Summer Camps Guide – North Orlando
Summer Camps Guide – North Orlando – If you’re looking for summer camps in Altamonte Springs, Longwood, Lake Mary, or Sanford, this is the summer camp guide for you. These summer camps, listed below, are located in North Orlando.
We have updated all of the summer camp listings and will be adding new summer camps throughout the spring, so be sure to check back anytime for new options!
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FEATURED LISTINGS
KaiPod Learning: Experience the magic of small group learning! Join KaiPod’s weekly summer STEAM programs for ages 8-16 in Winter Garden. Intentionally designed with a max of 12 kids per camp for an immersive experience. Enrichment, games, and facilitated fun by our amazing Learning Coaches. Explore themes: Animal Biomes, Desert Survival Skills, Youth Entrepreneurship, Jurassic World Passport Around the World, Fantasy & Superhero Writing, , Financial Literacy, and More!
All Kids Spanish: Take advantage of the summertime!!! Your child can learn Spanish from the comfort of your home! No traffic! No driving! We are offering a Private one-on-one Spanish Immersion Program and a Group Program that have different themes per day of the week.
Florida Film Academy: Florida Film Academy has served Central Florida Families for more than 10 years. We specialize in programming for kids and teens ages 7-12 and 13-18 in subjects like filmmaking, animation, Make up FX & Prosthetics, photography, Prop Design, Acting and so much more.
O2B Kids: O2B Summer Camp offers FUN first to every child every day, but rest assured that your child’s learning will never stop. Our integrated activity approach offers unprecedented variety in subjects such as Art, Science, Technology and Sports.
Little Linksters Summer Camp: Ages 7-18, Beginner to Advanced | Mount Dora Golf Club- Half Day 8:30-10:30 Full Day 8:30-12:30 (See Dates on Website) Golf is a great way to challenge yourself mentally and physically, enjoy the outdoors, learn new skills and make great new friends. Little Linksters is all about FUN! PGA Junior Golf Camps are offered at different times during the year, typically during school vacations. We offer a chance to learn for PGA credentialed instructors in a wide variety of camp options are are sure to work well for you and your children. We deliver a fun and safe environment for your child to learn the wonderful game of golf.
Kidiverse Field Trips: A great place to have your summer camp
FIELD TRIPS. What We Offer:
A fun, safe, and clean indoor play environment Wide variety of fun entertainment for children from babies to age 12! If you get the Tripverse II or Tripverse III package you will have a private party room for your group!
Orlando Science Center: Orlando Science Center’s popular Summer Camps program offers budding scientists in Preschool through 9th Grade the opportunity to explore exciting STEM themes in a safe and friendly environment! Due to our Member Pre-Sale, camps are already 50% full and the remaining spaces will go fast. Register soon to guarantee that your camper will participate in their favorite camp theme!
Orlando Magic Basketball Camps: Orlando Magic Youth Basketball Camps offer aspiring young players an immersive experience focused on improving your child’s game while also having fun! All camps include expert instruction with a 1:10 coach-to-player ratio, skill development, player evaluations and more. Every camper receives an Orlando Magic branded basketball, Magic swag and a ticket to an Orlando Magic home game! Boys and girls, ages 7-17, of all skill levels are welcome. Sessions fill up quickly, register your child today!
Seminole County Public Schools Extended Day: KidZone & Beyond (formerly Extended Day) offers before and after school child care, afterschool enrichment and summer camp. The program is designed to enrich children’s lives educationally, socially, culturally, emotionally, physically and to provide a safe and familiar setting for pre-kindergarten and elementary school children. We focus on meeting the needs of working parents by offering a safe, accessible, affordable program that is school based. We will achieve these goals through activities that allow for creativity, discovery and exploration.
UCP of Central Florida: At the UCP Summer Camp Programs children experience different things, develop new skills and have fun along the way. We foster an exciting and safe environment for kids of all abilities to create unforgettable summer memories. While they are taking part in unique experiences and adventures, they are also building self-esteem, developing interpersonal and leadership skills and making lasting friendships and memories.
