Make the most of summer! Summer camps provide kids with the opportunity to do something they love or try something new. You’re sure to find the perfect camp for your child with our guide. We’ve got it all—watersports, science, art, animals, cooking, sewing and outdoor fun!
Indicates camps certified to care for children with special needs.
QUICKLINKS: Traditional Day Camp Experience | Speciality | Science & Discovery | Language | Painting, Drawing Ceramics | Animal Encounters | Drama/Theater | Dance/Music | Watersports | Sports | Academic Focus | Play Based | Overnight/Resident Camps | Schools Offering Summer Programs
» Find more information in our camp extravaganza section!
TRADITIONAL DAY CAMP EXPERIENCE
The Salvation Army Kroc Center Day Camp
College Area
619-269-1470
www.kroccenter.org/day-camp
The Salvation Army Kroc Center’s American Camp Association accredited summer day camps facilitate personal growth and safety, foster personal character development and respect for others, and help children develop skills in activity-specific areas. In addition to Kroc Adventures Camp, our unparalleled activities include spiritual discovery, sport and specialty camps.
SDC Youth Summer Camps
Santee - 619-201-8700
http://sdcc.edu/sdcyouth
Ages 5-17; June 8-12, July 6-10
SDC Youth summer camp is an opportunity for students to attend engaging and enriching classes! Students will learn new skills, make new friends, and enjoy a summer camp experience. Classes include various elective and academic options, from LEGO engineering to chemistry experiments, all designed to foster a love of learning.
YMCA of San Diego County
Countywide
www.ymca.org
Preschool and older; June-August
At YMCA, we’re here to make your kids feel welcome, try new things, make new friends, and be a part of something great. From Archery to arts, to canoeing and cannonballs, at the YMCA your kids will have an amazing experience all in a safe and nurturing environment. Register today and give them the best summer ever.
SPECIALITY
Wellspring Camps
La Jolla
866-277-0145
www.wellspringcamps.com/wellspring-camp-la-jolla/
Ages 10-26
Wellspring Camps is gearing up for another life-changing summer, helping campers learn to become long-term weight controllers! Our evidence-based program offers lasting results—that’s why we’re the leader in weight loss camps. With locations nationwide, campers can experience exciting activities like kayaking, beach sports, hiking & white water rafting.
SCIENCE & DISCOVERY
Air & Space Museum Aerosummer Camps 
Balboa Park
619-234-8291
www.sandiegoairandspace.org/education
1st-12 grade; July 13-August 14
The San Diego Air & Space Museum offers a variety of half-day, week-long summer programs. These classes teach air and space history and science through hands-on activities such as designing and building model airplanes, launching model rockets, and flying simulators.
San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum
Escondido
760-233-7755
www.sdcdm.org
San Diego Natural History Museum
Balboa Park
619-255-0210
www.sdnat.org/summercamp
Pre K-8th Grade; June 22-August 14
Summer camp at theNAT is where it’s at. Join us for a summer of science, fun, and friendship! Our summer camps will inspire and encourage children to have fun while learning about nature and science. Half-day camps for pre-K and kindergarten, and full-day camps for first through eighth grades. Plus Exhibit Explorers for students in sixth through eighth grades.
Science Camps at Reuben H. Fleet Science Center
Balboa Park
619-238-1233
www.rhfleet.org /summer-camps
Pre K-8th grade; June 15-August 21
The Fleet runs weekly, half-day and full-day summer camps. The camps are designed to be fun, educational and hands-on and to incorporate the Fleet’s exhibit galleries. Camp descriptions can be found online.
Summer Learning Adventure Camp at Birch Aquarium at Scripps
La Jolla
858-534-7336
http://www.aquarium.ucsd.edu/Education
Ages 4-15; June 22-August 21
From the classroom to the seashore, our accredited Summer Learning Adventure Camps merge scientific exploration with hands-on fun and learning. Campers investigate marine habitats, create ocean art projects, learn about careers in oceanography, and combine the science and sports of surfing and snorkeling, all while making new friends and memories.
