111080 - Basketball Instruction

The ECC offers the most comprehensive, fun, and exciting basketball program to the area. This class will provide every child with the skills that will help them develop an appreciation and enjoyment of the game. Each player will be given individual attention. Each session includes instruction, game play, contests, and educational disciplines.

221590 - Skateboarding

This class will show the rider how to ride a skateboard. Starting with the basics learn the art of riding and balancing on the board. Then those that are ready, will be instructed at beginner, intermediate, and even expert level skateboarding tricks. With careful instruction every rider will feel prepared to take on any obstacle within their skill level with confidence. The class will include proper stretching and cardio techniques before every rider jumps on the board. Helmets are mandatory for all skaters and elbow and knee pads are needed for the beginner level participants. This class is tailored for all ages.

249160 - Hatha Yoga

Diana is a teacher, trainer, and performing artist who has been instructing groups and private classes for over a decade. She is certified in yoga, Pilates mat, and core fusion. Her classes are led through a heartfelt exploration of energy that aim to be nurturing, fun and physically effective.
A fusion of mind body work, ultimately combining the disciplines of both Yoga and Pilates. Designed to work the body from the inside out, rebalancing the body's energy, through breath.

305840 - Dog Obedience

Dogs must be at least 12 weeks old and have had their rabies vaccination.
Puppies generally get a series of distemper vaccinations at 8 weeks, 12 weeks, 16 weeks and sometimes 18 weeks.
Puppies should have had at least 2 of the DHL2PP distemper vaccinations before starting class.

Instructor Jason Hofmann:
Jason is an ABC (Animal Behavior College) certified dog trainer. He uses the latest in positive motivational techniques, to make training enjoyable for both you and your puppy/adult dog.

Jason believes and has said that "All dogs should have some kind of training. The earlier in its life the better (puppy training can begin as early as 8 weeks). Training helps open communication and strengthen the bond between the dog and you."

313640 - Explore The Beach and More

EXPLORERS CAMPERS ONLY!


Your child will travel to Fairfield Beach or another local venue (Weather Permitting). The Bus will leave the ECC at approximately 9:15am and return just in time for lunch. Our counselors will keep a watchful eye on the children as they engage in swimming, beach sports and games while enjoying the sun. Please make sure they have applied plenty of Sun Block at home to protect them from sunburn. Our counselors are not allowed to apply this during camp so please make sure they are protected. If you prefer your child to stay at the ECC, than we will have other activities facilitated by our counselors that will be run onsite to entertain them until the other group returns. (The ECC must meet the minimum number of sign-ups necessary to run the beach trips. Please register in advance.)

314310 - Wanderers & Little Leader Camps

The summer Wanderers Camp runs for ten weeks and is designed to provide a summer full of fun activities for young campers who were in Pre K, Kindergarten and First Grade during the 2021-22 school year.
Please pack a snack - Lunch is provided.

The Little Leaders camp is for children ages 3 and 4. The camp runs from 9am-12pm every day in the weekly enrollment. Please pack a snack - Lunch is available for an additional fee which covers the cost of lunch and staff.

The full day program runs from 9AM until 4PM. Please note that we do not advise Wanderers age campers to participate in the late pick up option as such a long day is difficult for this age group.

The ECC does not use any CIT’s (counselors in training). Each staff member is specially selected for their skills and attributes with the younger age group. Under the guidance and supervision of our experienced staff, Wanderers campers will enjoy a wide variety of activities. These include:

Movement Skills - Developing and improving hand-eye coordination and movement coordination that will enhance dexterity and balance.

Mini Sports - Scaled down versions of a variety of popular sports with adapted equipment. Each sport is taught within an adventure type environment.

Story Time - Our counselors will read from traditional favorites to modern children's literature.

Arts & Crafts - A wide spectrum of art and craft activities that will introduce campers to a variety of art forms and an opportunity to explore their own unique imagination.

LUNCH IS INCLUDED.



