Something for Everyone
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Option 1: Half-Day Adventures
Part-Time Fun
Choose a half-day Specialty Camp. Scroll down to view the weekly schedule of camps.
*Lunch is not provided for a half-day camp.
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Mix and match two half-day Specialty Camps.*Scroll down to view the weekly schedule of camps.
*A delicious and Supervised lunch is provided.
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or
Full Day Specialty Camp
*Scroll down to view the weekly schedule of camps to begin you summer planning!
*A delicious and Supervised lunch is provided.
Does your family have a flexible schedule? Click here to view the full catalog of specialty camp descriptions.
Weekly Camp Schedule
Click on your available weeks below to explore all our Day Camp and Specialty Camps listed by the week. Once you’ve got your plan, simply click the registration button after January 23, 2025 to secure your spot!
Week 1: June 9–13
Morning Camps 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Tennis at Colorado Academy (coached by current CA Varsity Tennis players) 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Learn basic tennis skills with group instruction, drills and games, following USTA ROGY progression guidelines.
Cost: $305
Instructor: Oliver Neely
Get ready for the ultimate fusion of gaming and adventure at our summer camp! We take your favorite video games and turn them into exciting live-action experiences. Starting with real-life Mario Kart races, campers will step into the action and play their favorite games in a whole new way. Team up, strategize, and compete in thrilling challenges that blend digital fun with real-world excitement. Video games will be played in camp for inspiration.
Cost: $350
Instructor: Kathy Zolla
Join Denver artist and CA faculty member, Leilani Abeyta, in an art camp experience filled with exciting projects, activities, materials, and all things art! 2024 Color Camp Art Instructor, Miss Leilani, welcomes artists at any skill level to a custom art camp where you can bring your ideas to life without creative limits. Activities may include creating a mural, personalizing crafts, decorating clothes, learning and using advanced techniques, completing challenges & playing games for prizes—everything a young artist needs for some summer fun!
Cost: $305
Instructor: Leilani Abeyta
Have you ever wanted to play in a rock band? Do you have at least a year of experience playing guitar, bass, drums, keyboards, horns, or saxes? Are you a vocalist? Join us for group lessons and ensemble practice, and learn recording techniques, sound checks, and PA systems. Players are expected to provide their instruments, amps, etc.
Cost: $305
Instructor: David Bailey
Students will create, workshop, and perform their own spoken word poems! We will watch poetry, spend time making poems in all sorts of different ways, and ultimately polish a poem to perform!
Cost: $305
Instructor: Elisa Stolar
In this exciting class, students will build a variety of military-inspired robotic models, completely out of LEGO® bricks! Children will follow step-by-step instructions and learn about sensors, gears, pulleys, and programming, as they create robotic catapults, crossbows, battleships, and more!
Cost: $335
Instructor: Snapology
Dive into robotics by building and programming your own Edison Robot! Campers will learn coding, problem-solving, and engineering as they tackle fun challenges like line-following and task completion. The week ends with an exciting robot battle ring! Perfect for aspiring engineers, it’s a fun introduction to robotics.
Cost: $440
Instructor: Silicon Stem
“It's-a-me, Mario!” Brand new for 2025: Stop Motion Movie making with your favorite Mario characters. Create a Mario Movie full of fun to save the day, or even be Bowser trying to take over the world! Work in small groups to storyboard, build the world, film, and do voice-overs.
Cost: $315
Instructor: IncrediFlix
Get ready to shine in the world of mathematics with our Advanced Math Olympics program, tailored for middle school students who crave an extra challenge. Participants will take on advanced math challenges and engage in friendly competition, all while expanding their mathematical horizons in an exhilarating and supportive environment.
Cost: $470
Instructor: Denver Test Prep
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: $495
Instructor: Stockton's Stables
Afternoon Camps 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Join Denver artist and CA faculty member, Leilani Abeyta, in an art camp experience filled with exciting projects, activities, materials, and all things art! 2024 Color Camp Art Instructor, Miss Leilani, welcomes artists at any skill level to a custom art camp where you can bring your ideas to life without creative limits. Activities may include creating a mural, personalizing crafts, decorating clothes, learning and using advanced techniques, completing challenges & playing games for prizes—everything a young artist needs for some summer fun!
Cost: $305
Instructor: Leilani Abeyta
Emma and Sophia from Canvas and Cocktails lead this fun, creative art camp! Campers will explore famous artists like Van Gogh and Kahlo, experimenting with techniques and styles using paint, chalk, clay, and more. Each day features a unique project inspired by the artist of the day. No experience is needed, and campers will create amazing works to take home. Daily treats are included!
Cost: $455
Instructor: Canvas and Cocktails
Rapunzel, locked away by her mother, longs to see the outside world. One day the mysterious Flynn appears in her life, and she gets that chance. What will her life become as she faces ruffians and palace guards, and solves a kingdom-wide mystery? Join Rapunzel and Flynn on a hilarious adventure that teaches us to follow our dreams no matter what!
Cost: $385
Instructor: KidStage
It's-a-me, Mario!” Brand new for 2025: Stop Motion Movie making with your favorite Mario characters. Create a Mario Movie full of fun to save the day, or even be Bowser trying to take over the world! Work in small groups to storyboard, build the world, film, and do voice-overs. In this advanced class, students are given more instruction on how to create compelling stories and more independence to try ideas that may be more difficult.
Cost: $315
Instructor: IncrediFlix Inc.
Designed as an early introduction to coding, this camp teaches aspiring game designers and programmers how to code with Scratch, a dynamic drag & drop coding platform created at MIT. Students will learn how to build interactive games and animate fun stories using a visual coding environment. No prior coding experience is required.
Cost: $355
Instructor: Silicon Stem
Get ready to shine in the world of mathematics with our Advanced Math Olympics program, tailored for middle school students who crave an extra challenge. Participants will take on advanced math challenges and engage in friendly competition, all while expanding their mathematical horizons in an exhilarating and supportive environment.
Cost: $470
Instructor: Denver Test Prep
NASA is exploring the Moon, Mars, and beyond. In this camp, we will explore the technologies and challenges of the Artemis missions, which will land the first woman and the first person of color on the Moon. Tackle a series of challenges similar to what real astronauts face as they explore space through the Artemis missions.
Cost: $305
Instructor: Kathleen Kirkman
Be an interior designer! In this camp we will plan, design, and create our very own tiny houses! We will begin with a premade dollhouse, then create a design plan to make your home using your own personal style. Each day will focus on a different area of the home, by decorating a room and making furniture and accessories. At the end of the week, your house is show home worthy!
Cost: $330
Instructor: Createry Workshop
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: $555
Instructor: APEX Denver
A delicious treat each day and a fun, relaxing camp experience! Campers will paint pottery, play board games, enjoy a Paint and Sip session, bowl, and unwind with Goat Yoga. It’s a perfect mix of creativity, relaxation, and play! Activities may vary.
Cost: $375
Instructor: Kathy Zolla
Full-Day Camps 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Traditional Summer Day Camp (Full-Day Program)
Entering Grades 1-9
Day Camp for 6-year-olds to 13-year-olds is the anchor of CA’s summer programs and is offered for eight weeks of the summer. The Day Camp program is based on good old-fashioned summertime fun!
Daily activities for 2025 include: adventure, archery, arts and crafts, swimming (lessons and free swim) every day, paddle boarding, campfire program (songs, stories, community building), group games, tennis fun, rock climbing, music, and more.
Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $525 per week.
Color Groups:
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Purple Group: Entering Grade 1
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Orange Group: Entering Grade 2
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Green Group: Entering Grade 3
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Blue Group: Entering Grades 4-5
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Red Group: Entering Grades 6-9
Learn how to make coil pots, pinch pots, slab building, and glaze, and enjoy an introduction to throwing on the pottery wheel! All of these techniques are used to make a variety of fun and exciting projects.
Cost: $595
Instructor: Becci Marzonie
Attention all witches, wizards, and Muggles! Dive into the magical world of Harry Potter in this enchanting camp for grades 2-8. Campers will take a Sorting Hat quiz, watch Harry Potter movies, play Quidditch, and brew magical potions. Enjoy creative crafts, thrilling trivia, and the chance to win magical prizes. Whether you dream of Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff, or Slytherin, this camp brings the magic of Hogwarts to life!
Cost: $495
Instructor: Jillian Abee
Did you know that a naked mole rat can run as fast backward 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 holding giant lizards, feeding tortoises, and touching playful stingrays, this week will be full of adventure for animal enthusiasts like you.
Cost: $595
Instructor: Taja McKinney
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: $745
Instructor: Denver Fencing Center
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: $595
Instructor: Bob Ulrich
You may love going to the movies, but you probably don’t have a real vocabulary with which to talk about, analyze, or critique them. After introducing campers to the language of film (shot types, camera movement, editing, etc.), we'll visit local cinemas to watch both classic and contemporary films. We'll conclude by producing short "explainer" videos on our favorite movies.
Cost: $1100
Instructor: Ross Holland
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. We’ll finish the day with another off-site activity such as a trip to a museum, park, or other fun destination.
Cost: $1600
Instructor: Fly Mile High
Go on an adventure in county and state parks using and creating topographic maps of watersheds, identifying rocks and the geological past, and dig into soil diversity with a certified Environmental Educator. Hike, nature journal, simulate natural processes through games, and conduct science experiments. This camp rocks!
Cost: $485
Instructor: Karma Langer
This camp offers skateboard instruction for children of all ages and skill abilities in a small group setting. Learn both the fundamentals and more advanced skills through persistence and determination. Equipment provided.
Cost: $925
Instructor: Square State Skate
Week 2: June 16–20
Morning Camps 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Steve Hyatt, CA Boys Basketball Head Coach, and CA Varsity players will teach fundamental basketball skills. Focus will be on the fundamentals of shooting and dribbling, ball handling, and live ball moves.
Cost: $310
Instructor: Coach Steve Hyatt
Tennis at Colorado Academy (coached by current CA Varsity Tennis players) 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Learn basic tennis skills with group instruction, drills and games, following USTA ROGY progression guidelines.
