There are so many cool ways that we can use science and scientific inventions to understand the natural world around us! We will build a variety of creations built around understanding nature, with lessons on things like meteorology, as well as making inventions that directly harness the powers and attributes of the natural world.

Get ready to mix, stretch, squish, and slime! In Slime Camp, slime lovers will dive hands-first into the ultimate sensory experience as they learn how to create slime using common household ingredients. Campers will experiment with a variety of fun add-ins and techniques to craft the thickest, stretchiest, ooey-gooiest slime imaginable. Expect messy fun, creative exploration, and endless smiles as campers perfect their slime-making skills!

There’s nothing quite like a warm, hearty, home-cooked meal! At Cooking: Cozy Comfort Food camp, we’ll explore dishes from around the world that inspire that unmistakable feeling of comfort and togetherness. Campers will learn to create a variety of recipes that remind us of home—meals that soothe the soul, spark nostalgia, and celebrate the joy of cooking. From familiar favorites to new global classics, each dish is chosen for the simple delight it brings. Join us as we discover how food can connect us, comfort us, and make every kitchen feel like home.

Turn a simple lump of clay into a work of art! Revel in creativity and fun by using slabs, coils, pinch pots, and a multitude of glazes to create animals, tea sets, vases, sea life, and other imaginative works of art. Other projects include drawing and watercolor painting. All activities are age-appropriate and encourage individual expression. Taught by Avril Butbul, who has over 29 years of experience!

Gesher Lego® offers a wide range of activities, including crafts, swimming, sports, and music, alongside their specialty programs.

STEM Discovery using LEGO® Materials | Grades K–1

Let your imagination run wild with tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Build engineer-designed projects as you discover the world around us through our inquiry-based learning model. Projects are rotated seasonally to ensure that both new and returning campers can explore the endless creative possibilities of the LEGO® building system!

STEM Innovations using LEGO® Materials | Grades 2–3

Design and innovate with Play-Well TEKnologies and tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineer-designed projects and an inquiry-based learning classroom model. Projects are rotated seasonally to ensure that even returning students get a new experience. Time to see STEM in action!

Gotta Catch ‘em All! In Pokémon camp, we will be focusing on everything Pokémon! We will be trading and battling with Pokémon cards, making cool Pokémon crafts from accessories to statuettes to our very own cards (not for official use of course) and many things in between; playing Pokémon-related games to test your abilities as a Pokémon trainer, as well as trivia to test your Poké-knowledge. Come join the adventure at Pokémon camp!

Get ready for a week of high-energy competition and nonstop fun! Campers will spend the week competing in a variety of exciting games, sports, and challenges while earning points and proudly representing their team’s country. From teamwork to friendly rivalry, every event brings campers one step closer to victory. Do you have what it takes to go for the gold?

This creative intensive lets campers follow their passion—on stage, on screen, or behind the scenes. Campers choose one focused discipline for the full two weeks to build skills, confidence, and creativity.

Choose one elective:

• Film Making / Film Acting: Learn on-camera and behind-the-scenes skills and create videos to share with family and friends.

• Dances of the World: Explore global dance styles and perform a favorite dance at week’s end.

• Recycled in Style Fashion: Turn recycled materials into wearable designs while learning basic sewing and sustainability.

Each day blends intensive workshops with classic camp fun like swimming, arts & crafts, and music—ending with a final project premiere!

Hevra campers have an exciting summer ahead filled with a wide variety of activities including crafts, swimming, sports, and music. Don’t miss out on this fun, enriching camp experience! The first week of each session will be a traditional camp week (except Session 4, which will follow the Week 1 schedule), with the second week focused on the themed programming described below.

SESSION 1: A World of Puppetry (DURING WEEK 2)  

Campers dive into the magical world of puppetry by creating hand puppets, marionettes, and more! They’ll bring their characters to life through movement, storytelling, shadow puppetry, and beginner ventriloquism—all while letting their imaginations shine..

SESSION 2: Advanced Magic (DURING WEEK 2)

Ready to take magic to the next level? This camp is perfect for curious, creative campers eager to learn impressive new tricks—whether you’re brand new or already have experience. Campers will explore advanced illusions, sleight-of-hand, misdirection, and showmanship, while building confidence and performance skills. Get ready to amaze friends and family with magic that’s bigger, bolder, and unforgettable!

SESSION 3: A Taste of America (DURING WEEK 2)

This hands-on cooking camp celebrates the diverse flavors of the USA! Campers will spend the week preparing and tasting dishes from different regions of the country—and along the way, discover new foods they love.

SESSION 4: Marine Science Camp (DURING WEEK 1) *

Dive into the excitement of Mission Bay Aquatics Center’s Ocean Exploration Camp! Campers become ocean scientists as they test water quality, study plankton, and build their own underwater explorers. From kayaking through Mission Bay’s ecosystems to catching and observing sea creatures, this hands-on camp is full of discovery and adventure

*Additional waiver must be signed to participate.

And a 5,6,7,8! Get moving with our Dances of World Camp! Great exercise for the body and mind – Learn a variety of dance styles and learn about the cultures and traditions that inspired them! Each day campers will be learning a different dance style from one of our instructors and will be able to show off the dance of their choice for family and friends at an end-of-the-week dance show!