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REAL-WORLD NEEDED
Kids need real-world adventures at summer camp because it offers them the chance to step away from screens and routines, embracing the thrill of discovery and the freedom to explore. Whether they’re hiking through forests, paddling across lakes, or coding to their heart’s content, these experiences ignite curiosity, build resilience, and nurture independence.
Camps provide a safe environment where kids learn to navigate challenges, forge friendships, and develop confidence through hands-on activities that textbooks can’t teach. It’s through these real-world adventures that kids gain essential life skills, a deeper connection to nature, and memories that last a lifetime! — Susan Day, editor
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MAKE IT A GIFT SUMMER CAMP:
by Cheryl Maguire
Because ... Real-World Adventures Are Needed!
When Mary Beth Foster saw that a week-long Minecraft coding camp was being offered in her area, she thought it would be a great fit for her daughter.
“I thought she would love it, but the cost was pretty high,” says Foster. “The camp was happening the week of my daughter’s birthday, so I had the idea to ask my mom to split it with me, and it could be a birthday gift for her,” she says. Her mom agreed to split the cost, so for her granddaughter’s 10th birthday she received the gift of summer camp. “She loved the camp,” Foster says, “And she immediately asked me if she could go back for another week,” says Foster.
Lauren Rowello has also given the gift of summer camp to her niece and nephew.
“I’ve paid for their camps a few times, and that started when they were maybe 4 and 6,” she says. “My youngest kid was attending
the day camp that they ended up going to as well, which is what gave me the idea to offer it.”
In addition to gifting summer camp to family members, she likes supporting kids.
“I’ve quietly paid for others sometimes, too,” Rowello says. And sometimes the lucky recipient didn’t now where the gift came from.
WAYS TO GIVE THE GIFT OF SUMMER CAMP
Sometimes a little creativity is in order when attempting to make summer camp a gift.
The American Camp Association (ACA) suggests creating your own summer camp gift certificate and attaching it to a flashlight or putting it in a gift box on your child’s birthday. The ACA has an online printable gift certificate that you can use.
Many camps such as through the YMCA offer programs that allow you to pay for a child’s summer camp as a gift as Rowello did.
“I was a single, teen parent and struggled financially when my oldest was really young,” she says. “So I know what it’s like to not have that kind of support for my own family and how much I would have appreciated and benefited from it personally. So now when I know of a need that I think we can comfortably address, we just do that,” Rowello says.
She adds that if she knows of a parent who needs help but might not want a hand out, she will pay for their kid’s camp without them knowing she paid for it.
“I just let them know that I know a free spot is available and coordinate with the camp director so the parents don’t know where the scholarship came from,” she says.
Gifting a kid summer camp means they will experience brandnew adventures, real-world activities and more.
WHAT DO KIDS GAIN FROM A CAMP EXPERIENCE?
The ACA conducted research using more than 80 camps and family feedback to determine what kids learned while they were at summer camp. They found they learned many different skills and character traits such as:
New skills: Most camps offer activities such as swimming, archery or art. Kids can learn skills like how to swim that often are not taught in school.
Independence: If your child goes to day camp or sleep-away camp they will develop a sense of independence and self-sufficiency away from home. They’ll need to keep track of their belongings such as their bathing suit, lunch, towel and backpack as they transition to different activities, too.
• Sports
Specialty sports camps usually are one sport such as baseball or soccer that the child plays either for three or six hours. Depending on where you go, there may be an option for tennis, golf, or even sailing. These types of camps are typically owned by private organizations, parks and recreations and private schools.
• Art/Musical Theater
Specialty art or musical theater camps focus solely on the arts. Musical theater camps typically showcase full musical productions whereas in an art camp a child will explore using a variety of art mediums like painting or drawing. These types of camps are located in schools and private organizations.
If your child is creative and prefers the indoors, then these types of camps are worth looking into. It may be a good way to introduce the arts to your child since many kids don’t get that need fully satisfied in their public school.
Friendship: When kids go to camp they are often in situations with others they don’t know. Doing new activities together helps them to bond. They develop new friendships and learn how to navigate conflicts in social situations. Often camps offer team sports that teach kids about sportsmanship and working together for a common goal.
Rowello says that her niece has trouble making friends but was able to at camp.
“She has a hard time maintaining friendships at school, but at camp, she met a friend who she still loves and spends a lot of solid time with even a few years later,” she says.
Leadership: Since camps offer a lot of team activities, it allows kids the opportunity to develop leadership skills to younger campers.
TYPES OF SUMMER CAMPS
There are camps for all ages and kinds of kids. You simply need to pick and choose.
