Athletics & Programs!
Unique Features of Our Camps:
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State-of-the-Art Facilities: Exclusive access to our premier gymnastics and ninja warrior equipment, unparalleled on Long Island.
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50 Years of Excellence: Trust in our legacy as Long Island’s best athletic center for children.
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Field Trips: Weekly outings to exciting local attractions.
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Pool Access: Swim two times a week with certified lifeguards and our own personal WSI specialist for safety and fun.
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Convenient Hours: Early drop-off and late pick-up options available, with central location bussing to and from camp available for regular camp hours
Join us for an unforgettable summer experience where every child can explore, grow, and thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment!
Athletics
The PAC Difference:
Your child will gain a greater sense of assurance within themselves that learning through movement can be a positive experience for them. The PAC approach is meant to set them up for a future of being able to enjoy, progress and succeed at life with fitness as a part of their every day. Our success is based on our core initiatives:
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Confidence building drills for every level
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Progressional skill learning with clear steps to personal success
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Individualized teaching to meet your child at whatever level they are at.
The PAC aims to develop your child’s interest in physical fitness as a daily way of life. Children of all ages and abilities can develop the skills necessary to excel and enjoy this sport.
Click the drop arrows below for a description of our offerings!
Gymnastics
Gymnastics is what the PAC was founded on, almost 50 years ago, the PAC knows gymnastics! Tumbles, handstands, cartwheels and more!
All campers will be able to experience our state of the art competition size gymnastics facility, equipped with:
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Regulation size spring floor
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Full length Tumbl Trak
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Single, parallel and uneven adjustable bars set
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Vault runway and table
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Balance beams of varying heights and widths
Gymnastics is excellent for nurturing your child's strength, balance, flexibility and agility. PAC gymnasts learn:
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Beginners: the basics of form needed for Floor; forward rolls, splits, bridge safety, teeters and cartwheel hand and feet positioning. Bars; front support, mermaid kicks, forward rolls, pull-up drills. Vault; squat/straddle-on’s, heel drives and running acceleration. Balance beams; relevee walks, kicks, dips and pivot turns.
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Intermediate/Advanced: Floor; handstand, handstand bridge, bridge kickover, backbend and roundoffs, back handsprings and front handsprings.. Bars; casts, pullover, back hip circle and sole circles. Vault; pike-on, handstands, round off -off the vault and handstand flatbacks. Balance beams; turns, jumps, leaps and teeters.
Dance
Dance at the PAC ensures dancers learn through creativity, discipline, and determination. Using positive reinforcement and a combined value of synchronized routine dancing and creative independent movement, KTB provides a fun yet productive dance experience. The studio offers all genres of dance, including Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, and Contemporary. Ballet, the foundation for all styles of dance, is introduced at an early age. Age-appropriate techniques are taught in each class, starting with detailed Barre routines for children as young as three. These routines teach dance etiquette and ballet basics. As dancers progress, they are prepared physically for more extensive stretches, jumps, turns, and expressive routines.
Dance Genres:
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Modern
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Ballet-Tap
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Hip Hop
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Lyrical
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Freestyle
Staying current with the themes and music of today, children are quickly able to relate and feel the excitement and inspiration to move to the music. With our qualified teachers whom some are still competing in dance, serve as role models for dancers to see the benefits of persevering dance as more than a hobby and more of a passion.
Tae Kwon Do
An excellent self-defense and fitness program, Taekwondo offers an interactive and fun curriculum that supplies not only a great punch but a kick as well! With the use of freestanding punching bags, striking and kicking pads and the sheer power of one’s own strength, this program is one to empower the beginning framework for self defense.
Technical Focuses:
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Stances: Attention, ready, horse, back, fighting
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Blocking: Outer/inner forearm block, low and high rising block
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Kicking: Front kick, roundhouse kick, and sidekick.
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Punching: Jab, uppercut, backfist and cross punch
Campers will learn the beginner techniques of this worldly popular sport that is most commonly known for its board breaking training. Breaking boards symbolizes the strength and resilience of students using different techniques with hand and foot that this exciting training motivates all abilities to persevere.
