Camp Guide 2022

A one-stop look at the summer camps and activities

ACTIVE AND SPORTS

  • CANANDAIGUA SAILBOARD 11 Lakeshore Dr., Canandaigua • 394-8150 • cdgasailboard.com Get out on the water this Summer with Canandaigua Sailboard. This all-ages kid’s camp offers lessons in wake surfing, public water protection, sustainability, and fishing.
  • DICK’S HOUSE OF SPORT 200 Eastview Mall, Victor • 282-0000 dicks.com/houseofsport/events Dick’s House of Sport has everything a young sportsperson could want from Outdoor Expedition Quest to Not Your Average Sports Series. Learn about being healthy, active, and having fun with its large variety of summer camp otions.
  • FAST BREAK 121 Lincoln Ave., Rochester • 285-7064 • fastbreakkids.com Check out Fast Break Sports for your child’s Summer camp spot. They offer a variety of sports camps for children of all ages. 
  • LAKESHORE HOCKEY ACADEMY 123 Ling Rd., Rochester • 865-2800 • lshaice.com Offers two camps focusing on skill development for a variety of ages July 11–22.
  • MASTER KIM’S TAEKWONDO Locations in Penfield, Greece, and Irondequoit  • 377-2000 masterkims.com Help your child develop self-confidence, self-esteem, and leadership skills. Master Kim’s Taekwondo is a landmark of Rochester martial arts. Weekly camps June 24–August 30 include Taekwondo classes, games, arts and crafts, and weekly field trips.
  • MIDTOWN ATHLETIC CLUB 200 E. Highland Dr., Brighton  • 461-2300 • midtown.com Camp Midtown kids enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and weekly themed sessions, from the pool to the tennis courts and everything in between. For ages 3–13.
  • ROCHESTER FENCING CLUB 3335 Brighton-Henrietta Town Line Rd., Rochester • 654-6047 rocfencing.com Rochester Fencing Club offers a variety of camps throughout the summer months for the beginner and intermediate levels. Fencing is a great way for children to develop memory and focus and to improve their mood while learning the traditions of respect and courtesy of the sport. Campers are grouped by age level and experience. Sessions run Monday through Friday 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
  • ROCHESTER PARKOUR  1344 University Ave, Rochester •-204-7537 • rochesterparkour.com From movement games to nerf battles, co-owners Charles and Nicole have created a space for kiddos to explore this interesting form of movement and exercise. Programs for all ages of movers are available, starting as early as age four.
  • ROCHESTER YACHT CLUB 5555 St. Paul Blvd., Rochester • 342-5511 • rochesteryc.com For ages 6–17, summer programs teach and promote an interest in yachts and yachting and the principles of seamanship and navigation.
