It’s Not Too Late to Sign Up for Summer Camps in Kalamazoo
Still figuring out summer activities and camp options? Us too.
Whether it’s deciphering an effective summer schedule, making vacation plans or finalizing a family budget, there are many reasons why camps may have fallen off the radar this year.
Good news: it’s not too late to snag a summer camp spot for your kids, and we’ve done the legwork for you.
We’ve polled our summer camp partners and many responded with intel on current openings, registration discounts and financial aid.
See below for some awesome camps for kids of all ages.
14 SWMI Summer Camps with Openings
Use this list to browse some amazing local organizations that are still enrolling campers:
NOTES
- Camp availability can change at any time; the listings below are accurate at the time of publication.
- Additional camps may still have open spots; the information below is from sponsors who notified our team.
- Review the complete Summer Camp Guide for more opportunities and detailed camp descriptions.
Academy of Dance Arts Summer Dance Camps
WEEK(S) WITH OPENINGS:
July 7, July 14, July 21
REGISTER ONLINE
Summer fun is just around the corner! Our themed camps are packed with dancing, crafts, games, water play, and unforgettable memories.
Each week is designed to spark creativity, build friendships, and keep kids active and engaged.
Weekly Themes:
July 7–10:
• Super Mario Dance Camp (Ages 4–9)
• Fierce Fashionistas & Very Vogue Villains (Ages 6–11)
July 14–17:
• Bark in the Park: A Big Blue Adventure (Ages 3–6)
• In My Sparkle Era (Ages 6–11)
July 21–24:
• Adventure Bay Dance Pawty! (Ages 3–6)
• Aerial Silks & Acrodance Camp (Ages 7+)
Each week is designed to spark creativity, build friendships, and keep kids active and engaged.
Weekly Themes:
July 7–10:
• Super Mario Dance Camp (Ages 4–9)
• Fierce Fashionistas & Very Vogue Villains (Ages 6–11)
July 14–17:
• Bark in the Park: A Big Blue Adventure (Ages 3–6)
• In My Sparkle Era (Ages 6–11)
July 21–24:
• Adventure Bay Dance Pawty! (Ages 3–6)
• Aerial Silks & Acrodance Camp (Ages 7+)
CAMP DISCOUNTS:
Sign up for more than one camp and receive $25 off each additional camp!
Air Zoo Summer Camps
WEEK(S) WITH OPENINGS:
July 7, July 14, July 21, July 28, Aug 4, Aug 11
REGISTER ONLINE
Choose from a variety of in-person science camps that engage and inspire children to learn about the exciting world of science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM).
Utilizing fun, exciting, and highly interactive programming, the Air Zoo guides young minds through creative and inquiry-based experiences that instill a lifelong passion for learning.
Utilizing fun, exciting, and highly interactive programming, the Air Zoo guides young minds through creative and inquiry-based experiences that instill a lifelong passion for learning.
CAMP DISCOUNTS:
10% off for Air Zoo members
FINANCIAL AID/SCHOLARSHIPS:
Financial aid is available! Please submit your application prior to registering for camp. Apply online at airzoo.org/camps.
ATYP Summer Camps
WEEK(S) WITH OPENINGS:
June 23, July 7, July 14
Half-day camps for kids who are eager to learn! Grades 6-9 meet on WMU's Kalamazoo campus.
Check out Paper Mache, Poetry, and Computer Music, just to name a few!
Check out Paper Mache, Poetry, and Computer Music, just to name a few!
FINANCIAL AID/SCHOLARSHIPS:
Half-off scholarships are available for students who qualify for any type of financial assistance.
Email atyp-info@wmich.edu for more information.
Email atyp-info@wmich.edu for more information.
Ballet Kalamazoo
WEEK(S) WITH OPENINGS:
July 14, July 21, Aug 4
REGISTER ONLINE
Frozen in July Ballet Camp: July 14-18
Rapunzel Ballet Camp: July 21-July 25
Swiftie Ballet Mini-Camp: Thursday, July 17
Birds of a Feather Mini-Camp: Thursday, July 24
August Dancer Intensive (with Special Guest Faculty): August 4 -8
Rapunzel Ballet Camp: July 21-July 25
Swiftie Ballet Mini-Camp: Thursday, July 17
Birds of a Feather Mini-Camp: Thursday, July 24
August Dancer Intensive (with Special Guest Faculty): August 4 -8
CAMP DISCOUNTS:
Text 269-399-5342 and mention KZOOKIDS to receive a $15 off full-week camps and $25 off the August Dancer Intensive.
