Summer Camps - Falls Church, VA

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The Falls Church Recreation and Parks Department summer camp offerings operate as a program exempt from licensure with basic health and safety requirements but has no direct oversight by the Virginia Department of Education.

Children 6 & up are limited to five weeks of contracted camps (pages 5-25) per location. Staff will monitor to ensure campers are within these parameters. If you have questions, please contact the Recreation and Parks Department at 703-248-5027 or [email protected]

Campers will need to bring a lunch with drink and an afternoon snack daily. There is no refrigeration.

If a child needs medication during camp, visit www.fallschurchva.gov/camps for information/paperwork.

CANCELLATION POLICY: The City of Falls Church Recreation and Parks Department reserves the right to cancel camps and programs for which there is insufficient registration. Camps with insufficient registrations are canceled one week prior to the start of camp. In addition, there is limited enrollment for all programs. The Department reserves the right to cancel a camp if we believe it is in the best interest of participant health and safety. REFUND POLICY:

All requests for refunds or credits must be submitted using the Program & Facility Cancellation Form no later than 14 days prior to the start of camp.

Requests received 14 calendar days before the start of camp will be granted, less a 10% processing fee.

Requests received less than two weeks before camp starts will only be granted for medical reasons (doctor’s note required).

Refunds requested due to COVID-19 will only be provided for confirmed positive cases or the need to isolate due to exposure per CDC guidelines.

No refunds or credits will be given if the request is submitted less than two weeks prior to the start of camp, nor after it has ended. This also applies to Extended Care.

Inner Quest has different policies which are listed in their description.

A full credit or refund will be provided by the Recreation and Parks Department for camps cancelled by the Department, or upon request, when schedule or location changes made by the Department prohibit or limit an individual's ability to attend.

FACILITY LOCATIONS

Falls Church Community Center, 223 Little Falls Street, Falls Church, VA 22046

Cherry Hill Farmhouse, 312 Park Avenue, Falls Church, VA 22046

Meridian High School, 121 Mustang Alley, Falls Church, VA 22043

REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Payment in full is required at the time of registration. Families can register: Online at www.fallschurchva.gov/Register

By calling 703-248-5027. Phone-in registrations will not be accepted on February 14 or 22 before 10:00am.

FALLS CHURCH COMMUNITY CENTER HOURS: Monday-Thursday 8am - 10pm Friday 8am - 11pm Saturday 8:30am – 11pm Sunday 12pm - 6pm (January - March) 2pm - 6pm (April - December) PHOTOGRAPHIC/VIDEO RELEASE: By participating in programs and using our facilities, you are granting the City of Falls Church and the Parks and Recreation Department permission to use photographic images and/or videos of you and/or your minors for marketing purposes. EXTENDED CARE: Extended Care is located at the Falls Church Community Center and will be available for most camps. Please review individual camp descriptions for extended care availability. Falls Church City Public School buses transport campers to Meridian High School for camps held at that location. Afternoon extended care campers should bring a snack for extended care hours. Additional fees will be charged for pick-ups after 6pm. REASONABLE ACCOMODATIONS: The City of Falls Church is committed to the letter and spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act. If your child has a disability or requires special attention for any reason, advanced notice is appreciated so that we may properly prepare. To request a reasonable accommodation for any type of disability call 703-248-5027 (TTY 711) or email [email protected].

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Summer Fun Rising 1st through Rising 6th graders Children will enjoy a fun-filled summer including sports, arts and crafts, games, special events, and a weekly field trip or entertainment visit to the camp. Time is also available for unstructured play. Each week's activities are theme-based. The camp runs Monday through Friday, 9am-3pm. Camp is located at Cherry Hill Park. A parent handbook with themes, listing of field trips/visits, and other important information will be e-mailed to all participants in May. If the Summer Fun camp takes a field trip on a given week, an additional fee (typically $10-$20) will apply. On field trip days, there is no camp program for the children who are not registered for the field trip. Field trip registration opens in May. The Falls Church Recreation and Parks Department summer camp offerings operate as a program exempt from licensure with basic health and safety requirements but has no direct oversight by the Virginia Department of Education.

Location: Cherry Hill Shelter

Entire Summer Mon-Fri: 6/21-8/12 9am-3pm 385001-1 R: $1036 / NR: $1136

Weekly Tue-Fri: 6/21-6/24 9am-3pm 385001-B R: $148 / NR: $168 Mon-Fi: 6/27-7/1 9am-3pm 385001-C R: $185 / NR: $205 Tue-Fri: 7/5-7/8 9am-3pm 385001-D R: $148 / NR: $168 Mon-Fri: 7/11-7/15 9am-3pm 385001-E R: $185 / NR: $205 Mon-Fri: 7/18-7/22 9am-3pm 385001-F R: $185 / NR: $205 Mon-Fri: 7/25-7/29 9am-3pm 385001-G R: $185 / NR: $205 Mon-Fri: 8/1-8/5 9am-3pm 385001-H R: $185 / NR: $205 Mon-Fri: 8/8-8/12 9am-3pm 385001-I R: $185 / NR: $205 *There is no camp on Monday, June 20 and Monday July 4* Extended Care: AM Care 389999-B1, C1, D1, E1, F1, G1, H1, I1 7-9am $50(Week C $40) PM Care 389999-B2, C2, D2, E2, F2, G2, H2, I2 3-6pm $70 (Week C $56)

Preschool Camps 4-6 years Come learn about Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall in our Explore the Seasons camp or ignite your creative side in our Creative Art Camp. Topics will be explored through music, books, crafts, outdoor adventures and hands on fun! The cost includes a daily snack and craft supplies. Participants will need to bring a lunch and sheets for rest time. Children must be toilet trained. This is a state licensed program which requires additional paperwork including proof of age via birth certificate, physical and immunization report. A list of all forms can be found online at http://www.fallschurchva.gov/618/Required-Forms-Information. We will be following all CDC and Fairfax County Health Department Guidelines. At the time of printing, students will be required to wear face coverings and remain 6 feet apart. Explore the Seasons Tue-Fri: 6/21-6/24 9am-3pm 382000-B R: $224 / NR: $244 Creative Art Mon-Fri: 6/27-7/1 9am-3pm 382000-C R: $280 / NR: $300 Instructor: FC Preschool Staff Location: Community Center Preschool Room There is no extended care for this camp.

Counselors In Training Must be 13 by June 21, 2022 Apply to be a Counselor in Training (CIT) no later than March 31, 2022. CITs are assigned to our Summer Fun Playground Program and assist camp staff with facilitating games and activities. CITs build relationships with campers and serve as a role model. Being a CIT helps develop leadership skills, communications skills, interpersonal skills, teamwork and much more. Applications are due March 31, 2022. Interviews will be held in April and acceptance notifications are sent out by May 2.. Apply online at: www.fallschurchva.gov/camps

Recreation and Parks Department Camps




Blast Into The Past 8-15 years Summer campers will learn about life at Cherry Hill Farmhouse in the mid-19th century through the perspective of the Blasdell’s daughter Ann. Activities include learning about period clothes, games, crafts and chores from the time period. Ages 8-12 Mon-Fri: 6/27-7/1 9am-3pm 381801-C R: $300 / NR: $320 Mon-Fri: 8/8-8/12 9am-3pm 381801-I R: $300 / NR: $320 Mon-Fri: 8/22-8/26 9am-3pm 381801-K R: $300 / NR: $320 Ages 12-15 Mon-Fri: 7/25-7/29 9am-3pm 381801-G R: $300 / NR: $320 Instructor: Recreation Depar tment Staff Location: Cherry Hill Farmhouse AM Care- 389999-C1, G1, I1, K1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-C1, G1, I1, K1 3-6pm $70

Teen Excursion 11-15 years Excursions to keep your teen on the go this summer! Teens may go whitewater rafting, tubing, stand-up paddle boarding, sailing, rock climbing or caving and may visit The Adventure Park. In the event of inclement weather trips maybe impacted and camp maybe cancelled if another option cannot be secured. In that case a prorated refund would be provided. A detailed itinerary along with what to bring each day will be emailed to all participants prior to camp. Mon-Fri: 6/13-6/17 9am-5pm 383201-A R: $550 / NR: $570 Mon-Fri: 7/25-7/29 9am-5pm 383201-G R: $550 / NR: $570 Instructor: Recreation Depar tment Staff Location: Camp depar ts from & returns to the Falls Church Community Center . AM Care- 389999-A1, G1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-A2, G2 3-6pm $70

Recreation and Parks Department Camps

The Falls Church Recreation & Parks Department summer camp offerings operate as a program exempt from licensure with basic health and safety requirements but has no direct oversight by the Virginia Dept. of Education.

Wet 'N Wild 11-15 years This will be a cool week in the heat of summer! Campers will go tubing or white water rafting, as well as visit local waterparks such as Splashdown Water Park and Hurricane Harbor at Six Flags! Campers will need to bring a swimsuit, towel, and a change of clothes each day. All trips are subject to change. Alternate trips will take place in the event of inclement weather. A detailed itinerary along with what to bring each day will be emailed to all participants prior to camp. Tue-Fri: 6/21-6/24 9am-5pm 383204-B R: $435/ NR: $455 Tue-Fri: 7/5-7/8 9am-5pm 383204-D R: $435/ NR: $455 Instructor: Recreation Depar tment Staff Location: Camp depar ts from & returns to the Falls Church Community Center . AM Care- 389999-B1, D1 7-9am $40 PM Care- 389999-B2, D2 3-6pm $56 *There is no camp on Monday, June 20 & Monday, July 4.*




The Falls Church Recreation and Parks Department summer camp offerings operate as a program exempt from licensure with basic health and safety requirements but has no direct oversight by the Virginia Department of Education.

Children 6 & up are limited to five weeks of contracted camps (pages 5-25) per location. Staff will monitor to ensure campers are within these parameters. If you have questions, please contact the Recreation and Parks Department at 703-248-5027 or [email protected]

Dips and Donuts 6-13 years Does your Tiny Chef love to dip their food? Chips in salsa, veggies in hummus, bread sticks in marinara sauce? How about dipping donuts in glazes and toppings? In this fun, nutritious and delicious camp, the Tiny Chefs will do all of that! Savory recipes like Mexican Layered Dip or Spinach and Artichoke Dip in Wonton Wrappers will be made side-by-side with Lemon Glazed Blueberry Donuts and Pumpkin Donut Holes with Cinnamon Topping. These are just a few of the types of recipes your Tiny Chef will enjoy as they dip and dunk (and bake and blend) their way through our newest camp! Tue-Fri: 7/5-7/8 9am-3pm 382217-D R: $319 / NR: $339 Instructor: Tiny Chefs Location: Art Room AM Care- 389999-D1 7-9am $40 PM Care- 389999-D2 3-6pm $56 *There is no camp on Monday, July 4.*

Master Chef 9-13 years Never have food challenge reality shows been so popular and Master Chef is a favorite here at Tiny Chefs! We like it so much we decided to base a whole week long camp on the concept. Our version has the added twist of focusing on different cuisines every day of camp. So, each day the Tiny Chef campers will be presented with 3 or 4 ingredients, which reflect these different cuisines—French, Italian, Mexican, Asian and “All-American”. Using those ingredients and working within those cuisines, they will chal-lenge themselves to make mouthwatering specialties, traditional favorites and explore new ingredients, tastes and combinations. Mon-Fri: 7/11-7/15 9am-3pm 382218-E R: $360 / NR: $380 Instructor: Tiny Chefs Location: Art Room AM Care- 389999-E1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-E2 3-6pm $70

