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Debate Camp

Public Speaking, Debate and Global Awareness - - coveted skills in a camp-like environment! At Debate Camp, we provide a fun and inspiring space for youth to develop some timelessly-important skills; to hear opposing views and to confidently articulate their ideas well in the company of others. Debate Camp specializes in parliamentary debate, impromptu and prepared public speaking.&nbsp; We ensure that all program areas are highly interactive and suited to a variety of age groups (grades 5 to 10) and multiple ability levels. &bull; day camp and sleepaway camp options &bull; multi-level instruction &bull; suits all ability levels &bull; teaching ratio 1:8 &bull; parliamentary debate rounds on new topics daily &bull; feedback and fun! &bull; all resources provided Debate Camp believes in a well-balanced program where an academic focus is mixed with opportunities for traditional camp games and a fun and inspiring approach to learning. 2024 day camp options for NYC families include 3 x 1 week options in Manhattan / UES location (including our NEW 3 day Model UN camp) and NEW 1 week Overnight Debate Camp options in Maine &amp; Rhode Island (with r/t transportation options from NY Penn Station)&nbsp; All details on: https://www.debatecamp.com/newyork &nbsp;

Advantage Junior Tennis

At Advantage Junior Tennis Camp, the focus is on the game, up close and all summer long! It&rsquo;s ideal for beginners and more experienced players. Campers ages 7 to 17 spend full days learning how to play their best game&mdash;and meeting campers who love tennis as much as they do.

Ghostlight Theater Camp

Ghostlight Theater Camp is a summer theater camp for campers ages 9-17. Providing 10-day, 3-week, and 6-week programs that combine high-caliber theater training with a traditional summer camp experience.&nbsp; Working with Broadway artists both in classes and in productions, campers will have access to skill development, mentorships, and lifelong connections that will follow them beyond camp. Ghostlight focuses on ensemble theatre values and practicies that support individuality and self-expression in the context of community. This means that no camper at Ghostlight is in the back row or sitting on the side. Each day brings multiple opportunities to perform and create with fellow campers in an environment filled with support.&nbsp; When not making theater, campers can enjoy the benefits of a summer camp in Maine that no other theater camp offers. Stargazing in a hammock, walks in the woods, downtime by the pool, and quiet time reading in the Gazebos with the sound of wind all around are some of highlights of a summer unplugged and away from screens.&nbsp; Finally, the most meaningful and lasting gift of a summer at Ghostlight is the friendships made that last a lifetime. Though the love of theater brings us together, and the work we do stands out from other experiences, the community focus of Ghostlight Theater Camp is why we hear, year after year, that campers cannot wait to return.&nbsp;

Quinipet Camp & Retreat Center

<div style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Established by the United Methodist Church in 1947,&nbsp;Quinipet&nbsp;is built upon the rocks of Faith, Courage, Love, Humility and Honesty; creating a foundation that welcomes&nbsp;campers&nbsp;from all walks of life, faiths, and backgrounds. Whether you come for one week or all summer long, you will make new friends, learn and grow, laugh a LOT, and enjoy the beautiful natural environment of Shelter Island.&nbsp;Quinipet has all the fun of a traditional Christian summer camp - surrounded by water!</div> <div style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Week-Long Sessions begin the week of July 4, 2021:</div> <div style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> <ul> <li style="margin-left: 15px;">Day Camp (ages 5-15) Monday-Friday 9 am-4 pm</li> <li style="margin-left: 15px;">Community Sailing (ages 9-15) Monday-Friday, 9-12 or 1-4</li> <li style="margin-left: 15px;">Traditional Overnight Camp (ages 7-17) Sunday Afternoon - Saturday Morning</li> <li style="margin-left: 15px;">Sailing Overnight Camp (ages 9-17)&nbsp;Sunday Afternoon - Saturday Morning</li> </ul> </div> <div style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Daily Day Camp transportation options from the north (Greenport) &amp; south (North Haven/Sag Harbor) forks!&nbsp;</div> <div style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">In-person Open Houses this April and May!</div> <div style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">For Dates &amp; Rates and Online Registration visit us at Quinipet.org</div>