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Camp Invention Summer 2025
Camp Invention: National
Inspire your child’s creativity and watch their confidence soar with our all-new Camp Invention® program, Discover! Campers in grades K-6 will team up with friends for hands-on, open-ended STEM fun. They’ll create their own claw machine, uncover the science behind optical illusions, rev up for the ultimate road trip and embark on an eco-expedition to investigate penguins in Antarctica! Each experience is designed to spark curiosity, build persistence and create an unforgettable summer. Visit invent.org/local to secure your spot! Register using CIFUN25 by 3/20 to save $25 or CIFUN15 by 5/15 to save $15 off the registration fee. Payment plans available.
iD Tech On Campus Camps- Multiple locations (2025)
ID Tech Camps- Multiple locations
Register today for camps held at 75+ inspiring universities! Your child will walk the halls of their dream campus, bond with friends and mentors over legendary iD traditions, and experience the magic that’s made us the world’s #1 tech camp for 23+ years! Summer Fun on Your Child’s Dream Campus This is more than a camp. It’s a chance for your child to come face-to-face with friends and mentors who share their interests, all in an inspiring setting that excites them for the future. Between sessions of hands-on STEM fun, they’ll get the ultimate taste of collegiate life, from campus exploration and iconic architecture to meals in the dining halls and sweet dreams in the dorms. You get more. A LOT more. iD Tech is the very best experience built around your child—their interests, their skill level, their goals for the future. Our on-campus programs include an exclusive package designed for maximum inspiration and long-term success.
Summer 2025 Art Camp at AR Workshop
AR Workshop - San Marcos, CA
**Get $10 off 4-day Youth Summer Art Camp when using code KOA10.** Get ready for a summer of creativity at AR Workshop's 2025 Summer Camps! Each four-day camp is packed with hands-on artistic fun, from painting and textured art to sewing and candle-making. Kids can channel their inner fashionista at Pop Star Style Camp, designing custom jewelry, bedazzled denim, and DIY décor fit for a star! For budding artists ages 10+, advanced projects like paint pouring and swap art offer an extra challenge. With new themes each week, your child will unleash their imagination and bring home amazing, one-of-a-kind creations!
Summer Solved with Steve & Kate's Camp
Steve & Kate's Camp - San Diego
Since 1980, Steve & Kate’s Camp has put kids in charge–allowing campers to choose from a variety of activities in real-time, including sewing, stop-motion animation, coding & gaming, sports & recreation, maker crafts, water play, baking, and more. As children are empowered to make their own choices at camp, they discover new reserves of confidence, resiliency, and creativity–learning to course correct and trust themselves as they go. Families can buy any number of days, to use at any time–no weekly reservations required. Or, buy a Summer Pass, which covers the whole season. Either way, any unused Passes are automatically refunded at summer’s end. Ages: 4–12 | Lunch, snacks & all hours (8am–6pm) included.
The Rhoades School Summer Camp 2025
The Rhoades School
Join us for School-Age Summer Camp! Each day at our summer camp is a thrilling new adventure where your child will create unforgettable memories and develop valuable new skills. Every week, campers immerse themselves in hands-on activities, from science and nature exploration to creative and performing arts, sports, and games. Our camp offers a perfect blend of indoor and outdoor adventures, packed with excitement. Special guests and on-campus events bring an extra layer of fun.
Bay Club Camps: The Ultimate Playground for Kids
Bay Club - Multiple Locations
Whether it’s weeklong sessions during summertime and school breaks, or single-day options during holiday closures, your kids will find adventure, friends, and endless fun at camp. Bay Club Summer Camps are for ages 3–15 and treat kids to fun-filled days of art, science, and age-appropriate athletics like aquatics, basketball, tennis and more with world-class amenities. Members save 25%* on all enrollments, but no membership is required.
Skill Builder Flag Football Camp with Master Sports
Masters Sports
One of our most popular camps! A great way to get ready for the fall season or just have fun playing learning this sport. Our experienced staff will help participants improve in a fun setting. Our "Over the End Zone" touchdown challenge adds to the fun!
Tuolumne Family Camp
City of Berkeley, CA
Tuolumne Family Camp offers an unforgettable adventure nestled in the stunning Sierra Nevada mountains, where families can connect with nature and each other. With activities like hiking, campfire stories, and swimming in Tuolumne Meadows, it's a perfect escape for outdoor lovers of all ages. Experience the magic of the high country in a cozy, community-oriented setting that makes every moment feel special.
Summer Camps at the Fleet Science Center
Fleet Science Center
The Fleet Science Center has summer camps for pre k - 8th grade. Your camper will learn about science and how it applies in the world and to their interests.
