Metroplex
Baby & Kids'
2010 DALLAS-FT. WORTH
HOME & AWAY SUMMER CAMP GUIDE
From outdoor fun, to Spanish immersion,
swimming, art, science/robotics, sports,
acting and
more,
here is a diverse list of summer camps
throughout Dallas-Fort Worth that are
sure to make your kids' summer fun!
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Sponsored by our favorite DFW and surrounding areas half, full &
extended day and overnight camps:
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A Therapy Connection Summer Sessions
A Therapy Connection has several summer camps to fit your busy schedule!
Sessions are 3-4 weeks long and meet 1-2 times per week. Whether your child is
learning her first few words, or learning to
communicate more effectively, A Therapy
Connection has a language group for you! Picky
Eaters will love learning about new foods to
make mealtimes easier! We even have handwriting
and fine motor camps for children 4 through
school age. Stop by our website for more
information.
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Where: |
Richardson - 1112 N. Floyd Rd. #9 (75080) |
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When: |
Sessions are 3-4 weeks long and meet 1-2x per week for 1 hour and 15 mins |
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Part day |
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Info: |
972-470-5855,
http://www.atherapyconnection.com |
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Abrakadoodle Art Education Summer Camps
During each of our camps, students learn about artists and techniques, complete projects inspired by their learning, and speak about their work. In addition to the art projects, campers will play games and hear stories related to the day's projects.
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Where & When: |
Abrakadoodle provides art education camps throughout the summer throughout the Dallas Area. Please visit
www.abrakadoodle.com/TX02.html and click on the 'Schedule' tab to find a camp and location near you.) |
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Day camp; each session lasts 15 hours |
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Info: |
214-387-6969,
http://www.abrakadoodle.com/TX02.html |
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Adventure
Day Camps
In our 7th season on Lake Grapevine, Adventure Day Camps offers campers ages 4-13 the opportunity to Go Outside and Play! Activities include archery, target shooting, kayaking, fishing, swimming, disc golf, nature walks, craft projects, teambuilding, outdoor games, and more! Extended hours, multiple-week discounts, and partial scholarships available.
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Where: |
Grapevine - Meadowmere Park @ Lake Grapevine
(76051) |
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When: |
June 1st - August 20st |
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Full & Extended Day |
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Cost: |
$225/wk |
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Info: |
972-741-9169,
http://www.adventuredaycamps.com |
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Amphibian Young Actor's Workshop
Amphibian Stage Productions presents its 2010 Young Actor's Workshop, featuring visiting NYC teaching artist John Patrick Matthews. This one week intensive workshop will explore On-Camera Acting Technique and Commercial Camera Technique, culminating in a public presentation of the work at the end of the week. Students will also receive a DVD demo reel after the workshop that contains a showcase of their work.
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Where: |
Fort Worth -
Garber Hall,
Fort Worth
Community Arts Center |
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When: |
August 9-13, 2010 (1 week) |
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Type: |
Day |
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Info: |
817-923-3012,
info@amphibianproductions.org,
http://www.amphibianproductions.org/education-outreach.htm |
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Amon Carter
Museum
This free family program introduces young children to works of art through engaging children’s stories and related art activities. Each week features a different theme, and refreshments are provided.
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Where: |
Fort Worth -
Amon Carter Museum |
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Every Wednesday June 9 - July 28 at 10:30 am |
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1-hour |
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Cost: |
Free |
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Info: |
817-989-5030,
http://www.cartermuseum.org |
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CampAsia at the Crow Collection of Asian Art
Discover the arts of Asia this summer at the Crow Collection. Dance with dragons, make candy sushi, or learn the art of yoga! Join museum staff and special guest instructors for exciting week long camps in the galleries or register to spend the night in the Museum!
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Where: |
Dallas -
The Crow Collection |
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Week-long camp options and overnight event; please check website |
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Day and overnight available |
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Cost: |
$300/members; $350/non-members |
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Info: |
214-979-6435, education@crowcollection.org,
http://www.crowcollection.org/camp_asia.aspx |
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Camp Langston
Camp Langston is a traditional overnight summer camp for boys & girls ages 6-16. Family owned & operated since 1951. Camp Langston is located just a hour and a half East of Dallas.
