All instructors for the gymnastics program have several years of experience teaching beginner gymnasts as well as team athletes and have completed the USA Gymnastics National Safety Certification program.

The Saint Ann's Summer Gymnastics Program is open to current first through eighth graders. Seventh and eighth graders have the option of a half day, gymnastics-only program. Students in the full day program should bring their lunches and lots of energy for the afternoon.

Staff

The program will be directed by Carolyn Lattimer. Carolyn is the head coach for the Saint Ann's gymnastics teams.

The Soccer Program is open to children entering second through sixth grades.

DRIBBLE, PASS, HEAD, KICK, SCORE!

Various drills will cover all aspects of the sport, from practicing individual techniques to playing mini-games. Activities will be tailored to the needs of individual students at all levels from beginner to experienced.

DAILY ROUTINE

Students will gather in the morning at Saint Ann's School and take a private bus to the soccer fields at Red Hook, approximately 15 minutes away. Occasionally, we will use Cadman Plaza as well. We spend two hours at the fields, returning to school at 12:00PM for lunch. In the event of inclement weather, we will use one of the gym spaces at school. Shin guards are required for all soccer players and will be provided by the school; soccer cleats are recommended but not required. A change of clothes for use after practice is also recommended! All students will swim in the afternoon and join the other campers for the Friday trip program.

STAFF

The program will be directed by Jackson Collins. He will be assisted by several Saint Ann's high school soccer players.

Baseball (July 9- July 20)

The Baseball Program starts the second session and is open to children entering 2nd. through 6th. grade and offers an enjoyable way for campers to practice and improve their skills.

Catch, Throw, Pitch, Swing...Hit!

Campers practice fielding and throwing skills, take batting practice, and learn game strategies. In addition, there will be daily games. Instruction is always tailored to camper's age and ability. For safety reasons, we use baseballs that are softer than regulation baseballs.

Daily Routine

Campers gather in the morning at Saint Ann's and take a private bus to the baseball fields at nearby Red Hook. We spend two hours at the fields and return by noon for lunch. On rainy days we use one of the gym spaces at school.

Campers are expected to bring their own gloves. Baseball cleats are neither required nor necessary. A change of clothes for use after practice is recommended.

Staff

Chris Richter(Saint Ann's Boys JV Baseball Coach)

Our campers will have the chance to play and learn more about this popular and exciting game. The program is open to students entering the second through sixth grades.

Dribble, Pass, Shoot, SCORE!

Fundamental drills will cover all aspects of the sport, including partner and team cooperation as well as individual technical skills. All levels, beginner to experienced, are welcome, and hoops set at different heights will give even the youngest players the chance to dunk.

Daily Routine

Students will meet in the morning at Saint Ann's School, where they will be divided into groups according to the day's activity. Both the big gym on the 12th floor and the gym space in the Undercroft will be used for the three-hour activity period, which will include plenty of breaks for water and snacks. Lunch at 12:00PM will followed by swimming, and the basketball players will join the rest of the campers on Fridays for trips.

Staff

The program will be directed by Quincy Vance. Quincy played college ball for Middle Tennessee State University and professional ball for TV Langen in Frankfurt, Germany. He currently coaches our girls' varsity team. He will be assisted by high school students.

Our arts program offers interested campers the chance for more concentrated involvement in the arts.

Choice of Activities

We offer Arts & Crafts, Drama, and Computers. Campers choose up to two activities on which to concentrate for at least one week of the session. This focus allows the students time to immerse themselves in their projects, whether in visual arts, stage performance, computing skills, or any combination of these. All activities will be calibrated to challenge skill levels from beginner to advanced.

Daily Routine

Two counselors for each activity will meet campers in the main building and take them to the appropriate space. Each day's two activity periods will be separated by a 45 minute break for snacks, story reading, singing or free time. Lunch is at 12 PM, followed by free time in the park and swimming. All campers will take part in the Friday trip program.

Staff

Arts & Craft: Roberta Nelson & Asia Bukszpan

Drama: tba

Computer: Nan Riley

Counselors: Søren Madsen, Susan Lynch and Bill Paszke

SCIENCE PROGRAM

Open to students entering grades five through seven, the Science Program gives campers the opportunity to learn more about the natural world.  The program takes place during the first two weeks of the first session and will offer different topics each week.   

This program is for students who love science and want ample time to pursue projects and topics that build further on our school year science curriculum.  We combine academic research, field work, and laboratory activities with relevant arts and crafts projects. 

Science camp is two weeks long and students may sign up for either or both weeks.  Topics may include seed germination, chemistry of cooking, geology, and marine mammals.  Please note that due to planning needs registration for Science Camp is May 1st.  If registration is inadequate by that date part or the entire program may be cancelled. 

Daily Routine:

Mornings are devoted to laboratory activities and small-group research projects.  Students join the other campers for lunch and playtime in the park from 12-1 PM, then return to the science classroom for subject-related games, puzzles, art projects, and films.

Staff

Sarah Richards and Liz Velikonja will jointly teach the Science Program