Summer Camps 2012

Ackermann’s Swim Program

1044 Curran Avenue • Kirkwood
Camp: (314) 821-1070
Office: (314)966-7738
www.ASPKirkwood.com
Beverly Ackermann Shoop and son Michael A. Shoop are co-owners of Ackermann’s Swim Program which has been teaching children to swim for more than 60 years. They provide children ages 4-11 group swimming lessons in a non-competitive and safe environment in which to build confidence and self-esteem by teaching the life skills of swimming and water safety. Four different water level pools for progressive learning levels in heated pools. Enroll in one or two week sessions with Red Cross Certified teaching staff. Ackermann’s also has a playground plus convenient drop off and pick up at the curb. Ackermann’s Swim Program was just nominated for “Best Summer Sports Camp” by St. Louis Magazine’s A list. Visit their website for camp dates.

All Star Kids Camp at the Chesterfield Athletic Club

16625 Swingley Ridge Road • Chesterfield
(636) 532-9992
www.chesterfieldathleticclub.com
All Star Kids Camp at Chesterfield Athletic Club features Tennis, Swimming, Games/Activities, Fun & Friends!  Kids enjoy their 15 indoor/outdoor tennis courts, indoor/outdoor pools, gymnasium, racquetball, kickball, children’s yoga, karate and much more! Their experienced, engaging counselors give individualized attention to keep your kids active while having a ton of fun.   Lunch included daily.  Before/after care available.   Ages 5-12.  Camp runs June 4 through Aug. 8 – sign up for a week, or save 10 percent when signing up for the whole summer!  Plus, siblings receive a 10 percent discount!  Convenient location, easy access and drop-off.

Andrews Academy

888 North Mason Road • Creve Coeur
(314) 878-1883
www.andrewsacademy.com
Andrews Academy Summer Program is a summer day camp for children entering Kindergarten through grade six in the fall.  The camp is located on a wooded campus with an air-conditioned building and an in-ground pool offering campers a multitude of activities administered by experienced camp counselors.  Activities include selected sports, outdoor education as well as performing arts and crafts.  Karate is offered as an optional activity.  Two five-week sessions are offered, running from mid-June to mid-August.  Extended daycare is provided at no extra charge, both before and after camp hours.

Animal Camp – Cub Creek Science Camp

(573) 458-2125
www.MyAnimalCamp.com
Feed monkeys, pet a kangaroo, take classes in Veterinary Medicine, Animal Care, Survival Skills, Crime Science, Zip line, Pottery, Archery, Culinary Science, Swimming and Crafts. Two hundred  forty beautifully forested acres are home to one of the most unique summer camps in the country. Cub Creek Science Camp is the only camp with its own zoo, and offers a 4:1 student / teacher ratio to ensure that campers not only have the time of their lives, but are always well supervised and safe. In addition to the many fun activities, their spacious, air-conditioned cabins and delicious meals are also favorites of their campers. Free Brochure: www.MyAnimalCamp.com.

Baskin Farm

18124 Baskin Farm Dr. • Wildwood
(636) 458-5053
www.baskinfarm.net
Baskin Farm’s Summer Camps offer a great opportunity for children to spend all day with horses. Nestled in the green hills of Wildwood, Their campers learn hunt-seat riding as well as how to care for horses and riding equipment. Their experienced staff provide quality instruction with an emphasis on safety. Six one-week sessions are suitable for beginner and intermediate riders. Call or email today, as space is limited. Questions should be directed to lessons@baskinfarm.net, call Their office or visit their website.

Becky Viola’s Children’s Theatre Workshop

(636) 227-4267
www.beckyviola.com
For students aged 7½ to 18 years of 
age, Becky Viola’s Children’s Theatre Workshop presents five one-week drama camps! The shows are: Wizard of Oz, How to Eat Like a Child, Peter Pan and Pom-Pom Zombies; for students aged 3½ to 7: Aladdin. It’s incredible to experience, but in one week’s time, Ms. Becky brings to life a full production with everything – sound, lights, set and costuming!  Camp sizes are limited & fill quickly, so call now to reserve a spot. Ms. Becky teaches drama, vocal performance & piano privately and at Wildwood Dance & Arts. Ms. Becky has directed over 180 shows.

