2023 Orange County Summer Camps Guide - South OC Moms - South OC Moms

Who is ready to have the best summer yet? Check out the fantastic listing of local South Orange County Summer Camps, that can’t wait to host your child this summer. Click on the links below to register your child for Summer Camp.

YMCA of Orange County

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Plan your summer of FUN at the Y! The YMCA of Orange County has it all covered for you and your kiddos this summer. They are offering a wide variety of different camps and activities for children ages 4-14 all over Orange County. They have it all, everything from day camps, sports camps, sleepaway camps and the ever popular esports camp.

Day Camp is a week long camp where kids will get to enjoy an Adventure through Time Travel. Their travel expeditions will include Sports • Outdoor Activities • STEAM Activities • Field Trips • Character Development • Community Service Projects & more!

Sleepaway Campers will get to pick between Camp Elk(Wrightwood, CA) and Camp Oakes(Big Bear, CA) this summer. Their adventure will include exploring nature, hiking, archery, canoeing, campfires & more. Campers are sure to learn something new and create memories to last a lifetime. Last but not least, ESports camp is available for all those gamers out there. This program offers curriculum-based learning while also engaging kids who are passionate about video games.

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City of Aliso Viejo

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Sail Into Summer!

The City of Aliso Viejo has a bounty of perfect summer voyages for youth ages 2-17. Choose from a diverse collection of over 200 camps that promise to keep kids moving, creating, performing, and discovering. A great option is the Aliso Viejo City Day Camp which offers a full day of fun that includes a weekly trip to Aliso Viejo Aquatic Center and a weekly excursion. Choose your summer adventure and say aye-aye to camps in Aliso Viejo!

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Matt Leinart Flag Football

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Each day will include football fundamental drills covering different positions, followed by flag football games where players can put those new skills to use for kids 4 to 14.. Players will receive instruction from experienced, professional coaches, with age appropriate drills in an approximate 10-1 player to coach ratio. Campers will receive a t-shirt, and there will be daily prizes and awards.

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Females in Flag OC

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Looking for a fun way to stay active and learn a new sport this summer? Register for the Females in Flag girls flag football summer camp, and join one of the fastest growing sports in the country. 

The camp is for players of all skill levels, and is designed to teach girls the fundamentals of flag football in a supportive and encouraging environment. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to improve your skills, our experienced coaches will provide instruction to help you reach your goals. Plus, you’ll get to make new friends and have a blast on the field!

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National Gymnastics

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Summer is just around the corner and we are excited to invite campers from 4.5 yrs to 14 yrs. With health and safety protocols in place, adventure awaits as each camp day will be filled with fun activities including gymnastics, games, arts & crafts. Don’t delay and sign up today.
 

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Stratford School

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Summer at Stratford…It’s not just a camp, it’s an experience. Campers have many options to choose from – Academic, Specialty, Day, Sports Camps and extended day with endless, AWESOME experiences to keep campers engaged and excited
all summer long. Camp runs from June 6 – August 11; from 8:00AM-6:00PM for Ages 2.5 – 14. Learn more at stratfordschools.com/summer.

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Azarian Gymnastics

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Does your child love to tumble, twirl and jump? Come join us for our thrilling weeks of summer camp! Our camps are a great way to enjoy fabulous times with old and new friends. We incorporate many exciting exercises and educational activities to ensure a fun-filled program for all campers. Bring your friends and come join us for a few days, a week, or the whole summer! Weekly themes include Under the Sea, Wild Animal Adventures, Dino-Mania, Once Upon a Time, Lego Masters, Fairytale Fantasies, Superhero Academy, Super Mario World, and Aloha! They have Full Day – 9:00am-3:00pm & Half Day9:00am-12:00pm, for kids ages 4 to 10 years old.Sign up now.

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Magic Steps Studios

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Our Summer Farm School Camps at Zoomars in San Juan Capistrano are the perfect place for your animal-loving child. Our days are filled with hands-on animal and farming education, animal interactions, arts, crafts , music and a ton of fun! Camp fee includes daily admission into Zoomars, a camp t-shirt, animal feed baskets & a train ride. For ages 4 – 7. Spaces are limited so register today at www.FarmSchoolOC.com
 

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Code Ninja Ladera Ranch

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Transform your child’s love for technology into an exciting learning adventure. Guided by our team of Code Senseis, Code Ninjas Camps empower kids to gain valuable tech skills and make new friends. It’s an unforgettably fun learning experience!

