Atlanta Parent's Camp Guide 2022

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Day Camps Overnight Camps Summer Programs

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SUMMER FUN, LIFETIME MEMORIES, ETERNAL VALUES

Located in the mountains of Southeast Tennessee, Camp Ocoee has been providing children with wilderness adventures since 1923. One-week sessions for boys and girls ages 7-16 with a 4:1 camper to staff ratio.

Strong Christian environment. Activities include canoeing, kayaking, archery, sling shot range, V-Swing, Zip Line, horseback riding, whitewater rafting, kayaking, climbing, mountain biking, camp-outs and many more.

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111 YMCA Drive • Ocoee, TN 37361 • (423)338.5588

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She’s a force of nature.

Get her outside!

Archery

Horseback Riding

Arts

STEM

High Adventure

Water Sports

3 beautiful locations in metro Atlanta Camp Meriwether

Camp Timber Ridge

Camp Misty Mountain

Meriwether County

Cobb County

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Camp for girls ages 5 – 18 Day and Sleepaway Sessions available.

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It’s Time for Camp There are camps to meet every interest, price range and schedule. Knowing your options, as well as your child’s personality, will help you identify the best programs for your child. The following information will help you as you start your search. n Overnight Camp: Most offer a variety

of programs for children starting at age 7. Overnight camp options include co-ed, single sex and specialty camps that focus on a particular program and have varying overnight accommodations, such as cabins, tents and tepees. n Day Camp: Similar to overnight camps,

these camps take younger children, starting at age 4, and everyone returns home at the end of the day. n Specialty Camps and Programs:

Campers can embark on adventures as varied as learning how to ride a horse, water ski or dance. If your child has a special interest, there likely is a camp that specializes in it.

n Special Needs Campers: A physical,

medical or mental disability is not a roadblock to a camp experience. Each year more than 1 million children with special needs benefit from summer camp. Some camps specialize in serving certain groups while other camps integrate campers with special needs into the total camp population.

What to Know at a Glance For both day and overnight camps, be sure to: n Sign up early. Many camps hope to return to their full enrollment, but due to safety concerns, some camps may still have limited occupancy this summer. n Ask about cancelation and refund policies. They may be more flexible this year.

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n Session Lengths Vary: Children

may stay at camp for a few days, a few weeks or the entire summer. At camp, there’s a session length for every child, budget and schedule.

n Cost: Camp pricing varies and depends

upon the type of camp, the facilities, the programming and the camper’s needs. Some camps and organizations offer financial assistance based on need.

n Find out the protocol for COVID-19 testing or vaccinations. n Learn the policies on safety measures. Determine if masks will be required and how social distancing will be handled. n Be flexible. As the virus evolves, guidelines may change. Check the camp’s website often, pay attention to emails, and look at the CDC’s website for the most up-to-date information.

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STEP UP YOUR GAME Located at the beautiful Sea Pines Resort on Hilton Head Island, S.C.

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Looking for the ultimate summer camp experience?

Located just 20 miles east of Atlanta, Camp Westminster has been promoting the Gospel of Jesus Christ by providing an exceptional summer camp experience since 1955. Say “yes” to the summer of a lifetime and register today!

Want to check it out?

Visit our open house on Saturday, March 12th from 10AM to 2PM!

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INTERCONNECTED Interlochen

An experience at Interlochen won’t just make you a better artist—it will transform the course of your future.

SUMMER ARTS CAMP INTERLOCHEN ONLINE • Programs for every young artist grades 2-12 • Scholarships available • New online arts programs

CREATIVE WRITING DANCE FILM & NEW MEDIA INTERDISCIPLINARY ARTS MUSIC THEATRE

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A SUMMER ADVENTURE THAT LAST AN ETERNITY

K5-10TH

Overnight Camps Start your search for the perfect summer camp adventure with these overnight camps.

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Camp Woodmont High ropes, horseback, sports, dance, crafts, archery and more in a close, family-like atmosphere. Located atop Lookout Mountain in Cloudland, Ga. Co-ed; one- and twoweek sessions for ages 6-14. 423-472-6070. campwoodmont.com Forman School A four-week, co-ed boarding and day summer program for rising 7th-11th graders who would benefit from an individualized approach to learning. Students discover their learning styles, self-advocacy, research-proven strategies and executive function skills. formanschool.org/summer

Camp Thunderbird - YMCA

Asbury Hills Camp Form new friendships, participate in ageappropriate activities like archery, crafts and canoeing, and deepen faith with powerful worship led by a worship team. Co-ed, ages 7-17. Cleveland, S.C. 864-836-3711. asburyhills.org

Camp Rockmont Boys, ages 6-17. One, two, three, and fourweek sessions. What makes Rockmont different is age progressive programming. As your son grows, so will his camp experience!

