Specialty Camp Offerings

Swim Camp (Grades K-8)

The Berkeley Carroll Swim Camp is designed for students entering grades K through 8 who are looking for an intensive but enjoyable aquatics program to start their summer vacation. Working under the guidance of experienced coaches, campers will work to improve their technique and endurance through drills and workouts both in and out of the pool. In addition to swimming instruction, students will participate in a regular camp program, with a special focus on physical education activities. The camp is open to students of all levels, but participants should be able to participate in 2-3 hours of sports activities each day. Students will be separated by age and skill level.

Youth Multisport (Grades K-8)

The Berkeley Carroll Youth Multisport Camp is designed for students entering grade K through 8 who are looking to develop their athletic and cooperation skills in a positive, fun, and organized learning atmosphere. Working under the guidance of experienced coaches, campers will explore a variety of different sports and games, including soccer, basketball, swimming and much more. Campers will learn the rules and essentials of each sport through drills, games and scrimmages. Each day will consist of training sessions both in Berkeley Carroll's gymnasium and pool. The camp is open to students of all levels, but participants should be able to participate in 2-3 hours of sports activities each day. Campers will be separated by age and skill level.

Gymstar: Circus Adventures (Grades K-3)

Circus Adventures - Where Kids CREATE the show! Learn Physical performance skills and circus arts including: Acrobatics, juggling (scarves, rings, and balls), hoop tricks, plate spinning, rolling globe, slack-rope, acro-balance and pyramid stunts just to name a few! We end every day with classic comedy and clown routines - often the favorite part of class! There will be a Circus Show for parents and friends on the final day of camp!

Puppetry & Toy Theater (Grades K-1)

In this one-week camp, children will learn the art of puppet making and toy theater. Participants will learn how to make their own puppets and use them in creating a show to be presented at the conclusion of the week. Campers will also work on the sets and props for that show and learn about different styles of puppetry. There will be a sharing session on the last day of the camp where families are invited to view the students' work.

Inventor Lab (Grades K-3)

In this course campers will explore do-it-yourself projects, engineering, experimenting, crafting and other discovery projects. Students will learn how to use a variety of tools to create unique items based on their imagination. These creations will be made out of wood, recycled materials, cardboard and more. Throughout this program students will gain experience with the design thinking process. They will also strengthen their problem solving skills with daily challenges.

Papier-Mache Makers (Grades 2-4)

In this project-based camp, children will design and make their own papier-mache creations! Campers will learn the centuries-old technique of transforming paper strips into a sculpture. They will work collaboratively and individually to make variety of three-dimensional objects, such as animals and masks. Campers will also enjoy free-choice art activities, swim lessons, and yard time each day. Families will be invited to view the campers’ projects in an end-of-week art show.

Rock Band (Grades 2-4)

Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a rock star or wondered what specific skills you need to be in a band? In this camp, children will learn to play and sing various rock songs and learn what it takes to perform and make music. Campers will learn the reasons why and how the songs work, become more informed listeners and develop performance skills on instruments and also do some vocal training. While no experience is required to participate, some background with singing or an instrument may be helpful. Campers will perform for families on the final day of camp. This camp is taught by Tristan McCoppin, performer and music educator at the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music.

Geometric Art: Ode to Polygons (Grades 2-4)

Geometric Art is a project-based learning camp where students will explore the beautiful, symbiotic relationship of art and math. For one week, campers will use their artistic and mathematical skills to create physical and digital pieces of abstract, geometric art using materials such as gum balls, marshmallows, and toothpicks, and the Geometer's Sketchpad, an interactive geometry program where campers can create digital kaleidoscopes and tessellations. In this week, students will explore how artists such as Kandinsky and Mondrian use geometric shapes to create beautiful works of art!

Basketball (Grades 1-4)

The Berkeley Carroll Basketball Camp is designed for children entering grades 1 through 4 who are looking for an intensive but enjoyable training program. Working under the guidance of experienced coaches, campers will focus on a different basketball fundamental each day, including shooting, passing, footwork, etc. Participants will be divided into groups based on age and experience. Each day will consist of training sessions both in Berkeley Carroll's gymnasium and pool. The camp is open to students of all levels, but participants should be able to participate in 2-3 hours of sports activities each day.

Puppetry & Toy Theater (Grades K-1)

In this one-week camp, children will learn the art of puppet making and toy theater. Participants will learn how to make their own puppets and use them in creating a show to be presented at the conclusion of the week. Campers will also work on the sets and props for that show and learn about different styles of puppetry. There will be a sharing session on the last day of the camp where families are invited to view the students' work.

Inventor Lab (Grades K-3)

In this course campers will explore do-it-yourself projects, engineering, experimenting, crafting and other discovery projects. Students will learn how to use a variety of tools to create unique items based on their imagination. These creations will be made out of wood, recycled materials, cardboard and more. Throughout this program students will gain experience with the design thinking process. They will also strengthen their problem solving skills with daily challenges.

