KIDS SUMMER CAMPS & PROGRAMS 2015
A GUIDE TO THE MOST EXCEPTIONAL LOCAL AND OVERNIGHT CAMPS.
Kids Camps & Summer Programs
CAMP
TYPE
GENDER
AGES
LOCATION
AdventurePlex AdventureCamp
Various
M/F
4 to 12
Manhattan Beach
Aquarium of the Pacific
Various
M/F
3 to 9
Long Beach
BeachSports by Body Glove
Sports
M/F
5 to 15
Manhattan Beach
Canvas & Clay Art Camp
Drawing/Painting/Clay
M/F
6 to 12
Redondo Beach
Campsurf
Beach/Sports
M/F
7 and up
Manhattan Beach
Catalina Island Camps
Overnight/Various
M/F
Grades 2–11
Catalina Island
Chadwick School
Academic/Various
M/F
4 to 14
Palos Verdes Peninsula
Champ Camp
Beach/Sports
M/F
4 to 14
Manhattan Beach
Experium Science Academy
Academic
M/F
Grades K–11
Torrance
FAB, Creative Design Studio
Creative Arts/Fashion
M/F
5 to 16
Hermosa Beach
Fit Kids Gymnastics Center
Sports
M/F
3 to 18
Redondo Beach; Torrance
Fusion Academy
Academic
M/F
Grades 6–12
Hermosa Beach
Hammerhead Beach Camp
Various
M/F
4 to 13
Manhattan Beach; Torrance
Junior Lifeguards
Beach
M/F
9 to 17
Various South Bay locations
Kid Zone + Mid Zone
Various
M/F
Grades K–8
Rolling Hills Estates
Manhattan Academy Summer Camp
Academic/Various
M/F
6 wks to Grade 5
Manhattan Beach
Miss Bee’s Tutoring
Academic
M/F
Grades K–12
Hermosa Beach
Palos Verdes Performing Arts Conservatory
Theatre
M/F
5 to 18
Rolling Hills Estates
Palos Verdes Ice Chalet
Sports
M/F
All ages
Rolling Hills Estates
Pediatric Therapy Network’s Camp Escapades
Developmental Delays/ Sensory Concerns
M/F
5 to 14
Rolling Hills Estates
Peninsula Montessori School
Academic/Various
M/F
18 months to 12
Palos Verdes; Redondo Beach
Roundhouse Aquarium Summer Camp
Beach/Science
M/F
4 to 10
Manhattan Beach
Rustic Pathways
Travel/Community Service
M/F
Grades 9–12
Worldwide
South Bay Film Academy
Creative Arts
M/F
7 to 17
Redondo Beach
South Bay School of Cooking
Cooking
M/F
8 to 14
Redondo Beach
South Coast Botanic Garden Junior Farmers Program
Education/Gardening Environment
M/F
Grades K–5
Palos Verdes Peninsula
Star Camps
Various
M/F
Grades 1–6
Various LA locations
Art With Jake
Arts
M/F
4 to 12
El Segundo; Manhattan Beach
Terranea Resort
Various
M/F
All ages
Rancho Palos Verdes
Wondertree Kids Wonder-Camp
Various
M/F
6 wks to Grade 5
El Segundo
Youth Academy of the Dramatic Arts
Performing Arts
M/F
12 to 18
Los Angeles
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Essential information on
FIELD TRIPS
ARTS
SPORTS
summer camps!
