2024 Summer Camps Activity Guide by Aurora.CO

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CAMPS REGISTRATION OPENS Wednesday, Jan. 31 at noon

AuroraGov.org/DayCamps

TABLE OF CONTENTS

All Day/All Week Camps pg. 3 Specialty Camps pg. 10 A.R.I.S.E. pg. 14 Art Camps pg. 16 Aurora History Camps pg. 18 Youth and Junior Chef Cooking Camps pg. 20 Junior Golf Camps pg. 23 Summer Nature Camps pg. 24 Theatre Camps pg. 27 Preschool pg. 29 Sports Camps pg. 38 Summer Reading Program pg. 46 Withdrawal Policy pg. 48

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ALL DAY/ ALL WEEK CAMPS

KIDZ CAMP (WEEK-LONG) Our Kidz Camp week-long programs are designed to provide a fun and exciting week with two days of swimming, two in-house provider days (New for 2024!) and one excursion. On swimming days, youth will be taken to a city of Aurora indoor or outdoor pool, depending on the weather. On in-house provider days, we have outside organizations come to the camp location and provide unique experiences for campers. Campers will also be participating in gym games, art projects and other activities planned by summer camp staff throughout the day. A lunch and afternoon snack will be provided by Aurora Public Schools. Excursion and in-house providers are subject to change. If changes are made, parents/guardians will be notified as soon as possible. Excursions vary from week to week, and campers will be transported by school bus to the location.

DENVER MUSEUM OF NATURE AND SCIENCE EXCURSION Ages 7-12 This week’s Kidz Camp excursion is to the Denver Museum of Nature and Science, and the in-house providers are Imagine Arts and Denver Museum of Nature and Science. There will be two days of swimming with one day at an indoor pool and one day at an outdoor pool (weather dependent). 78443 June 3-7. • Meadowood Recreation Center 78444 June 3-7 • Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • $344 ($275 Resident) • Moorhead Recreation Center • Registration deadline: May 27

DENVER ZOO EXCURSION Ages 7-12 This week’s Kidz Camp excursion is to the Denver Zoo, and the in-house providers are Environmental Learning for Kids and the Denver Zoo. There will be two days of swimming with one day at an indoor pool and one day at an outdoor pool (weather dependent). 78445 June 10-14 • Meadowood Recreation Center 78469 June 10-14 • Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • $344 ($275 Resident) • Moorhead Recreation Center • Registration deadline: June 3

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ISLAND INDOOR BEACH EXCURSION Ages 7-12 This week’s Kidz Camp excursion is to the Island Indoor Beach and Volleyball, and the in-house provider is Dance2live and Overtime Athletics. There will be two days of swimming with one day at an indoor pool and one day at an outdoor pool (weather dependent). 78477 June 17-21* • $255 ($210 Resident) • Meadowood Recreation Center 78479 June 17-21* • Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • $275 ($220 Resident) • Moorhead Recreation Center • Registration deadline: June 10 *No program June 19, only one in house provider will be at Meadowood Recreation Center

NINJA NATION EXCURSION

SPUR COLORADO STATE EXCURSION

Ages 7-12 This week’s Kidz Camp excursion is to Ninja Nation, and the in-house providers are Aurora Police Department FIVE-0 Gaming Trailer and Mad Science of Colorado. There will be two days of swimming with one day at an indoor pool and one day at an outdoor pool (weather dependent). 78471 June 24-28 • Meadowood Recreation Center 78470 June 24-28 • Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • $344 ($275 Resident) • Moorhead Recreation Center • Registration deadline: June 17

Ages 7-12 This week’s Kidz Camp excursion is Colorado State University Spur located in Denver, and the in-house providers are Colorado State University Spur and Inspire to Learn. There will be two days of swimming with one day at an indoor pool and one day at an outdoor pool (weather dependent). 78478 July 22-26 • Meadowood Recreation Center 78480 July 22-26 • Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • $344 ($275 Resident) • Moorhead Recreation Center • Registration deadline: July 15

DENVER CHILDREN’S MUSEUM EXCURSION

PIRATES COVE EXCURSION

Ages 7-12 This week’s Kidz Camp excursion is to the Denver Children’s Museum, and the in-house providers are Art Students League of Denver and Magic Academy. There will be two days of swimming with one day at an indoor pool and one day at an outdoor pool (weather dependent). 78474 July 8-12 • Meadowood Recreation Center 78473 July 8-12 • Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • $344 ($275 Resident) • Moorhead Recreation Center • Registration deadline: July 1

Ages 7-12 This week’s Kidz Camp excursion is Pirates Cove, and the in-house providers are Kidz Art and Mad Science of Colorado. There will be two days of swimming with one day at an indoor pool and one day at an outdoor pool (weather dependent). 78485 July 29-Aug. 2 • Meadowood Recreation Center 78483 July 29-Aug. 2 • Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • $344 ($275 Resident) • Moorhead Recreation Center • Registration deadline: July 22

BUTTERFLY MUSEUM EXCURSION Ages 7-12 This week’s Kidz Camp excursion is to the Butterfly Museum, and the in-house providers are Imagine Arts and Resilience Martial Arts. There will be two days of swimming with one day at an indoor pool and one day at an outdoor pool (weather dependent). 78475 July 15-19 • Meadowood Recreation Center 78476 July 15-19 • Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • $344 ($275 Resident) • Moorhead Recreation Center • Registration deadline: July 8

KIDZ CAMP – DAY TO DAY REGISTRATION Our Kidz Camp single-day programs are designed for youth who want to participate in a particular program and/or fun enrichment programming on specific days during the week. For summer 2024, we have three different styles of single-day Kidz Camp: Fun Day, Provider Day and Field Trip Day. Fun days will include art projects, gym games and swimming in the afternoon. Art projects and gym games will be different for every Fun Day. Provider Days will include an outside organization providing a unique experience for the campers and swimming in the afternoon. Field trip days vary week to week, and campers will be transported by school bus to the location.

FUN DAYS Ages 7-12 Fundays are designed to provide a fun and exciting day of camp with creative art projects, active group games and swimming in the afternoon. A lunch and afternoon snack will be provided by Aurora Public Schools. • Monday and Tuesday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. • $69 ($55 Resident) • Central Recreation Center • Registration deadline: One week before day of program Fun Days on Monday

Fun Days on Tuesday

78488 June 3

78500 June 4

78502 June 10

78504 June 11

78515 June 17

78516 June 18

78529 June 24

78530 June 25

78531 July 8

78532 July 9

78533 July 15

78534 July 16

78535 July 22

78536 July 23

78537 July 29

78538 July 30

PROVIDER DAYS Ages 7-12 Provider Days will include an outside organization providing a unique experience for the campers and swimming in the afternoon. Kids will be in a rotating group with other activities, including art projects and gym games. In the afternoon, campers will be going swimming. A lunch and afternoon snack will be provided by Aurora Public Schools. Providers are subject to change. If changes are made, parents/guardians will be notified as soon as possible. • Wednesday and Thursday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. • $88 ($70 Resident) • Central Recreation Center • Registration deadline: One week before day of program

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Denver Museum of Nature and Science - Let the Denver Museum of Nature & Science come to you! Our magnificent Museum educators will transform your classroom and take your adventurers on an unforgettable journey. This 45-minute program will fuel your students’ passion and curiosity for nature and science— challenging them to experiment, play and solve mysteries together. Environmental Learning for Kids (ELK) - ELK offers a selection of science and natural resource programs to grades K-12. All programs are correlated to CO Academic Standards and Next Generation Science Standards and model effective teaching practices. Denver Zoo - During this at-camp experience, your students can become Denver Zoo’s newest class of recruits! In Animal Academy programs, science concepts come alive as recruits utilize the Zoo’s animal ambassadors to investigate adaptations right in your classroom. Your scientists-in-training will receive a special mission and explore alongside their Academy instructor, applying critical thinking and science skills while earning their very own “spots and stripes” badge! Dance2Live - Dance2Live explores the fundamentals of many different styles of movement. Aurora Police Department Five-0 Gaming Trailer - The FIVE-O is a 22-foot, custombuilt, gaming and community resource trailer providing youth and officers with an opportunity to engage in fun, safe spaces while building new relationships.

