Affordable Camps in San Francisco Bay Area

The cost of summer camp can add up really quickly! So we’ve been keeping our eyes open for camps that will be friendly for your kids and your wallet!


Mexican_Folk_DanceThe Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts (MCCLA) will introduce children and youth, ages 7-17, to various artistic disciplines taught by local artist in a dynamic and entertaining summer camp.

4week Sessions: $325, Hours: 8:30-3:30 ext care until 5:30pm


Triple Threat Academy Basketball CampTriple Threat Basketball Camps are for players of all levels looking to improve fundamental skills that include: shooting, passing, defense, dribbling and overall game knowledge.

1 week sessions: $209, Hours: 9:00-2:00


Camp Me! STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) and Art Camp

camp meCampers are sure to find the hands-on projects both challenging and exciting! The focus here is on whole child development – academics, character development, and social/emotional learning.

Limited # of Full-Day spots for only $169 per week (save $100!)


Ademas Summer Camp at Marin Preparatory
ademasKindergarten through Third Graders will have the opportunity to learn Spanish through experiencing firsthand all the amazing things our city has to offer. They will explore themes such as creative creations, inventor’s workshops, world travel, the great outdoors and more. Adventures will include exciting field trips, cooking, art and a variety of fun filled games!

9am-4pm: $265, Ext Care: 8am: $25, 6pm: $50/week


C.U.P.C Day Camp

cupc We seek to affirm and empower the uniqueness of each individual and the importance of relationship, cooperation, and cultural competence in a broader community. Campers visit local parks and other local attractions in the SF Bay Area to contribute to mental, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual growth. Fun field trips, art workshops, project based science learning, and much more!

Hours: 9-4:30. ext care: 7:30-5. $150/week.


Kid Stock, Inc.
Kids experience the magic of musical theatre through song, dance, drama and art, all culminating in an original musical performance. Only $225 per week (3 week session).  Extended care available.


Vacation Bible School
The First Orthodox Presbyterian Church in San Francisco is holding their annual VBS at no charge.

The Summer Day Camp at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in San Carlos is $100.


Steve & Kate’s Camp

Steve_and_Kate_youngcampers9_1Steve & Kate’s regular weekly or Daily drop in rates don’t meet our “affordable” standards, however if you are looking for full days and most of the summer, Steve & Kate’s really does become affordable! Fees are all-inclusive and cover the hours from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, an organic lunch, snacks and drinks. You don’t have to pack a thing.

9 weeks: $248/week, 10 weeks: $224/week

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Got a pretty funny kid? We’ve found the comedy camp for you!

Updated March 2019 !!

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Improv , is a camp where you can share all the million zany characters with the world? If you are interested in Stand-up or Sketch Comedy? Or you watch Improv on TV and think, “I can do that!” This Improv class is the perfect place to develop those skills! In 8 weeks, we will learn classic improv acting techniques, then apply those techniques as a team to build whole scenes no one person could have thought of alone! With a focus on character development, teamwork, and improv games, students will not only have a great time, they will develop skills they can utilize during any and every performance.

Summer Camp KidsLittle Champs Public Speaking Camp covers a wide range of topics including first impressions, the art of conversation, impromptu speaking, gestures, comedy, and more! Curriculum establishes a firm foundation for communication and prepares students for every public speaking situation.

“Comedy is the language of bridging experience, fear, and overcoming obstacles. It is the most useful tool known to the human spirit!!

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Drop-in Summer Camps

Updated April 2019 !!

Sometimes, a full week of summer camp doesn’t fit into the schedule, or the budget.  Luckily, some camps offer partial weeks or daily rates to accommodate various needs.

Below are a few examples of San Francisco Bay Area camps which offer more options than just weekly registration.  A couple are so flexible you could actually drop your child off at the last minute for a day of camp.  Most require some pre-paid days, registration, and/or some notice so they make sure the camp is properly staffed.  At a few camps the one-day registration process may not be very clear on their website, so don’t hesitate to call them for help.  We find summer camp folks to be pretty friendly!