Cost: $305
Instructor: Oliver Neely
Join Denver artist and CA faculty member, Leilani Abeyta, in an art camp experience filled with exciting projects, activities, materials, and all things art! 2024 Color Camp Art Instructor, Miss Leilani, welcomes artists at any skill level to a custom art camp where you can bring your ideas to life without creative limits. Activities may include creating a mural, personalizing crafts, decorating clothes, learning and using advanced techniques, completing challenges & playing games for prizes—everything a young artist needs for some summer fun!
Cost: $305
Instructor: Leilani Abeyta
Unleash your inner rockstar and dive into the world of music production! Throughout this immersive week, you’ll join a band, master your instrument, and collaborate on a song to record in a studio setting. Learn core music concepts like songwriting, rhythm, and studio techniques, guided by experienced musicians. By the end, you'll have recorded your very own track to take home! All skill levels are welcome, and instruments are provided. Perfect for aspiring musicians and future producers alike.
Cost: $455
Instructor: Music 4 Humans
Learn the notes and chords you need to play many of your favorite songs, old and new. Campers may use their own instrument or borrow a ukulele from the instructor.
Cost: $330
Instructor: David Bailey
Taylor Swift, Emojis, Barbie, Vintage, and more! This camp is all about what is #trending! So if you are in the know and love pop culture, this will be the #cool camp for you! We will explore our #creativity with canvas, cardboard, fabric, and all kinds of craft materials to make #masterpieces!
Cost: $330
Instructor: Createry Workshop
Open to beginner and intermediate players. Learn strategy, tactics, and etiquette. A new topic is taught each session, and each week. Taught by National Master and five-time Denver Chess Champion Todd Bardwick.
Cost: $380
Instructor: Colorado Master Chess
Is there a better way for young coders to learn programming skills than using Minecraft® as inspiration? In this camp, students will learn to code by tackling progressive Minecraft® challenges that teach block coding coding basics, like logic and problem-solving. Each challenge builds on skills and increases confidence in a fun, non-threatening environment.
Cost: $415
Instructor: Silicon Stem
Make a splash with our diving camp! Campers will master springboard basics, safe water entry, and forward and backward hurdles. Add some flair with flips or twists as you progress! Perfect for beginners or intermediates—just be comfortable swimming in deep water.
Cost: $
Instructor: Lise Kafka
Afternoon Camps 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Join Denver artist and CA faculty member, Leilani Abeyta, in an art camp experience filled with exciting projects, activities, materials, and all things art! 2024 Color Camp Art Instructor, Miss Leilani, welcomes artists at any skill level to a custom art camp where you can bring your ideas to life without creative limits. Activities may include creating a mural, personalizing crafts, decorating clothes, learning and using advanced techniques, completing challenges & playing games for prizes—everything a young artist needs for some summer fun!
Cost: $305
Instructor: Leilani Abeyta
Join Emma and Sophia from Canvas and Cocktails for a creative, hands-on art camp! Campers will explore painting, drawing, sculpting, and more, guided by experienced instructors. No experience is needed, and each day features a new project to take home. Spark creativity and enjoy daily treats in this fun-filled camp!
Cost: $455
Instructor: Canvas and Cocktails
Join Moana on the island of Montunui as she sets out on a quest to save her island, follow her heart, and discover who she truly is. Along the way, she gets to know a conceited yet hilarious demigod named Maui, a fashionable crab, and a hare-brained rooster in addition to other colorful characters. Her wise grandmother, whose spirit is closely tied to the ocean, helps Moana discover her voice and her core on this fantastic journey.
Cost: $385
Instructor: KidStage
Unleash your inner rockstar and dive into the world of music production! Throughout this immersive week, you’ll join a band, master your instrument, and collaborate on a song to record in a studio setting. Learn core music concepts like songwriting, rhythm, and studio techniques, guided by experienced musicians. By the end, you'll have recorded your very own track to take home! All skill levels are welcome, and instruments are provided. Perfect for aspiring musicians and future producers alike.
Cost: $455
Instructor: Music 4 Humans
Taylor Swift, Emojis, Barbie, Vintage, and more! This camp is all about what is #trending! So if you are in the know and love pop culture, this will be the #cool camp for you! We will explore our #creativity with canvas, cardboard, fabric, and all kinds of craft materials to make #masterpieces!
Cost: $330
Instructor: Createry Workshop
Are you ready for your least boring summer EVER? Join former NASA scientist and YouTuber Mark Rober for a series of engineering challenges that tap into your brilliance and creativity. The week will be filled with hands-on activities and loads of fun!
Cost: $335
Instructor: Kathleen Kirkman
Open to beginner and intermediate players. Learn strategy, tactics, and etiquette. A new topic is taught each session, and each week. Taught by National Master and five-time Denver Chess Champion Todd Bardwick.
Cost: $380
Instructor: Colorado Master Chess
Designed as an early introduction to coding, this camp teaches aspiring game designers and programmers how to code with Scratch, a dynamic drag & drop coding platform created at MIT. Students will learn how to build interactive games and animate fun stories using a visual coding environment. No prior coding experience is required.
Cost: $355
Instructor: Silicon Stem
Welcome to Pokémon®: Build & Battle, where fun meets learning! Young trainers will build trading card decks while sharpening skills in math, literacy, and strategy. Each week focuses on deck construction, card abilities, damage calculation, and battle tactics. Students will compete in a supportive environment, mastering both the game and essential problem-solving skills. Let the battles begin!
Cost: $415
Instructor: VAC Enrichment (Vineyard App Camp)
Be an interior designer! In this camp we will plan, design, and create our very own tiny houses! We will begin with a premade dollhouse, then create a design plan to make your home using your own personal style. Each day will focus on a different area of the home, by decorating a room and making furniture and accessories. At the end of the week, your house is show home worthy!
Cost: $330
Instructor: Createry Workshop
Full Day Camps 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Traditional Summer Day Camp (Full-Day Program)
Entering Grades 1-9
Day Camp for 6-year-olds to 13-year-olds is the anchor of CA’s summer programs and is offered for eight weeks of the summer. The Day Camp program is based on good old-fashioned summertime fun!
Daily activities for 2025 include: adventure, archery, arts and crafts, swimming (lessons and free swim) every day, paddle boarding, campfire program (songs, stories, community building), group games, tennis fun, rock climbing, music, and more.
Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $525 per week.
Color Groups:
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Purple Group: Entering Grade 1
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Orange Group: Entering Grade 2
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Green Group: Entering Grade 3
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Blue Group: Entering Grades 4-5
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Red Group: Entering Grades 6-9
Explore the world through dance, crafts, movie clips, and food at our Global Culture Summer Camp! Each day, we'll travel to a new destination: samba and Carnival in Brazil, Nollywood and West African dance, Bollywood movie clips and dance, belly dancing in the Middle East, and line dancing, step, or hip hop in the US. Get ready for a fun, immersive experience that celebrates global traditions while sparking creativity and cultural appreciation!
Cost: $430
Instructor: Elisa Stolar
Learn how to make coil pots, pinch pots, slab building, and glaze, and enjoy an introduction to throwing on the pottery wheel! All of these techniques are used to make a variety of fun and exciting projects.
Cost: $595
Instructor: Becci Marzonie
During this exciting week, we’ll visit some of Denver’s best escape rooms. 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: $695
Instructor: Kathy Zolla
Get ready for an action-packed week of nonstop fun as we explore Denver’s top attractions! From splashing at Pirates Cove to thrilling rides at Elitch Gardens and Water World, plus mini golf and more, this adventure has something for everyone. Don’t miss the excitement!
Cost: $855
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
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: $595
Instructor: Bob Ulrich
What do you want to be when you grow up? Find your passion with Denver Audubon as we meet professionals in research, conservation, education, and wildlife rehabilitation. Learn how humans care for and coexist with animals through up-close encounters and hands-on experiences. You'll visit a wildlife rehabilitation center, observe veterinary procedures, and explore crucial conservation areas, gaining firsthand insights about the diverse professions and skills that get the job done and make a difference.
Cost: $705
Instructor: Denver Audubon
Join Coach Chris Sauthoff for a unique samurai journey. Make your samurai sword, play games, learn the kendo tenets of discipline and respect, and apply a different form of swordplay to fencing!
Cost: $745
Instructor: Denver Fencing Center
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: $780
Instructor: Sara Monterroso
Share one of your unique ideas with the world by creating a project around it. Through Research, Entrepreneurship, Design and Inquiry, you’ll grow as a thinker and problem solver, and be better prepared for college, careers, and life. Expect two weeks of rigor, with freedom of creativity; and leave with a letter of recommendation and video of your final presentation.
Cost: $
Instructor: Tom Thorpe
Thrilling outdoor adventures for every explorer! Campers will tackle a challenging ropes course, zip line through scenic views, and brave the stunning Cave of the Winds. They'll take on the rapids with exciting rafting trips and glide across calm waters while paddleboarding. This action-packed camp is perfect for those who love adventure, nature, and unforgettable experiences! Activities are subject to change.
Cost: $780
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
Week 3: June 23–27
Morning Camps 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Tennis at Colorado Academy (coached by current CA Varsity Tennis players) 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Learn basic tennis skills with group instruction, drills and games, following USTA ROGY progression guidelines.
Cost: $305
Instructor: Oliver Neely
Athletes will learn the fundamentals of volleyball using proper techniques, including passing, serving, overhead hitting, and defensive skills.
Cost: $305
Instructor: Bob Ulrich
Campers will express themselves through the art of collage and journaling! They'll learn how to create vision boards, scrapbook pages, and mixed-media art using colorful materials, photographs, and personal mementos. With hands-on instruction, campers will discover new ways to tell their stories and showcase their creativity.
Cost: $305
Instructor: Jean Han
The stage is your child's canvas in this improv comedy camp. Improv is more than jokes—it's about acting and creating as a team. Campers will learn to create rich environments, characters, and relationships, using only their imaginations—and whole stories with the help of their teammates! This camp culminates in a final performance.
Cost: $320
Instructor: What If Theatre
Open to beginner and intermediate players. Learn strategy, tactics, and etiquette. A new topic is taught each session, and each week. Taught by National Master and five-time Denver Chess Champion Todd Bardwick.
Cost: $380
Instructor: Colorado Master Chess
Get ready to invent! Campers will create circuits with Makey Makey for fun art and sound projects. Then, they’ll explore MicroBit, a powerful microcontroller for building gadgets with sensors and LEDs. Using Microsoft’s MakeCode, they’ll bring their creations to life. Spark curiosity and inspire the next generation of inventors!
