Best summer camps in the Santa Clarita Valley (Updated for 2026)
March 22nd, 2023 | 10 min. read
Summer is right around the corner and you need to plan for your child’s school break! Camp is safe, fun, social, and educational. It helps your child have new experiences and make friends
Santa Clarita is home to many types of camp for children of all ages. There are arts camps, sport camps, coding camps, and camps for outdoor adventures. Your child is sure to find a great fit for them. Parents are sure to find camps that meet their scheduling and budget needs.
Below is the most comprehensive source for summer camps in the Santa Clarita area. You will find a description about each camp, the dates, times, and fees. Each camp is also linked to the website so you can learn more and register your child.
Summer camps in the Santa Clarita Valley
Whether your child is an athlete, artist, performer, or budding equestrian, there is a wide selection of summer camps to choose. Some of these camps are half-day, others are full day, and some have the option for both. You’ll find camps for children from pre-school age through the teen years.
Academy Swim Club
Academy Swim Club invites your kiddos into the pool for swimming, playing, and fun. Each week has a fun theme and kids receive one hour of swim lessons each day. Pizza parties on Fridays! Located at SC Athletic Club in Newhall.
Ages: 5-10
Dates: June 15 - August 7
Time: 8 am-3 pm and 8 am-2pm on Fridays
Price: $359 per week with discounts for siblings and early enrollment
Cadence Academy Preschool Camp
Cadence Academy offers 12 weeks of camp for preschoolers and school-aged children through the age of 12.
- Weeks 1-4: Air and Space
- Weeks 5-8: Earth to the Core
- Weeks 9-12: Water Worlds
Ages: 5-12
Dates: May 25 - August 14
Time: 7 am - 6 pm
Price: 2 days is $234, 3 days $289, and 5 days $373
Cal Elite Gymnastics Camp
Cal Elite Gymnastics Camp is a gymnastics center in Santa Clarita. There are half-day and all-day camp options. Instructors provide kids with an energetic day of:
- Games
- Tumbling
- Gymnastics
- Obstacle courses
Ages: 3.5-11
Dates: TBD
Time: TBD
Price: TBD
Cal Kids Learning Academy
Cal Kids provides nine different unique, fun camps. Kids of all interests can find something fun to do at Cal Kids. There is even a Going Back to School Camp in August to help your child prepare for school.
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Sports Camp
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Science Camp
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Culinary Camp
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Music and Drama Camp
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Robotics & Engineering Camp
Ages: 4 years 9 months - high school
Dates: June 15-August 14
Time: 10 am - 2 pm
Price: $190 for 5 days, $170 for 4 Days, and $150 for 1-3 Days
*Camp Registration is $100 and the Materials Fee is $50
Camp Clarita
Camp Clarita is a camp organized by the city of Santa Clarita. There are summer camps available for preschoolers through school-age children. Dates vary depending on age. Camp is held at seven locations throughout the SCV. The camp is a day camp, and kids engage in:
- Swimming
- Making crafts
- Going on field trips
Ages: 3-12
Dates: June 15 – August 7
Time: Times and days vary according to the program
Price: $113/week for preschool & $201/week for 5-12 year olds
Code Ninjas
Code Ninjas offers a series of camps for your tech-savvy kid. They learn under the tutelage of Code Senseis on several topics. Choose morning or afternoon camps.
- Minecraft
- Stop Motion Animation
- Roblox World Building
Dates: June 15 - August 7
Hours: 8:30-11:30 am or 12-3 pm
Price: $325 per week, $299 with early bird specials
College of the Canyons
Career Exploration Camps at College of the Canyons is a program designed for junior high students to explore different career options on the college campus, such as cyber security, animation, babysitters club, e-sports, and more.
- In-person
- Hands-on
- Learn about competitive job options
Ages: Children entering 6th, 7th, and 8th grade
Dates: TBD
Time: 9 am-3 pm
Price: $199, scholarships are available
Color Me Mine
Color Me Mine in Valencia is a pottery center that hosts summer camps for four weeks. Each week has its own theme. Kids enjoy fun crafts, games, and surprises!
Ages: Kindergarten-6th grade
Dates: June 22-July 31
Time: 9 am-Noon
Price: $325 plus taxes
The Cube Ice and Entertainment Center
The Cube Ice and Entertainment Center is just the place for your child when they need a break from the heat. The Camp Chillin staff teaches children how to skate and other traditional camp activities. Go for the day or the week!
