2015 Tri-Cities Summer Camp Guide

2015 Summer Camp Guide

A Summer of Endless Opportunities

Mathnasium

From math to dance to music, the local choices are endless when it comes to your child’s summer camp options. Try not to get overwhelmed. You have choices and we have answers.

The following pages are filled with a variety of camps—academic, spiritual, artistic, athletic and more—intended to ensure your child’s brain, body and soul return to school next fall refreshed, reenergized and ready to tackle another strenuous academic year. If you need a half-day, academic camp, there is an option for you. Looking for a low-cost option or simply an hour-long activity?

We’ve got that too.

Flexible Scheduling Field trips, clubs and weekly themes make for action-packed YMCA of Orange County summer camps located at schools throughout Dana Point, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano. Programs are aimed to help children grow stronger together through outings and participation in clubs such as science, cooking and sign language.

Students can attend full- or part-time. www.ymcaoc.org.

Overnight Stays Week-long camps at Lazy W Ranch take campers to the waters and trails around San Juan Capistrano where they hike, surf, kayak, cook and stand-up paddleboard with small groups and experienced counselors.

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Choose from adventure or creation camp where participants learn within a Christian community, build relationships and develop new skills. www.lazywranch.org.

Keeping up with Coursework Specially trained instructors at Mathnasium utilize customized curriculum to ensure each student’s mathematic learning needs are accordingly met. From building math foundations to assisting with homework, instructors foster a learning environment geared toward academic success where students gain an understanding of concepts and build confidence. www.mathnasium.com.

Collegiate Offerings It’s never too early to think about college.

Since the early 1980s, Saddleback College has been giving students ages 7 to 17 a chance to experience higher education through College for Kids. Offered in three sessions, students can develop their own class schedules, selecting from courses in writing, math, Spanish, science, theater, sports, film animation and more. www.saddleback.edu.

Taking the Stage Budding performers can grow their reper-

toire of skills during weekly camps at the Cabrillo and Camino Real playhouses with Acting Academy for Kids. Acting, music and dance classes culminate in a Friday performance on the main stage. Each week brings a new theme—from Frozen to Little Orphan Annie—and students can attend one week or all summer long. www.actingacademyforkids.com.

••••• These are just a few offerings in the neighborhood. Browse the rest of our Summer Camp Guide for a number of area camps aimed to fit your—and your child’s—summertime schedules, needs and wallets.

2015 Summer Camp Guide Summer is a time for exploration.

This season, indulge your child’s interests by enrolling them in camps that will make sure they stay physically active, mentally sharp and creatively challenged.

Arts Acting Academy for Kids

Summer Performing Arts Camps serving ages 4 to 13. Campers are guided through a full theater immersion experience via four daily classes—music, art, acting and dance.

The culminating event will be a Friday performance on the main stage at Camino Real Playhouse and the Cabrillo Playhouse.

Children can participate for one week, the entire summer or anywhere in between. It’s time to watch your star shine. Camino Real Playhouse, 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, Cabrillo Playhouse, 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente, 714.747.4915, www.actingacademyforkids.com.

DanMan’s Summer Rock Camps

Not your father’s band. DanMan’s five-day intensive workshops let campers create and name their own rock bands and put on a real show for family and friends. Instructions on guitar, piano, drums, bass and vocals are provided by inspiring, professional music teachers. Exercises include creating set lists, T-shirts, band posters, a photo shoot and rehearsing for the big gig. Cost is $250. Bring in DanMan’s ad from this issue before June 15 and receive $25 off. Camps begin July 6. 24699 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.496.6556, www.danmans.com.

The Arts Project of Orange County Spend your summer at San Clemente’s one-stop shop for all things art. We offer classes in acting, voice, music and studio art for creative kid ages 3 and up. Your aspiring musician can make music at The Sound Studio. The Art Studio explores mediums such as painting, drawing and mixed media. In the Black Box Studio, become a triple threat in singing, acting and dancing. 1317 Calle Avanzado, San Clemente, 949.276.2787, www.theartsprojectoc.com.

Education JSerra Catholic High School

Ocean Institute

JSerra Catholic High School is excited to announce its brand new summer program for middle school students— Lion Engage. Designed for students entering sixth through eight grades, Lion Engage is a great opportunity to dive into experiential learning. Students will learn hands-on from passionate and engaging instructors, interact with high school student mentors and have fun while doing it.

