Summer Camp Guide 2008
Opportunities Are Endless for Summer Fun at Camps All Over the CSRA
by Charmain Z. Brackett and Karin Calloway
Like Legos? Interested in art? Whatever your children love there’s a summer camp geared especially for them. Kids can learn to paint like Picasso, paddle a canoe, gallop a horse or hone their skills at sports, arts and academic specialty day camps of all persuasions. Or choose from a variety of general interest camps that are sure to suit your schedule and budget. Our Summer Camp Guide is your one-stop resource to summer day camps throughout the CSRA.
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Aiken Center for the Arts
Contact Cathy Rumble at 803-641-9094 or acapgm@bellsouth.net.
Aiken Center for the Arts, 122 Laurens St. S.W.
Art Hounds
Weeklong camps from June 23 to August 1. Ages 4 through 4th grade. 4-6 year-olds, 9 a.m.-noon. Grades 1-4, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. or half day sessions 9 a.m.-noon or 1-4 p.m.
Campers will sniff out art in unusual and unexpected places. $180 full day camps for members, $200 for non-members. $108 half day camps members, $120 non-members.
Art Studio
Grades 5 and up. A different art focus each week including clay, basket weaving and painting. $120 members, $108 for non-members, half day, $180 members, $200 non-members full day.
The Art Factory
Contact Cindy O’Brien. 706-731-0008 or email info@artfactoryinc.org.
Summer Stock
June 9-27. 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 6-16.
The three-week camp focuses on the art of musical theater with instruction in dance and choreography, theater and set design, music and instrumentation and visual art and costume design. $350 before June 1, then $375. Lunch and snacks provided. Tuition assistance available.
Augusta Ballet School
2941 Walton Way. www.augustaballetschool.com.
Email augustaballetschool@knology.net or call 706-733-5511. Call for fees.
Great Ballets and Famous Ballerinas Workshop
June 2-6. 2:30-5 p.m. Ages 5-8.
Children will learn the genesis of classical ballet through the development of performance ballets. Each day, students will study one of the great classical ballets such as Swan Lake and Sleeping Beauty.
Nutcracker Dance Camp
June 9-13. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Ages 3-5. June 9-13. 2:30-5 p.m. Ages 6-8. June 16-20. 3-5 p.m. Ages 3-5.
Learn choreography from Dance Augusta’s production of The Nutcracker while taking a daily journey through Clara’s dream.
Summer Workshops
The Augusta Ballet School offers ballet technique and pointe classes as well as tap, jazz and choreography.
Augusta Jewish Community Center
898 Weinberger Way. 706-228-3636 or www.augustajcc.org. Before and after care available. Sack lunch available for $20 per week. Early registration and sibling discounts.
3D Art Camp
June 2-6. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 5-10.
Experiment with ways to create basic sculptural forms: raised surfaces, lines, flat surfaces, modeling, carving mobiles and more. $225.
Art of the Native Americans
July 7-11. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 7-12.
Create everyday and ceremonial artworks based on Native American lore and methods using clay, bamboo, recycled materials, paper and more. $225.
Comedy Central
July 14-18. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 9-12.
Pratfalls, gags, double-takes, goofy improv games, witty one-liners, sketch comedy, clowning, physical theater, mime and more. $225.
Creative Movement
June 23-27. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 3-5.
A first introduction to the dynamics of music and movement. Skills taught through fun activities for motor development, movement exploration, creative play and problems solving. $225.
Drama Camp: From Story to Stage
June 23-27. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 6-10.
Learn how to think on your feet with exciting theater games, improvisation, movement exercises and more. $225.
Fashion Camp
July 7-11 or 28-Aug. 1. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 7-12.
Manicures, make-up, dress-up clothes and arts and crafts projects. Learn how to walk the walk and talk the walk. Gain self-confidence and poise. $225.
Pre-Ballet
July 21-25. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 6-8.
Exposure to the basics of ballet and establish classroom etiquette and behavior. $225.
Augusta Players
706-826-4704 or email summercamp@augustaplayers.org.
Summer Theatre Camp
Session 1: June 16-27 at Martinez Baptist Church, 3632 Lynwood Dr., Martinez. Session 2: July 7-18 at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 402 Aumond Rd., Augusta. 10 a.m.-2:15 p.m. Ages 6-18. Bring a sack lunch.
Develop expressive abilities while learning about acting, voice and movement. Then put all of these skills together in a showcase for the last Friday of camp. $200-210.
Augusta Preparatory Day School
285 Flowing Wells Rd., Martinez. Visit www.augustaprep.org for information and downloadable forms. Call Anne Marie Thomas at 706-863-6858 extension 379 for information on music camps.
Kindermusik: Village
June 9-13, 16-20 and 23-27, July 21-25 and 28-Aug. 1.1-1:45 p.m. Newborn to 1 1/2 years.
Incorporates the most current research on early childhood development and provides a special place for learning and connecting with other parents and babies through music and movement. $100 per session. APDS Lower School.
Kindermusik: ABC Music & Me
June 9-13, 16-20 and 23-27, July 21-25 and 28-Aug. 1. Noon-12:30 p.m. for 4 year olds. 3-3:30 p.m. for 5 and 6 year olds.
This all new program changes each session and helps build a lifelong appreciation of music and movement. $75 per session. APDS Lower School.
Kindermusik: Our Time
June 16-20 and 23-27, July 21-25 and 28-Aug. 1. 2-2:45 p.m. Ages: 1 1/2 to 3 years old accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.
Encourages child discovery through specially designed instruments, textures, sounds and movements. $100 per session. APDS Lower School.
Introduction to Music Theory
June 9-13 or 21-25. 3-3:30 p.m. Grades 1-6.
An introduction in basic concepts of music through harmony, rhythm and scales with discussions of melody, harmony and how they are found in basic musical forms. $60 per week. Maximum of 10 students per class. Knox Music Suite.
Intermediate Music Theory
June 9-13 or July 21-25. 12:30-1:30 p.m. Grades 7-10.
Fundamentals are discussed and the the students will move on to an introduction to the components of musical texture and harmonic principles. $120 per week. Maximum of 10 students per class. Knox Music Suite.
Music Theory College Preparation Course
June 9-13 or July 21-25. 1:45-2:45 p.m. Grades 11-12.
High school students planning to continue musical education into college will learn about intervals, meters, keys and scales as well as triadic forms, seventh chords and writing rules so the student can develop an understanding of how music comes together. $120 per week. Knox Music Suite.
Vocal Performance Camp
July 21-25 or 28-August 1. 9 a.m.-noon. Grades 9-12.
Learn stage presence, dramatic interpretation, repertoire and deportment, sight reading and staged scenes. A final performance will consist of solos, duets, small and large ensembles. Repertoir changes each session. $200 per week. Goodwin Commons.
Beginning Guitar Camp
June 9-13 and 16-20, July 21-25 or 28-August 1. 2-3 p.m. for grades 5-12 and 3-4 p.m. for grades 1-4.
