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Miami Summer Camps

Summer Camp and Childrens Programs in Miami

By Renee Chapple, About.com

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If you haven't yet started thinking about a Miami summer camp for your school-aged children, now is the time to start. There are many programs at parks, museums, colleges and attractions like the zoo. Miami's summer camps cover a wide range of interests, so there's sure to be something for your little Einstein, Mozart, Michelangelo or Goodall!

Miami Science Museum Summer Camp
Age range: 3-14
Cost: $90-$210/week
Location: Miami Science Museum, 3280 South Miami Avenue
Description: Educational camps for kids covering exciting topics, including plants & animals, shape identification, cultures, chemistry, astronomy and more!

Miami Dade Parks Summer Camp
Age range: 6-14
Cost: Various
Location: Various
Description: Miami Dade Parks & Recreation offers a wide range of outdoor camps to kids at park locations throughout the county. Camps include programs for general activities, swimming, sports, environmental and children with disabilities.

Fit Kids
Age range: 6-14
Cost: $95-$115/week
Location: 9395 SW Bird Road
Description: Weight management camp for children and teenagers.

Camp Gulliver
Age range: 3-13
Cost: $100-$500/week
Location: Various locations in southern Miami-Dade County
Description: Long-standing summer program put on by Gulliver Schools featuring swimming, tennis, gymnastics and sports.

BUCKids Summer Camp
Age range: 5-13
Cost: $125-$180/week
Location: Barry University
Description: Barry University's summer camp includes structured physical activities, arts & crafts, computer time, dance, instructional and recreational swim time, and special field trips.

University of Miami Summer Programs
Age range: 4-18
Cost: Varies
Location: University of Miami, Coral Gables
Description: The University of Miami offers a wide range of summer programs including reading programs for grade-school children and a variety of enrichment programs for high school students.

MOCA Summer Camp
Age range: 6-12
Cost: $130-$150/week
Location: Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami
Description: MOCA's summer camp program offers students the chance to develop artistic skills in drawing, plainting and sculpture.

Miami Children's Museum Summer Camp
Age range: 3-10
Cost: $195-$220/week
Location: Miami Children's Museum
Description: Campers ages 4 – 10 will enjoy a fun-filled learning experience as they explore the Museum from top to bottom, while developing new interests, and making new friends.

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