George Georgas presents, SAT PREP!

This camp is a preparatory course for the upcoming SAT test on Saturday, August 27th.

An apt analogy for the SAT and ACT is that they are like rivers that students have to navigate, requiring both the proper equipment and mental approach. I often regard myself as not only the sturdy oar that can propel them through these waters faster, but also a ready flotation device in case they capsize.

Test prep is all about reminding students about what they may have forgotten and then showing them ways to circumvent traditional channels in both math, verbal, and science arenas. I show them traditional ways to do the Top 25 math problems on these very predictable tests-both SAT and ACT-and then alternative, often more time-efficient ways. This appeals to those who want to be smart, not only clever, and especially to those who are coachable and adaptable.

Spots are limited!

State Champion Coach John Pearson Jr. and his staff.

$385, Ages 10-13, June 6-10th, 9am-3pm

Wendell Center & Fishburne. (Lunch Included!)

The Porter-Gaud powerhouse coaching staff is offering a camp for rising 5th - 7th graders. Join and enhance your fundamentals, techniques and overall ability. This is a camp that will help you reach the next level. The coaches will work with you individually and in groups. There will be highly competitive games throughout the week that will allow players to sharpen their on-court decision making and productivity. Join us to learn these necessary skills to develop your game and become an asset to your team.

Full Lunch will be provided!!

George Georgas presents, ACT PREP!

This camp is a preparatory course for the upcoming ACT test on Saturday, June 11th.

An apt analogy for the SAT and ACT is that they are like rivers that students have to navigate, requiring both the proper equipment and mental approach. I often regard myself as not only the sturdy oar that can propel them through these waters faster, but also a ready flotation device in case they capsize.

Test prep is all about reminding students about what they may have forgotten and then showing them ways to circumvent traditional channels in both math, verbal, and science arenas. I show them traditional ways to do the Top 25 math problems on these very predictable tests-both SAT and ACT-and then alternative, often more time-efficient ways. This appeals to those who want to be smart, not only clever, and especially to those who are coachable and adaptable.

Spots are limited!

Ages 5-8, 9:00-12:00pm

The fundamentals of baking. All of your little campers love the taste of fresh baked goods, in this camp they will learn how to make their fun and foods rise up!

Camp Cyclone Kids in the Kitchen will give your child the opportunity to learn in a state of the art kitchen with experienced top chefs Kelsey and Danielle. Students will learn cooking essentials all Summer.

All supplies and food included!

$200, Ages 5-7, 9am-12pm

What do you get when you cross creativity with science? This fun and educational camp! Come invent and explore with us. We will work our minds by practicing the scientific method with experiments, understand scientific concepts with a lot of hands-on activities, and get to create some treasures to bring home. We will learn about plants, the ocean, dinosaurs, outer space, and more!

$200, Ages 5-9, 9am-12pm

Tap into your inner rockstar at Musical Makers Crafting Camp! Campers will create and decorate cardboard guitars and percussion instruments, learn beginning music reading skills, compete in a karaoke competition and more in this week long music extravaganza! No prior music or art skills are necessary, and at the end of the week we will have a music instruments parade for the parents to come see! 

$235, Ages 6-10, 9am-12pm

Downward Dog, Cat, and Tree Pose! Yoga is a fun non-competitive practice for children, that will give students healthy habits to carry throughout life. The benefits of yoga for young children include refining flexibility and balance, reducing stress and anxiety, as well as helping develop concentration and focus. This yoga camp is designed to encourage students to gain a sense of self, community and body+mind connection while having fun. Certified Yoga Instructor and Integrative Health and Wellness Coach Savannah Stone will be instructing this course for lower school students. All skill levels are welcome.

Campers can be excited to learn basic yoga techniques, playing games, going on a nature hike, have a yoga practice at the beach, and more!

*A trip to the beach and yoga mat included!

$200, Ages 6-11, 9am-12pm

Football Fundamentals Returns! Join PG Varsity Football Coach Brad Bowles for this introductory course. Campers will be taught the basic fundamentals of football on both the offensive and defensive side of the ball.  While learning the basic fundamentals throughout camp we also will promote teamwork, competition, and hard work in a fun competitive atmosphere.  

We are lucky enough to have several coaches including Varsity players, offering up their guidance and knowledge for each practice. This is an incredible opportunity for the community of Charleston to learn the basics and fundamentals and have some friendly competition with games such as; flag football and ultimate football.

*Participants will be broken up by age and ability level for portions of practice.

$200, Ages 7-10, 9am-12pm

Charleston Field Hockey is excited to invite you to join the quickest growing sport in the Lowcountry! Over the course of the week, players will learn the fundamentals of field hockey through game-based drills and activities. Our program provides a supportive environment for beginner, intermediate and experienced players. It’s our goal to help develop players’ foundational skills, and foster their growth as well-rounded athletes, while having FUN!

Club President Aimee Burgos, who has years of experience as both a teacher and multi-sport coach, will lead the program. In addition, Aimee is also a USA Field Hockey Certified Level 1 Coach. 

$250, Ages 8-12, 9am-12pm

Let’s spend a week diving into the environment of oysters! We will spend time learning about oyster beds and their impact on the low country. This camp will include art activities, a field trip to collect oysters, and even an oyster roast to end the week!

$200, Ages 5-7, 1:00-4:00pm

Join us this week to create some fun craft projects! We will use many types of materials, such as clay, recycled materials, things from nature, and much more. We will get messy, have lots of fun, and explore our creativity.

$200, Ages 5-10, 1:00pm-4:00pm

Soccer Shots is a leader in youth soccer development. Our nationally recognized non-competitive skills program offers a high energy, fun, age-appropriate introduction to the wonderful game of soccer. Each day contains the perfect mix of reviewing previously learned and new skills.

*Players will be divided into groups of equal age/skill level

Character Development: Our innovative curriculum extends beyond physical activity to incorporate values like respect, sharing, teamwork, encouragement and cooperation. The enhancement of a child’s coordination, balance and agility is often seen immediately, but it is the building blocks being created for a life-long love of sports that have the strongest impact.

Soccer Skills: Each day, we focus on having fun while guiding children through imaginative games that teach basic soccer skills. Our coaches are energetic and enthusiastic, are great teachers, and love working with children.

Active Lifestyle: Children benefit with increased psychomotor development through fun fitness activities. Soccer Shots encourages the development of active lifestyle habits.

$200, Ages 7-10, 1pm-4pm. Co-Ed

Get your sticks ready for one of the fastest growing sports in America!

This Camp will teach the general knowledge and skills needed to play the high pace sport of Lacrosse. Through drills, games and competitive play, campers will learn about the FUNdamentals. This will include passing, shooting, ground balls, cradling, and defensive tactics.

They will also learn about the key concepts and rules of lacrosse, like offsides, defensive formations, the rules of the crease, and much more. Please try to bring your own sticks, we have some extra if needed. Don't miss your chance to get a jumpstart on this awesome sport!

$200, Ages 7-10, 1pm-4pm

In this camp we will bring out our inner farmer and get our hands in some dirt! We will plant and watch our seeds grow, learn some  gardening skills and tools, and get some hands on experience at a local urban farm.

$250, Ages 8-13, 1pm-4pm

Learn all about photography in these comprehensive afternoon workshops. Instruction will include the fundamentals, the language, and the history of this powerful medium. Campers will travel two of the days on site to some of Charleston's most historic photo opportunities! As a former Parson's Instructor and professional photographer, I will give your child all the basic knowledge to create a great photograph - including design, concept and composition with fun assignments to practice at home. The final day, the students design an amazing virtual exhibition (a website) with a link that may be shared with family and friends. No prior knowledge needed.

http://celestejoye.com/

$225, Ages 9-13, 1pm-4pm

The fundamentals of baking. All of your little campers love the taste of fresh baked goods, in this camp they will learn how to make their fun and foods rise up!

Camp Cyclone Kids in the Kitchen will give your child the opportunity to learn in a state of the art kitchen with experienced top chefs Kelsey and Danielle. Students will learn cooking essentials all Summer.

All supplies and food included!

$225, Ages 10-15, 1pm-4pm

Stronger, faster, better.  Join Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach Isaac Rodgers and quickly become a better all around athlete. Get ready to work and learn specific techniques that you can take with you.  Build speed, strength and confidence.  All levels welcome. 

