Academic camps
1. ATX Kids ClubThis mobile camp offers educational field trips with an additional focus on health and fitness. Weekly themes include nature, the arts, Texas and diversity. Campers explore Austin via Capital Metro. Financial assistance is available as are extended care options.
In-Person
Dates: June 7-Aug. 27
Ages: 4-12
Cost: $375 per week
Mobile camp with drop-off and pickup locations around Austin.
512-234-5437
www.atxkidsclub.org
2. Bake Austin’s Kids Culinary School
Bake Austin offers hands-on cooking and baking camps that empower kids to learn life skills with weeklong camps.
Virtual
Ages: 8-16
Dates: June 7-Aug. 6
Cost: $250 per week
512-996-8277
www.bakeaustin.com
3. Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area
Campers will learn about history, traditions, fine arts, cuisine, tribes and people around the world with a focus on academic success, healthy lifestyles, character and leadership, and STEM. Camps are held in East Austin at the home club on the Sheth Family Campus and at the club’s North Austin location.
In-person
Ages: 5-18
Dates: June 7-Aug. 13
Cost: $100 per month
A. Home club at the Sheth Family Campus
6648 Ed Bluestein Blvd., Austin
512-640-6998
B. 1711 Kramer Lane, Austin
512-665-7366
www.bgcaustin.org
4. Code Wizards HQ
During a virtual, three-week session, campers are taught by teachers to code using live online communications and tools.
Virtual
Dates: June 7-Aug. 19
Ages: grades 3-12
Cost: $149 per week
512-957-9105
www.codewizardshq.com/summer
5. Coding with Kids
Camps offer various camps offering one-to-three hour sessions per day with subjects including game development, robotics and electronics, computer modding and Minecraft building.
Virtual
Dates: June-August
Ages: 5 and up
Cost: $129-$219 per week
512-415-4120
www.codingwithkids.com
6. ESTEAM Learning Labs
Camps offer a variety of STEAM curriculum camps based around fun activities. Campers use Legos to learn about engineering, robotics and art; make their own comic books and short form video content; learn to build motorized cars; and more.
In-person
Ages: 5-14
Dates: June 1-4; Aug. 2-6; Aug. 9-12
Cost: $350-$400
Dell Jewish Community Campus
7300 Hart Lane, Austin
512-740-3024
www.esteamlearninglabs.com/camps
7. Girls Empowerment Network
The Girls Empowerment Network Camp teaches girls about the power of advocacy, leadership, confidence and creativity.
In-person and virtual
Ages: grades 3-8
Dates: July 12-July 16 in person, July 26-July 30 virtual
Cost: $350/week
First Baptist Church of Austin
901 Trinity St., Austin
512-808-4044
www.girlsempowermentnetwork.org
8. Idea Labs
This STEM camp engages kids with activities such as Lego Robotics, Minecraft coding, toy engineering and 3-D printing. Extended care options are available.
In-person
Ages: 5-13
Dates: June 7-Aug. 20
Cost: $200 for half day, $375 for full day (early bird discounts available)
8620 Burnet Road, Austin
512-494-6744
www.austin.idealabkids.com
9. Latinitas
Campers learn about culture, identity and social justice using media and technology, including podcasting, coding, robotics and more. Themes for Latinitas camps include cinema, design, health and wellness, advocacy and entrepreneurship. Girls and nonbinary students are welcome.
Virtual
Ages: 9-18
Dates: June-August
Cost:$50 per week
512-900-0304
www.latinitasmagazine.org
10. Mad Science & Crayola Imagine Arts Academy
These camps feature hands-on science and art activities for children. Campers become junior scientists and artists.
In-person and virtual
Ages: 5-12
June 1-Aug. 13
Cost: $18 per day virtual, $56 per day in person
Various locations
512-892-1143
https://austin.madscience.org,
www.austin.imagineartsacademy.com
11. My Coding Place
This weekly camp teaches STEM topics to small groups of four to five students, touching on topics including chess, Python coding, Minecraft modding and 3-D animation.
In-person and virtual
Ages: 7-18
Cost: $255-$499 per week
3616 Far West Blvd., Ste. 109, Austin
512-593-2729
www.mycodingplace.com
12. Neuron Garage: Summer Online Building Camp
Campers work with a trained guide over Zoom to solve weekly engineering challenges with recycled materials. Activities promote creative thinking, collaboration and resilience throughout three-hour daily sessions. Campers can also participate in optional morning yoga.
Virtual
Ages: 7-12
Dates: June-August
Cost: $150 per week
512-593-5393
www.neurongarage.com/online-camp
13. Shalom Austin JCamps
This year’s JCamps will include activities in large indoor spaces and outside. Campers will participate in crafts, water activities and camp traditions with health and safety precautions in place.
