Summer camps are back for 2022! See our huge list of how to keep kids busy during break

Knoxville News Sentinel

Get ready to plan the perfect summer for your child with the annual Shopper News Summer Camp List. Pick something that will help them grow, make memories with new and old friends, and just try something new.

This year’s list is filled with a variety of sports, arts, music, nature, science and technology themed camps. There are event opportunities to test drive a potential career. Think you’re too old for camp? There are some camps that include parents and industry specific programs for seniors.

More than a few camp providers have had to bump up prices this year, so try to catch an early bird special, book more than one session or apply for a sibling discount to save. There are a few free camps but be quick, as space is limited.

Did we miss any camps being offered in East Tennessee this summer? Send us details at news@ShopperNewsNow.com and we will update our list.

Allie Knight Summer Golf Camp

Fairways and Greens Golf Center, 626 Simmons Road

  • (9:30-11:30 a.m. June 29 - July 1, July 6-8) 5-9 years, $150/3-day camp.

  • (9:30-11:30 a.m. June 7-10; July 12-15) 10-14 years, $200/4-day camp.

Info/registration: 865-777-4653, allieknightgolf@gmail.com

Angela Floyd Schools Summer Camps 2022

AFS-West: 10845 Kingston Pike; AFS-North: 6732 Jubilee Center Way. Camps are offered in person or virtual

  • Barbie Ballet Camp AFS-West (9-11:30 a.m. June 6-9); AFS-North (9--11:30 a.m. June 27-30) 2-6 years, $135

  • Ice Princess Camp AFS-West (9-11:30 a.m. June 27-30); AFS-North (9-11:30 a.m. July 11-14) 2-6 years, $135. Ballet camp inspired by Frozen.

  • Princess Camp AFS-West (9-11:30 a.m. June 11-14) 2-6 years, $135. Ballet camp inspired by Disney Princesses.

  • Dolly Day Camp AFS-West (9-11:30 a.m. July 25-28) 2-6 years, $135. Ballet camp includes favorite baby doll or stuffed animal.

  • Hair Up Camp AFS-North (9-11:30 a.m. June 13-16); AFS-West (9--11:30 a.m. July 18-21) 2-6 years, $135. Music and movement camp inspired by Trolls.

  • Sparkle Party Camp AFS-West (9-11:30 a.m. June 13-16); AFS-North (9--11:30 a.m. July 25-28) 2-6 years, $135. Jazz and hip-hop camp inspired by My Little Pony.

  • Fun in the Sun Camp AFS-West (9-11:30 a.m. June 20-23) 2-6 years, $135. A jazz and hip-hop campwith beach theme.

  • Broadway Bound Camp AFS-West (9 a.m.-noon June 20-23) 8-13 years, $155. Work on all aspects of being a musical theater performer – vocals, acting, and dance.

  • Dance Intensive AFS-North (9 a.m.- 5 p.m. June 6-9) Elementary: 6 years & Up and in Jazz II for a full year prior, Int/Adv: must be in Jazz IV or higher for full year.$400

Info/registration: AFS-West: 865-320-0584, AFS-North: 865-224-8747, https://www.angelafloydschools.com/summer-programs/

Archery Camps 2022

Private archery range in Hardin Valley

  • (8:30 a.m.-noon June 6-10; June 13-17; July 11-15; July 25-29) 10-15 years, $195 per week.

Camp organized by Elzbieta Tworek, archery certified, Level IV, former member of Polish Archery National and Olympic Team.

Info/registration: 865-719-7543, olympicarrow@hotmail.com

Atomic Rowing

697 Melton Lake Drive, Oak Ridge

  • (10 a.m.-noon June 20-24; June 27-July 1; July 5-8; July 11-15; July 18-22) 12-17 years and never tried rowing before. $175

Info/registration: 865-482-6538, info@orra.org, www.atomicrowing.com

BC Athletics

Lakeshore Park, 6410 S Northshore Drive (upper fields)

  • Summer Baseball Camp (9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. May 31-June 2; June 27-29) 5-10 years, $175, discounts available for attending both sessions. Coaching from MLB player Brett Carroll and other former or current college and professional players.

BC Athletics Facility, 2510 Solway Road

  • Summer Impact Training (1-3 p.m. June 6-July 14) 11-14 years, $475 (twice a week) or $625 (three times a week). Develop strength, speed and conditioning.

Info/registration: do@bcathleticsknox.com, 865-310-2317

Bijou Theatre Center

803 South Gay Street

  • Bijou Summer Acting Camp (9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 11-15) 9-12 years, $200. Theater basics, improvisation, playwriting and scene study.

  • Bijou Summer Acting Camp - Musical Edition (9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 25-29) 9-12 years, $200. Singing techniques, dance and acting basics.

Info/registration: 865-522-0832 ext. 207, nathan@knoxbijou.org, www.knoxbijou.org

Bobby Hargis' South Knox Taekwondo

6510 Chapman Highway

  • Adventure Camp (7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri May 31-Aug. 5) Rising Kindergarten-7th grade, $80 per week/full time. Family rates available. Daily self-defense classes and life skills like self-respect, courtesy, integrity, and accountability, camp activities and three field trips per week.

Info/registration: 865-579-6300, www.knoxvilletkd.com

Bricks 4 Kidz Summer Camp

9648 Kingston Pike Suite 5

  • Mining & Crafting the Bricks 4 Kidz Way! (9 a.m.-noon May 31-June 3; July 5-8) 5-11 years, $169 per camp

  • Jr. Robotics: Ninjas Edition (1-4 p.m. May 31-June 3; July 5-8) 6-11 years, $169 per camp

  • Game On! Mario & Friends edition (9 a.m.-noon June 6-10; July 11-15) 5-11 years, $195 per camp

  • Intro to Coding with Scratch 3 and LEGO Building! (1-4 p.m. June 6-10; July 11-15) 7-11 years, $195 per camp

  • The Mysterious Case of the Missing Master Builders (9 a.m.-noon June 13-17 or July 18-22) 5-11 years, $195 per camp

  • LEGO Robotics: Space Pioneers (1-4 p.m. June 13-17; July 18-22) 7-11 years, $195 per camp

  • Bat League Superhero Adventures (9 a.m.-noon June 20-24; July 25-29) 5-11 years, $195 per camp

  • Video Game Design for Kidz (1-4 p.m. June 20-24; July 25-29) 7-11 years, $195 per camp

  • Pocket Brick Monsters (9 a.m.-noon June 27 – July 1; Aug. 1-5) 5-11 years, $195 per camp

  • Jr Robotics: Galaxies Far Away (1-4 p.m. June 27 – July 1; Aug. 1-5) 6-11 years, $195 per camp

Info/registration: 865-250-8560, https://www.bricks4kidz.com/tennessee-knoxville-knoxcounty/program-events/camps/summer-camps-schedule/

Camp Ba Yo Ca

2320 Happy Hollow Road, Sevierville

  • Traditional Camps (Boys: May 30-June 3 or June 13-17; Girls: June 20-24 or July 4-8) 7-17 years, $325

  • Little Rascals Camp (Overnight May 30-June 1) 6-9 years, $175

  • Man Camp (Overnight: June 6-10) Boys 12-17 years, $350. Outdoor focused activities include building fires, constructing temporary shelters and developing survival skills.

  • Camp Summit (Overnight: June 13-24) Girls 14-17 years, $675

  • Wilderness Camp (Overnights: June 27-July 1) Girls 12-17 years, $350

  • Special Operations Camp (Overnight: July 4-8) Boys 12-17 years, $350

  • Youth Traverse (Overnight: July 25-29) Co-ed 12-17 years, $350

Info/registration: www.campbayoca.com, 865-453-6274, camp@campbayoca.com

Camp Invention

Nationally acclaimed, nonprofit K-6 STEM summer camp. Through our in-person and at-home experiences, children collaborate, create and become confident problem solvers.

Sequoyah Elementary, 942 Southgate Road

  • (8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. June 13-17) Kindergarten-6th grades, $260

Blue Grass Elementary, 8901 Blue Grass Road

  • (8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. June 6-10) Kindergarten-6th grades, $260

Shannondale Elementary, 5316 Shannondale Road

  • (8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. June 6-10) Kindergarten-6th grades, $260

A.L. Lotts Elementary, 9320 Westland Drive

  • (8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. June 27-July 1) Kindergarten-6th grades, $245

Info/registration: invent.org, 800-968-4332

Camp Webb

9800 Webb School Lane

Camp Webb’s Gymnastics camp.
Camp Webb’s Gymnastics camp.

  • Adventure Camp (9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 6-10; June 13-17; June 20-24; June 27-July 1; July 11-15; July 18-22; July 25-29) Entering Kindergarten-7th grade, $285 per week, free early care available, late care for a fee.

  • Camp Wonderoo (9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. June 6-10; June 13-17) 4 years, $265. Introduction to day camp experience.

  • 3D Modeling (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 27 - July 1) Entering 5th-7th grades, $260. Learn the basics of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) using the free software program, SketchUp. LEGO® Architecture kits and K’Nex™ to build models of famous structures.

  • Acting for the Movies (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 25-29) Entering 5th-8th grades, $255. Director: Steve Sherman, Artistic Director for Knoxville Children’s Theatre.

  • Animal Tales (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 13-17) Entering 1st-2nd grades, $250. Crafts, writing, reading, experimenting, and playing.

  • Art in Action (9 a.m.-2 p.m. Session I: June 20-24; Session II: June 27 - July 1) Entering 4th-7th grades, $255. Make functional works of art that serve as games.

  • Baker Boot Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 25-29) Entering Kindergarten-1st grade, $250. Work on scissors skills, alphabet and number sense concepts.

  • Barnyard Bonanza (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 5-8, four-day week) Entering Kindergarten-1st grade, $220. Craft, read, play games and learn about barnyard animals.

  • Biology & Medical Engineering Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 5-8, four-day week) Entering 5th-8th grades, $235

  • Buckets Of Fun (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 27-July 1) Entering kindergarten-3rd grade, $250

  • Breakout Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 5-8, four-day week), Entering 4th-6th grades, $220. Solve puzzles and 'breakout' of a variety of scenarios using teamwork and critical thinking.

  • Broadway Showcase: Musical Theater Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. Session II: July 11-15) Entering 3rd-5th grades, $255. (9 a.m.-2 p.m. Session II: July 11-15) Entering 6th-8th grades, $255. Directed by Knoxville Children’s Theatre staff.

