Summer Camp: Helping your kids have the best summer EVER in Champaign-Urbana
Welcome to the 2022 Champaign-Urbana Area Summer Camps guide. If you are looking for quality experiences for your child this summer, you’ve come to the right place. Registration for summer camps is already up and running at many organizations, although some may not have information ready yet. We will keep adding to this list, so come back often.
Thank you to Indian Acres Swim Club for presenting this post.
Indian Acres Swim Day Camp is known for its excellence in swim instruction. They meet your child in their current skills and work with them at their level to increase confidence and ability in the water. Indian Acres Swim Day Camp is a traditional outdoor camp that focuses on physical activity and fun!
Read more about camp at Indian Acres in the “outdoor” section below and visit their website.
ACTIVE | CREATIVE | EDUCATIONAL | OUTDOOR
We have created this menu and legend to help you sort through the different camps in the Champaign-Urbana area. Camps with featured listings are paid sponsors with chambanamoms.com. The lists included at the bottom of each section are to help you sort through other available options in the community. Chambanamoms.com does not endorse any camp over another and we encourage you to do your own research to find the best fit for your family this summer.
- ACTIVE – While nearly all camps are inherently active, these camps include sports, swim, martial arts, play-based day camps to reach a broad audience of participants and much more.
- CREATIVE – These camps focus on the arts, including but not limited to drama, music, maker camps and more.
- EDUCATIONAL – These include STEM camps, academic enrichment and other camps with an educational focus.
- OUTDOOR – Many camps (including most of our “active” camps) are held outdoors, but the camps in this category focus on experiencing nature as part of the camp experience. This is also where you’ll find most of our overnight camps (which are almost entirely outdoors, excluding some sports camps) a short drive from Champaign-Urbana.
LEGEND
😎 – BIG KID, includes camps for kids over 12 years of age
🖍 – PRESCHOOL, camps for kids not yet entering kindergarten
💦. – SWIM, camps that include swimming daily or weekly as part of the schedule (not necessarily a swimming camp)
💲. – CCRS accepted at this camp
🕗. – EXTENDED DAY, before/after care available for a fee
Jump to camps by name: Academy High | Allerton Day Camp | Amara Yoga & Arts | Camp Invention | Champaign County Forest Preserve District | Champaign Park District | Champaign’s Best Summer Camp™ | Class Act | Classics Summer Camps | Countryside School Summer Camps | CS+X Foundation | Fighting Illini Sport Camps & Clinics | I-Power | Illinois FC | Indian Acres Swim Club | Lodgic Kids Camp | Parkland College| Project Athletes | Savoy Parks and Recreation | Soccer Planet | Stephens Family YMCA | Uni High Summer Camp | Urbana Fine Arts Center | Urbana Park District | X-Time
ACTIVE
ACTIVE CAMPS may include sports camps, swim camps, martial arts and play-based day camps
Many summer camps include physical activity; these stand out as having the most physical activity as part of their day-to-day schedule.
Champaign Park District 💦 💲 🕗
Activity-filled days for kids, worry-free days for parents. Participants will enjoy a variety of activities such as sport activities, games, weekly pool days, and field trips. Parents: Participant packets must be completed and submitted by the first day at drop off before a child can attend. Packets are both online and at the facilities for pickup. Check out their In Person Summer Youth Programs & Summer in a Bag!
Scholarships are available and information is below.
Summer Youth Program information and pricing for 2022 is now available! Registration opens March 14, 2022 for Residents and March 24, 2022 for Non-Residents.
Dates: May 31 – August 5
Ages Served: 6-12
Location: Champaign Park District
For More Information: Website or find them on Facebook or Instagram
Urbana Park District 🖍 💦 🕗
The Urbana Park District has announced its summer programming in the winter/spring program guide. Specific details on camps coming to this post soon! Check out the program guide here. Registration for camps is already open, with Super Early Bird Prices in effect through April 6.
