The Mom Connection

Summer Camps

FEATURED SUMMER CAMPS

ALABAMA

Dauphin Island Sea Lab, Dauphin Island, AL

251-861-2141

https://www.disl.edu

The Discovery Hall Programs offer a variety of programs for your children during the summer, ranging from single-day programs to residential camps and academic courses

CONNECTICUT

Board and Brush Creative Studio, Mystic, CT

860-325-1650

https://boardandbrush.com/mystic

Bulldog Swim Academy, New Haven and Orange, CT

https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/bulldogswimacademy/booking

New Haven’s best swim academy. Teaching water safety and swimming skills to children from 4 months to 12 years.

Bushy Hill Nature Center, Ivoryton, CT

860-767-0848

https://bushyhill.org

Incarnation Camp, Ivoryton, CT

860-767-0848

https://incarnationcamp.org

Pequot Sherwood Day Camp, Ivoryton, CT

860-767-0848

https://psdaycamp.org

Camp Gordyland (Riverbrook YMCA), Wilton, CT

203-762-8384 x 277

City Climb Gym, New Haven, CT

203-891-7627

http://www.cityclimbgym.com/

Crystal Theatre, Norwalk, CT

203=838-7150

https://www.crystaltheatre.org

Greenwich Parks and Recreation, Greenwich, CT

203-622-7814

https://www.greenwichct.gov/149/Parks-Recreation

Guilford Art Center, Guilford, CT

203-453-5947

http://guilfordartcenter.org/

Horizons at New Canaan Country School, New Canaan, CT

203-972-7005

https://www.horizonskids.org

Intensive six-week summer program, which provides up to 300 children in kindergarten through 9th grade a chance to have new experiences, meet new friends, take part in academic, art, and music classes, eat nourishing breakfasts and lunches, learn to swim — all while becoming part of a diverse community of caring teachers and staff.

Hamden Ninja Academy, Hamden, CT

203-671-1345

King School, Stamford, CT

203-322-3496, x 500 & 522

https://www.kingschoolct.org/campus-life/summer-institute​

​Make this summer a time for discovering new skills,exploring new subjects & having loads of fun.Register your son or daughter today for Summer Institute (SI) at King School’s 34-acre North Stamford campus.Dozens of academic courses arts & sports sessions.Kindergarten -Grade 12 from CT & NY. Sessions run 1,2, 3 or 6 weeks at a time (all 6-week courses & some 3-week courses earn academic credit).

Maritime Rowing Club, Norwalk, CT

203-854-5492

Mystic Aquarium

860-572-5955

https://www.mysticaquarium.org

Mystic Museum of Art, Mystic, CT

860-536-7601

New Haven Academy of Performing Arts, East Haven, CT

475-238-8119

https://www.nhaopa.com

At NHAOPA we understand how confusing it can be trying to find the right place for your child and the most affordable for your family. We truly believe that Summer Theatre should be a positive experience that your child will never forget. Our staff continues to make sure we offer the BEST education for your child and the ​ BEST value to you and your family!

School Days Preschool, Trumbull, CT

203-261-2594

Stamford Ninja Academy, Stamford, CT

475-434-0097

The Country School, Madison, CT

203-421-3113

https://www.thecountryschool.org/community/summer-fun-and-learning-2022

The Country School is pleased to offer an array of fun, enriching, week-long summer camps as well as programs that meet regularly throughout the summer. Follow your passions and discover new ones!

