Southwest Ohio Summer Camp Guide 2023

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SW OHIO PARENT’S 2023

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GUIDE

DAY CAMPS · OVERNIGHT CAMPS · SUMMER PROGRAMS

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CONTENTS

CAMP-A-PALOOZA AT KIDS FIRST SPORTS CENTER

CAMP ART ACADEMY

CAMP AT THE J

CINCINNATI HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY’S SUMMERFLIGHT CAMPS

MIAMI UNIVERSITY REGIONALS’ E-CAMPUS STEAM STUDIO

MUSEUM CAMPS AT THE CINCINNATI MUSEUM CENTER

OHIO SPORTS ACADEMY SNAPOLOGY OF WEST CHESTER

CINCINNATI PLAYHOUSE IN THE PARK SUMMER THEATRE CAMPS AND PERFORMANCE ACADEMY

CODE NINJAS ANDERSON TOWNSHIP

DAYTON LIVE CREATIVE ACADEMY SUMMER CAMPS

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ENSEMBLE THEATRE CINCINNATI

FALCON CAMP

GIRL SCOUTS OF WESTERN OHIO

GREENE COUNTY PARKS & TRAILS

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SUMMIT SUMMER @ SUMMIT COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL

TAFT MUSEUM OF ART’S SUMMER ART CAMPS

THE LOST ART, SUMMER ENRICHMENT ETIQUETTE CAMP

THE CHILDREN’S THEATRE OF CINCINNATI CAMPS

THEATRE SUMMER CAMP WITH CINCINNATI SHAKESPEARE COMPANY

YMCA OF GREATER CINCINNATI SUMMER CAMPS

YMCA OF GREATER DAYTON DAY CAMPS

CAMP-A-PALOOZA AT KIDS FIRST SPORTS CENTER

7900 East Kemper Road, Cincinnati, OH 45249, Contact: Julie Halusek, Email: campinfo@ kidsfirstsports.com, Phone: (513) 489-7575 kidsfirstsports.com

Dates: May 30-August 18, 2023

Hours: 7am-6pm

Ages: 5-15 years of age

Gender of Campers: Co-ed

Activities: Swimming, Gymnastics, dance, soccer, tumbling, trampoline, Ninja, arts and crafts, gardening

Type: Day, Sports, Traditional

CAMP-A-PALOOZA is Greater Cincinnati’s most talked about summer camp experience! Why? Four words: Kids First Sports Center…108,000 square feet of kids sports heaven! Every day is a themed, non–stop, in and outdoor adventure. From morning drop–off to evening pick–up, you’ll experience crafts, talent shows, water slides, sports instruction, science experiments, agricultural projects and more!

painting, and printmaking, while in the afternoon, students explore sculpting, constructing, and installation art and explore influential artists. In Summer 2023, students have discovered a mysterious time machine traveling them through time to explore exciting artistic movements. From ancient art to the future, students will travel across the world and through time while creating portfolios of art.

CAMP AT THE J

8485 Ridge Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45236, Contact: Lauren Smyjunas, Phone: (513) 722-7245, Email: daycamp@mayersonjcc.org

MayersonJCC.org/Camp

Dates: June 12 - August 11, 2023

Hours: 9:30am - 3:30pm *Extended Care Available

Grades: K - 10

Gender of Campers: Co-ed

Type: Adventure/Tripping, Arts, Day, FaithBased, Special Needs, Sports, Summer Fun, Traditional, Wilderness

CAMP ART ACADEMY

1212 Jackson St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, Phone: (513) 562-8762

artacademy.edu/office-of-engagement/ community-education/camp-art-academy

Dates: June 5th-July 28th, 2023; Each week features different themes; check website for more details

Ages: 5-8 and 9-13 years

Gender of Campers: Co-ed Type: Day, Arts

At Camp Art Academy, students receive an award-winning arts education experience while exploring their creativity and making new friends within a diverse and inclusive community. Camp Art Academy balances technical instruction with freedom of self-expression. In the morning, students practice drawing,

At Camp at the J, kids can experience the best of summer. From swimming and archery to arts & crafts, camp values and color wars, and much more, kids will create memories and form friendships to last a lifetime. Give your child a summer to remember at Camp at the J! Camp at the J was a 2022 Best of Parenting poll finalist.

