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Many of our Illinois Camps offer Fall Programs, Activities, Workshops & Classes starting in September, 2025.
Be sure to check the "Year-Round Programs and Other Camp Info" headings of each camp listing for specifics, or give any Camp you're interested in a call to check on Fall dates, times and availability.
Many of our Camps will be hosting Fall Reunions for their previous campers, and Fall Open Houses for interested new campers and families. Each camp is different, and some offer activities for the entire family.
Contact the camp(s) directly to see if there are any Camp Reunion or Open House Plans for September, 2025.
Like Baseball Camps, Gymnastics Camps, or All Sports Camps? There is a complete list of our current Special Interest Camp Directories a little farther down this page, and in the black bar at the very bottom of this page.
Looking for a Great Illinois Day Camp? Look at each camp's TYPE OF CAMP description. Many of our Best Illinois Day Camps also list their exact hours, and if they offer before and after camp activities.
Many of our Best Illinois Summer Camps also offer Year Round Camp Programs, Classes, and Activities. You should contact the camps you are interested in to see if they offer Fall, Winter and/or Spring Programs, too.
Searching for Illinois Camp Jobs? Many of our Best Camps are now listing their 2025-26 Fall Camp Jobs, too. Look for the heading "Summer Camp Jobs" in each camp listing. You can also check any camp's website for their "Work at Camp" or "Fall Employment Opportunities" pages.
View Only IL Camps with Fall Work & Leadership Training Opportunities.
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FEATURED CAMP
iD Tech Summer Programs for Ages 6-18
Locations: AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, NV, NH, NJ, NY, NC, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, WI
888-709-8324
Ages: 6 - 18 . Coed Campers. All Girl Campers. Overnight Camp. Day Camp. Half-Day & Full-Day Options.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: iD Tech is the world leader in summer STEM education, with 400,000 alumni since 1999, and 150 prestigious campus locations including Stanford, Caltech, and NYU. Students ages 7-19 learn to code, design video games and Fortnite-inspired levels, mod Minecraft, create with Roblox, engineer robots, model and print 3D characters, work with AI and machine learning, and more! Weeklong, day and overnight summer programs that instill in-demand skills and embolden students to shape the future.
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Brave Arts Theatre Workshop
Weston, Massachusetts
508-314-1792
Ages: 7-15 for day session, 11-18 for overnight session . Coed Campers. Overnight Camp. Day Camp.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Brave Arts is a musical theater summer program for all levels of performers taught by professional actors and musicians. We teach the skills of musical theater on-stage while building community and confidence one child at a time off-stage. Each session ends with a showcase of theater and pop/rock songs and dances, featuring special moments for all of our performers. Don’t be surprised if you hear your child saying, “There's no place like home" - their Brave Arts home!
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Falcon Camp
Carrollton, OH
216.991.2489
Ages: 6 - 16 . Coed Campers. Overnight Camp.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Widely recognized throughout the midwest as Ohio's premier summer camp since 1959, Falcon Camp offers a beautiful lakefront setting, a talented experienced staff and a wide variety of activities. Falcon provides an atmosphere that encourages young people to grow in spirit, skills, understanding, relationships, and attitudes. Fun for Now, Skills for Life is not just a catchy logo phrase but truly defines what Falcon is about.
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FEATURED CAMP
Camp Pillsbury
Owatonna, Minnesota
507-214-2200
Ages: 6-17 . Coed Campers. Overnight Camp. Day Camp.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Pillsbury is a unique summer camp for boys and girls ages 6 to 17. Strong offerings in Theater, Circus, Music, Dance, Sports, Magic, Technology, and more. More than 100 activities! Campers choose their activities daily, making each day special for each individual camper. Five, 2 WEEK sleepaway sessions begin June 14th to August 23rd. Enroll now at CampPillsbury.com.
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FEATURED CAMP
Camp Lantern Creek
Montgomery, Texas
936-597-8225
Ages: 7 - 17 . All Girl Campers. Overnight Camp.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: While summer might look a little different this year, Camp Lantern Creek promises it will continue to bring the Creeker spirit to our campers and families this summer! CLC Unique, our virtual camp option, will begin on June 22, and will consist of week-long sessions that will offer one-of-a-kind programs unique to each session. Through our virtual programming, we will create memories with our new and seasoned Creekers, virtually.
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YMCA Camp Lakewood
Potosi, Missouri
573-438-2155
Ages: 6-17 . Coed Campers. Overnight Camp.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: YMCA Camp Lakewood is an awesome overnight adventure for children ages 6-17! With 5,200 acres and 360-acre lake, kids get outdoors having fun, making friends and learning new skills. They participate in sports, equestrian, arts & crafts, caving, high adventure, water activities and more, and also learn about accomplishment, belonging and character.
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Visit Our iD Tech Summer Programs for Ages 6-18 Website
1-888-709-8324
info[AT]iDTech.com
Held at 150+ prestigious campuses nationwide
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, NV, NH, NJ, NY, NC, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, WI
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our iD Tech Summer Programs for Ages 6-18 Video
CAMPER AGES: 6 - 18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Half-Day & Full-Day, Overnight, and Weekend programs available.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers. All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: iD Tech is the world leader in summer STEM education, with 400,000 alumni since 1999, and 150 prestigious campus locations including Stanford, Caltech, and NYU. Students ages 7-19 learn to code, design video games and Fortnite-inspired levels, mod Minecraft, create with Roblox, engineer robots, model and print 3D characters, work with AI and machine learning, and more! Weeklong, day and overnight summer programs that instill in-demand skills and embolden students to shape the future.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Computers, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Camps are located at prestigious campuses nationwide. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.idtech.com to find a location near you.
CAMP FACILITIES: Camps are held on university and school campuses. Most overnight campers stay in dorms and get the "college experience".
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: iD Tech is the world leader in summer STEM education, with 400,000 alumni since 1999, and 150 prestigious campus locations including Stanford, Caltech, and NYU.
Students ages 7-19 learn to code, design video games and Fortnite-inspired levels, mod Minecraft, create with Roblox, engineer robots, model and print 3D characters, work with AI and machine learning, and more! Weeklong, day and overnight summer programs that instill in-demand skills and embolden students to shape the future.
Just 5-10 students per instructor (maximum 10) so students can e¬njoy personalized learning at their pace.
The top universities on the planet—Stanford, NYU, Caltech—have trusted and hosted our programs for over 15 years, inspiring students to dream BIG.
Want to learn from an energetic Stanford computer science major? A virtual reality guru from NYU? A game developer who wants to share her lifelong passion? We’ve bet our reputation on recruiting the top instructors in the country. Our 8:1 student-to-instructor guarantee ensures customized learning with the smallest class sizes, leading to “a-ha moments” and awesome outcomes. iD Tech summer courses are inclusive of every skill level and learning style.
Today, every career—from art to engineering to social work—requires a strong foundation in tech. With a focus on skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaboration, our courses pave the way for bright futures in any field. Whether your child dreams of working at Facebook or Google, launching their own startup, or founding a nonprofit, their long-term skill development pathway starts here.
iD Tech also offers early-education STEM programs, all-girls tech camps, teen-only academies, and an online learning platform.
Get started today at Our Camp Website Link: www.iDTech.com or call (888) 709-8324 and join iD Tech as they inspire the makers of tomorrow.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.iDTech.com for the most up to date information on sessions, dates, and fees.
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iD Tech Summer Programs for Ages 618
Please note that our list of 2025 Illinois Summer Camps also includes information on Illinois Summer Camp Scholarships, Financial Aid, and other 'Campership' or Financial Assistance. Look within each camp's description for the CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE heading.
Visit Our Skyhawks Sports Academy Summer Sports Camps Website
800-804-3509
Over 500 Locations Nationwide
Mead, WA
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
CA, CO, CT, FL, IA, ID, IL, IN, KY, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, OH, OR, PA, TX, WA, WI, and WY
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
6311 E. Mt. Spokane Park Dr., Suite B
Mead, WA 99021
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Skyhawks Sports Academy Summer Sports Camps Video
CAMPER AGES: 3 thru 12. Not all ages available in all areas.
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Hours vary by camp and age level.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Football, Baseball, Cheerleading, Soccer, Golf, Tennis, Volleyball, Team Sports, and more. Lacrosse, Mini-Hawk, Multi-Sport, Quickstart, Tiny-Hawk, Track & Field, & Volleyball Too!
CAMP LOCATION: Skyhawks Sports Camps are located in cities throughout the state. Please see our website for exact locations near you at Our Camp Website Link: www.skyhawks.com
▌Read More about Skyhawks Sports Academy Summer Sports Camps
CAMP FACILITIES: Modern practice fields and facilites with top-notch training and safety equipment.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Since 1979, Skyhawks sports has led safe, fun and skill-focused sports camps and programs for youth between the ages of 3-12.
We offer many different different sports--and countless ways for your child to grow. The camps range from soccer to baseball to our popular mulit-sport camps where kids sample three different sports (soccer, basketball and baseball) in one camp.
Our camps and programs are offered locally throughout over 500 communities. The format includes traditional week-long summer day camps and year-round after-school programs that range from 45 minutes to 6 hours in duration, per day. Our progression of camps and programs, led by our expert staff, are generated toward youth looking for a sport introduction or those who want to refine and master their sport-specific skills.
For Detailed Information on ALL of our summer sports camps, please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.skyhawks.com.
Our coaches and site directors make a significant difference to your child's on-field experience. Chosen for their strong personal character, responsibility, and capacity to effectively communicate sports skills to youth, our staff will make the extra effort every time to ensure that your children have the best on-field/court experience, emphasize teamwork, and learn life skills through sports. Our staff are required to complete our extensive certification process.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer financial aid for those families that qualify. Please call 1.800.804.3509 for an application.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We offer year round programs in select states, please see our website for complete information on all Skyhawks Sport Camps in your area.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Skyhawks Sports Camps are SAFETY FOCUSED!
At Skyhawks we go the extra mile to focus on safety, and we have a long-standing proven safety track record and processes to prove it. For example, all Skyhawks Sports camps start and end with our unique safety process called "Gate System and Parking Lot Duty." This process is where coaches come and greet both parents and campers in the parking lot when parents pull up to drop off their children.
Our staff guide the kids onto the field/court and out of harm's way by funneling them into our gate system. Eye contact is maintained from each one of our staff members until the kids make it onto the field/court where they are grouped by age. This efficient process ensures safety. Additionally, it develops a level of trust between parent, coach, and child that ultimately leads to a fun and skill-focused camp for youth.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Skyhawks Sports Camps are offered throughout the summer, and specific dates and times vary from location to location.
Fees vary depending on age, duration of camp, and location.
You can find a complete list of sessions, times, and fees for ALL the Skyhawks Sports Camps in your area at: Our Camp Website Link: www.skyhawks.com.
Or feel free to call us at: 800-804-3509.
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Skyhawks Sports Academy Summer Sports Camps
Some Illinois Summer Camps offer Extended Hours, for Early Camper Drop-Off and Pick-Up. Be sure to check each camp's description under "TYPE OF CAMP" for complete information, and exact hours of any Extended Camp Day Options.
If you need these services, you should contact the camp to confirm availability.
Visit Our Nike Soccer Camps Elmhurst College Website
1-800-645-3226
soccer[AT]ussportscamps.com
190 Prospect Avenue
Elmhurst, Illinois 60126
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Nike Soccer Camps Elmhurst College Video
CAMPER AGES: 8-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Coach Dave Di Tomasso and his staff will host three sessions of all skills camp! These camps are the perfect opportunity to take your game to the next level!
Instruction focuses on functional training, attacking, supporting play, decision making, shooting, defending, small-sided games, 11v11, and creativity. Goalkeeping training is provided. The camp now provides a second soccer stadium for use during the camp. Full supervision and activities are provided for day campers during down time, including swimming for all campers in between sessions. Camp is for ages 8-18. Campers must be 9 years old to stay overnight (8 year olds are welcome for the extended day portion).
