Ultimate Guide to 2024 South Bay Summer Camps

Summer is just around the corner and our 2024 South Bay Summer Camp list is here to help you find the best camp for your kids. Looking for a Manhattan Beach Summer Camp? Redondo Beach Summer Camp? Torrance Summer Camp? Whether you want a camp on the beach or one inside coding robots, there is an option for everyone. Keeping kids busy during the summer can be a challenge, so we’ve put together this list of the best summer camps we could find in the South Bay! 

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Ultimate Guide to 2024 South Bay Summer Camps

Please note: Several Camps are still TBD. We will keep checking and update as we are notified of changes.

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General Camps in the South Bay 

FEATURED: Camp Awesome – Ages 4 – 13

Camp Awesome® is a drop off only beach summer program for children ages 4-13. We believe in campers being innovative and creative! By providing multiple activities, campers have the freedom to choose the activities they would like to participate in, creating an awesome experience for all.

FEATURED: Steve & Kates Camp – Ages 4 – 12

Since 1980, Steve & Kate’s has put kids in charge of their own learning experience. Kids ages 4–12 choose from a variety of activities in real-time including, sewing, coding, building, baking, sports, and more!

Families can buy any number of days, and use at any time–no weekly reservations required. Or, buy a Summer Pass, which covers the whole season. Either way, all unused Passes are automatically refunded at summer’s end. Lunch, snacks & all hours (8am–6pm) included.

FEATURED: Chadwick Summer Programs – Ages 4 – 17

Discover an array of summer camp options with Chadwick Summer Programs 2024. Dive into our 5-week Academic and Enrichment Programs, enjoy the excitement of our 2-week “Camp Splash” (Grades 1-4), explore our STEAM@theSea collaboration with AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, or engage in our Sports Camps. With flexible scheduling and transportation provided from the Beach Cities to our stunning Palos Verdes Campus, the possibilities for summer fun are endless.

FEATURED: City of Manhattan Beach – Parks and Recreation Department – Ages 5 – 17

The City of Manhattan Beach offers summer camps for ages 5-17 years that cater to every interest! From sports and fitness to robotics and coding, you’re guaranteed to find something your child will enjoy.

FEATURED: Manhattan Beach Police Department Explorer Program – Ages 14 – 19

Active in communities across the country, the Explorer Program is a rewarding volunteer program that allows youth to learn more about law enforcement while developing valuable leadership and life skills and giving service to the Police Department and the community. Young men and women will gain a better understanding of law enforcement functions and gain the academic and technical training needed to become future police officers.

FEATURED: RBEF Summer Sessions – Ages 11 – 13 (incoming 6th – 8th grade)

RBEF offers a wide range of 2-week enrichment classes for incoming 6th-8th grade students. Students can explore topics like Creative Writing for Podcasting, Introduction to Stock Trading, Public Speaking and Debate, Theatre Arts, and Compacted Math in workshops taught by RBUSD teachers. Through our partnership with SoCal ROC, we also offer a range of career and technical education workshops: Intro to EMT, Electrical Wiring, Adobe Photoshop, Cosmetology, Dentistry, Creature Sculpting. Free lunch available to all students enrolled on RUHS campus. Students can mix and match an early morning class with a late morning class.

FEATURED: Camp Lakota – Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles – Grades 2 – 12

The magic and fun of Camp Lakota awaits you! Nestled in Frazier Park, this Girl Scout camp is a hidden gem of classic camp activities. Lakota offers exciting opportunities for the first-time camper as well as the seasoned camper. From the thrill of horseback riding, swimming in the sparkling pool, zip lining, taking aim at archery, traveling across the low ropes, and enjoying new friendships around the flickering campfire, Lakota truly has something for everyone. With emphasis placed on teamwork and building community, campers develop strong bonds and leadership skills and make lifelong friends.

Riviera Kids Club Summer Camp – Ages 4 – 12

At Riviera Kids Club Summer Camp, your child will explore, play and create through diverse activities: arts & crafts, cooking, science, sports, dance, gymnastics, gardening and more! We are committed to provide a safe space for your children where they can discover new passions, have fun, feel empowered and gain confidence.

