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Why Summer Camp?

A way to form lifelong connections In an increasingly digitized world, friendships born from face-to-face interactions are being replaced by remote connections on social media. Our campers are required to put their phones away to spend time and experience life with the people around them. We see children forming friendships with an intimacy and realness that can’t be replicated on a screen. Camp friendships have been known to last a lifetime, and unlike those they make in their school, the geographical reach of a summer camp population is often much wider. In years past, Camp Highlander has had campers from 27 different states and 19 different countries.

During their years at summer camp, campers can form meaningful, lasting connections with people all over the world. It isn’t uncommon to see camp connections providing internships, job opportunities, or just another helping hand to those whose camp years are long over.

A place for personal growth Studies have shown that summer camps aid in healthy child development. We’ve seen that camp makes kids more resilient to stress. Living in a cabin unit, campers learn how to build relationships and navigate social dynamics different from what they experience at home. They learn to live with a new group of peers and adults, learning to work as a team, problem solve, and operate effectively outside their comfort zones, all without the help of a parent.

Camp fosters independence and self-sufficiency, which can be the boost needed to gain confidence in themselves and their abilities. And this can allow kids to grow and change in positive ways. Camp can be a space for children to reinvent themselves. In children’s everyday lives they often grow up in the same group of peers, coaches, and teachers, which can leave them categorized in a certain way or perceived in a certain light. In school, they might be seen as quiet or shy, when NEAPOLITANfamily • Summer Camp Guide

they might actually be outgoing if given the chance.

According to research, camp can offer a positive environment for children to explore who they are and how they’d like to be perceived.

A tool for future success Camp can give kids the tools and skills needed to be more effective students and professionals. A five-year impact study conducted by the American Camp Association found that campers learn complex relationship skills, are more appreciative of individuals with different backgrounds and values, are more willing to try new things, and consider themselves to be more independent because of their experience as campers.

So why return?

Just like a single school year or sports season, kids can benefit from a single year at camp. But just like several years of school or sports, returning to camp each summer creates a foundation that builds upon itself. Children benefit from the routine, rhythm, and structure that camp provides, and each summer they build on the relationships and lessons gained the year before. By the time their summer camp days are over, they will have spent years learning how to problem solve, operate outside their comfort zones and work with others, overcome failure, and be confident in themselves. Not only will they have fond memories and great friends, they will have the tools and skills needed to help them achieve the goals they have for the future.

Camp Highlander is located in Mills River, North Carolina. Visit www.camphighlander.com.

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o those who have never been, summer camp can seem like a fun and exciting way for children to spend their summers, staying active and busy with new friends and new experiences. But as any former camper will tell you, it is far more than that. For parents wondering why they should send their child to summer camp year after year, rest assured that it isn’t simply canoes and campfires. It’s an investment in their children’s development and future. Camp is a home away from home, a school away from school. It is a family and a teacher, ensuring that campers have the love, support, and tools needed to learn and grow.

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Use our quick reference chart below to find the best summer camps for ADDRESS

PHONE

Artis-Naples

5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples

239-254-2643

Athletic Republic

6425 Naples Blvd. #2, Naples

239-429-0653

Audubon Corkscrew Sanctuary

75 Sanctuary Rd. W., Naples

239-348-9151 x110

Backstage Dance Academy

13020 Livingston Rd., #8, Naples

239-566-3535

Bonita Springs YMCA

27200 Kent Rd., Bonita Springs

239-221-7560

Boys & Girls Club of Collier County - Bolch Club

1155 Roberts Ave. W., Immokalee

239-675-7003

Boys & Girls Club of Collier County - Nichols Club

7500 David Blvd., Naples

239-325-1700

Camp Highlander

Mills River, North Carolina

828-891-7721

Camp MendingHeart

Avow Kids, Naples

239-261-4404

Camp Shalom

4630 Pine Ridge Rd., Naples

239-455-3227

Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs

10150 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs

239-495-8989

Children for the Arts

St. John Catholic Church, 625 111th Ave. N., Naples

239-571-3305

Children’s Montessori School

2535 Northbrooke Plaza Dr., Naples

239-593-6668

City of Naples Parks & Recreation

Various locations in Naples

239-213-3020

Collier County Parks & Recreation

10 locations in Collier County

239-252-4000

Community School of Naples

13275 Livingston Rd., Naples

239-597-7575

Dance Arts By Maria

5610 Yahl St., #10, Naples

239-513-6999

Easterseals Florida

8793 Tamiami Tr. E., #111,, Naples

239-403-0366

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WEBSITE

AGES

DATES

TYPE

Grades 2-12

June

Performing & Visual Arts

www.naples.athleticrepublic.com

7-14 years

June-August

Sports

https://corkscrew.audubon.org

6-12 years

June 5-July 21

Nature

www.bdanaples.com

3-18 years

June & July

Dance

www.ymcaswfl.org/summer-camp

5-15 years

June 12-August 4

General & Specialty

www.bgccc.com

6-18 years

June 5-July 28

General

www.bgccc.com

6-18 years

June 5-July 28

General

www.camphighlander.com

Grades K-10

June 9-August 1

Overnight

www.avowcares.org

All ages

Varies

Specialty

www.templeshalompreschoolnaples.org

1-6 years

June & July

General

www.artcenterbonita.org

3-18

June 5-August 9

Visual & Performing Arts, Specialty

www.childrenforthearts.com

6-15 years

June 19-30

Theater Arts

www.childmont.com

1-6 years

June & July

General & VPK

www.naplesgov.com

4-15 years

June 5-August 4

Specialty

www.collierparks.com

Grades K-8

June 5-August 4

General & Specialty

www.communityschoolnaples.org

Grades PreK3-12

June & July

General, Academic, Sports

www.naplesdancearts.com

3-11 years

June & July

Dance

www.easterseals.com/florida

13+ years

June-August

Special Needs

Summer Camps and Classes.

Registration now open!

13020 Livingston Rd #8 Naples, FL 34105 bdaNaples.com

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your kids in 2023, and then turn to the listings starting on page 35 for details.