Cost: $440
Instructor: Silicon Stem
Join our Taylor Swift-inspired camp for a week of music and creativity! Campers will trade custom bracelets, belt out hits on Karaoke Day, and craft accessories for an Eras Tour watch party. They’ll decorate Taylor-themed treats and celebrate all things Swiftie. It’s the ultimate summer experience for fans!
Cost: $305
Instructor: Mikaela Larson
Bring LEGO® worlds to life! We provide LEGOs®. You provide your imagination. Work in groups to create a LEGO® set with LEGO® characters for a stop-motion movie you'll storyboard, shoot, and add voice-over too.*$35 Production fee included in the price of camp. Flix emailed within a month after camp ends.
Cost: $315
Instructor: IncrediFlix Inc.
Through hands-on laboratory investigations, students will mix, fizz, pop, ooze, and slime their way through an exploration of chemistry. We’ll put our science skills to work exploring chemical reactions, the science of color, and design and test candy experiments! Get ready for science excitement and investigation with MAD LABS. The program will nurture and cultivate students’ interests in chemistry and scientific investigation through hands-on activities. Student experiments include lava lamps, boo bubbles, fizz inflators, and slimeology.
Cost: $550
Instructor: Denver Test Prep
Is your student inquisitive, a problem-solver, a big-thinker, a tinkerer, a puzzler, a LEGO® lover, or a budding engineer? If so, they’re the perfect fit for Snapology’s Developing Engineers: Mechanical Masterminds program! This program gives your student the tools they need to understand mechanical movement through the foundations of simple machines, physics, and engineering design. They will see moving parts up-close as they follow instructions to build various machines, then use the models to develop new design ideas, test out physics concepts, and even play games with their partners and classmates. Whether they are the creative-constructive type or prefer the inquisitive-deconstructive way of learning, this program is sure to spark their interests!
Cost: $335
Instructor: Snapology
Step into the introspective world of self portraits, selfies, and mixed media collage! We will be creating selfies (self portraits) and artwork, drawings, and mixed media art inspired by different artists and art techniques, and your own design flair. Project materials will include painting, mixed media, photographs, fabric, and clay. Campers will be given the freedom to create their own vision with the supplies provided.
Cost: $330
Instructor: Createry Workshop
In this transformative camp you'll get hands-on experience with successful music producers, DJs, and recording artists. Students get to work on professional quality gear like Ableton, Novation midi keyboards, VSTs, Maschine+, Arturia Minibrute 2 analog synthesizer, and Scarlett interfaces while on MacBook Air computers. Learn the secrets of producing with the Sound Formation Method™, including making entire tracks, and take your recordings home. Recommended for students with a musical background, but beginners are also welcome.
Cost: $400
Instructor: Sound Formation
Beginner and experienced coders use Scratch to create their own video games. Scratch programming language is free and web-based so campers can work on their projects from home and publish to Scratch website.
Cost: $335
Instructor: MindDance
Afternoon Camps 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
This is one of the fastest growing sports in the world for both youth and adult players. Singles and doubles strategies will be taught and executed during play. Bring a great attitude and a willingness to learn or get better at a super-fun paddle sport! Instruction will take place in the Field House.
Cost: $305
Instructor: Bob Ulrich
Over the week, campers will master key stitches, understand how to read crochet patterns, and create simple, personalized items like scarves or keychains. With hands-on instruction and plenty of practice time, each camper will leave with new skills and a finished project. Whether a beginner or a little more advanced, this camp is perfect for young makers looking to explore the art of crochet.
Cost: $305
Instructor: Jean Han
Join Emma and Sophia from Canvas and Cocktails for a fun, creative printmaking camp! Campers will explore different techniques like gelli plate, collograph, linocut, and more, creating unique prints each day. They’ll learn new skills, materials, and tools, all while crafting their own artwork. No experience is needed, and by the end, your child will have a collection of original pieces to take home. Plus, daily treats will be served for extra fun!
Cost: $455
Instructor: Canvas and Cocktails
Learn about the fascinating history and process of lost wax casting. Students will practice their 3-D sculpture skills using various media and create a final project, a 1-11⁄2 lb. sculpture to be cast in bronze (expect a 2-week turnaround time). Campers will take home a unique keepsake for their family to enjoy for years.
Cost: $430
Instructor: Kit & George Hernandez
Bring LEGO® worlds to life! We provide LEGOs®. You provide your imagination. Work in groups to create a LEGO® set with LEGO® characters for a stop-motion movie you'll storyboard, shoot, and add voice-over too. In this advanced class, students are given more instruction on how to create compelling stories and more independence to try more complicated ideas.
Cost: $315
Instructor: IncrediFlix Inc.
Turn social media into your creative launchpad! In this camp, students will create YouTube channels and learn video editing with CapCut. Master techniques to make standout, viral content and share your talent with the world. Take your passion to the next level and become a YouTube star!
Cost: $440
Instructor: Silicon Stem
Open to beginner and intermediate players. Learn strategy, tactics, and etiquette. A new topic is taught each session, and each week. Taught by National Master and five-time Denver Chess Champion Todd Bardwick.
Cost: $380
Instructor: Colorado Master Chess
Beginner and experienced coders create animated stories, music, and interactive art. The Scratch programming language is accessible and web-based so campers can work on their projects from home and publish to Scratch website.
Cost: $335
Instructor: MindDance
Join our Taylor Swift-inspired camp for a week of music and creativity! Campers will trade custom bracelets, belt out hits on Karaoke Day, and craft accessories for an Eras Tour watch party. They’ll decorate Taylor-themed treats and celebrate all things Swiftie. It’s the ultimate summer experience for fans!
Cost: $305
Instructor: Mikaela Larson
Welcome to Pokémon®: Build & Battle, where fun meets learning! Young trainers will build trading card decks while sharpening skills in math, literacy, and strategy. Each week focuses on deck construction, card abilities, damage calculation, and battle tactics. Students will compete in a supportive environment, mastering both the game and essential problem-solving skills. Let the battles begin!
Cost: $415
Instructor: VAC Enrichment (Vineyard App Camp)
Step into the introspective world of self portraits, selfies, and mixed media collage! We will be creating selfies (self portraits) and artwork, drawings, and mixed media art inspired by different artists and art techniques, and your own design flair. Project materials will include painting, mixed media, photographs, fabric, and clay. Campers will be given the freedom to create their own vision with the supplies provided.
Cost: $330
Instructor: Createry Workshop
Be an interior designer! In this camp we will plan, design, and create our very own tiny houses! We will begin with a premade dollhouse, then create a design plan to make your home using your own personal style. Each day will focus on a different area of the home, by decorating a room and making furniture and accessories. At the end of the week, your house is show home worthy!
Cost: $330
Instructor: Createry Workshop
Full-Day Camps 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Traditional Summer Day Camp (Full-Day Program)
Entering Grades 1-9
Day Camp for 6-year-olds to 13-year-olds is the anchor of CA’s summer programs and is offered for eight weeks of the summer. The Day Camp program is based on good old-fashioned summertime fun!
Daily activities for 2025 include: adventure, archery, arts and crafts, swimming (lessons and free swim) every day, paddle boarding, campfire program (songs, stories, community building), group games, tennis fun, rock climbing, music, and more.
Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $525 per week.
Color Groups:
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Purple Group: Entering Grade 1
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Orange Group: Entering Grade 2
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Green Group: Entering Grade 3
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Blue Group: Entering Grades 4-5
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Red Group: Entering Grades 6-9
Step into the hilariously haunting world of Beetlejuice JR, a musical based on the beloved movie and Broadway hit! Follow Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teen, as she teams up with a mischievous demon to navigate life, loss, and chaos in the afterlife. Campers will be cast, rehearse, and perform this unforgettable show. With junior and senior casts, performances will take place on the final Thursday and Friday.
Cost: $750
Instructor: Mountain Performing Arts
Learn how to make coil pots, pinch pots, slab building, and glaze, and enjoy an introduction to throwing on the pottery wheel! All of these techniques are used to make a variety of fun and exciting projects.
Cost: $595
Instructor: Becci Marzonie
Design a city that could exist 100 years in the future! Take a tour of downtown Denver with a professional city planner, design the systems that make your city run, plus build a scale model of your city from recycled materials and take it home at the end of the week.
Cost: $635
Instructor: Kathleen Kirkman
Embark on an exciting adventure across Denver, tackling daily challenges and unlocking fun surprises along the way! Cap off the week with an unforgettable celebration—you won’t want to miss this action-packed journey!
Cost: $640
Instructor: Beth Hickenlooper
Start Smart Driving Academy is a locally owned driving school in Lakewood offering driver education approved by the State of Colorado. The programs are focused on giving teens the education they need to develop the skills and confidence for a lifetime of safe driving. The driver education program includes everything your teen needs to get their driving permit, including a 30-hour class (required by the State of Colorado), written permit test, and behind-the-wheel lessons (completed over the year that the student holds their permit).
Cost: $820
Instructor: Start Smart Driving Academy LLC
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. We’ll finish the day with another off-site activity such as a trip to a museum, park, or other fun destination.
Cost: $1600
Instructor: Fly Mile High
Get ready for an action-packed week of nonstop fun as we explore Denver’s top attractions! From splashing at Pirates Cove to thrilling rides at Elitch Gardens and Water World, plus mini golf and more, this adventure has something for everyone. Don’t miss the excitement!
Cost: $855
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
Go on an adventure in county and state parks using and creating topographic maps of watersheds, identifying rocks and the geological past, and dig into soil diversity with a certified Environmental Educator. Hike, nature journal, simulate natural processes through games, and conduct science experiments. This camp rocks!
Cost: $485
Instructor: Karma Langer
Students explore local places around Denver, hiking and capturing the majestic sites or creatures with a DSLR camera. Over the course of the week, students gain experience using the manual settings of the DSLR camera and further developing their skills in our photo lab with post-production techniques in Adobe Lightroom & Photoshop. Students leave camp with printed images to display in their homes.
