EXTENDED SUPERVISION STUDIOS
NEW FOR SUMMER: Late Studio extended time!*
As a supplement for students in camps at Lakewood Cultural Center and Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park ONLY, we offer extended supervised studios. You may register before or on the first day of each camp week.
No drop-in or single-day registrations are allowed. Parents dropping off early or picking up late by five minutes or more will be charged an additional $10 per day. Late pickups for Late Studio after the five minutes will automatically be enrolled into Late Studio Plus.
AGES: 5–15
$10/week per studio (Early, Lunch, Late)
*$5/week for Late Studio Plus — LCC only (30-minute extension)
Save $5 by registering for all three, 1-hour LCC Summer Studios
CULINARY
Information: 303-987-7850
HLBP: Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park, 801 S. Yarrow St.
Extended supervision may be available at HLBP camps.
LINK: Link Recreation Center, 1295 S. Reed St.
Food Allergies/Dietary Restrictions: Due to the large variety of food allergies and restrictions, we are limited in adapting every recipe. Parents must provide a list all food sensitivities and allergies and we will find the best options for your needs. These classes use meat and animal biproducts (eggs, cheese, milk, etc.) in recipes when called for. Please note our kitchen is NOT a gluten-free or nutfree environment.
CAMP CANNING AND PICKLING CAMP
What do pickles, butters and jellies have to do with preserving our favorite foods? Learn the sustainable skills that preserve food while creating something new and delicious. Come see what’s in store!
Ages: 8-12
$140 Early registration price, $150 Regular price
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WACKY RETRO RECIPES!
Boiled grapefruit?! Cream of Celery!? Jell-O molds galore!? The 20th century provided us with some wild and wacky meals. Travel back in time and create your own wild and retro recipes. Intrigued? So are we! See you at the table!
Ages: 10-15
$120 Early registration price, $130 Regular price (4 days)
(*No class June 19)
SAMPLING FROM AROUND THE WORLD
Explore dishes from around the world! Be prepared to have fun tasting new foods from places like Mexico, France, India, and China!
Session 01 – Ages: 7-10
Session 02 – Ages: 11-15
$140 Early registration price, $150 Regular price
July 28-Aug 1
BASICS OF COOKING
Learn how fun and easy it is to prepare healthy meals while learning the basics of cooking. We start with breakfast meals and move on to lunch, supper, and snacks. Learn how to read a recipe, create and eat a meal, clean up, and follow etiquette rules.
Session 01 – Ages: 7-10
Session 02 – Ages: 11-15
$120 Early registration price, $130 Regular price (4 days)
June 30-July 3
(*No class June 19)
BAKING BOOT CAMP
9 a.m.-noon LINK
Calling all aspiring bakers! Come and learn the basics of baking from scratch. From bread to tarts to sweet goods, you’ll leave with some tasty recipes to show off to family and friends.
Session 01 – Ages: 11-15
Session 02 – Ages: 7-10
$140 Early registration price, $150 Regular price
ROADTRIP U.S.A.
Pack your aprons and taste buds for an exciting week-long journey through the flavors of the United States! We will explore the rich and diverse culinary traditions of different regions across our country. Each day focuses on a distinct area, teaching campers to create delicious dishes inspired by its unique culture and heritage.
Session 01 – Ages: 7-10
Session 02 – Ages: 11-15
$140 Early registration price, $150 Regular price
July 7-11
9 a.m.-noon
HISTORY ADVENTURES
Information: 303-987-7850
HLBP: Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park, 801 S. Yarrow St.
Extended supervision may be available with these camps. Please see page 2 for details.
GAME ON!
Do you love games? Kids in the past did too! What did kids do for fun 20 years ago? 50 years ago? 100? Explore exciting games from Kick-the-Can to Pogs, Tag to Twister! It’s game on!
Ages: 6-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
2-6
CLASSIC CRAFTS
Put your own spin on classic crafts and toys such as dolls, toys, and other crafts. Create your own doll that is uniquely yours, and dive back into a time when kids made their own fun. It’s time to brush up on the classics!
Ages: 6-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
GARDENING ON THE FARM
Campers will see their gardening skills blossom as they learn about history, agriculture and sustainability. Campers will even plant their own take-home garden!
Ages: 6-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
WHATEVER LEATHER CRAFTING
Learn leather stamping, bead sewing, and more as we create together. Make sure to show off your take-home leather projects to friends and family!
Ages: 8-12
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price + $15 materials fee
QUILTERS NEVER QUIT
Say that three times fast! Learn basic sewing skills, both by hand and machine. Create a quilted creation to show off to friends and family!
Ages: 8-12
$106 Early registration price, $116 Regular price (4 days)
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price (5 days)
July 28-Aug 1 Mon-Fri 9
(*No class June 19)
FABRIC FLAIR
Learn embroidery, applique, and beading techniques to give your style even more flair! Create something new or give something you already have more sparkle. Make it fabulous!
Ages: 8-12
$106 Early registration price, $116 Regular price (4 days)
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price (5 days)
class June 19)
HOMEBOUND HAYRIDES
Experience school and home life as if you lived in the 1920s. Make butter in the farmyard, ride in a hay wagon and play games at your historic desk in the 1920s schoolhouse.
Ages: 6-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
June 23-27 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-noon HLBP
July 21-25
HARDY HOMESTEADERS
Would you survive the Great Depression of the 1930s? Learn how to plant crops, preserve food, and create toys. Discover just how sustainable, creative, and hardy you can be!
Ages: 6-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
POKEMON IN YOUR BACKYARD
Catch the thrill of the hunt, for Pokémon! Learn the history, science, and art behind everyone’s favorite craze! This handson camp explores parks, historic structures, and pathways and will raise your stakes of learning and fun!
Ages: 6-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
July 7-11 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-noon
July 28- Aug 1 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-noon HLBP
DUNGEONS & DRAGONS LEVEL UP (TWO WEEK CAMP)
Dive into the imaginary world of Dungeons & Dragons during this unique two-week camp! Form a party, defeat monsters, and save the village...all from the comfort of the table. Whether you play as a bard, warlock, or ranger, roll at Nat 20 on Initiative and sign up today.
Ages: 10-15
$270 Early registration price, $290 Regular price
7-18
INVENTIONS IN HISTORY
1-4 p.m.
From the Wright Brothers to Temple Grandin, we are always inventing through science and art. Follow the remarkable path of 20th-century inventions and the stories of those who made them happen!
Ages: 6-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
ROCKS ROCK: WHERE GEOLOGY AND HISTORY FUSE
Think rocks are dull? Think again! Explore fascinating themes such as mining, dinosaurs, fossils, and more! Come and see how rocks, well...rock!
Ages: 6-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
ROCKS ROLL: MUSIC + HISTORY + FUN
Rock out with us as we investigate not only how to rock, but also how to roll. Rock music, rock skipping, pet rocks and more await you. It might seem impossible to cram this much fun into one camp, but that’s just how we roll.
Ages: 6-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
TELL A STORY, SPIN A YARN
Storytelling camp! There are countless ways to tell a great story, from songs and skits to everything in between. Listen to some amazing stories, and create a few of your own.
Ages: 6-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
PERFORMING ARTS
Information: 303-987-7845
LCC: Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway
Extended supervision may be available with these camps. Please see page 2 for details.