I-Power 😎 🖍 🕗
I-Power camps will keep your camper active & engaged, enjoying fitness & friends this summer! Their school age campers will work on gymnastics, play active group games, workout in the ninja gym, enjoy crafts, outdoor playtime and swimming on Wednesdays. Their preschool campers’ morning includes gymnastics, ninja, group activities, creative learning, and themed activities including music, games, water fun, and crafts.
Dates
School age, ages 5-13, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. (pre and post care available)
May 31-June 3 Ninja Challenge
June 6-10 Gymnastics Summer Fun
June 13-17 Ninja Challenge
June 20-24 Gymnastics Color Wars
June 27-July 1 Ninja Challenge
July 4-8 No camp
July 11-15 Gymnastics Water Week
July 18-22 Ninja Challenge
July 25-29 Gymnastics Olympics
August 1-5 Ninja Challenge
August 8-12 Gymnastics Showcase
Preschool, ages 3-5, 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
May 31-June 3 Land of Dinosaurs
June 6-10 At the Zoo
June 13-17 In My Garden
June 20-24 Frozen
June 27-July 1 Robots Everywhere
July 4-8 No camp
July 11-15 Beach & Mermaids
July 18-22 Under Construction
July 25-29 Olympics
August 1-5 Hungry Caterpillar
August 8-12 Lil’ Ninja
COVID Procedures:
Will follow current IDPH guidelines.
Ages Served: 3-13
Location: I-Power School of Gymnastics, 215 S. Staley Rd., Champaign
For More Information: Website or find them on Facebook and Instagram
Stephens Family YMCA 😎 🖍 💦 💲🕗
Stephens Family YMCA is ready for another fantastic summer of camps! This year, summer fun is better than ever with over 70 camps to appeal to youth of every age and interest. Their camps add variety and along with a summer that will allow youth to stretch their imagination, gain self–confidence and learn new skills.
Join the Y Summer Camp staff for an informational meeting on Wednesday, May 11th from 6:00–7:00 pm at the Y.
Dates: Dates vary based on type of camp. Please visit their website and camp booklet for more information.
Camps start May 23 and are offered weekly, concluding Aug. 12.
COVID Procedures: They will continue to follow IDPH, CUPHD, and DCFS guidelines to ensure camper safety. They will convey protocols to parents as summer camps approach.
Ages Served: Ages 3-14
Location: Stephens Family YMCA, 2501 Fields South Dr., Champaign
For more information: www.sf-ymca.net or call (217) 239-2811
Project Athletes 😎
Project Athletes Speed School offers speed, agility, and conditioning training- a place to belong and a team to be a part of. PA training is not sport-specific and focuses on overall general athleticism and teamwork.
Dates
June 6-July 29, 2022
COVID Procedures: Programming is outdoors and contactless.
Ages Served: 3rd – 12th grade
Location: Zahnd Park, Champaign (southwest corner of Windsor and Staley Roads)
For More Information: Website or find them on Facebook and Instagram
Champaign’s Best Summer Camp™
Each week children will have the opportunity to participate in an exciting variety of indoor sports, outdoor sports, educational lessons, arts and crafts, and much more! From the moment you join this summer camp, you and your child will feel welcome because their students are like family. They focus on your child’s success in School, Sports, and Life.
Dates
Camp will be open daily from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. for all weeks of summer break for Unit 4
COVID Procedures: They will be following current CDC and local recommendations for masking and social distancing.
Ages Served: 5-12
Location: Leaders for Life Martial Arts, 2413 Village Green Place, Champaign
For More Information: Website or find them on Facebook and Instagram
Illinois FC 😎
IFC camps offer a fun way to developing the skills needed for young players to be ready for fall soccer. IFC offers a girls only and co-ed camp for two age groups: 7-10 yrs and 11-15 yrs at Dodds soccer fields. Goalkeeper camp is also offered.
