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Winter Break Camp 2024
Winter Break Camp 2024 will be held at multiple locations from January 3 - January 5, 2024. Half-Day and Full-Day options are available for ages 5 - 14 years.
NEW this year are Early Childhood camps for ages 3 - 5 years.
IMPORTANT: If you register your child for both a morning camp and an afternoon camp, Rec & Ed staff will not be available to provide supervision between 12-1pm, so it will be necessary for you (or someone on your authorized pick-up list) to check your child out at 12pm and check them back in again at 1pm.
PLEASE NOTE camp location when registering.
Winter Break Camp 2024 will be IN PERSON and the
AAPS COVID & Health Guidance will be followed.
Early Childhood Winter Break Camps (ages 3-5)
Nutty Scientists Silly Science Safari
NEW!
January 3 - January 5
9:00AM - 1:00PM
Half Day AM Camp
Westerman Preschool & Family Center
Ages: 3 - 5 years. Welcome to Nutty Scientists’ Silly Science Safari in this independent preschool camp! Young students will embark on a thrilling journey to discover the wonders of the natural world through the lens of science, literature, and art! Our camp is specially designed for preschool adventurers who love animals and adventure and includes movement/dance with Lesley Criscenti each morning. Please send an allergy free fruit/veggie snack and lunch with a filled water bottle to drink. Attending children need to be potty trained. Instructor: Nutty Scientists Professors. 100% scholarship recipients pay $15.
Winter Wonderland Dance
NEW!
January 3 - January 5
1:00PM - 4:00PM
Half Day PM Camp
Westerman Preschool & Family Center
Ages: 3 - 5 years. Let's make Winter even cooler - with the wonder of DANCE in this independent preschool camp! Penguins and polar bears will positively delight your little snowflakes as they are guided through a flurry of fun - dancing, crafting, games, storytime, and more. Miss out on this camp? Snow way! Campers should pack a water bottle and an allergy-free fruit/veggie snack. Attending children need to be potty trained. Instructor: Lisa Dietz, Dance & Grow. 100% scholarship recipients pay $15.
Full Day Winter Break Camps (ages 5-14)
Wonders of Science
NEW!
January 3 - January 5
9:00AM - 4:00PM
Full Day Camp
Slauson Middle School
Grades: K - 2nd. It's easy to look past the things we use everyday, and we might not even realize how much wonder there is in the simple things! We will take a closer look at things that make up the world around us, explore molecules, water, electricity, and even music. We will even have an indoor launch! Join the Nutty Scientists for 3 days of hands-on Science Fun! Instructors: Nutty Science Staff.
Wonders of Science
NEW!
January 3 - January 5
9:00AM - 4:00PM
Full Day Camp
Slauson Middle School
Grades: 3rd - 5th. It's easy to look past the things we use everyday, and we might not even realize how much wonder there is in the simple things! We will take a closer look at things that make up the world around us, explore molecules, water, electricity, and even music. We will even have an indoor launch! Join the Nutty Scientists for 3 days of hands-on Science Fun! Instructors: Nutty Science Staff.
Artistic Adventures
NEW!
January 3 - January 5
9:00AM - 4:00PM
Full Day Camp
Slauson Middle School
Grades: 1st - 5th. Get ready for three action-packed days with Doodles Academy! During this winter camp, participants will dive into a world of creative exploration as they engage in various artistic activities, such as crafting their own zine—a unique, self-published booklet where participants will share their own thoughts and stories. This camp is designed to be a creative playground, perfect for fostering a dynamic and collaborative environment. Doodles Academy staff will tailor these experiences based on age, interests, or energy levels. This personalized approach ensures that participants get the most out of their artistic journey. Instructors: Doodles Academy Staff.
Artistic Adventures
NEW!
January 3 - January 5
9:00AM - 4:00PM
Full Day Camp
Slauson Middle School
Grades: 1st - 5th. Get ready for three action-packed days with Doodles Academy! During this winter camp, participants will dive into a world of creative exploration as they engage in various artistic activities, such as crafting their own zine—a unique, self-published booklet where participants will share their own thoughts and stories. This camp is designed to be a creative playground, perfect for fostering a dynamic and collaborative environment. Doodles Academy staff will tailor these experiences based on age, interests, or energy levels. This personalized approach ensures that participants get the most out of their artistic journey. Instructors: Doodles Academy Staff.