  • Camp Hogwarts (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 27 - July 1) Entering 5th-8th grades, $270

  • Cardboard Arcade (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 5-8, four-day week) Entering 7th-8th grades, $230. Create blueprints and use cardboard to turn designs into reality. STEM challenges.

  • Chess Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. Session I Intermediate: June 13-17) Entering 1st-6th grades, (9 a.m.-2 p.m. Session II Advanced: July 11-15) Entering 3rd-8th grades, $255. Director: Leonard Dickerson, Chess Life Master and three-time Tennessee state champion.

  • Coach Owen’s Summer Hangout (9 a.m.-2 p.m. Session I: June 6-10) Boys entering 2nd-5th grades, $260); (9 a.m.-2 p.m. Session II: July 5-8, four-day week), Boys and girls entering 2nd-5th grades, $225. Favorite PE games: Capture the Flag, Pirate’s Gold, Star Wars Rebel Assault, and Scooter fun.

  • Crafting With Nature (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 18-22) Entering 1st-2nd grades, $255. Explore the outdoors and gather materials to create unique crafts together.

  • Creative Writing (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 25-29) Entering 7th-8th grades, $250. Learn basics of storytelling, walk away with a portfolio of possibilities and first drafts.

  • Double Play Science & Games (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 11-15) Entering 1st-4th grades, $260

  • Dungeon Masters (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 20-24) Entering 7th-8th grades, $250. Learn the basics of playing Dungeons & Dragons® fifth edition

  • Esports Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 13-17) Entering 6th-8th grades, $320. Exploration of emerging careers across the esports industry.

  • Eureka! Mythology Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. Session I: June 13-17, Session II: July 11-15) Entering 4th-6th grades, $250. Scavenger hunts, catapult making, chariot rides, and the ancient tradition of “Tog-a-War”.

  • Fairy Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 20-24) Entering Kindergarten-1st grade, $255. Fairy-naming ceremony, stories, crafts, dances, tea parties and build a fairy home.

  • Hip-Hop Fly Girls (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 6-10) Girls entering 2nd-6th grades, $255. Director: Jennifer Venable Austin, professional dancer and founder of Arts in Motion.

  • Junior Explorers (9 a.m.-2 p.m. Session I: June 27 - July 1) Entering 2nd-4th grades, $250; (9 a.m.-2 p.m. Session II: July 11-15) Entering kindergarten-1st grade, $250. Adventure through the continents and discover what makes each new place unique.

  • Junior Scientist (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 20-24) Entering 1st-4th grades, $260. Construct and launch rockets, cargo boats and bug habitats. Take home aquatic frog in own habitat (optional).

  • New: LEGO® City (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 13-17) Entering 5th-7th grades, $255

  • LEGO® Robotics (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 11-15) Entering 5th-7th grades, $260. Learn computer programming using the LEGO® Mindstorms software to program LEGO® NXT robots.

  • Mock Trial Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 18-22) Entering 7th-8th grades, $250

  • Nature Discovery (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 6-10) Entering 1st-3rd grades, $250

  • Outdoor Art Creations (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 20-24) Entering 5th-8th grades, $255

  • Rock The Voice (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 18-22) Entering 3rd-6th grades, $255

  • Seussical Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 13-17) Entering kindergarten-2nd grade, $250

  • Sew Simple I (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 6-10) Entering 4th-6th grades, $255. Learn basic sewing techniques. Bring own sewing machine and scissors.

  • Sew Simple II (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 25-29) Entering 4th-6th grades, $255. Projects include small stuffed animal, pajama pants/shorts and a trinket/pencil pouch. Bring own sewing machine and scissors.

  • Sole Survivor (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 18-22) Entering 7th-8th grades, $250. Learn basic survival skills, win team challenges.

  • So, You Think You Can Cook? (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 25-29) Entering 6th-8th grades, $260. Explore farm-to-table by visiting and using ingredients from the Webb community garden.

  • Star of the Story (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 25-29) Entering 2nd-4th grades, $250. Create crafts, build sets, and play games to bring stories to life.

  • Star Wars™ Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 11-15) Entering 1st-3rd grades, $255. Play Star Wars™ games, read books, and battle the Dark Side

  • Step Up to Third Grade Math (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 25-29) Entering 3rd grade, $245. Play Star Wars™ games, read books, and battle the Dark Side

  • Stop-Motion Animation (9 a.m.-2 p.m. Session I: June 6-10; Session II: July 18-22; Session III: July 25-29) Entering 4th-6th grades, $260. Learn how animation works, build characters and sets, and shoot stop-motion animation films.

  • Summer Olympics (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 5-8, four-day week) Entering 5th-7th grades, $235

  • Superkid Dance Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. Session I: June 13-17) Entering 1st-2nd grades; 1-2, $255. (9 a.m.-2 p.m. Session II: June 20-24) Entering Kindergarten, $255. Mix of ballet, jazz, lyrical and hip-hop.

  • The Science of Birds & Bugs (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 20-24) Entering 6th-8th grades, $250

  • Ultimate Kids’ Concoctions (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 27-July 1), Entering 2nd-5th grades, $260. Make mini foods: dragon candy, ladybug candy, cakes and pies.

  • Under The Sea (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 18-22) Entering kindergarten-2nd grade, $255. Sea-themed songs, games, crafts, and snacks.

  • Baseball Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 25-29) Entering 2nd-5th grades, $255. Work on throwing, catching, hitting, pitching, base running and slide fundamentals with Webb head varsity baseball coach.

  • Boom! It’s Game Time (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 25-29) Entering 2nd-5th grades, $255. Favorite P.E. games.

  • Bump, Set, Spike! Volleyball Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 27-July 1) Girls entering 2nd-4th grades, $255

  • Boys’ Lacrosse Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 6-10) Boys entering 6th-9th grades, $255. Led by Webb head varsity lacrosse coach. Webb has qualified for the Tennessee Scholastic Lacrosse League (TSLA) state playoffs for 17 consecutive seasons. Provide own NFHS-approved lacrosse equipment.

  • Champs Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 6-10) Entering 1st-5th grades, $255. Flag football, basketball, Whiffle ball, soccer, dodgeball games, and Olympic events.

  • Cheer, Stunt & Tumble (9 a.m.-2 p.m. Session I: June 20-24; Session II: July 18-22) Entering Kindergarten-4th grades, $255. Separated into groups according to age and ability to work on individual skills and group dynamics.

  • Clash of the Titans (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 27 - July 1) Entering 2nd-6th grades, $255. Dodgeball tournaments, Capture the Flag and Flag football.

  • Football/Basketball Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 11-15) Entering 4th-8th grades, $255. Director: David Meske, Webb head varsity football coach and athletic director & Ricky Norris, Webb head varsity boys’ basketball coach.

  • Get Your Game On! (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 13-17) Entering 1st-3rd grades, $255. Scooter Board Mania, parachute activities and 4-Corners, Treasures and Tri-Ball tag games.

  • Gymnastics Galore (9 a.m.-2 p.m. Session I: June 27-July 1; Session II: July 11-15) Entering kindergarten-4th grade, $255

  • Meske Football Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 20-24) Entering 1st-5th grades, $255

  • Nothin’ But Net: Basketball Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 18-22) Boys entering 3rd-5th grades, $255. Directed by Webb head varsity boys’ basketball coach. Learn basic fundamentals of basketball.

  • Soccer Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 6-10) Entering 4th-6th grades, $255. Director: Jared Ziegler, Webb head varsity boys’ soccer coach. Bring cleats, shin guards and sneakers.

  • Spartan Passing Academy: QB/WR/RB (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 6-10) Entering 5th-8th grades, $255. Director: Dakota Fitzsimmons, Webb varsity quarterback coach.

  • Spartan Spirit Cheer & Dance (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 11-15) Girls entering 3rd-6th grades, $255. Director: Susie Norris, Webb varsity cheer and dance team coach.

  • Tennis Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. Session I: June 6-10; Session II: June 20-24; Session IV: July 11-15; Session V: July 25-29) Entering 1st-5th grades, $255. (9 a.m.-2 p.m. Session III: July 5-8 (four-day week) Entering 1st-5th grades, $220. Director: Jimmy Pitkanen, Webb head varsity tennis coach

  • Volleyball Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 25-29) Girls entering 5th-8th grades, $255.Director: Ellen McGill, Webb varsity volleyball coach. For players to increase overall game knowledge, develop and learn new skills.

  • Webb Basketball Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 18-22) Boys Entering 6th-8th grades, $255. Director: Ricky Norris, Webb head varsity boys’ basketball coach. 1:8 coach-to-player ratio.

  • Webb Spartan Basketball (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 20-24) Coed, Entering 3rd-8th grades, $255. Directors: Shelley Collier, Webb head varsity girls’ basketball coach and assistant athletic director & the Lady Spartan coaching staff.

  • Wild World of Sports (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 13-17) Entering 2nd-6th grades, $255. Football, basketball, Battleball, soccer, badminton, and more.

Info/registration: 865-291-3840, www.campwebb.com

Camp Wesley Woods Summer Camp 2022

329 Wesley Wood Road

  • Discovery (Overnight July 5-8) Entering 2nd-5th grades, $475-$575

  • Basecamp (Overnight June 5-10; June 12-24; June 26-July 1; July 10-22; July 24-29) Entering 4th-10th grades, Mini-camp $675-775; 12 nights $1,300-1,500

  • Adventure Outpost (Overnight July 10-22) Entering 6th-10 grades, $1,600

  • Adventure Glamping (Overight June 5-10; June 26-July 8; July 24-29) Entering 6th-10th grades, $795-895; $1,700 (2 weeks)

  • Southern Expedition (Overnight June 5-10; July 24-29) Entering 8th-11th grades, $1,200 per camp

  • The Best of the West (Overnight June 26-July 8) Entering 8th-11th grades, $2,600

  • The Great Northeast (Overnight June 12-24; July 10-22) Entering 8th-11th grades, $2,400

  • North Woods Adventure (Overnight Aug. 1-12) 12th grade and up, $1,900

  • Leader in Training (Overnight June 12-24) Entering 10th-12th grades, $1,300

Info/registration: campwesleywoods.com

Cancer Support Community East Tennessee

2230 Sutherland Ave.

Kids will de-stress and have fun with others who have cancer in the family — through art, music, active game, and yoga.

  • Summer Fun for Kids Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 11-14) School aged kids with a loved one who has cancer. Free.

Info/registration: 865-546-4661, JMcComas@CancerSupportET.org, www.CancerSupportET.org

Cedar Bluff Racquet Club Tennis Summer Fun Camp

701 Racquet Club Way

Indoor camp with instruction on the fundamentals of all major strokes with drills and play to enhance their tennis skills, movement, and fitness.

