2016 Sanford Summer Camps and Activities for Kids
Do you feel that, that’s the summer heat coming upon us! Yes, summer is just around the corner and is here to save the day yet again with a list of camps and things to keep the kids busy this summer!
Theater Camp
Wayne Densch Theater. 201 S Magnolia Ave -407.321.8111. http://waynedenschperformingartscenter.com/2016-summer-camp.html
Junior Camp-Target Camper Age: Rising 1st – 3rd Graders June 27th-July 1st (9am-2pm)
A theatre basics program culminating in an end of the week afternoon performance.
Senior Camp-Target Camper Age Rising 4th – 12th Graders July 11th- July 29th (9:00am-3pm)
A theatrical experience in a camp setting that culminates in a multi-faceted theatrical review presentation.
Expressly You Performing Arts. 1211 Mellonville Ave. 321.314.7165. http://www.eyschoolofarts.com/home.html
Ages 3-17 June 1st-August 14th (8am-3pm) Extended hours available for a Nominal Fee
$50.00 weekly Breakfast and Lunch included, $35 registration fee
Dance, Drama, Music, Arts & Crafts, Recreation, Reading & Math, Field Trips
Musical Theater Camp
Lochwood Academy Performing Arts. 109 W Commercial Street.321.355.3757. http://www.lochwoodacademy.com/classes-camps-workshops/
This Summer, Disney Comes to Sanford for a Magical Production of the Hit Musical Beauty and the Beast Jr – and you are invited to join the performance!
Please click the HERE to view all the exciting details!!
This Summer, Fairy Tale Land Comes To Sanford, FL For A Magical Performance of “The Granny Awards” And You Are Invited To Join The Performance!
Please click the HERE to view all the exciting details!
Nature and Animal Camp
Central Florida Zoo. 3755 NW Hwy 17-92 – 407.323.4450 x123. http://www.centralfloridazoo.org/summercamp
Sprouts and Seedlings Nature Play Programs for Children Ages 2-5 9:30am-10:30am Year Round
Zoo Pass Holder – $12 per class, Non-Pass Holder – $15 per class Zoo Pass Holder – $32 per series, Non-Pass Holder – $42 per series
Camps run from June 6th- August 12th (9am-12pm/1-4pm) Half and full day options. Ages 5-6/Ages 6-8/ Ages 9-12 Prices Vary based on camp/age and pass holders-$120-$190, Please visit here for a full detailed list of days, times and prices.
Bring your child to a whole new world of adventure! Explore our exciting summer programs including half and full day camp options.
Choose from a wide variety of fun and exciting camps such as Safari Express, X-treme survival, Wild Artist, and so much more!
Junior Zoo Keeper Camp! June 13-17, June 27-July 1st, July 11-15, July 20-24, July 25-29, August 8th-12th (9am-12pm) Ages 9-12
Zoo Pass Holder-$120, Non-Pass Holder-$140
Experience what it’s like to be a Zookeeper going behind-the-scenes to work with the animals! Participants will conduct real animal behavior studies, work directly with zoo keepers, and create enrichments for the animals.
Ms. Savanna’s Horse Camp.386.801.2438. http://savannashorsecamp.com/index.html
Day Camps
Kids will learn the tack up and wash the horses. Learn proper balance and basic riding.
Please have your kids bring a lunch, bottle water and they will enjoy S’mores around the campfire.
For more information call 386-801-2438.
Ms. Corinne’s Horse Camp.407.463.0608. www.MsCorinnesHorseCamp.com
Day Camps. Mon.-Wed. 9:30AM-3PM. Ages 5-13
$195
May 30th-June 1st, June 6th- 8th, June 20th-22nd, June 27th-29th, July 11th-13th, July 18th-20th, July 25th-27th & August 1st-3rd.
J&A Equestrian. 407.417.5355 or 407.463.5650
Day Camps. Mon.-Fri. 9AM-5PM
$300
June 27th-July 1st, July 18th-July 22nd & July 25th-29th
Art Camp
Jennifer Lindquist. 211 E 1st St. 407.323.2774 – http://www.jenniferlindquist.com/workshops.html
July 11th-16th Mon.-Fri. (10am-2pm), July 17th Sat. Exhibit/Reception (3pm-5pm) Ages 12-up
Price is $200.00 for the week
Professional artist and certified art educator Jennifer Lindquist works with intimate groups of student-artists to spark their creative impulses by providing Discipline-Based instruction tailored for each student’s level of artistic development. The focus of this year’s workshop is photography and small-scale Public Art installations.
