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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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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!
Young Artists' Camp!
Gallery B612
Campers are invited to spend a week (or a single day) getting creative with paint surrounded by the beautiful works at Gallery B612. Over the course of the week campers will explore and experiment with different media, create and take home unique artwork each day, and most importantly, have fun! Instructors will include local curators and artists. All materials are provided!
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!
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!
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!
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.
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)
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!