KIPP DC is excited to host an expanded summer program for students currently in PK3 through 7th grade — Masterminds: Summer Experience 2025. At this time, all spots have been filled and we have started a waitlist. If you would like to add your child’s name to the waitlist, please click here.
Looking for additional summer camp opportunities? We’ve compiled a list to help families support their children’s summer experiences. Below, you’ll find a variety of engaging and enriching camps across a range of interests. While we are excited to share these options, please note that KIPP DC is not directly affiliated with these camps.
Outschool
Explore a variety of 100,000+ live online classes and clubs to feed students’ curiosity and elevate their learning.
Age: 3-18
Location: Online
Fee: Varies by class
More Info: Click Here
(415) 968-1685
support@outschool.com
Kids & Culture Camp
Campers will embark on a virtual cultural journey as they study several countries and explore nature, geography, music, history, and more! Yoga, cooking, art, and chess are included.
Age: 3-12
Location: Online and In-Person
Fee: Online = $190 per week and In-Person = $375
More Info: Click Here
(202) 643-8787
info@kidsandculture.com
Magnus Academy Knights
Online chess camps with a mixture of live lessons, practice games, and puzzles. On the last day of camps there’s a tournament! Campers are divided by skill so that everyone gets useful lessons and fair games. Brand new beginners will start with the basics whichever week they join.
Age: 5-15
Location: Online
Fee: $159 to $ 179 per week
More Info: Click Here
703-574-2070
MusicianShip
The MusicianShip offers a multi-disciplinary summer program for elementary, middle, and high school students. In accordance with their age, students can continue to develop their artistry and master new skills in the fields of Instrumental Music, Vocal Music, Music Business, or Music Media.
Age: K-12th grade
Location: Online
Fee: Free
More Info: Click Here
(202) 805-5076
info@themusicianship.org
Kaizen Karate
Karate camp with weekly themes ranging from Black Belt Bootcamp to Ninja Turtles. In-person camp also offers pool time and field trips (outdoor nature based field trips and special events held on site at the camp). Camp welcomes students who do not have karate experience.
*FREE before/after slots available upon a first-come first-serve basis
Age: 5-12
Location: Washington Hebrew Congregation – 3935 Macomb St NW, Washington, DC 20016
Fee: $455 per week
More Info: Click Here
(301) 938-2711
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington
8-week academic and enrichment camp offering sports, games, arts & crafts, and recreational activities. Each day includes an academic component to combat summer learning loss.
Age: 5-18
Location: Multiple locations
Fee: $100 per week
More Info: Click Here
(202) 540-2300
School of Rock
Do you want to learn how to play in a band or learn to write songs? School of Rock Washington DC / Cleveland Park offers a wide variety of music camps and workshops that cover topics such as these. School of Rock music camps are perfect for musicians of any skill level who want to play guitar, bass, drums, keyboard and vocals. Weekly themes range from 80’s Rock to The Beatles and more!
Age: 3-18
Location: School of Rock Washington DC/Cleveland Park (3529 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008)
Fee: $550 per week
More Info: Click Here
(202) 893-8765
washingtondcclevelandpark@schoolofrock.com
Smithsonian Virtual Adventures by Smithsonian Associates
Series of week-long adventures that will take students on a learning journey through the world of the Smithsonian. Students will discover Smithsonian collections, take virtual field trips, and interact with other adventurers while playing games, creating crafts, meeting experts, and completing challenges. Fly to the moon, dive deep into the ocean, be innovative, create art, and more with Smithsonian Summer Adventures!
Age: K-9th grade
Location: Online and In-Person
Fee: $95-$245 per week (varies by grade level)
More Info: Click Here
(202) 633-3030
summercamp@si.edu
Tippi Toes
Magical Princess and SuperHero Dance Camp. Students will dress up every day, play Freeze Dance with Queen Elsa, create superhero masks to demonstrate bravery, participate in many games & more!
Age: 3-7
Location: Washington City Church of the Brethren (337 North Carolina Ave SE Washington, DC 20003)
Fee: $475 per week
More Info: Click Here
(202) 527-9089
Imagination Stage
Variety of program offerings ranging from theatre arts to performance to filmmaking. Campers can explore in-depth techniques in theatre and storytelling, acting and musical theatre, production experience, and filmmaking.
Age: 4-18
Location: Varies by program
Fee: Varies by program; Partial tuition assistance is available and awarded on the basis of financial need. Please contact summer@kippdc.org for more information.
