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SUMMER PROGRAMS FOR YOUTH

SUMMER 2011 Introduction Page 2 Day Camps Pages 3 - 4 Enrichment Programs Pages 5 - 7 Volunteer and Community Service Page 8 Theater, Art, Dance and Music Pages 9 - 11 Sports Camps and Programs Pages 12 - 22 Baseball 12 Basketball 12 – 13 Boxing 13 Cheerleading 13 - 14 Field Hockey 14

Football 14 Golf 14 - 15 Gymnastics 15 Ice Hockey 15 Ice Skating 15

Lacrosse 16 Martial Arts 16 Skateboard 16 Soccer 17 - 18 Softball 18 Swimming 18 - 19 Tennis 19 - 20 Track 20 Volleyball 20 - 21 Wrestling 21

Other 21 - 22

Introduction Finding affordable, interesting activities for youth, especially those in middle school, during the summer can be challenging. The Stratford Youth and Family Advisory Board, in cooperation with Stratford Community Services, has compiled this listing to help Stratford families find area programs for their children. Although this is not an exhaustive list of every program, it does provide direction for youth and their families looking for summer activities. Families can also call 211 for information and referrals for programs and services. This is not an endorsement or recommendation of the programs listed. It is up to families to determine what program best meets their needs. The Stratford Youth and Family Advisory Board is committed to developing additional summer programs and activities. If you have any suggestions regarding summer youth programs or to improve this listing, please contact Stratford Community Services at 203.385.4095. Additional copies are also available through Stratford Community Services.

Jocelyn Ault Collin Anderson Co-Chairs

Stratford Youth and Family Advisory Board March 2011

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Day Camps

STERLING PARK DAY CAMP – Sterling House Community Center Ages Pre-K (4 years old) – Grade 8 Location Sterling House Community Center Dates/Times June 27 – August 19, 2011 (4 2-week sessions) Closed July 5th

9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. for PreK and 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. for K - 8 Fees $300 per session per child plus Sterling House membership

Additional fee for extended hours from 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. Contact 203.378.2606 or www.sterlinghousecc.org

Limited scholarships available. COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING CHARACTER & LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT – Sterling House Community CenterAges Grades 9 - 12 Dates/Times May training sessions & work day camp weeks Fees $460 + $12 Sterling House Membership (if applicable) Contact Bob Wargo at 203.378.2606 X113 or [email protected] or www.sterlinghousecc.orgCandidates will be selected after interview. Call to schedule an interview. BIRDSEYE ADVENTURE CAMP - Stratford Recreation Department Ages 7 – 11 years Location Birdseye Municipal Complex Dates/Times June 27 - August 12, 2011 (7 1-week sessions – closed July 4)

9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fees $175 per session for first child, $85 per session for second child, $70 for third child

$30 extended hours 7:00 - 9:00 a.m. & $30 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. per session Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation Registration is March 2011 until full. Parent meeting is Wednesday, June 8, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. at the Birdseye Municipal Complex. OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CAMP - Stratford Recreation Department Ages 11 - 15 years Location Meet for trips at the Birdseye Municipal Complex Dates/Times June 27 – August 12, 2011 (excluding week of July 4 ~ 6 1-week sessions)

9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fees $225 per session

$30 extended hours 7:00 - 9:00 a.m. & $30 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. per session Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation Each week involves different outdoor adventures. Registration is March 2011 until full. Parent meeting is Thursday, June 2, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. at the Birdseye Municipal Complex. SUMMER LEARNING CAMP - Stratford Recreation Department Ages 7 - 12 years Location Birdseye Municipal Complex Dates/Times June 27 – August 5, 2011 (closed July 4)

9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Fees $100 for six weeks Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation A program for students with learning disabilities currently enrolled in a Stratford School System resource room. Registration is March 2011 until full at 20 children. Parent meeting is June 8, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. at Birdseye Municipal Complex.

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YMCA DAY CAMP - Stratford YMCA Ages 5 - 12 years (5-year-olds must have completed Kindergarten) Location Stratford YMCA Dates/Times June 27 - August 19, 2011 (4 2-week sessions)

9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fees $260 per session for facility members & $295 per session for program members

Extended hours available Contact Kyle Scrivines at 203.375.5844 or [email protected] or www.cccymca.org Registration begins on March 2011. COUNSELORS IN TRAINING – Stratford YMCA Ages 13 – and older Location Stratford YMCA Dates/Times June 27 - August 19, 2011 (4 2-week sessions)

9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fees $175per session for facility members & $195 per session for community members Contact Kyle Scrivines at 203.375.5844 or [email protected] or www.cccymca.org Call to schedule an interview. Teens are trained in basic childcare techniques and will gain experience working in a day camp setting. SUMMER DAY CAMPS – Central Connecticut Coastal YMCA Day Camps, Counselor-In-Training and many summer programs are offered at the following Y locations. Call directly or visit them online at www.cccymca.org: Bridgeport YMCA 203.334.5551 Fairfield YMCA 203.255.2834 Hamden/North Haven YMCA (Hamden) 203.248.6361 Lakewood Trumbull YMCA (Monroe) 203.445.9633 (transportation provided to camp) New Haven YMCA Youth Center 203.776.9622 Ralphola Taylor Community Center YMCA (Bridgeport) 203.576.7430 Soundview Family YMCA (Branford) 203.481.9622 Valley YMCA (Ansonia) 203.736.1435 Woodruff Family YMCA Milford/Orange (Milford) 203.878.6501 YMCA Camp Hi-Rock (Mt Washington, MA) 413.528.1222 (overnight program) SUMMER FUN - Fairfield Country Day School Ages K – Grade 7 Location Fairfield Country Day School, Fairfield Dates/Times Begins June 13, 2011 (8 1-week sessions)

9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Contact Leah Kostuk at 203.259-2723 or [email protected] or www.fairfieldcountryday.org Activities include athletics, arts and crafts, cooking, computers, music, swimming and barbecues.

