Mini Musical with Kate Roth

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All Ages

Let’s put on a show!  In this camp we will perform a scaled down version of a popular musical from start to finish through dancing, singing, and acting.  Every student will have a role and learn choreography and songs and lines as they work together to tell a story!  Crazy fun and the final show is NOT to be missed!

Baking

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All Ages

Cookies, cakes, and pies oh my! In this class, students will learn how to bake a variety of delectable foods, from scrumptious sugary cookies to savory pizzas! Students will learn to apply their math skills measuring and doubling recipes, the science behind ingredient selection, and express their creative talents while decorating and plating their creations. They can take home their treats to share with their families or gobble them up themselves!

Jewelry Design

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All Ages

Welcome to jewelry design! In this class, campers will learn the principal designs in jewelry making. Each project will focus on a different design principle, such as balance, movement, proportion, contrast, and much more! Students will be guided through the four steps of jewelry design: Intention, Design, Create, and Display. In each class, students will design and create a new jewelry piece. Come design and create jewelry for yourself, friends, or loved-ones! All materials provided.

Escape Room

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All Ages

Do you like puzzles? Inspired by the popular Escape Room concept, this is an interactive and team building class, focused on getting kids moving, thinking outside the box and working together! Each day a new story/challenge will be presented. Students will learn how to work together using logic and wit, to race the clock in order to solve whatever challenge or mystery the day might bring. This year we have all new escape rooms  never seen before!

Clay Creations!

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All Ages

Join us for a creative adventure where kids can explore the world of clay and create their very own masterpieces! In this hands-on class, children will learn basic techniques like molding, sculpting, and decorating to bring their imagination to life. Students will design, create, and decorate their projects using a variety of mediums. Whether it's making playful animals, decorative bowls, or custom creatures, this class is all about fun, creativity, and self-expression. Instructors will guide your child through each step, ensuring they develop new skills while having a blast! All materials are provided.

Needle Felting

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Ages 6-10

Needle felting is a creative craft where you use special barbed needles to repeatedly poke and bring wool fibers together, allowing us to sculpt 3D shapes and designs. Kids will be able to create animals, dolls or any little creature that they can imagine. This is all done by hand, making it wonderfully therapeutic and a great outlet for creative expression. Needle felting also has many other benefits like; Improving concentration and cognitive function, improving fine motor skills.

Basketball Superstars

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All Ages

Campers develop their basketball skills in this fun and active class! They learn the fundamentals of each position and basic basketball strategies while honing their shooting, dribbling, passing, defending, and ball control skills. This class emphasizes sportsmanship, teamwork, and character development. It’s a slam dunk experience for all!

Kommercial Kidz

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All Ages

Learn what makes the commercials you watch fun and exciting! This Kommercial Kids on-camera acting class will keep your child using their imagination while creating, producing and filming silly commercials. To add to the excitement, they will invent and make their products that will be seen in their commercials. Your child will see what it takes to be that adorable kid on TV, advertising their favorite toy! *Each child will receive an edited video of its commercial after completion of the session.

Merlin's Magic Workshop

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All Ages

Magic is so much more than tricks and spells. It’s imagination, adventure and wondrous tales! Welcome to Merlin’s Magic Workshop, where we train all the greatest wizards. And maybe, just maybe, teach you to turn your cat into a lizard. So come along with us, watch tricks, practice and perform. Develop dexterity, creativity, confidence and learn to capture audiences by storm. Take a new trick home with you to practice each week. And be prepared to be admired as a great wizard of incredible mystique.

Egghead Robot Laboratory

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All Ages

Boot up and get ready to join the squad! First, it's building time. Using advanced LEGO Spike Prime Sets, students will build our hi-tech robots and creations using our codable hub, motors, colors sensors, force sensors, and distance sensors, as well as over 500 special pieces. Then, we'll test our robots to see if they pass the challenge. Challenges include maze solving, line following, robot sports, racing, and more!

Hand Sewing

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Ages 6-10

This session in our Hand Sewing class as always, we will be having fun while learning basic and some more advanced hand stitches. Attendants will pick an individual project to work on. Depending on the participants level we will be sewing a multitude of choices- color selection, fabric options, design and proportion to help kids stimulate their creative thinking skills. Completing a project fosters a sense of accomplishment. Hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills develop through the use of the hands, and exercises in following directions along with problem solving skills are all added benefits of sewing experiences for children.

Art Adventures

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All Ages

Students embark on a creative journey with art! They make amazing creations such as clay geckos, 3D collage robots, and paper roll characters while also learning about famous artists including Georgia O’Keeffe, Henri Matisse, and Eric Joyner! This class makes art an adventure!

Ninja Ninja Learns...Jump, Kick, Play!

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All Ages

Ninja Ninja is an enrichment program which introduces students to popularized styles (Karate, Taekwondo, and Kung Fu) of martial arts in a non-contact and non-competitive setting.Through a play based approach, students are introduced to foundational martial arts movements such as blocking, striking, and stances. Daily activities include fun target training, group games, relay races, obstacle courses and engaging physical challenges.

