BBA Summer Camps

List of 19 items.

• Week of 6/19 - LEGO Techsploration 1 (Gr. 4-6)

  LEGO Techsploration

  
  

  When: June 19th - 23rd from 8:30 – 12:30

  Where:  Smith Center Tech Lab (Basement Level)

  Age Group: Children entering grades 4-6

  Head Instructor:  Kevin Morrison
  Note:  Techsploration 1 & 2 are the same camp, just different weeks!
  
  Click HERE to register!

  
  

  More Details:

  Does your child like to build with LEGO?  Do they think robots are cool?  Do they enjoy taking things apart to see how they work?  If you answered yes to any of these questions, LEGO Techsploration is the camp they've been looking for!  As a camper, your child will learn basic computer programming and mechanical engineering with LEGO Mindstorms for NXT.  They'll design and program "autonomous" robots for a variety of challenges and competitions. 

  Kevin Morrison, a Media Arts instructor at Burr and Burton Academy, has been teaching LEGO Mindstorms to children for over 20 years and guarantees a fun and enriching experience for all. 
  
  Note:
  Campers should practice using a mouse on a computer prior to camp.  More on this closer to the first day of camp.
  
  

  For more information, email Kevin Morrison at kmorrison@burrburton.org

• Week of 6/19 - Cinematography 1 (SOLD OUT)

  Cinematography 1

  
  

  Head Instructor:  Bill Muench

  When:
  June 19th – June 23rd from 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM

  Where:  TBD at BBA

  Age Group: Children entering grades 5-9
  
  

  Click HERE to register!
  
  

  More Details:

  Campers will look at cinematography essentials such as designing a "look" for their films, composition, framing, continuity, and scene coverage and they will also explore creative choices of lighting and sound. In addition, campers will work through more complexities of what happens on a movie set.  This year, campers will be using iPads to film and edit.

  Bill Muench was a teacher at Burr and Burton Academy for 25 years, an adjunct professor at Castleton College, a basketball coach, member of the popular band Don’t Leave. Bill has produced a number of documentaries including a film about young cancer survivors for the SamFund, SEA BRIGHT RISING: the story of Sea Bright, NJ after Superstorm Sandy and he is currently producing a documentary titled The Artist & the Astronaut.  Feel free to contact Bill by phone at 802. 379-5431 or email him at bmuench@burrburton.org

• Week of 6/19 - BBA Basketball (Gr. 1-3)

  BBA Basketball Camp

  
  

  Coaches: Kathi Bierwirth, Ed Panzarino, Bibit Morgan

  When June 19-23

  Time: 8:30 - 12:30

  Where: BBA Gymnasium

  Who: Children entering grades 1-3

  What to bring: Sneakers, a Water Bottle, and a healthy snack.   
  
  Click HERE to register!

  
  

  More Details:

  Join us for an exciting week of basketball while focusing on the fundamentals. Available to all children entering grades 1-3. Campers will be grouped according to age and/or skill level. Campers will experience basic to advanced individual skills, and participate in interactive activities and small-sided games, while instilling confidence and having fun while learning the game of basketball.

  
  

  COACHING STAFF:

  Kathi, Ed, and Bibit all bring a wealth of basketball experience to the camp. All three are former Burr and Burton basketball players. Ed and Kathi both coached basketball at the high school level and Bibit is currently coaching youth basketball. In addition to their playing and coaching experience, they are all educators and look forward to sharing their excitement and passion for the game of basketball.

  
  For more information: Contact Kathi Bierwirth kbierwirth@burrburton.org

• Week of 6/19 - Boys Lacrosse (Gr. 6-9)

  Boys Lacrosse Camp
  
  

  June 19 - 23

  8:30a-12:30p

  Boys entering grades 6-9

  Equipment: Full lacrosse gear - helmet, mouth guard,  shoulder pads, elbow pads, gloves, stick, cleats & sneakers plus your own water bottle & snack.
  
  

  Click HERE to register!

