Chicago is the world capital of improvisation and sketch comedy, and The Second City is in the heart of it. For fifty years The Second City has created a wealth of comedic material from a legendary group of performers. The Training Center follows the traditions developed by these groundbreaking and innovative men and women while encouraging the continued growth and development of the art form. Today, The Second City Training Center is the largest school of improvisation and sketch comedy in the world. ...

Spend part of your summer at The Second City where you can work out your creative muscles in our improvisation camps for ages 9-17. The Second City has launched the careers of countless actors, writers, directors and producers, and has influenced American comedy like no other theater. Our summer programs attract students from all over the country and abroad. Learn new skills and meet new friends. Students are grouped by age. Camps are held at The Second City Training Centers in Chicago, Detroit, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, New York and Toronto. Programs and schedules vary by location. ...

Our purpose is to enrich young people's lives by offering a life experience in a challenging and supportive environment. ...

The Road Less Traveled offers Service Learning, Language and Service, Adventure Expeditions, Global Perspectives, Leadership Training programs for students ages 13-19 in some of the most spectacular places on earth. Explore our website to find out what we have to offer you - the summer experience of a lifetime! ...

The Language Stars mission is to revolutionize how and when American children learn foreign language to foster a future generation of multilingual Americans. ...

Camp Webster mixes environmental awareness with traditional camp programming. At Camp Webster, summer camp provides both a sense of adventure and the opportunity for personal growth. ...

Our professional instructors have years of experience and can help aspiring ball players get the competitive advantage! ...

Located in gorgeous Tuscany, Florence is one of the most vibrant, vital cities in all of Italy, if not all of Europe! Your stay in Florence puts you in the midst of a legendary landscape renowned for creative accomplishment and architectural triumph. You'll explore a timeless city that has been home to history's greatest artists, including Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci. Today, Florence has become the embodiment of modern Italian style and sophistication.

Fabulous Florence – A City Like No Other!
With hundreds of famous museums, galleries, cathedrals and more, Florence remains the spiritual capital of the Renaissance. But don't think Florence is stuck in the past. Today, its quaint squares buzz with Vespas, shoppers stroll the piazzas in search of the latest styles, and countless trattorias are alive with conversation and amazing cuisine. This has made Florence the living heart of the Tuscan lifestyle. ...

A Summer of All-American Cities & All-Star Schools

Home to our country's oldest and most prestigious institutions of higher learning, the great schools of the Northeast set the standard. These college campuses are unmatched – some are even older than the United States itself! ACA's Three-City College Advantage Program let's you spend a week at George Washington University, The University of Pennsylvania, and Boston College. Each of these schools is renowned for its academic excellence, athletic prowess, outstanding recreational resources, and world-class research facilities. Students who want a real immersion in what life at a top-caliber college is like will find this experience is unrivaled! ...

Costa Rica and Panama are two of the most incredible countries in all of the Americas – ecological wonderlands that offer lush tropical jungles, beautiful beaches, and incredible natural wonders. Whether you crave adventure, are looking for fulfilling community service opportunities, or want to relax under the sun, Costa Rica and Panama offer something for everyone! ...