Top 60 Summer Camps rated by us – MOMS!

So, summer is almost here and you are starting to look for a summer program for your kids, there are many options out there but you do not know where to start. That is why we are bringing all the options to one place for you! We will be hosting the 2014 Summer Camp + Fun Fair on Saturday, May 3.

Some of you have asked us what a Camp Fair is? Camp fairs are free events that take place on weekends and bring dozens of camps straight to us, allowing us to have one-on-one conversations with many camp directors all within a few hours of time.  Camp fairs give us a chance to explore interests and also provide us with the opportunity to ask key questions about different summer programs. Our 2014 Summer Camp + Fun fair will be presenting other summer programs as well, such as after school activities and other entertainment options as a family.

 

While at our camp fair, you may want to ask the camp directors and organizers some questions. Some of the following questions have been recommended by one of our supporting organizations, the American Camp Association:

• What is the main goal of your camp?
• What is your camp’s mission and philosophy?
• What type of training and education do you and your staff have?
• What are the safety procedures?
• What are your enrollment options?
• How does your camp handle special needs?
• If it is a school camp, what are the chances of enrolling my kid in the school year after a camp experience?

Wouldn’t you like to allow your kid to connect with the camp organizers or explore activities that might be of their interest that you have no idea they had?

For us moms and dads searching for a camp or any summer activities, the fair will be a great way to find out what a camp is really like before registering our children.

At the event we will be providing a guide with contact info and descriptions of every program out there. But because we know you are getting curious and perhaps anxious about what is out there, we are including below a list of the top 60 which we have identified and which will some be present at the Fair. Bring your family for a day of fun, explore options and perhaps register your kids on site!

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Nature & Exploration

1- Junior Naturalist Camp Programs@Fairchild Tropical Botanic: Campers explore nature, science and art. The garden also hosts a KoolScience summer program for kids 12 to 14 for one two week session (June 16-27)

2- Camp Seaquarium @Miami Seaquarium: Sun-and-fun-filled days of education & conservation. The weekly programs vary by age and skill levels. Activities include up-close animal interactions, animal shows, field & art activities, snacks and theme weeks.

3- Summer by the Sea Marine Science Day Camp @The Marjory Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center: Campers will join the center’s lifeguard certified marine biologist for exciting, hands-on marine science explorations. Campers will experience a sea grass adventure, kayak and snorkel alongside our unique fossil reef, paddle board, dissect squid, make beautiful art projects, play fun science beach games.

4- Miami-Dade Parks Ecoadventures: Children can explore the wonders of our South Florida ecosystem with outdoor activities from trail hikes and wildlife encounters to canoeing and fishing excursions. Participants will learn about the environment, connect with nature and get plenty of exercise.

5- EcoAcademy Summer Camp: Hosted by the School of Environment, Arts and Society EcoAcademy features marine science activities, swimming, kayaking, and arts and crafts.

6- Coconut Grove Sailing Club: Organized to give each camper opportunities for individual growth, learning new skills, making friends, developing teamwork and sailing how to sail safely. Open to children 6 to 14 years old.

7- KBYC SUMMER PROGRAM @Key Biscayne Yacht Club Sailing Programs include: Sailing, Kayaking and Marine Science Camp and KBYC Summer Fun Camp

8- Summer Camp @the Miami Rowing Center Geared both to novice rowers looking to learn to row and experienced competitive rowers trying to hone their skills.  Sweep, Sculling and land training.

9- Escudero Paso Fino Riding School Summer Camp: Learn to ride with the experts. 20 years of experience. Specialized instructors.

Sports & Movement

10- Summer Tennis Camp @the Ritz Carlton Key Biscayne: Different programs available according to age of camper. Intense tennis skill development with the Cliff Drysdale Tennis Center pros. The Camp takes place the nearby Crandon Park- home of the Sony-Ericsson Open.

11- Crandon Golf Academy: Different junior golf programs available.

12- Casely Tennis Academy: Outdoor activities include tennis instruction, basketball, soccer, swimming pools. Indoor activities include arts & crafts, table games and weekly field trips to bowling, skating and the movies.