In-person
Ages: toddler-10th grade
Dates: June 1-Aug. 13
Cost: $400-$850
7300 Hart Lane, Austin
512-735-8050
www.shalomaustin.org/camp
14. Snapology Austin
Campers use Lego building bricks to explore STEAM and literary concepts while also learning social skills.
In-person
Dates: June 1-Aug. 13
Ages: 4-12
Cost: $250-$395 per week
Snapology Austin Discovery Center
1910 Fortview Road, Austin
512-368-9090
www.snapology.com/location/austin
15. St. Andrew’s Episcopal School
St. Andrew’s Episcopal School’s camps include classes for a range of interests from chess to cooking, music theatre, athletics, science and art.
In-person (limited virtual offerings)
Ages: 4-18
Dates: June 1-July 2
Cost: $225-$550
A. 1112 W. 31st St., Austin
B. 5901 Southwest Parkway, Austin
512-299-9708
www.sasaustin.org
16. Summer Wonders
This half-day camp offers classes in STEM, art, science, global community, economics, drama, culinary creations, literature, film, athletics, music, math and more.
In-person and virtual options
Ages: grades kindergarten-8
Dates: June 7-18, June 21-July 2, July 12-23
Cost: $200-$250 per week
ACE Academy
3901 Shoal Creek Blvd., Austin
512-206-4070
www.summerwonders.com
17. Thinkery
Parents can choose among three different STEAM-themed camps for their kids. Campers learn about arts and science in a creative, safe and challenging environment.
In-person
Ages: pre-K-5
Dates: May 31-week of Aug. 9
Cost: $330-$350 members, $365-$385 nonmembers
Meredith Learning Lab
1830 Simond Ave., Austin
512-469-6201
www.thinkeryaustin.org/camp
18. The University of Texas Computer Science Summer Academies
UT’s Computer Science Department offers five summer academies for youth interested in a hands-on computer science experience. Two camps are at no cost to selected applicants, and three are tuition-based.
Virtual
Ages: 14-18
Cost: free for application-based, $799 for tuition-based
www.cs.utexas.edu/outreach/academies
19. The University of Texas School of Design and Creative Technologies
UT hosts virtual design camps taught by university faculty members online, with lessons including web game design, graphic and branding design, product sketching, and 3-D prototyping and animation.
Virtual
Dates: June 7-July 2
Ages: grades 9-12
Cost: $549
https://designcreativetech.utexas.edu/extended-education/sdct-summer-institutes
20. UTeach Outreach
These University of Texas camps focus on science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Students master concepts, explore campus, interact with industry professionals, tour research labs, and visit on-campus museums and recreational facilities.
Virtual
Dates: June 7-Aug. 6
Ages: 8-16
Cost: $550
512-471-4992
https://outreach.uteach.utexas.edu/camps
Arts and performance camps
21. Austin Film FestivalYoung creatives take classes and workshops in screenwriting, filmmaking, editing and video game writing. Campers make their own short films and animations with the support of AFF’s venue, equipment and instruction. Camps are available in person or via Zoom.
In-person and virtual
Ages: 9-18
Dates: June 7-July 30
Cost: $125-$410
First Baptist Church
901 Trinity St., Austin
512-478-4795
www.austinfilmfestival.com/yfp/summercamp
22. Austin School of Film
Austin School of Film’s summer camps offer hands-on learning experiences in film, animation and creative media. This year, campers receive a box of tools and supplies at their homes to participate in activities and receive free trials for relevant software.
Virtual
Ages: 8-16
Dates: June-July
Cost: $680, discounts for early registrants
512-236-8877
www.austinfilmschool.org/virtual-summer-camp-2021
23. Balance Dance Studios
Campers can enroll in half-day preschool camps—with themes such as superheroes, dinosaurs and princesses—or full-day camps for older dancers with a focus on acrobatic dance training.
In-person
Dates: June 7-July 23
Ages: 3-10
Cost: $225-$375 per week
4554 S. Lamar Blvd., Bldg. 300, Austin
512-215-8727
www.balancedancestudios.com
24. Camp Half-Blood Austin
The immersive role-play camp is set in the universe of “The Percy Jackson & the Olympians” and “The Heroes of Olympus” book series. Campers travel through unique storylines as their own demigod hero.
Virtual
Ages: 8-18
Dates: June 7-July 30
Cost: $497
512-970-7941
www.camphalfbloodaustin.org
25. Dance Discovery
Dance Discovery hosts weekly themed camps, with in-person options including Rainbow Unicorn, Pop Star Princess, Frozen and Descendants Hip-Hop themes. Campers learn about ballet, jazz, hip-hop and set design. Camps end with a show for parents.