LANGUAGE
Around the World/Le Tour du Monde
La Jolla
858-456-2807
www.sdfrenchschool.org
Ages 3 & up; June 22- July 31
The SDFAS camp, “Around the World,” promotes language skills during the summer. Children do fun activities while getting an immersion experience in French, Spanish, Italian, Chinese or English.
All About Mandarin Academy
Multiple locations
858-678-8801
www.allaboutmandarin.us
Ages 3 & up; June 8-August 31
Take a break from school and come join our Mandarin camp and enjoy the fun and enrichment this Summer. Meet new friends and be part of a great Mandarin experience!
Bilingual Kids
San Diego - 619-366-3098
www.bilingualkids-sd.com
Ages 2-12 ; June 22-August 14
Full immersion Spanish camp designed to optimize foreign language acquisition. Camp lead by qualified native Spanish speaking teachers in a fun and engaging approach through the use of music, games, cultural activities, arts and crafts, literature, outdoor activities and field trips.
Super Spanish
San Marcos - 760-510-9639
www.superspanish.net
Ages 18 mos.-7; July 6-August 26
At Super Spanish we believe that language is the key to the world. Our mission is to nurture and develop the natural ability that all children have to speak a second language effortlessly and fluently. Super Spanish is committed to inspiring a generation of bilingual, global citizen leaders who value the interconnectedness and diversity of countries and cultures. Super Spanish is successful in facilitating your child to be a confident, accomplished Spanish speaker because we constantly incorporate the newest research on second language acquisition for children into our teaching methods. At Super Spanish, we provide second language instruction at a very early age, starting at 18 months. In addition, the children are in an environment with native speakers and are truly immersed in the language in a very natural, interactive, and fun manner. Super Spanish offer preschool classes 2-5 days per week, with the option of 3-4 hours per day. We also have weekly themed Summer Camps in Spanish for children ages 2-7 years from July 6th through August 26th filled with music, art, games and more! Come see the Super Spanish difference for yourself. Please call us at (760) 510-9639 for more information or to schedule a tour.
PAINTING, DRAWING, CERAMICS
Carlsbad Art Farm
Carlsbad - 760-688-6147
www.CarlsbadArtFarm.com
2nd-8th grade; June 15-August 14
Exceptional all outdoors visual arts and animal camp twice voted “Most Awesome Camp for Kids in Socal.” Located on 10-acres of private woodland habitat open to the public summers only. Art Farm offers small classes taught by local artists. Curriculum is by grade-level. Older students enjoy seclusion from younger students.
Little Artists
UTC/Clairemont - 858-268-2255
Poway - 858-486-1555
Rancho Bernardo - 858-451-2055
San Carlos - 619-462-1955
Tierrasanta - 858-740-6055
www.mylittleartists.com
Ages 4-18; June-August
Little Artists morning classes start mid-June, offering the same great program with convenient morning classes for all ages! We will have drawing, painting and ceramics available in the morning hours as well as our usual afternoon hours.
Little Fish Comic Book Studio
Ocean Beach
619-356-1103
www.lilfish.us
Ages 8-18; June-August
Little Fish Comic Book Studio offers exciting summer comic art classes for teens and pre-teens where cooperation, creativity and each student’s unique vision will help them to create an individual comic project and see it to completion! No advanced experience is needed and all materials are provided.
Pachis an Art Studio for Kids
Liberty Station
619-320-8057
www.mypachis.com/camp
Children explore their creativity through Pachis original art curriculum while learning about the theme of the week. Themes include Animals, DIY, Food and Art, Photography, Around the World, Me and The Masters ExplorARTory, and Me, Myself and Art. From paint to mixed media, children will be introduced to new ways to make and experience art. Outdoor time is also incorporated to enjoy the park and beautiful surroundings of Liberty Station. Children do not need to have any art experience to be part of the fun. All projects are adapted to the needs and comfort levels of all children. Art Camp runs throughout the Summer from 9:00am-3:00pm and is open to children aged 5 to 12 years. 5:1 student to teacher ratio with maximum 25 children/week. $375/week or $90 1-day drop in.
ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS
Helen Woodward Animal Center
Critter Camp
Rancho Santa Fe
858-756-4117
www.animalcenter.org
Ages 4-13; June 15-August 21
Summer Critter Camp is San Diego’s best animal camp for kids Preschool through 8th grade! Children will experience a full week of amazing animal interactions and summer camp activities including animal themed games, crafts, songs and more! Weekly camp sessions are available June 15-August 21 for Preschool through 8th grade. Choose from two weekly camp themes for Preschool through 6th grade: Animal Heroes and Be a Hero to Animals! Critter Camp Leaders in Training is available June 29-July 31 for 7th-8th grade campers. Critter Camp is $200 per week, 9am-1pm for Preschool and $265 per week, 9am-3pm for Kindergarten through 8th grade. Extended care, lunch, and photo options are available. What types of animals will your kids meet at Summer Critter Camp? Alpacas, skinks, parrots, rabbits, turtles, tortoises, cockatiels, geckos, miniature horses, snakes, bearded dragons, chickens, Madagascar hissing cockroaches, sheep, frogs, guinea pigs, hermit crabs, chinchillas, walking sticks, doves and dogs.
Living Coast Discovery Center
Chula Vista
619-409-5900
www.thelivingcoast.orgYoung animal lovers won’t want to miss the summer day camps programs at the Living Coast Discovery Center. This unique zoo and aquarium, located on the southern edge of San Diego Bay in Chula Vista, offers campers a fun, intimate wildlife experience that encourages hands-on exploration of nature, animals, science and the great outdoors. Kids and teens (ages 4 to 18) are able to get up-close and learn more about a wide range of marine and terrestrial animals native to the Southern California coastal region, including endangered sea turtles, sharks, rays, jellies, eels, snakes, tortoises, octopuses, owls, hawks, eagles, falcons, shorebirds and more. This summer, campers will explore amazing animal “super-powers,” with new camps inspired by our newest seasonal exhibit, SuperWild: Discovering Animal Super Powers. Campers will get up-close and personal with creatures that walk on walls, possess super strength, are invisible to the naked eye, and can even regenerate limbs. There will also be snakes that fish with lightning fast speed, eagle-eyed birds of prey, super-stealth-flying owls, Hulk-sized insects and reptiles that stretch to the extreme—all natural adaptations that help them survive in the wild.
Safari Park Summer Camps
Escondido
619-718-3000
www.sdzsafaripark.org
Ages 2-18; June 22-August 14
Discover an adventure like no other during the San Diego Zoo Safari Park’s Summer Camp! Safari Park camp is hands-on, join-in, be-a-part-of-it fun where your kids will participate in nature play, discover the wonders of wildlife, and have an amazingly wild week!
San Diego Zoo Summer Camps
Balboa Park
619-718-3000
www.sandiegozoo.org
K-12th grade; June 29-August 28
Kids explore the wonderful world of animals through adventures that include animal encounters, behind-the-scenes visits, bus rides, games, and edible food crafts! Choose one or two weeks of fun per grade level. We also offer summer art classes for grades 1-12 and 1/2-day “Cub Camp” for kids ages 4-5.
Sweetwater Horse Camp
Bonita
619-475-3134
www.SweetWaterHorses.com
Ages 5-12; June 8-August 28
Teaching San Diego’s Kids to Ride since 1985. Through the magic of horses memories are created! Day Camp 9am-4pm, Mon.- Fri., ages 5-12, who want to ride and campers ride and handle horses every day. Pony Time Camp 10am-2pm, Tues.- Fri., ages 5 & 6. Spring Dates: March 30–April 3, April 6–10, April 13–17, April 20–24. Summer Dates: June 8–August 21. Fall: September 28–October 2.
