2026 SUMMER CAMPS
2026 CLS Summer Camps
Registration is available for on-site summer camps including Art, Ballet, STEM, Music, History, Chess, Soccer, Pickleball, Basketball, FCA camp, and more!
Our full-day camps run from 9am to 3pm each week. Registration cost is $300/camper for the week. Strings, Music, Band, and Chess Camp are half-day options. See below for dates and times.
Cancellations and Refunds for CLS Camps:
- Cancellations received 21 days or more before the day of CLS camp will receive a full refund.
- Cancellations received less than 21 days prior to the day of the CLS camp will forfeit any paid camp fees.
- FCA Sports Camps and Your Best Chess Camp refunds will be handled by these organizations according to their policies.
Students will enjoy real ballet training and fun dance activities taught by current ballerina Sophia Yoo! This camp will culminate in a performance at the end of the week, showcasing all that your student has learned throughout the week! No previous dance experience required but welcomed.
Director: Miss Sophia Yoo
Sophia Yoo grew up in Suwanee, GA and Gaithersburg, MD. She started dancing at the age of six and trained under Becky Brown (a former dancer at Atlanta Ballet) at Perimeter Ballet in John’s Creek, GA and Patricia Berrend (a former director of Washington School of Ballet) at Berrend Ballet in Olney, MD. After taking a break from ballet for a few years, she restarted her dancing journey, training under Fran Ichijo at Hope Garden Ballet Academy in Poolesville, MD, where she enjoyed dancing in Swan Lake.
Sophia is currently a trainee at Ballet 5:8 in Chicago. Since joining Ballet 5:8, Sophia has loved performing with the school, specifically in Julianna Rubio Slager’s new work, The Dreamer. In the upcoming year, Sophia is excited to dance the role of the final creation in Slager’s The Toymaker and continue refining her craft as an artist as she pursues a professional dancing career. Sophia also has had multiple opportunities to teach ballet to younger students and enjoys the privilege of instilling the joy of dancing in the next generation!
- When: June 1-5, 9am-3pm
- Where: Edwards Room
- Grades: Rising K-5th Grades
This is a camp for boys going in to grades 6th-10th, and focuses on developing the complete player and preparing athletes for their Middle School and JV tryouts. Campers will develop shooting, ball handling, passing, footwork, defense, rebounding, athleticism, character development, and other essential skills to become a great basketball player. They will be coached by our Varsity Boy’s Basketball Coach, Nate Peterson, and receive instruction from current varsity players. You also get to take the skills you practiced and apply them in a controlled game setting. It is both a fun and intense environment at this camp.
Coach: Nate Peterson, CLS Boys Varsity Basketball Coach
When: June 1-5; 9am-3pm
Where: Events Center Gym
Who: Rising 6th-10th Grade Boys
Notes:
Please bring your own water bottle, snack and lunch.
Drop-off and Pick-up from Events Center Gym
Get ready to mix creativity with a splash of imagination at We Heart Art Camp, where this year’s delicious theme is FOOD! Campers will explore the colorful world of art inspired by everything tasty!
Young artists will experiment with a variety of fun materials and techniques such as painting, collage, sculpting, and mixed media while learning about famous artists who used food in their artwork. Each day will feature hands-on projects, creative challenges, and collaborative masterpieces designed to build skills, confidence, and artistic expression.
Whether your child loves drawing, crafting, or just getting a little messy while making something amazing, We Heart Art Camp is the perfect place to create, imagine, and have fun with friends. Come hungry for art and leave with a gallery of tasty-inspired masterpieces!
June 1-5; 9am-3pm
Campers are asked to bring their own snack, lunch and water bottle.
Theme: Food
Instructor: Mrs. Marneda See
Calling all young builders, designers, and problem-solvers! In this hands-on Engineering & Building STEM Camp, campers will explore how things are designed, built, tested, and improved. Through fun challenges and creative projects, students will think like engineers as they plan structures, experiment with materials, and work collaboratively to solve real-world problems.
Guided by Ryan Shombert, Elementary STEM Teacher at CLS, campers will strengthen critical thinking, creativity, and teamwork skills while having a blast building and innovating each day.
