Aquinas Summer Camps 2025

The Aquinas Institute runs a variety of summer camps – allowing current, incoming, and future students to experience AQ athletics, as well as Aquinas' fine and performing arts!

Below you will find information about each of our camps to help you plan your summer. If you need to register multiple camper's, you will need to complete this form again for each additional camper.

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Camper's First Name*

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Camper's School Grade (Fall 2025)*

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Camper's School (Fall 2025)*

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Camper's Shirt Size*

Please note that for campers who register within seven days of the camp start date, we cannot guarantee the camper will receive his/her chosen shirt size, but we will do our very best. Shirt sizes are unisex.

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Parent's First Name*

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Parent Waiver*

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By checking the box, I understand that the Aquinas Summer Camps are not responsible for accidents resulting in medical, dental, or other expense including loss of personal items. By checking the box, I agree that in the case of an accident involving my son/daughter while attending an Aquinas Summer Camp, I release the school, the ownership, the coaching staff, the directors, and The Aquinas Institute of Rochester from any and all liability.

Photo Release Waiver*

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By checking the box, Parent/Guardian gives permission for Aquinas to use, publish and modify, in any medium now and hereafter known, my Student’s image, likeness or voice, regardless of the source, for educational, promotional, and any other purposes relating to Aquinas, including, without limitation, in photographs in school publications, in photographs or videos on the Aquinas website, Facebook, and other social media (the “permitted uses”). Parent/Guardian hereby waives the right to inspect and approve “permitted uses” and further waives any claim for compensation. Parent/Guardian understands that Aquinas may use such photographs and/or videos without associating names thereto. Parent/Guardian acknowledges that, notwithstanding their failure to consent to the "permitted uses,” Aquinas is permitted to use photographs and videos of crowds that may contain the Student.

Select your camps below:

Baseball Camp: June 30–July 2, 9 AM–12PM (Boys, Grades 3–8)

If you have any questions, please contact AQ Varsity Baseball Coach & Camp Director Ray Manioci '08 at [email protected].

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$90.00 - Players of all ability levels will be challenged with specific skill instruction and drill work throughout our camps. Drill progressions will be focused on developing good habits while improving overall baseball skills. Each camp will cover the skills of pitching, hitting, catching, fielding, and base running. The following items are required: sneakers, baseball cleats, glove, baseball hat, water bottle, protective cup. Players are not required but are strongly encouraged to bring their own bat, helmet, and catcher’s equipment (if appropriate).

Boys Soccer Camp: July 8–10, 8–11AM (Boys, Grades 4–10)

If you have any questions, please contact AQ Varsity Boys Soccer Coach & Camp Director Josh Gleason at [email protected].

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$130.00 - The 2025 Aquinas Boys Soccer Camp will include technical and skill development, small-sided games, and learning through playing. The camp will focus on player development and gaining a better understanding of the game. All of this will be accomplished in a safe, positive and encouraging environment.

Cheer Camp: July 14–16, 5–7PM (Boys & Girls, Grades K–6)

If you have any questions, please contact the AQ Varsity Cheerleading Coaching Staff at [email protected].

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$80.00 - The 2025 Aquinas Youth Cheerleading Camp will be coached by the AQ coaching staff and experienced varsity athletes. Campers will work on stunting, tumbling, jumps, sideline cheers, and dance. Beginners are highly encouraged and welcome! Please ensure your camper brings the following: sneakers, water bottle, and a positive attitude.

Girls Soccer Camp: July 28–July 31, 6:30–8:45PM (Girls, Grades 5–12)

If you have any questions, please contact AQ Varsity Girls Soccer Coach & Camp Director Adam Schwartz at [email protected].

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$150.00 - At this camp, participants will be taught the four pillars of soccer in a fun, engaging environment. These pillars include the technical, tactical, physical and psychological components of soccer.

Softball Camp: August 11–13, 9–11AM (Girls, Grades 4–12)

If you have any questions, please contact AQ Varsity Softball Coach & Camp Director Jim Shook at [email protected].

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$90.00 - Players of all ability levels will be challenged with specific skill instruction and drill work throughout our camps. Drill progressions will be focused on developing good habits while improving overall softball skills. The focus will be on hitting, catching, fielding, and base running. The following items are required: sneakers, softball cleats, glove, and water bottle. Players are not required but are strongly encouraged to bring their own bat, helmet, and catcher’s equipment (if appropriate). Come ready for hard work and a lot of fun!

Adventures In Art Camp: August 11–15, 9AM–2PM (Boys & Girls, Grades 3–9)

If you have any questions, please contact AQ Fine Arts Department Chair & Camp Director Lorin Easton at [email protected].

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$275.00 - In this week-long camp, children will experience what it's like to see, create, and curate like an artist. We will draw, paint, sculpt, capture photos, and take part in many art adventures. Music, dance, and theatre will be incorporated into the program so we can make connections to every way of creating and expressing ourselves. Each day of camp is unique with varied arts curriculum and all supplies are included. Campers will bring their own water bottle and lunch. Snacks will be provided daily, and pizza will be a lunch option on Friday.

Theatre Summer Program (Boys & Girls, Grades 1–7)

If you have any questions, please contact Camp Director Brynna Dinsmore at [email protected].

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$300.00 - Join us at Aquinas Institute to take the story of Camp Rock to the stage! At auditions, students will learn part of a song and dance as well as practice acting out a scene from the show. Shortly after, they will receive the roles they will play in the production and their scripts, so that when we start rehearsing, they will be ready to jump right in! Rehearsals will consist of learning songs, dances, and putting it all together on stage. Students will also participate in creating some crafts for the show.

This Year's Theatre Summer Program is Disney's Camp Rock the Musical

Auditions: June 16

Current 1st–3rd Grades: 4–5:15PM
Current 4th–7th Grades: 5:30–7:30PM

Rehearsal Dates:

July 28–August 1: 10AM–3PM
August 4–5: 10AM–3PM
TECH. August 6: 9AM–4PM
TECH. August 7: 9AM–4PM
FINAL RUN August 8: 9AM–1PM

Performances:

August 8: 7PM
August 9: 2PM

About the Director:

Brynna Dinsmore is excited to be back at Aquinas this summer directing Camp Rock the Musical! Mrs. Dinsmore has directed many musical productions with students of all grade levels. Mrs. Dinsmore has a passion for musical theater and has done everything from choreographing and vocal directing, to participating herself. She loves to see her students gain confidence and new skills by participating in musical theater and can’t wait to see the cast rock out this summer!

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Aquinas Summer Camps 2025