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Super Summer Day Camp Guide 2008 On the lookout for the perfect day camp?
Camps listed below with a
Academic Camps
Advance Preparatory Academy. Ages 4-12. May 27-Aug. 1. One-week sessions. 6 a.m.-7 p.m. Creative dance, swimming lessons, karate and other activities are extra. $75/week. 431 Allgood Rd., Stone Mountain. 404-294-6200. Atlanta Speech School Summer Camps. Ages 3-12. June 9-July 18. Two- and three-week sessions. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Camp Grasshopper, Wiggles and Giggles, Study Skills Camp, Reader’s Club Camp and Think-Tank Problem Solving Camp. Starts at $405/session. 3160 Northside Pkwy., Atlanta. 404-233-5332.
Cottage School Summer Programs. Ages 11-14. Middle School Summer Success Camp: July 7-25. 8 a.m.-noon. Mathscapes, reading and listening comprehension, keyboarding, team building and social skills. Summer Science Day Camps: July 21-Aug. 1. Forensics, robotics, video game creation, paleontology and more. $300/week. 700 Grimes Bridge Rd., Roswell. 770-641-8688. Emory University Debate Institute. Pace Academy. Ages 11-13. June 9-20; July 14-25. Two-week sessions. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Public speaking, argumentation, library research, critical listening, issues analysis and cross-examination. $600/session. High school camp also available. 966 W. Paces Ferry Rd. NW, Atlanta. 404-727-6189. The Math Doctor SAT/PSAT Power Prep Camp. Ages 14-17. June 2-6. One-week session. 9 a.m.-noon. Interactive workshops for math, reading and writing. $449. 3115 Roswell Rd., Marietta. 770-509-1042. Mill Springs Academy’s Mark Trail Camp. Ages 6-14. June 9-July 18. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Half-day available. Field trips, games, swimming, outdoor survival skills, team sports, tubing, painting and academic sessions. $325/week, $900/three weeks, $1,750/six weeks. 13660 New Providence Rd., Alpharetta. 770-360-1336. Rose Petals Christian Camp. Ages 2-12. June- August. 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. One-week sessions. School readiness program, arts and crafts, self-awareness, games, field trips. $115/week; $400/full summer program. 678-427-7553. Teen Leaders of America. Ages 12-18. June 2-July 18. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. College prep and leadership development. Camps include leadership training, movie nights, field trips and more. $185/week. Morehouse College. 404-419-6053. Trinity Academic Summer Camps. Ages 6-18. June-August. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Math, science, writing, reading, individual tutoring. $15-$25/day. 4448 Austell Powder Springs Rd., Powder Springs. 770-439-9235. Art Camps
All Fired Up Art with the Masters. Ages 7 and up. June 1-6, 16-20; July 7-11, 14-18; July 28-Aug. 1. One-week sessions. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Combines education and art, explores art masters both past and present. $160/session. Two locations: 53 S. Main St., Alpharetta. 770-740-7800; 1563 N. Decatur Rd., Atlanta. 770-740-7800. Art A’la Carte. Chastain Arts Center. Ages 2-12. June 9-Aug 15. One-week sessions. 10-11 a.m.; 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Visual arts projects based on the themes, plus performing arts. $85-$155/week. 135 W. Wieuca Rd. NW, Atlanta. 404-252-2927. Art Barn Summer Camps. Ages 5-12. June 9-July 18. One-week sessions. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Half and full day. Painting, drawing, clay, pony rides and hayrides. $350/session. 208 Roper Rd., Canton. 678-319-0286. Art Place. Ages 4-9. June 2-July 25. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Art, clay and performance camps. $80/session. 3330 Sandy Plains Rd., Marietta. 770-509-2700. Art and Soul Arts and Crafts Camp. Ages 6-12. June 2-Aug. 15. One-day and one-week sessions. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Pottery painting, modge podge, tie dye, marbled paper, clay hand building, soap making and more. $48/day; $225/week. 4920 Roswell Rd., Atlanta. 404-303-9959. ART Station Summer Arts Camps. Ages 5-16. May 27-Aug. 1. One-week sessions. 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Drama, painting, pottery, puppetry, papermaking and more. $114-$229. 5384 Manor Dr., Stone Mountain. 770-469-1105. Art Weeks. Abernathy Arts Center. Ages 6-16. June 2-July 21. One-week sessions. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 1:30-4:30 p.m. Includes hand building, multimedia, drawing, painting, animal sculpture and cartooning. $75-$85/week, plus $7.50 lab fee. 254 Johnson Ferry Rd. NW, Sandy Springs. 404-303-6172. Art with Heart. North Decatur United Methodist Church. Ages 3-18. June 9-Aug. 1. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fine arts and theatre camps. $95-$235. 1523 Church St., Decatur. 404-373-3367, ext. 223. Art’s Up, Arts Alliance of Georgia. Ages 6-12. June 2-6, 7-11. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Drawing, painting, clay printing, collage, fiber art and more. $125/week. Woodstock Art Center. 205 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock. 404-509-8792. Arts Alliance of Georgia Summer Art Camp. Cherokee Christian School. Ages 5-12. One-week sessions. June 2-July 11. Work with clay, fiber, painting and drawing, handmade paper, and design and print your own T-shirts. $125/session. 3075 Trickum Rd., Woodstock. 678-754-8482. Atlanta School Summer Adventures. The Atlanta School. Ages 3-14. June 16-Aug. 8. One- and two-week sessions. 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Pottery, sculpture, swimming and more. $425/session. 1015 Edgewood Ave. NE, Atlanta. 404-688-9550. Atomic Tangerine Summer Camp. Ages
6 and up. June 2-Aug. 22. One-week sessions.
9 a.m.- Callanwolde Art Camps. Callanwolde Fine Arts Center. Ages 4-teen. June 2-Aug. 15. One- and two-week sessions. Full and half day. Creative dramatics, Kindermusik, painting, pottery, drawing, textiles, storytelling and mixed media. $100-$280/session. 980 Briarcliff Rd. NE, Atlanta. 404-872-5338.
Classic Art Camp. Ages 3-17. June 9-July 25. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fun with food, music, art and movement. $170-$180/session. 1523 Church St., Decatur. 404-373-5168, ext. 223. Clay My Way. Ages 4 and up. June 2-Aug. 8. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-noon or 1-4 p.m. Daily ceramic painting and structured art activities, beading, bead weaving, mosaic building, glass fusion and more. Snacks included. $125/week. 3685 Braselton Hwy., Dacula. 770-904-6011.
Creative Clayhouse. Ages 5-teen. May 22-Aug. 8. One- to five-day sessions. Full and half day. Pottery painting, clay hand building, crafts, glass painting, beading, chemistry and outdoor games. $36-$200/session. 593 Main St., Suwanee. 678-546-7806. Earth Paint and Fire Pottery Studio. Ages 6 and up. June 2-July 25. Seven one-week sessions. 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. or 1:30-4 p.m. Explore pottery painting, mosaics, acrylics and clay projects. $125-$150/week. 1432 Towne Lake Pkwy., Woodstock. 770-592-4114. Hudgens Arts Center Summer Art Camps. Ages 5-12. June 2-13, 16-27; July 7-18; July 21-Aug. 1. Two-week sessions. 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Painting, drawing, clay, mixed media and drama. $340/session. 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy., Duluth. 770-623-6002.
