Recreation Camps
Recreation camps invite participants to play, explore and build friendships. Day camps also provide critical childcare to support working families.
School Break Camps
Journey to STEAM LEGO Toy Designers Winter Break Camp
Firstenburg Community Center (700 NE 136th Ave.)
Ages 6-10 | $235 | 9 a.m. to noon | Dec. 29-Jan. 2 (no camp Jan. 1)
In this imaginative program, campers become Toy Designers, creating new moving toys for a toy factory. They will build and test a variety of creative designs and new toys. At Journey to STEAM Camps, learning knows no bounds, and the adventure never stops! They understand the importance of keeping young minds active, engaged, and thriving, especially during school breaks. That’s why they offer a variety of camp options designed to combat learning loss and provide your child with enriching experiences.
Skyhawks Sports Basketball Winter Break Camps
Firstenburg Community Center (700 NE 136th Ave.)
Ages 6-12 | $139 for 9 a.m. to noon camp, $220 for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. camp | Dec. 29-31
Dribble, shoot, score with Skyhawks Basketball! Perfect for developing athletes, this program sharpens passing, shooting and dribbling skills, emphasizing sportsmanship and teamwork. Participants develop defensive and rebounding abilities in a dynamic setting that promotes personal and athletic growth. Get involved and make a difference on and off the court!
Motif Video Game Design Winter Break Camp
Firstenburg Community Center (700 NE 136th Ave.)
Grades 3-6 | $290 for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. camp | Dec. 29-31
Design and build your own 2D platformer video game while learning the fundamentals of the open-source game engine GDevelop. No prior coding experience is required, but basic mouse and keyboard skills are needed. All computer equipment will be provided. At the end of camp, each student will receive a flash drive with their game to take home. The amount of progress made will vary depending on each student’s pace, but everyone will leave with a playable project they created themselves.
Classes and Clinics
Vancouver Children’s Chorus Classes
Songbirds– This entry level program is for children ages 5 – 7. It is a fun class for young musicians who are developing skills. We focus on learning singing and musicianship through various games, activities and songs. This class teaches the skills needed to advance to the Intermediate choir.
Treblemakers– In our intermediate choir, children ages 8-12 will have the opportunity to develop their vocal skills through fun and engaging music. This class focuses on building proper singing technique, expanding vocal range, and learning harmonies. Along the way, they’ll learn teamwork, rhythm, and musical expression while building lasting friendships through the joy of singing together.
Use Parks and Recreation Code at registration: PRSING26
Skyhawks Sports Clinics
Open to ages 4-14. Skyhawks offers exciting, high-energy sports clinics, and camps for ages 4 to 14. Choose from soccer, volleyball and basketball. Camps are available at Marshall Community Center, Marshall Park and Fisher Basin Park.
Soccer Shots Classic Program
Open to ages 3-5. Soccer Shots aims to build character, skills and confidence for young children while also having a whole lot of fun. They’re committed to providing safe, positive experiences through the game of soccer. It’s the reason parents trust Soccer Shots. Fall programs are at LeRoy Haagen Memorial Park.
Vancouver Sports Foundation
3×3 Developmental Clinics – Ages 10-12 and 13-15. This will be the second year we offer these classes at Marshall Community Center with Coach Brad. We will focus on offensive skill development in a 3×3 half court setting. Players will learn to work with teammates and apply new skills in a competitive and constructive environment. Participants will compete with different teammates throughout the clinic in a round robin style that matches them with other participants at their skill level. FIBA 3×3 is a New Olympic Sport!
Specialty Shooting Clinic – Ages 12-17. Take your shot to the next level with this specialty shooting clinic with Coach Brad. Designed for middle school and high school players, we will focus on the mechanics and fundamentals of your shot at game speed through shooting drills that also help with footwork and the art of how to get open. Each player will have their shooting form videotaped for review together, and we will track shooting progress through drills on a week-to-week basis during the clinic.
Inferno-Vancouver Cheer
Ages 5–14. Beginner-Advanced friendly! Come cheer for the PRCS Basketball league at Firstenburg Community Center where you will make long lasting memories, build confidence, and make new friends! Our certified coaches will meet each athlete where they are to build cheerleading skills.