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2016 Summer Camp Guide

Fun, summer activities for your kids!

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949 volleyball club

949 Volleyball Club, celebrating 7 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 9 Junior Olympic medals, as well as 3 National Championships at the 2013, 2014 and 2015 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.

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Acting Academy for Kids

Acting Academy for Kids’s Performing Arts Camp is offered in two South OC locations this year—Camino Real Playhouse in San Juan Capistrano and Cabrillo Playhouse in San Clemente. Daily classes in music, art, acting, and dance immerse kids aged 4 to 13 in an authentic performing experience. The week-long 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 13th to August 22nd. The “core camp” rate is $285 per week with early-bird and after-camp enrichment options as well. Go to ActingAcademyforKids.com for details and production schedules.

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the artS project of OC

The Arts Project OC (TAPOC) is your one-stop shop for all things arts education and training! Whether your child is a serious artist-performer or is interested in trying something new this summer, TAPOC presents inspiring and fresh performing and visual arts summer camps taught by talented instructors. Summer session or week-long arts camps are available for ages 3 and up in San Clemente’s Talega Business Park. The Sound Studio offers music lessons in guitar, piano and voice for aspiring musicians and singers. The Art Studio explores mediums such as painting, drawing, mixed media and sewing. The Acting Studio will make you a triple threat in singing, acting, and dancing! The Dance Studio offers Tap, Ballet, Jazz and Hip Hop. Visit TheArtsProjectOC.com to learn more.

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baseball republic

Baseball Republic (formerly BPA) is Southern California’s premier baseball training destination. Centrally located in San Juan Capistrano (near Pacific Sales), Baseball Republic’s instructors combine their 50+ years of playing and coaching experience to develop the skills necessary to compete at the highest level of amateur baseball. Baseball Republic offers a multitude of camps, clinics and programs over the course of the summer months for all ages and playing levels. If your student athlete is looking to get ready for next season, call 949.276.8011 or visit BaseballRepublic.org for dates, times and locations of baseball summer camps and activities.

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kidfit by BeachFit CrossFit

KidFit is smart fitness for kids ages 8 to 13. Kids learn skills that instill proper functional movement patterns applicable to any sport or activity. It teaches kids how to maintain proper body balance, strength, and mobility, all in a fun environment. Each day includes skill practice, team building exercises, body rolling, experiential anatomy, and injury prevention techniques. KidFit also instructs kids on how to fuel their bodies for optimal health and fitness. This program is developed by instructors and coaches who are also parents… they care about your kid’s health and fitness! There are three, two-week sessions available: June 13-June 24, July 5-July 18, July 25 – August 5. Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. is $170 and Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. is $120. Go to BeachFitSC.com or call Kim at 949.939.3130 for more information.

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brain builders

Brain Builders puts the “STEAM” in education — science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. Weekly Engineering with LEGO® camps start in June and children, ages 5 to 14, will learn concepts such as energy, thermodynamics, gravity, robotics, animation, and more! Young builders test their skills and projects against equipment like the Bridge Crusher, Earthquake Simulator, and the 20’ Gravity Race Track. Themed camps are structured and goal-oriented and are either a half or a full-day. Get fee info and registration details at BrainBuildersEd.org and put on your thinking cap. Use promo code “thelocaldish” to receive 10% off any camp. Be sure to also check out Brain Builders for LEGO® themed birthday parties.

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CALIFORNIA JUNIOR LIFEGUARD

The California Junior Lifeguard Programs, founded in 1991, proudly returns to beautiful Salt Creek Beach in Dana Point this summer. The program is dedicated to providing an enjoyable and safe experience in each of its 3, three-week Junior Lifeguard sessions starting on June 13. For those students unable to attend a full three-week Junior Lifeguard Program, a one-week Essential Junior Guard Program is available. The Essential Junior Guard experience exposes participants to Junior Guards in a less demanding format, allowing for more fun time. The California Junior Lifeguard Program runs Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., from June 13 through August 19. Visit JrLifeguards.com to register online today or email info@JrLifeguards.com for more information.

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camp james

Located near the scenic Back Bay at Newport Dunes in Newport Beach, Camp James has been an Orange County Tradition for 27 years and was awarded “Best Day Camp” for 2013 by Parenting OC Magazine. Ages 4 to 17 will enjoy adventures and make happy memories through a variety of activities: archery, Stand-up-paddleboards, STEM, watersports, zip line, drama, a climbing wall, an inflatable water park, mini-golf, laser-tag, dance, karate, fishing, crafts and more. Children love Camp James’ caring, award-winning staff, theme weeks, and crazy special events. Parents love the flexible scheduling, outstanding reputation, extended hours, and the ACA Accreditation. Camp starts June 23rd and ends August 29th. A Summer Camp Open House will be held Thursday, April 14th from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Go to CampJames.com or call 949.729.1098 for more info.