Dates
Girls Camp 1 ages 7-10; 6/21-6/24; 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Girls Camp 2 ages 11-15; 6/27-7/1; 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Junior Camp ages 7-10; 7/11-7/22; 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Youth Skills ages 11-15; 7/18-7/22; 5:30-8 p.m.
Goalkeeper Camp all ages 7/5-7/7; 5:30-7 p.m.
All at Dodds Soccer fields
Day Camp ages 7-15; 7/11-7/15; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Through Savoy Park District
Ages Served: 7-15
Location: Dodds Soccer Fields, 2400 W. Bradley, Champaign
COVID Procedures: They follow Champaign Public Health recommendations,
For More Information: Website, Facebook or Instagram
Soccer Planet
Your child will learn the basics of soccer while having a blast on the field! Enthusiastic coaches will lead creative, age-appropriate, high energy games that will ensure an amazing soccer experience. Children will be divided into two groups at camp depending on their age and skill level.
Dates
July 11 – 15 (9 a.m.-12 p.m.)
August 1 – 5 (9 a.m.-12 p.m.)
Ages Served: 4-8
Location: Soccer Planet, 2310 N. Willow Rd., Urbana
COVID Procedures: They will continue to follow IDPH, CUPHD, and DCFS guidelines to ensure camper safety. They will share protocols with parents as summer camps approach.
For More Information: Website, Facebook, or Instagram
Fighting Illini Sport Camps & Clinics 😎
Fighting Illini Sport Camps have committed itself to the development of well-rounded sport camps for boys and girls. Young athletes have the opportunity to learn more about their sport, improve their skills, create new friendships and have fun at the same time. Campers receive excellent coaching, experience campus life, and meet athletes from a variety of backgrounds.
Dates
June 1 – August 15. Times and Camp Length vary with camp.
Ages Served: 8-18
Location: Illinois Athletics Venues
For More Information: Website or call 217-244-7278
Savoy Parks and Recreation
Welcome Summer with Savoy Parks and Recreation Summer Camps! Half Day, Full Day, All Summer. The choice is yours!
Half Day Camps: 8 a.m.- 12 p.m. or 1-5 p.m.
All Day 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. (includes 12-1 supervised lunch time)
Dates
May 31, June 1, 2, 3 – Summer Camp Rocks
June 6-10 – All Star Sports Camp, Lego Challenge Camp
June 13-17 – Savoy Summer Camp, Taste Buds Camp, Animal Planet Camp
June 20-24 – Fashion Design Camp, Fishing and Hunting Camp, Amazing Race Camp
June 27-July 1 – Spy Kidz Camp, Artful Antics Camp, Youth Pickleball Camp
July 5-8 – Mad Scientist Camp, Discover Illinois Camp
July 11-15 – Nature Wonders Camp, Illinois FC Soccer Camp, Moovin’ & Groovin’ Camp, SRC Ninja Warrior Camp
July 18-22 – Space is the Place, Cinemaniac Camp
July 25-29 – Fashion Design Camp, Fishing & Hunting Camp, Mystery Camp
August 1-5 – All Star Sports Camp, Lego Challenge Camp
August 8-12 – Basketball Camp, Jr. Engineers Camp
August 15, 16, 17 – Summer’s Last Hurrah
COVID Procedures: Savoy Parks and Recreation follows all IDPH guidelines.
Ages Served: 5-12 years old
Location: Savoy Recreation Center, 402 West Graham Drive, Savoy
For More Information: Website, Facebook or call 217-359-3550
More Active Camps in Champaign-Urbana:
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Mahomet Recreation Morning Summer Camp
CREATIVE
CREATIVE CAMPS may include camps that focus on drama, music, the arts and more
While many camps incorporate creative activities into their day, these camps feature it as a key component of their programming.