• Traditional day camps
Usually six hours or so (half-day options may be available) with a variety of activities such as sports, swimming, art and music. These camps are located all around Middle Tennessee, indoors and out.
• Educational
An educational camp focuses on learning a new skill or subject matter. Since it is camp and not school these types of camps tend to be hands-on with an emphasis on fun. These camps are all around us in schools, businesses and colleges. If your child is curious and always asking questions about how/why things work, this may be a good match for them. If your child is interested in learning a new skill such as computer programming or speaking Spanish some educational camps offer that as well.
• Sleepaway
Overnight camp can be for a week-long session or several weeks. These camps are located locally and all around the country offering amazing experiences for kids like boating, archery, horseback riding, and other unique endeavors.
An overnight camp gives your child the chance to meet other kids from different states and countries. There is also more time to do activities and foster independence compared to traditional day camps.
DISCOVERING CAMPS
It’s easy today to find camps both near and far, but lots of parents feel better about sending kids to camps if they know the camp director and what to expect from their kids’ experience. That’s why it’s so helpful to do your due diligence and reach out to the camps you are interested in.
And think about giving your child the gift of camp this year. Afterall, childhood should be celebrated!
Cheryl Maguire is a mom and freelance writer who has been published in The New York Times, Parents magazine and many other publications.
HOW I COPED WITH LEAVING MY GIRL SLEEP-AWAY CAMP:
Walking back to my car alone, my eyes were stinging with tears. Dropping her off was rougher than I expected.
When my 13-year-old daughter told me she wanted to sign up for a week of overnight camp, I was excited for her. Growing up, I loved sleepaway camp. I’d count the days each summer until I could board the camp bus, waving goodbye to my parents with a huge smile. For one magical week, I’d measure my time not in days or hours, but in hikes beneath graceful redwood trees, morning plunges into the icy lake, and laughter around the campfire.
I was sure my daughter would have a wonderful time, just as I had decades ago. But when her first day of camp finally arrived, I wasn’t prepared for how the experience would impact me emotionally.
As we drove to the campsite on a clear summer morning, my normally boisterous teenager sat quietly in the passenger seat. I knew she would be a bit nervous, but I thought she would perk up once we arrived.
After being greeted by camp staff members, we followed a dirt path to my daughter’s cabin — her home for the next seven days. As we lugged her belongings inside, we saw that the space was already packed with other campers and parents, many of whom bantered as if they knew each other. Concern flickered in my daughter’s eyes, setting off flares of anxiety in my chest. We’d talked about how she would make new friends at camp. I’d assured her that most of the other kids in her cabin wouldn’t know each other. Now, it seemed that wasn’t entirely true.
Trying to ignore the pit in my stomach, I hugged my daughter, told her to wear lots of sunscreen, and said I’d see her in a week.
The counselor, a young woman with a gentle Hungarian accent, introduced herself to us. I smiled weakly, distracted by the scared expression on my daughter’s face and the what-ifs flooding my thoughts. What if this was a mistake? Could I really leave my child here for a whole week with people she didn’t even know? What if she was homesick and miserable and hated every moment — and then hated me for sending her?
For a millisecond, I contemplated telling the nice counselor this wasn’t going to work. “Sorry,” I imagined myself saying. “Actually, I’m just going to take my daughter home now.”
But I didn’t. In the end, my eyes prickling with tears that I hoped my daughter hadn’t noticed, I went back to the car alone. Here’s how I coped with a camp drop-off that was rougher than expected.
MAKE YOUR EXIT
I tried to leave quickly. After helping my daughter set up her bunk, I looked around the room. Other parents were going, yet I felt frozen, reluctant to detach from my child before she’d settled in this new place. Then I heard a dad saying goodbye to the counselor. “They’re all yours!” he quipped, with the breezy confidence of someone who had done this before.
He had the right idea, I realized: The longer I lingered, the harder the transition would be for everyone. Trying to ignore the pit in my stomach, I hugged my daughter, told her to wear lots of sunscreen, and said I’d see her in a week.
IN MY FEELS!
I took time to process my feelings. Back in the parking lot, I texted my husband. He reminded me that even though I felt sad and worried, it didn’t mean our daughter would have a terrible time. We talked about how the week was an opportunity for her to grow and learn. Reflecting on my own camp memories, I also realized that my teen’s sleepaway camp experience might be different from mine, and that was OK. Whether she loved or hated it, the point was never for her to replicate my camp experience, but to try something new on her own.