The Great Food Truck Race 6-13 years If your Tiny Chef dreams of someday having their own restaurant or food truck, sign them up for this inventive summer camp! Each day the students will produce a different course (appetizer, soup, main dish or dessert) or an item from a certain cuisine and build a creative food truck around it. Over the course (no pun intended) of the session they will also be working on a final idea for their very own food truck, expanding on the types of foods that their particular restaurant on wheels would serve based on the experiences they have had in class. Students will be introduced to a variety of cuisines, cooking skills and presentations throughout the week. Mon-Fri: 7/18-7/22 9am-3pm 382219-F R: $360 / NR: $380 Instructor: Tiny Chefs Location: Art Room AM Care- 389999-F1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-F2 3-6pm $70

Contracted Camps - Cooking & Chess

Diners Drive Thrus and Delights 6-13 years If your Tiny Chef dreams of someday having their own restaurant, sign them up for this in-ventive summer camp! Each day campers will produce a different course (appetizer, soup, main dish or dessert) or an item from a certain cuisine and build a restaurant around it. Over the course (no pun intended) of the session they will also be working on a final idea for their own restaurant, expanding on the types of foods their particular restaurant would serve based on the experiences they have had in class. Students will be introduced to a variety of cuisines, cooking skills and presentations throughout the week. Mon-Fri: 8/1-8/5 9am-3pm 382220-H R: $360 / NR: $380 Instructor: Tiny Chefs Location: Art Room AM Care- 389999-H1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-H2 3-6pm $70

Wonderful World of Cheese 6-9 years Melty, gooey, stretchy, yummy CHEESE. During this camp, children will learn all about different types of cheese, where they come from, and how they're made. We will then incorporate this amazing ingredient into cooking and how it can be used in different ways. Our goal is to make cheese the star of a main or side dish. Children will even have the opportunity to make their own cheese! Mon-Fri: 7/25-7/29 9am-3pm 380301-G R: $325 / NR: $345 Instructor: Baroody Camps Location: Art Room AM Care- 389999-G1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-G2 3-6pm $70 Rising 7th-9th graders, be a CIT at this camp: 384999-G R: $175 / NR: $195 See page 25 for details

Cupcake Wars 2.0 6-13 years Has your Tiny Chefs competed in Cupcake Wars in the past? Join us for new recipes and even better cupcakes in Cupcake Wars 2.0. Cupcakes are all the rage and it’s a trend that’s clearly here to stay! If you’ve ever been curious about how the pros make those cupcakes so precious and ornate, and if competition is your middle name, then this is the week for you! We’ll spend three days on cupcake basics - measuring, mixing, baking, and frosting, and then finish the week with two days of baking battle! Small teams will face off with one another to compete for the title of “Best Cup-cake!”. May the best cupcake win! Mon-Fri: 8/8-8/12 9am-3pm 382221-I R: $360 / NR: $380 Instructor: Tiny Chefs Location: Art Room AM Care- 389999-I1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-I2 3-6pm $70


Contracted Camps - Cooking & Chess

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Kids Cook Off! 6-13 years Kid cooks, bakers and chefs have joined the ranks of elimination style cooking contests and here at Tiny Chefs we are getting in on the action! In this exciting session, campers will be separated into rotating teams and each team will create recipes that are judged by the instructors in a blind taste test with preset criteria. Each day the teams will create 3 items; 2 recipes will be a head to head competitions making the same item. The 3rd item will be recipes that are similar but have slightly different ingredients- Farmers Market Pasta Salad vs. Pesto Pasta Salad with Summer Veggies, for example. May the best team win! Mon-Fri: 8/15-8/19 9am-3pm 382222-J R: $360 / NR: $380 Instructor: Tiny Chefs Location: Art Room AM Care- 389999-J1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-J2 3-6pm $70

Baking Bootcamp 6-13 years Move beyond the basics and stretch your baking repertoire to include things like biscuits, muffins, cupcakes, fruit tarts and dessert sauces. Students also learn measurements and equivalents, as well as basic techniques like folding, whisking and rolling during this week. At the end of the program, students will be able to prepare a recipe with a variety of different baking techniques. Mon-Fri: 8/22-8/26 9am-3pm 382223-K R: $360 / NR: $380 Instructor: Tiny Chefs Location: Art Room AM Care- 389999-K1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-K2 3-6pm $70

Silver Knights Chess 6-13 years In Chess Camp, campers play and learn chess with Silver Knights! We've taught 100,000 children including national champions, but most students are beginners looking to learn and have fun! Campers are broken up in groups by skill level. Activities include learning the rules, openings, tactics, endgames, studying master games, and playing lots of games against other students, which may be done via tablet or computer for safety reasons. Campers will take breaks for snacks and fresh air, and have lunch and recess from 12:00 – 1:00. At the end of the week, campers receive a t-shirt and chess set. All equipment provided. Mon-Fri: 6/13-6/17 9am-3pm 382103-A R: $375 / NR: $395 Mon-Fri: 6/27-7/1 9am-3pm 382103-C R: $375 / NR: $395 Mon-Fri: 7/4-7/8* 9am-3pm 382103-D R: $300 NR: $320 Mon-Fri: 7/25-7/29 9am-3pm 382103-G R: $375 / NR: $395 Mon-Fri: 8/8-8/12 9am-3pm 382103-I R: $375 / NR: $395 Instructor: Silver Knights Enr ichment Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS Week A held at Community Center, Teen Center *There is no camp Monday July 4* AM Care- 389999-D1 7-9am $40 PM Care- 389999-D2 3-6pm $56 AM Care- 389999-A1, C1, G1, I1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-A2, C2, G2, I2 3-6pm $70

We encourage you to take the time to ensure your account is up to date, all household members are listed, you are familiar with your credentials, and are comfortable navigating our website in advance of the opening of registration. Taking the time to do so prior to registration will help to prevent any day of registration issues and avoid delays in registration that could result in your child missing out on a particular camp. Please visit www.fallschurchva.gov/register to review your account and view the registration website. If you experience any issues please contact the Recreation and Parks Department at either [email protected] or (703) 248-5027 and a staff member will help ensure you are prepared for registration.



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Contracted Camps - Dance & Gymnastics

Every Body Dance Preschool Camp 3-5 years We will do crafts, play games, and perform activities relating to dance in order to warm the kids up to dance styles! We will practice one dance throughout the whole week to put on a show for the grown-ups on Friday. Some crafts include decorating the studio for the show, making show tickets, creating costumes, and coloring dance-related coloring pages. Mon-Fri: 7/11-7/15 9am-12pm 380233-E R: $200 / NR: $220 Instructor: Everybody Dance Location: Community Center , Dance Studio There is no extended Care for this camp.

Fairytale Camp 3-6 years Give your tiny dancer the opportunity to enter our magical fairytale land filled with interactive stories, singing, dancing, and crafts featuring a Princess of the Day! Dancers are encouraged to dress up as the daily princess too! Our camp concludes with a special Royal Ball for family and friends held on the last day of camp. Mon-Fri: 8/15-8/19 9am-12pm 380238-J R: $255/ NR: $275 Instructor: Adrenaline Dance Location: Community Center , Dance Studio There is no extended Care for this camp.

Disney Hip Hop Camp 6-9 years Experience the fun of performing on "tour" with your favorite pop stars in our high energy Disney dance party hip-hop camp. Each day will feature a different movie of the day such as Trolls, Aladdin, and Frozen with dancers encouraged to dress up to fit the theme. Campers will learn a fun mini-dance to a different Disney song, play games, and complete a Disney-themed craft each day. Camp will conclude with a fun "concert" showcasing their dances from the week on the last day! Mon-Fri: 8/15-8/19 12:30pm-3:30pm 380238-J R: $255/ NR: $275 Instructor: Adrenaline Dance Location: Community Center , Dance Studio PM Care- 389999-J2 3-6pm $70

Every Body Dance Camp 6-10 years Each day will be dedicated to a different style of dance (Jazz, Ballet, Musical Theatre, and Lyrical). Campers will learn a short dance number in each style to perform for their parents on Friday at the end of the day. We will also do age appropriate crafts and have games to break up the day. Time will also be spent at the Cherry Hill playground after lunchtime. Ages 6-8 Mon-Fri: 6/13-6/17 9am-3pm 380230-A R: $300/ NR: $320 Ages 7-10 Mon-Fri: 6/27-7/1 9am-3pm 380230-C R: $300 / NR: $320 Instructor: Every Body Dance Location: Community Center , Dance Studio AM Care- 389999-A1, C1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-A2, C2 3-6pm $70

Broadway Bound Camp 6-10 years Each day of camp will be dedicated to a different musical that has been on Broadway. Campers will do crafts and learn a dancing or singing number from the show of the day. Students will play games related to acting, singing, and dancing. At the end of the week, we will host a show for the campers' grown-ups to come and see! Age 6-8 Mon-Fri: 7/18-7/22 9am-3pm 380231-F R: $300 / NR: $320 Location: Choral Room at MEH Ages 7-10 Mon-Fri: 8/1-8/5 9am-3pm 380231-H R: $300/ NR: $320 Instructor: Every Body Dance Location: Community Center , Dance Studio AM Care- 389999-F1, H1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-F2, H2 3-6pm $70

Baroody Dance Camp 7-11 years Campers are going to love this full day dance camp where instructors will be teaching choreography and movement using some of the most popular songs out today. Arts & crafts will also be incorporated as campers decorate props and shirts. After a week of hard work, campers will show off their new dance moves on the final day of camp. Tue-Fri: 7/5-7/8* 9am-3pm 380236-D R: $220 / NR: $240 Mon-Fri: 8/22-8/26 9am-3pm 380236-K R: $275 / NR: $295 Instructor: Baroody Camps Location: Community Center , Dance Studio *There is no camp on Monday, July 4 AM Care- 389999-D1 7-9am $40 PM Care- 389999-D2, 3-6pm $56 AM Care- 389999-K1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-K2 3-6pm $70 Rising 7th-9th graders, be a CIT at this camp: 384999-D3 R: $140/ NR: $160 See page 25 for details

Cheer & Hip Hop Dance Camp 6-13 years Our Cheer and Hip-Hop program focuses on teaching fun cheers and modern hip hop movements with a vivacious urban feel. Our hip hop portion of the class will focus on rhythm and musicality, how to "find", count music and dance in with a team. Different styles of hip-hop dance will be combined with fun choreography. Our cheer portion of the class will teach various dance and cheer combinations, basic stunts, and fun choreography. Along with these skills, participants will receive daily take home activities that build teamwork, confidence, and leadership skills. Tue-Fri: 6/21-6/24* 9am-3pm 380237-B R: $148 / NR: $168 Mon-Fri: 7/25-7/29 9am-3pm 380237-G R: $185 / NR: $205 Mon-Fri: 8/8-8/12 9am-3pm 380237-I R: $185 / NR: $205 Instructor: Athletes Global Location: Community Center , Dance Studio *There is no camp Monday June 20* AM Care- 389999-B1 7-9am $40 PM Care- 389999-B2, 3-6pm $56 AM Care- 389999-G1, I1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-G2, I2 3-6pm $70

The Falls Church Recreation & Parks Department summer camp offerings operate as a program exempt from licensure with basic health and safety requirements but has no direct oversight by the VA Department of Education

Children 6 & up are limited to five weeks of contracted camps (pages 5-25) per location. If you have questions, please contact the Recreation and Parks Department at 703-248-5027 or [email protected]




Fab Art 6-12 years FAB means "Fun And Beautiful!" In this FAB Art camp we will explore watercolor techniques, different papers, and 3D art and perspective. Design FUN art featuring unique masks, fish that grow, and even lovable minions. Create BEAUTIFUL art as we fold and cut paper in unique ways, paint tonal gradations, learn to crop images, and invent your own designs. Let your creativity flow to make FAB art! Ages 6-12 Mon-Fri: 8/8-8/12 9am-3pm 380114-I R: $307/ NR: $327 Ages 6-10 Mon-Fri: 8/8-8/12 12pm-3pm 380114-I2 R: $207 NR: $227 Instructor: Abrakadoodle Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-I1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-I2 3-6pm $70 There is no AM care for the 6-10 age camp.

