DAY CAMPS

Berkeley/Oakland/Albany/El Cerrito area

Updated 12/29/2011

by Tom Lent

Over 150 camps … Have fun!

Age: Grades listed instead of age usually means the program is for kids entering those grades in the coming fall (CIT indicates the camp has a Counselor In Training program. A number after CIT indicates the minimum age or entering grade for CIT participants. Check with other programs also. Ask. More programs than I know offer CIT programs. Fees vary.

Reviews: A limited number of camps (about 20) have reviews that were provided by Berkwood Hedge parents from their experiences during the summers of 1995 through 2001. The parenthetic numbers indicate the number of reviews and which year they apply to (2-99 means two reviews from the summer of 1999). I no longer have the time to collect and collate additional reviews.

See http://parents.berkeley.edu/recommend/summer/ for continuing reviews of some of these camps.

Dates: Length of sessions and dates they are scheduled. (Much of the date information is out of date. See note below) 

Time: Times in parenthesis are for extended care.

Ratio: Camper to counselor ratio
Cost: To make comparison easier, unless otherwise stated, all listed costs are per week, even if sessions are multi-week, unless otherwise noted. (Much of the cost Information is out of date. See note below) 

Discounts & scholarships: Some organizations have reduced rates for early registration, for members, for multiple weeks, for multiple kids in one family, etc. Many programs have scholarships for limited income families. Be sure to ask before you assume you can't afford a program. Also check out the "campership" program for low income youth attending day camps in of the East Bay Regional Parks at http://www.ebparks.com/camps

Info: All phone numbers are area code 510 unless otherwise indicated.

LOOKING for Spring or Winter break camp? Several camps offer Winter Camp and/or Spring Camp options, including Around the World Music & Art, Berkeley Community Media, Berkeley Montessori, Cal Adventures, Cal Strawberry Canyon, Camp Brushstrokes, City Camp, Crucible, Head Over Heels, JCC, JMCA, MOCHA, Monkey Business, Musically Minded Academy (note MMA hosts a wide variety of arts & science camps in addition to music camps), Roleplay, Sarah’s Science, SewNow, This Land and the YMCA.

Look for the *WC or *SC in the camp listings below.

*WC means the program has a winter camp over the end of year holiday period and/or during February ski week breaks.

*SC means the program has a camp during the Easter week break or another spring school week off.

Inquire for exact dates.

Note that some programs, such as Musically Minded Academy, are even starting to offer Thanksgiving break camps.

NOTE: I am no longer able to comprehensively update information for all camps each year but am keeping the date and cost Information in here from past years as a rough guide to you. I do update the web site as time allows with new and update information that camps and other readers email to me. Please visit the camp web sites for up date information. Parenthetic numbers at the end (09) indicate the year in which the dates and prices were last updated

Want to add or correct a camp? Submit Updates & New listings

Comments? E-mail them to me: tominfo@igc.org

Return to Summer Camp Guide for more information about this guide and for links to the annual Summer Camp Fair and more sources of summer camp information and more recent reviews by other parents.

Time for the kid to sleep away? Read about Overnight Resident Camps

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Need a break this weekend? Check out KIDS' NIGHT OUT, weekend evening programs offered by several camps to let parents take a night on the town or relax at home, while the kids have fun.

Monkey Business in Berkeley offers occasional Saturday night Kids Night Out parties with games, pińatas, cooking projects, martial arts and basketball workshops, slide shows, various art projects and healthy organic dinner suited to kids' tastes.

Age: 4.5-11 (CIT 12+). Benefits summer scholarship program. www.monkeybusinesscamp.com

The Downtown Berkeley YMCA offers a Kids Night Out program with arts & crafts, kindergym, swimming (4-8), and other age appropriate activities for 2-11 year olds

Age: 2-11 www.baymca.org

Brushstrokes pottery program also occasionally offers Kids Night Out programs. Call or check online calendar for details.

Age: 7+, 528-1360 or www.brushstrokestudio.com

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SUMMER PROGRAMS

55th Street Shadow Puppet Camp: Create and perform an original shadow puppet show from start to finish in North Oakland. Activities include: Silk-screening posters, building puppets, theatrical choreography, musical instruction, music and puppet performance, and more. The camp will end with an original shadow puppet performance for friends and family. Musicians and creative campers encouraged.

Age: 8-16, Dates:  one wk sessions 7/30-8/4, 8/6-8/11, Time: 9-4 (8-6), Ratio: 6:1, Cost: $250/wk, ($350 for extended care) Scholarships are available. Deadline: FCFS. 12 student max.

Info: 717-3359 or puppetcamp.com  (07)

Academic Study Associates (ASA): Academic pre-college enrichment summer programs for high school students at UC Berkeley. See also resident camp listings for domestic and study abroad programs in Europe and Latin America. 

Age: 9^th-12^th, Dates 2-4 wk sessions June-August, Cost: Varies by program – please see website, Scholarship opportunities, Ratio 10:1 Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 212-796-8340 / 800-752-2250 www.asaprograms.com (07)

Adoptees Connecting Camp: Camp for adopted children who want to share and explore their adoption story in a supportive, creative and playful way through various art forms: writing, drawing, games, collage, reading, drama, and puppets. Folk tales, myths and personal stories will be used. Run by storyteller Mary Ellen Hill in southwest Berkeley, who also runs FAD (listed below) and the performance arts camp, Puppets and Pie (not listed).

Age: 7-12, Dates 1 wk session 8/16-20 Time 9:3-3:30 (before & after avail), Ratio 6:1, Cost: $350/wk, partial scholarship available Deadline: FCFS

Info: 636-4155 www.mehstories.com  (10)

Camp Adventura: Closed in 2004

Adventure Camp: Traditional camp of sailing, canoeing, arts, sports, archery, horseback riding, hiking, kayaking plus in Walnut Creek. One overnight each session. Transportation available from Oakland and Berkeley.

Age: K-9th, Dates 3 wk sessions 6/22-8/22, Time 9:15-3:30 (8-6), Ratio 6:1, Cost: $363/wk, discount $341 until 2/1, $42 door to door transportation (ext care included), Deadline: FCFS. fills in mid May,

Info: 925-937-6500 www.adventuredaycamp.com (03)

AdventureOUT: Rock climbing camps in Remillard Park in Berkeley and surf camps in Pacifica for girls, boys, women & men.

Age: 9-16 (8-16 for surf), Dates 1 wk Mon-Wed for rock (also 1 day clinics), Tue-Fri for surf, dates vary check web site, Time 9-1, Ratio 3:1, Cost: $225-240/wk (check for advance sign up discounts), Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 465-0016 www.adventureout.com (03).

Ailey Camp: Dance immersion camp at UC Berkeley cosponsored by the Alvin Ailey Dance Theatre. Ballet, modern, jazz, African dance plus creative writing, peer personal development discussion groups, field trips and visiting artists. Prior dance training is not a consideration for admission.

Age: 11-14, Dates one 6 wk session 6/21-7/30, Time 8:30-3:30, Cost: $0, Deadline: 2/27,

Info: 642-4630 www.alvinailey.org/artined_aileycamp.asp (04)

Albany Art Intensive Camp:  Art camp with clay, sculpture, paint faces, mystical creatures, art history with Sharyl Gates in the Albany Community Center.

Age: 7-14, Dates 1 wk sessions 6/1418, 6/28-7/2, 8/9-13, Time 1:30-4, Cost: $157-167, Deadline: FCFS,

Info: 524-9283, see work at www.artsonia.com/schools/albany2 (10)

Aquatic Science Adventure Camp see listing under KIDS for the BAY

Around the World Music and Art Camp: (*WC, *SC) Singing games, traditional circle dances, outside music games, songs and instruments from the Andean mountains of South America and different regions around the world and reading and writing music using the Kodály philosophy in north Berkeley. Kids will also work on traditional arts and crafts projects and cooking from the Andean culture and elsewhere around the world including simple weaving, making quipus, and enjoying an “apthapi,” a traditional Andean potluck. We will also take walks to local parks. Morning and afternoon snacks provided. Led by Lydia Mills, the director of the Los Mapaches music program Not reviewed.

Age: K-3^rd, Dates 1 wk sessions summer 2012 TBA, inquire about February 20-24 & April 9-13 break camps in 2012, Time 9-3 (8-5), Cost: $300/wk ($10/hr or $120/wk), early bird discount, Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 684-9741 lc_mills@yahoo.com (12)

Art YoWZa Kids: (*WC, *SC and other school holidays) Variety of theme based art camps in Alameda including Inventions, Painting and Drawing and Sculpture.

Age: 5-11, Dates one wk sessions 6/14 -8/27 (or daily), Time 9-4, Cost: $300 (or $65/day), Deadline: FCFS

Info: 521-2671 www.artyowza.com (10)

Arts at Archway: Cuisine and Art: Run on Archway School's Berkeley and Oakland campuses, includes field trips. Campers learn kitchen savvy and safety, cook a variety of foods, make art, and put on a cafe for family and friends. Reviews (1-97) Good staff, organization OK. Cuisine & art was fun for one year, best for craft oriented kids.
Age: 6-16, Dates 2 wk sessions 6/25-7/6 (age 6-8 only), 7/9-8/17, Time 9-3 (3-5), Cost: $350/wk (extended care free)

Arts at Archway: OnStage Theater camp for performers of all abilities; acting, dance, and voice training; culminates in a musical theater production. At Archway's Berkeley campus.

Age: 8-17, Dates 2- & 3-wk sessions 6/25-8/17, Time 9-3 (3-5), Cost: $250/wk (extended care free)

Arts at Archway: Mixlab: Digital media arts camp at Archway's Berkeley campus. Learn multi-track recording, sound effects, podcasting, stop-motion, and more. Campers present their projects in a final showcase.

Age: 13-17, Dates 2 wk sessions 6/18-7/27, Time 9-3 (3-5), Cost: $375/wk (extended care free),

Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 849-4747 ext. 30, www.archwayschool.org/summer07.htm. (07)

Athletic PlayGround Summer Program

Climbing ropes, learning aerial skills on fabric & trapeze, human pyramids, tumbling skills, circus skills, obstacle courses and games.

Age: K-3rd, Dates 1 wk (Mon-Thu) sessions 6/28-7/23, Time 1-4, Cost $200/wk (before April $120), Ratio 1:6

Info: 355-1626 www.athleticplayground.com  (10)

A World of Peace Summer Day Camp listed below alphabetically under World of Peace

BADA Youth Ultimate Frisbee Summer League: Learn and play the high energy game of Ultimate Frisbee. Training and games sponsored by Bay Area Disc Association with sessions at Tom Bates fields off Gilman near the waterfront and King Middle School in Berkeley as well as Burlingame High School and McInnis Park in San Rafael. All experience and skill levels. UPA Certified coaches from several East Bay schools train in basic and advanced throwing and catching skills, running and conditioning, strategies of the game, spirit of the game, good sportsmanship and other fun disc games. Each camper will get a t-shirt, a disc and healthy daily snacks

Age: 8-14 (for 14-18 see summer league), Dates: 1 wk sessions 6/21-7/2 in Berkeley (see website for other locations & dates, , Time 9-3, Cost: $175, $50 multiple session & 2^nd child discounts & limited scholarships available.

Info: 599-2254 http://www.bayareadisc.org/youth (10)

BALL Summer Camp: Baseball camp for boys & girls at Oakland's Caldecott baseball facilities near the Tunnel Road exit off Hwy 24. Founded by NOLL/SOLL parent/coach to provide continued access to baseball after the conclusion of spring Little League season. Instruction and skill-building in the morning and organized games in the afternoons.

Age: 7-12 Dates: 1 wk sessions 6/26-7/28 Time: 9am-4pm. Cost: $195/wk ($25 discount for 7/3-7/7 session, and/or for registering for two or more sessions). Enrollment limited to 24 players per age group to ensure optimal counselor-to-camper ratio. Deadline: FCFS after April 30.

Info: www.summerballcamp.com (06)

BandWorks Rock ‘n Roll Camp: ˝ day rock band workshops with instruction playing rock instruments, recording a CD, song writing workshops.

Age: 8-17, Dates 1 wk sessions 6/20-7/29 Times 9-12 & 1-4, Cost: $160 - $300/wk, Deadline: 5/15, spaces may be available last minute, FCFS except CD camp where instrumentation matching is required.