Papier-Mache Makers (Grades 2-4)

In this project-based camp, children will design and make their own papier-mache creations! Campers will learn the centuries-old technique of transforming paper strips into a sculpture. They will work collaboratively and individually to make variety of three-dimensional objects, such as animals and masks. Campers will also enjoy free-choice art activities, swim lessons, and yard time each day. Families will be invited to view the campers’ projects in an end-of-week art show.

Geometric Art: 3-D Creations (Grades 2-4)

Geometric Art is a project-based learning camp where students will explore the beautiful, symbiotic relationship of art and math. For one week, campers will use their artistic and mathematical skills to create physical and digital pieces of abstract, geometric art using materials such as gum balls, marshmallows, and toothpicks, and the Geometer's Sketchpad, an interactive geometry program where campers can create digital kaleidoscopes and tessellations. In this week, students will build and decorate amazing three-dimensional mobiles such as stellated dodecahedrons (12-pointed stars)!

Child's Play NY: Adventure Series (Grades K-2)

Child's Play NY offers weekly school-year classes, summer intensives and in-school residencies. Young people learn the craft of acting and in doing so, cultivate self-expression and artistry. The jubilant energy of imagination is explored in a supportive and nurturing environment. Little players are empowered to move, sing and act their way through classic and contemporary children’s literature and create their own adventures. These camps help kids explore empathy, learn to collaborate and boost their self-esteem in a fun, joyous environment. Come play with us!

Warm-up your fairy gibberish, dust off your wings and polish those dragon-taming tools. Join us in this enchantment-filled exploration of mythical beings where we use legends from around the world to create our original plays as magical creatures!

Soccer (Grades 1-4)

This camp is designed for children entering grades 1 through 4 who are looking for an intensive but enjoyable training program. Working under the guidance of experienced coaches, campers will focus on a different soccer fundamentals each day. Participants will be divided into groups based on age and experience. Each day will consist of training sessions both in Berkeley Carroll's gymnasium and pool. The camp is open to students of all levels, but participants should be able to participate in 2-3 hours of sports activities each day.

Graphic Design (Grades 3-4)

This course teaches students to create and edit images using digital tools like Adobe Photoshop. Students will learn how colors, shapes, words, and photos combine to make beautiful designs that express ideas. We’ll share our designs with each other and talk about why we like them. We’ll explore how digital images are used in the real world, on t-shirts, posters, websites, and more, and at the end, we’ll display our creations in print or online. This course is taught by Zak Greene, an independent designer, web developer, and teacher. He started learning how to use Photoshop and other tools when he was a kid, and his interest led him to the Rhode Island School of Design, where he studied Graphic Design.

Inventor Lab (Grades K-3)

In this course campers will explore do-it-yourself projects, engineering, experimenting, crafting and other discovery projects. Students will learn how to use a variety of tools to create unique items based on their imagination. These creations will be made out of wood, recycled materials, cardboard and more. Throughout this program students will gain experience with the design thinking process. They will also strengthen their problem solving skills with daily challenges.

Geometric Art: Kaleidoscope & Tangram Art (Grades 2-4)

Geometric Art is a project-based learning camp where students will explore the beautiful, symbiotic relationship of art and math. For one week, campers will use their artistic and mathematical skills to create physical and digital pieces of abstract, geometric art using materials such as gum balls, marshmallows, and toothpicks, and the Geometer's Sketchpad, an interactive geometry program where campers can create digital kaleidoscopes and tessellations. In this week, students will explore and solve Tangram puzzles, plus create one-of-a-kind Tangram and Kaleidoscope art!

Adventures in Spanish: Food Art (Grades K-1)

Berkeley Carroll´s Spanish Immersion Summer Camp offers fun and engaging experiences that are rooted in the mission to foster global thinking. The main focus of the camp is to create an immersion environment, where campers are encouraged to explore and use Spanish in a real-world context. Campers will be exposed to various activities such as cooking, dancing, arts and crafts, acting reading, movement and free play that help facilitate their second language acquisition. Campers will have the opportunity to showcase their newly acquired language skills to their families at the end of each session. In this week, campers will make art using a variety of foods in order to learn the vocabulary. Real food will be available for tasting and studying while creating art pieces.

Introduction to Computer Graphics (Grades 1-2)

This course lets students try digital tools to explore illustration and design. Students will learn how to combine colors, shapes, and lines to express ideas. We’ll share our creations with each other and talk about what they make us think about and feel. We’ll explore how digital images are used in the real world, on t-shirts, posters, websites, and more, and at the end, we’ll print something of our own to take away. This course is taught by Zak Greene, an independent designer, web developer, and teacher. He started learning how to use Photoshop and other tools when he was a kid, and his interest led him to the Rhode Island School of Design, where he studied Graphic Design.