State Champion Coach John Pearson Jr. and his staff.

$385, Ages 13+, June 13-17th, 9am-3pm

Wendell Center & Fishburne. (Lunch Included!)

The Porter-Gaud powerhouse coaching staff is offering a camp for rising 8th - 10th graders. Join and enhance your fundamentals, techniques and overall ability. This is a camp that will help you reach the next level. The coaches will work with you individually and in groups. There will be highly competitive games throughout the week that will allow players to sharpen their on-court decision making and productivity. Join us to learn these necessary skills to develop your game and become an asset to your team.

Full Lunch will be provided!!

$425, Ages 7-12, 9am-3pm

Bringing Baseball Back To It's Roots! - Hosted by Brian Rorick
 

Coach Rorick has performed over 250 camps over the past 10 years.  Each day is designed to enhance the all-around skills of your child.  Our instructors will lead your child through hitting, throwing mechanics, pitching, catching, fielding, and base running drills.  Each afternoon wraps up with live games to utilize what we learned each day.

·       6-1 Player to Coach Ratio

·       Camper of the day/week awards.  

·       Friday (Day Of Champions) - Home Run Derby, Around The Horn, Run The Bases, Wrigley Shower Catch and many more fun competitions!

·       Inclement weather: Email and Text Threads will be sent by 7:15am if it's raining or rain is expected.

·       (Indoor area will be used for Thunderstorms during camp) - Coach Rorick and staff will run educational chalk talk and give out prizes for correct answers during this time.

Questions:  Please contact Coach Rorick via email or phone today. bmrorick@gmail.com / 484-576-6828

$200, Ages 5-7, 9am-12pm

Do you love farm animals? Then let’s learn all about the residents on the farm! We’ll learn how farms operate, what the animals need and what they do for the farm through creative art projects, activities, and fun! This immersive camp will give your child a great appreciation for what farmers and farm animals do for their community!

$200, Ages 5-10, 9am-12pm

Soccer Shots is a leader in youth soccer development. Our nationally recognized non-competitive skills program offers a high energy, fun, age-appropriate introduction to the wonderful game of soccer. Each day contains the perfect mix of reviewing previously learned and new skills.

*Players will be divided into groups of equal age/skill level

Character Development: Our innovative curriculum extends beyond physical activity to incorporate values like respect, sharing, teamwork, encouragement and cooperation. The enhancement of a child’s coordination, balance and agility is often seen immediately, but it is the building blocks being created for a life-long love of sports that have the strongest impact.

Soccer Skills: Each day, we focus on having fun while guiding children through imaginative games that teach basic soccer skills. Our coaches are energetic and enthusiastic, are great teachers, and love working with children.

Active Lifestyle: Children benefit with increased psychomotor development through fun fitness activities. Soccer Shots encourages the development of active lifestyle habits.

$200, Ages 5-12, 9am-12pm

Rhythmic Gymnastics is an olympic sport where gymnasts perform on the floor using an apparatus: hoop, ribbon, rope, ball, or clubs. Rhythmic gymnastics combines the acrobatics of artistic gymnastics with the grace of ballet, and the creativity of cirque. Rhythmic gymnasts are known for their extreme flexibility, creative acrobatic movements, and awe inspiring throws!

Popular in Eastern Europe, rhythmic gymnastics has been growing steadily in the states for the past decade! Charleston School of Rhythmic Gymnastics is South Carolina's only rhythmic gymnastics training program. The school offers beginner friendly rec classes, a performance company, and a USA gymnastics competitive olympic development program!

Learn more about Rhythmic Gymnastics here: https://youtu.be/lVUdFTLcW6s

$225, Ages 6-9, 9am-12pm

Bon Appetit! Get your camper excited about food creation and prepared with the necessary culinary skills to make their own! (So you can sleep in). All of the necessary basics will be covered in this camp.

Does your child enjoy exploring the kitchen, and creating delicious recipes? Camp Cyclone Kids in the Kitchen will give your child the opportunity to learn in a state of the art kitchen with experienced top chefs Kelsey and Danielle. Students will learn cooking essentials such as food prep, knife skills, balanced meals, baking, and more!

$250, Ages 6-10, 9:00-12:00pm

Instructor: Robin Rutherford  2 or 3 field trips each week!  This program is back by popular demand!

Summer is a time for fun and exploring!! Super Summer Science campers will be discovering and investigating the world around them through lots of engaging activities. Participants should be ready to launch rockets using balloons, Alka-Seltzer, and even their feet!! Campers will investigate insects and go on an insect hunt. As “geologists”, they will “dig up” rocks and minerals, erupt a volcano, and more! As marine scientists, campers will explore ocean creatures and even make ocean slime. Finally, campers will be using engineering to create solutions to aviation and building challenges. Come join us for some super summer science fun and learning!!

$225, Ages 8-12, 9am-12pm

Sharpen your teeth!  This week campers investigate sharks and their anatomy, and how researchers study sharks. We track migration patterns and create an investigative report on their favorite shark. Campers create shark tooth jewelry, and learn all about these stealthy underwater creatures.

$225, Ages 10-15, 9am-12pm

Charleston Field Hockey is excited to invite you to join the quickest growing sport in the Lowcountry! Over the course of the week, players will learn the fundamentals of field hockey through game-based drills and activities. Our program provides a supportive environment for beginner, intermediate and experienced players. It’s our goal to help develop players’ foundational skills, and foster their growth as well-rounded athletes, while having FUN!

Club President Aimee Burgos, who has years of experience as both a teacher and multi-sport coach, will lead the program. In addition, Aimee is also a USA Field Hockey Certified Level 1 Coach. 

$200, Ages 5-7, 1pm-4pm

This week, focusing on our vast oceans, inventors will find themselves breaking the surface!  We will learn about the process of invention, about inventors of the past, and have the time and space to create our very own inventions. Bring your imagination, hands ready to build, and who knows what you’ll create!

$200, Ages 6-9, 1pm-4pm

It’s showtime! Come and discover your creative potential through musical theater. We will sing, dance, and act our way through this week-long session. Students will practice scene work, choreograph their own Broadway-style dance, practice storytelling through song, and much more. Come one, come all! All levels of experience are welcome.

$200, Ages 7-10, 1pm-4pm. Co-Ed

Get your sticks ready for one of the fastest growing sports in America!

This Camp will teach the general knowledge and skills needed to play the high pace sport of Lacrosse. Through drills, games and competitive play, campers will learn about the FUNdamentals. This will include passing, shooting, ground balls, cradling, and defensive tactics.

They will also learn about the key concepts and rules of lacrosse, like offsides, defensive formations, the rules of the crease, and much more. Please try to bring your own sticks, we have some extra if needed. Don't miss your chance to get a jumpstart on this awesome sport!

$225, Ages 8-12, 1pm-4pm

Do you like to figure out solutions to problems you run into each day?  Do you imagine inventions that will help you and your friends?  If so, come learn more about the exciting world of engineering!  Utilizing activities from Engineering is Elementary, we will use the engineering design process to problem solve and create solutions to a given challenge.  Participants will be encouraged to continually revise their designs to engineer the best possible solution in the given time frame! 

$225, Ages 8-12, 1pm-4pm

Come join this camp where we will be surrounded all week by beautiful flowers as we create various floral arrangements using fresh and dried elements! We will learn the techniques of floral design and expand our knowledge of flowers. By the end of the week, your child will be a natural florist!  *All materials provided.

$225, Ages 9-13, 1pm-4pm

The fundamentals of cooking. All of your little campers will love the tastes created by their very own hands!

Camp Cyclone Kids in the Kitchen will give your child the opportunity to learn in a state of the art kitchen with experienced top chefs Kelsey and Danielle. Students will learn cooking essentials all Summer.

All supplies and food included!

$225, Ages 10-15, 1pm-4pm

Stronger, faster, better.  Join Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach Isaac Rodgers and quickly become a better all around athlete. Get ready to work and learn specific techniques that you can take with you.  Build speed, strength and confidence.  All levels welcome. 

$425, Ages 7-12, 9am-3pm

Bringing Baseball Back To It's Roots! - Hosted by Brian Rorick
 

Coach Rorick has performed over 250 camps over the past 10 years.  Each day is designed to enhance the all-around skills of your child.  Our instructors will lead your child through hitting, throwing mechanics, pitching, catching, fielding, and base running drills.  Each afternoon wraps up with live games to utilize what we learned each day.

