Lights… Camera… Act One! Welcome to a dynamic and interactive theatre experience where campers, ages 6-15, will spend each and every day acting, singing, dancing, and more! Join us in the Theater Department of the Glendale Community College as we rock out in our unique and exciting classrooms: from the stage to the movie-making lab, the make-up chair to the dance studio, and the music hall to the improv spotlight. Campers will create and star in their own theatrical adventures, and will showcase their amazing talents for the whole family to enjoy at our free end-of-camp Big Show. From the shy wallflower to the class clown: All levels of experience welcomed! Hurry… it’s almost time for Places!
Camp Hours 9am – 2pm, Before and After Care Hours: 8am-9am and 2pm-5pm.
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Address: Glendale Community College, 1500 N Verdugo Rd., Glendale,
CA 91208
Amplify Sleep Away Camp is an empowering, award-winning music + creative arts summer camp in Ojai, California, serving girls from the neighborhood and around the world since 2012. Every girl deserves the chance to be their most authentic selves, and Amplify helps them do that with lifelong friends and positive role models in a safe, supportive environment. And if day camp is more your speed as opposed to overnight/sleep away camp, we’ve got your back!
Hours: For day campers, we offer: early dropoff @ 8am; late pickup @ 7pm; staying at camp over the weekend; and sleeping over after the session's final showcase
Take summer camp…make it magic. Camp Integem is a unique experience for K-12 students to learn Holographic AR coding, STEM, AI, 2D/3D game design, robotics engineering, digital art, 2D/3D animation, 3D modeling, Fashion, design, interactive storytelling, space/nature exploration and more. Teleport into your creation to experience the magic of your Holographic AR design and prepare you for future success, all while having a lot of fun!
No prior knowledge in computer or technology is needed. Students can learn from beginner to advanced levels. Great instructors, small classes!
Since 2018, thousands of students from 20 countries have joined our camps. Learn more at camp.integem.com. Enter code MOMSLA to save.
Multiple Locations in Los Angeles and Orange County:
• 2368 Pearl St., Santa Monica, CA 90405
• 1401 Artesia Blvd., Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
• 2701 Huntington Dr, San Marino, CA 91108
• Burbank High, 902 N 3rd St, Burbank, CA 91502
• 5871 E. Los Arcos St., Long Beach, CA 90815
• 17816 Bushard St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
• 4321 Walnut Ave, Irvine, CA 92604
Join us for a summer of imagination and enrichment led by an expert faculty.
Archer’s summer program for girls ignites creativity, inspires risk-taking, and builds valuable leadership skills. Engage in real world challenges, make new friends, and experience Archer’s joyful culture, which celebrates the possibility of every girl.
For rising 4th and 5th grade students, Girls in Charge offers week-long thematic programs rooted in creative play and exploration. Students will dive into a variety of imaginative projects culminating in a celebration and showcase of student work.
For rising 6th-8th grade students, Girls in Action provides an exciting and varied program that offers week-long experiences in a variety of disciplines. Students will choose four different workshops each week from a variety of offerings, including Humanities, STEM, and Performing & Visual Arts. Counselor-led activities will be held in between workshops and during lunch to create space for new friendships and fun.
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Address: 11725 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles,
CA 90049
Join us this summer for a spectacular journey to explore all seven continents and uncover stories of Heroes & Villains from around the world!
By encouraging story-building capabilities, campers learn how to channel their own inner heroes and villains into healthy forms of expression and learn many life lessons.
Turn imagination into reality with daily art projects – painting, building, sculpting, designing, dancing, performing, and amazing field trips!
Guided by professional teachers, children create up to 3 projects in a day. In a full week, kids make a gallery of up to 10 art projects!
Prepare an extra space in your house for your child’s art gallery
By the end of each week, children make unforgettable memories and new friends from around the world.