More Info: Click Here
(301) 280-1636
registration@imaginationstage.org
Circle Yoga
Through yoga and mindfulness-based activities, campers have fun and learn skills for reducing stress, fully accepting and valuing who they are, and respecting others. Activities include yoga, relaxation, journaling, crafts, meditation, and more!
Age: 6-12
Location: 3838 Northampton Street NW, Washington, DC 20015
Fee: $475 per week (full day). Partial scholarships available for first 10 KIPP DC students that apply (discounted rate of $100 per week). Apply here
More Info: Click Here
(202) 686-1104
support@circleyoga.com
DC Way
Soccer camp that will develop your child’s soccer skills through strategic and fun games! Your child will develop both essential physical and cognitive skills through fast-paced drills and exercises. Even after just a single week of camp, your child will walk away with skills that go far beyond the soccer field!
Age: 4-12
Locations: Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital – Weeks 1-10 (921 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20003)
School Within School – Weeks 2, 3, 4 (920 F St NE, Washington, DC 20002)
Fee: varies from $60-$460
More Info: Click Here
(571) 490 1275
contact@dcway.com
FoodPrints
Comprehensive food education program with a series of self-guided videos, guides, and activities. FoodPrints Anywhere is designed to help your child build cooking skills and nutrition knowledge, learn about science and math in the garden and kitchen, and cook and eat nutritious recipes together at home.
Age: PreK – 5th grade
Location: Online
Fee: Free
More Info: Click Here
foodprintsdc@freshfarm.org
Isabella & Ferdinand Spanish Immersion Camp
Age: 5 – 13 years old
Location: Online and In-Person
Fee: $550; Use code SUMMER2025 for 10% off for the first 10 registrations
More Info: Click Here
(202) 450-1940
info@isabellaandferdinand.org
Nationals Youth Baseball Academy – YBA Play
YBA PLAY is the Washington Nationals Youth Baseball Academy’s largest program. YBA PLAY is a high-quality, structured, consistent, and fun developmental baseball/softball opportunity for girls and boys ages 6-12 that is highlighted by a free, instructional league during the summer months at various locations around the District. YBA PLAY is focused on growing the game of baseball by minimizing barriers to participation, particularly for low-income communities; YBA PLAY is FREE and provides ALL uniform and equipment needs.
To Register:
Visit here to register
Complete Parent/Guardian Profile
Complete Scholar-Athlete Profile (select your home Ward or preferred site/location under “Team.” For example, if I live in Ward 5, I will click Ward 5 as my ‘team’)
Finish the rest of the signup details/waivers and then submit for confirmation!
Age: 6-12
Location: Various locations in Wards 4-8
Fee: Free
More Info: Click Here
(202) 640-7456
Camp Forget-Me-Not / Camp Erin DC
Summer series of three one-day, outdoor grief camps offering one day-camp for children, tweens, and teens. Each day camp will provide young people with the opportunity for fun and safe socialization with other grieving peers while exploring thoughts, feelings, and experiences through creative camp-like programming.
Age: 6-17
Location: Farren’s Stable in Washington, DC
Fee: Free
More Info: Click Here
(202) 624-0010
camp@wendtcenter.org
Summer Engineering Experience for Kids (SEEK)
Engineering immersion program that educates 3rd – 5th grade students on STEM. This year’s curriculum will focus on drones, robotics, and coding!
Age: 3rd-5th grade
Location: Online
Fee: Free
More Info: Click Here
(703) 549-2207
seek@nsbe.org
Alliance Francaise
Alliance Francaise’s Summer in French Camps are open to children ages 5 to 11 from beginner to bilingual. Experience new, creative, summer camps where fun and French never end! Each camp will feature hands-on craft making, and weekly themes will cover topics including cooking, yoga, games, science, ceramics, performing arts, and more!
Age: 5 – 11 years old
Location: Online
Fee: $620 per week
More Info: Click Here
(202) 234-7911
children@francedc.org
Camp Shakespeare
Shakespeare Theatre Company gives students the chance to dive into the world of one of the most celebrated playwrights in history: William Shakespeare. At Camp Shakespeare, students will unravel Shakespeare’s plays with text analysis, develop fundamental acting skills, learn the basics of stage combat, and perform for friends & family onstage at Shakespeare Theatre Company.
