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Our annual "Summer Camp Guide" includes information on many area camps and programs including prices, dates, age ranges and contact information. It's your one-stop guide to Central Texas summer camps. Happy trails!

Abacus Brain Gym

Help your child build a mighty mind during his/her critical formative years. Achieve strong memory, self confidence, creative imagination and more.
Ages: 5-11
Dates: June 14-18, June 21-25, July 12-16, July 19-23, Aug. 9-13, Aug. 16-20
Cost: $165
Phone: (512) 775-0454
For more info, visit us online.

Abacus School of Austin Summer Camp

Each week your child will participate in indoor and outdoor activities. Our school offers swim lessons and daily recreational swimming. Each week your child will be introduced to theme based projects that offer the opportunity to express creativity and fine motor development. Art projects, Cooking classes, Computer Lab, Adventure-seeking field trips. Reserve your spot in summer camp early, as space is limited.
Ages: Kindergarten – 9th grade
Dates: June 1 – August 20
Cost: $225
Phone: (512) 381-2200
For more info, visit us online.

Abrakadoodle Art Education

Calling all artists! Featuring new HALF DAY and FULL DAY schedules with AFTERCARE options at 10 great locations around the metro area and 8 new art camp themes have been especially created for your child's learning and fun! For more info, visit us online.
Ages: 3-14
Dates: June 14-Aug. 13, 2010
Cost: $179-$315
Phone: (512) 380-7555
For more info, visit us online.

Adventure Cook

Each of the five days the cooks will do two unique recipes. In between the recipes we will run around on the playground (weather permitting) to get our crazies out. As always there will be a story tied to each of the recipes. We are really excited about this format as we have to pass on so many recipes due to the time constraints on our class. Imagine, 4 hours nothing is off limits!
Ages: 3 and up
Dates: Session I - July 19-23 Session II – July 26–30
Cost: $180
Phone: (281) 846-5437
For more info, visit us online.

All That Cheer - Summer Time Fun Camps (Round Rock)

Full-day or half-day camps will have your kids tumbling, dancing & cheerleading. Field Trips for full day campers, crafts, etc.
Ages: 3-15
Dates: June 7-11, June 14-18, June 21-25, June 28 - July 2, July 26-30, August 9-13
Cost: $75-$165
Phone: (512) 246-2288
For more information, visit us online.

Art Explorers and Discovering Watercolors

Ongoing fun summer art camps for kids ages 3 years old to teens and young adults. Classes are taught by famous Austin based artist Monica Araoz, whose art is on display in many galleries across the country including Austin's very own' Art on the Fifth.' Kids will learn drawing, painting, sculpture, watercolors and even print making.
Ages: 3 to young adult
Dates: June 1 - Aug. 13
Cost: $150+
Phone: (512) 415-8267
For more information, visit us online.

Arthur Murray Kid's Ballroom Dance Camp

Start your kid's off on the right foot with the Arthur Murray Kid's Ballroom Summer Dance Camp! Arthur Murray Kid's Dance Camp will teach your child poise and etiquette, while at the same time teaching them an invaluable skill that they will be able to use the rest of their life. All of the basic social dances are taught such as Rumba, Cha Cha, Waltz, Swing, Foxtrot & Tango. We even throw in some Salsa and 2-Step.
Ages: 7-12; 13-16
Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays in July
Cost: $200
Phone: (512) 454-7663
For more info, visit us online.

The Art Garage

Have kids that love to create? These art camps are full of awesome projects kids love! Kids will get to experiment with all sorts of art media--mosaic, paint-your-own pottery, fused glass, clay, tie-dye, painting and so much more! A different theme each week--seven different camps to choose from!
Ages: 5-15
Dates: June 7- Aug. 13 (Nine sessions)
Cost: $189 -$254
Phone: (512) 852-9900
For more information, visit us online.

Austin Aztex Youth Soccer Program

Austin Aztex Youth Soccer Camps offer the best value and experience to any youth players in the greater Austin area. All our camps are coached by professional soccer players from the Austin Aztex soccer team who offer the highest level of coaching and experience to youth players.
Ages: 4-18
Dates: June 7 – August 13
Cost: $175-$225
Phone: (512) 335-8881
For more info, visit us online.

Austin Centex Basketball Camp

Campers can expect to learn: Footwork fundamentals, ball-handling, and individual moves to the basket. Team concepts and essentials such as: screens and cuts to basket. The correct defensive stance for on and off the ball and how to play defense according to their position. Special attention will be given to developing self-confidence, a positive mental attitude and motivation.
Ages: Incoming 1st -9th graders
Dates: July 6 -13
Cost: $160
Phone: (512) 743-5118
For more info, visit us online.

Austin Children's Theater

A creative journey into the realm of theatre using each theme to spark the imagination. Camps focus on teaching the creative process through theatre, art projects and music.
Ages: 5-12
Dates: Weekly - June through August
Cost: $250
Phone: (512) 927-6633
For more info, visit us online.

