 USSD KARATE CAMP (Summer Kicks)
Starting June 15, children will experience an exciting, high energy
session; focusing on personal development, friendship and self defense.
Also learning animal techniques, weapons and playing FUN games! Self
defense fun doesn't stop! Go to our website to check it out!
Grades: Kindergarten-7
Location: United Studios of Self Defense, Menlo Park
Days: Monday through Thursday
Sessions: June 15-19, June 22-26, August 3-7
Time: 9-3 p.m.
Contact: Gary, menlopark@ussd.com
Note: So much fun you'll want to sign up for more than one week!
USSD Karate Camp Website
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HIDDEN VILLA SUMMER CAMP
Hidden
Villa unites youth from diverse backgrounds to build friendships and
explore our farm and wilderness while developing the confidence to make
positive change in the world. Campers will taste treats in our organic
garden, help care for our farm animals, trek nearby trails, and make
fantastic new friends.
Grades: Entering 1st through 12th
Location: Hidden Villa, 26870 Moody Rd, Los Altos Hills, CA 94022
Time: Day and Residential Programs
Sessions: 1 and 2 week programs, June 22 through Aug 21
Contact: camp@hiddenvilla.org or 650-949-8641
Note: Register Online beginning January 28
Hidden Villa Summer Camp Website |
 JEFUNIRA CAMP
Jefunira
Camp offers an exciting and unique program of good old-fashioned summer
fun! We have a mix of the active (capture the flag, soccer, tag),
the unique (star wars, ga ga, bennitch), and the alternative (cooking,
house of cards, story telling). These sample activities provide
only a glimpse of the fun kids have at Jefunira Camp.
Ages: 4 years old to entering 9th grade
Locations: Palo Alto (El Carmelo Elementary School), Mountain View (Bubb Elementary School)
Time: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (pre and post camp care available)
Session 1: June 15 - June 26
Session 2: June 29 - July 10
Session 3: July 13 - July 24
Session 4: July 27 - August 7
Fees: $800 per two-week session
Contact: 291-2888, director@jefuniracamp.com
Note: Scholarships Available
Jefunira Website
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HARKER SUMMER PROGRAMS
Summer
at Harker offers a blend of academic enrichment and recreational
activities to create a fun and learning-filled experience for K-12
campers. Harker's excellent facilities and well-trained staff provide a
place where everyone feels safe and secure; develops confidence and
self-esteem; explores new challenges; and experiences laughter, joy and
friendship.
Ages: K-12
Locations: K-4 Bucknall Campus, 4300 Bucknall Rd., San Jose, CA 95130
Gr. 5-8 Blackford Campus, 3800 Blackford Rd., San Jose, CA 95117
Gr. 9-12 Saratoga Campus, 500 Saratoga Ave., San Jose, CA 95129
Time: Campuses open at 7:30 a.m. and full-day campers can be supervised on campus until 6 p.m. with no additional charge
Sessions: June 22 - Aug 15
Contact: 408-553-0537 or CampInfo@harker.org
Harker Summer Programs Website
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 MARINE CAMP (MARINE SCIENCE INSTITUTE)
Feel
the wind in your hair and mud on your hands as you get acquainted with
the San Francisco Bay. We offer a hands-on approach to Marine Biology
each summer at Marine Science Institute's Marine Camp. Splash in
ocean tide pools, poke in the mud at nearby estuaries and surf the
waves aboard our Research Vessel while experiencing first hand the
diverse world of Marine Life.
Grades: K-12
Location: Marine Science Institute, 500 Discovery Parkway, Redwood City, CA 94063
Times: 8:30-3pm daily
Sessions: 9 one-week sessions, June 22 through August 17
Contact: Julie Xelowski-Brooker at 650-364-2760 x13
Note: Priority Registration for Members. Sign up today! These camps have huge waiting lists!
Marine Camp Website
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NEWTON/MUSICART SUMMER CAMP 2009
Our specialty camps in the morning are filled with fun and interesting
themes every week, such as Science, Art, Sports, Music, and Drama. Our
afternoon camp will include group games, building projects, crafts,
puzzles, and many other fun activities!
Grades: 1st-5th
Location: Henry Ford Elementary in Redwood City
Days: Monday through Friday
Times: Specialty camps 9 to 12 noon. Extended care 12 to 3 p.m. or 12 to 6 p.m.
