2023 SUMMER CAMP GUIDE

Overnight Camps

Bradford Woods/ Camp Riley

5040 State Road 67 N, Martinsville, IN 46151; bradfordwoods.iu.edu; nyhunter@ indiana.edu; (765) 349-5121

Type: Special Needs • Dates: May - August • Ages: 8-18

• Activities: Canoeing, Climbing, Swimming, Arts and Crafts, Archery

Camp Riley empowers children with physical and cognitive diagnoses by providing life-changing experiences in a camp environment tailored to their individual needs. Campers shatter perceived limitations, make new friends, and reach higher achievements, returning home with an increased sense of independence and confidence.

Camp Manitowa

12770 N. Benton Rd. Benton, IL 62812; campmanitowa.com; dan@campmanitowa. com; (314) 348-6412

Type: Adventure/Tripping, Arts, Family Camp, Sports, Traditional, Wilderness

• Dates: 6/25-8/5

Flat Rock River YMCA Camp

6981 W County Rd 650 N, St Paul, IN 47272; (765) 525-6730; email: flatrock@indymca. org; FlatRockYMCA.org

Dates: June 4 - July 28 • Hours: Residential (Overnight) Camp • Ages: 7-16 • Type: Adventure/Tripping, Family Camp, Traditional Only 45 minutes southeast of Indianapolis, Flat Rock River YMCA Camp is an overnight experience where kids are Included and Engaged, becoming Confident and Inspired. We offer climbing challenge courses, zip line, river activities, creative arts, horseback riding, woodworking, kayaking, canoeing, target sports, fishing, water slide, swimming and more, plus camper personal choices on morning activities. Lifelong relationships and life skills are formed with cabin mates and mentors. Come spend one week or several!

Missouri Military Academy

trips, STEM activities, art projects, and so much more hands-on learning!

Brownsburg Parks’ Adventure Camp is one of the most active day camps in Hendricks County! With weekly field trips, hands-on activities, and weekly splash pad and park days, your camper is sure to have a FUN, action-packed summer! Camps are available M-F, 6 a.m. - 4 p.m., for ages 6-16.

Camp Belzer

6102 Boy Scout Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46226; (317) 813-7125; email: support@campbelzer. org; campbelzer.org

Dates: Mon - Fri, June 5 to July 28 • Ages: 5-10 • Type: Summer Fun, STEM, Traditional, Wilderness enrichment camps, including theatre, music, art, and community service. In addition, our ever-popular sports camps provide an opportunity to be coached by state championshipwinning coaches!

Camp JCC

6701 Hoover Road, Indianapolis, IN; (317) 251-9467; info@jccindy.org; jccindy.org/ camp-jcc

Dates: June 5-July 28 • Hours: 8 am - 5 pm • Ages: Grades K-7

CampJCC days are full of the fun and social activities kids love and the safety and personal growth parents look for. We offer outdoor recreation on our 40-acre campus and the Eskenazi Water Park. Our tennis camps build skills and emphasize sportsmanship. Non-members welcome. Discount rates for JCC Members, including those with summer memberships.

• Ages: 7-15

• Activities: Swimming, canoeing, sports, arts, and crafts, outdoor living skills, music, drama, trips, and more!

Camp Manitowa is a small private camp in southern Illinois. Our focus is helping campers, build, independence, confidence, and close friendships all while offering an awesome array of activities. We provide excellent customer service for parents, and a higher level of attention for every camper.

Culver Summer Schools & Camps

1300 Academy Road #138; culver.org/ summer; summer@culver.org; (574) 842-8300

Type: Summer Fun, Basic Category, Academic, Arts, Sports, Traditional, Wilderness • Dates: June 7 - July 29, 2023

• Hours: 8:00 - 4:00 PM • Ages: 7-17 years old • Activities: Leadership, athletics, arts and crafts, fine arts, academics, nature courses, scouting, and aviation.

Culver Summer Schools & Camps has been making memories for children ages 7-17 for 115 years. Located on Lake Maxinkuckee in northern Indiana, Culver hosts nearly 1,400 children from over 40 states and 42 countries. Over 65 electives are offered on Culver's 1,800-acre campus including leadership, athletics, arts and crafts, fine arts, academics, nature courses, scouting, and aviation.