For beginning guitarists with instructor Carl Purdy. $120 per week. Knox Music Suite.
Digital Photography and Digital Imagery
Contact Dora Shaffer at Dora.Shaffer@augustaprep.org or call 706-863-6858 ext. 355.
• Digital Photography for Rising 5th-9th Graders. July 21-25 or 28-Aug. 1. 9-9:55 a.m. $100.
• Digital Imagery for Rising 5th-9th Graders. July 21-25 or 28-Aug. 1. 10-10:55 a.m. $100.
Ceramic Arts Camp: Hand Built and Wheel Thrown Pottery
Contact Chris Dickson at chrisdickson@augustaprep.org or call 706-855-6951.
July 16-27, 9 a.m.-10:55 a.m. or July 28-Aug. 1, noon-1:55 p.m. Grades 5-12. $200 per session includes supplies.
Summer Theatre Camp
Contact Andra Symms at 803-215-5308.
June 9-25, 9 a.m.-noon. June 26 and 27, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Performance on June 26 at 7 p.m. Hull Fine Arts Center. Rising 3rd-8th graders.
Receive acting training while producing play. Develop stage presence, voice projection, movement and character development. $350 includes t-shirt and makeup kit for those registered by May 1.
Augusta State University Conservatory Program
Augusta State University, 2500 Walton Way. 706-731-7971. www.aug.edu/conservatoryprogram.
Call for fees and times.
Choral/Vocal Camp
June 9-13. Middle and high school students.
A focus on healthy singing, choral repertoire, musicianship, music fundamentals and All-State tryout materials.
Band Camp
June 16-20. Middle and high school students.
Work on challenging band repertoire as well as musicianship and instrumental skills. Also will include beginning guitar and piano, world drumming and jazz band.
Orchestra Camp
June 23-27. Rising middle school and high school string players, with at least a full year of orchestra experience or private lessons.
Orchestra playing, (two age-appropriate ensembles) chamber music and classes in music theory and history. Alternate activities include guitar for beginners, double bass for violinists, celtic fiddling and recorder.
Augusta Symphony
Contact: Sue Alexanderson 706-738-7527 or the Augusta Symphony at 706-826-4705.
2008 Collage: Creative Arts Camp
• May 27-30. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Grades K-5.
Augusta Jewish Community Center, 898 Weinberger Way, Evans.
•June 16-20, June 23-27. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Grades K-5. Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 402 Aumond Rd.
Learn percussion, woodwinds, strings, drama, weaving and dance. Each session of camp will have different art, music and movement focuses. $100.
Children’s Musical Theatre Ensemble
Email Mickey Lubeck at Lubeck5@juno.com.
Summer Theatre Workshops
May and June. Ages 5 and older.
Classes teach young actors basic theatre technique through dramatic exercises, theatre games, group singing and rehearsal experience for a final production.
Kids Theatre classes for children 5 and 6 years-old meet for an hour a week. The ensemble classes for older children are 90 minutes a week plus rehearsals. $40 registration fee. $145 for Kids Theatre, $245 for Ensemble Classes. Production date TBA.
Columbia County Ballet
639 Furys Ferry Rd. 706-860-1852 or Jessica@columbiacountyballet.com.
Princess Ballet Camps
June 16-20 or July 7-11, 10-11:15 a.m., ages 3-4.
June 23-27 or July 14-18, 10-11:15 a.m., ages 4-5.
June 16-20 or July 14-18, 10-11:15 a.m., ages 5-6. $75.
June 23-27, 10-11:30 a.m., ages 6-7. $90
July 7-11, 10-11:30 a.m., ages 8-10. $90.
This is a chance for your princess to come visit the Kingdom of Ballet and meet other princesses.
Hip-Hop Workshop for Boys Ages 8-10 and Beginner to Advanced with Pointe Ballet Classes
Instruction offered June 9-July 25.
Family Music of Augusta
Contact Kathleen at 706-955-7819 or familymusicofaugusta@comcast.net or visit http://home.comcast.net/~familymusicofaugusta.
My Musical World
Eight Tuesdays beginning May 27 at 10 a.m. Ages 0-2.
Parent and child will bounce, rock, sing, move and explore simple instruments and scarves. Emphasis on parent-child bonding and having fun. $65 plus $30 for materials.
Nimble and Quick
Eight Tuesdays beginning May 27 at 11 a.m. Ages 18 months to 5 years.
Nursery rhymes come to life for children and their parents. Includes lots of movement for the toddlers while challenging the 3-and-ups with language development. $65 plus $21 materials.
Music Makers Around the World: Amerindians
Eight Tuesdays beginning June 3 at 1:30 p.m. Ages 6-8.
Exploring the music of other cultures through singing, listening, instruments and creative movement. This particular session explores the music and culture of the Native Americans. $80 plus $26 materials.
Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art
706-722-5495.
Art Camps
Three one-week sessions June 9-27. 10 a.m.-noon at The Quest Church, Martinez.
Three one-week sessions July 7-25 at Ware’s Folly, 506 Telfair St.
Happy Habitat is the theme for the camp as students explore works of artists such as Henri Rousseau, Remedios Varo and Robert Rauschenberg. Classes focus on drawing, painting and sculpture.
Kindermusik of Augusta
Classes taught at St. John United Methodist Church, 736 Greene St. Contact Nichole Kuehl 706-855-5374. www.kindermusikofaugusta.com.
Peekaboo, I Love You!
June 9-13. 10-10:45 a.m. Newborn to 18 months. $80 before June 2, then $90.
Creatures at the Ocean
June 9-13. 11 a.m.-noon. June 16-20, 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. 18 months-3 1/2 years. $90 until June 2, then $100.
Our Kind of Day
June 16-20. 10-11 a.m. Newborn-6 years. $130 until June 2 for two children (third child is free). $140 if registered after June 2.
Reed Creek Park
3820 Park Lane, Martinez. 706-210-4027
Sounds and Senses: A Music and Nature Program
June 9-13 and Aug. 4-8. 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 5-7.
Music and nature create a natural partnership for children. Camp uses movement, songs and senses to creatively explore the natural world at the nature center. $125 per session.
University of South Carolina-Aiken
USCA Office of Continuing Education. 471 University Parkway. 803-641-3563, www.usca.edu/kidsincollege or email: lauraa@usca.edu. Facilities are available to eat a home-packed lunch. Call for tuition information.
Acting Up
July 28-Aug. 1. 1-4 p.m. Ages 6-9.
Gain confidence performing in front of others in this comfortable and encouraging environment.
Lights! Camera! Filmmaking!
July 7-11. 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 8-12.
Explore the basic steps in filmmaking. Hands-on activities in creating storyboards, sets, scripts, directing, sound effects, lighting, voice over and visual effects.
Theater Experience: On Stage
July 7-11. 1-4 p.m. Ages 10-13.
Join the cast and crew for a musical production. Learn the craft of theater including makeup, staging, acting, singing, dancing, costuming and scenery.