ACA accredited. Black Mountain, N.C. 828-686-3885. rockmont.com

Camp Cedar Cliff Located at Billy Graham Training Center in Asheville, NC. Activities like archery, swimming, zip line, ropes courses, whitewater rafting, Bible studies and more! One, two-, and half--week sessions for rising 2nd-10th graders. Co-Ed. campcedarcliff.org

Camp Westminster Christian camp and retreat center 20 miles east of Atlanta. Co-ed, ages 6-16; one- and two-week sessions. Wake boarding, horseback riding, climbing tower, paintball, sports, crafts, outdoor skills and more. Conyers, Ga. 770-483-2225. campwestminster.org

Spend Summer 2022 at Asbury Hills offers weeklong sessions sure to please any camper!

From high ropes activities to aquatic adventures, all rising 2nd graders-seniors in high school will have a blast!

Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta – All Girl Overnight Camps Get in touch with your artistic side, zipline through the air, explore the trails on horseback and have an adventure in the great outdoors.

Girls, ages 5-17. Cobb, Meriwether and Floyd Counties, Ga. 800-771-1139. girlscoutsummer.com Interlochen Arts Camp World-renowned summer programs encourage young artists to explore and refine their artistic passions. Music, theater, dance, creative writing, visual arts and film, plus fun camp activities.

Ages 8-18. Interlochen, Mich. interlochen.org Smith Stearns Tennis Academy Intense tennis training with world-class coaches, building a strong foundation of skills that improve students’ competitive edge for high school, tournament play or college preparation. Ages 8 and older. Hilton Head, S.C. smithstearns.com

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Summer Academy at UGA Specialty camps for all students ages 11-17.

Topics include the arts, STEM and College Prep (for rising high school juniors and seniors). Day and overnight options available.

Athens, Ga. 706-542-3537. ugasummer.com

Camp Rockmont for Boys

Summer Camp at SOAR Outdoor Adventures for ages 8-25 with ADHD/ LD. Campers develop self-confidence, social skills and life skills while making friends and having the freedom to be themselves.

Waynesville, N.C. 828-456-3435. soarnc.org

Imagine a Home Away from Home where your child feels secure, welcome and re-assured.

Valley View Ranch Equestrian Camp Horse lovers’ paradise in Cloudland, Ga., for girls ages 8-17. Learn English, Western, Barrels and Trails. Spend up to 6 hours daily riding and caring for your OWN camp horse.

706-862-2231. valleyviewranch.com WinShape Camps The place for fun, faith and over-the-top intentionality. Created by the founder of Chickfil-A, WinShape turns summers into meaningful experiences for campers and families.

50% off for first-time overnight campers! winshapecamps.org

Just 2&1/2 hours from Atlanta.

ACA accredited Overnight camp for boys & girls 6 to 14.

Activities include archery, climbing, horseback riding, crafts, games, sports & more!

One & two week sessions available.

Summer of Adventure.

Lifetime of Friendship. rockmont.com

OPEN HOUSE Sunday, May 15th from 2–5 p.m.

Camp Woodmont 381 Moonlight Drive on Lookout Mountain Cloudland, GA 30731

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Woodberry Forest Summer Camps With 1,200 acres of adventure, boys ages 5-16 have fun and grow as young men. Choose from sports, academic, father-son weekends and Compass. Woodberry Forest, Va. 540-672-3900. woodberry.org/camps YMCA – Camp Ocoee Summer Fun, Lifetime Memories, Eternal Values. Located in the mountains of Southeast Tennessee, Camp Ocoee has been providing children with adventures since 1923. One-week sessions for boys and girls ages 7-16. 423-3385588. ymcacampocoee.org YMCA – Camp Thunderbird Paddlesports, sailing, water skiing, swimming, fishing, archery, athletic conditioning, cheerleading, dance, digital media, lacrosse, tennis and more. One-, two-, and four-week sessions for ages 7-16. ACA accredited. Lake Wylie, S.C. 704-716-4100. campthunderbird.org

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College? Careers? They’ll be here for your kids before you know it.

Summer Academy at UGA offers specialty camps to support your teen or pre-teen’s passions and boost their skills.

