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Academic & Extracurricular

Camp Heritage Oak
Located in Yorba Linda
Preschool - Middleschool

Heritage Oak Private School offers summer camp for Kindergarten through 8th grade. Campers take part in fun-filled camp days which include field trips, art, science, music, organized sports, games, swimming lessons, and free-swim session. Academic camps are also offered with challenging instruction in mathematics, reading/phonics, writing skills and high school prep.

Child Care Services Summer Camps
Saddleback Valley Unified School District Serving families throughout Orange County

Child Care Services Summer Camps provide children with a fun and exciting camp experience with the affordability families need. Daily crafts, games and special events partnered with two weekly field trips make for an unforgettable summer experience. Our highly committed Child Care professionals look forward to making this an unforgettable summer for your child! (949) 768-0981 x 2 for information.

Weekly tuition includes: Safe, fun environment, daily crafts, games and weekly special event, 2 weekly field trips, 7am -6 pm quality child care, 2 daily snacks & a free summer camp t-shirt. Camps run June throught early September

Fairmont Private Schools
Preschool - 12th grade. Six OC campuses in Anaheim, Anaheim Hills and Tustin

Founded in 1953, Fairmont is the oldest nonsectarian, coeducational private school in Orange County serving over 2,200 students. Our campuses are thriving, culturally diverse communities, where athletics, arts and extracurricular activities supplement academic coursework to help shape the entire student. Fairmont offers summer school and camp, extended day care, after-school academic assistance and reliable bus transportation. Boasting exceptional outcomes on test like the SAT and Stanford 9, Fairmont has set the standard for other OC schools to follow.

Fusion Academy
Grades 6 - 12
Campuses in Huntington Beach & Mission Viejo

Fusion Academy offers personalized, one-to-one learning in a full-time alternative school for students in grades 6-12. Fusion Academy offers a summer program tailored to each student’s needs. Featuring many of the same programs offered during its “traditional” school year—including recording arts, marine biology, graphic design, cultural geography, screen writing and foreign language, among others—the Fusion Academy summer program’s one-to-one approach allows students to schedule classes around vacations, camps and other activities.

iD Tech Camps - Summer Camps in California
Held at UC Irvine, UCLA, UCSB, Cal Lutheran, UCSD, Stanford, and 60+ universities in 27 states.

Love gaming, programming, or filmmaking? Take hobbies further and gain a competitive edge! Ages 7-17 create iPhone apps, programs with C++ or Java, video games, websites, movies, 3D models, robots, and more. Enroll in weeklong, day and overnight programs held at 60+ universities in 27 states including UC Irvine, UCLA, UCSB, USCD, Stanford, Princeton, and others. Small classes (guaranteed max 8:1) are taught by adult-only instructors for personalized instruction. Also 2-week Teen-only programs where ages 13-18 immerse in specialized, pre-college, overnight programs held at UCLA, Stanford, UT Austin, Yale, Princeton, and others: iD Gaming Academy, iD Programming Academy, and iD Visual Arts Academy.

Call 1-888-709-TECH (8324) or visit www.internalDrive.com.

Pegasus Summer Programs: Camp Pegasus and LEAP for Teens PK - 8
Camp Pegasus (Grades PK – 5)
LEAP (Lead. Explore. Achieve at Pegasus) for Teens (Grades 6-8)
Located in Huntington Beach
Pegasus Summer Programs begins June 25, 2012

Pegasus Summer Programs at The Pegasus School in Huntington Beach is proud to offer Camp Pegasus (Grades PK-5) and LEAP for Teens (Grades 6-8). Both camp programs offer unique and exciting classes that foster critical thinking, creativity and collaboration. Campers may choose from three 2-week sessions, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Half-day classes and child care are available. Call or visit us on the web today.

Page Private School
Infant - 8th grade
Campuses in Costa Mesa and Garden Grove

Make a Splash at Page Private School’s summer program. Page summer program has many exciting activities for students including sports, arts and crafts, theme weeks, water activities, computer lab, and field trips for all grade levels. Page provides a summer packed with fun, learning and opportunities for your child to create lifelong memories and learn important skills for the new school year.

Sage Hill School
Located in Newport Coast

In support of its commitment to public purpose and community outreach, Sage Hill School - Orange County’s only independent, non-sectarian college preparatory high school - is opening its campus to the general public for the first time for an expanded Summer Session for students entering grades 9-12. Class offerings will include a variety of academic and arts programs. We are also pleased to offer Lightning All Sports Camp for children ages 6-10. Take advantage of this opportunity to experience the Sage Hill Difference.

St. Catherine's Academy
Located in Anaheim
For boys entering kindergarten - 8th grade

St. Catherine's Summer Enrichment Program offers academic and athletic enrichment for boys entering kindergarten through 8th grade. Students can choose from a variety of courses for morning instruction followed by group activities on and off campus in the afternoon. Day and boarding programs are available.

July 1- July 27, 2012

St. Mary's School
Located in Aliso Viejo

This non-denominational Christian school is an authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) World School. Accreditations include WASC, NAEYC and the NAIS. Their summer school curriculum for Kindergarten through 8th grade is designed to prepare students for their new fall grade while enriching a student's mind with the wonders of science and technology. Children practice the skills and concepts that are vital to their success in the upcoming year.

UCI Gifted Students Summer Program
2 programs - Grades 1-4 & 5-8

The Gifted Students Academy for grades 5-8 is an intensive summer program for gifted middle school students. Participants select courses in each of the major subject areas of math, science, language arts, social studies and the arts. Students may attend as a commuter student or reside on campus in the UCI residence halls. The Gifted Students Network Exploratorium for 1st through 4th graders is an all day innovative program for gifted and talented students. The Exploratorium is an integrated program of art, creative writing, computers, math and science. Sessions begin in June.

