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MDC 2009 Summer Camps

 

It’s never too early to take advantage of the many learning opportunities at the country’s largest higher learning institution. Whether dreaming of becoming rock stars or helping to save the planet, children of all ages will find their groove at Miami Dade College’s (MDC) 2009 Summer Camps. This year, camps focus on DNA analysis, television production, songwriting, music production and performance, exploring ecosystems and discovering nature, among many other activities.

Summer Camps by Age/Grade Adults Parents College - An Adult Summer Camp Ages 5 - 10 Kidscene Summer Camp Ages 5 - 11 Wild Things Happen Ages 6 - 11 Science and Nature Camp Wild Adventures Ages 7 - 9 Kids/Teen Adventures and Fantasy Make-up classes Ages 7 - 12 Los Prometeitos Summer Theatre Camp Ages 7 - 14 Cheerleading Day Camp Ages 7 - 18 Kids/Teen College Ages 11 - 14 Career Camp - CSI Miami Career Camp - MDC Productions Ages 11 - 18 Rock Camp USA Ages 12 - 16 The Apprentice Ages 13 - 17 Making College Work Teen Chef Miami Ages 14 - 17 Career Camp - The Biotech Experience High School Theater Summer Camp Grades 6 - 12 Latin Jazz Experience Grades 8 - 12 New World School of the Arts Summer Arts Academy in Gainesville

Summer Camps by Theme The Arts Career Camp - MDC Productions Kids/Teen Adventures and Fantasy Make-up classes Kidscene Summer Camp High School Theater Summer Camp Latin Jazz Experience Los Prometeitos Summer Theatre Camp New World School of the Arts Summer Arts Academy in Gainesville Rock Camp USA General Kidscene Summer Camp Kids/Teen College Making College Work Teen Chef Miami Wild Adventures Wild Things Happen Science Career Camp - The Biotech Experience Career Camp - CSI Miami Science and Nature Camp Sports Cheerleading Day Camp Summer Softball Camp Summer Volleyball Camp Technology Career Camp - The Biotech Experience Career Camp - MDC Productions Kidscene Summer Camp

Summer Camps by Location Hialeah Campus Kids/Teen Adventures and Fantasy Make-up classes Kids/Teen College Homestead Campus Cheerleading Day Camp Kids/Teen College Wild Adventures Kendall Campus Latin Jazz Experience Kids/Teen College Parents College - An Adult Summer Camp Rock Camp USA Summer Softball Camp Summer Volleyball Camp Science and Nature Camp Wild Things Happen North Campus Career Camp - CSI Miami Career Camp - MDC Productions Career Camp - The Apprentice High School Theater Summer Camp Kidscene Summer Camp Kids/Teen College Prometeo Theatre Los Prometeitos Summer Theatre Camp Wolfson Campus Career Camp - The Biotech Experience Making College Work Teen Chef Miami

 

Adult Summer Camp

The Kendall Campus will also offer the Parent’s College: An Adult Summer Camp, a variety of classes to encourage adults to express themselves. The classes offered include Digital Scrapbooking, Make-up Techniques and Give Your Website a Facelift, among others. A basic drawing and painting class will be offered in Spanish. Classes run from June 15 through Aug. 6.

Adults
Course fee: $59     Hours: 8
Ref No		Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
535551	Digital Photography: Enhance & Correct Images	6/29 - 7/2	MTWR	9:00 am - 11:00 am	5202	Kendall
535552	Digital Photography: Enhance & Correct Images	8/3 - 8/6	MTWR	1:30 pm - 3:30 pm	5203	Kendall

Adults
Course fee: $59     Hours: 8
Ref No		Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
535556	Digital Scrapbooking for Parents	8/3 - 8/6	MTWR	9:00 am - 11:00 am	5203	Kendall

Adults
Course fee: $59     Hours: 8
Ref No		Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
535543	Family Videos: Create and Edit	6/22 - 6/25	MTWR	9:00 am - 11:00 am	5218	Kendall
535545	Digital Photography: Enhance & Correct Images	7/27 - 7/30	MTWR	1:30 pm - 3:30 pm	5218	Kendall

Adults
Course fee: $59     Hours: 8
Ref No		Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
535555	Give your Web Site a Face Lift	7/27 - 7/30	MTWR	9:00 am - 11:00 am	5218	Kendall