Naked Clay Studio Summer Camp. Ages 5-12. June 2-Aug 1. One- and two-week sessions. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Themed weeks of painting, clay work, sculpting and more. $300/week. City Walk. 227 Sandy Springs Pl., Sandy Springs. 404-252-9505. Out-Of-The-Box Art Studio. PreK-teens. June 2-Aug. 11. One-week sessions. 9:30 a.m-12:30 p.m. or 1-4:30 p.m. Art camps with drawing, painting, hand-building clay and clay on the wheel. $110-$140/week. 11940 Alpharetta Hwy., Alpharetta. 678-867-7713. Purple Hippo Art Camp. Purple Hippo Art Studio. Ages 4-12. June 2-Aug. 1. One-week sessions. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Theme-based each week. $230/session. 5517 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd., Dunwoody. 770-730-0605. SCAD Art Smarts Studio Art Camp. The Lovett School. Ages 7-16. June 9- July 25. One-week sessions. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Create original works of art and learn the basic elements and principles of the visual arts. Different themes each session. Also, Teen Summer Seminars. $275/session. 4075 Paces Ferry Rd., Atlanta. 404-253-6814. Sketchy’s Art Pad Summer Creative Camps. Ages 5 and up. June 9-Aug. 15. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. or 2-6 p.m. Themes include “Renaissance Apprentice,” “Invention Convention,” “Wearable Art” and “Curious Curators.” $50/day or $240/week. 4691 Atlanta Rd. SE, Smyrna. 404-792-9442. Camp Splatter’s. Ages 4 and up. June 2-Aug. 18. One-week sessions. 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 1:30-4 p.m. Arts and crafts, mosaics, beading and more. Starts at $150/session. 5162 McGinnis Ferry Rd., Alpharetta. 678-710-0103.
You Gotta Have Art. Ages 5-12. June 2-Aug 8. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Drawing, painting, dancing, sculpture, pottery, cartooning, jewelry and more. $195/session. 1000 Northfield Ct., Roswell. 770-667-9337. Business Camps
Camp BizKids. Ages 10-13. June 2-Aug. 3. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Financial concepts, stock market training and introduction to business techniques. $249/week. 1100 S. Marietta Pkwy., Marietta. 678-581-5113.
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Kids-N-Technology Camps. Oglethorpe University. Ages 8-17. June 18-22. 8:30 a.m.-noon or 1-4:30 p.m. Build their own computers and take them home. $350-$1,425/session. 4484 Peachtree Rd. NE, Atlanta. 866-513-3007. National Computer Camps. Oglethorpe University. Ages 8-18. June 1-July 18. One- and multi-week sessions. Full day. Co-ed. Video game design, programming, web design, video production, networking and hardware. Optional sports program. $830/week. 2605 Ben Hill Rd., Atlanta. 203-795-9667. Cooking Camps
Camp Can-I-Cook. Young Chefs Academy. Ages 5-15. June 2-Aug. 21. One-week sessions. Hours vary by location. Cooking recipes from six continents accompanied by lessons including history and background. Themes include “Go Greek Week,” “A Tour Across Europe,” “Athletes In Training” and “A Day In Beijing.” Starts at $250/week. Duluth, 770-814-0656; North Druid Hills, 404-633-2633; Peachtree City, 770-487-3808; Sandy Springs, 404-255-9263; Smyrna, 770-432-2616. Eat My Art. Ages 9-12. June & July. Two day sessions. Includes hands on cake and cookie decorating. Kids get to take home their completely edible art. Each week is a different class. $50/week. Cherokee County Rec. Center. 7545 Main Street, Woodstock. 404-246-8556. Kids’ Culinary Camps. Kroger School of Cooking. Ages 7-18. June 4-July 5. Six one-week sessions. 9 a.m.-noon or 1-4 p.m. Hands-on classes with themes including “International Cuisine,” “Everyday Food,” “Cooking Like a Star” and “Teen Techniques.” $185/week. 12460 Crabapple Rd., Alpharetta. 770-740-2068. Mud Pie Cooking School Camp. Ages 3-7. July. One-week sessions. Learn recipes for breakfast, lunch and dinner, snack and dessert. Hands-on cooking with take-home recipes. $140. 1815 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE, Atlanta. 404-892-2244. Dance/Music Camps
Academy of Ballet. Ages 3 and up. June 16-Aug. 8. One-week sessions. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Creative movement, ballet, tap and jazz with a performance at the end. $140-$150/session. 6375 Spalding Dr., Norcross. 770-242-6379. Atlanta Ballet. Ages 5 and up. June 16-July 25. Half and full day. Beginner/intermediate, creative movement, arts and more. $102-$1,300. Buckhead, Cobb. 404-873-5811, ext. 212. Atlanta Junior Ceili Band Irish Music School Camp. Ages 4-15. June 16-20. 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Irish music, dance, arts, sports and history; recitals at the end of the week. $250. St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church. 13560 Cogburn Rd., Alpharetta. 678-372-9494. British Academy of Performing Arts. Ages 3-18. June 16-Aug. 2. Full and half day. Themes include: Prince and Princesses, Peter Pan, Hip Hop, Shakespeare, Musical Theatre Show; intense dance and performance weeks for actors and dancers. $90-$200/session. 2550 Sandy Plains Rd., Marietta. 770-578-8272.
The Bush Centre for Ballet Summer Dance Camp. Ages 6-12. July. Two one-week sessions. Ballet classes, ballet-related craft projects, movies, snacks. $185/session. Class sizes limited. 6215 Black Water Trl., Sandy Springs. 404-256-5542. Chicago Joe’s Rock ‘n Blues Camp. Avatar Sound Studios. Ages 11-18. June 9-July 18. One-week sessions. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Training from blues, classic rock and modern rock musicians culminating with a performance and CD. $450/week. 255 Ottley Dr. NE, Atlanta. 404-202-6044. CK Danceworks, Inc. Ages 3 and up. June 16-20, 23-27; July 7-11. One-week sessions. Preschool and Kindercamp, 9 a.m.-noon; full day, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Also, princess camps, hip hop and tumble camps, tap, jazz, ballet, lyrical, crafts. $75-$125/session. 3734 Cedarcrest Rd., Acworth. 770-975-7298. Composition Camp. New Music. Ages 3-12. June-July. One-week sessions. Morning and afternoon sessions. Guitar, violin, musical theater and band master camps. Learn how to play instruments and compose music. $165-$275/session. Buford, 678-482-2884; Dunwoody, 770-394-1727; Lilburn, 770-925-8900. Dance Diversity Summer Camp. Ballethnic Dance Company Studio. Ages 4-12. June 23-27. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. $180; Ages 6-18. June 30-July 26. $750/4-week session. One- and four-week sessions. Intensive program combines serious dance training with fun. 2587 Cheney St., East Point. 404-762-1416.
