Cool Summer Day Camps in Fairfield County, Connecticut

4/2/12 - By Katie McKnight

This spring my daughters have requested that they be allowed to take up tennis, lacrosse, piano, hip hop, sculpting, drumming (heaven help me), acting, soccer, karate, hockey, photography, Italian, and guitar.  Hmmm...

While they would love for me to sign them each up for 85 after school activities per week, I’ve limited them each to two.  Partly for their well being, and well…largely for my own sanity.  I’m thinking, however, that summer camp might be the ticket in terms of letting them try some new fun activities without committing ourselves to a whole year of it. After all, who really knows how long an 8-year old’s passion for the tambourine will last?

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Ambler Farm, Wilton, CT
Wilton’s Ambler Farm offers 1-week sessions for kids starting on June 25th.  Campers will learn to plant, grow and care for vegetables, as well as look after farm animals.  Kids in grades 1-7 are invited at a cost of $330 per week.  Older kids (grades 8-10) are offered an apprentice program that focuses on organic farming for $360/week.

257 Hurlbutt Street, Wilton, CT 06897 203.834.1134 

Unquowa Farm Camp, Easton, CT
Kids entering grades 1-6 may flourish at this amazing farm camp.  Campers spend four mornings a week at a local farm where they plant, water, weed, and harvest an assortment of vegetables.  The afternoons are devoted to art projects with natural themes.  The fifth morning of each week is spent on a local field trip.

596 Sport Hill Road, Easton, CT 06612 203.336.3801 

School of Rock, Fairfield, CT
Kids ages 7-18, come find your inner – or not so inner – rock star!  The one-week sessions include private instrumental lessons, music theory work, and vocal instruction, and culminate in a concert for friends and family.  Kids will be evaluated and placed in groups according to their differing experiences; beginners and pros both welcome.  $599/week.  School of Rock also has locations in New Canaan and Shelton.

1976 Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06834 203.292.5473 

The Kiddie Kitchen, Stamford, CT
If cooking is your child’s passion, consider the camps run by The Kiddie Kitchen.  While the camp hasn’t finalized it’s schedule for the summer of 2012, they will do so soon, so keep checking their website.  Last year's camp sessions were half day, tailored to differing age groups, and cost approximately $290/week.  Unlike last year, the camp's location this year will be in New Canaan instead of Stamford.

Franc-o-fun, Wilton, CT
Kids 3-10 are invited to Wilton’s Franc-o-fun French camps!  1-week sessions cost between $300 - $675, depending on the program you choose and whether your child will attend half or full days.  The program geared for 3-5 year olds will focus on nursery rhymes, storytelling and singing.  Sessions for older kids are culinary based – think French desserts!  The camps are conducted in multiple Wilton venues – check their website more specifics on locations.

203.762.5645 

Pure Martial Arts, Bridgeport, CT
Have a little martial arts expert on your hand?  Send him or her to Pure Martial Arts in Bridgeport.  Children ages 6-13 are invited to join in from 8:30AM-4:30 PM (extended day until 5:30 available).  Basic karate training, as well as arts and crafts, reading time, swimming, and general fitness are all part of the program.  And the fees start at just $120/week!

2338 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT 06606 203.368.0773 

Ridgefield Equestrian Center, Ridgefield, CT
Giddy up!  Head to Ridgefield from 9:30-1:30 for some equestrian fun.  Campers will spend their time getting to know their horses, riding and caring for the animals, and participating in stable maintenance.  Each day ends with a swim in the facility pool.  The 2-week sessions will run you $895.

258 North Street, Ridgefield, CT 06877 203.438.7433 

Shakespeare on the Sound, Greenwich, CT
Explore Shakespeare, his world and his plays in this series of summer camps offererd for three different age groups. The Groundlings is for ages 5-8, 1 week for $375. The Globe Players is for ages 9-12, 1 week for $375. The Folio Ensemble is for ages 13-17. 3 weeks for $1500.

Rowayton Community Cetner, Greenwich, CT 203-299-1300

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