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Art & Music Camp

Acting Academy for Kids
Located in San Juan Capistrano

Seeking a fun venue in which your child can create lasting summer memories, become more confident, and grow their repertoire of skills at the same time? Look no further...

Campers are guided through the production of a popular musical theme from start to finish via four daily classes (music, art, acting, and dance) and the culminating event—a Friday showcase on the main stage at Camino Real Playhouse! A child can participate for one week, the entire summer, or anywhere in between! It’s time to watch your star shine!
2012 Camps run June 25 throught August 31

ArtSteps Classes
Mission Viejo & Yorba Linda

At Art Steps, we teach realistic, classical drawing and painting skills to kids ages 4 and up, teens and adults. Students receive hands-on, step-by-step guidance as they walk through lessons in a variety of subject matter and media, from crayons through oil paint, gaining confidence through learning to skillfully render what they see, one step at a time.

Mission: Renaissance
Fine Art Summer Camps

Your child will have a fun, safe and educational summer at Mission: Renaissance. For ages 5 to 12. Providing the perfect balance between learning how to draw and paint, exploring various craft projects and learning about The Great Masters. Well supervised classes with highly trained, caring instructors.

Half and Full-days allow flexible scheduling. Ask about early enrollment, multi-day and sibling discounts. (800) 430-4278
Celebrating over 35 years in Southern California

Orange County Lutheran Youth Band
Located in Orange
Music and Performing Arts Summer Camp

The ORANGE COUNTY LUTHERAN YOUTH BAND (OCLYB) is a Marching Band/Color Guard summer camp program. Any aspiring student currently enrolled in grades 4-8 can apply. Band students need one year experience on their instrument. No prior experience is necessary for Color Guard.

The 3 week summer camp includes participating in two parades - the Festival of Flowers Parade in Lompoc, and the 4th of July Parade in Huntington Beach. The OCLYB also marches in the Rolling Hills Estates Christmas Parade in December.

This year's OCLYB camp runs June 14 - July 4, 2012

The Muckenthaler Cultural Center
Located in Fullerton
Multi-Arts Camp – 2012

The Muckenthaler Cultural Center hosts this very popular Multi-Arts Summer Camp (ages 6–12) which includes ceramics, drawing, painting, photography, animation, dance, theatre, clowning, music, puppetry, and the art of science. Kids will be fully engaged in hands-on projects with visual arts, performing arts, science, and outdoor fitness activities. You will find everything your child will need to fill those summer days with non-stop fun and activities all aligned with state standards for Kindergarten through 8th grade.

Weekly session run from June 18 - August 24, 2012

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Budding Chefs - Culinary Camp

PREP Kitchen Essentials

At PREP's Summer Cooking Camps for Kids, kids make everything from scratch ingredients, classes are 100% hands-on. Kids learn about recipes, ingredients, food and kitchen safety, knife skills, healthy eating and teamwork, while having fun! PREP's Summer Cooking Camps are the coolest camps in town.

Young Chefs® Academy
Camp Can-I-Cook?

Located in Irvine

Camp Can-I-Cook is ready for another amazing year! This year our theme is 'Camp Adventure' and each week will offer 16-20 new and exciting recipes prepared from scratch by our campers! From favorites like Cool Treats, Baking at its Best, and Discovering Italian to NEW camps such as Chocolate week, and Celebrity Chefs! Don't miss out on all the fun! Serving Ages 4 to 14 in age appropriate groups.

Space is limited - Call Today 949.679.8390, or visit our website for Enrollment!

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Cheer Camp

Camp James - Cheer Camp
Located in Newport Beach

Grab your pom poms and Pump up the Jam! Camp James offers a full day cheer camp that emphasizes fun and friendship for ages 4-13.

2012 information coming!
(949) 585-0464

Renaissance ClubSport Cheer Camp
Located in Aliso Viejo
2012 information coming

Cheer, dance, jump and tumble! Learn basic stunts, fun choreography and unique cheers from our experienced, qualified instructors. In addition, students will be taught basic to advanced tumbling from former competitive gymnast and USA Gymnastic Coach, Corrie Baer. Don't let your rising star miss out on this opportunity to improve their skills, while having fun and making new friends! On Fridays at 3:00pm, we perform what was learned that week! Parents are welcome to attend! Please bring a snack and water bottle, and wear appropriate athletic attire and shoes.

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Camp for Girls

Girl Power Symposium
Located in Silverado
For 7th - 9th Grade Girls
2012 dates coming

Girl Power Symposium (GPS) is a three-day summer experience committed to providing incoming 7th-9th graders with the skills and confidence to make positive life choices as they prepare for the next chapter in their story. Held at the beautiful Rancho Las Lomas resort, GPS will provide girls meaningful opportunities to gain more in-depth knowledge in areas of strong interest to them including increasing self-esteem and confidence, building leadership skills and developing positive relationships.

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Communication & Personal Development

Dale Carnegie© Training

Today, the world is more complex, competitive and demanding then ever before. The Dale Carnegie Teen Leadership & Communications Course is designed to help your teenager; build greater self-confidence, communicate effectively, strengthen people skills, develop leadership skills, as well as manage stress & peer pressure more effectively. This College Accredited Course gives teenagers the skills needed to reach their goals and live up to their full potential at school, home and future careers.

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Dance & Theater Camps

Acting Academy for Kids
Located in San Juan Capistrano

Seeking a fun venue in which your child can create lasting summer memories, become more confident, and grow their repertoire of skills at the same time? Look no further...