TV & Film Acting for Kids
July 14-18. 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 8-12.
Learn to project, use your space and learn how to “slate.” Experience seeing yourself and others on camera, learn about auditions and much more. Workshop is limited to 10 students.
Are We Famous Yet? Theatre Workshop
July 21-25. 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 10-14.
Play improvisation games, learn acting fundamentals and explore how to use your body as an acting instrument.
Paint Party
July 7-11. 1-4 p.m. Ages 6-9.
Learn about some of the world’s great painters, and learn the techniques and styles that made their work special. Use watercolor, tempera, poster paint and collage materials.
Artistic Sampler
July 7-11. 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 7-10.
Develop your own personal portfolio filled with work using a variety of mediums. Experiment with acrylics, watercolors, pastels and charcoals.
Just to Note! Music Basics
July 7-11. 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 9-12.
Learn to harmonize with your classmates while developing your singing voice. Explore musical notes and understand rhythm. Create your own stage routine and sing your heart out.
Theatre Production
July 14-18. 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 12 and up.
Acting, prop making and storytelling. Family and friends are invited to a short play presentation during the last 20 minutes of the final class.
Educational and Enrichment Camps
Augusta Jewish Community Center
898 Weinberger Way. 706-228-3636 or www.augustajcc.org. Before and after care available. Sack lunch available for $20 per week. Early registration and sibling discounts.
Cooking Camp
June 23-27 and July 28-Aug. 1. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 7-12.
Learn to cook an assortment of delicious new foods with local caterer and cooking teacher, Shirley Christie. $225.
Extreme Sports Science
July 21-25. 9 a.m-3 p.m. Ages 7-12.
Build a fitness kit complete with stethoscope and pedometer. Take a tour of the human body and discover the science behind keeping fit. $225.
Science Detective Camp
June 16-20. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 7-12.
Build your very own detective kit, complete with microscope, flashlight and Morse code door alarm. Explore magnets, phosphorescence, invisible ink and more. $225.
Augusta Museum of History
706-722-8454.
Beads, Barter, Blockage: History Camp 2008
June 16-20. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages 9-12.
Step back into the early days of trade and commerce. Make a trade sign, create trade beads out of clay, learn about wartime contraband and design your own money while learning the history of trade and commerce in the CSRA. $90 for Museum members, $100 for non-members.
Augusta Preparatory Day School
285 Flowing Wells Rd., Martinez. Visit www.augustaprep.org or call 706-863-6858.
Chess Camp
Register at www.chesscamp.com or call 888-65-CHESS.
June 16-20. 9 a.m.-noon, 1-4 p.m. or both. Ages 5-16. $245 for morning or afternoon session if paid by May 2, then $265, $390 for all-day session if paid before May 2, $410 after.
Video Game Creation Camp
Register at www.chesscamp.com or call 888-65-CHESS.
June 16-20. 9 a.m.-noon, 1-4 p.m. or both. Ages 8-16.
Design and program your own video game. $275 for the morning or afternoon session if paid by May 2, then $300. All-day is $410 by May 2 then $430.
LEGO Mindstorms RCS and NXT Robotics
Contact Cindy Walker at cwalker001Wknology.net.
July 22-25 from 12:30-3 p.m. or July 28-Aug. 1 from 1-3 p.m. $125 per session.
Middle School Grammar Review, Study Skills and Organizational Skills Courses
Contact Melody McRee at MelodyM@augustaprep.org or call 706-863-6858 ext. 210.
• English Grammar Review for Rising 6th Graders
July 21-Aug. 1. 9-9:55 a.m. $190.
• Study Skills for Rising 5th-8th Graders
July 21-25 or 28-Aug. 1. 10-10:55 a.m. $100.
•Organizational Skills for Rising 5th-8th Graders
July 21-25 or 28-Aug. 1. 11-11:55 a.m. $100
• English Grammar Review for Rising 7th and 8th Graders. July 21-Aug. 1. Noon-12:55 p.m. $190.
PSAT/SAT Prep
• Critical Reading/Writing Prep
Contact Aubrey Bryant at Aubrey.bryant@augustaprep.org or call 706-863-6858 ext. 352.
July 21-24 or 28-31. 1:30-3 p.m. $150
• PSAT/SAT Math Prep
Contact Rick Wells at Rick.Wells@augustaprep.org of call 706-863-6858 ext. 366.
July 21-24 or 28-31. 11-11:55 a.m. $120.
Middle School Math Camps
•Pre-Algebra for Rising 7th and 8th Graders
Contact Lisa Macuch at Lisa.Macuch@augustaprep.org or call 706-863-6858 ext. 339.
July 21-25 or 28-Aug. 1. 9-9:55 a.m. $100
High School Math Camps
Contact Rick Wells at Rick.Wells@augustaprep.org of call 706-863-6858 ext. 366.
• Algebra I Prep. July 21-Aug. 1. 8-8:55 a.m. $190.
• Algebra II Prep. July 21-Aug. 1. 9-9:55 a.m. $190.
•Geometry Prep. July 21-Aug. 1. 10-10:55 a.m. $190.
•Pre-Calculus Prep. July 21-25. 11-11:55 a.m. $100.
Augusta State University
Augusta State University, 2500 Walton Way. Contact Augusta State University Continuing Education at 706-737-1636 or email eschler@aug.edu. Call Continuing Ed or visit www.ced.aug.edu to download a brochure or to register.
SAT/ACT Quick Prep Review
Seven classes between Aug. 21 and Oct. 2, 6-7:30 p.m. to review reading and writing. Seven classes between Aug. 19 and Sept. 30. 6-7:30 p.m. to review math. Each session is $120 plus textbook.
Video Game Making Camp
July 7-11. 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. For pre-teens and teens who have completed 6th, 7th or 8th grade. $215.
Design and modify your own exciting arcade-style video games. Enrollment is limited.
Kids University
June 2-6 and 9-20, July 7-11 and 14-25. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Grades K-5.
Themed academic enrichment courses taught by experienced teachers with fun camp activities. Morning sessions, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., offer enrichment courses with the afternoon, 12:30-5 p.m., offering games, art, storytellers and a variety of other activities. Bring a sack lunch. Snacks provided. Before and after care available. $275 for all-day two-week sessions, $175 for half-day two-week sessions, $155 full-day one-week sessions, $95 half-day one-week sessions.
LEGO Engineering Camp: Wheels, Scales and Clocks
July 14-25. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. or 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Grades 2 and 3.
Build model projects and explore ways to modify and improve designs. Learn about gears, pulleys, axels and how to build machines that measure. $275 full-day, $175 half-day. Before and after care available. Bring a sack lunch.
LEGO Engineering Camp: Yachts to Windmills
June 2-6 and July 7-11. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. or 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Grades 4-5.
Build model projects and explore ways to improve and modify them while learning about gears, pulleys, axels and how to use energy to run machines. $155 full-day, $95 for half-day. Before and after care available. Bring a sack lunch. Snacks provided.