Amara Yoga & Arts – Kids Art & Yoga Camp
Kids Camp at Amara will be a blend of art and yoga in a fun and relaxed environment. Activities will be open–ended and provide an opportunity for the kids to feel empowered and be themselves. Kids will learn basic yoga elements through focused breathing, play, storytelling, balance, meditation, and creative visualization.
They want the kids to have a stress free, magical, safe environment where they can grow and flourish. Each week will have a theme that will inspire exploration through art making activities using all kinds of materials and will be loosely directed by the teachers so kids can have ownership of their own creative process.
The mornings are more structured with opening arts and crafts for kids to choose to work with, followed by a yoga class. The yoga class will include breath work, meditation, poses, chanting, storytelling and lots of games ending with creative visualization and savasana — all presented in a playful and collaborative manner. Following the yoga class will be free time outside and time to work on bigger art projects related to the week’s theme. Afternoons are less structured with time for kids to self direct their own art making, an option for a more advanced yoga class, or quiet time and play outside.
Dates
Time of camp is 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
June 6-10 – Marvelous Monsters and Super Heroes
June 13-17 – Blastoff to Inner and Outer Space
June 20-24 – Bubbles, Orbs and Buddha Paintings
June 27-July 1 – Public Art and Famous Paintings
July 5-8 – All Kinds of Self Portraits 2d, 3d, 4d!
July 11-15 – Magical Mandalas, Mobiles, and Wands! Plus a Dragon or 2
July 18-22 – Build a Fairy House and Fairies to Live in it
July 25-29 – Treasure Boxes and Treasure to go in them. Maps and Hunts included.
Aug. 1-5 – Sewing, Weaving and Yarn Art
COVID Procedures: They will be following the COVID guidelines issued by the State of Illinois. This is subject to change according to whatever the current recommendations are. All staff is fully vaccinated. The studio has a air purifier and they will be outside as much as the weather permits.
Ages served: 5-12
Location: Vine Street Side of Lincoln Square, 300 S. Broadway, Urbana
For More Information: Website or call (217) 417-2591
Uni High Summer Camp 😎
Uni High summer camp offers STEAM sessions for students with a wide variety of interests! Sessions range in topics from learning cooking skills, to robotics, to behind-the-scenes tours of the U of I campus, to learning new sports! Campers will get a chance to be engaged with the U of I campus and Uni High campus while making new friends from around the community. Campers are welcome to attend one or both weeks. Registration forms are due May 27th, 2022.
Dates
Week 1: June 6th-10th
Week 2: June 13th-16th
Times: 9 a.m.-3:20 p.m. daily
COVID Procedures: Current CDC COVID Guidelines will be followed.
Ages Served: Rising 5th-7th graders
Location: University of Illinois Laboratory High School, 1212 W. Springfield Ave., Urbana
For More Information: Website
Urbana Fine Arts Center 🕗
Performing arts classes focused on dance, include ballet, musical theatre, circus skills, world dance and more. In the morning classes, children will learn basic concepts of classical dance as well as folk dances from around the globe. The afternoon classes will offer a variety of classes related to performing arts.
Classes and activities are conducted by experienced teachers and professional artists.
The Urbana Fine Arts Center is a place where children experience, learn and enjoy fine arts in a safe and nurturing environment.
Dates
June 6 to July 29. No activities on July 4th.
Full days: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Half Days: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m.to 4:00 p.m.
Eraly Drop Off: 8:00 a.m.
Late Pick Up: 5:30 p.m.
COVID Procedures: Subject to change as per IDPH’s recommendations. Currently they are requiring masks for all person’s ages 2 and older. All staff is fully vaccinated. Teachers are enforcing physical distance during classes and recess time. They have changed the syllabus for all dance classes to avoid close contact between students. Snack break, lunch, recess and many other activities will take place outside when weather permits.
Ages served: 6-12
Location: DANCE Urbana Fine Arts Center, 2860 Philo Road, Suite H, I and J, Urbana
For More Information: Website, Facebook or Instagram
Academy High 😎
Academy High is pleased to offer a number of exciting Summer 2022 specialty camps for students aged 6-14. These innovative, half-day offerings can be taken separately or combined for a full-day experience.
