Camps and Classes for Kids in Orinda, CA

A camp for kids to get swept up in the joy of playing, on their own, and with other kids, and with well structured times with specific games and projects led by creative, dynamic staff. We create the space, you send your kids, and magic truly happens.

OBA provides players ages 6-14 of all skill levels to enjoy learning and playing baseball. Whether your child has never played before or has a passion for playing America's Pastime, OBA provides the opportunity to enjoy learning and playing baseball in their community.

Leadership program for strong swimmers, nature exploration, arts & crafts, food projects, games, and outdoor activities in Tilden Park.

The Academy's mission is to provide quality classical ballet training, Pre-Ballet through Advanced/Pre-Professional levels, to students ages 3 years-18 years.

Develop performance skills by studying acting, voice, movement, text analysis, and more, culminating in a Shakespeare play performance.

Each week our campers try on a new identity as young doctors, lawyers, writers, engineers, detectives, inventors, and explorers. We believe that kids learn best when they are putting their academic skills to work while using their imaginations and dreaming of who they will become.

Our Doodle Spark program is inspired by the ‘maker-empowerment’ pedagogy put forward by the Harvard Graduate School of Education and its Project Zero research organization. Weekly themes explore how and why things work through hands-on maker projects. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, our Doodle Primo program envisions children as active protagonists of their own learning. We foster experimentation, a sense of wonder and discovery through a weekly inquiry theme.

Jake is currently offering private drum lessons in San Francisco, Orinda, and online. Jake has taught privately for the last 10 years and has also been on staff at the Blue Bear Rock & Roll Summer Camps.

Kids take a breath of fresh air away from screens, spark a love of nature, develop literacy across genres, read and write wilderness adventure stories and exciting accounts of animals and people in the great outdoors, make new friends, and more.

Infant Swimming Resource’s Self-Rescue® swimming program is scheduled 5 days per week, Monday through Friday, for 10 minutes each day for an average of 6 weeks. Lessons for a 6-12 month old focus on teaching the child to roll onto their back to float, rest and breathe, and to be able to maintain this life-saving position until help arrives.

Our Summer Camps take full advantage of the amazing natural spaces, campers will explore meadows, redwood groves and bay shorelines. They will hike along creeks, discover insects in ponds, watch river otters swimming, birds feeding and turtles sunbathing in lakes. Campers will discover bay and ocean beaches, enjoy tide pooling and animal tracking. Hands-on science investigations, environmental stewardship, nature games and art projects are integrated into each special camp theme. Team building activities and games help to build a fun-loving, connected and caring Summer Camp community of friends, scientists and environmentalists for every week of camp.

The Meadow Dolphins, founded in 1955, is a Summer Recreational Swim Team for swimmers, ages 4-18. Practices are broken down by age group and are designed to develop the competitive strokes, strong starts and finishes, and race techniques, while building strength, confidences and a great sense of community.

Mindful Littles empowers schools to cultivate compassion through innovative Mindful Service Learning programs. These programs engage children, families, and communities in authentic problem-solving, enhancing academic success and promoting mental well-being.

This camp enhances young athletes' football skills through specialized training and expert coaching, empowering them to elevate their performance on the field and gain a competitive edge.

Outdoor music and dance camp featuring West African hand drumming, Brazilian Capoeira, Body Percussion, and Cuban Dance for ages 5 to 10.

This clinic emphasizes teamwork and technique in volleyball, fostering skill development and collaboration among players. Participants engage in dynamic training sessions that enhance their performance and enjoyment of the game.

Orinda Youth Sports fosters a love for sports through beginner-friendly programs that teach essential skills and rules. Weekly practices and games promote teamwork and enjoyment, creating a safe environment for young children to thrive and develop.

The Orindawoods Tennis Club is an excellent tennis facility. We are located in Orinda, California, just 25 minutes east of San Francisco. The Club features seven championship courts, plus a pro shop, locker room, and pool.