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Soccer, and more.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Campers train on a brand new astroplay surface; the only surface approved by FIFA (world soccer governing body), and learn how to take their game to the next level.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Elmhurst College Men’s Head Coach Dave Di Tomasso and his experienced staff , including college coaches, college players and professional players, direct the campers through a carefully devised instructional program with an 8:1 player to coach ratio.
Coach Dave Di Tomasso and his staff have perfected the Nike Soccer Specialty Camp at Elmhurst College by creating an all emcompassing camp experience. In three camp sessions, campers are will be able to hone their skills with specialized instruction and guidance.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to the camp webpage for additional information:
Our Camp Website Link: www.ussportscamps.com
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Nike Soccer Camps Elmhurst College
Visit Our Huskie Volleyball Camps (NIU) Website
(815) 753-1496
niuvbcamp[AT]niu.edu
DeKalb, Illinois 60115
CAMPER AGES: 12-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Sunday & Wednesday Clinics
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Team Sports, and more. Volleyball Camps.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located 70 miles east of Chicago in DeKalb, IL. Camp is held on campus in the University Rec Center as well as the home court, Victor E. Court.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Our overnight camps house campers in an air-conditioned and wi-fi capable dorm rooms that were renovated in 2012. Gymnasiums are also air conditioned and have the capabilities to hold 8 total courts.
Dining halls offer campers choice of dining with hot and cold foods as well as a salad buffet.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: NIU's head coach, Ray Gooden, is a three time MAC coach of the year.
We offer a few different camp options...
Specialty Clinics run on Sundays from 9-3pm. Campers choose to work on specific skills (Attacking, Setting, or Passing). Specialty clinics cover 5 hours of instruction with NIU Camp Staff and end by combining all skills for some pass to attack.
All-Skills Camps can be overnight or day camps with multiple sessions a day. The camps cover all volleyball skills and culminates in tournament play for all campers.
Elite Camp is for players who want to play and train like a Huskie. The camp is for higher level volleyball players with drills moving at a faster pace and designed with higher intensity for a greater challenge.
Serve and Pass Clinic (NEW)
This clinic will cover two of the most essential skills in volleyball - the first contact. Our goal is to provide campers with new techniques to enhance their serve and serve receive skills.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please check out our website for more information on dates and costs of each camp. All camps run the second week of June and the second week of July. Save the Date and we hope to see you this Summer!
Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.niuhuskies.com
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are also looking for college coaches to help with our camps. Â If you are interested, please contact us at niuvbcamp[AT]niu.edu and please include your resume.
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Huskie Volleyball Camps NIU
Visit Our Ken Chertow Wrestling Website
814-466-3466
camps[AT]kenchertow.com
1450 S Atherton St
State College, Pennsylvania 16801
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Pennsylvania, Nebraska, Colorado, Indiana, Ohio, Illinois, Wisconsin, Arizona, Utah, California, Oregon, Washington, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Texas
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
PO Box 120
Boalsburg, PA 16827
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Ken Chertow Wrestling Video
CAMPER AGES: All ages and skill levels
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. We will condcut camp in Allentown, PA July 27-August 8
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Wrestling, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Please visit the website for complete information on ALL locations.
Pennsylvania: The Ramada Inn Convention Center is centrally located in State College, PA. It is just 15 minutes from I-80 and easily accessible from the Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Harrisburg areas.
▌Read More about Ken Chertow Wrestling
CAMP FACILITIES: Please visit the website for complete information on ALL locations.
Pennsylvania: We train, eat, and sleep all at the Ramada Inn Convention Center Hotel. It provides an ideal learning experience and air conditioned wrestling area.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: USA Olympian - Ken Chertow
OLYMPIC AND ALL-AMERICAN COMPETITOR
•3x Academic All American
•3x NCAA All American
•2x Junior National Champion and OW
•2x Junior World Champion
•Olympic Festival Champion
•Midlands Champion & OW
Owner and Coach of the Gold Medal Training Camp system for 20+ years. Our campers have won 500+ State Championships in the last decade.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: GROUP DISCOUNTS: We offer substantial group discounts and enable coaches and group leaders to attend camp at no charge. We allow all the wrestlers in the community to combine for the group total.See below for details.
FUNDRAISING: Raise funds for camp with Reaching Our Goal. It’s quick, easy, and profitable, with no risk to you. Click here for more information!
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Father/Son Camp Options
Parents, you are welcome to attend either the Kids Training Camp or the Future Champions Camp with your son. This is a unique opportunity to learn and bond together in a world class wrestling environment that also stresses fun, fitness, and fundamentals. We encourage you to attend sessions, take notes, video tape the instructional presentations, and/or assist your son. We offer a variety of housing and meal options to meet the needs and budget of your family. We look forward to providing you and your child with a memorable learning experience.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.KenChertow.com for camp options, pricing and more info!
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Ken Chertow Wrestling
Visit Our Chicago Filmmakers Sceenwriting Class Website
(773) 293-1447
coop[AT]chicagofilmmakers.org
Chicago Filmmakers
5243 N. Clark St.
Chicago, Illinois 60640
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
Chicago Filmmakers
5243 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60640
CAMPER AGES: 13-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. June 22-26, 10:00am - 3:00pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Is your teen a natural storyteller? A creative mind with a passion for film? This workshop will cover the basics of screenwriting to help transform their stories and ideas into shootable scripts.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Academics, and more.
▌Read More about Chicago Filmmakers Sceenwriting Class
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Chicago Filmmakers Sceenwriting Class
Visit Our Breakthrough Basketball Camps Website
866-846-7892 x 1
camps[AT]breakthroughbasketball.com
Various Cities Across the US and Canada
Various Locations
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
WEST: Alaska. California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Nevada, Utah, Washington, Wyoming
SOUTHWEST: Arizona, Hawaii, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas
MIDWEST: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin
SOUTHEAST: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia
NORTHEAST: Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont
CANADA: Alberta, Ontario
OTHER: Scotland
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
5001 1st Ave. SE, Ste 105 #254, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
CAMPER AGES: K - 12th grades
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Basketball camps for boys and girls, grades K thru 12, with locations across the US, Canada and Scotland.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, and more.
▌Read More about Breakthrough Basketball Camps
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Breakthrough Basketball Camps
Visit Our Little Beans Cafe Evanston Summer Camp Website
847-807-3731
evanstoncamps[AT]littlebeanscafe.com
430 Asbury Ave
Evanston, Illinois 60202
CAMPER AGES: 3-9
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Little Beans offers a fun filled camp for kids 3-5.5 years and 5.5-9 years. Each week brings a new theme and unique fun. The weeks theme is included in the weeks activities and classes. Imaginative play, active play, sports, art, a daily class, a healthy snack and outdoor games included everyday. Lunch can be brought from home or purchased for $5.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Soccer, Martial Arts, and more. Camp For A Cause: Each Week The Kids Will Participate In A Service Project For A Local Charity Tied To Helping Those In Need Enjoy Active Or Imaginative Play In A Meaningful Way.
CAMP LOCATION: Located in Evanston on Asbury between Oakton and Austin
▌Read More about Little Beans Cafe Evanston Summer Camp
CAMP FACILITIES: Large indoor playspace for kids 3-5 as well as a half-court gym and Ninja Warrior obstacle course for kids 5-9.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Monday - Friday
June 12th - September 1st
Pricing: Weekly Rates
9am-1pm – $200 for 5 days, $120 for 3 days, $80 for 2 days
9am-3pm – $300 for 5 days, $180 for 3 days, $120 for 2 days
*A deposit is taken for each week during registration
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Don’t want to commit to a schedule? Consider a Flex Pass. Flex passes let you buy 5 or 10 days of camp and choose the dates to use throughout the 2017 camp session.
Flex Pass Rates:
9:00am-1:00pm
$230 for 5 day flex pass
$460 for 10 day flex pass
9:00am-3:00pm
$345 for 5 day flex pass
$690 for 10 day flex pass
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Little Beans Cafe Evanston Summer Camp
Visit Our Hot Ground Gym Website
(847) 227-8404 Arlington Heights
(847) 686-3610 Libertyville
info[AT]hotgroundgym.com
8 W College Dr A
Arlington Heights, Illinois 60004
CAMPER AGES: 5-13
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Half day/day/weekend camps are available
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Summer, Spring and Winter Break Camps.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Team Sports, Adventure, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: OTHER LOCATIONS:
1950 n US-45, Libertyville, Illinois 60048, US
▌Read More about Hot Ground Gym
CAMP PROGRAM INFO:
Winter Break Camps
Our winter camps are designed to keep kids entertained while developing problem-solving and interpersonal skills. With obstacle course training, team-building missions, "target practice" hand-eye-coordination activities, and many other fun games, we guarantee a fun winter break. This camp is great for all kids, ages six and up.
Spring Break Camps
Still in town this Spring Break? Send your kids to our Northern Chicago spring break camps for a one-of-a-kind experience filled with obstacle courses, team challenges, fun hand-eye-coordination developing activities, and tons of other great activities. The camp is a break for you, and a blast for them!! Our 2023 Spring Break Camp is registered in by the half or full day, and is great for kids ages 6-14.
Leadership Summer Camp
Our 2023 summer camp is enrolled in by the week, and is great for 6-13+ year olds. Older kids get an opportunity (if desired) to develop their leadership skills, and the younger ones have a blast participating. Our Leadership Summer Camp, being a premiere Day Camp near Chicago, is different from other camps we offer during the year because it is a whole week experience, each day evolving from the last. Located in Arlington Heights and Libertyville, close to Palatine and Vernon Hills, these obstacle-course-based camps.
No School Day Camps
No School? No Problem! We offer full and half day camp options for most national holidays and some localized school closures. Have your child attend our No School Day Camp the next time their school is closed and you want to relax (or need to work ).
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Hot Ground Gym
Visit Our FC Barcelona Soccer Camps Tampa Website
(954) 652-2100
contact[AT]fcbarcelonasoccercamps.com
4825 Little Road
New Port Richey, Florida 34653
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Chicago Illinois:
Olympic Park
1675 E. Old Schaumburg Road
Schaumburg, IL 60173
Florida:
Kendall Soccer Park
8011 Southwest 127th Avenue
Miami, FL
Central Broward Regional Park
3700 North West 11 Pl
Lauderhill, Florida 33311
University of Central Florida
4000 Central Florida Blvd.
Orlando, Florida, 32816
Maryland:
Maryland Soccerplex
18031 Central Park Circle
Boyds, MD 20841
Georgia:
Atlanta Silverbacks
3200 Atlanta Silverbacks Way
Atlanta, GA 30340
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
2625 Weston RD.
Weston, Florida 33331
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our FC Barcelona Soccer Camps Tampa Video
CAMPER AGES: 6-14
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Daily: 9am - 3pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Accessible to anyone.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Soccer, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located at the beatiful J. H. Jack Mitchell Jr. Park - Home of West Pasco Soccer
4825 Little Road
New Port Richey, FL 34653
▌Read More about FC Barcelona Soccer Camps Tampa
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Group Level System: Players will be evaluated in order to group them based on skills:
Recreational
Competitive
Academy
Game System: Rec, Comp and Academy will play with correspondent levels only.
Goalkeeper Training Sessions: 3 Training Sessions on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, goalkeepers will also participate on foot skill exercises, drills involving shooting with group and in game simulations daily.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.fcbescolausa.com.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to our website for more info at: Our Camp Website Link: www.fcbarcelonasoccercamps.com
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We have opportunities for assistant coaches and also for U16 and up to work with us. Please register at: Our Camp Website Link: www.fcbarcelonasoccercamps.com.