Peninsula Heritage Summer Fun N’ Games Camp – Ages 5- 15

This summer camp provides a safe, confidence-building space for children to learn and enhance their team-building and problem-solving skills through playing fun games throughout the Peninsula Heritage School campus. Activities include a multitude of games, water play on Fridays, ice cream breaks, and more! The camp runs from June 17 – August 16 2024.

YMCA – Ages K – 9th (Ages vary by location)  

For campers to engage in healthy, developmentally appropriate activities and learning opportunities, YMCA Summer Day Camps offer a secure and enjoyable environment. These camps emphasize having a good time while learning and fostering social and self-esteem via engaging in new activities. Weekly themes keep campers interested and provide them a framework for learning about themselves and their surroundings. For your child to enjoy the most amazing summer ever, they have a lot of possibilities!

Main Branch, 1000 Artesia Blvd, Gardena, CA 90248
Main Branch, 301 S Bandini St, San Pedro, CA 90731
Arlington Elementary School, 17800 Van Ness Avenue, Torrance, CA 90504
Edison Elementary School (includes after Summer School Day Camp), 3800 W 182nd St, Torrance, CA 90504
Hickory Elementary School, 2800 W 227th St, Torrance, CA 90505
Riviera Elementary School, 365 Paseo De Arena, Torrance, CA 90505
Seaside Elementary School, 4651 Sharynne Ln, Torrance, CA 90505
Victor Elementary School, 4820 Spencer Street, Torrance, CA 90503
Walteria Elementary School, 24456 Madison St, Torrance, CA 90505

Valley Park Day Camp – Ages 6 – 13

Valley Park Day Camp is an all day, week-long program for kids ages 6 to 13 between the hours of 8:00am – 4:00pm at Hermosa Beach’s Valley Park, 2515 Valley Drive. Day campers participate in a variety of activities such as sports, drama, cooperative games, crafts, beach activities and off-site excursions to encourage social, physical and creative development. An enthusiastic leadership staff of experienced camp counselors supervises all activities. Counselor to camper ratio is 1:10.

Adventure Camp at AdventurePlex – Ages 4 – 12

You want the best for your kids, so give it to them with every school break! Adventure Camp has been repeatedly voted “Best Camp” in the Easy Reader’s “Best of the Beach” awards for helping kids do what they love—have fun! What they don’t realize is that the rock climbing, arts and crafts, play structure fun and Sports Court games are developing healthy habits, building self-esteem and teaching social skills—that’s the AdventurePlex way!

Peninsula Day Camp & Swim School – Ages 4 – 12

Day Camp is about the traditional day camp experience of making new friends and developing life skills through fun activities. The activities are simply the tools by which campers gain self-esteem, confidence, personal growth and respect for others. Amid the fun and excitement, campers learn fundamentals in a variety of activities, good sportsmanship, and the thrill of accomplishment. Camp activities included games, activities and sports. There is also an academic camp option that invites kids to explore different themes each week.

The Little Gym – Ages 3 – 12

Seasonal day camps at The Little Gym help your child combat the summer heat indoors with physical exercise, gymnastics, arts and crafts, and games. They offer two programs, one for young kids ages 3 to 8 and another for bigger kids ages 6 to 12, that focuses more on gymnastics skill building.

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Sports & Activity Camps in the South Bay 

FEATURED: BeachSports Beach, Surf & Skate Camps – Ages – 4 – 14

Offering Beach, Surf, Volleyball, Junior Lifeguard & Skate Camps!
Private Surf and Volleyball lessons!
Beach Birthday Parties Year Round!
29 Years Strong
Safety & Fun, Ocean & Ecology Education, Respect for our Beaches & Community

FEATURED: Tall Ship Island Adventure Sea Camp – Ages 7 – 17

Your camper can spend the summer on the beautiful California coast in a way most people never experience through the Los Angeles Maritime Institute’s Tall Ship Island Adventure Sea Camp! We offer some of the most memorable camp options in Southern California with three Explorer Day Camp sessions in Long Beach (ages 7-10) and nine 5 or 12-day Sleepaway Camp sessions out of San Pedro (ages 10-17). Campers have fun in a safe and supportive environment, and no sailing experience is necessary. We provide all that and more as we guide them in setting and adjusting sails, keeping the ship on course, and more – including a variety of ocean-based recreational activities. Learn more and register today at lamitopsail.org/seacamp!

