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The Hangout Camp Teen Activity & Social Camp | Ages 13–17 **Connect. Create. Explore. Be Yourself.** Welcome to The Hangout! A place to make friends, try new things, discover your interests, and just be yourself! The Hangout Camp is a dynamic, activity-based program designed specifically for teenagers ages 13 through 17. Inspired by the relaxed, social atmosphere of popular teen hangouts and classic sitcoms like *Friends*, our camp provides a welcoming, age-appropriate space where teens can connect with peers, participate in exciting activities, explore their independence, and create lasting memories. We understand that teenagers need more than traditional childcare. They need a place where they can socialize, express themselves, explore their interests, and enjoy activities that feel relevant to their age and personalities. The Hangout combines recreation, creativity, entertainment, social experiences, and practical life skills into a flexible camp experience that encourages independence while maintaining appropriate supervision and support. Our Camp Focus **1. Friendship & Social Connections** Creating opportunities for teens to develop meaningful friendships, build social confidence, strengthen communication skills, and connect with others through shared interests and experiences. **2. Independence & Life Skills** Encouraging age-appropriate independence through decision-making, personal responsibility, organization, money management, cooking, and practical everyday skills. **3. Creativity & Self-Expression** Providing opportunities for teens to explore their interests and express themselves through music, art, technology, photography, media production, and hands-on creative projects. **4. Recreation & Entertainment** Offering engaging activities that allow teens to relax, have fun, stay active, and enjoy recreational experiences with peers. **5. Confidence & Personal Development** Helping teens discover their strengths, try new experiences, develop problem-solving skills, and build confidence in a supportive, encouraging environment. **6. Community Engagement & Exploration** Introducing opportunities to explore community resources, participate in group outings, develop community awareness, and practice age-appropriate independence in everyday settings. Activities & Camp Experiences The Social Lounge *Where friendships and great conversations begin.* - Comfortable lounge areas for socializing and relaxing - Board games, card games, and group competitions - Conversation games and friendship-building activities - Movie afternoons and themed watch parties - Group discussions and social clubs - Collaborative games and team challenges The Game Zone *Level up your camp experience.* - Video games and friendly gaming competitions - Interactive gaming activities - Trivia tournaments and game-show challenges - Strategy games and puzzles - Team-based challenges and competitions - Indoor recreational games The Creative Studio *Your ideas. Your style. Your space.* - Painting, drawing, and creative art projects - Photography and video production - Music, dance, and karaoke - DIY projects and personalized crafts - Digital design and creative technology - Talent showcases and creative workshops The Life Skills Lab *Building confidence for everyday life.* - Cooking and snack preparation - Budgeting and money management activities - Personal organization and time management - Decision-making and problem-solving - Communication and self-advocacy - Community safety and everyday responsibilities The Adventure Club *New experiences beyond the lounge.* - Community outings and recreational trips - Parks and outdoor activities - Bowling, mini golf, and group entertainment - Community events and seasonal activities - Team-building challenges - Volunteer and community service opportunities The Wellness & Recharge Zone *Take time to reset and recharge.* - Fitness and movement activities - Yoga, stretching, and relaxation - Mindfulness and stress-management activities - Sensory-friendly recreational options - Quiet spaces for independent activities - Journaling and personal reflection Specialized Groups & Additional Support The Hangout Camp welcomes teenagers with a wide range of interests, personalities, abilities, and support needs. Our program is designed to provide an engaging social and recreational experience for all teens while offering additional support for those who may need it. **We have staff with Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) experience and backgrounds working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder, intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), and other developmental or behavioral support needs.** This experience allows our team to provide a more individualized approach to activities, communication, supervision, and participation. For teens who benefit from additional assistance, The Hangout offers specialized activity groups and individualized support options based on each participant's needs and available staffing. Support options may include: - Smaller group settings with additional staff assistance - Individualized activity modifications and accommodations - Structured routines and visual schedules - Support with communication and peer interactions - Sensory-friendly activities and quiet spaces - Positive behavior support and proactive strategies - Assistance with transitions and daily routines - Support with age-appropriate independence and life skills - Additional supervision and safety planning when appropriate Our team recognizes that every teenager has unique strengths, preferences, and goals. We work with families to understand each teen's individual needs and identify appropriate accommodations that promote meaningful participation. **Our goal is inclusion, not separation.** Specialized groups are available when additional support is beneficial, while opportunities to participate in shared camp activities and build friendships remain an important part of the experience. The Hangout is a recreational activity camp and childcare program. RBT experience does not mean that ABA therapy or other clinical treatment is provided as part of camp services. ## Flexible Camp Options The Hangout is designed to provide families with flexible, private-pay activity and supervision options for teenagers. Planned programming includes: - Hourly drop-in camp sessions - Half-day and full-day camp experiences - After-school social and recreational activities - School-break and holiday camps - Special themed activity days - Community outings and group adventures - Specialized small-group programming for teens needing additional support Camp availability, supervision arrangements, and enrollment are subject to staffing capacity, individual support needs, and applicable licensing requirements. Our Mission At The Hangout Camp, we believe every teenager deserves a place where they feel welcomed, respected, and free to be themselves. Our mission is to create an engaging, inclusive, and age-appropriate camp experience that promotes friendship, creativity, independence, confidence, and meaningful connections. Through exciting activities, community experiences, supportive staff, and opportunities for personal growth, we strive to create an environment where teens of all abilities can discover new interests, build lasting friendships, and make memories.

