Apollo School of Music
CONTACT: 530-924-4469,
ApolloSchoolofMusic.net
Music Builders – Beginners and Intermediate
AGES: 4-18 + Adults
COST: $125-$250/week
DATES: 8 weeks in June & July, 2021
DESCRIPTION: For kids new to music. We lay the groundwork for music lessons with singing, dance, and an introduction to piano and other instruments. Don’t fall behind this summer! In our Piano Express Immersion Course, students are propelled through several months of study in just one week. Students with some experience on guitar, bass, drums, piano, violin, sax, or any other instrument, will thrive in our Rock Stars band class! Requires own instrument (except drums); ages 7-12. Broadway Stars Musical Theater teaches singing, acting, and dancing to beginners and low intermediate performers from ages 6-12. Moms and Dads will LOVE having the entire family learn to sing and play ukulele together this summer (all ages). Broadway, Rock Band, and Piano Express students present a concert at the end of the week. Check our website for additional classes!
Intermediate through Advanced Courses
Some classes require an audition or placement
AGES: 7-18 + Adults
COST: $250/week
DATES: 8 weeks in June & July, 2021
DESCRIPTION: Ever wonder how songs are crafted and recorded? Learn to analyze and write and record your own music in SongLab. Our two-week Advanced Broadway Stars and Rock Stars programs are for performers ages 10-18. Utilizing our own year-round instrumental, voice instructors, acting and dance instructors, students learn how to learn, refine skills, and put on a show in just two weeks. Live or video audition required; all students will perform in a Showcase at the end of the 2 week program. All classes take place in our 6000 square foot facility on Mangrove Ave in Chico. Check our website for additional classes!
Azad’s Martial Arts
CONTACT: www.AzadsMartialArts.com or call 530-892-AZAD (2923), 530-896-0777
DESCRIPTION: In-person & Online Lessons! Keep Your Child Active & Engaged with Chico Summer Camps at Azad’s Martial Arts! Don’t let your child slip into the habits of inactivity this summer. Join us at Azad’s and treat your child to the fun, challenging, and exciting world of Jongshindo! We’re proud to work with students of all ages across our community, building skills like discipline, respect, courage, plus lifelong habits of physical fitness and mindful actions. Our in-person or Live Online Summer Camps in Chico include Martial arts training for all experience levels, indoor and outdoor activities, self-defense instructions and supervised games & drills, team-building exercises, and challenges. Azad’s Summer Camps will stimulate your child’s mind and help them develop essential tools to succeed during the COVID-19 pandemic. With Azad’s online training, your child can overcome anything life throws their way while having a lot of fun.
Boys & Girls Club of the North Valley
CONTACT: www.bgcnv.org, 530-899-0335
Camp Jamoa – Boys & Girls Club Chico
AGES: 6-13 years
COST: $150.00 per week
DATES: June 7-August 6
DESCRIPTION: Our day camp program is open Monday through Friday from 7:45am to 5:30pm. Camp Jamoa is the most affordable summer program and provides some of the most inclusive and extensive services, including weekly themes, local field trips, snacks, and more. Sign your children up for a summer filled with fun, laughter, learning, and memories to last a lifetime. Register now for 1 week or all 9 weeks. Register at https://bgcnv.org/chicocampjamoa/.
Camp Jamoa – Boys & Girls Club Paradise & Magalia
AGES: 6-13 years
COST: $50.00 per week
DATES: June 7-July 30
DESCRIPTION: Our day camp program is open Monday through Friday from 7:45am to 5:30pm. Camp Jamoa is the most affordable summer program and provides some of the most inclusive and extensive services, including weekly themes, local field trips, snacks, and more. Sign your children up for a summer filled with fun, laughter, learning, and memories to last a lifetime. Register now for 1 week or all 8 weeks.
Register at https://bgcnv.org/ridge/.
Camp Name: Camp Jamoa – Boys & Girls Club Hamilton City
AGES: 6-14 years
COST: $50.00 per week
DATES: June 9-July 30
DESCRIPTION: Our day camp program is open Monday through Friday from 7:45am to 5:30pm. Camp Jamoa is the most affordable summer program and provides some of the most inclusive and extensive services, including weekly themes, local field trips, snacks, and more. Sign your children up for a summer filled with fun, laughter, learning, and memories to last a lifetime. Register now for 1 week or all 8 weeks.
Register at https://bgcnv.org/hamilton-elementary/.