The workshops are held in the inspiring, nationally renowned Jeanine Taylor Folk Art Gallery.
All material provided, plus a bonus hand-crafted sketchbook ($20 value)
Enrollment is limited to 10, enrollment is based on “First come, First Served”
* Students will create a series of art objects/artifacts that will focus on both ‘use’ and ‘user-centered’ design approaches.
* Students will use the” Elements and Principles of Design” to accomplish each project.
-Color theory (warm/cool, complimentary, neutral, analogous),
– Value scale, shade & shadow, perspective, point of view, scale and aesthetics
Dance Camp
Cindy’s Dance Studio. 119 S. Magnoia Ave. 407.324.3999. http://dancewithcindy.com/Forms/2016-Summer_Intensive_Schedule.pdf
Intermediate Intensive (Ages 9+) $135
July 25th-29th Mon-Fri (9:30am-4pm)
One week of an introduction to conditioning with an intense stretching & strengthening, followed by fine tuning the technique needed to perform leaps, turns & various skills. Also introducing Guest choreographers each day in Contemporary, Lyrical & Jazz.
Dress code preferred form fitting attire to enhance lines of choreography (per instructors preference). Please bring water, lunch and snacks each day. Early drop off/late pick up available upon request.
Advanced Intensive (Ages 12+) $165
July 25th-July 29th Mon.-Fri. (8am-4pm)
One week of intense conditioning (beginning each morning with a workout ~wear your sneakers in the am), then continuing to the studio for stretching & strengthening, followed by the fine tuning the technique needed to perform leaps,turns & various skills and styles of dance, Finishing with different Guest choreographers each day in Contemporary, Lyrical, & Jazz
Dress code preferred form fitting attire to enhance lines of choreography (per instructors preference). Please bring water, lunch and snacks each day. Early drop off/late pick up available upon request.
Recreational Camps
Kids Rock early Learning Center. 6641 W. State Road 46. (407) 688-2445 – http://www.kidzrockelc.com/#!camp-divergent/jwljx
WEEKLY CAMP FEES
8:00 am — 2:00 pm – $105
8:00 am — 6:00 pm – $125
OPEN REGISTRATION
MAY 1st – June 3rd – $95
CAMP FEES INCLUDE:
Morning Snack, Lunch & Afternoon Snack , Athletic Training & Instruction *includes weekly Orlando City Soccer Lessons, Theater and Stage Production Training & Instruction, Musical Training & Instruction, Artistic Training & Instruction, In School Field Trips, Bounce Houses, Indoor & Outdoor Activities & Water Slides and a plethora of water activities!!!!
CAMP THEMES:
TEAM CHALLENGE June 6-10: A week full of team building games, finding new friends and challenging each camper to learn and grow through positive interaction.
REEL RUN June 13-17: Come learn all about theater and performance with specific focus on memorization, characterization and improvisation. Each camper will be involved with set building, prop and costume making in preparation for their special end of the week performance.
CAMP ROCK June 20-24: We will be camping out all week! Each child will enjoy the thrill of building a fort, embarking on a wooded scavenger hunt and overcoming a daring obstacle course. This week will feature presentations from our local police, fire and animal rescue service departments.
R,W,B & SPLASH June 27-July 1: This week is packed with patriotic fun! From cooking all american foods, indoor fireworks and an end of the week grill-out. Each camper will have the opportunity to learn and explore our country and the celebration of Independence Day.
OLYMPIC TRAINING July 4-8: Each camper will receive individualized instruction in a wide variety of sports including baseball, football, basketball, golf and soccer. This week will include team competitions, special presentations and an appearance from our very own defender Luke Boden of Orlando City Soccer.
CREATIVE EXPRESSION July 11-15: Each day will explode with color, crafts and artistic exploration! Campers will experience a variety of art mediums including canvas, molding, sand and sculpture. We will end the week with a super exciting Color Run!
SOUND WAVES: July 18-22: This week will showcase the vibrant frequencies of music! Campers will flow through a variety of musical genres including: Rock-n-Roll, Country, Hip Hop and 50’s style. Each day will be filled with wave after wave of creative sound and activities. We will end the week with a concert as our grand finale.
H20 July 25-29: Camp Divergent has reserved the last week for a Tidal Wave of water fun! There is not limit to the amount of joy each camper will experience, as they splash their way through the week. BE PREPARED TO GET SOAKED!!