Video Game Making Camp
July 7-11. 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Grades 6-8.
Learn basic programming skills when you design and modify your own exciting arcade-style video games like PacMan. $215.
Who Wants to be a Billionaire?
July 14-18. 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Grades 6-8.
Learn about stocks, credit cards, mortgages and creating new consumer products. $95.
Beulah Grove Resource Center and Kingdom Kids Christian Academy
Beulah Grove Building of Opportunity. Call Lillie Williams or Jean Callaway at 706-722-4999. June 2-July 11. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. with free extended hours from 6-7:45 a.m. and 5-6 p.m. Grades K-8. Pay by May 16 and receive one week free. Pick up registration forms from Beulah Grove Resource Center.
Summer Explosion
An enrichment program that places students in their promoted grades where they are taught curruculum for the upcoming year by certified teachers. In the afternoons they will enjoy recreation, Spanish, drama, dance, art, music, computer science and field trips. Registration is $40 per child. $90 per week or $580 for the entire summer.
EdVenture Children’s Museum
211 Gervais St, Columbia. 803-779-3100 or info@edventure.org.
EdVenture Camps
June 2-Aug. 15. Morning camps 9 a.m.-noon. Full day 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages 3-12.
Twenty different camps focusing on a variety of subjects including cooking, art, acting, music and science. $110 for members for morning only camps, $130 for non-members. $220 for full day camps for members, $260 for non-members.
National Science Center’s Fort Discovery
One Seventh St. Call Elizabeth Corley at 706-821-0614
Registration by April 25: $125/members, $155/non-members. Second child same week: $115/members, $145/non-members. Registration deadline May 23. Registration after April 25: $150/member, $175/non-member. Second child same week: $135/member, $160/non-member. Campers may bring their own lunch or order from the Discovery Deli on the Levee. Before and after care available for an additional charge.
Science by Design
June 2-6. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Grades 2-3.
Complete hands-on challenges and test your solutions. Create your own super heroes, insects and animals. Invent and sell your favorite product.
Discover Whodunt?
June 2-6. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Grades 4-5.
Explore the world of forensic science. Sharpen observation skills as you explore a crime scene filled with mysterious clues.
RoboTech NXT
June 2-6. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Grades 6-8.
Work with the NeXT generation of LEGO Mindstorms to design, build and operate your team’s robot. Learn how to program you team’s robot to complete simple to complex challenges and follow instructions to make it through a maze.
Mission: Discovery Mars
June 16-20. 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Grades 2-3.
Why is Mars red? How much would you weigh on Mars? Find out the answers to these questions, plus design your own space suit and helmet and build a space vehicle. Make goop and a rubber ball.
Space and Rocketry
June 16-20. 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Grades 4-5.
Young space adventurers will enjoy an exciting week planning a colony on Mars. Campers will design, build and test different rockets and space-related machines critical to the mission.
The Fast Track
June 16-20. 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Grades 6-8.
Push the limits of speed and power as you experiment with and race remote-controlled cars. Team-based challenges to advance to the winner’s circle. You never knew math and science could be so much fun.
Dinosaurs
July 21-25. 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Grades 2-3.
Go back in time over a hundred million years and see what it was like when dinosaurs roamed the Earth. Make mock fossils and learn about dinosaur families.
Jump On the Fast Track
July 21-25. 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Grades 4-5.
Race remote-controlled cars. Work as a team, just like pit crews, to figure out how to make your car achieve the best run.
Roller Coasters in Motion
July 21-25. 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Grades 6-8.
Explore Newton’s Laws of Motion as you discover the science behind amusement park rides. Build K’Nex roller coaster models. Plus design and build your own theme park ride with assorted materials.
Camp Invention
July 7-11. Details on Camp Invention are on the Camp Invention website www.campinvention.org or by calling 800-968-4332. Campers experience five days of creative problem solving as they take on the roles of inventors, designers and engineers in the Create program.
Oxford Learning Center
Call 706-650-2225 or logon at www.oxfordlearning.com. 4536 Washington Rd, Suite 4, Eagle Point Shopping Center, Evans.
Little Readers Summer Camp
June 2-Aug. 8. Ages 3-5. 2 1/2 hours, 2-5 days a week
Individualized programs in reading, writing, math, art, music, science and Spanish. $50 for registration and materials, nonrefundable. Two times a week, $180.00 per month, three times a week, $230 per month, four times a week, $280 per month, five times a week, $330 per month
SAT Prep
Through Aug. 8. Grades 9-12. Individualized scheduling and frequency.
Preparation for the Scholastic Aptitude Test. Free mock SAT. Special summer package: Buy 25 hours, get 5 free.
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
500 Wildlife Pkwy., Columbia, S.C. 803-779-8717 ext. 1799 or www.riverbanks.org.
Sprout Camp
Eight sessions beginning June 9. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Monday-Wednesday. Ages 3-4, accompanied by a parent.
Explores the interaction of plants and animals and guides children through the joy of gardening. $80 for Riverbanks members/$110 for non-members.
KinderCamp
Eight sessions beginning June 9. 8:30 a.m.-noon. Ages 4-5.
Hands-on activities, animal encounters, exciting zoo walkabouts, scavenger hunts, arts and crafts and games. $110 members/$169 non-members.
Wild Weeks
Eight one-week sessions beginning June 9. 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 6-11.
Learn about the wildlife at Riverbanks Zoo through crafts, games, keeper talks and live animal encounters. $175 members/$234 non-members.
Adventure Camp
Six one-week sessions. 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 12-14.
Travel to various sites in Columbia for adventures. Learn about exhibit design, animal enrichment and animal husbandry at the zoo. Participate in behind-the-scenes tours and design an animal exhibit. $250 for members/$309 non-members.
Southeastern Natural Sciences Academy
706-828-2109 or visit their website at www.naturalsciencesacademy.org.
Eco-Camp Swamp Adventures
June 16-20. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Grades 4-6.
Explore the watershed with fun activities relating to animal habitats, wetland values, water quality and more. $125 for Southeastern Natural Sciences Academy members or $150 for non-members. Registration deadline is June 11.
University of South Carolina-Aiken
USCA Office of Continuing Education. 471 University Parkway, Box 20, Aiken, SC 29801. 803-641-3563, www.usca.edu/kidsincollege or email lauraa@usca.edu. Facilities are available to eat a home-packed lunch. Call for tuition information.
Camp Invention
Camp will be held at Ruth Patrick Science Education Center. Call 800-968-4332 or logon at www.campinvention.org to register.
June 23-27. 9 a.m-3:30 p.m. Grades 1-6.
Activities enhance creativity and science literacy. Explore Mars, renovate an art museum’s sculpture garden and help “green up” a polluted town. $205.
Early Reading
June 23-27. 1-4 p.m. Ages 6-8.
Does your student already know the alphabet and the letter sounds? Take the next steps toward developing strong reading and vocabulary skills.
