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We are thrilled to bring you the 2025 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
CHAPPELL SCHOOLS
Summer camp at Chappell is always a blast! Chappell ensures our summer campers continue to learn over their summer vacation. We provide fun and engaging field trips and activities based on weekly themes that allow exploration, discovery, and continued learning with extra emphasis on making friends. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks along with all field trips and materials are included in summer camp tuition.
AREA OF TOWN :: Southside / Mandarin I Downtown
ADDRESS :: San Marco 1301 Riverplace Blvd. Jacksonville, Fl 32207
Deerwood 8400 Baycenter Rd. Jacksonville, Fl 32256
Longleaf 1520 Longleaf Pine Pkwy St. Johns 32259
CAMP DATES :: June 2-August 8, 2025
HOURS :: 6:30 AM - 6 PM
COST :: $245/week
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 several great programs, they inspire creativity, collaboration with others, and confidence to engage in new experiences. Weekly themes for Collage Camp include STEAM, Gaming, Artistic Expression, Aquatics, and More!
Timbernook Camp weekly themes include Storybook, Extreme Art, Woodland Tinkering & More!
AREA OF TOWN :: Ponte Vedra / Nocatee
ADDRESS :: 171 Canal Blvd. Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
CAMP DATES :: May 27 - July 25, 2025
HOURS :: Half Day 9 AM - 12 PM/Full Day 9AM-3PM, Extended Care available
COST :: Full Day: $325-$425/week and Half Day: $200/week
Timbernook is select weeks between May 27-July 25 and is $325/week for 9:30 AM-1:30 PM
EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF JACKSONVILLE
Come play and learn at Episcopal this summer! Summer programs include sports, arts, and activities. From fishing to improv to lacrosse, Eagle campers will have a blast! Shuttles are available from the Beaches and St. Mark's Campuses!
AREA OF TOWN :: Downtown, Southside / Mandarin, Westside
ADDRESS :: MUNNERLYN CAMPUS: 4455 Atlantic Boulevard Jacksonville, FL 32207
CAMP DATES :: Select weeks between June 2- August 1, 2025
HOURS :: Half day and Full day Options I extended care available
COST :: $220+
KIDS CLUB OF FLORIDA
Get Ready for an Unforgettable Summer at Kids Club of Florida! Our 8-week Summer Camp is just around the corner, and spots are filling up FAST! Don't miss out on a summer full of adventure, new friends, and tons of fun activities. Exciting Camp Themes Creative Arts & Crafts Outdoor Games & Adventures Field Trips & Special Events
AREA OF TOWN :: Southside /Baymeadows
ADDRESS :: 11257 Alta Drive Suite #119 Jacksonville, FL 32226
CAMP DATES :: June 9-August 1, 2025 I *No Camp July 4th
HOURS :: 6:30 AM -5 PM
COST :: $250/week + registration fee
JACKSONVILLE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL
Jacksonville Country Day School provides students with a high quality and enriching summer day camp program to enjoy. For over 50 years, JCDS has provided campers with a safe, and fun experience including a wide range of activities from cooking, and slimetopia to daily pool time, music, dance, academics, sports, fun field trips, and more!
AREA OF TOWN :: Southside /Baymeadows
ADDRESS :: 10063 Baymeadows Rd. Jacksonville, FL 32256
CAMP DATES :: June 2-July 25, 2025 I *No Camp July 4th
HOURS :: 9 AM to 3 PM I extended care available
COST :: $265 (Summer Sharks) $325-$425 (Specialty Camps)
O2B KIDS
Join O2B Kids for a Week or Two…or Better Yet, All Summer Long! We'd Love to Have You Join in on the FUN! They offer wonderful, wacky, weekly themes, daily specialty classes, character education activities, healthy snacks and lunches, flexible enrollment, first aid & CPR trained staff, on-line parent portal, flexible payment options and more!