Camp Wild Heart
(Brought to you by Thrive)
CONTACT: 530-809-4638, www.CampWildHeartChico.com
AGES: 4 years and 9 months to 13
COST: Virtual punch cards for a truly flexible schedule. Package rates depend on how often you attend. Days do not need to be consecutive, mix and match dates throughout the summer.
DATES: June 7th to August 26th, M-Th 9:30am to 4:30pm, plus NEW Friday Evening Camps, 3 to 10pm
DESCRIPTION: Camper’s Create their own Adventures and get to choose from a daily array of engaging, hands-on STEAM activities. Chico’s Premier STEAM Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math Summer Day Camp. Where kids are free to Learn, Imagine, Explore, Create, Play, Dream and Shine. Fun, friendship, science, art, nature, adventure, park and creek exploration come together in a fully child choice environment with respectful, caring adults sharing fun, hands-on activities and projects. FREE breakfast and lunch.
Chico Area Recreation and Park District
CARD Summer Camps
CONTACT: 530-895-4711, www.ChicoRec.com
AGES: 3 and up
COST: Varies; see website
DATES: Vary, June 7-Aug 13; see website
DESCRIPTION: CARD’s massive list of camps covers all ages and interests. Several toddler camps cater to the youngest kiddos. Various sports camps—baseball, flag football, soccer, and more—are great for your aspiring athletes; and plenty of others like Camp Chico Creek, Chi-Da-Ca, Summertime Delight, music, mountain biking, welding, cooking, and dance will make your child’s summer engaging and memorable.
Chico Cheer All Stars, Inc,
July Summer Camps
CONTACT: 894-2227, www.ChicoCheerAllStars.com
AGES: 5-18
COST: Camp $125-150/each, $25 for extra care 8 – 10 AM &/OR 2-4:30 PM
DATES: See below
CAMP INFO: All camps run 10am-2pm with a min. of a half hour lunch break. Please wear shorts and tank top or tee with flexible tennis shoes and bring a sack lunch. Extra care available 2-4:30 PM. Please register & pay on our “Parent Portal.”
Beginners Cheer Camp: July 5-8
DESCRIPTION: If your athlete loves to cheer and tumble, then this is the camp for them! Athletes will learn basic cheerleading and a special dance to perform on the final day!
BEGINNING Tumbling Camp: July 12-15
DESCRIPTION: If your child loves to tumble, this is the perfect camp to help them succeed. This week’s camp is for our entry level tumblers working on Level 1 (Cartwheels, Round offs, Walkovers) and Level 2 (Handspring and Round off Handsprings). THIS IS OUR MOST POPULAR CAMP AND FILLS UP FAST.
ADVANCED Tumbling Camp: July 19-22
DESCRIPTION: If your child loves to tumble and has experience, this is the perfect camp for them! The requirement for “Advanced Tumbling Camp” is a Round Off Tuck on spring floor. This week’s camp is for our advanced level tumblers working on Level 3 (Tucks, Punch fronts, multiple handsprings) and Level 4/5 (Layouts & Fulls). Special guest “Brandon Bliss” will be instructing the second day of camp!
Chico Children’s Museum
CONTACT: www.chicochildrensmuseum.org, 530-809-1492
AGES: 5-9 years
COST: $150 per child
DATES: June 23-25th, 10am-2pm
DESCRIPTION: The Chico Children’s Museum Summer Camp will be an exciting, three days of local flora and fauna themed activities and learning. The camp will focus on the furriest of forest friends and identifying edible berries and plants in the wild. Join us and the CCM family in celebrating the beautiful world around us. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more information and to be first in line when registration opens!
Chico Creek Dance Centre
CONTACT: 530-893-9028, www.chicocreekdancecentre.com
2 Week-Camp!!
AGES: 4-9
COST: $275
DATES: June 14th-25th Monday-Friday, 9am-12noon
DESCRIPTION: Join us for an amazing 2 weeks of dance camp, exploring many styles of dance. From Ballet to Tap, Jazz, and Broadway. No experience needed to join in this camp. Come explore the world of dance this summer at Chico Creek Dance. Camp T-shirt included with price, and we will have a small performance at the end of camp for parents to enjoy.
High School Musical Tween Dance Camp
AGES: 9-12
COST: $175
DATES: June 28-July 2nd, 9am-12noon
DESCRIPTION: Join us for an entire week of dance learning choreography from HighSchool Musical. Come ready to dance, sing, and act!! It’s going to be amazing. The perfect dance camp for your tween ages 9-12. Camp T-shirt included with price, and we will have a small performance at the end of camp for parents to enjoy.