Windsor Ninja Academy, Windsor, CT

860-200-5129

DELAWARE

Brandywine Zoo, Wilmington DE

302-571-7747

http://www.brandywinezoo.org/

Centreville Layton School, Centreville, DE

302-571-0230

https://centrevillelayton.org/admissions/ls-ms-summer-program

Delaware Dance Company, Newark, DE

302-738-2023

https://delawaredancecompany.org

Olympiad Gymnastics. Wilmington, DE

302-636-0606

FLORIDA

Alexander Montessori School, Miami, FL

Ludlam Road Campus 305-235-3995

Old Cutler Road Campus 305-233-4540

Palmetto Bay Campus 305-969-1814

Red Road Campus 305-665-6274

https://www.alexandermontessori.com

Brush Tips Studio, Tarpon Springs, FL

727-940-7373

https://www.brushtips.studio/tarpon-springs-studio-calendar

Carrollwood Cutural Center, Tampa, FL

813-269-1310

http://www.carrollwoodcenter.org/camp-activities/

Cox Science Center and Aquarium, West Palm Beach, FL

561-832-1988

https://www.coxsciencecenter.org

Iron Horse Stables & Riding Trails, Cantonment, FL

850-982-0954

https://www.iron-horse-stables.com

Jacksonville Country Day School, Jacksonville, FL

904-641-6644

https://www.jcdssummercamp.com

Are you ready for summer? Because JCDS certainly is, and we want you to join us! Come swim, play, learn, and grow in one of our 60+ programs this season. Camps are offered on a weekly basis  and open to campers from Pre-K 4 through 6th grade. JCDS summer camp is entering its 53rd season, and 2023 will be the best yet!

Just Dance Inc, Jupiter & Hobe Sound, FL

561-398-2096

McKenzie’s Camp Deep Pond (Boys & Girls Clubs of NE Florida), Hilliard, FL

904-913-8100

https://www.bgcnf.org/camp-deep-pond

​Helps young people achieve positive life outcomes using a youth development program that helps to promote leadership, character, health, and career development. Generous community support and extensive collaboration allows us to help Northeast Florida’s least advantaged young people achieve solid, measurable, positive life outcomes.

Morning Meadow Preschool and Kindergarten, Gainesville, FL

352-339-1417

http://morningmeadow.com/

Museum of Discovery & Science, Fort Lauderdale, FL

954-467-6637

http://mods.org/

Science. Affordable. Fun. Educational SCIENTASTIC SUMMER STEM experience for ages 6-12 at Camp Discovery, sponsored by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. It’s the ultimate age-appropriate camp experience with interactive exploration and learning in the coolest camp environment, including a weekly IMAX film on South Florida’s BIGGEST screen! Visit mods.org/summercamp

Naples Performing Arts Center, Naples, FL

239-325-8789

Orlando Science Center, Orlando, FL

407-514-2000

Palm Beach Skate Zone. Lake Worth, FL

561-963-5900

https://www.pbskatezone.com

Serendipity Learning Center, Casselberry, FL

407-262-0010

https://www.serendipitylearning.center

Providing summer fun for campers ages kindergarten-5th grade. 

Suncoast Stables, Odessa, FL

813-368-0666

http://www.suncoaststable.com/

Horsemanship camps are offered during spring break,summer & winter holidays for ages 7-17. “Tiny Tots” camps are offered for ages 4-6.Campers will learn about horses,do fun activities 7 get to ride.Held rain or shine,it’s a great way to stay active & make new friends.

The Cake Lady Custom Cakes, Fort Pierce, FL

772-242-8128

https://www.thecakeladybakes.com

The First Tee of North Florida, St. Augustine, FL

904-810-2231

Camp coaches introduce the fundamentals of the game of golf while seamlessly integrating our dynamic, activity-based First Tee Curriculum with the primary goal of having fun!!! Offered at several program locations throughout the year, First Tee – North Florida’s camps offer a safe, nurturing environment where participants will explore new ways to succeed on and off the golf course.

Warren Willis Camp & Conference Center, Fruitland Park, FL

352-787-4345

Look no further than Warren Willis Summer Day Camps! Our week-long camps are perfect for first to sixth-grade students eager to explore their faith, discover new interests, enhance their skills, and grow in ways they never thought possible. With Warren Willis Summer Day Camps, you can be confident that your child will have an adventure-filled summer packed with fun and learning. Please don’t wait to plan your child’s unforgettable summer with us!