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FC Barcelona Soccer Camps Tampa
Visit Our Concordia U Chicago Boys High School Elite Camp Website
(708) 665-4884
gregory.manos[AT]cuchicago.edu
7400 Augusta Street
River Forest, Illinois 60305
CAMPER AGES: 14-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. 9:00am-4:30pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Boy Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: The Boys High School Elite Camp is designed to train athletes who are looking to play at the collegiate level. Campers will receive instruction through skill training, competition series and strategic breakdowns. Our coaching staff will work with campers to improve their fundamental skillset, executional abilities and volleyball IQ as we’ve experienced at the Division I and professional levels. Campers will also have the opportunity to interact with our current student athletes to gain insights into the life of a college volleyball player.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Volleyball, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: 10 miles West of Chicago
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CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
$250 before June 1st, $300 after June 1st
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Concordia U Chicago Boys High School Elite Camp
Visit Our Snow Goal Scoring Camp Website
(317) 488-8141
jakewatkinssoccer[AT]gmail.com
Indiana
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Indiana, Illinois, Michigan (See website for up-to-date camp sessions/locations)
CAMPER AGES: 7-17 (some camps are split into more specific age ranges, see website)
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Typically Mon-Thurs 9am-2pm (full day sessions) or Mon-Thurs 9am-Noon/Noon-3pm (half day sessions)
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Snow Goal Scoring Camp gives players the opportunity to take more shots on goal than they could at any other camp and is applicable to players at all levels. By teaching the fundamentals of proper shooting form, stressing the ability to take quality shots with both the strong and the weak foot, and relentlessly drilling goal-scoring situations that commonly occur in games, we allow players to develop muscle memory so proper shooting technique becomes effortless and scoring goals becomes 2nd nature. This proven method of practice was instrumental in making Ken Snow one of the nation’s best goal scorers and is guaranteed to take a player’s shot to the next level.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Soccer, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Camp Locations:
*Note: Visit our website for an up to date list of available locations
-Westfield, IN
-Noblesville, IN
-Plainfield, IN
-Edwardsburg, MI
-Livonia, MI
-Schaumburg, IL
-Hinsdale, IL
-Plainfield, IL
-Northbrook, IL
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Why choose Snow Goal Scoring Camp?
Snow Goal Scoring Camps grants hard-working players the opportunity to learn proper shooting technique. Coach Jake was mentored by college soccers greatest all time scorer his uncle, the late Ken Snow. Coach Jake and his team break down every meaningful aspect of his nearly perfect shooting mechanics so players learn exactly how he is able to achieve an accurate high velocity shot.
Coach Jake offers unique solutions to players having difficulties achieving proper shooting form and provides ways for even the best shooters to improve. Coach Jake's encouraging and patient style of instruction helps players maximize their potential and develop more passion for soccer. With enough practice and instruction, shooting and scoring goals will become 2nd nature.
There is no better camp to improve ball striking, shooting and scoring goals. Technique and hard work can take your child to the next level.
Being able to score when the opportunity presents itself can be the difference between:
-A win and a loss
-Riding the bench and starting
-Making the "A" team or the "B" team
-A college scholarship worth thousands of dollars
Camps will cover:
-Ensuring proper technique of Right & Left foot shot
-Volleys (Side, Thigh, Chest)
-1st Time & 2 touch shots from distance
-Receiving with back to goal, turning & Finishing
-1v1 technique’s to goal
-Curving - Inside and Outside of the foot
-Breakaways, 1v1 with keeper
-Small-Sided Games
Camp Format:
4-6 players per goal with 20-25 balls for each group. Players shoot 20-25 shots for each exercise. We repeat each exercise for both feet. Practicing that shot over and over creates muscle memory so finishing the soccer ball becomes 2nd nature to players. We choose 5-6 different Shooting & Scoring scenarios and situations each day, so each player takes 10-12 (both Feet) shooting sets of 20 shots each. Hardworking players should expect to take around 200 shots per day.
Players Don't Get Enough Shooting in Practice:
Shooting practice is most often neglected because coaches are forced to spend the majority of team training sessions working on ball control, possession, and passing. If coaches spent the amount of time required to get good at shooting their teams would be unable to possess the ball well enough to produce good scoring opportunities so SHOOTING PRACTICE IS WHAT GETS LEFT OUT!
Who is this camp for?
-Any soccer player regardless of skill, level, or position that wants to get better at Shooting the soccer ball. Players at every position need to be able to shoot the soccer ball.
-From the young player who hasn’t been taught the proper way to shoot up to the high-level player with college aspirations who wants to increase their Goal Scoring output.
-Players who want better technique that will lead to more power and better accuracy.
-Any Soccer player who wants to have fun and score more goals
OTHER CAMP INFO: Please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.snowsoccercamps.com to view up information about upcoming camp sessions, locations, prices, etc.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.snowsoccercamps.com to view up information about upcoming camp sessions, locations, prices, etc.
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Snow Goal Scoring Camp
Visit Our Jen's Camp Website
773-234-1323
jen[AT]jenscamp.com
2625 N Orchard St
Chicago, Illinois 60614
CAMPER AGES: 4-13
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Jen's Camp was designed for kids and families! Our goal? Make the entire experience from registering to day to day camp easy on the families and provide the kids with great activities and choices about how they spend their day. We saw families struggling with programs that only ran for 3 hours and saw first hand the strain that added to family units. Our goal is to make things easy on the families. That means less time coordinating logistics. We are open from Monday, June 20 - Friday, August 12, 2022, Monday - Friday from 7:30a - 6p.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: We are not set-up or staffed to help a camper 1:1. While camp cannot provide an aide, families are welcome to provide an aide for their camper as long as they are cleared by us first. Once we’ve received all the completed paperwork and confirmed background checks are clear for an aide, they will be able to attend camp with your camper. This is a long process as background checks can take weeks to clear so, if this is the right step for your family, we recommend reaching out as soon as possible to begin.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Basketball, Football, Soccer, Technology, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in the heart of Chicago's Lincoln Park! We rent the indoor and outdoor space at Alcott Elementary School.
CAMP FACILITIES: The indoor space is air conditioned and equipped with new filtered water bottle filling stations, restrooms, and is home to many of our activities including but not limited to: Stop motion animation, art lab, sewing (hand and machine), our relax area (think beanbag chairs, spa music, some essential oils in a diffuser from time to time books, chess, checks, etc), pool, table hockey, giant connect four, ping-pong and more! We also have access to the auditorium, cafeteria and 8 indoor classrooms.
The outdoor space includes a playground, full-size turf soccer field, lots of blacktop space for hopscotch, foursquare, chalk city and more! The entire outdoor space surrounded by an iron fence, which is locked during camp.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our fee is inclusive and covers morning and afternoon snacks, lunch and all of our offered activities, automatically. There are no extra registration steps for certain programs, no before or aftercare needed. We never leave campus so caregivers can drop off and pick up their campers whenever it is best for them within our hours of operation. We offer registration for the whole summer (best value), weekly blocks or by the day. Need just an afternoon? Snag a spot in our half-day pilot program from Noon - 6p.
The campers choose from the open activities (different activities are open at different times of day) and spend their time doing what interests them the most. All of our activities are designed to be intuitive, meaning even the youngest of campers can walk right up to the activity and get started. How? Meticulous preparation and plan ahead so that it all comes off as simple and easy to engage in.
We have visual guides for campers to reference and staff always nearby if a camper should want a little help or a high-five to celebrate some cool new thing that they just tried for the first time! From stop motion animation to hand sewing to water play on the turf field - we've got a great summer planned for your campers! Registration is open!
All of our staff will be up to date on their covid vaccinations, CPR/First Aid/AED certified, background checked and federal and state levels. We also have staff with food manager certification.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships are fulfilled for the season, however, if you are interested, please email Jen's Camp so we can put your on our email list for next year!
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We also run a spring break camp that coincides with Chicago Public School spring break week. (Monday - Friday)
OTHER CAMP INFO: Our areas are offered to campers as choices throughout the day. Different areas are open at various times throughout the day and campers can chose the areas that interest them the most:
Outdoor Recreation
Technology (Stop motion animation)
Indoor Games (Mini pool, ping-pong, table hockey, fooseball, giant connect four)
Outdoor Games (pack a swimsuit, we will open a water activity when the weather allows)
Refresh Area (beanbags, chess, checkers, books)
Art Lab (from basic coloring to full blown projects - new themes each week)
and much, much more!
Check out our website for more information!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Registration is open for the entire summer, weekly blocks or day passes.
We are open from Monday, June 20 - Friday, August 12, Monday - Friday from 7:30a - 6p.
All registration covers all of our hours, activities, morning and afternoon snack and lunch! There is no need for before/aftercare, no registration deadlines and no rush to add the fun activities we offer! Why? It is our goal to lighten the logistical load on our families so that they can have more time together!
$3,319 a summer
$550 a week
$115 a day
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Jens Camp
Visit Our Music Creators Academy Website
themusiccreatorsacademy[AT]gmail.com
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
3805 S. Valmore Avenue
Bloomington, IN 47403
USA
CAMPER AGES: 12-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Online. Weekdays 11 AM–12 PM and 2–4 PM EDT
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Join fellow middle- and high-school music students in making new music for virtual ensembles mentored by renowned com- posers, including Brian Balmages, Steven Bryant, Viet Cuong, Tyler Grant, Garrett Hope, Cait Nishimura, Benjamin Taylor, Alex Shapiro, Joseph Sowa, and Haley Woodrow. Together, we will expand our creative abilities and forge new musical friendships for the social distancing era and beyond.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Music/Band, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: All camp activities take place online via Zoom. Participants from across North America are welcome!
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Each student will participate in:
• A large ensemble—which will workshop and give the world premiere of a new work by one of the mentor composers
• A small ensemble—which will co-create, rehearse, and premiere new work(s) by the student participants
• A small home group—which will feature games and social activities
• (Optional) Two, hour-long private composition les- sons—which will give students professional feedback on their music and personalized instruction
• A final, virtual concert—on Friday, July 31, 2 PM EDT
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We desire to make it possible for everyone who wants to join us to be able to participate regardless of family finances. We have a limited amount of funds available. Please email for more information.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Technology Requirements:
• Desktop or laptop computer (Mac preferred)
• A separate device to record audio/video (such as a tablet or smartphone)
• Headphones or earbuds
• An external microphone and audio interface would provide a better experience, but are not mandatory
• All enrolled students will receive a FREE, 90-day license for Dorico Pro 3.5
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
• No audition or prior composition experience required.
• Base Tuition: $450
• Registration Deadline: July 1, 2020
To learn more and to register, please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.musiccreatorsacademy.com
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Music Creators Academy
Visit Our Chicago Multi-Cultural Dance Center (CMDC) Dance Camp Website
312-461-0030
contact[AT]cmdcschool.com
47 W. Polk St
Lower Level
Chicago, IL 60605
CAMPER AGES: 5 to 8 yrs
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Daily 9am - 5pm; before and after care available
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Come join us for the Best in Summer Dance Instruction!
6 weeks June 27 – Aug 5
Ballet, jazz, hip hop and more!
Field Trip every Wednesday (included in tuition)
Outside recess daily (weather permitting)
Snacks and games
End of Summer Performance August 5th
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in Chicago, IL South Loop, close to public transportation. Please visit our website for details.
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CAMP FACILITIES: We have 5 studios located in the historic Dearborn Station, next to a park and playground where the children have daily recess weather permitting.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Students receive exposure to a variety of dance styles. The day begins with floor ballet, a low impact strengthening and toning class which improves flexibility and stamina. Daily classes include ballet, jazz, African or Latin dance and visual arts. At the end of each day the students go out to the park for recess and free play.
On Wednesday students go on field trips or have a special activity planned. At the end of the session students perform in a recital that showcases all of the skills they have learned over the summer.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: CMDC also offers year-round dance classes for kids starting at age 3. Classes include classical ballet, jazz, modern, contemporary, African, Latin and Hip Hop. Adult dance and exercise classes too!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
6 weeks June 27 – Aug 5
9 am - 4:30 pm
Campers can be dropped off as early as 8 am and picked up as late as 6 pm for a small fee
$200 non refundable registration fee required to hold a spot
Price - $1650
Early bird price $1500 if registration received by March 31st.