204 N Grand St; missourimilitaryacademy. org/summer; michael.koontz@ missourimilitaryacademy.org; (573) 581-1776

Type: Academic, Adventure/Tripping •

Dates: LC 2-14 July / CC June 25-June 30, July 2-7, July 9-14 / SA June 18 - July 14 •

Hours: Boarding • Ages: LC 12-17 / CC 8-11 / SA Grades 7-12 • Activities: Daily physical training Paintball Rappelling and rock climbing wall Rifle marksmanship

Pugil sticks Swimming Knot Tying Leadership Reaction Course First aid training with certification High Ropes Climbing Wall Map reading

MMA’s Leadership Camp is designed to build confidence, self-esteem and teaches valuable leadership skills. MMA’s Confidence Camp provides young boys with a fun, challenging environment where they develop a sense of pride in themselves and their accomplishments focusing on good decision-making and teamwork.

Day Camps

Brownsburg Parks Adventure Camp

Cardinal Elementary School, 3590 Hornaday Rd. Brownsburg, IN 46112; (317) 858-4172; play@brownsburgparks.com; Brownsburgparks.com

Type: Adventure/Tripping, Arts, STEM •

Dates: 10 Weeks, May 30-August 2 •

Based out of the Camp Belzer, Lange Innovation Center, Discovery Day Camp is open to the public and hosts six different Discovery Tracks: Aquatics, Nature, Shooting Sports, STEM, Wild West Discovery, & Wilderness Survival. Regardless of which Discovery Track you choose your camper will also participate in Camp Belzer favorites like the obstacle courses, The Maze, BB guns, archery, swimming & move.

Camp Invention

(800) 968-4332; Various Locations throughout the Indianapolis Area!; invent. org/local; campinvention@invent.org

Type: Summer Fun, Academic, STEM •

Dates: Dates/times vary based on camp location. • Hours: Dates/times vary based on camp location. • Ages: 5-12 • Activities: STEM

Spark your child’s creativity and confidence with our new Camp Invention® program! Children in grades K-6 will team up and take on fun, hands-on STEM challenges. They’ll build their own mini skate park, turn a robot into a stuffie and more! Visit invent.org/local to secure your spot! Use promo code SUM25 by 3/30 to save $25.

Camp Cathedral

(317) 968-7352; email: aernst@gocathedral. com; campcathedral.com

Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation/Summer Camp Series

1235 Central Park Drive East Carmel, IN 46032; carmelclayparks.com/summercamps; JLazdins@carmelclayparks.com; (317) 843-3865

Type: Adventure/Tripping, Arts, Sports, STEM, Traditional, Wilderness • Dates: May 30 - July 28 • Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (hours vary by camp) • Ages: 5-15 • Activities: Art, Field Trips, Sports, Science, STEAM, Nature Exploration, Theater, Swimming

Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation's Summer Camp Series offers something for every interest and ability, with 12 camp options for ages 5-15 years ranging from arts to science to nature. A fun, safe summer is our top priority.

Central Indiana Academy of Dance

14950 Greyhound Court #4, Carmel, IN 46032; (317) 581-2423; email: studio@ ciaodance.com; ciaodance.com

Dates: June 19th-July 28th • Ages: 2 1/2

- 11 • Type: Arts, Sports, Summer Classes

Hours: Open 6 AM - 6:30 PM

• Ages: Explorers (Ages 6-8), Pathfinders (Ages 9-12), Trailblazers (Ages 12-16) • Activities: Field trips, weekly splash pad

Dates: June 5 through July 28, with no camps July 3-7 • Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. with before and after camp care available • Ages: Kindergarten-Grade 9 • Type: Academic, Arts, Computer & Technology, Faith-Based, Sports, STEM Camp Cathedral is dedicated to providing every camper with a safe environment to learn, discover, and have lots of fun! We offer more than 50

There’s something for everyone this summer at CIAoD! The summer starts off June 19th with our popular young dancer day camps, featuring themes such as Frozen and Rapunzel, ages 3-6! Themes change each week, as do the crafts and performance dances! Don’t forget to have your older dancer join us for our Youth Dance Camp for ages 6-11, July 10th-14th!

CodeWizardsHQ

(800) 213-2417; Address: Virtual Classes and Camps; codewizardshq.com; school@ codewizardshq.com

Type: Academic, Computers & Technology, STEM • Dates: 3-week classes and 1-week camps offered, June 5 - August 24 • Hours: 1 hour classes x 4 days each week, 2 hour camps x 5 days each week • Ages: 8-18 • Activities: Accelerated coding classes and gaming camps

Learn coding this summer with CodeWizardsHQ’s online camps and classes. Interactive learning and top-rated instructors provide an experience that students love. Minecraft and Roblox coding camps are perfect for gamers interested in coding. In our accelerated classes, students can learn Python, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, Scratch, and Java. Save $20 with IND20!