Camp Taum Sauk

Lesterville
(314) 993-1655
www.taumsauk.com
Camp Taum Sauk is a family-owned co-ed overnight camp in Lesterville, Mo., dedicated to creating positive, lasting impressions on children ages 8 to 15. Concerned about safety with an emphasis on individual attention, experienced staff leads campers through exciting experiences, including horseback rides, mountain biking, caving, zip wire, a giant swing, ropes course, wilderness skills, archery, riflery, creative arts, tennis and more. Children learn confidence in the water through Red Cross swim instruction. Other water activities include canoeing, kayaking, rafting, rubbing, snorkeling and fishing. Camps run from one to eight weeks.  The one-week option is perfect for first-timers. Transportation to and from St. Louis is provided.

Camp Westminster

800 Maryville Center Drive,
Town and Country, Missouri 63017
(314) 997-2900
www.wcastl.org/campwestminster
Don’t miss out on Camp Westminster, an exciting summer camp experience for kids in grades K-8! Camp Westminster runs from June 4-29 and offers 24 exciting specialty camps. Boys and girls will have fun while learning new skills – from compiling and editing video clips in movie-making to rattling funny bones in improv theatre and even soaking up the best baseball tips from former St. Louis Cardinal Andy Benes – among other ultra-fun activities! Their staff includes dedicated and enthusiastic Westminster teachers, coaches and athletes who will help campers strengthen and sharpen their God-given skills.

Carol Bowman Academy of Dance, Ltd.

#16 Clarkson-Wilson Centre
Chesterfield
(636) 537-3203
For over 15 years, Carol Bowman Academy of Dance has offered a summer program that is an ideal time to introduce children of all ages to the different disciplines of dance. Daytime and evening classes/camps are offered to accommodate everyone’s schedule. For their younger students ballet, tap, and tumbling are incorporated to encourage coordination, rhythm, and creativeness. For the experienced dancers, classes in ballet, pointe, modern, jazz and tap are structured to help maintain technique, flexibility and tone. Call for details or to request a schedule.

Chesterfield Arts

444 Chesterfield Center • Chesterfield
(636) 519-1955
www.chesterfieldarts.org
Do you have an artistically curious child? Chesterfield Arts is the place for Art Camps 2012. Whether your child is into Drawing, Painting, Ceramics, Illustration, or Sculpture they have it all. Also, Chesterfield Arts will be introducing a new camp in Claymation. Camps are half-day or full-day with one, two or more weeks available. For grades PreK-8 plus advanced classes for teens. Art camps are not just for kids. Ask about Art Camps for Adults! Spring art classes are available now. Don’t wait any longer register today! Call to register or check their website for more information.

Club Z! In-Home Tutoring of St. Charles County

(636) 486-2422
www.clubz.com/sccmo
The tutors at Club Z! In-Home Tutoring of St. Charles County understand both parents’ and students’ frustrations and know that continuing education over the summer break is the key to a positive school year ahead.  It’s a chance for children to master important skills or explore areas of interest in a fun, creative way. Club Z! summer sessions offer uninterrupted, individualized tutoring as often as parents choose –  2, 3 or more times a week.  Club Z! also offers in-home tutoring in all core subjects, including reading, math, science, as well as instruction in study skills, music, computers,  and SAT and ACT preparation. Find out more about how Club Z! can enhance your child’s summer by visiting our web site at:  www.clubztutoring.com/sccmo or by calling  636-486-2422.

Countryside Montessori School

12226 Ladue Road • Creve Coeur
(314) 434-2821
www.countrysidemontessorischool.info
Countryside Montessori School offers a 10-week summer program (five 2-week sessions) for children ages 1-6. Your child will enjoy Montessori class time, arts & crafts, daily pony rides, swimming instruction/water play and more!  Hours are 8:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. (snack included) or 8:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. (lunch included). They also offer a full extended day program from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Summer camp dates are June 4 – Aug. 10. Please call for registration materials.

Dance Incorporated

317 Ozark Trail Drive, Suite 150  (Clarkson/Clayton behind Chevy’s)  Ellisville
(636) 394-0023
www.dance-inc.com
www.midwestperformingarts.org
Dance Incorporated hosts two exciting and affordable half-day dance camps. Children receive instruction from trained professionals in fun activities and art forms. “Passion for Fashion and Dance” (July 9-13, ages 3-10) includes ballet, jazz, poms, musical theatre, makeovers, glamour hairdos, manicures, pedicures and dress up! “The Zone” (July 16-20, ages 6-12) includes ballet, jazz, contemporary lyrical, poms, hip-hop, and musical theatre.  Both camps end in live performances for the parents, and each camper receives a free T-shirt. Crafts are included.  Camps are open to all levels, so bring your friends!