Recognized nationally as a strong career and college builder Camps offered in over 30 fun interest areas Established in 2001, Summer Academy has been providing summer fun for over two decades This summer is the time to start making your student’s career and college dreams a reality.

YOUR STUDENT’S COLLEGE JOURNEY

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SPORTS Camps Baseball Basketball Cheerleading Diving Football Fun Camp

Lacrosse Soccer Tennis Volleyball Wrestling

OTHER Camps

Ceramics Music Technology & Production Personal Essay Start-up SAT/ACT Boot Camp Science Sports Medicine

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Summer STEAM Academy June 2022 Hosted at Kennesaw State University College of Architecture & Construction Management Rising 8th to 12th grade students will conceive, develop and present a creative solution to a real-world design problem in a five-day workshop.

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Success with dyslexia starts here! Your student will: • Reinforce reading, writing, and math skills using the Orton-Gillingham Approach and Woodin Math Approach • Enjoy enrichment activities in arts, crafts, music, and STEM • Make long-lasting memories and new friends for life 300 Grimes Bridge Road Roswell, GA 30075 www.theswiftschool.org/programs

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Day Camps The information provided by our advertisers in our Day Camp Guide will help you choose just the right camp to make this the best summer ever.

Brandon Hall Summer Programs Spend your summer at Brandon Hall!

Learn Spanish in Full Immersion camp, build rockets and robots in STEAM Camp, hang out with the on-campus chickens in Sustainability Camp, and more. brandonhall.org/summer Camp Flashback Summer fun and learning at historic Donaldson-Bannister Farm. Arts and crafts, woodworking, candle making and more; feed the farm animals and make handcranked ice cream. Ages 7-12, June 13July 22. campflashback.org Camp Invention High energy, hands-on STEM programs for grades K-6 designed to inspire confidence and persistence and build STEM skills. Collaborative, creative problem-solving activities offer hands-on fun and excitement! Multiple locations. invent.org/local

Camp Kingfisher at Chattahoochee Nature Center Alliance Theatre Drama Camp Take center stage. Creative, acting and drama camps for children ages 4-12th grade.

Available at 5 convenient Atlanta locations. alliancetheatre.org/camps Alpharetta Recreation, Parks & Cultural Services Camp adventures include full- and half-day specialty camps to fit your family’s needs!

One-week or multi-day sessions offered for tots, youth, or teens. Dates and times vary. alpharetta.ga.us/recreation Arthur M. Blank Center for Stuttering Education & Research “Camp Dream. Speak. Live.” is an exciting week where campers who stutter increase communication effectiveness, self-confidence and leadership skills while having fun. For information, email stuttering@austin.utexas.edu.

Atlanta Academy Summer Camp Summer fun has just begun! Exciting program offerings in June for PreK-8th grade, including website design, art, stop motion animation, basketball skills and more.

Full- and half-day options are available. atlantaacademy.com/summer-camp

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Atlanta Ballet Centre for Dance Education Atlanta Ballet Centre for Dance Education provides opportunities for students of all ages to discover the joys of dance. Introduce your child to ballet in a fun and safe setting.

404-873-5811. centre.atlantaballet.com Atlanta Extreme Volleyball Club Four-day skills camps for all ages focus on hitting, passing, setting and blocking through drills and skill sessions; advanced camps for ages 14-18 on the fundamentals of beach volleyball. aevc.org Atlanta History Center Summer Camp History comes to life at Atlanta History Center’s summer camp! Options include themes ranging from the ancient world to the history of space; and writing camps ranging from basic writing skills to learning how to create fictional and fantastical stories.

Ages 6-14 at Atlanta History Center’s Buckhead campus. June 6-July 1.

Register at atlantahistorycenter.com.

Camp Kingfisher at Chattahoochee Nature Center Connect with nature and build lasting friendships with all the fun of a traditional summer camp. Hikes, animal encounters, science explorations, canoeing, swimming, archery, arts and more. May 31-Aug. 5. chattnaturecenter.org Challenger Sports Challenger Sports offers a range of summer day camps providing quality soccer instruction inspired by the world’s leading soccer nations. Beginner to advanced players; various locations; ages 2-16. challengersports.com Circus Camp Children will jump for joy when you sign them up for Circus Summer Camp! They’ll learn real circus skills – trapeze, tightwire, juggling, magic, even throw a pie in a clown’s face! Campers choose skills to perform and work together on a grand finale Circus Show. Decatur, Dunwoody and Sandy Springs. June 6-July 29. Ages 5-teen. circuscamp.org City of Marietta Parks and Recreation Gem City Summer Day Camp encourages children to learn and play while having fun.