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Enrichment Programs

FUNWORKS - Stratford Public Schools Ages Grades K - 8 Contact Greg Dobosz at [email protected] SUMMER SOIREE PROGRAM – South End Community Center Ages Ages 5 – 7 Location South End Community Center Dates/Times June 27 – August 19, 2011 (8 1-week sessions)

9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fees $150 per session for first child, $75 per session for second child, $60 for third child

$30 extended hours 7:00 - 9:00 a.m. & $30 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Contact Ty Sims at 203.377.0689 or [email protected] or www.townofstratford.com/secc Registration is March 2011 until full. STRATFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY HISTORY CAMP Ages Grades 4 – High School Location Judson House Contact 203.378.0630 or [email protected] YOUTH REVIEW BOARD – Stratford Library Association Ages Grades 7 - 12 Location Stratford Library Lovell Room Dates/Times Monthly – First Wednesday 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. Fees None Contact 203.385.4167 or www.stratford.lib.ct.us and click TEEN SERVICES DEPARTMENT Monthly group to read, write, review and recommend books. CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP – Stratford Library Association Ages Grades 9 - 12 Location Stratford Library Board Room Dates/Times Monthly – Second Monday 6:30. – 8:00 p.m. Fees None Contact 203.385.4167 or www.stratford.lib.ct.us and click TEEN SERVICES DEPARTMENT Monthly group of high school teens who love to write both prose and poetry and share their writings. New members are always welcome and bring a friend! SUMMER READING PROGRAM 2011 – Stratford Library Association Turn summer reading into eligibility for a prize. For more information, call 203.385.4167 or www.stratford.lib.ct.us and click TEEN SERVICES DEPARTMENT. VIDEOCASTING – Stratford Library Association Join high school and college teens in producing videocasts. For more information, call 203.385.4167 or www.stratford.lib.ct.us and click TEEN SERVICES DEPARTMENT. TEEN TUESDAYS – Stratford Library Association Ages Grades 7 - 12 Location Stratford Library Lovell Room Dates/Times Tuesdays

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6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Fees None Contact 203.385.4167 or www.stratford.lib.ct.us and click TEEN SERVICES DEPARTMENT ANIME CLUB – Stratford Library Association Ages Grades 7 - 12 Location Stratford Library Dates/Times Monthly – Second Tuesday 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. Fees None Contact 203.385.4167 or www.stratford.lib.ct.us and click TEEN SERVICES DEPARTMENT Monthly group of middle and high school teens who read anime and manga. PRESCHOOL & SUMMER MAD SCIENCE CLASSES – Stratford Recreation Department Ages Ages 3 years and older Location Birdseye Municipal Complex Dates/Times 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon ~ Dates to be announced Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation Mad Science offers science adventure, creative sleuths, robotics and explores scientific components of physics, motion and physical properties. SUMMER ENRICHMENT – Fairfield Country Day School Ages Grades 6 – 9 Location Fairfield County Day School, Fairfield Contact Rick Harrington at 203. 259.2723 or [email protected] or www.fcds.org SUMMER ADVENTURES - Schooner Inc. Ages Preschool – High School Location New Haven (on the shore and on the Quinnipiack vessel) Contact 203.865.1737 or www.schoonerinc.org SOUND SCIENTISTS – The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk Ages Ages 6 – 12 Location The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk Contact 203.852.0700 X1201 or www.maritimeaquarium.org OCEANCAMP AT PROJECT OCEANOLOGY – UConn Campus at Avery Point Ages Grades 4 – 12 Location UConn Campus at Avery Point, Groton Contact 1.860.445.9007 or www.oceanology.org MYSTIC CAMP – Mystic Seaport – The Museum of America and the Sea Ages 4 – 14 years Location Mystic Contact 1.888.572.5322 or www.mysticseaport.org COMPUTER CAMP/ID TECH CAMP – Sacred Heart University Ages 7 - 17 years Location Sacred Heart University Contact 1.888.709.8324 or www.internaldrive.com Hands-on technology - create video games, produce digital movies, design websites, program robots.

