2008 Summer Youth Camps

ACADEMICS AND THE ARTS

SUMMER THEOLOGY INSTITUTE-- June 15-27. This program is for incoming Furman freshmen who desire to explore more deeply the potential meanings and purposes of their lives as they begin a new part of life's journey. Students find that this twelve-day experience of theological study, personal reflection, community service, play and friendship offers them new and meaningful insight about God's calling to all human beings to live responsibley in the world. Emphasis is placed on identifying and finding courage to act on one's own beliefs and unique gifts. Food, lodging, materials and tuition are covered in full by Furman University and a grant from the Lilly Endowment. Contact Ann Quattlebaum at 864-294-2511 or Elaine Nocks at 864-294-2220.

FURMAN UNIVERSITY SUMMER SCHOLARS (high school) -- One or two week academic enrichment programs designed for rising juniors and seniors in high school (rising sophomores may be considered for certain programs). Students study under the direction of Furman faculty members in small group settings. Summer Scholars programs typically include a variety of learning experiences such as lectures, class discussions, debates, laboratory experiences, field trips, group and individual projects, and other activities intended to provide an enjoyable and challenging engaged learning experience for participants. For more information, contact Enrollment Office, Furman University, 3300 Poinsett Highway, Greenville, SC 29613, (864) 294-3231, e-mail jean.adams@furman.edu On line application can be found at: www.furman.edu/summerscholars

THE RILEY INSTITUTE'S FOR EMERGING PUBLIC LEADERS PROGRAM -- July 22-28. Emerging Public Leaders, which received a "South Carolina on the Move" award from U.S. Senator Jim DeMint in 2005, is an iexciting service-oriented leadership program open to rising high school seniors. This week-long summer program offers a series of experiences that enable students to become public leaders in both domestic and international arenas.The program is free of charge to all students who are selected to participate. For more information visit the Emerging Public Leaders web site at http://www.furman.edu/riley/programs/emerging.htm or contact Dr. Brooke Culclasure at brooke.culclasure@furman.edu or 864-294-3236.

MICROSCOPE, KALEIDOSCOPE, TELESCOPE

The "scopes" program is founded upon the belief that children will thrive in an environment in which they are challenged to think and question, can be playful and imaginative. Visit us on the web at www.furman.edu/conted/lifelong.htm  to see some of the activities. LIMITED ENROLLMENT: REGISTER EARLY! Please note the following enrollment policies: For Kaleidoscope, Microscope, and Telescope, a non-refundable deposit of $100 per session reserves a place for your child. Balance due and no refund one month prior to each indivdiual program session. Cancellation more than one month prior to session will refund tuition less the deposit.  For additional information and registration, contact Linda Cook - 864-294-3134 or Donna Rogers - 864-294-2153.

Microscope

Pamela B. Shucker, director/naturalist; Meredith Burton, teacher/naturalist

This full-day summer academic enrichment program with a science and nature focus is designed for rising first or second graders. Children participate daily in science, reading, art, music and outdoor sports. In addition to a structured schedule of "classroom" activities, there is also time for creek walks and quiet reflections and fun-and-tumble supervised games. Two sessions are two weeks in length and two sessions are one week in length.

(001D08) Microscope, session 1, Mon.-Fri, June 16-27, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., $449

(001A08) Microscope, session 2, Mon.-Fri., July 7-11, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., $249

(002A08) Microscope, session 3, Mon.-Fri., July 14-25, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., $449

(003A08) Microscope, session 4, Mon.-Fri., July 28-Aug 1,  9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., $249

Kaleidoscope

Bruce Cable, creative director, summer enrichment programs
Join us for summer academic adventuring with outstanding teacher Bruce Cable in his imaginative programming for children. Kaleidoscope provides a never-ending variety of educational (science, social studies, the arts, foreign language) and recreational experiences (nature walks, outdoor games). In the same day, you may play a drum, design a power point presentation, hit a ball, learn a Spanish phrase, observe a chemistry demonstration and make a new friend. Young people (rising third, fourth and fifth graders) can come for one or more of the sessions. There are two sessions of two weeks and two sessions of one week in length.

(002D08) Kaleidoscope, session 1, Mon.-Fri., June 16-27, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., $449

(004A08) Kaleidoscope, session 2, Mon.-Fri., July 7-11, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., $249

(005A08) Kaleidoscope, session 3, Mon.-Fri., July 14-25, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., $449

(006A08) Kaleidoscope, session 4, Mon.-Fri., July 28-Aug 1, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., $249

Telescope

Debbi Long, director/teacher
Telescope is for rising sixth, seventh and eighth graders. The program features classroom instruction with scientific experimentation and investigation which challenges thinking skills and creative problem-solving, while also including daily art and outdoor games. The goal of the program is greater middle school success, strengthened by expressing creativity, enriching interest areas and fostering cooperation and teamwork. There are sessions of both one week and of two weeks, so the content will differ.