·       6-1 Player to Coach Ratio

·       Camper of the day/week awards.  

·       Friday (Day Of Champions) - Home Run Derby, Around The Horn, Run The Bases, Wrigley Shower Catch and many more fun competitions!

·       Inclement weather: Email and Text Threads will be sent by 7:15am if it's raining or rain is expected.

·       (Indoor area will be used for Thunderstorms during camp) - Coach Rorick and staff will run educational chalk talk and give out prizes for correct answers during this time.

Questions:  Please contact Coach Rorick via email or phone today. bmrorick@gmail.com / 484-576-6828

$400, Ages 8-13, 9:00-3:00pm, **Full Lunch Included!

Your child will love our Minecraft Camp and you will be investing in their future as they learn vital 21st century skills. They will explore the creative side of computing and learn how to work in a team, while creating 3D worlds in a shared environment. They will also learn about coding using Command Blocks and using Microsoft’s block based Code Builder in the special Education Edition of Minecraft. They will do all this on the latest Windows PCs with Nvidia Graphics cards or on Apple iPads. 

They will discover how Virtual Reality will play a part in their lives in the future, by spending a full day of camp trying out the latest VR games and applications, on the latest Virtual Reality Quest 2 headsets.

The week will feature a number of Minecraft build competitions, where they will create a world in teams to a set theme. Each day they will also have short competitions inside Minecraft, such as Hide and Seek inside a custom Minecraft world. Campers will also have breaks to stretch out and play games. 

At our Minecraft camp your child will gain skills in problem solving, creativity, collaboration, communication and team-working.

$385, Ages 8-14, 9:00-3:00pm.  Instructor - Kevin Jackson, the State Director for U.S. Youth Futsal and former MLS player with the Chicago Fire and New England Revolution. 

Kevin Jackson designed this camp for the serious player looking to improve his/her skills and fit tactics. They offer training in the skills and techniques used in both outdoor and (Futsal) Indoor Soccer.

There are many opportunities to learn and improve your soccer skills during the summer, but there are few that can offer both indoor and outdoor facilities. Jackson Soccer Development/Elite Futsal Camp is unique because we offer training in the skills and techniques used in both outdoor and (futsal) indoor soccer. The first part of the session will be devoted to the outdoor game. Campers will be learning technical and tactical elements of the game individually and as a team, eventually progressing into small sided drills and game simulating matches. Once play moves inside, athletes will focus on futsal, the only form of indoor soccer that is recognized world-wide. This area of the camp will work on individual foot skills, fast/accurate passing, movement off the ball, defending and attacking in one-on-one situations, and learning to read to game as it is played at a very fast pace.

Appropriate clothing, shin guards, cleats (for outside) and indoor soccer shoes/sneakers (for futsal) are required. Bring a soccer ball, and water bottle. ***Full Lunch Included!

$350, Ages 8-14, 9am-3pm

This camp is designed to develop young female ballers' overall game. This includes individual skills and goals, team skills and goals, and general knowledge of expectations. We are striving to gain consistency in all aspects of basketball fundamentals. Student Athletes will be instructed and coached by PG Coach Jen Payes.  This is a great pre-cursor for students looking to play for their school next basketball season, or looking to learn the fundamentals of the game!

*Players will be broken up by skill-level for portions of the camps.

$200, Ages 5-7, 9am-12pm

Does your curious camper enjoy discovering and solving mysteries? The Detectives is the perfect program for your sleuth. Campers will be challenged to solve various cases around campus while learning what it really takes to be a true detective! 

$200, Ages 5-7, 9am-12pm

Are you ready for an adventure? Do you want to learn more about what it really means to explore? Come along on our voyage and find out. During our adventure, we will keep our own travel diary, make our own maps, record information about what we encounter along the way, and more! We will investigate past exploration of the earth, the ocean, and outer space. After this camp, you will learn what it means to find the adventure in each day.

$200, Ages 5-10, 9am-12pm

Soccer Shots is a leader in youth soccer development. Our nationally recognized non-competitive skills program offers a high energy, fun, age-appropriate introduction to the wonderful game of soccer. Each day contains the perfect mix of reviewing previously learned and new skills.

*Players will be divided into groups of equal age/skill level

Character Development: Our innovative curriculum extends beyond physical activity to incorporate values like respect, sharing, teamwork, encouragement and cooperation. The enhancement of a child’s coordination, balance and agility is often seen immediately, but it is the building blocks being created for a life-long love of sports that have the strongest impact.

Soccer Skills: Each day, we focus on having fun while guiding children through imaginative games that teach basic soccer skills. Our coaches are energetic and enthusiastic, are great teachers, and love working with children.

Active Lifestyle: Children benefit with increased psychomotor development through fun fitness activities. Soccer Shots encourages the development of active lifestyle habits.

$200 Ages 6-10, 9:00-12:00 pm

Porter-Gaud Cheerleading Coach Christy Christmas runs a Summer Camp for your little Cheerleading enthusiast. In this program your child will learn the proper techniques and fundamentals to help kick start a cheering future. Camp will be focused around fun, instruction and technique development. Christy brings her wealth of Cheer knowledge along with her captivating personality to the PG campus. This camp is excellent for girls interested in participating in Cheerleading or preparing for the upcoming season.

$200, Ages 6-13, 9am-12pm

Rhythmic Gymnastics is an olympic sport where gymnasts perform on the floor using an apparatus: hoop, ribbon, rope, ball, or clubs. Rhythmic gymnastics combines the acrobatics of artistic gymnastics with the grace of ballet, and the creativity of cirque. Rhythmic gymnasts are known for their extreme flexibility, creative acrobatic movements, and awe inspiring throws!

Popular in Eastern Europe, rhythmic gymnastics has been growing steadily in the states for the past decade! Charleston School of Rhythmic Gymnastics is South Carolina's only rhythmic gymnastics training program. The school offers beginner friendly rec classes, a performance company, and a USA gymnastics competitive olympic development program!

Learn more about Rhythmic Gymnastics here: https://youtu.be/lVUdFTLcW6s

$200, Ages 7-10, 1pm-4pm. Girls only

Get your sticks ready for one of the fastest growing sports in America!

This Camp will teach the general knowledge and skills needed to play the high pace sport of Girls Lacrosse. Through drills, games and competitive play, campers will learn about the FUNdamentals pertaining to girls lacrosse. This will include passing, shooting, ground balls, cradling, and defensive tactics.

They will also learn about the key concepts and rules of lacrosse, like offsides, defensive formations, the rules of the crease, and much more. Please try to bring your own sticks, we have some extra if needed. Don't miss your chance to get a jumpstart on this awesome sport!

$225, Ages 7-10, 9am-12pm

Watch as Chef Danielle makes incredible recipes and then gives you the opportunity to replicate. Good luck! Nailed it is one of the most fun camps offered all Summer and will give your budding Chef the opportunity to develop their kitchen mastery skills.

$225, Ages 7-10, 9:00am-12:00pm

Calling all future filmmakers! Join Joanne Benson and Rebecca Wade for our new movie making program! Students will learn and practice the art of stop motion film making by creating their own short films. We will be using LEGOs, iMovie, green screens and media editing apps to create a short film. Students will be writing, editing and producing their own stop animation film. Students will be given their own iPads for the week and can work individually on their films.

*iPads will be provided

$325, Ages 9-13, 9am-12:30pm

Surf's Up! Join the team at Folly Beach with Surfing Guru Gretchen Tate. This camp will meet at Porter-Gaud, transportation and Surf Boards will be provided! Don't miss this cool opportunity to learn the basics or advance your current surfing prowess. This is one of the most fun camps we offer all Summer, and space is limited to 16 participants. Gretchen Tate will provide all of the education and direction you will need to develop your surfing ability.

$225, Ages 9-12, 9:00am-12:00pm

Is your child the next Calvin Klein or Coco Chanel? We have the perfect camp experience for your young designer. We will learn the history of fashion while designing and creating everything from groovy t-shirts to crowns fit for a future king or queen. If your child has a passion for fashion this is the right place!

$200, Ages 5-7, 1pm-4pm

Do you know someone who loves to build and create? From submarines to skyscrapers and everything in between this camp will explore the many wonders of construction and engineering. We will use a variety of materials to plan and create daily projects. Get your hard hat and tool belt ready for a week of hands on engineering fun!