Ages: 5-11
Dates: June 15 - August 14
Hours: 8:30 am-4 pm
Price: $87 per day or $410 per week
Dance Studio 84
Dance Studio 84 is a dance studio in Santa Clarita. They offer dance classes throughout the school year and one camp in the summer. Kids learn several types of dance so it is a great opportunity for children new to dance as well as for kids with a dance background.
Ages: 5-10
Dates: July 13-17
Hours: 10 am - 2pm
Price: $160
Ekata the Art of Living
Ekata the Art of Living is a martial arts and meditation center. They offer a fun-filled summer camp experience. Weekly themes include Ninja & Samurai, Tiger Warriors, and Knights & Legends.
Ages: 5-13
Dates: June 8 – July 31
Time: TBD
Price: $299 per week, $269 Early Bird Special
Escape Theatre
Escape Theatre provides an incredible opportunity to any child that is interested in performing. They do full-scale shows throughout the year and camps during the summer. This year they have a camp for The Little Mermaid.
- Dance
- Acting
- Singing
Age: Children entering 4th-11th grade
Dates: July 7-10
Time: 9 am-12 pm
Price: $170
Gilchrest Farm Camps
Gilchrest Farm Camp hosts camps for preschoolers and school aged children. Five to sixteen-year-olds learn how to:
- Garden
- Make traditional crafts
- Milk goats and gather eggs
- Groom, tack up, and safely ride horses
Mini Camp
Ages: 2-5
Dates: May 26- 29 and June 1-5
Time: 8 am-12 pm for preschoolers
Price: $275 - $345
Summer Farm Camp
Ages: 5-11 year olds
Dates: June 8-August 7 (Weekly)
Time: 8 am-2 pm
Price: $425 per week, sibling and multi-week discounts
Counselors in Training 12-16 for $325 per week
Day Rate for Returning Campers $90/Day, CIT $70/Day
Gymnastics Olympica USA
Gymnastica Olympica USA offers classes during the school year and camps during summer break. Kids enjoy gymnastics, games, obstacle courses, and more. This summer, they will offer different themed camps every week.
- Color Wars
- Safari Adventure
- Outdoor Adventure
- Welcome to Summer
Ages: 4+
Dates: June 15-August 7
Time: 9-noon (Ages 4 & 5) and 9 am - 3 pm (Ages 6+)
Price: Ages 4 & 5 $249 per week & $89 per day
Ages 6+ $299 per week and $119 per day
Hugo’s Gym
Hugo’s Gym has both half-day and full-day options for summer camp. Hugo’s is outfitted with a diverse and exciting spectrum of gear and activities. Kids of all ages enjoy their camps.
- Crafts
- Foam pit
- Free play
- Trampolines
- Rock climbing wall
Ages: 3-13
Dates: June 15-August 7
Time: 9 am-12 pm or 9 am-3 pm
Price: $50 per half day and $80 for a full day
Include Everyone Project
Include Everyone Project is an organization that strives to provide classes and support for residents with disabilities. This year they are offering The Magic Within performing arts camp. Scholarships are available.
Ages: 5-Adult
Dates: June 15-19 and/or June 22-26
Time: 1:30-4 pm
Price: $150 per week (includes T-shirt)
Jr Stars Program!
Ages: 3-5
Dates: June 15-19
Time: 11 am to noon
Price: $75
The Little Gym
The Little Gym offers morning and afternoon one-day camps. Camps are located indoors and are themed Superhero, Ninja Camp, and Space Adventure Camp. This is a great option for young children who need a little flexibility in their schedule.
Ages: 3-10
Dates: All summer, days vary
Time: 9 am to noon or 12:30-3:30 pm
Price: $60
The Master’s University
Master’s University offers several camps for tweens and teens. Camps vary in length.
- Music
- Sports
- Coding
- Science
- Engineering
- Agriculture
Ages: 6-18, depending on the camp
Dates: June-August
Time: Times vary
Price: $220-455, depending on the camp
My Gym
My Gym in Valencia offers camps where kids can play, learn gymnastics skills, and have fun with friends. The age range is wide, so this is a great choice for siblings. An additional hour of camp is available for only $10.
- Games
- Gymnastics
- Arts and Crafts
Mini Camp (1 day)
Ages: 2 ½-10 (Must be potty-trained)
Dates: May 25, June 19, July 3
Time: 9 am-Noon
Price: $45 for the first child and only $20 per additional sibling, volume discounts available
Summer Camp
Ages: 2.5 years (potty trained) - 10 years
Dates: TBD
Time: 9 am-12 pm, add an extra hour for $10
Price: 1-3 days is $45 per day, and 4+ days are $32
Painting with a Twist Summer Camp
Painting with a Twist offers week-long summer camps where your child can learn to paint. They use different surfaces, including canvas and wood and they provide all the materials necessary! Snacks and beverages are provided. There are also one day three-hour-long camps for $49.