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INSTITUTE FOR READING DEVELOPMENT - Fairfield University Ages 4 - 18 Location Fairfield University Campus Contact Deborah Matthews at [email protected] To register, call 1.800.964.8888 Classes are taught by professional instructors from the Institute of Reading Development, a joint program with Fairfield University. This enrichment program is designed to foster a love of reading while improving comprehension, phonics, speed & study skills. NATIONAL COMPUTER CAMP – Fairfield University Ages 8– 18 years Location Fairfield University Contact 203.710.5771 or www.nccamp.com During the two daily instruction periods (9am-11am and 1pm-3pm) campers choose to focus for the week on one of the curriculum areas (2D and 3D video game design, computer languages, web page design, software applications, preparation for the A+ hardware certification and the Network+ certification). CONNECTICUT WRITING PROJECT AT FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY Call Christine Lawton at 254-2000 X3124 or [email protected] for program availability. SUMMER INSTITUTE FOR THE GIFTED-DAY PROGRAM Ages Grades K – 6 Contact 1.866.303.4744 or [email protected] or www.giftedstudy.com The program provides gifted students an exciting and challenging summer experience based on their abilities and interests. The courses include mathematics, sciences and humanities. SUMMER PROGRAM – Eagle Hill Southport Ages 6 – 14 years Location Eagle Hill, Southport Contact Jeff Ruggiero at [email protected] or www.eaglehillsouthport.org A structured, success-oriented learning environment that provides ongoing remedial assistance to help students.

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Volunteer & Community Service

YOUTH IN THE COMMUNITY – Sterling House Community Center Ages 13 – 18 years and in 7th – 12th grade Location Sterling House Community Center Contact Bob Wargo at 203.378.2606 X113 or [email protected] Youth interested in volunteering are referred to area volunteer opportunities. S.T.R.O.B.E. – Sterling House Community Center Ages 13 – 18 years old and in 7th – 12th grades Location Sterling House Community Center Contact Bob Wargo at 203.378.2606 X113 or [email protected] or

[email protected] or www.sterlinghousecc.orgStudents Reaching Out Beyond Education (S.T.R.O.B.E.) is a volunteer club. SUMMER OF SERVICE – Sterling House Community Center Ages Grades 8, 9, & 10 Dates/Times Generally, students have opportunities to volunteer from 3-10 hours per week

depending on their placement. Program runs the last week of June through the end of July, with the possibility of program continuing through the end of August this year.

Contact Bob Wargo at 203.378.2606 X113 or [email protected] or www.sterlinghousecc.org

YOUTH VOLUNTEER PROGRAM – Stratford Library Association Middle and high school students to earn high school credit, enhance college applications, meet other teens or just have fun! Call 203.385.4167 or visit www.stratfordlibrary.org for more information. TEEN VOLUNTEER PROGRAM – Stratford Recreation Department Ages Grades 8 – 12 Contact 203.385.4052 or visit www.townofstratford.com/recreation Various opportunities, hours and locations for volunteering.

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Theater, Art, Dance and Music

IN THE SPOTLIGHT- Stratford Community Services & Sterling House Community Center Ages 12 (or in 6th grade at audition) - 18 years (or in high school at audition) Location Birdseye Municipal Complex (auditions/rehearsals) Stratford Theater (rehearsals/performances) Dates/Times Auditions – June 2011

Rehearsals – June - August 2011 Monday - Thursday evenings Performances – August 4, 5, 6, 2011 @ 7:30 p.m. (tentative) Fees $100 Contact Lauren Osso at 203.385.4095 or [email protected] Youth interested in orchestra should also attend auditions. FUNWORKS - Stratford Public Schools Ages Grades K - 8 Contact Greg Dobosz at [email protected] THEATER CAMP – Stratford Recreation Department Ages Grades 1 - 8 Dates/Times June 27 – July 1, 2011 @ Eli Whitney School July 12 – 16, July 19 – 23, & July 26 –30, 2011 @ Longbrook Park 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon (No rain dates) Fees $40 for 1 Camp, $70 for 2 Camps, $25 per camp for 3 or more Contact 203.385.4250 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation SUMMER DANCE PROGRAM – Stratford Recreation Department Ages Ages 3 – 6 years Location Baldwin Center Dates/Times Tuesdays, July 12 – August 9, 2011 4:00 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. Fees $50 Contact 203.385.4250 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation DANCE CAMP – Stratford Recreation Ages Grades 1 - 8 Location Flood Middle School Dates/Times August 8 – 12, 2011 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon Fees $40 for 1 Camp, $70 for 2 Camps, $25 per camp for 3 or more Contact 203.385.4250 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation P3T STEP TEAM- Stratford Recreation Department Ages 12 – 17 years Contact 203.385.4095 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation SUMMER ENRICHMENT – The Little Red School of Art and Music Ages 5 – 16 years Location The Little Red School of Art and Music Contact 203.375.0692 or www.littleredschool.com Includes art technique, cartooning, airbrush, daytrips, and exposure to music. Private music or art lessons provided at additional cost.