Fazio’s Rock Academy

Summer Camp
15440 Manchester Road • Ellisville
(636) 227-3573
www.faziosmusic.com
A Unique Rock & Roll Band Experience for Guitarists, Vocalists, Bassists, and Keyboardists between the ages of 9 and 17.  Session 1: JUL 16 – 20, 2012      Session 2: JUL 23 – 27, 2012. TIMES: 8:50 a.m. to 3:20 p.m. with break for lunch. Students return on Friday evening for the Fazio’s Rock Academy Concert. WHERE: DOXA Arts Center (on the campus of West Hills Community Church: 13250 South Outer 40 Road, Chesterfield, MO) FEE: $399 per week (if student is enrolled both weeks, 2nd week tuition is reduced to $369). Tuition price includes songbook and Fazio’s Rock Academy T-Shirt. Camp sessions can include: ‘quiet’ band rehearsal stations, songwriting classes, rock music theory classes, plenty of stage time for each band, and some special guest appearances by local professional rock artists!

First and Goal Youth Football Camp

www.fngfootballcamp.com
Are you read for some football!  Get ready to have fun playing some summer football.  The camp offers both a full contact and non-contact learning environment.  The camp is Monday – Friday June 25th – 29th located at John F. Kennedy Catholic High School.  The football drills are directed by local high school coaches.  Both half day and full day options are available. Click on link to find out more  and to register.

First Baptist Christian Academy

8750 Veterans Memorial Parkway
O’Fallon
(636) 272-5321
www.fbcacademy.org
School is out and our camp kids have FUN every day!  With activities including sports, drama, art, music, creative movement, and more, kids look forward to returning each day.  Older kids have opportunities for a weekly field trip, while younger kids stay on campus all week.  Our Summer Camp program is AFFORDABLE for parents.  Reasonable rates for one child, and discounts for multiple children.  Our FLEXIBLE schedule allows you to sign up weekly, or for the whole summer, and the choice of 2, 3, 4, or 5 days per week, and comes with FREE before/after care – 6am-6pm

Gametime Sports

18018 Eads Avenue • Chesterfield
(636) 519-0445

4160 Ehlmann Drive •  St. Peters
(636) 474-2255

www.bnsgametime.com
Join Gametime Sports in Chesterfield for a summer full of sports, activities, and fun! Gametime Sports is a St. Louis based organization that offers athletes of all abilities, between the ages of 5 and 12, a chance to play, compete, and have fun in a safe and structured environment. All campers will leave Gametime Sports with a positive attitude towards competing in athletics while having fun and meeting several new friends along the way. Campers can choose to attend as many weeks of camp as they would like between May 21st and August 10th.Multiple week and sibling discounts available! Visit www.bnsgametime.com or call 636-519-0445 (Chesterfield) or 636-474-2255  (St. Peters) for more information.

Irish Lacrosse

Summer Camp
1 Soccer Park Road • Fenton
(314) 401-2204
www.irishlacrossecamp.com
The camp is instructed and led by Division 1,2,3 coaches from the East Coast.  A strong emphasis is placed on teaching the correct fundamentals  and understanding how to play the game correctly. The days is broken into 2 sessions, morning instruction and afternoon round robin games. This is an excellent camp for those who want to prepare for the next level.

JCC Day Camps

Chesterfield & Creve Coeur
(314) 442-3423
www.jccstl.com
Come for a week or play at the J all summer long. They offer sports, arts and nature, a brand new camp pavilion (Creve Coeur) and new camps for 2012 like Circus, Lacrosse, Girls Soccer, Magical Musical Tour and more! Campers swim in their beautiful pools every day – and receive Red Cross swim instruction. Two convenient locations in Creve Coeur and Chesterfield. Before- and after-care available. Programs for teens, too. Multi-kid and camp bundle discounts. J Day Camps are ACA accredited. Every kid is welcome at the J – and their staff will make sure yours has a terrific summer. View brochure at jccstl.org

Kennedy Farms

Equestrian Center
1122 Deep Forest Drive • Chesterfield
(636) 532-7274
www.kennedyfarms.com
Kennedy Farms Equestrian Camps & Clinics are now enrolling: Coed, ages 6-16. Weekly sessions are available for all riding levels. Intermediate and advanced riders have the opportunity to attend sessions that focus on the equitation, hunter and jumper skills necessary for the show ring. Beginner sessions provide hours of riding experience which is enhanced by fun, hands-on-activities covering horse safety, grooming, care and much more. Contact Kennedy Farms today for more information about opportunities for all ages or e-mail them at kennedyfarms@kennedyfarms.com.