Minecraft Modding

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Ages 7-10

Welcome to the fascinating world of Minecraft, where creativity knows no bounds! In this course, students will delve into the exciting realms of Redstone and Command Blocks, two powerful tools that will elevate their gameplay to new heights. From simple doors that open automatically to intricate redstone contraptions that can perform tasks at the press of a button, the possibilities are virtually limitless. As you embark on this journey, prepare to unlock the secrets of these incredible tools and unleash your imagination in ways you never thought possible!

Movie Music

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Ages 7-10

What would Star Wars be without its incredible music composed by John Williams? In this course, we will investigate how music is used in movies by great film composers (Danny Elfman, Kris Bowers, Bernard Herman, and others), and we will create our own short film to compose and record music to. We will premiere our video at the ending share.

Groovin' Crafts

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All Ages

Make it and Take it in this Groovin’ Arts and Crafts class! This interactive class will keep your child engaged as they create fun projects. Their imaginations will run wild as they paste, cut, and draw, bringing these projects to life! Capture that ultimate summer camp feeling as the magic unfolds in Groovin’ Crafts!

Soccer

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All Ages

In this class, campers will focus on rules and strategy of soccer as well as the development of ball  handling, passing, shooting, offensive and defensive skills. Build endurance, develop coordination and learn  how to play as a team! Players will scrimmage each week and work on skills & drills in a fun & friendly  environment. Everyone can participate regardless of ability. All equipment and materials provided.

Professor Egghead Detectives

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All Ages

There’s a mystery afoot at the Science Academy! Lucky for us, the Egghead Detective Team is on the case, solving crime the only way we know how: with Science. We’ll learn about acids and bases as we search for a stolen trophy. We’ll dust for prints and study dermatoglyphics at the scene of a crime. We’ll even explore ciphers and find out how to decode mysterious messages left by the crooks. With awesome take home experiments like absorbent jelly crystals, hydrophobic sand, color spinners and more, the one thing that’s not a mystery is how much fun we’ll have each week!

Animal Invasion!

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All Ages 

Animal Invasion is a class designed for all animal lovers! Students experience and interact with a variety of amazing creatures, including reptiles, amphibians, mammals, birds, insects, and more. The class features fun activities, games, and, most importantly, plenty of opportunities to learn about animals!

World of Art

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All Ages

Welcome to the world of art! In this class, students will explore artists, techniques, and cultures through various art  projects. Each project is inspired by a different artist or people group from all around the world! Each unique  class will focus on a new medium and theme. Students will be inspired to use their creativity and imagination to  create their own masterpieces. Great for all ages and skill levels. All materials are provided.

Video Game Music

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All Ages

From Pac Man to Mario to Minecraft and beyond, video game music is some of the most interesting, memorable, and sophisticated music that has taken the world by storm. In this course, we will listen to, discuss, and play great music from great video games! We will use drums, xylophones, glockenspiels, and more! We’ll explore the original games, investigate how the music enhances the gameplay and the stories, and learn some music theory along the way.

Markerspace STEAM

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Ages 5-8

Give your child the opportunity to explore, create, and problem-solve in this exciting, hands-on STEAM program! Designed for curious young minds, this course introduces key Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math concepts through engaging activities like building towers, designing bridges, experimenting with forces, coding with games, and crafting DIY instruments. Each lesson fosters creativity, teamwork, and critical thinking, helping kids develop foundational skills in a fun and supportive environment. No prior experience is needed—just a love for discovery!

Wizards Chess

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All Ages

The title "Wizards Chess" is borrowed from the first Harry Potter movie in which the young heroes of the film play a larger than life game of Chess where they "become" the chess pieces and use Algebraic Chess Notation to command their side of the board to victory. In this class we will quickly learn the Notation which makes Wizards Chess possible. Then we'll get creative by deciding which piece to play and practice standing perfectly still like a Chess statue before coming to life and moving across the board to seize an enemy piece. The class will culminate in the students playing a life sized game of Wizards Chess in which they get to act out their pieces' movement, explore exciting and dramatic ways to capture and be captured, and shout out the words that will transform a board game into real life, "Knight to f3!" *All students should be confident in the basic rules of Chess. This is a perfect follow up class for any children who previously attended Beginners Chess, Chess 2.0, and especially Scholars Chess.*

Slimy Summer Fun

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All Ages

Who doesn't like playing with slime? Join us for some oozy-gooey FUN! We’ll learn the secrets behind making the perfect slime. We'll be making slime batches like glitter slime, fluffy slime, galaxy slime and much more. They will become an expert on the science of making the perfect slime!

Tabletop Games

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Ages 6-10

In this class children will collaborate, problem solve, practice sportsmanship, and have tons of fun playing classic and newer tabletop board games. Each class will introduce a new game and children will have opportunities to play both new and favorite games during the hour. Games will be available at different levels for different ages and skill levels.

