Off-Site Camps-2024
*Campers will meet at Colorado Academy and will be bused to their off-site destination by one of our CA chaperones. Lunch is included for full-day.
Tip: If there are specific weeks for which you need your child enrolled, start by viewing the weekly schedules.
Signature Programs
Backcountry Adventure (Overnight trip, 4 days) (Entering Grades 9-12)
W6: July 8-July 12
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 9-12
Join us for an amazing four days in the Colorado wilderness! Explore unique Colorado landscapes and learn basic backcountry principles like navigation, Leave No Trace and camp cooking. There will be a mix of backpacking and basecamp hiking. All food and snacks are included, and gear is available to borrow. Suitable for all experience levels; max nine students.
Cost: $900
Instructor: Abby Page
Overnight Horseback Adventure (3-days) (Entering Grades 9-12)
W8: July 22-July 26
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 9-12
Colorado history is rich with travel by horseback, and still today many locations are only accessible by foot or horseback. Come join us for a unique three-day horsepack adventure, where we'll travel to campsites with everything we need being carried by a horseback train. Comfort with horses is required. Suitable for all riding levels; max eight students.
Cost: $1,300
Instructor: Abby Page
TIDES Explorer: Open Water SCUBA certification & Ocean Literacy (*Special time schedule. Please see description) (Entering Grades 7-9)
W1: June 3-June 7 & W2: June 10-June 14
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Entering Grades 7-9
Through TIDES Explorer, earn your scuba SSI Open Water certification, plus learn about marine science, conservation and how we’re connected to the ocean. Internet access required for self-study portion. Camp includes instructor-led academic sessions, two eight-hour pool skills sessions (at Ocean First in Boulder) and open water dives (at Aurora Reservoir).
Cost: $1,950
Instructor: TIDES Explorer
Off-Site Camps-2024
Adventure Seekers (Entering Grades 4-9)
W2: June 10-June 14
W3: June 17-June 21
W4: June 24-June 28
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 4-9
Explore Colorado and enjoy outdoor activities like the Georgetown Loop, white water rafting, SUP/kayaking, and zip lining. Trained leaders encourage lessons on challenge and trust. Activities are subject to change.
Cost: $730
Instructor: Sydney Finkbohner
Amazing Race (Entering Grades 3-6)
W1: June 3-June 7
W2: June 10-June 14
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 3-6
Join us for an Amazing Race around Denver! Each day will be a new leg of our race, traveling to the Botanic Gardens, Dinosaur Ridge, Bluff Lake Nature Center, Adventure Golf, and Chatfield State Park! Complete roadblocks and detours with your partner, while having fun and experiencing some of the best places in Denver!
Cost: $600
Instructor: Beth Hickenlooper
Adventures in Zoology (Entering Grades 5-8)
W1: June 3-June 7
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 5-8
Did you know that a naked mole rat can run as fast backwards as it can forward? Or that an ostrich’s eyes are bigger than its brain? Awaken your inner zoologist through up-close encounters with captivating creatures. From delving into the survival adaptations of sharks to touching playful stingrays, this week will be full of adventure for animal enthusiasts like you.
Cost: $550
Instructor: Taja Mckinney
Art Around Town (Entering Grades 3-5)
W5: July 1-July 5 (4 days only)
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m Entering Grades 3-5
For budding or experienced artists alike, Denver is our canvas for plein-air and nature drawing, landscapes, architectural drawings, and portraits. Try materials and techniques like charcoal, pencil, ink, pastels and more.
Cost: $375
Instructor: Sara Monterroso
Art of Nature (Entering Grades 3-6)
W8: July 22-July 26
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 3-5
Discover wildlife and nature through outdoor exploration, drawing, painting, sculpture, poetry, and other arts. Participate in wildlife watching, catch and observe critters, practice scientific journaling, and get inspired. We'll visit places like Genesee Park, Botanic Gardens, and Audubon Center at Chatfield to explore arts, using nature as the inspiration and medium.
Cost: $675
Instructor: Denver Audubon
Beginner Fencing (Entering Grades 2-8)
W2: June 10-June 14
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 2-8
Study the three Olympic fencing weapons through drills, games, and challenges. Use our fully electric scoring equipment and regulation-sized fencing strips. Camp culminates with an in-house tournament.
