Youth summer programs are offered by some Tucson schools, businesses and institutions. Check websites for more information, or call for programs and schedules offered.
GENERAL
Dewhirst-Catalina Branch Library
15631 N. Oracle Rd.
(520) 594-5240
www.library.pima.gov/locations/catalina/
Dusenberry-River Branch Library
5605 E. River Rd.
(520) 594-5345
www.library.pima.gov/locations/river/
Geasa-Marana Branch Library
13370 N. Lon Adams Rd.
(520) 594-5255
www.library.pima.gov/locations/marana/
Marana Branch Library
13370 N. Lon Adams Rd.
(520) 594-5255
Nanini Branch Library
7300 N. Shannon Rd.
(520) 594-5365
www.library.pima.gov/locations/nanini/
Oro Valley Public Library
1305 W. Naranja Dr.
(520) 229-5300
Wheeler Taft Abbett, Sr., Branch Library
7800 N. Schisler Dr.
(520) 594-5200
www.library.pima.gov/locations/abbett
ACADEMIC
Amphitheater
Public Schools
701 W. Wetmore
(520) 696-5000
Arizona Youth University
888 N. Euclid Ave.
(520) 621-7724
Ascension Lutheran School
1220 W. Magee Rd.
(520) 297-3095
Beautiful Savior Academy
7570 N. Thornydale
(520) 579-1453
www.beautifulsavioracademy.org
Building Bridges for Autism
5215 N Sabino Canyon Rd.
(520) 209-2501
www.buildingbridgesforautism.com
Casas Christian School
10801 N. La Cholla Blvd.
(520) 297-0922
CCS takes FLIGHT (Friends, Laughter, Instruction, God, Hope, Teamwork) with two summer programs: June 6-24 and June 27-July 15. Participants can learn about math, cheerleading, writing, dance, music, art, manners, modeling, photography and more. Extended care is available.
Catalina Foothills Community Schools
2101 E. River Rd.
(520) 209-7551
www.cfsd16.org/schools/communityschools
Children’s House of Books
2624 N. 1st Ave.
(520) 822-8211
College Nannies & Tutors
7619 N. Oracle Rd., Suite 113
(520) 262-0177
Educational activities during the summer can make a significant difference in a child’s learning experience. Designed for high school students, Preparing for College — Preparing for Life is offered in three three-day sessions: June 14-16, July 12-14 and Aug. 11-13. Camp topics include aptitude assessments, career decisions and preparing for the job market. Registration cost before May 15 is $245; after that, $295.
Double800 LLC
(520) 401-0014
An eight-session SAT/PSAT prep course for high school sophomores, juniors and seniors offered Sundays and Wednesdays July 10-Aug. 3.
Faith Community Academy Preschool – 6th grade
2551 W. Orange Grove Rd.
(520) 742-4189
Hermosa Montessori School
12051 E. Fort Lowell Rd.
(520) 749-5518
Immaculate Heart Academy
410 E. Magee Rd.
(520) 297-6672
Immaculate Heart High School
625 E. Magee Rd.
(520) 297-2851
International School of Tucson
1730 N. 1st Ave.
(520) 406-0552
www.internationalschooloftucson.org
JTED
2855 W. Master Pieces Dr.
(520) 352-JTED (5833)
Operated by the Pima County Joint Technological Education District.
K.I.D.S. Journey Ministries
4700 N. Swan Rd.
(520) 299-1660
www.thejsmsite.com/journeykids/K.I.D.S..html
KidzArt Tucson
Locations throughout Tucson
(520) 495-4952
Khalsa School
3701 E. River Rd.
(520) 529-3611
www.khalsamontessorischool.com
Learning Lab
7400 N. Oracle Rd.
(520) 797-1875
Mad Science of Pima County
2608 N. Stone Ave.
(520) 733-7000
Marana Unified School District Community Schools
11279 W. Greer Rd. #108
(520) 682-3243
Mathnasium of Oro Valley
1335 W. Lambert Lane #145
(520) 297-3548
Pima Community College Pima for Kids
(520) 206-4500
Project STAR Flowing Wells Extension Programs, Inc.
1444 W. Prince Rd.
(520) 887-2600
Sonoran Science Academy
2325 W. Sunset Rd.
(520) 665-3430
St. Francis in the Foothills United Methodist Church
4625 E. River Rd.
(520) 299-9063
St. Gregory College Prep
3231 N. Craycroft Rd.
(520) 327-6395
Sylvan Learning
5425 N. Oracle Rd., #135
(520) 531-0431
Summer Y.E.S. Flowing Wells Extension Programs, Inc.
2220 W. Wetmore Rd.
(520) 293-8210
www.fwepinc.com/YES/summer.html
Tucson Academy of Music
& Dance
7954 N. Oracle Rd. or 4811 E. Sunrise Dr. #143
(520) 219-9950 or (520) 327-2303
Tucson Waldorf School
3349 E. Presidio Rd.
(520) 325-5514
The Tutoring Center
12090 N. Thornydale Rd.
(520) 579-3300
Tutoring Solutions
(520) 250-9014
The University of Arizona Flandrau Science Center
1601 E. University Blvd.
(520) 621-STAR (7827)
FITNESS, SPORTS & RECREATION
Batters Box
6800 N. Camino Martin
(520) 579-6691
Baseball/softball clinics
Bedroxx Bowling
4385 W. Ina Rd.
(520) 744-7655
Summer hours start May 27. Summer offer is $1.99 games during open bowling only Mon.-Fri. June 1-Aug. 31.