AREA OF TOWN :: Southside/Mandarin
ADDRESS :: 11217 San Jose Blvd Jacksonville, FL 32223
CAMP DATES :: June 2-August 8, 2025 I *No Camp July 4th
HOURS :: 6:30 AM-6 PM
COST :: $199/week
JACKSONVILLE CLASSICAL ACADEMY
Make this summer unforgettable at Jacksonville Classical Academy's Summer Camps! Our fun-filled, educational programs offer a perfect blend of adventure, creativity, and learning. Whether your child is exploring the arts, diving into sports, or discovering new academic interests, our camps are designed to engage and inspire.
AREA OF TOWN :: Downtown
ADDRESS :: 2043 Forest St. Jacksonville, FL 32204
Jacksonville Jewish Center: 3662 Crown Point Road Jacksonville, FL 32257
CAMP DATES ::June 16-27, 2025
HOURS :: Half and Full Day options
COST :: $290/week
JEWISH COMMUNITY ALLIANCE
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 gain leadership skills, develop a greater appreciation for cultural difference, engage in team-building activities and grow at two locations! Camps are open to all children regardless of race, religious affiliation, or ethnic origin.
AREA OF TOWN :: Southside/Mandarin
ADDRESS :: Jewish Community Alliance: 8505 San Jose Blvd Jacksonville, FL 32217 I 3662 Crown Point Rd. Jacksonville, FL 32257
Jacksonville Jewish Center: 3662 Crown Point Road Jacksonville, FL 32257
CAMP DATES :: June 2-August 8, 2025 I *No Camp July 4th
HOURS :: Half and Full Day options
COST :: $266+
SMITTY'S CAMP
Smitty's Camp consists of acres of green grass, a lake, an in-ground pool, a ball diamond, sports field, and lots of room to run and play and just be a kid! 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!
AREA OF TOWN :: Southside / Mandarin
ADDRESS :: 7710 Hilsdale Rd., Jacksonville, Florida, 32216
CAMP DATES :: June 2- August 7, 2025 I *No Camp July 4th & August 8th
*10% discount for active military
*$5 off for additional child
HOURS :: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
COST :: $250/week
MORE INFO + TO REGISTER
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
CAMP DATES :: June 2- August 8, 2025 I *No Camp June 19th & July 4th I Dates vary by location
HOURS :: 7 AM - 6 PM
COST :: Pricing varies by location
*First Coast YMCA members save 20% on summer day camp. Active military can save up to 30% per week!
MORE INFO + TO REGISTER
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 :: Select Dates between: June 2- August 8, 2025
HOURS :: 9 AM - 12 PM, 1 - 4 PM OR 9 AM - 4 PM
COST :: Half day session is $229 I Full day session is $349 I One Day Drop $100
STEM Camps
B3- Bricks Bots & Beakers Summer Camp
Looking for an STEMazing experience? B3 – Bricks, Bots & Beakers Summer Camps is the perfect place. Their camp focuses not only on STEAM, but also teaches soft skills, such as public speaking, teamwork, communication, creativity and problem solving.
At B3, all the fun themes are focused on hands-on minds-on learning and are based on Science, Engineering/technology, Art & Personal exploration. Their wide variety of programs means you can find the perfect fit for the interests and needs of your child.
AREA OF TOWN :: Multiple Locations
CAMP DATES :: June 9-July 18, 2025 I *No Camp June 19th or July 4th
HOURS :: Half-day morning: 9 AM-12 PM I Half-day afternoon 1 PM-4 PM I Full Day: 9 AM-4 PM
COST :: $180-$374
MORE INFO + TO REGISTER
CODE NINJAS PONTE VEDRA & BAYMEADOWS
Transform your child's love for technology into an exciting learning adventure. Guided by our team of Code Senseis, Code Ninjas Camps empower kids to gain valuable tech skills and make new friends. It's an unforgettably fun learning experience! Code Ninja's is offering a variety of camps this summer from AI Explorers to Roblox and Minecraft & More!AREA OF TOWN :: Ponte Vedra/Nocatee & Baymeadows
ADDRESS :: 258 Solana Rd, Ponte Vedra, FL, 32082
8221 Southside Blvd. Suite 10 Jacksonville, FL 32256
CAMP DATES :: June 2 - August 8, 2025 *No Camp July 4th
HOURS :: Half-Day 8:30 AM-12 PM or 12:30 PM-4 PM I Full-Day: 8:30 AM-4 PM I Teen Evening Camp: 6 PM-8 PM
COST :: $199+ (prices vary by class/ half and full-day options available)
MORE INFO + TO REGISTER
CHALLENGE ISLAND
Millions of children have experienced the magic of Challenge Island's award-winning camps! Inspired by everything kids love most, our epic camp adventures are vacations in their own right! Register today for the world's #1 STEAM Program!
