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TADA! Youth Theater
As life slowly gets back to (sort of) normal, we know that a lot of parents are eager for in person camps this summer…but there are also lots of families who want or need to stay remote for a variety of reasons. At least until kids are vaccinated, we need camps and other providers to stay flexible and offer options to meet the needs of families during this complicated transitional time.
Fortunately, many of our local camps are continuing to offer virtual camps this summer (often in addition to in person camps) for those families who need to stay more cautious…or who just want virtual camp options to keep kids busy while they’re traveling! If you are looking for virtual options, we have rounded up some of our favorite virtual camps taking place this summer to help you find the right fit.
Also don’t forget to check out our Virtual Camp Expo directory of featured (online and in person) summer camps for even more options!
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TREASURE TRUNK THEATRE
Treasure Trunk Theatre is offering several virtual camps for imaginative kids this summer. Online camps include immersive interactions with students and campers in small groups (8 maximum) that focus on collaboration and socialization. They participate in movement and imaginative activities while exploring fun weekly themes. Online camps for young children (ages 3-6) include Superhero Camp (7/12-7/16), Frozen 2 Camp (7/26-7/30), Enchanted Camp (8/9-8/13), and Mulan Camp (8/23-8/27). The online camps take place every morning (9:30 – 11 AM) for one week, and you can either drop in or sign up for the full week. Materials will be dropped off or shipped to your home if you sign up one week in advance of the camp. Ages: 3-6 / Dates: July 12th – August 27th, 2021 / Location: Online (Zoom) / Cost: $225 per week or $50 per class
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The Tiny Scientist
The science school offers online summer sessions where kids (ages 4-10) can participate in hands-on science activities all summer. They include fun weekly themes like Candy Chemistry, Toy Lab, Superhero Science Squad, Gross But Great, Planetarium Imaginarium, The Science of Art, Crazy Kitchen Chemistry, Super Sleuths, and more. You can sign up for week-long sessions that include one 40-50 minute daily interactive session in the morning (9:30-11:30 AM) or afternoon (1:00-1:30 PM) as well as daily offline challenges that are aligned with the daily class. A kit of hands-on science materials will be delivered to your home 2-3 days before each weekly session. They also offer online private lessons if you prefer a 1:1 format. Ages: 4-10 / Dates: June 28th – September 3rd, 2021 / Location: Online / Cost: $240 per week
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CINEMAKIDZ
The CinemaKidz media and technology camps allow creative kids (ages 6-15) to explore film, media, and art from anywhere. You can choose from 14 weekly camp themes including Creative Filmmaking, Stop-Motion Animation, Computer Animation, YouTube Production, Cooking Show, After Effects and Special Effects, Video Game Design & Coding, Adobe Photoshop, Acting for Film, Roblox Game Development, and more. Campers can earn badges in each specialty and win a free week of camp (and become a CK Media Guru) if they earn all badges. Some camps include the optional CK Maker Kit with high quality technology that will be mailed to you anywhere in advance. Flexible sign up options include full day sessions (9-11 Am and 12:30-2:30 PM) or half-day morning or afternoon sessions. Ages: 6-15 / Dates: June 7 – August 13, 2021 / Location: Online / Cost: $250-375 per week – A Child Grows discount: $35 off every week of summer camp: ACG-vip
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School of Rock Williamsburg
SCHOOL OF ROCK WILLIAMSBURG
In addition to in person classes and workshops, the performance-based music school is offering the Summer Songwriting and Performance Program for in person and/or remote music instruction this summer. With the guidance of songwriting mentors, kids (ages 8-18) work with peers in weekly groups and in 1-on-1 sessions with their instruments of choice to create full songs with lyrics and arrangements while learning about songwriting techniques. The semester-long program includes one group class and one private lesson every week, and students can also meet in smaller groups outside of class to work on songs. The season will culminate in an acoustic performance and students get to keep a recording of their performance. They also offer a 5 Day Immersion Pass that includes customized daily sessions in musical concepts of your choice and can be done remotely or in person; contact them for more details. Ages: 8-18 years / Dates: June 28th – August 27th, 2021 / Location: Online or In Person / Cost: $275-675 per week
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MARK MORRIS DANCE CENTER
Mark Morris Dance Center is offering Summer Dance Camps for children (ages 6-13) in either online or in person formats. The multi-disciplinary program includes daily technique classes in a variety of dance genres (ballet, modern, tap, hip hop, and jazz) as well as the exploration of other art forms (visual, theater, music, and stagecraft) inspired by Mark Morris’ repertory. Kids are divided into two age groups (6-9 and 10-13) and the summer camp will be offered in two-week sessions during July and August. Each session offers the same curriculum and you can either sign up for one or both sessions. Ages: 6-13 / Dates: July 5th – 16th, 2021 (Session 1); July 19th – 30th, 2021 (Ages 6-9 Session 2); August 2nd – 13th (Ages 10-13 Session 2)/ Location: Online or In Person / Cost: $520 per 2-week session
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Brooklyn Robot Foundry
