Academic and Enrichment

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  • Eagle Explorer Camp

    Our Eagle Explorer Camp offers an enriching experience through its exploration of our weekly themes and are designed to captivate students in cross-disciplinary activities. This program ignites a lifelong passion for learning while fostering essential skills in language arts, science, engineering, and art and movement. Each week unveils a distinct curriculum, ensuring a dynamic and engaging educational journey without repetition. Students in our Eagle Explorer Camp participate in a series of activities carefully crafted to build upon one another. You can find more detailed information on the weekly program in the registration system by week. The weekly themes for this summer are:

    Week 1: Under The Sea 
    Week 2: Superheroes Assemble!
    Week 3: Starts, Stripes, and Summer Fun 
    Week 4: Animal Planet 
    Week 5: Out of the World 
    Week 6: Prehistoric Adventure 
 

Computer Programming

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  • A.I. Adventures - Intro to Machine Learning

    Entering 3rd – 6th grade
    Explore the world of artificial intelligence to design fully interactive games and experiences using cutting-edge technology. This program combines artificial intelligence with coding to create an unforgettable learning adventure. Students will construct machine learning models that use image and text recognition within block-based coding software to build a portfolio of projects. Student-created projects will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

    Date: July 14 - 18
    Time: 8:30 - 11:30 am 
    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: $285

  • Drone Adventures

    Entering 3rd – 5th grade
    The Drones are here! Let the battles begin. In this hands-on, interactive class, you will learn how to safely fly drone robots. Working in teams, you will be able to code your drone to compete in missions that will prepare you for the ultimate team challenge at the end of the week. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

    Date:     June 16 - 20 (No camp June 19)
    Time: 12:00 - 3:00 pm 
    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: $285

  • LEGO Films and Stop Action!

    Entering 3rd – 6th grade
    Make your LEGOs come to life! Bring your favorite action figures or LEGOs and create a short film with your friends. Whether you want to recreate a scene from Star Wars or design your own world, this class brings your dreams to the screen. Students must bring LEGOs and/or action figures from home, but all other equipment is provided. Student-created films will be available on a password-protected website to share with friends and family. Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

    Date:     June 23 - 27
    Time: 12:00 - 3:00 pm 
    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: $285

  • Make your First 3D Video Game

    In this Black Rocket classic, you will go well beyond the limitations of the traditional 2D game design classes and create an immersive 3D world. Students will learn the physics behind 3D games, explore beginner event scripting, level design, controlling the flow of gameplay, and storytelling. Student projects will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Projects are only compatible with Windows devices. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.
     
    Grades: 3-5
    Location: Chatsworth Campus
    Dates: June 17 - 21 (no class June 19th due to Federal Holiday)
    Time: 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.
    Cost: $285

  • Minecraft Modders

    Entering 3rd – 6th grade
    Customize your Minecraft world and mod the classic game in this one-of-a-kind class. Learn scripting and logic statements as you create your first mods. Students will develop various new elements, gameplay mechanics, and world-generating mods to change how you play Minecraft. Projects will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students must have the Java version of Minecraft to take this class. Tablet, phone, and game console versions of Minecraft are not compatible. Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

    Date: June 30 - July 3 (No camp July 4)
    Time: 8:30 - 11:30 am 
    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: $285

  • Minecraft Redstone Engineers

    Entering 3rd – 6th grade
    Take the next step beyond simply “playing” Minecraft and become a true Redstone engineer. Expand your Redstone knowledge by constructing your carnival with various mini-games, roller coasters, and attractions powered by Redstone. Learn how to use Command and Structure blocks to incorporate them into your builds. Activate your skills and take your Minecraft structures to the next level!