Kids Camp at Central Baptist. 3101 W. State Rd. 46. 407-322-2914 – http://cbcsanford.org/index.php/ministries/children/kids-camp/
Kids Camp is a week-long high-energy event for kids. Kids will make friends, have fun, and develop faith as they participate in games, worship, and tracks each day.
June 13th-17th Mon.-Fri. (8:30am-12pm)
Free
Kids who have finished 1st-5th grade
Tracks
Each day of Kids Camp, kids have the opportunity to participate in two tracks. Tracks are 60 minute classes where children learn a specific skill from an experienced adult. When your child registers for Kids Camp, he or she will select their top track preferences. We will assign children to tracks based on the amount of openings available.
Track Options for 2016
- Soccer
- Art
- Sewing
- Lego Building
- Indoor Games
- Drama
- Cheer
- Ballet
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Discovery Lab
- Survival Skills
City Church Academy. 650 E. Airport Blvd. 407.321.9690 – www.citychurchacademy.com
Make Summer fun again – Field Trips Weekly. Free Lunch. Swimming Everyday.
Join us for Summer Day Camp at City Church Academy!
Early Bird Registration Ends April 31.
Receive $25 off of registration!
Call today to register!
This is a day camp for boys and girls where we will provide a fun, safe, loving atmosphere for your child this summer. It is run by Chandra Story, a Florida State Certified Teacher with 14 years of teaching experience. Our days will be structured with all sorts of activities that every child will be able to participate in. There will be arts and crafts, lots of sports opportunities, swimming, music, drama, games, reflective time, movies, Bible lessons, kids in the kitchen, field trips, and more.
City of Sanford Recreation Dept. 801 W. 22nd St. 407.688.5120.
June 6th-July 29th (7:30am-5:30pm) Ages 5-12 Closed Monday July 4th
$70 per child per week
Should you be late to pick up your child on any day there is a late fee of $5 per 10 minutes
Field Trips are not included in the weekly rate and will cost extra
Camp will be held at the Riverwalk Christian Academy
Registration begins May 4th at 7:30am at Sanford City Hall for Sanford residents and May 5th 7:30am-5:30pm for Non-residents (if space is available)
Lunch is provided, please bring 2 snacks or money for the camp store
Age specific/ Gender specific groups
Field Trips Cost Extra
Pal Camps. 1151 E. 28th Street. 407-708-7641. http://www.seminolecountypal.org/pal-camps.html
June 6th-August 5th (7am-6pm)
$100 per child/per week
$70 per child Non-Refundable Registration Fee
The camp hours are 7 AM to 6 PM with organized activities occurring from 9 AM to 4 PM. Each camper is responsible for bringing their lunch each day as we do not provide any lunch. There is a snack bar available to the campers during the day to purchase sodas, candy, chips & more.
Seminole County PAL Camps is a proactive initiative to offer low cost, safe and supervised activities to youths during Seminole County Public Schools Spring and Summer breaks. We have limited spots available for our 2016 Summer Camp, so register early.
Please view all the details & download an application from the website and drop it off with the registration fee to the Youth Services Prevention and Enforcement Center.
For further information, during business hours contact: (407) 708-7641.
Salvation Army Summer Camp. 700 W 24th Street . http://www.salvationarmyflorida.org/sanford/summer-camp/
The camp session dates are Tuesday May 31st – August 5th 2016 , Monday through Friday 7.00am – 6.00pm. The Salvation Army offers a safe environment with fully trained and experienced staff.
Summer Camp enrollment will be April 1st 2016.
The Salvation Army office is located at 700 West 24th Street in Sanford. You will need to come to the gymnasium entrance where you can fill out your application. You will also need to bring the first full week’s registration fee. Registration will be open to children between the ages of 5-14.
The cost for the camp will be $60.00 per week for 1 child, $115.00 a week for 2 and $140.00 a week for 3 and field trips are extra. Lunch and snacks will be provided.
If a returning child brings a new friend I will take 50% off your first week’s payment for introducing a new family to our summer camp.
Camp activities will include:
Sport’s, video games, music, Arts & crafts, exciting field trips, Swimming plus much more.
A great time will be had by all! We look forward to seeing you there.
For more information please contact Ross Cook, Community Center Director at 407 322 2642 Ext 227. To download your application for summer camp please click here
HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN ACADEMY. 407.936.3636. http://thehcla.org/camps/utm_source=Shortcode&utm_medium=Shotcode&utm_term=camps&utm_campaign=Shortcode
CRUSADER ADVENTURE CAMPS
Activities include daily devotion, swimming, theme related exploration, games and art.