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SUMMER THEATER - Playhouse On The Green Contact 203.333.3666 or www.playhouseonthegreen.org SUMMER DANCE INTENSIVE – Performing Arts Center of Connecticut Ages 7 – 16 years Location Trumbull Contact 203.372.2787 or www.PACofCT.comIn addition to dance, workshops in acting, voice, music instrumentation for various levels offered. THEATER CAMP – Performing Arts Center of Connecticut Ages 8 - 14 Location Trumbull Contact 203.372.2787 or www.PACofCT.com MISSOULA CHILDREN’S SUMMER THEATER WORKSHOP- Quick Center Ages Grades 1 – 12 Location Quick Center at Fairfield University, Fairfield Contact Box Office at 203.254.4010 or www.quickcenter.com or [email protected] A total of 60 young people participate in each session. A variety of roles are offered. MAUREEN HAMILL’S SUMMER CABARET WORKSHOP – Fairfield Theatre Company Ages 6 - 17 years Location Fairfield Theatre Company Contact 203.259.1036 or www.fairfieldtheatre.orgThis summer workshop teaches singing, dancing and musical comedy. Other programs include Theatre Camp, Jr. for children in Pre-K to Grade 3, TV auditioning class and Theatre Boot Camp for high school students. SUMMER MUSICAL THEATER CAMP – Long Hill United Methodist Church Call 203.261.4868 for information about program availability. SUMMER INTENSIVE – D’Valda & Sirco Dance Centre Ages 8 and up - Broadway Lights/ 9 and up - Dance Intensive Location D’Valda & Sirco Dance Center, Fairfield Contact 203.255.9440 or www.dsdance.com Previous dance experience required. Program packed with a variety of dance styles, singing, choreography, costuming, set production culminating in a fabulous show. SUMMER PROGRAMS – Neighborhood Music School Ages 4 - adult Location Neighborhood Music School, New Haven Contact 203 624.5189 or www.nmsmusicschool.org Arts, theater, band and jazz band camps offered and on-going instruction in music and dance. SUMMERDANCE 2011 – Connecticut Dance School Ages 3 – 18 years Location Connecticut Dance School, Fairfield Contact 203.384.2492 or www.ctdanceschool.com Levels of pre-ballet and ballet, pointe, modern, jazz, mime, choreography and theater for intermediate/advanced SUMMER JAZZ WORKSHOP – University College at Fairfield University Ages Middle school and high school students Location Fairfield University Contact Sandy Richardson at 203.254.4110 or www.fairfield.edu/ucsummer or 1.888.254.1566 Participants must have at least two years of experience on their instrument and have a basic music reading ability. The program combines jazz instruction, improvisation and theory.

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SUMMER WORKSHOPS FOR FILM & ACTING – New York Film Academy Ages 10 – 13 & 14 – 17 years Location New York City Contact 1.800.611.FILM or www.nyfa.com/hsTotal immersion workshops in film and acting during 1, 4, and 6 weeks. CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS – Creative Arts Workshop Ages Preschool – Adult Location New Haven Contact 203.562.4927 or www.creativeartsworkshop.org The Workshop is a learning center for professional and amateur artists and devoted to education in visual arts.

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Sports Camps and Programs

BASEBALL BASEBALL SPORTS CAMP - Stratford Recreation Department Ages Grades 1 – 8 Location Longbrook Park Dates/Times July 25 – 29, 2011

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon Fees $40 for 1 Camp, $70 for 2 Camps, $30 per camp for 3 camps or more Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation Registration is March until full. BULLDOG BASEBALL CAMP – Bunnell High School Ages Boys 6-14 years Location Bunnell High School Contact Scott Szturma at [email protected] Applications are available in the main office at Bunnell High School. BASEBALL CAMPS – Future Stars Sports Academy Ages Variety of age divisions for boys & girls ages 5 – 15 at various locations Contact 203.926.6822 or www.FutureStarsSportsAcademy.net BASEBALL SUMMER CAMP – Baseball World Training School Ages 5 – 15 years Location Wakeman Field, Westport Contact 203.984.2500 or www.baseballworldtrainingschool.com This instructional program emphasizes the fundamental skills, drills and strategies.

BASKETBALL

BASKETBALL SPORTS CAMP - Stratford Recreation Department Ages Grades 1 – 8 Location Short Beach Dates/Times August 1 – 5, 2011

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon Fees $40 for 1 Camp, $70 for 2 Camps, $30 per camp for 3 camps or more Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation Registration is March 2011 until full. LADY BULLDOG GIRLS BASKETBALL CAMP - Bunnell High School Ages Grades 4 - 9 Location Bunnell High School Contact Jeremy O’Connell at 203.364.1323 or email at [email protected] will be on proper shooting, ball handling, passing and catching, rebounding, defense, conditioning and basketball knowledge and concepts. BOYS BULLDOG BASKETBALL CAMP - Bunnell High School Ages Grades 4 - 9 Location Bunnell High School