Its activities include equestrian, archery,
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Where: |
Mount Pleasant, TX |
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When: |
June 20 - July 31 |
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Overnight |
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Cost: |
$550/week |
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Info: |
903-572-5935, info@camplangston.net,
http://www.camplangston.net |
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Canterbury's Super Summer Camps
Canterbury's Super Summer Camps offer an opportunity for campers to experience a summer of fun and learning in a creative and supportive educational environment. Sports camps are lead by State Championship Coaches and include basketball and volleyball. Artistic Camps are lead by local artist and Canterbury Yearbook Sponsor, Eddie Medina, and include Cartooning, Mosaics, and Internet Radio Podcast. The Canterbury Episcopal School is a co-ed, K-12 college-prep school located on 37 beautiful acres, just minutes from downtown Dallas. A parent of a 2009 participant recently stated,
"My daughter has participated in sports camps all over the metroplex, and the Canterbury Basketball Camp was, by far the very best experience. We will definitely return each year!" Come see what makes Super Summer Camps at Canterbury so special!
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Where: |
DeSoto - The Canterbury Episcopal School, 1708 N. Westmoreland Road, DeSoto, Texas 75115 |
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When: |
Week-long sessions, June 7th - July 22nd |
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Type: |
Day |
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Specialty: |
Sports, Art, Internet Podcast |
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Cost: |
$100-$150/week |
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Info: |
Eddie Medina
972-572-7200x101,
medinae@thecanterburyschool.org,
http://www.thecanterburyschool.org |
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Colonial Equestrian Center
Year -Round English horseback riding lessons and summer camps in June.
Camp activities include daily riding lessons, grooming, theory related to horse and stable care, mounted and unmounted games, crafts, and swimming. |
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Where: |
2213 County Road 447, Princeton, Texas 75407. Beautiful 21- acre facility in the "country"- 8 miles East of Allen/ McKinney by Lake Lavon. |
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When: |
Weekly Sessions June 7- July 2 (M-F) |
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Day |
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Info: |
972-734-2087,
http://www.colonialequestrian.comt |
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Country Day
School of Arlington
A fantastic summer camp experience awaits
children who are 16 months of age through 1st
grade. The 2010 camp will have a strong focus on
science utilizing the GEMS (Great Explorations
Math and Science) curriculum. Join us for good ol' summertime fun.
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Where: |
Arlington -
Country Day School of Arlington |
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When: |
June 7- August 6th - 9 Weeks
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Type: |
Part, full and extended day |
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Info: |
817-275-0851,
http://www.cdsa.org |
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Creme de la Creme
The word “Camp” inspires images of fun, summer, friends and adventures. Summer camp at Creme includes activities that speak to fun, adventure, learning, exciting events, guest speakers and fieldtrips. Our remarkable campus features a gymnasium, a dance room, a water park, a soccer field, a tennis court and a basketball court.
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Where: |
Plano, Colleyville, Allen, Coppell & Frisco |
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When: |
June-August |
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Type: |
Part, full and extended day |
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Info: |
972-464-4242,
http://www.cremedelacreme.com |
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Dancing Feet
With our 4 hour daily summer camp, your child will develop coordination, poise, rhythm and excellent listening skills. We will teach fun choreographies followed by an informal recital for friends and family at the end of our amazing dancing camp.
Classes offered to 3-12 years old:
Tumbling and Twirling, Jazz and Ballet, Flamenco, Tap and Creative movements.
Snacks, story time and summer dance themed crafts are included. Hot super value - sign up now for $350 2 weeks/ $600 month.
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Where: |
Dallas -
United Dance
Academy; 6333 E. Mockingbird Ln #270; NW corner Mockingbird Ln/Abrams St; Above Boston Market |
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When: |
June 7th-July 30th |
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Type: |
Part day (Mon-Fri 9am-1pm) |
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Info: |
214-515-0195,
unitedanceacademy@gmail.com,
http://www.unitedanceacademy.com/ |
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Eagle Gymnastics Academy Summer Camps
Four day camps filled with structured gymnastics, games and various activities. Camps start at age 3 and older. No experience necessary, bring a friend!
