2026 Summer Camps and Programs march / april 2026
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Alabama( UA) Young Writers Camp
The University of Alabama Young Writers Camp fosters creativity and a range of writing and artistic skills in a fun, accepting, interactive environment.
All rising 6th-12th graders are welcome! Students will write independently and in collaborative groups in response to a wide range of creative prompts, share their writing, and learn about the contemporary literary scene under the guidance of experienced writers from the MFA Program in Creative Writing. The camp will conclude with a public reading and a celebration of student work.
When: June 1-12, 2026 10 am-4 pm Where: English Building, Room 301, campus of the University of Alabama
Cost: $ 250 for the two weeks of programming, which includes all fees, snacks, a T-shirt, and writing materials.
Sack lunch required. Need-based scholarships available. Inquiries: youngwriters @ ua. edu Registration link: https:// www. uayouthprograms. com /
ARTS `n AUTISM
Arts‘ n Autism is in downtown Tuscaloosa, located on 8th Street. Arts‘ n Autism has been providing supervised visual and performing arts programs for children who have language and social challenges that make it difficult to participate in traditional after-school or recreational programs. The program also offers much-needed respite for families and caregivers who provide around-the-clock support. In addition, it serves low-income families who might not otherwise be able to access similar after-school or summer services for children with autism, while meeting the practical need for a safe, supportive place for children after school until parents finish work. They are enriching the lives of those with autism in Tuscaloosa one day at a time.
Summer Camps Pre-K through 12th Grade and Adults Pre-K through 1st- Week 1 This is a week-long day camp( 9 am-5 pm) filled with adventures and fun for ages 2 years through 1st grade. Students will travel to various activities in and around Tuscaloosa and Birmingham( i. e., CHOM, Tuscaloosa Barnyard, Mason’ s Place, PARA indoor pools and playgrounds, Hoover Met). Tuition is $ 400 for one week of programming, and this covers the cost of admissions, transportation, food, and two T-shirts. Pre-K through 2nd- Splash Camp This is a week-long( 9 am-5 pm) Water Safety and Swim Camp for students ages 2-8 years. This camp is directed by Aquatic Therapists and Red Cross Certified Swim instructor Kathleen Walsh. Each student will receive 2 hours per day of 1:1 instruction in a heated therapy pool.
Tuition is $ 500 per week, and this covers the cost of use of the pool, transportation, Friday lunch, and two T-shirts. 2nd- 12th Grades / Adults-Bigs Week 1 and Bigs Week 2 These are each a week-long day camp( 9 am-5 pm) filled with adventures and fun. Students will travel to various places in Alabama and neighboring states to enjoy wildlife, pools, parks, and adventure together. Tuition is $ 500 per week, and this covers the cost of admissions, transportation, food, and two T-shirts. Visit our website or call for more information or to register for camps: https:// www. artsnautism. org( 205) 247-4990
BAMA BOUNDERS GYMNASTICS CAMPS AND CLASSES
Bama Bounders is located at 2005 32nd Street, Northport, next to Ervin’ s Western Wear. Bama Bounders is owned by Erin Holdefer-Kightlinger and her husband Eric. Erin is a former University of Alabama gymnast and member of the 2002 National Championship team. Our gymnastics day camps are open to all ability levels. We offer a safe and fun learning environment for all of our campers! Skills will be taught on all four events- vault, bars, beam, and floor. Everyone gets to jump on the trampoline!! There is a different theme each week with games, activities and art projects to go along with the theme. This is a great opportunity for beginners who are new to gymnastics and want to give it a try as well as those who have been in gymnastics and are looking to improve the skills they have and learn some new ones!
CAMP DATES: We are offering full day, half day and Preschool camps all summer long beginning the week of June 1stand going through July 24th.
FULL DAY CAMP: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a. m. – 4:00 p. m. Girls and Boys ages entering 1st grade and up. Pre-Registration: Members- $ 190 and Non-Members- $ 200 – We have a different theme each week and incorporate that theme into Gymnastics, games, contests, arts and crafts, and FRIDAY FUN DAY with a Fun Friday surprise activity each week, Pizza and so much more!
HALF DAY CAMP: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a. m. – 12 noon. Girls and Boys ages entering 1st grade and up Pre-Registration: Members- $ 140 and Non-Member- $ 150