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May 1, 2023

School’s Out ~ Time for Summer Camp!

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Hoop-Ship Skills Camp https://www.hoopship.org/services-3-2 Hilton Head Island Rec Center Boys/Girls Price: $175 Scholarships/Financial Assistance Available June 19-21, 2023 Ages: 7-10 : 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Ages 11-14 : 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Your child will have fun experiencing the game of basketball in a high energy environment while learning the fundamentals from some […]

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Hoop-Ship Skills Camp

https://www.hoopship.org/services-3-2

Hilton Head Island Rec Center
Boys/Girls
Price: $175
Scholarships/Financial Assistance Available
June 19-21, 2023

Ages: 7-10 : 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Ages 11-14 : 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Your child will have fun experiencing the game of basketball in a high energy environment while learning the fundamentals from some of the best coaches/players in the area. Campers will also learn the importance of teamwork and how to compete in an end-of-camp tournament. All campers will receive a camp basketball – Hoopship camp T-shirts will be available for purchase. More information about camp is listed below, if you have any additional questions please contact John Eck at johneck@hoopship.org.

Arts Center of Coastal Carolina

https://www.artshhi.com/arts-education/camps

KIDS N’ CLAY
TUITION: $175
Students will learn a variety of ceramic hand building techniques: including pinch, slab, coil, surface decoration, glazing and more!
JUN 12–15 & 23
AGES: 7 – 12
TIME: 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

THEATRE CAMP
TUITION: $330
Make a cast of new friends during this fun-filled week! Campers will experience a mini-production and will not only be the cast but will also be the writers and production crew. Campers will learn how to create characters, develop storylines, craft simple sets, props, and costumes, then will perform for family and friends on Friday afternoon.
AVAILABLE SESSIONS
JUN 19 – 23
AGES: 9 – 14
TIME: 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

ART AROUND THE WORLD
TUITION: $145
Join us for a fun-filled week of art as we “travel” the world and explore art from different cultures. From famous fine artists to folk art from around the world you’ll fill up your portfolio passport with original art in a variety of mediums on this journey of authentic learning.
AVAILABLE SESSIONS
JUN 26 – 30
AGES: 6 – 8
TIME: 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

AGES: 9 – 14
TIME: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

TAKE THE STAGE
TUITION: $145
Students will work with professional artists and will be exposed to a variety of performing art forms in our Black Box Theatre and will create a mini showcase performance on Friday!

AVAILABLE SESSIONS
JUL 10 – 14
AGES: 9 – 14
TIME: 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

AGES: 6 – 8
TIME: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

JUL 31 – AUG 4
AGES: 9 – 14
TIME: 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

AGES: 6 – 8
TIME: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

MIXED-UP MASTERPIECES
TUITION: $145
In this one-week camp, students will study folk and fine art from all around the world that will inspire both traditional and unusual 2D and 3D masterpieces. A final exhibit and reception will be held on the last day.
AVAILABLE SESSIONS
JUL 10 – 14
AGES: 6 – 8
TIME: 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

AGES: 9 – 14
TIME: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

JUL 31 – AUG 4
AGES: 6 – 8
TIME: 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

AGES: 9 – 14
TIME: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

STEAM TINKER
TUITION: $175
STEAM Tinker Camp is an exciting and hands-on learning opportunity for youth, with a special emphasis on the STEAM curriculum areas (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics). During this fun-filled week campers will learn about concepts such as geometry, engineering, circuits, forces of motion, and simple machines, and while creating projects that will have them eager to learn more!
AVAILABLE SESSIONS
JUL 17 – 21
AGES: 9 – 14
TIME: 1 – 3:30 p.m.

ADAPTIVE PERFORMING ARTS
TUITION: $175
Students will build self-esteem as they explore the art of theatre, enjoy a collaborative team building project, and meet new friends! Campers may be involved in the design and development of creating costumes and painting the simple scenery and props for the performance.
AVAILABLE SESSIONS
JUL 17 – 21
AGES 11 – 18
TIME 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.


