Best Texas Performing Arts Camps Summer 2026 Directory

CAMP FACILITIES: Six tennis courts (three lighted), six baseball diamonds, two soccer fields, two horseback arenas (one for rodeo, one for English jumping), regulation sized gymnasium with hardwood floor. Cabins are screened with ceiling fans and indoor plumbing. Dining hall feeds entire camp in one sitting. Golf driving range and putting greens, more than a mile of pristine Guadalupe River, both banks. 500+ acre property with expansive room for climbing, camping, and hiking.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Boys are guided through more than 60 activities which are instruction-oriented with excitement and accomplishment in mind. Activities include: archery, arts and crafts, baseball, basketball, canoeing, campcraft, fencing, football, gaga, golf, hiking, horseback (English and western), kickball, pickleball, polocrosse, riflery, soccer, sports, tennis, swimming, ceramics, leather work, climbing wall, pedal carts and so much more!

Stewart builds on intangibles�self-confidence, teamwork, leadership, individual identity, meeting challenges. Stewart has a unique Advancement Trail to reward incentive and individual accomplishment. Senior campers choose a �major�: ranchman, outdoorsman, sportsman, or campmaster, and specialize in that aspect of camp.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership program.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family camp.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Owned and operated for more than 45 years by the Ragsdale Family, Camp Stewart boasts quality, traditional camping while offering home-cooked cuisine and outstanding facilities.
Visit our website or feel free to call or email us for more information.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2013 Dates and Tuition

Open House tours Saturday, March 23, 2013

Triple S Retreats
Father-Son at Stewart May 2-5, 2013
Mother-Daughter at Heart O' the Hills (sister camp) May 2-5, 2013
Father-Son at Stewart Aug. 30-Sept. 2, 2013
Mother-Daughter at Heart O' the Hills (sister camp) Aug. 30-Sept. 2, 2013
Mother-Son at Stewart Sept. 6-8, 2013

First Term (ages 6-16)
Friday, June 7�Wednesday, July 3, $4,590 ($4,430)*
Split 1A Friday, June 7�Thursday, June 20, $2,550 ($2,460)*
Split 1B Friday, June 21� Wednesday, July 3, $2,550 ($2,460)*

Second Term (ages 6-16)
Monday, July 8�Saturday, Aug. 3, $4,590 ($4,430)*
Split 2A Monday, July 8�Saturday, July 20, $2,550 ($2,460)*
Split 2B Sunday, July 21�Saturday, Aug. 3, $2,550 ($2,460)*

Summer Term (ages 6-16) $8,720 ($8,400)*
Friday, June 7�Saturday, Aug. 3

*Amount in parenthesis is discount for payment by check; other discounts may apply

CAMP FACILITIES: We have access to all university stages and rehearsal halls and studios as well as the university pool.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: CAP Intensive faculty is made up of theater professionals, Broadway veterans and university faculty from some of the top college musical theatre programs in Texas and the mid-west. For a look at college faculty and guest artists visit Our Camp Website Link: www.collegeauditionprepweekend.com.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Associate CAP Intensive Director and Professor Becky Fredrickson will lead a session especially designed for parents to help them understand the ins and outs of the complicated college audition/application process. CPA & Certified Financial Planner Doug Bryan will present a seminar for parents on financial planning for college education. Both these are free to parents with their student's registration and are highly informative.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Over eight years, we have assisted students prepare for college auditions and seen dozens of camp alumni accepted to such prestigious programs as NYU Tisch, Pace, Belmont, CCM, Rider, Michigan, Oklahoma University, Oklahoma City University, Texas State U., Texas Tech, TCU, UT Arlington, Sam Houston State U., Samford U., University of Central Oklahoma, Abilene Christian U., and many more.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
$3,500 includes all room/board for both weeks, as well as all activities and events. During camp, students will create their video pre-screens, headshots, work on song & monologue selection, resumes and application essays. CAP Intensive students will also perform in a showcase for guest artists Ken Davenport & Rachel Hoffman which will include a Q&A session. Registration online through the College Audition Prep Weekend website (www.collegeauditionprepweekend.com) Space is limited.

