Program Finder

Summer at Sandy Spring understands that our families lead busy lives. We work to provide an exceptional camp experience with flexible schedules so that camp is as convenient for parents as it is fun for campers.

We offer a full 8 weeks of camp programs. You can register for just 1 week or multiple weeks. Weeks do not need to be consecutive, so you can choose the schedule that works best for you!


		
			
				
					
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Ages 3 & 4

For campers that are ages 3 & 4

Little Friends Camp

It’s never too early to start being a camper with our Little Friends Camp. Our program is designed to provide 3 and 4-year olds with a full day of activities that emphasize friendship, fun, learning, and new discoveries. The program offers a safe and age-appropriate environment that nurtures curiosity and builds self-confidence among […]

For campers entering Pre-K (Age 4) to 1st Grade

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Junior Friends Camp

Summer at Sandy Spring’s Junior Friends Camp is the perfect place for young campers to meet new friends, make new learning discoveries, and have plenty of summer fun. This full-day program for children ages 4 to 6 nurtures camper curiosity and offers a fun summer experience in a safe environment. Each cabin is led […]

For campers entering entering grades 2 - 3

Intermediate Friends

Intermediate campers have a wide variety of activities throughout the day! Not only will they have two daily workshops on archery, art, and dance, but they will also enjoy playing group games and swimming in the pond. Campers will be served a delicious lunch and two snacks, which will give them the energy[…]

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Theatre

Theatre Workshop Lights, Camera, Action! This summer your camper has the opportunity to immerse themselves and flourish in our theatre workshop. These sessions are jammed packed with guidance from our theatre instructor so campers can rehearse and perfect their craft. Theatre Highlights State-of-the-Art Auditorium Experienced instructor Workshop Block B for Intermediates

Video Production

Video Production Workshop Lights, Camera, Action! In Video Production, campers have the chance to create a video, from writing a script to producing the final product. Each week, campers will be able to tell a story by producing a short video that can be tailored to the camp's theme week. Campers will also use different [...]

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Tiny Treasures

Tiny Treasures Workshop Who doesn’t love anything teeny tiny? Campers in this workshop will have the opportunity to create projects like tiny houses made of stamps, button books and bouquets, cork flower arrangements, and tiny animals from polymer clay. Each project will allow your camper’s imagination to grow and create unique, tiny works of art. Campers [...]

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STEAMers

STEAMers Workshop STEAM = Science and Technology interpreted through Engineering and the Arts, based on Mathematical elements. It’s no doubt that STEAM education is the future, and in this workshop, campers will explore all of the STEAM elements and bring them together in practical and FUNctional ways. Each week, campers will be given different scenarios [...]

Sports Galore

Sports Galore Workshop Is your camper someone who likes to play sports, regardless of the type of sport? If so, then this workshop is for them! Campers will enjoy the likes of soccer, street hockey, basketball, flag football, kickball, and many more on the beautiful, 140 acre campus. Our qualified instructors will teach campers basic [...]

Rock Climbing

Rock Climbing Workshop If your camper is interested in learning how to climb, or looking to amp up their climbing strength and skills, then this workshop is perfect for them. Throughout this workshop, campers will get familiar with climbing wall safety, knots, belay techniques, effective climbing movements, and basic climbing equipment and terminology. And the goal [...]

Digital Photography

Photography (Digital) Workshop Creative inclinations surface early in life, and with this workshop, campers have the opportunity to express their creative ideas with photography. Campers will be able to learn how to take quality photographs and use a variety of camera techniques to capture amazing works of art. Throughout the week, campers will build upon [...]

Paper Maché/Claymation

Paper Mache/Sculpting Workshop Clay creations, mini sculptures, paper mache face masks, and piñatas are just some of the fun items campers will create in our Paper Mache Workshop! Campers will be able to use their creativity to create works of art they truly love. No previous experience is necessary because our art instructor will teach [...]

Painting

Painting Workshop Our Painting Workshop will allow your camper to become a more experienced artist as they create masterpieces in a relaxing and supportive environment! While learning about different mediums such as acrylic, oil, and watercolor, campers will also be able to change their sceneries. Campers will be able to take an easel, canvas, and [...]

Outdoor Living Skills

Outdoor Living Skills Workshop Does your camper love being one with nature? Outdoor Living Skills gives campers a unique experience on our 140-acre campus by allowing them to investigate nature, understand the importance of preserving nature, learn life skills, work collaboratively with their peers, and so much more. Whether they are pitching a tent or [...]

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LEGO Robotics

LEGO Robotics Workshop If your camper loves building with LEGO blocks then LEGO Robotics is the perfect opportunity to take their passion to a new level! Campers will begin working with the LEGO Mindstorms base kit to master the programming of basic movements and then progress to more difficult challenges. They will learn mechanical design, [...]

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Karate

Karate Workshop Karate is one of the most widely practiced martial art forms in the world. And, because martial arts rely on a combination of physical coordination and mental focus, this workshop is a great opportunity for campers at any skill level. Led by an experienced instructor, campers will learn the physical movements of kicking, [...]

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Flight Science

Flight Science Workshop 3 – 2 – 1 Blastoff! Flight Science is a workshop all about flight. Most people have seen rocket launches, planes flying, or skydiving with parachutes being used, but does your camper wonder how they work and think about the aerodynamics that is involved in these operations? If so, then this workshop [...]

Fishing

Fishing Workshop Calling all campers who love to fish! In our fishing workshop, campers learn all the basics of fishing from our experienced instructors. If you have a favorite rod, bring it along. If not, no worries, because we have an array of tackle, rods, reels, and other fishing supplies. During this workshop, our fishing [...]

