Summer is just around the corner, which means it’s time to secure those coveted camp spots. Our 8th ANNUAL SUMMER CAMP GUIDE is packed with some of the best tried and true camps in Orange County – plus exciting new options – right here in Newport Beach, Costa Mesa and Huntington Beach. No need to spend hours searching online – we’ve done the work for you! With detailed camp descriptions and direct registration links, planning your child’s summer has never been easier.
Creative Art Camps
ArtSteps
Art Classes and Camps
714-524-2248
Located in Costa Mesa, Yorba Linda and Laguna Hills
Braver Players Musical Theater
151 Kalmus, Unit H9
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
[email protected]
949-878-6376
Pink Me Up Makery
369 E. 17th Street, Suite 2
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
[email protected]
949-877-0099
CAMP NEWPORT
DAY CAMP
Looking for a summer camp your kids will love? Ignite their sense of adventure, creativity, and real connections at Camp James! Camp James’ Summer Day Camp is ACA Accredited and located at the scenic Newport Dunes for children ages 5-13. Activities include archery, arts & crafts, canoes, gaga, go-carts, laser tag, martial arts, miniature golf, music, rock climbing, water park, swimming, sports and more. The magic and joy of summer awaits your child at Camp James.
HANDS-ON & EDUCATIONAL CAMPS
Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Camp Galileo, filled with engaging K-8th STEAM projects, collaborative design challenges and classic camp fun at 5 Orange County Locations!
What’s Camp Galileo all about?
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Simple scheduling: Weekly sessions, 9am-3pm camp day and AM & PM extended care options
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Summer Fun: Water days, fun machines, rubber chicken cheers, skits, songs and more!
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Spectacular Staff: Our experienced staffers facilitate friendships and make camp magic
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Convenient Locations
Here’s what parents have said about their Camp Galileo experiences:
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“Great experience at camp. It was very organized and well run and my son enjoyed everything.” -2025 Irvine Family
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“The depth of learning for a camp is unmatched. My children’s enthusiasm to tell me about their day of learning was all I really needed.” -2025 Laguna Niguel Family
Use the code 26GALLMN25 to save $25 per week*. Scholarship information and applications are available through our Innovation for All Program and backup care enrollments accepted through top providers.
*Valid for the 2026 camp season where space is available. Applicable on future purchases only and may not be retroactively applied. Multi-session discounts will apply to additional weeks purchased for the same camper. Standard cancellation policy applies.
Newport Beach: Tarbut V’Torah Community Day School
Irvine: Loma Ridge Elementary School, Irvine: Northwood Elementary School,
Laguna Niguel: Orange County Academy of Sciences and Arts (OCASA)
NEW Placentia: St. Joseph’s Catholic School
Since 1979, Camp Pegasus has been a place of growth and discovery for young minds in PK through eighth-grade. Through engaging play, hands-on activities, and explorative learning, we provide a summer experience that sparks imagination and builds lifelong skills.
Options:
Full Day (Grades PK-8), 9 AM – 2:30 PM, $995/session
Full Day w/ Robotics (Session 3), 9 AM – 2:30 PM, $1,175/session
AM Half-Day (PK Only), 9 AM – 11:45 AM, $750/session
The Pegasus School
19692 Lexington Lane
Huntington Beach, CA 92646
[email protected]
714-964-1224
Camp Sage is an exciting opportunity for middle school students to experience Sage Hill School. Students 10-14 years old, and entering grades 5-8, are invited to attend our day camps filled with a variety of activities. Students will choose an AM and PM activity, and each day includes lunch. With a variety of unique workshops to choose from, we invite you to build a Camp Sage summer program that will cultivate your child’s talents and passions!
