What time is it? It's summer time!
It is that time that all children look forward to, as schools around the UAE are out for the summer break.
Though some people go on holiday during the summer break, many decide to stay back in the UAE, and the excitement from the days off can quickly turn into boredom for many children.
There is never a shortage of fun activities and events to check out for children staying in the UAE, and summer camps are the way to go if looking for something to curb daily boredom while also learning something new.
Summer camps in the UAE have a variety of options to choose from, be it STEM camps, that focus on science, technology, engineering and mathematics, sport-centred camps for sporting enthusiasts, ones packed with adventure or creative camps for art lovers.
If looking for amazing summer camps to enrol children in, Connector is here to help.
Expo City Dubai
From 10 July to 18 August, Expo City Dubai is bringing a one-of-a-kind experience for children to enjoy during the summer break. Held at Terra - The Sustainability Pavilion, children can unleash their creativity with fun activities from exploring Mars through robotics, camping at Terra, participating in scavenger hunts, water activities and more. The price for one day is Dhs 165, with one week set at Dhs 735.
www.expocitydubai.com
The Green Planet
Parents looking for fun summer camps to beat the Dubai heat can enjoy sending their children to an interactive camp at The Green Planet from 10 July to 24 August. The only indoor biodome in Dubai is home to over 3,000 plants and animals, where children will be able to enjoy amazing encounters with animals, learn more about conserving the planet, extinct animals and natural habitats, as well as participate in games and art and crafts. Prices for the camp start at Dhs 200 a day and Dhs 600 for a week.
www.thegreenplanetdubai.com
Aventura Parks
The largest zipline park in the Middle East, Aventura Parks is hosting fun summer camps for children, aged 5 to 12 years old. The camps will run from 10 June to 18 August and will be hosted at two schools, Bright Learners and Raffles International School. Each week the camp will have a specific theme from life in space, under the sea and sustainability. Prices for a week are set at Dhs 725.
www.aventuraparks.com
Bounce
From 10 July to 25 August, Bounce will offer children an action-packed summer break. Children can enjoy learning new tricks on the trampoline, as well as participating in a series of games to test their competitive spirits including red light - green light, tug of war, spoon race and more. Snacks and lunch will also be served. The camp has half-day and full-day options, with prices starting at Dhs 190 per day and Dhs 750 per week for half day and Dhs 250 per day and Dhs 950 per week, for full days.
www.bounce.ae
Fun Robotics
Fun Robotics on Sheikh Zayed Road is hosting a fun summer camp centred around STEM, where children can explore a variety of new interests and skills. Running from 3 July to 31 August, children can participate in a series of activities, with different themes to develop new skills every week including drones, programming with Minecraft, artificial intelligence, game development with Roblox and cyber security. Prices for the camp start at Dhs 1,000 a week.
www.fun-robotics.com
Soccer Kids Football Academy
Children that are sporting enthusiasts can benefit from this amazing summer camp at Soccer Kids Football Academy at Arcadia School. Running from 10 July to 25 August, the camp will train children in a variety of sports including football, tennis and basketball. Prices start at Dhs 150 a day and Dhs 600 for a week.
055-2073168
Splash n Party
Summer is meant for fun in the sun and Splash n Party in Jumeirah is bringing a brilliant camp for children to have a blast. The camp will run from 3 July to 25 August and will offer a range of activities from time in nature, arts and crafts to sports. Prices start at Dhs 150 for a day and are set at Dhs 599 for a week.
www.splashnparty.ae
Elite Sports
Children that love learning new sports can benefit from the Elite Sports camp at four schools including JESS Arabian Ranches, Horizon English School, JESS Jumeirah and Victory Heights School. Children will be teamed up based on their age, and each day a new theme will be explored from teamwork, competitions and adventure day, with sports including dodgeball, hockey, football, mini Olympics and basketball. The camp will run from 10 July to 25 August and is priced at Dhs 262.50 for a day and Dhs 892.50 for a week.
www.elitesports.ae
Courtyard Playhouse
This summer break, let children explore their creative side at Courtyard Playhouse in Al Quoz. The camps are targeted towards children aged 4 to 14 years old, where they can explore different skills from storytelling, acting and performing. Each week the classes will have a theme where children will then develop their skills in. Prices for a week is set at Dhs 1,215.
www.courtyardplayhouse.com
Parkour DXB
Are children making the house a playground? Parkour DXB in Al Quoz, Port Rashid and JVC is the place to send children to this summer break. With two age categories, the first is for children aged 3 to 5 years old, where they can enjoy activities including art, craft and games, as well as develop their confidence, coordination and fitness. The second age group for children aged 5 to 13 years old, will explore parkour moves from jumping, climbing, vaulting and swinging. Prices start at Dhs 1,048 per week.
www.parkour.ae
Street Maniax
Street Maniax in Al Quoz is hosting a fun-filled summer camp to keep children entertained during their break. Running from 10 July to 25 August, children can have a blast participating in fun games and activities. To further keep the children entertained, a magic show will also be held. Prices start at Dhs 170 for a day and Dhs 749 for a week.
www.streetmaniax.com
Dubai Sports World
The largest indoor sporting venue in Dubai, Dubai Sports World is hosting amazing summer camps for children. Twelve academies are participating with American Middle-Eastern Dance Conservatory hosting a dance and karate camp, badminton at Star Badminton Academy, Professional Sports Academy and Deepika Sports Academy, tennis at Tennis 360, basketball at Star Basketball Academy, basketball and football at MVP, as well as football at Irish Football Academy, IFA Sports Academy, Star Football Academy, Soccer Kids Academy and Real Madrid Academy. Registration for each of the camps happening at the venue is available via the academy's websites, which can be found through the Dubai Sports World website.
www.dubaisportsworld.ae
Precision Football
Enjoy an amazing summer camp at Precision Football at Ibn Battuta Mall, Jebel Ali. Targeted at children aged 4 to 16 years old, the camp will offer expert training in football, where the skills of each child can be developed. The camp is available till 25 August and is priced at Dhs 150 a day and Dhs 600 a week.
058-8206756
Pure Minds Academy
Running from 3 July to 24 August, Pure Minds Academy at three locations at Rove Hotel Downtown Dubai, Studio One Hotel and Al Habtoor Polo Resort and Spa, is hosting a brilliant camp to develop children's skills in STEM. Held for children aged 4 to 14 years old, the camp will teach them how to increase their creativity, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. The programme includes topics like robotics, coding, cyber security and finance. Prices start at Dhs 1,150 for a week.
www.stemforkids.ae