Weekly Themes:
- Amazing Ocean – June 6th – June 10th
- Mountian Madness & Cave Quest (Vacation Bible School)- June 13th – June 17th
- Dancing Desert – June 20th – June 24th
- Rainforest Rally – June 27th – July 1st
- Everglades Extravaganza – July 5th – July 8th
- Rapid Rivers – July 11th – July 15th
- National Parks – July 18th – July 22nd
- Fabulous Florida – July 25th – July 29th
Ages: Students Entering 1st – 5th Grade
Dates: June 6th, 2016 – July 29th, 2016 from 9:00am – 3:00pm. Cost: $150 per week
Before/Aftercare: 7:30am – 5:30pm for an extra $50 per week
School-age Childcare: Offered May 31st – June 3rd at Holy Cross Lutheran Academy’s Lower Campus for an extra $125 per week.
Holy Cross Lutheran Academy
Upper Campus
100 Aero Lane
Sanford, FL 32771
CRUSADER EDUCATIONAL CAMPS
All Educational Summer camps include fun based educational activities with themed games, crafts and a weekly field trip. Enhance their learning and bridge the summer gap in a fun and meaningful way. All camps taught by HCLA teachers.
Weekly Themes:
WEEKLY THEMES
Reading Camp, Math Camp, Reading Campb & Science Camp
Ages: Students Entering 1st – 5th Grade
Dates: June 13th, 2016 – July 22nd, 2016 from 9:00am – 4:00pm.
Cost: $175 per week
Lower Campus
5450 Holy Cross Court
Sanford, FL 32771
SEMINOLE LEAGUES SPORTS CAMPS
Weekly Themes: Soccer, Basketball, All Star, Basketball II, Soccer II; A continuation of Soccer I Camp: clinics with trained coaches, scrimmages and fun all week long
Ages: Students Entering 6th – 8th Grade
Dates: June 13th, 2016 – July 22nd, 2016 from 9:00am – Noon.
Cost: $125 per week
Before/Aftercare: 7:30am – 5:30pm for an extra $75 per week
Upper Campus
100 Aero Lane
Sanford, FL 32771
Lego Camp
Bricks for Kidz. 5070 Orange Blvd. (407) 620-5782. http://www.bricks4kidz.com/florida-sanford-altamontesprings/2016-summer-camps/
Camp Name: Jurassic Brick Land
Date: 5/30-6/3
Time: 9:00 am–12:00 pm
Ages: 5-12
Click HERE for more details
Camp Name:Amusement Park
Date:5/30-6/3
Time: 1:00 am–4:00 pm
Ages:5-12
Click HERE for more details
Camp Name:Teenage Brick Turtles
Date:6/6-6/10
Time: 9:00 am–12:00 pm
Ages:5-12
Click HERE for more details
Camp Name:Pocket Brick Monsters
Date:6/6-6/10
Time: 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
Ages:5-12
Click HERE for more details
Camp Name:Mining and Crafting 2
Date:6/27-7/1
Time: 9:00 am–12:00 pm
Ages:5-12
Click HERE for more details
Camp Name:Ev3 Robotics
Date:7/25-7/29
Time: 9:00 am–12:00 pm
Ages:5-12
Click HERE for more details
Camp Name:Model Designer
Date:7/25-7/29
Time: 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
Ages:5-12
Click HERE for more details
Vacation Bible School Camp
Crossings Community Church.407-324-5433.http://www.crossings.cc/gaks-ahoy-vacation-bible-school
Come join us on this Deep Sea Adventure, Gak’s Ahoy!
Monday, June 13-Wednesday, June 15
Your kids will “Set Sail’ on Monday June 13th with all kinds of water fun from 9am-2pm! Tuesday June 14th 9am-2pm, they will go on a TREASURE HUNT where they might meet up with some PIRATES argggg! And the EPIC conclusion will be Wednesday June 15th 6pm-9pm with dinner and a GLO Party! Your kids will not want to miss this time to Go Deeper in their relationship with Jesus and meet new friends!
Registration $15 per child – T-shirt, Breakfast and Lunch Provided!