  
  

  More Information: 
  The focus of the camp will be on learning higher-level stick skills, competing in small-sided games, and having fun. Campers have the opportunity to win rewards by participating in competitions. The week will be a great time to hone your lacrosse IQ and continue to develop a love of the game of lacrosse while working with the current BBA Varsity Coaches, Players, and Alumni.  Contact Coach Grabher with any additional questions.  coachgrabher@gmail.com 

  
  

  ABOUT COACH GRABHER:
  Coach Grabher will be returning for another fun-filled week of lacrosse this summer.  He is the current BBA Boys Varsity Coach and has over 20 years of coaching experience.  In six years of coaching the BBA boys Varsity, Coach Grabher has won the Bennington Banner Regional All-Star Coach of the Year award twice, Marble Valley Coach of the Year award, and voted the Division 1 Boys Coach of the Year twice during the last 5 playable seasons. In 2019, he coached the Bulldogs to their first-ever Division 1 final appearance and their 16 wins were the most ever by any BBA boys lacrosse team.  After a year off because of covid, the Bulldogs made it back to the Division 1 finals in 2021 and 2022 while beating the most winning record in 2022 with a total of 17 wins.  They are focused on returning to the Championship game in the 2023 season.

• Week of 6/26 - LEGO Techsploration 2 (Gr. 4-6)

  LEGO Techsploration 2

  
  

  When: June 26th - 30th from 8:30 – 12:30

  Where:  Smith Center Tech Lab (Basement Level)

  Age Group: Children entering grades 4-6

  Head Instructor:  Kevin Morrison
  Note:  Techsploration 1 & 2 are the same camp, just different weeks!
  
  Click HERE to register!

  
  

  More Details:

  Does your child like to build with LEGO?  Do they think robots are cool?  Do they enjoy taking things apart to see how they work?  If you answered yes to any of these questions, LEGO Techsploration is the camp they've been looking for!  As a camper, your child will learn basic computer programming and mechanical engineering with LEGO Mindstorms for NXT.  They'll design and program "autonomous" robots for a variety of challenges and competitions. 

  Kevin Morrison, a Media Arts instructor at Burr and Burton Academy, has been teaching LEGO Mindstorms to children for over 20 years and guarantees a fun and enriching experience for all. 
  
  Note:
  Campers should practice using a mouse on a computer prior to camp.  More on this closer to the first day of camp.
  
  

  For more information, email Kevin Morrison at kmorrison@burrburton.org

• Week of 6/26 - Cinematography 2 (SOLD OUT)

  Cinematography 2

  
  

  Head Instructor:  Bill Muench

  When:  June 26th – June 30th from 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM

  Where:  TBD at BBA

  Age Group: Children entering grades 5-9
  
  

  Click HERE to register!
  
  

  More Details:

  Campers will look at cinematography essentials such as designing a "look" for their films, composition, framing, continuity, and scene coverage and they will also explore creative choices of lighting and sound. In addition, campers will work through more complexities of what happens on a movie set.  This year, campers will be using iPads to film and edit.

  Bill Muench was a teacher at Burr and Burton Academy for 25 years, an adjunct professor at Castleton College, a basketball coach, member of the popular band Don’t Leave. Bill has produced a number of documentaries including a film about young cancer survivors for the SamFund, SEA BRIGHT RISING: the story of Sea Bright, NJ after Superstorm Sandy and he is currently producing a documentary titled The Artist & the Astronaut.  Feel free to contact Bill by phone at 802. 379-5431 or email him at bmuench@burrburton.org

• Week of 6/26 - Girls Lacrosse (Gr. 5-9)

  Girls Lacrosse Camp
  
  Head Coach: Ken Stefanak
  When: June 26th-30th  8:30am -12:30pm
  Where:  BBA Turf

  Age Group: Girls entering grades 5-8

  What to Bring: mouthguard, goggles, girls lacrosse stick, turfs or cleats/sneakers, water bottle.

  
  Click HERE to register!
  
