April 2012: Camps & Activities

ACADEMIC

DUBIN LEARNING CENTER

Celebrating over 30 years of summer sessions, this Santa Barbara leader in education has helped thousands of students, ranging from the underachiever to the gifted, to reach their potential. We provide educational therapy by Board Certified Educational Therapists and Educators for students with learning differences, ADD, dyslexia, tutoring in all subjects, and SAT & GATE test prep. Individual sessions are scheduled according to needs. Use this summer to lay the foundation for a successful school year.

962-7122?www.dubinlearningcenter.com

CALIFORNIA LEARNING CENTER

All ages welcome! ?June 18-Aug. 17, 8 a.m.- 6 p.m.

Find out how your child can stay sharp?by participating in?fun and dynamic summer camps at California Learning Center.?Camp offerings include?Math Madness, Art, Music, Spanish, Creative Writing, Drama, Reading, and Back to School Basics. Visit clcsb.com for full camp descriptions.? info@clcsb.com or clcsb.com

563-1579 ??www.clcsb.com

ART

SANTA BARBARA MARITIME ?Children?s Art Classes

Saturdays from 10 a.m. ? noon

June 9, June 23, July 14, or July 29

Reserve in advance; fees per class $25 per nonmember, $20 per member; fee includes two-hour lesson and supplies. Wear ?paint friendly? clothes. Each lesson is unique with a new medium. Enroll in single classes or the entire series. To reserve call

962-8404, ext. 115, Museum? store

For further information call

962-8404, ext. 111 Emily Falke ??www.sbmm.org

SANTA BARBARA MUSEUM OF ART ?ArtVenture Camps

Ages 5-12?? Monday ? Friday, 9 a.m. ? 3 p.m.

Children spend their day immersed in hands-on art making, cultural history, and creative problem solving. All camps include a visit to the Santa Barbara Museum of Art to learn about and be inspired by original works of art. The Museum?s exceptional team of teaching artists includes painters and sculptors, a children?s book illustrator, a ceramicist, a graphic designer, and an art historian who are all experienced art educators. Ten weeks of summer camps begin June 11.

Call Rachel Krieps at 884-6441 or rkrieps@sbma.net

www.sbma.net/kidsfamilies

COMPUTERS

iD TECH CAMPS &?iD TEEN ACADEMICS

Held at UC Santa Barbara, UCLA, UCSD, Stanford and 60+ universities in 27 states Gain a competitive edge! Create iPhone apps, video games, movies, and more at weeklong, day and overnight programs held at UCSB, UCLA, UCSD, Stanford, Princeton, and others.? Small classes for ages 7-17 in a fun/challenging setting. Also 2-week, teen-only programs held at UCLA, Stanford, Yale, Harvard, and other universities: iD Gaming Academy, iD Programming Academy, and iD Visual Arts Academy.

1-888-709-TECH (8324)?www.internalDrive.com

DANCE

DANCE CAMP @ STUDIO B

Join our studio this summer for fun, positive and educational dance camps. Our goal is to give students a fun place to improve skills and make friends. We are offering hip hop, jazz, ballet and tumbling for ages from 5 and up. For our youngest dancers, we offer a princess camp with lots of fun dance activities. Check our schedule and rates

?

318 1877

www.studiobdancecompany.com

GUSTAFSON DANCE CAMP 2012

offers a variety of summer programs including one- and two-week Dance Camps for ages 6-12, Mini Dance Camps for ages 3-8, a Junior Intensive for ages 9-14 and workshop classes for ages 2-1/2 and up. All camps culminate in a fully staged production.The camps and workshops for younger students include a variety of dance forms, art and performance; previous dance experience is not necessarily required.

563-3262 ??www.gustafsondance.com

S.B. FESTIVAL BALLET

_ is offering Fairy Tale Dreams summer camp June 18-July 6, geared for dancers age 6 and up, beginning through advanced. For students interested in performances, the focus will be preparation and production of a one-act ballet based on traditional fairy tales. All students will be cast and celebrated in a showcase performance on July 6. Prince and Princess Camp is offered for two one-week sessions, July 23 ? July 27? or July 31 ? Aug 3. Studio performances on July 27 or Aug 3. Discount on enrollment if registered by May 31st.? Contact Denise Rinaldi, artistic director, S.B. Festival Ballet, 1019-B Chapala St., Santa Barbara.

