Camp Guide 2016

Alton Jones Summer Camps
Arts, General, Nature & Farming
June 26-August 19/Weekly sessions/See website for details
401 Victory Highway, West Greenwich, RI 02817
401-874-8200

With 2,300 acres, a 75 acre lake, miles of trails and a nineteenth-century farm, the University of Rhode Island's Alton Jones Camp for ages 5-16 offers a big backyard for learning, exploring, adventure and fun. Day and overnight camps highlight nature, farming and outdoor skills. Activities include sailing, paddle boarding, canoeing, kayaking, swimming, exploring farm life, nature art, tree climbing, and more. At Alton Jones we pack a whole summer of adventure into one week. Early bird discounts available. American Camp Association Accredited.

Artists' Exchange Summer Camps
Academic, Arts, General
June 20th-August 26th – See website for complete listing of camps
50 Rolfe Square Cranston, RI
401-490-9475
www.artists-exchange.org/summercamps
Art Camps (Ages 8-13), Little Art Camps (Ages 5-7), Ceramic Camps (Ages 8-15), Stop Motion Camps (Ages 8-15), Theater Camps (Ages 8-13), Rock 'n' Roll Camp (Ages 9-15)
$228-$570, discounts available – See website for more information

Artists' Exchange offers the ultimate in affordable camps for the creative child. Art, Theater, Ceramics and Rock 'N' Roll camps are taught in our professional studios and black box theater, all located at 50 Rolfe Square in Cranston RI. Tried and true campers return year after year for awesome experiences. Our friendly staff of artist educators create a welcoming environment so each child is able to fully engage, build confidence, be creative and learn. Campers age 5 to age 15 can choose from a variety of 37 camps starting June 20 through August 26. Camp days run Monday through Friday, 9am-3pm with before and after-care available. Check out our website to find out how you can receive a 20% discount off your child's tuition by donating basic grocery store items.

None of our camps require previous experience. Check our website descriptions for age requirements, as they differ from camp to camp. Artists' Exchange's 2016 Summer Camps will run June 20th through August 26th. Camps run from 9am to 3pm with before and after care available. Camps start at $228.00 and run up to $570.00. Visit our website for pricing, descriptions and to find out how to receive up to 25% in discounts!

BEST HOOPS Basketball Camp at Bishop Hendricken High School - Warwick, RI
Sports
July 18-22, July 25-29, August 1-5. Monday - Friday: 9AM - 3PM.
Office Address: 27 Wellspring Drive Cranston, RI 02920
401-463-6490
www.besthoopsbasketballcamp.com
8-10/Grades 3-5, 11-13/Grades 6-11, 14-18/High School
$210/week (Family and Multi-Week Discounts Available)

* Now in Its 26th Year!
* With An Experienced Camp Staff of College, High School and Middle School Coaches.
* 3 Great Sessions at Southern New England's Top Instructional Basketball Camp for Boys & Girls.
* The High School Level has a more advanced schedule of instruction.
- Camp Directors -
Coach Steve Ceseretti & Coach Jamal Gomes

Bike Camp
General, Nature & Farming
6/27 - 8/19
50 Aleppo Street, Providence RI
469-708-9792
www.wrwc.org/gwybikecamp.php
Ages 8-14
$200

Bike Camp is held at the Red Shed Bike Shop in Riverside Park, 50 Aleppo Street, Providence, RI for youth ages 8-14 years old. It runs from 9am- 3pm, Monday- Friday. Lunch is provided. Every day includes lessons in bike mechanics and a great group ride! The week-long camps start on June 30th and run to mid-August. Sign up for one week or multiple weeks! And sign up now: there are only ten places available each week.

Boys & Girls Club of Newport County - Camp Grosvenor
Academic, Arts, General, Nature & Farming, Science & Tech, Sports
June 29th - August 19th
11 Miner Road, Saunderstown, RI 02874
401-847-6927
www.bgcnewport.org
Ages 5 - 14
$160 per Week - $300 for a Bi-Weekly Session

Set on 95 acres of pristine woodland along the beautiful Pettaquamscutt River in Saunderston, RI, Camp Grosvenor offers a myriad of outdoor learning and self-esteem building activities. With miles of scenic nature trails, well-maintained athletic fields, rugged obstacle and challenge courses, STEM activities, and a picturesque waterfront for boating and swimming, kids can create an experience of a lifetime!

