camp Website: www.Filmmakers-Ink.com
(413) 320-6071
Established in 2004

Brooklyn, New York

Park Slope Day Camp

Coed Day Camp

The large variety of programs we offer for campers ages 3.5 to 14 are safe and fun. Our stable, talented and committed leadership team and staff relates well to children. We offer fabulous elective periods for concentration in sports and arts. We have Mini-Camps at the end of August & during public school vacations. And we love the outdoors.

Professional management & organization Licensed by the NYC Department of Health and inspected twice yearly. The inspection reports are filed at the Bureau of Inspections. Transportation to and from our camps is available in most Brooklyn locations.

Accredited by the American Camp Association Coed Camp Website: www.parkslopedaycamp.com
(718) 768-4426
Established in 1992

Pomona, New York

Camp Ramaquois

Coed summer day camp

Camp Ramaquois is tucked into the foothills of the Ramapo Mountains in Pomona, New York (Rockland County). Tall trees, rolling hills, babbling brooks, and mountain ranges surround our magnificent 44 acres and our 5 acre, crystalline spring-fed lake. We are only 30 minutes from the George Washington Bridge via the scenic Palisades Parkway and 15 minutes from the Tappan Zee Bridge.

Our main goal is to provide Ramaquois campers with a healthy, happy and rewarding summer experience. Each child's camp experience plays a very important role in his/her maturation. Our campers are encouraged to experience new skills, work with their peers and counselors, develop independence and assume responsibility.

Accredited by the American Camp Association Coed Camp Website: www.ramaquois.com
(845) 354-1600
Established in 1922

CA, CT, IL, MA, MD, NY, TX, VA, WA

DayJams Rock Music Day Camp

Coed Rock Music Day Camp

Create, Play, have Fun! Your child will be in a rock band, write a song, perform in a concert and make a recording in just one week. DayJams helps build confidence, instills creativity and develops strong team building skills in a supportive and safe environment.

Want to know how to give your child an amazing summer experience? Call us today! 1-800-295-5956 let our knowledgeable staff help you design the perfect program for your little rock star.

Ages 8-15
No musical experience required

Coed Camp Website: www.dayjams.com
(800) 295-5956
Established in 1999

Brooklyn, New York

Mill Basin Day Camp

Coed Day Camp

Summers are for having fun. It's a time to spend with friends, make memories and share experiences that last a lifetime. That's what Mill Basin Day Camp is all about. Mill Basin is dedicated to providing an exciting and fulfilling camp experience for both children and their parents by providing of fun, recreational, social and educational activities.

Our modern, fully air-conditioned facility offers a wide range of activities for children entering Pre-K thru 9th grade in the upcoming September scholastic year. There are Five individual camp programs. Each camp has its own unique and innovative program that best suits the needs of the varying ages of our campers. The entire family is invited to come in for a tour of the facility and to discuss the camp program at length.

Accredited by the American Camp Association Coed Camp Website: www.millbasindaycamp.com
(718) 251-6200
Established in 1998