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The High School Digital Animation class at The Atelier School of Art is a one-hour session designed for teens looking to develop their animation skills using iPads and Procreate Dreams. This class covers keyframe animation, character design, storyboarding, timing, and motion principles, allowing students to create dynamic, professional-quality animations. With a focus on visual storytelling and personal artistic style, students build a strong foundation in animation while preparing for advanced creative opportunities.

Spend some time relaxing and creating colorful, unique crocheted crafts! Learn various beginner crochet stitches and techniques, or get tips to advance and improve your skills. Bring your favorite crochet hook or use the ones provided. All skill levels welcome!

Coach Bynum looks forward to helping you improve your basketball skills this summer. This camp will improve your overall basketball knowledge through skills and drills to be used on the court. Come to one or both of the weeks!

Design it, build it, and launch it! Come learn to engineer launchers to send all sorts of objects flying. Can you make the best design? The sky's the limit with this STEM camp!

We provide a safe, encouraging, fun, yet challenging environment in which children can experience team sports. The Hi-Five Sports Camp experience should be remembered for the high energy level of our instructors and the positive effect our camp has on one’s self-esteem. We believe athletics builds confidence and ultimately provides a focus that is important all through life. Hi-Five Sports Camp is about so much more than winning and losing – it is about teamwork, playing hard and playing fair. No matter the skill level of the child, the goal remains the same: to have fun, while learning the value of teamwork and good sportsmanship. All of which results in a positive, self-esteem building experience.

Exploring the possibility of piano lessons/

This is a camp for all levels. We start with fundamentals, choreography, and techniques, then build from there and create performances on Friday to show off the skills they learned.

Martial arts is a great way to get your kids moving. They quickly start to pick up the martial arts techniques. Fun is the overarching goal! Our 10+/Teen program helps instill self discipline, focus and confidence.

LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION! Filmmaking & Acting Summer Camp Overview: This 5-day summer camp is an immersive experience where campers will create multiple short films, each exploring different storytelling styles and genres. Through a mix of hands-on activities, improvisation, and teamwork, campers will develop creative confidence while making movies they’ll be proud of. DAY 1: Action-Packed One-Take Movie & Silent Film Challenge 🎬 Focus: Acting, Movement, and Visual Storytelling • Icebreaker: “Act It Out” – Fun group activities to build confidence on camera. • The One-Take Action Movie – Campers create a 1-2 minute action scene in a single take (e.g., a zombie chase, a superhero showdown, or a spy escape). • The Silent Movie Challenge – Inspired by classic silent films, teams must tell a short story using only expressions and physical comedy (e.g., “The Great Pie Fight” or “Lost in the City”). • Screen & Discuss – Watch the films and discuss storytelling without words. DAY 2: Mystery, Comedy & The Talk Show Challenge 🎬 Focus: Writing & Improvisation • The Mystery Short Film – Groups create a 2-3 minute whodunit (e.g., “The Missing Trophy” or “The Haunted Backpack”). • Comedy & Improv Games – Learn comedic timing through fast-paced acting exercises. • The Talk Show Challenge – Each group produces a hilarious or serious talk show segment with characters (e.g., “Aliens Among Us,” “Secrets from the Principal’s Office”). • Scriptwriting & Planning for the Big Film – Start brainstorming and outlining the main project for Days 3-5. DAY 3: Filming the Big Movie – Genre Pick 🎬 Focus: Shooting a Full Short Film Campers break into teams and choose one of the following genres for their main project: Some examples of movies are below but the story will be decided by campers. ✅ Sci-Fi: “The Portal Problem” – A group of kids discovers a strange portal in the park. ✅ Fantasy: “The Magic Object” – An ordinary object gives someone unexpected powers. ✅ Horror: “The Cursed Phone” – A haunted smartphone wreaks havoc. ✅ Comedy: “The Worst Babysitter Ever” – A chaotic babysitting adventure. ✅ Drama: “Best Friends… or Worst Enemies?” – A friendship takes an unexpected turn. • Assign Roles & Rehearse – Actors practice, and directors finalize their shot lists. • Filming Begins! – Teams start shooting their films, capturing multiple scenes. DAY 4: Continue Filming & Special Effects Scene 🎬 Focus: Finishing Scenes & Adding Movie Magic • Morning: Finishing Principal Filming – Complete any remaining scenes. • The Special Effects Scene Challenge – Learn to shoot basic special effects, like: • Superpowers (e.g., teleportation, flying, force fields) • Disappearing Tricks (using jump cuts and clever angles) • Ghostly Figures (double exposure tricks) • Editing Prep – Organize footage and choose music/sound effects. DAY 5: Editing & Film Festival Premiere 🎬 Focus: Bringing It All Together & Celebrating • Final Editing Touches – Groups polish their films and add soundtracks. • Movie Poster Challenge – Each team creates a poster for their film. • Wrap-Up & Goodbyes – Exchange contacts and reflect on the week’s experience. Extras: • Online Film Access – Campers will receive a link to download their movies and we will sometimes hold film festivals at various venues across the city!