Mad Science of Colorado - Fun and handson STEM provider, teaching science basics of everyday life. Art Students League of Denver - ASLD provides hands-on, in-depth art programs with instruction on a variety of mediums. Magic Academy - Magic Academy provides instructions on a variety of magic techniques and tricks. Imagine Arts - Teaches foundational art techniques and guides students through fun and topically relevant art projects. Resilience Martial Arts - Teaches basic martial arts techniques. Colorado State University Spur - There’s nowhere in the world like CSU Spur. CSU Spur is home to real science and research and opens its doors to welcome visitors to see it all happen! Inspire to Learn - Inspire to Learn seeks to allow children to do what they do best, learning and imagining, through inspiring, hands-on, STEM challenges and projects. Kidz Art - This is Kidz Art, where students aged two through adult have FUN, learn to draw and experience creativity-building exercises. Offered at schools and other community locations, our mobile program is complemented by challenging 3D projects, new and varied art mediums and our unique multicultural curriculum. Mad Science of Colorado - Fun and handson STEM provider, teaching science basics of everyday life

Provider Days on Wednesdays 78490

June 5

Imagine Arts

78509

June 12

Environmental Learning for Kids

78548

June 26

Aurora Police Department Five-0 Gaming Trailer

78551

July 10

Art Students League of Denver

78555

July 17

Imagine Arts

78559

July 24

Colorado State University SPUR

78562

July 31

Kidz Art

Provider Days on Thursdays 78498

June 6

Denver Zoo Museum of Nature and Science

78511

June 13

Denver Zoo

78518

June 20

Dance2Live

78545

June 27

Mad Science of Denver

78552

July 11

Magic Academy

78556

July 18

Resilience Martial Arts

78560

July 25

Inspire to Learn

78564

Aug. 1

Mad Science of Colorado

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EXCURSIONS Ages 7-12 This excursion day will be to various locations around the metro area. Campers will start the day off at an outdoor park and then go to the excursion location. A lunch and afternoon snack will be provided by Aurora Public Schools. Providers are subject to change. If changes are made, parents/guardians will be notified as soon as possible. • Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. • $94 ($75 Resident) • Central Recreation Center • Registration deadline: One week before day of program

Excursions on Fridays 78491

June 7

Denver Zoo Museum of Nature and Science

78513

June 14

Denver Zoo

78521

June 21

The Island Indoor Beach

78549

June 28

Ninja Nation

78554

July 12

Denver’s Children Museum

78557

July 19

Butterfly Pavilion

78561

July 26

Colorado State University SPUR

78565

Aug. 2

Pirate’s Cove

SPECIALTY CAMPS Specialty camps are provided by outside organizations to offer a unique experience for youth in a city of Aurora location. These camps have a specific area of focus that can allow a child to explore and learn about a particular program. Providers and programs are subject to change. If changes are made, parents/ guardians will be notified as soon as possible.

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STEM FUNDAMENTALS WITH LEGO® MATERIALS

POKÉMON ENGINEERING USING LEGO® MATERIALS

Ages 5-12 Level up your engineering skills with PlayWell TEKnologies and tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering and architecture through engineer-designed projects. Projects are rotated seasonally to ensure that even returning students get a new experience, so join us to design and build as never before and explore your craziest ideas. The program is provided by Play-Well TEKnologies. Youth will be split into groups based on age ranges. 78484 June 3-7 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon 78486 June 3-7 • Monday-Friday, 1-4 p.m. • $250 ($200 Resident) • Southeast Recreation Center • Registration deadline: May 27

Ages 5-12 Calling all Pokémon trainers! With the Pokémon Championship approaching, join our enthusiastic Play-Well Instructors as we build and catch our favorite Pokémon, rescue Pikachu from Team Rocket, take a ride on the S.S. Anne to uncover rare and mystic Pokémon and battle to see who will hold the title of Pokémon Master. Come along on our journey to catch ‘em all!! The program is provided by Play-Well TEKnologies. Youth will be split into groups based on age ranges. 78494 June 17-21* • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon 78496 June 17-21* • Monday-Friday, 1-4 p.m. • $200 ($160 Resident) • Southeast Recreation Center • Registration deadline: June 10 *No program June 19

MINECRAFT ENGINEERING WITH LEGO® MATERIALS Ages 5-12 Venture into the world of Minecraft in our unique LEGO® experience. Get ready to build your base, craft your tools, use your Minecart to harvest raw resources and battle to stop the Ender Dragon from ending the world. Come explore the endless possibilities of LEGO® with a trained Play-Well instructor. The program is provided by Play-Well TEKnologies. Youth will be split into groups based on age ranges. 78492 June 10-14 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon 78493 June 10-14 • Monday-Friday, 1-4 p.m. • $250 ($200 Resident) • Southeast Recreation Center • Registration deadline: June 3

BASH’EM BOTS USING LEGO® MATERIALS Ages 5-12 Design your custom LEGO® bot to take on any challenge. Mix and match chassis designs using wheels, treads or walking legs. Combine these with tools like drills, hammers and battering rams as you refine your masterpiece by sparring with friends and overcoming obstacles. Apply real-world engineering and physics concepts to help you bash and crash your way to victory! The program is provided by Play-Well TEKnologies. Youth will be split into groups based on age ranges. 78497 June 24-28 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon 78499 June 24-28 • Monday-Friday, 1-4 p.m. • $250 ($200 Resident) • Southeast Recreation Center • Registration deadline: June 17

ROBOTICS WITH SPHERO BOLT

SPECIAL EFFECTS MOVIE FLIX

Ages 8-12 The possibilities are endless as campers explore robotics and programming with Sphero BOLT! Packed with programmable sensors and a colorful LED light matrix, this popular robotic ball will keep campers engaged as they learn to aim and drive their new robot, use the light matrix to display characters or play games and even talk to other Sphero BOLTs using infrared communication. Come develop a love of robotics, coding and STEM fundamentals in this fun new camp! The program is provided by Silicon STEM Academy. 78505 July 8-12 • Registration deadline: July 1 78503 July 22-26 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon • $390 ($325 Resident) • Southeast Recreation Center • Registration deadline: July 15

Ages 7-13 Explosions, tornadoes, meteors! In these high-intensity live-action movies, the special effects will blow your mind. In groups, you’ll get to direct, act and even choose special effects to incorporate into your movies. Make a movie that will surprise all your friends and family! Flix emailed within a month after camp ends. The program is provided by IncrediFlix. 78508 July 15-19 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon • $313 ($250 Resident) • Southeast Recreation Center • Registration deadline: July 8

