
Choosing camps and/or summer activities for your kids can be a daunting task! I have put this guide together in hopes of making the process easier for you by having all the information in one place! I have included a summary of all camps at the beginning of the guide organized by type (Dance/Gymnastics, Sports Camps, Arts Camps etc). After the summary of camps, you will find a full listing for each camp (listed alphabetically). There are over 50 camps/programs in this guide!
Dance/Gymnastics Camps
Contemporary Circus and Immersive Arts Center
Sports Camps
Bailiwick Animal Park & Riding Stables
Beestera Soccer Camps (Day Camps & Overnight Camps)
Legendary Sports Training – Football Camps
Rocksport Indoor Climbing and Outdoor Guiding Service
Sportime Schenectady Summer Camps
Tay Fisher’s Fundamental Basketball Camp
Music
ABILITIES CENTER SARATOGA
Join us for weekly fun all summer long at Abilities Summer Camp. Children ages 3-6 will fill their mornings with indoor and outdoor gym time, themed activities, friendship, and fun! Limited openings so register today at our website.
10 Mountain Ledge Drive, Wilton, NY 12831
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Phone #: 518-306-1808
Email: [email protected]
ACE GYMNASTICS
Summer Camp 2023
8 Weeks of Summer Camp Fun! – July 5th – August 25th!
For Boys and Girls Kindergarten through Age 12
Full Day (9am-4pm) and Half Day (9am-12:30pm) Options
Full Week Options and Daily Options
Weekly Themes – Americana, Hawaiian, Ace Ninja Warrior, Christmas in July, Mystery, Jungle, Beach & Outerspace
**Weekly themes only apply to full day option**
19 Warehouse Row, Albany NY 12205
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Phone #: 518-977-3028
Email: [email protected]
ADIRONDACK TAEKWONDO
ADIRONDACK Taekwondo Summer Camp’s
July 24-28 & August 7-11, 2023
Visit: ADKTKD.com or call 518-373-0442
1593B Route 9, Clifton Park, NY 12065
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Phone #: 518-373-0442
Email: [email protected]

THE ALBANY ACADEMIES
The Albany Academies offer a number of camps for students entering Grade 1 through Grade 12. Please see our website for more information about our programs which include LEAP (campers choose a morning and afternoon block schedule to follow for the week), Jr Leap, Classic Day, Immersion Chinese, Robotics & 3D Printing, Musical Theatre-Grades 3-6 performing Finding Nemo Jr. and Grades 7-12 performing The Addams Family. Join us for a week, a two-week session, or the whole summer! All camps include lunch and snack.
135 Academy Road, Albany, NY 12208
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Karin Epstein, Director of Summer Programs,
Phone #: 518-429-2332
Email: [email protected]
ALBANY JCC SUMMER CAMPS
Join through the Windows of our Olam (“world”) at the Albany JCC Summer Camps! We offer weekly full day, fun programs for ages 6-15 from late June to late August. Daily Swim Lessons, Sports, Art, Nature, Theme Weeks, and a Ropes Challenge Course. Check out www.albanyjcc.org or email [email protected] to learn more!
Phone #: 518-438-6651 x113
ALBANY’S INDOOR ROCKGYM
AN CLAR SCHOOL OF IRISH DANCE
Summer time is a great time to try a new activity & why not try Irish dance at An Clar School of Irish Dance! 2 camp options available for ages 3 & up. Head to our website for information & to register your child today: https://www.anclarschool.com/2023-summer-camps
Celtic Hall, 430 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205
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ART CAMP AT OUR SAVIOR’S
Our summer art camps are full of opportunities to be creative with a variety of materials! Full-day and half-day options are available. Each week has a theme, but children are encouraged to explore their own interests during the week. At the end of the week, we celebrate by hosting an art show so the artists can display everything they created! Click here to see the full brochure. If you have any questions or want a copy of the brochure, please email [email protected].
63 Mountain View Ave, Colonie, NY 12205
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Phone #: 518-459-2273
Email: [email protected]
ART IN MIND CREATIVE WELLNESS STUDIO
Join Art in Mind Studio for their 2023 Summer Art Camps! Give your kids the opportunity to be creative all summer with a hands-on interactive experience. Art in Mind features two fun new themes each week, utilizing a large range of media. Learn to cook, draw, paint, sculpt, and so much more! Half day and full day options are offered, and there is a $10 discount for registrations made before April 1st. The studio is extremely excited to offer another great summer full of creativity for your kids! Click here to view their Summer Camp Schedule.