Adults
Course fee: $59     Hours: 8
Ref No		Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
535543	Makeup Techniques	6/15 - 6/18	MTWR	9:00 am - 11:00 am	TBA	Kendall
535535	Makeup Techniques	8/3 - 8/6	MTWR	1:30 pm - 3:30 pm	5215	Kendall

Adults
Course fee: $59     Hours: 8
Ref No		Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
535553	Salsa-Merenge: Yes You Can Dance!	7/6 - 7/9	MTWR	9:00 am - 11:00 am	2108	Kendall

Adults
Course fee: $59     Hours: 8
Ref No		Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
535550	Scrapbooking Extravaganza	6/29 - 7/2	MTWR	1:30 pm - 3:30 pm	5232	Kendall

Adults
Course fee: $59     Hours: 8
Ref No		Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
535554	Tecnicas Basicas de Pintura y Dibujo	7/13 - 7/16	MTWR	1:30 pm - 3:30 pm	5232	Kendall

Adults
Course fee: $59     Hours: 8
Ref No		Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
535548	Web Pages: Create Your Own	6/22 - 6/25	MTWR	1:30 pm - 3:30 pm	5203	Kendall
535549	Web Pages: Create Your Own	8/3 - 8/6	MTWR	9:00 am - 11:00 am	5218	Kendall

 

Career Camp - The Biotech Experience back to top

Participants will get hands on experience with current Biotechnology techniques including DNA spooling, DNA isolation, and DNA fingerprinting and have some fun at the same time.

Ages 14 - 17
Course fee: $165     Hours: 60
Ref No	Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
539305	6/15 - 6/20	MTWRFS	9:00 am - Noon	TBA	Wolfson

 

Career Camp - CSI Miami back to top

Participants will get hands on experience within the three disciplines that make up CSI and Forensic studies, Criminal Justice, Biology and Chemistry. They will learn the science concepts as well as the fun hands on experience of collecting data, profiling and observation.

Ages 11 - 14
Course fee: $255.00     Hours: 60
Ref No	Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
530911	6/8 - 6/26	MTWRF	9:00 am - 1:00 pm	TBA	North

 

Career Camp - MDC Productions back to top

Participants will learn first hand how production studios work. Students will spend one week in the music production studio to learn how to make beats and produce an actual CD, a week with MDC-TV and produce a TV productions DVD and a week completing a Graphic Arts project.

Ages 11 - 14
Course fee: $255.00     Hours: 60
Ref No	Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
530915	6/29 - 7/17	MTWRF	9:00 am - 1:00 pm	TBA	North

 

Career Camp - The Apprentice back to top

Participants will learn what it takes to build a business and/or become an entrepreneur. Students will complete challenges and projects for real organizational needs, as well as assignments to build their own business portfolio.

Ages 12 - 16
Course fee: $255.00     Hours: 60
Ref No	Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
530916	7/20 - 8/7	MTWRF	9:00 am - 1:00 pm	TBA	North

 

Cheerleading Day Camp back to top

Your child will experience a fun, motivating, teamfriendly environment and will learn cheers, chants, dance routines and much more.

This course is for students that love to perform and have a lot of energy. Cheerleaders will learn arm motions, proper posture, jumps, kicks, basic stunting, side line cheers, dances and more. The course will also consist of general fitness activities related to conditioning for Cheerleading. Cheerleaders will apply skills and fun routines learned at a cheer performance at the end of the course.
Ages 7 - 14
Course fee: $140.00     Hours: 30
Ref No	Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
538842	7/15 - 7/24	WRF	9:30 am - 3:00 pm	TBA	Homestead

 

High School Theater Summer Camp

Designed for high school students interested in the performing arts, this six-week camp at the North Campus will explore the work of Spanish poet, dramatist and theater director Federico Garcia Lorca through selected scenes from his classic plays. In addition to acting, the camp will offer Flamenco dance classes, music and instruction in set, costume and lighting design. For more information, please call 305-237-1019.