WILD AND WACKY SCIENCE Ages 7-12 Future Scientists: this camp is for you! In this camp, we will make things pop, squish and ooze, as we roll up our sleeves and explore the principles of chemistry, physics, biology and edible science. Held both indoors and out, we’ll get a bit messy as we conduct hands-on experiments with household products as well as items we find in nature! It’s non-stop action, as we’ll create things like neon slime, popsicle harmonicas and solar ovens, plus examine pond water under the microscope and explore the effects of photosynthesis! The program is provided by Silicon STEM Academy. 78501 July 8-12 • Registration deadline: Monday, July 1 78506 July 22-26 • Monday-Friday, 1-4 p.m. • $360 ($300 Resident) • Southeast Recreation Center • Registration deadline: July 15

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MINECRAFT VS. ROBLOX FLIX Ages 7-13 Make a Minecraft MOVIE, a Roblox MOVIE or make a mashup MOVIE! Work in groups to create a stop-motion movie full of games or challenges for your character to overcome. Students will create their sets out of construction paper, make their Minecraft blocks, film, add some cool effects and do voice-overs! Flix emailed within a month after camp ends. The program is provided by IncrediFlix. 78510 July 15-19 • Monday-Friday, 1-4 p.m. • $313 ($250 Resident) • Southeast Recreation Center • Registration deadline: July 8

LIVE ACTION FLIX Ages 7-13 Discover your film-making talents! You don’t have to be an actor to take part, as we’ll guide you through the Hollywood process to create, direct, film, act and more. You won’t just make an incredible movie; you’ll have the skills to make your own movies with friends. Flix emailed within a month after camp ends. The program is provided by IncrediFlix. 78512 July 29-Aug. 2 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon • $313 ($250 Resident) • Southeast Recreation Center • Registration deadline: July 22

LEGO® FLIX Ages 7-13 Bring Lego worlds to life! We provide Legos. You provide your imagination. Work in groups to create a Lego set with Lego characters for a stop-motion movie you’ll storyboard, shoot and add voiceover. Flix emailed within a month after camp ends. The program is provided by IncrediFlix. 78514 July 29-Aug. 2 • Monday-Friday, 1-4 p.m. • $313 ($250 Resident) • Southeast Recreation Center • Registration deadline: July 22

AURORA YOUTH COMMISSION Ages 14-20 for youth members and ages 21 and older for adults The Aurora Youth Commission serves as a voice for youth in Aurora. The commission advises City Council, the City Manager and the Director of Parks, Recreation & Open Space regarding the interests of youth in Aurora. In addition to providing advice to city leadership, the Aurora Youth Commission allows its members to: • Have FUN • Meet new friends • Represent your school and community • Help others • Learn about Aurora government • Enhance your college application • Give back to your community • Learn to conduct a meeting • Gain valuable volunteer credit To be a part of the commission, you can apply online at AuroraGov.org/OYD. For additional information, you can contact Cameron Ackley at cackley@auroragov.org.

A.R.I.S.E ADAPTIVE RECREATION AND INCLUSION SERVICES FOR EVERYONE Mission: Encourage meaningful recreation opportunities and programs for individuals of all ability levels to enhance and expand social, cognitive, affective and physical abilities.

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INCLUSION SERVICES Available for all recreation camps. Available to provide assistance to all ages of individuals with or without disabilities to participate in recreation programs together. An assessment can be completed to determine what program modifications and/ or inclusion aide services are needed.

MINI CAMP Ages 13 and older Engage in a variety of cognitively and physically stimulating workouts, games and creation activities with daily excursions throughout Colorado. June 3-Aug. 9 • Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. • $50 ($40 Resident)-$75 ($60 Resident) per participant/ day • Central Recreation Center

FUNDING ASSISTANCE City of Aurora can reduce fees for residents on limited incomes. Call any recreation center for eligibility and an application. Developmental Pathways scholarship funding is available for active members, except for swim lessons. For more information, please email arise@auroragov.org or call 303.326.8410/720.859.4984. You can see all classes at AuroraGov.org/ARISE.

ART CAMPS This is a fun and informal way for children to create art projects, make friends and enjoy the summer. Each week is a different subject. Bring snacks each day, plus water or water bottle. All art supplies provided. All camps held at Aurora Public Library Central Location. For more information about our art and music camps, visit AuroraGov.org/ArtClasses

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POLYMER CLAY Ages 7-13 Let your child get lost in the world of color making cute characters with polymer clay. Students will learn general sculpting techniques while making small animals, figures and decorations out of polymer clay. 79876 June 17-21* • Monday-Friday, 1:30-4:30 p.m. • $144 ($115 Resident) • Aurora Central Library - Cultural Services Studio *No class Wednesday, June 19

ART CAMP MORNINGS Ages 6-10 This is a fun and informal way for children to create art projects, make friends and enjoy the summer. 80740 June 24-27 80741 July 8-11 • Monday-Friday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. • $125 ($100 Resident) • Aurora Central Library - Cultural Services Studio

COMIC AND ANIME DRAWING 1 Ages 10-15 Learn the basic building blocks of drawing, character design and creating dynamic poses. 79876 June 24-27 • Monday-Thursday, 1:30-4:30 p.m. • $144 ($115 Resident) • Aurora Central Library - Cultural Services Studio

ART CAMP Ages 10-15 This is a fun and informal way to create art projects, make friends and enjoy the summer. 79878 July 8-11 • Monday-Thursday, 1:30-4:30 p.m. • $144 ($115 Resident) • Aurora Central Library - Cultural Services Studio

MAKING COMICS AND ANIME Ages 10-15 This class focuses on putting your character drawing together with telling a story. Learn how to add details to finish your comic. 79879 July 29-August 1 • Monday-Thursday, 1:30-4:30 p.m. • $144 ($115 Resident) • Aurora Central Library - Cultural Services Studio

AURORA HISTORY CAMPS These fun and educational camps with a focus on history, culture and local stories are led by museum professionals. Camps are three-hours a day Monday through Friday.

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MOSAIC OF CULTURES: NEPAL Ages 7-13 Join us for this very special camp in support of our Mosaic of Cultures: Aurora’s Nepali Community exhibit. In this camp, we will be joined by professional artists, performers and musicians from Colorado’s Nepali community. Learn about the cultures of Nepal while engaging in a variety of arts, crafts, music and dance. 79855 June 10-14 • Monday-Friday, 8:30-11:30 a.m. • $110 ($88 Resident) • Aurora History Museum

WRITE YOUR OWN COMIC Ages 10-16 Do you love comics? Have you ever thought of creating your own? During this week-long summer camp, we give you the tools you need to create your own comic! Each day, you will build your writing and drawing skills while learning about the process of creating a comic. At the end of camp, you will have your own comic to take home! Practice your literacy and drawing skills in a fun, relaxed environment. 79856 July 8-13 • Monday-Friday, 8:30-11:30 a.m. • $100 ($80 Resident) • Aurora History Museum

THE HISTORY OF WRITING Ages 7-13 Have you ever wondered how writing was invented? In this STEAM-based camp, we will learn what writing is, investigate the first writing systems, make our own cave paintings, make paper from recycled scraps and explore one of the world’s greatest inventions: the printing press. Join us for this action-packed camp to learn all this and more. 79857 July 22-26 • Monday-Friday, 8:30-11:30 a.m. • $100 ($80 Resident) • Aurora History Museum

YOUTH AND JUNIOR CHEF COOKING CAMPS Our cooking classes are designed to develop age-specific skills, promote community, demystify scratch cooking across cultures and promote fruit and vegetable consumption. We can help you become a confident home cook with our approach to cooking: empowering, practical and fun!