Reading Comprehension
Aug. 4-7. 1-4 p.m. Ages 8-12.
This non-tutorial based program introduces students to the enjoyment of reading and improves comprehension.
Basics of Math
July 21-25. 1-4 p.m. Ages 6-9.
Struggling with addition and subtraction or other fundamental concepts of math? Focus on the basics of early math, including sorting and classifying, addition and subtraction, number families, word problems, geometry, money skills, telling time, measurements and beginning fractions.
Brush Up On Math
Aug. 4-7. 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 8-12.
Sharpen math skills with the following concepts: multiplication, short and long division, number families, problems with regrouping and remainders, word problems, roman numerals, fractions, equations, averaging, money, geometry and measurements.
Pre-Algebra/Algebra I Skills
Aug. 4-7. 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 11 and up.
Improve your understanding of algebra concepts. A review of prime factorization, fractions, decimals, percentages, proportions, equations, factoring and ratios will be provided.
Spanish–Vamanos!
June 23-27. 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 8-12.
This workshop will cover the Spanish alphabet and phonetic skills, as well as basic words, phrases and correct pronunciation. Vamanos!
Study Skills–Middle School
Aug. 4-7. 1-4 p.m. Grades 6-8.
Learn to succeed in middle school. Enhance study skills such as listening and following directions, problem solving, organization, memorization, test taking, reading and comprehension, prioritizing and note taking.
Study Skills–High School
Aug. 4-7. 9 a.m.-noon. Grades 9-12.
Introduces high school students to smart and effective study habits in order to excel academically.
New S.A.T. Preparation
Aug. 4-7. 1-4 p.m. Grades 9-12.
Be prepared for the NEW Scholastic Aptitude Test (S.A.T.) in this intensive review. This 23-hour workshop will help students improve S.A.T. test scores. The registration fee includes two simulated S.A.T. tests, pre-test evaluation, textbook and test materials.
Junior LEGO Engineering 1
June 23-27. 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 5-7
Using LEGO Educational Division Materials and LEGO Technic elements, children will learn by doing. This is an integrated science and math class and is the first class leading up to the Robotics Academy.
Junior LEGO Engineering 2
July 7-11. 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 5-7
More hands-on learning and building of projects of slightly higher complexity using gears and motors. A must for students who enjoyed Junior Engineering 1. No prerequisite for this class.
Junior LEGO Vehicles
July 14-18. 1-4 p.m. Ages 5-7
Build 14 different vehicles, some of which haven’t been invented in the “real” world, yet!
Elementary LEGO Engineering 1
June 23-27, 1-4 p.m. Ages 8 and up.
Covers gears, levers, wheels, axles, structures, forces and simple machines. Leads up to the Robotics Academy.
LEGO Vehicles
July 7-11. 1-4 p.m. Ages 8 and up.
Build 13 different vehicles plus a final project. Some of these vehicles haven’t even been invented in the “real” world, yet!
LEGO Battle Bots
July 28-Aug. 1. 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 8 and up.
Learn to design and build motorized battle cars and other vehicles. Demonstrates the use of mechanical lifts, nets, drills and ramps to disable or overcome other bots.
Robotics Academy
July 28-Aug. 1. 1-4 p.m. Students should have completed Elementary LEGO Engineering 1 or be at least 10 years of age.
Build a robot that is only limited to your imagination and program it through wireless communication with software on a computer.
Crazy Science
July 7-11. 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 6-9.
Students will be amazed as they have FUN with chemistry in this exciting summer camp.
Life and Earth Science
July 21-25. 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 6-9.
Learn about the human body and five senses, planets in our solar system, plant life, insects, animals, and their environment. Class size limited to 10 so early registration is encouraged. Note: Dress for a mess!
Mad Scientist Training
July 21-25. 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 9-12.
Drop feathers, hammers and watermelons in a quest to understand gravity. Build a boat to investigate buoyancy. Learn about blood and how our basic bodily functions work. Observe chemical reactions that produce smoke, fire and explosions.
CSI Chemistry
July 14-18. 1-4 p.m. Ages 9-13.
Mrs. Snodgrass’ prize winning pet has been “dog napped!” Become forensic lab assistants and use chemistry to solve the crime while learning the chemical principles behind investigative techniques and applying them to other problems.
Storm Trackers
July 21-25. 1-4 p.m. Ages 10-14.
Study weather maps and symbols. Conduct hands-on experiments for air pressure, precipitation and humidity. Use computers to observe satellite imagery for forecasting, cloud formation and content.
Myth Busters
July 28-Aug. 1. 1-4 p.m. Grades 9–12.
Fans of the Discovery Channel’s popular and exciting show MythBusters will learn how to separate truth from urban legend by using science to show you what is fact.
Computer Wizardry
July 14-18. 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 6-10.
Design a web page, create a Power Point demonstration and manipulate digital photographs.
Adventures in GPS
July 14-18. 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 9-13.
Learn to use a hand-held Global Positioning System. Search for hidden caches and leave replacement valuables for the next adventures.
Ingenious Engineering
July 7-11. 1-4 p.m. Ages 9-13.
An introduction to the basic principles of engineering in a college laboratory setting. Design, build and test hands-on projects. Class size is limited to 10 students.
Keyboarding 101
July 28-Aug. 1. 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 11 and up.
Learn the basic skills of typing, using games and fun exercises. Note: Bring a set of head phones to each class (as used for CD player, with a long cord).
Video Production
July 28-Aug. 1. 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 12-15.
Work in small groups to produce a video. Learn terminology, basic camera work and editing techniques.
“Electric” Electricity
July 21-25. 1-4 p.m. Ages 12 and up.
Learn the basics of electricity, electrical safety and how to wire a circuit to have a light turn on. Class size is limited to 10 students.
Webmaster I
July 21-25. 1-4 p.m. Ages 12 and up.
Create a website and develop hyperlinks and insert graphics within the page. Work with page and text formatting tools. Create bulleted/numbered lists and basic tables. Work with a digital camera and scanner to create graphics.
Webmaster II
July 28-Aug. 1. 1-4 p.m. Ages 12 and up.
Create an advanced website and discover how to troubleshoot hyperlink web pages. Insert advanced components into web pages including counters, hover buttons, search form, sounds and video. Create and maintain a web site blog.
United Hospice Foundation
www.unitedhospicefoundation.org • 1-800-956-5354.
Camp Cocoon
August 1 – 3. Camp Cocoon is a Weekend Grief/Bereavement Camp for children ages 5 – 17. Camp is for children who have suffered the loss of a parent, sibling or other close relative. The only cost is registration of $25, but sponsors are available to cover this for those unable to afford. For more information go to www.unitedhospicefoundation.org <http://www.unitedhospicefoundation.org> or call 1-800-956-5354. Registration Deadline is July 21st.
A Child’s World
Call 706-737-2688 or logon at www.acwchildcare.com. Ten locations throughout the CSRA. Weekly sessions from May 26-Aug. 8. Ages 5-12. Hours vary by location.
