Summer Classes Built to Launch Grades 6–12
In-person enrichment at Bendheim Western Greenwich Civic Center plus live online Zoom classes — test prep, life skills, self-defense, acting, and real-world trades. Small groups. Expert instructors. Results that matter.
Top In-Person Summer Classes
All classes held at Bendheim Western Greenwich Civic Center. A second child in the same class receives a 20% discount.
SAT Prep Class
Taught by Mickey Allen — perfect SAT 1600, Ivy Bound since 2002. Covers all SAT sections with proven strategies, timed drills, and score-boosting techniques.
SSAT / ISEE Essentials
Preparing for private high school? This course introduces middle schoolers to the SSAT and ISEE — verbal reasoning, reading comprehension, and math.
Public Speaking
Taught by Robert Resnikoff — a professional actor and communication coach with nearly 20 years at Ivy Bound. Learn to speak with confidence, structure thoughts clearly, and captivate any audience. Age 14+.
Study Skills
Taught by Noah Park — an executive functioning coach specializing in study systems and time management. Faster reading, smarter memorization, mental math, and digital note-taking. Students leave with a system they will use for years.
Fundamentals of Self-Defense
Taught by Mickey Allen — a certified defensive tactics instructor who trains organizations across the country. Practical, hands-on techniques against punches, grabs, and more. Ages 12+.
Audition Prep for Youth Actors
Taught by Robert Resnikoff — a professional actor who has directed Shakespeare academies and taught at Wesleyan University. Build confidence with monologues, scenes, and cold reads. Ages 10+.
Summer 2026 Class Schedule
All times Eastern. Location: Bendheim Western Greenwich Civic Center, Greenwich, CT.
July — Week 1
| Time | Class | Grade Level | Price | Enroll |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30–11:50 AM | Audition Prep for Youth Actors Monologues, cold reads & audition technique |
Grades 6–12 | $235 | Enroll |
| 10:00–11:55 AM | Intro to Geometry Shapes, angles, area & SAT geometry preview |
Grades 6–10 | $235 | Enroll |
| 2:00–3:30 PM | SSAT/ISEE Essentials Private school test prep for middle schoolers |
Grades 6–8 | $235 | Enroll |
| 12:05–1:55 PM | GRE / GMAT Essentials Verbal reasoning & quant for future grad students |
Grades 11–12 | $235 | Enroll |
| 4:25–5:45 PM | Defense Against Weapons Taught by Mickey Allen · Ages 12+ |
Grades 6–12 | $275 | Enroll |
July — Week 2
| Time | Class | Grade Level | Price | Enroll |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30–11:50 AM | Audition Prep for Youth Actors Monologues, cold reads & audition technique |
Grades 6–12 | $235 | Enroll |
| 10:30–11:50 AM | Fundamentals of Self-Defense Taught by Mickey Allen · Ages 12+ |
Grades 6–12 | $275 | Enroll |
| 10:00–11:55 AM | Public Speaking Confidence, clarity & audience presence · Age 14+ |
Grades 8–12 | $235 | Enroll |
July — Week 3
| Time | Class | Grade Level | Price | Enroll |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30–11:50 AM | Suzuki Method Actor Training Physical & vocal training for serious performers |
Grades 6–12 | $235 | Enroll |
| 10:30–11:50 AM | Fundamentals of Self-Defense Taught by Mickey Allen · Ages 12+ |
Grades 6–12 | $275 | Enroll |
| 2:00–3:30 PM | Board & Card Games: Unplugged Play Strategy, teamwork & screen-free fun |
Grades 6–12 | $235 | Enroll |
SAT Intensive SAT Intensive
August — Weeks 1–4
| Dates | Class | Grade Level | Price | Enroll |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 4–7 · 2:00–3:30 PM | Study Skills Reading speed, memory & test-taking systems |
Grades 6–12 | $235 | Enroll |
| Aug 4–7 · 12:05–1:55 PM | GRE / GMAT Essentials Verbal reasoning & quant for future grad students |
Grades 11–12 | $235 | Enroll |
| Aug 10–14 & Aug 17–19 · 10:00 AM–1:15 PM | SAT Prep Class (Option 2) All SAT sections · proven strategies & score gains |
Grades 9–12 | $1,550 | Enroll |
| Aug 18–21 · 10:15–11:55 AM | Intro to Geometry Shapes, angles, area & SAT geometry preview |
Grades 6–10 | $235 | Enroll |
| Aug 18–21 · 2:00–3:30 PM | Study Skills Reading speed, memory & test-taking systems |
Grades 6–12 | $235 | Enroll |
