Summer camps, Teenagers | Kids Out and About Rochester

Camp Cherith

Camp Cherith® is a traditional s’mores and outdoors summer camp. Camper activity choices may include swimming, hiking, horseback riding, target sports, fishing, nature & lots more. One week of day camp, then four weeks of residential camp. Small cabin groups are led by a caring counselor. Come explore God’s creation, build lasting friendships, and dig into God’s Word. Take a break from our fast-paced, technology-driven world and enjoy the summer with us!
9534 Short Tract Road
Hunt , NY , 14846
Phone: 585-468-3850
42° 33' 54.0432" N, 77° 59' 53.5776" W

Genesee Country Village & Museum

Only 25 minutes from downtown Rochester, spark your curiosity at Genesee Country Village & Museum - New York State's largest living history museum! Explore our 19th-century Historic Village, our John L. Wehle Gallery, and our Nature Center with 5+ miles of nature trails. Explore special events, daily historic happenings, kids camps, workshops, and more at www.gcv.org.
1410 Flint Hill Road PO Box 310
Mumford , NY , 14511
Phone: (585) 538-6822
42° 59' 33.594" N, 77° 52' 48.4284" W

Martial Arts America

Rochester's premiere karate school with 40 years experience. Classes & programs for age 4-adult. For Focus, Respect, Self Control and Fun! Karate Birthday parties too! **Martial Arts America has three locations**: Penfield (2160 Penfield Road (Parkside Commons Plaza) ), Brighton (3450 Winton Place), and Webster (Baytowne Plaza, 1900 Empire Blvd., Webster).
3450 Winton Place
Rochester , NY , 14623
Phone: 585-475-9250
43° 5' 49.9344" N, 77° 34' 43.1832" W

Rochester Museum & Science Center (RMSC)

Immerse yourself in the incredible world of science, history, space, and nature. Follow your curiosity from the depths of our lakes to the edge of the universe. Participate in classes, camps and events for all ages. All at the RMSC Museum & Science Center, the RMSC Strasenburgh Planetarium, and the RMSC Cumming Nature Center.
657 East Avenue
Rochester , NY , 14607
Phone: 585.271.4320
43° 8' 59.5068" N, 77° 35' 22.632" W

Eastman Community Music School

We are a community music school bringing classical and jazz private lessons, group classes, and ensemble experiences to musicians aged 4 months to 99!
26 Gibbs Street
Rochester , NY , 14604
Phone: (585) 274-1400
43° 9' 28.1124" N, 77° 36' 3.708" W

The Hochstein School

Providing excellent music and dance instruction to anyone who is interested – regardless of age, level of skill, background, or ability to pay. Year-round classes and summer camps in music, dance, and other aspects of the arts for toddlers through adults. We aim to nurture and inspire each individual, and to welcome all to our community.
50 N. Plymouth Ave
Rochester , NY , 14614
Phone: (585) 454-4596
43° 9' 21.24" N, 77° 36' 56.5596" W

RocVentures Climbing Gym

RocVentures is Rochester’s longest operating indoor climbing gym, offering top roping, bouldering, lead climbing, and ropes challenges. With rental gear and starter classes for beginners, affordable memberships for regulars, and special events for our robust community, RocVentures is a space for climbers of all levels.
1044 University Ave.
Rochester , NY , 14607
Phone: (585) 442-5462
43° 9' 14.3064" N, 77° 34' 23.7972" W

Louis S. Wolk Jewish Community Center of Greater Rochester

The JCC is a vibrant community center with a two-floor fitness facility, family pool, lap pool, and outdoor splash pool, 300-seat theater, and an array of programs and services for all ages. The JCC is the place for total wellness and provides sports and fitness programs, wellness services, early childhood education, before & after school care, summer camps, Jewish life, and adult learning programs. The JCC is open and welcoming to ALL in the community.
1200 Edgewood Avenue
Rochester , NY , 14618
Phone: 585-461-2000
43° 5' 46.2768" N, 77° 33' 57.0852" W

Stages (A Magical Journey Thru Stages)

Rochester, NY's not-for-profit youth theatre company at the West Herr Performing Arts Center. Offers 8 annual full-scale theater productions for performers in grades 1 - 12, classes, summer camps, and more!
875 East Main Street, Suite 380 West Herr Performing Arts Center
Rochester , NY , 14605
Phone: 585-935-7173
43° 9' 37.8036" N, 77° 35' 19.0572" W

