It might be winter, but spring and summer will be here before you know it and kids will be clamoring for something to do. If you want to sign your kids up for a camp experience, don’t wait. Spring break and summer camps have started filling up early, so the time is now.
We’ve rounded up a guide to some of the metro’s more interesting camps that have a special focus.
Piedmont Park Camp Fit will be held June 4 to Aug. 3 with a focus on fighting childhood obesity and getting participants physically active. Fit camp will also include a nutrition component with daily cooking activities. For more information and to register, visit piedmontpark.org.
Georgia Aquarium’s Camp H20 will offer up close and personal animal encounters, behind-the-scenes explorations and much more for first through sixth graders this spring and summer. Visit georgiaaquarium.org to sign up and for more details.
Emagination Computer Camp will be held on the Mercer University Atlanta campus in June and July. There’s even overnight camping opportunities and a session especially for kids interested in game design. Visit computercamps.org to register.
Atlanta International School Summer Language Camps offer students from age 5 to Grade 5 the chance to learn French, Spanish, German, Chinese and English as a Second Language during July. Visit aischool.org for details.
The Atlanta Ballet Summer Intensives offer challenging courses which emphasize technique, artistry and performance. AB’s artistic director, John McFall, Sharon Story and additional master teachers lead the classes. Visit atlantaballet.com for information.
Circus Camp will teach kids magic, aerial techniques and more at locations in Dunwoody, Decatur and Sandy Spring from June to August. The camp has become very popular, so register now at circuscamp.org.
The Atlanta History Center Summer Camp will bring history into focus with games, stories, outdoor expeditions and interactive exhibitions. Space is limited, so register early at atlantahistorycenter.com.
The Center for Disease Control Detective Camp is perfect for the future scientist, with week-long immersive sessions for rising high school juniors and seniors to learn about epidemiology and public health. Register at cdc.gov.
The Alliance Theatre Summer Drama Camps for kindergartners through seniors will give the budding actor or actress and intensive look at acting for the stage and camera. Register at alliancetheater.org.