BAILIWICK ANIMAL PARK & RIDING STABLES
Summer horseback riding camp – 10 weeks of camp offered for ages 7 and older, beginners welcome. Riding, horsemanship, horse care & more. Camp runs Monday-Friday 10am to 5pm.
BEAVER CAMP
Throughout the summer, our overnight camps give kids the opportunity to make new friends, collaborate and conquer challenges on the ropes course, swim in Beaver Lake, feast in the dining hall, discover the wonders of God’s creation, and more. Campers enjoy traditional summer camp activities like archery, sailing, canoeing and learn camp craft, all while living with a counselor and assistant in a comfortable bunk-style cabin. For those interested in high adventure we offer week-long wilderness excursions focused on canoeing, rock climbing, backpacking or fishing. Each evening, campers and staff gather around the campfire to learn more about Jesus through songs, skits, and a faith-filled message.
8884 Buck Point Road, Lowville, NY 13367
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Phone #: 315-376-2640
Email: [email protected]
BEESTERA SOCCER CAMPS
BETHLEHEM CHILDREN’S SCHOOL
At BCS’s nature-based Summer Programs, each day is a new adventure! We combine engaging classes—arts and crafts, STEAM, and outdoor education—with free-play on our network of hiking trails, field games, water play, and time in our gardens. While each of our 10 weeks has a unique theme with individual, engaging programming, children still have ample opportunities to develop their creativity, lead the exploration of their surroundings and make new friends. Full- and extended-day options available for children aged 3* to 7 (*half-day available for 3-year-olds).
CAMP CEDARBROOK IN THE ADIRONDACKS
An overnight wilderness camp for girls that inspires them to live Christ-centered lives. Girls ages 7-17 experience Christian community, take part in daily Bible study, fun and challenging activities, evening campfires and more! Throughout their time at Cedarbrook, girls learn to follow Jesus in every aspect of their lives. Week long sessions from June 25 – August 12– find out more at www.campcedarbrook.org
Camp address: 59 Davignon Rd, Corinth NY 12822
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Phone #: 518-608-6800
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CAMP GIVAH
Camp Givah is located on 250 acres in the scenic Helderberg Mountains about 20 miles from Albany.The camp is set amid rolling hills, woods, streams, a private lake, and is the premier Jewish day camp of the Capital Region. It’s home to a diverse and dedicated community where we encourage children to find value in their Judaism in a fun and exciting environment. We provide unique cultural and camp experiences that nurture lasting friendships, informal Jewish education, and incredible summer memories from generation to generation.
88 Camp Lane, East Berne, NY 12059
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Phone #: 518-438-7858
Email: [email protected]
CAMP LITTLE NOTCH
Join us for a memory building summer. Come unplug and play in nature. To register go to https://www.camplittlenotch.org/summercamp
Camp Address: 744 Sly Pond Road, Fort Ann, NY 12827
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Phone #: 518-793-9700
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CAMP PINNACLE
Camp Pinnacle is an 880-acre Christian summer camp & retreat center located at the top of the scenic Helderberg Mountains, overlooking the Capital District with a mission to reach people with the love of Jesus Christ. Come join us for a 6-week summer camp loaded with FUN! Swimming, canoeing, hiking, outdoor adventure, archery, arts & crafts, basketball, volleyball, & SO MUCH MORE. We offer Day Camp & Overnight Camp (for ages 7-16). PLUS! Check out our specialty camps: Motorcycle Camp, Horse Camp, Worship Camp, & Pinewood Derby Camp!
CAPITAL COOKS
Capital Cooks is a partnership between the chefs and management of Different Drummer’s Kitchen in Stuyvesant Plaza. When that store closed, we decided to open our own cooking school, and we’ll be opening on July 31 with our first kid’s camp. Our new cooking school is conveniently located in the Village of Colonie, just off of Central Avenue. Capital Cooks provides a safe, fun place for children to cook, eat, make friends and have a ton of fun. Classes for kids are Monday through Friday, and each offers the choice of a three-day, two-day or five-day week. Camp goes from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Classes are appropriate for 8-12 year olds.
Our experienced chefs love kids, love to cook and love to share their knowledge with people of all ages. Menus include Holiday Favorites, Cooking Around the World, Rainbow of Colors and Breakfast for Dinner. Expect to learn about each food that will be prepared in a hands-on cooking environment, and be well-fed each day. Our beautiful new school is located at 12 Walker Way, Colonie, NY, 12205. Questions? Feel free to contact us at [email protected], or call 518-810-8412. And, the kids shouldn’t be the only people having fun this summer! There are many classes for adults, too.
