Guide to Summer Youth Programs/Camps – 2024 (2024)

ACTING OUT NY - MOVIE CAMP

Movie Camp is the main feature at AONY. Campers work together to create a film whose themes mirror issues that are important to kids today. As the actors tackle scene work, character study, and line memorization, they expand their emotional vocabularies, deepen their abilities to empathize and learn to communicate more clearly. Everyone gets an online link of the movie as a souvenir of the camp's accomplishments, as well as an award illustrating their personal strengths. Campers leave with a profound sense of accomplishment, a boost in confidence and tons of goofy memories with new friends. Culminates in a PREMIERE where kids walk the red carpet, and watch their creation on the big screen!

AGES: 8-14

SCHEDULE/FEES: CAMP ONE: July 8-12, First Unitarian Church;CAMP TWO: July 22-26, First Unitarian Church; CAMP THREE: Aug 19-23, Foundation of Light. 9am-4pm, $420/week.

AMAZE’ING ACRES ADVENTURE PLAY LAND – OUTDOOR OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

This camp is operated by a licensed occupational therapist with 34 years of experience working with children of all ages and abilities. Hiking adventures on uneven terrain require the ability to walk and/or climb steep banks. Individual circ*mstances and conditions to be considered may be discussed in advance to assure whether the program meets your child's needs and abilities. A recent occupational therapy evaluation and MD prescription required prior to start date.

This camp operates on Fridays throughout summer: July/August on organic land in the Hector-Lodi, NY area bordering the Finger Lakes National Forest. We are limiting enrollees to 12 mixed age children.

AGES: 6 – 14

SCHEDULE/FEES: Friday in July & August.

ANNA’S MOVEMENT ARTS(A.M.A)

Yoga & Creative Arts Summer Camp

Come celebrate Summer by exploring what we can create on paper with brush & paint, what it feels like to dance a story to music, and how concentrated we can get when we do breathing exercises and flow into yoga poses. Let's learn how to be more mindful of our bodies & how we treat each other and the space around us. Activities include glow yoga, yoga, dance, arts & crafts, art, children's garden, free play, games, creative storytelling. Theme days: pajama, stuffed animal, crazy hair day ... Held at Just Be Cause and Children’s Garden.

AGES: 6 – 12

SCHEDULE/FEES: Two-day camp: June 27-28, 11:00 am – 3 pm; Three-daycamp: Aug 26, 28 & 30, 12:00 – 3:00 pm.Early bird/ sibling discounts (for fees see website).

Let’s Move SummerCamp – ice skating, yoga and dance

Program will take place at CRC, 1767 E. Shore Drive Ithaca. Come join us for ice skating, yoga, and dance. Camp activities include group ice skating lessons, free skate time, yoga, dance, movement games and mindful meditation. Let's learn how to be more caring and mindful of our bodies, and how we treat each other and the space around us. This camp is a great outlet for both energized movement and calm reflection. Camp theme days may includePajama Day, costume day, favorite color day and more. Camp size is 8-15 campers.

AGES: 7-15

SCHEDULE/FEES: July 1-3; Aug 5-8. 12:00-3:00 pm. For fees and schedule please check the website.

Tween/Tween Move N’ Make Creative ArtsSummer Camp

How does moving our bodies inform our art making and vice versa? Are they both art forms? Can they be combined? Yoga, mindfulness, dance and breathe work will be our movement guides while nature sculpture, video making, collage, painting and drawing will be our art making guides. Moments of calm contemplation and deep breathing will be plentiful, something tweens and teens will benefit from in these times! Masks worn while indoors. Camp will be held at the Just Be Cause Center and Ithaca Children’s Garden.

AGES: 12 – 16

SCHEDULE/FEES: 2-day: June 27-28; 3-day: Aug 26, 28, 30. 12:00 - 3:00pm Early bird/sibling discounts, please check website for fees.

ARMSTRONG SCHOOL OF DANCE

Dance School is located at 15 Catherwood Road, Ithaca.

Dance Arts Camp

Daily classes in ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical and hip-hop styles of dancing. Camp also includes musical theater, arts and crafts, camp games too! Dancers will perform a camp show every Friday before pick-up that families are invited.

AGES: 5-9

SCHEDULE/FEES:Week sessions:July 15-19; July 22-26; July 29-Aug 2; Aug 5-9. 9a.m.-4p.m. $255/week. Before care: 8–9 a.m.; after care: 4–5 p.m.: $55/week.

Pre-Teen/Teen Camp

This camp is especially designed for the level II, III, IV and Team level dancers. Camp includes daily lessons in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop and lyrical styles of dance as well as choreography workshops, musical theater, hair/make-up, and arts and crafts. The camp has a theme chosen by the dancers to create their own performances. The dancers will end the camp with a performance.

AGES: 10-17

SCHEDULE/FEES: Grades 5-12: July 8-12; Aug 12-16;9a.m. – 4p.m.;$290/week. Before and After Camp care available 8-9 am and 4-5 pm.: $55/week

Dance Classes

Weekly classes available for all ages 3-18 in ballet, tap, jazz and lyrical.  Each class is a structured class designed for the individual student consisting of the basic positions, jumps, turns and connecting steps.

AGES: 3- 18

SCHEDULE/FEES: Monday –Wednesday; July 15-17; July 22-24; July 29-31; Aug 5-7. Times vary. $20/class.

Teams Camp

This is a mandatory fun kick-off 4-day camp to begin a new team season. We will take classes in ballet, tap, jazz and lyrical dance. During this time, we will also discuss our team goals, spend time choreographing and working on specific techniques.

AGES: Sr & Jr Dance Teams

SCHEDULE/FEES: August 24-27; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $288.

ART FOR ALL AGES

In this fun and relaxed outdoor art program on Suzy's 42-acre homestead, children are guided in inspiring explorations of nature and creative self-expression.Each day includes nature walks, sharing of children's books and other artwork for inspiration, and art making. Children are encouraged to discover their own artistic interests, ideas, and styles in painting, drawing, and mixed media, and are also free to use the time for other creative pursuits, such as journaling.

AGES: 6–13

SCHEDULE/FEES: Week sessions, June 24-28; July 1-5; July 8-12; July 22-26; Aug 19-23*; Aug 26-30*. 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. $210/week.Last 2 sessions, an extended hours option is offered (til 2:30). Scholarships available.

ART & SOUL

Camps offered by Art & Soul. Family owned and operated! Contact them at (315)420-1122 or check out their websitewww.artandsoulithaca.org .

Creating Meages 7–12 (Grades 2-5). Multi-disciplinary arts camp that focuses on self-exploration and individual creativity. Campers will create stories, costumes, skits and more! Theatre, music, art, and dance. Small class size to allow for personal attention. Unitarian Church, 306 N. Aurora St., Ithaca.

SCHEDULE/FEES: August 12-16, 9:00am-4:00pm,$375/week

WRITE here, WRITE now ages 12– 18 (Grades 6-12).

