School breaks provide the chance for kids to try something new without making a large commitment and falling victim to over scheduling. Experiences shape who we are. Camps can build confidence, leadership, sportsmanship, independence, creativity and more. The advantage of having a home in Boulder, Colorado, is that there is a vast array of camps located nearby which include Denver, Louisville and Nederland.
Butterfly Pavilion
Address: 6252 W 104th Ave, Westminster, CO 80020Ages/Description/Times/Cost:Ages 5-9: Bug Journeys: Exploring Migration - Monday, November 24, 2014, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm - $45Birds migrate, fish migrate, even people migrate, but did you know that bugs migrate? Come with us on a journey through land, water, and sky to see how invertebrates get from one place to the next. Through crafts, games and activities we will explore the magic of migration. Ages 5-9: Bug Feast - Tuesday, November 25, 2014, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm - $45Americans have been eating turkey for Thanksgiving for a long time, but people all over the world have been eating bugs for much longer Join Butterfly Pavilion as we learn how people and animals feast on all types of invertebrates. We will even be able to eat our own insect snacks So come hungry and get ready to try some treats of a life time.
Fabricate
Address: 2023 17th Street - Boulder, Colorado - 303.997.8245Dates/Time: 1/24/2014 - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, 11/25/2014 - 9:00 am - 1:00 pmCost: $65, The class fee includes all fabric and materials.Description: We’ll have tons of fun while improving sewing skills during school days off All skill levels welcome and we will tailor projects to each student’s ability. Projects will include tote and duffle bags, belts, headbands, skirts, aprons, pillowcases, stuffed animals, embroidery, pajama pants, and much more.We will cover safety, fabric and pattern terminology, and sewing machine mechanics and gets LOTS of practice sewing, with the goal of having students become more confident, independent sewers. After a morning of sewing we’ll eat lunch together at a picnic at a local park (weather permitting), at a local restaurant (we will give advance notification for this special occasion) or in the studio.
Clementine Studio - The Wind in the Willows, by Kenneth Grahame
Address: 1237 Pine St, Boulder, CO 80302Ages: 4 – 9 yearsCost: $150 (snack amp; materials included)Dates/Time: Monday, November 24th – Wednesday, 26th, 1 – 4 pm, Description: Join us as we follow the adventures of Mole, Ratty, Toad, Badger and all the inhabitants of the wild wood and make a plethora of fantastic creations inspired by this beloved classic.
Stir It Up Cooking
Address: 1140 S Lashley Lane Boulder, Colorado 80305Ages: 5-13Cost: $105-$195Description: Get ready for your Thanksgiving feast at Stir It Up. Take home your own holiday pie on the last day. Dates/Time: 11/24/2014 9:30 AM - 11/26/2014 12:00 PM, AM Only $105, Ages 5 - 12 11/24/2014 9:30 AM - 11/26/2014 3:30 PM, Full-Day, $195, Ages 9 - 12 11/24/2014 1:00 PM - 11/26/2014 3:30 PM Only, $105, Ages 9 - 13
CU Science Discovery
Address: 400 Marine Street, Boulder, CO 80309Ages: 6-11Dates/Time/Descriptions/Cost:Science Chefs: Holiday Edition Monday and Tuesday, November 24-25; 9am-12pm | Ages 6-8 | $80Do you wonder what makes popcorn pop, apples turn brown, or bread and cakes rise? Do you love to experiment in your kitchen? Join us as we chop, stir, sift, mix, and knead our way to tasty snacks that will show us how science and food go together. We will learn how to make healthy options in class, enabling you to recreate them at home. Bring your appetite as you snack through a day of Science ChefsScience of ToysMonday and Tuesday, November 24-25; 1-4pm | Ages 6-8Join us for a fascinating journey through the science behind some of our favorite toys. How do pull-back cars work? Is it possible to make a boat that is powered by surface tension? We will construct hula hoops, cars, and musical instruments that you can take home with youFall Origami Monday and Tuesday, November 24-25; 9am-12pm | Ages 9-11 | $80Join us in creating delightful paper creations that celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday. In this class, we will become familiar with origami, the ancient Japanese art of paper folding and explore the practical uses of origami. Projects will range from traditional favorites such as the crane to Thanksgiving-themed pieces. We will also try our hand at napkin folding to add pizzazz to the table. Students will have the opportunity to use their knowledge and unleash their creativity to create unique pieces of our own.Crash Course in Digital Photography Monday and Tuesday, November 24-25; 1-4pm | Ages 9-11 | $80Join us in learning about basic digital camera techniques and photo editing in Photoshop Elements. We will explore photographic techniques for mastering digital photography in the field and in the lab. This is a great introduction for the budding photographer, giving you an opportunity to find your strength in the photographic process. We will have an opportunity to practice field photography, while also learning to edit, layout and design pictures.
Rocky Mountain Theater for Kids
Address: 5311 Western Ave, Boulder, CODates/Time: November 24-26, Hours are 9am-4pmAges: 5-10Cost: The cost is $65 (discounted cost for current RMTK students in class or repertory is $55 per day).Description: Kids, enjoy a full day of theatrical activities which may include classes in music, acting, dance, makeup, improvisation, scene work, and rehearsal. Camps end in a final presentation for family and friends.