12 Walker Way, Colonie, NY 12203
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Phone #: 518-810-8412
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CAPITAL DISTRICT WRITING PROJECT
Our writing workshops are designed for young people who love to write and who enjoy collaborating with other writers. Workshop facilitators are gifted and experienced K-12 educators from across the Capital Region. Our facilitators challenge young people to grow as writers in fun and interactive ways and within a supportive community. Scholarships may be available.
Location of camp: University at Albany campus
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Email address: [email protected]
CAPITAL DISTRICT YMCA SUMMER CAMP
The Capital District YMCA Summer Camp provides children (ages 5-13) with 10 weeks of fun, supervised activities that teach character values, conflict resolution, and leadership skills. Children build self-confidence, practice teamwork, and develop self-reliance. We offer a variety of activities, from crafts to science projects to outdoor experiences including hiking and archery. We offer flexible schedules (choose up to ten weeks of camp experiences) and convenient locations across the Capital District.
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Phone #: 518-869-3500
CAPITAL KIDS CARE
Capital Kids Care offers year round School Aged programming near you! Capital Kids Care was founded on the idea that all kids deserve a place they can just be kids! We strive to create an environment that nurtures kids to be themselves, to learn, to explore, and to grow. Our programming, from after care to summer camp and everything in between, is designed to engage kids and foster friendships.Join us at one of our four Capital Region Locations: Niskayuna, Rotterdam, Duanesburg, & South Colonie. Camp runs for 10 weeks from 6/26 and our hours are 7:30am to 5:30pm Monday- Friday. Enjoy a discount for the more weeks you enroll in! We can’t wait to see you at Camp!
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Email: [email protected]
Questions? Contact Kyle Wright at (518)878-9258
CASTLE ISLAND BILINGUAL MONTESSORI
Learn some Spanish while having summer time fun! Learning activities for Early Childhood through Elementary immersed in child-friendly Spanish. For both fluent speakers to beginners, the program serves to enrich language development for children at all levels of Spanish. Four two-week camps are offered with high-interest themes for learning fun both outside at the park and inside at our new state-of-the-art facility in Downtown Albany!
602 Broadway, Albany, NY 12207
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Phone #: (518) 533-9838
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CATSKILL EQUESTRIAN CENTER
Summer horseback riding camp – 10 weeks of camp offered for ages 7 and older, beginners welcome. Riding, horsemanship, horse care & more. Camp runs Monday-Friday 10am to 5pm.
C3 HIP HOP DANCE CO.
This summer we are offering a 5-week Sunday series, as well as two themed midweek clinics. Welcoming ages 3-18 of all skill levels. Summer is your chance to experience C3 before we kick off our Fall ’23 to Spring ’24 team season! Details and registration can be found on our website
Located: 165 High Rock Ave, Saratoga Springs at Max Level Fitness & Athletics
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Phone #: 305-788-4263
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CK DANCE COMPANY
CK Dance Company is a full scale dance studio in the heart of East Greenbush, NY. Our professional and dedicated instructors are committed to fostering individual growth in a fun filled dance community. We offer recreational classes for children and adults as well as performance opportunities. Register at ckdancecompany.com
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Phone #: (518) 479-2200
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CODE NINJAS CLIFTON PARK
Become a coding ninja and conquer the digital world at our week-long summer camp filled with exciting challenges and activities! We offer a wide variety of camps such as Minecraft Modding, Stop Motion Animation, Roblox Development, 3D Printing, JR Makey Makey and much more! If you have any questions, please contact us!
15 Park Avenue, Clifton Park NY 12065
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Phone #: 518-400-2013
Email: [email protected]
COLLABORATIVE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
Collaborative School of the Arts offers interactive theatre programming at all three of our Capital Region venues. Actors, musicians, and production crew – we have something for everyone at Broadway Camp, Summer Stage Young Acting Company, Rock Camp and Broadway Jr.
Three Locations:
Albany, Saratoga & Schenectady
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Phone #: (518) 382-3884
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CONTEMPORARY CIRCUS AND IMMERSIVE ARTS CENTER
A Summer Kids Circus Camp featuring aerial and ground based circus skills! Great for first time circus students, or returning students eager to deepen their skills. This occurs under the CCIAC Big Top Circus Tent in Prospect Park!