The Dancers Studio. Ages 3-10. June 9-12, 16-19; June 16-July 21. One-week and six-week sessions. 3-5 p.m. “Hannah Montana” Dance Camp, “Fairy Princess” Dance Camp and “Summer Sampler Session.” $85-$110/week. 3655 Cherokee St., Kennesaw. 770-422-3256. The Dancer’s Studio Backstage. Ages 4-8. July 16-20, 23-27. One-week sessions. 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. or 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Ballet, tap, jazz, drama and arts. $135-$150/week. 8560 Holcomb Bridge Rd., Roswell. 770-993-2623. Decatur School of Ballet Summer Workshop. Ages 4 and up. June 2-Aug. 22. One- and two-week sessions. Full and half day. Skip, Gallop and Leap, Dance Camp, Musical Theatre Camp. $150-$325/session. 102 Church St., Decatur. 404-378-3388. Daza Dance. Ages 8-17. June-August. Two-day and one-week sessions. Full and half day. Learn dance styles including Ballroom, Latin, Swing, Hip Hop, Ballet, Creative Movement and more. $150-$250 (if registered before May 15). 3005 Old Alabama Rd., Alpharetta. 678-910-9693. Duluth School of Ballet. Ages 3 and up. June-August. Half-day. Dance camps include class, ballet videos, dance history and more. Starts at $90/session. 3116 Buford Hwy., Duluth. 770-476-4306. Footnotes Dance and Acrobatics Studio Summer Camp. Ages 4-12. June 9-July 4. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Jazz, hip-hop, ballet, tap, acrobatics, musical theatre, anatomy and nutrition, dance history and drama. $99-$200/session. 2500 Old Alabama St., Roswell. 770-992-5026. From the Page to the Stage. Ages 8-14. June 9-20; July 7-18. Two-week sessions. 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Musical Theatre Camp I: “Schoolhouse Rock,” Musical Theatre Camp II: “Free To Be Me and You.” $350/session. 3655 Cherokee St., Kennesaw. 678-598-7324. The Georgia Ballet. Ages 4-7. June 16-27. One-week, half-day sessions. Ballet, crafts, dance history, nutrition, acting and mime. Grouped by age. Intermediate/advanced dance programs also available. $140-$175/week. 1255 Field Pkwy., Marietta. 770-528-0881. Gwinnett Young Singers. Ages 7-18. June 16-20. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Rehearsals, plus instruction in instruments, hand chimes, percussion and voice; end-of-week performance on Friday. $130. Trinity Lutheran Church. 1826 Killian Hill Rd., Lilburn. 770-935-6657.
Kindermusik Adventures. Jennings Music. Newborn-7. June-July. One-week sessions. Singing, dancing and fun with instruments. Themes include: zoo animals, camping, the beach and around the world. 2511 Canton Rd., Marietta. 770-315-1302. The Learning Camp. Ages 4-10. June 2-6, 9-13, 16-20, 23-27; July 7-11, 14-18, 21-25; July 28-Aug. 1; Aug. 4-8. One-week sessions. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Music, web design, math and reading. $199/week, plus $20 registration fee. 10360 Medlock Bridge Rd., Johns Creek. 404-474-1146. Making A Band 101 Camp. MusicLifeStudio. Ages 8-16. One-week sessions. June 2-July 25. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Perform in a band, make friends, create original music and record a CD. $350-$400. 3435 Medlock Bridge Rd., Ste. 205, Norcross. 770-417-1555. Extended hours available. Miss LaLa’s Music. Infants-teens. May-late August. One-week sessions. Art, drama, dance camps; weekly themes include art history, Disney Radio, musical theatre, icky, bugs and more. $95-$145/week. Marietta. 770-425-9660. Muse for Life Camps. Ages 3-12. June-July. One-week sessions. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Dance, music, Kung Fu and Yoga programs. $150/week. 205 Hilderbrand Dr., Sandy Springs. 404-943-1063. Musical Beginnings Camp. Georgia Academy of Music. Ages 3 ½ -5. June-August. One-week sessions. 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Explore instruments, crafts and composers. $135/week. 1424 W. Paces Ferry Rd., Atlanta. 404-355-3451. Music Matters Summer Camp Tour. Roswell High School. Ages 9-17. June. One-week sessions. All skill levels. Learn the how-to’s of performing in a rock band. Live performance on last day. $399/session. 11595 King Rd., Roswell. 770-650-6550. North Atlanta Dance Academy. Ages 3-16. June 14-Aug. 1. One-, two- and three-week sessions. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; ages 3-6, 3-5 p.m. Ballet, jazz and modern each day. $115-$200/week. Pre-pro intensive: June 9-20. Performance Program: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., ages 12 and up. $650/three-week session. 10960 State Bridge Rd., Alpharetta. 770-772-8000. Orchestra Atlanta Summer Camps. Mount Pisgah Christian School. Ages 11-17. June 9-13. One-week sessions. Orchestra and band camp, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; June 23-28. Jazz Camp, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Both include a visit and professional recording session at Allgood Studios and a closing concert. $220/session. 9820 Nesbit Ferry Rd., Alpharetta. 770-992-2559. Smyrna School of Ballet Summer Day Camps. Ages 6-11. June 2-6, 9-13. One-week sessions. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 1-4 p.m. Ballet, jazz and hip hop. Modern, arts and crafts, story time, videos and more. $225-$245/week. 1290 W. Spring St. SE, Ste. 200, Smyrna. 770-333-6243. Sonny Emory Drumset Camp. Georgia Tech. Ages 11-18. One 1-week session. June 2-June 6. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Work with professional musicians to learn teamwork, discipline, self-esteem and the art and craft of drumming techniques. $525 for day campers, $800 for overnight campers. Couch Building, 840 McMillon St., Atlanta. 888-766-6934. Still Pointe Studios. Johns Creek at the Forum Athletic Club. Ages 5-11: June 9-13, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. A Princess Ballet Camp. $100. Ages 10-18: July 7-11, 11:15 a.m.-4:15 p.m. Intensive program for intermediate through advanced dancers. $200. 6000 Medlock Bridge Pkwy., Johns Creek. 770-887-5568. Drama Camps
The Actors Scene Summer Camps. Ages 4-18. June 16-July 11. One- and two-week sessions. Full and half day. On Camera and Improv camp. Learn characters and scripts from TV shows and movies. Performance at the end of each week. July 14-25. Theater and Improv Camp for ages 7-18. $399/session. 4300 Buford Dr., Buford. 770-904-6646. Alliance Theatre Summer Day Camps. Woodruff Arts Center. Ages 7-18. June 2-Aug. 8. Two-week sessions. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Work as an ensemble to create, rehearse and present short productions. Families are invited to final classroom production. $225-$599/session. 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 404-733-4700.
Atlanta Workshop Players Camp Destiny. Ages 5-17. June 2-6, 9-13. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Instruction in singing, dancing, theatre, acting, improv comedy and circus arts. $399/week. Oglethorpe University, Atlanta or The Studio of the Arts, Alpharetta. 770-998-8111. Camp Aurora. Aurora Theatre. Ages 6-10. June 2-6, 9-13. One-week sessions. 3 hours daily. Introduction to theatre through stories, singing, dancing and games. $165. Summer Intensives for ages 11-13. Two-week sessions. June 16-27 or July 14-25. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $475. 128 Pike St., Lawrenceville. 678-226-6226. Be Scene Studio Day Camp. Ages 4-14. June 2-July 25. Intro to acting, improv, stand-up, Be Scene on the Runway, Be Scene on Broadway. $395/session. 3210-F Roswell Rd., Buckhead. 404-869-6800.