DRAMA/THEATER
Children’s Creative Performing Arts Academy
San Diego
619-584-2454
www.ccpaasd.com
Pre-K-8th grade; June 15-August 28
Our camp features a balance between academics, science, drama, music, arts, sports, dance, gardening, cooking and geography.
CYT Summer Camp
Countywide
619-588-0206
www.cytsandiego.org/camps
Ages 5-18; June-August
CYT Musical Theater Summer Camp is one of the most affordable quality musical theatre camps in California. Campers are placed on a team (red, green, blue etc). In the morning, they rotate with their team to a variety of theater classes including dance, drama & voice taught by qualified instructors. After lunch, summer campers play exciting outdoor games before they come together with all the teams for showcase rehearsal. All campers perform in the musical theater showcase for family and friends at the end of the week, featuring a variety of songs, dances and drama. CYT San Diego also offers an overnight camp for ages 13-18 years.
Drama Kids Summer Program
San Diego
619-846-2407
www.dramakids.com/ca1
Ages 6-11; July-August
Summer Camps, Birthday Photo Booth, & More! Students have fun while gaining confidence to speak out clearly, relate confidently with peers and develop skills that make the journey through life much easier. All students benefit, whether shy introverts, easy going, or energetic extroverts. Classes build self-esteem and “think on your feet” critical thinking skills through fun imaginative improv, mini skits, movement, speech activities, acting and more!
North Coast Rep Summer Theatre Camp
Solana Beach
858-481-1055
www.northcoastrep.org/TheatreSchool
Ages 4-19; July 6-July 31
Children and teens have a safe place to grow and explore. Our camps are designed to foster creativity, instill confidence, build self-esteem, and provide a basis for communication, leading to life long team building skills. Each week is packed with a full line-up of creative activities taught by theatre professionals with a showcase each Friday for parents and friends!
Play N Art Studios
Sorrento Valley
858-357-6296
www.playnartstudios.com
Ages 8-12; July 6-31
Write a play, build your set, design your costume, perform in your play and above all have FUN! While creating a theatrical production step-by-step, children learn to collaborate, improve their presentation skills, respond to constructive criticism and build self-confidence. For more information, contact the camp director: Rana Salimi, PhD at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Camp located at Sanctuary Art and Music Studio, 10855 Sorrento Valley Rd., Suite 9, San Diego, 92121. Time: 9 am- 3 pm, Session 1: July 6-July 17, Session 2: July 20-July 31. Cost: $400/child. Siblings $50 off. Bring a friend and get another $50 off.
San Diego Junior Theatre
Balboa Park, La Jolla
619-239-1311
www.JuniorTheatre.com
PreK-12th Grades; June 8- September 4
Experience the magic of theatre arts! Each day, campers attend classes in acting, voice, dance and specialty, taught by teachers who hold degrees in the arts and education. There is an informal performance on the last afternoon of camp.
DANCE/MUSIC
California Ballet School
San Diego - 858-560-5676
www.californiaballetschool.org
Ages 6-10; June 22-August 7
It’s not too late to sign-up for Summer Dance Programs. California Ballet School offers Summer Dance Camps that are ideal for children ages 6-10 with little to no dance training. Camps run from 9:00 - 3:00pm on June 22-26, July 6-10, July 20-24, and Aug 3-7. Creative expression is encouraged through daily dance classes and theme-related arts and crafts. For experienced dancers ages 9 and up, California Ballet School’s offers Intermediate and Advanced Summer Intensives from July 6–31. Dancers who sign up for all four weeks will be able to participate in the San Diego International Fringe Festival.
City Ballet's Dance Camps
Pacific Beach
858-274-6058
www.cityballet.org
Ages 4-18; June 29-July 24
City Ballet offers two 2-week sessions of fun-filled activities that include ballet technique, dance related crafts and mini-performances. Camps are open to beginners through pre-professional students and offer seven different levels of instruction.