ADAPTED CLASSICS: The Iliad, The Odyssey, and Greek History (online camp in the liberal arts)
Foundations Classical Academy
The purpose of this live ONLINE course is to spark pre-teen/early teenage students' interest in reading classic books and to teach them to engage in Socratic discussion about themes, characters, plot, etc. We will also focus on history related to the stories. Our summer 2025 readings are selections from Homer’s The Iliad and The Odyssey. The cost is $150 for 22.5 hours of instruction June 16-Aug. 13, 2025.
Scratch Ninja - Scratch Coding (Beginner to Advanced)
Create & Learn
Learn Scratch - the most popular kids coding platform, in small groups of 3-5 students. Create games, stories, animations and have fun!
Skill Builder Volleyball Camp with Master Sports
Masters Sports
Passing, serving, setting, attacking, blocking, digging, rotation, sportsmanship and rules will all be covered in this fun camp. Participants will practice fundamentals through a variety of different drills where critiqued by our instructors.
Dance Camp at Dynasty Dance Co.
Dynasty Dance Co.
Campers of all skill levels are welcome at our high-energy dance camp, where your dancer will explore different styles of dance including hip-hop, ballet, folkloric, contemporary, jazz and more! There will be a performance for family and friends at the end of the week.
Summer ART Camp
Cool Creations, Pottery Studio & Cafe
Campers will explore a variety of art mediums such as pottery painting, canvas, water coloring, and clay hand building. We will explore a new theme each week!
Art & Storytime for Elementary Kids
Art Play Learn - Bowie, MD
Even older kids love stories- just not baby stories! Popular stories, fun facts, making art, show and tell and more fun and interactive activities will keep your child engaged, and creating!
Scratch Junior
Create & Learn
A fun ScratchJr coding class for kindergarteners and 1st graders.
University City Swim and Sports Camp with Master Sports
Masters Sports
Everyday feels like a field trip without ever having to go anywhere! Enjoy non-stop, activity-filled days that include traditional sports, Xtreme Dodgeball, Rally Pedal Kart Racing, Laser Tag, and so much more! 4-5 days per week, participants cool off with free swim in the pool after lunch
Visual Arts Camp at Dynasty Dance Co.
Dynasty Dance Co.
In this camp, our artists will express themselves through creating different projects daily. Each day they will learn about a different style of art and practice what they learn. (Some mediums explored are ceramics/pottery, painting, fashion, jewelry, photography, video, textiles) Campers will get to be creative and design their own masterpieces to share and show off. This camp may get a little messy, but it will be tons of fun!
ASL Club for Families
Art Play Learn - Bowie, MD
This “ASL Club for Families” focuses on developing American Sign Language skills using a combination of games, storytelling, and art, so that the entire family can connect and improve communication with their Deaf or pre-verbal child. *Families comprised solely of hearing individuals are also welcome.*
Pottery and Clay camp
Cool Creations, Pottery Studio & Cafe
Join us for a pottery wheel and clay camp for ages 8 and up. Learn the basics of creating pottery on the wheel, clay hand building, and glazing!
Adventure Laser Tag Camp at Master Sports
Masters Sports
Welcome to our new and improved outdoor laser tag camp, where we transport you to a world of spaceships and dinosaurs! Imagine that your spaceship has crash-landed on prehistoric Earth, and you’ll need to use your laser tag skills to protect yourself and your team from prehistoric predators! BRAND NEW for 2024; we have the latest laser tag technology and new playfield props so that you can enjoy a realistic and immersive experience. Campers will play various game modes, including capture the flag, convoy, and last camper standing. This camp is designed for youth aged 8-12, ready to embark on an unforgettable laser tag adventure! Please note campers will play traditional sports and games throughout the 6-hour camp day in addition to Laser Tag.
STEM Camp at Dynasty Dance Co.
Dynasty Dance Co.
Get your campers ready for action-packed week of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math! With exciting and unique topics each day, you’ll get exposure to a wide variety of important STEM disciplines. Valuable Learning Opportunities include diving in to the interdisciplinary world of STEM through hands-on experiences, increasing your knowledge, practicing self-advocacy and presenting your ideas and building community!
Xtreme Dodgeball & Games Camp with Master Sports
Masters Sports
This camp features our most popular game ever invented; Xtreme Dodgeball! Throughout the day campers will enjoy classic game favorites like capture the flag, line tag, ultimate football, soccer, kick ball, home run derby and much more!
Kids Clay & Woodworking Summer Camp
San Diego Craft Collective
Ages 7-12 years welcome! This week of Summer Camp is all about ceramics & woodworking for kids! Kids learn woodworking hand tool techniques from an active woodworking professional and visual and ceramic artist. With a focus on safety and skill-building, this camp help foster confidence through creativity. Join us and help your child learn handmaking in an active creative space this summer! Sibling, military and first responder discounts available.