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Chicago MultiCultural Dance Center CMDC Dance Camp
Visit Our Dream Big Performing Arts Workshop Website
773-944-9146
info[AT]dreambigperformingarts.com
5255 N. Ashland Ave
Chicago, Illinois 60640
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
1618 Pitner Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Dream Big Performing Arts Workshop Video
CAMPER AGES: 3-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Join Dream Big for a summer of creative fun! Under the guidance of our professional teaching artists, our camps will energize and ignite your child's imagination! Themes for 2016 include Fancy Nancy, Wicked, Frozen, Star Wars, Harry Potter, The Sound of Music and so much more! Half day and full day options as well as before and after care are available.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: We do our best to accommodate children of all backgrounds and needs.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in the center of Andersonville on the north side of Chicago at the First Free Church on the corner of Berwyn and Ashland. We are just 7 minutes north of Wrigley Field and close to the Red Line, the Brown Line, Metra and several CTA bus lines.
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CAMP FACILITIES: We run our camps in a beautiful and bright air-conditioned performance space. We are a half a block down from an enclosed park where we take snack breaks each day for unstructured play time with friends.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Dream Big was the winner of the 2013 Red Tricycle Most Awesome Award for Theater and Dance Classes in Chicago. It's no surprise due to our talented staff of teaching artists who are all trained professional actors, directors, choreographers and/or playwrights. Their passion for teaching children in the performing arts is contagious and our campers' delight throughout the week culminates in their confident performances at the end of each week.
Camps are geared towards age groups 3-18 and our creative themes range from Dragons, Monsters and Creepy Creatures and Fairy Tales Weeks, to Annie Camp, Improv Week, Musical Theater and countless others! We believe in the power of the arts through collaboration and ensemble-building. All of our classes and camps foster creativity, self-expression and teamwork.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We invite 3-6th graders to be counselors in training at half the price and 7-12th graders as volunteer teaching interns. This is a great experience for children and young adults to take on a leadership role with younger campers and gain teaching experience under trained and experienced teaching artists.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Partial Need-Based Scholarships are available. Please inquire.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We run drama programs (classes, camps, workshops and production experiences) for all ages 2-18 year round. Classes include musical theater, improv, story drama, scene study, creative drama and more.
OTHER CAMP INFO: In addition to our one-week drama camps, we are also offering Suessical, Jr, a 4-week, full-day production camp! This is the perfect opportunity for young actors entering 2-8th grades to sharpen their skills and work with professional actors and directors on a full-length musical on the Main Stage of the Athenaeum Theatre. For more information, visit Our Camp Website Link: www.dreambigperformingarts.com.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our 1-week drama camps are offered each week June 13th through September 2nd. Please go to Our Camp Website Link: www.dreambigperformingarts.com for our full summer schedule. We can customize camps for groups of five or more kids. Let us know your preference of dates, times and themes if you would like to create a camp for your group of 5 or more.
Half Day Camps cost $225, Full Day Camps cost $425. Sibling and Multiple Camp Discounts apply.
Join us for a free Sample Class on January 30th, learn more and register at Our Camp Website Link: www.dreambigperformingarts.com
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Dream Big Performing Arts Workshop
Visit Our JCC "Z" Frank Apachi Day Camp Website
847-272-7050
info[AT]gojcc.org
305 Woodridge Lane
Northbrook, Illinois 60062
CAMPER AGES: 4 years-6th grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Daily 9:30 am -3:30 pm, before and after camp program available
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Affiliated with JCC Chicago and welcoming to the entire community
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Football, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Team Sports, Science, Adventure, and more. Boating
Challenge/Adventure Course
Clowning
Magic
Cooking
Floor Hockey
Ga-ga
Kickball
Martial Arts
Music
Sand Volleyball
Nucomb
Softball
CAMP LOCATION: Tucked away on 10 private acres in Northbrook, IL, our wooded campus is grassy and sunny with lots of trees for shade and comfort.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Our amazing facilities include: Two large heated outdoor pools, an arts & crafts studio, boating pond, air-conditioned buildings for hot and rainy days, challenge course with climbing wall and boulder, two ball fields, and basketball, volleyball and tennis courts.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: JCC "Z" Frank Apachi Day Camp offers magical experiences for children living in the northern suburbs. Camp includes door-to-door bus service plus twice weekly lunch, field trips, camp t-shirt, camp CD and twice daily swim. Our full-time camp director works year-round to assure your child a summer full of memories and friendships to last a lifetime.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Counselor-in-Training program for 8th-10th grade
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid available, please contact the camp office.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For more information on sessions, dates and fees, visit our website.
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JCC Z Frank Apachi Day Camp
Visit Our Hoop Mountain Shooting & Scoring with Ryan Goodson Website
630-539-2100
hoopmountain.dgibbs[AT]gmail.com
1312 Park St
Bloomington, Illinois 61701
CAMPER AGES: Going into 5th grade - Going into 12th grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Boy Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: This Camp is a day or overnight camp which runs from July 29th-July 31st in which players will be directed by Ryan Goodson who has worked with many NBA players such Stephen Curry and Antawn Jamison. This Camp will combine the best aspects of a shooting camp and scoring camp into one to help players to become a better scorer. At the end of the camp players will receive Ryan Goodson's online training workouts for free. The camp is at Illinois Wesleyan University which is located right off intersection 74 and 55 which is about 2 hours away from Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: This camp is located at Illinois Wesleyan University which is right off intersection 74 and 55, which is about 2 hours away from Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Campers will stay in the Illinois Wesleyan University dorms and have meals in the dining hall at the University.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
The camp is July 29th- July 31st which will $395.00 for the 3 days.
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Hoop Mountain Shooting and Scoring with Ryan Goodson
Visit Our Smith Walbridge Clinics Website
217-687-2005
swclinics[AT]swclinics.com
Hosted at Eastern Illinois University, Taylor Hall
2121 Fourth Street
Charleston, IL 61920
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
Smith Walbridge ClinicsOffice
P.O. Box 859
Mahomet, IL 61853
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Smith Walbridge Clinics Video
CAMPER AGES: 13-22 student camps, 18+ adult/director camps
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Range from 4 to 6 days, housing included. Commuter options.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Founded in 1949, Smith Walbridge became the first camp in the country to offer specialized training for marching band related activities. The tradition, reputation, and success of the SWC organization has earned international respect in the music education world. The elite status of the various clinics and workshops continues to attract high school, middle school, college students, and directors internationally. See our website for detailed descriptions of each clinic we offer.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more. Student Clinics: Color Guard, Section Leader, Drumline & Front Ensemble, Drum Major, Mace & Signal Baton, Student Conductor, Leadership. Directors Clinics: Marching Band Directors, Drill Design
CAMP LOCATION: Clinics and Workshops are help on the campus of Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, IL. Visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.swclinics.com to view information or request a brochure.
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CAMP FACILITIES: LIVING FACILITIES: Modern air-conditioned dorms available exclusively for our clinics, Dorms located adjacent to fields and teaching areas, Plenty of parking areas around dorm for easy check-in and checkout, Large modern air-conditioned lounge areas for relaxing and visiting INSTRUCTIONAL FACILITIES: Four large drill fields located near the dorm, A large-scale field house backup for inclement weather, Plenty of shaded teaching areas, Large air-conditioned indoor rooms for some classes, and rehearsals Doudna Fine Arts Theater for evening events. PERFORMANCE FIELD: Closing ceremonies and performance will be presented in OBrien stadium.
FREE TIME ACTIVITIES: Rotary water park with pools, water slides, fountains, etc, pool table in dorm, Outdoor cookout (drum major clinic), Bowling night, DJ party, Stunt Night (Talent Show; a long time tradition at SWC), Serenade evening after Stunt Night (Drum Major Clinics only)
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: See complete descriptions of all clinics at Our Camp Website Link: www.swclinics.com
Drum Major Clinic: Agenda
-Special training for college students
-All conducting classes taught by professional university conductors
-Drum majors who return or attend both sessions do not repeat same classes
-Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced levels of conducting
-Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced levels of showmanship
-Fundamentals of drill design
-Squad drills and competition with signals and commands
-Daily individual evaluations of fundamentals
-Daily individual video tape evaluations
-Leadership and motivational techniques
-Individual help with score study
-Teaching and cleaning drill
-Developing individual styles in conducting and showmanship
-Methods for teaching marching fundamentals
-Elective classes including: multi-drum majoring, salutes, showmanship, choreography, various marching styles
and twirling maces/signal batons
Section Leader Clinic: Agenda
Beginners
-Thorough marching fundamentals and basic commands
-Individual help with marching style and posture problems
-How to learn drills and read charts
-Basic knowledge of drill design
-The science of marching and the nine concepts of movement
-Measurements and grid systems
-Administration and organization
-These students are gradually merged with the advanced students
Experienced Section Leaders
-Accelerated marching fundamentals review
-Music basics, including tuning, tone production, articulations, reading skills and technique
-Exercises for teaching marching while playing an instrument
-How to teach and clean marching drills
-Basic commands review
-Motivation, attitude and team concepts
-Music rehearsal techniques
-Methods for teaching marching fundamentals of various styles
-Analyzing and resolving posture problems
Drumline & Front Ensemble Clinic: Agenda
-Leadership and motivation concepts
-Drumline marching fundamentals
-Warm-up and technical exercises
-Sectional teamwork
-Rehearsal techniques
-Cadences and visuals
-Visuals and modern body movement
Color Guard Clinic: Agenda
-Optional saber spinning classes
-High teacher to student ratio
-Routines created exclusively for the clinic
-Several music selections from recent marching band publications
-Free video and audio tapes of routines for each school
-An opportunity for students to learn how to create their own routines
-Group and individual evaluations and awards
-Modern body movement technique classes
-Marching fundamentals
-Free instructional manuals
-Optional sponsor/instructor sessions
Leadership Clinic: Agenda
-Group Psychology
-Self Analysis
-Creativity exercises
-Problem solving
-Motivational concepts
-Solving discipline problems
-Teamwork methods
-Training student leaders
-Interactive exercises to solve various problems
-Exercises and interactive activities that have purpose
-Activities that can be used at home to achieve results
-Learning about maturity and responsibility
-New curriculum each year
Mace & Signal Baton Workshop: Agenda
-Spice up performance skills with spectacular tricks, salutes, and twirling routines
-Develop a dynamic visual presentation sure to dazzle the audience and the judges too!
-Break away from common Drum Major staging, making a powerful contribution to the visual elements of the band’s performance
-Expert instructors with extensive performance experience
-Three levels of instruction
Student Conductor Workshop: Agenda
-Group conducting sessions focused on basic conducting techniques
-Individualized instruction throughout the clinic
-Lab Band: Students conduct a live ensemble of other workshop attendees
-Students are recorded & provided with video footage of their conducting experience daily
-Private Conducting Lessons
-Time devoted to study scores & recordings from your own school with our staff
-Opportunities to share & exchange ideas with campers from schools throughout the country
-Input and feedback from our First Class staff
Drill Design Clinic: Agenda
-Beginner level training for Pyware 3D drill design software and drill design methodology
-Advanced level training for more advanced techniques with Pyware 3D
-Individual assistance and an opportunity to work on your own marching band drills
-State-of-the art computer lab
-Exchange of ideas
-Discussions about special individual situations
Marching Band Directors Clinic: Agenda
-Teaching fundamentals for flags and color guard concerns
-Basic teaching techniques for marching percussion
-Rehearsal techniques for marching fundamentals
-Music rehearsal techniques for marching band
-Motivational and leadership concepts
-Basic drill design techniques
-Group psychology
-Discussion groups, exchanging ideas and solutions to problems
-Observation and discussion of video tapes of various marching bands
-Percussion topics for band directors
-Modern body movements and choreography
-Special considerations for large and small bands
-Recruitment, public relations and marketing ideas
-Parade marching
-Question – answer sessions with the experts
-Solutions to typical marching band problems
-How to teach and clean drill
-Identifying and solving posture problems and stylistic inconsistencies
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership program: Our Camp Website Link: www.swclinics.com
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: DISCOUNTS
-HALF PRICE for Drum Major Week 2 if attending Week 1.