Dance Connection - Rochester, NY

Happy Kids Since 1987! We inspire students to dance, have fun, and make new friends. Our dance school provides quality dance education in a supportive, non-competitive environment, believing that dance is for everyone. Children can enjoy tap, ballet, jazz, hip hop, modern, musical theatre, African, tumbling, and much more! Adults can also join in with classes like Hip Hop, African, Modern, Ballet, Tap, and Jazz. Come see why our students are always smiling!
1385 Empire Blvd
Rochester , NY , 14609
Phone: 585-654-7654
43° 10' 23.4012" N, 77° 31' 1.9128" W

Independent Lake Camp

Independent Lake Camp is a premier, elective-based, overnight camp for ages 6-17 in the Pocono Mountains. ILC has been making a difference in kids' lives for over 30 years - supporting respect and creativity in a nurturing and inspiring environment. Each camper chooses their activities from an impressive selection including Circus, Gymnastics, Sports, Fine & Digital Arts, Music / Recording Studio, Theatre, Dance, Magic, Skatepark, RPG, High Ropes, Lake, Pool, Horseback, & Nature. Let's Engage, Connect, & Grow!
70 Clark Rd
Thompson , PA , 18465
Phone: 570-727-4160
41° 49' 31.5804" N, 75° 26' 23.9208" W

Long Lake Camp For The Arts

A Summer Performing and Fine Arts Camp for campers from all over the world come together to enjoy Theater, Fine Arts, Music, Rock, Circus, Dance, and fun waterfront and sports. We are located in the heart of the Adirondack Park of North New York.
199 Washington Avenue
Dobbs Ferry , NY , 10522
Phone: 914 693 7111
41° 1' 17.8356" N, 73° 51' 53.3268" W

Camp Jeanne d' Arc

Camp Jeanne d’Arc is a traditional summer camp for girls in the Adirondack Mountains, Upstate New York. For girls ages 7-16. Our mission is to help families build strong girls.
154 Gadway Road , NY
Merrill , NY , 12955
Phone: 704-960-3949
44° 45' 53.154" N, 73° 57' 29.52" W

Berkshire Lake Arts Camp

Top-tier dance, theater and visual arts instruction, plus all the magic of traditional summer camp. This makes Berkshire us the best of both worlds for girls 7-15! A place where creativity and summer camp meet to nurture girls to become their best selves.
822 Peru Road
Hinsdale , MA , 01235
Phone: 4132334950
42° 26' 40.5888" N, 73° 4' 39.1512" W

Maine Camp Experience

Maine Camp Experience (MCE) is a community of 40+ premier Maine camps, and a comprehensive camp-planning resource. Coed, all girls, and all boys camps for kids ages 7-17. Full summer, half summer, and short sessions available. The Campcierge® provides free, expert guidance. Some Maine Camps also offer Family Camp in August. See more at http://www.mainecampexperience.com
110 Mariginal Way Maine Camps are located throughout the state
Portland , ME , 04101
Phone: 877-92-MAINE (62463)
43° 39' 47.1996" N, 70° 15' 51.3828" W

YMCA Camp Kenan

YMCA CAMP KENAN is a summer camp located along the beautiful shores of Lake Ontario. Offering enriching overnight and day camp experiences for youth, it blends outdoor adventure with character-building activities. Campers enjoy swimming, sports, ropes courses, arts, campfires, fostering friendships and fun. For over 100 years, we have been providing a safe and inspiring environment for children to explore nature and create lasting memories.
8571 Lower Lake Road
Barker , NY , 14012
Phone: 716-469-1272
43° 21' 58.7016" N, 78° 33' 42.9732" W

YMCA Camp Weona

YMCA CAMP WEONA is a co-ed overnight camp located in the scenic hills of Wyoming County, New York. Offering outdoor adventures for kids and teens, it promotes personal growth, teamwork, and leadership. Campers enjoy activities like horseback riding, swimming, archery, arts, and campfires in a fun, supportive environment. With a strong focus on building confidence and character development, Camp Weona emphasizes programming that empowers young people to reach their full potential. A tradition since 1897, we continue to inspire youth through meaningful summer experiences.
4025 Poplar Tree Road
Gainesville , NY , 14066
Phone: 585-786-2940
42° 41' 41.8344" N, 78° 14' 58.29" W