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The center stage studio

Recently voted the #1 Performing Arts Theater on the OC Hotlist, The Center Stage Studio (CSS) is a triple threat studio. CSS provides instruction in musical theater productions, dance, acting and voice. CSS’s nationally ranked musical theater and dance teams tour the country performing at philanthropic events, festivals and national competitions. Team auditions take place every June and July. Several of their students have gone on to Broadway (Amaya Braganza in The King and I) and have been featured on American Idol and in film and television. CSS offers weekly musical theater summer camps, dance intensives and triple threat opportunities. Join the fun at Center Stage Studio. To register for upcoming camps and classes, visit
TheCenterStageStudio.com or call 949.305.9758.

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Coast spirit Athletics

Come be a part of the summer camps at CSA Cheer & Tumbling in San Juan Capistrano! Girls and boys, ages 4 to 14, will learn how to tumble, cheer and dance at Coast Spirit Athletics’ new facility with competition-sized spring floors, a tumble track, and tumbling equipment. Have fun learning a routine to show your parents while making new friends and memories! Camps include lunch, snacks, a t-shirt and a Thursday performance for parents and friends. Sessions are offered Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., during the weeks of June 27th – 30th, July 18th – 21st and August 1st – 4th. For registration and additional information regarding camps, teams and classes, please call 949.248.7873 or visit CoastSpirit.com.

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TEEN/Kid ENTREPRENEUR ACADEMY Concordia University

“It’s never too early to teach kids and teens business,” explains Stephen Christensen, dean of Concordia’s business school and founder of the Teen Entrepreneur Academy (TEA) for high school students & Kid Entrepreneur Academy (KEA) for grades 5, 6, 7 and 8. Today’s global economy has created a new standard of employment, making entrepreneurship popular with children and young adults preparing for their future careers. TEA provides a one-week residential summer academy open to teenagers interested in learning real-world business principles from successful entrepreneurs. This fun, activity-packed experience allows participants to work in small groups and write actual business plans — with the best plan winning $1,000! KEA is a day-camp open to 5th through 8th graders and offers hands-on instruction in business principles and entrepreneurship. TEA runs July 24th to 30th and KEA runs July 25th to 29th at Concordia University’s Irvine campus. Contact Stephen.Christensen@cui.edu or visit cui.edu/tea or cui.edu/kea for more information.

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endless summer

Celebrating its 24th anniversary, Endless Summer is the longest running surf camp in south OC and caters to first timers wanting to learn the basics of surfing and ocean safety, as well as experienced surfers looking to improve their skills. Offering a new camp every Monday from June through September, the fun in the sun continues for 15 weeks at San Onofre State Beach. Day camps (10 & older) run Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and include equipment, lessons, lunch, snacks, drinks, and a t-shirt for $495. Week-long overnight camps are $895 and include accommodations, surf equipment, surf lessons, all meals, snacks, drinks, and a camp t-shirt. Surf & Turf (surfing & golf) camps, private lessons, group lessons and adult camps are also available. Visit EndlessSummerSurfCamp.com or call 949.498.7862 to register early; all camps sell out every summer!

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LION ENGAGE

JSerra Catholic High School is hosting its 2nd annual summer program for middle school students – Lion Engage! Designed for students entering grades 6 to 8, Lion Engage is a great opportunity to dive into experiential learning. You will learn hands-on from passionate and engaging instructors, interact with high school student mentors, and have fun while doing it! You may choose between morning and afternoon sessions, and each session will be one week long. For more information, visit JSerra.org/lionengage or call Brock Perkes at 949.493.9307 x1011.

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JSerra Athletics

JSerra Catholic High School is offering youth camps for most of its 22 sports programs this summer. Camps begin the week of June 20th and go through August 5th. JSerra Athletics camps, run by JSerra Head Coaches and members of the staff, are a valuable opportunity for kids to be introduced to and improve the necessary skills for the various sports offered at JSerra High School. Aside from golf, all camps take place on the school’s campus, which offers some of the finest facilities in the county. To register for a camp or for more details, please go to JSerra.org and visit the team page for the camp you are interested in attending.

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kindercare

In search of a fun and educational environment for the kids this summer? KinderCare Learning Centers offers six, two-week units for children in preschool, pre-kindergarten and elementary school (3 to 12-year-olds). Summer programs include circus science, insects & arachnids, junior inventors, oceanography, spy school and trees & birds. You can sign your child up for one program or all six! KinderCare’s curriculum is rich in educational value with a focus on fun. School-age children will also have the opportunity to participate in off-site field trips. All field trips have a low teacher to child ratio. Please visit KinderCare.com to learn more about the 18 centers in Orange County. Mention The Local Dish Magazine to receive a free day of learning and free registration for summer!