FEATURED: Perfect Day Surf Camp – Ages 4 – 17

We offer surf camps for ages 4-17, junior guard prep camps and a beach camp. We offer full and half day and you can schedule by the day or the week! We are in Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Torrance and Santa Monica. We also have a surf moms class and non-profit Perfect Days for less privileged.

FEATURED: Camp Have A Blast – Ages 6 – 15

Get Ready for the ULTIMATE Summer Camp at Camp Have-A-BLAST! Experience all the best coolest Battle Games with your friends both outdoors and inside an EPIC Video Game Command Center! Gear up and prepare for 8 days of Nerf, Gel Blaster, & Laser Tag Battles, with Capture the Flag Dodgeball, Z-Tag, Video Game Trucks and more!!! Battle Party LA partners with Game Truck LA to provide an unforgettable 8 days of adrenaline pumping outdoor friendly competitive battle games alongside Game Truck LA’s Premium Mobile Video Game Command Centers!

Spring Training Sports Camps – Ages 4 – 12

Campers describe their experiences at Spring Training Sports Camps as “Best. Camp. EVER!” For 20 years Spring Training has been the South Bay’s leader for summer sports camps that are intentionally designed for all ages and abilities. All Spring Training events are led by youth development expert coaches who design safe, structured, engaging, and fun experiences using a winning model that keeps kids coming back year after year and gives parents the peace of mind that their child is safe and having a great time with their friends.

Breathe & Learn Kids Yoga Camp – Ages 5 – 11

Check out the South Bay’s only health and wellness summer camp. Along with energizing activities like yoga relay races and beach games, your child may anticipate more relaxing pursuits like crafts, journaling, and meditation on the sand. You can be confident that your child is receiving a lot of help and encouragement because class sizes are always limited.

Aqua Surf Camp – Ages 5 – 17

Aqua Surf offers fun, safe, and educational surfing programs for kids and teens all summer long (Monday – Friday). They offer a flexible camp program with by-the-day, or by-the-week options. They have a 3 to 1 ratio of students to teachers, to ensure the highest quality safety practices and personalized attention for each camper. This helps them empower campers to gain greater confidence, build lifelong skills, create treasured memories and have an epic summer.

LA Galaxy Youth Camps – Ages 6 – 16

LA Galaxy Youth Soccer Camps provide a platform for players ages 6-16 and all levels of ability to play soccer in a challenging and exciting environment. Their professional USSF Certified Youth Coaching Staff create a unique atmosphere for all players to receive the highest coaching instruction while enjoying being developed as a soccer player.

Summer Horsemanship Camp with Ocean View Riding School – Ages 6 – 17+

Explore the wonderful world of horses this summer! The goal of this summer camp is to help students become confident and independent riders and develop positive and responsible horsemanship skills. In addition to significant riding time, the activity and learning focus for all camps revolves around horse careers and each day will be focused on a different aspect of working with horses.

Palos Verdes Breakers Summer Camps – Ages K – 8th

Breakers basketball camp incorporates the learning of basketball fundamentals into fun skill-building drills and activities. After experiencing their camp your child will leave with more basketball skills and basketball IQ. The camp goal is to foster individual basketball skills, accomplish individual basketball goals, and instill the competitive desire to compete.

Aerial Gymnastics Club – Ages 5 – 12

AGC offers weekly gymnastics camps all summer long for kids ages 5 to 12. Each camp week has a colorful theme and offers fun activities like dress-up days, games, water play Kona ice, and more. There are both half-day and full-day choices.

Freedom Surf Camp – All ages

The main goals of Freedom Surf Camps are to introduce your children to the genuinely fantastic experience of surfing, help them adopt a healthy lifestyle, and prepare them for ocean safety. They provide a wide range of options and locations around Los Angeles, including beaches in Malibu, Manhattan Beach, and Venice/Santa Monica.

Champ Camp – Ages 4 – 12

From skateboarding to boogie boarding at Champ Camp kids can hit the beach or park depending on whether they prefer wheels or waves. No matter what, they are guaranteed a fun and exciting experience building skills and making friends.

Peter Weber Equestrian Center – Ages 3 – 12

Kids will learn the fundamentals of horsemanship as well as gaining knowledge about the care and maintenance of various ranch animals, such as alpacas, rabbits, goats, chickens, and pigs. They have several camp options based on age and they even offer a Mommy and Me camp.