Broadway Bound Drama Camp. Metropolitan Theatre Conservatory. Ages 4-18. June-August. One- and two-week sessions. Beginner to advanced. Perform musical theatre and learn about auditioning technique, improv, Shakespeare, voice and more. Performance every week. $295-$595/session. Locations at Hopewell Middle School and The Davis Academy. 770-394-1461. Camp Broadway 2008. The Fox Theatre. Ages 10-17. Two 1-week sessions. July 7-11 and July 14-18. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Broadway hopefuls hone their skills in song, dance and musical theatre culminating in an original performance. $600/week. 660 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta 404-881-2000. Christian Youth Theatre Day Camp. Ages 6-14. June 2-July 25. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Learn theatre techniques while taking acting/improve, dance, voice, set/props and make-up/costume workshops. $215/session. Johns Creek Baptist Church. 6910 McGinnis Ferry Rd., Alpharetta. 770-623-8203. Curtain Call Summer Theatre Camps. Ages 8-18. June 9-July 18. One-week sessions. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 4-7 p.m. Explore aspects of theater with camps for the novice, intermediate and advanced actor. $135-250/week. 2800 Canton Rd., Marietta; The Art Place: 3330 Sandy Plains Rd., Marietta. 770-973-4566. Daystar Dance Academy Camps. Ages 4 and up. June 9-July 31. One- and two-week sessions. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Princess Camp, Diva Dance and Cheer Camp, Boys Tap and Hip Hop. $72-$95. 3894 Due West Rd., Marietta. 770-919-2773.
Future Actors, Artists, Models, and Entertainers Performing & Visual Arts Camp. Ages 7-13. Two-week sessions. June 2-13 AND June 16-27. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Beginner to advanced. Perform musical theatre, on-camera technique and learn about auditioning, improv, dance/movement, runway modeling, voice and more. Performance every session, plus special guests. $249-$499/session. Woodland Charter Elementary School, Sandy Springs/Dunwoody. 678-754-0544. Georgia Ensemble Theatre Performing Arts Day Camp. Roswell Cultural Arts Center. Ages 6-18. June 16-27; July 7-18. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Two-week sessions. Acting, improv, puppetry, dance, stage combat, voice and movement. $459/session. Advanced camp: July 21-Aug. 1. $484. Drama/Nature Camp co-offered with Chattahoochee Nature Center. Ages 6-12. June 9-13. $300-$340. 950 Forrest St., Roswell. 770-641-1260. Georgia Shakespeare’s Camp Shakespeare. Ages 7-13. June 16-27, ages 7-10; July 7-18, ages 11-13. Two-week sessions. Georgia Theater games, arts and crafts, and about Shakespeare. $250/session. Georgia Shakespeare at Oglethorpe University. 4484 Peachtree Rd. NE, Atlanta. 404-504-3401. Improv Kids Camp. Dad’s Garage Theatre. Ages 7-12. June 23-26; July 7-10. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-noon. Basic improvisation skills, creative thinking, teamwork, storytelling, graduation performance. $225/week. 280 Elizabeth St., Atlanta. 404-523-3141, ext. 205. Music Theatre Camps. The Grand Theatre. Ages 7-9. June 16-21, 23-28; $150. Ages 10-13, June 2-14; $275. Ages 14-17, July 3-Aug. 3; $325. Full day. Voice, acting, dance and more with a final performance. 7 N. Wall St., Cartersville. 770-607-3686. Musical Theatre Camps. Towne Lake Arts Center. Ages 5-14. June 9-Aug. 1. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Voice, acting, dance and more with a final performance. $250/session. 6576 Commerce Pkwy., Woodstock. 678-494-4251.
Performing Arts Camp. Genesis Bible Church of Dunwoody. Ages 3-12. July 14-18. One-week session. 9:15 a.m.-noon. Biblically-based activities about music and drama in preparation for a musical on Friday. $40. 5123 Chamblee-Dunwoody Rd., Dunwoody. 770-391-5539. Pushpush Theater Performance Camp. Ages 8-16. June 2-27. Four-week session. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Learn and adapt a modern or classic text, culminating in a professional production during the final week. $210/week; $650/4-week session. 121 New St., Decatur. 404-377-6332. Red Clay Theatre Summer Drama Camp. Red Clay Theatre and Arts Center. Ages 8-14. June 2-Aug. 8. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Fundamentals of acting with voice, movement and imagination; the origins of theater, how to audition for a play, prepare a monologue for an audition, lighting and sets, improvisation and the grand finale at the end of each week. $155/session. 3116 Main St., Duluth. 770-622-1777.
Theatre Works Summer Camp. Ages 5-14. June 2-6, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; June 10-13, 1-4:30 p.m.; July 8-11, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; July 14-18, 21-25, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. One-week sessions. Learn theater history, costuming, improv and voice. $150/week. Oak Grove United Methodist Church. 1722 Oak Grove Rd., Decatur; Church of The Redeemer. 5185 Peachtree-Dunwoody Rd., Atlanta. 404-636-7558. Whole World Theatre Summer Improv Camp. Ages 8-13. June 9-Aug. 8. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Improv techniques and games. Performance every Friday. $190/week. 1226 Spring St. NW, Atlanta. 678-428-7927. Youth Performing Arts Conservatory. Lawrenceville Community Theatre. Ages 6-18. June 16-20. One-week session. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Acting, singing, stage movement and more. $250. Lawrenceville Church of God, 329 Grayson Hwy., Lawrenceville. 770-885-7005. General Camps
4 Ever Learning Academy Summer Camp. Ages 3-12. June 1-Aug. 3. One-week sessions. 6 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Weekly field trips, Spanish lessons, community service, arts and crafts, cooking, swimming and more. $95-$115/week. 3362 Covington Dr., Decatur. 404-289-9882.
Camp Adventure. Infants-12 years. June-August. 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Hands-on, self-directed activities relating to themes such as “Once Upon A Time” and “How Things Work.” $115/week; field trips included. The Kiddie Academy of McDonough. 300 Inverness Ave., Stockbridge. 770-288-2422. Camp Alefbet and Preschool.
Congregation Beth Shalom. Ages 18 months-4
years. June 16-Aug. 8. Two- and four-week
sessions. 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Themed weeks,
water play, pony rides, crafts and more.
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Alpharetta International Academy. Ages 3-6. June 2-18. Two-week sessions. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Montessori classroom with a variety of themes. $275/session. 4772 Webb Bridge Rd., Alpharetta. 770-475-0558.
Atlanta Kids Zone. Ages 12 months and up. May-August. Weekly or daily sessions. 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Themed sessions including story time, arts and crafts, recreational shows, sing-a-longs, music, active movement, and water and sand play. $145/week. 1940 Briarwood Ct., Atlanta. 404-315-4658.
Augustine Preparatory Academy Summer Camp. Ages 3-11. May 27-July 25. Two three-week sessions. 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Art, water play, phonics and reading lab, Bible, dance, field trips, etiquette, life skills and performing arts. $90-$120/week. 4650 Flatshoals Pkwy., Decatur. 404-326-5132. Bountiful Harvest Summer Enrichment Program. Ages 8-12. One-week sessions. June 2-Aug. 1. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Teaches children how to become future leaders and productive citizens. Activities include games, sports, Spanish, arts and crafts, reading, writing, math and field trips. Registration, $50; Per week, $85. 696 Battle Creek Rd., Jonesboro. 678-479-0011. Extended care available.
Bransby YMCA Day Camp. Ages 5-17. May 27-Aug. 8. One-week sessions. Full day. Theme camps: horse, swim, adventure and sports camps. $120-$135/week. 1185 Rock Chapel Rd., Lithonia. 770-484-9622.
Camping in the City. Canterbury School. Ages 2-8. May 28-Aug. 9. 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Art, creative movement, swimming, cooking, computers, academics and field trips. $75/week. 360 Peachtree St., Atlanta. 404-522-5659. Camp’Us Adventures. Marietta High School. Ages 5-14. June 2-July 25. 6:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Roller skating, swimming, field trips, enrichment classes. $35/day or $140/week. 1171 Whitlock Ave., Marietta. 770-429-3170, ext. 3305. Camp CEO. Ages 12-15. June 9-13. 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Business ideas, cards and games; hands-on activities and a field trip. $106-$159. Hembree Park Recreation Center. 850 Hembree Rd., Roswell. 770-641-3760.