Cost: $695
Instructor: Denver Fencing Center
Beginning Golf (Entering Grades 3-10)
W1: June 3-June 7
W3: June 17-June 21
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 3-10
Professional golf instruction by PGA teachers, on a par-3 course. Required: collared shirts and tailored shorts, golf clubs, balls and tees. Driving range balls provided. Pull carts may be rented at Foothills for $3-4 per day.
Cost: $540
Instructor: Bob Ulrich
Beginning Horsemanship (Entering Grades 3-8)
W1: June 3-June 7
W7: July 15-July 19
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Entering Grades 3-8
Beginning riders will head out to Stockton’s Plum Creek stables for five days of hands-on horsemanship and riding. Emphasis on communication, grooming, and handling skills with daily demonstrations and equestrian lessons. Campers learn about bareback riding, saddling, and the introduction of rein use.
Cost: $455
Instructor: Stockton's Stables
Bowling Party (Entering Grades 1-5)
W3: June 17-June 21
W6: July 8-July 12
12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 1-5
Spare, Strike, Turkey or Gutter Ball? Whether you are a seasoned bowler or a novice, spend an afternoon with us at a local bowling alley, playing a game that can be traced back to the Stone Age. This is an opportunity to improve your game or learn proper technique right from the beginning. Tuition includes transportation to and from the lanes, unlimited bowling and shoe rental.
Cost: $310
Instructor: TBD
Colorado Hikers (Entering Grades 2-5)
W2: June 10-June 14
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 2-3
W6: July 8-July 12
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 4-5
At this camp, we will spend our days exploring some of Colorado's best state parks! On our hikes we will read a book about nature and complete an activity together on the trail. We will end our days back on campus, with reflection time in our new nature journal.
Cost: $595
Instructor: Christine West
Denver Fun Hoppers (Entering Grades 4-9)
W4: June 24-June 28
W5: July 1-July 5 (4 days only)
W7: July 15-July 19
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 6-9
W6: July 8-July 12
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 4-7
Explore some of Denver’s best amusement parks, water parks, and museums during this action-packed fun hopper week. Visit the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, Elitch Gardens, Water World, and more.
Cost: $795 W5: $640
Instructor: TBD
Driver’s Education with Permit Test (Entering Grades 9-12)
W4: June 24-June 28
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (age requirement: 14 years and six months old)
Approved by the State of CO, learn skills, confidence, and awareness for safe driving. Includes all that’s needed for a driving permit and license: 30-hour class (req’d by State of CO), written permit test, and behind the wheel lessons (completed over the year that student holds their permit).
Cost: $735
Instructor: Start Smart Driving Academy
Escape Room (Entering Grades 5-9)
W2: June 10-June 14
W3: June 17-June 21
W7: July 15-July 19
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 5-9
We’ll visit some of Denver’s best escape rooms during this exciting week. Escape using teamwork and clues. Create an escape room using cause-and-effect contraptions for others. This is for beginners who have only completed 2-3 escape rooms.
Cost: $660
Instructor: Kathy Zolla
Flying Trapeze & More (Entering Grades 6-9)
W1: June 3-June 7
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 6-9
Have you ever wanted to soar through the air?! Sign up for FLY MILE HIGH, Colorado’s only Flying Trapeze summer camp! We will teach you fun acrobatic tricks. You will jump, swing, and flip in a safety harness above our comfy safety net. You will get ‘caught’ by one of our professional catchers. Get ready to have a blast! We will finish the day with another off-site activity such as a trip to a museum, park, or other fun destination.
Cost: $1,300
Instructor: Fly Mile High Club
Flying Trapeze & More (Entering Grades 2-5)
W3: June 17-June 21
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 2-5
Have you ever wanted to soar through the air like Spider-Man?! Colorado’s only Flying Trapeze summer camp will teach you fun acrobatic tricks. You will jump, swing, and flip in a safety harness above our comfy safety net. You will get ‘caught’ by one of our professional catchers. You will grow and develop new skills (teamwork, encouragement, confidence). Get ready to have a blast and feel like a superhero! We’ll finish the day with another off-site activity such as a trip to a museum, park, or other fun destination.
