We offer a variety of Summer Camp options available for children ages 3 to 8th grade. 

Camps listed in alphabetical order
[Active Athletes] [Adventure] [Awesome August] [Because Why]  [Dance] [Hurray for Summer] [Junior Golf Camp] [ McCormick]  [Sports]  [Sport Instructional Camps] [Summer Escape] [ Superstars]  [Twigs]  [Wildlife Science]

 

Summer Camp 2013
 
 
Resident Registration starts March 6th
8:30am

Information available online
Feb. 6th

Camps

Active Athletes (Ages 4 - 8 years old)  

Let your young one discover the Athlete within! Active Athletes is designed for those getting ready to join their peers in organized sports of every kind this next school year. Each week will focus on a different sport’s basic rules, practices and drills in a comfortable, fun setting. Teamwork and sportsmanship will be common themes throughout the entire summer. In addition to learning a whole new way to play, your child will also have time for water games, arts & crafts, cooking and free play each week. For a more enjoyable experience children will be divided into two camp groups based on age; 4-5 years and 6-8 years, to provide appropriate instruction and safety. For more information please contact Joe Mobile, Program Manager, at 847-810-3941.

Adventure Camp ( Ages 4th - 6th Grade)

Awesome August (Ages 3 - 6 years old)   (August Camp)

August is Awesome at Lake Forest Parks and Recreation! Join us to extend your camp summer in a whole new way! This class will go through themes and topics designed for the interests of the children enrolled. Plan for water play and outdoor activities each day! For more information please contact Christine Faudel, Program Coordinator, at 847-810-3955.

Because Why? Camp ( Ages 4 - 6 years old)

Does this sound like your child? If your child is always wanting to know what, where, when, why and how or asking how things work, the ‘Because Why?’ Camp is a good fit for your child! Based on the same Reggio-inspired philosophy used at Kinderhaven Preschool Academy, the campers will delve into all the ins and outs of topics that interest them! The campers will set the agenda for in depth exploration of their areas of interest. These topics could include ocean animals, how to mix paint colors, construction, forest exploring, or any other area of interest the children decide to pursue. Unlike traditional summer camps, we will continue to explore and investigate topics until the campers satiate their curiosity! Your child will leave this camp with a creative, inquisitive spirit and a new approach to learning! For more information, contact Dr. Penny Robbins, Kinderhaven Preschool Academy Director, at 847-810-3947.

Camps for the Mind

• Chess Wizards Summer Chess Camp - 6 - 12 years old

  Let your child learn the excitement of Chess this summer with Chess Wizards. Children will play games, make new friends and spend their time with us having fun. Children can expect an array of games and activities throughout the day led by the most energetic member of the Chess Wizards staff. Some activities include chess, lessons, puzzles, charades and much more. Each child will receive a chess board, trophy and t-shirt plus a folder to bring home all of the puzzles completed at camp. Lunch is a part of the camp so please send a peanut free lunch with your child. Snacks will be provided by Chess Wizards. For more information contact Joe Mobile, Program Manager at 847-810-3941.

• JR. FUN-gineering w/LEGOS

  Young Engineers will use LEGO simple machine kits to learn about structures and forces, levers, wheels and axles, pullys and gears! Working in pairs, you’ll learn what Engineers do by building working models of vehicles, cranes and other fun projects! If time permits, we will also experiment using motors to bring our machines to life and participate in a Catapult Challenge the last day of class. Program run by COMPUTER EXPLORERS of Northeastern Chicagoland. For more information please contact Joe Mobile, Program Manager, at 847-810-3941.

• Video Game Animation

  Dive into the world of video game animation by creating characters that dance, sing and interact with one another. Working in pairs, you’ll add sound effects and music clips to create a dynamic video animation game by using Scratch - software created just for kids. Creativity rules in this fun version of video game design! Program run by COMPUTER EXPLORERS of Northeastern Chicagoland. For further information please contact Joe Mobile, Program Manager, at 847-810-3941.

  
  3D Video Game World Design
  Learn the fundamentals involved in creating your own 3D video game worlds! With a simple click and roll of a mouse wheel you can modify your world however you want. Work in teams to develop and storyboard your game design and learn to place animals, trees, characters, and other items in your own virtual world! Also learn the basic subsystems and scripting entailed in a 3D game system. If you like 2-D, you will love 3-D!! Program run by COMPUTER EXPLORERS of Northeastern Chicagoland. For further information please contact Joe Mobile, Program Manager, at 847-810-3941.