Austin Chinese Culture Camp

Want your child to learn more about Chinese culture? Come join us at our summer camp where students are introduced to various aspects of Chinese culture. Some activities include arts and crafts, calligraphy, singing, language, Chinese folk dance, and even cooking!
Ages: Kindergarten – 5th grade
Dates: June 14-July 2; July 12-July 30
Cost: $400
Phone: (512) 906-8048

Austin Film Festival's Summer Film Camp

Summer Film Camp, presented by Austin Film Festival’s Young Filmmakers Program, returns in June for its eighth annual program of special screenwriting, filmmaking and claymation workshops for aspiring filmmakers ages 9 – 18. Workshops offer students unparalleled access to in-depth, personal instruction from industry professionals.
Ages: 9-18 (depending on camp)
Dates: June 14 - Aug. 6 (various)
Cost: $195 - $390
Phone: (512) 478-4795
For more info, visit us online.

Austin Football Boot Camp

Austin Football Boot Camp is a skills and fitness opportunity for aspiring young people between 7 and 14 years old. Learning the importance of sportsmanship, teamwork, position responsibility and fitness is of paramount importance to future "grid iron" success on the field and in life. A major goal is for young players to build an overall love for the game through positive reinforcement, motivation and individual instruction.
Ages: 7-14 years old
Dates: June 14-19; June 21-26; July 12-16; July 19-23
Cost: $55 per week-long camp & includes a T-shirt & backpack
Phone: (512) 419-8944
For more information, visit us online.

Austin Girls Choir Day Camps

Basic music reading, vocal skills and ear training, choreography, guest artists. Art, light drama and team-building activities. 45 places, filled on a first-come basis.
Ages: 8-17
Dates: June 7-11, June 14-18
Cost: $325
Phone: (512) 453-0884
For more information, visit us online.

Austin Karate Academy Summer Camp

DFPS (Dept. of Family & Protective Services) exempt Karate Summer Camp helps kids age 6 - 14 years old get healthier with a combination of martial arts, fitness and personal development training.
Ages: 6-14
Dates: July 5-9
Cost: $199
Phone: (512) 335-KICK
For more info, visit us online.

Austin Martial Arts Academy

Fun! Focus! Confidence! Senseis from Austin Martial Arts Academy will be teaching their award-winning Life Ki-do program in camp. Karate Camps include fun, nurturing and age appropriate games and training in martial arts, life skills, bully and stranger safety and team building. This camp is truly one-of-a-kind.
Ages: 5-12
Dates: June 14-August 20
Cost: $169
Phone: (512) 327-2900
For more info, visit us online.

Austin Rowing Learn-to-Row Camps

Each student will learn the fundamentals of the rowing stroke, rowing terminology, rowing safety and about the physical benefits of rowing. Students will row in both individual and team boats.
Ages: 7th-12th grade
Dates: June 21-25, June 28 - July 2, July 19-23, July 26-30, August 2-6, August 9-13
Cost: $150
Phone: (512) 472-0726
For more information, visit us online.

Austin School of Fashion Design

A full range of classes for children and teens that want to learn skills relating to fashion design and stitching arts. We offer classes in sewing, fashion illustration, hat & purse design and sewing from a store-bought pattern.
Ages: 8-16
Dates: Weekly classes June 7 – August 13
Cost: $150 per class
Phone: (512) 448-9636
For more info, visit us online.

Austin Yacht Club Junior Sailing Camp

The sailing camp offers an introduction to sailing, boat handling, knots and rigging, and water safety. The training combines classroom instruction and lots of time spent on the water in the boats with fun on shore games and activities.
Ages: 8 -16
Dates: June 1 – July 2
Cost: $400 p/ session
Phone: (512) 266-1336
For more info, visit us online.

Brandy Perryman Shooting Camp

Shooters are developed, not born. We take great pride in developing campers to their fullest potential during our 4 day basketball camp. We strive to do this by providing a positive upbeat experience that provides positive competition while promoting self-esteem, repetition, team concepts, self-discipline, and most importantly FUN. We have provided instruction to over 5,800 campers over the past 12 summers and our track record for returning campers and word of mouth publicity has helped us grow each summer.
Ages: 7-16
Dates: Weekly June 7-10; June 28-July 1; July 19-22; July 26-29; Aug. 2-5
Cost: $199
Phone: (512) 799-8891
For more information, visit us online.

Camp CoolKids (Tennis, Golf, Swimming)

Join-in Camp CoolKids at Balcones Country Club, in Northwest Austin for 3 days a week. Start your campday with a tennis or golf clinic, designed just for kids!
Ages: 6 and up
Dates: June 2 - July 23
Cost: $154-$216
Phone: (512) 426-0260
For more information, visit us online.

Camp Discover

Our unique themes and facilities offer a variety of programs to ensure a memorable and exciting summer vacation for your child. Field trips and activities may include: Roller and Ice skating, Bowling, Miniature Golf, Movies, Horseback Riding, Picnics, Petting Zoo, Museums, Professional Ball Games, Special Guest Visitors.
Ages: 3-14
Dates: June 7-August 13
Cost: varies
Phone: (512) 659-3772
For more info, visit us online.

