ANCHORAGE YOUTH HIKING & EXPEDITION CLUB
Location: Alaska Backcountry Trips/State Parks
Grades/Age: Ages 12-18 - Cost: TBA - contact us with group requests
Description: Into the Woods Alaska is offering hiking, camping and expedition programs for youth ages 12-18. Daily hiking trips will offer workshops for youth to gain new backcountry skill sets, while camping/expedition trips will guide youth toward self-sufficiency and a set of wilderness safety skills that will last a lifetime. For camping, we will provide each kid with their own bivvy sack, making it easy to social distance and have privacy, while keeping the bugs out. We will plan the logistics, food and supplies needed for our trips, but these trips will be all about getting kids to do things for themselves. Youth participants will level up their Alaska outdoor skills, dive into environmental science and build friendships, teamwork and self-sufficiency. 100% outdoors, 100% authentically Alaskan, place-based outdoor and environmental education through experiential, hands-on learning. Details TBA - contact us if you are interested in getting a group going, and stay posted - we will announce trip opportunities on our website soon!
Dates and Times: TBA - contact us with group requests | TBA - contact us with group requests
Contact: Kristina and Dan, 907-406- 5651; [email protected]; www.intothewoodsalaska.com • • •
BALLET STORY CAMP: CINDERELLA
Location: Alaska Dance Theatre Inc., Anchorage Grades/Age: Ages 4-6 - Cost: $290
Description: An enchanted week awaits your child! Based on the classical ballet of Cinderella, this is a great opportunity for your tiny dancer to learn the story of this traditional ballet and its music, while also exploring the concepts of movement. Each day there will be a creative movement class, a nutritious snack, craft time and choreography. The week will end with a little performance of Cinderella. Alaska Dance Theatre Inc. is a nonprofit school of dance serving Alaskans since 1980. Best of Alaska, Dance School First Place, Anchorage Daily News. #1 Dance School, Anchorage Press. Highly structured curriculum covering Russian, French, Italian ballet. Many other dance styles available.
Dates and Times: May 24-27 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Contact: 907-277- 9591; [email protected]; www.alaskadancetheatre.org • • •
THE ALASKA CLUB CAMPS
Location: The Alaska Club South and East, Anchorage; Eagle River; and Fairbanks South
Grades/Age: Ages 5-12 - Cost: Standard hours: $184/week for members; $204/week for nonmembers; $50/day for members; $55/day for nonmembers; Includes Extended Hours: $244/week for members; $264/ week for nonmembers; $62/day for members; $67/day for nonmembers
Description: At camp we explore, play and grow. The Alaska Club Camps aim to keep our campers active and having fun all year long! Full week and single day options available. Every day features a variety of hands-on, age-appropriate activities where everyone has the opportunity to experience sports, arts and crafts, outdoor activities and daily swimming. Your kids will have fun, get their energy out and build memorable friendships. Why choose The Alaska Club Summer Camp: - Experienced counselors - High Safety Standards - Daily Swimming - Flexible Hours - Award Winning* *Awarded Best of Alaska Camp four years running
Dates and Times: May 24-Aug. 13 | Standard hours: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Extended hours: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Contact: 907-365-7393; https://thealaskaclub.campbrainregistration.com • • •
THE DOME SUMMER CAMP
Location: 6501 Changepoint Drive, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 6-12 - Cost: $84/day; $259/week; $2,499/summer
Description: This summer, join us at The Dome for an amazing summer camp run by our incredible staff! Open to children ages 6 to 12, our day camp provides a summer filled with games, creative activities and sports! Every day at The Dome’s summer camp features a wide range of group activities, focused on everything from athletic movement to creative exploration. Kids will have a terrific experience each day with opportunities to grow emotionally, mentally, and physically. Some popular activities ready for this summer are bingo, remote control cars and laser tag! Learn more and sign up on our website at thedome.us. We hope to see you this summer!
Dates and Times: May 24-Aug. 13 | 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Contact: David Registe, Director of Programs, [email protected] • • • TRAILSIDE DISCOVERY CAMP
Location: Anchorage: Kincaid Bunker, Ruth Arcand Park, Lidia Selkregg Chalet; Eagle River: Beach Lake Chalet; Palmer: Mat-Su Lakes State Recreation Area
Grades/Age: Ages 4-16 - Cost: Start at $320/week; one time non-refundable registration fee, $60
Description: Trailside Discovery Camp is an award-winning camp program in Alaska that provides a broad range of outdoor environmental education experiences for students ages 4 to 16 from all economic, social and cultural backgrounds. We provide summer camps at a variety of locations in Anchorage and Palmer. We also offer special winter and spring programs during school breaks.
Dates and Times: May 24-Aug. 13 | 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Contact: [email protected] • • •
AURORA KIDS WEEKLY THEMED GYMNASTICS CAMP
Location: Aurora Kids Gymnastics, 1120 Huffman Road, #8, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 3 and older - Cost: $40/child per camp block
Description: Half-day summer camps for kids ages 3-6 and 6 years and older. Weekly themes. Morning and afternoon times available for ages 3-6 with Pirates and Princesses, Superheroes and Villains, Pets and Dinosaurs, and more. Afternoons for ages 6 and older. Rotating themes of Ninja Warrior, Circus Arts, Parkour and Gymnastics. Flexible scheduling, and open gym add-ons at a discount. Dates and Times: May 24-Aug. 14 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 1-4 p.m.
Contact: Aurora Kids Gymnastics, 907-345-0093; www.aurorakidsak.com • • •
INTO THE WOODS ALASKA’S “COYOTES”
Location: Alternating between Hillside and Kincaid; “odd” weeks at Hillside and “even” weeks at Kincaid, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 7-12 - Cost: $275/weekly session; 10% sibling discount available
Description: The “Coyotes” - an outdoor program for 7-12 year old adventurers. Two-three days of moutain biking during each weekly session. Youth gain physical strength and technical know-how of different ways to recreate in and access our local Alaska wild spaces. Kids level up their Alaska outdoor skills, dive into environmental science and build friendships, teamwork and self-sufficiency. 100% outdoors, 100% authentically Alaskan, place-based outdoor and environmental education through experiential, hands-on and developmentally appropriate learning. Weekly themes include outdoor and environmental science studies. 10% sibling discount for all programs.
Dates and Times: May 24-Aug. 20; weekly sessions | 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Early drop off at 8 a.m. available.
Contact: Kristina and Dan, 907-406- 5651; [email protected]; www.intothewoodsalaska.com • • •
INTO THE WOODS ALASKA’S “WOLF PUPS” Location: Alternating between Hillside and Kincaid; “odd” weeks at Hillside and “even” weeks at Kincaid, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 4-6 - Cost: $325/weekly session; 10% sibling discount available
Description: The “Wolf Pups” - an outdoor program for 4-6 year old explorers. Single drop-in days available. A long “siesta and story time” for around 2 hours in the afternoon to recharge our little ones for a big day playing outside. Youth level up their Alaska outdoor skills, dive into environmental science and build friendships, teamwork and self-sufficiency. 100% outdoors, 100% authentically Alaskan, place-based outdoor and environmental education through experiential, hands-on and developmentally appropriate learning. Weekly themes include outdoor and environmental science studies. 10% sibling discount for all programs.
