By Valley Vibe Staff Writers–
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Plenty of camps are a go this summer, and Valley Vibe has compiled this guide to help you plan your child’s adventures. From performing arts, to sports, to engineering and traditional summer camp fun, there’s engaging activities nearby for all ages and interests.
School Camps
Caurus Academy: Anthem Explorers
41900 N. 42nd Ave, Anthem
www.caurusacademy.org, 623-551-5083
Registration fee waived with Valley Vibe ad until April 15;
$25/child, $50/family after April 15
Weekly themes and in-house field trips for Grades K–5. Camp runs 8 a.m.–4 p.m., June 1–July 2. See weekly pricing online.
Choice Academies
2323 W. Parkside Lane, Phoenix
602-938-5517, www.atbchoice.org
$42/day; $190/week
Daily activities for students in Pre-K–8, including special guests and weekly field trips. Weekdays, June 2–July 16, 7 a.m.–6 p.m.
Ridgeline Academy
33625 N. North Valley Pkwy, Phoenix
623-289-7911, www.ridgelineacademy.org
Kindergarten Bootcamp
$225/one week; $400/two weeks
For Incoming kindergartners to acclimate to the classroom environment and peers. June 21–25 & July 12–16, from 9 a.m.– 1 p.m. Register for one or both weeks. Scholarships available. Daily lunch and free uniform shirt.
Summer School
$120/week; $450/four weeks
Math and reading for students grouped by grade level. Meets the month of June, Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–noon. Snack and recess included. Scholarships available.
Summer Camp
$179/week
Activities in art, science, technology and fun and games for grades K–10. Meets Monday–Friday 7:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m No camp on May 31 or July 5.
Performing Arts Camps
Diamond Dance Works
34406 N 27th Drive, Suite 190, Phoenix
623-582-9858, www.diamonddanceworks.com
Weekly Theme Camps
$120/Week (half–days); $200/Week (full–days)
Ages 5–13 learn various dance genres with a new weekly theme. Monday–Thursday, June 7–July 22, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Future Gem Dance Camp
$50/Week on Tuesdays & Thursdays
Ages 3–4 learn basic dancing techniques with fun themes. From 9–10:30 a.m., June 8 & 10 and June 22 & 24; 1–2:30 p.m., June 15 & 17 and June 29 & July 1.
Princess Camp
$100/week
Ages 3–6 dance with Elsa, Belle, Jasmine, Ariel and Moana 10 a..m.–noon, July 5–8; July 12–15; July 19–22.
Ballet Technique Classes
$15/Drop-in class
Classes meet Tuesday and Thursday 4–5:30 p.m., June 8–July 1. Pre-register at www.diamonddanceworks.com/summer-classes-1.
Intensive Camps
$175–$225
Competitive dancers meet Monday–Friday, June 14–17, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Advanced ballet students meet 9–2:30 p.m., July 12–15.
Musical Theatre of Anthem
42201 N. 41st Drive, Suite B100, Anthem
623-336-6001, www.musicaltheatreofanthem.org
‘School House Rock Live Jr.’
$375
Ages 8–15 rehearse for the Emmy Award–winning cartoon series. Monday–Saturday, June 7–12 and Monday–Thursday, June 14–17, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Performances June 17–19.
Summer Performing Arts Institute
$275
Ballet, tap, improv and more for ages 6-18. Meets June 21–25, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Performances June 25.
‘101 Dalmatians KIDS’
$375
Ages 6-11 audition July 7, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Rehearsals July 7–10 & July 12–15, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Performances July 16–17.
‘Singin’ in the Rain Jr.’
$375
Ages 12–18 audition Sunday, July 18 at 10 a.m. Rehearsals July 19–24, 9 a.m.– 3 p.m. Performances July 29–31.
Summer Minis
$100
Vocal technique, dance skills and showmanship for ages Ages 3–5. Meets July 19–23 from 3:30–5 p.m. Performance July 23.
Starlight Community Theater
1611 W. Whispering Wind Dr., Suite 9, Phoenix
602-885-6975, [email protected]
www.starlightcommunitytheater.com/summer-camps
‘Mary Poppins Jr.’
$249.95/Register by April 30;
$299.95/Register after April 30
Ages 6–18 audition for the Broadway musical based on the Disney film, “Mary Poppins,” 9 a.m.–3 p.m., Monday–Friday, June 7–19 with performances on June 18 & 19. Campers must prepare a one-minute Disney song to sing for a virtual audition a few days before camp begins. Aftercare available from 3–5 p.m.
Theater Boot Camp
$99.99/Register by May 31;
$129.99/Register after May 31
Ages 8–14 learn auditioning, dancing, prop making, set design and costuming. Meets 9 a.m.–3 p.m., July 12–16. Includes a performance July 16. Aftercare available from 3–5 p.m.
Sports Camps
9r Indoor Baseball
9r Baseball Training Center
2400 W. Union Hills, Ste 130, Phoenix
www.9rbaseball.com, [email protected]
$179–$259
Ages 7–14 work on baseball fundamentals such as fielding, base running, hitting, throwing and more. Camps run May 24–27, May 31–June 3, June 14–17, June 21–24, June 28–July 1, July 6–9, July 12–15 and July 19–22. See website for times.
Coerver Indoor Soccer Camps
Arizona Sports Complex
3555 W. Pinnacle Peak Road, Glendale
623-202-6024, www.coerverarizona.com
$160–$229/Week
Ages 7–15 work on technical soccer skills including ball mastery, finishing and striking, ball control and a new girls only camp. Monday–Friday, June 1–July 30 at various times (see online).
Core 5 Indoor Sports Camp
Ridgeline Academy
33625 N. North Valley Pkwy, Phoenix
702-807-1118, www.core5flagfootball.com
$199/Week Half Days; $295/Week Full Days
Ages 5–13 learn the core fundamentals of football, basketball, dodgeball and more. Week-long camps run June 14–July 13.
STEM & Adventure
Choose Your Own Adventure Camp
Anthem Community Center
41130 N. Freedom Way, Anthem
623-879-3012, onlineatanthem.com/camp
$150–$175/week Anthem residents; $195–227.50 /week non-residents
Includes arts and crafts, sports, games, rock wall climbing and water park time. For an additional $35/week, campers can add on their choice of adventures in sports and aquatics, or dance instruction from a professional dancer for an extra $45/week. Camp runs 7 a.m.–6 p.m. weekdays, May 24–July 30.
DVUSD Summer Adventure Camp
Sonoran Foothills School
32150 N. North Foothills Dr., Phoenix
623-692-7507, www.dvusd.org/summer
$60/family registration fee
Educational, creative, social and athletic activities for ages 5–14. Includes daily breakfast, snack and lunch. Weekdays, May 26–July 23, 7 a.m.–6 p.m. Choose your number of days. See costs online.
Engineering for Kids Camp
Creative Castle Preschool
4130 W. Opportunity Way, Anthem
480-779-8184, [email protected]
$175/Week Half–Days; $225/Week Full–Days;
STEM activities and physically–stimulating games for Ages 4–11. Monday–Friday, May 24–July 30, 8 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Extended care available.