$200, Ages 5-7, 1pm-4pm

It's a bird, it's a plane, it's...a spotlight kid superhero! Come and discover your creative potential through musical theater. We will sing, dance, and act our way through this week-long session. Students will practice scene work, choreograph their own Broadway-style dance, practice storytelling through song, and much more. Come one, come all! All levels of experience are welcome.

$225, Ages 7-10, 1pm-4pm

In this camp students will dive deep into health and nutrition! We will make delicious foods with the freshest ingredients to share and learn about the benefits of these foods and how they impact our health. We will end the week with a friendly and tasty competition!

$225, Ages 8-12, 1pm-4pm

This week, blast off to a galaxy far, far away!  We will learn about the process of invention, about inventors of the past, and have the time and space to create our very own inventions. Bring your imagination, hands ready to build, and who knows what you’ll create!

$225, Ages 8-12, 1pm-4pm

This camp is perfect for the kids with a green thumb! –or those who want to have a green thumb! Students will learn about the life cycle of different plants, parts of a plant, and what plants need to grow. We will even get to learn about some of the bugs we may see in gardens! Activities may include: creating wind chimes, bugs, stepping stones, or sun catchers. At the end of the week students will be able to pot their own plant!

$225, Ages 10-15, 1pm-4pm

Stronger, faster, better.  Join Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach Isaac Rodgers and quickly become a better all around athlete. Get ready to work and learn specific techniques that you can take with you.  Build speed, strength and confidence.  All levels welcome. 

$400, Ages 8-13, 9:00-3:00pm, **Full Lunch Included!

Your child will love our Minecraft Camp and you will be investing in their future as they learn vital 21st century skills. They will explore the creative side of computing and learn how to work in a team, while creating 3D worlds in a shared environment. They will also learn about coding using Command Blocks and using Microsoft’s block based Code Builder in the special Education Edition of Minecraft. They will do all this on the latest Windows PCs with Nvidia Graphics cards or on Apple iPads. 

They will discover how Virtual Reality will play a part in their lives in the future, by spending a full day of camp trying out the latest VR games and applications, on the latest Virtual Reality Quest 2 headsets.

The week will feature a number of Minecraft build competitions, where they will create a world in teams to a set theme. Each day they will also have short competitions inside Minecraft, such as Hide and Seek inside a custom Minecraft world. Campers will also have breaks to stretch out and play games. 

At our Minecraft camp your child will gain skills in problem solving, creativity, collaboration, communication and team-working.

Ages 10-14, 9:00-3:00pm

Join the PG Middle School coaches for the Kings of the Court Basketball Camp! This camp is designed for players looking to fine tune their skills and learn to compete at a high-level.

Competitive drive is a must.  We warm-up, run through some skills and drills, and then we play.  

1v1 Tournament, 3v3 Tournament and 5v5!  

Prizes to winners, this is one of the most fun basketball camps of the Summer. 

Lunch Included Everyday!!

George Georgas presents, ACT PREP!

This camp is a preparatory course for the upcoming ACT test on Saturday, July 16th.

An apt analogy for the SAT and ACT is that they are like rivers that students have to navigate, requiring both the proper equipment and mental approach. I often regard myself as not only the sturdy oar that can propel them through these waters faster, but also a ready flotation device in case they capsize.

Test prep is all about reminding students about what they may have forgotten and then showing them ways to circumvent traditional channels in both math, verbal, and science arenas. I show them traditional ways to do the Top 25 math problems on these very predictable tests-both SAT and ACT-and then alternative, often more time-efficient ways. This appeals to those who want to be smart, not only clever, and especially to those who are coachable and adaptable.

Spots are limited!

$200, Ages 5-7, 9am-12pm

Welcome to the Wild Wild West!  We will learn all about ghost town legends, panning for gold, cowboy's and cowgirl's, their cool outfits, barrel racing and some more rodeo fun.

$200, Ages 5-7, 9am-12pm

Do you love animals as much as we do? Do you know a lot about animals, yet still have so many questions? In this camp, we are going to widen our knowledge on animals and try to understand more about why animals act in the ways that they do. From the birds in the sky to the fish in the sea, we will cover it all. You will walk away with lots of fun facts, as well as some fun craft projects.

$200, Ages 5-10, 9:00am-12:00pm

Soccer Shots is a leader in youth soccer development. Our nationally recognized non-competitive skills program offers a high energy, fun, age-appropriate introduction to the wonderful game of soccer. Each day contains the perfect mix of reviewing previously learned and new skills.

*Players will be divided into groups of equal age/skill level

Character Development: Our innovative curriculum extends beyond physical activity to incorporate values like respect, sharing, teamwork, encouragement and cooperation. The enhancement of a child’s coordination, balance and agility is often seen immediately, but it is the building blocks being created for a life-long love of sports that have the strongest impact.

Soccer Skills: Each day, we focus on having fun while guiding children through imaginative games that teach basic soccer skills. Our coaches are energetic and enthusiastic, are great teachers, and love working with children.

Active Lifestyle: Children benefit with increased psychomotor development through fun fitness activities. Soccer Shots encourages the development of active lifestyle habits.

$225, Ages 6-9, 1pm-4pm

Is there anything better than a fresh loaf of bread and homemade whipped butter? Chef Danielle will insist that the key to being a great baker is knowing how to make a perfect loaf of bread! This class will focus on creating various types of breads and pastries for students to bring home and share. This course will have your camper mastering the basics of the kitchen!

$200, Ages 7-10, 9am-12pm. Girls only,

Get your sticks ready for one of the fastest growing sports in America!

This Camp will teach the general knowledge and skills needed to play the high pace sport of Girls Lacrosse. Through drills, games and competitive play, campers will learn about the FUNdamentals pertaining to girls lacrosse. This will include passing, shooting, ground balls, cradling, and defensive tactics.

They will also learn about the key concepts and rules of lacrosse, like offsides, defensive formations, the rules of the crease, and much more. Please try to bring your own sticks, we have some extra if needed. Don't miss your chance to get a jumpstart on this awesome sport!

$200, Ages 7-10, 9am-12pm

Get your dancing shoes on and get ready to show off your coolest moves in this dance party workout. Dancers will learn new moves, participate in several teacher-led dance routines, and even put together some choreography of their own.

This program is designed to build confidence by learning how to move and groove in your own skin. All dance abilities are welcomed and encouraged to join! Come ready to move with sneakers and water bottles. 

$200, Ages 8-12, 9am-12pm

Have you ever wanted to see the world? This camp we will explore the various countries around the globe through their history, culture, foods, and more! So pack your bags, we sail tonight!

$225, Ages 10-14, 9am-12pm

Come learn baseball fundamentals with JV head coaches Zac and Andrew on the beautiful fields of Porter-Gaud! This program is designed for students who are looking to improve their overall play while having fun. 

The coaching staff at Camp Cyclone is dedicated to the development and growth of young baseball players. Coach Zac was a varsity pitcher, outfielder and 1st baseman for West Oak High school in South Carolina, including 3 years of Legion Baseball in college, and is currently a coach for Porter-Gaud’s JV team. His passion lies in teaching the fundamentals of the game while igniting the passion of America’s favorite past-time. Coach Andrew was a 4 year varsity player and captain, recognized as overall MVP and district Champion back in Philadelphia. Coach Andrew is also a Porter-Gaud JV Coach, and runs youth baseball programs throughout the year. 

This camp focuses on improvement and growth in each aspect of baseball.  From hitting, catching, throwing, sliding and base running, you will be all over the diamond this summer.  Porter-Gaud facilities come with a state of the art batting cage and baseball diamond. Bring your hat, bat and glove, and get ready to knock it out of the park!

$200, Ages 5-7, 1pm-4pm

This camp is going to be out of this world! Have you ever wondered about what the life of an astronaut is like? Or how we know so much about space, even the parts that are unexplored? This week, we will take a journey to outer space and learn all about topics such as the stars, moon, planets, black holes, and much more.

$200, Ages 5-7, 1pm-4pm

Ahoy, buccaneers! Come aboard this pirate ship and have a swashbuckling good time as we set sail to a world of adventure. We will read stories, play games, learn pirate lingo and follow treasure maps to find hidden treasure. We will learn about how our own Charleston harbor was the playground of some of the world’s most notorious pirates and what they did while they were looking for the gold. See ya there matey!