Meals are provided. Transportation, extended days, and financial aid are available. DHS Assistance Accepted.

For additional information, please Contact Jake Crowell, the Camp & Rentals Director at 401-847-6927 ext. 123 or at jcrowel@bgcnewport.org

Brown Basketball Day Camp
Sports
June 27-30, August 8-11
Pizzitola Center, 235 Hope St, Providence, RI 02906
610-883-3771
www.brownbears.com
Grades 1-12
$250

Basketball camp for boys. 

Casey Farm Summer Camps
Nature & Farming
June 20-August 26/Weekly and Daily Sessions/ See website for details
2325 Boston Neck Road, Saunderstown RI 02874
401-295-1030
www.historicnewengland.org
Ages 3-12
$255 Week or $50 a day

During our week long camps campers experience work and play from a farmer’s point of view: helping care for our animal’s daily needs, collecting and washing eggs, watering the gardens, and having good old-fashioned fun. Children participate in farm-related crafts, games, and activities in our distinctive farm setting. In addition, throughout the week campers enjoy a hayride to Narrow River for supervised swim time at the waterfront, play historic games and make historic crafts, get hands-on experiences with our farm animals, hike to Narragansett Bay and hunt for crabs, and have fun in the sun. The week’s activities culminate in a fun-filled day of making ice cream, butter, candles, and soap, and participating in the ever-popular camp-wide Egg Drop.

Our one-day programs engage your child in fun farm activities highlighting the history and science of farming and farm life. Each day has its own specialized theme.

Coastal Studies for Girls
Academic, Nature & Farming, Science & Tech
July 11-15, July 18-22, July 25-29
Wolfe's Neck Road, Freeport, Maine
207-865-9700
www.coastalstudiesforgirls.org
Rising 6th -8th grade girls
$750 per session

Coastal Studies for Girls, a Science and Leadership Semester School on the Coast of Maine, offers 5-day overnight science and leadership camps for rising 6th, 7th and 8th grade girls. Expanding Coastal Connection and Leadership engages 7th and 8th grade girls in a deep inquiry of leadership and marine science. We will collect aquatic field data along the coast of Maine, all the while working with the program’s essential question, “How do I lead?” Coastal Connection- provides 6th and 7th grade girls science adventures along the rocky intertidal zone, day hikes in nearby state parks, and visits to several Marine Science facilities along the Maine coast.

Community Boating Center
Nature & Farming, Science & Tech, Sports
June 27- August 12/Two week sessions/See website for details
109 India Street, Providence, RI 02903
401-454-SAIL (7245)
www.communityboating.com
Ages 8-16
$560 for two weeks

Community Boating Center (CBC) is a 501c3 non-profit, offering all members of the community an opportunity to sail and paddle. Located in India Point Park, CBC provides outreach, sailing lessons and affordable access to the Providence waterfront. CBC offers two-week youth sailing camp sessions for summer starting June 27, July 11, July 25, and August 8. Classes meet Monday through Friday from 9 am - 3:30 pm in two age groups, 8-11 years old and 12-16 years old. Youth after-school programs, adult evening classes, waterfront “Sailebration” sailing parties and facility rentals, and youth scholarships also available. Learn more at www.communityboating.com.