Branch Gymnastics Camps
WEEK(S) WITH OPENINGS:
June 23, June 30, July 7, July 14, July 21, July 28, Aug 4
REGISTER ONLINE
Each Week is a New Theme!
Preschool (Ages 3-5): 9AM-11AM ($125/week)
School Age (Ages 6-12): 9AM-Noon or 1PM-4PM ($150/week)
Week 3: June 23–26
• Firecracker Summer Fun Camp
• Patriotic tumbling, crafts & sparkling surprises.
Week 4: July 7–10
• Shadow Warriors Summer Camp
• Obstacle courses & agility challenges for future ninja warriors.
Week 5: July 14–17
• Splash & Dash Summer Camp
• Water play meets gym skills in this summer cool-down.
Week 6: July 21–24
• Power Up & Believe Summer Camp
• Confidence-boosting fun with a growth mindset twist.
Week 7: July 28–31
• Waves & Wheels Summer Camp: A Wicked Adventure
• Gymnastics meets Glinda in this magical, musical adventure.
Week 8: August 4–7
• Fall Action Summer Camp
• Superhero-themed action-packed finale to the summer!
Preschool (Ages 3-5): 9AM-11AM ($125/week)
School Age (Ages 6-12): 9AM-Noon or 1PM-4PM ($150/week)
Week 3: June 23–26
• Firecracker Summer Fun Camp
• Patriotic tumbling, crafts & sparkling surprises.
Week 4: July 7–10
• Shadow Warriors Summer Camp
• Obstacle courses & agility challenges for future ninja warriors.
Week 5: July 14–17
• Splash & Dash Summer Camp
• Water play meets gym skills in this summer cool-down.
Week 6: July 21–24
• Power Up & Believe Summer Camp
• Confidence-boosting fun with a growth mindset twist.
Week 7: July 28–31
• Waves & Wheels Summer Camp: A Wicked Adventure
• Gymnastics meets Glinda in this magical, musical adventure.
Week 8: August 4–7
• Fall Action Summer Camp
• Superhero-themed action-packed finale to the summer!
Camp Kidwell
WEEK(S) WITH OPENINGS:
June 23, July 7, July 14, July 28, Aug 4
REGISTER ONLINE
Our overnight camp program welcomes kiddos ages 7-14 for fun, exciting and memorable adventures, including swimming, canoeing, crafts, horseback riding, campfire and friends!!!
CAMP DISCOUNTS:
$25 for all new campers. $15 for siblings. Other possible discounts available also.
FINANCIAL AID/SCHOLARSHIPS:
Scholarship assistance available.
Visit www.campkidwell.org for details and apply when registering!
Visit www.campkidwell.org for details and apply when registering!
Epic Broadway Musical Theater Camp
WEEK(S) WITH OPENINGS:
July 14
REGISTER ONLINE
Join us for a week of specialized training and education in Vocal Musical Theater!
Work with Teaching Artists who have spent decades teaching and coaching singers in vocal technique and performance specifically for the musical stage.
Work with Teaching Artists who have spent decades teaching and coaching singers in vocal technique and performance specifically for the musical stage.
FINANCIAL AID/SCHOLARSHIPS:
Need-based financial aid available.
Gilmore Piano Camp
WEEK(S) WITH OPENINGS:
June 23
REGISTER ONLINE
Since its creation 26 years ago, Gilmore Piano Camp has welcomed hundreds of young pianists to its natural outdoor setting at Sherman Lake for fun and study.
The camp provides classical piano training, a wide range of music-related electives, and many traditional camp activities.
Treasured as the Midwest’s only piano-specific summer music camp, Gilmore Piano Camp is recommended for students that wish to develop their musicianship in a week-long intensive, and have had at least 1 year of piano lessons.
The camp provides classical piano training, a wide range of music-related electives, and many traditional camp activities.
Treasured as the Midwest’s only piano-specific summer music camp, Gilmore Piano Camp is recommended for students that wish to develop their musicianship in a week-long intensive, and have had at least 1 year of piano lessons.
