Camps

Fall Minicamps and Workshops

• Refunds/transfers must be requested at least 14 days prior to the camp/workshop start date.

All but $25 will be returned for approved refunds. • An Emergency and Pick-Up Authorization form must be completed and brought on the first day. • These forms may be obtained online at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/campforms

(6-10 yrs.) Want to try a sport but not sure which one? Learn the fundamentals of multiple sports including football, soccer and baseball with Alpha Sports. Enjoy participating in fun drills and an afternoon swim break. Camp is rain or shine since activities can be done in the fieldhouse.

SoRun REC M 9am-4pm GI7.ZH4F 9/26 $69 SoRun REC M 9am-4pm GI7.HTTQ 10/10 $69 SoRun REC M 9am-4pm GI7.KL1T 10/24 $69 SoRun REC M 9am-4pm GI7.ZI8J 10/31 $69

(6-11 yrs.) In this one-day workshop get up close with our exhibit animals. Feed the critters, check their health, weight and size and record findings in your vet notebook. Hike the park, make animal crafts, and play fun games. Bring a snack, lunch and drink. Wear old clothes.

ECLawrncePk W 9am-4pm BPD.WMDO 10/5 $79 ECLawrncePk M 9am-4pm BPD.8QTC 10/10 $79

(7-14 yrs.) Take center stage in this Moonlit Wings one-day camp inspired by your favorite films and plays. Explore short skits, improv games, musical numbers and get in the spotlight. Bring two snacks, lunch and swimsuit/towel for a pool break.

FryingPanPk W 9am-4pm WXT.UKG6 10/5 $79 SpHillREC M 9am-4pm WXT.WNNW9/26 $79 SpHillREC F 9am-4pm WXT.ZRDN 11/11 $79 Wkfld/Moore M 9am-4pm WXT.EO33 10/31 $79

(7-14 yrs.) Laugh out loud in this Moonlit Wings one-day camp loaded with improvisation games and theatrical activities. Explore character creation, accents and create short storylines, all on-the-spot! Bring two snacks, lunch and swimsuit/towel for a pool break.

FryingPanPk M 9am-4pm KW7.DZVF 10/24 $79 SpHillREC M 9am-4pm KW7.NJ3F 10/10 $79

(7-14 yrs.) Become a Broadway star in this Moonlit Wings one-day camp inspired by your favorite musicals. Explore hits like Aladdin and Wicked, dive into character creation, improv games, musical numbers and celebrate everything Broadway. Bring two snacks, lunch and swimsuit/towel for a pool break.

FryingPanPk M 9am-4pm THV.3GIF 9/26 $79 SoRunREC M 9am-4pm THV.M6TG 10/10 $79 SpHillREC W 9am-4pm THV.I0O0 10/5 $79 SpHillREC M 9am-4pm THV.XCAR 10/24 $79

(6-12 yrs.) Come see how many ways we can create slime! Some are inspired by famous wizarding books while others are glittery, magnetic, or glow in the dark. Learn what an activator is and why no slime is complete without it. Discover how different ingredients change results.

OakMarREC W 9am-4pm HBI.AM45 10/5 $79 SpHillREC M 9am-4pm HBI.QYJI 10/24 $79

(6-12 yrs.) Enjoy the best sports and PE games ever invented. Choose from knockout, extreme kickball, handball, capture the flag, modified dodgeball, ultimate frisbee, floor hockey, or soccer. Players will be motivated to compete with high effort and a positive attitude towards self and others.

Lee Rec W 9am-4pm Q7F.KBTT 10/5 $69 SpHillREC M 9am-4pm Q7F.NP9S 9/26 $69 SpHillREC W 9am-4pm Q7F.FCE7 10/5 $69 SpHillREC M 9am-4pm Q7F.HKGD 10/10 $69 SpHillREC M 9am-4pm Q7F.2RAC 10/24 $69 SpHillREC F 9am-4pm Q7F.R8R3 11/11 $69 Wkfld/Moore M 9am-4pm Q7F.ULCU 9/26 $69

(6-12 yrs.) A combination of positive, energetic and fundamentals-based coaching while including the fun of daily real game action with One-on-One Basketball. Campers also enjoy an afternoon swim break.

SpHillREC M 9am-4pm 000.TXY3 9/26 $69 SpHillREC W 9am-4pm 000.M1B7 10/5 $69 SpHillREC M 9am-4pm 000.NC7I 10/10 $69 SpHillREC M 9am-4pm 000.SZN2 10/24 $69 Wkfld/Moore M 9am-4pm 000.BQCO 10/10 $69 Wkfld/Moore M 9am-4pm 000.7F73 10/24 $69 Wkfld/Moore M 9am-4pm 000.ATNF 10/31 $69

(5-12 yrs.) Campers will enjoy chess lessons and practice games daily, along with fresh air breaks. This mini-camp is taught by Magnus Academy (formerly Silver Knights) who have taught 100,000+ children of all levels from beginners to national champions!