Age: 6 – 18
Location: Varies by grade level (in-person)
Fee: Varies by grade level, per week
More Info: Click Here
(202) 547-5688
CampSTC@ShakespeareTheatre.org
For Love of Children
FLOC’s program will include community news, project-based learning, social-emotional learning, and intervention tutoring (math & reading). Students will take turns each morning leading activities / group discussions before going into breakout rooms to complete fun, engaging projects each week with a team.
Age: 2nd – 12th grade
Location: Online
Fee: Free
More Info: Click Here
(202) 462-8686
Washington DC Youth Rugby
The only youth rugby team in the District, the Washington Warriors summer program includes boys and girls across several age groups. It teaches kids valuable teamwork, leadership and compassion for other cultures, through a safe, fun environment. In addition to rugby, students are also taught the importance of proper nutrition and hydration.
Age: 5 – 14
Location: The Fields at RFK (401 Oklahoma Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002)
Fee: Free
More Info: Click Here
(703) 220-5018
Silver Knights
Online chess camps with a mixture of live lessons, practice games, and puzzles. On the last day of camps there’s a tournament! Campers are divided by skill so that everyone gets useful lessons and fair games. Brand new beginners will start with the basics whichever week they join.
Age: 5-15
Location: Online
Fee: $169 per week
More Info: Click Here
(703) 574-2070
OpenWise Learning
Immersive summer program with a focus on technology and youth / community service. The program goal is to develop STEM knowledge, empathy, and leadership through global collaboration. Students are provided with computing equipment.
Age: 11-13
Location: Eliot-Hine Middle School
Fee: Free
More Info: Click Here
(301) 744-9443
info@openwiselearning.org
Kid Power Summer Leadership Academy
5-week program providing a safe, structured space and helping to prevent summer learning loss. Students participate in English Language Arts, Math, Service Learning, Civics, recreational activities, and more.
Age: 3rd – 8th grade
Location: Online
Fee: Free
More Info: Click Here
(202) 484-1404
info@kidpowerdc.org
iD Tech
Virtual Tech Camps are the perfect way to sharpen your STEM skills and bond with new friends, all online from the comfort of home. Curriculum options include Python, Java, Minecraft, Roblox, Unity, Adobe, 3D modeling, and more! Includes 2 hours of live instruction and peer collaboration + 2 hours of self-paced project development per day.
Age: 7 – 17
Location: Online
Fee: Varies by program (Use code COUNTDOWN to save $250)
More Info: Click Here
1-888-709-8324
hello@iDTech.com
Pedalheads
Pedalheads learn-to-ride bike camps have helped over 500,000 kids ride with confidence since 1995. Whether your child is first learning to ride and get off of their training wheels or just looking to be more comfortable on the road, Pedalheads has options for all kids.
Age: 3 -12 years old
Location: 6 locations available
Fee: $496 per week (full day); $284 per week (half day)
More Info: Click Here
1-888-886-6464
info@pedalheads.com
Words Beats and Life
The 6-week WBL Academy engages youth in Arts Education courses led by local adult hip-hop artists, performers, and teachers who care about the participants’ program outcomes, as they are tied to life outcomes. Students will fully immerse themselves in one of the following arts education tracks: visual arts, music, and performing arts.
Age: 12 – 18 years old
Location: St. Stephen and the Incarnation Episcopal Church (1525 Newton St NW, Washington, DC 20010)
Fee: Free
More Info: Click Here
(202) 667-1192
Adventures on the Hill
Ages: 3 – 10
Locations: 7005 Piney Branch Rd. NW (This location is inside of the Trinity Episcopal Church); 820 6th St NE Washington, DC. 20002 (Calvary Episcopal Church); St. Monica and St. James Church at 222 8th St NE Washington, DC.