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Contact Bunnell High School Boys Basketball, Pat Yerina, at 203.331.2348 or [email protected]. The camp teaches the fundamentals of basketball along with games and contests. Fee includes T-shirt. Awards ceremony each Friday. DRILLS & SKILLS SUMMER BASKETBALL LEAGUE – Stratford Recreation Department Ages Grades 1 – 8 Location Birdseye Municipal Complex Dates/Times Mondays & Wednesdays, June 20 – July 27, 2011 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Fees $40 includes t-shirt Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation Registration is March 2010 until full. BASKETBALL CAMP – Future Stars Sports Academy Ages 5 – 15 years Location St. Joseph High School, Trumbull Contact 203.926-6822 or www.FutureStarsSportsAcademy.net THE JOE FRAGER BASKETBALL CAMP – Fairfield University Ages Girls grades 2 – 12 Location Fairfield University Contact Aliya Cox at 203.254.4000 X2326 or [email protected] THE ED COOLEY BASKETBALL ACADEMY – Fairfield University Ages Boys 6 – 14 years (who have not entered 9th grade) Location Fairfield University Contact Tyson Wheeler at 203.254.4000 X2103 or [email protected] NIKE BOYS BASKETBALL CAMP –Sacred Heart University Ages 8 – 18 years Location Sacred Heart University Contact 1.800.NikeCamps or www.ussportscamps.comDirected by Sacred Heart Men’s Basketball Head Coach Dave Bike. NIKE GIRLS BASKETBALL CAMP – Sacred Heart University Ages 8 – 17 years Location Sacred Heart University, Fairfield Contact 1.800.NikeCamps or www.USSportsCamps.com Directed by Sacred Heart Women’s Basketball Coach Ed Swanson.

BOXING Contact Stratford Recreation at 203.385.4095 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation.

CHEERLEADING CHEERLEADING SPORTS CAMP - Stratford Recreation Department Ages Grades 1 – 8 Location Longbrook Park Dates/Times June 27 – July 1, 2011 July 11 – 15, 2011

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon Fees $40 for 1 Camp, $70 for 2 Camps, $30 per camp for 3 camps or more Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreationRegistration March 2011 until full.

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CHEERLEADING CAMP - Bunnell High School Ages Girls entering grades 1 – 8 Location Bunnell High School Contact Laura Coletti at 203.335.6688 Staffed by Bunnell High School cheerleaders under the direction of Bunnell High School Cheerleading Coach, Laura Coletti. CHEERLEADING CAMP - Future Stars Sports Academy Ages Girls 5 – 10 yearsContact 203.926.6822 or www.FutureStarsSportsAcademy.net

FIELD HOCKEY

NIKE FIELD HOCKEY CAMP – Fairfield University Ages 10 – 18 years Location Fairfield University, Fairfield Contact 1.800.645.3226 or www.USSportsCamps.com

FOOTBALL

FOOTBALL SPORTS CAMP - Stratford Recreation Department Ages Grades 1 - 8 Location Longbrook Park Dates/Times July 11 – 15, 2011

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon Fees $40 for 1 Camp, $70 for 2 Camps, $30 per camp for 3 camps or more Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation This is non-contact football. Registration is March 2011 until full. BULLDOG FOOTBALL CAMP – Bunnell High School Ages 7 – 15 years Location Bunnell High School Contact Coach Bruno at [email protected] or 203.767.6668 FOOTBALL CAMP – Future Stars Sports Academy Ages Boys ages 8 – 15 years at various locations Contact 203.926.6822 or www.FutureStarsSportsAcademy.net No equipment required.

GOLF GOLF LESSONS – Sterling House Community Center Ages Youth to Adult Location Golf Center of Connecticut, Shelton Dates/Times Ongoing Contact Bill O’Brien at 378-2606 X106 or [email protected] or www.sterlinghousecc.org GOLF DAY CAMP – U.S. Sports Camps Ages 9 – 17 years Contact 1.800.NikeCamps or www.USSportscamps.comDirected by Tom Rosati, PGA member and Head Golf Professional at Great River Golf Club. GULL’S LANDING MINIATURE GOLF COURSE – Stratford Recreation Department Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation.

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BULLDOG GOLF CAMP – Bunnell High School Ages Grades 4 – 7 Contact Greg Dobosz at 203.385.4229 NIKE JR GOLF CAMP – Sacred Heart University Ages 10 – 18 years Contact www.USSportsCamps.com or 1.800.645.3226 NIKE ADVANCED PLAYERS SCHOOL – Sacred Heart University Ages 10 – 18 years Location Sacred Heart University Contact www.USSportsCamps.com or 1.800.645.3226 JUNIOR GOLF CAMP – Sports Center of Connecticut Ages All Contact 203.929.6500 or www. SportsCenterCT.com Concentrates on the fundamentals: swing, grip, stance, posture and alignment, and then focuses on approach shots, chipping, putting and sand play. Mini-golf course also open. Group lessons (4 1-hour lessons) available.

GYMNASTICS POLLY’S SCHOOL OF GYMNASTICS For information, call 203.375.3244. Classes for preschoolers through high school students. SUMMER CAMP 2010 – Next Dimension Gymnastics Ages 5 and up & ½ day options for preschoolers ages 3-5 Location Trumbull Contact 203.372.3222 Fun, crafts, games, dance, movies, t-shirt and, of course lots of gymnastics.

ICE HOCKEY HOCKEY CAMPS – The Rinks at Shelton Ages Various ages and times Location The Rinks at Shelton Contact 203.929.6500 or www.SportsCenterCT.com HOCKEY CAMP – Stamford Twin Rinks Variety of weekly camps designed for beginners through elite (travel) levels. For information, call 203.968.9000 X14 or www.StamfordTwinRinks.com

ICE SKATING

SUMMER FIGURE SKATING CAMP – The Rinks at Shelton Ages Learn to Skate (level 2 and up) Pre-preliminary to novice level skaters Location The Rinks at Shelton Contact 203.929.6500 or www.SportsCenterCT.com SUMMER CAMPS – Stamford Twin Rinks For information, call 203.968.9000 or www.stamfordtwinrinks.com.