Dates and Times: May 24-Aug. 20; weekly sessions and daily drop-ins available | 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Early drop off at 8 a.m. available
Contact: Kristina and Dan, 907-406- 5651; [email protected]; www.intothewoodsalaska.com • • •
JUNIOR GOLF CAMPS
Location: Anchorage Golf Course, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 6-9; Ages 10-15 - Cost: $150/student
Description: Junior Golf Camps at Anchorage Golf Course for 2021. Must be registered and purchase camps online at anchoragegolfcourse.com under lessons tab for junior golf. Camps are limited to eight kid per class, so sign up early! Due to COVID-19, all students must wear a mask and follow social distancing.
Dates and Times: Session 1: May 25-28, June 1-4, June 8-11, June 15-18, June 22-25, June 29-July 2; Session 2: July 13-16, July 20-23, July 27-30, Aug. 3-6, Aug. 10-13 | Ages 6-9: Tuesday-Friday, 8:30-10 a.m.; Ages 10-15, Tuesday-Friday, 10:15-11:45 a.m.
Contact: Sam Bomar, 907-350-2629; anchoragegolfcourse.com • • •
SUMMER DAY CAMP!
Location: The Salvation Army Community Center, 1701 C Street, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 4-12 - Cost: $190/week; $745/month; Childcare Assistance accepted and sibling discounts available
Description: Full days of summer fun! Weekly field trips, daily outdoor adventures, arts and crafts, professional kids fitness classes, kid-oriented Bible lessons, nutritious meals and snacks, and more! We are a City-licensed, caring Christian environment, with professionally trained staff.
Dates and Times: May 31-Aug. 6 | Weekdays, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Contact: Taja, 907-375-3583; [email protected] • • •
TENNIS CAMP
Location: Teaching at multiple tennis courts around Anchorage Grades/Age: Ages 8 and older - Cost: Cost varies depending on lesson type: private, semi-private and groups
Description: Offering summer tennis clinics, tennis group lessons and private tennis lessons. If you’re looking to start playing or continuing to learn the game of tennis, contact Haines Sports by emailing [email protected].
Dates and Times: May-Sept. | For times, visit www.hainessports.com
Contact: [email protected]; www.hainessports.com • • •
ALASKA ROCK GYM SUMMER CLIMBING CAMP FOR KIDS
Location: Alaska Rock Gym, 665 East 33rd Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 4-15 - Cost: $99/three-day session
Description: A climbing and activity camp for kids and young teens. A great introduction to indoor climbing for first timers, and an opportunity to advance skills and climb harder for repeat campers. Kids increase personal fitness, gain confidence and have lots of fun. Low instructor to student ratio and a fast-paced tempo keeps kids active and engaged.
Dates and Times: Tuesday-Thursday, weekly thru the summer starting June 1; morning and afternoon sessions | Morning session: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; Afternoon session: 1-3 p.m.
Contact: 907-562-7265; [email protected] • • • CREATE ACADEMY: GREEN THUMB GARDENERS
Location: Pacific Northern Academy, 2511 Sentry Drive, Suite 100, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades K, 1-2, 3-4, 5-6 - Cost: $248
Description: Grow something beautiful or delicious in this fun and hands-on camp! Dig in the dirt, sift soil between your fingers, make a mud pie. Get your hands dirty as you plant your own organic container garden - full of beautiful flowers or delicious vegetables and herbs. We will plant nasturtiums, lettuce, peas, beans, zucchini and more! Learn why some plants grow better in a greenhouse and make a mini greenhouse to take home. Plant a flower and vegetable garden that will grow in the sun outside PNA all summer long.
Dates and Times: June 1-4 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Extended care available 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Contact: 907-333- 1080; [email protected]; pacificnorthern.org/create-academy/ • • •
ALASKA BOTANICAL GARDEN SUMMER CAMP
Location: Alaska Botanical Garden, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 5-15 - Cost: $165-$270
Description: Join us this summer for a variety of fun and engaging summer camps at the Garden, including Junior Gardeners, Budding Artists and more!
Date/Time: June-July | 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Contact: 907-770- 3692; [email protected]; http://www.alaskabg.org/ • • •
SUMMER FUN CLUB
Location: Rabbit Creek Elementary, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 5-12 - Cost: $200/week for the first child; $180/week for siblings
Description: Come join us for a fantastic summer! This long running program is held at Rabbit Creek Elementary where we have three local parks within walking distance. On any given day, your child might be biking - ages 5-9 stay on campus, ages 10-12 bike off campus - visiting a park or participating in a myriad of activities, such as: cooking, science, arts and crafts, gym and outdoor games, nature walks or hanging out with friends. SFC staff are experienced, creative, energetic and receive more than 30 hours of training, which include COVID-19 mitigation strategies. We look forward to a marvelous summer with your child. Operated by: Rabbit Creek Community Assoc. (RCCA)
Dates and Times: Dates: Mondays-Thursdays, June 1-July 29 | 7:30 a.m. - 5:45 p.m.
Contact: 907-742- 5722; [email protected]; rabbitcreekchildcare.com • • •
CAMP FIRE’S SUMMER ADVENTURE CAMP
Location: Anchorage; Eagle River Grades/Age: Grades 1-7; Ages 6-12 - Cost: $300/week; accepts Child Care Assistance
Description: Discover fun! Our most flexible and accessible, licensed program runs all day at several elementary schools in Anchorage and Eagle River. Join us for one week, a month or the whole summer! Each day features a variety of hands-on activities including sports, arts and crafts, cooking, science and community involvement. If you want your child to get outside, learn new skills, make new friends, play hard and have quiet time, then this is the camp for you. Scholarships and more information at www.campfireak.org.
Date/Time: Monday-Friday, June 1-July 30 | 7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; 6 p.m. in Eagle River
Contact: www.campfireak.org • • •
CREATE ACADEMY AT PNA
Location: Pacific Northern Academy, 2511 Sentry Drive, Suite 100, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 5-11; Grades K, 1-2, 3-4, 5-6 - Cost: $310/Camp
Description: It’s full STEAM ahead at Create Academy, the place where science, art and technology collide with a whole lot of creativity. Immerse yourself in the creative process and learn new skills to take your creations to a whole new level. Collaborate in groups to develop an innovative solution to tackle real world challenges. Let your inner inventor shine during open create time in the Makerspace. Adaptability is one of the key skills we teach at Create Academy and the 2020 summer camp season put it to the test. Our program was revamped to meet new COVID-19 health protocols, and was a huge success! Since then, PNA has continued to adapt our practices to provide a safe in-person school experience all year. For the 2021 summer season, we are offering an exciting lineup of camp topics, all developed with COVID-19 protocols in mind.