Camp Wired

Since June of 2004, Camp Wired has providing Austin-area kids, ages 7-14, technology instruction from certified and experienced Austin-area teachers. Classes in game programming, web design, digital music, animation, and robotics are offered. It's summer camp for your brain!
Ages: 5-13
Dates: June – July 2010
Cost: $199 - $224
Phone: (512) 797-2320
For more info, visit us online.

Capital City Kids Summer Camp

Our program will have 2-3 Field Trips a week. We will go swimming,bowling,skating,movies,parks,etc. While in our center you child will also enjoy art and crafts, video games and movies.
Ages: 6-10
Dates: June 7 - August 20, weekly
Cost: $165
Phone: (512) 989-8510
For more information, visit us online.

Central Texas Baseball Academy Summer Camps

Lecture, instruction and drill work in all areas of the game, including: throwing, hitting, fielding, fly balls and base running. Position specific instruction and drills will be covered in the afternoons. Players of all ages are welcome and will be separated into age groups and skill levels.
Ages: 7-14
Dates: June 7 – July 9
Cost: varies
Phone: (512) 829-5096
For more info, visit us online.

Children’s Center of Austin

Daily field trips, computers, swimming pool, arts and crafts and cooking projects.
Ages: 5 -8
Dates: June 7 – August 20
Cost: $245 p/ week
Phone: (512) 795-8300
For more info, visit us online.

Club Z

Club Z offers a wide variety of field trips, activities, sports and projects. Field trips include: Fiesta Texas, Splash Town, Gattiland, Austin Zoo, Inner Space Caverns, Austin Children's Museum, swimming, bowling and much more. A full day camp with lots of fun for children who love to be on the go.
Ages: 5-12
Dates: June 2-Aug. 26
Cost: $130/week
Phone: (512) 219-0700
For more info, visit us online.

Connally High School Theatre Camp 2010

Experience theatre & improvisational games, learn about what it takes to be an actor, develop acting skills and build self confidence, all brought to you by the directors and students of the award winning CHS Theatre Department.
Ages: Students entering 1st – 9th grade
Dates: June 14 - 18
Cost: $95
Phone: (512) 876-8975

CoolKids Classes in Spanish and Weave, Braid and Crochet

It's easy to digest with a Spanish-English-Spanish sandwich method. Become friendly with Spanish in the easiest mehod for children to learn: With Pictures, Songs, and Games!-or-
Learn Weaving, braiding and crochet techniques. Weave a potholder, braid a friendship anklet and crochet a belt or bracelet to wear.
Ages: 7-11
Dates: June 7 - July 15
Cost: $123-$180
Phone: (512) 335-7578
For more information, visit us online.

Cordovan Art School

Join us as we explore the great world of art with a wide range of exciting summer camps. Here are just some artistic topics that we will be working with 3D art/crafts, cartooning, claymation, computer animation, etc. We are offering 19 classes with 40+ sessions to choose from.
Ages: 3-18
Dates: June 1 - August 20
Cost: $185 - $295
Phone: (512) 275-4040
For more info, visit us online.

Cowboy Camp at Hunters Chase Farms

Campers will get to experience the hill country in the old bunk house and hanging around the camp fire. Riding horses daily 2-4 hours, swimming, and hiking are part of the fun. Learning to care for the horse and his tack, roping goats, horseback trail rides, painting rocks, field trips to local attractions, including the Pioneer Town and Cowboy Museum are just a few of the things your child will do.
Ages: 7-14
Dates: June 27-July 2 (other various dates)
Cost: $595
Phone: (512) 842-2246
For more info, visit us online.

Creative Writing Summer

Three-week creative writing workshops for rising Third through 12th graders. Students work with a professional writer to craft poems and prose, practice the art of public performance, and prepare work for publication. All students will become published authors. Camp culminates with a book release party.
Ages: Students entering grades 3-12
Dates: Session 1: June 7-25; Session 2: July 19-Aug. 6
Cost: $425
Phone: (512) 538-1305
For more info, visit us online.

Dance Camps at Tinka's Dance Studio

Half Day, Week-Long Camps for Ages 4-8, includes Dance, Arts and Crafts and a show at the end of the week for parents with costumes and all. 2 Whole Day, Week-Long camps for ages 6-12 We will dance, sing, make sets for our Friday show and come up with some awesome costumes.
Ages: 4-12 (depending on camp)
Dates: June 28 - August 6 (various)
Cost: $100-Half $240 Week
Phone: 512-251-9161
For more info, visit us online.

Dance Discovery

Dance Camps for Children. All June and July camps have the option of performing at the Dougherty Arts Theatre with us Aug. 1-2.
Ages: 3-8
Dates: July 20-23 The 12 Dancing Princesses, July 20-23 So You Think You Can Dance?, July 27-30 Camp Rock, Aug. 3-6 Tinkerbell’s Peter Pan, August 10-13 Alice in Wonderland, August 17-20 Under the Sea, August 24-27 Dancerella
Cost: $100/week
Phone: (512) 419-7611
For more info, visit us online.

