Sports Photography Workshop in New York City
Our Sports photography workshop is an immersive, hands-on training experience that puts you in real sports environments where you’ll learn to capture fast-paced action, improve your technical skills, and build a professional portfolio. Led by experienced sports photographers, this small-group workshop combines live event shooting, expert instruction, and access to professional gear from Sony and Westcott Lighting.
Learn the Art of Sports Photography
2027 Dates TBD | New York, NY
Tuition: $2,795 | Deposit: $600
Deposit due upon registration, full tuition due 120 days before the workshop. Workshop limited to 8 participants.
Step inside the world of sports photography with Summit Workshops for an immersive three-day experience capturing live competition, creating compelling athlete portraits, and learning from photographers who have worked at the highest levels of the industry.
With a small group limited to just 8 participants, you’ll receive personalized instruction, real-time feedback, and hands-on experience that will help you anticipate the action, tell stronger stories, and elevate your sports photography.
Capture the Game Like a Pro
New York City is one of the greatest sports cities in the world. But the real value of this workshop isn’t just where you shoot — it’s who you shoot alongside.
Over three immersive days, you’ll photograph real athletes, work through challenging lighting situations, review your images with industry professionals, and learn how to approach sports photography with more confidence and intention.
This is your opportunity to step outside your comfort zone, create stronger images, and see the game differently.
What you'll learn
Anticipate the Moment Before It Happens
Great sports images aren’t created by luck. They come from preparation, timing, and understanding the game. You’ll learn how professional photographers anticipate peak moments, position themselves strategically, and create images that tell the story beyond the final score.
Learn Directly From Working Professionals
The fastest way to improve is through feedback from photographers who have been where you want to go. Throughout the workshop, you'll receive personal guidance, image critiques, and insight into how professionals approach assignments, storytelling, and editing.
Leave With Images and Confidence
The goal isn’t just to take more photos, it’s to create better ones. You’ll leave with stronger images, a deeper understanding of sports storytelling, and practical skills you can immediately apply to your own photography.
Join a Community of Sports Photographers
The best part of a Summit workshop is often the people you meet along the way.
With only 8 participants, this workshop creates an environment where photographers can share ideas, learn from each other, and build connections that continue long after the final day.
Whether you’re photographing sports professionally or chasing a passion, you’ll leave with new skills, new inspiration, and a community that supports your growth.
Workshop Information
Each day of the NYC Sports Photography Workshop is designed to maximize shooting time and real-world experience. You won’t be sitting still, you’ll be moving between venues, adapting to different lighting conditions, and capturing live sports action in real time. Expect long lenses, fast breaks, unpredictable moments, and constant shooting. Every session builds on the last, pushing you to refine your timing, improve your accuracy, and think faster behind the camera.
Please note that final workshop schedule will be provided one month prior to the event. Keep in mind that the schedule is tentative and may be adjusted as needed during the workshop.
- 12pm: Check in / Introductions
- 1:00pm: Sports Photography with Jean Fruth
- 2:30-4pm: Portfolio Reviews and Gear Checkout
- 7pm: Sunset Lighting Portrait Work
- 9:00am: Presentations
- 11:00am-1:00pm: Lunch Break
- 1:00pm: Depart for Staten Island Ferry Hawks
- 3:00pm: Batting Practice
- 7:00pm: First Pitch
- 9:30am: Meet at our Boxing gym
- 10:00am: Live shooting at the gym
- Noon: Lunch Break
- 2:30pm: Editing and Image Critique
- 4:00pm: Instructor Roundtable
- 7:00pm-9:00pm: Closing Reception
Getting there & Travel Details
New York City is easily accessible via three major airports: JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark. Once in the city, transportation is primarily via subway, rideshare, or walking between nearby venues depending on the day’s schedule.
Travel Time & Logistics
Plan for moderate walking and city travel throughout the workshop. Shooting locations may vary, so flexibility is key. Participants should be comfortable navigating a busy urban environment.
What to Pack
CLOTHING:
- It can be cooler in the mornings and evenings (50s-70s) and can quite hot (high 80s low 90s) so pack layers
- Waterproof outer layer (optional)
- Comfortable walking shoes
OTHER:
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Water bottle
- Energy bars or other snacks
PHOTOGRAPHY GEAR:
- 2 camera bodies
- Wide angle lens
- Medium zoom lens
- Telephoto lens (ideally 400mm–800mm range)
- Tripod or monopod (optional, depending on preference)
- Camera bag
- Extra batteries and chargers
- Laptop or tablet
- Memory cards
- Hard drive
- Off camera flash trigger (optional)
Sony Gear
We are proud to partner with Sony, giving students the unique opportunity to experience some of the latest professional camera bodies and lenses in the field during the workshop. Throughout the week, participants can check out Sony gear to test and use in real shooting conditions in the field. This hands-on access allows you to explore new equipment, refine your technique, and see how different tools can impact your creative results, all while receiving guidance from our instructors in real time.
a faculty of World-Class sports Photographers
Jean Fruth
Steve Fine
Matt Hernandez
Images from past students
Frequently asked questions
No! Summit Workshops is available to any photographer, regardless of what brand of camera you use. We often have camera gear available to borrow, free of charge, but you are not required to use that gear or any specific brand.
No, you do not need to bring your own lighting gear. Our partner, Westcott Lighting, will provide all the gear needed for the workshop.
Tuition includes activity fees, location fees, all instruction, planning and logistics. It does not cover hotels, travel, and most meals.
Our workshop is for shooters of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to seasoned veterans. We all learn from and help one another, that is what makes the Summit Community so special.
Our image critiques are constantly mentioned as being the most important/valuable component of our workshops. It's not only a chance to get your work reviewed, but also to see your peers' images. It is not structured as a competition, but a growth experience. So do not feel it has the be your best of the best or how it might stack up to others. You get to hear the opinions of the faculty and everything you will hear from them is 100% meant to help you. They are also anonymous and meant to be constructive and useful to your professional growth.
We ask each student to submit 3-5 images taken while at the workshop. We typically send the link out the afternoon before the image critique, which gives you the evening to get your images in.
There is no strict age requirement for the this workshop. We welcome motivated photographers of all ages, including high school students, as long as they are comfortable working in fast-paced, real-world sports environments.
Lodging & Classroom
Our faculty and staff will be staying at the New Yorker and our classroom space will be next door at B&H. In addition to the our classroom space, participants will receive special discounts for the workshop.
After signing up, we will contact you with a booking link to secure your room.
Ready to Elevate Your Sports Photography?
Step into real game environments, sharpen your timing, and build a portfolio that stands out. Join the Sports Photography Workshop New York City and train like a working professional.
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