This course is for students that love to perform and have a lot of energy. Cheerleaders will learn arm motions, proper posture, jumps, kicks, basic stunting, side line cheers, dances and more. The course will also consist of general fitness activities related to conditioning for Cheerleading. Cheerleaders will apply skills and fun routines learned at a cheer performance at the end of the course.
Ages 14 - 17
Course fee: $699.00 ($116.50 per week)  Hours: 30 per week
Ref No	Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
539691	6/15 - 7/24	MTWRF	9:00 am - 3:00 pm	TBA	North

 

Kids/Teen Adventures and Fantasy Make-up classes back to top

Science experiments and hands-on activities make these summer courses fun for children ages 7 to 9 while learning math, reading and science. The Fantasy Make-up class covers the fundamentals of special effects make-up, simulated injuries, and foam latex prosthetic application. A list of materials to be purchased for the make-up workshop will be posted. Schedules vary from June 8 to June 26. The cost for each class is $110. For more information, please call 305-237-8821.

Come learn the fundamentals of special effects make-up, simulated injuries, foam latex prosthetic application, vampires, witches, zombies and blood work. This Halloween you will be the neighborhood scream maker! A list of needed items will be posted which needs to be purchased prior to attending the class so you are prepared for the hands on section of the workshop.
Ages 7 - 9
Course fee: $110.00     Hours: 15
Ref No	Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
538264	6/22 - 6/26	MTWRF	9:00 am - Noon	TBA	Hialeah

 

Kidscene Summer Camp back to top

A camp for young ones ages 5 to 11, which covers Sports & Fitness, Theater Arts & Dance and Environment. Activities incorporate reading, science and math concepts, as well as swimming and field trips. It includes a t-shirt, lunch and afternoon snacks. The weekly cost is $80 per child. Sibling discount is available. For more information, please call 305-237-8250.

Ages 5 - 10
Course fee: $80.00     Hours: 52.5
Ref No	Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
532754	6/8 - 6/12	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	B300	North
532755	6/15 - 6/19	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	B300	North
532756	6/22 - 6/26	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	B300	North
532762	6/29 - 7/2	MTWR	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	B300	North
532757	7/6 - 7/10	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	B300	North
532758	7/13 - 7/17	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	B300	North
532759	7/20 - 7/24	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	B300	North
532760	7/27 - 7/31	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	B300	North
532761	8/3 - 8/7	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	B300	North

 

KidsTeen College back to top

An educational yet fun environment where kids, teens and parents can customize their schedule and choose classes they like most! Kids and teens can attend in the morning or afternoon, or spend the entire day. Ages 7 - 18. For more information, please visit: http://www.mdc.edu/ce/kendall/kidsteencollege/.

 

Latin Jazz Experience back to top

For music enthusiasts in grades 6 -12. Play with top Latin Jazz artists and instructors. Space limited. Please call 305-237-0905.

Grades 6 - 12
Course fee: $185.00     Hours: 40
Ref No	Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
537055	7/6 - 7/17	MTWRF	9:00 am - 1:00 pm	HAMM	Kendall
537056	7/27 - 8/7	MTWRF	9:00 am - 1:00 pm	HAMM	Kendall

 

Making College Work back to top

This course will acquaint first time college students with the many facets of college admission: ETS testing, The Common Application, FAFSA, and Fast Web. Students will find how they can improve test scores, complete college applications and navigate government, corporate and non profit scholarship maze. For registration and additional information please call 305-237-3120.

Ages 13 - 17
Course fee: $188.50      Hours: 16
Ref No	Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
537065	6/15 - 6/18	MTWR	10:00 am - 2:30 pm	TBA	Wolfson

 

Los Prometeitos Summer Theatre Camp back to top

Miami’s only conservatory-style theater training school offers summer fun for children ages 7 – 12 at MDC’s Wolfson Campus. The camp, which includes singing, dancing and acting, runs June 8 – 19, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. (extended pick-up is available). The cost per child is $300. Limited availability! For registration forms and fees, or for more information, please call 305-237-3262 or visit www.prometeotheatre.com.

Ages 7 - 12
Course fee: $300.00     Hours: 40
Ref No	Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
637756	6/8 - 6/19	MTWRF	8:00 am - 2:00 pm	Prometeo Theatre	Wolfson

 

New World School of the Arts Summer Arts Academy in Gainesville back to top

Open to students grades 8 – 12 (as of 2008 – 09 school year) who want to hone their music skills in jazz and voice (some previous music training required). Students will stay in housing facilities on campus under the supervision of the Academy staff. The weeklong camp runs July 26 – 31, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Individual cost is $425, including tuition, room and meals. Transportation to and from Gainesville is not included. The deadline to register is May 1. For more information, please call Jeffrey Hodgson at 305-237-7855.