• Robotics Adventures (Ages Grade 1 - 2)

  You have been ‘hired’ to work at C.A.K.E. (Creative Answers Kids Engineering Company)! Receiving daily EWR’s (engineering work request), you’ll work in teams to learn about robotics, and build & program your own robotic creations using the LEGO WeDo Robotics System. This unique system, designed by the experts at MIT, teaches about simple machines, engineering, programming and so much more. Young Imaginations soar! Program run by COMPUTER EXPLORERS of Northeastern Chicagoland. For more information please contact Joe Mobile, Program Manager, at 847-810-3941.

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Cheerleading Summer Intensive Camp ( Ages Grades 3 - 8) (August)

 
Dance Camps ( Ages 4 years old - and up)
We have a variety of dance camps.  There is something for every dance enthusiast!  For more information contact Sandy Ragsdale, 847-810-3948.

• Dance Me a Story Camp (Ages 4 - 8 years old)

  Explore the enchanting world of dance! This delightful class will bring to life the story and characters of favorite dance stories including the Disney Princesses and traditional full-length ballets such as Cinderella and the Nutcracker. Learning dance skills and technique, developing creative and imaginative expression and working on associated arts and crafts projects will be part of each lesson . Choreography, music, books and video will be used to enhance the experience. An informal performance will be given on the last day of class!

• Hip Hop Disnelodeon Dance Camp (Ages 6-10 years old)

  This camp is geared for boys and girls ages 6-10 who just can’t sit still when they watch their favorite shows or hear their favorite songs! Your child will learn the hottest new moves performed by their favorite stars! Campers will perform a ‘Season Finale’ show after each session!

• Musical Theater Camp (Ages Grades 1 - 8 )

  For musical theater lovers who want the experience to last all summer, we have the Musical Theater Camp. This camp will meet twice a week to create a production highlighting a favorite musical. All students will perform, sing, dance and act as well as learn about and participate in all production aspects of theater. The first week of classes campers will be asked to do a simple dance audition, read from the script and sing a short solo. Wear comfortable clothing that you can move in! Remember, EVERYONE will perform; auditions are just to cast specific roles.

• Musical Theater Mini Camps (Ages Grades 1 - 8)

  Participants in LFDA’s Musical Theater Mini Camps will create a musical production all in one fun filled week! All students enrolled will sing, dance and act in the show. They will also design the program book and much more. The first day of camp students will be asked to do a simple dance audition, read from the script and sing a short solo. Wear clothing that you can move in and bring a healthy snack (no nuts)! Remember, EVERYONE will perform; auditions are just to cast specific roles.

• Pom Camps NEW  (Ages 7 - 14 years old)

  Learn an exciting Pom routine and show it off in the Lake Bluff 4th of July Parade, and the Lake Forest Day Parade on August 7!

  Dance Intensives ( Ages 10 years and up)

  LFDA Summer Dance Intensives are offered to push dancers to a new level of uninhibited creativity in their art; to take them out of their comfort zone and into an ‘intense state-of-dance-mind’. Get that extra edge, be inspired to expand your skills and find the success that comes from confidence and hard work. Intensives will be taught by renowned guest artists and LFDA’s professional faculty. The class participants will attend a professional dance performance in Chicago as part of each Intensive!  Jazz/Contemporary, Tap & Contemporary /Modern
  
  Cheerleading Summer Intensive (Ages 3 - 8 grade)
  

  We will cheer and jump our way into the football season with this week long Cheerleading Intensive; which is geared towards teaching the tumbling and POMS fundamentals that will be used throughout our Youth Tackle Football season Cheerleading Program in the Fall. We will focus on strength and conditioning, jumps, tumbling, stunting, sidelines and a few routines; and to finish it off, TEAM SPIRIT!!! This year’s camp will feature Assistant Coaching and lesson plan influences from the LFHS Cheerleading Team and/or coaching staff, along with some team building activities around lunch break. All ladies should wear tennis shoes with comfortable gym clothes and bring a healthy lunch with drink and most of all, bring an energetic spirit! Please contact Anthony Anaszewicz, Program Manager at 847-810-3945 for more details.

Don’t Stop Campin’  NEW CAMP

This brand new camp will feature your campers favorite activities from all of our summer camps, such as; Superstars Day Camp, McCormick Day Camp, TWIGS & Sports Camp! Your campers will play group games, engage in sports, create arts and crafts and even take a field trip! This camp will also spend some time at our very own Lake Forest Beach. Just think, when you thought there was no more camp, Don’t Stop Campin’! Transportation will be provided for this camp, but to be eligible, you must be registered by July 15th. Pease contact John Eldridge, Program Supervisor at 847-810-3940 for more details.