In-person and virtual
Ages: 3-8
Dates: June 7-July 30
Cost: $245, $225 early registration
7729 Burnet Road, Austin
512-419-7611
www.austin-dance.org
26. Fantastic Magic Camp
This camp teaches magic, juggling and puppetry through an inclusive day camp environment. Each day ends with a show from a professional magician, juggler or clown.
In-person and virtual
Ages: 5-12
June 7 - Aug. 20 - In person
$650 (two weeks)
7500 Woodrow Ave.
512-988-3045
www.magiccamp.com
27. Griffin School
Griffin School’s half-day, weeklong camps will include remote and in-person options this year. Virtual camps will include creative stitching and coding options, and in-person camps will offer experiences in art, music performance, theater, film and visual storytelling.
In-person and virtual
Ages: grades rising 6th through rising 9th
Dates: June 7-25
Cost: $275 per week in person, $175 virtual
5001 Evans Ave., Austin
512-454-5797
www.griffinschool.org
28. kidsActing Studio
This year, kidsActing is offering single and multiple-week camps. Each camp ends with performances for friends and family. The camp plans to have 16 total locations this summer, but details of others in Austin are still being organized.
In-person
Ages: 4-18
Dates: May 31-Aug. 13
Cost: $265-$365 per week
Multiple locations
A. Center Stage Theatre
2826 Real St., Austin
B. Downtown-Headwaters
807 Rio Grande, Austin
C. Northcross-Go Dance
2525 W. Anderson Lane, Austin
D. Northwest Austin-Magellan
7938 Great Northern Blvd., Austin
512-836-5437
www.kidsactingstudio.com
29. School of Rock Austin
Youth musicians of all skill levels are invited to a week of music lessons and workshops to sharpen skills on guitar, bass, drums, keyboard and vocals. Songwriting and band musicianship are among the topics covered.
In-person and virtual
Ages: 6-18
Dates: June 7-Aug. 13
Cost: $440 online, $275-$550 in person
2525 W. Anderson Lane, Ste. 138
512-670-2360
www.austin.schoolofrock.com
30. Umlauf Sculpture Garden
Children learn from teaching artists to creatively engage with Umlauf Sculpture garden through “STEAM-style” learning. Campers create interactive nature and art projects.
In-person
Ages: grades kindergarten-5
Dates: June 7-July 23
Cost: $200 half-day, $380 full-day
Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum
605 Azie Morton Road, Austin
512-445-5582
www.umlaufsculpture.org
31. The University of Texas Radio-Television-Film Media
Professors, media professionals and advanced graduate students teach kids about filmmaking, video game design, animation and more. Campers learn to create content with other creative kids.
Virtual
Ages: 8-adul
Dates: June-August (Dates TBD)
Cost: varies
512-471-6617
http://rtf.utexas.edu/camps
32 . ZACH Theatre
The ZACH Theatre will run reduced-capacity, socially distant weekly camps with no more than eight children and two adults in the room at a time. The local theater has offered these performing arts camps for children for more than 30 years.
In-person
Ages: 5-18
Dates: June 7-Aug. 18
Cost: $275-$320
ZACH Theatre
A. 1510 Toomey Road, Austin
B. 14010 US 183, Ste. 540, Austi
www.zachtheatre.org/education
Sports & recreation camps
33. ATX Ballers CampsSplit into basketball and soccer camps, coaches provide lessons that develop fundamentals and prepare athletes for games. The camps offer full and half-day rates, and run Monday through Thursday.
In-person
Dates: June 7-Aug. 13
Ages: grades pre K-12
Cost: $120-$250 per day
Austin Achieve Public School
7424 E. Hwy. 290, Austin.
512-230-8965
www.atxballers.com
34. Brandy Perryman Shooting Camp
The basketball camp for boys and girls includes competition and intensive drills. Basketball shooting skills are developed through instruction that includes repetition, self-discipline, team concepts and fun.
In-person
Ages: 7-16
Dates: June 14-Aug. 5
Cost: $240 prior to June 1
WAYA-West Austin Youth Association
1314 Exposition Blvd., Austin
512-799-8891
www.waya.org/brandyperryman
35. Extend-A-Care YMCA
Extend-A-Care and the YMCA of Austin partner to offer a variety of day camps to learn new skills and concepts in a creative environment, including sports, STEAM skills and outdoor activities. A camp for preschoolers is also available.