Coronado Bay Camp at the Cays with Master Sports
Masters Sports
Our Bay Camp is hosted at the beautiful Coronado Cays Park. At Bay Camp every day feels like a field trip without ever having to leave! This camp is non-stop, activity driven and filled with exciting games, sports, arts and attractions. This camp runs weekly all summer long!
Leadership in Training Camp at Dynasty Dance Co.
Dynasty Dance Co.
This camp is designed for campers ages 13+ to obtain skills they need to become a Camp Leader. Teens will learn what it takes to work with campers and gain real world work and life experience through communication skills, management techniques and building their self-confidence.
My Gym, La Jolla - Summer Camp Session
My Gym, The Children's Fitness Center in La Jolla
Summer Camp is Here! Dress for the occasion! We have a different theme every day! My Gym camp is the best! Children participate in energizing fitness games, themed fun, noncompetitive gymnastics, arts and crafts, music and so much more. ach camp program is uniquely designed to keep your children moving and active, as we emphasize physical development and personal success.
Mini Makers Preschool Summer Craft Camp
San Diego Craft Collective
Ages 4-6 years! Taught by Yael Kent, your little one will explore crafts across various mediums. We will explore through sensory activities, crafts and stories while developing fine motor skills. Littles learn best by doing and playing. We practice handwork and workplay. We “play” with natural objects and materials, keeping a consistent rhythm to our time together so that your child gains confidence each time they come. Our projects are planned so that mini makers build skills while exploring!
Game Changer Camp with Master Sports
Masters Sports
THE Ultimate Sports Camp! With new sports and games each day your child will not want to leave! Basketball, Soccer, Flag Football, Baseball, Xtreme Dodgeball, Rally Kart Racing, Laser Tag and many more will keep this camp fast and fun for everyone.
Musical Theater Camp at Dynasty Dance Co.
Dynasty Dance Co.
This camp takes our aspiring actors through all the aspects of theater and the steps that go into creating a successful performance at any level of theater. Campers will work with our actors/theater directors as we go through casting, rehearsal, stage and prop design, choreography and much more; all leading up to the performance at the end of the week. This camp is a great way to build confidence and public speaking skills!
Plunge San Diego Adventure Camp
Plunge San Diego
San Diego Adventure Camp offers a premium day camp experience for kids ages 5 to 12 years old. Camp hours are 9am-3pm – all attendees must register for the sessions they want to attend. We have early drop-off (as early as 7:30am) and late pick-up (as late as 6pm) available as needed for $25/hour per child, or unlimited extended care for $179 per week. We keep a strict camper to staff ratio to ensure the safety of the kids; (Age 5, 1:5 Ratio), (Ages 6-8, 1:6 Ratio), (Ages 9-12, 1:8 Ratio)
JUNIOR Coronado Bay Camp at the Cays with Master Sports
Masters Sports
Our Junior Bay Camp is hosted at the beautiful Coronado Cays Park. Where little ones can feel like they are in the Big Leagues! Campers will play Basketball, Soccer, Flag Football, Baseball, Rally Kart Racing and more to keep this camp fast and fun for everyone.
Art and Clay Camps for Creative Young Minds
The Artist Outpost
Unlock a summer (or fall, spring or winter) of creativity with our Art and Pottery Camps, designed for children of all ages in San Diego. From fun-filled painting and crafts for the younger artists (ages 4-11) to more sophisticated sculpting and wheel throwing sessions for kids ages 5-11, our camps provide a rich, engaging environment to foster creativity and develop key skills. Older children and teens (ages 11-17) can dive into challenging full-day projects that refine their artistic abilities and deepen their appreciation for the arts. With options for half-day or full-day sessions, every child has the opportunity to explore and grow their talents this summer.
Junior Sports Camp at the Cays with Master Sports
Masters Sports
Where little ones can feel like they are in the Big Leagues! Campers will play Basketball, Soccer, Flag Football, Baseball, Rally Kart Racing and more to keep this camp fast and fun for everyone.
2025 Salvation Army of San Diego Summer Camps
The Salvation Army Kroc Center - San Diego
Get ready for an unparalleled summer experience at The Salvation Army Kroc Center, where excitement knows no bounds! Discover our all-new specialty summer camps for 2025, where we offer an exclusive blend of activities you won't find anywhere else in San Diego. Picture this: ice skating, rock climbing, swimming, bounce houses, sports, and arts—all conveniently located on one dynamic campus.