(007A08) Telescope, session 1, Mon.-Fri., July 7-11, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., $249

(008A08) Telescope, session 2, Mon.-Fri., July 14-25, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., $449

MUSIC CAMPS

FURMAN BAND AND ORCHESTRA CAMP -- June 15-20. For students ages 12-18 with intermediate to advanced training on a concert band instrument or orchestral string instrument. Students participate in large ensembles, small ensembles, master classes and sectionals supplemented by daily recreational and social activities. Private lessons are available for an additional fee. For additional information, visit our website at: http://www.furman.edu/depts/music/degreesandprograms/summerprograms.htm, or by contacting the music office - 864-294-2086; email: furmanmusic@furman.edu.

FURMAN SUMMER KEYBOARD INSTITUTE -- June 22-27. For intermediate and advanced piano students, ages 12-18. Primary areas of study: piano or organ. Secondary areas of study: piano, organ or ensemble piano. Students select primary and secondary areas of study, participating in small group classes, master classes, student recitals, faculty recitals and special topic sessions supplemented by daily recreational and social activities. Private lessons are available for an additional fee. For additional information: http://www.furman.edu/depts/music/degreesandprograms/summerprograms.htm or by contacting the music office - 864-294-2086, email: furmanmusic@furman.edu.

SOUTH CAROLINA SUZUKI INSTITUTE -- July 12-19. The only program of its type in the state, the Suzuki Institute offers an opportunity for students, parents and teachers to observe, study and improve their knowledge and skills in the Suzuki Music Method. For: Suzuki-trained string and piano students, from Twinkle through Book 10. Teacher workshops and training sessions available. Certified by the SAA. Parents of young children attend and observe all lessons and sessions. For additional information go to our website at: http://www.MusicAtFurman.com/degreesandprograms/Suzuki.htm or by contacting the music office - 864-294-2086, email: furmanmusic@furman.edu.

BAND AND CHEERLEADING CAMPS

FURMAN SUMMER CHEERLEADING CAMP - June 26-29.
The Furman cheerleaders are hosting a Cheerleading Skills camp at Furman University this summer. A half-day camp will be offered for cheerleaders who are entering kindergarten, 1st, 2nd or 3rd grades; a full-day camp will be offered for cheerleaders from 3rd grade on up. 
The camps focus on skill development. Cheerleaders will be grouped according to age and skill level. Instructor-to-student ratios are 6-to-1 for the half day camp and 8-to-1 for the full day camp. For three days, participants will work on cheers, jumps, stunts, dances, tumbling and crowd interaction. The camps will conclude with a performance allowing the cheerleaders to show off their new skills to parents, relatives and friends!

Half-day Cheer Camp:     8:30 - 11:30 am                                    $97.00
Full-day Cheer Camp:      8:30 -  3:30 pm (lunch included)      $130.00

Spaces are filling up quickly. A $25 non-refundable deposit will reserve a spot for your child. Please check out the "cheerleading " page at www.furmanpaladins.com for information concerning deposit payments and complete information about the Furman Summer Cheerleading Camps.

UNIVERSAL CHEERLEADERS ASSOCIATION SUMMER CHEER CAMP
For middle school and high school cheerleading squads. Please visit our web site at www.varsity.com or call our customer service department at 1-888-CHEERUCA (243-3782)

July 8-11 

July 12-15  

MARCHING AUXILIARIES AND DANCE - July 12-14. Contact Michael Long - 1-800-977-7933 0r email: mlong@madance.com for additional information.

HIGH SCHOOL BAND CAMP -  Wheeler High School Band -- July 21-26

BIKE CAMPS

USA CYCLING ASSOCIATION CAMP FOR JUNIORS - June 8-13. For boys and girls ages 15-22. A comprehensive training camp for junior cyclists sponsored by the USA Cycling Association. Contact Richard Dunn - e-mail at keyedgecycling@msn.com.