The Hangout Camp Teen Activity & Social Camp | Ages 13–17 **Connect. Create. Explore. Be Yourself.** Welcome to The Hangout! A place to make friends, try new things, discover your interests, and just be yourself! The Hangout Camp is a dynamic, activity-based program designed specifically for teenagers ages 13 through 17. Inspired by the relaxed, social atmosphere of popular teen hangouts and classic sitcoms like *Friends*, our camp provides a welcoming, age-appropriate space where teens can connect with peers, participate in exciting activities, explore their independence, and create lasting memories. We understand that teenagers need more than traditional childcare. They need a place where they can socialize, express themselves, explore their interests, and enjoy activities that feel relevant to their age and personalities. The Hangout combines recreation, creativity, entertainment, social experiences, and practical life skills into a flexible camp experience that encourages independence while maintaining appropriate supervision and support. Our Camp Focus **1. Friendship & Social Connections** Creating opportunities for teens to develop meaningful friendships, build social confidence, strengthen communication skills, and connect with others through shared interests and experiences. **2. Independence & Life Skills** Encouraging age-appropriate independence through decision-making, personal responsibility, organization, money management, cooking, and practical everyday skills. **3. Creativity & Self-Expression** Providing opportunities for teens to explore their interests and express themselves through music, art, technology, photography, media production, and hands-on creative projects. **4. Recreation & Entertainment** Offering engaging activities that allow teens to relax, have fun, stay active, and enjoy recreational experiences with peers. **5. Confidence & Personal Development** Helping teens discover their strengths, try new experiences, develop problem-solving skills, and build confidence in a supportive, encouraging environment. **6. Community Engagement & Exploration** Introducing opportunities to explore community resources, participate in group outings, develop community awareness, and practice age-appropriate independence in everyday settings. Activities & Camp Experiences The Social Lounge *Where friendships and great conversations begin.* - Comfortable lounge areas for socializing and relaxing - Board games, card games, and group competitions - Conversation games and friendship-building activities - Movie afternoons and themed watch parties - Group discussions and social clubs - Collaborative games and team challenges The Game Zone *Level up your camp experience.* - Video games and friendly gaming competitions - Interactive gaming activities - Trivia tournaments and game-show challenges - Strategy games and puzzles - Team-based challenges and competitions - Indoor recreational games The Creative Studio *Your ideas. Your style. Your space.* - Painting, drawing, and creative art projects - Photography and video production - Music, dance, and karaoke - DIY projects and personalized crafts - Digital design and creative technology - Talent showcases and creative workshops The Life Skills Lab *Building confidence for everyday life.* - Cooking and snack preparation - Budgeting and money management activities - Personal organization and time management - Decision-making and problem-solving - Communication and self-advocacy - Community safety and everyday responsibilities The Adventure Club *New experiences beyond the lounge.* - Community outings and recreational trips - Parks and outdoor activities - Bowling, mini golf, and group entertainment - Community events and seasonal activities - Team-building challenges - Volunteer and community service opportunities The Wellness & Recharge Zone *Take time to reset and recharge.* - Fitness and movement activities - Yoga, stretching, and relaxation - Mindfulness and stress-management activities - Sensory-friendly recreational options - Quiet spaces for independent activities - Journaling and personal reflection Specialized Groups & Additional Support The Hangout Camp welcomes teenagers with a wide range of interests, personalities, abilities, and support needs. Our program is designed to provide an engaging social and recreational experience for all teens while offering additional support for those who may need it. **We have staff with Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) experience and backgrounds working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder, intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), and other developmental or behavioral support needs.** This experience allows our team to provide a more individualized approach to activities, communication, supervision, and participation. For teens who benefit from additional assistance, The Hangout offers specialized activity groups and individualized support options based on each participant's needs and available staffing. Support options may include: - Smaller group settings with additional staff assistance - Individualized activity modifications and accommodations - Structured routines and visual schedules - Support with communication and peer interactions - Sensory-friendly activities and quiet spaces - Positive behavior support and proactive strategies - Assistance with transitions and daily routines - Support with age-appropriate independence and life skills - Additional supervision and safety planning when appropriate Our team recognizes that every teenager has unique strengths, preferences, and goals. We work with families to understand each teen's individual needs and identify appropriate accommodations that promote meaningful participation. **Our goal is inclusion, not separation.** Specialized groups are available when additional support is beneficial, while opportunities to participate in shared camp activities and build friendships remain an important part of the experience. The Hangout is a recreational activity camp and childcare program. RBT experience does not mean that ABA therapy or other clinical treatment is provided as part of camp services. ## Flexible Camp Options The Hangout is designed to provide families with flexible, private-pay activity and supervision options for teenagers. Planned programming includes: - Hourly drop-in camp sessions - Half-day and full-day camp experiences - After-school social and recreational activities - School-break and holiday camps - Special themed activity days - Community outings and group adventures - Specialized small-group programming for teens needing additional support Camp availability, supervision arrangements, and enrollment are subject to staffing capacity, individual support needs, and applicable licensing requirements. Our Mission At The Hangout Camp, we believe every teenager deserves a place where they feel welcomed, respected, and free to be themselves. Our mission is to create an engaging, inclusive, and age-appropriate camp experience that promotes friendship, creativity, independence, confidence, and meaningful connections. Through exciting activities, community experiences, supportive staff, and opportunities for personal growth, we strive to create an environment where teens of all abilities can discover new interests, build lasting friendships, and make memories.