Info: 649-7738, www.bandworks.com (06)

Bay Area Adventures Kids Camp: Closed in 03.

Bay Area Shakespeare Camp: Performance oriented workshops covering casting, staging, Cost:uming, and rehearsal concluding with a performance for family and friends in John Hinkle Park in Berkeley, Alice Arts in Oakland and other Bay area locations.

Age: 7-18 Dates 2 week sessions in different locations 6/13-8/19, Time 9-3 (9-5:30) Cost: $198/wk ($63), some scholarships, Ratio 10:1 or less, Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 415-422-2222 www.sfshakes.org (05)

Belladonna Fairy Camp: Magical eco-arts program for girls that celebrates the powers of imagination, intuition, and creativity. Takes place at the Fairy Cottage in the Thousand Oaks neighborhood in North Berkeley and sponsored by the Belladonna Sanctuary.

Age: 6-10. Dates: 2 wk session: 6/15-26; 9-2, Ratio: 4:1 Limited to 12. Cost: $250/wk. Deadline: May 1,

Info: 883-0600, www.fairycamp.org (09)

Berkeley Academics:  Academic enrichment program at Bay Farm Elementary School in Alameda. Designed to provide skills to help students succeed in elite institutions. Core classes focus on mastering vocabulary, critical reading, essay writing and math catering to each student's level. Elective classes include robotics, art, drama, sports, speech & debate, chemistry and chess.
Age: grade 1-8, Dates two wk sessions 6/26-8/3, Time 9-4 (8-5:30), Cost: $90-100/class/wk (students take 1-4 classes per session), multi-session and sibling discounts, Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 814.1992 www.berkeleyacademics.com (06)

Berkeley Boosters P.A.L. Outdoor Adventures: Outdoor camp in Berkeley with rock climbing, swimming, hiking, team building, nature explorations, field trips to museums, and cooperative games, plus an overnight camping/kayaking trip sponsored by the Police Athletic League whose mission is to link Cops and Kids together in programs that make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people. Also run Cliff Bar Cycling Challenge 2 weeks of bike clinic and daily rides culminating in a 3 day camping/biking trip with whitewater rafting Adventures in Sailing on SF Bay with overnight trip and Adventures in Backpacking 2 weeks of hikes, camp clinic, ropes course and rock climbing culminating in 5 day camping and whitewater rafting trip on the South Fork of the American River.

Age: grade 5&6 (Adventure camp) 11-17 (Cycling and Backpacking) 12&up (Sailing), Dates (6/21-8/20 check web site for details), Time 12-6, Cost: $50-150/wk, Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 845-7193 http://berkeleyboosters.org (04)

Berkeley Chess Camp: Intensive chess at Hillside School in Berkeley w/ sports during a break time. Reviews (1-98, 1-00) Well organized w/excellent master teachers. Intense, most suitable for kids really into chess with good attention span (classes available for beginners and experts).
Age: grade 1-9, Dates one wk sessions 6/23-7/18 (check for other dates in other Bay area locations), Time 1-5 Cost: $113-130/wk (02) check for scholarships, Deadline: FCFS limited to 20,

Info: 843-0150 www.berkeleychessschool.org (03)

Berkeley Community Camp (formerly Le Conte Summer Camp): Closed in 01.

Berkeley Community Media's Summer Youth TV Camp: (*WC, *SC) Create your own television show from beginning to end at Berkeley High. Directing, hosting, camera, audio, switching, graphics, interviewing and writing with experience working in every crew position. Shows will be aired on cable TV in Berkeley on B-TV Channels 28 and 33 and you will be certified in studio production at BCM and can continue to create your own shows for free.

Age: 13-20 Dates: 2 wk sessions, 6/18-6-29 & 7/16-7/27 (plus winter & spring break camps) Time 1-5 pm Cost: $300/wk (Scholarships are available) Deadline: June, Class Size: Limited to 15 students.

Info: 848-2288 www.betv.org (07)

Berkeley Day Camp (& Teen Adventure Camp): Hiking, swimming, arts, crafts, games, picnics, camp songs at Live Oak Park, Tilden Park and Berkeley Marina. Pickups at schools around Berkeley. All outdoors. Reviews (2-97, 2-98, 1-99, 2-00) Well organized but not highly structured. Good staff. Some loved it, others called it mediocre. Very active all outdoors program without much rest time. Best for young to mid range (1-3rd grade) Best for energetic, active kid who can handle all day running around outdoors. Best for outgoing kid who makes friends easily or make sure that other friends are in the same sessions.
Age: 5-12 & 12-13 (CIT 14), Dates 1 wk sessions 6/20-8/19, Time 9-3:15 (7:30-6), Cost: $135/wk (add $25 for 7-9, $40 for 3-6), non residents $149 CIT $154 res, $164 non res, Deadline: FCFS
Info: 981-5150 http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=35510 (or drop by 1947 Center St. 7 AM - 6 PM) (11)

Berkeley Marine Biology & On The Water Experience: Programs in marine biology and in water skiing & wakeboarding, canoeing, kayaking & sailing plus other 1-1/2 & 2 hour programs (fishing, building, crafts, etc.) at the Shorebird Nature Center and the Adventure Playground at the Berkeley Marina.
Age: 5-16, Dates 3 & 4 day programs and drop in 2 hour programs at varying dates throughout summer,Time varies by program full day option available 9:30-4:30 with Marine Biology or boating combined with Adventure Playground Cost: $47-132 (+$10 for afternoon at Adventure Playground), scholarships available, Deadline: on site registration on 3/19 then FCFS. Classes generally fill in a couple of hours, but check for other drop in programs.
Info: 981-6720 http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/contentdisplay.aspx?id=8642 (11)*

Berkeley Montessori School Elementary Summer Camp: (*WC, *SC) Hands-on, experiential activities in studio arts (drawing, a/v production, digital arts, clay), performance arts (drama, drums, guitar, rock band), physical arts (team, individual, alternative, and new sports and games), and living arts (cooking, gardening, creative writing). Session #5 also offers the "Digital Playground", where campers learn storyboarding, character development, 3D modeling/animation, movie and music production and editing. Field trips to Iceland, Albany Bowl, Adventure Playground, San Francisco, A's games, and others.

Age: 6-12 (CIT 13), Dates: one and two wk sessions: 6/25-9/1 plus winter and spring camps, Time: 8:30-4:00 pm (8-6 pm), Ratio: 10:1, Cost: $290/wk ($95), Deadline: 4/1

Info: 665-8800 x260, www.bmsonline.org (06)

Berkeley Playhouse Music Theatre Summer Camps:  Daily instruction in singing, acting and movement at the Julia Morgan Young People’s Performing Arts Center. Rehearsals, skill development and performance with live musicians and professional directors, choreographers, music directors and educators plus creative arts and crafts activities; and programs to teach Teens Behind the Scenes. Different programs grouped by age.  

Age: K-Teen, Dates 1-5 wk programs 6/14-8/24, Time varies by age: 9-3/9-4 and half day, Ratio: 7:1 or 8:1, Cost: $225-275/wk (financial assistance available), Deadline: Auditions for Youth Company Performance Camps in Jan & Feb, all other playlab style camps are FCFS
Info: 665-5565 www.berkeleyplayhouse.org (10)

Berkeley Rec Centers: Each of the Berkeley City recreation centers holds programs whenever the public schools are not in session, including traditional general interest day camp and many specialty sport and other theme camps as well. See Recreation Brochure downloadable from the web site for details.

Age: 5-12, Dates 1 wk sessions 6/16-8/18 varies by age and theme, Time 9:30-3:30 (7:30-6) plus many shorter specialty camps, Cost: $85/wk (financial assistance available), Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 644-6640 hwww.ci.berkeley.ca.us/DepartmentHome.aspx?id=8506 (08)

Berkeley Rep School of Theatre Summer Intensive Acting, play creation, improvisation, voice and speech, various forms of physical theatre (e.g., mask work, clowning and psychological gesture), Shakespeare, stage combat, disciplines of design and production (e.g., Cost:umes, sound and lights) with master teachers and a choice of daily electives including musical theatre, directing, playwriting, sign language for the theatre and hip hop dance, plus creation and performance of an original at the Berkeley Repertory Theatre in downtown Berkeley. work

Age: 6^th-12^th grade, Dates 4 wk sessions 6/27-7/22 (6-8), 7/25-8/19 (9-12), Time 9-3 Cost: $250-$275/wk; scholarships

Info: 647-2972, www.berkeleyrep.org (05)

Berkeley School of the Arts: Closed in 2005 www.BerkeleySchoolOfTheArts.homestead.com/

Berkeley School of Strings & Improvisation: Variety of music camps for different levels run in Berkeley by Irene Sazer, original member of the Turtle Island String Quartet, and founder of the Real Vocal String Quartet.

Berkeley Music & Art Camp For Kids: Creativity and fun with sound, rhythm, and art . Activities include percussion, piano, singing and more. Instrumentalists can participate with their own instruments. Daily art class and play/sports.
Age: 6-12 Dates: 1 wk sessions, 6/21-7/2 & 8/23-27 & more TBA, Time: 9:30-3 (8-6) Cost: $230/wk ($8/hr), Some scholarships available.  

Creative Strings Camp Violin, viola and cello students explore improv games, fiddling, blues and world styles and participate in a daily art class. They will perform a live soundtrack to a narrated story, illustrated by their own artwork.

Age: 8-12 & 13-up, Dates 1 week sessions 7/17-21 (8-12) & 7/24-29 (13&up) Time 9:30-3:30 (8:30-6) Cost: $390/wk, Deadline: FCFS.

Berkeley Teen Recording Workshop: Bring ideas or come to learn about musical ideas. Studio has many instruments for use....percussion, piano, guitar, drums, bass and more. Record vocals and/or instruments. Learn about recording. Final product is a CD.

Age: 13 & up Dates: TBA based on interest, 9-12:30 or 1:30-5. Cost: $215/wk

Info: 548-3738 www.stringimprovisation.org (10)

Berkwood Hedge & Los Mapaches Music Camps: not running this summer

Info: 684-9741 www.losmapaches.org (10)

Camp Brushstrokes: (*WC, *SC) Art camp in a NW Berkeley painting studio, including ceramics painting, murals, mosaics, modern art, bookmaking and collage. 12 students max.
Age: 5-14, Dates one wk sessions 6/20-8/26 vary by age range plus winter and spring camps, Time 9-12 (5-6) 9-1 (7-11) and 1-5 (10-14) (extended available till 5:30) Cost: $225 -$299/wk ($10/hr) ask about scholarships, Deadline: FCFS filled by May,

Info: 528-1360 www.brushstrokestudio.com (11)

Cal Adventures: (*SC) Sailing, hiking, ropes, games, rock climbing and sea kayaking at Berkeley Marina and various East Bay Parks. Must be able to swim. Reviews (1-98, 1-99). Well organized, good staff. Loved it.
Age: 9-13 (-17 for specialty classes) Date: varies by age 1 wk sessions 6/16-8/29 plus spring camps, Time 8-4 (7:30-5:30 call to confirm) ˝ day specialty classes available as well both 9-12 and 1-4, Cost: $160-$200/wk 1/2 day, $350-$435 for full day ($45 7:30-9 or 4-5:30) member discounts, Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 642-4000 www.oski.org (03)

Cal Shakes Summer Theater Camps: Theatre training camp with conservatory for experienced theater enthusiasts and less intensive camps for newcomers. Morning may include acting, improvisation, stage combat, text, and movement. Afternoons are spent in rehearsals for public performances of plays and scenes at the end of the program. Locations in Oakland, Lafayette, Orinda and El Cerrito.

Age: 8-18, students divided into age appropriate groups, Dates 2&5 wk sessions 6/16-8/8 (varies by location) Time 9:00-3 or 3:30 Ratio 15:1, Cost: $212-255/wk, Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 548-3422 X105, www.calshakes.org/camps (08)

Cal Bears Athletic Camps: Specialty sport camps focusing on skill development in the sport of choice, including Baseball, Girl's Basketball, Boy's Basketball, Girl's Crew, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Boy's Rugby, Boy's Soccer, Girl's Soccer, Girl's Softball, Strength & Conditioning, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Boy's Water Polo, and Girl's Water Polo. Most sports have a variety of different ˝ & full day camp programs aimed at different age and abilities from beginner to Advanced Residential, Specialty and Team Camps.

