Summer Adventures START HERE!
Apr 01, 2018
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From sports to science and everything in between, Kern County is home to summer camps for all ages, interests, and budgets. Check out some of our recommendations below, and let the summer fun begin!

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American Kids Sport Center

NW: 3622 Allen Rd. • SW: 4401 Ride St.

Bakersfield, CA

(661) 589-2100

http://www.aksc.com

American Kids Sports Center (AKSC) has been a staple of children’s sports and fitness for 34 years in Bakersfield. Local owners Mike and Sheri Williams developed AKSC with Kern County families in mind. Growing up and raising their own families in Bakersfield, shaped their mission of Building Healthy Kids. Our programs are diverse and for all ages (we start them as young as 6 weeks old). AKSC offers all levels of sports from competitive to recreational and just plain old fun! Our facilities are state of the art, with an indoor pool, in-ground trampolines and tumbling pits, spring floors, air conditioned facilities and spacious parent viewing areas.

We offer a multitude of camps with different flexible scheduling options. Our EPIC! Sports Day camp is all summer long, and allows children to try all the different activities we offer at AKSC. Campers participate in team building, arts and crafts, games, science, engineering and don't forget the sports  Your camper will be ready to hit the hay when they get home! This camp is our most popular and so enroll early.

   Our Ninja Camp program is built around our fun and exciting Ninja Zone program! With constant motion and ninja skills we guarantee that your camper will love it. Students will learn the art of movement using gymnastic, parkour and martial arts technique. Its an all day obstacle course! Maybe your student is the next American Ninja Warrior!

   Next is our Tumbling Camp, one of our most sought after skill building camps for cheerleaders, gymnasts and tumblers alike! Camps are organized according to your tumbling skills to create the best learning environment for all athletes.

   Use this summer to build your skills and impress your coaches this fall with everything you learned here at AKSC!  Visit us at www.AKSC.com.


CAU AeroCamp

California Aeronautical University

1450 Boughton Dr.

Bakersfield, CA 93308

(661) 615-5915

www.calaero.com

Pete Van Dyke has been serving on the CAU Flight Operations Staff since 2015 and has a very technical aviation instructional background. His experience and expertise in aviation along with the other staff and faculty at California Aeronautical University (CAU) will provide the youth with an excellent instructional experience during the CAU AeroCamp as they explore the world of Aviation and Aerospace! Pete has been a Rated Pilot since 1967 and his experience includes US Naval Aviator (Jet), Instructor Pilot US Naval Air Training Command (Basic Jet), Commercial, Instrument, Glider (PVT), and Air Science Faculty at ERAU Prescott AZ, Instructor Pilot at ATCA Goodyear AZ (Lufthansa) and Training Director at IFTA Bakersfield CA. Pete also travels with the CAU Outreach Team providing STEM-based curriculum classes to the youth throughout California. We are looking forward to this year’s 5-day Summer AeroCamp. Please go to www.calaero.com/AeroCamp for more information!


Bakersfield Swim Academy

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3311 Allen Rd

Bakersfield, CA 93314

(661) 637-1403

www.bakersfieldswimacademy.com

BSA is a trusted local Swim School and Swimwear Store founded by Bakersfield native Olympian Gabe Woodward & his family. We set out to lower drowning rates, but our passion far exceeds ordinary water safety. BSA is a place where children learn to swim and families make lasting memories! We’re about building character through hard work & commitment, challenging swimmers daily, and encouraging local families to live healthy and active lifestyles.

   Learning to swim is important for all ages. We offer a range of levels, from infants to adults, with group lessons available for varying swimming abilities. Starting with basic familiarization and water safety, then learning new skills and techniques, gradually building on confidence to progress until our swimmers are competent at all strokes. Our goal is to provide a platform for swimmers to follow their path ‘from infants to Olympians,’ offering a bright & happy future. Visit BSA today!


Harmony Road Music School

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5381 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield,

CA 93309

(661) 665-8228

www.harmonyroadbakersfield.com

Want a fun musical activity for your child this summer? We offer music classes for children ages 16m-12 years:

'Toddler Classes' feature singing, moving to music, finger games, playing with rhythm instruments, activities with balls, scarves and hoops, and piano introduction. Ages 16m-3 years, with parents participating.

'Junior Music Camp' is our creative arts/crafts musical morning camp for 4-6 year olds. Each day features a different theme: Dinosaurs, Teddy Bears, The Nutcracker, Peter & the Wolf, and Carnival of the Animals. Kids learn about famous musical works and make an instrument!

'Intro to Piano' lets kids try our piano program with 4 lessons before starting regular piano class in the fall. Book included. Parents & children 4 ½-12 years.

   For those with more time this summer for learning piano, we offer an 8-10 week beginning piano program for children 3rd-6th grade, teens, & adults. Check website for schedules and enrollment!


Kern County Museum

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3801 Chester Avenue

Bakersfield CA 93301

(661) 437-3330

www.kerncountymuseum.org

Kern County Museum Campers will embark on a summer full of enrichment and fun. Science, culinary, culture, art, exciting guest presenters, and much more is expected of this camp! Explore something different every day at the Kern County Museum Summer Camp. Call (661) 437-3330 or visit www.kerncountymuseum.org/education to enroll!


Kids & Critters Day Camp

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3000 Gibson Street,

Bakersfield, CA 93308

(661) 323-8353

www.bakersfieldspca.org

We provide kids the opportunity to learn about pet responsibility. Children get to “adopt” one of our animals for the week and are taught the importance of spay/neutering, microchipping, grooming and basic training. Plus, children work on fun animal-related projects such as making cat toys, dog quilts, animal treats, etc.


Richie Grant Soccer & All Sports Camp

9001 Stockdale Hwy, 8 Gym

Bakersfield, CA 93311

(661) 654-2598

Gcleary@csub.edu

We aim for every child to have a fantastic time at CSUB. Campers have great fun meeting new friends and working with excellent role models. CSUB camps have a tradition of success and excellent standards designed for kids to experience a variety of activities supervised by expert players and coaches.


Stars School of the Performing Arts

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Bakersfield Music Theatre Summer

Workshop 2018

Rehearsals held at Rosedale and Downtown Locations:

Rosedale: 2756 Mosasco St. • Downtown: 1931 Chester Ave.

Bakersfield, CA

(661) 325-6100

www.bmtstars.com/summerworkshop

Bakersfield Music Theatre (aka Stars) summer workshop allows children to experience the production of a Broadway-style musical. This year, children 6 yrs. will fly high in Mary Poppins Jr., beat the status quo in High School Musical Jr. and bring Charles Schulz’s comic strip to life in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. Our highly qualified staff includes enthusiastic, well-trained and experienced educators and performers! Call or visit us online for more information!


Stockdale Christian School

4901 California Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93309

(661) 327-3927

www.stockdalechristian.com

Stockdale Christian School is hosting our annual Summer Program from Monday, June 4th, to  Friday, August 10th, 2018 for students who have completed Grades K-6! The program will include Language Arts, Math, Bible Lessons, Arts and Crafts, and P.E. Join us for a summer of learning and fun!


Sylvan Learning: STEM Programs

2720 Calloway Dr., Bakersfield, 93312

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(661) 387-6060

www.BakersfieldSylvan.com

New programs help foster a love of science and technology with interactive, fun and hands-on activities.

ROBOTICS: students build and program robots with LEGO® bricks and software— letting their creativity and imaginations loose.

CODING: features video game design and computer programming. These activities help kids learn skills for the future.
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