966-0711?santabarbarafestivalballet.com

DAY ACTIVITIES

ELINGS PARK SUMMER CAMP

Camps include nature and games, sports activities, baseball, BMX, mountain biking, lacrosse, science, tennis and martial arts. Sessions run weekly.? Each camp director is CPR and first aid certified with a 10 to 1 camper/counselor ratio. All camps take place at Elings Park, 1298 Las Positas Road, from? 9 a.m. ? 3 p.m. (Extended care and scholarships available).

569-5611 ??info@elingspark.org ?www.elingspark.org

MARYMOUNT

Enrichment Camp.?For students entering grades 1 ? 6.

Monday ? Friday, June 18-22, ?9 a.m ? 3 p.m.

?Dive in? to Marymount spirit with hands-on enrichment activities and awesome adventures in science, art, computers, cooking, swimming, and kids? favorite?summer games!. $260

569-1811 x 106
www.marymountsb.org

MONTESSORI CENTER

Dive into summer with us! We offer sessions for elementary and preschool students. Elementary camps are one week with special themes including but not limited to: Outdoor Adventures, Ancient Civilizations, Beach Ecology, American Artists, Fruit for 200, and? Nomads of the Sahara, just to name a few. Preschool children can enjoy the renowned Montessori curriculum and materials in two-week sessions with special activities and themes, such as Ocean Explorations, Tie Dye Arts, Summer Holidays, Puppetry, Storytelling, Yoga, Healthful Baking and Hand Crafts. Come join the fun! Call for more information

683-9383?www.mcssb.org

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA PARKS & RECREATION

Register NOW for 30 different summer camps and sports clinics, including 10 new offerings, from 6/6-Aug. 26. Camps: Aquacamp, Nature, Turf & Surf, Sand & Sea, Camp Rad, Muscle Beach, Ceramics, Ballet, Art from Heart,? Legos.? Sports clinics: 4 Beach Volleyball clinics, Sk8 Skools, Kayaking, Kiteboarding, Standup Paddling, Tennis, Soccer, Biking, Running, Gymnastics.? Jr. Counselor Training programs. Jr. Lifeguard Program. Find the new Spring/Summer Activity Guide online.

564-5418?www.sbparksandrecreation.com

SANTA BARBARA?CHARTER SCHOOL

Ages 5 to 12 (K through 8th grade)

Monday ? Friday? 7:30 a.m. ? 5:30 p.m. ? ??June 4 to August 3

Healthy snacks twice a day, indoor and outdoor games, arts and crafts, local field trips to the beach, Zodo?s, Goleta Library, the Zoo, the Harbor?

Call Ginnie or Becky at?729-2152

SANTA BARBARA ZOO

Voted ?best summer camp? by Independent and Santa Barbara News-Press readers? polls, Zoo Camp introduces children to the wild world of animals through up-close animal introductions, behind-the-scenes visits, hands-on science activities, and much, much more.

679-8500 or 962-5339?or education@sbzoo.org?www.sbzoo.org

500 Ninos Drive, in Santa Barbara

SINO WEST SUMMER CAMPS

Age groups: 3-5, 4.5-11, and 11-17

Sino cmaps are filled with a variety of dance, kung fu, and creative art activities. We provide fun, healthy exercise for bodies and minds. Our activities are so much fun, and nurture self-confidence, muscle coordination, and other social skills. We are unique because kids learn a mixture of different things, which keeps their minds interested. Learn details at

967-2983?www.sinowestsb.com/summercamps

YMCA Summer Camps

provide a safe, nurturing environment for children to learn, grow and develop social skills. At the Y, kids make friends, have fun, and discover who they are and what they can achieve. Financial assistance ensures every child is given the opportunity to be healthy, confident, connected and secure. For more on Day Camps, Sports Camps, Family Camp, Resident Camp, Swimming Lessons and more, visit your neighborhood Y or online at

www.ciymca.org

FINANCE

CAMP MILLIONAIRE>

Raising money savvy adults can be quite a challenge these days. Let us help! Camp Millionaire is a game and activity-based financial education programs for kids and teens. Your kids will learn how to make, manage, multiply and donate their money wisely first hand in this week-long summer program, and they?ll have FUN doing it. Imagine your kids learning to pay themselves before they leave home without you!

957-1024?www.campmillionaire.com

GYMNASTICS

S.B. GYMNASTICS CLUB

Ages 2 ? adult

Classes and teams for boys and girls, week and day camps, birthday parties, parade participation, private lessons, home?school, shows.

No experience necessary.