Get ready to imagine, design, build, and discover!
June 8-12; 9am-3pm
Grades: Rising 2nd-6th
Campers are asked to bring their own snack, lunch and water bottle.
Theme: “Engineering & Building”
Instructor: Ryan Shombert, Elementary STEM Teacher at CLS
This camp provides younger players a positive introduction to soccer while covering a broad range of soccer techniques, skills, and tactics. Players will be challenged at an appropriate level while receiving instruction in a fun, positive environment. This camp is open to boys and girls in grades 3-10.
When: June 8-12; 9am-3pm
What to Bring: Campers are asked to bring their own snack, lunch and water bottle.
Coach: John Bronson, CLS Varsity Soccer Head Coach
Grade Levels: Rising 3rd – 10th Grade, Boys and Girls
Location: Varsity Soccer Field
Join our Summer Music Camp and discover the joy of learning music!
Students will learn fundamental music theory including rhythm, notes, and dynamics, while also singing and playing music together in a fun and supportive environment.
CAMP DETAILS
- Who: Rising 3rd – 7th graders
- Date: June 8 – June 12
- Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Location: Instrumental Classroom
WHAT STUDENTS WILL LEARN
- Basic music theory (rhythm, notes, dynamics)
- Reading and understanding music
- Singing and playing music together
- Building a strong musical foundation
WHAT TO BRING
- Pencil
- Eraser
- Snacks & Water bottle
- Own instrument
- Music theory book (required purchase)
Instructor: Zoey Lee, Elementary Band & Choir, Conductor at CLS
Bio: A graduate of the prestigious Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University, Zoey holds a Master of Music degree and has a rich background as a performer and educator. She has played with professional groups like the Richardson Symphony Orchestra and even co-founded the 84-member Dallas Asian Wind Symphony.
Zoey has had multiple opportunities to teach music to elementary, junior high, and high school students and enjoys the privilege of instilling the joy of music in the next generation! She has taught extensively in the Coppell, Lewisville, and Irving school districts in Texas and currently runs a private music studio.
At CLS Music Camp, students will enjoy real music training and fun activities taught by a professional musician! This camp will culminate in a performance at the end of the week, showcasing all the students have learned.
Contact: zlee@clsemail.org
Is your child ready for an adventure this summer? Join us for a week of outdoor fun at Nature Explorers Camp! We’ll spend our days fully outdoors, discovering a new nature topic each day through hands-on activities, games, and guided exploration.
Each day will bring a new adventure as campers learn about the natural world—from plants and animals to weather and habitats. By the end of the week, they’ll have earned a collection of patches to celebrate what they’ve discovered—and made plenty of memories exploring the outdoors with friends!
Director:
Christiana Veirs graduated from CLS in 2016 and received a degree in Environmental Science and Policy from the University of Maryland in 2020. She has since founded Firefly Explorers Nature School! Christiana has over 8 years of nature education experience and is a certified Nature-Based Teacher through the Association of Nature-Based Education. She has taught students about everything from macroinvertebrates and acorns to ocean zones and pollinators. Christiana has worked for organizations such as the Virginia Aquarium, Nature Forward (formerly the Audubon Naturalist Society), and the Carrie Murray Nature Center.
Christiana is passionate about getting people of all ages and abilities outdoors enjoying nature. Some of Christiana’s fondest childhood memories include being outside. Christiana writes “my early experiences in nature shaped me into the person I am today. My hope is that I can provide amazing experiences in nature for you and your family that your child will cherish for years to come.”
When: June 8-12 (9am-3pm)
Where: Drop-off and Pick-up will take place at the baseball shed behind the school.
Who: Rising K-5th grade students
Notes:
Please bring your own water bottle, snack and lunch.
Please provide your student with a hat, sunscreen, and clothes that can get dirty.
In Advanced Strings, we will be challenged with exciting music, work on tuning, major and relative minor scales, rhythms and learn to listen well to the different parts in the ensemble to successfully accomplish the composers’ desired outcome. This camp is led by Ms. Anna Sohn. Anna is a practiced musician with multiple years of experience with private lessons. She has played duets at CLS for special events. She brings her knowledge and experience to us at camp! See this video of Anna playing cello! Here’s another video of Anna playing electric cello.
