Jump in for Some Summer Fun!

Engineering for Kids

No matter your child’s age, schedule or interest, Valley Vibe’s summer camp guide has a wide selection of activities to keep the kids active and engaged all summer long. 


Athletic Camps

Arizona Sunrays Camp

Mondays–Fridays, May 23–Aug. 8
8 a.m.–3 p.m.
Arizona Sunrays
2633 W. Carefree Hwy., Phoenix
602-992-5790, www.arizonasunrays.com
$450/Week; $100/Day

AZ Sunrays

Ages 4–10 take on an action–packed summer full of diverse activities, including ninja training, sports, water play, creative crafts and obstacle courses. Each week features a special theme, ranging from Minecraft to Barbie.

Core5 Anthem Indoor Sports Camp

Mondays–Fridays, June 9–July 18
9 a.m.–2 p.m.
Anthem School 
41020 N Freedom Way, Anthem
623-759-7778, www.core5ff.com/camps
$199 /Week of half days; $255/Week

Co-ed camps for ages 5–13 focusing on speed, agility and sport-specific drills for flag football, basketball and ultimate nerf, all in the cool AC. Plus, team building activities and games. All Friday camps end at noon.  

Core5 flag football

Core5 Peoria Indoor Sports Camp

Mondays–Fridays, June 9–July 18
9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Inspiration Mountain School
5757 W. Inspiration Mountain Pkwy., Phoenix
623-759-7778
https://core5ff.com/camps
$199/Week of half days; $295/Week

Co-ed camps for ages 5–13 focusing on speed, agility and sport-specific drills for flag football, basketball and ultimate nerf, all in the cool AC. Plus, team building activities and games. All Friday camps end at noon.  

Coerver AZ Indoor Summer Camps

Mondays–Fridays, May 27–Aug. 1
Half days 9 a.m.–noon or 1–4 p.m.
Arizona Sports Complex
3555 W. Pinnacle Peak Road, Glendale
623-202-6024, www.coerverarizona.com
$69–$259

Ages 4–15 explore a variety of camp options, all teaching technical and tactical soccer skills without the intense summer heat. Themes include ball mastery, agility and footwork, passing and possession, total player, girls only, finishing and ball striking. See the full schedule online. 

Gecko Climbing Camp

Mondays–Fridays, May 19–Aug. 15
8 a.m.–3 p.m. with full– and half–day options; Aftercare available 3–5 p.m. upon request
Gecko Climbing Gym
602-568-0513
www.geckoclimbinggym.com/camps
$60–$90/One day per week; 
$165–$255/Three days per week; $250–$400/Five days per week; 
$10/Each hour of aftercare per child

Ages 4–15 can get their climb on all summer long, plus group games, kids yoga and arts and crafts. 

Gecko Climbing Gym

Inferno Youth Group Fitness Camps

Weekdays, May–July 
711 E. Carefree Hwy., Phoenix
602-688-0751, www.inferno.fit
$250/Month

Classes meet three times a week for 45 minutes with drills and skills to help boost fitness levels. Groups divided by ages 4–8, 9–12, and 13–17 with morning, afternoon and evening sessions available.

Inferno Gym Youth Summer Camps

Jiu Jitsu Summer Camp

Mondays–Fridays, June 2–July 18
10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Refuge Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
711 E. Carefree Hwy., Suite 201, Phoenix
623-516-0598, www.refugebjj.com
$250/Week

Ages 4–12 warm up in a fully air–conditioned gym to take on fundamental Jiu Jitsu techniques, plus games, movies, crafts and more. No previous experience required.

Martial Arts Summer Camp

Mondays–Fridays, June 2–Aug. 1
9 a.m.–1 p.m.
PHX Martial Arts
4235 W. Opportunity Way, Suite 100
Phoenix
602-321-5487, www.phx-ma.com
$149/Week

Ages 3 and up build confidence and discipline through martial arts and self–defense training, group games, fitness activities and character–building lessons. All experience levels welcome. 

P.A.S.S. Summer Camp

Mondays–Fridays, June 2–July 25
7–8:30 a.m., Ages 13–18;  8–9 a.m., Ages 8–12
Arizona Sports Complex
3555 W. Pinnacle Peak Road, Glendale
623-587-7171, www.elitelevelpt.com/camps
$450/Half of summer; $800/Full summer camp

Ages 8–18 to develop speed, agility and strength through expert coaching, to help them in any level of any sport, within an indoor environment. 


Community & School Camps

Anthem Summer Day Camp

Mondays–Fridays, May 27–Aug. 1
7 a.m.–4 p.m. (aftercare available until 6 p.m.)
Anthem Community Center
41130 N. Freedom Way, Anthem
623-879-3011, www.onlineatanthem.com
$170–$205/Week

Ages 5–12 spend the summer with daily visits to the waterpark, rock wall climbing, sports, games, arts and crafts and more. Each week features a new theme, ranging from sports mania to farm fun.