Elite Dance

1786 Trade Center Way, Unit 4, Naples

239-260-1485

Emilio Sánchez Academy Tennis Camp

2035 Sanchez-Casal Way, Naples

239-263-1818

First Naples

3000 Orange Blossom Dr., Naples

239-597-6057

Gulfshore Playhouse

755 8th Ave. S., Naples

239-261-7529

i9 Sports

Collier County and Lee County

239-308-9849

KidzAct Youth Theatre

Naples United Church of Christ, 5200 Crayton Rd., Naples

239-434-7340 x136

Marco Sharks MMA

1089 N. Collier Blvd., #422, Marco Island

239-399-0551

Mermaid Tails Dance

1089 N. Collier Blvd., #422, Marco Island

239-399-0551

Montessori Academy of Naples

2655 Northbrooke Dr., Naples

239-597-2255

Naples Art Institute

585 Park St., Naples

239-262-6517

Naples Performing Arts Center

5450 YMCA Rd., Naples

239-325-8789

Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens

1590 Goodlette-Frank Rd., Naples

239-315-7626 x158

North Naples Baptist Church

1811 Oakes Blvd., Naples

239-597-2201

Reading Rescue Centers

Naples/Virtual

239-233-9400

Scuba Outfitters

950 3rd Ave. N., Naples

239-280-5500

TGA Golf & Tennis of SWFL

Naples and Fort Myers

440-666-0825

Wellfit Girls Adventure Camp

6240 Shirley St., #204, Naples

727-492-6376

YMCA of Collier County - Marco Island YMCA of Collier County - Naples

101 Sand Hill St., Marco Island 5450 YMCA Rd., Naples

239-394-9622 239-587-3148

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Summer CAMPS FOR KIDS & TEENS AGES 4+

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Pre-K Students

90-minute sessions focused on fun and fundamentals!

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Grades 1 & 2

THEMES INCLUDE: Junie B. Jones James & The Giant Peach Cinderella The Wizard of Oz

THEMES INCLUDE: Snow White Toy Story Aristocats 101 Dalmatians

Grades 3 - 5

Grades 6-8

THEMES INCLUDE: The Descendants Madagascar High School Musical You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown

THEMES INCLUDE: Alice in Wonderland Honk!

Shrek Once Upon a Mattress

THEMES INCLUDE: Grease Hairspray Footloose Legally Blonde

239.434.7340, Ext 136 NaplesPlayers.org/Summer-Camp S UMME R CL A S S E S HO S T E D AT: Naples United Church of Christ; 5200 Crayton Rd, Naples, FL. 34103

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June & July

Dance

www.emiliosanchezacademy.com

4-10 years

June 5-August 4

Sports

www.firstnaples.org/vbs

4 years to 5th grade

June 5-9

Vacation Bible School

www.gulfshoreplayhouse.org

5-18 years

June & July

Performing Arts

www.i9sports.com

4-15 years

Summer

Sports

www.naplesplayers.org/summer-camp

4-14 years

June 5-August 4

Performing Arts

www.marcosharksmma.com

3-9 years

June & July

General

www.mermaidtailsdance.com

3-9 years

June & July

General

www.naplesmontessori.org

3-12 years

June & July

General

www.naplesart.org/artscool

5-17 years old

June 6-July 28

Visual Arts

www.naplesperformingartscenter.com

4-18

June 5-August 4

Performing Arts

www.napleszoo.org/camp-wild

5-10 years

June & July

General

www.nnbc.life

3 years to teens

June 5-9

Vacation Bible School

www.readingrescuecenters.com

6-10 years

June-August

Reading

www.scubaoutfittersnaples.com

8-17 years

June 6-August 5

Sports

www.playtga.com/southleecounty

5-12 years

June 12-August 4

Sports

www.wellfitgirls.org

Middle school girls

July 10-28

Sports/Leadership

www.ymcacollier.org

4-17

June 5-August 4

General & Specialty

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4-teens

Children’s Montessori School Summer Camp

Animal Discoveries Campers Ages 12 months to Pre-K/K Summer VPK 239-593-6668 childmont101@gmail.com www.childmont.com NEAPOLITANfamily • Summer Camp Guide

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Fun Summer Options for Older Kids 16 and older, and offers a variety of camps for all ages. Camp MendingHeart helps kids who have experienced grief to express their feelings at day and overnight grief camps. Avow also offers several events throughout the summer for all ages. Visit www.avowcares.org.

Bonita Springs YMCA. Teen Leadership and Travel camps are offered by the Bonita Y for ages 13-15 at Three Oaks Middle School in Fort Myers and the

Bonita Springs Rec Center. Visit www. ymcaswfl.org.

Boys & Girls Club of Collier County.

Two locations, in East Naples and Immokalee, host summer camp for students up to 18 years old. Visit www.bgccc.com.

Camp Able. Students ages 15 and older may apply as volunteer counselors at this day camp for children with special needs at Wesley United Methodist Church in Marco Island. Staff training is

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arents know the tween and teen years won’t be easy. But how many of us anticipated that one of the more difficult tasks associated with parenting our kids through these years would be figuring out how they would spend their summers? Luckily, there are options for families in Southwest Florida, but they do take some investigating to find. So we have done the leg work for you, and tracked down a wide range of volunteer and summer camp opportunities for area teens and tweens. It’s worth nothing that several organizations offer both volunteer positions and summer camp for teens. Plus, on page 30, check out Andrea Stetson’s article on affordable camps for this age group.

An added benefit for high schoolers (including rising ninth graders) is that the they can earn volunteer hours that count toward scholarship requirements. Check with your school counselor to confirm.

Artis-Naples. Artis-Naples offers yearround volunteer opportunities for ages 15 and older. This summer, volunteers and counselors are being sought for ArtSmart Summer Camp from June 5-23, MondayFriday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Volunteer schedules are more flexible and could vary depending on availability. Artis-Naples also offers music camps for up to age 18. Visit www.artisnaples.org.