Fall Semester Session Two (October-December) "Every child is an artist"-Pablo Picasso. This class provides classical instruction and skill building in art from a professional degreed artist. In this class your child will refine their fine motor skills as they learn to draw, paint, and sculpt, while also learning a little art history. Students produce a variety of projects with various mediums and subjects in order to learn different techniques and skills in creating art. Classes are limited in size, so sign your child up today!

Join us for a morning of art that is fun, educational and a blast of creativity! At this camp your child will get to learn about art, get their creative juices flowing, and have fun creating their own work of art. Get ready for the season and paint an adorable penguin ready for winter. Campers will paint their unique artwork using acrylic paint on an 8x10 canvas board. Your child will come home with a completed work of art ready for display. Spaces are limited. Save your child's spot by registering today!

Creative Camp (Ages 3-5) Let your little one’s imagination soar at Flip Out Creative Camp! Designed for ages 3-5, this camp is all about fun, creativity, and learning through play. Each day, campers will: Boost gross motor skills with playful gymnastics and movement activities Explore their creativity with fine motor skills like drawing, painting, and cutting with scissors Build friendships and develop social skills while engaging in group activities Get a head start on kindergarten readiness with fun introductions to letters, numbers, and more Our daily activities include: Music and movement Arts and crafts Gymnastics fun Playful learning of the alphabet and numbers Organized outdoor games All campers must be potty trained.

Fall Semester Session Two (October-December) Exercise the imagination and build creativity at the Art House. This class is designed for Kindergarten through 2nd grade aged children to help them learn and develop fine motor skills through creating art! Your child will practice using scissors, holding a pencil and paint brush, and much more through drawing, painting, and sculpting. Students produce a variety of projects with various mediums and subjects in order to learn different techniques and skills in creating art. Classes are limited in sizes so sign your child up today!

The High School Digital Art class at The Atelier School of Art is a one-hour session designed for teens looking to refine their digital art skills using iPads and Procreate. This class covers advanced techniques in digital painting, illustration, character design, and concept art, with a focus on composition, lighting, shading, and storytelling. Students are encouraged to develop their personal style while working on creative projects that help build a strong digital portfolio.

