SAN DIEGO COUNTY’S Best Summer Camps

There’s a lot of buzz about summer camps. Wondering what all the excitement is about? Summer break offers a unique and exclusive opportunity for kids to explore new interests and learn new skills in a fun, supportive, relaxed environment. It also allows them to engage in activities they may not have time or energy for when they’re in school. This month and next we’re highlighting awesome camps in a variety of categories. Kids work hard all year, so encourage them to explore and play hard during summer!

Swimming Lessons

Aqua Pros Swim School

Clairemont Mesa; All ages www.aquapros.org

Floaties Swim School

Poway & Chula Vista; All ages www.floatiesswimschool.com

There may still be time to register for local Junior Lifeguard programs. Access a list of countywide programs at www.sandiegofamily.com/resources/ summer-camps-and-programs/juniorlifeguard-programs.

Stem Camps

Camp Galileo

Downtown San Diego; Grades K–8

June 9–July 18 www.galileo-camps.com

Engaging STEAM exploration, handson collaboration and outdoor fun. Use code GALSDFAMILY40 to save $40 per week.

Tennis + Coding Camp

Del Mar; Ages 6–12

June 2–July 25 www.delmartennis.com

The physical activity of tennis and mental agility of coding (with Ember Coding Lab) provides the best of both worlds!

Fleet Science Center STEM Camps

Balboa Park; PreK–8th grade

June 2–August 8 www.fleetscience.org/events/camps  Focusing on inquiry and play, kids investigate fascinating concepts like air pressure, electrical currents, life cycles and chemical reactions.

San Diego Model Railroad Camps  Balboa Park; TK–9th grade

Campers paint, plaster, lay track and construct a mini-town with buildings,

Soar & Explore STEM Camp

Emerald Hills; Ages 7–13

Campers explore ocean science, flight, basic video game development, renewable ways to save our planet and more.

THEATER AND DANCE CAMPS

CSP’s Summer Theatre Camp

Escondido; Ages 7–14

June 16–July 3

www.centerstagesd.com

Engage in scrumdiddlyumptious singing and dancing at Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka Kids summer camp!

Theatre Camps at North Coast Rep Solana Beach; Ages 4–19

June 17–August 2

www.northcoastreptheatreschool.org

Fun ensemble performance for ages 4-8, skill building for ages 8-12 and intensives for ages 12–19.

City Ballet Dance Camps

Pacific Beach; Ages 4–18

June 16–July 11

www.cityballet.org

Two-week sessions for kids with a passion for dance. All experience levels welcome!

San Diego Junior Theatre Summer Camps

Balboa Park; Grades K–12

June 9–August 8

www.juniortheatre.com

Week-long performance camps and musical theater intensives include acting, singing, dancing and specialty classes in beautiful Balboa Park.

St. Bart’s Musical Theatre Camp Poway; Ages 8–14

June 30–July 11

www.stbartschurch.org/summercamp

Two-week “Matilda” theater intensive introduces kids to scene study, singing, choreography, props, makeup, sets and more.

CREATIVE ART CAMPS

Hot Spot Creative Kids Camp

Liberty Station (Point Loma)

Ages 6+

June 19–August 17

www.thehotspotstudios.com

Campers participate in daily art projects (pottery painting, candle making, mosaics and slime) in addition to playtime.

Summer Camps @ Little Fish College Area/La Mesa; Ages 7+

June 2–August 8

www.lilfish.us/camps  Campers explore fun and creativity by developing characters, penciling, inking and coloring their own comic page.

Monart Drawing & Mixed Media

Art Camps

Liberty Station (Point Loma)

Ages 6–9 and 9–12

June 2–August 1

www.monartdrawing.com  Kids learn drawing skills and techniques while creating beautiful works of art with a variety of materials.

San Diego History Center Scenes of San Diego

Balboa Park; Ages 8-12

June and July

www.sandiegohistory.org/camps

Campers explore the beauty of local landscapes, flora and fauna while experimenting with different artistic mediums.

ACADEMIC ADVENTURES

Elementary Summer Camp at LePort Montessori

Solana Beach; Ages 7–12

June 9–August 8

www.leportschools.com/programs/ summer-camp

Unlock the magic of Montessori, where hands-on exploration and pursuit of knowledge create epic moments and lifelong learners.

MBMA Summer Camp

University City; Preschool–6th grade

June 23–August 8

www.mbmacademy.com

Preschoolers learn about transportation, K–1 study dinosaurs and grades 2–6 explore STEAM topics at this fun Montessori camp.

Spanish Language Camp for Teens

San Diego State University Ages 13–15

June 9–June 27

https://larc.sdsu.edu/diagora/ languagecamps/spanish

Engage in fun cultural activities, develop language skills and build lasting friendships in an immersive environment.

SUMMER @ The Rhoades School Encinitas; Grades K–8

June 16–August 22

www.rhoadesschool.com/student-life/ summer-camp

Enjoy sports, games, STEM projects, arts and crafts, academic enrichment, music, drama and more. There’s something for everyone!

SUMMER CAMPS FOR ALL ABILITIES

The abundant benefits of summer camp are for everyone! Find dozens of classes, camps and programs designed specifically for children and teens with disabilities or chronic medical conditions at www.sandiegofamily.com/resources/summer-campsand-programs/summer-camp-for-every-kid.