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Alpert JCC Musical Theater Camp and Teen Summer Stock

Pam — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 20:43:07 +0000

3801 East Willow St., Long Beach
(562) 426-7601, Ext. 1047
www.alpertjcc.org
>Local musical theater company MYART brings its acclaimed program to the J, offering two different opportunities for kids to explore their musical and theatrical sides. From June 21 – July 25, teens entering grades 6 and up can join the JCC’s Teen Summer Stock program in the fun and funky musical, The Wiz, and from July 26 – August 13 kids entering grades 1-6 can strut their stuff in an original production of Alice in Wonderland.

Billie Jean King and El Dorado Park Tennis Centers Junior Tennis Academy

Pam — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 20:31:41 +0000

Billie Jean King Tennis Center, (562) 438-8509
El Dorado Park Tennis Center, (562) 425-0553
www.longbeachtennis.com
USPTA-certified professional instruction is provided for all levels. Year-round classes, for ages 3 and up, include Mr. Pee Wee, Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced and Elite. Classes are 60-120 minutes in length, 1-4 times per week. Junior tournaments are scheduled throughout the year. Tennis camps (4-17) are available in one-week sessions during spring, summer and winter breaks (see "Camps" for a complete description); daily drop-in also offered. Both locations offer a full-service pro shop. Locations: Billie Jean King Tennis Center, 1040 Park Ave., Long Beach, 90804, (562) 438-8509; El Dorado Park Tennis Center, 2800 Studebaker Road, Long Beach, 90815, (562) 425-0553.

Alpert JCC Presents Challenger Sports British Soccer Camp

Pam — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 19:39:51 +0000

Westerly School 2950 E. 29th St., Long Beach 90806
(562) 426-7601, Ext. 1047
www.alpertjcc.org
During the week of June 28, the Alpert JCC and Challenger Sports partner to offer an array of soccer camps for kids from 3-16 years old, ranging from one hour for the youngest players to six hours. Experience soccer as you never have before, with an emphasis on individual skill development, a daily World Cup Style Tournament, and British coaching staff in this unique cross-cultural experience! Call Ext. 1047 and find out how to register online to get a free Challenger Sports Soccer Jerse, a $40 value!

Alpert JCC Science Camps

Pam — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 19:09:25 +0000

3801 East Willow St., Long Beach
(562) 426-7601, Ext. 1047
www.alpertjcc.org
Alpert JCC Engineering FUNdamentals with LEGOS – Youngsters explore concepts in physics, engineering and architecture in week-long camps offered by the AJCC and Play-Well TEKnologies. In Pre-Engineering with LEGOS, kids ages 5-7 build towns, cities and star bases. In Engineering FUNdamentals with LEGOS, 8-12 year-olds design and build motorized machines, houses, pyramids, bridges, catapults, buildings and other constructions. Neither the Alpert JCC nor Play-Well TEKnologies are affiliated with the LEGO Group. Offered two weeks; June 21 and August 23rd; choose one or both.

Alpert JCC Slippery Slimy Science Camp – A week of slippery, slimy science projects for kids entering grades 1-6 in fall 2010. Come dressed for a mess and roll up your sleeves with the wacky professor and his crew for this hands-on week of goop and slime. Learn the science behind silly putty and oobleck, and be the first one in your class to raise your hand when your teachers ask you about molecules, polymers and more. Week of June 28.

Alpert JCC Presents Mad Science: Secret Agent Lab – Kids entering grades 1-6 will take a walk on the wild side in this crazy week of sleuth science. Learn how to gather and analyze evidence, discover how technology works in the spy game and solve a crime in a hands-on investigation. Create and decode edible messages, and become a real-life CSIer! Week of August 16.

South Coast Fencing Center

Pam — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 21:08:40 +0000

3518 Lake Center Drive, Suite C, Santa Ana
(714) 549-2946
www.southcoastfencing.com
Home of the largest fencing center in Orange County! They offer training in all three weapons for all levels of interest, from beginning through advanced. The center is open to ages 7 and up; no experience is necessary. Youth and adult classes are available throughout the year, and week-long training camps are held in the summer (see "Camps." Fencing offers a strong cardiovascular workout and increases strength, balance, agility and eye-hand coordination. Fencing competitions are held throughout the US, from the local to the national level. Take a virtual tour of our facility by visiting the Web site. 3518 W. Lake Center Drive, Suite C, Santa Ana.

Orange County Song and Dance Company

Pam — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 18:09:59 +0000

5860 Westminster Blvd, Westminster
(714) 897-4475
www.orangecountysonganddance.com
A 6,000-square-foot performing arts studio for children ages 2 to young adult. Classes are taught in a comfortable environment by professionals chosen for their ability to work with young people. Instruction is offered in tap, jazz, ballet, hip hop and voice, with an emphasis on technique presented in a positive manner. Boys classes are available in dance and voice. Sessions in drama and musical theatre are scheduled throughout the year. Performance opportunities for all students. Summer performing arts camp also offered.

Alpert JCC Cooking Camp

Pam — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 17:53:43 +0000

3801 East Willow St., Long Beach
(562) 426-7601, Ext. 1047
www.alpertjcc.org
Cooking camp for kids ages 6-12. Young chefs prepare and taste delicacies from around the world, create passports documenting their travels, and learn about nutrition along the way during “International Cooking and Crafts.” Week of July 5.

Alpert JCC Pete Davis Legends Basketball Camp

Pam — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 22:28:22 +0000

3801 East Willow St., Long Beach
(562) 426-7601, Ext. 1047
www.alpertjcc.org
Join them for two weeks of summer hoops at the J led by former Michigan State and NBA player Pete Davis. Players in grades 1-6 learn basketball fundamentals and skills through individual and group instruction, scrimmages, lectures and coaching by former NBA pros including Mike "Crusher" Davis and Ricky Sobers. Players will receive Pete Davis Legends T-shirts. Weeks of July 12 and 19; choose one or both weeks!

Movies By Kids Summer Camps

Pam — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 21:31:07 +0000

(949) 548-5424
www.moviesbykids.com
Movies by Kids brings Hollywood to you! They offer children, ages 7 and up, "hands-on" experience with unique summer camps that include animation, claymation, Lego animation, film-making, and more.

Alpert JCC Printmaking and Mixed Media Camp

Pam — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 21:24:34 +0000

3801 East Willow St., Long Beach
(562) 426-7601, Ext. 1047
www.alpertjcc.org
In Print-Making and Mixed Media Art, kids entering grades 1-6 explore line, color and texture using a variety of media, including pastels, paints and printmaking materials. By the end of the week they’ll have a portfolio of projects! Week of July 12.