Summer Programs

We are looking forward to welcoming far hills students and the General Public back on campus for our 2023 Summer Programs.

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Summer of 2023 will be here before we know it! This summer, we are excited to open up a variety of our programs to the general public. If an opportunity is open to just Far Hills students, it will be noted in the description. Interested in signing up for a summer program? Please check out our offerings below! Registration links are in each description.

Schools Out Chess Camp (OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC)

All levels of chess players will be led by International Chess Master Farai Mandizha. During the day, kids will get an opportunity to practice tournament games and enjoy our chess lectures, group chess analysis, individual chess training, and outdoor playtime. Kids will be divided into small groups based on their level and age.

Date: June 12–15, 2023 (No camp on June 16 in observance of Juneteenth)

Time: 9 a.m. – noon

Grades: Rising Kindergarten–Rising Grade 8

Fee: $280

Instructor: Chess Master Farai

Rock and Ride Adventure Camp (OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC)

This exciting, unique week of adventure will include the thrill of climbing on our incredible high-element Ropes Course and the choice to ride your mountain bike on our mile-long Mountain Bike Trail. Our unique Ropes Course includes six low elements and twelve high elements located in the natural wooded setting on our 54-acre campus.

Our Ropes Course Program includes introducing proper safety, set-up, take-down, and care of course and equipment. We develop team building and communication through games, low elements, and high elements in a safe, "challenge by choice" environment. Although this camp's focus is climbing on our high ropes course, each camper will also have the option to bring their bike and ride each day. Our mountain bike trail is a mile-long bike trail that traverses through the pristine woods adjacent to the Ropes Course. The bike course includes fun turns and whoop-de-doos.

Throughout the week:

Students engage in healthy risk-taking that supports communication, self-awareness, perseverance, and self-management skills.
Students develop social-emotional skills that are critical for school and life success.
Students engage in challenges that strengthen group communication skills, allow for goal setting, and foster resiliency.
Students use this experience to create a positive attitude, develop self-confidence, and enhance the skill set that allows them to work as leaders within their communities.
Most of all, students will have a blast with their friends and get awesome exercise away from all electronics and social media!

Date: June 19–22, 2023

Time: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. for the campers. *The camp ends at 12 p.m. on Thursday

Grades: Rising Grade 5–Rising Grade 8

Fee: $599 per camper, per week

Instructor: Ron Sansone

Campers should wear form-fitting, comfortable, non-cotton clothing and sneakers or lightweight hiking shoes.

Pack:

bug spray
Rain gear
Bring your own peanut-free snack, lunch, and reusable water bottle.

Coach Sansone—Boys and Girls Lacrosse (OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC)

Old School Lacrosse is BACK!!! Join Coach Sansone for lax summer training. Regardless of your age or experience, we will improve your game!

Stick skills, shooting, dodging, footwork, defense, and offense, we will do it all through a very fun and safe training program!

Pack:

bug spray
Rain gear
Bring your own peanut-free snack, lunch, and reusable water bottle.
Stick
Mouthguard
Helmet (boys)
Goggles (girls)

Date: June 26–28, 2023

Time: 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

Grades: Rising Grade 3–Rising Grade 8

Fee: $399

Instructor: Ron Sansone

Maestro Soccer Camp (OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC)

*This program is run by an outside group. Registration and staffing are through Maestro Soccer.

Through a fantastic partnership with Far Hills Country Day School, Maestro Soccer is now able to provide soccer camps this summer. Utilizing their state-of-the-art facilities, all our camps at Far Hills include field sessions & indoor classroom sessions, ensuring all camp participants receive technical and tactical development. Included will be an intensive week of training for players in a motivating, safe, and enjoyable training environment. Players have access to top-class training, video analysis, and performance evaluation.

Total Soccer Camp

Date: June 26–30, 2023
Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Who can participate: Boys & Girls
Age requirements: 2014–2009 Birth years

All aspects of the game are coached to develop a "total soccer" experience for the player! Aimed at players of all levels. Our motivating and challenging curriculum will keep players sharp and focused during the summer months! A balanced and varied curriculum will improve both attacking and defensive aspects of the game, creating a "total" soccer player!

Day 1—Attacking, focus on 1v1 & creative player play.

Day 2—Passing, lots of repetitions to refine technique, partner passing challenges, group passing activities.

Day 3—Defending, 1v1 defending scenarios, transition to defending moments, and tackling technique.

Day 4—Shooting & Finishing, Game-based finishing practices, and all of the best shooting games soccer players love.

Day 5—Players Day, players pick their favorite games and activities from the week as well as skill challenges.

KidzToPros Summer Camps: STEM, ARTS, and SPORTS (OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC)

*This program is run by an outside group. Registration and staffing are through KidzToPros.

Camp options run throughout June 26–August 11, 2023.

Set your kids up for a future full of happiness and success with KidztoPros' Summer Camps for Grades Preschool–Grade 5. Preparing the next generation of innovators starts this summer at KidzToPros' Summer Camps. With weeks of engaging, hands-on enrichment ahead, there is no limit to what your child can learn.

What different camps are provided?

STEM CAMPS:

Makerspace
Wonder Robotics
Lego Robotics
Roblox
Minecraft Coding

ART CAMPS:

Art Skills
Music Production
Film Studio

SPORTS CAMPS:

Basketball
Tennis
Soccer
Play it all

and so much more!

SAVE $100 USING CODE MAR100. THIS COUPON CODE IS VALID FOR SUMMER CAMPS ONLY AND EXPIRES MARCH 25, 2023.

Summer Enrichment Program (FAR HILLS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL STUDENTS ONLY)

Sign up for this exciting Summer Enrichment Program for students entering Kindergarten–Grade 4! The campers will engage in activities that include literacy, art, music, and lots of summer fun! Summer Enrichment is led by a team of favorite Lower School teachers, including Amy Burns, Allison Cirelli, Kelsey Fadem, and Laura Porcello. This is an excellent opportunity for students to hone academic skills over the summer while having fun with their fellow Falcons!

Date:

Week 1: June 19–23 , 2023

Week 2: June 26–30, 2023

Time: 9 a.m. – noon

Grades: Rising Kindergarten–Rising Grade 4*

*Only Far Hills Country Day School students can register.

Fee: $329 per week

Instructors: Amy Burns, Allison Cirelli, Kelsey Fadem, and Laura Porcello