Summer Camps and Summer Programs at Skidmore College - Saratoga Springs, NY

Description:
A program of sports, cultural arts, nature study and relaxed play for children entering grades 1-6

Program Information:
boys and girls • entering grades 1 - 6 • 3 two-week sessions and 1 one-week session • July-August

Description:
designed to provide an enriching academic and social experience for academically talented middle and high school students • students attend one class intensively (7 hours daily) over a three-week session • classes are offered in humanities (e.g., logic, international politics, cognitive psychology), writing, math and computer science, (e.g., probability and game theory), and science (e.g., biology, chemistry, and physics) • a varied daily activities program is provided for students outside of class time

Program Information:
boys and girls • grades 7-10 • eligibility based on SAT scores/talent search (write for details) • residential • 2 three-week sessions in 2009 • First session: June 28 - July 17; Second session: July 19 - August 7 • cost: Check website below.

Description:
Supported by the Office of the Governor and the State Legislature and administered by the State Education Department, the School of Dance is directed by Carolyn Adams, former Paul Taylor dancer, faculty member of Julliard, and the President of the American Dance Legacy Institute. This program includes daily instruction in modern dance technique, composition, music for dance, repertory and performance, end-of-summer workshop performance, films and videos shown with faculty commentary, trips to concerts and National Museum of Dance. There are also recreational activities.

Program Information:
coed • New York State high school students enrolled in grades 8-12 • eligibility based on regional audition • residential • 1 session • length of session: 4 weeks • July 25th - August 20th, 2010 • cost $1500

Description:
Supported by the Office of the Governor and the State Legislature and administered by the State Education Department, this program is a learning opportunity for talented students interested in improving their performance skills and increasing their knowledge of improvisation and jazz styles. There is opportunity to perform in small combos in addition to taking lessons and master classes on your major instrument. Other classes include improvisational theory, jazz history, and special topics by guest artists. Students attend Jazz Festival at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center and evening concerts.

Program Information:
coed • New York State high school students enrolled in grades 8-12 • eligibility based on compact disc or audition cassette tape and letter of recommendation from music teacher • residential • two week session • June 26 - July 10, 2010 • cost $1100 • cost $1000 for NYS high school students

Description:
Supported by the Office of the Governor and the State Legislature and administered by the State Education Department, in a unique partnership with the Philadelphia Orchestra and the Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC), this program provides students opportunity to study with some of the finest musicians in the world. A full orchestra, wind ensemble and string orchestra work side by side with the Philadelphia Orchestra members. Students attend regular performances and rehearsals at SPAC

Program Information:
coed • all New York State high school students enrolled in grades 8-12 • audition required • residential • four week session • July 25 - August 21, 2010 • cost $1500

Description:
Pre-College Program in the Liberal and Studio Arts provides an opportunity for academically talented high school students to enroll in up to two college courses during one of the college’s five-week summer terms. Classes meet 3-5 days a week and offer college credit. The residential option provides the experience of college life and learning.

Program Information:
coed • completed grades 9-12 • commuter and residential option • application includes high school transcript, personal essay, and teacher recommendation • day or residential • 5 week session • July 5 - August 8, 2009

Description:
The Skidmore Summer Flute Institute will celebrate its sixteenth season August 2-8, 2009. Director Jan Vinci developed the program in 1994 with the goal of guiding students and encouraging them to tap into their innate talents, thereby enabling them to play their best, expand their abilities, and better appreciate various performance styles and music of all periods. The program nurtures and inspires flutists to enthusiastically tackle the physical and mental challenges of performance, resulting in heightened confidence and self-esteem. Flutists will leave the Institute with a stronger grasp of research sources and enhanced knowledge that will help springboard them to greater levels of performance and a deeper understanding of music and the gifts it bestows.

Program Information:
coed • students high school and above • application includes tape or CD, brief musical history or letter of recommendation • commuter or residential • one week: August 2-8, 2009
Visit website link below for further details.

Description:
Skidmore Jazz Institute is designed for students who are serious about improving their skills, learning about jazz and working with some of the masters of the field. The program features daily combo, improvisational classes and individual private instruction. Guest artists give performances and master classes. Students take weekend trips to the Newport/Saratoga Jazz Festival at Saratoga Performing Arts Center.

Program Information:
coed • high school-adult • intermediate to professionals • residential • June 26-July 10, 2010 • tuition: TBA

Program Information:
Please visit the website link in Contact section below for further details on all the camps. Boys Basketball Camp June 29-July 2, 2009
ages 8-15 • 9am-4:30pm, Mon-Thurs • fundamentals, group lecture sessions, team practices, league games Boys Baseball Camp July 6-10, 2009
ages 7-12 • Monday-Friday: 9am-12 noon • basic fundamentals, advanced skills & techniques, game competition Boys Lacrosse Camp July 20-23, 2009
ages 7-13 • Monday-Thursday: 9am-3pm • instruction stressing individual skills & lacrosse knowledge Girls and Boys Soccer Camp July 27-31, 2009
ages 7-13 • Monday-Thursday: 9am-3pm, Friday: 9am-12 noon • individual skills & training techniques emphasized Girls Basketball Camp July 20-24, 2009
girls entering grades 4-11 • Monday-Friday: 9am-3:30pm • instructional camp & fundamentals stressed Girls Elite Guard Camp July 27-30, 2009
girls entering grades 9-12 • Monday-Thursday: 6:30-9:30pm • intense program of instruction & skills to advance player to next level Girls Field Hockey Camp August 3-7, 2009
girls entering grades 6-12 • Monday-Thursday: 9am-3pm, Friday: 9am-12 noon • skill & physical development Girls Field Hockey Varsity Teams Camp August 3-6, 2009
high school varsity teams • Monday-Thursday: 5-8pm • develop full potential of individuals & their teams & prepare for upcoming season Girls Volleyball Camp July 13-17, 2009
girls entering grades 7-12 & 2009 graduating seniors • Monday-Friday: 9am-12 noon • fundamental skills & techniques, team offense & defense Swimming
2009: Session I June 29-July 10; Session II July 13-24, Session III July 27-August 7
beginning lessons for children 4 years old and up • $75/session • times vary Tennis Camps
2009: Session I July 6-24; Session II July 27-August 14
ages 3 to adult • group, private, & semi-private lessons • times & fees vary

Description:
Supported by the Office of the Governor and the State Legislature and administered by the State Education Department, the School of Ballet is directed by Damian Woetzel, principal dancer with the New York City Ballet (NYCB). This program combines intensive dance instruction with NYCB performances, lectures, and physical therapy instruction. Students attend all NYCB performances at Saratoga Performing Arts Center and take daily classes with NYCB principals and soloists. There is a specialized recreation program designed for ballet students.

Program Information:
coed • New York State high school students enrolled in grades 8 through 12 • eligibility based on regional auditions • residential • four weeks: June 27th – July 24th, 2010 • cost $1500