Camp Doodles
doodlesThree locations in Marin, plus now three convenient pick-up locations in San Francisco,  provides many Camp Doodle options.  Register for any number of weeks or days. Their whole-summer option is Approx $1800, plus a bit more for extended care.  Optional hot lunch is available for purchase at all locations.  Camp day runs from 9:00am – 4:00pm, with earlier/later pick-up/drop-off from San Francisco.

Andy Harader Tennis
andystenniscamp.comThis camp in Palo Alto, for kids 7-16,  has a daily rate of $70 available.  You can register in advance on their website to let them know the dates you are planning to attend.  This sounds like a perfect option if you have another full week of tennis camp and want to add on a few more days for extra practice. Camp is half-day only, 9am – 12pm.

GrowFit Camp
andystenniscamp.comGrowFit offers introductory classes designed to inspire children to be active by teaching them basic sports skills through the spirit of play. Our children have fun learning developmentally appropriate sports skills by engaging in imaginative games and scrimmages. .

All the Western Athletic Club Camps also offer daily rates.WAC_Racquet_Sports_Camps

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CD’s Kids Art Studio,  San Jose
Always Learning and Growing, San Francisco
STEMful, San Francisco
Maker’s Studio, San Francisco and Los Altos

Adventure Camps, San Francisco

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Summer camp registration made easy!

ActivityHero makes it easy for parents to find camps, and now it’s even easier to register for camps!  When you fill out the online registration form once, you can use it again to register for more camps.  These camps are making it easier for you plan your summer and register all in one place:

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San Francisco Skate Club (San Francisco) Tour and skate Bay Area skateparks and receive small group lessons with a sponsored skateboarder.

Linda Bulgo’s Musical Productions  (San Francisco)  One week of singing, dancing and acting end with a Friday performance.

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Photography summer camp

Summer Photography Camp at RayKo Photo Center  (San Francisco) Traditional and digital photographic techniques and shooting field trips in San Francisco.

Marin Preparatory Ademas Summer Camp (San Francisco)  Kids learn Spanish and experience exciting field trips, cooking, art and fun filled games.

Golden Gate Tutoring Center (San Anselmo)
Geometry Art Camp, Comic Camp, Maker Camp & Back-to-School Crash Course inspire a love of learning!

Mathnasium (Mill Valley)  Avoid summer brain drain! One-hour sessions work around your schedule.  Prices go up by 10% after May 31.

Core TaeKwonDo

Core TaeKwonDo Summer Camp

Camp Core TaeKwonDo  (San Mateo) Combination of martial arts and traditional day camp with fun weekly themes like Ninja Training and Super Hero Camp.  Register for 2 weeks, get a 3rd for free!

Maureen McVerry's Musical Theatre Camp

Maureen McVerry’s Musical Theatre Camp

Maureen McVerry’s Musical Theatre Camp  (San Carlos)  Musical theater enthusiasts gain confidence by performing a solo and even a mock audition. All leading up to the final performance at Great America!

FUZE – Fit for a Kid (San Jose)
A youth-only health club provides a fun environment to improve movement, balance, coordination, speed, agility, game strategy, focus, confidence and of course, FUN!  $30 off for members, multiple sessions & siblings.

Create It Ceramics (Palo Alto)
Pottery painting and glass fusion camps. Morning & afternoon camps for young kids and teens with extended care available.

Christina’s Art Adventure Camp (Belmont)
Girls experience art, food projects, and acting techniques and learn to dream big, set goals and explore their limitless possibilities.

More camps joining soon!  Is there a camp that you’d like to enroll for?  Let us know!

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Free week of Camp

It’s a new month, which means a new chance to win a free week of camp!

This month’s giveaway is Destination Science: a Camp that keeps science experimental, exploratory, and exciting! It’s about the Aha! moments in life – like when you figure out how something works, or realize that science & cooking go hand in hand.

This camp has grown its stellar reputation because their passion for science and fun shows, and summer after summer, kids have awesome experiences.

Winning is easy, all you have to do is enter here.

 

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How Do YOU Keep Kids Active?

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Healthy parents are more likely to have healthy kids. Healthy kids are happy kids, and happy kids mean happy parents!

Kids learn best by example. How do you set a good example to keep your kids healthy & moving? Tell us for a chance to be featured on our blog!

Find the best activities for kids on ActivityHero!

