ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (April 21, 2023) Our Blue Ribbon News 2023 Summer Camp Spotlight features local summer camp programs, Vacation Bible Schools, sports and skills camps, recreational activities and fun, learning opportunities for kids (and adults!) throughout the summer season. We hope this growing compilation helps you and your family find fun and engaging things to do in and around Rockwall County this summer.
We will be continually adding new camps to this directory so be sure to check back daily!
If you wish to add your camp information to this online guide, please fill out and submit the form at this link, but note that our print edition has already gone to press: https://blueribbonnews.com/summer-camp-directory-submissions/
Boys & Girls Club
ROCKWALL SUMMER CAMP
Shannon Elementary School
June 5 – July 28
Monday – Friday 7:30am-6:00pm
$220 per child for the entire summer
STEM, The Arts, Healthy Lifestyles, Summer Brain Gain Learning Program, field trips!
Enroll at bgcnetx.my.site.com.
For further questions email Kacie Ivie at kivie@begreatnext.org or call (469) 897-0360.
Circle 10 Scouting Camps
CAMP JAMES RAY
Start your overnight camp experience at Camp James Ray on Lake Texoma! Cub Scouts enjoy swimming, outdoor skills, sports, canoeing and boating, and shooting sports! Cub Scout Resident Camp is a 3 day, 2 night stay for rising 2nd and 3rd grade Scouts. Webelos Resident Camp is a 4 day, 3 night stay. $125-$185.
Cub Scout Session 1 June 4-6; Webelos Session 1 (4th-5th grade) June 7-10 – waitlist; Cub Scout Session 2 June 11-13; Webelos Session 2 (4th-5th grade) June 14-17 – waitlist; Webelos Session 3 (4th-5th grade) June 18-21; Webelos Session 4 (4th-5th grade) June 21-24; Webelos Session 5 (4th-5th grade) June 25-28; Webelos Session 6 (4th-5th grade) June 28-July 1.
2026 Mill Creek Road, Pottsboro 75076
c10bsa.org/experience-scouting/camping/resident-camp
JACK D. FURST AQUATIC BASE AT CAMP CONSTANTIN
Scouts enjoy fun-filled summers at Camp Constantin and the Jack D. Furst Aquatic Base. Every June and July, Camp Constantin provides youth the opportunity to enjoy boating, water skiing, swimming, conservation, outdoor skills, archery, rifle shooting, shotgun shooting, and an assortment of merit badges. $430.
Week 1: June 4–10; Week 2: June 11–17; Week 3: June 18–24; Week 4: June 25–July 1; Week 5: July 2–8; Week 6: July 9–15.
3003 Park Road 36 Graford 76449
c10bsa.org/experience-adventure-at-camp-constantin
TREVOR REES-JONES SCOUT CAMP
Saddle up on horses and ATVs. Scout Camp provides opportunities to enjoy horseback riding, ATVs, canoeing, fishing, climbing, rappelling, archery, rifle shooting, shotgun shooting, and an assortment of merit badges. $430.
Week 1: June 4–10; Week 2: June 11–17; Week 3: June 18–24; Week 4: June 25–July 1; Week 5: July 2–8; Week 6: July 9–15.
11217 FM 2970 Athens 75751
circleten.org/posts/1220/summer-camp-trevero-rees-jones-scout-camp
Cross Cheer
CAMP CHEER | CHRIST-CENTERED CHEERLEADING CAMP
Cross Cheer camps teach young girls the fundamentals of cheerleading in a Christ-centered atmosphere. Cross Cheer is hosting a cheerleading camp at C-Life Rockwall for girls aged 5-12. Camp Activities Include: Cheerleading motions, chants, jumps, tumbling, stunts, dance, games, interactive Bible lessons, craft, snack-time and a family performance the last 30 minutes of camp!
Camp is offered June 26-29, Monday – Thursday from 1:30 – 4:30pm.
Cost $110
Register at www.CrossCheer.com
First Baptist Church Heath
Keepers of the Kingdom | Vacation Bible School
June 12th-16th 6:30pm-8:00pm
Kids will learn how they can be part of God’s kingdom through salvation in His Son and will be equipped with the armor of God to become Keepers of the Kingdom who stand strong in today’s battle for truth. For children that have completed Kindergarten through 5th Grade.
Sign up: https://www.fbcheath.com/vbs
Greater Rockwall Tennis Association
TENNIS CAMP
For players from beginner to advanced levels, ages 5-19. Learn from Rockwall and Heath high school coaches and teaching coaches of the GRTA.