Cost: $680
Instructor: Karen Donald
This complete introduction to rock climbing, a five-day camp, takes first-timers or those new to climbing and introduces them to the beautiful 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: $1350
Instructor: Colorado Mountain School
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: $780
Instructor: Sara Monterroso
Share one of your unique ideas with the world by creating a project around it. Through Research, Entrepreneurship, Design and Inquiry, you’ll grow as a thinker and problem solver, and be better prepared for college, careers, and life. Expect two weeks of rigor, with freedom of creativity; and leave with a letter of recommendation and video of your final presentation.
Cost: $
Instructor: Tom Thorpe
Thrilling outdoor adventures for every explorer! Campers will tackle a challenging ropes course, zip line through scenic views, and brave the stunning Cave of the Winds. They'll take on the rapids with exciting rafting trips and glide across calm waters while paddleboarding. This action-packed camp is perfect for those who love adventure, nature, and unforgettable experiences! Activities are subject to change.
Cost: $780
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
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Week 4: June 30–July 3
Morning Camps 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Tennis at Colorado Academy (coached by current CA Varsity Tennis players) 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Learn basic tennis skills with group instruction, drills and games, following USTA ROGY progression guidelines.
Cost: $245
Instructor: Oliver Neely
Is your ninja ready to learn kicks, break boards, learn forms, safely use weapons, and have fun? This martial arts camp will teach the basics of taekwondo. Campers will learn some Korean language, self-defense moves, and play games. On Friday, students can test their skills and progress from white to yellow belts. Kids who have taken this camp before can test to the next higher level—taught by a black belt instructor.
Cost: $250
Instructor: Isabella Ubertone
Get up to speed with the latest break-through guitar techniques in this unique camp. We'll get your rhythmic chops, technique, strumming abilities, and melodic playing to the next level, no matter your previous experience. Guitars are provided.
Cost: $325
Instructor: Sound Formation
This French camp will combine Art, Science, Sports, and Culture for an immersion experience for your child. Our creative approach to learning and practicing French will take your child on virtual adventures to French-speaking countries and cities like France (Exploration, Castles and Legends), Montreal (Province of Landmarks ), Haiti (A Beautiful Country on the Shore) and Cameroon ( A Peaceful Place of Music, Soccer, and Grill Food).
Cost: $250
Instructor: Hermine-Jesus Toomer
Join our Taylor Swift-inspired camp for a week of music and creativity! Campers will trade custom bracelets, belt out hits on Karaoke Day, and craft accessories for an Eras Tour watch party. They’ll decorate Taylor-themed treats and celebrate all things Swiftie. It’s the ultimate summer experience for fans!
Cost: $250
Instructor: Mikaela Larson
Is there a better way for young coders to learn programming skills than using Minecraft® as inspiration? In this camp, students will learn to code by tackling progressive Minecraft® challenges that teach block coding coding basics, like logic and problem-solving. Each challenge builds on skills and increases confidence in a fun, non-threatening environment.
Cost: $335
Instructor: Silicon Stem
Beginner and experienced coders use Scratch to create their own video games. Scratch programming language is free and web-based so campers can work on their projects from home and publish to Scratch website.
Cost: $270
Instructor: MindDance
Afternoon Camps 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Learn to play the game Dungeons & Dragons, like the characters do in the TV show Stranger Things. After exploring collaborative storytelling in this camp, you’ll be ready to stretch your imagination and tell grand stories with your friends. Along the way, we’ll develop social, emotional, and creative skills to serve us well outside of this role playing game (RPG).
Cost: $330
Instructor: VAC Enrichment (VineyardAppCamp)
Sharpen your soccer skills in a fun and engaging camp for middle school players! Focus on improving touch, passing, ball control, shot accuracy, and confident defense. Daily small-side games culminate in a week-long tournament. Note: no goalkeeper-specific training is offered. Soccer cleats, socks, and shin guards are required!
Cost: $250
Instructor: Leo Procise
Emma and Sophia from Canvas and Cocktails lead this fun, creative art camp! Campers will explore famous artists like Van Gogh and Kahlo, experimenting with techniques and styles using paint, chalk, clay, and more. Each day features a unique project inspired by the artist of the day. No experience is needed, and campers will create amazing works to take home. Daily treats are included!
Cost: $365
Instructor: Canvas and Cocktails
Get up to speed with the latest break-through guitar techniques in this unique camp. We'll get your rhythmic chops, technique, strumming abilities, and melodic playing to the next level, no matter your previous experience. Guitars are provided.
Cost: $325
Instructor: Sound Formation
Dive into real command-line programming in this fun, interactive camp! Students will transition from block coding to learning JavaScript basics and key concepts like loops, functions, and more. With hands-on tasks, they'll boost problem-solving skills while coding like pros. No experience needed, but touch-typing is recommended!
Cost: $305
Instructor: Silicon Stem
Beginner and experienced coders create animated stories, music, and interactive art. The Scratch programming language is accessible and web-based so campers can work on their projects from home and publish to Scratch website.
Cost: $270
Instructor: MindDance
Join our Taylor Swift-inspired camp for a week of music and creativity! Campers will trade custom bracelets, belt out hits on Karaoke Day, and craft accessories for an Eras Tour watch party. They’ll decorate Taylor-themed treats and celebrate all things Swiftie. It’s the ultimate summer experience for fans!
Cost: $250
Instructor: Mikaela Larson
Robotics inspired by Star Wars® and space travel! Come on an adventure, building and programming functional robots using LEGO® bricks in this super-fun program. Learn about space, space travel, and, of course, Star Wars®! Build different robots each day!
Cost: $268
Instructor: Snapology
JA Economics for Success explores personal finance and students’ education and career options based on their skills, interests, and values. Key Concepts: Decision Making, Self-Knowledge, Credit, Credit Score, Risk, Budgeting, Career Clusters.
Cost: $250
Instructor: David Scholl
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: $445
Instructor: APEX Denver
Get ready for an action-packed summer of rock climbing, parkour, and high-energy fun! Campers will race down slides, defy gravity at Urban Air, and try ax throwing. Each day is filled with thrilling activities to push limits and build confidence. It's the ultimate camp for nonstop excitement! Activities may vary.
Cost: $300
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
Full-Day Camps 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Traditional Summer Day Camp (Full-Day Program)
Entering Grades 1-9
Day Camp for 6-year-olds to 13-year-olds is the anchor of CA’s summer programs and is offered for eight weeks of the summer. The Day Camp program is based on good old-fashioned summertime fun!
Daily activities for 2025 include: adventure, archery, arts and crafts, swimming (lessons and free swim) every day, paddle boarding, campfire program (songs, stories, community building), group games, tennis fun, rock climbing, music, and more.
Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $525 per week.
Color Groups:
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Purple Group: Entering Grade 1
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Orange Group: Entering Grade 2
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Green Group: Entering Grade 3
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Blue Group: Entering Grades 4-5
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Red Group: Entering Grades 6-9
Step into the hilariously haunting world of Beetlejuice JR, a musical based on the beloved movie and Broadway hit! Follow Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teen, as she teams up with a mischievous demon to navigate life, loss, and chaos in the afterlife. Campers will be cast, rehearse, and perform this unforgettable show. With junior and senior casts, performances will take place on the final Thursday and Friday.
Cost: $750
Instructor: Mountain Performing Arts
Learn how to make coil pots, pinch pots, slab building, and glaze, and enjoy an introduction to throwing on the pottery wheel! All of these techniques are used to make a variety of fun and exciting projects.
Cost: $480
Instructor: Becci Marzonie
This course is geared towards beginners with little or no experience to intermediate climbers who want to learn the difference between indoor and outdoor rock climbing. Our qualified instructors will teach you about the gear and how to use it, climbing techniques to help you scale vertical walls, and technical skills like rappelling, belaying, and knot tying. Each day, we will visit a new location. The first day will be spent on our indoor climbing wall, while the remaining four days will take place at outdoor climbing locations along the Front Range.
Cost: $1040
Instructor: Colorado Mountain Club
Get ready for an action-packed week of nonstop fun as we explore Denver’s top attractions! From splashing at Pirates Cove to thrilling rides at Elitch Gardens and Water World, plus mini golf and more, this adventure has something for everyone. Don’t miss the excitement!
Cost: $690
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
Students explore local places around Denver, hiking and capturing the majestic sites or creatures with a DSLR camera. Over the course of the week, students gain experience using the manual settings of the DSLR camera and further developing their skills in our photo lab with post-production techniques in Adobe Lightroom & Photoshop. Students leave camp with printed images to display in their homes.
Cost: $544
Instructor: Karen Donald
Thrilling outdoor adventures for every explorer! Campers will tackle a challenging ropes course, zip line through scenic views, and brave the stunning Cave of the Winds. They'll take on the rapids with exciting rafting trips and glide across calm waters while paddleboarding. This action-packed camp is perfect for those who love adventure, nature, and unforgettable experiences! Activities are subject to change.
Cost: $625
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
Week 5: July 7–11
Morning Camps 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Steve Hyatt, CA Boys Basketball Head Coach, and CA Varsity players will teach fundamental basketball skills. Focus will be on the fundamentals of shooting and dribbling, ball handling, and live ball moves.
Cost: $310
Instructor: Coach Steve Hyatt
Tennis Time coaches supply everything for your child, including age-appropriate kid-size racquets, foam and low-compression balls, portable tennis nets, and lots of fun! Learn all about tennis, including forehands, backhands, serves, volleys, hand-eye coordination, speed and movement coordination, scoring, tennis games, balance drills, and more. 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $335
Instructor: Tennis Time
Campers will express themselves through the art of collage and journaling! They'll learn how to create vision boards, scrapbook pages, and mixed-media art using colorful materials, photographs, and personal mementos. With hands-on instruction, campers will discover new ways to tell their stories and showcase their creativity.
Cost: $305
Instructor: Jean Han
Unleash your inner rockstar and dive into the world of music production! Throughout this immersive week, you’ll join a band, master your instrument, and collaborate on a song to record in a studio setting. Learn core music concepts like songwriting, rhythm, and studio techniques, guided by experienced musicians. By the end, you'll have recorded your very own track to take home! All skill levels are welcome, and instruments are provided. Perfect for aspiring musicians and future producers alike.