Launch into Summer Camp: Launch Camp is a great way for your kids ages 5-13 to create awesome memories this Summer! Our camp is designed to give your kids the best experiences while creating a fun, energetic, and active environment. Let your kids party like Launch stars this summer at our awesome entertainment center. Between our awesome camp counselors and Launch attractions, your child will be sure to have the best summer ever with us!
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YMCA: Campers will enjoy our interactive curriculum that includes indoor and outdoor games, sports, character development, reading, and more! Dr. P. Phillips YMCA | Frank Deluca YMCA | Golden Triangle YMCA | J. Douglas Williams YMCA | Lake Nona YMCA | Osceola YMCA | Oviedo YMCA | Roper YMCA | South Orlando YMCA
Altamonte Springs
Patriot Aquatics: Summer Splash Camp at Lake Brantley Aquatic Center. In order to register, call and leave a message, or email admin@patriotaquatics.com. You will be contacted for registration.
City of Altamonte Springs Summer Camp: Summer time is a great time to play outdoors, learn new things and make new friends. The Altamonte Springs Recreation Summer Camp takes place at Westmonte Park and is limited to City residents. Children ages 6 to 12 can participate in our one-of-a-kind learning experience. Activities include arts and crafts, optional field trips, games, organized sports, movies and swimming. Programs such as gymnastics, swim team, splashball, tennis and cheerleading are also available to those who are interested. Registration is limited to City of Altamonte Springs residents only. Space is limited to 300 participants.
O2B Kids: O2B Summer Camp offers FUN first to every child every day, but rest assured that your child’s learning will never stop. Our integrated activity approach offers unprecedented variety in subjects such as Art, Science, Technology and Sports. Add in Neighborhood Time, Team-Building Fun and weekly Themed Events…and this will be a summer your child will remember forever!
Fun Multi-Sports Camp at All Stars Sportsplex: Full Day (7:30 am -6 pm) | Multi-Sports Program: Baseball, Softball, Soccer, Flag Football, Golf and more! Pro Players/Elite Coaching Staff and Staff that have experience with Kids ages 5-12, who want to learn OR are already playing sports. We include other fun activities such as water bounce houses and we have our own outdoor sports complex for the kids to play scrimmage games! All campers receive a dri-fit sports shirt and plenty of other fun giveaways throughout the summer from our community partners.
Brown’s Gym: Daily Gymnastics, Karate, Soccer, Cheer and/or Dance Instructions Included Featuring FULL DAY and HALF DAY Summer Camp Programs available to Girls & Boys ages 5 to 13 years* (Activities and Camp Themes Vary By Week)
Lake Mary
Central Florida Community Arts Summer Camps: Each summer, CFCArts offers a variety of exciting summer camps to children and teens! From arts camps for our preschool children to musical theatre intensives for our teens, these camps are designed to meet the students where they are. A fun, encouraging environment allows youth to explore the performing arts, work with talented, professional directors and choreographers, make new friends, and grow as a performer. Email youth@cfcarts.com for more information.
Mad Science: Mad Science sparks imaginative learning throughout the summer! Campers will watch a rocket launch, create inventions, build their own robots, engineer with LEGO bricks, concoct gooey SLIME, and more! Your child will be able to touch, see, hear, smell, and taste what science is really about through exciting hands-on experiments. We have FUN down to a Science!
Rock Band and Glee Club Camp: Rock Band (Ages 7+)
Glee Club (Ages 7+)
Rock City World Tour (Preschool – 1st Grade)
Designed for students of all levels, from beginners to seasoned artists, this program is taught by real musicians
B2R offers a dynamic atmosphere for male and female students to unlock their inner star!
Orlando Metro Gymnastics: Kidz Sports Day Camps are held during school holidays and summer. Our camps are offered to children ages 4-17. Camp hours are 7:30am-6:00pm however you can customize your days with our half day options. During our Kidz Sports Day Camp children will rotate thru different sports activities and games including gymnastics. Food and drink is not provided however snacks and drinks are available for purchase. Field Trips available at additional cost during our Summer Camps.
