Nichols School is pleased to announce that we have a variety of exciting and affordable summer programs for 2008. For further information call the Summer Program Information line at 332-6380, or stop by the Campus Store. A general registration form can be viewed/downloaded/printed here.

Golf Camp
A Unique Opportunity for all Ability Levels

Five days of Driving Range and On-Course instruction at Harvest Hill, Bright Meadows, Rothland and Ironwood golf courses
The camp will use these distinct facilities to provide golfers with focused learning in putting, chipping and pitching, sand play, and the long game.

• Emphasis on etiquette/rules and swing mechanics
• Convenient Drop-off and Pick-up at Nichols
• Developed and directed by the Nichols Girls Golf Coach, Ronald Montesano
• Counselors include members of the Nichols School Girls and Boys varsity golf teams
  

Session 1:   June 16 - June 20, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Session 2:  June 23 - June 27, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $335.00 per session
Ages 9 - 14
 
Hockey Camp

• Full-day hockey school for boys and girls
• Individual and team skills development
• Daily off-ice activities include soccer, basketball, tennis and weight training
• Lunch provided daily
• Developed by Nichols Director of Ice Hockey, Tim Vanini ‘87
  

Session 1:  August 11 - August 15, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Session 2: August 18 - August 22, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Cost - $325 per session              
Boys and girls, ages 7 - 12

** Multi-week, team and goaltender discounts available

For this program’s specialized registration materials please go to this Hockey link.

“AAA” Hockey Evening Clinic

• Elite level, three day clinic, provides six hours of conditioning and skill development
• Ideal for advanced players who have one or more years of AAA hockey experience
• Training will include advanced skating, shooting, stick handling and passing.
• Players will learn to become on-ice “problem solvers”, through discussion and implementation of team concepts in non-traditional, situational scrimmages
• Games are designed to force the player to analyze the movement of the game, become aware of space management, and incorporate these concepts into coordinated team play
• Both offensive and defensive strategies will be covered
  

August 12 - 14: ages 11-12 (PeeWee), 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.           
August 19 - 21: ages 13-14 (Bantam), 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $125    
              
For this program’s specialized registration materials please go to this Hockey link
 
Football Clinic

• A non-contact program that is appropriate for all ability levels, beginner to varsity
• Emphasis is on conditioning and fundamentals
• Conducted by the Nichols School Varsity Football Coaching Staff
  

July 7 - 11, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.                           
Cost: $100
Open to grades 5 - 12 

Girls Lacrosse Clinic

• Directed by Beth Stone, Lacrosse Coach for Nichols School
• Geared toward advanced and intermediate players who want to take their game to the next level
• The latest techniques will be used to enhance individual skill as well overall knowledge of the game
• Players will be grouped according to age and ability level
• Space is limited and applications are processed on a first come, first served basis
  

June 28 - 29, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Cost: $125
Open to girls grades 9 - 12

For more information and specialized registration materials please contact Beth Stone at bstone@nicholsschool.org
 
Girl Power
“Getting to the Heart of Girls”

• Designed to create a fun and safe environment for girls to empower their hearts, minds and spirits
• Activites will include artwork, crafts, movement, nutrition and more
• Art supplies and other materials will be provided
• Celebrate the uniqueness of you
• Developed and directed by Wendy Amato, Nichols School Wellness Coordinator
  

June 16 - June 20, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Cost: $175.00
Girls ages 10 - 14  (Grades 5 - 8)

Writing for the College Application
Get a Head Start on the College Application Process

• Instruction on writing all aspects of the college application, with a focus on the “personal statement”
• Three-week course consists of six, three-hour intensive workshops
• On-site, one-on-one tutorial available
• Small class size
• Directed by Nichols English teacher Larry Desautels
  

July 7 – July 25, Tuesdays and Thursdays,  10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m
Cost: $350.00
Open to high school seniors

SAT Prep Course
Focused instruction for the Scholastic Aptitude Test

• Intensive concentration on the verbal and mathematic components of the test
• Addresses all aspects of the test-taking experience, including time management and problem-solving strategies
• All course materials included in enrollment fee
• Small class size
• Directed by Nichols School English Department Chair, Roddy Potter
  

Session 1:  July 28 - August 8, 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Session 2: August 4 - August 15, 12:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Cost: $350.00 per session
Open to high school juniors and seniors

Driver Education

• Combines the benefits of practical driving skills and defensive driving techniques
• Program consists of 24 hours of classroom instruction and 24 hours of in-vehicle instruction, including 6 hours behind the wheel
• Will qualify the student for DMV Certification and insurance reduction certificate
• Students must attend all scheduled classes to meet requirements for successful completion
  

July 1 - August 15
Cost: $435
Open to students 16 years and older with valid learner permit or drivers license by the first day of class

For this program’s specialized registration materials please click this link or call the Summer Program Hotline at 332-6380

Sports Performance Academy
Not Just Another Plyometric or General Athlete Training System

• Program includes a functional movement screen by a healthcare professional
• A corrective exercise regimen based on the specific deficits of the individual athlete
• Instruction in a movement preparation program to enhance the athletes abilities
• Strength, conditioning and flexibility exercises focusing on multi-dimensional movements
• Acceleration training, deceleration training, agility drills and overall physical conditioning drills for enhanced energy system development
• Discussion and education on core values, general wellness and additional factors that may specifically influence an athletes ability to succeed
• Directed by Chris Nentarz, a Physical Therapist, Certified Strength Training Specialist and Performance Enhancement Specialist   
  

June 24 to August 14, Tuesdays & Thursdays 9 am - 10 a.m.  or 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Cost - $199
Open to athletes 14-18 years of age