ACADEMIC
Abacus Brain Gym
- 9090 Jollyville Road, Ste. 107
- 512-775-0454
- www.abacusbraingym.com
- AGES: kindergarten–sixth grade
- DATES: June 15–Aug. 23
- COST: $175 (half day), $295 (full day) per week
- Children learn brain training and mental strategies as well as play games.
Badgerdog Creative Writing Summer Camp
- Austin International School, 4001 Adelphi Lane
- 512-542-0076
- www.austinlibrary.org
- AGES: third–12th grades
- DATES: July 13–July 31
- COST: $450 for session
- Workshops allow children to work with mentors to explore, experiment, imagine and create new written works for publication. Idea generation, editing and publication are also topics.
Bits, Bytes & Bots Computer Adventures
- Doss Elementary School, 7005 Northledge Drive; Northwest Hills United Methodist Church, 7050 Village Center Drive; Tobrary, 7817 Rockwood Lane
- 512-415-4120
- https://austintx.bitsbytesbots.com
- AGES: 6–14
- DATES: June 8–Aug. 14
- COST: $295 (half day) per week
- Courses include movie making, computer game creation, "Minecraft" and robotics.
Curious Einstein
- Austin Children's Academy, 12310 N. RM 620; Hope Presbyterian Church, 11512 Olson Drive; Jewish Community Center, 7300 Hart Lane
- 512-892-1143
- www.austin.madscience.org
- AGES: 4–12
- DATES: June 8–Aug. 21
- COST: $170 (half day), $280 (full day) per week
- Science-themed camps include hands-on educational activities using all five senses to spark imagination and curiosity.
Microsoft STEM summer camps
- The Microsoft Store at The Domain, 3309 Esperanza Crossing, Ste. 104
- 512-582-6500
- www.microsoftstore.com/austin, [email protected]
- AGES: 8–13
- DATES: June 2–Aug. 29
- COST: free
- Topics include coding, photography, video game design, movie making and "Minecraft."
Moolah U
- Abel's North, 4001 W. Parmer Lane
- 512-258-4676
- www.moolahu.com
- AGES: 7–16
- DATES: June 22–Aug. 21
- COST: $300 per week, $230 (three days) plus cost of lunch
- Campers will start a business, make real money, learn to use money wisely, and develop leadership and personal accountability skills.
Phoenix Arising Aviation Academy
- 10435 Burnet Road, Ste. 108
- 512-588-2359
- www.phoenixaviation.org
- AGES: kindergarten–12th grade
- DATES: June 8–Aug. 21
- COST: $350 per week
- Camps focus on hands-on, experiential learning using aviation and technology.
Robotics Summer Camp
- Anderson High School, 8403 Mesa Drive
- www.andersonrobotics.org
- AGES: fifth–12th grade
- DATES: June 20–24, 27–30
- COST: $250 per week, $275 after April 1
- Campers use creative problem-solving and hands-on learning with the Anderson High School Robotics Team.
ARTS & PERFORMANCE
AARC Young Actors Studio theater art camps
- Asian American Resource Center, 8401 Cameron Road
- 512-974-1700
- www.austintexas.gov/aarc
- AGES: 5–12
- DATES: June 15–Aug. 7
- COST: $270–$300 per two-week session
- Campers learn and develop acting and theater production skills while exploring Asian-American history and multiculturalism.
Art+ Academy
- 8650 Spicewood Springs Road, Ste. 118
- 512-415-8267
- www.artplusacademy.com
- AGES: 5–17
- DATES: June 15–Aug. 21
- COST: $165 per week plus $25 supply fee
- Young artists will improve drawing and painting skills. Classes are available for different age groups.
Art Amore
- 6507 Jester Blvd., Ste. 107
- 512-983-7022
- www.artamoreaustin.com
- AGES: 2 1/2–16
- DATES: June 9–Aug. 15
- COST: $190 per week
- Camps focus on creativity using art, science and tinkering.
