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Summer Intensives

Grier Summer Intensive Programs

Tucked in the scenic mountains of Central Pennsylvania on the historic Grier School campus, Grier Summer is a dream for creative and active girls alike. Campers can spend the day practicing dance, horseback riding, art, archery, swimming, drama, and more. Grier also offers intensive programs for girls who want to deeply explore one activity. Between making new friends, trying new skills, and enjoying camp-wide fun, it’s a summer full of laughter, creativity, and memories to last all year.

Grier Summer will be offering 5 Intensive Programs for campers to pursue their passions in Art, Dance, Music, Riding, and Tennis. Campers in the Intensive Programs spend three of their four activity periods immersed in a single concentration but still get to fill one activity period with an activity of their choosing – A great opportunity to try something new!

Art

Grier Summer’s Intensive Art Program will work with Grier School’s Art Instructors in advanced 2D visual art courses to improve foundational skills in multiple mediums. Campers will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in Painting, Drawing, Jewelry, Sewing, Pottery, Photography, Fiber Arts, and more!

Dance

Grier summer is pleased to offer an Intensive Dance Program that mirrors the unique opportunity of our year-round dance program. Our intensive program, headed by Grier’s Dance Director Jocelyn Hrzic, allows students to learn in a variety of styles such as jazz, ballet, and modern. It is a great option for passionate dancers who want to experience multiple techniques taught by skilled faculty.

Ages 8 years old and up are welcome to enroll in the dance intensive and it is no extra cost. Students enrolling in the dance intensive must enroll in all three weeks of camp. Classes may be separated by ability level.

Music

Grier Summer’s Music Intensive Program will work with aspiring musicians, vocalists, and campers who want to be in the spotlight. Each week, our campers will work on performances for Grier Summer’s Friday Showcase. Working with Grier School’s talented staff, campers will have the opportunity to pursue multiple courses in Instrumental, Vocal, and Musical Theater.

Riding

Our Grier Summer Intensive Riding program mirrors our school year’s program. Campers will have the opportunity to ride Grier School’s Nationally and Internationally ranked horses, at World class facilities, with our Nationally renowned instructors. Our horses have come to us from jumping Grand Prix, competing in FEI Dressage competitions, and at the top levels of Reining and Ranch western riding. We truly have a horse for every rider in hunter/jumper, equitation, dressage, and western disciplines!

Tennis

The Intensive Tennis Program at Grier Summer is for avid tennis playing wanting additional time on the court. Campers will work with Grier School’s Head Tennis Coach, Nick Margiasso, to sharpen their skills and improve their technical and tactical skills in a fun environment.