  • ROCVENTURES 1044 University Ave., Rochester  • 442-5462 rocventuresclimbing.com Every week during the summer there is a climbing camp for ages 6–14, with daily climbing instruction, arts and crafts, games, and high ropes course. Full-day and half-day options are available. 
  • SODUS BAY JUNIOR SAILING ASSOCIATION 7433 Clover St. P.O. Box 117, Sodus Point • (315) 333-2079 • sbjsa.org This association’s sailing curriculum is designed to provide all levels of instruction from beginner to advanced. Each camper  how to sail as well as how to care and use of canoes, stand-up paddle boards, and kayaks. All classes will be offered as a oneweek session, Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m. starting on June 27. Participants can sign up for as many sessions as they would like and should follow the camp curriculum progression to optimize their experience. For ages 8–18.
  • SPORT INTERNATIONAL HOCKEY ACADEMY (SIHA) 80 Lyndon Rd., Fairport  • (800) 724-6658 or  julie.napieralski@gmail.com 123 Ling Rd., Rochester  • (800) 724-6658 or  grizzlap@yahoo.com Forty hours of hockey for ages 6–17! SIHA is a fast-paced program perfect for any level of hockey player. The Fairport camp will be held at the Rochester Ice Center July 11–15. The Rochester camp will be held at the Lakeshore Hockey Arena Aug. 1–5.
  • TENNIS CLUB OF ROCHESTER 570 Kreag Rd., Pittsford  • 381-2529 • tcr1886.com For ages 5–13, a  week-long camp is designed to create an interest in tennis, golf, and swimming, while promoting an active lifestyle. Instruction daily includes field activities, other sports, and arts and crafts projects. Half-day and full-day options available. 
  • THE GYMNASTICS TRAINING CENTER OF ROCHESTER 2051 Fairport Nine Mile Point Rd., Penfield  • 388-8686 gtc-rochester.com Summer programs run June 27 to Aug. 9, with half-day and fullday camps. GTC offers structured and progressive instruction for boys and girls, age preschool through teen, plus tumbling, custom field trips, and programs for students with special needs. 
  • TOTAL SPORTS EXPERIENCE 880 Elmgrove Rd., Rochester  • 458-4263 435 West Commercial St., East Rochester • 203-0367 totalsports-experience.com A variety of camps for kids interested in sports such as soccer, basketball, baseball, lacrosse, and more. Sessions vary in length and programs are available for ages 2–18 plus. 
  • YMCA OF GREATER ROCHESTER YMCARochester.org The largest summer camp provider in our region, the YMCA of Greater Rochester offers a wide range of experiences at various locations, in an active, safe, and nurturing environment. DAY CAMPS: Camp Arrowhead (Pittsford) 383-4590 Camp Bay View (Webster/Penfield) 341-4001 Camp Corning (Corning) (607) 936-4638 Camp Eastside (Penfield) 341-4000 Camp Northpoint (Hilton/Greece) 723-5489 Camp Thunderbird (Genesee Valley Park) 263-4283OVERNIGHT CAMPS: Camps Cory and Gorham are detailed in the “Overnight Camps” section on page 20.