Camp Kippewa

Nestled on the picturesque shores of Lake Cobbosseecontee in Monmouth, Maine, our all-girls camp offers a perfect blend of fun, friendship, and personal growth. Whether you’re a returning camp family or considering your very first summer away, you’ll find that Kippewa is a warm, welcoming, and vibrant community. At Kippewa, we welcome new campers with open arms. Whether your daughter is just starting out in 2nd grade, is ready to dive into camp life at 11, or is seeking a fresh experience as a teen, she will quickly feel at home. Our dedicated counselors lead engaging tours, fun name games, and interactive icebreakers that help every girl connect, make friends, and build confidence from day one.
1 Kippewa Drive
Monmouth , ME , 04259
Phone: 207-933-2993
44° 15' 12.024" N, 69° 57' 42.0444" W

Bach to Rock Penfield Music School

Bach to Rock Penfield is a locally owned music school in Penfield, NY, offering lessons for all ages and skill levels in the Rochester area. We provide private and virtual lessons for all instruments, early childhood classes, band and glee club opportunities, music camps, DJ lessons, music production courses, and MUSE—a program for aspiring singer-songwriters. We also offer on-site homeschooling programs, birthday parties, and more!
2160 Penfield Road Suite 1
Penfield , NY , 14526
Phone: 5853643766
43° 7' 54.9084" N, 77° 26' 34.7676" W

Central Rock Gym Rochester

Central Rock Gym is a world class indoor rock climbing facility offering youth programs, member events, meetups, competitions, fundraising events and more.
725 Averill Ave
Rochester , NY , 14607
Phone: 5854419002
43° 9' 0.0252" N, 77° 35' 39.3648" W

Geva Theatre

Local world-class theatre creating productions and programs that serve the Rochester region and beyond by illuminating the fullness of our many human experiences.
75 Woodbury Blvd
Rochester , NY , 14607
Phone: (585) 232-4382
43° 9' 8.7768" N, 77° 36' 18.2592" W

Kanack School of Musical Artistry

The Kanack School of Musical Artistry is a thriving national hub for creativity education and musical excellence located in Brighton, NY. Kanack students are immersed in a friendly and rich learning environment where they experience both creative fun and technical discipline from wonderful teachers. As a result, Kanack students stand out in the community for their quality playing, infectious joy, and easy camaraderie. Inspired by her collaboration with Dr. Shinichi Suzuki, Alice Kanack founded the Kanack School in 1995 to use creativity as the driving force behind a child's education. Today, the Kanack School has trained over 250 teachers across the world in her Creative Ability Development Method, which continues to gain international recognition and acclaim. You can join us easily! There is so much to do at Kanack! In addition to traditional studies, Kanack students learn to improvise and unlock their creative potential. Group classes are included with private lessons, so that students have every opportunity possible! Classes include Suzuki repertoire, improvisation, orchestra, the Bach Children's Chorus, fiddle and folk music, music theory, and pre-twinkle arts. Motivated students can join small classes for ensemble coaching for a small fee, including chamber music, folk band, and rock band (where they can learn to write their own songs). The Kanack School also hosts public concerts, guest artists, teacher training, a full summer of camps for students of all ages, an annual Creative Ability Development Conference, and more!
2077 South Clinton Ave
Rochester , NY , 14618
Phone: (585) 244-6910
43° 7' 6.8988" N, 77° 35' 46.7016" W

Lollypop Farm, Humane Society of Greater Rochester

FREE to visit and many opportunities for learning! Pet adoption, farmyard, humane education, outreach programs, and services.
99 Victor Road
Fairport , NY , 14450
Phone: 585-223-1330
43° 3' 39.582" N, 77° 23' 55.3056" W

OFC Creations Theatre Center / Old Farm Cafe

OFC Creations (Opportunities For Creativity) continues to enhance the arts throughout the Rochester area for all ages. Through shows, unique events, and educational classes - OFC is committed to giving back to our next generation. In summer 2020, OFC opened a brand new theatre in Brighton, the OFC Creations Theatre Center. The new OFC Creations Theatre Center (3450 Winton Pl, Rochester, NY 14623), opened in July 2020, is a multi-purpose arts center focused on youth theater education and performances, mounting professional plays and musicals, hosting community events, presenting out-of-town entertainers, and providing much-needed performance space to local arts groups. The center offers classes in acting, singing, and dancing; school field trips and tours; community events; and theater camps during summer and school. OFC runs ROC Summer Theatre Experience: The largest theatre summer camp program in upstate NY.
3450 Winton Place
Rochester , NY , 14623
Phone: 585-667-0954
43° 5' 50.3196" N, 77° 34' 42.9564" W