Del Sol Martial Arts & Fitness Kung fu & Movie Making Camp

Your child will not only learn time tested self defense, but also how to write and express themselves through multi-media. As a middle school teacher of reading writing and video production for 6 years, chief instructor Thomas Leverett, has the experience to meet your child at their level and show them how to unlock their potential by empowering them to affect their world through right action and video production. Allow your child to find their inner strength and unlock their creativity while developing, critical thinking skills, literary elements, screenwriting, story-boarding, filming, editing, kung fu and teamwork.
Ages: 8-13
Dates: June 7-25
Cost: $200 per week
Phone: (512) 535-4749
For more info, visit us online.

Dittmar Recreation Center Summer Camps

Campers will enjoy a variety of activities including arts and crafts, sports, swimming, field trips, games, library time, and more.
Ages: K-14
Dates: June 7 - Aug. 13
Cost: $145+
Phone: (512) 441-4777
For more info, visit us online.

Dougherty Arts School Art Camps

Our art, drama, dance, music, animation and film camps provide and organized and accommodating environment where campers are encouraged to experiment and develop their own ideas with plenty of support from our staff of artists.
Ages: 5-15
Dates: June 14-25, June 28-July 9, July 12-July 23, July 26-Aug. 6, Aug. 9-Aug. 13
Cost: $207 - $415
Phone: (512) 974-4040
For more info, visit us online.

Dove Springs Recreation Center Summer Camp

Activities include but are not limited to swimming at least 3 times a week, arts & crafts, sports, games, pool (billiards), ping pong, and foosball.
Ages: 5-10
Dates: June 7- August 13
Cost: $100
Phone: (512) 447-5875
For more information, visit us online.

Ek Creations Pottery Camp

Come play with clay and paint it too! Learn slip-cast ceramics, hand-building, wheel thrown clay, and finishing your creations with glazes.
Ages: 6-18
Dates: July 12-16, July 19-23, August 2-6, August 9-13, August 16-20
Cost: $165
Phone: (512) 797-6580
For more information, visit us online.

Free Spirit Art School

Consider an informal and carefree summer camp alternative for your child or teenager! Open Studio Mini-Camps provide a fun and relaxing way to celebrate creative individuality while enhancing artistic skills. Small groups of 6 students or less are well-supervised in a unique South Austin studio that is safe, quiet, and free of judgment.
Ages: 5-17
Dates: June 7 – August 10
Cost: $40 per 3-hour mini camp
Phone: (512) 891-0686

Galaxy Blitz Hip Hop Camp

Classes are taught by international hip hop choreographer and performer Blitz Mendez. Because he loves teaching street dance to kids, Galaxy is lucky to get Blitz for three half-day sessions this summer. Each student will learn a dance routine, assemble a costume, and record a DVD. His own DVD is for sale in our retail store.
Ages: 5-16
Dates: June 7 – August 6
Cost: $90 per week
Phone: (512) 586-3629
For more info, visit us online.

Galaxy Urban Cheer and Dance Camp

Galaxy Dance school is starting a cheerleading program. Camp starts this summer for all ages. It is a mix of Urban dance and Cheer. At the end of the most fun cheerleading camp ever we will be putting on a show for the parents and there will be a dvd available to purchase of all your child’s success during their cheer camp at Galaxy. Your children will learn everything from hip hop, tumbling and cheer.
Ages: 3-18
Dates: June 14 – July 23
Cost: $130
Phone: (832) 785-0960
For more info, visit us online.

Goddard School Summer Camp

Travel through Time" this summer! Pick week long camps that include fields trips, special visitors, splash day & provide fun learning experiences about the past such as colonial, prehistoric, wild west, ice age and others. Your child will be stimulated & intrigued!
Ages: Kindergarten - 5th grade
Dates: June 7 - August 20
Cost: $200
Phone: (512) 476-7833
For more info, visit us online.

Hoops 101 Basketball Camp

Hoops 101 is different—and that’s what makes the Hoops 101 Experience so special. We have experienced and enthusiastic coaches who really do care, holistic teaching that focuses on more than just basketball skills and fantastic facilities that allow for convenient drop off and pickup.
Ages: 7-15
Dates: June 14 – July 22
Cost: $130
Phone: (512) 784-3399
For more info, visit us online.

Hunters Chase Farms Inc.

We accommodate horse lovers from ages 5-17 and all levels of horseback riders both boys and girls Our equestrian summer camps, and western horseback riding boys cowboy camp are very small (usually between 10-20) and they fill up fast. Our camps are designed for the outdoor type child and for the horse and animal lover. The campers are supervised at all times and are kept very busy. Let your child be a part of our small unique camps.
Ages: 5-17
Dates: Day camp Monday-Friday (various)
Cost: $290 - $595
Phone: (512) 842-2246
For more info, visit us online.

i9 Sports – Flag Football, Basketball, Soccer Camps

Focus on skill building through fun games, drills, and scrimmages. All kids receive an i9 Jerseys and more!
Ages: 4-12
Dates:various, depends on which sports camp (June – July)
Cost:$175
Phone:(512) 687-4263
For more info, visit us online.

iD Tech Camps

Over 100,000 students worldwide have learned to create video games, websites with Flash, digital movies, iPhone and Facebook apps, robots, 3D models and animations with products experts use in their professions. Ages 7-17 enroll in these weeklong, day and residential summer camps, located at 60 universities in the U.S. and Canada.
Ages: 7-17
Dates: June 13 through July 25
Cost: Varies
Phone: (888) 709-TECH (8324)
For more info, visit us online.

