• ACADEMICS | ATHLETICS

Palmer Trinity School invites students in grades 1 through 8 to participate in our engaging summer programs. Whether you are an athlete eager to enhance your skills or a student interested in exploring new academic and creative avenues, our diverse camps offer something for everyone.

Join us to make new friends and discover exciting opportunities under the guidance of our dedicated coaches and educator.   We have a program just for you! 
 
Registration is Open



  • SUMMER PROGRAM DATES
     
    Session I   | June 9 - June 14
    Session II  - June 16 - June 20 (No Session June 19)
    Session III - June 23 - June 27
     
     Please contact Manny Bloom at (305) 251-2230 for further information.

Academics

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  • Cooking Through Cultural Heritage

    In today’s diverse world, it can be both challenging and time-consuming to honor and celebrate the unique cultural traditions of our communities. Cooking Through Cultural Heritage is a dynamic, hands-on course designed to make this process accessible, engaging, and enjoyable for students. This course is specifically tailored to bring cultural diversity to life through food, storytelling, and creative exploration. 
    • Open to 6th - 11th Grade

    SESSION I: 
    June 9 – June 13
       
      • Half Day Session                    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
                                Cost:              $300
       
      SESSION II: 
      June 16 – June 20
        (No Camp June 19)
         
        • Half Day Session                    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
                                  Cost:              $240

         
         

      • Discover China

        The purpose of this course is to introduce Chinese language and culture from the perspectives of arts, myths, movies, festivals, Chinese food, teas, medicine, and architecture, etc. The audience are students who are interested in Chinese food, teas, art forms and language. For those who have never taken Chinese class, basic phrases/knowledge will be reviewed. 

        A list of topics: 
        1. Chinese idioms, sayings, and popular internet slangs 
        2. Chinese popular songs
        3. Chinese movies/TV shows 
        4. Traditional Chinese medicine
        5. Ancient Chinese poetry
        6. Chinese architecture
        7. Chinese characters and calligraphy 
        8. Chinese tea appreciation-try different types of teas in class
        9. Virtual tours in cities in China
        10. Different Chinese art forms 
        11. Myths and legends
        12. Chinese food- learn how to cook some Chinese food
        13. Chinese festivals
        • Open to 6th - 12th Grade Students

        SESSION I: 
        June 9 – June 13
           
          • Half Day Session                    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
                                    Cost:              $300
           
          SESSION II: 
          June 16 – June 20
            (No Camp June 19)
             
            • Half Day Session                    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
                                      Cost:              $240

             
             

          • Girl Talk: A Workshop on Navigating Middle School and Building Friendship, Resilience & Emotional Regulation Skills

            Making new friends and navigating friendships in middle school can be a little intimidating. Is your rising 6th grade daughter excited, but simultaneously scared to start middle school? Does your rising 7th grade daughter want to learn more about friendship and dealing with drama in middle school? This course is dedicated to helping rising 6th and 7th grade girls acclimate to middle school, in an upbeat, fun way, navigating what it means to be a good friend, balancing academics, learning healthy conflict resolution skills, and exploring the topics of relational aggression, empathy, strengthening relationships, and emotional regulation. This course will invite parents to provide feedback via pre/post-Google surveys to help tailor the course to the student's interests and abilities.  
            • Open to Rising 6th & 7th Grade Girls

            SESSION I: 
            June 9 – June 13
               
              • Half Day Session                    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
                                        Cost:              $300
               
              SESSION II: 
              June 16 – June 20
                (No Camp June 19)
                 
                • Half Day Session                    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
                                          Cost:              $240

                 
                 

              • IB Extended Essay

                What makes an exceptional Extended Essay? How can students refine their research to meet academic standards while maintaining a personal voice? In this course, students will learn how to transform their Extended Essay drafts into polished, high-quality final products. Emphasizing the development of critical thinking, effective writing strategies, and mastery of formal academic conventions, this class will guide students through the revision process. Students will explore how to refine their arguments, enhance their analysis, and incorporate feedback to improve structure, coherence, and clarity. By studying examples of outstanding essays, conducting peer reviews, and engaging in hands-on workshops, students will gain practical tools to elevate their work. 
                • Open to Rising 12th Grade Students

                SESSION I: 
                June 9 – June 13
                   
                  • Half Day Session                    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
                                            Cost:              $300
                   
                   
                   
                   

                • Intro to Engineering Design and Modeling

                  Students will be introduced to the engineering design process to plan, sketch, and model solutions in response to a real-world scenario. They will engage in Tinkercad, an online design program, to create their 3-D designs and learn to bring them to life using 3-D printers. Students will also learn orthographic sketching techniques to visualize designs from different perspectives. Whether they dream of becoming future engineers, designers, or innovators, this course will inspire creativity and critical thinking through the power of design and technology.
                  • Open to Rising 7th Graders

                  SESSION III: 
                  June 23 – June 27
                     
                    • Half Day Session                    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
                                              Cost:              $300
                     
                     
                     
                     

