Sioux Empire's 2020 Summer Camp Directory
Jul 14, 2020 02:31PM ● By The Hood Magazine
Due to the ongoing situation revolving around Covid-19, we encourage you to contact camps to confirm openings and cancellations.
605 Ninja
www.605ninja.com
Name of Camp: 605 Ninja Camps
Dates & Times: Varies
Ages: 6-12
Price: $50 - $80
Location: 2101 W 41st St., Suite 41, Sioux Falls (behind Best Buy)
Phone: 605-496-2082
Description: Kids LOVE our summer camps! Your child will sweat, exercise and learn fun new moves every day. With several different camp options, we have something for all!
Ninja Camps: For boys and girls who love a challenge! This camp is focused on obstacle training like on American Ninja Warrior. We train over 25 obstacles per camp! Aerial Silks: Love circus? This camp is focused on learning the art of aerial silks. Parkour: Kids who love to jump & climb. Learn tricking, leaping and vaulting over different items.
All American Gymnastics Academy
www.allamericangymnastics.com
Name of Camp: Summer Camp in the Air
Dates: May 26 - August 26
Times: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm (extended care until 6:00 pm for additional fee)
Ages: 3-13
Price: Daily $45/ Weekly $185
Location: 7321 S Grasslands Place, Sioux Falls (new location)
Phone: 605-334-4311
Description: Summer camp in the air is where fun and energy collide. NEW this year- summer camp program with weekly themes and field trips. Coach supervised camps keep kids active and moving all summer long. Three hours of daily fitness activities like Ninja Zone, gymnastics and trampolines. They’ll spend at least half their time in the air! All Camps 15% off until March 15th.
Apple Tree Children’s Center
www.appletreechildren.org
Name of Camp: Apple Tree
Date: May - August
Time: 6:30 am - 6:30 pm
Ages: 5 - 12
Price: Weekly Rate (multi-child discount)
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: Apple Tree East 605-339-9571, Apple Tree West 605-361-9875, Apple Tree North 605-332-5581, Apple Tree Valhalla 605-361-7746
Description: Our focus is making summer fun and enriching for your child. We offer a summer full of outdoor activities, field trips and hands-on projects to stimulate your child’s imagination, while maintaining their educational focus. Math, Science, Art & Music themed programs including: Welcome to the Jungle, Minute to Win It, HomeTown Heroes, All About Art.
AR Workshop
www.arworkshop.com/siouxfalls
Name of Camp: Youth Wood and Canvas Summer ARt Camp
Dates & Times: June 1 - 4, June 8 - 11, June 22 - 25 (11:00 am - 1:00 pm)
June 1 - 4, June 15 - 18 (1:30 pm - 3:30 pm)
Ages: 8-14
Price: $180 (Use code HOOD20 for $20 off until 4/1/20)
Location: 2101 W. 41st Street, Suite 29B, Sioux Falls (between HuHot and Potbelly)
Phone: 605-231-8399
Description: At AR Workshop Sioux Falls, your children can get creative and crafty as they make a customized project every day during our sessions. After selecting their favorite premium paint colors, participants will complete 5 DIY projects over the course of the 4-day camp. Camps are available every week during the month of June.
Augustana University- CANCELLED
www.augie.edu/summer-music-camp
Name of Camp: Augustana University Summer Music Camp
Dates: June 22 - 27
Price: Resident Campers - $500 ($550 after April 15), Commuting Campers: $400 ($450 after April 15)
Ages: 7th - 12th Grade & 2020 High School Grads
Location: Augustana University, Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-274-5457 (Dr. Lisa Grevlos)
Description: Our camp is designed to keep you engaged all day long, meeting new friends, rehearsing with one another, spending time with our amazing faculty, and yes, having some fun that has nothing to do with music! Choices include band, choir, orchestra, keyboard, guitar, small ensembles, enrichment electives, private voice & instrument lessons. Academy ensembles, including Brass Quintet, Opera and String Trio are available for the more advanced music student. Please see our website for scholarship opportunities.
Avera Sports Kairos Elite Volleyball
www.kairoselitevolleyball.com
Name of Camp: High School Prep Camp
Dates: August 3-4
Times: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm/1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Price: $119
Ages: 9th - 12th Grade
Location: Avera Human Performance Center - 6800 S. Louise Ave., Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-322-FAST
Description: These camps provide high level/intense training to get ready for your upcoming school season. These camps include TWO required sessions per day (2 days). Players will get a high # of reps, fundamental training, positional training and competitive drills. They are a great way to get in shape and sharpen your skills for the upcoming school season/tryouts!
Avera Sports Kairos Elite Volleyball
www.kairoselitevolleyball.com
Name of Camp: Junior High Prep Camp
Dates: July 27-28 or August 10-11
Times: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm/1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Ages: 7th - 8th Grade
Price: $119
Location: Avera Human Performance Center - 6800 S. Louise Ave., Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-322-FAST
Description: These camps provide high level/intense training to get ready for your upcoming school season. These camps include TWO required sessions per day (2 days). Players will get a high # of reps, fundamental training, positional training and competitive drills. They are a great way to get in shape and sharpen your skills for the upcoming school season/tryouts!
Avera Sports Kairos Elite Volleyball
www.kairoselitevolleyball.com
Name of Camp: Setter Bootcamp
Date: August 6
Times: 9:00 am - 11:00 am/12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Ages: 9th - 12th Grade
Price: $59
Location: Avera Human Performance Center - 6800 S. Louise Ave., Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-322-FAST
Description: Our bootcamps focus on a high number of repetitions and movement drills to get players physically and mentally ready for their school seasons.
Avera Sports Kairos Elite Volleyball
www.kairoselitevolleyball.com
Name of Camp: First Contact Bootcamp
Date: August 7
Times: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm/12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Ages: 9th - 12th Grade
Price: $59
Location: Avera Human Performance Center - 6800 S. Louise Ave., Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-322-FAST
Description: Our bootcamps focus on a high number of repetitions and movement drills to get players physically and mentally ready for their school seasons.
Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools
www.ogknights.org/parents/camps
Name of Camp: Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools Summer Activities
Dates: May 26th - August 6th
Ages: Pre-K - 12th Grade
Price: Varies
Location: Varies
Phone: (605) 575-3300
Description: We provide a wide range of camps and activities to keep your child busy this summer. We have a variety of options including athletics camps for all ages, performing arts camps and academic summer classes to avoid the “summer slump.” All of our activities are taught and supervised by Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools teachers and staff. We’ll make sure your child has the best summer ever!
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sioux Empire
www.bgcsiouxempire.org
Name of Camp: Let’s Get Real: Summer Camp
Dates: May - August
Times: 6:30 am - 6:00 pm (Brandon/Harrisburg); 5:45 am - 6:30 pm (Sioux Falls sites)
Ages: K - 12th Grade
Price: Varies
Location: Sioux Falls, Brandon, or Harrisburg
Phone: 605-338-8061
Description: Summer just got real! For years our TV screens have been filled with reality shows, each with a theme aimed to appeal to the viewer. This summer has nothing to do with TV though...instead of watching TV we will be starring in our own reality-based shows. From a cupcake war and house flipping to Survivor and the Amazing Race, kids will engage, compete and star in their own versions of popular shows.
Camp Invention
www.invent.org/camp
Name of Camp: Camp Invention
Dates & Times: Varies
Ages: K - 6th Grade
Price: Starting at $235
Location: Multiple locations available
Phone: 800-968-4332
Description: Imaginations will soar this summer in the all-new Camp Invention program, Elevate! Campers will spark their creativity and build collaboration skills while controlling their very own flight simulation robot, protecting Earth’s ecosystems, designing the ultimate sports complex and learning the value of their ideas! Local educators will lead fun, hands-on STEM activities inspiring children to ask questions, overcome obstacles and be confident in their innovative ideas. Use promo code LOCAL25 to save $25 (expires 3/31) or LOCAL15 to save $15 (expires 5/12).
Catfish Bay Water Ski Park
www.catfishbay.com
Name of Camp: Camp OnAqua
Dates: June 22 - 26
Times: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Ages: 8-13
Price: $365
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-339-0911
Description: This camp gives kids the opportunity to experience water recreation in a fun and safe learning environment. Includes water skiing, fishing, canoeing, tubing, swimming, and more.