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KIDS SUMMER COOKING CAMPS

THIS TASTY WORLD

Ages 7-10 (unless otherwise noted) Join us for a week of cooking fun! In these cooking day camps, our talented chef instructors will help youth explore and create delicious meals, develop fundamental cooking skills and, most importantly, HAVE FUN! • $200 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon (unless noted)

Take a bite of the tasty world we live in and sign up for a week of exploring dishes from around the globe. These well-traveled tastebuds will have fun filling out their summer cooking passport throughout the week while learning kitchen tips and tricks. Bon appétit and bon voyage! 78111 June 24-28 • Central Recreation Center

KIDS BAKING ACADEMY

ONCE UPON A CHEF

Master the art of confectionery by learning the fundamentals of baking and exploring French Pastry techniques. Throughout the week, bakers will work together to learn the fundamentals of baking while exploring sweet and savory treats! 78108 June 3-7 • Central Recreation Center 78109 July 8-12 • Moorhead Recreation Center

Join us for a flavorful fairy tale where imagination meets cooking. Recipe questers will join forces to cook up a scrumptious storyline all week as they are presented with “forks in the recipe,” where they will have to choose a path of the recipe. Sign up and see if your dish will end up happily ever after. 78114 July 22-26 • Moorhead Recreation Center

KIDS CHEF ACADEMY

Want a taste of culinary school? Chefs will work together to create fun and delicious dishes that introduce fundamental cooking skills to newer cooks, boosting confidence and independence in the kitchen. Menus will explore various cuisines to encourage expanding young palates to try new foods and flavors. 78112 June 10-14 • Moorhead Recreation Center 78113 July 15-19 • Central Recreation Center

JUNIOR CHEF SUMMER COOKING CAMPS Ages 10-14 (unless otherwise noted) • $200 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon (unless noted)

JUNIOR CHEF ACADEMY

Want a taste of culinary school? Junior Chefs will work together to create fun and delicious dishes that introduce fundamental cooking skills to newer cooks, boosting confidence and independence in the kitchen. Menus will explore various cuisines to encourage expanding young palates to try new foods and flavors. 78123 June 3-7 • Moorhead Recreation Center 78125 July 8-12 • Central Recreation Center

JUNIOR CHEF BAKING ACADEMY

Master the art of confectionery by learning the fundamentals of baking and exploring French Pastry techniques. Throughout the week bakers will work together to learn the fundamentals of baking while exploring sweet and savory treats! 78126 June 10-14 • Central Recreation Center 78127 July 15-19 • Moorhead Recreation Center

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MASTER CHEF CAMP

Unleash your creativity and start to become a master chef! Each day, learn a cooking technique and use it to create a winning dish using mystery ingredients. 78128 June 24-28 • Moorhead Recreation Center

THIS TASTY WORLD

JUNIOR GOLF CAMPS Learn grip, stance, short game fundamentals and full swing. Clubs provided if needed. To register for our golf camps, visit GolfAurora.com and click on Junior Golf Camps/Programs.

SUMMER NATURE ADVENTURES Please register for programs directly on the website, AuroraGov.org/NaturePrograms. Please note that if participants plan on bringing a walker or wheelchair, need special accessibility accommodations or dietary considerations, they must notify the Morrison Nature Center at 303.326.8445 when they register to ensure accommodations are met.

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MORRISON NATURE CENTER AT STAR K RANCH SUMMER NATURE ADVENTURES Spend your summer days exploring the Star K Ranch and all its unique habitats! We’ll get our hands dirty with nature activities, learn about summertime wildlife and explore the trails. Each week will have fun themes, and each day will focus on a specific nature skill.

THE CREEPY, CRAWLY AND OH-SO-COOL! Ages 8-12 years While the Big Bad Wolf might not send shivers down your spine, a sizable wolf spider could still trigger some fear. And you’re not alone in that sentiment. However, these creatures go beyond their intimidating appearance. Alongside other kids, take a closer look at the fascinating world of “Creepy Crawlies.” Explore the eerie, spooky, frightening, unsettling and creepy aspects of nature during a dedicated week that unveils the intriguing side of these creatures. 79888 June 4-7 • Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon • $65/per person

DO THE LOCOMOTION: HOW NATURE MOVES

ENCHANTED NATURE: TROLLS, GNOMES AND THE FAIRY FOLK OF STAR K Ages 6-10 years Enchanting stories fill the untamed woods of Star K Ranch. What mysterious creature might be hiding behind the cottonwood tree? Which mythical being rests on the log by the pond? Embark on a journey through the natural world, delving into myths, legends, fairy tales and folk stories. Build confidence, enhance your creativity and make friends as we uncover the enchanting magic that nature harbors during this week of games, activities, storytelling and whimsical fun. 79891 July 16-19 • Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon • $65/per person

Ages 8-12 years Sprint over to Morrison Nature Center for an action-packed week of movement and teamwork. We’re not just improvising; we’re eagerly embracing the opportunity to understand the dynamics of nature in motion. Dive into a pool of ideas about the incredible ways nature moves with games, activities, crafts and insights into the mechanics of movement. Don’t hesitate; pounce on the opportunity to be a part of this! 79889 July 9-12 • Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon • $65/per person

SENAC CREEK NATURE CENTER AT AURORA RESERVOIR While attending programs at Senac Creek Nature Center, reservoir entry is free for the time of the program.

SUMMER NATURE ADVENTURES Spend your summer days exploring the Aurora Reservoir and all its unique habitats! We’ll get our hands dirty with nature activities, learn about summertime wildlife, explore the trails and splash around in the water. Each week will have fun themes, and each day will focus on a specific nature skill.

NATURE’S TREASURE QUEST Ages 6-10 years Embark on a week-long exploration, discovering the extraordinary treasures that nature has to unveil—whether concealed in the past, buried beneath the ground or camouflaged in plain sight! Take on the role of a nature explorer as you build confidence, practice your STEM skills and practice teamwork as you unravel these hidden gems around Aurora Reservoir. 79892 June 11-14 • Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon • $65/per person

AQUATIC ADVENTURES AT CRAWDAD COVE Ages 6-10 years They scuttle, swim, hop and dart through the water. Aurora’s aquatic habitats are filled with life. See the bounty that lives in our waterways and learn how they support healthy ecosystems. You’ll have a chance to catch crawdads, be in and around Aurora Reservoir and learn all about our relationship with water! 79893 June 25-28 • Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon • $65/per person

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INCREDIBLE CRAWDADS AND THEIR AQUATIC KIN Ages 8-12 years Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Aurora’s aquatic creatures. Dive into a week dedicated entirely to aquatics, exploring how humans interact with water and discovering the diverse life within it. If that hasn’t captivated you, the promise of fishing poles, crawdad catching with friends and a host of other activities should reel you in completely! 79894 July 23-26 • Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon • $65/per person