CCIAC Big Top Tent! 65 Prospect Park Rd. Troy, NY
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Phone #: (845) 705-4345
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CREATIVE DANCE ARTS
2037 Route 9 Round Lake, NY 12151
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Phone #: (518) 383-9967
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DANCE FIRE STUDIO
Dance Fire Studio is the perfect place for children to explore the exciting world of dance! Our experienced instructors create a positive and nurturing environment where children can learn and grow. We offer a variety of classes tailored specifically for kids, including Ballroom, Ballet, and Acro. In addition to our regular classes, we offer fun and engaging Summer Dance Camps designed to keep children active and entertained during the break. Offering Camps and Classes at BOTH Studio Locations.
NISKAYUNA
2341 Nott Street East Suite 104, Niskayuna, NY 12309
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Phone #: 518-557-2052
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SARATOGA
36 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
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Phone #: 518-306-4710
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DANES SOCCER ACADEMY
You are invited to the Danes Soccer Academy this summer! We provide soccer camps to players of all skill levels, from ages 6 to 14. Young soccer players will enjoy the opportunity to learn from, play with, and interact with UAlbany players & coaches. Our camps are based on skill instruction, competition, & fun games while elevating each participant’s soccer knowledge & passion for the sport.
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DOANE STUART SCHOOL
Doane Stuart is excited to welcome children ages 3-18 to our campus for eight delightful weeks of “Summer Days at Doane Stuart!” These themed weekly programs include more than their fair share of summer fun, combined with individualized instruction to keep them engaged and thriving all summer long. Come for one week or stay for all eight! For a limited time, enjoy a 10% discount when booking multiple weeks with the promotional code “Summer10”. Please note: Registration is based on the age/grade level for the 2023-24 school year. Children who are potty-trained and will be 3 years old by December 1st are very welcome in our 3-5 year old camps.
199 Washington Ave, Rensselaer, NY 12144
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Phone #: 518-465-5222
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DOUBLE H RANCH
Each summer at Double H Ranch, hundreds of kids living with serious illnesses experience camp in a special way – purposefully designed, fully adapted, and medically sound. From the high ropes course to the talent show stage, Double H’s team of trained staff and licensed medical professionals ensure a safe environment where each
camper’s unique needs are met. Double H Ranch serves children aged 6-16 who are living with CAH, Cancer, Collagen Vascular Diseases, Congenital Heart Defects, Hemophilia & Bleeding Disorders, Shunt Dependent Hydrocephalus, IBD & Gastrointestinal Disorders, HIV & Immune Disorders, Mitochondrial & Metabolic Diseases, select Neuromuscular Disorders, select Rare Diseases, or Sickle Cell Anemia. Please visit our website doublehranch.org/programs/summer-camp/ to learn more about program details, 2023 session dates, and how to start your camper’s application today!
97 Hidden Valley Road, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846
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Tara Bogucki, Admissions Director, [email protected],
(518) 696-5676 ext. 222
DRAGONFLY & OWL, LLC
Sensory Summer Program with weekly themes from July 10th-August 25th! Mon-Friday from 9am-12pm. The Sensory Summer program is designed and led by occupational therapists to provide opportunities for the development of fine and gross motor skills, socialization and language skills, coping skills, cognitive development, sensory exploration, and much more!
(For ages 3-10)
EAGLE ISLAND CAMP
Located on its own 31-Acre Island on Upper Saranac Lake in New York’s Adirondack Mountains, Eagle Island is a youth camp, a National Historic Landmark, and one of the best-preserved examples of Adirondack Great Camp architecture.
31 Acre Island on Upper Saranac
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Phone #: 518-323-9422
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EIDOLON BLACKLIGHT THEATER SUMMER CAMPS
Have fun exploring a style of theater rarely seen here. Creatures and scenery float, fly, frolic and glide across the stage to dazzle and entertain. The impossible and unlikely jump out of the darkness to surprise the viewer. Costumes, props, music, puppets – fun doing something new! Staged as a variety show with multiple acts, everybody gets to be a star.
Location: Dreamlights Studio in Viaport Mall, 93 W. Campbell Rd, Schenectady, NY 12306
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Phone #: 518-364-4081
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FOLLOW THRU BASKETBALL CAMP
2023 Follow Thru Basketball Camp Registration is NOW OPEN!
At Follow Thru Basketball Camps our mission is simple: to help our campers grow as people by teaching them how to play competitive basketball.