Campers are guided through the production of a popular musical theme from start to finish via four daily classes (music, art, acting, and dance) and the culminating event—a Friday showcase on the main stage at Camino Real Playhouse! A child can participate for one week, the entire summer, or anywhere in between! It’s time to watch your star shine!
2012 Camps run June 25 throught August 31

Arts & Learning Conservatory
Located in Costa Mesa

Join the fun! One week to two week half-day summer camps. Choose from Little Mermaid, Lion King, Star Wars, Grease, Wicked, and more! Click on link above to learn more and to register! Each Exploratory Theater and Theater Production camp ends in a full performance with make-up, costumes, and backdrops. Classes may include choreography, learning musical numbers, craft activities, and of course, learning life skills through the arts. Sign up for a summer camp today! The Arts & Learning Conservatory makes hands-on experiences in the arts accessible to all children, regardless of race, age, income or level of experience.

June 25 - August 7, 2012

The Center Stage Studio
Located in Aliso Viejo

Voted “Best Musical Theater Camp” (Fox LA.com) featuring a new show each week including “Mary Popins”, “A Little Mermaid”, “Alice in Wonderland” & more! Ages 7 – 12. Friday’s are special! Pizza party and autograph session with new friends and SHOW for friends and family! Many discounts available including Police, Fire, Armed Forces and Siblings! Hurry, we have a waiting list by June!

Visit our website to sign up and learn more about the summer fun at Theater Adventure Camp at CSS!

Dance 4 Joy Ministries
Located in Costa Mesa

Join us in praising the Lord with dance in our dance camps! We offer professional instruction in tap, ballet, hip hop, and creative expression while incorporating prayer and scripture for a fun filled week.

July 25-20 & August 13-17, 2012
Age 3-young adult

Performer’s Academy
Located in Laguna Hills

All-day summer camp starting with early morning drop off at 8:30 am with breakfast. Then the fun begins!

All Day Camp Includes:
Musical Theatre Summer Camp
- Campers will learn, cast, block and perform a musical in just one week, plus learn the songs and choreography! Friday is a special day at The Performer's Academy. It's Performance Day for Family and Friends!

INFORMATION:
949-609-1600 Early enrollment is recommended.

South Coast Repertory's Summer Theatre Workshop
Located in Costa Mesa

A two-week program for new students that allows children and teens to unlock their creative imaginations. Join a faculty of enthusiastic teachers as together they explore voice, movement, creative dramatics, play-making, and character development. Build self-esteem and confidence as part of SCR's exciting summer program.

This is an excellent opportunity to explore the dramatic arts!

714-708-5577

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Discovery, Outdoor & Adventure

Camp Gilligan
Located in Fullerton
Ages 7 - 12
, 9am to 4pm

Camp Gilligan exists to provide the opportunity for children to experience great fun, develop fantastic friendships and be challenged to learn new skills in a safe and positive environment. Activities include Wacky Olympics; Arts and Crafts; Swimming; Multiple Sports; Creative Games such as broom hockey and 4 way tug of war; singing and much more; All activities are created for FUN, LAUGHTER and ENJOYMENT - in a non-threatening environment. Our desire is to help campers understand and develop character qualities and to grow in self-worth and self-confidence. We are also committed to sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We allow early drop and late pickup and special rates for lower income families.

Camp Gilligan runs June through August

Camp James
Located in Newport Beach
Ages 4 - 13

Camp James offers parents ACA Accreditation, flexibility and children ages 4-13 a chance to experience a wide array of outdoor activities including: canoes, archery, dance, nature study, go karts, climbing wall, crafts, fishing, mini golf, karate, challenge course, music, drama, Wild Rivers daily for our traditional camp. Families can choose 5, 4, 3, or 2 days per week to attend camp. Our full day program offers extended hours, lunch, and enrichment programs. We have been creating magical summers for children since 1985.

Call us at (949) 585-0464 or visit our website for a brochure.

Camp Discovery at Discovery Science Center
Located in Santa Ana

Have a curious young explorer, future veterinarian or aspiring zoologist who seeks out the wilder side of science? Discovery Science Center offers a variety of hands-on, highly interactive summer science camps for ages 5-10. Our week-long, day camps are offered at the Santa Ana Zoo and San Joaquin Marsh in Irvine.

Camp Discovery staff members are carefully selected for their sensitivity to the individual needs of their campers. They also have a thorough knowledge of the science concepts they teach and proven track records of working well with children. All camp instructors undergo background checks and are CPR and First Aid Certified.

Journeys to the Past
Three great camp locations: Crystal Cove, Zoomars & Mission San Juan Capistrano.

Journeys to the Past is offering week long day camps at three different locations. Animal and art camp with Jacque Nunez and her great staff will bring you a fun week learning about animals all around us at Zoomars in San Juan Capistrano. Close by, they also have a camp at Mission San Juan Capistrano that celebrates culture, diversity, and California’s heritage. Or you can join them at the Pelican Point of Crystal Cove for a week. Take a trip down to the beach daily, meet new friends and learn about the indigenous Native American people and their ways.

Camps run from June through August. Click link above for dates on website.

Inside the Outdoors
Three great locations: Rancho Soñado (Silverado, CA), Shipley Nature Center (Huntington Beach, CA) and Irvine Regional Park (Orange, CA)

Enjoy week long adventures in and about the great outdoors! Editors Choice Award: Favorite Day Camp - OC Parenting Magazine 2008. Kids will enjoy hiking, games, crafts, songs, animals, and friends! Five great themes this summer. Ages 6-11. Camp hours: 9 am - 2 pm, Mon-Fri. $195 per camper per week. After care 2 pm-4 pm - Mon-Fri. $65 per camper per week.

June 25 - June 30, 2012 - Camp Rock!
July 9 - July 13, 2012 - Camp Rock!
July 16 - July 20, 2012 - Camping 101!
July 23 - July 27, 2012 - Nature Scene Investigators!
July 30 - August 3, 2012 - Wet and Wild!
August 6 - August 10, 2012 - Ready, Set, Hike!