The Middle School Digital Art class at The Atelier School of Art is a one-hour session for ages 11-13, focusing on developing digital drawing and painting skills using iPads and Procreate. Students explore advanced layering, brush techniques, shading, lighting, and character design, while also learning about composition and storytelling in digital art. This class encourages creativity and technical growth, preparing students for more complex digital art techniques.

Our Pottery Classes at The Atelier School of Art provide a hands-on experience in clay sculpting and ceramics, tailored to different age groups and skill levels. Younger students (ages 6 and up) will focus on basic hand-building techniques such as pinch pots, coiling, and slab construction, helping them develop foundational skills in working with clay. Older students will have the opportunity to explore more advanced techniques, including wheel-throwing, glazing, and surface decoration. With guidance from experienced instructors, students will create unique, functional, and decorative pieces while learning about form, texture, and craftsmanship. Whether learning the basics or refining their technique, students in our pottery program will gain confidence, creativity, and an appreciation for the art of ceramics in a fun and supportive environment!

Join us for a morning of art that is fun, functional, and a blast of creativity! At this camp your child will get to learn about art, get their creative juices flowing, and have fun creating their own work of art. Spaces are limited. Save your child's spot by registering today!

Join us for a morning of art that is fun, functional, and a blast of creativity! At this camp your child will get to learn about art, get their creative juices flowing, and have fun creating their own work of art. Spaces are limited. Save your child's spot by registering today!

Join us for an afternoon of art that is fun, functional, and a blast of creativity! At this camp your child will get to learn about art, get their creative juices flowing, and have fun creating their own work of art. Spaces are limited. Save your child's spot by registering today!

Join us for an afternoon of art that is fun, functional, and a blast of creativity! At this camp your child will get to learn about art, get their creative juices flowing, and have fun creating their own work of art. Spaces are limited. Save your child's spot by registering today!

Join us for an afternoon of art that is fun, functional, and a blast of creativity! At this camp your child will get to learn about art, get their creative juices flowing, and have fun creating their own work of art. Spaces are limited. Save your child's spot by registering today!

Join us for a morning of art that is fun, functional, and a blast of creativity! At this camp your child will get to learn about art, get their creative juices flowing, and have fun creating their own work of art. Spaces are limited. Save your child's spot by registering today!

Join us for an afternoon of art that is fun, functional, and a blast of creativity! At this camp your child will get to learn about art, get their creative juices flowing, and have fun creating their own work of art. Spaces are limited. Save your child's spot by registering today!

Join us for an afternoon of art that is fun, functional, and a blast of creativity! At this camp your child will get to learn about art, get their creative juices flowing, and have fun creating their own work of art. Spaces are limited. Save your child's spot by registering today!

Join us for an afternoon of art that is fun, functional, and a blast of creativity! At this camp your child will get to learn about art, get their creative juices flowing, and have fun creating their own work of art. Spaces are limited. Save your child's spot by registering today!

In Drawing/Painting Class we will create a variety of fine art projects focusing on technique and style, composition, brushwork, and systematic practice. KVArteest will give input on our subject matter, as we together decide what we want to learn.

Designed for young artists who are ready to move beyond the basics, Art Club offers more time to explore techniques, experiment with materials, and take on thoughtfully designed creative challenges. Throughout the session, artists will work with a variety of mediums—including painting, drawing, printmaking, mixed media, sculpture, clay, and more. We’ll begin building foundational art skills while encouraging personal style, creative decision-making, and plenty of imaginative exploration. Each project will be guided but open-ended, giving artists the freedom to make their work truly their own. This class is a wonderful fit for kids who love creating and are ready to develop their skills in a supportive, process-focused studio environment.

Let your child’s imagination come to life in this fun and inspiring weekly art class! Each session features a new theme and introduces young artists to a variety of materials, techniques, and creative styles. From painting and drawing to mixed media projects, children will explore, create, and express themselves in exciting new ways. Our thoughtfully designed, multi-step projects help develop fine motor skills, creativity, and confidence—while encouraging each child’s unique artistic voice. Best of all, every student will complete and take home a one-of-a-kind masterpiece each class! Important Policies: No refunds or credits. Make-up classes only.