"I Am Creative" Summer Camp for Art::Mind::Community

"I Am Creative" is an art camp that will allow your child to explore his or hers creative energy while having tons of fun! We will have guest artists that will share their talents and together they will create ART. Activities will vary from week to week so feel free to join us for 1 week or all 3!
Ages: 8-14
Dates: July 26-30; August 2-6; August 9-13
Cost: $175
Phone: (512) 692-6832
For more info, visit us online.

Irish Dance Camp

If your child would like to learn Irish dancing and have a good time, this is the camp for them! We'll have pizza and wear PJ's on Friday to close out the week.
Ages: 5-15
Dates: June 14-18
Cost: $200
Phone: (512) 680-3104
For more info, visit us online.

Joyce Willett School of Dance Summer Camp

Camps are filled with age-appropriate activities aimed at developing your child’s artistic side. Dancers are divided into groups based on age and ability. All campers receive a healthy snack and are asked to bring a sack lunch and a water bottle. Students should wear comfortable clothes (or dance clothes with a cover-up) and bring their dance shoes. Weekly themed camps include: ballet, tap, jazz, theater, gymnastics, hip-hop, and arts and crafts.
Ages: 4-13
Dates: Various camps weekly
Cost: $185 - $285
Phone: (512) 797-4983
For more info, visit us online.

kidsActing

This summer, your child can be a star! We've been named to the Hall of Fame for the Austin Chronicle's Reader's poll, having been voted Best Summer Camps seven times, and receiving that honor for the past five years in a row! This summer for our full scale productions we offer B. Iden Payne award-winning, original musical Waking Sleeping Beauty and Shakespeare's classic comedy Much Ado About Nothing.
Ages: 4-18
Dates: Beginning of June - mid. August
Cost: $215 - $1250
Phone: (512) 836-KIDS
For more info, visit us online.

The Kent Cummins Magic Camp

Combining the fun of Magic, Puppetry, and Juggling, Magic Camp is a multi-sensory learning experience, that boosts the self esteem of every participant and make them feel like a star! We have locations throughout Austin & Cedar Park.
Ages: 3-5; 6-12
Dates: Eight sessions through June, July and August
Cost: $245 - $545
Phone: (512) 850-4677
For more info, visit us online.

Kidventure's Camp Bridge Point

Camp Bridge Point is an active summer camp combining a variety of camp events including athletics, art, science, field trips, camp games, special guests and so much more.
Ages: 3 - 13
Dates: Weekly June 7 - Aug. 6
Cost: $210 - 220
Phone: (512) 263-8992
For more info, visit us online.

Kidventure's Camp Eanes

Camp Eanes is an active summer camp combining a variety of camp events including athletics, art, science, field trips, camp games, special guests and so much more.
Ages: 3 - 13
Dates: Weekly June 7 - Aug. 6
Cost: $210 - 220
Phone: (512) 263-8992
For more info, visit us online.

Kidventure's Camp Steiner

Camp Steiner is an active summer camp combining a variety of camp events including swimming, tennis, athletics, art, science, field trips, camp games, special guests and so much more.
Ages: 6-13
Dates: June 7-11; June 14-18; July 5-9; July 12-16; Aug. 7-11; Aug. 14-18
Cost: $220/week
Phone: (512) 263-8992
For more info, visit us online.

Kidventure's Camp St. Gabriel’s

Camp St. Gabriel’s is an active summer camp combining a variety of camp events including swimming, tennis, athletics, art, science, field trips, camp games, special guests and so much more.
Ages: 3-13
Dates: June 7-July 23
Cost: $210 - $220/week
Phone: (512) 263-8992
For more info, visit us online.

Lady Prodigy Basketball Camp Led by Edwina Brown

This is a competitive basketball camp for girls looking to get started on the college recruiting process. It is a great opportunity to receive exposure to hundreds of college coaches as well as the top AAU girls’ basketball recruiting services in the country. In addition to local and national exposure, the camp also provides advanced skills training, individual athletic testing and great competition to help improve your game.
Ages: 6th grade thru 10th grade players
Dates: April 10 - 11
Cost: $197
Phone: (512) 696-0235
For more information, visit us online.

The Little Gym of Austin at Lakeline Anytime Summertime Kids Camp

Camp at The Little Gym® is such a delight. It gives your child the chance to stay on their developmental toes and connected to friends. Each camp offers interactive themes which add a dash of imagination to their play. Your child will never get bored as they experience something new and exciting each day.
Ages: 3-8
Dates: June 14-Aug. 20
Cost: $35-$45/day
Phone: (512) 918-9876
For more info, visit us online.