We believe competitive basketball is an incredible vehicle for personal growth. The game of basketball presents countless learning opportunities each time a young person takes the court. It is the responsibility of our staff to help our campers take advantage of these opportunities to better prepare our campers for future challenges on the court and beyond basketball. We focus on individual skills, how to play and how to compete.


FOOTLOOSE THEATER – SUMMER CAMP PRODUCTION
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GIRL SCOUTS OF NORTHEASTERN NEW YORK
Girls Scouts of Northeastern New York, (GSNENY) Three summer camps locations (Day Camp and Overnight Camp); East Greenbush, Lake Luzerne and Lake Clear, New York create unique communities shaped by outdoor spaces, welcoming environments, and activities that help build girls of courage, confidence, and character. GSNENY camps are girl-centric places that focus on growth and belonging for all campers, including those who have been historically marginalized and systematically excluded from outdoor spaces. Our C.A.M.P., Creative Adventures & Magical Possibilities are available during each week of summer camp at the 3 camp locations along with specialty programs.
Camp Locations: East Greenbush, Lake Luzerne and Lake Clear, New York (Day Camp and Overnight Camp)
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Phone #: 518-489-8110
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GO KIDS
Go Kids offers a variety of summer camps for ages 3-10 in Saratoga and Clifton Park. Throughout the camp day, children will be on the move, interacting with their peers, and having fun. Whether it is preschool sports camp, Little Explorers or LEGO Camp, the Go Kids team strives to provide an atmosphere in which children of varying ages can come together and learn skills that will lead them to a lifetime of health, fitness and fun.
Locations in Saratoga and Clifton Park
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Phone #: 518-878-6502
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LEGENDARY SPORTS TRAINING – FOOTBALL CAMPS
Legendary Sports Training is bringing Football Camps and Clinics to the Capital Region. Our experienced coaching staff will help each athlete learn the fundamentals of offense and defense while assisting them to develop their skills using proper techniques. Summer football camps are designed to incorporate group training, position-specific skill work, fun competitions and 7 v 7 Games. A great opportunity for any young athlete looking to improve their game, have fun, make new friends, and raise their confidence.
MUSEUM OF INNOVATION AND SCIENCE
miSci’s summer classes are back with brand-new themes full of hands-on experiments and STEAM learning! Eight weeks of classes start June 26 and last until August 18 with a new topic each week. Kids in grades K-5 can register for both full and half-days!
15 Museum Drive, Schenectady, NY 12308
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Phone #: 518-382-7890
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NACRE DANCE GROUP
Nacre Dance Group is proud to host TWO summer dance workshops!
Frazee Feet Dance Company (A Rochester based modern dance/contemporary based company) for its 2023 Summer Dance Experience the week of July 31st – August 4th (9:30am – 2:30pm).This workshop concludes with a performance on August 5th at 7:30pm at the Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs, NY
2023 Frazee Feet Dance Workshop will be held at Creative Dance Arts, Clifton Park, NY
Continuum Contemporary Ballet (A New York City based contemporary ballet company) for its 2023 Summer Dance Experience the week of August 7th – August 11th (9:30-12:30). This workshop concludes with an informal studio performance on August 11th at Saratoga City Ballet Studios in Saratoga Springs, NY.
2023 Continuum Contemporary Ballet Workshop will be held at Saratoga City Ballet Studios, Saratoga Springs. NY
These workshops are open to high school and college students ages 13-20. (Special consideration for students age 12 who have extensive experience)
Dance experience in dance is required. Class sizes are limited so register soon!
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Phone #: (518) 817-3833
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NIKE BASEBALL CAMP ALBANY
Camp Location: Boght Baseball Complex, 1155 New Loudon Road, Cohoes, NY 12047
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Phone #: 800-645-3226
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NINJA LABS
ALBANY NINJA LAB
Crossgates Commons
161 Washington Ave Ext-104B, Albany, NY 12205
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Phone #: 518-608-4725
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SARATOGA NINJA LAB
9 Stonebreak Rd-Suite 3, Malta, NY 12020
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Phone #: 518-289-5942
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O-LA-MOON-DO CAMP
Nestled in a brand new facility along the shores of Lake Ashmere, O-La-Moon-Do is a co-ed, residential summer camp located in Berkshire, Massachusetts. Along with providing a wide variety of sports and traditional camp activities, O-La-Moon-Do offers the opportunity to learn a new language. After choosing between French, Spanish, and English, campers participate in fun, interactive activities while simultaneously becoming more proficient in the selected language. Children 6 to 16 years old come not only from across the United States, but also from other countries to enjoy swimming in the lake, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, and partaking in the various sports and activities offered by our camp. Our unique CIT Program is offered for rising sophomores and juniors (ages 15-16), where they learn to become leaders and positive role models for younger campers while exploring the role of a counselor. Our French, Spanish, and English programs are formed by our wonderful bilingual staff and counselors, who are native to the language’s respective country and have experience working at camps. We also offer amazing rates!
