Summer Camps

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All camps are held at the Shawnee Civic Centre, 13817 Johnson Drive, unless otherwise noted. You can register online or over the phone at (913) 631-5200.

Creative Smarty Pants: A Back to School Camp (ages 5 - 8)
Join our creative arts camp for early elementary students gearing up for school! Each day, explore music, movement, and process art around back-to-school themes like specials, reading, science/math, and recess. Activities include songs, instrument play, creative movement, pretend play, themed props, and open-ended art opportunities. Instructor: Jessica Pitts, Kids Creative Space

August 5-7 | 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | $70

Fairy Princess Camp (ages 3 - 6)
Students will learn beginning ballet moves and recreate fairy tales with a sprinkling of pixie dust and little dress up! We will have a tea party each day as we enjoy our lunch (bring a sack lunch each day). No previous dance experience is necessary. We will learn a routine to perform for parents at the end of the last day. Instructor: Academy of the Arts. Location: Academy of the Arts, 5413 Martindale

July 15-18 | 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | $105

Mermaid Camp (ages 7 - 9)
Come explore the magical world of Mermaids! We will learn fundamental acrobatic dance tricks and more… All while wearing a fantastic Mermaid Tail that participants will take home at the end of camp! Instructor: Academy of the Arts. Location: Academy of the Arts, 5413 Martindale

July 15-18 | 1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m. | $95

Glam Camp (ages 7 - 12)

Rock out like a pop star in this fun-filled, high-energy camp! Superstars will enjoy dressing up, creating cool dances, and performing like the inner diva they are! Students should wear comfortable clothing and bring a lunch. They will perform a short concert at the end of the last day. Instructor: Academy of the Arts. Location: Academy of the Arts, 5413 Martindale

July 22-25 | 9:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. | $125

All Stars Cheer Clinic (ages 5 - 12)
Ignite the cheerleader within at the All Stars Cheer Clinic! This camp offers an engaging introduction to cheerleading. From cheers and chants to jumps and dances, participants will learn it all and walk away with a new found love of all things cheer! Enroll now for cheer-tastic fun! This clinic is open and inclusive to all abilities. Instructor: Laura and Elliott Larson

July 30-August 1 | 1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m. | $80

LTD Basketball Camp (ages 7 - 14)
Livin’ The Dream (LTD) Camps are filled with professional coaching, skill development exercises and fun competitions that focus on the development of basketball fundamentals. Registration fee includes a t-shirt. Discounts available for families with multiple children. Instructor: Livin’ the Dream

July 15-18 | 9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. | $100

LTD Basketball Clinic (ages 6 - 8)
Livin’ The Dream (LTD) Clinics are filled with professional coaching, skill development exercises, and fun competitions. Students will learn basketball fundamentals. Registration includes a t-shirt. Discounts available for families with multiple children. Instructor: Livin’ the Dream

July 19 | 9:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | $30

Drew Diener Basketball Camp (ages 7-13)
Head Rockhurst University Basketball Coach and players will guide youngsters through skills and drills with A LOT of fun competition and contests. Camp is for all skill levels and intended to promote love for the game! Instructor: Coach Drew Diener

Ages 7-10
August 5-8 | 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. | $125
Ages 11-13
August 5-8 | 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. | $125

Slimetopia 3 Summer Camp (ages 6 - 12)

Prepare to stir up the most delicious-looking slime recipes on the Seven Seas! You and your STEAM Team have been chosen to be slime sous chefs on the S.S. Slimetopia cruise ship and it’s up to you to "feed" the slime hungry passengers morning, noon and night! In this NEW camp you’ll mix up Belgian Waffle Slime, Fast Food Hamburger Slime, Ice Cream Sundae Slime and Spectacular Sushi Slime just to name a few. Slimetopia 3 is sure to sell out in a squishy, squashy splash, so book your cruise cabin ooey, gooey fast! Instructor: Challenge Island of Johnson County

July 15-19 | 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. | $200

Rockin Robots Science Camp (ages 7 - 11)
Learn about the uses of robots in our world, how they sense and move. Program robots and participate in robot relays! Discover the science of circuits and how robots use sensors to explore things around them. We will build our very own working robots to take. Instructor: Mad Science

July 15-19 | 1:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. | $150

Mission Space Camp (ages 6 - 11)
Calling all space explorers! You and your STEAM Team of astronauts will embark on an unforgettable journey through space in search of a stellar new intergalactic vacation destination. This NEW camp will whisk you away on a voyage of discovery through our galaxy and beyond. Your mission? Choose a perfect new planet for you to design and build an out-of-this-world space resort where humans can live, thrive and play all day! Instructor: Challenge Island of Johnson County

July 22-26 | 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | $170

Advanced Robotics Science Camp (ages 7 - 11)
Join us for a week of fun with robots and learn all about the science of robotics. Discover the science behind gears and how robots use sensors to explore things around them. Learn about artificial intelligence and how it is revolutionizing our world. Put all this knowledge to use when you build your very own robotic arm. Instructor: Mad Science

July 29-August 2 | 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | $175

Knight School Chess Camp (ages 6 - 13)
Laughter, fast clocks, and compelling teaching approaches make this class the summer’s highlight for your little chess player! No Camp 7/4. Instructor: The Knight School of Kansas City

August 5-9 | 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | $162
August 5-9 | 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. | $162

Gamers Paradise Camp (ages 6 - 13)
This class offers student a look at multiple areas of game design. From mobile game development to stand alone games if you have a gamer you will not want to miss this class. Students will create multiple games that they can share with friends and family. Instructor: Youth Tech Inc.

July 22-25 | 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | $140

Animation Camp (ages 9 - 17)
In this class students will learn the basics of animation and digital design. Students who enjoy going to various sites to see fun interactive animations will love this course. This class will utilize award winning animation software to develop fun, interactive animations that they can share with the world.
Instructor: Youth Tech Inc.

July 22-25 | 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. | $160

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