OPEN SPACE FIELD BIOLOGY FOR ADVANCED JUNIOR NATURALISTS Ages 13-16 years Embark on an unforgettable adventure this summer, where young minds ignite their passion for science and nature! From bug hunts and bird watching to creating mini-ecosystems, participants will take an advanced look at the delicate balance that sustains our planet while completing field observations and experiments and having a blast in the fresh air. 79895 June 18 • Tuesday, 8 a.m.-noon • $15/per person • Red-Tailed Hawk Park

THEATRE CAMPS Students create characters, dialogue, monologues, scenes and performance pieces with guidance from experienced theatre professionals. Perform for family and friends on the final day of class. We strongly encourage consistent attendance for all theatre classes. All Cultural Services classes require preregistration. Theatre Booking Page (PerfectMind.com)

Develop lifelong skills such as listening, self-confidence, reading, memorization, focus and concentration. Theatre education and acting classes teach empathy by encouraging young people to play characters. Characters often have different perspectives or come from different circumstances than the actor/student who portrays them. Theatre classes also teach spatial relationships through staging and stage movement. Memorization helps in all areas of academic development. Theatre also helps children and youth gain confidence in public speaking situations. Theatre is a cooperative, interdependent art form with members of the ensemble supporting and relying on each other.

GREEK MYTHOLOGY

AESOPS FABLES

Ages 6-9 Best for beginning students. Create a play and share your creation with family during the final class. 79930 June 3-14 • Monday- Friday, 1:30-4:30 p.m. • $160 ($140 Resident) • Aurora Central Library, Cultural Services Studio

Ages 6-9 Best for beginning and advanced beginners. Devise a script and share your story with your family during the final class. 79978 July 15-26 • Monday- Friday, 1:30-4:30 p.m. • $160 ($140 Resident) • Aurora Central Library, Cultural Services Studio

MYTHOS TEEN

MYTH BUSTERS

Ages 11-17 Best for more experienced students. Rehearse and perform a play. Memorization, consistent attendance and outside class work are required. 80042 June 10-21 • Monday- Friday, 1-5 p.m. • $165 ($145 Resident) • Aurora Fox Art Center, Studio Theatre *No class June 19

Ages 8-12 Best for Intermediate students. Rehearse and perform a play based on the Greek myths of Athena and Arachne, Daedalus and Icarus, King Midas and the Trojan Horse. Memorization, consistent attendance and outside class work are required. 80041 July 15-26 • Monday- Friday, 1-4 p.m. • $160 ($140 Resident) • Tallyn’s Reach Library, Community Room

PUTTIN ON THE MYTHS Ages 8-12 Best for Intermediate students. Rehearse and perform a play based on the Greek myths of Pandora’s Box, Demeter and Persephone, Orpheus and Eurydice. Memorization, consistent attendance and outside class work are required. 80026 June 10-21 • Monday- Friday, 1-4:30 p.m. • $160 ($140 Resident) • Tallyn’s Reach Library, Community Room *No class June 19

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TROJAN WOMEN Ages 11-17 Best for more experienced students. Rehearse and perform a play. Memorization, consistent attendance and outside class work are required. 80046 July 15-21 • Monday- Friday, 1-5 p.m. • $165 ($145 Resident) • Aurora Fox Art Center, Studio Theatre

PRESCHOOL This is a fun and informal way for children to learn new skills, make friends and enjoy the summer. Each week is a different subject. Bring snacks each day, plus water or water bottle. Child must be potty-trained to attend preschool camps.

Come join the city of Aurora Preschool Program, where learning and fun come together for a great hands-on experience. We are currently pre-registering for Fall 2024 classes for children ages 3 and 4 (as of Oct 1, 2024). Please visit our website at AuroraGov.org/Preschool for more information about class offerings, tuition costs, the free Universal Preschool Program and how to secure a spot for the fall! Spaces are limited so sign-up now! ALL 4 YEAR OLDS AS OF OCTOBER 1, 2024 WILL RECEIVE FREE PRESCHOOL. SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE DETAILS.

BECK PRESCHOOL SUMMER EXPLORATION CAMP Ages 4-6 Join us for a summer full of discovery and learning. Each week features a different fun theme for exploring, learning and playing. The full-day camp focuses on essential learning through games, crafts and skill-building activities, along with social experiences and outdoor adventures! Pack a healthy lunch, snack and water bottle. Class runs Monday-Thursday each week, with no classes on Fridays. • Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. • $269 ($215 Resident) • $201.75 ($161.25 Resident)* *No class June 19 and July 4

77887

June 3-6

The Wonderful Week of Disney

77889

June 10-13

Into the Forest (Camping Theme)

77892

June 17-20*

The Science is “Messy”

77894

June 24-27

Travels and Tastings

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July 1-3*

Storybook Summer

77896

July 8-11

Magic “Potions”

77897

July 15-18

Aloha Summer

MINI MAKER STEAM CAMP Ages 3-4 If you love to tinker, explore how things work, create something from nothing or just get messy and create, then this is the camp for you! Come be a mini maker at Beck to solve new challenges, create new works of art and explore the fields of (STEAM) science, technology, engineering, art and math. Pack a healthy lunch and water bottle. 77888 June 4-6 77890 June 11-13 77891 June 18 and 20* 77893 June 25-27 77905 July 2 and 3 77906 July 9-11 77907 July 16-18 • Tuesday -Thursday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. • $123.75 ($99 Resident) • $82.50 ($66 Resident)* *No class June 19 and July 4

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LOWRY PRESCHOOL LEARNING SAFARI CAMP Ages 3-6 (child only) Explore a new theme each week. Meet new friends and learn math, art, language and literacy skills. Bring a healthy snack and water bottle. Attend in the morning or afternoon. Lots of fun new themes to explore. Come two days a week, or you can also combine Monday/Wednesday with Tuesday/Thursday for a four-day week. 78043

June 3 and 5

Construction Zone

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June 10 and 12

Nature Detective

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June 17*

Around the World

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June 24 and 26

Dinosaur Explore

78045

July 1 and 3

Extreme Science

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July 8 and 10

Soaring Through Space

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July 15 and 17

Ocean Explorer

• Monday/Wednesday, 8:30-11:30 a.m. • $62 ($49.50 Resident) • $31 ($24.75 Resident)* *No class June 19 78191

June 3 and 5

Ahoy Matey

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June 10 and 12

Fairy Friends

78193

June 17*

Kaleidoscopes

78194

June 24 and 26

Knights Tale

78195

July 1 and 3

Mini Chefs

78199

July 8 and 10

Robots

78201

July 15 and 17

Mermaids

• Monday/Wednesday, noon-2:30 p.m. • $52 ($41.50 Resident) • $26 ($20.75 Resident)* *No class June 19

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June 4 and 6

Construction Zone

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June 11 and 13

Nature Detective

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June 18 and 20

Around the World

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June 25 and 27

Dinosaur Explore

78042

July 2*

Extreme Science

78048

July 9 and 11

Soaring Through Space

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July 16 and 18

Ocean Explorer

• Tuesday/Thursday, 8:30-11:30 a.m. • $62 ($49.50 Resident) • $31 ($24.75 Resident)* *No class July 4 78204

