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Westhampton Riverhead, NY

Swim Camp

at Suffolk County Community College Eastern Campus

Ages 6 - 16

June 29th through August 21st

2026 Registration is now OPEN!

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CONFIDENCE IN EVERY STROKE

Future Stars Swim Camp combines high-level skill development with the energy and fun of summer camp. Designed for recreational swimmers looking to improve, the program follows a progressive curriculum aligned with American Red Cross standards. Campers are grouped by ability to ensure safe, focused, and effective instruction.

Our expert coaches develop individualized training plans to improve each of the four competitive strokes, with attention to technique, conditioning, and race strategy. Each day includes structured pool training, dry-land conditioning, and swim-based games that keep athletes engaged and motivated. Emphasis is placed on refining stroke mechanics, sharpening starts and turns, and building the strength and endurance needed for peak performance.

With small group instruction and a low swimmer-to-coach ratio, athletes receive personalized feedback and measurable progress. Using exceptional on-campus facilities, including an indoor pool, Swim Camp provides a supportive environment where swimmers gain confidence, elevate performance, and reach their full potential.

 

locationsSummer Day Camp 
121 Speonk Riverhead Rd, Riverhead, NY 11949

June - August: (631) 548-3527
September - May: (631) 287-6707
email: whrh@fscamps.com

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Swim Camp Facilities at Westhampton Riverhead

  • Collegiate athletic facilities
  • 25-yard indoor heated swimming pool
  • Multi-purpose outdoor fields and spaces for recreational activities
  • Air-conditioned gymnasium
  • Water park to cool off and have fun
  • Various water and shade stations to cool off and take breaks

Building Skills That Last Beyond Swim Camp

  • Technical Training – Strengthen core swimming mechanics with focused, skill-building instruction
  • Stroke Fundamentals – Develop proper body position, pull patterns, and efficiency in the water
  • Kick Sets – Improve leg strength, speed, and balance through targeted kicking drills
  • Starts and Turns – Practice fast, explosive starts and smooth, time-saving turns
  • Race Strategy – Learn pacing, breathing patterns, and tactics for smarter racing
  • All Strokes – Build confidence and technique in freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly
  • Performance Analysis – Receive feedback and corrections to refine technique and boost overall performance
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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)
Swim
Jun 29 - Jul 3
6 - 16
$850
$800
Swim
Jul 6 - Jul 10
6 - 16
$850
$800
Swim
Jul 13 - Jul 17
6 - 16
$850
$800
Swim
Jul 20 - Jul 24
6 - 16
$850
$800
Swim
Jul 27 - Jul 31
6 - 16
$850
$800
Swim
Aug 3 - Aug 7
6 - 16
$850
$800
Swim
Aug 10 - Aug 14
6 - 16
$850
$800
Swim
Aug 17 - Aug 21
6 - 16
$850
$800

Additional Services

Sibling Discount:
Save $25/wk (after first child) (ends 5/30)

Lunch:
$85/wk

Character Education at Future Stars

S.T.A.R.S. stands for Safety, Teamwork, Attitude, Responsibility, and Sportsmanship. These interconnected values define what it means to be part of the Future Stars family and show campers how one positive choice can strengthen the whole community. By understanding and practicing these values, campers learn the impact they can have on their team, their peers, and the world they live in.

Each day, our professional coaches and educators highlight one value through fun, hands-on activities. Campers discuss why it matters and put it into practice in games, challenges, and outdoor adventures. Whether on the baseball field, in a chess match, or on a paddle board, we help every camper develop the skills and confidence to shine as a Future Star in any community.

 

SWIM CAMP DAILY SCHEDULE

9:00 am: Orientation / Warmup

9:15 am: Technical stroke work & analysis

10:15 am: Lap work, kick sets, starts, turns

11:15 am: Dry land training, field play

12:15 pm: Lunch

1:15 pm: Dry land training / plyometrics

2:00 pm: Swim games / gala & race stategy

3:45 pm: Wrap up 

4:00 pm: Departure

Daily activities and times are subject to change.

Testimonials

“Future Stars is an amazing sports camp! The counselors and staff are super knowledgeable and really know how to work with kids. The atmosphere is fun, positive, and energetic—perfect for helping kids build their skills. They focus on both development and having a great time, which is the best combo. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a top-notch sports camp experience!”

 

- Erica L.

“My daughter had such a great time at camp! The coaches had so much enthusiasm that it made my daughter want to come to camp every day. She even asked if she could add on another week.”

- Michael E. Title Here

“We appreciate the focus on safety, with qualified coaches and counselors ensuring that kids are well-supervised and supported throughout their time there. Future Stars is an excellent choice for young athletes who want to improve their skills, make lasting memories, and build confidence both on and off the field.”

- Samalid P.

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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