Summer Kids Camps Around Green Lake
Courtesy of: Little Explorers Seattle
School is almost out, which means summer camps season is nearly here. Luckily there are lots of great options for day and week camps around the Green Lake area.
Little Explorers Camps
Ages: 3-7 years old
Where: Little Explorers School – 223 NE 65th Street
When: Weekdays June 23rd – August 22nd (closed for July 4th)
Rates-Option 1: 9:00-1:00 – $185 Weekly & $40 Daily
Rates-Option 2: 9:00-3:00 – $275 Weekly & $60 Daily
About: Little Explorers Camps include a weekly theme and incorporate art, music, songs, dance, literature, and lots of outdoor fun at Green Lake Park.
Nature Explorers Camps
Ages: 5-11 years old
Where: Ravenna Park – 5520 Ravenna Ave NE
When: Weekdays June 30th – August 29th (closed for July 4th)
Rates-Option 1: 9:00-1:00 – $185 Weekly & $40 Daily
Rates-Option 2: 9:00-3:00 – $275 Weekly & $60 Daily
About: Explore acres of trails from Ravenna Park to Cowen Park. Everyday will provide an opportunity for playing, exploring, discovering and learning, all while being active in nature.
Click here for more information and to register for camps.
Seattle Parks and Recreation at Green Lake Community Center
QuickStart Tennis
Ages: 7-10 years old
Where: Lower Woodland Tennis Courts
When: June 23-Aug 13 Practices are Monday’s and Wednesday’s from 6-7pm for 7-8 year olds and 7-8pm for 9-10 year olds.
Rates: $35 per player and all equipment is provided.
About: This summer program is intended for youth beginners ages 7-10 year olds. Using smaller rackets, using low pressure and foam balls, and playing on smaller courts, kids learn the game of tennis through exciting drills and fun games. Local matches against other community center teams starting in late July.
For more information, call (206)684-0780.
Pottery Camp
Ages: 4-7
Where: Green Lake Community Center, 7201 E Green Lake Dr N
When: Week long classes start 6/23 and go through the week of 7/28; 1-3:30 p.m.
Rates: Varies between $140 – $175
About: In this camp students will learn how to throw bowls, mugs and plates on a pottery wheel. Students will also be making animal sculptures, a coil vase, clay whistles, masks, totem poles, etc. Students will explore different surface decoration techniques such as graffito, carving, and painting with slip to finish their clay projects. For more information, call (206)684-0780.
Summer Youth Triathlon Camp
Ages: 8-17
Where: Green Lake Community Center, 7201 E Green Lake Dr N
When: 8/18-8/22; 9:30 a.m. – noon
Rates: $100
About: The camp is designed to introduce young athletes, ages 8-17 years old, to multi-sport training in a positive and fun environment. All athletes will be instructed on swimming strokes, cycling, running, and general fitness. Proper technique, safety, pacing, and sportsmanship are emphasized. Finish the week with an informal mini triathlon.
Requirements: Must have a bike in good working condition, swim 50 yards front crawl with side breathing without stopping, run 1/4 mile, and bike one mile.
What to bring daily: Properly fitted bike and helmet, swimsuit, towel, goggles, sunglasses, running shoes, running shorts, top, water bottle, and a nutritious snack. For more information, call (206)684-0780.
Pre-engineering With LEGOs
Ages: 5-6
Where: Green Lake Community Center, 7201 E Green Lake Dr N
When: 8/4-8/8; 9 a.m – noon
Rates: $190
About: Let your imagination run wild with tens of thousands of LEGO®! Build engineer designed projects such as boats, bridges, mazes and motorized cars, and use special pieces to create your own unique design! Explore the endless creative possibilities of the LEGO® building system with the guidance of an experienced Play-Well instructor. For more information, call (206)684-0780.
Engineering Fundamentals with LEGOs
Ages: 7-10
Where: Green Lake Community Center, 7201 E Green Lake Dr N
When 8/4 – 8/8; 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Rates: $190
About: Power up your engineering skills with Play-Well TEKnologies and over 100,000 pieces of LEGO®! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineer-designed projects such as arch bridges, skyscrapers, motorized cars, and the Battletrack! Design and build as never before, and explore your craziest ideas in a supportive environment. An experienced instructor will challenge new and returning students to engineer at the next level. For more information, call (206)684-0780.
For information on these camps and many more, go to: http://www.seattle.gov/parks/centers/Northwest/spring_summer_14.pdf or call (206)684-0780.
Ages: Pre K – 12th grade
Where: Taproot Theatre, 204 N. 85th St
When: varies by age
Rates: varies
About: For more information on specific age/grade levels, go to: http://taproottheatre.org/2014-acting-studio-summer-camps/.
Ages: 3-14
Where: Woodland Park Zoo 601 N 59th St
When: varies by age
Rates: varies by ages
About: Half day and full day options available. For more information about the camps, visit the Zoo’s camp program page.