13- Crandon Park Tennis Center:  Campers train with Cliff Drysdale Tennis at the Home of the Sony Open

Indoor Centers

14- Kydoo Kids Club & Café: Two programs available Baby Summer Camp and Mini and Big Kydoo Summer Camp. A little bit of everything Sensory games, dancing, music, sports.  story telling, etc.

15- My Gym: A half-day of games, relays, songs, dances, story time, music, sports, and much more. Designed to enhance physical growth and a sense of individual success.

Girls-Only Summer Camps

16- Furia Flamenca Dance & Music: Girls will explore the wonderful art of flamenco dance, ballet, jazz, acting, music, singing, crafts, cooking, history and theory of flamenco dance, spanish culture and theater.

17- Carrollton Summer Program for Girls: Girls from all over the world enjoy artistic, athletic and educational experiences while creating new friendships and wonderful memories. Three different options: STEMP Camp (Grades 5-8), Around the World Camp (PK3-6), Academic SuperCamp (Grades 3-6)

18- First Girls Club Camp: Themed Two week sessions: musical theatre, art classes, fashion/etiquette. water day, arts & crafts, dance and field trips

School-Based Summer Camps

19- St. Christopher’s by the Sea Episcopal Montessori Summer Camps: Different programs available (Preschool Montessori, Potter Meets Newton, Geek Camp, Intro to elementary Camp, Marine Biology)

20- Adventurous splish and splash Summer Fun & Swim Camp: The children will learn about different fitness programs as they venture through physical activities and movement through music.  They will have free fitness and swimming classes with Alvaro & Tatiana.  We will have music and movement classes and gymnastics.

21- KBPC School Summer Camp: Journey through the east in an imaginary travel through the great, ancient civilizations…India, Russia, Egypt, Japan and Australia

22- Miami Country Day School Summer Camp Programs: Miami Country Day School Summer Programs offers Summer Camp for every interest! Our camp offerings include; Day Camp, Basketball Camp, Soccer Camp, COEP Treks, Summer Studies and so many more!

23- KLA Schools Summer Camp- Adventure Land: Campers will explore the worlds of Princess’ and Pirates while making treasure maps and going on “farrrrgh” away treasure hunts. Play Super Heroes and Dress Up Day Parade, and  bring magic to life with magic shows and wand making.

24- The Factory of Fun Bilingual Camp @Brickell International Academy: Immersing English and Spanish activities throughout the day. Interactive science labs, tennis and swimming lessons, crazy arts, water games, extreme digital microscopes, hands-on cooking, team building games field trips.

25- Giggles Enrichment Classes Summer Camp: Children feel free to learn and explore, while using a range of practices that stimulate them academically and socially. Activities include cooking, arts and crafts, puppet shows, water games and more.

26- Tiniciti: Campers will have the opportunity to discover and investigate their deepest curiosities  through The Wonders of Art, Water, and Nature.

27- Village Montessori: It’s a World Cup Summer at the Village. Campers will study the culture, art, language, and culinary arts of some of the countries competing this year’s most celebrated event; The World Cup!. Countries to be explored will include Argentina, Australia, Brazil, France, Italy, Germany, Ghana, and the USA.

28- Mandelstam School: Gymnastics and much more!

29- Alexander Camp: Alexander has an all around  camp as well as sports track, a sports intensive program focusing on football, basketball, and soccer.

30- Camp Gulliver: Long-standing summer program put on by Gulliver Schools featuring swimming, tennis, gymnastics and sports. Different programs for different age groups and interests. From Jump Start into Camp, Engineering Camp, Technology, Academics and Athletics.

31- Miami Country Day School Summer Camp Programs: Miami Country Day School Summer Programs offers Summer Camp for every interest! Our camp offerings include; Day Camp, Basketball Camp, Soccer Camp, COEP Treks, Summer Studies and so many more!

32– The Cushman School: Arts ‘n’ Crafts, Science, Robotics, Yoga, Music, Water slides and more.

33- St. Thomas: Several incredible programs for every child’s enjoyment.  STEPS summer camp programs are staffed by qualified and experienced St. Thomas teachers whose reassuring attitudes encourage creativity and exploration.