During the week, I sent my daughter upbeat e-mails and letters and encouraged other family members and friends to do the same. Campers were not allowed to have electronic devices, but the camp welcomed old-fashioned letters and e-mails. I kept my messages lighthearted and focused on the fun things my daughter was doing. And I thought of my mother, who always wrote me cheerful letters when I was away from home. I remembered how her support gave me the confidence to try new things.
From a distance, I stayed apprised of camp activities. I glanced at the camp’s social media platforms each night to see the different activities campers were participating in, from rock climbing to riding horses. Counselors also sent updates and a few photos throughout the week, so I was able to see my daughter sitting with cabinmates and getting ready to swim in the lake. Though I didn’t know how my daughter was feeling, the photos reassured me that she was adjusting to camp life.
When my daughter returned home — sunburned, sleepy, and full of stories — I knew that overnight camp had been a learning experience for both of us. For her, she was full of chatter which let me know she had had a great time worth sharing. For me, it was a chance to practice what I’ve found to be the hardest part of parenting: letting go.
Gina Rich is a mom and freelance writer.
2025 CAMPS & SUMMER PROGRAMS
Summer will be here before you know it! Camps are currently registering for their 2025 sessions, and many will fill up by early Spring.
Start planning now to make this the best summer ever!
Adventure Science Center
Unleash your child’s inner scientist with upcoming camps at Adventure Science Center. These actionpacked programs inspire curiosity, foster creativity, and spark a love of discovery in kids of all ages. Join us for Presidents’ Day camp, Spring Break Camp, or spend a week at Summer Camps digging deeper into exciting STEM subjects. Don’t miss out on the chance to give your child an enriching adventure they’ll never forget. Visit our website to register today.
615-862-5160 | adventuresci.org/camps
800 Ft. Negley Blvd., Nashville
Deer Run Camps and Retreats – Day Camps
Voted #1 by parents for 12 years, Deer Run offers premier Day Camps for age 5 to completed grade 6. During June and July, the 150-acre wooded valley comes alive with campers participating in exciting outdoor adventures, unplugging from their electronics, and connecting with each other to experience “Deeper Faith. Stronger Relationships. Greater Adventures.” Your camper will discover strengths, have loads of fun, forge friendships, deepen relationships, and create lifelong memories.
615-794-2918 | deerrun.camp/camps 3845 Perkins Road, Thompson’s Station
Camp Mirage
If you’re looking for an exciting one-week adventure for your child or reliable full summer childcare, you’ve found the perfect place! Camp Mirage proudly offers over 40 summer day camp options for kids ages 5 - 14. Our customizable schedules, unique programs, and exceptional staff ensure that our campers return year after year. Camp Mirage provides the excitement, camaraderie, and feel of an overnight camp, all in a day camp setting. Welcome to the Camp Mirage family!
615-200-8270 | campmiragemtjuliet.com
14500 Central Pike, Mt. Juliet
Deer Run Camps and Retreats – Overnight Camps
Voted #1 by parents for 12 years, Deer Run offers premier 1-week Overnight Camps for completed grades 3 to 10 and 2-week Overnight Camps for completed grades 6 to 10. During June and July, the 150-acre wooded valley comes alive with campers participating in exciting outdoor adventures, unplugging from their electronics, and connecting with each other to experience “Deeper Faith. Stronger Relationships. Greater Adventures.” 615-794-2918 | deerrun.camp/camps
3845 Perkins Road, Thompson’s Station
Children’s Art Classes
Now registering for our art classes. Children require an outlet for their creativity to help them grow and thrive. Art programs for kids offer an excellent opportunity to find a new hobby and enrich your child’s life. When enrolling your child in art classes for kids, they will get exposure to various mediums, allowing them to find an art style they enjoy for a lifetime. We also offer classes for moms and dads as well.
615-930-9304 | childrensartclasses.com
2909 Old Fort Pkwy, Ste. 102, Murfreesboro 7149 Nolensville Road, Nolensville
Brentwood Academy Camps
Brentwood Academy’s camps are an extension of our mission to nurture and challenge each whole person – body, mind, and spirit – to the Glory of God. We offer 9 weeks of programs for your young athlete, arts lover, chef, or engineer! Join BA staff while exploring and making new friends.
615-373-0611 | summeratba.com
219 Granny White Pike, Brentwood
In the summers, BGA is home to a robust camp program for children ages four and up. With half- and full-day options available, our on-campus programming includes more than 40 camps, ranging from art and cheerleading to coding, soccer, and Cannonball, our all-around camp experience.
