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SummerTime “Seattle is my town. I know this city inside and out… or so I thought until I had kids.” Seattle’s Child is your guide to getting to know your city all over again.

We’ve been providing useful information to parents since 1979. In addition to the SummerTime directory of summer camps and classes, look for Seattle’s Child magazine as well as these special themed publications distributed free throughout the Puget Sound area: Family Guide: Connecting families to their community School: Directory of independent schools Explore: Directory of field trips and school programs ANN BERGMAN Publisher, Founder, abergman@ seattleschild.com JASMIN THANKACHEN Associate Publisher KATHRYN HOLLOWAY Art Director YULIA FIALA Editorial Assistant ROSE WILLIAMSON Proofreader ADVERTISING JULANN HILL Senior Account Manager julann@seattleschild.com 206-724-2453 ERICA GILSON Account Executive erica@seattleschild.com AMBER ELBON Ad Production Manager

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PLAN YOUR SUMMER: Visit our online Directory to find new classes and camps added daily. It’s searchable by type of activity, location, age range and camp length. » seattleschild.com/camps SUMMER CAMPS AND CLASSES IN THE PUGET SOUND AREA

Chess4Life Ages 5-15

Online Nationwide 425-283-0549 kids@Chess4Life.com Chess4Life.com Give your child the opportunity to build a growth mindset while having fun. The Chess4Life curriculum teaches critical thinking, patience, and focus while learning chess. Join live, interactive online chess classes, camps, and tournaments hosted daily and weekly. Our small team of experienced coaches is dedicated to tracking individual progress, boosting confidence, and encouraging positive life skills. We welcome beginning through advanced players.

Debate Camp Grades 5-10

3400 E. Harrison St., Seattle 98112 888-512-8154 debatecamp.com/seattle FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

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ACADEMICS Bellevue Children’s Academy Grades Pre-K-4

14640 NE 24th St., Bellevue 98007 425-649-0791 Option 2 summer@bcacademy.com bcacademy.com/programs/summerschool BCA Summer School offers Pre-K to 4thgrade students an excellent opportunity to reinforce learning and prepare for the upcoming school year. Our program includes a thought-provoking English and math curriculum and exciting activities involving project-based science and social studies units that promote creativity, independent thinking and self-confidence.

Debate Camp specializes in public speaking, parliamentary debate, and Model United Nations.

We provide a fun and inspiring space for youth to develop important skills, hear opposing views, and confidently articulate their ideas well in the company of others. 2024 day camp options for Seattle families include two 1-week day camps at The Bush School location and a well-loved overnight camp at Brentwood College on Vancouver Island.

French American School of Puget Sound Summer Programs at FASPS 2.5 years old–Grade 8

3795 E Mercer Way, Mercer Island 98040 206-275-3533 summer@fasps.org fasps.org/summer FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Discover FASPS summer camps for kids 2.5 years to Middle School. Dive into French through engaging activities, games, and projects, perfect for beginners and native speakers. Enjoy a fun, supportive atmosphere with small group sizes ensuring personalized learning and rich social interactions. Join us for a summer filled with new friendships and exciting language adventures.

Hamlin Robinson School Grades 1-8

1701 20th Ave. S, Seattle 98144 206-763-1167 hrssummeracademy@hamlinrobinson.org hamlinrobinson.org/summeracademy Hamlin Robinson School ignites the academic and creative potential of students with dyslexia and other language-based learning differences.

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Morningside Academy

HRS Summer Academy offers a multiweek morning class focused on reading, writing, and language skills, as well as a variety of one-week afternoon camp options.

Mercer Education

Grades 3-12 Online and In-person Programs 1240 116th Ave. NE, Suite 200, Bellevue 98004 425-373-0870 info@mercereducation.com Mercereducation.com

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Mercer Education offers year-round college counseling, SAT/ACT prep, language arts camps, and private and small-group programs. With innovative curricula and professional educators, our programs go beyond test-taking skills and academic excellence to cultivate vibrant, intelligent minds. Our students enter some of the most prestigious institutions of higher learning. We work with students locally and from around the country.

Morningside Academy

Summer School at Morningside Academy Grades 2-9 1605 17th Ave., Seattle, 98122 206-709-9500 info@morningsideacademy.org morningsideacademy.org Morningside Academy’s internationally acclaimed program allows students to catch up, build up and get ahead. Our research-based curriculum and highly trained teachers lead to exceptional student success. We offer a 1:12 teacher/ student ratio with daily support cards. We place students by skill level rather than by age or grade. Enroll full year or summer school.

Pacifica Writers’ Workshop

Comic Books, Make A Movie, Nature Writing and more Ages 6-12 Capitol Hill, Ravenna, West Seattle and North Seattle 206-434-0714 benjamin@pacificawritersworkshop.com Pacificawritersworkshop.com FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Pacifica Writers’ Workshop inspires and unleashes creativity. We provide creative writing opportunities through classes, workshops, camps, and tutoring. Original curriculum is written and taught by published authors and seasoned instructors.

RSM

Grades K-12 Locations in Bellevue, Factoria and Redmond bellevue@mathschool.com factoria@mathschool.com redmond@mathschool.com mathschool.com The Russian School of Mathematics is an award-winning, after-school math program for K-12 students. Recently named “among the top schools in the world” by the Johns Hopkins CTY, we help children of all levels excel in mathematics. At RSM, we believe all children can

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SummerDirectory develop a solid foundation in math if taught correctly.

ANIMALS & FARMING Ekone Summer Camp

Ages 8-18 401 Ekone Road, Goldendale 98620 509-773-4536 summercamp@ekone.org ekone.org FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

At Ekone, campers experience being important members of an inclusive community in relationship and service to a place. Our approach to horsemanship emphasizes the special relationship between children and horses.

Everyone spends time grooming and caring for the horses, learning safe ground habits, and building relationships with horses from the ground while taking care of their minds and bodies.

Oxbow Summer Farm Camp Ages 7-11 10819 Carnation-Duvall Road NE, Carnation 98014 425-788-1134 camp@oxbow.org oxbow.org/education/summercamp

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kiddo. Campers will venture through forests and organic farm fields, experiencing the wonders of nature while cultivating meaningful connections with each other and the environment.

Red Gate Farm Ages 6-11

23836 SE 24th St., Sammamish 98075 425-466-3800 redgatefarmtraining@gmail.com redgatefarmdaycamp.com Build self-confidence while enjoying the pleasures of riding and developing a friendship with your camp horse. Campers will be assigned one horse with another camper that will be theirs for the whole week. They will learn everything about horse care, including basic grooming, saddling, and horse psychology.

Other activities include arts, crafts and games.

On the last day of every session, campers demonstrate their new riding skill with a horse show.

Tilth Alliance Ages 1-15

4649 Sunnyside Ave. N, #100, Seattle 98103 5513 S Cloverdale St., Seattle 98118 206-633-0451 youthprograms@tilthalliance.org tilthalliance.org/our-work/youth-families FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

At Tilth Alliance’s Summer Farm & Garden Camps, kids ages 1 to 15 spend summer days

outdoors being urban farmers and gardeners.

Kids discover where food comes from and learn about the natural world. Summer camp is also a time to have fun adventures, explore our gardens and farm, engage in science investigations, make art, sing songs, and cook up delicious dishes.

ARTS & CRAFTS AND COOKING Cornish+ Ages 14-18

1000 Lenora St., Seattle 98121 206-726-5185 extension@cornish.edu summer.cornish.edu Summer@Cornish offers a unique approach by encouraging students to mix and match courses over four weeks. We believe that creative learning is a balance of technical skill development in one core discipline while continuing to develop creative expression through multiple artistic modalities. Early bird tuition discount through March 1.

Gage Academy of Art

Summer Art Programs for Kids and Teens!

Ages 6-18 1501 10th Ave. E, #101, Seattle 98102 206-323-4243 info@gageacademy.org gageacademy.org FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

At Gage Academy of Art, we strive to ensure

Evergreen Academy Rising Kindergarten – Rising 6th Grade 16017 118th PL NE | Bothell, WA 98011 | 425-488-8000

children and teens have a fun, safe, and creative learning environment to help them make the most of their summer.

With our roster of top-notch youth instructors, we offer camps to fit your family’s needs. From traditional painting and drawing to digital storytelling and character creation, your child will have the opportunity to thrive in a Gage summer camp!

Neo Art School Summer Art Camp Ages 6-12

Good Shepherd Center 4649 Sunnyside Ave. N, #121, Seattle 98103 206-632-2530 neoartschool@gmail.com neoartschool.com Founded in 1982, family owned and operated for two generations, Neo Art School offers the highest quality fine arts and pottery classes for children (and adults) in the Northwest. Summer Camp 2024 and all other School Break Camp enrollment are now open. Offering day camp during the school year and week-long camps during the summer, full-day, and half-day options are available with extended care.

Camps start June 17.

Offering fun, hands-on geology programs for kids of all ages.

Educational programs are mobile - the experience comes to you!

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Debate Camp • SKILLS FOR LIFE •

Oxbow Summer Farm Camp Ages 7-11

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10819 Carnation-Duvall Road NE, Carnation 98014 425-788-1134 camp@oxbow.org oxbow.org/education/summercamp Turn outdoor play into fun discoveries!

With five different sessions exploring themes including cooking, nature arts and crafts, and farming, there’s something exciting for every kiddo. Campers will venture through forests and organic farm fields, experiencing the wonders of nature while cultivating meaningful connections with each other and the environment.

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Pratt Fine Arts Center

Youth & Teen Summer Camps and Classes Ages 6-17 1902 South Main St., Seattle 98144 206-328-2200 bzahniser@pratt.org canvas.pratt.org/classes FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Register now for full and half-day art camps for youth & teens. Youth will learn skills from professional artists and teens can experiment in mediums from painting, blacksmithing, glassblowing, jewelry making, screen printing, and more! Tuition assistance is available. For questions, contact Youth & Teen Studio Manager, Bailey Zahniser (she/they) at bzahniser@pratt.org.

• DAY CAMPS in Seattle; July 8 - 12, July 15 - 19

• suits 5th (rising) - 9th gr - all ability levels welcome!

• OVERNIGHT CAMP (gr. 7 - 10) July 28 - Aug 3 - Vancouver Island • accompanied ferry service from downtown Seattle

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Tilth Alliance Ages 1-15 4649 Sunnyside Ave. N, #100, Seattle 98103 5513 S Cloverdale St., Seattle 98118 206-633-0451 youthprograms@tilthalliance.org tilthalliance.org/our-work/ youth-families FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

At Tilth Alliance’s Summer Farm & Garden Camps, kids ages 1 to 15 spend summer days outdoors being urban farmers and gardeners. Kids discover where food comes from and learn about the natural world. Summer camp is also a time to have fun adventures, explore our gardens and farm, engage in science investigations, make art, sing songs, and cook up delicious dishes.

Wet Clay Cafe Age 7-16 1109 N. 35th St., Seattle 98103 206-345-6407 info@wetclaycafe.com wetclaycafe.com Experience the joy of creating with clay.

Our weekly summer camps support kids ages 7-16 in separate cohorts. We provide age-appropriate instruction for hand building and wheel throwing on the potter’s wheel. Our mission is to help every child fall in love with art and create ceramics that will be cherished for a lifetime. We offer half-day and full-day programs with before- and after-care options and food and beverages.

FAMILY FUN Crossroads Bellevue All ages 15600 NE 8th St., Bellevue 98008 425-644-1111 info@crossroadsbellevue.com Crossroadsbellevue.com Crossroads Bellevue is a one-of-a-kind shopping, dining and entertainment destination featuring unique shops, 30 international restaurants, live music every weekend, an 8-screen cinema, rock climbing, art classes, a farmers’ market and much more.

KidsQuest Children’s Museum Ages Infant-10 1116 108th Ave. NE, Bellevue 98004 425-637-8100 info@kidsquestmuseum.org kidsquestmuseum.org A hands-on, interactive children’s museum, non-profit, and Certified Sensory Accessible Venue, KidsQuest encourages learning through play and emphasizes science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM).

