THEATER CAMP
Capital City Productions
Location: Capital City Productions
Dates: July 10-29
Time: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Performance dates: 7 p.m. on July 28; 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on July 29
Age group: Third graders through rising twelfth graders
Fees: $425
Get ready to shine on stage this summer with Disney’s Newsies Jr. The 2012 Broadway musical is based on the 1992 film where newsies unite together from across New York City to rally against unfair prices from a large newspaper publisher. Campers will learn strong acting skills, music direction, choreography, special effect theatre make-up, lighting design, sound and sound effect creation, props creation, costuming, crafts, backstage crew and more. Register online at www.app.arts-people.com.
TRADITIONAL CAMPS
YMCA
Location: TBD
Dates: May 30 - Aug. 11
Time: Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Age group: Kindergarteners through sixth graders
Fees: $115 for YMCA members and $135 for non-members
This traditional-style summer camp offers staple summer activities, like field trips, camp assemblies, swimming, arts and crafts, games, special guests and other engaging events. This summer-long program allows campers to have the fullest summer camp experience. Register online at www.jcymca.org/summer-camp/.
JC Parks
Aqua Adventure Camp
Location: Memorial Park and Memorial Park Family Aquatic Center
Dates: June 5 - Aug. 4
Time: Monday through Friday, 7:15 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Age group: Entering second to fourth grade and entering fifth to seventh grade
Fees: Regular $122; late $132
About: Beat the heat with this refreshing swimming summer camp. This camp includes a variety of water activities such as slide races, water relays, water polo, diving competitions, water safety and more. The two age groups are split into different sessions each week. Campers also have the opportunity to receive morning swimming lessons at Memorial Park Family Aquatic Center paired with the camp. Register online at www.jcparks.com/program/aqua-adventure-camp.
Binder Adventure Camp Level 1
Location: Binder Park Pavilion
Dates: June 5 - Aug. 4
Time: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Age group: Entering third to fifth grade
Fees: Regular $122; late $132
About: If you're a camper seeking outdoor adventure this summer, this camp is for you! Learn valuable outdoor skills and enjoy activities including fishing, fort building, archery, a low ropes course, climbing wall, zipline, hiking, canoeing, lake day and other events. Campers will go to Memorial Park Family Aquatic Center, Washington Park Ice Area, Cooper Park or Community Park during the camp. Register online at jcparks.com/program/binder-adventure-camp-level-1/.
Binder Adventure Camp Level 2
Location: Binder Park Pavilion/Park House
Dates: June 5 - Aug. 4
Time: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Age group: Entering sixth to eighth grade
Fees: Regular $122; late $132
About: For older campers, Binder Adventure Camp Level Two offers advanced outdoor activities. Level two campers will still get to enjoy level one events such as canoeing, archery, fort building, lake day, hiking and a climbing wall along with an aerial adventure course and a high ropes course. Campers will go to Memorial Park Family Aquatic Center, Washington Park Ice Area, Cooper Park or Community Park during the camp. Register online at www.jcparks.com/program/binder-adventure-camp-level-2/.
Camp Frost
Location: Washington Park Ice Arena
Dates: June 5 - July 28
Time: 7:15 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Age group: Entering first to sixth grade and entering second to seventh grade
Fees: Regular $122; late $132
About: Take chill to a whole new level this summer with Camp Frost. This camp provides campers the opportunity to learn the basics of ice skating and safety on the ice. Campers will also go outside and partake in regular camp events outside the arena. Register online at www.jcparks.com/program/camp-frost/.
Camp Out N About
Location: Ellis-Porter Riverside Park Pavilion
Dates: June 5 - Aug. 4
Time: Monday through Friday, 7:15 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Age group: Entering first to seventh grade
Fees: Regular $120; late $130
About: Looking to have fun this summer and just be a kid? Camp Out N About is a recreational games and sports summer camp that welcomes campers of all athletic abilities and is not a skills-based camp. Once a week the camp will take a field trip out into the community. Register online at www.jcparks.com/program/camp-out-n-about/.
Camp Wokka Wokka
Location: McClung Park
Dates: June 5 - Aug. 4
Time: Monday through Friday, 7:15 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Age group: Entering kindergarten to second grade
Fees: Regular $120; late $130
About: With weekly themes such as Dragon Tales, Lego Star Wars and Paw Patrol, campers have the chance to dive into arts and crafts, cookouts, hikes, nature studies, physical activities and field trips. Each week campers will go on a field trip to locations like Ellis-Porter Riverside Pool, Washington Park Ice Arena, Cooper Park and Community Park. Register online at www.jcparks.com/program/camp-wokka-wokka/.
Camp Unite
Location: McClung Park and The Linc
Dates: Aug. 7-11
Time: Monday through Friday, 7:15 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Age group: Entering kindergarten to second grade; entering third to sixth grade
Fees: Early bird $120; regular $130
About: This camp includes games, crafts, a field trip and activities based on the animated cartoon, Justice League. Join superheroes like Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern and others in this action-packed camp. Register online at www.jcparks.com/program/jurassic-adventures/.