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Where: |
Frisco - 7164 Technology Drive, 75034 |
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When: |
Weekly starting June 14 - August 12; except first week of July and August |
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Type: |
Part day; ranges from 2 hours to 3 hours long |
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Info: |
972-712-4644,
ginger@eaglegymnastics.com,
http://www.eaglegymnastics.com |
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Emler Swim School Summer 2010
Formal Waterbaby swim lessons are offered to babies who are six months to two years old. Our Aquatot program is designed for all three year olds. The Beginner program is for non-swimmers ages four years old and up. The Swimmer’s program is for high level students who are mastering the four competitive strokes. In all there are 17 different levels of swim lessons at Emler. Teaching swimming is the only thing we do…and we’re the BEST in town.
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Where: |
Dallas: 11909 Preston Rd. 75230
Frisco: 7151 Preston Rd. 750344
Plano: 4621 West Park Blvd 75093
Southlake: 280 Commerce St 76092 |
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When: |
Once per Day for 2 weeks (6/7, 6/21, 7/5, 7/19, 8/2)
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Type: |
Part day |
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Info: |
972-599-SWIM (7946),
http://www.iswimemler.com |
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Explore Summer at the Episcopal School of Dallas
Episcopal School of Dallas wants to help make your summer fun and exciting! We offer camps for aspiring wizards, cheerleaders, athletes, wilderness/adventure seekers, fashion designers, artists, Lego-fanatics, yoga-enthusiasts, and more. We also offer academic focused camps for those who would like to improve their keyboarding, fine motor or study skills, reading comprehension or math scores, learn Chinese, Spanish, and French, or learn how to write a better essay. You can learn to rebuild a computer, prepare for the SAT/ACT, get certified for CPR or perfect your skills in your favorite sport. |
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Where: |
Dallas -
Episcopal School of Dallas |
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When: |
Weekly starting June 7 |
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Part, full and extended day |
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Info: |
214-353-5854,
schneiderm@esdallas.org,
http://www.esdallas.org/ |
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Fieldhouse USA (Frisco Indoor Sports Center)
Fieldhouse USA offers All Day Sports Camp, Basketball Camps, Football Camps, Soccer Camps, Cheerleading Camps and Volleyball Camps.
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Where: |
Frisco - 6155 Sports Village Rd. Frisco TX 75034 (next to Pizza Hut Park) |
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When: |
Weekly June-Aug |
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Day |
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Info: |
972-668-6207,
news@fieldhouseusa.com,
http://www.FieldhouseUSA.com |
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Infant Swimming Resource - My Baby Can Swim
Every lesson for every child is individualized - one on one with the instructor.
Tammy typically teaches children ages 6 months to about 6 years old. However,
she has trained older children the sequence as
well. The parent or caretaker watches poolside.
Sessions include: Survival Float (ages 6-13 months)
and Swim-Float-Swim (ages 14 months to 6 years
old+). |
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Where: |
Serving various locations in Tarrant and Collin counties. Trainings are being held in The Colony, Grand Prairie, Arlington, Grapevine and Fort Worth. Check out the website for more program information, lesson locations and pricing. |
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Monday-Friday; 4-6wks |
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Day camp |
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Info: |
214-864-2430, tammy@mybabycanswim.com.
http://www.mybabycanswim.com |
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Kiddie Krafts
Kiddie Krafts is a fun camp offering for many activities for all ages. Children are divided into different age groups (12m-18m, 2 yrs, 3 yrs, 4 yrs, and 5-7 yrs). Children will have water play, cooking, music, storytime, PE, gymnastics, soccer, basketball, beading, art, and so much more.
Children 3 and up have the option for a late night as well.
You may pick one day or many days. The cost does go down the more days you pick and the weeks. We do offer financial aid as well as sibling discounts. Prices go up after July 20, 2010!
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Where: |
Dallas - at the corner of Hillcrest and Royal |
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When: |
August 2-19, 2010 |
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Day |
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Info: |
214-502-7353, kiddiekrafts123@gmail.com.
http://kiddiekrafts.webs.com |
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Camp KidsPark
KidsPark offers fun, summertime activities for all ages in our safe, indoor play space. No sunscreen necessary, No bug spray needed. And best of all, no reservations necessary!