Dates and Times: June 1-July 30 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Extended Day Care available 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Contact: 907-333- 1080; [email protected]; pacificnorthern.org/create-academy/ • • •
ANCHORAGE COOPERATIVE PRESCHOOL SUMMER CAMP
Location: 3031 Latouche Street, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 3-5 - Cost: $300/month, morning only; $300/month, afternoon pre-K only; $540/month, full day program
Description: Anchorage Cooperative Preschool is excited to offer, for the first time in its 50-year history, a Summer Program. With a child-centered approach we will wonder, what will inspire us ... orienteering, wildlife viewing, experimenting, exploring, imagining, gardening, fishing, biking ... what do we want to learn so we are confident with what lies ahead ... phonological awareness, alphabet knowledge, writing, number sense and geometry, scientific process and getting along with others. Join us, indoors and out, on campus and off, rain or shine, for a child and family-inspired response to a summer Where Families and Children Learn Together.
Dates and Times: Weekly, Tuesday-Thursday, June-Aug. | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 12- 3 p.m.; 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Contact: 907-279-0923 • • • RECTENNIS SUMMER CAMPS
Location: Delaney Park, Anchorage; West High School, Anchorage; Colony High School, Palmer
Grades/Age: Ages 5 and older - Cost: $42-$105/week; Next Level Tennis starts at $15/day
Description: RecTennis’ mission: To provide each participant the opportunity to develop tennis and life skills at their own rate in a fun, safe, supportive and encouraging environment. We offer weekly camps 1.5 hours to 4 hours daily in length. The 4-hour camp includes a variety of activities. We provide all equipment. Scholarships available. Register at www.RecTennis.com.
Dates and Times: June-Aug. | Varies
Contact: Dana Griffin, [email protected]; www.RecTennis.com • • •
SPENARD COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER SUMMER DAY CAMP
Location: Spenard Recreation Center, 2020 West 48th Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 6-12 - Cost: $190 per child per week; Childcare Assistance accepted
Description: The Spenard Rec Summer Day Camp is a licensed full-day camp for children ages 6-12. Activities include but are not limited to: swimming and water safety, personal safety, outdoor recreation, sports and games, arts and crafts, hiking, field trips, bicycling and a host of other activities. It is a positive summer program for kids that will help build self esteem, friendships, skills and a basis for making positive recreational choices throughout a lifetime. Social skills such as consistent use of manners, resolving conflicts, accepting responsibility, natural cause and effect and playing effectively with others will be encouraged, along with the developmental skills that are appropriate for each child’s age and maturity level at all age levels.
Dates and Times: Monday-Friday, June 1-Aug. 6 | 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Contact: Dorena Bingham, 907-343-4368; cell 907-830-2906; Teri Desy, 907- 343-4247 • • •
FOX HOLLOW JUNIOR GOLF
Location: Fox Hollow Golf Course and Sports and Dome, 11801 Brayton Drive, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Age 6-15 - Cost: $125
Description: Junior golf lessons
Dates and Times: June 1-Aug. 10 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Contact: Cathi, [email protected] • • •
2021 JUNIOR LEARN TO ROW
Location: Pool TBD and on Sand Lake, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 12-18; Completed grades 6 - 12 - Cost: $125 Description: Participants will learn the basics of rowing with certified coaches on Sand Lake. Camp begins with a mandatory pool session on June 5 to cover safety and introduce technique. June 7-11, campers will be rowing at Sand Lake.
Dates and Times: June 5 at a local pool TBD; June 7-11 at Sand Lake | 9-11 a.m. at the pool; 3-5 p.m. at Sand Lake
Contact: [email protected]; anchoragerowing.com/classes • • •
GREAT ALASKA COLLEGE SHOWCASE - FEMALE HOCKEY
Location: Royal Business Systems Ice Center (O’Malley Sports Center), 11111 O’Malley Center Drive, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Females ages 12 - college; Comp level skaters (or soon to be) *Under 12 with permission - Cost: $400; Register online at http://link2cart.com/ejnlmg
Description: Be coached by some of the world’s best coaches and show your skills to Division I and Division III NCAA College coaches. Includes 16 hours of ice time, skills, games, FST, updated dryland techniques, nutrition, college, national team and pro information and advice. Space is limited to 60 players and 6 goalies. Register online: http://link2cart.com/ejnlmg.
Dates and Times: June 7-10 | Day one: 3-6 p.m,; Days two-four: 7 a.m. - 1 p.m., subject to adjustment
Contact: Cristy Hickel, 907-351- 5545; [email protected]; http://link2cart.com/ejnlmg • • • CREATE ACADEMY: WRITER’S WORKSHOP, GRAPHIC NOVELS
Location: Pacific Northern Academy, 2511 Sentry Drive, Suite 100, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades 3-4, 5-6 - Cost: $310
Description: Calling all aspiring writers, novelists and illustrators! Do you love graphic novels? Are you full of imagination and always telling stories? In this camp, YOU become the author. Through creative writing activities, quick sketches and improv games, bring your ideas and inspiration to life. Create colorful hand-drawn or digital illustrations to make your story come alive! At the end of camp, publish your story to share with others.
Dates and Times: Grades 3-4, June 7-11; Grades 5-6, June 14-18 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Extended care available 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Contact: 907-333- 1080; [email protected]; pacificnorthern.org/create-academy/ • • •
CREATE ACADEMY: READY, SET, SEW!
Location: Pacific Northern Academy, 2511 Sentry Drive, Suite 100, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades K, 1-2, 3-4, 5-6 - Cost: $310; $15 supply fee
Description: Students will learn to sew buttons, simple embroidery and necessary hand sewing skills as they make various projects such as stuffed animals, pillows, games and more. The skills and tools used will be differentiated by age level/ability. Each student will receive a sewing kit to take home. Dates and Times: Grades 1-2, June 7-11; Grade K, June 14-18; Grades 5-6, June 21-25; Grades 3-4, June 28-July 2 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Extended care available 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Contact: 907-333- 1080; [email protected]; pacificnorthern.org/create-academy/ • • •
CREATE ACADEMY: SWIRLING SCULPTURES
Location: Pacific Northern Academy, 2511 Sentry Drive, Suite 100, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades K, 1-2, 3-4, 5-6 - Cost: $310
Description: Art and engineering combine to create crazy contraptions and magnificent mobiles. Using balance, energy and design, build large scale moving sculptures that twirl in the breeze or ball machines that seem to defy gravity. Find inspiration in artists Alexander Calder, Anne Lilly and George Rhoads, who designed the ball machine sculpture Calliope Borealic at the Anchorage Museum. *This camp is adapted from a curriculum developed by the Edgerton Center at MIT.
Dates and Times: Grade K, June 7-11; Grades 1-2, June 14-18; Grades 3-4, June 21-25; Grades 5-6, June 28-July 2 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Extended care available 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Contact: 907-333- 1080; [email protected]; pacificnorthern.org/create-academy/ • • •
CREATE ACADEMY: FUTURE ENGINEERS Location: Pacific Northern Academy, 2511 Sentry Drive, Suite 100, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades K, 1-2, 3-4, 5-6 - Cost: $310
Description: Tackle daily engineering challenges and learn how engineers create and build structures, products and systems. Solve problems with your inventions! Using the engineering design process, design, create, test and refine the fastest racer. Learn about friction, force, motion and propulsion techniques to make your car move.