Central Preschool & Kindergarten
www.centralsf.org/cpk
Name of Camp: Summer Fun
Dates: Session 1: June 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25; Session 2: June 30, July 2, 7, 9, 14, 16; Session 3: July 21, 23, 28, 30 and August 4, 6
Times: 9:00 am - 11:30 am
Ages: 3 - 6
Price: $148 per session ($40 deposit, $108 due at beginning of session)
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-336-2303
Description: Our summer fun sessions are filled with exploring and learning about many summer-related subjects, such as the beach, fishing, bugs, camping and water fun! Children will also enjoy the exciting learning centers, sing-along time and daily lessons. Each session offers a different variety of learning experiences. Children must be potty-trained.
Children’s Museum of South Dakota
www.prairieplay.org
Name of Camp: STEAM Camp and Day Camps
Dates: June 15-19; July 13-17, Aug. 3-7 (Single day options available on June 29, July 27, & Aug 17)
Times: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Ages: 6 - 12
Price: $225 (Single Day $45)
Location: Brookings
Phone: 605-692-6700
Description: Want to tinker? Be a part of a team working its way through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math Challenges (STEAM) in both the museum exhibits and the Maker Studio. Feeling creative? Explore art through a variety of tools and mediums. Each camp will bring a new experience. Day camps feature improv, DIY techniques, circuitry and robotics.
Code Ninjas
www.codeninjas.com
Name of Camp: Summer Camps
Dates: Day Camps: May 26 - 29, June 29 - July 1 (8:00 am - 3:00 pm)
Week-long Camps: June 1 - Aug. 21 (8:00 am - 11:00 am & 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
Ages: 7-14
Price: $70 Day Camp, $169 Week-long Camp
Location: 513 W 85th St, Sioux Falls (near intersection of Minnesota & 85th)
Phone: 605-679-6960
Description: Camps at Code Ninjas are designed to be fun & educational. A win-win for kids and parents! Throughout the summer we offer a wide range of camps that will teach kids of all skill levels computer programming. From Minecraft to robotics to drones, we have something for every child. Check our website to see the full camp schedule with morning & afternoon options.
Color Me Mine Sioux Falls
www.siouxfalls.colormemine.com
Name of Camp: Summer Workshops
Dates: Session 1: June 15 - 18 "Mystical Creatures/Out of this World"; Session 2: July 20 - 23 "Animals/Under the Sea"; Session 3: August 10 - 13 "Summer Fun/Emojis"
Times: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Ages: 7-12
Price: $150+tax per session ($50 deposit per session)
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-362-6055
Description: Join us for some creative fun at Color Me Mine Sioux Falls this summer! We will have workshops where the children will paint pottery by learning fun techniques, build with clay, paint canvas and more!
CTE Academy & Southeast Tech Career Camps
www.sf.k12.sd.us/cte/home and www.southeasttech.edu
Name of Camps: Career Exploration Camps
Healthcare Camp: June 8 - 11; 8:00 am - 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm –5:00 pm
Manufacturing Camp: June 8-11; 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Media Camp: June 8-11; 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Culinary and Horticulture Camp: June 8-11; 8:00 am -12:00 pm & July 6-9; 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Construction Camp: July 6-9; 8:00 am -12:00 pm & July 6-9; 8:00 am -12:00 pm
Ages: 6th- 10th Grade
Price: Free
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-367-5504
Description: Co-sponsored by Southeast Tech, CTE Academy offers a series of camps in the summer that help middle school and high school students learn more about career paths and high school coursework.
D-BAT
www.dbatsiouxfalls.com
Name of Camps: All Aspects Baseball & Softball Camps & Clinics
Dates: June - August
Ages: 6 - 18
Price: Varies
Location: 1300 E. Benson Rd., Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-306-2287
Description: Daily and weekly daytime camps for baseball and softball athletes 12 and under. Evening clinics for ages 13 and up. All aspects camps and clinics with D-BAT instructors are designed to improve hitting, defense, throwing mechanics, mental preparation, speed and agility, base running, and specialty sessions for pitchers and catchers. See website for more details and to register.
Destiny Youth Ranch
www.destinyyouthranch.com
Name of Camp: Summer Youth Camps
Dates: June 26 - 28; July 10 - 12; July 24 - 26; August 7 - 9
Ages: 7 - 17
Price: $125
Location: Alvord, IA (30 minutes from Sioux Falls)
Phone: 605-553-7422
Description: We are a non-denominational, non-profit organization that runs day-camps, overnight camps and family retreats where you can learn more about faith and horses in a quiet, small-town atmosphere! We always have great speakers, worship, crafts, games, campfires, and of course... time with the horses! We teach very basic horsemanship (how to groom, tack, ride, and communicate with these amazing creatures), get comfortable with riding in an arena, and then get to hit the trail on over 45 acres of land!
First Tee of South Dakota
www.thefirstteesouthdakota.org
Name of Camp: 2020 Youth Golf Program
Dates: June 1 - August 3
Times: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Ages: 5 - 18
Price: $65 - $124; Financial Assistance Available, no child is turned away due to an inability to pay.
Location: Elmwood Golf Course, Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-367-7092 x 109
Description: The First Tee of South Dakota is a golf and life skills youth development program that uses golf as its context. Participants will learn the fundamentals of golf through our tiered learning program working on all areas of golf. Participants will also be exposed to our life skills curriculum which includes core values and healthy habits. These include meeting and greeting, how to manage emotions, resolve conflicts, communication, setting goals and more. Clubs are provided.
Great Plains Zoo and Delbridge Museum of Natural History
www.greatzoo.org
Name of Camp: ZooCamp
Dates: June - August
Ages: 4 - 11
Price: Varies
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-367-7003 x233
Description: Get ready for a summer camp experience your child will never forget! With half-day and full-day themed camps, summer ZooCamp has an adventure waiting for everyone! Each camp is customized, but all include games, songs, crafts, snacks, train or carousel rides, tours of the zoo, and animal encounters.
Inspiration Hills Camp and Retreat Center
www.inspirationhills.org
Name of Camp: Inspiration Hills
Dates: June 8 - August 11
Ages: 1st - 12th Grade
Price: $115 - $550
Location: Inwood, IA
Phone: 712-986-5193
Description: Believe it or not…Summer is right around the corner! Join us at Inspiration Hills for a week to experience adventure, bonfires, swimming, horseback riding, chapels, worship and so much more! We feature a variety of different camps for all ages such as Day Camp, Saddle Up, Wilderness, Grand Camp, Lodge, Family Camp, and Take Me Fishing. Visit us at www.inspirationhills.org for more information on specific camps and registration. See you soon!
Lost Timber Bible Camp
www.losttimber.org
Name of Camp: Lost Timber Bible Camp
Dates: Breakaway Camp: June 7-13; Expedition Camp: June 14-20; Ignite Camp: June 21-27; Trailblazer 1 & 2 Camp: July 5-10 & July 12-17
Ages: 3rd Grade - College Freshmen
Price: $245
Location: Chandler, MN
Phone: 507-677-2555
Description: Lost Timber is passionate about having fun, building relationships, and helping campers grow in their faith. More than just a safe and affordable place to have fun with friends; we are committed to building relationships with our campers so we can share with them the love of Christ and more importantly, show them the love of Christ. It is our commitment to building relationships and discipling campers that keep them coming back year after year.
Lutherans Outdoors in South Dakota- CANCELLED
www.losd.org
Name of Camps: NeSoDak, Joy Ranch, Klein Ranch, and Outlaw Ranch
Dates: June 7 - August 7 - Weekly
Ages: All Ages
Price: $300 - $700
Location: Varies
Phone: 800-888-1464
Description: Lutherans Outdoors in South Dakota provides opportunities for all ages and all abilities to explore and experience love in community and creation. Our summer camps provide individuals and families the chance to spend a week, as faith becomes life.
