The question on every parent’s mind right now, “What will my children do all summer?”
With less than two weeks of school left, parents are most likely anxious to find some fun activities to keep their children engaged while mixing in some much needed (and well deserved) rest from the daily grind and routine of the school year.
Great news! Community partners of Verrado are hosting plenty of enriching, recreational and social offerings throughout the summer break. Whether your child is interested in beating the heat indoors reading a book a day or learning to play a new sport, there is a program for him or her.
These extra-curricular activities are sure to keep your kiddos happy (and parents sane) all summer long. Be sure to check out what Verrado clubs have going on throughout the summer as well.
Anderson Institute of Music & Performing Arts
Verrado AIM and The Center on Main™
623-256-6197 | www.performingartsusa.com
Offering camps such a Camp Rock, String Pop/Rock Camp, Country to Pop Camp (Taylor Swift-style) as well as many dance camps to choose from. AIM will also be offering a four-week summer dance program for boys and girls from 8 to 18 year olds.
Vitras Summer Club Swim Team & Swim Lessons
The Center on Main
630-728-9104 | vsc.swimtopia.com
Vitras Summer Club Swim of Verrado is an atmosphere for children to have fun, meet new friends, learn new skills and be a supporting team member. Most skill levels are encouraged to explore swimming as a fun sport through team membership. For kids ages 4-18 who can swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) unassisted. For children that may not yet be at this stage, Vitras offer both small group and one-on-one swim lessons.
Ignite Yoga Kids Camps
June 7 – June 9
The Center on Main
623-374-7812 | igniteyogastudios.com
A fun-filled yoga camp for kids ages 4-10. Activities include water relay races, art with bubbles and photography, hiking, live animals, crafts and much more!
The Goddard School Summer Camps
May 23 – August 4
4320 N School Hill Road, Buckeye
623 255 3290 | www.goddardschool.com
Offering camps for kids K-5th Grade. Camps include ‘Kitchen Chemists, The Art of Yoga, Lego® and Minecraft, It’s your move and more!!
Verrado Golf Club® Junior Golf Program
June 6 – June 29
4252 N. Golf Drive, Buckeye
623-388-3008 | www.verradogolfclub.com
Kids aged 5-16 of all skill levels. Basic fundamentals of the game will be taught over a 3-day period focusing on full swing, short game, putting, and golf course etiquette. In addition, there will be daily competitions, on-course practice and play, and fun for all.
Summit Community Church Vacation Bible School
May 31 – June 3
Verrado High School
623 535 0251 | summitcc.org
All kids entering K-6th Grade in the fall of 2016 are welcome. Registration is free!
Verrado High School Summer Cheer and Pom Clinic
July 11 – July 14
20050 W Indian School Rd, Buckeye
verradocheercoach@gmail.com
Verrado High School’s Cheer and Pom teams are hosting a summer cheer and pom clinic for all interested K-8 th grade students, all levels welcome! Email coach Gronewold for more information.
Verrado High School Lady Viper Volleyball Skills Camp
July 26 – July 28
20050 W Indian School Rd, Buckeye
mlussier@aguafria.org
Kids in grades 5 – 9 can train with the Lady Viper Volleyball Players, Varsity Coach Mike Lussier and staff. For more information, email Coach Lussier.
Benfica Soccer Recreation League
May 23 – July 28
Redmond Field (Heritage Elementary School)
602-428-6864 | www.azbsasoccer.com
The Verrado Recreational program follows US Soccer Guidelines for optimal player development. It is a FUNdamental based program, with FUN, and player development being the key goals. Summer session is available for ages 8-12.
West Valley Lacrosse
May 23 – July 28
Redmond Field (Heritage Elementary School)
info.westvalleylax@gmail.com | leagueathletics.com
West Valley Lacrosse will be offering programs for kids in kindergarten through high school.
Buckeye Public Library Summer Reading Program
June 1 to August 1
Buckeye Public Library
623-349-6300 | www.maricopacountyreads.org
Visit your local library to attend fun events all summer long. Read 20 minutes per day and log your time to be entered into weekly drawings for awesome prizes.
Southwest Valley YMCA Youth Summer Camps
May 23 – August 5
2919 N Litchfield Road, Goodyear
623-935-5193 | valleyymca.org
Each week has its own theme and is packed with activities, crafts and games, treasure hunts, water-fun, sports, field trips, and so much more. Sign up for a week or the entire summer.