EZ Draw 6-12 years Everyone can draw! Create farm animals, buildings, people, abstract art, visual poetry, and more using skills you have and EZ drawing techniques. The results are amazing! Learn about innovative American artist Saul Steinberg and his creative use of dots and lines, the centuries-old tradition of Illuminated Manuscripts, and combine poetry and drawing like French poet and artist Guillaume Apollinaire. Drawing success is as simple as A-B-C! Mon-Fri: 8/22-8/26 9am-3pm 380115-K R: $307/ NR: $327 Instructor: Abrakadoodle Location: Community Center , Preschool Room AM Care- 389999-K1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-K2 3-6pm $70

Amazing American Artist 6-12 years Come along to America, land of some amazing artists! Create artworks inspired by famous artists who explore color, celebrate uniqueness, innovate with paint, depict familiar scenes, and highlight different cultures. You will learn about Thiebaud's enticing goodies, Grandma Moses' charming landscapes, Steinberg's fascinating figures, and more. Have fun with these Amazing American artists and create your own amazing art! Ages 3.5-6 Mon-Fri: 7/11-7/15 9am-12pm 380112-E1 R: $207/ NR: $227 Ages 6-12 Mon-Fri: 7/11-7/15 9am-3pm 380112-E R: $307 NR: $327 Ages 6-10 Mon-Fri: 7/11-7/15 12pm-3pm 380112-E2 R: $207 NR: $227 Instructor: Abrakadoodle Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-E1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-E2 3-6pm $70 Extended care is not available for 3-6 year old campers. AM care not available for the afternoon camp.

Beach Party Art 6-12 years Get ready for beach-themed creative fun! Design your own sun visor, create incredible underwater art! Learn about world-famous sidewalk chalk artist, Julian Beevers. Have fun with spray bottles, sand art, shell designs, and more! Ages 3.5-6 Mon-Fri: 7/25-7/29 9am-12pm 380113-G1 R: $207/ NR: $227 Ages 6-12 Mon-Fri: 7/25-7/29 9am-3pm 380113-G R: $307 NR: $327 Ages 6-10 Mon-Fri: 7/25-7/29 12pm-3pm 380113-G2 R: $207 NR: $227 Instructor: Abrakadoodle Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-G1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-G2 3-6pm $70 Extended care is not available for 3-6 year old campers. AM care not available for the afternoon camp.

Treasure Hunt Art Camp 6-14 years Come along with us on this art adventure! We will learn about lost and found treasures! Help us find hidden treasures on islands, in palaces, and at many other interesting destinations. Using a variety of art tools, we will create diamonds, lost ships, pirate portraits, and much more! Follow our treasure map to find the FUN! Ages 6-12 Tue-Fri: 6/21-6/24 9am-3pm 380110-B R: $246/ NR: $266 Ages 10-14 Tue-Fri: 6/21-6/24 12pm-3pm 380110-B R: $166/ NR: $186 Instructor: Abrakadoodle Location: Classroom at Meridian HS *There is no camp on Monday, June 20.* AM Care- 389999-B1 7-9am $40 PM Care- 389999-B2 3-6pm $56 There is no AM care for the 10-14 age camp.

Art Madness Camp 6-12 years Art is everywhere, look around you! You can find art while digging in the dirt, looking up at the sky, watching storms, and while relaxing at the beach! Everything we make is fun: sunset silhouettes, Aboriginal dot art, beach drawings, sculptures, and 3D art. Join us and explore a variety of art techniques while we make connections with science, technology, engineering, and math concepts. Ages 3.5-6 Mon-Fri: 6/27-7/1 9am-12pm 380111-C1 R: $207/ NR: $227 Ages 6-12 Mon-Fri: 6/27-7/1 9am-3pm 380111-C R: $307 NR: $327 Ages 6-10 Mon-Fri: 6/27-7/1 12pm-3pm 380111-C2 R: $207 NR: $227 Instructor: Abrakadoodle Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-C1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-C2 3-6pm $70 Extended care is not available for 3-6 year old campers. AM care not available for the afternoon camp.

Diversify your camp day! Pair an afternoon art camp with a morning tennis camp offered by First Serve Tennis (page 20). Tennis camps run from 9am -12pm at the same location. Staff will transition students between camps. Available weeks B,C, E, G, and I. *Separate registration required.*

Contracted Camps - Art


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African Safari Pastel Workshop 6-10 years Go on a safari adventure with Young Rem-brandts this summer! We will explore the exciting land and many animals that inhabit Africa. In five days we will draw a variety of animals in various scenes with different media. To keep things exciting, we will explore the African Safari through the fun technique of cartoon as well. We will even challenge our artistic talents by creating two large scenes- one in a graphic style filled with a variety of animals and another focusing on the twists and turns of an African snake completed with pastel chalk. Our exploration through Africa allows for a bounty of adventure and creativity. Please wear an old shirt or smock to class each day. Mon-Fri: 6/27-7/1 9am-12pm 382015-C R: $320 / NR: $340 Instructor: Young Rembrandts Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-C1 7-9am $50 PM Extended care not available for this camp.

Famous Artists Pastel Workshop 6-10 years This Young Rembrandts’ Pastel Art workshop will focus on five different artists. Each day, we will create a large, original pastel drawing replicating a famous artist's masterpiece. We will draw a colorful goldfish bowl as Henri Matisse did in his Goldfish painting. On day two, we will recreate Vincent Van Gogh’s famous Starry Night complete with swirls throughout the sky. On day three, we will create powerful still life full of robust color as Paul Cezanne did often in his paintings. Day four will find us drawing Andre Derain’s Portrait of Matisse. On the final day, we will draw THE SCREAM as Edward Munch did. Each day will challenge us with the pastel media. But in the end we will be Masters ourselves. You will want the drawings framed! No experience necessary. Please wear an old shirt or smock to class each day. Mon-Fri: 7/25-7/29 9am-12pm 382015-G R: $320 / NR: $340 Instructor: Young Rembrandts Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-G1 7-9am $50 PM Extended care not available for this camp.

Contracted Camps - Art, Music & Theater

Ultimate Music Camp 5-12 years Learn Now Music introduces campers to a variety of musical instruments and concepts including piano, guitar, violin, drums, voice and movement. Campers participate in musical games, crafts, musical listening excerpts, related projects and MORE!!! At the begin-ning of the week, each camper will be issued a FREE T-shirt and Camp Bag! FREE instru-ment rentals are provided to borrow for in camp use and at-home exploration (rental agreement must be signed). Instruments must be returned at the end of the week (instruments differ between the a.m. and p.m. sessions). Campers enrolled in both morning and after-noon sessions will be supervised during a lunch break. All campers should bring a snack and drink daily; full-day campers should also bring a bag lunch. Mon-Fri: 6/27-7/1 9am-12pm 387100-C1 R: $250/ NR: $270 Mon-Fri: 6/27-7/1 12pm-3pm 387100-C2 R: $250/ NR: $270 Mon-Fri: 7/11-7/15 9am-12pm 387100-E1 R: $250/ NR: $270 Mon-Fri: 7/11-7/15 12pm-3pm 387100-E2 R: $250/ NR: $270 Mon-Fri: 7/25-7/29 9am-12pm 387100-G1 R: $250/ NR: $270 Mon-Fri: 7/25-7/29 12pm-3pm 387100-G2 R: $250/ NR: $270 Mon-Fri: 8/15-8/19 9am-12pm 387100-J1 R: $250/ NR: $270 Mon-Fri: 8/15-8/19 12pm-3pm 387100-J2 R: $250/ NR: $270 Instructor: Learn Now Music Group Location: Band Room at MEH Week J—Community Center, Preschool Room AM Care- 389999-C1, E1, G1, J1 7-9am $50

Once Upon a Time... 7-11 years Have you ever wanted to write your own folktale or fairy tale, your own version of The Three Little Pigs featuring monkeys instead of pigs or change the story of Cinderella to an underwater setting with sharks and fish? This writing camp will help campers keep their writing skills fresh over the summer while also having lots of fun publishing their very own books. It will be a blast brainstorming and bringing campers' amazing ideas to life. Tue-Fri: 6/21-6/24 9am-3pm 382055-B R: $220 / NR: $240 Instructor: Baroody Camps Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS *No camp on Monday, June 20.* AM Care- 389999-B1 7-9am $40 PM Care- 389999-B2 3-6pm $56

Rising 7th-9th graders, be a CIT at this camp: 384999-B1 R: $140/ NR: $160 See page 25 for details

Theatrical Teens 11-15 years Awaken creativity and explore your artistic talents in this fun, dynamic theater arts camp specifically designed to boost confidence, courage, and character for teens! Learn the art of improvisational theater techniques, the building blocks of playwriting, and set and costume design. Our talented Teaching Artist will guide students each day towards producing their own original play based on a positive value. A showcase of students' original work will be performed on the last day of camp to family and friends! Mon-Fri: 7/11-7/15 9am-3pm 382106-E R: $325 / NR: $345 Instructor: CARE Actor Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-E1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-E2 3-6pm $70




ETC’s Improve Comedy Troupe 8-18 years Learn to be quick on your feet and make hilarious choices with Educational Theatre Company! Through physical comedy exploration, ensemble building, and character development, participants will learn the skills of improvisation. Campers will work in groups to develop create characters, wacky plotlines, and comedic scenarios on the spot! On the last day of camp, campers will showcase their new comedy troupes with a performance for family and friends . This camp is perfect for new or returning campers. Take one or all three ETC comedy camps to build your comedy skills from the base up. Note: The youth and teen camps will work together at times throughout the week. Ages 8-12 Mon-Fri: 7/18-7/22 9am-3pm 382100-F R: $350 / NR: $370 Ages 13-18 Mon-Fri: 7/18-7/22 9am-3pm 382100-F1 R: $350 / NR: $370 Instructor: Educational Theater Company Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-F1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-F2 3-6pm $70

ETC’s Make ‘Em Laugh 8-18 years In Educational Theatre Company's ensemble-based comedy camp, get ready to make 'em laugh! Participants will discover different styles of comedy and explore the skills needed to make the audience roar with laughter! Campers will work in groups to develop material in a variety of different comedic forms. On the final day of camp, campers will showcase their new comedy variety show for family and friends. This camp is perfect for new or returning campers. Take one or all three ETC comedy camps to build your comedy skills from the base up. Note: The youth and teen camps will work together at times throughout the week. Ages 8-12 Mon-Fri: 7/25-7/29 9am-3pm 382100-G R: $350 / NR: $370 Ages 13-18 Mon-Fri: 7/25-7/29 9am-3pm 382100-G1 R: $350 / NR: $370 Instructor: Educational Theater Company Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-G1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-G2 3-6pm $70

Contracted Camps - Theatre & Media

ETC’s Sketch Comedy 8-18 years Educational Theatre Company is ready for another side-splitting summer with hilarious sketches! Campers will work in groups to use improvisational skills to develop original "sketch comedy" in the tradition of "Saturday Night Live" and "Second City." Techniques such as control of the audience's focus, comedic timing, and creative use of one's voice are developed. Friends and family will be invited to a final sharing of sketches on the last day of camp. This camp is perfect for new or returning campers. Take one or all three ETC comedy camps to build your comedy skills from the base up. Note: The youth and teen camps will work together at times throughout the week. Ages 8-12 Mon-Fri: 8/1-8/5 9am-3pm 382100-H R: $350 / NR: $370 Ages 13-18 Mon-Fri: 8/1-8/5 9am-3pm 382100-H1 R: $350 / NR: $370 Instructor: Educational Theater Company Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-H1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-H2 3-6pm $70

Minecraft vs. ROBLOX 7-13 years Make a Minecraft or Roblox movie, or make a mashup movie! Work in groups to create a stop-motion movie full of games or challenges for your character to overcome. Students will create sets out of construction paper, make their Minecraft blocks, film, do voice-overs, and new for 2022, more set design effects like flowing lava! *$35 Production fee is included in the price for the camp. Flix emailed within a month after camp ends. Mon-Fri: 6/13-6/17 9am-11:45am 384074-A R: $285 / NR: $305 Instructor: IncrediFlix Location: Community Center , Art Room AM Care- 389999-A1 7-9am $50 There is no PM care for this camp.