Cost: $1,300
Instructor: Fly Mile High Club
Intermediate Golf (Entering Grades 4-10)
W2: June 10-June 14
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 4-10
Professional golf instruction by PGA teachers: three days on a par-3 course, two days on a nine-hole course. Required: collared shirts and tailored shorts, golf clubs, balls and tees. Driving range balls provided.
Cost: $540
Instructor: Bob Ulrich
Intermediate Rock Climbing (Entering Grades 6-8)
W7: July 15-July 19
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 6-8
By the end of this five-day camp, campers will be on track to lead their own single-pitch sport climbs at any climbing venue in the world! This is a camp for folks with some previous experience with rock climbing who are energetic about taking their climbing to the next level. This course is packed with climbing mileage and culminates with a mock sport lead climb. We will focus on movement, lead climbing, basic gear for setting anchors and risk management. This is the ideal course with those with outdoor top-rope climbing experience and the interest in becoming a more well-rounded climber.
Cost: $1,250
Instructor: Colorado Mountain School
It's a Bug's World (Entering Grades 3-5)
W1: June 3-June 7
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 3-5
Immerse yourself in an itty-bitty world with stories of our tiny giants, the invertebrates. Experience bugs like you never have before, with field trips to the Butterfly Pavilion and Chatfield Farms. Even get an up-close look from special guests like The Peoples Bees. Activities include art projects and land and aquatic bug catching. BEE-there or BEE square!
Cost: $675
Instructor: Denver Audubon
Jump into Gymnastics (Entering Grades K-6)
W2: June 10-June 14
W5: July 1-July 5 (4 days only)
W8: July 22-July 26
9:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m. Entering Grades 3-6
12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades K-3
Build strength, flexibility and coordination through gymnastics athletic training. Campers learn how to safely use gymnastics equipment, improve existing strengths, and tackle new skills with the help of expert coaches.
Cost: $300, W5: $238
Instructor: Golden Gymnastics
Kiddie Corral (Entering Grades K-2)
W1: June 3-June 7
W7: July 15-July 19
12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades K-2
Beginning riders will head out to Stockton’s Plum Creek stables for hands-on horsemanship, lessons on horse behavior, grooming, handling, and introduction to riding. Campers focus on safety while building confidence. On Friday, campers participate in horse-related arts and crafts and games back on campus.
Cost: $405
Instructors: Stockton's Stables
Landscape Photo (Entering Grades 6-9)
W1: June 3-June 7
W2: June 10-June 14
9:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 6-9
Students explore local sites around Denver, hiking and capturing the majestic sites with a DSLR camera. Over the course of the week, students gain experience using the manual settings of the DSLR camera and further developing these in our photo lab with post-production techniques in Adobe Lightroom & Photoshop. Students leave camp with printed images to display in their homes.
Cost: $650
Instructors: Karen Donald
Learn to Rock Climb (Entering Grades 5-8)
W4: June 24-June 28
W6: July 8-July 12
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 5-8
This complete introduction to rock climbing, five-day camp, takes first timers or those new to rock climbing and introduces them to the wonderful sport of rock climbing. Learn to climb like a rock star by building a solid foundation of the knowledge, skills, and movement required to get into the sport. We will cover gear, belaying, rappelling, various types of movement and following lead climbers.
Cost: $1,250
Instructor: Colorado Mountain School
Let's Lend a Hand (Entering Grades 5-8)
W7: July 15-July 19
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 5-8
A week of service-related activities through Volunteers of America: sprucing up open spaces, working with children, rescued animals or the Ronald McDonald House. Celebrate at Elitch Gardens on Friday.
Cost: $510
Instructor: TBD
Little Fencers Camp (Entering Grades K-2)
W6: July 8-July 12
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Entering Grades K-2
Little Fencers half-day Camp introduces students to the sport of fencing in a safe and fun environment. Fencers use lightweight, plastic equipment especially designed for kids so they can focus on basic fencing knowledge.
Cost: $390
Instructor: Denver Fencing Center
Little Golfers (Entering Grades 1-3)
W1: June 3-June 7
W2: June 10-July 14
W3: June 17-July 21
12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 1-3
Lessons on the links cover etiquette, safety, putting, short game (chipping, pitching), full swing and strategies for getting around a golf course efficiently. Required: a bag of junior golf clubs, collared shirts and tailored shorts.