Full day – $465 per week
More Info
Urban Adventure Squad
Ages: Rising 2nd-8th graders
Location: Gallaudet University, 800 Florida Ave NE, and other locations
Full day with after-care – $440 per week
More Info
American Youth Chorus Music Camp
Ages: 7-12
Location: Parish Hall of St. Mark’s Church, 301 A St SE
Full day with before- and after-care
$180 monthly standard rate, $126 monthly sibling discount—30% off, $90 monthly 2+ siblings discount—50% off, Financial Aid available
Email: ayc@congressionalchorus.org
Phone: (202) 629-3140
More Info
Capitol Hill Arts Workshop (CHAW)
Ages: PreK 4-Grade 12
Location: 545 7th St SE
Full and half day
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Music on the Hill
Ages: 6+
Location: 801 D St NE
9 a.m.-3 p.m. with after-camp option
Cost: $450
More Info
Home Run Baseball Camp
Ages: 4-12
Location: Payne Elementary School, 1445 C St SE
Full day with after-care
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Capital Cycle Camp
Ages: 6 and up (must be able to ride a bicycle)
Location: St. Mark’s Church, 301 A St SE, and Miner Elementary, 601 15th St NE
Full day with before-care
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Labyrinth After-Camp Game Club
Ages: 5+
Location: Labyrinth Games and Puzzles, 645 Pennsylvania Ave SE
5-day camps – 9-3pm; 4-6pm
Email: team@labyrinthdc.com
More Info
DC-ICE
Ages: 6-13
Locations: Canal Park, Fort Dupont Ice Arena, and Anacostia Park Skating Pavilion
Full, extended, or half day
More Info
Young Warriors Karate Camp
Ages: 6-13
Location: Hill Center, 921 Pennsylvania Ave SE
Full and half day
Cost: Full day $300 per week; AM only $150 per week; Ext. Day $375 per week
Sibling discounts available
Email: DC@InnerCityExcellence.org
More Info
DC United
Ages: 5-15
Location: RFK Stadium Auxiliary Fields, 279 Oklahoma Ave NE
Full day and half day
Cost: Starting at $499
Email: info@dcunitedsummercamps.com
Phone: (202) 313-7386
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Camp Adventura
Ages: 3-12
Location: Waterfront Academy 924 Pennsylvania Ave SE
Phone: (202) 484-0044
Full day 8:30-3pm $619 per week; after-care 3-6pm $150 per week
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Boolean Girl
Ages: 8-14
Location: Hill Center, 921 Pennsylvania Ave SE
Full day
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CodeREV
Ages: 6-14
Location: Hill Center, 921 Pennsylvania Ave SE
Full day
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Mad Science
Grades: 1-6
Location: Hill Center, 921 Pennsylvania Ave SE
Full and half day; $375 per week
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Breathing Space
Ages: PreK 4-Grade 5
Location: Christ Church, 620 G St SE
Full day with after-care
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Capitol Hill Cooperative Nursery School Summer Camp
Ages: 2.5-5 years
Location: Capitol Hill United Methodist Church, 421 Seward Sq SE
Full day and half day with after-care
More Info
Capitol Hill Day School
Ages: 4-14
Location: 210 South Carolina Ave SE
Full day
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Cool Kidz Camp
Ages: 3-8
Location: JO Wilson Elementary, 660 K St NE
Full day with before- and after-care
Email: coolkidzcampdc@gmail.com
Polite Piggy’s
Ages: Rising PK3-10 years
Location: School Within a School, 920 F St NE
Full day
More Info
Smithsonian Summer Camp
Grades: K-9
Location: S. Dillon Ripley Center, 1100 Jefferson Drive SW
Full day with before- and after-care
More Info
Blues Alley Jazz Camp
Ages: 11-18
Location: 555 Water Street SW, Washington, DC 20024
Phone: (202) 544-3230
Email: communications@bluesalley.com
Website: www.BluesAlley.org
Traveling Players Ensemble
Location: Tysons Corner Center, 1961 Chain Bridge Road, Tysons VA, 22102
Phone: (703) 987-1712
Email: info@travelingplayers.org
Website
Young Artists of America Summer Performing Arts
Location: 16923 Norwood Road, Sandy Spring, MD 20860
Phone: (301) 272-8604
Website
Theatre Lab Summer Programs & Camps
Grades: 1-8; Ages: 13-19
Location: 733 8th Street NW, Washington, DC 20001
Phone: (202) 824-0449
Email: contact@TheatreLab.org
Website
Children’s Art Studio Summer Art Camps
Location: 2121 Decatur Place NW, Washington, DC 20008
Phone: (202) 247-1155
Email: childrensartstudio@gmail.com
Website: www.ChildrensArtStudio.org
