Recreational Summer Specialty Camps

Tennis Camp
This is the perfect opportunity for your child to learn a lifelong sport in a fun and recreational way. This active program will give your child the opportunity to learn the fundamental skills of tennis. Players will be taught the rules of the game and will work on their forehand, backhand, and much more!
ESSEX HIGH SCHOOL / MON–FRI, 9AM–12PM
ENTERING GRADES 4–6: JUNE 16–20 OR JULY 21–25
ENTERING GRADES 1–3: JULY 14–18 OR AUGUST 11–15
$145
USTA

Chess Wizards Camp
Keep your brain turned on… with chess, fun and games all summer long! Join us this Summer for tons of challenging chess lessons, exciting games, and cool prizes. You’ll improve your chess skills, meet new friends, and work out your most powerful muscle — your brain!
ENTERING GRADES K–8 / FLEMING LEARNING CENTER
MON–THU, JUNE 30–JULY 3
MORNING SESSION: 9AM–12PM / $257
AFTERNOON SESSION: 12–3PM / $257
ALL DAY OPTION: 9AM–3PM / $350
CHESS WIZARDS STAFF

Archery Camp
Participants will learn to aim, shoot, and score as they develop the self-discipline and confidence needed to become top-notch archers. Safety, basic skills and fundamentals will be taught through individual instruction, shooting and team building drills.
ENTERING GRADES 3–7 / MAPLE STREET PARK
MON–FRI, JULY 21–25 OR JULY 28–AUGUST 1
1–2PM OR 2:30–3:30PM
$95
PELKEY’S ARCHERY

Minor Catastrophes Roller Derby Camp
Green Mountain Roller Derby presents the Minor Catastrophes’ Roller Derby Camp for all gendered youth 2nd-12th grade. Campers will be able to learn how to roller skate, learn the basics of roller derby and have a safe place to explore a new sport in a supportive environment. We’ll learn new skills, play games, and grow confidence. Learning new things can be scary but GMRD trainers will be there to help you have fun on your skates! Campers will need to bring a mouthguard, skates, knee pads, and a snack/lunch. A limited amount of loaner gear is available upon request.
ENTERING GRADES 2–12 / ESSEX HIGH SCHOOL RINK
MON–FRI, JULY 21–25 / 9AM–1PM
$125
GMRD SKATERS

Mountain Bike Camp
Our 5-day MTB camps offer riding fundamentals and skills progression for riders ages 8-13, whether they’re just starting off or looking to take riding to the next level. Camps will be based out of Maple Street Bike Park and local trails like Saxon Hill or Catamount and led by our professional program staff. Pick up/drop off locations will be determined based on trial conditions, but Monday will start at Maple Street Park! Bikes are available to use at no cost!
ENTERING GRADES 4–9
MAPLE STREET PARK, CATAMOUNT, & SAXON HOLLOW
MON–FRI, JULY 14-18 (Date adjusted after brochure publication) OR AUGUST 11–15 / 9AM–12PM
$175
AARON MASON & ELLIOTT RIGGEN