Dates and Times: Grades 5-6, June 7-11; Grade K June 28-July 2; Grades 1-2 and 3-4, July 12-16 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Extended care available 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Contact: 907-333- 1080; [email protected]; pacificnorthern.org/create-academy/ • • •
CREATE ACADEMY: MINDSTORM ROBOTICS, BEGINNER- ADVANCED
Location: Pacific Northern Academy, 2511 Sentry Drive, Suite 100, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades 3-6 - Cost: $310
Description: Build robots that move, spin, push, light up and make sounds. Program them with visual drag-and-drop programming software. Design robots to complete simple and challenging tasks like driving through a maze. The project will expand and vary upon previous weeks. Each student will work individually using a LEGO® MINDSTORMS EV3 kit. *This camp is designed for students who have some experience with LEGO®Mindstorms robotics. Dates and Times: Grades 3-5, June 7-11, June 21-25, July 12-16; Grades 4-6, June 14-18, June 28-July 2, July 19-23 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Extended care available 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Contact: 907-333- 1080; [email protected]; pacificnorthern.org/create-academy/ • • •
CREATE ACADEMY: LEGO® ROBOTICS: MILO MAKERS
Location: Pacific Northern Academy, 2511 Sentry Drive, Suite 100, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades K-3 - Cost: $310
Description: Build robots that spin, push or respond to sound. Program them with visual drag-and-drop programming software. Design robots to complete simple and challenging tasks like animals that move or vehicles with sounds and lights. Campers will work individually using Beebots or LEGO® Education WeDo kits. *This camp is designed for students who are new or have little experience with LEGO® WeDo robotics.
Dates and Times: Grades 1-2, June 7-11; Grades 2-3, June 14-18; Grades K-1, June 21-25, July 19-23; Grades 1-3, July 12-16, July 26-30 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Extended care available 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Contact: 907-333- 1080; [email protected]; pacificnorthern.org/create-academy/ • • •
GIRL SCOUTS OF ALASKA CAMPS Location: Anchorage; Chugiak; Wasilla; Virtual
Grades/Age: Grades K-12 in the fall - Cost: Starting at $280
Description: Welcome to the wonderful world of Girl Scout camp! Our camps are open to all girls, regardless of whether they are current Girl Scout members. This year, we are offering in-person day camps in Wasilla, Anchorage and Chugiak, and “virtual” Camp-in-a-Box programs with activities that can be done from home, anywhere! This year’s virtual camps are open to girls all over the U.S. See the camp catalog for more details. Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. Girl Scout camp programs are designed to help girls discover the world around them, connect with other campers and take action in their own lives and communities. That’s what leadership is all about!
Dates and Times: June 7-Aug. 13
Contact: 907-248- 2250; [email protected]; www.girlscoutsalaska.org/camps • • •
ANCHORAGE YOUTH COURT LAW & LEADERSHIP SUMMER PROGRAM 2021
Location: Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades 7-12 - Cost: $200; Tiered pricing available
Description: Do you want to learn about your rights while enjoying the Alaska outdoors this summer? Become a part of the Anchorage Youth Court Law & Leadership Summer Program 2021! Through this program you will learn about the American justice system while participating in outdoor activities, attending guest speaker presentations, and receiving volunteer credit hours! The AYC Law & Leadership Summer Program is an excellent opportunity for middle school and high school students of Anchorage, Eagle River and Chugiak to connect with their peers while taking their learning outside of the classroom.
Dates and Times: Tuesday and Thursdays, June 8-July 1 | 12:45-3:30 p.m.
Contact: Anchorage Youth Court, 907-274- 5986; [email protected]; www.anchorageyouthcourt.org • • •
FREE SUMMER SOCCER CAMP
Location: To Be Determined
Grades/Age: Grades 1-8 - Cost: Free
Description: Summer soccer camp for boys and girls! No experience required. A fun opportunity to learn the fundamental skills and techniques to be a better soccer player and enjoy fitness outdoors. Through drills, competitions and game play each athlete will have hands-on training with experienced soccer players and fitness coaches. We will provide all the equipment. Please bring own water bottle and athletic shoes/attire to play. Sponsored by Anchorage Lutheran Church.
Dates and Times: June 14-17 | 1-3 p.m.
Contact: 907-272-5323 • • •
MULTI-STYLE DANCE CAMP - BEGINNERS Location: Alaska Dance Theatre Inc., Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 7-12 - Cost: $390
Description: A little bit of everything, designed for the beginner! Enjoy learning the basics of modern, jazz and ballet in a relaxed and non-competitive class that encourages freedom of movement. Students will also participate in daily arts and crafts, and be provided a healthy snack. A great way to try something new and make new friends! This week concludes with a performance exhibition showcasing our student’s accomplishments. Alaska Dance Theatre Inc. is a nonprofit school of dance serving Alaskans since 1980. Best of Alaska, Dance School First Place, Anchorage Daily News. #1 Dance School, Anchorage Press. Highly structured curriculum covering Russian, French, Italian ballet. Many other dance styles available.
Dates and Times: June 14-18 | 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Contact: 907-277- 9591; [email protected]; www.alaskadancetheatre.org • • •
ROCKY RAILWAY VBS
Location: Anchorage Lutheran Church, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades Preschool-5 - Cost: Free
Description: At Rocky Railway VBS, kids discover Jesus’ power can pull them through life’s ups and downs. Filled with incredible Bible centered learning that kids can see, hear, touch and taste! Join us for the fun!
Dates and Times: June 14-18 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Contact: 907-272-5323 • • •
THE ART OF ACROBATICS INTENSIVE - BEGINNERS
Location: Alaska Dance Theatre Inc., Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 7-12 - Cost: $390
Description: Come out and develop your acrobatic, gymnastic, flexibility and creative skills! Each day includes classes in strength and conditioning, tumbling and tricks, as well as classes in jazz and lyrical dance. Time will be spent spent one-on-one to practice specialty skills unique to each dancer’s abilities before integrating our progress into an Acro-Jazz dance combination! Add in some arts and crafts, costume design, and plenty of inspiration and you will have a full day of the life of a circus dancer! The week concludes with a performance exhibition showcasing our student’s accomplishments. Alaska Dance Theatre Inc. is a nonprofit school of dance serving Alaskans since 1980. Best of Alaska, Dance School First Place, Anchorage Daily News. #1 Dance School, Anchorage Press. Highly structured curriculum covering Russian, French, Italian ballet. Many other dance styles available.
Dates and Times: June 14-18 | 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Contact: 907-277- 9591; [email protected]; www.alaskadancetheatre.org • • •
CREATE ACADEMY: 3D PRINTING AND DESIGN
Location: Pacific Northern Academy, 2511 Sentry Drive, Suite 100, Anchorage Grades/Age: Grades 3-4, 5-6 - Cost: $310
Description: Design cars, jewelry, picture frames and more! Using the engineering design process - design, create, test and refine a variety of objects. Develop spatial awareness and learn to draw objects using a 3D modeling software created for students, then use a 3D printer to bring your best idea into reality. Each student will be able to 3D print one of their designs. *Due to printing time, items may need to be picked up at a later date.
