Are you already planning your 2024 amazing summer for your inquisitive, energetic, and athletic summer campers? We have a number of outstanding opportunities for students to continue to grow in their interests and abilities or try something new.
- Most camp times are 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Please check each camp for the specific time.
- Childcare is available before (7 - 9 AM) and after (3 - 6 PM) our camps for $8 an hour as needed.
- You must pre-register for any childcare needs.
- Camps are available to our OCS students and non-OCS students.
- You will get an email confirmation within one week of signing up and paying for your camps.
- Sports camps have been added!
Please contact Julie Prantera with any camp questions: jprantera@oaklandchristian.com
Intro to Sports Camp
Date: June 10 - June 14
Times: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Grades: entering K - 6th
Camp Leader: Coach Ryan Ulferts
Cost: $285
If you’re looking to get up and get active, then the Introduction to Sports camp is for you! You’ll have the chance to learn about and play sports like soccer, basketball, volleyball, baseball, and hockey. Some other low-impact activities such as disc golf, bocce ball, and table tennis will be introduced. Bring your snack, lunch, and water bottle each day. Join us for fun and exercise!
OCS Baseball Camp
Date: June 17 - June 20
Times: 9am - noon
Grades: entering 4th - 12th
Camp Leader: Coach Brad Pyke
Cost: $115
We will be offering a summer camp focusing on both individual and team drills. The camp will be organized and coached by the varsity baseball coaching staff. We will focus on the hitting approach and throwing with timing and accuracy. We will also dive into what makes a good base runner and show some drills from the pitching mound that will help all players improve. We will meet on the Varsity Baseball Field. Camp T-shirt included. Bring your water bottle.
Intro to Volleyball Camp
Date: June 17 - June 21
Times: 9:00 am - noon
Grades: entering K - 4th
Camp Leader: Coach Liz Franklin
Cost: $140
This camp is designed as a super fun way to introduce the game of volleyball to our youngest athletes. Beginner skills and court movement will be taught at the simplest form, filled with fun games. Coach Franklin has experience and is a lot of fun. Camp T-shirt is included. Bring your water bottle.
Becoming an Author (ELA focus) and Amazing Math Camp
Date: June 17 - June 21
Times: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Grades: entering K - 6th
Camp Leader: Author Julie Prantera and Author Erika Barnowsky
Cost: $285
Spend an amazing week with 2 authors, write your own book, work on your writing skills AND enhance your math skills with math games, friends, and fun! Sign up today as space is limited.
Volleyball Camp
Date: June 17 - June 21
Times: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Grades: entering 5th - 8th
Camp Leader: Coach Liz Franklin
Cost: $140
Technique is the key. Young athletes will be taught key skill development, ball control and court positions. This camp will help your older elementary players and middle school athletes get ready for their next season. Coach Franklin has experience and is a lot of fun. Camp T-shirt included. Bring your water bottle!
Travel Camp #1
Dates: June 17 - June 21
Times: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Grades: entering K - 6th
Camp Leader: Ryan Ulferts
Cost: $285 or $57 for each day
Monday: Detroit Parade Company & Belle Isle Aquarium
Tuesday: Wint Nature Center & Cook's Dairy Farm
Wednesday: Detroit Zoo
Thursday: Cranbrook Science Center
Friday: Painted Pot & Innovation Hills
Bring a snack, lunch, and water bottle each day. Students can attend for 1 day, multiple days, or all week. Travel around Michigan and have loads of fun.
Amazing Art Camp
Date: June 24 - June 28
Times: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Grades: entering K - 6th
Camp Leader: Lyndsay Johnson
Cost: $285
Do you have a budding artist at home dying to get their hands into paints, clay, and all kinds of art supplies - but don't want the mess in your own home? Then you are in luck, as ART Camp is loads of fun, and full of all types of art projects with many types of supplies, from recycled items to paints. Your child will love it! Bring your snack, lunch, and a water bottle each day.
Survivor Middle School Camp
Date: June 24 - June 28
Times: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Grades: entering 5th - 9th
Camp Leader: Travis Mabe and Maranda Mabe
Cost: $285
39 days, 16 people, ONE survivor! Just kidding! In this summer camp version of Survivor, you will find yourself on a team of fellow survivors who you will work with over 5 days. You will compete in challenges, both physical and mental. With numerous opportunities to score points for your team. The team that scores the most points by the end of the week will receive the title of sole(s) survivor. Survivors can expect to solve puzzles, complete obstacle courses, get messy, and memorize Bible verses that teach them what it means to be a SOUL survivor. Please bring a snack, lunch, and a water bottle each day.
Yellow Brick Road Theatre Camp
Date: July 8 - July 12
Times: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Grades: entering K - 6th
Camp Leader: Julie Prantera
Cost: $285
Yellow Brick Road Theatre Camp is an exciting camp introducing characters, costumes, and acting and opening our imagination as we enjoy presenting our version of “The Wizard of Oz”. Camp includes a field trip to Meadowbrook Theatre with a backstage tour, Cool Yo treat, a T-shirt, and much more. Bring your snack, lunch, and water bottle each day. After our show on Friday night at 7 pm, we will enjoy a cast party as we celebrate our accomplishments.