Visit their website by clicking link above or call (714) 708-3885 for more information!

Pacific Marine Mammal Center
Located in Laguna Beach

Dive into the fascinating world of flippers, fins and flukes at a working hospital for marine mammals! Campers learn how to take care of our seal and sea lion patients - from rescue all the way to release. We'll explore marine biology, watch animal rehabilitation in action, create ocean art and make seal smoothies! Proceeds from camp go towards the care of our animals. Ages 8-12. See web site for dates and prices.

Renaissance ClubSport Kids Camps
Located in Aliso Viejo
2012 information coming

Need a place to bring your kids during summer break? We have your solution! Our awesome counselors will lead the campers in themed arts and crafts, science projects, games, sports activities and more, with an extra fun Friday each week! Then we'll end the day playing and splashing in the pool. So, don't forget your sunscreen and swimsuit! Register by Friday, June 17, and receive a FREE RCS Summer Fun Camp T-shirt!

Kinder Camp (ages 3-5) is also available for preschoolers. Please click on link above for details.

Starr Ranch Sanctuary
Located in Trabuco Canyon
For ages 8 - 13

During our summer camps (June-July) kids join the Starr Ranch scientific team to experience how biologists study wild animals and their habitats. Kids discover how much fun wildlife research can be as we gradually take them through the scientific process during three progressive week-long sessions. SRJB I kids explore native ecosystems and have fun with some of the techniques scientists use to study wildlife. In SRJB II, children participate in simulations of ecological research on animals and habitats as they identify simple research questions, learn techniques for answering questions, and collect data. SRJB III is an advanced program offered for older children ages 10 - 13, who camp at the Ranch and do a week long study of the animals and ecosystems introduced in SRJB II.
Make reservations online, or call 949-858-0131. For more information see our website or call 949-858-0309

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Equestrian / Horseback Riding Camps

Blue Ribbon Saddle Club
Newport Beach

Welcome to our comfortable and fun, family-oriented stables. We offer programs and lessons for all levels and ages on our full range of sweet ponies and schooled horses. Progress quickly with our skillful and kind instructors. Learn the aspects of horse care and management as you develop skill and confidence in the saddle.
English-Western-Dressage Private and Group Lessons
7 days a week Trail Rides in Newport Back Bay or Trailer Out
Summer & School Holiday Day Camps 9-1 pm
Shows Including: Orange County Interscholastic League
“Special Needs” Riding Lessons
Birthday Parties with lots of Riding, Crafts, Favors

Bridges Training Stable
Located in San Juan Capistrano
Horses, Riding, Games, Crafts and LOTS of Horsing Around!

Experience the wonderful world of horses through Bridges Training Stable Equestrian Training Center! We are a full spectrum riding school and training facility dedicated to the complete education of Rider and Horse. With a professional staff of 4 instructors, 3 trainers and 24 school horses, we are ready to help you set your goals and see you through! Our camp is available for beginner and intermediate riders.

26282 Oso Road
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

Fallon Riding Center
San Juan Capistrano

Carol Fallon Riding Center will be enjoying their 18th year of Horse Camps. These 4-day camps are small groups of 4-6 campers, ages 5-14 and offered for multiple weeks during school summer vacation. These equestrian camps provide a fun, hands-on experience with horses and riding in a small group environment, supervised by highly qualified instructors on well-trained, gentle horses in a professional environment. Learn all about horse and horseback riding, with lessons in horse care and safety, grooming, tacking up and riding plus more fun activities.

Fun With Horses
Anaheim

Offering individual lessons for the serious rider, Fun with Horses is a recreational riding program offering unique programs for the general public and private sector. They introduce the horse world through basic hands-on fun and teach respect for the horse through basic skills such as haltering, leading, grooming, saddling and basic riding. Summer Program offered consists of two half day classes per week for ages 5-12 years.

949-285 5286

Ivy Gate Farm
Located in San Juan Capistrano

An elite hunter jumper training facility dedicated to the goal-oriented rider. Specializing in hunters, jumpers, equitation and sales; Ivy Gate offers a full range of training services catering to all levels from beginner to advanced, competing at shows or riding for pleasure. Devoted to ensuring each and every rider at Ivy Gate accomplishes their personal goals through creating a focused, yet relaxed training environment. Summer Camp sessions include instruction in walking, trotting, cantering, basic horsemanship/incl. grooming & begin/improve on jumping skills.

28411 San Juan Creek Road
San Juan Capistrano, 92675

Sabo Eventing
Costa Mesa

Sabo Eventing and Newport Mesa Riding Center is your location for excellence in horsemanship. With over 30 years of experience from the beginner through the Olympic level we provide a professional and well organized environment. Both summer and winter and spring camps are available and are an excellent way to introduce the younger rider to horses. And yes, we do have wonderful horses available so our riders start knowing their horse is exactly the partner they need. Education is our primary concern and we strive to bring our riders the most complete experience possible.

905 Arlington Ave., Costa Mesa, Ca
949-244-8615

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Foreign Language Camps

LangoKids Irvine
Hola, Bonjour, Ni Hao! Welcome to LangoKids Irvine!

Camp Lango Irvine is for kids ages 4-12 years old and it's an immersion summer camp designed to give children a unique summer experience. They'll get to spend their summer- time having fun, acquiring a second or third language, and taking pretend trips to different destinations of Latin America, France, or China. Without the hassle of lost luggage, we are able to "visit" these places and learn about their traditions, recreation, and cuisine. Each week ends with a celebration for parents, family, and friends. Extended care in the morning and afternoon is available for FREE.