    Date: July 21 - 25
    Time: 8:30 - 11:30 am
    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: $285

  • ROBLOX Coders

    Entering 3rd – 6th grade
    Discover the Lua coding language while designing experiences in ROBLOX®, an online universe where you can create anything you dream of. This class combines game design concepts, coding, and fun! New developers will learn to use Roblox’s Studio software to reimagine the popular game genres with your custom code! Student-created games will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

    Date: June 30 - July 3 ( No camp July 4) 
    Time: 12:00 - 3:00 pm 
    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: $285
     

  • Robotics for Competition

    Entering 5th – 12th grade
    Join Chaminade’s internationally recognized Eagle Engineering robotics team! Learn basic engineering concepts in a way that’s so fun you’ll forget that it’s preparing you as the next generation of innovators, inventors, and technicians. Students work in teams and create and operate a robot to compete in a game inspired by this year’s VEX Robotics Competition. No experience is necessary. The course fee includes a healthy snack and lunch every day of the week!
     
    Dates: Week 4 July 7- 11
                Week 6 July 21 - 25
    Time: 8:30 - 3:00 pm
    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: $525

  • Video Game Animation

    Entering 3rd – 6th grade
    Bring your animations to life with design tools used by real game developers! Create sophisticated animations using simple-to-learn techniques that you can use in any 2D  editor. Squash,  stretch,  and shade your creations to make your characters pop! Students do not need prior experience in game design,  animation,  or sketching. Student-created games will be available on a password-protected  Black  Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. 

    Date: July 14 - 18
    Time: 12:00  - 3:00 pm 
    Location: West Hills campus 
    Fee: $285

  • Young Coders

    Entering 3rd – 6th grade
    Every child can code! Develop your skills as a young coder by exploring block coding, JavaScript, and Python concepts while making your playable mini-games. This introductory coding course is designed to get elementary-aged students excited about technology through a series of hands-on and engaging learning challenges. Student-created games will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

    Date: June 23 - 27
    Time:  8:30 - 11:30 am
    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: $285

  • Young Game Designers

    Entering 3rd – 6th grade
    This beginner game development course is designed to get elementary-aged students excited about technology through hands-on and engaging learning activities. Recreate classic video games while exploring level design and digital arts concepts. Experience child-friendly software while learning the game development process. Show off the awesome games you create on a special, password-protected website to share with your friends and family!

    Date: July 7 - 11
    Time: 8:30 - 11:30 am 
    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: $285

  • YouTube Content Creators

    Entering 3rd – 6th grade
    Find your voice and leave your mark on the world! Whether you are six or sixteen, it’s time to start a career as the next YouTube star. Explore the variety of content and personalities on YouTube and how to find your niche. Learn the Dos and Don’ts of the platform and how to practice good digital citizenship. Develop your on-camera presence, channel branding, and professional editing skills. Take home a plan for launching your channel with the content created in class! Student projects will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

    Date: July 7 - 11
    Time: 12:00 - 3:00 pm 
    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: $285
 
 
 
 

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  • Spark Academy

    Spark the Imagination! Dream it, design it, build it! Campers will unleash their imagination and problem-solving abilities to bring their ideas to fruition. Each week, campers have the opportunity to develop new skills and tackle new challenges, with our weekly theme influencing the project curriculum. The themes for the camp are indicated in the registration system.

    Weekly themes for SPARK are:
    Week 1: Going Green 
    Week 2: Inventors and Imagination
    Week 3: Mission Impossible 
    Week 4: Enchanted Forest 
    Week 5: Around the World in 80 Days 
    Week 6: Wonderful Wizarding World 

    No experience is necessary, and all the supplies and materials are included.
     
 

Arts

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  • Anime & Cartoon Animation

    Entering K – 3rd grade
    Step into the world of animation! Students will create hand-painted animation cels using acrylic paint. Learn about color, line work, and layering techniques to bring your favorite anime and cartoon inspirations to life. 
    Grades: K-3 
                  3-6
    Date:     June 23 - 27
    Time:  8:30 - 11:30 am
    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: $250

  • Artistic Crafts Camp

    Students will explore ceramics, printing/ stamp making, and acrylic painting, creating multiple pieces each week using the designated material. At the end of the camp, students can showcase their work at an “art show” for friends, family, and other summer students to attend. 
    Grades: K-3
                 4-8
    Date: July 21 - 25
    Time: 8:30 - 11:00 am
    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: $250

  • Cricut Camp Create!