34- St. Philips: Nutty Scientists Science, Engineering, Robotics Summer Camp offers hands-on and interactive activities led by the Nutty Scientists

35- St. Patrick Catholic Preschool: “THE BOOKS OF ERIC CARLE” Camp will feature a different book each week and have activities, crafts, games, songs, role play and projects.

36- Fun days by the Bay – Immaculata-La Salle High School: Fun Days By The Bay, provides opportunities for fun and discovery for campers to learn and grow. Arts & Crafts, Creative Play, Indoor Games, Sports, Carnival Days, Reading, Camp Show, etc.

Science, Education & Fun

37- FunCamps: MagiCamp, Amazing Science & Space Camp, JurrasiCamp, Camp Idol, Gametech Institute, Gametech Junior, Gamtech Robotics, Jungle Adventure, Combo FunCamps

38- Nutty Scientists: Science, Art and Robotics through interactive and hands-on award winning methodologies.

39- Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science Camp: Unique and fun-filled experiences include drones, disasters, dinosaurs, ecology, engineering, field trips and more.

40- Kids World Summer Camp @ Miami Children’s Museum: This summer experience early cultures and time periods through interactive stories, hands-on projects, performances, and more.

41- Zoo Miami Summer Camp Zoofari: Learning about animals, conservation and appreciation for wildlife.

42- “Viva el Español” Camp: “Viva el Español” Drama, Fun, Culture, Arts & Crafts, guided conversation, pair work, language games & indoor and outdoor activities

43- VS Brain Camp: Through interactive and fun games, brain programs, and specific interventions, children will improve their language, math, and behavioral skills necessary for learning. Neuropsychology and positive psychology approach. Dedicated to children who need to improve their academic or behavioral skills

44- Coral Gables Museum: City Trekker offers fun, educational activities while exploring the city of Coral Gables through a variety of disciplines and takes advantage of all the cultural destinations and activities that the city and the museum offer.

Performance, Dance & Movement

45- Actor’s playhouse: Campers will learn to take an original show from concept to stage

46- Coconut Grove Ballet Intensive: The program allows children to explore various types of dance forms such as ballet, tap, hip hop, jazz, acrobatics and flamenco.

47- Alper JCC Summer Camp: General day camp & specialty camps. Including: Sports, Performing Arts.

48- GYM KIDZ: Participants will improve technique, physical strength flexibility, and coordination in progressive gymnastics while enjoying fun activities like arts and crafts, games, movie time, music and more.

49- Thomas Armour Youth Ballet: Creative movement, pre-ballet and ballet programs available.

50- YMCA Miami Camps: Variety of camps available at different locations throughout Miami.

51- Bass Museum New MiniCamp@thebass: Campers will be grouped according to age and will participate in museum exploration, painting, drawing, 3D design and theatre arts!

52- Organic Kids Camp:Inspire your child to use his or her imagination and be as creative as possible. Some of the enrichment classes your child will be doing each week are: Science Experiments, Dance, Arts & Crafts, Clay, Music, Creative movement, Yoga, Learning centers, Acting, Swimming, Splash day, Dancing, and Sports.

53- Miami Dade Parks Summer Camp: Offers a wide range of outdoor camps to kids at park locations throughout the county. Camps include programs for general activities, swimming, sports, environmental and children with disabilities.

54- University of Miami Summer Programs: The University of Miami offers a wide range of summer programs including reading programs for grade-school children and a variety of enrichment programs for high school students. Some of the many programs include:  Summer Theatre Academy @UM, Mini Canes Recreational Sports Camp, Frost Music Time Summer Camp, Hurricane Aquatics, Young Musicians’ Camp,

55- Rock Music Camp: Music Camp @Center Tone Music School

56- School of Rock Music

57-Vicky Lapenta Dance and Fitness Summer Camp

Parks & Recreation – Community Centers

58- KBCC SUMMER CAMP @Village of Key Biscayne Community Center: Different programs available. Fun different activities for your kids, from swimming classes, to music, volleyball and yoga. Only open to KB residents.

59- Coral Gables Parks & Recreation: Different programs available. Open for members, residents as well as non-residents.

60- Village of Pinecrest Parks & Recreation: Different programs available for different age groups.

Do not forget to check our 2014 Summer Camp Guide for further info on each camp and additional camps!

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