Art & Soul presents a lightning-fast crash course in creating high-quality prose. In a rigorous one-week workshop, author Colin Hamilton will guide campers toward creating their own original works of fiction. Essential components: book covers, exposition, action scenes, & conclusions. Campers will apply their knowledge to create a collaborative script for an audio drama with inflection & exciting dialogue. It won't take months to create your magnum opus, you can make one Write Here, Write Now! Held at Unitarian Church, 306 N. Aurora Street, Ithaca.

SCHEDULE/FEES: August 5-9, 9:00am-4:00pm, $375/week.

BROOKTONDALE SUMMER CAMP

Brooktondale Community Center, 522-526 Valley Road, Brooktondale.

We are a play-based summer day camp, stressing outdoor play, but also offer daily craft activities along with organized sports and games. We have a very active group of Magic the Gathering players. Younger campers enjoy playing on our playground.

AGES: 4–14 (entering Kindergarten)

SCHEDULE/FEES: Weekly, July 1 -August 30, 8:30 am – 4 pm. $200/week.

CAMP AURORA

Camp Aurora is a new summer day camp, in the heart of downtown Ithaca, for kids ages 5-12 centered on community, connection, and engagement. Each week will include art, music, movement, field trips, stories, and adventure.

Adventure Camp: June 27-28Start your summer break off with two days of fun and adventure! $130, Aftercare $20
Building Connections: July 1-5 (no camp July 4th)Community grows connection.$260, Aftercare $40
Peace Village: August 19-23Generosity, transformation, interconnectedness, compassion, and empathy. $325, Aftercare $50
Be the Change: August 26-30Inspiring growth and making change.$325, Aftercare $50

AGES: 5-12

SCHEDULE/FEES: 9am-3pm each day; Optional Aftercare: 3:00pm-5:30pm

CAMP CODDINGTON

Camp Coddington is an outdoor summer camp located on 12 acres of beautiful woodland. We provide a schedule of structured activities in a wide variety of areas, as well as opportunities for children to participate in self-directed play within supervised boundaries. Activities offered include arts and crafts, science experiments, nature hikes, field games, sports, interactive group games, talent shows and more! Camp Coddington operates all 9 weeks of summer with convenient enrollment options, including full-day, extended day, mornings, and afternoons.

AGES: 4 - 14

SCHEDULE/FEES: Weekly sessions: July 1 – Aug 30 (no camp on July 4).

Fees – check website.

CAMP COMSTOCK - GIRL SCOUTS of NYPENN Pathways

Camp Comstock is located in the Finger Lakes region on the shoreline of Cayuga Lake in Ithaca, NY. We have proudly been a home for outdoor adventures for Girl Scouts and the community since 1927.

Overnight Camp Comstock

Build courage, confidence, and character at our overnight camp. Campers will enjoy Cayuga Lake while living in our tree-top cabins, as they explore nature, challenge themselves, and make new friends.

AGES: 5- 18 (Grades K – 12)

SCHEDULE/FEES: July 7- 12 - Artful Adventures; July 14-19 - STEM Week; July 21-26 - Outdoor Skills Week; July 28-August 2 - Magic and Mischief Week; August 4-9 - Comstock’s Got Talent; August 11-16 - Trip Week

NEW Camp Comstock Day Camp

Camp Comstock is offering a new all gender day camp that will run for 7 weeks this summer located off Cayuga Lake! All genders entering grades 1-8 are welcome! Monday-Friday drop-off at 8:30 a.m. and pick up by 5 p.m.

AGES: 7- 14 (Grades 1-8)

SCHEDULE/FEES: July 8-12 - Artful Adventure; July 15-19 - STEM Week; July 22-26 - Outdoor Skills Week; July 29- August 2 - Magic and Mischief Week; August 5-9 - Comstock’s Got Talent; August 12-16 - Superhero Week; August 19-23 - Space Cowpoke Week

CAMP GREGORY

Located on the eastern shores of Cayuga Lake, Camp Gregory is a 501C3 nonprofit summer camp offering day and overnight options. Each week has a unique outdoor theme.

At Camp Gregory, we believe in the power of traditional outdoor summer camp experiences! Jump into waterfront activities like swimming, canoeing, and kayaking. Get creative with arts & crafts. Learn new skills like archery, plant identification, engineering, or STEM. Play sports like basketball, gaga ball, soccer, and pickleball. Hike our nature trail and try our challenge course. We offer various activities designed to inspire and engage all campers. All are welcome at Camp Gregory!

AGES: 5-16

SCHEDULE/FEES: Running from June 30 – August 10. Check website for details.

CAMP HIGHLIGHT

Camp Highlight is a one-week, overnight camp for children with LGBTQ+ parents. This recreational camp combines fun with connections to other LGBTQ+ families.

Camp Highlight provides an opportunity for campers with similar families to connect over the diverse programming options. Camp takes place at South Mountain YMCA in Wernersville, PA.

AGES: 8-15

SCHEDULE/FEES: August 11-18, $1,500 per camper. Financial aid available.

CAMP WHITMAN on SENECA LAKE

Camp Whitman is set on 117 acres on the shores of Seneca Lake. We provide opportunities for individuals with or without developmental disabilities to connect to the outdoors, one another and explore God’s word. Our summer camp season offers multiple week-long programs. We meet each camper wherever they are in their personal faith journey, and provide a fun, safe place to learn about themselves and one another. We specialize in providing a traditional overnight summer camp experience focused on exploring the outdoors, developing friendships, and growing in our connection to Jesus Christ.

AGES: 6-18

SCHEDULE/FEES: See our website for details on dates and fees.

CASS PARK DAY CAMP

Camp operated through the City of Ithaca Youth Burau. Enjoy a half or full day of camp filled with terrific activities! Kids will enjoy spending their days participating in recreational, drama, arts activities, and special events! The afternoons often have swimming. Campers get involved in special days like Wacky Wednesdays or performances through drama.

Full Day Option: 9AM - 4PM; Half Day Options: 9AM-12:30 PM or 12:30PM - 4PM. Extended Day Options: Before Camp 7:30-9AM or After Camp 4-5:30PM.

AGES: 5-8

SCHEDULE: July 1-5 (no camp on July 4); July 8 – 19; July 22-Aug 2; Aug 5-16

CAYUGA CLIMBS SUMMER DAY CAMPS

Cayuga Climbs is excited to host our summer camps for 2024! Campers will learn to climb, build their teamwork skills, and enjoy fun activities related to climbing. Our camps are for climbers ages 8 and up, of all skill levels, from new to advanced. We design our programming so campers can attend two weeks of camps (if desired) and learn different climbing skills. The weeks are labeled Week A and Week B. Campers attending both weeks will experience different programming. However, Weeks A and B can be standalone (attending one week of camp is perfectly fine!).The camps run from 9am to 1pm, Mon to Fri.