Youth Multisport (Grades 1-4)

The Berkeley Carroll Youth Multisport Camp is designed for children looking to develop their athletic and cooperation skills in a positive, fun, and organized learning atmosphere. Working under the guidance of experienced coaches, campers will explore a variety of different sports and games, including soccer, basketball, swimming and t-ball. Campers will learn the rules and essentials of each sport through drills, games and scrimmages. Each day will consist of training sessions both in Berkeley Carroll's gymnasium and pool. The camp is open to students of all levels, but participants should be able to participate in 2-3 hours of sports activities each day.

Graphic Design (Grades 3-4)

This course teaches students to create and edit images using digital tools like Adobe Photoshop. Students will learn how colors, shapes, words, and photos combine to make beautiful designs that express ideas. We’ll share our designs with each other and talk about why we like them. We’ll explore how digital images are used in the real world, on t-shirts, posters, websites, and more, and at the end, we’ll display our creations in print or online. This course is taught by Zak Greene, an independent designer, web developer, and teacher. He started learning how to use Photoshop and other tools when he was a kid, and his interest led him to the Rhode Island School of Design, where he studied Graphic Design.

Geometric Art: Never Ending Patterns (Grades 2-4)

Geometric Art is a project-based learning camp where students will explore the beautiful, symbiotic relationship of art and math. For one week, campers will use their artistic and mathematical skills to create physical and digital pieces of abstract, geometric art using materials such as gum balls, marshmallows, and toothpicks, and the Geometer's Sketchpad, an interactive geometry program where campers can create digital kaleidoscopes and tessellations. Fractals are never-ending patterns all around us—our circulatory systems, tree branches, lightning, broccoli, and so much more! In this week, students will explore fractals in nature and create fractal works of art such as fractal trees, Sierpinski triangles and carpets, and Flowers of Life!

Adventures in Spanish: Zoo Animals (Grades K-1)

Berkeley Carroll´s Spanish Immersion Summer Camp offers fun and engaging experiences that are rooted in the mission to foster global thinking. The main focus of the camp is to create an immersion environment, where campers are encouraged to explore and use Spanish in a real-world context. Campers will be exposed to various activities such as cooking, dancing, arts and crafts, acting reading, movement and free play that help facilitate their second language acquisition. Campers will have the opportunity to showcase their newly acquired language skills to their families at the end of each session. During this session, our campers will learn about the zoo. They will discover the different kinds of animals that can be found at the zoo as well as how to describe their characteristics. The children will learn how to describe these animals in conversation with others and will engage in activities such as art, acting, singing, and role-playing.

Summer Science: Wind, Water, Weather (Grades 2-4)

What’s the difference between weather and climate? What is the water cycle? This camp will introduce campers to the Earth’s weather system. Explore the power of the sun, race paper airplanes, make condensation in a recycled bag, and more! Using the aspects of STEAM, children will learn about wind and water systems using hands-on learning activities and take-home art projects. This camp is sure to blow you away!

Eco-Designers (Grades K-1)

This innovative camp will allow campers to get creative and work with their hands, while learning the principles of recycling and "upcycling." Think twice before you throw out those chopsticks or corks! Campers will use everyday materials, otherwise destined for the landfill, and give them a second life as amazing art and engineering projects. Through the process of repurposing chip bags, squeeze pouches, and much more, campers will learn why "one person's trash is another person's treasure!"

Introduction to Computer Graphics (Grades 1-2)

This course lets students try digital tools to explore illustration and design. Students will learn how to combine colors, shapes, and lines to express ideas. We’ll share our creations with each other and talk about what they make us think about and feel. We’ll explore how digital images are used in the real world, on t-shirts, posters, websites, and more, and at the end, we’ll print something of our own to take away. This course is taught by Zak Greene, an independent designer, web developer, and teacher. He started learning how to use Photoshop and other tools when he was a kid, and his interest led him to the Rhode Island School of Design, where he studied Graphic Design.

Campers will be introduced to the game of tennis using USTA's Ten and Under Tennis methodology. This approach involves using a smaller court, slower balls, and racquets sized for small hands. Children will spend half their day on tennis training, and will enjoy regular camp activities such as swimming and arts and crafts for the remainder of the day.

Through the basic tenets of STEM, planning, exploring, revising and redoing, students will use a variety of materials to learn more about the world that surrounds us. Campers will work together to create their very own model city, including the ideal elements and improvements they they think cities need.

Biology Buddies (Grades K-1)

In this camp, students will participate in hands-on activities involving the major concepts of Biology- the study of life. Topics include the plants, animals and their habitats, cells, and more. Explore membranes with a rubber egg, understand variation through a butterfly scavenger hunt, and participate in fun take-home art projects. This camp will be a cause for "cell-ebration!"

Geometric Art: Tessellation Art (Grades 2-4)

Geometric Art is a project-based learning camp where students will explore the beautiful, symbiotic relationship of art and math. For one week, campers will use their artistic and mathematical skills to create physical and digital pieces of abstract, geometric art using materials such as gum balls, marshmallows, and toothpicks, and the Geometer's Sketchpad, an interactive geometry program where campers can create digital kaleidoscopes and tessellations. Tessellations are all around us—in nature, fine art, and in everyday life! Students will explore and create their own intricate works of tessellation art inspired by artist and mathematician M.C. Escher.