23651 Junipero Serra Road, San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.9307 ext. 1107, www.jserra.org/lionengage.

Mathnasium

Mathnasium programs are aimed at preventing summer learning loss and helping students prepare for what lies ahead. For some, that means a review of previous material while others benefit from previewing upcoming concepts. We offer several options like our most popular—a package of Power Math Workout sessions—or a short-term boot camp. Need help deciding? We can help you determine what program best suits your child.

Dana Point: 949.240.6284, San Clemente: 949.481.6284, www.mathnasium.com.

Mission San Juan Capistrano Mission San Juan Capistrano is pleased to offer summertime programs the entire family can enjoy, including weekly activities and summer camps. Weekly craft activities for children ages 6 to 12 will run from July 6 through Aug. 28. This year’s camp offerings include the Ceramic Clay Camp running July 6 to July 17 and July 20 to July 31. The popular Adventure Sleepover: Night at the Mission will be held July 17 and 18. 26801 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano, 949.234.1300, www.missionsjc.com.

Ocean Institute

Let your child explore the mysteries of the ocean through our unique, hands-on marine science and maritime history summer camps. Campers can study marine wildlife in our labs, take a cruise aboard our research

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vessel Sea Explorer, or even step back in time to the life of a tallship sailor in the 1800s.

Camps are suitable for kids and teens ages 5 to 17 and include week-long day camps and overnight adventures. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.2274, www.ocean-institute.org.

Registration opens April 1. 28000 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo, 949.582.4646, www.saddleback.edu/ce.

Saddleback College

SV Kids summer day camp provides a safe Christian environment with fun activities and field-trips, as well as grade-appropriate academic review.

Camp runs nine weeks, from June 8 to Aug. 7. Each week has its own exciting theme, like “Survivor,” and “Amazing Race.” Cost for K-6th grade students is $205 a week. Junior Counselor program for 7th and 8th graders is $85 a week. Email svkids@svcschools.org for more. 26333 Oso Road, San Juan Capistrano, 949.443.4050, www.svcschools.org.

College for Kids gives children and teens ages 7 to 17 a chance to experience real college life in a safe and enriching environment on the Saddleback College campus in Mission Viejo. Power Week runs June 22 through 25, followed by three two-week College for Kids sessions running from June 29 to Aug. 3. Kids will enjoy a fun-filled array of academic and sports opportunities.

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Book Smart Help your children stay sharp, hone in on reading skills and stay ahead of the curve this summer by partaking in free events at your local library branch.

The Dana Point and San Juan Capistrano libraries have programs aimed to help students increase their vocabularies, improve reading abilities and more. Be sure to mark your calendars for upcoming events like reading to trained therapy dogs and hands-on projects for children and tweens.

MONDAY

Family Storytime

6:30 p.m. Get into the fun once a month as the Sunshine Readers host family story time at the San Juan Capistrano Library.

Upcoming dates include: April 20, May 18, June 15, July 20 and Aug 17.

7 p.m. One Monday a month families are invited for a night of stories, songs and fun at the Dana Point Library. Don’t forget your PJs. All ages invited. Dates include: March 30, April 27, May 18 and June 22.

TUESDAY

Preschool Storytime

and their caregivers. Enjoy stories, songs, crafts and more.

WEDNESDAY

Read to a Dog

3 p.m. Children can practice their skills and build confidence reading aloud by sharing favorite tales with certified therapy dogs on the first Wednesday of each month at the Dana Point Library.

Family Storytime

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11:30 a.m. Bring the entire family for stories and rhymes in both English and Spanish at the San Juan Capistrano Library each Wednesday. All ages are welcome.

THURSDAY

Pajama Storytime

Kids Club

4 p.m. Elementary school children, ages 5 to 8, are invited to the Dana Point Library every second Thursday of the month to take part in fun, informative hands-on activities and experiments.

Tween Scene

11:15 a.m. Join the San Juan Capistrano Library every Tuesday for a fun—and story—filled event for children ages 3 to 6

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4 p.m. Tweens ages 9 to 12 can participate in hands-on experiments and group projects—like building parachutes and making snow—at the Dana Point Library.