AGES: 8 – 18

SCHEDULE/FEES: 9am to 1pm. Weekly July 8 – August 23. $285 per week for non-members, $256.50 for members.

CAYUGA NATURE CENTER SUMMER CAMP

The Cayuga Nature Center provides an opportunity for nature enthusiasts of all ages to learn about environmental and outdoor education in a fun and engaging way. The Cayuga Nature Center Day camp has been a staple of our educational outreach to the community since its establishment in 1986. Our curriculum approaches learning by integrating hands-on exploration, active game playing, and facilitating conditions for self-discovery of the many wonderful things to be found in our natural world.

AGES: 3-16

SCHEDULE/FEES: Weekly July 1 – August30. Check website for camp options/dates/fees.

CENTERLINE KIDS KUNG FU SUMMER CAMP

Centerline Martial Arts Kung Fu Summer Camp is being offered for 4 weeks this summer. Interested in martial arts, kung fu, karate, games, art, crafts, physical activity and exploring nature? Sign up for Kids Kung Fu Camp! No experience is necessary. Kids will make memories, plus strengthen their bodies & minds!

AGES: 7 – 14

SCHEDULE/FEES: July 1-5 (no camp on July 4); July 8-12; Aug 12-16; Aug 19-23. Monday - Friday, 9AM - 12PM. First week only $175, weeks 2-4: $220/week. Limited scholarships available. Discount if you sign up for multiple weeks.

CIRCUS CULTURE SUMMER CAMPS

Camp offered by Circus Culture. Spend five days playing games and learning circus techniques such as static trapeze, juggling, group acrobatics, rolling globe, aerial fabric, tight wire, hooping, diabolo, storytelling, and more. A great fit for kids who love dance, theater, gymnastics, or art. Bring it all together with a casual show for friends and family on the last day. Those new to the circus and those with circus experience are both welcome and will be met where they are! All campers receive a Circus Culture t-shirt!

AGES: 8-16

SCHEDULE/FEES: All Things Circus Camp (ages 8-14), 9am- 3pm, July 1-5; July 8-12; July 29-Aug 2; Aug 5-9; Aug 11-16; Aug 19-23. Performance Camp (ages 10-16), July 15-19 and July 22-26. Financial aid available

COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF MUSIC AND ARTS (CSMA)

CSMA is a non-profit organization that provides year-round, multi-arts instruction.

Arts All Around You – Weekly Themed Camp (AAAY) for ages 6 - 10. Discover the magic of creativity at our immersive arts camp! Each week unveils a new theme for children to explore visual art, music, dance, and theatre in a dynamic and supportive environment. Running weekdays from 9am-3pm (8:45am drop off) there are additional after care opportunities until 5:15pm. Unleash your child's imagination through hands-on activities, engaging workshops, collaborative projects, and field trips. In each weekly camp, kids will explore their creativity through dynamic multi-arts experiences and weekly themes. Guest instructors and awesome field trips will highlight our fun-filled weeks!

SCHEDULE/FEES: Check website for dates and fees.

Visual Arts Camp, Dance Camp, Theatre Camp, and World Music Campfor ages 10 - 14. Unleash your creativity! Join our weekly immersive arts camps. Dive into individual weekly camps in Visual Arts, Theatre, Dance, and World Music. On specific weeks, running weekdays from 9:30am-3:30pm (9:15am drop off), there are additional after care opportunities until 5:15pm. Through workshops, collaborative projects, and exciting field trips, ignite your child’s passion and unleash their artistic potential in a supportive and dynamic environment. Explore creativity in Visual Arts, Theatre, Dance, and World Music camps!

SCHEDULE/FEES: Check website for dates and fees

Broadway Bootcampfor ages 10 - 17. Calling all young performers! Broadway Bootcamp offers aspiring actors an immersive theatre experience on weekdays from 9:30am-3:30pm. With expert training in acting, singing, and dancing, students will have the opportunity to perform in a dazzling showcase every Friday at 3pm. There are after-care options available until 5:15pm. Drop off at 9:15am for a day filled with creativity, growth, and fun, all while strengthening your acting, dancing, and singing skills! Step into the spotlight at Broadway Bootcamp! Join us for a transformative journey where passion meets performance!

SCHEDULE/FEES: Check website for dates and fees

CORNELL INTERNATIONAL SUMMER DEBATE CAMP

A summer debate camp for Middle & High School Students. The camp offers an exceptional experiential immersion in debates. This in-person camp provides a unique opportunity to interact with other students from different backgrounds, make friends, gain confidence, and learn great debate skills from top Cornell faculty and coaches. It’s a truly enriching academic camp and learning environment. Every year, we have students from 25 states and 20 countries. All students are welcome.

AGES: 12 – 18, Middle & High School students

SCHEDULE/FEES: Saturday July 27- Monday Aug 5; $3,750. Scholarships are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Local commuter option available, contact to learn more.

DAISY HOLLOW FARM SUMMER PROGRAM

This is a half day program for children ages 8 to 15. This is an outdoor farm-based camp where children will learn to work with a variety of farm animals and learn all about running a small farm. The day will be focused on learning to work with animals and plants. Campers will learn how to work with many different farm animals in a unique farmstead setting. The day will be focused on learning to work with animals and plants. Campers will learn how to feed and work with a variety of farm animals, including pigs, goats, cows, sheep, rabbits, chickens, turkeys, horses and more. From clipping chicken wings, to trimming bunny nails and goat hooves, from collecting eggs to leading horses, we try to explore it all. Campers will also learn to make some of the items we produce here on the farm such as wool scrubbies, salves, and bug repellents.

AGES: 8-15

SCHEDULE/FEES: Week 1: June 26 - 30; Week 2: July 10 - 14; Week 3: July 24 - 28; Week 4: July 31 - August 4; Week 5: August 7 - 11; Week 6: August 21 - 25; Half day program: 8 am - 12 pm. $185/week.

DANBY ART CAMP

Five days of fine arts on paper. Choice of watercolor, pastel, pen and ink, charcoal, color pencils and more. Please come with 3 water media brushes, a pad of Strathmore watercolor paper at least 9”x12”, 10+ tubes or pans of watercolor paint and a palette. Kits with these materials are available for $40/each.

AGES: 7-18

SCHEDULE/FEES: July 8-12; July 15-19, August 5-9; 9 am – 1 pm. $200/week

DANBY RURAL YOUTH SERVICES SUMMER PROGRAM

Summer programs for youth grades 4-8 (rising 4th graders included). This summer Danby youth may choose from returning favorites such as Cardboard Boat Building (paddle your own boat on the lake!), the Floating Classroom, Jennings Pond, and Dungeons & Dragons Live. We'll also have some new programs, like a week of Summer Olympics activities in July. Check our link for a full list coming soon. Programs usually run M-Th from 9 am to 1:30 pm or 4 pm. Program locations vary. Danby youth are given priority. Programs are free.