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Dance/Poms

Dance/Poms Workshop It’s time to dance like you never danced before! This Dance/Poms workshop is all about creating dance routines just like they do in the local high schools. Campers will learn different dance styles throughout the routine from our experienced dance instructor. And, not only will everyone learn new dance moves or have the [...]

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Computer Programming

Computer Programming Workshop Does your child enjoy playing video games at home? How about working with a computer? If so, then they will love creating and building their very own video games, animation art, social media app, and much more in our Computer Programming Workshop! Campers will take on the role of software engineer and [...]

Art Bonanza

Art Bonanza Workshop Calling all art lovers! Art Bonanza is the perfect workshop for children who can’t get enough art projects! Designed by a certified art teacher, the daily lessons will have your child diving into their imagination and improving their artistic skills. The engaging projects will have your child excited to show off their [...]

Adventure Challenge

Adventure Challenge One of our most popular workshops just got even better. Adventure Challenge gives campers the opportunity to try our Low Ropes Course on our campus, which is right next to the Adventure Park. Each element, whether it is our Mohawk Traverse or Spider Web, will challenge their abilities while developing trust, encouraging communication, [...]

Bubble Soccer

Bubble Soccer Workshop Does your camper enjoy playing soccer? How about playing soccer in a bubble? That’s right! Your camper will try and play the traditional game of soccer while most of their body is trapped in a giant, plastic bubble! Luckily, their legs will be free for them to show off their soccer skills! [...]

Archery Tag

Archery Tag Workshop Tag, you’re out! Our brand new Archery Tag workshop will have your campers enjoying the fun-loving traditional game of tag, while practicing their archery skills! While shooting foam-tipped bows, and having the ability to hide behind the safety of large foam blockers, campers work in teams to get out their opponents. The [...]

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Academics

Enrichment Our two-hour Academic Enrichment Workshop runs Monday through Friday mornings for campers enrolled in our Junior, Intermediate, and Senior Friends camps. The goal is to foster a love of learning while helping students master and move beyond important grade-level skills. The curriculum we follow was authored by experts, refined by teachers, and designed for [...]

Archery

Archery Workshop Bullseye! That is what your campers will be saying by the end of this Archery workshop. Our Archery Workshop Specialist is a certified, National Archery Association Level 1 instructor. Each day campers will be given several opportunities to work on proper techniques and usage of the recurve bows. Our range consists of 48 [...]

For campers entering grades 4 - 5

Senior Friends

Senior campers will have a fun-filled summer, from socializing with their friends to participating in two daily workshops! With archery, art, dance workshops, campers will learn new skills and show off their talents! Of course, they will get to swim in our pond to help cool them off, and enjoy a chef-prepared lunch along […]

For campers entering grades 6 - 7

Trailblazer Friends

Trailblazer campers will enjoy a wide variety of fun activities throughout the day! Campers will get the chance to develop and enhance their skills as they participate in archery, art, and dance workshops. They will also get to socialize with their friends, play in group games, and participate in theme week activities […]

Multisport Camp

Multisport Camp Can’t decide between traditional baseball, hoops, or soccer camps? You don’t have to – SaSS Multisport Camp offers it all and more! Campers play flag football, street hockey, baseball, soccer and more awesome field games. All you need to do is drop your camper off and let the games begin! This half-day program [...]

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Adventure Park Camp

Adventure Park Camp One of our most popular activities is available as a specialty camp! Campers will have the opportunity to try out the High Ropes Course at the Adventure Park, the nation’s largest aerial park, conveniently located next to our campus. This camp is ideal for adventurous campers who are looking for a unique [...]

Counselor in Training Camp (CIT)

Counselors in Training (CIT) Does your camper dream of being a camp counselor one day? If so, then this is the program for them! Our CIT program is open to campers entering 8th - 9th grades who are not yet old enough to become official camp counselors. Our CIT program offers campers the chance to [...]

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Theater Camp

Theater Camp Lights, camera, action! Theater Camp provides the opportunity for campers to explore their creativity through acting. Our instructors will provide experiences for campers to express themselves and invest in the creative process. Campers will perform a small show, based on a specific genre, at the end of the week. No matter what role [...]

Cooking Around the World Camp

Cooking Around the World Camp Does your camper love to cook? If so, Cooking Around the World is the right camp for them! Each course allows campers to learn and practice their cooking skills, while focusing on a specific cuisine, from Greek to Mexican to Italian. Delicious experiences will take place at the Friends Community [...]

Sewing Camp through Hipstitch Academy

Sewing Camp through Hipstitch Academy Whether you have a creative camper who loves making crafts or a budding fashion designer, Summer at Sandy Spring’s Sewing Camp may be just the thing for you. Each week, our instructors will guide campers as they explore their creative sides and learn to make confident design choices. This half-day [...]

Advanced Archery

Advanced Archery One of our newest specialty camp offerings, this camp has come by popular demand as a result of one our most sought-after workshops. Archery, of course! Our Archery Speciality Camp is geared toward the intermediate or advanced archer who has been shooting and practicing and is ready to develop their skills from basic [...]

Enrichment

Enrichment Keep your camper learning throughout the summer with our Enrichment Specialty Camps! Experienced instructors will teach half-day math, reading, and science instruction. With the use of the i-Ready curriculum, our math and reading Enrichment Camps will provide high-quality, grade-level, teacher-led lessons, along with online, personalized instruction. Quick Facts Availability: All Weeks (June 23rd - [...]

Rising 8th Graders

For campers entering grades 8 - 9