FURMAN MOUNTAIN BIKE YOUTH CAMPS -The Furman University Basic Mountain Bike Camp is designed for youth (suggested ages 8-12 years). It teaches good safety riding with emphasis on trail riding skills. Extensive, rigorous riding is done and it is not for beginner riders. For more information contact: Furman University Public Safety Officers David Enter (864-294-3701). Email: david.enter@furman.edu

June 16 - 18    
July 7 - 9

· Limited participants

· Pre-registration required

· Three days

· Tuition: $ 95.00

· Required Equipment: bike & helmet

- Coed

GOLF CAMPS

Campers will learn the fundamentals of full swing, short game and how to play the game. Contact Coach Todd Satterfield, Men's Head Coach or Jen Hanna, Women's Head Coach - 864-294-6283. E-mail: todd.satterfield@furman.edu or jen.hanna@furman.edu. Website: jtgolfcamps.com

June 23-27 & August 4-7

Day Camps for ages 8-17 (9 am-4 pm)

Mini-Day Camp for ages 5-7 (9 am-Noon)

June 15 - 19   Coed Residential Camp for ages 9-17

TENNIS CAMPS

PAUL SCARPA'S TENNIS CAMPS - Contact Coach Paul Scarpa, Tennis Office, Furman University, 864-294-2039 or 294-3823 or email paul.scarpa@furman.edu, website: www.furman.edu/tenniscamps

Tennis Day Camps: - For ages 7-16

July 14 -18

July 21 - 25

Residential Camps: For middle & high school students who are interested in improving their game.

June 8 -13

June 15 -20

June 22 - 27

June 29 - July 3

July 6 - 11

BASKETBALL CAMPS

GIRLS BASKETBALL CAMPS - Campers learn offensive and defensive skills and gain valuable playing experience. Contact Coach Stephanie Rich, Women's Basketball Office, Furman University, 864-294-2055 or visit us at www.furmangirlsbball.com.

Day Camp - June 9-12 -- For elementary and middle school ages

Individual Camp - June 8-12

Team Camp - June 15-20

Offensive Skills Camp - June 18-20, for middle and high school girls.

BOYS BASKETBALL CAMPS - Campers learn skills, develop and gain valuable playing experience. Learn, develop, and have fun. Contact Coach Jeff Jackson, Basketball Office, Furman University, 864-294-2170. www.furmanbasketballcamp.com

Day Camps - July 15 - 18, Aug 4 - 7 (9 am-4 pm). For ages 8-14.

Junior Campers ages 5-8 (9am-12 N)

Elite Camp - June 20 - 21. High Intensity teaching for advanced players.

Individual Overnight Camp - June 22 - 25 . For ages 9-18 with residential and full day (9 am-8 pm) camp available.

BASEBALL/SOFTBALL/VOLLEYBALL CAMPS

GIRLS SOFTBALL (RESIDENTIAL OR DAY) CAMP - June 15 - 19 --ages 12-18-- Camp is open to commuters and overnighters. Campers will learn overall offensive and defensive skills in the morning and specific position instruction in the afternoon. Campers will also play full games in the evenings and will be placed ont eams based on their age and ability. Junior day camp runs 8:30 am - 3:30 pm. (ages 5-10) Senior commuter camp runs from 8:30 am to 8:30 pm (ages 10-18) Please contact Assistant Softball Coach Annie Shipman for more details at (864) 294-3217.

VOLLEYBALL CAMP

Volleyball Camp - July 12-15. For grades 9-12

Contact Coach Michelle Young, Volleyball Office, Furman University, 864-294-3326 - or michelle.young@furman.edu

BASEBALL CAMPS - All camps will include a mini-camp for ages 6-8 (8:30 - 11:45 am) Contact Coach Ron Smith, 864-294-2146 or email: ron.smith@furman.edu

Camp dates:
                    June 9 - 13       June 23 - 27       July 14 - 18        July 21 - 25

SOCCER CAMPS

SELECT SOCCER CAMPS-
Select Soccer Day Camp - June 16-19 - Open to boys and girls - ages 4-14 years.
Contact Andrew Burr at 294-2053 for more information.

Select Soccer Academy -- July 17-21 Boys & Girls, ages 10 - 18.
A weekend camp that stives to improve individual skills and team chemistry. Contact
Andrew Burr at 294-2053 for more information.

DOUG ALLISON'S SOCCER CAMPS - Contact Coach Doug Allison, Men's Soccer Office, Furman University, 864-294-2011 or e-mail doug.allison@furman.edu. on line application can be found at: www.soccercamp.com.

Boys & Girls Soccer Team Camp - June 26 - 30. For ages 9-17. Includes intensive training for teams on tactics, team building, re-starts, offensive and defensive strategies all applied in very competitive game situations.

Boys & Girls Soccer Residential Academy -July 6-10. For ages 9-17. The Residential Academy will provide the serious soccer player with an opportunity to improve their present skills and to effectively apply these skills in match situations.