Carl E. Sanders YMCA Buckhead.
Ages 2-16. May 26-Aug. 22. One-week
sessions. 9 a.m.-
Children Today Montessori Learning Center. Ages 1½-6 years. June 1-July 31. 4-week sessions. 7 a.m.-noon, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. or 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Montessori learning and activities. $595-$1,085/session; varies by age. 10465 Jones Bridge Rd., Alpharetta. 770-817-8200.
Children’s Christian Summer Discovery Camp. Ages 5-10. June 9- July 25. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Gardening, mini-hiking, fishing, cooking, water play and field trips. $100/week. 4344 Danforth Rd., Atlanta. 404-914-6809. Childtime Summer Camp. Ages 5-12. May-August. Monthly sessions. 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Outer space, medieval times, archaeology, sports, inventions, weather, nature, music and dance activities. Field trips, and arts and crafts. Starts at $110-$130/session; varies by location. 11 Atlanta locations. 866-244-5384. Clairmont Presbyterian Church Summer Camp. Ages 5-13. June 2-Aug. 29. One-week sessions. Basketball, soccer, chess, robotics, softball, volleyball, Tae Kwon Do and dance. $130-$175/week. 1994 Clairmont Rd., Decatur. 404-634-3815. Club All-Star Sega. Ages 3-13. June 2-July 25. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-noon, $100/week; 9 a.m.-3 p.m., $160/week; 9 a.m.-5 p.m., $200/week. Themes are circus, safari, beach, all-star sports and space. 4680 Morton Rd., Alpharetta. 770-552-0700. Community Christian School. Ages 3-14. June 2-July 25. One-week sessions. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Bowling, skating, movies and age appropriate field trips, with older groups attending amusement and water parks. $130-$150/session. 2001 Jodeco Rd., Stockbridge. 678-432-0191. Connect Day Camp. The Family Church. Ages 6-12. One-week session. July 7-11. Mon.-Thurs., 7:45 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fri., 7:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Family Church has partnered with Winshape Camps to provide the ultimate day camp experience. $169. 5091 Hwy. 20, Sugar Hill. 800-448-6955, ext. 2396. Country Brook Montessori School. Ages 2-9. May-August. Two-week sessions. 7:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Arts and crafts, outdoor activities, games and classroom lessons. $224-$494/session. 2175 N. Norcross Tucker Rd., Norcross. 770-446-2397. Camp Courageous. Faith Life Christian Academy Preschool. Ages 5-12. May 27-Aug. 8. One-week sessions. 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Swimming, art, games and field trips. $150/week. 5701 Spalding Dr., Norcross. 770-729-9793. Covered Bridge Academy. Ages 3-9. May 21-Aug. 12. Two-week sessions. 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Swimming lessons, hikes, sports, and arts and crafts. $280-$350/session. 488 Hurt Rd., Smyrna. 770-801-8292. Covington Family YMCA. Ages 5-12. May 26-July 30. One-week sessions. Full day. Swim, sports and at least one field trip per week. $100/week. 2140 Newton Dr., Covington. 770-787-3908.
Creative Montessori. Ages 5-12. May 24- Aug. 8. One-week sessions. 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. or 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Arts and crafts, Montessori classes, field trips to Zoo Atlanta, American Adventures and more. $102-$171/week. 3001 Johnson Ferry Rd., Marietta. 770-992-8031. Créme de la Créme. Ages 5-10. May-August. 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Art, sports, foreign language, computers, field trips, water park and more. $285-$315/week; varies by location. Alpharetta, 770-777-2960; East Cobb, 770-971-2205; Peachtree Corners, 770-409-0000; Roswell, 770-998-1844; Sandy Springs, 404-256-4488; Sugarloaf, 678-389-4403.
Decatur Dekalb Family YMCA. Ages 3-15. May 27-Aug. 8. One-week sessions. Full and half day. Theme camps: gymnastics, dream and discover, and travel “Y” camp. $90-$170/ week. 1100 Clairemont Ave., Decatur. 404-377-9622.
Discovery Point. Ages 5-12. May-August. One-week sessions. 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Weekly themes, field trips, arts and crafts, and more. $110-$160/week. Acworth, Alpharetta, Buford, Canton, Cumming, Duluth, Kennesaw, Marietta, Sugar Hill. 770-622-2112. Dunwoody Baptist Church Summer Camps. Newborns-18 years. June -August 15. One-week sessions. Half and full day. Sports, Dance2Fitness, art camps and more. $95-$300/session. 1445 Mt. Vernon Rd., Atlanta. 770-280-1230. Eagle Point Day Camp. Ages 5-12. May 26-Aug. 1. Two-week sessions. Full day. Traditional day camp run by Forsyth County YMCA. $250/session. Transportation available. Lake Lanier. 770-888-2788.
East Cobb & Northeast Cobb YMCA Summer Day Camp. Ages 3½ -16. June 2-Aug. 10. One-week sessions. Half and full day. In-line hockey, elite hockey, tennis, traditional camping activities, basketball and elite basketball. East Cobb Mini Camps also available for ages 3-5. $69-$517/session. East Cobb: 1055 E. Piedmont Rd., Marietta. 770-977-5991. Northeast Cobb: 3010 Johnson Ferry Rd., Marietta. 678-569-9622. East Lake YMCA Urban Explorers. Ages 5-15. May 27-Aug. 8. One-week sessions. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Self-esteem building, nature crafts, swimming, games, field trips, dance and tennis. $70-$90/week. 275 East Lake Blvd., Atlanta. 404-373-6561. Epstein Summer Adventure. The Epstein School. Ages 3-12. June 2-27. Four one-week sessions. 9 a.m.-noon or 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Preschool program available. Sports, arts and crafts, digital photography, weekly themes and more. $145/session. 335 Colewood Way, Atlanta. 404-250-5606.
Camp Explorations. Bright Horizons Family Solutions. Ages 6-12. May 27-Aug. 8. Weekly sessions. 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Field trips, special visitors, water play, swimming and enrichments. $176/session. Ages, times and prices vary by location; 6 Atlanta locations. 866-854-1958. Family Life Warrior of the Word Summer Camp. Family Life Missionary Baptist Church. Ages 5-7. June 2-July 25. Eight-week session. 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Music; dance; athletics; SAT, ACT and CRCT preparation; biblical life applications and education. Meals included. $75/week. 1115 Morrow Rd., Morrow. 678-422-3227. Fayette Family YMCA. Ages 5-15. May 27-Aug. 8. One-week sessions. 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Swimming, canoeing, archery, riflery, sports, games, Leaders/Counselors in Training and more. $120/week. 215 Huiet Rd., Fayetteville. 770-719-9622. Camp Funtastic. Ages 5-12. May 27-Aug. 8. 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Arts and crafts, computer lab, water park, sports fitness center and field trips. $150-185/week. 8150 Majors Rd., Cumming. 678-455-0555. Future Leaders Summer Camp. Ages 5-12. May 26-Aug. 8. One-week sessions. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Movies, swimming, cooking, volunteering, performing arts and cultural activities. $90/week. 51 Polar Rd., Atlanta. 404-381-4780.