$225, Ages 7-10, 1:00-4:00pm

Let's get crafty! Join Art aficionado and Upper School teacher Mrs. Preslar this Summer to create seasonal pieces for all to enjoy. Artful Antics is a fun and creative opportunity for students to create with their peers. We will be making a variety of art projects including paint, clay, watercolors, and more. Supplies and aprons will be provided. All artwork will be sent home at the end of the program.  Field trip included.

All materials included!!

$225 Ages 8-12, 1pm-4pm, girls only.

Do you like to figure out solutions to problems you run into each day?  Do you imagine inventions that will help you and your friends?  If so, come learn more about the exciting world of engineering!  Utilizing activities from Engineering is Elementary, we will use the engineering design process to problem solve and create solutions to a given challenge.  Participants will be encouraged to continually revise their designs to engineer the best possible solution in the given time frame! 

$225, Ages 8-12, 1pm-4pm

The Charleston Lowcountry is one of the most amazing destinations in the world.  Join this fun, educational and enlightening camp to learn why the Lowcountry is so special.  Explore the marshy history, the food and the folklore.  Field trip included!

$250, Ages 9-13, 1pm-4pm

Calling all budding bakers for a best of the best Kids in the Kitchen Baking Camp! This camp is for all aspiring bakers that already possess the basic baking fundamentals. The creations built this week will be amazing.

$225, Ages 10-15, 1pm-4pm

Stronger, faster, better.  Join Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach Isaac Rodgers and quickly become a better all around athlete. Get ready to work and learn specific techniques that you can take with you.  Build speed, strength and confidence.  All levels welcome. 

$300, Rising 5th graders-Rising 12th Graders, Monday-Wednesday 8:30-4:00pm

Train with the best, the PG Volleyball team with Coach Crouch has been a Dynasty over the past decade. This camp will focus on fundamentals, including more specific position training. Individual training will be integrated into team drills and game-like situations. This camp will be competitive and a great way to get ready for your upcoming volleyball season.

**Full Lunch Included!

*Only Monday-Wednesday

$425, Ages 7-12, 9am-3pm

Bringing Baseball Back To It's Roots! - Hosted by Brian Rorick
 

Coach Rorick has performed over 250 camps over the past 10 years.  Each day is designed to enhance the all-around skills of your child.  Our instructors will lead your child through hitting, throwing mechanics, pitching, catching, fielding, and base running drills.  Each afternoon wraps up with live games to utilize what we learned each day.

·       6-1 Player to Coach Ratio

·       Camper of the day/week awards.  

·       Friday (Day Of Champions) - Home Run Derby, Around The Horn, Run The Bases, Wrigley Shower Catch and many more fun competitions!

·       Inclement weather: Email and Text Threads will be sent by 7:15am if it's raining or rain is expected.

·       (Indoor area will be used for Thunderstorms during camp) - Coach Rorick and staff will run educational chalk talk and give out prizes for correct answers during this time.

Questions:  Please contact Coach Rorick via email or phone today. bmrorick@gmail.com / 484-576-6828

$200, Ages 5-7, 9am-12pm

Have you ever wanted your turn to compete in the Olympics? This is your chance! In this camp we will learn about the Olympics, make Olympic medals and torches, and even get to compete in our very own Olympics!

$200, Ages 7-10, 1pm-4pm

In this camp we will bring out our inner farmer and get our hands in some dirt! We will plant and watch our seeds grow, learn some  gardening skills and tools, and get some hands on experience at a local urban farm.

$200, Ages 5-10, 9am-12pm

Soccer Shots is a leader in youth soccer development. Our nationally recognized non-competitive skills program offers a high energy, fun, age-appropriate introduction to the wonderful game of soccer. Each day contains the perfect mix of reviewing previously learned and new skills.

*Players will be divided into groups of equal age/skill level.

Character Development: Our innovative curriculum extends beyond physical activity to incorporate values like respect, sharing, teamwork, encouragement and cooperation.   The enhancement of a child’s coordination, balance and agility is often seen immediately, but it is the building blocks being created for a life-long love of sports that have the strongest impact.

Soccer Skills: Each day, we focus on having fun while guiding children through imaginative games that teach basic soccer skills.  Our coaches are energetic and enthusiastic, are great teachers, and love working with children.

Active Lifestyle: Children benefit with increased psychomotor development through fun fitness activities.  Soccer Shots encourages the development of active lifestyle habits.​

$225, Ages 6-9, 9am-12pm

Take a trip across the world and experience the delicious cuisine of Asia. Students will take a trip to the Asian market to learn about the unique ingredients, and how the market can differ from the typical grocery store they are accustomed to. Campers will learn to create classic Asian dishes from breakfast to dinner and discuss cultural differences in the ingredients used.

Does your child enjoy exploring the kitchen, and creating delicious recipes? Cyclone Kids in the Kitchen will give your child the opportunity to learn in a state of the art kitchen with experienced top chefs Kelsey and Danielle. Students will learn cooking essentials such as food prep, knife skills, balanced meals, baking, and more!

$250, Ages 6-10, 9:00-12:00pm

Instructor: Robin Rutherford 

This program is back by popular demand! 2-3 field trips included!

Summer is a time for fun and exploring!! Super Summer Science campers will be discovering and investigating the world around them through lots of engaging activities. Participants should be ready to launch rockets using balloons, Alka-Seltzer, and even their feet!! Campers will investigate insects and go on an insect hunt. As “geologists”, they will “dig up” rocks and minerals, erupt a volcano, and more! As marine scientists, campers will explore ocean creatures and even make ocean slime. Finally, campers will be using engineering  to create solutions to aviation and building challenges. Come join us for some super summer science fun and learning!!

$200, Ages 7-10, 9am-12pm

Have you ever wanted your turn to compete in the Olympics? This is your chance! In this camp we will learn about the Olympics, make Olympic medals and torches, and even get to compete in our very own Olympics!

$225, Ages 8-12, 9am-12pm

Love crafting? Want to make some fun pieces to wear and decorate with? Then come join us! This camp will offer jewelry making, making accessories, creating art to decorate, tie dying, working with clay, painting, and even an intro to weaving!

$200, Ages 8+, 9am-12pm

Our second year running! Get your creative building on in this week long Theatre and Set Design camp! Help us get ready for the production camp as we learn about the ins and outs of “Behind the curtain”! No experience necessary, camp ends with a presentation for parents of story boards and sets! 

$225, Ages 10-14, 9am-12pm.  ***FULL GEAR REQUIRED

Get your sticks ready for one of the fastest growing sports in America! This is an intermediate-level camp with full pads and designed for those with prior lacrosse experience.

This Camp will teach the general and advanced knowledge and skills needed to play the high pace sport of Lacrosse. Through drills, games and competitive play, campers will learn about the FUNdamentals. This will include passing, shooting, ground balls, cradling, and defensive tactics.

They will also learn about the key concepts and rules of lacrosse, like offsides, defensive formations, the rules of the crease, and much more. Please try to bring your own sticks, we have some extra if needed. Don't miss your chance to fine tune your skills with some advanced instruction.

$200, Ages 5-7, 1pm-4pm

Do you love Madagascar and want to learn more?  Best known for its lemurs (primitive relatives of monkeys, apes, and humans), colorful chameleons, stunning orchids, and towering baobab trees, Madagascar is home to some of the world's most unique flora and fauna. ... This distinctive biodiversity is a result of Madagascar's geographic isolation. Take a trip across the globe and soak in its vast culture.

$225, Ages 6-9, 1-4pm

Let's get crafty! Join Art aficionado and Upper School teacher Mrs. Preslar this Summer to create seasonal pieces for all to enjoy. Artful Antics is a fun and creative opportunity for students to create with their peers. We will be making a variety of art projects including paint, clay, watercolors, and more. Supplies and aprons will be provided. All artwork will be sent home at the end of the program. Field trip included!

All materials included!!

$200, Ages 7-10, 1pm-4pm

Are you the type of kid who actually likes spiders?  Are fangs fascinating?  This cool and unique camp will explore the worlds most dangerous and most venomous creatures alive.  From the Box Jellyfish to the innocent looking tree frog, small creatures can pack a big punch. 