Featuring 25+ innovative exhibits for children infant to 10 years. KidsQuest

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SummerDirectory offers various programs, including classes, summer camps, adult events, workshops, and free programs.

Monster Mini Golf Bellevue All Ages 4080 Factoria Square Mall SE, Bellevue 98006 425-679-6265 bellevue@monsterminigolf.com monsterminigolf.com/bellevue

bodies, voices and imaginations. Collaboratively, we will explore the world around us and engage in STEAM-focused activities and sensory play. We’ll stir potions and create chemical reactions, build fairy houses, construct with real tools, make oobleck and more this summer.

Seattle Historic Waterfront Association All Ages

OFFER SPECIAL GROUP DISCOUNT RATES

Glow-in-the-dark indoor 18-hole mini-golf course with animated fun “monsters” coupled with breathtaking artwork, popular music, disco balls and much more. We also have Mini Bowling, Lazer Maze, VR and arcade games - fun for all ages, now open in Factoria Mall, Bellevue.

Seattle Children’s Museum

Alaskan Way, Seattle Seattlewaterfront.org Seattle’s historic waterfront is open to entertain you. Bring your family down to experience fun activities/attractions, an array of adventures, and family-friendly restaurants.

Visit Lake Chelan 216 Woodin Ave., Chelan 98816 509-682-3503 info@lakechelan.com Lakechelan.com

Seattle Children’s Museum Summer Camps Ages 4-8

305 Harrison St., Seattle 98109 206-441-1768 info@seattlechildrensmuseum.org seattlechildrensmuseum.org/camp/ FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Book your summer of play at Seattle Children’s Museum with 2024 Summer Camps.

Campers will express themselves using their

Discover a Washington Original! Only in Lake Chelan will you find four seasons of wine, over 300 days of sunshine, stunning natural beauty and adventures that you can tune to your own tastes. Enjoy over 35 award-winning wineries that hug the shores of a breathtaking crystal-clear lake.

LANGUAGE AND CULTURE French American School of Puget Sound

Summer Programs at FASPS 2.5 years old–Grade 8 3795 E Mercer Way, Mercer Island 98040 206-275-3533 summer@fasps.org fasps.org/summer FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Discover FASPS summer camps for kids 2.5 years to Middle School. Dive into French through engaging activities, games, and projects, perfect for beginners and native speakers. Enjoy a fun, supportive atmosphere with small group sizes ensuring personalized learning and rich social interactions. Join us for a summer filled with new friendships and exciting language adventures.

MULTI-ACTIVITY BASIS

Ages 6-14 15749 NE 4th St., Bellevue 98008 425-749-3006 blv.summercamp@basisindependent.com basisindependent.com/blv.summer Get ready for an epic summer filled with unforgettable memories! The opportunities and options are endless: day camps, sports camps, specialty camps, and more. Explore our camp offerings today and secure your

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this Summer RSM is an award-winning after-school math enrichment program.

Students can choose from a variety of K-12 courses that will be taught during our 6-week summer session.

RSM is “among the top 10 schools in the world.”

Math Classes Now Enrolling!

– Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth

3 Locations in WA MathSchool.com

Bellevue

(425) 518-6114

Schedule a FREE Math Evaluation!

Factoria

(425) 230-6452

Redmond

(425) 616-3511

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Brighton School

Summer @ Brighton School Age 3-grade 8 21705 58th Ave. W, Mountlake Terrace 98043 425-640-7067 tshepherd@springedugroup.com brightonschool.com

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From thrilling day camps to specialized academic and sports programs, our offerings cater to ages 3 through 8th grade, ensuring a summer filled with excitement, growth and enduring friendships.

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Camp Firwood Grades 3-12 1740 Lake Whatcom Blvd., Bellingham 98229 360-733-6840 register@thefirs.org campfirwood.org/campers

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Where every child feels a sense of belongingness.

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Starting in late June, we offer day camps and overnight camps for kids in grades 3 through 12. Firwood Summer Camp offers campers many activities, including sailing, kayaking, climbing, and crafts.

What brings campers back year after year? The lasting friendships they make.

Join us this summer.

Charles Wright Academy Grades 1-9 7723 Chambers Creek Road W, Tacoma 98476 253-620-8373 admissions@charleswright.org charleswright.org Get ready for summer camp at Charles Wright Academy. Our campus features 107 acres, including forest trails and state-of-the-art STEM, art and athletic facilities. CWA offers a breadth of activities for students entering grades 1 through 9, including general summer camps and specialty camps featuring musical theater, arts, STEM and coding, nature exploration, leadership programs and more.

City of Redmond Parks & Recreation Ages 4-18

Contact us now for information on our Summer Programs.

Now Enrolling Primrose School of West Bellevue 425.315.7305 PrimroseWestBellevue.com

Each Primrose school is a privately owned and operated franchise.

Primrose Schools is a registered trademark of Primrose School Franchising SPE, LLC. ©2024 Primrose School Franchising SPE, LLC. All rights reserved.

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15670 NE 85th St., Redmond 98073 425-556-2300 guestservices@redmond.gov redmond.gov/register FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

When your children attend camp, they will play, create, explore and seek adventure. They will meet new friends, play games and create lifelong memories. The City of Redmond offers full- and half-day

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WONDER! Explore and investigate at KidsQuest Children’s Museum

Come play with us in downtown Bellevue!

• Defy gravity with big blue blocks outside in the Sticks and Stones exhibit.

• Discover your courage and strength in our 2.5-story Atrium Climber.

• Scope out new tools for blowing bubbles in our outdoor area.

• Explore and investigate the wackiest slime recipes during Camptivities.

Free & discounted tickets available

KidsQuest Children’s Museum is a 501 (C)(3) non-profit organization.

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camps, which provide a safe and healthy environment for children to choose their own adventures.

CYO Summer Camps, Don Bosco and Hamilton Grades 1-12 1401 327th Ave., Carnation 98014 425-333-6135 cyo@seattlearch.org cyo.camp FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

CYO Summer Camps operates amazing properties out in the Snoqualmie Valley.

We are a Catholic camp focused on traditional camping activities. Our camps offer a variety of activities, from swimming in the pool or lake to playing games and learning about boating or shooting a bullseye at archery. Your next adventure is waiting at CYO!

Eastside Catholic School EC Summer Camps Grades K-12

232 228th Ave. SE, Sammamish 98074 425-295-3000 landerson@eastsidecatholic.org eastsidecatholic.org/summer

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Summer Junior Camps Our outstanding certified PGA and LPGA teaching professionals create a fun and exciting environment where kids can learn, practice and play.

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Learn. Create. Compete. Join us this summer for fun, inspiring, and affordable athletic and enrichment camps led by experienced Eastside Catholic faculty, coaches and community experts. You do not need to attend Eastside Catholic to attend our summer camps. We look forward to welcoming you.

Evergreen Academy

Summer @ Evergreen Academy Grades Pre-K-6 16017 118th Place NE, Bothell 98011 425-488-8000 tshepherd@springedugroup.com evergreenacademy.com/elementary/ seattle/bothell This is the place where epic moments happen! At Evergreen Academy summer camp, we measure time not in minutes, but in moments. From the thrill of performing on stage to solving a math challenge, creating digital art, or scoring their first goal. Epic moments like these happen all summer long at our day camps, sports camps, specialty camps, and academic camps. Join us!

High Trek Adventures South Everett Ages 7-15 11928 Beverly Park Road, Everett 98204 425-382-2966 camps@hightrekeverett.com gozip.fun/camp2024 There is adventure to be found for everyone at High Trek Camps. Activities may include laser tag, mini golf, climbing wall, gaga ball, and group activities led by our trained staff. After a busy day of activity, we trust campers will leave

with a sense of accomplishment and excitement for their next day at High Trek Adventures.

Lakeside School Summer at Lakeside Grades 3-8

14050 1st Ave. NE, Seattle 98125 lakesideschool.org/summernow FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Summer at Lakeside offers high school classes, middle school athletics camps coached by Lakeside coaches, and a fullday STEAM camp for students in grades 2-7. All camps and classes are open to the public, and financial aid is available.

Registration is open now.

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Majestic Adventures Adventure Quest Ages 6-17

1000 N. 50th St., Seattle 98103 1200 Dupont St., Suite 1A, Bellingham 98225 360-836-0386 info@majesticadventures.net questnorthwest.com FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

In Adventure Quest, children and teens become “Questers” – the heroes of an incredibly fun and dynamic quest, working together in a mythical and magical world to overcome interesting challenges, solve mystifying riddles, brainstorm unique solutions to puzzling dilemmas, and swashbuckle with foes. Questers end the program feeling empowered, excited, and full of stories to tell!

Northwest School Summer Camp Ages 10-16 1415 Summit Ave., Seattle 98122 206-816-6070 northwestschool.org/summer FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Explore, learn and make friends—locally and globally! Are you ready for a summer camp that’s fun and engaging and offers a variety of classes? You can dance, make music, act onstage and bring an artistic vision to life, dive into marine biology, design a robot or build an architectural model. It is all possible this summer.

Samena Swim & Recreation Club Ages 3-16

Full & half day summer camps STARTING JUNE 24, 2024

Open doors to creativity

Enroll today!

Youth & Teen sessions FOR AGES 6 AND UP

15231 Lake Hills Blvd., Bellevue 98007 425-746-1160 info@samena.com Samena.com Kids stay active and engaged all summer long at Samena camps, including Preschool Camp, Swim & Tennis Camp, Vanapalooza, Field Trips, Junior Counselors, Junior Lifeguard Camp, Swimming Every Day and much more.

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BCA® SUMMER SCHOOL

Ages 6-17 Woodland Park, 1000 N. 50th St., Seattle 98103 360-836-0386 info@majesticadventures.net

Grades Pre-K to 4th Grade 14640 NE 24th St., Bellevue, WA 98007 425-649-0791 Option 2 summer@bcacademy.com

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In Adventure Quest, children and teens become “Questers” – the heroes of an incredibly fun and dynamic quest, working together in a mythical and magical world to overcome interesting challenges, solve mystifying riddles, brainstorm unique solutions to puzzling dilemmas, and swashbuckle with foes. Each week of camp is a unique “Quest” – an interactive story that engages the campers’ imaginations, exercises their bodies and minds, and teaches them the fundamental principles of responsible empowerment, creative problem-solving, teamwork, and cooperative conflict resolution.

Summer School at Bellevue Children’s Academy®, welcoming BCA and non-BCA students, is a great way to reinforce learning and prepare for the new school year. Our program includes three theme-based sessions, each with thought-provoking English and math curriculum and exciting activities of projectbased science and social studies units that promote creativity, independent thinking, and self-confidence. A warm and nurturing environment of small classes, BCA Summer School provides fun and learning facilitated by dedicated BCA staff and teachers!

CHESS4LIFE SUMMER CHESS CAMPS

CITY OF REDMOND CAMPS

Ages 6-12 13219 NE 20th St., Suite #203, Bellevue 98005 5724 E Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE, Suite 102, Issaquah 98029 425-283-0549 Kids@Chess4Life.com

Ages 4-18 6505 176th Ave. NE, Redmond 98052 425-556-2300 guestservices@redmond.gov

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This summer, your child can learn and build skills on the chess board that will benefit them all year long. Chess4Life in-person Summer Chess and Chess PLUS Camps teach valuable chess skills while players learn focus, sportsmanship, and a “Win, Draw, Learn” attitude. Add extra excitement with Chess PLUS Table Tennis and Chess PLUS LEGO Camps. Beginners and advanced chess players are welcome to join multiple skill groups offered weekly. Hosted June 17-August 30.

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The City of Redmond offers full- and half-day camps at 12 locations throughout the area. With hundreds of options for ages 4- 18, there’s sure to be a camp that will meet your family’s needs. No matter which camp you choose, every child will create, explore, and play in a safe and healthy environment.