Animation Flix 7-13 years In this fast paced class, you’ll be creating up to 4 stop motion movies. These will include dinosaurs, white board and toy car animations. And then you’ll get to make your own cartoon animation starring you and your voice! *$35 Production fee is included in the price for the camp. Flix emailed within a month after camp ends. Mon-Fri: 6/13-6/17 12:15pm-3pm 384091-A R: $285 / NR: $305 Instructor: IncrediFlix Location: Community Center , Art Room PM Care- 389999-A2 3-6pm $70

Minecraft vs. ROBLOX & Animation Flix Combo 7-13 years Join us for the full day! This combo offers Minecraft vs. Roblox in the morning with Animation Flix in the afternoon for a discount plus free lunch supervision! Please see both program descriptions. Mon-Fri: 6/13-6/17 9am-3pm 384075-A R: $540 / NR: $560 Instructor: IncrediFlix Location: Community Center , Art Room AM Care- 389999-A1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-A2 3-6pm $70

The Falls Church Recreation & Parks Department summer camp offerings operate as a program exempt from licensure with basic health and safety requirements but has no direct oversight by the VA Department of Education.


STEM Challenge + Minecraft with LEGO 7-12 years Gear up for a full-day LEGO® camp packed with hands-on and minds-on STEM fun! In this challenge based program, start by building engineer-designed projects and putting your creativity and problem solving in action. Then, step into the Minecraft Universe and build an Iron Golem, the Nether Portal, and the Ender Dragon! Engineer and Craft innovative solu-tions in this full-day themed engineering camp for LEGO® fanatics! Mon-Fri: 6/27-7/1 9am-3pm 384037-C R: $359 / NR: $379 Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-C1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-C2 3-6pm $70

Contracted Camps - Media & STEM Action Movie Flix 7-13 years Adventure awaits you in these high intensity movies, where you'll use a green screen, camera tricks, & special effects to create your own live-action action movie. You’ll collaborate to write, act, & direct in this stunt packed movie where you'll be taught action choreography to thrill the audience. *$35 Production fee is included in the price for the camp. Flix emailed within a month after camp ends. Tue-Fri: 7/5-7/8 9am-11:45am 384076-D R: $230 / NR: $250 Instructor: IncrediFlix Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS *No camp on Monday, July 4.* AM Care- 389999-D1 7-9am $40 There is no PM care for this camp.

Action Stop Motion Flix 7-13 years Now with green screen special effects! Use stop motion tricks to create fires, explosions, and even floods, as your characters can battle it out or work together to save the day in this action packed stop motion class. You'll work in small groups to storyboard, create the action, film, and voice-over these exciting movies. *$35 Production fee is included in the price for the camp. Flix emailed within a month after camp ends. Tue-Fri: 7/5-7/8 12:15pm-3pm 384077-D R: $230 / NR: $250 Instructor: IncrediFlix Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS *No camp on Monday, July 4.* PM Care- 389999-D2 3-6pm $56 There is no AM care for this camp.

Action Movie & Action Stop Motion Flix Combo 7-13 years Join us for the full day! This combo offers Action Movie Flix in the morning with Action Stop Motion Flix in the afternoon for a discount plus free lunch supervision! Please see both half day descriptions. Tue-Fri: 7/5/-7/8 9am-3pm 384078-D R: $435 / NR: $455 Instructor: IncrediFlix Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS *No camp on Monday, July 4.* AM Care- 389999-D1 7-9am $40 PM Care- 389999-D2 3-6pm $56

Live Action Flix 7-13 years Discover your filmmaking talents! You don’t have to be an actor to take part, as we'll guide you through the Hollywood process to create, direct, film, act, and more. You won't just make an incredible movie, you'll have the skills to make your own movies with friends. *$35 Production fee is included in the price for the camp. Flix emailed within a month after camp ends. Mon-Fri: 8/1-8/5 9am-11:45am 384090-H R: $285 / NR: $305 Instructor: IncrediFlix Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-H1 7-9am $50 There is no PM care for this camp.

LEGO Flix 7-13 years Bring Lego worlds to life! We provide Legos. You provide your imagination. Work in groups to create a Lego set with Lego characters for a stop-motion movie you'll storyboard, shoot, and add voice-overs too. *$35 Production fee is included in the price for the camp. Flix emailed within a month after camp ends. Mon-Fri: 8/1-8/5 12:15pm-3pm 384096-H R: $285 / NR: $305 Instructor: IncrediFlix Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS PM Care- 389999-H2 3-6pm $70 There is no AM care for this camp.

Live Action & LEGO Flix Combo 7-13 years Join us for the full day! This combo offers Live Action Flix in the morning with LEGO Flix in the afternoon for a discount plus free lunch supervision! Please see both half day descriptions. Mon-Fri: 8/1-8/5 9am-3pm 384098-H R: $540 / NR: $560 Instructor: IncrediFlix Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-H1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-H2 3-6pm $70

STEM + Jedi with LEGO 5-7 years Prepare for a full-day LEGO® camp packed with hands-on and minds-on STEM fun! First, build projects inspired by cool machines while applying real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture. Then, immerse yourself in the Star Wars universe as you construct the Ewok Village on Endor, fly through space on our X-Wings, and defend the Echo Base on Hoth. Learn about BOTH kinds of The Force in this full-day themed engineering camp for LEGO® fanatics! Mon-Fri: 7/11-7/15 9am-3pm 384036-E R: $359 / NR: $379 Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-E1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-E2 3-6pm $70

STEM Challenge + Harry Potter with LEGO 6-7 years Gear up for a full-day LEGO® camp packed with hands-on and minds-on STEM fun! In this challenge based program, start by building engineer-designed projects and putting your creativity and problem solving in action. Then, step into the Minecraft Universe and build an Iron Golem, the Nether Portal, and the Ender Dragon! Engineer and Craft innovative solutions in this full-day themed engineering camp for LEGO® fanatics! Mon-Fri: 8/1-8/5 9am-3pm 384025-H R: $359 / NR: $379 Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-H1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-H2 3-6pm $70


LEGO Robotics Camp: Wild Safari 6-12 years Explore the animal kingdom in this WeDo 2.0 LEGO Robotics Camp where you will build and code swinging monkeys, fierce Silverback gorillas, cute Koalas and more robots that climb, move, bite and roll! Tue-Fri: 6/21-6/24 9am-3pm 384063-B R: $360/ NR: $380 *No camp on Monday, June 20.* Mon-Fri: 7/25-7/29 9am-3pm 384063-G R: $450 / NR: $470 Instructor: SK Robotics Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-B1 7-9am $40 PM Care- 389999-B2 3-6pm $56 AM Care- 389999-G1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-G2 3-6pm $70

LEGO Robotics Camp: Extreme Machines 6-12 years Explore the world of mega-machines in this WeDo 2.0 LEGO Robotics camp. Build and program robots that get the job done! Build over-the-top vehicles and real-world engineering marvels in this fun camp! Tue-Fri: 7/5-7/8 9am-3pm 384064-D R: $360/ NR: $380 *No camp on Monday, July 4.* Mon-Fri: 8/8-8/12 9am-12pm 384064-I R: $450 / NR: $470 Instructor: SK Robotics Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-D1 7-9am $40 PM Care- 389999-D2 3-6pm $56 AM Care- 389999-I1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-I2 3-6pm $70

Science Magic 7-10 years Children release their inner innovator by improving 21st Century Social and Emotional Life Skills through hands-on Creative STEM. Children have fun learning science-based 'magic tricks' and learn about the environmental issues of their communities. At the end of the camp, campers plan and put on a Magic Show for an audience of adults and peers and showcase a presentation of a 'magic' trick while explaining the science behind it. Mon- Fri: 7/11-7/15 9am-3pm 384080-E R: $410/ NR: $430 Mon- Fri: 8/1-8/5 9am-3pm 384080-H R: $410/ NR: $430 Instructor: iSchool for the Future Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-E1, H1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-E2, H2 3-6pm $70

Amazing Race Around The World 7-10 years Children release their inner innovator by improving 21st Century Social and Emotional Life Skills through hands-on Creative STEM. Children explore countries around the world and improve their geo-literacy skills. Children learn about environment, economies, social structures, technologies, and use engineering, arts, and empathy as they create their own "micronation". At the end of the camp, campers declare independence and present to the world their newly formed micronations in front of an audience of adults and peers. Mon- Fri: 8/8-8/12 9am-3pm 384082-I R: $390/ NR: $410 Instructor: iSchool for the Future Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-I1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-I2 3-6pm $70

LEGO Robotics WeDo 2.0 5-9 years Join us as we open up the world of science and help us explore new frontiers. Children will gain hands-on experience building Milo the Robot and other spy robots with LEGO pieces. Using Milo the Robot, we will explore frequencies, motherboards, and the many different types of wireless signals and their uses. This program is intended to help develop critical skills such as confidence, creativity, and collaboration. Above all, it will provide playful learning experiences that bring science to life and make learning fun and impactful. Mon-Fri: 6/27-7/1 9am-3pm 384054-C R: $300 / NR: $320 Instructor: Baroody Camps Location: Classroom at MEH AM Care- 389999-C1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-C2 3-6pm $70 Rising 7th-9th graders, be a CIT at this camp: 384999-C R: $175/ NR: $195 See page 25 for details

LEGO Robotics WeDo 2.0: Mixed Builds 8-11 years In this robotics camp, campers will be utilizing the WeDo 2.0 app and instructional files to build and code robotics representing many different aspects of the world. Throughout this week-long camp, campers will find themselves participating in various themes each day. These themes include Aquabots, Flying Bots, Zooland Robotics, Everyday Robots, and Jurassic. With an overflowing portfolio of designs to work on, campers will get to dip their feet into a mix of different robotic builds and then bring their creations to life. Mon-Fri: 7/11-7/15 9am-3pm 384058-E R: $300 / NR: $320 Instructor: Baroody Camps Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-E1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-E2 3-6pm $70 Rising 7th-9th graders, be a CIT at this camp: 384999-E R: $175/ NR: $195 See page 25 for details

Contracted Camps - STEM

Innovation Lab 6-10 years Children release their inner innovator by improving 21st Century Social and Emotional Life Skills through Creative STEM. Children have fun with engineering, building, physics, and materials sciences as they brainstorm new ideas, construct new inventions and learn how to bring their ideas to life. At the end of the camp, campers plan and put on a Pitch Party for an audience of adults and peers to pitch and showcase their ideas for Compassionate Innovations that help others and their environment. NOTE: This is a two-week camp program. Mon-Fri: 7/18-7/29 9am-3pm 384083-F R: $785 / NR: $805 Instructor: iSchool for the Future Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-F1, G1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-F2, G2 3-6pm $70





Learn to Code: A Beginner's Guide 10-16 years All the tech greats started coding during their teen years, Zuckerberg, Gates & Jobs ! Learn how to start writing Javascript and Python code, program with Scratch, an MIT developed program and Microsoft Kodu, an Xbox like development platform. Coding helps build critical thinking skills. Also covered will be computer maintenance and the basics of computer hardware and operating systems. Mon-Fri: 7/11-7/15 9am-12pm 384010-E R: $295 / NR: $315 Instructor: LAD Communications & Technology LLC Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-E1 7-9am $50 There is no PM Care for this camp.

