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The First Coast’s Summer Camp Guide

Thanks to the camps that sponsored the Summer Camp Guide and for all they do to keep our summers on the First Coast FUN with a capital F! All the camps posted in this blog are paid website advertisers.

We are thrilled to bring you the 2022 First Coast Summer Camp Guide!

School will be out before we know it, and we want to make planning for this summer easy breezy with no shortage of FUN for your families! That's why we've put together a listing of fantastic First Coast camps, and there's surely something to keep all little campers busy and happy all summer long! 


Variety Camps

BRAVOZ 

Keep your kids active and healthy this summer! Drop them off at BRAVOZ for a fun-filled, action-packed day camp experience! Children ages 6 to 12 are welcome to join in the fun! Register for a single day or a full week! Each day your child will have a fun-filled and action-packed experience. They will receive lunch, snacks, and participate in several different activities. Activities will vary by day, and can include the following: Trampoline Jump Time, Laser Tag, Unreal Bowling, Ninja Warrior Course, Climbing Walls, Laser Maze, Leap of Faith, Arts & Crafts, Games & Team Competitions!

AREA OF TOWN :: Southside / Mandarin 

ADDRESS :: 14985 Old St Augustine Rd., Jacksonville, FL, 32258


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COLLAGE DAY SCHOOL

Consistent with the mission of Collage, their summer programming aims to cultivate a sense of wonder in each child and curiosity for the natural world. With two great programs, they inspire creativity, collaboration with others, and confidence to engage in new experiences. Weekly themes for Collage Camp include Adventure Avengers, STEAM, Water and More! 

Timbernook Camp weekly themes include Storybook, Friends in the Wild & More!

AREA OF TOWN :: Ponte Vedra / Nocatee

ADDRESS :: 171 Canal Boulevard, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, 32082

CAMP DATES :: May 31 - July 29

HOURS :: Half Day 9 AM - 12 PM / Full Day 9 AM - 3 PM, Extended care available

COST :: Full Day is $300/week and Half Day is $200/week 

Timbernook is select weeks between May 31 and July 29 and is $295/week for 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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JCA SUMMER CAMP

JCA Summer Camp provides a wide range of engaging activities to enrich your child's summer experience. From arts and music to unique Israeli programs, carnivals, concerts, science, and sports, JCA Summer Camp offers more than just a place to spend summer days. It is a place for your child to learn and grow! Camps are open to all children regardless of race, religious affiliation, or ethnic origin. 

AREA OF TOWN :: Southside / Mandarin

ADDRESS :: 8505 San Jose Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL, 32217
3662 Crown Point Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32257

CAMP DATES :: June 6 - August 5

HOURS :: Half Day Morning and Full Day Options

COST :: See website for details

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THE BOLLES SCHOOL

Every summer The Bolles School plays host to a variety of opportunities that enable children to live, learn and grow with their peers. Programs being offered for Summer 2022 include: rowing, basketball, baseball, soccer, cheer, dance, football, track, conditioning, all-sports camp, space explorer & Star Wars, amazing animals, future Dr., future Vet, marine biology, STEAM mania, 3D game design, robotics challenge, robotics and drone programming, Minecraft masters, kids code, ArcKIDtect, chess, magical world of wizards, debate, cricut crafting, reading, geometry, middle school study skills and more.

AREA OF TOWN :: Ponte Vedra / Nocatee, Southside / Mandarin

ADDRESS :: Multiple Campuses

CAMP DATES :: May 31 - August 5

HOURS :: Half and Full Day options, extended care is also available

COST :: See website for details

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SMITTY'S CAMP

Through swimming, boating, fishing, sports, crafts and other fun activities, Smitty's goal is to help your child build skills and make memories to last forever! Tuition covers up to 10 hours of daily camp fun!

AREA OF TOWN :: Southside / Mandarin

ADDRESS :: 7710 Hilsdale Rd., Jacksonville, Florida, 32216

CAMP DATES :: May 30 - August 12

HOURS :: 6:30 AM - 6 PM

COST :: $200/week

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YMCA SUMMER CAMP

There is no better place for kids to connect, make new friends, try new things, and discover their potential. Find your fun at Summer Day Camp at the YMCA! Each week, a new theme will help campers Learn, Explore, Accept and Play as they discover new skills, build self-confidence and feel a sense of achievement and belonging.

