As summer slump sets in, get the kids out of the house and keep them learning with one of the City of Malibu’s summer day camps.
The city is offering a variety of athletic and educational day camps to suit many interests, from summer staples such as soccer and tennis to unique experiences like cooking and LEGOs. Most camps are for children ranging from ages 5 to 14, although exact ages vary by camp.
Most camps are four or five days long, and can be attended on a daily or weekly basis. Prices begin at $25 per day, or $115 for the whole session, but vary from camp to camp. Registration can be completed in advance online, by mail, or in person. Participants can also register day-of with an additional $10 fee. For more information, visit the city website.
Camp highlights include:
Culinary Adventures Camp, August 5-9:
(Ages 6-12) Come taste adventure! Each day, young foodies will immerse themselves in the kitchen with a delicious secret ingredient straight from the garden. Campers will learn culinary skills, experiment with new flavors and ingredients, and receive an apron and cookbook. www.kitchenkid.com
August 5-9, Mon-Fri, 1:00pm-3:00pm
Malibu Bluffs Park- Michael Landon Center, $200 + $50 Lab Fee
Fencing Camp by Swordplay LA, July 29-August 2:
(Ages 7-14) Swordplay makes fencing fun and accessible through many different types of fencing related games. To advance the lesson and promote exercise, students will receive instruction in footwork and technique. Instructed by professional fencers. www.swordplayla.com
July 29-August 2, Mon-Fri, 10:00am-1:00pm
Malibu High School- Small Gymnasium, $300 / $60 daily rate
LEGOS Animation Camp, July 29-August 2:
(Ages 5-12) Ready to take your fascination with LEGOS to a new level? Create amazing movies; whether it be an epic pirate battle scene or an adventure in another galaxy. Students will receive a copy of their movie. www.moviesbykids.com
July 29-August 2, Mon-Fri, 1:00pm-4:00pm
Malibu Bluffs Park- Michael Landon Center, $150 + $25 Lab Fee / $45 daily rate
Young Ninjas USA Camp, July 22-25:
(Ages 5-11) Young Ninjas USA is an action-packed enrichment program based on ancient martial arts principles and techniques. Participants will develop coordination, discipline, and confidence. Instructors include: Kenn Scott, from the TMNT films, and Jonathon Shucolsky, Tae Kwon Do Champion! www.youngninjasusa.com
July 22-25, Mon-Thurs, 1:00pm-4:00pm
Malibu High School Small Gymnasium, $150 / No daily rate
Saving Wildlife International Camp, July 22-26:
(Ages 5-12) Spend part of your summer with a monkey, an alligator, and many other wild and exotic animals at Wildlife Safari Camp! Camp features live animals, arts and crafts projects, and animal related games to inspire and empower children to make a difference for wildlife! Hosted by a Malibu nonprofit organization. www.swionline.org
June 17-21 or July 22-26, Mon-Fri, 9:00am-12:00pm
Malibu Bluffs Park- Multi-Purpose Field, $140 / $35 daily rate