AREA OF TOWN :: Ponte Vedra
ADDRESS :: Ponte Vedra High School: 460 Davis Park Rd, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32081
CAMP DATES :: June 9- July 11, 2025 I *No Camp July 4th
HOURS :: 9 AM- 3:30 PM
COST :: $310-380
iD TECH CAMPS
Register today at the top-rated tech camp for 25 years and counting! iD Tech is the very best experience built around your child—their interests, their skill level, their goals for the future. Trusted by the world's top universities and over 1,000,000 parents, iD Tech is where kids and teens learn from the best—coding, game dev, robotics, and more.
AREA OF TOWN :: Southside
ADDRESS :: UNF: 1 UNF Drive Jacksonville, FL 32224
CAMP DATES :: June 9 - July 18, 2025 I *No Camp July 4th Week
HOURS :: 8:30 AM - 5 PM I Overnight
COST :: $1,079+
MORE INFO + TO REGISTER
MOSH DISCOVERY CAMPS
School's out, and the adventure is on! Give your young scientist a summer to remember with MOSH's Discovery Camps! Campers will dive into hands-on experiments, crafts, STEAM activities, and Museum exploration. Whether they're exploring the magical world of science in School of Magic or tackling mind- bending challenges in STEM Quest , there's something for every curious mind. Spots are limited—register today!
What does the Camp cost include?
- A Camp T-Shirt (one per Camper)
- A MOSH science program every camp day (Planetarium shows, science shows, and/or animal encounters)
- A wide variety of themed STEAM-based activities and programs – every day is a different experience!
- Field Trips (for certain weeks/camp themes)
AREA OF TOWN :: Downtown
ADDRESS :: 1025 Museum Circle, Jacksonville, FL, 32207
CAMP DATES :: June 9 - August 1, 2025
HOURS :: 9 AM - 3 PM, Extended care available 8 AM – 5 PM
COST :: $224-$336
MORE INFO + TO REGISTER
Sports Camps
COMMUNITY FIRST IGLOO ICE SKATING CAMP
Community First Igloo is the Coolest place in town for Summer Camp!
Ice Skating Camp
Campers will enjoy Learn to Skate instruction provided by Learn To Skate USA certified instructors, daily snack, on-ice group skating classes, crafts, physical conditioning, and more.
AREA OF TOWN :: Arlington
ADDRESS :: 3605 Philips Hwy, Jacksonville, FL 32207
CAMP DATES :: June 2-August 1, 2025 I *No Camp July 4th week
HOURS :: 8 AM - 3 PM
COST :: $418/week
MORE INFO + TO REGISTER
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 off Philips Highway, Five Tool specializes in baseball and softball camps but also offers an All Sports Camp which guarantees there is a summer camp 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.
CAMP DATES :: June 2-August 8, 2025 I *No Camp July 4th
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 :: $160/ week for Half Day and $250/week for Full Day
Single day options available - $60/full day $42/half day
MORE INFO + TO REGISTER
Baseball Camp
Learn from former college players! Their staff is the best in all of Florida! Five Tool Training is offering camps geared towards beginner and intermediate baseball 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 :: Select weeks between June 2 - August 1, 2025 I *No Camp July 4th week
HOURS :: Half Day 9 AM - 12 PM, Extended care available
COST :: $175+
MORE INFO + TO REGISTER
Softball Camp
Learn from current and former Division 1 college softball coaches & players! Their staff is the best in all of Florida! Five Tool Training is offering camps geared towards beginner and intermediate 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: Hitting, fielding, and Baserunning.