Camp Sage runs from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM for four week-long sessions from July 6 to July 31. Cost: $500 per week
Newport Coast, CA 92657
949-219-0100
Corona del Mar, CA 92625
949-264-3195
Seashore Academy’s Imaginarium Summer Camp is a fun-filled program designed to spark creativity, curiosity, and imagination in young learners. Best for students in TK through 3rd grade, this engaging camp offers a new themed adventure each week, filled with hands-on activities, creative projects, games, and collaborative play. Campers will explore exciting themes throughout the summer—from experimenting like scientists during Mad Science, becoming heroes in Superheroes, and discovering the fun of Balloons & Bubbles, to diving into ocean adventures in Under the Sea. The excitement continues with Party in the USA, magical fun with Mermaids & Pirates, and festive cheer during Christmas in July. Later in the summer, campers will blast off into Space, travel back to the world of Dinosaurs, and explore cultures Around the World. The adventure wraps up with wild explorations in Safari, fascinating discoveries with Insects & Lizards, and an exciting journey through the Jungle. With a new theme each week, Imaginarium Summer Camp creates a playful and enriching environment where children can learn, explore, and make unforgettable summer memories.
Program Highlights:
- Take Home Projects
- STEM & Industrial Arts Exploration
- Use of Traditional & Modern Tools
- Hands-on Skills Building
SPORTS CAMPS
Looking for a fun way to stay active and learn a new sport this summer? Register for the Females in Flag girls’ flag football summer camp, and join one of the fastest growing sports in the country.
The camp is for players of all skill levels, and is designed to teach girls the fundamentals of flag football in a supportive and encouraging environment. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to improve your skills, our experienced coaches will provide instruction to help you reach your goals. Plus, you’ll get to make new friends and have a blast on the field!
Sign up now to secure your spot and get ready for a great summer of football!
Females in Flag
Locations Throughout Orange County
The Matt Leinart Flag Football summer camp is for kids ages 4-14. Each day will include football fundamental drills covering different positions, followed by flag football games where players can put those new skills to use. Players will receive instruction from experienced, professional coaches, with age appropriate drills in an approximate 10-1 player to coach ratio. Campers will receive a t-shirt, and there will be daily prizes and awards.
Matt Leinart Flag Football
Locations Throughout Orange County
Fryer Basketball Academy
Camps Held at Mariners Christian School and Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa High School 949-438-7552
i9 Sports’ Central Orange Coast Summer Football Camp offers a fun, fast‑paced introduction to flag football for young athletes of all skill levels for ages 7-18. Players learn the fundamentals — passing, catching, running routes, speed and agility drills, flag pulling, and teamwork — through age‑appropriate drills and exciting mini‑games. Coaches focus on building confidence, sportsmanship, and a love for the game in a positive, no‑pressure environment. It’s the perfect way for kids to stay active, make friends, and sharpen their skills during the summer. This is a 3 day camp from July 27 to July 29 starting at 9am and ending at noon. Cost is $125 per athlete.
i9 Sports’ Central Orange Coast Summer League starts July 11, playing every Saturday for 7 weeks. We have Soccer, T-ball, and Flag Football.
Prices change as the season gets closer. Currently $195, June 5th increase to $220, June 26th increase to $225 for Late Registration.
i9 Sports’ Central Orange Coast
[email protected]
714-681-0263
Unleash the athlete in you at Sage Hill School’s Lightning Athletics Academy, a dynamic athletic camp that awaits to stoke your passion for sports. This week-long camp is thoughtfully structured into two sessions, morning and afternoon. Each session will offer a thrilling combination of agility work and team-building activities, followed by a customized training session in the sport(s) of your choosing. The Lightning Athletics Academy runs for four week-long sessions from July 6 to July 31.
Full-Day: 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Cost: $500 per week and includes a daily lunch and Lightning Athletics swag.
Half-Day: Either 9:00 to 11:30 AM or 12:30 to 3:00 PM. Cost: $275 per week. Lunch is not included for half-day camps.
Lightning Athletics Academy
Sage Hill School
20402 Newport Coast Drive
Newport Coast, CA 92657
949-219-0100
Make this summer unforgettable at The Little Gym of Costa Mesa! Our flexible, themed camps for kids ages 3–9 let you pick your days—no weekly commitment required. Each week brings a new adventure, from ocean explorations to superhero missions, all designed to build confidence, coordination, and creativity in a fun, supportive environment.
Thursdays from 12:30 – 3:30pm & Fridays from 9:00am – 12:00pm New theme every week Early bird pricing. Spots fill quickly—enroll early and save!