Mathnasium of Sioux Falls
www.mathnasium.com/siouxfalls
Name of Camp: Mathnasium Summer Sessions
Dates & Times: Varies
Ages: 2nd - 12th Grade
Price: Starting at $20/session
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-334-6284
Description: This summer are you trying to balance camps, family-time, your work, childcare, vacation, summer learning, and of course lots of fun & outdoor time? It's a lot to juggle. Mathnasium is here to lighten your load. Instead of losing the average two months of math knowledge this summer, your child will grow his or her confidence in math...and actually enjoy doing it.
Museum of Visual Materials
www.sfmvm.com
Name of Camp: Museum of Visual Materials Summer Camp
Dates & Times: Varies
Ages: 5 and up
Price: $10 - $45
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-271-9500
Description: Join the fun at the Museum of Visual Materials this summer! We will have a variety of creative classes such as, pottery, painting, building, drawing and DIY classes this summer. Our goal is to have an educational and creative experience for your child!
Nordland Heritage Foundation
www.augie.edu/camps
Name of Camp: Norwegian and Spanish Language Camps for Children
Dates: June 22-26 - Norwegian for Children
July 13-17 - Spanish for Children
Times: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Age: 2nd Grade - 12 years old
Price: $85 ($10 discount for additional child)
Location: Beaver Creek Church, Augustana Heritage Park - 1111 W 33rd St, Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-376-6921
Description: The Nordland Heritage Foundation for the third year will be providing outstanding Language camps. Participants will learn basic language skills and be introduced to the corresponding heritage, culture, and food in a fun environment.
Nordland Heritage Foundation
www.augie.edu/camps
Name of Camp: Introduction to Genealogy for Teens-Adults
Dates & Times: June 29 - July 1 (6:30 pm - 9:30 pm) or July 20-22 (9:00 am - 12:00 pm)
Age: Teens - Adults
Price: $85 ($10 discount for additional students)
Location: Beaver Creek Church, Augustana Heritage Park - 1111 W 33rd St, Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-376-6921
Description: The camp is designed to provide training for basic genealogy searches. Students will be provided electronic access to genealogy databases and taught how to use those data bases to build their own multigenerational family tree. Students will be encouraged to continue their genealogy searches after the camp ends. In addition, students will develop an interest in their personal heritage, camp will be led by Mary Schultz.
Platinum Dance
www.platinumdancesf.com
Name of Camp: Fairytale Camp
Dates: July 13-17
Times: 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Ages: 3-8 (must be potty trained)
Price: $160+tax
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-951-9309
Description: This magical week brings your princess from near or far (dressed in princess or ballerina outfits, of course!) to spend time with some intelligent, inspiring and polite famous princesses! We dance, read, play games, make crafts and more! We combine the magic of being a princess as we learn dances about being a princess! On the final day of camp, our honored princesses receive awards and perform for Queen Moms and King Dads!
Power & Grace Gymnastics
www.powerandgrace.com
Name of Camp: Summer Days Kids Day Camp
Dates: June - August
Ages: 5-11
Price: Varies
Location: 4225 N Bobhalla Dr, Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-361-3419
Description: Get ready for a summer filled with fun and adventure! Kids will love the activities we have planned to keep their summer fun! Week-long, themed summer day camps giving your child both indoor and outdoor active play, along with projects and activities to stimulate your child's creative and intellectual growth!
SafeSplash Swim School
www.safesplash.com/locations/sioux-falls-south/local-programs
Name of Camps: SwimJams
Dates: June - August
Ages: Varies
Price: Varies
Location: 85th & Minnesota or 4600 Tennis Ln, Sioux Falls
Phone: SafeSplash South 605-204-5100, SafeSplash Woodlake 605-202-2692
Description: SafeSplash will be offering 2-week summer SwimJams (camps) during June, July and August to introduce your kids to swimming or give them a swimming skill boost for the summer! Give us a call or check out our website for pricing and times.
Sanford POWER
www.SanfordPOWER.com
Name of Camp: Sanford POWER
Dates: June 1 - July 31
Times: Varies
Ages: 5th - 12th Grade
Price: Varies
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-312-7800
Description: The POWER sports performance program offers athlete development training for all ages and skill levels at the Sanford Fieldhouse. We provide individualized and small-group training programs for athletes in all sports to improve strength, speed, and ability along with reducing the incidence of injury. Sports nutritionist on staff for answering questions and individual consults.
Sanford POWER Basketball Academy
www.SanfordPentagon.com/basketball
Name of Camp: Basketball Academy
Dates & Times: Varies
Ages: K - 12th Grade
Price: Varies
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-312-7920
Description: Comprehensive basketball program for players of all abilities at the Sanford Pentagon. We offer single-day camps and workouts, weekly workouts and week-long camps.
Sanford POWER Riggs Premier Football Academy
www.sanfordsports.com
Name of Camp: Football Academy
Dates & Times: Varies
Ages: K - 12th Grade
Price: Varies
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-312-7800
Description: Comprehensive football programs for players of all abilities at the Sanford Fieldhouse. We offer individual and group workouts plus flag leagues. Two of the most popular options: The South Dakota Junior Football Camp for Grades 2 – 8 and the Flag Football Camp for Grades K – 6.
Sanford POWER Volleyball Academy
www.SanfordPentagon.com/volleyball1
Name of Camp: Volleyball Academy
Dates & Times: Varies
Ages: K - 12th Grade
Price: Varies
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-312-7920
Description: Comprehensive volleyball program for players of all abilities at the Sanford Pentagon. We offer single-day camps and workouts, weekly workouts and week-long camps.
Sanford POWER Baseball and Softball Academy
www.SanfordSports.com
Name of Camp: Baseball and Softball Academy
Dates & Times: Varies
Ages: K - 12th Grade
Price: Varies
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-312-7800
Description: Comprehensive baseball and softball program for players of all abilities at the Sanford Fieldhouse. We offer single-day camps and workouts, weekly workouts and week-long camps.
Sanford POWER Golf Academy
www.SanfordPentagon.com/golf
Name of Camp: Golf skill camps
Dates &Times: Varies
Ages: 6th Grade - Adult
Price: Varies
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-312-7800
Description: The Sanford POWER Golf Academy, offers a state-of-the-art player development program and a wide variety of programs for golfers of all ages and skill levels. Whether you are a beginner looking for basic instruction or looking to compete at the collegiate or professional level, we can help you achieve your goals. Offerings include: Private, semi-private and small group coaching options led by a PGA Teaching Professional, Youth programs, Golf Movement and Performance Analysis, Strength, Speed, and Power Training, and Golf Nutrition and Hydration Services.
Skate City SD
www.skatecitysd.com
Name of Camp: Fundraising Summer Membership Card
Dates & Times: April - May
Ages: K - 12th Grade
Price: $5 ($1 goes back to your school)
Location: 2901 W 3rd St, Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-332-7915
Description: Purchase a summer membership card for $5 and $1 will go back to your school’s PTO! Membership allows you to skate all summer for only $1 per session, plus skate rental cost.
The Maker’s Nook
www.themakersnook.com
Name of Camp: Camp Nook
Dates & Times: May - August
Ages: Varies
Price: Varies
Location: Harrisburg, SD
Phone: 605-496-2380
Description: Get creative this summer with Camp Nook. Weekly themes will set the tone of projects, activities, games, special guests, field trips and more! Let your child come and explore everything our studio has to offer.
The Safety Village of South Dakota
www.safetyvillage.org
Name of Camp: C.R.A.S.H. - Clinic Car Repair and Safety Help for Teens
Dates: April 25 or November 14
Times: 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Ages: 13-18
Price: $25, Limited enrollment
Location: Safety Village - 100 N Lyon Blvd, Sioux Empire Fairgrounds
Phone: 605-334-7233
Description: C.R.A.S.H program provides teens with safety skills and training to prepare them for the roadways and vehicle ownership. Participants learn to identify various parts under the hood, check the tire treads, and change a tire on actual cars. Teens will also get tips on driving on rural roads and a reminder on South Dakota laws regarding seat belt usage and texting while driving. Learners Permit not required. Lunch included.