Sessions: June 15-19, June 22-26, June 29-July 3, July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24, July 27-31, August 3-7, August 10-14
Contact: info@newtoncenters.org or 345-4043
Newton MusicArt Registration Form (Download)
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S.N.A.K.E. CAMP
S.N.A.K.E. campers discover the natural world through engaging hands-on
activities and exciting field trips related to 3 weekly themes.
Grades: 1-5
Location: Keys School, Palo Alto
Times: 9-4 daily, extended day available 8-9 a.m. and 4-5 p.m.
Days: Monday-Friday
Session 1: Living off the Land: From the Ohlones to Today's Modern Farmers, June 15-19
Session 2: Water Worlds: Exploring the Bay Area's Wet Ecosystems, June 22-26
Session 3: Day Trippers: Daily Natural Science Field Trips, June 29-July 3
FEES: Weeks 1 & 2: $350 per week, Extended Day extra $40/wk a.m. and $40/wk p.m.
Week 3, Day Trippers: $100 per day, Extended Day extra $8/day
a.m. and $8/day p.m.
or $450 per week, Extended Day extra $40/wk a.m. and $40/wk p.m.
CONTACT: Vandy Shrader, EV Summer Programs Director, vandy@evols.org
NOTE: To register, or for more information about SNAKE Camp or Explore!, our middle school summer program, please visit our website.
S.N.A.K.E. Camp Web Site
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COLLEGE FOR KIDS
Join
us in celebrating our 17th year anniversary of College for Kids - a
popular summer academic enrichment program for youth in 4th through 8th
grades. Enjoy a three week fun-filled college experience.
Choose courses in: Creative Arts, Math & Science, Computer
Skills, Multimedia, Language Arts, Sports ... and more.
Grades: 4th - 8th (currently)
Sessions and Locations: Skyline College, June 15-July 2
Cañada College, June 22-July 9
College of San Mateo, July 6-23
Days: Monday through Thursday
Times: 1:30 - 4:50 p.m.
Fees: Early bird by May 8: $385. After May 8: $399.
Contact: San Mateo County Community College District at 574-6149
Note: Register early, space is limited!
College for Kids Website
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MINI MADNESS AND MENLO MADNESS
Mini
Madness and Menlo Madness are summer camps that you don't want to
miss! With weekly themes, special events, and exciting field
trips, we are sure to keep your child entertained all summer!
Campers participate in arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor games,
sports, swimming, cooking, and much more! Weekly themes include:
Shananigans, Staycations, Back to Beijing, Gameshowtastic, H20,
Holi-daily, Green Eggs & Cam...p, and That's a Wrap.
Ages: Mini Madness is for children ages 4½-6 and Menlo Madness is for children ages 7-12
Location: Burgess Recreation Center (700 Alma Street, Menlo Park, CA 94025)
Times: Mini Madness is from 8:30-2:00, Menlo Madness is from 8:30-4:00 and we offer extended care until 6:00 for both programs
Sessions: Weekly camps from June 15 to August 7
Fees: Mini Madness is $175(Residents)/$236(Non-residents) per week and
Menlo Madness is $225(R)/$304(NR) per week. Extended Care is $10/day.
Contact: Noreen Bickel at 330-2209 or nsbickel@menlopark.org
Note: We offer a 5% discount for registering before April 1st, 2009 and
a 5% discount for registering for all 8 weeks of camp. Sign up for all
8 weeks before April 1st and receive the full 10% discount! Sign up
early, space is limited!
Menlo Park Camps Website
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PENINSULA YOUTH THEATRE: THEATRE IN THE PARK
In "Theatre in the Park" campers spend two fun weeks putting on a
show. Make sets and costumes, build props, play theater games and
learn lines to prepare for a final evening performance in a local park!
Ages: 6 - 14
Locations: Bubb School, Mountain View; Mountain View Recreation Center; PYT Studios, Mountain View; Saratoga Recreation
Times: 8:30 - 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
Sessions: A new session starts each week beginning June 15. Last camp begins August 3.
Contact: Katie O'Bryon, Resident Teacher, at kobryon@pytnet.org
Fees: $400 (scholarships available)
Peninsula Youth Theatre Website
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PLAYSCHOOL SUMMER CAMP
Playschool
Summer Camp is all about FUN! Each week we incorporate terrific
literature, alphabet and number activities, messy arts and crafts,
cooking, music, outdoor games and play with lots of fun and enrichment.