GEORGIA

Atlanta Juniors Rowing, Roswell, GA

770-835-5769

https://www.atlantajuniors.com

Aussie Kids Golf Academy (Atlanta GA Metro)

Buckhead  404-812-6808    Johns Creek  770-814-8440    Alpharetta   404-812-6808    Cross Creek   404-812-6808

Camp Blue Ridge, Clayton, GA

706-746-5491

Camp Blue Ridge is ​​family owned & operated,activity-oriented,coed,sleep away camp in North Georgia! CBR offers 2,5, & 7 week options for campers 6-16.Campers have the opportunity to participate in over 55 on-campus activities in the areas of aquatics,athletics,outdoor adventure, and the cultural arts. Come join our camp family!

Courtnay & Rowe Music Academy, metro Atlanta

770-690-9968

https://www.courtnayandrowe.com

Junior Zookeeper Day Camp, North Georgia Wildlife Park, Cleveland, GA

706-348-7279

http://www.northgeorgiazoo.com/zoo-day-camp.html

McGinnis Woods School, Alpharetta, GA

770-664-7764

Offering an exciting Alpharetta summer camp program in the Alpharetta, Johns Creek and Cumming, GA area. The summer camp is available to both McGinnis Woods and others. The curriculum for each summer is planned by a committee of teachers from our school to ensure that the program is fun, active, and educational. Children enjoy a wide variety of activities including both outside physical activities and creative indoor play. All campers will take an exciting field trip each week, using McGinnis Woods Country Day School buses. Every seat on every school bus has a seat belt. Guest speakers and active campus theme days round out each week.

National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force, Pooler, GA

912-748-8888

http://www.mightyeighth.org/

North Georgia Academy of Dance, Suwanee, GA

678-200-7650

http://www.northgaofdance.com/

State Botanical Garden of Georgia (UGA), Athens, GA

706-542-1244

The Music Studio Atlanta, East Cobb, Vinings

404-351-9722

https://www.themusicstudioatlanta.com

Whitefield Academy, Smyrna, GA

678-305-3000

https://www.whitefieldacademy.com

Wildewood Farm, Cumming, GA

770-843-2478

http://wildewoodfarm.com/wordpress/

Woodward Academy, College Park, Johns Creek, GA

404-765-4000

https://www.woodward.edu/summer-programs

Woodward Academy Summer Camps offer enrichment, athletic, academic, and activity camps that are open to the public and accessible through our exceptional bus system.

ILLINOIS

Apachi Day Camp, multiple locations in Chicago metro

224-406-9242

Children’s Art Classes, Geneva, IL

630-998-8162

East Bay Camp, Lake Bloomington, IL & Little Grassy Camp, Carbondale, IL, Illinois Great Rivers Conference of the UMC

East Bay Camp: 309-365-7531      Little Grassy Camp: 618-457-6030

https://www.igrc.org/camping

East Bay Camp on Lake Bloomington & Little Grassy Camp,near Carbondale are accredited by the American Camp Association & offer traditional summer camp programs for children as young as rising 2-12th graders  & family camps. We are committed to connecting people, nature, and Christ through traditional camp activities, daily worship & with an amazing staff team that is trained to ensure campers are safe & engaged. All are welcome!

The Paintbrush:a hands-on art studio for kids, Chicago, IL

773-636-1968

http://www.thepaintbrush.net/

INDIANA

The Children’s House, Indianapolis, IN

317-253-3033

https://www.thechildrenshouseindianapolis.com

Founded to provide a classical education through individual instruction. Today, in an atmosphere free of competition, the child can discover his/her unique talents on the way to becoming a self-actualized individual

KENTUCKY

Behringer Crawford Museum, Covington, KY

859-491-4003

https://www.bcmuseum.org

Bowling Green Hot Rods, Bowling Green, KY

270-901-2121

https://www.milb.com/bowling-green

Sacred Heart Schools, Louisville KY

502-896-3910

https://www.shslou.org/apps/pages/summer-camps

Sacred Heart offers 60 camps throughout June and July for campers ranging from three years old-12th grade & many are coed. Choose from athletics,arts, and academic camps offered in morning & afternoon sessions. Your camper will learn, grow, make new friends, and have FUN! Campers spending the whole day with us can bring lunch and stay on our beautiful 48-acre campus. All grade designations = RISING 2023-24 grade

LOUISIANA

Cathedral Montessori School, New Orleans, LA

504-2524871

https://cathedralmontessori.org

Empire Gymnastics Academy, New Orleans, LA

504-734-0644

https://empiregymnastics.net

Morgan Street Dance Company, Broussard & Youngsville, LA

337-451-5726

5 absolutely amazing weeks of fun, sparkle, art, dance and more dance.