St. Anne Summer Knights Camp Designed for children from preschool through middle school, St. Anne Summer Knights Camp days are filled with a balance of light academics, arts and crafts, water play, weekly themes, special guests, cooking and field trips. The flexible schedule is ideal for working parents and kids looking for some summer fun in a fun, safe environment. Sign up and join us for all or part of our program. 32451 Bear Brand Road, Laguna Niguel, 949.276.6711, www.st-anne.org/summercamp.

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SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO LIBRARY 31495 El Camino Real San Juan Capistrano, Calif.

949.493-1752 www.ocpl.org/libloc/sjc Hours of Operation: Monday to Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Thursday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Friday: Closed Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday: Noon to 5 p.m.

DANA POINT LIBRARY 33481 Niguel Road Dana Point, Calif.

949.496.5517 www.ocpl.org/libloc/dana Hours of Operation: Monday to Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Thursday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday: Noon to 5 p.m.

SAN CLEMENTE LIBRARY: MOBILE HUB Vista Hermosa Sports Park 987 Avenida Vista Hermosa San Clemente, Calif. www.ocpl.org/libloc.sc Hours of Operation: Wednesday to Saturday: Noon to 5 p.m.

The main library at 242 Avenida Del Mar is currently closed for construction but will reopen in June.

Use your summer to be inspired and explore your interests in the arts and STEM through St. Margaret’s Episcopal School summer programs. Summer 2015 at St. Margaret’s is a world of new challenges, hands-on, creative experiences and mind-blowing fun for students of all ages. Exclusive partnerships with the UCI School of Engineering and the Winder Academy of Music. Visit www.smes.org/summer to discover all of St. Margaret’s summer offerings for students preschool to grade 12. 31641 La Novia, San Juan Capistrano, 949.661.0108.

Talega Life Church Preschool Our mission is to provide a positive first step in a child’s lifelong journey of faith and

education. We believe that every child is a precious gift from God. It is our goal to love and nurture each child in our care. We seek to aid in the child’s development: physically, spiritually, intellectually, emotionally and socially. 1050 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, 949.542.8680, www.talegachurch.com.

Fitness 949 Volleyball Club In just six years, 949 Volleyball Club has won six Junior Olympic medals and two Junior National Championship titles.

949 provides camps for all ability levels ages 9 to 18. Here, our goal is to teach beginners the game’s fundamentals and to prepare established players for NCAA competition.

949 promotes sportsmanlike behavior in and out of the gym, instills the values of integrity, dedication and hard work and focuses on having fun. 32701 Calle Perfecto, San Juan Capistrano, 949.374.2890, www.949vb.com.

American Beach Volleyball Club

Located at Doheny State Beach, American Beach Volleyball Club offers fun, encouraging, high-level volleyball coaching and play for participants ages 8 to 22. Registration for spring/summer sessions is now open for ages 12 to 22. July and August sessions are also offered for ages 8 to 12. In our fourth year, we have some of the best youth beach volleyball players in the United States with athletes on sand volleyball scholarships to UCLA, Pepperdine and USC. www.americanbeachvolleyballclub.com.

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Aquazot Swim Club The Aquazot Swim Club summer session is designed as a fun and structured program to develop swimming skills for 5 to 12 year olds who are already water safe. Our experienced instructors employ the most recent aquatics methods to progress each student through from basic to advanced stroke ability in all four competitive strokes. Mini swim meets will be held every two weeks as a fun way to judge each student’s progress. 680 California Ave, Irvine, 714.470.3763, www.aquazot.org.

Bella Collina Towne & Golf Club Evidence suggests regular physical activity may help improve a student’s academic performance. This summer, challenge your child by introducing them to the exciting world of golf. Each weeklong session includes instruction by experienced, nurturing golf professionals.

Campers enjoy confidence-building activities, on course play and fun games. Golf achievement medals are awarded at the end of each week. Clubs, lunch and snack

provided. Runs from June 22 through Aug. 14. Cost is $275. 200 Avenida La Pata, San Clemente, 949.498.3771, www.bellacollinasanclemente.com.