Grades 8 – 12
Course fee: $425.00     Hours: 40
Ref No	Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
	7/26 - 7/31	MTWRF	8:00 am - 5:00 pm	TBA	TBA

 

Rock Camp USA back to top

This high-energy camp is designed for rockers ages 11 to 18. Rock Camp USA features intensive performance-oriented instruction given by some of the finest professional musicians in the country. The two-week camp culminates with the young rockers giving a live performance at Tobacco Road restaurant and lounge in downtown Miami. First session is from July 6 to 18. The second session runs from July 27 to Aug. 8. The fee is $595 (sibling and multi-session discount available). Space is limited. For more information, please call 305-237-0905.

Ages 11 - 18
Now in its twelfth year, Rock Camp USA features intensive performance-oriented instruction given by some of the finest professional musicians in the country. Rock Camp USA has grown into one of the countries' top Camps, offering participants this once in a lifetime experience! Each Camp is two weeks long and culminates with the young Rockers giving a live performance in front of hundreds of people in their own Concert.Ages 11-18 only
Course fee: $595.00     Hours: 45
Ref No	Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
530679	7/6 - 7/18	MTWRF	9:00 am - 1:00 pm	M107	Kendall
	7/18	S	11:00 am - 4:00 pm	TBA
530682	7/27 - 8/8	MTWRF	9:00 am - 1:00 pm	M107	Kendall
	8/8	S	11:00 am - 4:00 pm	TBA

 

Science and Nature Camp back to top

Children will explore Florida’s magnificent ecosystems in a unique, nine-acre nature preserve. Activities also include swimming, arts and crafts, supervised computer activities, storytelling, science experiments and field trips (extra fee required). Lunch included.

Ages 6 - 11
If your child loves animals and is fascinated by nature, this is the camp you are looking for! In a safe and supervised environment, she/he will explore Florida’s magnificent ecosystems in a unique, nine-acre nature preserve. Swimming, arts and crafts, computers, story telling and science experiments are included. Activities are scheduled from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with drop-off as early as 7:30 a.m. Pick up is no later than 6:00 p.m. Lunch and afternoon snacks are provided daily. Field trips (extra fee required). For children 6-11 years old only.
Course fee: $185.00     Hours: 40
Ref No	Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
530379	6/8 - 6/12	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	5102	Kendall
520924	6/15 - 6/19	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	5102	Kendall
520930	6/22 - 6/26	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	5102	Kendall
520946	7/6 - 7/10	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	5102	Kendall
520950	7/13 - 7/17	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	5102	Kendall
520954	7/20 - 7/24	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	5102	Kendall
520960	7/27 - 7/31	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	5102	Kendall
520966	8/3 - 8/7	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	5102	Kendall
520977	8/10 - 8/14	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	5102	Kendall
Science and Nature Camp-July 4th week (only 4 days)
See description above.
Course fee: $150.00     Hours: 32
520941	6/29 - 7/2	MTWR	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	5102	Kendall

 

Shark Softball Summer Camp back to top

Instructors at all sessions will include Miami Dade Softball coaches and current team members as well as Frank Reed, Head Softball Coach, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Week #2: Teams will be accepted in week 2-Team camp games vs. NIPPON BLUE JAYS Brazilian 16 and Under Team. For more information, contact head coach, Carlos Caro at (305) 984-7035 or e-mail him at ccaro@mdc.edu.

Now in its twelfth year, Rock Camp USA features intensive performance-oriented instruction given by some of the finest professional musicians in the country. Rock Camp USA has grown into one of the countries' top Camps, offering participants this once in a lifetime experience! Each Camp is two weeks long and culminates with the young Rockers giving a live performance in front of hundreds of people in their own Concert.Ages 11-18 only
$160 per session $450 per team
Ref No	Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
http://www.mdc.edu/athletics	6/8 - 6/12	MTWRF	9:00 am - 3:00 pm	Gym	Kendall
http://www.mdc.edu/athletics	7/13 - 7/16	MTWR	9:00 am - 3:00 pm	Gym	Kendall

 

Shark Volleyball Girls Summer Camp back to top

Daily instruction includes emphasis on individual volleyball skill; focus on fundamentals of setting, passing, serving, hitting, blocking, and floor defense. Camp also develops the emphasis on the fundamentals of team play-offense, defense, and complete team training. For more information visit: http://www.mdc.edu/athletics or contact us at 305-237-2140.