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LACROSSE NIKE BOYS LACROSSE CAMPS – Sacred Heart University Ages 8 – 18 years Location Sacred Heart University, Fairfield Contact www.USSportsCamps.com or 1800.645.3226 GAME BREAKER LACROSSE CAMPS – Lax Camps Ages Grades 3-12, boys/girls divisions Location Fairfield Contact www.laxcamps.com or 1.800.944.7112 BLUE CHIP LACROSSE CAMP – Fairfield University Ages Boys grades 11 – 12 Location Fairfield University Contact 203.337.9667 or www.bluechiplax.com or [email protected] LACROSSE CAMP - FUTURE STARS SPORTS ACADEMY Ages 5 – 15 years, boys and girls Contact 203.926.6822 or www.FutureStarsSportsAcademy.net Lacrosse equipment required.

MARTIAL ARTS SUMMER KARATE CLASSES – Stratford Recreation Department Location Flood Middle School Dates July 6 – 27 & August 1 – 17, 2011 Schedule Beginner ages 4 – 6 years, Monday & Wednesday 5:15 – 5:45 p.m. $37 - $49 Advanced ages 4 – 6 years, Monday & Wednesday 5:45 – 6:15 p.m.$37 - $49 Beginner ages 7 years and up, Monday, Wednesday & Friday 6:30 – 7:20 p.m. $48 - $64 Advanced ages 7 years and up, Monday & Wednesday, 7:30 – 8:20 p.m. $48 - $64 Black Belt Mondays 8:30 – 9:00 p.m. Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation KARATE CLASSES – Academy of Kempo Martial Arts Classes for Little Dragons, Preteens, Junior Adults and Adults held in Stratford. Call 203.375-8444 for more information.

SKATEBOARD SKATE BOARD SPORT CAMP – Stratford Recreation Department Ages Grades 1 – 8 Location Short Beach Dates/Times August 15 – 19, 2011 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon Fees $40 for 1 Camp, $70 for 2 Camps, $30 per camp for 3 camps or more Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreationRegistration is March 2011 until full. SKATE PARK – Stratford Recreation Department Location Short Beach Complex Days/Times Daily from 8:00 a.m. to dusk Contact 203. 385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreationRoller blades and skateboards. Must provide own safety equipment of helmet, knee and wrist pads.

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SOCCER

SOCCER SPORTS CAMP - Stratford Recreation Department Ages Grades 1 - 8 Location Longbrook Park Dates/Times June 27 – July 12, 2011

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon Fees $40 for 1 Camp, $70 for 2 Camps, $30 per camp for 3 camps or more Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation Registration is March 2011 until full. KICK START YOUTH SOCCER CLINIC– Sterling House Community Center Ages Grades 4 – 6 Location Honeyspot House or Birdseye Municipal Complex Field Dates/Times June 27 – July 1, 2011 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Fees $10 donation Contact Bill O’Brien at 203.378.2606 X106 or [email protected] Organized and conducted by high school soccer players. Priority given to youth living in South End neighborhood. Participants receive soccer ball, shin guards and T-shirt. VICTORY SOCCER SCHOOLS Ages 6 – 16 years Location Stratford and neighboring communities Contact Elias Zurita at 203.375.4142, Bob Dikranian at 203.481.2715, Armand Dikranian at 203.452.8099 or www.victory-soccer.com Youth improve their skills and understanding of soccer, have fun playing, and benefit from role models. NIKE BOYS SOCCER CAMP – Sacred Heart University Ages 6 - 18 years Location Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, CT Contact 1800.NikeCamps or www.USSportsCamps.com Directed by Sacred Heart Head Soccer Coach Joe Barroso. PLANET SOCCER CAMP – Fairfield University Ages 6 - 15 years Location Fairfield University, Fairfield Contact Carl Rees 203.254.4000 X3422 or [email protected] Campers will learn various technique sessions, games, and competition. SOCCER CAMP – Future Stars Sports Academy Ages 5 – 9 years Location St. Joseph High School, Trumbull Contact 203.926-6822 or www.FutureStarsSportsAcademy.netCleats and shin guards required. NIKE GIRLS SOCCER CAMP – Sacred Heart University Ages 6 - 18 years Location Sacred Heart University, Fairfield Contact 1.800.645.3226 or www.USSportsCamps.com Directed by Sacred Heart University Head Soccer Coach, Kim Banner. CARL REES’ ELITE ACADEMY – Fairfield University Ages Boys 11 – 18 years Location Fairfield University

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Contact Carl Rees 203.254.4000 X3422 or [email protected] The overall goal is to provide top-level technical and tactical training for the advanced high school and college bound player. ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE ELITE GIRLS SOCCER CAMP – Fairfield University Ages Girls 5 – 18 years Location Fairfield University Contact Laura Duncan, 203.254.4000 X2943 or e-mail at [email protected] will be taught about the strength and conditioning aspect of the game as well as participate in a session by Fairfield strength and conditioning coach. Players will play games against local teams and be evaluated by coaches from the Northeast.