Endless Summer Surf Camp

Dana West Yacht Club Junior Sailing Camp Dana West Yacht Club is again offering their sailing camp to community kids ages 8 to 18. The dates of the sessions, which are independent or consecutive are: June 22 to July 3, July 6 to July 17, and July 20 to July 31. Larger boats are now available for older or more advanced sailors. Check out their junior video at: www.dwyc.org. DWYC was named “The Best Yacht Club in Dana Point” by readers of the DP Times in 2013 and 2014.

714.746.1596, juniors@dwyc.org.

Doheny Junior Lifeguard: Waterman’s Academy This Program emphasizes teamwork, leadership and safety while introducing young people to safe marine and aquatic recreation oppor-

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tunities. The academy will provide quality water safety education while improving participant’s physical conditioning, their understanding of the environment and their respect for themselves and their community. This is accomplished through activities such as open water swimming, stand-up paddling, paddle-boarding, surfing, kayaking, free diving, self-rescue and more. All abilities and skill levels may participate.

25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.6162, www.dohojg.com.

Learn to surf at San Clemente’s premier surf camp where dreams have come true since 1992. Whether you have never surfed or if you want to take your surfing to the next level we have surf instruction and coaching for you. We have day and overnight surf camps as well as private and group lessons for beginning, intermediate and advanced surfers. Also offering surf and turf camps at Talega Golf Course with PGA Teacher of the year Randy Chang. 949.498.7862, www.endlesssummersurfcamp.com.

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Etnies Skatepark

Julie Foudy Soccer Camp

Etnies Skatepark offers the most dynamic weekly summer skateboarding camps in Orange County.

Each camper receives a camp shirt and has the opportunity to create a skateboard deck. During breaks, campers have full access to the video game lounge so the days are always exciting and fun-filled. Photography and videography camps are also available. Etnies Skatepark covers 62,000 square feet, making it the largest free public skatepark in America.

20028 Lake Forest Drive, 949.916.5870, www.etniesskatepark.com.

The Julie Foudy Soccer Camp returns to Mission Viejo, July 14-17, for our 20th year.

Imagine Olympic and World Cup champions, pro players and collegiate coaches advising your daughter. Our unique full-day camp is highlighted by U.S. National Team exercises, team building and leadership development from the most successful female players and coaches in the game. Also, for little ones, the Julie Foudy Happy Feet Program offers half-day fun for boys and girls ages 3 to 7. www.juliefoudysoccercamps.com.

JP’s Surf Camp

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Located in North Beach, JP’s Surf camp was founded in 2001 with a focus on small, group-based instruction—the student to instructor ratio is 3 to 1. Camps run from June 22 through Aug. 14 with sessions being held from 9 a.m. to noon and 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Singleday, multiple-day and full-week camps are available as well as private lessons.

Surfboards and advanced instruction are also provided. Early Bird pricing has started.

949.547.2088, www.jpssurfcamp.com.

OC Junior Guards OC Junior Guards is staffed and operated

by OC Lifeguards.

Junior guard instructors are certified lifeguards who teach students critical ocean safety fundamentals through hands-on experience in a variety of lifesaving and waterman/ woman activities. Get safe for summer. Ages 8-15. Location: Strands Beach, Dana Point.

Times: Mon-Fri, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dates: Session 1: June 22-July 3($345). Session 2: July 6-July 17($345). Session 3: July 20-July 31($345).

Session 4: Aug. 3-Aug. 14($345). Sign up at www.ocjuniorguards.com, 949.443.0773.

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Getting Crafty Whether they be cultural, culinary or creative, local recreation programs for the cities of Dana Point, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano are full of camp and course options for everyone in your household.

Ballet Folklorico provides a low-cost opportunity for participants ages 7 to 18 to build self-esteem, work in teams, learn about cultural diversity and interact with students from schools across San Juan Capistrano. Dance lessons are offered bi-weekly on a year-round basis. www.sanjuancapistrano.org.

tummy. Attendees are inspired to cook, create and experiment in the kitchen. Classes are held Monday to Friday and offered in four sessions. www.san-clemente.org.

Incrediflix Camps encourage kids to take the reins get behind the scenes during these animation and filmmaking camps. Participants will learn about brain storming, story structure and storyboarding. New themes offered during each weeklong course. www.san-clemente.org.

Magic of Musical Theatre Camp brings the joy of imagination, exploration and creativity to participants ages 8 to 12 years.

