It’s finally that time of year that every child waits all year for. Summer time! The sun is shining, the tank is clean and parents everywhere are struck with the same problem, what in the world am I supposed to do to keep my kid busy all day?! Luckily, there are a host of activities to keep your kids active, creative, and entertained this summer.
Infinity BJJ Utah located in Mapleton is having a 4 week summer Jiu Jitsu program focusing on self defense for kids ages 7-12. If you have a kiddo with lots of energy, or just want your kids to learn a practical skill over the summer, this is a great option. You can reach out to them at www.infinitybjjutah.com or by email at contact@infinitybjjutah.com.
Sports Performance Academy in Spanish Fork is a unique gym that has classes for all ages. From boxing to agility training, this is a great option for active kids and adults who want to use the summer break from school to improve their physical fitness and prepare for fall and winter sports. Visit their website links.servedaily.com/the-lab for more information on schedules, classes, and pricing.
For kids who like to get wet and wild, Children’s Visions is a local swim school that is perfect for letting them beat the heat in the pool while learning valuable water skills. From Mommy and Me to Stroke Refinement, there’s a class for every age and skill level. Visit https://waterwinswim.com/index.php for more scheduling and pricing information.
Wasatch Nature School has a great summer program to immerse children in nature and teach them more about the world around them. This revolutionary program is a wonderful opportunity to help kids connect with nature and other children. Visit https://www.wasatchnatureschool.com/ for more information.
The Spanish Fork Youth Arts Festival is a beloved annual tradition that offers classes of all kinds for kids of all ages and skill levels from local artists and instructors. From theatre and improv, to hair art, to culinary arts, these unique and fun filled classes give children of all ages priceless experiences in the arts that help improve their confidence and explore the arts in a fun way. Visit links.servedaily.com/yaf for more information.
Mapleton City is offering a variety of summer activities this year. From an acrylic pour class and mosaics, to tennis and pickleball clinics. There’s something for everyone. Visit links.servedaily.com/mapleton-programs for more information and scheduling.
Angelus Theatre in Spanish Fork is hosting several youth theater programs this summer. If your child is interested in acting, singing, or even learning about how things work behind the scenes, this is a great opportunity for them to explore their dramatic side. Visit https://angelustheatre.com/ for more information.
Bobby Lawrence Karate Spanish Fork is offering several summer camps this year. From Nerf Wars, a fun camp that teaches important disarming self defense skills in between epic Nerf battles, to Xtreme Weapons Summer Camp that does a deep dive into all sorts of weapons from bo staffs to nunchucks. If you have an active kiddo with energy to burn, this is a great place for them to run out that energy. It’s also a great opportunity to try a new sport and learn important life skills. Visit https://www.blksf.com/ for registration and additional details.
Stacey Paints offers several art camps during the summer. These fun, interactive classes are a great way to help foster creativity and expression through art. For signups and scheduling visit links.servedaily.com/staceys-art or links.servedaily.com/stacey-paints
Bobbidee’s Art Classes has several art programs available for summer. With several age groups and lots of options from acrylics to watercolors and beyond, this is a great option for creative artists looking for an opportunity to expand their skills and beginners looking for an experienced hand to help them learn a new art. Reach out for scheduling and class availability via email at bobbidee8@gmail.com
No matter what your child is interested in, there is sure to be an activity out there to keep them active and engaged this summer. This list is just the tip of the iceberg, be sure to reach out to friends and neighbors, they often have leads for amazing classes and activities you may not have known existed. If you or someone you know has an amazing summer class or activity that you’d like to share with us, please let us know so we can add it to our community calendar! Happy summer and remember to be safe and keep it kind!
For more fun things to do check out our community calendar.
