Blue Ribbon News 2023 Summer Camp Spotlight, Rockwall County and beyond

Blue Ribbon News 2023 Summer Camp Spotlight, Rockwall County and beyond

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

brandi.mantz@scouting.org

 

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

brandi.mantz@scouting.org

 

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

brandi.mantz@scouting.org





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

rebeltheatrics.com

 

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

bit.ly/rhssoccercamp





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/