| Aug 18–21 · 2:00–3:30 PM | Board & Card Games: Unplugged Play Strategy, teamwork & screen-free fun |
Grades 6–12 | $235 | Enroll |
| Aug 19–22 · 12:15–1:55 PM | Emergency Situation Preparedness Crisis response, 911 calls & first responder skills |
Grades 6–12 | $275 | Enroll |
| Aug 25–28 · 10:00–11:55 AM | Public Speaking Confidence, clarity & audience presence · Age 14+ |
Grades 8–12 | $235 | Enroll |
| Aug 25–28 · 6:05–7:55 PM | LSAT Essentials Logic & reading comp for pre-law seniors |
Grades 11–12 | $235 | Enroll |
Meet Your Instructors
Blue Collar Skills — Live on Zoom
Real-world, hands-on skills that most schools never teach. Join live on Zoom from anywhere. Grades 6–12.
Home Repair & DIY Essentials
The practical skills every young person should know before heading off to college — but almost no school teaches.
- How to safely use common hand tools and power tools
- Patching drywall, fixing leaky faucets, and unclogging drains
- Reading a tape measure and understanding basic measurements
- Changing a tire, jumping a car battery, and basic car maintenance
- Understanding circuit breakers and when to call a professional
- Live Q&A with an experienced tradesperson each session
Financial Literacy & Money Moves for Teens
The money skills that will matter more than almost anything else your child learns this summer.
- How to open and manage a bank account and debit card
- Understanding credit scores and how to build one early
- Budgeting basics: the 50/30/20 rule and how to actually use it
- Introduction to investing: stocks, index funds, and compound interest
- How to make money as a teen — freelancing, side hustles, and more
- Taxes 101: what W-2s, 1099s, and filing actually mean
What Makes These Classes Different
Every class is designed to deliver real, usable skills — not busywork.
Expert Instructors
Every class is led by a vetted professional — test prep directors, communication coaches, martial arts experts, and tradespeople with decades of real-world experience.
Small Groups Only
We cap enrollment to keep class sizes small. Every student gets attention, feedback, and the chance to ask questions — not just sit and listen.
Grades 6–12 Focused
Content, pacing, and examples are built specifically for middle and high schoolers — not watered-down adult material or oversimplified kids' content.
4-Day Intensive Format
Concentrated 4-day sessions mean students build momentum fast and leave with skills they can use immediately — without a months-long commitment.
Sibling Discount
A second child enrolled in the same class receives a 20% discount. Because learning is better together — and so is saving money.
Greenwich Location
In-person classes are held at the Bendheim Western Greenwich Civic Center — a convenient, professional setting right in the heart of Greenwich, CT.
What Greenwich Families Are Saying
My daughter took the SAT Prep class with Mickey Allen and her score jumped 160 points. He was patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about her progress. Worth every penny.
My son did the Self-Defense class with Mickey Allen and came home talking about it every day. He felt so much more confident and aware. We signed up for the next session immediately.
The Study Skills class with Noah Park completely changed how my daughter approaches school. She reads faster, takes better notes, and actually feels in control of her workload now. Ivy Bound delivers.
Robert Resnikoff is an incredible teacher. My son was terrified of public speaking and after just four days he gave a presentation at school without any nerves. The difference was night and day.
We enrolled our daughter in the Audition Prep class with Robert Resnikoff before her high school musical audition. She got a lead role. We cannot recommend this class enough.
Ivy Bound has been a part of our family for years. My older son used them for SAT prep and my younger daughter just finished the Study Skills class. Both kids came out ahead. Small classes make all the difference.
Ready to Make This Summer Count?
Spots fill fast — classes require a minimum of 6 students to run. Reserve your seat today and lock in your summer schedule.
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