Little Picassos Day Camp
Location: Green Berry Acres Park
Dates: July 5-7; Aug. 7-11
Time: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Age group: Entering fourth to seventh grade
Fees: July session regular $90; late $100/ Aug session regular $150; late $160
About: This camp taps into a camper’s artistic visions with activities including painting, drawing, cartooning, clay and other artistic mediums. All sessions are taught by local professional artists and art teachers. Register online at www.jcparks.com/program/littlepicassos/.
SPORTS CAMPS
Nike Basketball Camp
Location: Capital City High School
Dates: May 30 - June 2
Time: Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Age group: 8-15 years old
Fees: $275
About: Ready to sharpen, enhance and refine your basketball skills? This all-encompassing camp is held by professional basketball player Lance Harris and helps players of all abilities to strengthen their skills at the post, wing or guard position. This four-day co-ed camp will focus on skill development, team play and new techniques and drills. Register online at www.ussportscamps.com/basketball/nike/nike-basketball-camp-jefferson-city.
Capitol Kids
Cheer 101
Location: Capitol Kids
Dates: Sessions June to Aug
Time: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Age group: 6-18 years old
Fees: Three-day camps are $100; five-day camps are $155
About: This cheer camp will encompass various aspects of cheer from stunts, dance, jumps, tumbling, and cheer chants. During camp, cheerleaders will put a routine together and will perform it on the final day. Register online at www.moprotraininggrounds.com/.
MoPro Training Grounds
Ninja Warrior Camp
Location: Capitol Kids
Dates: Sessions May to Aug
Time: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Age group: 6-18 years old
Fees: Three-day camps are $100; five-day camps are $155
About: Campers will have the chance to do obstacles seen on the show “American Ninja Warrior” and work on balance, agility, grip strength and obstacle technique. Campers will do challenges and compete on a full ninja warrior course. Register online at www.moprotraininggrounds.com/.
STEM/SCIENCE/TECHNOLOGY
JC Parks
Camp Green Berry
Location: Green Berry Acres Park
Dates: June 5 - Aug. 4
Time: Monday through Friday, 7:15 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Age group: Entering first to fourth grade
Fees: Regular $120; late $130
About: This new summer camp dives into STEM curriculum and immerses campers in a nature education program. Campers will have the chance to learn about conservation and nature ethics while creating natural crafts and engaging in nature activities with a new adventure theme each week. Register online at www.jcparks.com/program/camp-green-berry/.
Lab Space Robotics
STEM Camp
Location: Lab Space Robotics
Dates: June 12-15; July 10-14
Time: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 1-4 p.m.
Age group: Third to fifth grade
Fees: $150
About: Explore the world of STEM by building and programming robots, 3D design and printing, math art and other engineering projects. Campers even have the opportunity to try coding in Scratch, a programming language for kids developed at MIT. All supplies are provided and campers can take home projects. Register online at labspacerobotics.com/events/stem-camp-grades-3-5/.
STEM Camp
Location: Lab Space Robotics
Dates: June 12-16
Time: 1-4 p.m.
Age group: fifth to seventh grade
Fees: $150
About: Learn to build and program robots in this creative STEM camp. Campers have the chance to design robots to complete challenges, work with TinkerCAD to enhance 3D design skills and explore engineering concepts and building projects that campers can take home. All supplies are provided. Register online at labspacerobotics.com/events/stem-camp-grades-5-7/.
FAITH-BASED CAMPS
Diocese of Jefferson City
Camp Lolek
Location: Osage Branch Retreat Center
Dates: Junior high boys- Session 1: May 29 - June 2; Session 3: June 11-13
Junior high girls- Session 2: June 5- 9; Session 4: June 15-17
Age group: incoming sixth to eighth graders
Fees: $150 for the three-day camp; $200 for the five-day camp
About: This sleep-away faith-based summer camp is for junior high students looking to immerse themselves in the Joy of Christ, faith and community. There are four different session options for a shorter or longer camp experience. Register online at diojeffcity.org/camp-lolek/.
Camp Maccabee
Location: TBD
Dates: June 19-24
Age group: Freshmen to senior high school men
Fees: $250
About: This sleepaway faith-based camp is for high school men looking to become strong leaders, cultivate friendships and grow through their faith. Campers will have the opportunity to practice their faith, experience brotherhood, gain leadership skills and build team-building skills. Register online at diojeffcity.org/youth-ministry/camp-maccabee/.
Camp Siena
Location: Osage Branch Retreat Center
Dates: June 25-30
Age group: Freshman to senior high school girls
Fees: $250
About: This sleepaway faith-based camp is for high school women looking to deepen their relationship with God and others. Camp activities include water events, horseback riding and arts and crafts. Register online at diojeffcity.org/youth-ministry/camp-siena/.