Dates
May 23-27– Video Production (am)/Minecraft Architect (pm)
May 30-June 4 – Minecraft Architect (am)
June 13-17– Digital Art (am) / Drone Camp (pm)
June 20-24– Crypto; Healthy Cooking & Nutrition (am) / Minecraft (pm)
Academy High is also serving as the site host for the ‘Class Act’ Performing Arts Camp: https://classactchampaign.com/education/camps/
COVID Procedures: COVID-19 CDC guidelines will be followed at all camps
Ages Served: 6-14
Location: Academy High, 2302 Fox Dr., Champaign
For More Information: Website, Facebook or Instagram; call (217) 239-6000
Class Act 😎
CLASS ACT is Champaign-Urbana’s only performing arts school offering a variety of theatrical camps and classes for budding actors, singers, clowns, performers and moviemakers.
All camps are taught by experienced professionals and educators: Jaclyn Loewenstein, Joe Reichlin, Kat Downs and Rachel Berry.
Dates
At Academy High:
June 6-10: Circus Arts (9 a.m.- 3 p.m.)
June 13-17: Broadway Kids (9 a.m. – 12 p.m.) & Variety Theatre (1-4 p.m.)
June 20-24: Teen Scenes (1-4 p.m.)
Countryside School Stage:
July 25-Aug. 5: Put on a Musical! (9 a.m. – 12 p.m.)
Zoom Classes:
June 7–30: Moviemaking (T/Th 4 – 5 p.m.)
July 5–28: Lights, Camera, ACTION! (T/Th 4 – 5 p.m.)
July 11–Aug. 8: On-Camera Teen Acting (Mon. 4 – 5:15 p.m.)
COVID Procedures: CDC, IDPH, and local COVID-19 mandates and precautions will be followed.
Ages Served: 6-17
Location: Academy High & Countryside School
For More Information: Website, Facebook or Instagram
More Creative Camps in Champaign-Urbana
- CU Sneaker Makers Camp
- One People’s Summer Arts Camp (OPSAC)
- Words on Fire Camp
EDUCATIONAL
EDUCATIONAL CAMPS may include STEM/STEAM camps, programs with an academic emphasis and camps that focus on certain professions/trades/skills
Education can happen in a number of ways (including spending time outside and in creative, unstructured moments); the camps in this category have more of an emphasis on curriculum/instruction as part of their camp programming.
Parkland College – College for Kids and Summer Discovery Camps – 😎
The best summer ever awaits kids ages 6-13 at College for Kids (CFK): this popular two-week, half-day camp covers a wide range of subjects, including robotics, technology, visual and performing arts, culinary, math, and science. By offering small, hands on classes, kids enjoy a fun and safe camp experience. Early Bird Discount runs Feb. 15-March 13.
Parkland College also offers the “Summer Discovery” program, which includes exciting summer camps for youth ages 10–18. Students will explore new interests and potential careers in these interactive, hands-on camps. Small classes are designed to challenge students while they have fun.
All camps are taught by professional educators!
Scholarships available and reduced registration fees for students meeting free/reduced lunch eligibility.
To register, visit parkland.edu/ceRegister.
Dates
- College for Kids, ages 6–13
June 20–June 30, Monday–Thursday, 12:45–2:45 p.m. and 3–5 p.m.