Adventures in Spanish: Travel and Culture (Grades 2-3)

Berkeley Carroll´s Spanish Immersion Summer Camp offers fun and engaging experiences that are rooted in the mission to foster global thinking. The main focus of the camp is to create an immersion environment, where campers are encouraged to explore and use Spanish in a real-world context. Campers will be exposed to various activities such as cooking, dancing, arts and crafts, acting reading, movement and free play that help facilitate their second language acquisition. Campers will have the opportunity to showcase their newly acquired language skills to their families at the end of each session. Through imaginary play, students will pretend to travel to different Spanish speaking cities to practice Spanish and learn about different countries while creating their own travel suitcases and passports to travel.

Child's Play NY: Make a Musical (Grades K-3)

Child's Play NY offers weekly school-year classes, summer intensives and in-school residencies. Young people learn the craft of acting and in doing so, cultivate self-expression and artistry. The jubilant energy of imagination is explored in a supportive and nurturing environment. Self-expression and artistry are the name of the game! Campers spend the week exploring beloved musicals through improvisation, dance and music. Led by professionally-trained actors, kids flex their imaginative muscles and learn the basics of vocal warm-ups, character development, singing and choreography. The final show of songs and games is a treat for all!

Make a Musical: Frozen Adventures

Students will really “Let it Go!” in this musical theater class that will have them singing and dancing their way into winter! Drawing inspiration from the original Snow Queen fairy tale as well as the popular Frozen films, kids will generate their own original script. Theater games and improvs will have them racing reindeer, building snowmen and belting out loud to save the kingdom from an everlasting winter! Their story and songs will be presented in a show on the last day of camp.

Campers will be introduced to the game of tennis using USTA's Ten and Under Tennis methodology. This approach involves using a smaller court, slower balls, and racquets sized for small hands. Children will spend half their day on tennis training, and will enjoy regular camp activities such as swimming and arts and crafts for the remainder of the day.

In this camp, students will explore a range of bookmaking techniques. We’ll get inspired by our favorite picture books, accordion books, and bound books, and children will experiment with a range of art supplies and materials to create each of their books. At the end the camp, we will celebrate with a book party for families to see student creations.

Chemistry Campers (Grades 2-4)

This camp will focus on the fundamental concepts of Chemistry- the study of matter. Campers will explore the types of matter, their properties, and the reactions they can undergo. Explore chemical separations with chromatography butterflies, produce chemical reactions by making slime, write a cryptic message using the acid of a lemon, and more! This camp is sure to get a positive reaction from all campers!

Geometric Art: Mandalas (Grades 2-4)

Geometric Art is a project-based learning camp where students will explore the beautiful, symbiotic relationship of art and math. For one week, campers will use their artistic and mathematical skills to create physical and digital pieces of abstract, geometric art using materials such as gum balls, marshmallows, and toothpicks, and the Geometer's Sketchpad, an interactive geometry program where campers can create digital kaleidoscopes and tessellations. Students will create their very own mandala coloring book! Drawing and coloring your own unique mandalas are a wonderful way to relax and explore your creative and mathematical side!

Adventures in Spanish: Movement and Games (Grades 2-3)

Berkeley Carroll´s Spanish Immersion Summer Camp offers fun and engaging experiences that are rooted in the mission to foster global thinking. The main focus of the camp is to create an immersion environment, where campers are encouraged to explore and use Spanish in a real-world context. Campers will be exposed to various activities such as cooking, dancing, arts and crafts, acting reading, movement and free play that help facilitate their second language acquisition. Campers will have the opportunity to showcase their newly acquired language skills to their families at the end of each session. During this session, our campers will learn Spanish through play. We will encourage and engage and cultivate campers’ love of play. Our campers will engage in conversation topics, learn new vocabulary and learn Spanish and Latin American traditional games and dances. Through creative games, campers will feel comfortable to engage and communicate in Spanish. By the end of the session, students can demonstrate how to play traditional games.

Child's Play NY: Make a Musical (Grades K-3)

Child's Play NY offers weekly school-year classes, summer intensives and in-school residencies. Young people learn the craft of acting and in doing so, cultivate self-expression and artistry. The jubilant energy of imagination is explored in a supportive and nurturing environment. Self-expression and artistry are the name of the game! Campers spend the week exploring beloved musicals through improvisation, dance and music. Led by professionally-trained actors, kids flex their imaginative muscles and learn the basics of vocal warm-ups, character development, singing and choreography. The final show of songs and games is a treat for all!

Make a Musical: Moana + Myth

Gymstar Gymnastics (Grades K-3)

Gymstar's camps are action-packed with exciting skills to learn and movement routines that motivate and challenge! Each day begins with a warm-up with lively music, and conditioning with cross mat tumbling. Then our campers are led through an obstacle course of Gymnastic & Circus skills as they master the challenges in their paths; all while having TREMENDOUS AMOUNTS OF FUN! There will be a sharing session on the last day of the camp where families are invited to view the students' work.

