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Sports Camps
Tennis Camp
| Camp Director | Location | Dates Offered |
| Erik Kiser ekiser@erjcchouston.org |
Boniuk Family Indoor Tennis Center | Pre-Camp: June 7-10 Camp is offered each week of J Camps |
| Camp Description | ||
| With access to our state-of-the-art indoor tennis center and certified tennis professionals teens will be able to improve their skills and compete against others of their skill level. | ||
Gymnastics Camp
| Camp Director | Location | Dates Offered |
| Leslie Holmes lholmes@erjcchouston.org |
Sol Rubenstein Gymnastics Facility | Pre-Camp: June 7-10 Camp is offered each week of J Camps |
| Camp Description | ||
| Working with professional gymnastics staff, teens will get to work on their technique on the floor, balance beam and bars. | ||
Volleyball Camp
| Camp Director | Location | Dates Offered |
| Sports Camp Director hbuza@erjcchouston.org |
Joe Weingarten Building & Emery Athletics Facilities | Week 3 | June 27-July 1 |
| Camp Description | ||
| Ready, set, hit! This camp will combine technical instruction and work on developing new skills for athletes. Participants will also get to participate in friendly competitions with fellow athletes. Transportation included to and from the J. | ||
Krav Fitness
| Camp Director | Location | Dates Offered |
| Sports Camp Director hbuza@erjcchouston.org |
Joe Weingarten Building | Week 4 | July 5-8 |
| Camp Description | ||
| KRAV Fitness combines the elements of the Israeli military style system of self-defense with the practical principles of general fitness. Campers will have the opportunity to learn the tactical techniques of how to protect themselves while developing natural instincts and situational awareness. They will also gain the knowledge of building strength, flexibility and endurance and basic nutritional principles. This program is designed to increase both physical and mental capacity along with teaching participants principles that can be used for a lifetime. This is a half day camp and will take place from 1:00 PM- 5:00 PM. |
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Visual & Performing Arts Camps
Art Camp
| Camp Director | Location | Dates Offered |
| Erin Joyce art@erjcchouston.org |
Joe Weingarten Building | Week 3 | June 27-July 1 Painting & Drawing Week 5 | July 11-15 Metalsmithing & Jewelry Week 6 | July 18-22 Clay & Acrylic Paint |
| Camp Description | ||
| Campers will have rich creative experiences each week in our Teen Art Camp! Each week will explore a different theme, so that campers can grow as well-rounded artists and learn to work in different mediums and styles. Led by professional art teachers, our campers will be in great hands as they learn to learn to trust their creative instincts. This is a half day camp and will take place from 1:00 PM- 5:00 PM. |
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Dance/Conditioning Prep
| Camp Director | Location | Dates Offered |
| Eva De La Cruz edelacruz@erjcchouston.org |
Joe Weingarten Building | Week 8 | August 1-5 |
| Camp Description | ||
| Thinking about trying out for you school's dance team or musical? Teen Dance Conditioning and Prep camp is perfect for teens who want to sharpen their dance skills. Spend your week perfecting your leaps, turns, kicks, and jumps while learning fun dance combinations with your friends. | ||
Teen Broadway Camp
| Camp Director | Location | Dates Offered |
| Eva De La Cruz edelacruz@erjcchouston.org |
Joe Weingarten Building | Week 7 | July 25-29 |
| Camp Description | ||
| Perfect for the advanced theatre student, Broadway Boot Camp is designed to provide teens with an intensive study of musical theatre to build skills in acting, singing, and dance. Campers will get the opportunity to work with master instructors in their fields, all of whom know how to get the best out of each and every camper. | ||
You're In The Band
| Camp Director | Location | Dates Offered |
| Barrie Skalsky bskalsky@erjcchouston.org |
Joe Weingarten Building & Bach to Rock | Week 3 | June 27-July 1 |
| Camp Description | ||
| Join other future musicians at Bach to Rock where you’ll get to write lyrics, play instruments, preform, and even learn some music production skills. No music experience necessary. | ||
Teen Performing Arts Camp (PAC)
| Camp Director | Location | Dates Offered |
| Eva De La Cruz edelacruz@erjcchouston.org |
Joe Weingarten Building | Weeks 4-6 | July 5-July 22 |
| Camp Description | ||