ANIMALS AND NATURE

  • FOXHALL FARM 2332 State Rte. 444, Bloomfield • 585-259-9516  foxhallfarm.wordpress.com Foxhall Farm Training & Sales offers up a variety of camps throughout the year for horseback riding and equestrian exploration. The camp offers lessons in riding, stable management, equipment, and horsemanship. They operate out of City View Equestrian.
  • LOLLYPOP FARM 99 Victor Rd., Fairport • 223-1330 • lollypop.org Lollypop Farm offers a variety of summer camps for kids interested in learning more about animals and the animal welfare community. Make new friends, learn together, play games, and hang out with amazing animals. Fun for animal enthusiasts entering second through ninth grade. 
  • SENECA PARK ZOO 2222 St. Paul St., Rochester • 336-7213 • senecaparkzoo.org Summer ZooCamp is a week-long session where campers ages 3–12 explore nature and animals. Every camp includes daily animal experiences, nature hikes, outdoor play, hands-on creative exploration, citizen science, real-world conservation projects, and in-depth thematic inquiry.

ARTS

  • BACH TO ROCK 2160 Penfield Rd., Penfield • 364-3766 • penfieldb2music.com Half- and full-day camps for spring break and in summer. As students develop their skills through music instruction, they can go any place their musical interests take them. Experiences include performing before audiences.
  • BLAKERYAN Eastview Mall, 7979 Pittsford Victor Rd., Victor • 425-0585 TheBlakeRyan.com We offer painting classes, yoga, birdhouse building and macrame workshops for kids ages 5+ throughout the months of July and August. A great space for kids to learn basic crafting techniques, develop creative expression, and have fun!
  • CREATED BY US POTTERY SUMMER CAMP 3 Railroad St., Fairport • 223-8210 • createdbyuspottery.com Half-day or full-day camps July 11–Aug. 19 (9 a.m.–noon or 9 a.m.– 4 p.m.). For ages 5–9: weekly themed camps/painting pottery and canvas, plus crafts and games. For ages 10–15: learn a variety of painting techniques on pottery, canvas, and wood.
  • DRAPER CENTER 1326 University Ave., Rochester • 461-2100 • drapercenter.com All levels of study and intensity for children wishing to improve their abilities or train to become a professional dancer. Summer programs: Creative Movement (ages 3–4) and Pre-Ballet (ages 5–6) June 28–July 24: two-week programs July 11–22; and fourweek intensive Aug. 1–26.
  • EASTMAN COMMUNITY MUSIC SCHOOL 26 Gibbs St., Rochester • 274-1000 • esm.rochester.edu Spend a week at Eastman July 27–Aug. 5 making music with people just like you—who love playing, learning, and creating music, all in a supportive and fun environment. A full-day program for those in grades 5 to 9—all instruments, all ages, all abilities.
  • ELITE STUDIO OF DANCE 1387 Fairport Rd., Suite 900, Fairport • 425-7975 elitestudioofdance.com Registration is underway for summer classes including tumbling, hip hop, themed camp weeks, and competition-level classes for boys and girls from tots to teens. 
  • HOCHSTEIN SCHOOL OF MUSIC AND DANCE 50 N. Plymouth Ave., Rochester • 454-4596 • hochstein.org Hochstein has a wide range of summer offerings for all ages, including Arts In Action camps, musical theater vocals and dancing, and an array of instrumental instruction, including rock, jazz, percussion, and composition. Camps run July 9–Aug. 27
  • KANACK SCHOOL OF MUSICAL ARTISTRY 2077 South Clinton Ave., Rochester • 244-6910 • kanak.org Kanack hosts multiple summer camps for kids ages 5–17, centered around piano, chamber music, vocal technique, musical theater, orchestra, and Suzuki.
  • MEMORIAL ART GALLERY 500 University Ave., Rochester • 276-8960 • mag.rochester.edu Join us at the MAG this Summer for museum based creative workshops for children and adults of all ages. Try your hand at painting, drawing, or jewelry design!
  • NEW YORK STATE BALLET TRAINING ACADEMY 821 Fairport Rd., E. Rochester • 203-1763 or 704-1903 newyorkstateballet.org Offers certified professional dance instruction in a welcoming and nurturing environment. The brandnew, spacious studios feature state-of-the-art dance floors that reduce the potential for injury. Many performance opportunities are available for your child to showcase the skills learned and joy experienced while dancing alongside the professional dancers of the New York State Ballet.
  • THE ART STOP 1822 Penfield Rd., Penfield • 872-5710 • artstopllc.com Campers age 5–12 will work on a variety of art projects using different mediums such as acrylics, clay, gouache, watercolor, marker, pastels, colored pencils, and more. Full-day, half-day (morning or afternoon), and extended care offered. 

MODELING AND ETIQUETTE

  • ETIQUETTE CHICS Jefferson Park Lodge • 413-7206 or etiquettchics@gmail.com Offers classes on a variety of topics such as Mealtime Manners, Out of this World Etiquette (Star Wars–themed), Frozen-themed tea party, and Making a Good First Impression. Classes are available for ages 5–14.
  • MARY THERESE FRIEL, LLC 1251 Pittsford Mendon Rd., Mendon • 625-5510 • mtfmodels.com Mary Therese Friel’s fun-filled modeling camp is available for girls ages 9–19. Camp includes instruction in runway modeling, print modeling, hair and makeup, self-presentation and speaking, your child’s own photo shoot, and more!
  • THE REFINEMENT STUDIO 494 East Ave., Rochester • 244-2228 • therefinementstudio.com Offers youth etiquette programs focusing on the principles of common courtesy and basic social etiquette. They also include age specific lessons and coaching. For children ages 5–17.