Ek Creations Pottery Studio
- 13466 Gent Drive
- 512-797-6580
- www.ekcreations.net
- AGES: 6 and older
- DATES: June 15–Aug. 21
- COST: $195 per week
- Campers learn slip-cast ceramics, hand-building, wheel-thrown clay and finishing with glazes.
Fantastic Magic Camp
- Highland Mall, 6001 Airport Blvd.
- 512-850-4677
- www.magiccamp.com
- AGES: 5–12
- DATES: June 8–Aug. 21
- COST: $275 one week, $550 two weeks
- Children learn life skills and confidence through magic, juggling and puppets.
Joyce Willett School of Dance
- 12687 Research Blvd.
- 512-335-0013
- www.jwsd.net
- AGES: 3–13
- DATES: June 15–Aug. 21
- COST: $200 per week
- Themed dance camps include styles such as ballet, tap, jazz and hip-hop.
kidsActing Studio
- Dancer's Workshop, 11150 Research Blvd.
- 512-836-5437
- www.kidsactingstudio.com
- AGES: 5–15
- DATES: June 15–Aug. 14
- COST: $325 (full day) per week
- Musical and acting camps include "Frozen," "Annie" and "Tangled."
KidsDance! summer camps
- 2525 Anderson Lane, Ste. 138
- 512-670-2360
- www.austin.schoolofrock.com
- AGES: 6–18
- DATES: June 8–Aug. 21
- COST: $550 (one week), $1,100 (two weeks)
- Camps use rock 'n roll to teach guitar, bass, drums, vocals and keys, and beginner- to advanced-level camps are available.
Sole Songs
- 6507 Jester Blvd., Ste. 504
- 512-343-7732
- www.solesongsdanceacademy.com
- AGES: 2 1/2–16
- DATES: June 9–Aug. 15
- COST: $175 per week
- Dance camps include styles such as hip-hop, jazz and ballet.
GENERAL CAMPS
Anderson Mill Limited District
- 11500 El Salido Parkway
- 512-258-4104
- www.amld.org
- AGES: 5–15
- DATES: June 9–Aug. 15
- COST: $175–$190 (day camp), $240 (adventure camp)
- The day camp includes tennis, volleyball and swim lessons, and the adventure camp involves field trips, such as to Schlitterbahn or Six Flags.
Au Route to Fitness
- 4001 Adelphi Lane
- 512-331-7806
- www.austininternationalschool.org
- AGES: 3–6
- DATES: June 8–July 17
- COST: $260 (half day), $580 (full day) for two-week session
- The bilingual camps are in French and Spanish and teach coordination and other healthy habits to keep children growing through dancing, singing and cooking.
Bluebonnet Summer Day Camp
- Arboretum duck pond, 10000 Research Blvd. (drop-off/pickup location)
- 512-658-6285
- www.camponthemove.com
- AGES: 7–14
- DATES: June 8–Aug. 14
- COST: $295–$360 per week
- Campers will travel throughout Austin, San Antonio and Arlington visiting Schlitterbahn, Hawaiian Falls, SeaWorld and GattiTown.
Camp Sana
- Wholesome Generation Holistic Schoolhouse, 4001 Burr Oak Lane
- www.wholesomegeneration.org/programs/wholesome-camps
- AGES: 3 1/2-13
- DATES: June 8-July 31
- COST: $350
- Hands-on activities and trips include art, kayaking, hiking, visiting the wildflower center, using herbs and wildflowers to create potions, dance, yoga, capoeira sessions and learning about urban farms and beekeeping.
Hyde Park Baptist Church Quarries Camp
- 11400 N. MoPac
- 512-241-0233
- www.hpbc.org/quarries
- AGES: first–sixth grade
- DATES: June 1–July 31
- COST: $159–$245 per week
- Each week offers a different theme with a variety of activities related to that theme.
Little Land Summer Day Out
- Little Land Play Gym, 13802 N. US 183, Ste. 107
- 512-827-3601
- www.littlelandplaygym.com
- AGES: 18 months–6 years
- DATES: June–August
- COST: $50–$70 per week
- Summer programs provide an environment for children to play and take part in developmental activities, such as open play, music, art and social skills.