FINANCIAL AID/SCHOLARSHIPS:
The Gilmore has some scholarships available, and Sherman Lake YMCA has financial assistance for those who qualify.
Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan Camps in Plainwell, Linden, and Kalamazoo
WEEK(S) WITH OPENINGS:
June 23, June 30, July 7, July 14, July 21, July 28, Aug 4, Aug 11
REGISTER ONLINE
You don't have to be a Girl Scout to enjoy a summer of fun with Girl Scouts!
From classic camp programming to high adventure travel trips, we have something for all girls entering 1st through 12th grade.
All Around Overnight Camp -- Openings every week July 6 through August 8
Themed Weeks:
• Wilderness Warriors -- July 6-18
• Amish Adventures & Lakeside Escapes Travel Trip -- July 20-25
• Northern Michigan Adventure -- August 10-15
From classic camp programming to high adventure travel trips, we have something for all girls entering 1st through 12th grade.
All Around Overnight Camp -- Openings every week July 6 through August 8
Themed Weeks:
• Wilderness Warriors -- July 6-18
• Amish Adventures & Lakeside Escapes Travel Trip -- July 20-25
• Northern Michigan Adventure -- August 10-15
FINANCIAL AID/SCHOLARSHIPS:
We offer financial assistance for any campers who need it.
Kalamazoo Civic Theatre - Academy of Theatre Arts Summer Day Camp
WEEK(S) WITH OPENINGS:
July 21, July 28, Aug 4, Aug 11
REGISTER ONLINE
Let your inner star shine this summer!
Musical Theatre Camps for Preschool - Grade 9
July 21-August 1: Musical Theatre Camp - Pirate Theatre! A Musical Adventure on the High Seas
• Grades PS-2 will sing, dance, and act their way through the musical adventure, How to be a Pirate.
• Grades 3-9 will dive into the action-packed world of Pirates! The Hidden Treasure, working on character-building skills and stage presence.
• Campers develop confidence, teamwork, and creativity while performing in their very own pirate adventure.
August 4-15: Musical Theatre Camp - Summer Jams: A Jam Session of Timeless Hits
• Grades PS-2 will learn the basics of musical theatre as they sing, dance, and jam out to classic radio hits like “Hound Dog” and “Footloose” in their production of On the Radio.
• Grades 3-9 will team together to form a show-stopping musical group as they learn the music of iconic bands like the Go-Go’s and Bon Jovi in Making the Band.
Early Drop Off and Late Pick Up options are available
Musical Theatre Camps for Preschool - Grade 9
July 21-August 1: Musical Theatre Camp - Pirate Theatre! A Musical Adventure on the High Seas
• Grades PS-2 will sing, dance, and act their way through the musical adventure, How to be a Pirate.
• Grades 3-9 will dive into the action-packed world of Pirates! The Hidden Treasure, working on character-building skills and stage presence.
• Campers develop confidence, teamwork, and creativity while performing in their very own pirate adventure.
August 4-15: Musical Theatre Camp - Summer Jams: A Jam Session of Timeless Hits
• Grades PS-2 will learn the basics of musical theatre as they sing, dance, and jam out to classic radio hits like “Hound Dog” and “Footloose” in their production of On the Radio.
• Grades 3-9 will team together to form a show-stopping musical group as they learn the music of iconic bands like the Go-Go’s and Bon Jovi in Making the Band.
Early Drop Off and Late Pick Up options are available
KAMSC Sizzlin' Summer Science
WEEK(S) WITH OPENINGS:
July 7, July 14, July 21, July 28, Aug 4
REGISTER ONLINE
One and two-week experiences in STEM areas for entering first grade into high school. There is space available in almost all classes.
Look us up at kamsc.org/summer/
Look us up at kamsc.org/summer/
CAMP DISCOUNTS:
We offer full-day STEM Camp in addition to the regular 2-hour classes, at a significant discount compared to the price of individual classes.
Kingdom - Soccer - Flag Football - Skateboarding
WEEK(S) WITH OPENINGS:
June 23, July 7, July 14, July 21, July 28
REGISTER ONLINE
We offer the best sports programming for over 30 years. Soccer, Flag Football and Skateboarding
LEGO®-themed Day Camps with Bricks 4 Kidz at Bricks & Minifigs Kalamazoo
WEEK(S) WITH OPENINGS:
June 30, July 7, July 14, July 21, July 28, Aug 4, Aug 11
REGISTER ONLINE
Kids ages 5-12 can enjoy their favorite LEGO® themes during our 4-day summer camps!