Escape Room

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All Ages

Do you like puzzles? Inspired by the popular Escape Room concept, this is an interactive and team building class, focused on getting kids moving, thinking outside the box and working together! Each day a new story/challenge will be presented. Students will learn how to work together using logic and wit, to race the clock in order to solve whatever challenge or mystery the day might bring. This year we have all new escape rooms  never seen before!

Advanced Chess

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All Ages

In this class for more experienced players we will be taking Chess education to a higher level. We'll begin with a lightning fast review of the rules of the game but quickly move beyond that to dive into Chess strategy, technique and style! And there will be something challenging for all involved. The class will be fun and upbeat and will include gameplay, puzzles, technology, and group activities. *All students should be confident in the basic rules of Chess. This is a perfect follow up class for any children who previously attended Beginners Chess*

New(er) Kids On the Block Hip Hop

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All Ages

This 90s-inspired dance class will focus on songs from the 1990s and introduce students to classic moves like the Running Man, kick step, Roger Rabbit, and cabbage patch, along with some sweet breakdance steps thrown in. Complete with 90s-inspired outfits, this will be a blast for anyone looking for a fun and energetic dance class!

FilmKids

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Ages 6-10

Lights. Camera. Action! Have you ever wondered how movies are made? Why are there so many names at the end? Welcome to FilmKids. In FilmKids, students will have the opportunity to participate in all sides of  filmmaking. From writing to acting, directing to producing, camera (also known as cinematography) to editing,  students will work together each day to create a variety of different film projects with real cameras and gear. So  whether you are a future documentarian, the next Spielberg, Denzel or Streep, come have fun with us and let's  make a movie together. The best way to learn is by doing. See you on-set!

ClayMates

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All Ages

Clay… Clay… and more Clay, build it the fun way in ClayMates.  Mold your Summer into shape in this creative class that gets your imagination flowing while building fun stories around your clay sculptures. Each class, the campers will take home their project to share with friends and family along with fun memories they will never forget! If you love to build and play, ClayMates is the way!

Cardboard Construction

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All Ages

In Cardboard Construction, students explore design, engineering, and creativity through hands-on building with cardboard. Using scissors, hot glue guns, and the ChompSaw (a kid-safe power tool), students learn to safely transform 2D designs into 3D structures and sculptures. Projects include constructing a cardboard house and an original sculpture, emphasizing experimentation, problem-solving, and collaboration. This class supports curiosity, material exploration, and learning through making, while building spatial reasoning, craftsmanship, and confidence with tools.


Hand Sewing

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Ages 6-10

This session in our Hand Sewing class as always, we will be having fun while learning basic and some more advanced hand stitches. Attendants will pick an individual project to work on. Depending on the participants level we will be sewing a multitude of choices- color selection, fabric options, design and proportion to help kids stimulate their creative thinking skills. Completing a project fosters a sense of accomplishment. Hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills develop through the use of the hands, and exercises in following directions along with problem solving skills are all added benefits of sewing experiences for children.

Pickleball!

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All Ages

Students discover the exciting sport of pickleball in this engaging class! They learn the basic rules, fundamental techniques, and court positioning. They develop skills in serving, volleying, dinking, and scoring within a supportive and encouraging environment. This class is perfect for all ages and skill levels!


Needle Felting

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Ages 6-10

Needle felting is a creative craft where you use special barbed needles to repeatedly poke and bring wool fibers together, allowing us to sculpt 3D shapes and designs. Kids will be able to create animals, dolls or any little creature that they can imagine. This is all done by hand, making it wonderfully therapeutic and a great outlet for creative expression. Needle felting also has many other benefits like; Improving concentration and cognitive function, improving fine motor skills.

Ninja Ninja Learns...Taekwondo and (foam) Nun chucks

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All Ages

Ninja Ninja is an enrichment program which introduces students to fundamental martial arts elements like blocking, striking, stances, and situational awareness in a non-contact and non-competitive environment. Through play based target drills, group games, and physical challenges, students will be immersed in the art of Taekwondo while learning to wield (foam) nunchucks!

The Greatest Summer Cook-Off

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All Ages

Welcome to the greatest and most tasty competition of the summer! Grab your baking hats and aprons  because we are looking for the best amateur chefs, bakers, artists and creators out there. The Greatest  Summer Cook Off is the most fun you will have with your friends in the kitchen. Each week, students will be divided into small teams to tackle a new culinary challenge. In The Greatest Summer Cook Off, we will not only try new foods, create unique recipes and learn a variety of culinary skills, students will also learn how to strategize and work together in order to compete for the week’s awards. Will your team win Best Presentation? Or Best Technique? Or will your team win the day’s top Star Award? Come find out this summer! Ready. Set.  Cook!

KPop Demon Hunters JAM

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All Ages

In this exciting new dance class, students will learn to dance like HUNTR/X to music from the hit movie, KPop Demon Hunters! How It's Done, Soda Pop, and Golden are a few of the songs these future hunters will dance to in order to strengthen the Honmoon. No experience necessary! Let's have some fun!

Pokémon Art Academy!