Champion Karate: Get ready to experience a variety of activities planned by our amazing coaches that will captivate and entertain your child with non-stop FUN! We offer 5 weeks of summer camp for ages 4-12. Each week will have a different exciting theme. Camp is open to members, siblings, and non-members. Grab your spot today!!!
The Learning Experience: The Learning Experience at Heathrow is offering campers ages 2 years – 10 years our all-inclusive Summer of Imagination summer camp program! Your camper will explore 10 thematic weeks of summer fun! Enjoy in-house, off-site, and virtual field trips in addition to our state-of-the-art curriculum! Make this summer one to remember at TLE Heathrow!
Kids Summer Camp at Champion Karate: Space is limited to 25 participants so we encourage you to sign up as soon as possible. 6 weeks of camp for ages 3-12; each week has an exciting theme. Camp is open to members, siblings and non-members. A variety of activities planned by our amazing coaches that will captivate and entertain your child with non-stop FUN. Pizza party every Friday.
Longwood
Kiddie Academy: Camp Adventure is designed for children up to age 12 and is another way Kiddie Academy gives your child Life Essentials. Children spend quality time participating in water play and physical fitness activities, and some age groups will have the ability to go on many fun and educational field trips throughout the summer. Each two week theme contains a variety of activities including Creative Arts, Creative Dramatics/Music/Movement, Language Arts, Math, Science and Character Education. Summer Camps Orlando
Hero Academy Martial Arts & Leadership: Our summer camp is about two things: FUN and GROWTH. We help kids develop confidence in themselves, respect for others, and focus for school – all while they smile, laugh, and experience healthy fitness. Plus, we’ll send you A Free report on “Building Your Child’s Confidence” We’re passionate about sharing this purpose with you and your child. That way they won’t just have tons of fun, they’ll become wiser & smarter too.
Sweetwater Summer Day Camp: Sweetwater Summer Day Camp was established in 1983 as a summer day camp program sponsored by the Episcopal Church of the Resurrection and open to the community. Our programs are designed for children ranging in the age of PreK to entering 6th grade. Daily activities include art, music, science explorations, swimming, canoeing and P.E. All activities take place in our air-conditioned facility as well on the grounds of our tree-shaded 10-acre campus right on Lake Brantley.
CampVentures Summer Camp: Our Summer Camp for School Age children is one of the best in town! We offer a wide range of activities guaranteed to peak your child’s interests and encourage exploration. Field trips include swimming, boat tours, a ride on the SunRail, and behind the scenes at many of your favorite businesses including the Police & Fire Departments! Of course, on in-house days we will have Art, 3-legged races, cooking demonstrations, and kickball tournaments too!
NFL Flag Summer Mini Season: Ball Class Flag Football League is excited to announce our 1-week summer mini-season. Each day the kids will be coached in fundamentals by some of Central Florida’s best football coaches. They will also compete in a 6-game regular season followed by a playoff to determine champions of each age division (NFL Flag rules applied). In addition, all players will go through player evaluations (“combines”) at the beginning and end of the mini-season. These “Combines” will test in 40 yard dash, shuttle, passing, receiving and more.
Ace Gymnastics: ACE Gymnastics Camp includes Gymnastics, arts & crafts, outdoor play, and Field Trips! Every day is filled with tons of activities aimed to give your child fun stories to share at the end of each day!
Summer Camp at Emotions Dance Inc: Emotions Dance and Drama Kids International brings you dance and musical theatre camps. Three camps offered with a different theme each week.
Rivers Edge Academy: Every year, our summer camp program inspires imaginations by carrying out a wide variety of age-appropriate theme-based activities including music, dance, sports, group games and arts and crafts. The goal is to turn your child’s ordinary summer into a summer of exciting exploration!