July 11–21, Monday–Thursday, 12:45–2:45 p.m. and 3–5 p.m. - Girls QUEST Camp, ages 12–15
June 6-9, Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.– noon - Land Surveying and Mapping with Technology, ages 14–18
June 6-9, Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. - First Gig, ages 10–17
June 6-10, Monday–Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. - Vet Med Camp, ages 14-17
June 6-9 and June 13-16, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. - Automotive Camp, ages 13–15
June 6-9 and July 11–14, Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. - Machining and Welding: Industrial Technology Camp, ages 13–18
June 6–16, June 20-June 30, and July 11–July 21, Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. - Automotive Camp, ages 16–18
June 13–16, Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. - Culinary Thyme, ages 14–17
June 13–16, Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–noon and July 25-28, Monday–Thursday, 2-5 p.m. - Stethoscopes and Scrubs: Health Professions Exploration, ages 14-17
June 13-14 and July 11-12, Monday – Tuesday, 9 a.m.- noon - Electronics Camp, ages 14-17
June 13–16, Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.– noon - Art Camp: Creating Stained and Fused Glass, ages 14-17
July 11-14, 9 a.m. – noon - Girls Rock, CU ages 8-17
July 19-23, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. - Drone Camp, ages 14–17
July 25–28, Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.– noon
COVID Procedures: CDC, IDPH, and local COVID-19 mandates and precautions will be followed to ensure the health and safety of all participants and staff; masks required for in person camps.
Ages Served: 6-18
Location: Parkland College, 2400 W. Bradley Ave., Champaign
For More Information: Website or call (217) 351-2235; find them on Facebook and Instagram
Lodgic Kids Camp 🖍 🕗
Schedule a tour or inquire about their Summer Camp waitlist today!
Dates
May 31 – August 12, 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. (Monday through Friday), 6:30 -10 p.m. (Friday nights)
COVID Procedures: Kids Camp follows guidelines set by DCFS & IDPH
Ages Served: 12 months to 12 years
Location: Lodgic, 1807 S. Neil St., Champaign
X-Time
Come join X-Time this summer to X-PLORE a new interest each day of the week, that will keep your mind and body active! Topics will include science and the environment, music and performing arts, a variety of sports, and more! There will be engaging guest speakers, energetic counselors, hands-on activities, and outdoor time! The camp will be held at Academy High, conveniently located near Champaign, Urbana, and Savoy.
Scholarships are available. Please email xtime.champaign.urbana@gmail.
Dates
Session 1: June 13th to 17th, from 9am to 12pm
Session 2: August 1st to 5th, from 9am to 12pm
Ages Served: Suggested age group is 3rd to 6th Grade, with students a year younger or older welcome too!
COVID Procedures: CDC, IDPH, and local COVID-19 guidelines will be followed to ensure the campers’ health and safety. X-Time will communicate protocols to parents as summer camps approach.
Location: 2302 Fox Drive (Session 1) and 2001 Fox Drive (Session 2)
For more Information: Website, Facebook or Instagram
Camp Invention
Unlock your child’s potential at Camp Invention®! This nationally acclaimed K-6 program returns to your town with all-new, hands-on STEM adventures. Register and save today at invent.org/local.
Dates
July 18 – 22 from 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Ages Served: For children entering grades K – 6
Location: Westview Elementary, 703 South Russell Street, Champaign
Countryside School Summer Camps 😎 🕗
Countryside School’s summer camps are open to ANY student from ANY school. Choose from enrichment camps in science, art, food, fantasy, performance, and much more – including our exceptionally popular Footprints (local exploration) and Wizard Academy camps.
Dates
June 6-10, June 13-17, June 21-24, July 11-15, July 25-August 5 (two-week camp). Camps meet Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to noon. Optional early drop off program beginning at 7:45 a.m. offered some weeks.
Ages Served: Students entering Kindergarten – 9th grade depending on the camp. Camps open to students from any school.
Location: Countryside School, 4301 W. Kirby Ave., Champaign
For More Information: Website, Facebook or Instagram; call (217) 355-1253
CS+X Foundation 😎 🕗
CS+X is pleased to announce the return of their very popular STEM camps! Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math form the backbone of modern society and they believe that by building an early understanding, kids can improve the world.
Each camp is designed to engage students in fun and exciting hands-on learning experiences that promise to capture the imagination of new learners and returning students alike. These camps also help continue the legacy of education and community impact started by the Orpheum Children’s Science Museum.
