Idol Academy: K-Pop Camp
Jun
22
to Jun 26

Idol Academy: K-Pop Camp

Immerse your child in the world of global entertainment at Four Points Youth Camp’s "Idol Academy," a week-long "Trainee" curriculum designed to balance hard science with creative arts and performance skills. This holistic program guides campers through the technical and artistic journey of a pop star, combining STEM activities—such as engineering truss stages, exploring the physics of sound through microphone construction, and building circuit-powered lighting rigs—with creative branding projects like "Mini Album" design and "Light Stick" fabrication. Alongside these technical skills, students develop stage presence and discipline through theater workshops focusing on breath control, articulation, and memory challenges like the "Random Play Dance," culminating in a celebratory "Debut Showcase" performance blitz for family and friends on Friday afternoon.

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Local Treasures
Jun
29
to Jul 3

Local Treasures

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Four Points Youth Camp offers an immersive, place-based curriculum that transforms the Santa Cruz Central Coast into a living classroom. By integrating local history and ecology into every activity, we foster a deep connection to the region's unique environment without relying on rigid group structures. Our dynamic weekly schedule balances high-energy field games and theater with hands-on STEM and art projects, exploring diverse themes ranging from the physics of the Santa Cruz Boardwalk to the biology of tide pools and monarch migration. Designed to cultivate environmental stewardship and social-emotional growth, our program ensures that every camper engages with their world through scientific inquiry, creative expression, and collaborative play.

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Renaissance Faire
Jul
27
to Jul 31

Renaissance Faire

Hear ye, hear ye! Step back in time at Four Points Youth Camp during our immersive "Renaissance Realm" week, where campers join specific Guilds—ranging from "The Pages" to "The Guild Masters"—to prepare for a Grand Faire. Our curriculum bridges history and STEM, allowing young artisans to engineer self-supporting Da Vinci bridges and construct marshmallow-launching catapults in the "Siege Workshop". Creativity flourishes as campers design personal heraldry shields, sculpt dragon eggs, and experiment with "alchemical" potions and fresco painting. The week is filled with action, featuring safe pool noodle jousting, Shakespearean insult battles, and "Capture the Crown" field games. The adventure culminates in a Friday Festival, complete with a "Knighting Ceremony" and a showcase of the week's masterpieces for families to enjoy

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Tech Innovators
Aug
3
to Aug 7

Tech Innovators


At Four Points Youth Camp, our "Tech Innovators" Academy offers an immersive week where campers, known as "Beta Testers," explore the cutting edge of digital and physical engineering. Divided into age-appropriate units—ranging from the tactile-focused Sprites to the system-designing Architects—students progress through a curriculum that balances hands-on creativity with computational thinking. Throughout the week, participants master the "Language of Machines" through binary art and literal logic puzzles, dive into robotics by programming Dash robots to navigate complex environments, and experiment with the future of AI prompt engineering. From constructing "Bot-Helmets" and "Digital Spectacles" in the Art Studio to engaging in high-energy "Server Defense" field games, every activity is designed to build resilience and problem-solving skills. The week concludes with a celebratory Innovation Showcase, where families are invited to witness a "Parade of Robots" and see our graduates level up to Tech Innovator Version 2.0.

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Friends at Four Points
Jul
28
to Aug 1

Friends at Four Points

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Welcome to Friends at Four Points Camp, where adventure awaits in every direction! Throughout this fun-filled week, campers will celebrate friendship and build community through swimming, imaginative arts and crafts, creative drama activities, and exciting camp games. Join us as we explore what makes Four Points special while creating lasting friendships and unforgettable summer memories!

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Superhero Week
Jul
21
to Jul 25

Superhero Week

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Calling all superheroes in training! Power up your summer at our action-packed Superhero Week, where every camper discovers their own special abilities. Young heroes will develop their superpowers through exciting STEM challenges, create their superhero gear in arts and crafts, and bring epic adventures to life in drama activities. They'll make a splash during swimming time and test their powers during high-energy camp games. Join our league of extraordinary campers for a week of heroic fun and adventure!