MAINE

Brixham Danceworks, Berwick, ME

207-384-2147

Camp Fernwood, Poland, ME

207-998-4346

Founded in 1921, Camp Fernwood is a nurturing, traditional sleepaway summer camp for girls, located in Poland, Maine on the shore of beautiful Lake Thompson.  We are a community of 230 campers and 150 resident staff, and offer one full season session (7 weeks) for campers ranging from 8 to 15.

Camp Walden, Denmark, ME

207-452-2901

http://www.campwalden.com/

Camp Walden is a 7-week, traditional overnight summer camp in Denmark, Maine. Walden is a close-knit community of girls, ages 8 – 15. Campers return each summer for friendship, challenge and fun and participate in traditional overnight camp activities including wilderness trips, horseback riding, tennis, sailing and water skiing. 

Drouin Dance Center, Westbrook, ME

207-854-2221

http://drouindancecenter.com/

Hebron Academy, Hebron, ME

207-966-2100

https://www.hebronacademy.org

Hidden Valley Camp, Freedom, ME
800-922-6737
https://hiddenvalleycamp.com/

Be Creative, Be Outdoors, Be Yourself! • At our international Maine summer camp featuring the finest arts and outdoor programs for children 8 – 14.

Maine Academy of Gymnastics, Westbrook, ME

207-856-0232

Maine Fiddle Camp, Montville, ME

207-552-3800

Maine Fiddle Camp is a multi generational traditional overnight music camp for children, adults, and families featuring instruction in fiddle, piano, guitar, mandolin, ukulele, cello, flute and whistle, banjo, bass, singing, dancing and more in a lakefront setting. 

Seacoast Waldorf School, Eliot, ME

207-686-3140

https://seacoastwaldorfschool.org

MARYLAND

AR Workshop, La Plata, MD

301-804-9357

Brendan Sailing, Annapolis, St. Mary’s City, MD

443-995-6375

https://www.brendansailing.org/programs.html

Annapolis program offering Day Camp sessions for ages 11-18 with one or two week option in June or July.  St Mary’s program offering Residential (14-18 years) and Day Camp ( 11 18 years) options in July 

Cecil College Summer Camps, Multiple locations in Cecil County, MD

41-287-1078

https://www.cecil.edu/programs-courses/continuing-education-workforce-development/summer-camps

DAY CAMPS: Provides full day programmng for K-12 students when school is out through their range of day camps that will meet the interests and needs of children. Offers Drama Days or Young Engineers, and before and after care is included. Before care begins at 7:30AM and after care ends at 5PM. Your children will enjoy camps that are fully immersive and take advantage of the latest technology, equipment and access to experiences they will remember for a lifetime. Four great Cecil County leaders in youth programming have partnered to bring you one amazing summer camp program!

Glen Echo Park Aquarium, Glen Echo, MD

301-955-6256

https://www.gepaquarium.org

Join us for exciting nature and science camps running mid-June through mid-August. Designed for ages 3–12, including a family camp for children ages 3-5. These camps offer hands-on exploration, games, and crafts to inspire young minds.

The Mast Tennis Academy, various in Maryland (Baltimore metro)
410-510-7199
http://masttennisacademy.com/SummerCamp.html

St. Andrew’s Episcopal School, Potomac, MD

301-983-5200

https://www.saes.org

Welcome to Summer at St. Andrew’s where you will find exciting programs for children age 2 to Grade 12! Joining our summer family means exploring new opportunities, developing skills, mastering coursework, and making friends in a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment. Parents tell us each year that they enroll their children at St. Andrew’s because their children love coming to camp each day. They go home eager to share how they were encouraged to be curious, develop new hobbies, earn academic credit, and enrich their skills.

