Community-oriented camps, arts programs, and central access for families balancing multiple kids and pickup windows.
Campers create and perform an original theater piece with members of The Actors' Gang professional company.
A beloved community day camp running since 1967, Akiba offers a classic summer experience filled with swimming, sports, arts and crafts, music, and field trips. Campers are grouped by age so activities hit the right level of challenge and fun. Fridays bring special Shabbat programming that weaves in Jewish traditions in a warm, celebratory way. The vibe is joyful, inclusive, and community-centered — the kind of camp kids beg to return to every summer.
Each week has a different theme. Options for different age groups (Nebula, Star, Supernova, Meteors, CITs).
Run through the Culver City Unified School District, this program offers an affordable buffet of enrichment classes spanning cooking, arts and crafts, creative writing, languages (Spanish, Japanese, Chinese), math, health and wellness, soccer, and nature exploration. Kids get exposure to a wide variety of interests in a supportive school setting with expert instructors. A fantastic option for families who want their children exploring new hobbies and skills without committing to a single-focus camp.
Offers a combination of morning academics and afternoon field trips. Registration for Summer 2026 is open.
Nut-free business, eco-friendly, small camp size (20 campers max), hands-on cooking.
Culver City Parks & Recreation runs affordable, activity-packed day camps at local parks featuring daily sports like basketball and dodgeball, arts and crafts, weekly swim days, and fun weekly field trips to places like Dodger games and water parks. The camps focus on building foundational sports skills, teamwork, and social connections in a classic municipal recreation setting. A solid, well-rounded option for a traditional summer camp experience close to home.
Culver City Parks & Recreation offers energetic, well-rounded day camps at local parks with a mix of daily sports, arts and crafts, weekly swimming, and exciting field trips to destinations like amusement parks and sporting events. Campers build athletic skills, make friends, and stay active all summer in a supervised, community-centered environment. A great neighborhood option for kids who love variety and being outdoors with their peers.
The camp culminates in professionally produced performances. There are two sessions with different shows: Matilda Jr. and The Lion King Jr. The website lists 2025 dates, so the 2026 dates are projected.
Live in-studio performance at the end of musical theater camp. Music video filmed at the end of dance intensive weeks.
The camp focuses on Dungeons and Dragons, which is a unique offering. They also have afterschool programs and other events.
At JAG Gym, campers spend the day learning real gymnastics skills on vault, bars, beam, floor, and trampoline, plus tackling a Ninja obstacle zone — all grouped by age and skill level with qualified coaches. The gym has a warm, family-like atmosphere where kids of all abilities are encouraged to build confidence while making new friends. Full-day camps keep active kids happily exhausted by pickup time.
Trilingual program (French, Spanish, English), 100% outdoor, small group sizes.
Focus on nature-based learning and exploration, with a balance of child-led play and teacher-led activities. Guest artists and weekly themes. Partnership with Sawyer.
EC Kids (Everything Counts) combines high-energy ninja warrior obstacle courses with an extensive art station offering sewing, painting, clay, perler beads, jewelry making, and more. The program is fully inclusive and welcomes kids of all abilities, with personalized assessments to ensure every camper has a positive experience. Each day is packed with physical challenges, creative projects, and life lessons about fitness and nutrition — perfect for active kids who also love to make things.
Week-long camps with a final performance for friends and family at the end of the week.
Offers a variety of sports and activities, with different camp models for different age groups. Features include Sports Camp, Day Camp, and Junior Camp. The camp emphasizes a well-rounded experience with a low camper-to-staff ratio.
Focuses on Chinese language and cultural immersion in a small group setting. A home-cooked lunch is included for the daycare program.