  

  More Details:
  Join Coach Stefanak and the rest of the BBA staff and players for a fun-filled week of lacrosse. The focus will be on fun, stick skills, and small-sided games. The week will be a great time to improve your lacrosse skills and Game IQ. Continue to develop a love for the game of lacrosse while working with the BBA Varsity Coaches, players, and alumni. Coach Stefanak is in his third year as the Girls Varsity Head Coach after serving three years as the Assistant Coach and five years as a youth coach with Equinox Lacrosse. Hope to see you out there!

   

  If your daughter is new to the game and does not have her own equipment, please contact Coach Ken Stefanak at kstefanak@burrburton.org and he can help make equipment arrangements ahead of time. Please, provide your own Mouth Guard.
  
  

• Week of 6/26 - Bulldog Basketball 1 (Gr. 4-6)

  Bulldog Basketball Camp 1
  
  

  Directors: Dylan Baker

  Staff: Current BBA Basketball Players & Coaches

  When: June 26 - June 30

  Time: 9 am - 2 pm

  Where: BBA Gymnasium

  Who:  Children entering grades 4-6

  What to Bring: Water Bottle, Healthy Snacks, Lunch, Athletic Shoes, 

   
  Click HERE to register!
  
  

  More Details:

  Join Coach Baker along with current players and staff from both basketball programs in an exciting and fun-filled week of basketball. The camp will focus on the enjoyment of the game, basic fundamentals, how to play as a team, understanding of the game, and other important aspects of the game. Basic fundamentals include defensive positioning, shooting form, passing form, boxing out, how to set & use screens, and how to be a good teammate. Music will be played, drills and skills will be competitive, and the atmosphere will have an NCAA tournament-style feel. All skill levels are more than welcome to join! Any questions should be directed to Coach Baker at dbaker@burrburton.org.

   

  About Coach Baker:

  Coach Baker is in his second year at the helm of the Boys' Basketball Program this year after coaching both boys' and girls' basketball in Burlington and Saint Albans. He experienced plenty of success as a player at BBA with a State Championship in 2006, an All Marble Valley League team selection in 2007, and was a Southern Vermont Senior All-Star in 2007. After College, Coach Baker got right into coaching with a 1-year stint at Dorset Middle School before spending 6 years as a basketball & Soccer coach at Burlington High School and 2 years as a basketball coach at BFA Saint Albans. He credits much of his success on the court to his former coaches such as Seth Rice, Bill Muench, Dave Shehadi, and Dave Curtis, and hopes to one day be considered a great coach as they are.

• Week of 7/03 - Dance Camp (Gr. 5-9)

  BBA Dance Camp 

  
  

  Director: Emily Owens 

  When: July 3rd - July 7th from 8:30am-12:30pm

  Where: Larson Hall Dance Studio

  Age Group: Children entering grades 5th - 9th

  What to bring: Campers should wear comfortable clothing that they can move freely in without restrictions. Any sort of dance shoe, socks, or bare feet are acceptable. Please bring a water bottle and a light snack. 
  
  Click HERE to register!

  
  Details:
  

  Campers will learn various skills in multiple styles of dance, such as Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre, etc. Basic stretching, technique, and movement will provide dancers with a fun and exciting way to exercise, encouraging students to continue dancing or spark their interest. A general day will start with a warm-up which includes working through the whole body with isolations and stretches standing and on the floor. A basic workout will also be part of the warm-up as a form of conditioning, giving campers insight into just how much it takes to be a dancer and how fun it can be to exercise. Each day campers will learn a variety of dances that will be worked on throughout the week and performed on the last day of camp. Parents and friends are invited to come and support campers in their fun and enriching experience in dance. 

  
  Emily Owens is the Director of Dance at Burr & Burton. She has studied as a Dance Major at Dean College, training in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Modern, Hip Hop, and Contemporary. As one of only two dancers from the state of Vermont, she has performed in Italy as part of the UDA dance team of 2010. Emily has taught alongside Claudia Shell-Raposa in the curricular dance classes at Burr & Burton from 2015 - 2022. She has taught dance at local Middle/Elementary schools such as Maple Street, MEMS, and Floodbrook. As a choreographer for the BBA Dance Company, her piece won the Excellence in Artistry and Performance award at the Lyndon State Dance Festival in 2015. Emily was also a head Coach for the Varsity and JV Dance Teams in 2018. Emily wishes to share her love of dance with students of all ages who want the chance to dance.
  
