In the bustling, lively Empire State of New York, where skyscrapers touch the sky and pizzas are bigger than your head, there is a small group of brave and adventurous younglings. They are known as the Wakeboard Whiz Kids. Led by a cool and charismatic character by the name of Wobble Wally, these kids love nothing more than swapping the concrete jungle for the wild, watery expanse of the lakes and rivers that flow around their state. Wobble Wally, with his shock of purple hair and mismatched socks, is no ordinary kid. He is a wakeboarding wizard who can slice through the water like a hot knife through butter, performing tricks that would make a dolphin jealous. He can flip, spin, and twist with such style that even the fish stop to applaud. His wakeboard, patterned with holographic pizzas and named “The Big Pepperoni,” is as famous as he is. Under Wally's guidance, the Wakeboard Whiz Kids spend their summer days riding the rippling waves, their laughter echoing across the water. From the Hudson River to Lake George, they turn every ripple into a ramp and every wave into a wonder. As they soar through the air, they leave behind a spray of water that creates a rainbow on sunny days. In New York State, where the hustle and bustle never stops, these kids have discovered a unique way to make their own fun. They’ve swapped crowded streets and towering buildings for open waters and endless blue skies. Sure, they might get wet and occasionally wakeboard right into a family of ducks, but that’s all part of the adventure for the Wakeboard Whiz Kids. After all, in the words of Wobble Wally, "Life's too short to be dry!" So, grab a wakeboard and join the splashy shenanigans of the most entertaining kids in New York!
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What began in a humble New York City apartment with just a single student, Spark, has since blossomed into an enriching program impacting thousands of children. Our unique educational approach combines the elements of art, yoga, meditation, and nature to create a holistic learning environment. This distinctive blend is what sets Spark apart, allowing us to reach and inspire a multitude of children in truly meaningful ways. With an array of offerings to accommodate various schedules and needs, Spark has something for everyone. Our services extend beyond the standard after school and weekend classes to include holiday and summer camps, birthday parties, portfolio preparation, private classes, and custom pods. We also welcome homeschool groups and are thrilled to announce the recent addition of a forest school program to our repertoire. You can find Spark on-site in various schools and at our main studio located in the Upper West Side. But we're not stopping there - we're also planning to expand to the Upper East Side and Brooklyn. For our families in Pennsylvania, we run the program from our family studio there. And if you're not in close proximity to any of our locations, don't worry. We offer in-home instruction and virtual options to ensure that Spark can reach you, no matter where you are. We invite you to explore all the ways you can experience Spark and look forward to helping bring our program to you.
Camp Hilltop has been a part of the Hancock, New York community since 1924. This beautiful camp is situated on 600 acres of woodlands and fields, with a private lake, in the picturesque Catskill Mountains, just two and a half hours from New York City. This summer camp offers a variety of activities, including water skiing, wakeboarding, trapeze, hiking, horses, climbing tower, high ropes, and many sports, performing arts and arts and crafts. We strive to provide a safe, nurturing and non-competitive environment, with a four to one camper to counselor ratio, overseen by a mature, skilled and caring staff. Camp Hilltop is more than just a summer camp; it’s a place where children and young adults can find a friendly and fun community and explore the wondrous possibilities in their lives. Whether it be for two weeks or eight, we provide a safe and supportive environment that encourages campers to develop their skills, build relationships, and grow in confidence.