MEET THE Camp

CYO SUMMER CAMPS (DON BOSCO AND HAMILTON) Grades 1-12 1401 327th Ave., Carnation 98014 425-333-6135 cyo@seattlearch.org

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CYO Summer Camps operate two amazing properties in the Snoqualmie Valley. We are a Catholic camp focused on traditional camp activities. Campers spend every day at camp learning outdoor skills, swimming, making crafts, and enjoying activities like hiking, horseback riding, and archery. Your child’s next adventure is waiting at CYO!

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS PERFORMING ARTS CAMPS Ages 12-15 Edmonds Center for the Arts, 410 4th Ave. N, Edmonds 98020 425-275-9595 boxoffice@ec4arts.org

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Do you desire to explore strange ruins, travel through mystical forests, and battle the forces of evil? At Edmonds Center for the Arts, campers will dive deep into learning how to play Dungeons & Dragons (D&D), a role-playing game where kids take part in creating their own dynamic stories and characters. They’ll also develop skills like empathy, teamwork, and storytelling, and have the opportunity to learn drama techniques to then act out their adventures in a performance at the end of the week.

DESTINATION SCIENCE Ages 5-11 Bellevue, Issaquah, Mercer Island, Mountlake Terrace 888-909-2822 info@destinationscience.org

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We proudly focus on science-based activities to encourage yearround learning. Over 15 STEM activities weekly, three science stations per day, plus games, challenges, silly songs and all the friendship and fun of camp. Our camp themes include: » Superhero Physics Fun Camp: Build a souped-up superhero car and dive into superpower science! » DinoBot Builders & Crazy Chem Lab: Create a dino-robot and stir up chemistry fun! » Space Base Astronaut Camp: Build an Astro Space Colony and a solar motorized Mars Rover!

EKONE RANCH SUMMER CAMP Ages 8-18 401 Ekone Road, Goldendale 98620 509-773-4536 summercamp@ekone.org

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At Ekone Ranch, days are spent outside, doing projects, exploring the forests, grasslands, and canyons and building community with humans and animals. Kids come home feeling confident, supported, and ready to tackle new things.

Programs offered in horses, art, cooking, music, leadership, and hands-on skill building. Located on 1200 acres of protected forest in Goldendale.

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GAGE ACADEMY OF ART

GIRLS ROCK MATH

Ages 6-18 1501 10th Ave. E, Seattle 98102 206-323-4243 info@gageacademy.org

Grades 1-6 3201 E. Republican St., Seattle 98112 206-408-8078 camp@girlsrockmath.org

At Gage Academy of Art, we strive to ensure children and teens have a fun, safe, and creative learning environment to help them make the most of their summer. With our roster of top-notch youth instructors, we offer both in-person and online camps to fit your family’s needs. From traditional painting and drawing to digital storytelling and character creation, your child will have the opportunity to thrive in a Gage summer camp!

Girls Rock Math is an arts-based math camp focused on empowering girls in STEAM subjects. Our hands-on themes capture the imagination, ignite deeper mathematical thinking, and help campers feel confident in their abilities. As part of a community where “Girl Power” rules, our campers develop leadership skills, make friends, take on challenges, and learn together in a meaningful way. With so many curricular themes to choose among, there is truly something for everyone.

HAMLIN ROBINSON SCHOOL SUMMER ACADEMY

HIGH TREK ADVENTURES

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Entering grades 1-8 1701 20th Ave. S, Seattle 98144 206-763-1167 hrssummeracademy@hamlinrobinson.org

hamlinrobinson.org/summeracademy Hamlin Robinson School ignites the academic and creative potential of students with dyslexia and other language-based learning differences. HRS Summer Academy offers a multi-week morning class focused on reading, writing, and language skills, as well as a variety of one-week afternoon camp options.

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Ages 7-15 11928 Beverly Park Rd., Everett 98204 425-382-2966 camps@hightrekeverett.com

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There is adventure to be found for everyone at High Trek Camps!

Our programming is designed to provide engaging outdoor activities for campers ages 7-15. Teen and Youth camps run MonWed throughout the summer. A day at camp will always include our Ropes Course and Ziplines. Other activities may include laser tag, mini golf, climbing wall, gaga ball, and group activities led by our trained staff. After a busy day of activity, we trust campers will leave with a sense of accomplishment and excitement for their next day at High Trek Adventures.

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MAPLE VALLEY YOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Grades 4 - recent high school graduates P.O. Box 1261, Maple Valley 98038 425-394-6393, office.mvyso@gmail.com

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Join us for “We love the ‘80s” music camp August 5-9. Dive into ensemble playing, receive personalized coaching tailored to your instrument and explore exciting music electives, such as music theory, technique, conducting, movie music, arranging and more.

The highlight? A Friday performance where you’ll dazzle your loved ones with your progress from just one week! Plus, we offer automatic scholarships for unique instruments like the bassoon and French horn. Join us for an unforgettable experience filled with friendship, growth, and plenty of music magic. Register by April 30 for early bird discounts.

MORNINGSIDE ACADEMY Ages 7-15 1605 17th Ave., Seattle 98122 206-709-9500 martha@morningsideacademy.org

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Let summer school unlock your child’s potential and get them feeling confident. Our expert teachers and curriculum developers focus on the specific reading, math, writing, and organization skills that each child needs. Using the Science of Reading and other evidence-based practices, Morningside guarantees one-half year’s growth in only four weeks!

MERCER EDUCATION Grades 5-12 1240 116th Ave. NE, Suite 200, Bellevue 98004 425-373-0870 info@mercereducation.com

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Founded in 1999 by a graduate of Harvard University, Mercer Education offers year-round college counseling, SAT/ACT prep and Language Arts camps as well as private and small-group programs. With innovative curricula and professional educators, our programs go beyond test-taking skills and academic excellence to cultivate vibrant, intelligent minds. Every year, our students enter some of the most prestigious institutions of higher learning in the U.S. We work with students locally as well as from around the country. Be in touch for a free consultation.

THE MOUNTAINEERS SUMMER CAMPS Ages 6-17 7700 Sandpoint Way NE, Seattle 98115 206-521-6001 info@mountaineers.org

mountaineers.org/youth/summer-camp Join The Mountaineers in Seattle, Renton, and beyond for a summer of camp magic, adventure, and fun. We’re excited to offer Seattle Day Camps for campers ages 6–12, Foothills Day Camp for campers aged 6-10, and Overnight Lodge Camps for campers ages 9-17. We can’t wait to climb, swim, sing, hike, and craft with you in town and on the trail!

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THE NORTHWEST SCHOOL SUMMER CAMP

OFF BOOK PERFORMING ARTS CAMPS AND PRODUCTIONS

Ages 10-16 1415 Summit Ave., Seattle 98122 206-816-6070 nwssummer@northwestschool.org

Ages 5-14 8505 35th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98115 206-396-9656 seattleoffbook@gmail.com

Life is a grand adventure with endless possibilities. You never know where it may take you. So stretch and explore this summer. Dance, make music, act onstage and bring an artistic vision to life. Dive into Marine Biology, design a robot or build an architectural model.

It’s all possible this summer. You’ll also appreciate our outstanding arts and sports facilities, including an indoor gym, rooftop field, dance studio, black-box theatre, ceramics studio, photography darkroom and science labs. Full-day and half-day options available.

Summer Camp registration is OPEN! Dive into a world of possibilities with our diverse range of classes for ages 5-14, including Musical Theatre, Movie Making, Playwriting, and Visual Art! Unleash creativity with acting games, singing/dancing, crafting, and endless fun! We have Half and Full Day options with more camps being added in March. We also have a few spots left in our summer production of Mean Girls Jr for Ages 10-14 (actors and backstage crew)! Come create with us!

OXBOW SUMMER FARM CAMP

PACIFIC NORTHWEST BALLET SCHOOL

Ages 7-11 10819 Carnation-Duvall Road NE, Carnation 98014 425-788-1134 camps@oxbow.org

Ages 5-7 1611 136th Place NE, Bellevue 98005 425-451-1241 pnbschool@pnb.org

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Envision young citizens of the Earth deepening their understanding and respect for their food, the land it grows on, and all of its creatures, which help nourish thriving ecosystems.

At Oxbow’s Summer Farm Camp we help empower children to take actionable steps towards more balanced relationships—with the Earth and all beings. With three choices of camp themes (Fields and Forests, Art Harvest, or Chef Sprouts) children can explore what they are most curious about. Let’s cultivate memories and sprout together!

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Bring your favorite ballets to life this summer at Pacific Northwest Ballet School’s Eastside Summer Dance Workshops. Dancers ages 5-7 dance, craft, and perform their way through popular ballet stories like The Nutcracker, Swan Lake, and Beauty and the Beast.

Each session ends with an informal mini-performance for an audience of adoring families. Weekly camps run July 8 to August 2 at the Francia Russell Center in Bellevue. Learn more about PNB School’s current class offerings at PNB.org/NowEnrolling.

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PACIFIC SCIENCE CENTER CAMPS FOR CURIOUS MINDS Grades PreK-8 200 2nd Ave. N, Seattle 98109 206-443-2001 camps@pacsci.org

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Find PacSci’s Camps for Curious Minds at six different locations across Puget Sound this summer: the PacSci campus, Explorer West Middle School, Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center, St. Thomas School, Salish Sea Elementary and a new location at Eastside Preparatory School. Check out new experiences like Tiny Tales, Bug-ology, Living Laboratory, Animal Investigators and more. PacSci also offers sensory-friendly camps and camps designed for a range of mobility needs. General registration opened Feb. 13, 2024. Scholarships are available.

PARKOUR VISIONS Ages 6-17 Multiple outdoor locations around Seattle, Shoreline, and Bellevue 206-923–8864 classes@parkourvisions.org

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Parkour summer camps are high-energy, interactive experiences.

Students learn to move creatively and efficiently in a collaborative, non-competitive social environment. Every camp includes a warm-up and cool-down, falling safety, skill practice, movement games, and obstacle courses. Themes include Parkour Explorers, Urban Art and Play, and Nature-Parkour Adventure Camp. We have full-day and half-day options for beginner and intermediate students.

PLAY BY PLAY SPORTS BROADCASTING CAMPS

PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF WEST BELLEVUE SUMMER ADVENTURE PROGRAM

Ages 10-18 Seattle Camp, University of Washington 800-319-0884 info@playbyplaycamps.com

Ages 6 weeks-5 years 1150 114th Ave. SE, Bellevue 98004 425-315-7305 admin@primrosewestbellevue.com

Live out your sportscasting dream at the nation’s #1 sports broadcasting camp for sports fanatics ages 10-18. Join us at the University of Washington for our one-week day or overnight camp from July 29-August 2. Learn from top professionals in the industry; meet sportscasters and athletes; tour a stadium; host your own on-camera sports and PTI-style debate shows; practice anchoring with a teleprompter, sideline reporting, and podcasting; make friendships that’ll last a lifetime and much more.

Learning is exciting, and your child is built to learn with a natural curiosity that knows no bounds. Through a balance of play and nurturing guidance, Primrose School of West Bellevue teachers foster that curiosity and help your child feel a sense of pride and accomplishment that lays the foundation for a lifelong love of learning. Offering year-round STEAM-based programs with summer adventure activities and freshly made healthy meals.

Enrolling Infants-PreK. Join us for an upcoming open house or private tour.

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SAMBICA Grades 2-12 4114 W. Lake Sammamish Parkway SE, Bellevue 98008 425-746-9110 camp@sambica.com

sambica.com Located on the shores of Lake Sammamish, SAMBICA offers 10 thrilling weeks of summer camp to kids of all ages. Serving as “A Light on the Lake” for more than 100 years, SAMBICA combines the language of play with the vision of inspiring youth to a relationship with Jesus Christ.

Ages 4-8 Seattle Children’s Museum, 305 Harrison St., Seattle 98109 206-441-1768 info@seattlechildrensmuseum.org

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Book your summer of play at Seattle Children’s Museum 2024 Summer Camps. Campers will express themselves using their bodies, voices, and imaginations. Collaboratively we will explore the world around us and engage in STEAM-focused activities and sensory play. We’ll stir potions and create chemical reactions, build fairy houses, construct with real tools, make oobleck and more this upcoming summer. Choose from full-day and half-day sessions, all offering curbside pickup and drop-off and before and after extended camp care.

