A Truly All-Inclusive Overnight Camp Experience
Your tuition at Camp Pontiac includes access to an extraordinary range of activities, instruction, amenities, and services designed to enrich every camper’s day. Families enjoy predictable pricing and peace of mind knowing the most important parts of camp life are fully covered.
What’s Included in Tuition
- Unlimited private and semi-private lessons across sports, swimming, and hobby areas
- Day trips (excluding select specialty trips such as Lake George or 6th-grade adventures)
- Canteen treats with no spending accounts or pre-loaded funds required
- Laundry service and towel service
- Staff gratuities (no end-of-summer tipping required)
- Transportation to and from the tri-state area
- Daily instruction, leagues, tournaments, and supervised free-play opportunities
- Waterfront and swim programming, plus optional included swim lessons
- Access to every major activity area: Athletics, STEM, Arts & Cooking, Adventure, Special Events, and more
* Clothing, overnight trips, and camp trunk delivery are the only additional costs.
The Pontiac Difference: Unlimited Private Lessons Included
One of the most defining features of Camp Pontiac tuition is unlimited access to private and semi-private lessons.
While many camps charge premium fees for individualized training, Pontiac includes it directly within tuition, allowing campers to advance skills, explore new interests, or gain targeted instruction without extra cost.
Lessons often take place during Rest Hour or General Swim, giving campers flexibility and individualized pathways. Whether your child wants to master a sport, sharpen a hobby, or develop confidence in the water, top-tier instructors are ready to guide them.
A Rich Variety of Activities to Explore
Camp Pontiac is built on the belief that camp should be a place where children discover new passions and deepen existing ones. Tuition includes full access to an unusually large range of activities, taught by best-in-class specialists, coaches, and instructors.
Some of the major activity groups include:
Adventure: Climbing walls, low and high ropes, outdoor adventure, and team-building initiatives
Athletics: Basketball, soccer, tennis, lacrosse, pickleball, and dozens of team and individual sports
Arts & Cooking: Woodshop, cooking, photography, ceramics, painting, digital arts, and more
STEM: Robotics, rocketry, coding, and hands-on science and engineering projects
Waterfront: Swimming instruction, boating, paddleboarding, aqua park fun, and lake activities
Special Events: Color Run, themed days, talent shows, college game day, special guest programming, and evening activities
Campers are guided by trained professionals, certified coaches, and skilled hobby instructors, ensuring they feel safe, supported, and excited each day.
Personalized Programming That Evolves As Campers Grow
As campers progress through the program, their daily schedule becomes increasingly personalized.
- Younger campers explore a broad mix of activities to build confidence, curiosity, and exposure to new skills.
- Older campers can choose advanced clinics, participate in competitive leagues, train more seriously in athletics or arts, and fine-tune niche interests with additional instruction.
Pontiac’s developmental approach ensures every camper grows with camp, year after year.
A Look at the Daily Schedule
Camp Pontiac’s daily structure balances activity, instruction, play, rest, and social time. Every day is intentionally designed to help campers thrive physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Sample Daily Schedule
| 7:50am: | Reveille (wake-up) |
| 8:15am: | Morning Lineup (announcements) & flag-raising |
| 8:35am: | Breakfast |
| 9:00am: | Clean Up |
| 9:50am – 1:00pm: | Three morning activities with AM snack |
| 1:15pm: | Lunch |
| 1:45pm: | Rest Hour or optional extra athletic instruction (at no extra charge) |
| 2:45pm – 4:45pm: | Two afternoon activities with PM snack |
| 5:00pm: | General Swim through grade 6 (optional general swim, extra sports, or relaxation for 7th grade and up) |
| 5:30pm: | Shower Hour (clean up for dinner) |
| 6:15pm: | Evening Lineup (announcements) & flag-lowering |
| 6:30pm: | Dinner |
| 7:00pm: | Free Play |
| 8:00pm: | Evening Activity and Canteen |
| 9:00pm – 11:45pm: | Back to cabins & lights out (curfew is age-dependent) |
This structure gives campers a consistent routine, plenty of instructional time, and fun social blocks throughout the day.
Inside the 50-Minute Activity Periods
Pontiac’s curriculum is structured around 50-minute instructional periods, providing campers sufficient time for meaningful learning and hands-on experience.
These periods may include:
- Activity Instruction: Dedicated sport or hobby instruction
- Selective: A camper-chosen activity for game play, hobbies, or individual sports
- Clinic: Six consecutive days of specialized instruction in a chosen activity
- Rest Hour: A break or optional private lesson time
- Leagues: Age-appropriate, structured gameplay in team sports
- Waterfront: Swim lessons, boating, or lake activities
- Hobbies: STEM, arts, cooking, model-making, photography, woodworking, and more
- Academy: For 5th grade and up, a double-clinic option in areas like tennis, basketball, or soccer for focused, advanced instruction
- Sports Plus Programs: Included private or semi-private swim lessons
With so many choices, every camper can design a day that reflects their interests and goals.
FAQs
- What does Camp Pontiac tuition include?
Camp Pontiac tuition covers a full range of activities, unlimited private lessons, day trips, canteen access, laundry and towel service, staff gratuities, transportation from the tri-state area, and daily instructional programming. Only clothing, overnight trips, and trunk delivery are additional.
- Are private lessons included in Camp Pontiac tuition?
Yes. Camp Pontiac offers unlimited private and semi-private lessons in athletics, swimming, and hobby areas at no extra cost, which is a major differentiator from many other camps.
- Are there any surprise fees or extra charges?
No. Pontiac is designed as a true all-inclusive camp. The only additional costs are clothing, overnight trips, and optional trunk delivery. All core experiences and services are included in tuition.
- What types of activities are available to campers?
Campers enjoy a diverse mix of athletics, arts, cooking, STEM, waterfront programs, adventure activities, tournaments, clinics, and hobby instruction. The variety is intentionally wide to help campers discover new interests and build confidence.
- Is transportation included in Camp Pontiac tuition?
Yes. Tuition includes round-trip transportation to and from the tri-state area, allowing families to enjoy a seamless and stress-free start and end to the camp session.