    Entering 2nd – 4th grade
    It doesn’t take an artist to create one-of-a-kind projects. Using the computer program Design Space, students can easily tap into their creative side to create images on tablet computers. Watch their designs come to life as they create one-of-a-kind tote bags, water bottles, t-shirts, and more. Creativity and technology come together in this camp as students print their designs on Cricut Makers. 

    Grades: 2-4
                 4-8
    Date: July 14 - 18
    Time: 8:30 - 11:30 am
    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: $250

  • Dance and Cheer Camp

    Entering 2nd – 6th grade
    Let’s dance and cheer now that summer is near! Dance fundamentals and cheer will be the foundation of this camp. Learn cheers and fun choreography to perform for your friends and family at the end of the week. Join Chaminade’s Dance Director and L.A. Ram’s cheerleader, Jacquelyn Ward, to experience this fun-filled, funky week of dance! 

    Date: June 30 - July 3
    Time: 8:30 - 11:30 am
    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: $195

  • Dance Explorerations Camp

    Entering 1st – 5th grade
    Welcome to Dance Explorations—a whimsical world where young dancers embark on a journey of self-expression, creativity, and rhythmic exploration. This vibrant camp is specially crafted for children in the elementary age group, offering a delightful blend of movement as they learn and try various dance genres.
    Campers will be able to express themselves through various dance styles, fostering a sense of confidence and individuality.
    Campers develop essential social skills through fun group activities and collaborative dance routines. Friendships blossom as they enjoy mastering new dance moves together in a supportive and inclusive environment. No prior dance experience is necessary.

    Join us at our Dance Explorations, where every twirl, leap, and pirouette contributes to a magical week of learning, friendship, and creative expression!

    Attire: Campers should come in athletic clothing so they can easily move in. Dance shoes are not necessary. Campers should be prepared to dance barefoot or in sneakers (hip-hop).

    Date: June 16 - 20th
               June 23-27
               July 14-18
    Time: 8:30 - 11:30
               12:00- 3:00
    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: $195

  • Introduction to Musical Theater

    Entering 2nd – 6th grade
    This one-week course gives students the opportunity to develop their skills and techniques in the following areas: music, movement, and acting. Students will work on scenes and songs from SEUSSICAL by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Faherty.
    This course will use Musical Theatre repertoire appropriate for the student's age, skill, talent, and ability. Students will develop essential skills and knowledge in the rehearsal process and promote confidence in their performance abilities. Students will have an opportunity to show off their talents to friends and family at the end of the workshop.

    INSTRUCTOR: Yvette L. Bishop, Chaminade Players Director

    Date: July 14 - 18
    Time: 8:30 - 11:30 am
    Performances: July 11 at 2:00 pm  
    Location: West Hills, Tutor Family Center for the Performing Arts
    Fee: $425

  • Mine Design

    Entering K – 3rd grade
    This is your chance to make the friendship bracelets! Join us for a camp that lets you personalize and accessorize your fashion, jewelry, and accessories. Campers will let their imagination and creativity run wild as they design hats, tote bags, and necklaces. Supplies are included, and a Cricut machine will be used to aid in the camper's amazing creations!
    Grades: K-3
                 3-6
    Date: July 7 - 11                                      
    Time: 8:30 - 11:00 am
    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: $250

  • Palette of Art

    It is a fun, creative camp for artists to explore different mediums and techniques. Activities include building paper creatures and friendship bracelets, sculpting and painting figures, drawing, and more! This week is all about creativity and exploration.
    Grades: 1-4
                  3-7
    Date: June 16 - 20 (No camp June 19)
    Time: 8:30 - 11:00 pm 
    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: $250

  • Ultimate Drawing Foundations

    Unlock the secrets of drawing with personalized instruction! Start with the basics: shapes, proportions, and shading, and progress to more complex compositions. Students will work on drawings, observational studies, and tonal compositions while building their confidence and skills. By the end of the week, students will have completed tonal studies and have learned about comparative measurements.
    Grades: 1 - 4
                  3 - 7
    Date: June 30 - July 3 (No camp July 4) 
    Time: 12:00 - 3:00 pm 
    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: $250 
 
 
 
 
 

Sports

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  • Baseball Camp

    Entering 2nd – 5th grade
    Join us on the field with the varsity coaching staff and players this summer to learn the skills needed to compete at the next level. Players will learn offensive and defensive skills and have a great time. Players will be placed in groups according to ability.

