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Camps at Calvin

Something for everyone to explore

Make the most of summer! Calvin University offers a variety of camps for kids and youth, ages 4–18, designed to help bridge the gap between school years—while learning and having fun! NOTE: Contact information is available on each camp registration form.

Summer Camps 2023

  • Chemistry Camps

    Chemistry Camps feature demonstrations and hands-on experiments designed to teach introductory chemical concepts. You’ll tackle sophisticated topics—like acids and bases, fat analysis of foods, and reactivity of metals—in a fun and intellectually challenging way. Learn more »

    • June 19–23, 2023
      9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
      Grades 6th–8th
    • June 19–23, 2023
      1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
      Grades 6th–8th
    • June 26–30, 2023
      9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
      Grades 6th–8th
    • June 26–30, 2023
      1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
      Grades 6th–8th
    • July 10–14, 2023
      9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
      Grades 6th–8th
  • H.E.A.L.T.H. Camp

    H.E.A.L.T.H. Camp, this free day camp is just for girls! Students will learn about their own health and explore jobs in the healthcare field. Learn more »

    • June 19–23, 2023
      9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
      Ages 9–11
    • June 26–30, 2023
      9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
      Ages 12–15
  • Knollcrest Music Camps

    Knollcrest Music Camps inspires personalized artistic development through formative, practical opportunities within an enriching, inclusive community. Students will refine their musicianship and enjoy the opportunity to play great music together. Learn more »

    • July 17–21, 2023
      8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
      Grades 9th–12th
    • July 24–28, 2023
      8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
      Grades 7th–8th
  • Nature Camps

    Nature Camps in the Calvin Ecosystem Preserve & Native Gardens provide fun, hands-on learning adventures for kids ages six to fourteen. Immersed in the outdoors, campers develop a greater appreciation, understanding, and respect for God’s amazing creation. Learn more »

    • June 5–June 9, 2023
      9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. FEW SPOTS
      Ages 6–8
    • June 5–June 9, 2023
      1:00 p.m. to 4 p.m.
      Ages 6–8
    • June 19–June 23
      9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
      Ages 9–11
    • June 19–June 23, 2023
      1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
      Ages 9–11
    • July 10–July 14, 2023
      9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
      Ages 12–14
    • July 24–July 28, 2023
      9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
      Ages 6–8
    • July 24–July 28, 2023
      1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
      Ages 9–11
  • Sports Camps

    Calvin Sports Camps allow children ages 5–18 to develop their athletic skills for both play and competition. Sports camps encourage teamwork, cooperation, a sense of adventure, and lots of fun. Learn more »

  • GEO Camp

    GEO Camp is a free all day camp for high school juniors and seniors interested in geoscience. Learn more »

    • June 12–16, 2023
      8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
      Grades 11th–12th

Related Programs

  • Math Circle

    Math Circle is an opportunity for 6th–8th grade students (typically 11–13 years old) to engage with exciting problems and topics in mathematics. Meetings are led by a professor in the Calvin math department and typically begin with a warmup activity or game that leads into the day's problem or topic. Learn more »

  • College Access

    College Access Programs offer unique programs for students 9th–12th grade to grow and prepare for college life. We invite you to explore them all and see which might be a good fit. Learn more »

Summer Camps at a Glance

JUNE

  • Nature Camps (1st–3rd grade) FEW SPOTS June 5–9, 2023
  • Girl’s Basketball (4th–8th grade) June 5–8, 2023
  • Golf Camp (ages 9–14) June 5–8, 2023
  • Swimming Lessons (ages 5–18) June 5–16, 2023
  • Boy’s Baseball (ages 7–18) June 5–20, 2023
  • GEO Camp (12th grade) June12–16, 2023
  • Girl’s Basketball (4th–9th grade) June12–15, 2023
  • Golf Camp (ages 9–14) June 12–15, 2023
  • Rock Climbing (5th–10th grade) June 12–15, 2023
  • Chemistry Camp (6th–8th grade) June 19–23, 2023
  • H.E.A.L.T.H. Camp (ages 9–11) June 19–23, 2023
  • Nature Camp (4th–6th grade) June 19–23, 2023
  • Softball Camp (3rd–8th grade) June 19–23, 2023
  • Swimming Lessons (ages 5–18) June 19–30, 2023
  • Boy’s Basketball (5th–8th grade) June19–23, 2023
  • Chemistry Camps (6th–8th grade) June 26–30, 2023
  • H.E.A.L.T.H. Camp (ages 12–15) June 26–30, 2023
  • Soccer Day Camp (1st–7th grade) June 26–29, 2023
  • Boy’s Baseball Youth Camp (ages 6–11) June 26–29, 2023

JULY

  • Swimming Lessons (ages 5–18)July 5–14, 2023
  • Volleyball Skills Day Camp (3rd–10th grade) July 5–7, 2023
  • Girl's Volleyball Overnight Skills/Advance Camp (5th–12th grade) July 5–8, 2023
  • Soccer Elite Camp (7th–12th grade) July 9–13, 2023
  • Chemistry Camp (6th–8th grade) July 10–17, 2023
  • Nature of God’s Peace (7th–9th grade) July 10–14, 2023
  • Volleyball Skills Day Camp (6th–10th grade) July 10–13, 2023
  • Volleyball Advanced Skills Day Camp (5th–12th grade) July 5–8, 2023
  • Girl’s Volleyball Overnight Advance Camp (5th–12th grade) July 16–19, 2023
  • Girl’s Volleyball Overnight Skills Camp (9th–12th grade) July 16–19, 2023
  • Girl’s Volleyball Elite ID Overnight Camp (10th–12th grades) July 16–18, 2023
  • Knollcrest Music Camp (9th–12th grade) July 17–21, 2023
  • Swimming Lessons (ages 5–18) July 17–28, 2023
  • Softball Summer Prospect Camp (9th–12th grade) July 19, 2023
  • Knollcrest Music Camp (6th–8th grade) July 24–28, 2023
  • Nature of God’s Creatures (1st–3rd grade) July 24–28, 2023
  • Nature of God’s Land (4th–5th grade) July 24–28, 2023
  • Boy’s Basketball Overnight Camp (4th–12th grade) July 24–27, 2023
  • Boy’s Lacrosse Youth Day Camp (4th–9th grade) July 24–27, 2023
  • Boy’s Lacrosse Prospect Day (10th–13th grade) July 28, 2023
  • Rock Climbing (5th–10th grade) July 31–August 3, 2023
  • Swimming Lessons (ages 5–18) July 31–August 11, 2023
  • Grand Rapids Storm Boy’s Basketball Camp (3rd–9th grade) July 31–August 3, 2023

AUGUST

  • Girl’s Acrobatics & Tumbling Introduction (9th–12th grade) August 4, 2023
  • Girl’s Basketball (4th–8th grade) August 8–10, 2023
  • Volleyball Middle School Team Prep Camp (4th–8th grade) August 14–15, 2023

 

All camp dates and availablility are subject to change. Last updated June 04, 2023.

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