-HALF PRICE for Leadership, Mace & Signal Baton, and Student Conductor Workshops if attending any other Clinic.
-Band Directors can attend the Drill Design or Marching Band Directors Workshops for free if sending 20 or more students and half price if sending 12-19 students to any combination of clinics or workshops.
-Colorguard sponsors or instructors can attend the Flag and Rifle Clinic free if sending 20 or more students and half price if sending 1-19 students to any combination of clinics or workshops.
-Student discounts of 10% are available for schools sending 12-19 students, and 20% for sending 20 or more students to any combination of sessions. If one student attends more than one session, each additional attendance counts towards the minimum. PAYMENTS MUST BE COLLECTED AND MADE IN BULK AND SET UP WITH THE OFFICE IN ADVANCE.
OTHER CAMP INFO: SW will transport participants to and from Champaign (air, train, bus) terminals for those traveling using public transportation. A SW staff member in a SW shirt and a sign will meet participants at their designated location. SW IS NOT a licensed chauffeur service. Our transportation assistance is intended provide free service to help minimize travel expenses costs. SW is not responsible for delays or cancellations that may occur while traveling. SW will not be responsible for traveler's expenses resulting from cancellations, hotels, meals, or bag fees. SW provides this service for pick up in Champaign only. Those needing this assistance are required to complete and send us the Public Transportation Form. Mail/fax/e-mail it to us not less than 5 days in advance of your arrival.
View our online information packet under "information documents" online
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
ILLINOIS LOCATION at EIU Charleston, IL
JULY 7-10, 2020:
-Flag/Rifle Clinic- $335 Resident/$255 Commuter.
-Marching Band Clinic- $335 Resident/$255 Commuter.
-Drumline & Front Ensemble Clinic- $335 Resident/$255 Commuter.
-Marching Band Directors Clinic- $385 Resident/$275 Commuter. (CPDU credit, grad credit available)
JULY 10-12, 2020:
-Drill Design Clinic- $295 Resident/$225 Commuter. (CPDU credit, Grad credit available)
-Leadership Clinic- $265 Resident/$205 Commuter.
JULY 12-17, 2020:
-Drum Major Clinic- week 1- $560 Resident/$440 Commuter.
JULY 17-19, 2020:
-Mace and Signal Baton Clinic- $265 Resident/ $205 Commuter.
-Student Conductor Clinic- $265 Resident/ $205 Commuter.
JULY 19-24, 2020:
-Drum Major Clinic- week 2- $560 Resident/$440 Commuter.
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Smith Walbridge Clinics
Visit Our PGC Basketball Website
866-338-2308
info[AT]pgcbasketball.com
Choose from over 80 camps across the US and Canada each year
Across the US and Canada
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
WEST: California, Colorado, Idaho, Oregon, Montana, Washington, Wyoming
MIDWEST: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin
NORTHEAST: Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont
SOUTHWEST: Arizona, Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas
SOUTHEAST: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia<
Canada: Alberta, Ontario
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
P.O. Box 2202
Mandeville, LA 70470
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our PGC Basketball Video
CAMPER AGES: Overnight Camps for 7th thru 12th grades; Skills Academy day camps for 4th thru 7th grades.
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION:
PGC Basketball offers game-changing basketball camps for boys and girls entering grades 4 through 12, with locations coast to coast in the United States and Canada. Plus, coaches attend PGC too!
Each summer, 10,000 players from middle school to college attend a PGC Basketball camp or Skills Academy. PGC is for dedicated players who truly want to get better and players of all positions are welcome!
Any player will benefit from PGC—regardless of position or skills—as long as they want to learn and get better.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, and more. Beyond The Game. At PGC Basketball Camps, Players Develop A Winning Mindset & Leadership Skills On & Off The Court. There Is No Other Place On The Planet Like PGC To Develop A Player's Basketball IQ, Mindset, Leadership, Playmaking, & Confidence — All At The Same Time.
CAMP LOCATION: PGC partners with schools, universities, and private training facilities in 30+ US states and Canadian provinces providing a wide selection of camp locations to choose from. Visit our schedule & locations page for more details: Our Camp Website Link: pgcbasketball.com
Locations include:
WEST: California, Colorado, Idaho, Oregon, Montana, Washington, Wyoming
MIDWEST: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin
NORTHEAST: Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont
SOUTHWEST: Arizona, Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas
SOUTHEAST: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia<
Canada: Alberta, Ontario
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO:
For 28 years, PGC Basketball has been the worldwide leader in teaching players how to think the game, be a leader, and run the show.
We believe every player deserves to know how to unlock their potential. We believe every player deserves to discover how to be a leader on and off the court. And, we believe every player deserves to know how to use the game to propel themselves to success in life.
At PGC Basketball, we’re a team of passionate teachers of the game who won’t stop at anything in our quest to inspire and equip dedicated players and coaches everywhere.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Since 2012, PGC has provided more than $500,000 in financial assistance. Each year, we do our best to assist as many families as possible.
Scholarship applications begin each spring for summer sessions at: Our Camp Website Link: pgcbasketball.com
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit our website to learn about our summer overnight basketball camps, our skills academy camps for youth players, and our fall weekend camps.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Our PGC staff are remarkable individuals with a passion to learn, grow, and impact others. There are three ways to get involved: be a volunteer coach, join our paid summer staff, or join our year-round team.
Our Camp Website Link: pgcbasketball.com
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PGC Basketball
Visit Our AlphaStar Academy Website
+1 (650) 273-4089
info[AT]alphastar.academy
100 Saratoga Ave #100
Santa Clara, California 95051
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
100 Saratoga Ave Suite 100 Santa Clara, CA 95051 United States
CAMPER AGES: 8-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Online. Weekdays 9am-5pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: AlphaStar Summer Camp is a unique opportunity for interested and talented students to improve their skills during summer, where students are guided and trained by expert faculty via utilizing national and international competitions in a fun and challenging environment. We offer Math,Computer Science and Physics camps.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Computers, Math, Academics, and more.
▌Read More about AlphaStar Academy
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our programs & courses are now Fully Accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Schools,
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC)
AlphaStar Academy mainly considers teaching, competition, and education background as well as passion and dedication for the subject when hiring full-time and part-time teachers.
We hire our instructors and TAs from a pool of High School, College, Ph.D. students, school teachers, and University Professors. Our faculty have teaching/coaching/tutoring experience and have expertise in the subject area, regardless of their age.
They have participation and/or training experience in national/international math competitions and Olympiads in Math, CS, and Physics such as USAMO, USACO, USAPhO, IMO, IOI, and IPhO.
They are role models and inspiration for students with their backgrounds and achievements. You can check their bio at Our Camp Website Link: alphastar.academy
As being an academy operating more than 10 years we have tens of achievements in national and international contests and olympiads. You can check our achievements at Our Camp Website Link: alphastar.academy
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: AlphaStar Academy is offering Math Scholarships to help young mathletes excel further and achieve their true potential in math.
In 2021, up to $40,000 will be given as course credit. Each winner can use $2,000 course credit for online AlphaStar Math courses/camps for one year.
For details please visit Our Camp Website Link: alphastar.academy
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: AlphaStar Academy offers year-round courses during Fall and Spring semesters. You can check the details at Our Camp Website Link: alphastar.academy and Our Camp Website Link: alphastar.academy
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For summer camp details, please visit Our Camp Website Link: alphastar.academy
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
You can check our position vacancies at Our Camp Website Link: alphastar.academy
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AlphaStar Academy
Visit Our Christian Laettner Basketball Clinic Website
815-712-4536
asovern[AT]yorkvillechristian.com
Cross Lutheran School
8609 Route 47
Yorkville, Illinois 60560
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Christian Laettner Basketball Clinic Video
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Saturday, April 18 1:00-2:30 (K-5th grade); 2:30-4:00 (6th-12th grade)
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Yorkville Christian High School is proud to host Christian Laettner and his skills camp. Players of all ages will have an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of the game from a basketball legend. Each $40 registration includes the clinic instruction, a t-shirt and a photo-op with Christian Laettner as well.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Tennis, and more.
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Christian Laettner is the only NCAA player to start in four Final Fours. He was the Wooden Award winner in 1992, which goes to the NCAA Men's Player of the Year.
Christian had a distinguished 14 year NBA career as well, scoring over 11,000 points and playing in the 1997 All-Star game.
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Christian Laettner Basketball Clinic
Visit Our Universal Technical Institute Summer Ignite Website
sfleming[AT]uti.edu
2611 Corporate W Dr.
Lisle, Illinois 60532
CAMPER AGES: Incoming high school seniors
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Using industry tools and technology in the same facilities as our full-time students, Ignite students have the opportunity to train in automotive, motorcycle and collision repair technologies. The skills taught in the program are the same as those included in some UTI courses but at no cost to you.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Math, Science, Technology, Academics, and more. Automotive Instruction
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CAMP FACILITIES: Universal Technical Institute Campus
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Upon successful completion of the program, you can receive credit toward your education if you choose to attend one of UTI's tech schools after your senior year of high school. You’ll be one step closer to post-graduation training for a career as a skilled technician!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Lisle, IL: June 6 - June 24
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Universal Technical Institute Summer Ignite
Visit Our Chicago Filmmakers Adventure Sandwich! Camp Website
(773) 293-1447
coop[AT]chicagofilmmakers.org
Chicago Filmmakers
5243 N. Clark St
Chicago, Illinois 60640
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
Chicago Filmmakers
5243 N. Clark St
Chicago, IL, 60640
CAMPER AGES: 8-12
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Weekdays. 10AM-3PM
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Led by Lily Emerson (aka Moira Funbuttons), the creator and star of the Adventure Sandwich! web series, this camp will allow students to collaborate on the concept, design, and construction of a set, props, and costumes, which they will ultimately use to produce an Adventure Sandwich-style video.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Technology, Academics, and more.
▌Read More about Chicago Filmmakers Adventure Sandwich! Camp
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
August 24-28, $235
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Chicago Filmmakers Adventure Sandwich Camp
Visit Our Camp Adler Website
847-367-0707
damac[AT]adlercenter.org
1700 N. Milwaukee Ave
Libertyville, Illinois 60048
CAMPER AGES: 5-11
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Monday-Friday 9a-4p
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: At Camp Adler, creative young people (ages 5-11) explore and expand their skills in art and performance. During each two-week session, campers will enjoy three conservatory-level art classes and two performance classes. Beyond the creative class experience, campers also participate in a variety of group games and activities, all while developing new friendships!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Located in Libertyville, IL, just west of 94.
CAMP FACILITIES: Located on the historic estate of architect David Adler, we have 11 acres of outdoor spaces, art studios, and music studios to explore!
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Adler is the day camp for creative kids. Staffed by accredited faculty, each camper will experience conservatory level art and performance classes.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Camp Adler's Junior Counselor program is a wonderful entry into adulthood for Campers entering 7th through 10th grades. Junior Counselors interview for admission to the program and provide letters of reference. They then assist Counselors and Faculty with the classes, while also participating in Jr. Counselor only projects.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The Adler Arts Center provides private music and group art instruction year round.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please see our website for full session dates and details.
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Camp Adler
Visit Our Little Beans Cafe Summer Camp Website
773-251-1025
chicagocamps[AT]littlebeanscafe.com
1809 W Webster Ave
Chicago, Illinois 60614
CAMPER AGES: 3-5
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Mon-Fri 9am-1pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Little Beans offers a fun filled camp for kids 3-5 years. Each week brings a new theme and unique fun. The weeks theme is included in the weeks activities and classes. Imaginative play, a daily class, a healthy snack and outdoor fun included everyday. Lunch can be brought from home or purchased for $5.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Located in Bucktown on Webster between Damen and Elston.
▌Read More about Little Beans Cafe Summer Camp
CAMP FACILITIES: Outdoor play on the deck as well as lots of indoor play in our playspace.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp for a Cause: Each week the kids will participate in a service project for a local charity tied to helping those in need enjoy active or imaginative play in a meaningful way.