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City of Laguna Niguel

Disconnect from technology and get outdoors at the City of Laguna Niguel’s Summer Day Camps! Campers are invited to run like a coyote or play like a squirrel at Crown Valley Park! Camp activities are designed for emotional enrichment and development of social skills. Squirrels embark on nature hikes, compete in soccer games, and build friendships stronger than their friendship bracelets. Campers will enjoy weekly visitors from magicians and scientists to comedians and police officers. Coyotes will sing their hearts out at karaoke, battle their campmates in capture the flag, and relax for a daily dip in the pool. Campers take weekly excursions to Main Beach in downtown Laguna as well as an amusement park. Visit CityofLagunaNiguel.org/recreation or call 949.425.5100 for more details. 

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LAGUNA NIGUEL SKATEPARK

Sign up now for summer skate camp at Laguna Niguel Skatepark! Grouped by skill level, skaters will learn proper technique, skill improvement, and skating etiquette while having tons of fun experiencing the challenges of Laguna Niguel Skatepark. Skate camp is also a great place to grow as a person by developing various life skills such as goal setting, teamwork, perseverance, communication and more. Camp provides a place for kids to make new friends, improve their skating abilities, and build character to become well-rounded individuals. Summer skate camp runs Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to noon. There are 4 weeks of camp for you to take advantage of starting June 20th. For more information, call the skate park at 949.916.7755 or visit CityofLagunaNiguel.org.

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Los Rios Rock School

Beginner and Advanced Rock Camps are available at Los Rios Rock School in San Juan Capistrano! Pick from 5 full fun weeks of 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 its professional stage on the last day of camp. Camps are $399 and run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Camp tuitions are due one week prior to camp. Scheduled camp dates are: Advanced  June 27th – July 1st, Beginner July 5th – July 9th, Beginner  July 11th – 15th, Beginner  July 18th – 22nd and Advanced July 25th – 29th. For more information, call 949.456.1081, visit LosRiosRockSchoo.com or email Schedule@LosRiosRockSchool.com.

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MARINA VIEW PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN

Summer camp at Marina View Preschool and Kindergarten is all about learning and fun! Full and half-day camps run weekdays, June 29th through August 31st. Students are welcome to join for one week or all nine weeks. Children, ages 2 to 6, are invited to participate in weekly adventure-based camps such as Mad Science, Arts & Crafts, The Great Outdoors, Little Chefs, Music, and Woodworking. Let curious minds explore topics in-depth through reading and art projects. Call 949.249.8687 or visit MarinaViewPreschool.com for enrollment and tuition information. Let the fun begin!

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Nellie Gail Ranch Tennis and Swim Camp

For the past 22 years, the Nellie Gail Ranch Summer Tennis and Swim Camp has introduced the great game of tennis to over 11,000 of South County’s youth. Its priorities are to provide a safe and secure environment where your kids will have a great time. The camp staff is dedicated to giving your children the best experience possible while they learn the great game of tennis. Testimonials from parents tell the story: Tamar Hauptman shared, “All four of our kids have been attending Nellie Gail’s camp over the past 10 years and absolutely love it!” Kim Villanueva adds, “When I picked up my daughter on the first day she pulled me aside and said, ‘Mom this was the best camp I have ever been too.’”

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San Clemente Christian School

Summer Quest is San Clemente Christian School’s answer to the dreaded cry, “I’m bored.” This faith-based camp, staffed by the school’s faculty, offers a safe and loving environment. With a low child to teacher ratio you can rest assured that your child will receive individualized attention. Outdoor fun jaunts to the beach, parks, or pool and field trips to Legoland, Knotts Berry Farm, water parks, and the county fair keep youngsters busy all summer long. Character building, new friendships, creative play, and academic enrichment in math and reading are emphasized. Summer Quest offers weekly camp from June 27 to August 19 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. At only $195 per week, this is one of OC’s most affordable camps. Extended care to 6 p.m. is available for an additional daily rate. The camp also offers daily and partial week rates. For information and registration, visit SanClementeChristianSchool.com or call 949.496.3513.

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city of san clemente

Incredible adventures are now open with sizzling early bird savings lasting until April 30th! The City of San Clemente is offering over 300 courses and camps this summer. Explore sports, surfing, science, performing arts, live action film, preschool exploration camps, dance & cheer, cooking, day camps with field trips, and more to guarantee your best summer ever! Not sure what camp to sign up for? Come to CAMP PALOOZA at the San Clemente Aquatics Center on Saturday, April 30th, to meet instructors, earn free giveaways, discover camp discounts, and enjoy recreational swimming. For information and registration visit San-Clemente.org/recreation or call 949.429.8797.