| Teen PAC offers campers the opportunity to spend three weeks together as they rehearse and perform the musical production of Rock of Ages. Set on the famous Sunset Strip in 1987, the show tells the story of Drew and Sherrie, who have both travelled to L.A. to chase their dreams of making it big and falling in love. Campers will also delve into the core elements of acting through scene and character study, as well behind-the-scenes tech work. | ||
On-Camera Acting Skills
| Camp Director | Location | Dates Offered |
| Eva De La Cruz edelacruz@erjcchouston.org |
Joe Weingarten Building | Week 2 | June 20-24 |
| Camp Description | ||
| This brand-new camp will allow teens to stretch their acting muscles in front of a camera. Students will learn a variety of film and TV acting techniques, with monologue work, scene work, and even commercial work. At the end of the week, parents will receive digital files for their camper's on-camera work. | ||
Specialty Camps
Teen Trek - Best of Houston
| Camp Director | Location | Dates Offered |
| Barrie Skalsky bskalsky@erjcchouston.org |
Joe Weingarten Building & All over Houston! | Week 2 | June 20- 24 Week 5 | July 11- 15 Week 7 | July 25 – 29 Week 8 | August 1- 5 |
| Camp Description | ||
| In the fourth largest city in America, there is always something to do! This summer at the J, we are exploring the best Houston has to offer. Enjoy daily field trips to water parks, arcades, art studios, and more! Something new every day. Week 2 | Water Week: Pack your swimsuit for a week of fun in the sun! Take daily trips to different water attractions all over Houston. Don’t forget the sunblock! Week 5 | Wild Card: Can’t decide what to do this week? We’ve got you! Enjoy trips to all new places with your friends featuring all that Houston has to offer! *Wild Card does not include any water activities Week 7 | Outdoor Adventures: Explore the outdoors with trips to the city’s best outdoor attractions. *Outdoor Adventure does not include any water activities Week 8 | Wild Card: Can’t decide what to do this week? We’ve got you! Enjoy trips to all new places with your friends featuring all that Houston has to offer! *Wild Card does not include any water activities |
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Teen Trek - Art Hop
| Camp Director | Location | Dates Offered |
| Erin Joyce art@erjcchouston.org |
Joe Weingarten Building & All over Houston! | Week 9 | August 8-12 |
| Camp Description | ||
| Art is all around us. During Teen Art Hop, travel around the city of Houston and create your one-of-a-kind masterpiece at different craft studios. Teens will also visit local art installments and museums. | ||
Pen & Ink
| Camp Director | Location | Dates Offered |
| Barrie Skalsky bskalsky@erjcchouston.org |
Joe Weingarten Building | Week 8 | August 1-5 |
| Camp Description | ||
| Are you a future bestselling author? If so, join the J and Inprint for a creative writing experience. This camp is open to individuals of all backgrounds, including those who are exploring creative writing for the first time, as well as aspiring writers who want to prepare work for publication. Explore various genres of writing and learn new skills. Inprint is Houston’s premier literary arts nonprofit organization. This is a half day camp and will take place from 1:00 PM- 5:00 PM. |
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Culinary Creations
| Camp Director | Location | Dates Offered |
| Barrie Skalsky bskalsky@erjcchouston.org |
Joe Weingarten Building & Central Market Cooking School | Week 1 | June 13- 17 Week 6 | July 18-22 |
| Camp Description | ||
| Get gourmet with the J! Teen Culinary Creations campers will be at Central Market’s culinary school whipping up delicious recipes. Teens will get to work on their kitchen skills, creativity, and team building. | ||
Social Impact
| Camp Director | Location | Dates Offered |
| Barrie Skalsky bskalsky@erjcchouston.org |
Joe Weingarten Building & All Over Houston! | Week 1 | June 13- 17 |
| Camp Description | ||
| In partnership with Generation Serve, this camp gives teens a chance to earn community service hours while making a difference in their community. Travel to a new non-profit organization every day and participate in projects with local organizations. Teens will be going to Harris County Animal Shelter, Houston Botanic Garden, Books Between Kids and more! This is a half day camp and will take place from 1:00 PM- 5:00 PM. |
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