Camps begin June 2 and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
2025
Animal Adventures (ages 3-5)
Magical Creatures (ages 4-6)
Once Upon a Time (ages 7-9)
Broadway Stars (ages 6-9)
Cartune (ages 4-6)
Dance & Music Mashup (ages 7-9)
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SU ER CAMPS in FRANKLIN & NASHVI E
Harpeth Hall School
Whether it is serving a tennis ball or serving others, catching bugs or catching basketballs, stringing a violin or stringing gemstones, Harpeth Hall summer camps welcome girls in kindergarten through 8th grades for unforgettable experiences in academics, athletics, and the arts. Registration opens in January. Also not to be missed is Harpeth Hall’s STEM Summer Institute, a two-week camp for middle and high school girls who love solutionbuilding and want to bring their ideas to life.
615-297-9543 | harpethall.org/summer-camp 3801 Hobbs Road, Nashville
Nashville Children’s Theatre Drama School
At NCT we believe that theatre skills are life skills We celebrate each student’s individuality. We believe in the power of ‘play’ and the greater learning that is derived from it. It is important to us for every young person to feel heard, celebrated, and uplifted. We currently offer fall, spring, Saturday classes and camps.
615-297-2966 | nashvillechildrenstheatre.org
25 Middleton St., Nashville
Arise Therapies/Rise Up Therapies
We’re hosting fun, social and skill-building camps in Franklin (June) and Spring Hill (July)! Led by expert speech and occupational therapists, kids of all ages will boost communication, feeding, motor, and social skills through engaging activities while having fun with friends. Spots are limited, sign up on our website today!
615-356-0501 | riseuptherapies.org/summergroups2025
101 Forrest Crossings Blvd., Ste. 103, Franklin 3011 Longford Drive, Ste 4., Spring Hill
HisTown Dance and Performing Arts
Whether your child has been dancing for years, or this is their first time, Histown has a variety of dance camps, intensives and workshops for dancers of every age and level of experience, in a Christian, faith-based environment. Dancers are grouped together based on their age, skill and experience.
615-840-8849 | histown.com
1010 Perrone Way, Ste. 200, Franklin
Nashville Shakespeare Festival Summer Camps
This June, NSF is offering week-long day camps for ages 8 - 12, and a three-day class for teens. Play On Words is for kids who love to play and tell stories! This camp introduces essential theatre performance skills. Teen Summer Conservatory is for the teen theater kid who wants to hone their craft. They’ll learn how to approach Shakespearean text, giving them the opportunity to engage with classic scenes and specialized techniques.
615-255-2273 | nashvilleshakes.org
2200 West End Ave., Nashville (West End United Methodist)
Barefoot Republic
Our Camp is unlike any other! We strive to facilitate Christ-centered relationships between individuals from diverse racial, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds. We believe that camp is special, and that every child should have shared experiences to help them grow into who God created them to be. We offer a variety of opportunities for children and families to experience the Barefoot difference!
615-599-9683 | barefootrepublic.org
15354 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville
Montgomery Bell Academy
MBA offers more than 100 different sports, enrichment, and academic camps throughout the summer - for ages 4 and up. MBA is home to the original and most popular All-Sports Camp in town! In addition, MBA offers numerous sport-specific camps. MBA is also the largest provider of LEGO® camps in Nashville. Other popular Enrichment Camp options include 615Science, Bloxels Video Game Design, Cardboard Land, and Little Explorers Camp. Coed Academic Prep Classes include debate, language, math, study skills, writing, and more. Join us this summer at MBA!
931-298-5514 | montgomerybell.edu/camps 4001 Harding Road, Nashville
Riverview Camp for Girls
Riverview is embraced by tall graceful pines and billowing hardwoods, nestled into a bend of Little River atop Lookout Mountain. One- and two-week sessions. Ages 6 - 16. Member of Christian Camping International and accredited by AEE and ACA. Facilities include a heated pool, tennis courts, climbing tower, horseback riding, bathrooms and showers in all cabins. Traditional camp activities. Campers select six activities daily. 5:1 camper-tocounselor ratio.
800-882-0722 | riverviewcamp.com
757 CR 614, Mentone, AL
Battle Ground Academy
Every summer, BGA hosts a robust camp program for rising grades K - 12 students. With half- and full-day options, our on-campus offerings feature over 40 camps, including art, cheerleading, coding, and soccer. Students can sharpen their skills in an athletic camp, enjoy a variety of activities in Cannon Ball Day Camp, or discover new interests in our arts and enrichment programs – or do it all by joining multiple sessions. Camps begin Jun. 2.