Dates and Times: Grades 3-4, June 14-18; Grades 5-6, July 12-16 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Extended care available 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Contact: 907-333- 1080; [email protected]; pacificnorthern.org/create-academy/ • • •
SPYDER SUMMER SOCCER
Location: Service High and Trailside Elementary schools, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 3-14 - Cost: $70/U4; $90/U6-U14
Description: For more than 30 years, SPYDER Soccer has provided summer fun and skill development for kids ages 3-14. This 100% volunteer organization is a neighborhood program geared toward movement, fun and being outdoors; we emphasize family involvement. Teams are coed, Monday and Wednesday nights, weekends are free. Choose the age group that works best for you. May request friends. Cost includes jersey, party, medals, etc. register online at www.spydersoccer.com; Registration ends May 21, space is limited.
Dates and Times: Monday-Wednesday, June 16-July 21 | U4, 5:30 p.m.; U6- U14, 6-8 p.m. Contact: Cristy, [email protected]; www.spydersoccer.com • • •
CREATE ACADEMY: ANIMAL ADVENTURES
Location: Pacific Northern Academy, 2511 Sentry Drive, Suite 100, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades K, 1-2 - Cost: $310
Description: From the Toco Toucan to the Aye-Aye of Africa, our planet is full of unique creatures. Explore the clever ways animals from near and far survive harsh winters, scorching deserts and the deepest, darkest depths of the ocean. Learn about the stealthy hunters and hearty herbivores that call colder climates home.
Dates and Times: June 21-25 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Extended care available 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Contact: 907-333- 1080; [email protected]; pacificnorthern.org/create-academy/ • • •
BIKE CLUB - BEGINNERS/ADVANCED BEGINNERS
Location: Alternating between Hillside and Kincaid; “odd” weeks at Hillside and “even” weeks at Kincaid, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 7-12 - Cost: $185/weekly session; $48.50/day
Description: Join us for mountain biking fun! Our little shredders will level up their bike skills and technical know-how. This group is for beginning and/or advanced beginning riders who are just getting comfortable riding mountain bikes and single track trails. We will go over skills and techniques, bike maintenance and care, and how to pack for different types of trips. We offer half- day programs for this group. If you are looking for a full-day summer camp for this level, our regular summer camp program, Coyotes, ages 7-12, includes two- three days of mountain biking each weekly session. These camps are guaranteed to raise your rider’s skillset while also increasing their endurance and strength.
Dates and Times: June 21-Aug. 20; weekly sessions and daily drop-ins available. | Mondays-Fridays, 9:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m.
Contact: Kristina and Dan, 907-406- 5651; [email protected]; www.intothewoodsalaska.com • • •
BIKE CLUB - INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED RIDERS
Location: Alternating between Hillside and Kincaid; “odd” weeks at Hillside and “even” weeks at Kincaid, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 13-16 - Cost: $185/week; $48.50/day
Description: This group is for intermediate/advanced riders, ages 13-16, who are very comfortable riding mountain bikes and single track trails and ready to level up to an advanced skill set. We will go over skills and techniques, bike maintenance and care, and how to pack for different types of trips. We offer afternoon half-day programs for this group. This program is guaranteed to raise your rider’s skillset while also increasing their endurance and strength.
Dates and Times: June 21-Aug. 20; weekly sessions and daily drop- ins | Mondays-Fridays, 2-6 p.m. Contact: Kristina and Dan, 907-406- 5651; [email protected]; www.intothewoodsalaska.com • • •
FLOWER FAIRY DANCE CAMP
Location: Alaska Dance Theatre Inc., Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 4-6 - Cost: $290
Description: Enter the enchanted garden of fairies, gnomes and forest creatures. Your little fairy or gnome will delight in discovering movement and music in this magical camp. Dance your way through each day with dance class, art projects, games and snacks. The week ends with a magical performance! Alaska Dance Theatre Inc. is a nonprofit school of dance serving Alaskans since 1980. Best of Alaska, Dance School First Place, Anchorage Daily News. #1 Dance School, Anchorage Press. Highly structured curriculum covering Russian, French, Italian ballet. Other awesome dance styles available.
Dates and Times: June 28-July 1 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Contact: 907-277- 9591; [email protected]; www.alaskadancetheatre.org • • •
CREATE ACADEMY: SCIENCE EXPLORERS
Location: Pacific Northern Academy, 2511 Sentry Drive, Suite 100, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades K, 1-2 - Cost: $310 Description: Put on a lab coat and goggles and experiment like a chemist in a lab. Using the scientific method, discover the properties of solids, liquids and gases, and make clever concoctions, mysterious mixtures and supersaturated solutions. Make slime, oobleck and crazy chemical reactions.
Dates and Times: Grades 1-2, June 28-July 2; Grade K, July 19-23 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Extended care available 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Contact: 907-333- 1080; [email protected]; pacificnorthern.org/create-academy/ • • •
2021 GIRLS SUMMER CAMP “EVERYTHING SERIES”
Location: Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 10-15 - Cost: $400
Description: If you have a daughter age 10-15 who is looking to get their feet wet and enjoy a summer making new friends and participating in a variety of short adventures, then the Fishe FUNdamentals Girls Summer Camp is the place for her! Once a week on Wednesdays, June 30 through July 21, your daughter will get to enjoy being able to partake in various activities, such as indoor rock climbing and hiking! It will be the perfect introduction to our following camp, where we will cast ourselves into the world of fly fishing in the second half of the summer!
Dates and Times: Wednesdays; June 30, July 7, 14, 21 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Contact: Libby Ouellette, 907-274-7113; [email protected] • • • ACTORS ACADEMY
Location: TBA Studio, 635 West 54th Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 8-18 - Cost: $425
Description: Grow your child’s confidence and let their inner star shine bright with TBA Theatre! This is a comprehensive program designed to help young people develop theatre skills in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Each Academy member will receive training in specialized areas of the performing arts including acting, stage combat, voice and dance. Academy actors will each be cast in a show with fully-staged performances. With over 90 years of combined experience in youth arts education, TBA’s staff are the leaders in performing arts education in Anchorage. TBA Theatre is committed to providing a fun and safe environment where young artists learn creative expression alongside professional actors, designers and technicians. TBA ran a sold-out summer program in 2020 without any spread of COVID-19. “It was a good example for other groups with how they handled the pandemic, they ensured everybody was distanced, tested people efficiently and still maintained their positive, fun atmosphere. They showed the world that even though we are in a pandemic, we can still connect with others and create something fantastic.” - Drew Smith, Academy Student
Dates and Times: July 7-Aug. 1 | Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Extend your time by adding on Early Arrival and/or Play Production for a broader artistic experience!
Contact: 907-677- 7529; [email protected]; www.tbatheatre.org/summer • • •
SUPERHERO DANCE CAMP Location: Alaska Dance Theatre Inc., Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 4-6 - Cost: $290
Description: It’s a bird, it’s a plane - it’s a dancing Superhero! This high-energy, non-stop camp is catered towards the energy of a hero or heroine! Every day includes a movement class, art projects, games and snacks. The week concludes with a performance of epic superpowers! Here is your Superhero’s chance to save the day! Alaska Dance Theatre Inc. is a nonprofit school of dance serving Alaskans since 1980. Best of Alaska, Dance School First Place, Anchorage Daily News. #1 Dance School, Anchorage Press. Highly structured curriculum covering Russian, French, Italian ballet. Many other dance styles available.