Ages: 6-12
Dates: June 22 - August 7
Time: 12-3 pm
Price: $225
Paseo Club Tennis Camp
Paseo Club Summer Tennis Camp is a fun-filled camp with tennis, swimming, and fun. This camp is available for one week or several and is taught by USPTA Certified Tennis Coaches. There are also lots of drills, games, and awards. Lunch is included. Extended care is available in the mornings and afternoons.
- Learn stroke technique
- Receive technical analysis
- Play both singles and doubles tennis
Ages: 6-16
Dates: June 15 - August 7
Time: 9 am-2 pm
Price: $495 members/$575 non-members per week of camp
Paseo Club Movement Camp
Paseo Club Movement Summer Camp provides the opportunity for your child to learn several forms of movement and fitness in a safe and encouraging environment. Choose one week or several. Lunch is included! Extended care is available in the mornings and afternoons.
- Yoga
- Tennis
- Fitness
- Running
- Pickleball
- Swimming
Ages: 5-12
Dates: June 15 - August 7
Time: 9 am-2 pm
Price: $465 members/$545 non-members per week of camp
Picasso’s Playmates
Picasso’s Playmates has art-centered day camps for children interested in developing their creative skills.
- Harry Potter Camp
- Nature/Adventure Camp
Ages: 6-17 for Harry Potter Camp, 7-16 for Nature Camp
Dates: June 15-19, June 22-26, June 29- July 3
Time: Nature Camp is 10 am -1 pm and Harry Potter Camp is 12-3 pm
Price: $275 per week, $65 per day
R.M. Pyles Boys Camp
R.M. Pyles Boys Camp is a camp specially designed for boys who struggle with behavioral issues and are from low-income, disadvantaged homes. They strive to support boys in becoming men through experiences with sports, horseback riding, archery, crafts, nature, fishing, ropes/initiative course, and back packing. There are three sessions available. This camp’s office is located in Valencia but the camp is based in the Sequoia National Forest.
Ages: 7-17
Dates: June 22 - July 31
Price: Free
Santa Clarita Boys and Girls Club Summer Program
Santa Clarita Boys and Girls Club Summer Program is an all-day low-cost camp that runs Monday through Friday. Camp is available at three locations — Canyon Country, Newhall, and Castaic Clubhouses. Parents pay only for the days they select.
- Breakfast, lunch, and snacks provided
- Kids participate in games, art, and free play
- The cost is free if your child attends after 11 am
Ages: 7-17
Dates: June-August
Time: 7 am-7 pm
Santa Clarita Equestrian Center
Santa Clarita Equestrian Center hosts a half-day camp for kids. Snacks are included. Camps are one-week-long sessions. Multi-week and sibling discounts are available.
- Games
- Formal riding lessons
- Grooming and feeding horses
Ages: 6+
Dates: June 15 - August 7
Time: 9 am-12 pm
Price: $350
Santa Clarita Sports Center
Santa Clarita Sports Center in Valencia has professional and positive coaches that teach your child how to enjoy sports and develop their skill set. Attend for a week or a day! Early drop off begins at 8 am.
- Relay Races
- Soccer Drills
- Arts and Crafts
- Basketball Drills
Ages: 5-12
Dates: June 22 - August 7
Time: 9 am-3 pm
Price: $75 per day & $375 per week
School of Rock
School of Rock is a music camp for kids that want to learn how to sing and play instruments. Kids can choose from many different themed camps. There are performances for parents on Fridays.
- Beatles
- Pop Punk
- Rock 101
- Camper’s Choice and many more!
Ages: 7-18, Rookies Camp is 5-7
Dates: June 1 - August 28
Times: 9 am-3 pm, Rookies Camp is 9 am -12 pm or 12:30-3:30 pm
Price: $525 per week, $399 for Rookies Camp
Shin’s Family Martial Arts Center
Shin’s Family Martial Arts Center has been a resource for learning martial arts for 23 years. They have a full-day program with extended hours. Kids learn martial arts and gymnastics and play on trampolines, tumble tracks, and zip lines. They teach their students essential life values. Extended care and sibling discounts are available.