AGES: 9 – 14, Grades 4-8

DIGIVATIONS INSTITUTE at CORNELL UNIVERSITY

Fandom Multiverse

Robotics, AI/machine learning, game design take center stage. Like-minded campers“Suspend Disbelief” through Fandoms.“Suspend Disbelief” through the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Anime, K-Pop, Harry Potter, Camp Half-Blood & Dr. WHO, Star Wars. NASA Award Winning DIGIVATIONS’ curriculum & hands-on projects empower youth to solve quests, create future unicorn prototypes & art, write short stories, plays, musical & theatrical performances. Includes robots. Students bring their own laptops.

AGES: 11-17

SCHEDULE: Afternoon Day Camps, 1pm-6pm, 4 weeks in July, $525 M-F

Camp Half-Blood Non-Residential Day Camp

QUESTS solve global challenges! Capture the Flag! 11th Season Celebration! The world’s first & only overnight Demigod training facility. Faculty contextualize current events in Ancient Cultures & Civilizations, Greek Mythology & Language, Anthropology with hands-on learning: STEM, Design Thinking, Art, Creative Writing, New Music, Theatrical Combat.

AGES: 9-17

SCHEDULE: Afternoon Day Camps, 1pm-6pm, July 1-5 & July 8-12, $475.

Check website for details.

MODEL UN Academy & XGENS 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals Institute

Join our Model UN Delegation to travel to Yale and Sao Paulo, Brazil in 2024! Model Unite Nations, diplomacy, advocacy, writing, STEM & technology policy lead to innovation & leadership enabling real world solutions to the Sustainable Development Goal’s 169 targets & themes.Immersion in design thinking, arts & humanities, diplomacy, advocacy, writing, STEM & technology policy lead to innovation & leadership enabling real world solutions to the SDG’s 169 targets & themes: ECONOMIC, FOOD & WATER SECURITY; ENVIRONMENTALISM; SUSTAINABLE INFRASTRUCTURE; FUTURE OF WORK in an AI WORLD; & SOCIAL JUSTICE.

AGES: 14-17

SCHEDULE: Full Day Camp, 10am-6pm, July 23-Aug 3, Sun-Sat, $975

Harry Potter Sustainable Universe Non-Residential Day Camp

Role-play as ambassadors & delegates solving mortals' challenges to the universe & succeed at the Confederation of Wizards. Art, music, drama, creative writing, magic, STEM, quantum realms, quidditch, spells, potions chemistry, wands, larping. Study the UN & SDG topics including climate action, curing disease through synthetic biology & the future of AI.

AGES: 9 - 17

SCHEDULE: Afternoon Day Camps, 1pm-6pm, July 15-19 & 22-26, $475. Check website for details.

Family Fantasy, Leadership & Innovation Weekend

While children participate in their workshops, DIGIVATIONS COMMUNITIES offers adults engaging conversations and roundtables with leaders from academia, entertainment, and venture capital, among other fields, while combining the arts including music, creative writing, and other forms of narrative such as swordplay, larping, and play. Join us to connect across generations and explore the endless possibilities of mentorship and leadership. Full schedule and registration online.

AGES: 9 +

SCHEDULE: Check website for details.

DRYDEN YOUTH SERVICES

Dryden Youth Programs offers a fun variety of outdoor based summer enrichment programs. Dryden Youth Services will offer a variety of programs to youth that reside in the Town of Dryden, Village of Dryden, or Village of Freeville. Outdoor Cooking, Primitive Pursuits, hiking at Hammond Hill and many more programs are offered each summer. Dates and times will vary depending on the programbeing offered. Please check the website for detailed information and enrollment information.

AGES: 9 - 14

ENFIELD SUMMER DAY CAMP

The Enfield Community Council has a 6-week summer day camp for children ages 4-13 yearsheld at the Enfield Community Center, 162 Enfield Main Rd. The Enfield Community Council Summer Day Camp offers programs which enhance children’s growth, well-being, and social development byincorporating one or more of the following components into all camp activities and projects: educational and/or recreational objectives, physical fitness, and cultural studies including art and music. Programs include sports, science, cooking, swimming, hiking, literacy, arts and crafts, creek exploration, outdoor education, and weekly field trips.

AGES: 4–13

SCHEDULE/FEES: July 1–Aug9; 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. M-F. Enfield resident fee $1,000 for the 6-weeks or $200/week; Non-resident fee $1,400 for the 6-weeks or $250/week.Accepts DSS assistance.

FINGER LAKES GYMNASTICS CENTER – SUMMER DAY PROGRAM

Located at 215 Commercial Ave., Ithaca. Gymnastics and Ninja instruction. Come flip with us this summer! Our summer day program provides expert gymnastics instruction for children ages 4 years old and up. (Children must be potty trained). Our day program is for either children just beginning gymnastics/ninja or the gymnast/ninja with years of experience. All our students will receive instruction on the gymnastics and ninja events and daily Open Gym Time! Air-conditioned facility. Highly trained staff. Fun and welcoming environment. Full Day! Half Day (AM or PM)! Single Days! Full Weeks! Visit our website for more information and to register!

AGES: 4 - 18

SCHEDULE/FEES: Full Day - 9:30am – 4:00pm; Half Day Morning: 9:30am – 12:30pm; Half Day Afternoon: 1:00pm – 4:00pm. FREE Before and After Care (8-9:30 am; 4-5:30 pm). July 8 – Aug 30 weekly sessions. $45/half day session.

FLIGHT PERFORMING ARTS

Play is the Thing for ages 10 -15. Over the course of a week, budding young artists will engage in a joyful exploration of theatre arts with theatre professionals. As young artists learn to improve singing, acting and dance with theatre games, improvisation, and general goofiness, they also develop a greater sense of self, empathy, and improved communication skills. Young artists will leave with a deep sense of accomplishment, a huge boost in confidence, and lots of great memories with new friends.

SCHEDULE/FEES: Aug 12-16, 9 am – 3 pm. $420

Musical Theatre Boot Campfor ages 13 -18. During these weeklong sessions, young thespians will explore how to become a responsive team player on the stage. Develop intermediate skills in singing, acting, and dance through the playful application of technique in each medium. As our young artists learn how to break down a character and develop tactics for effective storytelling, they also develop team building, and communication skills, improve physical fitness and boost confidence and presence. Young artists will leave with a deep sense of accomplishment, a huge boost in confidence, and lots of great memories with new friends.

SCHEDULE/FEES: Aug 19-23; Aug 26-30, 9 am – 3 pm. $420/week

GRASSROOTS CULTURE CAMP

Music, Dance, Art, & Yoga workshops led by favorite Grassroots performers & many other fantastic artists in an intimate setting. With dinners and dances ending each day. Culture Camp is an educational, fun & festive party in and of itself. All Levels & Ages Welcome.
Volunteer opportunities available. Held at the Trumansburg Fairgrounds.
AGES: 5 - 18

SCHEDULE/FEES: July 14-17, check website for options and fees.

