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Summer Camps and Programs Guide

Programs for all interests and schedules for infants through adults

By sponsored content May 26, 2016

Summer is an ideal time to try something new, improve skills, and meet new people. The 2016 Summer Camps & Programs Guide includes programs ranging from a single day programs to overnight camps for babies through adults. Each of these camps welcome questions and would be happy to arrange a tour to help you find the right fit for your family. You'll find more details of each program HERE, and below is a preview. Some offer discounts to Macaroni Kid families and/or scholarships so be sure to ask.
Art Buzz Kids Camp offers painting and craft classes for children ages 4-17. Each week is a one-of-a-kind journey creating paintings on canvas, paper mache, wire sculpture, mixed media projects and more.
Blacksburg New School Summer Scholars offers theme-based sessions are a perfect balance of work and play, taught by experienced classroom teachers.

Camp Alta Mons A summer camp and retreat center on 850 acres of beautiful land in Shawsville offering week, half week, or day long camping experiences for youth from kindergarten through 12th grade.

Blue Mountain School is a contemplative progressive school located on 8 acres in beautiful Floyd County. Three weeks of camp for preschool through elementary ages.

Camp Bethel in beautiful Fincastle, VA is an ACA-accredited, Christian camp offering day, overnight and week, 3-day programs for ages 4+, plus single-day family adventures. Also home to Carilion's Camp Too Sweet for youth with diabetes.

Camp Eagle Our goal is to develop people spiritually, mentally, physically, emotionally, and socially through the firm foundation of God's Word. Camp Eagle offers Retreats, Tournaments, Summer, Custom and Day Camps.

Dance-Tech Summer Camps  Dance- Tech offers half and full day dance and creative movement for all ages and abilities. At over 10,000 square feet, our state-of-the-art facility is a wonderful place to enjoy summer. 

Discovery Academy of Fine Arts Performance Camps 
At the Discovery Academy of Fine Arts, campers are involved in choosing the themes and projects of Fine Arts Camp with Music and Movement, Art, and Drama.

Fin's Summer Camp offers swimming, outdoor activities, special guests, arts & crafts and more for just $75 per week.  A great option for working parents. 
Girls Rock Roanoke empowers girls through music, creative expression and collaboration, and supports them in making positive change in their own lives and in their communities.
Holli’s Academy of Dance instills the art of dance plus confidence, poise, and the importance of team work. They are offering 4 Summer programs for adults and children. 

Kevin Dressler Wrestling Camps offer day and overnight camps for wrestlers of all ages and abilities held on the VT Campus with VT Staff and athletes.
Kevin Jones Youth Football Camp at VT is a 2-day event designed to mimic a real NFL training camp for children ages 6-17 of all abilities.

Kids in TriAthlon Youth Training Camp  will be training kids 4-10 years old to swim, bike and run in order to prepare for the TRIADVENTURE K.I.T. Youth Triathlon July 10th. Older children and adult programs, too! 
Little Leapers Dance Camps offer full & half day program for kids 3 & up the opportunity to explore dance, art, music, tumbling and other activities with single and weekly options.
LoCo Arts offer visual,theater and dance camps for children between the ages of 2 and 15 inlcuding Appalahcian Culture, Shakepeasre,Theature Arts, Murals and more.
Mike McGuire Basketball Camps at Radford University conducts basketball camps at the Dedmon Center at RU. Full and half day options for all ages and abilities in a educational and fun environment. 

Mill Mountain Zoo Camps are popular spring and summer camps are a terrific way to introduce your child to the animal kingdom or to foster an existing interest in the feathered, furry and scaly critters we share the planet with. 
Music Milestones Summer Adventures offers Kindermusik camps, music lessons, drama workshops and other creative programs for infants through age 6 and families day and evening.  Summer is a great time to experience Music Milestones. 
NRV SuperBowl 
offers summer leagues for all ages plus family leagues. Join our Kids Bowl Free Summer Programs and enjoy 2 free games per day all summer long.  
Pat Mason Baseball Camps 
Learn from the best with Pat Mason, Virginia Tech's baseball coach. 1 day, 4 day and evening programs for girls and boys of all abilities. 

Reevo United Soccer Camps at Radford University offers morning, half and full day programs.  2 week-long programs located at Radford University for youth 5-15 years at all abilities.  

River Rock Climbing Camps offers week long days camp programs for climbers ages 5 and up. Campers will play games, learn technical skills, and of course....climb! 
Romp N' Roll Summer Camps Young campers are led through activities including art, music, movement, science, sports and more. It's like big kids camp on training wheels! 
Science and Creativity in Motion Summer Camps allow elementary & middle school students to explore a variety of interests and take up to 4 classes for just $35 each. 

The HillBlacksburg Municipal Golf Course offers instructional and recreational golf programs for youth, families and adults. 

The Palisades Restaurant & Hospitality Camp This week long camp teaches children the basic of cooking, where food comes from, and the basics of hospitality. Two sessions.  

Virginia Camp Woodmen Our ACA accredited overnight camp facility features a fully-trained and certified staff that ensures a summer camp program that your campers will NEVER forget!  Just $175/Week
Virginia Techniques Summer Camps keep campers active through safe and progressive gymnastics training in addition to other engaging activities such as games and crafts. 

Wilderness Adventure at Eagle's Landing is a unique adventure camp designed to build confidence, leadership skills and teamwork all in a true outdoor experience for ages 8 & up. 

If you are offering a summer program and would like to be included, please email jenniferc@macaronikid.com.