Summer at the Foundry includes in person and virtual summer camps where kids can build cool robots and participate in creativity and engineering activities all summer long. Weekly themes for in person and virtual camps (ages 6-9) include Create-A-Carnival, Ocean Expedition, Camping Trip, and New Bot City. Virtual camp themes for older kids (8-12) include Galaxy Hop and DIY Design. In addition to robot-building, kids participate in games, crafts, socializing and movement breaks. You can sign up for half-day morning (9 AM – 12 PM) and/or afternoon (1 – 4 PM) sessions of virtual camp. All supplies sent in advance or available for curbside pickup in Gowanus. Ages: 6-12 / Dates: June 28th – September 3rd, 2021 (Single Days June 16th – June 25th)/ Location: Online / Cost: $300 + $75 materials per week; $75 + $20 materials fee (single day)
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WCS Bronx Zoo Wildlife Camp Online
Wildlife Camp Online allows kids (PreK-8th grade) to get behind-the-scenes looks at animals and exhibits at all five of the NYC parks (Bronx Zoo, Central Park Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo, Queens Zoo, and New York Aquarium). In addition to up-close animal encounters, campers meet wild animal keepers and scientists, explore the natural world, and participate in science and conservation activities in a collaborative learning environment. The week-long camp options include half-day “Who’s Who in the Zoo” (PreK-K) camp as well as full-day “Week of Wildlife: Wild By Design” and “Week of Wildlife: ZooMazing Race (1st-5th Grade) camps with 4 or 5 day sign up options. They also offer full-day “Global Conservation” (6th-8th Grade) camps for 5 days per week. Ages: PreK-8th Grade / Dates: June 21– September 3 / Location: Online / Cost: $135 members or $150 regular (Who’s Who in the Zoo); $247.50 members or $275 regular (Wild By Design, ZooMazing Race, Global Conservation)
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The GEEK FOREST
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TADA! Youth Theater
They are offering both in person and online Musical Theater Camps and Classes this summer. Kids (ages 4-11) engage in musical theater training and stay active while learning vocals and choreography to Broadway songs aligned with their weekly theme. Ensemble-based instruction is provided by two professional NYC teaching artists. The online camp options include 1-hour daily Musical Theater Mini camp (ages 4-5) as well as the 3-hour daily Jazzy Juniors (ages 6-7), and Rising Star (ages 8-11) camps. Each week-long camp offers two theme options to choose from. All online camps take place in the morning on Zoom and culminate in a final sharing for an invited Zoom audience. Ages: 4-11 / Dates: July 1st – 16th /Location: Online / Cost: $175 per week per day (Musical Theater Mini) or $525 per week (Jazzy Juniors and Rising Star)
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Brooklyn Game Lab – Game-playing camp offers online Dungeons & Dragons play where kids (ages 7-16) get to develop characters and go on quests. They encourage kids to get active by giving in-game rewards as they participate in physical challenges/activity breaks. They are also offering the Dungeons & Dragons + Writer’s Workshop summer program (created in partnership with Workshop Independent Middle School) where kids develop their own fantasy fiction characters and worlds. Ages: 7-16 (D&D); 9-16 (D&D + Writer’s Workshop) / Dates: June 28th – September 10th (D&D); June 28th – September 3rd (D&D + Writer’s Workshop) / Location: Online/ Cost: $360 per week or $80 per day (D&D); $595 per week (D&D + Writer’s Workshop)
The Brooklyn Strategist – Game-playing and strategy camp teaches problem-solving skills and encourages social interaction. During the morning session, kids choose from Creative Game Design, Board Games Online, or Morning Chess Club. During the afternoon session, campers build on skills learned earlier in the day by signing up for additional activities including League/Tournament Play, Tabletop Role Playing Games, Magic: The Gathering, and Board Games. The online camps are available as four-week bundles, so your camper will get to play with the same group each week. Flexible sign up options available. Ages: 9-14 / Dates: July 1st – September 21st / Location: Online / Cost: $140 per day (full day) or $700 per week (full day); $70 per day (full day) or $35o per week (half day) – member prices also available.
Super Soccer Stars @ Home – Virtual soccer program includes one interactive 30-45 minute virtual class once a week through Zoom, though you can add a second class for an additional $20 per month or unlimited weekly classes for additional $40 per month. Classes will follow their normal structure including warmups, stretching exercises, skill intro and progression. Lessons are designed to play in small spaces (5 ft x 5 ft) and no equipment is needed since coaches suggest items that can be found around the home to use in their lessons. Options include Parent & Me, Super Soccer Stars, Soccer Stars United Development. You can also request a Private Class for you and a group of friends that fits best with your schedule. Ages: 1-12 / Dates: 6/30/2021 – 9/1/2021 / Location: Online / Cost: $155-180 per season
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THESE CAMPS WERE CHOSEN BY OUR EDITORS AND INCLUDED AT NO COST, BUT SOME CAMPS HAVE CHOSEN TO SPONSOR THEIR LISTINGS AFTER SELECTION. *We have added additional camps to this list who are current advertisers upon request. Please note that we often know these camps through recommendation, but we don’t have personal experience with all of them. We cannot guarantee statements listed here or that the camps follow the safety precautions stated. Please check for yourself!
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