Kindermusik Academy

Adventures Summer Camp
B’nai Amoona Children’s Center
324 South Mason Rd, Creve Coeur
B.S.K.I. Education Center
1107 E. Linden, Richmond Hgts
314-434-9496
www.kindermusikstl.com
Inspire your child’s love of music in a nationally-recognized Kindermusik Adventures Summer Camp. In five, once-per week classes, children learn how they learn best – by igniting their natural sense of wonder and imagination. Parents and children play, learn, sing, dance, create, play percussion instruments and share in the fun of making music together. Older children attend without an adult. Families continue the musical enjoyment all week between each class, guided by Kindermusik CDs, books and instruments. An experienced Kindermusik educator leads the class through each research-proven and giggle-approved activity. Indoor camps with outdoor themes! Call for full camp details or visit their website.

Little Guppy’s

“Explore Missouri”
1078 Bryan Road • O’Fallon
(636) 240-7332  www.littleguppy.com
The Ultimate Summer Camp Roadtrip! From “Underground Missouri” to “Missouri Government”, our campers will be traveling to Mark Twain Cave, Federal Court Tour, Busch Stadium Tour, Powder Valley, Laumeier Sculpture Park and much, much more. Each week, we will roadtrip 4 out of 5 days traveling to not only our major field trips, but also to local parks, libraries, bowling, skating and the waterpark. (Campers need to have finished kindergarten for Camp Guppy) For our youngest campers, we have Camp Kindergarten. Children who are enrolled for kindergarten beginning August 2012 will enjoy 4 major field trips plus library visits, park visits, water play and tons of summer fun mixed with a bit of kindergarten readiness. Certified Teachers. Ages 5-12. Camps run May 29 – August 10, 2012.

Living Word Church

17315 Manchester Road
Wildwood, MO 63038
(636) 821-2800
www.livingwordumc.org
Living Word Church offers fun summer programs. In June, the Living Word Early Childhood Center is sponsoring a “Books, Books, Books” four-week summer camp (9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday – Thursday) for children ages 15 months to 5 years (by June). For enrollment information, call Amy Johnston at 230-0089 or email ajohnston@livingwordumc.org.  Children entering first through fifth grade can register for themed camps (Science, Art, Sports/Cooking, Music/Drama/Blacklight), offered weekly from 8:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. Monday – Friday, starting June 4.  Bible Camp for Preschool (age 3) through 5^th grade kids will be offered July 9 – 13. For registration information, call Brenda Stobbe at 821-2800, email bstobbe@livingwordumc.org or register at www.livingwordumc.org.

Lou Fusz Soccer Club

Lou Fusz Soccer Complex – West County
CBC High School – West County
Lutheran High School South – South County
O’Fallon Sports Park – St. Charles County
(314) 628-9341 or (314) 393-1164
www.loufuszsoccer.com
At Lou Fusz Soccer Club, “Learn Through Fun” is the camp motto! Lou Fusz offers a Spring Program and Summer Camps. All camps are open to the public. In addition to the Full and Half Day Summer Camps, Lou Fusz offers many Summer Mini-Camps in South County, St. Charles County, West County, Jefferson County, Kirkwood, University City and Southern Illinois. Camp activities are designed to enhance the young players’ techniques and are conducted by experienced coaches who know how to teach and keep things fun. For more information, call or email martypike@loufuszsoccer.com.

Lutheran High School

5100 Mexico Road • St. Peters
(636) 928-5100
www.lhssc.org
The Lutheran High School of St. Charles County’s Summer Camp Program provides an opportunity for students (both High School and elementary school) to grow and develop in specific co- curricular areas. In accordance with the mission statement of Lutheran High School, all summer camp experiences will encourage personal and spiritual nurturing while promoting skill development for a specific sport or activity. In addition to personal development, students will be introduced to the Lutheran High School community and experience the quality of Lutheran High School programs. Finally, Lutheran High School team camps will provide an opportunity for team growth and unification.