Strategy Lab (Grades 2-4)

Do you want to learn to play chess and other strategy board games? In Strategy Lab, we'll teach campers the skills to take on any opponent. Strategy Lab will foster friendly competition and develop logical thinking in and out of the game. Campers will try their hand at chess, Connect Four, checkers and other exciting games. Strategy Lab will be taught by Nick Gravelle, who currently teaches in Berkeley Carroll's after school program, and has taught chess for five years at The Fencer's Club Summer Academy.

Marine Science (Grades 2-4)

What is Marine Biology? Why is the ocean so important to us? Campers will ponder these questions as they participate in hands on activities including identifying marine organisms, exploring oysters and their importance in the Hudson River, and discussing the ways in which we can make our oceans a cleaner, safer place for humans and animals alike. If your child has a passion for marine life, this camp is sure to make a splash!

Creative Builders (Grades 1-3)

Do you like to build with different materials? In Creative Builders camp, kids will be presented with fun building challenges. They will make their own designs and build towers, forts, houses, boats, and more. Our builders will experiment with cardboard, straws, pipe cleaners, marshmallows, wood, and other recycled materials. Campers will work through the creative process, collaborate, take risks, and strengthen their problem solving skills. On the final day, campers will have the opportunity to showcase a building of their choice to families and friends! Creative Builders camp is taught by Berkeley Carroll's Associate Teacher Andrea Santin.

Sculpture Mania (Grades 2-4)

Campers will create multiple projects during this week-long exploration of sculpture. We will use a variety of clays including water-based, air-dry, and oven-bake to create works of art. There will be a large focus on the hand-on aspect of sculpture and play with projects that focus the form and function of a sculpture. Young artists will learn how to display their artwork for a gallery showing at the end of the week and take home their beautiful works of art!

Child's Play NY: Make a Musical (Grades K-3)

Child's Play NY offers weekly school-year classes, summer intensives and in-school residencies. Young people learn the craft of acting and in doing so, cultivate self-expression and artistry. The jubilant energy of imagination is explored in a supportive and nurturing environment. Self-expression and artistry are the name of the game! Campers spend the week exploring beloved musicals through improvisation, dance and music. Led by professionally-trained actors, kids flex their imaginative muscles and learn the basics of vocal warm-ups, character development, singing and choreography. The final show of songs and games is a treat for all!

Make a Musical: Once Upon a Time

Join us as we go “Into the Woods” to reverse the curse of an enchantress, and connect the dots of our fairy tales through song and dance. Singing songs as Cinderella, Jack, and Little Red, we’ll work together to climb beanstalks, wear glass slippers to a ball, and adventure to grandmother’s house. Campers create an original story, which will be presented in a show on the last day of camp.

Adventures in Spanish

Berkeley Carroll´s Spanish Immersion Summer Camp offers fun and engaging experiences that are rooted in the mission to foster global thinking. The main focus of the camp is to create an immersion environment, where campers are encouraged to explore and use Spanish in a real-world context. Campers will be exposed to various activities such as cooking, dancing, arts and crafts, acting reading, movement and free play that help facilitate their second language acquisition. Campers will have the opportunity to showcase their newly acquired language skills to their families at the end of each session. Campers will also regularly enjoy swimming lessons at BC's pool. Campers can participate in one or multiple weeks of the program.

Spanish Camp: Food Art

In this week, campers will make art using a variety of foods in order to learn the vocabulary. Real food will be available for tasting and studying while creating art pieces.

Dates: July 13 - 17
Grades: K - 1

Spanish Camp: Zoo Animals

During this session, our campers will learn about the zoo. They will discover the different kinds of animals that can be found at the zoo as well as how to describe their characteristics. The children will learn how to describe these animals in conversation with others and will engage in activities such as art, acting, singing, and role-playing.

Dates: July 20 - 24
Grades: K - 1

Spanish Camp: Travel and Culture

Through imaginary play, students will pretend to travel to different Spanish speaking cities to practice Spanish and learn about different countries while creating their own travel suitcases and passports to travel.

Dates: August 3 - 7
Grades: 2 - 3

Spanish Camp: Movement and Games

During this session, our campers will learn Spanish through play. We will encourage and engage and cultivate campers’ love of play. Our campers will engage in conversation topics, learn new vocabulary and learn Spanish and Latin American traditional games and dances. Through creative games, campers will feel comfortable to engage and communicate in Spanish. By the end of the session, students can demonstrate how to play traditional games.

Dates: July 22 - 26
Grades: 2 - 3

Child's Play NY: Make a Musical

Child's Play NY offers weekly school-year classes, summer intensives and in-school residencies. Young people learn the craft of acting and in doing so, cultivate self-expression and artistry. The jubilant energy of imagination is explored in a supportive and nurturing environment. Self-expression and artistry are the name of the game! Campers spend the week exploring beloved musicals through improvisation, dance and music. Led by professionally-trained actors, kids flex their imaginative muscles and learn the basics of vocal warm-ups, character development, singing and choreography. The final show of songs and games is a treat for all!

