The Counselor In Training Program (CIT) is a hands-on leadership program designed for high school students looking to gain work experiences in a fun and enriching setting.
Chess Trainers (Grades 2-5)
Chess Trainers (Grades 2-5)
1 week sessions 9:00am - 12:00pm $415
Checkmate!
How about a 1,500-year-old game played by kings and commoners, young and old, and boys and girls, that builds memory, concentration, and reasoning skills while you play? Learn basic moves and various strategies of chess through instruction, puzzles, group activities, and a few other surprises! Join lead instructor (and Chess Wizard!) Charlie Chess for a week of learning, playing, and fun!
Open to students with an interest in chess, students who have played once or twice, or students who don’t know the first thing about the game!
Dates, Hours, and Fees
| 2024 Dates | ||
| June 24 – 28 | ||
| Hours | ||
| 9:00am–12:00pm | ||
| Fees | ||
| $415/Week | ||
Velocity Adventure Camp - DEAN Adventure Camps (Grades 1-4)
Velocity Adventure Camp (Grades 1-4)
1 week sessions 9:00am - 3:00pm $600-$695
Does your child love trying exciting new things, and leveling up their skills? Because we sure do and Velocity Adventure Camp is built for you! Our top-class action sports instructors can’t wait to teach your kids how to soar to new heights. We’ve got all kinds of team building, rip-roaring activities on the menu: skateboarding, water games, obstacle courses, fort building, slacklining, and loads more! We’re all about building confidence, living life to the fullest, and creating lasting memories. This camp is perfect for the "never done this before" kid up to the outdoor enthusiast. Come adventure with us!
Each week campers will experience core activities that ignite their curiosity and hone their skills. From the world of skateboarding to the art of balancing on slacklines, navigating challenging obstacle courses, engaging in team-building games and even water activities! Every camper will build and customize their very own skateboard to take home at the end of the week too!
Dates, Hours, and Fees
| 2025 Dates | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Week | Programs | |||||||||||||||||||||
| June 16 - 20 (*4-day week) | Camper vs. Wild | |||||||||||||||||||||
| June 23 - 27 | Catch the Cache | |||||||||||||||||||||
| July 7 - 11 | Camper vs. Wild | |||||||||||||||||||||
| July 14-18 | Catch the Cache | |||||||||||||||||||||
| July 21 -25 | Multi-Sport Mashup | |||||||||||||||||||||
| July 28 - August 1 | Camper vs. Wild | |||||||||||||||||||||
| August 4- 8 | Catch the Cache | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Hours | |
| 9:00am – 3:00pm | |
| Fees | |
| $695 5-day week / $600 4-day week | |
Programs
Embark on an adventure with Velocity Programs! In addition to crafting personalized skateboards, mastering skateboarding skills, exploring parkour, and conquering slacklining, each week brings an exciting new themed activity for an exhilarating experience!
Multisport Mashup: Flex your sports skills with us this week! You'll fling, flick, and finesse your way from the wild throws of disc golf to the fast-paced jukes of flag rugby, and the rapid-fire rallies of pickleball. If you've been looking for your new favorite sport: this is your week!
Catch the Cache: Gear up for a wild week of geocaching fun! Navigate to uncover hidden treasures across some wild terrain using cool GPS instruments (not from your parent’s car!) and create your own hidden caches for friends to find. Let’s go treasure seekers – adventure is calling!
Camper vs. Wild: Inspired by survivalist Bear Grylls, campers will put their skills to the test. They’ll tap into their creativity and resourcefulness as they learn the basics of building shelters from natural materials, knot-tying, and even basic outdoor cooking techniques, all while developing well-rounded survival skills.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a typical day of Velocity look like?
Each week we will focus on the core activities of skateboarding, parkour, and slacklining with the addition of a different featured activity each week.
What experience level is needed?
No experience is necessary. New skateboarders are welcomed and encouraged to come with a willingness to learn.
What equipment does my camper need?
Each camper will build and customize their own skateboard for the summer. All protective padding and helmets will be provided, and assigned to a camper at the beginning of each week.
Each camper should bring a backpack with a refillable water bottle, non-refrigerated lunch, towel, and change of clothes.
Woodworking - DEAN Adventure Camps (Grades 3-8)
Woodworking (Grades 3-8)
1 week sessions 9:00am - 3:00pm Price: $675
What do you call a piece of wood with nothing to do? Board! Well, not at this camp!
Have fun while learning the practical and timeless craft of woodworking. Your child will learn to use traditional hand tools to create a range of projects, from toolboxes to your own custom creations that can be put to use. This weekly camp is where every child learns to use their hands in a constructive and fun way.
Hey—have you heard the “under construction” joke? It’s not done yet. Because all that’s missing is you.
Skills Learned:
Techniques such as measuring, various safe and proper sawing techniques, rasping, sanding, painting, using hand drills, and hammering. Fine and gross motor skills such as using hand saws, scissors, screwdrivers, hand drills, painting, hammering, and gluing properly. Skills such as building technique, drafting and other planning techniques, prototyping, and reuse of old materials. Design processes include sketching and rendering 3D and 2D concepts, conceptualizing, experimenting, and evaluating.
Woodworking, a timeless and valuable skill, offers campers the opportunity to experience hands-on construction. Participants will learn essential techniques, how to use hand tools like drills, saws, and planes, and the importance of safety precautions. Under expert guidance, campers will create a range of wooden items, from stools to sailboats and even gravity-powered cars. Join us to understand the true potential of craftsmanship.
Dates, Hours, and Fees
| 2024 Dates | |||||||
| June 24 - 28 | |||||||
| July 8 - 12 | |||||||
| July 15 - 19 | |||||||
| July 22 - 26 | |||||||
| July 29 - August 2 | |||||||
| August 5 - 9 | |||||||
| Hours | |
| Full Day | 9:00am – 3:00pm | Fees |
| Full Week | $675/Week |
General Daily Schedule:
Morning introduction
Activity period—approximately 1 hour
Snack and stretch break—approximately 15 minutes, outside weather permitting
Activity period—approximately 1 hour
Lunch and Recess break—approximately 1 hour, outside weather permitting
Activity period—approximately 2 hours (included in this time can be a stretch break as needed)
Clean up, pack up, dismissal
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