OVERNIGHT CAMPS

  • CAMP CHERITH 9534 Short Tract Rd., Hunt • 468-3850 • campcherithwny.org Get outdoors this Summer and sign up for one of seven camping experiences at Camp Cherith. Open to ages 7-18, children get the chance to hike, swim, slip n slide, play gaga ball, canoe and more.
  • CAMP CORY 140 East Lake Rd., Penn Yan • 325-2889 • campcory.org A branch of the YMCA of Greater Rochester, Camp Cory has been serving families for more than ninety years. Situated on the shores of Keuka Lake, Corey offers campers a variety of land and water activities and experiences.
  • CAMP GORHAM 265 Darts Lake Rd., Eagle Bay (The Adirondacks) • (315) 357-6401 campgorham.org A branch of the YMCA of Greater Rochester, Camp Gorham has welcomed campers for more than fifty years to overnight camp experiences in a picturesque Adirondack Mountains setting with a private lake.
  • CAMP HICKORY HILL  2970 Kohler Rd., Varysburg • 535-7832 • camphickoryhill.org These faith-based summer camps are filled with excitement and packed with activities to help campers grow spiritually and socially. There is worship, prayer, and Bible teachings throughout the day. Each camp offers add-on activities like go-carts, laser tag, high ropes challenge courses, canoeing, and more. 
  • CAMP STELLA MARIS 4395 East Lake Rd., Livonia • 346-2243 For more than ninety years, Camp Stella Maris has been a home away from home for campers to try new and exciting things, challenge themselves, and make friends that will last a lifetime.
  • CAMP WHITMAN 150 Whitman Rd., Penn Yan • 315) 536-775 • campwhitman.org This is a traditional overnight summer camp experience focused on exploring the outdoors, developing friendships, and growing in connection to faith. There is a session for those with developmental disabilites, a music and arts focussed camp, and several other camps with different themes.

SCIENCE AND NATURE

  • ADIRONDACK WOODCRAFT CAMPS 285 Woodcraft Rd., Old Forge • (315) 369-6031 woodcraftcamps.org Adirondack Woodcraft Camps’s mission is to help young people grow in courage, build resilience, and see the natural world with caring eyes. Ages 6–17 for two to seven weeks.
  • CORNING MUSEUM OF GLASS One Museum Way, Corning • (607) 937-5371 Activities for children, including free evening Family Nights, to introduce little ones to the museum. 
  • MARVELOUS MIND ACADEMY 274 N. Goodman St., Rochester • 210-8554 Marvelous Mind Academy is an educational cooperative for exploratory learning that uses the world as its classroom. 
  • ROCHESTER MUSEUM AND SCIENCE CENTER 657 East Ave., Rochester • 271-4320 Discover science as a fun and creative way to explore the wonders of our world with Summer Curiosity Camps for ages 2–15—with experienced educators at a museum filled with hundreds of interactive exhibits to explore.

SPECIAL NEEDS

  • AUTISMUP 50 Science Parkway, Rochester • 248-9011 • autismup.org Innovative social clubs, sensory exploration classes, personal fitness, and recreation programs for individuals of all ages and abilities. Plus, Social Skills Summer Camp and the Summer Speech Boot Camp.
  • CAMP EAGR Presented by Epilepsy-Pralid, Inc. • 442-4430 • epiny.org Camp EAGR is a week-long, overnight camp for youth with epilepsy who gather for a week of swimming, horseback riding, rock wall climbing, and laughing and fun. For ages eight– seventeen.
  • CAMP PUZZLE PEACE 10 Rockhurst Dr., Penfield • 371-5018 • familyautismcenter.com The Family Autism Center’s family camp is a place that families with children on the Autism Spectrum can go to relax and spend quality time together in the Adirondack wilderness. The program targets families with school aged children, but can accommodate preschoolers and young adults as well. Session 1: June 26–29. Session 2: Aug. 15–18.
  • ROCHESTER ROTARY SUNSHINE CAMP  809 Five Points Dr., Rush • 533-2080 • sunshinecampus.org This campground is the only of its kind in the area. The fully accessible residential summer camp helps meet the needs of children ages 7-21 with paralysis or other disabilities. This camp features a fully accessible treehouse and the Grizzi Family Sensory Center. This camp offers activities such as boating, fishing, mini golf, swimming, and much more.