Make a Musical: Frozen Adventures

Students will really “Let it Go!” in this musical theater class that will have them singing and dancing their way into winter! Drawing inspiration from the original Snow Queen fairy tale as well as the popular Frozen films, kids will generate their own original script. Theater games and improvs will have them racing reindeer, building snowmen and belting out loud to save the kingdom from an everlasting winter! Their story and songs will be presented in a show on the last day of camp.

Grades: K-3

Mythology & magic come alive in this magical, Moana-inspired class. Come travel with us beyond the reef to save the heart of our island! We dive into the "realm of monsters", and shape-shift with our favorite demi-god, as we bravely find the hero inside us! We'll craft a magical fish-hook and sing as Moana and Maui with live accompaniment! Campers will learn other pacific island myths and legends to fuel their adventures. Their story and songs will be presented in a show on the last day of camp.

Grades: K-3

Join us as we go “Into the Woods” to reverse the curse of an enchantress, and connect the dots of our fairy tales through song and dance. Singing songs as Cinderella, Jack, and Little Red, we’ll work together to climb beanstalks, wear glass slippers to a ball, and adventure to grandmother’s house. Campers create an original story, which will be presented in a show on the last day of camp.

Grades: K-3

Child's Play NY: Adventure Series

Child's Play NY offers weekly school-year classes, summer intensives and in-school residencies. Young people learn the craft of acting and in doing so, cultivate self-expression and artistry. The jubilant energy of imagination is explored in a supportive and nurturing environment. Little players are empowered to move, sing and act their way through classic and contemporary children’s literature and create their own adventures. These camps help kids explore empathy, learn to collaborate and boost their self-esteem in a fun, joyous environment. Come play with us!

Warm-up your fairy gibberish, dust off your wings and polish those dragon-taming tools. Join us in this enchantment-filled exploration of mythical beings where we use legends from around the world to create our original plays as magical creatures!

Grades: K-2

Rock Band

Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a rock star or wondered what specific skills you need to be in a band? In this camp, children will learn to play and sing various rock songs and learn what it takes to perform and make music. Campers will learn the reasons why and how the songs work, become more informed listeners and develop performance skills on instruments and do some vocal training. While no experience is required to participate, some background with singing or an instrument may be helpful. Campers will perform for families on the final day of camp. This camp is taught by Tristan McCoppin, performer and music educator at the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music.

Dates: June 29 - July 2
Grades: 2-4

Puppetry & Toy Theater

In this one-week camp, children will learn the art of puppet making and toy theater. Participants will learn how to make their own puppets and use them in creating a show to be presented at the conclusion of the week. Campers will also work on the sets and props for that show and learn about different styles of puppetry. There will be a sharing session on the last day of the camp where families are invited to view the students' work.

Dates: June 29 - July 2 & July 6 - 10
Grades: K-1

Inventor Lab

In this course campers will explore do-it-yourself projects, engineering, experimenting, crafting and other discovery projects. Students will learn how to use a variety of tools to create unique items based on their imagination. These creations will be made out of wood, recycled materials, cardboard and more. Throughout this program students will gain experience with the design thinking process. They will also strengthen their problem solving skills with daily challenges.

Dates: June 29 - July 2; July 6 - 10; & July 13 - 17
Grades: K-3

Eco-Designers

This innovative camp will allow campers to get creative and work with their hands, while learning the principles of recycling and "upcycling." Think twice before you throw out those chopsticks or corks! Campers will use everyday materials, otherwise destined for the landfill, and give them a second life as amazing art and engineering projects. Through the process of repurposing chip bags, squeeze pouches, and much more, campers will learn why "one person's trash is another person's treasure!"

Dates: July 20 - 24
Grades: K-1

Strategy Lab

Do you want to learn to play chess and other strategy board games? In Strategy Lab, we'll teach campers the skills to take on any opponent. Strategy Lab will foster friendly competition and develop logical thinking in and out of the game. Campers will try their hand at chess, Connect Four, checkers and other exciting games. Strategy Lab will be taught by Nick Gravelle, who currently teaches in Berkeley Carroll's after school program, and has taught chess for five years at The Fencer's Club Summer Academy.

Dates: August 10 - 14
Grades: 2-4

Chemistry Campers

This camp will focus on the fundamental concepts of Chemistry- the study of matter. Campers will explore the types of matter, their properties, and the reactions they can undergo. Explore chemical separations with chromatography butterflies, produce chemical reactions by making slime, write a cryptic message using the acid of a lemon, and more! This camp is sure to get a positive reaction from all campers!

Dates: August 3 - 7
Grades: 2-4

Biology Buddies

In this camp, students will participate in hands-on activities involving the major concepts of Biology- the study of life. Topics include the plants, animals and their habitats, cells, and more. Explore membranes with a rubber egg, understand variation through a butterfly scavenger hunt, and participate in fun take-home art projects. This camp will be a cause for "cell-ebration!"

