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THE ART ROOM SUMMER WORKSHOP FOR KIDS

709 Main St., Windermere

Details: Themed weeks include 2D and 3D projects: Art Down Under, Chinese Dragons, Hot Diggity Dog, Minecraft Cube and Creatures, Sail Away, Tree House, Tron Light Cycles, Under the Sea and Wild Cats.

Camp dates: Weeklong sessions from June 6 through Aug. 5. Morning sessions from 10 a.m. to noon, afternoon sessions from 1 to 3 p.m., and late-afternoon sessions from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Tuition: $160 Registration: Forms are available at artroomorlando.com Ages: Completed kindergarten and up Contact: (407) 9091869 or email art@artroomorlando.com

summer camps for all ages. From creative drama for younger children to advanced performances for teens, these camps are designed to meet students where they are. A fun, encouraging environment allows students to explore the performing arts, work with professionals, make friends and grow as performers.

Camp dates: June 5 through Aug. 4

Tuition: Ranges from $175 to $700 (financial-assistance applications available) Registration: CFCArts.com/ Camps Ages: 4 to 17 Contact: (407) 937-1800, Ext. 702, or youth@cfcarts. com

1273 Winter Garden-Vineland Road, Suite 130, Winter Garden

Central Florida Dance Center’s Motiv8 summer intensive course is meant for intermediate and advanced dancers. Students will have the opportunity to train with guest choreographers.

Tuition: Varies

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CENTRE FOR DANCE & THE PERFORMING

ARTS SUMMER FUN 2022

301 S. Tubb St., Suite C, Oakland

Three separate dance camps offered are one-week in length and include two dance classes per day, creative expression time, group work, reading, games, crafts, projects and movie time. Activities will be scaffolded by age and skill-appropriate groupings, and a camp assistant will be on-site with the camp leader. Camp dates: June 12-30

Tuition: $235 per week; multiplecamp and family discounts available Registration: dancecdpa.com kwadance@gmail.

CREALDE SCHOOL OF ART SUMMER ART CAMP

600 St. Andrews Blvd., Winter Park Students learn from professional artists as they participate in one- or two-week sessions and receive hands-on instruction working with

Weekly and two-week sessions June 5 through Aug. 3 Tuition: crealde.org Ages: 4 (407) 671-1886

CREALDE SCHOOL OF ART YOUNG ADULT IMMERSION

600 St. Andrews Blvd., Winter Park

Details: This experience features a variety of hands-on creative expression in classes taught by professional artists. Camp dates: Weekly sessions beginning June 5 Tuition: Varies Registration: crealde.org Ages: 12 to 16 Contact: (407) 671-1886

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DR. PHILLIPS CENTER ADVENTHEALTH SCHOOL OF ARTS SUMMER PROGRAMS

155 E. Anderson St., Orlando

Details: Weeklong camps include topics and themes such as musical theater, improv and full-scale productions.

Camp dates: June 12 through July

16 (Musical Theater: Take It From The Top); June 19 to July 1 (Young Theater

Production: Bring It On The Musical); July

5-7 (Comedy: Improv Intensive with SAK Comedy Lab); July 10-14 (Musical Theater: Best of Broadway) July 17-21 (Musical Theater: The Magic of Disney) July 24-28

(Musical Theater: Universal Dreamworks Adventure) Tuition: Varies Registration: drphillipscenter.org/education/classesand-camps/summer-camps Ages: Varies Contact: (407) 455-5551 or classes@ drphillipscenter.org

ELITE ANIMATION ACADEMY

3107 Edgewater Drive, Orlando

Details: Learn about drawing animemanga, animation or digital animation, comics, cartooning, and more at Elite Animation Academy.

Camp dates: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, June 5 through Aug.

11 Tuition: $500 per weekly summer studio and virtual camp and summer online courses for 10 weeks (payment plan available for courses) Registration: eliteanimationacademy.com/onlineenrollment Ages: 8 and older Contact: (407) 459-7959

FAMILY CHURCH ARTS CAMPS

Lakeside, 8464 WInter Garden-Vineland Road, Orlando; Windermere, 300 Main St., Windermere

Details: Family Church will offer a variety of artistic camps, including puppet and musical theater/drama.

Camp dates: June 19-23 (Puppet Build and Performance), June 26-30 (Musical Theater); July 17-21 (Drama Camp) Tuition: Varies Registration: summertime.ourfamily.church Ages: Varies Contact: Visit summertime.ourfamily.church

GARDEN MUSIC SUMMER CAMP 2023

40 S. Main St., Winter Garden

Details: The school’s talented instructors will gear the kids up with musical concepts for a different instrument each day. At the end of the week, family and friends will enjoy a live performance of everything the campers have learned.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 19-23 Tuition: $450; enroll before April 30 to receive a 20% discount

Registration: Online at gardenmusic online.com

Ages: 8 to 12 Contact: (407) 6545277

GARDEN THEATRE CAMPS

160 W. Plant St., Winter Garden

Details: Camps focus on developing performance abilities and encouraging a curiosity for theater in a fun and supportive environment. All courses are designed to help campers build confidence, strengthen communication skills, develop imagination and create a sense of community.

Camp dates: May 30 through Aug. 4

Tuition: $250-$295; $825 for “Legally Blonde Jr.” camp Registration: bit.ly/ GTSummer23 Ages: Third through 12th grades Contact: (407) 877-4736, Ext. 0

HORIZON HIGH SCHOOL BAND

2023

SUMMER MUSIC CAMP

Horizon High School, 10393 Seidel Road, Winter Garden

Details: Summer Music Camp is a great opportunity to start or continue your child’s development in band, or provide enrichment through summer music classes.

9 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 5-8 and June 12-15. After-care option is available until 4 p.m. for an additional fee

Registration: Online at horizon hsband.net Ages: Kindergarten through eighth grade

Contact:

Charlene Cannon, Charlene. Cannon@ocps. net

MAILE SCHOOL SUMMER CAMPS

803 S. Orlando Ave., Suite F, Winter Park

Details: The Maile Professional Image, Modeling and Acting School offers a variety of camps for modeling and acting.

Camp dates: June 12-23 or July 10-21 (Image & Confidence); June 12-23 or July 17-28 (Teen on Camera Acting) June 13-16 or July 11-14 (Kids on Camera Acting)June 19-23 or July 24-28 (Modeling) Tuition: Varies Registration: (407) 628-5989

Ages: Varies Contact: (407) 628-5989

MARSHALL ELLIS DANCE SCHOOL SUMMER PROGRAMS

ME Performing Arts Center, 1300 La Quinta Drive, Orlando

Details: The Marshall Ellis Dance School is offering two summer programs for 2023: Four-Week Ballet Intensive in June and a Two-Week Performance Intensive in July. These rigorous training programs are designed for motivated and aspiring dancers. Attendees will take daily technique classes in each intensive’s focused area, have the opportunity to work with renowned teachers and learn choreography progressively integrated through The Fusion Powered by ME (Marshall Ellis) Program. This is a unique opportunity for committed dancers to refine their skills in multiple styles of dance, broaden their dance vocabulary and grow as artists. Class sizes are small to create an individualized experience. At the end of each intensive course, students will perform live at ME Theatre.

Camp dates: Four-Week Ballet Intensive: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday, June 5-30. Two-Week Performance Intensive: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday, July 17-28. Tuition: $635 (Four-Week Ballet Intensive); $535 (Two-Week Performance Intensive) Registration: marshallellisdanceschool. com/summer-intensive Ages: 8-20, multiple levels Contact: marshallellisdanceschool.com

OAKLAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH MUSIC CAMP

218 E. Oakland Ave., Oakland

Details: Children will perform a musical skit, receive instruction in piano, recorder, hand bells and Orff mallets, as well as recreation, Bible Study and activities with boomwhackers, streamers, puppets, singing games and dances.

Camp dates: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. July 10-14 Tuition: $125 Ages: Completed kindergarten through fifth grades Contact: Bonnie Litteral at Bblitteral@aol. com or (407) 466-7554

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ORLANDO BALLET SUMMER CAMPS

600 N. Lake Formosa Drive, Orlando

Details: Orlando Ballet is offering several summer sessions and camps. Camp dates: June 5-9 (Junior Summer Dance Camp)

June 5-9 and June 12-16 (Summer Dance Camp) June 5 to July 29 (Young Dancer Summer Session) Dates TBA (Summer Session) Tuition: Varies Registration: orlandoballet.org/programs/obs-camps

Ages: Varies Contact: (407) 418-9818

ORLANDO DANCE CONSERVATORY BALLET SUMMER CAMP

3554 W. Orange Country Club

Drive, Suites 140 and 150, Winter Garden

Details: The camp will include classical ballet, ballet history and ballet movies.

Camp dates: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 1923 Tuition: $300 Registration: Visit orlandodanceconservatory.com Ages: 6-9

Contact: (407) 616-4967

ORLANDO DANCE CONSERVATORY SUMMER BALLET INTENSIVE

3554 W. Orange Country Club Drive, Suites 140 and 150, Winter Garden

Details: The Summer Ballet Intensive is for students who are at an intermediate or advanced level in their ballet training.