The Safety Village of South Dakota
www.safetyvillage.org
Name of Camp: Children’s Safety Camp
Dates: June 9 or 11
Times: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ages: 7-11
Price: $10
Location: Safety Village - 100 N Lyon Blvd, Sioux Empire Fairgrounds
Phone: 605-334-7233
Description: These three-hour camps provide children with information and skills needed to keep them safe in a variety of situations. Safety presentations include passenger, traffic, bicycle, electrical, poison, fire and home. Demonstrations by Sioux Falls Police Department, Avera, Sioux Falls Fire Rescue, Paramedics Plus, 911 Call Center, SD EMS for Children, Sanford AirMed, Xcel Energy, Sanford and more.
The Safety Village of South Dakota
www.safetyvillage.org
Name of Camp: Heroes Summer Camp
Dates: June 16-17 or June 23-24
Times: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Ages: 11 - 13
Price: $25 Lunch included, Limited Enrollment
Location: Safety Village - 100 N Lyon Blvd, Sioux Empire Fairgrounds
Phone: 605-334-7233
Description: The Safety Village of South Dakota HEROES Summer Camp is an annual, 2-day (Tuesday and Wednesday) educational experience for children ages 11-13. Participants take part in fun-filled activities and demonstrations with our community’s heroes the area’s “First Responders“. Activities include: teambuilding and obstacle courses, SWAT team demonstration, K9 unit demonstrations, Bomb Squad demonstrations, Firefighter demonstrations, Paramedic Plus, 911 Call Center, CPR/Stop-the-Bleed training, mock-crime scene with the CSI unit.
Singing Boys of Sioux Falls
www.facebook.com/singingboysofsiouxfalls
Name of Camp: Boys Sing Camp 2020
Dates: June 8-11
Times: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Ages: 8 - 13
Price: $125 by May 1, $150 after, scholarships available
Location: First Congregational Church, Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-789-1524
Description: Join us for a newly revamped schedule of singing and fun! Campers will have the honor of presenting a special performance at the Pipestone National Monument in MN and will tour that community with their music. Tailgate and sing the National Anthem at a Canaries Baseball game, swim, and enjoy other fun activities! A Sioux Falls public concert will now be held Thursday evening, to round out the week!
Sioux Falls Parks & Recreation
www.siouxfalls.org/parks
Name of Camp: Sioux Falls Park and Recreation Summer Activities
Dates & Times: Varies
Ages: Varies
Price: Varies
Location: Varies
Phone Number: 605-367-8222
Description: All summer classes, activities and events will be posted in May 2020 at www.siouxfalls.org/guide
Sioux Falls Tennis Association (SFTA)
www.sfta.net
Name of Camp: Sioux Falls Tennis Association/Parks and Recreation Department Summer Tennis 2020
Dates: Session 1: May 26 - July 2, Session 2: July 6 - August 11
Times: Lesson Time Varies M - Th 8:30 am- 1:00 pm, T - Th 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm and Friday play days
Ages: 4 - 18
Price: Varies
Location: McKennan, Laurel Oaks and Kuehn Parks
Phone: 605-351-1631
Description: SFTA has long been proud to host one of the finest junior programs in the SD with our experienced and caring teaching staff. We have groups that cater to all ages and skill levels. We have optional playdays to upper classes, where kids can demonstrate and practice the skills they are learning. 10 & Under tennis is used in our beginning groups to facilitate quicker learning and enjoyment of the game. Come join the fun!
Sioux Falls YMCA
www.siouxfallsymca.org/ymca-camp-leif-ericson
Name of Camp: YMCA Camp Leif Ericson
Dates: Session 1: June 1-12, Session 2: June 15-26, Session 3: July 6-17, Session 4: July 20-31, Session 5: August 3-14
Times: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Ages: 4 - 15
Price: Varies
Location: 2301 E. 26th St., Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-336-2267
Description: Since 1920, Sioux Falls YMCA camps have provided generations of campers with a safe, meaningful and life-changing outdoor camping experience. Children return year after year to enjoy our beautiful camp property, nestled along the forested shoreline of the Big Sioux River. While camp is close to home in the heart of Sioux Falls, it feels like a world away.
Soccer Sprouts
www.sdsoccersprouts.com
Name of Camp: Spring and Summer Soccer Seasons
Dates: May 5 - June 24 or July 7 - Aug 19
Ages: 3 - 10
Price: $77 per season, 20% multi-child discount
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Phone: 605-929-4683
Description: Soccer Sprouts is an education-based youth soccer program that helps children learn the basic fundamentals of soccer through fun games and activities, while also developing their gross and fine motor skills for any kind of physical activity or play. We encourage our Sprouts to be creative, get healthy exercise and build their confidence, while learning new skills with and without a soccer ball. We believe children learn by playing, and we strive to provide them with a solid foundation to enjoy soccer for many years to come.
South Dakota Symphony Youth Orchestra
www.sdsymphony.org/sdsyo/
Name of Camp: 2020-2021 Season Auditions
Dates: May 28 - June 1st
Ages: 9 - 18
Price: Free
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-335-7933 x 14
Description: The SDSYO is an educational program comprised of four student orchestras, ranging from a beginner string orchestra to an advanced symphonic orchestra. These orchestras provide an inspiring group setting that gives young musicians the tools and training to pursue artistic passions, develop musical talents and build leadership skills. Performances are scheduled at major venues throughout the season, giving students multiple opportunities to showcase their musical talents. To register online for an audition, visit our website.
Southeast Tech Career Exploration Camp
www.southeasttech.edu
Name of Camp: Career Exploration Day - Healthcare, Horticulture, Sports Turf Management, Transportation, Information Technology
Date: May 13
Time: 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Ages: 9th - 12th Grade
Price: Free
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-367-6040
Description: Career Exploration events are designed for high school students to learn more about potential careers through fun, interactive activities. Each session highlights various industries. Participants have the opportunity to meet Southeast Tech faculty, explore skills-relevant facilities and check out the pathways to a career field of interest.
Swan Lake Christian Camp
www.myslcc.com
Name of Camp: Swan Lake Christian Camp
Dates & Times: Varies
Ages: PreK and up
Price: $25 - $260
Location: Viborg, SD
Phone: 605-326-5690
Description: All are welcome to come and make great friends while experiencing a memorable week of camp on the shores of the quiet and beautiful Swan Lake. Just 45 minutes from Sioux Falls, youth experience Christ through daily chapel, outdoor quiet times, life giving campfires and nightly cabin devotions. Fun activities throughout the day include archery, crafts, swimming, canoeing, and recreational games.
Sylvan Learning Center
www.sylvanlearning.com
Name of Camp: Language Arts
Dates & Times: Varies
Ages: 2nd- 9th Grade
Price: $349
Location: Sioux Falls, Brookings and Mitchell
Phone: 605-362-4885
Description: Don’t let your student’s hard work go to waste! Avoid summer learning loss with Sylvan. These academic workshops will increase your student’s proficiency in vocabulary, grammar, spelling and/or writing. Your student will have fun and gain confidence!
Sylvan Learning Center
www.sylvanlearning.com
Name of Camp: Math Edge
Dates & Times: Varies
Ages: K- 9th Grade
Price: $349
Location: Sioux Falls, Brookings and Mitchell
Phone: 605-362-4885
Description: Want to keep your student’s math skills sharp? Math EDGE from Sylvan will keep your student challenged and engaged in math. Call and learn more today!
Washington Pavilion
www.washingtonpavilion.org
Name of Camp: Washington Pavilion Summer Camps
Dates: June 1 – August 13
Times: Morning and afternoon sessions available
Ages: 3 - 18
Price: Varies
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-367-6000
Description: Experience hands-on learning that incorporates all the fantastic opportunities the Washington Pavilion has to offer in visual arts, theatre, music and science! Your kids will continue learning, creating, and exploring through the summer in our fun, safe environment. Utilizing the unique talents of our teaching staff we create special summer memories for students of all ages. All Pavilion camps offer a low student to teacher ratio to maintain quality instruction.
