The Harley
Summer
Academy
Harley’s Summer Academy classes provide enriching opportunities for students to delve into specialized areas of interest. From hands-on art workshops and exciting outdoor adventures to a musical theater production, our program offers a range of engaging courses designed to inspire creativity and foster skill development.
The Harley
Summer
Academy
Harley’s Summer Academy classes provide enriching opportunities for students to delve into specialized areas of interest. From hands-on art workshops and exciting outdoor adventures to a musical theater production, our program offers a range of engaging courses designed to inspire creativity and foster skill development.
Early Week: June 23–27
Ceramics: Wheel-thrown
In this course students will go over basic wheel throwing techniques. Students will experiment with thrown forms such as mugs, bowls, plates, and vases. This course will cover surface decoration, glazing, and finishing.
Instructor: Rebecca Tracey
Grades: 5–12
Fee: $250
Hours: 9 am–12 pm
Week 1: June 30–July 3
Bike Camp: (Full Day)
From our base at Harley, we will cycle to some of the most beautiful and interesting places in the Rochester area. We will use the Erie Canal Towpath, the Genesee River Trail, and other area trails to explore local historic sites and enjoy the region’s natural beauty. Led by Harley history teacher Doug Gilbert, this camp will emphasize biking fun and safety, but also include stories of Rochester’s fascinating past. Campers will need to bring their own fully functional bike, which will be kept at Harley for the week, a water bottle, snack, lunch, and helmet. Note: This is not an introduction to cycling. It is for experienced cyclists. In past years, some campers have struggled to keep up with the pace and distance of a 20–30 mile daily ride. Please carefully consider the fitness of your child and the availability of a good bike in signing up for this camp. Please bring water and lunch/snacks. *Please note that this camp runs 8:30 am–3:30 pm
Program Director: Doug Gilbert—dgilbert@harleyschool.org
Grades: 7–12
Fee: $400
Hours: 8:30 am–3:30 pm*
Hand Built Ceramics
In this course students will review techniques in clay (coil, slabs, hollow forming, and pinch pots). Students will create sculptures and functional items from cartoon characters and creatures to boxes and mugs. This course will cover glazing and painting of finished work. We will be unable to glaze all pieces during the class times. A glazing day is included that will take place in late July or early August.
Instructor: Rebecca Tracey
Grades 5-12
Fee: $160
Hours: 12:30 – 3:00 pm (No Camp Friday, July 4)
Harley Hoop Academy
Sharpen your skills, elevate your game, and embrace Harley’s motto: “Become What Thou Art.” Players will develop technical skills, game strategy, and teamwork in a fun and competitive environment led by top coaches.
Rain or shine, the game goes on! With access to The Harley School’s Wellness Center, training moves indoors when needed. Plus, our full-time summer nurse ensures player safety and well-being throughout camp.
Grades 5-8
Fee: $200
Hours: 8:30 – 11:30 am (No Camp Friday, July 4)
Week 2: July 7–11
Flameworking with Glass (AM)
Participants will learn the basics of glass making in the Harley glass studio. Beginners will be introduced to heating and glass control and then learn how to make simple shapes and figurines. Advanced students work on projects that fit their interests and skill levels. Enrollment limited to six students.
Instructor: Jesse Bacon
Grades: 9–12
Fee: $350
Hours: 9 am–12 pm
Jewelry (PM)
Jewelry students will learn a variety of techniques in wire, sheet metal, polymer clay or clay, beading, hemp, and found objects. We will create different types of jewelry including pendants, necklaces, bracelets, rings, and earrings.
Instructor: Rebecca Tracey
Grades: 5–12
Fee: $200
Hours: 12:30–3:30 pm
Day Trips to State Parks (Full Day)
We will drive the Harley bus to nearby parks such as Letchworth, Stony Brook, Hi Tor, Grimes Glen, Watkins Glen, and Chimney Bluffs. Campers will enjoy hiking, climbing, swimming, and sightseeing. This is a great way to get kids out and about and teach them about the wonderful variety of natural beauty in the region. Please bring water and lunch/snacks. *Please note that this camp runs 8:30 am–3:30 pm
Program Director: Doug Gilbert—dgilbert@harleyschool.org
Grades: 7–12
Fee: $450
Hours: 8:30 am–3:30 pm*
Harley Elite Soccer
Take your game to the next level at Harley Elite Soccer, where players train with top coaches from the region’s premier clubs! This high-energy camp focuses on skill development, game strategy, and teamwork in a fun and competitive environment.
Grades: 5–8
Fee: $250
Hours: 8:30–11:30 am
Week 3: July 14–18
Flameworking with Glass (AM)
Participants will learn the basics of glass making in the Harley glass studio. Beginners will be introduced to heating and glass control and then learn how to make simple shapes and figurines. Advanced students work on projects that fit their interests and skill levels. Enrollment limited to six students.
Instructor: Jesse Bacon
Grades: 9–12
Fee: $350
Hours: 9 am–12 pm
Descendants - The Musical: July 14–25
This is a TWO week camp–(Full Day)
Join us for an exciting two-week theater camp where students in grades 3–8 will act, sing, and dance their way into the world of Descendants: The Musical! Guided by Broadway actors, participants will receive real theater education, honing their performance skills while building confidence and creativity. The camp will culminate in two show-stopping performances: one during the camp day and a special evening performance at 5:30 pm on Friday, July 25. Don’t miss this chance to shine on stage!
Grades: 3–8
Fee: $650
Hours: 8 am–3 pm
Week 4: July 21–25
Flameworking with Glass (AM)
Participants will learn the basics of glass making in the Harley glass studio. Beginners will be introduced to heating and glass control and then learn how to make simple shapes and figurines. Advanced students work on projects that fit their interests and skill levels. Enrollment limited to six students.
Instructor: Jesse Bacon
Grades: 9–12
Fee: $350
Hours: 9 am–12 pm
Bike Camp (Full Day)
From our base at Harley, we will cycle to some of the most beautiful and interesting places in the Rochester area. We will use the Erie Canal Towpath, the Genesee River Trail, and other area trails to explore local historic sites and enjoy the region’s natural beauty. Led by Harley history teacher Doug Gilbert, this camp will emphasize biking fun and safety, but also include stories of Rochester’s fascinating past. Campers will need to bring their own fully functional bike, which will be kept at Harley for the week, a water bottle, snack, lunch, and helmet. Note: This is not an introduction to cycling. It is for experienced cyclists. In past years, some campers have struggled to keep up with the pace and distance of a 20–30 mile daily ride. Please carefully consider the fitness of your child and the availability of a good bike in signing up for this camp. Please bring water and lunch/snacks. *Please note that this camp runs 8:30 am–3:30 pm
Program Director: Doug Gilbert—dgilbert@harleyschool.org
Grades: 7–12
Fee: $400
Hours: 8:30 am–3:30 pm*
Week 5: July 28-Aug 1
Day Trips to State Parks (Full Day)
We will drive the Harley bus to nearby parks such as Letchworth, Stony Brook, Hi Tor, Grimes Glen, Watkins Glen, and Chimney Bluffs. Campers will enjoy hiking, climbing, swimming, and sightseeing. This is a great way to get kids out and about and teach them about the wonderful variety of natural beauty in the region. Please bring water and lunch/snacks. *Please note that this camp runs 8:30 am–3:30 pm
Program Director: Doug Gilbert—dgilbert@harleyschool.org
Grades: 7–12
Fee: $450
Hours: 8:30 am–3:30 pm*