Jack Kramer Club Tennis Camp –  Ages 4 – 12

Summer tennis camp provides kids with the opportunity to build tennis skills at a variety of levels. Campers can also enjoy pool and play time at the end of the day. Membership is required to register for camp.

Sinjin Smith Beach Volleyball Camp – Ages 5 – 15

They are a non-profit beach volleyball program designed to instruct your children in volleyball principles and teamwork. To provide your child the most enjoyable and interesting experience possible, they collaborate with knowledgeable coaches and professionals. You can opt to register for Sand and Sea or Beach Volleyball, where your youngster can practice surfing and play a ton of entertaining activities.

Redondo Beach Youth Foundation Sailing Camp – Ages 8 – 18

From beginners to those with some experience on a boat, this camp offers an unparalleled experience helping kids develop string seamanship skills as well as gaining confidence. There are a variety of program options depending on age and skill level. All campers must pass a swim test on the first day.

Peninsula Sports Camps – Ages 5 – 14

Over 70,000 kids have attended basketball, soccer, and baseball programs offered by The Peninsula Sports Camps since its founding in 1972. The camp’s director, Tom Maier, is a well-known basketball coach in the South Bay with more than 700 victories and four CIF titles. He has a teaching certificate and a master’s degree in physical education with a focus in sports management from USC. Full and half day options are offered for all camp programs.

PV Surf Camp – Ages 4 – 14

P.V. Surf offers various programs depending on age and skill level. The range of programs begins with the participant who is not quite ready to start surfing (these participants will receive one-on-one support in the water at all times), up to the intermediate surfer who wants to improve on their skills.

Wavehuggers Surf Camp – Ages 5 – 17

Got a Little Mermaid who’s looking for some after-school adventure, or maybe an aspiring pirate who’s a little low on vitamin Sea? Wavehuggers is excited to offer young ocean lovers (ages 5 to 17 years old) with the opportunity to learn the basics of surfing in Huntington Beach.

Girl Scout Day Camp: Marine Landing – K – 8th grade

Located in Long Beach, Marine Landing offers unique programming focusing on paddle sports, marine science, and Girl Scout traditions. The calm waters of Alamitos Bay offer the perfect location for beginning paddlers to learn new skills and an expansive landscape for expert mariners to seek new challenges. Staff and campers alike are dedicated to creating memories that last a lifetime with the ocean as your backdrop. Swim. Paddle. Laugh. Repeat.

Girl Scout Day Camp:  El Ranchito K – 8th grade

Tucked away in the charming suburbs of Long Beach, El Ranchito is a tree-lined high adventure day camp, where girls are encouraged to take safe risks that boost bravery and promote goal setting. Exciting, confidence-building outdoor activities include archery, low ropes, and a 32-foot climbing tower.

West End Sports Camp – Ages 5 – 11 

West End Sports Camp will provide your child with fun, friendship, and excitement while giving you peace of mind that your child will be spending their glorious summer days in a safe, nurturing and athletically based camp environment. Sports activities include tennis, racquetball, swimming, field games and more.

Paul Krumpe Soccer Academy – Ages 5 – 12

PKSA is back for Summer 2024 with five soccer camps! These will take place at Bert M. Lynn Middle School in Torrance. Campers will work on progressing their soccer skills while they develop new friendships and connections. The camp runs from June 17 to August 2, 2024.

Super Moverz – Ages 5 – 12

Camps allow kids to work in teams, build sports skills, and get fit while playing the most amazing adventure games ever created! Also, kids get plenty of time with the zip lines, rope swings, water games, and more.

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Cooking Camps in the South Bay 

From Scratch Bakers – Ages 8 – 12 (TBA)

Chef Arm’s From Scratch Bake Sessions promote baking techniques from basic to advanced. In addition to reviewing the basic history and science of baking, kids will practice proper kitchen safety included knife skills, preparation, and professional kitchen etiquette–all while having a blast whipping up delicious desserts.

Art Camps in the South Bay 

Indivisible Arts Summer Camp – Ages 7 – 17

Indivisible Arts’ hybrid creativity and emotional intelligence camps blend excitement, fun, and freedom with wisdom and problem-solving tools to help kids meet life on life’s terms. Camp classes and offerings include photography, painting, resin, spray paint, mixed medium and more. Kids can also get creative with music, try yoga, and just have fun with water play.