St. Stephen & Stepping Stones Summer Camp: Join us for an unforgettable summer experience at St. Stephen Lutheran Church! Dive into the world of music at our Music Camp or embark on a thrilling adventure at Vacation Bible School. Don’t miss out on the fun and learning – register now!
Maitland
Social Skills Camp: Social Bridges® invites your child to our interactive, VIRTUAL Social Skills 101 Camp! Our trained, professional facilitators use stories, games, and activities to teach core social-emotional skills via Zoom. Group members practice emotional regulation, conversation skills, good sportsmanship in a casual, peer-group setting. Camps are available for K-5th graders who are looking to build or practice the social skills needed for success at school, home, and within their community. Social Skills 101 is a great way to socialize and strengthen interpersonal skills, all while having fun!
Camp J: Since 1973, the Roth JCC of Greater Orlando has been home to an incredible summer camp in the heart of Maitland. The Roth JCC’s 12-acre campus in Maitland is the perfect site for a full, enriching camp experience. Our air-conditioned facility features a gymnasium, art studio, game room, and theater. But our outdoor facilities are what really make our camp experience. Your child will learn to swim in our Junior Olympic-size swimming pool, play ball on our athletic fields, shoot hoops on our outdoor basketball court, learn to serve on our tennis courts, get messy in our Science Pavilion, and strengthen gross motor skills on our state-of-the-art, age-appropriate playgrounds. Camp J offers programming for children entering kindergarten through tenth grade.
Lake Forrest Prep: Star Camp is open is any student who has completed kindergarten- fifth grade. As the school year ends, and you are exploring what to do with your children for the summer, Star Camp is the best place in Orlando! You can know that your child is safe in the hands of degreed teachers who have planned fun and educational activities for your child. Each week, the activities are centered around a theme. Students participate and enjoy activities like water exploration, outside play, arts and crafts, games, movies, scavenger hunts, and let’s not forget the field trips. Field trips are a weekly event. The star campers go bowling and swimming/skating each week. In addition to the bowling and swimming/skating, each Thursday they attend a field trip that aligns with the theme for the week. LFPS hires a chartered bus to take them on the field trips. For more info on Star Camp, please contact the Orlando private school at 407-331-5144
Orlando Magic Basketball Camps: Orlando Magic Youth Basketball Camps offer aspiring young players an immersive experience focused on improving your child’s game while also having fun! All camps include expert instruction with a 1:10 coach-to-player ratio, skill development, player evaluations and more. Every camper receives an Orlando Magic branded basketball, Magic swag and a ticket to an Orlando Magic home game! Boys and girls, ages 7-17, of all skill levels are welcome. Sessions fill up quickly, register your child today!
Maitland Montessori: Open to children 2 1/2 to entering third grade. The children will enjoy a continuation of their learning as they join us for a summer of fun. The cultural
area of the classroom will be transformed each week to reflect a different theme (see below). New number games and language activities will entice the children to further discover their world.
Celandine Life Prep Academy Summer Workshop: A summer camp for special needs children, Kindergarten through Young Adult! Activities include; team sports, bike day, water day, field trips, S.T.E.A.M., gardening and more!
Legacy Gymnastics Center: Legacy offers Summer Camp for ages 5-12 and Preschool camp for ages 3 & 4.
KidFest Young Filmmaker’s Summer Camp: Our annual KidFest Young Filmmakers’ Summer Camp and Movie Series allows young movie lovers the opportunity to see unique, side-splitting silent comedy classics to popular and unusual retro favorites and then make their own films! The KidFest Summer Movie Series offers film fans and children of all ages the rare opportunity to experience an exceptional selection of family-friendly movies.At our KidFest Young Filmmakers’ Summer Camp, students entering grades 5-9, can create their own movie and experience the art of filmmaking by studying cinematic techniques, learning about the exciting history of filmmaking, and diving into the production of an independent film. After wrapping the shoot, they can see their work projected on the big screen with their fellow filmmakers, family, and friends.
