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Senior Camp
(Campers entering 4th, 5th, 6th, and 7th Grades)
Cardinal, Blue Jay, & Leopard Groups — Staff-to-Camper Ratio: 1:10
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We understand that our Senior campers are at that important age where they want to experience activities designed especially for Tweens and not their younger brothers and sisters. That’s why Senior campers will, once again, head off-campus to St. David’s Sports Center (215 East 94th Street, between Second and Third Avenues) for most of each day to participate in age-appropriate sports and competitive games before heading back to Asphalt Green for swim instruction, special events and dismissal.
St. David’s facilities include two gymnasiums, gymnastics/martial arts mini gym, pneumatic strength center, open-air roof deck, and changing rooms.
During the day, campers work collaboratively in groups to engage in sports and creative arts. Senior campers are led by staff members who serve as both counselors and coaches. This unique experience allows the counselors to teach important social skills through sports, activities and daily interactions.
Senior Camp Swim Instruction
Instructor- Counselor-to-Swimmer Ratios for Senior Camp: 1:8
Swim instruction for Senior campers is tailored to suit their age and skill level. Swimmers are evaluated and sorted by ability level. New swimmers work on swimming fundamentals, while more experienced ones work to refine basic skills and progress to more advanced levels. In addition, Senior campers will enjoy recreational swim after their lessons.
Senior Camp Sports Instruction
Senior campers will receive sports instruction in baseball/softball, basketball, flag football and soccer at St. David’s Sports Center. Over the course of the summer, they will develop new skills, enhance skills they already have, and participate in friendly, competitive games. All Senior Camp sports activities are designed with campers of both genders in mind.
Specialty Activities & Camp Favorites
Senior campers enjoy specialty activities, such as arts & crafts, yoga, martial arts, and circus arts. We’re pleased to announce the return of circus arts, which was met with great enthusiasm last summer. The program introduces acrobatics, tumbling, juggling, stilt-walking, and clowning. In addition, all Senior campers participate in fun special events such as interactive performances and concerts, as well as a festive Camp Carnival at the end of the summer.
Senior Camp Electives
Senior campers will have the opportunity to take ownership of a part of their daily schedule by choosing an elective activity during the afternoon. Electives may include board games, ping pong, capture the flag, and sports-related games.
Trips
Trip Ratio: 1:5 for all groups
Twice a week, senior campers take a recreational and/or educational trip within the tri-state area. These trips are both fun and active, and planned with the various age-appropriate divisions in mind. Senior campers also experience a full-day Outdoor Bound trip in addition to a weekly all-camp trip. Trips may include low ropes, canoeing, hiking, and orienteering.