Everwood Day Camp
Arts, General, Nature & Farming, Science & Tech, Sports
June 20th - August 26
125 Lakeview St., Sharon, MA
781-694-5829
www.EverwoodDayCamp.com
Ages 4 - 15
Fees Vary depending on number of weeks

Voted #1 Day Camp in Massachusetts, Everwood Day Camp is situated along the glistening shores of Lake Massapoag in Sharon, MA... only 30 minutes from Providence! Everwood offers campers from ages 4 to 15 a summer of adventure, sports, arts, and outdoor activities in a authentic New England summer camp environment that's uniquely suited to encourage their growth. At Everwood, campers experience all the fun and friendship of camp life, plus the support of a community that's committed to providing skills for life. We see the summer experience as an opportunity for learning 21st Century Skills including communication, collaboration, creativity and critical thinking, through the Camp experience. In addition to our pre-school and school-age programming, Everwood's Teen Leadership program imparts entering 9th and 10th graders with the skills and knowledge necessary to become successful leaders and adults. Transportation to and from the Providence INCLUDED in our tuition. Everwood Day Camp... This is the way summer is supposed to be.

Festival Ballet Providence Dance Camps
Arts
August 15-19
825 Hope Street Providence RI 02906
401-353-1129
festivalballetprovidence.org/school/Summer_Camps_Children.php
Ages 5-7 (Half-Day), 8-12 (Full-Day)
$175 (Half-Day), $300 (Full-Day)

Magical Dancer Camp (Ages 5-7) Half-Day(pm) - Students learn the story of a classical ballet while exploring movement, music, and using arts and crafts to create props related to the ballet. Create A Ballet (Ages 8-12) Full-Day - Students explore aspects of classical ballet and theater while creating their very own ballet. Students will create choreography, sets, and costumes

Festival Ballet Providence Open Classes
Arts
August 15-19
825 Hope Street Providence RI 02906
401-353-1129
festivalballetprovidence.org/school/Summer_Camps_Children.php
Ages 2.5-13
Fees Vary

Open classes for children (Ages 2.5-8): Weekly classes for introducing young children to the joy of movement and music; offered in 4-week sessions June 27-Aug. 20.

Open classes for young dancers (ages 8-13): For aspiring young dancers, these weekly classes in beginner/intermediate ballet, modern, and conditioning are a great way to stay in shape and maintain and develop ballet technique throughout the summer; offered in 4-week sessions June 27-Aug. 20.

Open classes for teens and adults: Learn a new art form, develop strength and flexibility, and gain confidence in an inclusive supportive atmosphere with our open adult classes. Multiple classes weekly offered June 27-Aug. 20; drop-in and 4-week sessions available.

French-American School Summer Camp
General
June 20 - July 15/Weekly sessions
75 John Street, Providence, RI
401-274-3325
www.fasri.org
Ages 4 - 12
$295/week. Discount for all four weeks!

Have summer fun, en français! This camp is open to students and nonstudents alike and offers the chance to expose your child to the French language and culture in a camp setting. Lots of fresh air and enriching activities each week, all led in French and English.

The Friends Academy Summer Programs
Academic, Arts, General, Science & Tech, Sports
June 13-August 5 Weekly sessions/See website for details
1088 Tucker Rd. North Dartmouth, MA 02747
508-999-1356
www.friendsacademy1810.org
3yr. old and up. Grades PS-9
Fees Vary

The Friends Academy Summer Programs offer a wide variety of camps for children in grades pre K through grade 9. Sports ranging from soccer, basketball, archery, ultimate frisbee, and fencing are offered. Our sports programs are run by individuals who know their sport, they are either top level players themselves, experienced coaches, often from the college level, or both. What's more important is that they know children, and fit comfortably into the role of coach, mentor, and friend. Our other offerings include Summer Friends, one of our most popular camps, which is comprised of small group themed weeks for children entering grades K-3, and Little Friends, an offering for our youngest campers, aged 3-5. Another extremely popular camp is Historical Doll camp, where each day focuses on a different time period of American History, with stories, crafts, food, games, and of course your favorite doll from the period. We offer Adventure and Survival Friends for grades 4-7, where students learn and practice various outdoor skills ranging from primitive fire building and how to make traps and snares, to canoeing, map and compass use, and outdoor cooking. Campers will also get to spend time on our twenty-one station ropes and challenge course. Songwriting, pottery, cupcake baking and design, pasta making, drama, jewelry making, woodworking, and graphic novels are only some of our creative camps. We have many different computer programming offerings ranging from mobile app development and video game development to robotics and stop motion animation. Everything is rounded out by our array of academic programs. These include a six week Orton-Gillingham program, a six week “Intensive Summer Math Review” and a six week Framing Your Thoughts program. Other academic camps include Hands on Math, a Creative Writing Workshop, Hands On History of the Civil War, The Art and Science of Nature, plus many more.