The Goddard Schools. Ages 6 weeks-10 years. May-August. Two-week sessions. 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Music, creative art, nature, sports, field trips and on-site visitors. $115-$200/week. 23 metro Atlanta locations. www.goddardschool.com. Camp Grace. Grace Baptist Church. Ages 3-14. June 2-July 25. One-week sessions. 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Field trips, music, swimming, arts, games and life skills. $150/week. 5790 Powder Springs Dallas Rd., Hiram. 770-222-3330, ext. 4121. Great Beginnings of Sugar Hill. Ages 4-14. May-August. 10½-week session. 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Theme is Travel USA: learn about the 50 states. $145. 1191 Level Creek Rd., Sugar Hill. 770-945-3995.
Gymnastics World of Georgia. Ages 3 and up. June-August. One-week sessions. 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. or 9:30 a.m.-2:30 pm. Dance camp with games, play, movement, and arts and crafts. Also weekly theme camp, from circus to water week. $120-$180/session. 5500 McGinnis Ferry Rd., Alpharetta. 770-751-9019. Hands On Atlanta Summer Service Camp. Ages 11-14. June 9-12, 16-20. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Learn the basics of community service. Field trips include Zoo Atlanta and Georgia Aquarium, as well as volunteer projects. $225/week. 600 Means St., Atlanta. 404-979-2831. Haygood Preschool Summer Camp. Ages 2-5. June-August. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Theme-based weeks include travel, art, sports, cooking and Spanish. $105-$135/week. 1015 E. Rock Springs Rd., Atlanta. 404-872-5806. Henry County YMCA. Ages 5-16. June 2-July 25. One-week sessions. Full day. Traditional camp and specialty camps. $90-$180/week. 615 Spraggins Memorial Pkwy., Stockbridge. 770-507-5437. High Meadows Summer Camp. Ages 4-13. June 2-Aug. 1. Two- and three-week sessions. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.; preschool, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Activities directed at self-improvement, environmental awareness and non-competitive achievement. $690-$930/session. 1055 Willeo Rd., Roswell. 770-993-7975. Highpoint Christian Academy. Ages 2-10. June 2-Aug. 1. One- or eight-week sessions. 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Field trips, arts and crafts, music, drama and sports in a Christian environment. $130/week. 3269 Old Concord Rd., Smyrna. 770-438-9923. Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School Summer Connection. Ages 3-17. June 2-Aug. 15. Various session lengths. Full and half day. Camps in academics, athletics and art. $100-$545/session. 805 Mt. Vernon Hwy. NW, Atlanta. 404-303-2150, ext. 992.
INK Summer Camp. Ages 5-11. June 2-July 11. One-week sessions. Times vary. Themes include Got Magic? Balloon Animal Camp, Let’s Get Growing, Camp Yogi, Junior Engineers and more. $50-$200/session. Interactive Neighborhood for Kids. 999 Chestnut St., Gainesville. 770-536-1900. Inman Park Cooperative Preschool Summer Camp. Inman Park. Ages 2-5. June-August. Three three-week sessions. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. All sessions include themed activities, cooking, water and outdoor play. “Out World,” “Art Camp” and “Summer Fun.” $168-$398/session. 760 Edgewood Ave. NE, Atlanta. 404-827-9796.
Kamp Kehillah. Temple Kehillat Chaim. Ages 18 months-5 years. June-July. One-week sessions. 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Arts and crafts, water play, drama and weekly themes. $105/session. 1145 Green St., Roswell. 770-641-8630.
Kennesaw State University Continuing Education Summer University. Ages 6-18. June 4-July 27. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Day camps include art, science, technology, dance and more. Starts at $149/week. 3333 Busbee Dr., Kennesaw. 770-423-6694. The Kids Connection. Ages 6-12. May 27-Aug. 1. Three- to 10-week sessions. 6 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Weekly field trips, swimming, arts and crafts, cooking and sports. $99-$150/week. 1515 Hickory Rd., 770-345-0533; 6615 Hickory Flat Hwy., 770-345-0100.
KinderCare Learning Center’s Summer Adventures. Ages 4-12. June-August. 6 a.m.-7 p.m.; hours vary by location. Weekly themed programs. $125; prices vary by location. 36 Atlanta area locations. 877-546-3372. www.kindercare.com. Camp Kudzu. Apostles Lutheran Child Development Center. Ages 5-8. May 27-Aug. 1. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Gymnastics, arts and crafts, karate, music and sports. $225/week. 6025 Glenridge Dr. NE, Atlanta. 404-256-3091. La Petite Academy Summer Camp. Ages 5-12. June-August. Two-week sessions. Summer themes include ecology, cooking, the global world and drama. $110-$130/week; prices and times vary by location. 24 Atlanta-area locations. www.lapetite.com. The Learning Academy of College Park. Ages 6 weeks-7 years. June 9-Aug. 13. Three-week sessions. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Themes include Water World, Olympic Games; arts and crafts, field trips, music, languages and more. Starts at $600/session. 1805 Harvard Ave., College Park. 404-766-9252. Legacy Academy. Ages 5-12. May-August. One-week sessions. 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Learn about friendships, outdoor fun, creativity and more. Starts at $150/week. 19 metro Atlanta locations. 770-932-0091. Little Flyers Summer Camp. Ages 5-12. May-August. One-week sessions. Arts and crafts, academic enrichment, computer games, outdoor fun and more. Weekly field trips. Meals included. $110/session. 1701 Columbia Ave., College Park. 404-305-6950. Camp Love Summer Enrichment Program. Friendship Community Church. Ages 5-14. May 27-Aug. 8. One-week sessions. 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Educational, spiritual and physical enrichment. Bible study, prayer, swimming, tennis, basketball. Meals included. $80-$100/week. Camp Yes is also available for ages 13-18. July 21-25. $65/week. 4141 Old Fairburn Rd., College Park. 404-349-6040.
Memorial Drive Presbyterian Community Children’s Program. Ages 6-12. June-August. Session lengths vary. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Swimming, field trips, arts and crafts, tutoring and more. Lunches and field trips included. $150/week. 5140 Memorial Dr., Stone Mountain. 404-296-1783. Montessori School of Alpharetta. Ages 3-12. June-August. Eight-week session. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Montessori classes, nature study, field trips, golf and tennis. $615-$1,045. 3290 Old Alabama Rd., Alpharetta. 770-667-1277. Montessori School at Cumming. Ages 18 months-12 years. May-August. Eight-week session. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Montessori classes, nature study, field trips, golf and tennis. $395-$975. 4601 Post Rd., Cumming. 770-205-6773. Montessori School at Emory. Ages 3-12. June 4-Aug. 3. Eight-week session. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Montessori classes, nature study, field trips, golf and tennis. $625-$950/session. 3021 N. Decatur Rd., Decatur. 404-634-5777. Montessori Super Summer Camp. Ages 3-6. June 16-20. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Learning, arts and crafts, music, cooking. $155-$175/week. Cross Of Life Christian Montessori. 1000 Hembree Rd., Roswell. 770-475-3812. Morningside Presbyterian Church Summer Camps. Ages 2-5. June 9-Aug. 15. Three- and five-day sessions. 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Outdoor, art, drama and literature activities. $180/three-day session; $225/five-day session. 1411 Morningside Dr., Atlanta. 404-685-8758. Mount Paran Christian School Summer Camps. Ages 5-17. June 2-July 18. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-noon or 1-4 p.m. Academics, sports, enrichment camps. $120-$200/week. 1275 Stanley Rd., Kennesaw. 770-578-0182.