  For more information contact Emily at eowens@burrburton.org

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• Week of 7/03 - Bulldog Basketball 2 (Gr. 7-9)

  Bulldog Basketball Camp 2
  

  Directors: Dylan Baker

  Staff: Current BBA Basketball Players & Coaches

  When: July 3rd - July 7th

  Time: 9 am - 2 pm

  Where: BBA Gymnasium

  Who:  Children entering grades 7-9

  What to Bring: Water Bottle, Healthy Snacks, Lunch, Athletic Shoes, 

   
  Click HERE to register!
  
  

  More Details:

  Join Coach Baker along with current players and staff from both basketball programs in an exciting and fun-filled week of basketball. The camp will focus on the enjoyment of the game, basic fundamentals, how to play as a team, understanding of the game, and other important aspects of the game. Basic fundamentals include defensive positioning, shooting form, passing form, boxing out, how to set & use screens, and how to be a good teammate. Music will be played, drills and skills will be competitive, and the atmosphere will have an NCAA tournament-style feel. All skill levels are more than welcome to join! Any questions should be directed to Coach Baker at dbaker@burrburton.org.

   

  About Coach Baker:

  Coach Baker is in his second year at the helm of the Boys' Basketball Program this year after coaching both boys' and girls' basketball in Burlington and Saint Albans. He experienced plenty of success as a player at BBA with a State Championship in 2006, an All Marble Valley League team selection in 2007, and was a Southern Vermont Senior All-Star in 2007. After College, Coach Baker got right into coaching with a 1-year stint at Dorset Middle School before spending 6 years as a basketball & Soccer coach at Burlington High School and 2 years as a basketball coach at BFA Saint Albans. He credits much of his success on the court to his former coaches such as Seth Rice, Bill Muench, Dave Shehadi, and Dave Curtis, and hopes to one day be considered a great coach as they are.

• Week of 7/10 - Digital Photography (Gr. 6-9)

  Digital Photography Camp
  
  

  Head Instructor:  Alex Vincent

  When: July 10th-14th from 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM

  Where:  BBA Digital Photography Lab (Smith Center Basement)

  Age Group: Students entering grades 6-9
  What to Bring: Healthy snack (no nuts) and a drink.  

  Note:
  Cameras will be provided to those campers who do not have their own.

  
  Click HERE to register!
  
  

  More Details:
  Through daily photo assignments, campers will explore digital photography and post-editing techniques using Photoshop. Campers will learn about composition, lighting, ISO, aperture, shutter speed, and more. Campers will also learn basic to intermediate editing skills using Adobe Photoshop as a post-editing tool to enhance and manipulate photos.

   

  The camp is limited to twelve campers and a minimum of eight campers is needed to run the camp. We will be going on daily photo shoots both on and off campus. Off-campus walks will include the trails behind BBA leading to Equinox Pond and Orvis pond. Please dress appropriately.

   

  Student photographs will be uploaded to an online portfolio for parents to view. All campers will receive one printed photo of their favorite image at the conclusion of the camp.  

  
  Feel free to contact Alex by phone at 802- 236-6848 or by email at avincent@burrburton.org

• Week of 7/10 - Bulldog Soccer (Gr. 5-8)

  Bulldog Soccer 
  
  

  Director: Patrick Zilkha

  Staff: Current BBA Soccer Players & Coaches

  When: July 10 - 14th

  When: 8:30 - 12:30

  Where: BBA Turf

  Who: Children entering grades 5th - 8th

  What to bring: cleats/turf shoes, shin guards, water bottle, soccer ball, healthy snack, sunscreen, towel, and bathing suit (water day TBD)  All campers will be provided with a camp t-shirt.