GROTON YOUTH SERVICES SUMMER CAMP

Groton Summer Camp is a day camp for residents of the Town and Village of Groton, held at the Groton Jr. Senior High School. Join the fun in Groton this summer at the Groton Youth Services Summer Camp and enjoy activities such as swimming, group games, arts, and crafts, hiking and more! Campers will have a summer’s worth of great memories, making new friends, and enjoying the company of long-time camp pals. Youth must be 5 before the start of camp. Free breakfast and lunch. Campership applications due by: May 29th, register using the link: https://bit.ly/grotonsummercamp

AGES: 5 - 12

SCHEDULE/FEES: July 8-August 16; Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. After Camp 4-5:30pm $160/week; After Camp $20/week. Limited scholarships available.

IC3 SUMMER CAMP 2024

IC3 Summer Camp offers children entering grades K-5 a lively learning environment in which to play, create, and explore. The camp is held in a spacious environment located at our main center at 579 Warren Road, Ithaca. Each week has a different theme! Campers will take nature walks, play water games, prepare healthy snacks, make arts & crafts, host guests from the community, weekly trips to swim, and go on a variety of field trips throughout the summer. Daily snacks and beverages are provided, campers need to bring their own bag lunch. Please make sure to pack nut free lunches. You may register your child by the week or for the entire summer to receive a 5% discount.

AGES: 5 – 10, K – Grd 5 for 2024-2025 school year

SCHEDULE/FEES: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM, limited spaces for before camp care from 7:30-9:00 a.m. Weekly from July 1 – Aug 30; $290/week (closed July 4 & 5, $175).

ITHACA BALLET - SUMMER DANCE PROGRAM

The Ballet Center ofIthaca welcomes dancers ages 7-18 for a summer dance intensive. Beginners, intermediate and advanced dancers welcome.We have more than 40 years of experience in training dancers with an intensive summer program that provides a solid foundation in correct, classical ballet combined with modern and jazz classes for added strength, versatility, and freedom of movement. This summer will be an exciting opportunity for dancers to develop their dance skills and make new friends in a friendly and nurturing atmosphere.

AGES: 7 - 18

SCHEDULE/FEES: 5 weeks offered: July 1-5; July 8-12; July 15-19;July 22-26;July 29-August 2. Full day, 9 am – 3 pm. Before Jun 15: $300/wk; $275/wk if attending 3+ wks. After Jun 15: $350/wk; $375/wk if attending 3+ wks.

ITHACA COLLEGE

SummerPre-College Programs

Take your first steps toward college by spending time this summer living and learning at Ithaca College. Our summer pre-college programs are geared for individuals ages 14 or older, entering 9th grade, or in high school. Participants experience living in a residential hall while completing college-level coursework in the sciences or arts. The programs run Monday, July 15 through Friday, August 02, 2024. Applications are now open. Apply today to reserve your seat for this great opportunity!

AGES: 14-18

SCHEDULE/FEES: July 15–Aug 2; see website for more details.

SummerPiano Institute

An incredible opportunity for talented young pianists seeking a summer opportunity for additional piano study. Join us for 10 days of an intensive piano experience on the beautiful Ithaca College campus in the heart of the Finger Lakes. Work directly with nationally and internationally known Ithaca College piano faculty for daily lessons, workshops, classes, and supervised practice.
AGES: 14-18

SCHEDULE/FEES: July 15–Aug 2; see website for more details.

SummerMusic Academy

Overnight music camp. IC Summer Music Academy is held in two divisions. High School Division for those entering Grades 10-12 grade and Intermediate Division for those entering Grades 7-9. Wind ensemble, orchestra, vocal and jazz (HS only) intensive program offering large group rehearsals, chamber groups, technique classes, electives, and an All-Academy Choir. Students enjoy recreation time each day as well as evening activities. HS students will attend a production at the Hanger Theater. Both divisions present final concerts open to parents and friends.

AGES: 12-18

SCHEDULE/FEES: July 14–27 High School Division; July 28-Aug 3 Intermediate Division; see website for more details.

ITHACA MEDIA ARTS

Ithaca Media Arts, 1458 Slaterville Road, Ithaca (near East Hill Plaza). Ithaca Media Arts campers learn valuable skills, build self-confidence and self-esteem, and above all – have fun! See website for full descriptions, dates, details. Ithaca Media Arts Day Campers create awesome Media and Tech fun: Animation, Roblox, Filmmaking, Virtual Reality, Robotics, TV News, 3D Prints, PC-Building, and more! 

MEDIA & TECH SUMMER CAMP FULL DAY –SCHOOL DAY - MORNINGS – AFTERNOONS for ages 5 – 17.

Campers choose from Robotics, Lego Animation, Filmmaking, ROBLOX Game Making, Minecraft, CAD & 3D Printing, Stop Motion, CGI Animation, Acting, Coding, TV News, Build-a-PC (add'l), Teen activities in AI, Synthesizers, Photoshop, Alienware Gaming & more! Virtual Reality with Vive VR (walk around!). Science / STEM / STEAM!

Weekly from July 1–Aug 30. Optional late pick-up and early drop off.

Full day 9 am – 4:00 pm; ages 5-8 $495/wk or $318/wk for 8 weeks; ages 9-16 $545/wk or $353/wk for 8 weeks.

School day 9 am – 2:00 pm; ages 5-8 $395/wk or $256/wk for 8 weeks; ages 9-16 $445/wk or $287/wk for 8 weeks.

Morning Camp 9 am – 12:30 pm, or Afternoons 12:30-4:00 pm; ages 5-8 $275/wk or $178/wk for 8 weeks; ages 9-16 $295/wk or $191/wk for 8 weeks.

ENGINEERING/TECH CAMP -FULL DAYfor ages 8-17. 9-4:00 M-F. Ithaca Media Arts campers start with Robotics (Lego Mindstorms programming), then Computer Aided Design (CAD) and 3-D Printing of 3-D objects (small toys and figures), break for outdoor picnic lunch and play, then Game Making with ROBLOX and Coding or Building Web Sites, or PC Building (extra fee optional take-home gaming PCs) and Drone Piloting! End with a Roblox & Minecraft Gaming Party with Vive Virtual Reality! Science / STEM / STEAM. Tech & Engineering fun with Robotics, Computer Aided Design 3D Printing, Roblox Game Design, Coding, Build a PC (add'l), Virtual Reality, Raspberry Pi, Alienwares, Drones!

Full Day 9am-4:00pm, July 1-Aug 30; $545 for 1 week, $353/wk for 8 weeks.