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Where: |
Arlington -
KidsPark |
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Daily; stay for a few hours, all day or all week |
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Part and Full Day camp |
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Info: |
817-236-1253, arlingtontx@kidspark.com.
http://www.kidspark.com |
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J's Art Studio Summer Camps
A fun and creative way to spend the summer! Clay, painting, drawing and sculpture in every camp! Different themes every week like: Toys in the Attic, Magic Carpet Ride, Rock Star Fashions and Green Creations! The website has a complete list. Mornings, Afternoons or all day for kids ages 5 - 13. Teen and adult classes also available! |
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Where: |
Dallas -
J's Art Studio |
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M-F, 9am-12pm and 1-4pm |
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Day camp |
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Info: |
972-931-1933, jsartstudio@sbcglobal.net.
http://www.jsartstudio.com |
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Naturally Fun Summer Day Camp
Full Day Summer Theme Camps, Sports Camps, X-treme Teen Camps, Adventure Camp, Forestry and Wildlife Camp, Lake Camp and mini camps. |
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Arlington - see below locations
Summer Day Camps and Extreme Teen Camps are offered at the following locations:
Cliff Nelson Recreation Center
4600 W Bardin Rd, 76017
817-561-2819
Dottie Lynn Recreation Center
3200 Norwood Lane, 76013
817-277-5001
Hugh Smith Recreation Center
1815 New York Ave., 76010
817-275-1531
Full Day Sports Camps at:
Elzie Odom Recreation Center
1601 NE Green Oaks, 76006
817-459-6434 |
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Daily - may enroll for anywhere from one week to the entire summer |
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Day camp |
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Info: |
http://www.naturallyfun.org |
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Summer at the Science Center
Summer Classes at River Legacy engage, entertain and educate students in lessons on wildlife, ecology, environment, and science! Explore the exciting world of eggs; investigate the toads, turtles, snakes and frogs that call River Legacy Parks home; or unravel the mysteries of slime and more during weekly sessions at River Legacy Living Science Center.
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Where: |
Arlington -
River
Legacy Living Science Center |
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When: |
Monday-Friday; 4-6wks |
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3 hours in the morning or afternoon |
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Info: |
817-860-6752,
http://www.riverlegacy.org |
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ROBOTS-4-U Summer Camp
The Student of today and Practitioner of tomorrow must be a creative thinker and planner, willing to exercise good judgment to solve problems spanning many aspects of technology. With the technological environment we live in today and its increasing importance in the future, with Computers, Robots, Voice control systems, iPODs, Optical networks and a spectrum of other technologies, it is imperative that we give a student the edge they need to influence their environment.
The Robots-4-U Summer Camp for Girls and Boys, sessions are a week long (5 days, 4 days July 4th week) and provide a safe and fun learning environment for youth interested in both Robots and Computers. With a great hand’s on approach, each student will be given access to a robotics kit and computers during each camp session.
Themes include: Sports, Racing, Rescue, Art, Creative Designs, Bugs and Animals as Robots Build, Designed and Programmed by the campers.
Every participant builds their own robot from a robotics Kit that is age and level appropriate, that they use for the week, and return on the last day of camp. Campers share a pool of computers, which are used to program the Robots.
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Where: |
Plano - Plano Convention Center
Frisco - Frisco Convention Center
McKinney - Best Western McKinney
Garland - Special Events Center
Dallas - Dallas Hilton Park Cities
Lewisville - Courtyard Lewisville
Grapevine - Grapevine Convention Center
Fort Worth - Fossil Creek Residence Inn
Irving - Best Western Irving
Arlington - Sheraton |
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Monday-Friday
week-long
programs |
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Full day (9-3) |
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Info: |
972-782-2503,
http://www.ROBOTS-4-U.com |
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Dance Camp
Dance & Fitness Classes offered in Creative Movement, Ballet/ Tap combo for little ones, Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip hop, Contemporary, Modern, and Musical Theatre. Beginner to Advanced levels.
