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Summer camps in the Seattle area are starting soon!

A parent’s guide to 2025 Seattle summer camps & classes

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Camps and classes in the Seattle area are filling up fast for Summer 2025. Check out our Summer Camps and Classes Directory for classes, day camps and overnight camps to explore the wide range of opportunities for toddlers to teens. With over 75 organizations, you’re bound to find a camp or class that meets every child’s interest, from art, dance, and STEM to academic skill development, gardening, sports, farm animals, and more!

Summer is all about kids having time to explore new places and new experiences, and of course, all summer camps and classes offer a chance to make new friends. But selecting summer activities for your kids can be a daunting challenge. Driving time, cost, childcare needs, and your child’s comfort level with trying new things all must be considered.

Here’s some guidance when deciding to try out something new:

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Chess4Life

Chess Camps are a fantastic way for your child to have fun, stay engaged, and learn new skills all summer. Beginners and advanced players will learn new chess skills and life skills like focus, planning, and sportsmanship! Camps are hosted in Bellevue and Issaquah from June 23rd to August 29th.

 

 

US Sport Camps

Join our summer volleyball camp for boys and girls, ages 5-18, at the University of Washington. This camp programming was designed by James Finley, former DI Head Volleyball Coach at Seattle University. Our camp caters to a range of skill levels, making it suitable for all athletes.

 

Wilderness Awareness School

At Wilderness Awareness School camps, kids ages 6-18 will have an incredible week of fun forming lifelong connections to nature through games, activities, skills, and challenges, all while being mentored by highly-trained staff. Day camps, overnights, and teen expeditions are conveniently located in Seattle, Kenmore, Issaquah, Carnation, and Duvall.

 

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