Half Day Winter Break Camps (ages 5-14)
Winter Wonderland Dance
NEW!
January 3 - January 5
9:00AM - NOON
Half Day AM Camp
Eberbach Cultural Arts Building
Ages: 5 - 8. Don't spend your holiday break hibernating! Come DANCE and GROW with us. Dancing, crafting, story time, interactive games and more will delight your snowflakes. Miss out on this camp? Snow way! Campers should pack a water bottle and an allergy-free snack. Instructor: Lisa Dietz, Director of Dance and Grow LLC.
Sports Play
NEW!
January 3 - January 5
9:00AM - NOON
Half Day AM Camp
Slauson Middle School Gym
Ages: 5 - 7. Sports Play provides a fun introduction to sports designed to help kids get moving and build confidence! Every session focuses on movement, playful achievement, and collaboration instead of competition. Each day features a warmup, an introduction to a new sport (ex, kickball, frisbee, scoops, badminton, etc.), an athletic activity (capture the flag, crazy cones, sharks and minnows, various relay races, ninja style course, etc.), an interactive mind challenge, a cool down. All sports and activities cater to all developmental needs, emphasizing playful and experiential learning. Instructor: Kidokinetics Staff.
Twin Knights Chess
January 3 - January 5
9:00AM - NOON
Half Day AM Camp
Slauson Middle School
Ages: 7 - 13. Twin Knights Chess camp is for kids who have never played, those who have had some instruction and those who are familiar with the rules and some tactics. Campers will learn chess history, etiquette, piece movement, relative values of the pieces, common opening moves, middlegame and endgame strategies and tactics. They will practice under tournament conditions, analyze games of famous players, solve puzzles and have fun with playing bughouse. There will be trophies and other prizes. Instructor: All The King’s Men Staff.
Introduction to Fencing
January 3 - January 5
9:00AM - NOON
Half Day AM Camp
AA Open @ Mack Gym
Ages: 7 - 14. The modern Olympic sport of fencing engages both mind and body. It is physically and mentally demanding and teaches problem solving as well as improved reflexes and agility. Fencing is unique in that a certain body type is not required. Fencing encourages different styles based on size and strength, and fencers are taught the importance of showing respect, regardless of the outcome. All equipment is included – campers should dress in sports clothing and sneakers. This camp is designed to introduce children ages 7-14 to the sport. They will learn basic footwork and bladework while learning simple fencing tactics and rules. Instructors: Ann Arbor Fencing Club Staff.
Introduction to Fencing
January 3 - January 5
1:00PM - 4:00PM
Half Day PM Camp
AA Open @ Mack Gym
Ages: 7 - 14. The modern Olympic sport of fencing engages both mind and body. It is physically and mentally demanding and teaches problem solving as well as improved reflexes and agility. Fencing is unique in that a certain body type is not required. Fencing encourages different styles based on size and strength, and fencers are taught the importance of showing respect, regardless of the outcome. All equipment is included – campers should dress in sports clothing and sneakers. This camp is designed to introduce children ages 7-14 to the sport. They will learn basic footwork and bladework while learning simple fencing tactics and rules. Instructors: Ann Arbor Fencing Club Staff.
G-Powers Basketball
January 3 - January 5
1:00PM - 4:00PM
Half Day PM Camp
Bryant Elementary School Gym
Ages: 9 - 12. The G-Powers Basketball Camp is designed for participants with prior experience in the sport of Basketball. Want to sharpen your skills in dribbling, shooting, setting screens, and playing defense? Coach Grek will offer a series of fun activities and drills, and practice in-game situations to help you master the fundamentals of the game. Instructor: Grek Powers. Wednesday - Friday.
Sports Play
NEW!
January 3 - January 5
1:00PM - 4:00PM
Half Day PM Camp
Slauson Middle School Gym
Ages: 8 - 10. Sports Play provides a fun introduction to sports designed to help kids get moving and build confidence! Every session focuses on movement, playful achievement, and collaboration instead of competition. Each day features a warmup, an introduction to a new sport (ex, kickball, frisbee, scoops, badminton, etc.), an athletic activity (capture the flag, crazy cones, sharks and minnows, various relay races, ninja style course, etc.), an interactive mind challenge, a cool down. All sports and activities cater to all developmental needs, emphasizing playful and experiential learning. Instructor: Kidokinetics Staff.