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All Ages

Students learn step-by-step techniques for drawing characters such as Bulbasaur, Charmander, Squirtle, and many more in this creative class! They explore different hands-on art media, including watercolor, modeling clay, and pastels, as they create Poké Balls, Pokémon Shrinky Dinks, and even their own Pokémon trading cards!

Sarah’s Science Lab

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Ages 5-8

Grab your goggles and lab coat, it’s time to connect with your inner scientist and get weird! During each class our young scientists will be participating in one or more accessible, engaging, and awe inspiring experiments! They’ll also get all the instructions to replicate the experiments at home.

Beginning Ceramics

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All Ages

In Beginning Ceramics, students explore the creative possibilities of clay through hands-on, process-based learning. Using low-fire clay, students learn foundational hand-building techniques such as pinch, coil, and slab construction, along with scoring and using slip to join forms. Campers design and create functional and expressive clay projects, then experiment with basic glazing techniques to add color, texture, and personal expression. This class supports progressive arts philosophy by encouraging curiosity, problem-solving, material exploration, and reflective thinking. Students build visual arts vocabulary, fine motor skills, and an understanding of the ceramic process from clay to finished glazed artwork.

Survivor Quest

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All Ages

Challenge your survival skills in this fun,high-energy competition class! Let your imagination run wild as you explore, compete, race, and build. Your journey will take you on scavenger hunts that will include fun games; puzzles, relays and team building challenges that will keep you on your toes. Create your silly team names as you race to the finish line. It’s time to get Wild and Wacky if you dare in this outrageous Survivor Quest class!

Culinary Kids

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All Ages

Welcome to Culinary Kids where students will come to create and experience the culinary world. We will learn while we eat! In our kid-friendly kitchen, students will explore food preparation, tastes and pairings, nutrition, and presentation. Along with perfecting our cutting and baking skills, students will experience the many aspects that go into the culinary arts. From math to science, geography to culture, we will explore amazing flavors, create delicious dishes and pair fun ingredients from around the world to blow our taste buds away!

Flips and Tricks

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All Ages

Focusing on more advanced tricks, this class is a great way to gain confidence in skills like handsprings, limbers, and aerials. Basic knowledge and experience of gymnastics or acro is preferred but not required! Lots of flexibility and strength work in this class. Flips and Tricks will present a showcase routine for parents during Open House!

World of Art

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All Ages

Welcome to the world of art! In this class, students will explore artists, techniques, and cultures through various art  projects. Each project is inspired by a different artist or people group from all around the world! Each unique  class will focus on a new medium and theme. Students will be inspired to use their creativity and imagination to  create their own masterpieces. Great for all ages and skill levels. All materials are provided.

Critter Squad’s Indoor Safari!

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All Ages

Students go “Zoo Wild” with this completely hands-on experience unlike any other! They explore animals and reptiles of all shapes, sizes, and colors as an indoor safari is brought to the palms of their hands. This class offers an incredible animal experience not to be missed!


Slimy Summer Fun

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All Ages

Who doesn't like playing with slime? Join us for some oozy-gooey FUN! We’ll learn the secrets behind making the perfect slime. We'll be making slime batches like glitter slime, fluffy slime, galaxy slime and much more. They will become an expert on the science of making the perfect slime!

Houdini’s Magic Workshop

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All Ages

Alakazam! Welcome to Houdini’s Magic Workshop where we will put our illusion and trickery skills to the test! Each week, we will sharpen our craft of dexterity, story-telling, presentation, and most of all…Performance; all while learning mind  blowing tricks students will get to take home! Mentalism, card tricks, coin tricks and classic misdirection, all just a few of  the amazing skills we will learn. But a great magician is only as good as their stage presence! Therefore, we shall hone  and perfect our performance techniques through a variety of exciting games and magical exercises…And did I mention  students get to take new tricks home each day?!

Stop Motion Animation

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Ages 5-8

Explore the magic of storytelling through pictures that move! In this fun and creative class, young students will learn the basics of stop motion animation using the Stop Motion Studio app. They'll bring toys and objects to life as they plan simple stories, build sets, and animate scenes frame by frame. Along the way, they'll explore beginning, middle, and end storytelling, practice keeping the camera steady, and add sound effects to their mini-movies. Perfect for little hands with big imaginations!

Printmaking

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Ages 6-10

In Printmaking, students explore color, shape, and process through hands-on, inquiry-based printmaking experiences. Using brayers and transparent oil-based inks, students learn to build a three-layer print over time, operating a cylinder intaglio press with guidance and care. Each week, a new layer is added, allowing students to observe color mixing through overlap and deepen their understanding of shape, transparency, and composition. Additional projects include using the power of the Sun to make a cyanotype print, and explore texture through the rubbing technique. Through experimentation and reflection, students develop printmaking vocabulary, fine motor skills, visual problem-solving, and an understanding of how process and materials influence artistic outcomes.

Lego Robotics

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All Ages

Students build different projects each week and learn the basics of coding through a LEGO Education app in this fun and educational robotics class! This course begins with engineering principles such as wheels, axles, and levers, and then progresses to more complex components, including sensors, light matrix, and motors!