3D PRINTING CAD MAKER CAMP Ages 8–17.Design your own toys or other objects using Computer Aided Design (CAD), then turn your designs into real things using safe, non-toxic plastic 3D Printing technology. Campers can even create an animal, character, monster or car to use in a camp animation project! Campers keep the toys and objects they make! Camp fee includes all materials. Very Science / STEM / STEAM! Weekly from July 1-Aug 30. 11am-1:30pm, includes lunch period. $195 for 1 week, or just $99/week for 8 weeks.

ROBLOX GAME MAKING & MINECRAFT ages 8-17. 1:30-3:30 pm daily. Create your own Roblox games to play on a browser, smartphone or Xbox using the Roblox Studio multi-player game building platform. Campers create virtual places and can learn Lua programming to make a complete game. Minecraft play too! Taught by Gerry Roth, author of "ROBLOX Building Guide" (some weeks.) Science / STEM / STEAM! (Multiple weeks suggested to build complex games.) July 1– Aug 30. Ages 8-17. Fee: $195 for 1 week; or $143/week for 8 weeks.

FILM & ANIMATION ACADEMY ages 8-17. Create animated or live action digital shorts! Learn a variety of production techniques, with a different focus in the mornings and afternoons of each week, including Live Action, Green Screen Studio, Lego Animation, Claymation, Stop Motion, CGI Animation, TV News, Music Video, iPad Animation, Sci-Fi, Cel & White Board. Full Day 9-4:00 M-F, July 1-Aug 30. Fee: $545 for 1 week, $353/wk for 8-week film school camp, Mornings or Afternoons: $295 for 1 week, $191/wk for 8 weeks. Cinemapolis screening!

iPAD FILMMAKER & ANIMATION CAMPfor ages 7-17.9am-4:00pm M-F. Campers use iPads to create animation in the morning. In the afternoons we shoot live action videos. Use the iPad as a TV studio you can carry anywhere! Individual and group video projects using the Apple iPad as a camera, animation system and for editing. (Plus, see camp creations on a huge movie screen at the Cinemapolis movie theater!) Weekly from July 1–Aug 30. Fee: $545 for 1 week, $362/wk for 8 weeks. Optional late pick-up / early drop off.

BUILD YOUR OWN COMPUTER CAMP ages 10-18. 1 to 4:30pm M-F. Build your own high-performance PC this summer and take it home! Select a computer model or bring your parts. One-week program offered weekly. Experience the pride & joy of learning to build a fully functioning PC and taking it home after camp is over! Explore a computer's inner workings. Understand how parts work, connect and influence performance. Choose from four PC models (Basic, Mid-Range, High Performance Gaming or Ultimate Gaming) or bring your own parts. Science / STEM / STEAM! Available by the week, July 1–Aug 30, 1 – 4 pm. Fee varies from $395 to $3,495 depending on options selected. Companion fee is $295.

TRY-IT CAMP ages 4-17. Not sure if Ithaca Media Arts is the right fit? Try-It Camp is an easy way to check us out. A low-cost, low-risk, no-commitment way to try Ithaca Media Arts Summer Camp. Get a taste of several different fun and creative activities from the Tech and Media / Animation camps. This is a ONE-DAY, 3-hour program offered 11am - 2pm on Tuesdays or Thursdays starting July 2 and most weeks in July and Aug. Includes lunch period in our picnic area (bring lunch). Ages 4 to 17. Fee: $50, one session.

Playhouse for Puppets, Animation & TechOur youngest campers ages 4 – 7 enjoy their own special place to explore video and animation and technology. Green screen magic enables camper-powered puppets to appear anywhere - in Outer Space, on the Moon, in front of the Eiffel Tower! Lego animation, flip books, claymation, sound effects and fun! One-week fees vary from $275 for mornings or afternoons (or $178/wk for 8wks) to $395 for school day or $495 (or $318/wk for 8wks) for full day. (Our only program for 4-year-olds!) July 1-Aug 30.

ITHACA WALDORF SCHOOL

Ithaca Waldorf Schoolis located at 20 Nelson Road, Ithaca.

Explorer Summer Program

We strive to provide a world where children can experience the wonder of childhood. Spend your days outside in our magical forest and field, equipped with shady spots, a sand play area, swings, climbing structures, and lots of room to run around. Within the soothing rhythm of our day, we make time for crafts and activities, games, sprinkler, and pool play, expeditions to the forest, walks to the farm, and a rest time for full-day campers.

AGES: 4-6

SCHEDULE/FEES:6 weeks,June 24-28; July 8-12; July 15-19; July 22-26; July 29-August 2; August 5-9. No camp the week of July 4th. Half day: 8:30 am - 12:30 pm, $195/week; full day: 8:30 am - 3:00 pm, $315/week.

Farm Summer Program

Come care for the farm animals on our 80-acre Ithaca Waldorf School campus, tend the garden beds, and take part in other farming activities. Kids will also have ample outdoor playtime, and opportunities for art, crafting, and games. Each week has its own themed activities, including "Fun with Fungi," "Pottery and Pollinators," "Wilderness Skills," and "Farm to Table Cooking.". For rising 2nd-graders to rising 6th-graders.

AGES: 7-12

SCHEDULE/FEES:6 weeks, June 24-28; July 8-12; July 15-19; July 22-26; July 29-August 2; August 5-9. No camp the week of July 4th. Full day: 8:30 am - 3:00 pm, $350/week.

ITHACA YACHT CLUB – YOUTH SAILING PROGRAM

The Ithaca Yacht Club Youth Sailing and Racing program runs weekly sessions from Monday to Friday for young sailors from 7 to 18 years of age. The IYC Youth Sailing program is a racing-oriented sport, training beginner sailors the basics of sailing and working up to the IYC Youth Sailing Racing Team. As the program is small and focused toward small boat dinghy racing, priority is to enroll youth sailors with previous experience with youth sailing programs or a strong interest in working toward racing.

AGES: 7 - 18

SCHEDULE/FEES: 9 Session offered June 24 – August 23. Member: $380/week, Non-member: $450/week.

JYC SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAMS

Cornell Cooperative Extension and Joint Youth Commission (JYC) offerengaging, fun, and educational summer programs for youth residing in the Towns of Caroline and Ithaca, and Villages of Lansing and Cayuga Heights. Middle-school age youth programs offered on a variety of topics such as photography, volunteering, art, cooking, and outdoor exploration. Our popular Sky’s the Limit Program explores flight, birding, space, and rocketry. Lake Life, our Cayuga Lake exploration program, comes with a cruise with the Floating Classroom. Other programs this summer include Dungeons and Dragons, Summer 'Olympics', and Outdoor Adventures. Programs run 3-4 days per week per topic and meet at a variety of community sites. Programs are free with donations welcome.