Computer Technology for the Creative Teen 10-16 years Learn & Do PRODUCTIVE computer projects: PRODUCE a Podcast, shoot & EDIT video, CREATE your own flash website, MAKE your own 3D landscape, DESIGN your own T-shirt and hat, CREATE your own music beats & room design! Great entrepreneurial and creative fun to be had by all! You never know what career this might lead to; movie producer, writer, graphic/web designer, archi-tect or audio/video production or their own company! Mon-Fri: 7/11-7/15 1-4pm 384011-E R: $295 / NR: $315 Instructor: LAD Communications & Technology LLC Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS There is no Extended Care for this camp.

Battle Bots 8-12 years Digital Kidz energizes campers working individually or in teams to celebrate the sport of robotic combat through machine battling. Use the LEGO® EV3 Mindstorms to design, build and control robots while demonstrating creativity, programming, and engineering skills. Design a robot each day learning how to program new sensors and discovering new engineering design techniques including robot structure, weight, and gear ratios. Through challenges and competitions, campers explore the interrelationships between designing, building, and programming. Tue-Fri: 6/21-6/24 9am-3pm 384006-B R: $343 / NR: $363 *No camp on Monday, June 20.* Mon-Fri: 7/11-7/15 9am-3pm 384006-E R: $429 / NR: $449 Instructor: Digital Kidz Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-B1 7-9am $40 PM Care- 389999-B2 3-6pm $56 AM Care- 389999-E1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-E2 3-6pm $70

Programming, Robots, Games and More! 7-9 years Using visual drag-and-drop software, campers gain confidence and build a strong foundation of coding and robotics skills for their tech future. Turn everyday objects into computer controls to make musical water, play a banana piano and design a play-doh controller. Camps include team building, group programming games and recess activities to provide time for shared programming fun and a chance to get to know fellow campers. Tue-Fri: 7/5-7/8 9am-3pm 384097-D R: $343 / NR: $363 *No camp on Monday, July 4.* Mon-Fri: 7/18-7/22 9am-3pm 384097-F R: $429 / NR: $449 Instructor: Digital Kidz Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-D1 7-9am $40 PM Care- 389999-D2 3-6pm $56 AM Care- 389999-F1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-F2 3-6pm $70

Minecraft 101 6-11 years In Minecraft 101 we will be using a creative environment to create and build simple and complex buildings in the Minecraft world. Each child will be guided to build a new project each week where we use different types of blocks, windows, doors, walls, flooring, and more to build the project they were assigned. This program will help children to enhance their creativity, basic computer skills, and civil engineering ideas while having so much fun inside the Minecraft secured world. Tue-Fri: 6/21-6/24 9am-3pm 384053-B R: $240 / NR: $260 *No camp on Monday, June 20.* Instructor: Baroody Camps Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-B1 7-9am $40 PM Care- 389999-B2 3-6pm $56

Rising 7th-9th graders, be a CIT at this camp: 384999-B R: $140 / NR: $160 See page 25 for details

Minecraft Creative Adventures 6-11 years This program is great for children who have completed Minecraft 101, experienced players, or beginners alike! In Minecraft: Creative Adventures, children will challenge themselves through fulfilling tasks and pushing their building capabilities in the world of Minecraft. This program will help children to enhance their creativity, basic computer skills, and civil engineering ideas while having so much fun within the Minecraft secure world. Tue-Fri: 7/5/-7/8 9am-3pm 384056-D R: $240 / NR: $260 *No camp on Monday, July 4.* Instructor: Baroody Camps Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-D1 7-9am $40 PM Care- 389999-D2 3-6pm $56

Rising 7th-9th graders, be a CIT at this camp: 384999-D1 R: $140 / NR: $160 See page 25 for details


Learn to Code and Computer Technology for the Creative Teen campers must bring

their own laptop.

The Falls Church Recreation & Parks Department summer camp offerings operate as a program exempt from licensure with basic health and safety requirements but has no direct oversight by the VA Department of Education Children 6 & up are limited to five weeks of contracted camps (pages 5-25) per location. If you have questions, please contact the Recreation and Parks Department at 703-248-5027 or [email protected]




Coding and YouTube Combo 8-14 years Calling all future coders, programmers, & designers! Learn the basics of coding lan-guages like HTML, JavaScript, and CSS through a series of web projects and design challenges each day and be on your way to becoming the next tech star! Whether you want to be a Silicon Valley CEO or the high school student who just made $1 million dollars for programming in her bedroom, this course has the essentials you need to begin your journey. Find your voice and leave your mark on the world! Whether you are six or sixteen, it’s time to start a career as the next YouTube star. Explore the variety of content and personalities that exist on YouTube and how to find your own niche. Learn the Dos and Don’ts of the platform and how to practice good digital citi-zenship. Develop your on-camera presence, your own channel branding, and professional editing skills. Take home a plan for launching your own channel with the content created in class! Student projects will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Mon-Fri: 8/1-8/5 9am-3pm 384062-H R: $319/ NR: $339 Instructor: Black Rocket Productions Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-H1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-H2 3-6pm $70

Minecraft Masters 8-14 years Customize your own Minecraft world and mod the classic game in this one of a kind class. Learn scripting and logic statements as you create your first mods. Students will create a wide variety of new elements, gameplay mechanics, and world generating mods to change the way you play Minecraft. Take the next step beyond simply “playing” Minecraft and become a true Redstone engineer. Expand your Redstone knowledge by constructing your own carnival with a variety of mini-games, roller coasters, and attractions powered by Redstone. Learn how to use Command and Structure blocks to incorporate them into your builds. Activate your skills and take your Minecraft structures to the next level! Projects will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Mon-Fri: 6/27-7/1 9am-3pm 384060-C R: $319/ NR: $339 Instructor: Black Rocket Productions Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-C1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-C2, 3-6pm $70

ROBLOX Masters 8-14 years Discover the Lua language through a visual block coding system while designing worlds in ROBLOX®, an online universe where you can create anything you dream of. This new camp combines game design concepts, coding, and fun! Young entrepreneurs will also learn how to navigate ROBLOX’s fast-growing marketplace to publish their games. Unlock the power of ROBLOX® Studio, the world creation tool used by real-world ROBLOX® developers! Learn how to build 3D models and create an adventure in your ROBLOX® world. Bring characters to life with unique animations you design. Student-created projects will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Mon- Fri: 7/18-7/22 9am-3pm 384061-F R: $319/ NR: $339 Instructor: Black Rocket Productions Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-F1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-F2 3-6pm $70

Virtual Science 8-18 years This camp engagement will immerse participants in the sciences (such as life science, earth & space science, and physical sciences) using the zSpace® augmented/virtual reality (AR/VR) learning system and software applications. Sessions include hands on exploration and inquiry-based activities that facilitate "hands on and brains on" STEM learning. Participants will use AR/VR to explore, study, and learn subjects such as human anatomy, weather, and electricity and then will use what they learn to complete a project-based learning (PBL) activity as the culminating event. Mon-Fri: 8/15-8/19 9am-12pm 384032-J R: $300/ NR: $320 Instructor: Youth Technology Network Location: Community Center , Teen Center AM Care- 389999-J1 7-9am $50 There is no PM care for this camp.


Introduction to 3D Modeling and Printing 8-18 years This course provides an easy and early training ground to introduce participants to the world of 3D design and exploration using computer aided design (CAD) software and 3D printers. Participants will learn and use design thinking methods to create, customize, prepare, and print digital objects. The camp's learning objectives include CAD orientation, demonstration, and project creation and completion. All sessions include hands on exploration. As a culminating event participants will discuss and understand the academic pathway to become a computer aided drawing professional. Mon-Fri: 8/8-8/12 9am-12pm 384031-I R: $325/ NR: $345 Instructor: Youth Technology Network Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-I1 7-9am $50 There is no PM care for this camp.


Children 6 & up are limited to five weeks of contracted camps (pages 5-25) per location. If you have questions, please contact the Recreation and Parks Department at 703-248-5027 or [email protected] Fee Reduction Program

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Chemistry Creations 6-12 years Who didn't grow up absolutely LOVING chemistry and all that comes with it? During this program, children will complete science experiments while using them to really dive deep to get an understanding of how chemical reactions work. Materials are included in the price of the camp. Mon-Fri: 8/1-8/5 9am-3pm 384059-H R: $275 / NR: $295 Instructor: Baroody Camps Location: Classroom at Mer idian HS AM Care- 389999-H1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-H2 3-6pm $70 Rising 7th-9th graders, be a CIT at this camp: 384999-H R: $175 / NR: $195 See page 25 for details

Science Potions & Explosions 6-9 years Let's have fun with Chemistry! In this class, we will create magic potions and exciting chemical reactions that will blow your mind. Erupt a volcano, make indoor snow, step inside a giant bubble, grow a giant crystal, blast a rocket into the air, and more. We will learn about the states of matter and how things change with mixtures, solutions and chemical reactions. Join us to channel your inner Professor Snape! Materials are included in the price of the camp. Mon-Fri: 8/8-8/12 9am-3pm 384070-I R: $275 / NR: $295 Instructor: Baroody Camps Location: Classroom at Meridian HS AM Care- 389999-I1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-I2 3-6pm $70 Rising 7th-9th graders, be a CIT at this camp: 384999-I R: $175 / NR: $195 See page 25 for details

Spy Science! 6-12 years How do detectives and investigators use science to solve a mystery? We will spend this camp understanding forensic science and learning the tricks of the spy trade. We'll investigate fingerprints, spying techniques (surveillance), secret codes, invisible ink, evidence under a black light, and other sneaky science! Materials are included in the price of the camp. Tue-Fri: 7/5-7/8 9am-3pm 384055-D R: $220 / NR: $240 *No camp on Monday, July 4.* Instructor: Baroody Camps Location: Classroom at Meridian HS AM Care- 389999-D1 7-9am $40 PM Care- 389999-D2 3-6pm $56

Rising 7th-9th graders, be a CIT at this camp: 384999-D R: $140 / NR: $160 See page 25 for details

STEM Adventures 6-11 years Have you ever wondered what the STEM world has to offer? During our STEM Adventures camp, campers will be able to step into the world of science and dabble in the different avenues that this subject has to offer. We will build LEGO robots, venture into the Minecraft world, Scratch coding, and even game design with KODU. Campers will also participate in chemistry creating potions, experimenting with slime, and may even become a spy detective. There is so much to get wrapped up in that the possibilities are endless. We hope to see you in our future STEM Adventures camp with your thinking camp ready! Mon-Fri: 7/18-7/22 9am-3pm 384057-F R: $300 / NR: $320 Mon-Fri: 8/22-8/26 9am-3pm 384057-K R: $300 / NR: $320 Instructor: Baroody Camps Location: Week F-Classroom at Meridian HS Week K– Community Center, Teen Center AM Care- 389999-F1, K1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-F2, K2 3-6pm $70