The Etiquette and Leadership Institute of Indiana Summer Enrichment Camp

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Indianapolis Fishers10495 Crosspoint Boulevard, Indianapolis, IN, 46256; eventbrite.com/e/ the-etiquette-and-leadership-institute-ofindiana-summer-enrichment-camptickets-465391768307?aff=affiliate2; info@eliindiana.com; (888) 354-4639

Type: Summer Classes, Summer Fun •

Basic Category: Academic, Family Camp • Dates: June 5 - 9, 2023

• Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM • Ages: 8 - 13

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Activities: Yes; Campers will be engaged with activities each day that challenges their knowledge of etiquette and leadership skills learned.

ELII's summer camp is full of new adventures and educational activities. Campers will learn how to create a make-believe Business for kids, the ABCs of Table manners, the Acts of Kindness, make a powerful introduction, and write thank-you notes. Enrich your child's confidence this summer with activities that challenge their knowledge. Register today!

Indiana Montessori Academy

2925 W 146th St., Carmel, IN 46074; (317) 569-1290; email: info@ indianamontessoriacademy.org; imamontessori.org

Indianapolis Art Center

820 E. 67th St., Indianapolis, IN 46220; (317) 255-2464; email: camps@IndplsArtCenter. org; IndyArtCenter.org/Camps

Type: Summer Classes, Summer Fun, Basic Category, Arts, Computers & Technology, Family Camp • Dates: June 12-July 28, 2023 • Hours: Morning and Afternoon Camps • Ages: 4-18 •

Activities: Art Camps and Teen Intensives

Let’s Get Creative Together: Summer Art Camps for the Whole Family! The Indianapolis Art Center offers a ton of hands-on art camps for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a camp for a young artist, a creative teen, or a camp that the whole family can enjoy together, the Indianapolis Art Center has something for you.

Indianapolis Children’s Choir

Butler University, Lilly Hall, 4600 Sunset Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46208; (317) 940-9640; info@icchoir.org, icchoir.org

Dates: June 5-9 and July 10-14 • Hours: 9 am-4 pm • Ages: Entering 1st grade - 8th grade • Type: Arts • Activities: Music & Singing

The Indianapolis Children’s Choir’s Summer Music Camp is a week-long musical experience where campers will get to Imagine the possibilities music can have on their lives. Camp offers the highest quality choral music experience as well as fun musical activities and new friendships! Join the ICC this summer by choosing the first camp session, June 5-9, 2023, or the second session, July 10-14, 2023.

Indianapolis Healthplex Camp

3660 Guion Rd, Indianapolis, IN; (317) 920-7400; twatkins@indianapolishealthplex. com; indianapolishealthplex.com

Dates: June 5 - July 28 • Hours: 8am-5pm improvisation, stage combat, singing, dancing, introduction to technical theatre

• Ages: 7-12 • Type: Arts, Sports, Summer Classes • Activities: Basketball, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Arts & Crafts, Taekwondo and much more.

Swimming, Soccer, Tennis, Basketball, Taekwondo, Nutrition, Crafts and much more. Children will learn fundamentals of sports, while also learning the importance of making healthy choices. Members $150/week; Non-members $175/week.

Bring theatre to life at the Indiana Repertory Theatre! Children new to theatre can learn the basics, while more advanced actors can sharpen their skills. Small class sizes, highly trained theatre professionals with teaching experience, and an inclusive environment make IRT Theatre Camp a great way to grow as an actor and person.

International School of Indiana Language Summer Camp

4330 N Michigan Rd; isind.org/events/ summercamp; info@isind.org; (317) 923-1951

Type: Summer Classes • Basic Category: Academic, Arts, Computers & Technology, Sports, STEM • Dates: Runs weekly from 6/20 until 7/14, available activities vary weekly • Hours: 8 AM to 4 PM, before and after care available from 7 AM to 6 PM •

Ages: Students Kindergarten-Grade 6

In partnership with the Indiana University Hamilton Lugar School, the ISI Summer Camp allows children to experience cultures through learning and practicing French, Mandarin, Portuguese, and Spanish. No prior experience is required, beginner and intermediate levels offered. New offerings this year include before and after care for all camps and new Enrichment camps! Visit our website for more!

Jaguar Summer Day Camp

901 W. New York St., Indianapolis, IN 46202; camps.iupui.edu; jagcamps@iupui.edu; (317) 278-2187

Type: Arts, Sports, STEM, Traditional • Dates: June 5 - July 28 • Hours: 9:00am - 3:30pm; before and after care available • Ages: 5-12 • Activities: Swimming, arts & crafts, games, sports, and more!