SEATTLE MAGIC ACADEMY

CAMP BILL

Ages 6-12 Locations in Bellevue, Issaquah and Seattle 425-260-7842 magic@xakary.com

Students entering grades 6-12 • Luther Burbank Park on Mercer Island • Center Theatre at the Armory in Seattle Center 206-733-8228 ext. 106 education@seattleshakespeare.org

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Step into a world of wonder and excitement at our amazing summer magic camps led by Xakary the Magician from America’s Got Talent. The magic at each camp location is completely different each week. Don’t miss out on the limited-time offer: the first 100 registrations receive a $50 discount. Fun! Entertaining!

Surprising! And did we mention FUN?!

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Students will be cast in an indoor production of As You Like It or an outdoor Julius Caesar. Spend three weeks rehearsing, playing games, working on text, and delving into all aspects of the theatrical storytelling from text to costumes to sets to performance. These all-inclusive production intensives culminate in two performances over the weekend after camp wraps up!

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SUMMER SKATEBOARDING CAMP

ULTIMATE FRISBEE SUMMER CAMPS

Ages 5-16 Locations in Seattle and Kenmore 888-401-0195, ext. 1 seattle@skatelikeagirl.com

Ages 8-18 Various Seattle area locations 208-550-8490 xtehn@seattlecascades.com

Don’t miss Skate Like a Girl’s summer day camps, where your child will take their skateboarding skills to new heights in a safe and supportive atmosphere. Along with learning new tricks, they’ll forge new friendships, connect with caring mentors, and make epic memories. Our camps are a space for young people of all genders to use skateboarding as a tool for creativity, selfexploration, community, and having pure fun! Scholarships are available for both half-day and full-day camp options.

Join Seattle Ultimate youth day camps for an exhilarating experience! Tailored drills suit all levels, coached by Seattle Tempest and Seattle Cascades pros. Our 3-5 day camps hone skills, strategies, and teamwork with plenty of play. Connect, learn, and have a blast. Open to grades 3-12, all genders welcome.

STEAMOJI CAMPS

STEVE & KATE’S

Ages 5-14 » 16630 Redmond Way, Suite 110, Redmond 98052 425-242-0350 » 355 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland 98033 425-269-6694 info@steamoji.com

Ages 4-12 Three Seattle locations 415-389-5437 letschat@steveandkate.com

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Turn downtime into discovery time this summer break with hands-on projects in 3D printing, engineering, coding, robotics and more. From catapult competitions that will engage their engineering brains to coding and designing an RGB desk lamp, kids get into a growth mindset and problem-solving zone. By the end of the week, they’ll have become makers, entrepreneurs, and inventors – ready to dream up their next big idea.

Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Winter, Spring, and Summer.

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6th to 12th graders can embark on an adventure with overnight camp at Fort Casey on Whidbey Island. Campers spend 5+ days mastering ultimate skills and making memories with activities like disc golf, beach forts, scavenger hunts and campfires with s’mores. Sign up now for the ultimate experience!

steveandkatescamp.com/puget-sound-camps Since 1980, Steve & Kate’s has put kids in charge of their own learning experience. Kids ages 4-12 choose from a variety of activities in real time, including sewing, coding, building, baking, sports and more.

Families can buy any number of days, and use at any time–no weekly reservations required. Or buy a Summer Pass, which covers the whole season. Either way, all unused passes are automatically refunded at summer’s end. Lunch, snacks and all hours (8 a.m.-6 p.m.) included.

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STUDIO EAST SUMMER THEATER CAMPS

SUMMERSTAGE

Ages 4-19 348 Kirkland Ave., Kirkland 98033 425-820-1800 summer@studio-east.org

Ages 5-17 Meridian Playground, 4649 Sunnyside Ave. N, Seattle 98103 Jefferson Park, 3801 Beacon Ave. S, Seattle 98108 206-388-9212 education@stonesouptheatre.org

studio-east.org/summer-camps Over thirty years ago, our summer camps built our reputation as a provider of stellar performing arts education. Studio East has the most fun programming, the most knowledgeable instructors, and the most experienced support staff you could need. Whether you have a 4-year-old or a high school senior, we have a camp to delight. Princess Party and PAW Patrol? Check. Space pirates and Sherlock Holmes? Check. Teen musicals, tech workshops, comedy camps? Check, check, check. Early bird discount available through March. Scholarships available.

stonesouptheatre.org Join us this summer at our two outdoor park locations in north and south Seattle (Meridian Playground | Jefferson Park). Weekly theatre camps run from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday-Friday with before- and after-care available. Choose from one of our many fun and exciting musicals or plays: Frozen, Ninja Pizza Party, Dungeons & Drama, The Lion King, Wizarding School and many more. Visit our website to enroll or learn more.

SUMMER TENNIS USTA PNW RecTennis USTA PNW RecTennis offers affordable youth & adult USTA PNW RecTennis

tennis camps for all skill levels A ffordable youth & adult tennis at local parks in the Seattle area. camps for all skill levels.

Register at RecTennis.com Register at: SCAN RecTennis.com

TENZAN AIKIDO KIDS’ CAMPS

USTA PNW RECTENNIS

Ages 4-16 7700 Aurora Ave. N, Seattle 98103 206-525-4032 dojo@tenzanaikido.com

Ages 5-17 Various locations info@rectennis.com

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First-day beginners and advanced students alike benefit from the daily routine of immersing themselves in training. With our expert instructors, kids make greater progress in a week’s time than they would by practicing the same number of hours spread over a couple of months. We intersperse games with classical aikido techniques to maintain a lighthearted and focused environment that promotes friendship and trust. There’s time for self-directed play in our bright and open gym space complete with rope swings and balls. Everyone has lots of fun and comes away from camp with a sense of community and accomplishment.

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Fun tennis-based games are used to develop agility, balance and coordination while also introducing proper technique that will enable these beginning players to rally. Players will be grouped by age and skill level. We provide age/skill appropriate sized nets, racquets, and balls to help build self confidence within the game.

Beginners are welcome, no experience is necessary to enroll.

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URJ CAMP KALSMAN

VILLA VENTURES

Grades 1-11 14724 184th St. NE Arlington 98223 425-284-4484 campkalsman@urj.org

Ages 4-17 5001 NE 50th St, Seattle 98105 206-524-8885. summer@thevilla.org

URJ Camp Kalsman is the premier Jewish sleep-away camp in the PNW. Campers attend for 1-3 weeks each summer, surrounded by inspiring staff, meaningful friendships, and tons of fun: high ropes course, canoeing, art, sports, music, archery and more!

Campers come from across the PNW including Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Montana and British Columbia to be a part of our warm, inclusive Jewish community. We have availability in the following sessions: June 23-July 4 and July 7-28.

Villa Ventures provides the largest, most robust summer camp experience in the greater Seattle area. Our summer camps feature high-quality, engaging outdoor and indoor experiences designed for curious and creative minds. Explore our 31-acre campus including forests and gardens, a state-of-the-art athletic field, and a historic building featuring art studios and science labs.

Our small group sizes and expert instructors guarantee personal attention that fosters experiential learning and confidence. There are activities for everyone—carpentry, coding, forest games and more.

THEATER IN THE PARK CAMP

WOLF CAMP

Grades K-8 View Ridge Playfield, 4408 NE 70th St., Seattle 98115 206-384-1446 christicruz@wedgwooddrama.com

Ages 7-17 4460 E. Lake Sammamish Parkway SE, Issaquah 98029 425-248-0253, ext. 1 blueskyefarmschool@gmail.com

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Come join us at View Ridge Playfield for Wedgwood Drama Studio’s Theater in the Park Summer Camp. We’ll play theater games, build original characters, explore movement and scene work and learn what it takes to create an original performance, all in the beautiful outdoors. In addition, we will have playground time, art, singing, dancing and a lot of fun. Camp is led by Wedgwood Drama Studio’s owner and founder, Christi Cruz, and rotating Seattle Teaching Artists.

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wolfcamp.com

Wolf Camp offers unique day and overnight camps at Lake Sammamish, Puyallup and Mt. Rainier, including introductory choices of Wilderness Survival Craft, Wild Cooking & Herbology and Wildlife Search & Rescue, plus advanced themes like Archers, Artists & Artisans and the Out-of-this-World Wilderness Camp.

Directors Kim & Chris Chisholm are on-site during all programs, supervising highly skilled instructors at a tight 6:1 ratio that’s critical for real, fun and safe outdoor training programs.

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Seattle Children’s Museum Seattle Children’s Museum Summer Camps Ages 4-8

305 Harrison St., Seattle 98109 206-441-1768 info@seattlechildrensmuseum.org seattlechildrensmuseum.org/camp FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Book your summer of play at Seattle Children’s Museum with 2024 Summer Camps. Campers will express themselves using their bodies, voices and imaginations. Collaboratively, we will explore the world around us and engage in STEAM-focused activities and sensory play. We’ll stir potions and create chemical reactions, build fairy houses, construct with real tools, make oobleck and more this summer.

Summer Camps Dance Classes Ballet Intensives

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Soundview School Ages 3-13 6515 196th St. SW, Lynnwood 98036 425-778-8572 ctaylor@soundview.org soundview.org/auxiliary-programs FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Soundview is thrilled to announce the opening of registrations for its exciting summer programs. Our diverse range of classes ensures a vibrant and enriching experience for everyone. With guidance from our certified professional educators, participants explore tailored activities, fostering a hands-on and engaging educational environment. Register now for an unforgettable educational journey filled with exploration, creativity, and leadership development.

Spruce Street School Ages 5-10

SUMMER CAMP Register today!

www.soundview.org (425) 778-8572

Soundview Summer Camp is guided by certified, professional educators.

Soundview: a small, independent school in Lynwood, WA

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914 Virginia St., Seattle 98101 206-621-9211 office@sprucestreetschool.org sprucestreetschool.org This summer, come to downtown Seattle and have an adventure every day. In this small summer camp program, campers begin each day at the school and then head out for the day’s field trip. Campers return to the school for an afternoon of art projects, crafts, games, playing on the rooftop playground and more.

Steve & Kate’s Camp Ages 4-12 Capitol Hill, Meadowbrook and Bellevue steveandkatescamp.com FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Campers choose from a variety of activities including sewing, coding, maker crafts, sports and more. Buy any number of days to use at any time. Unused days are automatically refunded at summer’s end. Established in 1980. Lunch, snacks and all hours (8 a.m.–6 p.m.) included.

Stroum Jewish Community Center Summer J Camp Grades PreK-10

3801 E. Mercer Way, Mercer Island 98040 206-232-7115 camp@sjcc.org sjcc.org/j-camp

A STEM based curriculum to encourage and brighten little minds. We are offering camps in Redmond, Bellevue and Kirkland this summer.

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Summer J Camp returns June 24- August 23. With 60 camps to choose from, you can build your own experience with Summer J Camp. From Core Camps to Specialty Camps to our brand-new camps at Green Lake, you can create a summer schedule that works best for your family.

Sign up by March 4 to get our early bird discount and save 10%.

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5001 NE 50th St., Seattle 98105 206-524-8885 enrollment@thevilla.org thevilla.org/summer Villa Ventures provides the largest, most robust summer camp experience in Seattle. Located on Villa Academy’s campus, Villa Ventures Summer Camps feature high-quality, engaging outdoor and indoor experiences designed for curious and creative minds ages 4 to 17.

There are activities for everyone—carpentry, coding, forest games, and more.

YMCA of Greater Seattle Summer Camp and Outdoor Leadership Programs Ages 3-18

909 4th Ave., Seattle 98104 registration@seattleymca.org seattleymca.org/camp FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Whether you are interested in day camp in your neighborhood, week-long overnight camps at Orkila or Colman, or backpacking expeditions in the Olympics or Cascades, you’ll find your adventure, find your friends and find your fun at Y camp.