Lone Star School of Music Young Rocker’s Mini-Camp

Lone Star's Young Rockers is a week-long mini-camp designed to introduce your child to lots of different musical instruments and styles! They'll learn about Guitar, Drums, Bass, Keyboards, Mandolins and More! They'll cover various musical styles such as Rock, Country, Classical, Pop, Jazz, Bluegrass and More!
Ages: 7-11
Dates: June 7-11; July 19-23
Cost: $199
Phone: (512) 712-5187
For more info, visit us online.

Lost Creek Country Club Big Chief's Camp

At Lost Creek Country Club our mission is to provide a safe home away from home for our Members, their relatives, and guest of the community. We make sure to include physical activities, artistic projects, and fun challenging games.
Ages: 5-12
Dates: June 7-18, June 21 - July 2, July 5-16, July 19-30
Cost: $260-$450
Phone: (512) 892-1205
For more information, visit us online.

Lost Creek Country Club Golf and Tennis Camps

The Summer Golf Program is perfect for Ages 6-17! We will be working on strokes, short game, posture, techniques, concepts, rules and more to help your game! The Summer Junior Tennis Program is perfect for Ages 4 to 18! Academies focus on instruction, reinforcement of all stroke techniques, drills, games & much more!
Ages: 6-17
Dates: June 8 –August 13
Cost: starts at $200
Phone: (512) 892-2032
For more info, visit us online.

Lucki Dogs & Kids Summer Camp

2 different weekly sessions rotating for 2 hrs. Camp Bow-Wow & Camp Saftey Tails walk on leash, stay, heal walk on leash, come sit basic Agility, basic grooming show dog intro, breed types dog food info, dog care dog first aid, socialization breed types, socialization dog safety, health care Crafts, scrapbook crafts, scrapbook pet paw step-n- stone T-shirt (kid) Bandana (dog)
Ages: 6 months -14
Dates: June 14 – August 11
Cost: $150
Phone: (512) 264-3647
For more info, visit us online.

Mad Science Camp

Mad Science camps are designed with exciting, fun and hands-on science activities. Your child will become a junior scientist for the week, having the opportunity to experience a variety of science adventures. We use an inquiry-based technique that allows even the youngest camper to enjoy learning. Children will design, create, build and assemble a variety of interesting projects. Mad Science has camp locations all over town.
Ages: 4-12
Dates: June 7 - August 20
Cost: $130-$280
Phone: (512) 892-1143
For more info, visit us online.

McKinney Roughs Nature Camp

With 1,100 acres of pine forests, box canyons and post oak meadows to explore, McKinney Roughs Nature Park is the natural place for your child to discover the wonders of the outdoors in a safe, fun and educational day camp setting.
Ages: 6-16
Dates:June 14 - August 13
Cost: $180
Phone: (512) 303-5073
For more info, visit us online.

Marmalade Skies Art Camp

Marmalade Skies campers travel to the big city and the bright lights on Broadway! Each week we'll celebrate a different Broadway hit using a variety of art materials and techniques.
Ages: All ages
Dates: June 7-11, June 14-18, June 21-25, June 28-July 2, July 5-9, July 12-16, July 19-23, July 26-30, August 2-6, August 9-13
Cost: $205 per week
Phone: (512) 695-1694
For more information, visit us online.

Move Your Tale's Action, Adventure, Ad-lib

Story Telling is ultimately about communication. Using voice, body and imagination, participants explore translating original and existing stories into performance. Children will be grouped by age for the majority of activities, and by interests for others. This half-day camp is located at the Gullett Elementary school campus.
Ages: 4-8
Dates: August 2-6
Cost: $135
Phone: (512) 809-0017
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Move Your Tale's Fable Frames

Fable Frames is a half-day performing arts camp focused on creating and sharing original stories and characters. Improvisation, script writing, scene design and creative movement are all important parts of each day's activities. Located at Coldtowne Theater, 4803 Airport Blvd., this is a high-energy, process focused approach to experiencing the performing arts and exploring story telling.
Ages: 7-10
Dates: July 19-23
Cost: $135
Phone: (512) 809-0017
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Orpheus Academy of Music

This one-of-a-kind camp provides a unique musical and cultural experience led by some Austin's finest musicians and teachers. Small classes are divided by age and ability to maximize student's learning. At the end of each day everyone will practice together for the end of the week performance.
Ages: 5-11
Dates: June 14 - August 13 (various)
Cost: $250
Phone: (512) 231-8999
For more info, visit us online.

Pickfair Teen Navigator Camp

This is a travel camp with activities including outdoor adventure, amusement and sports, games, swimming, leadership projects, competitions, field trips and much more.
Ages: 6th - 9th grade
Dates: June 15 - Aug. 15
Cost: $150
Phone: (512) 401-8119
For more info, visit us online.

Reading Heroes (Magic Mirror, Inc.)