When: June 15-19; 9am-12pm
Where: Instrumental Classroom
Grades: Rising 6th-9th Grades
Experience: 2-3 years of playing experience
Cheer+Fit Camp is designed to foster confidence, teamwork, and athleticism through a fun-filled exploration of fitness, cheerleading skills, and basic stunts. This camp is designed specifically for girls going in to grades 3rd through 8th under the guidance experienced cheerleader Kalei Murray from the University of Maryland cheer squad. Athletes will engage in a wide range of activities aimed at promoting strength, coordination, endurance, and creativity.
Utilizing cardio workouts, strength building exercises, cheerleading chants, master tumbling technique, and dance moves, this week of cheerleading is carefully crafted to challenge and inspire girls of all fitness and experience levels. The girls will also learn fundamental cheer techniques, level 1-3 tumbling, perfect their motions, and master impressive stunts. Through collaborative routines they’ll develop teamwork skills, boost their confidence, and create lasting memories with their fellow campers. A performance for parents will provide the culmination and the highlight of camp. Join us!
When: June 15-19; 9am-3:30pm (Wednesday 9am-1pm)
Who: Girls going in to grades 3rd through 8th
What to Bring: Campers are asked to bring their own snack, lunch and water bottle.
Instructor: Kalei Murray, UMD Cheerleader, Sr
This is a camp for children going in to grades K-5th. Join us for a time of skill growth, play and fun!
Director: Jose Hernandez, Assistant Varsity Soccer Coach
When: June 22-26; 9-3pm
Where: Drop-off and Pick-up will take place at the baseball shed behind the school.
Who: Rising K-5th grade students
Notes:
Please bring your own water bottle, snack and lunch.
Please provide your student with sunscreen.
When: June 22-26; 9am-3pm
Who: Boys and girls in grades 6th through 8th grade
Experience and Attire: All experience levels are welcome. Dress for moderate activity on a gym floor. Loaner paddles are available.
What to Bring: Campers are asked to bring their own snack, lunch and water bottle.
Instructor: Art Shenk, Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) Certified Coach and USA Pickleball Ambassador for Montgomery County
Chess Camp is for rising 1st-8th graders and ALL skill levels (“Never Played” all the way to “Advanced”.) Camp includes five half-days (Monday – Friday, 9am – 12pm) of instruction, practice, fun, snack/break, more instruction, more practice and more FUN! Plus, students will play in a no-stress, class tournament on “Fun Friday”. All students will receive a YBC t-shirt and participation medal. In addition, First, Second and Third Place trophies will be awarded to the winners of the “Fun Friday” class tournament. Parents are invited to the latter portion of Fun Friday for our personal medal & student recognition ceremony.
- Dates: June 29-July 3 (Monday – Friday)
- Time: 9am – 12pm
- Grade Levels: Rising 1st – Rising 8th
- Skill Levels: Complete Beginner to Advanced
- Location: Covenant Life Church
- Cost: $180 per student on/before April 22. $190 per student on/after April 23
- Facilitated by Your Best Chess
Get ready to think like a detective! In this hands-on STEM camp, rising 2nd–6th graders will dive into the exciting world of mystery, logic, and problem solving. Led by our very own 2nd grade teacher, Ms. Charlotte Deibel, campers will tackle age-appropriate challenges that build critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity.
Each day, students will solve puzzles, crack codes, analyze clues, and work through real-world problems using STEM skills such as logical reasoning, pattern recognition, and basic engineering and design thinking. Through engaging games, team challenges, and interactive experiments, campers will learn that problem solving is not only an essential life skill—it’s also a lot of fun!
Perfect for curious minds who love to ask questions, figure things out, and enjoy a good mystery. No prior STEM experience required—just a willingness to think, explore, and have fun!
June 29-July 3; 9am-3pm
Grades: Rising 2nd-6th
Campers are asked to bring their own snack, lunch and water bottle.