For the opportunity to send your child to O-La-Moon-Do for reduced rates, we are looking for camp ambassadors to advertise the camp!
822 Peru Road, Hinsdale, MA 01235
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Phone #: (954) 994-5845
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ONCE UPON A TIME CENTER
We are a one stop shop for families! From our creative play space to our legendary parties we have something for every child. In partnership with our sister business, The King’s Dancers, we run dance and movement classes for all ages. At our summer camps children will engage in creative play activities through art, dance, theater and more!
19 Glenridge Rd, Glenville, NY 12302
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Phone #: 518-312-4290
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OPEN AIR SPORTS
Join us for 4 days of summer fun in and around beautiful Saratoga Springs! We’ll kick off the week with two days of fun on the trails and wrap up with two days of a splashing good time on Fish Creek! A great way for your kids to get outside with different activities in our local community. Visit www.openairsportsny.com for more information.
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Phone #: (603) 498-9081
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PLANET PARKER
Planet Parker is an outgrowth of our interdisciplinary and progressive project-based school program. Utilizing our unique 77 acres campus, students are engaged in experiential investigations and discovery that ignites curiosity, and cultivates confidence and compassion. Ages 4-13.
4254 Route 43, North Greenbush, NY 12198
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Phone #: 518-286-3449
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PLAY HOLLOW
We are dreamin’ of warmer days and sunny adventures and what better way to call for summer than by opening our camp registration! Led by a bilingual speech-language pathologist and a NYS certified Science Teacher, join us at Play Hollow in the Village of Ballston Spa for 5 weeks dedicated to nature and science topics while engaged in Spanish immersion, music, art and play. For more information and registration, visit our website at playhollow.com
40 Front Street, Ballston Spa, NY 12020
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Phone #: 518-309-3517
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PLAYHOUSE STAGE ACADEMY – PRESENTING SEUSSICAL KIDS!
Ages 5-10
Calling all young performers! Combine singing, dancing and acting into one fun filled, three week summer program! Students will learn musical theatre fundamentals, and in the process, be cast in and rehearse a 30 minute musical. The program culminates in 2 opportunities to perform Seussical Kids on the Cohoes Music Hall stage!
Program runs July 10-27, 2022, Mondays-Fridays, 9am-2pm with performances at 2pm on July 27 & 28.
Location: Cohoes Music Hall, 58 Remsen Street, Cohoes, NY 12047
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Phone #: 518-434-2035
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ROCKSPORT INDOOR CLIMBING AND OUTDOOR GUIDING SERVICE
Make Summer Camp Memories at Rocksport which is a family-owned and operated business, instructing climbing and climbers since 1992. Three camps to pick from High Adventure Camp, Pebble Crushers (5-7 yrs) and Rockreation (7-14 yrs). Enjoy your summer with experienced RockSport staff!
Rocksport also offers Youth Programs, First-Time Climbers, Outdoor Guiding, Training & Fitness, Summit Yoga, Birthday Parties and Membership Options!
54 Carey Road, Queensbury, NY 12804
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Phone #: (518) 793-4626
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SACANDAGA BIBLE CONFERENCE
Sacandaga Bible Conference offers several year-round programs, with dynamic youth and family camp opportunities during the summer, and retreats and special events the rest of the year. The seven-week youth camp includes day and overnight programs for children from kindergarten through high school. Campers participate in dozens of different group activities and games, learning new skills, while being challenged in daily chapel services by guest speakers and a Christian staff who love them. The four-week family camp program gives parents and children a chance to come closer together and relax in God’s creation while participating in camp activities and chapel services. Activities include rock-climbing, high ropes, paintball, water tubing, kayaks and canoes, crafts, hamster wheels, pedal carts, and archery.
