Summer camps announce schedules, activities

Sports By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Friday, April 19, 2024

First Tee Miami 

June 10 to Aug. 9 

Ages 7 to 16

All abilities welcome to learn and hone skills at First Tee Miami’s summer golf camp. Weekdays 8:45 a.m. - 3 p.m., no camp July 4th and 5th. $395 per week, $275 per week for Miami Lakes residents with proof of residency or children of first responders. Campers get a T-shirt, hat and bag tag and should bring their own lunch. Register for First Tee Miami Camp at Miami Lakes Golf Club, 7601 Miami Lakes Drive or go to https://bit.ly/4cBp4qA

 

Camp Y Run by the YMCA

June 10 to Aug. 2 

Ages 4 to 12

Enjoy dance, soccer, enrichment activities and get support while learning core subjects such as math, reading and science. $50 to register and $135 per week for residents of Miami Lakes, $162 per week for non-residents. To sign up for Camp Y at Royal Oaks Park, 16500 NW 87 Ave., call 305-357-4000 or go to https://bit.ly/3TJpmmL

 

Children’s Theater Workshop 

First Session June 10 to June 28

Second Session July 8 to July 26 

Ages 7 to 15 

Join the Main Street Players for the annual kid’s theater workshop. Campers learn everything from acting to theater history and will create a production during camp. $750 per session, which includes the $100 registration fee. 10% off for returning campers. 6812 Main St., Register at www.mainstreetplayers.com.

 

Miami Lakes United Methodist Church

Vacation Bible School The Great Jungle Journey 

June 10 to June 14 

Kidergarten to fifth grade 

Enjoy games, bible exploring, music and crafts at this afternoon camp. Snacks are provided and volunteer opportunities available for high school students. $25 per child for the week. Camp is 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Miami Lakes United Methodist Church, 14800 Ludlam Rd. Visit www.hopemlumc.com or call the church office at 305-821-7274. 

 

Miami Lakes Athletic Club 

Summer and Tennis Camps 

June 10 to Aug. 9 

Ages 5 to 13 

Kids may choose between two camps at the Miami Lakes Athletic Club. Tennis camp provides daily practice for tennis skills; sports camp kids can enjoy movies, cooking, a color run and other fun activities. Prices vary. Both camps have a $45 registration fee. For more information about Miami Lakes Athletic Club camps held at 15150 Bull Run Road, call 305-820-8025 or email MarisolS@MiamiLakesAthleticClub.com. 

 

My Gym Summer Camp 

June 10 to Aug. 9 

Ages 3 to 9

Engage in My Gym activities and take a weekly field trip at this camp. Prices vary; parents can take advantage of a special rate for the month of April. For more information on the camp at My Gym Miami Lakes, 6763 Main St., call 395-790-9266 or go to https://bit.ly/3J0pDfW. 

 

ALM Camps 

June 10 to Aug. 16 

Ages 5 to 14 

Kids can enjoy a variety of activities at this daily camp, with both full and half camp days available. ALM also offers specialized sports camps for soccer, basketball, cheerleading, flag football and dance at the same location. Prices vary for different camps. For more information on the ALM Camps at Norman and Jean Reach Park, 7895 NW 176 St., go to https://bit.ly/4awe9g0. 

 

The Growing Place 

June 10 to Aug. 2 

Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd grade (can be starting or leaving 3rd grade) 

Camp offers outdoor sports, arts and crafts, water day and indoor activities. Campers will need to bring lunch, and snacks will be provided throughout the day. Full day camp is $150 per week and half day camp is $140 per week. Registration is $100. 

Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. for a full day, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a half day. For more information on The Growing Place camp, 6701 Miami Lakeway South, call 305-822-4313. 

 

Snapology at Miami Lakes Youth Center 

June 17 to Aug. 9 

Ages 5 to 12 

Work on crucial thinking, creativity and teamwork skills at this science, technology, engineering and math camp. Kids will build their own robots and pinball machines and work on creating bumper cars and a rollercoaster. Camps are four or five days a week: half day is 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., full day is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Prices vary. For more information on Snapology at Miami Lakes Youth Center, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive, visit https://bit.ly/3vEIsST

 

Camp Wannado at Miami Lakes Optimist Park 

June 17 to Aug. 2 

Ages 4 to 12

Kids can do a variety of activities such as arts and crafts; water day; cooking; video games and field trips. Camp is held Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. There is no camp on June 19, July 4 and July 5. Registration is $35. Camp shirts are $20, cash only. Cost is $145 per week, per child. For more information about Camp Wannado at Miami Lakes Optimist Park, 6411 NW 162 St., call 954-531-4227 or visit www.campwannado.com