Age: 5-18, Dates: 1 wk sessions all summer long, Cost: $300-695, Ratio 10:1, Deadline FCFS

Info: 642-1765, www.calbears.com/camps (08)

Cal Strawberry Canyon Sports & Science Camps (w/LHS & Botanical): (*SC) Cal offers a wide range of programs, some all sports and some combined sports and science. The Science camp morning sessions use Lawrence Hall of Science, UC Botanical Gardens, and other area museums. In the afternoons (all day for the all sports camps) they offer a wide variety of sports (from soccer, swimming, ping pong, water polo, tae kwan do, Frisbee, football, archery, skateboard and more) plus, arts & crafts, nature study, magic and drama to mix and match at Strawberry Canyon and Golden Bear Recreation Center above the UC Berkeley Campus. Also have one week single sport intensive camps and half day variety sports options. Reviews (1-97, 6-98, 12-99, 6-00) Lots of positive reviews, but a few dissatisfied. One of the most popular programs with BH kids. Well organized. Good staff and facility. Most kids liked or loved it. Good combo of learning and activity. Don't need to be into sports. Good for trying new sports and building confidence and team cooperation. Active fast paced and outdoors all time. Some called it exhausting. Be prepared for lots of changes through the day. Bring a friend. One mentioned wish for more diversity. Unlike the combo education and variety sports programs, the single sport intensive camps are just that - intense. One called gymnastics intensive physically grueling.
Age: 5-18 (CIT 10th/CILT 8th), Dates 1&2 wk sessions 6/16-8/29 plus spring camps, Time 9-12 & 9-4:00 (7:30-5:30 check to confirm extended care for skateboard camp), Cost: $120-138/wk ˝ day, $175-258 full day, $288 for Science combo ($38 7:30-9 or 4-5:30) NOTE: Additional annual $50 membership required for these prices, Deadline: FCFS. Fills extremely early, particularly specialty camps like Skateboard (filled in the first week of Feb 2002 ex for some girl only slots) and Sport & Science combo (Note: online reg only for Sports & Science), Priority registration given to donors of at least $100 before Feb 1,

Info: 643-CAMP, http://calbears.berkeley.edu (03)

California Adventure Camps: This program offers a wide range of mobile and stationary camp options based in Contra Costa Jewish Community Center in Walnut Creek but with transportation available from Oakland, Berkeley and other East Bay communities.

Bay Area Explorers: (8-14) Mobile exploration of Bay Area Summer fun spots with regular trips to Water World, Discovery Kingdom, Windsurfing, Horseback Riding, Muir Woods, Angel Island, The Exploratorium, zoos, beaches and sports like bowling, mini golf, roller skating, gymnastics and more

Summer Skateboard: (6-14) Skating at all the local area skate parks with other non skate related summer fun as well. Expert coaching available. Weekly trip to Waterworld.

Summer Fun Day Camp: (5-12) Traditional summer fun with sports, games, drama, trips to movies, field trips, plus weekly Waterworld trip.

Kids TV Production Camp: (6-14) Campers learn ins and outs of Television Production both behind the scenes and in front of the camera

Summer Sports Camps: (5-12) Beginner to Intermediate level instruction in Flag Football, Soccer, Lacrosse, Baseball, Basketball, Tackle Football, Quarterback and Field Hockey, plus weekly Waterworld trip.

Age: 5-14 (CIT 12+) Dates: 1 wk sessions 6/13-8/19, Time 9-3 (8-5:30) Ratio: 8:1, Cost: varies by camp $98-375/wk ($85) early bird and “buddy” discounts, Deadline: FCFS 

Info: 925-952-4450 http://caladventurecamps.org (11)

Casa de Bambini: see Grand Lake Montessori (changed name in 2002).

Chabot Space & Science Center Summer Camp Explore space and earth science, astronomy, technology, robotics, and video production at the Science Center in the Joaquin Miller Park in Oakland.

Age: 1st-12th grade, Dates 1 wk sessions, 6/17-8/16 dates vary by age, Time 9-12 (10-3 for video production camp) no extended care, Cost: $185-250/wk, Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 336-7300 www.chabotspace.org (02)

Champions Science Adventures Day Camp: Launch a rocket, build a robot, and experiment with physics at Crown Beach in Alameda, Merritt College in Oakland and many other locations around the Bay area and nationally. Different theme each week, such as: Gizmo’s Robot Factory, Powerful Planet, Fabulous Physics Challenge, and Space and Rocketry. Also have after school and school break programs.
Age: 5-12, Dates 1 wk sessions 6/15 - 8/21, Time 9-noon or 9-3:30, Cost $194/wk half day, $309/wk full day, Multi-session & sibling discounts available, special $25 off coupon (promo Code caf003), Ratio max 15:1, Deadline: FCFS.
Info: 888-458-1812 www.scienceadventures.com (09)

Children's Fairyland's Performing Arts Camp: Theatre and circus arts with professional performers plus time with the animals, gardening, arts & crafts and swimming at Fairyland on Lake Merritt in Oakland. Performance for parents on last day.
Age: 5-10, Dates 6/18-8/24, 1 wk sessions, Time 9-5 (inquire for before and after care), Cost: $250/wk, discount for 6 weeks, Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 238-6878 #4 www.fairyland.org (07)

City Camp: (*SC) Urban explorer camp based at UC Berkeley and at the Ferry Building in San Francisco. Campers take a field trip every day, walking or taking BART, buses, cable cars and ferries to a wide range of East Bay and SF locations, learning to read maps, look for landmarks, and safely explore the city along the way. Not reviewed (but received “Favorite Camp in Bay Area Parent Magazine’s 2003-4 parents’ poll)

Age: 5-12, Dates 1 wk sessions 7/12-8/20 plus spring camps, Time 9-4 (8-6) Ratio 6:1, Cost: $250/wk ($100), multi-session and sibling discounts, Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 847-7123 www.citycamp.net (04)

Camp Chameleon Closed.

CCEA New Sprouts 2009 Chinese Summer Camp: Mandarin language program infused with fun cultural activities taught by bilingual Chinese teachers. Sponsored by the Chinese Cultural Education Association in Oakland at tne Lake Merritt United Methodist Church. No prior knowledge of Chinese is necessary. Learning Chinese by participating in theme-based activities including arts & crafts, dance & movement, stories, music, games, brush painting, take home projects, cooking, special visitors, and local field trips. Different cultural focus each week including Chinese Fables and Storytelling, Chinese Costumes, Famous Chinese Landmarks and Chinese Inventions.

Age: 4.5-12. Dates: wkly sessions 7/27-8/21. Time: 9-3 (8-6). Location: Oakland.

Cost: $280/wk (-5% for 3 wks, -10% for 4 wks). Extended care $75/week. Sibling discount 10%.

Info: 510-206-5666 www.cceanewsprouts.org (09)

Classroom Matters Super Summer Camp Arts and crafts, bookmaking, cooking, and games, plus daily field trips and outdoor fun including gardening, nature explorations and movement in West Berkeley. Changing themes each week reInforce key academic (biology, chemistry, math and writing) concepts in a fun, playful, encouraging atmosphere. Cooperative program of Classroom Matters and SymbaEdVentures.

Age: 5-10, Dates one wk sessions 6/19-8/11, Time 9-5 (half day options also), Ratio 10:1, Cost: $275/wk (half day options, sibling discounts), Deadline: June 12,

Info: 540-8646 www.classroommatters.com (06)

Contra Costa Civic Theatre Summer Drama Camp: Act in and produce a play (and video) at CCCT in El Cerrito with theater games, make up, improv, Cost:uming, staging and video. New advance training program at Prospect Sierra School for 12-16 yr olds. Review (3-98, 1-00) Well organized, experienced, motivated staff. Good for any kid who likes stage. No experience necessary. Good cooperation and self esteem builder. Loved it.
Age: 7-16, Dates two wk sessions, 6/17-8/30, Time 9-4 (no extended care), Cost: $250/wk (7-14) $262 (12-16), Deadline: lottery 3/15/02, then FCFS.

Info: 524-9132 or 524-6654 www.ccct.org (02)

COOK! Creative Culinary Camp: Learn foundational kitchen skills, cultivate the sense for the adventurous at the “International Street Food Fair” camps, or star in your own live cooking show in the “COOKS Live!” programs. Sponsored by and based at the Paulding & Company kitchen in Emeryville. Local professional chefs will be making guest teaching appearances throughout the summer and campers in the two-week programs will get to feed the senior citizens during a day of community service at the Emeryville Senior Center.

Open house on April 19^th, 2009, from 1 - 4p.m. so that parents and kids can come meet the staff and have a tour at Paulding & Company, 1410 D 62nd St., Emeryville, 94608.

Age: 9-12 and 13-17, Dates: 1 wk sessions: 6/15-6/26. 2 wk sessions: 7/6-7/17, 7/27-8/7. Time 9-3 (8-6) Ratio 6:1, Cost $500/wk sibling discounts, Deadline FCFS

Info: 594-1104 www.pauldingandco.com (09)

Creative Strings Camp: See Berkeley School of Strings listing above

Crissy Field Junior Ranger Camp Variety of programs in urban ecology, media lab, arts and nature based at the Crissy Field Center learning lab (in SF, but maybe you commute to the Presidio?). Visit other National Parks in the Bay Area - the Presidio, Alcatraz, Muir Woods, and then spend the night in the Marin Headlands. Plus they now offer a week long overnight camp in Kings Canyon.

Age: 6-14, Dates 1 week sessions 6/16-8/22 Time 8:30-5, Cost: $265-475/wk, ask about scholarships, Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 415/561-7690 www.crissyfield.org (03)

Crowden Music Camps: A variety of music camps at the Crowden Music Center in Berkeley for students from advanced payers to those with little or no experience with music:

Summer Music Berkeley: Chamber music camp for intermediate to advanced level string players. Includes daily bowing & technique classes, music theory & composition, and fiddling. Audition required.

Age: 7-18, Dates 2 wks 7/17-7/28, Time 8am - 1:45pm (8-6), Cost: $350/wk, Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 540-8707

Summer Music & Opera: For beginning and intermediate string players who enjoy singing. Small group string ensembles (placement by experience), morning music theory & orchestra, plus the opportunity to participate in all aspects of a fully staged opera production, from singing and acting to set and Cost:ume design.

Age: 8-13, Dates 3 wks 6/26-7/13, Time 9-3 (9-6), Cost: $300/wk, Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 559-2941, www.crowden.org

Scrape, Squawk & Bang: An Instrumental Discovery Camp. Designed for students who have had no or very little experience with instrumental music training. Instruction on violin, cello, piano or recorder plus experience in chorus, Dalcroze Eurythmics, music theory and percussion.

Age: 5-11, Dates 1 wk 6/19-6/23, Time 9am-2pm (9-6), Cost: $370/wk, Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 559-2941, www.crowden.org (06)

Crucible Summer Youth Camp: (*WC, *SC) Creative industrial & fire arts classes near the West Oakland BART. Wide range of programs including welding, blacksmithing, metalsmithing, flameworking, robots, mixed media, jewelry, fused glass, woodcarving, neon and more. The Crucible is a nonprofit sculpture studio, industrial arts educational facility, and art center with a focus on the fire arts.

Age: 8-18 (adult also), Dates one wk sessions, 6/23-8/11 plus spring break camp, Time 9-12:30 and/or 1:30-5, Cost: $200-310/wk, Ratio 6:1, Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 444-0919 www.thecrucible.org (08)

Culinary Kids: See Sprouts Cooking Club below.

CyberCamp: Technology & computer courses at UC Berkeley, Stanford, De Anza and other college campuses around the country. Graphic and web design, digital photography, and flash animation, computer programming and robotics, game design and modding. Sports during breaks for balance.
Age: 7-18, Dates 1 wk sessions 6/20-8/5, Time 8:45-4:45 (4:45-6:15, ex Friday (meals & board available), Cost: $499-599/wk ($60), Deadline: FCFS

Info: 888-904-CAMP, www.cybercamps.com (05)

Danceversity Camp: Movement and creativity camp at Ashkenaz World Music and Dance Community Center in West Berkeley with instruction in 10 different world dance styles. Explore the diversity of dance and world cultures through movement exploration.