Camp dates: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 26 to July 7 Tuition: $375 per week or $725 for the entire

Registration: at orlandodance conservatory.

com Ages: 10 and up

Contact: (407) 6164967

ORLANDO MUSEUM OF ART SUMMER ART CAMP

2416 N. Mills Ave., Orlando

Details: Rising first- through 12th-graders become immersed in art-making experiences that place value on the process of creative expression in a relaxed atmosphere.

Camp dates: May 30 to Aug. 9 Tuition: Varies Registration: omart.org/learn/ summer_art_camp_1

Ages: Entering first through 12th grades Contact: (407) 8964231, Ext. 262, or education@omart.org

ORLANDO PREMIER MUSIC INSTRUCTION

Various locations

Details: Orlando Premier Music

Instruction will offer a variety of summer camps, including camps focusing on film, musical theater, drawing and animation. Camp dates: Weekly themed camps 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 5 through Aug. 4

Registration: Online at orlando-premier-music-instruction. com/2023Summer Camps.

Ages: Varies

Contact: orlandopremier-musicinstruction.com

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ACADEMY

Florida Film Academy has served the Winter Garden community for 12-plus years. Most camps will take place at Florida Film Academy’s Winter Garden campus, 1261 Winter Garden-Vineland Road, Winter Garden, while others will take place across other venues this summer such as Disney, Universal, St Augustine and more. To learn more or to register, visit flfilmacademy.com.

IMPROV ACTING & ACTING FOR THE SCREEN EXPERIENCE

Details: Students combine their love for live theater and movies into this exciting four-day camp. Students walk away with monologues ready for upcoming auditions. Camp dates: May 30 through June 2 Tuition: $350 Ages: 8-14

MAKE A MOVIE

Details: This program takes students behind the scenes as they learn how to produce short films as a crew.

Camp dates: June 5-9; June 19-23, July 17-21, and July 31 through Aug. 4

Tuition: $325 per week Ages: 7-12

DIGITAL DRAWING AND PAINTING

Details: Students will explore the digital side of drawing and painting as they master Procreate. Camp dates:

June 5-8 Tuition: $595 Ages: 14-18

COSPLAY AND PROP DESIGN

Details: Students will craft their own props in this immersive summer camp. They will learn how to design, create, mold, shape and bring to life iconic props from their favorite movies and TV shows while adding their own unique twist. Camp dates:

June 5-9 Tuition: $650 Ages: 11-17

SUMMER CREATIVE MIXER

Details: A taste of all Florida Film Academy has to offer. Students will rotate each day across a creative curriculum of workshops featuring projects and challenges in filmmaking, photography, social media content creation such as YouTube, stopmotion movies and more. Camp dates: June 12-16 or July 24-28

Tuition: $395 Ages: 7-12

CREATING PORTRAITS & PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIOS

Details: Students will learn how to create a professional art portfolio. Students will be taught what is needed to create a digital and traditional portfolio, as well the differences between the two. Camp dates: June 19-22 Tuition: $595 Ages: 14-18

SUMMER TEEN BEGINNER

FILMMAKER

Details: This beginner program takes students behind the scenes as they learn how to produce short films and master the art of visual storytelling. For a more technical camp, check out our Teen DSLR Filmmaker session. Camp dates: June 26-30; July 10-14 Tuition: $325 Ages: 12-17

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FILMMAKER: DSLR EDITION

Details: In this one-of-a-kind experience, students work on producing film festival quality films. Immerse yourself in the world of movie-making as you use professional lens-based cameras, sound gear and editing software to produce short films as a crew throughout the week. Camp dates: June 26-30, and July 31 through Aug 4 Tuition: $425 Ages: 12-17

SUMMER CREATIVE CRAFTING ART EXPERIENCE

Details: Students will complete a variety of creative arts and crafting projects while learning about patterns, mixing colors, jewelry making, piping, sculpting, DIY crafts and a variety of crafting techniques.

Camp dates: June 28-30 Tuition: $300 Ages: 8-13

PRODUCTION 360

Details: Dive in feet-first as students experience an entire production from start to finish. What’s the format? Live performance art and TV puppetry! Camp dates: July 5-7

Tuition: $300 Ages: 10-17

IMPROV ACTING & ACTING FOR THE SCREEN EXPERIENCE TEENS

Details: Students combine their love for live theater and movies into this exciting camp. Camp dates: July 5-7

Tuition: $300 Ages: 10-16

SUMMER FX MAKEUP AND PROSTHETICS

Details: In this specialty camp, students learn a variety of movie makeup techniques, including, but not limited to, character development, face casting, prosthetics and application. Camp dates: July 10-14 Tuition: $650 Ages: 11-18

SUMMER ANIMATION ART FOR KIDS! THE ART OF MARVEL/ DC

& THE MULTIVERSE

Details: Students will learn about the iconic characters and artwork of Marvel and DC entertainment — exploring how superheroes and villains are brought to life in comic books, animation and film.

Camp dates: July 25-28 Tuition: $350

Ages: 9-12

SUMMER ANIMATION KIDS

ART, DRAWING AND ANIMATION

Details: Led by our head of art and animation, Peter Smith, this camp is designed to introduce students to the exciting world of drawing, art and animation. Camp dates: July 31-Aug 3

Tuition: $350 Ages: 9-12

MAKE A MOVIE: CAMP SCI FI!

Details: This classic Make a Movie summer camp program takes students behind the scenes as they learn how to produce original short films as a crew.

Camp dates: July 31 through Aug. 4

Tuition: $325 Ages: 7-12

OVERNIGHT TEEN EXPERIENCE AT WALT DISNEY WORLD

Details: Create your own narrative as you immerse yourself in a World of Storytelling with the Florida Film Academy team at Disney World. All meals, accommodations and park tickets included with tuition Camp dates: June 11-16 Tuition: $2,650

Ages: 13-17

OVERNIGHT TEEN

EXPERIENCE

AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO

Details: Working with both Florida Film Academy with breakout sessions from the Universal Studios Education teams, students will learn about story, set design and the art and craft of filmmaking. Camp dates: June 18-23

Tuition: $2,650 Ages: 14-18

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ORLANDO SHAKESPEARE THEATER CREATIVE ARTS CAMPS

812 E. Rollins St., Orlando

While learning from theater professionals, young actors will tackle essential acting skills while exploring their craft through fun themes. Camp dates: Registration: orlandoshakes.org/classes/categories/ Kindergarten

Contact: (407) 447-

ORLANDO PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA SUMMER CAMP

425 N. Bumby Ave., Orlando

The summer camp is a two-week program for string students who want to grow musically while learning from some of Orlando’s top professional musicians and guest artists. This is a great opportunity for high school-level students to develop skills like chamber and orchestral playing, music theory, solo performance and more. Each week will conclude in a performance during which students will play side-by-side with principal players from the

Camp dates: May 30 through Tuition: $450; payment plans and scholarships

Registration: orlandophil.org/opo-summer$15 application fee

Entering grades nine Contact: (407) 770-0071

PEACHES DANCE AND MUSIC SUMMER CAMPS

9001 Taborfield Ave., Orlando Campers participate in morning dance classes (musical theater, jazz, silks and trampoline) and an afternoon art and drama class. Campers will make memories that last a lifetime as they dance, dream and do at Peaches. At 2 p.m. every Thursday, campers will put on a performance for parents, families and

Camp dates: June 12-16 (Broadway Bound); June 19-23 (Camp Rock); June 26-30 (Superhero Camp); July 10-14 (The Wizarding World); July 17-21 (Marvelous Matilda); July 2428 (Wonderful World of Disney) Tuition: Registration: FrontDesk@ peachesdanceorlando.com Ages: 3 to 10

(407) 217-5088

PLASTER COTTAGE SUMMER CAMPS

Plaster Cottage, 1203 W. S.R. 50, Suite E, Clermont; 16640 Cagan Crossings Blvd., Suite 304, Clermont

Details: Plaster Cottage is offering fullweek summer camps at both Clermont locations.

Camp dates: Weekly sessions June 5-28

Tuition: $100 Registration: Online at plastercottageofclermont.com

Ages: 4 to 12 Contact: (352) 536-9946 (Clermont) or (352) 404-8932 (Cagan Crossings)

READY, SET, DANCE! SUMMER DANCE CAMPS

2220 Hempel Ave., Gotha

Details: These 2023 summer dance camps are all new and exciting.

Camp dates: June 12-16 (Candy Crusher Dance Camp) June 19-23 (Space Jamz Dance Camp) July 10-14 (Beach Party Dance Camp) July 17-21 (Wizards, Good Witches and Magic). There will be a free show for family and friends at the end of every week. The number of students in each camp limited. Tuition: $250 due six weeks prior to each camp, 10% discount for siblings Registration: (407) 470-7365

Ages: 3 and older Contact: (407) 4707365

ROSEN JCC ART CAMP

11184 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando

Details: Each week features different take-home projects that will include the pottery wheel, clay sculpture, canvas painting and crafts. Themes vary by week.

