A curated guide featuring sailing, lake camps, film-making, theatre, and STEM programs for Grapevine and Southlake families.
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Looking for summer enrichment or active outdoor camps in Southlake and Grapevine? This curated guide highlights three excellent categories: outdoor lake adventures, theatre and filmmaking, and hands-on STEM and coding workshops.
From Grapevine Lake sailing and Dove Creek outdoor recreation, to NTPA drama camps, Creator Camp filmmaking, and Wize Academy mobile app design, these verified programs are perfect starting points for families looking for high-quality instruction.
Ensure you review specific age requirements and equipment needs (like personal tablets or safety gear) before enrolling.
Sailing, kayaking, and outdoor recreation camps centered around Grapevine Lake.
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We prioritize local fit, clear program focus, Adventure List listing freshness, and Google review signals when available. Always confirm current dates, prices, and openings with the provider before booking.
Make sure to pack dry clothes, sunscreen, water shoes, and check requirements for swimsuit and life vest approvals.
Grapevine Parks & Recreation
Summer camp just got more awesome in Grapevine! The shores of Grapevine Lake will be your child’s adventure of a lifetime. Dove Creek Day Camp offers the exp...
Grapevine Parks & Recreation
Learn to Sail: Ages: 8 - 15 years old. Campers will experience the thrill of sailing as they are introduced to the basics, including how to sail, rigging, bo...
Performing arts, film acting, and digital animation programs in Southlake and Grapevine.
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Filmmaking camps may require students to bring a thumb drive or device, and theatre camps usually expect attendance at the final showcase.
Newlook Performing Arts
A fun drama and improv camp exploring character work, scene work, and theatre games.
Creator Camp
A hands-on tech and creative camp teaching kids special effects, LEGO animation, and filmmaking.
Grapevine Faith Christian School
A musical theatre and acting camp inspired by the classic Peanuts characters.
Coding, robotics, app building, and creative STEM camps.
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Wize Academy app-building camp may require bringing a personal device (like a tablet or laptop); verify beforehand.
Southlake Parks and Recreation
Explore Minecraft as a learning tool for architecture and engineering! Students will design projects, master Redstone mechanics, and customize their experience through basic coding...
187 Google reviews
Grapevine Parks & Recreation
A creative invention week where campers design, prototype, and test their own builds—strengthening engineering thinking, iteration, and problem-solving.
Southlake Parks and Recreation
Ready, set, explore! In Snapology’s Amazing Race camp, students embark on a global adventure that blends culture, creativity, and friendly competition. Campers will “travel” from c...
187 Google reviews
Southlake Parks and Recreation
Campers become app designers as they brainstorm ideas, create interfaces, and code their own mobile apps for iOS and Android. With age-appropriate projects and guided instruction,...
187 Google reviews
Parent FAQ
Most lake and sailing programs transition to indoor pavilions at The REC of Grapevine or the lake clubhouse to focus on safety classroom games and dry-land drills.
No, these summer camp programs are introductory and welcoming for all skill levels, with roles tailored to each camper's comfort level.
Yes, city parks-hosted camps (like Snapology or Code Wiz at the Southlake Marq) generally incorporate structured recess and gym breaks to keep kids active.
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