  
  

  Click HERE to register!

  
  

  More Details:

  This camp will focus on small-sided games, multiple touches on the ball, tactical understanding of the game, and team play in a fun and competitive environment. With a different focus each day, through skills, drills, and games, players will experience a well-rounded approach to the game. This camp is recommended for anyone with an interest in improving one’s ball skills and field awareness. All skill levels will be challenged appropriately. Burr and Burton have a proud soccer tradition that includes 15 state championships for both its girls' and boys' programs. Burr and Burton Soccer promotes fair play and having fun in a safe and competitive environment..  

  
  

  Staff: 

  With over sixteen years of coaching experience, Coach Zilkha’s philosophy is best described as taking risks on the field and learning from your experiences. Coach Zilkha has been involved with youth soccer since 2007, coaching all ages in Manchester’s local rec program for eight years as well as the local travel program for over thirteen years. He was an assistant coach in Bennington, Vermont for the Southern Vermont College Men’s soccer team from 2015 - 2018 before taking the men’s head coaching position here at Burr and Burton Academy. He has been on the board of two soccer organizations spanning over a total of five years and has earned multiple USSF licenses before earning his most recent USSF “C” license in 2018. Coach Zilkha has dedicated the last decade and a half to improving his skill set when it comes to coaching youth soccer and considers it an honor to be able to train Southern Vermont’s finest local players. There will also be current varsity soccer players and alumni supporting the weeklong camp as well.
  
  For more information, Pat can be reached at 917.887.8395 or by email at pzilkha@burrburton.org.

• Week of 7/17 - Mountain Biking (Gr. 6-9)

  BBA Mountain Bike Camp
  BBA Head Coach Jon Mowry
  

  When: July 17th - 21st from 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM

  Where: Burr and Burton Woodshop, Larson Hall, 225 Seminary Ave.

  Age Group: Children entering grades 6th-9th 

  Equipment: 

  • Required: Working mountain bike in safe condition, a way to carry water riding, helmet, comfortable biking clothes, sunscreen.
  • Bikes may be available for loan by contacting Jon Mowry at least 1 week in advance at jmowry@burrburton.org

  Click HERE to register! 
  
  

  More Details:  

  Participants should be comfortable on their bikes and know how to brake and shift, but do not otherwise need mountain biking experience.  The camp will accommodate all skill levels and offer a range of activities focused on developing bike skills and fitness.  We will take advantage of the trails at Burr and Burton and on the Equinox Preserve, as well as traveling to the Raptor Lane Trails in Dorset.  We will work on navigating obstacles, climbing, and descending, with our primary focus being having fun on our bikes.  We will also spend some time learning some basics of bicycle maintenance.

   

  About the Coaches and Staff: 

  The camp will be led by Burr and Burton mountain bike team coaches including Jon Mowry, Chris Nolan, and Jenn Lalor, along with students from the team.  The coaches bring many years of mountain biking experience along with founding and coaching the Burr and Burton team.  The team has grown from 12 students to 45 over the last 7 years and has won a variety of regional titles including the 2019 Northern New England High School Championship.  
  For more information contact Jon at jmowry@burrburton.org

• Week of 7/17 - BBA Baseball (Gr. 3-7)

  BBA Baseball
  
  

  Director: Eddie Lewicki

  Staff: Current BBA Baseball Players

  When: July 17th-21st  8:30 am-12:30 pm 

  Where: Dana Thompson Memorial Park Baseball Field

  Who: Children entering grades 3-7

  What to Bring: Baseball Glove, Cleats, Baseball Pants, Water Bottle, Healthy Snacks.

   
  Click HERE to register!
  
  

  More Details:

  Look forward to a fun week of skills and drills full of learning and fun! Groups will be separated by age for equal skill-level learning. Campers will learn basic to advanced skills based on skill level. Stations will be used for time management and the ability for campers to gather many skills in a short amount of time. Skills will include, fielding, throwing, baserunning, swing mechanics, and most importantly greater respect for the game. There will be fun competitive challenges throughout the entire camp including a final day camp-wide throwing and bunting competition! Campers will also cool off with a day of water games! Burr and Burton Baseball hopes to provide a fun, high-energy learning environment where campers obtain new skills to benefit them in future baseball adventures.