$225, Ages 8-12, 1pm-4pm

Sharpen your teeth!  This week campers investigate sharks and their anatomy, and how researchers study sharks. We track migration patterns and create an investigative report on their favorite shark. Campers create shark tooth jewelry, and learn all about these stealthy underwater creatures.

$225, Ages 9-13, 1pm-4pm

Come learn the Low Country classic dishes such as shrimp and grits, pimento cheese, pickling fresh vegetables, and so much more! This program will include a trip to the farmers market to pick out farm fresh ingredients for their dishes. Students will learn the history and culture of traditional South Carolina cooking. Cyclone Kids in the Kitchen will give your child the opportunity to learn in a state of the art kitchen with experienced top chefs Kelsey and Danielle. Students will learn cooking essentials such as food prep, knife skills, balanced meals, baking, and more!

$225, Ages 10-15, 1pm-4pm

Stronger, faster, better.  Join Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach Isaac Rodgers and quickly become a better all around athlete. Get ready to work and learn specific techniques that you can take with you.  Build speed, strength and confidence.  All levels welcome. 

$385, July 18-22, 9:00-4:00pm, Ages 7-15, for Boys and Girls!

Monday-Thursday 9-4:00pm, Friday 9-12:30pm

Chuck Driesell - Former Coach at The Citadel, James Madison and the University of Maryland, Lieutenant in the Navy and son of Hall of Famer "Lefty" Driesell.

The goal of Coach Driesell’s camp is to help develop a well-rounded, complete basketball player. Our philosophy is to teach the fundamentals of the game along with a proper attitude toward it. We then teach them to be able to incorporate that into a team concept. We work on building confidence, teamwork, effort and sportsmanship, all of which are important to success both on and off the court. Campers range from beginners to accomplished players and are grouped accordingly. The ratio is 10:1. The camp includes a T-shirt and evaluation at the end of camp. If you want to learn the game of basketball and have fun with one of the best coaches in America this is the camp for you!

***LUNCH IS INCLUDED!***

$400, Ages 8-13, 9:00-3:00pm, **Full Lunch Included!

Your child will love our Minecraft Camp and you will be investing in their future as they learn vital 21st century skills. They will explore the creative side of computing and learn how to work in a team, while creating 3D worlds in a shared environment. They will also learn about coding using Command Blocks and using Microsoft’s block based Code Builder in the special Education Edition of Minecraft. They will do all this on the latest Windows PCs with Nvidia Graphics cards or on Apple iPads. 

They will discover how Virtual Reality will play a part in their lives in the future, by spending a full day of camp trying out the latest VR games and applications, on the latest Virtual Reality Quest 2 headsets.

The week will feature a number of Minecraft build competitions, where they will create a world in teams to a set theme. Each day they will also have short competitions inside Minecraft, such as Hide and Seek inside a custom Minecraft world. Campers will also have breaks to stretch out and play games. 

At our Minecraft camp your child will gain skills in problem solving, creativity, collaboration, communication and team-working.

$650, Ages 8+, 9am-3pm *TWO WEEK CAMP

Join us for our fourth summer of Musical Theatre Boot Camp! Everything you need to know from getting your script, auditioning, rehearsing, and performing a Musical in TWO WEEKS! This full day camp culminates in two fully costumed and staged performances of a show. Dance instructor: Rachel Smith, Voice Coach: Opera Singer Johnathan Stanford White, and PG’s Middle School Music Director: Andrea White coach students through a rigorous but exciting whirlwind of life on the Stage! 

$375, Incoming First Graders Only. 9:00-12:00pm

Fine tune your Kindergarten skills on your way to First Grade.  Onward and upward!  Don't miss this critical base knowledge building course from the Lyceum's best and give your child the headstart they need to be successful.  

$225, Ages 5-7, 9am-12pm

A week of icky, gooey, slimy experiments to make and take home.  Parents, you have been warned!

$200, Ages 5-7, 9:00am-12:00pm

Come with us on an adventure through the deep dark Amazon. The Amazon is the world's largest rainforest. It's home to more than 30 million people and one in ten known species on Earth. This camp will help build an understanding of scientific concepts through exploration, crafts, stories and research. We will learn how the scientific method can help us answer the questions we have about the natural and the mystical world of the Amazon. We will stretch our imaginations and understanding of this natural wonder.

$200, Ages 5-10, 9am-12pm

Soccer Shots is a leader in youth soccer development. Our nationally recognized non-competitive skills program offers a high energy, fun, age-appropriate introduction to the wonderful game of soccer. Each day contains the perfect mix of reviewing previously learned and new skills.

*Players will be divided into groups of equal age/skill level.

Character Development: Our innovative curriculum extends beyond physical activity to incorporate values like respect, sharing, teamwork, encouragement and cooperation.   The enhancement of a child’s coordination, balance and agility is often seen immediately, but it is the building blocks being created for a life-long love of sports that have the strongest impact.

Soccer Skills: Each day, we focus on having fun while guiding children through imaginative games that teach basic soccer skills.  Our coaches are energetic and enthusiastic, are great teachers, and love working with children.

Active Lifestyle: Children benefit with increased psychomotor development through fun fitness activities.  Soccer Shots encourages the development of active lifestyle habits.​

$225, Ages 10-14, 9am-12pm

Porter-Gaud is thrilled to present the opportunity for your child to learn the art of fencing by fencing professional Patrick Lausi! The elite sport of fencing incorporates agility, strength, coordination, balance, and timing. In this beginners fencing course, students will increase physical ability and gain a strong mental edge. The competitors of a fencing match wear protective gear and handle swords which will be fully provided for students to use each session. At the end of the program students will get the opportunity to visit the Edge of America Fencing Club of Charleston to practice their skills in a true match. **Fencing club will also include a free membership to the Edge of America fencing club.**

*Please email jferrelli@portergaud.edu and sstone@portergaud.edu if your child is right-handed or left-handed.  For more information about fencing check out edgeofamericafencing.com

$200, Ages 7-10, 9:00am-12:00pm

Ahoy, buccaneers! Come aboard this pirate ship and have a swashbuckling good time as we set sail to a world of adventure. We will read stories, play games, learn pirate lingo and follow treasure maps to find hidden treasure. We will learn about how our own Charleston harbor was the playground of some of the world’s most notorious pirates and what they did while they were looking for the gold. See ya there matey!

$200, Ages 7-10, 9am-12pm. Co-Ed

Get your sticks ready for one of the fastest growing sports in America!

This Camp will teach the general knowledge and skills needed to play the high pace sport of Lacrosse. Through drills, games and competitive play, campers will learn about the FUNdamentals. This will include passing, shooting, ground balls, cradling, and defensive tactics.

They will also learn about the key concepts and rules of lacrosse, like offsides, defensive formations, the rules of the crease, and much more. Please try to bring your own sticks, we have some extra if needed. Don't miss your chance to get a jumpstart on this awesome sport!

$325, Ages 9-13, 9am-12:30pm

Surf's Up! Join the team at Folly Beach with Surfing Guru Gretchen Tate. This camp will meet at Porter-Gaud, transportation and Surf Boards will be provided! Don't miss this cool opportunity to learn the basics or advance your current surfing prowess. This is one of the most fun camps we offer all Summer, and space is limited to 16 participants. Gretchen Tate will provide all of the education and direction you will need to develop your surfing ability.

$225, Ages 8-12, 9am-12pm

Explore art through an all new lens.  Art is everywhere around us, take this opportunity to find hidden masterpieces in the world around you.  Creative minds required!

$200, Ages 5-7, 1pm-4pm

Enjoy a treasure hunt week by visiting the jungles of Africa, with lots of animal adventures.  We will explore African folklore, arts and crafts along with dancing and cooking from the jungle.  Join us for this African Safari!

$200, Ages 5-7, 9am-12pm

Calling all lovers of anything mystical! This camp is perfect for your creative camper to explore and learn about the magical world of Unicorns and Narwhals. Campers will have a blast while designing fun crafts, including sparkly slime, majestical flower crowns, and their own one of a kind unicorn horn and narwhal tusk. This program is the ultimate combination of art, design, exploring outside, educational and physical activities, storytelling, and MORE!