615-567-8327 | battlegroundacademy.org/camps 336 Ernest Rice Lane, Franklin
4 WEEKLY SESSIONS IN JUNE MON-FRI 9am-4pm/$455 per week
Register for one week or more! No sailing experience necessary. hiyc.org/summer-sail-camp
School of Rock Cool Springs and Nashville
School of Rock Franklin and Nashville are back this summer for another year of performances, songwriting, engineering, and MORE DRUM WORKSHOPS! Our summer camps give students memories that will last a lifetime. In just one week your student can write their own songs, learn a new instrument, perform for a live audience, film a music video, and more!
615-221-9700 | franklin.schoolofrock.com 615 Bakers Bridge Ave. #100, Franklin 615-730-5306 | schoolofrock.com/locations/nashville 3201 Belmont Blvd., Nashville
University School of Nashville
USN strives to provide the most dynamic and varied summer programming options for rising grades K - 12 with over 150 camps covering science and technology, sports and adventure, visual and performing arts, and fun and learning in June and July. Led by USN faculty and coaches as well as local professionals, flexible morning and afternoon sessions allow either whole or half-day experiences. 615-277-9367 | usn.org/summer 2000 Edgehill Blvd., Nashville
Boro Arts
Do you have a young artist in your house? Join us for a summer full of fun! Whether it’s performing arts, technical theatre, vocal performance, or visual arts, there is something for everyone! Come perform a Broadway classic, create a show of your own or dabble in a new painting technique! Camps for grades K - 12 and all experience levels. Scholarships available. Registration now open! 615-904-2787 | boroarts.org
110 W. College St., Murfreesboro
Stars Basketball Club
STARS Basketball Club (largest basketball club in TN) will host 15+ summer basketball camps at our SOUTH (Williamson Co.) and NORTH Hubs (Sumner Co.) this summer! From the beginner to the elite player, STARS Basketball offers multiple camps throughout the summer for each type of player. STARS coaching staff includes former and current college coaches and players, and high school/ middle school coaches! LEARN – IMPROVE –COMPETE - FUN! Registration open now.
864-237-2317 | starsbasketballclub.com 9129 Concord Hunt Cir., Brentwood
Vanderbilt Programs for Talented Youth
Whether you are a motivated young learner, the parent of an advanced child, or an educator who works with high-achieving students, there is something for everyone at PTY. Join us! We offer programs for talented children in grades K - 12 as well as their families and educators.
615-322-8261 | pty.vanderbilt.edu
Peabody #506, 230 Appleton Place, Nashville
Steve & Kate’s Camp
Since 1980, Steve & Kate’s has put kids in charge at camp. Campers choose from a variety of activities in real-time, including sewing, coding, maker crafts, sports, and more! Families can buy any number of days, to use at any time – no weekly commitments required. Any unused Passes are refunded in full mid-September. Lunch, snacks, and all hours (8 a.m. - 6 p.m.) included. Ages 4 - 12.
615-652-1137 | steveandkatescamp.com/nashville 3201 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville
Bricks 4 kidz® LEGO® Building Camp
Beat the summer blues with a Bricks 4 Kidz LEGO® Building Camp! Kids between the ages of 5 and 13 can spend their vacation time learning about the worlds of engineering, animated movie-making and architecture through hands-on building fun.
615-931-7750 | bricks4kidz.us/tennessee-franklin Various Locations in Williamson County
Belmont University College of Sciences and Mathematics
With supportive and engaged professors as well as state-of-the-art lab facilities, Belmont provides immersive science camps for high schoolers and middle schoolers. Campers will flourish during our hands-on pre-college experiences, unique because they are taught by our very own faculty. From data science to neuroscience, gaming, and physics, dive into science and math this summer! belmont.edu/sciencecamps 1900 Belmont Blvd., Nashville
Camp Riva-Lake for Girls
Located just one hour from Nashville. We are a premier ACA accredited sleep-over camp founded in 1922. We aim to empower girls with self confidence and life-long skills. We offer more than 10 daily activities including horseback riding, swimming, sailing, dance, archery and more. For girls 8 - 16. Camp sessions begin Jun. 28. Register today. 404-626-6881 | camprivalake.com 1281 Riva Lake Road, Winchester
Camp T.A.L.K.S.
Camp T.A.L.K.S. is a day-camp for ages 8 - 16, run by Vanderbilt’s Department of Hearing and Speech Sciences on Jun. 2 - 6. Camp TALKS’ mission is to empower children and teens who stutter to become confident communicators by developing understanding and acceptance of their stuttering, tools for improving communication, and self-advocacy skills for educating others about stuttering, in a supportive, interactive, and fun camp venue. vumc.org/hearingandspeechsciences/camp-talks
Creekside Riding Academy at Cheval Stables
FUN FACTS about our Best of Parenting awardwinning Creekside Horse Camp:
Most campers ride an average of three to four horses each day and ideal for beginner, intermediate and advanced riders. Winner of the Best of Parenting Best Horseback riding lessons by Williamson Parent readers. Come experience the fun this summer.