DANCE CAMPS (AGES 5-7)
These delightful workshops combine dancing, crafting, and outdoor play (weather permitting). Each camp offers a unique experience with no repeated sessions. Pack a healthy snack and bottled water for your little one!
Bonus! A short, choreographed performance will be presented during the last 15 minutes of camp on Friday.
SUPERHERO DANCE
Calling all future heroes! If your child loves jumping, rolling, and kicking like their favorite superhero, this is the camp for them. They’ll develop rhythm through exciting dance games and action-packed sequences set to superhero theme songs.
Ages: 5-7
$106 Early registration price, $116 Regular price (4 days)
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price (5 days)
DATE
*June 16-20
21-25
(*No class June 19)
FAIRY TALE DANCE
Step into a magical world of fairy tales with enchanting dances, whimsical music, and creative crafts. Your little dreamer will love this imaginative journey!
Ages: 5-7
$106 Early registration price, $116 Regular price (4 days)
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price (5 days)
21-25
(*No class June 19)
JUNGLE JAM
Go wild with moves inspired by jungle animals! Campers will stomp, leap, and prowl to rhythmic beats, creating routines that are playful and creative.
Ages: 5-7
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
BALLERINAS AND CAVALIERS DANCE
Twirl into the enchanting world of ballet! This camp introduces graceful movements, imaginative play, and dressup fun, inspiring a love for dance and creativity.
Ages: 5-7
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
DANCE CAMPS (AGES 8-13)
These dynamic workshops offer a fun and supportive space for dancers to build confidence and explore their skills to contemporary beats. Bring a healthy snack, bottled water, and plenty of energy! All levels are welcome.
Bonus! A short, choreographed performance will be presented during the last 15 minutes of camp on Friday.
LET’S DANCE FUNK
Get funky with a mix of hip-hop, lyrical, and even acrobatic moves! Learn trendy choreography to age-appropriate, upbeat tunes that’ll have campers dancing all day.
Ages: 8-13
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
HIP-HOP & URBAN DANCE
Get ready to groove! This high-energy camp explores cool styles like Popping, Locking, and House, helping dancers develop their unique style and confidence.
Ages: 8-13
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
POMS DANCE CAMP
Get ready to shake, spin, and shine! This camp combines dynamic dance moves, cheer-inspired routines, and lots of teamwork to create a show-stopping performance. Campers will learn choreography to upbeat, age-appropriate music, develop their rhythm and coordination, and have tons of fun building confidence on and off the floor!
Ages: 8-13
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
ADVENTURE INTO CONTEMPORARY DANCE
Bring your love for dance and leap into an unforgettable week! Step into the perfect blend of ballet’s elegance and modern dance’s expressive storytelling. Perfect for newbies who are curious and want to learn more about ballet and modern dance. Camp is set to vibrant, contemporary music that sparks creativity.
Ages: 8-13
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
CREATE-A-DANCE
Let your creativity take center stage! In this camp, dancers will work together to design their own choreography, choose music, and bring their artistic visions to life. With guidance from our instructors, campers will collaborate to create a unique routine that will be their own masterpiece!
Ages: 8-13
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
BROADWAY SHOWOFF
Sing, dance, and shine like a Broadway star! From Annie to Hamilton, campers will learn jazzy moves, stage-worthy showmanship, and participate in a final performance inspired by iconic musicals.
Ages: 8-13
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
MAGIC CAMPS
Step into the world of magic with these engaging and interactive camps, perfect for young and aspiring magicians! Each camp covers unique magic tricks and skills, so you can join one or both without repeating tricks. All magic supplies are included and are yours to take home! Each week concludes with a live Friday performance. Camps are led by the incredible, Braden Carlisle.
MAGIC EXPLORERS
This program is perfect for younger magicians eager to explore the wonders of magic! Creativity takes center stage as students craft and color simple magic tricks, play magical games, and enjoy fun activities. Each lesson includes a Magic Activity Packet filled with a craftable trick, maze, puzzle, jokes, and fun facts.
As students learn the Three Keys of Magic: Make it Fun, Think of Others, and Give Your Best — they also gain priceless communication and teamwork skills. Through magic, your child will interact with others, put down their screens, and grow in confidence — all while having a blast!
Ages: 7-9
$195 Early registration price, $205 Regular price
DISCOVER MAGIC
Discover Magic is a specially designed curriculum for older magicians, blending the art of magic with meaningful life lessons. Students receive custom-made props, magic file folders, and access to a secret video vault for even more magic and lessons!
Each lesson focuses on the Eight Traits of a True Magician: Respectful, Prepared, Enthusiastic, Confident, Humble, Creative, Authentic, and Giving. Campers will learn, perform, and present tricks while playing magical games and enjoying other fun activities.
Not only will your child master amazing tricks, but they will also develop confidence, creativity, and people skills that will last a lifetime.
Ages: 10-15
$195 Early registration price, $205 Regular price
MUSIC & THEATER
DRAMATIC EXPRESSIONS:
CREATE, PERORM, SHINE!
Let your creativity take center stage in this exciting theater camp where we will develop acting skills: voice projection, body language, and stage presence. We will also collaborate as a cast to write an original script. Family and friends are invited to witness this one-of-a-kind production, showcasing the campers’ creativity and hard work. Lunch Studio included.
Ages: 7-11
$212 Early registration price, $232 Regular price (4 days)
*June 16-20 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-4 p.m. LCC
(*No class June 19)
MUSICAL THEATER PERFORMANCE (TWO WEEK CAMP)
Do you have a young thespian who is ready for the stage? Actors will get the full musical theater experience through rehearsals and a performance. Students will learn acting, singing, and dancing techniques along with performance skills. The performance will be on the last day and students must be available both weeks. The musical titles and synopsis are available online. All levels are welcome. Lunch Studio included.
Ages: 9-15
$450 Early registration price, $465 Regular price (9 days)
$495 Early registration price, $515 Regular price (10 days) DATE DAY TIME LOC
June 23-July 3 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-4 p.m. LCC
July 7-18 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-4 p.m. LCC
July 21-Aug 1 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-4 p.m. LCC
BROADWAY MUSIC REVIEW
This camp is for anyone who loves to showcase their talent. Students create a musical theater revue for a performance on the last day of class. This weeklong camp involves solo and ensemble work in singing, acting, and dancing. Vocal and performance skills are taught to give students a confident and polished performance. Performance on Friday.
Ages: 7-13
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
VISUAL ARTS
AT LAKEWOOD CULTURAL CENTER
Information: 303-987-7845
LCC: Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway
Extended supervision may be available with these camps. Please see page 2 for details.
STORYBOOK DRAMA: BRING STORIES TO LIFE!
Let your imagination run wild where favorite children’s tales leap off the page and onto the stage! Young actors will explore a new storybook each day, working together to act out the tale without a script. Come play, pretend, and perform in a world of storytelling magic! Performances will be held during the last 30 minutes of class.
Ages: 5-7
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
ACTING BASICS
Step into the spotlight and unleash your inner star! Campers will dive into the exciting world of theater and performance, exploring essential acting skills and techniques in a fun, supportive environment. Learn the importance of teamwork, gain confidence, and discover the joy of being on stage. The week wraps up with a short performance where participants can showcase what they’ve learned to family and friends.
Lunch Studio included.