  • (9 a.m.-noon Mon.-Thurs. June 6-9; June 13-16; July 11-14; July 25-28; Aug. 1-4) 1st-8th grade, $210 per session, bring own racket and water, snacks provided.

Info/registration: www.cbrctennis.com, 865-690-5700

Church Street United Methodist Church

900 Henley Street

  • Camp Hogwarts (9:15 a.m.-4:30 p.m. June 7-8) Rising 1st-6th grades, $60. Explore Harry Potter’s parallels to the Christian faith through fun games, science experiments and fellowship.

  • Vacation Bible School “Monumental: Celebrating God’s Goodness” (6-8 p.m. June 21-24) 4 years-6th grades. Free. Kids trek through field-tested rotations that reinforce relevant Bible Points and immerse kids in new adventures.

Info/registration: www.churchstreetumc.org

City of Knoxville Parks and Recreation

Cal Johnson Recreation Center - 507 Hall of Fame Drive; Cecil Webb Recreation Center - 953 Baker Ave.; Christenberry Community Center - 931 Oglewood Ave.; Cumberland Estates Recreation Center - 4529 Silverhill Drive; Deane Hill Recreation Center - 7400 Deane Hill Drive; Dr. E.V. Davidson Community Center - 3124 Wilson Ave.; Inskip Norwood Recreation Center - 301 Inskip Drive; Richard Leake Recreation Center - 3511 Alice Bell Rd.; West Haven Recreation Center - 3622 Sisk Rd.

  • K.O.R.E. Summer Camp (8 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Fri. June 6-July 29 - no camp July 4-8) 6-12 years, must be 6 years old by 6/1/2022, $20 per week, $20 city resident fee, $50 non-city resident fee. Includes daily lunch, snack and field trips.

Info/registration: Cal Johnson Recreation Center: 865-522-3177; Cecil Webb Recreation Center: 865-577-0651; Christenberry Community Center: 865-637-5991; Cumberland Estates Recreation Center: 865-588-3442; Deane Hill Recreation Center: 865-690-0781; Dr. E.V. Davidson Community Center: 865-971-4746; Inskip Norwood Recreation Center: 865-687-6321; Richard Leake Recreation Center: 865-525-2031; West Haven Recreation Center: 865-546-1315; www.summercampknoxville.com

Cal Johnson Recreation Center - 507 Hall of Fame Drive

  • K.O.R.E. Teen Summer Camp (8 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Fri. June 6-July 29 - no camp July 4-8) 13-15 years, $20 per week, $30 registration fee ($20 before June 3) includes daily lunch, snack and field trips.

Info/registration: Cal Johnson Recreation Center: 865-522-3177, www.summercampknoxville.com

Clarence Brown Theatre Summer Acting Workshop

The Alumni Memorial Building and the Carousel Theatre at the University of Tennessee

  • (10 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri. July 11-22) 9th-12 grades, $550.

Intensive training in voice, movement, acting, musical theatre and scene study. Public showcase at Carousel Theatre.

Info/registration: 865-974-8504, tsilvera@utk.edu, www.clarencebrowntheatre.com

Colonial Heights UMC

6321 Chapman Highway

  • Light of the World (8:45 a.m.-3 p.m. June 20-24, 2022) 5-14 years, Free

Christian based day camp.

Info/registration: 865-577-2727, https://www.campinthecommunity.org/colonialheights

Concord Sailing Center Sail Camp 2022

The Cove, 11600 S Northshore Drive

  • (9 a.m.-5 p.m. June 6-10; June 13-17; June 20-24; June 27-July 1) 8-16 years (Must demonstrate ability to swim 50 years without life jacket, in sailing clothing, including shoes), $350 per week, discounts available. Pre-camp parent’s meeting May 15 . Sailing instruction provided for beginners through advanced levels by US Sailing certified instructors.

Info/registration: www.concordyachtclub.org/education/sail-camp/, concordsail@gmail.com, 865-599-0820

Cutting Edge Classroom Kids Camps

150 N Martinwood Road, Suite 402

  • Learn to Be a Real Chef Kids Summer Camp (9 a.m.-1 p.m. June 13-17; July 18-22) 9-15 years, $349 per week

  • Learn to be a Pastry Chef Kids Summer Camp (9 a.m.-1 p.m. June 13-17; July 18-22) 9-15 years, $349 per week

  • Foods From Around the World Kids Summer Camp (9 a.m.-1 p.m. June 20-24) 9-15 years, $349

  • The French Patisserie Kids Summer Camp (9 a.m.-1 p.m. June 20-24; July 25-29) 9-15 years, $349 per week

  • The Basics of Baking Kids Summer Camp (9 a.m.-1 p.m. June 27-July 1) 9-15 years, $349

  • International Culinary Journey Kids Summer Camp (9 a.m.-1 p.m. June 27-July 1) 9-15 years, $349

  • The Bake Shop Kids Summer Camp (9 a.m.-1 p.m. July 11-15) 9-15 years, $349

  • USA Regional Food Favorites Kids Summer Camp (9 a.m.-1 p.m. July 11-15) 9-15 years, $349

  • Favorite Foods from Italy Kids Summer Camp (9 a.m.-1 p.m. July 25-29) 9-15 years, $349

Info/registration: 865-335-9370, https://thecuttingedgeclassroom.com/kids-camps/

Dragonfly Summer Circus Camp

Dragonfly Aerial and Circus Arts Studio, 4506 Fennel Road

  • (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 13-17; July 11-15) 6-14 years, $230 per week, scholarships available. Aerial arts; tightwire; stilt walking; unicycling; basic acrobatics and clowning.

Info/registration: 865-609-2012, dfaas11@gmail.com, www.dragonflyaerialartsstudio.com

Episcopal School of Knoxville

950 Episcopal School Way

  • (8 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Fri. June 6-July 29 - no camp week of July 4) Rising Pre-K-8th grade. $250-325. Lower and middle school sports camps and weekly themed camps for preschoolers. Try 'Acorns to Oaks' camp to get a taste of ESK's nature-driven curriculum.

Info/registration: 865-777-9032, https://shop.esknoxville.org/

ETCH Donald M. Gally Summer Camp for Children with Special Needs

Kiwanis Fresh Air Camp, 2400 Prosser Road

  • (8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. June 13-17) 5-9 years; (8:30-3 p.m. June 20-24) 10-14 years, Free.

Traditional day camp experience including outdoor recreation, swimming, music and arts and crafts.

Info/registration: https://www.etch.com/community/summer-camps/, 865-690-8961

First Lutheran Summer Day Camp

1207 N Broadway

  • Our Amazing World (7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri. May 26-July 30) 3 years (fully potty trained)- entering 8th grades, $110 per week, $85 registration. Explore our world through literature, science, art, music, games, crafts and sports.

Info/registration: www.firstlutheranschool.com, 865-524-0308.

Flour Power Kids Cooking Studios

117 Lovell Road

  • Chef Shop: A day in the life at Flour Power Camp (8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. May 30-June 3) 8-13 years, $329 per camper. Basics of menu planning, developing recipes, teaching kids to cook, taste tests and create camp theme to be videoed and presented to Flour Power founder, Susan Caldwell.

  • Culinary Baking Boot Camp: Cake My Day (8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. June 6-10) 5-13 years, $329 per camper. Make marshmallow fondant, buttercream icing, use pastry bags and decorating tips, have Cupcake Wars and an Iron Chef Challenge.

  • Food Truck Rodeo: Flour Power Style (8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. June 13-17) 5-13 years, $329 per camper. Create popular food truck food and campers can create a recipe they would sell.

  • Flavor Town Express (8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. June 20-24) 5-13 years, $329 per camper. Work in teams to re-create recipes and decide which ingredients to change.

  • Kitchen Superheroes (8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. June 27- July 1) 5-13 years, $329 per camper. Make superheroes’ favorite foods: eggs for Superman, spiders for Black Widow, Apple pie for Captain America and Oreo ice cream for Wonder Woman.

  • Movies and Munchies (8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. July 4-8) 5-13 years, $329 per camper. Make Harry Potter’s Breakfast English Biscuits, Lady and the Tramp’s Ultimate Spaghetti Pie, Ratatouille’s Berry French Crepes and more.

  • Celebrations (8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. July 11-15) 5-13 years, $329 per camper. Make wedding foods, decorate a wedding cake, learn about invitations, place settings and what it’s like to be a wedding planner. Celebrate Thanksgiving, birthdays, July 4th and New Year around the world.

  • Test Kitchen: Confidential (8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. July 18-22) 5-13 years, $329 per camper. Try new food and take home a recipe book.

Info/registration: 865-437-6488, https://www.flourpowerstudios.com/register/knoxville/Camps

Girl Scouts of Southern Appalachians Summer Camp 2019.
Girl Scouts of Southern Appalachians Summer Camp 2019.

Girl Scouts of the Southern Appalachians – Summer Resident Camp 2022

Camp Tanasi, Andersonville

  • Camper Sampler (Residential June 12-14; June 22-24: July 10-12; July 24-26) Rising 1stgraders; Rising 2nd-3rd grades; (Residential June 15-17; June 19-21; July 17-19) Rising 4th-5th grades; (Residential June 26-28; June 29-July 1) Rising 6th-8th grades, $350 members/$450 for nonmembers. Designed for girls to make new friends and try camp for the first time. Activities: badge work, crafts, swimming, fishing, and lakefront activities.

  • Aquatic Adventure (Residential June 12-17) Rising 2nd-8th grades, $650 for members/$750 for nonmembers

  • Animal Week (Residential: June 19-24) Rising 2nd-3rd grades, $650 for members/$750 for nonmembers

  • Camp Chef (Residential: June 26-July 1) Rising 2nd-8th grades, $650 for members/$750 for nonmembers

  • Camp Adventurer (Residential: July 10-14) Rising 2nd-8th grades, $550 for members/$650 for nonmembers

  • Drama Camp (Residential: July 17-21) Rising 2nd-8th grades, $550 for members/$650 for nonmembers

  • Horse Camp (Residential: July 24-28) Rising 2nd-8th grades, $850 for members/$950 for nonmembers. Girls will visit neighboring barns and learn all about horses.

  • CIT 1 Counselor-in-Training 1 (Residential July 17-28) Rising 9th-12th grades, $750 for members only. Learn how to be a camp counselor, build on leadership skills and earn a Girl Scouts leadership award.