$95 per player for each camp
801 Laurence Drive, Heath TX 75032
Camps at Heath High: June 5-8, 12-15, and July 17-20
Camps at Wilkerson Stadium Courts: June 19-22 and July 10-13
playtennis.com.usta/rhtennis
Greater Rockwall Youth Symphony
SUMMER INTENSIVE 2023
Offering string orchestra, full orchestra and chamber music for ages 6-18. Students will immerse themselves in musical training for 10 days. Beginner & intermediate programs meet M –F for 60-75 min. (depending on age group). Advanced program meets M–Sat 9am–3pm. Accepting Brass, Woodwinds & Strings. If you play piano or percussion, email Amanda Casper: acasper@greaterrockwallyouthsymphony.org. We are also providing Masterclasses, All-State Prep, Mock Auditions and will have a performance on the final day of camp.
June 21-30
St. Benedict’s Church has generously offered to host our Beginner & Intermediate summer programs: 1616 N. Lakeshore Drive Rockwall 75087.
First United Methodist Church of Royse City has generously offered to host our Advanced Summer program: 200 Plum St. Royse City 75189.
greaterrockwallyouthsymphony.org
JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall
ANGEL CAMP
Camp experience designed for children with special needs, ages 5-18. Activities include archery, riflery (BBs), swimming, canoeing, crafts, group games, field trips and more. Six one-week sessions beginning June 12-16, 8am-3pm M-F.
Info & application: ymcadallas.org/locations/jerchiltonymca/angel_camp
972-772-9622
CAMP DAKOTAH – ROCKWALL
Weekly theme-based enrichment, nature/outdoor learning, creative and performing arts, improvisation games, fitness/conditioning, community service projects, global diversity efforts, field trips, swimming and more.
Ages 5-12 Day Camp, M-F May 30 to Aug 3 (closed May 29 & Aug 4)
$85 registration fee
Camp regular care (7:30am-5:30pm): $165/week, members; $185/week, non-members
Extended care (7am-6pm): $205/week, members; $225/non-members
Breakfast, lunch and PM snack provided
Info and registration: ymcadallas.org/locations/jerchiltonymca/programs/day-camps
SUMMER SPORTS CAMPS – ROYSE CITY
Our sports camps and clinics are designed to provide children of all ability levels the opportunity to improve their skills and learn new ones. Grades 1-8; member $80, non-member $100.
Basketball, June 19-22, Baley Middle School
Football, June 26-29, Bulldog Stadium
Volleyball, July 24-27, Baley Middle School
Soccer, July 17-20, Bulldog Stadium
Football, Volleyball, and Soccer
Info & registration: ymcadallas.org/locations/jerchiltonymca/sports/camps-and-clinics
Mathnasium of Rockwall/Heath
SUMMER MATH PROGRAM
A Mathnasium summer can help your child excel in math in the fall! Our fun summer program starts June 1 and includes snacks and games for every math session, plus contests and rewards! Assessments can be done in May so students hit the ground running June 1. Open M-F 2-7pm.
Just one more reason we’ve been voted BEST TUTORING CENTER for five years straight!
1300 E. Ralph Hall Pkwy #102 Rockwall 75087
972-722-6000 | rockwall-heath@mathnasium.com
mathnasium.com/rockwall-heath
Rebel Theatrics
REBEL CHRISTMAS SUMMER CAMP
Ages 6-19. Performers will learn and produce 3-4 Christmas pieces to have ready for television ops, specials, and potential live performances this holiday season. Includes two weeks of training and rehearsals, M-F 10:30am-5pm June 5-9 & June 12-and 3 days of filming, 11am-7pm June 16-18. $420/new Rebels, $385/returning Rebels.
Diversity Dance Studio
2616 Long Prairie Rd. #107 Flower Mound 75022
Rockwall Community Playhouse
Children’s Summer Musical (ages 6-12)
Auditions for RCP Children’s Summer Musical, The Little Mermaid, will be 10 a.m. Saturday, May 13. Performance dates are June 15, 16, 17, 18, 22, 23, 24, 25 (Thurs/Fri/Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2pm).
Info: rockwallcommunityplayhouse.org/rcp-youth-programs/childrens-summer-musical-ages-6-12
Teen Summer Production (ages 13-19)
Guys & Dolls, Jr performances will be July 22-30 (Fri/Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2pm). Audition information to be announced soon: rockwallcommunityplayhouse.org/rcp-youth-programs/teen-summer-production.
Rockwall Gymnastics Academy
RGA SUMMER CAMP 2023
Ages 5 & Up. Gymnastics rotations and courses, arts & crafts, games, open gym/free play at the end of the day. Snack provided. Bring your own lunch. *No makeup tokens
M-F, June 5 – August 4; 9am-2pm
$200/week or $45/day
1201 Ridge Rd., Ste. 103, Rockwall 75087
469-209-6496 | rockwallgymnasticsacademy.com
Rockwall High School
SOCCER CAMP
Learn a variety of awesome soccer skills while having fun, playing games, meeting friends and getting better. $80 per camper.