Weekly mommy/parent and me, preschool, elementary, and advanced classes also available. Irvine (714) 864-4680

Language Door
Located in Irvine
The Summer Camp Programs run July 9 - August 30, 2012

Language Door Orange County is offering a Language Summer Camp for Kids with Arabic, Spanish, French, Farsi, Italian, German, Korean, English (ESL), Japanese and Chinese. Their foreing language camps make learning a language fun, and give kids the opportunity to learn a language from a native speaker, and practice with their peers. This summer, Language Door is excited to offer for the first time an intensive summer camp, which pairs daily instruction with fun activities. Choose between 8 week, 4 week or 1 week programs.

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Leadership Camp

Pegasus Summer Programs: Camp Pegasus and LEAP for Teens PK - 8
Camp Pegasus (Grades PK – 5)
LEAP (Lead. Explore. Achieve at Pegasus) for Teens (Grades 6-8)
Located in Huntington Beach
Pegasus Summer Programs begins June 25, 2012

Pegasus Summer Programs at The Pegasus School in Huntington Beach is proud to offer Camp Pegasus (Grades PK-5) and LEAP for Teens (Grades 6-8). Both camp programs offer unique and exciting classes that foster critical thinking, creativity and collaboration. Campers may choose from three 2-week sessions, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Half-day classes and child care are available. Call or visit us on the web today.

St. Catherine's Academy Leadership Camp
Boys age 10-16
Departs from St. Catherine's campus in Anaheim to Camp San Luis Obispo

St. Catherine's Leadership Camp is a fun, educational program, which introduces young men, ages 10-16, to leadership techniques and team-building skills at Camp San Luis Obispo. Activities include obstacle courses, land navigation training, leadership reaction courses, formation physical training, confidence courses, leadership lectures and discussions, terrain association, and lots of FUN!

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Making Movies

IncrediFlix
Make visions come true by movie making where campers act, write, direct, and more!

IncrediFlix is dedicated to creating fun and safe camps for students interested in making movies. We aid children in building confidence and learning to express themselves in an artistic way that brings imagination and creativity to life. Many different programs to choose from!

After camp sessions end, students receive their movie on DVD to enjoy their experience for a lifetime.

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Marching Band & Color Guard Camps

Orange County Lutheran Youth Band
Located in Orange

The ORANGE COUNTY LUTHERAN YOUTH BAND (OCLYB) is a Marching Band/Color Guard summer camp program. Any aspiring student currently enrolled in grades 4-8 can apply. Band students need one year experience on their instrument. No prior experience is necessary for Color Guard.

The 3 week summer camp includes participating in two parades - the Festival of Flowers Parade in Lompoc, and the 4th of July Parade in Huntington Beach. The OCLYB also marches in the Rolling Hills Estates Christmas Parade in December.

This year's OCLYB camp runs June 14 - July 4, 2012

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Multimedia / Technology Camps

iD Tech Camps - Summer Camps in California
Held at UC Irvine, UCLA, UCSB, Cal Lutheran, UCSD, Stanford, and 60+ universities in 27 states.

Love gaming, programming, or filmmaking? Take hobbies further and gain a competitive edge! Ages 7-17 create iPhone apps, programs with C++ or Java, video games, websites, movies, 3D models, robots, and more. Enroll in weeklong, day and overnight programs held at 60+ universities in 27 states including UC Irvine, UCLA, UCSB, USCD, Stanford, Princeton, and others. Small classes (guaranteed max 8:1) are taught by adult-only instructors for personalized instruction. Also 2-week Teen-only programs where ages 13-18 immerse in specialized, pre-college, overnight programs held at UCLA, Stanford, UT Austin, Yale, Princeton, and others: iD Gaming Academy, iD Programming Academy, and iD Visual Arts Academy.

Call 1-888-709-TECH (8324) or visit www.internalDrive.com.

iD Tech Camps - Academies for Teens – Gaming, Programming & Visual Arts
Create Video Games, Websites, Held at UCLA, Stanford, Princeton, and others.

Prove interests are more than hobbies and learn different aspects of iPhone App Development, Video Game Creation, Robotics Engineering and Coding, Java Programming, Filmmaking, Photography, and more. Teens ages 13-18 immerse in 2-week, pre-college programs where they can interact with industry professionals and discover potential careers. iD Gaming Academy, iD Programming Academy, and iD Visual Arts Academy are held at UCLA, Stanford, Yale, UT Austin, and other universities. Also weeklong day and overnight summer programs at iD Tech Camps.

Call 1-888-709-TECH (8324) or visit www.iDTeenAcademies.com.

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Sports Camps

Camp Gilligan
Located in Fullerton
Ages 7 - 12
, 9am to 4pm

Camp Gilligan exists to provide the opportunity for children to experience great fun, develop fantastic friendships and be challenged to learn new skills in a safe and positive environment. Some of the sports ctivities include Wacky Olympics, swimming, basketball, soccer, broom hockey, gymnastics, volleyball, softball, frisbee, hiking and 4 way tug of war. All activities are created for FUN, LAUGHTER and ENJOYMENT - in a non-threatening environment.

Camp Gilligan runs June through August

Camp James
Located in Newport Beach
Superstar Soccer Camp

Skills, drills, and thrills are the goal of this spirited soccer camp. Join our wacky and fun coaches to develop your own skills and make new friends on and off the field. Swim daily at Wild Rivers and participate in traditional camp activities too! For ages 6-13

(949) 585-0464

Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching
Kids Fishing Camp in Dana Point

Dana Wharf Sportfishing will have our annual summer camp in July. Your child will experience local fishing on a private boat each day. Our experienced crew along with an instructor will teach your child the fundamentals of fishing or give new pointers to those already familiar with the sport. This trip includes; fishing equipment, lunch & drinks, fishing instruction and a kids raffle at the end of the clinic.