Art Zone – Ages 3 and Up

Art Zone offers half day camps that are fun and exciting with new ideas and creative experimentation happening every day. Each day, instructors guide kids step by step through the process of creating a wonderful art project, paying close attention to individual interests and abilities. In addition to guided projects, your child will enjoy so many other open-ended rich play activities including: Clay Table, Finger Painting, Spray Bottle Painting, Goop Table, Dress Up, Sand and Water-room Kitchen. The camp program is flexible with 3-hour and 4-hour options that allow you to select single days and build your own schedule.

South Bay Art Department Summer Art Camps & Classes – Ages 5 – 16

South Bay Art Dept. provides summer art camps and classes to give children and teens an opportunity to express themselves creatively through a variety of mediums, and make meaningful artwork they can take pride in. If your child wants to strengthen their artistic abilities this summer, these camps and classes are perfect!

AR Workshop Torrance Summer ARt Camp – Ages 7 – 14

Summer ARt Camps promote creativity and hands-on STEAM learning in a fun and social environment that provides kids with the tools and materials to enjoy a hands-on crafting experience. Morning and Afternoon camps are available from June-August!

Tinkering Camp – Ages 7 – 12

Tinkering Camp teaches children the skills they need to turn their wildest imaginings into robust items made from wood, plastic, metal, and fabric. The campers will enjoy activities that encourage socialization and cooperation while building projects on their own to a group theme. With a 5:1 camper to facilitator ratio, the workshop provides a supportive environment for personal growth through skills development and creative construction. They also offer a Counselor in Training program for ages 13 – 18.

Science – STEM /STEAM and Nature in the South Bay 

FEATURED: Code Ninjas El Segundo Summer Camps – Ages 5 – 13

Code Ninjas El Segundo is excited to host both AM and PM camps this summer, giving you the flexibility to create a full-day camp experience for your child! When you enroll in both AM & PM camps, a 30-minute meal break is added in between the transition of morning and afternoon sessions.

Campers 8-13 years old have 8 camp options. New options this summer include kid-friendly topics at the forefront of today’s technology like AI, ESports, Roblox, Minecraft, Robotics, and more! Jr. Campers 5-7 years old have 5 camp options, including the introductions to the world of STEM through Roblox, Minecraft, Inventing, and Coding.

FEATURED: Rolling Robots – Ages 5 – 15

Dive into a world where fun meets the future at Rolling Robots, offering kids aged 5-15 the ultimate adventure in robotics and coding. With over 20 stimulating STEM camps, there’s something for every young tech enthusiast eager to explore. Ignite your child’s passion for innovation and watch their skills soar. Let the summer be unforgettable with Rolling Robots where learning and enjoyment collide!

FEATURED: Dig It Torrance – Ages 4 – 12

Dig It Torrance is an 8,000 sq. ft. STEM-inspired, indoor play space themed around construction. Our summer camp offers all children, ages 4-12, a safe, clean, interactive environment to explore and learn how to build the world around them through PLAY. Activities led by our highly-trained staff include science, art, junior engineering, active play and much more!

FEATURED: Camp Galileo – Ages – Rising K – 8th

At Camp Galileo, every week is a one-of-a-kind adventure full of engaging STEAM projects, collaborative design challenges and classic camp fun, from silly skits to face painting to pie throwing. Grounded in the acclaimed Galileo Innovation Approach, our hands-on activities and outdoor games cultivate essential skills—including collaboration, perseverance and creative confidence—that last long after summer ends.

Two South Bay Locations in Manhattan Beach (Robinson Elementary) and Palos Verdes (Montemalaga Elementary). Optional extended care 8am-6pm. Learn more: www.galileo-camps.com or 800-854-3684.

PlanetBravo – Grades K – 9th

From the beginning, PlanetBravo’s award-winning summer camp has always been about giving kids a fun, confidence-boosting experience where they can explore and develop new multimedia skills with their friends. Whether it’s learning to code, making movies, modding Minecraft, or building robots, our kids are using their summers to do incredible things with technology at camp.

Aquarium of the Pacific – Ages 7 – 12 (TBA)

Dive into fun this summer! The Aquarium of the Pacific offers camps feature exciting animal interactions, tours, crafts, games, and experiments.