615-595-7547 | creeksideridingstables.com 2359 Lewisburg Pike, Franklin
Discovery Center at Murfree Spring
Each camp offers an opportunity for exploration of museum exhibits and outdoor play, weather permitting. Throughout the school year, CAMPOLOGY is available during special school holidays, offered as one-day camps, and is also available as week-long day camp sessions during fall and spring breaks. When school’s out for summer, we offer multiple week-long day camp sessions.
615-890-2300 | explorethedc.org/camps 502 SE Broad St., Murfreesboro
Fencing TN Alliance
We provide top-notch fencing training for all skill and fitness levels. As experienced coaches and a family devoted to fencing, we create a respectful and supportive environment. Whether your goal is to become an Olympic fencer, attend an elite university, or simply stay strong and happy, our club is the place for you. Join us to challenge your mind and body and discover that anything is possible. 346-971-1080 | fencingtn.com
Franklin, Nashville, Nolensville and Murfreesboro
Camp Woodmont
Camp Woodmont on Lookout Mountain in northwest Georgia is a traditional, overnight camp for boys and girls ages 6 - 15. Just 30 minutes from Chattanooga. Features horseback riding, highropes/climbing, sports, dance, crafts, canoeing, archery and more! Founded on Christian principles in 1981, it’s the perfect place to build lifelong friendships and memories.
423-472-6070 | campwoodmont.com 381 Moonlight Drive, Cloudland, GA
Currey Ingram Academy
CIA’s summer camps are designed to engage all our campers through small camp sizes and personalized instruction. No matter a child’s experience level, we aim to excite, challenge, and bring out the best in every camper.
615-507-3242 | curreyingram.org/community 6544 Murray Lane, Brentwood
Ensworth School
Ensworth Summer Camps encourage kids to step outside their comfort zones, try new activities, and build confidence. From outdoor adventures to creative arts and sports, summer camps cater to diverse interests, promoting physical health and mental well-being, while also teaching teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving.
615-301-5400 | ensworth.com/camps 211 Ensworth Ave., Nashville
Fusion
Academy Franklin
Your student can have their best summer yet at Fusion Academy Franklin, The School That Changes Everything. We have personalized options for students to catch up, get ahead, or try something new. With part-time, full-time, tutoring, 1-to-1 classes, small groups, and a supportive environment, we empower students to thrive academically and personally.
615-801-8601 | fusionacademy.com/franklin 2550 Meridian Blvd., Ste. 100, Franklin
Code Ninjas of Franklin
Ninjas has a summer filled with fun, learning, and growth for your child. Our summer camps are here to spark creativity and build essential skills like problem-solving and critical thinking – tools your kids need to thrive in an AI world. Enroll now to secure your child’s spot and enjoy special savings on our most popular camps. Use code NINJA25 at checkout to receive our Early Bird Special.
615-640-2633 | codeninjas.com/tn-franklin 1113 Murfreesboro Road, Ste. 410, Franklin
Davidson Academy
Enrich your child’s summer with Bear Camp skillsbased camps! Week-long athletic, academic, art camps and more are available to rising grades K - 8 in the Nashville and surrounding communities.
615-860-5300 | davidsonacademy.com 1414 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville
E.T.C. Gymnastics
Dedicated to bringing a new standard of excellence in gymnastics through Him. We offer classes for boys and girls ages 2 - 18 and all ability levels. We offer cheerleading and tumbling, as well as competitive teams. Now offering a Mommy and Me program Thursdays in Smyrna. We also do parties, field trips and parents’ nights out.
615-867-6900 | 615-617-7644 | etcgymnastics.com 1137 Haley Road, Murfreesboro 11301 Old Nashville Hwy, Smyrna
Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee
Ready to embark on a journey filled with adventure, leadership opportunities, and making lifelong friendships? Join the Girl Scouts and discover a world where girls grow into strong, confident, and capable leaders. Whether you’re interested in leading a community service project, organizing events, or simply speaking up for what you believe in, Girl Scouts provides a supportive environment where your voice is heard and your ideas are valued.
615-383-4090 | gsmidtn.org
The Goddard School of Franklin
The Goddard School of Franklin (Cool Springs) cherishes and nurtures children’s curiosity! Education is seen as a journey of discovery. During Summer Camp, children start in a “home base” classroom and then rotate to two other classrooms for mini camps including “Get Moving,” “Get Creative,” “Get Curious” activities to engage children as they explore a new theme each week.