SOFTBALL GIRLS’ YOUTH SOFTBALL CLINIC – Stratford Recreation Department Ages 5 - 15 years Location Longbrook Park Dates/Times Mondays & Wednesdays, June 6 – July 27, 2011

6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Fees $75 includes T-shirt Contact 203.385.4250 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation Registration is March 2011 until full. SOFTBALL SPORTS CAMP - Stratford Recreation Department Ages Grades 1 - 8 Location Longbrook Park Dates/Times July 25 - 29, 2011

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon Fees $40 for 1 Camp, $70 for 2 Camps, $30 per camp for 3 camps or more Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation Registration is March 2011 until full.

NIKE SOFTBALL CAMP – Fairfield University Ages Girls 7 - 18 years Location Fairfield University, Fairfield Contact Julie Brzezinski at 203.254.4000 X2368, or e-mail at [email protected] Directed by Fairfield Head Coach Julie Brzezinski. SOFTBALL CAMP – Future Stars Sports Academy Ages Girls 9 – 15 years Location St. Joseph High School, Trumbull Contact 203.926.6822 or www.FutureStarsSportsAcademy.netGlove and cleats required.

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SWIMMING – Stratford Recreation Department Short and Long Beach have lifeguards on duty daily from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. June 18 – Labor Day, 2011. LONGBROOK WADING POOL – Stratford Recreation Department Open daily from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. for children age 9 and under from July 4 – Labor Day 2011. Closed from 1:00 – 1:30 p.m. SUMMER FLOOD POOL LESSONS – Stratford Recreation Department Ages All

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Location Flood Middle School Dates/Times Session I June 27 – July 8, 2011 Session II July 11 – 21, 2011 Session III July 25 – August 4, 2011 Fees $30/one half hour lesson & $35/one full hour lesson Contact 203.385.4250 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation EVENING SUMMER SWIM LESSONS – Stratford Recreation Department Ages All Location Flood Middle School @ 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Short Beach Park @ 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Dates/Times Tuesdays & Thursdays, June 28 – August 4, 2011 Fees $30/one half hour lesson & $35/one full hour lesson Contact 203.385.4250 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation SWIM LESONS FOR YOUTH – Sterling House Community Center Ages 3 – 8 years Contact 203.378.2606 or visit www.sterlinghousecc,org SUMMER SWIM OPPORTUNITIES - Stratford YMCA Ages 6 months to adult Location Stratford YMCA Contact Kyle Scrivines at 203.375-5844 or [email protected] . NIKE SWIMMING CAMP – Fairfield University Ages Boys & Girls 10 – 18 years Location Fairfield University, Fairfield Contact Bill Farley at 203.254.4000 X3949 or [email protected]. Directed by the Fairfield University Head Swim Coach Bill Farley.

TENNIS SUMMER OUTDOOR TENNIS CLINIC – Stratford Recreation Department Location Flood Middle School Courts Dates/Times Session 1: June 21 – July 12, 2011

Session 2: July 26 – August 16, 20110 Schedule Ages 4 – 5 years 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. $49 Ages 6 – 9 years 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. $79 Ages 10 – 13 years 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. $79 Contact 203.385.4250 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation Registration is March 2011 until full. QUICKSTART TENNIS SPORTS CAMP – Stratford Recreation Department Ages Grades 1- 8 Location Johnson House Tennis Courts Dates/Times July 5 – 8, 2011

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon Fees $40 for 1 Camp, $70 for 2 Camps, $30 per camp for 3 camps or more Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation Registration is March 2011 until full. SUMMER TENNIS CAMP – Stratford Recreation Department Ages 5 – 13 years Location Bunnell High School Tennis Courts Dates/Times June 27 – August 4, 2011 ~ Monday - Thursday

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9:00 - 11:30 a.m. Fees $125 per session Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation Registration is March 2011 until full. SUMMER TENNIS CLINIC – Stratford Recreation Department Ages 5 – 13 years Location Bunnell High School Tennis Courts Dates/Times June 27 – August 4, 2011 ~Monday – Thursday

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Fees $79 per session Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation Registration is March 2011 until full. NIKE TENNIS CAMP – Sacred Heart University Ages 7 - 18 years Location Sacred Heart University, Fairfield Contact 1.800.645.3226 or www.USSportsCamps.com Camp directed by Sacred Heart Tennis Head Coach Mike Guastelle in an energetic and positive learning environment.

SUMMER TOURNAMENT TRAINING CAMP – Trumbull Racquet Club Ages 6 years and up Location Trumbull Racquet Club, Trumbull Contact 203.374.8622 or http://trumbullracquet.com SUMMER PROGRAMS – Tennis Club of Trumbull Ages 5 years and up Location Trumbull Contact 203.268.3030 or www.tcttennis.com

TRACK

TRACK SPORTS CAMP - Stratford Recreation Department Ages Grades 1 - 8 Location Bunnell High School Dates/Times August 8 – 12, 2010

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon Fees $40 for 1 Camp, $70 for 2 Camps, $30 per camp for 3 camps or more Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation Registration is March 2011 until full. JUNIOR TRACK LEAGUE - Stratford Recreation Department Ages Ages 8 – 15 years Location Bunnell High School track Dates/Times Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 12 – August 18, 2011

6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Fees $60 Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation Registration is March 2011 until full.