Boys & Girls Senior Elite Academy - July 6-10. For ages 15-18. Intended for college bound players with Elite Club State Team or Regional Team experience. It will be conducted by college coaches represented by all levels of NCAA programs.

Full Day Camp for Boys and Girls - July 2125, 8:30 am-3:30 pm. For ages 8-14. Educationally sound principles and methods of soccer skills in a fun environment.

Half Day Camp for Boys and Girls - 8:30-11:30 am. For ages 5-7. Educationally sound principles and methods of soccer skills in a fun environment.
Boys & Girls Soccer Skills Camp - July 12-15. Open to boys and girls 10-18 years of age. Technical training for teams and individuals.

CROSS COUNTRY RUNNING CAMPS

FIRST to the Finish Cross Country Running Camp - July 13-18 FIRST (Furman Institute of Running and Scientific Training) will offer a running camp for novice runners to seasoned competitors: teams and individual runners. The FIRST Cross Country Camp will help high school runners (7th - 12th grade) develop and learn skills, techniques and strategies for cross-country. The camp addresses all aspects of training and racing. Participants will take part in daily runs, drills, and participate in learning clinics Contact Mickey McCauley at Furman University for more information. 864-294-3581 -WEB site: www.furman.edu/first/runningcamp.htm or e-mail any inquires to: runningcamp@furman.edu

FOOTBALL CAMPS

FOOTBALL YOUTH 1/2 DAY CAMP - June 16-19. Grades 1-8. (9 am - 12 noon) Contact Drew Cronic, Football Office, Furman University, 864-294-3452 for more information.

QUARTERBACK-RECEIVER / OFFENSIVE LINE FOOTBALL CAMPS - June 11-14, June 22-25. Specialized training camp for high school males who play these positions on a football team. Contact Tim Sorrells, Football Office, Furman University, 864-294-3450. For more information, view the website, www.furmanfootballcamp.com.

OTHER ATHLETIC CAMPS

GAMEBREAKER GIRLS LACROSSE CAMP - June 8-11. Day & Overnight Camp. For boys ages 8-18. ALL ability levels welcome. Campers will be grouped by age and ability. Training will include individual skills, positional training and scrimmages. Learn the skills to make the team, and make them better! Visit www.LaxCamps.com or call the Warrior Camp office at 800-944-7112. Team discounts available.

GAMEBREAKER BOYS LACROSSE CAMP - June 15-18. Day & Overnight Camp. Ages 8-18. ALL ability levels welcome. Campers will be grouped by age and ability. Training will include individual skills, positional training and scrimmages. Learn the skills to make the team, and make them better! Visit www.LaxCamps.com or call the Warrior Camp ofice at 800-944-7112. Team discounts available.

MARTIAL ARTS CAMP - June 20-22. For boys, girls and adults 10 years old and up. Contact Joe Scota, at 268-3477.

OTHER AREA CAMPS

MAD SCIENCE CAMPS - jJUNE 23-27 and AUG 4-8 -- ages 5-12 years.
Mad Science camps offer a daily combination of in-class discovery and exploration, outdoor games and activities and hands-on applications of the science principles presented. Campers create a variety of take home projects while exploring the world around us. Full or half day camps and 3 themes to choose from:
     NASA: Comets, planets, stars and more are all waiting to be discovered. Learn about the four forces of flight, the challenges of space travel, and participate in a rock launch!
     Secret Agent Lab: Compare fingerprints and discover the mysteries of DNA as you fine tune your secret agent skills. Learn about bones and much more to become a Secret Agent!
     Space, Nature, and Secret Codes: Your Mad Scientist will learn how Newton's Laws are at work in their favorite sports. Discover how to send secret messages using special codes, explore their environment, and find out how science can  help us to protect our planet.

Full day camps:     June 23-27, 9 am - 4 pm, Secret Agent Lab (am), NASA (pm)
                                 August 4-8, 9 am - 4 pm, NASA (am), Space, Nature, Secret Codes (pm)
                                 Cost: $240, register before April 30th, $230

Half day camps:    June 23-27, 9 am - Noon, Secret Agent Lab
                                 June 23-27, 1-4 pm, NASA
                                 Aug 4-8, 9 am - Noon, NASA
                                 Aug 4-8, 1-4 pm, Space, Nature and Secret Codes
                                 Cost: $135, register before April 30th, $125

To register or for more information please visit us at Madscience.org/upstatesc or call us at 268-5722. Space is limited please register early!

GREENVILLE BAPTIST ASSOCIATION - August 11. Contact Ruth Harrison at 864-242-4330 for additional information.