Pegasus Camp Mary Institute and Saint Louis Country Day School (MICDS)

101 North Warson Rd. • St. Louis
(314) 995-7342
www.micds.org/pegasus
Camp Pegasus at MICDS is open to students entering grades kindergarten through 9. A Summer Stock Theatre program is new this year for grades seven through 12. Campers explore science, technology, the arts, sports, swimming, and a variety of unique activities on the state-of-the-art campus of MICDS. Three two-week sessions will be offered in 2012 (June 18-29; July 2-13; July 16-22). Professional teachers, coaches, and counselors guide campers as they engage in fun summer activities. Hot lunch served cafeteria style is included. Before and after care are available (for an additional fee). For more information or to register visit www.micds.org/pegasus or call (314) 995-7342.

Ridgefield Arena

1410 Ridge Rd. • Wildwood
(636) 527-3624
www.ridgefieldarena.com

Celebrating over 40 years in business,  Ridgefield Arena is a wonderful horse facility. The love of horses has been responsible for the beautiful grounds and amenities.  Ridgefield has three lighted arenas, (one indoor for all year riding), six wash racks, a tack room, trails and a fabulous viewing room.  They offer boarding for your horse, sales if you need a horse and a great riding academy to learn about horses.  Ridgefield has a range of activities such as summer camps, horse clinics and horse shows. Camp dates are 6/26 – 6/29, 7/17 – 7/20, 7/31 – 8/3, 8/7 – 8/10. Advanced clinic is from 6/12 – 6/14. Horse Shows are 4/28 – 4/29, 6/2, 6/3, 9/22 & 9/23. For more information, call or visit the website.

Saint Louis Science Center Summer Science Blast Camps

(314) 289-4439  or (800) 456-SLSC x4439
www.slsc.org
www.ScienceOffCenter.org
Get ready to have a blast! Sign up for Summer Science Blast at the Saint Louis Science Center and find amazing summer adventures. Learn to fly a real airplane. Design and build your own robot. Master the Segway. Explore the science behind cooking and more! This year they have a full summer of early childhood camps, plus new camps for every age. Camp opens June 4 and runs through Aug. 3. They offer camps for ages 4-18. Half-day, full-day, and flexible extended care options are available. Call or click to get a brochure or registration form!

Stages Performing Arts Academy

(636) 530-5959
www.stagesstlouis.org
Sing! Dance! Act! at STAGES Performing Arts Academy this summer. Conveniently located in Chesterfield on the property of Chesterfield Mall, STAGES offers musical theatre based day camps and evening classes for students ages 3 through 18. Structured in half or full-day formats, the youngest performers can choose from camps built on learning material from their favorite musicals or the themes of Fancy Nancy and Sleeping Beauty. Older students have the opportunity to have fun while building skills in improvisational acting, musical theatre and scene study as well as the chance to perform in one of our two Broadway Performance Workshops.

St. Charles Community College

St. Charles County
(636) 922-8080
www.stchas.edu/summercamps.com
Learning and having fun will go hand in hand this summer at St. Charles Community College’s “College for All Kids” summer camp program. The camps run June 4-Aug. 10, for kids ages 4-16. “College for All Kids” offers students the opportunity to explore areas of interest in a fun-filled, educational environment through engaging, hands-on experiences. There are more than 50 camps available, including Lego robotic engineering, video game designing, filmmaking, performing arts, dance, art, basketball, soccer, volleyball, science, photography, cooking and more! Before-and-after care is also available. Register online at www.stchas.edu/summercamps or call 636-922-8233.

St. Peters Summer Camps

(636) 939-2FUN
www.stpetersmo.net

The City of St. Peters has a Summer Camp for every kid! At Rec-Plex Camps, kids ages 6-12 enjoy swimming, ice skating, gym play, field trips and more fun activities. Sports Camps are available for soccer, flag football, basketball, baseball, volleyball, hockey and figure skating. Art Experience Camps at the Cultural Arts Centre offer drawing, painting, sculpture, Fencing, Theater and more. Art campers also get a chance to play at the Rec-Plex. Most St. Peters camps come with a FREE T-shirt.   Learn more at www.stpetersmo.net or call 636.939.2386, ext. 1400.

SummerLink (K – 5th graders)  The Zone

(5th grade to age 13)
(636) 891-6675
www.rockwood.k12.mo.us/adventureclub

Sign up now for SummerLink and the Zone – the best part of summer!  From field trips to hands-on activities to electrifying presentations and more, SummerLink and the Zone encourage students to use their imagination, learn, laugh and build friendships.  The programs are offered at several convenient locations throughout Rockwood School District and are open to all in-district and out-of-district families.  Join them for one day or all nine weeks!  Camp staff is led by an experienced Facilitator who works for Rockwood Adventure Club during the school year.  Check out the website or call for more information!