191 Lakeview Road, Broadalbin, NY 12025
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Phone #: (518) 883-3713
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SARATOGA CHILDREN’S THEATRE
Classes and Events take place at 615 Maple Ave Suite 3, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
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Phone #: 518-886-8800
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SARATOGA CITY BALLET SUMMER CAMPS
As one of Saratoga Springs original dance studios, Saratoga City Ballet is committed to educating and developing the art of dance for young children through adults in the Capital Region. Weeklong summer programs are available for dancers ages 4-18. Join us for Storybook Ballet for ages 4-6 with Jen Manino July 10-14 and August 21-25. Beginner Ballet for ages 7-9 will occur July 24-28. Intensive programs for dancers ages 10-12 and 13+ are planned for 7/31-8/4 and 8/14-8/18. Register at www.saratogacityballet.com or email [email protected] for information.
4295 Route 50, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
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Phone #: 518-584-1895
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SARATOGA CLAY ARTS CENTER
UNPLUG & GET DIRTY! School’s out, summer’s here, it’s time to ramp up the fun at Saratoga Clay Arts Center! Summer 2023 brings an exciting series of clay programs for ages 6-16, taught by professional local artists/teachers and ranging in themes and techniques. Camps are open to all skill levels, beginning and up. Pinch pots, slab projects, wheel throwing, glazing, and firing techniques come together to provide each student with exciting new experiences, new skills and their clay creations to take home to use and share with friends and family. What could be better than playing with clay all summer?! Come unplug, make art, and make friends. Choose from several themed half-day week-long summer camps, with the option to put morning and afternoon camps together for a full day experience! Classes run July 3 – August 25. Come for one week or all eight. Visit saratogaclayarts.org for details.
167 Hayes Road, Schuylerville, NY 12871
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Phone #: 518-581-2529
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SKIDMORE SUMMER SPORTS CAMPS
Skidmore Summer Sports Camps are led by our award-winning coaching staff. Children learn the concept of teamwork while acquiring the necessary skills for their sport of choice. Choose from baseball, basketball, field hockey, ice hockey, lacrosse, soccer, swimming, and volleyball.
815 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
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Phone #: 518-580-8061
Email: [email protected]
SPORTIME SCHENECTADY SUMMER CAMPS
SPORTIME Camps offer children the finest in sports and activity programming, with experienced, qualified teachers/counselors and the safest, most attractive facility in the Capital Region. It is our belief that in order for children to learn, they must be placed in an environment that is safe, fun and challenging. The camp types offered include Preschool Camp (ages 3- 5), Multi-Sport Camp (ages 6-16), and Excel Tennis Camp (ages 9-17).
2699 Curry Road, Schenectady, NY 12303
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Phone #: 518-356-0100
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SUMMER CAMPS AT SARATOGA ARTS
Give your child the chance to explore the visual arts by signing them up now for Summer Camps @ Saratoga Arts.
This year we have developed new age-relevant deep dives into the world of visual art. Our youngest artists, Ages 6-9, will LOVE our themed camps such as Superhero week or Paper Picassos in our weekly half-day programs. Our budding artists, Ages 9-14, will enjoy an Immersive Artist Studio or exploration of specialize areas such as graphic design in our week or two-week programs. Our Serious Young Artist will dive into painting & drawing, collage & printmaking, or cartoon and stop-motion animation in these 2-week intensive programs.
Whether it’s for one week, two weeks or the whole summer, they’re sure to have fun while expanding their knowledge of the broad and diverse world of art.
SUMMER SONATINA PIANO CAMPS
For over half a century, Summer Sonatina has provided an enriching overnight piano camp experience for children ages 7-16. Lessons, practice sessions, and theory classes are alternated with fun summer camp activities and opportunities for making great piano camp friends. We will have four 1-week sessions from June 25 until July 22; campers may attend for up to 4 weeks.
“I love all the Sonatina people and the experience and how nice everyone is and how no one is judgmental and how you can improve on piano “ E.W.
“SSIPC has been my home away from home for over 10 years now. It’s my favorite place in the world because we are all so different, but we speak the same language; music.” C.H.
5 Catamount Ln, Bennington, VT 05201
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Phone #: 802-442-9197
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TAY FISHER’S FUNDAMENTAL BASKETBALL CAMP
Tay Fisher’s Fundamental Basketball Camp will provide your child with all the fundamental skills needed to be a great player and teammate. Tay Fisher was a stand out player for Siena College from 2004-2008. His 18 years of experience with camps and 10 years on the court and traveling around the world with The World Famous Harlem Globetrotters will come to life as he brings positivity and FUN to the game of basketball. Tay and his staff are committed to making sure your child walks away a better player but most importantly a better person.


THEATRE INSTITUTE AT SAGE SUMMER PROGRAMS
Kids on Stage Summer Camp!