WPVC Volleyball Summer Camps: Join the Coolest Summer Camp in Central Florida! WPVC Boys/Girls All Skills Volleyball Summer Camp Ages 7-16! Campers will be excited to join in our interactive curriculum as our facilities are indoor and airconditioned. Campers will learn the values of teamwork, caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and endurance. If your child loves to play, learn, make new friends and do something different and exciting, this is the perfect camp for them.
Audubon Center for Birds of Prey Raptor Camp: Join the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey for Raptor Camp to learn all about birds of prey! Camp is 9 AM to 2 PM daily.
Orlando Sportsplex Mighty Camp: Exciting News! Mighty Camp is NOW OPEN to both members and non-members! We’re dedicated to ensuring that your kids stay active, engaged, and make new friends when they’re not in school. Mini Camp (Ages 3-6): Get ready for a world of weekly themed activities, creative crafts, swim lessons, water play, and more! Sports Camp (Ages 6-11): Your young athletes will enjoy a dynamic mix of games, tennis, Kid Fit and Fun, swimming, ice skating, skills & drills, and much more! Tennis Camp (Ages 10-15): Campers will hone their basic tennis skills and knowledge while having a blast with games and rules of tennis.
Asbury Early Learning Center: Summer camp for preschoolers ages 2-6years old.
Sanford
Central Florida Zoo: The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens has the wildest summer camp in town! Each day, campers will meet animals up close while learning about wildlife and conservation. Half day and full day camps available, May-August, Monday-Friday. Become a Central Florida Zoo Annual Passholder and receive a discount on summer camp! Summer camps are offered for children ages 5-12.
The Ritz Theater: A theatrical experience in a camp setting that culminates in a multi-faceted theatrical review presentation. Junior Camp, A theatre basics program culminating in an end of week afternoon performance. Senior Camp, a theatrical experience in a camp setting that culminates in a multi faceted theatrical review presentation.
Lochwood Academy Summer Musical Theater Camp: Come join us while we go Into the Woods. This junior version will being an exciting 2 weeks of rehearsal which will end with a performance.
WunderKid Academy: Believe It or Not! Summer Camp by WunderKid Academy. We’ll explore the weirdest, outrageous, silly, and unbelievable findings from around the globe (kid friendly of course). Your child will have a summer to remember while making great friends and learning too.
CampVentures Summer Camp: Our Summer Camp for School Age children is one of the best in town! We offer a wide range of activities guaranteed to peak your child’s interests and encourage exploration. Field trips include swimming, boat tours, a ride on the SunRail, and behind the scenes at many of your favorite businesses including the Police & Fire Departments! Of course, on in-house days we will have Art, 3-legged races, cooking demonstrations, and kickball tournaments too!
Bricks 4 Kidz: Bricks 4 Kidz® camps are a fresh and fun way for kids to spend their school breaks! Children will have a blast using LEGO® Bricks to build uniquely designed models, play games, and explore the world of engineering, architecture, robotics, and more in an open, friendly and team-based environment. Bricks 4 Kidz® camps keep the pace fast and varied with guided projects and challenges as well as time for free-play, so the kids are always having fun. Camp activities are specially designed for kids ages 5-12, built around themes kids love, like Amusement Parks, Space, Robotics and more. Screened, trained Bricks 4 Kidz® staff provide friendly, qualified supervision for your children, so you can rest assured they are safe and happy.
Learn to Row Camp: Interested in challenging yourself, meeting new people and learning an amazing new sport this summer? If so, our Learn to Row camp is for you! Open to middle and high school students, our camp teaches the basics of rowing and is a wonderful introduction to this competitive team sport. Register early to receive discounted pricing!
