Camp · Specialty · Ages 12–18 · $1,748/week
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▌ Specialty · Ages 12–18

Intermediate Skills Intensive

Smirkus Camp · $1,748/week

An intensive circus program for intermediate teens to hone specific skills and develop advanced techniques.

▌ Editor's read The website loads successfully and provides detailed information about Circus Smirkus camps, including the Intermediate Skills Intensive. Circus Smirkus is a non-profit organization founded by Rob Mermin in 1987, indicating 40 years of operation. The camp is an overnight program for ages 10-18, focusing on circus arts. While not ACA accredited, the website states that 'all staff undergo background checks' and highlights a dedicated health center with a registered nurse. Google reviews for 'Circus Smirkus' show a strong 4.9-star rating from 163 reviews, with many praising the unique experience and supportive environment. Social media handles @smirkus on Instagram and 'smirkus' on Facebook are active. The camp's focus on specific circus skills and its long-standing history suggest a well-established and specialized program.
Since 198640+ years operating
Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

Who thrives here Ages 12–18

Intermediate Skills Intensive serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in specialty, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1986 (40 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 12–18
  • Hours: full_day
  • Address: 1 Circus Rd, Greensboro, VT 05841, USA
  • Phone: 802-533-7443
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD, 2-week camp, total $3495

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Intermediate Skills Intensive

What ages does Intermediate Skills Intensive accept?
Intermediate Skills Intensive is open to children ages 12–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Intermediate Skills Intensive cost?
Intermediate Skills Intensive publishes $1,748/week for the standard session. USD, 2-week camp, total $3495 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Intermediate Skills Intensive's hours?
Intermediate Skills Intensive runs full_day. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Intermediate Skills Intensive?
Intermediate Skills Intensive is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 40 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Intermediate Skills Intensive provide lunch?
Yes — Intermediate Skills Intensive includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does Intermediate Skills Intensive compare to other specialty camps in Greensboro?
Intermediate Skills Intensive is one of 16 specialty camps in Greensboro that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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