AREA OF TOWN :: Downtown, Northside / NW Nassau County, Amelia Island / Fernandina Beach, Ponte Vedra / Nocatee, Southside / Mandarin, Westside

ADDRESS :: Multiple locations around town

CAMP DATES :: May 31 - August 5 

HOURS :: 6:30 AM - 6 PM (hours may vary by location)

COST :: Pricing varies by location

*First Coast YMCA members save 20% on summer day camp. Active military can save up to 30% per week!

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CAMP URBIE AT URBAN AIR ADVENTURE PARK

Letting kids fly is about building confidence both mentally and physically. At Camp Urbie's Adventure Camp featuring Snapology, kids can build confidence with a combination of adventurous, adrenaline-filled, energy-burning activities in the Urban Air venue and engaging, hands-on STEAM activities led by a Snapology professional.

AREA OF TOWN :: Southside / Mandarin

ADDRESS :: 9950 Southside Blvd., Jacksonville, FL, 32256

CAMP DATES :: June 6 - August 26

HOURS :: 9 AM - 12 PM, 1 - 4 PM OR 9 AM - 4 PM

COST :: $229/week for half day and $349 for full day

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STEM Camps

CODE NINJAS

Transform your child's love for technology into an exciting learning adventure. Guided by Code Ninja's team of Code Senseis, their camps empower kids to gain valuable tech skills and make new friends. It's an unforgettably fun learning experience!

AREA OF TOWN :: Mandarin/St. John's

ADDRESS :: 2758 Race Track Rd., St. Johns, FL, 32259

CAMP DATES :: June 6 - August 5

HOURS :: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM OR 12:30 - 4:00 pm

COST :: $179 - $230

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ID TECH VIRTUAL CAMPS

Structured, weeklong sessions with the hottest curriculum in Python, Java, Minecraft, Roblox, Unity, Adobe, 3D modeling, and more! Camps are an average of 5 students per instructor, blending personalized learning and time to socialize with new friends. It's a balanced schedule including 2 hours of live instruction and peer collaboration and 2 hours of self-paced project development per day. All the magic of camp including games, challenges, and legendary iD traditions you can't find anywhere else!

AREA OF TOWN :: Virtual

ADDRESS :: Virtual

CAMP DATES :: May 30 - August 26

HOURS :: Half Day Morning, Half Day Afternoon

COST :: See website for details

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MOSH DISCOVERY CAMPS

Calling MOSH Mad Scientists! The JEA Science Theater is your laboratory! Conduct chemical reactions and perform exploding experiments! Mix concoctions and find out why and how they work! Unleash your inner mad scientist as we create all sorts of things together and combine all branches of science!

AREA OF TOWN :: Downtown

ADDRESS :: 1025 Museum Circle, Jacksonville, FL, 32207

CAMP DATES :: June 6 - August 5

HOURS :: 9 AM - 3 PM, Extended care available 7:30 AM – 5 PM

COST :: $252/week for MOSH Members and $280/week for Non-Members

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Sports Camps

FIVE TOOL TRAINING

Five Tool Training has an indoor and outdoor feel allowing for one of the most unique sports experiences on the First Coast. Located in Above Athletics off Philips Highway, Five Tool specializes in baseball and softball camps but also offers an All Sports Camp so there is something for everyone!

AREA OF TOWN :: Ponte Vedra / Nocatee

ADDRESS :: 14797 Philips Highway Jacksonville, FL 32256

All Sports Camp

The goals are simple: be active, have fun and make new friends! Players will be grouped by age and skill level to allow them to play all different kinds of games including Wiffle Ball, Flag Football, Soccer, Dodgeball, Capture The Flag, Kickball, SPUD, Relay Races and many more games. They will be utilizing the turf space at Five Tool Training and the gym space at Above Basketball. Camps are open to players 6 - 13 years old and campers will be grouped by age and skill level to allow them to play all different kinds of games.