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IslandWood Summer Day Camps at Brightwater Full-day camps for kids entering 1st through 6th grades

NATURE AND ENVIRONMENT

WHERE NATURE CLASSROOMS COME ALIVE!

Grades 1-6 Brightwater Education Center, Woodinville 22505 State Route 9 S.E. Woodinville 98072 206-855-4300 campregistrar@islandwood.org islandwood.org/outdoor-summerday-camps

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Kids can learn to build like a beaver this summer, travel on a forest safari, and meet animal superheroes at the Brightwater Education Center in Woodinville. Nestled amidst wondrous forests, sparkling streams, and playful trails, the campus features 72 acres of discovery and endless possibilities. Registration opens on February 26.

The Mountaineers

July 1 - August 9 Brightwater Education Center 22505 State Route 9 S.E. Woodinville, 98072 islandwood.org/bwcamps

SUMMER CAMPS & ACTIVITIES FOR YOUR KIDS REGISTRATION OPENS: March 26 at 8 a.m. for residents April 2 at 8 a.m. for non-residents Learn more: redmond.gov/SummerCamps

Seattle Day Camp, Foothills Day Camp, Overnight Lodge Camp Ages 6-17, range varies by program 7700 Sandpoint Way NE, Seattle 98115 206-521-6001 info@mountaineers.org mountaineers.org FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Join The Mountaineers in Seattle and Renton for a summer of camp magic, adventure and fun. We’re excited to offer Seattle Day Camps for campers aged 6-12, Foothills Day Camp for campers aged 6-10, and Overnight Lodge Camps for campers aged 9-17. We can’t wait to climb, swim, sing and craft with you in Seattle and beyond!

Oxbow Summer Farm Camp

Ages 7-11 10819 Carnation-Duvall Road NE, Carnation 98014 425-788-1134 camp@oxbow.org oxbow.org/education/summercamp

Turn outdoor play into fun discoveries!

With five different sessions exploring themes including cooking, nature arts and crafts, and farming, there’s something exciting for every kiddo. Campers will venture through forests and organic farm fields, experiencing the wonders of nature while cultivating meaningful connections with each other and the environment.

Parkour Visions

Parkour Visions Summer Camps Ages 6-17 Multiple outdoor locations around Seattle, Shoreline and Bellevue 206-923–8864 classes@parkourvisions.org parkourvisions.org/seattle/ summer-camps FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Parkour summer camps are week-long, high-energy, interactive experiences.

Every camp includes a warm-up and cool-down, falling safety, skill practice, movement games, and obstacle courses.

Students learn to move creatively and efficiently in a collaborative, non-competitive social environment. Themes include

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SummerDirectory Parkour Explorers, Urban Art and Play, and Nature-Parkour Adventure Camp. We have full-day and half-day options for beginner and intermediate students.

Seattle Waldorf School

Grades 1-12 2728 NE 100th St. Seattle 98125 206-524-5320 summercamp@seattlewaldorf.org seattlewaldorf.org Wildflower camps offer children a familiar school-year rhythm with an emphasis on seasonal crafts and connecting with nature.

Children and teachers will gather daily for circle time, stories, gardening, cooking, walks in the forest, arts and crafts, rest, and ample time for child-led imaginative play. We can’t wait to gather together this summer to connect with new and old friends!

Join us to explore, play, and learn at Lakeside School this summer!

Wilderness Awareness School Wilderness Awareness Summer Camp Ages 6-18 Duvall, Issaquah, Seattle, Carnation and Kenmore 425-788-1301 wasnet@wildernessawareness.org wildernessawareness.org/ youth-programs FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

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Athletics camps coached by Lakeside coaches.

For-credit academic high school classes.

For over 40 years, Wilderness Awareness School students have been discovering the wonders of nature, exploring the outdoors, and building friendships. Campers work together gaining nature awareness and experiential knowledge of plants, animals, animal tracks, birds and survival skills.

Storytelling and engaging activities make learning fun and nurture students’ connections to the earth.

Wolf Camp

Ages 7-17 4460 E. Lake Sammamish Parkway SE, Issaquah 98029 425-248-0253, Ext. 1 blueskyefarmschool@gmail.com wolfcamp.com FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Wolf Camp & School of Natural Science hosts summer camps, classes, weekend workshops and apprenticeships at Lake Sammamish, Mt. Rainier and Puyallup. Skilled instructors lead camps at 6-1 ratios on themes of Wilderness Survival Craft, Wild Cooking & Herbology, Wildlife Search & Rescue, Advanced Conservation Scouts, Archers, Artists & Artisans and the Out-of-this-World Wilderness Camp.

OVERNIGHT Camp Firwood

Grades 3-12 1740 Lake Whatcom Blvd., Bellingham 98229 360-733-6840 register@thefirs.org campfirwood.org/campers

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Starting in late June, we offer day camps and overnight camps for kids in grades 3 through 12. Firwood Summer Camp offers campers many activities, including sailing, kayaking, climbing, and crafts. What brings campers back year after year? The lasting friendships they make. Join us this summer.

Hidden Valley Camp Summer Camp Ages 7-16

24314 Hidden Valley Road, Granite Falls 98252 425-330-2974 hiddenvalleycamp@earthlink.net hvc-wa.com Hidden Valley Camp is a traditional overnight camp for boys and girls. Activities include horseback riding, swimming, sailing, arts and crafts, hiking, archery, and more. HVC offers the opportunity to live in a community setting that helps campers build social skills, gain independence and establish memories and friendships that will last a lifetime. HVC has been a PNW tradition since 1947.

The Mountaineers

Seattle Day Camp, Foothills Day Camp, Overnight Lodge Camp Ages 6-17, range varies by program 7700 Sandpoint Way NE, Seattle 98115 206-521-6001 info@mountaineers.org mountaineers.org FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Join The Mountaineers in Seattle and Renton for a summer of camp magic, adventure and fun. We’re excited to offer Seattle Day Camps for campers aged 6-12, Foothills Day Camp for campers aged 6-10, and Overnight Lodge Camps for campers aged 9-17. We can’t wait to climb, swim, sing and craft with you in Seattle and beyond!

SAMBICA Grades 2-12 4114 W. Lake Sammamish Parkway SE, Bellevue 98008 425-746-9110 camp@sambica.com sambica.com FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Located on the shores of Lake Sammamish, SAMBICA offers ten thrilling weeks of summer camp to kids of all ages. Serving as “A Light on the Lake” for 105 years, SAMBICA combines the language of play with the vision of inspiring youth to a relationship with Jesus Christ.

URJ Camp Kalsman Grades 1-11 14724 184th St. NE, Arlington 98223 425-284-4484 campkalsman@urj.org campkalsman.org FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

URJ Camp Kalsman is the premiere Jewish sleepaway camp in the PNW. Campers in grades 1-11 spend 1-3 weeks living in our vibrant, inclusive, joyfully Jewish community. Summers at Kalsman are filled with fun, friendships, and classic camp activities like archery, high ropes course, canoeing, arts and crafts, sports, and more. Space is available in sessions running June 23-July 4 and July 7-July 28.

Wilderness Awareness School Wilderness Awareness Summer Camp Ages 6-18 Duvall, Issaquah, Seattle, Carnation and Kenmore 425-788-1301 wasnet@wildernessawareness.org wildernessawareness.org/ youth-programs FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

For over 40 years, Wilderness Awareness School students have been discovering the wonders of nature, exploring the outdoors, and building friendships. Campers work together gaining nature awareness and experiential knowledge of plants, animals, animal tracks, birds and survival skills. Storytelling and engaging activities make learning fun and nurture students’ connections to the earth.

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YMCA of Greater Seattle Summer Camp and Outdoor Leadership Programs Ages 3-18

909 4th Ave., Seattle 98104 registration@seattleymca.org seattleymca.org/camp FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Whether you are interested in day camp in your neighborhood, week-long overnight camps at Orkila or Colman, or backpacking expeditions in the Olympics or Cascades, you’ll find your adventure, find your friends and find your fun at Y camp.

PERFORMING ARTS All That Dance All ages 3012 NE Blakeley St., Seattle 98105 206-524-8944 info@all-that-dance.com allthatdanceseattle.com FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Dance, play and explore at All That Dance.

Our inclusive, creative environment is the perfect place for your child to have their first dance experience, build skills and grow as a dancer and human. We offer ballet, tap, modern, jazz, pop styles, and lyrical classes for all ages.

Charles Wright Academy Grades 1-9 7723 Chambers Creek Road W, Tacoma 98476 253-620-8373 admissions@charleswright.org charleswright.org Get ready for summer camp at Charles Wright Academy. Our campus features 107 acres, including forest trails and stateof-the-art STEM, art and athletic facilities.

CWA offers a breadth of activities for students entering grades 1 through 9, including general summer camps and specialty camps featuring musical theater, arts, STEM and coding, nature exploration, leadership programs and more.

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SummerDirectory Creative Dance Center Summer Camps and Classes All ages

12577 Densmore Ave. N, Seattle 98133 206-363-7281 info@creativedance.org creativedance.org FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Summer at CDC includes classes for all ages and multi-arts dance camps. Camps include Art in Motion, Ballet Stories, Musical Theatre (Descendants, Trolls, Willy Wonka JR.), EnviroDance, and Stories in Motion. Our Teen Intensive, for ages 13-19, provides an opportunity for creative growth. Classes include Nurturing Baby, Caregiver-Child, Creative Dance, Hip Hop, Ballet and Modern. Also, offering Adaptive BrainDance at no cost.

Edmonds Center for the Arts Dungeons & Dragons Performing Arts Camps Ages 12-15

410 4th Ave, N, Edmonds 98020 425-275-9595 boxoffice@ec4arts.org ec4arts.org FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Explore strange ruins, travel through mystical forests, and battle the forces of evil! Dive deep into learning how to play Dungeons & Dragons, a role-playing game where you create your own dynamic stories and characters. Develop empathy, teamwork, and storytelling skills,

and learn drama techniques to act out adventures in a performance at the end of the week.

Illumination Learning Studio

Emerald Ballet Academy

7720 Greenwood Ave. N, Seattle 98103 5501 8th Ave, NW, Seattle 98107 206-900-7452 info@ilskids.com ilskids.com

Ages 3.5-Adult

12368 Northup Way, Bellevue 98005 425-883-3405 info@emeraldballet.org emeraldballetacademy.com/summer Come dance, create, explore and have fun with us this summer! Award-winning Emerald Ballet Academy offers a variety of programs for all ages and abilities, including Thematic Art and Dance Camps, PreBallet and Ballet Classes, Musical Theatre, and Dance Intensives with performance opportunities at our Bellevue studio and Meydenbauer Theatre. Visit our website to learn more.

Evergreen City Ballet Summer Dance All Ages

1300 Bronson Way N, Renton 98057 425-228-6800 ext. 104 evergreencityballet.org Sign your kiddos up for our Summer Dance Camps! Each week of camp offers an immersive experience through different themes.

Register for one week or as many as you like!

Campers will have a dance class, healthy snacks, arts & crafts, and other fun activities each day. ECB’s camp will teach dancers new skills, spark their imagination, and allow them to express themselves through creativity.

Grades Preschool-5

Since 2013, Illumination Learning Studio has provided quality programming based on the four pillars of the arts (dance, drama, music and art) from half-day preschool and Pre-K, afternoon arts programming and private music lessons for K-5, and summer and schoolyear camps.

Magic Camp Ages 6-12 Multiple locations: Bellevue, Issaquah and Seattle 425-260-7842 magic@xakary.com SeattleMagicAcademy.com FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Step into a world of wonder and excitement at our amazing summer magic camps. Led

by Xakary the Magician from America’s Got Talent! The magic at each camp location is completely different each week. Don’t miss out on the limited-time offer: the first 100 registrations receive a $50 discount. Fun! Entertaining!

Surprising! And did we mention FUN?!

Teach skills early: Independence breeds confidence and happiness.