Mini Musical with Kate Roth

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All Ages

Let’s put on a show!  In this camp we will perform a scaled down version of a popular musical from start to finish through dancing, singing, and acting.  Every student will have a role and learn choreography and songs and lines as they work together to tell a story!  Crazy fun and the final show is NOT to be missed!

Clay Creations!

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All Ages

Join us for a creative adventure where kids can explore the world of clay and create their very own masterpieces! In this hands-on class, children will learn basic techniques like molding, sculpting, and decorating to bring their imagination to life. Students will design, create, and decorate their projects using a variety of mediums. Whether it's making playful animals, decorative bowls, or custom creatures, this class is all about fun, creativity, and self-expression. Instructors will guide your child through each step, ensuring they develop new skills while having a blast! All materials are provided.

Basketball

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All Ages

Improve your skills and confidence in this fast-paced and exciting basketball class! Dribbling, passing,  footwork, ball handling, shooting and other fundamental basketball skills will be taught in this class for students  of all skill levels. ACE Hoops! is a non-competitive sports class that will allow students to build endurance, develop coordination, and have a blast! Players will play a game each week, in addition to working on skills  and drills in a fun and friendly environment. All equipment and materials provided.

Hand Sewing

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Ages 6-10

This session in our Hand Sewing class as always, we will be having fun while learning basic and some more advanced hand stitches. Attendants will pick an individual project to work on. Depending on the participants level we will be sewing a multitude of choices- color selection, fabric options, design and proportion to help kids stimulate their creative thinking skills. Completing a project fosters a sense of accomplishment. Hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills develop through the use of the hands, and exercises in following directions along with problem solving skills are all added benefits of sewing experiences for children.

Dungeons & Dragons 101

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Ages 6-10

Well met, adventurers! Join D&D 101 and learn all things Dungeons & Dragons in an age appropriate setting. Seasoned Adventurers (guardians): expect cooperative storytelling, problem-solving, critical thinking, and team building. New Adventurers (students): expect excitement, shenanigans, and an unbelievable quest! No experience is necessary and all materials will be provided.

Kommercial Kidz

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All Ages

Learn what makes the commercials you watch fun and exciting! This Kommercial Kids on-camera acting class will keep your child using their imagination while creating, producing and filming silly commercials. To add to the excitement, they will invent and make their products that will be seen in their commercials. Your child will see what it takes to be that adorable kid on TV, advertising their favorite toy! *Each child will receive an edited video of its commercial after completion of the session.

Escape Room

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All Ages

Do you like puzzles? Inspired by the popular Escape Room concept, this is an interactive and team building class, focused on getting kids moving, thinking outside the box and working together! Each day a new story/challenge will be presented. Students will learn how to work together using logic and wit, to race the clock in order to solve whatever challenge or mystery the day might bring. This year we have all new escape rooms  never seen before!

Slimy Summer Fun

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All Ages

Who doesn't like playing with slime? Join us for some oozy-gooey FUN! We’ll learn the secrets behind making the perfect slime. We'll be making slime batches like glitter slime, fluffy slime, galaxy slime and much more. They will become an expert on the science of making the perfect slime!

Professor Egghead: Explorers

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All Ages

Darwin. Shackleton. Earhart. Egghead? Join the ranks of the world’s greatest explorers this session as we unfurl our maps and experiment our way around the Earth! Eggheads will explore the chemical reactions behind the world’s largest volcanoes, learn how to tell time by the position of the sun, and create awesome take-home experiments like sodium alginate worms, oobleck tar pits, homemade flashlights, and more. Each week is an opportunity to make new discoveries about what makes our planet so incredible!

Just Gymnastics!

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All Ages

This is a beginner-level gymnastics class that teaches rolls, cartwheels, handstands, bridges, and splits! Students will gain confidence and flexibility, while mastering challenging skills. This class culminates in a routine for parents at Open House! Join us for loads of fun in a safe and nurturing environment.


Beginner Chess

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All Ages

The old saying goes, "Chess is the game of Kings (and Queens)", and in this class we'll find out why. Chess subtly teaches children all the qualities of a noble king or queen: Perseverance, Nobility, Courtesy, Benevolence, Responsibility, problem solving, confidence, sportsmanship, planning, patience, social skills, critical thinking, imagination and more. And if that weren't enough it's also super awesome fun! In this class we'll start at the beginning to discover all the different characters(pieces) of Chess and background information about who they are and where they come from. Then it's onto how they move on the board and the rest of the dynamic rules of this 2000 year old Game of Kings!

Ninja Nina Learns...Taekwondo and (foam) Nun Chucks

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All Ages

Ninja Ninja is an enrichment program which introduces students to fundamental martial arts elements like blocking, striking, stances, and situational awareness in a non-contact and non-competitive environment. Through play based target drills, group games, and physical challenges, students will be immersed in the art of Taekwondo while learning to wield (foam) nunchucks! 