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san clemente dance

San Clemente Dance & Performing Arts Center (SCDPAC) is celebrating its 21st anniversary with fun and exciting summer camps and workshops!  Beginning to advanced participants, from ages 3 to adults, can choose from a wide range of options. A 9-week summer session with once-a-week classes and week-long dance camps are available. Young dancers, ages 4 to 7, can join in week-long camps filled with arts & crafts, story time, snacks, fun and games. Intensive workshops for beginning, intermediate, and advanced dancers featuring hip hop, jazz, ballet, tap, musical theater and tumbling, are also offered at SCDPAC and taught by some of California’s top instructors. For information on week-long Hip Hop and Ballet Intensives, and additional camp and class registrations, please go to SanClementeDance.com or call 949.498.7571.

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SOUTH COAST CONSERVATORY

South Coast Conservatory in San Clemente and Laguna Niguel offers a wide range of Camps and Dance Intensives for children and teens. The littlest dancers (4-7) can enjoy Ballet Princess Camp, Mini Hip Hop or “Cheernastics” camps. Older kids (8-11) will have a blast learning Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary, Ballet, Hip Hop, Tumbling and Musical Theatre. Dance Intensives are available for intermediate and advanced students. Audition for South Coast’s nationally ranked dance teams or join the internationally acclaimed Ballet Conservatory Intensive, a two-week training program with international master instructors. For registration and rates, drop by one of the two studios or visit SCConservatory.com. Mention the ad in The Local Dish Magazine to receive a 10% discount.

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ST. ANNE summer knights day camp

The Summer Knights Day Camp in Laguna Niguel is the ideal combination of fun and education for kids, with convenience and flexibility for parents. Camp days will be filled with a balance of light academics, arts and crafts, water play, weekly themes, special guests, cooking, and field trips with a flexible schedule for working parents, or for kids who are just looking for some fun this summer. The eight week-long camps begin June 20th with full-day, half-day, and extended hour options. Students from preschool through middle school are welcome to join for one week or all eight. Older kids will love the new middle school “Club.” Visit St-Anne.org for pricing and more detailed information or, contact Ingrid Trenton at itrenton@St-Anne.org.

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Summer Soul Surf Camp

Summer Soul Surf Camp has been providing a summer experience unlike any other for over 10 years. The only Volcom sponsored surf camp, it offers well-rounded programs designed for boys and girls ages 9 to 16. Summer Soul Surf Camp is the only camp located at the legendary San Onofre Surf Beach, Southern California’s equivalent to the famous Waikiki Beach. With the gentle waves at Sano, Summer Soul Surf Camp promises that anyone can learn to surf. Week-long overnight and day camp programs are available June through August 2015. Campers surf, eat and play together — creating memories and friendships that last a lifetime. Visit SummerSoulSurfCamp.com, email info@SummerSoulSurfCamp.com or call 800.522.1352 to learn more.

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Tstreet Volleyball Club

Tstreet is the #1 ranked volleyball club in California (ClubRankings.com). Named after an iconic, family beach in San Clemente, Tstreet offers a full range of position specific, age specific, general skills, sand-camps, clinics, and more throughout the summer. Training is open to boys and girls from ages 8 to 18, and programs cater to advanced as well as introductory level athletes. Last summer, the improvement of inexperienced day campers was phenomenal, leading to roster positions on school and club teams. Tstreet is owned and managed by two-time Olympic Gold Medalist (coach and player) Troy Tanner. Troy brings his philosophy of “achieving one’s highest potential” to the club. Proven mechanics, repetitions, feedback and fun are emphasized in Tstreet’s state-of-the-art gymnasium. Sign up online at TstreetVolleyball.com. 

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TEMPLE BETH EL

Gordon & Sklar Early Childhood Center

The Early Childhood Center (ECC) will host seven, one-week, fun-themed programs from June 27th to August 12th. The ECC will offer a one morning per week Parent/Toddler class for infants and toddlers from 7 months to 2-years. Children ages 2 to 4 can attend a two, three, or five day a week preschool program. The Camp Simcha full-day option is open to children entering Kindergarten and runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., either 3 or 5 days a week. Afternoon enrichment programs include “Down on the Farm,” “Music on the Go,”  “Amazing Athletes,” “Super Science,” and more. Registration is $50 per student. Contact the ECC at 949.362.3999 x316 or visit TBESOC.org for additional information.

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Chronic Tacos

Mexican Grill

by Claire Cote

I’m always on the prowl for the perfect taco. Meat or fish marinated to tender perfection, melty cheese, crisp lettuce, fresh avocado, all wrapped inside a fragile tortilla. It’s somehow the perfect food. It’s quick and simple and always a good idea. Lucky for me, Chronic Tacos serves up a mean version. And the best part is… it’s DIY. Another best part? They don’t just have tacos.