A summer full of fun activities including field trips, cooking, themed activities and much more. Call for pricing.
Aiken County Parks,
Recreation and Tourism
Summer Adventures
H. Odell Weeks Center, Whiskey Road, Aiken. 803-642-7631.
June 9-Aug. 15. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 5-12.
Swimming, arts and crafts, sports, field trips and games. Before and after care available. Registration opens 8 a.m. April 1. $100 per session. Out-of-city residents without a recreation membership must pay an additional $35 per child, per session. Bring a sack lunch.
Day Camp
Held at the Recreation Center in Graniteville. Call Tandra Cooks or Brian Pryer at 803-663-6142.
Two-week sessions June 9-20, 23-July 3, July 7-18, 21-Aug. 1 and Aug 4-8 (one week). 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Ages 6-12. Breakfast, lunch and snack included.
Each session has a unique theme and with an option for swim instruction. $75 per child for two-week session. $110 per two-week session for day camp/swimming lesson combo. Multiple child discount available.
Coca-Cola Kids Camps
Registration begins May 14. Call 803-642-7559 to register. Enrollment is limited to the first 30 children registered. Camps are free and registration is accepted on a first come basis.
• Nature-Based Adventure. June 9-13. Aiken State Natural Area.
• Exploration and Science. June 16-20. Roy Warner Park.
• Naturalist and Environmental. June 23-27. Silver Bluff Audobon.
• Science and Adventure. July 7-11. Aiken County Sheriff’s Office.
• Historical Exploration. July 14-18. Aiken County Historical Museum.
• Nature Exploration and Adventure. July 21-25. Bishop Gravatt Center.
• Exploration and Water Adventure. July 28-Aug. 1. Langley Pond Park.
• Exploration and Adventure. Aug. 4-8. Aiken County Library.
Aiken Preparatory School
619 Barnwell Ave., N.W., Aiken. Call Denise Housman. 803-649-4110.
Simply Summer Day Camp
Weeklong sessions from June 9-27 and July 7-Aug. 8. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Kindergarten-5th grade.
Activity-based camp. Also available are special interest camps focusing on karate, swimming, tennis, computers, studio art and music. $140 per week. Bring lunch. Extended care available.
Augusta Jewish Community Center
898 Weinberger Way. 706-228-3636 or www.augustajcc.org. Before and after care available. Sack lunch available for $20 per week. Early registration and sibling discounts.
Day Camp
One week camps May 27-Aug. 8. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Short day camp available for 3-4 year-olds from 9 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Each week has a different theme with a variety of activities. Themes include snow in Georgia week, storytelling, karaoke and splish splash. $225.
Try It Camps
Special four-day sessions held May 27-30, June 10-13 and June 30-July 3.
Themes include art, canoeing and salute to America. $130 per session.
Augusta Preparatory Day School
285 Flowing Wells Rd., Martinez. Visit www.augustaprep.org for information and downloadable forms. 706-863-6858 extension 379.
Day Camps
June 9-13, 16-20 and 23-27, July 21-25 and 28-Aug. 1. Ants Camp for 4 year olds, 9 a.m.-noon. Full day camp for 5-12 year olds, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Counselor in Training, ages 13-14, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $100 half day, $185 full day and $100 CIT per session. Extended day is available for additional fees.
A variety of activities with a new fun theme each session. Younger children will explore gardening, music, art and more, while 7-12 year olds will participate in archery, cooking, art and computers. Campers 5 and older will enjoy cool downs on Thursdays at the Family Y Swim Park.
Augusta Recreation and Parks Department
706-796-5025. June 2-Aug. 1. (No camp June 30-July 4). 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 5-12.
Offers activities including games, sports, arts and crafts, field trips and swimming at the Department’s swimming pools. Registration begins April 3. $75 for two weeks. 13 locations offer camp. Before and after care available at some locations.
Boys and Girls Clubs of Augusta
Call 706-312-2200. Administrative offices: E.W. Hagler Unit, 1903 Division St. 706-738-2697. Dogwood Terrace Unit: 747 15th Ave. 706-737-3554. Thomson Unit: 221 Pecan Ave., Thomson 706-595-7477. Logon at www.bgcaugusta.org.
June 1-Aug. 1 except July 4. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Educational and computer learning, games, arts and crafts and outdoor fun. Themes include Riding My Harley Along Route 66, James Brown Music and Flying with the Wright Brothers. $250 if registered by May 16, then $300.
Columbia County Recreation Department
Contact Robby Kiser at 706-868-3458.
CCRD Camp Horizon Summer Day Camp
Sessions run from May 27-Aug. 1. Ages 6-12.
A wide variety of recreational activities including water programs, arts and crafts, sports and games. $85 per week.
Episcopal Day School
2248 Walton Way. Call Julie Kneuker 706-733-1192 or jkneuker@edsaugusta.com.
Elementary School Day Camps
One week sessions June 23-27 and July 7-Aug. 1. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Grades 1-5.
Each age group rotates through three classes each day. Classes include arts, sports and computers. Bring sack lunch. $175 per session.
Preschool Camps
One week sessions June 23-27 and July 7-Aug. 1. Rising 3s-kindergarten. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. $125.
The Family Y
706-359-2153 or www.thefamilyy.org. Financial assistance is available for all Family Y programs. Call for camp times and fees.
Camp Lakeside
One-week sessions May 27-Aug. 8.
Traditional day camp with canoeing, swimming, archery, games and arts and crafts.
Summer Day Camps
Weekly sessions May 26-Aug. 8.
A variety of traditional, sports and special interest day camps at locations throughout the CSRA. Camps include drama, sports, soccer and micro soccer, aquatics, cheer and dance and gymnastics. Check out their website for full listings or visit any branch of The Family Y.
Leader in Training Camp
Weekly sessions May 27-Aug. 8. Ages 13-17.
Develop leadership skills through the medium of child care. Provides team-building, character development and aspects of being a camp counselor. A two-week resident camp with weekends at home. Participants are selected based on an application and interview.
Teen Leadership Camp
Weekly sessions May 27-Aug. 8. Ages 13-17.
Relationship building, teamwork, leadership skills taught through weekly challenges, task completion and service project.
Resident Camp
Ages 7-12. Call for dates and fees.
One-week resident camps at Camp Lakeside in Lincolnton. Camp is coed and age-specific. A safe, fun, exciting way to have a real summer camp experience. Call Camp Lakeside at 706-359-2153, log on at www.thefamilyy.org or visit any branch of The Family Y to pick up a brochure.
Lucy Laney Museum of Black History
1116 Phillips St. 706-724-3576.
Day Camp
June 2-27. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Ages 6-16.
Culture, history and leadership are the main themes in the Museum’s summer enrichment program. Each week, there will be a different focus that seeks to integrate the themes. Space limited to 75 children.
MACH Academy
850 Chester St. Contact Betty Jones at 706-796-5046 or email mparks37@comcast.net.
Reach for the Stars Camp
June 9-27 and July 7-25. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages 5-16.