  • CIT 2 Counselor-in-Training 2 (Residential June 12-July 1) Rising 11th-12th grades, $850 members only. Learn how to be a camp counselor, must have completed CIT 1.

Info/registration: 800-474-1912, info@girlscoutcsa.org, www.girlscoutcsa.org/summercamp

Great Smoky Mountains Tremont Camp

Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont, 9275 Tremont Road

Discovery Camp at Great Smoky Mountains Tremont Camp, July 6, 2021.
Discovery Camp at Great Smoky Mountains Tremont Camp, July 6, 2021.

  • Discovery Camp (Overnight June 13-18 or June 27-July 2) 9-12 years, $670. Introductory camp.

  • Wilderness Adventure Trek (Overnight June 13-18 or June 27-July 2) 13-17 years, $750. Learn skills for a successful backpacking trip.

  • Teen High Adventure (Overnight July 18-28) 13-17 years, $1,450. Venture into the heart of the Great Smoky Mountain backcountry.

  • Girls in Science Camp Girls (Overnight June 13-19) Girls 12-15 years, pay what you can model. Campers get to design their own field investigation.

  • John Thurman Smoky Mountain Trout Adventure Camp (June 20-25) 12-15 years, $550

  • Backcountry Ecological Expedition (Overnight June 27-July 2) 13-17 years, $790. Conduct field experiments.

  • Smoky Mountain Family Camp. (Overnight July 11-16) $1,566 for family of two to $3,012 for family of six. Hikes, swim time, nature activities, craft, music, and more.

  • New Naturalist Week at Tremont, summer camp for adults (June 20-24) $840. Chance for curious adults to live, learn and play in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Info/registration: gsmit.org/summer-youth

Ijams Nature Center

2915 Island Home Avenue

  • Preschool Summer Camp is Fun. (9 a.m.-noon Preschool Summer Camp ROCKS: June 6-10; It’s the Circle of Life: June 13-17; Furry and Feathered Friends: June 20-24; Tree Huggers: June 27 - July 1; Wet ‘n’ Wild: July 12-15; Mud Scientists: July 18-22; Fungi Fun: July 25-29) 3-5 years (must be potty trained), $166 for members/$175 nonmembers. (9 a.m.-noon Creepy Crawlies: July 5-8) $132 for members/$140 for nonmembers.

  • Nature Discovery Camp (June 6-10; June 13-17; June 20-24; June 27-July 1; *July 5-8; July 11-15; July 18-22; July 25-29) $270 for nonmembers/$256 for Ijams members per week; *$216 for nonmembers, $206 for Ijams members for four-day week) 6-9 years, $132 for members/$140 for nonmembers.

  • Nature Adventure Camp (Mon.-Fri. June 6-17; June 20-July 1; *July 5-15; July 18-29) 8-12 years, $600 for nonmembers/$570 for Ijams members 2-weeks session; *$540 for nonmembers/$513 for members for 9-day session.

Activities include canoeing, fire building, species identification, caving and leadership, plus two days on Navitat ropes course.

Info/registration: 865-577-4717, https://www.ijams.org/camps

inicios1.2.3 Spanish Summer Camp

120 Durwood Rd. Knoxville, TN 37922

  • (10 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., June 13-16, June 20-23, June 27-30) 2.5 to 6 years, $460 all 3 weeks or $180 per week. Siblings: $430 all 3 weeks or $150 per week.

Camp aims to provide a fun, interactive and playful way through songs, games, art and crafts that will help your child become familiar with the Spanish language.

Info/registration: 865-382-3142, www.inicios123.com

Jon Paul & Trisha Roberts Taekwondo Summer Program Knockouts

6408 Clinton Highway

  • (7:15 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri May 31-Aug. 5) Entering Kindergarten-12 years in the fall, $100 per week/per camper. Family rates available.

Three field trips per week, taekwondo training two times a day. Weekly themes.

Info/registration: 865-688-5520, www.jonpaulsfamilytaekwondotn.com

JA BizTown Summer Camp Venture

Junior Achievement of East Tennessee, Address: 2135 N Charles G Seivers Blvd, Clinton

  • (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 20-21) Rising 4th-6th grades, $25 per camper. Monday, June 20 and Tuesday, June 21 from 9:00-2:00 serving Rising 4-6 Graders at $25 per camper

  • Info/registration: 865-457-2461, https://JAeasttennessee.org/

Karns Triple Threat Basketball Camp

Karns High School, 2710 Byington Solway Road

  • (9 a.m.-noon June 20-22 or July 11-13) Co-ed 6-18 years, $50 per camper

Info/registration: Khsleehenson@hotmail.com

Kids Place 2022 Summer Camp

Camp KP (Main Campus - ACA Accredited), 9140 Millertown Pike, Mascot, 865-933-7716; Amherst Elementary, 5101 Schaad Road, 865-660-7154; Carter Elementary, 8455 Strawberry Plains Pike, 865-660-7124; Fountain City Elementary, 2910 Montbelle Drive, 865-660-7134; Gibbs Elementary, 7715 Tazewell Pike, 865-660-7131; Seymour Primary, 717 Boyds Creek Hwy., 865-660-7153

Mud obstacle course at Camp Kids Place on Millertown Pike in 2021.
Mud obstacle course at Camp Kids Place on Millertown Pike in 2021.

  • (7 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri. May 31-Aug. 5) Kindergarten-5th grade, $136 per week/$34 per day part-time at school site locations; $148 per week/$37 per day part-time at Camp KP on Millertown. $65 activity fee ($50 early bird fee before April 15, no additional cost for field trips.

Welcome Week Wars, Moose on the Loose - Total Camp, Tournament Time, Fancy Like . . ., Camp Cowboy, Party in the USA, Muddy Madness, Christmas in July, Holy Guacamole Fiesta, Spirit Week. Camp KP offers zipline, climbing wall, low ropes course, archery and paintball range, mud obstacle course, baseball and kickball field, mountain games, pedal kart and rollerskating track, water town, gold mining, amphitheater, inflatable water slides, playground, swimming pool, basketball court, game pavilion, volleyball/sandbox, fishing, arts and crafts.

Info/registration: www.kidsplaceinc.org/

Kids U Summer Camps at UT

UT Conference Center, 600 Henley Street

  • Learn to Be a Real Chef: Introduction to Culinary Arts (8:45-11:45 a.m. June 6-10) Rising 9th-12th grade, $359. Work in a commercial kitchen, trained by an American Culinary Federation Certified Executive Chef.

  • Innocent or Guilty...How Do You Plead? (8:30-11:30 a.m. July 18-22) Rising 6th-9th grade, $159. Mock trial experience. Meet at the City County Building.

  • ROBLOX® Makers (8:30-11:30 a.m. June 6-10) Rising 3rd-5th grades, $179; (1-4 p.m. June 6-10) Rising 6th-10th grades, $179. Unlock the power of Roblox Studio. In-person with online option available. Compatible with Mac and Windows OS only.

  • Minecraft® Modders (8:45-11:45 a.m. June 13-17) Rising 3rd-5th grades, $179; (1-4 p.m. June 13-17) Rising 6th-10th grades, $179. Customize own Minecraft world, learn scripting and logic statements. Build mods, create variety of new elements, gameplay mechanics.

  • NEW Pokémon® Masters: Designers & 3D Makers Unite (9 a.m.-noon June 20-24) Rising 3rd-5th grades, $179; (1-4 p.m. June 20-24) Rising 6th-10th grades, $179. Create own digital Pokémon-style custom playing card game, design action figures, jewelry, and toys in professional modeling software.

  • Minecraft Redstone Engineers (8:45-11:45 a.m. June 27-July 1) Rising 3rd-5th grades, $179, (1-4 p.m. June 27-July 1) Rising 6th-10th grades, $179. Construct carnival with variety of mini-games, roller coasters, and attractions powered by Redstone.

  • ROBLOX® Coders & Entrepreneurs (8:45-11:45 a.m. July 11-15) Rising 3rd-5th grades, $189; (1-4 p.m. July 11-15) Rising 6th-10th grades, $189. Learn how to navigate Roblox’s fast-growing marketplace to publish games.

  • Python Programmers (9 a.m.-noon July 18-22) Rising 3rd-5th grades, $189; (1:15-4:15 p.m. July 18-22) Rising 6th-10th grades, $189. Learn how to code with Python to create engaging apps and games.

  • Advanced Drawing (1-4 p.m. June 20-24) Rising 8th-12th grades, $159. Explore wide variety of drawing materials, concepts, and techniques.

  • Introduction to Photography (1-4 p.m. July 11-15) Rising 9th-12th grades, $159. Shoot and edit photos with a digital camera and film processing and printing from a 35mm camera.

  • Painting with Water Media (1-4 p.m. July 18-22) Rising 8th-12th grades, $159

  • Self-Defense (9 a.m.-noon June 6-10) Rising 6th-8th grades, $169; (1:15-4:15 p.m. June 6-10) Rising 9th-12th grade, $169. Learn proper punching, kicking, falling, and ground defense techniques with realistic scenarios.

  • Explorations in Psychology (9 a.m.-noon June 6-10) Rising 9th-12th grade, $149

  • Revealed: Balloon Twisting & Magic Secrets (9 a.m.-noon June 13-17) Rising 4th-7th grades, $179

  • NEW: Discover the Top Secrets of Magic (1:15-4:15 p.m. June 13-17) Rising 8th-10th grades, $179

  • NEW: Telling the Stories of Appalachia with a Theatrical Twist (9 a.m.-noon July 11-15) Rising 4th-5th grades, $159. Stories of Appalachian history, unsolved mysteries, and family feuds, presented through script writing, storytelling, dancing, stage makeup, and stage fighting.

  • EV3 Robotics: Sumo Wrestling Style (9 a.m.-noon June 27-July 1) Rising 4th-9th grades, $229. Design own LEGO Mindstorm EV3 robot to challenge competitors.

  • Build Up Brick by Brick: Architectural Camp (1:15-4:15 p.m. June 27-July 1) Rising 4th-9th grades, $199. Design, plan, and build own LEGO city.

  • Pat Summitt Definite Dozen Leadership Program (1-4 p.m. July 18-22) Rising 9th-12th grades, $179. Interactive camp based on iconic Coach Pat Summitt’s model for success in every area of life. Discover important skills for character building, leadership, and success.

  • The Wild World of Bugs (9 a.m.-noon June 6-10) Rising 4th-6th grades, $149. Offsite location on Thursday.

