CAMP activities
We offer activities like pool, arts and crafts, ropes course, horse back riding, go-karts, zip lines, aerial arts, and much, much more.
Aerial Arts
Is your dream to fly? Cali Camp brings circus trapeze lessons to a sky-surrounded outdoor pavilion. Here, the joyous arts of trapeze, silks and lyra as well as poi, juggling, acrobatics and hula hoop are taught by FOCUSfish instructors in a special day camp and summer camp experience.
ARTS & CRAFTS
At Cali Camp, success is in the doing, the inner expression and each kid’s connection to the outer world. Arts & Crafts is designed to support Cali Campers in finding themselves and growing in confidence and supply plenty of fun and shared moments, as well as openings for campers to discover life-changing opportunities.
BACKYARD GAMES AND SPORTS
At BYGS (pronounced bigs) we channel our inner sports star by challenging our group mates to tons of sports and games. Full-Court Basketball, Soccer, Flag Football, Kickball, Beach Volleyball, and Quidditch just to name a few. Play, have fun, score, improve skills, make friends, share laughs with the team, grow your confidence – be. It’s the Cali Sports way.
Bamboo Forest
Sometimes the simplest summer camp activities are the most satisfying. Cali Kids have long flocked to the canyon’s bamboo forest, escaping in its wild overgrown stalks, playing hide-and-seek or experiencing the material’s adaptability. Cali kids crave this time of unstructured play to do what they want and be spontaneous in a safe environment.
DANCE
Steps, styles and routines are shared here, with campers choreographing their own moves and performing them on stage at lunch. Whether competing in an intense game of freezedance or shakin' it off and learning a new routine, there is something fun for everyone at Dance.
GA-GA
Ga-Ga gets its roots from dodgeball and was invented in Israel. It was introduced to the US and Australia in the early 60's through international camping connections and Cali Campers have been playing it since! Its a great game with variations for all ages and you don't need to be a pro to be a champ!
Go-Karts
NEW electric go-karts have been added to the Cali Camp fleet. Cali karts also get a NEW off-road track, and some awesome kart specialists and mechanics. Go-karts are cooler than ever!
GYMNASTICS
Two in-ground trampolines, a balance beam. and plenty of tumbling are all part of Cali’s cool gymnastics program. Our Gymnastics program is open to all campers at summer camp, comes with a gymnastics specialist and will include a big “Gymnastics Meet” during the camp’s annual “Olympic Week.”
Horses
Campers ages 8 and up will experience a guided trail ride in the beautiful Santa Monica Mountain preserve surrounding Cali Camp. With our experienced trainers, horses that are bffs, two rings, English and Western and miles of mountain trails – outdoor, natural rides are what Cali is all about. This is a summer camp favorite!
Log Rolling
Campers rock and roll their way to success on top of this log rolling adventure. Built with the option to add trainers for beginners or free style to spin as fast as you can, there are tons of games and competitions Cali kids love to do on top of the log. Campers channel their inner lumberjack in this 100-year old log rolling tradition.
MARTIAL ARTS
We share the transformative power of Won Moo Hapkido at Cali Camp. On a physical level, Won Moo Hapkido’s primary focus is self-defense. Yet, it teaches more than that. It challenges and perfects one’s character through rigorous physical and mental discipline. To begin your Won Moo Hapkido journey, sign up here.
mUSIC
Rhythm is one of the first experiences we all have. Long before we learn to talk, we hear it in our walk. At Cali Camp we break lose with rhythms. Join us to bang the drums, play percussion, stomp, and make your own instruments. We also feel that camp songs are a way of life. Singing together promotes confidence, friendship and lifelong memories.
Nature skills
There are Cali Camp sports and then there are forays into the natural environment — a time for kids to slow down and experience the pace of the earth. At Nature Skills campers learn about organic gardening, compost, and native plants. We also teach some primitive skills honed and shared with us by our ancestors like fire-making and stone tools to name a few.
Rocks and Ropes
Campers ages 7 and up can expand their limits on an awesome ropes course and get roped, helmeted and harnessed to hit this outdoor fun. Anchored by automatic hydraulic belay ropes, and wearing safety helmets and a waist harness, they can hit the 35-foot tower for a unique kids camp challenge.
POOL
Every day, each Cali Camper gets time in our expansive-sized, outdoor pool to cool off in, goof off in and have a little splash time. Certified lifeguards supervise! On each child's first day we ability check. Swimming lessons for non-swimmers for half the period and free-time if you pass the swim check, Don’t forget to pack a suit and towel every day. The pool is a daily dive-in.
TARGET SPORTS
It is time to release your inner archer, improve your accuracy and pat yourself on the back. At Cali Camp, specialists teach this ancient but wondrous craft. That’s just the start of our target sports activities. There’s a fun and safe way for every age child to try them out! Bocce ball, beanbags and horse shoes to name a few.
THEATER
Hidden talent? Excited about performing in front of friends? Want to be in a play but too shy? At Cali, it’s not “the play is the thing” it’s “play IS the thing.” Our dramatics specialist help to reveal each camper’s hidden talent while developing their acting, mime and improvisational skills in a totally supportive atmosphere.
TENNIS
At tennis not only do they learn coordination, balance and stamina, but also work on fitness, teamwork and good sportsmanship. We often play as a whole group, whether its through drills and practice or group wide games such as King of the Court. One of the original age-old Cali Camp activities… this ones not to be missed.