| Courses |
3D Printing (4 Day Week)
This class is a combination of Engineering and 3D printing where campers will make real working tools, toys, and gadgets. They will learn how to design 3D objects with software and try to build gizmos and gadgets (via 3d printing) using the same engineering process that professionals use to create all the products you use today. This program teaches students many useful problem-solving techniques, develops their knowledge of math & science, and many other critical skills, all in one fun class. All materials included, campers will take home their creations. (Grade 2nd-5th) | $252.00 |
Black Rocket- Day in Court - Mock Trial
Play the roles of judge, defendant, plaintiff, witness, lawyer, bailiff, or juror in several mock trials. Learn how to
make opening and closing statements, how to phrase objections, and how to question witnesses. Pull all your
skills together at the end of the week as you participate in a final mock trial based on cases from past national
and state-level Mock Trial competitions. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. (Grade 3rd-6th) | $272.00 |
Black Rocket- Roblox Makers (4 Day Week)
Unlock the power of ROBLOX® Studio, the world creation tool used by real-world ROBLOX® developers! Learn
how to build 3D models and create an adventure in your ROBLOX® world. Bring characters to life with unique
animations you design. Student-created projects will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket
website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. (Grade 3rd-6th) | $272.00 |
Black Rocket- Young Investors + Entrepreneurs (4 day Week)
Teach your kids the secrets of building financial wealth and security! Whether you want to build the next great
American company, become a Wall Street tycoon, or be the millionaire next door by investing wisely - this camp
is for you! In this course, you will learn the basics of investing in the stock market, the difference between assets
and liabilities, the importance of diversification, and how to evaluate companies. You will also develop your own
business plan and present your ideas to your peers to compete for their investments in a mock Shark Tank-style
activity. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. (Grade 4th-7th) | $272.00 |
Blackrocket-AI Adventures-Intro to Machine Learning (4 Day Week)
Explore the world of artificial intelligence to design fully interactive games and experiences using cutting-edge
technology. This program combines artificial intelligence with coding to create an unforgettable learning
adventure. Students will construct machine learning models that use image and text recognition within
block-based coding software to build a portfolio of projects. Student-created projects will be available on a
password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams
for most of the program. (Grade 3rd-6th) | $272.00 |
Bridges and Towers (4 day week)
This program will allow campers to express their creativity and satisfy their desire to build and experiment. Students will learn the basics of architecture as they experience the joy of building and testing their very own bridges and towers! We will use a variety of materials such as paper, bass and balsa wood. No prior experience is necessary, as we will guide them from start to finish. Campers will learn the building and designing process, and apply it to create bridges/towers. Every day they will challenge themselves and compete with their group in a fun, friendly and supportive environment. (Grade 2nd-4th) | $252.00 |
Chess (4 Day Week)
Introduction to the moves and rules of this intellectual sport with emphasis on problem solving, anticipating consequences and planning ahead, good sportsmanship, and learning from mistakes. Students will practice checkmates and tactics like pins, forks, discovered check, x-ray attacks on worksheets. Playing games with supervision, students will learn how to: open a chess game properly; apply middle game principles; practice basic endgames and checkmates; play comfortably with tournament rules and protocol; win graciously and learn from losses. Instructor will separate groups by skill allowing more advanced players to play against similar opponents. (Grade 1st-8th) | $252.00 |
Coding for a Purpose: Web Apps & Game Development Level 2 (4day)
Eager to learn the coding tools that will help you design and program apps or games for everyday use? Work in a fun and supportive project-based environment, where you can express your creative side, as well as build tools that tackle specific problems in your life. You will learn the ins and out of JavaScript, the widely popular programming language of the Web, which allows you to make interactive web pages, games and applications. Each lesson helps you master programming concepts and engage your friends and family with original content that you develop. Experienced students are challenged to work on more advanced projects to further perfect their skills. Join us to become a coding pro this summer! | $252.00 |
