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2022 Summer Camps
949 VOLLEYBALL CLUB
949 Volleyball Club, celebrating 13 years in San Juan Capistrano, provides summer camps for both boys and girls, ages 9 to 18, at any ability level. The club has won 12 Junior Olympic medals, as well as 6 National Championships at the 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018 Junior National Championships. The summer camp’s goal is to teach beginners the fundamentals of the game and to prepare juniors and seniors looking to compete in the NCAA. 949 Volleyball Club promotes sportsmanlike behavior inside and outside of the gym, instills the values of integrity, dedication and hard work, and focuses on having fun! Space is limited; please register early. For more information, contact Justin directly at 949.374.2890 or visit 949vb.com.
ACTING ACADEMY FOR KIDS
Acting Academy for Kids’ Performing Arts Camp offers two family-friendly South OC locations this year — Z Playhouse in Mission Viejo and Lyceum Village in Irvine. Daily classes in music, acting, and dance immerse kids, ages 5 to 14, in an authentic performing arts experience. The weeklong camps are each guided by professional educators and culminate in a student-centered production with sets, costumes, and lights. Ten distinct week-long programs run from June 6 to August 12. The “core camp” rate is $299 per week with early bird and after-camp enrichment options as well. Go to ActingAcademyforKids.com for details and production schedules.
AMERICAN BEACH VOLLEYBALL CLUB
We provide fun, encouraging, high-level training ALL YEAR LONG. Ages 14-24 & 12-15. We have an 8-12 year old group in summer only. Encouraging coaches teach hitting, passing, setting, defense, blocking and serving. We play at Doheny State Beach in Dana Point. More info: AmericanVollyballClub.com
BRAIN BUILDERS
Brain Builders puts the “STEAM” in education — science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. Weekly summer camps start in June and children, ages 5 to 14, will learn concepts such as energy, thermodynamics, gravity, coding and more in camps such as Engineering with LEGO, Robotics, Video Game Design and 3d Printing! Themed camps are structured, goal-oriented and are either a half or a full-day. Sign up for an in-person camp at the Laguna Niguel or Tustin location. Get fee info and registration details at BrainBuildersEd.org and put on your thinking cap. Use promo code “DISH22” to receive 10% off any camp.
COMPREHENSIVE COLLEGE PREP
CCPrep has been THE local “go-to location” for SAT/ACT/AP Exam prep for over a decade. With its fun and friendly atmosphere, CCPrep has helped thousands of high school students prepare for their exams without the stress and pain most students associate with the process. CCPrep’s in-person SAT and ACT courses have options during both the school year and the summer, and provide an efficient, effective, and economical approach to test prep. Don’t forget about their successful AP Exam Reviews that boast an over 94% pass rate (compared to the national average of 59%). Course schedules can be found at ccprep.org or you can call their office at 949.305.6655 to learn more about schedules and offerings.
DANMAN’S DANA POINT MUSIC
Celebrating 23 years! Danman’s Dana Point Music offers 3 weeks of kid’s summer music camps starting June 20, including two weeks of Rock Camp and one week of Vocal Camp. Campers learn the process of creating a band, preparing a setlist, and delivering a live show, all within a Monday through Friday camp. In addition to making new friends, campers create a band poster, complete a band photoshoot, and rehearse for the live performance. Participants perform a live set on stage for family and friends at StillWater, at the end of camp on Friday. Instruction on guitar, piano, drums, bass, and vocals is provided by talented and inspiring professional music teachers. Bring in this ad or register before May 15 to receive $25 off. Camps are $299 per week and include snacks and drinks. Check out Danmans.com or call 949.496.6556 for more information.
FAIRMONT SCHOOLS
Keep your kids curious, challenged, and connected this summer. Fairmont’s award-winning summer programs offer a full line-up of educational programming — all within a safe environment which follows COVID protocols. CAMP (Preschool-8th Grade): High energy ACA accredited camp experience combining education, recreation, and field trips keeps kids engaged all summer long. SUMMER SCHOOL (Kindergarten-8th Grade): Reading, writing, and math taught by Fairmont teachers and individualized to meet students where they are so they can get ahead or stay ahead when school starts this fall. HIGH SCHOOL: Dozens of for-credit UC-approved courses for high school students. Enroll by April 15 for 10% off!
The Johnson Academy
Did you know that one out of every five children struggle in reading? Children who receive intervention before 3rd grade have a 90% chance of increasing their reading skills to meet their intellectual abilities. Due to the high demands of literacy, reading is more important than ever. In fact, reading proficiency is the biggest predictor not only of academic, but life success. The Johnson Academy, located in San Juan Capistrano, offers evidence-based reading and math interventions to improve reading, decoding, spelling, phonemic awareness, comprehension and vocabulary. If your child struggles with keeping up in school, please contact the academy to receive more information. Call 949.487.5251 or visit scheduling@ocsllcinc.com.