Etnies Skate Park Summer Skate Camp
Located in Lake Forest

With over 500 participants successfully completing skate camp at the Etnies Skatepark of Lake Forest since we opened in 2003, our skate camp programming has grown into one of the most successful skate camp programs offered through city programming. Each day of camp will consist of detailed instruction, camp activities, skateboard movies, games, and a lunch break. Specific clinics covering the basics of ollies, kick flips, rails, boxes, and ramp skateboarding will be held by experienced Skatepark staff. Each week campers will also receive a DVD of the week's highlights produced by the Skatepark staff along with an introduction to skateboard videography. All proceeds go directly to keeping the park free.

Fee: $195 per person Limited to 10 per session/Ages (5-16)
For more information please call the park at 949-916-5870

Montessori in Motion Sports Camp 2012
LePort Schools in Huntington Beach & Irvine
Ages 18-months - 10 years | Morning, afternoon or full days | weekly | June 25 - August 24

Let your 3-9 year-old discover the great world of sports. Every two weeks, your child will experience a new sport, from golf to baseball, from kickball to soccer. Your child will learn the basic rules of the sport, try it out for herself, and learn the sport's vocabulary. Watch as your child uses terms such as "hitting a home run" or "three-pointer": she'll not only have fun at camp - she may well be primed to enjoy your favorite sport with you as you watch or attend a game with her! Your child will also make new friends while enjoying a wide range of arts and crafts activities, with enthusiastic teachers and an exciting new theme every two weeks.

Newport Landing Sportfishing
Day Camp located in Balboa

Summer afternoon ½ day fishing trips offer complete instruction on techniques for deep sea fishing followed by 3 hours of fishing on our 72 foot fishing boat along the coasts of Laguna Beach, Newport Beach, and Huntington Beach. Barracuda, sand bass, calico bass, halibut, and many more provide lots of fishing action to test skills learned earlier that day. Ages 7 -12. Parental supervision is optional. Rental gear and everything needed for our fishing trips is available. $33 for our 5 hour fishing trips. Full day trips also available. May kids come out weekly with us. A great experience that opens up a whole new world for many, that of the ocean, marine life, and the nautical experience

309 Palm - Suite A, Balboa CA

St. Mary's School
Located in Aliso Viejo

This nondenominational Christian school is an authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) World School. Accreditations include WASC, NAEYC and the NAIS. Its preschool and junior kindergarten programs concentrate on building social, emotional, physical, cognitive and spiritual growth. Their summer sports camp is for children entering grades 5 - 8 and includes boys’ basketball, boys’ flag football and girls’ volleyball.

Tae Kwon Do Jang
Located in San Juan Capistrano

Tae Kwon Do Jang is one of the most outstanding and fastest growing Tae Kwon Do schools in Orange County. Located in San Juan Capistrano, the school is owned and operated by international medallist, Master Sergio Cardenas. Master Cardenas offers to his students more than 17 years experience in the martial arts.

Their summer camp is available for children 5-12 years old. Their unique program will help your child build confidence, learn self-defense, respect, increase concentration, develop discipline and a 'yes I can' attitude. In addition to Martial Arts classes, kids learn arts and crafts, read stories, play games and learn manners. It is a complete character development program. All this in a safe and fun environment with professional Black Belt instructors.

Team 13
Located in Irvine
Youth Speed/Agility Camps

Team 13 Speed/Agility camps are designed from beginners (age 6), held in Irvine and will be given from Collegiate athletes. The program's unique combination of skills, fundamental development combined with speed, agility & quickness makes it the most complete training camp operating in Southern California. Please contact 949-500-1328 for more information and schedule your free evaluation.

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Surf Camps

Soul Surfing School
Located in Laguna Beach

The Soul Adventure Club, Laguna Beach is an action packed week of activities that all kids will love including surfing, skimboarding, body boarding, skateboarding, visits to the local surf shops, a local surf board shaper, a local wilderness hike, etc. The club will be facilitated and supervised by their professional staff who will provide all levels of instruction in a safe and super fun format. Available to ages 6 - 14

Walking on Water Surf Camp
La Jolla

La Jolla Surf Camp presenting a unique opportunity to enjoy the awesome sport of surfing in a fun and fulfilling Christian environment. Walking on Water has been running overnight surf camps in San Diego since the summer of 1995. Their camps are open for male and female students between the ages of 11-14 and 15-18.

A typical day at Walking on Water Surf Camp includes the following: breakfast in cafeteria, morning Bible study, bus ride to the beach, surfing, lunch at the beach, more surfing, bus ride back to campus, rest time, dinner, small group time with counselor, recreational activities, nightly singing and guest speaker, hang out time, and bed time.

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Summer Camp in Preschool

Fulbright Montessori Academy
Serving Foothill Ranch, Lake Forest, Irvine, and surrounding areas.

At Fulbright Montessori, they are committed to the education of the heart and mind of their children in an atmosphere of kindness, respect and intellectual discovery! Fulbright Montessori is a beautiful, must-see facility with a private and convenient location off of Bake Parkway in the Pacific Commercentre Business Park area. Fulbright Montessori offers a highly educated and caring staff, potty training, keyed entry, summer camp, extended care, Spanish, music, art, computers and much more!!!

Marina View Preschool and Kindergarten
Located in Laguna Niguel

Providing a Safe Environment for Children to Learn and Have Fun. Offering full and half day programs. Marina View's teachers are degreed teachers not baby-sitters. Their year round school with summer camp features computer lab, foreign languages, art music and movement, phonics and reading, math, science, geography, gymnastics and dance. Also provides potty training.