CAMP FACILITIES: Natural stone cabins, swimming pool, newly resurfaced tennis courts, baseball/softball field, soccer and football field, dining hall, 2 large gyms, acres of Guadalupe river-front, rustic amphitheater and outdoor chapel.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our summer camps Rio Vista for boys and Sierra Vista for girls offer over 40 exciting and challenging activities that campers choose from. Every camper gets to choose 8 or 9 activities depending on the term that make up their personalized schedule. This allows each camper to focus on the activities and skills he/she is most interested in developing. Horseback Riding and Swimming classes are assigned according to skill level and some sports are also divided by age and skill level. We want campers to learn skills, and have fun in a safe supervised environment while interacting with other campers and staff. Classes are approximately one hour and campers will participate in two or three activities in the mornings depending on the term and two in the afternoons, alternating four or five on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and another four or five on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our 17 year olds who are too old to be a camper but not yet counselor age have the opportunity to join the C.I.T. Program where they will learn leadership skills, teaching ideas, and have a great time transitioning into counselors.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We have two Family Weekends every April and would love for you to come! Activities include Ropes and Rappelling, Canoe/Kayak, Team Sports, Camp Fires, Vespers, Team Building Games, and much more.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our 2018 Camping days run from June 3rd to July 28th, with several term options. Please visit our website for details and pricing at: Our Camp Website Link: www.vistacamps.com

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Vista Camps is seeking a select group of college-age men and women who are looking to make a positive impact in a child’s life. We want counselors who are high energy, creative people who love children and will provide excellent instruction and leadership.

If you are ready for an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling job this summer, and you want to help kids venture out and experience new adventures, look no further than Vista Camps. We offer a competitive counselor salary and have a high number of returning counselors each year.

Would you like to contact us directly?

Give us a call at 830-367-5353 or Email us at: Beth Rumbo, Sierra Vista Director – bethr[AT]vistacamps.com OR Nathan Henry, Rio Vista Director – nathanh[AT]vistacamps.com.

CAMP FACILITIES: Participate and hone your trumpet skills in workshops, clinics, master classes and ensemble playing. Students are treated at the end of each day with a recital by the faculty. An final trumpet extravaganza will end the camp with everyone performing.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Darryl Bayer, camp director is the Artistic Director of The Woodlands Symphony and principal trumpet of the Texas Brass. Our goal is to give trumpet players the experience needed to make wise choices whenever they pick up the horn to play.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Tuesday June 18 and Wednesday June 19 from 9AM to 5PM. $100 includes lunch both days. Learn more about the instructors, link to sign up and free trumpet tips:
Our Camp Website Link: www.facebook.com

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Ages 4-8, Students will be split into skill-based groups. Dancers will learn the basics of ballet, study different ballet tales containing fairies, eat healthy snacks provided by Tapestry and experiment with creativity as they design a final day performance.Please send your student with a healthy lunch. Students should wear a leotard and tights or some sort of comfortable, easy to move in dance wear with ballet shoes. You must fill out a registration form on your first day of camp.

Camp is Monday-Friday, August 4-8, from 9:00 AM-4:00 PM.

Instructors: Frances Mohler & Mandy Touchet

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Please contact the office for a stipend application.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have use of a classroom and spacious motor room with a stage. We have access to a playground for recess.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Joshua’s Stage is the premiere enrichment program for individuals with a wide range of special needs, featuring after-school programs, camps, workshops, and more including activities in theater arts, arts and crafts, dance, music, photography, and create-a-story. Participants enrolled in programs at Joshua’s Stage have the opportunity to demonstrate their creativity, increase their self-confidence, and build their social skills in a warm and welcoming environment. Typical developing individuals are encouraged to participate in our programs. All staff and volunteers pass a background check. Our ratios are one instructor for every three participants.

The Creative Outlet Method is the process used to enhance every participant’s unique abilities while providing them with the opportunity to demonstrate their creativity, increase their self-confidence, and build their social skills.

The HIPPP Rules and the A+ Audience Type are positive behavior supports that our Founder and Executive Director, Joshua Levy, created to help the conductor of the activities manage the participants’ behaviors.

While many of the activities that Joshua’s Stage conducts are common to theater arts and improv enrichment programs, camps, and schools, embedding the Creative Outlet Method in each activity is the ultimate gateway for Joshua’s Stage to meet your child’s needs.

To foster and maintain a warm and welcoming environment for everyone, caring and qualified staff and volunteers are trained to follow these 10 components:

1) Implementers and Recipients
2) CUPSS (Create, Unique, Positive, Support, Success)
3) SOfTS (Serving Others for Tremendous Success)
4) RAE of Sunshine Approach (Reflect. Engage. Analyze. Sunshine.)
5) The Five Cs (Compassionate, Confident, Creative, Curioisty, Communication)
6) HIPPP Rules (Hey, Hey What?!, I Am Making Good Decisions, Positive Words, Positive Actions, Participation)
7) Audience Types (A+ Audience, B Audience, Funky Fools)
Activity Plans
8) Celebrate Success
9) Activity Plans
10) The Creative Outlet Method Cycle: Each component is defined by what it does and why and how you should use it.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial assistance is available.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Every Friday is Showcase Friday! Participants perform in an original play and more for their families and friends.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Joshua's Stage conducts 9-weeks Theater Arts & More! Programs on the weekends. Our Camp Website Link: joshuasstage.org
Joshua's Stage also conducts Individual Enrichment Programs. Our Camp Website Link: joshuasstage.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our Camp Website Link: joshuasstage.jumbula.com