CAMP DATES :: June 6 - August 9

HOURS :: Half Day 9 AM - 12 PM or 12 PM - 3 PM / Full Day 9 AM - 3 PM, Extended care available 8 AM - 5 PM

COST :: $95/ week for Half Day and $180/week for Full Day

Single day options available
*Early bird discount pricing through 3/31 - Enter EBD15 at checkout for 15% off!

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Baseball & Softball Camp

Learn from former college and minor league players! Their staff is the best in all of Florida! They are offering camps geared toward beginner and intermediate baseball and softball players looking to expand their knowledge of the game. Players will be grouped by age and skill level to maximize their learning potential throughout the week. All aspects of the game will be covered: Pitching, Catching, Hitting, Infield, Outfield, and Baserunning.

CAMP DATES :: June 6 - July 22

HOURS :: Half Day 9 AM - 12 PM, Extended care available

COST :: $150+

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JJVA - COMING SOON

JJVA is offering 4 amazing camps over Summer Break this year! Whether you are looking for a fun, skill based volleyball experience, focused positional training, baseball skills camps or are in need of an exciting activity kids camp for our younger ones, we have it all!

AREA OF TOWN :: Southside / Mandarin

ADDRESS :: 8457 Western Way, Jacksonville, FL, 32256

Kidz Camp at the Edge

Kidz Summer Camps at JJVA are a high energy youth sports experience that focus on team building, leadership skills, sports, fitness and fun. Camp is open to boys and girls; kids ages 5-9 and includes weekly themes from Disney to Sharks!

CAMP DATES :: Begins June 7 

HOURS :: 9 AM - 5 PM, Half Day 9 AM - 12 PM, extended care available

COST :: Full Day is $189/week, Half Day is $110/week, Daily is $50

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Volleyball Camp

In this JJVA Summer Volleyball Camp, the world-class JJVA coaching staff will focus on fundamental skills through game-based drills and daily scrimmages. This camp is open to boys and girls in grades 4 – 12 (ages 11 and up). It is designed for the beginner to intermediate player and will incorporate teamwork and sportsmanship.

CAMP DATES :: June 6 - August 5

HOURS :: 9 AM - 2 PM, extended care available

COST :: 5 days is $265, 3 days is $185

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Focused Camps
Positional Volleyball Training Academy
Baseball Camp


PGA TOUR GOLF ACADEMY JUNIOR GOLF CAMPS

Help your child discover the game of a lifetime by attending a PGA TOUR Golf Academy Junior Golf Camp. Junior Golf Camps will foster your child's love for golf whether they are brand new to the game or a tournament playing junior. They give your juniors the tools they need to compete and play golf for a lifetime. Juniors enjoy hours of Professional golf instruction with new friends and practice partners.

AREA OF TOWN :: Ponte Vedra / Nocatee / World Golf Village

ADDRESS :: 326 World Golf Village, St. Augustine, FL, 32092

CAMP DATES :: June 6 - July 29

HOURS :: 9 AM – 12 PM OR 9 AM - 4 PM

COST :: $250 - $450

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PEAK KIDS FITNESS SUMMER CAMP

At Peak Level Performance, they love teaching kids that fitness is fun and are driven to help them build a passion for staying active. Let them keep your kids active and engaged this summer. Fitness Designed to Improve: hand-eye coordination, stability and control and functional strength.

AREA OF TOWN :: Southside / Mandarin

ADDRESS :: 1111 Durbin Creek Blvd, St Johns, Florida, 32259

CAMP DATES :: June 6 - July 29

HOURS :: 8 AM – 12 PM 

COST :: $200

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Art & Specialty Camps

NAILED IT DIY STUDIO CAMP

Campers will explore their creativity throughout the week and will complete a wide variety of projects. Camp is recommended for children age 7 and up. Each camper will receive a camp t-shirt and mid morning snack.