Designed to enhance personal growth and promote positive lifestyles. Career exploration, computer literacy, fitness activities, hands-on science, math and creative writing projects, field trips, nutrition and healthy eating and tennis instruction. $75 per session. Limited scholarships available. Lunch included.
North Augusta Parks, Recreation and Leisure Services Department
803-441-4311 or 803-441-4308 or email mtoole@northaugusta.net.
Adventure Camp 2008
June 9-July 11. (No camp July 4.) 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Grades 1-6.
Activities will include arts and crafts, water slides, field trips, nature hikes, skits, games and more. $75 before May 9, then $85. Before and after care available.
Aquinas High School
1920 Highland Ave. Call Bill Tenore at 706-736-5516 or btenore@aquinashigh.org.
All camps grades 5-8.
• Basketball Camp. June 2-6. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. $100.
• Baseball Camp. June 9-12. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., $100.
• Cheerleading Camp. June 23-26, 8:30-11:30 a.m., $100.
•Soccer Camp. July 7-11, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. $115.
•Football Camp(under the lights). July 23, 6-9 p.m. Free.
•Volleyball Camp. TBA.
Augusta Jewish Community Center
898 Weinberger Way. 706-228-3636 or www.augustajcc.org. Early registration and sibling discounts available. Before and after care available. Sack lunch available for $20 a week. Sibling and multiple week discounts.
Archery Camp
June 2-6 and 16-20. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 5-12.
Archery for girls and boys. Safety is a primary focus. $225.
Basketball Camp
June 16-20 and July 14-18. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 5-10.
Focus on the fundamentals of the game. $225.
Fencing
June 16-20. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 8-12.
Join Rudy Volkman for basic footwork, handwork and distance control. Equipment provided. $225.
Golf Camp
July 7-11. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 5-10. July 28-Aug. 1. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 7-12.
Learn the fundamentals of golf. Equipment included. $225.
Gymnastics
July 7-11 and 28-Aug. 1. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 5-10 (beginning levels).
Flip over this summer’s gymnastics camp with quality instruction and extreme fun. $225.
Soccer Camp
June 23-27 and July 14-18. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 5-10.
An introduction to the world of soccer. Fun drills offer lots of skills practice. $225.
Taekwondo
June 2-6 and July 14-18. 9 a.m-3 p.m. Ages 5-12.
Multi-training for fitness, fun, respect and discipline. Taught by Terry Newton. $225.
Tennis Camp
June 2-6. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. for ages 5-10. July 21-25, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. for ages 7-12.
Intensive week of tennis instruction. Equipment provided. $225.
Augusta Preparatory Day School
285 Flowing Wells Rd., Martinez. Visit www.augustaprep.org for information and downloadable forms or call 706-863-6858 extension 379.
Girls Volleyball
Contact Rich Bland at Rich.Bland@augustaprep.org or call 706-414-6145.
• Session 1: Pass/Set/Hit. June 5-6. 9 a.m.-noon. Rising 5th-8th graders. Registration forms and fees are due by June 2. $50.
• Session II: All Skills Camp. June 23-27. 1-4 p.m. Rising 9th-12th graders. Registration forms and fees are due by June 19. $120.
Basketball
Contact Mike Guthrie at mikeg@augustaprep.org or call 706-863-6858 ext. 388.
• Girls grades 5-9. June 9-13. 9 a.m.-noon. $100.
• Boys grades 5-9. June 9-13. 1-4 p.m. $100.
Total Soccer Academy
Contact Forrest Winberly at Forrest.Wimberly@augustaprep.org or 706-825-2345.
June 16-20. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Boys and girls grades 3-8.
Mornings outside on the soccer field and afternoons in the Boardman Gym for indoor soccer. Bring a sack lunch, drink, cleats and non-scuff shoes. $160 includes t-shirt.
Tennis
Contact Chris Dickson at Chrisdickson@augustaprep.org or 706-799-0758.
June 17-20. 9 a.m.-noon at the APDS Nalley Tennis Center. Boys and girls grades 2-6. $100.
Baseball
Contact Ike Isaac at Cornelia.Isaac@augustaprep.org.
July 21-25 or July 28-Aug. 1. 9 a.m.-noon at the APDS Baseball Field. Boys and girls grades 1-6. Both sessions are identical all-skills camps. $100 per session.
Episcopal Day School
Call Julie Kneuker 706-733-1192 or email jkneuker@edsaugusta.com.
Sports camps will be held this summer but details were unavailable at press time.
The First Tee
3165 Damascus Rd. 706-364-4653 or 706-364-4654. Bring a lunch or money to purchase lunch.
Beginner Golf Camp
June 3-6 and July 8-11. 8:30 a.m.-noon. Beginner junior golfers ages 8-17.
Golf basics including swing, grip, stance and alignment. Play a few holes on the course and work on putting, chipping, pitching and full swings. $50 for members, $75 non-members.
Girls Golf Camp
June 19-22 and July 15-18. 8:30 a.m.-noon. Girls ages 8-17.
Open to girls of all skill levels. Covers rules, etiquette and golf mechanics. Daily activities and a six-hole competition on the final day. $50 for members, $75 for non-members.
Intermediate and Advanced Level Golf Camp
July 22-25. 8:30 a.m.-noon. Ages 8-17.
Intermediate golfers will focus on proper form and practice techniques and developing a pre-shot routine. Play on the course and have a six-hole competition the final day.
Advanced golfers will focus on types of shots and when and how to hit them. Bunker shots, high and low shots and having the correct swing and follow through. Play on the golf course and be tested in different situations. Six-hole competition the final day. $50 for members, $75 for non-members.
Gymnastics Gold
124 Cedar Lane, Martinez. Call 706-650-2111 or visit www.gymnasticsgold.com.
Camp Flip Flop
May 27- Aug. 8 for ages 4-13. These sessions can be booked by the day or by the week. Preschool Camp June 9-13, July 14-18 and 28-Aug. 1 for ges 3-5 from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Activities for children of all ages including gymnastics, arts and crafts, movies, games and more.
MACH Academy
1850 Chester St. Betty Jones 706-796-5046 or mparks@comcast.net.
High Performance Tennis Program
Mondays and Tuesdays in June and July. 6-8 p.m. Ages 6-18.
Focuses on individual player development. $50 per week.
Tennis Camp
June 9-27 and July 7-25. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 6-18.
Focuses on challenging all levels of players and will include fundamentals in group sessions, drills and competitive matches. $100 per person. Limited scholarships available. Lunch is included.
Fort Gordon’s Hilltop Riding Stables
706-791-4864.
Horse Camp
One week camps. May 27-Aug. 8. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Ages 7-13. Reservations must be made in person at Fort Gordon’s Hilltop Riding Stables.
Groom, saddle and bridle horses and gain experience in arena riding as well as trail riding. $175 for military, Department of Defense or retired military. Must have valid ID. $200 per week non-military. Short week of May 27-30. $140 for military, Department of Defense or retired military. $160 for non-military.