CAMP FACILITIES: We have access to all university stage & performance venues, rehearsal and practice studios.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: A jam-packed four day weekend where students learn how to navigate the complex and highly competitive college audition/application process which includes:
● Master classes conducted by select college faculty members and guest artists.
● Mock dance calls and mock auditions featuring one-on-one feedback from college faculty
● Program overview presentations from each of the attending universities
● Meet & Greet networking sessions where students can get to know college faculty members
● Sessions for parents- TWU Professor Dr. Rebecca Fredrickson, shares nuts and bolts information on the audition/application process with students and parents from a parent perspective.
● Financial Planning- Doug Bryan who for the past ten years, has been showing families how to pay wholesale instead of retail for college…regardless of income.

Many of the faculty members have long and storied Broadway & professional performing, directing and educational careers. Students will work on their audition skills in master classes with amazing guest artists including:

● Ronald Dean Nolen, head of Texas Tech University Musical Theatre program
● Robert Westerberg, Broadway veteran and head of Missouri State University Musical Theatre program
● Penny Ann Maas, Broadway veteran & head of Texas Christian University Musical Theatre program
● Dave Clemmons, Broadway veteran actor & casting director & college audition prep coach
● David Gaschen, Broadway and international Phantom of the Opera star

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): ● Program overview presentations from each of the attending universities
● Meet & Greet networking sessions where students can get to know college faculty members
● Sessions for parents- TWU Professor Dr. Rebecca Fredrickson, shares nuts and bolts information on the audition/application process with students and parents from a parent perspective.
● Financial Planning- Doug Bryan who for the past ten years, has been showing families how to pay wholesale instead of retail for college…regardless of income.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Tracy Jordan, Executive Director for College Audition Prep Weekend:
“Students and parents, here’s your opportunity to build relationships with colleges you are interested in attending. Students, you have the opportunity to work one-on-one with these faculty members to improve your performance skills.”

Dave Clemmons, Broadway veteran & College Audition Coach:
“College Audition Prep Weekend and Intensive is giving these students the actual tools they need, the knowledge they need, the information they need to go in and nail the audition and convince the school they need to be there.”

Kaitlin Hopkins, Head of Musical Theatre program, Texas State University:
“That was a great experience! It prepares the students for their college auditions on so many levels.”

Jenny Phagan, Director of the Academy of Acting and Musical Theatre:
"No one knows more about high school theatre than Tracy. His passion to see young actors succeed is only outmatched by his expertise in training them to do so. We would highly recommend Tracy's College Audition Prep Weekend to any actor serious enough to take their talents to the next level of collegiate theatre."

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Tuition: $500
Aug. 6-9
To register or for more information visit :www.collegeauditionprepweekend.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Check out our facilities and accommodations by going to Our Camp Website Link: loneoakretreat.com

Lone Oak Ranch is home to Camp Kiowa

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: In the Fall of 2003, Daryl Gelender and Jill Stolbach, both Dallas residents and former Greenhill private school teachers, dreamed of a place children could learn through an elaborate enrichment program taught by professionals in a summer camp environment. It was from this dream that Camp Kiowa brought its first campers to Texas Woman’s University in Denton during the summer of 2004.

In 2005, Brian and Jennifer Manhart purchased Camp Kiowa in an effort to maintain the high-quality enrichment program already in place, and to incorporate all the benefits of a traditional camp experience. After 2 years of continual growth on the university campus, Brian and Jennifer decided to offer an additional enrichment experience in a more traditional camp environment. The university experience many campers have known as Camp Kiowa evolved into Kiowa U. Many campers, in search of a more traditional style of overnight camp, but looking for the depth only found in an enrichment program, enjoyed the experience known as Adventure Kiowa.

In 2009, The Manhart family purchased the future home of Camp Kiowa(Lone Oak Ranch). They understood the value of joining both Kiowa U and Adventure Kiowa into one experience… Camp Kiowa at Lone Oak Ranch. This program offers the best of both worlds… traditional overnight camp, educational programs, relational activities, fun evening programs and genuine friendships! The Manharts also understood the benefit of living year-round on the property with other team leaders that could focus on quality programming in a very safe environment. The group has been extremely successful with “off-season” events and is now equipped to produce only the best summer camp experience with Camp Kiowa.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Looking for an exciting, resume building, opportunity? Come join Camp Kiowa at Lone Oak Ranch for two weeks this summer!! Students entering their Junior year can apply We have opening the two terms: July 5- July 19 OR July 26- August 9. We are primarily looking for girls, as most (not all) of our male slots have been taken. This is a wonderful opportunity to stretch some wings, discover and be challenge.