California Science Center – Grades Pre-K – 8th

This popular hands-on science camp offers a variety of activities based on age with morning, afternoon, or full-day options. No matter what schedule you choose, kids will spend the summer exploring and making exciting discoveries.

Destination Science – Ages 5 – 11

Destination Science is a warm, wonderful environment where kids feel comfortable making connections with others! From superhero physics to dino bots and astronaut camp, there are so many exciting options to choose from no matter what science peaks your kids curiosity.

South Bay Eco Kids – Ages 7 – 10

South Bay Eco Kids is a program of TeachingGreen, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people love and protect our natural world. At Eco Kids Camp, children get to engage with nature where they can thrive. No computers, no smart phones, no man-made playground equipment. Just trees and ponds, insects and wildlife, waiting to be discovered and explored.

iD Tech Camps – Ages 7 – 18

iD Tech offers day and overnight summer camps for aspiring programmers, app developers, video game designers, engineering, filmmakers, photographers, and more.  Camp locations include Loyola Marymount University, Marymount California University, & CSU Long Beach.

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Performing Arts, Music & Dance in the South Bay 

FEATURED: Music Rhapsody Summer Camp – Grades K – 8th

Experience new instruments, make new friends, play musical games, and even participate in a concert at our unique music day camp. Try instruments like xylophones, metallophones, and other exciting percussion. Take daily lessons in instruments such as recorder, piano, guitar, ukulele, flute, or saxophone. Sing, dance, or try your hand at musical theater. Come find out why students return year after year to music camp! From beginners to advanced, this offers something for all levels of ability. Early bird camp tuition available through April 15!

FEATURED: 3D Summer Camp (Dance, Destinations & Discovery) at Dance 1 – Ages 4 – 13

We offer a full day 9-2:30pm camp for kids ages 6-11, a half day 9-12pm camp for kids ages 4-6 and an all new teen only camp 9-2:30pm for ages 11-13. All of these camps include crafts, games, fun, walking fieldtrips (only full day camps), and, of course, dance (ballet, jazz, lyrical, hip hop, and musical theater). Each day is a different theme (from movie day to pajama day and so much more). Come make some new friends and dance the summer away……

Coast Music Summer Programs – Ages 7 and up

Summer programs at Coast Music include various themed weeks like band camp, music skills camp, musical theatre camp, guitar camp and more. They offer multi-camp discounts so you can save by signing up for multiple sessions throughout the summer.

Emily Moore Music – Ages 6 – 13

Kids will fall in love with music at their creative music camps for children in Elementary and Middle School. They offer camps for beginners (no prior experience needed!) and more advanced children who are already studying an instrument. Each week-long camp culminates in a class project and their max class size is 6 campers for a highly individualized experience.

Launch Dance Center – Ages 3 – 18 (TBA)

Launch Dance Center provides summer camps for all ages and levels! For younger dancers, they have half day options with exciting themes, such as Encanto, Wilderness Explorer, and more! They also offer a Summer Dance Sampler, perfect for any kids or tweens looking to try different styles of dance. For more experienced dancers, the Professional Development Intensive is a great way for them to refine and advance their technique.

McNulty School of Irish Dance Culture Camp – Ages 5 – 17

The McNulty School Of Irish Dance hosts summer camps with Irish music, mythology, language, dance, art, storytelling, sports, history, geography, and more!

The Academy of Dramatic Arts Camp – Ages 3 – 14 (TBA)

Singing, dancing, acting games, dress-up days, arts & crafts, and themed obstacle courses are just some of the awesome activities your child will enjoy at this fun and creative musical theater experience. Camps culminate in a musical theater showcase based on the camp’s theme! Age groups: 3-5 yr, 6-10 yr, and 10-14 yr.

School of Dance and Music – Ages 2.5 – 6.5 (TBA)

Choose from 1-week Summer Camps designed to give kids a sampling of dance styles including Hip Hop and Jazz , as well as Cheer, Tumbling, and Yoga. Summer Dance Classes and Music Lessons are also available for kids of all ages.

Emerging Artists Musical Theater Camp for Kids  – Ages 4 and up

Students will enjoy learning all about the stage. From performing skills to costume design: they will sing, dance, act, craft, and more. There is a mini-musical performance at the end of each camp week for family and friends.