   

  About Eddie Lewicki:

  Eddie now helps assist the BBA baseball team with his father, Ed Lewicki, and Doug Crosier. Eddie is also the head coach of the Manchester Union Underground baseball team in the summer. Eddie was a 2011 graduate of BBA where he helped lead the Bulldogs to two state championship appearances. Lewicki was a 3-time All-Marble Valley League and All-State as a senior. After BBA Lewicki attended Siena College and joined the Baseball team. Eddie Pitched 250 innings over four years at Siena. Lewicki led the Saints at the front end of the rotation all four years. In 2015 Lewicki became Captain of the Saints. When Eddie is not helping BBA baseball, he is providing lessons and clinics to youth baseball programs including Green Mountain Lighting, Manchester Little League, and Bennington Youth Baseball

  For more information contact Eddie at elewicki@therichardsgrp.com

• Week of 7/17 - Ultimate Frisbee (Gr. 6-9)

  BBA Ultimate Frisbee Camp

   

  When: July 17 - 21 from 8:30 am - 12:30 pm

  Where:  BBA Taylor Turf Field 

  Who: Children entering grades 6th-9th

  What to Bring:

  Required: Cleats, athletic wear, water

  Recommended: Sunscreen, 175-gram disc (preferably Ultrastar)

  Note:  We don’t want equipment to hold people back from participating in this camp, so if someone doesn’t have any of this equipment please let us know and we can provide it.
  
  

  Click HERE to register!

  Camp Details:

  Ultimate is a fun, fast-paced game that many have played informally or in gym classes. This camp is an opportunity to learn more about the skills and strategy of playing Ultimate competitively from BBA’s Ultimate coach, Tom von Allmen. We’ll practice a variety of throws, talk about effective strategies on offense and defense, and learn how competition, fairness, and fun work together in this sport. Great for first-time players, returners to the sport, or athletes of other sports looking for a way to increase skills like quickness, field awareness, spacing, and stamina.

   

  About Tom von Allmen: 

  BBA Ultimate Coach Tom von Allmen has played competitive ultimate since 2008. His ultimate career started in 2008 in the Fall of his Freshman year at Dickinson College. He’s played in countless summer leagues and spent three years playing for the Albany, NY club team, with whom he traveled all over the east coast to tournaments. As a coach, Tom has worked in Vermont since coming to BBA in 2015, and he spent one summer coaching overseas in Israel. His top priority as an Ultimate player and coach is understanding how the self-officiated aspect of the sport can create games that are highly respectful AND highly competitive.

  
  For more information, contact Tom at tvonallmen@burrburton.org 

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• Week of 7/24 - Field Hockey (Gr. 3-12)

  FIELD HOCKEY CAMP
  
  

  Director: Lucrecia Cabut Johnson

  Coaches: Efremia Geralis and Arden Wojtach

  WHEN:
  July 24- July 28 8:30-12:30p
  WHO:
  Children entering grades 3-12

  WHERE:
  BBA Taylor Turf Field, Burr and Burton Academy, Manchester, VT.  The Henry Gym is also available in case of inclement weather.  Bring an old sock to cover your stick in case we play indoors.

  What to Bring:
  Shoes for turf suitability/sneakers, mouthguard, water bottle, stick, goggles, healthy snack; 

  GOALIES:  Bring your own gear (or contact Lucrecia to borrow it from BBA)

  
  Click HERE to register!