Ranch Hands/ Work Crew- This program is designed for campers who are entering their junior year of high school looking for an opportunity to serve, learn, train to be a counselor, and ultimately have the best summer ever. You will be in a cabin with other ranch hands/ work crew your age and gender. You will interact with campers at meal times, evening programs, and some activities. Your primary responsibility will be to serve camp and plan for the day-to-day activities. You will be held to the same high standards as our staff members and asked to have a selfless approach to all projects. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to, meal times set up and clean up, evening program set up and tear down, trash runs, activity setup, etc. This position is unpaid. Spots are limited and only the best will be selected!
Contact Carissa Tenorio (Assistant Director) for more information!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships available for those who need!
Please see our scholarships link on our parents page.
www.campkiowa.com/parents

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 28- July 4
July 5- 11
July 12- 18
July 19-25
July 26- August 1
August 2-8

$829/ week
$1560/ 2 weeks

Discounts:
Sibling: $50
Bring a Friend: $100

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: SMC is designed for singers and modern rock band instrumentalists. Our vocalist track will teach students proper breathing and singing techniques, using chorale, show tunes, and a cappella pieces. Our rock band track is created specifically to challenge singers and students on drums, piano/keys, ukulele, bass, acoustic, and electric guitar players.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We are passionate about serving our community, so we created scholarships for any families who might need one. Or two. Please register for Summer Music Camp to receive a link for our scholarship application.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Funkytown Music Academy offers you the chance to work with exceptional teachers to become the musician you are meant to be. From beginners to advanced students, you can learn to play the piano, violin, guitar, and to sing and enjoy each step of the way.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Summer Music Camp is $149 per student. Scholarships for deserving students are available. See Our Camp Website Link: www.funkytownmusicfw.com for details.

CAMP FACILITIES: Camps take place in a working 165 seat theater located in the North Dallas area.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: June: Cinderella Camps
3 Week teen camp: June 6-24, M-F 10:00-3:30 (see web site for time details). Tuition: $525
One week camps for ages 7-11: June 13-17 or June June 20-24. M-F 10:00-12:30. Tuition: $250.

July Beauty & the Beast Camps
3 Week teen camp: July 11-29, M-F 10:00-3:30 (see web site for time details). Tuition: $525.
One week Camps for ages 7-11: July 18-22 or July 25-25 M-F 10:00-12:30. Tuition: $250.

Camps culminate in Saturday performances at the theater.
Professional instruction. Tuition includes instruction, materials and costumes. Tickets sold separately. No bulk tickets to buy.
$35 annual membership fee required. Teacher/student ratio 1/15.

* Voted best theater classes for you-Dallas Morning News
* Nickelodeon Parents' Pick
* Best director in Dallas 2020- The Dallas Observer
* Celebrating 36 years of quality theater arts and arts education.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For more details visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.rcttheatre.com

CAMP FACILITIES: All of our facilities are brand new, purpose designed, barrier free facilities including a huge dining hall, theater quality stage (with dressing rooms), challenge course, horse arena, gymnasium, pool, lazy river, and much more!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Morgan's Wonderland Camp is designed to allow campers of all ages and abilities the opportunity to participate in camp activities. Many of our campers have never had the opportunity to go to camp due to special needs and MWC breaks down those barriers allowing them the full camp experience.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: All of our staff receive professional development from our full-time leadership staff that they can use for a lifetime regardless of their career path.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Morgan's Wonderland Camp hosts week long partner camps during the summer as well as weekend camps and retreats throughout the year.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Fresh Air. Majestic Views. Smiling Faces. Phenomenal Experiences. These things and more await you at Morgan’s Wonderland Camp(MWC). Located in San Antonio, TX, Morgan's Wonderland Camp is a brand new, ultra-accessible™ camp for all ages and abilities, with a special emphasis on giving people with physical and cognitive challenges an opportunity to enjoy summer-camp-type activities alongside guests without special needs. If this gets your creative juices flowing and/or made you crack a hint of a smile, this may be the job for you. MWC is currently looking for fun, adventurous people to serve as Summer Program Staff from May to August of 2021. For more information and to apply, visit Our Camp Website Link: www.morganswonderlandcamp.com.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 6 cabins, 20 motel rooms, pool, lots of recreation, two bodies of water, lots of meeting rooms, both indoor and outdoor.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Eco Camp (Ages 8-12) Environmental camp for younger campers.