AREA OF TOWN :: Southside / Mandarin

ADDRESS :: 4611 River City Drive, Jacksonville, FL, 32246

CAMP DATES :: June 6 - August 5

HOURS :: 9 AM – 1 PM 

COST :: $275/week 

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CREATIVE ME ART STUDIO

Creative Me! Summer Camp Program promotes exploration and discovery of the art world. To help foster that growth, they give students the opportunity to think outside the box while working on their teacher-guided art projects. Your child's week at camp will be centered around a specific art theme. Within that theme, they will explore a variety of age-appropriate materials and hands-on processes, while having a great time! Themes include Creatures of the Rainforest & Jungle, Fairies, Dolphins, Whales & Mermaids, and Super Heroes & Super Pets!

AREA OF TOWN :: Ponte Vedra / Nocatee

ADDRESS :: 14797 Philips Hwy. Ste 112, Jacksonville, FL, 32256

CAMP DATES :: June 14 - July 30

HOURS :: 9 AM – 12 PM OR 1 - 4 PM

COST :: $175/week or $35/session

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PINSPIRATION DIY CRAFT CAMP

Campers will create trendy DIY projects with various themes including Animal Lovers, Movie Mania, Under the Sea and more!

AREA OF TOWN :: The Beaches / Ponte Vedra / Nocatee

ADDRESS :: 880 A1A N Suite 7, Ponte Vedra, Florida, 32082

CAMP DATES :: June 6 - August 5

HOURS :: 9 AM – 12 PM or 1 PM - 4 PM

COST :: Visit website for details

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Overnight Camps

YMCA CAMP IMMOKALEE

Since 1909, Camp Immokalee has been providing safe, fun, and high-quality summer resident camp programs for youth in Florida and around the world. Immokalee campers learn to care for themselves, others, and the world around them while building life and activity skills through camp activities. Grit, gratitude and character are 21st-century skills every young person will need to succeed, and camp activities are carefully designed to get kids out of their comfort zone and develop leadership skills while building community and having fun.

ADDRESS :: 6765 Immokalee Road, Keystone Heights, FL, 32656

CAMP DATES :: June 5 - August 6

HOURS :: Overnight

COST :: $575 Members / $675 Non-members

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YMCA CAMP WINONA

At Camp Winona children develop and grow throughout the summer as they learn and connect with friends and nature. They teach every camper Respect, Honesty, Responsibility, and Caring, the same values taught throughout the Y. While learning valuable social skills, campers also learn and engage in many adventurous outdoor skill programs that are sure to spark their interest. 

ADDRESS :: 898 Camp Winona Road, DeLeon Springs, FL, 32130

CAMP DATES :: June 6 - July 15

HOURS :: Overnight

COST :: $155+

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Helpful Tips & Printables

Things to consider when picking your camp...

1. Some camps offer half days, and others have a full day option. Be sure to check each camp's specific hours, and keep in mind that some camps also offer morning and afternoon extended care. 

2. Are you looking for camps that run all summer long? If so, you're in luck because we have them listed on one page for easy planning.

3. Does your kiddo have a favorite activity they could do all day like art or STEM? Or will your kiddo grow tired of the same thing each day? Variety camps offer various activities so your camper can try their hand at a selection of campy things. We have all the variety camps listed together so you can find one near you!

4. Don't need full weeks? Some camps allow for drop in's or pay by day camps, and we have those listed together, too! Be sure you are on our email newsletter list, because we will send out weekly camp spotlight emails this summer, so you know what camps have spots available. Sign up to receive our newsletter here.

5. Many camps offer early-bird specials so be sure to check so you can take advantage of planning ahead! And don't forget to tell them Fun 4 First Coast Kids sent you their way!


Print these at home for FUN and easy planning!


First Coast Summer Bucket List
Print this Summer Bucket List checklist off and make the most of your summer on the First Coast! Be sure to hang it where everyone in your family can see it and share your pics with us on Facebook as you check the items off your bucket list!


Daily Camp Packing Checklist
Print this Camp Packing Checklist as a helpful reminder when packing for camp! Hang it someplace where your camper can see it, so he or she can help make it a FUN and prepared day for camp!


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First Coast’s Summer Camp Guide 2024

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