AGES: 10-14, Middle School age

KID’S SUMMER CLUB

Southworth Library in Dryden is offering summer activities and programs at the library for all ages! Daily summer kids’ clubs include Choose Your Own adventure, graphic novels, Wednesday Wildlife at the Park, Write your story and game club with Pokemon, D&D, card games, board games and more!Lunch from 12 - 12:30, club from 12:30 - 2. Choose your own adventure (Mon), write your story (Tues) and graphic novel (Thurs) for grades 2 -8; Wednesday Wildlife for all ages, game club for all ages (Friday), preschool activities and fun (Fri 10- 12). Teen crafternoons on Wednesday at 3 for kids in grades 6 - 12 with felting knitting, stamping, papercrafts and more! All programs are free. Space is limited. register online for a spot.

AGES: 1 – 18

SCHEDULE/FEES: Contact for dates

LANSING YOUTH SERVICES – SUMMER SKIES

Lansing Youth Services Summer Skies programs offered throughout the summer on a variety of exciting topics. Outdoor based programming.

Please check the website for updated program information and registration.

AGES: 10-13

LIME HOLLOW SUMMER DAY CAMP

Lime Hollow Nature Center, 338 McLean Road, Cortland. With 600 acres of fields, forests, and streams, Lime Hollow is the perfect place to spend summer days in nature! Our campers turn into intrepid explorers, herpetologists, trackers, fort builders, and so much more! Full-day camps start with kids as young as 3 years old and continue through rising 12th graders! Each week offers a unique theme which promises to inspire a deep connection to nature, gets kids socializing, while playing and learning outdoors all day!

Camps: Knee-High - ages 3-5; Junior Naturalist - completed Grades K-3rd; Master Naturalist - completed Grades 4th-8th; Wanderers - completed Grades 6th-10th; Mentors In Training - completed Grades 8th-10th; and Voyager –Origins completed Grades 9th-12th.

AGES: 3 - 18

SCHEDULE: All camps are 8am-3pm with an extended care option until 5pm. Nine weeks of summer camp opportunities starting July 1st. Check website for details.

LIONS CAMP BADGER

Lions Camp Badger is a residential summer camp for individuals with special needs. We offer sessions to meet the needs of campers with intellectual andfunctional differences.Located on 150 acres of beautiful woodland in central NY. Our campers enjoy swimming, arts & crafts, music, athletics, boating, fishing, hobbies, and special events. Our sessions run from Sunday afternoon to Friday afternoon and are grouped by age: 6-17; 18-25; 26-40; 41+. We believe in the capabilities of our campers and use a positive approach to help them succeed.

AGES: 6+

SCHEDULE/FEES: See website for details.

NATURE PLAY SUMMER PROGRAM

The Nature Play Summer Program at Nature Nurtured Occupational Therapy is a place for children to explore nature based sensory play, movement, arts & crafts, and childhood passions.

AGES: 5-12

SCHEDULE/FEES: July 8 – Aug 1; Monday-Thursday; 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. $175/week

NEWFIELD SUMMER DAY CAMP

The Town of Newfield Summer Day Camp serves children entering grades 1 through 7 in Fall 2024. Newfield Summer Day Camp is the most affordable summer camp in all surrounding counties, The camp offers a range of activities throughout the day, including art, sports, games, swimming, outdoor/indoor fun, and learning. Apply at Newfield Town Hall.

AGES: 6-13, entering 1st – 7th grades in Fall 2024

SCHEDULE/FEES: July 8-Aug 16; $900/6-weeks; 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, with before and after camp care available from 7:30am to 8:30am and 4:30pm to 5:30pm for an additional fee. Camp care will be $3.50/hour.

NEWFIELD YOUTH COMMISSION PROGRAMS

Look for free, fun youth development programs in Newfield this summer! This is an opportunity offered through the Newfield Youth Commission and Cornell Cooperative Extension. More details soon! Middle School age youth. Website will be updated as more details as available.

AGES: 10-14, Middle School age

OPUS ITHACA SCHOOL OF MUSIC

Opus Ithaca School of Music, located in the lower level of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Ithaca, 402 N. Aurora Street, Ithaca. https://opusithaca.org/ (607)-220-3026

Choir Camp

Experience the joy of choral singing! Opus Choir Camp will include rehearsals with a variety of songs, vocal and performance techniques, activities with solfège & rhythms, musical games, diction, movement & more. Come learn with Opus faculty member Melissa Rooklidge & guest artists! New singers and singers from Odyssey Choir are welcome!Students must provide their own bag lunches for the week.

AGES: 8-11

SCHEDULE/FEES: August 12-16, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm; $350/student, scholarships available.

Flute Camp

Daily camp activities include private lessons, chamber music, flute ensemble, masterclasses and outdoor activities. Flute Camp faculty: Elizabeth Shuhan and Juliana Pepinsky. For ages 8-18 with one year experience playing flute. Students provide their own bag lunches for the week.

AGES: 8-18

SCHEDULE/FEES: August 19-23, 9:30am-3:30pm. $350/student, scholarships available.

Chamber Music Workshop

This 3-day strings chamber music workshop is available for intermediate to advanced string players; violin, viola, cello and bass players welcome!Over the course of the workshop, participants will work in assigned groups coached by Opus faculty to prepare pieces for a culminating performance. Participants will have opportunities to practice performing in masterclasses, as well as expanding their musical knowledge through music theory classes and improvisation sessions.

AGES: 11+

SCHEDULE/FEES: August 17-19, 9:30 am-3:30pm. $240/student, scholarships available.

Music Makers Camp

Come experience the joy of making music through songs, games, and creative activities! Students will explore the foundation of musical literacy and aural skills by developing their singing voice, internalizing the beat, experiencing musical comparatives (high vs. low notes, fast vs. slow, etc.) beginning notes and rhythms, and an introduction to a variety of instruments. Come learn, sing, and play!
AGES: 5-7

SCHEDULE/FEES: August 5-9, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm, $350/student, scholarships available.

Jazz Camp

Join us for a week of jazz, improvisation, jazz history, listening, and all things jazz! We will have introductory-level groups, as well as more advanced groups, based on experience and ability. Faculty will include Seth Carper, Paul Merrill, Peter Chwazik, and more.
This camp is for drum, bass, guitar, piano, brass, and woodwind students. Instructors include Opus Ithaca jazz faculty and friends. Students must provide their own bag lunches for the week.

AGES: 12-18

SCHEDULE/FEES: July 15 - 19, 9:30 am-3:30pm. $350/student, scholarships available.

Piano Camp

Musical fun for kids ages 8-18 with at least 2 years of piano lessons. Students will play piano ensemble music, be introduced to the pipe organ & harpsichord, explore improvisation, practice ear training & theory, play outside activities and games and host special guests. For older more advanced students, classes are designed to enhance theory and ear training skills, as well as technique and performance. Each student will have one lesson with an Opus Ithaca faculty member. Students provide their own bag lunch.

AGES: 8-18

SCHEDULE/FEES: July 22-26, 9:30am-3:30pm. $350/student, scholarships available.