Dates
June 6-10 Robotics
June 13-17 Robotics
June 20-24 Planetary Explorer
June 27- July 1st Rockets to Space!
July 11-15 Master Builders
July 18-22 Creative Science
All camps run 9am-3pm with extended hours starting at 8am and ending at 5:30pm
Ages Served: K-8th
Location: News-Gazette Building, 15 E. Main Street, Apt. #6, Champaign
For More Information: website or flyer
Classics Summer Camps
“Meet the Greeks” and “Meet the Romans” camps for children ages 9-12 introduce kids to ancient languages, cultures and civilizations with readings, games, costumes, crafts and more. Camps are held on the U of I campus. Instructors have or are completing an MAT, MA or PhD in ancient Greek and Roman languages and culture.
Dates
June 6–24, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m., Monday to Friday
COVID Procedures: Classics Summer Camps adhere to University of Illinois Summer Camp Guidelines which are subject to change as state or university guidelines change as we respond to COVID-19 conditions. Face coverings are currently optional but strongly encouraged. Vaccinations are not required. Symptom screening is required. No child with a fever, cough, or other COVID symptoms may be admitted to the camp.
Ages Served: 9-12 years old
Location: Bevier Hall, University of Illinois, Room 108, 905 South Goodwin Avenue, Urbana
For More Information: website
More Educational Camps in Champaign-Urbana
- Summer Illinois Mathematics Camp
OUTDOOR
OUTDOOR CAMPS conduct nearly all of their camp activities outdoors (weather permitting) during the summer
It may seem like nearly all of the camps in this post have outdoor activities and that may in fact be true; the camps on this list identify as “outdoor camps” in that nearly all of the camp activities (weather permitting) are held outside.
Indian Acres Swim Club 😎 🖍 💦 🕗
Indian Acres Swim Day Camp is known for its excellence in swim instruction. They meet your child in their current skills and work with them at their level to increase confidence and ability in the water. Indian Acres Swim Day Camp is a traditional outdoor camp that focuses on physical activity and fun!
Dates
May 31-Aug. 6, 2022
8 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., now featuring extended day until 3:15 p.m.
COVID Procedures: Fully outdoor camp
Ages Served: 3-13
Location: Indian Acres Swim Club, 1 Arrow Road, Champaign
For More Information: Website or call (217) 352-9538; find them on Facebook and Instagram
Champaign County Forest Preserve District 😎 🖍
Looking for a summer camp that allows your son or daughter to enjoy hands-on learning on everything from nature to archaeology? The Champaign County Forest Preserve District has what you are looking for.
Dates
June 1 – July 21
Ages Served: 3-17
Location: Various
For More Information: Website, Facebook or Instagram
Allerton Day Camp 🕗
Allerton Day Camp holds outdoor fun and adventure surrounded by the beauty of its sculpture and artwork. Campers will explore nature as they learn about wildlife, plants, pollinators, and more! They’ll play games, make crafts, build forts, and discover all there is to love about Allerton.
Dates
Weekly Camps June 6 – July 29
Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Extended Day 7-9 a.m. and/or 3-5:30 p.m.
COVID Procedures: In accordance with University of Illinois policy and to protect the safety of staff, participants, and the community, proof of COVID-19 vaccination or proof of a negative COVID-19 test is required for all participants 5 and over. Printed or digital proof must be presented showing full vaccination, or a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours of camp arrival. At-home COVID-19 test results will not be accepted. Unvaccinated campers will be required to take a COVID test partway through their camp session. Masks will be required while indoors unless guidelines change.
Ages Served: 5-12
Location: Allerton Park and Retreat Center
For More Information: Website or call (217) 333-3287; find them on Facebook and Instagram
Are you interested in highlighting your summer camp? Email us to find out more information about listing your camp in our 2022 summer camp guide.
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