Gamm Summer Intensive
Arts
June 27-July 24/Weekdays and one weekend/See gammtheatre.org for details
172 Exchange St, Pawtucket
401-723-4266
www.gammtheatre.org
Ages 13-18/Incoming freshman-graduated seniors
June 27-July 24/Weekdays and one weekend/See gammtheatre.org for details
GSI 2016 Tuition: $860 Scholarships and financial aid are available.

Gamm Summer Intensive (GSI) is a professional theater training program for high-school students focused on studying and performing Shakespeare. It is for serious young actors looking to expand their skills in a professional setting, with high goals and expectations. Campers attend rigorous daily rehearsals, participate in workshops taught by working theater professionals in various fields, and perform in two Shakespeare productions. GSI is by audition only.

GSI Dates
Monday - Friday
June 27 - July 24
10am - 5pm

Public Performances
July 21 - 24

GSI 2016 Auditions
Friday March 18th, 2016 3pm-6pm
Saturday May 14th, 2016 10am-2pm

To reserve a 10 minute audition slot, contact Kate Hanson at (401) 723-4266 ext. 122 or kate@gammtheatre.org. Please bring a headshot and resume and prepare a 1-3 minute classical or Shakespearean monologue.

Girls Leadership Camp
General
June 27-July 1 @ Moses Brown School, Aug 1-5 @ Rocky Hill School
Locations in Providence and East Greenwich
401-265-2089
www.girlsleadershipcollaborative.com
2 divisions: 3rd-5th & 6th-8th
Fees Vary

A transformational camp experience for girls entering 3rd -8th grade. Hands-on leadership experience where participants will identify personal leadership styles and individual strengths while having fun in a supportive community. Create lasting friendships while participating in Outdoor challenges, ropes course (low and high), kayaking, scavenger hunt, yoga and so much more. Come develop your voice in an inclusive, supportive and exciting environment with other young leaders.

Lead the Way Field Hockey Summer Programs
Sports
See our website for a listing of summer programs
Locations at Brown and Rocky Hill School
401-419-6383
www.leadthewayfieldhockey.com
1st-12th grade
Price varies

New England's premier field hockey organization is offering summer programs for beginners (1st graders) to elite players up to 12th grade. Youth and Middle School Camp at Rocky Hill School, July 25- July 29, Mon-Fri 9:00-3:00 pm . This camp offers a great way for girls to learn and improve on their basic fundamental skills and learn advanced skills. Camper will also enjoy swimming, kayaking and team building. Middle School Clinic at Brown University, Aug 15-18, Mon-Thur 5:00-8:00 pm. High School Preseason Team Clinic, prepare as a team or individual for your upcoming fall season. Aug 15-18, Mon-Thur, 5:00-8:00 pm. High School Summer League at Brown University June 22-July 27. Visit our website for registration www.leadthewayfieldhockey.com

Moses Brown Summer Camps
Academic, Arts, General, Nature & Farming, Science & Tech, Sports
June 13 - August 5, 2016 weekly sessions - see website for details
250 Lloyd Avenue
401-831-7350, Ext. 150
www.mosesbrown.org/camps
3-17
Tuitions vary depending upon camp

Moses Brown has been in the camp business for over 50 great years! We offer day camping featuring traditional recreation camps (RISE, Preschool, Summer’s End), specialty camps (Camp Invention, Chess, Chez Innovation, Creative Computing!, Downcity Design: Build It, Girls Leadership Collaborative, Maritime Studies & Sailing), and several sports camps (Field Hockey, Football, Lacrosse, Lacrosse Goalie, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track & Field) for children ages 3-17 from June 13 through August 5, 2016. All camps are held on the beautiful Moses Brown campus in Providence, with the exception of Chez Innovation and Maritime Studies & Sailing; and include a dynamic mixture of arts, academics, music, design/build, invention, science, chess, swimming, and sports.

