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Saint Louis Chess Club Summer Camps

Looking for an engaging and educational activity for your child this summer? Our Chess Summer Camps are the perfect choice! Whether your child is just discovering chess, wants to sharpen their skills, or dreams of becoming a chess champion, our camps offer something for everyone. Why Choose Our Chess Summer Camps? Expert Guidance: Your child will learn from Grandmaster instructors, receiving daily lessons, puzzles, and gameplay tailored to their skill level.

Special Offer: Use promo code STLParentChess to receive 10% off!

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    Adventure Treehouse Summer Camp

    Spend the summer at the Adventure Treehouse and let your child create lifelong memories while growing and thriving in a fun environment! Campers at Adventure Treehouse in Eureka experience nature adventures, arts & crafts, STEM activities, go on weekly field trips, play sports and games, have exciting animal encounters, and experience fun weekly themes, water play and much more! Our camp is traditional with NO screen time! Our experienced counselors create a positive environment where kids can form friendships and build character.

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    Rock Climbing Summer Camps at Upper Limits

    Upper Limits Summer Camps are created by climbers, for climbers. Five-day sessions start in June and are organized into two age groups: Rock Dwellers (ages 7-10) and Cliff Hangers (ages 11-15). Full-day and half-day options are available for both age groups at all St. Louis locations:1874 Lackland Hill Parkway, Maryland Heights, 63146, and 17375 Edison Avenue, Chesterfield, 63005. Each age group alternates schedules so there is always an option available for your kids! BONUS: Every camper, no matter what session they are in, will get to tie-dye their very own Upper Limits t-shirt! Use promo code CLIMBINGCAMP2026 AND SAVE $10 ON REGISTRATION!

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    Summer@SLUH Academic and Athletic Camps

    St. Louis University High offers academic enrichment and athletic camps for boys and girls from first through eighth grade. Choose from a variety of opportunities to heighten your interest and sharpen your skills in the classroom OR take your athletic ability to a new level with one of many sports camps. SLUH teachers and coaches are experienced, passionate, and committed to the development and success of all grade-school students. We welcome boys and girls from all backgrounds in an inclusive environment that features exceptional campus facilities, including a new Innovation Lab and state-of-the-art athletic fields — all in a central location.

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    Bricks 4 Kidz Summer Camps

    Bricks 4 Kidz summer camps are a great way to learn STEM topics, building moving models from technic LEGO bricks! Build self-confidence and problem-solving skills. Foster teamwork and collaboration. Spark imagination. We offer basic brick building themed camps (Mario, Pokemon, Star Wars, Minecraft, Super Heroes, and more), Robotics camps, Minecraft Gaming and more. 

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