CINCINNATI HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY’S SUMMERFLIGHT CAMPS

8283 East Kemper Road, Cincinnati, OH 45249, Contact: Jennifer Murphy, Email: jennifer.murphy@ chca-oh.org, Phone: (513) 706-7019

chca-oh.org/Summer

Dates: Summer Months June – August Hours: Varies

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Ages: K – 12

Gender of Campers: Co-Ed, with the exception of select Athletic Camps

Type: Day, Traditional, Arts, Academic, Sports

CHCA’s SummerFlight program exists to advance CHCA’s mission through a robust selection of camp offerings that enable students to learn, lead, and serve during summer months. Welcoming both CHCA & non-CHCA students, we offer the following:

· Academic/Tech/STEM/Innovation

Specialty Camps (Gr 2-9)

· Athletic Camps (Gr K-9)

· Fine Arts Camps (Gr K-12)

· Laffalot Summer Camp (Ages 6-12)

CINCINNATI PLAYHOUSE IN THE PARK SUMMER THEATRE CAMPS AND PERFORMANCE ACADEMY

2 locations: Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park: 962 Mt. Adams Circle, Cincinnati, OH 45220 & Mason Community Center: 6050 Mason Montgomery Rd, Mason, OH 45040, Phone: (513) 421-3888

cincyplay.com/

Dates: June 5 - August 4, 2023

Hours: 9 a.m to 4 p.m.

Ages: 6 - 17 (incoming 1st to 12th grade)

Gender of Campers: Co-ed

Type: Day, Arts

Join us for a summer of magic! Have fun and learn theatre skills as we take our imaginations to great heights, create fantastical characters, enact our exploits and so much more. Our full-day Summer Camps and Performance Academy return to the Playhouse’s Eden Park location with the grand opening of our brand-new mainstage theatre complex! Camps also continue to be offered at Mason Community Center.

CODE NINJAS ANDERSON TOWNSHIP

7426 Beechmont Ave, Suite 210

Cincinnati, OH 45255, Contact: Jamie Luebbe, Phone: (513) 233-2633, Email: jamie.luebbe@codeninjas.com codeninjas.com/oh-anderson-township/camps

Dates: June 5- Aug 4

Hours: AM Camp 8:30am-12:30pm; PM Camp 12:30-4:30pm

Ages: 7-14

Gender of Campers: Co-ed

Type: Summer Fun, Day, Computers & Technology, STEM

UNLEASH YOUR CHILD’S INNER NINJA! Transform your child’s love for technology into an exciting learning adventure. Guided by our team of Code Senseis, Code Ninjas Camps empower kids to gain valuable tech skills and make new friends. It’s an unforgettably fun learning experience!

DAYTON LIVE CREATIVE ACADEMY SUMMER CAMPS

PNC Arts Annex: 46 W. 2nd Street, Dayton, OH 45402, Contact: Stephanie Radford, Email: info@ daytonlive.org, Phone: (937) 228-7591

daytonlive.org/series/creative-academy

Dates: June 20 - 23; June 26 - 30; July 3 - 7; July 10-14; July 17 - 21; July 24 - August 5, 2023

Hours: Full & half day camps

Ages: Pre K through 12th grade depending on camp

Gender of Campers: Co-ed

Type: Day, Summer Classes, Arts

Join us for fun and adventure - and develop your own creativity! A variety of camps for all the young folk in your life are being offered this summer: CAMP IMAGINATORS and CAMP MINI IMAGINATORS, PIE IN THE FACE WEEK, TBD: THE MUSICAL, BROADWAY PREVIEW, UNTOLD STORIES, PUT ON A SHOW! More info available online!

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ENSEMBLE THEATRE CINCINNATI

1127 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, Contact: Victoria Aslanides, Email: vaslanides@ensemblecincinnati.org, Phone: (513) 421-3555

ensemblecincinnati.org/camps

Dates: July 10-28, 2023 (see specific dates on website)

Hours: 9:00 am-5:00 pm, Monday-Friday

Ages: 7-18

Gender of Campers: Co-ed Type: Day, Arts, Theatre

From performance-focused camps to our one-of-a-kind technical theatre intensive, students from all interests and abilities have a variety of opportunities to connect with and learn from world-class theater professionals both on and off the stage in areas such as acting and production skills, improv, vocal health, on-camera acting experience, set design, and more!

GIRL SCOUTS OF WESTERN OHIO

Multiple locations, Phone: (888) 350-5090, Email: customercare@gswo.org

camp.gswo.org

Dates: Weekly, June 11 - August 4 , 2023

Hours: Varies

Ages: Girls currently in grades K-11

Gender of Campers: Girl

Type: Day, Residential, Travel, Adventure/ Tripping, Traditional, Wilderness Day and overnight camps at three locations, plus travel camps for girls in grades 8-11. Not a member? Not a problem—Girl Scout camp is open to all girls! Come experience the magic of camp—the joy of making new friends, bravely trying new adventures, and discovering the amazing wonders of nature.