LBC offers a half day session (9:00am-1:00pm), five days a week in Chicago. There are options to register for either five days/week, three days/week, two day/week or single days which can be purchased as a flex pass to be used throughout the summer. Campers enjoy daily camp activities including imaginative playtime in the LBC playspace, circle time with music and fun, crafts, a daily class, outdoor time on the LBC deck, healthy snack time and more! Each week we have a new theme. The theme will be tied to the week’s activities and classes.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Monday-Friday, 9am-1pm
June 12th, 2017 - September 1, 2017
Pricing: $200 for 5 days, $120 for 3 days, $80 for 2 days
*A deposit is taken for each week during registration
Don’t want to commit to a schedule? Consider a Flex Pass. Flex passes let you buy 5 or 10 days of camp and choose the dates to use throughout the 2017 camp session.
Flex Pass Rates:
$230 for 5 day flex pass
$460 for 10 day flex pass
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Little Beans Cafe Summer Camp
Visit Our Peoria Ballet Summer Intensive Website
309-690-7990
Eureka College (First two weeks) then Peoria Ballet
300 East College Ave. / 809 West Detweiller Dr.
Eureka/Peoria, IL 724/725
MOST RECENT UPDATE:
More than 6 months ago. Contact camp for the latest 2025 camp info.
CAMPER AGES: 10+
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. First two weeks overnight with weekend available. 3 weeks in Peoria may use dorms or stay with families
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: At Eureka College we are directly in between Bloomington, IL and Peoria, IL.
Peoria is in the heart of Illinois 2 1/2 hours South of Chicago and about 3 hours North of St.Louis
▌Read More about Peoria Ballet Summer Intensive
CAMP FACILITIES: At Eureka dormitory living with meals. Pool, workout area, and everything with in walking distance. Small town feel, safe and secure area.
At Peoria Ballet- State of the art studio's with Harlequin flooring. 4 studios. Small class sizes.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Intensive ballet training with modern, jazz, tap, lyrical too.
Performance after fifth week.
Peoria Ballet Artistic Director Servy Gallardo will be Master Teacher along with Guillermo Levya of Alma Dance Company, Chicago and Reida Dolbi.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camp
OTHER CAMP INFO: Brochure and registration information available at Our Camp Website Link: www.peoriaballet.com
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 17-July19.
You may enroll for one week or all five!
$310.00 per week. Housing at Eureka is $60.00 per day or $780.00 for 13 days.
For weeks following Eureka Host families may be available..
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Peoria Ballet Summer Intensive
Visit Our Ballroom Combo Dance Camp Website
708-532-6237
info[AT]heartsoledance.com
7038 183rd Street
Tinley Park, Illinois 60477
CAMPER AGES: 9-13
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located east of Harlem Avenue on 183rd Street
▌Read More about Ballroom Combo Dance Camp
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: These fun, high energy camps teach a mixture of smooth and rhythm dances through the learning of fun routines. Perform the routines on the last day for friends and family!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 14th-18th and/or August 11th-15th
Please refer to the studio's website for tuition fees
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Ballroom Combo Dance Camp
Visit Our The Learnatory STEAM Summer Camps Website
347-787-0435
Register[AT]thelearnatory.org
Brooklyn, New York 11215
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico.
CAMPER AGES: 7 years - 17 years old
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: The Learnatory Esports & Coding STEAM Camps are for those passionate about video games and excited to code! National Esports Champions teach rising 3rd thru 11th graders proven strategies and provide personal VOD analyses of their gameplay in: Fortnite, Roblox, Minecraft, Rocket League. Coding & Game Design STEAM Summer Camps include: SCRATCH, JavaScript, Python, C# thru Unity.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Team Sports, Computers, Technology, Academics, and more. Esports, Coding & Game Design.
CAMP LOCATION: We offer live instructors online.
▌Read More about The Learnatory STEAM Summer Camps
CAMP FACILITIES: Virtual
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Since 1978, The Learnatory has provided exceptionally robust summer camps as the perfect blend of academic development and recreational fun! Our goal is always to help young people develop the curiosity to explore, the confidence to discover, and the character to grow with excellence. Our small group ratio of 6:1 ensures each camper gets personal attention and enthusiastic support to address their passions and interests.
The Learnatory Esports & Coding STEAM Camps are for those passionate about video games and excited to code! National Esports Champions teach rising 3rd thru 11th graders proven strategies and provide personal VOD analyses of their gameplay in: Fortnite, Roblox, Minecraft, Rocket League. Coding & Game Design STEAM Summer Camps include: SCRATCH, JavaScript, Python, C# thru Unity.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Partial scholarship grants are awarded as needed and when available.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Through The Learnatory In-School, After-School, Home-School, Weekend, Summer Camps, and online programs, The Learnatory, has served over 12,000 college-bound youth and teens in Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York City effectively and significantly boost their academic, personal, and career development. We offer over 50 various STEAM courses and programs. Our virtual program began in the Summer, 2020 and will continue to operate to serve more young people nationwide.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Esports camps are coached by actual top National Esports Champions.
Each camper receives a proprietary PEP (Prescribed Educational Plan) for every class they take that states exactly what skills they will learn and documents at the end how well they learned them.
Esports camps are designed for those passionate about video games because research shows “Gamers are more likely to pursue high-paying careers in the lucrative STEM/STEAM fields than non-gamers.”
Coding is a basic literacy in the digital age, and it is important for kids to understand and be able to work with and understand the technology around them.
Tutoring to help students catch up, keep up, or get ahead.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Three 1-week camps offered from June 28 through July 31, 2021.
Three classes offered daily:
8:30 am – 10:30 am
10:45 am – 12:45 pm
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
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The Learnatory STEAM Summer Camps
Visit Our One Step Programs Website
312-924-4220
312-235-6838
dperkins[AT]onestepcamp.org
300 Conference Point Road
Williams Bay, Wisconsin 53191
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Park City, Utah
Springfield, Illinois
Chicago, Illinois
Washington DC
Walworth, Wisconsin
Charlotte, North Carolina
Mauston, Wisconsin
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
213 W. Institute Pl. Suite 511
Chicago, Illinois 60610
CAMPER AGES: 5 - 19
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. 3-day, up to two-week long programs
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: We are an organization that provides programs to help campers with the special medical needs that they may have as a result of treatment for cancer.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: We are an organization that provides programs to help campers with the special medical needs that they may have as a result of treatment for cancer.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Baseball, Golf, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Our main program is located on the the beachfront of Lake Geneva, approximately 1 hour from Milwaukee, and 1 1/2 hours Northwest of Chicago, Ill.
▌Read More about One Step Programs
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: While we only ask parents for 10% of the cost, for a camper to attend a program, we offer partial or full camperships for families who may not be able to afford the tuition for a program.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We have a Brain Tumor Family Camp that is specifically designed for families with a child with a Brain Tumor diagnosis, and/or a Brain Tumor Survivor.
In addition, we have out "general" Family Camp for families with a child that has a cancer diagnosis, and/or are a survivor.
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One Step Programs
Visit Our IAJHSC Summer Leadership Camp Website
lthompson[AT]rankin98.org
515 Old Timber Rd
Monticello, Illinois 61856
CAMPER AGES: 6th - 8th grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Purpose: To provide opportunities for the delegates to gain leadership skills, a deeper understanding of the democratic process and to participate in the exchange of ideas which will, in turn, help improve Student Councils in the delegates' home schools.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Leadership.
CAMP LOCATION: 4-H Memorial Camp/Allerton Park
Monticello, IL
The camp facility is Memorial Camp which is located at Allerton Park, near Monticello, IL. Each delegate must provide his/her own transportation to and from camp. Maps will be provided in a mailing to follow receipt of registartion materials.
▌Read More about IAJHSC Summer Leadership Camp
CAMP FACILITIES: Camp delegates are assigned to live in cabins with other junior high students and one or two Junior Counselors. Delegates will not be housed with students from their home school. The cabins have bunk beds with foam rubber mattresses. Delegates must provide their own bedding. Delegate cabins are located in close proximity to the Senior Staff and the Camp Nurse.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: >During the week of camp, each delegate is assigned to a mock Student Council of 15-20 students. In order for the delegates to meet students from other schools, each delegate is placed in a council with students from schools other thatn his/her home school. Each mock Student Council elects officers, establishes committees and has camp responsibilities to complete. Councils meet at least once during each day with a member of the Senior Staff and 2 or 3 Junior Counselors.
General Sessions are held each day for all camp delegates. These are learning sessions presented by members of the Senior staff and include such topics as job training, brainstorming, and much more. In addition, the Senior Staff presents information about planning agendas, project plannng, parlimentary procedure, and evaluation during the council meetings.
Recreation is held at least once a day. Delegates can go swimming, boating, shoot archery, play volleybal, or make crafts. The camp store is open at this time so delegates may purchase snacks.
The evening acivities include special events: a square dance, a picnic and junior olympics, and a dance. The final evening activity of the week is a banquet followed by Achievement Night which inlcudes a candle lighting ceremony. Each day ends with time to reflect and sing around the campfire.
Camp Staff
The Senior Staff is made up of teachers who are student council advisors in their home schools. In addition to the camp Director, and Senior staff, there is a staff nurse. The Junior Counselors (JC's) are high school students who attended IAJHSC Leadership Camp as junior high/middle school students. They are also involved in leadership experiences in high school. The Junior Counselors are a carefullly selected group of higly capable, responsible, and enthusiastic individuals.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership Camp.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Camp delegates are assigned to live in cabins with other junior high students and one or two Junior Counselors. Delegates will not be housed with students from their home school. The cabins have bunk beds with foam rubber mattresses. Delegates must provide their own bedding. Delegate cabins are located in close proximity to the Senior Staff and the Camp Nurse.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 18-24, 2023
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IAJHSC Summer Leadership Camp
Visit Our Shooting and Scoring Camp with Ryan Goodson Website
630-539-2100
hoopmountain.dgibbs[AT]gmail.com
1312 Park St
Bloomington, Illinois 61701
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
120 W Golf Rd.
CAMPER AGES: Going into 5th- going into 12th grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Boy Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: This Camp is 3 Days and campers will be directed Ryan Goodson who has worked with many NBA players such Stephen Curry. Each camper will get a booklet with all the drills. Campers will also receive Ryan Goodson's Online Training video for free.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Our Camp is at Illinois Wesleyan University Which is right off Intersection 74. We are about 2 hours away from Chicago, Indianapolis, and St. Louis. More information about this on the website.
▌Read More about Shooting and Scoring Camp with Ryan Goodson
CAMP FACILITIES: Campers will stay in the Illinois Wesleyan University Dorms. Then eat in the dining halls at the school ,and also play on the courts at the university.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
This Camp is 395.00 for 3 days which are July29th- July 31st. More Information is on our website.
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Shooting and Scoring Camp with Ryan Goodson
Visit Our Camp Tapawingo Website
888-623-1237
gsci[AT]girlscouts-gsci.org
1452 Hickory Point Road
Metamora, Illinois 61548
CAMPER AGES: 5-17 years of age
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Weekends
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Girl Scouts
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: We can adapt to special needs.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Team Sports, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Challenge Course - Both Low & High Courses, Archery, Hiking, Boating
CAMP LOCATION: Camp Tapawingo, ACA Accredited, is a 640-acre camp facility located 15 miles from Peoria. The cornerstone of this property is its Equestrian Center where girls learn horseback riding skills and horse care. The Center includes a state-of-the-art stables with an indoor air-conditioned classroom, trading post and a barn classroom along with an 80’x160’ indoor riding arena with an observation area.
A large outdoor riding arena completes the Equestrian Center. Mary Morgan Lodge, a 12,000 square foot multi-level, air-conditioned dining hall and program center is the point where all campers gather for meals. Camp Tapawingo also features an in-ground pool, adventure course, archery, canoeing, and miles of hiking trails.
