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Find a Summer Camp Near Chesterfield for Your Kids
Our 2013 summer camp guide includes a handy rundown of camps near you, and a growing list of camps on our map throughout the St. Louis area. Registration is on now.
With the choice and variety of summer camps available in 2013, boredom won't be an option.
Organizations from area colleges to your local parks and recreation department offer dozens of camp choices for science, nature, sports, music and more. Whether you're looking for an all-around experience or a more focused camp, this list features a few in your town and nearby.
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Marquette Running Camp for 3rd-incoming 9th graders (9th coming to MHS)
Type of Camp: Sports
Where: Marquette High School Track, 2351 Clarkson Rd., Chesterfield, MO 63017
Dates: June 24-June 28, 2013 (8-10 am, Mon-Fri.)
Registration Deadline: $50 per runner (includes T-shirt) if received by June 17
Cost: $50 per runner (includes T-shirt) if received by June 17; family discount – if more than one person per family signs up, each additional person is $35.
Phone: 636-891-6000
WHAT TO WEAR: shorts & a t-shirt, socks, RUNNING/cross training shoes (please no cleats, spikes, or basketball/high-top shoes) WHAT TO BRING: water bottle, note from parents if any medical condition (asthma, diabetes, etc.) OTHER NOTES: Make sure your child eats a good breakfast/dinner at least 1 hour before camp. The participants will be storing their belongings outside on the track, any valuables (cell phones, jewelry, etc.) are brought at the risk of the participant. For additional information, please contact: Mike Ebert & Missy Burger Head Cross Country Coach es 314-604-5411 & 314-566-7638 ebertmichael@rockwood.k12.mo.us burgermelissa@rockwood.k12.mo.us
Marquette Field Hockey
Type of Camp: Sports- Field Hockey
Where: Marquette High School, 2351 Clarkson Road, Chesterfield, MO 63017
Dates: June 17-June 20
Registration Deadline: 17-May
Cost: $60
Phone: 636-891-6000
The camp’s focus will be on the fundamentals of dribbling, passing, and shooting. Campers can also look forward to playing practice games as well as competitive drills throughout the week. Wear a t-shirt, shorts, and cleats or sneakers. All campers that pre-register by May 17th will receive a t-shirt. Camp sessions will be held at the Marquette field hockey field that is beyond the football scoreboard and tennis courts.
Chesterfield Montessori School
Type of Camp: Montessori with swimming and tennis
Where: Chesterfield Montessori School, 14000 Ladue Road, Chesterfield, MO 63017
Dates: June 3 through August 16
Registration Deadline: 29-Apr
Cost: Ranges from $790 to $1665
Phone: 314-469-7150
Chesterfield Montessori School offers a quality, fun-filled summer program for children ages 2-1/2 – 12 years. We have a beautiful facility on five acres with a large swimming pool and two tennis courts. CMS offers a good balance of indoor and outdoor activities, including swimming and tennis lessons, gardening and an AMI-certified Montessori education. Enrollment is half or full day, and extended care is available. A catered lunch is available at additional cost. Sessions run from June 3rd through August 16th. For children elementary age and older, special programs are offered including Kitchen Science, Fine Arts, and Dramatic Arts Camp. Enrollments are being accepted now. If you are interested in learning more about this exceptional summer program, please contact Chesterfield Montessori School at info@chesterfieldmontessori.org or call us at (314) 469-7150.
Marquette Mystique Mini Dance Camp
Type of Camp: Dance
Where: Marquette High School Commons, 2351 Clarkson Rd., Chesterfield , MO 63368
Dates: July 15-19
Registration Deadline: Save $10 by Pre-Registering by June 28th or Full Price at the door on July 15th
Cost: $95
Phone: 636-891-6000
2013-2014 grades K-8 are welcome!! Join us July 15-19 from 9am-12pm. Free T-Shirt, Arts and Crafts, Games, Contests, and Age Group Dance Lessons Included!! Showcase featuring all dances and Marquette Mystique free and open to family and friends at the close of the week on Friday, July 19th! Save $10 by Pre-Registering or Pay at the door at 8:30 am on Monday, July 15th. Visit www.marquettemystique.com for Registration Form and more info!
De Smet Jesuit Summer Camps
Type of Camp: Athletic and Academic Enrichment Camps
Where: De Smet Jesuit High School, 233 N. New Ballas Road, St. Louis, MO 63141
Dates: June 3-July 19
Registration Deadline: 17-May
Cost: $80 per session or $150 for 2 sessions plus lunch
Phone: 314-567-3500 ext. 297
Discover De Smet Jesuit! De Smet Jesuit offers your rising 6th thru 8th grader an opportunity to enjoy a summer exploring academics and athletics with some of the area’s most respected teachers and coaches. Morning and afternoons camps are available. Sign up for a full day and lunch is included. Discover what awaits you at De Smet Jesuit!