Danceology
San Diego
858-613-1155
www.danceology.biz
Ages 3-5; June/July
Danceology’s dance camps for girls provide variety for your busy summer schedule. Students will learn ballet, jazz and pom dances. On each camp’s Thursday, Danceology invites families and friends to watch an in-studio showcase. Dancers must wear a leotard, tights, and bring ballet shoes. Please pack a healthy snack and water or juice each day.
Guitar Workshop Plus
San Marcos
905-567-8000
www.guitarworkshopplus.com
Much more than just a guitar camp or summer music camp we offer week-long workshops in a musical environment at great facilities. Guitar, Bass, Drum, Keyboard, and Vocal courses are offered for all levels, ages, and styles including rock, blues, jazz, acoustic, classical, and songwriting. This top ranked summer music program allows students to participate in morning and afternoon classes that involve a hands-on approach, late afternoon clinics, ensemble performances, and evening concerts. Professional faculty and world-class guest artists teach and perform. 2015 guest artists include: rock superstar Paul Gilbert, amazing guitarist and respected clinician Andy Timmons, bass legends Stuart Hamm and Rhonda Smith, blues legend Duke Robillard, jazz icon Mike Stern, world renowned electric extraordinaire Gary Hoey, one of the world’s foremost fingerstyle guitarists Muriel Anderson, shred king Dave Martone, acoustic and Celtic master Tony McManus, the rock professor himself Jon Finn, drummer Dave Langguth, and more! Day and overnight tuitions are available. Participants learn, jam, play in bands, and take away a DVD of their live performances!! Join us this summer and treat yourself to a fun, educational, and music-filled experience!
San Diego Civic Youth Ballet Camps & Intensives
Balboa Park
619-233-3060
www.sdcyb.org/summer-programs
Ages 4-18; June 29-August 21
We offer ballet camps and intensives for children of all ages and experience levels right in the heart of Balboa Park. Please visit our website for more detailed information.
Scripps Performing Arts Academy
Scripps Ranch, Torrey Hills
858-586-7834
www.scrippsperformingarts.com
Ages 4-14; June-August
Join us for an exciting summer with weekly ballet, musical theatre and create-your-own music video camps. Musical theatre themes: Disney Princesses & Pirates, Pop Stars Rock and Best of Broadway. Each program culminates in a costume performance in our Black Box Theatre or outdoor performance space!
WATERSPORTS
Aquaplex Swim Lessons
College Area - 619-594-7946
https://aztecaquaplex.sdsu.edu
Ages 6 mos-16; May 27-August 20
Have fun while learning aquatic skills at SDSU. Small group swim lessons. Day and evening sessions. For kids ready to learn aquatics sports, classes are available in diving, water polo and competitive swim. The Aquaplex is a solar-heated outdoor aquatic facility with an Olympic pool and a beach entry recreation pool heated to 82 degrees.
Aqua Pros
Clairemont or Your Home
619-209-2990
www.aquapros.org
Infants-Adults; Summer lessons
We are dedicated to provide a professional year-round learn-to-swim program for all ages. We strive for each individual to reach their full aquatic potential. We teach how to become competent in the water regardless of ability. We emphasize proper swimming techniques. Safety in the water is our #1 priority.
Bubbles Swim School
Spring Valley
619-660-0128
www.bubblesswimschool.com
Ages 2 mos.-Adult; Summer lessons
Family-owned and operated since 1976, Bubbles starts lessons as young as two months old. We emphasize comfort and safety, instead of just playing. Swimming provides freedom of movement in the water, helping children to develop motor skills and improves decision making. Our highly advanced program produces results.
Floaties Swim School Summer League
Poway
877-277-7946
www.floatiesswimschool.com
Ages 5-10; June-August
Floaties is San Diego’s premier learn to swim school. We introduce children to the fun and exciting world of swimming in a safe and structured environment complete with age appropriate skill instruction, safety skills, games, races and toys. Our small class sizes, indoor salt water pool and and warm water are the perfect environment for fun and learning.