Ages: 9-13
$270 Early registration price, $290 Regular price
Come and enjoy our art classes, where campers are encouraged to experiment and develop new ideas. Mediums explored within each camp could be one or more of the following: drawing, painting, watercolor, pastel, sculpture, pottery, jewelry, metalsmithing, weaving, fibers, printmaking and mixed media.
FOR AGES 5-7
DEEP SEA ADVENTURE
Dive into the wonders of the ocean! Create an underwater world with colorful, textured sea creatures — real and imagined — using drawing, collage, and sculpture techniques.
Ages: 5-7
$106 Early registration price, $116 Regular price (4 days) DATE
*June 16-20 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-noon LCC
(*No class June 19)
NATURE + ART
Turn nature into art! Use leaves, sticks, and stones to make sun prints, sculptures, and outdoor installations while exploring the beauty of the world around us.
Ages: 5-7
$106 Early registration price, $116 Regular price (4 days)
16-20 Mon-Fri 1-4 p.m.
(*No class June 19)
BUGS GALORE!
Celebrate the world of insects! Campers will create colorful collages and handmade treasures inspired by butterflies, dragonflies, and other fascinating bugs.
Ages: 5-7
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
ANIMAL SAFARI
Go wild with art! Use drawing, painting, and printmaking to craft animals of all shapes and sizes, from roaring lions to graceful giraffes.
Ages: 5-7
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
SHIPS AHOY
Set sail for adventure! Create ocean illustrations, build a ship, and craft a pirate buddy. It’s the perfect camp for little explorers!
Ages: 5-7
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
7-11
STOP MOTION BASICS
Lights, camera, create! Learn stop-motion animation with paper, objects, and even your own moves. Make fun short films using iPads and software provided.
Ages: 5-7
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
7-11
I HEART CAMPING
Love camping? Paint your dream campsite, make a batik handkerchief, and enjoy outdoor-inspired art adventures that bring nature to life.
Ages: 5-7
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
21-25
ART-O-SAURUS
Travel back in time! Draw, sculpt, and paint dinosaurs, fossils, and dino masks in this prehistoric art adventure.
Ages: 5-7
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price DATE
1-4 p.m. LCC
FOR AGES 7-10
PROCREATE BASICS
Explore digital art in Procreate for iPad. Learn to create illustrations and characters! Learn tips using different features and techniques to develop a personal style. iPads provided for use.
Ages: 7-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
METROPOLIS
Create a new city! Underwater? Sure! In a tree? Absolutely! From thumbnail drawings, all the way to a miniature scale model of “Yourtown,” the possibilities are endless when you use your imagination.
Ages: 7-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
2-6
MINIATURE CREATIONS
Let’s spark that imagination because it’s a small world extravaganza! Design, build and embellish tiny projects to create mini worlds like a tiny dream house, fairy forests or candy shops.
Ages: 7-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
TRAVEL THE WORLD
Kick off summer by going on a trip around the world! Grab your “passport” and let’s explore different countries. We will paint, build sculptures, make collages and use lots of color to create art inspired by the things that make each country unique.
Ages: 7-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
DUCT TAPE!
Be the envy of all your friends when you learn how to use duct tape to construct items, some useful and some simple masterpieces. See what you can create with some great ideas and duct tape!
Ages: 7-10
$106 Early registration price, $116 Regular price (4 days)
*June 16-20 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-noon LCC
(*No class June 19)
FAIRY SANCTUARY
Who wouldn’t love a whimsical creature roaming in the garden? Let’s connect art through the form of painting, sculpture and mixed media to create miniature abodes, flower paintings, toadstools and more to place in our garden.
Ages: 7-10
$106 Early registration price, $116 Regular price (4 days)
*June 16-20
(*No class June 19)
SCREENS & PRINTS
Participate in a printmaking extravaganza! Experiment with printmaking techniques including mono-printing, screen printing, Gyotaku printing and more.
Ages: 7-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
PLUSHIES
Tactile experience awaits you! Learn the basics of designing and sewing to create your own stuffed animals and creatures. Monsters and monster trucks, your imagination is the only limit.
Ages: 7-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
WACKY WOOD
Explore, create and build fanciful sculptures from different shaped wooden pieces. Your imagination is the key in this creative adventure in art! Wear clothes for painting and gluing.
Ages: 7-10
$106 Early registration price, $116 Regular price (4 days)
INTO THE AMAZON
Discover the rainforest and learn about all its animals and flora. From macaws to poison arrow frogs to Venus fly traps, let us see what we can create from this wonderful habitat.
Ages: 7-10
$106 Early registration price, $116 Regular price (4 days)
3
(*No class July 4)
STOP-MOTION ANIMATION
Get ready to bring art to life! Campers will learn to create simple stop-motion animation with oil-based clay, paper and found objects. We will produce some easy and fun short film clips that you can show off to your family and friends! iPads and software are provided for class use.
Ages: 7-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
7-11
IT’S A ZOO OUT THERE!
We find wondrous animals at the zoo! Let’s paint colorful peacocks, draw Zentangle zebras and sculpt a menagerie of our favorite animals.
Ages: 7-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
SPACE EXPLORERS
Blast out of this world and explore far-off planets, stars and galaxies. We will create a universe of art including glowing space posters and sculptures of alien creatures and spaceships.
Ages: 7-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
MIXED MEDIA MAYHEM
Mixed media is a great way to delve into a wide variety of mediums and techniques such as painting, drawing, collage, found-object sculpture and assemblage. Using a variety of materials and techniques, students have fun creating wonderful works of art.
Ages: 7-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
SMÖRGÅSBORD
Calling all foodies! Let’s explore art that’s good enough to eat while looking at the work of artists such as Claes Oldenburg, Wayne Thiebaud and Andy Warhol. We will paint, collage and sculpt to create big and small, visually yummy creations.
Ages: 7-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
28-Aug
MAGICAL & MYTHICAL CREATURES
Fairies, unicorns, griffins, mermaids, Bigfoot! We will use many different mediums such as clay, paint, fabric and paper to bring our favorite characters to life. What will you create?
Ages: 7-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
CANVAS CREATIONS
Learn to connect with images as you explore line, shape, form, gesture, shading and value when creating your own unique painting on a canvas. We use beautiful landscapes, still life and self-portraits as the subject matter in this fun camp.
Ages: 7-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
21-25
KAPOW! BOOM! CRASH!
Superheroes and heroines UNITE! Let’s suit up, gather your allies and save the world! Create, build and have fun making comic book art through drawing, painting, sculpture, fibers and mixed media.
Ages: 7-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
21-25
WIZARDS AND WANDS
1-4 p.m.
Explore the enchanting realm of magic and wonder. Craft a wand, create unique spell writing paper and design a mysterious creature that will roam through a magical forest. This camp is open to all, so unleash your creativity and let the adventure begin!
Ages: 7-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
JOURNEY TO JAPAN
Explore the vibrant world of Japanese traditions and create adorable kawaii art, fold intricate origami designs, and bring mythical dragons to life through drawing and sculpture. From paper crafts to storytelling, unleash your creativity in this fun and colorful camp.
Ages: 7-10
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
4-8
FOR AGES 10-15
ABSTRACT PAINTING
Discover unique ways to create beautiful abstract pieces of art. Peeling, pouring, adding, spinning, blending, dripping — endless possibilities!