Core Values: Our instructors hold several core values near and dear to their hearts. These include:
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Integrity
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Courtesy
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Self-control
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Respect
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Indomitable spirit
Ninja Athletic Warrior
The PAC ninja athletic warrior program has stayed ahead of the curve for the past 10 years by converting our space to a fully designated ninja hub! Home to a one of a kind “aerial rig” our equipment is stowed in the sky rig above offering ample space on the ground for safety landings on our full matted floors.
Being a ninja warrior means being in line with the PAC motto; having a Positive attitude, Adventurous mindset, and Consistent effort for these swinging, traversing, and equipment hopping obstacles!
The combination possibilities are endless for our vast array of ninja equipment on site. What makes being a ninja at the PAC so amazing is how our set-ups are both challenging and adaptable for all ages, heights and skills:
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Multi-directional swinging obstacles
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Diverse level grip holds
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Adjustability of equipment distance and height
Equipment Inventory:
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Rings, ropes, trapeze bars, fidget spinner, throwback, flying squirrel, wingnut, devil steps, propellers, nunchuck holds, warped wall, sky hooks, special delivery, bullseye, cliff hangers, totem poles, 50 foot wide rock wall and SO MUCH MORE!
Benefits:
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Increased grip strength
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Ability to safely land and roll from varying heights
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Strengthen eye hand coordination
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Bilateral and cross midline coordination
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Safety awareness and greater evaluation of risk
Swimming & Field Sports
Swimming
The PAC is taking your kids to the pool! With our own designated and experienced WSI specialist, your kids will engage in the activity of the summer, swimming! Our WSI specialist will accompany every group to the pool to ensure that our campers stay safe in our care on top of the facility lifeguards.
Fields Sports
This is where the PAC brings it back to the traditional sports of kickball, softball, and so much more on the grass. Utilizing our field space for playing, running, jumping, skipping, throwing, kicking, catching, hula hooping, jump roping and everything else in between. These along with group games, challenges, team building exercises, communication style games and camper versus counselor races that will get the whole camp up on their feet.
Programs
Age-Appropriate Instruction
Our full-day summer camp caters to children ages 4-12, grouped into tailored activities by age: 4-6, 6-8, and 9-12. Explore preschool camp for ages 2 to 4 years old.
Click the drop down arrows below for details about our focus for each age group at camp:
Ages 2-4: Half Day Preschool Camp at Ready Set Grow
Half Day Camp at our Ready Set Grow Preschool Ages 2 to 4
Here at Ready Set Grow, we focus on education and play in order to provide your children with the highest quality education experience while simultaneously providing them the opportunity to learn precious skills like independent thinking, socialization, creativity, critical thinking, and more.click the button below to learn more!
Ages 4-6: Fun Foundations & Cultivating Confidence
Benefits of Being a Camp-Going Kid
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Socially: Foster teamwork, cooperation, and understanding of group dynamics in a supportive setting that mirrors PAC’s emphasis on collaborative growth.
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Educationally: Encourage curiosity through interactive learning and hands-on experiences designed to spark a love for discovery.
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Developmentally: Build fine and gross motor skills through age-appropriate activities led by encouraging specialists who instill perseverance and self-belief.
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For Fun: Create opportunities to explore their interests and build confidence in their abilities with engaging and well-structured activities.
Ages 6-8: Exploring Skills & Interests
Benefits of Being a Camp-Going Kid
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Socially: Strengthen friendships and introduce concepts of leadership and empathy, reflecting PAC’s dedication to fostering strong interpersonal skills.
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Educationally: Deepen understanding through skill-building activities and guided exploration that challenge and excite.
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Developmentally: Expand physical capabilities and refine coordination and resilience with structured guidance from experienced instructors.
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For Fun: Combine structured challenges with opportunities for imaginative play and discovery, ensuring a balance of learning and enjoyment.
Ages 9-12: Mastering Challenges & Preparing for Leadership
Benefits of Being a Camp-Going Kid
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Socially: Promote leadership skills, mentoring, and strong peer relationships through PAC’s mentorship-driven approach.
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Educationally: Support problem-solving and critical thinking through advanced activities that align with PAC’s goal of lifelong learning.
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Developmentally: Refine physical and cognitive skills to prepare for more advanced challenges with structured yet creative opportunities.
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For Fun: Empower campers to pursue their passions and take ownership of their growth, embracing PAC’s commitment to fostering independence and achievement.
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