Cost: $455
Instructor: Music 4 Humans
Open to beginner and intermediate players. Learn strategy, tactics, and etiquette. A new topic is taught each session, and each week. Taught by National Master and five-time Denver Chess Champion Todd Bardwick.
Cost: $380
Instructor: Colorado Master Chess
Bring your game design dreams to life in this fun camp! Use FlowLab Game Creator to design 2D games inspired by classics like Mario Bros. and Space Invaders—no coding experience needed. With FlowLab’s easy-to-use interface, create interactive games and animations. By the end, you'll have impressive games to share with friends and family!
Cost: $440
Instructor: Silicon Stem
Beginner and experienced coders use Scratch to create video games, musical devices, and interactive art. Then they integrate their projects with the physical world using a MicroBit, a controller, light, and sound sensor.
Cost: $335
Instructor: MindDance
Join our Taylor Swift-inspired camp for a week of music and creativity! Campers will trade custom bracelets, belt out hits on Karaoke Day, and craft accessories for an Eras Tour watch party. They’ll decorate Taylor-themed treats and celebrate all things Swiftie. It’s the ultimate summer experience for fans!
Cost: $305
Instructor: Mikaela Larson
Make a Minecraft® Stop Motion MOVIE with your favorite Minecraft® characters! Working in age-appropriate groups, bring Steve, the creepers, and more to life. Students will write, storyboard, create sets out of construction paper, make their Minecraft® blocks, film, animate some cool effects, and do voice-overs!
Cost: $315
Instructor: IncrediFlix
Calling all creative kids! This is the perfect class to hone both your artistic side and your puzzle-solving skills. Just like on the popular TV show Nailed It!, we'll show you a final product and give you all the goods needed to recreate it. The rest is up to you! Your challenges will include creating a unicorn cake sculpture that looks good enough to eat, painting a fox at sunset, a llama with a flower crown, and so much more.
Cost: $335
Instructor: KidCreate
In this hands-on robotics camp, we will build and program Spike Prime robots to complete a series of challenges. We will use the LEGO® Robotics competition table to complete obstacles around a theme and build unique robots to tackle each challenge.
Cost: $305
Instructor: Kathleen Kirkman
Each day at our summer camp kicks off with delicious donuts, setting the tone for a fun-filled, yet chill day ahead! Campers will explore their creativity painting pottery, engage in friendly board game battles, and enjoy a colorful Paint and Sip session (with juice boxes, of course!). They'll also hit the lanes for bowling and unwind with a relaxing Goat Yoga class. It's the perfect blend of creativity, relaxation, and play!
Cost: $375
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
Combine the joy of pampering and being pampered with the opportunity to enjoy special activities and make crafts you can take home for gifts or future spa days. Imagine sipping on tea and smoothies while munching on petite finger foods. Sprinkle in some yoga, aromatherapy, and new friends; you have the perfect spa week. This camp includes one or two expeditions for manicures, etc.
Cost: $375
Instructor: Jillian Abee
Afternoon Camps 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Learn to play the game Dungeons & Dragons, like the characters do in the TV show Stranger Things. After exploring collaborative storytelling in this camp, you’ll be ready to stretch your imagination and tell grand stories with your friends. Along the way, we’ll develop social, emotional, and creative skills to serve us well outside of this role playing game (RPG).
Cost: $415
Instructor: VAC Enrichment (VineyardAppCamp)
Study the art of taekwondo in a positive learning environment. Focus on respect for self and others, teamwork, self-defense, and fitness! Earn belt "stripes" and work towards goals all week. No experience is necessary.
Cost: $335
Instructor: MindDance
Over the week, campers will master key stitches, understand how to read crochet patterns, and create simple, personalized items like scarves or keychains. With hands-on instruction and plenty of practice time, each camper will leave with new skills and a finished project. Whether a beginner or a little more advanced, this camp is perfect for young makers looking to explore the art of crochet.
Cost: $305
Instructor: Jean Han
Unleash your inner rockstar and dive into the world of music production! Throughout this immersive week, you’ll join a band, master your instrument, and collaborate on a song to record in a studio setting. Learn core music concepts like songwriting, rhythm, and studio techniques, guided by experienced musicians. By the end, you'll have recorded your very own track to take home! All skill levels are welcome, and instruments are provided. Perfect for aspiring musicians and future producers alike.
Cost: $455
Instructor: Music 4 Humans
Rapunzel, locked away by her mother, longs to see the outside world. One day the mysterious Flynn appears in her life, and she gets that chance. What will her life become as she faces ruffians and palace guards, and solves a kingdom-wide mystery? Join Rapunzel and Flynn on a hilarious adventure that teaches us to follow our dreams no matter what!
Cost: $385
Instructor: KidStage
Make a Minecraft® Stop Motion MOVIE with your favorite Minecraft® characters! Working in age-appropriate groups, bring Steve, the creepers, and more to life. Students will write, storyboard, create sets out of construction paper, make their Minecraft® blocks, film, animate some cool effects, and do voice-overs! * $35 Production fee included in the price of camp. Flix emailed within a month after camp ends.
Cost: $315
Instructor: IncrediFlix Inc.
Open to beginner and intermediate players. Learn strategy, tactics, and etiquette. A new topic is taught each session, and each week. Taught by National Master and five-time Denver Chess Champion Todd Bardwick.
Cost: $380
Instructor: Colorado Master Chess
Join our Taylor Swift-inspired camp for a week of music and creativity! Campers will trade custom bracelets, belt out hits on Karaoke Day, and craft accessories for an Eras Tour watch party. They’ll decorate Taylor-themed treats and celebrate all things Swiftie. It’s the ultimate summer experience for fans!
Cost: $305
Instructor: Mikaela Larson
Attention all Minecrafters! If your student can’t get enough of Minecraft®, this camp is a dream come true! Students will unleash their imaginations as they mod (or modify) their Minecraft® worlds using a powerful visual programming tool and graphical interface. Campers will design their own ores, tools, epic weapons, armor, resulting in their own custom digital world!
Cost: $440
Instructor: Silicon Stem
Build confidence for future leaders navigating a variety of social situations. Learn eye contact, conversation skills, table skills, technology etiquette, manners in thank you notes, making and keeping friends. Each day a different dining experience puts new skills into action.
Cost: $360
Instructor: Cotillion Academy
Whether you're a pro or a first-timer, join us for an exciting afternoon at the lanes! Discover the thrill of bowling, a timeless game dating back to the Stone Age. Perfect your skills, master new techniques, and create unforgettable memories. Let the good times roll!
Cost: $350
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
Foodie Frontier, where kids explore ethnic grocery stores, discover unique ingredients, and learn to make simple, delicious snacks from around the world. Each day, campers sample treats from different cultures, fostering creativity, curiosity, and a love for global flavors. Hands-on taste creation and fun food challenges make every day an adventure! Perfect for young food lovers and budding chefs.
Cost: $375
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
Combine the joy of pampering and being pampered with the opportunity to enjoy special activities and make crafts you can take home for gifts or future spa days. Imagine sipping on tea and smoothies while munching on petite finger foods. Sprinkle in some yoga, aromatherapy, and new friends; you have the perfect spa week. This camp includes one or two expeditions for manicures, etc.
Cost: $375
Instructor: Jillian Abee
Get ready for an action-packed summer of rock climbing, parkour, and high-energy fun! Campers will race down slides, defy gravity at Urban Air, and try ax throwing. Each day is filled with thrilling activities to push limits and build confidence. It's the ultimate camp for nonstop excitement! Activities may vary.
Cost: $375
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
Full-Day Camps 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Traditional Summer Day Camp (Full-Day Program)
Entering Grades 1-9
Day Camp for 6-year-olds to 13-year-olds is the anchor of CA’s summer programs and is offered for eight weeks of the summer. The Day Camp program is based on good old-fashioned summertime fun!
Daily activities for 2025 include: adventure, archery, arts and crafts, swimming (lessons and free swim) every day, paddle boarding, campfire program (songs, stories, community building), group games, tennis fun, rock climbing, music, and more.
Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $525 per week.
Color Groups:
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Purple Group: Entering Grade 1
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Orange Group: Entering Grade 2
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Green Group: Entering Grade 3
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Blue Group: Entering Grades 4-5
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Red Group: Entering Grades 6-9
Learn how to make coil pots, pinch pots, slab building, and glaze, and enjoy an introduction to throwing on the pottery wheel! All of these techniques are used to make a variety of fun and exciting projects.
Cost: $595
Instructor: Becci Marzonie
Get ready for an action-packed week of nonstop fun as we explore Denver’s top attractions! From splashing at Pirates Cove to thrilling rides at Elitch Gardens and Water World, plus mini golf and more, this adventure has something for everyone. Don’t miss the excitement!
Cost: $855
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
This complete introduction to rock climbing, a five-day camp, takes first-timers or those new to climbing and introduces them to the beautiful 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: $1350
Instructor: Colorado Mountain School
This adventure-filled day camp experience includes a week of indoor and outdoor rock climbing, mountain exploration, backcountry cooking, basic snow/glacier travel techniques, and paddle boarding. You will also gain valuable insight into your learning and leadership styles. Get psyched for an exciting week of skill-building, adventure, and fun!
Cost: $1600
Instructor: Colorado Mountain Club
Experience the thrill of Colorado’s great outdoors with activities like zip lining, whitewater rafting, glacier hiking, horseback riding, paddleboarding, or mountain biking. Led by expert guides, this adventure promises excitement, breathtaking views, and unforgettable memories!
Cost: $780
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
Learn to Stand Up Paddleboard with ACA-certified instructors. Learn basic paddling skills, strokes, turning, bracing, and safety, including self and group rescue. We'll also spend time engaging in fun-filled exploration of Rueter-Hess Reservoir with some days paddling for two or more miles. SUP and safety equipment provided. Swimming ability is required for this camp.
Cost: $730
Instructor: A Stoked Life dba Surf'SUP Colorado
This camp offers skateboard instruction for children of all ages and skill abilities in a small group setting. Learn both the fundamentals and more advanced skills through persistence and determination. Equipment provided.
Cost: $925
Instructor: Square State Skate
Thrilling outdoor adventures for every explorer! Campers will tackle a challenging ropes course, zip line through scenic views, and brave the stunning Cave of the Winds. They'll take on the rapids with exciting rafting trips and glide across calm waters while paddleboarding. This action-packed camp is perfect for those who love adventure, nature, and unforgettable experiences! Activities are subject to change.