PANTHER SPORTS CAMP

Camps are held on the TC3 campus. Camp fee includes instruction from current TC3 coaches and players, an opportunity to experience what it’s like to be a Panther, and a dri-fit t-shirt. Offered: Girls Basketball (ages 9-14), Boys Basketball (ages 9-14), and Soccer (boys and girls, ages 8-14). Applications will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Acceptance of camper to the Panther Sports Camps can be verified by receipt of camp instruction sheet from the camp office. If application is not accepted, camp fee will be promptly returned by mail.No refunds given within two weeks of camp’s starts date; 50% refund given if more than two weeks before camp begins. Camp-specific items will be listed in the welcome letter. Campers should bring their own lunch.

AGES: 8-14

SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday from 9am to 3pm. $175 per week. July 8 – 12 Girls Basketball, July 15 – 19 Boys Basketball, July 22 - 26 Soccer.

PICKLEBALL MANIA

Pickleball Mania provides a dynamic platform for youth to delve into a variety of sports along with activities that hone flexibility, agility, and mindfulness. Through engaging games and technology, students can enhance their sports performance in an enjoyable manner. Youth will be able to track their sporting skills and performance using Python software on a computer. PM will have bounce houses, tubelox, basketball, pickleball, 4 squares and much more! Come join the fun!

AGES: 7-18

SCHEDULE: 9 am – 4 pm; Weekly July 1-5; July 8-12; July 15-19; July 22-26; July 29-Aug 2; Aug 5-9; Aug 12-16; Aug 19-23; Aug 26-30.

PRIMITIVE PURSUITS 4-H

Primitive Pursuits is a non-profit nature connection program of Cornell Cooperative Extension Tompkins County. Primitive Pursuits is an all outdoor, nature connection program whose mission is to create lasting positive experiences with the natural world, with themselves and each other through outdoor/survival skills. Since 2003, we have offered summer camp for children and youth ages 3-16! Each week is full of growth, fun, and discovery through wilderness survival skills and nature mentoring!

AGES: 3-16

SCHEDULE: Check website for details on dates/times/fees

SEWGREEN CAMPS

Fashion Camp

In this one weeklong camp, campers going into grades 7, 8 ,9, & 10 learn or review how to use a sewing machine and make a variety of apparel projects in a fun supportive atmosphere. Camp runs from 1 to 4pm Monday through Friday. Campers may sign up for one week or multiple weeks.

AGES: 12-16, Grades 7-10

SCHEDULE/FEES: July 8-12; July 15-19; July 22-26; July 29-Aug 2, 1 to 4 pm Monday-Friday, camp fee is $225 plus $50 for materials.

Sewing Camp

In this weeklong half-day camp, campers going into grades 4, 5, or 6 learn or review how to use a sewing machine and make a variety of sewing projects in a fun supportive atmosphere. Camp runs from 9 am to noon Monday through Friday. Children may sign up for one or multiple weeks. Sewing machines are provided and all supplies are covered in the materials fee.

AGES: 9-12, Grades 4 - 6

SCHEDULE/FEES: July 8-12; July 15-19; July 22-26; July 29-Aug 2, 9 am – Noon, camp fee is $225 plus $25 for materials.

STEWART PARK DAY CAMP

Camp operated through the City of Ithaca Youth Bureau. Day Camp for 8–13-year-olds filled with fun and exciting activities! Campers will enjoy spending their days learning games, making new friends, participating in a variety of recreation activities including arts & crafts, swimming, archery, boating, tennis, games, sports, and drama.

AGES: 8-13

SCHEDULE/FEES: July 1-5 (no camp on July 4); July 8 – 19; July 22-Aug 2; Aug 5-16. Full Day: 9AM - 4PM; Half Day Options: 9AM-12:30 PM or 12:30PM - 4PM. Extended Day Options: Before Camp 7:30-9AM or After Camp 4-5:30PM.

SUMMER VOLUNTEER COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAM

The Learning Web will offer a Summer Volunteer Community Service opportunity. Youth volunteer at a variety of local organizations, providing community service at each site (indoors and outdoors). Youth receive a certificate of completion at the end of the program and volunteer hours may be used toward community service credits for school. Participation is FREE to youth who are residents of Tompkins County.

AGES: 11-18

SCHEDULE: Two 2-week sessions: Monday-Friday, July 8-19; July 22 – Aug 2; 9:00am - 1:00pm.

THE CLAY SCHOOL of ITHACA SUMMER CAMP

Students will make pots and sculptures from stoneware and self-hardening clays. They will learn how to slab, coil and pinch with some wheel throwing mixed in too.
Other craft projects will include painting, coloring, collage, and jewelry making. All creations will be finished at the end of the week!

SCHEDULE/FEES: Campruns 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. July 8-12; July 15-19; July 22-26; Aug 12-16. $365/wk. August 5-9 (ages 12-16 only).

AGES: 8-11; 12-16

TST BOCES Career & Technology: TECHAPALOOZA 2024

Come see what you can be at CTE, TST's Summer Camp - Techapalooza! Open to 5th-8th graders in TST BOCES districts. Get daily immersive experience in CTE classes such as Animal Science, Construction Trades, Culinary Arts, Food Services, and New Visions partnership. Held at the TST BOCES campus, 555 Warren Road. Each student receives a t-shirt.

AGES: 10-14, students entering 5 -8 grades

SCHEDULE/FEES: July 15-19, 9 am – 12:00 pm; $100/student.

YMCA of Ithaca & Tompkins County CAMP ADVENTURE

Camp Adventure, at the Ithaca YMCA facility at 50 Graham Road West and the Outdoor Education Center, 1349 Mecklenburg Road, provides a world of fun, friends, and adventure for your child, we focus on values and character development. Campers will spend their days active and will explore new things with special guest artists and educators. At the Y it is important that we engage campers in exciting experiences that keep their minds and bodies moving. This experience is perfect for children who are between 5 and 12 years old, love to experience new and exciting things, enjoy being active all day, want to make new friends and lifetime memories, and enjoy exploring the great outdoors!

SCHEDULE/FEES: Campruns 8:00 am - 5:30 pm. Weekly sessions July 1- Aug 30, Rates: Family member: $230/wk; Youth member: $240/wk; Non-member: $270/wk.

AGES: 5-12

YOUTH LEARN TO ROW

Youth Learn to Row classes offered through the Cascadilla Boat Club. Learn to Row classes are a fun and fast-paced introduction to the sport of rowing. This course will teach all aspects of the sport, including water safety, rowing technique, and stretching/warm up routines. No rowing experience required. We strive to make rowing accessible by offering full and partial scholarships. Email cascadillaboardprez@gmail.com to request a fee waiver.

AGES: 12-18, in Grades 7-12 in Fall

SCHEDULE/FEES: July 1-3 (no class July 4 & 5); July 8 – 12; July 15 – 19; July 22 – 26; July 29- Aug 2; Aug 5-9. 9:30am-12:30pm. $225/week ($135 for July 1-3).