Spring Break Day Camp March 26 ? 30

Call for information and Summer Schedule

Mon.-Sat. day and evening classes.?4179 State St. ?683- 1724 ?www.santabarbaragymnasticsclub.com

MARTIAL ARTS

KEN OTA?S AIKIDO WITH KI AND JUDO

Age range: 7 to 14

Aikido. The martial art with class! Learn to roll, protect the brain! Must learn before any other sport! Summer sessions begin June 13 and July 18.? Children and teens classes: 1 hour Aikido/Ki + 1 hour Judo = 2-hour class (4:- 6 p.m.) Five weeks, five days a week. (two days/week classes also available.) Develop confidence, coordination, and respect.?Camp location: 255 Magnolia Ave., Goleta June 11 and July 16

967-3103

MUSIC

GUHL MUSIC STUDIO

Piano and Keyboards Ages 3 to adult

? Traditional European music education in ?classical music, jazz and popular music

? Piano, keyboards, violin, cello, guitar, ?recorder, and music theoryTaught by a European-trained concert pianist who is a national leader in music technology

963-9884

SUMMER BAND CAMP

4th ? 8th graders

Tuesday & Thursday mornings

June 12 ? July 19

Concert band with SBCC?s ever popular Jim Mooy and staff. To be held at the First United Methodist Church 305 E. Anapamu at Garden. Cost $95. For more information and to register call or go online

569-5353 ? ?www.nickrailmusic.com

KINDERMUSIK WITH KATHY

June 25-Aug 20, Weekly Multi-Cultural Music, Rhythm, Song, Instruments n Dances combined with Art Instruction. Ages 4-10 years in SB and Carpinteria. ? Intro Violin ? Rockin? Recorders & Playful Pianos ? Musicals Camp? Voice, Dance, Acting and Performance Skills ? Hawaiian Ukulele and ?Hula? Hooping Skills n Movement ? African and Native American Songs, Dances n Drumming ? Snazzy Jazz Songs, Games and Movement. Small Intimate Groups of 8-10 where your budding musician gets lots of attention?in the key of Love! SB Kindermusik & Friends.

884-4009 ?kindermusikathy@gmail.com ?www.KindermusikwithKathy

PERFORMING ARTS

We are excited to bring our popular non-competitive, self-esteem building camps to Santa Barbara! Our 2012 season includes Camp Off-Broadway (ages 5-7),? Camp Bound for Broadway ? ?The Wizard of Oz? (ages 7-13), Murder Mystery Drama Camp ? ?Murder at the Manor? (ages 9-14) & Commercial, Drama and Improv Acting Sampler (ages 9-14). Offering camps in Ventura County since 1996. For more inforamtion, please call or visit our website.

687-3379 ? ?www.catssumercamps.com

PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS CAMP (PVAC>

Ages 8 ? 14

Recognized by KEYT?s Children First Series, PVAC is a fun, high-energy arts camp where the campers sing, dance and perform. PVAC provides an opportunity for student participants to develop self-control, coordination, creativity and self-confidence through performing arts. PVAC ? Where every kid?s a star! PVAC is a program of Children?s Creative Project and directed by Dauri Kennedy.

637-1191 ?www.sbpvac.org

TRIPLE THREAT MUSICAL THEATER CAMP

Is hosted at Santa Barbara Festival Ballet June 18 ? 22.? Triple Threat? Musical Theater Camp will focus on building confidence in the area of acting, singing, and dancing!? Led by local professionals Kit Steinkellner, Sharlae Jenkins, Denise Rinaldi and Keely Moore, this camp is geared for the serious Musical Theater student, ages 12 ? 18.? Week ends with informal showcase on June 22 at Santa Barbara Festival Ballet studios. Contact Denise Rinaldi, artistic director at

SB Festival Ballet, 1019-B Chapala St, Santa Barbara.email Info@santabarbarafestivalballet.com

966-0711 ? ?www.santabarbarafestivalballet.com

RESIDENT

CIRCLE V RANCH CAMP

2550 Highway 154, Across from Cachuma Lake

Six Day/Five Nights Summer Sessions

For Campers Ages 7-13

archery, arts & crafts, nature hikes, swimming,?painting, photography, baseball, basketball,

soccer, miniature golf, campfires, singing and skits

air-conditioned cabins, three nutritious daily meals.

