Specialty Camps

Half-day specialty camps at the Lauri Ann West Community Center provide exciting experiences presented by our trusted partners including Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, Mad Science, Little Medical School and more. Prices, times, and age groups vary by camp, so please check each individual listing. All applicable COVID-19 safety protocols will be in place.

Instructors: Varies, see individual camps.
Pricing: Varies, see individual camps.
Cancellation Policy:
- Cancellations made 14 days or more prior to the start of camp will receive a 100% refund (minus a $20 administration fee).
- Cancellations made within 13 days prior to camp start date will not receive a refund.
- Full refunds will be given to those who follow the cancelation policy or if a camp is canceled due to low enrollment or unforeseen circumstances.
- There is a $20 administration fee assessed on any cancellations, changes or refunds.

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Pittsburgh Ballet Theater

Pittsburgh Ballet Theater: TheNutcracker
9-11am Monday, July 10th through Friday, July 14th
$195/members; $215/non-member

Your child will discover the magic and enchantment of different classical ballets alongside a Pittsburgh Ballet Theater dance instructor. In this camp, young dancers will develop the foundations of ballet technique, engage in thematic arts & crafts, learn the story through movement, and much more. A culminating performance will be held at the end of the week!

Pittsburgh Ballet Theater:Cinderella
9-11am Monday, July 24th through Friday, July 28th
$195/members; $215/non-member

Performance/Art Camps

Bigfoot Camp
1-4pm Monday, July 3th through Friday, July 7th (no camp July 4th)
$130/members; $150/non-member

Back by popular demand! Can you find Bigfoot? Or a Sasquatch? What about a Yeti? Join us on walks around Lauri Ann West’s grounds in search of these creatures. We’ll learn about different cultures and the lore of these creatures through stories and crafts. We’ve heard it can get pretty squatchy around here!

Little Doctor Camp
1-4pm Monday, July 17th through Friday, July 21st
$295/members; $315/non-member

Inspired learning today – healthy futures tomorrow! Camp
participants will role-play the key responsibilities of a doctor
and learn about vital organs in the human body. These future
doctors will learn how to use a stethoscope, blood pressure
cuff, and reflex hammer. They will practice administering first aid, learn how pharmacists play a role in administering medications, and more!

Unicorn Camp
1-4pm Monday, July 24th through Friday, July 28th
$150/members; $170/non-member

Do you like unicorns? Do you know ALL about them? Join us for 5 days of art, crafts, games, and unicorn fun! Make new friends and share a creative and magical time together! Make unicorn and garden themed arts and crafts! Come and celebrate all things unicorn!

Gemini Theater Camp
1-4pm Monday, July 24th through Friday, July 28th
$250/members; $270/non-member

This workshop is designed for kids who want to have a great time “playing” on stage without a focus on a final performance. Using theater games, improvisation activities, voice & diction work, basic movement and short scene work, students will have the opportunity to try their hand at theater performance with a variety of introductory themes. This class will help students develop problem-solving strategies in a fun and creative atmosphere and gives students a chance to explore characters, physicality, and creativity. No prior experience is required- this class is a great opportunity for those who have not been in a theater class in the past. For students with some theater background, this class will help develop skills in quick-thinking, improvisation, and working with a smaller group setting.

Little Vet School – Dogs
1-4pm Monday, August 7th through Friday, August 11th
$295/members; $315/non-member

Become a paw-some and purr-fect veterinarian! Camp
participants will role-play the key responsibilities of a veterinarian and learn how to care for a dog. These future
veterinarians will learn how to remove ticks, perform a nose-
to-tail exam, understand proper animal nutrition and hydration, suture lacerations, and more!

Science Camps

MadScience:Red Hot Robots
1-4pm Monday, July 10th through Friday, July 14th
$275/members; $295/non-member

Experiment with sound sensing robots, line-tracking robots, amphibious robots, and robots that can even play soccer! Discover the science of circuits and how robots use sensors to explore things around them. Use your skills to build your very own robot to take home with you!

MadScience:Secret Agent Lab
1-4pm Monday, July 31st through Friday, August 4th
$240/members; $260/non-member

Develop your secret agent and detective skills in this super hands on program! Uncover the science involved in evidence gathering and analysis. Sharpen your secret agent skills and discover how chemistry and and the science of forensics can come to the aid of a special agent.

Soccer Shots

Soccer Shots 3 Year Olds
12-1pm Monday, July 17th through Friday, July 21st
$140/members; $160/non-member

In this high-energy program introducing children to fundamental soccer principles, such as using your feet, dribbling and the basic rules of the game.

Through fun games, songs and positive reinforcement, children will begin to experience the joy of playing soccer and being active.

*Class will take place on the field (weather permitting). Class will move to gymnasium if weather is bad.*

Soccer Shots Classic
9-11:30am Monday, July 17th through Friday, July 21st
$260/members; $280/non-member

Soccer Shots Classic utilizes creative and imaginative games to focus on basic soccer skills like dribbling, passing and shooting.

We also highlight a positive character trait each session such as respect, teamwork and appreciation.

*Class will take place on the field (weather permitting). Class will be cancelled in the case of severe weather.*

Soccer Shots Premier
9-11:30am Monday, July 24th through Friday, July 28th
$260/members; $280/non-member

Soccer Shots Premier focuses on individual skill, fitness and sportsmanship, providing an opportunity for children to be challenged through fun games and team interaction.

Children will also be introduced to competition in a developmentally appropriate manner.

*Class will take place on the field (weather permitting). Class will be cancelled in the case of severe weather.*