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(2019) Cedar Rapids Summer Camp and Activities Guide

Updated for 2019

March 16, 2018

Hello! You have found an archived version of our camp guide! This guide does not reflect any upcoming camps. Please check www.cedarapids.macaronikid.com

Your Cedar Rapids Summer Camp Guide is here!

Macaroni Kid Cedar Rapids and Iowa City are publications reaching thousands of families in Eastern Iowa - with that number growing every day. We are proud to offer parents a free, one-stop shop filled with all the events and activities that the Corridor has to offer. After having numerous parents ask us about seasonal camp options, we decided to create a yearly resource for parents where they can see the best of what is available and feel confident about where they spend their money and send their children.

Be sure to check back often as camps will be continually added through the summer. We hope that you find our Summer Camp Directory to be a valuable resource as you plan your children's adventures this summer. As always, please call ahead before visiting any event or venue as things can change without our knowledge.

OUR FEATURED SUMMER CAMPS:


Camp Tanager 

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Join the fun at Camp Tanager this summer at one of their exciting themed Day Camp Programs!  Weekly Sessions begin Monday, June 10 and run until Friday, August 9.  Choose from the following awesome camp themes:  Aloha Summer, Jedi Training Camp, H2-WHOA!, Stars & Stripes, OOPY GOOPY, Backyard Bash, CSI Camp, Hogwart's Adventure and Zombie NERF Week.  Day Camps start at $190 per week with additional discounts for multi-camper and multi-week signups.  Early Drop Off, Late Pick-Up and Overnight Options are available.campmail@tanagerplace.org

campmail@tanagerplace.org
319-286-4510
www.camptanager.org
www.facebook.com/camptanager

Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation Department

View the entire Play! Guide or choose one of the separate (printable) sections below:How do I register for Parks and Recreation programs?



Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio

Art Summer Camps at iCCGS located in the heart of NewBo in Cedar Rapids

The Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio is entering our 10th year of providing Art Education through our Summer Camp Program!  For 2019, we are offering almost 50 different Summer Camps/Workshops!  Our multi-day Summer Camps are intended to provide a variety of Ceramic and Warm Glass education--with multiple projects created at the end of each session.  Our Multi-Day Summer Camps are divided among the age groups: 5-8, 8-11 and 11-15+.  Cost is $55-$100 per multi-day camp. We also offer a large variety of project-based One-Day Summer Workshops for ages 7-17.  In these Summer Workshops, one project is created in a 2-hour session.  Cost is $22 per person. Pre-registration is required as spaces are limited, register online early to secure your Camper’s spot!  

For more information:

info@iowaceramicscenter.org

319-365-9644





History Detectives
Investigate the mystery of the missing artifact!

Oh no! The History Center is missing an important artifact!  Calling all adventure seekers and History Detectives!  Participants will piece together clues, examine artifacts, and investigate the mystery of the lost artifact! Session 1: June 18th 9:00-12:00Session 2: June 18th 2:00-5:00Session 3: June 20th 9:00-12:00Session 4: June 20th 2:00-5:00(each session is a repeat of the same camp and activities)$30 for Members of The History Center$40 for Non-Members of The History center

jenny@historycenter.org
319-362-1501
www.historycenter.org
www.historycenter.org

Jr. J-Hawk Poms


The Jefferson Jr. J-Hawk Poms program is committed to the growth and development of young dancers aspiring to one day be on the Jefferson Poms. Dancers will learn the basic fundamentals of dance in a safe and nurturing environment. A sense of accomplishment and pride will be felt during their many community appearances and performance opportunities. Most importantly, Jr. J-Hawk Poms program will foster a love for dance and their school community.

Summer Session
May 20 - June 24, 2019
6 Week Session
$60.00 (plus tax)


Kids First Gymnastics

Themed Summer Camps:

June 3rd-7th & July 8th-12th Junior Chef Week

June 3rd-7th & July 1st-3rd & July 22nd-26th Nerf & Lego Camp

June 10th-14th Superheroes Camp

June 17th-21st & Aug 19th-23rd Crazy Cool Science Camp

June 10th-14th & July 15th-19th & July 29th-Aug 2nd & Aug 5th-9th Please Wear My Child Out Camp

June 17th-21st & Aug 19th-23rd Gymnastics Camp

June 24th-28th Yo Ho Ho Pirates Camp

June 24th-28th & Aug 5th-9th Cheerleading Camp

July 1st-3rd (3 Days) Land of Dinosaurs Camp

July 8th-12th & July 29th-Aug 2nd Warrior Traning Camp

July 15th-19th Disney Week

July 22nd-26th Imagination Station Camp

About our camps:

Ages:
5 to 13 years old; must already be five by the camp start date to attend
Each week of camp includes:

Meal & snack times (lunch is not provided, but light snacks are included)
Daily arts & crafts based on the theme
Daily games (physical activity) based on the theme
A registered nurse available on site

Extended Hours:

Early Drop-off: 7:30 a.m. – 8:29 a.m. – $5 each day
Late Pick-up: 4:31 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. – $5 each day
$1 a minute after 5:30 p.m.
We are flexible, so please call if you have questions about special pick-up or drop-off situations

To register please go to https://kids1stgym.com/camps/




Prestige Dance Studio

         

The Intensive: August 10th & 11th, 2019

 

The Intensive is back by popular demand! Each August, incredible choreographers from all over the United States are flown in for a weekend full of quality technical training, choreography that challenges dancers mentally and physically, and most of all fun! Guest Choreographers with diverse backgrounds and superior credentials open dancer's minds to different adaptations of movement and provides a safe environment for them to explore and express the emotional component of dance.

Help us stuff the truck with NEW school supplies for local students in need! All of the supplies will be given out at our Back 2 School Bash & Expo - 7th Annual! event and any supplies that are leftover will be donated to The Teacher Store to get supplies to our local teachers! Thank you in advance for your support!


Turning Camp: July 29-August 1, 2019

 

Our Summer Turning Camp will emphasize technique, flexibility, and coordination while introducing students to more advanced turning skills. We will go well beyond pirouettes in this jam-packed camp!

Students will be placed in the appropriate workshop based on their level allowing all students to feel challenged and supported. A great option for students wanting to take their technique to the next level.

Tiny Intensive – Ages 4-6, 10:00-12:00pm $75.00

Parent Showcase Sunday at 11:45am

Mini Intensive – Ages 7-9, 9:00-12:00pm $114.00

Parent Showcase Sunday at 12:00pm

Junior Intensive – Ages 10-12, 1:00-5:00pm $151.00

Parent Showcase Sunday at 5:00pm

Senior Intensive – Ages 13 and up, 10:00am-3:00pm $185.00

Parent Showcase Sunday at 3:00pm


Contact Information

Cedar Rapids Location

5005 Blairs Forest Lane NE Suite D

Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Marion Location
143 Marion Blvd. Suite A

Marion, IA 52302

prestigedancestudiocr@gmail.com

563.543.8414

Summit Schools 

Summit Schools offers themed, academic, recreation and STEAM-based camps for grades PreK-8th grade June 10-August 2, 2019.


Summit offers academic summer camps in reading and math, the fun and popular Healthy and Lifestyles Recreation camps, along with weekly morning and afternoon themed camps aimed to keep your child(ren) thinking critically and problem-solving while still having a blast! NEW in 2019: STEAM “Summer Challenge Camps” in partnership with NewBoCo for grades 2-8. Summit’s camps are taught by experienced teachers and classes are kept small to provide an optimum learning environment. Summit’s summer camps are known in the community for their high-quality programming. Families can mix and match summer camps based on their child's interests and needs. Registration for camps is open until the Thursday before the camp begins (space permitting). 


Visit 
http://www.summitschools.org for more information.

See a full list of other Iowa Camps Below

Resources:

Choose a Summer Camp for For Your Kids in 5 Easy Steps


Let Bright Horizons Help You Balance Life as a Working Mom




Other Iowa Camps 

This is merely a list we compiled for you. Please check ahead to see if the camp or organization is operating any activities this summer.

2-Jo's Farm and Western Town ( Van Horne)
The Bell Tower (Dubuque)
Brucemore (Cedar Rapids)
Camp Courageous (Monticello)
Camp Wapsi
Camp Wyoming
Cedar Rapids Ice Arena (Cedar Rapids)
Cedar Rapids Kernels Baseball (Cedar Rapids)
Camp Hitaga (Walker)
Camp Tanager (Mount Vernon)
Coe College Boys Basketball (Cedar Rapids)
Coe College Football (Cedar Rapids)
Coe College Volleyball (Cedar Rapids)
Coe College Soccer (Cedar Rapids)
Coral Ridge Ice Arena (Coralville)
Diamond Dreams Sports Academy (Coralville)
Dubuque Carnegie Stout Library - (Dubuque)
EPIC Dance Studios (Cedar Rapids)
Fencing Camp  (Iowa City)
F.W. Kent Park (Oxford)
Girl Scouts
Greenbriar Riding Academy  (Springville)
Giving Tree Theatre (Marion)
Harvest Christian Daycare & Learning Center (Cedar Rapids)
Hawkeye Area Council Boyscouts of America (Cedar Rapids)
Hiawatha Adventure Camp  (Hiawatha)
Hilltop Ranch (Robins)Indian Creek Nature Center (Cedar Rapids)
Iowa Children's Museum~ Summer Day Camps   (Coralville)
Iowa Gym-Nest Summer Camp (Coralville) 
Iowa City Kickers (Iowa City)
Iowa City Parks and Recreation (Iowa City)
Iowa Sports Camps (Iowa City)
Jane Boyd Community House (Cedar Rapids)
Kids First Gymnastics (Cedar Rapids)
Kids on Campus (Dubuque)
Kindercare Learning Center (Cedar Rapids)
Kirkwood Interactive Camps for Kids  (Cedar Rapids)
Missouri Military Academy
Mount Mercy Sports Camps (Cedar Rapids)
National Czech and Slovak Museum (Cedar Rapids)
National River Museum (Dubuque)
NewBo City Market (Cedar Rapids)
Prairie School of Art
(Iowa City)
Prestige Dance Studio (Cedar Rapids)
Renee's Ceramic Cafe
(Iowa City)
Riverside Theatre (Iowa City)
Salvation Army (Cedar Rapids)
SkyZone (Cedar Rapids)
Summit Schools  (Cedar Rapids)
Taproot Nature Experience 
(North English)
The Arts & Crafts Place (Iowa City)
Theater Cedar Rapids (Cedar Rapids)
University of Iowa Recreational Services Wildlife Camps (Iowa City)
Urban Farm Camp (Cedar Rapids)
Walking Stick Adventures (Williamsburg)
WayPoint (Cedar Rapids)
Wickiup Hill Learning Center (Toddville)
Willowwind School (Iowa City)
Young Footliters (Iowa City)