Summer at Sandy Spring (Sandy Spring Friends School), Sandy Spring, MD

301-774-7455

http://www.summeratsandyspring.org/

For over 25 years, Summer at Sandy Spring has been committed to providing a variety of unique, enriching summer programs, serving kids ages 3-16 from the greater Washington, DC area. Summer at Sandy Spring runs continuously for 10 fun-filled weeks,June-August.Our camp is truly one of a kind-from our Adventure Park to the swimming area,we call the Wildebeest Watering Hole. Our chef-prepared food is of exceptional quality. Camps promote teamwork,friendship and a fun, in a safe environment.

Summer at The St Paul’s School, Brooklandville, MD

410-825-4400

https://www.stpaulsmd.org/summer

For decades, children ages 4–16 have been building lifelong friendships and skills during the summer at The St. Paul’s Schools. Located just 10 miles north of Baltimore. With a ropes course, swimming pool, athletics facilities including a state-of-the-art indoor golf training center, as well as facilities for arts, drama, cooking, and scientific exploration, your camper can unplug, try new and exciting activities, make great new friends, and gain self-esteem! Our exceptional summer camp staff is dedicated to helping your camper develop new skills, have fun, and become an integral part of our camp community.

MASSACHUSETTS

Cape Cod Academy, Osterville, MA
508-428-5400
https://www.capecodacademy.org/about/summer
Cape Cod Academy’s camps offer the perfect setting for a range of programs.Our mid-Cape location is accessible to communities on both sides of the canal. Students will benefit from access to extraordinary facilities both inside & out,including two full-court gymnasiums,a range of athletic fields,2 playgrounds,art studios,swimming pool,computer/science labs & more.

Tom Denney Nature Camp, Bolton, MA

978-429-3004

https://www.tomdenneynaturecamp.org

Fun outdoor camp that kids love because the counselors play the games with them! K–9th: Games/Activities/Challenges! Swimming, Kayaking, Arts&Crafts, Laser Tag, Hiking, Tracking, Shelter Building, Campfires/hot dogs/s’mores, Ponding/frogs/fish, animals from Animal Adventures! High School: Counselor-in-Training for fun and volunteer/leadership hours

The Fessenden School, West Newton, MA

617-630-2373

https://fessendensummercamps.org/​

Offering  a range of programs for girls and boys ages 3.5 through grade 10.

Frozen Ropes, Natick, MA

508-653-7673

https://www.frozenropes.com/natick

Lawrence Academy, Groton, MA

978-448-1610

https://summer-at-la.com

Our mission is to provide the most innovative,creative,challenging & enjoyable summer camp experience for children ages 3-15. We offer a traditional day camp that provides a great variety of experiences & fun that also can be taken to the next level with added specialties like Robotics,Cooking, Sports & others that ignite a flame in a special interest or grow already developing talents. Along with our LA Day camp we also offer weekly trip camps (Everyday Adventures & Junior Everyday Adventures) where campers get to head off site  to explore exciting activities.

New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill, Boylston, MA

508-869-6111

The Bement School, Deerfield, MA

413-774-7061

https://www.bement.org/community/summer-programs

During the months of June, July, and August, Bement’s campus taken on a new role: summer camp! Every year, students entering kindergarten through grade 8 flock to Bement for a variety of summer program offerings. Bement is the perfect place for children to have memorable summer adventures as they explore our 30-acre campus.

The Shrewsbury Club, Shrewsbury, MA

508-845-1000

At our Summer Camp, we create a special summer experience your kids will remember all year round! Shrewsbury Club’s Summer Camp is a week, full day or half day camp that will allow your child to experience a variety of sports each day. Children will receive training with professional supervision in tennis, baseball, soccer and strength and conditioning; along with fun games and open turf time on our 30,000 sq.ft. turf field.

