18 April Camps Accepting Applications

Spring break camps begin on April 14. The time to register is now. Some camps have limited space, and the coveted slots are filling up fast.

Need to cover only a couple of days over the break? Check out our list of camps that offer registration by the day.

Arts
Accomplished artists teach at most of the Brooklyn art camps. Additionally, the camps use quality materials and teach real crafts. In some, campers will visit our city’s world class museums to see the work of the masters.
BAX Brooklyn Arts Exchange
421 5th Ave, Park Slope, 718-832-0018
For children entering grades K-6
Jump into a dance frenzy at Brooklyn Arts Exchange. Campers also explore theater, circus moves, and learn body movements through tumbling.
Choice Scholars
1025 President St, 718-493-7981
This Montessori inspired arts program has young artist explore the world through poetry and playwriting.
Created By Kids
592 Pacific Street, Ft. Greene, Steps from Atlantic Terminal/Barclays Center, 718-857-5437
In addition to summer and holiday camps, Created by Kids also hosts birthday parties and after school workshops.
Spoke the Hub
748 Union Street, Park Slope, 718-408-3234
Pre-k to age 12.
“Art, eating, living, and moving” is what Spoke the Hub promises to deliver during spring break.
Textile Arts Center
505 Carroll St, Gowanus, 718-369-0222
For children between the ages of 5-11
As of this writing, there were only around 2 dozen slots left in each of Textile Arts Center’s April workshops. Textile Arts Center is unique in that you can sign up for daily workshops instead of for the entire week.

Science
Carmelo the Science Fellow
300 Atlantic Ave, Boerum Hill, 718-722-0000
For children between the ages of 5-11
Carmelo wants you to keep checking back for his summer camp. We recommend you do because spaces sell out quickly.
Brooklyn Robot Foundry
303 3rd Ave, Gowanus, 347-762-6840
For children between the ages of 5-11
This week campers will explore wind, water, and light–essential elements for our survival. Can’t commit for the week? Brooklyn Robot Foundry is offering an open play on April 21 and 22.

Language
Juguemos a Cantar Summer Day Camp
357 6th St, Park Slope, 917-453-1187
For children between the ages of 3-10
Full immersion is the way to learn a language. Native English speakers and native Spanish speakers explore traditional camp activities like cooking and gardening. But all communication will be done in Spanish. Spanish-as-a-2nd-language learners will become fluent in the language while native speakers will develop a more nuanced appreciation for their native tongue. Half-day and half-week camps are also available.

Outdoor Camps
For kids who want to spend their summer exploring the outdoors (and the animals that live there).
Brooklyn Botanical Garden
150 Eastern Parkway
For 2-year-olds to 8th graders
The Brooklyn Botanical Garden hosts a short 3-day camp for young urban farmers in grades K-5. The class is only in the morning.

Sports
Whether they like baseball, soccer, gymnastics, karate, or all of the above, there is a sports camp in the borough that’s the right fit.
Aviator Sports
3159 Flatbush Ave, Marine Park, 718-758-7500
For children between the ages of 3-15
Visit one of their many open houses.
Register by the day or for the full April break. Aviator will keep your child moving be it on ice, on a climbing wall, or sitting down for arts and crafts.
Brooklyn Boulders
575 Degraw St, Park Slope, Gowanus, 347-834-9066
For ages 5 to 12
Campers will explore activities like top roping, slacklining, and bouldering. For breaks, there will be a few arts and crafts.
Camp Olympia
John Jay HS, 237 7th Ave, Park Slope, 718 748-7084
For children between the ages of 4-17
Registration is open for this swimming and sports camp. Parents can get the deposit refunded if they change their mind before May 1. Bring a baseball glove and a water bottle.
Home Run Baseball Camp
Parade Ground, Ditmas Park, 202-256-8883
For children between the ages of 4-12
Do you want to travel to the Dominican Republic? Sign up now!
Tennis Center
Prospect Park Tennis Center, Park Slope, 718-436-2500
You’ll need to print and fax in the registration form. Campers can sign up for the day or for the entire break.
Urban Martial Arts
965 Coney Island Ave, Ditmas Park, 718-287-5500
For children ages 4 and up
The best thing to do to secure a spot with Urban Martial Arts is to simply call or send them an email. Their camps are highly active and come highly recommended. The staff is friendly and enjoy their jobs. Call! They want to talk to you.
Xaverian High School
7100 Shore Rd, Bay Ridge, 718-836-7100
For children between the ages of 7-13
Xaverian offers a spring break baseball camp.

Traditional Day Camps
With games, friendships, and whole lot of memories, these camps will keep kids busy with a variety of activities.
Park Explorers
611 8th Avenue, Park Slope, 718-788-3620
For children between the ages of 3-14
Register for a day or for the entire week. Be prepared for fun!
The Park Slope Day Camp
339 8th St, Windsor Terrace, Bay Ridge, Carroll Gardens as well as 2 Park Slope locations, 718-788-PSDC (7732)
For children entering grades PreK-10
Transportation available.
Open houses from 1:00 to 2:30 at the above address on the following dates: March 22nd, April 5th, April 26th, May 17th. Children are welcome!
Park Slope Day Camp tries to make it easy for the parent and fun for the camper. Pick the most convenient of Park Slope Day Camp’s five locations. Flexible daily and weekly registration is available. Also choose from nine different camps that vary from circus to soccer. Check out Park Slope Day Camp’s Sports Academy if your camper wants to work athletics into the summer fun.