Mindful Music Center Summer Camps: Looking for an enriching and safe summer camp for your kids? We’ve got you covered! At Mindful Music Center’s Music and Art camp, students will learn the fundamentals of violin, piano, ukulele, singing, and percussion instruments in a group environment, or for more seasoned players, students will finesse their skills and reach a new level of musicianship. During the second half of the day, students will participate in Rock Band, and learn to play as a group, and also explore all aspects of art! We offer several examples for each lesson that caters to different aptitudes giving each individual the freedom to decide what they love most about art. Along with meeting other children, they will explore many techniques of art: History, Perspective, Lighting/shade, Brush technique,Value, Color theory, Portfolio building & intro to art careers and more fun-themed projects! The camp will also include crafts, fun music games, water play and sensory activities, and snacks. See the options below with themes, dates, and prices, to find the perfect group for your child!
In the Spotlight: We all love movies…but have we really dug deeper into them? This summer your child will delve into beloved movies discovering the science, art, and innovation within them with hands-on activities and engaging conversations. Each week we’ll focus on a particular kid’s movie and spotlight learning around it. Our spotlight learning will include gaming, robotics, inventions, outerspace, music and more!
Wekiva
Little Linksters: Ages 7-18, Beginner to Advanced | Wekiva Golf Club- Half Day 8:30-10:30 Full Day 8:30-12:30 (See Dates on Website)
Wekiva River Players: Wekiva River Players is Seminole County’s longest-running theater ensemble, performing continuously since 1993. From its beginnings WRP has served the community, not just providing theatrical entertainment, education and opportunities, but also giving back creatively to support important local causes through donations of time, money and talent. Over the years we’ve worked with a variety of charitable organizations, including our recent and ongoing involvement with Music for Melons, raising funds for breast cancer research.
Quest’s Camp Thunderbird:Since 1969, Quest’s Camp Thunderbird has been dedicated to providing recreational programs for adults with developmental disabilities, giving them a chance to learn key skills while making new friends and unforgettable memories. Each summer, nearly 400 camp guests 18 and over have the time of their lives participating in Camp Thunderbird’s variety of fun activities. From camping, swimming, nature studies and arts & crafts, to canoeing, archery, evening socials and sports & games, camp offers the same adventures available at other camp programs – but in a fully-accessible environment tailored to meet the diverse needs of the camp guests.
Casselberry
Rivers Edge Academy: Every year, our summer camp program inspires imaginations by carrying out a wide variety of age-appropriate theme-based activities including music, dance, sports, group games and arts and crafts. The goal is to turn your child’s ordinary summer into a summer of exciting exploration!
Camp Serendipity: We provide FUN on our campus with an Organized, Structured Day. Activities include our Interactive Floor, Arts & Crafts, Science/STEM Projects, fun in our Game Room, water days on the Pirate Ship, Nutritious Meals & Snacks, Warm & Engaging Teachers and Photos/Videos sent to you throughout the day.
North Orlando
OCA: OCA offers camps year round. When OCPS in not in session OCA will hold camp at various locations or at their main campus on Eli St in downtown Orlando. Camp is run by Qualified trained staff of teachers, teacher assistants, volunteers and therapist who have extensive knowledge of working with children with Autism and other disabilities. What makes OCA Camp so unique is that typical peers (CIT’s) provide age appropriate modeling in social skills training, language development and gross and fine motor movements.
Runway Summer Program (Ages 8-18+): Our Runway Summer Program is an intensive training for future models that would like to learn runway techniques and practice their walking and coordination skills. Some of these classes include Posture, coordination, walking techniques, stage presence, posing on the runway, how to manage/present different types of clothing on the runway/stage, and much more. The program is designed for girls between 8 to 18+ years old. Small group classes. Visit our website for more information.
Disclaimer: We do not endorse any of these summer camps, nor do we have personal knowledge of them. Please be sure to use this guide as just that…a guide. We have put this guide together based on our research of potential summer camps in the Central Florida area. Do your research and your homework to pick the best and most reputable summer camps for your children.
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Disclaimer: We do not endorse any of these summer camps, nor do we have personal knowledge of them. Please be sure to use this guide as just that…a guide. We have put this guide together based on our research of potential summer camps in the Central Florida area. Do your research and your homework to pick the best and most reputable summer camps for your children.