Age: 7-16, Dates 1 wk sessions 8/4-8/29, Time 9-4 (plus 1/2 day sessions available) Cost: $300/wk, Deadline: early bird rates until May 1, FCFS

Info: 415-794-7463 http://www.danceversity.com (08)

David Rosenthal Poetry Workshops: Closed in 2011.

Deer Hill Ranch: closed in 2009.

Destiny Arts Center: Dance, martial arts, theatre games, role play, arts & crafts, outdoor adventures, swimming and performances in Oakland. Also have half day program for 3-6 yr olds and many classes.
Age: 7-12, Dates 1 wk sessions, Time 8:30-5 (inquire about extended care), Cost: $250/wk ($30&50), Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 597-1619 www.destinyarts.org (02)

East Bay Regional Parks: In addition to hosting many of the programs listed here, the regional park system runs a variety of camps from classic day camps to lifeguarding, to environmentalism for teens, to the Little Farm.

Age: 5-19, Dates all summer

Info: www.ebparks.com/camps (for complete listing of all camps that operate in the parks, including the EBRPD’s own and scholarship opportunities for all camps)

East Bay School of the Arts: closed in 2006

Eco-Investigations Camp: Science investigations, nature exploration, outdoor games, meditation, art and nature adventure at Lake Temescal with one night overnight in Redwood Regional Park.

Age: 7-12, Dates: 1 wk sessions 6/22-6/26 (7-10 yrs), 6/29-7/37/3 (9-12), Time: 9-3:00 with a Thursday overnight, Ratio 5:1, Cost: $250 before 6/30, sibling discounts, scholarships,

Info: 531-1377 www.ecocamps.org (09)

Education Unlimited: Academic and theatric oriented summer camps at UC Berkeley (and other college campuses). Session options include: acting, public speaking, debate, web & computer camp, college prep.
Age: 4^th-12^th grade, Dates 1-6 wk sessions , Time full day, contact for details, Cost: $885-$1775/wk (incl room & board, check for commuter prices & scholarships), Deadline: May 1 then FCFS.

Info: 548-6612 www.educationunlimited.com (03)

El Cerrito Sports Camp: Non competitive variety program at Cerrito Vista Park near the El Cerrito Community center and sponsored by the City of El Cerrito. Soccer, basketball, tennis, capture the flag, kickball, touch football, Frisbee, street hockey, bocce ball, jump rope, hula hoops, giant ring toss, chess and other board games, drawing, story telling and swimming. Grouped by age.
Age: 4-12 (CIT 14), Dates 1 wk sessions 7/14-8/22, Time 11-4 (9-6 or drop in), Ratio 10:1 (8:1 for 4-5 yr olds), Cost: $175/wk (25% surcharge for non El Cerrito residents, generous low income scholarship program available), ($40/2hr) drop in rates available for core prorgama nd extended care, 10% discount for 4 wks or more, Deadline: FCFS spaces may be available last minute, including daily drop ins.,

Info: 559-8208 http://www.elcerritosportscamp.com (08)

Camp Edmo: Hands-on arts, science, recreation camp and animation camps. Features activities designed in partnership with the Exploratorium, CA Academy of Sciences, Museum of Children’s Art (MOCHA), and Zeum. Held at Frank Otis Elementary in Alameda and Redwood day School in Oakland, plus locations in Moraga, Palo Alto, Cupertino, San Francisco and Larkspur.

Age: pre-K-4^th grade, Dates: 1 wk sessions, June - August, vary per location, Time: 9-3 (8-5:30). Cost: $327-434/week ($30 8-9 & $60 3-6PM or $10/hr, discounted with multi week enrollment), buddy & multi-week discounts. Lunch available. Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 415-282-6673 or 877-993-MORE (6673) www.campedmo.org (11)

Canp EdTech: Hands-on digital media arts camp designed in partnership with Zeum. Campers create their own digital movies, photographs, soundtracks, graphic designs, and animations. Every week includes a specialized digital media theme, camper contests, art show or movie screening. Held at Frank Otis Elementary in Alameda and Redwood day School in Oakland, plus locations in Moraga, Palo Alto, Cupertino, San Francisco and Larkspur.

Age: 5^th -9^th grade, Dates: 1 wk sessions, June - August, vary per location, Time: 9-3 (8-5:30). Cost: $467-509/week ($30 8-9 & $60 3-6PM or $10/hr, discounted with multi week enrollment), buddy & multi-week discounts. Lunch available. Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 415-282-6673 or 877-993-MORE (6673) www.campedtech.org (11)

Elementary School of Arts & Science: Closed in 03 due to the death of Carol Smith, the much beloved director.

Camp Ere: Cultural immersion with Brazilian artforms, including folkloric and contemporary dance, Capoeira, drumming and instrument making, costume making, storytelling, visual arts and performance in Berkeley. Sponsored by the Capoeira Arts Foundation and BrasArte.

Age: 6-13, Dates: 1 wk sessions 6/20-7/1, Time: 9-4 (8:30-5), Cost: $300 (multi session discount), Ratio: 6:1 Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 528-1958 or 666-1255 www.brasarte.com (11)

FAD Camp: Fun, Art & Drama: Painting, drawing, collage, clay, puppets, drama, dress-up, and more for children who are interested in the process of creating art and drama and not as interested in performing. Run by storyteller Mary Ellen Hill in West Berkeley, who also runs the Adoptees Connecting Camp (listed above) and the performance arts camp, Puppets and Pie (not listed).

Age: 6-12, Dates 1 wk session 8/18-8/22 Time 9:3-3:00 (3-5) Ratio 6:1, Cost: $330/wk, partial scholarship available Deadline: FCFS

Info: 636-4155 www.mehstories.com  (08)

Fairyland: See Children’s Fairyland

Fencing Camp: Fencing instruction and games at Sport Fencing Center in El Cerrito. Children with all levels of experience are welcome and grouped according to their age and ability (some weeks are youth camp age 8-11 & some weeks are teen camp age 12-16). Activities include strengthening and conditioning, footwork, blade work, tactics and Olympic-style electronic bouting. Mentally challenging and a great workout. Excursion on Fridays. All equipment is provided.

Age: 8-16, Dates 1 wk sessions 6/16-8/22 (varies by age), Time: 9-3 (inquire about extended) Cost: $295.

Info: 528-5110 www.sportfencingcenter.com (08)

Fiddlekids: Traditional Appalachian and Irish fiddle music: tunes, songs, dance & art at Tehiyah Day School in El Cerrito. Concert for parents on last day at 5.
Age: 7-13, Dates 1 wk session 6/23-27, Time 9-3:30, Ratio 5:1, Cost: $410/wk, Deadline: FCFS. usually fills by mid March
Info: 235-0370 www.fiddlekids.com (03)

Footfire Soccer: Soccer with arts and crafts option at Cordonices Park in Berkeley. Very yummy (and healthy but don‘t tell the kids) lunch and 2 snacks provided. Review (1-00) Organized, well trained staff. Good team play. Loved it.
Age: 5-16 (CIT 13), Dates 1 wk sessions 6/16-7/18, Time 9-3 (9-5), Ratio 7:1, Cost: $160-200/wk ($50), sibling, team, & multi week discounts ask about scholarships (before 4/30/02), Deadline: FCFS some sessions fill in May,

Info: 528-2133 www.footfire.com (02)*

Fox Ridge Kids Riding Camp Learn basic horse handling (brushing, tacking up), barn safety and riding skills Fox Ridge Farm in Oakland hills near intersection of Redwood Ave and Skyline Drive.  Ride twice a day and have other barn fun. First timers welcome.  For horse and barn lovers, boys and girls. 

Age: 7 to 11; Dates: 1 wk sessions 7/31- 8/11: 9-3; Ratio: 6:1; Cost: $495/wk. Deadline: FCFS

Info: 655-5039 (06)

Freed Athletics: (*SC) Basketball Camp at St. Theresa’s Gym in Oakland teaching fundamental athletic and basketball instruction with head counselors all having Division -1 college athletic experience. 

Age: 3^rd -8^th grade, Dates: 3 day session 6/22-24, Time 9-3, Ratio 7:1, Cost: $169/session single & two day session available, Deadline FCFS

Info: 408-2056-1760 www.freedathletics.com

Fusion Program for Mixed Heritage & Transracially Adopted Youth.  Focused on supporting multiracial, multiethnic, and/or transracially adoptive youth and their families. Located at the Redwood Day School. Campers explore identity through the mixed heritage and transracial adoptee lens through visual and performing arts, and participate in activities such as martial arts, cooking, and outdoor sports, as well.

Age: 7-12 (CIT 15-17) Dates: 2 week session 7/25-8/5, Time 9-4 (8-5), Ratio 4:1, Cost: $325/wk ($100) sibling discount, Deadline 7/11/11

Info: 414-8686 www.fusionprogram.org

Future Star Baseball: Baseball and fitness camps located in Oakland hills that encourage participants to give positive reinforcement to each other in both competitive and non-competitive drills and games. Camps include: Sport, Fun and Fitness Camp with a variety of sports, Baseball Camp for a full day of baseball fundamentals with a full game each day, and half day Hitting Camps that focus on taking the stress out of hitting and improving game-time confidence.

Age: 9-18, Dates: 1 wk sessions 6/21-8/6, Time: 9-4, 9-12 & 1-4, Cost: $325/wk full day, $150/wk half day, Ratio 8-10:1, Deadline: FCFS

Info: 710-0987 www.futurestarbaseball.com (10)

Camp Galileo: Art, science, and outdoor programming with fun camp traditions at St Theresa School in Oakland, Prospect Sierra Elementary in El Cerrito, Bentley Upper School in Lafayette and 18 other Bay area locations Curriculum developed in partnership with The Tech Museum of Innovation, de Young Museum and Klutz with four weeks of programming:  Ocean Expeditions, Mission to the Moon & Psychedelic ‘60s, Amusement Park Engineers & Medieval Art and Adventures in Flight & Egyptian Art.  Not reviewed, but voted “Best Camp for Kids” in Bay Area Parent and “Best of the Bay” in SF Magazine

Age: pre-K-5^th grade (CIT) Dates:1 wk sessions 6/14-8/6 (dates differ at some locations), Cost: $349/wk ($30 AM, $60 PM), 50% discount for multiple weeks, ask about scholarships, Time 9-3 (8-5:30) half day available also, Ratio: 8:1 (6:1 K), Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 800-854-3684 www.galileo-learning.com (10)

Galileo Summer Quest: Specialty camp in which students dive into subjects they are passionate about or want to explore at Holy Names High School in Oakland and three other South Bay/Peninsula locations. Campers design their day, choosing a Major, such as Claymation, Digital Photography, Fashion Design, Go-Kart Makers, Junior M.D., Magazine Makers and Video Game Design and 2 Minors from a varied group of topics, including Hip Hop Dance, Improv, Jewelry Making , Kitchen Chemistry, Science of Explosions, Green Design andSports Medley.

Age: 5^th - 8^th grade. Dates: 2 wk sessions 6/14-8/6. Cost: $400/wk ($40 AM, $80 PM), Time: 8:45-3:15 (7:45-5:30). Ratio: 8:1, Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 800-854-3684 www.galileo-learning.com (10)

Camp Gan Israel East Bay: Swimming, ceramics, gymnastics, shabbatons, challah baking, GPS treasure hunting, drumming, theater and more sponsored by Chabad of the East Bay at Lake Temescal. Includes overnights and bi-weekly trips to water park, bowling, farm and others. Pa rt of Northern California’s largest network of Jewish day camps.

Age: 4-12, (CIT 13-14) Dates 3 or 6 wk sessions 6/21-7/30, Time 9-3:30 (8-5:30) Cost: $242-$250/wk ($30 AM $50 PM) scholarships available

Info: 540-5824, www.ganisraelberkeley.com. (10)

Garton Art’s City Camp: A series of music and dance workshops to be held at Laney Community College, in Oakland, California, culminating in an exciting public performance on the Laney Fusion Theater stage for friends, family, and the public. No experience necessary for some workshops. Students can choose from jazz, modern dance, percussion, traditional dance, and spoken word. Pizza party, complimentary DVD, and class photo.

Age: 12-18, Dates 1 wk session 7/16-7/20, Time 4-8 Ratio 6:1 to 20:1, Cost: $250/wk full scholarships available.

Info: 914-0103 www.gartonarts.org (07)

girlsAdventureOUT: See AdventureOUT.

