Groundlings Summer Day Camp: A Summer of Fun, Growth, and Community

At Groundlings Summer Day Camp, kids don’t just play—they grow. Campers are encouraged to explore who they are, build lasting friendships, and discover their ability to impact the world.

Whether they’re creating music, crafting toys for rescue animals, or leading donation drives, Groundlings campers are planting seeds of kindness, building community, and growing into future leaders.

 


 

 

Camp Highlights:

Every day is packed with play and creativity!

Campers enjoy outdoor games and daily recreation to stay energized and connected. They also rotate through exciting activities like yoga, music, and arts & crafts—perfect for trying new things and expressing themselves.

Each week features themed Dress-Up Days, Thursday Treats, and meaningful Service Projects!

 

Campers watching the Bubble Mania Show, a fun “Thursday Treat” for all campers to enjoy!

 

Middle School Crew (MSC+)

MSC+ (6th–8th grade) campers take it to the next level with hands-on leadership development and exclusive field trips to exciting destinations like the Aquarium of the Pacific, La Brea Tar Pits, Sky Zone, and more! They also enjoy weekly cooking rotations, personalized enrichment activities.

 

Middle School Campers making terrariums on a field trip to Farm Lot 59.

 

Camp Details

Ages: Grades K-8

Dates: June 23 – August 8, 2025

  • Week 1: June 23-27
  • Week 2: June 30 – July 3
  • Week 3: July 7-11
  • Week 4: July 14-18
  • Week 5: July 28 – August 1
  • Week 6: August 4-8

Location: Weeks 1-4
Los Altos United Methodist Church
5950 E Willow Street, Long Beach, CA 90815

Location: Weeks 5-6
Grace United Methodist Church
2325 E 3rd Street, Long Beach, CA 90814

Time: Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Extended Care available.

Cost

  • $215 tuition per week (Campers K – 5th grade)
  • $200 discounted tuition for a sibling camper attending same week as camper registered (Campers K – 5th grade only)
  • $270 tuition per week (MSC+ Campers 6th – 8th grade)

 

Groundlings Campers rocking disguises for their “Secret Service” dress up day!

 

Weekly Themes

Six weeks of camp! Six unforgettable adventures!

Week 1: June 23-27, 2025
Nature Explorers
Explore nature’s wonders through hands-on adventures and real-life animal encounters.

Week 2: June 30 – July 3, 2025
Superhero Training Academy
Empowers kids to find their inner hero through games, teamwork, and acts of justice.

Week 3: July 7-11, 2025
Mission Impossible
Challenges campers with top-secret kindness missions and creative problem-solving.

Week 4: July 14-18, 2025
Christmas in July
Beat the heat with wintery fun, holiday games, and joyful surprises.

Week 5: July 28 – August 1, 2025
Space Expedition
Launches imaginations into the galaxy with cosmic games and space-themed adventures.

Week 6: August 4-8, 2025
Pirates & Mermaids: Underwater Adventure

Dive into a week of swashbuckling fun with water adventures and beach exploration.

 


 

VISIT WEBSITE

Los Altos United Methodist Church
5950 E. Willow St.
Long Beach, CA 90815

Grace United Methodist Church
2325 E. 3rd St.
Long Beach, CA 90814

 

 

 


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