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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.

2011 Camp starts June 13th.

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 Fun!
Located at UC Irvine, UCLA, Cal Lutheran, UCSD and 60 Universities in the U.S. & Canada

SUMMER FUN AT THE WORLD’S #1 TECH CAMP! Over 120,000 kids and teens have created video games, iPhone apps, websites, movies, C++ and Java programs, robots, 3D animations, movies, digital photos and more. Enroll in these fun and challenging, weeklong, day and residential summer camps held at 60 universities nationwide. Also, special 2-week Teen programs: iD Gaming Academy, iD Programming Academy and iD Visual Arts Academy at select universities. Surf & Tech programs held at UCSD. Free year-round learning with iD 365!

Call 1-888-709-TECH (8324) or visit www.internalDrive.com. Save with code WD992.

O.C. Water Camp
Located in Fountain Valley
For students entering grades 8 and 9 in the Fall

Educational summer camp that teaches kids all about water and the environment. At Water Camp, students will participate in fun, hands-on activities such as ocean water sampling and testing, environmental crime solving, and water facility tours. Students will get wet and have fun while learning about our most important natural resource – water.

Please check back for 2011 camp information.

Camp Pegasus and Middle School Leadership Camp PK - 8 The Pegasus School
Preschool through 8th Grade
Located in Huntington Beach
Camp Pegasus begins June 27, 2011

Camp Pegasus at The Pegasus School is proud to introduce the NEW Middle School Leadership Camp for students entering grades 5-8, beginning June 27: Lego Robotics, Summer Shakespeare Theater, Pegasus Global Youth Summit and Film and Television Production Studio. These exciting programs foster critical thinking, creativity and collaboration. In its 32nd year, the popular Camp Pegasus for ages 4-13 also offers unique and fun classes, beginning June 27. 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 5 - July 29, 2011

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

Are you looking for the perfect place for your child to create lasting summer memories? Are you seeking a venue in which your child can become more confident while growing their repertoire of skills at the same time? Look no further… Campers are guided through a full theater-immersion experience via daily classes (acting, music, dance, and art), and at the end of the week, the culminating event will be a performance for parents, family, and friends. Every student will perform in their very own production based on a popular Broadway musical or musical theme 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!

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

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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 Irvine

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. Learn "old school" and "new wave" cheers, team dance routines, go swimming daily at Wild Rivers, and participate in other traditional camp activities while cheering the day away! July 13-17 (8:30-4:30 extended hours available) for ages 4-13

(949) 585-0464

Renaissance ClubSport Cheer Camp
Located in Aliso Viejo
July 11–15 & August 15–19, 2011
1:00 – 4:00 PM

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
August 1-3, 2011

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

Are you looking for the perfect place for your child to create lasting summer memories? Are you seeking a venue in which your child can become more confident while growing their repertoire of skills at the same time? Look no further… Campers are guided through a full theater-immersion experience via daily classes (acting, music, dance, and art), and at the end of the week, the culminating event will be a performance for parents, family, and friends. Every student will perform in their very own production based on a popular Broadway musical or musical theme 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!

Arts & Learning
Classes meet on the campus of: Vanguard University, Costa Mesa

The lives of Orange County children of all ages and backgrounds are enriched not just with a love of the arts but also with valuable life skills gained at the Arts & Learning Conservatory. Since its beginnings as a summer performing arts camp in 2004, the nonprofit has grown into a lively center offering dynamic theater, music and dance programs to 800 students ages 5-17 each year. Instructors adapt college-level fine arts material to be age appropriate for participants, inspiring the students while challenging them to reach their personal and artistic potential. As the children learn to audition and perform alongside one another, they gain teamwork, communication, public speaking and social skills. The Arts & Learning Conservatory makes hands-on experiences in the arts accessible to all children, regardless of race, age, income or level of experience.

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 Huntington Beach and 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.

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 20 through August 12, 2011

Camp James
Located in Irvine
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
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June 27 - July 1 - Wild Detectives!
July 11 - July 15 - Kid vs. Wild!
July 18 - July 22 - Extreme Ecosystems!
July 25 - July 29 - Winged Things!
August 1 - August 5 - Wild Detectives!
August 8 - August 12 - Ready, Set, Hike!

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

The Little Gym of Tustin
Located in Tustin

Are you looking for activities for your child when school is not in session? It’s important to continue to fuel their minds and grow their imaginations during those breaks. That’s why camp at The Little Gym® is such a delight. Each camp offers interactive themes which add a dash of imagination to their play. Like “Coastal Cowabunga” and “Ice Cave Pirate Adventure.” Your child will never get bored as they experience something new and exciting each day.

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
For ages 5-12
June 27 - September 2, 2011

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

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
Located in San Juan Capistrano
For ages 5 through 14

Fallon Riding Center summer camps are an excellent, fun way for your child to have a hands-on experience and to lean about horses, the care, grooming, equipment and riding...and to make new friends. Highly supervised by qualified and experienced instructors on well-mannered, gentle horses in a safe environment. These horse camps are small groups of 4-6 campers, from 9 am to 2 pm. They will be four-day camps in July and August.

949-673-3746

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
Camp runs July 5 - Aug 26, 2011

Native-speaking teachers immerse children entirely in the target language though games, projects, music & movement and other activities designed to maximize learning with fun! Choose from Spanish, French, Farsi, Italian, Vietnamese, German, Korean, English, Japanese, Russian, Hindi and Chinese. Their curriculum is designed with a different theme each week, allowing campers to join in daily, weekly or choose between Premium Camp (Sixteen 2.5 hr classes) or Standard Camp (Eight 2.5-hr classes).