Girls on the Go!: Camp for girls with daily field trips starting from Cedar-Rose Park in Berkeley. Girls learn about traveling around the East Bay and San Francisco via BART, bus, ferry boat and walking. Additional interactive workshops with community role models, mostly women, offered most sessions. Outing examples: mini-golfing, bread factory tour, bowling, trips to Zeum, Exploratorium, old time arcades, boating at Lake Merritt. Interactive Workshop examples: shrinky dinks, jewelry making, yoga, self-defense, capoeira, cheese tasting, slackline. Random acts of kindness included each week. Not reviewed but the related Monkey Business program has been highly popular. See Monkey Business for reviews.

Age: 9-13 yrs (girls only), Dates 1 wk sessions in June, July & August, Time 8:00-4 (8-6), Ratio 11:1, Cost: $325/wk ($65/week), limited scholarships available, multiple-week discounts available through May 15. Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 529-9332 www.girlsonthegocamp.com (11)

Girlpower Shakespeare Camp: Coed and girls only drama camps with an empowerment focus for girls offered at Dimond Park, Oakland. Campers explore their imaginations, learn a range of acting skills and rehearse their own version of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

Age 5-12 , Dates: 2 one wk sessions (coed 5-7) 7/11-7/22 & and 1 two week session for girls age 8+ , Time 9-3, Ratio 11:1, Cost $250/wk , multi-session and sibling discounts & early bird discount (before 5/15/11), Deadline FCFS

Info: : http://www.womanswill.org/next-classes (11)

Grand Lake Montessori Musical Drama Camp: Immersion camp with theatre professionals culminating in performance. In Oakland near Grand Lake. No prior experience required.
Age: 7-12, Dates 2 wk session 7/29-26 & 8/8 performance on 8/9, Time 8:30-3:30 (8:30-6), Cost: $225/wk ($10/day), Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 863-4313 www.grandlakemontessori.com (02)

Green Stuff Day Camp: Plant science discovery camp at the UC Botanical Garden. Explore garden trails with plants from around the world; Learn about special plant adaptations and animal relationships; Discover many plant uses; Make food, dyes, and crafts with botanical ingredients.
Age: 5-10, Dates: 1 wk sessions throughout summer, varies by age (5-7 & 8-10 groupings), Time 9-2, Ratio 6:1, Cost: $220-$240/wk, Deadline: FCFS fills fast,
Info: 643-2755 www.botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu (10)

Ha-Ha-This-Away: Movement, clowning, acrobatics, theatre arts, arts & crafts, puppetry, yoga, Aikido, field trips to Tilden and Marina, on 8^th Street in Berkeley. Organic snacks provided. Reviews (1-98, 4-99, 1-00) Well organized, good facility, great staff, plus guest artists. Kids loved it. Best for physical dramatically inclined, creative, silly kids (not those who want serious athletics or science). Can be good for building physical confidence.
Age: 5-9, Dates 4 wk sessions 6/20-8/12, Time 9-3, Ratio 7:1, Cost: $225/wk, Deadline: FCFS fills early (in February in 2003),

Info: 527-5115 www.hahathisaway.com (05)

Camp Habitot: Storytelling, art, music, dance, free play with toys, and dramatic play with Cost:umes and props centered around a kid-inspired theme at the Habitot Children's Museum in downtown Berkeley.

Age: 2-5, Dates 1 wk sessions 7/10 - 8/28, Time 9:15-11:15, 9:15-noon, or 2-5 Cost: $165-195/wk pick up & drop off options, Deadline: FCFS

Info: 647-1111 www.habitot.org (06)

Hall of Health Summer Science Club: Hands-on activities, science experiments, games, and demonstrations on a range of science and health topics sponsored by Children's Hospital and Research Center in the Hall of Health Museum in Berkeley.

Age: 3^rd-5^th grade, Dates: 2 wk session 7/30-8/10, Time: 1-4, Cost: $100/wk, scholarships available, Deadline: FCFS

Info: 549-1564 www.hallofhealth.org (07)

Head Over Heels Gymnastics: (*WC, *SC) Gymnastics, and circus arts in Emeryville, plus volleyball, swimming, arts and crafts and excursions to the Berkeley Marina and elsewhere. Review (1-98) Well organized. Good staff. Liked it. Multicultural.
Age: 4-12 (8+ for Splash Circus), Dates 2 wk sessions 6/17-8/31 plus winter and spring camps, Time 9:30-12:30 or 9:30-4:30 (8-6), Cost: $150-175/wk ˝ day $250-300 full ($5/hr) ask about scholarships, Deadline: FCFS. some classes will fill ahead,

Info: 655-1265 www.hohgymnastics.com (02)

I Can Summer Camps: Adventure camp and Spanish camp with weekly field trips and themes in a church near Bushrod Park in Oakland. Not reviewed

Age: 5-11, Dates 1 wk sessions 6/19-8/25, Time 8-5 (7-6), Cost: $185/wk Adventure & $205 Spanish ($2/hr), Swim lessons are an additional $25, Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 655-7495 (06)

iD Tech Camp: Technology & computer courses held at UC Berkeley, St. Mary's College of Moraga, Stanford and other college campuses around California and the country. Create video games, websites, movies, C++ and Java programs, iPhone® and Facebook® apps, robots, 3D animations and more. Special Teen programs include: iD Gaming Academy, iD Visual Arts Academy and iD Programming Academy.

Age: 7-17, Dates 1 wk sessions all summer, Time, 9-5, ex Fri ends at 3:30, (8:30-5:30 no extra fee, extended program 7:30-7 ex Fri) also overnight and weekend options, Ratio 6:1, Cost: $699-999/wk ($249), Early enrollment discounts available, Deadline: FCFS
Info: 1-888-709-TECH (8324) www.internaldrive.com (12)

Imagination Kids Art Camp - Theme based week-long camps using quality materials in a home studio setting in El Cerrito. Explore different media and experiment with the techniques and styles of several important artists.

Age 6-14, Dates 1 wk sessions 6/20-7/29, Time 9-3, Ratio 8:1 (8 campers max), Cost $360/wk (some financial aid available), Deadline FCFS

Info: 233-2509 www.lucyames.com (11)

Camp Ěwŕlewŕ: Art, music, games, storytelling,hiking, science and outdoor fun combining Yoruba folklore and art with ecology and nature studies to instill a deep caring attitude about creating sustainable global cultures run by IFE, inc. at Joachin Miller and Dimond in Oakland.
Age: K-5th, Dates 1 wk sessions, 10 weeks, Time 9-4, Ratio 12:1, Cost: $250/wk (sibling and multiweek discounts), Deadline: FCFS filled by June in 05,
Info: 485-2336 email: http://www.ifeincsfo.com (07)

JCC (Berkeley Richmond) Camp: This camp has been integrated in with the JCC Camp Tzofim

JCC (Oakland/ Piedmont/Berkeley) Camp Tzofim: Arts, crafts, sports, swimming, music, nature activities and Judaica at Jewish Community Center in Oakland on Redwood Road with sites in as Joaquin Miller and Roberts parks. Free transportation to and from the JCC building in Berkeley. Older kids get overnight campouts.
Age: K-10^th grade (CIT), Dates 2 wk sessions 6/22-8/14, Time 9-4 (8-6), Cost: $225-330/wk +1 time $100 fee, Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 848-0237, http://www.jcceastbay.org/jcc/child_teens_camp_tzofim.htm (09)

Jingle Jamboree Kodaly Summer Music Camp: (*WC, *SC) Music camp by at Jingle Jamboree on Solano in Berkeley. Minimum of two hours of music instruction each day that includes music reading and writing, basic piano, singing folk songs and playing folk games.  Campers also make folk crafts, computerized crafts and learn basic drumming skills on conga drums, bongo drums and other basic forms of percussion instruments.  Camp provides two organic snacks per day and a "surprise" pizza party on the last day of camp.  The lunch hour is spent each day at a nearby park.  Camp is held at 1607 Solano Avenue in Berkeley.

Age: 5-10, Dates 2 wk sessions 6/22-7/17, Time 9-3 Ratio 4:1, Cost: $300/wk ($100), early bird, multi-session and sibling discounts, Deadline: until filled (maximum 10 campers per session).

Info: 334-8851 www.jinglejamboree.com (07)

JMCA Kaleidoscope Summer Performing Arts Camp (formerly Theatre Rats) (*WC, *SC), Performing arts training with professional actors at the Julia Morgan Center for the Arts in Berkeley. Intensive theatre classes covering basic and intermediate/advanced acting (including acting techniques, character development, voice, focus and ensemble-building games), creative movement, improvisation, and a daily playmaking workshop in which students work solo, in partnerships and in groups to create an original play. Performance at the end of each session. Rainbow Camps for grades pre-K and K offer drama, visual art, dance and music activities exploring themes of diversity and cross-cultural connections.

Age: PreK-6^th grade, min 4 yrs, *Internship program available for grades 9 and up,Dates 2 wk sessions 7/5- 9/2 plus winter and spring camps, Time 9-4:30, (9-2 for preK & K Rainbow camp), Cost: $250/wk, Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 845-8542x301 www.juliamorgan.org (05)

Camp Keetov at Temple Beth-El: Arts & crafts, sports, drama, hiking & other outdoor activities in Tilden, swimming at public pool, overnight camp, Jewish cultural program, singing, games and lots of silliness. Reviews (3-97, 2-98, 3-99) Very well organized. Good high energy very attentive staff. Liked a lot. Good exposure to and interaction with kids of all faiths, not necessary to be a member of the Temple. Fast paced, best for child who can adapt to traveling during day. Intense but supportive community environment to overcome shyness

Age: K-9^th grade (CIT), Dates: 4 wk sessions 6/23-7/18 & 7/28-8/22, Time 9-3 (7:30-6) Bus pickup 8:30 -3:30 at 3 places, Cost: (00) $115-215/wk (add $22 for 7:30-9, $44 for 3-6), Deadline: late March, usually fills except a few spaces in the K & 9 camps.

Info: 848-2372. http://www.campkeetov.org (03)

KIDS for the BAY: Aquatic Science Adventure Camp: Hands-on outdoor science program studying the local environment of the San Francisco Bay Area. Campers meet at a different aquatic environment each day for one week, such as The Berkeley Marina, Lake Anza, and Jewel Lake. Activities include exploring aquatic ecosystems, fishing for crabs, studying arthropods, playing nature games, making nature art, and visiting the Bay Area Discovery Museum in Marin (8-10 camp). All staff are year-round professional environmental educators.

Age: 5-10.  Dates 1 wk sessions 6/20-8/5, Time 9-4, Ratio 8:1, 16 max, Cost: $305-335/wk, discounts before 2/28 Deadline: FCFS until 5/13.

Info: 510-985-1602 www.kidsforthebay.org (11)

Kids 'n' Clay: Raku pottery, wheel throwing, clay sculpture and mosaic tile at 5th Street studio in Berkeley. Includes snacks, all materials and firings. Reviews (1-97, 1-00) Excellent staff knows how to give kids right balance of support and independence. "Wonderful experience: Loved it.
Age: 5-teen, Dates 1 wk sessions 6/26-8/11 (plus Saturday session), Time 9-3, Cost: $365/wk, Deadline: FCFS usually fills in February.

Info: 845-0982 www.kidsnclay.com (09)

Kids' Carpentry: Carpentry projects (bird houses, boats, trucks, doll furniture, etc.) with non power tools at the Tannery in West Berkeley. Also at Albany & Piedmont Rec. Dept. and various after school programs. Review (1-98, 1-00). Good program, Great staff, small, adequate facility, OK organization. Kids love it. Great for kid who wants to make something. Learn to think out a project from start to end and to use different tools - and to stick with project.
Age: K-6^th grade, Dates: 1 wk sessions Mon - Thu 7/30-8/28, Time: 1-1/2 hr sessions 2 morning & 1 afternoon, Cost: $75/wk,

Info: 524-9232 www.kidscarpentry.net (03)

Kids Spirit Camp: Spiritual summer nature camp incorporating Eastern and Western Earth-honoring spiritual paths in Tilden Park. Daily nature hikes, multicultural sacred arts and crafts, meditation, yoga, drumming, dancing, cooperative esteem-building games.
Age: 6-16 Dates 1 wk sessions 7/10-28 Time 8:30-5:30 Cost: $250/wk, Deadline: FCFS

Info: 653-7293 web site not working this year (00)

KidzArt East Bay Pre-Kinder Summer Workshops: Explore oil pastels, watercolor paint, and tempera paint. Themes to choose from: Machines that Zoom, Bugs in the Garden, and Ocean Treasures.