Summer Critter Camp
Helen Woodward Animal Center
Dive into a summer of adventure at Critter Camp, where kids connect with nature and unleash their inner animal enthusiasts! Voted San Diego’s top animal camp for kids in Preschool-8th grade, our camp promises an unforgettable experience filled with up-close animal encounters, creative crafts, and exciting games that spark curiosity and fun!
San Marcos Swim and Sports Camp with Master Sports
Masters Sports
Everyday feels like a field trip without ever having to go anywhere! Enjoy non-stop, activity-filled days that include traditional sports, Xtreme Dodgeball, Rally Pedal Kart Racing, Laser Tag, and so much more! 4-5 days per week, participants cool off with free swim in the pool after lunch
Brains & Motion Summer Camps Held At Lutheran Church of the Resurrection/Riviera Hall School
Brains and Motion Education
BAM isn't just another summer camp. It's a fusion of classic summer camp adventures and a revolutionary curriculum designed to awaken, enrich, and inspire. Serving grades K - 8, we have topics for every interest and a full camp schedule full of laughter and fun. Join the adventure and make summer amazing!
2025 Splash Camps at The Wave Park
The Wave Park
Stay and Play is available to campers who would like to stay in the park from Camper checkout at 2pm to park closing at 4pm*. Please be advised that camp personnel will no longer supervise campers and that the released child will be in the park without direct supervision. The Wave Waterpark is not responsible for children who choose to exit the Wave unattended.
Casa Kids Creative Camp
Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens
Unlock your child’s creativity this summer at our fun-filled camp, offering dancing, singing, and painting for kids ages 7-10. Led by experienced professionals, your child will enjoy 3 hours of hands-on instruction every Monday for 4 weeks in a supportive and engaging environment.
Shot Reps Advanced Shooting & Skills Camp with Master Sports
Masters Sports
Receive next level training and an intense and fun workout that will focus on your shooting and cognitive response skills. Incorporated into the SHOT REPS camp is some of the latest technology that NBA teams and players like Steph Curry are using, including the Dr. Dish shooting machines and the Fitlight Trainer! The SHOT REPS program improves your overall game through efficient, quality reps. The camp is broken into approximately 2.5 hours of skill training and 1.5 hours of competitive games and scrimmages for an intense and productive workout.
SEACAMP I - Marine Biology Residential Camp
SEACAMP San Diego
Dive into the ultimate summer adventure! Our SEACAMP I marine science program is a 6 day, 5 night residential summer camp for students entering 7th through 12th grade in the upcoming fall. SEACAMP I is designed to give students a broad knowledge base of all aspects of marine biology through hands-on education and interactive water activities. Limited spots available! Enroll now for Summer Camp 2025 and get ready to explore the ocean like never before!
Python & AI Summer Camp
San Diego Data Science LLC
Summer coding camp for Middle and High School students, focused on Python and Artificial Intelligence. Hands-on learning: students build a text-based game, first in Python, then enhanced with AI-powered features. Emphasis on practical, curiosity-driven, and AI-enhanced learning.
Momentum Acrobatics Summer Camp
Momentum Acrobatics
Get ready for an action-packed summer at Momentum Acrobatics!
Skill Builder Basketball Camp with Master Sports
Masters Sports
Build your physical and mental skills with this awesome camp that focuses on basketball essentials, giving every player the tools they need to succeed. This camp is filled with fun drills and games to improve your game. Incorporated into the curriculum is the Fitlight Trainer, to train your brain and your game!
Camp Paivika 2025
Ability First
Camp Paivika offers children, teens and adults with disabilities a traditional camp experience delivered with nurturing support and, above all, an emphasis on fun!
Young Writers Summer Camps
Lighthouse Writers Workshop
Lighthouse offers a wide array of full and half-day summer camps from June through August for young writers ages eight to 18. Whether they've got a few novels under their belt, are new but curious about poems, or are a reluctant writer, our camps offer a fun, creative, and challenging way for young people to explore and express who they are, build new friendships, and create truly beautiful works of art.
CURSIVE HANDWRITING + DRAWING AMERICAN HISTORY
Foundations Classical Academy
In this live online course, we improve our print and cursive handwriting through reading and writing about people and events from American history as well as drawing them. Why drawing? Drawing develops some of the same muscle groups used for handwriting. It's also lots of fun! Recommended for ages 11-18. An ADULT SECTION is also available (meeting time is different. It will start at 9:30 AM PST and end at 10:30 AM PST).
Poway Camps
City of Poway California
Check out our summer camp guide for our complete summer camp lineup to make planning your #BestSummerEver easier! Registration for summer camps and spring classes and programs is going on now online and in person at City Hall.