The Little Gym Costa Mesa
103 E. 17th Street, Unit 8 & 9
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
949-264-2917
Lions Basketball Camp
Vanguard University
55 Fair Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
[email protected]
949-293-7379
Lions Basketball Camp at Vanguard University is for boys and girls entering grades K-8 who are looking for an entirely unique atmosphere that transcends the typical camp experience. Our campers will not only be coached, trained, and molded into better basketball players through top-notch skill instruction, but will also be taught and encouraged to develop positive character traits that will translate to everyday life. The values displayed and taught by the Vanguard Basketball staff are Biblically based and specifically targeted to molding our campers into young men and women who will have a tremendous positive impact on their friends and family, neighborhoods, schools, and communities. The camps are founded on Christian values and principles, although campers from all faiths attend. Every child is one that we value and honor, and we firmly believe that each camper will leave Lions Basketball camp as a leader, with the confidence, integrity, and enthusiasm essential for success on and off the court.
Dates:
Week 1: June 8-11 (Friday Fun Day Optional)
Week 2: June 15-18 (NO Friday Fun Day)
Week 3: June 22-25 (Friday Fun Day Optional)
Week 4: June 29-July 2 (NO Friday Fun Day)
Week 5: August 3-6 (Friday Fun Day Optional)
Cost: $305 per child/week
WATERFRONT CAMPS
Newport Dunes, Newport Beach
949-257-2254 | 714-901-9030
Celebrating 35 years of building confident, ocean-ready kids! California Junior Lifeguards offers day camp programs for ages 5-17 at Salt Creek Beach in Dana Point and Newport Dunes in Newport Beach. Kids learn real ocean safety, rescue techniques, first aid, CPR, surfing, bodyboarding, and leadership skills from certified lifeguard instructors; all in a fun, structured beach environment. Choose from Junior Guards (ages 7-17), Mini Junior Guards (ages 5-7), Back Bay Camp (ages 6-13), the new Back Bay JG Elites advanced 2-week training (ages 8-15), or the SUP/Back Bay Combo (ages 7-15). Programs run June 8 – August 21, Monday through Friday. Spots fill fast, register now at www.jrlifeguards.com.
SPECIAL OFFER: Save $20 when you register with code SUMMER20!
Welcome to Orange County’s #1 choice in summer youth programs. Since 1977 and 1986, Ocean Adventure Programs and Erik Nelsen Summer Camps have delivered safe, structured and educational experiences rooted in integrity and fun. This commitment shines through our friendly, professional staff and well-organized programs. Choose from four outstanding summer camp options:
- All-Girls Surf Camps
- Co-Ed Surf Camps
- Ocean Adventure Program
- 15th Street Beach & Bay Sports
Girls and boys build confidence in and around the ocean while learning essential ocean awareness skills through our ocean-themed camps. Safety is always our top priority, and under the watchful guidance of our experienced staff, campers are introduced to ocean safety, marine biology, and environmental respect. Activities include surfing, oceanography, and a variety of beach sports!
When registering, please consider ALL of our unique full-day summer camp programs. Our staff is First Aid and CPR certified, and we maintain excellent instructor-to-student ratios. We look forward to welcoming you this summer. Enjoy exploring our website, and please contact us with any questions.
Register before April 23rd and receive a 10% early bird discount through the City of Newport Beach Recreation Department
Erik Nelsen Summer Camps
Surf Camps are located at Seashore Drive and Nordina Street (near Tower 71), Newport Beach
15th Street Beach & Bay Sports is located at Veterans Memorial Park, Newport Beach
Ocean Adventure Program is located at Corona del Mar Community Youth Center
QUICK LINK TO ALL CAMPS
CREATIVE ART CAMPS
ArtSteps
Braver Player Musical Theater
Pink Me Up Makery
CAMP NEWPORT
Camp Newport
DAY CAMP
Camp James
HANDS-ON & EDUCATIONAL CAMPS
Camp Galileo
Camp Pegasus
Camp Sage
Seashore Academy
Urban Workshop