                  • Leadership and Public Speaking

                    Leadership and Public Speaking prepares students for feeling more confident in their public speaking skills.  It will introduce students to lessons of effective communication and leadership. Students will develop their presentation skills through practicing various public speaking styles as well as learning tips for persuasion.
                    • Open to Rising 8th - 12th Grade Students

                    SESSION I: 
                    June 9 – June 13
                       
                      • Half Day Session                    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
                                                Cost:              $300
                       
                      SESSION II: 
                      June 16 – June 20
                        (No Camp June 19)
                         
                        • Half Day Session                    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
                                                  Cost:              $240

                         
                         

                      • Words in Motion: Crafting and Publishing Poetry and Short Stories

                        "Words in Motion," is an immersive and dynamic course designed for upper school students in grades 9-11 who are passionate about writing and eager to explore the world of poetry and short stories. This course will guide students through the creative process of writing, revising, and ultimately learning how to publish their work. For five days, students will engage in hands-on activities, peer collaboration, and insightful discussions that will enhance their writing skills and provide them with the creative tools necessary to share their stories with the world.

                        "Words in Motion" is not just a course; it is an opportunity for students to unleash their creativity, refine their writing skills, and gain confidence in sharing their work. By the end of this course, students will have a deeper understanding of the writing and publishing process, as well as a portfolio of their own poetry and short stories ready for submission. Join us on this exciting journey of words and imagination!

                        • Open to students in 9th - 11th Grade

                        SESSION III: 
                        June 23 – June 27
                           
                          • Half Day Session                    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
                                                    Cost:              $300

                           

                        • Write On: Improve My Writing Skills from Good to Great

                          Welcome to "Write On! Improve My Writing Skills from Good to Great," a dynamic and engaging course designed specifically for grades 8-10 students. This intensive 4-day course is designed to enhance the writing skills of students preparing to enter upper school to current upper school students who want to elevate their writing abilities. Each day focuses on specific writing skills such as annotations and preparation for the summer reading essay in the fall. The course will help students build organization and a strong essay structure. “Write On” will combine engaging instruction, hands-on activities, and peer collaboration to foster a love for writing, improve proficiency, and prepare students for their upcoming school year.  

                          • Open to students in 8th - 10th Grade

                          SESSION II: 
                          June 16 – June 20
                            (No Camp June 19)
                             
                            • Half Day Session                    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
                                                      Cost:              $240

                             

                          Athletics

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                          • Baseball

                            The Summer Baseball camp will be run by PTS Varsity Baseball Coach Howard Cuervo.  Training is tailored to help players reach their full performance ability and potential through drills that focus on the fundamentals of batting, fielding, base running, and defensive and offensive principles.  

                            The clinic is open to grades 1 - 8

                            SESSION I: 
                            June 9 – June 13
                               
                              • Full Day Session                    9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
                                                        Cost:              $350  (lunch included)
                               
                              SESSION II: 
                              June 16 – June 20
                                (No Camp June 19)
                                 
                                • Full Day Session                    9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
                                                          Cost:              $300  (lunch included)

                                SESSION III: 
                                June 23 – June 27
                                   
                                  • Full Day Session                    9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
                                                            Cost:              $350  (lunch included)

                                   
                                  Meet at the Baseball field. 

                                  REGISTER HERE
                                   

                                • Coed Basketball

                                  This Basketball Clinic will be run by Coach Manny Bloom and staff. Trainings are tailored to help players reach their full performance ability and potential through drills which focus on fundamentals, ball handling, shooting mechanics, defensive principles and conditioning. 

                                  The clinic is open to grades 1 - 8.

                                  SESSION I: 
                                  June 9 – June 13
                                     
                                    • Full Day Session                    9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
                                                              Cost:              $350  (lunch included)
                                     
                                    SESSION II: 
                                    June 16 – June 20
                                      (No Camp June 19)
                                       
                                      • Full Day Session                    9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
                                                                Cost:              $300  (lunch included)

                                      SESSION III: 
                                      June 23 – June 27
                                         
                                        • Full Day Session                    9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
                                                                  Cost:              $350  (lunch included)

                                        - Meet in the PTS Gymnasium

                                                                            REGISTER HERE

                                      • Coed Soccer

                                        Come out and kick it with us to develop, polish, or simply just have fun with the game of soccer.  Varsity Boys Soccer Coach Tunde Adeyemi will be implementing proper warm-up drills, team activities, and fun soccer games. This clinic consists of Group Stretch and Calisthenics Movements, Field Training (Solo Drills/Team Drills), and Creative Games and Competition!  This is a great way for your child to build confidence and learn teamwork while improving their soccer skills.  

                                        Camp is open to Grades 1 - 8.