Ages: 3-6
Location: Playschool Atherton, Holbrook-Palmer Park
Time/Days: 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Monday through Friday
Sessions: 8 weekly sessions, June 15-August 7
Cost: $185 per week
Contact: Anne-Liza Selga, 325-1623
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STANFORD SOCCER ACADEMY
Stanford
Soccer Academy offers a fantastic Youth Academy for grades K-5.
Other camps and clinics are also available on our website at www.stanfordsoccer.com.
Grades: Kindergarten - 6
Location: Stanford University Soccer Field, Palo Alto
Time: 9 a.m.to noon
Days: Monday through Thursday
Sessions: June 15-19 or July 20-24
Contact: Sheryl Kanzaki, camps@stanfordsoccer.com
Note: This is a wonderful opportunity to expose your child to the game of soccer!
Stanford Soccer Camp Webpage
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CAMP FREMONT
A
week at Camp Fremont is a week of fun and learning! Campers take
horseback riding, swimming, and tennis lessons from accomplished
trainers and coaches! Other fun activities include drama, music,
and arts & crafts led by energetic and experienced counselors.
Ages: 5-10
Location: Fremont Hills Country Club, Los Altos Hills
Time: 8:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; extended care available until 5 p.m.
Days: Monday - Friday
Sessions: Week-long sessions from June 15 - August 14
Contact: Michelle Varghese, camp@fremonthills.com, 948-8261 x304
Camp Fremont Registration Form (Download)
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CHAMPION TENNIS CAMPS
CTC
programs provide an enjoyable way for your child to begin learning the
game of tennis or to continue developing existing skills. Our
approach is to create lots of fun with positive feedback and
reinforcement in a nurturing tennis environment!
Ages: 4-14
Location: Holbrook Palmer Park, Atherton
Days: Monday through Friday
Morning camp: for ages 7 to 14 - 9 a.m. to noon.
Afternoon camp: for ages 4 to 6 - 4:15 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Dates: Beginning July 28
Contact: Alan Margot, atmargot@yahoo.com or 400-0464
Champion Tennis Camps Website
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HOPE MUSICAL THEATRE
This
summer, come explore the world of singing, dancing and acting!!
Everyone will get their chance to shine. In just 2 weeks we will
put on an entire show: We build sets, create costumes, make
props, learn great songs from the Broadway classics, and play wonderful
characters. On the last day of camp there is a full performance for
family and friends.
Grades: 2nd - 6th (7th graders and up are Counselor's in Training - CIT's)
Location: Palo Alto High School (Haymarket Theatre), 50 Embarcadero Rd, Palo Alto
Times: 9 a.m. to noon OR 1 to 4 p.m. you choose morning or afternoon session
Sessions: June 15 - August 21 (every 2 weeks consecutively)
Tuition: $460 EARLY BIRD (before March 1) $485 (after March 1)
Contact: Sarah Hope, Sarah@HopeMusicalTheatre.com or 568-3332
Hope Musical Theatre Website
Hope Musical Theatre Registration Form (Download)
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SPRING DOWN HORSEMANSHIP CAMP 2009
Don't
miss out on our fun filled camps learning about every aspect of
horsemanship including grooming, tacking up your horse, safety around
horses, caring and handling, live demonstrations, vaulting and of
course riding! Our program is grouped according to experience, but no
experience is needed to play. The whole camp is geared around horses
along with games, crafts and friendship. Bring a friend! We have
Beginner and Intermediate level camps available.
Ages: 6 years and older
Location: Spring Down Horsemanship Center, 725 Portola Road, Portola Valley, CA 94028
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (after care available)
Session I: 6/15-6/26
Session II: 7/6-7/17
Session III: 7/20-7/31
Session IV: 8/3-8/14
Session V: 8/17-8/28
*Intermediate level camp 6/15-18, 6/22-25, 8/10-13
Cost: $395 for 4 days
Contact: 851-1114
Spring Down Website
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ISP LANGUAGE IMMERSION SUMMER CAMP 2009
Our
Summer Camp 2009 is proposed either in French, Chinese, Spanish or ESL
at the International School of the Peninsula. Three 2-week sessions are
offered, each with a different theme. Students are grouped according to
both grade level and language proficiency. During each session,
students participate in morning language classes and afternoon
activities (art, sports and games). Field trips and guest speakers are
planned to enrich each themed session. A wonderful opportunity for your
child to discover or improve a second language in an interactive and
dynamic way!