Ages: 10-15
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
2-6
STOP MOTION ANIMATION
Get ready to bring art to life! Campers will learn to create simple stop-motion animation with oil-based clay, paper and found objects. We will produce some easy and fun short film clips that you can show off to your family and friends! iPads and software are provided for class use.
Ages: 10-15
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
JUNK JOURNALS
Create the ultimate journal where pages reflect a vibe or tell a story. Take an old book as the base and use any media as content. Learn to make envelopes and pockets to store small items! Paint, collage, stencil, stamp and more to create endless possibilities.
Ages: 10-15
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
WILD WIRE SCULPTURES
Think art can’t jump off the page? Think again! In this camp, you’ll transform wires of all shapes and sizes into amazing 3D masterpieces. From bold reliefs and edgy self-portraits to eye-catching mobiles and sculptures, your creations will be anything but ordinary!
Ages: 10-15
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
PROCREATE PROS
Explore digital art in Procreate for iPad. Create illustrations, characters and animated gifs, plus learn tips to use different features and techniques to grow your own personal style. iPads provided for use.
Ages: 10-15
$106 Early registration price, $116 Regular price (4 days)
*June 30-July 3 Mon-Thu 9 a.m.-noon LCC
(*No class July 4)
PRINTMAKING
Explore various forms of printmaking such as monoprinting, block printing and cyanotype. Let’s try our hand at creating multiple and one-of-a-kind prints. Experimentation encouraged!
Ages: 10-15
$106 Early registration price, $116 Regular price (4 days)
*June 30-July 3
(*No class July 4)
GRAFFITI/URBAN ART
Explore the world of street art culture and be inspired to design original artwork. This camp introduces techniques and experiments with various methods and materials including paint, markers and stencils to create your own artwork.
Ages: 10-15
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
14-18
MANGA/ANIME CHARACTERS
Learn how to draw cool manga characters! We will cover drawing facial features, head and body proportions, hairstyles, clothes, basic poses, attitudes and expressions.
Ages: 10-15
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
14-18
EXPERIMENTAL!
Explore various two-dimensional artmaking techniques that many people have never heard of. Come and see the surprising results of applying these methods.
Ages: 10-15
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
STOP MOTION ANIMATION
Get ready to bring art to life! Campers will learn to create simple stop-motion animation with oil-based clay, paper and found objects. We will produce some easy and fun short film clips that you can show off to your family and friends! iPads and software are provided for class use.
Ages: 10-15
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
LARGER THAN LIFE
Delve into the realm of whimsy, fantasy and realism when you create a three-dimensional, life-size figure out of paper, Styrofoam and paint.
Ages: 10-15
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
PROCREATE PROS
Explore digital art in Procreate for iPad. Create illustrations, characters and animated gifs, plus learn tips to use different features and techniques to grow your own personal style. iPads provided for use.
Ages: 10-15
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
4-8
VISUAL ARTS
AT WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ARTS CENTER
Information: 303-987-5436
WH: Washington Heights Arts Center, 6375 W. First Ave.
FLEECY FELTED FRENZY CAMP
Get all warm and fuzzy, learning the magic of turning wool fleece into felt! With simple steps and tools, students can transform sheep wool into shapeable, sculptural objects or beautiful wool “paintings”. Great for young artists interested in fashion, fabric, sculpture and more. Learn different felting techniques and make a fun beginner project.
Ages: 10-15
Instructor: Diana Pemberton
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
MUDSLINGING CAMP
Kids will dive into artistic adventures in sculpture and pottery. Emphasis will be on practicing basic clay skills. Students will be encouraged to explore three-dimensional possibilities in a variety of projects. Kids should wear clothing appropriate for making a mess.
Ages: 6-9
Instructor: Zoey Chapin
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
23-27
PINCH POT PORTRAITURE
1-4 p.m.
Pinch, pull, carve and paint a portrait of yourself or someone you love in this hands-on pottery workshop for little clay artists looking for an awesome afternoon! Explore 3D artmaking techniques while having fun getting your hands dirty in our clay studio!
Ages: 6-9
Instructor: Christine O’Dea
$45 Early registration price, $55 Regular price
FUN WITH FIBERS CAMP
Cozy up and create something special using a variety of yarns and fabrics! Weaving is wonderful for young textile artists! Kids will love exploring its many possibilities, including bracelets, scarves, belts and mats, woven on different types of looms. Bring your creative spirit to this fun and fiber-filled camp.
Ages: 10-15
Instructor: Anita Deen and Robin Wilton
$135 Early registration price, $145 Regular price
MESA VERDE POTTERY WORKSHOP
Young artists will learn how to build and decorate pottery like the Mesa Verde artists of southwest Colorado. Students will also learn about the Mesa Verde Native American culture. Connect to history and make something beautiful! Pots will be fired and may be picked up the following week.
Ages: 10-15
Instructor: Christine O’Dea
$45 Early registration price, $55 Regular price
Family Services
Information: 303-987-2490
LAS: Lasley Cottages, 1391 S. Kendall Court
OPEN TO LAKEWOOD RESIDENTS ONLY.
VIEW REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS: Lakewood.org/FSSummerCamps
School Age Services offers three interactive, fun and educational camps for participants ages 5-12. Children will participate in field trips, community service projects, arts and crafts, organized sports, swimming, climbing and more! Registration fees are nonrefundable.
$175 /child /week + $60 /child registration fee
CAMP GALAXY, AGES 5-6
Information: Kawther Hamdan (720-891-9718)
Outdoor
Information: 303-697-6159
BCLP: Bear Creek Lake Park, 15600 W. Morrison Rd.
NATURALIST CAMP
Have you ever wondered what skills you need to become a naturalist? This camp will test campers’ observation skills, hone their patience and feed their curiosity as they explore the habitats of Bear Creek Lake Park and become true students of the natural world. Space is limited — registration is required.
$120 Resident, Nonresident (includes park entrance fee)
JR NATURALIST CAMP
Ages 6-9
DATE
NATURALIST CAMP
Ages 10-13
CAMP ODYSSEY, AGES 7-9
Information: Reyna Vigil (720-883-6398)
CAMP E.C.O., AGES 10-12
Information: Natalie Trejo-Rosiles (720-404-7506)
Sports & Recreation
COMBO CAMPS
Information: 720-963-5384
LINK: Lakewood Link Recreation Center, 1295 S. Reed St.
GYMNASTICS / SWIM CAMP
This camp allows kids to explore the sport of gymnastics and work on individual skills during the morning hours, followed by fun and games in the Link swimming pool in the afternoon.
Ages: 5-12
$190 Resident, $215 Nonresident
NINJA / SWIM CAMP
This camp will get you well on your way to becoming a Ninja! Activities include Ninja-style obstacle courses and games focusing on endurance, balance, and strength during the morning followed by fun and games in the Link swimming pool in the afternoon.
Ages: 7-12
$190 Resident, $215 Nonresident
GYMNASTICS / CLIMBING CAMP
The gymnastics and climbing combo camp is a fun place for kids to work on individual gymnastics skills and learn the basic techniques of rock climbing in a safe and supervised environment.
Ages: 5-12
$190 Resident, $215 Nonresident
June 9-13 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-3 p.m. LINK July 7-11 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-3 p.m. LINK July 21-25 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-3 p.m. LINK Aug 4-8 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-3 p.m. LINK
PRE-K POWER
This camp is designed to give pre-k toddlers a first taste of summer camp! We will keep your kids excited and engaged with games, gymnastics, rock climbing and more with ageappropriate equipment. Participants in this camp must be potty trained.