  
  

  More Details:

  Basic skills, offensive and defensive techniques, strategies, and positional play will be taught with a positive, fun, and challenging approach at a level appropriate for the experience and ability of each camper.  Goalkeepers will receive goalie-specific instruction and individualized attention.  Skills will be developed through drills, scrimmages, 7v7, and game instruction.   An emphasis on the importance of warm-up, stretching, good nutritional habits, and POSITIVE thinking for the athlete will be incorporated throughout the week.  Athletes must provide their own equipment (mouthguard, stick, turf shoes/sneakers, goggles, water bottle; goalies must have their own equipment or see your coach BEFORE camp if you use school equipment). All campers should provide their own healthy snack and have sun protection available.   Water and sports drinks will be provided.  The last day of camp will be filled with fun competitions, small and full field games; a “FUN DAY” to wrap up camp.

  
  

  COACHING STAFF

  Lucrecia Cabut Johnson is the Coach of the BBA JV Field Hockey Team. Lucrecia has been playing field hockey through the “Sporting Club” in Argentina since she was 12 years old.  She has been a player, a coach, and an official.  Lucrecia is the oldest of six children who are all involved in the sport. Lucrecia loves the fast pace and physical demands of the sport and that it teaches young boys and girls about being part of a team as they learn and gain respect, strength, commitment, and reliance, all values she learned by playing field hockey and now wants to pass on to future generations! 

  
  

  Arden Wojtach is a Division 1 college field hockey athlete at Hofstra University. Additionally, she competes on Hofstra’s Division 1 indoor track and field team in the mile and is a school record holder in the medley relay. Prior to college, Arden was a part of Burr and Burton’s varsity field hockey team for 3 years and was named an honorable all-league player. Additionally, she participated in varsity ice hockey, lacrosse, and gymnastics at BBA. Arden has experience coaching all levels of field hockey and gymnastics and is passionate about helping younger athletes grow and become more confident and competitive in their game. She is also very passionate about fitness and is a group fitness instructor. She received a nomination for Hofstra’s female-athlete strength and conditioning award during her freshman year. Overall, Arden loves to share her passion through coaching and wants to help grow the sport of field hockey in the community.

  
  

  Efremia Geralis has been playing field hockey since she was 10 years old on the MEMS team for the lady cats and played for the varsity team at BBA for all 4 years of her high school career. She was a team captain in her junior and senior years and was awarded SVL All-Star 2020 & 2021 and SVL All-State honorable mention 2021 during her time at BBA. Efremia was recruited to play for Division 1 Hofstra University Field Hockey team during her senior year and continues to train and compete with the HUFH team while studying for her bachelor's degree in marketing. Efremia loves the fast-paced game with infinite new skills to learn and takes pride in the discipline and unity that comes with the sport. She is excited to teach younger kids how to improve their skills and fall in love with the sport just as she did. 

  For more information, contact Lucrecia Johnson at (970) 2819697 or email: lucreciacjohnson@gmail.com

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• Week of 7/24 - Theater Camp 1 (Gr. 1-3)

  Theatre Camp 1

   

  Director: Maya Kraus

  When: July 24th-July 28th
               8:30 am-12:30 pm

  Where: Riley Theatre

  Who: Children entering grades 1-3 

  What to bring: Comfortable clothing, notebook, pen/pencil, water bottle, and snack.
  
  

  Click HERE to register!

  
  More Details:

  Calling all actors and theatre lovers! Daily activities include theatre games, improvisation, character exploration/development, playwriting, and dance for musical theatre. There will also be special guests from 11:30-12:30 who will talk about their stories and teach a specific facet of theatre. 

   
  About Maya:

  Maya Kraus, BFA/MFA is a former Professor in the Theatre Arts Department of Castleton University and is currently a Professor of Dance at Skidmore College. During her time at Castleton U., she directed Big Fish as well as choreographed for Curious Incident of the Dog In the Night-Time, Guys, and Dolls, Catch Me If You Can, Bloody, Bloody Andrew Jackson, American Idiot, Spring Awakening, Urinetown and Romeo and Juliet. She has taught theatre and dance in recreation camps, studios, and art centers in Vermont, New Jersey, and Massachusetts. In any space of education, Maya teaches through joy, compassion, and inclusivity with the ultimate goal to foster a love of learning.