Dates and Times: July 12-15 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Contact: 907-277- 9591; [email protected]; www.alaskadancetheatre.org • • •
CREATE ACADEMY: DINO DIGGERS
Location: Pacific Northern Academy, 2511 Sentry Drive, Suite 100, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades K, 1-2 - Cost: $310
Description: Get dirty! Dig into the past and become an archaeologist or paleontologist and try to solve the mysteries of Alaska. How did people and animals survive? Experiment with animal adaptations and learn about the tools that helped people survive this harsh land. Learn about the dinosaurs that once roamed the state. Discover bones, tools and other artifacts during a mock dig! Dates and Times: Grade K, July 12-16; Grades 1-2, July 19-23 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Extended care available 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Contact: 907-333- 1080; [email protected]; pacificnorthern.org/create-academy/ • • •
DANCE EXPLORATION CAMPS
Location: Studio Pulse Center for Dance, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 4-7 - Cost: $225
Description: Discover the exciting world of dance over the course of a week! Dancers will be introduced to the foundations of ballet, jazz, modern, improvisation, as well as rhythm and musicality. Daily two-hour classes include themed dance instruction and games, story time and a healthy snack, music lessons, and choreography that culminates in an in-studio parent showing. Join us at Studio Pulse Center for Dance to experience the joy of dance this summer! Session 1: July 12-16 Session 2: July 19-23 Dancers are invited to wear any color/style dance wear or dress up creatively for each day’s theme: Monday: Princess Ballet Tuesday: Broadway Jazz Wednesday: Superhero Modern Thursday: Creative Movement Friday: Dance review, *in-studio parent showing at 2:50 p.m. *Masks are required until municipal mandates state they are not. We request that no more than one parent/guardian accompany their dancer to the studio. Thank you kindly!
Dates and Times: July 12-16, 19-23 | Monday-Friday, 1-3 p.m.
Contact: www.StudiopulseAK.com • • • STERLING PERFORMANCE CAMP 2021
Location: Javier De La Vega Park, 1950 West 56th Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 4-19 - Cost: $240, includes camp t-shirt
Description: A camp designed using fun game-like activities, small sided games in coed groups that focus on developing soccer skills, sportsmanship and character. Training groups will be created through a combination of skill level, teams and being able to learn with their friends. Players will concentrate on the fundamentals of soccer.
Dates and Times: Tuesday-Friday, July 13-16 | 1-4 p.m.
Contact: 907-561-4625; www.anchorageyouthsoccer.org • • •
JUNGLE ADVENTURE DANCE CAMP
Location: Alaska Dance Theatre Inc., Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 4-6 - Cost: $290
Description: An adventurous week awaits your child! Animal and jungle themes will be used to explore movement and music concepts. Each day your child will have the “bare necessities,” a creative movement class, snack, crafts and choreography. The week concludes with a wildly delightful performance! Alaska Dance Theatre Inc. is a nonprofit school of dance serving Alaskans since 1980. Best of Alaska, Dance School First Place, Anchorage Daily News. #1 Dance School, Anchorage Press. Highly structured curriculum covering Russian, French, Italian ballet. Many other dance styles available. Dates and Times: July 19-22 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Contact: 907-277- 9591; [email protected]; www.alaskadancetheatre.org • • •
CREATE ACADEMY: STONES, BONES AND OLD CELL PHONES
Location: Pacific Northern Academy, 2511 Sentry Drive, Suite 100, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades 3-4, 5-6 - Cost: $310
Description: Get dirty! Dig up Alaska’s past and learn how archaeologists and paleontologists solve the mysteries of Alaska’s prehistoric people and animals. Learn about the tools that helped people survive this harsh land and how we are still using similar technologies today. Discover bones, tools and other artifacts during a mock dig!
Dates and Times: July 19-23 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Extended care available 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Contact: 907-333- 1080; [email protected]; pacificnorthern.org/create-academy/ • • •
UAA VOLLEYBALL SUMMER CAMPS
Location: Alaska Airlines Center, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades 4 -12 - Cost: Varies per camp Description: Individual skill camps for boys and girls volleyball players.
Dates and Times: July 21-Aug. 5 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Contact: www.seawolfvolleyballcamps.com • • •
CREATE ACADEMY: OLYMPIC DREAMS
Location: Pacific Northern Academy, 2511 Sentry Drive, Suite 100, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades K, 1-2, 3-4, 5-6 - Cost: $310
Description: Go for the gold during this week of camp! Learn about the first competition in Ancient Greece and how it has transformed into the modern Olympic games. From badminton and basketball to track and field or table tennis, experience favorite and lesser-known sports. Learn about different countries of the world while we create our version of the Olympic games, complete with its unique events. Olympic four square, anyone? *This camp will happen even if the summer Olympics are canceled.
Dates and Times: July 26-30 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Extended care available 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Contact: 907-333- 1080; [email protected]; pacificnorthern.org/create-academy/ • • •
CREATE ACADEMY: TECHGIRLS ROBOTICS, BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE (GIRLS ONLY) Location: Pacific Northern Academy, 2511 Sentry Drive, Suite 100, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Grades 3-5 - Cost: $310
Description: Build robots that move, spin, push, light up and make sounds. Program them with visual drag-and-drop programming software. Design robots to complete simple and challenging tasks like driving through a maze. Project will expand upon previous weeks. Each student will work individually using a LEGO® MINDSTORMS EV3 kit. *This camp is designed for girls who are new to or have little experience with LEGO® MINDSTORMS robotics however, projects can be adapted for students with advanced skills.
Dates and Times: July 26-30 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Extended care available 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Contact: 907-333- 1080; [email protected]; pacificnorthern.org/create-academy/ • • •
2021 GIRLS FUNDAMENTAL SUMMER CAMP “FISHING SERIES”
Location: Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 10-15 - Cost: $350
Description: This camp is for the girl who wants to learn all things fishing! Over the next four weeks these girls will learn how to properly cast, tie knots, handle fish and more! This camp will give your girls all the skills they need to be independent and efficient on the water!
Dates and Times: Wednesdays; July 28, Aug. 4, 11, 18 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Contact: Libby Ouellette, 907-274-7113; [email protected] • • •
SUMMER DANCE INTENSIVE: BEGINNING-ADVANCED
Location: Studio Pulse Center for Dance, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 9-18; split by ages and levels - Cost: $600/full day; $350/half day
Description: Full day of training to push advanced and beginning dancers to the next level. Classes in varying styles include ballet/pointe, contemporary, musical theatre and conditioning courses to prepare dancers for the start of fall semester. Dancers will need to bring a healthy sack lunch. Masks are required until municipal mandates say otherwise.