Centre Stage Dance Studio
10555 N. La Cañada Dr.
(520) 498-0093
www.centrestagedancestudio.net
Creative Dance Arts
5741 N. Oracle Rd.
(520) 887-5658
El Conquistador Tennis
Camps & Summer Programs
El Conquistador Resort
10000 N. Oracle Rd.
(520) 544-5000
www.hiltonelconquistador.com/recreation
Junior tennis summer camps for ages 4-18 at all levels May 13-Aug. 18. Weekly programs are available. Advance registration is required.
Gymboree Play & Music Center
7933 N. Oracle Rd. #A
(520) 721-7722
Head to Tail Riding School
11600 N. Oracle Rd.
(520) 544-9666
www.headtotailridingschool.com
Ironwood Ridge Volleyball Camps
Ironwood Ridge High School
2475 W. Naranja Dr.
(520) 696-4009
www.nighthawkvolleyball.com/camps
Junior Golf Camp, The Practice Tee
4050 W. Costco Place
(520) 977-4891
Little Lions, A JTED Preschool at Mountain View
3901 W. Linda Vista Blvd.
(520) 579-4400, ext. 4410
Operated by the Pima County Joint Technological Education District, Little Lions is a safe place to learn and play for children ages 3 to 5. This state-licensed preschool is operated by JTED’s Early Childhood Education Program. It is a DES provider. Full- and part-time programs are offered Mon.-Fri. from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Marana Parks and Recreation
(520) 382-1950
Niya Butts Basketball Academy Day Camp
(520) 621-4014
Offers instruction for girls in grades 2-8 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 6-9. This camp is designed to introduce the game of basketball to beginner players. It provides campers the opportunity to develop their basketball skills while offering an atmosphere that fosters cooperative learning and enthusiasm. While attending The Niya Butts Basketball Academy, campers will receive instruction from their favorite UA women’s basketball players and coaches.
Northwest YMCA
7770 N. Shannon Rd.
(520) 229-9001
Offering a wide range of summer activities for the entire family. Be sure to attend Healthy Kids Day, April 16. There will be a pancake breakfast for $4 from 7 to 10 a.m., a family fun run for $5 per family at 8 a.m. followed by a Y-Athlon, and free activities from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The first 350 kids will receive a free event T-shirt.
Oro Valley Riding School
(520) 237-5131
Teaching children ages 3 and up as well as adults in a fun and safe environment. Riding lessons for beginners, national champions and everyone in-between.
Pride All-Starz
7620 N. Hartman Lane, Ste. 132
After May 1:
3970 W. Ina Rd.
(520) 572-8981
Registration is now open for competitive teams, summer camps, classes and performance groups. Registration at Pride All-Stars Mon-Fri from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. or online. The home of 27-time national champions now has a brand new gym and dance studios. Training conducted by USASF certified instructors.
Reach Your Potential at The Hilton Summer Program
(520) 907-0514
Meet with a certified strength and conditioning specialist three times a week either in a small group setting or one-on-one. All programs are tailored to age, gender, health history and sport.
Rocks and Ropes
330 S. Toole Ave, #400
(520) 882-5924
Register now for 10 weeks of five-day sessions that start May 30. Open to boys and girls starting at age 6.
Sean Miller Basketball Camp
(520) 621-2430
www.arizonawildcats.com/camps/m-
basketball.html
Toscana Studio & Gallery
9040 N. Oracle Rd.
(520) 575-1445
www.toscanastudioandgallery.com
Toscana’s summer art & sculpture camps offer a dynamic art experience to kids in grades 2-12. Students will embark on a creative process of building sculpture out of a variety of media, such as clay, plaster, papier maché, wood, metal, found objects, rope and wire, as well as acrylic and oil paints.
Tower Treehouse Summer Kids Program
Tower Theatres at Arizona Pavilions
5755 W. Arizona Pavilions Dr.
(520) 579-0500
Ten-week summer movie program that is free for kids 10 and under and $2 for other admissions May 30-Aug. 5, at 10 a.m. Mondays through Fridays only. Up to two kids movies per week. On Popcorn Days, meet Popcorn the Bear mascot for hugs and pictures.
Town of Oro Valley Parks & Recreation
11000 N. La Cañada Dr.
(520) 229-5050
Wide range of classes and activities for people of all ages. Schedule and registration offered online. See ad, pages 19-22.
Tucson Botanical Gardens
2150 N. Alvernon Way
(520) 326-9686, ext.18
Summer camps for kids in grades K-6. Schedule and registration offered online.
YMCA Triangle Y Ranch Camp and Retreat Center
(520) 844-0987
Unforgettable summer fun is offered for boys and girls ages 7-17: Mini Camp for ages 6-9, Explorer Camp for ages 7-9, Trailblazer Camp for ages 10-12, High Adventure Camp for ages 13-15, Leaders-in-Training for ages 15-17, and Counselors-in-Training for ages 16-17.
SCIENCE & NATURE
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
2021 N. Kinney Rd.
(520) 883-2702
International Wildlife Museum
4800 W. Gates Pass Rd.
(520) 629-0100
Junior Ranger Wilderness Day Camps
Saguaro National Park, Rincon Mountain District
(520) 733-5157
T Rex Museum
3861 N. Oracle Rd.
(520) 888-0746