  For more information, contact Maya at mayahancockkraus@gmail.com

• Week of 7/24 - Theater Camp 2 (Gr. 4-6)

  Theatre Camp 2

   

  Director: Maya Kraus

  When: July 24th-July 28th
               11:30 am- 3:30 pm

  Where: Riley Theatre

  Who: Children entering grades 4-6

  What to bring: Comfortable clothing, notebook, pen/pencil, water bottle, and snack.
  
  

  Click HERE to register!

  
  More Details:

  Calling all actors and theatre lovers! Daily activities include theatre games, improvisation, character exploration/development, playwriting, and dance for musical theatre. There will also be special guests from 11:30-12:30 who will talk about their stories and teach a specific facet of theatre. 

   
  About Maya:

  Maya Kraus, BFA/MFA is a former Professor in the Theatre Arts Department of Castleton University and is currently a Professor of Dance at Skidmore College. During her time at Castleton U., she directed Big Fish as well as choreographed for Curious Incident of the Dog In the Night-Time, Guys, and Dolls, Catch Me If You Can, Bloody, Bloody Andrew Jackson, American Idiot, Spring Awakening, Urinetown and Romeo and Juliet. She has taught theatre and dance in recreation camps, studios, and art centers in Vermont, New Jersey, and Massachusetts. In any space of education, Maya teaches through joy, compassion, and inclusivity with the ultimate goal to foster a love of learning.

  For more information, contact Maya at mayahancockkraus@gmail.com

• Week of 7/31 - BBA Soccer (SOLD OUT)

  BBA Soccer Camp 
  
  

  Where:  BBA Judy McCormick Taylor Turf Field

  When: July 31st - August 4th

  Who:
  Children entering grades K-1
  9:00-11:00 am Turf/Grass Field 

  Children entering grades 2-7
  8:30-12:30 pm Turf Field

  
  What to bring: cleats/turf shoes, shin guards, water bottle, soccer ball, healthy snack, sunscreen, towel, and bathing suit (water day TBD)  All campers will be provided with a camp t-shirt.

  Coaching Staff: Suzanne Mears/current BBA coaching staff, BBA alumni, current BBA players.

  
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  Come enjoy an exciting week of soccer while focusing on the fundamentals of soccer. Available to all children entering grades 1-7. Campers will be grouped according to age and/or skill level. Campers will experience basic to advanced soccer fundamentals paired with interactive activities and small-sided games, all focused on enhancing the skills and abilities of the individual camper while instilling the value of being part of a team. Campers will also have the opportunity to cool off with some water activities. Our hope is to provide a fun, safe learning environment while increasing the campers' confidence, knowledge, and love of the sport.

  
  

  About Suzanne Mears: Suzanne is the head coach for the girls' varsity soccer program at Burr and Burton Academy. Mears played as a four-year starter and two-year captain for the Saint Michael’s College Women’s Soccer Team. Coach Mears joined the BBA community and soccer program in 2014. Since Coach Mears’ time at BBA, she has led the Varsity team to consecutive undefeated regular seasons and 7 D1 Marble Valley League Titles, and a D1 State Championship. In her first season, the lady bulldogs finished 14-0 in the regular season (15-1 overall) which was the first undefeated regular season since 1999 and the first ever as a D1 program. During Coach Mears’ second season, she led the bulldogs to another 14-0 perfect season, marking the program's first back-to-back undefeated regular seasons. The Lady Bulldogs went on to complete a 17-1 overall season record as they competed in the D1 State Championship game, which was the first as a D1 program. During this season the bulldogs were regionally ranked. Over the course of the last few seasons, Mears continues to lead the Lady Bulldogs to win seasons and ranking in the top of the State for D1 soccer.  In the 2016 season, Mears was named Marble Valley League Coach of the Year, Vermont Large School Coach of the Year, and Region 1- New England Coach of the Year.  Her passion and knowledge of the game will ensure a week well worth your while! 

  
  

  For more information:
  Please contact Suzanne Mears at  smears@burrburton.org

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