Athletic Republic. Youth Sports Performance Summer Camps are available in 2023 for ages 7-14, and provide conditioning for all sports and skill levels. Visit www.naples.athleticrepublic.com.

Avow. Avow accepts volunteers ages

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Beauty & the Beast Jr. KidzAct will be based at Naples United Church of Christ for summer 2023. Visit www.naplesplayers.org.

Naples Art Institute. High school students ages 14 and older are invited to apply at www.naplesart.org/volunteer. In addition, morning and afternoon summer camps are available for ages 9-12 and 13-17. Visit www.naplesart.org.

Naples Performing Arts Center. NPAC’s Triple Threat Summer Workshops are week-long intensives for ages 11-8. For ages 13-18, auditions for Mean Girls take place on May 23, with rehearsals from 5-9 p.m., Monday-Thursday (plus some bootcamp weekends) from June 5 to the performances on July 7-9.

Visit www.naplesperformingartscenter.com.

Naples Zoo. Counselors-in-training (CIT) help guide summer campers ages 5-12 through the zoo, and assist with games, crafts, and activities, and gain valuable experience working with children. CIT and other volunteer opportunities are available for students age 16 and older. Visit www.napleszoo.org.

Naples Therapeutic Riding Center Summer Camp. Teens ages 14-18 can apply to volunteer for at least two weeks from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in June or July (as well as during the rest of the year). Volunteers must attend an orientation. Applications are available at www.ntrc.org.

Ocean Kids. This beachfront summer camp that runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. is for kids ages 7-13, and also accepts student volunteers who are at least 14 years old and starting high school in the fall. Volunteer orientation for the summer camp is scheduled for May 17 at 5:30 p.m. at Lowdermilk Park in Naples. Register at www.oceankidscamp.com/volunteers-staff or call camp owner Aaron Weiny at 239-250-6508.

Scuba Outfitters. The PADI Open Water Camp allows kids ages 10-17 to receive their PADI Open Water certification, and then progress to Junior Adventure Diver Camp for ages 12-17.

Visit www.scubaoutfittersnaples.com.

Wellfit Adventure Camp. For middle school girls, this camp is focused on leadership, fitness, and empowerment, and culminates in a five-day expedition in Georgia. Visit www.wellfitgirls.org.

YMCA of Collier County, Naples and Marco Island locations. Both YMCA locations – Naples and Marco Island – offer a wide range of specialty camps for kids up to ages 17. Visit www. ymcacollier.org.

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scheduled for July 9-10 and camp will run July 11-15. Visit www. campable.org.

Camp Highlander. The five-week training program for rising high school seniors is designed to transition campers into their role as staff at this sleepaway camp in North Carolina. The program consists of a two-week education period, followed by three weeks of on-the-job training as an assistant counselor in a cabin, under the leadership and guidance of two older and more experienced counselors. Visit www.camphighlander.com.

Centers for the Arts of Bonita Springs. CFAB welcomes interns ages 15 and older. Fill out the Volunteer Intern form online or call 239-495-8989 for more information. After completing 30 hours of service, teens receive a free teen or adult multi-week class.

CFAB also offers a wide range of camps for up to age 18. Visit www.artcenterbonita.org.

City of Naples Parks & Recreation. Kids up to 15 years old can find camps for sports, the arts, aquatics, and technology at 10 different locations through City of Naples Parks & Rec. Visit ww.naplesgov.com.

Children for the Arts. This theater arts camp is for kids up to age 15, and runs June 19-30, including a performance of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs on the final day. CFTA also welcomes ages 15 and older (with or without experience) to join the backstage crew and learn the fundamentals of running a production.

Visit www.childrenforthearts.com.

Collier County Parks & Recreation. See article on page 30 for details. Visit www.collierparks.com.

Community School of Naples. CSN provides academic, sports, and specialty camps for students up to grade 12. These camps are open to both CSN and non-CSN students. Visit www. communityschoolnaples.org.

Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples. The Teen Volunteer Program at C’mon is for ages 15-18. Volunteers may assist in a variety of areas during the summer and year round. Visit www.cmon.org.

Gulfshore Playhouse. Two performance camps are offered this summer at Gulfshore Playhouse. For ages 8-13, Finding Nemo Jr., and ages 13-18, The SpongeBob Musical. The camps culminate in performances. Visit www.gulfshoreplayhouse.org.

KidzAct Youth Theatre. There are two summer auditionbased shows during summer for ages 9-14: Into the Woods Jr. and

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our tween or teen is now old enough to stay home alone. But leaving them at home all day, all summer might not be a great idea. Will they spend every day on their phones or computers? Will they get in trouble because they are so bored?

That’s the dilemma facing many parents of older kids.

While there are specialty camps for activities such as sports, dance, music, theater, and nature, many of them are for only a week, or only for the morning, making it hard for working parents to shuttle their kids around. Parents spoke about spending hundreds of dollars a week for a morning program, only to have to leave work to bring their kids home halfway through the day.

So we looked for low cost camps that fit a parent’s work schedule, and found the local

parks had the best prices and longer hours.

Collier County Parks and Recreation’s summer camps aren’t just for little kids anymore. There is a huge menu of options for teens and tweens.

• Junior Leader Training is aimed at kids ages 13-18 and teaches them leadership traits such as accountability, confidence, dependability, and empathy. Those who complete the program are eligible for a junior leadership internship at the elementary and middle school camps.

• The junior lifeguard program doesn’t offer certification, but teaches the water safety skills needed to advance to lifeguard training.

• The 3D Game Design, Animation, App Design, Gaming, Graphic Design, Video Design, and Movie Makers camps

range in price from $150 to $310 a week and teach a variety of technical skills.

• Wheels BMX Summer Camp is taught by a professional BMX rider and costs $125 per week.

• The county also offers half-day water ski and sailing camps.

• The least expensive camp for tweens is the Collier County Middle School Camp, which costs $600 for the entire summer.

Campers take nature walks, play games, make arts and crafts, participate in different sports, swim, and take field trips.