The Greatest Showman Tween Dance Camp
AGES: 9-12
COST: $175
DATES: July 5-9, 9am-12noon
DESCRIPTION: Join us for an entire week of dance, learning choreography from The Greatest Showman. Come ready to dance, sing, and act and learn about backstage running of a production. It’s going to be amazing. It’s the perfect dance camp for your tween ages 9-12. Camp T-Shirt included with price, and we will have a small performance at the end of camp for parents to enjoy.
CRT KIDS
Theatre Camps
CONTACT: www.crtkids.com
Disney’s “Winnie The Pooh” Kids Camp
AGES: 5-6 & 7-10
COST: $250.00
DATES: 6/7-6/27
DESCRIPTION: Welcome to the Hundred Acre Wood, where Winnie the Pooh is once again in search of honey. Along the way, he meets his pals, Tigger, Piglet, Rabbit, and Owl, but soon discovers that Christopher Robin has been captured by the mysterious Backson! As they prepare for a rescue operation, the animals learn about teamwork, friendship and, of course… sharing snacks.! This summer CRT is offering camps for ages 5-10. These classes are designed to build skill in the area of performing arts, including vocal performance, acting, and dance. Camps will culminate with a full performance for family and friends! Learn more at www.crtkids.com.
Hats Off to Broadway
AGES: 11-16
COST: $275.00
DATES: 6/7-6/27
DESCRIPTION: Filled with songs, dances and great performances from classic and current Broadway shows, this high energy variety show is packed with amazing fun for “up and coming” Broadway stars! This summer CRT is offering camps for ages 11-16. These classes are designed to build skill in the area of performing arts, including vocal performance, acting, and dance. Camps will culminate with a full performance for family and friends! Learn more at www.crtkids.com.
FunLand/Cal Skate Chico
FunLand Extreme Fun Summer Camps
CONTACT: www.funlandchico.com, 530-343-1601
AGES: 5-12
COST: $195 weekly all day from 9am-5pm or $155 weekly mornings only from 9am-1pm
DATES: Session 1: June 14th-June 18th
Session 2: June 21st-June 25th
Session 3: July 5th-July 9th
Session 4: July 19th – July 23rd
Session 5: August 2nd – August 6th
DESCRIPTION: Fun? Check. Safe? Check. Variety? Double check! This is a chance to do everything FunLand/Cal Skate has to offer, and then some! Campers can spend the mornings or whole days doing things not normally offered to the public. Our goal is to offer days FULL of assorted activities – we can’t even list them all here! Activity examples: Skating, mini-golfing, batting, jump house, arts/crafts, arcade games, dodge ball, hockey, and more!
Govan Ranch
Everything Horse!
CONTACT: Marianne Govan 530-828-9547 call or text /or email: the govanranch@att.net
AGES: 6-9 and 10 + and up
COST: Day camps range from $65-$85/day with multiple day packages available. We can customize a camp for your group. Birthday parties and other small events on availability. Just ask!
DATES: Due to COVID 19, Summer Camp dates will be released as soon as possible. Please call, text, or email to inquire and be added to our contact list. We also have camps and private lessons for all ages throughout the year.
DESCRIPTION: Come ride and play with us! We teach the fundamentals of horsemanship and riding for beginners and up. Our camps and lessons are for kids who love horses and want to learn! We provide a safe, fun family atmosphere. Our small groups of 6-8 kids per camp are provided with individual helpers so each student can learn safely at his or her skill and comfort level. Sample day schedule: Meet & greet, assign horses, grooming, and tacking up and riding daily. Fun and games, both on and off the horse, horse-related activities, and snack breaks. Some camps include lunch and a swim after horses are put away.
HYPE Dance Studio
CONTACT: www.hypedancestudio.com, 530-898-8789
FAIRYTALE TEA PARTY – Disney Princess Dance
AGES: 3-5, 6-8
COST: $120.00
DATES: June 21-23, 9AM – 12PM daily
DESCRIPTION: Join your favorite characters in our most popular camp for younger dancers! Dancers will learn ballet and lyrical styles of dance, and are welcome to dress in their favorite Disney Princess attire! Each day includes an hour ballet, ½ hour snack/craft/color time, ½ hour story time, an hour of learning a dance. Please bring a snack! Each camp includes final day Princess Parade inside the studio at 11:30 AM for all friends and family to see!