Dates and Times: Aug. 2-6 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Contact: www.studiopulseak.com • • •
RISING STAR INTENSIVE
Location: TBA Studio, 635 West 54th Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 7-12 - Cost: $285
Description: Help your child grow in confidence and learn about acting in this fun and exciting program from TBA Theatre! This beginner’s course will take these rising stars on a journey through all aspects of acting, including voice, movement, improv, theatre games, auditioning and other special skills. Includes one performance showcase at the end of the intensive. With over 90 years of combined experience in youth arts education, TBA’s staff are the leaders in performing arts education in Anchorage. TBA Theatre is committed to providing a fun and safe environment where young artists learn creative expression alongside professional actors, designers and technicians. TBA ran a sold-out summer program in 2020 without any spread of COVID-19. “It was a good example for other groups with how they handled the pandemic, they ensured everybody was distanced, tested people efficiently and still maintained their positive, fun atmosphere. They showed the world that even though we are in a pandemic, we can still connect with others and create something fantastic.” - Drew Smith, Academy Student
Dates and Times: Aug. 4-14 | Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Extend your time by adding on Early Arrival and/or Play Production for a broader artistic experience!
Contact: 907-677- 7529; [email protected]; www.tbatheatre.org/summer • • •
WAXED MUSINGS ART CLASSES
Location: Locations will vary depending on the weather. If sunny, we will be at a specified outdoor location. Otherwise, the classes will take place at my home studio in Anchorage.
Grades/Age: Child class, Ages 7-11; Teen class, Ages 12-16 - Cost: $50/two- hour class; supplies included
Description: Fun art classes to cover a variety of mediums - acrylic, tempura and/or watercolor painting and mosaic glass, stone and/or rock art. These classes are taught in groups in-person; masks required. It can be a scheduled class or a birthday party format. All classes are taught by a local school district certified teacher and artist. Class size limited to six. The schedule of art classes will be listed leewaters.org.
Dates and Times: Varies | Varies
Contact: Lee Waters, 907-727-7271; leewaters.org • • •
UAA SUMMER ENGINEERING ACADEMIES
Location: University of Alaska Anchorage; Virtual
Grades/Age: Grades 3-12 - Cost: Price varies; fee waivers available
Description: The UAA Summer Engineering Academies are a series of week- long, hands-on instructional sessions for students entering grades 3 through 12 in Anchorage and Mat-Su. Each academy is designed to encourage interest in and provide exposure to science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). The academies also seek to support historically underserved and underrepresented students. Topics include structural engineering, robotics, coding, aerodynamics, 3D printing and design, videography, alternative energy and corrosion chemistry.
Dates and Times: June 7-Aug. 6 | In-person, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Virtual, 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Contact: [email protected]; www.uaa.alaska.edu/sea • • •
APPLYING TO COLLEGE STRESS FREE! SUMMER WORKSHOPS Location: Greatland College Consulting, 5015 East 98th Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: High School - Cost: $399
Description: How do I start looking for colleges? What’s a good college? How am I going to afford it? These are the questions we can help answer at the Applying to College Stress Free! Summer Camp. The week is designed to reduce the stress of navigating the complex process of finding and applying to colleges. Students receive the tools for a personal plan that keeps the process organized and manageable, empowering each student to succeed in choosing a college that fits all their needs. Join us for an interactive, fun and helpful way to Apply to College stress free!
Dates and Times: Week 1: July 19-20; Week 2: July 26-27; Week 3: Aug. 2- 3 | Morning sessions, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.; Afternoon sessions, 2-5 p.m.
Contact: [email protected]; www.greatlandcollegeco nsulting.com • • •
COLLEGE COMMON APP ESSAY CAMP FOR HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS
Location: Greatland College Consulting, 5015 East 98th Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: High School - Cost: $399
Description: Most colleges will require that you write an essay as part of the application process. Writing an essay for the common application is often one of the difficult parts about applying to colleges, but it doesn’t have to be. By using a step-wise approach, we start at brainstorming ideas by tapping into your experiences, move into developing a theme that will demonstrate your uniqueness and finish with a well-crafted personal essay that will tell the colleges something about who you are. This interactive, collaborative approach makes the process almost fun. We can take you from having no idea of what you’ll write about to an essay you’ll be proud of.
Dates and Times: Session 1: July 19-22; Session 2: July 26-29; Session 3: Aug. 2-5 | Monday-Thursday, 6-8 p.m.
Contact: brianswan@greatlandcollegeconsulting; www.greatlandcollegeconsulti ng.com • • •
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Location: Sunset Hills Baptist Church, 12130 Old Seward Highway, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Age 4 - Entering grade 7 - Cost: Free
Description: Grab your hard hat and safety vest and join us for a week of discovering how Jesus’ love provides a foundation that will last. Children will learn at our Concrete and Cranes worksite through Bible study, music and motions, missions, recreation and crafts. A snack break will be provided. All those 4 years old by June 7 through those going into 7th grade are invited to join for any or all days. Register when you come or see the church website.
Dates and Times: June 7-11 | 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Contact: 907-345-2500; www.sunsethills.org; P.O. Box 110205, Anchorage, AK 99511 • • • VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL - FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ANCHORAGE
Location: First Baptist Church, 1100 West 10th Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Age 3 - Grade 6 - Cost: Free
Description: Grab your hard hat and tool belt! As kids explore a world of concrete and cranes, rivets and rebar, bulldozers and backhoes, they will learn to build their faith on Jesus as they uncover the truth that He who began a good work will be faithful to carry it on to completion.
Dates and Times: July 12-16 | 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Contact: First Baptist Church, 907-279-8481; Kathleen Godsoe, [email protected] • • •
ALASKA CHILDREN’S CHOIR MUSICAL THEATRE CAMP (ANCHORAGE)
Location: TBD, Anchorage venue
Grades/Age: Ages 7-16 recommended - Cost: $175/student; sibling discounts available
Description: Come enjoy a week-long introduction into musical theatre! Students will meet daily from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. They will prepare a short production throughout the week, learning skills including singing, acting and creating stage props for the set. The week will culminate in a single performance of their musical theatre production on Friday evening. Pending enough enrollment, we will be performing “Tom Sawyer: the Musical.” The recommended ages are 7-16. The cost is $175 per student, and parents will also be responsible for providing a simple costume for their child, or material so the student can make their own costume. Discounts are available for multiple children in a family.
Dates and Times: June 14-18 (tentative) | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily; performance Friday at 7 p.m.
Contact: Jessie Wetherell, 907-982-5467; [email protected] • • •
LIFE IS ART: SONGWRITING & HIKING
Location: Varying trailheads each day depending on weather; Default location is Solstice Vocal Arts, 4105 Turnagain Boulevard. Ste Q, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 12-25 - Cost: $300
Description: Get ready for a different kind of summer camp combining the beauty of nature with your creative talents! Students will spend the beginning of each day in a songwriting workshop with world-renowned Alaskan artist and songwriter, Kate Bass. We will then hit the trails to find inspiration and discover the natural rhythms and harmonies in nature and put our new songwriting skills to work. Suitable for singers, artists, instrumentalists and anyone interested in songwriting, music making and getting out for some fresh air!
Dates and Times: June 7-11 | 1-6 p.m.
