subject: Guide To Urban Summer Camps [print this page] Camp is often thought of as a place where young people go to explore the outdoors. There, they take part in activities such as canoeing, swimming, hiking, making crafts and fishing. While all of this is true, it is also possible for kids that live in an urban area like Milwaukee to attend camp without leaving the city. Though the experience may be different, there are several types of summer camps in Milwaukee.
Children can take up a variety of sports at camp. Private schools, sports clubs and recreation centers often hold day camp, while colleges offer both residential and day camps. Numerous sports are offered including basketball, football, soccer, tennis, swimming and softball. Team sport camps include drills, games and skills competitions. Individual sport camps, especially for sports like tennis and swimming, are more in-depth and are designed to prepare participants for high-level tournaments, competitions or college scholarships.
Unlike traditional summer school, an academic camp allows students to pursue one subject in-depth without being graded. Common offerings include math, foreign language and science. This type of camp can prepare students to take such courses for academic credit.
Rock band camp is great for learning how to play an instrument that instruction is not generally offered in school. This includes guitar and keyboard. Campers receive group lessons and at the end of the camp session perform in their rock groups for family and friends. Professional and semi-professional musicians are often invited to give talks and encouragement to campers.
Other music camping experiences are also available. Many students choose to continue learning and practicing on an instrument they are studying in school. Band camp teaches students marching techniques. Additionally, drum majors learn conducting, how to use a mace and leadership skills at band camp.
Circus camp is a lot of fun. Campers learn skills such as magic tricks; juggling, balloon twisting; face painting; how to walk on stilts; and how to ride a unicycle. At the end of circus camp, campers often hold a circus for friends and family.
Enrichment camp is often held at a school. Unlike regular school, students generally get to choose to study three courses that are not widely available in lower grade levels. Courses often include woodworking, drama, creative writing and media production.
There are several ways to attend summer camps in Milwaukee even if your child chooses not to leave the city. Look at a variety of sources, such as newspapers and online camp guides to find a camp. Take into consideration things like the cost, environment in addition to the interest of your child when making a selection.