June 5 – 8
8-9:30am Incoming K-5
10-11:30am Incoming 6th-8th
901 Yellowjacket Lane, Rockwall 75087
Rockwall ISD
SUMMER ROCK
Students enjoy field trips, themed arts and crafts, gym games, computer time, board games, playground fun and Spanish lessons.
May 30-Aug 10 (closed July 3 and Aug 11) 7am-6pm (closed at 4pm Aug 10)
Hartman Elementary School, 1325 Petaluma Drive, Rockwall
Registration fee $125/child
$180/week per child
$160/week per child for current free/reduced lunch recipients
Rockwallisd.com/ROCK | 469-698-7032
Rockwall Police Department
Police Summer Camp
For students going into 4th, 5th, and 6th grade. Topics include: first aid, gun safety, fitness, traffic, SWAT, fire department, school behavior, drugs, bicycle safety, and K9. Pizza party Thursdays. Physical fitness daily. Hosted by SRO’s from Rockwall PD and Heath DPS.
Weekly starting June 5-July 27
M-Thu 8am-2:30pm
Utley Middle School
Online registration and waiver: rockwallpolice.org
Rockwall School of Music
MUSIC SAMPLER CAMP
If your child would like to explore music this summer, this camp is for YOU! Children entering grades 2-5 will be introduced to piano, ukulele and drums daily as part of this camp curriculum.
June 26—29, July 10-13, July 17-20, July 24-27
Mon-Thurs 9am-11:45am
$199 (instruments included)
1920 Mims Rd, Rockwall 75087
972-722-6874 | rockwallmusic.com/summer-music-lessons-classes-and-ensembles/
Rush Creek Yacht Club
SAILING SUMMER CAMP
Youth ages 5-18 years develop sailing skills and have an awesome experience in an environment that fosters confidence, independence, teamwork, problem solving and sportsmanship. Sailing instruction levels beginner to advanced. Learn racing basics, boat maneuvering and teamwork. $220-$400 per week.
Week 1: June 5-9; Week 2: June 19-23; Week 3: June 26-30; Week 4: July 10-14; Week 5: July 17-21; Week 6: July 24-28; Week 7: July 31-Aug 4.
320 Rush Creek Drive, Heath 75032
education@rcyc.org | rcyc.org/summer-camp
School of Rock
Performance Music Camps
Do you want to learn how to play in a band or write songs? We offer a wide variety of music camps and workshops, perfect for musicians of any skill level who want to play guitar, bass, drums, keyboard and vocals. $100 non-refundable deposit to secure your spot. Camp cost: $549.
June 12-16: ROOKIES CAMP (ages 5-7)
June 19-23: 80s ROCK CAMP
July 10-14: ROCK 101 CAMP (ages 7-12)
July 17-21: METAL CAMP (experience required)
July 31-Aug 4: Y2Kamp
206 E. Washington St., Rockwall 75087
schoolofrock.com/locations/rockwall/music-camps
The Fulton School
Fulton Summer Camp
Ready for a ‘Wild Summer’? Calling all kids 2 years to 5th grade! Weekly themes include STEM and art activities, splash days, waterslide, swimming, field trips, Creature Teachers, Nzone Sports, magic show and more. Snacks and lunch provided at no additional charge.
Schoolers $200/week
Preschool $250/week
May 30 – August 11, 7am-6pm
1626 Smirl Dr., Heath 75032
972-772-4445 | thefultonschool.com
Young Chefs Academy
CULINARY CAMP
The art of cooking and the science of baking in one fully-immersive, culinary experience with all new recipes and techniques every week, fun challenges and competitions, lessons that encourage creative expression and discovery.
Ages 7-15; campers grouped by age; $245 for each 3-hour/4-day camp, Tue-Fri
June 6-9 1-4pm; June 13-16 9am-12pm OR 1pm-4pm; June 20-23 9am-12pm OR 1pm-4pm; June 27-30 9am-12pm OR 1pm-4pm; July 11-14 1pm-4pm; July 18-21 9am-12pm OR 1pm-4pm; July 25-28 9am-12pm OR 1pm-4pm; Aug 1-4 1pm-4pm.
Ages 5&6; $195 for 3 days
July 5-7 and Aug 2-4, 1-3pm
910 Steger Towne Road, Rockwall 75032
469-264-7445 | rockwalltx.youngchefsacademy.com
If you wish to add your camp information to this online guide, please fill out and submit the form at this link, but note that our print edition has already gone to press: https://blueribbonnews.com/summer-camp-directory-submissions/