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The More They Burn, The Better They Learn!

The More They Burn, The Better They Learn!

It’s a fact! Kids who are more physically active get better grades in school!

Need help getting kids off the couch? Explore hundreds of different activities plus great discounts too at ActivityHero.com!

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Think You Can’t Afford Summer Camp? Financial Aid Deadlines are Approaching!

Camp Scholarships

It’s that time of year again to sign up for summer camps and plenty of families are on the prowl for discounts and scholarships to make the experience more affordable.

Without compromising quality, the following camps based in the San Francisco bay area offer scholarships, free or affordable experiences for your child.

If you’re looking for summer camps that will offer your youngsters a unique and exciting season without breaking the family budget, then check these out:

Camp Galileo

Camp Galileo believes in camp—and innovation—for ALL kids.

Every year, Camp Galileo awards hundreds of weeks of specially priced camp through their financial assistance program.

Financial aid applications are due by April 5th. Learn more about Camp Galileo’s financial aid program.

Camp Edmo

All children should have access to high quality enrichment programs during the summer regardless of their family’s financial situation.

Camp Edmo offers a scholarship program for part of tuition costs including extended care.

All applications must be received by April 15th for financial aid. Learn more about Camp Edmo’s scholarship program.

Camp EdTech

Camp EdTech has awarded over $360,000 in free camps since 2004.

Partial scholarships are available for one to three weeks of camp. Extended care may also be available at no additional cost.

All applications are due by April 15th to be considered for the 2013 camp session. Learn more about Camp EdTech‘s scholarship program.

Of course, don’t forget to check out the always updated ActivityHero discounts page for scholarships, deals and discounts that camps are offering throughout the summer.

Know of any affordable camps or discounts we’ve missed? Tell us!

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Win Big in our Free Camp Giveaway!

Free Camp Giveaway

Parents and Kids can both win big this month with our free camp giveaway!

Simply login to your ActivityHero account and refer a friend, or create a new account by March 31st and you’ll be entered to win a free week of camp!

This month’s giveaways features two of our favorite camps, Galileo Camps and Camp Invention.

Enter now for your chance to win!

 

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2019 Spring Break Camps & New Summer Camps !

Updated March 2019 !!

Looking for something new & exciting for the kids to do during Spring Break? How about robotics, animals or martial arts? Check out all of the 2019 Spring Break Camps near you.

For summer, you’ll find everything from rock-climbing to day camps with a Hunger Games theme.

Challenger Sports 

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Soccer skill development programs for ages 2+. Half and full day programs for older kids.Free ball & jersey for online registrations 45 days prior to camp start date.

Cooking Round the World

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Spring break camp explores “Cooking ‘Round the USA.” Includes recipe binder and apron! Extended care options  available.

Destination Science 

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Astronaut Adventure Camp, Ultimate Survival Zone, Wacky Mega-Bot Tech Camps for Summer. Full day, half day and extended care options.Get sibling and multi-session discounts.

Camp Imagineerz

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Kids use their imagination to solve challenges, perform fun skits, and build exciting creations.Early bird prices.

Crissy Field Center Summer Camp

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The best of both worlds: outdoor fun and activities paired with scientific learning and experiments.

Camp Chrysalis

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Backpacking and trips to the Sierras, Medocino, and Big Sur teach kids about wildlife, ecology, and basic wilderness skills.10% sibling & multiple session discounts, Financial aid available.

Spanish Immersion Camp

San Francisco
Screen Shot 2019-03-26 at 2.50.41 PMSpanish Immersion Summer Program is designed to boost the Spanish speaking skills of children entering Grades K-4. The program consists of 3 hours per day (3 days a week) of hands-on enrichment activities, as well as traveling through countries in Latin America and Spain without leaving US.

Avid4 Adventure Camp

Palo Alto
Screen Shot 2019-03-26 at 2.56.04 PMThese days a lot of kids grow up surrounded by screens, disconnected from the natural world. At Avid4 Adventure summer camps, we introduce pre-K – 7th graders to the power of authentic outdoor adventure. With help from our time-tested curriculum and insanely experienced instructors, we teach campers of all levels to climb, paddle, bike, hike and thrive in the outdoors.

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