Our mission is to provide a safe and encouraging environment where children develop healthy habits while engaging in individualized activities designed to support success at any age, skill, or level of ability. Your camper will enjoy a wide variety of activities, games, sports, crafts and more. Additionally, each camper receives swim lessons Monday-Thursday at the world-famous IU Natatorium.

10/6-10/8 (72 hours) • Ages: 6/9-6/16 (8-18), 7/10-7/14 (5-14), 10/6-10/8 (any age)

• Activities: Camp LRD at Bradford Woods, Day Camp at Little Red Door, Family Camp at Bradford Woods

Little Red Door offers 3 Camps each year. Camp LRD is a weeklong overnight Camp at Bradford Woods in June. Camp in the City is a week Day Camp held at Little Red Door in July. Family Camp is a weekend Camp for the entire family at Bradford Woods in October!

M3 Theatre Camp

(317) 806-8143; 845 West Carmel Drive; m3theatrecamp.com; m3@ meridianmusicschool.com

Type: Arts • Dates: June 5th-23rd • Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm • Ages: 8-14 • Activities: Singing, acting, movement activities, art projects, theater games, and more.

Each summer, children between the ages of 8 and 14 come together to produce and star in a musical. All students have a performing role. In addition, students assist with creating costumes, sets, and props. At the end of camp, students understand virtually every aspect of putting on a show.

Marian University/Stem Summer Camp

3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis, IN 46222; marian.edu/conference-andevents/camps-and-conferences; camps@ marian.edu; (317) 955-6102

Type: Day & Residential, Summer Fun, Academic, Arts, Computers & Technology, Faith-Based, Sports, STEM • Dates: May 2023 - August 2023 • Hours: Daytime & Residential overnight camps • Ages: Kindergarten - 12th grade

Summer at Marian offers diverse enrichment opportunities for K-12 students on our historic college campus. Students will explore talents through our Innovation Through Engineering Camp, Healthcare Camp, theatre & music camps, various youth athletic camps, and more! Please connect with us on IG - summeratmarian and FB - Marian Summer Camps.

Mathnasium

6 Indianapolis locations; mathnasium.com/ indy

Dates: May-July

• Ages: 3-9

• Type: Academic, Arts, Summer Fun

Join us for a summer filled with fun, joy, and curiosity! We’ll spend our days baking, creating beautiful art work, running through the sprinkler, sharing popsicles with our friends, and so much more!

Indiana Repertory Theatre Camp

140 West Washington Street; irtlive.com/ students-and-educators/IRT-theatrecamp; education@irtlive.com; (317) 916-4841

Type: Arts • Dates: June 5-30 Mondays

–Fridays • Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM; 9:00 AM to 12:00PM for mini camps •

Ages: 5-7, 8--11, 12-15 • Activities: Acting,

Little Red Door Cancer Agency

(317) 734-7717; 1801 N Meridian St Indianapolis, IN 46202; littlereddoor.org/; delliott@littlereddoor.org

Type: Summer Fun, Adventure/Tripping, Arts, Family Camp, Wilderness • Dates:

Type: Summer Classes • Basic Category: Academic • Special Needs Offered: targeted assessments, individualized instruction, customized learning plans • Dates: All locations offer programs all summer. • Hours: Varies by location •

Ages: Grades 2-12. May vary by location. • Activities: engaging instructors and activities, rewards & incentives

The proven Mathnasium Method™ builds foundations for math mastery through deep understanding, with outcomes far superior to other summer math programs that rely on drilling or rote memorization. Students in the summer math program improve their comprehension. Excitement and confidence also grows, and they strengthen their natural love of learning.

Park Tudor School

7200 North College Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46240; (317) 415-2898; email: rdabertin@ parktudor.org; parktudor.org/summer

Dates: June 5 - July 28 (no camps on June 19 or the week of July 3-7) • Hours: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (student drop off begins at 8:30 am); 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm (student drop off begins at 12:30pm); or full day 9:00am- 4:00pm. • Ages: 3-18 • Type: Academic, Arts, Computer & Technology, Sports, STEM

Park Tudor School invites all central Indiana students ages 3-18 to attend its Summer Experience. We have camps for preschool, kindergarten, elementary school, middle school and high school! In keeping with the mission of Park Tudor School, you will find our summer programs offer small class sizes and varied experiences that will foster creativity and a joy for learning. Whether it's academics, enrichment, STEM, performing arts, athletics, Spanish, or more, you'll find the perfect summer camps for your child at Park Tudor. Experience summer at Park Tudor and discover the magic that happens when summer fun meets great teaching!