SoRunREC M 9am-4pm 2A1.CEH8 10/10 $79 SoRunREC M 9am-4pm 2A1.7TQS 10/24 $79 SpHillREC W 9am-4pm 2A1.O4B4 10/5 $79 SpHillREC M 9am-4pm 2A1.Z4JD 10/10 $79 SpHillREC M 9am-4pm 2A1.VK55 10/24 $79 SpHillREC F 9am-4pm 2A1.5422 11/11 $79 Wkfld/Moore M 9am-4pm 2A1.O5JR 10/24 $79

(6-11 yrs.) Enjoy Stemtree’s different robotics and coding activities. Instructional time and hands-on activities reinforce key concepts and develop science and engineering skills. Students will enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills while having fun.

OakMarREC M 9am-4pm 30M.PPFR 10/10 $99 SpHillREC W 9am-4pm 30M.SQ3W 10/5 $99 Wkfld/Moore M 9am-4pm 30M.QF2J 10/24 $99 Wkfld/Moore M 9am-4pm 30M.MC8P 10/31 $99

(10-12 yrs.) Stemtree’s program uses the wonder and genius of robots to inspire campers. Students will learn engineering, and apply their knowledge and skills of basic science, model construction, computer programming and problem solving to explore STEM concepts.

OakMarREC F 9am-4pm QOZ.8AIY 11/11 $99 SpHillREC M 9am-4pm QOZ.MK4Y 9/26 $99

(5-8 yrs.) What’s the difference between using baking soda or baking powder when making cookies? We’ll learn the scientific method, experiment with acids & bases, bake cookies and make conclusions on which is our favorite cookie.

Lee REC M 9am-4pm QFQ.PWK5 10/10 $79

(6-12 yrs.) Camp will feature one sweet treat and one savory dish that’s sure to become a family favorite. Learn new baking skills like creaming, whisking and melting along with cooking skills such as stewing, stir-frying, and sautéing.

SpHillREC F 9am-4pm PQ5.B9NE 11/11 $79

(5-8 yrs.) Explore the history of human flight, which forces effect flight and flying animals. Experiment with making your own planes and determining which styles fly best.

Wkfld/Moore M 9am-4pm GMB.N3BP 10/31 $79

(5-8 yrs.) Explore the world of fossils as we create and excavate a dino dig, explore real fossils of all kind, make a cast of a real fossil and much more.

SpHillREC M 9am-4pm E0O.GR3G 9/26 $79

(6-12 yrs.) This JST Athletics one-day camp enhances skills such as passing, catching, route running, offense and defensive positions and strategies. Camp includes an afternoon swim break. Bring snack, lunch, water bottle, and a swimsuit/towel.

SoRunREC Tu 9am-4pm G8F.E782 11/8 $69

(6-12 yrs.) Learn popular dances along with other styles including popping, locking, breakdance and choreography. Great new dances, high energy games and an afternoon swim break. Bring snack, lunch, water bottle, and a swimsuit/towel.

Lee REC M 9am-4pm GVT.V3D9 10/10 $69 SpHillREC F 9am-4pm GVT.JLTG 11/11 $69 Wkfld/Moore M 9am-4pm GVT.73CT 9/26 $69 Wkfld/Moore M 9am-4pm GVT.HPMO 10/24 $69

(6-12 yrs.) Players learn the fundamentals of basketball and tennis with JST Athletics. Camp includes confidence-building drills and matches incorporating skills learned. Activities include dribble tag, hot-seat, ultimate knockout and an afternoon swim break. Camp may be held outdoors. Bring a tennis racket, snack, lunch, water bottle and a swimsuit/towel.

Lee REC M 9am-4pm DVQ.FKAI 9/26 $69 Lee REC M 9am-4pm DVQ.FDU0 10/24 $69 Lee REC M 9am-4pm DVQ.TQ1U 10/31 $69 Wkfld/Moore M 9am-4pm DVQ.KXF1 10/10 $69

(8-11 yrs.) Revive the prehistoric world while learning how to build dinosaur themed robots with walking mechanisms. Convert rotational motion into translational motion, increase force with levers, gears and belt drives and work with motion and tilt sensors. Using special programming software, we’ll animate our projects.

MtVernonREC M 9am-4pm 2WP.YJRZ 10/10 $79 MtVernonREC M 9am-4pm 2WP.7CPM 10/24 $79 MtVernonREC Tu 9am-4pm 2WP.90RU 11/8 $79

(7-11 yrs.) LEGO Education SPIKE Prime brings together LEGO bricks, a multi-port Hub, programing based on Scratch and easy STEAM lessons that build confidence and critical thinking skills. Use codable hubs, cameras, motion sensors, titling sensors, pulleys and axles to create robots

MtVernonREC M 9am-4pm XP7.G6GG 9/26 $79 MtVernonREC W 9am-4pm XP7.HLRM 10/5 $79 MtVernonREC F 9am-4pm XP7.VVA1 11/11 $79 Wkfld/Moore M 9am-4pm XP7.VL9G 10/10 $79 Wkfld/Moore M 9am-4pm XP7.YBLV 10/24 $79

(6-9 yrs.) Open up to the world of science with this spell-binding workshop filled with bewitching lessons and experiments that will mesmerize even the most astute sorcerer. Topics will include astronomy, plants & potions, owls/reptiles and mythical creatures.