The brick-building experts from Bricks 4 Kidz of Grand Rapids will be in Kalamazoo each week to explore a fun new subject with the campers at Bricks & Minifigs!
Current availability:
• week of 6/30 - Journey with Sharks (2 seats available)
• week of 7/7 - World of Wizards (9 seats available)
• week of 7/14 - Brick City Engineers (11 seats available)
• week of 7/21 - Galaxy Far Far Away (3 seats available)
• week of 7/28 - Mining & Crafting (16 seats available)
• week of 8/4 - Master Challenge (13 seats available)
• week of 8/11 - Game On: Mario Edition (12 seats available)
The brick-building experts from Bricks 4 Kidz of Grand Rapids will be in Kalamazoo each week to explore a fun new subject with the campers at Bricks & Minifigs!
Current availability:
• week of 6/30 - Journey with Sharks (2 seats available)
• week of 7/7 - World of Wizards (9 seats available)
• week of 7/14 - Brick City Engineers (11 seats available)
• week of 7/21 - Galaxy Far Far Away (3 seats available)
• week of 7/28 - Mining & Crafting (16 seats available)
• week of 8/4 - Master Challenge (13 seats available)
• week of 8/11 - Game On: Mario Edition (12 seats available)
CAMP DISCOUNTS:
Keep watching our socials for upcoming promotions!
FINANCIAL AID/SCHOLARSHIPS:
One camp scholarship, valued at 100% of the 2025 week's tuition of your choice, will be given away during a sales promotion at the Bricks & Minifigs Kalamazoo Third Anniversary Celebration June 20-25, 2025, compliments of Bricks & Minifigs Kalamazoo.
Momentum Dance Camps at Branch Gymnastics
WEEK(S) WITH OPENINGS:
June 23, June 30, July 7, July 14, July 21, July 28, Aug 4
REGISTER ONLINE
Each Week is a New Theme!
Preschool Dance Camps (Ages 3–5)
🕘 9:00am–11:00am • 💲$125/week
Week 3: June 23–26
• Disney Magic Dance Camp
• Dance and tumble to favorite Disney princess and hero songs.
Week 5: July 14–17
• Super Mario Dance Camp
• Mario-themed movement, gymnastics, and creative games.
Week 7: July 28–31
• Squishmallow Dance Camp
• Squishy-themed fun with tumbling, dance, and creative play.
School-Age Dance Camps (Ages 6–12)
🕘 9:00am–12:00pm • 💲$150/week
Week 4: July 7–10
• Wicked Dance Camp (Welcome to Oz)
• Dance, flips, and creative crafts inspired by the world of Oz.
Week 6: July 21–24
• Pop Star Camp: In My Dancing Era
• Dance and tumble to Taylor Swift-inspired hits.
Week 8: August 4–7
• Descendants Dance Camp
• Channel your inner hero or villain with dance & gymnastics set to Descendants hits.
Preschool Dance Camps (Ages 3–5)
🕘 9:00am–11:00am • 💲$125/week
Week 3: June 23–26
• Disney Magic Dance Camp
• Dance and tumble to favorite Disney princess and hero songs.
Week 5: July 14–17
• Super Mario Dance Camp
• Mario-themed movement, gymnastics, and creative games.
Week 7: July 28–31
• Squishmallow Dance Camp
• Squishy-themed fun with tumbling, dance, and creative play.
School-Age Dance Camps (Ages 6–12)
🕘 9:00am–12:00pm • 💲$150/week
Week 4: July 7–10
• Wicked Dance Camp (Welcome to Oz)
• Dance, flips, and creative crafts inspired by the world of Oz.
Week 6: July 21–24
• Pop Star Camp: In My Dancing Era
• Dance and tumble to Taylor Swift-inspired hits.
Week 8: August 4–7
• Descendants Dance Camp
• Channel your inner hero or villain with dance & gymnastics set to Descendants hits.
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Contact our Sales Lead, Amy (amy@kzookids.com), for summer camp partnership opportunities.
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