Adventure Camp (Ages 12-16) Survival camp that includes cooking over camp fires and survival skills.

M.A.D. (Music, Art, & Drama) Camp (Ages 12-16)

S.A.L.T. (Service And Leadership Training, Ages 15-16)

Two Week Internship (Ages 16-17) Interested in getting a taste in being a staff member? This is the camp.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: SALT (Service and Leadership Training) campers will have the opportunity to serve the greater camp community while learning ways to engage others in team building initiatives, problem solving, communication and servant-hood. Putting leadership skills into actions, SALT campers will be partially responsible for the mini-campers and will help with the daily ministry operations of the camp. High ropes, including the zip-line and power pole as well as mountain biking, along with other traditional camp activities round out the week of fun and spiritual growth as a SALT participant.

Gilmont Interns participate in a two week camp experience. The first week, they participate with the SALT program and the second week they serve more in an assistant counselor role. If participant is 16 years old the first day of camp, they must have gone through the SALT program. Interns learn teaching techniques; go through discussions in delivery of low ropes course initiatives; help plan and deliver vesper services with guidance from the Spiritual Adviser; plan and teach with one other intern and program staff activities in the second week; take part in and understand all specialty camps; and, discover the fun and responsibilities of becoming a counselor.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Full Week of Camp $575

* Great Gluten Escape $575
* Minicamp ½ Week, Cost of Camp: $367
* Two Week Internship $236

What other financial assistance is available?
Families with Multiple Campers - $585 for first child, $385 for each additional child.

Payment Plans and Flexibility - Register now and make automatic or voluntary monthly payments toward camp as low as $50 per month. It is no problem to switch weeks later if needed.

Camperships - Camperships (camp scholarships) are still available for families needing additional assistance – applications available through the Gilmont office, due May 1, 2016.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Circle of Friends Camp is for children with developmental disabilities and their families. Because of the generosity of others, it is a free weekend to all who attend. Look around this site to see what all goes on during Circle of Friends. For complete info please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.gilmont.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session 1- June 19-25
Discovery Camp #1 Ages 7-10 $575
Explorer Camp #1 Ages 11-14 $575
S.A.L.T. Camp #1 Ages 15-16 $585

Session 2- June 26-July 2
Discovery Camp #2 Ages 7-10 $575
Explorer Camp #2 Ages 11-14 $575
Adventure Camp Ages 12-16 $585

Session 3- July 3-9
Discovery Camp #3 Ages 7-10 $575
Explorer Camp #3 Ages 11-14 $575
S.A.L.T. Camp #2 Ages 15-16 $585
M.A.D. Camp Ages 12-16 $585

Session 4- July 10-16
Discovery Camp #4 Ages 7-10 $575
Explorer Camp #4 Ages 11-14 $575
Eco Camp Ages 8-12 $585

Great Gluten Escape July 24-30

MINI CAMP DATES (AGES 6-8)
Mini Camp #1: June 22-25, 2016 $367
Mini Camp #2: July 6-9, 2016 $367

SUMMER CAMP INTERNSHIP (AGES 16-17)
Internship #1: June 19-July 2 $236
Internship #2: July 3-16 $236

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Gilmont’s Summer Staff consists of students between the ages of 18 and 25. They are young adult role models that serve as the backbone for our summer. They care for the campers 24/7, facilitate recreation, participate in Bible study... and ... let's just say they do pretty much everything that needs to happen to make camp run and be fun.

For any questions please feel free to call us at (903)797-6400 or apply today at Our Camp Website Link: www.gilmont.org.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: LIT or Leader in Training and
CIT or Counselor in Training.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships available through Open Doors Scholarship Program.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camp, August 29-31

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Custom Retreats, Girl & Boy Scout Weekends, Church / School / Family Groups, 4H Partnerships, etc.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: THE LOWDOWN: Each camp is uniquely themed A strongly creative foundation to exploring music Good balance of work and play An enthusiastic and skilled faculty Suzuki rooted pedago

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp #1 18th - 29th June 2018
Camp #2 9th - 20th July 2018

Both Camps run Monday to Friday, 9am - 4pm each day.