Campers utilize four main rustic living units – Rustling Oaks, Setting Sun, White Cloud, and Shining Star – that provide platform tents and unit houses. These unit houses have electricity, indoor bathrooms, hot water, and kitchen facilities.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Campers utilize four main rustic living units – Rustling Oaks, Setting Sun, White Cloud, and Shining Star – that provide platform tents and unit houses. These unit houses have electricity, indoor bathrooms, hot water, and kitchen facilities.
Setting Sun, Rustling Oaks, White Cloud and Shining Star units are available for camping. Each unit with the exception of Rustling Oaks, has a unit house and platform tents. Rustling Oaks contains a unit house only. The unit houses are all equipped with indoor flush toilets (White Cloud has composting toilets), full kitchen with cooking equipment, fireplaces, electricity, tables, chairs and mattresses (no cots), and electric heat. The platform tents are available April 15 through October 15 and house 3-4 people per tent with cots and mattresses. Each unit has a fire circle and comes with standard basic outdoor cooking equipment.
Setting Sun sleeps 20 indoors and 26 outdoors in platform tents.
Rustling Oaks sleeps 16 indoors and has a shower.
Shining Star sleeps 24 indoors and 35 outdoors in platform tents.
White Cloud sleeps 24 indoors and 35 outdoors in platform tents.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Your group can experience many activities while staying at Camp Tapawingo including team building on our high and low ropes courses, test your aim on our archery range or take a relaxing ride through the property on horseback. A small paddling lake can be explored in a canoe. If exploring on your own, hiking trails wind throughout the property. These activities are dependent on trained staff and/or volunteer availability.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have both CIT and LIT programs as well as Leadership Camps and camp assistants.
If you love working with younger campers and hanging out with older Girl Scouts at camp, you’ll love this two-week session! You’ll spend the first week improving your camping and leadership skills and observing the counselors in action as you begin the sisterhood journey. The second week you’ll be paired with a unit to lead daily camp activities. As a CIT, you’ll have plenty of time to stay up late making midnight grilled cheese and playing goofy games.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial assistance is available.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Our summer activities are open to all girls, including non-Girl Scouts. Any girl entering first grade through twelfth grade is welcome at camp. You don’t have to have any camping experience to come to camp, and you don’t have to come with friends or a troop. You’ll make new friends while you’re here. The GSCI summer camp experience is available in many forms: resident camp; day camp; family events; and core camping, where troops stay at camp and camp staff run activities.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp Tapawingo is a year-round camp with mainly activities and camping.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.getyourgirlpower.org
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
For camp jobs info please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.getyourgirlpower.org.
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Visit Our Salt Creek Ballet Summer Camps Website
630/769-1199
98 E Chicago Avenue
Westmont, Illinois 60559
CAMPER AGES: 3 - 18
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Salt Creek Ballet provides excellence in dance education all year long. High level training also available for the summer: Join us for up to TWO WEEKS of Fairy Tale Ballet Camp and/or Creative Ballet Camp (July 20 - 24 & July 27 - 31) for ages 3-7. Weekly Ballet classes (June 8 - July 17) also offered for ages 3-8 and TEEN/ADULTS. We offer Pre-Professional summer programs for ages 9+.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, and more. Ballet
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CAMP FACILITIES: We have 4 state of the art dance studios all with sprung floors and marley.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Visit us at Our Camp Website Link: www.saltcreekballet.org for more information.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For more information, visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.saltcreekballet.org
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Salt Creek Ballet Summer Camps
Visit Our Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts Summer Art Camp Website
215-972-2054
215-972-2105
artcamp[AT]pafa.org
118 North Broad Street
Youth and Family Programs
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
CAMPER AGES: 6-14
TYPE OF CAMP: Online. Mon-Fri: 9am - 3pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Every day, campers engage in live, interactive art making with their instructors and friends on the video platform Zoom. We also use Canvas for sharing daily schedules, online artwork and discussions between campers and instructors. And as always, every camp week will culminate with a virtual exhibition and opening reception for family and friends live streamed on Zoom.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Center City, Philadelphia, PA. one block from historic City Hall.
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: - Live Zooming and friendship-making time (prescheduled so your family can plan ahead!)
- Off-screen activities for independent play and learning (and naps! and yard time!)
- Hands-on activities with real art materials (art camp should be a little messy!)
- Small group sizes ensure that campers receive high quality instruction and individual attention from their teachers.
- Daily movement and mindfulness exercises integrated throughout the day to get the wiggles out
Camp tuition includes an Art Toolbox mailed to your home and a live exhibition every Friday that the whole family can attend, even those living far away.
Camp Staff:
Katerina Romanenko, Ph.D. Assistant Director of Youth and Family Programs
An experienced educator and visual culture historian, Dr. Romanenko specializes in Museum education, art history, American History, and object-based learning in formal and informal environments. She holds a PhD in Art History from the City University of New York and for more than 15 years teaches art history and works in Museum education. She also holds a BA in Education Sciences and has experience in research, development and implementation of educational programs for different age groups.
Alicia Mino, Art Educator, Manager of the School and Community Programs
An accomplished practicing artists and art educator, Alicia Mino received her Master’s in visual communication from the Metropolitan University of Chile, She spent fifteen years in Italy studying art history, oil painting, and sculpture. She presented in numerous art exhibitions and founded the Mates Art and Design Studio, where she taught drawing, oil/acrylic painting, and sculpture fundamentals for ten years. In 2008 Alicia moved to Philadelphia where she continues to exhibit her work and teaches art.
Lindsey Murphy, Art Educator and K-8 Program Coordinator
An art educator with over a decade of experience in the field of education, Lindsey Murphy has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology; concentration in Archaeology from Millersville University, and an Elementary Teaching Certification from Millersville University. She worked as a general education classroom teacher in the Oxford Area School District in Chester County, PA for 8 years, and has worked in PAFA’s education department over the past 11 years creating and implementing numerous museum tours and art making experiences for children and families of all backgrounds, becoming the K-8 Program Coordinator in 2019..
Melissa Hendrixson, Art Educator
Melissa Hendrixson is an artist and art educator who has worked in Museum Education for over five years. She has her Bachelor's of Fine Arts and Studio Certificate from Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and has gained experience through assisting the coordination and development of various museum programming including family programs, youth art classes, and summer camps. She now works for the School and Community Partnership Program as an art educator where she develops and implements museum tours, school lessons, and community outreach programs to support student learning, parental engagement and visual literacy initiatives.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: It is our sincere desire that no child be denied the opportunity to attend camp because of financial difficulties. Thanks to our generous donors, PAFA is able to offer a limited number of scholarships.
Please email artcamp[AT]pafa.org to receive a scholarship application
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Friday Art Show
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: PAFA offers a year round programs, online and in person for youth and families that engage parents and children with the museum collection and art-making. Our programs inculde art classes for middle school students, afterschool program for kids 6-11, and Sunday Family workshops. please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.pafa.org
OTHER CAMP INFO: Drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, comic books and graphic novels, collage and mixed media, and video arts.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Dates
June 21 - August 13, 8 weeks
Ages: 6-14 (groups: 6-8; 9-11; 12-14)
Mon-Fri from 9am - 3pm each day (except July 5rd).
For camps description, cost and schedule go to the registration website. Our Camp Website Link: www.pafa.org
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Assistants and Camp Instructors.
Please visit for current job announcements and apply viaÂ
Our Camp Website Link: hr.pafa.org
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Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts Summer Art Camp
Visit Our Nike College Prospect Cross Country Camp at Elmhurst College Website
1-800-645-3226
running[AT]ussportscamps.com
190 Prospect Avenue
Elmhurst, Illinois Elmhurst
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Nike College Prospect Cross Country Camp at Elmhurst College Video
CAMPER AGES: 12-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Conveniently located just 17 miles outside Chicago, Elmhurst College is an ideal location for summer training. Crushed limestone paths and grass running surfaces are within a short distance from campus. Campers will also have access to running on the Elmhurst College track and artificial turf soccer field.
Boys and girls ages 12-18 will learn the fundamentals necessary for efficient running. Drills to improve proper mechanics and form will be incorporated daily. A combination of distance and speed training will be utilized to help each runner prepare for his or her cross-country season. Mini clinics will be taught by staff and guest speakers to help campers learn applicable training theory, drills and functional core strength.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Weightloss, and more. Running, Cross Country.
CAMP LOCATION: Conveniently located just 17 miles outside Chicago
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CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Director Charlie Kern has been coaching since 1991. Charlie is currently the Head boys track coach and assistant cross country coach at York HS in Elmhurst, IL. He has coached conference, sectional, state and national championship teams. Charlie has coached at the club, middle school, high school, and junior college levels.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit the camp webpage for additional information
Our Camp Website Link: www.ussportscamps.com
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Nike College Prospect Cross Country Camp at Elmhurst College
Visit Our Music Theater Works YouthREACH Performing Arts Camp Website
(847) 920-5360
info[AT]musictheaterworks.org
516 W. 4th Street
Wilmette, Illinois
CAMPER AGES: 8-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Young performers (8-13) learn acting singing, and dancing in preparation for a performance. As students mature and gain greater proficiency in their craft, Music Theater Works takes them from technique to production. This intensive training workshop is designed for students who are serious about pursuing musical theater performance
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Our space is ADA accessible.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, and more.
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CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to our website for complete information.
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Music Theater Works YouthREACH Performing Arts Camp
Visit Our Mason's Place Too Website
618)489-1129
trenamccoy112[AT]yahoo.com
masonsplacetoo[AT]yahoo.com
125North Ruby Lane
Fairview Heights, Illinois 62208
CAMPER AGES: 3-12
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. 8:30-3:30
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Mason's Place Too is a Language based curriculum that encompass academics which many of our students can lose over the summer. We also offer a variety of activities arts and crafts, story telling dress-up, field trips.social skills etc.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Our camp is designed for kids with disabilities. Our camp offers sensory based activities and social skills and sensory room for students who are sensory overloaded.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Horses/Equestrian, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Sensory Seeking
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in Beautiful Fairview Heights Illinois right off the highway.
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CAMP FACILITIES: We are air condition facility with recreation room and play area
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: licensed nurse and Co -owner Masters Degree in Special Education ABA therapy
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Activities of Daily Living
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Some scholarships available
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: WE offer Daycare and after school program
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 14 through July 25, 2022 camp ranges from 1250-3000
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Mason's Place Too is looking for a teacher with a Bachelors degree in education and individual with associate degree in early childhood. for more information regarding job expectations and requirements please call 618-489-1129
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Masons Place Too
Visit Our Dream Big Camps Website
773-944-9146
siobhan[AT]dreambigeducation.org
5255 N. Ashland Ave/ 651 W Lake St.
Chicago, IL 60640/ 60661
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
Literacenter
c/o Dream Big
641 W Lake St,
Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60661
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Dream Big Camps Video
CAMPER AGES: 3 - 18
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Week-long drama camps.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Dream Big Camps are a great opportunity to build confidence, get creative, and build relationships! During our acclaimed weekly Drama Camps, children will act, sing, dance, and play theatre games centered around themes like Hamilton Fanatics, Star Wars, Harry Potter, and Sing. Campers will also create costume, prop and set pieces. Camps culminate in a performance of an original show! Taught by skilled teaching artists, each week engages children in an unforgettable collaborative experience!
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: We can accommodate children with special needs. Our Director of Camps is a former learning specialist, and looks forward to working with families to make drama camp available for ALL kids!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Most of our camps are located in Andersonville 1 block north of Foster on the corner of Ashland and Berwyn, at First Free Church: 5255 N. Ashland Ave
We we also be offering camps in the West Loop at Open Books: 651 W Lake St.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Most of our camps are hosted in a beautiful newly constructed building of the First Free Church. It is air conditioned.
There will also be camps hosted at Open Books in the West Loop. It is air conditioned.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our camps and classes are all taught by professional teaching artists who engage campers in fun drama games and activities that foster creativity, self-expression and teamwork. Each week is designed around a creative theme and age group. Campers collaborate together to create a performance piece to be performed at the end of each week. These camps are based on dramatic play and exploration. We are proud to announce that we were the recipient of the 2013 Red Tricycle Award for "Most Awesome Dance and Theater Class" in Chicago!