Each camper sings, dances and memorizes Broadway lyrics before putting on a group musical showcase at the end if this oneweek program. www.danapoint.org.

Coyote Clay Camp offers participants ages 7 to 10 the chance to get creative with mud.

Students learn ceramic, hand-building techniques and how to throw clay on a wheel to create sea animals, chalkboards, boxes, animal banks and more. Camps are two weeks long. www.danapoint.org.

Culinary Kids gives children ages 5 to 12 years old the hands-on instruction necessary to see meals from start to finish—or oven to

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Red Tide Swim Team This is a novice summer team for swimmers ages 4 to 16.

Under the direction of Saddleback Valley Christian School coach Bert Bergen, swimmers are taught strokes, dives and turns in a welcoming environment. Swimmers have fun, learn race strategies and earn ribbons in four local dual meets. Program runs June 16 to July 31 with practices Tuesday to Friday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. JSerra Catholic High School, 26351 Junipero Serra Road, San Juan Capistrano, 949.291.1659, redtideswimteam@gmail.com.

San Clemente Dance & Performing Arts Center San Clemente Dance is celebrating its 20th anniversary with fun and exciting summer camps and workshops for dancers of all levels and all ages—from 3 to adult. An eight-week summer session and weeklong dance camps with themes like Cinderella and Frozen will be offered along with camps featuring a variety of dance styles such as tap, ballet and hip hop. Workshops are also available for more serious dancers with California’s top teachers. 1321 Calle Avanzado, San Clemente, 949.498.7571, www.sanclementedance.com.

San Clemente Municipal Golf Course Whether driving a ball for the first time or honing in on your short game, experienced golf instructors at San Clemente Municipal are ready

to teach. Junior golf camps for kids age 6 to 14 are limited to just 12 students and are aimed at building a love for the game through practice and lots of fun. A developmental boot camp for high school aged students is also available with a focus on personal instruction. 150 E. Magdalena, San Clemente, 949.697.7224, 949.361.8380, www.sanclementegc.com.

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South Coast Conservatory Join us at South Coast Conservatory for our incredible summer programs.

Starting July 6 we will offer weeklong camps in a variety of dance styles for kids ages 4 to 10. Become a ballet princess, perfect your cartwheel or learn to break dance. We provide the best training in ballet, jazz, hip-hop, cheernastics, tumbling and musical theater.

Register now to reserve your spot. Space is limited. 27652 Camino Capistrano, Laguna Niguel; 400-C Camino de Estrella, San Clemente, 949.367.0099, www.mvdpac.com.

Tstreet Volleyball Club

Tstreet Volleyball Club trains more than 350 athletes ages 9 to 18 and is recognized as one of the top clubs in the country. Conveniently located in Irvine’s Spectrum District, Tstreet offers a full range of position-specific general skills and clinics all summer. All participants, whether beginning or advanced, are placed in a serious learning environment.

Experienced coaches, following in the footsteps of founder Olympic gold medalist Troy Tanner, teach proper volleyball mechanics in competitive fun drills. 949.305.8083, www.tstreetvolleyball.com.

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Waterbabies Swim School Waterbabies Swim School, a leader in infant aquatics, has been teaching children to swim for over 20 years.

Newborns can start lessons in our 92° water and continue to swim year round to maintain their skills. As the children grow and develop, all four competitive swim strokes are taught with beauty and accuracy allowing the swimmers an easy transition to swim team. 142 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949.488.2512. Sign up now at www.waterbabiesswimschool.com.

Westwind Sailing & Paddling

Westwind Sailing has been providing public access, safe boating education at the OC Sailing and Events Center since 1987.

Summer fun at Westwind includes sailing classes/day camps, paddling classes/day camps for all ages and skill levels. Westwind is US Sailing, Community Sailing sanctioned, and our staff is US Sailing, USCG, ASI, ACA, CPR and first aid certified. Camps and classes meet at OC Sailing & Events Center.

34451 Ensenada Place, Dana Point Harbor, 949.492.3035, www.westwindsailing.com.

Other Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley

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The Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley offers summer day camp programs at three different south Orange County

locations including: San Juan Capistrano, Aliso Viejo and Rancho Santa Margarita.