Tuitions vary depending upon camp and number of weeks. Busing is available for all campers from Barington and Southern RI for an additional fee. Extended daycare is available from 7:30-9:00 a.m. and 3:00-5:30 p.m. for an additional fee. Limited financial aid is available on a first-come basis.

RISD Young Artists
Arts
June 20-August 5/See website for details
2 College Street, Providence
401-454-6200
ce.risd.edu
Ages 6-17
Fees Vary

CLASSES ON THE RISD CAMPUS
Each half-day class provides a different imaginative environment in which kids and teens expand their creative minds and build technical skills. Students experience RISD’s unique facilities, and are taught by outstanding educators.

CAMPS ON THE RISD CAMPUS
Kids in full-day camps find inspiration in almost every corner of campus, whether painting outdoors or getting their hands dirty in the studios. Students experience the wonders of taxidermy and 3D microscopes at the Nature Lab, the astonishing artwork at the RISD Museum, the collection of pop-up, art and illustration books at the Library, and more! 

CAMPS AT THE RISD FARM
Full-day camps at Tillinghast Farm in Barrington merge the creativity of an art workshop with the amusement of summer camp. Young artists explore a range of art topics and techniques and find creative inspiration with visits to the beach, the woods and the rolling green hills.

South County Montessori School
General
1239 Tower Hill Road, North Kingstown
401-294-3575
www.southcountymontessori.org
PK - Grade 3
Fees Vary

Camps are only available to current Montessori Students.

Summer Enrichment Academy at Rocky Hill School
Academic, Arts, General, Nature & Farming, Science & Tech, Sports
June 20-August 12/weekly sessions
530 Ives Road, East Greenwich, RI 02818
401-884-9070 ext 171
www.rockyhill.org/sea
3-18
Fees vary

Rocky Hill School’s Summer Enrichment Academy (SEA) offers weeklong camps for children to learn and explore through a variety of experiences and opportunities. SEA is a safe and fun environment and offers both full and half-day programs, allowing children the opportunity to choose a number of exciting offerings.

Extended day options are available both before and after camp, giving families the flexibility to work around busy schedules. SEA is open to the public.

Summer J-Camp
General
June 20 - August 19
401 Elmgrove Avenue, Providence, RI
401-421-4111
www.jewishallianceri.org
Ages 2 - 15
Fees Vary

All are welcome at Summer J-Camp!
Our J-Camp programs feature age-appropriate activities led by experienced and knowledgeable staff who take great pride in providing your child with a warm and caring environment that fosters self-confidence, teamwork, and respect. J-Camp activities range from outdoor play, swimming, art projects, gymnastics, drama, cooking, field trips, and more. J-Camp will embrace a new holistic wellness curriculum for children called Discover CATCH (Coordinated Approach to Children’s Health). The program focuses on the importance of physical activity, health education, gardening, and healthy eating behaviors. As such, we will now provide healthy lunch and snacks for all campers on a daily basis!

Wickford Learn to Sail
Sports
June 20 - August 12/1 or 2 week sessions/See website for details
165 Pleasant Street, Wickford RI
401-294-2525
www.wickfordsailing.org
Ages 8-18
Fees vary

Sailing Instruction available for Beginners, Intermediates and Racers. Program runs 8 weeks during the summer, June 20 - August 12.

Beginners have the option of 1 or 2 week sessions, Full/Half Days and wrap around care is available. Fleet of boats consist of Optimist Prams and Club 420's. Small Keelboats are used for Adult classes on Monday evenings. Scholarship Grants are available - application deadline is May 15th.

The Wickford Sailing Association operates out of the Wickford Yacht Club (WYC) located at the end of Pleasant Street in Wickford (participants don't need to be a member of WYC).

For more info go to wickfordsailing.org, email wickfordsailing@gmail.com or call 401-294-2525.