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American Beach Volleyball Club

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Come play at the best beach club! Fun high-level beach volleyball training for beginners through pros, youth through college, co-ed. Ages 12-24. Beach volleyball helps all athletes with strength, speed, and agility.  Encouraging coaches teach hitting, passing, setting, defense, blocking and serving.  ABVC plays at Doheny State Beach in Dana Point ALL YEAR LONG. Fun weekly sessions for AGES 12+  all of June & July! Three weeks of fun for ages 10-12
Email [email protected]. Register via our website http://www.AmericanBeachVolleyballClub.com

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Heat Culinary

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This summer, HEAT is offering International Pastry Camps, as well as World Cuisine Camps.  Each of these week-long camps is going to be offered for kids (ages 8-12) and teens (ages 13-18) at all 3 of our locations, and the camps will be running throughout the summer.

Friendships and fun times are sure to ensue throughout the food-filled festivities, as these junior chefs learn new and improve upon their current culinary skills in the HEAT kitchen!

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City of Newport Beach

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Welcome to Newport Beach where your child can enjoy the best Southern California has to offer. With hundreds of camps to choose from you’re invited to explore our shores in a sailing, surf, and bodyboarding camp, enjoy the breeze in a range of outdoor sports and active camps, or embrace the shade in one of the many science, music, technology, and art camps awaiting you. For
more information, visit campnewport.com. Sign up by May 4 and receive a 10% or more discount on most camps!

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Kidcreate Studio

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Our energized summer art camps will inspire and educate your young artist in an environment where giggles and grins are encouraged. Themed weekly camps focus on basic art principles and offer a wide range of techniques and materials. Campers ages 3-12 will explore, get messy and have fun!  Camps are held weekly in our Dana Point studio, June through August. Morning and afternoon options are available. 2023 Registration opens March 18th.

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Culinary Kids

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Young chefs are learning complete meals with a: main, dish side dish and dessert. For kids ages 6-13, all week long from Monday to Friday in Aliso Viejo and San Clemente.
 

Anneliese School

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Anneliese Schools offers a variety of intellectually stimulating camps that build confidence, independence, leadership skills and responsibility, mixed with opportunities for play in supervised natural settings. We offer a choice of camps designed to deepen passions in physical activities, nature exploration, foreign languages, arts, sciences, mathematics, literacy, and engineering, all while having fun! Summer camp is for students aged 4-13 years of age

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Goods & Goats Market

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Join us for SUMMER FUN on the GOAT FARM!! Summer campers will immerse themselves into farm life by getting hands-on educational programming that focuses on cultivating the land and caring for our animals. Start each day with a morning meditation, intention setting and dream journaling!
Then students will move to our gardens and goat areas where we will focus on planting, propagating our gardens, soil health, plant anatomy, animal husbandry and overall farm care. Campers will get hands-on one on one time with our Nigerian Dwarf goats; learning about proper goat care and anatomy with a focus on mama’s and babies. Each Summer Camp week will have a different focus and include crafts such as birdhouse building, tie-dying, garden gnomes, kindness rock project, farm celebrations, science experiments, water gun games, watermelon party and more….
Campers will end the day with free time around the farm where they can interact with our resident bunnies, guinea pigs, chickens and plenty time to soar on our ziplines. There is no better place to spend the long summer days than on the farm surrounded by nature and the love of our goats. Join us now!!
Week long camps Monday-Fridays Ages 6-12 years old
 

LA Galaxy

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Whether your player is just starting their soccer journey, looking to enhance those skills or wanting to be discovered, we’ve got them covered all summer long. Our programs offer a variety of engaging, positive and professional types of training for players ages 6-16 and of all skill levels who are eager to have fun and learn. You can find us at Dignity Health Sports Park, Glendale Sports Complex, Orange County Great Park, Chapparosa Park and more!

 

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South OC Hybrid Homeschool

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Summer at SOCHH is here! Now offering JUNE and JULY day camps for the community. Our June camp is for your littlest explorers, aged 2 to incoming 1st grade, where they will adventure together over weekly themes focusing on age appropriate soft skills in a play based environment. Our signature JULY camp is offering both AM and PM sessions and is open to incoming Kinder to 8th grade. The AM camp can be thought of as a bootcamp to strengthen grade level concepts taught in previous years and to jumpstart their learning for the upcoming school year! Subjects covered include Math and Literature (as well as phonics in younger grades), STEAM projects and enrichment workshops. PM Enrichment camp is mixed level elective courses revolving around theme based mini lessons and crafts, mixed in with some old fashion summer camp FUN like waterplay, relay games, popsicles, etc! Pick and choose which week and sessions work best for you. Sign up for the June Session or the July Session.
 