Activities include sports, arts and crafts, science experiments and field trips. May 30-July 29 (No camp week of July 4). mariettaga.gov

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Club SciKidz Club SciKidz offers fun, safe, and scientific camps. Your child will be engaged in learning new skills with like-minded friends, and they will beg you to come back. 404-277-3984. atlanta.clubscikidz.com/ap

Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta She’s a force of nature. Get your girl outside at Girl Scout Summer Camp. Outdoor adventure, STEM, horses, art, water activities, and more! Day and sleepaway camp options available for girls K-12. girlscoutsummer.com

Community Music Centers of Atlanta Themed camps for grades K-5 focus on musical styles, genres, or instruments.

Performance Workshops for grades 6-8 and 9-12 include classical, jazz, rock, country, folk and/or hip hop music played with peers and professional faculty. Workshops culminate in a Student Showcase at Atlanta Music High School. Multiple locations. cmcatlanta.com

Gwinnett Parks and Recreation Art, swimming, dance, games, outdoor exploration, water play and more; this year’s theme is “Dynamic Decades!” STEAM camps also available. Ages 7-13. Full and partial day camps; multiple locations. gwinnettparks.com

Dunwoody Nature Center Experience summer camp on 22 wooded acres of the Dunwoody Nature Center.

Children love to splash in the creek, learn through play, and go on themed adventures as they reconnect with nature. dunwoodynature.org Eclectic Music Learning requires fun and focus – Eclectic summer camps have both. Sessions in singing, piano, guitar, ukulele, percussion and more. Rising 1st-6th grades, May 31-Aug. 5. eclecticmusicatlanta.com/summer Fabricate Studios Sewing, knitting and fashion design! Summer camps designed to build skills, creativity and confidence. Half-day options available. Ages 7-15. For a complete list of camp offerings, visit fabricatestudios.com.

Flour Power Cooking Studios At Flour Power camp, Lil’ Chefs create their own snacks and lunch. Flour Power supplies everything for an amazing week of newly developed life skills including math, science, reading and chemistry! 470-760-6460. flourpowerstudios.com/alpharetta

High Meadows Camp A relaxed and caring atmosphere on 40 acres of farm and woodland in Roswell. Rising K-9th grade have opportunities for selfdiscovery through age-appropriate activities including archery, animal encounters, woodworking, canoeing, crafts, swimming, drama, nature and sports. Providing outstanding traditional outdoor experiences enriching lives in a nurturing, childcentered setting since 1973. 770-993-7975. highmeadowscamp.org Holy Innocents’ Bear Camps A variety of summer camps in athletics, arts, STEAM, academics and more for PK4-12th grade. Morning, afternoon, and full-day camps offered weekly, from May 31-July 22. hies.org/bearcamps In The City Camps Where kids (rising K-5th) and tweens (rising 6th-8th) form lifelong friendships, create memories, overcome fears, explore areas of interest, and cultivate a love of Judaism. inthecitycamps.org

Integrity 360 Dance Center A fun environment for dance education in ballet, tap, jazz, acrobatics and more!

Ages 3 and older. Experienced teachers and a proven curriculum help students make friends and develop life skills. integrity360dancecenter.com Intown Stars Gymnastics Flip, tumble, play and learn with certified coaches. Campers will experience themed, non-stop adventures in gymnastics and parkour instruction, crafts, performances, growth mindset activities, science experiments and lots of fun! intownstarsgymnastics.com Josh Powell Summer Day Camp Josh Powell Camp is a place for kids to be kids, unplug and play in the great outdoors.

Sessions include arts and crafts, canoeing, fort building, swimming, tetherball, archery, and more. joshpowellcamp.com KinderCare Learning Centers Kids ages 5-12 will team up for weekly Amazing Race-style challenges to learn about people and places around the world, all while having fun. Locations throughout metro Atlanta. 888-525-2780. kindercare.com Lovett School Summer Programs Summer at Lovett offers a wide variety of traditional and specialty day camps, fine arts and athletic camps, for-credit and non-credit academic courses, and study skills programs for grades K-12. lovett.org/summerprograms Cont’d on next page