CAMP DATES :: Select weeks between June 2 - August 1, 2025 I *No Camp July 4th week
HOURS :: Half Day 9 AM - 12 PM, Extended care available
COST :: $175+
KIDSTRONG
When school is out, KidStrong Camp is in! Curriculum includes activities to enhance your child's character, physical and brain development along age-specific milestones. Your child will have a blast while learning with their peers and getting tons of physical activity. We'll be reinforcing important skills like confidence, teamwork, physical fitness, social skills, good sportsmanship, and more!
AREA OF TOWN :: Southside, St. Johns, Orange Park
ADDRESS :: KidStrong Southside9726 Touchton Rd, Suite 304, Jacksonville, FL 32246
KidStrong St. Johns1385 St Johns Pkwy Suite 102-104, St. Johns, FL 32259
KidStrong Orange Park6251 Argyle Forest Blvd, Unit 104-107 Jacksonville, FL 32244
CAMP DATES :: June 2-August 8, 2025 *No Camp July 4th
HOURS :: 9 AM to 2:30 PM
COST :: $275/week
ST. JOHNS VOLLEYBALL FLEX CAMP
Are you searching for top-notch 4th – 9th grade volleyball camps near you? Look no further! Our youth volleyball summer camp program is tailored for both girls and boys, spanning from 4th to 8th grade and rising 9th graders. Whether you're a beginner or gearing up for your middle school or high school team try-outs in August, our camp is the perfect opportunity to hone your skills. Located in beautiful Ponte Vedra, Florida, our camp boasts a "Best In Class" coaching system with celebrity Club Director and Co-Founder, Andor Gyulai. With a focus on teaching valuable life lessons through the sport of volleyball at every camp session while offering an exceptional volleyball experience that caters to all skill levels. Our goal is not only to prepare attendees for their middle school and high school teams but also to instill a lifelong passion for volleyball. Our flexible camp schedule ensures that you can tailor your experience to fit your summer plans.
ADDRESS :: 707 Little River Road, Ponte Vedra, FL, 32081
CAMP DATES :: Select weeks between June 2-July 24, 2025 *Monday-Thursday
HOURS :: 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
COST :: $250+
Art & Specialty Camps
JACKSONVILLE ZOO
Get ready for an adventure-filled summer camp that your kids will go wild over.
Campers will spend the mornings exploring the Zoo following one of our education staff through a different area each day. After lunch, campers will spend the afternoon meeting ambassador animals, playing camp games, creating arts and crafts and participating in a variety of fun educational-themed activities. All Zoo Camps include exclusive behind-the-scenes encounters and up-close experiences with some of our amazing animals
Our VPK Half Day Camp is open to four-year-old campers who are in VPK already or will be entering VPK in the fall of 2024. This camp is designed to be shorter in duration in order to introduce your little one to Zoo Camp without committing to a full day! While this program is for new campers to "test the waters," all campers must have the independence required to be away from a parent or guardian for a full three hours. This is a drop-off/pick-up program which means the parent or guardian will not be allowed to stay on campus for the program. Zoo Camp includes long walks, and a lot of time outdoors which campers should be prepared for.
ADDRESS ::370 Zoo Parkway Jacksonville, FL 32218
CAMP DATES :: June 9-August 1, 2025 I *No Camp July 4th HOURS :: 9 AM - 4 PM I Extended care: 8-9 AM and 4-5 PM at no additional cost
COST :: Full Day Members $265/week I Full Day Non-Members $295/week I VPK Camp: Members $132.50 /week I VPK Camp: Non-Members: $147.50 /week I Extended Care: $75/week
MOCA ART CAMP
MOCA Jacksonville offers summer camp providing kids the chance to dive into the art, artists, and ideas of our time. Children make new friends and learn art techniques in a variety of media through hands-on learning in a fun and engaging environment. Time is spent exploring exhibitions in the galleries and creating in the studios. With the guidance of skilled museum educators, learners are empowered to problem solve through critical thinking, observation, and creative self-expression. Weekly themes range from Ceramics & Clay to Painting to Art of the Theater & More! Summer Camp at MOCA also features weekly movement activities, such as yoga and dance. Campers are divided into studios by age group, and each group is capped at 18 students.