Ages: 3-4
$95 Resident, $107 Nonresident
KINDERCOMBO
This camp is designed to keep younger kids interested and engaged by allowing them to try several sports from our various recreation camps. Different daily activities include gymnastics, ninja courses, rock climbing, and games.
Ages: 5-6
$95 Resident, $107 Nonresident
KINDERCOMBO / SWIM
This camp is designed to keep younger kids interested and engaged by allowing them to try several sports from our various recreation camps. Different daily activities include gymnastics, ninja courses, rock climbing, and games in the morning, followed by pool time or water games in the afternoon.
Ages: 5-6
$190 Resident, $215 Nonresident
BEGINNER CLIMBING / SWIM CAMP
For beginning rock climbers with little or no experience who want to learn the essential skills and techniques of this awesome sport! Monday through Thursday will be indoor climbing (9 a.m.-noon), followed by fun and games in the Link pool. Friday will be an all-day (8 a.m.-3 p.m.) outdoor climbing day, weather permitting.
Ages: 6-12
$190 Resident, $215 Nonresident
INTERMEDIATE CLIMBING / SWIM CAMP
For participants who have experience and are looking to improve their climbing strength and technique. MondayThursday mornings will be at the climbing wall, followed by fun in the Link pool in the afternoons. Friday will be an all-day (8 a.m.-3 p.m.) outdoor climbing day, weather permitting.
Ages: 8-12
$190 Resident, $215 Nonresident
SKILLS CAMPS
Information: 720-963-5384
LINK: Lakewood Link Recreation Center, 1295 S. Reed Street
GYMNASTICS
This camp allows kids to work on individual gymnastics skills using all the gymnastics apparatus, in a fun and safe environment. We will also incorporate various games that will help build strength and stamina in your gymnast!
Ages: 5-12
$190 Resident, $215 Nonresident
CHEERLEADING
Participants will learn cheers, jumps, stunts, and tumbling, in this fun, high-intensity cheer camp. Whether you are new to cheerleading or want to improve skills you have already learned, this camp is for you!
Ages: 5-12
$190 resident, $215 Nonresident
HALF DAY CHEERLEADING
Ages: 5-12
$95 Resident, $107 Nonresident
NINJA
This camp will get you well on your way to becoming a Ninja! Activities will include Ninja-style obstacle courses and games focusing on endurance, balance, and strength.
Ages: 7-12
$190 Resident, $215 Nonresident
14-18
BEGINNER CLIMBING
For beginning rock climbers with little or no experience who want to learn the essential skills and techniques of this awesome sport! Monday through Thursday will be indoor climbing days (9 a.m.-noon), and Friday will be an outdoor climbing experience (8 a.m.-3 p.m.), weather permitting.
Ages: 6-12
$160 Resident, $187 Nonresident
INTERMEDIATE CLIMBING
For participants who have experience and are looking to take their climbing to a higher level. Improve your strength, technique, and confidence. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday will be indoor climbing days at the Link (9 a.m.-noon) and Tuesday and Thursday will be outdoor climbing, (8 a.m.3 p.m.), weather permitting.
Ages: 8-12
$200 Resident, $234 Nonresident
ADVANCED
CLIMBING
This camp is for participants who already have more advanced skills. Improve your strength, technique, and confidence, and take those skills outdoors. Monday and Wednesday will be indoor climbing (9 a.m.-noon). Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday will be outdoor climbing (8 a.m.3 p.m.), weather permitting. Prior instructor approval is required for this camp.
Ages: 8-15
$241 Resident, $280 Nonresident
14, 16
15, 17, 18
SUPERTOTS SPORTS
Information: 303-222-8039 AskColorado@Skyhawks.com TO REGISTER FOR THESE CAMPS, VISIT: Lakewood.org/SuperTots
Actual start times fall within the range listed. For exact class times please visit the SuperTots website.
SOCCERTOTS
SoccerTots is our flagship program! Our classes focus on developing motor skills and self-confidence while also learning balance, dribbling, foot-eye coordination and running control. We also introduce an element of light competition.
Ages: 2-5
$75 Resident, Nonresident
AP: Addenbrooke Park
CGP: Coyote Gulch Park
CP: Carmody Park
CWRC: Charles Whitlock Recreation Center
DP: Daniels Park
EE: Emory Elementary
JP: Jackson Park
RRP: Ray Ross Park
BASEBALLTOTS
BaseballTots classes focus on fine and gross motor skills as well as body control. We teach all the baseball basics, such as throwing, catching, hitting and running. We are excited to help these little ones develop a love of the game!
Ages: 2-5
$75 Resident, Nonresident
HOOPSTERTOTS
HoopsterTots classes focus on dribbling, passing, shooting and teamwork. Adjustable hoops and appropriately sized basketballs are used to always provide just the right amount of challenge.
Ages: 2-5
$75 Resident, Nonresident
FIRST DOWNTOTS
These classes focus on using fun games and activities to learn the basics of football, develop fundamental movement skills, and gain self-confidence. We use smaller foam footballs and other age-appropriate equipment to work on skills like running, throwing and catching.
Ages: 3-5
$75 Resident, Nonresident
3-5
VOLLEYKATS
These classes focus on building fine and gross motor skills while introducing the game of volleyball. Utilizing beach balls, oversized soft-sided volleyballs and shorter nets, we work on skills such as hitting and volleying while improving hand-eye coordination and balance.
Ages: 2-5
$75 Resident, Nonresident
2-5 July 7-28
SKYHAWKS SPORTS
Information: 303-222-8039 AskColorado@Skyhawks.com
TO REGISTER FOR THESE CAMPS, VISIT: Lakewood.org/Skyhawks
BASKETBALL CAMP
This fun, skill-intensive program is designed to teach the fundamentals of basketball through skill-based instruction and small-sided scrimmages. Using our progression-based curriculum, we focus on the whole player.
Ages: 8-14
$190 Resident, Nonresident
FLAG FOOTBALL CAMP
Skyhawks Flag Football teaches fundamental skills on both sides of the ball including passing, receiving, kicking and flag pulling in a fun, positive environment. The week ends with the Skyhawks skills showcase!
Ages: 6-12
$190 Resident, Nonresident
MINI HAWK CAMP
This baseball, basketball and soccer program gives children a positive first step into athletics with lots of encouragement and a big focus on fun. Campers explore balance, hand/eye coordination and skill development through exciting games and activities.
Ages: 4-6
$190 Resident, Nonresident
CWRC: Charles Whitlock Recreation Center
Daniels Park
Emory Elementary
Jackson Park RRP: Ray Ross Park
SOCCER CAMP
Skyhawks Soccer allows your young athlete to gain the skills and sports knowledge required for their next step into soccer. Areas of focus are dribbling, passing, shooting and ball control. Your child will learn new life skills, make new friends and improve their soccer skills.
Ages: 6-12
$190 Resident, Nonresident
BEGINNING GOLF
This camp is powered by Payne Stewart Golf Experiences, the recommended entry-level golf program for PGA Junior Golf Camps. The unique, game-based play program and modified learning equipment make it easier for kids to hit the ball and experience early success. Please do not bring clubs from home.