“I did it” or “all by myself” is the refrain of the toddler years. It’s a time when children are insistently eager to become independent.

In Montessori, we make it easy for children to learn skills that feed their will to do things by themselves. With the dressing frames, children learn to button their clothes: it’s easier to button two matched sides of fabric, held on a frame, on a flat table, than to button a jacket.

By isolating the difficulty—enabling children to focus on one skill at a time—and with caring support from skilled teachers, Montessori toddlers learn to dress themselves, preschoolers bake, elementary students organize their own Going Out excursions, and middle school students create the school’s yearbook.

Children who experience themselves as capable and powerful develop real selfconfidence and the can-do attitude they need to joyfully conquer their world.

Watch videos of independence in action and discover how LePort Montessori enables children to thrive as confident, happy young people.

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Maple Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra

We Love the ‘80s!

Grades 4-recent high school graduates P.O. Box 1261, Maple Valley 98038 425-394-6393 office.mvyso@gmail.com www.mvyso.org FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

MVYSO invites band and orchestra musicians from 4th grade through recent high school graduates to join us for summer camp August 5-9. Register by April 30 for $160. After May 1 the cost of the camp is $190. Less common instruments (oboe, bassoon, French horn, bass, tuba) pay a reduced rate of $125 before April 30 and $140 after May 1.

June 24 - August 2 Grades K - 12

Northwest School Summer Camp Ages 10-16 1415 Summit Ave., Seattle 98122 206-816-6070 northwestschool.org/summer FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Explore, learn and make friends—locally and globally! Are you ready for a summer camp that’s fun and engaging and offers a variety of classes? You can dance, make music, act onstage and bring an artistic vision to life, dive into marine biology, design a robot or build an architectural model. It is all possible this summer.

Sign Up for a Camp Today! eastsidecatholic.org/summer

Off Book Productions

Performing and Visual Art Camps and Productions Ages 5-14 8505 35th Ave. NE, Seattle 98115 206-396-9656 seattleoffbook@gmail.com seattleoffbook.com FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Dive into a world of possibilities with our diverse range of Summer Camps for ages 5-14, including Musical Theatre, Movie Making, Playwriting, and Visual Art. We have half-day and full-day options with more camps being added. We also have a few spots left in our summer production of Mean Girls Jr - Ages 10-14 (actors/backstage crew). Come create with us!

June 17-August 9 • Grades 1-9

Pacific Northwest Ballet School

Eastside Summer Dance Workshops Ages 5-7 1611 136th Place NE, Bellevue 98005 425-451-1241 pnbschool@pnb.org PNB.org/NowEnrolling Pacific Northwest Ballet School’s Eastside Summer Dance Workshops are open for enrollment. Dancers ages 5-7 dance, craft, and perform their way through popular ballet stories like The Nutcracker and Swan Lake. Each session ends with an informal mini-performance for an audience of adoring families. Weekly camps run from July 8 to August 2 at the Francia Russell Center in Bellevue.

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Play By Play Sports Broadcasting Camps - Seattle Ages 10-18 University of Washington 1-800-319-0884 info@playbyplaycamps.com playbyplaycamps.com We’re back for our third year in Seattle at the University of Washington. Campers will practice all aspects of sports broadcasting including sports talk radio, playby-play, sideline reporting, anchoring in a professional studio, and podcasting. Live out your sportscasting dream as you host your own shows, meet top sportscasters and athletes, tour stadiums, and make friendships that’ll last a lifetime.

Productions Dance Ages 3+ 12716 Lake City Way NE, Seattle 98125 206-504-3301 connect@productionsdance.com productionsdance.com/camps Dancing, crafting, popsicles, outside play, and a performance for families are included in our summer fun starting July 30. Learn ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, and creative movement in an imaginary world created by the dancers themselves.

Seattle Girls Choir Grades 2-6 1300 E. Aloha St., Seattle 98122 206-526-1900 info@seattlegirlschoir.org seattlegirlschoir.org FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Seattle Girls Choir offers Summer Music Day Camp sessions designed for girls who love singing. Camp can help your child build choral/vocal skills, explore sound with various instruments, and find new reasons to love making music – all while meeting new friends.

Seattle Shakespeare Company Camp Bill Summer Camp Grades 6-12

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Locations: Center Theatre at Seattle Center and Luther Burbank Park, Mercer Island 206-733-8228 education@seattleshakespeare.org seattleshakespeare.org/camp-bill/ FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Students will be cast in an indoor production of As You Like It or an outdoor Julius Caesar. Spend three weeks rehearsing, playing games, working on text, and delving into all aspects of the theatrical storytelling from text to costumes to sets to performance. These all-inclusive production intensives culminate in two performances over the weekend after camp wraps up.

SummerDirectory Stone Soup Theatre SummerStage Ages 5-17

Meridian Playground, 4649 Sunnyside Ave. N, Seattle 98103 Jefferson Park, 3801 Beacon Ave. S, Seattle 98108 206-388-9212 education@stonesouptheatre.org stonesouptheatre.org Early nurturing of drama skills can create a lifetime of confidence and is proven to improve reading skills. Join us this summer at our two outdoor parks: Meridian Playground and Jefferson Park. Weekly camps run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday to Friday, with before- and after-care available. Choose from an exciting lineup of programs. All plays culminate in a Friday performance.

Studio East

Summer Theater Camps Ages 4-19 348 Kirkland Ave., Kirkland 98033 425-820-1800 summer@studio-east.org studio-east.org/summer-camps Over thirty years ago, our summer camps built our reputation as a provider of stellar performing arts education. Studio East has the most fun programming, the most knowledgeable instructors, and the most experienced support staff you could need. Whether you have a 4-year-old or a high school senior, we have a

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Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE Grade K-age 20

Issaquah: Village Theatre’s Hunt Family Theatre Everett: Village Theatre’s Cope Gillette Theatre 425-392-1942 KIDSTAGE@VillageTheatre.org VillageTheatre.org/Classes FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Unleash your creativity with Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE summer camps! Our team of theatre professionals will guide your student through an exciting journey of self-discovery and creative exploration. With acting, musical theatre, writing, and design options, your student can tap into their passions and develop new skills.

Sign up for KIDSTAGE summer camps today and let your student shine!

Wedgwood Drama Studio Theater in the Park Camp Grades K-8

Viewridge Park/Playfield 4408 NE 70th St., Seattle 98115 206-384-1446 christicruz@wedgwooddrama.com wedgwooddrama.com Join us at Viewridge Park for Wedgwood Drama Studio’s Theater in the Park Summer Camp. We’ll play theater games, build original

characters, explore movement and scene work and learn what it takes to create an original performance all in the beautiful outdoors. In addition, we will have playground time, art, singing, dancing and a lot of fun.

PRESCHOOL Bellevue Children’s Academy Grades Pre-K-4

14640 NE 24th St., Bellevue 98007 425-649-0791 Option 2 summer@bcacademy.com bcacademy.com/programs/summerschool BCA Summer School offers Pre-K to 4th-grade students an excellent opportunity to reinforce learning and prepare for the upcoming school year. Our program includes a thought-provoking English and math curriculum and exciting activities involving project-based science and social studies units that promote creativity, independent thinking and self-confidence.

Evergreen Academy Montessori Ages infant to grade K

Locations in Bellevue, Bothell, Issaquah, Kirkland and Mountlake Terrace 866-424-9085 kgrieco@springedugroup.com evergreenacademy.com Evergreen Academy Montessori schools have inspired curiosity, independence, and a strong academic foundation in children ages infant to kindergarten since 1983. Schedule a tour today

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Brighton School Age 3 through 8th Grade 21705 58th Ave W • Mountlake Terrace, WA, 98043 • 425-640-7067

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Primrose School of West Bellevue

Summer Adventure Program Infants 6 weeks-5 years old 1150 114th Ave. SE Bellevue 98004 425-315-7305 admin@PrimroseWestBellevue.com PrimroseWestBellevue.com Learning is exciting, and your child is built to learn with a natural curiosity that knows no bounds. Through a balance of play and nurturing guidance, Primrose teachers foster that curiosity and help your child feel pride and accomplishment that lays the foundation for a lifelong love of learning. Offering year-round STEAMbased programs with summer adventure activities and freshly made healthy meals.

Samena Swim & Recreation Club Ages 3-16

15231 Lake Hills Blvd., Bellevue 98007 425-746-1160 info@samena.com Samena.com Kids stay active and engaged all summer long at Samena camps, including Preschool Camp, Swim & Tennis Camp, Vanapalooza, Field Trips, Junior Counselors, Junior Lifeguard Camp, Swimming Every Day and much more.

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Red Gate Farm Ages 6 to 12

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redgatefarmdaycamp.com Training • Lessons • Leasing • Sales Jamie Smith – Trainer/Owner redgatefarmtraining@gmail.com 425-466-3800

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Community Center Summer J Camp Grades PreK-10

3801 E. Mercer Way, Mercer Island 98040 206-232-7115 camp@sjcc.org sjcc.org/j-camp FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Summer J Camp returns June 24- August 23. With 60 camps to choose from, you can build your own experience with Summer J Camp. From Core Camps to Specialty Camps to our brand-new camps at Green Lake, you can create a summer schedule that works best for your family.

Sign up by March 4 to get our early bird discount and save 10%.

RELIGIOUS Camp Firwood Grades 3-12

1740 Lake Whatcom Blvd., Bellingham 98229 360-733-6840 register@thefirs.org campfirwood.org/campers FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Starting in late June, we offer day camps and overnight camps for kids in grades 3 through 12. Firwood Summer Camp offers campers many activities, including sailing, kayaking, climbing, and crafts.

What brings campers back year after year? The lasting friendships they make.

Join us this summer.

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CYO Summer Camps, Don Bosco and Hamilton Grades 1-12

1401 327th Ave., Carnation 98014 425-333-6135 cyo@seattlearch.org cyo.camp FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

CYO Summer Camps operates amazing properties out in the Snoqualmie Valley.

We are a Catholic camp focused on traditional camping activities. Our camps offer a variety of activities, from swimming in the pool or lake to playing games and learning about boating or shooting a bullseye at archery. Your next adventure is waiting at CYO!

SAMBICA Grades 2-12

4114 W. Lake Sammamish Parkway SE, Bellevue 98008 425-746-9110 camp@sambica.com sambica.com FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Located on the shores of Lake Sammamish, SAMBICA offers ten thrilling weeks of summer camp to kids of all ages.

Serving as “A Light on the Lake” for 105 years, SAMBICA combines the language of play with the vision of inspiring youth to a relationship with Jesus Christ.

URJ Camp Kalsman Grades 1-11

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www.ilskids.com 206.900.7452

14724 184th St. NE, Arlington 98223 425-284-4484 campkalsman@urj.org campkalsman.org FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

URJ Camp Kalsman is the premiere Jewish sleepaway camp in the PNW. Campers in grades 1-11 spend 1-3 weeks living in our vibrant, inclusive, joyfully Jewish community. Summers at Kalsman are filled with fun, friendships, and classic camp activities like archery, high ropes course, canoeing, arts and crafts, sports, and more. Space is available in sessions running June 23-July 4 and July 7-July 28.

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, ART AND MATHEMATICS (S.T.E.A.M.) BEAM Experiences & Bricks 4 Kidz Greater Seattle Grades K-8

Seattle 206-328-5303 studio@beamexperiences.com beamexperiences.com/summer-camps bricks4kidz.com/washington-seattleproper/camps We provide in-person summer day camps throughout Seattle from late June to mid-August. Our week-long programs are three to seven hours per day. Our camps include guided lessons that promote creative problem-solving in a fun workshop setting. We also ensure plenty of playtime and outside activities to take advantage of beautiful Seattle Summers.

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SummerDirectory Camp Galileo: Innovation, Friendship and Fun

prototyping game show and more! Visit invent. org/local to secure your spot. Use promo code LOCAL25 by March 27 to save $25.