Ages 11 - 18
Now in its twelfth year, Rock Camp USA features intensive performance-oriented instruction given by some of the finest professional musicians in the country. Rock Camp USA has grown into one of the countries' top Camps, offering participants this once in a lifetime experience! Each Camp is two weeks long and culminates with the young Rockers giving a live performance in front of hundreds of people in their own Concert.Ages 11-18 only
$180 for a week Or BOTH sessions for $320
Ref No	Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
http://www.mdc.edu/athletics	7/6 - 7/10	MTWRF	9:00 am - 4:00 pm	Gym	Kendall
http://www.mdc.edu/athletics	7/20 - 7/24	MTWRF	9:00 am - 4:00 pm	Gym	Kendall

 

Teen Chef Miami Camp back to top

Teenagers will be taught the how to cook from the basics to preparing entire meals by themselves. Then they will engage in cook-offs with their fellow campers to determine the best Teen Chef.

Ages 13 - 17
Now in its twelfth year, Rock Camp USA features intensive performance-oriented instruction given by some of the finest professional musicians in the country. Rock Camp USA has grown into one of the countries' top Camps, offering participants this once in a lifetime experience! Each Camp is two weeks long and culminates with the young Rockers giving a live performance in front of hundreds of people in their own Concert.Ages 11-18 only
Course fee: $300.00     Hours: 30
Ref No	Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
534908	6/8 - 6/19	MTWRF	1:00 pm - 4:00 pm	1260	Wolfson
534909	7/27 - 8/8	MTWRF	1:00 pm - 4:00 pm	1260	Wolfson

 

Wild Adventures Camp back to top

A fun filled summer camp where children will enjoy activities that include indoor and outdoor games, art, music, crafts, computers, reading and math for fun. Programs are designed to enrich the lives of young people by helping them develop confidence and self-esteem in a safe, challenging and fun environment. For more information call 305-237-5159.

Ages 6 - 11
Course fee: $110.00     Hours: 52.5
Ref No	Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
537007	6/8 - 6/12	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	TBA	Homestead
537008	6/15 - 6/19	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	TBA	Homestead
537009	6/22 - 6/26	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	TBA	Homestead
537010	6/29 - 7/3	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	TBA	Homestead
537011	7/6 - 7/10	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	TBA	Homestead
537012	7/13 - 7/17	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	TBA	Homestead
537013	7/20 - 7/24	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	TBA	Homestead
537014	7/27 - 7/31	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	TBA	Homestead
537015	8/3 - 8/7	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	TBA	Homestead

 

Wild Things Happen back to top

An old fashioned, fun filled summer camp. Activities include swimming, crafts, sports, computers and field trips. Lunch included.

Children ages 5-11 will enjoy activities that included: computers, field trips, indoor and outdoor games, swimming, arts and craft, lunch and snack included.
Ages 5 - 11
Course fee: $125.00     Hours: 40
Ref No	Dates	Days	Time	Room	Campus
530453	6/29 - 7/2	MTWR	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	TBA	Kendall
ildren ages 5-11 will enjoy activities that included: computers, field trips, indoor and outdoor games, swimming, arts and craft, lunch and snack included.
Course fee: $149.00     Hours: 50
530444	6/8 - 6/12	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	TBA	Kendall
530448	6/15 - 6/19	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	TBA	Kendall
530450	6/22 - 6/26	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	TBA	Kendall
530456	7/6 - 7/10	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	TBA	Kendall
530459	7/13 - 7/17	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	TBA	Kendall
530461	7/20 - 7/24	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	TBA	Kendall
530463	7/27 - 7/31	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	TBA	Kendall
530465	8/3 - 8/7	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	TBA	Kendall
530466	8/10 - 8/14	MTWRF	7:30 am - 6:00 pm	TBA	Kendall