Culinary Kids

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All Ages

Welcome to Culinary Kids where students will come to create and experience the culinary world. We will learn while we eat! In our kid-friendly kitchen, students will explore food preparation, tastes and pairings, nutrition, and presentation. Along with perfecting our cutting and baking skills, students will experience the many aspects that go into the culinary arts. From math to science, geography to culture, we will explore amazing flavors, create delicious dishes and pair fun ingredients from around the world to blow our taste buds away!

Pop Stars Video Jam

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All Ages

Calling all singers and dancers!  Become your favorite Pop star or Rock star in this high-energy video jam class!  We will sing and dance as we create the concert that everyone has been waiting for.  The students will keep the party rocking as they create their bands.  We capture all the fun in a music video to share with friends and family.  So, get your voices tuned and get ready to groove in Pop Stars Video Jam!

Runway Fashion Design!

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Ages 6-10

Campers unleash their creativity and step into the world of fashion! They explore their own unique styles through clothing alteration, learn basic sewing and embellishing skills, and design everything from uniforms to red carpet looks. Their designs are then presented in a fabulous runway show!

Houdini’s Magic Workshop

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All Ages

Alakazam! Welcome to Houdini’s Magic Workshop where we will put our illusion and trickery skills to the test! Each week, we will sharpen our craft of dexterity, story-telling, presentation, and most of all…Performance; all while learning mind  blowing tricks students will get to take home! Mentalism, card tricks, coin tricks and classic misdirection, all just a few of  the amazing skills we will learn. But a great magician is only as good as their stage presence! Therefore, we shall hone  and perfect our performance techniques through a variety of exciting games and magical exercises…And did I mention  students get to take new tricks home each day?!

Baking

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All Ages

Cookies, cakes, and pies oh my! In this class, students will learn how to bake a variety of delectable foods, from scrumptious sugary cookies to savory pizzas! Students will learn to apply their math skills measuring and doubling recipes, the science behind ingredient selection, and express their creative talents while decorating and plating their creations. They can take home their treats to share with their families or gobble them up themselves!

Egghead Engineering: Super Structures

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All Ages

What do the Golden Gate Bridge, LA City Hall, and Point Arena Lighthouse all have in common (besides being California landmarks)? They’re all structures that can be built with LEGOTM bricks in this session of Egghead Engineering! Join the Egghead team as we design, build, and test LEGOTM bridges, towering skyscrapers, underground tunnels and more in order to learn the foundations of engineering and see what it takes to build the most solid structures imaginable. Each class presents new opportunities for creativity - no challenge is too big for the Egghead team to tackle!

Creative Sculpture!

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All Ages

Students learn how to make figurines, mosaics, multi-media sculptures, and more while exploring the work of famous sculptors such as Jeffrey Koons, Takashi Murakami, and Walter Furlan! This class teaches the principles of sculpture and allows students to experiment with various media in a fun, creative, and engaging environment!

Needle Felting

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Ages 6-10

Needle felting is a creative craft where you use special barbed needles to repeatedly poke and bring wool fibers together, allowing us to sculpt 3D shapes and designs. Kids will be able to create animals, dolls or any little creature that they can imagine. This is all done by hand, making it wonderfully therapeutic and a great outlet for creative expression. Needle felting also has many other benefits like; Improving concentration and cognitive function, improving fine motor skills.

KPop Demon Hunters JAM

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All Ages

In this exciting new dance class, students will learn to dance like HUNTR/X to music from the hit movie, KPop Demon Hunters! How It's Done, Soda Pop, and Golden are a few of the songs these future hunters will dance to in order to strengthen the Honmoon. No experience necessary! Let's have some fun!

Minecraft Modding

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Ages 7-10

Welcome to the fascinating world of Minecraft, where creativity knows no bounds! In this course, students will delve into the exciting realms of Redstone and Command Blocks, two powerful tools that will elevate their gameplay to new heights. From simple doors that open automatically to intricate redstone contraptions that can perform tasks at the press of a button, the possibilities are virtually limitless. As you embark on this journey, prepare to unlock the secrets of these incredible tools and unleash your imagination in ways you never thought possible!

World of Art

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All Ages

Welcome to the world of art! In this class, students will explore artists, techniques, and cultures through various art  projects. Each project is inspired by a different artist or people group from all around the world! Each unique  class will focus on a new medium and theme. Students will be inspired to use their creativity and imagination to  create their own masterpieces. Great for all ages and skill levels. All materials are provided.

World of Art

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All Ages

Welcome to the world of art! In this class, students will explore artists, techniques, and cultures through various art  projects. Each project is inspired by a different artist or people group from all around the world! Each unique  class will focus on a new medium and theme. Students will be inspired to use their creativity and imagination to  create their own masterpieces. Great for all ages and skill levels. All materials are provided.

Merlin's Magic Workshop

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All Ages

Magic is so much more than tricks and spells. It’s imagination, adventure and wondrous tales! Welcome to Merlin’s Magic Workshop, where we train all the greatest wizards. And maybe, just maybe, teach you to turn your cat into a lizard. So come along with us, watch tricks, practice and perform. Develop dexterity, creativity, confidence and learn to capture audiences by storm. Take a new trick home with you to practice each week. And be prepared to be admired as a great wizard of incredible mystique.