  • Fun with Forensics: Adventures in Chemistry (1-4 p.m. June 6-10) Rising 5th-7th grades, $149. Explore scientific and chemical principles and techniques used to detect criminal acts. Guest speaker: Dr. Bill Bass. Instructor: Al Hazari.

  • Bones, Crimes, Careers: Forensic Anthropology (9 a.m.-noon June 13-17; 1-4 p.m. June 20-24) Rising 9th-12th grades, $149

  • Molecules & Biomolecules in 3D (9 a.m.-noon June 27-July 1) Rising 4th-6th grades, $159. Investigate how three-dimensional orientations impact chemical bonding and interactions using modeling kits, tinker toys, origami, and other fun tools.

  • Hands-On STEM (9 a.m.-noon June 6-10) Rising 5th-8th grades, $149; (9 a.m.-noon June 20-24) Rising 9th-12th grade, $149

  • ACT Prep Course (8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. July 11-15) Rising 9th-12th grades, $289 ACT Prep Course - Pre-Test Dates (8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. June 20; June 21; June 22; June 23) Rising 9th-12th grades.

Interactive course involves both pre-test and post-test using retired ACT exams. Exams are graded and analyzed for each student.

Info/registration: http://noncredit.utk.edu/kidsu/, 865-974-0150

Knoxville Arts and Fine Crafts Center Summer Camps 2022

1127 North Broadway

  • Wizard of Oz (9 a.m.-noon June 6-10) 8-12 years, $120. Projects include clay, mixed media, watercolor and sculpture.

  • Drawing for Kids Camp (1-4 p.m. June 6-10) 8-12 years, $120

  • Teen Handbuilding Camp (9 a.m.-noon June 13-17) 13-17 years, $120. Create trinkets and objects using coiling, making press mold plates, rolling slabs and decoration techniques and glazing.

  • “All the Colors” Camp (1-4 p.m. June 13-17) 8-14 years, $120. Focus on one or two colors each day in clay, printing, painting and collage projects.

  • Clay Camp (9 a.m.-noon June 27-July1 or July 25-29) 8-14 years, $120. Learn hand building processes and decorating. Make one to two projects.

  • Food Art Camp (1-4 p.m. June 27-July 1) 8-14 years, $120. Variety of projects using different mediums: collage, clay, weaving, papier mache, and printmaking.

  • Garden Party (9 a.m.-noon July 18-22) 8-14 years, $120. Make clay planters, garden gnomes, seed bombs, and flower weavings.

  • Fibers & Textiles Camp: “Sew Much Fun” (1-4 p.m. July 18-22) 8-14 years, $120. Experience tie-dyeing to weaving, hand stitching to sewing on the machine.

  • Into the Rainforest (1-4 p.m. July 25-29) 8-14 years, $120. Paint, sculpt, print collage and watercolor.

Info/registration: 865-523-1401, www.knoxvilletn.gov/kafcc

Camp Irish baseball camp June 9, 2021.
Camp Irish baseball camp June 9, 2021.

Knoxville Catholic High School Camp Irish 2022

Knoxville Catholic High School, 9245 Fox Lonas Road

  • All Sports Camp (9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 20-24) Rising Kindergarten-8th grades. $275

  • Junior Theatre Camp presents 101 Dalmatians Kids (9 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Fri. June 1-15, public performances final week) Rising 1st-6th grades, $325

  • Irish Arts Jr. Theatre Camp presents Frozen Jr. musical. (9 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Fri. July 11-30, public performances June 26-27) 7th-12th grades, $450

  • Robotics Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. May 31-June 3) Rising 5th-9th grades, $250

  • Dance Camp (9 a.m.-noon June 8-10) Rising 1st-7th grades, $120

  • Volleyball Camp (9 a.m.-noon July 11-13) Rising 2nd-6th grades; (1-4 p.m. July 11-13) 7th-9th grades, $125

  • Volleyball Camp - Serving & Passing (9 a.m.-noon July 14-15) Rising 2nd-9th grades, $50

  • Volleyball Camp -Setting & Hitting (1-4 p.m. July 14-15) Rising 2nd-9th grades, $50

  • Basketball Camp (Boys 9 a.m.-11:30 am. June 6-8) Rising 1st – 5th grades; (12:30-3 p.m. June 6-8) Rising 6th-8th grades, $100

  • Baseball Camp (9 a.m.-noon June 6-8) Rising 2nd-8th grades, $100

  • Lady Irish Basketball Camp (9-11 a.m. May 30-June 1) Rising 1st-5th grades; (11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. May 30-June 1) Rising 6th-8th grades, $100, family pricing available.

  • Math Camp (90 min. sessions July 18-22) Rising 5th-12th grades, $200

  • Band Camp (9-noon June 6-9) Rising 5-8th grades, $100 for 5th-8th grades.

  • Physics Camp (10 a.m.-2 p.m. July 5-9) Rising 9th-12th grades, $200

  • Writing Workshops The Essay Step by Step (9 a.m.-noon June 19-23) 9th-12th grades; Writing about Literature (1-4 p.m. July 19-23) 9th-12th grades, $200

  • Girls Lacrosse Camp (8:30-11:30 a.m. June 6-9) Rising 3rd-7th grades, $100, (8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. June 6-9), rising 8th-12th grades; $125

  • Soccer Camp (time July 11-14) Co-ed 11-18 years, $260

Info/registration: 865-560-0313, camps.knoxvillecatholic.com, https://knoxvillecatholic.com/CAMP-IRISH/

Knoxville Children's Theatre

109 E. Churchwell Ave., Knoxville

  • (June 6-July 29) For classes and ages, see website below. Summer Intensive at KCT’s Creative Dramatics Academy consists of five consecutive days of intensive sessions.

Info/registration: https://knoxvillechildrenstheatre.com/summer-camps

Knoxville Christian Basketball 2022 Camp (K.C.B.C.)

Farragut Middle School, 200 West End Ave.

  • (9 a.m.-3 p.m. Boys: June 13-17; July 11-15; July 25-29; Girls: June 6-10; Co-ed: July 18-22) 6-17 years, $140 per camper/per session. Family discount available.

Fundamental basketball skills and ‘Without the Ball life skills’.

Info/registration: 865-388-1262, 865-742-2233, www.KnoxvilleChristianBasketballCamp.com

The Knoxville Kiwanis Fresh Air Camp

Fresh Air Camp, 2400 Prosser Road

  • (8 a.m.-4 p.m. June 20-24; June 27-July 1; July 4-8; July 11-15) 7–12-year-olds who qualify for free or reduced meals. Children with special needs encouraged to apply. Caregiver/child Interview: compulsory 30-minute interview between 9 a.m.-noon May 21 or May 28, Free

Swimming, crafts, games, singing, hiking, basketball, challenge activity course, hot dog roast. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and education groups.

Info/registration: 865-806-0093

Knoxville Museum of Art 2022 Summer Art Academy

1050 World’s Fair Park Drive

Knoxville Museum of Art Summer Art Academy camp, June 9, 2021.
Knoxville Museum of Art Summer Art Academy camp, June 9, 2021.

  • Jump Start - Exploring Art (9 a.m.-noon June 6-10) 5-6 years, $130 members/$145 nonmembers

  • Action Painting (9 a.m.-noon June 6-10) 7-9 years, $130 members/$145 nonmembers

  • History of East Tennessee’s Artists (9 a.m.-noon June 6-10) 10-12 years, $130 members/$145 nonmembers

  • Painting Methods (1-4 p.m. June 6-10) 13 years & up, $130 members/$145 nonmembers

  • Jump Start: Learning Tennessee’s State Symbols (9 a.m.-noon June 13-17) 5-6 years, $130 members/$145 nonmembers

  • Weaving & Painting (9 a.m.-noon June 13-17) 7-9 years, $130 members/$145 nonmembers

  • No Paint Brushes Allowed! (9 a.m.-noon June 13-17) 10-12 years, $130 members/$145 nonmembers

  • Stick Drawings (1-4 p.m. June 13-17) 13 years & up, $130 members/$145 nonmembers

  • Jump Start: Positions of the Sun and the Phases of the Moon (9 a.m.-noon June 20-24) 5-6 years, $130 members/$145 nonmembers

  • The Colors of the Reef (9 a.m.-noon June 20-24) 7-9 years, $130 members/$145 nonmembers

  • Is it Steam Punk? (9 a.m.-noon June 20-24) 10-12 years, $130 members/$145 nonmembers

  • Painting on Location - Plein-Air (1-4 p.m. Mon.-Fri. June 20-July 1) 13 years & up, $260 members/$290 nonmembers

  • Jump Start: Color the Seasons (9 a.m.-noon June 27-July 1) 5-6 years, $130 members/$145 nonmembers

  • Monotypes (9 a.m.-noon June 27-July 1) 7-9 years, $130 members/$145 nonmembers

  • Batik (Bah-teak) (9 a.m.-noon June 27-July 1) 10-12 years, $130 members/$145 nonmembers

  • Watercolor and Clear Glue Jellyfish (9 a.m.-noon July 6) 5-6 years, $30 members/$40 nonmembers

  • Northern Lights Chalk Picture (9 a.m.-noon July 7) 7-9 years, $30 members/$40 nonmembers

  • Yayoi Kusama Inspired Dot Painting (9 a.m.-noon July 8) 10-12 years, $30 members/$40 nonmembers

  • Jump Start: Looking at Different Cultures Through Clay (9 a.m.-noon July 11-15) 5-6 years, $130 members/$145 nonmembers. Create a clay Native American story necklace, Pueblo pot, and a Mexicana Tona animal mask.