Kids Cooking Dinner Camp
Date: July 15 - July 19
Times: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Grades: entering K - 6th
Camp Leader: Lyndsay Johnson
Cost: $360, Gluten-Free $380
Tired after a long day? Don't want to cook dinner? Would you LOVE for your child to learn how to cook dinner AND bring it home to you? Then sign up for "KIDS COOKING DINNER!". Your child will learn some wonderful cooking skills and have fun doing it! As another great aspect of this camp, your child will come home with a meal for 4 that they have prepared EVERY NIGHT of the week of camp!! So...NO need for cooking from any adults in the house ALL WEEK! Bring your snack, lunch, and a water bottle each day. Your child will do it all for you this week!
Cake Decorating and Game Camp
Date: July 22 - July 26
Times: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Grades: entering K - 6th
Camp Leader: Julie Prantera
Cost: $285
During this fun camp, we will learn how to decorate cookies, cupcakes, and specialty cakes! We will learn how to make flowers, write, use fruit, and make fun decorations with icing. We will also enjoy water games, kickball, four square, Chess, Sorry, Rummikub, Monopoly, Cards, etc. This camp promises to be full of FUN. Bring your snack, lunch, and a water bottle each day. We will be sharing our baked goods with our families!
Cross Country Camp
Date: July 29 - August 2
Times 9 am - noon
Grades: Entering 6th - 8th
Instructor: Coach Travis Mabe
Cost: $140
Join us this summer for Cross Country Camp! Athletes will have a great time getting into shape, building a strong work ethic, and making new friendships or building upon existing ones. This camp is not just a great option for middle schoolers who are already planning on running for the OCS team in the fall, but also for students who may want to join the team, are interested in cross country, or are looking for a great way to get into shape for another fall sport or a winter sport. Athletes will not only work hard, but also have a fun time doing it! Camp T-shirt is included. Sign up today for the OCS Cross Country Camp!
Basketball Camp
Date: July 29 - August 2
Times: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Grades: entering 5th - 8th
Camp Leader: Coach Liz Franklin
Cost: $140
Technique is the key. Young athletes will be taught key skill development, ball control and court positions. This camp will help your older elementary players and middle school athletes get ready for their next season. Coach Franklin has experience and is a lot of fun. Camp T-shirt included. Bring your water bottle!
Intro to Basketball Camp
Date: July 29 - August 2
Times: 9:00 am - noon
Grades: entering K - 4th
Camp Leader: Coach Liz Franklin
Cost: $140
This camp is designed as a super fun way to introduce the game of Basketball to our youngest athletes. Beginner skills and court movement will be taught at the simplest form, filled with fun games. Coach Franklin has experience and is a lot of fun. Camp T-shirt is included. Bring your water bottle.
Travel Camp #2
Date: July 29 - August 2
Times: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Grades: entering K - 6th
Camp Leader: Julie Prantera
Cost $285 or $57 for each day
Monday: LegoLand Discovery Center
Tuesday: Blake's Cider Mill Funland
Wednesday: Flint's Children Museum
Thursday: Crossroads Village and Huckleberry Railroad
Friday: Sea Life Aquarium
You can go for 1 day, multiple days, or all week. Bring your snack, lunch, and water bottle each day. Travel around Michigan and have loads of fun.
Spanish Camp
Date: July 29 - August 2
Times: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Grades: entering K - 6th
Camp Leader: Micah James
Cost: $285
Spanish camp will be a fun way to learn and speak Spanish, learn about Spanish-speaking cultures, and learn how to practically use Spanish skills. There will be a mix of language, art, social studies, music, and dance in Spanish camp. We’ll be joining the travel camp to go to the Flint Children’s Museum (Wednesday) and Sea Life Aquarium (Friday) for Spanish-themed field trips. Please bring a snack, lunch, and water bottle each day. Both SI and English students are welcome to register. This camp is for everyone!
Cheerleading Camp
Date: August 5 - August 9
Times: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Grades: entering K - 6th
Camp Leaders: Julie Prantera
Cost: $285
Does your daughter have an interest in dance and cheerleading? During this exciting camp, we will learn the fundamentals of cheering/dance, leading the fans, encouraging the team, and how to be great friends along the way. We will focus on arm motions, jumps, OCS chants, and more. At the end of the week, we will perform for parents and families. You will get a new cheer t-shirt and a bow for your hair. Bring your snack, lunch, and water bottle each day. GO LANCERS!
STEM / Technology Summer Camp
Date: August 5 - August 9
Times: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Grades: entering K - 6th
Camp Leader: Ryan Ulferts
Cost: $285
Come explore the wonders of science and technology during our week-long STEM summer fun. During our time together we will explore hands-on activities like the egg drop challenge, learn how to create with robotics, and create stop-motion animation. Throughout all activities, we will implement strategies for working in teams to plan, design, and build. Bring your snack, lunch, and a water bottle each day. Create and investigate this summer with us.