POP STAR DANCE PARTY – Jazz & Hip Hop
AGES: 4-6, 7-10
COST: $145.00
DATES: June 28-July 1, 9AM – 12PM daily
DESCRIPTION: You’re invited to the most exciting party of the summer…the Pop Star Dance Party! Dancers will learn jazz and hip-hop routines to fun pop music! Get ready for a sassy week of dance, where everyone will get to make their own musical crafts to keep! Activities include hour of jazz technique and hip-hop class, ½ hour snack/craft time, ½ hour obstacle courses to fun music, and an hour of choreography. Bring a snack! Final day showcase for parents at 11:30 AM!
SUN & SAND – Moana, Ariel, Nemo
AGES: 3-6
COST: $120.00
DATES: July 12-14, 9AM – 12PM daily
DESCRIPTION: Calling all beach babes and dudes! Get ready to have a fun-filled week at the ocean with your favorite characters and music from Moana, Under the Sea, and Finding Nemo! Dancers are welcome to dress in their favorite attire. Each day includes an hour jazz/lyrical/ballet, ½ hour snack/craft/color time, ½ hour story time, an hour of learning new dances, and fun with bubbles! Please bring a snack. Camp includes final day BEACH PARADE inside the studio at 11:30 AM for all friends and family to see!
HIP HOP CAMP
AGES: 5-7, 8-12
COST: $145.00
DATES: July 19-22, 9AM – 12PM daily
DESCRIPTION: Our most popular camp, 9 years running! Learn the latest hip-hop moves with great music kids love! Each day will include 2 hours of hip-hop instruction, including warm-up, tricks and skills, rhythm and musicality, and choreography. 1 hour of freestyle and creative dance. Clean and appropriate music and movement for children. Breaks included. Bring a snack! Final day showcase for parents at 11:30 AM!
BROADWAY BOUND – Musical Theater Dance
AGES: 4-6, 7-10
COST: $120.00
DATES: July 26-29, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM daily
DESCRIPTION: Get ready to enjoy some musical theater fun and activities with the classic Broadway hits! Dancers come dressed for the stage, ready for tap, jazz and showtime! Each day includes an hour jazz and tap, ½ hour snack/craft/color time, ½ hour creative time for painting nails and making pillow cases, and an hour of choreography. Please bring a snack! Camp includes final day showcase at 11:30 AM for all friends and family to see!
ACRO FOR DANCERS “MOVEMENT TO THE MUSIC”
AGES: 6+ beginning tumbling for dance
COST: $55.00 per dancer
DATES: Session 1: June 24-25, 10AM – 12 PM, Session 2: Aug. 2-3, 10AM – 12 PM
DESCRIPTION: 2-Day Acro Mini-Camp with Acro instructor Liz Murphy!
ACRO “TRICKS AND FUN”
AGES: 9+, intermediate/advanced tumbling for dance
COST: $55.00 per dancer
DATES: Session 1: June 24-25, 12:30 – 2:30 PM, Session 2: Aug. 2-3, 12:30 – 2:30 PM
DESCRIPTION: 2-Day Acro Mini-Camp with Acro instructor Liz Murphy!
CONTEMPORARY & BALLET 2-DAY INTENSIVE
AGES: Minis: ages 7-11, Juniors: ages 12-14, Teen/Seniors: ages 15+*Ages are an estimate. Dancers will also be placed based on their level.
COST: Minis: $110.00 per dancer. / Juniors, Teen/Sr: $150.00 per dancer.
DATES: Aug. 5-6, 9 AM – 4 PM daily
DESCRIPTION: Guest Master Teacher Judy Rice, Tatum Wozniak + more to being booked! This intensive is designed for dancers to focus on improving techniques and training in both ballet and contemporary. The fusion of styles incorporates the importance in the support that each style has for each other, blending together the genres to help educate dancers of the benefits of technical application to contemporary dance.
Inspire School of Arts & Sciences
Inspire Summer Performing Arts – “Rock the Musical”
CONTACT: 530-895-4711, www.ChicoRec.com
AGES: Grades 6-12
COST: $275
DATES: 7/12-7/23, 9AM-1PM, M-F
DESCRIPTION: Inspire School of Arts & Sciences will present a 2-week, immersive musical theatre intensive. Students will be introduced to the world of theatre by exploring works from our very favorite rock musicals. Enthusiastic and experienced professional staff and alumni will work with students in all areas including: acting, vocals, choreography, stagecraft, and performing. They will explore and deepen their understanding of the craft of performance and develop their own skills in all areas. $25 supply fee includes event T-shirt, PPE, and a showing the evening of 7/23. CARD registration deadline 7/1.