Aaron Hopkins, regional manager for Collier Parks, said its programs are a safe place for teens and tweens to spend their summer, and the specialty camps are taught by experts. And he is happy to see the return of such a large menu of activities after the pandemic curtailed the county’s programs.

“COVID-19 put a stop to a lot, but now we are back up, and we want to offer as much as we can fit for the children and teens in Collier County,” he said.

For families who live closer to Lee County, its parks and recreation department also offers inexpensive programs for middle school kids. Camps are just $75 per week and give working parents flexibility with a 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. schedule.

Lee County also offers specialty camps that feature nature themes. Those camps feature activities such as kayaking trips, learning about ecosystems and animal signs, and wildlife walks.

Contact Collier Parks at 239-252-4000 or visit www.collierparks.com. For Lee County, visit www.leeparks.org, call 239-5337275, or email leeparks@leegov.com.

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Know the camp Before you send your child to a camp, it is important to understand where you are sending them. Research the camp and talk to other parents who have sent their kids. Consider the leadership structure and training. Inquire about the screening of employees and certifications for lifeguards and nurses. Understanding these basics will help you know that the camp is a safe place for your child.

Address health concerns If your child has any health issues, take time to talk to the

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t’s no exaggeration to say that the one event kids really look forward to all year is the summer camp. But how do you choose the right one for them? Based on my experiences as the parent of a teenager as well as conversations with other parents, I’ve figured out the most important things to consider.

Letting your kids go off to summer camp can be hard for us as parents. When they are with us, we can do our best to keep them safe.

But sending them somewhere else can leave us worried and uncertain.

Whether you are sending your kids for a day or a whole summer, here are some things you can do to keep them safe at summer camp.

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nurse. Address any allergies, asthma, medications, and other health concerns. It is best if you can talk to the nurse on the phone about this as opposed to email. Work together to develop a clear plan specific to your child and confirm via email after talking. This will keep them safe, ensure everyone is on the same page, and set your mind at ease.

Get your child ready Making sure your child is safe can also relate to what they know how to do. If your child is going to a camp with swimming, it is strongly advised to invest in swim lessons before the camp begins. It is not enough to rely on the skills of a camp lifeguard.

They often are watching dozens of children at once. Even a few basic swim lessons will help your child learn important skills such as floating and basic strokes so that they are safer when swimming.

Camp is a fun time to try many new things. Make sure you know the activities offered to your child during their summer camp experience. Camps can have arts and crafts, boating, rock climbing, archery, and more. Prepare them by stressing the importance of following directions and adhering to rules. This may seem obvious, but camp can be a wild and exciting place.

Expressing your enthusiasm for all the activities your child will do while reminding them about listening and rules is key.

Doing these things in the time leading up to summer camp will help your child stay safe and help you rest easy.

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Talk to your child One of the best ways you can keep your child safe is to equip them with what they need to know. It can be uncomfortable to talk about things like abuse with kids, but there are age-appropriate ways to do so that will help them in the unlikely event that could occur.

Body safety: Start by talking about their body. Help your child understand that their body is theirs, and no one else should do anything to their body that makes them feel uncomfortable.

Discussing private parts, or the parts we cover with a bathing suit, is helpful. This doesn’t need to be a lecture. Instead, make it a natural part of conversation in the weeks and months leading up to camp.

Phone number: Make sure that your child has your phone number accessible since many camps do not allow kids to carry electronic devices. You can help them memorize it, write it on their belongings, or use things like custom temporary tattoos so they have your number available.

Safe adults: Additionally, help them understand who to go to if they feel uncomfortable. Talk about the different people they should seek out. For example, the camp nurse often is a good person to go to for anything.

Secrets: It is also helpful to have conversations about secrets, as inappropriate behavior often is connected to keeping it secret.

Lay the groundwork for a family without secrets, and talk about how secrets can be a red flag for dangerous behavior.

Stay in groups: Your child also should know that going places or doing activities with one other person is not what camp is about. Help them understand that they should always be with more than one adult.

These things may sound intense to talk to your child about, however, you can do so in little ways that make a big difference.

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The Y has SO MANY exciting CAMP options to ensure everyone has FUN all summer long.

Camp Locations!

Naples YMCA • Marco YMCA • Cornerstone Methodist Church • Golden Gate Elementary Manatee Elementary • Manatee Middle School

Secure your spot and register for summer camp today!

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Artis—Naples is delighted to announce 2023 Summer Camps!

With sessions focusing on the visual and performing arts, Artis—Naples Summer Camps offer students the opportunity to pursue their artistic interests on the Artis—Naples Kimberly K. Querrey and Louis A. Simpson Cultural Campus..

For more details and to apply to camp, visit artisnaples.org/summercamp.

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ArtSmart Summer Camps

Music Makers Youth Symphonia

ArtSmart Explorers

Mon-Fri, June 5-9, 9am-noon Gregg Anderson, director Jam Session and Pizza Party: Wed, June 7, until 2pm Performance: Fri, June 9, 7pm Young string players ages 10-17 are welcome to join in this one-week chamber-musicintensive program, culminating in a free Friday evening concert for the public.

Tuition: $200

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Music Makers Youth Chamber

Mon-Fri, June 12-16, 9am-3pm Radu Paponiu, director Performance: Fri, June 16, 7pm Young musicians ages 12-18 are invited to an exciting week of chamber music rehearsals, learning and performance.

Led by Associate Conductor Radu Paponiu and musicians of the Naples Philharmonic.

Tuition: $300

Music Makers Youth Chorus

Mon-Fri, June 19-23, 9am-3pm Barbara Sletto, director Performance: Fri, June 23, 7pm Young singers ages 9-14 are invited for a week of choral singing, choreography and fun instruction, led by Naples Philharmonic Youth Chorus Director Barbara Sletto.

Tuition: $300

Music Makers Youth Jazz

Mon-Fri, June 26-30, 9am-3pm Performance: Fri, June 30, 7pm Young jazz students ages 12-17 are invited to challenge themselves in a fun yet intensive week packed with seminars, rehearsals, master classes and a Friday night performance.