LewinsvlleHse M 9am-3pm NZ3.9QFE 10/10 $79

(5-9 yrs.) Create “magic” potions and exciting chemical reactions that’ll blow your mind. Erupt a volcano, make indoor snow, step inside a giant bubble, grow a giant crystal, and blast a rocket into the air. Learn about the states of matter and how things change with mixtures, solutions and chemical reactions.

SpHillREC W 9am-4pm IGH.7A4R 10/5 $79 Wkfld/Moore M 9am-4pm IGH.9IN0 9/26 $79

(6-12 yrs.) Learn important problem-solving and design skills by using command block and Redstone in Minecraft and Scratch. Gain an understanding in real circuitry, electronics and electrical theory. Campers take home their Redstone and Scratch creations at the end of the camp.

OakMarREC M 9am-4pm 9E4.8Y9C 10/31 $89 SoRunREC M 9am-4pm 9E4.K92Z 9/26 $89 SpHillREC F 9am-4pm 9E4.4AJ8 11/11 $89 Wkfld/Moore M 9am-4pm 9E4.ADUL 10/10 $89

(6-12 yrs.) Learn 3D game design concepts using the popular game engine Roblox Studio and Scratch. Gain understanding in programming logic using Scratch blocks and apply these fundamentals to 3D games in Roblox Studio. Campers learn how to build a fully playable game in Scratch.

Lee REC Tu 9am-4pm IU0.C4AS 11/8 $89 SpHillREC M 9am-4pm IU0.ADH8 10/24 $89 (5-7 yrs.) Enter the Phantom Zone, travel on Wonder Woman’s invisible jet and face off against Galactus. Create motorized and architectural projects with LEGOs and engineering concepts to bring your superpowers to life.

OakMarREC M 9am-12pm IB1.G9PY 9/26 $49

(7-12 yrs.) Cruise the skies in the helicarrier, tinker in Tony Stark’s workshop and take on super villains on your Superhero battletrack. Explore real-world concepts in physics, engineering and architecture while helping their favorite heroes save the day.

OakMarREC M 1pm-4pm 6J4.5AZA 9/26 $49

(6-12 yrs.) In this one-day workshop, learn survival skills on and off trail. Build forts, make a fire, filter water, and learn to survive in the environment around you.

ECLawrncePk M 9am-4pm 9C0.WSW9 10/24 $79

(6-12 yrs.) Join JST Athletics for morning outdoor tennis instruction through fun drills and games to help improve skills. In the afternoon, enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. Bring tennis racket, snack, lunch, water bottle and a swimsuit/towel.

SoRunREC W 9am-4pm 6M3.PP0N 10/5 $69 SoRunREC F 9am-4pm 6M3.87IK 11/11 $69

(5-12 yrs.) Learn Now Music introduces campers to a variety of musical instruments and concepts in this oneday camp. Try your hand at piano, guitar, violin, drums, voice and movement. Participate in musical games, crafts, musical listening excerpts and related projects (morning session covers piano & drum; afternoon session covers guitar & violin). Campers in both a.m. and p.m. sessions get a supervised lunch break.

OakMarREC W 9am-1pm YYG.B3Z2 10/5 $59 OakMarREC W 1:30-5:30pm YYG.7AET 10/5 $59 OakMarREC M 9am-1pm YYG.YQI8 10/24 $59 OakMarREC M 1:30-5:30pm YYG.929H 10/24 $59 SoRunREC M 9am-1pm YYG.5FB3 9/26 $59 SoRunREC M 1:30-5:30pm YYG.R5KE 9/26 $59 SoRunREC M 9am-1pm YYG.T6SW 10/31 $59 SoRunREC M 1:30-5:30pm YYG.CJHB 10/31 $59

(5-8 yrs.) In this not-so-volatile camp, campers will explore the world of volcanoes! Learn how volcanoes form, the signs of an eruption and the tools scientists use to monitor volcanoes. We’ll make and erupt volcanoes and more exciting experiments.

SoRunREC M 9am-4pm WN5.OLGZ 10/31 $79

(6-11 yrs.) Get inspired by nature to create unique art projects in this one-day camp. Take a hike, use a variety of artistic mediums and let your creativity run wild. Wear clothes that can get messy.

ECLawrncePk M 9am-4pm T3T.SB8M 9/26 $79