Kids Outdoor Sports Camp – KOSC
CONTACT: Taylor Byars, Camp Director,
530-513-7556, www.kidsoutdoorsportscamp.org
AGES: 9-16
COST: $800
DATES: Beginner Camp Dates: June 6-10, June 20-24, July 11-15. Advanced Camp Dates: June 13-17, July 18-22, August 1-5
DESCRIPTION: KOSC hosts camps Sunday – Thursday of the weeks stated above. We will be hosting camps at three different locations in Northern California this summer! At camp, youth are educated about the outdoors, wildlife, and conservation. All beginner campers will go through Hunters Education and will receive their Hunters Ed Certification if they pass the exam at the end of the week (pending Hunter Education’s COVID rules). Campers will receive hands on training from our first class instructors on how to safely and successfully shoot shotguns, rifles, and archery, and they will even learn how to fish! If your child already has their HE certificate, they can attend our advanced camp; where they will receive more advanced training in all areas listed above. For more information about camp activities, our instructors, or the locations please visit our website. KOSC has been in operation since 1998, educating and hosting campers from all over the United States and we look forward to the future of saving the endangered species, the youth hunter. Scholarships are available, please visit our website for details on how to apply.
Kinetics Academy of Dance
CONTACT: 530-345-2505, KineticsAcademyofDance.com
AGES: 3-16
COST: $135-$140
DATES: Held weekly from all Summer
DESCRIPTION: See website for times and days each camp is offered.
JoJo Siwa Hip Hop Diva – Hop on in to this camp and live your Sweet Life. Set to JoJo’s fun, upbeat music, we’ll learn Hip Hop and Jazz moves sure to make you smile. Peace signs, big bows and lots of sassy attitude will make this a camp one you won’t want to miss.
My Little Pony in FantasyLand Dance Camp – Your favorite ponies visit a magical land and find unicorns, mermaids, fairies, dragons and more! Hear the stories and become the legends as we immerse ourselves into the pony’s FantasyLand. This will be a fantastically fun filled camp for your little ones imagination! Dancing, stories, crafts, games and dress-up will make their dreams come true.
Trolls Fever Dance Camp – Let’s Dance, Dance, Dance! Join us for this crazy fun and educational camp. Dancers will enjoy moving to hits from the Trolls movies and shows while learning tap, jazz, ballet, hip hop and navigating an obstacle course. Stories, crafts and games will ensure your campers will enjoy their adventure.
Next Step Performance Dance Camp – Want something a little more advanced to work on this summer? This camp will get you there. With a focus on ballet techniques, you will do full barre routines, across the floor, centers and more. Throw in some fun and games and you’ve got yourself a winner!
Fairy Tale Princess & Tea Party Camp – Let the classic stories of Beauty and The Beast, Cinderella and others inspire you to move your feet to an enchanting beat! Each day will include a pre-ballet foundations class, a snack fit for a princess, story time, crafts and dances celebrating the themes of the day.
TJ Farms
Farm Camp at TJ Farms
CONTACT: 530-343-2294
AGES:6-12
COST: $160
DATES: June-July, Weekly-Monday thru Friday
DESCRIPTION: Welcome to TJ Farms! Lil’ Farmers will get hands on experience on an actual working farm. We will be learning about gardening practices, animal science with our friendly animals, building leadership skills and having fun exploring the great outdoors. Expect to do some hen hugging, cow cuddling and cowboy cooking! Farm Camp is taught by two credentialed agricultural instructors using STEM and Ag in the Classroom curricula. Sessions are weekly, Monday-Friday, June-August. Please register on our website www.tjfarmsestates.com Also follow us on Facebook for up to date activities.
Valene Smith Museum of Anthropology
Anthropology Camp at the Valene Smith Museum of Anthropology
CONTACT: www.csuchico.edu/anthmuseum, ascott@csuchico.edu
Zoom camp – Anime edition based on the Netflix series Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts. (no previewing required)
Do you love art & science? So do we! Jump with us into fantastic futures and wonder subjects that connect us to the world and each other. Each day will be a little different: exploring ecosystems, anime drawing lessons, out-of-this world creatures and more. Register for individual dates or full week www.csuchico.edu/anthmuseum for details.