Coding Robots

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All Ages

Students collaborate in teams while exploring coding fundamentals! They learn how to program Dash the Robot to perform a variety of actions such as moving, singing, dancing, responding to voices, and making sounds! Their code will come to life in real-time in this hands-on interactive class.

Jump Around! Jump Roping and More!

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All Ages

Ever wanted to learn to jump rope? Want to learn how to hula hoop on your neck or feet? Impressive party tricks galore exist in this high energy movement class! A safe and fun way to learn a new skill, gain some confidence, and practice gross motor skills/hand-eye coordination simultaneously!

Flag Football

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All Ages

Ready! Set! Hike! Students will learn football fundamentals, develop strategy and have fun with their friends. Build endurance, develop coordination and learn how to play as a team! Games will be played each week after working on skills and drills in a fun and safe learning environment. This is a NON-CONTACT sports class. All equipment and materials provided.

Ninja Ninja Learns...Jump, Kick, Play!

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All Ages

Ninja Ninja is an enrichment program which introduces students to popularized styles (Karate, Taekwondo, and Kung Fu) of martial arts in a non-contact and non-competitive setting.Through a play based approach, students are introduced to foundational martial arts movements such as blocking, striking, and stances. Daily activities include fun target training, group games, relay races, obstacle courses and engaging physical challenges.

Cardboard Construction

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All Ages

In Cardboard Construction, students explore design, engineering, and creativity through hands-on building with cardboard. Using scissors, hot glue guns, and the ChompSaw (a kid-safe power tool), students learn to safely transform 2D designs into 3D structures and sculptures. Projects include constructing a cardboard house and an original sculpture, emphasizing experimentation, problem-solving, and collaboration. This class supports curiosity, material exploration, and learning through making, while building spatial reasoning, craftsmanship, and confidence with tools.


Survivor Quest

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All Ages

Challenge your survival skills in this fun,high-energy competition class! Let your imagination run wild as you explore, compete, race, and build. Your journey will take you on scavenger hunts that will include fun games; puzzles, relays and team building challenges that will keep you on your toes. Create your silly team names as you race to the finish line. It’s time to get Wild and Wacky if you dare in this outrageous Survivor Quest class!

Hand Sewing

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Ages 6-10

This session in our Hand Sewing class as always, we will be having fun while learning basic and some more advanced hand stitches. Attendants will pick an individual project to work on. Depending on the participants level we will be sewing a multitude of choices- color selection, fabric options, design and proportion to help kids stimulate their creative thinking skills. Completing a project fosters a sense of accomplishment. Hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills develop through the use of the hands, and exercises in following directions along with problem solving skills are all added benefits of sewing experiences for children.

The Greatest Summer Cook-Off

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All Ages

Welcome to the greatest and most tasty competition of the summer! Grab your baking hats and aprons  because we are looking for the best amateur chefs, bakers, artists and creators out there. The Greatest  Summer Cook Off is the most fun you will have with your friends in the kitchen. Each week, students will be divided into small teams to tackle a new culinary challenge. In The Greatest Summer Cook Off, we will not only try new foods, create unique recipes and learn a variety of culinary skills, students will also learn how to strategize and work together in order to compete for the week’s awards. Will your team win Best Presentation? Or Best Technique? Or will your team win the day’s top Star Award? Come find out this summer! Ready. Set.  Cook!

Needle Felting

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Ages 6-10

Needle felting is a creative craft where you use special barbed needles to repeatedly poke and bring wool fibers together, allowing us to sculpt 3D shapes and designs. Kids will be able to create animals, dolls or any little creature that they can imagine. This is all done by hand, making it wonderfully therapeutic and a great outlet for creative expression. Needle felting also has many other benefits like; Improving concentration and cognitive function, improving fine motor skills.

Acrobatics!

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All Ages

Standing on your hands? Check! Balancing in a bridge on one leg? Easy peasy! Students will work on artistic acrobatics in this class, with an emphasis on bridge work, handstands, headstands, and limbers (think landing a handstand into a bridge). I have been certified through Acrobatic Arts for 7 years and absolutely adore teaching beginners and intermediate students how to move their bodies in a safe and fun way. Lots of stretching, conditioning, and flexibility/strength training happens in this class, culminating in a show-stopping routine for parents at open house!