A stone’s throw from Doheny State Beach and minutes from the Dana Point Harbor, this taco shop offers authentic-style Mexican food presented as a skeleton menu of tacos, burritos, salads and bowls. It’s the choose-your-own-adventure of food. Want a salad topped with grilled chicken, fresh lettuce and tomato? Go for it. Have a hankering for a burrito bursting with beans, rice and cheese? You got it.

On a recent visit I sampled Chronic Taco’s new meatless option, Carne Vegano, which is completely natural plant proteins seasoned and sautéed. Versatile enough to fill a burrito or top a salad, it’s light and tasty — the perfect option for a meatless diner and delicious enough for even meat-lovers. I also enjoyed the mahi-mahi taco, prepared with creamy Baja sauce, spicy pico de gallo and fresh cabbage. It’s a marvelous mouthful.

One of 25 locations in Southern California, the Dana Point joint also boasts a large patio (pet-friendly!) over-looking PCH, as well as a selection of beer on tap, from Lagunitas IPA to Bud Light. The restaurant’s produce is prepared fresh daily and the mahi-mahi is beer-battered or sautéed to order. With breakfast and lunch served all day, it’s an ideal stop before heading down for a day on the water.

Chronic Tacos dishes out weekday specials that are hard to beat. Monday Madness features a burrito, chips and a drink for a mere $7.99. Taco Tuesday delivers $1.99 tacos and Wednesday Unwrapped offers customers a choice of salad or tostada bowl and a drink for $7.99. They also serve hand-burritos, for smaller appetites, nacho french fries (exactly what it sounds like!) and flaky churro bites for dessert. Chronic Tacos is quick, delicious, and easy on the wallet. Fellow taco hunters, look no further.

Light Up the Lantern District Parade of Lights

NEW! Light-Up the Lantern District Bicycle Parade of Lights: 

An exciting & fun celebration of lights on bikes promoting, safety, fun & family on the race course beginning at 8pm on Saturday night, April 30th. This is an exciting and fun event that hopes to become a Lantern District tradition every year at the Dana Point Grand Prix Sport & Family Festival. Sign-Ups will be located at Dana Point Hardware on Del Prado Ave between Ruby & Amber Lantern Streets, 24422 Del Prado Ave #5 beginning at 5pm on Sat 4/30.

First 500 registered riders will receive a FREE light kit to apply on their bicycle courtesy of Cycleogical Bike Shop in Dana Point, 34102 La Plaza, Dana Point, CA 92629. Phone (949) 542-4777.

BE SEEN!

Promote yourself as a responsible cyclist that wants to be recognized as an individual with style, and…VIBE!

Come ride your bikes up and down closed-off Del Prado Ave FREE with friends and family. Along with getting free safety lights from the DPCCF and Cycleogical, decorate your bike with lights from Dana Point Hardware! Come early and watch Professional Cycling Criterium races, think NASCAR on bikes, or catch the FREE concert with food and beverages. Come to your favorite Lantern District restaurant or catch the latest gear at Killer Dana Surf Shop ahead of your ride. Something for the entire Family, make a night of it…EXPERIENCE the Experience!

Acting Academy for Kids

It’s time to watch your star shine!

When Stephen and Maggie Zygo opened Acting Academy for Kids in 2008 at the Camino Real Playhouse in San Juan Capistrano, they wanted to create a fun, positive environment for kids where they felt like part of a family. For Stephen, acting has always been a family business. He performed in his first musical, Peter Pan, with his brother, J. Michael Zygo, in elementary school. As the Zygo family grows, with the birth of their 2nd child, Jesse, on March 19th, so has the success and expanded offerings at the Academy.

The Zygos both have Masters Degrees in education and use their substantial experience as educators to inform their teaching philosophy. Acting Academy for Kids (AA4K) only employs teachers who have spent significant time in a classroom setting, with professional credentials in the industry. According to Stephen, “Other schools will bring in high-profile performers from Broadway or West End musical theater gurus, but that does not necessarily translate into competency in the classroom.”

Acting Academy for Kids is a full-service, performing arts academy for kids ages 4 to 17, with classes in acting, voice, musical theater, and its newest addition, film. This year’s Spring Film Project, the restaurant-themed Family Style Dinner, introduces students to “the vernacular of being on set,” complete with auditions, callbacks, and time on camera. Young actors are supported by a Hollywood crew led by
writer/director Brian Stevens, and receive professional Internet Movie Database (IMDB) credits, along with their own acting reel. The movie premieres at a red-carpet extravaganza at San Juan Capistrano’s Regency Theater on the silver screen.