Pickfair Youth Summer Camp
- Pickfair Community Center, 10904 Pickfair Drive
- 512-401-8119
- www.austintexas.gov/department/pickfair-community-center
- AGES: 5–11
- DATES: June 15–Aug. 21
- COST: $94 (Austin residents), $132 (nonresidents) per week
- Camps involve games, sports and crafts, among other activities, with each week having a different theme.
Wet & Wild Adventure Camp
- Balcones District Park, 12017 Amherst Drive (drop-off/pickup location)
- 512-771-3188
- www.wetwildcamp.com
- AGES: 6–15
- DATES: June 8–Aug. 21
- COST: $320 per week
- Activities in the field trip–based day camp include visits to water and amusement parks, swimming, tubing, stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking.
YMCA
- Multiple locations
- 512-236-9622 www.austinymca.org
- AGES: 4–14
- DATES: June 8–Aug. 21
- COST: $165 (members), $200 (nonmembers) per week; $190 (members), $225 (nonmembers) for adventure camp
- Campers will be involved in swimming, field trips, games, crafts and more.
SPORTS
Aim and Focus Karate
- 8516 Anderson Mill Road, Ste. 100
- 512-257-8552
- www.aimandfocus.com
- AGES: 5–12
- DATES: June 8–Aug. 21
- COST: $175 (existing students), $200 (new students) per week
- The high-energy camp is centered on martial arts with other field trips and activities to improve focus, discipline and self-esteem.
Austin Karate Summer Camp
- 9308 Anderson Mill Road, Ste. 600
- 512-335-5425
- www.austinkarateacademy.com
- AGES: 5–14
- DATES: July 13–17
- COST: $199 per week
- Campers will develop a sense of integrity and improve skills in areas such as balance, coordination, posture, motor skills and self-defense.
Brandy Perryman Shooting Camp
- Multiple locations
- 512-799-8891
- www.bperrymanshootingcamp.com
- AGES: 7–16
- DATES: June 15–Aug. 13
- COST: $220 per week
- The basketball camp for boys and girls includes game competition, intensive drills and lectures.
Capital Gymnastics
- 6001 W. Parmer Lane
- 512-219-9930
- www.capgym.com
- AGES: 3–9
- DATES: June 9–Aug. 18
- COST: $90 per week plus a $35 registration fee
- Activities include instructional gymnastics and arts and crafts. The camp meets Tuesdays and Thursdays.
CG Victory Youth Adventure Camp
- Purple Sage Elementary School, 11801 Tanglebriar Trail; The Quarries Church, 11400 MoPac
- 512-494-6966, ext. 121
- www.cgvictory.org/camps
- AGES: 7–14
- DATES: July 20–25, 27–Aug. 1
- COST: $225 (discounts available through May)
- Children will participate in nonconventional games, rock climbing, dodgeball, ultimate Frisbee, tug-of-war and relay races at this camp, which culminates with an obstacle course.
Challenger Sports soccer camps
- Town and Country 9100 Meadowheath Drive
- 805-845-6801
- www.onesoccerschools.com
- AGES: 3–18
- DATES: June 15–19
- COST: $100–$319 (before June 1)
- Camps are offered for children of various ages and skill levels to improve technical and tactical soccer skills.
Town & Country summer camps
- Town & Country Optimist Club, 9100 Meadowheath Drive; Westwood High School, 12400 Mellow Meadow Drive
- 512-331-0438
- www.tandcsports.org
- AGES: 3–8 (Soccer Shots), third–ninth grades (basketball camps)
- DATES: June 8–July 17
- COST: $150–$190 per week
- Sports camps include boys and girls basketball and Soccer Shots.
YES! Youth Fitness camps
- YES! Youth Fitness and Sports Performance, 13530 N. US 183, Ste. 102
- 512-872-4242 www.yesaustintx.com
- AGES: 5 and older
- DATES: June 8–Aug. 6
- COST: $65–$100 per week
- Camps include a focus on interactive games, sports training, developing fitness skills, and a girls-only fitness and sports training camp.
This list is not comprehensive. If your camp was not included, email [email protected], and we will add it to our online edition.