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Hollywood Week
Jul
7
to Jul 11

Hollywood Week

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Lights, camera, action! Join us for Hollywood Week where every camper is a star! Young performers will shine through drama activities, make movie magic in arts and crafts, and enjoy swimming and high-energy camp games worthy of the big screen. This star-studded week lets campers experience the glitz and glamour of Hollywood while making blockbuster memories with their fellow cast members!

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Down on the Farm
Jun
30
to Jul 3

Down on the Farm

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Join us for Down on the Farm for a week filled with barnyard fun! Campers will dive into farm-themed swimming activities, create rustic arts and crafts, and act out favorite farm stories in drama. They'll enjoy classic camp games with an agricultural twist as they learn about farm life while making summer memories with new friends!

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Blast Off Into Summer
Jun
23
to Jun 27

Blast Off Into Summer

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Blast off into summer at the perfect launch pad for camp fun! Start your summer adventure with an exciting space-themed week where campers will explore the cosmos through swimming, creative arts and crafts, out-of-this-world drama activities, and high-energy camp games. This stellar week sets the perfect trajectory for an unforgettable summer as campers make new friends and create amazing memories among the stars!

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Wild West
Aug
5
to Aug 9

Wild West

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Immerse yourself in the rugged charm of the Wild West at our summer camp! Campers will relive the excitement of frontier life through activities such as learning to lasso, mastering the art of gold panning, building rustic shelters, and engaging in western-themed crafts. Our campers will also enjoy campfire tales, square dancing, and exploring the lore and legends of the Old West. Join us for an unforgettable adventure where the spirit of the Wild West comes to life!

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Rainforest Week
Jul
29
to Aug 2

Rainforest Week

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Welcome to our Rainforest Expedition session! Join us as we delve into the captivating realm of the rainforest at our summer camp. Campers will explore diverse ecosystems, learn about unique plants, engage in canopy explorations, and participate in hands-on crafts inspired by the vibrant flora and fauna. Through nature walks, educational games, and creative crafting, discover the wonders of the rainforest and its vital role in our world!

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Under the Sea
Jul
22
to Jul 26

Under the Sea

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Dive into the magic of the ocean with our ‘Under the Sea’ themed summer camp session! Explore the wonders of marine life through an exciting blend of activities. Campers will engage in STEM experiments to understand the ocean’s science, create captivating sea-themed crafts using shells, seaglass, and recycled materials, participate in theater workshops to bring underwater tales to life, and enjoy a variety of games inspired by the ocean’s mysteries. Get ready for an immersive journey beneath the waves where creativity, learning, and fun collide!

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Camp Olympics
Jul
15
to Jul 19

Camp Olympics

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Welcome to "Camp Olympics" – a week of thrilling team competitions, theater, and arts and crafts! Campers will form teams and dive into a variety of exciting challenges, from relay races to brain-teasing puzzles. Alongside the action-packed competitions, they'll explore their creative side in theater sessions and arts and crafts activities. It's a perfect blend of teamwork, friendly rivalry, and artistic expression – a week at "Camp Olympics" promises lasting memories and endless fun for every camper!

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The Great Outdoors
Jul
8
to Jul 12

The Great Outdoors

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Welcome to "The Great Outdoors" camp session! Immerse yourself in nature with STEM adventures, nature-inspired art, outdoor-themed theater, and classic camp games. It's a short but unforgettable journey where the magic of camping meets the joy of learning and play. Join us for a wild and wonderful experience!

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Dancing Through The Summer
Jul
1
to Jul 3

Dancing Through The Summer

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Embark on a dance-filled holiday adventure at our 3-day camp session, "Dancing Through the Summer"! Campers will explore robot dances in STEM and groove to different styles in dance classes within art and theater. It's a short, energetic burst of creativity and movement – join us for a spirited summer celebration!

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The Garden is Growing
Jun
24
to Jun 28

The Garden is Growing

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Welcome to "The Garden is Growing", where nature meets creativity! In this themed session, campers explore the magic of a blossoming garden through theater, STEM, arts and crafts, and games. From captivating garden-themed performances to hands-on STEM activities, artistic crafts, and playful garden-inspired games, every moment is a celebration of growth and creativity. Join us for a week of blooming fun and unforgettable experiences!

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