Ages: 4-6;  Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6/8–8/5. Time: 10:30-11:15 or 11:20-12:05. Ratio 6:1 max. Cost: $36 per 3 class session

Info: 510 388-1922 www.KidzArteastbay.com (2007)

Knitoneone: Knitting & Fiber Camps for all levels on Adeline in South Berkeley. Beginners will start on a scarf and then move to a hat or other cute project. More advanced knitters will have the choice of toys, cupcakes, hats, baby booties and more. We might also do some needle felting and crochet.

Ages: 10-adult. Dates: 1 wk sessions 6/21-7/2 Time: 10-1, Ratio: 6:1, Cost: $169/wk,

Info: 891-1399 http://knitoneone.com

Kodaly Chorus Camp Daily choral rehearsals, singing games and folk dancing hosted by Holy Names University in Oakland Hills. Features the methods of Zoltan Kodály. No audition required. Culminates in a public performance on the final day.

Age: 8-12, Dates 2 wk session 7/9-20, Time 9-2:30, Cost: $113/wk, Deadline: FCFS limit 70,

Info: 436-1234 www.hnu.edu (07)

Camp Lango – Spanish Immersion: Spanish immersion at the Glenview Elementary School in Oakland & Pt. Richmond Community Center (location varies by date. Check website for more locations). Culturally-themed adventures outdoor games, competitions, and arts & crafts.

Age: 4-9, Dates 1 wk sessions (7/28-8-15), Time 9-12:30 or 9-3:30 (extended available), Cost: Half-day ($219/wk), Full-day ($399/wk) One-time materials fee of $25/family multi-session and sibling/friend discounts.  Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 888-445-2646 www.langokids.com (08)

Lekha Creative Writing Camp: Learn to write from the heart and overcome writers block in creative writing and academic communication camp at Redwood Day School in Oakland (also locations in Sunol, Redwood City, and San Jose. Stories, poems, and plays written by children may be published in the annual anthology Adventures of the Imagination. Creative writing and academic options.

Age: : 2^nd-9^th grade, Dates 1-4 wk sessions all summer (plus spring camps in San Jose), Time 9:30-4:30 (8-6) Ratio 8:1, Cost $275/wk ($75), early bird, multi-session & sibling discounts, Deadline FCFS

Info: 408-439-0422 www.lekhapublishers.com (09)

Lemon Tree Outdoor Arts Studio for Kids: Integrated arts and science exploration in a backyard of fruit trees and organic vegetables, at home studio in Oakland. Activities include recycled sculpture, print-making, photography, nature creations, mosaics, paper-making, as well as cooperative outdoor games. All art and science materials and healthy snacks from the garden provided. Friday afternoon open gallery for families and friends.

Age: 5-10 Dates: 1 wk sessions 8/2-20 Time: 9-3 Ratio: 6:1 (Sessions limited to 12 students per week) Cost: $325/wk Deadline: Register by 5/20.

Info: Email lemontreeoakland@yahoo.com or call Liz (503) 804-2130 or Brook (510) 684-5871 (10)

LHS Science Camp (& UC Botanical Safari Camp): Programs on specific science & nature topics at Lawrence Hall of Science or UC Botanical garden above UC Berkeley campus. See Cal Sports & Science above for LHS science morning combined with Cal Sports afternoon. Reviews (3-97, 2-98) Full day programs are new in 2002. Reviews of old half day programs were widely split. Some said well organized, good staff and liked or loved it, others weren't enthusiastic, thought it was just OK or even boring, not worth all the driving for a 1/2 day program. One called activities oriented more toward younger kids. The LHS/UC Botanical combo program got a good review in 97 as a nice low key non physical change of pace.
Age: 3rd grade (Science) 3&4th grade (botanical) Dates 1 wk sessions 7/29-8/9 (Science), 6/24-28 or 8/12/16 (botanical), Time 9-4, Cost: $289/wk, Deadline: registration day is 3/9/02 for LHS members and 3/23//02 for non-members then FCFS. some popular programs filled immediately, but some slots may remain available until program starts.

Info: 642-5134 www.lhs.berkeley.edu (02)*

Living Language Creative writing and reading for girls in El Sobrante with journals, group discussions, writers workshops, special guests, plus activities such as garden planting, working with beads, painting, listening to music, making masks.
Age: 8-16 Dates 2 wk (8 day) sessions 7/18-27 (12-16), 8/1-10 (8-12) Time 9-3 Cost: $250/wk, Deadline: May 30, limited to six girls

Info: 222-7206 www.livinglanguagecamp.com (05)

Los Mapaches Music Camp: not running currently

Luna Kids Summer Dance: Explore movement invention & problem solving through improvisation, take classes in modern dance and other dance forms, and learn to make your own dances in Berkeley. Summer Dance Camp (8-11) and the Teen Choreography Workshop (12-16) are appropriate for kids both new and experienced in dance and choreography.
Age: 8-16 Dates 1 wk sessions 7/11-15 (12-16), 7/18-22 (8-11) Time 10-4 (teen) 9-3 (8-11) Cost: $300/wk (20% discount before May 15) Deadline: FCFS

Info: 644-3629 www.lunakidsdance.com (05)

Make Me A Pro Soccer Camp: beginner and advanced camps sponsored by the Berkeley Recreation Division and former professional soccer player Kevin Broomfield.

Age: 2.5- 14 Dates 7/28-8/1 1 wk sessions, partial and full day

Info: 677-7024 981-5150 www.mmapsports.com

MicroKidz Summer Computing Camp: Closed in 2001

Mills Girls Soccer camp: Soccer coaching and games plus swimming, indoor soccer and outdoor games at Mills College in Oakland.

Age: 6-13, Dates: 1 wk sessions 6/26-8/4, Time: 9-5pm, Ratio: 5-1 or better, Cost: $250/wk, Deadline: FCFS

Info: 430-2395 http://people.mills.edu/colette (06)

MOCHA Summer Art Camp: (*WC, *SC) Different themes each week such as cartooning, sculpture, sci-fi, animals, architecture, sculpture, natural materials, musical instruments and edible art at the Museum of Children's Art in downtown Oakland. Art walks and visits to other museum or programs each week. Snacks included. Also offer half day studio intensives for teens with small classes and individual mentoring. Review (1-98) Well organized, small classes, limited facility but suitable (they've moved since). Like it.
Age: K-6th + 7th-12th teen program (CIT apprenticeship 9^th-12th), Dates 1 wk sessions 6/16-8/29 teen half day program 7/14-8/8 plus winter and spring camps, Time 8:30-3:30 (8-6), Cost: $265/wk ($3/day for 8-8:30 $12/day for 3:30-6) check for scholarships, Deadline: FCFS. usually a few spaces left last minute,

Info: 465-8770 www.mocha.org (03)

Monart Art Camp (see Berkeley School of the Arts)

Monkey Business Camp: (*WC, *FB, *SC) Emphasis on play based fun with respect toward oneself, others, and the earth. Daily projects in art, cooking, science; gatherings with circle games and camp songs; exploring Tilden-the natural world, wildlife, farm animals; fun field games like banana tag, monkey ball, sharks and minnows; storytelling; weekly swimming at Lake Anza; Fun treasure hunts, pińatas, carnivals with games and prizes.  Programs include: Pirate Camp, Outdoor Cooking, Mad Science, and Fabulous Fun.  Also, one special 2 week session with Drama/Performing Arts theme with a performance for family and friends at the conclusion. Healthy, organic, local snacks served I afternoon extended care. (See also Girls on the Go! above).

Reviews (2-98, 2-99, 3-00) Excellent, creative staff. Kids loved it. Best for kids who like to be outdoors all day, enjoy some structure. Mix of active and calm time. Lots of noncompetitive new game activities and some independent time. Emphasize gentleness to world and others, nature appreciation.
Age: 3-4&5-10 yrs (CIT & JC 11-17), Dates 1 or 2 wk sessions in June, July & August plus daily registration for Winter break & February break & Spring break at Berkwood Hedge School and/or the Berkeley School, Time 8:30-3:30 (8-6), Ratio 8:1 to 11:1 (depending on age), Cost: $225-325/wk ($80) limited scholarships available, multiple-week discounts of $25-50 per week available through May 15. Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 540-6025 www.monkeybusinesscamp.com (11)

Moonlight Entertainments Summer Drama Camp: Theatre camp at the Redeemer Conference Center in Oakland off Golf Links Rd. Learn drama, dance and vocal techniques. Summer 2009 program is the hit musical "Disney's High School Musical 2" with the student production to be held 8/1/09 at the Valley Center for the Performing Arts at Holy Names University.
Age: 5-12.  Dates: one 3 wk session 7/13-31, Time 9-3 (before & after care available), Ratio: 6:1, Cost $183/wk ($7/hr).  scholarships and sibling discounts

Info: -969-8375 www.moonlightentertainment.org

Musically Minded Academy: (WC, SC and other school holidays): Music school and community arts center located in Rockridge which hosts a wide variety of camp program, including music, arts, crafts, science and engineering programs year round.

Info: http://www.facebook.com/MusicallyMindedAcademy and www.musicallyminded.com

Narnia Playhouse Drama Camp: Theater camp in Oakland (Hillcrest & Montclair) and Moraga. Focus of camp is production of a full length play. Daily activities include rehearsal, creative drama, theater games and storytelling. Not reviewed

Age-grades 1-6, Dates 2 wk sessions 6/18-7/27, Time-9-4 (8-5:30), Ratio-1:8, Cost: $225/wk ($5/hr),

Info: 531-5546 www.dougsdrama.com (08)

Organic Kids Camp: Arts & crafts, drama, games, storytelling, gardening and play at Strawberry Creek park in West Berkeley with field trips to beaches, parks, museums, rivers, buildings, gardens, and fairs.

Age: 5-12, Dates 1 wk sessions 6/21-7/16, Time 8:30-4:30, Cost: $240/wk, sibling discount, Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 847-6755 www.organickidscamp.org (04)

Pacific Boychoir Music Day Camp: Music day camp in Rockridge for young boys who would like to explore music. Campers learn music theory, learn to play Orff instruments and sing during the mornings, and then take a field trip in the afternoon to go hiking, swimming, bowling, and more.

Age: 5-9, One 1 wk session - first week of august every year 7/28-8/01, Time 9-4 (8-6) Ratio 6:1, Cost $275/wk (inquire for pre after care fees), Scholarship Available, Deadline: FCFS

Info: 652-4722 www.pacificboychoir.org (08)]

Park Day Summer Art Camp: Art music and drama activities at Park Day School in Oakland. Different emphasis each week. End of week performance presentation to parents. Reviews (1-97, 1-98) Organization and facility good, staff professional and creative. Liked it. There is outdoor play in yard but best for arts oriented kids, not seeking a highly active or sports oriented program.
Age: 6-13 (CIT 12), Dates 1 wk sessions 6/16-8/15, Time 8:30-3:30 or 8:30-5:30 (8-6), Ratio 16:1, Cost: $250-260/wk 10% discount before 10% (add $25 for 8-8:30 or 5:30-6), Deadline: FCFS sometimes space available in to the summer, register at least 2 wks before session,

Info: 653-5718 www.parkdaysummerartscamp.com (03)

Peace Camp: Peace themes and peaceful problem solving through singing, skits, arts and crafts, sign language, outdoor play, and nature at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship at Cedar & Bonita in Berkeley with afternoon swimming at King Pool. Also held in Santa Rosa and Lakeport. Includes one day field trip. Very small groups for maximum individual attention. Review (1-99) OK facility, nice staff, lots of fun. Kid liked it. "not mushy".

Yoga Peace Camp: Children learn yoga poses and games that develop strength, self-confidence, and group cooperation and swim at King Pool in afternoon.

Age: 6-12, Dates: 1 wk session 8/16-20 (Peace camp), 8/9-13 (Yoga), Time 8:30-5:30, Ratio 4:1, Cost: $220/wk, Deadline: FCFS

Info: 845-8417 www.peacecamp.com (10)

Peace Child: Performing arts day camp at Arlington Community Church in Kensington during which campers prepare and perform a musical that invites young people to do something now to help adults create a more peaceful world – by singing, dancing, acting, and making art for peace.