FALCON CAMP

4251 Delta Rd SW, Carrollton, OH 44615, Contact: Dave Devey, Phone: (330) 627-4269, Email: Info@ falconcamp.com, falconcamp.com

Dates: June 18 -August 12 for 2023 in 1,2,4,6 or 8 week sessions

Ages: 6-16

Gender of Campers: Boys and Girls; separate daily activities with planned coed events

Type: Residential, Traditional

Recognized throughout the midwest as Ohio’s premier summer camp since 1959. Beautiful lakefront setting, talented experienced staff and wide variety of activities. Campers choose own schedules within general framework. Most of all it’s great fun! Special intro for 6-10 year olds. ACA accredited. At Falcon, ‘Good Things Happen by Design’.

GREENE COUNTY PARKS & TRAILS

635 Dayton-Xenia Rd., Xenia, OH 45385, Phone: (937) 562-6440, Email: info@gcparkstrails.com gcparkstrails.com

Dates: June through Mid-August 2023

Hours: Varies by age group

Ages: 3-4; 5-6; 7-9; 10-13

Gender of Campers: Co-ed

Type: Day, Summer Programs, Academic, Adventure/Tripping, Wilderness

Are your kids ready for summer? Well, so are we! Greene County Parks & Trails offers an assortment of weeklong camps for all interests and ages 3-13. Kids will learn about nature, science, wildlife and more while getting to play and explore the woods and creeks in our parks!

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MIAMI UNIVERSITY REGIONALS’ E-CAMPUS STEAM STUDIO

4200 N University Blvd., Middletown, OH 450423458, Contact: Theresa Young, Email: youngt@ miamioh.edu, Phone: (513) 317-3255

miamioh.edu/regionals/academics/elearning/ events-and-programs/steam-studio/index. html

Dates: June 20th-July 28th, 2023

Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Ages: Campers entering 3rd through 10th Grades

Gender of Campers: Co-ed Type: Day, Summer Programs, Academic, STEAM

Welcome to the STEAM Studio-a chance to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math in real life while having fun, making friends, and creating summer memories at Miami University Regionals’ campuses! Each week of camp is centered around a common theme to provide unique hands-on opportunities to imagine, design, and bring your ideas to life while experiencing traditional (and not-so-traditional) summer camp activities. From robotics and game creation to environmental exploration and DIY art, you will see all areas of STEAM come alive. We can’t wait to see you in Summer 2023!

Explore science, technology, history and the arts through creative activities and games at Cincinnati Museum Center’s fun and educational Museum Camps. Whether there’s a day or a week off from school, there’s a camp for that.

OHIO SPORTS ACADEMY

270 Hiawatha Trl, Springboro, OH 45066 Phone: (937) 743-1466

ohiosportsacademy.com/summer

Dates: June 5th - August 11th, 2023

Hours: Monday through Friday, with late pickup option available

Ages: 4 - 12, must be potty trained

Gender of Campers: Co-ed Type: Adventure/Tripping, Day, Sports, Summer Fun, Traditional

School’s out and we have some awesome week-long and day camps planned ALL SUMMER LONG! Ohio Sports Academy has been voted best gym in Dayton 8 years in a row! Summer Camps are filled with high-energy, structured activities for your kids and incorporate open play, organized games, arts, Ninja, and sooo much fun! Each week is filled with special events such as animal encounters, Kona Ice, video game trucks, and more!

MUSEUM CAMPS AT THE CINCINNATI MUSEUM CENTER

1301 Western Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45203, Contact: Nora Eskridge, Email: information@cincymuseum.org, Phone: (513) 728-0082

cincymuseum.org/museum-camps

Dates: May-August 2023

Hours: 9am- 4pm

Ages: 5-14

Gender of Campers: Co-ed

Type: Academic, Arts, Day, STEM, Traditional

SNAPOLOGY OF WEST CHESTER

Various Locations, Email: westchestertwp@snapology. com, Phone: (513) 988-7363

bit.ly/snapcamps

Dates: All weeks in June and July, some weeks in August 2023

Hours: AM Camps: 9 am-12 pm & PM Camps: 1 pm-4 pm (8 am early drop off, 5 pm late pick up)

Ages: 4 to 14

Gender of Campers: Co-ed Type: Academic, Arts, Computer & Technology, Day, STEM, Summer

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Snapology’s vision is to create a fun environment for children to play and learn. Snapology strives to introduce children to STEM through educational play. Our programs are focused on building confidence while developing problem solving and iterative learning skills. We are committed to developing the next generation of scientists, mathematicians, engineers, inventors, robotics experts & leaders!