Tuition: $300

Mon-Fri, June 5-9, 9am-3pm (one-week session) For students entering grades 2-5 Exhibitions, interactive presentations and hands-on art experiences are all part of this unique summer camp experience—the perfect setting and outlet for kids’ natural creativity and curiosity.

Tuition: $300

ArtSmart Masters

Mon-Fri, June 12-23, 9am-3pm (two-week session) For students entering grades 4-8 Develop artistic skills through interaction with guest artists, tours and hands-on instruction. This two-week program inspires artists to create masterpieces in a variety of styles and media.

Tuition: $600

For more information or to apply visit

artisnaples.org/summercamp Tuition assistance is available based on financial need.

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Friday, Oct. 29 & Saturday, Oct. 30, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Hotel Transylvania 3, rated PG. Registration not required.

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ACADEMIC CAMPS Saturday, Oct. 1, 2-4 p.m.

AGES 2-18 ALL STYLES ALL LEVELS

full-time program participation (results not guaranteed). Trained 12, 10:30-11:30 a.m. and certified in Orton-Gillingham and Reading Recovery. 30 years experience.

X HALLOWEEN MAGIC WITH JOEY EVANS SOUTH COUNTY REGIONAL LIBRARY 21100 THREE OAKS PKWY., ESTERO ARTS CAMPS 239-533-4400 • WWW.LEEGOV.COM/LIBRARY ARTIS-NAPLES Spooky magic, mystery, and fun. Ages 6-11. Registration is 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples Saturday, Oct. 15, 10-11 a.m. required.

239-254-2643 www.artisnaples.org/summercamp X PRE-READERS SPOOKY DANCE PARTY Artis-Naples offers summer music and visual arts camps. The BONITA SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY Youth Symphonia Camp for string players ages 10-17 is a one-week 10560 REYNOLDS STREET, BONITA SPRINGS chamber-music-intensive program, and a Friday evening concert.

239-533-4860 • WWW.LEEGOV.COM/LIBRARY Youth Chamber Camp for musicians ages 12-18 is an exciting week of chamber music rehearsals, learning, and performance.

Youth Chorus Camp•for singers2022 ages 7-17 is a week of choral fun NEAPOLITANfamily October and instruction. Youth Jazz Camp for ages 12-17 is a fun, yet intensive week packed with seminars, rehearsals, master classes, and a Friday night performance. Exhibitions, interactive presentations, and hands-on art experiences are all part of the unique ArtSmart summer camp experience. ArtSmart Explorers is for grades 2-5, while ArtSmart Masters is for grades 4-8.

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Wear your costume readers ages 6-10.

The songs, typical and rate of growth in reading skills is Wednesday, Oct. for a parade inside theone library. approximately equal to gradeAges level 3-5. for every eight weeks of

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BACKSTAGE DANCE ACADEMY 13020 Livingston Rd., #8, Naples 239-566-3535 www.bdanaples.com We offer summer camps for ages 3-9 and classes for ages up to 18.

Our structured, fun-filled camps include multiple styles of dance, arts & crafts, and other fun dance activities that will keep your dancer focused and provide happy memories. Camps run MondayFriday, June 12-30. Campers must be at least 3 years old by June 1, and fully potty trained. Registration is now open.

CENTERS FOR THE ARTS BONITA SPRINGS 10150 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs 239-495-8989 www.artcenterbonita.org The Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs provides a safe and active environment for your child June 5-Aug. 9. We welcome kids ages 3-18 to our innovative summer camp program, which includes painting, dance, costume design, music production, acting, private music lessons, glass and mosaics, pottery, and more. Volunteer opportunities for ages 15 and older. Full- and half-day options, as well as lunch and before-, lunch, and after-care. Discounts and scholarships available.

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READING RESCUE OF NAPLES X PRESCHOOL NOT-SO-SCARY HALLOWEEN PARTY readingrescuecenters@gmail.com 239-233-9400 SOUTH COUNTY REGIONAL LIBRARY www.readingrescuecenters.com 21100 THREE OAKS PKWY., ESTERO 239-533-4400 WWW.LEEGOV.COM/LIBRARY Reading Rescue’s• summer program is for struggling young

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X SATURDAY MOVIE MATINEE NAPLES Camps LIBRARY marked with b offer either special needs camps or accommodation/inclusion options.

650 CENTRAL AVE., NAPLES Please contact individual camp for details.

239-252-5135 • the WWW.COLLIERLIBRARY.ORG

CRUISIN’ THROUGH SUMMER 2023 CAMP COLLIER

A COOL THEME EACH WEEK! BON VOYAGE • JUNGLE CRUISE SEA OF STARS • ATLANTIS USS NAVY WEEK • TREASURE ISLAND ALASKAN ADVENTURE • CARNIVAL/CIRCUS LAND HO! FAREWELL TO SUMMER Elementary School Day Camp (K – 5th Grade) Middle School Day Camp (6th – 8th Grade) Day Camps - Monday, June 5 – Friday, August 4, 2023 (No Camp July 4th) 9:00am – 5:00pm Weekly Summer Camp $85 per week Full Summer Camp Discounted “Full 9 weeks” $600 (payment plan is available in four payments of $150) (Siblings are offered a 10% discount four payments of $135) Before & After Camp - 7:15am – 9:00am and 5:00pm – 6:00pm $15 per week

Online & In Person Registration Begins Monday, April 3, 2023 Online begins at 7:00am In Person begins at 9:00am

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•Register Online, go to collierparks.com and click on “Browse & Register for Activities Search” •Sign in or create an account •If you don’t have an account, you can refer to “Online Registration How To’s”, available online by clicking the “Programs & Registration” Link

Elementary School Day Camp Locations •Big Corkscrew Island Regional Park •Donna Fiala Eagle Lakes Community Park •East Naples Community Park •Golden Gate Community Center •Immokalee Community Park •Immokalee South Park •Max A. Hasse Jr. Community Park •North Collier Regional Park (Low Ratio Camp) •Veterans Community Park •Vineyards Community Park Adaptive Inclusive Recreation Day Camp •Golden Gate Community Park

Middle School Day Camp Locations •East Naples Community Park •Golden Gate Community Center •North Collier Regional Park

Specialty Camps

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Sailing • Skiing • Pee Wee / Youth Sports • Animation Junior Lifeguard •3D Game Design • App Design Gaming Academy • Graphic Design • Movie Makers Fishing • Game Development • BMX • Skateboarding

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DANCE ARTS BY MARIA 5610 Yahl St., #10, Naples 239-513-6999 x www.naplesdancearts.com

A lifelong joy of learning, An education for life.