Age: 8-13, Dates 2-wk session 8/13-17 & 8/20-24 with performances 8/24 & 25 at 7 pm, Time 9-1, Ratio 6:1, Cost: $100/wk, Deadline: 7/16/2007 or FCFS

Info: 526-9146 or email acc.staff@sbcglobal.net www.acc-ucc.org (07)

ProAction Athletics High School Boot Camp: Training camp for the High School athlete to build skills, capacity and confidence for fall tryouts. Takes place next to the Library near Lake Merritt. Different workout each day including cardio, speed drills, flexibility, weight lifting, core work, plyometrics and overall body toning.

Age: 13-18, Dates: 4 wk session 6/15-7/10 (there are also sessions during the school year) Time 3:30-5:00 Cost: $30/wk Ratio 20:1 Deadline: FCFS

Info: 847-4532 www.proactionathletics.com (09)

QuantumKids/QuantumCamp: Hands-on and discovery based laboratory science programs in downtown Berkeley and in Mountain View.  Students take historical journeys through exciting science concepts, conducting experiments and making sense of their own data. Math, science & computer programs available as well as after school programs.

Age: 1st -6th grade (Quantum Kids) & 7th-10^th grade (QuantumCamp), Dates: 1 week sessions 6/25-8/24, Time: 9-12 & 1-4 (Kids) or 9-3 (Camp), Ratio: 10:1, Cost: $295/wk (Kids) $595-$750 (Camp), Deadline: FCFS

Info: 559-824-3045 (Kids) or 510-841-4150 (Camp), www.quantumcamp.com (12)

Quest Therapeutic Camp: Program that aims to help campers achieve improvement in self-esteem, peer relationships and understanding and expression of feelings. Based at Stone Valley Middle School in Alamo. Coed and girls only sessions. Sports, games, swimming, hiking, arts and crafts, drama, music and wildlife programs plus field trip every other Friday. Comprehensive program with hourly feedback, group therapy, bi weekly evaluations and parent meetings. Not reviewed

Age: 6-16, Dates 3 wk minimum 6/26-8/18, Time 9-3:30 Ratio 6:1, Cost: $531-636/wk (check your insurance – qualifies for some coverage ), Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 925-743-1370 www.questcamps.com (06)

Camp Ramah of the Bay Area: Closed in 05

Robinson's Equestrian Summer Camps:

Horse Stable Management Camp: Ride and learn all aspects of stable management and day to day care of horses. Sponsored by Robinson's Equestrian Services at Hayward Hills Equestrian Center.

Age: 12+, Dates 2 wk sessions 6/22-7/3, 7/13-7/24, 7/27-8/14, Time 9-3 (8-3), Ratio 8:1, Cost $250/wk, Deadline 2 weeks prior to each camp..

Info: 862-0960 www.robinsonsequestrianservices.com

Horseback Riding Camp: Learn all aspects of horsemanship and horse care, mixing in a variety of fun horse activities and exercises designed to improve the student's balance and control, plus horsie arts and crafts and horse games. Sponsored by Robinson's Equestrian Services at Hayward Hills Equestrian Center.

Age: 6+, Dates 1 wk sessions 6/22-6/26, 7/13-7/17, 8/3-8/7, Time 9-3 (8-3), Ratio 5:1, Cost $425/wk, Deadline 2 weeks prior to each camp.

Info: 760-8909 www.robinsonsequestrianservices.com

Robotics for Fun: Build robots or radio controlled all terrain vehicles (RC-ATVs). Learn robot design, construction and programming or RC design, construction and performance and build and operate your own in Oakland. Plus visits to technology related museums and sites.

Age: 7-teen, Dates 1 wk sessions, 7/27-8/7 (vary by age), Time 9-12 or 9-3, Ratio 5:1, Cost: $325 ˝ day, $650 full day, Deadline March 31

Info: 597-0772. www.roboticsforfun.com (09)

Rock n’ Rhythm Guitar Camp: Participate in Rock Guitar orchestra, move and shake to tribal African Rhythms, write rock n roll masterpieces, and sing, dance, or play percussion in jam sessions. Indoor and outdoor play. Performance at the end of each week. Guitars and drums provided. Collaboration of Kenan Guitar School Strike A Chord program and Pope Flyne’s African Dance and drumming program at Skyline Community Church in Oakland. Also programs in San Leandro.
Age: 7-11 Dates:  1 wk sessions 7/6-17, Time 9-3 (8:45-5) Ratio: 6:1, Cost: $375/wk, multi-session and sibling discounts, Deadline FCFS
Info: 532-2259 http://kenanguitar.com/summer-camps (09)

Roleplay Workshop: (*WC, *SC) Uses an interactive storytelling game called Abantey to teach math, science, ecology, anthropology, personal responsibility and group problem solving skills in Piedmont area of Oakland. Players work their way through complicated mysteries to create their own story. Low impact team sports during lunch break. Camping trips for experienced campers.
Age: 10-18 (CIT 13), Dates 1 wk sessions 6/23-9/5 plus winter and spring camps and daily session during all school holidays, Time 9-5 (8-6), Ratio 3:1, Cost: $200/wk ($10/hr) sliding scale and work exchange options, Deadline: FCFS. usually fills before June,

Info: 654-3582 www.roleplay-workshop.com (03)

Rotary Nature Center Summer Programs Nature activities at Lake Merritt (6-14) and Redwood/Joaquin Miller Parks. (7-11). 10-14 yr old program includes 2 night backpack in Point Reyes. See overnight camp section for more

Info: . Teen programs teach nature survival skills, including fire making, cordage, shelter building, all about water, plants as food and medicine, tracking, and tool making that could be handy in a quake as well as in nature.
Age: 6-15 (CIT 12), Dates 1 wk sessions 6/25-8/24 (varies by age group), Time 9-3 (8-6 for 7-11), Cost: $110-115/wk ($40) scholarships available, Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 238-3739 www.oaklandnet.com/parks/programs/rnc.asp (01)

Roughing It Camp: Sports, canoeing, fishing, crafts, drama, music, games, outdoor education, hiking, swimming, and horseback riding in traditional all outdoors camp at Lafayette Reservoir (door to door or group pickup transportation included to many Alameda and Contra Cost:a County locations and some SF locations). Also have specialty horse camps (English and Western). Reviews (1-00) Very well organized, well trained staff, lots of outdoor activity. Loved it. Best for independent outdoors kids.
Age: 4-1/2-16 (CIT), Dates 2 & 4 wk sessions 6/23-8/29, Time 9-3 (7-5:30, transportation available for afternoon), Ratio 4:1, 15 campers, Cost: $478-$663/wk (inquire), Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 925/283-3795 www.roughingit.com (03)

Sarah’s Science (see This Land Is Your Land below)

ScienceWiz Summer Camp: Build a robot (Lego Mindstorms) or an electric battery car or solar go kart that you can drive at St. Mary's College High School in Berkeley, El Sobrante and other bay area locations. Special global warming seminar added in 2005. Not reviewed (but my sons loved it).
Age: 4^th-9^th grade, Dates 1 wk sessions 6/12-7/31 plus a week in August TBA, Time 8:30-12:30 or 1-5 or full day, Ratio 4:1, Cost: half day $265-285/wk, $225-245 before 3/31, full day $365-390 ($325-$350 before 3/31) Deadline: FCFS. some sessions fill up ahead,

Info: 222-2638 www.sciencewiz.org (06)

Scratch Paper Workshops: Creative writing and printmaking in Albany and North Berkeley. Limited to 8 students. Fees include snack and materials.

Age 8-12, Dates 1 wk sessions Poetry and Printmaking (6/20-6/24 & 6/27-7/1), Strictly Writing (7/5-7/9), Digital Poetry (7/18-7/22), Time 9-1, Ratio 8:1 or 8:2, Cost $220

Info: www.scratchpaperworkshops.blogspot.com

Sees the Day, A Classroom without Walls: A value based learning program committed to instilling in children a natural respect and reverence for each other and for all life on earth.  Unique excursions, character education, self esteem games, beading, swimming, storytelling, earthworks, nature awareness, thankful circles, mystery guests, love, laughter and good old innocent fun. Takes place in Berkeley at Tilden Park/Lake Anza and Glendale La Loma Park including excursions to UC Berkeley science laboratories. Morning and afternoon snack provided.

Age: 6-11 (CIT 12+yrs), Dates: 1 wk sessions 6/13-8/19, Time, 8:45-3:45, (3:45-5:15), Ratio 6:1, 20-24 campers. Cost: $315/wk, inquire about scholarships, Deadline: FCFS

Info: (510) 917-5573 or kirkseestheday@yahoo.com (11)

Sew What Summer Sewing Camp: Fashion design and sewing camp by designer Erica Varize in North Berkeley.  Sessions offered for beginners through advanced . Campers will learn to sew and will design and create two fashion items personalized with unique embroidery.  Learn basic hand and machine sewing skills. Explore the green movement in fashion by reconstructing clothing as well as product development, portfolio building, pattern making and fashion design techniques. Weekly field trips and guest speakers. After two weeks the camp designers will present their works to the community, family and friends at a runway fashion show and party.

Age: 4^th-12^th grade.  Dates 2 wk sessions 6/2-8/20.  Times 10-3 Cost: $320/wk includes all materials, sibling discounts. Deadline: FCFS 

Info: 845-0376 http://www.evarize.com/sew.html (10)

SewNow Summer Sewing Camp: (*WC, *SC) Fashion design and sewing camp based in Lafayette, CA (a few minutes walk from BART station).  Sessions offered for beginners through advanced - campers will learn to sew and will design and create two fashion items personalized with unique embroidery.   

Age: 8-18.  Dates 1 wk sessions all summer plus winter and spring camps.  Times 9-12 or 1-4  Ratio: 6:1 or less.  Cost: $350/wk includes all materials, multi-session, sibling, and refer-a-friend discounts. Deadline: FCFS 

Info: (925) 283-7396 www.sewnow.com (07)

SFEMS Music Discovery Workshop: Renaissance era based multi-arts program at Crowden School in Berkeley., Theatre, dance, crafts and most of all instrumental music, including recorder, harpsichord, cello, violin, and viola de gamba. Led by faculty from the San Francisco Early Music Society. Week ends with evening concert and potluck feast.
Age: 7-15, Dates 1 wk session 7/29-8/03, Time 9-3 + feast Friday evening (9-8), Ratio 7:1, Cost: $330/wk ($) inquire about financial assistance , Deadline: FCFS. usually some last minute spots,

Info: 559-4670 www.sfems.org (07)

Shoot for Summer: no longer active as of 2008

Shu Ren  Mandarin Immersion Camp:  Chinese language immersion program at Shu Ren International School in Berkeley. Students learn Mandarin language skills and Chinese cultural knowledge through fun, immersion-based activities including singing, stories, Chinese dance, arts and crafts, martial arts and morning exercise. Chinese music lessons by DJ Wind Chinese Music Academy will be included for the older age group. Prior knowledge of Chinese is not necessary.

Age: 3-10, Dates 2 wk sessions 6/21-8/13, Time 8:30-11:30 or 8:30-3 (7:30-6), Cost $210-315/wk ($5-11/hr), early registration discount by March 31.

Info: 981-0320 www.shureninternationalschool.com/programs/summer-camp (10)

Singabout: Closed in 2001

Skyhawks Sports Academy: Sports camps - national program with over 25 cities in the East Bay, including Albany and Berkeley. Includes soccer, basketball, baseball, flag football, tennis, lacrosse, volleyball, beginning golf, track and field and cheerleading.

Age: 4-12. Dates: 1 wk sessions 6/16-8/22. Time: 9-3:30 or 9-noon & 1-4, Ratio: ~8:1. Cost: $117-164/week, Deadline: FCFS

Info: (925) 349-4915 www.skyhawks.com (10)

Soccer Basics: Soccer practice and some swimming in afternoon sessions at King Junior High in Berkeley. Review (1-98, 1-99). Good staff. Loved it. Definitely for the soccer lover.

Age: 5-15, Dates 1 wk sessions 6/18-8/20, Time 8:30-12 or 8:30-3 0r 5 Cost: $115/wk ˝ day, $195 full day, $80 advanced camp, Deadline: 5/31 for early bird discount then FCFS. usually space available,

Info: 232-4625 www.soccerbasics.net (05)

Sport Fencing Center: Learn the Olympic sport of fencing at the Sport Fencing Center in Richmond (Central near Pt Isabel). Tailored to introduce the sport of fencing to children. No experience is required. Activities include technical and tactical drills, footwork, fencing games and Olympic-style electronic bouting. All equipment provided.