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Leadership Camp

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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Multimedia / Technology Camps

iD Tech Camps - Summer Fun!
Located at UC Irvine, UCLA, Cal Lutheran, UCSD and 60 Universities in the U.S. & Canada

SUMMER FUN AT THE WORLD’S #1 TECH CAMP! Over 120,000 kids and teens have created video games, iPhone apps, websites, movies, C++ and Java programs, robots, 3D animations, movies, digital photos and more. Enroll in these fun and challenging, weeklong, day and residential summer camps held at 60 universities nationwide. Also, special 2-week Teen programs: iD Gaming Academy, iD Programming Academy and iD Visual Arts Academy at select universities. Surf & Tech programs held at UCSD. Free year-round learning with iD 365!

Call 1-888-709-TECH (8324) or visit www.internalDrive.com. Save with code WD992.

iD Tech Camps - Teen Summer Programs
Create Video Games, Websites, iPhone Apps and more at iD Teen Academies!

Ages 13-18 get immersed in video game design, programming, photography, filmmaking and more through two-week, pre-college overnight Teen programs. iD Gaming Academy: 3D Modeling w/Maya, Programming for the Xbox, or Level Design w/ Unreal Development Kit. iD Programming Academy: iPhone and iPad App Development, Google Android App Development, C++ and Robotics Engineering or Java Programming for the AP Exam. iD Visual Arts Academy: Film Production–Final Cut Studio, Film Production–Extreme Sports or Professional Photography. Visit real studios, explore career options and leave with a professional portfolio. Accredited Continuing Education Units are available. FREE year-round with iD 365!

Call 1-888-709-TECH (8324) or visit www.iDTeenAcademies.com. Save with code WD992

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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 20 through August 12, 2011

Camp James
Located in Irvine
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 2nd annual summer camp from July 12th - 16th, 2010. 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. $325 for Kids Club Members/$350 for Non-Members

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
LePort Schools in Huntington Beach, Irvine and Mission Viejo.
Ages 3 years - 9 years | Morning, afternoon or full days | weekly | June 27 - August 26

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

Banzai Surf School
Located in Huntington Beach
June 6 - September 2, 2011

Banzai Surf School offers a weeklong program that meets from Monday-Friday, three hours a day, either 9 to noon, or 11 to 2 daily.

Soft boards, wetsuits (FULL length when necessary, something you won’t find at other camps), and daily instruction are provided, all for a price that’s less than renting. This is a fun week of surfing for all ages – we sometimes get whole families! Banzai instructors have passed background checks in addition to their water safety credentials. Student to instructor ratio is typically 4 to 1, though youngsters 6-8 years old will always get special attention and time with instructors.

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
LePort Schools in Huntington Beach, Irvine and Mission Viejo
Ages 18 months - 9 years | Morning, afternoon or full days | weekly | June 27 - August 26

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 Irvine
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 27 - August 26, 2011

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.

High School Ventura Beach Camp dates are July 10 - 14, 2011 Cost is $85 per student. Jr High School Beach Camp dates are August 28-30, 2011. Cost is $50 per student.

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
August 1-3, 2011

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 Fun!
Located at UC Irvine, UCLA, Cal Lutheran, UCSD and 60 Universities in the U.S. & Canada

SUMMER FUN AT THE WORLD’S #1 TECH CAMP! Over 120,000 kids and teens have created video games, iPhone apps, websites, movies, C++ and Java programs, robots, 3D animations, movies, digital photos and more. Enroll in these fun and challenging, weeklong, day and residential summer camps held at 60 universities nationwide. Also, special 2-week Teen programs: iD Gaming Academy, iD Programming Academy and iD Visual Arts Academy at select universities. Surf & Tech programs held at UCSD. Free year-round learning with iD 365!

Call 1-888-709-TECH (8324) or visit www.internalDrive.com. Save with code WD992.

iD Tech Camps - Teen Summer Programs
Create Video Games, Websites, iPhone Apps and more at iD Teen Academies!

Ages 13-18 get immersed in video game design, programming, photography, filmmaking and more through two-week, pre-college overnight Teen programs. iD Gaming Academy: 3D Modeling w/Maya, Programming for the Xbox, or Level Design w/ Unreal Development Kit. iD Programming Academy: iPhone and iPad App Development, Google Android App Development, C++ and Robotics Engineering or Java Programming for the AP Exam. iD Visual Arts Academy: Film Production–Final Cut Studio, Film Production–Extreme Sports or Professional Photography. Visit real studios, explore career options and leave with a professional portfolio. Accredited Continuing Education Units are available. FREE year-round with iD 365!

Call 1-888-709-TECH (8324) or visit www.iDTeenAcademies.com. Save with code WD992

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!

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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 20 through August 12, 2011

Camp James
Located in Irvine
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.

2010 Open House Dates May 1 (10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.) June 3 (4-7 p.m.). 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 2011 - Costa Mesa
August 1-5, 2011
9am-noon

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 11-15, 2001
Every night form 6pm-9pm.

Come Join us for our annual VBS week. Its Free and Fun! This years theme is The Big Apple Adventure! Preschool to 7th grade. We will have a short adult study on Tuesday and Thursday of this week and a Parent night on Wednesday. TBC is a friendly and active fellowship of believers situated on a beautiful hilltop campus in northwest Fullerton. Ministries are provided for all ages. A warm and genuine welcome awaits you!


Pre-Registration event is June 25th from 2-5pm.

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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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