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This theater arts camp for ages 6-15 runs June 19-30, MondayFriday, from 9 a.m. to noon, with a performance showcase of Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs on June 30. Campers will have so much fun with improv, theater games, singing, art, and putting on a play.

Backstage volunteers ages 15 and older are welcome.

INFANT TODDLER

Dance Arts by Maria offers summer dance camps for ages 3-11 that incorporate dance, arts & crafts, and activities. Summer intensive programs are for serious dancers ages 10-18 and involve several styles of dance in an intensive atmosphere. Summer classes are offered for ages 2-18 for all levels in all styles.

CHILDREN’S HOUSE VPK ELEMENTARY

Call to schedule a private tour

239-597-2255

ELITE DANCE CENTER 1786 Trade Center Way, Unit 4, Naples 239-260-1485 x www.elitedancecenterfla.com

More information can be found on our website

Our Intermediate/Advanced Summer Intensives run June 5-29 and July 24-27, Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is an incredible opportunity for your dancer to get top-notch technique and dance training, and take their ability to the next level. Our Beginner Dance Camps for ages 4-10 run June 12-22 and July 24-Aug. 3, Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and include themed weeks, dance, crafts, and fun. Contact elitedancecenterfl@gmail.com.

www.naplesmontessori.org 2655 Northbrooke Drive Naples, Florida 34119 License #C20CO0132

Daily hours from 7:30 A.M. to 5:30 P.M.

VBS@NNBC VBSAM VBSPM June 5-9 9AM – 12:30PM

5:30PM – 7:30PM

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Kids 3 years old thru Teens

Kids 3 years old thru teens

Music, Games, Crafts, Drama, Bible Stories, Missions

Supper, Music, Games, Crafts, Drama, Bible Stories, Missions

Register online today at

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CHILDREN FOR THE ARTS St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church 625 111th Ave. N., Naples 239-571-3305 x www.childrenforthearts.com

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GULFSHORE PLAYHOUSE 755 8th Ave. S., Naples 239-261-7529 x www.gulfshoreplayhouse.org

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For a week at our Under the Sea Camp, your child will get to grow in their skills through dance, song, and acting, through the music of The Little Mermaid and more. This camp is for ages 5-7 and runs June 5-9. At the end of the week, the kids will get a chance to showcase their new skills for family and friends. Ages 8-13 will explore the big blue world of Disney and Pixar’s Finding Nemo Jr., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday, June 5-23, with performances June 22-23. Our Summer Theatre Camp for ages 13-18 features The SpongeBob Musical, and runs 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday, June 26-July 20, with performances July 20-23. Scholarships available. b KIDZACT YOUTH THEATRE OF THE NAPLES PLAYERS Summer location Naples United Church of Christ 5200 Crayton Rd., Naples 239-434-7340, x136 www.naplesplayers.org/summer-camp KidzAct Summer Camp at The Naples Players provides acting, singing, dancing, and performance-based classes and activities for children and starting June 5. Camps (4 years old to eighth grade) include KinderAct, Storybooks, Disney Days, As Seen on TV, Once Upon a Time, and Broadway Favorites. Summer audition-based shows for ages 9-14 include Into the Woods Jr. and Beauty & the Beast Jr. Auditions are being held on April 8. Limited need-based scholarships are available.

2023 SUMMER CAMP June 5-July 28 M-F, 7:30 am - 6 pm Ages 6-18

Nichols Club 7500 Davis Blvd Naples, FL 34104 (239) 325-1700

Bolch Club 1155 Roberts Ave. W. Immokalee, FL 34142 (239) 675-7003

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YOUTH EDUCATION & CAMPS FOR CHILDREN & TEENS AGES 5 - 17

SPRING & SUMMER 2023 At Naples Art Institute, imaginations come to life! Instructors guide students in art activities incorporating painting, drawing, sculpting, mixed media and more!

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585 Park Street Naples, FL 34102 239.262.6517 www.naplesart.org

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We offer seven weeks of summer camp for boys and girls 3-9, Monday-Friday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., $185 per week. Campers will enjoy a bounce house, arts & crafts, movies, dancing, and flexibility and strength skills. Different themes every week.

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NAPLES ART INSTITUTE 585 Park St., Naples 239-262-6517 www.naplesart.org/youth-education ARTScool students ages 5-17 learn by taking part in hands-on arts activities that incorporate math, science, language, history, and technology with painting, drawing, mixed media, paper arts, clay, printmaking, assembling 3D sculptures, and more. June 5-July 28.

Need-based scholarships available. b NAPLES PERFORMING ARTS CENTER YMCA of Collier County Naples 5450 YMCA Rd., Naples x 239-325-8789 www.naplesperformingartscenter.com Triple Threat Summer Workshops for ages 11-18 are June 5-Aug. 4, Monday-Friday, 1-4 p.m. Triple Threat Jr. Summer Camps for ages 4-10 are June 5-Aug. 4, Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to noon.

For ages 13-18, auditions for Mean Girls take place on May 23, with rehearsals Monday-Thursday, 5-9 p.m. (plus some bootcamp weekends), from June 5 to the performances on July 7-9.

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Summer CONTACT TO SIGN UP AND + INFO: tenniskids@emiliosanchezacademy.com (702) 849 4290 2035 Sanchez Casal way, Naples FL 34105

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Are you ready for Tennis camp?

Join our summer campito for a full experience to improve your tennis level, compete, have fun, and enjoy.