Coding is Fun: Digital Graphics & Web Apps Level 1(4 day week)
Eager to learn the coding tools that will help you create your own digital designs and program apps for everyday use? Work in a fun and supportive project-based environment, where you can express your creative side and build tools that tackle specific problems in your life. You will learn the fundamentals of coding in JavaScript, the widely popular programming language of the Web, which allows you to make interactive web pages, games and applications. Each lesson leads you step-by-step to master programming concepts and engage your friends and family with original content that you develop. Experienced students are challenged to work on more advanced projects to further perfect their skills. Join us to become a coding pro this summer! | $252.00 |
Fishing (4 Day Week)
Learn everything you need to know about the basics of fishing. Campers are introduced to various fishing terminology and techniques, where and when to fish, how to choose a rod and reel, baits, tying knots, lures, hooks and other fishing tackle. They will practice what they learn with games, casting target practice and fishing in the ponds of PDS. Please bring water shoes and/or extra pairs of sneakers. | $272.00 |
Fishing- Advanced Fly Fishing (4 Day Week)
Take fishing to the next level. As with the fishing camp for younger campers this camp will introduce various fishing terminology and techniques, where and when to fish, how to choose a rod and reel, baits, tying knots, lures, hooks and other fishing tackle. In addition, this camp will take fishing to the next level with the introduction of fly fishing. A day will be spent introducing the art of fly casting and all that is a part of fly fishing. Each day campers will have the opportunity to spin fish and or fly fish. (Grade 5th-8th) | $272.00 |
High Ropes Climbing Camp: Level 1 (4 Day Week)
Join us for an exciting and transformative experience at our High Ropes Climbing Camp. This camp will take you on an exhilarating journey of self-discovery and teamwork! Through a series of thrilling challenges, games, and group initiatives, campers will push themselves beyond their comfort zones and develop crucial life skills like self-confidence, trust, and resilience. Whether you're conquering your first climb or cheering on a teammate, you’ll leave this camp with a renewed sense of achievement and the confidence to take on new challenges, both on and off the course! Are you ready to take the leap?
(Grade 3rd-12th) | $380.00 |
High Ropes Climbing Camp: Level 2 (4 Day Week)
**Challenge Course climbing experience required***
Ready to take your climbing to the next level? Our Level 2 High Ropes Climbing Camp is designed for experienced climbers eager to challenge themselves with more complex and dynamic elements. This fast-paced course will test your limits through both individual and dual high elements, including the thrilling Voyageur Course and Pamper Pole, which are exclusive to Level 2 participants! (Grades 4-12) | $380.00 |
High Ropes Climbing Student Facilitator Training (4 Day Week)
***Prerequisite: Students need to be entering 9th-12th grade to enroll. *** Students must also have previous experience on a challenge ropes course.
Now it’s time to get your hands on the ropes! Our Student Facilitator Training is perfect for those with prior ropes course experience who are interested in future job opportunities. In this hands-on program, you’ll learn essential skills like belaying, setting up and taking down high and low elements, and mastering knot-tying. Along the way, you'll develop leadership abilities, enhance your communication and teamwork skills, and gain the confidence to guide others through new challenges.
| $420.00 |
Intro to Chinese Cooking (4 Day Week)
Attention all young foodies! Join our Chinese cooking camp for a fun culinary adventure! Learn traditional recipes, cooking techniques and make new friends while exploring the delicious flavors of Chinese cuisine. Let's chop, sauté and steam our way to mouth-watering dishes that will impress your family and friends! So, whether you're a budding chef or just love to eat, our Chinese cooking camp is the perfect place to satisfy your appetite for adventure! (Grade 6th-8th) | $252.00 |
Intro to Chinese Cooking (4 Day Week)
Attention all young foodies! Join our Chinese cooking camp for a fun culinary adventure! Learn traditional recipes, cooking techniques and make new friends while exploring the delicious flavors of Chinese cuisine. Let's chop, sauté and steam our way to mouth-watering dishes that will impress your family and friends! So, whether you're a budding chef or just love to eat, our Chinese cooking camp is the perfect place to satisfy your appetite for adventure! (Grade 3rd-5th) | $252.00 |
Oh The Places You'll Go (4 Day Week)