VOLLEYBALL VOLLEYBALL SPORTS CAMP – Stratford Recreation Department Ages Grades 1 – 8

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Location Short Beach Dates/Times July 18 – 22, 2011

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon Fees $40 for 1 Camp, $70 for 2 Camps, $30 per camp for 3 camps or more Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation Registration is March 2011 until full. NIKE VOLLEYBALL CAMP – Fairfield University Ages Girls 10 – 18 years Location Fairfield University, Fairfield Contact Alija Pittenger at 203.254.4000 X2362 or Sarah Grella at 203.254.4000 X2360

WRESTLING WRESTLING SPORTS CAMP – Stratford Recreation Department Ages Grades 1 – 8 Location Stratford High School Dates/Times July 18 – 22, 2011

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon Fees $40 for 1 Camp, $70 for 2 Camps, $30 per camp for 3 camps or more Contact 203.385-4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation Registration is March 2011 until full.

OTHER FUNWORKS - Stratford Public Schools Ages Grades K - 8 Location Wooster Middle School Contact Greg Dobosz at [email protected] P3T STEP TEAM- Stratford Recreation Department Ages 12 – 17 years Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation SOUNDVIEW SPORTS CAMP – Sacred Heart University Ages Girls & Boys 6 – 14 years Location St. Luke’s School, New Canaan Contact 203.371.6161 or www.soundviewsports.com A multi-sport program with baseball, flag football, soccer, lacrosse, basketball, golf, tennis, volleyball and field hockey. Space is limited. MULTI-SPORTS CAMP – Stratford Recreation Department Ages 5 – 14 years Location Birdseye Municipal Complex Dates/Times July 18 – July 22, 2011 & August 8 – 12, 2011

Ages 5 – 7: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. ~ $149 Ages 7 – 14: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (Fridays end at 1:00 p.m.) ~ $169 Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreationYouth experience over 15 different sports from around the world with U.S. Sports Institute. Registration is March 2011 until full. Extended hours available if requested by 10 or more. SPORT SQUIRTS MINI SPORT CAMP – Stratford Recreation Department Ages 3- 5 years Location Birdseye Municipal Complex Dates/Times July 18 – July 22 & August 8 – 12, 2011

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4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Fees $89 per session Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreationThe U.S. Sports Institute Sport Squirts introduces a variety of sports such as soccer, t-ball, basketball, and hockey. Registration is March 2011 until full. SUMMER YOUTH TRAVELERS – Stratford Recreation Department Ages 5 – 12 years Location Based at Birdseye Municipal Complex Dates/Times August 22 – 26, 2011 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Fees $175, $85 2nd child, $70 3rd child Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation Each day travelers visit a different place such as CT Rock Gym, Lake Compounce, Quassy Amusement Park, Hartford Science Center and roller skating. Registration is March 2011 until full. A parent meeting is August 6, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at the Birdseye Municipal Complex. Extended hours available if requested by ten or more. PLAYGROUNDS – Stratford Recreation Department Ages 5 – 15 years Location Honeyspot House, Wilcoxson School, Second Hill LaneSchool, Franklin School, Eli Whitney

School, Short Beach. Dates/Times June 27 – August 11, 2011 (except July 4, 2011) 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., weather permitting Fees $5 includes T-shirt Contact 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation This is not a day camp program – youth are free to sign at any time and leave. Activities include arts & crafts, sports and field trips. There are additional charges for certain trips and crafts. Registration begins March 2011. PLAYGROUND CARNIVAL – Stratford Recreation Department The Stratford Recreation Department Playground Carnival will benefit a local charity. Rides, games, and special activities at Boothe Memorial Park for a day of fun on August 3, 2011 and rain date August 4, 2011. Admission is $1. For information, call 203.385.4052 or www.townofstratford.com/recreation. HI–ROCK SLEEP-AWAY CAMP – YMCA Located in Massachusetts, the YMCA Camp Hi-Rock is a traditional coed sleep-away camp with over 30 program areas to choose from. Campers can stay for as short as one week or as long as eight weeks. Transportation is offered from Southern CT, and financial assistance is available to those who qualify. There is also a family camp session in August. Local open houses will be held at local YMCA locations. For information, call (413) 528 – 1227 or www.camphirock.com. SPORTS CENTER OF CONNECTICUT Located in Shelton, the Sports Center of Connecticut has a driving range, mini-golf course, batting cages and ice rinks. For information, call 203.929-6500 or www. SportsCenterCT.com . THE SPORTS ZONE Located in Trumbull, the Sports Zone offers indoor sports camps and clinics. Call 203.268.1214 or www.thesportszone.net. MY GYM CHILDREN’S FITNESS CENTER Locations in Fairfield, Stamford, Milford and Norwalk, My Gym has summer camps for youth ages 2 ¾ - 8 years. For more information, call 203.256.0496 or www.my-gym.com. GYMBOREE LEARNING CENTER Located in Milford, the Gymboree Learning Center Program focuses on fundamental activities that will help build cognitive, social, and physical skills in children. From first born to first grade there are classes to help child development. For information, call 203.877.9856 or www.gymboree.com.

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