Dates: July 27 - 31
Grades: K-1

Summer Science: Wind, Water, Weather

What’s the difference between weather and climate? What is the water cycle? This camp will introduce campers to the Earth’s weather system. Explore the power of the sun, race paper airplanes, make condensation in a recycled bag, and more! Using the aspects of STEAM, children will learn about wind and water systems using hands-on learning activities and take-home art projects. This camp is sure to blow you away!

Dates: July 20 - 24
Grades: 2-4

Marine Science

What is Marine Biology? Why is the ocean so important to us? Campers will ponder these questions as they participate in hands on activities including identifying marine organisms, exploring oysters and their importance in the Hudson River, and discussing the ways in which we can make our oceans a cleaner, safer place for humans and animals alike. If your child has a passion for marine life, this camp is sure to make a splash!

Dates: August 10 - 14
Grades: 2-4

Geometric Art

Geometric Art is a project-based learning camp where students will explore the beautiful, symbiotic relationship of art and math. For one week, campers will use their artistic and mathematical skills to create physical and digital pieces of abstract, geometric art using materials such as gum balls, marshmallows, toothpicks, and the Geometer's Sketchpad, and interactive geometry program where campers can create digital kaleidoscopes and tessellations. As always, campers will enjoy swim leassons at BC's pool, yard time, and plenty of creative free-choice time. Geometric Art is taught by Berkeley Carroll's fourth grade teacher, Samara Gation.

Ode to Polygons: June 29 - July 2

3-D Creations: July 6 - 10

Kaleidoscope & Tangram Art: July 13 - 17

Never Ending Patterns: July 20 - 24

Tessellation Art: July 27 - 31

Mandalas: August: 3 - 7

All Geometric Art camps are for grades 2-4

Creative Builders

Do you like to build with different materials? In Creative Builders camp, kids will be presented with fun building challenges. They will make their own designs and build towers, forts, houses, boats, and more. Our builders will experiment with cardboard, straws, pipe cleaners, marshmallows, wood, and other recycled materials. Campers will work through the creative process, collaborate, take risks, and strengthen their problem solving skills. On the final day, campers will have the opportunity to showcase a building of their choice to families and friends! Creative Builders camp is taught by Berkeley Carroll's Associate Teacher Andrea Santin.

Dates: August 10 - 14
Grades: 1-3

Graphic Design

This course teaches students to create and edit images using digital tools like Adobe Photoshop. Students will learn how colors, shapes, words, and photos combine to make beautiful designs that express ideas. We’ll share our designs with each other and talk about why we like them. We’ll explore how digital images are used in the real world, on t-shirts, posters, websites, and more, and at the end, we’ll display our creations in print or online. This course is taught by Zak Greene, an independent designer, web developer, and teacher. He started learning how to use Photoshop and other tools when he was a kid, and his interest led him to the Rhode Island School of Design, where he studied Graphic Design.

Dates: July 13 - 17 & July 20 - 24
Grades: 3-4

Through the basic tenets of STEM, planning, exploring, revising and redoing, students will use a variety of materials to learn more about the world that surrounds us. Campers will work together to create their very own model city, including the ideal elements and improvements they they think cities need.

Dates: July 27 - 31
Grades: 2-4

Introduction to Computer Graphics

This course lets students try digital tools to explore illustration and design. Students will learn how to combine colors, shapes, and lines to express ideas. We’ll share our creations with each other and talk about what they make us think about and feel. We’ll explore how digital images are used in the real world, on t-shirts, posters, websites, and more, and at the end, we’ll print something of our own to take away. This course is taught by Zak Greene, an independent designer, web developer, and teacher. He started learning how to use Photoshop and other tools when he was a kid, and his interest led him to the Rhode Island School of Design, where he studied Graphic Design.

Dates: July 13 - 17 & July 20 - 24
Grades: 1-2

Swim Camp

The Berkeley Carroll Swim Camp is designed for students entering grades K through 8 who are looking for an intensive but enjoyable aquatics program to start their summer vacation. Working under the guidance of experienced coaches, campers will work to improve their technique and endurance through drills and workouts both in and out of the pool. In addition to swimming instruction, students will participate in a regular camp program, with a special focus on physical education activities. The camp is open to students of all levels, but participants should be able to participate in 2-3 hours of sports activities each day.

Dates: June 15 - 19
Grades: K-8

Basketball

The Berkeley Carroll Basketball Camp is designed for children entering grades 1 through 4 who are looking for an intensive but enjoyable training program. Working under the guidance of experienced coaches, campers will focus on a different basketball fundamental each day, including shooting, passing, footwork, etc. Participants will be divided into groups based on age and experience. Each day will consist of training sessions both in Berkeley Carroll's gymnasium and pool. The camp is open to students of all levels, but participants should be able to participate in 2-3 hours of sports activities each day.