The film program extends into the summer with the launch of AA4K’s four-week Film Academy. Kids in each week-long camp will have a blast producing their own short film that will be showcased at a gala screening at the Regency Theater in front of family, friends and the SJC film community.

In addition to the new film camp, every summer the Academy hosts its popular ten-week Musical Theater Camp, featuring weekly themes such as Be a Star War, Jungle Book Adventure and Minions. Students ages 4 to 13 take multiple classes in music, acting, and dance, culminating in a Friday afternoon performance on the Playhouse mainstage.

The musical theater program continues throughout the school year and is currently  taking registrations for a family-friendly version of Alice in Wonderland. AA4K presents four Broadway musicals a year, allowing students to perform in an authentic playhouse equipped with professional sets, lighting, and sound.

Acting Academy for Kids is fast becoming a hub for the arts in South Orange County, while still remaining an integral part of the local scene. The Academy has even added a professional recording department, Academy Voice, where sound engineer Kevin Spiro assists students in creating professionally produced music.

As AA4K is in the midst of exciting new developments and opportunities, Stephen reiterates that his focus will always be on the kids. “Most of the fourth graders who started with me back in 2008 are now graduating from high school,” says Stephen. “It’s so awesome to watch alumni graduate and come back to the Academy either as employees or volunteers. That’s incredibly fulfilling. This Academy is about the joy we bring into their lives. At the end of the day, it really needs to be fun.”

Whether kids have a passion for acting or are just testing the waters, Acting Academy for Kids creates a supportive, fun environment where students of all ages can gain confidence, build teamwork skills, and discover the joy of performing.

For more information on Acting Academy for Kids’ summer camps, film academy, classes, satellite programs, and participation in the musical Alice in Wonderland, visit ActingAcademyForKids.com.

Acting ACADEMY for Kids   |   Ages 4-17   |   ActingAcademyForKids.com   |   949.427.0072

El Adobe de Capistrano

El Adobe de Capistrano invites you to stay awhile.

Relax, let the attentive staff take care of you, and enjoy a break from the daily grind with a classic margarita, glass of wine, or your favorite beverage. Wood paneled ceilings, iron railings, and tall, airy windows create a warm, gracious ambience that captures the essence of old world hospitality.

Those familiar with the local area need no introduction to the restaurant’s rich history. El Adobe was a favorite spot of former President Richard Nixon during his administration. It’s said that the Mexican dishes prepared exclusively for him by the chef inspired the restaurant’s transition from continental to Mexican cuisine. Located in the heart of San Juan Capistrano, one block from the Mission and Los Rios Historic District, El Adobe has been recognized as a California State Historical Landmark. The walls forming its cocktail lounge were once part of the original Miguel Yorba Adobe.

Chef Carlos Gutierrez sources only fresh, top quality ingredients, which is evident in his dishes. We started our lunch with light and crispy chips and El Adobe’s irresistible salsa and addictive guacamole. The house guacamole was prepared tableside with whole avocadoes spiced to our liking – mild, medium, or hot – then swirled with a fork and topped with queso fresco. We also sampled the Ceviche, beautifully seasoned to allow its natural ocean flavors to shine through. 

Main course portions are generous and come with tortillas, rice, and either pinto, black, or charro beans, a delicious vegetarian option made with fresh tomatoes, onions, and cilantro. The Fajitas are a customer favorite, served sizzling on a cast iron skillet in a savory marinade that highlights the meat’s flavor and tenderness. The tasty Carne Asada, 8 ounces of mesquite grilled Top Sirloin, came drizzled with zesty Argentinian chimichurri sauce, a colorful assortment of crisp, steamed vegetables, and fluffy Mexican rice.

For dessert, the Sweet Plantains in bourbon caramel sauce was the height of decadence. The Caramel Churros, always a big hit with kids, were a sweet, crunchy treat filled with creamy caramel, coated in cinnamon sugar and served with a scoop of ice cream. 

Along with its extensive menu, El Adobe features catering and banquet options that can be customized to meet your individual needs. Multiple private dining rooms and an inviting covered courtyard make it a preferred venue for special events and weddings.

31891 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
(949) 493-1163 | ElAdobeDeCapistrano.com

PTA Coffee Break presents Sabrina Schuck, Executive Director of UC Irvine’s Health Child Development School on Wednesday, March 16 from 8:30-10:15 a.m. at Hotel Laguna.

An Assistant Professor in Residence in the Departments of Pediatrics and Psychology & Social Behavior at UCI, Dr. Schuck will give parents tools and provide parenting techniques found to be most effective in helping children build resilience, be more self-reliant and overcome social challenges.  Her discussion is designed to help all parents understand and use those strategies thought necessary for improving self-regulation, empathy and social-engagement in their children.