$225, Ages 7-10, 1pm-4pm

Porter-Gaud is thrilled to present the opportunity for your child to learn the art of fencing by fencing professional Patrick Lausi! The elite sport of fencing incorporates agility, strength, coordination, balance, and timing. In this beginners fencing course, students will increase physical ability and gain a strong mental edge. The competitors of a fencing match wear protective gear and handle swords which will be fully provided for students to use each session. At the end of the program students will get the opportunity to visit the Edge of America Fencing Club of Charleston to practice their skills in a true match.  **Fencing club will also include a free membership to the Edge of America fencing club.**

*Please email jferrelli@portergaud.edu and sstone@portergaud.edu if your child is right-handed or left-handed. For more information about fencing check out edgeofamericafencing.com

$200, Ages 8-12, 1:00pm-4:00pm

Welcome to one of the most unique camps this Summer.  You find yourself in a challenging situation and you need to be prepared.  Learn how to keep yourself protected and find your way home.  What would you bring with you if you only had one backpack?  Step into many harrowing predicaments and use your critical thinking skills!

$225, Ages 7-10, 1pm-4pm

A week of icky, gooey, slimy experiments to make and take home.  Parents, you have been warned!

$225, Ages 10-15, 1pm-4pm

Stronger, faster, better.  Join Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach Isaac Rodgers and quickly become a better all around athlete. Get ready to work and learn specific techniques that you can take with you.  Build speed, strength and confidence.  All levels welcome. 

$150, Ages 10-14, 5pm-7pm, Monday-Thursday*

Join PG Varsity Football Coach Brad Bowles for this preparatory camp for athletes transitioning from Elementary to Middle School football. Our hope is that each and every athlete will fine tune the basic fundamentals of the game. We will work to prepare them for the next level of football through a variety of skills, drills, and 7 on 7 competition. Campers will be taught football on both the offensive and defensive side of the ball. While learning the basic fundamentals throughout camp we also will promote teamwork, competition, and hard work in a fun competitive atmosphere. 

*Participants will be broken up by age and ability level for portions of practice.

*4 days only

Monday and Tuesday, July 25 & 26 9am-4pm, lunch included. https://aaronnesmith.wixsite.com/aaron-nesmith

Aaron Nesmith, a former Gatorade South Carolina Player of the year, nationally recognized player at Vanderbilt University and the number 14th pick in the 2020 NBA draft, is excited to host his first annual Aaron Nesmith Sharpshooter Camp at his alma mater, Porter-Gaud School. 

The two-day basketball camp for girls and boys ages 7-16 will focus on the fundamentals of basketball such as shooting, sportsmanship, ball-handling, and defense. 

The camp is for children of all skill levels! Campers will receive lunch, beverages, and prizes.

Instructors: Aaron Nesmith, John Pearson, Porter-Gaud Varsity Basketball Coach, and His Coaching Staff

Includes rising Grades 4-11

$650, Ages 8+, 9am-3pm *TWO WEEK CAMP

Join us for our fourth summer of Musical Theatre Boot Camp! Everything you need to know from getting your script, auditioning, rehearsing, and performing a Musical in TWO WEEKS! This full day camp culminates in two fully costumed and staged performances of a show. Dance instructor: Rachel Smith, Voice Coach: Opera Singer Johnathan Stanford White, and PG’s Middle School Music Director: Andrea White coach students through a rigorous but exciting whirlwind of life on the Stage! 

$375, Incoming First Graders Only. 9:00-12:00pm

Fine tune your Kindergarten skills on your way to First Grade.  Onward and upward!  Don't miss this critical base knowledge building course from the Lyceum's best and give your child the headstart they need to be successful.  

$200, Ages 5-7, 9am-12pm

Aloha campers! Get your grass skirts ready for a week of sun, fun, and all things tropical! Campers will design their own tiki masks, play island games, and even create their own luau desserts. We will even get to build an erupting volcano!

$200, Ages 5-10, 9:00am-12:00pm

Soccer Shots is a leader in youth soccer development. Our nationally recognized non-competitive skills program offers a high energy, fun, age-appropriate introduction to the wonderful game of soccer. Each day contains the perfect mix of reviewing previously learned and new skills.

*Players will be divided into groups of equal age/skill level

Character Development: Our innovative curriculum extends beyond physical activity to incorporate values like respect, sharing, teamwork, encouragement and cooperation. The enhancement of a child’s coordination, balance and agility is often seen immediately, but it is the building blocks being created for a life-long love of sports that have the strongest impact.

Soccer Skills: Each day, we focus on having fun while guiding children through imaginative games that teach basic soccer skills. Our coaches are energetic and enthusiastic, are great teachers, and love working with children.

Active Lifestyle: Children benefit with increased psychomotor development through fun fitness activities. Soccer Shots encourages the development of active lifestyle habits.

$225, Ages 6-9, 9am-12pm

Each day, campers will begin by learning about and participating in different styles of exercise including running, dance, team sports, yoga, and more. Then, campers will spend time learning about nutrition and the different kinds of foods and ingredients that keep our active bodies strong and healthy. Come ready to move with sneakers and water bottles! 

$200, Ages 7-10, 9am-12pm

Does your curious camper enjoy discovering and solving mysteries? The Detectives is the perfect program for your sleuth. Campers will be challenged to solve various cases around campus while learning what it really takes to be a true detective! 

$225, Ages 8-12, 9am-12pm

Do you like to figure out solutions to problems you run into each day?  Do you imagine inventions that will help you and your friends?  If so, come learn more about the exciting world of engineering!  Utilizing activities from Engineering is Elementary, we will use the engineering design process to problem solve and create solutions to a given challenge.  Participants will be encouraged to continually revise their designs to engineer the best possible solution in the given time frame! 

$200, Ages 8-12, 9:00am-12:00pm

Are you the type of kid who actually likes spiders?  Are fangs fascinating?  This cool and unique camp will explore the worlds most dangerous and most venomous creatures alive.  From the Box Jellyfish to the innocent looking tree frog, small creatures can pack a big punch. 

$225, Ages 5-8, 1:00pm-4:00pm

Love crafting? Want to make some fun pieces to wear and decorate with? Then come join us! This camp will offer jewelry making, making accessories, creating art to decorate, tie dying, working with clay, painting, and even an intro to weaving!

$235, Ages 6-10, 1pm-4pm

Downward Dog, Cat, and Tree Pose! Yoga is a fun non-competitive practice for children, that will give students healthy habits to carry throughout life. The benefits of yoga for young children include refining flexibility and balance, reducing stress and anxiety, as well as helping develop concentration and focus. This yoga camp is designed to encourage students to gain a sense of self, community and body+mind connection while having fun. Certified Yoga Instructor and Integrative Health and Wellness Coach Savannah Stone will be instructing this course for lower school students. All skill levels are welcome.

Campers can be excited to learn basic yoga techniques, playing games, going on a nature hike, have a yoga practice at the beach, and more!

*A trip to the beach and yoga mat included!

$200, Ages 7-10, 1pm-4pm

Do you love animals as much as we do? Do you know a lot about animals, yet still have so many questions? In this camp, we are going to widen our knowledge on animals and try to understand more about why animals act in the ways that they do. From the birds in the sky to the fish in the sea, we will cover it all. You will walk away with lots of fun facts, as well as some fun craft projects.

$250, Ages 8-13, 1pm-4pm

Learn all about photography in these comprehensive afternoon workshops. Instruction will include the fundamentals, the language, and the history of this powerful medium. Campers will travel two of the days on site to some of Charleston's most historic photo opportunities! As a former Parson's Instructor and professional photographer, I will give your child all the basic knowledge to create a great photograph - including design, concept and composition with fun assignments to practice at home. The final day, the students design an amazing virtual exhibition (a website) with a link that may be shared with family and friends. No prior knowledge needed.

http://celestejoye.com/

$225, Ages 10-15, 1pm-4pm

Stronger, faster, better.  Join Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach Isaac Rodgers and quickly become a better all around athlete. Get ready to work and learn specific techniques that you can take with you.  Build speed, strength and confidence.  All levels welcome. 

$200, Porter-Gaud Rising First Graders, 9-12:00pm

This will be taught by your grade level homeroom teachers

Put on your detective hats and come join the fun! Rising first graders will become detectives for a week. Using their observation skills, students will discover the “mysteries” of Porter-Gaud. Students will discover the Porter-Gaud campus such as the Lower School playground, the cafeteria, the first grade building, the auditorium, the fine arts building, and much more. Students will work with all Porter-Gaud first grade teachers who will introduce them to a variety of daily routines and expectations to ensure a smooth transition. There will be a concentration of reading and math activities involving mysteries. The academics will help jump start first grade skills.