Cost: $780
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
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Week 6: July 14–18
Morning Camps 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Steve Hyatt, CA Boys Basketball Head Coach, and CA Varsity players will teach fundamental basketball skills. Focus will be on the fundamentals of shooting and dribbling, ball handling, and live ball moves.
Cost: $310
Instructor: Coach Steve Hyatt
Join our lacrosse camp for an exciting opportunity to refine skills and embrace the game! We focus on mastering essential techniques like stick work, shooting, and footwork, blending hands-on guidance with fun mini-games that reinforce learning through play.
Cost: $470
Instructor: Casey Bocklet
Tennis Time coaches supply everything for your child, including age-appropriate kid-size racquets, foam and low-compression balls, portable tennis nets, and lots of fun! Learn all about tennis, including forehands, backhands, serves, volleys, hand-eye coordination, speed and movement coordination, scoring, tennis games, balance drills, and more. 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $335
Instructor: Tennis Time
At CÉILÍ CLUB Irish Dance Camp, dancers will be introduced to the basics of Irish dance through exciting new choreography and traditional céilí team dances—but with a twist! We'll dance with a parachute, build leprechaun traps, and jam out to Irish folk music with instruments. All identities, all bodies, and all abilities are welcome to enjoy the merriment and cultural richness of Irish dance. No experience required!
Cost: $405
Instructor: Caitriona Irish Dance
Open to beginner and intermediate players. Learn strategy, tactics, and etiquette. A new topic is taught each session, and each week. Taught by National Master and five-time Denver Chess Champion Todd Bardwick.
Cost: $380
Instructor: Colorado Master Chess
Dive into robotics by building and programming your own Edison Robot! Campers will learn coding, problem-solving, and engineering as they tackle fun challenges like line-following and task completion. The week ends with an exciting robot battle ring! Perfect for aspiring engineers, it’s a fun introduction to robotics.
Cost: $440
Instructor: Silicon Stem
This French camp will combine Art, Science, Sports, and Culture for an immersion experience for your child. Our creative approach to learning and practicing French will take your child on virtual adventures to French-speaking countries and cities like France (Exploration, Castles and Legends), Montreal (Province of Landmarks ), Haiti (A Beautiful Country on the Shore) and Cameroon ( A Peaceful Place of Music, Soccer, and Grill Food).
Cost: $305
Instructor: Hermine-Jesus Toomer
Through hands-on laboratory investigations, students will mix, fizz, pop, ooze, and slime their way through an exploration of chemistry. We’ll put our science skills to work exploring chemical reactions, the science of color, and design and test candy experiments! Get ready for science excitement and investigation with MAD LABS. The program will nurture and cultivate students’ interests in chemistry and scientific investigation through hands-on activities. Student experiments include lava lamps, boo bubbles, fizz inflators, and slimeology.
Cost: $550
Instructor: Denver Test Prep
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: $495
Instructor: Stockton's Stables
Combine the joy of pampering and being pampered with the opportunity to enjoy special activities and make crafts you can take home for gifts or future spa days. Imagine sipping on tea and smoothies while munching on petite finger foods. Sprinkle in some yoga, aromatherapy, and new friends; you have the perfect spa week. This camp includes one or two expeditions for manicures, etc.
Cost: $375
Instructor: Jillian Abee
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: $335
Instructor: Golden Gymnastics Training Center
Make a splash with our diving camp! Campers will master springboard basics, safe water entry, and forward and backward hurdles. Add some flair with flips or twists as you progress! Perfect for beginners or intermediates—just be comfortable swimming in deep water.
Cost: $
Instructor: Lise Kafka
Afternoon Camps 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Join Emma and Sophia from Canvas and Cocktails for a fun, creative printmaking camp! Campers will explore different techniques like gelli plate, collograph, linocut, and more, creating unique prints each day. They’ll learn new skills, materials, and tools, all while crafting their own artwork. No experience is needed, and by the end, your child will have a collection of original pieces to take home. Plus, daily treats will be served for extra fun!
Cost: $455
Instructor: Canvas and Cocktails
Calling all teens! Explore tie-dye, batiks, and fibers workshop where you can create your project your way! We will learn basic dying methods to make swirls, bullseyes, and lines, and use wax to create a unique batik pieces. We will also work with fabric paint and fabrics, fibers, embroidery, and punch embroidery. Each day will be a different adventure in fiber!
Cost: $330
Instructor: Createry Workshop
Open to beginner and intermediate players. Learn strategy, tactics, and etiquette. A new topic is taught each session, and each week. Taught by National Master and five-time Denver Chess Champion Todd Bardwick.
Cost: $380
Instructor: Colorado Master Chess
Designed as an early introduction to coding, this camp teaches aspiring game designers and programmers how to code with Scratch, a dynamic drag & drop coding platform created at MIT. Students will learn how to build interactive games and animate fun stories using a visual coding environment. No prior coding experience is required.
Cost: $355
Instructor: Silicon Stem
Welcome to Logic Party, the ultimate summer camp! Campers delve into logic puzzles, brain games, and math tricks. From Sudoku and Kakuro challenges to strategic games like Mastermind, Nim, and Othello, this half day camp is a perfect mix of fun and mental stimulation.
Cost: $305
Instructor: Camille James
In Snapology's Mega Machine Robotics class, your child will create some of their favorite motorized vehicles out of LEGO® bricks. Students will learn about gear ratio, sensors, pulleys, cranks, and programming as they build trucks, space rovers, helicopters, and much more. Your child is sure to have fun as they build, learn, and play!
Cost: $335
Instructor: Snapology
Foodie Frontier, where kids explore ethnic grocery stores, discover unique ingredients, and learn to make simple, delicious snacks from around the world. Each day, campers sample treats from different cultures, fostering creativity, curiosity, and a love for global flavors. Hands-on taste creation and fun food challenges make every day an adventure! Perfect for young food lovers and budding chefs.
Cost: $375
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
Combine the joy of pampering and being pampered with the opportunity to enjoy special activities and make crafts you can take home for gifts or future spa days. Imagine sipping on tea and smoothies while munching on petite finger foods. Sprinkle in some yoga, aromatherapy, and new friends; you have the perfect spa week. This camp includes one or two expeditions for manicures, etc.
Cost: $375
Instructor: Jillian Abee
Whether you imagine yourself as a pro golfer one day or 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: $350
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
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: $555
Instructor: APEX Denver
Get ready for an action-packed summer of rock climbing, parkour, and high-energy fun! Campers will race down slides, defy gravity at Urban Air, and try ax throwing. Each day is filled with thrilling activities to push limits and build confidence. It's the ultimate camp for nonstop excitement! Activities may vary.
Cost: $375
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
Full-Day Camps 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Traditional Summer Day Camp (Full-Day Program)
Entering Grades 1-9
Day Camp for 6-year-olds to 13-year-olds is the anchor of CA’s summer programs and is offered for eight weeks of the summer. The Day Camp program is based on good old-fashioned summertime fun!
Daily activities for 2025 include: adventure, archery, arts and crafts, swimming (lessons and free swim) every day, paddle boarding, campfire program (songs, stories, community building), group games, tennis fun, rock climbing, music, and more.
Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $525 per week.
Color Groups:
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Purple Group: Entering Grade 1
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Orange Group: Entering Grade 2
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Green Group: Entering Grade 3
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Blue Group: Entering Grades 4-5
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Red Group: Entering Grades 6-9
Denver Chamber Music Camp is open to strings-playing students of all ages who are at the following playing levels: Violin: Suzuki Book 3 or Equivalent Viola: Suzuki Book 2 or Equivalent Cello: Suzuki Book 2 or Equivalent Students also need to have basic music-reading skills. A day at chamber camp includes a coaching session with your assigned chamber ensemble and an enrichment class, including theory, ear training, music history, and orchestra. The orchestra plays everything from Bach to Rock and will perform all these genres at the final concert on August 1. All parents and friends are invited. Denver professional musicians teach all classes.
Cost: $675
Instructor: Denver Chamber Music
Learn how to make coil pots, pinch pots, slab building, and glaze, and enjoy an introduction to throwing on the pottery wheel! All of these techniques are used to make a variety of fun and exciting projects.
Cost: $595
Instructor: Becci Marzonie
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact? Make new friends, develop leadership skills, and have fun while giving back to the community. We'll kick off the week with team-building challenges at a high ropes course to discover our leadership styles. Then, we'll put our leadership strengths to work by planning and executing service projects in our community nature centers, gardens, and conservation areas. We'll wrap up the week with a trip to Water World to celebrate our achievements!
Cost: $675
Instructor: Denver Audubon
Get ready for an action-packed week of nonstop fun as we explore Denver’s top attractions! From splashing at Pirates Cove to thrilling rides at Elitch Gardens and Water World, plus mini golf and more, this adventure has something for everyone. Don’t miss the excitement!
Cost: $855
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
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: $1350
Instructor: Colorado Mountain School
Knights-in-training learn to battle in the medieval and modern Olympic styles. Make foam swords, design a personal crest, and battle for the castle built upon the great Ruby Hill!
Cost: $745
Instructor: Denver Fencing Center
Experience the thrill of Colorado’s great outdoors with activities like zip lining, whitewater rafting, glacier hiking, horseback riding, paddleboarding, or mountain biking. Led by expert guides, this adventure promises excitement, breathtaking views, and unforgettable memories!
Cost: $780
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
Learn to Stand Up Paddleboard with ACA-certified instructors. Learn basic paddling skills, strokes, turning, bracing, and safety, including self and group rescue. We'll also spend time engaging in fun-filled exploration of Rueter-Hess Reservoir with some days paddling for two or more miles. SUP and safety equipment provided. Swimming ability is required for this camp.
Cost: $730
Instructor: A Stoked Life dba Surf'SUP Colorado
Get ready for a week of hands-on horse adventure! Each camper is assigned their own horse, riding daily in the arena or out on the trails. Beyond riding, campers learn to care for their horse by feeding, watering, brushing, saddling, and bridling. The day ends with fun grooming activities, giving them a true, immersive equestrian experience. No arts and crafts—just all-horse, all-week fun!