Coffee Break is a monthly program organized by the Laguna Beach PTA Council’s Parent Education Committee.  It is supported by generous donations from Mission Hospital, Laguna Beach PTA and Council and individual community members. The ideas expressed at Coffee Break do not necessarily reflect those of LBUSD of PTA.  For more information visit: www.gotocoffeebreak.com.

Hotel Laguna is located at 425 South Coast Highway.  A suggested donation of $10.00 is requested at the door.  Coffee and pastries are provided.

Orangetheory Fitness

Orangetheory Fitness in San Clemente opened its doors less than a year ago, and already has become a community hub where people of all ages and backgrounds come to get healthy in a positive, high-energy environment.

Owners Dusty and Staci Dial, who live in San Clemente with their five-year-old daughter, were introduced to Orangetheory Fitness by their friend Marc Thomas, who owns studios in Newport Beach and Laguna Niguel. Dusty and Staci opened their first studio in Rancho Santa Margarita, followed by their San Clemente location in March 2015.

“We wanted to create a place where people would be able to come in and just forget about their problems for an hour,” says Dusty, “and after one of these workouts, with the energy you’ve used, and the endorphins you’ve created, you’re in a fantastic mood.”

Each 60-minute class provides “personal training in a group setting,” combining the benefits of a certified personal trainer with the fun, motivating atmosphere of a group class – an approach that’s unique in the fitness industry, and among the many reasons Men’s Journal rated Orangetheory Fitness the #1 workout on “The 20 Best Workouts in America” list.

Created by Ellen Latham in 2010, Orangetheory is a science-based, full body workout that utilizes the principles of high intensity interval training (HIIT), and excess post exercise oxygen consumption (EPOC). HIIT incorporates short bursts of super-high intensity effort for 1-2 minutes at a time, ensuring that 12-20 minutes of an hour-long class are spent in the heart rate zones proven to achieve EPOC – a state of oxygen deficiency that forces the body to burn more calories to equalize the loss.

Orangetheory Fitness’s logo of a fat cell exploding says it all. A typical class burns an average of 500 to 1000 calories and creates a metabolic increase, through EPOC, that allows you to keep burning calories at a higher rate over the next 24 to 36 hours. In other words, you’re able to reap the rewards of afterburn from an Orangetheory Fitness workout long after you’ve left the studio.

Participants receive heart rate monitors that calculate their maximum heart rate based on age, weight, and sex. They then choose the workout intensity that is right for them according to their fitness level. “You could have a 90-year-old woman working out next to an NFL player and they’ll receive the same benefits of the workout because they’re working to their own fitness level,” says Dusty.

Orangetheory Fitness uses a multi-faceted attack, alternating between treadmill, indoor rower, and resistance training, including free weights, TRX straps, an ab dolly, and body weight. Classes emphasize endurance, strength, or power – and with over 550 exercises in Orangetheory Fitness’s library, there are thousands of combinations to choose from, guaranteeing that no two classes are exactly alike.

Each class is led by a certified personal trainer who has gone through a rigorous selection process. New members arrive 30 minutes early in order to receive their heart rate monitor, watch part of a workout, and spend time with their trainer getting acquainted with the equipment. From that moment on, their personal trainer is always on hand, making corrections to form or providing an alternate version of an exercise, if necessary.

Benefits include weight loss, greater muscle tone and strength, increased endurance, and a marked improvement in overall health. “The best part of this business,” Dusty says, “is seeing people’s lives change. We’ve had people come in with Type 2 diabetes, and after a couples of months their doctors are wondering how they are improving their conditions.”

People typically start to feel better within the first few weeks, and it takes about four to six weeks to start seeing visual changes. “Give it at least three days a week for six weeks,” says Dusty, “and you’ll never go back!”

Jade China Chinese Cuisine

by Roxanne Holland

What a delightful surprise to discover the recently opened Jade China Chinese Cuisine restaurant located in San Juan Capistrano’s Plaza Del Obispo.

You’ll feel as if you’ve entered an oasis of serenity at Jade. The restaurant is beautifully appointed with stacked rock walls, art-element mirrors and tastefully positioned chrome trim that meshes seamlessly to create a calm, cool vibe. The food is the best Chinese I’ve experienced outside of China and is comparable in flavor and presentation to a famous Beverly Hills destination (that shall go unmentioned) at a fraction of the price!

Once you’re seated, the table is served a generous portion of fried wonton noodles and sweet sauce. Jade China’s tasty variety was the perfect beginning to a pleasurable dining experience.