June 4 and 6

Dinosaur Exploration

78206

June 11 and 13

Enchanted Tea Party

78207

June 18 and 20

Wizard Wonders

78208

June 25 and 27

Emerging Artists

78209

July 2*

Erupting Volcanoes

78210

July 9 and 11

Jump Start to Kindergarten

78211

July 16 and 18

Jump Start to Kindergarten

• Tuesday/Thursday, noon-2:30 p.m. • $52 ($41.50 Resident) • $26 ($20.75 Resident)* *No class July 4

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MEADOWOOD PRESCHOOL SUMMER FUN ADVENTURES Ages 4-6 (child only) must be potty trained Let’s adventure, wonder and explore! Join us for summer adventures as we create and discover. Time in the classroom and time outdoors. Bring a healthy lunch and snack with water. Sunscreen must be applied before camp daily. 78031

June 3-6

All Aboard the Dinosaur Train

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June 10-13

Super-Hero Power Pack Camp

78028

June 17-20*

Food Fun Science

78023

June 24-27

Stars and Space

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July 1-3*

Making Music Together

78026

July 8-11

Let’s Go Camping

78030

July 15-18

It’s S.T.E.A.M. in’

• Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. • $206 ($165 Resident) • $154.50 ($123.75 Resident)* *No class June 19 or July 4

SUMMER FUN EXPLORATION Ages 3 Years Old (child only) must be potty trained Let’s adventure, wonder and explore! Join us for summer adventures as we take storybook journeys, create and discover. Time in the classroom and time outdoors. Bring a healthy lunch and snack with water. Sunscreen must be applied before camp daily. 78054

June 3-6

Under the Sea

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June 10-13

DinoRoar!

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June 17-20*

Animal Action

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June 24-27

Water Works

78052

July 1-3*

Space Adventures*

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July 8-11

Edible Art Exploration

78050

July 15-18

Sensory Science

• Monday-Thursday, 8:30-11 a.m. • $104 ($83 Resident) • $78 ($62.25 Resident)* *No class June 19 or July 4

SNACK AND PLAY Ages 3-5 (child only) must be potty trained. Enjoy having snacks and making new friends. Bring a healthy snack with water only. Child must be 3 years old at the start of the session of choice. Sunscreen must be applied before camp daily. 78025

June 3-6

Bubbles! Bubbles! Bubbles!

78029

June 10-13

All Things Summer

78033

June 17-20*

Fun and Games

78021

June 24-27

Storybook Adventure: Good Night Moon

78032

July 1-3*

Storybook Adventure: The Rainbow Fish

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July 8-11

Storybook Adventure: Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site

78024

July 15-18

Storybook Adventure: The Three Little Pigs

• Monday-Thursday, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. • $124 ($99 Resident) • $93 ($74.25 Resident)* *No class June 19 or July 4

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SUMMER VALLEY PRESCHOOL SUMMER EXPLORATION CAMP Age 3-6 years Join us for a summer full of discovery and learning. Camp runs four consecutive days. Classes offer a variety of activities that include gross motor, math, art, science and engineering. Each day will be filled with a new experience. Choose the morning session or full-day camp. Pack a healthy snack and water bottle. If staying all day, pack a lunch. 78018

June 3-6

To Infinity and Beyond

78015

June 10-13

Walk the Plank

78009

June 17-20*

Roaming with the Dinosaurs

78020

June 24-27

Arctic Freeze

78016

July 1-3*

A Camping We Will Go

78014

July 8-11

Nature Nuts

78013

July 15-18

Super Sleuth Science

Full Day Camp • Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. • $269 ($215 Resident) • $201.75 ($161.25 Resident)* *No class June 19 or July 4 78008

June 3-6

To Infinity and Beyond

78007

June 10-13

Walk the Plank

78011

June 17-20*

Roaming with the Dinosaurs

78012

June 24-27

Arctic Freeze

78017

July 1-3*

A Camping We Will Go

78019

July 8-11

Nature Nuts

78010

July 15-18

Super Sleuth Science

Morning Half Day Camp • Monday-Thursday, 8:30-11:30 a.m. • $124 ($99 Resident) • •$93 ($74.25 Resident)* *No class June 19 or July 4

VILLAGE GREEN PRESCHOOL KINDERCAMP Age 5 or 6 years by 10/1/2024 Completed kindergarten Spring 2024 or starting kindergarten Fall 2024. This hands-on play-based camp will focus on school readiness skills, including social-emotional, literacy and language, math, science and creative arts. We will be adding lots of summer fun outdoors in our beautiful park setting. Child must be toilet-trained. Bring a healthy snack, lunch and a refillable water bottle with water only. Milk will be provided. Apply sunscreen before class. 78005

June 3-6

Under Construction

77997

June 10-13

We Dig Dinosaurs

78003

June 17-20*

Adventures in Space

77999

June 24-27

Mad Scientist Week

78001

July 1-3*

Super-Hero Training

77994

July 8-11

Creative Campers

77993

July 15-18

Under the Sea

• Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. • $206 ($165 Resident) • $154.50 ($123.75 Resident)* *No class June 19 or July 4

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MUNCHKIN MINI CAMP Age 3-4 years Join friends, old and new, as we spend the summer exploring a new theme each week. There is lots of learning and FUN to be had in our beautiful park setting! We will explore science, art and literacy while also supporting social and emotional skills. Child must be toilet-trained. Bring a healthy snack and a refillable water bottle with water only. Apply sunscreen before class. 77995

June 3-6

Super Secret Spy School

78004

June 10-13

Ooey Gooey Science

77996

June 17-20*

Culinary Creations

77998

June 24-27

Let’s Build It

78002

July 1-3*

Art Explosion

78000

July 8-11

Authors Galore

78006

July 15-18

Jr. S.T.E.A.M.

• Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-noon • $124 ($99 Resident) • $93 ($74.25 Resident)* *No class June 19 or July 4

IMAGINATION STATION Age 5-6 years Join friends, old and new, as we spend the summer exploring a new theme each week. There is lots of learning and FUN to be had in our beautiful park setting! We will explore science, art and literacy while also supporting social and emotional skills. Child must be toilet-trained. Bring a healthy snack and a refillable water bottle with water only. Apply sunscreen before class. 78099

June 3-6

Super Secret Spy School

78100

June 10-13

Ooey Gooey Science

78101

June 17-20*

Culinary Creations

78102

June 24-27

Let’s Build It

78103

July 1-3*

Art Explosion

78104

July 8-11

Authors Galore

78105

July 15-18

Jr. S.T.E.A.M.

• Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-noon • $124 ($99 Resident) • $93 ($74.25 Resident)* *No class June 19 or July 4

SPORTS CAMPS Sports offer great opportunities for children to develop while having fun in a group setting. Some of the benefits of joining a traditional sports or eSports camp include physical health, social skills, mental health, sense of teamwork and self-esteem. We offer both internal and contracted camps, but feel free to reach out to city of Aurora staff with any questions for any camp listed.