The Bush School 3400 E. Harrison St., Seattle 98112 Gregory Heights Elementary School, 16201 16th Ave. SW, Burien 98166 1-800-854-3684 info@galileo-camps.com galileo-camps.com

Charles Wright Academy

Grades K-8

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At Camp Galileo, every week is a one-of-a-kind adventure full of engaging STEAM projects, collaborative design challenges and classic camp fun. Grounded in the acclaimed Galileo Innovation Approach, our hands-on activities and outdoor games cultivate essential skills—including collaboration, perseverance and creative confidence—that last long after summer ends. Financial aid available through our Innovation for All program. Extended care 8 a.m.–6 p.m.

Grades 1-9

7723 Chambers Creek Road W, Tacoma 98476 253-620-8373 admissions@charleswright.org charleswright.org Get ready for summer camp at Charles Wright Academy. Our campus features 107 acres, including forest trails and state-of-the-art STEM, art and athletic facilities. CWA offers a breadth of activities for students entering grades 1 through 9, including general summer camps and specialty camps featuring musical theater, arts, STEM and coding, nature exploration, leadership programs and more.

Destination Science

Girls Rock Math Grades 1-8 Locations in Bellevue, Seattle and Shoreline 206-408-8078 girlsrockmath.org FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Girls Rock Math is an empowering, arts-based math camp. Our camps offer engaging themes that capture a girl’s interest and imagination, and we use that as a catalyst for math growth through real-life, hands-on math projects.

Creative and fun experiences with math help develop confidence, excitement, and joy around learning.

Camp Invention

“The Fun Science Day Camp for Curious Kids” Ages 5-11

KidsQuest Children’s Museum

800-968-4332 campinvention@invent.org invent.org/local

Bellevue, Issaquah, Mercer Island, Mountlake Terrace 888-909-2822 info@destinationscience.org destinationscience.org

1116 108th Ave. NE, Bellevue 98004 425-637-8100 info@kidsquestmuseum.org kidsquestmuseum.org

Grades K-6

Spark your child’s creativity and confidence with our new Camp Invention® program.

Children in grades K through 6 will team up and take on fun, hands-on STEM challenges.

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Destination Science’s energetic, professional educators make learning fun. Early bird savings!

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A hands-on, interactive children’s museum, non-profit, and Certified Sensory Accessible Venue, KidsQuest encourages learning through play and emphasizes science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM). Featuring

25+ innovative exhibits for children infant to 10 years. KidsQuest offers various programs, including classes, summer camps, adult events, workshops, and free programs.

Dance classes for all ages

Lakeside School

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Summer at Lakeside Grades 3-8 14050 1st Ave. NE, Seattle 98125 lakesideschool.org/summernow

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Summer at Lakeside offers high school classes, middle school athletics camps coached by Lakeside coaches, and a fullday STEAM camp for students in grades 2-7. All camps and classes are open to the public, and financial aid is available.

Registration is open now.

Little Medical School Seattle Ages 4-14 In-person camps: Redmond, Bellevue, North Kirkland and others 425-677-0788 seattle@littlemedicalschool.com littlemedicalschool.com/seattle/ registration/ Summer Camps at Little Medical School inspire young minds by sharing our passion for learning, health and careers in medicine. Through hands-on activities, role-play, and interactive demonstrations, children explore the exciting world of healthcare. Opportunities are available for kids and teens who want to explore a variety of STEM.

SUMMER CAMP registration begins February 1

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Pacific Science Center Camps for Curious Minds Grades Pre-K-8

200 2nd Ave. N, Seattle 98109 206-443-2001 camps@pacsci.org pacsci.org/camps FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Find PacSci’s Camps for Curious Minds at six locations across Puget Sound this summer: PacSci campus, Explorer West Middle School, Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center, St. Thomas School, Salish Sea Elementary and Eastside Preparatory School. PacSci offers sensory-friendly camps and camps designed for a range of mobility needs.

Scholarships available.

Primrose School of West Bellevue

Summer Adventure Program Infants 6 weeks-5 years old 1150 114th Ave. SE Bellevue 98004 425-315-7305 admin@PrimroseWestBellevue.com PrimroseWestBellevue.com Learning is exciting, and your child is built to learn with a natural curiosity that knows no bounds. Through a balance of play and nurturing guidance, Primrose teachers foster that curiosity and help your child feel pride and accomplishment

Where K-8th kids become innovators

Unforgettable summer fun beginning June 24

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that lays the foundation for a lifelong love of learning. Offering year-round STEAM-based programs with summer adventure activities and freshly made healthy meals.

Rock Solid Science Grades K-6 Edmonds info@rocksolidscience.com rocksolidscience.com Welcome to the exciting world of rocks and minerals! We bring the field trip to you, uncovering the secrets hidden within these natural treasures. Whether you’re looking to enrich your science curriculum, provide a unique learning experience for your students, or simply inspire a love for earth sciences, our programs are sure to leave a lasting impression.

RSM

Grades K-12 Locations in Bellevue, Factoria and Redmond bellevue@mathschool.com factoria@mathschool.com redmond@mathschool.com mathschool.com

where your dreams take center stage Summer camps for students kindergarten to age 20

The Russian School of Mathematics is an award-winning, after-school math program for K-12 students. Recently named “among the top schools in the world” by the Johns Hopkins CTY, we help children of all levels excel in mathematics. At RSM, we believe all children can develop a solid foundation in math if taught correctly.

Seattle Children’s Museum

Seattle Children’s Museum Summer Camps Ages 4-8 305 Harrison St., Seattle 98109 206-441-1768 info@seattlechildrensmuseum.org seattlechildrensmuseum.org/camp/ FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Book your summer of play at Seattle Children’s Museum with 2024 Summer Camps. Campers will express themselves using their bodies, voices and imaginations. Collaboratively, we will explore the world around us and engage in STEAM-focused activities and sensory play. We’ll stir potions and create chemical reactions, build fairy houses, construct with real tools, make oobleck and more this summer.

Steamoji

Ages 5-14 16630 Redmond Way, Suite 110, Redmond 98052 425-242-0350 info@steamoji.com steamoji.com

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Steamoji is a maker academy for kids ages 5-18 that trains builders, makers, inventors and entrepreneurs. The best way to prepare for a world of accelerating change is to train our children with the foundational skills and mindsets to build solutions to the problems of their future.

Visit steamoji.com for more information

or to register for camps and after-school programs.

SPECIALS NEEDS All That Dance All ages 3012 NE Blakeley St., Seattle 98105 206-524-8944 info@all-that-dance.com allthatdanceseattle.com FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Dance, play and explore at All That Dance.

Our inclusive, creative environment is the perfect place for your child to have their first dance experience, build skills and grow as a dancer and human. We offer ballet, tap, modern, jazz, pop styles, and lyrical classes for all ages.

Parkour, art, nature, creativity, and challenge Beginner + intermediate Full day + half day 8 locations Ages 6-17

Traditional Summer Camp

Edmonds Center for the Arts Dungeons & Dragons Performing Arts Camps Ages 12-15

410 4th Ave, N, Edmonds 98020 425-275-9595 boxoffice@ec4arts.org ec4arts.org

* Excellent Leadership * Small Living Groups * 13, 19 & 21 Day Sessions * ACA Accredited * Riding * Arts & Crafts * Sailing * Swimming * And much more!

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Explore strange ruins, travel through mystical forests, and battle the forces of evil! Dive deep into learning how to play Dungeons & Dragons, a role-playing game where you create your own dynamic stories and characters. Develop empathy, teamwork, and storytelling skills, and learn drama techniques to act out adventures in a performance at the end of the week.

(425) 330-2974 www.hvc-wa.com hiddenvalleycamp@earthlink.net

Evergreen City Ballet Summer Dance All Ages

1300 Bronson Way N, Renton 98057 425-228-6800 ext. 104 evergreencityballet.org Sign your kiddos up for our Summer Dance Camps! Each week of camp offers an immersive experience through different themes. Register for one week or as many as you like! Campers will have a dance class, healthy snacks, arts & crafts, and other fun activities each day. ECB’s camp will teach dancers new skills, spark their imagination, and allow them to express themselves through creativity.

Hamlin Robinson School Grades 1-8 1701 20th Ave. S, Seattle 98144 206-763-1167 hrssummeracademy@hamlinrobinson.org hamlinrobinson.org/summeracademy Hamlin Robinson School ignites the academic and creative potential of students with dyslexia and other language-based learning differences. HRS Summer Academy offers a multi-week morning class focused on reading, writing, and language skills, as well as a variety of oneweek afternoon camp options.

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KidsQuest Children’s Museum Ages Infant-10 1116 108th Ave. NE, Bellevue 98004 425-637-8100 info@kidsquestmuseum.org kidsquestmuseum.org

A hands-on, interactive children’s museum, non-profit, and Certified Sensory Accessible Venue, KidsQuest encourages learning through play and emphasizes science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM). Featuring 25+ innovative exhibits for children infant to 10 years. KidsQuest offers various programs, including classes, summer camps, adult events, workshops, and free programs.

Northwest School Summer Camp

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Explore, learn and make friends—locally and globally! Are you ready for a summer camp that’s fun and engaging and offers a variety of classes? You can dance, make music, act onstage and bring an artistic vision to life, dive into marine biology, design a robot or build an architectural model. It is all possible this summer.

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200 2nd Ave. N, Seattle 98109 206-443-2001 camps@pacsci.org pacsci.org/camps FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Find PacSci’s Camps for Curious Minds at six locations across Puget Sound this summer: PacSci campus, Explorer West Middle School, Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center, St. Thomas School, Salish Sea Elementary and Eastside Preparatory School. PacSci offers sensory-friendly camps and camps designed for a range of mobility needs.

Scholarships available.

Seattle Children’s Museum

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Seattle Children’s Museum Summer Camps Ages 4-8

305 Harrison St., Seattle 98109 206-441-1768 info@seattlechildrensmuseum.org seattlechildrensmuseum.org/camp/ FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

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Book your summer of play at Seattle Children’s Museum with 2024 Summer Camps. Campers will express themselves using their bodies, voices and imaginations. Collaboratively, we will explore the world around us and engage in STEAM-focused activities and sensory play. We’ll stir potions and create chemical reactions, build fairy houses, construct with real tools, make oobleck and more this summer.

SummerDirectory Steamoji Ages 5-14 16630 Redmond Way, Suite 110, Redmond 98052 425-242-0350 info@steamoji.com steamoji.com

Brighton School

Summer @ Brighton School Age 3-grade 8 21705 58th Ave. W, Mountlake Terrace 98043 425-640-7067 tshepherd@springedugroup.com brightonschool.com

Steamoji is a maker academy for kids ages 5-18 that trains builders, makers, inventors and entrepreneurs. The best way to prepare for a world of accelerating change is to train our children with the foundational skills and mindsets to build solutions to the problems of their future. Visit steamoji.com for more information or to register for camps and after-school programs.

Embark on a summer adventure full of epic moments at Brighton School summer camp, where young campers flourish through dynamic activities, skill building, and lasting connections. From thrilling day camps to specialized academic and sports programs, our offerings cater to ages 3 through 8th grade, ensuring a summer filled with excitement, growth and enduring friendships.

Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE

Eastside Catholic School

Grade K-age 20 Issaquah: Village Theatre’s Hunt Family Theatre Everett: Village Theatre’s Cope Gillette Theatre 425-392-1942 KIDSTAGE@VillageTheatre.org VillageTheatre.org/Classes FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Unleash your creativity with Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE summer camps! Our team of theatre professionals will guide your student through an exciting journey of self-discovery and creative exploration. With acting, musical theatre, writing, and design options, your student can tap into their passions and develop new skills. Sign up for KIDSTAGE summer camps today and let your student shine!

SPORTS & FITNESS Alpha Gymnastics Ages 5-12 15000 Woodinville-Redmond Road, B200, Woodinville 98072 425-486-7429 info@alphagymnasticswa.com alphagymnasticswa.com Established in 1992, Alpha Gymnastics strives to educate and inspire students and athletes to develop quality gymnastics and build strong self-esteem with character and integrity. This summer we are offering fullday, half-day and single classes with exciting themes that will keep your kids active.