We started with the Minced Chicken in Lettuce, but elected to substitute tofu in place of the chicken. The beautifully seasoned tofu was topped with a delicious plum sauce which paired nicely with the cold, crisp lettuce. For the main course we sampled Twinkle Walnut Shrimp, which we were told by the restaurant’s manager, Jeff, is one of its most popular dishes. After biting into the lightly battered sensations, I wanted to have them 7 days a week. I’m not privy to what goes into the “Chef’s Special Sauce,” but it’s nothing short of spectacular. Next up was the Black Pepper Beef Tenderloin, presented tableside with crunchy-fresh green beans. The beef was melt-in-your-mouth tender with just the right amount of kick!

Jade China Chinese Cuisine has also made an effort to cater to guests with special dietary needs and those seeking healthier choices. All dishes can be made gluten free and the restaurant offers plenty of options for both vegetarians and vegans. For the health conscious set, a variety of menu items are made available without oil or sodium. Parents will also be happy to know that there’s a kids menu geared just toward the little ones.

Jade serves up a selection of sake, beer, wine, champagne, tea and fruit smoothies to complement your meal. The restaurant offers take-out, delivery and catering for parties of 10 or more. Stop by for a delicious dining experience anytime from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. daily and til 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.

The San Onofre Parks Foundation (SOPF) is a California non-profit, charitable corporation, whose mission is to provide education, protection, and preservation for the California State Parks at San Onofre and San Clemente State Beaches. As a public liaison to these parklands, the San Onofre Parks Foundation will foster a comprehensive stewardship of this unique recreational resource, with its historically important sites and environmentally significant setting.

San Onofre Parks Foundation $3,000 check presentation for California State Parks Junior Lifeguard Program was on January 22, 2016. Surfline donated funds to have a Lifeguard Tower Model built by Malcolm Wilson. A raffle raised $1,200 and SOPF donated $1,800 for a total of $3,000.00 going to the Junior Guard program. Malcolm Wilson built the 1960s era State Lifeguard Tower Model.

SOPF Contact: 
Susan Goggins, Business Manager
sgoggins@SanOFoundation.org
949.366.8599

San Onofre Parks Foundation
3030 Avenida del Presidente, San Clemente, California 92672
www.SanOFoundation.org

Mathnasium – The Math Learning Center

The goal at Mathnasium is to help math make sense! Whether your child is far behind or is already succeeding in math, Mathnasium offers the tools that enable a student to leap ahead. Mathnasium knows that every child can be successful in math; it’s a matter of teaching it in a way that makes sense to them.

The first Mathnasium Learning Center opened in 2002, more than 40 years after math educator Larry Martinek was inspired to find a better way to teach children math. Larry developed the Mathnasium Method™ and a new business was born. Martinek’s desire was to provide children all over the world with increased confidence, critical thinking skills, and the mathematical ability to last a lifetime.  Students of all ages found the curriculum to be incredibly powerful and engaging. As evidence of how effective it is, Mathnasium centers have sprung up across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia.

Mathnasium’s experienced math tutors utilize proprietary teaching materials and techniques, The Mathnasium Method^™, to deliver a customized learning plan designed to address each student’s needs. The instructional approach goes beyond traditional math tutoring to develop understanding and to build a love for math.

If math is a problem, Mathnasium can solve it. Students will grow more excited and confident about math—and their grades will reflect that. Mathnasium owner, Kapil Mathur, oversees three centers in San Clemente, Dana Point, and Laguna Niguel. He and his team have been serving elementary, middle and high school students in South Orange County since 2006.

For students who already excel in math, the sky’s the limit. They will expand their math skills and, with math learning made exciting, students will discover what doors excelling at math can open.

Students engage one-to-one with Mathnasium-certified instructors in a unique combination of mental, verbal, visual, tactile, and written exercises. This instruction does more than just meet state math standards; it surpasses the recommendations of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics and the Common Core State Standards.

Basic math concepts and skills are blended with a program specifically designed to help students build number sense. This special program shows them how and why the useful number rules they’re learning work so they are able to understand how they can be applied to interesting areas such as computer science, biology, and psychology.

Students are evaluated with a written and verbal assessment unique to Mathnasium. Based on the results, Mathnasium develops a custom-tailored program designed to close any educational gaps they may have so they can jump ahead when they’re ready for advanced math challenges.

Mathnasium builds upon your child’s existing foundation and explains why mathematical rules work so that children learn and understand them. Mathnasium’s philosophy is that math shouldn’t simply be an exercise in memorization.

Mathnasium also helps students understand their homework as part of each session and prepares them for school tests, as well as standardized tests such as the California High School Exit Exam, SAT, ACT and ISEE.

By giving students a firm foundation—and confidence—in math, Mathnasium can prevent them from falling behind in the future and can help them avoid the problems and frustrations that struggling in math often creates. 

Contact your local center today to schedule a free trial session where you and your child can experience all that Mathnasium has to offer.