ADDRESS :: 333 North Laura Street Jacksonville, FL 32202
CAMP DATES :: June 9-August 8, 2025 I *No Camp July 4th Week
HOURS :: 9 AM - 4 PM I Extended care: 8-9 AM and 4-5 PM at no additional cost
COST :: $350 a week | Includes extended care options
THE KNIGHT SCHOOL
The Knight School is your official chess team and chess party! This summer, we are hosting summer camps at many locations in the Jacksonville, Beaches, and St. Johns area. Chess Camp is a super-fun, high-energy experience for kids ages 6-14 years old. Camp participants celebrate a new chess tactic each day with silly videos, music-driven puzzlers for prizes, colorful Tactix Bands, chess movies, and clock-slapping tourneys. TKS Summer Chess Camps are the perfect way to keep your brain sharp during the summer while having an absolute blast!
AREA OF TOWN :: Beaches, Southside, St. Johns
ADDRESS :: Multiple locations
CAMP DATES :: May 27 – August 8, 2025 I *No Camp July 4th
HOURS :: Varies by location
COST :: $180
UNITY CHRISTIAN ARTS
Our Dance camps are JESUS based but welcomes all to participate. We start each morning with prayer & bible scriptures. Classes will include but not limited to: Ballet (proper attire required), Jazz/Tap, Hip-Hop, Student Choreography, drama skits, tambourines & flags, Streamers/ribbons dance, Stretch, Vocabulary & games. End of the day free style and freeze dance.
Showcases held bi-weekly for family & friends!
AREA OF TOWN :: Arlington, Southside
ADDRESS :: 5730 Bowden Rd #103 Jacksonville, FL 32210
CAMP DATES :: June 2-August 1, 2025 I *No Camp July 4th
HOURS :: Full Day: 8 AM -5:30 PM I Half Day: 9 AM-12 PM or 1 PM-4 PM
COST :: $100/week I $20/day I $10/half-day
MORE INFO + TO REGISTER
Overnight Camps
GIRLSCOUTS OF GATEWAY COUNCIL
Every session is unique, but your girl will always experience Girl Scout camp traditions like archery, boating, making S.W.A.P.S., learning songs, joining in talent shows, and more. Registration includes a Summer Camp 2024 T-shirt and a summer camp patch.
ADDRESS :: Camp Kateri: 183 Camp Shalom Trail, Hawthorne, FL 32640 I Camp Kugelman: 12180 County Rd 99, Lillian, AL 36549
CAMP DATES :: June 15-August 1, 2025
HOURS :: Overnight
COST :: See website for details
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 1 - August 9, 2025
HOURS :: Overnight or Day camp 6:30 AM-6 PM
COST :: $750 for YMCA household members; $875 for non-members (Price includes everything except Camp Extras and Camp Store)
MORE INFO + TO REGISTER
YMCA CAMP WINONA
Camp Winona have been providing a traditional camp experience for children for over 100 years. Campers will stay in cabins (with AC) with other campers of the same gender and similar age. During the week, campers will have the opportunity to choose their own adventure and pick what they want to really focus on; programs include archery, riflery, arts and crafts, canoes, outdoor living skills, fishing, athletics, music, and more.
ADDRESS :: 898 Camp Winona Road, DeLeon Springs, FL, 32130
CAMP DATES :: Select weeks between June 2 - July 18, 2025
HOURS :: Overnight
COST :: $270-$1,780
MORE INFO + TO REGISTER
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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