In the far northeastern realm of the United States, where the sun first peeks its golden rays over the horizon, lies the enchanting land of Maine. This magical environment, often blanketed with snow in winter and dotted with radiant wildflowers come summer, is home to many adventurous kids who have a special love for flipping, twisting, and twirling - yes, you guessed it, Gymnastics! In the heart of Maine, there's a mystical gymnasium, unlike any other. Here, the children don't just perform gymnastics, they live it, they breathe it, they dream about it. One of these kids is a spunky little fella named Zippy Zeke. Zeke isn't like most boys. He has a secret power- he can turn anything into a springy panel for flips and bounds. A tree stump, a park bench, even a pancake stack at breakfast – Zippy Zeke simply can't resist a good somersault! With his wild, red hair always sticking up, as if he's permanently mid-flip, Zippy is the epitome of Maine's gymnastics spirit. He's funny, full of life, and always up for a good laugh. He keeps the energy in the gymnasium high. He often uses his lobster friend, Larry, as his assistant, who willingly turns into a cartwheeling sidekick. Yes, you heard that right - a gymnastic lobster! Together, they inspire all the other kids to passionately twirl on the balance beam, somersault on the floor, and swing on the bars. The kids in Maine don't just love gymnastics; they experience gymnastics in a magical, quirky, Zippy Zeke kind of way!
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What began in a humble New York City apartment with just a single student, Spark, has since blossomed into an enriching program impacting thousands of children. Our unique educational approach combines the elements of art, yoga, meditation, and nature to create a holistic learning environment. This distinctive blend is what sets Spark apart, allowing us to reach and inspire a multitude of children in truly meaningful ways. With an array of offerings to accommodate various schedules and needs, Spark has something for everyone. Our services extend beyond the standard after school and weekend classes to include holiday and summer camps, birthday parties, portfolio preparation, private classes, and custom pods. We also welcome homeschool groups and are thrilled to announce the recent addition of a forest school program to our repertoire. You can find Spark on-site in various schools and at our main studio located in the Upper West Side. But we're not stopping there - we're also planning to expand to the Upper East Side and Brooklyn. For our families in Pennsylvania, we run the program from our family studio there. And if you're not in close proximity to any of our locations, don't worry. We offer in-home instruction and virtual options to ensure that Spark can reach you, no matter where you are. We invite you to explore all the ways you can experience Spark and look forward to helping bring our program to you.
At Camp Tapawingo, we are a close-knit family of campers and staff members. We share in the joys of our collective experiences, celebrate our differences, and hold one another accountable to our philosophy and culture. Our campers learn to camp, paddle the lazy Saco River, and explore the rugged trails of Maine in preparation for more challenging hikes and white water rafting. Through our camp community, our campers build strong connections and deep relationships that will last a lifetime. At Camp Tapawingo, we believe in the value of exploration and adventure. We provide our campers with the opportunity to discover the beauty of the Maine outdoors, from the lazy Saco River to the summit of Mount Katahdin. With trips to the Ogunquit region of the Maine coast and Montreal, our campers are exposed to a variety of experiences to help them grow and develop. Our campers leave Camp Tapawingo with a sense of belonging and a wealth of memories. By fostering a camp community that encourages open communication, mutual respect, and accountability, we create an atmosphere that allows our campers to create deep relationships and lasting connections.