Ages: Nursery through Middle School
Location: International School of the Peninsula, 151 Laura Lane, Palo Alto
Times: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (before care and after care available)
Session I: Fun With Food June 22 -July 3
Session II: Mists of the Rain Forest, July 6 - July 17
Session III: A Splash Adventure, July 20 - July 31
Contact: Béatrice Bergemont, 251-8519 or BeatriceBergemont@istp.org
ISP Language Immersion Camp Website
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 HILLER AVIATION DAY CAMP
Aviation Day Camps are week long adventures for elementary-aged
campers. Three different topics are available, each with engaging
hands-on experiments, exciting flight simulation missions, unique
museum experiences and exciting aviation encounters. Register for
one or more topics today:
- Air & Space
- Flight Science Lab
- Pilot Academy
Grades: 1st through 6th in Fall 2009
Location: Hiller Aviation Museum at San Carlos Airport
Times: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Full Day, 9 a.m. to 12 noon Half Day
Dates: Ten one-week sessions available, June 15-August 21
Contact: 654-0200
Fees: $299 Full Day, $179 Half Day. Additional $15 Rocket Launch Fee applies for Air & Space campers.
Hilller Aviation Camp Website
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STANFORD ARCHERY CAMP
Come
learn how to shoot at Stanford Archery's 2009 Summer Camp! Our camp
provides a fun and exciting opportunity to learn about and enjoy
archery. Camps are taught and supervised by Stanford Archery team
members who are all certified coaches in the National Archery
Association, and we will provide all equipment. Archers of all
experience levels are welcome. Online sign-ups open in early April.
Ages: 7-18
Location: Stanford archery range (intersection of El Camino Real and Serra St.)
Session I: June 15-18, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Session II: June 22-25, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Contact: stanfordarchery@stanford.edu
Fees: $475 per session (subject to change)
Notes: $75 discount for any camper who has attended at least 5 of our JOAD sessions within the last year
Stanford Archery Camp Website
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RIEKES SCULPTURE CAMP AND COMIC BOOK ART CAMP
Sculpture Camp:
Join us as we create beautiful three-dimensional artwork with clay,
plaster, found materials and paper-machet and survey the importance
that sculpture has had in the history of art since pre-historic times.
Comic Book Art Camp: Discover the vast world of sequential art
in the form of comic strips, comic books and graphic arts as we examine
art ranging from hieroglyphs to The Far Side and storyboards of today's
Hollywood blockbusters. We will create a cast of characters, turning a
script into a pictorial scene and completing our own four-page comic
book.
(See Website for additional camps for older kids.)
Ages: 9-13
Location: Menlo Park, CA
Sculpture Camp: July 20-24, 9am - 3pm
Comic Book Art Camp: June 22-26, 9am - 3pm
Price: $595 (either camp), register by May 1st and receive $50 off
Contact: Aidan Young, 298-3419 or aidan@riekes.org
Riekes Summer Camps Website
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CAMP SHORELINE
Surrounded by a wildlife sanctuary, nestled beside a quaint lake, and
led by an amazing staff of counselors, Camp Shoreline will give youths
the ultimate summer experience. The mornings usually
will be spent learning a skill related to one of several sports that
may include kayaking, rowing, canoeing or pedalboating. Campers will
then get the chance to spend time on the water putting to practice
those skills. Afternoons may be spent
playing games, making crafts, taking a sailboat ride, hiking, or
learning about Shoreline Park, birdwatching in its wildlife sanctuary
and exploring its natural history.
Ages: 5-11 years
Location: Shoreline Aquatic Center, 3160 N. Shoreline Blvd., Mountain View, CA 94043
Time: 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Pre- and Post-Care available 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Sessions: Week-long sessions M-F running June 15-Aug 21
Costs: $335/wk
Contact: 965-7474 or boathouse@shorelinelake.com
Shoreline Aquatic Camps Website
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SHORELINE WINDSURFING AND SAILING CAMP
Learn two of the most fulfilling and rewarding lifetime sports for the
total summer experience! Students will be introduced to the
fundamentals of safely maneuvering sail powered craft, rigging and
de-rigging, and water safety while working in a supportive, team
environment with certified instructors. Practice on a land simulator,
rig your own windsurf sail, learn how to right a capsized sailboat.