Boys & Girls Club Summer Camp Mondays

Fridays, May 28–July 26
7 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
Ridgeline Academy
33625 N. Valley Pkwy., Phoenix
602-860-2462, https://bgcs.org/ridgeline-academy
$25/Annual membership; $213/Week for grades K–6; Free/Grades 7–12

Ages 5 and up participate in a weekly themed program designed by the Boys & Girls Club to develop healthy habits and positive values. 

DVUSD 2025 ‘Sun’sational Camps

Mondays–Fridays, June 2–July 17
7 a.m.–6 p.m.

Gavilan Peak School
2701 W. Memorial Drive, Anthem

Legend Springs Elementary School
21150 N. Arrowhead Loop Rd, Glendale

Norterra Canyon School
2200 W. Maya Way, Phoenix

Paseo Hills School
3302 W. Louise Drive, Phoenix

623-376-3976, https://deervalley.ce.eleyo.com/child-care/3/summer-camp
$40/Day

Ages 5–14 or grades K–8 enjoy sports, crafts, and literacy activities all summer long, plus fun organized field trips and special presenters.

DVUSD 2025 ‘Sun’sational Camp: Preschool

Mondays–Fridays, June 2–July 17
7:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Norterra Canyon School
220 W. Maya Way, Phoenix
Mountain Ridge High School
33800 N. 67th Ave., Glendale
623-376-3976, https://deervalley.ce.eleyo.com/child-care/10/summer-camp-preschool
$50/Day

Ages 3–5 spend the summer days with enrichment activities. 

A Great Start for Great Hearts: Kinder Readiness Camp

Mondays–Fridays, June 2–27
8 a.m.–Noon 
Great Hearts Anthem
3950 W. Arroyo Norte Drive, Phoenix
623-465-4776, https://anthem.greatheartsamerica.org/summer-programs
$35/Registration fee; $159/Week

Kindergarten students ease into the upcoming curriculum by making new friends and practicing skills.

Great Camps for Great Hearts

Mondays–Fridays, June 2–27
8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Great Hearts Anthem
3950 W. Arroyo Norte Drive, Phoenix
623-465-4776, https://anthem.greatheartsamerica.org/summer-programs
$35/Registration fee; $250/Week

Grades 1–5 create lasting memories with crazy camp games, silly campfire songs and engaging activities, such as exploration stations, DIY workshops, magic tricks and circus games.

Preschool & Kindergarten Summer Camps

Mondays–Fridays, June 2–July 18
8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Woodbridge Private School
1535 W. Parkside Lane, Phoenix
623-780-1552, www.woodbridgeprivate.com
$80–$280/Week

Ages 18 months–6 years participate in fun developmental activities with a different theme each week, from animal safari to galaxy explorers.

PHXPlays Summer Camps

Mondays–Fridays, May 27–July 25
7 a.m.–6 p.m.
Goelet A. C. Beuf Community Center
3435 W. Pinnacle Peak Road, Phoenix
602-534-4754
Deer Valley Community Center
2001 W. Valhalla Lane, Phoenix

602-495-3735, www.phoenix.gov/parks/classes-and-programs
$30/day; $80/Week

Ages 6–12 enjoy fun activities all summer long in a safe community environment.

Roadrunner Summer Camp

Mondays–Thursdays, June 2–July 24
9 a.m.–Noon
Roadrunner Resource Center
18205 N. 51st Ave., Suite 151, Peoria
602-529-8889, www.roadrunnercenters.com
$240/Week; $50/One–time registration fee

Ages 5–12 with special needs enjoy fun, cooperative activities, including crafts, art, music, movement and hands–on science. Peer interaction is encouraged by a team of professionals. 

West–MEC Career Camps

Tuesday–Thursday, June 3–5
9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
West–MEC North East Campus
1617 W. Williams Drive, Phoenix
623-435-4920, www.west-mec.edu
$25

Grades 6-8 become familiar with a variety of career options, including automotive technology, coding, electrical/construction, HVAC, pharmacy and veterinary sciences, medical assisting and more. 


Performing Arts & Music Camps

Diamond Dance Works

34406 N. 27th Ave., Ste. 190, Phoenix
623-582-9858, www.diamonddanceworks.com/summer-classes-1


Themed Dance Camp

Mondays–Thursdays, June 2–July 17
9 a.m.–4 p.m.
$175/Week of half days; $260/Week of full days

Ages 5–13 explore a new theme each week while developing jazz, hip hop, contemporary and acrobatic skills. Themes include Barbie, Candyland, Swifties and more.


Future Gem Dance Camp

Tuesdays & Thursdays, June 3–July 17
9–10:30 a.m.; $60/Week

Ages 2–4 are introduced to dance alongside the same themes of the full dance camp.