ACADEMIC
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SPECIALTIES
Arts, music, physical activities, cooperative and imaginative games Exciting animal interactions, tours, crafts, games, experiments
Surfing, ocean safety, boogieboarding, paddling, skateboarding, volleyball
WEBSITE
PHONE
adventureplex.org
310-546-7708
aquariumofpacific.org
562-590-3100
beachsports.org
310-372-2202
canvasclay.com
310-316-9331
campsurf.com
424-237-2994
catalinaislandcamps.com
626-296-4040
Clay sculpture, animation, manga, printmaking, pottery painting, watercolor, acrylic
1 instructor to 4 students, surfing, rip currents, surf equipment, etiquette
Kayaking, sailing, gardening, photo journalism, outdoor cooking, overnights
chadwickschool.org/summer
310-377-1543
champcampkids.com
310-283-4509
experiumscienceacademy.com
310-543-3100
fabcreativedesign.com
310-993-2528
fitkidsgym.com
310-297-9550
fusionacademy.com
310-376-5139
hammerheadbeachcamp.com
310-676-7503
watchthewater.org
310-939-7214
Academic enrichment, swimming, art, computer lab, field sports, music, photography, dance, painting, drama, singing, writing, physical fitness
Sand soccer, capture the flag, yoga, dance, boogieboarding, crafts, dodgeball Hands-on experiments, biology, chemistry, physics and engineering
Create one-of-a-kind designs, learn to sew, gain textile and fabric knowledge, model designs during a FAB fashion show
Gymnastics and tumbling in a unique environment, fun-loving teachers Sign language, theatre, writing, French, German, history, math, music, science, visual arts, yoga, health education
Games, crafts, contests, body surfing, boogieboarding, skimboarding
Swimming, surfing, first aid, lifesaving, rescue techniques, CPR
Art, performing arts, science, sports, cooking, field trips (6th–8th grade)
rhumc.org
310-377-7302
Day camp, field trips, swimming, sharpening of math, writing, reading skills
manhattanacademy.com
310-374-1804
One-on-one tutoring and classes, students work on individualized curriculum and prepare for the upcoming school year
missbeetutorme.com
310-376-0600
norriscenter.com/education/summer.html
310-544-0403, x302
palosverdesicechalet.com
310-541-6630
Dance, acting, vocal workshops and fully-staged musical productions Hockey, figure skating, speed, agility
Social skills, sensory experiences, incorporating occupational, physical and/or speech therapy into fun-filled camp activities
pediatrictherapynetwork.org
310-328-0276
Cooking, drama, music, woodwork, science, sports, technology, art
peninsulamontessori.com
310-544-3099
Digging for sand crabs, dissecting squid, shark education, fishing, crafts
roundhouseaquarium.org
310-379-8117
Community service, adventure, immersion in more than 120 countries
rusticpathways.com
800-321-4353
Acting, screenwriting, filmmaking, cinematography
southbayfilmacademy.com
866-496-5917
Hands-on cooking classes, learn new skills, try new foods
southbayschoolofcooking.com
310-350-3772
Hands-on program offers 3 interactive days of soil, seeds and senses, exploring the fragrant and interesting world of herb gardening
southcoastbotanicgarden.org
310-544-1948
starcamps.org
310-842-8542
jaketedesco.wix.com/tedescoart
310-897-6613
terranea.com
310-265-2851
wondertreekids.com
310-535-0001
yada.org
323-655-9232
Arts, languages, eco-education, dance, robotics, movies, drama, dance, magic, science, fitness, physics, technology and woodworking
Concepts in art, composition, color usage, fine art approach Fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, gold academy, surfing, whale-watching, biking, photography, horseback riding, painting Music, movement, messy art, preschool prep, family classes Dance, voice, filmmaking, scene study, improv, stage combat, makeup oursouthbay.com
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Kids Camps & Summer Programs
Summer Art Camp half and full day available
ANIMATION
Manga & Anime
Watercolor & Acrylic
Printmaking aNIMALS
Under the Sea Fairies & Gnomes
Pirates & Princesses
Go from DRAB to FAB this summer at FAB Fashion Camp! Model your designs during a FAB Fashion Show Create one-of-a-kind designs Understand textiles & fabric Learn to Sew Age 5 -16
Half Day / Full Day Camps Available - July/August Register before May 31st for a FAB discount Book more than one camp for additional savings
FAB, Creative Design Studio
1802 S. pacific coast hwy., redondo beach, ca 90277 (310) 316-9331 - info@canvasclay.com - www.canvasclay.com
Create • Design • Inspire
1137 Aviation Blvd. (In the Big Lots Plaza) Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 Ph: (310) 993-2528 www.fabcreativedesign.com
June 22 – July 17 July 20 – August 14
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With 87 acres to explore, every visit to the Garden inspires curiosity and unearths something new. Kids can become a junior farmer, release monarch butterflies, create art and see falcons soar. With hundreds of classes, events and festivals each year, there is something for the whole family. This is where memories are made, so come visit and come often to discover the beauty of nature right here in your big backyard.
GARDEN HOURS 9:00AM TO 5:00PM THE GARDEN IS OPEN 364 DAYS A YEAR, CLOSED ON CHRISTMAS DAY
INDIVIDUAL AND FAMILY MEMBERSHIPS AVAILABLE
(310) 544-1948 SOUTH COAST BOTANIC GARDEN 26300 CRENSHAW BOULEVARD PALOS VERDES PENINSULA, CA 90274
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www.southcoastbotanicgarden.org
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