Kids on Stage is a two-week, full day camp that encourages creativity and collaboration. Get your kids started with a skill they will need for the rest of their lives. Kids who improvise become better at communicating, better at taking responsibility, better at creative thinking, while building confidence and focus. And the best part is improv is FUN! Campers ages 5 – 7 use the skills they learn in camp to create an original show shared on the last day of camp. Tuition: $450
July 3 – 14, 2023 Monday – Friday, 9 am – 4 pm at Russell Sage College, Troy Campus
Summer on Stage Summer Camp!
This three-week, full-day summer camp in the performing arts emphasizes personal development, collaboration, creativity, commitment and fun. Summer on Stage includes daily classes in acting as well as a variety of theatre workshops including dance, voice, improvisation, stage combat, and backdrop painting. Campers collaborate with a teaching artist in an area of their choice and create an original performance piece presented on the final afternoon of the program. Tuition: $675
July 3 – 21, 2023 Monday – Friday, 9 am – 4 pm at Russell Sage College, Troy Campus
Extended care from 8–9 am and/or 4–5 pm available for an additional cost
Please Note: There is no camp on Tuesday, July 4, 2023.
Scholarship assistance available. Internships and apprenticeships available for older students.
Russell Sage College Troy Campus, 65 1st Street, Troy, NY 12180
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Heather Hamelin, Phone # 518-244-4504
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THE MUSIC STUDIO
Summer at The Music Studio means high-energy, short-term classes full of musical fun: songs, dances, games, and ensemble instrument play. Your child will build musical skills, make friends, and look forward to every single class. Visit our website for more information and be sure to sign up for a FREE Mini Music Class to experience our teaching in action during an unforgettable family outing.
1237 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205
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Phone #: 518-459-7799
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TAYLOR SCHOOL SUMMER CAMP
Registration for Taylor School Summer Camp is open for children ages 4 – 8. Come join us for swimming, outdoor play, arts and crafts, STEM and lots of fun in the SUN! Each week is theme-based as the children explore Culinary Creations, Jurassic World, Under the Sea and more. For more information, visit us at https://taylorschool.org/academics/summer or call 518-274-4994.
Pinewoods campus (PreK – Grade 4) 116 Pinewoods Avenue Troy, NY 12180
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Phone #: 518-274-4994
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TURNING POINTE DANCE CENTER
18 Hemlock Street, Latham, NY 12110
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Phone #: 518-783-1800
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VIA AQUARIUM
Schools out for summer, children in grades 1-6 can come explore VIA Aquarium during summer vacation! Campers will gain a deeper understanding of ocean life through activities and exploration!
Friday, July 14th – Shark Day
Friday, July 28th – Marine Invertebrates
Friday, August 11th – Animal Relationships
Friday, August 18th – Wonders of water
Friday, August 25th – Craft Day/End of Summer Extravaganza
93 West Campbell Road, Schenectady, NY 12306
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Phone #: 518-280-5100
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WOODLAND HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL
Summer at Woodland Hill begins with a deep respect for each child as an individual. Every day will include activities that promote learning in a fun and peaceful environment inspired by the Montessori Method. Summer 2023 registration opens on February 13th! Click here to learn more.
100 Montessori Place, North Greenbush, NY 12144
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Phone #: 518-283-5400
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WORLD AWARENESS CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
Summer Camp returns to WACM with 2 sessions in 2023 that are sure to be the highlight of your child’s summer! Explore the world during our Amazing Race Camp, July 24-28, and then get ready for a quest on the high seas with our Pirate Adventure Camp, August 21 – 25. Amazing Race Camp is intended for children 3rd-6th grade and our Pirate Adventure Camp is intended for children pre-k-2nd grade. Both camp programs are 9-5 daily and are limited to 9 children.
89 Warren Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801
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Phone #: (518)793-2773
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YOUNG ACTORS GUILD OF THE CAPITAL REGION
Join our award-winning theater program, now in our 34th year!
YAG has two great programs to offer this summer!
– 5-week Intensive Program (Includes classes and rehearsals Monday-Friday)
– 2nd Annual Classic literature Play at the Pruyn House! (Weeknight rehearsals)
Find more information or register at youngactorsguild.org
The mission of the Young Actors Guild is to encourage a child’s self-discovery, enhance their self-expression, stimulate their imagination and develop strong character. This is achieved by incorporating the highest ethical, moral, technical and artistic standards into a supportive community-based environment.
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Phone #: (518) 478-5326
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