**Don't forget to register for Ready, Set Play which begins at 1am-4pm right after Jump Start. The kids will need to get some energy out and its taught by our very own Lower School P.E. Instructor Ms. Engelhardt.

**(If you enroll in Ready, Set, Play (Engelhardt) or Karate (Sensei Pettus) from 1-4:00pm a Full Lunch will be provided!

Location: Hoomes and Rich Building, Room 35

$200, Porter-Gaud Rising Second Graders, 9:00am-12:00pm

This will be taught by your grade level homeroom teachers

We will spend five days exploring what life will be like as a second grader. Students that participate in these programs have an advantage. Connecting with your teachers and fellow classmates after a long Summer is extremely beneficial. Students will be more prepared and organized for the 2nd grade year ahead. Jump Start will include reading and math skills, writing, and a lot of fun! Leap with both feet and get an early start to your year in second grade.

**Don't forget to register for Ready, Set Play which begins at 1am-4pm right after Jump Start. The kids will need to get some energy out and its taught by our very own Lower School P.E. Instructor Ms. Engelhardt.

**(If you register for Ready, Set, Play (Engelhardt) or Karate (Sensei Pettus) from 1-4:00pm a Full Lunch will be provided!)

This camp is offered to Porter-Gaud rising second graders.

$200, Porter-Gaud Rising Third Graders, 9-12:00pm

This will be taught by your grade level homeroom teachers

In this week-long camp rising 3^rd grade students will have the opportunity for an advantageous start to school their year. Students will get organized with all of the classroom materials they need, be familiarized with curriculum, meet and play with fellow classmates, and get acclimated to what the life of a Porter-Gaud Third Grader is like before the school year begins. Don’t hesitate to sign up and give your child that edge he/she needs to succeed.

**Don't forget to register for Ready, Set Play which begins at 1am-4pm right after Jump Start. The kids will need to get some energy out and its taught by our very own Lower School P.E. Instructor Ms. Engelhardt.

This camp is offered to Porter-Gaud rising third graders.

$200, Porter-Gaud Rising Fourth Graders, 9-12:00pm

This will be taught by the grade level homeroom teachers

Are you ready for your final year at the Porter-Gaud Lower School?  The jump from third to fourth can be challenging in terms of workload and curriculum. This camp is the best way to prepare you child(s) for this transition. Throughout the week students will work together and with Mrs. Howard to get organized and excited for what their last year in the Lower School holds. Don’t miss out on an opportunity to lay down the foundation for prosperous academic year.

**Don't forget to register for Ready, Set Play which begins at 1am-4pm right after Jump Start. The kids will need to get some energy out and its taught by our very own Lower School P.E. Instructor Ms. Engelhardt.

This camp is offered to Porter-Gaud rising fourth graders.

$250, "Jump Start to 5th Grade with an Emphasis on the Summer reading book and middle school writing strategies"

Porter-Gaud Rising 5th Graders, 9am - 12pm

Goals of Camp:
*Have fun while preparing for the jump into middle school
*Read the summer reading book with comprehension, vocabulary and literary elements discussions.
*Tour of the Middle School
*Writing activities geared to 5th grade writing
*Review of Conventions

*Access your locker before the rest of the class returns!

Woohoo!!!

$225, Ages 10-14, 9am-12pm

Come learn baseball fundamentals with JV head coaches Zac and Andrew on the beautiful fields of Porter-Gaud! This program is designed for students who are looking to improve their overall play while having fun. 

The coaching staff at Camp Cyclone is dedicated to the development and growth of young baseball players. Coach Zac was a varsity pitcher, outfielder and 1st baseman for West Oak High school in South Carolina, including 3 years of Legion Baseball in college, and is currently a coach for Porter-Gaud’s JV team. His passion lies in teaching the fundamentals of the game while igniting the passion of America’s favorite past-time. Coach Andrew was a 4 year varsity player and captain, recognized as overall MVP and district Champion back in Philadelphia. Coach Andrew is also a Porter-Gaud JV Coach, and runs youth baseball programs throughout the year. 

This camp focuses on improvement and growth in each aspect of baseball.  From hitting, catching, throwing, sliding and base running, you will be all over the diamond this summer.  Porter-Gaud facilities come with a state of the art batting cage and baseball diamond. Bring your hat, bat and glove, and get ready to knock it out of the park!

$250, Ages 10-14, 9am-12pm

Learn the essentials for writing and illustrating graphic novels in our new Lyceum Workshop Camp. Students will brainstorm stories, create storyboards, and combine writing with drawing to create a short comic.  This is a great opportunity to learn what it takes to be a Graphic Novel author, and to help get your students' brains ready to return to school!

$200, Ages 6-9, 1:00-4:00pm

Did you Jump Start into your new grade and need to unwind? This program is designed for those campers that have just completed their day in Jump Start and need some fun and excitement.

No couch potatoes at this camp! Ready, Set, Play is the ultimate youth games program. Soccer, basketball, and kickball are a few sports that will be offered. Unique games such as capture the objects, pin ball, and soccer tag will also be played. Play with Hula-Hoops, Limbo, and learn how to “jump the snake.” Emphasis will be on basic motor skills, teamwork, and FUN! Campers are guaranteed to go home tired each day! Shorts, t-shirts, and athletic shoes are required. An assortment of snacks will be provided at no additional charge.

If you are enrolled in a Jump Start in the morning, get a free lunch and coverage until 1pm!

This camp is for rising grades K-4. Spaces are limited!

$225, Ages 6-9, 1:00-4:00PM

Seha Karate Owner and Operator, Sensei Pettus, returns with his beginner Karate class. You will learn the basic fundamentals as well as self-defense techniques. The class will promote physical fitness and demonstrate respect for yourself and others. You will learn to practice self-control and you will have the opportunity to earn traditional belt advancement. T-shirt, Belt and Key Chain all provided! Come join us!

$200, Ages 8-12, 1pm-4pm

Headed by PG's very own Mr. Schmieding! Disc golf has become increasingly popular over the years. It is a fun, outdoor sport that everyone can enjoy. The game is simple, throwing frisbee discs at target baskets, and following the rules of golf.

Porter-Gaud now has a 9-hole disc golf course on campus and this is our first ever Disc Golf camp here at Camp Cyclone! Your child will learn the rules and basics of disc golf. They will learn various throwing techniques that are used when throwing different discs (drivers, mid-range discs, and putters). Students will practice playing different holes each session and will work to make improvements.

As students progress their disc throwing ability, they will work on different shot shaping techniques such as the hyzer, anhyzer, and tomahawk. During each session we will also play some putting practice games such as HORSE (same rules as HORSE in basketball). The program will end with a 9-hole tournament on the PG campus course.

$225, Ages 10-14, 1pm-4pm.  ***FULL GEAR REQUIRED

Get your sticks ready for one of the fastest growing sports in America!  This is an intermediate-level camp with full pads and designed for those with prior lacrosse experience.

This Camp will teach the general and advanced knowledge and skills needed to play the high pace sport of Lacrosse. Through drills, games and competitive play, campers will learn about the FUNdamentals. This will include passing, shooting, ground balls, cradling, and defensive tactics.

They will also learn about the key concepts and rules of lacrosse, like offsides, defensive formations, the rules of the crease, and much more. Please try to bring your own sticks, we have some extra if needed. Don't miss your chance to fine tune your skills with some advanced instruction.

Saturday and Sunday, August 6th+7th 9am-4pm, lunch included.

Khris Middleton, NBA Champion and Olympic Gold Medalist, former Porter-Gaud star and current All-Star for the Milwaukee Bucks, will host his 6th Annual Khris Middleton Skills Academy at his alma mater, Porter-Gaud School.  

The two-day basketball camp for girls and boys ages 8 - 17 will focus on basketball fundamentals such as ball handling, passing, teamwork, and shooting. 

The Academy is for children of all skill levels! Campers will receive lunch, beverages, and prizes from corporate sponsors such as Nike and the Milwaukee Bucks. 

Instructors: Khris Middleton, John Pearson, Porter-Gaud Varsity Basketball Coach and His Coaching Staff

Includes rising Grades 4-12