This is a summer enrichment program for children with Dyslexia and related Reading Disorders. Classes and activities include Wilson Reading Instruction, Reader's Theater, Creative Writing, Math, and activities/games to promote self-confidence, self-esteem, teamwork, and social skills. Students will have fun while they improve reading, writing and spelling skills. Often feelings of disparity fade and campers return year after year.
Ages: Junior High students
Dates: Trip 1 June 8-13 Liberty, TX; Trip 2 June 22-27 Azle, TX; Trip 3 July 13-18 Denver City; Trip 4 July 27-Aug. 1 Harker Heights
Cost: $250
Phone: (512) 680-5129
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Rock Camp – Allegro School of Music

In this fun 5-day camp, rockers will form a band, learn songs, write songs, and record a CD under the supervision of one of our experienced professional instructors. At the end of the week, they will perform at a local Austin music venue. The camp is open to singers and instrumentalists of all instruments with some basic experience.
Ages: 6-18
Dates: various 5 day sessions from June 14 – August 13
Cost: $189
Phone: (512) 312-5995
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Rock Camp USA Austin

Rock Camp USA features intensive performance-oriented instruction given by some of the finest professional musicians in the country. The rockers form bands, record a CD, perform live at a real world venue and receive a multi-tracked, professionally edited DVD of the show.
Ages: 8 - 19
Dates: June 7 - 19; June 21 - July 3; July 12 - 24; July 26 - August 7
Cost: $470/$550
Phone: (512) 476-7666
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Spanish Camp Amigas for Girls

We will say everything in Spanish and English, while we cook really good food, sing, learn Mexican dances, do art projects, go on nature walks, play lotería with our new vocabulary, make Oaxacan hair braids, Our counselors are FUN, and many campers return every summer.
Ages: Students entering grades 1-6
Dates: June 7-13; June 14-20; July 5-11; July 12-18 and July 19-25
Cost: $250 first week. $10 less each subsequent week Some scholarships available.
Phone: (512) 477-1513

Spanish Immersion Summer Camps

Give your children the opportunity to immerse themselves in the Spanish language by living the language. During this time, children practice yoga, have an interactive cooking class, sing popular songs, read stories, play games, perform theatrical skits, have drawing and writing activities in Spanish, and much more!
Ages: 5-12
Dates: June 7-18; June 21-July 2; July 12-23; Aug. 2-13
Cost: $250/week
Phone: (512) 762-4907
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Stepping Stone School

Our exclusive program features, “Future Leaders and Inventors,” focuses on individuals who contributed to our world through creative, scientific, musical or artistic endeavors and discoveries. While engaged in weekly themes like The Amazing Flying Machine, The World Below, Pyramids and Papyrus, and Creative Cat, the children at Stepping Stone School will learn, develop and stay ready for school in fun & entertaining ways!
Ages: 6-11
Dates: Concurrent with local ISD breaks
Cost: $550 -$575 p/month
Phone: (512) 459-0258
For more info, visit us online.

Stitch Lab Summer Classes for kids, tweens, & teens

The Stitch Lab is thrilled to announce summer sewing classes and camps for kids and teens. The Stitch Lab instructors all got together and created their kid/tween/teen summer dream schedule. These summer camp sessions and one-time classes are designed to give every aspiring young fashionista or stitcher a well-rounded experience in all the sewing, fashion and needle arts in a fun, informative and nurturing space.
Ages: 7-16
Dates: June 4 – August 19
Cost: $40 - $125
Phone: (512) 440-0712
For more info, visit us online.

Summit Christian Academy Day Camp

Summit Eagles Summer Day Camp helps young campers grow spiritually, mentally and physically in a positive environment. We are focused on building the leaders of tomorrow. Our camp is designed with the busy mom and dad in mind. Most of our activities are on-site with accredited teachers and professionals in each field teaching your children. We also have a small math/reading component each day to keep your children's skills fresh for the new school year.
Ages: Entering Kindergarten through 6th
Dates: May 31 - July 30
Cost: $145 - $220
Phone: (512) 250-1369
For more information, visit us online.

Switch Willo Stables Summer Day Camp

Established in 1963 and conveniently located on 23 beautifully landscaped acres near The Domain and The Arboretum, Camp Switch Willo is a wonderful experience for the beginner to advanced rider. Children learn all aspects of safely being around horses, how to care for them, and most importantly how to ride.
Ages: 6-14
Dates: May 31 – August 20
Cost: $300
Phone: (512) 331-8668
For more information, visit us online.

Sylvan Academic Enrichment Camps

Help your child keep their mind sharp this summer. Sylvan Learning of Austin offers academic enrichment camps in reading, writing and math. Campers will be exposed to advanced math problem solving and academic reading strategies.
Ages: 5-14
Dates: June - August
Cost: $199 per week
Phone: (512) 323-6448
For more info, visit us online.

Television Summer Camps and Workshops

Learn how to produce a movie review/entertainment news show, or a music video show, like MTV or VH1 that will air on TSTV channel 29.1, and citywide on Time Warner Cable PACT channel 16. Learn all about TV news; how to write, shoot, and edit. Campers will produce a news program that will air on TSTV, channel 29.1 and citywide on Time Warner PACT Cable Channel 16.
Ages: Students grades 6-12
Dates: July 12-16; July 19-23; July 26-30; Aug. 2-6
Cost: $225 - $400
Phone: (512) 471-5083
For more information, visit us online.