VARIETY OF OFFERINGS (from arts to STEM to sports)

  • ALFRED UNIVERSITY 1 Saxon Dr., Alfred, NY • (607) 871-2111 • alfred.edu Each summer Alfred welcomes high school students from all over the country to participate in academics and sports, to learn more about their fields of interest, to sample life on a college campus, and to meet other students with similar interests and academic ability.
  • BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA SENECA WATERWAYS COUNCIL 2320 Brighton Henrietta Town Line Rd., Rochester • 244-4210 senecawaterways.org Come and enjoy the outdoors this Summer at Boy Scouts of America. They offer a wide variety of programs at three different camps across Western N.Y. for children of all ages.
  • CAMP GOOD DAYS Branchport, Rochester, Buffalo, Syracuse 624-5555 or (800) 785-2135 • campgooddays.org Programs for children with cancer or sickle cell anemia and their families. Activities range from sporting and concert events to fishing, land aser tag. All of the programs and services are offered free of charge. No child with cancer is ever turned away.
  • CHALLENGE ATHLETICS 25 Parce Ave., Fairport • 678-9434 • challengerochester.com Offers a variety of camps throughout the summer for ages 6 and up. Martial Arts Camp runs 9:30–11:30 a.m., tumbling camp 9:30– 11:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., and 1:30–3:30 p.m., and dance camp 1:30–3:30 p.m. A mini camp is also available for children ages 4–7, and is offered 9:30 a.m.–12 p.m.
  • CITY OF ROCHESTER Genesee Valley Park Field House • 428-8820 • cityofrochester.gov Summer adventures await at Rochester Community Centers, including field trips to local parks and cultural sites, arts and crafts, and STEM activities and experiments. For ages 6–13.CODE NINJAS 3040 Monroe Ave., Rochester • 900-2633 • codeninjas.com Offers a variety of programs for ages 5–14 focusing on technology and STEM skills. Programs include A Bit of Micro:bit Magic, Adventures in 3D Printing, Building the Beat: A Music Coding Camp, Stop Motion Animation, Code Your Own Arcade from Scratch, and much more. 
  • COURAGEOUS EVOLUTION 5 South Main St., Pittsford, NY • 425-0338 • courageousevolution.com Programs for adults and camps for teens! Have fun with role playing, journaling, and artistic expression while making new friends, building self-confidence, developing leadership skills, letting go of being cool, releasing perfectionism,  becoming more assertive, and more you!
  • GENERATIONS CHILDCARE Fairport, Gates, Rochester, Irondequoit • generations-care.com Generations Summer Adventure for Kids provides a great way to learn new skills and experience exciting summer fun, all in a nurturing environment during the ten weeks of summer. A new theme every week, plus summer reading, music, art, science, and fun. For ages 5–10.
  • GENESEE COUNTRY VILLAGE AND MUSEUM 1410 Flint Hill Rd., Mumford • 538-6822 • gcv.org Immersive historical camps—If the location has you wary, did you know that GCV&M has a supervised bus from Rochester for some of its camps? Hiking the museum’s beautiful nature trails, playing games, and engaging with the museum’s townspeople is all on the menu at this interactive  camp experience. 
  • GIRL SCOUTS 100 Elmwood Ave., Rochester • 888) 837-6410 • gswny.org Girl Scouts offers a summer camp for girls to explore leadership, build skills, and develop a deep appreciation for nature. There are day and week-long camp options, with swimming, hiking, horseback riding, archery, and ropes course.
  • HARLEY SCHOOL 1981 Clover St., Brighton • 442-1770 • harleyschool.org Summers at Harley include Harley Day Camp for ages 4–12, Summer Nursery Program for 3-year-olds, and Summer Academy for all ages, including sessions in academics, art, dance and sports.
  • JCC DAY CAMP 1200 Edgewood Ave., Brighton • 461-2000 • jccdaycamp.com The Louis S. Wolk JCC of Greater Rochester’s day camp aims to build a formative and fun program for grades K–6 that welcomes all campers into a safe community of respect and inclusion. Activities include nature, sports, arts and crafts, and theater.
  • OUR LADY OF MERCY 1437 Blossom Rd., Rochester • 288-7120 • mercyhs.com Summer camps for girls focused on friendship, challenges, and growing their talents.R-CENTER SUPER CAMPS 57 St. Paul St., Rochester • 428-9777 • cityofrochester.gov Sign your child up for a fun and active summer at the City of Rochester’s ArtSmart East & West and Youth Sports Camps. Offers a diverse group of friends, caring staff, affordable prices, and convenient locations. 
  • RIT CAMP TIGER 300 Lomb Memorial Dr., Rochester • 496-4562 • rit.edu Camp Tiger—formerly known as Kids on Campus—is a summer day camp based on science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (STEAM). For kids in grades K–12.
  • ROCHESTER CHILDFIRST NETWORK 942 South Ave., Rochester • 473-2858 • rcn4kids.org Rochester Childfirst Network offers infant and toddler care as well as summer camp options for children ages six weeks to twelve years. Enrollment is open for camp at their convenient South Ave. location.
  • THE CHARLES FINNEY SCHOOL 2070 Five Mile Line Rd., Penfield • 387-3770 • finneyschool.org Learn the fundamentals or refine your skills in volleyball (June 20–23, grades 7–12), basketball (July 15–19, grades 3–6), soccer (July 22–26, grades 3–6), and musical theater (Aug. 5–9, grades 3–12). 
  • WRITERS & BOOKS 740 University Ave., Rochester • 442-9333 • wab.org If your children enjoy reading, writing, acting, Harry Potter, Shakespeare, poetry, social justice, storytelling, and more, then there is certainly something for them at the Writers & Books SummerWrite 2022. 