Alliance Dance Academy

http://alliancedanceacademy.com/

Summer Dance Camp
July 10- 14
Ages: 7 and Up
Monday – Friday 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Cost: $250
Each day is filled with activities based on each style of dance! Celebrate with crafts, movies, music and dance!
Includes: Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical & Musical Theatre

Summer Princess Camp
Each day is filled with activities based on the PRINCESS of the day!
Celebrate with crafts, books, movies, music and dance!

Princess Camp I
July 10 -14th
Monday – Friday 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Princess Camp II
July 7-11
Monday – Friday 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Ages: Princesses 3 and older
Cost: $250

Sizzling Summer Session
July 18-27
Tuesday & Thursday

Tiny Stars
Cost: $50
Ages: 2 ½ – 3
Time: 5:30-6 p.m.
Creative Movement, Ballet and Tumbling

Twinkling Stars
Cost: 65
Ages: 3-5
Time: 6-7 p.m.
Creative movement, ballet, tap, and tumbling

Shining Stars
Cost: $65
Ages: 5-8
Time: 6-7 p.m.
30-minutes of ballet and 30 minutes of jazz, tumbling, tap or hip hop.

Acro Workshop
July 31-Aug. 3
Ages: 5-9 from 5-6 p.m.
Ages: 10-12 from 6-7pm
Cost: $65 for one workshop or $115 for both

Hip Hop Workshop
July 31-Aug. 3
Ages: 5-9 from 6-7 p.m.
Ages: 10-12 from 7-8 p.m.
Cost: $65 for one workshop or $115 for both


Bluffton School of Dance

https://blufftonschoolofdance.com/summer/

FULL-DAY CAMPS
BSOD is OPEN for Full Day Camps ALL SUMMER!
This is NOT a performing arts camp, but a full day summer camp for active and creative rising 1st – 6th graders.
Campers arrive at 9 a.m. and participate in both camp-wide and small group activities all day—both indoors and outdoors—with the goal of expanding their creative minds and exercising their bodies.
By pick up time at 4 p.m., campers will leave with new friendships, smiles and awesome memories … and maybe they’ll be a bit tired out from their fun-filled day as well!
Activities include: Outdoor Games, Relays, Playground Visits, Dance Classes, Drama Classes/Games, Outdoor Water Games, Arts & Crafts and more!

HALF-DAY CAMPS
Dancers will THRIVE during a summer full of magic, art, and imagination! We are offering fun-filled summer dance camps for ages 3-5, this summer at Bluffton School of Dance.
From stomping around the safari to rocking out at the disco, we have tons of exciting themes, fun activities, and lots of dancing to make for a memorable week! Your dancer will be talking about it long after they leave the studio.
Ages 3-5 years old, fully potty trained required.
Activities include: Outdoor Games, Playground Visits, Dance parties, Outdoor Water Games, Arts & Crafts and more!


First Tee – Lowcountry

https://firstteelowcountry.org/programs-2/

4-Day Summer Camps Offered at First Tee – Lowcountry Campus on Hilton Head
A popular summer-time option for both returning First Tee students as well as new participants and visiting youth, our 4-Day Summer Camps run from Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and provide a fun and safe summer activity. Each weekly camp is designed for a target age group, but all skill and experience levels are welcome. Children may be registered for one or multiple camp sessions.

Cost of All Summer Camps: $160 Registration Fee

Week of June 5 Camp – AGES 7 – 11: Monday through Thursday 9 to 11 a.m.
Week of June 12 Camp – AGES 12 AND UP: Monday through Thursday 9 to 11 a.m.
Week of June 19 Camp – AGES 7 – 11: Monday through Thursday 9 to 11 a.m.
Week of June 26 Camp – AGES 12 AND UP: Monday through Thursday 9 to 11 a.m.
Week of July 10 Camp – AGES 7 – 11: Monday through Thursday 9 to 11 a.m.
Week of July 17 Camp – AGES 7 – 11: Monday through Thursday 9 to 11 a.m.