Mission Montessori
Located in Mission Viejo

Mission Montessori is gearing up for a fun and fabulous summer! We offer Summer Camp for our currently enrolled students as well as preschool through elementary students from mid-June through the end of August. We offer academic enrichment activities to help students stay stimulated for the summer and/or help them prepare for the next school year. We also have many opportunities for water play, cooking, puppet shows, face painting, and creative art. Visit our website for an entire summer schedule. We are located in Mission Viejo across from Mission Hospital and very convenient to the community of Ladera Ranch.

Montessori in Motion Preschool Camp 2012
LePort Schools in Huntington Beach & Irvine. Ages 18-months - 10 years | Morning, afternoon or full days | weekly | June 25 - August 24

Deciding on a preschool or elementary program for your child? Does your current day care or school offer the enriched environment he needs to make the most of his early years, prepare for Kindergarten, or excel in elementary school? Try Montessori summer camp! Your child will explore our classrooms, and learn from expert Montessori teachers. Toddlers will gain independence. Younger preschoolers will have fun with a wide range of educational activities and exploring their senses with our Sensorial materials. Older children will discover the joy of learning language and math skills with sandpaper letters and numbers and a wide variety of manipulatives.

Orange Tree Christian Preschool
Located in Lake Forest

At Orange Tree Christian Preschool, their goal is to nurture young children in the love of Jesus Christ and to provide each child with a positive introduction to formal education. With a belief that a child’s first school experience is important since it lays the foundation for all future educational experiences, Orange Tree provides an encouraging atmosphere conducive to individual growth and development.

Saddleback Children's Center
Located in Rancho Santa Margarita

Saddleback Children’s Center (SCC) is a part of Community Lutheran Church. They offer many summer camp programs for preschool aged children including Camping Fun and Wildlife, Ocean Life Camp, Cultural Camp, Vacation Bible School and many day camp specials.

Camps begin in June. See website for details.

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Summer Camps for Teens

Camp James
Located in Newport Beach
Wacky Waters Wild Rivers Camp

If you love Wild Rivers, this is the camp for you. Five full days of waterslides and getting wet. Our staff help you get a behind the scenes tour of Wild Rivers, master Surf Hill, Congo Rapids, learn water safety tips, make friends with other "fish" and enjoy some traditional camp activities too! For ages 8-13.

(949) 585-0464

Child Care Services Summer Camps
Ages Served: entering 7th through 8th Grade
June 25 - August 24, 2012

Child Care Services Teen Camp provides teens with a fun and safe environment to spend their summer days. Age appropriate activities, crafts, games and special events combined with three to four weekly field trips make for a summer your teen will not forget. Our talented Teen Camp staff looks forward to helping your teen create new friendships and lasting memories!

Weekly tuition includes: Safe, fun environment, daily crafts, games and weekly special event, 3-4 weekly field trips, 7am -6 PM quality child care, 2 daily snacks and a free Summer Camp T-shirt.

The Crossing Church - Beach Camps for Teens

High School Ventura Beach camp includes camping on the beach and spending the week thrift store shopping, surfing, skating, chilling, having bonfires, and growing in God all at the same time.

Camp dates 2012 information coming!

Dale Carnegie© Training

Today, the world is more complex, competitive and demanding then ever before. The Dale Carnegie Teen Leadership & Communications Course is designed to help your teenager; build greater self-confidence, communicate effectively, strengthen people skills, develop leadership skills, as well as manage stress & peer pressure more effectively. This College Accredited Course gives teenagers the skills needed to reach their goals and live up to their full potential at school, home and future careers.

Girl Power Symposium
Located in Silverado
For 7th - 9th Grade Girls

Girl Power Symposium (GPS) is a three-day summer experience committed to providing incoming 7th-9th graders with the skills and confidence to make positive life choices as they prepare for the next chapter in their story. Held at the beautiful Rancho Las Lomas resort, GPS will provide girls meaningful opportunities to gain more in-depth knowledge in areas of strong interest to them including increasing self-esteem and confidence, building leadership skills and developing positive relationships.

iD Tech Camps - Summer Camps in California
Held at UC Irvine, UCLA, UCSB, Cal Lutheran, UCSD, Stanford, and 60+ universities in 27 states.

Love gaming, programming, or filmmaking? Take hobbies further and gain a competitive edge! Ages 7-17 create iPhone apps, programs with C++ or Java, video games, websites, movies, 3D models, robots, and more. Enroll in weeklong, day and overnight programs held at 60+ universities in 27 states including UC Irvine, UCLA, UCSB, USCD, Stanford, Princeton, and others. Small classes (guaranteed max 8:1) are taught by adult-only instructors for personalized instruction. Also 2-week Teen-only programs where ages 13-18 immerse in specialized, pre-college, overnight programs held at UCLA, Stanford, UT Austin, Yale, Princeton, and others: iD Gaming Academy, iD Programming Academy, and iD Visual Arts Academy.

Call 1-888-709-TECH (8324) or visit www.internalDrive.com.

iD Tech Camps - Academies for Teens – Gaming, Programming & Visual Arts
Create Video Games, Websites, Held at UCLA, Stanford, Princeton, and others.

Prove interests are more than hobbies and learn different aspects of iPhone App Development, Video Game Creation, Robotics Engineering and Coding, Java Programming, Filmmaking, Photography, and more. Teens ages 13-18 immerse in 2-week, pre-college programs where they can interact with industry professionals and discover potential careers. iD Gaming Academy, iD Programming Academy, and iD Visual Arts Academy are held at UCLA, Stanford, Yale, UT Austin, and other universities. Also weeklong day and overnight summer programs at iD Tech Camps.

Call 1-888-709-TECH (8324) or visit www.iDTeenAcademies.com.

IncrediFlix
Make visions come true by movie making where campers act, write, direct, and more!