$650 per camp

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The SPI Mission: In 1996, our programs were founded by language educators to offer students an authentic homestay immersion experience coupled with a cross-cultural leadership and community service component. With SPI programs, students develop global perspectives and leadership skills that give them a competitive advantage in college admissions and future endeavors.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: All SPI Study Abroad programs include a leadership enrichment or community service component. Through engaging group discussions, team building excursions and community service projects, students foster personal growth and leadership skills.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: SPI offers one full scholarship for our Costa Rica program, as well as two partial scholarships for our European programs. Apply online today: Our Camp Website Link: www.spiabroad.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
A full list of SPI Study Abroad program locations and tuition fees can be viewed here: Our Camp Website Link: www.spiabroad.com

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: This one week camp will focus on ballet class, ballet vocabulary, music, health, nutrition & crafts. A snack will be provided each day.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 15-19, 2013
9:00 AM -11:00 AM
$125.00

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Cultural Dance and Art Camp:
Join us for a a 4-day after school pre-summer camp exploring movement and creativity. See how similar, and how different dance is around the world by exploring world cultures through art and dance.

Dance Discoveries - Stories, Music & Magic of the Ballet:
Dance Discoveries is designed to give children the opportunity to explore dance and related art forms. Through music, story, dance, and the visual arts, children will discover, create, and have fun. This summer's Dance Discoveries theme will be Stories, Music & Magic of the Ballet. Children will learn about some of the favorite ballets that have a story around magic and magical fun. Classical ballets such as Cinderella, Coppelia, Swan Lake and more. Art, dance and creative learning will be a part of each day.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Cultural Dance and Art Camp:
Tuesday-Friday, May 26 - 29, 2015 - 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Cost: $175

Dance Discoveries - Stories, Music & Magic of the Ballet:
August 10-14, 2015 - 8:30 -12:00 pm (Friday's informal viewing for parents begins at 11:30am)
Cost: $250

CAMP FACILITIES: When "The Heart" was first built, it was a resort hotel, so all our "tepees" have central air-conditioning. Campers under 12 live in the original hotel, 4-5 girls per room with a counselor, indoor plumbing. Older girls live in dormitory-style "tepees" with 10-12 girls and 2-3 counselors per room, indoor plumbing. All bunk beds are twin size.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Heart O' the Hills has been a summer camp for girls since 1953. Director Jane Ragsdale was a camper herself who always wanted to run a camp. She became program director when she was 21, and after 12 summers in that role, became director. 2015 was her 50th consecutive summer to be at camp in some capacity.

We offer two- and four-week sessions. All campers are asked to take Red Cross swim lessons, field sports and horseback riding. There is a list of some 50 electives that campers can choose from to round out their schedules, so there is something for everyone--from the most athletic to the most creative. The emphasis is on learning new skills in a fun environment.

New campers draw from a hat to determine tribe affiliation. The friendly competitive spirit of the tribes are infectious!

Campers leave their electronics at home and learn to live and relate to each other the old fashioned way.

Counselors arrive a minimum of one week before campers to take skills certification courses and learn all about how The Heart operates.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Heart LITes are too old to be campers but haven't had a year of college, so don't qualify to be counselors. They may apply to come as volunteers.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S):
Triple S Retreats: Mother-Daughter at Heart
April 28-May 1, 2016
Sept. 2-5, 2016

Open House tours at The Heart
Saturday, March 19, 2016

OTHER CAMP INFO: Please see more details on our website, or feel free to call or email us. We're friendly!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2016 DATES
First Term (ages 6-16)
Sunday, June 5—Saturday, July 2, $4,925*
Split 1A Sunday, June 5—Saturday, June 18, $2,800*
Split 1B Sunday, June 19—Saturday, July 2, $2,800 *
Second Term (ages 6-16)
Saturday, July 9—Friday, Aug. 5, $4,925*
Split 2A Saturday, July 9—Friday, July 22, $2,800*
Split 2B Saturday, July 23—Friday, Aug. 5, $2,800*
June + July Terms (ages 6-16) Sunday, June 5—Friday, Aug. 5 (campers go with families on break July 2-8), $9,260*
*discounts may apply

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We hire role model counselors, energetic and fun young women who can organize and teach skills to campers. Also limited openings for support staff: horseback, office, maintenance, kitchen.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: This year we will again bring guest faculty from around the country to work with dancers in the disciplines of Ballet, Modern Dance, Musical Theatre and Classical Jazz.

The workshop will be held July 1-26 and is available to dancers ages 8 and up.

Workshop times: 9:00 AM to 1:30* PM
*depending on class level

Each week dancers will study classical ballet and one other discipline.

We will accept a TOTAL of 40 dancers for the entire program so as not to over-crowd our classes. It is very important to me that the dancers receive as much attention as possible.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 1-26, 2013

Full 4-week program $1000.00
By the week: $300/week

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 6 functioning studios with professional sound systems & sprung floors.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO:

Ages 8-18, students will be split into skill-based groups

Master Instructors: Grace Holmes, Acia Gray, Erica Gionfriddo, Ellen Bartel

Students will have daily ballet and modern technique, partnering, pilates, character and tap. Students will prepare a final day performance for Friday, June 20 at 3:00 PM.