Warwick Workouts
www.warwickworkouts.com
Name of Camp: Next Level Skills Camp
Dates: July 6-8
Ages: 2nd - 8th Grade
Price: Varies
Location: Avera Sports Center
Phone: 605-391-6653
Description: The Warwick Workouts Next Level Skills Camp is for athletes that want to improve as a player on BOTH sides of the basketball. This camp will focus on the game of basketball as a whole, both offensively and defensively. This camp will look to get athletes out of their comfort zone with ball handling, finishing and shooting drills. The Warwick staff will work on full court transition drills, competitive 3-on-3 and 4-on-4 situations and rebounding drills. Next Level Skills Camp is designed for athletes who want to improve their all-around game.
Warwick Workouts
www.warwickworkouts.com
Name of Camp: Point Guard Camps
Dates: June 1-3
Ages: 5th - 12th Grade
Price: Varies
Location: Avera Sports Center
Phone: 605-391-6653
Description: Warwick Workout Point Guard/Guard Academy is for players who want to become a dominant guard and floor general. The camp will concentrate on all aspects of high-level guard play through classroom video instruction and application to the court through advanced game-simulated drills. This camp is designed for athletes that want to become a student of the game and be able to apply it on the court.
Warwick Workouts
www.warwickworkouts.com
Name of Camp: Positionless Player Camp
Dates: May 27-29 and July 27-29
Ages: 8th - 12th Grade
Price: Varies
Location: Avera Sports Center
Phone: 605-391-6653
Description: Positionless Player Camp will teach athletes to play anywhere on the floor. This camp will simulate game action while focusing on shooting, perimeter footwork, mid-range and low post scoring, and elite finishing drills. Learn to score and play from anywhere on the court with Positionless Player Camp.
605 Ninja
www.605ninja.com
Dates & Times: Varies
Ages: 6-12
Price: $50 - $80
Location: 2101 W 41st St., Suite 41, Sioux Falls (behind Best Buy)
Phone: 605-496-2082
Description: Kids LOVE our summer camps! Your child will sweat, exercise and learn fun new moves every day. With several different camp options, we have something for all!
Ninja Camps: For boys and girls who love a challenge! This camp is focused on obstacle training like on American Ninja Warrior. We train over 25 obstacles per camp! Aerial Silks: Love circus? This camp is focused on learning the art of aerial silks. Parkour: Kids who love to jump & climb. Learn tricking, leaping and vaulting over different items.
All American Gymnastics Academy
www.allamericangymnastics.com
Dates: May 26 - August 26
Times: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm (extended care until 6:00 pm for additional fee)
Ages: 3-13
Price: Daily $45/ Weekly $185
Location: 7321 S Grasslands Place, Sioux Falls (new location)
Phone: 605-334-4311
Description: Summer camp in the air is where fun and energy collide. NEW this year- summer camp program with weekly themes and field trips. Coach supervised camps keep kids active and moving all summer long. Three hours of daily fitness activities like Ninja Zone, gymnastics and trampolines. They’ll spend at least half their time in the air! All Camps 15% off until March 15th.
Apple Tree Children’s Center
www.appletreechildren.org
Date: May - August
Time: 6:30 am - 6:30 pm
Ages: 5 - 12
Price: Weekly Rate (multi-child discount)
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: Apple Tree East 605-339-9571, Apple Tree West 605-361-9875, Apple Tree North 605-332-5581, Apple Tree Valhalla 605-361-7746
Description: Our focus is making summer fun and enriching for your child. We offer a summer full of outdoor activities, field trips and hands-on projects to stimulate your child’s imagination, while maintaining their educational focus. Math, Science, Art & Music themed programs including: Welcome to the Jungle, Minute to Win It, HomeTown Heroes, All About Art.
AR Workshop
www.arworkshop.com/siouxfalls
Dates & Times: June 1 - 4, June 8 - 11, June 22 - 25 (11:00 am - 1:00 pm)
June 1 - 4, June 15 - 18 (1:30 pm - 3:30 pm)
Ages: 8-14
Price: $180 (Use code HOOD20 for $20 off until 4/1/20)
Location: 2101 W. 41st Street, Suite 29B, Sioux Falls (between HuHot and Potbelly)
Phone: 605-231-8399
Description: At AR Workshop Sioux Falls, your children can get creative and crafty as they make a customized project every day during our sessions. After selecting their favorite premium paint colors, participants will complete 5 DIY projects over the course of the 4-day camp. Camps are available every week during the month of June.
Augustana University- CANCELLED
www.augie.edu/summer-music-camp
Dates: June 22 - 27
Price: Resident Campers - $500 ($550 after April 15), Commuting Campers: $400 ($450 after April 15)
Ages: 7th - 12th Grade & 2020 High School Grads
Location: Augustana University, Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-274-5457 (Dr. Lisa Grevlos)
Description: Our camp is designed to keep you engaged all day long, meeting new friends, rehearsing with one another, spending time with our amazing faculty, and yes, having some fun that has nothing to do with music! Choices include band, choir, orchestra, keyboard, guitar, small ensembles, enrichment electives, private voice & instrument lessons. Academy ensembles, including Brass Quintet, Opera and String Trio are available for the more advanced music student. Please see our website for scholarship opportunities.
Avera Sports Kairos Elite Volleyball
www.kairoselitevolleyball.com
Dates: August 3-4
Times: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm/1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Price: $119
Ages: 9th - 12th Grade
Location: Avera Human Performance Center - 6800 S. Louise Ave., Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-322-FAST
Description: These camps provide high level/intense training to get ready for your upcoming school season. These camps include TWO required sessions per day (2 days). Players will get a high # of reps, fundamental training, positional training and competitive drills. They are a great way to get in shape and sharpen your skills for the upcoming school season/tryouts!
Avera Sports Kairos Elite Volleyball
www.kairoselitevolleyball.com
Dates: July 27-28 or August 10-11
Times: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm/1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Ages: 7th - 8th Grade
Price: $119
Location: Avera Human Performance Center - 6800 S. Louise Ave., Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-322-FAST
Description: These camps provide high level/intense training to get ready for your upcoming school season. These camps include TWO required sessions per day (2 days). Players will get a high # of reps, fundamental training, positional training and competitive drills. They are a great way to get in shape and sharpen your skills for the upcoming school season/tryouts!
Avera Sports Kairos Elite Volleyball
www.kairoselitevolleyball.com
Name of Camp: Setter Bootcamp
Date: August 6
Times: 9:00 am - 11:00 am/12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Ages: 9th - 12th Grade
Price: $59
Location: Avera Human Performance Center - 6800 S. Louise Ave., Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-322-FAST
Description: Our bootcamps focus on a high number of repetitions and movement drills to get players physically and mentally ready for their school seasons.
Avera Sports Kairos Elite Volleyball
www.kairoselitevolleyball.com
Name of Camp: First Contact Bootcamp
Date: August 7
Times: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm/12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Ages: 9th - 12th Grade
Price: $59
Location: Avera Human Performance Center - 6800 S. Louise Ave., Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-322-FAST
Description: Our bootcamps focus on a high number of repetitions and movement drills to get players physically and mentally ready for their school seasons.
Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools
www.ogknights.org/parents/camps
Dates: May 26th - August 6th
Ages: Pre-K - 12th Grade
Price: Varies
Location: Varies
Phone: (605) 575-3300
Description: We provide a wide range of camps and activities to keep your child busy this summer. We have a variety of options including athletics camps for all ages, performing arts camps and academic summer classes to avoid the “summer slump.” All of our activities are taught and supervised by Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools teachers and staff. We’ll make sure your child has the best summer ever!
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sioux Empire
www.bgcsiouxempire.org
Dates: May - August
Times: 6:30 am - 6:00 pm (Brandon/Harrisburg); 5:45 am - 6:30 pm (Sioux Falls sites)
Ages: K - 12th Grade
Price: Varies
Location: Sioux Falls, Brandon, or Harrisburg
Phone: 605-338-8061
Description: Summer just got real! For years our TV screens have been filled with reality shows, each with a theme aimed to appeal to the viewer. This summer has nothing to do with TV though...instead of watching TV we will be starring in our own reality-based shows. From a cupcake war and house flipping to Survivor and the Amazing Race, kids will engage, compete and star in their own versions of popular shows.