Day Camp runs from June 22 through Aug. 21 and is offered Monday through Friday.

Members participate in fun hands-on activities and field trips. Member’s age ranges, cost and time frames vary by location.

Call for more information. 1 Via Positiva, San Juan Capistrano, 949.240.7898, www.bgccapo.com.

Boys & Girls Club of the South Coast Area

Prevent summer learning loss by extending your child’s learning all summer with Summer Brain Gain. The program helps students build literacy, research, math and technology skills while exploring ideas, participating in fun projects, working in groups and expressing themselves. The Brain Gain will help your child learn in amazing ways.

Program runs from June 22 to Aug. 20.

Fees are $30 per child. Email marybruner@ bgcsca.org for more information. 1304 Calle Valle, San Clemente, 949.484.0205, www.begreatsanclemente.org.

City of San Clemente

Adventures are now open with sizzling early bird savings lasting until May 5. Explore sports, surfing, science, performing arts, film, dance, cooking, day camps and so much more to guarantee your best summer ever. Not sure what camp to sign up for?

Come to Campalooza at the Aquatics Center, 987 Avenida Vista Hermosa, on Saturday, May 9 for free giveaways, discounts, to meet instructors and a recreation swim. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/sanclementerecreation for more. 949.429.8797, www.san-clemente.org/recreation.

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Emerald Cove Day Camp

Emerald Cove Day Camp offers children creative outdoor fun in a nurturing, faith-based environment. The program is designed to help children grow in character, skills, relationships and faith. Three sessions will be held from June 29 to July 10; July 13 to 24 and July 27 to Aug. 7. Camp is held Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Activities include archery, nature exploration, horsemanship, games, arts, field trips, singing and daily inspirations. 949.361.3077, www.emeraldcovedaycamp.com.

Lifesavers of Tomorrow California’s lifeguards are held in high regard. Throughout the year they keep a close watch on local waters ensuring the safety of beachgoers. And each spring young hopefuls show their skills as they try out for one of a few coveted summer jobs.

For many, it’s a childhood dream— dreams that are fostered during the summer when junior lifeguard programs welcome area youth to learn about water safety, improve their physical conditioning, gain an understanding of the environment and build a respect for themselves, their parents and peers.

“We are educating the future leaders of California who will go far beyond Junior Lifeguards,” said Seasonal Lifeguard II Eric Martin, junior guard coordinator at Doheny State Beach.

For area youth interested in junior watermen and lifeguard programs there are a few options from the City of San Clemente, California State Parks, California Junior Lifeguard Programs and Orange County.

This year, state parks have introduced a pilot course at Doheny State Beach that acts as a stepping stone for participants to becoming actual lifeguards. The Watermans Academy is for those who have completed Junior Lifeguards and maintains junior program fundamentals while integrating stand-up paddle, dory races, free drives, tide pool exploration, conservation practices, CPR, first aid and rescues.

CALIFORNIA STATE PARKS San Clemente State Junior Lifeguards Two sessions—from June 29 to July 24 and July 27 to Aug. 21—will be held for

participants ages 8 to 15. Program runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. Tryouts for new junior guard participants are required. www.scstatejg.com.

DOHENY STATE JUNIOR LIFEGUARDS Waterman Academy The academy will be offered in four sessions: June 22 to July 3; July 6 to July 17; July 20 to July 31; and Aug. 3 to Aug. 14.

Courses will be held five days a week.

Swim test not yet scheduled. www.dohojg.com.

CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE Junior Lifeguards Three sessions are offered to participants ages 9 to 17 from June 22 to July 10; July 13 to July 31; and Aug. 3 to Aug. 21. Sessions run Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to noon or 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Swim test required before registration. www.san-clemente.org.

CALIFORNIA JUNIOR LIFEGUARD Salt Creek Beach Junior Lifeguards The Essential Junior Guard program is offered in weekly sessions starting June 29. The Junior Guard program will be held in three sessions: June 22 to July 10; July 13 to July 13 to July 31 and Aug. 3 to Aug. 21 for participants ages 8 to 17. www.jrlifeguards.com.

ORANGE COUNTY OC Junior Guards Participants ages 8 to 15 can choose from four two-week sessions: June 22 to July 3; July 6 to July 17; July 20 to July 31; and Aug. 3 to Aug. 14. Courses run five days a week from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. New enrollees must complete swim test. www.oclg.org.