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Students entering 5th-8th grades are invited to be a Jr. Camp Counselor for any camp geared towards 3-7 year olds. Jr. Camp Counselor’s receive a 50% discount for their assistance and their responsibilities include:
•Assist with drama games by leading with examples
•Help with story/show creation by supporting and enhancing the creative ideas of the younger campers
•Create and help with set/prop/costume development
•Assist with set up for different activities
•Assist with songs and dances
•Lead warm ups and games with supervision (if desired)
•Arrive 15 minutes early and stay 15 minutes late to help with set up/clean up and go over goals and planning
Students entering 9th-12th grade are welcome to apply for internships with us during the summer. To apply, please fill out this form. Sr. Camp Counselor responsibilities include:
•Assist with drama games-lead with examples
•Create and help with set/prop/costume development
•Assist with set up for different activities
•Act as a leader for songs and dances for younger campers
•Lead warm ups and games with supervision (if desired)
•Aide in taking young campers for restroom/drink breaks
•Arrive 15 minutes early and stay 15 minutes late to help with set up/clean up and go over goals and planning
•Assist with supervision and play at the park during breaks
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Please inquire. We do provide partial scholarships as needed.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Dream Big Performing Arts Workshops offer drama integration in-school residencies in Chicago schools, and after school enrichment programs in Chicago and Naperville.
OTHER CAMP INFO: We are also partnering with JCC Camping this summer. Check out: Our Camp Website Link: www.gojcc.org for more information.
We also offer a 4 week production camp. The camp runs from July 23rd- August 18th. This year we are excited to announce that we will be putting on Alice in Wonderland JR. This PROFESSIONAL STAGE EXPERIENCE features 2 live performances on the MAIN STAGE at the historic Athenaeum Theatre complete with FULL COSTUMES, SETS, LIGHTS, and SOUND. Our design and creative teams work together seamlessly to ensure the best production process and camp experience possible! This is a rich training ground for young musical theater performers in an educational environment that is both nurturing and fun!
Follow this link to learn more and register: Our Camp Website Link: www.dreambigperformingarts.com.
Camps themes this summer include: Hamilton Fanatics, My Little Pony, Alice in Wonderland Jr. Week, Sing, Harry Potter, Stranger Things, Detective Camp featuring MC2, Pokemon, Star Wars, Musical Theater featuring Sound of Music, Superheroes and Supervillians, and so so much more!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
We offer camps each week throughout the summer for all different ages. Each week-long half-day camp is $225. We also have full day options, before care, and after care.
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Visit Our Hoop Mountain Midwest Summer Camp Website
(630) 539-2100
hoopmountain.dgibbs[AT]gmail.com
1312 Park Street
Bloomington, Illinois 61701
CAMPER AGES: 5th-12th grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Boy Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Our 2019 boys summer basketball camps will once again be held at Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington (Central Illinois). Starting with our Shooting & Scoring Camp on July 27th-29th, followed by our Point Guard, Perimeter, and Big Man Camps on the 29th-31st. These summer camps are for boys entering the 5th-12th grade and each camp is open for overnight or commuter/day campers. All of our camps have a passionate coaching staff that is dedicated to helping each of our campers improve their basketball skills and ability.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, and more.
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Visit Our Windridge Farm Summer Horse Camp Website
630-842-5455
tammy.windridgefarm[AT]gmail.com
440 Royce Rd
Bolingbrook, Illinois 60440
CAMPER AGES: 7-14 years
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. 4 days per week, Monday-Thursday, 9am - 1:30pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Windridge Farm, located on 60 lush green acres, offers a fun and educational summer camp with a hands on opportunity to learn all aspects of horsemanship. Daily lesson with a certified instructor. Learn to tack up, untack, groom, feed, and bathe a horse or pony. Learn anatomy, nutrition, and more through fun Games and Crafts!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Horses/Equestrian, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Windridge Farm is located on 60 acres in Bolingbrook, IL which is a southwest suburb of Chicago near Naperville and Oak Brook. Convenient to Rt 53, I55, I355 expressways and many restaurants and shopping at The Promenade Bolingbrook.
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CAMP FACILITIES: We have four spacious indoor and outdoor riding arenas, Riding School Tack Room, outdoor picnic areas, indoor viewing room and refrigerators, lockers, pastures and many horses, ponies and our barn dog, Pepa.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our camp program includes learning basic horsemanship, english riding skills, horse handling, equine anatomy, demonstrations, crafts and many activities!
Demonstrations: Jumping, Horseshoeing & Vital signs
Want to keep riding after summer camp? We offer year round lessons in our outdoor and heated indoor arenas!
Want to go to horse shows? We offer entry level shows at the farm, we also attend local & national shows with our show team.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Windridge Farm offers english hunter/jumper riding lessons year round!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Summer Camp 2020: Monday - Thursdays 9 AM - 1:30 PM $350.00 per camper per session, multiple session discount. Ages 7 and up. Each Camp is open to ALL Levels - Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Intermediate Riders.
June 15 – 18
June 22 - 25
July 13 - 16
July 20 - 23
August 03 - 06
​* Camp will be divided by level on the first day of camp.
All information is on our website for review and enrollment.
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Visit Our Computer Kids Club Website
302-438-1318
computerkidsclub[AT]aol.com
National
P.O. Box 246
Bear, Delaware 19701
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
This school is a virtual school and offers classes nationwide. We have 1-hour classes, summer camp, holiday and school break camps. Lessons include typing, coding, math, science, arts and learning the Google programs. Classes are designed for K-5.
CAMPER AGES: Ages 5-13
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Online. Schedule on link provided
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Our summer camps, holiday and school break camps are virtual and run for 2.5 hours. Then we have our 1-hour classes available all year long. Students enrich their computer science skills in our program. Typing, Coding, Arts, Math and Google program instruction are key. Just an idea of the fun: Students use computer arts to design a POKEMON, MINECRAFT, ROBLOX or other favorite theme while learning Google Slides or during our ART sessions. Typing is a very important skill to learn and students are taught the correct way to type over a series of classes.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Special Needs are welcome.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Computers, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Since Covid all classes have been shifted to my online program. Use the link provided to access my schedule.
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CAMP FACILITIES: One in-person camp will be held at the Georgetown Public Library in July 2025, located in Sussex County, DE.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Beginner coding skills are taught helping children learn sequencing and terms that grown up coders use everyday to create video games and more. Math and Science activities engage your child in learning and our ARTS program helps students understand how computer artists work in the field.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: This program can also be delivered through our TUTORING service by appointment during the summer.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Online camps such as summer, holiday and school break camps run for 2.5 hours and cost $55 for the session.
1-hour classes run all year long and currently cost $20 per class.
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Computer Kids Club
Visit Our Virtuoso Performing Arts Website
847-998-9900
vpa[AT]VirtuosoPerformingArts.com
8120 Lehigh
Suite 105
Morton Grove, Illinois 60053
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Musical Theater Camp:
(Grades 4-12; all levels)
- Fully-staged production of “Shrek The Musical”
- Professional production process
- Audition experience
- Music, dance, acting workshops
- Guest speakers — Q & A
- Arts & Crafts (day camp only)
All Musical Theater Camp students are required to audition for their roles in the musical. All students will receive a role. Students enrolling after June 1st will be admitted into the program at the discretion of the director.
Mini Musical Munchkins
(Grades 1-3; all levels)
Overview:
- Offers a taste of a professional musical production experience for VPA’s youngest musical theater students
- Culminates in a fully-staged production of “Shrek The Musical” performed with VPA’s 4th-12th grade Musical Theater Camp students (see right)
- Class time includes acting/voice/movement warm-ups, games and workshops, and artistic projects related to the production
- Price includes all rehearsals, costumes and performances for “Shrek The Musical”
Dance Intensives
(Grades 3-12; intermediate/advanced levels)
Grades 3-5 | Int Levels (includes lunch break)
July 21-24, Tues-Fri — 10:30-2:00 pm
Intensives will cover some or all of the following:
Ballet · Jazz · Modern · Hip Hop · Tap*
Conditioning · Nutrition · Composition· Improv
Faculty recommendation required for enrollment.
*Beginning tappers welcome
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Musical Theater, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Camp is held at the Virtuoso Performing Arts studio, located in Morton Grove, Il.
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YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Virtuoso Performing Arts provides classes and lessons in dance, acting, music and tumbling throughout the year. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.virtuosoperformingarts.com to learn more.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.virtuosoperformingarts.com for more camp information.
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Virtuoso Performing Arts
Visit Our Improv Playhouse Website
847.968.4529
info[AT]improvplayhouse.com
116 W Lake Street
Libertyville, Illinois 60048
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
116 W Lake Street
Libertyville, IL 60048
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Improv Playhouse Video
CAMPER AGES: 3rd-12th grades
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Daily, 9am-3pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Improv Playhouse Performing Arts Camps (ACA accredited) involve your child in fun filled, local summer programming with stellar professional staff at prices for families looking for flexible choices and discriminating budgets. Each camp session will offer unique training and each camper will have the opportunity to explore and focus upon new paths of creativity in the Performing Arts. Improv Playhouse emphasizes an environment that nurtures every child as an individual artist, challenges aspiring actors and inspires theater beginners. All levels are encouraged to enroll.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, and more. Improv Comedy Camps
CAMP LOCATION: We have locations in Libertyville and Highland Park, Illinois, two northern suburbs of Chicago. Libertyville locations: 116 W Lake Street and 735 N Milwaukee Ave (60048). Highland Park location: 1991 Sheridan Road (60035). Please visit our website for camp photos.
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our camps are led by performing arts professionals with much experience of working with students of all ages and levels. We offer four two week sessions for all camps.
This year's camps musical theatre camps:
SESSION ONE: 6/15-6/26 - Snow White
SESSION TWO: 6/29 - 7/10 - Aladdin
SESSION THREE: 7/13 -7/24- Wicked Showcase
SESSION FOUR: 7/27 - 8/7 - Beauty and Beast
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Need-based scholarships are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please inquire about payment plans.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Improv Playhouse offers fall, winter, and spring sessions of youth classes, including musical theatre, plays, improv, film-making, and more!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to website for camp tuition rates.
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Improv Playhouse
Visit Our JCC Elaine Frank Apachi Day Camp Website
847-726-0800
info[AT]gojcc.org
23280 North Old McHenry Road
Lake Zurich, Illinois 60047
CAMPER AGES: 3 years-7th grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Daily 9:30 am-3:15 pm, before and after camp programs available
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): JCC Elaine Frank Apachi Day Camp is affiliated with JCC Chicago and is open to the entire community.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Gymnastics, Swimming, Team Sports, Science, Adventure, and more.
Biking
Climbing Wall
Field Trips
Floor Hockey
Ga-ga
Garoon Gateway To Science
Ropes Course
Sand Volleyball
Softball
Martial Arts
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CAMP LOCATION: JCC Elaine Frank Apachi Day Camp is just minutes from downtown Long Grove, just north of Route 22 on Old McHenry Road.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Explore 37 acres of action-packed activities including two heated pools, manicured sports fields, 20,000 sq. ft. air-conditioned cultural arts pavilion for hot or rainy days, athletic courts, baseball fields, nature area with hiking trail, climbing wall with challenge adventure and ropes courses plus Ga-ga, sand Volleyball and a zipline.
Elaine Frank Apachi Day Camp is also home to the Garoon Gateway to Science, the region's only state-of-the-art, outdoor science learning center.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our full-time camp director works year-round to find the best programming and activities to delight your child, creating memories and friendships to last a lifetime. Counselors are guided by staff who are professionals in the fields of social work and education with camp expertise.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leaders of tomorrow can participate in a fun,challenging program where 8th-10th grade campers who like working with young children, develop leadership and communication skills
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid available
OTHER CAMP INFO: JCC Day Camps are open to the entire community and includes daily snacks, a group photo, undernighters, twice weekly lunch, field trips, a camp t-shirt and twice daily swim.
Bust transportation is optional.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
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