Lights, Camera, Action! 5-Day Filmmaking and Acting Summer Camp Overview: Lights, Camera, Action! is a dynamic and engaging 5-day summer camp designed to introduce students to the exciting world of filmmaking and acting. Through a blend of interactive workshops, hands-on activities, and practical exercises, campers will learn the fundamentals of storytelling, scriptwriting, acting, camera techniques, and video editing. Led by experienced instructors, this immersive experience will empower campers to unleash their creativity, collaborate with peers, and bring their ideas to life on screen. Day 1: Introduction to Filmmaking - Explore the basics of filmmaking and storytelling. - Engage in icebreaker activities to foster a sense of community. - Learn about the various roles in filmmaking and the importance of collaboration. - Dive into acting games and exercises to build confidence in front of the camera. Day 2: Pre-production - Develop storytelling skills through scriptwriting and storyboarding. - Assign roles and responsibilities for the production phase. - Plan shooting schedules and scout locations around the camp. Day 3: Production - Gain hands-on experience with filmmaking equipment. - Rehearse scenes and fine-tune performances under the guidance of acting coaches. - Begin filming scenes according to the production schedule. Day 4: Post-production - Learn the basics of video editing software. - Edit footage to create a polished final cut. - Explore sound design techniques to enhance the film's audio. Day 5: Screening and Wrap-Up - Present completed films in a special screening event. - Share experiences and insights gained during the camp. Throughout the camp, participants will collaborate in small groups to create their own short films, allowing them to develop teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills. By the end of the week, campers will have gained a deeper appreciation for the art of filmmaking and acting while creating lasting memories and friendships. * Completed Movies will made available for download online shortly after the end of the course. ** On occasions, movies will be entered into international film festivals! If this is the case, we will offer letters of consent from parents before application.

Fun and interactive session designed to encourage creativity and fine motor skill development through hands-on activities like painting, gluing, cutting, and assembling various materials to create unique projects

We are offering 10 different art camps/ new curriculum for Art Camps this summer. Art Camp at All Things Art Studio is the best way to experience total immersion in a summer art program! It's fun & and students get a chance to delve into their creative selves without crazy time restraints. Students will also get to Tie Dye an All Things Art Studio Camp Shirt (or other item for repeat campers) on Day 1! (included in the fee of camp). In the mornings, they will be working on individual projects, and the afternoon art academy will give them a relaxed but focused exercise in fine arts. There will be landscape drawing and painting, and still life exploration. We explore drawing, clay, printmaking, textiles, weaving, watercolor, acrylics, tempera paint, glazing & more! We will work with canvas, clay, watercolor, tissue paper and many other types of medium as well. Every camp is a different curriculum, so please register for as many as you can :) It's an amazing week for students, they meet and make new art friends and enjoy the warm summer weather. Bring a sack lunch each day and a water bottle, We will have outdoor lunch & walk in the neighborhood- plus outdoor "en plain air" instruction in their daily journal/ sketchbook. Bring it on! Some of our Elementary, Middle School and High School groups will be offered at the same times & days (convenient for families with older & younger children). But the Camps will be separated by the groups and have different curriculum and locations within the studio. (MS/HS have a separate registration with separate curriculum).

Champ Camp's Boogie Board Camp is designed for slightly older campers (ages 8-14) and is meant to give kids the ultimate wave-riding experience that's barrels of fun! Kiddos will spend their water time in a smaller group so they can hone in on their boogie board skills and gain next-level comfort and confidence, as they ride alongside other kids and coaches full of tricks of the trade. All levels of boogie boarding experience are welcome. However, participants should be able to stand comfortably and wade through the water without holding hands. *BONUS! We have Boogie Boards on hand for campers to utilize, try out, and share with each other throughout their session. However, if your camper has a boogie board that they'd like to bring with them to camp, that's cool too! *Please note that surfboards are NOT allowed* FOLLOW US on Instagram and Facebook! [@ChampCampKids & @ChampCampBeach]

Develop high-level scoring moves that will keep defenders off-balance and give yourself the advantage no matter where you are on the floor. This intensive camp teaches you the pillars to becoming a complete offensive player who can score at will against even the tightest defenses. Whether you’re looking to dominate the competition or simply make the team, this camp will take your game to the next level before next season starts. What will players get out of the basketball camp? -Shooting fundamentals that will quickly boost your FG and FT % (stance, release point, hand position and follow through) -Constructing your killer crossover to blow by defenders -A rarely taught shooting adjustment that extends your shooting range while staying highly accurate -Sneaky finishing moves perfected by the pros (so you stop getting blocked) -Common mistakes that limit players’ offensive abilities (and quick fixes for each) -Finishing at the basket through contact (even against bigger, stronger players) -How to develop a quicker shot release to get better looks and avoid getting blocked -Techniques for creating space so you get more clean looks at the basket -How to change direction with your dribble to get separation -Pro-level secrets to shooting off the dribble -Catch-and-shoot fundamentals for varying game situations -Keys to protecting the ball under pressure -The “shooter’s mentality” that will immediately give you a psychological edge in every situation