Week 1 – Middle East, June 12-16
Week 2 – Africa, June 19-23
Week 3 – Europe, June 26-30
Week 4 – North America, July 5-7
Week 5 – South America, July 10-14
Week 6 – Asia, July 17-21
Week 7 – Australia, July 24 -28
Week 8 – Antarctica, July 31 – Aug 4
Week 9 – Art & Astrology, Aug 7-11
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Address: 1046 S. Robertson Blvd, Los Angeles,
CA 90035
Atwater Photo Camp is a super fun and exciting 5 day photo adventure that inspires kids to explore their world in a deeper way. We’re thrilled to roll out all new field trips this year including galleries, museums, parks, the beach and so much more! Through clever games and activities designed to challenge the way we see, we build skills with camera, light and storytelling. All of this helps campers recognize, develop and celebrate their own unique voice.
Camp runs from 9am to 3pm, and each week is different. We make a ton of images and have a whole lot of fun! At the end of the week we host a photo exhibit for the kids to present their work to family & friends. Please let us know if you have any questions, we’d love to tell you everything!
Dates: (Spring Break) April 3-7, 2023 and Weekly during the Summer: June 13, 2023 – August 18, 2023
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Address: 3015 Glendale Blvd, Los Angeles,
CA 90039
Camp Louisville invites middle school girls and boys to experiment, play, learn, explore, and create on the stunning campus of Louisville High School. Camp runs for 3 weeks with each week offering a chance to experience something new that may spark a passion or reveal a talent.
Week 1 (June 19-23) focuses on Leadership as kids get the chance to learn leadership skills like communication and public speaking. In week 2 (June 26-30), we will explore The Arts in all its forms–from the canvas to the stage and everything in between. Our final week (July 10-14) focuses on STEM with hands-on experiments, games, and competitions. No matter what your child is interested in, you’ll find fun and affordable opportunities at Camp Louisville.
Come find your roar at Camp Louisville!
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Address: 22300 Mulholland Drive, Woodland Hills,
CA 91364
Traditional day camp for boys and girls ages 3 to 15 on 120 private acres in the Malibu / Agoura Hills area.
Established in 1965 as one of the best traditional day camps in Southern California. Now located on 120 private acres in the Malibu / Agoura Hills area at Calamigos Ranch. Calamigos Ranch was home for one of the earliest camps in California dating back to the 1940’s. This strong tradition continues with Camp Summertime. Camp Summertime is dedicated to providing a safe, loving, and enriching environment. We promote each child’s social, emotional, creative and physical development through individual and team activities. Campers build self-confidence, self-esteem and self-respect within this supportive environment.
Bus transportation is available each day from most areas. Pick up locations may include Malibu, Pacific Palisades, the San Fernando Valley, Woodland Hills, Calabasas, Agoura Hills, Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, Newbury Park, and the Conejo Valley.
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Address: 327 S. Latigo Canyon Rd., Malibu,
CA 90265
At Camp Wildcraft we grow creative, curious, confident camp; caring kids who feel at home in nature. We are small by design, a warm place where kids unplug from technology and happily connect to our camp community. At our two sites in Calabasas and Malibu, our adventurous art and nature camp empowers kids to discover the hidden natural world—and their hidden strengths.
During weekly sessions, campers create big art projects, explore and hike, sculpt with wood and clay, sew a pouch to carry handmade nature journals, build forts from branches, go on scavenger hunts, play games with new friends, and much more! Campers choose from a changing menu of creative and fun activities including theatre, baking, games in our sports field, and more. Every day at camp is an opportunity to find joy and wonder in the wild places around us.
Ages 4-14 (PreK – 8th grade)
After care: 3pm to 4pm at the Calabasas location.
TWO LOCATIONS:
• Sycamore School, Malibu 3504 Las Flores Canyon Rd, Malibu
• MUSE Global School, Calabasas 1666 Las Virgenes Canyon Rd, Calabasas
Camp Wildfolk is a child-centered day camp with two locations in Valley Village and West Hollywood. Wildfolk is project-based and truly unique- offering a balanced blend of structure and choice, with activities campers go wild for.
The spirit infused throughout camp feels “old school,” yet grounded in a mindful and intentional way of supporting and guiding children. Camp Wildfolk’s caring, silly, and wildly fun Guides are often cited as the #1 reason campers return year after year.