Forefront Arts Children’s Theatre Drama, Dance, Film and Music camps for ages 3-18; themes include Encanto, Pixar, Frozen, Descendants, Marvel, Comedy, Harry Potter and more. Performances each Friday. Multiple locations. forefrontarts.com/camp Friends School of Atlanta Full STEAM Ahead camps in arts, math, science, theater, drones, fashion design and much more for ages 5-14. Weekly sessions are staffed by experienced teachers. June 6-July 22. friendsschoolatlanta.org Galloway School Summer Programs Summer at Galloway includes a variety of programs for PreK-12th grade. Choose weekly themes at Camp Galloway, plus specialty camps in science, technology, engineering, art and more. June 1-July 29. gallowayschool.org/summer

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Day Camps Marcus Jewish Community Center At MJCCA Day Camps, rising PreK-9th graders make lifelong friends, try new things, and have the best summer ever! MJCCA Day Camps offers Camp Isidore Alterman, a traditional outdoor camp with boating, ropes course, rock wall, zip-line and more, as well as performing arts, sports, theme and teen camp options! mjccadaycamps.org Marist School Grow, learn and play at Marist! Offerings include sports, sports medicine, music technology and production, ceramics, science, personal essay start-up, and SAT/ACT boot camp. Ages 5 to 17, June 6-Aug. 5. marist.com/summercamps McGinnis Woods Country Day School “Sunsational” Summer Camp for ages 4-13.

Weekly themes and field trips. May 31-Aug. 5.

Art, music, STEM, weekly in-house field trips, water games, and more! Alpharetta. 770-6647764. mcginniswoods.org

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Michael C. Carlos Museum Inspiration from the collections and guidance from talented artists come together at Camp Carlos for experiences that encourage children ages 7-17 to look closer, dig deeper, and push their creativity further. carlos.emory.edu/camp

MODA Summer Camps Camps for kids who want to change the world! In-person and online sessions in Minecraft, podcasting, comics, design, coding and more. Live instruction and self-guided exploration for ages 7-18. museumofdesign.org/camps

Mount Paran Christian School Summer Programs Exciting academic, arts, athletic and “faith and fun” camps in a Christ-centered environment.

Over 60 programs for PK3-12th grade students in the community, including Camp Elevation, LEGO®, Spanish, gardening and SAT camps. mtparanschool.com/summerprograms

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North Cobb Christian School Get ready for a summer of wonder! Opt for non-stop action during Camp Eagle, or pick a specialty camp and explore sports, STEAM, academics, art, driver’s ed and more! PreK3-12th grade; June 6-July 29. ncchristian.org/camps Pace Summer Programs The adventure begins here! Pace Academy offers weekly full and half-day programs, including academic, athletic and enrichment camps for K-12th grade. June 6-July 22. paceacademy.org/programs/summerprograms

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Piedmont Park Conservancy EnviroVentures Camp for ages 5-10 with outdoor sports, recreation, STEAM activities, arts and crafts, park stewardship, swimming and more. Counselor-in-training (ages 11-13) and Park Leadership (ages 14-15).

June 6-July 29. piedmontpark.org/camp Science Academéia Summer Camps Experience a head start to 21st century learning! Science Akademéia summer camps offer STEM activities including coding, robotics, tutorials, science experiments and more for elementary to middle-schoolers. June 6-Aug. 5. satapos.com SPIKE Studio Summer STEAM Academy for rising 8th-12th grade. Students will conceive, develop and present a creative solution to a real-world design problem in a fiveday workshop; hosted by Kennesaw State University. spikestudio.org/summer-academy Spruill Center for the Arts and Stage Door Theatre Celebrate summer with the arts! Lively, creative, art-filled summer programs in visual and performing arts for ages 3-18. Arts, studio arts, musical theatre, acting and much more. May 23-Aug. 5. spruillarts.org/camps Squirrel Hollow Camp at The Bedford School Summer program for students with academic needs, ADD or learning differences. Tutoring and recreational activities, swimming and challenge courses. Two-week sessions, June 13-24 and June 27-July 8. Contact Dr. Betsy Box, 770-774-8001. thebedfordschool.org St. Benedict’s Episcopal School Immersive opportunities for 2 years-rising 8th grade. Over 75 camps in academics, STEAM, sports, art and cooking. Each camp extends St. Benedict’s mission to provide a high-quality experience integrating Episcopal values with learning and fun. Camps are open to the community; May 31-July 29, culminating with Academic Camps Week. stbs.org

Take CENTER STAGE this summer.

Enrolling Age 4 – Grade 12 at five convenient Atlanta locations. alliancetheatre.org/camps

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Sunsational Summer MAY 31– AUGUST 5

High Meadows Camp

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A Fantastic Time Is your camper ready for some FUN?