Ages: infant-13
Dates: June 1-Aug. 6
Cost: $215 per week and up, with financial assistance available
In-person
Various locations
512-236-9622
www.austinymca.org
36. Jump Gymnastics
Camp Jump offers weekly theme-based programs featuring gymnastics, art exploration, dramatic play, yoga, music and dance. Half, full and extended-day options are available.
In-person
Ages: 3-10
Dates: June 7-Aug. 13
Cost: $265-$470, 10% sibling discount
2117 W. Anderson Lane, Austin
512-593-6226
www.jumpgymnastics.com
37. Rock-About Climbing Adventures
These climbing camps encourage safety and fun for young climbers. Each week, campers climb at the Austin Greenbelt, Reimer’s Ranch and Enchanted Rock.
In-person
Dates: June 7-Aug. 13
Ages: 9-18
Cost: $399 per week
3755 S. Capital of Texas Hwy., Austin
512-415-0804
www.rock-about.com/kids-camps
38. Waterloo Swimming’s Summer Safety and Summer Sharks and Mermaids Camp
Waterloo is offering two camps this summer, with one geared toward novice-level swimmers who want to learn more about water safety awareness and develop stronger swim skills. Waterloo’s Sharks and Mermaids Camp is for more experienced swimmers and strengthens skills through guided swims, games and crafts. Each camp offers 30-minute lessons taught by trained Waterloo instructors.
In-person
Ages: grades 1-6
Dates: June 7-July 29
Cost: $160 per week
A. Waterloo Swimming Northwest,
12332 N. RM 620, Austin
B. Waterloo Swimming Central,
3200 W. Anderson Lane, Austin
512-401-3404
www.waterlooswimming.com
39. Wet & Wild Adventure Camp
Wet & Wild Camp provides field trips, taking children on daily trips to swim at local pools, lakes, rivers or water parks. Campers are dropped off by parents each day at 7:30 a.m., and pick up is at 5:30 p.m. from various locations across Austin.
In-person
Dates: June 7-Aug. 13
Ages: 6-15
Cost: $400-$480 per week
Drop-off and pick up available at various locations
512-771-3188
www.wetwildcamp.com
Writing & language camps
40. Austin Eco Bilingual School’s Spanish Immersion CampThis year’s Austin Eco Bilingual School Spanish Immersion Camp is based on an adventure book about travels across the world. At the camp, students are fully immersed in the Spanish language and are exposed to new phrases and vocabulary through cooking, art, dancing and music. The camp is split into 11 one-week sessions. Part time and full time camps are offered.
In-person
Dates: May 28-Aug.20
Ages: 2-8
Cost: $180-$320 per week
A. North Austin Campus
2700 W. Anderson Lane, Ste. 601, Austin
512-299-5732
B. Austin Eco Bilingual School
8707 Mountain Crest Drive, Austin
512-299-5731
www.austinbilingualschool.com
41. Badgerdog Creative Writing
Workshops allow children to work with writers to explore, experiment, imagine and create new written works for publication. In-person summer camp workshops may be added later in the spring based on campuses’ ability to meet COVID-19 safety guidelines. Access to Zoom and GoogleDrive is required for the virtual camps.
Virtual
Ages: Grades 2-12
June 7-25; June 28-July 2; July 5-9; July 12-30; Aug. 2-6
Cost: $125-$300
512-542-0076
www.austinlibrary.org
42. Camp ¡Vámonos!
Campers spend summer days “like their grandparents did,” playing, exploring, engaging in arts and crafts, and more. The camp features a zipline, slackline, treehouse and climbing dome.
In-person
Ages: 5-11
Dates: June 7-Aug. 13 (no camp the weeks of June 29 and July 6)
Cost: $200 per week
6919 Reese Lane, Austin
512-770-7789
www.campvamonos.com
43. Mariposas Kids Spanish Immersion Camp
This year’s campers will celebrate the country of Costa Rica while learning Spanish through interactive cultural activities, art, music, cooking, dance and outdoor games. Dates are subject to change based on COVID-19 conditions.
In-person
Ages: 3-8
Dates: June 7-17, July 5-16, Aug. 2-13
Cost: TBD
Upbring School of Arts and Sciences
3501 Red River St., Austin
512-653-7369
www.mariposasspanish.com/summer
44. Not Your Kid’s Spanish Camp
The Language House offers Spanish camps for adults, from beginners to intermediate learners. Conversational and fun Spanish-language classes are accompanied by informal happy hours and a Spanish cooking class.
Virtual
Dates: 2-week sessions held throughout June and July, exact dates TBD
Ages: 21 and up
Cost: $325
4411 Avenue B, Austin
512-297-9594
www.languagehouseatx.com