TexARTS' Academy Summer Camp

Come join TexARTS' Mini-Camps - Fun/High Energy, Professionally-taught, Theme-Based, Full or half day camps for kids aged 3-college in MUSIC, DANCE, THEATER, VISUAL ARTS and MORE!
Ages: 3 - College
Dates: May 31-June 4; June 7-11; June 14-18; June 28-July 2; July 5-9; July 12-16; July 26-30; Aug.2-6; Aug. 9-13
Cost:
Phone: (512) 852-9079 x104
For more info, visit us online.

Texas Arts Project Boarding Camps

TAP Camp offers a three-week camp (ages 13-18) featuring training in acting, musical theatre, filmmaking, and technical theatre. Advanced Campers (age 15-18) apply for an additional college-prep week which ends with a mock audition. Junior Campers (ages 9-12) choose one of two week-long musical theatre camps.
Ages: 4-18
Dates: June 27 – July2
Cost: $575 -$1075
Phone: (512) 914-1738
For more info, visit us online.

Theatre Action Project

Creative, fun and meaningful theatre and art camps for children ages 4-12. Half-day and Full-day camps with extended care option. Each week has it's own theme and includes fun team building, theatre games for the group, outdoor play and focused activities. There is a sharing for the family every Friday featuring what the young people have learned. Scholarships available.
Ages: 4-12
Dates: June 21-August 13
Cost: $200 for Full-day, $125 for Half-day
Phone: (512) 442-8773
For more info, visit us online.

Theatrikids

All camps will include basic acting instruction, improvisation learning games, character building, creative thinking and arts & crafts activities like face-painting or puppet making.
Ages: 4-18
Dates: Weekly June 21 - Aug. 13
Cost: $245-275
Phone: (512) 250-0601
For more info, visit us online.

Westlake Youth Soccer Summer Camps

WYSA is offering both recreational and advanced camp options for players aged 4-16. All camps are overseen by WYSA's Director of Coaching and staffed by our licensed professional coaching staff.
Ages: 4-16
Dates: June 7-11, June 14-18, July 12-16, August 9-13
Cost: $165
Phone: (512) 291-3176
For more information, visit us online.

Wet & Wild Adventure Camp

W&W campers get a memorable, magic-filled summer of their dreams: splashing in rivers and creeks, jumping into swimming holes, tubing down crystal clear rivers, playing games under the trees, bowling, skating, tubing, kayaking, canoeing, rafting and rope-swinging laying games under the trees, bowling, skating, tubing, kayaking, canoeing, rafting and rope-swinging.
Ages: 8-15
Dates: June 7 – August 20
Cost: $250 -$280 p/week
Phone: (512) 983-6100
For more info, visit us online.

World Music Camp

This one-of-a-kind camp provides a unique musical and cultural experience led by some Austin's finest musicians and teachers. Small classes are divided by age and ability to maximize student's learning.
Ages: 5-11
Dates: June 14-18; June 21-25; July 5-9; Aug. 2-6; Aug. 9-13
Cost: $250
Phone: (512) 231-8999
For more info, visit us online.

UT Summer Academy in Architecture

The Summer Academy is geared toward people who have little to no background in architecture and who wish to test and refine their interests in the field. Applicants to the Summer Academy range from age 17 to older adulthood and are typically considering applying to undergraduate or graduate degree programs in architecture at the University of Texas at Austin or other comparable institutions of higher education.
Ages: 17+
Dates: June 7-July 9
Cost: $1300
Phone: (512) 471-8909
For more info, visit us online.

YMCA of Austin

With 17 different summer day camp locations, including Kinder, Theme, Sports, and Adventure camps, there's a place of you at the YMCA of Austin. Campers enjoy games, crafts, organized games, and character development activities as well as weekly field trips and twice weekly trips to the pool. Camp is open from 7:30-6 pm, perfect for working parents.
Ages: 4-14
Dates: June 1-August 20
Cost: $150 - $200
Phone: (512) 236-9622
For more info, visit us online.

Zilker Day Camp

Enjoy a different program theme each week. Campers will thrive with outdoor recreation, games, songs, craft projects, field trips, guest speakers, and swimming or water activities. Enjoy a beautiful woodland setting located in Zilker Park, in Austin. You will truly feel like you have gone away to camp without ever leaving the city. This year's themes include Time Travelers, Enchanted Adventures, and Summer Safari.
Ages: Students entering grades 1-7
Dates: June 7-11; June 14-18; June 21-25
Cost: $130
Phone: (877) 425-1150
For more info, visit us online.

ZACH Theatre Variety Summer Camps

ZACH’s Full-Day Theatre Variety Camps engage children in theatre arts and provide an imaginative and active summer of fun. Each week, campers ages 5-13 can experience a unique theme exploring the theatre world through acting, song and dance, comedy improv, theatre games and more. Campers are grouped by age to create and rehearse a production presented for friends and family at the session’s end on Friday.
Ages: 5-13
Dates: June 7 – August 20
Cost: $295
Phone: (512) 476-0594 x236
For more info, visit us online.

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