Noonan Family Swim School
Multiple locations
858-451-0794
www.noonanfamilyswimschool.com
Ages 3 & up; Summer lessons
Noonan Family Swim School, Inc. is offering its 2-week summer swim lesson programs. Get a jump start on swimming by participating in swim class Monday through Thursday. We offer summer sessions at all of our locations - San Diego, Del Mar, 4S Ranch, Carlsbad and Murrieta.
Watersports Camp at Mission Bay Aquatic Center
Mission Beach
858-539-2003
www.watersportscamp.com
Ages 6-17; June 8-September 3
The Watersport Camp at the Mission Bay Aquatic Center, provides a fun and encouraging environment for campers to participate in full and half day camps including wakeboarding, surfing, sailing, kayaking, stand up paddling, windsurfing, and marine science! Our focus is to provide a safe, fun, and exciting learning environment.
SPORTS
Fit Kids
Carmel Mountain
858-674-4480
www.fitathletickids.com
Ages 5-11; June 15-August 24
Join us for a fun-filled summer! This all-around camp includes a variety of sports, games, crafts and good times. Kids participate in activities such as swimming, tennis lessons, dance, yoga, tumbling, sports and lawn games. With each activity, kids will be grouped according to their age and ability level.
The Futbol Factory Summer Camp
Chula Vista/Eastlake
619-271-3246
http://thefutbolfactory.us/tff_blog/summer-camps/
Ages 6-17; Beginning June 8
Camp attendees will receive 20 hours of training, 4 hours per day (9:00 am–1:00 pm). Training includes trapping, passing, dribbling, shooting, goal keeping and defending at our state of the art facility. You’ll get to work out on turf, natural grass, cement and sand courts to maximize your training!
Miramar Speed Circuit
Miramar - 858-586-7500
www.miramarspeedcircuit.com
Ages 6-12; June 22-August 14
Exclusive Kart races for campers only! New action-packed Laser Tag games in our new gigantic arena. Arts, crafts, movies and other fun activities. Behind the scenes look at Laser Tag under white light.
North County Gymnastics & The Gyminni Kids
Rancho Bernardo - 858-451-0204
www.gyminnykids.com
Ages 3+; Begins June 12
Poway Gymnastics Summer Camps
Poway
858-748-1716
www.powaygymnastics.com
Ages 5 & up; July 13-August 14
Weekly camps run from 9 am to 3 pm. Campers learn basic gymnastics with proper technique on all four events, do arts & crafts, play games, bounce on trampolines, enjoy our inflatable and perform all the gymnastics they learned for their parents on Friday. All children receive a medal and a certificate.
SDSU Tennis Lessons
College Area - 619-594-7946
https://arc.sdsu.edu/tennis
Ages 6-18
SDSU Aztec Recreation offers beginning, intermediate or private lessons year round. Classes include rules, scoring, stroke, form, technique, positioning and general play. Small group lessons allow students to learn and develop skills through activities and playing other participants with similar skills. Private lessons allow participants to develop specific skills based on their needs.
Soccer Shots Play and Craft Camp
Countywide
619-741-1005
www.soccershots.org/eastsandiego
Ages 2-10; June 23-August 29
Soccer Shots camps include fun and age-appropriate soccer skill instruction and character development lessons wrapped in fun! Our goal is to positively impact every child we serve.
Sword and Bow Camp
El Cajon
619-462-2027
www.lionheart-academy.com
Ages 8-18; July 20-August 7
Archery, Fencing and Warrior Camps! Come to our air-conditioned archery range and fencing gym! Archers learn range safety, etiquette, and will be shooting from day one. Archers improve with challenging drills, games, design their own targets and finish with a shoot for prizes. Fencing is lightning fast and teaches agility, strength, focus and tactical thinking – a sure hit for today’s video-gaming generation. Students learn advancing, retreating, lunging, and an assortment of parries. By the last day, students participate in an electric bout, scoring points like an Olympian. Campers learn the history of three famous warrior cultures: Roman soldiers, medieval knights, and Mongol nomads. Warrior Camp is produced in partnership with the award-winning Chivalry Today Educational Program. Children have a week of active, cooperative & historic activities as they become one of their heroes and learn the ideals of the code of honor.