  • Texture Boxes (9 a.m.-noon July 11-15), 7-9 years, $130 members/$145 nonmembers

  • Print Making: Intaglio Printmaking (9 a.m.-noon July 11-15) 10-12 years, $130 members/$145 nonmembers

  • Silhouettes (1-4 p.m. Mon.-Fri. July 11-22) 13 years & up, $260 members/$290 nonmembers

  • Jump Start: Relief Printmaking (9 a.m.-noon July 18-22) 5-6 years, $130 members/ $145 nonmembers

  • Comic Books (9 a.m.-noon July 18-22) 7-9 years, $130 members/ $145 nonmembers

  • Texture Clay Boxes (9 a.m.-noon July 18-22) 10-12 years, $130 members/$145 nonmembers

  • Funny Pastel Faces!! (9 a.m.-noon July 24-29) 5-6 years, $130 members/$145 nonmembers

  • Monochromatic Abstract Painting (9 a.m.-noon July 24-29) 7-9 years, $130 members/$145 nonmembers

  • Beginner Watercolor Painting (9 a.m.-noon July 24-29) 10-12 years, $130 members/$145 nonmembers

  • Abstract Art (1-4 p.m. July 24-29) 13 years & up, $130 members/$145 nonmembers

Info/registration: https://knoxart.org/, 865.525.6101 ext. 241, education@knoxart.org

The Little Gym of West Knoxville-Farragut

215 Brooklawn St, Farragut

  • Super Quest Summer Camp (9 a.m.-noon TLG Tumble & Cheer: June 6-10; Who is Your Hero: June 13-17; Pajama Party: June 20-24; Shipwrecked! A Pirate Parrtay: June 27-July 1; Under the Sea: July 5-8; Animal Adventures: July 11-15; Secret Agent Gyms Bond: July 18-22; TLG Crazy Carnival: July 25-29: Harry's School of Magic: Aug. 1-5; Dinosaur Adventure: Aug. 8-12) 3-10 years, $49/$54 nonmembers per week

  • Skill Thrill Summer Camps (1-4 p.m. Caribbean Cartwheels & Handstands: June 13-17; Amazing Aerials: June 27-July 1; Out of this World Walkovers: July 11-15; Back Handspring Bonanza: July 25-29; Back Tuck Beach Aug. 8-12) 6-12 years, $49/$54 nonmembers per week

Info/registration: 865-966-4386, www.thelittlegym.com/WKnoxvilleFarragutTN

Mabry-Hazen House: for Young Ladies

1711 Dandridge Ave., Knoxville

  • (9:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m. June 14-16) Girls middle school and high school age. Activities teach the history of the Mabry-Hazen House; manners, setting a table and dining etiquette, letter writing, needlework and other handwork. Tea party and an 1860s fashion show. Participation is limited to 16 girls.

Info/registration: 865 363-6854 or petermank1@gmail.com

Maryville College, Tremont, and Mountain Challenge

Maryville College (4 days), Tremont in the Great Smokies National Park

  • Great Smokies Experience (July 14-25) Rising High School Juniors and Seniors and recent graduates, $1,799

Info/registration: gse@maryvillecollege.edu, https://www.maryvillecollege.edu/about/community-education/gse/

Maryville Soccer Camp

Maryville College, 502 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville

  • Elite Camp (Day camp: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. June 5-8, 9-11:30 a.m. June 9; Overnight camp: check-in 6 p.m. June 5-11:30 a.m. June 9) Co-ed 8-17 years, Day camp: $185; Overnight camp: $379

  • Junior Elite Camp (9 a.m.-noon June 13-16) Co-ed 5-9 years, $125. Learn skills and tactics suitable for younger players, includes games.

Info/registration: maryvillesoccercamp.com

Maryville-Alcoa-Blount County Parks and Recreation Summer Day Camps

Everett Recreation Center, 318 S Everett High Road, Maryville

  • New! Sweet and Sassy Dance Party Camp (9:30-11:30 a.m. May 23-25) 3-6 years, $75

Harmony Family Center at Montvale (formerly Camp Montvale) 4901 Montvale Road

  • “Just Get Outdoors” Nature Adventure Camp (8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. May 24-27) 8-12 years, $135. Learn about stream and forest ecology with emphasis on animal biology, animal signs and tracking.

Alcoa High School Herman Thompson Gym at the Middle School, 532 Faraday Street, Alcoa

  • Wrestling Fundamentals Camp (5-8 p.m. June 13-16) 6-14 years, $65

Everett Recreation Center, 318 S Everett High Rd, Maryville

  • Sports & More Kids Camp (7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. May 31-June 3; June 7-10) 5-14 years, $90 per week, sibling and additional week discounts available.

Maryville High School field located behind John Sevier Elementary School

  • Softball Camp (9 a.m.-noon June 6-8) 5-13 years, $75

Everett Recreation Center, 318 S Everett High Rd, Maryville

  • Girls Volleyball Camp (8:30 a.m.-noon June 13-16) Rising 5th-9th grades, $85. Maryville College Volleyball coaching stuff.

Alcoa High School Herman Thompson Gym at the Middle School, 532 Faraday Street, Alcoa

  • Marsh Madness Basketball Camp (9 a.m.-1 p.m. June 27-30) Co-ed 8-12 years, $85. Coached by former Lady Vol Dawn Marsh and Micah Marsh, former Alcoa High School player and coach.

Maryville High School Track located at Coulter Grove Intermediate School

  • Track & Field Camp (6-8 p.m. July 11-13) Co-ed 6-12 years, $65

Springbrook Recreation Center, 1537 Dalton St, Alcoa

  • Performing Arts Camp (9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. June 6-10) 7-12 years, $95

Alcoa High School Football Field, 1205 Lodge St, Alcoa

  • Future Stars Football Skills Camp (9 a.m.-noon June 20-22) Rising 2nd-5th grades, $65

Maryville High School, 825 Lawrence Ave., Maryville

  • East Tennessee Quarterback & Receiver School (9 a.m.-noon June 13-15) Rising 6th-8th grades, $75. Coached by Maryville High School Football staff.

  • East Tennessee Football School For Offensive And Defensive Linemen (9 a.m.-noon June 13-15) Rising 6th-8th grades, $75. Coached by Maryville High School Football staff.

Everett Athletic Complex, 318 S Everett High Rd, Maryville

  • Soccer Camp (5-6:30 p.m. June 6-9) 5-8 years; (6:45-8:15 p.m. June 6-9) 9-13 years, $40

Pickleball Courts at John Sevier Park

  • New! Youth Pickleball Camp (9-11 a.m. June 13-16) 11-14 years, $90

Everett Recreation Center, 318 S Everett High Road, Maryville

  • Fitness Stars Field Day Fun Camp (9:30-11:30 a.m. June 13-16) 3-6 years, $75

Springbrook Recreation Center, 1537 Dalton St., Alcoa

  • Camp Chickababa Camp (9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. June 13-17; June 20-24) For individuals with disabilities ages 6 & up, $95 per week. Therapeutic and fun activities adapted for those with disabilities. Including: arts & crafts, indoor and outdoor games, music and more.

Springbrook Recreation Center, 1537 Dalton St., Alcoa (Performance offsite at location tba)

  • New! Musical Theater Camp (9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. July 11-15) 11-15 years, $135 per week. Therapeutic and fun activities adapted for those with disabilities. Including: arts & crafts, indoor and outdoor games, music and more.

Alcoa High School Football Field, 1205 Lodge St., Alcoa

  • New! Speed & Agility Camp (9 a.m.-noon June 20-22) Rising 6th-9th grades, $65

Info/registration: 865-983-9244, www.parksrec.com

Materials Camp hosted by The University of Tennessee, Pellissippi State Community College, and ASM Materials Camp Foundation

Due to equipment availability, campers split time between the UT campus (2 days) and Pellissippi State Community College in Hardin Valley (3 days).

  • (9 a.m.-4 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon July 11-15) Rising 9th-12th grades, Free. Limited to 22 students.

Advancements in technology are dependent on novel materials, and materials science and engineering (MSE) is one of the most interdisciplinary fields of engineering. Introduction to MSE, learn about optical and scanning electron microscopes, mechanical testing, and other analytical equipment in state-of-the-art labs.

Info/registration: 865-974-5335, https://mse.utk.edu/material_camp_registration/

McClung Museum Dino Explorers Camp

1327 Circle Park, University of Tennessee campus

  • (9 a.m.-noon June 14-17. Deadline to register: June 6) For ages 5-6. Campers will explore themes in art and paleontology with museum educators and learn through the diverse collection at the McClung. Spots are limited. This four-day camp is filled with crafts, activities, and a dino dig excavation. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to send their campers to the McClung with a snack.

Info/registration: https://mcclungmuseum.utk.edu/summer-camps/

McClung Museum Art Masters Camp

1327 Circle Park, University of Tennessee campus

  • (9 a.m.-1 p.m. June 21-24. Deadline to register: June 13) Ages 6-8. Campers will delve into the diverse fine arts collection at the museum and use it as inspiration for fun art projects. This program has scheduled time for lunch, but campers will bring their own lunchboxes.

Info/registration: https://mcclungmuseum.utk.edu/summer-camps/

Milton Collins Day Camp at the AJCC

The Knoxville Jewish Alliance, 6800 Deane Hill Drive SW

  • (9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri. The Most Fun Under the Sun: May 31-June 3; Summer Safari: June 6-10; Challenge week: June 13-17; Water week: June 20-24; Around the World: June 27-July 1; Holidays: July 5-8; Superheroes and Villains: July 11-15; Color Wars: July 18-22; MCDC’s Got Talent: July 25-29, Extended care available) Kindergarten-9th grade (All faiths welcome), $285 per week, multiple week and sibling discounts available.

Specialty programs include tennis lessons, sports instruction, music, drama, STEM and art activities. Daily swim lessons.

Info/registration: https://jewishknoxville.org/camp

Morning Star Child Development Center

10614 Flickenger Lane

  • Scampers (8 a.m.-5:15 p.m. May 26-27: Summer Block Party: May 31-June 3: Zootopia; June 6-10: Nature Week; June 13-17; Under the Sea; June 20-24: Summer Scientist; June 27-July 1: Tennessee Adventures; July 5-8: Patriotic Week; July 11-15 S.T.E.A.M.; July18-22 Christmas in July; July 25-29: Around the World; Aug. 1-5: All About Me; Aug. 8-12: Friendship Week; Aug. 15-19: End of Summer Bash) Rising Kindergarteners, $295 per week; $225/3 days per week; $194/2 days per week.

  • Junior and Day Camps (8 a.m.-5.15 p.m. May 26-27: Summer Block Party: May 31-June 3: Zootopia; June 6-10: Nature Week; June 13-17; Tennessee Adventures: June 13-17; Summer Scientist: June 20-24; Top Chef: June 27-July 1; Patriotic Week: July 5-8; S.T.E.M. Week: July 11-15; Camp Construction: July 18-22; Around the World: July 25-29; Gym Class Heroes: Aug. 1-5) Junior Camp (Rising 1st-2nd grades) and Day Camp: Rising 3rd-current 5th grades, $305 per week; $240 for 3 days per week; $212 for 2 days per week, $145 activity fee

Info/registration: http://morningstarchild.com

Nursery Rhyme Olympic Camp on July 23, 2021 at Muse Knoxville.
Nursery Rhyme Olympic Camp on July 23, 2021 at Muse Knoxville.

Multicultural Fine Art Camp

Overcoming Believers Church, 211 Harriet Tubman St.