Hilton Head Prep

https://www.hhprep.org/school-life/2023-summer-day-camp-at-hilton-head-prep

Monday, June 12-Friday, July 28.

There will be a full-day option and half-day options. Full-day summer camp will be 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Full day is $325 a week. 

Half-day options are 9 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. or 12:30 – 3:30 pm. Half-day is $200 a week.

Week 1: June 12-16 – Nature Week 

Week 2: June 19-23 – Water Fun Week

Week 3: June 26-30 – Animal Week 

Week 4: July 10-July 14 – Arts and Craft Week 

Week 5: July 17-21 – Science and Stem Week

Week 6: July 24-28 – Water Fun Week 


The Sandbox

DATES JUNE 5 – AUGUST 4

The Sandbox Children’s Museum offers a weekly summer camp program for children ages 4 -12 years. Through the guise of play and exploration we offer 9 weeks exciting activities through a variety of themes that integrate hands-on learning with S.T.E.A.M. activities as well as daily staff supervised play with the museum exhibits.

  • Pre-registration is required by no later than Wednesday of the previous week.
  • Children will be supervised according to a 1:5 ratio of staff to children.
  • Children will be divided into groups according to age.
  • A minimum number of children are required each week to hold camp.
  • Children must be 5 to register for full day.

HILTON HEAD THEMES 2023

June 5 – 9 | We are builders!
Using our engineering skills and master tinkering we will work to create and build using a variety of items and materials. We will learn about Rube Goldberg structures and create them in small groups. We will use our Makerspace materials to explore force and motion and simple machines. Children will plan, sketch, and then build!

June 12 -16 | Live at the Theater! Exploring music and dramatic arts
This week children will learn about different art forms such as acting, dance, storytelling and puppetry. Using their creativity, they will collaborate in small groups and put on skits using all materials found in the museum. We will explore how important music is and how it can change the meaning behind what they create. Exploring music history and collaboration with our neighbors the Hilton Head Symphony they will create music of their own.

June 19 – 23 | Water, Water, Everywhere
This session will not only explore different bodies of water but also the composition of water with activities such as sink and float in different substances, exploring bubbles and viscosity, building a boat that floats with our engineering challenge and learn about ocean animals and salt versus fresh water.

June 26 -30 | Let’s get colorful
Art week will explore color theory, color blending and the color wheel as we create and design everything from Van Gogh’s Starry Night to Picasso selfportraits. We will use a variety of materials such as clay, pastels, watercolors and chalk to make a colorful portfolio to bring home at the end of the week.

July 3 – 7 (no July 4th) | Nature Explorers
This week we will explore all things in nature, our sensory garden, butterflies and bees. We will learn about the parts of a plant and flower and even bring home plants for our own home garden. We will make art using natural materials. And cook with fresh vegetables and fruits.
July 10 -14 | Oh the places you’ll go! Part A
Traveling to distant lands and far off places. The present and past will meet as the children explore ancient Egypt and Greece to learn about the land we currently stand on in South Carolina. From the grand canyons to the Eiffel Tower, we will learn about structures and culture and the people that inhabit the earth we share.
July 17 – 21 | Oh the Places you’ll go! Part B
This week we will travel to Asia and explore the celebrations with our traveling Freeman Foundation Asian Celebration exhibits. We will cook food, create Asian art, and learn about a variety of celebrations from the continent of Asia.

July 24 – 28 | Life in the Lowcountry
This week we will look and talk about what makes our Lowcountry living so important. We will explore our Gullah language and culture and dive into learning about the local shrimp industry and learn about the art of basket sewing.

July 31 – August 4 | A Journey through Space
Come and explore our planets and solar system along with the study of the continents, conservation and biomes. We will use activities from the NISE network including shadows, orbits and eclipses. We will also explore aerodynamics and try to make our own flying machines.


 

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