Since 1945, a traditional summer camp

operated by Society of St. Vincent de Paul

Dates and Fees: Ray Lopez, Director,

688-5252

www.facebook.com/pages/Circle-V-Ranch-Camp/105307186181003

RIDING

HEARTS SUMMER HORSE CAMP

offers a unique equine experience for kids, ages 8-16. This inclusive camp pairs children with disabilities and their able-bodied peers to learn horseback riding and horsemanship. Working together, children?gain an appreciation for the ways they are similar to and different from each other. Riders will demonstrate their new skills for family and friends in a horseshow each week.
June 18-22 June 25-29 July 30 ? Aug 3
$350 per person each week
964-1519 ? ?www.heartssb.org

SINGING

SANTA BARBARA CHILDREN?S CHORUS

All That jazz ?Showtime? Summer Camp

Under the direction of SBCC Chorus Director Erin Bronski, kids and teens ages 8 ? 14 will learn songs, vocal techniques, choreography and movement culminating with a performance at the end of the camp. No audition or prior experience necessary; July 16-27, 9 a.m. ? 12 p.m., Unitarian Society of Santa Barbara, 1535 Santa Barbara St., $450 ? limited scholarships available. Register online or call

www.childrenschorus.com ??512-9840

YOUNG SINGERS CLUB PERFORMING ARTS CAMPS

at Mountain View School ? top-quality experience for anyone who likes to sing. In addition to fun and helpful vocal training, students prepare for an exciting end-of-week performance. Camp week includes professional and age-appropriate voice instruction, solo singing opportunities, choreography, microphone techniques, drama, skits, acting games, and more.? Small classes. Various age groups (5+, 7+, 9+, 12+) and themes: Junior High Broadway, Glee, Mamma Mia, Rock and Roll Forever, My Fair Lady, Wizard of Oz, Annie, Sound of Music, Disney, Beatles, Taylor Swift, Selena Gomez songs.

681-7078 ?www.youngsingersclub.com

SPORTS/ADAPTIVE

CHALLENGERS

Challenger teams are for girls and boys ages 5- 18 years old with physical challenges and/or developmental special needs. Games are adapted to their needs. Wheelchair users welcomed. Buddy support available for players needing assistance. Teams for all levels of play meet throughout Santa Barbara and Ventura? counties. Registration remains open through the season. Visit or join us anytime!

Join us for Summer Baseball Camp with?the Santa Barbara Foresters

info@GoChallengers.org ??681-9165?www.GoChallengers.org

SPORTS

WESTMONT WARRIORS SUMMER CAMPS

are a great way to receive instruction in a variety of sports skills from our collegiate coaches. Experience our new facilities by participating in Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball and Sports Skills for ages 5-14. Choose between half day camps or full day camps (extended care available). All camps at Westmont College: 955 La Paz Road.

565-6110
www.westmont.edu/sports/camps.

WATER SPORTS

BEACH HOUSE?SURF ADVENTURES

Week-long surf camp takes place at Leadbetter Beach. Long, rolling waves make it great for beginners. Camp is suited for kids with basic swimming skills. Each camper receives a camp T-shirt, hat, lunch(from Shoreline Cafe) and a great surfing experience. One, two, three, or four-day camps prorated. Week-long sessions available June 11-Aug. 17. $59 daily or $295 a week. Ages 8+. Call the Beach House at

963-1281 ?www.santabarbarasurfadventures.com

HENDRY?S BEACH JR. LIFEGUARDS

Learn ocean rescue recognition and rescue techniques, use of paddleboard, first aid and CPR. The program is designed to help improve your child?s physical conditioning while emphasizing the importance of safety, respect and camaraderie.? Activities include running, swimming, paddling, surfing, water sports, beach games and training drills.? also learn about marine ecology, the environment and marine life. July 2-20, July 23 to August 10. Weekdays from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Early drop off available $25 early enrollment discount

729-5028 ? ?sbcojg@sbparks.org?www.sbparks.org/jg

HIDDEN OAKS CLUBHOUSE?FAMILY SWIM CLUB

Daily Memberships ? ??Open May 1 ? Nov 1

Quiet private unguarded pool,?Children under 7 free with adult membership

11am ? 7pm daily ??Pool toys welcome/no lap swimming

Beautiful mountain View

967-5574?www.HiddenOakscCubhouse.com

THE REFUGIO JUNIOR LIFEGUARD

is an educational and recreational summer program for kids ages? 7 to 17. Activities include surfing, kayaking, snorkeling, volleyball, beach games and more. Curriculum includes: Ocean lifesaving, first aid and CPR, environmental awareness and much more. Instructors are State Parks lifeguards, EMTs, and credentialed teachers. We offer two 4-week sessions each summer. For more information, call? or go to the website

8968-3834 ??www.RefugioJG.com

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