Join us for a safe and amazing summer filled with in-house field trips, caring staff and friends, unique themes, water play and surprises!

Sunshine House Summer Remix Adventure Camp Dive into a world of imagination and entertainment at Summer Remix Adventure Camp. Each week is full of exciting experiences and field trips. 23 metro Atlanta locations. sunshinehouse.com/summer Swift School Summer Explorations Summer Explorations is a learning adventure!

Reading, writing and math skills are all reinforced and activities in art, crafts, music and STEM are interspersed throughout the day. Rising 1st-5th grade, July 5-22. theswiftschool.org/programs Synchronicity Theatre Summer Camps The dynamic Playmaking For Kids instructors as they lead students in drama games and ensemble building activities, crafts based on the Synchronicity Family Series and more.

Camps for ages 9-14. synchrotheatre.com

Théâtre du Rêve TdR’s Été des Rêves is a fun bilingual theater camp for French learners and native speakers!

Create theatre with the pros. All levels welcome! theatredureve.com Trinity School A variety of academic, specialty and sports camps for ages 4-13. From wizards to coding, LEGO to science, choose your child’s summer adventure! Sessions include Drama Camp, Trail Explorations, Instrumental Ensemble, Super Scientists, Minecraft Mania and more, and run from June 6-July 1 with limited offerings available Aug. 1-5. trinityatl.org/summercamp Wealthy Habits: Building Better Money Habits Wealthy Habits has been teaching kids ages 11-18 better money habits since 2012. A curriculum full of games and activities keeps kids engaged and learning. 678-218-1291. wealthyhabits.org

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Wesleyan School Wesleyan Summer Camps are open to the public for children ages 4-14. Camps range from arts to athletics, STEM to life skills with morning, afternoon, and full-day programming. Lunch and a snack is included in full-day camps; before- and after-care is also available. Learn more at wesleyanschool.org/summercamps Whitefield Summer Programs A Christ-centered camp where campers PreK4-12th grade learn skills, make friends and develop their God-given gifts. Games, crafts, water days and more, plus specialty camps in arts, sports and academics. whitefieldacademy.com/summer Zone of Light Studio Create art, play games and explore the outdoors this summer! Zone of Light Studio offers 11 weeks of unique summer ART Programs, camps, private classes and other events. For ages 5-12. zoneoflightstudio.com Zoo Atlanta Safari Camp Safari Camp is a great opportunity to engage young explorers in the wild world around them and begin their journey of conservation stewardship. Each session, campers are engaged in a different theme and explore ways to make a difference for wildlife while having fun. Campers use all their senses as they are immersed in discoveries of the natural world. Spring Break and Summer Camp. zooatlanta.org/camp

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Summer Programs Dynamo Swim School Learn to Swim programs for ages 4 months-adult available at six metro Atlanta locations, including Alpharetta, Buckhead, Chamblee, Decatur (Agnes Scott & Oakhurst) and Dunwoody. 770-457-7946 ext. 119. dynamoswimschool.com

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Full STEAM Ahead featuring camps in:

your favorite color Arts, Math,Wear Science, Theater, Drones, of the rainbow.

Fashion Design and so much more!

In-person Sessions, Ages 5-14 Register online at friendsschoolatlanta.org

CAMPS

SPRING BREAK & SUMMER

Join our dynamic instructors in drama games, ensemble building activities & crafts.

Camps are led by professional theatre artists and instructors and are designed to stimulate children’s imagination, build selfconfidence, and inspire a love of theatre from an early age.

Full Day Camps at Synchronicity Annex near Ansley Mall for students ages 10 - 14 Three Little Birds Camp April 4 – 8, 2022 Trouble in Fairy Wood Camp July 11 – 15, 2022 The Missing Starlet Camp July 18 – 22, 2022

Half Day Camps (1-4pm) at The Galloway School for grades 4-7 Trouble in Fairy Wood Camp June 6 - 10, 2022 The Missing Starlet Camp July 25 - 29, 2022

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Atlanta AtlantaParent’s Parent’sCAMP CAMPPREVIEW PREVIEW ATLANTA BALLET CENTRE FOR DANCE EDUCATION 404-873-5811 | centre.atlantaballet.com

Atlanta Ballet Centre for Dance Education provides an opportunity for students of all ages to discover the joys of dance. Introduce your child to ballet in a fun and safe setting with classes focused on developing rhythm, flexibility, coordination and confidence.

Classes all year long at three convenient locations. Summer day programs in June and July at two convenient locations.