    Date: July 7 - 11
    Time: 8:30 - 11:30 am
    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: $195

  • Basketball

    Entering K – 7th grade
    Join us in the coolness of the gym with the varsity basketball coaching staff and players this summer to learn the skills and develop new ones! Players will learn offensive and defensive skills and have a great time. Players will be grouped by level of play and skill.

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    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: $195



     

  • Boys Lacrosse


    Join our Chaminade Varsity Coaching Staff to see what Eagle Lacrosse is all about! Players will learn offensive and defensive skills as well as have a great time. Players will be grouped by level of play and skill.

    Grades:     3-6
    Date:     June 16 - June 20 ( No camp June 19th  federal holiday)
    Time: 8:30 am - 11:30 am 
    Location: West Hills
    Fee: $195

  • Football

    Entering 3rd – 8th grade
    Join Coach Machuca, Coach Riley, and our varsity coaching staff and players this summer to learn the skills you need to compete at the next level. Players will develop a strong foundation in football fundamentals, including passing, catching, tackling, and teamwork.

    Dates:     June 23 – June 27
                June 30 – July 3 (No camp July 4)
    Time: 8:30 - 11:30 am
    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: $195
                 

  • Let the Games Begin!

    Entering 1st – 7th Grade
    Ever play 4-Square Volleyball....Air Pong...Basketball Bonanza....Frisbee Bowling? Join us for a unique sports experience - a new activity each day!

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    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: $

     

  • Soccer

    Entering K – 6th grade
    At our summer camp indoor soccer, participants learn sport-specific fundamentals and achieve personal-best performances. Focused on skill development, the indoor setting provides a consistent and comfortable environment for learning. Our camp goes beyond refining soccer skills; it instills confidence, sportsmanship, and a lifelong passion for the game.

    Dates: June 16 - 20
                June 30 - July 3
                July 7 - 11
                July 21 - 25 
    Time: 8:30 - 11:30 
               12:00 - 3:00
    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: 195

  • Sports Mania!

    Entering K – 7th grade
    Join us for some fun in the sun with Frisbee golf, Badminton, Whiffle Ball, Ping Pong, and much much more!

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    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: $

  • Volleyball

    Entering 3rd – 8th Grade
    Join our volleyball coaches in the gym to work on your game skills!  Troy Magorien, former Division 1 Men's Volleyball player from Pepperdine/Concordia and current pro player with Rising Tide, along with Doug Magorien, former boys head coach of Westlake and Taft High School, in a summer program to improve your current skills while having fun. Troy Magorien was a former MVP of the Marmonte league in the Conejo Valley, an All-American AVCA HS player, and a coach for the 949 volleyball club, earning a bronze and silver medal at nationals. Doug Magorien has developed 36 Division 1 men’s and women's volleyball players and 1 current Olympian, Kyle Ensing. Both have a wealth of knowledge to share.

    Date: July 21- 25
    Time: 12:00 - 3:00 pm
    Location: West Hills campus
    Fee: $195
 
 
 
 
 
 
Camp Leadership
 
 
Wendy Cowgill
Director of Center for Excellence
 
Chantelle Ghebrial
Program Coordinator
 
Chris Sedik
West Hills Site Director
 
         April Risteff
Chatsworth Site Director
 
If you need to make changes to your registrations or information on forms already submitted, please email us at centerforexcellence@chaminade.org, as you are not able to change registration or edit a form yourself once it has been submitted. 

Changes to your registration can be made up to one week prior to the program/course start date, with a full refund of course fees by sending a written request to centerforexcellence@chaminade.org.

Cancellations with less than a week's notice will NOT be eligible for refunds, but fees paid may be applied towards future programming.
 

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