Develop high-level scoring moves that will keep defenders off-balance and give yourself the advantage no matter where you are on the floor. This intensive camp teaches you the pillars to becoming a complete offensive player who can score at will against even the tightest defenses. Whether you’re looking to dominate the competition or simply make the team, this camp will take your game to the next level before next season starts. What will players get out of the basketball camp? -Shooting fundamentals that will quickly boost your FG and FT % (stance, release point, hand position and follow through) -Constructing your killer crossover to blow by defenders -A rarely taught shooting adjustment that extends your shooting range while staying highly accurate -Sneaky finishing moves perfected by the pros (so you stop getting blocked) -Common mistakes that limit players’ offensive abilities (and quick fixes for each) -Finishing at the basket through contact (even against bigger, stronger players) -How to develop a quicker shot release to get better looks and avoid getting blocked -Techniques for creating space so you get more clean looks at the basket -How to change direction with your dribble to get separation -Pro-level secrets to shooting off the dribble -Catch-and-shoot fundamentals for varying game situations -Keys to protecting the ball under pressure -The “shooter’s mentality” that will immediately give you a psychological edge in every situation

Have fun and rapidly improve your skills at this youth basketball camp. At these basketball camps, you improve your scoring, ball handling, shooting, passing, athleticism, footwork, decision-making, and 1 on 1 moves to take your game to the next level! You will learn the techniques and skill needed to become a great shooter. You will learn the essential skills to becoming a great ball handler… no fluff. You will learn how to make more lay ups. You will learn how to become a defensive stopper and rebounding machine. You will learn the critical components of basketball IQ required to become a great offensive player from an individual and team aspect. We will teach you all of the critical skills and concepts that coaches love and help players excel.

Develop high-level scoring moves that will keep defenders off-balance and give yourself the advantage no matter where you are on the floor. This intensive camp teaches you the pillars to becoming a complete offensive player who can score at will against even the tightest defenses. Whether you’re looking to dominate the competition or simply make the team, this camp will take your game to the next level before next season starts. What will players get out of the basketball camp? -Shooting fundamentals that will quickly boost your FG and FT % (stance, release point, hand position and follow through) -Constructing your killer crossover to blow by defenders -A rarely taught shooting adjustment that extends your shooting range while staying highly accurate -Sneaky finishing moves perfected by the pros (so you stop getting blocked) -Common mistakes that limit players’ offensive abilities (and quick fixes for each) -Finishing at the basket through contact (even against bigger, stronger players) -How to develop a quicker shot release to get better looks and avoid getting blocked -Techniques for creating space so you get more clean looks at the basket -How to change direction with your dribble to get separation -Pro-level secrets to shooting off the dribble -Catch-and-shoot fundamentals for varying game situations -Keys to protecting the ball under pressure -The “shooter’s mentality” that will immediately give you a psychological edge in every situation

Have fun and rapidly improve your skills at this youth basketball camp. At these basketball camps, you improve your scoring, ball handling, shooting, passing, athleticism, footwork, decision-making, and 1 on 1 moves to take your game to the next level! You will learn the techniques and skill needed to become a great shooter. You will learn the essential skills to becoming a great ball handler… no fluff. You will learn how to make more lay ups. You will learn how to become a defensive stopper and rebounding machine. You will learn the critical components of basketball IQ required to become a great offensive player from an individual and team aspect. We will teach you all of the critical skills and concepts that coaches love and help players excel.

Have fun and rapidly improve your skills at this youth basketball camp. At these basketball camps, you improve your scoring, ball handling, shooting, passing, athleticism, footwork, decision-making, and 1 on 1 moves to take your game to the next level! You will learn the techniques and skill needed to become a great shooter. You will learn the essential skills to becoming a great ball handler… no fluff. You will learn how to make more lay ups. You will learn how to become a defensive stopper and rebounding machine. You will learn the critical components of basketball IQ required to become a great offensive player from an individual and team aspect. We will teach you all of the critical skills and concepts that coaches love and help players excel.

Have fun and rapidly improve your skills at this youth basketball camp. At these basketball camps, you improve your scoring, ball handling, shooting, passing, athleticism, footwork, decision-making, and 1 on 1 moves to take your game to the next level! You will learn the techniques and skill needed to become a great shooter. You will learn the essential skills to becoming a great ball handler… no fluff. You will learn how to make more lay ups. You will learn how to become a defensive stopper and rebounding machine. You will learn the critical components of basketball IQ required to become a great offensive player from an individual and team aspect. We will teach you all of the critical skills and concepts that coaches love and help players excel.

Have fun and rapidly improve your skills at this youth basketball camp. At these basketball camps, you improve your scoring, ball handling, shooting, passing, athleticism, footwork, decision-making, and 1 on 1 moves to take your game to the next level! You will learn the techniques and skill needed to become a great shooter. You will learn the essential skills to becoming a great ball handler… no fluff. You will learn how to make more lay ups. You will learn how to become a defensive stopper and rebounding machine. You will learn the critical components of basketball IQ required to become a great offensive player from an individual and team aspect. We will teach you all of the critical skills and concepts that coaches love and help players excel.