$360/week

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Tapestry is a 501c3 Non-Profit. If any family is in need of financial aid, please contact the office for a stipend application.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Tapestry is a year round non-competitive dance academy for youth & adult students. Our professional adult Tap program is the only full-time tap dance company in North America.

CAMP FACILITIES: Suite-style accommodations with double occupancy bedrooms are provided at the camp's dorm.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Youth Adventure Program (YAP) is a series of one week courses designed to encourage career exploration in the fields of interest to gifted and talented students. YAP is held on the College Station campus of Texas A&M University, and courses are taught by university professors and other professionals. During the late afternoon and evening hours, students will participate in social and recreation activities that may include a pool party, a night at the movies, an "Amazing Race" or Picture Scavenger Hunt team activity, and our heralded "Wacky Olympics" competition.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Contact the YAP Office to request information regarding scholarships or financial aid.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
YAP TAMU: Sunday, June 16 - Friday, June 21 (For rising 12th graders only) Cost: $1099

YAP A: Sunday, June 16 - Friday, June 21 (For students entering grades 6-9 in the fall of 2019) Cost: $1099

YAP B: Sunday, June 23 - Saturday, June 29 (For students entering grades 8-11 in the fall of 2019) Cost: $1249

YAP COSTA RICA: Saturday, June 29 - Saturday, July 6 (For students entering grades 9-12 in the fall of 2019) Cost:$2419

YAP X: Sunday, July 14 - Friday, July 19 (For students entering grades 8-11 in the fall of 2018) Cost: $1099

YAP Y: Sunday, July 21 - Saturday, July 27 (For students entering grades 9-12 in the fall of 2019) Cost: $1249

For more information, visit our website.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our Music Director for the camp will be our Children's Choir Director at Trinity, Anne Marie Harmon. Anne Marie currently is music/fine arts teacher at Moore Elementary School in Arlington and is also an associate director of the Arlington Children's Chorus. We are blessed to have her leading our camp, and we expect great things from the kids as she leads this week.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Music Camp June 10 - June 14 from 9:00am - 3:00pm with a Friday performance at 7:00pm and Sunday performances at our 8:30am and 11:00am services.

For more information about Music Camp, please click on the following link. Our Camp Website Link: trinityarl.org

CAMP FACILITIES: Beautiful conference centers of various sizes, great aquatics area, plenty of room to play any sport of your choice.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Retreats for businesses, summer camps for Christians, camps for youth, family camping, and much more.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership/CIT

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camp

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
See website for details on upcoming schedules.

CAMP FACILITIES: Band Aid School of Music offers practice rooms, stages and even a recording studio for campers to excel in their chosen camp.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Band Aid School of Music is Austin's #1 source for music lessons, holding more awards than any other music school in Austin.

Rock Band Camps ( Beginner & Advanced)
Little Rock Stars Camp ( Drums, Vocal, Piano and Guitar)
Legends Camps (Voice & Guitar)
Improv & Music Video Camp

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We don't just offer summer camps, we have lessons year-round in-person and via Zoom.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Rock Band Camps ( Beginner & Advanced)
Get the full rock band experience for children of all skill levels! Campers will learn to work as a team, hone their musicianship, write songs, play a show at STUBB’S (COVID permitting), and record a song in our recording studio.
Beginners: Ages 8-12 – 9:30 – 12:30 – 10 days for $599
Advanced: Ages 11-18 – 1:00 – 5:00 – 10 days for $599
Session 1: June 13-24
Session 2: July 11-22
Little Rock Stars Camp ( Drums, Vocal, Piano and Guitar)
The Little Rock Stars camps are a wonderful way to introduce your little one to playing music through learning drums, voice, guitar or piano. The camps start simple and help to develop a good foundation in the fundamentals of music performance and are a comfortable way for children to have fun with learning rhythms, scales, melodies and exploring an instrument in a supportive environment. Those who excel in these camps are good candidates for further study and rock band camp.
Drums- Ages 4-10 – 9:30 – 12:30 – 5 days for $275
Vocal- Ages 5-10 – 9:30 – 12:30 – 5 days for $275
Piano- Ages 4-10 – 9:30 – 12:30 – 5 days for $275
Guitar- Ages 6-10 – 9:30 – 12:30 – 5 days for $275
Session 1: June 6-10
Session 2: June 13-17
Session 3: June 20-24
Session 4: June 27- July 1
Session 5: July 11-15
Session 6: July 18-22
Session 7: July 25-29
Session 8: August 1-5
Session 9: August 8-12
Session 10: August 15-19

Legends Camps (Voice & Guitar)
Legends of Voice Camp is for intermediate and advanced vocalists who are interested in taking a closer look at the best of the best voices of the past and present.
Legends of Guitar Camp is for intermediate and advanced guitarists who want to dive deeper into the history of the instrument and its most influential players!