Cost: $1020
Instructor: Sagebrush Stables
Thrilling outdoor adventures for every explorer! Campers will tackle a challenging ropes course, zip line through scenic views, and brave the stunning Cave of the Winds. They'll take on the rapids with exciting rafting trips and glide across calm waters while paddleboarding. This action-packed camp is perfect for those who love adventure, nature, and unforgettable experiences! Activities are subject to change.
Cost: $780
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
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Week 7: July 21–25
Morning Camps 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Steve Hyatt, CA Boys Basketball Head Coach, and CA Varsity players will teach fundamental basketball skills. Focus will be on the fundamentals of shooting and dribbling, ball handling, and live ball moves.
Cost: $310
Instructor: Coach Steve Hyatt
Join REI expert instructors for a week of survival skills! We will focus on learning and practicing different skills each day, including fire making, shelter building, water purification, and navigation. On the last day we will have a final survival experience where you will put your new skills to the test!
Cost: $715
Instructor: REI
Tennis Time coaches supply everything for your child, including age-appropriate kid-size racquets, foam and low-compression balls, portable tennis nets, and lots of fun! Learn all about tennis, including forehands, backhands, serves, volleys, hand-eye coordination, speed and movement coordination, scoring, tennis games, balance drills, and more. 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $335
Instructor: Tennis Time
Learn how to make delicious buttercream frosting and how to decorate pastries! From borders to flowers to fondant—you will become a cake decorator by the end of the week. Goodbye store-bought cakes!
Cost: $350
Instructor: Jane Kelly and Julie Wei
Emma and Sophia from Canvas and Cocktails lead this fun, creative art camp! Campers will explore famous artists like Van Gogh and Kahlo, experimenting with techniques and styles using paint, chalk, clay, and more. Each day features a unique project inspired by the artist of the day. No experience is needed, and campers will create amazing works to take home. Daily treats are included!
Cost: $455
Instructor: Canvas and Cocktails
Campers will express themselves through the art of collage and journaling! They'll learn how to create vision boards, scrapbook pages, and mixed-media art using colorful materials, photographs, and personal mementos. With hands-on instruction, campers will discover new ways to tell their stories and showcase their creativity.
Cost: $305
Instructor: Jean Han
The stage is your child's canvas in this improv comedy camp. Improv is more than jokes—it's about acting and creating as a team. Campers will learn to create rich environments, characters, and relationships, using only their imaginations—and whole stories with the help of their teammates! This camp culminates in a final performance.
Cost: $320
Instructor: What If Theatre
Beginner and experienced coders use Scratch to create video games, musical devices, and interactive art. Then they integrate their projects with the physical world using a MicroBit, a controller, light, and sound sensor.
Cost: $335
Instructor: MindDance
Get ready to invent! Campers will create circuits with Makey Makey for fun art and sound projects. Then, they’ll explore MicroBit, a powerful microcontroller for building gadgets with sensors and LEDs. Using Microsoft’s MakeCode, they’ll bring their creations to life. Spark curiosity and inspire the next generation of inventors!
Cost: $440
Instructor: Silicon Stem
Get ready to shine in the world of mathematics with our Advanced Math Olympics program, tailored for middle school students who crave an extra challenge. Participants will take on advanced math challenges and engage in friendly competition, all while expanding their mathematical horizons in an exhilarating and supportive environment.
Cost: $470
Instructor: Denver Test Prep
In this transformative camp you'll get hands-on experience with successful music producers, DJs, and recording artists. Students get to work on professional quality gear like Ableton, Novation midi keyboards, VSTs, Maschine+, Arturia Minibrute 2 analog synthesizer, and Scarlett interfaces while on MacBook Air computers. Learn the secrets of producing with the Sound Formation Method™, including making entire tracks, and take your recordings home. Recommended for students with a musical background, but beginners are also welcome.
Cost: $400
Instructor: Sound Formation
Each day at our summer camp kicks off with delicious donuts, setting the tone for a fun-filled, yet chill day ahead! Campers will explore their creativity painting pottery, engage in friendly board game battles, and enjoy a colorful Paint and Sip session (with juice boxes, of course!). They'll also hit the lanes for bowling and unwind with a relaxing Goat Yoga class. It's the perfect blend of creativity, relaxation, and play!
Cost: $375
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
Afternoon Camps 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Sharpen your soccer skills in a fun and engaging camp for middle school players! Focus on improving touch, passing, ball control, shot accuracy, and confident defense. Daily small-side games culminate in a week-long tournament. Note: no goalkeeper-specific training is offered. Soccer cleats, socks, and shin guards are required!
Cost: $310
Instructor: Leo Procise
Volleyball camp teaches key skills like passing, setting, serving, and hitting through expert instruction and hands-on practice. Participants will refine technique, teamwork, and strategy while applying skills in dynamic 6v6 gameplay. Open to players of all levels, the camp emphasizes learning and fun on the court!
Cost: $305
Instructor: Caitlin Simbeck
Learn how to make delicious buttercream frosting and how to decorate pastries! From borders to flowers to fondant—you will become a cake decorator by the end of the week. Goodbye store-bought cakes!
Cost: $350
Instructor: Jane Kelly and Julie Wei
Over the week, campers will master key stitches, understand how to read crochet patterns, and create simple, personalized items like scarves or keychains. With hands-on instruction and plenty of practice time, each camper will leave with new skills and a finished project. Whether a beginner or a little more advanced, this camp is perfect for young makers looking to explore the art of crochet.
Cost: $305
Instructor: Jean Han
Students will be guided in 3 different glass art forms: stained glass, glass fusing, and glass mosaics. Artists will learn the tools and techniques for glass cutting and soldering. Returning glass artists will be challenged with new ideas and techniques.
Cost: $335
Instructor: Jenny Werner
Mixed Media Madness is a mix of materials to make your masterpiece magnificent! We will create art, journals, and more, while using magazine clippings, paper, paint, stamps, and more! In this class we will discover techniques, tricks, and practice our skills of layering and abstract art. Each day will be a new creation, and you will design and create your own masterpiece!
Cost: $330
Instructor: Createry Workshop
Turn social media into your creative launchpad! In this camp, students will create YouTube channels and learn video editing with CapCut. Master techniques to make standout, viral content and share your talent with the world. Take your passion to the next level and become a YouTube star!
Cost: $440
Instructor: Silicon Stem
Get ready to shine in the world of mathematics with our Advanced Math Olympics program, tailored for middle school students who crave an extra challenge. Participants will take on advanced math challenges and engage in friendly competition, all while expanding their mathematical horizons in an exhilarating and supportive environment.
Cost: $470
Instructor: Denver Test Prep
Beginner and experienced coders use Scratch to create their own video games. Scratch programming language is free and web-based so campers can work on their projects from home and publish to Scratch website.
Cost: $335
Instructor: MindDance
Whether you're a pro or a first-timer, join us for an exciting afternoon at the lanes! Discover the thrill of bowling, a timeless game dating back to the Stone Age. Perfect your skills, master new techniques, and create unforgettable memories. Let the good times roll!
Cost: $350
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
Foodie Frontier, where kids explore ethnic grocery stores, discover unique ingredients, and learn to make simple, delicious snacks from around the world. Each day, campers sample treats from different cultures, fostering creativity, curiosity, and a love for global flavors. Hands-on taste creation and fun food challenges make every day an adventure! Perfect for young food lovers and budding chefs.
Cost: $375
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
Get ready for an action-packed summer of rock climbing, parkour, and high-energy fun! Campers will race down slides, defy gravity at Urban Air, and try ax throwing. Each day is filled with thrilling activities to push limits and build confidence. It's the ultimate camp for nonstop excitement! Activities may vary.
Cost: $375
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
Full Day Camps 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Traditional Summer Day Camp (Full-Day Program)
Entering Grades 1-9
Day Camp for 6-year-olds to 13-year-olds is the anchor of CA’s summer programs and is offered for eight weeks of the summer. The Day Camp program is based on good old-fashioned summertime fun!
Daily activities for 2025 include: adventure, archery, arts and crafts, swimming (lessons and free swim) every day, paddle boarding, campfire program (songs, stories, community building), group games, tennis fun, rock climbing, music, and more.
Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $525 per week.
Color Groups:
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Purple Group: Entering Grade 1
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Orange Group: Entering Grade 2
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Green Group: Entering Grade 3
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Blue Group: Entering Grades 4-5
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Red Group: Entering Grades 6-9
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: $745
Instructor: Denver Fencing Center
During this exciting week, we’ll visit some of Denver’s best escape rooms. 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: $695
Instructor: Kathy Zolla
Get ready for an action-packed week of nonstop fun as we explore Denver’s top attractions! From splashing at Pirates Cove to thrilling rides at Elitch Gardens and Water World, plus mini golf and more, this adventure has something for everyone. Don’t miss the excitement!
Cost: $855
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
Experience the thrill of Colorado’s great outdoors with activities like zip lining, whitewater rafting, glacier hiking, horseback riding, paddleboarding, or mountain biking. Led by expert guides, this adventure promises excitement, breathtaking views, and unforgettable memories!
Cost: $780
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
Learn to Stand Up Paddleboard with ACA-certified instructors. Learn basic paddling skills, strokes, turning, bracing, and safety, including self and group rescue. We'll also spend time engaging in fun-filled exploration of Rueter-Hess Reservoir with some days paddling for two or more miles. SUP and safety equipment provided. Swimming ability is required for this camp.
Cost: $730
Instructor: A Stoked Life dba Surf'SUP Colorado
Get ready for a week of hands-on horse adventure! Each camper is assigned their own horse, riding daily in the arena or out on the trails. Beyond riding, campers learn to care for their horse by feeding, watering, brushing, saddling, and bridling. The day ends with fun grooming activities, giving them a true, immersive equestrian experience. No arts and crafts—just all-horse, all-week fun!
Cost: $1020
Instructor: Sagebrush Stables
This 5-day program offers kids an immersive fishing experience in Colorado’s natural beauty, with overnight stays on Wednesday and Thursday nights at Cal-Wood Education Center. Participants will learn fishing fundamentals, explore rivers, and fish at Cal-Wood. Highlights include Fishing 101 at CA, river practice at Lair O’ the Bear, a day in Rocky Mountain National Park, and hands-on skill-building. This adventure fosters teamwork, outdoor skills, and lifelong memories.