Camp dates: Eight weeks starting June 5 Tuition: $325 per week $315 for JCC members Registration: camp.rosenjcc. org/register Ages: Kindergarten through eighth grade Contact: (407) 387-5330

ROSEN JCC “LIGHTS, CAMERA, DANCE” CAMP

11184 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando

Details: Each week, students will move and groove to soundtracks of different movies based on that week’s theme. Students will be exposed to different styles of dance such as hip hop, tumbling and jazz. Dancing is just the beginning. We will incorporate arts and crafts, scene play, movie and dance history.

Camp dates: Four weeks starting June 5 Tuition: $325 per week $315 for members Registration: camp.rosenjcc. org/register Ages: First through fifth grades Contact: (407) 387-5330

RUSSIAN BALLET

ORLANDO SUMMER CAMP

618 N. Mills Ave., Orlando

Details: Camps are full of fun with themed weeks and weekly shows. Campers will enjoy dancing, acting, singing, and arts and crafts.

Camp dates: May 29 through Aug. 4

Tuition: $275 per week Registration: russianballetorlando.orgcamps Ages: 4 to 9 Contact: (407) 896-0309

SOBO SUMMER ART CAMPS

127 S. Boyd St., Winter Garden

Details: Lenore Eastham will be facilitating the children’s opportunity to experience a wide variety of art experiences.

Camp dates: June 5-9 (Wide World of Animals); June 12-16 (Famous Artists); June 19-23 (Earth, Wind, Fire and Water); June 26-30 (Realism vs. Abstract) July 10-14 (It’s Only Natural) July 17-21 (Just My Imagination) Tuition: $150 per week

Registration: info@wgart.org Ages: Entering second grade and up Contact: (407) 347-7996

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SUMMER CAMPS AT THE REP

Orlando Repertory Theatre, 1001 E. Princeton St., Orlando

Details: The Orlando Rep’s camps, workshops and programs are designed to foster self-confidence, creative thinking, problem-solving skills, collaboration, trust and discipline through the medium of the performing arts.

Camp dates: Various camps and workshops begin June 1 Tuition: Varies

Registration: orlandorep.com Ages: Varies Contact: (407) 896-7365

SUPERAWESOMECOOL POTTERY CLAY AND CANVAS CAMPS

Super Awesome Cool Pottery, 6100 S. Orange Ave., Orlando; Rosen Jewish Community Center, 11184 S. ApopkaVineland Road, Orlando; St. Luke’s Lutheran School, 2025 W. State Road 426, Oviedo; Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando

Details: Students will learn how to spin a bowl on the potter’s wheel, sculpt with clay and do canvas painting. There also will be Potter’s Wheel Camps at the studio and a STEAM camp at Leu Gardens.

Camp dates: Camps begin May 30; specific dates vary by location Tuition: Varies Registration: SuperAwesomeCool. com/camp Ages: Rising first-graders and up Contact: (407) 720-3699

SCHOOL OF ROCK ORLANDO FIVE-DAY ROCK 101 CAMP

6700 Conroy-Windermere Road, Orlando

Details: Students will learn a basic understanding of singing, guitar, drums, bass, keyboard and music theory relating to rock ’n’ roll.

Camp dates: June 26-30 or July 1721 Tuition: $349 Registration: Visit locations.schoolofrock.com/orlando

Ages: 7-12 Contact: (407) 710-9100

SCHOOL OF ROCK ORLANDO PERFORMANCE CAMPS

6700 Conroy-Windermere Road, Orlando

Details: The camp includes group rehearsals, music trivia, song casting and attention from instructors.

Camp dates: June 12-16 (21st-Century

Modern Rock Performance Camp); July 2428 (Best of the 90s Performance Camp)

Tuition: $349 Registration: locations. schoolofrock.com/orlando Ages: 7-18

Contact: (407) 710-9100

THEATRE SOUTH PLAYHOUSE CAMPS

7601 Della Drive, Suite 15, Orlando

Details: Camps feature a variety of shows and teach students acting skills, vocal performance and dance.

Camp dates: May 30 to June 2 (The Family Madrigal); June 5-9 (Barbie Bootcamp/

SIX Vocal & Dance Workshop); June 12-16

(The Family Madrigal/Beetlejuice Broadway Intensive); June 19-23 (Camp Harry Potter/ Miranda Musicals — Broadway Dance Intensive); June 26-30 (Camp Freak Flag) (Shrek: The Musical); July 3-7 (I Want to be Annie); July 17-21 (Rise Up!/Hamilton)/Princesses

In Concert; July 24-28 (Stage Combat Intensive/Broadway Concert Camp); July 31 to Aug. 5 (The Greatest Show Dance Intensive); June 26 to July 16 (Mean Girls Junior three-week camp intensive)

Tuition: Varies Registration: theatresouthplayhouse.org/summer-camp-2023 Ages: Entering first grade through college age Contact: (407) 601-4380

VALENCIA COLLEGE SUMMER DANCE INSTITUTE

Valencia College East Campus, 701 N. Econlockhatchee Trail, Orlando

Details: Dancers will take daily ballet, modern and repertory classes, culminating in a performance in conjunction with Valencia College dance majors. Audition required.

Camp dates: June 26 to July 22; Valencia

Dance Summer Repertory Concert July 21-22 Tuition: $200 Registration: Visit bit.ly/3TB02yQ Ages: Rising ninthgraders through graduating 12th-graders Contact: (407) 582-2091

WEST ORANGE SUMMER MUSIC CAMP

West Orange High School, 1625 Beulah Road, Winter Garden

Details: The music camp offers comprehensive music education by professional educators and musicians in a fun, exciting and positive environment. This camp will offer three tracks: Elementary Music (first through third grades); Beginning Band (fourth through sixth grades, or students entering seventh and eighth grade who have never played a band instrument before); and Concert Band (seventh and eighth grades).

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 1 through June 2 and June 5-9. A camp concert will take place 6 p.m. June 9

Tuition: $180. An extended-day option is available for $50. Registration: westorangeband.com Ages: Entering first through eighth grades Contact: westorangeband.com

YMCA JUNIOR ARTIST CAMP

Dr. P. Phillips YMCA, 7000 Dr. Phillips Blvd. Orlando

Details: Calling all creative campers! If your child loves to paint, draw and create works of art in a fun, safe environment, then this is the camp for them! Campers will have to opportunity to try canvas art, clay models and guided drawing projects.

Camp dates: June 19-24 or July 24-28

Tuition: $200 for members; $275 for non-members Registration: Ongoing at ymcacf.org/programs/camps/specialty/ interest Ages: Varies Contact: camp@ cfymca.org

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YOUNG WRITERS SUMMER CAMPS

UCF Downtown Orlando, Dr. Phillips Academic Commons, 500 W. Livingston St., Orlando

Details: Page 15 will host in-person creative-writing summer camps. Page 15 is a children’s literacy program based in Central Florida. This camp gives students an opportunity to bring their stories to life and connect with professional writing coaches and graphic designers to assist them in publishing their own printed book.

Camp dates: June 5-9 or July 10-14 (rising third- and fourth-graders); June 12-16 or July 17-21 (rising fifth- and sixthgraders); June 19-23 and July 24-28 (rising seventh- through eighth-graders); and June 26-30 (rising ninth- through 12th-graders) Tuition: $275 Registration:

YOUNG STAR MUSICAL THEATRE SUMMER CAMPS

855 East Plant St., Suite 800 and 900, Winter Garden

Details: Young Star Musical Theatre summer camps encompass singing, dancing, acting and lots of fun for all

different ages. This year, YSMT is offering two two-week summer stock intensives: Matilda Jr. and Newsies Jr. Back by popular demand: Encanto Summer Camp! YSMT is located next door to the Winter Garden Library.

Camp dates: June 5 to Aug. 4; no

camp July 3-7 Tuition: $150 to $550

Registration: iLoveYSMT.com/summercamp Ages: Rising first- through 12thgraders (separated by age groups) Contact: (407) 408-6343 or YSMTstaff@gmail.com

Learn to row Summer Camps Orlando Area Rowing Society

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EDUCATION

BRICKS 4 KIDZ SUMMER CAMP

West Orange Church of Christ, 1450 Daniels Road, Winter Garden

Details: These LEGO-themed camps offer themed weeks, including Star Wars

Galaxy, Bat League, Super Hero Academy, Amusement Park, Jurassic Brick Land Park, Pokémon, Classic Arcade and more.

Camp dates: May 29 through Aug. 4

Tuition: Varies; early care and after care available for extra fee Registration:

Ongoing Ages: Varies Contact: Call (407) 603-5439

CAMP INVENTION: WONDER

The Crenshaw School, 2342 Hempel Ave., Gotha

Details: Campers explore physics, design engineering and art as they build their own mini skate park, create DIY riders, personalize their mini skateboards and try out challenging features.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. June 1216 Tuition: $300 Registration: Ongoing; register online at campinvention.org

Entering kindergarten through sixth grade Contact: (407) 757-2241

CHILDREN’S LIGHTHOUSE

220 Windermere Road, Winter Garden

Details: Spend the summer in a fun, exciting and safe setting.