  • (9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. daily July 18-22.) Ages 6-14. Environmental art, color theory, Chinese brush painting, watercolor painting, clay sculpting, drawing, photography, music, and more.

Info/registration: genevagalleries.com

Muse Knoxville Summer Camps 2022

516 N. Beaman St.

  • New LEGO Mini Camp (8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. June 27-29) 2nd - 4th grade, $110 for members, $125 for nonmembers, snacks, t-shirt, water bottle and backpack included. Build catapults, ziplines, marble runs and more.

  • Awesome Animals (8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. June 6-10) Pre-K 4-5 years, $200 per week for members/$250 per week for nonmembers. Create amazing animal homes.

  • Dinosaurs Rock (8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. June 13-17) Pre-K 4-5 years, $200 per week for members/$250 per week for nonmembers. Create salt dough fossils, dinosaur skeleton art, making dinosaur eggs, playdough footprints.

  • Full STEAM Ahead (8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. June 20–24) Kindergarten-3rd grade, $200 per week for members/$250 per week for nonmembers. Learn coding and explore BeeBots, Ozobots, Spheros and Littlebits.

  • Green Garden (8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. July 11-15) Kindergarten-3rd grade, $200 per week for members/$250 per week for nonmembers. Learn about plant anatomy and physiology, observing seeds, leaves, flowers, and unique relationship between specific plants and pollinators.

  • The Science of Art (8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. July 18 – 22) 2nd-4th grades, $200 per week for members/$250 per week for nonmembers. Abstract art using chemical reactions, explore with color chromatography, magnetic painting, make fizzy sidewalk chalk, and magic milk fireworks.

Info/registration: 865-594-1494, Lee@themuseknoxville.org,https://themuseknoxville.org/summer-2022

Mustard Seed Camp sponsored by Norwood Garden Club

Racheff Parks and Gardens, 1943 Tennessee Ave.

  • (10 a.m.-3 p.m. July 29) Kindergarten-13 years, Free, must bring own lunch and drink. Space limited to 24.

Info/registration: 865-947-0647

National Fitness Center Summer Camp

3030 Tazewell Pike, North Knoxville

  • (8:30-5:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri. May 31.-Aug. 1, Closed July 4) Entering Kindergarten-12 years, $130 per week/$30 daily for members; $145-165 per week/per child.

National Fitness Center Signature, 8511 Walbrook Drive

  • (8:30-5:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri. May 31.-Aug. 1, Closed July 4) Entering Kindergarten-12 years, $130 per week/$30 daily for members; $145-165 per week/per child.

National Fitness Center – Maryville, 1644 W Broadway Ave.

  • (8:30-5:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri. May 31.-Aug. 1, Closed July 4) Entering Kindergarten-12 years, $130 per week/$30 daily for members; $145-165 per week/per child.

National Fitness Center - 750 Briarcliff Ave., Oak Ridge

  • (8:30-5:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri. May 31-Aug. 1, Closed July 4) Entering Kindergarten-12 years, $130 per week/$30 daily for members; $145-165 per week/per child.

Info/registration: https://nfc1.com/summercamps/

Oak Ridge Civic Ballet Dance Camp

Historic Grove Theater, 123 Randolph Road, Oak Ridge

  • (9 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Fri. June 6-12) Rising kindergartners-8th grade, $100. Classes in a variety of dance styles such as ballet, jazz, hip hop, stomp, and musical theater.

Info/registration: http://www.orcba.org/summer-dance-camp.html.

Pellissippi State Community College

Hardin Valley Campus, 10915 Hardin Valley Road

  • ACE CNC Machining Camp (9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. June 13-17; July 11-15) 16-18 years, Free. Instruction and hands-on lab time to practice part set-up, probing, program uploads, tooling and controller use. Preparation for applying for positions such as manufacturing engineers, machine tool designers, machinists and others.

  • Young Manufacturers Academy: Mechanical Engineering (9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 6-10) 9th-12th grades, Free. Develop a fundamental knowledge of application-based engineering as you participate in individual and group hands-on projects. Explore 3D printing, welding, robotics, and how to design and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical technologies.

  • Young Manufacturers Academy: Electrical Engineering (9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 27-July 1) 9th-12th grades, Free. Develop a fundamental knowledge of application-based engineering as you participate in individual and group hands-on projects. Explore 3D printing, welding, robotics, and how to design and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical technologies.

Strawberry Plains Campus, 7201 Strawberry Plains Pike

  • Young Welders Academy (9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 18-22) 9th-12th grades, Free. Learn how to create decorative and functional pieces. An essential skill needed in several industry jobs.

Magnolia Avenue Campus, 1610 E Magnolia Ave.

  • Young Manufacturers Academy: Certified Production Technician (9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 25-29) 9th-12th grades, Free. Get a head start on career in manufacturing by receiving your MSSC Certified Production Technician (CPT) certification. Suitable for future line technicians, quality inspectors and setup operations.

Info/registration: 865-539-7167, bcs@pstcc.edu, tinyurl.com/psccyouth22

Play Tennis Knoxville/City of Knoxville Parks and Recreation Summer Fun Tennis

Tyson Family Tennis Center, 2351 Kingston Pike

  • (9 a.m.-noon June 6-9, June 27-30, July 25-28) 6-14 years, $155 per 4-day camp

West Hills Tennis Center, 410 N. Winston Road

  • (9 a.m.-noon June 20-23, July 18-21) 6-14 years, $155 per 4-day camp

Info/registration: www.playtennisknoxville.org, citytennisace@gmail.com, 865-522-3303 or 865-357-0720

Premier Athletics Knoxville West

11250 Gilbert Drive

  • (9 a.m.-noon Hero Camp: June 6-10; Ninja Camp: June 13-17; Princess & Pirate Camp: June 20-24; Cheer Camp: June 27-July 1; Enchanted Fairy Camp: July 11-15; Spy Camp: July 18-22; Animal Adventure: July 25-29; Beach Bum Camp: Aug. 1-5.) 4 years & up divided by ages, $200 per week/$175 early bird rate prior to May 1, use code: EARLYBIRD

Info/registration: 865-671-6333, https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/paknoxwest/camps/12

School of Rock, Knoxville

101 Sherlake Lane

School of Rock Summer Camp.
School of Rock Summer Camp.

  • Best of the Beatles (9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-10) 10-17 years, $295

  • Pop Punk! (9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 20-24) 10-17 years, $295

  • Pop Legends (9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 27-July 1) 10-17 years, $295

  • All about the Blues (9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 25-29) 10-17 years, $295

  • Rock 101 (Beginners) Camp (9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Session 1: June 13-17; Session 2: July 18-22) 8-13 years, $295

  • Rookies Camp (9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Session 1: June 13-17: Session 2: July 18-22) 6-8 years, $239

  • Half Day Drum/Percussion Camp (Session 1: 9 a.m.-noon Session 2: 1-4 p.m. July 11-15) 9-16 years, $189

Info/registration: 865-247-4038, Knoxville.SchoolofRock.com

Studio Arts for Dancers

1234 Rocky Hill Road

  • Little Mermaid Ballet and Art Camp (9 a.m.-1 p.m. June 20-24) 5-11 years, $175

  • Musical Theatre Camp (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 13-17) 8-16 years, $225

  • New Dialect Guest Artist Intensive (9 a.m.-5 p.m. June 6-8) Rising Level VI through Advanced, $175. Dance experience required. Ballet and contemporary technique classes and exploration of choreography.

  • Diversity in Dance Three Week Workshop (9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Mon.-Thurs. June 27-July 7 and July 18-July 21) Rising Level IV through Advanced, must be an experienced dancer, $175. Classes in Ballet, Pointe, Variations, Horton, Contemporary, Yoga, Flamenco, Dancer Stretch and conditioning.

  • Atlanta Dance Company Guest Intensive (9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 11-15) Rising Level VI through Advanced, dance experience required, $75 per day or $275 for session. Features extensive classes in ballet, pointe, contemporary and creative process with focus on developing individual artistry within each dancer.

Info/registration: 865-539-2475, www.studioartsfordancers.com

Tate's Day Camp

9215 Bob Gray Road

  • Jurassic Camp (8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. May 31-June 3) 3-15 years, $370 per week, includes lunch, swim lessons for 3-8 years

  • Mystery and Mayhem Camp (8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. June 6-10) 3-15 years, $370 per week, includes lunch, swim lessons for 3-8 years

  • Wipeout 2.0 Camp (8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. June 13-17) 3-15 years, $370 per week, includes lunch, swim lessons for 3-8 years

  • Superheroes Camp (8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. June 20-24) 3-15 years, $370 per week, includes lunch, swim lessons for 3-8 years

  • Child vs. Wild Camp (8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. June 27-July 1) 3-15 years, $370 per week, includes lunch, swim lessons for 3-8 years

  • Holiday Celebrations Camp (8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. July 5-8) 3-15 years, $296 per week, includes lunch, swim lessons for 3-8 years

  • Tate's Got Talent Camp (8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. July 11-15) 3-15 years, $370 per week, includes lunch, swim lessons for 3-8 years

  • Carnival Camp (8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. July 18-22) 3-15 years, $370 per week, includes lunch, swim lessons for 3-8 years

  • Pirate Dodgeball Camp (8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. July 25-29) 3-15 years, $370 per week, includes lunch, swim lessons for 3-8 years

  • Wild Water Camp (8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 1-5) 3-15 years, $370 per week, includes lunch, swim lessons for 3-8 years

  • Board Game Camp with Mr. Zack (8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. July 18-22) entering 4th-8th grades, $370 per week, includes lunch, swim lessons for 3-8 years

  • Counselor-In-Training Program (Session 1: June 6-24; Session 2: June 27-July 15; Session 3: July 18-Aug. 5) Rising 9th-10th grades, $995 per 3-week session. Earn up to 30 hours of community service for completing one session.

Info/registration: 865-690-9208, https://tatescamp.com/

Teenage Christian Camp at Hillbrook

Karns Area

  • Day Camp (8 a.m.-3 p.m. June 7-9) 5-8 years, $75. Training of young people spiritually, mentally, socially and physically in an ideal environment of a camp.

  • Overnight camp (June 12-18; July 10-16) 13-19 years; (June 19-24; June 26-July 1; July 3-8) 8-13 years; (July 17-22) 11-15 years, $250 per week. Training of young people spiritually, mentally, socially and physically in an ideal environment of a camp.