Religious Camp in the South Bay 

FEATURED: Camp Menorah and Camp Tuvia – Ages 2 – 16

Camp Menorah and Camp Tuvia are the oldest Jewish day camps in the South Bay! With programs for preschoolers and kinder (Camp Tuvia) as well as school-age campers, preteens, and teens (Camp Menorah), our summers are all about fun, building community, and RUACH (spirit). Music, sports, arts and crafts, water days, field trips, beach days, color wars, and more – it’s all KEF (fun) at Menorah!

Camp Gan Izzy – Ages 5 – 11

Camp Gan Israel, under the auspices of the Jewish Community Center – Chabad – is part of the largest and fastest growing network of Jewish day camps in the world. Gan Israel enjoys a well-earned reputation as a trendsetter with innovative ideas, creative programs and new activities.

Educational, Learning & Language in the South Bay 

FEATURED: Sylvan Summer Learning – Ages 4 – 18

Enroll your child at Sylvan this summer for Math, Reading, Beginning Reading, Writing, SAT and ACT Prep and more! We keep learning fun and scheduling very flexible to help fit around other camps and vacations. Call today to learn more and register your child for summer!

FEATURED: Yak Academy Spanish Cooking and Art Camp – Ages 3 – 10

Summer of Fun Spanish Camps. Interactive and Play-Based Camps, with weekly interactive themes for kids. Weekly Cooking, Art and Active Play, while immersed in Spanish. Campers Ages 3-10 yrs old.

FEATURED: Camp RAD – Grades 4 – 7

Camp RAD is an all-encompassing academic prep camp with personalized instructional support of Math and English, balanced with art, crafts, and outdoor games. Hosted by MBMS teacher, Chris Chao, it’s the perfect way to review and get ahead for the school year while having FUN!

E-Bike Sense Safety Training Course – Ages 11 – 16

In just one engaging two hour session, we educate and inspire young e-bike and e-scooter riders to prioritize safety without sacrificing fun! This class includes practical classroom education on rules of the road, followed by drills in a safe space, then 45 minutes of road time where students transfer their skills. Small group learning – max of 5 students.

Best In Class Education Torrance – Ages 5 – 14

In-person 6-week summer camp is a great opportunity for K-8th graders to stay sharp, learn, and have fun in a non-screen live format 5 days/week. The academic camp (morning) will prepare students for the upcoming year with instruction in Next-level+ Math, Next-level English and Creative Writing. The enrichment camp (afternoon) will be full of creative pursuits like arts, drama, speech, and exercise. Sign-up for either half-day or full day option and give your kids 6 weeks of active, educational, and enriching summer activities away from home and screens.

Spanish in Action – Manhattan Beach – Ages 4 – 9

At this Spanish Immersion Camp your kids will be totally immersed and learning a ton of Spanish while having a blast, giving special emphasis on acquiring the language through extended game playing, singing songs, dancing, arts and crafts, storytelling, pretend stores, acting, and using their five senses in order to learn to converse in Spanish.

A Journey to Brazil Summer Camp – Ages 5 – 10

Join the ArteLuta Capoeira Academy in Lomita, CA for a dynamic and fun-filled exploration of Brazil, one of the most diverse and spectacularly beautiful countries in South America. The summer camp is a full day (9am-2pm) of fun and educational activities for ages 5-10 celebrating Brazil and the amazing flora and fauna of the Amazon Rainforest. Kids will play capoeira (martial art), soccer, learn maculelê drumming and dancing. There will also be arts and crafts, storytelling, slime creation, screenprinting, and animal mask making. We will spend ample time both indoors and outdoors. Kids will also make and eat their own pizzas at Rizzo’s on the last day of camp.

Special Needs Camps in the South Bay 

Camp Nugget – Ages 5 – 12

Camp Nugget at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB), has served thousands of children with disabilities for over 50 years. The program offers children positive opportunities to enjoy and successfully participate in physical activity, games, sports and aquatic experiences that may be limited to them in other programs. The camp offers small camp to staff ratios and small group settings.

Camp Kesem at Long Beach State – Ages 6 – 18 (geared towards kids who have loved ones affected by cancer)

Camp Kesem serves children who have lost a parent to cancer, have a parent undergoing cancer treatment, or whose parent is a cancer survivor. Serving children ages 6 to 18, campers experience a warm and loving environment with other children who have similar life experiences. This community provides the foundation for confidence building, improved communication skills, enhanced life outlook and attitude.

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