Contact: www.solsticevocalarts.com • • •
ACRO SERIES Location: Studio Pulse Center for Dance, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 8-12 - Cost: $125
Description: Build strength, flexibility and body awareness in these four Acro clinics designed to immerse students in acrobatic and tumbling skills, including head and handstands, front and back walkovers and handsprings, and cartwheels, aerials and shoulder rolls. Dancers will learn how to properly align their bodies to safely execute postures, tricks and performative acro skills. These 1.5 hour long classes run every Monday in June from 5-6:30 p.m. Dancers should wear gymnastics or dance dance leotards with bare feet. Bring a water bottle! Masks required until Anchorage mandates permit otherwise.
Dates and Times: June 7, 14, 21, 28 | 5-6:30 p.m.
Contact: 907-677-8573; [email protected]; www.StudioPulseAK.com • • •
MAGIC CAMP WITH MAGIC DON
Location: Parlor of Mystery Studio and grounds, 7537 Basel Street, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 9 and older - Cost: $250; fees will only be accepted at start of camp
Description: These sensational camps are for the serious Magic Enthusiast. This year’s projects include some amazing new magic and illusions - like the floating light bulb - and some wild illusionettes - like the Vanishing Elephant and the Great Escape! Each student will create a complete magic set of their own to keep, as well as some small illusions. At the end of the week, we will put on a show for family and friends before digging into a delicious barbecue. Registration is limited to 10 participants; 5 minimum. Call or email for registration application.
Dates and Times: June 14-18; July 12-16 | 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Open early and late for drop off and pick up
Contact: Don Russell, 907-522-1364; [email protected] • • •
ADVANCED ACTORS ACADEMY
Location: TBA Studio, 635 West 54th Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 13-18 - Cost: $425
Description: For the experienced and serious actor, Advanced Academy students will train in an intensive performance program that allows them to find their artistic voices and develop their creative talents to their fullest potential. Each student will be cast in a show with fully-staged performances. Students who train in the Advanced program develop skills in collaboration, creation and public speaking, and show increased confidence in many areas of life. With over 90 years of combined experience in youth arts education, TBA’s staff are the leaders in performing arts education in Anchorage. TBA Theatre is committed to providing a fun and safe environment where young artists learn creative expression alongside professional actors, designers and technicians. TBA ran a sold-out summer program in 2020 without any spread of COVID-19. “It was a good example for other groups with how they handled the pandemic, they ensured everybody was distanced, tested people efficiently and still maintained their positive, fun atmosphere. They showed the world that even though we are in a pandemic, we can still connect with others and create something fantastic.” - Drew Smith, Academy Student Dates and Times: June 30-July 24 | Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Contact: 907-677- 7529; [email protected]; www.tbatheatre.org/summer • • •
TECHNICAL ACADEMY
Location: TBA Studio, 635 West 54th Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 13-18 - Cost: $425
Description: Join this one-of-a-kind program for backstage theatre experiences and training for mature students. TBA’s Academy Technicians will have the opportunity to train and work alongside theatre professionals from around the country in every area of technical theatre. This elite team will also be given the responsibility of running lights, sound and technical aspects for Advanced Academy and Actors Academy productions under the guidance of a professional Stage Manager. With over 90 years of combined experience in youth arts education, TBA’s staff are the leaders in performing arts education in Anchorage. TBA Theatre is committed to providing a fun and safe environment where young artists learn creative expression alongside professional actors, designers and technicians. TBA ran a sold-out summer program in 2020 without any spread of COVID-19. “It was a good example for other groups with how they handled the pandemic, they ensured everybody was distanced, tested people efficiently and still maintained their positive, fun atmosphere. They showed the world that even though we are in a pandemic, we can still connect with others and create something fantastic.” - Drew Smith, Academy Student
Dates and Times: June 30-Aug. 1 | Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Contact: 907-677- 7529; [email protected]; www.tbatheatre.org/summer • • •
ACTORS ACADEMY
Location: TBA Studio, 635 West 54th Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 8-18 - Cost: $425
Description: Grow your child’s confidence and let their inner star shine bright with TBA Theatre! This is a comprehensive program designed to help young people develop theatre skills in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Each Academy member will receive training in specialized areas of the performing arts including acting, stage combat, voice and dance. Academy actors will each be cast in a show with fully-staged performances. With over 90 years of combined experience in youth arts education, TBA’s staff are the leaders in performing arts education in Anchorage. TBA Theatre is committed to providing a fun and safe environment where young artists learn creative expression alongside professional actors, designers and technicians. TBA ran a sold-out summer program in 2020 without any spread of COVID-19. “It was a good example for other groups with how they handled the pandemic, they ensured everybody was distanced, tested people efficiently and still maintained their positive, fun atmosphere. They showed the world that even though we are in a pandemic, we can still connect with others and create something fantastic.” - Drew Smith, Academy Student
Dates and Times: July 7-Aug. 1 | Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Extend your time by adding on Early Arrival and/or Play Production for a broader artistic experience!
Contact: 907-677- 7529; [email protected]; www.tbatheatre.org/summer • • • RISING STAR INTENSIVE
Location: TBA Studio, 635 West 54th Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 7-12 - Cost: $285
Description: Help your child grow in confidence and learn about acting in this fun and exciting program from TBA Theatre! This beginner’s course will take these rising stars on a journey through all aspects of acting, including voice, movement, improv, theatre games, auditioning and other special skills. Includes one performance showcase at the end of the intensive. With over 90 years of combined experience in youth arts education, TBA’s staff are the leaders in performing arts education in Anchorage. TBA Theatre is committed to providing a fun and safe environment where young artists learn creative expression alongside professional actors, designers and technicians. TBA ran a sold-out summer program in 2020 without any spread of COVID-19. “It was a good example for other groups with how they handled the pandemic, they ensured everybody was distanced, tested people efficiently and still maintained their positive, fun atmosphere. They showed the world that even though we are in a pandemic, we can still connect with others and create something fantastic.” - Drew Smith, Academy Student
Dates and Times: Aug. 4-14 | Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Extend your time by adding on Early Arrival and/or Play Production for a broader artistic experience!
Contact: 907-677- 7529; [email protected]; www.tbatheatre.org/summer • • •
SHINING STAR INTENSIVE Location: TBA Studio, 635 West 54th Avenue, Anchorage
Grades/Age: Ages 13-18 - Cost: $285
Description: A place for teens to explore and polish their creative talents in the performing arts. Acting, stand-up, improv, dance and solo voice will be the focus as staff guides students through the development and advancement of invaluable theatrical skills. This is a great way for teens to build confidence and work with other students and staff members who will help them succeed. Program ends with an evening showcase of the students’ work. With over 90 years of combined experience in youth arts education, TBA’s staff are the leaders in performing arts education in Anchorage. TBA Theatre is committed to providing a fun and safe environment where young artists learn creative expression alongside professional actors, designers and technicians. TBA ran a sold-out summer program in 2020 without any spread of COVID-19. “It was a good example for other groups with how they handled the pandemic, they ensured everybody was distanced, tested people efficiently and still maintained their positive, fun atmosphere. They showed the world that even though we are in a pandemic, we can still connect with others and create something fantastic.” - Drew Smith, TBA Student
Dates and Times: Aug. 4-14 | Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Contact: 907-677- 7529; [email protected]; www.tbatheatre.org/summer