Programs offered for Pre-Kinder through 6th grade, as well as a Guides-in-Training (GIT) leadership program for tweens & teens. The schedule is balanced with outdoor time and classroom (with a/c)
Two Locations:
12020 Burbank Blvd. Valley Village, CA 91607 and
1265 N. Fairfax Ave. West Hollywood, CA 90046
Designer Camp is Southern Californian’s most comprehensive and collaborative design-based summer camp for young creatives (ages 11 – 17). Offering five unique camps in Los Angeles & Orange County. Designer Camp partners with nationally-recognized designers and brands.
LOS ANGELES:
Design Camp 101: July 10 – 14, 2023
Fashion & Styling Camp: July 17 – 21, 2023
Interior Design Camp: July 24– 28, 2023
Photography Camp x Leica Akademie: July 31 – August 4, 2023
Beauty Camp: July 31 – August 4, 2023
ORANGE COUNTY:
Design Camp 101: July 10 – 14, 2023
Interior Design Camp: July 17 – 21, 2023
Fashion Design Camp: July 24 – 28, 2023
Designer Camp’s mission is to give students a community that helps them cultivate their unique creativity and discover the many career opportunities for their future.
Each day students will receive hands-on instruction from design industry professionals, visit showrooms, retail stores, design houses and businesses that are shaping the design industry. Our design industry professionals and staff are dedicated to mentoring our students on their creative paths, supporting them throughout camp and beyond. Throughout each week of camp, students will work on creating their own personal design portfolio that they can continue to update even after camp.
LOCATIONS:
Los Angeles: Pacific Design Center 750 N San Vicente Blvd,West Hollywood Design District, CA 90069
Orange County: Lido Marina Village 3434 Via Lido, Newport Beach, CA 92663
Fitness by the Sea Beach Camp (FBS) is Los Angeles’ premiere and oldest beach camp (celebrating our 24th year) for children ages 4-14. With beachside locations in Santa Monica and Pacific Palisades, an experienced and spirited staff (average age 23), and low camper to staff ratios (6:1), FBS offers a full range of over 200 dynamic and creative activities in an encouraging and nurturing environment.
SIGN UP BY THE WEEK- Register your child for any weeks you wish, with no minimum weeks. Add as many weeks as you want whenever you want! With free and unlimited schedule changes you can¹t go wrong!
100% SAFETY RECORD– For the past 23 years, Fitness by the Sea has been recognized as the “safest beach camp” in the Los Angeles area. All of our camps cater to first-time campers and kids new to the ocean. No Prior ocean experience is required. Non-swimmers are welcome!
BUS TRANSPORTATION- Bus stops serving communities in Westwood, Beverly Hills, Cheviot Hills, West Hollywood, Mar Vista, Culver City, Venice, Marina del Rey, Playa Vista, Playa del Rey, and El Segundo areas.
OVER 200 ACTIVITIES- “Something for Everyone” – Ages 4-14
• Water Activities: surfing, boogie boarding, swimming, paddling, etc.
• Team Sports: soccer, basketball, baseball, flag football, dodge ball, etc.
• Creative Activities: dance, arts & crafts, yoga, puppet shows, magic, etc.
• Individual Sports: gymnastics, martial arts, cheerleading, fencing, etc.
Kids feel safe to be themselves and are encouraged to take safe risks, push their own limits, and discover their unique abilities.
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Address: 1541 Palisades Dr , Los Angeles,
CA 90272
KidzToPros Summer Camps offer engaging STEM, Arts & Sports options for ages 4-12 in Los Angeles.
Set your student up for success in today’s tech-based world with STEM Camps. KidzToPros incorporates an engaging curriculum with real-life skills like coding, game design, robotics and more.
Aspiring young artists are building their skills at Art Camps! Whether your young creator enjoys visual or performing arts, music or film, KidzToPros has a Summer Camp option they will love!
Their Sports Camps engage campers’ minds and bodies as they learn new sports and build skills like teamwork, collaboration and strategy. Led by highly trained instructors, students can participate in Soccer, Basketball or Tennis Camp.
Multiple locations in Los Angeles and Orange County.
