

One of the highlights of the TEC Experience is our Specialty Camp and Academy Programs, which provide our campers with an opportunity to customize part of their summer. We have geared this program so that the beginner, as well as the advanced camper, will be able to learn in a fun-filled environment.
We are excited to welcome Coach Tom LaNeve and the Eastern Shore Youth Program into the Trail’s End Community to run our Flag Football Camp this summer. Tom has been involved with NFL FLAG since 1997. During that time, he has executed football clinics for NFL Europe, NFL China and 25 NFL Teams, including the Jets, Eagles and Ravens. Tom also coached 5 teams to the NFL FLAG finals, including a girls’ team 3 years in a row. He is the Baltimore Ravens Youth Football coach and lead football instructor since 1998. Tom’s staff have assisted him in countless flag clinics over the years teaching the game in a fun and fast paced manner. With the growth of flag for girls’ nationally at the high school and collegiate levels, Tom was the lead instructor for the college showcases and flag clinics across the country. Recently, in 2023, Tom created the rules for the newly imagined Pro Bowl Games. He was instrumental in preparing the players and coaches for the transition to flag and new exciting format around the Pro Bowl. Coach Tom and his staff will run a 3-day clinic focusing on the fundamentals of flag football, using individual, group and team drills finishing with game play.
Campers will receive 4 hours of instruction each day
Balance Gymnastics is back again this summer and will run our 3-day Gymnastics Camp. Katie Firmstone, Director of Balance Gymnastics, has over 40 years of experience as a college athlete, coach and national judge. Her team of instructors have been involved in the sport as former JO competitive gymnasts and have been successfully coaching Excel/JO and recreational athletes. They bring their vast knowledge and enthusiasm to work with our campers!
During this mini-camp, focus will be based on implementing drills to assist with skill development/progressions in a positive and uplifting environment, while building self-confidence. This camp is designed for both beginners and more advanced gymnasts.
Campers will receive 4 hours of instruction each day
We are excited to announce that East Side Dance Company will be returning this summer to lead our Dance Camp. East Side Dance is recognized as the number one hip hop focused dance studio on the Upper East Side of New York City. Founded by Trammell Logan and Darron Singleton in 2014, ESDC focuses on teaching children the hip hop foundation and choreography while working to harness each student's unique talent. Their mission is to create a safe, judgment-free space, encourage self-expression and serve as a creative outlet through dance. During this 5-day camp, ESDC we will teach the fundamentals of hip hop, choreograph dance routines, and prepare for our summer dance competitions.
Campers will receive 90 minutes of instruction each day for 5 days
We are happy to have Jesse Winter and Trevor Stark from Level Up LI return to TEC in 2025 to run our 3-day Basketball Camp. Level Up LI is one of the fastest growing youth travel AAU basketball programs in the tri-state area. They offer competitive teams, camps, clinics and training for boys and girls of all ages and skill levels. One of their main missions is to focus on player and team development and to help their players reach their full potential. All their coaches and trainers excelled at the college level, as well as being affiliated with the Junior Knicks. Jesse, the Program Director, was an All-American and is currently #2 in scoring and assists all time at SUNY Cortland. Trevor Stark is the Boys Director and was a 1,000-point scorer at Hilbert College. Both also played professionally overseas in Israel.
Level Up LI will run a 3-day camp focusing on skill development, such as in-game moves, on-court decision making, ball handling, shooting, etc. It will be a fast-paced, high energy environment where kids will be challenged to learn through competitive drills, station work, situational play and gameplay. To see more check them out at levelupli.com or on social media @levelup_li.
Campers will receive 4 hours of instruction each day
The Woodloch Springs Golf Camp is a great complement to our TEC Golf Program. Under the supervision of John Pillar, Director of Golf at the Woodloch Resort, professionals will work on each camper's golf swing, including driving, chipping and putting.
TEC Amateur Golf Program - this is designed for the beginner. The 4-lesson program will be held at TEC and taught by Woodloch Directors
TEC Tour Player Golf Program - this is designed for the advanced beginner/intermediate player. The 4-lesson program will be held at Woodloch and taught by Woodloch Directors
TEC Professional Tour Program - this is designed for the advanced player who has experience on a golf course. This 4 day on-course instruction program will be held at Woodloch and run by John Pillar, PGA, and Woodloch Director of Golf
Space is limited to 40 campers of all ages
Academy Programs
Hoop Lab will be returning to TEC this summer, which is an extension to the Level Up Basketball Camp.
Hoop Lab isn't your average basketball program. It is dedicated to taking your child's skills to the next level, with a focus on:
- Individualized Training: their experienced coaches will create a personalized plan to address your child's strengths and weaknesses, making them a more well-rounded player
- Skill Development: this will go beyond drills. Their curriculum emphasizes mastering the fundamentals and advanced techniques to dominate on the court
- Competitive Edge: your child will learn to thrive under pressure through scrimmages and game-like situations, building confidence and composure
- More Than Basketball: they foster a positive and supportive environment that values teamwork, sportsmanship, and a love for the game
Hoop Lab's team of Coach B, Coach Winston and Coach Claxton are a group of passionate professionals with a proven track record. Each of them brings extensive experience, from training current and former pro-players to years of professional development on building a well-defined training curriculum. They're dedicated to helping your child reach their full potential, both on and off the court. To see more check them out at www.hooplaboratory.com
Tennis continues to be one of the more popular activities at Trail's End. As the interest has grown, we have taken steps to enhance our program to meet the needs of our campers. Our long-time Director, Monica Briceno, will once again lead our Tennis Academy. Coach Monica, a PTR certified instructor, has spent many years teaching beginners the fundamentals of the game, as well as further developing the skills of advanced high school and college level players. Monica grew up playing and training under the direction of top instructors, including Rick Macci, Chris Everett and Nick Bollettieri. She competed at a collegiate level against some of the best women in the country.
Coach Monica has designed the TEC Academy to provide both beginner and advanced players with consistent weekly high-level instruction, on- court conditioning, and match play strategy.
The popularity of youth soccer has grown significantly over the past few years and many of our campers play soccer at the travel level at home. As a result, we are offering the Trail's End Soccer Academy, which will give campers an opportunity for semi-private (or private if requested) weekly trainings led by the Trail's End Soccer Director Emilio Beltrán Ruiz. Emilio played club soccer in Spain for 13 years before furthering his career at the collegiate level in the US, where he reached the National Tournament and captained his team his senior year, being named to the All-Tournament Team.
Trail's End Baseball Director, Ernis Arias, will be back for his 4th summer leading our Baseball Academy sessions throughout the summer. Coach Arias has coached college baseball and has served as baseball coordinator in Prospects' Academies in his native country of Venezuela. He has also led the under- 23 Peruvian National Team as a head coach and worked as the infield/hitting coach for the adult national team at the Lima 2019 Pan American Games. Coach Arias' area of expertise is rooted in player development of all ages.
We introduced our Lax Academy in 2023 and it was a huge success. With the growth of lacrosse across all ages, we will continue to offer semi-private (or private) Lacrosse Academy sessions throughout the summer for both beginner and advanced level campers who want to work on new skills, techniques, and game fundamentals.
