Camp Activities
Day Camp Activities
At Summer at Brooks, each participant experiences a thoughtfully designed schedule of daily activities that blend joy, learning, and exploration. Our 270-acre lakeside campus provides an extraordinary backdrop for discovery—featuring athletic fields, nature trails, pools, studios, and well-equipped classrooms.
Expert Activity Counselors lead activities, all of whom are trained to deliver engaging, age-appropriate, and skill-progressive lessons. Campers move through the day in small, supportive cohorts led by Group Counselors, allowing each child to grow in confidence, creativity, and connection.
Below is an overview of our core activity areas, offered across age groups with increasing challenge, depth, or independence.
Archery-
Campers learn the fundamentals of archery in a safe, well-supervised environment. Younger groups focus on basic technique and equipment familiarity, while older campers develop greater accuracy, control, and shooting confidence. Archery offers a calm and focused experience that strengthens coordination and self-assurance.
Arts & Crafts-
This activity invites campers to explore creativity through a variety of themed, age-appropriate projects. Younger groups build foundational skills with guided support, while older campers take on more complex work with added independence. With access to high-quality materials and thoughtful instruction, every camper can express themselves and bring home something meaningful.
Aquatics-
Aquatics is a signature part of the Summer at Brooks experience. Campers swim in our two outdoor pools under the supervision of a highly trained team led by an Aquatics Supervisor with more than fifteen years of experience. All lifeguards are certified in First Aid and CPR, and are Swim Instructor-certified, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for every swimmer.
At the beginning of each week, new campers participate in a brief swim check to help our aquatics team understand their comfort level and provide appropriate guidance. We supply all necessary swim aids and equipment, allowing campers to focus on learning and enjoying the water. Younger swimmers work on water confidence and basic skills, while older campers build endurance, technique, and independence at their own pace.
In addition to instructional time, campers enjoy daily supervised free swim, allowing them to relax, play, and build confidence in the water throughout the week.
Boating-
Campers explore Lake Cochichewick in canoes and rowboats alongside lifeguard-certified staff. Younger groups ride with instructors and learn paddling basics, while older campers begin to steer, navigate, and build confidence on the water. Safety and teamwork guide every boating session, giving campers a unique lakeside experience.
Camp Craft-
Camp Craft connects campers with the outdoors through hands-on nature projects and age-appropriate outdoor skills. Younger groups enjoy simple, imaginative activities inspired by the natural world, while older campers take on more challenging tasks that encourage problem-solving and environmental awareness. Camp Craft offers a balanced, engaging way for campers to explore our 270-acre campus.
Drama-
Drama builds confidence and creativity through theater games, storytelling, and performance-based activities. Younger groups practice movement, imagination, and collaboration, while older campers explore character work, improvisation, and ensemble-building. Drama encourages self-expression and teamwork in a supportive, lively environment.
Explorations-
Explorations brings STEAM concepts to life through hands-on building, experimenting, and problem-solving. Younger groups participate in guided discovery and playful engineering challenges, while older campers tackle more advanced projects that foster creativity and critical thinking. It’s a fun, classroom-based space where ideas come to life and curiosity leads the way.
Game Zone-
Game Zone features a mix of board games, strategy challenges, and collaborative play that builds communication skills, resilience, and sportsmanship. Younger campers explore games that encourage turn-taking and teamwork, while older campers enjoy activities that strengthen strategy and problem-solving. It’s a relaxed, social environment where friendships grow naturally.
Golf-
Campers learn the fundamentals of golf through age-appropriate drills and guided practice. Younger campers focus on basic golfing safety and skills such as grip, stance, and basic swings. Golf also reinforces patience, focus, and sportsmanship in a supportive atmosphere.
Gymnastics-
Gymnastics helps campers build strength, coordination, and confidence through movement-based activities. Younger groups enjoy playful introductions to balance and body awareness, while older campers progress to more structured skills and challenges. Instruction is supportive and tailored to each camper’s comfort and ability level to promote healthy risk-management strategies
Music-
Music encourages creative expression through rhythm, movement, and playful instrumentation. Younger groups explore sound and motion through guided activities, while older campers take on more involved musical challenges, group games, and performance-based tasks. Music brings the camp community together and inspires joy across age groups.
Paddle Sports-
Paddle Sports introduces campers to a variety of racket and paddle-based games using our tennis courts, squash courts, and pickleball equipment. Younger groups build hand-eye coordination and confidence through foundational skills and fun, age-appropriate activities. Older campers explore more advanced techniques, movement patterns, and gameplay suited to their level. Whether learning the basics or refining their abilities, campers enjoy an upbeat, inclusive environment that promotes sportsmanship, agility, and active play.
Sports-
Sports offers a rotating selection of age-appropriate athletic activities led by knowledgeable activity staff. Younger campers build foundational motor skills and confidence through modified games, while older groups participate in higher-energy team sports, skill stations, and scrimmages. Activities may include whiffle ball, flag football, soccer-style games, relay challenges, and occasional lawn-game favorites. Sports emphasizes fun, teamwork, and positive play.
Strength & Agility-
Strength & Agility gives campers a fun, energetic space to move, play, and build physical confidence through a variety of indoor gym-style activities. Led by trained activity staff, younger groups develop coordination and body awareness through engaging movement games, while older campers take on more dynamic challenges that promote teamwork, balance, and agility. With equipment such as scooters, parachutes, and obstacle-style activities, Strength & Agility offers a lively environment where campers can stay active and enjoy the spirit of play—rain or shine.