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SOUTHEAST RECREATION CENTER SOCCER CAMPS

Our sports camps are for all abilities and geared toward individual improvement and play. Our coaches teach the basics and build skills in a supportive and fun environment. Players are grouped by age and ability. Kids will have a day full of games, scrimmages and soccer-themed fun. The week ends with the Dutch Style 4v4 Tournament where participants showcase their skills! Ages 6-9 79612 June 10-14 79356 July 15-19 Ages 10-15 79355 July 8-12 79358 July 22-26 • Monday-Friday, 12:30-3 p.m. • $175 ($140 Resident) • Southeast Recreation Center and Fieldhouse

SKYHAWKS SPORTS CAMPS – INDOOR SKYHAWKS FIT KIDS! CAMPS Ages 8-11 and Ages 11-14 Skyhawks Fit Camps combine fitness, physical literacy and athletic training into one FUN program. Participants will learn how to warm up for their specific sport and master fundamental movement skills. Our programming is designed to increase athleticism, fitness and brain development all while decreasing the chance for sportsbased injuries. June 10-14 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon • $190 • Southeast Recreation Center and Fieldhouse • Register at SkyHawks.Fun

SKYHAWKS GAME ON! CAMP Ages 6-12 This one-of-a-kind Skyhawks camp includes a mix of popular PE games such as kickball, dodgeball, ultimate, capture the flag and more! A chance for everyone to burn some energy and have a great time while playing with friends. No specific sports skills will be taught in this camp. July 15-19 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon • $190 • Southeast Recreation Center and Fieldhouse • Register at SkyHawks.Fun

MINI-HAWK CAMP (BASEBALL, BASKETBALL, SOCCER) Ages 4-6 This baseball, basketball and soccer program gives children a positive ﬁrst step into athletics with lots of encouragement and a big focus on fun. Through games and activities, campers explore balance, hand/eye coordination and skill development at their own pace. July 22-26 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon • $190 • Southeast Recreation Center and Fieldhouse • Register at SkyHawks.Fun

SKYHAWKS SPORTS CAMPS – OUTDOOR SKYHAWKS BASEBALL CAMP Ages 6-12 Learn the fundamentals of fielding, catching, throwing, hitting and base running - all in a fun, positive environment. All equipment except baseball gloves are provided. We use soft safety baseballs and SuperSafe InvinciBats. Please do not bring bats from home. June 3-7 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon • $190 • Olympic Park Ballfields • Register at SkyHawks.Fun

SKYHAWKS VOLLEYBALL CAMP

Ages 8-14 Skyhawks volleyball takes the energy and excitement of this great team sport and puts it all together into one fun-filled program. All aspects of the game are taught through drills and exercises that focus on passing, setting, hitting and serving. June 3-7 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon • $190 • Olympic Park Sand Volleyball Courts • Register at SkyHawks.Fun

Ages 8-14 Skyhawks volleyball takes the energy and excitement of this great team sport and puts it all together into one fun-filled program. All aspects of the game are taught through drills and exercises that focus on passing, setting, hitting and serving. June 17-21 • Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon • $190 • Red-Tailed Hawk Park • Register at SkyHawks.Fun

SKYHAWKS TRACK AND FIELD CAMP

Ages 6-12 Skyhawks track and field camps combine technical development, fundamental techniques and safety with a major focus on fun! For track events, we teach the fundamentals of body positioning, stride, proper stretching and cool-down techniques. This camp also includes field events such as shot put, long jump and javelin. June 10-14 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon • $190 • Sky Vista or Falcon Creek Middle School • Register at SkyHawks.Fun

Ages 6-12 Skyhawks track and field camps combine technical development, fundamental techniques and safety with a major focus on fun! For track events, we teach the fundamentals of body positioning, stride, proper stretching and cool-down techniques. This camp also includes field events such as shot put, long jump and javelin. July 8-12 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon • $190 • Sky Vista or Falcon Creek Middle School • Register at SkyHawks.Fun

MINI-HAWK CAMP (BASEBALL, BASKETBALL, SOCCER)

SKYHAWKS VOLLEYBALL CAMP

Ages 4-6 This baseball, basketball and soccer program gives children a positive ﬁrst step into athletics with lots of encouragement and a big focus on fun. Through games and activities, campers explore balance, hand/eye coordination and skill development at their own pace. June 17-21 • Tuesday-Friday 9 a.m.-noon • $140 • Great Plains Park • Register at SkyHawks.Fun

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Ages 8-14 Skyhawks volleyball takes the energy and excitement of this great team sport and puts it all together into one fun-filled program. All aspects of the game are taught through drills and exercises that focus on passing, setting, hitting and serving. July 8-12 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon • $190 • Red-Tailed Hawk Park • Register at SkyHawks.Fun

SKYHAWKS FLAG FOOTBALL CAMP Ages 5-8 and Ages 8-12 Campers learn skills on both sides of the ball including the fundamentals like passing, receiving, kicking and flag pulling in a fun, positive environment. The week ends with the skills showcase! July 15-19 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon • $190 • Olympic Park Fields • Register at SkyHawks.Fun

SKYHAWKS VOLLEYBALL CAMP Ages 8-14 Skyhawks volleyball takes the energy and excitement of this great team sport and puts it all together into one fun-filled program. All aspects of the game are taught through drills and exercises that focus on passing, setting, hitting and serving. July 22-26 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon • $190 • Olympic Park Sand Volleyball Courts • Register at SkyHawks.Fun

STEM AND PLAY SOCCER CAMP Ages 8-11 and Ages 11-14 This program combines strategic STEMbased activities with traditional Skyhawks soccer instruction and a focus on life skills such as teamwork and sportsmanship. The STEM Sports® soccer curriculum allows participants to get behind the sport they love with modules on soccer ball design, throw-in science, angles, goal-line technology and more! June 17-20 • Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. • $285 • Southeast Recreation Center Fieldhouse • Register at SkyHawks.Fun

STEM AND PLAY VOLLEYBALL CAMP Ages 8-11 and Ages 11-14 This program combines strategic STEMbased activities with traditional Skyhawks soccer instruction and a focus on life skills such as teamwork and sportsmanship. The STEM Sports® soccer curriculum allows participants to get behind the sport they love with modules on soccer ball design, throw-in science, angles, goal-line technology and more! June 24-27 • Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. • $285 • Sky Vista or Falcon Creek Middle School • Register at SkyHawks.Fun

STEM AND PLAY FLAG FOOTBALL CAMP Ages 8-11 and Ages 11-14 This program combines strategic STEMbased activities with traditional Skyhawks flag football instruction and a focus on life skills such as teamwork and sportsmanship. The STEM Sports® flag football curriculum educates participants on receiver glove technology, throwing arm strength, football properties, calculating distances and other subjects. Skyhawks puts the Sports in STEM. July 8-11 • Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. • $285 • Southeast Recreation Center Fieldhouse • Register at SkyHawks.Fun

STEM AND PLAY BASKETBALL CAMP Ages 8-11 and Ages 11-14 This program combines strategic STEMbased activities with traditional Skyhawks basketball instruction and a focus on life skills such as teamwork and sportsmanship. The STEM Sports® basketball curriculum educates participants on subjects, including velocity and acceleration, basketball shoe design, tracking with technology and much more! July 22-25 • Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. • $285 • Sky Vista or Falcon Creek Middle School • Register at SkyHawks.Fun

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CHALLENGER SOCCER CAMPS - INDOOR

Challenger Sports will provide quality instruction to participants ages (3-14) at a ratio of no more than 15:1 in all areas of soccer, such as dribbling, passing, receiving, shooting and other technical and tactical areas in a fun and safe environment. Challenger Sports will provide each participant with a ball and shirt. This camp is a week of fun, energy and passion for the game. Challenger Sports industry experts have crafted an approach that uses methodologies from all around the world to truly reflect the global nature of the sport. The camps use age-appropriate practices to help players develop at their own pace, learn brand-new skills and become an all-around better player. Ages 3-5 June 24-28, July 29-Aug. 2 • Monday-Friday, 8-8:45 a.m. • $125 Ages 5-14 June 24-28, July 29-Aug. 2 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon • $207 June 24-28, July 29-Aug. 2 • Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (Friday is morning only) • $302 • Southeast Recreation Center Fieldhouse • Register at Challenger.configio.com