THEATER

  • A MAGICAL JOURNEY THRU STAGES 875 East Main St., Auditorium Center, Third Floor, Rochester 935-7173 • mjtstages.com Be in a show this summer—all experience levels and each session culminates in a full performance.
  • BEST FOOT FORWARD 100 Cobblestone Ct. Dr., Victor • 727-2438 Through the production of Beauty and the Beast and Aladdin participants from ages 5–15 will study dances, music, group choreography, vocal techniques, and perform acting exercises. Auditions will be held on the first day of camp and performances take place each Friday. There are four back-to-back sessions beginning July 12. 
  • MT ED (MUSICAL THEATRE EDUCATION) 4785 Lake Ave., Rochester • 802-1902 Campers will spend their days rehearsing for their chosen show, playing theater games, and participating in vocal, acting, and dance rehearsals. Runs 9 a.m.–4 p.m. to provide time for a longer lunch, in which campers will walk to Ontario Beach State Park.Before and after care is offered at no additional charge. Musicals offered for age 4 up through 10th grade. Productions include The Aristocats (July 5–15), 101 Dalmations (July 18–29), Night At The Wax Museum (July 19–30), The Jungle Book (August 1–12), School House Rock (July11–22), Cinderella (July 25–August 5), The Wizard of Oz (August 8–19), and Into the Woods (August 15–26).
  • ROC SUMMER THEATRE EXPERIENCE / OFC CREATIONS Kodak Center Studio Theater 200 West Ridge Rd., Rochester 667-0954 • ofccreations.com They offer camps for ages 4–7, focusing on skills in acting, singing, and dance. Campers will learn a short 12–15-minute full-stage production. Campers will be introduced to costumes, sets, props all while having fun on stage! Each camper is guaranteed a role in the show. Summer productions include Alice in Wonderland Pint Sized (July 5–9), Goldilocks And The Three Bears (July 25–30), The Tortoise And The Hare Pint Sized (August 1–6), and Snow White Pint Sized (August 15–20). Also offers camps for kids ages 7–12. Children will be introduced to every aspect of theater. Productions include Madagascar (July 5–16), The Lion King (July 11–23), The Sound of Music (July 18–30), Moana (July 25–August 6), The Wizard of Oz (August 1–13), Frozen Jr. (August 8–20), and Velveteen Rabbit (August 22–27). Teen camps offered for ages 13– 18. Campers work alongside professional directors and designers while learning different styles of dance and new genres of vocal selections. Productions include You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown (July 5–9), Heathers: Teen Edition (July 11–23), The Addams Family: School Edition (July 25–August 6), Something Rotten (August 1–13), and Head Over Heels: School Edition (August 15–27).