**All children must be potty trained in order to attend camp

314320 - Explorers Camp

Explorer Camp revolves around a range of fascinating, exciting, and stimulating topics. These topics are especially designed to challenge, absorb, and enrich each camper. The camp is designed for boys and girls Grades 2-8 (ages 6.5 - 14). Children will be divided into groups according to age and enrollment.

Explorers Topics:
--Acting -- Creative Writing -- Computers -- Team Building -- Sports -- Media & Video -- Creative Arts -- Music -- Nature & Animals

The success of Explorer Camp is undoubtedly the quality of our teaching staff. All are highly successful young teachers, educators and motivators who are selected from the area's top colleges and universities. They are complemented by our experts and guest speakers during special events.

The philosophy of Explorers Camp is one of experimentation and experience. Children will learn through a complete "hands-on" approach, highlighting exploration and critical analysis.

The learning environment that Explorer Camp creates allows for personal expression and creativity. There are constant opportunities and limitless challenges, all of which take place under the constant guidance of our expert teaching staff who will nurture, enlighten, and motivate your children towards new and interesting goals.

In a typical week of Explorer Camp a child will participate in the creation of film presentations, newspaper articles, computers and other specialty topics. The schedule is flexible and will be altered to accommodate theme days, guests and group presentations.

LUNCH IS INCLUDED.

314870 - Early & Late Pick-Up

321240 - Badminton - Juniors

Looking for a great way to exercise and have fun at the same time? Beginning – intermediate as well as experienced advanced players welcomed. Beginners are taught the basics and more advanced principles of the sport. While the beginners are being taught the intermediate/advanced players can just play. Every game is set up by the instructor to be both balanced and fun. Badminton is an Olympic sport, this is not your summer backyard game. Badminton is the fastest racquet sport in the world. Birds have been clocked at international competition at over 200 miles per hour.

321590 - Skateboarding

This class will show the rider how to ride a skateboard. Starting with the basics learn the art of riding and balancing on the board. Then those that are ready, will be instructed at beginner, intermediate, and even expert level skateboarding tricks. With careful instruction every rider will feel prepared to take on any obstacle within their skill level with confidence. The class will include proper stretching and cardio techniques before every rider jumps on the board. Helmets are mandatory for all skaters and elbow and knee pads are needed for the beginner level participants. This class is tailored for all ages.

324330 - Community Leadership Club

PLEASE CALL THE ECC OFFICE AT (203) 459-9700 FOR THE 7 OR MORE WEEK DISCOUNT!

Join the CLC and be a part of a rewarding summer camp program for middle school aged students. The program is led by an experienced mature adult staff with an enthusiasm and dedication to youth. This ten week experience will feature a wide variety of exciting trips, games, teambuilding, skill development, and meaningful community service projects. Check below to see the weekly structure of the program and some highlights of weekly themes and activities!

Mondays- Team Building, Extreme Sports and Challenges on location at the ECC
Tuesdays- Local Field Trip
Wednesdays- Beach Day
Thursdays- Community Service Project/Field Day
Fridays- Big Trip/Reward

331240 - Badminton - Adult

Looking for a great way to exercise and have fun at the same time? Beginning – intermediate as well as experienced advanced players welcomed. Beginners are taught the basics and more advanced principles of the sport. While the beginners are being taught the intermediate/advanced players can just play. Every game is set up by the instructor to be both balanced and fun. Badminton is an Olympic sport, this is not your summer backyard game. Badminton is the fastest racquet sport in the world. Birds have been clocked at international competition at over 200 miles per hour.

339060 - Adult Fitness

Why drive so far to get a great work out? The ECC has what you need to get in shape. Choose from one of the new aerobic classes or do it yourself in our new fitness center with state of the art cardio and strength training equipment.


**All children must be potty trained in order to attend camp

339160 - Saturday Boot Camp with Aida

This Saturday class is a combo of cardiovascular and strength training to help up your metabolism during this fun class.

349160 - Hatha Yoga

Create strength, flexibility, and peace in your body, mind, and spirit through the ancient practice of yoga. You will be encouraged to move at your own pace in a nurturing environment. Yoga is a wonderful way to manage everyday stress. Class will end with a deep relaxation.

Please bring a Yoga mat to class.