Summer U at University High School

2825 W. 116th St, Carmel, IN; Phone: (317) 733-4475; email: summer@ universityhighschool.org; university highschool.org/summer

Dates: June 5-30 & July 10-August 4 •

Summer at Meridian Street is a day camp that offers children the opportunity to explore their creativity, visit fun sites and make friends. Serving children K-8 grades, each week-long, full-day camp includes a variety of opportunities including music, arts, athletics, outdoor adventures, swimming, science, leadership and service. Extended care is also available.

Wright's Gymnastics & NinjaZone

Various locations: Westfield, Noblesville, Center Grove, and Greenwood; (317) 888-4805; email: info@wrightsgyms.com; wrightsgymnastics.com/camps

Dates: May 30th - August 4th, 2023 •

Hours: Full Day - 9a-3:30p • Ages: 3 (fully potty trained) - 13 • Activities: Gymnastics instruction, Ninja Instruction, Crafts, Games, Obstacle Courses, Art, Outside Play, Water Games, Theme Specific Activities (Nerf Battles, Gymnastics & Ninja, Pirates, Cooking, Building, etc.)

Turn your Summer... Upside down! We love camps around here so much that we offer them all Summer long! With our many Wright’s Gymnastics & NinjaZone facilities located throughout the greater Indianapolis area, one is sure to be convenient for you!

YMCA of Greater Indianapolis

(317) 266-9622; INDYMCA.org/ youthdevelopment

Dates: June - Aug; Varies by location •

Hours: 6:30am-6:00pm • Ages: 3-15 •

Activities: sports, arts & crafts, swimming, STEM; Varies by location

• Ages: PK-Grade 12 • Type: Academic, Arts, Computer & Technology, Sports, STEM, Traditional University’s mission to expand the hearts and minds of students and to nurture excellence through academic, creative, and physical achievement doesn’t go on summer break. Summer U’s enrichment camps, including creative arts, sports, STEM, and more, are led by seasoned educators and designed to provide hands-on, enriching experiences for curious campers.

Hours: 8:45 a.m.-4 p.m.

Kids need camp as a place to be themselves, learn skills, and build friendships. The YMCA of Greater Indianapolis is a home for all. With over 15 day camp locations open from 6:30am to 6:00pm, we offer a wide range of programs and pricing options available for children ages 3-15. There is a camp for everyone at the YMCA. Visit INDYMCA.org/youthdevelopment-center/ to learn more.

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Summer on Meridian

5500 N. Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208; meridianstreet.org/summer; summer@meridianstreet.org; (317) 253-3237

• Dates: May 30 - July 21, 2023

Gender of Campers: Co-Ed

• Hours: 8 am–4:30 pm, before and aftercare available

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Ages: K-8 grade • Activities: music, arts, athletics, outdoor adventures, swimming, science, leadership, service and more

CARMEL Carmel Montessori Schools

Carmel Montessori School is located Meridian in Carmel. Our directress is American Montessori Certified with 18 years head-teaching experience and we a a full member of the American Montessori Society. We offer a beautiful, peaceful and positive Montessori learning environment. Extended days available. • 1402 W. Main St., Carmel, IN 46032, Contact: Emily & Scott Rudicel, Phone: 317-580-0699, Email: info@carmelmontessori. com, carmelmontessori.com

Starting Line Preschool

The Right Start for A Lifelong Love of Learning! Our strong academic-based curriculum prepares and encourages your child to succeed in school while discovering learning is fun! All of our classes focus on an introduction to colors, number and letters with exciting art and science projects. Math, social studies and sight words are taught in the older classes.Develop Social Awareness & Friendships, Build Confidence and Master Academic Skills for Kinder- garten. • 110 Third Ave NE, Carmel, IN 46032, Contact: Diane Atkins, Phone: 317-753-9397, Email: dkatkins22@ msn.com, startinglinepreschool.com

The Little Lamb Christian School

The Little Lamb Christian School is a home away from home for children 6 weeks to pre-kindergarten. Since 1987, we have been the go-to private preschool for Carmel families who are interested in a Christian education. We are a place where children can learn, explore, create, grow and play! • 1609 Greyhound Pass, Carmel, IN 46032, Phone: 317-848-3580, Email: charli@thelittlelamb. com, thelittlelamb.com/, 6 weeks to Pre-Kindergarten and after school care