North Augusta Parks, Recreation and Leisure Services
803-441-4311 or www.northaugusta.net. Call for camp times and fees.
• Junior Jacket Softball Camp. June 9-13.
• Junior Jacket Basketball Camp. June 9-13:
• Cross Training Basketball Camp. June 16-20.
• Cross Training Soccer Camp. June 16-20.
• Cheerleading Camp. June 23-27.
• Antonio Grant Basketball Camp. June 23-27.
• North Augusta Football Camp. June 23-27.
• Challenger Sports British Soccer Camps. June 23-27.
• Junior Jacket Baseball Camp. June 23-27.
• Clint Bryant Basketball Camp. July 21-25.
Petersburg Racquet Club
421 The Pass, Martinez. 706-860-9288 or visit www.prctennis.com. May 26-30, June 2-6, 9-13, 16-20 and 23-27, July 7-11, 14-18, 21-25 and 28-Aug. 1.
Tennis and Swim Camp
Daily tennis clinics with fun time in the pool afterwards. $115 per week or $25 per day. Pee Wee campers Monday, Wednesday and Friday, $30 per week.
University of South Carolina-Aiken
USCA Office of Continuing Education. 471 University Parkway. 803-641-3563, www.usca.edu/kidsincollege or email lauraa@usca.edu. Facilities are available to eat a home-packed lunch. Call for tuition information.
Sports Jam Junior Holiday
July 28-Aug. 1. 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 6-8.
Outdoor physical activities in a non-competitive atmosphere. Traditional games with a new twist.
Survivor: USC-Aiken
July 7-11. 1-4 p.m. Ages 6-9.
Divide into teams and “compete” with one another on challenges and games.
Secret Agents
June 23-27. 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 6-9.
Gather secret information, make contact with other spies and pass along top-secret information.
Boot Camp
For Girls Only: July 14-18. 1-4 p.m. Ages 8-12.
For Boys Only: July 14-18. 1-4 p.m. Ages 8-12.
Cardiovascular and strength machines, indoor cycling, speed and agility drills, core training and outdoor games.
Cardio Kick-Boxing
July 21-25. 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 10-16.
This total-body cardio workout combines aerobic and anaerobic levels of activity, boxing movement, and conditioning exercises to increase flexibility, strength, balance and cardiovascular endurance. Note: Wear comfortable clothing, tennis shoes and bring a bottle of water. Cardio Kick-Boxing is not a martial arts workshop.
Girl Scout Camps
Camp Tanglewood, in Columbia County, is an ACA-accredited camp providing day and residential camps facilitated by highly qualified staff. For girls ages 6-17. Girl Scouts, CSRC, 1325 Greene St., Augusta GA 30901. Call 706-774-0505 for fees and a full brochure of listings or email mhutto@girlscoutscsra.org.
Brownie Camps: Girls entering grades 2-3.
Pony Tails
June 2-6 day camp, June 15-20 resident camp.
For the young horse lover. Learn safety rules, horse management and how to feed and saddle a horse while earning the Pony Tails try-it. Note: Long pants and boots with at least a 1/2-inch heel required.
Ready, Set, Go!
June 2-6 day camp.
A sampler of camp activities and work on Brownie Camping and Girl Scout Ways try-its.
Up, Up and Away
June 8-13 resident camp.
Why do stars twinkle? Answer this question and more as you explore the solar system and learn about space travel while working on your Space Explorer try-it.
Splish Splash
June 8-13 resident camp.
Swim in the pool, go creek stomping and snoop in a stream and two ponds while working on your Earth Is Our Home and Water Everywhere try-its.
Wildlife Wonders
June 15-20 resident camp.
Take a closer look at the water, plants and animal habitats while working on your Wildlife and Eco-Explorer try-its.
Tanglewood’s Got Talent: Princesses on Parade
June 22-27 resident camp.
Prepare scenes, costumes and perform in a play for the entire camp while you work on your Let’s Pretend and Puppets, Dolls and Plays try-its.
Junior Camps: Girls entering grade 4-5.
Surf’s Up
June 2-6 day camp.
Swim, creek stomp and canoe and work on the Swimming and Eco-Action badges.
Talley Ho!
June 8-13 resident camp.
Five two-hour sessions including barn instruction and horseback riding during your camp stay. Feed and tack your own horse, learn safety rules and advance at your own pace.
GS Pioneers Then and Now
June 15-20 resident camp.
Experience camp as it would have been for the pioneers of Girl Scouts while working on your Toy Maker and Yarn and Fabric Arts badges.
Creek Stompin’
June 15-20 resident camp.
Explore streams and ponds from the bank or a canoe to learn about plant and animal life in and around the waterways. Work on your Plants and Animals and Eco-Action badges.
Tanglewood’s Got Talent: Juniors Got Cheetah Style
June 22-27 resident camp.
Traditional camp activities while working towards a stage production that includes scene and costume preparations and a performance before the entire camp.
Cadette Senior Camps: Girls entering grades 6-12.
Adventure Alley
June 2-6 day camp.
Explore the Ropes Course, canoeing and archery while working on your High Adventure and Orienteering IPP’s.
Media Madness
June 8-13 resident camp.
Learn what it takes to put out your own magazine or small video production while working on your Desktop Publishing and From A-V IPP’s.
Smooth Sailing
June 8-13 resident camp.
Extensive training in canoeing while enjoying all the traditional camp activities, archery and the Low Ropes Challenge Course.
To Infinity and Beyond
June 15-20 resident cmp
Take a look at the rings of Saturn and the “Man on the Moon” through telescopes while working on your Space Exploration and Planet Power IPP’s.
Tanglewood’s Got Talent: High School Musical 2 and You
June 22-27 resident camp.
Prepare scenes, costumes and perform in a play for the entire camp while enjoying traditional camp activities and working on your Performing Arts and Once Upon a Story IPP’s.
Blazing Saddles
June 22-27 resident camp.
Experienced riders will learn beginner jumping fundamentals and work on trotting, drill team maneuvers and more. Enjoy traditional camp activities, too.
Leadership Camp: Girls entering grades 7-12.
Program Aide
June 2-6 day camp.
Ten hours of training and perform part of your 25 hours of service working with girls in one of the camp units. Work on your PA pin and patch. Prepares you to become a Leader in Training or Counselor in Training when you are a Senior Girl Scout.
Cadette/Senior Leadership Camp
June 8-13 resident camp.
Become a more efficient leader while learning about leadership styles and putting them into practice. All while enjoying traditional camp activities and working towards your Leadership Award.
CIT Program: Girls entering grades 11 and 12.
CIT I and CIT II
June 22-27 resident camp.
Girls entering 11th grade will learn skills needed to become camp counselors in CIT I. Girls entering 12th grade who have completed CIT I will provide special leadership training in CIT II in areas such as horseback riding, canoeing, archery, swimming or facilitating the low ropes course while working on their CIT II pin/patch.