Ages: 5-9
$190 Resident, Nonresident
VOLLEYBALL CAMP
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, spiking, hitting and serving.
Ages: 8-14
$190 Resident, Nonresident
BEGINNING CHEERLEADING CAMP
Skyhawks cheerleading teaches the essential skills to lead crowds and support the home team! Campers will learn cheers, proper hand and body movements and jumping techniques. There is no stunting, just a big focus on fun. The week concludes with a choreographed performance.
Ages: 5-9
$190 Resident, Nonresident
SOFT LACROSSE CAMP
Athletes will learn the fundamentals of stick handling, cradling, padding and shooting in a fun, non-checking environment. We use soft training balls and provide lacrosse sticks, but you can bring your own! We do not use helmets or gloves. Please do not bring helmets or gloves from home.
Ages: 6-12
$190 Resident, Nonresident
21-25
PICKLEBALL CAMP
Skyhawks Pickleball is a fun, skill-building entry into the fastest-growing paddle sport in the country! Staff will teach core fundamentals and techniques of groundstrokes, volleys and serves. Pickleball paddles will be provided, but we encourage you to bring your own! Programs fill quickly due to limited court space.
Ages: 6-12
$190 Resident, Nonresident
GAME ON! CAMP
Skyhawks Game On! Camp is the perfect blend of kickball, dodgeball, ultimate, capture the flag plus more. It is the game extravaganza your kids won’t want to miss! No need to worry about sports skills; this camp is all about having a blast with friends.
Ages: 6-12
$152 Resident/Nonresident price (4 days)
$190 Resident/Nonresident price (5 days)
21-25
(*No class July 4).
BASEBALL CAMP
AP
Learn the fundamentals of fielding, catching, throwing, hitting and base running in a fun, positive environment. All equipment is provided except gloves. We use soft safety baseballs and SuperSafe InvinciBats.
Ages: 6-12
$190 Resident, Nonresident
TRACK AND FIELD CAMP
Skyhawks track and field camp combines technical development, fundamental techniques, and safety with a major focus on fun! Our staff covers the fundamentals of body positioning, stride, proper stretching and cool-down techniques.
Ages: 6-12
$152 Resident/Nonresident
30-July 3
FIT KIDS! CAMP
Elevate your game while playing games! Experience fitness workouts for kids with a twist. This new Skyhawks program seamlessly integrates fitness, physical literacy, and athletic training into a fun and exciting experience!
Ages 8-12
$190 Resident, Nonresident
FLAG RUGBY CAMP
Crouch, bind, set into a thrilling Skyhawks Flag Rugby experience in partnership with Imagine Rugby and Major League Rugby! This program focuses on fun, safety, and fundamental skills like passing and flag-pulling. Skyhawks Flag Rugby also teaches life skills while emphasizing teamwork and sportsmanship.
Ages 6-12
$190 Resident, Nonresident
FIELD HOCKEY CAMP
Join Skyhawks for an exciting introduction to Field Hockey, a sport with global appeal! Developed with USA Field Hockey, this program teaches basics like stickhandling and passing in a game-based environment. Perfect for young athletes looking for a fast-paced sport that focuses on teamwork!
Ages: 6-12
$190 Resident, Nonresident
7-11
AP: Addenbrooke Park
CGP: Coyote Gulch Park
CP: Carmody Park
CWRC: Charles Whitlock Recreation Center
DP: Daniels Park EE: Emory Elementary JP: Jackson Park
RRP: Ray Ross Park
STEM SPORTS
Information: 303-222-8039
AskColorado@Skyhawks.com
GMRC: Green Mountain Recreation Center
CWRC: Charles Whitlock Recreation Center
TO REGISTER FOR THESE CAMPS, VISIT: Lakewood.org/Skyhawks
STEM BASKETBALL
This program combines strategic STEM-based activities with traditional basketball instruction and a focus on life skills. This curriculum teaches participants about velocity and acceleration, basketball shoe design, tracking with technology and much more!
Ages: 8-14
$285 Resident, Nonresident
STEM VOLLEYBALL
This program combines strategic STEM-based activities with traditional volleyball instruction and a focus on life skills. This curriculum teaches participants about calculating contact time, optimal serving, speed and the science behind serving.
Ages: 8-14
$285 Resident, Nonresident
23-26
CHALLENGER SOCCER CAMP
Information: 720-575-0434
KateG@challengersports.com
CP: Carmody Park
LINK: Lakewood Link Recreation Center
TO REGISTER FOR THESE CAMPS, VISIT: Lakewood.org/Challenger
FOUNDATIONAL SKILLS CAMP
This camp is a week of fun, energy and passion for the game. We use age-appropriate practices to help players develop at their own pace and learn new skills. For more information on age-specific camps visit the registration website.
Ages: 3-14
Pricing varies by age
CREATIVE SKILLS CAMP
This camp focuses on taking players to the next level by focusing psychological and philosophical aspects that foster creative player development. We combine two 3v3 inflatable fields, music and coaches that inspire young players to create a camp like none other!
Ages: 5-14
Pricing varies by age
PASSION WITH PURPOSE
ppalimited@gmail.com
CWRC: Charles Whitlock Recreation Center
TO REGISTER FOR THESE CAMPS, VISIT: Lakewood.org/Passion
BOYS & GIRLS YOUTH BASKETBALL SKILLS CAMP
Passion with Purpose Athletics strives to provide the best possible sports instruction, allowing each player to reach their individual potential and inspire a passion within their sport. The camp features individual and group instruction, competitions and games, and basic skills and fundamentals. Beginning and experienced players are welcome!
Ages: 5-14
$200 Resident, Nonresident
SUMMIT ULTIMATE FRISBEE
Information: 720-963-5384
CGP: Coyote Gulch Park, 2501 S. Gladiola Way
CP: Carmody Park, 2200 S. Kipling Street
AP: Addenbrooke Park, 600 S. Kipling Parkway
COLORADO SUMMIT YOUTH ULTIMATE FRISBEE
Join Colorado Summit for an action-packed, non-contact sport experience! Kids will learn the basics of Ultimate Frisbee including throwing, catching and teamwork, in a fun, safe environment. Activities include games, scrimmages and more. Each participant receives a frisbee and a free youth ticket to a Colorado Summit home game.
Ages: 8-14
$190 Resident, Nonresident
9-13
JUNIOR GOLF
AT FOX HOLLOW & HOMESTEAD
Contact: 303-986-7888 | CRInfo@Lakewood.org
TO REGISTER FOR THESE CAMPS, VISIT: Lakewood.org/JRGolf
We have programs for beginner students to 18-hole competitive golfers. Our talented instructors will offer an exciting program of skills, drills, games and fun. All equipment will be provided. Students will be grouped by age within their ability level.
Ages: 7-17
FOX HOLLOW PROGRAM
Instructor: Mike Kramer, PGA
$100 Resident, Nonresident
hole June 9-July 7
6:30-9 a.m. 18 hole June 9-July 7 Mon 6-10:30 a.m.
HOMESTEAD PROGRAM
Instructor: Bryce Tani, PGA
$80 Resident, Nonresident
STEM
CHESSMATES
info@chessmatesfc.com
TO REGISTER FOR THESE CAMPS, VISIT: Lakewood.org/ChessMates
Camp includes lessons from the main instructors and special guest instructors plus lots of games and tournaments with prizes and trophies throughout camp. On the last day, there will be a special Simul where all students will have the chance to play a game at the same time against a National Master!