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Henken Orthodontics

Talega Life Church

Summer is a time for fun. It is also a time to ensure your child’s mind, body and dental health are in tip-top shape. Take this break from school as an opportunity to visit Dr. Edmond Henken—an orthodontist celebrating 27 years of creating “winning smiles” in south Orange County—for all your family’s aesthetic orthodontic needs like Invisalign and clear braces. Open Monday through Friday. 1171 Puerta Del Sol, Suite B, San Clemente, 949.661.3336, www.teamortho.com.

TLC summer camp is designed to meet the ever growing needs of the youth in our community through fun, mentorship and education. As a state licensed program, we offer weekly themes and field trips with corresponding arts and crafts, games and activities. At TLC, campers are given a daily opportunity to explore their world, make new friends and build invaluable life skills. 1040 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, 949.545.0188, www.talegachurch.com.

La Cristianita Preschool

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Talega Life Church

La Cristianita offers flexible programs for children ages 18 months to 5 years.

Schedules are available for two, three and five days per week for full or half-days. Summer sessions are being offered from June 22 to July 16 and July 20 to Aug. 14. There will be two separate weeks of Vacation Bible School.

During the summer, we will welcome The Lizard Lady, a mad scientist and more.

La Cristianita Preschool, 35522 Camino Capistrano, San Clemente, 949.496.1405, www.clcsanclemente.org.

St. Andrews by-the-Sea

At St. Andrew’s summer program, Everest, children ages 4 years old through fifth-grade will learn how to conquer life’s challenges with God’s mighty power. Participants will embark on an icy expedition guided by experienced leaders who will help them overcome obstacles. Program runs July 20 to 24 from 9 a.m. to noon. Cost is $60 per child. 2001 Calle Frontera, San Clemente, 949.492.2537, www.sabts.com.

Pipeline Kids has great plans this summer, starting with the Pajama Jam on May 29, filled with games, prizes, worship and of course, sleep. Get your summer moving with Vacation Bible School, running June 22 to 25, followed by a two-day surf camp at North Beach on July 7 and 8. Our final event is a week of fun and adventure at the Forest Home Christian Conference Center from Aug. 2 to 7. Contact Anna Nelson for more info: 949.369.7283 ext. 11, anna@theshoreline.org.

YMCA of Orange County Are you ready to do more and be more this summer? Summer Camp at the YMCA is a fun, action-packed adventure filled with sports, outdoor activities and field trips—the best part is, camp is located right on a local school campus.

This licensed full-day program focuses on character development, involves campers in a service learning project, engages participants through clubs and features trips to the zoo, planetarium and more. 866.837.9622, www.ymcaoc.org/camps.

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Avoid the Summer Slide Summer is almost here.

Coupled with your child’s departure from classroom instruction is what some researchers refer to as the “summer slide”—the loss of learning over summer break.

Dodge it.

Practice

There are things parents can do to take charge, avoid the slide and ensure learning is a priority even as summer fun comes knocking on the door. Here are some ideas from Carrie Jasper, director of outreach to parents and families at the U.S. Department of Education, for you to challenge and encourage your child.

Discover fun ways to incorporate summer learning. Visit a museum, zoo, farmers market, beach, park or festival. Plan your day together. Look at maps and figure out how far you will travel. When it’s all over, have your child talk about, write or draw their favorite parts of the day.

Set Goals

Determine what you and your child will accomplish in a set time—like learning the ABCs in Spanish after one week, knowing how to multiply by nines in two weeks, learning how to print your first and last name in three weeks or finishing the Harry Potter series by summer’s end.

Set aside 10 to 15 minutes a day to work on each goal. Also, invest in work and reading books for your child’s soon-to-be grade level and practice upcoming concepts.

Apply What You’ve Learned

Explore various ways to apply developed skills. Have your child add up the items on your next grocery store trip or read street and business signs aloud.

Go on an Adventure

Celebrate

Enjoy a mid-summer reward and celebrate all the goals set and achieved before school starts. The Federal Registry for Educational Excellence provides a free database with digital teaching and learning resources— including articles on fire safety, Women’s History Month, staying healthy, cyber safety and more—at www.free.ed.gov.