Sylvan Learning Center

14248 Manchester Rd. (at Hwy 141) • Ballwin
(636) 394-3104
17541 Chesterfield Airport Rd. • Chesterfield
(636) 537-8118
1125 Cave Springs Blvd. • St. Peters, MO
(636) 441-2319
www.sylvanlearning.com

Learning feels good…even in the summer! Sylvan offers year-round academic & tutoring programs in reading, math, algebra, writing, study skills, test-prep, college prep for ACT/SAT, and high school math/science tutoring. Professional and highly trained teachers develop programs with customized content and personalized instruction, based on each student’s strengths and weaknesses. Sylvan’s motivating environment builds confident, independent learners for all students, including LD, ADD, dyslexic, CAPS, etc. Summer camps offer parents flexible scheduling to help keep their children’s skills sharp or to get ahead!  Sylvan offers in-center & online programs, as well as IN-HOME tutoring.  Call or visit for more information.

The Little Gym

The Little Gym’s non-competitive, theme based summer camps provide children an opportunity for fitness, fun and total development…not to mention a fantastic way to beat the St. Louis heat.  Each week of camp is designed around a them, such as “Cheerleading” or “Fantasy Castle.”  Theme-related activities include games, obstacle courses, arts and crafts and lots of imagination!  A light snack is also included.  The flexible schedule allows you to choose 2-day or 3-day camps, as many weeks as you like.  The Little Gym offers camps M/W/F from 1:30-4:30 pm and T/TH FROM 9:00AM-NOON.  Camps are for children ages 3-8 and potty trained, please.

West County Fellowship

SonQuest Vacation Bible School
June 18-22
314-854-0109
www.westcountyfellowship.org/events/vbs
You TOUCAN have a TREE-mendous time at SonQuest VBS this summer, June 18-22.  This event is for upcoming K-5th grade.  We will examine lessons from the parables of Jesus, play games, make crafts, sing songs and have a snack.  Two different sessions are offered, one in the morning and one in the evening.  Everyone is welcome!  Sign-up for a session and get more details at westcountyfellowship.org/events/vbs.

Wildwood Family YMCA

2641 Highway 109 • Wildwood
(636) 458-6636
West County Family YMCA
16464 Burkhardt Place • Chesterfield
(636) 532-3100

www.ymcastlouis.org

Give your kids the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive at Y Summer Day Camp. They offer an exciting, safe community for children and young people to explore the outdoors, build self-esteem, develop interpersonal skills and make lasting friendships and memories. Their traditional camps with nature, games and summertime fun are probably similar to those you may have attended as a child. Their specialty camps span interests of just about anyone. They have sports camps, art camps, dance camps, swim camps and all types of camps that let kids from tots to teens focus on a skill or try new ones. So sign up for one or more terrific camp experiences!   Online registration is  available on their website.

Xcel Gymnastics Summer Camp

17375 Edison Avenue
Chesterfield
(636) 536-7797
www.xcelstl.com
At Xcel Gymnastics summer camps, children can have a blast playing with friends and learning gymnastics skills. A T-shirt, gymnastics skill stations, daily arts and crafts, camp games and summer performance are included. Xcel Gym has a new facility that features top-notch coaches, a trampoline strip, new equipment and mats, two in-ground trampolines, a rope climb, Olympic bars, a vault, balance beams, a spring floor, rings and a rope swing. Four-day summer camps run from June 4-7, June 11-14, June 18-21, June 25-29, July 9-12, July 16-19, July 23-26 and July 30-Aug. 2.
Xcel Gym is open for tours from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Come see the new gym!

YMCA Camp Lakewood

(573) 438-2154 or (314) 241-9622
Potosi
www.camplakewood.org
YMCA Camp Lakewood is a residential summer camp for children ages 6–17 situated on over 5,000 wooded acres with a 360-acre lake, 90 minutes south of St. Louis. Children enjoy the traditional activities of camp, including archery, zip line, climbing tower, water activities, horseback riding, arts & crafts and much more, as well as being exposed to YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith. At YMCA Camp Lakewood, kids make friends and memories that last a lifetime, and the diverse cultural staff ensures every child has a safe and fun-filled experience. Registrations are being accepted now.