IncrediFlix is dedicated to creating fun and safe camps for students interested in making movies. The Advanced Teen Flix camp is developed for those who want to learn to make their own movies. Teens will work in groups to create their movies, with advanced instruction from our instructors to guide them along the way.

After camp sessions end, students receive their movie on DVD to enjoy their experience for a lifetime.

Mission Viejo Christian Church Kids Club
6th-8th grade

Kids Club is a ministry of Mission Viejo Christian Church offering quality summer camps and after school care. Their summer camp runs from June 28 through September 2 with programs for 6th-8th graders. They offer different camp themes and excursions every day and with a focus on fun, learning and physically activity in a supportive Christian environment!

Pegasus Summer Programs: Camp Pegasus and LEAP for Teens PK - 8
Camp Pegasus (Grades PK – 5)
LEAP (Lead. Explore. Achieve at Pegasus) for Teens (Grades 6-8)
Located in Huntington Beach
Pegasus Summer Programs begins June 25, 2012

Pegasus Summer Programs at The Pegasus School in Huntington Beach is proud to offer Camp Pegasus (Grades PK-5) and LEAP for Teens (Grades 6-8). Both camp programs offer unique and exciting classes that foster critical thinking, creativity and collaboration. Campers may choose from three 2-week sessions, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Half-day classes and child care are available. Call or visit us on the web today.

Young Chefs® Academy
Camp Can-I-Cook?

Located in Irvine

Camp Can-I-Cook is ready for another amazing year! This year our theme is 'Camp Adventure' and each week will offer 16-20 new and exciting recipes prepared from scratch by our campers! From favorites like Cool Treats, Baking at its Best, and Discovering Italian to NEW camps such as Chocolate week, and Celebrity Chefs! Don't miss out on all the fun! Serving Ages 4 to 14 in age appropriate groups.

Space is limited - Call Today 949.679.8390, or visit our website for Enrollment!

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Traditional Day Camps

Camp Gilligan
Located in Fullerton
Ages 7 - 12
, 9am to 4pm

Camp Gilligan exists to provide the opportunity for children to experience great fun, develop fantastic friendships and be challenged to learn new skills in a safe and positive environment. Activities include Wacky Olympics; Arts and Crafts; Swimming; Multiple Sports; Creative Games such as broom hockey and 4 way tug of war; singing and much more; All activities are created for FUN, LAUGHTER and ENJOYMENT - in a non-threatening environment. Our desire is to help campers understand and develop character qualities and to grow in self-worth and self-confidence. We are also committed to sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We allow early drop and late pickup and special rates for lower income families.

Camp Gilligan runs June through August

Camp James
Located in Newport Beach
Ages 4 - 13

Camp James offers parents ACA Accreditation, flexibility and children ages 4-13 a chance to experience a wide array of outdoor activities including: canoes, archery, dance, nature study, go karts, climbing wall, crafts, fishing, mini golf, karate, challenge course, music, drama, Wild Rivers daily for our traditional camp. Families can choose 5, 4, 3, or 2 days per week to attend camp. Our full day program offers extended hours, lunch, and enrichment programs.

2012 Open House Dates: April 22nd, May 12th, June 2nd and June 13th. Visit our private 25 acre scenic park. We have been creating magical summers for children since 1985.

Call us at (949) 585-0464 or visit our website for a brochure.

Mission Viejo Christian Church Kids Club
Located in Mission Viejo
For ages 5-14

Kids Club is a ministry of Mission Viejo Christian Church offering quality summer camps and after school care. Their summer camp runs from June through September with different programs for K-5th grade and 6th-8th graders. They offer different camp themes and excursions every week and with a focus on fun, learning and physically activity in a supportive Christian environment!

YMCA of Orange County
Summer Day Camp

Join us for Summer Day Camp at the YMCA, right on campus in over 30 locations throughout Orange County! Your child will discover new interests, gain independence, and make lasting friendships- all while having fun in a safe and structured environment. Our program is licensed and open every day from 6:45am to 6:00pm, providing convenient, safe, and affordable summer fun!

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Vacation Bible School

The Crossing Church Kids Camp - Costa Mesa
2012 info coming!

This Summer, join us as we "Shake it Up" in The Crossing's Kids Kamp. Kids Kamp is for kids at The Crossing and for new kids that don't go to The Crossing. We encourage all kids to bring a friend to Kids Kamp.

Cost is $5 per child for the week for kids entering 1st-5th grade. Online registration available.

Temple Baptist Church - Fullerton
July 23-27, 2012
6 to 9 PM

Plan now to attend our Summer Vacation Bible School the week of July 23-27 from 6 to 9 PM.

This year's VBS will be OPERATION OVERBOARD, and will feature crafts, games, snacks, and prizes. Invite your whole neighborhood. It's totally free!

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Fitness Camps

Outdoor Fitness Adventure Club
San Clemente

Fitness club for those who love being outdoors! Join their 6 week Fit Challenge - one low fee includes body composition, total weight, girth measurements, goal setting, nutrition guidelines, caloric recommendations and weekly accountability classes. Their expert instructors assist you with your personal fitness goals by offering professional, motivating and safe outdoor fitness classes.

Their South Orange County Classes include 948 square miles of Boot Camp, Hiking, Nordic Walking, Personal Training, Pilates, Yoga and more.

Total Training by Tammy
Classes in Irvine and Huntington Beach

Total Training by Tammy's Fitness Boot Camp classes are an ideal way to get an amazing workout, in two beautiful Orange County settings, at an affordable price. Their Boot Camp is perfect for anybody looking to lose weight, gain lean muscle, or tone up. Classes are 60-minutes in length and consist of a mixture of cardio, strength training, circuit training, and FUN.

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