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Youth Summer Camps

Youth Center 2026 summer camps are LIVE! Choose from 24 different camps this summer, ranging from cooking to sports to art. Take a look at the descriptions below, then sign up through CYPBMS to reserve your spot today! Log in to your account, click on “Camp/Instructional Class Registration,” and select the camps you’d like to register for. Don’t have a CYPBMS account, or want to invite a friend who hasn’t visited the Youth Center yet? Register via the SignUp Genius for each camp, and we’ll email you to set up a CYPBMS account.

Unique Sports Camp

25–29 May
0800-1200 hours
$40.00

Explore non-traditional sports like handball, pickleball, and badminton with this fun and fast-paced sports camp!

Cooking Camp

25–29 May
0800-1200 hours
$50.00

Learn basic kitchen safety, food handling, and beginning cooking techniques during this introductory cooking camp. Youth will put their skills into practice by cooking several beginner-friendly dishes.

Theatre Camp

1-5 June
0800-1200 hours
$55.00

Get ready to take over the stage! Youth will learn acting skills such as blocking and characterization as well as technical skills like set design, costuming, and stage makeup, then show off what they’ve learned during a final performance!

Track Camp

1–5 June
0800-1200 hours
$40.00

Whether you’re a hurdles star or a pillar of the relay race, there’s a lane for you in this sports camp focused on track, modified field events, and cross-country running.

Soccer Camp

8-12 June
0800-1200 hours
$40.00

Learn how to play the world’s favorite game – dribble, pass, and score on the field with your teammates during this fast-paced sports camp!

Archery Camp

8–12 June
0800-1200 hours
$40.00

String up your bow and hit a bullseye during this unique sports camp!

Tabletop Gaming Camp

8–12 June
1300-1600 hours
$40.00

Explore the wide world of card and board games! From party games to strategy games to cooperative games, you’re sure to find a new favorite!

Art Camp

8-19 June
0800-1200 hours
$50.00

Express your artistic side and learn how to incorporate drawing, painting, and multimedia work into your masterpieces! Youth will explore the elements and principles of design and a variety of media as they craft their artwork.

Music Camp

15-19 June
0800-1200 hours
$40.00

Find your own sound in the intersection between technology and classic instruments in this digital musicmaking camp!

Jump Squad Camp

15-19 June
1400-1600 hours
$40.00

Jump into Double Dutch and other jump rope styles with this high-energy sports camp!

Aviation Camp

22-26 June
0800-1200 hours
$60.00

Venture into the wild blue yonder and learn all about planes and aeronautics during this exciting STEM-focused camp!

Chef K Camp

22-26 June
0800-1200 hours
$50.00

Get comfortable in the kitchen with this introductory cooking camp! Learn how to prepare delicious meals, incorporate techniques such as knife skills, and more during this fun and education-focused camp.

Baking Camp

29 June-3 July
0800-1200 hours
$50.00

Start your ovens and explore the exacting world of baking! Youth will experiment with different baking techniques while making cakes, breads, and pastries during this cooking camp.

Basketball Camp

29 June-3 July
0800-1200 hours
$40.00

Get ready to shoot some hoops! Youth will learn the basic skills of basketball including ball handling and team play during this exciting sports camp.

Digital Filmmaking Camp

29 June-3 July
0800-1200 hours
$40.00

Get behind the camera and turn your movie dreams into real life! Learn all about digital filmmaking techniques during this unique camp that combines technology and the arts.

Golf Camp

6-10 July
0800-1200 hours
$40.00

Perfect your swing and putt your way to victory! Learn the basic techniques of golf and put them into practice during this fun sports camp.

Volleyball Camp

6-10 July
0800-1200 hours
$40.00

Bump, set, and spike your way to a winning match during this exciting sports camp!

Dungeons & Dragons Camp

20-24 July
0800-1200 hours
$40.00

Learn how to play the world’s most famous roleplaying game! Fight monsters, solve puzzles, and act out stories with your friends during this week-long introductory camp for Dungeons & Dragons.

Jewelry Camp

13-17 July
0800-1200 hours
$60.00

Create your own wearable masterpieces and explore different jewelry styles during this unique art camp.

Robotics Camp

20-24 July
0800-1200 hours
$60.00

Learn to build different robots and program them for various tasks with the Spike Educational Robotics system!

Teen Survival Camp

13-17 July
0800-1200 hours
$50.00 *Open to age 13-18 only.

Take advantage of the season and explore the great outdoors! Get hand-on experience with wilderness safety and survival skills, then join us for exciting outdoors adventures.

Flag football Camp

20-24 July
0800-1200 hours
$40.00

Learn the strategies and skills of football during this fun and fast-paced sports camp.

Money Wise Camp

13-15 July
1300-1500 hours
$30.00

Learn the basics of good money management during this educational camp focused on practical financial skills.

Field Trips Camp

27-31 July
0800-1300 hours
$70.00

End the summer with a bang, and go on a field trip every day during our final summer camp! Then join us on Friday night for our annual summer lock-in at the Youth Center, featuring a dance party, epic Nerf battles, a midnight movie, and more!

Summer Camp Policies

Please note the following policies, which apply to all Youth Center camps:

  • All families are required to have an active and complete CYPBMS parent portal account, including enrollment in Tuition Auto Pay. Accounts MUST be complete, with a credit/debit card on file, prior to the first day of camp.
  • All youth attending Youth Center camps must be at least 9 years old at the time of their first day of camp and no older than 18 at the time of their last day of camp.
  • Summer camps are coordinated by the Buckley Youth Programs. Membership at the Youth Center is required for registration in youth summer camps. Membership registration paperwork can be picked up at the Buckley Youth Center (Building 350) during our business hours of 0900-1800.
    o 6-month membership: $40.00
    o 12-month membership: $80.00
  • Youth will sign themselves in and out of camp during the scheduled hours (0800-1200 and/or 1300-1600); at 1200 when camp ends, they are required to vacate the building until open rec time begins at 1300 hours. Only youth attending a scheduled camp will be allowed in the building from 0800-1200.
  • Meals are not provided, but the Youth Center does have a snack bar and encourages youth to bring their own lunch to eat outside at the picnic table during the break.
  • The Youth Center is not responsible for lost or stolen items. We recommend that youth leave their personal electronic devices at home during activities. If your child is missing an item, please check the Lost & Found shelves in the Youth Center lobby. Items that are left at the Lost & Found are donated at the end of summer camp.
  • All attendees are required to sign and abide by the Youth Center Code of Conduct for the safety of all.
  • All participating youth are required to have a current field trip permission form.
  • Once a camp begins for the week, switching camps is prohibited. Please ensure your child(ren) is signed up for the camp they wish to attend prior to the first day of camp.
  • Field trip locations and projected departure/return times will be specified on the first day of camp.
  • During field trips, all youth must wear the designated Youth Center field trip shirt to ensure youth visibility and safety.
  • To ensure everyone’s safety, all youth are required to leave their personal electronic devices at home or at the Youth Center during field trips. Lockers are available in the Youth Center lobby.
  • Each camp is billed as a single unit. A camp’s invoice will be generated on the Sunday after camp concludes, and payments will be pushed each Monday.
  • All cancellation requests must be received in a written format prior to the first day of camp. Camp fees are forfeit without this request.
  • The Youth Center is closed on all federal holidays and readiness pass days.