Camp Invention
www.invent.org/camp
Dates & Times: Varies
Ages: K - 6th Grade
Price: Starting at $235
Location: Multiple locations available
Phone: 800-968-4332
Description: Imaginations will soar this summer in the all-new Camp Invention program, Elevate! Campers will spark their creativity and build collaboration skills while controlling their very own flight simulation robot, protecting Earth’s ecosystems, designing the ultimate sports complex and learning the value of their ideas! Local educators will lead fun, hands-on STEM activities inspiring children to ask questions, overcome obstacles and be confident in their innovative ideas. Use promo code LOCAL25 to save $25 (expires 3/31) or LOCAL15 to save $15 (expires 5/12).
Catfish Bay Water Ski Park
www.catfishbay.com
Dates: June 22 - 26
Times: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Ages: 8-13
Price: $365
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-339-0911
Description: This camp gives kids the opportunity to experience water recreation in a fun and safe learning environment. Includes water skiing, fishing, canoeing, tubing, swimming, and more.
Central Preschool & Kindergarten
www.centralsf.org/cpk
Name of Camp: Summer Fun
Dates: Session 1: June 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25; Session 2: June 30, July 2, 7, 9, 14, 16; Session 3: July 21, 23, 28, 30 and August 4, 6
Times: 9:00 am - 11:30 am
Ages: 3 - 6
Price: $148 per session ($40 deposit, $108 due at beginning of session)
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-336-2303
Description: Our summer fun sessions are filled with exploring and learning about many summer-related subjects, such as the beach, fishing, bugs, camping and water fun! Children will also enjoy the exciting learning centers, sing-along time and daily lessons. Each session offers a different variety of learning experiences. Children must be potty-trained.
Children’s Museum of South Dakota
www.prairieplay.org
Dates: June 15-19; July 13-17, Aug. 3-7 (Single day options available on June 29, July 27, & Aug 17)
Times: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Ages: 6 - 12
Price: $225 (Single Day $45)
Location: Brookings
Phone: 605-692-6700
Description: Want to tinker? Be a part of a team working its way through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math Challenges (STEAM) in both the museum exhibits and the Maker Studio. Feeling creative? Explore art through a variety of tools and mediums. Each camp will bring a new experience. Day camps feature improv, DIY techniques, circuitry and robotics.
Code Ninjas
www.codeninjas.com
Dates: Day Camps: May 26 - 29, June 29 - July 1 (8:00 am - 3:00 pm)
Week-long Camps: June 1 - Aug. 21 (8:00 am - 11:00 am & 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
Ages: 7-14
Price: $70 Day Camp, $169 Week-long Camp
Location: 513 W 85th St, Sioux Falls (near intersection of Minnesota & 85th)
Phone: 605-679-6960
Description: Camps at Code Ninjas are designed to be fun & educational. A win-win for kids and parents! Throughout the summer we offer a wide range of camps that will teach kids of all skill levels computer programming. From Minecraft to robotics to drones, we have something for every child. Check our website to see the full camp schedule with morning & afternoon options.
Color Me Mine Sioux Falls
www.siouxfalls.colormemine.com
Dates: Session 1: June 15 - 18 "Mystical Creatures/Out of this World"; Session 2: July 20 - 23 "Animals/Under the Sea"; Session 3: August 10 - 13 "Summer Fun/Emojis"
Times: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Ages: 7-12
Price: $150+tax per session ($50 deposit per session)
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-362-6055
Description: Join us for some creative fun at Color Me Mine Sioux Falls this summer! We will have workshops where the children will paint pottery by learning fun techniques, build with clay, paint canvas and more!
CTE Academy & Southeast Tech Career Camps
www.sf.k12.sd.us/cte/home and www.southeasttech.edu
Healthcare Camp: June 8 - 11; 8:00 am - 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm –5:00 pm
Manufacturing Camp: June 8-11; 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Media Camp: June 8-11; 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Culinary and Horticulture Camp: June 8-11; 8:00 am -12:00 pm & July 6-9; 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Construction Camp: July 6-9; 8:00 am -12:00 pm & July 6-9; 8:00 am -12:00 pm
Ages: 6th- 10th Grade
Price: Free
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-367-5504
Description: Co-sponsored by Southeast Tech, CTE Academy offers a series of camps in the summer that help middle school and high school students learn more about career paths and high school coursework.
D-BAT
www.dbatsiouxfalls.com
Dates: June - August
Ages: 6 - 18
Price: Varies
Location: 1300 E. Benson Rd., Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-306-2287
Description: Daily and weekly daytime camps for baseball and softball athletes 12 and under. Evening clinics for ages 13 and up. All aspects camps and clinics with D-BAT instructors are designed to improve hitting, defense, throwing mechanics, mental preparation, speed and agility, base running, and specialty sessions for pitchers and catchers. See website for more details and to register.
Destiny Youth Ranch
www.destinyyouthranch.com
Dates: June 26 - 28; July 10 - 12; July 24 - 26; August 7 - 9
Ages: 7 - 17
Price: $125
Location: Alvord, IA (30 minutes from Sioux Falls)
Phone: 605-553-7422
Description: We are a non-denominational, non-profit organization that runs day-camps, overnight camps and family retreats where you can learn more about faith and horses in a quiet, small-town atmosphere! We always have great speakers, worship, crafts, games, campfires, and of course... time with the horses! We teach very basic horsemanship (how to groom, tack, ride, and communicate with these amazing creatures), get comfortable with riding in an arena, and then get to hit the trail on over 45 acres of land!
First Tee of South Dakota
www.thefirstteesouthdakota.org
Dates: June 1 - August 3
Times: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Ages: 5 - 18
Price: $65 - $124; Financial Assistance Available, no child is turned away due to an inability to pay.
Location: Elmwood Golf Course, Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-367-7092 x 109
Description: The First Tee of South Dakota is a golf and life skills youth development program that uses golf as its context. Participants will learn the fundamentals of golf through our tiered learning program working on all areas of golf. Participants will also be exposed to our life skills curriculum which includes core values and healthy habits. These include meeting and greeting, how to manage emotions, resolve conflicts, communication, setting goals and more. Clubs are provided.
Great Plains Zoo and Delbridge Museum of Natural History
www.greatzoo.org
Dates: June - August
Ages: 4 - 11
Price: Varies
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-367-7003 x233
Description: Get ready for a summer camp experience your child will never forget! With half-day and full-day themed camps, summer ZooCamp has an adventure waiting for everyone! Each camp is customized, but all include games, songs, crafts, snacks, train or carousel rides, tours of the zoo, and animal encounters.
Inspiration Hills Camp and Retreat Center
www.inspirationhills.org
Dates: June 8 - August 11
Ages: 1st - 12th Grade
Price: $115 - $550
Location: Inwood, IA
Phone: 712-986-5193
Description: Believe it or not…Summer is right around the corner! Join us at Inspiration Hills for a week to experience adventure, bonfires, swimming, horseback riding, chapels, worship and so much more! We feature a variety of different camps for all ages such as Day Camp, Saddle Up, Wilderness, Grand Camp, Lodge, Family Camp, and Take Me Fishing. Visit us at www.inspirationhills.org for more information on specific camps and registration. See you soon!
Lost Timber Bible Camp
www.losttimber.org
Dates: Breakaway Camp: June 7-13; Expedition Camp: June 14-20; Ignite Camp: June 21-27; Trailblazer 1 & 2 Camp: July 5-10 & July 12-17
Ages: 3rd Grade - College Freshmen
Price: $245
Location: Chandler, MN
Phone: 507-677-2555
Description: Lost Timber is passionate about having fun, building relationships, and helping campers grow in their faith. More than just a safe and affordable place to have fun with friends; we are committed to building relationships with our campers so we can share with them the love of Christ and more importantly, show them the love of Christ. It is our commitment to building relationships and discipling campers that keep them coming back year after year.
Lutherans Outdoors in South Dakota- CANCELLED
www.losd.org
Dates: June 7 - August 7 - Weekly
Ages: All Ages
Price: $300 - $700
Location: Varies
Phone: 800-888-1464
Description: Lutherans Outdoors in South Dakota provides opportunities for all ages and all abilities to explore and experience love in community and creation. Our summer camps provide individuals and families the chance to spend a week, as faith becomes life.