From June 5th-August 4th WITH 2 OPTIONS OF CAMP

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Auditions: May 23-24 Ages: 13 and up Rehearsals: Mon.-Thurs. 5-9pm Shows: July 7-9

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MERMAID TAILS DANCE 1089 N. Collier Blvd., #422, Marco Island 239-399-0551 x www.mermaidtailsdance.com

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF COLLIER COUNTY Bolch Club: 1155 Roberts Ave. W., Immokalee 239-675-7003 x www.bgccc.com Nichols Club: 7500 Davis Blvd., Naples 239-325-1700 x www.bgccc.com Join us for a fun, safe, and affordable camp for ages 6-18. Summer Camp Club members receive the support and tools needed to help them thrive academically, socially, and personally. Weekly themes. Scholarships available. Limited busing provided. June 5-July 28, Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

CAMP MENDINGHEART Avow Kids 239-261-4404 x www.avowcares.org

GENERAL/MULTI-SPECIALTY CAMPS BONITA SPRINGS YMCA 27200 Kent Rd., Bonita Springs 239-221-7560 x www.ymcaswfl.org

CAMP SHALOM Temple Shalom, 4630 Pine Ridge Rd., Naples 239-455-3227 x preschool@naplestemple.org www.templeshalompreschoolnaples.org Shalom Summer Camp is a fun and exciting program for children ages 1-6. The camp program includes music and movement, gymnastics, a bike track, exciting art projects, cooking, science, and water play in our spacious playground. Open to current Temple Shalom Preschool families only.

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Camps for ages 5-12, June 12-Aug. 4, include traditional day, specialty, sports, nature, and aquatics. Additional locations include Bonita Springs Recreation Center, Camp Estero, and Three Oaks Middle School. Teen Leadership and Travel camp opportunities for ages 13-15 are at Three Oaks and Bonita Rec Center. Open house and new parent orientation scheduled at Bonita Rec Center from 10-11 a.m. on April 29, and at the Bonita YMCA from 10-11 a.m. on May 27.

Camp MendingHeart is a fun, creative, and therapeutic program designed to allow children to express feelings, build coping skills, and reinforce positive memories of their loved ones at day and overnight grief camps. Check the website for other summer events.

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CAMP WILD Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens 1590 Goodlette-Frank Rd., Naples 239-315-7626, x158 www.napleszoo.org/camp-wild

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Campers will have incredible adventures meeting new animals, visiting behind-the-scenes areas, playing games and activities, and doing creative art while having a blast with new friends. MondayFriday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Ages 5-10. Volunteer opportunities for ages 16 and older.

CHILDREN’S MONTESSORI SCHOOL 2535 Northbrooke Plaza Dr., Naples 239-593-6668 www.childmont.com Children’s Montessori School offers summer camps for ages 1-6.

We also offer a summer Volunteer Pre-kindergarten (VPK) program for children who will be attending kindergarten in August 2023 and who have not yet attended VPK. Our camp features weekly themes. b CITY OF NAPLES PARKS & RECREATION 10 locations in Naples 239-213-3020 www.naplesgov.com The City of Naples offers a variety of specialty summer camps for ages 4-15. Camps offered include sports, visual and performing arts, aquatics, technology, nature, and summer VPK at 10 locations in Naples. Registration for specialty camps for City of Naples residents opens at 10 a.m. on April 3, and at 10 a.m. on April 17 for all others.

COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF NAPLES 13275 Livingston Rd., Naples 239-597-7575 www.communityschoolnaples.org Exciting learning opportunities and enriching academic classes within a caring and nurturing environment are at the heart of CSN Summer Programs. General, academic, technology, and sports camps are offered. Grades PK3-12, varies by program. Camps are open to both CSN and non-CSN students. b COLLIER COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION 10 locations in Collier County 239-252-4000 www.collierparks.com Experience a sweet summer at Camp Collier with a new theme each week. We offer general day camps as well as wide variety of specialty camps, ranging from the arts to robotics to sports, at 10 locations in Collier County from June 5-Aug. 4, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for grades K-8, with before- and after-care available. We offer inclusion opportunities as well as our Adaptive Inclusive Recreation Day Camp at Golden Gate Community Park. Registration begins online at 7 a.m. and in-person at 9 a.m. on April 3.

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DISCOVER IRISH DANCE THIS SUMMER Where dance is an adventure The Naples School of Irish Dance, 875 94th Ave. N., Naples FL 34108 Contact Robin Maki at 516-314-7404 or RLRBM@msn.com NaplesIrishDance@gmail.com

Naples School of Irish Dance

Drop-in Mini Summer Camp!

Registration Now Open!

June 20-Aug. 5, 9 am tois12 pm, Monday-Friday Ages 7+, $20 per day. Pre-registration required

Naples Irish Dance Company

Registration for Our Annual Workshop is Open!

Registration is Open, Ages 7+ June 1-30, Ages 7+, Some Experience Necessary

Some Experience Necessary

Fall Classes for Ages 7+ Start August 15

Naples IrishRegistration Dance Preschool is Open! Program Registration is Open!

Jump'n Jig Class for Ages 4-6 For Registration Ages 4-6, Limited Availability for August is Open!

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NATURE CAMPS WILD FLORIDA ADVENTURE CAMP Audubon Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary 75 Sanctuary Rd. W., Naples 239-348-9151, x110 https://corkscrew.audubon.org/summer-camp-23 Nature lovers ages 6-12 will love exploring the swamp through a variety of hands-on science- and art-based activities. Weekly themes include Mysteries of the Swamp, Swamp Invaders, Many Miles of Reptiles, and It’s a Bug’s Life. For ages 6-12, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday-Friday, June 5 to July 21. Before- and after-care available. Sign up for one week or more. $225/week or $180/week for members. Scholarships and sibling discounts are also available.

b EASTERSEALS FLORIDA 8793 Tamiami Tr. E., #111, Naples 239-403-0366 x www.easterseals.com/florida Easterseals’ Summer STEAM Adaptive Day Camp serves ages 1317 with developmental disabilities. Summer campers participate in individualized adaptive activities including culinary, digital crafting, camera use, photo editing, 3D printing, crafts, virtual reality, and community outings. Camp starts June 2, and runs Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Easterseals also offers a year-round Adult Day Training Program for ages 18 and older. For more information or to register, contact Catrina Sanchez at csanchez@fl.easterseals. com or at 239-403-0366.