Grade School Golf Camp
Type of Camp: Kennedy High School Golf Camp
Where: Four Season Country Club, 615 Broadmoor Dr., Chesterfield, MO 63017
Dates: June 3-6
Registration Deadline: 21-May
Cost: 60
Phone: 636-227-5900
This camp will teach the fundamentals of golf (driving, long irons, short iron, pitching, chipping, sand play and putting) along with one round of golf. The camp will be instructed by Scott Worley, golf professional at Four Seasons Country Club and assisted by Kennedy golf coaches Rick Koettker, Ryan Higgins, and Rev. Bob Suit. Monday and Wednesday will be at Family Golf Tuesday and Thursday will be at Four Seasons Country Club
Bonhomme Summer Play
Type of Camp: Theme varies; see website for details
Where: Bonhomme Presbyterian Church, 14820 Conway Road, Chesterfield, MO 63017
Dates: Session 1 June 3–6 Session 2 June 10–13 Session 3 June 17–20 Session 4 June 24–27 Session 5 July 1–3 (Please note: This is a 3-day week due to the 4th of July holiday; you may choose 1, 2, or 3 days this week.) Session 6 July 8–11
Registration Deadline: Session start
Cost: $25 / day
Phone: 636.778.9317
The Bonhomme Preschool and Kids Day Out Summer Play program provides an opportunity for children (ages six months through those who have completed kindergarten) to explore fun topics in a learn-through-play setting. A typical day might include books and stories, creative art projects, music and movement, and interactive learning experiences. It is a wonderful way to re-connect with friends over the long summer months or make new friends before school starts again in the fall. You may choose two or four days each week (9:15 a.m.-1 p.m) and you may enroll for any or all of the weekly sessions. Registration opens April 24.
Clarkson School of Irish Dance Summer Camps (multiple locations; see details)
Type of Camp: Irish Dance
Where: Multiple locations throughout West St. Louis County, 16695 Wild Horse Creek Road, Chesterfield, MO 63005
Dates: Multiple dates throughout West County
Registration Deadline: May-31
Cost: $115-$120 depending on camp selected
Phone: 314-288-5639
You may have heard of Lord of the Dance but did you know that you can learn Irish dancing in West County? Come to the Clarkson summer camps for dancing, crafts & games. NO PRIOR DANCE EXPERIENCE required. • Wild Horse Elementary (6/3-6/7) OR Ellisville Elementary (7/15-7/19) – Grades 1-6 – 9am-12pm - $115 • Clarkson Manchester Studio (6/10-6/13) – age 4 & up – 9am-3pm - $120 To register or learn more, contact jaycethomas1068@gmail.com or 314-288-5639.
Twellman Soccer Camp
Type of Camp: Sports
Where: Barat Academy, 17815 Wild Horse Creek Road, Chesterfield, MO 63005
Dates: June 3-6
Registration Deadline: Jun-1
Cost: $99
Phone: 636-980-7620
The soccer camp is for boys and girls grades K - 8th. The camp hours are from 9-noon at Barat Academy (formerly Gateway Academy) Twellman Soccer, a company with a family history of success both on the field and off the field, offers a camp program that focuses on the success and enjoyment of the players individually. "The kids will develop a true love for this sport as well as enhance their self esteem." Tim Twellman Director of Twellman Soccer
Circle of Friends Summer Imagination
Type of Camp: Weekly Themed Camp for children 3 through Kindergarten
Where: Manchester United Methodist Church, Circle of Friends, 129 Woods Mill Road, Manchester, MO 63011
Dates: Monday - Thursday, June 3 through July 11
Registration Deadline: Until classes fill
Cost: Two-day camps (Monday/Wednesday OR Tuesday/Thursday) $60 week or Monday-Thursday $120 per week
Phone: 636-394-6867
2013 Summer Imagination Summer is a great time to be a kid at Circle of Friends Preschool! Children age 3 (by July 31, 2013) through Kindergarten can join us for a fun filled program full of music, art, and many opportunities for inventing, exploring, creating and much more!! June 3-6 The Great Outdoors June 10-13 Mad Scientists June 17-20 Space Odyssey June 24-27 Treasure Hunters July 1-3 Let’s Get Cooking July 8-11 Under the Big Top Sessions Offered: 4 Day Program (Monday—Thursday) 8:30 am—12:30 pm $120.00/week 2 Day Program (Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday) 8:30—12:30 $60.00/week Registration Fee: $15.00/child and includes a t-shirt Just bring a peanut and tree nut free lunch and join us for 1 or more weeks: Eligibility: Children must be three years old by 7/31/2013. Children do not need to be potty trained; however, availability is very limited. Registration Begins: Thursday, March 7th
Forest Lake Tennis & Swim Club
Type of Camp: Tennis Instruction
Where: Forest Lake Tennis Club, 1012 North Woods Road, Chesterfield, MO 63017
Dates: Meets Monday-Thursday 1-4 p.m., May 28- Aug. 15
Registration Deadline: Monday before the class
Cost: $128
Phone: 314-878-2722
Tennis instruction and games for ages 6-14. Summer Pass available
Camp FunTastic at Green Trails
Type of Camp: Traditional Summer Camp
Where: Green Trails Elementary, 170 Portico Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63017
Dates: June 3 - July 12
Registration Deadline: May-23
Cost: $150 week; $120 for week of July 4 or $770 for all 6 weeks
Phone: 314-740-6565 or 314-550-6478
parkwaycampfuntastic@gmail.com
Sports Skills Program at Green Trails
Type of Camp: Sports Camp
Where: Green Trails Elementary, 170 Portico Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63017
Dates: June 3 to July 12
Registration Deadline: May-23
Cost: $150 week; July 4 week $120 all 6 weeks $770
Phone: 314-415-8174 or 314-415-8175
parkwaycampfuntastic@gmail.com
ABC Chefs Cooking Academy Cooking-4-Real Summer Camp
Type of Camp: Cooking Camp for Kids and Teens
Where: Parkway West Middle, 2312 Baxter Road, Chesterfield, MO 63017
Dates: Monday-Thursday (June 3-Aug. 8)
Registration Deadline: Open
Cost: 189
Phone: 636-543-8650
Campers 6 - 17 will prepare at least 3-4 recipes each day, in addition to learning some relevant history, stories, music, projects, dancing and of course, loads of fun. CAMP COOKING-4-REAL 2013 will explore international and U.S. cuisine, plus a pinch of math, world geography, health, culture, literature, and science.
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