615-595-2525 | goddardschool.com 1101 Moher Blvd., Franklin
JA Summer Camp
Junior Achievement’s JA Summer Camp is an engaging, hands-on experience that helps students develop an understanding of basic business principles and the world of work ahead. They’ll learn first-hand what it means to be a citizen of a community, how to get a job, and how to make wise financial decisions to achieve the future they want for themselves and their families.
615-627-1197 | janash.com 120 Powell Place, Nashville
Lipscomb Soccer Camps
Lipscomb’s College ID Camp features aspiring college players from around the country. Players who attend are looking to showcase their abilities in a setting where college coaches will be present. The curriculum is geared towards those players who have an interest in playing at the highest levels in college soccer.
lipscombmenssoccercamps.com 14109 Belmont Blvd., Nashville
First Kids Summer at Nashville First Nashville First is right in the heart of downtown Nashville. We offer several Christ-centered camps and fun activities throughout the Summer. “VBS: Magnified” – Jun. 16 - 20; “CentriKid Camp” (overnight in KY) – Jul. 7 - 11; “Music Arts Camp” – Jul. 14 - 18. More details are available online. Register today!
615-664-6023 | nashvillefirst.org/firstkidssummer 108 7th Ave. S, Nashville
HIYC Sail Camp
Ages 7 - 17, Jun. 2 - 27, Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. (no before- or after-care provided). Choose one or more of our four weekly sessions. No sailing experience necessary! We learn to sail on Optimist Prams, Lasers, RS Zest and RS Feva sailboats. Instructors are certified by US Sailing. Campers will be assigned to boats according to age and skill level.
859-816-4377 | hiyc.org/summer-sail-camp Harbor Island Yacht Club, Hermitage
Knight School Summer Chess Camps
The Knight School in Nashville offers high-energy chess classes for children aged 3 - 16, welcoming both beginners and advanced players. Our programs include after-school sessions and summer camps, emphasizing fun, sportsmanship, and intellectual growth through engaging activities and tournaments.
205-332-5233 | theknightschool.com
Multiple Nashville Locations
My Gym of Brentwood
Creating Moments That Matter! From first steps to handstands, My Gym grows with your child. My Gym was born out of our passion to teach children in a fun, physically engaging environment. We delight in seeing children’s eyes light up for all those incredible milestones, from the tentative first steps to tumbling down soft mats. Sharing the parents’ excitement for their children’s accomplishments.
615-371-5437 | mygym.com/brentwood 330 Franklin Road, Brentwood
Nashville Christian School Summer Camps
Discover, Excel, and Have Fun! Unlock your child’s potential this summer at Nashville Christian School! Our camps offer a dynamic range of experiences in sports, art, science, travel, and more. Encourage creativity, foster discovery, and watch your child excel. Register now for an unforgettable summer!
615-356-5600 | nashvillechristian.org 7555 Sawyer Brown Road, Nashville
Horton Haven Christian Camp
Campers can experience archery, air rifles, climbing, horseback riding, canoeing, crafts, mountain biking, swimming and many other exciting activities. Teens can experience our 45-ft. high zip line. One-week sessions for ages 8 - 11, 12 - 14 and 15 - 18. Day campers experience exciting games, crafts, bible lessons, swimming and much more. Four weeks to choose from for ages 6 - 11.
931-364-7656 | hortonhaven.org 3711 Reed Harris Road, Lewisburg
LearningRx
At LearningRx, we transform the way you learn and think with the power of brain training! Through one-on-one training sessions, we help kids build early learning skills, including foundational skills for reading and math. Brain training gets to the root cause of how your child learns and our success is found in the smiles of our students and parents!
615-601-3254 | learningrx.com/franklin
100 Cool Springs Blvd., Ste. 200, Franklin
Nashville Ballet, School of Nashville Ballet
Help your young artist strengthen the scope of their imagination at School of Nashville Ballet this summer! Designed to foster creative development through physical activity, our half-day camps are the perfect place to let your little one roam, imagine, and play. Half-day camp themes: Animal Adventures, Magical Creatures, Once Upon a Time, and more!
615-297-2966 | nashvilleballet.com 3630 Redmon St., Nashville
New Visions Dojo
Our camps are incredibly fun ways to build skills and burn energy. Whether your child is a future Ninja, or wants some karate fun this summer, we’ve got a camp for you! Each session provides instruction in dynamic karate skills, collaborative games, and plenty of physical activity. Our Camp Mission is to build kids up by developing usable skills through massive amounts of fun!