Mathnasium of Sioux Falls
www.mathnasium.com/siouxfalls
Dates & Times: Varies
Ages: 2nd - 12th Grade
Price: Starting at $20/session
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-334-6284
Description: This summer are you trying to balance camps, family-time, your work, childcare, vacation, summer learning, and of course lots of fun & outdoor time? It's a lot to juggle. Mathnasium is here to lighten your load. Instead of losing the average two months of math knowledge this summer, your child will grow his or her confidence in math...and actually enjoy doing it.
Museum of Visual Materials
www.sfmvm.com
Dates & Times: Varies
Ages: 5 and up
Price: $10 - $45
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-271-9500
Description: Join the fun at the Museum of Visual Materials this summer! We will have a variety of creative classes such as, pottery, painting, building, drawing and DIY classes this summer. Our goal is to have an educational and creative experience for your child!
Nordland Heritage Foundation
www.augie.edu/camps
Dates: June 22-26 - Norwegian for Children
July 13-17 - Spanish for Children
Times: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Age: 2nd Grade - 12 years old
Price: $85 ($10 discount for additional child)
Location: Beaver Creek Church, Augustana Heritage Park - 1111 W 33rd St, Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-376-6921
Description: The Nordland Heritage Foundation for the third year will be providing outstanding Language camps. Participants will learn basic language skills and be introduced to the corresponding heritage, culture, and food in a fun environment.
Nordland Heritage Foundation
www.augie.edu/camps
Dates & Times: June 29 - July 1 (6:30 pm - 9:30 pm) or July 20-22 (9:00 am - 12:00 pm)
Age: Teens - Adults
Price: $85 ($10 discount for additional students)
Location: Beaver Creek Church, Augustana Heritage Park - 1111 W 33rd St, Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-376-6921
Description: The camp is designed to provide training for basic genealogy searches. Students will be provided electronic access to genealogy databases and taught how to use those data bases to build their own multigenerational family tree. Students will be encouraged to continue their genealogy searches after the camp ends. In addition, students will develop an interest in their personal heritage, camp will be led by Mary Schultz.
Platinum Dance
www.platinumdancesf.com
Dates: July 13-17
Times: 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Ages: 3-8 (must be potty trained)
Price: $160+tax
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-951-9309
Description: This magical week brings your princess from near or far (dressed in princess or ballerina outfits, of course!) to spend time with some intelligent, inspiring and polite famous princesses! We dance, read, play games, make crafts and more! We combine the magic of being a princess as we learn dances about being a princess! On the final day of camp, our honored princesses receive awards and perform for Queen Moms and King Dads!
Power & Grace Gymnastics
www.powerandgrace.com
Dates: June - August
Ages: 5-11
Price: Varies
Location: 4225 N Bobhalla Dr, Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-361-3419
Description: Get ready for a summer filled with fun and adventure! Kids will love the activities we have planned to keep their summer fun! Week-long, themed summer day camps giving your child both indoor and outdoor active play, along with projects and activities to stimulate your child's creative and intellectual growth!
SafeSplash Swim School
www.safesplash.com/locations/sioux-falls-south/local-programs
Dates: June - August
Ages: Varies
Price: Varies
Location: 85th & Minnesota or 4600 Tennis Ln, Sioux Falls
Phone: SafeSplash South 605-204-5100, SafeSplash Woodlake 605-202-2692
Description: SafeSplash will be offering 2-week summer SwimJams (camps) during June, July and August to introduce your kids to swimming or give them a swimming skill boost for the summer! Give us a call or check out our website for pricing and times.
Sanford POWER
www.SanfordPOWER.com
Dates: June 1 - July 31
Times: Varies
Ages: 5th - 12th Grade
Price: Varies
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-312-7800
Description: The POWER sports performance program offers athlete development training for all ages and skill levels at the Sanford Fieldhouse. We provide individualized and small-group training programs for athletes in all sports to improve strength, speed, and ability along with reducing the incidence of injury. Sports nutritionist on staff for answering questions and individual consults.
Sanford POWER Basketball Academy
www.SanfordPentagon.com/basketball
Dates & Times: Varies
Ages: K - 12th Grade
Price: Varies
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-312-7920
Description: Comprehensive basketball program for players of all abilities at the Sanford Pentagon. We offer single-day camps and workouts, weekly workouts and week-long camps.
Sanford POWER Riggs Premier Football Academy
www.sanfordsports.com
Dates & Times: Varies
Ages: K - 12th Grade
Price: Varies
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-312-7800
Description: Comprehensive football programs for players of all abilities at the Sanford Fieldhouse. We offer individual and group workouts plus flag leagues. Two of the most popular options: The South Dakota Junior Football Camp for Grades 2 – 8 and the Flag Football Camp for Grades K – 6.
Sanford POWER Volleyball Academy
www.SanfordPentagon.com/volleyball1
Dates & Times: Varies
Ages: K - 12th Grade
Price: Varies
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-312-7920
Description: Comprehensive volleyball program for players of all abilities at the Sanford Pentagon. We offer single-day camps and workouts, weekly workouts and week-long camps.
Sanford POWER Baseball and Softball Academy
www.SanfordSports.com
Dates & Times: Varies
Ages: K - 12th Grade
Price: Varies
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-312-7800
Description: Comprehensive baseball and softball program for players of all abilities at the Sanford Fieldhouse. We offer single-day camps and workouts, weekly workouts and week-long camps.
Sanford POWER Golf Academy
www.SanfordPentagon.com/golf
Dates &Times: Varies
Ages: 6th Grade - Adult
Price: Varies
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-312-7800
Description: The Sanford POWER Golf Academy, offers a state-of-the-art player development program and a wide variety of programs for golfers of all ages and skill levels. Whether you are a beginner looking for basic instruction or looking to compete at the collegiate or professional level, we can help you achieve your goals. Offerings include: Private, semi-private and small group coaching options led by a PGA Teaching Professional, Youth programs, Golf Movement and Performance Analysis, Strength, Speed, and Power Training, and Golf Nutrition and Hydration Services.
Skate City SD
www.skatecitysd.com
Dates & Times: April - May
Ages: K - 12th Grade
Price: $5 ($1 goes back to your school)
Location: 2901 W 3rd St, Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-332-7915
Description: Purchase a summer membership card for $5 and $1 will go back to your school’s PTO! Membership allows you to skate all summer for only $1 per session, plus skate rental cost.
The Maker’s Nook
www.themakersnook.com
Dates & Times: May - August
Ages: Varies
Price: Varies
Location: Harrisburg, SD
Phone: 605-496-2380
Description: Get creative this summer with Camp Nook. Weekly themes will set the tone of projects, activities, games, special guests, field trips and more! Let your child come and explore everything our studio has to offer.
The Safety Village of South Dakota
www.safetyvillage.org
Dates: April 25 or November 14
Times: 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Ages: 13-18
Price: $25, Limited enrollment
Location: Safety Village - 100 N Lyon Blvd, Sioux Empire Fairgrounds
Phone: 605-334-7233
Description: C.R.A.S.H program provides teens with safety skills and training to prepare them for the roadways and vehicle ownership. Participants learn to identify various parts under the hood, check the tire treads, and change a tire on actual cars. Teens will also get tips on driving on rural roads and a reminder on South Dakota laws regarding seat belt usage and texting while driving. Learners Permit not required. Lunch included.
The Safety Village of South Dakota
www.safetyvillage.org
Dates: June 9 or 11
Times: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ages: 7-11
Price: $10
Location: Safety Village - 100 N Lyon Blvd, Sioux Empire Fairgrounds
Phone: 605-334-7233
Description: These three-hour camps provide children with information and skills needed to keep them safe in a variety of situations. Safety presentations include passenger, traffic, bicycle, electrical, poison, fire and home. Demonstrations by Sioux Falls Police Department, Avera, Sioux Falls Fire Rescue, Paramedics Plus, 911 Call Center, SD EMS for Children, Sanford AirMed, Xcel Energy, Sanford and more.