Ages: 9-15 years
Location: Shoreline Aquatic Center, 3160 N. Shoreline Blvd., Mountain View, CA 94043
Time: 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Pre- and Post-Care available 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Sessions: Week-long sessions M-F running June 15-Aug 21
Costs: $375/wk
Contact: 965-7474 or boathouse@shorelinelake.com
Shoreline Aquatic Camps Website
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ART IN ACTION
Explore
the "Wild World of Animals" from puppies, fish, lizards, to bugs!
Create masterpieces inspired by Matisse, Klee and Gauguin. Projects
include 3-D animals, nature weaving, fish printing, group mural and
more. Design sketchbook and pet portfolio. Bring a snack and get messy
having fun. Art in Action T-shirt provided. There is a
maximum of 15 students per class.
Ages: Entering grades K-4
Location: Burgess Recreation Center (700 Alma Street, Menlo Park, CA 94025)
Sessions: Weekly June 22-July 31, M-F, 9 a.m. to 12 noon
Fee: $125 per child
$40 materials fee due at the first class payable to Art in Action
Contact: betsy@artinaction.org or (650) 566-8339
Note: Online registration begins April 20 at www.menlopark.org
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GLENOAKS STABLES RIDING CAMP
Glenoaks
Stables Riding camp is one of the most exciting and sought after summer
camps in the area. We teach horsebackriding, vaulting, horsemanship and
arts and crafts on high quality school ponies and horses from highly
qualified Instructors. No experience is necesssary.
Ages: minumum age is 6 years
Location: Glenoaks Equestrian Center, 3639 Alpine Road, Portola Valley
Times: 8:30 a.m. -2 p.m. Monday to Friday
Session 1: June 15-19
Session 2:June 22-26
Session 3: July 13-17
Session 4: July 20-24
Session 5: August 10-14
Fees: $575 per week per student
Contact: Glenoaksstables@gmail.com or Rhonda Weiss at 650-444-3289
Note: Camp dates fill up quickly so register early to get the session of your choice.
Glenoaks Stables Riding Camp Website
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CAMP UNIQUE
Camp
Unique is a traditional, coed Day and Resident Camp. Established
in 1976, Camp Unique is accredited by the American Camp Association,
and offers an incredible variety of activities including: swimming,
tennis, horseback riding, archery, arts and crafts, drama, soccer,
basketball, mountain biking, science and discovery, and much more.
Ages: 5-16
Camp Location: Woodside Priory School Campus in Portola Valley
Times: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday, extended days available 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Sessions: Day Camp runs weekly June 22-August 7.
Contact: info@campunique.com or 1-800-260-2267.
Notes:
Multiple week, sibling and Early Bird registration discounts are
available. To register, or for more information (including resident
camp for ages 7-16), please visit our website.
Camp Unique Website
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MENLO PARK TENNIS CAMP
Directed by Jim Heebner.
Enjoy a fun tennis program for boys and girls, ages 5 to 12. Program
will focus on fundamentals, drills, fun games and sportsmanship.
Ages: 7 to 12
Times: 9 a.m. to 12 noon, Monday - Friday.
Sessions: Weekly from July 13 through July 31
Contact: Jim at jimsportsandfun@aol.com or 814-6734
Registration: Look for the Menlo Park Activity Guide in late March or early April.
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KIDSART
We
offer week-long summer workshops which are designed to broaden
perception, abilities & affinity for different media, as well as
spark a desire for learning as a young artist. Workshops include
Clay Sculpture, Animation, Anime/Cartooning, Figure Drawing, &
Palette of Art. NEW 4 to 6 year old Clay and Paper Sculpture
workshop.
Ages: 4 and up
Location: KidsArt Studio, 949 Fremont Ave., Los Altos
Days: Monday through Friday
Times: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. for ages 4 to 6; 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 12 to 3 p.m. for 7 and older
Sessions: Weekly from June 15 until August 14
Contact: 948-4719 or kidsart_losaltos@yahoo.com
KidsArt Website
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