- Focus
- Patience
- Discipline
- Diligence
Ages: 5-12
Dates: June 15 - August 7
Times: 9 am-4 pm
Price:
Member: $279 for 5 days, $239 for 3 days
Non-Member: $329 for 5 days, $289 for 3 days
Star Dance Center
Star Dance Center offers many dance-inspired camps. The four-day-long camps run just in the morning so your child’s afternoons are free to relax or play with friends. No dance experience is needed to attend camp. They also offer summer classes.
- Music
- Crafts
- Games
- Dancing
Age: 3-10, depending on the camp
Dates: June 22 - July 30
Times: 9:30 am-12 pm
Price: $189 for four-day camps
Statham Academy Basketball Camp
Statham Academy Basketball Camp gives kids of all ages the opportunity to learn, play, and perfect their basketball skills. Camps are three days long and are available throughout the summer.
Age: 5-17
Dates: June 16-July 30
Times: 9 am-12 pm
Price: $160
Sunshine Day Camp
Sunshine Day Camp is offered at six locations throughout the Santa Clarita Valley. This camp has been taught for 40 years and boasts a 1:12 instructor-to-child ratio. Lunch is included. There are two-day, three-day, and five-day camp options.
- Fields trips
- Guest entertainers
- Weekly themed camps
Ages: Entering K-6
Dates: June 15 - August 7
Time: 7 am-6 pm
Price: $250 for two days, 250 for three days, & $280 for five days (Early bird discounts available)
Trinity Classical Academy Camp
Trinity Classical Academy Camp is for Trinity students and the general public. Camps run all day at the school campus with field trips on Thursdays. Each week is themed, such as Ocean Week, Color Wars, and Careers Week. Trinity also offers an Academic Essentials Camp.
- Sports
- Water games
- Bible lessons
- Creative arts projects
- Science experiments
Ages: 5-12
Dates: June 8 - August 7
Time: 7:30 am-5 pm
Price:$145 - $245, depending on the number of days of camp
YMCA Summer Camp
The YMCA of Santa Clarita offers summer camp for kids of all ages, from 4 years and 9 months through 9th graders. The camps run for eight weeks in total, but you can select as many or as few weeks as you like. Kids enjoy a variety of activities.
- Field trips
- Group games
- STEM activities
- Arts and theater
- Swimming lessons
Ages: 4 years 9 months-9th grade
Dates: June 15 - August 7
Time: 7 am-6 pm
Price: $199-$219 per week
The Valencia Camp Gan Israel
The Valencia Camp Gan Israel is a Jewish day camp. The instructors aim to provide your child with a rich and wholesome summer vacation. They offer a wide range of fun camp activities and field trips. Sign up for one week or four!
- Crafts
- Sports
- Drama
- Games
Ages: 5-11
Dates: June 22 - July 17
Time: 9 am-3 pm
Price: $350 - 5 days per week, $260 - 3 days per week, $1,250 - 4 weeks
Valley Trails Camp
Valley Trails Camp is an outdoor camp offering a place where children can unplug. They offer extended morning and afternoon care for free. Camps are open throughout the summer. There is free transportation and free lunch. Sibling and early bird discounts are available.
- Archery
- Zip Lines
- Swimming
- Fort building
- Arts & Crafts
Ages: Entering Kindergarten - 8th grade
Counselors In Leadership Training program available for 9th & 10th graders
Dates: June 15 - August 7
Time: 9 am-3:30 pm
Price: $570, CILT $250-350
VIBE Performing Arts Camp
VIBE Performing Arts Camp has camps for children as young as seven. There are themed camps sure to excite your child. Camps last three days, one week, or two weeks, depending on the camp.
- Singing Camp
- Comedy Camp
- Hip Hop Dance Camp
- Acting for Film and TV Camp
- Shrek Musical Theater Camp
- Madagascar Musical Theater Camp
- The Jungle Book Musical Theater Camp
Ages: 7-14, depending on the camp
Dates: June 15 - August 7
Time: 10 am-2 pm or 12:30-2:30 pm
Price: $150-425, depending on the camp
Enjoying summer camp in the Santa Clarita Valley
This article is the most comprehensive Santa Clarita summer camp guide so you can find the best camp for your kiddo! There are options for children as young as three and up to seventeen. Camps are filling up, so it is best to register soon — maybe you’ll even get an early bird discount!
The Paseo Club is a home away from home for many Santa Clarita residents, young and old. We offer summer camps, classes, and childcare for our youngest members.
Adults and kids fourteen and older can enjoy over 50 fitness classes per week. There are also tennis and pickleball courts and a junior Olympic pool to cool off in.
If you think this community-focused club is the place for you and your family, then join today. We can’t wait to see you!

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