Wizards Chess

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All Ages

The title "Wizards Chess" is borrowed from the first Harry Potter movie in which the young heroes of the film play a larger than life game of Chess where they "become" the chess pieces and use Algebraic Chess Notation to command their side of the board to victory. In this class we will quickly learn the Notation which makes Wizards Chess possible. Then we'll get creative by deciding which piece to play and practice standing perfectly still like a Chess statue before coming to life and moving across the board to seize an enemy piece. The class will culminate in the students playing a life sized game of Wizards Chess in which they get to act out their pieces' movement, explore exciting and dramatic ways to capture and be captured, and shout out the words that will transform a board game into real life, "Knight to f3!" *All students should be confident in the basic rules of Chess. This is a perfect follow up class for any children who previously attended Beginners Chess, Chess 2.0, and especially Scholars Chess.*

Comic Book Creators: The Future

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Ages 6-10

Brainstorm, Storyboard, Pencil, Ink, and Color. In this special comic book class, create a character that will  explore the future as you see it. When you zoom light years ahead, what will you find? After the session is  over, the comic booklets are taken back to our studio and professionally edited and put together! When  complete, the comic books will be delivered to the students and are theirs to keep. All materials and supplies  provided. Returning students are encouraged and new comic book creators welcome!

Jewelry Making

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All Ages

Campers create jewelry in a hands-on introduction to this exciting and creative art form! They craft radiant accessories using a variety of materials, including beads and fabric. Among the items created are earrings, bracelets, necklaces, headbands, pins, and rings.

FilmKids

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Ages 6-10

Lights. Camera. Action! Have you ever wondered how movies are made? Why are there so many names at the end? Welcome to FilmKids. In FilmKids, students will have the opportunity to participate in all sides of  filmmaking. From writing to acting, directing to producing, camera (also known as cinematography) to editing,  students will work together each day to create a variety of different film projects with real cameras and gear. So  whether you are a future documentarian, the next Spielberg, Denzel or Streep, come have fun with us and let's  make a movie together. The best way to learn is by doing. See you on-set!

Jewelry Making

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All Ages

Campers create jewelry in a hands-on introduction to this exciting and creative art form! They craft radiant accessories using a variety of materials, including beads and fabric. Among the items created are earrings, bracelets, necklaces, headbands, pins, and rings.

Beginning Ceramics

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All Ages

In Beginning Ceramics, students explore the creative possibilities of clay through hands-on, process-based learning. Using low-fire clay, students learn foundational hand-building techniques such as pinch, coil, and slab construction, along with scoring and using slip to join forms. Campers design and create functional and expressive clay projects, then experiment with basic glazing techniques to add color, texture, and personal expression. This class supports progressive arts philosophy by encouraging curiosity, problem-solving, material exploration, and reflective thinking. Students build visual arts vocabulary, fine motor skills, and an understanding of the ceramic process from clay to finished glazed artwork.

Slimy Summer Fun

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All Ages

Who doesn't like playing with slime? Join us for some oozy-gooey FUN! We’ll learn the secrets behind making the perfect slime. We'll be making slime batches like glitter slime, fluffy slime, galaxy slime and much more. They will become an expert on the science of making the perfect slime!

Fine Art Academy!

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All Ages

Growing artists learn the fundamentals of art, including line, shape, color, and more! They explore various artistic styles through drawing, painting, and mixed-media collages, all based on artists such as Monet and Cezanne! Students make their own unique art pieces, bringing their imaginations to life and creating masterpieces to take home!

New(er) Kids On the Block Hip Hop

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All Ages

This 90s-inspired dance class will focus on songs from the 1990s and introduce students to classic moves like the Running Man, kick step, Roger Rabbit, and cabbage patch, along with some sweet breakdance steps thrown in. Complete with 90s-inspired outfits, this will be a blast for anyone looking for a fun and energetic dance class!

Escape Room

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All Ages

Do you like puzzles? Inspired by the popular Escape Room concept, this is an interactive and team building class, focused on getting kids moving, thinking outside the box and working together! Each day a new story/challenge will be presented. Students will learn how to work together using logic and wit, to race the clock in order to solve whatever challenge or mystery the day might bring. This year we have all new escape rooms  never seen before!

Printmaking

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Ages 6-10

In Printmaking, students explore color, shape, and process through hands-on, inquiry-based printmaking experiences. Using brayers and transparent oil-based inks, students learn to build a three-layer print over time, operating a cylinder intaglio press with guidance and care. Each week, a new layer is added, allowing students to observe color mixing through overlap and deepen their understanding of shape, transparency, and composition. Additional projects include using the power of the Sun to make a cyanotype print, and explore texture through the rubbing technique. Through experimentation and reflection, students develop printmaking vocabulary, fine motor skills, visual problem-solving, and an understanding of how process and materials influence artistic outcomes.

Baking

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All Ages

Cookies, cakes, and pies oh my! In this class, students will learn how to bake a variety of delectable foods, from scrumptious sugary cookies to savory pizzas! Students will learn to apply their math skills measuring and doubling recipes, the science behind ingredient selection, and express their creative talents while decorating and plating their creations. They can take home their treats to share with their families or gobble them up themselves!

Minecraft Modding

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Ages 7-10

Welcome to the fascinating world of Minecraft, where creativity knows no bounds! In this course, students will delve into the exciting realms of Redstone and Command Blocks, two powerful tools that will elevate their gameplay to new heights. From simple doors that open automatically to intricate redstone contraptions that can perform tasks at the press of a button, the possibilities are virtually limitless. As you embark on this journey, prepare to unlock the secrets of these incredible tools and unleash your imagination in ways you never thought possible!