Cost: $
Instructor: Brooks Crosby
Thrilling outdoor adventures for every explorer! Campers will tackle a challenging ropes course, zip line through scenic views, and brave the stunning Cave of the Winds. They'll take on the rapids with exciting rafting trips and glide across calm waters while paddleboarding. This action-packed camp is perfect for those who love adventure, nature, and unforgettable experiences! Activities are subject to change.
Cost: $780
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
Week 8: July 28–August 1
Morning Camps 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Steve Hyatt, CA Boys Basketball Head Coach, and CA Varsity players will teach fundamental basketball skills. Focus will be on the fundamentals of shooting and dribbling, ball handling, and live ball moves.
Cost: $310
Instructor: Coach Steve Hyatt
Join REI expert instructors for a week of survival skills! We will focus on learning and practicing different skills each day, including fire making, shelter building, water purification, and navigation. On the last day we will have a final survival experience where you will put your new skills to the test!
Cost: $715
Instructor: REI
Tennis Time coaches supply everything for your child, including age-appropriate kid-size racquets, foam and low-compression balls, portable tennis nets, and lots of fun! Learn all about tennis, including forehands, backhands, serves, volleys, hand-eye coordination, speed and movement coordination, scoring, tennis games, balance drills, and more. 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $335
Instructor: Tennis Time
Learn how to make delicious buttercream frosting and how to decorate pastries! From borders to flowers to fondant—you will become a cake decorator by the end of the week. Goodbye store-bought cakes!
Cost: $350
Instructor: Jane Kelly and Julie Wei
At CÉILÍ CLUB Irish Dance Camp, dancers will be introduced to the basics of Irish dance through exciting new choreography and traditional céilí team dances—but with a twist! We'll dance with a parachute, build leprechaun traps, and jam out to Irish folk music with instruments. All identities, all bodies, and all abilities are welcome to enjoy the merriment and cultural richness of Irish dance. No experience required!
Cost: $405
Instructor: Caitriona Irish Dance
Students will be guided in 3 different glass art forms: stained glass, glass fusing, and glass mosaics. Artists will learn the tools and techniques for glass cutting and soldering. Returning glass artists will be challenged with new ideas and techniques.
Cost: $335
Instructor: Jenny Werner
Get up to speed with the latest break-through guitar techniques in this unique camp. We'll get your rhythmic chops, technique, strumming abilities, and melodic playing to the next level, no matter your previous experience. Guitars are provided.
Cost: $400
Instructor: Sound Formation
Step into our Candy Lab and explore science through sweet experiments! From candy chemistry to edible art, every activity uses candy to teach cool scientific concepts. Mix, melt, and marvel at how sweets can be both delicious and educational!
Cost: $335
Instructor: KidCreate
Bring your game design dreams to life in this fun camp! Use FlowLab Game Creator to design 2D games inspired by classics like Mario Bros. and Space Invaders—no coding experience needed. With FlowLab’s easy-to-use interface, create interactive games and animations. By the end, you'll have impressive games to share with friends and family!
Cost: $440
Instructor: Silicon Stem
Welcome to Logic Party, the ultimate summer camp! Campers delve into logic puzzles, brain games, and math tricks. From Sudoku and Kakuro challenges to strategic games like Mastermind, Nim, and Othello, this half day camp is a perfect mix of fun and mental stimulation.
Cost: $305
Instructor: Camille James
In this challenge-oriented program, your student will explore the basic components of robotics by building with LEGO® bricks and modular cubes, known as Cubelets®! Each way your student snaps the cubes together will create a unique robot, but what matters most is when your student figures out the perfect robot recipe to solve a challenge. They will work with a partner to figure out how to create lighthouses, vehicles, astrobots, animals, and so much more. Is your student ready to tinker, design, predict, code and have a blast with Snapology?!
Cost: $335
Instructor: Snapology
Beginner and experienced coders use Scratch to create their own video games. Scratch programming language is free and web-based so campers can work on their projects from home and publish to Scratch website.
Cost: $335
Instructor: MindDance
Combine the joy of pampering and being pampered with the opportunity to enjoy special activities and make crafts you can take home for gifts or future spa days. Imagine sipping on tea and smoothies while munching on petite finger foods. Sprinkle in some yoga, aromatherapy, and new friends; you have the perfect spa week. This camp includes one or two expeditions for manicures, etc.
Cost: $375
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
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: $335
Instructor: Golden Gymnastics Training Center
Afternoon Camps 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Study the art of taekwondo in a positive learning environment. Focus on respect for self and others, teamwork, self-defense, and fitness! Earn belt "stripes" and work towards goals all week. No experience is necessary.
Cost: $335
Instructor: MindDance
Sharpen your soccer skills in a fun and engaging camp for middle school players! Focus on improving touch, passing, ball control, shot accuracy, and confident defense. Daily small-side games culminate in a week-long tournament. Note: no goalkeeper-specific training is offered. Soccer cleats, socks, and shin guards are required!
Cost: $310
Instructor: Leo Procise
Volleyball camp teaches key skills like passing, setting, serving, and hitting through expert instruction and hands-on practice. Participants will refine technique, teamwork, and strategy while applying skills in dynamic 6v6 gameplay. Open to players of all levels, the camp emphasizes learning and fun on the court!
Cost: $305
Instructor: Caitlin Simbeck
Learn how to make delicious buttercream frosting and how to decorate pastries! From borders to flowers to fondant—you will become a cake decorator by the end of the week. Goodbye store-bought cakes!
Cost: $350
Instructor: Jane Kelly and Julie Wei
Focus on the tools and techniques you need to make jewelry, including beading using stone beads, making beads using Fimo clay, and glass fusion to create beautiful pendants and earrings. We’ll also spend a day creating a charm bracelet using Shrinky Dinks. Last, each artist will hand paint their jewelry box.
Cost: $335
Instructor: Jenny Werner
Get up to speed with the latest break-through guitar techniques in this unique camp. We'll get your rhythmic chops, technique, strumming abilities, and melodic playing to the next level, no matter your previous experience. Guitars are provided.
Cost: $400
Instructor: Sound Formation
Attention all Minecrafters! If your student can’t get enough of Minecraft®, this camp is a dream come true! Students will unleash their imaginations as they mod (or modify) their Minecraft® worlds using a powerful visual programming tool and graphical interface. Campers will design their own ores, tools, epic weapons, armor, resulting in their own custom digital world!
Cost: $440
Instructor: Silicon Stem
Does your child love to experiment and ask questions about the world around them? If so, it sounds like you already have a little scientist on your hands! Snapology’s Scientists program helps children explore their curiosities and cultivate a deep love for science by experiencing the different domains of scientific study. Students will engage with concepts from the fields of astronomy, Earth science, biology, chemistry, and physics using LEGO® bricks and other interactive learning tools.
Cost: $335
Instructor: Snapology
Thinking about a career in medicine? Camp participants will explore and role-play the key responsibilities of a doctor and how to administer first aid in emergency situations. These future doctors will learn about lung disease, how to perform CPR and Heimlich maneuver, broken bones, hypothermia, how to use a stethoscope, snake bites, discuss the steps to becoming a doctor, and more.
Cost: $420
Instructor: Little Medical School
Whether you're a pro or a first-timer, join us for an exciting afternoon at the lanes! Discover the thrill of bowling, a timeless game dating back to the Stone Age. Perfect your skills, master new techniques, and create unforgettable memories. Let the good times roll!
Cost: $350
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
Combine the joy of pampering and being pampered with the opportunity to enjoy special activities and make crafts you can take home for gifts or future spa days. Imagine sipping on tea and smoothies while munching on petite finger foods. Sprinkle in some yoga, aromatherapy, and new friends; you have the perfect spa week. This camp includes one or two expeditions for manicures, etc.
Cost: $375
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
Full-Day Camps 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Traditional Summer Day Camp (Full-Day Program)
Entering Grades 1-9
Day Camp for 6-year-olds to 13-year-olds is the anchor of CA’s summer programs and is offered for eight weeks of the summer. The Day Camp program is based on good old-fashioned summertime fun!
Daily activities for 2025 include: adventure, archery, arts and crafts, swimming (lessons and free swim) every day, paddle boarding, campfire program (songs, stories, community building), group games, tennis fun, rock climbing, music, and more.
Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $525 per week.
Color Groups:
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Purple Group: Entering Grade 1
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Orange Group: Entering Grade 2
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Green Group: Entering Grade 3
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Blue Group: Entering Grades 4-5
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Red Group: Entering Grades 6-9
This is a musical theatre intensive camp. The camp focuses on learning songs and dances from a variety of Broadway shows focused around a theme to be chosen. Recent ones have been "Modern Broadway" or "Heroes and Villains"--where musical numbers are from a variety of more recent Broadway shows or songs sung by classic heroes and villains in Broadway shows.
Cost: $665
Instructor: KidStage
Get ready for an action-packed week of nonstop fun as we explore Denver’s top attractions! From splashing at Pirates Cove to thrilling rides at Elitch Gardens and Water World, plus mini golf and more, this adventure has something for everyone. Don’t miss the excitement!
Cost: $855
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
Learn to Stand Up Paddleboard with ACA-certified instructors. Learn basic paddling skills, strokes, turning, bracing, and safety, including self and group rescue. We'll also spend time engaging in fun-filled exploration of Rueter-Hess Reservoir with some days paddling for two or more miles. SUP and safety equipment provided. Swimming ability is required for this camp.
Cost: $730
Instructor: A Stoked Life dba Surf'SUP Colorado
Calling all professional escape room artists. If you have escaped at least three rooms and enjoy logic puzzles, strategy games, and problem-solving, this camp is for you. Bring your escape room expertise, and be prepared to escape challenging situations that only the best Houdini fans can navigate.
Cost: $670
Instructor: Kathy Zolla
Thrilling outdoor adventures for every explorer! Campers will tackle a challenging ropes course, zip line through scenic views, and brave the stunning Cave of the Winds. They'll take on the rapids with exciting rafting trips and glide across calm waters while paddleboarding. This action-packed camp is perfect for those who love adventure, nature, and unforgettable experiences! Activities are subject to change.
Cost: $780
Instructor: CA Summer Programs
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