District Architecture Center Programs, Events, & Camps for Kids
Location: 421 7th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
Phone: (202) 347-9403
Session One Age Group: 8-10 yrs; Session Two Age Group: 11-13 yrs
Website
Camp Levine
Location: 2801 Upton Street NW, Washington, DC 23219 (multiple locations)
Phone: (202) 686-8000
Email: camp@levinemusic.org
Ages: 1-18 yrs
Website
Camp Tech Revolution (Lavner Camps)
Location: Held at GWU – Mount Vernon and Foggy Bottom Campuses
Phone: (202) 854-0509
Email: info@LavnerCamps.com
Website: www.LavnerCamps.com
Player Progression Academy
Location: Various locations in DC and MD
Phone: (240) 856-9427
Ages: 3-18
Website: www.PPATeam.com
Sidwell Summer Sports Camps
Location: 3825 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington DC 20016
Phone: (202) 537-8133
Email: summer@sidwell.edu
Website: www.SidwellSummer.org
YMCA Capital View
Location: 2118 Ridgecrest Court SE, Washington, DC 20020
Phone: (202) 889-0643
Email: capitalviewemail@YMCADC.org
Website: www.YMCADC.org
Northeast TaeKwonDo Summer Camps
Ages: 6-12
Hours: 9am – 4pm
Location: 3520 12th Street NE, Washington, DC 20017
Phone: (202) 526-4119
Email: info@NortheastTaeKwonDoDC.com
Website
Lowell School Summer Camp
Ages: 3-15
Location: 1640 Kalmia Road NW, Washington, DC 20012
Phone: (202) 577-2006
Email: programs@lowellschool.org
Website
St. Albans School Summer Camps
Grades 6-12
Location: 3101 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20016
Phone: (202) 537-6450
Email: summerprograms@stalbansschool.org
Website
Summer at Burke
Grades 6-12
Location: 4101 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008
Phone: (202) 375-7637
Email: Summer@BurkeSchool.org
Website
Model United Nations Institute at Georgetown University
Location: 3700 O Street NW, Washington, DC 20057
Phone: (646) 308-1411
Email: support@bestdelegate.com
Website
Georgetown Day School Camps and Classes
Ages: PreK-12
Location: 4200 Davenport Street NW, Washington, DC 2000716
Phone: (202) 295-1091
Email: nmarkley@gds.org
Website
Odyssey Tutors
Age Group: High School
Location: 4801 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Suite 503, Washington, DC 20016
Phone: (202) 288-5775
Email: info@odysseytutors.com
SAT & ACT Prep
Website: www.OdysseyTutors.com
Chia Chinese Immersion Summer Camp
Ages: 3-12
Cost: $650 per week
Phone: (267) 353-5205
Email: chiachineselearning@gmail.com
Website
Aidan’s Village of Choice Summer Camp
Ages: Primary, Elementary, Toddler (prices vary by age group)
Location: 2700 27th Street NW, Washington, DC 20001
Phone: (202) 387-2700
Email: summer@aidanschool.org
Website
CommuniKids Summer Camp
Ages: 18 months – 7yrs
Location: 4719 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20016
Phone: (202) 363-4431
Email: info@communikids.com
Spanish, French, Mandarin
Website
Kids & Culture Camp
Ages: 3-12
Location: 33 Riggs Road NE, Washington, DC 20011
Phone: (202) 643-8787
Email: info@KidsAndCulture.com
Website
Boating Is Fun Camp Key Bridge
Ages: 9-14
Location: 500 Water Street NW, Washington DC 20007
Contact: DC Boating Info
Phone: (202) 337-9642
Email: DCBoatinginfo@guestservices.com
Website: BoatingInDC.com
Legendary Creators
Ages: 9-14
Phone: (202) 869-4455
Email: contact@legendarycreators.org
Website
STEM & Pre-Employment Skills Camp for Students with Disabilities
Ages: 14-21
Location: Various locations around McLean VA & Washington, DC
Phone: (202) 744-2452
Email: EDuer@STEMSkills.org
Website
Camp Kesem (for Kid’s with a Parent Battling Cancer)
Ages: 6-18
Cost: Free
Location: 3200 Mar Lu Ridge Road. Jefferson, MD 21755
Phone: (253) 736-3821
Email: support@kesem.org
Website
Living Classrooms Summer Camps
Location: 515 M Street SE, Suite 222, Washington, DC 20003
Phone: (202) 488-0627
Email: rshearouse@LivingClassroomsDC.org
Website
The Enrichment Centers
Location: 420 12th Street SE, Washington DC 20014
Phone: (301) 229-8000
Email: info@EnrichmentCenters.com
Website
Budding Yogis Summer Camp
Ages: 6-12
Location: 3838 Northampton Street NW, Washington, DC 20015
Phone: (202) 686-1104
Email: info@CircleYoga.com
Website
Humane Rescue Alliance
Location: 71 Oglethorpe Street NW, Washington, DC 20011
Phone: (202) 726-2556, ext. 247
Email: Education@HumaneRescueAlliance.org
Website