Cost: $355
Instructors: Beth Folsum & Shelley DeRock
Little Hikers (Entering Grades K-2)
W1: June 3-June 7
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades K-2
At this camp, we will spend our days exploring trails close to the Denver area! On our hikes we will read a book about nature and complete an activity together on the trail. Then we’ll end our days back on campus, with reflection time in our new nature journal.
Cost: $595
Instructor: Christine West
Medieval Camp (Entering Grades 2-8)
W8: July 22-July 26
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 2-8
Knights-in-training learn to battle in the medieval style and the modern Olympic style. Make foam swords, design a personal crest and battle for the castle built upon the great Ruby Hill!
Cost: $695
Instructor: Denver Fencing Center
Middle School Bowling Party (Entering Grades 6-8)
W2: June 10-June 14
W8: July 22-July 26
12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 6-8
Whether you are a seasoned bowler or a novice, spend an afternoon with us at a local bowling alley, playing a game that can be traced back to the Stone Age. This is an opportunity to improve your game or learn proper technique right from the beginning.
Cost: $310
Instructor: TBD
Mini Golf (Entering Grades 1-8)
W5: July 1-July 5 (4 days only)
12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 3-8
W8: July 22-July 26
12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 1-4
Whether you imagine yourself as a pro golfer one day, or just enjoy playing a game of miniature golf once in a while, this camp is for you. This week we will putt our way through the Denver area’s most exciting and entertaining putt-putt courses, including an indoor glow-in-the-dark course and beautiful outdoor venues. The obstacles and challenges that you’ll face this week will have you jumping for joy.
Cost: $310, W5: $250
Instructor: TBD
Mountain Explorers (Entering Grades 3-5)
W1: June 3-June 7
W8: July 22-July 26
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 3-5
Explore Colorado’s ecosystems by rock climbing, glacier “sledding”, and paddling at a local reservoir. Make a field journal, learn wilderness ethics, build “survival” shelters, and learn to safely play in the mountains.
Cost: $970
Instructor: Colorado Mountain Club
Mountain Leaders (Entering Grades 6-9)
W2: June 10-June 14
W3: June 17-June 21
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 6-9
This adventure-filled day-camp experience has it all, with a week of indoor and outdoor rock climbing, mountain exploration, backcountry cooking, basic snow/glacier travel technique, and paddle boarding. You will also gain valuable insight into your own learning and leadership styles. Get psyched for an exciting week of skill building, adventure, and fun!
Cost: $970
Instructor: Colorado Mountain Club
Mountain Madness (Entering Grades 5-9)
W6: July 8-July 12
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 5-9
W7: July 15-July 19
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 7-9
W8: July 22-July 26
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 5-7
Enjoy thrilling activities that may include: zip lining, whitewater rafting, glacier hiking, horseback riding, and either paddle boarding/kayaking or mountain biking. Experienced guides. Discover inspiring Colorado.
Cost: $730
Instructor: Jack McHugh
Parkour (Entering Grades 3-9)
W3: June 17-June 21
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Entering Grades 6-9
12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 3-5
W8: July 22-July 26
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Entering Grades 6-9
12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 3-5
Jump, run, climb, and play at one of the largest parkour gyms in America. Learn the basics of parkour, including landing, rolling, jumping, precision, balance, vaulting, climbing, and swinging. Safety is paramount.
Cost: $510
Instructors: Apex Movement
Passport to Nature (Entering Grades 1-3)
W7: July 15-July 19
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 1-3
Experience a week that offers the chance to immerse yourself in nature! Observe live animals, explore hands-on displays and a Touch Table, enjoy animal and bird exhibits, and hike trails searching for hundreds of species of wildlife with outdoor scavenger hunts, games, and activities.
Cost: $675
Instructor: Kate Hogan with Denver Audubon
Professional Escape (Entering Grades 7-10)
W8: July 22-July 26
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 7-10
Calling all professional escape room artists. If you have successfully escaped at least three rooms, and you enjoy logic puzzles, strategy games, and problem solving, this camp is for you. Bring your escape room expertise, and be prepared to break out of some challenging situations that only the best Houdini fans can navigate.