Hurray for Summer (Ages 3 - 5 years)

Junior Golf Camp (Ages 11 - 14 years old)

Junior Golf Camp
Deerpath Golf Academy’s 3 Week Junior Golf Camp is a total immersion into every aspect of the game. This program is designed for the junior player looking to radically transform his or her playing ability. Participants will be organized based on age and playing experience.

McCormick Camp (Ages 4 yrs old - 3rd Grade)

Sports Camp ( Ages Kindergarten - 6th Grade)

Sport Instructional Camps - One week camps for specific skill sets.

• Bill Wennington Basketball Camp (Ages Grade 3 - 6)

  Bill Wennington, former Chicago Bull, will provide instruction to 3rd - 6th graders in the fundamentals of basketball with emphasis on the skills of shooting, ball handling, passing and footwork. Discipline and skill development will be stressed; therefore players must be prepared for a great deal of drill work. The camp will spend the mornings teaching the proper fundamentals to each child while improving their game, while the afternoon will be spent focusing on game play. The day will be split with a lunch break so each player should bring their own peanut free sack lunch and drink. Proper clothing is important for the workout - gym shorts, T-shirt, sneakers & 2 pairs of socks. For more information please contact Anthony Anaszewicz, Program Manager at 847-810-3945.

   

• Team One Boys Lacrosse Camp ( Ages Grade 2 - 8)

  The Team ONE Lacrosse staff will instruct new and experienced players in stick handling, dodging, shooting and defense. The emphasis for both camps will be on individual skill development, learning the rules, sportsmanship and fun contests and scrimmage. The camp is open to boys finishing grades 2-8. This is a perfect way to learn one of the hottest sports in the area. Players should bring their own water bottles and athletic supporters. For more information contact Ken Pierini, Program Supervisor at 847-810-3943.

   

• IGLA Girls Lacrosse Camp ( Ages Grade 3 - 9)

  The Illinois Girls Lacrosse Association will be offering youth girls’ lacrosse camps for grades 3rd - 9th this summer. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced player there is a camp for you. The highly skilled and experienced coaches are made up of women with high school, collegiate, and post collegiate playing experience, current college athletes and current varsity high school athletes. Quality coaching is the #1 priority. All girls are required to have goggles, sticks & mouthguards to participate. Sticks and goggles are available to borrow at no charge; you will need to email info@iglax.org ahead of time. For more information please contact John Eldridge, Program Supervisor at 847-810-3940.

   

• Slammers Baseball Summer Camp (Ages 8 - 13 years old)

  This all inclusive skills camp, run by Slammer’s Baseball Academy based out of Lake Forest will feature 4 days of Top Level instruction mixed with inter-squad scrimmage games. Instruction led by the knowledgeable and experienced professional staff of Slammer’s Baseball Academy will help your player develop and sharpen their skills in hitting, throwing, fielding, base running, pitching and catching. The exact field location will be announced closer to the start date but will be in Lake Forest and Slammer’s Baseball Academy will be the alternate site in the event of inclement weather. For more information, contact Anthony Anaszewicz, Program Manager at 847-810-3945.

• Bobby Douglass Youth Football Camp (Ages 7 - 14 years old)

  Join the former Kansas All American and Chicago Bears quarterback for this youth football camp. Bobby Douglass NFL Pro Youth Football Camps for grade school students are specifically designed to introduce and teach football in a fun, interactive, instructional environment. Our half-day, non-contact camps build each camper’s confidence and self-esteem as they develop and improve their skills, while teaching good sportsmanship and teamwork. Depending on skill level, some students may be eligible to participate in either or both sessions. This camp will also feature guest appearances and coaches who are former collegiate and/or professional players. For more information contact Bobby Douglass at 847-604-6929 or at BobbyDouglass@mac.com or visit the web site www.BobbyDouglassCamps.com.

• Chicago Bears Football Camp (Ages 6 - 14 years old)

  Learn to run, throw, catch, defend and compete the Chicago Bears way! This program will provide non-contact football instruction, athletic skill development and fitness training. Our age-appropriate, station-based curriculum delivers results to both experienced players and newcomers to the game. With patience and encouragement, kids gain confidence, develop skills and have fun. There will be comprehensive instruction for all ages as well as accelerated skills for experienced players. For more information call the Chicago Bears Youth Football Camps at 312-226-7776 or visit their web site at www.bearscamps.com. Featuring Bears Camp Heroes like Adrian Peterson, Anthony Morgan, Mickey Pruitt and Kris Haines. PER THE CHICAGO BEARS: Refunds will not be given for this camp after April 8.