Warrior Ice Arena, Boston, MA
617-927-7467
http://www.warrioricearena.com/

MICHIGAN

Academy of the Sacred Heart, Bloomfield Hills, MI

248-646-8900

https://www.ashmi.org

Athletika Sports and Fitness, Livonia, MI

734-744-5636

https://www.athletikasports.com

Offering half day, full day, and week-long camps. The goal of each day is to provide campers with the most entertaining and memorable moments by supporting a daily routine of exercise, stimulation of mental capabilities, and expanding their depth of knowledge through new experiences.

Athletika Sports and Fitness, Livonia, MI

734-744-5636

Belle Isle Nature Center, Detroit, MI

313-852-4056

https://belleislenaturecenter.detroitzoo.org

Camp Walden, Sheboygan, MI

Summer 231-625-2050 Winter 248-225-1256 / 817-253-0722

Founded in 1959, Walden is a coed overnight camp for campers entering 2nd grade-11th grade. We’re in the Northern Michigan’s Lower Peninsula on a pristine 100 acres outside the town of Cheboygan. Walden stretches along Long Lake, a clear, spring-fed body of water, and camp’s terrain ranges from lush meadows to old-growth forests.

Detroit Zoo, Royal Oak, MI

248-541-5717

Lake of the Woods and Greenwoods Camps, Decatur, MI

269-423-3091 / 847-242-0009

More than just fun and friendships, we teach campers essential skills, including resilience, creativity, teamwork, independence, optimism and citizenship. These critical skills empower children to become healthy, productive and competent adults.

Metropolitan Lansing YMCA, Lansing MI

517-827-9700

https://www.lansingymca.org

The Polk Penguin Conservation Center, Royal Oak, MI

248-541-5717

YMCA Hayo-Went-Ha Camps, Central Lake, MI (Boys) Traverse City, MI (Girls)

231-544-5915

MISSISSIPPI

Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum, Biloxi, MS

228-435-6320

https://www.maritimemuseum.org

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Concord Dance Academy, Concord, NH

603-226-0200

Gymnastics Village, Amherst, NH

603-889-8092

https://www.gymnasticsvillage.com

Paint Party, Salem, NH

603-898-8800

https://www.paintpartynh.com

Seacoast Science Center, Rye, NH

603-436-8043

The Derryfield School, Manchester, NH

603-669-4524

https://www.derryfield.org

Are you passionate about theatre? Want to improve your soccer skills or learn how to write a really effective college essay? We offer a wide range of summer programs that are available  elementary-high school age 

NEWJERSEY

Fire Me Up Studio, Cranford, NJ

908-272-2600

Offering several fun options for summer camp, including Pottery Wheel & Clay, Mixed Media, Summer With Your Besties Private Summer Camp, and Camp in a Box!

Future  Generation Early Learning Centers, Bloomfield & Colts Neck, NJ

​Bloomfield 973-743-4034  Colts Neck 732-780-0135

https://fgkids.org/

Immaculate Heart Academy, Township of Washington, NJ

201-445-6800

https://www.immaculateheartnj.com/apps/pages/summerattheheart

https://www.immaculateheartnj.com/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=241296&type=d&pREC_ID=566362

JDK Social Station, Secaucus, NJ

833-JDK-1212

http://www.jdksocialstation.com/
Our programs include social skills activities, interactive games, peer play skills, art & music, fine motor play, gross motor play, individualized goals addressed based on teacher observations, parent input, and IEPS/ progress report goals, and weekly reports. Our summer camps also offer group speech sessions, Sensory Taekwondo, Interactive Circus activities, yoga, private SpeechTherapy and Occupational Therapy as well as fun weekly themes all fostering social skills and related Issues. 

Liberty Science Center, Jersey City, NJ

201-200-1000

https://lsc.org

Morris County School of Glass, Morristown, NJ
973-734-0900
https://www.mcsog.com/

Engage your child this summer through the transformative power of glassblowing & glass art! Youth ages 10+ can learn the basics of glassblowing along with exploring other creative projects in this fun day camp.Each morning will be spent learning the basics of glassblowing & glass sculpting while making unique projects such as terrariums, galaxy globes, suncatchers, bowls & more! Each afternoon will explore other projects like glass etching & mosaicing. Students can expect multiple finished products each day.