Spotlight on DAY CAMPS CAMP KINGFISHER

770-992-2055 x 222 | chattnaturecenter.org Summers are better spent outside! Connect with nature and build lasting friendships with all the fun of a traditional summer camp. Campers will explore 127 acres of woodlands and ponds, and experience CNC’s brand-new boardwalk overlooking the Chattahoochee River. Engaging counselors, specialists, and staff lead hikes, animal encounters, science explorations, canoeing, swimming, archery, and more. Join Camp Kingfisher’s 29th summer of discovery, adventure, and fun. Register today.

Spotlight on SUMMER CAMP CIRCUS SUMMER CAMP

circuscamp.org | Decatur, Dunwoody and Sandy Springs Children will jump for joy when you sign them up for Circus Summer Camp! They’ll learn real circus skills – trapeze, tightwire, juggling, magic, even throw a pie in a clown’s face!

Campers choose what they want to perform and work together to present a grand finale Circus Show! All skill levels are welcome! June 6-July 29. Ages 5-teen. circuscamp.org

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COMMUNITY MUSIC CENTERS OF ATLANTA 404-614-0466 | cmcatlanta.com | Four Locations

Themed camps for grades K-5 and Performance Workshop for grades 6-8 and 9-12. Camps focus on musical styles, genres, or instruments to ensure camper’s genuine interests are met.

Performance Workshop includes classical, jazz, rock, country, folk and/or hip hop music played with peers and professional faculty.

Workshops culminate in a Student Showcase at Atlanta Music High School. All camps/workshops include private lessons. Register today, space is limited.

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Experience summer camp the way it was meant to be – on the beautiful 22 wooded acres of the Dunwoody Nature Center. Children love to splash in the creek, learn through play, and go on weekly themed adventures as they reconnect with nature. Year after year, the Nature Center’s camps achieve satisfaction ratings of nearly 100% and most of the new camp families each summer come as referrals from other campers!

Atlanta Parent’s CAMP PREVIEW ECLECTIC MUSIC

404-537-1382 | eclecticmusicatlanta.com/summer Led by some of Atlanta’s finest musicians and teaching artists, Eclectic Music camps are routinely a top pick for Atlanta Parent families. Rising 1st-6th graders get creative playing instruments, singing, dancing, and diving into the world of music. Beginners and musically seasoned kiddos alike jam as a band; with activities that range from performing the perfect summer playlist to composing original songs to making their own music videos! One of Atlanta’s most creative, fun, and nurturing camp programs, Eclectic Music camps are top-notch, year after year.

Spotlight on DAY CAMPS FABRICATE STUDIOS

404-981-4665 | fabricatestudios.com Located 1 mile off Howell Mill Road and I-75, Fabricate Studios is a year-around educational space that teaches sewing, knitting, quilting and crafts to children and adults. Fabricate offers half day sewing, knitting and fashion design camps for children, ages 7 and older. All supplies are provided for these camps, including sewing machines and fabric. Beginner, intermediate and advanced classes build on one another to help kids reach their goals. Visit FabricateStudios.com for class and camp schedules.

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Unlock your child’s talent this summer with Forefront Arts! Week-long drama camps for ages 3-18 include “Encanto”, “Frozen”, “High School Musical” and “Descendants” Musical Theatre camps, “Harry Potter” and “Pixar” acting camps, Improv, Princess Camp, Imaginators STEAM Inventing, “Marvel” Movie Acting, Show Choir, Dance Camps for various ages featuring “Encanto”, “Trolls”, “Chicago” and “Newsies”, AND a “Matilda” summer stock production for 6th-12th graders.

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Spotlight on DAYCAMP CAMPS Atlanta Parent’s PREVIEW INTERLOCHEN CENTER FOR THE ARTS interlochen.org | Interlochen, MI

Interlochen Arts Camp offers world-renowned summer arts programs that encourage young artists to explore and refine their artistic passion. From cabin games to exploring the outdoors, students will experience all the fun of summer camp while practicing, performing, and making art. Young creatives ages 8-18 convene at Interlochen to expand their capacity in music, theatre, dance, creative writing, visual arts, and film.

Learn more at interlochen.org.

Spotlight on SUMMER CAMPS INTOWN STARS GYMNASTICS

404-330-8988 | intownstarsgymnastics.com ISG Camps are a great opportunity to flip, tumble, play and learn with certified coaches. Each session is a themed, non-stop adventure. Campers will experience gymnastics and parkour instruction, crafts, performances, Growth Mindset activities, science experiments and lots of FUN! This summer there are new themes and past favorites, additional camp offerings, more flexible drop off and pick up time and NO MORE BEFORE/AFTERCARE FEES. Camps are offered in Decatur.