Cost: $660
Instructors: Kathy Zolla & Renee Medina
Samurai Camp (Entering Grades 2-8)
W3: June 17-June 21
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 2-8
Join Coach Chris Sauthoff for a unique samurai journey. Make your own samurai sword, play games, learn the kendo tenets of discipline and respect, and learn how to apply a different form of swordplay to fencing!
Cost: $695
Instructor: Denver Fencing Center
Shredder: Indoor Ski & Board School (Entering Grades K-3)
W2: June 10-June 14
W4: June 24-June 28
W6: July 8-July 12
W8: July 22-July 26
12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades K-3
Strengthen ski and snowboarding technical skills at Shredder’s indoor Littleton facility. Open to beginning and intermediate levels. All equipment is provided.
Cost: $520
Instructor: Shredders
Skateboarding (Entering Grades 5-8)
W1: June 3-June 7
W6: July 8-July 12
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 3-5
W4: June 24-June 28
W8: July 22-July 26
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 6-9
Skateboard instruction for children of all ages and skill abilities. Small group settings. Learn fundamentals to more advanced skills through persistence and determination. Equipment provided.
Cost: $745
Instructor: Square State Skate
Stand Up Paddleboarding (Entering Grades 3-8)
W3: June 17-June 21
W4: June 24-June 28
W6: July 8-July 12
W8: July 22-July 26
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 3-8
Learn to Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) with ACA certified instructors. Learn basic paddling skills, strokes, turning, bracing, and safety including self and group rescue. SUP equipment provided. Req’d Swimming ability.
Cost: $710
Instructor: SurfSUP Colorado
Swim Lessons with Swim Labs (Entering Grades K-4)
W1: June 3-June 7
W2: June 10-June 14
W3: June 17-June 21
W4: June 24-June 28
W5: July 1-July 5 (4 days only)
W6: July 8-July 12
W7: July 15-July 19
W8: July 22-July 26
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Entering Grades K-4
12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades K-4
Beginner through intermediate level swimmers learn in small, warm water pools with trained instructors. Instructors prioritize confidence and safety so campers learn how to swim correctly, safely, and efficiently.
Cost: $445 W5: $360
Instructor: Swim Labs
The Floor is Lava (Entering Grades 6-8)
W2: June 10-June 14
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 6-8
Ninja warrior obstacle courses, tree climbing, and state-of-the-art indoor rock climbing, campers will be flying high every day. Learn discipline, teamwork and strength. The week ends with a thrilling ropes course adventure.
Cost: $695
Instructor: Sara Monterroso
Wetland Warriors (Entering Grades 4-6)
W4: June 24-June 28
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 4-6
Adventure through rivers, ponds, and wetlands-catching frogs and fish, exploring and building beaver dams, hiking trails, and visiting live wetland animals with Nature’s Educators. Get your feet wet (literally) every day with games, science experiments and investigations, and find an appreciation of Colorado wetlands at the Audubon Nature Center at Chatfield State Park.
Cost: $675
Instructor: Denver Audubon
Wildlife Rehabilitation & Conservation (Entering Grades 7-9)
W6: July 8-July 12
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 7-9
Visit a wildlife rehabilitation center and speak with wildlife biologists who are protecting and preserving wildlife and their habitats. Required: daypack, walking shoes, filled water bottles, sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses.
Cost: $675
Instructor: Raia Lichen with Denver Audubon
Young Warriors (Entering Grades 2-5)
W7&W8: June 15-June 26
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Entering Grades 3-5
Each class is filled with self-defense techniques, wrapped around fun games and skills. Campers build leadership skills and confidence. Daily classes focus on cooperation, planning, goal setting/ goal getting, and respect while learning real and actionable self-defense skills.
Cost: $650 (2 Week Camp)
Instructor: Colorado Krav Maga
Zombies Meet the Ghostbusters (Entering Grades 5-9)
W5: July 1-July 5 (4 days only)
12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Entering Grades 5-9
What happens when ghosts meet zombies? We will find out as we delve into the world of the undead and explore the possible existence of ghosts and the paranormal. From history to Hollywood, literature to science, we’ll explore ghost stories and zombie lore, ghost towns, and cemeteries. We’ll speak with experts on the paranormal and visit some of Denver’s most famous haunted places. Let’s just hope we don’t encounter the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man!
Cost: $330
Instructor: Sara Monterroso