The Boxing Club
University City
858-622-1903
www.theboxingclub.net
Ages 5 and up
Led by world class boxing coaches and a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black belt, our program is perfect for ages 5 & up. Choose from Kid’s Boxing/Kickboxing, or Jiu Jitsu classes held Monday-Friday. A great way to build discipline & confidence while conditioning for other sports. See p. 39
ACADEMIC FOCUS
Mission Bay Montessori Academy
University City
858-457-5895
www.mbmacademy.com
Ages 4-12; June 29-August 14
Dreaming about summer? We are! Students from grades 2-6 have 69+ activities to choose from a blend of academics and fun. 4-6 years have full day programs available. Week to week sessions; day care until 6:00 pm. Experienced staff on large campus, freeway accessible to 5, 52, and 805.
Mt. Helix Academy
La Mesa - 619-243-1400
www.mthelixacademy.org
Pre-K-8th grade
Renaissance Village Academy
Scripps Ranch
858-564-9622
www.rvaschool.org
K-12th grade; June 22-July 30
K-3rd grade: 6 one-week programs, sign up for AM, PM or whole day. Math, science, thinking skills, folklore, games. Limit 10 students. Grades 4-12: 2 three-week programs, sign up for specific classes (writing, math, vocab, logic, geography, mysteries) or the whole day. Limit 15 students. Monday-Thursday. Priority/discount given to full-day students.
PLAY BASED
Get Air
Poway
858-848-1247
www.getairpoway.com
Ages 2-5; Wednesdays 10-11 am
$8 gives you jumping & playing with an interactive fun teacher! Did you know that jumping on a trampoline supports whole brain learning? It uses both sides of your brain. This helps you get ready to read & write! Gotta Love That!
Kid Ventures Summer Camp
Countywide
858-207-6088
www.kidventuresplay.com
Ages 3-8; June 8-August 28
Kid Ventures Camp makes it possible for parents to have free-time, while children are busy having the time of their life! Sign your child up for a day, a week, or longer. Our creative camp themes engage all the senses with opportunities to develop gross motor skills, improve social interaction, and explore creative play!
Urban Jungle
Santee
619-334-6107
www.urbanjunglefunpark.com
Ages 3 & up
Urban Jungle is a one of a kind city metropolis indoor fun park offering a safe family-friendly environment for kids. Participants can enjoy a dozen high-energy, action-oriented activities all inside its 8,000 sq foot air-conditioned facility.
OVERNIGHT/RESIDENT CAMPS
YMCA Overnight Camps
Julian, Imperial Beach
760-765-0642
www.camp.ymca.org
Ages 7-17; June 14-August 14
Three “intentionally awesome” YMCA Overnight Camps in San Diego County: Camp Marston in the mountains for summer adventures, Raintree Ranch exclusively for horseback riding near Julian, and Camp Surf on the Pacific Ocean. No matter what your child enjoys the YMCA has something for everyone.
SCHOOLS OFFERING SUMMER PROGRAMS
Children’s Choice Learning Academy
EL Cajon 619-442-1685
El Cajon 619-442-4014
Lakeside 619-561-1178
www.childrenschoicepreschool.com
All ages; June-August
We care for infants, preschool and school-age children. Our summer program provides extra fun activities such as fieldtrips, arts, crafts, special guests and great curriculum. Classes include math, science, music and kinder-readiness skills. Join us for a free trial day at any of our three locations. Use code FAMILY.
Extended School Services (ESS)
La Mesa & Spring Valley
619-644-3800
www.lmsvsd.org/domain/250
1st-8th grade; June 22-August 7
Affordable, quality summer childcare including weekly field trips and/or assemblies. We offer a well-rounded enrichment program provided by qualified and caring staff members.
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