Find your nearest location, sign today and save $50 using the code ML-50 by Feb 28th!
A co-ed, traditional sleepaway camp for ages 7 to 16, uniquely located on a 900-acre ranch in the Sierras north of Lake Tahoe and a 1.5 hours drive northwest of the Reno-Tahoe International Airport. Family-owned and operated since 1956, our limited enrollment and our tech-free policy allow for a more personal camp experience and family-like feel that bring all of the camp together. At MMR, campers experience more than the fun and activities that are a given of the camp experience, but also personal growth in self-confidence and character, fostering new friendships and memorable experiences that last a lifetime. Our entire program is centered around the principles of servant leadership and our guiding values that weave throughout the camp experience: inclusivity, empathy, stewardship, integrity, authenticity, and mindfulness.
At Parker-Anderson summer camp, each session combines the fun and silliness of traditional summer camp with a huge variety of our signature enrichment classes and social interaction with friends. Classes include Science, Kid’s Cooking Academy, Art Workshop, Kid’s Dance Studio, Jedi Training, Coding, Ninja Academy, Spy Kids and more. Enroll at Parker-Anderson.org, or call (818) 650-8676.
Camp Locations include:
Woodlake Elementary – Woodland Hills
Crestview Preparatory – La Canada
Highpoint Academy – South Pasadena
Clairbourn School – San Gabriel
Try it all this summer with STAR’s one-of-a-kind variety camp! SuperSTAR allows you to participate in a variety of programs including sports, outdoor play, and S.T.E.A.M (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) fields! In addition to offering campers the most varied experience, this is also our most popular and best-valued summer program. SuperSTAR camp encourages campers’ creativity, innovation, and exploration. Try a little bit of everything this summer and discover your new passion! SuperSTAR camp’s unique format is just one of the many reasons L.A. Parent magazine named us the “Best Educational Day Camp” five years in a row!
Multiple Discounts Available!
• Super Duper Early bird discounts $30 off per week expires January 31st
• Super Early bird discount $20 off per week expires February 28th
• Early bird discount $15 off per week expires March 28th
• Early bird discount $10 off per week expires April 28th
• Early bird discount $10 off per week expires May 31st
• Multiple session discounts $60 off total if enrolled in 4 or more weeks of camp
• Sibling discount $25 off the registration fee. (two+ siblings)
When you trust kids, they trust themselves. Since 1980, Steve & Kate’s has put kids in charge of their own learning experience. As they try, fail, and learn on their own, they learn to trust their own judgment, and tackle the challenges of an ever changing world with creativity and confidence.
Campers choose from a variety of activities in real-time including, sewing, stop-motion animation, music, coding, sports & rec, makers crafts, baking, & more. They’ll decide what they want to do, and for how long.
This summer families can buy as many days as they’d like, and use them at any time. No weekly reservations required–just show up! Or, if you need more care, purchase a Summer Pass, which covers the whole season. If for any reason your plans change, they’ll automatically refund any unused Passes in full at summer’s end.
Ages: 4–12 | Lunch, snacks, and all hours (8am–6pm) included.
Now in Manhattan Beach, Valley Village, Pasadena, Torrance, Santa Monica, Costa Mesa and Mar Vista!
Rising kindergarten through 8th graders are invited to join in for Summer at The Center. Whether you want to direct a play, design a robot, learn a language, sink some hoops, brush up on math skills, or dance your heart out, you can do it all this Summer at The Center.
Summer at The Center features engaging summer class offerings, state-of-the-art classrooms, outstanding athletic facilities, nurturing staff, and expert teachers. Sign up for summer excitement and learning at CEE’s expanded campus in West Hollywood. Summer camps include Arts, Science, Inventions, Athletics, Drones, Architecture, Cooking, Minecraft, Robotics, Crafts, Language Arts, Mathemagic, Dance, Drama, and lots more.
And don’t miss Camp SHAKE athletics camps: a fun and balanced sports program that prepares athletes with the physical and mental skills for performance and competition in a safe and supportive learning environment. Basketball and Sports & Games camps are available all summer long!
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