The Center Stage Studio

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Join the CSS Nationally ranked performance teams by first getting a “taste” of what team is. Performers will meet every Friday to learn a routine, much like the CSS Teams do, to perform for friends and family on Saturday, June 3rd. Train performers with an acting monologue and song for 2024 team auditions. Learn a jazz and MT routine to perform at showcase Basic jazz and vocal technique. For ages 5 to 13. Class meets every Friday from April 7th until June 3rd.

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¡OLÉ! Spanish Services

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 ¡OLÉ!’s Spanish classes are movement based and include art, games and songs. Summer pre school- K classes include chalk, water and ball games, hula hoop activities, jump rope fun and other outdoor summer activities. Summer classes meet twice a week. 

The Center Stage Studio

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CAMP CSS! Is a performing arts camp for kids ages 6 – 12! This is a weekly camp (M-F) 9a.m. – 3p.m. Each week campers will celebrate a unique Musical experience with an end of week presentation of our work for family and friends. Campers will also enjoy camp songs, team building exercises, arts & crafts, the movies & a taste of comedy!

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The Center Stage Studio

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CAMP CSS! Is a performing arts camp for kids ages 6 – 12! This is a weekly camp (M-T) 3:30pm – 8:30pm & (F) 4:30pm – 8:30pm. CSS & THE BEAT OFFER WEEKLY DANCE INTENSIVE FOR ALL LEVELS. GROUPS ARE DIVIDED BY AGE AND LEVEL.
 

Evolution Sports Academy

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Evolution Sports Academy includes daily exposure to archery, soccer, volleyball, basketball, arts & crafts, and fun pool activities including introductory swimming, water polo, and fun relay races. We offer full week camp Monday- Friday 9:00am-4:00pm as an option. Evolution Sports Academy will be offered for 10 weeks over the summer months.  The Sports Camps are tailored for ages 5-12.

 

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Laguna Niguel Racquet Club

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Hey Parents, it’s time to register for Summer Camp 2023 Great tennis, swimming, and fun await your child at Laguna Niguel Racquet Club so look no further. Sign up for two-week sessions starting June 5th operating until August 10th. Sessions will sell out quickly. Register right away to secure a spot. Camp runs Full-day hours: 10:45 – 2:30,   half-day: 10:45 – 12:15, or 1:00 – 2:30 optional swim from 2:30 – 3:00pm. Camp is divided up by age from 5 and up.

 

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Strategic Kids

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Strategic Kids welcomes you to join our STEAM Summer Camp. Our unique program combines fun and learning in an environment that encourages children to explore and develop new skills through such activities as LEGO, Chess, Origami, Magic and much more! Register for early bird special discounts going on until March 31st

Spark your child’s creative potential with Strategic Kids STEAM Summer Camp! Camp weeks run from June 5th to August 7th. With no camps the weeks of July 3rd,10th & 17th. There are full day and half day options for kids ages 6 – 13.

 

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KG Beach Camp

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KG Beach Camps has been a part of the Dana Point Harbor since 1987. Children, ages 4 to 13, enjoy a variety of activities offered from three different camps based out of Baby Beach, near the Ocean Institute.

Age-appropriate camps range from the Mini Minnows (ages 4 to 6) to Beach Safari (ages 6 to 9), and H20 Adventures (ages 9 to 13).

Campers participate in activities such as trips to the local tidepools, crab hunting, stand-up paddle boarding, sailing, kayaking, rowing, whale watching on Dolphin Dave’s Catamaran Safari, beach games, crafts and so much more. Camps fill up fast, so book early. Camps run from June 12 through August 4. Call 949.842.5211 or email [email protected] for more information.

 

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Ovations Performing Arts

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Our 2023 Camp Schedule is out!

Ovations Summer Camps are fun offering a safe environment for your children to make friends and learn to perform in front of an audience.  In a very short time, your child’s confidence will grow.  Our camp hours are 10 am to 3 pm  Monday through Friday for Ages 6-15. Discounts are available for siblings and booking multi-camps. If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected]. For further information and to register, click here.

 

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Portal Languages – Mission Viejo

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Our Spanish Summer Camp at Zommars at the farm is located in the heart of San Juan Capistrano.