Camp dates: All summer

Tuition: Call for information

Registration: Ongoing Ages: Varies Contact: (407) 395-0077 or visit ChildrensLighthousePOF.com

CODE NINJAS WINDERMERE

Plantation Grove Shopping Center, 2560 Maguire Road, Suite 210, Ocoee

Details: Kids can participate in camps such as Modding with Minecraft, Intro to Roblox Development, Become a YouTuber and Adventures in Game Design dates: TBA Tuition: Varies Registration: codeninjas.com Ages: 8-14 Contact: 563-2633

CRANIUM ACADEMY SUMMER CAMP

Cranium Academy, 4068 Winter Garden-Vineland Road, Winter Garden

Details: The program offers learning for students with a wide range of interests in the arts, humanities, sciences and STEM.

Camp dates: Weeklong sessions Tuition: Call for information Registration: Ongoing

GRADE POWER LEARNING

286 Moore Road, Ocoee

Details: Summer learning programs help students maintain their learning momentum while catching up on missed concepts and getting a head start on next year’s curriculum.

Camp dates: Call for information Tuition: Call for information

ID TECH CAMP

Rollins College, 1000 Holt Ave., Winter Park

Details: Kids and teens will discover coding, game development, robotics and design in an inspiring, collegiate setting.

Camp dates: Weekly from June 12 through July 17 Tuition: Starts at $1,029 Ages: 7 to 17 Contact: (888) 709-8324 or idtech.com

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ORANGE COUNTY REGIONAL HISTORY CENTER ADVENTURES IN HISTORY CAMPS

65 E. Central Blvd., Orlando

Details: The fun learning environment combines cool historic facts with STEAM content through hands-on activities. Camp themes include Courtroom Forensics, Creature Feature, Myths & Mysteries of Florida,Trailblazing Floridians, Moon Walkers & Ocean Trekkers and History Unearthed.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 30 through Aug. 4 Tuition: $225 for members and $250 for non-members. Orange County Government employees eligible for member discount. Tuition includes early- and after-care, and a camp T-shirt.

Registration: Ongoing at thehistorycenter. org/education/

MAD SCIENCE OF CENTRAL FLORIDA

West Oaks Mall, 9401 W. Colonial Drive, Ocoee

Details:

host a variety of camps that will satisfy scientific curiosities for elementary- and middle-school-age children.

Camp dates: (Brixology LEGO Engineering Camp), June 12-16 (Eureka! The Inventor’s Camp), June 26-30 (Robotics and Coding), July 17-21 (Boom, Splat, Fizz! Messy, Slimey Science!)

Registration: org

MEAD BOTANICAL GARDEN YOUNG NATURALIST CAMP

1300 S. Denning Drive, Winter Park

Details: with nature in the beautiful and unique setting of Mead Botanical Garden. They will make discoveries about wildlife, wetlands, plants, the environment and our ecosystem.

Camp dates: a.m. to 3 p.m. June 6 through July 22. Extended care available for an additional charge.

Ongoing

6323 or camp@meadgarden.org

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ORLANDO SCIENCE

CENTER SUMMER CAMP

Orlando Science Center, 777 E. Princeton St., Orlando

Details: These STEM camps provide a nurturing environment that promotes hands-on learning while fostering excitement in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Themed weeks include Junior Astronaut, Superhero Science, LEGO-Ology, Young Gardeners, Activate Creature Powers, Engineering Together and Minecraft.

Camp dates: Starting May 29 Tuition: Starting at $200, varies depending on age, program and membership status

Registration: Online osc.org Ages: Preschool through entering ninth grade Contact: (407) 514-2112 or osc.org/ education/summercamps

PARK MAITLAND SUMMER CAMP

Park Maitland School, 1450 S.Orlando Ave., Maitland

Details: Summer programs include day camps, academic camps, specialty camps and sports camps

Camp dates: May 31 through Aug. 2

Registration: parkmaitland.com Tuition: Varies according to program. Before- and after-care is available Ages: Rising K4 through eighth grade Contact: (407 9047390 or (407) 759-4680

SEAWORLD ORLANDO SUMMER CAMPS

SeaWorld Orlando, 7007 SeaWorld Drive, Orlando

Details: SeaWorld Orlando’s summer day camps combine education and entertainment in a way that connects people to the sea and sea life.

Camp dates: Varies Tuition: Weekly costs

vary depending on program Registration: Ongoing Ages: Preschool through entering 12th grade Contact: (407) 545-5550 or seaworldcamps.com/orlando

STARCHILD ACADEMY SUMMER CAMPS

StarChild Windermere, 11815 Silverlake Park Drive, Windermere; StarChild Winter Garden, 1324 Winter Garden-Vineland Road, Winter Garden

Details: Programs feature field trips and guest speakers who visit its locations. Camp dates: Call for dates. Tuition: Varies Registration: Fill out application at starchildacademy.com Contact: StarChild Windermere, (407) 876-7827, or email info@starchildwindermere.com; StarChild Winter Garden, (407) 877-0345, or email info@StarChildWinterGarden.com

TREK TUTORING AND TEST PREP

Online and in-person tutoring available.

Details: Trek Tutoring offers customized programs in SAT/ACT prep, middle-school math, pre-algebra, algebra 1, algebra 2, geometry, trigonometry, pre-calculus, AP calculus, IB mathematics and more.

Camp dates: All summer Tuition: Call for information Registration: mathtrektutoring. com

Ages: Varies Contact: (407) 269-2037 or email to mathtrektutoring@gmail.com

UCF STEM

4000 Central Florida Blvd., Orlando

Details: Multiple camps, including Camp Connect, GLAMPing (Girls Leading and Making Program), Laser & Photonics

Camp and Summer Institutes

Camp dates: Varies Tuition: Varies

Registration: ucf.edu/summercamp Ages: Middle school and high school Contact: ucf.edu

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UR LEARNING SOLUTION SUMMER PROGRAM

Various locations

Details: learn academic fundamentals through fun activities. Camp offers field trips, games, social activities, problemsolving and more.

Camp dates: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, June 6 through July 27 Tuition: Varies Registration: urlearningsolution.com Ages: Varies Contact: urlearningsolution@gmail.com or (407) 658-7575

VALENCIA COLLEGE EAST CAMPUS

701 N. Econlockhatchee Trail, Orlando

Details: Valencia College is offering a variety of arts- and communicationsfocused programs this summer.

Camp dates: Rock and Roll Camp is June 5-9 for ages fifth through 12th grades; Summer Dance Institute (must audition) is June 26 through July 22 for ninth through 12th grades Tuition: $320 and $200, respectively Registration: valenciacollege. edu/academics/programs Ages: Middle school and high school Contact: (407) 299-5000 or valenciacollege.edu

YMCA SPECIALTY CAMPS

Downtown Orlando YMCA, 433 N. Mills Ave., Orlando; Dr. P. Phillips YMCA, 7000 Dr. Phillips Blvd., Orlando; Lake Nona YMCA, 9055 Northlake Parkway, Orlando

Details: Camps include Animal Lovers, Art Lovers, Brixology, Crazy Chemistry Lab, Dance/Cheer Camp, STEM/Science and Junior Chefs.

Camp dates: Starting June 5 Tuition: Varies Registration: ymcacf.org/ programs/camps/specialty/interest Ages: Varies Contact: camp@cfymca.org

YOUNG INNOVATORS ACADEMY SUMMER CAMP

1297 Winter Garden-Vineland Road, Winter Garden

Details: Young Innovators Academy combines fun-filled, hands-on, quality educational experiences with surperior safety standards. Our caring, well-trained counselors help ensure an action-packed week of laughing and learning with unique weekly themes, field trips and adventures. Camp dates: All summer Tuition: Call for information Registration: Online at younginnovatorsacademy.com Ages: Varies Contact: (844) 909-0800 or yiawintergarden@younginnovatorsccn.com

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SPECIAL NEEDS

OCA

5125 Adanson St., Suite 750, Orlando

Details: OCA’s Summer Camp is packed full of fun. Each week has a new and educational theme to deliver a summer camp experience full of fulfilling social and personal growth opportunities. This summer, participants will enjoy arts and crafts, swimming, cooking, science, games, theater, music, dance, and field trips. The PeeWee Camp is for ages 3 to 7, while the School Age Camp is for ages 8 to 22.

Camp dates: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. June 5 through July 28 Tuition: PeeWee $280; School Age $245 Ages: 3-22

Registration: Online at GoOCA.org

Contact: (407) 808-7837 or Nicole Swearingen, nswearingen@gooca.org

UCP OF CENTRAL FLORIDA SUMMER CAMP PROGRAMS

UCP West Orange Campus, 1441 Winter Garden-Vineland Road, Winter Garden

BUILDING PATHWAYS SUMMER LIFE AND SOCIAL SKILLS CAMPS

Because of confidentiality, call for Ocoee address.

Details: Participants learn social and life skills as they engage in fun activities, including swimming, biking, tennis, basketball crafts and games, as well as attend weekly movies, shop for groceries and enjoy weekly field trips.

Camp dates: 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. weekdays during the weeks of June 12, 19 and 26, and July 10, 17 and 24 Tuition: $475 per week or $1,325 for three weeks, $2,700 for all six weeks; application fee is $50 Registration: (407) 654-9711 Ages: 12 and older (must be toilet-trained and able to walk independently) Contact: buildingpathwaysinfo@gmail.com

EASTER SEALS CAMP CHALLENGE

31600 Camp Challenge Road, Sorrento

Details: Camp Challenge provides a unique experience for children older than 6 years and adults of any age with disabilities and special needs to have the opportunity to actively participate in camping activities, engage in social interaction with peers, and achieve life-changing experiences.

Camp dates: Session 1 (adults) June 11-17; Session 2 (adults) June 18 to June 30; Session 3 (adults) July 2-14; Session 4 (young adults) July 16-22; and Session 5 (kids) July 24-29 Tuition: Call

for information Registration: Ongoing Tuition: $1,105 for sessions 1, 4 and 5; $2,210 for sessions 2 and 3. Supply fee for first session is $55. The additional session supply fee is $35 Ages: Varies Contact: (352) 383-4711 or camp@fl.easterseals. com

INTERVENTIONS UNLIMITED SOCIAL SKILLS SUMMER CAMP

Interventions Unlimited, 848 Executive Drive, Oviedo

Details: Programs are designed to focus on the social needs of the children. The goal is to provide a motivating, positive, therapeutic and, most importantly, fun learning environment for children. Students must be able to form threethrough five-word sentences and manage in a 1:6 ratio without being disrputive, follow directions and not require 1:1 support.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 5 to July 14 Tuition: $2,655; application fee is included Registration: Ongoing, preferred registration by June 4 Ages: 5-13 Contact: (407) 678-8889 or info@myalpine.org

LAKE AURORA’S CAMP FRIENDSHIP

Lake Aurora Christian Camp, 237 Golden Bough Road, Lake Wales

Details: Camp Friendship is planned especially for those with developmental and physical disabilities. Campers, each

accompanied by a “special friend,” will have opportunities to participate in a wide variety of experiences, including worship, Bible study, crafts, swimming, fishing, game room, talent night, hayride and much more. Lake Aurora teams up with groups experienced with specialized programming and is a part of Lake Aurora’s The Sunshine Project.

Camp dates: July 5 to 7 Tuition: $195 Ages: 10 and older Contact: (863) 6961102 or info@lakeaurora.org

Details: UCP Charter Schools provide various summer enrichment camp/ programs at PreK/elementary campuses. At the UCP Summer Camp Programs, children experience new things, develop new skills and have fun along the way. UCP creates an exciting, safe environment for kids of all abilities so they have an unforgettable summer of fun. A VPK program is also available from June 1 to July 21.

Camp dates: Varies Tuition: Varies

Registration: $40 Ages: 2-11 Contact: (407) 904-0135 or ucpcfl.org

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FAITH

CAMP ITHIEL

2037 Hempel Ave., Gotha

Details: Camp Ithiel offers summer camps that give youth the chance to experience God and His creation. There will be multiple weeks for various ages at the Gotha location.

Camp dates: Varies by age group: Kids Camp, Junior Camp, Junior High Camp, Senior High Camp and Mountain Adventure Travel Camp Tuition: Varies starting at $210 Registration: campithiel.org/summer-camps/register

Ages: varies Contact: (407) 984-7390 or info@campithiel.org

ROSEN JCC CAMP J

11184 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando

CITRUS CHURCH — UNITED METHODIST VBS

Held at Keene’s Crossing Elementary, 5240 Keenes

Pheasant Drive, Winter Garden

VBS Theme: Hero Hotline

When: 9 a.m. to noon June 12 through 1 Ages: Preschool through rising fifth-graders Cost: $50 per child Registration: CitrusChurch. churchcenter.com Contact: children@ citruschurch.org

EVOLVE CHURCH VBS

10564 Second. Ave., Ocoee

VBS Theme: Ready, Set, Move!

When: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. June 1822 Ages: Completed kindergarten to completed fifth grade Cost: Free Registration: ievolve.church Contact info@ievolve.church or (407) 656-1523

FAMILY CHURCH

WINDERMERE VBS

300 Main St., Windermere

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF WINTER GARDEN VBS PLANT STREET CAMPUS

125 E. Plant St., Winter Garden

VBS Theme: Twists & Turns with special appearance of Overcoming Obstacles from 9 a.m. to noon June 9

When: 6 to 8:30 p.m. June 4-8 Ages: Age 3 through completed fifth grade Cost: Free; T-shirts are $7 Registration: fbcwg. org/event/vbs-plant-street-campus Contact: Stephanie Cline, scline@fbcwg. org, (407) 656-2352

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ORLANDO’S CAMP ORLANDO

Southeastern University; 1000 Longfellow Blvd., Lakeland

CAMP GILEAD

1445 Camp Gilead Drive, Polk City

Details: Camp Gilead is a year-round Christian camp that creates an atmosphere for individuals to evaluate their relationship with Christ and be challenged to make decisions for changed lives.

Camp dates: Various commuter and overnight camps June 4 through July

21 Ages: Programs for kindergarten through 12th grade Cost: $359 for overnight camp, $259 for commuter camp Registration: campgilead. campbrainregistration.com Contact: (863) 984-1353 or campgilead.office@ gmail.com

CAMP HORIZON

7369 Sunnyside Drive, Leesburg

Details: These one-week overnight camps combine activities such as waterskiing, tubing, sailing and swimming with chapel time, prayer time and devotions.

Camp dates: Youth, junior and varsity camps available throughout the summer

Ages: 8-10 (junior camp); 11-14 (youth camp); 15-17 (varsity camp) Cost: $325 per week Contact: (352) 728-5822 or CampHorizon.org/summer-camp

Details: Open to children of all faiths and backgrounds, Camp J is a diverse Orlando summer camp dedicated to your child’s happiness, growth and well-being. Rosen carefully crafts its camp programs to nurture your child’s interests, offering general and specialty programs, with age-appropriate activities focused on both fun and learning. There’s never a dull moment at Camp J!

Camp dates: May 30 through Aug.

4 Tuition: $275 per week ($265 for members) Registration: camp.rosenjcc. org/register Ages: Grades K through eight Contact: (407) 387-5330

CENTRAL FLORIDA BIBLE CAMP

23813 C.R. 44A, Eustis

Details: Each of the seven overnight camp sessions is coordinated and staffed by faithful members of churches of Christ.

Camp dates: June 18 through July 29

Ages: Entering kindergarten through graduated seniors, varies depending on session Cost: $115 to $235 Registration: cfbiblecamp.org Contact: cfbiblecamp@ gmail.com or (352) 357-6316

CHURCH AT THE CROSS

700 Good Homes Road, Orlando

Theme: Lost & Found

When: June 13-17 at Stetson University

Ages: Sixth through 12th grade Cost: $250 Registration: rock.catorlando. com/registration/studentcamp2023

Contact: (407) 293-4571

Details: Vacation Bible School is going to be an exciting week of fun, Bible study and worship. Participants will learn all about who God is and how He impacts our lives.

When: June 12 through 16 Cost: $15 Registration: ourfamily.church/ event-detail Contact: kids@ourfamily. church

THE FIRST ACADEMY ROYAL SUMMER

2667 Bruton Blvd., Orlando

Details: All-day and half-day camps include academics, sports, the arts and more.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. June 13-17, July 11-15 and July 1822. Extended day is available. Ages: Preschool through rising 12th grade

Cost: Varies Registration: Varies per camp type Contact: CampRoar@ thefirstacademyorg

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HORIZON WEST CAMPUS

15304 Tilden Road, Winter Garden

VBS Theme: Twists & Turns

When: 9 a.m. to noon July 10-14

Ages: Completed kindergarten through completed fifth grade Free; T-shirts are $7 Registration: fbcwg.org/event/vbs-horizon-west

Contact: Stephanie Cline, scline@fbcwg.org, (407) 656-2352

Details: Students will experience God through authentic worship and the dynamic teaching of scripture. Camp dates: July 21-25 for high school; July 25-28 for middle school Ages: Completed grades five through 12 Cost: $349 until June 11, $399 from June 11 to July 2, and $449 from July 2-12 Registration: firstorlando.com/ camporlando Contact: (407) 425-2555

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH VBS

125 N. Lakeview Ave., Winter Garden

VBS Theme: Food Truck Rally

When: 9 a.m. to noon July 10 through 14

Ages: Pre-K through fifth-graders Cost: Free Registration: Open Contact: Elyse Grossman, egrossman@fumcwg.org

FOUND LIFE CHURCH VBS

1001 W. Plant St., Winter Garden

VBS Theme: Level UP

When: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. June 20-22

Ages: 4 years old through fifth grade Cost: Free Contact: foundlife church@ gmail.com

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GLAD TIDINGS VBS

2009 Fullers Cross Road, Ocoee

VBS Theme: Twists and Turns

When: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday, June 5, through Thursday, June 8 Ages: completed kindergarten through fifth grade Cost: Free Registration: Call for information Contact: (407) 656-4140

LAKE AURORA

CHRISTIAN CAMP

237 Golden Bough Road, Lake Wales

Details: This program features wilderness, traditional and leadership camps.

Camp dates: May 30 through July 28

Ages: Entering first through 12th grades

Registration: LakeAurora.org; open house

2 to 5 p.m. May 21 Cost: Varies by camp

Contact: (863) 696-1102

LIFEBRIDGE CHURCH NAVIGATE

12120 Chase Road, Windermere

Details: Navigate will include a parenting conference, as well as a camp experience for elementary- and middle-school students.

When: June 12 through 15 Ages: Elementary- and middle-school students

Registration: TBA Contact: lburch@ lifebridgechurch.org

MOSAIC CHURCH VBS

11531 Winter Garden-Vineland Road, Winter Garden

VBS Theme: Shine Jesus’s Light

When: 9 a.m. to noon June 26-30 Ages: Pre-K through rising sixth-graders

Registration: thisismosaic.org Contact: bethchristine26@gmail.com

OAKLAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

VBS

218 E. Oakland Ave., Oakland

VBS Theme: Changemakers Lab

When: 9 a.m. to noon July 17-21

Ages: 4-11 Cost: $25 Registration: oaklandpres.org Contact: rebecca@ oaklandpres.org

PASSION CAMP

Ocean Center; 101 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach

Details: Passion Camp is all about leading students in middle school and high school to live their lives for the glory of Jesus. Each year, thousands of students gather together for four days of worship, teaching, community and fun.

Camp dates: July 11-15 Ages: Students entering grades seven through graduating 12th graders. Cost: Starts at $209

Registration: passioncamp.com/register

Contact: passioncamp.com

ST. LUKE’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CAMP

4851 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando

Details: Kids will explore fun rotations such as science, missions, Bible, games and more.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 17-21 and July 24-28 Ages: Rising kindergartners through fifth-graders

ST. LUKE’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH VBS

4851 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando

VBS Theme: WONDER-FULL — Praising God Through the Wonder of Creation

Cost: $175 per week

Registration: st.lukes.org/camps Contact: lstevens@ st.lukes.org

ST. LUKE’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PRESCHOOL CAMP

4851 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando

Details: Kids will explore fun rotations such as science, missions, Bible, games and more.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. June 5-9, June 19-23 and July 17-21 Ages: 3-5 (not having gone to kindergarten) Cost: $150 per week Registration: st.lukes. org/camps Contact: jchambers@ st.lukes.org

When: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. June 12-16. Extended day available from 12:30 to 5 p.m. Ages: Prekindergarten through fifth grade. Cost: $50. Extended day is $25 per day. Registration: st.lukes.org/ camps Contact: lstevens@st.lukes.org

SOUTHSIDE CHURCH VBS

1320 S. Ninth St., Winter Garden

VBS Theme: TBA

When: TBA Registration: southsidecogop.com Contact: (407) 614-1860

WEST ORANGE

CHURCH OF CHRIST VBS

1450 Daniels Road, Winter Garden

VBS Theme: TBA

When: TBA Ages: 3 through rising sixthgraders Cost: Free Registration: cocwo. com Contact: (407) 656-2770, office@ cocwo.com

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GENERAL CAMPS

CAMP ROAR

The First Academy, 2667 Bruton Blvd., Orlando

Details: Camp Roar, part of The First Academy’s Royal Summer, is for all students in Central Florida. Camps include full-day and half-day opportunities. Royal Summer camps have engaging offerings including academics, sports, the arts, STEM learning and additional summer fun.

Camp dates: June 5 through July

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Ages: Preschool through rising 12thgraders Contact: Corey Wall, camproar@ thefirstacademy.org

CENTRAL FLORIDA ZOO & BOTANICAL GARDENS

SUMMER CAMP

Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, 3755 W. Seminole Blvd., Sanford

Details: Explore these exciting summer programs featuring weekly full-day camps with before- and after-care available. Choose from a wide variety of fun and exciting camps, such as Jr. Zoo Keeper, Pirates of the ZOOribbean, Ickyology and Jungle to Jungle.

Camp dates: June through August

Tuition: Varies; discounts are available for annual passholders Registration: centralfloridazoo.org Ages: Contact: (407) 323-4450, Ext. 123, or education@centralfloridazoo.com

CITY OF OCOEE

SUMMER CAMP

Jim Beech Recreation Center, 1820 A.D. Mims Road, Ocoee

Details: Explore new places and create memories during full days of activities, such as field trips, arts and crafts, games, sports, and swimming.

Camp dates: May 30 through Aug. 4

Tuition: Prices vary based on week. Registration fee is $35 per child. Field trip costs are not included. Ongoing; call for information

Contact: (407) 905-3180 or ocoee.org

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FAMILY CHURCH KID’S CLUB CAMP

8464 Winter Garden-Vineland Road, Orlando

Details: Kids’ Club is a full-day summer camp that will offer a fun summer of Kona Ice, water slides, field trips and more. Camp dates: 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 30 through Aug. 4 Tuition: $125 to $175 per week Registration: summertime.ourfamily.

church Ages: Completed grades K through 5 Contact: Visit summertime.ourfamily. church

HI-LITE COACHING LEVEL UP

LIFE SKILLS

hilitecoaching.com

Details: Hi-Lite features a variety or programs, including its exclusive ETA Program, Financial Literacy, Future Educational/Career Options, Résume Writing + Mock Interviews, Social Skills, Fitness + Nutrition, Mental Wellness, Etiquette, Organizational Skills and more!

Dates: Sesson 1: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, June 12-16 and June 1923. Session 2: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, July 17-21 and July 24-28. Tuition: $1,695 for two weeks

Registration: Ongoing Ages: Entering sixth through 12th grades Contact: Success@hilitecoaching.com

KLA SCHOOLS OF HORIZON WEST: ALL THINGS IN MOTION — DISCOVERING MOVEMENT EVERYWHERE WE GO!

8185 Summerlake

Groves St., Winter Garden

Details: KLA’s unique and innovative environment and experiences will provide your child a summer full of fun and learning. Your child will build skills, have fun, and make memories. Our wellrounded program includes art, crafts, junior engineering, junior chef, gardening, sports, water fun, special guests, field trips and much more. Lunch and snacks included in tuition.

Camp dates: May 31 through Aug. 4

Tuition: Starting at $230 per week

Registration: Call (407) 917-4343 or email HWadmissions@klaschools.com

Ages: 5-12 Contact: (407) 917-4343

SUMMER FUN 2023 25 Habitat ReStore: Donate, Shop, Volunteer Get Started With Habitat Homeownership Join A Committee Build With Us Rock The House & Women Build Contribute Financially To Our Efforts Ways to Get Involved: Picking up a hammer is not the only way to build. Habitat needs your financial support, your voice, and your time to help more families build strength, stability, and selfreliance. West Orange Habitat for Humanity 13369 West Colonial Drive, Winter Garden, FL, 34787 Visit westorangehabitat org for more information (407) 809-441 info@westorangehabitat org 398349-1

LAKE CYPRESS SUMMER CAMP

Windermere Preparatory School, 6189

Winter Garden-Vineland Road, Windermere

Details: This camp will feature a variety of activities, including on-campus field trips, tons of indoor specialty camp rooms, swimming, sports, crafts, dance, inflatables, performances, laser tag, dodgeball and more. Specialized half-day camps and extended-day care are also available.

Camp dates: Weekly themed sessions from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. or 7:45 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. from June 5 through July 28 Tuition: $299 per week ($389 for extended care). Half-day camps vary; check website for information Registration: Ongoing; available online at camp.windermereprep. com Ages: 5-14 Contact: (407) 905-7737, Option 7, or camp@windermereprep.com

MONTVERDE ACADEMY DAY CAMP

17235 Seventh St., Montverde

Details: Kids in Day Camp will enjoy an abundance of activities that will help them build confidence, explore new things, and make lifelong friends. From water games, themed activities, STEM, swimming, and arts and crafts to day trips and outdoor sports, there is something for everyone at MVA Day Camp.

Camp dates: June 5 through July 28

Tuition: $235 per week Registration: montverde.org Ages: 4-11 Contact: montverde.org

PIAGET ACADEMY SUMMER CAMP

Piaget Academy, 6395 Raleigh St., Orlando (MetroWest)

Details: This program is enriched with dance, drama, sports and field trips.

Camp dates: All summer. Tuition: Call for information Registration: Ongoing Ages: Varies Contact: (407) 293-9372

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ROSEN JCC GENERAL CAMP

11184 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando

Details: General Camp is jam-packed with fun for campers of all ages. Campers are grouped based on grade and rotate between traditional camp activities with their peers and counselors. Activities typically include arts and crafts, recreation, music, science, cooking, nature, drama and water activities.

Camp dates: May 30 through Aug. 4 Tuition: $275 per week ($265 for members) Registration: camp.rosenjcc. org/register Ages: Grades K through eight Contact: (407) 387-5330

YMCA ELEMENTARY DAY CAMPS

Dr. P. Phillips YMCA, 7000 Dr. Phillips Blvd. Orlando; Roper YMCA Family Center, 100 Windermere Road, Winter Garden; Sunset Park Elementary School, 12050 Overstreet Road, Windermere (Mondays through Thursdays only)

Details: Activities for Elementary Day Camp may also include field trips, onsite guests, nature activities, and weekly family events. Campers will learn the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and faith through camp themes that change each week.

Camp dates: Weekly themed sessions May 30 through Aug. 4 Tuition: Call for information Registration: Ongoing at ymcacf.org/programs/camps/elementary

Ages: Entering first through fifth grades Contact: camp@cfymca.org

YMCA MIDDLE SCHOOL DAY CAMPS

Bridgewater Middle School, 5600 Tiny Road, Winter Garden; Southwest Middle School, 6450 Dr. Phillips Blvd., Orlando

Details: Offerings in STEM, athletics, digital media, and the arts (painting, music, culinary, dance, drama) ensure

students are having fun while continuing to learn throughout the summer. The YMCA of Central Florida Summer Zone is funded by a grant from the Orange County government. Participants must be residents of Orange County. Camp dates: Mondays through Thursdays June 5 through July 27

(no camp July 3-7) Tuition: Call for information Registration: Ongoing at ymcacf.org/programs/camps/middle/ schools Ages: Entering sixth through eighth grades Contact: camp@cfymca. org

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AMERICAN DRAGON MARTIAL ARTS ACADEMIES

25 W. Silver Star Road, Ocoee

Details: When school is out and parents still need to work, martial arts summer camp offers the perfect full-day program for children of all ages. This school’s after-school program becomes an all-day summer camp during the summer months. This program offers parents a safe and educational environment for their children.

Camp dates: 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Mondays through Fridays Tuition: Call for information Registration: Ongoing Ages: Varies Contact: (321) 443-8077

THE ATHLETE MAKER SUMMER WORKOUTS

Windermere Preparatory School, 6189 Winter Garden-Vineland Road, Windermere

Details: These summer workouts, led by nationally recognized strength coach Micah Kurtz, are open to all athletes from any school who want to improve. Personal training also available upon request.

Camp dates: Mondays through Thursdays, June 5 through July 28 (no workouts the week of July 4). 9 to 10:15 a.m. (football); 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (F.A.S.S.T. — Future Athlete Speed and Strength Training); 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (females); and 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. (males). Tuition: Varies

Registration: Online at theathletemaker. com Ages: Varies Contact: Micah Kurtz, kurtzmicah@gmail.com

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SPORTS CAMP

Foundation Academy Tilden Campus, 15304 Tilden Road, Winter Garden

Details: This camp provides a week of fun and fundamentals in soccer, football, volleyball and basketball.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 19-22

Tuition: $300

Registration: Online at foundationacademy.net/2023-sportssummer-camps Ages: Rising K5 through sixth grades Contact: (407) 877-2744

Winter Garden

Details: Stretch, tumble, twirl and play the summer away with crafts, games and more fun mixed into each day.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. all summer Tuition: $209 per week for non-members, $189 for members; or $50 per day for non-members, $40 for members; lunches and extended-stay prices available

Registration: gymnasticsusa.us/camps

Ages: 3-12 Contact: (407) 504-0911 or admin-wg@gymnasticsusa.us

ICE FACTORY ICE SKATING SUMMER CAMP

Ice Factory of Central Florida, 2221 Partin Settlement Road, Kissimmee

Details: Activities include daily basic group skating lesson, arts and crafts, broomball, ice hockey, outdoor games, onice games, and more.

Camp dates: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. June 5 to 28 (seven weeks) Tuition: $195 per week; $30 season registration fee, $50 deposit per week to reserve spot Registration: icefactory.com/camps Ages: 5-12 Contact: (407) 933-4259 or cashier@ icefactory.com

MG TENNIS YOUTH SUMMER TENNIS CAMP

Windermere Recreation Center, 11465 Park Ave., Windermere

Details: Improve your skills while making tennis your sport of a lifetime.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Mondays through Thursdays, June 6 to July 21 Tuition: $240 per week-long session; discount for early registration before May 1 varies Registration: kpointetennis.com/events-1/2023summer-youth-tennis-camp Ages: Varies Contact: (407)-758-2286

MONTVERDE ACADEMY

BOYS LACROSSE CAMP

17235 Seventh St., Montverde

Details: Athletes of all skill will learn the game, improve their athletic skills and work on their fundamentals.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon June 5-9

Tuition: $175 Registration: montverde. org Ages: 10 to 17 Contact: montverde. org

MONTVERDE ACADEMY SOFTBALL CAMP

17235 Seventh St., Montverde

Details: Only for girls. There will be two different levels for this camp (beginners/ advanced).

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon June 19-23 (beginner); 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 19-23 (advanced) Tuition: $135 (beginner) and $180 (advanced) Registration: montverde.org Ages: Grades K5 through 6 (beginner); grades 2 through 8 (advanced) Contact: montverde.org

MONTVERDE

ACADEMY SOCCER CAMP

17235 Seventh St., Montverde

Details: Boys and girls with at least one to two years of competitive experience will build on sportsmanship, technical and motor skills while they learn more about the sport. Lunch and T-shirt are included. Camp dates: June 12 to 16

Tuition: $345 Registration: montverde. org Ages: 5 to 11 Contact: montverde.org

MONTVERDE

ACADEMY SPORTS CAMP

17235 Seventh St., Montverde

Details: This camp for both boys and girls. Improve sports skills, agility and speed. Camp dates: 5-6 p.m. (middle school), and 6-7 p.m. (high school) June 13-30 (Session I) and July 11-28 (Session II)

Tuition: $190 Registration: montverde. org Ages: Grades 6 through 12 Contact: montverde.org

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PRO SOCCER KICKS INTERNATIONAL CAMP

17235 Seventh St., Montverde

Details: Young soccer players work on the technical, tactical and physical components of the game while focusing on individual skills, shooting, crossing, defending, shielding and more.

Camp dates: 8:30 a.m. to 2:30/3 p.m. July 17 to 21 Tuition: $275, lunch included

Registration: prosoccerkicks.com/ day-camps

Ages: Grades 1 through 8 Contact: (563) 343-0514 or robbiearistodemo@gmail.com

PRO SOCCER KICKS SUMMER CAMP

17235 Seventh St., Montverde

Details: Young soccer players work on the technical, tactical and physical components of the game while focusing on individual skills, shooting, crossing, defending, shielding and more.

Camp dates: June 5 -8, June 27-30 and Aug. 2-5. Half-day will be from 9 to 11:30 a.m., and full-day from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; options available Tuition: $250 full day, $150 half-day, $75 per drop-in day Registration: prosoccerkicks.com/day-camps

Ages: Grades 1 through 8 Contact: (563) 343-0514 or robbiearistodemo@gmail. com

KEVIN BOYLE BASKETBALL OVERNIGHT CAMP

17235 Seventh St., Montverde

Details: Eight-time National High School

Coach the Year Kevin Boyle offers a space to learn the fundamentals of the sport as well as hone in previous basketball skills.

Camp dates: July 16-21 and July 23-28.

Check-in from noon to 2 p.m. Sundays; check-out at noon Fridays Tuition: $1,475 one week; $3,150 two weeks

Registration: coachboylecamps.com/ page/show/4686230-florida-camps

Ages: Boys ages 10 to 19 Contact: (732) 713-1712 or KBBC2424@gmail.com

2023 KEVIN BOYLE BASKETBALL CAMP ELITE COMMUTER CAMP

17235 Seventh St., Montverde

Details: Eight-time National High School Coach the Year Kevin Boyle offers a space to learn the fundamentals of the sport as well as hone in previous basketball skills. Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; 9 a.m. to noon Fridays, July 17-21 and July 24-28 Tuition: $395 one week; $765 two weeks Registration: coachboylecamps.com/page/ show/4686230-florida-camps

Ages: Boys ages 10 to 19 Contact: (732) 713-1712 or KBBC2424@gmail.com

FLORIDA ELITE VOLLEYBALL PREP SUMMER CAMP

17235 Seventh St., Montverde

Details: Boys and girls volleyball players will learn the fundamentals and work on their skills for both, beach and indoor volleyball.

Camp dates: 9 to 11 a.m. July 12-15 (middle-school beach training); 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. July 12-15 (middle-school indoor training); 9 to 11 a.m. July 19-22 (upperschool beach training); 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. July 19-22 (upper-school indoor training)

Tuition: $350 Registration: mvaathletics. campbrainregistration.com

Ages: Varies Contact: (407) 469-2561

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MY CITY ALLSTARS HAMLIN SUMMER CAMP

16025 Silver Grove Blvd., Winter Garden

Details: This camp introduces children to a wide variety of sports, such as track and field, football, soccer, hip-hop dance, yoga, and more. The goal is to have coaches to help children develop in sports they may not be familiar with to get them active and moving all sumer long.

Camp dates: Weekly sessions from June 5 to July 28 Tuition: Varies Registration: mycityallstars.com/sports-camps Ages: 6 to 14 Contact: Preya Shivdat, (321) 209-1864 or preya@mycityallstars.com

OARS SUMMER LEARN TO ROW

2457 Maguire Road, Windermere

Details: Rowers will learn basic techniques both on land and on the water.

Camp dates: Weekly sessions 8 to 10:30 a.m. June 5 through Aug. 4 Tuition: $175

Registration: Ongoing at oarsrowing. com Ages: Middle- and high-school students Contact: Kirsten Anderson, coachkirsten@oarsrowing.com

ORLANDO MAGIC YOUTH BASKETBALL CAMPS

11184 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando

Details: Experience the fun and excitement of the NBA at our upcoming basketball camps powered by the National Basketball Academy. Learn new drills and techniques that will help you dominate on the court this upcoming season.

Camp dates: Five weeks; call for information

Tuition: $325 per week or $315 for JCC Members

Registration: camp. rosenjcc.org/campj-experiences/ basketball-camp

Ages: Entering first through eighth grades Contact: (407) 387-5330

ORLANDO TENNIS ACADEMY TENNIS & SWIM CAMP 2023

West Orange Country Club, 3300 W. Orange Country Club Drive, Winter Garden; Windermere Preparatory School, 6189 Winter GardenVineland Road, Windermere

Details: Expert coaches train children of all skill levels in tennis, golf and swimming. Small groups of just 10 kids per group. Eight weeks total.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon May 29 to Aug. 4

Tuition: $325 per wee; $195 for three days Registration: orlandotennis academy.com/wpsummer-camp-2023

Varies Contact: (407) 928-6666

RDV ATHLETIC CLUB’S MINI CAMP

8701 Maitland Summit Blvd.

Details: This is the perfect camp for your little ones. Mini campers participate in weekly themed activities, swim lessons, water play, exploratory movement and more. Campers must turn 3 and be toilet-trained by the first day of the camp session. Extended-care option available for an additional fee.

Camp dates: Weekly sessions from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 30 through Aug. 10

Tuition: $295 for non-members; $205 for members. Full-day option for $340 for non-members and $240 for members

Registration: mightycampsgenesis.com/ camps Ages: 3-6 Contact: (407) 9162526

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RDV ATHLETIC CLUB’S KIDS SPORTS CAMP

8701 Maitland Summit Blvd.

Details: Sports campers enjoy group games, tennis, Kid Fit & Fun, swimming, ice skating, skills and drills, and more. Campers must turn 6 by the first day of camp session. Extended care available for additional fee.

Camp dates: Weekly sessions from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 30 through Aug.

10 Tuition: $340 for non-members and $240 for members Registration: mightycampsgenesis.com/camps Ages: 6-11 Contact: (407) 916-2526

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NIKE TENNIS CAMP

Rollins College, 1000 Holt Ave., Winter Park

Details: The Nike Tennis Camp at Rollins College in Winter Park offers overnight and day camps for boys and girls.

Camp dates: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 11-15 (all skills); June 18-22 and June 25 to 29 (tournament training) Tuition: Varies

Registration: bit.ly/2FiT7Vk Ages: 9-18

Contact: 1-800-645-3226

ROLLINS COLLEGE SUMMER BASKETBALL CAMPS

Rollins College, 1000 Holt Ave., Winter Park

Details: The Rollins basketball program offers summer camps that are designed to improve a player’s basketball skills at any level of skill and experience.

Camp dates: June 25 to 28 Tuition: Varies

Registration: bit.ly/3bu2bI2 Ages: Varies

Contact: 1-800-645-3226

ROLLINS COLLEGE GIRLS VOLLEYBALL CAMP

Rollins College, 1000 Holt Ave., Winter Park

Details: Rollins College is offering three different camps for middle school to varsity volleyball players looking to work on their games. Space is limited.

Camp dates: July 10-13 (Individual Skills Day Camp — beginner, middle school and JV players); July 14-16 (Elite College Prep Camp — varsity); July 14-16 (Team Camp — varsity- and JV-level teams) Tuition: Varies Registration: bit.ly/3bwKg3r

Grades: Middle school to high school

Contact: 1-800-645-3226

ROSEN JCC SPORTS VARIETY CAMP

11184 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando

Details: Coaches provide instruction and challenge campers through drills and scrimmages in a variety of sports such as basketball, hockey, baseball, kickball, soccer, volleyball and more. Campers are grouped based on grade and skill level to ensure fair play and appropriate instruction.

Camp dates: Eight weeks beginning June 5 Tuition: Varies Registration: camp.rosenjcc.org/camp-j-experiences/ sports-camp Ages: Grades K through eight Contact: (407) 387-5330

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ROSEN JCC SWIM CAMP

Rosen Aquatic and Fitness Center, 8422 International Drive, Orlando

Details: Campers will receive individualized instruction in a group setting based on their swimming ability. Our swim instructors are trained to teach each group level. Each camper will receive a Certificate of Completion at the end of their camp session, and parents will receive a report card to keep them informed of the camper’s swimming ability.

Camp dates: Five weeks beginning June 19 Tuition: $325 Registration: camp. rosenjcc.org/camp-j-experiences/swimcamp Ages: Grades K through 6 Contact: (407) 387-5330

SOCCER INSTITUTE AT MONTVERDE ACADEMY

17235 Seventh St., Montverde

Details: The Soccer Institute at Montverde Academy offers its SIMA Summer Camp Experience during June and July 2023.

Directed by Mike Potempa, SIMA general manager and head coach, the SIMA Summer Camp Experience offers a variety of camp options on the MVA campus for children ages 3-19 who have a passion and love for soccer. As each camp participant works hard over the course of the week, they have the unique opportunity to be selected as the Most Valuable Player in

each residential camp and win an allexpenses-paid trip to Spain to train in a professional environment and feel what it’s like to play in Europe.

Camp dates: SIMA Day Camp: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 6-10 for boys and girls, ages 3-12; SIMA Senior Elite College ID: June 15-19 for boys-only residential, ages 9-19; SIMA PRO Experience July 19-24 for boysonly residential, ages 9-19 Tuition: Varies

Registration: soccersima.com/camps

Ages: 3-19 Contact: Call (847) 309-6671 or info@soccersima.com

SOUTHWEST AQUATICS

205 Windermere Road, Winter Garden

Details: SouthWest Aquatics offers aquatic survival skills, as well as private and group swimming lessons.

Camp dates: Varies Tuition: Varies

Registration: Ongoing Ages: 6 months to adults Contact: (407) 905-0999

VICTORY MARTIAL ARTS SUMMER CAMP

2526 Maguire Road, Ocoee

Details: Have a good time learning martial arts at these various Ocoee-based camps.

Camp dates: Call for information Tuition: Call Registration: Ongoing Ages: Call Contact: Call (407) 877-6800 or email at ocoee@victoryma.com

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WEST ORANGE COUNTRY CLUB SUMMER CAMP

West Orange Country Club, 3300 West Orange Country Club Drive, Winter Garden

Details: This summer camp includes one hour of group instruction in each sport of golf, tennis and swimming. There will be three small groups of 12 children per group that will rotate between the three sports each day. Each group will consist of children within the same age group. Family or friends may be grouped together, if requested.

Camp dates: Ongoing Tuition: Call for information Registration: Ongoing at fs30.formsite.com/WGRegistration/ Camp/index.html Ages: 5-13 Contact: (321) 236-0240, Ext. 5

WINTER GARDEN FENCING ACADEMY

44 S. Main St., Winter Garden

Details: Now is your chance to experience the thrill of sport combat in a safe environment. Before- and after-camp care

both weeks. Early drop-off 8 a.m., late pick-up 8 p.m.

Camp dates: Call for information Tuition: Call for information Registration: Ongoing Ages: Middle/high school (Session I); K5 through 5 (Session II) Contact: Jennifer, (407) 461-7107

WINTER GARDEN

KARATE SUMMER CAMP

1165 E. Plant St., Suite 5, Winter Garden

Details: No previous training is required for this camp. Kids will learn basic karate skills while participating in activities such as obstacle courses, karate games, arts and crafts, and more.

Camp dates: Ten weeks beginning May 29. Weekly sessions from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuition: Four weeks or more is $159 per week, field trips included; $179 for individual weeks Registration: $90, includes uniform and T-shirt; visit wintergardenkarate.com/summer-camp

Ages: 4-13 Contact: (407) 877-9951 or wintergardenkarate@gmail.com

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This summer, the YMCA of Central Florida is ready to serve you with a full lineup of fun and safe activities for your entire family so you can grow stronger and healthier together! From Day Camps, Aquatics, and Youth Sports programs for the kids to a variety of in-person and virtual wellness class o erings for adults, the Y has all the ways for your family to stay active and learning, all in one place.

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