Do you have a little adventurer who loves to explore? Or maybe a trailblazer who seeks to understand the world around them! It's time to discover new places and things in this full-day, one-week camp. Your explorer will never forget their time spent investigating and discovering the habitats and sources of transportation that encompass their everyday lives. Campers will have the opportunity to discover different geographical locations on and off campus, make connections from prior experiences, and enjoy hands-on activities that expand their understanding of the way our world moves. (Grade K-1st) | $252.00 |
Ooey Gooey Science (4 day week)
Our ever-popular program gives your child the opportunity to be a mad or silly scientist, with hands-on experiments and creative concoctions and potions. Give your young scientists a chance to learn the basic concepts governing science through fun play and teaching. Students' interest in science will grow as they see scientific principles come to life right before their very goggles! (Grade 1st-3rd) | $252.00 |
Panther Mini Camp (4 Day Week)
Mini-Panthers enjoy a wide assortment of activities geared directly to their age, interests and activity levels. Our experienced and compassionate staff (1:4 ratio) guide your child throughout the camp day, making each camper’s PDS Summer Program experience safe, educationally stimulating and unforgettably fun! Panther Mini-Camp is exclusively for toilet-trained preschoolers from ages four through children entering Kindergarten. Children will have the opportunity to explore the wider outdoor PDS campus for many of their activities. Camp routines are centered around exciting weekly themes that are tailored toward the children’s interest and include: music and movement, arts and crafts, learning through play, engagement with children’s literature, number fun, and exploration of the natural world. (Pre K- K) | $224.00 |
Pretty Brook Day Camp (4 Day Week)
Campers will get the opportunity to experience a wide range of activities in a traditional day camp setting. In a typical session, campers will be grouped by age to engage in a variety of arts and crafts, athletics, and outdoor programs with weekly themes offering variety. Our experienced and compassionate staff will guide your child throughout the camp day, creating a safe, educationally stimulating and fun experience! (Grade 1st-3rd) | $252.00 |
Slime Diner (4 Day week)
Slime Diner - Slime diner is slime making 2.0! We will be creating food inspired slime like burgers, chicken nuggets, French fries, and more. | $252.00 |
Slime Diner (4 Day week)
Slime Diner - Slime diner is slime making 2.0! We will be creating food inspired slime like burgers, chicken nuggets, French fries, and more. | $252.00 |
Smash Hit- Pickleball + Badminton ( 4 day Week)
Join us for an exciting summer camp experience tailored for kids who love badminton and pickleball! Our Smash & Swing Sports camp offers a perfect blend of fun, skill development, and friendly competition in two of the most beloved racket sports.
Campers will spend their days immersed in the world of badminton and pickleball, learning techniques, strategies, and game rules from instructors. Whether they're beginners or familiar with the sports, our camp provides a supportive environment for every skill level to thrive.
In addition to honing their racket skills, campers will engage in team-building activities, enjoy recreational games, and forge new friendships in a dynamic and inclusive atmosphere. Join us this summer for Smash & Swing camp, where kids can develop their athleticism, sportsmanship, and love for badminton and pickleball while creating lasting memories!
| $272.00 |
Squash Camp (4 Day Week)
Summer squash camp is a great opportunity to learn this beautiful game while having fun, making new friends, and improving hand-eye-coordination. Whether your child is a beginner or has played for a couple of years, we will be able to accommodate every player's individual needs. We will be focusing on swing fundamentals/mechanics, court movement, speed & agility circuits, and reflex training with BlazePods (light sensor system). Considering it is one of the fastest sports, your child will greatly benefit from playing squash. It will also benefit participation in any other sport. For more experienced players, in addition to the above mentioned, we will also be working on target hitting, complex drills, game plan/strategy, conditioned games, mental toughness, upper and lower body strength, and yoga & stretching. (Grade 1st-5th) | $272.00 |
Squash Camp (4 Day Week)
Summer squash camp is a great opportunity to learn this beautiful game while having fun, making new friends, and improving hand-eye-coordination. Whether your child is a beginner or has played for a couple of years, we will be able to accommodate every player's individual needs. We will be focusing on swing fundamentals/mechanics, court movement, speed & agility circuits, and reflex training with BlazePods (light sensor system). Considering it is one of the fastest sports, your child will greatly benefit from playing squash. It will also benefit participation in any other sport. For more experienced players, in addition to the above mentioned, we will also be working on target hitting, complex drills, game plan/strategy, conditioned games, mental toughness, upper and lower body strength, and yoga & stretching. (Grade 6th-12th) | $272.00 |
Step into the Spotlight! (4 Day Week)
It’s time to take the stage! Campers who are new to music and theater, as well as those who are ready to take their next step in performing, will spend the week having loads of fun enhancing their skills in movement, acting, singing, improvisation, auditioning, and all that it takes to become a star! | $252.00 |
Summer Garden Exploration (4 day week)
Campers will be encouraged to explore their surroundings and will be engaged in all aspects of the garden. They will plant, care for and harvest vegetables, fruits, herbs and flowers and learn ways of using these wonderful garden offerings by cooking, crafts and storage methods. Garden campers will also learn about animal husbandry, focusing on the PDS Garden Chickens. Summer Garden Exploration is a great way for children to use all of their senses and have a truly hands-on garden experience. (Grade 1st-4th) | $252.00 |
Survival Camp
Do you have what it takes to survive the PDS wilderness? Find out! During this full day, one-week adventure, campers will learn the basics of survival in the wilderness, learning fire building, shelter making, water filtering, and more! (Grade 4th-6th) | $252.00 |
Tennis Central - Tennis Discovery Full Day
Welcome to our Tennis Discovery Camp, the ultimate summer tennis experience tailored for young players aged 4 to 12! Designed for budding tennis enthusiasts, our camp transforms the court into a playground of discovery. Whether your child is curious about tennis, eager to have a blast learning a new sport, or simply craving quality outdoor time with friends, our camp is the perfect match. Our age-specific classes are designed to cater to both beginners and those ready to level up their game swiftly. Led by our friendly and passionate staff, we focus on the Two Pillars of development: Technical Skills and, of course, Fun! With three flexible options – Full Day, 1/2 Day AM, and 1/2 Day PM – and four age groups (Under 6 / Under 8 / Under 10 / Under 12), our camp guarantees a summer filled with laughter, skill-building, and a love for the game. Game on for an unforgettable tennis adventure! | $325.00 |
Tennis Central - Tennis Discovery PM
Welcome to our Tennis Discovery Camp, the ultimate summer tennis experience tailored for young players aged 4 to 12! Designed for budding tennis enthusiasts, our camp transforms the court into a playground of discovery. Whether your child is curious about tennis, eager to have a blast learning a new sport, or simply craving quality outdoor time with friends, our camp is the perfect match. Our age-specific classes are designed to cater to both beginners and those ready to level up their game swiftly. Led by our friendly and passionate staff, we focus on the Two Pillars of development: Technical Skills and, of course, Fun! With three flexible options – Full Day, 1/2 Day AM, and 1/2 Day PM – and four age groups (Under 6 / Under 8 / Under 10 / Under 12), our camp guarantees a summer filled with laughter, skill-building, and a love for the game. Game on for an unforgettable tennis adventure! | $350.00 |
Tennis Central -Tennis Discovery AM
Welcome to our Tennis Discovery Camp, the ultimate summer tennis experience tailored for young players aged 4 to 12! Designed for budding tennis enthusiasts, our camp transforms the court into a playground of discovery. Whether your child is curious about tennis, eager to have a blast learning a new sport, or simply craving quality outdoor time with friends, our camp is the perfect match. Our age-specific classes are designed to cater to both beginners and those ready to level up their game swiftly. Led by our friendly and passionate staff, we focus on the Two Pillars of development: Technical Skills and, of course, Fun! With three flexible options – Full Day, 1/2 Day AM, and 1/2 Day PM – and four age groups (Under 6 / Under 8 / Under 10 / Under 12), our camp guarantees a summer filled with laughter, skill-building, and a love for the game. Game on for an unforgettable tennis adventure! | $400.00 |
Tennis Central- Tennis Incubator Full Day
Welcome to our Incubator Tennis Camp, where intermediate and advanced players go to push their limits, break plateaus, and exponentially improve. Offering a full-day tennis immersion, it's the ultimate camp for players 12 years and older aiming for varsity and beyond. Mastering tennis entails addressing five key Pillars of Development: Technical, Tactical, Physical, Mental, and Creative. Weakness in any of these areas seriously holds back players. Here at Tennis Central, we specialize in fostering exponential growth, ensuring that your children are exposed to the most comprehensive tennis curriculum available this summer. Our approach to comprehensive training doesn't compromise on fun; rather, it enhances the overall experience. With the guidance of our esteemed International Coaches, your children will blossom in confidence, tennis IQ, physical abilities, and competitive prowess – we guarantee it. | $325.00 |