KG BEACH CAMPS
KG Beach Camps has been a part of the Dana Point Harbor since 1987. Children, ages 4 to 13, enjoy a variety of activities offered from three different camps based out of Baby Beach, near the Ocean Institute. Age-appropriate camps range from the Mini Minnows (ages 4 to 6) to Beach Safari (ages 6 to 9), and H20 Adventures (ages 9 to 13). Campers participate in activities such as trips to the local tide pools, bean bag toss, crab hunting, stand-up paddle boarding, sailing, kayaking, rowing, whale watching on Dolphin Dave’s Catamaran Safari, beach games, crafts and so much more. Camps fill up fast, so book early. Camps run from June 20 through August 12. Call 949.842.5211 or email SummerBeachCamps@gmail.com for more information.
JSERRA’S LION ENGAGE
Designed for students entering grades 7th and 8th, Lion Engage offers prospective students the opportunity to explore their passions and prepare for high school life at JSerra through hands-on courses and engaging activities. Students learn from passionate instructors, build relationships with high school student mentors, and develop their academic interests! Lion Engage is a week-long, full-day (8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.) program intended to expose students to diverse facets of high school life. For more information, visit jserra.org/lionengage or call Bret Dahlson at 949.493.9307 x1152.
LOS RIOS ROCK SCHOOL
Beginner/Intermediate and Advanced Rock Camps are available at Los Rios Rock School in San Juan Capistrano! Pick from 6 fun, full-week camps for ages 6 to 17, offering hands-on, live music training and playing with the best instructors and facility in Orange County. Parents, friends and family are invited to see campers live in concert on a professional stage on the last day of camp. Camp tuition is $399 for new students. When enrolling, be sure to ask about the “multiple camper” discount! Camps run Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. To enroll, please visit LosRiosRockSchool.com/SummerCamps. For details, call 949.456.1081.
MATHNASIUM
Mathnasium provides students with a customized learning plan and the personalized instruction they need to build their confidence and transform their math skills. Our expert instructors don’t just teach students to memorize or calculate, but to truly understand the way math works. This is why Mathnasium students make huge strides in the classroom and become more motivated and self-assured overall. Mathnasium is North America’s leading math-only supplemental education franchise. Since 2002 the Mathnasium Method™ — the result of decades of hands-on instruction and development — has been transforming the lives of children in grades K-12, helping them understand, master and love math. For more information, visit Mathnasium.com.
SAN CLEMENTE JUNIOR LIFEGUARDS
The San Clemente Junior Lifeguard Program is an ocean and beach safety program for young people ages 9 to 17. Participants receive education and experience in ocean safety, first aid, rescue techniques, body surfing, board surfing, physical fitness, and Marine Safety operations. This fun-filled, three-week program meets just north of the San Clemente Pier. Parents can choose from one of six sessions beginning in June and ending in August. New participants must first pass a mandatory swim test to be eligible to register for the Junior Lifeguard Program. Visit the JG website at San-Clemente.org/jg or call 949.361.8261 to learn more.
SOUTH COAST CONSERVATORY
Join South Coast Conservatory for an awesome 30th Anniversary Summer! Five-day camps for ages 4 to 10 includes Ballet, Hip-Hop, Cheer, Acting & Singing, and Circus Tricks! Choose from two-week, one-week and two-day intensives for intermediate and advanced levels (ages 7 to 17). All camps end with a show on the final day and extended camp options are available! All classes are taught by certified instructors who are focused on your child’s safety and happiness. Visit SCConservatory.com/summer for more info or call 949.367.0099.
ST. ANNE SUMMER KNIGHTS DAY CAMP
Summer is just around the corner, and St. Anne School in Laguna Niguel is excited to welcome back campers from preschool through middle school to the Summer Knights Day Camp! This fun-filled camp runs for seven weeks, from June 13 to July 29, 2022, 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Campers of all ages enjoy reconnecting with friends and making new ones. Adventure awaits as each week is filled with exciting activities such as field trips, gardening, beach days, water play, arts and crafts, and much more. New this year, St. Anne School is also offering Summer Enrichment classes for rising 5th through 8th-grade students. This program offers a variety of engaging and inspiring courses designed to expand students’ experiences and enrich their summer learning. Registration is now open. Visit St-Anne.org/summercamp for more details and to sign up.
WESTWIND SAILING
Welcome aboard! Westwind has been providing educational boating programs for the community since 1987. Programs include sailing camps, SUP camps, Adaptive sailing, after-school programs and boating classes for all ages and skill levels. Youth day camps are offered during Spring Break and all summer. Westwind is the 2021 Dana Point People’s Choice for “Best Camp for Kids” and “Best Harbor Recreation” and is a sanctioned U.S. Sailing, Community Sailing Center and STEM Hub. Camp scholarships are available from Cal Boating and the Dana Point Aquatic Foundation (contact Westwind Sailing directly for details). Find Westwind at the OC Sailing & Events Center in Dana Point Harbor. Call 949.492.3035 for more information.
YMCA OF ORANGE COUNTY SUMMER CAMPS
Adventure Awaits! This summer the YMCA is offering a large variety of camps and activities for children ages 4 to 14 across Orange County. Camps include; summer day camp (on school campuses), sports camps, esports camps, overnight “sleepaway” camps, arts & crafts and more! Find your child’s best summer adventure at the Y! Visit ymcaoc.org/summer to learn more.