Summer Camps & Programs Listings YOUR CHILD’S BEST SUMMER EVER STARTS HERE!

ACADEMY AT OAKLAND BALLET (ALAMEDA & HAYWARD)

Day Camp • 510-893-3132

Ages 9 & up

The Academy at Oakland Ballet Company offers classical ballet training with one of the leading Bay Area professional dance companies. The Academy at Oakland Ballet’s focus is on developing the whole dancer through classes that not only teach ballet technique, but explore artistic expression and build self-confidence - all in a fun and nurturing, yet challenging class environment. https://oaklandballet. org/education/theacademyatobc/ summer-intensive/

ALAMEDA BALLET THEME SUMMER CAMPS (ALAMEDA)

Day Camp • 510-337-1929

Ages 4-11

No experience necessary! In addition to a daily dance class, children learn about and watch a different famous classical ballet each week. They explore their own creativity through exercise in movement concepts. Students also learn valuable lessons about anatomy, nutrition, dance history and vocabulary. https://alamedaballet.com

BERKELEY DAY CAMP (BERKELEY)

Day Camp • 510-981-5140

Ages 5-13

Berkeley Day Camp is one of the best traditional outdoor day camps in the Bay Area. It is a fun, engaging and exciting experience as campers explore shoreline habitats, canoe, make arts and crafts and play at the acclaimed Adventure Playground and go on special adventures. Many of our former campers are now part of our awesome team of staff, providing a safe environment for children to spend their summer days at play. https://berkeleyca.gov/communityrecreation/parks-recreation/camps/ berkeley-day-camp

BERKELEY TUOLUMNE & ECHO LAKE CAMP PROGRAMS (BERKELEY)

Overnight & Family Camps • 510-981-5140

Ages 7-14

Escape to the Sierra Nevada with the City of Berkeley: we have summer sleepaway camps for youth, families, adults, and seniors. You can swim in a lake, hike in the forest, enjoy meals cooked for you, or let your children explore the wonders of the high sierras with counselors. When you join us at either Echo Lake Camp (near South Lake Tahoe) or Tuolumne Camp (near Yosemite), you can participate in traditions shared by generations of Berkeleyans, or create new ones of your own with family and friends. Households and individuals of all backgrounds are welcome to share in Berkeley’s rich diversity at camp. https://berkeleyca.gov/ community-recreation/parks-recreation/ camps/overnight-camps

BISHOP O’DOWD’S SUMMER ACADEMY (OAKLAND)

Day Camp • 510-577-9100

Grades 6-9

At O’Dowd’s Summer Academy, students develop social-emotional, creative, and intellectual skills, all while getting to know the O’Dowd campus. We offer a flexible morning and afternoon schedule, and free lunch for students who enroll in 3 or more classes.For grades 6-9, Summer Academy offers robust academic and enrichment courses, from Math and Spanish, to Drama and Gardening. Held on O’Dowd’s friendly campus, with small classes, hands-on learning, and

Dates: June 20 to August 4 2023 fun activities. Come be a Dragon this summer! https:// www.bishopodowd.org/ summer-academy

Early Bird Rates Available Until April 15th!

DANCING PAINTBRUSH STUDIO (OAKLAND)

Day Camp • 510-604-0036

Ages 5-17

Making art develops problemsolving skills, encourages creativity, and develops self-confidence. Our goal is to provide the materials, structure, and guidance to spark creativity in each child, allow them to explore and investigate their own ideas, and have lots of fun in the process! Our philosophy is to encourage students to explore and express themselves with an emphasis on practice over product, without judgment, comparison, or criticism. https://dancingpaintbrushstudio.com/

FRIENDS OF CAMP CONCORD (CAMP IN SOUTH LAKE TAHOE)

Overnight Camp • 925-232-1530

Ages 9-13, CIT 14-17

At Youth Camp at Camp Concord, campers will experience a break from the digital world with time-worn traditions of camping in the Sierra Nevada as kids canoe, kayak, go crawdad fishing, hike, swim, play volleyball, archery, and do arts & crafts, including creating their own tie-dyed t-shirt. Campers have fun at the beach around majestic Lake Tahoe, not to mention enjoying the magic of storytime around the campfire under the starry night sky. Boundless days of activity and exploration await your youth 9-13 years at Camp Concord, where memories are made to last a lifetime. https:// friendsofcampconcord.org/ youth-camp/

JUNIOR CENTER OF ART AND SCIENCE (OAKLAND)

Day Camp • 510-839-5777

Ages 6-13

Join the Junior Center of Art and Science this summer for one-week and two-week day camps that explore art, design, and technology on the beautiful Lake Merritt! http:// juniorcenter.org/summercamp

LE CAMP D’ETE (BERKELEY)

Day Camp • 510-549-3867

Grades 1-6

We are pleased to announce the return of Le Camp D’Été for summer 2023! Our camps are open to the public for rising G1 to G6 students while our mini-camp (preschool and entering K) will still be for incoming and current EB students only. In addition to our super fun-filled French Immersion Camp we will also be offering Riveropolis Maker Camp, a two week maker camp (English Only), for rising G3 to G6 students. https://www. lecampdete.com

LEGARZA KIDS CAMP (MULTIPLE

LOCATIONS)

Day Camp • 415-334-3333

PreK-8th Grade http://www.legarzasports. org/

Basketball, All-Sports, & Volleyball Summer Camp. Legarza programs give children the knowledge and motivation they need to achieve their personal best in sport and life. Over 400,000 of the Bay Area’s youth have experienced and benefitted from our 33-year, proven and tested system. Our program is tailored to help your young athlete succeed on and off the court in a safe, professional and encouraging environment of learning and fun.

MAD SCIENCE STEM CAMPS (MULTIPLE LOCATIONS)

Day & Virtual Camps • 510-438-9702

Ages 3-12

We offer kids full-day and half-day camp experiences that are sure to entertain and delight! They will be wowed by green glowing liquid, messages written in secret code, autonomous robots, and mystery substances that change from solid to liquid in seconds. There’s something for everyone!

We are also offering interactive virtual camps! Kits will be delivered to you! Early-bird discount ends soon. Material fee and delivery charges included. https://thebayarea. madscience.org/parentscamps.aspx

MERRYHILL SCHOOL SUMMER CAMPS (MILPITAS & SAN JOSE)

Day Camps • 855-722-8938

Grades Pre-K - 8

At our camp, every activity is a chance to learn, grow, and have fun. Whether it’s scoring a goal in soccer, setting off a rocket, or making new friends, your child will enjoy awesome experiences here. Watch their confidence grow as they conquer new challenges and pursue new interests. https:// www.merryhillschool.com/ camp/summer-camp/

OHLONE KIDS & TEENS (FREMONT

& NEWARK)

Summer Program • 510-659-6000

Grades 1- 12

Ohlone for Kids & Teens

(OFK) offers a unique blend of academic and special interest enrichment classes for students in grades 1-12. Students will be engaging in hands-on learning activities that stimulate their interest and growth. Students can participate in a variety of classes including Arts, Performing & Language Arts, English, Math, Reading, LEGO Robotics, Electronics, Engineering, Science, Social Studies, and SAT/College Preparation. https://www. ohlone.edu/ohloneforkids

ONE GENERATION CAMP (BERKELEY)

Day Camp • 808-769-7664

Ages 5-10, CIT 11-18

An outdoor music and dance camp for ages 5-10, and a CIT program for ages 11-18: