Best Washington Art Camps Summer 2026 Directory

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: - Live Zooming and friendship-making time (prescheduled so your family can plan ahead!)
- Off-screen activities for independent play and learning (and naps! and yard time!)
- Hands-on activities with real art materials (art camp should be a little messy!)
- Small group sizes ensure that campers receive high quality instruction and individual attention from their teachers.
- Daily movement and mindfulness exercises integrated throughout the day to get the wiggles out

Camp tuition includes an Art Toolbox mailed to your home and a live exhibition every Friday that the whole family can attend, even those living far away.

Camp Staff:
Katerina Romanenko, Ph.D. Assistant Director of Youth and Family Programs

An experienced educator and visual culture historian, Dr. Romanenko specializes in Museum education, art history, American History, and object-based learning in formal and informal environments. She holds a PhD in Art History from the City University of New York and for more than 15 years teaches art history and works in Museum education. She also holds a BA in Education Sciences and has experience in research, development and implementation of educational programs for different age groups.

Alicia Mino, Art Educator, Manager of the School and Community Programs

An accomplished practicing artists and art educator, Alicia Mino received her Master’s in visual communication from the Metropolitan University of Chile, She spent fifteen years in Italy studying art history, oil painting, and sculpture. She presented in numerous art exhibitions and founded the Mates Art and Design Studio, where she taught drawing, oil/acrylic painting, and sculpture fundamentals for ten years. In 2008 Alicia moved to Philadelphia where she continues to exhibit her work and teaches art.

Lindsey Murphy, Art Educator and K-8 Program Coordinator

An art educator with over a decade of experience in the field of education, Lindsey Murphy has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology; concentration in Archaeology from Millersville University, and an Elementary Teaching Certification from Millersville University. She worked as a general education classroom teacher in the Oxford Area School District in Chester County, PA for 8 years, and has worked in PAFA’s education department over the past 11 years creating and implementing numerous museum tours and art making experiences for children and families of all backgrounds, becoming the K-8 Program Coordinator in 2019..

Melissa Hendrixson, Art Educator

Melissa Hendrixson is an artist and art educator who has worked in Museum Education for over five years. She has her Bachelor's of Fine Arts and Studio Certificate from Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and has gained experience through assisting the coordination and development of various museum programming including family programs, youth art classes, and summer camps. She now works for the School and Community Partnership Program as an art educator where she develops and implements museum tours, school lessons, and community outreach programs to support student learning, parental engagement and visual literacy initiatives.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: It is our sincere desire that no child be denied the opportunity to attend camp because of financial difficulties. Thanks to our generous donors, PAFA is able to offer a limited number of scholarships.

Please email artcamp[AT]pafa.org to receive a scholarship application

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Friday Art Show

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: PAFA offers a year round programs, online and in person for youth and families that engage parents and children with the museum collection and art-making. Our programs inculde art classes for middle school students, afterschool program for kids 6-11, and Sunday Family workshops. please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.pafa.org

OTHER CAMP INFO: Drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, comic books and graphic novels, collage and mixed media, and video arts.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Dates
June 21 - August 13, 8 weeks

Ages: 6-14 (groups: 6-8; 9-11; 12-14)

Mon-Fri from 9am - 3pm each day (except July 5rd).

For camps description, cost and schedule go to the registration website. Our Camp Website Link: www.pafa.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Assistants and Camp Instructors.
Please visit for current job announcements and apply via 
Our Camp Website Link: hr.pafa.org

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships are available for those who qualify. Applications are available on our website.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: EDCC offers year round community education classes for all ages.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camps begin July, 2020 and run through August, 2020. Please visit Our Camp Website Link: ce.edcc.edu

CAMP FACILITIES: Facilities vary depending on location.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The mission of US Performing Arts Camps is to promote and develop the growth of performing artists in America.

US Performing Arts Camps is considered the premier top tier summer program for training young people in the arts. Our programs are taught by the university or college departments and their professional faculty and guest professionals in their fields.

US Performing Arts offers programs in Animation, Computer Animation, Costume design, Directing, Film-making (including 4K High-definition), Dance, Hip Hop Dance, Musical Theater, Play-writing, Sit Com Writing, Sit Com Acting, Singing, Voice-over work for animation, movies and games, and we started the first College Audition Boot Camps for high school students.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: A limited number of partial scholarships are available through US Performing Arts. US Performing Arts will also work with parents on payment plans.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: College Audition Boot Camp for High School Seniors held in October-November.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Programs typically run June to August. Dates vary by program. Please see our website for specific program dates, or call our office at (888) 497-3553.

CAMP FACILITIES: The rehearsal classrooms are equipped with sprung floors and full wall mirrors. The auditorium has a full stage with sound and lights.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Musical Theatre Intensives

These camps are for Musical Theatre lovers! Our Intensives offer mentorship by master teacher Tony Curry. If you are a triple threat, or want to be one, you will love spending your time singing, dancing and acting your way through a week of rigorous rehearsal with your director, musical director and choreographer. Invite your manager (or Mom and Dad) to the final class to see you "putting it together" in an off-Broadway PREMIERE created just for you!

Theatre Arts Camps

If you like making up shows with your friends, these are the camps for you! Every day is about choosing characters, creating stories, playing theatre games and rehearsing a show! We also make time for outside play at the playground, snack time, crafts for scenery or props, and sharing. Then, on the last day, it’s time for the BIG SHOW for family and friends!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The Hi-Liners Musical Theatre offers winter, spring, and summer musical theatre productions for actors ages 7 to 18, a fall MainStage production for actors ages 9 to 22, weekly classes during the school year, camps, and regular fun events for the whole family. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.hi-liners.org for details!

OTHER CAMP INFO: The Hi-Liners Musical Theatre offers productions and programs year round. Upcoming productions include Mary Poppins Jr., Lion King Jr., and Into the Woods. Please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.hi-liners.org.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Week 1

Hamilton Camp (Morning)

Musical Theatre Intensive (Ages 8-16)

June 25-29 Daily 8:45-11:45am

$210

Be in the room where it happens with material from the most popular musical on Broadway.

Week 2

Greatest Showman Camp (Morning)

Musical Theatre Intensive (Ages 8-16)

July 2-6 Daily 8:45-11:45am

$170 (No camp July 4)

Step right up for the greatest show on earth — and you are part of it!

Into the Woods (Morning)

Musical Theatre Introduction (Ages 5-8)

July 2-6 Daily 8:45-11:45am

$170 (No camp July 4)

Little Red and Jack the Giant Killer join forces in the woods.

Week 3

Pitch Perfect (Morning)

Musical Theatre Intensive (Ages 8-16)

July 9-13 Daily 8:45-11:45am

$210

It’s aca-awesome!

Jedi Training Camp (Morning)

Musical Theatre Introduction (Ages 5-8)

July 9-13 Daily 8:45-11:45am

$210

Young Jedi learn the ways of stage combat and the Musical Force.

Week 4

Hogwarts Summer Musicale (Afternoon)

Musical Theatre Intensive (Ages 8-16)

July 23-27 Daily 1:30-4:30pm

$210

Hogwarts Academy’s sixth annual summer stock magical musical theatre production! Young wizards and witches from all houses are eligible.

Pirate Fairy Camp (Afternoon)

Musical Theatre Introduction (Ages 5-8)

July 23-27 Daily 1:30-4:30pm

$210

Tink and her friends in Pixie Hollow meet a young Captain James Hook for the very first time.

Week 5

Hook (Afternoon)

Musical Theatre Intensive (Ages 8-16)

July 30-August 3 Daily 1:30-4:30pm

$210

Ahoy mateys! Take to the high seas for a musical adventure, with songs from Peter and the Starcatcher, Finding Neverland, and Peter Pan.

Coco Camp (Afternoon)

Musical Theatre Introduction (Ages 5-8)

July 30-August 3 Daily 1:30-4:30pm

$210

Journey to the land of our ancestors through the music of Coco.

Week 6

Hamilton Rap Battle (Afternoon)

Musical Theatre Intensive (Ages 8-16)

August 6-10 Daily 1:30-4:30pm

$210

This is your shot! Spit some fire to Lin Manuel’s beats.

Incredibles Camp (Afternoon)

Musical Theatre Introduction (Ages 5-8)

August 6-10 Daily 1:30-4:30pm

$210

What is your super power? Singing? Dancing? Acting? Or something simple, like invisibility?

Week 7

Guardians of the Galaxy (Afternoon)

Musical Theatre Intensive (Ages 8-16)

August 13-17 Daily 1:30-4:30pm

$210

Open Walkman — check. Drop in mix tape — check. Save Galaxy — working on it!

Jungle Jam (Afternoon)

Musical Theatre Introduction (Ages 5-8)

August 13-17 Daily 1:30-4:30pm

$210

Who’s the King of the Jungle? Featuring songs from Jungle Book, The Lion King, and Tarzan.

Week 8

Comic Relief (Afternoon)

Acting Camp (Ages 9-16)

August 20-24 Daily 1:30-4:30pm

$210

Mel Brooks once said: "I cut my finger; that's tragedy. You fall in a hole and die; that's comedy."

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: While we only ask parents for 10% of the cost, for a camper to attend a program, we offer partial or full camperships for families who may not be able to afford the tuition for a program.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We have a Brain Tumor Family Camp that is specifically designed for families with a child with a Brain Tumor diagnosis, and/or a Brain Tumor Survivor.

In addition, we have out "general" Family Camp for families with a child that has a cancer diagnosis, and/or are a survivor.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Stone Soup’s Theatre educational programs focus on giving each young actor the tools they need to succeed on stage. All our student productions are actor-centered, our students are the true stars of our shows! We take focus away from the technical aspects of theatre and put it back in our young actors’ imaginations. We use suggestive costuming, sets and props to allow the students’ bodies, focus, reactions and facial expressions be what shows our audience the world and environment of the play.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We provide year-round after-school Performance Programs. Learn more at Our Camp Website Link: www.stonesouptheatre.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Learn more about our camps at Our Camp Website Link: www.stonesouptheatre.org.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Summer Teaching Internship/Assistant Director
Work with youth ages 5-17 each week to perform 30-minute versions of a wide variety of genres including adaptations of musicals like Hamilton and Frozen, Shakespeare, and literature based classics like Peter Rabbit, Through the Looking Glass, and A Wrinkle in Time. We need interns and assistant directors who love kids and theatre.
Contact Education[AT]stonesouptheatre.org to learn more.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: In Person and Virtual Camp - for students all across the U.S. and other parts of the world.

6 exciting tracks to choose from:

Foundation: Data Science
Master: AI Model building with code
Full Immersion: AI Model and Research
Design Thinking and AI
AI in Business and Entrepreneurship
Beginner: AI with low code/ no code
STEAM in AI Students have the opportunity to work on exciting AI Projects across Industries, Domains and Careers mentored by AI/ ML Engineers and Data Scientists from the Industry.

Exciting News!! STEAM in AI Intensive is coming to Santa Clara University in the Bay Area this Summer. Get a taste of Silicon Valley, Learn AI and do Research. Check out the Commuter and Residential Programs.

STEAM in AI is Developed by former Stanford and UC Berkeley Adjunct Professor, MIT Mentor $100K Entrepreneurship Competition, Data and AI Ethics thought leader from Silicon Valley, Generative AI Ethics Keynote Speaker for the U.S. Military and the California Department of Education.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Students may apply for a need based scholarship. Scholarship is based on a lot of factors including availability of funds. Application does not guarantee a scholarship. Eligibility Criteria: Must be a student living in the U.S., must have a copy of the most recent U.S. IRS Tax Return. Preference will be given to student recommendations by Partner Schools. Our Nonprofit DataEthics4All 501(c)(3) EIN 85-3148963 provides need based Scholarships to Students to participate in the STEAM in AI Program based on the availability of funds.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Start a STEAM in AI Chapter to find all year round opportunities for students to learn artificial intelligence and ethics, leadership and volunteering. Volunteers can even accrue those hours towards the Presidential Volunteer Service Award. Learn More: Our Camp Website Link: steaminai.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit the Website: Our Camp Website Link: STEAMinAI.org for complete information

CAMP FACILITIES: Large 42 bed self contained lodge with beautiful ocean front property and views, 3 lodges, rustic cabins, cottage, outdoor basket ball and volley ball court, 1 mile of beach to explore, kayaking, rope swing, perimeter trail, 2 campfire amphitheaters, worship site on the hill, indescribable views of Mt. Rainier and Seattle.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp programs for kids ages 1st-12th grades with week specific programming, Family Camp, Senior High Adventure, check out our website for more information and specific camp dates!

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family camp.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Join us this summer as a camper or book a retreat for a weekend getaway. Don't miss out on this amazing place!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 3-6, 2013 Family Camp
July 8-13, 2013 Music and Drama Camp
July 21-24, 2013 Elementary Camp
July 29-August 3, 2013 Senior High Camp
August 5-10, 2013 Junior High Camp
August 5-10, 2013 Senior High Camp

CAMP FACILITIES: LODGING & FACILITIES
Students share cabins, eat great meals together and study and perform in acoustically perfect and sun-filled performance spaces. The mountains and meadows of Icicle Creek provide an open and beautiful backdrop with built-in opportunities for exploring. Students are housed on-site at Icicle Creek Center for the Arts in shared, chaperoned, cozy cabins. Cabins are air-conditioned, comfortable, and have their own bathroom with shower. The campers are organized according to age and gender and have an experienced camp counselor in their cabin.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: SCHOLARSHIPS
A number of need-based scholarships will be given out to deserving students for each of the camps. Please indicate your interest in financial aid on the registration form and also complete the online scholarship application within registration. You need to register even if your participation in camp is contingent on receiving a scholarship.

Note: Students are encouraged to participate in both theater camp sessions (dramatic acting and musical theater), but may also elect to choose only one. Recieve $50 off tuition when registering for both camps!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
TUITION
Overnight Campers - $950 (Includes tuition, cabin, all meals, and all activities) + $4.95 registration fee
Day Campers - $550 (Includes tuition, lunch) + $4.95 registration fee, Optional Activity Fees - $30 per activity (to participate in horseback riding and/or tubing)

To register, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: campscui.active.com

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: All camps are run by Ignite Learning Academy, a fully accredited online private school serving students in preschool through grade 12. Camp leaders include faculty, administration, and external experts in the areas they will be teaching.

Around the World Camp
Art Camp: Arts & Crafts with Found Objects
Art Camp: Drawing
Art Camp: Painting
Cooking Camp
DIY/Pinterest Camp
Hawaiian Hullabaloo Camp
JavaScript Coding Camp
Leading Ladies Camp
LEGO Camp
Mad Science Camp
Outdoor Explorers Camp
Scratch Coding Camp
Wizards & Magic Camp
Storytime & Craft Camp

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.ignitelearningacademy.com to view the dates associated with each individual camp.

CAMP FACILITIES: Please see camp website for camp information flyer

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Please see camp website

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 30-August 3, 2014

Camp registration form available on the camp website

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Weekly camps from June 27th - August 5th. For more info please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.bertschi.org.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Camp Zanika Lache is a non-profit coed summer camp, run by Camp Fire North Central Washington Council for over 85 years. Camp Fire provides the opportunity for kids to find their spark, lift their voice, and discover who they are.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please go to our website, at Our Camp Website Link: www.zanika.net for our Sessions, Dates, and Fees.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Spend the summer living and working in Washington State’s beautiful Wenatchee National Forest. Camp Zanika Lache a traditional co-ed residential summer camp, located on the shores of Lake Wenatchee, is hiring for its summer camp staff. At Camp Zanika we provided an amazing weeklong experience for children ages 5-17. Our diverse staff of 40 college aged individuals, from all over the world, come together to make a positive difference in the lives of the campers we serve, creating memories that last a lifetime.

We are hiring dedicated hardworking leaders that can handle the challenging camp environment, take initiative, put kids first, and enjoy being outdoors.

Working at Camp Zanika is an amazing opportunity to gain useful skills, meet great people and have fun out of doors. Staff have the opportunity to learn and develop new skills, gain professional job experience, and take part in a comprehensive job training, while being given support and feedback. Camp Zanika provides competitive salary (varies with position), room and board, staff shirts, and a truly amazing life experience with memories and friends that will last a life time.

Jobs available include; Lifeguards, Archery instructor, Naturalist, Arts and Crafts Instructor, Ropes Course Instructor, Waterfront Director, Trip and Travel Director, Male & Female Counselors, Unit Coordinator, Asst. Directors, Asst. Cook, Volunteer Nurse and Chef.
Meals and housing included.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have both online art camps/workshops and in-person camps for our 2021 summer art program. Go to Our Camp Website Link: IchenArtAcademy.com for more information.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Becoming an Ichen Art Academy student means that you have the opportunity to learn from the best art school with a long proven record of success to develop your creativity, foundational skills and artistic talents that will propel you to reach your full potential.

Best Quality Art Program
Since its inception in 1997 (formerly known as Ichen Art Studio), Ichen Art Academy has been putting relentless focus on developing high-quality art programs, reflected through its students’ artworks and measured by its students’ achievements. Many of its art-major students have now gone on to renowned art colleges and most prestigious majors such as CalArt’s Character Animation, ArtCenter’s Entertainment Design and Rhode Island School of Design. Some art-major students from early years have found employments in high-tech companies such as Google, Facebook and Netflix. Similarly, its non-art-major students have been accepted by nation’s top universities such as Harvard, Stanford, Princeton and MIT with the help of submission of a strong supplemental art portfolio. By consistently winning large numbers of national level awards in art competitions, Ichen Art Academy students’ skill levels and artworks are among the best in every age group.

Systematic and Comprehensive K-12 Art Education
Ichen Art Academy offers systematic and comprehensive art education to K-12 students and adults. All of its instructors are highly accomplished artists with many years of teaching and industry experience. Currently the following programs are offered
(Click the respective link to view students' artworks from that age group):

--Children’s Creative Art (Ages 5 to 8)
--Chinese Painting and Calligraphy (Ages 8+)
--Drawing and Sketch Level 1-Basic (Ages 8 to 10) Level 1 (Ages 10-11), 2 and 3 (Ages 12+)
--Oil Painting and Watercolor (Ages 12+)
--Digital Art for Beginner (Ages 9+), Intermediate and Advanced Levels (Ages 12+)
--Cartoon, Manga and Character Design (Ages 11+)
--AP Art Prep (Ages 14+)

Art Consultation Service for College Applications
The art counselor team at Ichen Art Academy specializes in helping art-major students prepare strong college art portfolios and apply for top art colleges and majors in the US. The team is also responsible for helping non-art-major students develop robust supplemental art portfolios for applying top private universities.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We partner with Youth Art Foundation, a non-profit organization to help our students develop leadership and utilize their art talents and skills to make positive contributions to their communities.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Ichen Art Academy provides comprehensive and systematic art education for K-12 students on a yearly basis. Please check our curriculum webpage for a detailed description:

Our Camp Website Link: www.ichenartacademy.com

OTHER CAMP INFO: Oil Painting, watercolor, Portrait/Figure Drawing, Illustration, Chinese Painting, Drawing and Sketching, AP Art Boot Camp, Open Studio, Fashion Design, UI/UX Design, Architectural and Interior Design, Animation and Game Design, Digital Art, Creative Comic Books, Manga and Anime, Cartoon and Character Design, Perspective Drawing, Graphic Design, 3D Modeling and much more.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Art Camps for kids ages 5-9:
Our Camp Website Link: www.ichenartacademy.com

Digital Illustration Art Camp for ages 9+:
Our Camp Website Link: www.ichenartacademy.com

Summer Art Workshops for ages 11+:
Our Camp Website Link: www.ichenartacademy.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Bethaday Community Learning Space (BCLS), the home of TAF, is a LEED-Silver certified multipurpose building, located in beautiful Lakewood Park in the White Center Area. BCLS is surrounded by trees, a small lake and fabulous picnic areas.

We offer a multipurpose room with a full kitchen, four technology-filled classrooms for our youth (equipped with SMART boards, A/V systems, and laptops for student use), an academic support room and plenty of outdoor space. There is ample parking and the building is ADA compliant.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: TAF campers learn cool, cutting-edge STEM skills while engaging in fun, hands-on projects.

Each session will feature a field trip to a museum, research site, or learning space that relates to the focus of the week.

Each camp will also include a culminating event at which campers will show off their completed projects.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Volunteer CIT positions available for youth ages 16+. Please inquire.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Limited partial scholarships available for families in need.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: STEMbyTAF Lab is our after-school academic-enrichment program for students in middle school grades. STEMbyTAF Lab participants learn advanced technology that is relevant to STEM career paths, strengthen their academic and life skills, participate in STEM knowledge competitive events, and engage in early college readiness. See Our Camp Website Link: www.techaccess.org for more information.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Camp sessions offered include:
Robomania!
3...2...1...Play! (video game design)
Young Inventors
Backyard Biology
Experimental Structures (Architecture and Engineering)
You're Busted!: Forensic Science
Design A-Z
Arduino
Young Authors (e-books, writing and design)

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Each session is $225 per week. Extended care is available until 5pm for an additional $50 per week.

See Our Camp Website Link: camp.techaccess.org for current sessions schedule.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are always looking for experienced STEM instructors who are enthusiastic about hands-on, project based learning. Please email camps[AT]techaccess.org to inquire about open positions.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have two beautiful dance studios with floating wood/Marley covered dance floors and all amenities for dance and theatre arts training

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: This fun and energetic dance camp will work on dance technique, movement concepts, choreography, music concepts, dance history, nutrition, basic sewing skills, creating your own dance camp workbook, acting, drama and stage presence. Dance Theatre Northwest has received multiple awards for artistic excellence and community service. This comprehensive summer intensive will not only improve your dance technique with ballet, jazz and musical theatre classes but will also give you dancer tools for increasing your stage presentation, strength and flexibility with injury prevention, special skin care survival tips, dance history, nutrition, stage and professional make-up, dance art science, choreography, and music concepts.

Directed by Melanie Kirk-Stauffer, DTNW's Artistic Director, former professional dancer and TV fitness expert. Earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Dance from Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, New York; has numerous certifications in dance and fitness; is a former adjunct faculty member of Western Washington University and former part-time faculty member of Tacoma Community College. DTNW has received several awards of excellence from the City of University Place has become a city partner and was recognized for over 26 years of service to the community in a “Proclamation” by the City Council and Mayor in 2012. Awards and Honors... DTNW's solid foundation of professional artistic tradition and continued development as a positive force in the community and the arts draws regional and national attention and support.

DTNW was one of the few studios in the nation to be included in Dance Magazine's special supplement “Secrets of Successful Studios” in June of 2007. DTNW's Community Outreach projects have grown in popularity and scope each year, generating several positive media reports including, articles in University Place Life, Goodlife Northwest, Showcase, Dancer and Dance Magazines.

Various awards and honors bestowed on the school and company include the 1998 Margaret K. Williams Arts Award from Pierce County Arts Commission, a Cultural Diversity Award in 1999 from Access Broadway of New York, and by the BRAVO film and arts network. In addition to regional and national awards as a choreographer and director, Melanie Kirk-Stauffer has been the recipient of numerous schoalrships in dance including Joffrey and San Francisoc Ballet, Banff School of Fine Arts and Interlochen Arts Academy. She was honored locally In 2003, in A Celebration of Women--a travelling photo exhibit organized by Ruthann Reim (McCaffrey) as well as in the Mt Tahoma Alumni’s Hall of Fame..

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Dance Theatre Northwest offers year round performances and classes in Classical ballet, tap, jazz, musical theatre, aerobic dance exercise, stretch and conditioning.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
August Dates: August 1st thru August 4th with possible performing opportunity August 6th

Times: 10:00am - 3:00pm

Price: $200.00 additional 10% off if paid in full by July 10th

CAMP FACILITIES: 14 cabins, archery range, outdoor swimming pool, beautiful dining hall, neighbors Wallace Falls State Park, covered sports court, open-air chapel, program pavilion, sports fields.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: In addition to our classic resident camp experiential model, we also have a Missoula Children's Theater session, and several horse camps that run concurrent with our regular resident camp sessions. Our focus is on team-building activities and have a low-ropes course to facilitate groups' progress towards the goal of shared leadership. During the week, groups may choose to go on hikes at the state park, or on overnight camping trips in tents on the camp property.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership program.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Labor Day Family Camp.

OTHER CAMP INFO: We have other programs at Camp Huston throughout the year that may interest you and your family. Please visit our calendar of events page at Our Camp Website Link: huston.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Counselor Training ($225): June 26-July 5
Discovery Camp 1 ($435): July 7-13
Horse Camp 1 ($645): July 7-13
Missoula Children's Theater ($435): July 14-19
Discovery Camp 2 ($435): July 28-August 3
Horse Camp 2 ($645): July 28-August 3
Mini Camp ($270): August 5-8
International Odyssey: Discovery Camp 3 ($435): August 11-17
Buckaroo Camp ($645): August 11-17

Labor Day Family Camp (price varies depending on accommodation): August 30-September 2

For more information on summer camp sessions, please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: huston.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Our Camp Website Link: steveandkatescamp.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Our camp setting includes wooded grounds, a private playground and plenty of space for both indoor and outdoor fun.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Small group learning, under the skillful guidance of our professionally trained staff of Board Certified Behavior Analysts and Certified Behavior Technicians.

Each carefully chosen play activity offers opportunities for campers to learn and apply personally relevant skills, such as working together with others, managing big emotions effectively, self-advocating, sharing their ideas, and cooperating in a group.

-Sports will be general play and not specific.

-Board games and outdoor physical games will be available.

-Dance will be fun and not specific.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Please see our website for available scholarships and financial aid information.

Our Camp Website Link: mindsourcecenter.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
• Week 1: July 7 – July 11
• Week 2: July 14 – July 18
• Week 3: July 21 – July 25
• Week 4: July 28 – August 1
• Week 5: August 4 – August 8
• Week 6: August 11 – August 15
• Week 7: August 18 – August 22

Cost is $600 per week

Early Bird Special
Register now to receive $50 off per week—Hurry! The Early Bird discount ends April 25th, 2025

Other Discounts
Multi-Week registration. Register your child for two weeks and receive $50 off per week ($550) or for three or more weeks to receive $100 off ($500 per week).

Sibling discount. Your second child receives $50 off per week

CAMP FACILITIES: Students will take classes at the University of Washington and stay in the dorms with a roommate. There will be video game tournaments in the common room and activities to participate in both on and off campus.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our supportive and fun team is always on site to make sure we provide our students with a safe and fulfilling environment. Our student-staff ratio is 10:1 so we are sure to know our students on a personal basis.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer need-based financial aid. Please see our website for more information.

OTHER CAMP INFO: We believe in a holistic approach to learning and personal growth, and we provide much more than just the classroom experience.

Activities include:
Pike Place Scavenger Hunt
Museum of Pop Culture
Seattle Food Festival
Outdoor Laser Tag
iFly Indoor Skydiving
Lakeside BBQ
Video Game Tournaments
Arcade Party
Outdoor Games and Sports
Seattle Space Needle
Chihuly Garden and Glass
Pacific Science Center

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
University of Washington - Seattle

High School - July 14 - July 28

Middle School - July 14 - July 24

University of Southern California - Los Angeles

High School - June 23 - July 7

Middle School - June 23 - July 7

Progam Fees

High School - Day: $2,990 / Overnight $4,600

Middle School - Day: $2,290 / Overnight $3,500

CAMP FACILITIES: Campers and Staff live in canvas tipis, in units of 6-8 tipis, with three people per tipi. Third and fourth graders live in platform tents, with four people per tent. We have an open-air lodge for dining and all-camp events, and two shower houses, one for each side of camp. The bulk of our activities take place outdoors - on the Waterfront, in the Challenge Course, the Archery range, Craft Shop porch or out in the woods exploring our property.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our program is based on creating a community living and learning situation for camper units of the same age or grade. Campers learn to cooperate with and support other members of their peer group, while moving through our program areas as a unit. While we have several free-choice opportunities throughout the session, our campers learn and grow as individuals while working through activities and challenges as a unit.
All of our staff go through a two-week staff training together, preparing program areas, practicing safety procedures, working with equipment and attending important sessions covering topics from working with children to bullying and child-abuse prevention.

Each camper unit has two unit leaders who attend all activities with that unit and provide support for each camper while facilitating team building and group bonding. These unit leaders are in addition to our program teaching staff, allowing our staff:camper ratio to be at least 1:5. Units are schedule to participate in activities week by week, including drama, archery, nature, adobe oven, garden, high and low ropes course elements, canoeing, kayaking, sailing and an endless amount crafts activities.

In addition to our daily programs, all camper units go on overnight camping trips once per week, and beginning at age 13 participate in multi-day outcamp trips. These excursions include hiking, canoeing, kayaking, sailing and biking. There are many opportunities for campers of different ages to interact with each other, including all-camp activities in the evenings such as square dances, and special events days.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial Aid applicants submit a camper application and scholarship forms by Dec 31st of each year for the next summer. Awards are announced by March 1st. Approximately 20-25 families receive financial aid each year. Most awards cover a portion of tuition, and our focus for awards is geared towards families with an income of $50,000 or less. For more information please visit: Our Camp Website Link: norwester.org

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Explore Nor'wester (Family Camp) - Four-day program for families with at least one camper aged 6 and up. An introduction to our program for families to get a feel for what our full program is like. More info at: Our Camp Website Link: norwester.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website for this season's rates and dates at: Our Camp Website Link: norwester.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We hire 85-90 staff seasonally including Unit Counselor and Program area positions to support all of our activities. Each unit of campers will have two unit staff and at least four program staff living with them in their unit. The Nor'wester staff experience can be as unique and rewarding as the camper experience. Interested staff applicants may find more information on our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.norwester.org .

CAMP FACILITIES: We have a large, green campus in town with new dormitory with full kitchen and dining facilities. We are affiliated with the University of Washington Friday Harbor Laboratories, located on a 484-acre biological preserve.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Salish Sea Sciences: Field & Lab Science is a 26-day residential program in marine science and maritime ecology operated in conjunction with the University of Washington Friday Harbor Laboratories, the SeaDoc Society, the US National Parks Service, and Northwest Maritime Center. Activities include interactions with scientists, data-collection on the FH Labs' research vessel Centennial, a 5-day/4-night longboat voyage, and exposure to an array of research disciplines, projects, methodologies, and data sets in a variety of island habitats and lab settings. A typical day might include data collection with FH Labs or US National Parks investigators and lessons in scientific drawing and data analysis. Most evenings, contributing scientists and participants come together for conversation and presentations over a home-cooked dinner.

Starting this summer, Salish Seas Sciences will offer a 14-day scientific diving course designed specifically for high school divers who already have their recreational certification. Upon completion of all requirements, students will be certified as an American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS) Scientific Diver and can receive Verification of Training at their present and future institutions. Diving course students will reside with a cohort of Salish Sea Sciences students, investigators, and instructors participating in related programs.
cology & Conservation is an intensive two-week immersion into environmental science, marine ecology, and conservation operated in conjunction with the University of Washington Friday Harbor Laboratories, the SeaDoc Society, the US National Parks Service, Friends of the San Juans, SMU Consulting/University of St. Andrews, Kaigani Voyaging/Wayfinders, and the Whale Museum.

Ecology & Conservation is an intensive two-week immersion into environmental science, marine ecology, and conservation operated in conjunction with the University of Washington Friday Harbor Laboratories, the SeaDoc Society, the US National Parks Service, Friends of the San Juans, SMU Consulting/University of St. Andrews, Kaigani Voyaging/Wayfinders, and the Whale Museum.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Limited sponsorships may be available; please contact us to learn more.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): End of session picnic July 17th

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: A semester school is planned for Fall 2020. Please contact us to learn more about this exciting new opportunity for high school juniors. For more information, see Our Camp Website Link: salishseasciences.org.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Students may request a written evaluation, grade, and course description. Ask your high school how to get academic credit for marine field/lab research and leadership skills.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Field & Lab Science
June 21—July 17, $5,900
Our Camp Website Link: salishseasciences.org

The Acoustic Session
July 19—August 2, $3,900
Our Camp Website Link: salishseasciences.org

Scientific Diving
July 19—August 2, $3,900
Our Camp Website Link: salishseasciences.org

Additional fees may apply. Contact us to learn more.

CAMP FACILITIES: This great space includes a sound recording room, stage with lighting, lab area, and professional art display wall that really make visual projects pop.

Close to town while still just a short walk to The Locks and the natural areas, parks, and trails, this camp location offers such a wealth of summer fun and a unique backdrop for projects. Campers can opt to join a special Friday Rock Climbing Workshop at the indoor climbing gym.

CAMP FACILITIES: Two beautiful studios in University Place, WA with raised wood-dance step Marley floors, ballet, barres, free weights, balls, resistance and stretch equipment, mirrors, dressing areas and all amenities for personalized training

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: This comprehensive summer intensive will not only improve your dance technique with ballet, jazz and musical theatre classes but will also give you dancer tools for increasing your stage presentation, strength and flexibility with injury prevention, special skin care survival tips, dance history, nutrition, stage and professional make-up, dance art science, choreography, and music concepts.

Directed by Melanie Kirk-Stauffer, DTNW's Artistic Director, former professional dancer and TV fitness expert. Earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Dance from Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, New York; has numerous certifications in dance and fitness; is a former adjunct faculty member of Western Washington University and former part-time faculty member of Tacoma Community College. DTNW has received several awards of excellence from the City of University Place has become a city partner and was recognized for over 26 years of service to the community in a “Proclamation” by the City Council and Mayor in 2012. Awards and Honors... DTNW's solid foundation of professional artistic tradition and continued development as a positive force in the community and the arts draws regional and national attention and support.

DTNW was one of the few studios in the nation to be included in Dance Magazine's special supplement “Secrets of Successful Studios” in June of 2007. DTNW's Community Outreach projects have grown in popularity and scope each year, generating several positive media reports including, articles in University Place Life, Goodlife Northwest, Showcase, Dancer and Dance Magazines.

Various awards and honors bestowed on the school and company include the 1998 Margaret K. Williams Arts Award from Pierce County Arts Commission, a Cultural Diversity Award in 1999 from Access Broadway of New York, and by the BRAVO film and arts network. In addition to regional and national awards as a choreographer and director, Melanie Kirk-Stauffer has been the recipient of numerous schoalrships in dance including Joffrey and San Francisoc Ballet, Banff School of Fine Arts and Interlochen Arts Academy. She was honored locally In 2003, in A Celebration of Women--a travelling photo exhibit organized by Ruthann Reim (McCaffrey) as well as in the Mt Tahoma Alumni’s Hall of Fame.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: DTNW provides YEAR ROUND performances and training in classical ballet, tap, jazz, musical theater and dance fitness at the Dance Theatre Northwest studios at 2811 Bridgeport Way West Suite #24 and participates in several educational collaborations in the region.

OTHER CAMP INFO: For much more info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.DTNW.org.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
August 8th thru 11th $200 with 10% discount if paid in full by July 10th.

CAMP FACILITIES: Every Kids Science Labs center is designed to foster creativity and innovation through our inspiring locations.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our innovative curriculum undergoes constant tinkering at the hands of our full-time & passionate teachers as they engage children in our classes all year long. In our camps, we strive to help children retain their creative mindset and we believe the way we present science to them and hands-on projects are the perfect vehicle. This growth mindset will give your child a better understanding of science concepts and more importantly confidence in their ability to design and create. They leave with a reawakened curiosity and desire to learn. And we guarantee they will bring home more than a few projects that will amaze you.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website for detals.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Week 1: Global Voyagers (grades 1-3) July 11-15
Travel across the globe and explore cultures near and far! Create a mixed media map, weave a story in cloth, and construct a tale in clay.

Week 2: Earth Guardians (grades 1-3) July 18-22
Be a guardian for planet earth. Explore the natural world, create masterpieces with recycled materials, and paint the landscape en plein air.

Week 3: Inventive Builders (grades 1-3) July 25-29
Discover the world of design and architecture all around us! Create a city of the future, engineer a masterpiece inspired by past artistic inventions, and tell a story using graphics and designs.

Week 1: Let’s Paint (grades 3-6) July 11-15
Discover a world of painting and create your own masterpieces while exploring watercolor, tempera, acrylics, pastels, and more.

Create your own free standing sculptures while exploring sculpture and collage materials such as clay, wood, soap, paper, foam, metal, and stone. This camp includes a field trip to the Olympic Sculpture Park!

Week 3 Printmaking and Posters (grades 3-6) July 25-29
Roll up your selves and get printing. Using stamps, stencils, and screen printing, we will design posters, t-shirts, and other cool items!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: SAM believes in increasing accessibility to the arts for all and we offer a limited amount of scholarships each week. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis with first come, first served. Scholarships are need-based and will be available until all spots are filled. Access to a downloadable PDF of our application can be found here: Our Camp Website Link: www.seattleartmuseum.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Monday-Friday 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Afternoon Extended Care: $50/week or $12/day per child (available 3:30 - 5:30 PM Monday-Thursday)

JULY 11 – 15

Grades 1–3: Global Voyagers

Grades3–6: Let’s Paint

JULY 18 – 22

Grades 1–3: Earth Guardians

Grades3–6: Sculpt Away

JULY 25 – 29

Grades 1–3: Inventive Builders

Grades 3–6: Printmaking And Posters

Registration

Members: $415

Public: $435

CAMP FACILITIES: We have nice hotel venues as well as semi-private and private dorm rooms at the Nashville University location.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Guitar Workshop Plus is much more than just a guitar camp or summer music camp. We offer week long workshops in a musical environment at superb facilities. Our faculty members are professional musicians and instructors with extensive experience teaching in summer music programs, workshops, private settings, and post secondary institutions. Along with receiving visits from world famous guest artists, our top ranked summer music program allows students to participate in daily classes, clinics, ensemble and student performances, and evening concerts.

World famous guest artists such as Joe Satriani, Alex Lifeson (Rush), John Scofield, John Petrucci (Dream Theater), Robben Ford, Billy Sheehan, and many more teach and perform for our participants. Our top ranked summer music program allows students to participate in daily classes, clinics, ensemble and student performances, and evening concerts. Participants also take away a video of their live performances!!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships available.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2023 Winter Session Dates

Fort Lauderdale, Florida: February 23-26, 2023

2023 Summer Session Dates

San Diego Session: June 25-30, 2023
Nashville Session: July 9-14, 2023
Toronto Session: July 9-14, 2023
Seattle Session: July 16-21, 2023

Visit Our Camp Website Link: GuitarWorkshopPlus.com for more information.

CAMP FACILITIES: Alpengirl campers sleep in 3-4 person backpacking style tents, we practice outdoor living, cooking, and Leave No Trace skills. A majority of our campsites have bathroom and running water and are located in gorgeous wilderness settings in mountains, next to fresh water streams, and by pristine lakes.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Alpengirl Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has a staff to camper ratio of 1:4 or 1:6. Our camp is highly supervised with small groups of 12 girls led by 2-3 adult female role model Alpenguides. Alpenguides are all 21+ and hold certifications in Wilderness First Aid and CPR.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: American Camp Association Camperships

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Mother-Daughter Olympic Adventure

OTHER CAMP INFO: Alpengirl is a multi-adventure camp, we offer a variety of adventure activities in each session. We also practice daily yoga and enjoy cooking and eating delicious, healthy camp food. Campers are involved in all aspects of camp life including acting as leader of the day, setting up tents, cooking on camp stoves, following hiking maps, leading fun activities with the group and being part of a close-knit team.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Girls age 11-12 this summer can choose a 1-week camp in Montana (near Bozeman, MT) or Washington State (near Seattle, WA).

Girls age 12-14 in middle school can choose (or combine) 1- to 2-week camp sessions in Montana, Idaho and Wyoming, in Washington State, or Maine.

Girls age 14-16 in high school can choose a 2-week camp in Montana, Idaho and Wyoming, in Washington State, or Maine, as well as a brand new Iceland itinerary for 15-17 year olds!

Please Visit Alpengirl Website for Complete List of Trips: Our Camp Website Link: www.alpengirlcamp.com

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Our camp is only as wonderful as our leaders - and our Alpenguides are pretty great! Alpenguides are enthusiastic, inspirational, intrepid outdoor people who are dedicated to creating meaningful and fun opportunities for each and every Alpengirl participant.

We are seeking trustworthy, fun-loving individuals who model the Alpengirl values of adventure and inclusivity, and are passionate about sharing the outdoors with our awesome campers!

Love backpacking? Want to be a mentor and role model? Know how to bring the FUN?

Read the Alpenguide Job Description and apply this fall!

Website: Our Camp Website Link: www.alpengirlcamp.com

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid is available! Please see our website for more information: Our Camp Website Link: steveandkatescamp.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For camp session and fees info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: steveandkatescamp.com.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
For summer job info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: steveandkatescamp.com.