Register by April 15 for a 10% discount.

BASIS Ages 6-14 15749 NE 4th St., Bellevue 98008 425-749-3006 blv.summercamp@basisindependent.com basisindependent.com/blv.summer Get ready for an epic summer filled with unforgettable memories! The opportunities and options are endless: day camps, sports camps, specialty camps, and more. Explore our camp offerings today and secure your camper’s spot - space is limited, but the fun is unlimited!

EC Summer Camps Grades K-12 232 228th Ave. SE, Sammamish 98074 425-295-3000 landerson@eastsidecatholic.org eastsidecatholic.org/summer Learn. Create. Compete. Join us this summer for fun, inspiring, and affordable athletic and enrichment camps led by experienced Eastside Catholic faculty, coaches and community experts. You do not need to attend Eastside Catholic to attend our summer camps. We look forward to welcoming you.

Evergreen Academy

Summer @ Evergreen Academy Grades Pre-K-6 16017 118th Place NE, Bothell 98011 425-488-8000 tshepherd@springedugroup.com evergreenacademy.com/elementary/ seattle/bothell This is the place where epic moments happen! At Evergreen Academy summer camp, we measure time not in minutes, but in moments. From the thrill of performing on stage to solving a math challenge, creating digital art, or scoring their first goal. Epic moments like these happen all summer long at our day camps, sports camps, specialty camps, and academic camps. Join us!

Lakeside School

Summer at Lakeside Grades 3-8 14050 1st Ave. NE, Seattle 98125 lakesideschool.org/summernow FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Summer at Lakeside offers high school classes, middle school athletics camps coached by Lakeside coaches, and a full-day STEAM camp for students in grades 2-7. All camps and classes are open to the public, and financial aid is available. Registration is open now.

Parkour Visions

Parkour Visions Summer Camps Ages 6-17 Multiple outdoor locations around Seattle, Shoreline and Bellevue 206-923–8864 classes@parkourvisions.org parkourvisions.org/seattle/ summer-camps FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Parkour summer camps are week-long,

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Intensive training for all ages.

Learn graceful moves and let your creativity and imagination soar.

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high-energy, interactive experiences.

Every camp includes a warm-up and cool-down, falling safety, skill practice, movement games, and obstacle courses.

Students learn to move creatively and efficiently in a collaborative, non-competitive social environment. Themes include Parkour Explorers, Urban Art and Play, and Nature-Parkour Adventure Camp.

We have full-day and half-day options for beginner and intermediate students.

Play By Play Sports Broadcasting Camps - Seattle Ages 10-18

University of Washington 1-800-319-0884 info@playbyplaycamps.com playbyplaycamps.com We’re back for our third year in Seattle at the University of Washington. Campers will practice all aspects of sports broadcasting including sports talk radio, play-by-play, sideline reporting, anchoring in a professional studio, and podcasting. Live out your sportscasting dream as you host your own shows, meet top sportscasters and athletes, tour stadiums, and make friendships that’ll last a lifetime.

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Junior Golf Camps Ages 7-15 Interbay Golf Center, Jackson Park Golf Course and Jefferson Park Golf Course 206-254-6545 premiergc.com Our certified PGA and LPGA teaching professionals create a fun and exciting environment where kids can learn, practice, and play. Premier Golf offers 2, 3, & 5-day Summer Junior Golf Camps from June through August.

Rain City Fencing Center Summer Fencing Camps Ages 8-14

1776 136th Pl. NE, Bellevue 98005 425-747-6300 info@raincityfencing.com raincityfencing.com How do you score touches on your opponent without getting hit yourself?

It takes fast thinking, dynamic footwork and a good strategy. The Olympic sport of fencing is safe, exciting and fun. We offer half- and full-day summer camps in July and August. All fencing equipment is provided. Think. Fast. Fencing!

Samena Swim & Recreation Club Ages 3-16

15231 Lake Hills Blvd., Bellevue 98007 425-746-1160 info@samena.com Samena.com Kids stay active and engaged all summer long at Samena camps, including Preschool Camp, Swim & Tennis Camp, Vanapalooza, Field Trips, Junior Counselors, Junior Lifeguard Camp, Swimming Every Day and much more.

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Skate Like a Girl

Tenzan Aikido

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Various locations in Seattle and Kenmore 888-401-0195, ext. 1 seattle@skatelikeagirl.com skatelikeagirl.com/seattle

7700 Aurora Ave. N, Seattle 98103 206-525-4032 (accepts texts) dojo@TenzanAikido.com tenzanaikido.com

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Aikido is an athletic, partner-based martial art that improves focus, resilience, and self-confidence. Games are interspersed with classical aikido techniques to maintain a lighthearted and focused environment. As we immerse ourselves in daily training, great progress is made, and lifelong friendships are forged.

Everyone has lots of fun and comes away from the camp with a sense of community and accomplishment.

New Skater Camp Ages 7-18 13024 Stone Ave. N, Seattle 98133 info@seattlederbybrats.com seattlederbybrats.com

Summer Skateboarding Camp Ages 5-16

Skating and roller derby camp for girls and gender expansive youth ages 7-18, must be age 8 when the season starts in September to join the league. No skating experience is necessary.

Seattle Derby Brats instills positive ideals and helps skaters realize their potential, empowering skaters to be strong, healthy, and confident through a supportive, inclusive community.

Seattle Tempest / Seattle Cascades

Seattle Ultimate Grades 3-12 Various Locations 208-550-8490 xtehn@seattlecascades.com seattle-ultimate.com

Don’t miss Skate Like a Girl’s summer day camps, where your child will take their skateboarding skills to new heights in a safe and supportive atmosphere. Learn new tricks, forge new friendships, connect with caring mentors, and make epic memories.

Our camps are a space for young people of all genders to use skateboarding as a tool for creativity, self-exploration, community, and having pure fun!

SwimGuru Ages 6 months-adult

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Seattle Ultimate youth camps offer a variety of drills suitable for different levels of play, so all experience levels are encouraged to attend. The coaches are Seattle Tempest and Seattle Cascades players - learn from the pros! Registration is open to elementary school (grades 3-5), middle school, and high school students (grades 9-12). All genders are welcome.

Seattle, Lynnwood and Bellevue 206-200-9449 support@swim.guru swim.guru SwimGuru is a drowning prevention program.

The focus for every client is to develop a functional swim-float-swim and be able to independently problem-solve in any depth of water. SwimGuru is a start-to-finish program that gives clients life-saving skills in months, not years.

Summer Camps Ages 4-16

USTA PNW Tennis Ages 5-17 info@rectennis.com rectennis.com FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

This camp is for junior players looking to develop their skills, gain more on-court experience, and have fun! Players will be grouped by age and skill level. They will build athletic fundamentals by learning proper footwork and racquet mechanics. At this level, players will play on a full-sized court. The focus is on teaching the basics of rallying, serving, and keeping score.

Get ready for an epic summer filled with hands-on activities where your child can explore new skills, have a blast, and make new friends.

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Think. Fast. Fencing.

Learn to fence at Rain City Fencing Center! Half-day and full-day camps for ages 8-16. All equipment provided.

Sign up now!

Index All That Dance............................................... 31, 41 Alpha Gymnastics............................................ 43 BASIS................................................................ 11, 43 BEAM Experiences & Bricks 4 Kids Greater Seattle.................................................. 37 Bellevue Children’s Academy................... 5, 35 Brighton School........................................... 12, 43 Camp Firwood....................................... 12, 30, 36 Camp Galileo: Innovation,

1776 136th Place NE, Bellevue • 425.747.6300 • raincityfencing.com

Friendship and Fun......................................... 38 Camp Invention................................................ 38 Charles Wright Academy.................... 12, 31, 38 Chess4Life............................................................ 5 City of Redmond Parks & Recreation.......... 12 Cornish+................................................................ 8 Creative Dance Center.................................... 32 Crossroads Bellevue........................................ 10 CYO Summer Camps, Don Bosco and Hamilton........................... 14, 37 Debate Camp........................................................ 5 Destination Science......................................... 38 Eastside Catholic School........................... 14, 43 Edmonds Center for the Arts................... 32, 41 Ekone Summer Camp........................................ 8 Emerald Ballet Academy................................ 32 Evergreen Academy................................... 14, 43 Evergreen Academy Montessori................. 35 Evergreen City Ballet................................. 32, 41 French American School of Puget Sound................................................ 5, 11 Gage Academy of Art......................................... 8 Girls Rock Math................................................. 38 Hamlin Robinson School............................. 5, 41 Hidden Valley Camp.........................................30 High Trek Adventures - South Everett........ 14 Illumination Learning Studio....................... 32 IslandWood........................................................ 28 KidsQuest Children’s Museum......... 10, 38, 42 Lakeside School..................................... 15, 39, 43 Little Medical School Seattle......................... 39 Magic Camp....................................................... 32 Majestic Adventures......................................... 15 Maple Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra...................................... 33 Mercer Education............................................... 6 Monster Mini Golf Bellevue............................. 11 Morningside Academy...................................... 6 The Mountaineers..................................... 28, 30 Neo Art School..................................................... 9 Northwest School Summer Camp.... 15, 33, 42 Off Book Productions...................................... 33

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Index Oxbow Summer Farm Camp.................8, 9, 28 Pacifica Writers’ Workshop............................. 6 Pacific Northwest Ballet School................... 33 Pacific Sceince Center.............................. 39, 42 Parkour Visions.......................................... 28, 43 Play By Play Sports Broadcasting Camps - Seattle........................................... 34, 44 Pratt Fine Arts Center....................................... 9 Premier Golf....................................................... 44 Primrose School of West Bellevue........ 36, 39 Productions Dance.......................................... 34

Summer Classes

Nurturing Baby • Caregiver-Child Creative Dance • Modern • Ballet Hip Hop • Adaptive BrainDance (no cost!)

Summer Multi-Arts Camps

Ballet Stories • Hip Hop • Art in Motion Musical Theatre (Descendants, Trolls, and Willy Wonka JR.)

... and more!

Enroll now! creativedance.org

Rain City Fencing Center............................... 44 Red Gate Farm..................................................... 8 Rock Solid Science........................................... 40 RSM................................................................... 6, 40 SAMBICA....................................................... 30, 37 Samena Swim & Recreation Club..... 15, 36, 44 Seattle Children’s Museum........... 11, 26, 40, 42 Seattle Derby Brats.......................................... 45 Seattle Girls Choir............................................ 34 Seattle Historic Waterfront Association..... 11 Seattle Shakespeare Company..................... 34 Seattle Tempest / Seattle Cascades............. 45 Seattle Waldorf School....................................30 Skate Like a Girl................................................ 45 Soundview School............................................ 26 Spruce Street School....................................... 26 Steamoji......................................................... 40, 43 Steve & Kate’s Camp........................................ 26 Stone Soup Theatre.......................................... 35 Stroum Jewish Community Center...... 27, 36 Studio East.......................................................... 35 SwimGuru.......................................................... 45 Tenzan Aikido.................................................... 45 Tilth Alliance.................................................. 8, 10 Trackers Earth.................................................. 27 URJ Camp Kalsman................................... 30, 37 USTA PNW Tennis............................................ 45 Villa Ventures: The Ultimate Summer Adventure............... 27 Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE.................... 35, 43 Visit Lake Chelan................................................ 11 Wedgewood Drama Studio............................ 35 Wet Clay Cafe..................................................... 10 Wilderness Awareness School............... 30, 31 Wolf Camp..........................................................30 YMCA of Greater Seattle............................ 27, 31

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The sweetest memories are made far away from any screen.

With 40 years of experience, Wilderness Awareness School offers innovative avenues to connection. Games, skills, storytelling, and activities facilitated by highly trained mentors offer a new way to experience the natural world.

SUMMER CAMPS DAY, OVERNIGHT-and-EXPEDITIONS

SEATTLE AND EASTSIDE LOCATIONS • AGES 6–18 •

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