Ages: 6-11
$140 Resident, Nonresident (4 days)
$175 Resident, Nonresident (5 days)
16-20
14-18
(*No class June 19)
Scan me! Or visit Lakewood.org/Register and search STEM
SCIENCE MATTERS
Information: 303-805-9287
TO REGISTER FOR THESE CAMPS, VISIT: Lakewood.org/ScienceMatters
TAKE A DIVE
Campers will explore marine biology and oceanography through shark dissections, fish anatomy, gyotaku, survival at sea skills, and by designing a submarine! Experience squid dissections, Triassic Triops, whale adaptation labs, and discover unique sea creatures. Join this unforgettable ocean adventure!
Ages: 5-10
$279 Resident, Nonresident
SCIENCE SAMPLER
Our intelligently designed camps help to counter summer learning loss, and this sampler has something for everyone! Become a geologist and go gemstone mining, a chemist exploring polymerization and acid-base reactions, or a wildlife biologist who identifies animal adaptations. Handson learning and variety make for a fun week!
Ages: 5-10
$223 Resident, Nonresident (4 days)
*June 16-20 Mon-Fri 9am-noon
(*No class June 19)
CAMP CSI
Become a Science Explorers CSI! We will use forensic techniques to document evidence, lift fingerprints, analyze mystery powders, conduct simulated blood testing, extract DNA from bananas, perform fiber analysis, and use a black light to uncover hidden clues. See if you will be the one to crack the case!
Ages: 5-10
$279 Resident, Nonresident
SCIENCE ADVENTURES!
We’re transforming our after-school club topics into an unforgettable week-long adventure! Uncover the mysteries of ancient Egypt, build a weather station, discover the science of slime, whip up delicious homemade ice cream, and experiment with chemistry mixtures that fizz and pop. Each day is packed with fun and discovery!
Ages: 5-10
$279 Resident, Nonresident
WIZARDING WONDERS OF SCIENCE
Is it science or magic? You’ll find out! In our half-day camp, you will create erupting foam monsters, conduct amazing air pressure experiments, dig for hidden treasures, unravel the mysteries of illusions and build a spectroscope to explore the vibrant spectrum of light. Stay for the full day and prepare for more captivating discoveries as we investigate creepy creatures, learn clever troll tricks, capture a rainbow in a bottle, make instant snow, mix up glowing slime and conduct lab tests on mystery substances.
Ages: 5-10
$279 Resident, Nonresident
14-18
a.m.-noon
SNAPOLOGY CAMPS
Information: 720-504-5848 Golden@Snapology.com
TO REGISTER FOR THESE CAMPS, VISIT: Lakewood.org/Snapology
RESPONSIVE ROBOTICS WITH CUBELETS
Explore the basic components of robotics by playing with modular cubes known as Cubelets! Each way you snap the cubes together will create a unique robot. Participants work with a partner to figure out how to create lighthouses, vehicles, astrobots, animals and so much more!
Ages: 6-12
$225 Resident, Nonresident
16-20
NINJA ADVENTURES
In Snapology’s Ninja Adventures camp, students will experience what it’s like to be a Ninjago warrior. They will build their favorite characters, dragons and battle arenas using bricks, and also participate in challenge games. When the program is over each child will be a certified Ninjago Warrior!
Ages: 5-12
$225 Resident, Nonresident
14-18
DISCOVERING DINOSAURS/ANIMAL EXPLORERS
Spend half a week as Animal Explorers and half a week
Discovering Dinosaurs. Animal Explorers: Kids will learn where animals live and why an animal’s habitat is important for survival. Discovering Dinosaurs: Your little paleontologist will explore what dinosaurs ate and when they lived while constructing a dinosaur model.
Ages: 4-6
$225 Resident, Nonresident
ATTACKBOTS
In this exciting class, students will build military-inspired robotic models. Children will learn about sensors, gears, pulleys, and programming as they create robotic catapults, crossbows, battleships and more!
Ages: 7-12
$225 Resident, Nonresident
MINIFIGURE MANIA
In this camp, your little builder will play with our secret stash of Minifigures. We will put Minifigures to the test by creating special playgrounds, designing flying tests, and seeing how well they do on our carefully engineered structures! Imagine shrinking yourself to explore the world of Minifigures!
Ages: 5-12
$225 Resident, Nonresident
ANIMATION STUDIO
Create amazing movies with stop-motion animation using LEGO bricks. Children will work in teams to produce their own movie complete with dialogue and sound effects. Movies are uploaded to a secure site for family and friends to experience!
Ages: 6-12
$180 Resident, Nonresident (4 days)
SUPERHEROES
To the Batcave LEGO fans! Design a new superhero, create an adventure, and build cool new superhero sets. What kind of superpowers do you have?
Ages: 5-12
$180 Resident, Nonresident (4 days)
30-July 3
KINDERBOTS
Children will explore the world of robotics as they build simple models that teach the fundamentals of robotic design. Learn about sensors while building drills and magic wands or discover how gears and pulleys create movement while building helicopters and robotic dogs. Your child is sure to have a great time!
Ages: 4-6
$225 Resident, Nonresident
9-13
COMBAT ROBOTS
Can you build the strongest and most agile robot and win a head-to-head combat mission? Learn engineering strategies for building sturdy structures using LEGO bricks and then build a robot for friendly competition. Have a blast playing robot football and complete the hoop challenge in this fun robotics program!
Ages: 7-14
$225 Resident, Nonresident
9-13
POKEMANIA
In this camp, students will explore the Pokémon world and practice Pokémon training skills. They will create training gyms, unique battles, and their own generation of Pokémon. Students will explore real-world science as they examine the habitats, characteristics, and needs of different Pokémon.
Ages: 5-12
$225 Resident, Nonresident
9-13
INCREDIBLE INVENTIONS
Do you enjoy inventing new things? Learn about the process real inventors follow while you help design, build and program robotic models to solve problems using LEGO bricks and robotics! Are you the next Thomas Edison?
Ages: 6-12
$225 Resident, Nonresident
14-18
MINING AND BUILDING
Travel to the Nether with Snapology but watch out for those creepers! Bring Minecraft to life using LEGO bricks. Create a new world, including animals, creepers and a customized LEGO Minecraft character!
Ages: 5-12
$225 Resident, Nonresident
16-20
JR. SCIENTIST ALL ABOUT ANIMALS
This camp invites your little zoologist to analyze birds, construct their way through the butterfly life cycle, build reptiles, and examine insects with the K’NEX Organisms and Life Cycles Kit.
Ages: 4-6
$225 Resident, Nonresident
23-27
JEDI ROBOTICS
Robotics inspired by Star Wars and space travel! Come on an adventure building and programming functional robots using LEGO bricks in this super fun program. Learn about space, space travel and, of course, Star Wars! Build different robots each day!
Ages: 7-12
$225 Resident, Nonresident
JEDI MASTERS
If you love Star Wars, this is the camp for you! Participate in Star Wars themed activities, build scenes from the movie, spaceships, lightsabers, you name it! May the Force be with you.
Ages: 5-12
$225 Resident, Nonresident
SUPERSTRUCTURES
Does your builder enjoy designing buildings or functional spaces for their Minifigures? If so, this program is the perfect space to sharpen their design and building skills! Students will learn to take an idea and turn it into a building in the real world, from creating a floor plan to disaster-proofing the structure.