Very nice and charming Spanish town featuring a Train Station from 1894 and Mission San Juan Capistrano including the swallows which remain the favorite attraction for spring. This is the perfect place to have a Spanish Camp. Activities include farm animal education and interaction, gardening, arts, crafts, songs and the playground! It is the perfect way for the children to socialize with animals and friends all in Spanish. This is an immerse Spanish camp and our teachers will speak Spanish all the time. This program inspires a love for learning the language and Spanish culture in a creative and fun way! Fridays we do piñatas and water games!

Our camp includes the following: Zoomars entrance fee, food for animals, art supplies, train rides and photos of camp daily. Camp runs Monday-Friday from 10AM to 2PM, for kids pre-school to 6th grade. Price per week is $380. Siblings get an 10% off.

 

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Contender eSports Irvine

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Contender eSports STEM accredited summer camps create comradery while improving gaming skills. We offer a variety of summer camps for children ages 7 to 14 years old. Our programs, from Free Play to Minecraft Mania, are safe, educational, and,
most importantly, fun!

BENEFITS OF ESPORTS:
+ Social skills
+ Teamwork
+ Managing success and failure
+ Hanging out with like-minded friends
+ Strategic thinking
+ Fun introduction to various STEAM careers

We offer camps centered on the popular games everyone enjoys playing. Snacks and lunch are included. Early drop off and late pick up are available at no additional cost. For more information and to register, visit our website or contact us at (949) 544-0808.

 

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Pedalheads Bike Program

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Let’s ride, LA! Our learn-to-ridePedalheads Bikeprogram for kids 3-12 is best known for helping kids get off training wheels! Once they can ride comfortably on two wheels, they can progress to our advanced levels where they will learn how to ride safely on the road. Our program has taught over 500,000 kids how to ride with confidence! Summer camps held weekly from June 12 to August 18.
Pedalheads bike camps locations: Fountain Valley, Los Angeles, Manhattan Beach, Newport/Costa Mesa, Pasadena, Santa Monica & Tarzana.

 

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Ultimate Ninjas Anaheim Hills

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Ultimate Ninjas Camps are specially designed to teach the techniques used to conquer any obstacle – and we have many!

During training our focus is on getting fit and having FUN while building strength, endurance, coordination, and learning pro tips and and techniques to quickly and safely maneuver through various obstacles. Camps are designed for ages 5-16

Ninja Camps include:

+ Obstacle Stations
+ Working on techniques
+ Courses
+ Games
+ Open play

 

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Sandy Toes Nature School

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Not all learning occurs within four walls.

Come join us at our nature preschool in Capistrano Beach. We are offering week-long summer camps down at the beach and park for children ages 2.5 to 6 years old. Camp will be held the first two weeks of June, June 5 – 9 & June 12 – 16 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm five days a week. There are options for 2 or 3 day weeks as well. Every day includes art, science, games, and fun. Program is led by experienced, educated professional teaching staff in a safe and secure location.

Join Sandy Toes Nature School this summer! Space is limited.

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Sway Ballroom Dance

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Partner dancing is a great way for kids to build self-confidence, and develop a skill they will enjoy their whole lives.  We are excited to develop young dancers in our kids Ballroom. Kids Ballroom Dance Camp
July 24-28th for kids ages 6-12. Camp runs from 1:30 – 3:45 and costs $155 for first child; $130 for each additional child

Dances covered include Cha Cha, Samba, Rumba, Jive, Waltz, Tango, and Foxtrot. 

 

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UCI Writing Project’s Summer Youth Program

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The UCI Writing Project is celebrating its 40th year of its Summer Youth Program. Since its establishment in 1984, the Summer Youth Program has continued to grow and thrive, impacting thousands of students from around the globe. Our certified and credentialed instructors provide high-quality instruction using research-based best practices to support the development of young readers, writers, mathematicians, and scientists. We invite you to explore our course offerings and we hope to see you this summer!
 

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Pinot’s Palette – Rancho Santa Margarita

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  • Summer Art Camps at Pinot’s Palette are back!
    School is out and it’s time to schedule the camp schedule for your kids. If you are looking for a creative and fun camps for your kids, then Little Brushes camps at Pinot’s Palette are perfect for you. 8 weeks of art camps with a exciting theme each week. Daily and Weekly registration available for kids 6 to 12 years old. All supplies included.

 

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Bonjour Ballet

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Bonjour Ballet’s summer camps include games, literature, arts, crafts, and of course – ballet. All campers ages 4 to 8 will learn a dance to perform at the end of the week. Campers will have a magical and fun filled week where they will create ballet memories with new and old friends! Summer camps are available at both our studios – San Clemente and Rancho Santa Margarita for half day sessions, for 4 days a week.

 

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