Open Arms Lutheran Child Development Center-Buckhead. Ages 5-9. May-August. One-week sessions. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Swimming, field trips, drama, art, cooking, science, sports. $200/week. 4000 Roswell Rd. NE, Atlanta. 404-256-1330. Open Arms Lutheran Child Development Centers Summer Camps. Ages 5-12. May 23-Aug. 4. One-week sessions. Full day. Art, science, cooking, music, swimming, field trips, vacation Bible school and more. $100/week and up; varies by location. Alpharetta, 770-475-6570; Dunwoody, 770-640-8611; Kennesaw, 770-428-2767. Pace Academy Summer Programs. Ages 3 ½-13. June 9-July 25. One-week sessions (3 ½-5 years); two- and three-week sessions (5-12 years). Full and half day. Traditional day camps including swimming, recreation, arts and crafts, sports, specialty camps, leaders in training program and more. $215-$305/preschool camp; $640-$915/elementary camp. 966 W. Paces Ferry Rd., Atlanta. 404-240-9130. Paideia School Summer Camp. Ages 3-13. June 9-27; June 30-July 18. Three-week sessions. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. or 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Art, sports, games and outings. Specialty half day camps also available. $330-$675/session. 1509 S. Ponce de Leon Ave., Atlanta. 404-377-3491. Peachtree Corners Learning Center Camp. Ages 4-12. May 27-Aug. 2. One-week sessions. 6:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Arts and crafts, and outdoor recreation. $75/week. 6375-M Spalding Dr., Norcross. 770-441-9562. Peachtree Park Prep Scholar’s Club Camp. Ages 5-12. May 27-Aug. 8. Four-week sessions. 6:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Field trips, enrichment programs and sports camp. Toddler, preschool and entertainers. $725-$1,230/month. Medlock Bridge Rd., 770-497-6680; Old Milton Pkwy., 770-667-8854. Alpharetta. Peachtree Road United Methodist Church Summer Camps. Ages 3-18. June 9-Aug 27. One-week sessions. Basketball, soccer, art, gymnastics, karate, cooking, theatre and multi-sport camps. $85-$240/week. 3180 Peachtree Rd. NW, Atlanta. 404-266-2386. Pinecrest Academy. Ages 4-17. June
9-Aug. 1. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Technology, sports, drama, art, dance,
science and imaginative exploration.
$30-$250. 955 Peachtree Pkwy., Cumming. Pleasant Hill Presbyterian Preschool. Ages 2-5. June 16-20; July 14-18; Aug. 11-15. One-week sessions. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Cooking, singing, crafts and under-the-sea adventures. $100/week. 3700 Pleasant Hill Rd., Duluth. 770-476-8716. Primary Prep Academy Wet & Wild Summer Camp. Ages 5-10. June 2-Aug. 6. One-week sessions. 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Swimming, field trips, sports, art, computers, theme parties and more. $185/week includes field trips, meals and snacks. 1887 West Oak Pkwy., Marietta. 678-594-8700. Primrose Schools – Smarter Summer Fun. Ages 4-10. June-August. 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Themed camps, field trips, physical activities and more. Starts at $130/week. 36 metro Atlanta locations. 770-529-4100.
Renaissance Learning Center. Ages 4-12. June-August. One-week sessions. 6:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Sports, dancing, cooking, reading, computers, foreign languages, swimming and field trips. $126/week. 120 Renaissance Pkwy., Atlanta. 404-876-1779.
Robin’s Nest Summer Camp. Ages 4-15. May 27- Aug. 8. Three-week sessions. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Morning devotion, Bible study, prayer, academics, basketball, softball, volleyball, tennis, swimming, skating, movies, book club and field trips. $99/week; $270/ three-week session. 5780 Old National Hwy., College Park. 770-997-0586.
Rose Garden Montessori. Ages 3-11. June 4- Aug. 3. One- and four-week sessions. 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Individual attention, certified teachers, enrichment programs, playgrounds and field trips. $115/week; $625/month. 3829 Roswell Rd., Marietta. 770-579-1979. Sandy Springs Academy. Ages 4-7. May 26-Aug. 8. Six-week session. 7:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Weekly themes, field trips, outdoor activities, music, Christian activities. $200/week. 270 Hilderbrand Dr., Sandy Springs. 404-255-6166. Scenic Summer Camp. Covered Bridge Montessori. Ages 2-6. May 21-Aug. 5. Two-week sessions. 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Swimming lessons, hikes, sports, and arts and crafts. $250-$312.50/session. 3941 Covered Bridge Pl., Smyrna. 770-434-3181. Second Ponce De Leon Baptist Church. Ages 2-12. June 2-Aug. 22. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Themes include “Ooey, Gooey Kids,” “Sporties For Shorties,” “Big Top Adventures” and “Fairy Tales & Nursery Rhymes.” $165/week. Family Life Center. 2715 Peachtree Rd. NE, Atlanta. 404-231-0375. Sheltering Arms Summer Camps. Ages 6 weeks-8 years. May-August. One-week sessions. 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Field trips, enrichment activities and learn-through-play curriculum. Free-$160/week. Children with special needs welcome. 16 metro Atlanta locations. 404-523-2767. Shreiner Academy. Ages 2-12. May 27-Aug. 8. One-week sessions. 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Field trips, swimming, arts and crafts, and more. $170-$221/week. 1340 Terrell Mill Rd., Marietta. 770-953-1340. Smoke Rise Baptist Church Summer Day Camp. Ages 5-16. May 29-Aug. 3. One-week sessions. Spirit camp ages 5-11, Back-Hall camp ages 12-16. Academics, community service, field trips, swimming, recreation, crafts and more. $180-$200/week. 5901 Hugh Howell Rd., Stone Mountain. 678-469-1377. Sonworld Adventure Park. Norcoss First United Methodist Church. Ages 5-12. One-week session. June 23-27. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Vacation Bible school featuring Christ-centered fun. Free. 2500 Beaver Ruin Rd., Norcross. 770-448-4142.
South DeKalb Family YMCA Day Camp. Ages 5-12. May 27-Aug. 8. One-week sessions. Full day. Traditional day camp with weekly themes, swimming, crafts and sports. $83-$98/week. 2565 Snapfinger Rd., Decatur. 770-987-3500. St. Martin’s Summer Camp. Ages 4-11. July 14-25. Two-week session. 9 a.m.-noon. Sports including golf, edible art and art barn. $115-$125/week. 3110-A Ashford Dunwoody Rd., Atlanta. 404-237-4260, ext. 380. Storyville Children’s Books Camp. June-July. One-week sessions. Ages 3-5: Animal Fair; $125/week. Ages 5-7: Summer Fun; $125/week. Ages 5-9: Webkinz Camp; $100/week. 1-3 p.m. Johns Creek Walk, 11035 Medlock Bridge Rd., Duluth. 770-813-9522. Summit Family YMCA Day Camp. Ages 5-14. May 27-Aug. 3. One-week sessions. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Camp Expedition, specialty and sports camps. Leaders in Training Camp also. $110-$160/week. 1765 East Hwy 34, Newnan. 770-254-9622. The Sunshine House. Ages 3-12. May-August. One-week sessions. 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; times vary by center. Arts and crafts, games and field trips each week. $105-$160/week. Locations in Bartow, Cherokee, Cobb, DeKalb, Douglas, Fulton, Gwinnett, Hall, Henry and Paulding counties. 770-979-3666. Temple Beth Tikvah. Ages 2-5. June 10-Aug. 1. Monthly and weekly sessions. 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Art, water and sensory play as part of a Jewish, child-centered day. Starts at $555/session. 9955 Coleman Rd., Roswell. 678-350-0076. Tumbletots Preschool Camp. Ages 2-6. May 27-Aug. 22. Two- and three-day sessions. 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. or 1:30-5 p.m. Moonwalk, indoor playground, art, music, stories, themes. $50-$70/week. Spalding and Holcomb Bridge Rd., Norcross. 770-729-9660. Tutor Time Adventure Camp. Ages 5-12. May-August. One-week sessions. 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Sports, field trips, arts and crafts, water activities and more. $160/week. 3620 S. Cobb Dr., Smyrna. 770-319-9050.