Info/registration: teenagechristiancamp.org, teenagechristiancamp@outlook.com

Tennessee Camp for Diabetic Children

2622 Lee Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN

  • (Residential camp June 19-25; June 26-July 2) $850 per camper, scholarships available.

Camp for Type 1 insulin dependent diabetics.

Info/registration: https://tcdctype1.org/camp, 423-843-5006

Tennessee State Library & Archives’ Historians in Training: Junior Archivist Summer Camp

Library & Archives, Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, 1001 Rep. John Lewis Way N., Nashville.

  • (9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 13-17) Rising 4th to 8th-grades, $125 per camper. Explore historical topics and people while learning how archivists care for and protect historical documents for the future. As junior archivists and historians, campers will learn how history is preserved through hands-on activities, games and field trips to other local historical sites.

Info/registration: sos.tn.gov/tsla/summercamp

Tennessee Theatre: Hairspray Summer Camp

Tennessee Theatre, 604 South Gay St., and Old City Performing Arts Center

  • (May 31-June 1. Sessions 9 a.m.-noon for grades 5-8 and 1-4 p.m. for grades 9-12). $150. Immersive arts education program that introduces students to many aspects of theater-making through the lens of "Hairspray."

Info/registration: https://www.tennesseetheatre.com/education/hairspray-summer-camp

Tennessee Titans Youth Football Camp

Hardin Valley Academy, 11345 Hardin Valley Road

  • (Wednesday, June 15) Ages 7-14. Cost: from $79. Football fundamentals, skills and position techniques, teamwork and character. Led by high school coaches with support from former Titans players.

Info/signup: www.tennesseetitans.com/youthfootballcamps.

University of Tennessee Baseball Camps

Lindsey Nelson Stadium, 1511 Pat Summitt Drive

  • Summer Prospect Camp (June 7; June 27; July 6; July 14; July 28; Aug. 6; Aug. 7; Aug. 13: Aug. 14; Aug. 20; Aug. 21) 8th grade & up, $155 (Pitcher); $250 (Position player)

  • Youth Camp (9 a.m.-noon June 20-22; July 18-20; July 25-27) 1st-7th grades, $250 per camper.

Info/registration: https://www.tennesseebaseballcamp.com/

University of Tennessee Basketball Camps

Thompson-Boling Arena, 1600 Phillip Fulmer Way

  • Day Camp 1 (9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. June 7-10) Boys entering 3rd-8th grades, $325

  • Day Camp 2 (9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. July 11-14) Boys entering 3rd-7th grades, $325

  • Father/Son Camp (2-5 p.m. June 19) Boys entering Kindergarten-12th grades, $125 father/son team, $25 each additional son.

Info/registration: https://www.tennesseebasketballcamp.com/

University of Tennessee Men's Golf Camps

1745 Eagle Flight Way

  • Summer Camp 2022 (9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 3-5) Boys 10-17 years, $750

  • One-Day Camp (9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 10 or June 11) Boys 10-17 years, $299

Info/registration: https://www.volsgolfcamp.com/

University of Tennessee Twirling Camp

Natalie Haslam Music Center (WJ Julian Band Room #227) 1741 Volunteer Blvd.

  • (9 a.m.-9 p.m. July 18-21) 4-18 years, Day camper: $285; Resident Camper: $370; Half Day Novice Camp: $80. Classes for new twirler through elite level. Top 10 twirlers will perform at halftime at a UT football game.

Info/registration: 865-579-0556, kathyms@charter.net, https://utbands.utk.edu/2022-ut-twirling-camp/

University of Tennessee Women's Basketball Camps

Thompson-Boling Arena & Pratt Pavilion, 1600 Phillip Fulmer Way

  • Lady Vol Experience (noon-5 p.m. June 12) Girls in 9th-12th grades, $45

  • Day Camp (9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. June 13-16) Girls rising 3rd-8th grades, $325, includes lunch.

  • Team Camp (9 a.m.-9 p.m. June 17 and June 18) Girls JV and Varsity teams, $300 for one day/$450 for two days.

Info/registration: https://www.ladyvolbasketballcamp.com/

University of Tennessee Tennis Camps

University of Tennessee

  • Day Camp (9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Mon.-Thurs 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. June 13-17; June 20-24; June 27-July 1) 8-18 years, $500 per week, $225 half-day option (9 a.m.-1 p.m.)

Info/registration: https://www.tennesseetenniscamp.com/

UT Gardens Summer Camp

University of Tennessee Gardens, 2518 Jacob Drive

  • Camp with a Master Gardener (9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 1-3) 6-12 years, $70 Garden members/ $80 nonmembers

  • Plant Camp (8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. June 6-10) 6-10 years, $230 Garden members/ $245 nonmembers

  • Fairy and Gnome Camp (8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. June 1-3) 6-10 years, $230 Garden members/ $245 nonmembers

  • Nature Art Camp (8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. June 1-3) 6-10 years, $230 Garden members/ $245 nonmembers

  • Theater in the Garden Camp (8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. June 1-3) 9-12 years, $230 Garden members/ $245 nonmembers

  • Camp for all Things Green (8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. June 1-3) 6-10 years, $230 Garden members/ $245 nonmembers

  • Camp Discovery Camp (8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. June 1-3) 6-10 years, $230 Garden members/ $245 nonmembers

  • Bird Camp (8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. June 1-3) 6-10 years, $230 Garden members/ $245 nonmembers

Info/registration: 865-974-4265, wwelch@tennessee.edu, https://tiny.utk.edu/UTGcamps

Verizon Innovative Learning program

Roane State Oak Ridge Branch Campus, 701 Briarcliff Ave, Oak Ridge

  • (9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 6-10, June 13-16, June 20-23) 6th-8th grades, Free and includes lunch.

Three-week-long STEM Enrichment program supported by the American Museum of Science and Energy. Enrich learning through design thinking: 3D printing, augmented reality, social entrepreneurship. Availabe to students who otherwise do not have access to these programs.

Info/registration: epeterson@sheridan.edu, 307-681-6135

The WordPlayers

Erin Presbyterian Church, 200 Lockett Road

  • Fairy Tale Theatre (10-11 a.m. June 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24) 6-8 years, $90. Acting basics, theatre games and made-up scenes to exercise creativity. Performance for family.

  • Make-A-Scene (11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. June 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24) 9-11 years, $120. Drama games, exercises and improvisation to develop acting skills. Perform favorite parts on last day.

Info/registration: 865-539-2490, https://wordplayers.org/

Zoo Knoxville’s Wildly Fun Zoo Camp 2022

3500 Knoxville Zoo Drive

  • Animal Kingdom (9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 1-3 (3-day camp); June 6-10; July 11-15; July 18-22) 4-5 years, $215 per week for annual passholders and Circle of Friends members/ $245 per week non-passholders/nonmembers; 3-day camps are $140 for passholders/members and $160 for non-passholders/members

  • Home Sweet Home (9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 1-3 (3-day camp); June 20-24; June 27-July 1; July 6-8) 4-5 years, $215 per week for annual passholders and Circle of Friends members/ $245 per week non-passholders/nonmembers; 3-day camps are $140 for passholders/members and $160 for non-passholders/members

  • Tails and Trunks (9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 25-27 (3-day camp); June 13-17; July 6-8 (3-day camp); July 25-29; Aug. 1-3 (3-day camp)) 4-5 years, $215 per week for annual passholders and Circle of Friends members/ $245 per week non-passholders/nonmembers; 3-day camps are $140 for passholders/members and $160 for non-passholders/members

  • Animal Outlaws (9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 1-3 (3-day camp); June 6-10; June 13-17; Aug. 1-3 (3-day camp)) 6-7 years, $215 per week for annual passholders and Circle of Friends members/ $245 per week non-passholders/nonmembers; 3-day camps are $140 for passholders/members and $160 for non-passholders/members

  • Nature’s Superheroes (9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 25-27 (3-day camp); June 27-July 1; July 6-8 (3-day camp); July 11-15) 6-7 years, $215 per week for annual passholders and Circle of Friends members/ $245 per week non-passholders/nonmembers; 3-day camps are $140 for passholders/members and $160 for non-passholders/members

  • CSI: Zoo Edition (9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 25-27 (3-day camp); June 20-24; July 18-22; July 25-29; Aug. 1-3 (3-day camp)) 6-7 years, $215 per week for annual passholders and Circle of Friends members/ $245 per week non-passholders/nonmembers; 3-day camps are $140 for passholders/members and $160 for non-passholders/members

  • Grossology (9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 1-3 (3-day camp); June 6-10; July 25-29; Aug. 1-3 (3-day camp)) 8-10 years, $215 per week for annual passholders and Circle of Friends members/ $245 per week non-passholders/nonmembers; 3-day camps are $140 for passholders/members and $160 for non-passholders/members

  • Ancient Creatures (9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 25-27 (3-day camp); June 13-17; June 27-July 1; July 6-8 (3-day camp); July 11-15) 8-10 years, $215 per week for annual passholders and Circle of Friends members/ $245 per week non-passholders/nonmembers; 3-day camps are $140 for passholders/members and $160 for non-passholders/members. Campers will be reconstructing a geological timescale covering millions of years to map changes in species over time.

  • Forensic Investigators (9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 20-24; June 27-July 1; July 18-22; July 25-29) 8-10 years, $215 per week for annual passholders and Circle of Friends members/ $245 per week non-passholders/nonmembers; 3-day camps are $140 for passholders/members and $160 for non-passholders/members

  • All About –Ologies (9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-10; July 11-15) 11-13 years, $215 per week for annual passholders and Circle of Friends members/ $245 per week non-passholders/nonmembers; 3-day camps are $140 for passholders/members and $160 for non-passholders/members. Explore career paths in astronomy, paleontology, zoology, biology and geology.

  • Zoo Knoxville Publishing Company (9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 13-17; July 18-22) 11-13 years, $215 per week for annual passholders and Circle of Friends members/ $245 per week non-passholders/nonmembers; 3-day camps are $140 for passholders/members and $160 for non-passholders/members. Create own magazine spread in Zoo Camp’s conservation magazine.

  • New: Zoo Careers (9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 20-24) 14-16 years, $215 per week for annual passholders and Circle of Friends members/ $245 per week non-passholders/nonmembers; 3-day camps are $140 for passholders/members and $160 for non-passholders/members. Explore different careers available at a zoo with hands-on experience. Work with exhibit design staff to plan and build exhibits.

Info/registration: zooknoxville.org, zkfamily@zooknoxville.org

This article originally appeared on Knoxville News Sentinel: Summer camps for kids in Knoxville 2022: How to keep children busy