Dates: July 6 - 10
Grades: 1-4

Gymstar Gymnastics

Gymstar's camps are action-packed with exciting skills to learn and movement routines that motivate and challenge! Each day begins with a warm-up with lively music, and conditioning with cross mat tumbling. Then our campers are led through an obstacle course of Gymnastic & Circus skills as they master the challenges in their paths; all while having TREMENDOUS AMOUNTS OF FUN! There will be a sharing session on the last day of the camp where families are invited to view the students' work.

Dates: August 10 - 14
Grades: K-3

Gymstar: Circus Adventures

Circus Adventures - Where Kids CREATE the show! Learn Physical performance skills and circus arts including: Acrobatics, juggling (scarves, rings, and balls), hoop tricks, plate spinning, rolling globe, slack-rope, acro-balance and pyramid stunts just to name a few! We end every day with classic comedy and clown routines - often the favorite part of class! There will be a Circus Show for parents and friends on the final day of camp!

Dates: June 29 - July 2
Grades: K-3

Youth Multisport

The Berkeley Carroll Youth Multisport Camp is designed for students looking to develop their athletic and cooperation skills in a positive, fun, and organized learning atmosphere. Working under the guidance of experienced coaches, campers will explore a variety of different sports and games, including soccer, basketball, swimming and much more. Campers will learn the rules and essentials of each sport through drills, games and scrimmages. Each day will consist of training sessions both in Berkeley Carroll's gymnasium and pool. The camp is open to students of all levels, but participants should be able to participate in 2-3 hours of sports activities each day.

Grades K - 8: June 22 - 26
Grades 1 - 4: July 20 - 24

Campers will be introduced to the game of tennis using USTA's Ten and Under Tennis methodology. This approach involves using a smaller court, slower balls, and racquets sized for small hands. Children will spend half their day on tennis training, and will enjoy regular camp activities such as swimming and arts and crafts for the remainder of the day.

Dates: July 27 - 31 & August 3 - 7
Grades: 1-4

Soccer

This camp is designed for children entering grades 1 through 4 who are looking for an intensive but enjoyable training program. Working under the guidance of experienced coaches, campers will focus on a different soccer fundamentals each day. Participants will be divided into groups based on age and experience. Each day will consist of training sessions both in Berkeley Carroll's gymnasium and pool. The camp is open to students of all levels, but participants should be able to participate in 2-3 hours of sports activities each day.

Dates: July 13 - 17
Grades: 1-4

Eco-Designers

This innovative camp will allow campers to get creative and work with their hands, while learning the principles of recycling and "upcycling." Think twice before you throw out those chopsticks or corks! Campers will use everyday materials, otherwise destined for the landfill, and give them a second life as amazing art and engineering projects. Through the process of repurposing chip bags, squeeze pouches, and much more, campers will learn why "one person's trash is another person's treasure!"

Dates: July 20 - 24
Grades: K-1

Geometric Art

Geometric Art is a project-based learning camp where students will explore the beautiful, symbiotic relationship of art and math. For one week, campers will use their artistic and mathematical skills to create physical and digital pieces of abstract, geometric art using materials such as gum balls, marshmallows, toothpicks, and the Geometer's Sketchpad, and interactive geometry program where campers can create digital kaleidoscopes and tessellations. As always, campers will enjoy swim leassons at BC's pool, yard time, and plenty of creative free-choice time. Geometric Art is taught by Berkeley Carroll's fourth grade teacher, Samara Gation.

Ode to Polygons: June 29 - July 2

3-D Creations: July 6 - 10

Kaleidoscope & Tangram Art: July 13 - 17

Never Ending Patterns: July 20 - 24

Tessellation Art: July 27 - 31

Mandalas: August: 3 - 7

All Geometric Art camps are for grades 2-4

Papier-Mache Makers

In this project-based camp, children will design and make their own papier-mache creations! Campers will learn the centuries-old technique of transforming paper strips into a sculpture. They will work collaboratively and individually to make variety of three-dimensional objects, such as animals and masks. Campers will also enjoy free-choice art activities, swim lessons, and yard time each day. Families will be invited to view the campers’ projects in an end-of-week art show.

Dates: June 29 - July 2 & July 6 - 10
Grades 2-4

In this camp, students will explore a range of bookmaking techniques. We’ll get inspired by our favorite picture books, accordion books, and bound books, and children will experiment with a range of art supplies and materials to create each of their books. At the end the camp, we will celebrate with a book party for families to see student creations.

Dates: August 3 - 7
Grades K-1

Sculpture Mania

Campers will create multiple projects during this week-long exploration of sculpture. We will use a variety of clays including water-based, air-dry, and oven-bake to create works of art. There will be a large focus on the hand-on aspect of sculpture and play with projects that focus the form and function of a sculpture. Young artists will learn how to display their artwork for a gallery showing at the end of the week and take home their beautiful works of art!

Dates: August 10 - 14
Grades 2-4