• EVP Volleyball Indoor & Beach Camps (Ages Grade K - 8) 

  The Master Instructors of Volleyball Professionals will be conducting two different types of summer camps, focusing on teaching, developing and sharpening basic and advanced skills. Drills and lesson plans will be altered depending on the skill level of the group. Fridays will be used as make up days, if needed. For more information, contact John Eldridge, Program Supervisor at 847-910-3940.

• Chicago Fire Summer Soccer Camp (Ages 6 - 14 years old) 

  Chicago Fire Camps and Training offer exciting and challenging camp programs for every level of player delivered by the best quality coaches in the industry. Our Emerging Talent Program and community minded approach guarantees that Chicago Fire will be with you every step of the way in your soccer development. Players will be encouraged to ‘Think Less, Imagine More’ with our professional Chicago Fire Coaches. Each participant will receive a DNA evaluation along with a ball and Dri-Fit Jersey. (Please provide Jersey size on registration). Please contact Anthony Anaszewicz, Program Manager @ 847-810-3945 for more details.

   

• Youth Skateboarding (Ages 6 - 12 years old)

  This class is great for beginners and intermediate skaters. Participants must bring something to drink, skateboard & helmet. Knee, elbow and wrist guards strongly encouraged. Beginners will learn how to start, stop, drop in, ollies, basic ramp riding, balance, and tricks. Intermediate riders are taught skills & tricks based on their abilities. Please email: fpteamskateboard@yahoo.com for questions about equipment. Classes will be held at Asylum Skate Park on Skokie Highway, in Lake Bluff. Contact Anthony Anaszewicz, Program Manager at 847-810-3945 for more details.

• Junior Golf Camp (Ages 8 - 17 years old)

  Deerpath Golf Academy’s 3 Week Junior Golf Camp is a total immersion into every aspect of the game. This program is designed for the junior player looking to radically transform his or her playing ability. Participants will be organized based on age and playing experience.

  
   

Squash Summer Camp

A summer of squashing! Whether you are new to the sport or an avid player, please come join us for a awesome week of squash camp! A unique opportunity to bring your game to a new level. Our Squash Professional, Serena Carbonell, will provide skill enhancement, fitness and agility training as well as fun activities to strengthen your hand-eye coordination both on and off the squash court. Now is the time to transform your game and see what a difference only one week makes!

Superstars Day Camp (Ages Kindergarten - 6th Grade)

The Wildlife Camp

If you love SCIENCE, the OUTDOORS, ANIMALS, and TECHNOLOGY this is the camp for you! Campers will learn how to use Radio Telemetry, GPS, Field Scopes and other gadgets to study wildlife. You will also be a zookeeper and interact with the animals at the Wildlife Discovery Center, play water games and ride bikes on the Middlefork Savanna. We will also have SPECIAL GUESTS and a fabulous FIELD TRIP! Each camper will give a short lecture sharing their new knowledge about the animal they have been caring for (family and relatives are encouraged to attend, lunch provided for a nominal fee). It’s always a great way to end the week! For more information contact Rob Carmichael, Curator, at carmichr@cityoflakeforest.com.

Twigs Art Camp (Ages 1st - 6th Grade)

Wildlife Science Camp ( Ages 9 - 13 years) (August Camp)

If you love SCIENCE, the OUTDOORS, ANIMALS, and TECHNOLOGY this is the camp for you! Campers will learn how to use Radio Telemetry, GPS, Field Scopes and other gadgets to study wildlife. You will also be a zookeeper and interact with the animals at the Wildlife Discovery Center, play water games and ride bikes on the Middlefork Savanna. We will also have SPECIAL GUESTS and a special FIELD TRIP on the last day! For more information contact Rob Carmichael, Curator, at 847-810-3663, or, .carmichr@cityoflakeforest.com.

Youth Wildlife Ecology Trip to Beaver Island, Michigan Youth Trip (Ages 11-13 years old)
August 11 - 15
Since 1996 the WDC staff have been leading a life changing trip to the Central Michigan University Biological Station to Beaver Island, MI. We will be hiking, kayaking, and learning about island ecology in one of the neatest places in the U.S. Rich in cultural history and natural history, we will go far off the beaten path to explore ancient forests, pristine coastlines, marshes and much more. While staying at the luxurious biological station, you’ll enjoy three amazing meals each day, modern lodging, and much more. Many of our past participants have been so positively impacted by this trip that they are now pursuing professional biology careers! Spots are very limited in this incredible program. There will be a mandatory parent/child pre-trip meeting on Tuesday, June 25 at 6pm at Elawa Farm (SE Classroom). Note: Deposit is non-refundable unless class is cancelled due to low registration.