Tinker Art Studio
Address: 1300 Yellow Pine Ave. B, Boulder, CO 80304 303-503-1902 Dates/Time: November 24-26, Monday - Wednesday, 9am - 3pmAges: 5-12Cost: $180 + $20 materials feeDescription: Children enjoy plenty of creative exploration time balanced by art instruction, community, and outdoor time, and always leave with beautiful pieces of artwork. Space is limited to 16 students, and these camps often fill, so wed encourage you to register early if youre interested in tinkering around with us
YMCA
Address: Arapahoe or Mapleton YsDates/Time: November 24-26, 7:00am-6:00pmAges: K–5th gradeCost: $62 per day with 3 weeks advance sign-up, $72 per day without 3 week noticeDescription: Children can join the Y during school days off for field trips, sports, arts and crafts, group games, science projects, outdoor play and tons of adventure.
Boulder Indoor Soccer
Address: 2845 29th Street Boulder, CO 80301 - 303.440.0809Dates/Time: November 24-26, 28 9am-4pm, 9am-12:30pm, 12:30pm-4pm Ages: 4-15Cost: $40-75Description: Players will receive specialized soccer training on the fundamentals, techniques and tactics necessary to play at a highly competitive level. We have a large staff of coaches ready to train so we will offer this clinic to a wide age range of players, 4 to 15 years old. Players will be split into 3 age groups and the older players will train on the Futsal Field at Boulder Indoor Soccer.
ABC Kids Climbing
Address: 1960 32nd Street, Boulder, Colorado 80301Dates/Time: 11/24-26 amp; 11/28, Ages: 4-14 (grouped by age and ability)Cost: Full Day 9:00-3:00 $75/day or Half Day 9:00-12:00 $50/day, Extended hours available for pick up 3:00-4:00 for an additional $10/dayDescription: ABC camps are designed for beginner through intermediate climbers. Kids can develop a variety of skills and have a blast Campers work on body awareness, footwork and route reading to develop efficiency and confidence in both bouldering and roped climbing. More advanced climbers will work on a variety of techniques that may include dynamic movement, edging, flagging and drop knees.
Boulder Rec Center
Address: East Boulder Community Center, 5660 Sioux Dr, Boulder, CO 80303Ages: 5 to 11Dates: 11/24-11/26Times/Cost: 8:45am-5:00pm, Member $45 per child / Non-member $55 per childDescription: Want to turn a challenging school day off into a fun-filled, energetic day of exciting and diverse activities for your child or children? Enroll them in our school day off camps where they can enjoy games, sports, swimming, indoor climbing, arts and crafts, and more All camps provide safe, respectful, age-appropriate, supervised activities for only $55/day (resident). All camps will run from 8:45am-5pm at the East Boulder Community Center.
Mountain Kids Gymnastics
Address: 474 S. Taylor Ave., Louisville, CO 80027 303-665-8287Ages: 5-12Dates: 11/24-11/25Times: 9am-4pm with drop of care starting at 8amCost: $69/day, $139/ 2 days(10 sibling discount applies)Description: 1.5 hour gymnastics class each day plus one field trip each day such as: WOW Children’s Museum, bowling, Chuck E Cheese and Buca Di Beppo to name just a few. Arts amp; Crafts and more will be ncluded each and every day
Eldora Mountain Resort - All Day Mountain Explorer Group Lesson
Address:2861 Eldora Ski Rd 140, Nederland, CO 80466 (303) 440-8700Ages: 4-12Dates: All WinterTimes: Vary call for detailsCost: $199 per day (includes lift ticket)Description: Eldoras Mountain Explorer (MTX) ski or snowboard lessons is a great way to get children to love snowsports, by learning proper technique, building confidence and having fun. Children are grouped by similar age and ability levels to enhance the group learning scenario.
Denver Zoo - Safari Mini-Camps: Feasts for the Beasts
Address: 2300 Steele Street, Denver, CO 80205-4899, 720.337.1400Ages: Pre-K-3rd GradeDates: 11/26Times: 9am-4pmCost: $48 for Denver Zoo Members and $52 for Non-Members.Description: Learn how zoo animals celebrate the holidays: with food and fun, just like you Act like a zookeeper and learn the tricks of the trade as you take a peek into Thanksgiving feasts for the beasts at Denver Zoo. This camp is a great alternative to sitting at home during those school holidays Participate in animal encounters, special zoo experiences, active tours, lively games and creative activities.
Ronick Baseball Camp
Address: Iris FieldsAges: 8-14Dates: 11/24-11/25Times: 12-3pmCost: $60Description: Start Thanksgiving Break by joining BCM Performance and Ronick Baseball for a 2-day Instructional amp; Scrimmage Camp
Boulder Quest Center - Martial Arts
Address: 1501 Lee Hill Road 18 | Boulder, Colorado 80304 | Phone: 303.440.3647Ages: 4-12 (13+ can sign up to be helpers)Dates: 11/27Times: 9am-noonCost: $40Description: Join us for an exciting Day Before Thanksgiving camp. The kids will play awesome ninja games, watch the Charlie Brown Thanksgiving, and generally have an awesome time. Youll get a break and you can decorate, go grocery shopping, or just take a bath without anyone knocking on the door.