Baking Camp
The Sweet Chalet. 209 Bellagio Circle. (321) 363-4841. http://www.thesweetchalet.com/clases.html
Young Bakers Summer Camp
June 20-24
Ages 12-16
Project: A Candy Factory Cake
Contact the Sweet Chalet for more info. http://www.thesweetchalet.com/contact.html
Stay at Home Camp
Check out Macaroni Kid ideas for creating your own camp right at home…http://lakemary.macaronikid.com/article/1204940/diy-summer-camp
Activities and Things to Do
Summer Movie Express. 430 Towne Center Circle. 844. 462.7342
Summertime Tues. & Weds. (10am)
Admission to the Summer Movie Express is only $1. Tickets available for purchase at the box office and all movies start at 10:00 am. Each week both movies play on both days. A portion of the proceeds goes to the Will Rogers Institute.
Tuesday, June 7, 2016: The Lego Movie / Max
Wednesday, June 8, 2016: The Lego Movie / Max
Tuesday, June 14, 2016: Goosebumps / Iron Giant: Signature Edition
Wednesday, June 15, 2016: Goosebumps / Iron Giant: Signature Edition
Tuesday, June 21, 2016: Pan / The Smurfs 2
Wednesday, June 22, 2016: Pan / The Smurfs 2
Tuesday, June 28, 2016: Despicable Me 2 / Home
Wednesday, June 29, 2016: Despicable Me 2 / Home
Tuesday, July 5, 2016: Minions / The Peanuts Movie
Wednesday, July 6, 2016: Minions / The Peanuts Movie
Tuesday, July 12, 2016: Alvin & The Chipmunks: The Road Chip / Curious George
Wednesday, July 13, 2016: Alvin & The Chipmunks: The Road Chip / Curious George
Tuesday, July 19, 2016: The Book of Life / Hotel Transylvania 2
Wednesday, July 20, 2016: The Book of Life / Hotel Transylvania 2
Tuesday, July 26, 2016: Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2 / Shaun the Sheep
Wednesday, July 27, 2016: Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2 / Shaun the Sheep
Tuesday, August 2, 2016: The Croods / Dr. Suess’ The Lorax
Wednesday, August 3, 2016: The Croods / Dr. Suess’ The Lorax
Kidx Monthly Social. 200 Towne Center Circle. (407) 323-1843 – http://seminoletownecenter.com/events-news/event/kidx-monthly-social
Join us the first Tuesday of every month from 5:30pm-6:30pm for our KidX Social events. Kids will have the opportunity to meet and greet with some of our tenants while participating in a fun, interactive activity such as Make Your Own Sundae, Make Your Own Nachos, and more.
Please note* The first social will take place on May 10th in front of Haagan Dazs/Nestle Tollhouse in the Food Court.
RSVP for the FREE event: FACEBOOK
Wondermade Marshmallow. E. 1st St. Sanford. 407-205-9569 – http://wondermade.com/
Interactive tours and field trips that range from 45 – 90 minutes from $7 to $15/person.
Love Sweets and Fun?! Who doesn’t? Join in on this SWEET activity! Get a behind the scenes peek at how Wondermade makes their delicious marshmallows, cut and decorate your very own marshmallows and take place in your very own marshmallow contest!
To book an event email events@wondermade.com. We can book any weekend morning between 9am-12pm.
North Branch Library. 150 N. Palmetto Ave. 407.665.1620
Books, Books and More Books! Keep cool indoors and visit Sanford’s Library, don’t forget you can also check out DVDs!!
Also, June 1st 7:-8:30PM is the Summer Reading Kickoff
Mayfair Country Club. 3536 Country Club Road. 407.322.2531.
Children ages 6-15 must be accompanied by an adult. Offer available for one child per adult. Valid and day June 1st – September 30th.
Fort Mellon Park, Splash Pad. 600 E. 1st Street. 407.688.5103
March 1 through October 31 (in March and October, only open on Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
Admission Fee: $2 per person
Free B Fridays: No admission charge from 11 AM – 8 PM on the first Friday of every month.
Season Pass: $25 per person
Sanford Memorial Stadium, 1201 S. Mellonville Ave. 407.688.5000 ext: 5604
Catch a Sanford River Rats game at the Sanford Memorial Stadium! Games run this year from June 2nd-July 30th. Playoffs are the first week of August. Games start at 7pm, unless noted.
View Calendar for Schedule!
Airport Lanes, Bowling. 190 E Airport Blvd. (407) 324-2129
Stay out of the heat with our Free Bowling for Kids program! Each child registered will receive 2 FREE Games of Bowling ALL summer long.
Register today: http://