Specialty Camps are premium, full-day experiences where campers take a deeper dive into many different subjects with qualified staff. Keep scrolling to see our 2023 Specialty Camp offerings.
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Week 1: Monday, June 26 - Friday, June 30
Brixology with Mad Science (Grades 1 - 6)
Using LEGO® bricks, kids build a different engineering-themed project in each class. They explore different engineering fields, including mechanical, structural, aerospace, nautical, and bioengineering. They use critical thinking and creative problem-solving to test and improve their creations.
Week 2: Monday, July 3 - Friday, July 7
Little Rockerz (Grades 1 - 6)
Turn up the volume and rock out with the Little Rockerz! Your Little Rock star will get to snazz up their 3-string guitar and learn songs to play with friends. Your kiddo will develop musical skills and express their creativity! The best part is they get to keep their guitars! Gig bags included
PVRC Rowing (Ages 12+)
Rowing, also known as “crew,” combines a love of the outdoors, an interest in physical fitness, and true teamwork in one sport. In the Summer of Activity, Fun, And Rowing Instruction (SAFARI) two-week sessions for kids aged 12+, the fundamentals of rowing are taught by professional Pioneer Valley Riverfront Club (PVRC) rowing coaches and experienced rowers. Participants learn the basics of a rowing stroke on an indoor rowing machine (“erg”), proper handling of boats and equipment, and progress to on-water rowing. All participants must be able to swim. Upon completing one SAFARI, rowers may participate in PVRC’s after-school youth rowing team for ages 12+, starting in late August.
Week 3: Monday, July 10 - Friday, July 14
Splish, Splash Art Blast with ARTventures (Grades K - 5)
This inspiring week of art ventures sparks creativity, engagement, exploration, and individual expression. Learn about the fascinating underwater world of seahorses, sea turtles and other wonderful creatures while exploring original art forms and techniques. Design beach hats, sunglasses, and T-shirts. Create ocean slime and discover the art of mosaics while creating sea shell boxes. Sculpt shimmery coral and goofy clay octopuses. Paint ceramic fish banks and design ocean creature stuffed animals. Experience painting, printmaking, stained glass, ceramics, collage, mosaics, fabric art and working with clay.
Week 4: Monday, July 17 - Friday, July 21
PVRC Rowing (Ages 12+)
Rowing, also known as “crew,” combines a love of the outdoors, an interest in physical fitness, and true teamwork in one sport. In the Summer of Activity, Fun, And Rowing Instruction (SAFARI) two-week sessions for kids aged 12+, the fundamentals of rowing are taught by professional Pioneer Valley Riverfront Club (PVRC) rowing coaches and experienced rowers. Participants learn the basics of a rowing stroke on an indoor rowing machine (“erg”), proper handling of boats and equipment, and progress to on-water rowing. All participants must be able to swim. Upon completing one SAFARI, rowers may participate in PVRC’s after-school youth rowing team for ages 12+, starting in late August.
Week 5: Monday, July 24 - Friday, July 28
Lost Tribe Minecraft (Grades 3 - 12)
Register for an incredibly fun Minecraft camp filled with friendly competition, unique activities, and classic survival experiences on Lost Tribe’s secure and private servers. Participants begin by learning about the Maccabiah competition in Tel Aviv, Israel, as well as the JCC Maccabi Games in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, this summer! Then play Minecraft versions of three games featured in the Maccabiah: soccer, track and field, and rock climbing. Throughout the week, they will build and explore their own survival world, collecting resources and strength and working together to achieve their goals. Campers will also participate in a mini-game color war, playing classic and custom-built games while learning about teamwork and sportsmanship.
Week 7: Monday, August 7 - Friday, August 11
Drama (All Ages)
This week-long theater summer camp is an intensive program designed to help campers develop their acting skills and build confidence on stage. Participants engage in daily acting workshops, rehearsals, and performances, culminating in a final show on the last day of the week. This camp is a great opportunity for aspiring actors to immerse themselves in the world of theater and work with our experienced instructors.