615-972-0989 | newvisionsdojo.com
6601 Sugar Valley Drive #111, Nashville
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Rolling Hills Community Church
Get ready for the best week ever! Connect Camp at Rolling Hills Community Church is a high-energy, faith-filled day camp for grades K - 5. With nonstop fun, exciting activities, and new friendships, it’s a summer adventure your camper won’t forget! Join us Jun. 16 - 20 or Jun. 23 - 27. Sign up today!
615-861-3663 | rollinghills.church
1810 Columbia Ave., Franklin
Saint Henry School Camp Tiger Town
Saint Henry School is excited to offer day camps for students in rising grades PreK3 - 8 in Summer 2025! Students, parishioners, and friends of Saint Henry School are all welcome. Registration is now open.
sthenryschool.org/summer-camp
6401 Harding Pike, Nashville
Southern Stars Preschool
Come join Southern Stars Montessori Preschool Summer Camp 2025 and explore science in a fun and educational camp! With different themes every week that complements our STEM-heavy Montessori curriculum both inside our classrooms and our large backyard, all summer long.
615-509-9423 | southernstarsmontessori.net 910 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville
University School of Nashville
USN strives to provide the most dynamic and varied summer programming options for rising grades K - 12 with over 150 camps covering science and technology, sports and adventure, visual and performing arts, and fun and learning in June and July. Led by USN faculty and coaches as well as local professionals, flexible morning and afternoon sessions allow either whole or half-day experiences. 615-277-9367 | usn.org/summer 2000 Edgehill Ave., Nashville
Providence Christian Academy
We offer a robust college preparatory education through the Classical Christian model, making it truly distinct from other institutions. Our mission, to teach students to seek God’s truth and to equip them with the tools for a lifetime of learning, drives all we do here. Summer camps registering now. Camps start Jun. 3!
615-904-0902 | providencechristian.com 410 Dejarnette Lane, Murfreesboro
SCAD Pre-College Programs
Explore new avenues of artistic development and spark your imagination. SCAD offers pre-college programs during the summer and throughout the year for high school students of all ages to pursue art and design disciplines while working alongside peers from all over the world — and offer ideal opportunities for artists at all levels to create, learn, and grow.
404-253-3475 | scad.edu/academics
Savannah and Atlanta GA locations
Tennessee Robotics Center
TRC is a 21st-century STEM and Robotics Education learning center helping students in grades K - 12 discover new interests. Our mission is to inspire the next generation to dare mighty things in Technology, Robotics, and Computer Science while making a positive impact in our community and eventually the world. Summer camp registration is now open.
615-796-4632 | tennesseeroboticscenter.com 2231 NW Broad St., Ste. D, Murfreesboro
Valley View Ranch Equestrian Camps for Girls
Horse lovers’ paradise since 1954! A’top Lookout Mountain on 600 acres of scenic trails and panoramic views where all levels of riders will learn English and Western. Enrollment is limited to 50 girls and is open to ages 8 - 17. Spend up to six hours a day riding and caring for your OWN camp horse.
706-862-2231 | valleyviewranch.net
606 Valley View Ranch Road, Cloudland, GA
Roots Academy
Choose from some of our most popular summer camps and Intensives. We feature dance and music camps. Experience the joy of Frozen in our four-day camp for ages 4 - 6 or for ages 13 and up. We offer an on-stage band Intensive for ages 13+. All camps are by theme each week including our popular Taylor Swift Voice Camp, for ages 8 - 10. Visit our website dates and to register today!
615-804-1177 | rootsacademy.com
320 Southgate Ct., Brentwood
The Science Guys of Nashville
The Science Guys are making science fun, all summer long - all over town! Our exciting and engaging hands-on science camps are the perfect fit for your young scientist! We offer half- and full-day week-long camps, featuring tons of fun experiments, games and activities for ages 5 - 12! For more information, registration, dates and locations, head over to our science camps website! 615-573-2702 | mrbondscienceguy.com
Travellers Rest
Travel through history and experience a summer of adventure at Travellers Rest Summer Camp, winner of Nickelodeon’s Parents Pick Best Day Camp in Nashville. Junior Docent camp, Histories Mysteries camp, hands-on history camp, folk arts camp, adventures in history camp (includes civil war and frontier adventures).
615-832-8197 | travellersrestplantation.org
636 Farrell Pkwy., Nashville
YEAH! Rocks Music Camp
We’re thrilled to announce the dates for YEAH! Rocks Music Camp, happening Jun. 9 - 13, from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Nashville Prep School in West Nashville! This transformative week of music and creativity will culminate in a camp showcase on Sat., Jun. 14 at a local venue (TBD), where participants will perform for their friends and family. yeahrocks.org/programs
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