Ages 11-18 – 9:30 – 12:30 – 5 days for $305

Ages 11-18 – 9:30 – 12:30 – 10 days for $599

1 Week Camps:
Session 1: June 13-17
Session 2: June 11-15
Session 3: August 1-5
2 Week Camps:
Session 1: June 13-24
Session 2: July 11-22
Session 3: August 1-12

Improv & Music Video Camp

Imagine being able to walk into any musical situation, pick up your instrument, and immediately jam along. That is the goal for Band Aid School of Music’s Summer Jam Improv Camp. The camp is open to all levels, styles and instruments, as we will take you from the origins of improvisation to applications for the modern musician. By the end of camp, you will have learned the scales, listening skills, and phrasing techniques that will enable you to jam with the best of them!
Ages 11 – 18 – 1:00 – 4:00 – 5 days for $305
Session 1: June 6-10
Session 2: July 18-22
Session 3: August 1-5
In the Music Video Camp attendees will shoot videos, learn camera techniques, editing, style, lighting, and more! Participants will be challenged to create new video concepts and be guided to produce and promote them on YouTube. Create a music video and premier it at our camp showcase.
AGE 11-18 – 1:00 – 5:00 – 10 days for $599
Session 1: June 13-24
Session 2: July 11-22

CAMP FACILITIES: JCC Austin has Summer Camps for kids of all ages, from toddlers to tenth graders, offering enthusiastic counselors, professional staff, a swimming pool, nature trails, a low ropes course, playgrounds, awesome activities, special events and more!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: For complete camp program info please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.shalomaustin.org.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS:
LEADERS-IN-TRAINING (LIT) (ENTERING GRADE 10)
The Camp Shalom and Sports Camp LIT Program (formerly counselor in training) has been designed to allow teens a multifaceted experience. The program contains three core components: leadership training, hands-on counselor skills guidance, and fun, social programming. Each two-week session will focus on a new topic, the opportunity to work with one of three age-groups at camp, and will provide an off-campus trip.

LITs will also have the opportunity to partake in special camp electives created just for them! Under the supervision of the LIT Assistant Director, LITs will meet as a group regularly to attend workshops planned especially for that session’s theme. Upon successful completion of the LIT Program, participants will receive a minimum of 45 community service hours and are eligible for a higher rate of pay as Assistant Counselors at Camp Shalom.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: The Jewish Community Association of Austin maintains a policy of adjusting fees according to family income. The process is strictly confidential. To request financial assistance forms, contact: Brandi Bowie at (512) 735-8062 or brandi.bowie[AT]shalomaustin.org.

Financial assistance forms are also available at the Welcome Desk, the ECP Front Desk, and in the Youth & Teen Programs Office. In order to be eligible for the limited funds available for financial assistance, you must register for camp and pay all associated registration fees and deposits. Then submit a copy of your camp registration confirmation e-mail with your financial assistance application. Awards of financial assistance are made possible for community members by generous contributions to the Jewish Federation of Greater Austin Annual Campaign and other philanthropic gifts to the JCC.

Deadline for submitting your application is March 7th, 2014.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: JCC Austin has a wide range of classes and programs geared specifically for preschoolers, youth and teens. The J is a great place to build lifelong friends, learn to act and dance, and have fun and stay fit while showing your teamwork and spirit in sports classes and leagues. Whether you want to explore your creativity with art and music classes, put your mind to the test with chess or LEGO Engineering, or build your job skills with babysitter training, we're here for you. Need help with your homework? No problem. Looking for a fun place to go when you're out of school? Come check us out!

Activities are offered year-round so parents never have to wonder what their kids will be doing on their time off. The Early Childhood Program, afterschool programs such as Kids Connection and enrichment classes are available during the week, Saturday Nights at the J, Sunday sports leagues and Birthday Parties make weekends more fun, middleschoolers enjoy Club Tiyul, and a wide variety of Camps are offered during holiday breaks and over the summer months. The JCC Maccabi Games are a yearly favorite with competition around the country and even in Israel!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
See Our Camp Website Link: www.shalomaustin.org.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
For information on summer employment opportunities, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.shalomaustin.org.