Age 7-11, Dates 1 wk sessions 6/21-8/20, Time 9-3, Cost $349, Deadline FCFS

Info: 528-5110 www.sportfencingcenter.com (10)

Sprouts Cooking Club: (Formerly `”Culinary Kids”) Hands on cooking with real chefs from Venus, Revival, La Mediterranee, Pizzaiolo, Tartine Bakery, Chez Panisse, The Bread Workshop and more. Sessions at Whole Foods in Berkeley and SF Ferry Building with guest chefs and field trips to cook in restaurants. Classes emphasize both international and Californian fusion using local, seasonal, and healthy ingredients.

Age: 7-13 (CIT 14-16), Dates 1 wk sessions 7/11-22 (Berkeley) 7/25-8/5(SF), Time 9-5, Ratio: 3:1, Cost: $450/wk, multi-session and sibling discounts , Deadline: FCFS

Info: 406-270-9819 www.sproutscookingclub.org (11)

Stage Door Conservatory Summer 2002 Musical Theater Camp (outgrowth of the ''OnStage'' program at the Berkeley-Richmond JCC). Learn all aspects of theater from acting, singing and dancing to creating their own sets and props at North Berkeley's Epworth United Methodist Church with teen performances of fully staged Broadway plays at the Julia Morgan Center for the Arts in Berkeley. Younger kids produce five shorter plays each summer. Backstage participants are integrally involved in all our productions, assisting with sound and lighting design, stage management, costuming, stage and set design, as well as choreography and direction.
Age: 3^rd -12^th grade (CIT/Backstage Apprentice 14-18yrs) Dates: 2-6 wk sessions mid June thru mid Aug, Time: 9-3:30 (3:30-6)) Ratio: 12:1+CIT (3-5th), 20:1+CITs (5th-9th), 1:1 (10-12th), Cost: $275/wk
Info: 521-6250 www.stagedoorconservatory.org (09)

Steve & Kate's Camp: Student choice of studios in film, recording, performing arts, ceramics, culinary and clothing (sewing and knitting) every day plus daily specials and sports ranging from basketball to bungee jumping and bumper cars. At Berkeley School in Berkeley, Prospect Sierra in El Cerrito and 16 other locations around the Bay area. Includes organic lunch, snacks and drinks.

Age: 5-12 (CIT Apprentice 10^th & 11^th grade), Dates all summer, weekly and daily options 6/13-8/26, Time 7:30-6, Ratio: 8:1 Cost $75/day-$375/wk or $1200 for 20 days ($300/wk) or $2100 ($191/wk) for entire summer, Deadline FCFS.

Info: (415) 389-5437 www.steveandkate.com (11)

Studiowork Summer Art Camp: Small groups of young artists create sculptures, paintings, casts, prints and more while working with fine arts materials as well as everyday items in a garden studio in West Berkeley. Kids learn about famous artists whose work has inspired some of the projects and head out every day for lunch at the park, field trips or a swim.

Age 9-14, Dates 1 wk sessions 7/11-7/15 & 7/25-7/29 (also after-school classes), Time 9-3 (3-5) Ratio 6:1, Cost $325/wk, Deadline FCFS

Info: 528-2038 monicagy@gmail.com (11)

Summer Boating Day Camps at the Lake Merritt Boating Center and Jack London Aquatic Center run by the Oakland Office of Parks and Recreation. Learn to sail El Toros, Sunfish, catamarans, keelboats, or windsurfers. Younger kids learn kayaks, canoes, pedal boats, and dragon boats as well as nature explorations, games, and arts and crafts projects.

Age: 7-17 (varies by program), Dates 1 wk sessions 6/23-8/29 (varies by program), Time 9-3:30 (7-6), Cost: $145-185/wk ($10/day for 7-6) scholarships available, Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 238-2196 www.oaklandnet.com/parks/programs/boating.asp (08)

Summer Music West: Music camp held at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music in the San Francisco (near Civic Center BART). Offerings in chamber music, composition, Gilbert & Sullivan Scenes and musicianship.

Age 9-18. Dates: 2-5 wk sessions 6/21 – 7/30. Time varies by session. Ratio: 6:1 or better. Cost: $193 - $425/wk depending on session. Deadline: April 15. Limited scholarships available

Info: (415) 503-6254 www.sfcm.edu/summer (10)

Summer Youth Rowing at the Lake Merritt Rowing Club in Oakland in eight oared shells with the Berkeley High School Crew Head Coach.. Get a workout, a tan, learn a new skill and meet other teens. Summer Youth Rowing offers 1 week and 2 week sessions either morning or afternoon. Near public transportation. The interns for this program tend to be teens from the Berkeley (boys and girls) Crew.

Age: 12-18, Dates 1 & 2 wk sessions 6/27-7/1 & 7/18-29, Time 9-noon or 1-4, Cost: $75/wk, scholarships available, Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 273-9041 http://www.rowlakemerritt.org/events/ythrowing/2005/

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Summer Youth Water Polo Academy at the El Cerrito Community Center Pool. Learn to master water polo techniques, hone passing/shooting skills, learn theory of individual & team offense/ defense, develop awareness of game tactics, and apply new learning's in scrimmage. Boys/Girls, Beginner to Varsity Level.

Age: 12-18, Dates Sundays 6/19-8/25, Time 3-5pm Cost: $150 for summer

Info: 409-7293 www.xywaterpolo.org (05)

Summerfest: Sports (basketball or volleyball), performing arts, arts & crafts, field trips, teamwork and community building activities at Holy Names College in Oakland. New in 2002.

Age: 7-14, Dates 1 week sessions 6/16-8/15 ex 7/4 week varying by sport, Time 9-4 (8-6), Cost: $250/wk, Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 436-1662, www.hnc.edu (03)*

Summerfest Dance Camp Closed in 05. See Dancevirsity listing.

Sweetie Cooking Camp: at Spun Sugar near the North Berkeley BART station.

Each day has a different theme such as "Under the Tuscan Sun" for Italian or "It's Time to Wake Up" for Breakfast, Children learn how to; read a recipe, pick ingredients, use kitchen utensils including knives, whisks, measuring cups and spoons, use an oven, grill, fryer, sauce and sauté pans, prepare and chop vegetables and fruit, how to handle meat properly. Cleanliness and cooperative team work is also taught. Sessions for all ages and teens only. Each day has items for vegetarians. Experienced with working with children with allergies and special dietary needs.

Age: 7-17.  Dates 1 wk sessions all summer.  Times 9-1   Ratio: 4:1 or less (max 12 childreen/wk.  Cost: $300/wk includes all materials, multi-session, sibling, and refer-a-friend discounts. Deadline: FCFS 

Take My Word For It: Paper and Pallete: Creative writing/arts camp at Classroom Matters on Sacramento in Berkeley (SF location also at CCE Painting Studio in Glen Park East Bay session is all girls, SF is girls and boys). Half of the day campers spend with paper and pencil, immersed in words. The other half of the day campers work with pastels, charcoals, watercolors and more. Not reviewed.

Age 9-12, Date 1 & 2 wk sessions 6/21 - 7/23, Time 9-4 Ratio varies, Cost $325/wk, multi-session and sibling discounts, plus $20 materials fee. Deadline FCFS.

Info: 388-1548 http://takemywordforit.typepad.com/  (10)

This Land Is Your Land: (*WC, *SC) Nature and science with art, music, hiking, swimming and outdoor games. Two locations in ’02: Roberts Regional Park in Oakland or near the Tilden Park Carousel in Berkeley. Different theme (e.g., weather, catapults, rockets, time, weird plants, tiny insects, edible science, tracking, circus, fossils, birds, toys) each week. Also have winter break and spring break program. Not reviewed (but my son enjoyed a winter break camp of hers quite thoroughly and others have described staff as good and warm).
Age: 6-12 (CIT 11), Dates 1 wk sessions 6/16-8/29 plus winter and spring camps, Time 9-3 (8-5:30), Cost: $230/wk ($10 discount for before 4/2, or for 4 wk or more, (add $15 for 8-9, $50 for 3-5:30), ask about scholarships, Deadline: 2/23 or 4/1 for discount, some sessions fill in April, others may still be open later,

Info: 581-3739 www.sarahscience.com (03)

Tilden Summer Science: Nature study through stories, song, games, exploratory hikes, videos, laboratory work and craft projects at the Environmental Education Center in Tilden Park. Different natural science themes each week Review (1-99) great facility and staff, organization iffy. Nice relaxed program. Liked it.
Age: 9-12, Dates 1 wk sessions 7/2-8/31, Time 10-4, Cost: $125/wk, Deadline: FCFS.

Info: 636-1684, www.ebparks.org (01)

Trackers Earth Summer Camps: Nature camps with wilderness survival and adventure skills, archery, visits to ranches and more in Berkeley and Marin. Outdoor adventures that emphasis teamwork, outdoor skill-building, bonding, getting dirty, environmental respect and deep appreciation for the natural world. Also residential version for teens.

Age 6-14, Dates 1 wk sessions 6/15/11-9/09 plus overnight camps. Time 8:30-3:30 (7:30-5:30). Ratio 5:1 (for ages 4-10), Cost Average $300/wk with early bird discount,

Info: 866-374-0651 http://trackersbay.com/youth/summer-camps.php (11)

Trapeze Arts: Circus arts including flying trapeze, trampoline, bike, juggling, tumbling, static trapeze, acrobatics, clowning, and more in Oakland. Not reviewed

Age: 7-14, Dates 1&2 wk sessions 7/10-8/18, Time 9:00-3:00 (9:00-6:00), Cost: $260/wk ($85); sibling and multi week discounts,

Info: 419-0700, www.trapezearts.com (06)

UC Academic Talent (ATDP): Academic enrichment program for advanced students held at Washington Elementary in Point Richmond. Focused classes like math, Greek mythology, Sea Studies. May be combined with half day Cal Sports program. No regular class on Wednesday, but field trips and other classes and activities are available. Review (1-97, 2-99, 1-00) Strong, well organized program and staff. Very focused class on a particular topic. "Adequate" facility. Suitable for disciplined, dedicated kids who like academic challenges, even in the summer. Liked or loved it. Warning: Unlike the Strawberry Canyon Cal Sports Program, the Point Richmond Cal Sports program associated with ATDP has received negative reviews. A '99 reviewer called it awful with a disinterested and inattentive staff that does no conflict resolution.
Age: K-11^th grade, Dates one 3 wk session 7/7-7/25 (7^th-11^th grade 6 wks 6/16-7/25), Time 8:30-12 or 1-4:30, Cost: (02)$130-$140/wk (addt'l charge for Sports and Wednesday options), Deadline: FCFS no later than 2/28,
Info: 642-8308 www-atdp.berkeley.edu (03)

UC Berkeley Business Academy: introduction to entrepreneurship and the business world at the UC Berkeley campus Haas School of Business. Students work in teams to create their own business model and interact with esteemed Haas professors to learn about fundamental business subjects (marketing, accounting, etc).  Students also get a tour of the UC Berkeley Campus and partake in fun leadership building activities. Daily lunch and one snack will be provided.

Age: 7-9^th grade, Dates one 2 wk session 7/5/2011-7/15/2011, Time 9-4:00 (extended care available upon request) Ratio 5:1, Cost $500/wk Deadline June 24, 2011

Info: 510.643.0923 http://www.haas.berkeley.edu/groups/businessacademy (11)

UC Berkeley Pre-Collegiate Summer Program: High school students take college level courses along side Berkeley students. Includes: seminar on "Writing a Successful College Application", guided tour of the Student Learning Center and social events to meet other high school students. Berkeley transcript acceptable for credit at most colleges and universities. To be eligible, students must have completed the 10th grade, have at least a B average, and a positive letter of recommendation from their high school.

Age: 11^th -12^th grade, Dates: 6 or 8 wk session 7/2-8/10 & 6/25-8/17, Cost: $250/unit + $380 registration fee

Info: 642-4762 www.summer.berkeley.edu/highschool (07)

UC Berkeley College of Engineering Pre-Engineering Partnerships (PEP) Summer Academy Academic acce