Waldorf School of Atlanta Summer Camps. Ages 4 and up. June-August. One-week sessions. Play and nature camp for younger children. Basketball, strategy games, baking, cooking, string orchestra, knitting, crochet, sewing and drama camps. $150-$200/week. 827 Kirk Rd., Decatur. 404-377-1315. Camp Wee-Shine. Johnson Ferry Baptist Church. Ages 2-6. June-July. One-week sessions. 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Movement, arts and crafts, music, storytelling, water play and sports. Starts at $85/week. 955 Johnson Ferry Rd., Marietta. 770-794-2997. Camp Westminster Day Trek. Ages 6-12. June 1-July 18. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Horseback riding, nature exploration, arts, soccer, swimming lessons, climbing wall; Christian values. $175-$400/week. 1438 Sheridan Rd. NE, Atlanta. 770-483-2225. Wills Park Day Camp. Ages 3 ½ -15. June 2-Aug. 1. One-week sessions. 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Arts and crafts, swimming, special events. $150/week. Teen travel camp for ages 13-15, $262.50. 11925 Wills Rd., Alpharetta. 678-297-6130.
Woodward Academy. Ages 5-11. June 9-July 18. One-week sessions. 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Arts and crafts, computer lab, swimming, outdoor activities and field trips. $225/week. 3400 Madison St., College Park. 404-765-3565.
YWCA of Greater Atlanta. Ages 4-12 (must have completed Pre-K). June 2-Aug. 8. Two-week sessions. 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Educational and recreational activities, field trips. Meals included. $300/session. 957 North Highland Ave., Atlanta. 404-892-3476, ext. 106. History Camps
Atlanta Preservation Center. Ages 10-14. June-July. One-week sessions. 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. “Mystery in the City.” Morning field trips to historic sites and afternoon mystery writing activities. $450/session. 990 Peachtree St., Atlanta. 404-814-2063. Bartow History Center Summer Camps. Ages 4 and up. June 2-July 25. One-day and one-week sessions. 9 a.m.-noon. Arts and crafts, and weekly themes including Pioneer Days, Time Travelers and Bartow Soldiers. $20-$100. 13 N. Wall St., Cartersville. 770-382-3818. Bulloch Hall Camps. Ages 6-11. June 23-26; July 14-18, 21-23. Four-day sessions. 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. or 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Learn about manners and explore life in the 1800s with crafts, open-hearth cooking, games, period dress and tours. Meals provided. $175/session. 180 Bulloch Ave., Roswell. 770-992-1731.
Camp Yesteryear. Smith Plantation Home. Ages 7-12. June 23-27. One-week session. 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Open hearth cooking, 19th century games and crafts like flower pressing, sewing, and gold and gem panning. $150. 935 Alpharetta St., Roswell. 770-641-3978. Horse Camps
Bent Mallet Farms. Ages 6 and up. June 2-July 25. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Riding instruction, horsemanship, barn management and crafts. Emphasis on safety and supervision. Horse shows on Friday. $355/session. 4095 Big Creek Overlook, Alpharetta. 404-441-6049. Big Boot Summer Camp. Big Boot Ranch. Ages 5-12. June-August. One-week sessions. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Pony and horseback riding lessons, fishing, game room, petting zoo, hay rides, swimming and more. $100/week. 677 Panola Rd., Ellenwood. 770-808-6262. Cowgirl City Ranch. Ages 8-15. May 26-Aug. 8. Full day. Therapeutic riding, caring for farm animals, organic gardening, swimming. Camp ends with a youth western Rodeo Extravaganza. Scholarships available. $250/week. 345 Ellison Rd., Tyrone. 770-896-5452.
Falcon Ridge Stables Fun Horse Camp. Ages 7-15. June 2-Aug. 1. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Learn riding basics, horse care, horsemanship and more. $300/week. 347 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock. 770-516-1981.
Grove River Ranch. Girls 8-17. June 5-Aug. 1. Two- and four-day sessions. At least three hours of riding per day, equine academics, horse care, horse-related arts and crafts. $275-$450/session. 345 Hickory Flat Dr., Gillsville. 706-677-0072.
Rose Ridge Farm. Ages 6-17. May 26-Aug. 15. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Beginner, intermediate and advanced riding lessons. Grooming, tacking, horse hoof care, horsemanship and crafts. $300/session. 5295 Morton Rd., Alpharetta. 770-442-0660 or 404-259-6467.
Sonora Creek. Sonora Farms. Ages 5-13. June-July. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. or 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Horseback riding, horse care and swimming. $290-$410/week. 1937 Gaddis Rd., Canton. 678-614-5636. Tir-na-nog Farm. Ages 5 and up. June 1-Aug. 1. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Horseback riding, horse care, barn management, and arts and crafts. $225/child. 14295 Providence Rd., Alpharetta. 404-630-0007. White Dog Farm. Ages 6 and up. May-August. Three-day sessions. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Beginning horseback riding with basic horsemanship, safety and animal care. $80/day; $200/session. 685 Old Alpharetta Rd., Alpharetta. 770-889-7373. Willow South Riding School. Ages 6-12. May 27-July 28. One-week sessions. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Beginning and intermediate riding and horse care. $350/week. 10275 Jones Bridge Rd., Johns Creek. 770-664-6622. Yule Forest Stables. Ages 5-12. June. Three one-week sessions. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Basic horse facts, riding lessons, horse science, care, grooming, handling, boarding, safety and hoof care. $65-$95. 3565 Hwy. 155, Stockbridge. 770-954-9356. Language Camps
Beyond Learning. Ages 2-9. June 2-Aug. 1. One-week sessions. 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Total immersion Spanish camp with crafts, songs, games, story time and weekly themes. $190/week. 13695 Hwy. 9, Alpharetta. 770-664-6711. My Spanish Workshop. Ages 3 and up. June 2-27. 2:30-5 p.m. Learn about the cultures of countries that speak Spanish with puppets, food, dance, music and more. $100/week. 11050 Crabapple Rd., Roswell. 770-552-2626. North Atlanta International Academy. Ages 1-12. June 2-July 25. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Interactive language immersion for beginners or advanced. French, Spanish, German and Mandarin. Arts and crafts, games, singing, music, books and more. $250/week or $480-$1,050/month. Cumming/John’s Creek area. 770-205-5574. The Spanish Academy. Ages 2-8. June-July. One-week sessions. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. with optional lunch. Total immersion thematic Spanish camps with games, art, music and movement, outdoor play and snacks. $170/we | ||||||||||||||||||
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Challenge and Champions. Emory
University. Ages 11-14. June 23-July 11.
Three-week session. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Enrichment classes, learning activities,
study skills, physical education and more.
$950. Student Activity and Academic Center.
1946 Starvine Way, Decatur. 404-727-6471.