As a maternity and newborn photographer, I get to watch families grow, from tiny newborns to big kid stages – with one of those stages being summer camps! If you got youngsters, you might be looking for a way to keep they occupied, engaged, and most importantly having fun during breaks. I’ve put together a list of local summer camps that both you and your child will love. Whether your child is into art, adventure, sports, or just making new friends, there’s something here for everyone.
- The Creative Factory (torrance, CA)
Perfect for little makers and creaters, The Creative Factory provides hands-on projects that turn imagination into something real. Whether it’s art, building, or design, your little ones get to see their ideas come to life.
- Sprouting Spirits – Camp Imagination (Playalinda–area LA)
This camp is all about gentle inquiry and creative play. It’s a supportive space where young kids can paint, build, and tell stories, all while making new friends and memories that will last forever.
- Montessori Learning Garden – Summer Camp in Sylmar (Sylmar, CA)
With a Montessori approach, this camp focuses on independence, curiosity, and outdoor activities. Kids spend their days exploring, and creating a love for learning that feels nothing like school.
- Camp RAD (Manhattan Beach, CA)
High-energy and lots of different variety, Camp RAD blends water play, exciting field trips, sports, and arts into one fully loaded program. It’s perfect for kids who thrive on movement and excitement, offering endless opportunities to keep their minds and bodies active all summer long.
- Creativity Cove – Summer Craft Camp (Redondo Beach, CA)
For tweens and teens who light up at the sight of a paintbrush or glitter jar, Creativity Cove is the ultimate wooden craft haven. Every day offers a new beachy project giving each young lady the change to embrace her inner artist.
- Sunrise Surf Camp (Venice Pier or Santa Monica, CA)
Sun, sand, and the senation of catching the waves, Sunrise Surf Camp is perfect for water-loving kids. Instructors keep things safe and fun, building both skills and confidence.
- Champ Camp (Manhattan Beach or Redondo Beach, CA)
Focused on teamwork, kindness, and active play, Champ Camp combines sports, games, and positive encouragement. It’s great for kids who need to release energy and want to stay active.
- Camp DIG IT (Torrance, CA)
A STEM-focused, construction-themed indoor play camp, Camp DIG IT welcomes kids ages 4 to 12 for hands-on building fun. In this safe, clean, and interactive space, little engineers can design, create, and construct through play.
- Camp AWESOME (Playa Del Rey)
Sandy toes, big smiles, and endless choices—Camp AWESOME is a drop-off beach program for ages 4 to 13, combining sports, arts, water play, and creative freedom. With a focus on building confidence and friendships in a safe, fun setting, it’s everything a summer beach camp should be.
- IvySmart Education (Lawndale, CA)
Where curious minds meet exciting challenges, IVYSmart Education provides interactive learning programs that spark creativity and problem-solving skills. With a focus on STEM, coding, and critical thinking, kids build skills that go beyond the classroom in a fun, supportive environment.
No matter which camp you choose, what matters most is the memories and confidence your youngsters will carry with them all year around. Here’s to a summer full of new explorations and happy moments. And when you’re ready to capture those growing smiles, And when you’re ready to capture how much they’ve grown, I’d love to help keepsake those memories.