Ages: 6-12
$225 Residents, Nonresidents
WONDERFUL WIZARDS
Accio! Join spell-binding fun! In this program, learners will explore the magical world that surrounds Harry Potter and creatively design ways to bring their imagination to life. Riddikulus- there’s nothing scary here, just creative fun! Let your learner’s love of magical possibilities fly — Wingardium Leviosa!
Ages: 5-12
$225 Resident, Nonresident
ROBOPETS
Children will build simple animal models that teach the fundamentals of robotic design. Learn about sensors while building a fish or alligator. Learn how gears, wheels, and axles create movement while building robotic dogs or frogs.
Ages: 4-6
$225 Resident, Nonresident
MEGA MACHINE ROBOTICS
Kids will create some of their favorite motorized vehicles out of LEGO bricks, while learning about gear ratio, sensors, pulleys, cranks, and programming! Your child will have fun as they build, learn, and play!
Ages: 7-12
$225 Resident, Nonresident
SCIENTISTS
Does your child love to experiment and ask questions? Snapology’s Scientists program helps children explore their curiosities and cultivate a deep love for science. Students will engage with concepts from astronomy, earth science, biology, chemistry, and physics using LEGO bricks and other interactive learning tools.
Ages: 5-12
$225 Resident, Nonresident
7-11
INSPIRE TO LEARN AND IMAGINE
MYTHICAL ADVENTURES — INSPIRED BY DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS
Join this interactive story where campers take on the role of adventurer in a simplified game system inspired by Dungeons and Dragons that will thrill new and experienced players! Use your imagination to explore unfamiliar lands, solve puzzles, complete challenges, and triumph against evil!
Ages: 7-14
$220 Resident, Nonresident
4-8
ESCAPE ROOM CREATOR CAMP — MYTHICAL CREATURES
Students will use ciphers, puzzles, scavenger hunts, and lock codes to experience Escape Room challenges! We bring our Mythical Adventures escape experience for them to try and escape, then work in small teams to create a mini-escape room that other students will try to solve!
Ages: 7-14
$220 Resident, Nonresident
LITTLE MEDICAL SCHOOL
Information: 404-981-5447
hnash@littlemedicalschool.com
TO REGISTER FOR THESE CAMPS, VISIT: Lakewood.org/LittleMedicalSchool
LITTLE VETERINARY SCHOOL (DOG)
Become a paw-some veterinarian! Participants will role-play the key responsibilities of a veterinarian and learn how to care for a dog. These future veterinarians will learn how to remove ticks, perform a nose-to-tail exam, understand proper animal nutrition and hydration, suture lacerations, and more!
Ages: 6-10
$399 Resident, Nonresident
WILDERNESS MEDICINE
Conquer the great outdoors! Participants will learn about insect and snake bites, poisonous plants, map reading, compass use, identifying animal tracks, and survival techniques such as splint setting, tourniquet use, water purification, hypothermia care, and more!
Ages: 6-10
$399 Resident, Nonresident
LITTLE DOCTOR SCHOOL
Inspired learning today — healthy futures tomorrow! Participants will role-play the key responsibilities of a doctor and learn about vital organs in the human body. They will learn how to use a stethoscope, blood pressure cuff, reflex hammer, practice administering first aid, learn how pharmacists play a role in administering medications, and more!
Ages: 6-10
$399 Resident, Nonresident
OCEAN EXPLORERS: JOURNEY TO BECOME A MARINE BIOLOGIST!
In this dynamic hands-on introduction to marine biology, participants will conduct ocean experiments, adopt a plush sea turtle, partake in a collaborative rescue and release of a Leatherback sea turtle, uncover the mysteries of ocean layers, and explore marine mammals, animal babies, ocean predators, and more!
Ages: 5-12
$399 Resident, Nonresident
WIZE
Information: 832-445-7739 aliya.harris@wizeacademy.com
TO REGISTER FOR THESE CAMPS, VISIT: Lakewood.org/WIZE
Sign up for a full day of camp and receive a $15 discount!
CODING DRONE
Take to the skies in our Drone Coding Camp! Kids will learn to code and control drones, complete challenges, and discover how technology can solve real-world problems. Through hands-on activities, they’ll develop problemsolving skills, teamwork, and an understanding of drone technology in a fun and exciting way!
Ages: 5-10
$200 Resident, Nonresident
2-6
CODING IN MINECRAFT
Minecraft + Coding = Epic Adventure! Campers will learn how to code and create digital worlds in Minecraft. Using block-based and text-based coding, they will complete challenges, build amazing structures, and automate tasks in the game. It is a fantastic opportunity to develop creativity, logical thinking, and collaboration!
Ages: 8-10
$200 Resident, Nonresident
2-6
3D MODELING
Let your imagination soar! Kids will learn how to turn 2D designs into amazing 3D models. Using creative design skills, they will build their own digital masterpieces that they can shape and mold — just like a digital architect! If you love to create and build, this camp is for you!
Ages: 7-10
$200 Resident, Nonresident
June 23-27 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-noon GMRC
July 14-18 Mon-Fri 1-4 p.m. LINK
FOR ADDITIONAL STEM OPPORTUNITIES, SEE STEM SPORTS IN THE SPORTS AND RECREATION SECTION.
Information: 303-987-4824 cgreene@lakewood.org
GMRC: Green Mountain Recreation Center, 13198 W. Green Mountain Dr.
TEEN ADVENTURE CAMP
Teen Adventure Camp is a summer camp option for teens that explores top attractions in Lakewood and the Denver metro area. Adventure field trips can include Water World, Bear Creek Lake Park, laser tag, hiking, volunteering and more. Teens will gain skills in teamwork, leadership and self-confidence while enjoying a summer full of memories, friendships and adventure.
Ages: 13-15
$275 Resident, $300 Nonresident
Kindness Quest
Creative Craze June 23-27 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-3 p.m. GMRC
Sports Shutdown July 7-11 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-3 p.m. GMRC
Invention Expedition July 14-18 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-3 p.m. GMRC
Soggy Odyssey July 21-25 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-3 p.m. GMRC
Friendship Frenzy July 28-Aug 1 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-3 p.m. GMRC
(*No class June 19)
RECREATION / ARTS COUNSELOR IN TRAINING (CIT)
Applications can be completed online at: Lakewood.org/CITApplication
LINK: Lakewood Link Recreation Center, 1295 S. Reed St.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS CAMP: Applicants will be notified of how to register once accepted into the program.
Our Counselor-in-Training program is the first step in transitioning from camper to staff member. Teens will gain valuable work experience while developing communication, problem-solving, teamwork and leadership skills. Enrollment into this program is a competitive application process that may be followed up with a brief interview.
Ages: 13-15
$275 Resident, $300 Nonresident
June 2-12 Mon-Thu 9 a.m.-2 p.m. LINK
CIT FIELD EXPERIENCE: Upon completion of the training course, teens will be placed into three weeks of field experience of their choice at our various camps between June 16 and Aug. 1. Field Experience will be selected during training. Participants may register for additional weeks of field experience upon invitation by that camp’s director.
Upon successful completion of the entire CIT Program, participants may have the opportunity to apply for the Youth Coalition or Youth Internship program.
FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR TEENS, SEE CAMPS LISTED BY AGE