Princess Dance Camp

Mondays–Thursdays, July 14–24
10 a.m.–noon; $175/Week

Ages 3–6 meet and dance with princess characters including Elsa, Belle, Moana and more.


Ballet Intensive Camp

Mondays–Thursdays, June 30–July 10
9 a.m.–2:30 p.m., $300/Week

Students in any level 3 dance class may qualify for the full day. Younger or lower level students may be placed in the half day program for $175.


Diamond Pre-Professional Intensive Camp

Monday–Thursday, June 16–19
9 a.m.– 1 p.m.; $275

Advanced students further their jazz, hip hop, contemporary, ballet, acrobatics, modern, lyrical, jazz funk, flexibility and tap styles. Students under the age of 8 require approval.

Desert Foothills Theater: The Holland Center

34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale
480-488-1981, www.dftheater.org


Special Littles Camps

Mondays–Fridays, June 9–20
9 a.m.–Noon; $225/Week

Ages 4–6 sing, dance and act to put on a performance each week. The first week features “Trolls,” followed by “Bluey” in the second week. Space is limited.


Theater Arts Summer Kids Camp

Mondays–Fridays, June 2–Aug. 1
9 a.m.–3 p.m.; $320/Week
Ages 7–13 can sign up to produce a different musical each week, with selections including “High School Musical,” “Annie,” “Newsies” and “Moana.” See the full schedule online. 


A Cappella Summer Camp for Teens

Mondays–Fridays, June 16–27
3–6 p.m.
Notre Dame Prep High School Performing Arts Center
9701 E. Bell Road, Scottsdale
$225/Week

Ages 13–17 learn songs from the movie “Pitch Perfect” while practicing vocal technique and group work. Space is limited.

Musical Theatre of Anthem

42201 N. 42st Dr., Suite B100, Anthem
623-336-6001, https://musicaltheatreofanthem.org

See the full schedules online, including audition and performance information for each production.


‘Disney’s High School Musical Jr.’ | Monday, June 2–Thursday, June 12

9 a.m.–3 p.m.
$375
Ages 8–16 perform the popular musical from the Disney channel. 


‘Madagascar – A Musical Adventure Jr.’ | Monday, July 7–Thursday, July 17

9 a.m.–3 p.m.
$375
Ages 7–18 perform a musical based on the hit DreamWorks animated film. 


Summer Performing Arts Institute 2025

Thursday, July 31–Sunday, Aug. 3
Various times
Ages 8–22 are grouped by age and skill level to participate in a variety of targeted musical theatre instruction workshops.


NVSO Summer Strings Camp

Tuesday, July 15–Saturday, July 19
8:30–11:30 a.m.
Shiloh Community Church
19021 N. 32nd St., Phoenix
623-980-4628, www.northvalleysymphony.org/summercamp
$180 before June 1; $200/thereafter 

Violin, viola, cello and bass students work on their musical skills through rehearsals, fun and games. The camp is led by NVSO Youth Ensemble directors and adult orchestra musicians. On Saturday afternoon, students will perform a concert for family and friends.

Peoria Music Academy Summer Camp

Mondays–Fridays, May 27–July 11
9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Peoria Music Academy
8110 W. Union Hills Drive, Suite 200, Glendale
602-612-6187, https://peoriamusicacademy.com/2025-summer-camps
$230/Week of half days; $430/Week of full days

Ages 5–12 of all experience levels learn new instruments and build technical skills through student collaboration and creative expression. Each week features a new theme, from music production to pop star camp. Early bird discounts available. 


Stem & Academic Camps

DVUSD Gifted Summer Camp

Mondays–Fridays, June 2–13
8 a.m.–3 p.m.
Union Park Elementary School
25700 N. 21st Ave., Phoenix, 623-445-5800
www.dvusd.org/departments/cia/gifted-servicescia/gifted-summer-camp
$195/Week; Free/DVUSD students attending a Title 1 school

Grades 1–8 test their limits with two weeks packed full of various academic challenges led by gifted trained teachers. Week one features a “Survivor” show theme while week two focuses on quizzes and quests.


Engineering for Kids

Mondays–Fridays, May 27–Aug. 1
8 a.m.–3:30 p.m.; Optional extended care 3:30–5 p.m.
www.engineeringforkids.com/phoenix-metro
$199/Week of half days; $299/Week of full days
Sky Zone Peoria
9040 W. Larkspur Drive, Suite #134, Peoria
Sky Zone NE Phoenix
4857 E. Greenway Road, Suite A, Scottsdale
480-757-1281

Grades K–8 engage in hands–on engineering activities with different themes each week, including wildlife engineering, filmmaking, game design and robotics. Participants also enjoy physical activity at the dodgeball courts, rock walls, foam pits, warriors courses and trampoline courts.