OVERNIGHT CAMP CAMP HIGHLANDER Mills River, North Carolina 828-891-7721 x www.camphighlander.com Experience a magical summer at Camp Highlander, a summer camp for girls and boys ages 6-16 located on Old Forge Mountain in Mills River, North Carolina. Year after year, girls and boys from all over the country come to the beautiful mountains of North Carolina and Camp Highlander – a special place where children learn important life lessons about courage, honesty, integrity, and faith while having the time of their lives. Come discover why Camp Highlander is a place like no other.

MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF NAPLES 2655 Northbrooke Dr., Naples 239-597-2255 x www.naplesmontessori.org Children do not have to be a Montessori Academy student to enroll in our summer programs for ages 3-5 and 6-12. Children will have a summer of mystery solving, skill building, and fun. Each program offers ageappropriate activities that reinforce the idea of developing specific skills and knowledge. Outside time each day, weather permitting.

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YMCA OF COLLIER COUNTY 5450 YMCA Rd., Naples FL 34109 239-587-3148 x www.ymcacollier.org 101 Sand Hill St., Marco Island 239-394-9622 x www.ymcacollier.org

ATHLETIC REPUBLIC 6425 Naples Blvd. #2, Naples 239-429-0653 x www.naples.athleticrepublic.com Your off-season gains drive in-season wins. Sign up your athletes for our Youth Sports Performance Summer Camps. Camps run Monday-Friday in an air-conditioned facility from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. for ages 7-14. We offer conditioning for all sports and skills levels. 10:1 athlete-to-trainer ratio. Weekly athlete scorecard, Tshirt, and awards included. $175/week for members; $220/week non-members.

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Summer Camp at the YMCA is full of fun no matter the location!

Locations include YMCA of Collier County Naples, YMCA of Collier County Marco Island, Cornerstone Methodist Church, Golder Gate Elementary, Manatee Elementary School, and Manatee Middle School. The YMCA offers general day camp, specialty sports camps, and performing arts camp. Ages 4-17.

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i9 SPORTS Collier and Lee counties 239-308-9849 www.i9sports.com

TGA offers golf and tennis programs for ages 5-12 in Bonita Springs, Naples, Estero, Cape Coral, and Fort Myers. TGA Sports Golf & Tennis Camps in Naples and Fort Myers o­ffer an unforgettable experience for your child by combining athletic skill development activities, academic lessons related to sports, and life lessons in perseverance, sportsmanship, and leadership. Our dedicated coaching sta­ff helps campers advance their skills, knowledge, and passion for the sports while they build friendships and life-long memories.

WELLFIT GIRLS ADVENTURE CAMP 6240 Shirley Street, #204, Naples 727-492-6376 x www.wellfitgirls.org

i9 Sports offers year-round leagues in both Collier and Lee counties for boys and girls ages 4-15 in flag football, baseball, soccer, basketball, and volleyball. The i9 Sports program teaches young athletes the fundamentals of the game, healthy competition, and good sportsmanship.

MARCO SHARKS MMA 1089 N. Collier Blvd., #422, Marco Island 239-399-0551 www.marcosharksmma.com We offer seven weeks of summer camp for boys and girls 3-9, Monday-Friday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., $185 per week. Campers will enjoy a bounce house, arts & crafts, movies, dancing, and flexibility and strength skills. Different themes every week.

SCUBA OUTFITTERS 950 3rd Ave. N., Naples 239-280-5500 www.scubaoutfittersnaples.com Scuba Outfitters offers several scuba camps for ages 8-17. PADI Seal Team Camp for ages 8-11 is an excellent way to introduce kids to scuba diving. PADI Junior Open Water Camp for ages 10-17 teaches kids important scuba safety skills and allows them to receive their PADI Junior Open Water Certification. The PADI Junior Adventure Diver Camp for ages 12-17 is for kids who already have received their PADI Junior Open Water Certification.

Wellfit offers a unique opportunity for middle school girls to participate in three weeks of leadership, fitness, and empowerment July 10-28. Activities include creative self-expression, personal discovery, yoga, fitness, meditation, team-building games, connection, and fun. Camp culminates with a five-day expedition to General Coffee State Park in Nicholls, Georgia. Scholarships are available.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOLS FIRST NAPLES 3000 Orange Blossom Dr., Naples 239-597-6057 www.firstnaples.org/vbs Vacation Bible School 2023 will be held June 5-9 from 9 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. for ages 4 (by Sept. 1) through current fifth graders.

This year’s theme is Launch. Free.

NORTH NAPLES BAPTIST CHURCH 1811 Oakes Blvd., Naples 239-597-2201 x www.nnbc.life This summer’s theme is Twists & Turns. VBS will be held June 5-9. The VBS AM option runs from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and the cost is $5. VBS PM is 5:30-7:30 p.m., and the cost is $5.

Both camps are for ages 3 through teens, and feature music, games, crafts, drama, Bible stories, and missions. VBS PM includes dinner.

Reading Rescue Dyslexia Program Phonics and Reading Instruction Making powerful changes in the lives of children with dyslexia, ADD, and other learning challenges.

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Summer Campito (ages 4-10) and Summer Pre-Academy run from June 5 to Aug. 4. Both camps offer half- and full-day sessions. Fullday starts at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 2:30 p.m., while half-day runs from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Campers participate in daily tennis instruction and games and pool time. Campito campers will enjoy arts & crafts and activities, while Pre-Academy students will have one hour of matchplay. Lunch and snack is included.

TGA GOLF & TENNIS SWFL 440-666-0825 www.playtga.com/southleecounty

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EMILIO SÁNCHEZ ACADEMY TENNIS CAMP 2035 Sanchez-Casal Way, Naples 702-849-4290 www.emiliosanchezacademy.com

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