Theme: “Mystery & Problem Solving”
Instructor: Charlotte Deibel, Elementary Teacher at CLS
This is a camp for girls going in to grades 6th-12th, and focuses on developing the complete player and preparing athletes for their Middle School and Varsity tryouts. Campers will develop shooting, ball handling, passing, footwork, defense, rebounding, athleticism, character development, and other essential skills to become a great basketball player. They will be coached by our Varsity Girl’s Basketball Coach, Mikaela Brewer. You also get to take the skills you practiced and apply them in a controlled game setting. It is both a fun and intense environment at this camp.
Coach: Mikaela Brewer, CLS Girls Varsity Basketball Head Coach
When: June 29 – July 3; 9am-3pm
Where: Events Center Gym
Who: Rising 5th-12th Grade Girls
Notes:
Please bring your own water bottle, snack and lunch.
Drop-off and Pick-up from Events Center Gym
The 2026 CLS History Camp will be on the Revolutionary War! Boys entering grades 3 through 8 will dress as British and Continental Army soldiers to march, drill skirmish, wrestle, charge up hills, yell, scream and much, much more!
This will all take place in a reproduced 18th century military encampment on the grounds of Covenant Life Church. The day will open with morning muster and biblical devotions, and end with very tired young men. The boys will practice their soldiering skills at the local Agricultural History Farm Park as well as visit George Washington’s Mount Vernon. Furthermore, Daily Military Briefings will teach key battles and personalities of the war.
Experience living history this summer at the CLS History Camp!
When: June 29 – July 3; 9am-3pm
What to Bring: Campers are asked to bring their own snack, lunch and water bottle.
Leader: Col. John Bronson
Grade Levels: Rising 3rd – 8th Grade Boys
Location: Military Encampment next to the Baseball Field
Contact John Bronson if you have questions before registering.
Gold Medal Squared Volleyball Camps have helped high school and club programs achieve unparalleled volleyball success since 1985. This volleyball camp provides hundreds of quality, intense reps for athletes. This camp will cover all of the fundamental skills and provide detailed instruction and feedback.
When: July 6-9; 9am-3pm
What to Bring: Campers are asked to bring their own snack, lunch and water bottle.
Coach: Gold Medal Squared
Grade Levels: Rising 6th-12th Grade, Girls
Experience: Any level
Montgomery County Power Camps are for rising 2nd to 8th graders. Our goal is to create a fun, safe environment for our campers to grow in their faith and sport.
When: July 13-17; 8am-4pm
Where: Covenant Life Church
Who: Rising 2nd-8th Grade Boys and Girls
Cost: $275
Camp provided by Fellowship of Christian Athletes Montgomery County
Contact Sarah Lokos with any questions related to FCA Camp.
Montgomery County Power Camps are for rising 2nd to 8th graders. Our goal is to create a fun, safe environment for our campers to grow in their faith and sport.
When: July 20-24; 8am-4pm
Where: Covenant Life Church
Who: Rising 2nd-8th Grade Boys and Girls
Cost: $275
Camp provided by Fellowship of Christian Athletes Montgomery County
Contact Sarah Lokos with any questions related to FCA Camp.
All experience levels are welcome. Students should come in athletic clothing suitable to a lot of different kinds of movement. This camp is for rising 3rd thru 9th grade students, boys and girls. All experience levels welcome.
Bob Buchanan, Sensei
Sensei Bob Buchanan holds the rank of godan (5th degree black belt) and is the Maryland Branch Chief for Kyokushin-kan. Sensei has also been a school teacher for the last 23 years and has worked with a wide range of ages and giftings. His early (fresh out of University) work in the Autism Program at the acclaimed Ivymount School help Sensei to see the practicality in breaking down even the smallest tasks into manageable parts; thereby making learning accessible to everyone.
Throughout his training, Bob has had the privilege to compete in various tournament and has met other karateka from all over the world! Learn more about Sensei Bob and The Forge Dojo at their website.
- Director: Sensei Bob Buchanan
- When: Aug 3-7, 9am-3pm
- Where: Dojo/Edwards Room
- Grades: Rising 3rd-9th Grades