Rising 7th-9th graders, be a CIT at this camp: 384999-F, K1 R: $175 / NR: $195







Adventure Fishing Camp 9-14 years Join Virginia Outside, an educational outdoor adventure camp, and get the opportunity to learn beginner and intermediate tactics for fishing in many different types of Virginia water like private ponds, local rivers and the Chesapeake Bay. We have access to some excellent private waters where campers are assured successful experience. Campers learn casting, knot tying, and fish species throughout the week. Campers may also earn their fishing merit badge through this program. Safety is our number one priority, so campers will wear lifejackets when in the water or on a boat. Virginia Outside provides all bait and tackle, rods and reels, lifejackets, and good times. No experience necessary. Tue-Fri: 6/21-6/24 8:30am-4:00pm 381931-B R: $476/ NR: $496 *No camp on Monday, June 20.* Tue-Fri: 7/5-7/8 8:30am-4:00pm 381931-D R: $476/ NR: $496 *No camp on Monday, July 4.* Mon-Fri: 8/15-8/19 8:30am-4:00pm 381931-I R: $595 / NR: $615 Instructor: Virginia Outside Location: Meet at the Front Porch of the Community Center . Camp visits different locations. AM Care- 389999-B1, D1, I1 7-9am $50 (Weeks B and D $40) PM Care- 389999-B1, D1, I1 7-9am $70 (Weeks B and D $56)

Mountain Biking 9-14 years Campers will develop beginner and intermediate mountain biking skills including steering, shifting, hill climbing and descending, log hopping, dodging obstacles, etiquette, maintenance, safety and more. Campers will ride in the morning, have a midday lunch/activity break, then get back on the bikes in the afternoon for more trail exploration! Campers are placed in groups of beginners, intermediate, and advanced to ensure they are riding with campers of the same ability level. Bikes and helmets are provided, but campers are encouraged to bring their own mountain bike. We find it very beneficial for campers to ride a bike they are already comfortable on! Campers should know how to ride a bike before signing up for this camp. Mon-Fri: 6/27-7/1 8:30am-4pm 381707-C R: $595 / NR: $615 Mon-Fri: 7/25-7/29 8:30am-4pm 381707-G R: $595/ NR: $615 Instructor: Virginia Outside Location: Meet at the Front Porch of the Community Center. Camp visits different locations. AM Care- 389999-C1, G1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-C2, G2 3-6pm $70

Contracted Camps - Biking, Nature & Fishing

Fish 'n Fun Camp 6-9 years This one-week fishing camp is designed to spark interest in fishing and teach basic fishing tactics, get campers outdoors and have fun through games, activities and on- the-water experience. We fish public lakes, ponds, and creeks in the area. Campers learn about casting, fish species, tackle and how to hold a fish before heading to the water in search of bluegill, bass, catfish, and anything else that will bite! Campers will play, explore and cool off from the hot summer sun with activities such as creek exploring, kickball or other outdoor games, popsicle breaks and more! Mon-Fri: 7/11-7/15 9am-3pm 381704-E R: $495 / NR: $515 Instructor: Virginia Outside Location: Meet at the Front Porch of the Community Center . Camp visits different locations. AM Care- 389999-E1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-E2, 3-6pm $70




Little Adventurers 7-9 years This week-long camp appeals to any kid that likes to be outdoors exploring nature and wild places. Each day we will enjoy a different activity which may include: fishing on a charter boat (optional), orienteering, hiking, creek exploration and more! We transport campers to rivers, ponds, and trails and provide all equipment. Campers have fun learning for themselves and will start to see a progression of outdoor skill development, building a base that your child will carry for life! Mon-Fri: 7/18-7/22 8:30am-4pm 381706-F R: $575 / NR: $595 Instructor: Virginia Outside Location: Meet at the Front Porch of the Community Center. Camp visits different locations. AM Care- 389999-F1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-F2 3-6pm $70

Outdoor Adventure 10-14 years This camp appeals to any kid that likes to be outdoors exploring nature and wild places. The name speaks for itself, as we spend an entire week exploring the outdoors. Each day we will enjoy a different activity. Possibilities include (but are not limited to): white water rafting at Harpers Ferry, orienteering, hiking, canoeing/kayaking, wade fishing on the river or canoeing on a private pond and much more! We transport campers to rivers, ponds and trails and provide all equipment. Campers need only bring their sense of adventure. We create a safe time for kids to be kids and enjoy time outside. Having fun, learning for themselves, starting to see a progression of skill development and building a base that your child will carry for life are just some of the things they will acquire in our wonderful outdoor playground. Mon-Fri: 8/1-8/5 8:30am-4pm 381708-H R: $575 / NR: $595 Instructor: Virginia Outside Location: Meet at the Front Porch of the Community Center. Camp visits different locations. AM Care- 389999-H1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-H2 3-6pm $70

Camp Olympia- Horseback Riding 8-15 years Camp Olympia offers a horseback riding camp for children ages 8 - 15. The activity hours at Camp Olympia are 9:30am - 3:30pm. All levels of experience are welcome. The campers will ride twice a day (4 times per week= 8 rides per week) and swim daily. Children ages 10 and up would have a variety of unmounted horse activities including leading horses, unsaddling, grooming, bathing horses, cleaning tack, plus general barn responsibilities. Camper ages 10 and above who wish to may participate in other camp activities for their age group in lieu of unmounted activities. Campers ages 8 and 9 years old will have unmounted activities on Thursday only but have the opportunity to participate in other camp activities such as swimming, tennis, soccer, basketball and other games. In addition to regular summer attire and sneakers each child will need to bring a bag lunch, bathing suit, towel, long pants, and a pair of smooth, hard soled shoes or riding boots for horseback riding. Riding helmets will be provided by the Camp or children may bring their own approved riding helmets. Transportation provided by Falls Church Recreation & Parks. A copy of your child’s immunization records are required to participate in this camp. Mon-Fri: 7/11-7/15 8am-5pm 383003-E R: $625/ NR: $645 Mon-Fri: 8/1-8/5 8am-5pm 383003-H R: $625 / NR: $645 Instructor: Camp Olympia Location: Camp depar ts from and returns to the Falls Church Community Center. The camp is held at 5511 Muncaster Mill Rd, Rockville, MD 20855. AM Care- 389999-E1, H1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-E2, H1 3-6pm $70

Contracted Camps - Horseback Riding & Adventure

Inner Quest Adventures 10-16 years Climb, Paddle, Soar! Join INNER QUEST for an exciting week of adventure. The INNER QUEST Adventure Camps are mobile camps for the new and experienced adventurer. Core activities may include Challenge Course/Adventure Park, Orienteering, Rock climbing/Rappelling, Canoeing, Urban Quest and other related outdoor skills. IQ camps focus on individualized instruction, skill development, teamwork and fun! Each camper will receive a t-shirt. Campers need to provide their own lunch and water bottles. Please note in addition to the processing fees for cancellation, there will be an additional fee of $75 for campers asking for refunds. Transportation provided by Falls Church Recreation & Parks. Mon-Fri: 8/8-8/12 9am-3pm 383105-I R: $635 / NR: $655 Mon-Fri: 8/15-8/19 9am-3pm 383105-J R: $635 / NR: $655 Instructor: Inner Quest Location: Camp depar ts and returns to the Falls Church Community Center. AM Care- 389999-I1, J1, 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-I2, J2, 3-6pm $70

The Falls Church Recreation & Parks Department summer camp offerings operate as a program exempt from licensure with basic health and safety requirements but has no direct oversight by the VA Department of Education Children 6 & up are limited to five weeks of contracted camps (pages 5-25) per location. If you have questions, please contact the Recreation and Parks Department at 703-248-5027 or [email protected]




Tennis I & II Fun & Fundamentals 7-10 years Through fun "games-based" activities and differentiated instruction, beginners (Tennis 1) and advanced beginners/rising intermediates (Tennis 2) learn & practice the fundamental strokes with emphasis on forehands, backhands, volleys, and developing the ability to rally. This camp is ideal for students who also participate in our Tennis 1 & 2 Fun and Fundamentals classes during the year. Mon-Fri: 6/27-7/1 9am-12pm 381902-C R: $375/ NR: $395 Mon-Fri: 7/11-7/15 9am-12pm 381902-E R: $375/ NR: $395 Mon-Fri: 7/25-7/29 9am-12pm 381902-G R: $375/ NR: $395 Mon-Fri: 8/8-8/12 9am-12pm 381902-I R: $375/ NR: $395 Mon-Fri: 8/22-8/26 9am-12pm 381902-K R: $375/ NR: $395 Instructor: FirstServe Tennis Location: Meridian High School Tennis Cour ts Week K– Community Center Tennis Courts AM Care- 389999-E1, G1, H1, I1, J1 7-9am $50 There is no PM care for this camp.

Tennis I & II Fun & Fundamentals 10-14 years Through fun "games-based" activities and differentiated instruction, beginners (Tennis 1) and advanced beginners/rising intermediates (Tennis 2) learn & practice the fundamental strokes with emphasis on forehands, backhands, volleys, and developing the ability to rally. Rising intermediates apply their tennis fundamentals to rallying and match play situations with emphasis on the serve, score-keeping, and tennis rules. This camp is ideal for students who also participate in our Tennis 1 & 2 Fun and Fundamentals classes during the year. Tue-Fri: 6/21-6/24* 9am-12pm 381902-B R: $300 / NR: $320 Mon-Fri: 7/18-7/22 9am-12pm 381902-F R: $375 / NR: $395 Mon-Fri: 8/1-8/5 9am-12pm 381902-H R: $375 / NR: $395 Mon-Fri: 8/15-8/19 9am-12pm 381902-J R: $375 / NR: $395 Instructor: FirstServe Tennis Location: Meridian High School Tennis Cour ts AM Care- 389999-B1, F1, H1, J1 7-9am $50 (Week B $45) There is no PM care for this camp. *There is no camp Monday, June 20.*

Junior Golf Camp 8-15 years The Every Body Golf School is pleased to offer fun, safe golf camps for juniors at the Oak Marr Golf Complex. Campers learn putting, chipping, full swing, rules, and etiquette from our certified instructors. There will be a session on the nine hole, par 3 golf course. Diplomas and gifts at camps end. Young golfers may bring their own clubs if they wish or loaner clubs are available. Campers should bring their own lunches. Transportation provided by Falls Church Recreation & Parks. Mon-Fri: 6/27-7/1 9am-3pm 381601-C R: $475 / NR: $495 Mon-Fri: 7/18-7/22 9am-3pm 381601-F R: $475 / NR: $495 Instructor: Every Body Golf School Location: Camp depar ts from and returns to the Falls Church Community Center. The camp is held at 3200 Jermantown Rd, Vienna, VA 22124. AM Care- 389999-C1, F1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-C2, F2 3-6pm $70

Contracted Camps - Tennis & Golf

Diversify your camp day! Pair a morning tennis camp with an afternoon art camp offered by Abrakadoodle Art (page 8). Art camps run from 12pm - 3pm at the same location. Staff will transition students between camps. Available weeks B,C, E, G, and I. *Separate registration required.*



Battle Camp @ NOVA Fencing Club 6-14 years Spin a lightsaber, wield a sword, and shoot a bow and arrow at our amazing summer camps! We teach two great Olympic sports at one fun camp. Split your time between Archery, Fencing and traditional camp fun and games. Learn Archery from our great instructors using the USA Archery, Explore Archery program. Our experienced fencing coaches will teach core foundational skills like advance, retreat, thrust and lunge as you learn to fence. At the end of the week, we wrap up with a fencing and archery Robin Hood Team Tournament, using electric fencing equipment. The experience isn't complete until you learn to spin a lightsaber. No experience needed and all equipment is provided. The NOVA Fencing and Archery Club is a 20,000 square foot fencing gym and indoor archery range located in Falls Church near the border of Arlington and West Alexandria Mon-Fri: 6/13-6/17 9am-3pm 381700-A R: $430 / NR: $450 Mon-Fri: 7/11-7/15 9am-3pm 381700-E R: $430 / NR: $450 Mon-Fri: 7/25-7/29 9am-3pm 381700-G R: $430 / NR: $450 Mon-Fri: 8/15-8/19 9am-3pm 381700-J R: $430 / NR: $450 Instructor: NOVA Fencing Club Location: NOVA Fencing and Archery Club- 3501 Carlin Springs Road, Falls Church, VA 22041 Transportation is not provided. There is no extended care for this camp.