CHALLENGER SOCCER CAMPS - OUTDOOR Ages 3-14 Challenger Sports will provide quality instruction to participants ages (3-14) at a ratio of no more than 15:1 in all areas of soccer, such as dribbling, passing, receiving, shooting and other technical and tactical areas in a fun and safe environment. Challenger Sports will provide each participant with a ball and shirt. This camp is a week of fun, energy and passion for the game. Challenger Sports industry experts have crafted an approach that uses methodologies from all around the world to truly reflect the global nature of the sport. The camps use age-appropriate practices to help players develop at their own pace, learn brand-new skills and become an all-around better player. Session 1 June 3-7 Ages 3-5 • Monday-Friday, 8-8:45 a.m. ($120) Ages 5-14 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon ($197) • Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (Friday is morning only) ($297) • Aurora Sports Park Session 2 July 8-12 Ages 3-5 • Monday-Friday, 8-8:45 a.m. ($120) Ages 5-14 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon ($197) • Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (Friday is morning only) ($297) • Skills Park Session 3 July 22-26 Ages 3-5 • Monday-Friday, 8-8:45 a.m. ($120) Ages 5-14 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon ($197) • Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (Friday is morning only) ($297) • Red-Tailed Hawk Park • Register at Challenger.configio.com

BIG RED BASKETBALL CAMP Ages 8-16 Boys and Girls. Longest-running basketball camp in the metro area! Get individual instruction on passing, dribbling, shooting and team play in game situations. The fee includes a certificate and T-shirt. Bring your own ball with your name on it, lunch and drink. 79253 June 4-6 • Tuesday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. • $155 ($114 Resident) • Rangeview High School 79254 June 18-20 • Tuesday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. • $155 ($114 Resident) • Rangeview High School

CORE PLUS: CREATIVE SKILLS WEEK Ages 6-14 Week-long soccer-specific training programs geared for the athlete looking to amplify their game. These camps take your players to the next level, teaching them to play without fear and unlocking advanced street skills. Creative Skills camps accelerate a player’s learning and assist them in producing a better performance on the field. This camp also focuses on the psychological and philosophical combined aspects to create an atmosphere that fosters creative player development. With the combination of 3v3 inflatable fields, music and coaches that can inspire and motivate young players, you will not find another camp like this! All campers receive a jersey and soccer ball. Watch this taster video: https://vimeo. com/883288955 June 17-21 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon • $217 • Red-Tailed Hawk Park • Register at Challenger.configio.com

INDOOR PICKLEBALL AND TENNIS YOUTH PICKLEBALL CAMPS Ages 11-16 Are you looking for a summer camp that your child will absolutely adore? Look no further! We are super excited to announce the launch of our Summer Youth Pickleball Program - a fun and engaging way for your child to learn the exciting sport of pickleball. We’ll start with the basics, including paddle skills and scoring. Our days will be packed with fun games - all designed to be an absolute blast while learning a new skill. This is a fantastic opportunity to introduce your child to the fastest-growing sport in America. All you need to do is ensure that your child wears comfortable tennis shoes and brings sunscreen and a water bottle - we’ll take care of the rest! Session 1 June 10-14 • Registration deadline: May 20 Session 2 June 24-28 • Registration deadline: June 3 Session 3 July 15-19 • Registration deadline: June 24 Session 4 July 29-Aug. 2 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon • $195 • Utah Park Tennis Courts • Registration deadline: July 8

YOUTH TENNIS CAMPS Ages 6-11 Are you looking for the perfect summer camp for your child? Look no further than Advantage You Summer Youth Tennis Camps! Our highly skilled instructors offer top-quality tennis lessons, along with exciting games and activities to keep your child engaged and entertained. Our schedule is packed with fun activities that your child will love, while also helping them improve their tennis skills. Don’t miss out on this incredible experience for your little tennis players. We hope to see your child at one or multiple youth camps this summer. We strive to provide the best possible service to all of our campers. Session 1 June 3-7 • Registration deadline: May 13 Session 2 June 17-21 • Registration deadline: May 27 Session 3 July 22-26 • Registration deadline: July 8 Session 4 July 29-Aug. 2 • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon • $195 • Utah Park Tennis Courts • Registration deadline: July 8 Brought to you by:

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ESPORTS LEGO® ROBOTICS CAMP Ages 7-10 Explore the Lego® Robotics world with us! Participants gain real-world problem-solving experiences through a guided, global robotics program, helping today’s youth build a better future. 79621 June 10-13 • Monday-Thursday, noon-2 p.m. • $110 ($88 Resident) • Expo Community Center • Registration deadline: June 3

MINECRAFT CAMP Ages 7-10 Join us during Summer break and put your hard hat on: we’re building worlds! Campers will make friends, gain fundamental skills and play Minecraft, all while expanding their creativity and ingenuity. 79620 June 24-27 • Monday-Thursday, noon-2 p.m. • $110 ($88 Resident) • Expo Community Center • Registration deadline: June 17

FORTNITE BATTLE CAMP Ages 11-16 Are you looking to improve your skills in Fortnite and train like the pros? We can teach you key characteristics of winning a battle royale. Your teamwork, communication and focus will determine the fate of your team. Come learn how to strategize and perfect the Victory! 79619 July 8-11 • Monday-Thursday, noon-2 p.m. • $110 ($88 Resident) • Expo Community Center • Registration Deadline: July 1

ROCKET LEAGUE READY CAMP Ages 7-10 Ever curious about what it is like to be a part of a Rocket League Team? In this camp, players will engage with their teammates in and out of the game to develop in-game skills and strategies designed to help them become better players. Come practice communication, work ethic, interpersonal techniques and problem-solving in your efforts to win matches. 79618 July 22-25 • Monday-Thursday, noon-2 p.m. • $110 ($88 Resident) • Expo Community Center • Registration deadline: July 15

SUMMER READING PROGRAM To learn more about Summer of Imagination at your local Aurora Public Library please visit AuroraGov.org/SummerOfImagination. Registration can occur online or in-person at your library. Free books available while supplies last. Raffle prize winners will be contacted in August 2024.

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LIBRARY SUMMER OF IMAGINATION: ADVENTURE BEGINS AT THE LIBRARY All ages Be part of Aurora Public Library’s Summer of Imagination: Shared Stories. For nine weeks, children, teens and adults participate in a summer of adventure through reading and themerelated programs. Participants who sign up will receive a free book and a reading log. Libraries will offer kickoff parties and dozens of programs for all ages. Participants will also have a chance to collect fun prizes throughout the program June 1-Aug. 3 • Free • Details at AuroraGov.org/SummerOfImagination

l a w a r d h t i W POLICY Withdrawal Policy: Withdraw requests will be approved if the request is made five business days or more before a program’s start date unless another specified withdrawal deadline is stated in the program description. Some programs have specific withdrawal deadline dates-based requirements or restrictions for the program. Withdrawal requests made less than five business days before the program start date are not guaranteed. Please reach out to recreation@auroragov.org for further assistance.

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