SUMMIT SUMMER @ SUMMIT COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL

2161 Grandin Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45230, Contact

Name: Shayleigh Holbrook, Auxiliary Services Manager, Email: holbrook_s@summitcds.org, Phone: (513) 871-4700 Ext: x369

summitcds.org/programs/summit-summer

Dates: May 30th to August 4th, 2023

Hours: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Ages: Toddler to Grade 12

Gender of Campers: Co-ed

Type: Day, Traditional, Summer Fun

The Summit Country Day School welcomes students from the tri-state area to enjoy summer on our Hyde Park campus. With programs for children ages 18 months - Grade 12, parents can take comfort in knowing that their child is exploring their curious nature, enjoying time with friends, and exploring a new topic or hobby. Both full-day and half-day camps are available. Online Catalog available and registration now open!

TAFT MUSEUM OF ART’S SUMMER ART CAMP

316 Pike Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202, Email: education@taftmuseum.org

taftmuseum.org/Families-Children/ Summer-Camp

Dates: Entering grades 1–3: June 5-9, June 12-16, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. | Entering grades 4–6:

June 19-23, June 26-30, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. |

Entering grades 7–12: July 10-14, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Hours: 9 a.m.–4 p.m., Monday-Friday;Aaftercare available from 4–6 p.m. during camp weeks

Ages: Students entering grades 1–3, 4–6, 7–12

Gender of Campers: Co-ed Type: Traditional, Arts, Day

Whether your child is thinking about becoming an artist or just enjoys making art, the Taft’s small camp classes, guided by experienced teachers, will make this a summer of fun. Week-long camps will have campers painting, sculpting, and drawing.

THE LOST ART, SUMMER ENRICHMENT ETIQUETTE CAMP

Hampton Inn & Suites Cincinnati-Mason: 5232 Bardes Road, Mason, OH, 45040, Phone: (888) 354-4639, Email: info@thelostart.net eventbrite.com/e/the-lost-artsummer-enrichment-etiquette-camptickets-465460142817

Dates: June 12 - 16, 2023

Type: Day, Traditional

No matter your child’s interests, TLA’s summer enrichment camp helps your child develop essential social, emotional, and cognitive skills. Best of all, campers create memories that last a lifetime at camp and build their confidence with activities that will challenge their knowledge and help them grow. Register today!

THE CHILDREN’S THEATRE OF CINCINNATI CAMPS

4015 Red Bank Road, Cincinnati, OH 45213, Phone: (513) 569-8080

thechildrenstheatre.com/camps/

Dates: May 30 – July 7, 2023

Hours: 9:30 am – 4 pm

Ages: 7 – 18

Gender of Campers: Any and all genders welcome!

Type: Day, Arts, Traditional, Theatre

Enjoy a variety of themes for ages 7-18. Focus on music, dance, drama, or all three. All TCT camps will engage students in lessons from our high-caliber TCT Academy Teachers and our Resident Artists Company in singing, dancing, acting, costuming, and props. All levels welcome.

THEATRE SUMMER CAMP WITH CINCINNATI SHAKESPEARE COMPANY

Cincinnati Shakespeare Company at The Otto M. Budig Theater, 1195 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202, Phone: (513) 381-2273

cincyshakes.com/summercamp

Dates: June and July 2023

Hours: Monday – Friday: 9am-5pm

Ages: Grades 3rd-12th

Gender of Campers: Co-ed

Type: Arts, Theatre, Day, Traditional

Whether you’ve never stepped on a stage before, or have already been bitten by the acting bug, our theatre camps are the perfect place to learn some new skills, make some new friends, and have a whole lot of fun! In person programs for students in grade 1-12 who want a fun and challenging stage experience this summer! Learn more online.

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YMCA OF GREATER CINCINNATI SUMMER CAMPS

12 locations in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, Phone: (513) 362-YMCA

myY.org/day-camp

Dates: Camps run May through August

Hours:Varies by camp

Ages: 5-12

Gender of Campers: Co-ed

Type: Day, Residential, Traditional

Day and specialty camps at the Y are all about adventure. Kids have the opportunity to explore nature, find hidden talents, try new activities, gain independence, and make lasting friendships. Weekly themes create energy and excitement whether you camper is with us for one week or the full summer!

YMCA OF GREATER DAYTON DAY CAMPS

Available at 10 Dayton area locations, Contact: Valerie Holland, Email: ymcachildcare@daytonymca.org, Phone: (937) 223-5201

daytonymca.org/programs/child-careprograms/summer-day-camp

Dates: May 30th-August 11th, 2023

Hours: Varies by camp

Gender of Campers: Co-ed

Type: Day, Traditional

Join the YMCA of Greater Dayton from May-August 2023 (session dates vary by location) for a fun-filled summer for your child! Whether you choose one week or all summer, YMCA Day Camp fits your schedule and provides fun and enriching activities for your child. OUR PROMISE TO PARENTS - Your kids will be safe, make new friends, learn new skills and most of all, have fun!

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