Atlanta Parent’s CAMP PREVIEW MOUNT PARAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL SUMMER PROGRAMS

770-578-0182 ext. 1016 | mtparanschool.com/summerprograms Summer fun is back at MPCS! Summer Programs provide exciting opportunities for academic, arts, athletic and, “faith and fun” camps.

From fishing by the lake, to Maker Space or cooking camps, to touchdowns at an on-campus Atlanta Falcons Football Camp, your child can experience it all. Camp Elevation, LEGO®, Spanish, gardening, and SAT camps are just a few of more than 60 summer programs offered in a Christ-centered environment. See the full lineup online and register today.

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WESLEYAN SCHOOL SUMMER CAMP wesleyanschool.org/summercamps

Wesleyan Summer Camps are OPEN to the public for children ages 4-14. Camps range from arts to athletics, STEM to life skills. Wesleyan offers morning, afternoon, and full-day programming. Lunch and a snack is included in full-day camps.

Before and after care are also available. Campers do not need to attend Wesleyan to participate in camp. Learn more and register today for a summer of fun.

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Intown Stars Gymnastics............... 20 Josh Powell Summer Day Camp... 34 KinderCare Learning Centers........ 30 Lovett School Summer Programs........................ 16 Marcus Jewish Community Center Day Camps........... back cover Marist School................................ 21 McGinnis Woods Country Day School....................... 28 Michael C. Carlos Museum........... 29 MODA - Museum of Design Atlanta Summer Camps................ 46 Mount Paran Christian School Summer Programs........................ 18 North Cobb Christian School ........ 41

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Squirrel Hollow Camp at The Bedford School................... 43

Alpharetta Recreation, Parks & Cultural Services........................... 43

City of Marietta Parks & Recreation........................ 28

St. Benedict’s Episcopal School........................... 19

Arthur M. Blank Center for Stuttering Education & Research................... 21

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Summer Academy at UGA............ 15

Community Music Centers of Atlanta......................... 39

Summer Camp at SOAR................ 15

Asbury Hills Camp......................... 12

Dunwoody Nature Center.............. 29

Atlanta Academy Summer Camp.............................. 47

Dynamo Swim School................... 42

Atlanta Ballet Centre for Education................................. 27

Fabricate Studios.......................... 45

Synchronicity Theatre Summer Camps............................ 30

Atlanta Extreme Volleyball Club..... 42

Flour Power Cooking Studios......... 36

Théâtre du Rêve............................ 36

Atlanta History Center Summer Camp.............................. 17

Forefront Arts Children’s Theatre......................... 40

Trinity School ................................ 23

Brandon Hall Summer Programs........................ 46

Forman School.............................. 14

Valley View Ranch Equestrian Camp.......................... 13

Friends School of Atlanta............... 30

Wealthy Habits Camp.................... 32

Camp Cedar Cliff........................... 11

Wesleyan School........................... 31

Camp Flashback........................... 34

Galloway School Summer Programs........................ 40

Camp Invention............................. 32

Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta.......... 7

Camp Kingfisher at Chattahoochee Nature Center....... 20

Gwinnett Parks and Recreation..... 45 High Meadows Camp...................... 3

Woodberry Forest Summer Camps............................ 14

Camp Rockmont........................... 13

Holy Innocents’ Bear Camps......... 45

YMCA Camp Ocoee........................ 6

Camp Westminster......................... 9

In The City Camps......................... 36

YMCA Camp Thunderbird.............. 10

Camp Woodmont.......................... 13

Integrity 360 Dance Center........... 40

Zone of Light Studio........................ 5

Challenger Sports.......................... 40

Interlochen Arts Camp.................. 10

Zoo Atlanta Safari Camp................. 2

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Sunshine House Early Learning Academy................ 41 Swift School Summer Explorations.................................. 22

Whitefield Summer Programs........ 38 WinShape Camps........................... 6

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Brandon Hall School DAY AND BOARDING SCHOOL • ATLANTA, GEORGIA Spend your summer at Brandon Hall School!

Pursue a “passion project” and entrepreneurial ideas with our Global Youth Leadership program.

Learn Spanish easier with a full immersion camp.

Build rockets and robots, and then combine the two in our Rockets and Robotics STEAM Camp.

Hang out with our on-campus chickens in our Sustainability Camp.

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