The Safety Village of South Dakota
www.safetyvillage.org
Dates: June 16-17 or June 23-24
Times: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Ages: 11 - 13
Price: $25 Lunch included, Limited Enrollment
Location: Safety Village - 100 N Lyon Blvd, Sioux Empire Fairgrounds
Phone: 605-334-7233
Description: The Safety Village of South Dakota HEROES Summer Camp is an annual, 2-day (Tuesday and Wednesday) educational experience for children ages 11-13. Participants take part in fun-filled activities and demonstrations with our community’s heroes the area’s “First Responders“. Activities include: teambuilding and obstacle courses, SWAT team demonstration, K9 unit demonstrations, Bomb Squad demonstrations, Firefighter demonstrations, Paramedic Plus, 911 Call Center, CPR/Stop-the-Bleed training, mock-crime scene with the CSI unit.
Singing Boys of Sioux Falls
www.facebook.com/singingboysofsiouxfalls
Dates: June 8-11
Times: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Ages: 8 - 13
Price: $125 by May 1, $150 after, scholarships available
Location: First Congregational Church, Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-789-1524
Description: Join us for a newly revamped schedule of singing and fun! Campers will have the honor of presenting a special performance at the Pipestone National Monument in MN and will tour that community with their music. Tailgate and sing the National Anthem at a Canaries Baseball game, swim, and enjoy other fun activities! A Sioux Falls public concert will now be held Thursday evening, to round out the week!
Sioux Falls Parks & Recreation
www.siouxfalls.org/parks
Name of Camp: Sioux Falls Park and Recreation Summer Activities
Dates & Times: Varies
Ages: Varies
Price: Varies
Location: Varies
Phone Number: 605-367-8222
Description: All summer classes, activities and events will be posted in May 2020 at www.siouxfalls.org/guide
Sioux Falls Tennis Association (SFTA)
www.sfta.net
Dates: Session 1: May 26 - July 2, Session 2: July 6 - August 11
Times: Lesson Time Varies M - Th 8:30 am- 1:00 pm, T - Th 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm and Friday play days
Ages: 4 - 18
Price: Varies
Location: McKennan, Laurel Oaks and Kuehn Parks
Phone: 605-351-1631
Description: SFTA has long been proud to host one of the finest junior programs in the SD with our experienced and caring teaching staff. We have groups that cater to all ages and skill levels. We have optional playdays to upper classes, where kids can demonstrate and practice the skills they are learning. 10 & Under tennis is used in our beginning groups to facilitate quicker learning and enjoyment of the game. Come join the fun!
Sioux Falls YMCA
www.siouxfallsymca.org/ymca-camp-leif-ericson
Dates: Session 1: June 1-12, Session 2: June 15-26, Session 3: July 6-17, Session 4: July 20-31, Session 5: August 3-14
Times: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Ages: 4 - 15
Price: Varies
Location: 2301 E. 26th St., Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-336-2267
Description: Since 1920, Sioux Falls YMCA camps have provided generations of campers with a safe, meaningful and life-changing outdoor camping experience. Children return year after year to enjoy our beautiful camp property, nestled along the forested shoreline of the Big Sioux River. While camp is close to home in the heart of Sioux Falls, it feels like a world away.
Soccer Sprouts
www.sdsoccersprouts.com
Dates: May 5 - June 24 or July 7 - Aug 19
Ages: 3 - 10
Price: $77 per season, 20% multi-child discount
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Phone: 605-929-4683
Description: Soccer Sprouts is an education-based youth soccer program that helps children learn the basic fundamentals of soccer through fun games and activities, while also developing their gross and fine motor skills for any kind of physical activity or play. We encourage our Sprouts to be creative, get healthy exercise and build their confidence, while learning new skills with and without a soccer ball. We believe children learn by playing, and we strive to provide them with a solid foundation to enjoy soccer for many years to come.
South Dakota Symphony Youth Orchestra
www.sdsymphony.org/sdsyo/
Dates: May 28 - June 1st
Ages: 9 - 18
Price: Free
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-335-7933 x 14
Description: The SDSYO is an educational program comprised of four student orchestras, ranging from a beginner string orchestra to an advanced symphonic orchestra. These orchestras provide an inspiring group setting that gives young musicians the tools and training to pursue artistic passions, develop musical talents and build leadership skills. Performances are scheduled at major venues throughout the season, giving students multiple opportunities to showcase their musical talents. To register online for an audition, visit our website.
Southeast Tech Career Exploration Camp
www.southeasttech.edu
Date: May 13
Time: 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Ages: 9th - 12th Grade
Price: Free
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-367-6040
Description: Career Exploration events are designed for high school students to learn more about potential careers through fun, interactive activities. Each session highlights various industries. Participants have the opportunity to meet Southeast Tech faculty, explore skills-relevant facilities and check out the pathways to a career field of interest.
Swan Lake Christian Camp
www.myslcc.com
Dates & Times: Varies
Ages: PreK and up
Price: $25 - $260
Location: Viborg, SD
Phone: 605-326-5690
Description: All are welcome to come and make great friends while experiencing a memorable week of camp on the shores of the quiet and beautiful Swan Lake. Just 45 minutes from Sioux Falls, youth experience Christ through daily chapel, outdoor quiet times, life giving campfires and nightly cabin devotions. Fun activities throughout the day include archery, crafts, swimming, canoeing, and recreational games.
Sylvan Learning Center
www.sylvanlearning.com
Dates & Times: Varies
Ages: 2nd- 9th Grade
Price: $349
Location: Sioux Falls, Brookings and Mitchell
Phone: 605-362-4885
Description: Don’t let your student’s hard work go to waste! Avoid summer learning loss with Sylvan. These academic workshops will increase your student’s proficiency in vocabulary, grammar, spelling and/or writing. Your student will have fun and gain confidence!
Sylvan Learning Center
www.sylvanlearning.com
Dates & Times: Varies
Ages: K- 9th Grade
Price: $349
Location: Sioux Falls, Brookings and Mitchell
Phone: 605-362-4885
Description: Want to keep your student’s math skills sharp? Math EDGE from Sylvan will keep your student challenged and engaged in math. Call and learn more today!
Washington Pavilion
www.washingtonpavilion.org
Dates: June 1 – August 13
Times: Morning and afternoon sessions available
Ages: 3 - 18
Price: Varies
Location: Sioux Falls
Phone: 605-367-6000
Description: Experience hands-on learning that incorporates all the fantastic opportunities the Washington Pavilion has to offer in visual arts, theatre, music and science! Your kids will continue learning, creating, and exploring through the summer in our fun, safe environment. Utilizing the unique talents of our teaching staff we create special summer memories for students of all ages. All Pavilion camps offer a low student to teacher ratio to maintain quality instruction.
Warwick Workouts
www.warwickworkouts.com
Dates: July 6-8
Ages: 2nd - 8th Grade
Price: Varies
Location: Avera Sports Center
Phone: 605-391-6653
Description: The Warwick Workouts Next Level Skills Camp is for athletes that want to improve as a player on BOTH sides of the basketball. This camp will focus on the game of basketball as a whole, both offensively and defensively. This camp will look to get athletes out of their comfort zone with ball handling, finishing and shooting drills. The Warwick staff will work on full court transition drills, competitive 3-on-3 and 4-on-4 situations and rebounding drills. Next Level Skills Camp is designed for athletes who want to improve their all-around game.
Warwick Workouts
www.warwickworkouts.com
Dates: June 1-3
Ages: 5th - 12th Grade
Price: Varies
Location: Avera Sports Center
Phone: 605-391-6653
Description: Warwick Workout Point Guard/Guard Academy is for players who want to become a dominant guard and floor general. The camp will concentrate on all aspects of high-level guard play through classroom video instruction and application to the court through advanced game-simulated drills. This camp is designed for athletes that want to become a student of the game and be able to apply it on the court.
Warwick Workouts
www.warwickworkouts.com
Dates: May 27-29 and July 27-29
Ages: 8th - 12th Grade
Price: Varies
Location: Avera Sports Center
Phone: 605-391-6653
Description: Positionless Player Camp will teach athletes to play anywhere on the floor. This camp will simulate game action while focusing on shooting, perimeter footwork, mid-range and low post scoring, and elite finishing drills. Learn to score and play from anywhere on the court with Positionless Player Camp.
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