                                        SESSION I: 
                                        June 9 – June 13
                                           
                                          • Full Day Session                    9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
                                                                    Cost:              $350  (lunch included)
                                           
                                          SESSION II: 
                                          June 16 – June 20
                                            (No Camp June 19)
                                             
                                            • Full Day Session                    9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
                                                                      Cost:              $300  (lunch included)

                                            SESSION III: 
                                            June 23 – June 27
                                               
                                              • Full Day Session                    9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
                                                                        Cost:              $350  (lunch included)
                                               
                                              Meet at the Kipp House 

                                              REGISTER HERE

                                            • Coed Tennis

                                              This Tennis Camp will be tailored to help players improve their skills, strategy, and fitness by playing tennis on the Palmer Trinity School courts.  Players will be grouped into similar skill levels in order to develop each player to their best potential while enjoying the great game of tennis.  Coach Kevin Chow will focus on teaching forehand, backhand, overhead, and serving, along with a strategy for playing singles and doubles tennis.

                                              The clinic is open to grades 1 - 8.

                                              SESSION I: 
                                              June 9 – June 13
                                                 
                                                • Half Day Session                    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
                                                                          Cost:              $250  
                                                 
                                                SESSION II: 
                                                June 16 – June 20
                                                  (No Camp June 19)
                                                   
                                                  • Half Day Session                    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
                                                                            Cost:              $200

                                                  SESSION III: 
                                                  June 23 – June 27
                                                     
                                                    • Half Day Session                    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
                                                                              Cost:              $250 

                                                    - Meet at the PTS Tennis Courts

                                                  • Football

                                                    This Football Camp will be run by Coach Mark Reece and staff. Training is tailored to help players reach their full performance ability and potential through drills that focus on fundamentals, footwork, mechanics, and conditioning. 

                                                    The camp is open to grades 1 - 8. 

                                                    SESSION I: 
                                                    June 9 – June 13
                                                       
                                                      • Half Day Session                    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
                                                                                Cost:              $250 
                                                       
                                                      SESSION II: 
                                                      June 16 – June 20
                                                        (No Camp June 19)
                                                         
                                                        • Half Day Session                    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
                                                                                  Cost:              $200  

                                                        SESSION III: 
                                                        June 23 – June 27
                                                           
                                                          • Half Day Session                    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
                                                                                    Cost:              $250  


                                                          - Meet at Kipp Field House

                                                                                                                                                        REGISTER HERE

                                                        • Girls Lacrosse

                                                          The clinic is open to grades 1 - 8.

                                                          SESSION I: 
                                                          June 9 – June 13
                                                             
                                                            • Half Day Session                    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
                                                                                      Cost:              $250  
                                                             
                                                            SESSION II: 
                                                            June 16 – June 20
                                                              (No Camp June 19)
                                                               
                                                              • Half Day Session                    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
                                                                                        Cost:              $200

                                                            • Girls Volleyball

                                                              The Palmer Trinity School Volleyball Camp is both exciting and fun for all. All demonstrations will be conducted by Coach Gonzalez.  William Gonzalez earned his Masters Degree in Sports Science and Physical Education in Havana, Cuba. He was Head Coach of the men's and women's teams at the University of Havana. Coach Gonzalez has been the Head Coach at Palmer Trinity School for the past 20 years. He took his team to the State Championship tournaments (2005 and 2016 semi-finals and 2008 and 2015 state runner-up) and won thirteen District Championships. Coach Gonzalez has also been chosen All-Dade Coach of the Year four times (04, 05, 08, 09 and 2015) by The Miami Herald and has been selected to receive the 2010 Coach of the Year Award at the state level in the sport of volleyball, for the NFHS (National Federation of State High School Associations). During the 2015 season, he was recognized for winning the 300th games of his coaching career at Palmer Trinity School.
                                                               
                                                              This camp will focus on individual skill development while introducing team concepts both offensively and defensively. Game tactics will be introduced through modified games, wash drills and 6 v 6. Players will be divided based on skill level for match play.  Previous experience is not necessary.
                                                               
                                                              Open to Grades 1 - 8.

                                                              SESSION I: 
                                                              June 9 – June 13
                                                                 
                                                                • Half Day Session                    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
                                                                                          Cost:              $250  
                                                                 

                                                                - Meet in the PTS Gymnasium

                                                                                                                                                                    REGISTER HERE

                                                              Additional Information

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                                                              • More Information

                                                                Pick up and Drop off:

                                                                  - Pick up and Drop off is only 15 minutes prior to the start time of the camp and no later than 15 minutes after program ends.

                                                                  - All indoor camps are to be dropped off at the PTS Gym 
                                                                  - All outdoor camps are to be dropped off at the Kipp Fieldhouse or Baseball field

                                                                Camp Cancellations:

                                                                  - Camp cancellation is subject to enrollment.  Notification will be one week prior to the start date of camp.

                                                                Rain Delay:

                                                                  - Classroom sessions will be provided for outdoor camps in case of weather delay.  Each coach will provide further information.

                                                                Lunch:

                                                                  - Lunch is included in the registration cost and served weekly from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm.


                                                                Trainer is available on site.

                                                              • Athletes - What to Bring

                                                                Please bring a sports bag with a water bottle, towel, and a small hand sanitizer.
                                                              Main Entrance: 8001 SW 184th Street, Miami, FL 33157
                                                              Mailing Address: 7900 SW 176th Street, Miami, FL 33157
                                                              Main:     305.251.2230
                                                              Admission:     305.969.4208