MiKiDo Future Champions Martial Arts Camp 6-13 years A camp that emphasizes fun & safety, while also incorporating the skills developed with martial arts: Fitness, Discipline, Confidence, Body Control, Conflict Resolution, Goal Setting, and Teamwork. Learn basic martial arts techniques, practicing them safely on targets and using fun drills. Part of being comfortable in your body as you age/develop is being able to understand how it works. How you can move it, protect it, and make it stronger. Helping to build good habits is something we pride ourselves on at MiKiDo. Maintaining a strong physical self while also having the mental focus & strength to help one overcome obstacles. NOTE: Weeks C and H are held at the MiKiDo Martial Arts Facility (3443 Carlin Springs Road Bailey's Crossroads VA, 22041). Transportation is not provided for this camp. Instructor: MiKiDo Camps at Falls Church Community Center: Mon-Fri: 6/13-6/17 9am-3pm 381407-A R: $315/ NR: $335 Mon-Fri: 7/18-7/22 9am-3pm 381407-F R: $315/ NR: $335 Camps at MiKiDo Martial Arts Studio: Mon-Fri: 6/27-7/1 9am-3pm 381407-C R: $315/ NR: $335 Mon-Fri: 8/1-8/5 9am-3pm 381407-H R: $315/ NR: $335 Location: MiKiDo Mar tial Ar ts Studio 3443 Carlin Springs Road Bailey's Crossroads VA, 22041 AM Care- 389999-A1, F1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-A2, F2 3-6pm $70 There is no Extended Care for weeks C and H.

Contracted Camps - Olympic Sports

Mustang Wrestling Camp 6-18 years Presented by the Mustang High School Wrestling team coaches and players. Camp activities will include technique sessions, physical fitness and stamina sessions, sparring sessions, flexibility sessions, and live wrestling. Camp technicians may include the Naval Academy coaching staff. Full day campers need to bring a lunch. Instructor: Mustang Spor ts Location: Meridian HS Wrestling Room & Aux. Gym Full Day Tue-Thu: 6/21-6/23 9am-4pm 381005-B R: $350/ NR: $370 Morning Session Tue-Thu: 6/21-6/23 9am-12pm 381005-B1 R: $200/ NR: $220 Afternoon Session Tue-Thu: 6/21-6/23 1pm-4pm 381005-B2 R: $200/ NR: $220 AM Care- 389999-B1 7-9am $50 There is no PM Care for this camp. AM Care available only for full day and morning sessions.




All American Sports Camp 6-12 years This is the ultimate sports camp and is ideal for all children who want to have fun and play while being exposed to a variety of sports. Campers will participate in basketball, soccer, flag football, whiffleball, and volleyball in addition to many other sports related activities. Each camper will be grouped according to age or ability to ensure maximum learning and skill development while having FUN. Senior staff are current/former teachers, many with years of experience. Staff to camper ratio 10:1. Mon-Fri: 6/27-7/1 9am-3pm 381401-C R: $195 / NR: $215 Mon-Fri: 7/18-7/22 9am-3pm 381401-F R: $195 / NR: $215 Mon-Fri: 7/25-7/29 9am-3pm 381401-G R: $195 / NR: $215 Mon-Fri: 8/15-8/19 9am-3pm 381401-J R: $195 / NR: $215 Instructor: Spor tz Campz 4 Kidz Location: Meridian HS Aux. Gym AM Care-389999-C1, F1,G1, J1 7-9am $50 PM Care-389999-C2, F2, G2, J2 3-6pm $70

Hi-Five Sports Camp 6-12 years Hi-Five Sports Clubs brings an exciting 30-year tradition to the City of Falls Church. With different team options (Flag football, soccer, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, hockey, volleyball, and more) for the participants to choose from during the day, our campers never get bored. Our experienced and passionate coaching staff will divide campers into balanced teams to learn about and compete in a wide variety of team sports in an all-day multi-sports camp. Our vision is to help the next generation develop a passion for sports- one camp, coach, and one child at a time. The Hi-Five Sports Camp experience will be remembered for the high energy-level of our coaches and the positive impact made on the lives of our campers to have a fun time. Tue-Fri: 6/21-6/24 9am-3pm 381409-B R: $180 / NR: $200 *There is no camp Monday, June 20.* Mon-Fri: 8/1-8/5 9am-3pm 381409-H R: $225 / NR: $245 Mon-Fri: 8/8-8/12 9am-3pm 381409-I R: $225 / NR: $245 Instructor: Recreation and Leisure Solutions Location: Week B– Gym at MEH, Week H– Practice Field, Meridian HS, Week I– Meridian HS– Aux Gym AM Care- 389999-B1, H1, I1 7-9am $50 (Week B $40) PM Care- 389999-B2, H2, I2 3-6pm $70 (Week B $56)

Camp Olympia- Sports 8-15 years Camp Olympia offers a general sports program for children ages 8 - 15. The activity hours at Camp Olympia are 9:30am - 3:30pm. There are five activity hours during the day and the schedule varies from day to day. Each camper will swim twice a day (one instructional swim and one free swim) and horseback ride four times per week. This leaves two activity hours each day for team sports or instructional sports. The activities offered include soccer, basketball, volleyball, kickball, ball skills, gymnastics, tennis, track and field and games. In addition to regular summer attire and sneakers each child will need to bring a bag lunch, bathing suit, towel, long pants, and a pair of smooth, hard soled shoes or riding boots for horseback riding. Riding helmets will be provided by the Camp or children may bring their own approved riding helmets. Transportation provided by Falls Church Recreation & Parks. A copy of your child’s immunization records are required to participate in this camp. Mon-Fri: 7/11-7/15 8am-5pm 383004-E R: $530 / NR: $550 Mon-Fri: 8/1-8/5 8am-5pm 383004-H R: $530 / NR: $550 Instructor: Camp Olympia Location: Camp depar ts from and returns to the Falls Church Community Center. The camp is held at 5511 Muncaster Mill Rd, Rockville, MD 20855. AM Care- 389999-E1, H1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-E2, H2 3-6pm $70

Contracted Camps - Sport Camps

Baroody Sports Camp 6-12 years In this camp, we will play some of the best sports and PE games ever invented. We will choose from knockout, extreme kickball, handball, capture the flag, modified dodgeball, ultimate Frisbee, floor hockey, soccer, and more. All games are modified to encourage distancing. We will also take suggestions from campers to make sure the fun never ends! During camp each day, our goal is to motivate each player to compete with high effort and a positive attitude towards self and others. We hope you can join us! Mon-Fri: 6/13-6/17 9am-3pm 381404-A R: $250 / NR: $270 Tue-Fri: 7/5-7/8 9am-3pm 381404-D R: $200/ NR: $220 *There is no camp Monday, July 4.* Mon-Fri: 8/22-8/26 9am-3pm 381404-K R: $250 / NR: $270 Instructor: Baroody Camps Location: W eeks A & K - Community Cen-ter Gym; Week D: Meridian HS Aux Gym AM Care- 389999-A1, K1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-A2, K2 3-6pm $70 AM Care- 389999-D1 7-9am $40 PM Care- 389999-D2 3-6pm $56 Rising 7th-9th graders, be a CIT: 384999-A, K R: $175 / NR: $195 384999-D2 R: $140 / NR: $160 See page 25 for details



Mustang Baseball 9-12 years Mustang Baseball Camp, run by the baseball coaching staff at Meridian High School, provides valuable instruction for players of all abilities. With a focus on fundamental drills and skill building, the goal is to improve each participant’s performance within a fun environment. Tue-Fri: 6/21-6/24 9am-3pm 381001-B R: $250 / NR: $270 *There is no camp on Monday, June 20.* Instructor: Mustang Spor ts Location: Meridian HS Baseball Field AM Care- 389999-B1 7-9am $40 PM Care- 389999-B2 3-6pm $56

Advanced Athletics and Sports 10-18 years In this camp you will be instructed and tested in the following areas: Strength, Mobility, Agility, Speed, Power, Nutrition, and Recovery. This camp is for athletes who have a base level of conditioning, and more importantly, want to test their limits with other athletes in a cross-sport environment. Mon-Fri: 7/11-7/15 9am-3pm 381217-E R: $200 / NR: $220 Mon-Fri: 8/1-8/5 9am-3pm 381217-H R: $200 / NR: $220 Instructor: Play Up Spor ts Location: Meridian HS Aux Gym AM Care- 389999-E1, H1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-E2, G2 3-6pm $70

Mustang Boys Lacrosse Camp 8-12 years Presented by the boys’ lacrosse coaching staff at Meridian High School, this camp will consist of technique and positional instruction, mini-games, competitions, film review, and full scrimmages. Mon-Fri: 7/11-7/15 9am-3pm 381004-E R: $250 / NR: $270 Instructor: Mustang Spor ts Location: Meridian HS Stadium Field AM Care- 389999-E1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-E2 3-6pm $70

Play Up Lacrosse 8-15 years This camp will offer girls and boys the opportunity to learn and improve their lacrosse skills. From beginners to intermediate players, our camp will give your athlete great exposure to the game and a definite competitive advantage. Whether you are just looking to learn or whether you need a tune up for tryouts, this camp delivers. Current, college-level lacrosse players deliver our content lessons. Campers will need to provide their own stick. Mon-Fri: 6/27-7/1 9am-3pm 381214-C R: $175 / NR: $195 Mon-Fri: 7/25-7/29 9am-3pm 381214-G R: $175 / NR: $195 Instructor: Play Up Spor ts Location: GMHS Stadium Field AM Care- 389999-C1, G1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-C2, G2 3-6pm $70

Youth Football Camp 6-12 years Youth Football Camp is a non-contact football camp designed to improve a child's beginning, intermediate or advanced skill level. The fundamentals of all positions will be taught in addition to life skills such as teamwork and sportsmanship. Skills, lead up activities, and flag football games all take place at the camp. Camp will be held both outdoors and indoors. Tue-Fri: 6/21-6/24 9am-3pm 381006-B R: $156 / NR: $176 *There is no camp Monday, June 20.* Tue-Fri: 7/5-7/8 9am-3pm 381006-D R: $156 / NR: $176 *There is no camp on Monday, July 4.* Mon-Fri: 7/18-7/22 9am-3pm 381006-F R: $195 / NR: $215 Instructor: Spor tz Campz 4 Kidz Location: Meridian HS Stadium Field AM Care- 389999-B1, D1 7-9am $40 PM Care- 389999-B2, D2 3-6pm $56 AM Care- 389999-F1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-F2 3-6pm $70 Mustang Girls Lacrosse Camp 8-13 years Presented by the girls lacrosse coaching staff at Meridian High School, this camp will focus on teaching all areas of girls lacrosse - stickwork, shooting, dodging, defense, attack, draws, and midfield. Mix in some fun camp games along with Tie Dyeing. Tue-Fri: 6/21-6/24 9am-3pm 381002-B R: $250 / NR: $270 *There is no camp Monday, June 20.* Instructor: Mustang Spor ts Location: Meridian HS Practice Field AM Care- 389999-B1 7-9am $40 PM Care- 389999-B2 3-6pm $56

Contracted Camps - Sports




Floor Hockey Camp 6-12 years Floor hockey is an action packed game where players move constantly. Kids will learn the basics of hockey in a safe, age appropriate environment and will learn to compete as a team with high effort and sportsmanship in each session. Each day will end with full games, but will begin with lead-up games and skill building to help them to hone skills that translate across all sports. This is a great game that can be played while distancing! Mon-Fri: 8/15-8/19 9am-12pm 381206-J R: $150 / NR: $170 Instructor: Baroody Camps Location: Community Center Gym AM Care- 389999- J1 7-9am $50 There is no PM Extended Care for this camp. Rising 7th-9th graders, be a CIT: 384999-J R: $175 / NR: $195 See page 25 for details