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Where: |
Dallas -
School
of Contemporary Ballet Dallas |
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When: |
June 7-August 13, 2010 |
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Type: |
Day |
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Info: |
214-821-2066,
http://www.schoolofcbd.com |
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Sea Camp & Sea Campus Kids
Marine Biology, Marine Fisheries, Marine Science, Marine Engineering...and much more. Learn about the ocean through hands-on activities and non-stop adventure! For campers ages 6-11 for day camps; 10-18 for overnight.
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Where: |
Galveston, TX |
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When: |
Multiple sessions, each 1 week long |
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Day and overnight camp |
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Info: |
409-740-4525, seacamp@tamug.edu,
http://www.tamug.edu/seacamp |
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Southlake Gymnastics Academy
We will hold 2 sessions of camp per day 8:30-12:30 & 1:00-5:00. Children con come to one session or stay all day. Children will spend the day having open play time, running through obstacle courses, playing organized games, jumping on the in-ground trampolines, swing on ropes into the huge foam pits and climbing Mt Southlake! Children will also go to Jump!Zone to jump on the huge themed inflatables and Kids Tag Fitness to play games like dodge ball & awesome ball. The cost is $30 per session, $50 all day and we do offer a $5 sibling discount.
Children must be potty-trained. |
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Where: |
280Sports Complex
280 Commerce St
Southlake, TX
76092 |
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When: |
June 14th- August 20th |
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Day |
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Info: |
817-898-0442, info@southlakegymnastics.com,
http://www.southlakegymnastics.com |
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Spanish Schoolhouse Immersion Camps
Give your child a fun and interactive cultural experience without leaving town! Our two-week camps will immerse your 3-10 year old child in the Spanish language and culture. Camps include crafts, games, music and fun...all in the Spanish language, of course!
Each camp is based on a theme for the two week session, so your child can attend all the camps and get a different experience at each.
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Where: |
Allen, Arlington, Carrollton (Castle Hills), Coppell, Flower Mound, Frisco, McKinney, North Dallas, NW Austin, Rowlett, Southlake, The Woodlands
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When: |
Multiple sessions, each 2 weeks long |
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Day camp |
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Info: |
972-742-5579,
info@spanishschoolhouse.com,
http://www.spanishschoolhouse.com |
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Summer at St. John's
St. John's offers a variety of one-week day camps for pre-k through eighth grade children. From sports to music to arts and crafts and excursion trips, St. John's camps entertain, capture the imagination and promote creative learning.
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Where: |
Dallas - St. John's Episcopal School
(Driving Directions) |
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When: |
Week-long
sessions June
7-July 16.
Mornings: 9-12; Afternoons: 1-4; Full-days: 9-4; Before- and after-care available from 7:30–9am and 4–6pm |
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Part, full and extended day |
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Info: |
214-328-9131,
http://www.stjohnsschool.org/summer |
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Summer Enrichment Camp
The Summer Enrichment Camp offered by the Dallas International School Language Institute is a 6-week camp that aims at enriching children's life with the diversity of programs it offers.
Our camp is an opportunity for the campers to explore not only different skills, but also different countries, cultures, and ideas while making new friends.
It is open to three age segments:
- Children: 3 to 10 years old. These are further placed in age-groups.
- Teens: 11-17 years old
- Adults: placed in language workshops by level of fluency
The activities offered include:
- Language workshops: half-day or full day of French, Spanish, Chinese or ESL
- Karate Camp: a half-day camp for 7-12 year-olds
- Creative Arts: half-day (ceramics, painting, eco-art)
- Spanish Drama: half-day (for intermediate and advanced Spanish speakers)
- Creative Writing: half-day (in English)
- Mad Science: half-day or full day
- Yoga a for all younger campers
Our campers may combine any two of these activities if they want to enroll full day.
A complimentary lunch is served to all children and teenage campers enrolled full day.
Parents can share their child's experience by enrolling in the intensive language workshops in French, Spanish or Chinese.
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Where: |
Dallas -
Dallas
International School |
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When: |
6 week-long
sessions |
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Type: |
Part & full |
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Info: |
972-991-6379,
languages@dallasinternationalschool.org,
http://www.dallasinternationalschool.org/camps |
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