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Brentwood, NY

Magic Camp

at Suffolk Community College

Ages 8 - 15

August 10th through August 14th

2026 Registration is now OPEN!

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THE ART OF ILLUSION STARTS HERE

Future Stars Magic Camp invites campers to step behind the curtain and explore the secret world of magicians. From beginners to those with some experience, campers learn hands-on tricks and illusions across a variety of magical styles, including stage, parlor, street, close-up, and sleight-of-hand. They will practice card tricks, coin magic, rope illusions, mind-reading games, improvisation, and performance techniques, discovering which styles spark their own magical flair.

Guided by passionate instructors, campers receive both group and individual instruction, learning not just tricks but the art of presenting them. Along the way, they build creativity, confidence, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities, all through fun, interactive lessons and demonstrations. By the end of the week, each camper leaves with a deeper appreciation for the craft and the skills to continue practicing magic on their own.

Campers will go home with some magic devices to impress friends and family outside of camp. Our staff encourages participants to practice at home to refine the skills learned each day.

locationsSummer Day Camp 
1001 Crooked Hill Rd, Brentwood NY 11717

phone: 631-646-2267
email: suffolk@fscamps.com

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Magic Camp Facilities at Brentwood

  • Air-conditioned collegiate classrooms
  • Professional magic equipment
  • Grass athletic fields
  • 25-yard indoor heated swimming pool for daily swim
  • Grass athletic fields for recreational activities
  • Various water and shade stations to cool off and take breaks

Building Skills That Last Beyond Magic Camp

  • Card Tricks – Master sleight-of-hand techniques and clever routines while building dexterity and confidence
  • Improv Skills – Learn to think on your feet, engage your audience, and perform with creativity
  • Street Magic – Develop quick thinking, audience interaction, and confidence performing up close
  • Coin Magic – Hone precision, timing, and hand-eye coordination with impressive coin routines
  • Stage Illusions – Explore large-scale tricks, teamwork, and the showmanship required for captivating performances
  • Historical Magic – Discover the fascinating history of magic and learn classic tricks that shaped the art
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2026 Dates & Rates

Find the camp week that fits your schedule.

Program
Date
Age
Weekly
Price
SAVE
3+weeks
(per wk)
Magic
Aug 10 - Aug 14
8 - 15
$700
$650

Additional Services

Extended Day:
Early Drop-Off $80/wk, Late Pick-Up $80/wk

Sibling Discount:
Save $25/wk (after first child)

Lunch:
$80/wk

Directions to Future Stars Suffolk

Directions to the Suffolk Federal Credit Union Arena at Suffolk Community College, Grant Campus:

From the East or West: Take the Long Island Expressway (I-495) to Exit 53 (Sagtikos Parkway/Wicks Road). Follow signs to Wicks Road. Go south 1/2 mile on Wicks Road to campus entrance on right.

MAGIC CAMP DAILY SCHEDULE

9:00 am: Orientation

9:30 am: Magic Skills and Tricks Session I

11:00 am: Magic Performance Skills

12:15 pm: Lunch

1:15 pm: Recreational Swim

2:15 pm: Field Play

3:00 pm: Magic Skills and Tricks Session II

4:00 pm: Departure

Daily activities and times are subject to change.

Testimonials

“My kids have been attending this camp for several years now and we love recommending it to others. The team is wonderful and we are so happy to have found this awesome camp, a true gem!”

- Ethan B.

“Future Stars truly is something special. Our children developed skills, confidence, friendships, and most importantly woke up everyday excited to go to camp.”

- Danielle G.

“Future Stars was the highlight of my kids' summer! What really impressed me was how they tailored things to different skill levels without making anyone feel left out.”

- Alex H.

Meet the Director

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Charlie VanDercook

Director of Operations and Director for Purchase College since 1993

 

Charlie co-founded Future Stars Camps and served as the very first Camp Director when the program launched in 1980. With more than four decades of experience leading camps, he has been shaping meaningful youth experiences from the very beginning.

A lifelong athlete, Charlie played tennis in high school, in college, and on the 1976 WATCH circuit before turning to coaching. He went on to serve as Director of Tennis at Banksville Racket Club, Westhampton Bath & Tennis, Hampton Athletic Club, and Green Hollow Tennis Club.

Today, as Director of Operations and Director for Purchase College, Charlie combines his collegiate athletic background, deep coaching expertise, and proven leadership to create a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment for every camper.

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