Pickleball Camp 7-12 years Pickleball is a fun, fast-paced paddle sport that combines tennis, table tennis, and badminton. Kids will learn the rules, the basics, and will practice their skills through games. Children will work together as a team while competing in fun, lightly competitive tournament style matches. This is a great game that can be played while distancing! Mon-Fri: 8/15-8/19 12pm-3pm 381208-J R: $150 / NR: $170 Instructor: Baroody Camps Location: Community Center Gym PM Care- 389999- J2 3-6pm $70 There is no AM Extended Care for this camp. Rising 7th-9th graders, be a CIT: 384999-J1 R: $175 / NR: $195 See page 25 for details

Love the Ball Soccer Camp 3-14 years Love the Ball soccer camps main goal is for children to have a memorable positive experience using soccer as a medium to achieve happiness, enjoyment and self-confidence. Most of the drills will focus on dribbling and children are encouraged to bring things or wear clothing that symbolizes a country. Players will be spending a lot of time together and friendliness and teamwork will be a theme weaved throughout each day's lessons. Half Day – Ages 3-14 Mon-Fri: 6/27-7/1 9am-12pm 381307-C R: $199 / NR: $219 Mon-Fri: 7/25-7/29 9am-12pm 381307-G R: $199 / NR: $219 Mon-Fri: 8/15-8/19 9am-12pm 381307-J R: $199 / NR: $219 Full Day – Ages 5-14 Mon-Fri: 6/27-7/1 9am-3pm 381307-C1 R: $279 / NR: $299 Mon-Fri: 7/25-7/29 9am-3pm 381307-G1 R: $279 / NR: $299 Mon-Fri: 8/15-8/19 9am-3pm 381307-J1 R: $279 / NR: $299 Instructor: Love the Ball Location: Meridian HS Stadium Field AM Care- 389999-C1, G1, J1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-C2, G2, J2 3-6pm $70 PM Care is not available for half-day campers. Extended care is only available for campers ages 6 & older.

Mustang Soccer Camp 8-13 years Co-ed soccer camp run by the coaches and players of the 11-time state champion Meridian High School boys’ soccer program. Campers will experience the championship caliber drills and teaching in an age appropriate setting. Mon-Fri: 7/18-7/22 9am-3pm 381310-F R: $300 / NR: $320 Mon-Fri: 8/8-8/12 9am-3pm 381310-I R: $300 / NR: $320 Instructor: Mustang Spor ts Location: Week F- Meridian HS Practice Field, Week J– Meridian HS Stadium Field AM Care- 389999-F1, I1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-F2, I2 3-6pm $70

Contracted Camps - Sports and Soccer






Giant Basketball Academy 6-13 years Former Washington Wizards player Gheorghe Muresan will be bringing back his basketball camp to Falls Church this summer! The focus of the camp will be to teach the fundamentals of basketball while in a fun environment. Camp will start with a warm up of plyometrics and ball handling. Campers will then go into stations where each coach will focus on a different skill. There will be 5v5 games and individual competitions every day. We look forward to a fun time at basketball camp with everyone! Coed Mon-Fri: 6/27-7/1 9am-3pm 381207-C R: $295 / NR: $315 Mon-Fri: 8/8-8/12 9am-3pm 381207-I R: $295 / NR: $315 Boys Mon-Fri: 7/11-7/15 9am-3pm 381207-E R: $295 / NR: $315 Instructor: Giant Basketball Location: MEH Gym AM Care- 389999-C1, F1, I1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-C2, F2, I2 3-6pm $70

Baroody Basketball Camp 6-12 years We are excited to bring back the love of the game for the kids this summer. This camp is designed to help players improve their shooting, ball handling, defense and rebounding while having fun in a non-threatening yet competitive environment. Campers will work together and compete while they have fun playing basketball related games like Knockout, Dribble War and Sharks and Minnows. We will emphasize 3 on 3 play and kids will also play age appropriate full court games. Games can be modified to encourage distance. Tue-Fri: 6/21-6/24 9am-3pm 381205-B R: $200 / NR: $220 *No camp on Monday, June 20.* Mon-Fri: 7/18-7/22 9am-3pm 381205-F R: $250 / NR: $270 Mon-Fri: 8/1-8/5 9am-3pm 381205-H R: $250 / NR: $270 Mon-Fri: 8/15-8/19 9am-3pm 381205-J R: $250 / NR: $270 Instructor: Baroody Camps Location: Meridian HS Main Gym AM Care- 389999-B1 7-9am $40 PM Care- 389999-B2 3-6pm $56 AM Care- 389999-F1, H1, J1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-F2, H2, J2 3-6pm $70 Rising 7th-9th graders, be a CIT at this camp: 384999-B2 R: $140 / NR: $160 384999-F1, H1, J2 R: $175 / NR: $195 See below for details

Mustang Girls Basketball 6-14 years Basketball skills camp offered by the Meridian High School girls basketball coaching staff for rising 1st - 8th grade athletes. Camp will feature basketball stations, games, trivia, and competitions. Mon-Fri: 6/27-7/1 9am-3pm 381203-C R: $250 / NR: $270 Instructor: Mustang Spor ts Location: Meridian HS Main Gym AM Care- 389999-C1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-C2 3-6pm $70

Mustang Boys Basketball 7-15 years Boys’ basketball camp offered by the Meridian High School boys basketball coaching staff. Camp will feature daily stations, skill competitions, guest speakers, and game competition. Mon-Fri: 7/11-7/15 9am-3pm 381204-E R: $250 / NR: $270 Instructor: Mustang Spor ts Location: Meridian HS Main Gym AM Care- 389999-E1 7-9am $50 PM Care- 389999-E2 3-6pm $70

Contracted Camps - Sports

Baroody Counselor in Training Rising 7th-9th graders Our Counselor in Training program is perfect for kids who have outgrown some of our summer camps, but still want to be a part of the fun! Rising 7th-9th graders will be paired with a counselor and learn what it takes to make our camps run, while still getting to participate in the camp activities. CIT positions available for the following camps: Sports, Basketball, Dance, Minecraft, Writing, LEGO, Science, Cooking, Chemistry, Floor Hockey, and Pickleball! Registration information and pricing listed with applicable camps. Fee Reduction Program

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Part-Time Summer Seasonal Positions

Falls Church Recreation & Parks hires individuals for a variety of roles within our summer programs. For a listing of available positions along with qualifications and requirements, please visit the Employment page at www.fallschurchva.gov/hr To Apply: Send a completed City application or resume with a copy of your driving record obtained from the Department of Motor Vehicles, First Aid and CPR certifications to City of Falls Church, Human Resources Division, 300 Park Avenue, Falls Church, VA 22046. You can also email this information to [email protected]. Reasonable Accommodation: During the selection process, applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation with the mutual agreement of the hiring authority and the Human Resources Division. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be directed to the Human Resources Division. The City of Falls Church does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, or disability.

Counselor in Training (CIT)

Program with Summer Fun

For more information contact call 703.248.5027 or email [email protected]

Staff and CIT’s

Apply to be a Counselor in Training (CIT) no later than March 31, 2022. CITs are assigned to our Summer Fun Playground Program and assist camp staff with facilitating games and activities. CITs build relationships with campers and serve as a role model. Being a CIT helps develop leadership skills, communications skills, interpersonal skills, teamwork and much more. Applications are due March 31, 2022. Interviews will be held in April and acceptance notifications are sent out by May 2. Apply online at: www.fallschurchva.gov/camps

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Falls Church Recreation & Parks Department Parks and Facilities

ENJOY CITY RECREATION SPACES!

Community Center The Community Center is located adjacent to Cherry Hill Park and in the heart of the City. It is the perfect place to play basketball, table tennis, pool, airhockey, and foosball; or to walk, take a class, or just enjoy time with family, friends, and neighbors. It is home to the Senior Center and Teen Center. The Community Center boasts a full-size gymnasium with a six-hoop basketball court. The Center also has several multipurpose rooms the public can reserve for receptions, meetings, parties, and classes. Call 703-248-5027 to inquire about availability, fees and application.

Picnic Shelters Five of the City’s parks (Berman, Big Chimneys, Cherry Hill, Madison, and Roberts Parks) have picnic shelters that are available for rent. Perfect for family gatherings, birthday parties, and group/company picnics. Call 703-248-5027 for availability, fees and application. If a shelter is not reserved it can be used on a first-come first-served basis.

Tennis Courts Courts in the following locations can be reserved by City Residents: Cavalier Trail Park (2 Courts), Cherry Street Park (2 Courts) and Cherry Hill Park, (2 Courts). Call 703-248-5027 to or visit www.fallschurchva.gov /register to make reservations up to one day in advance. Courts are reserved 1 hour/singles and 1.5 hours/doubles.

Fields Stay active and apply for a permit to use the Larry Graves Soccer Field. The field is available for rent based on availability. Call 703-248-5027 for availability, fees and application.

Weddings & Receptions The Cherry Hill Farmhouse and grounds can be rented for special occasions. The house and sur-rounding park provide a lovely setting for wedding receptions and small parties. For information call the Cherry Hill Farmhouse at 703-248-5171 or visit fallschurchva.gov/ CherryHillFarmhouse

Birthday Party Packages Celebrate your child’s next birthday at the Falls Church Community Center. Choose the Party in the Gym Package for 1 hour in the gym with our tot-time or various sports equipment and 3 hours in a party room. Enjoy the Teen Center Party Pack-age with the pool, air hockey, ping pong, and foosball tables. Call 703-248-5027 for availability.

BERMAN PARK

Bike and hike trail

Picnic shelter

Picnic tables and grill

Play equipment

BIG CHIMNEYS PARK

Park benches

Picnic Shelter

Picnic tables and grill

Play equipment

CAVALIER TRAIL PARK

Basketball court (lighted)

Bike and hike trail

Park benches

Picnic table and grill

Slide and Swings

Tennis courts (2 - lighted)

CHERRY HILL PARK

Basketball court (lighted)

City kiosk

Horseshoe court

Park benches

Picnic shelter

Picnic tables and grills

Play equipment

Volleyball court

Water fountain

Tennis courts (2 - lighted)

ISAAC CROSSMAN PARK

Park benches


Slide and Swings

DONALD S. FRADY PARK Horseshoe court

Game table

Gazebo

Mini-amphitheater


Play equipment

Water fountain

FORT TAYLOR PARK Historic Trail marker Park bench HOWARD E HERMAN STREAM VALEY PARK Pathway Stream LARRY GRAVES PARK (Joint Park with Fairfax County) Rectangular athletic field Softball fields Bleachers LINCOLN PARK Basketball court Park benches Picnic table and grill Play equipment

MADISON PARK Basketball court Park benches Picnic shelter Picnic tables Play equipment Rectangular athletic field Water fountain MR BROWN’S PARK Tables and Chairs Stage ROBERTS PARK Basketball court Park benches Picnic shelter Picnic tables and grills Play equipment Water fountain WEST END PARK Park benches Picnic tables and grills Play equipment Skateboard and BMX features

CITY PARK AMENITIES


223 Little Falls St. Falls Church, VA 22046

PRESORTED First Class Mail

U.S. Postage

PAID Permit No. 682 Merifield, VA

Department website: www.FallsChurchVA.gov/Recreation

Register online: www.FallsChurchVA.gov/Register

The City of Falls Church is committed to the letter and spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

To request a reasonable accommodation for any type of disability call 703-248-5027 (TTY 711)

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Summer Camps - Falls Church, VA