Here is the list of upcoming activities for the San Ramon Area. Aquatics
Spring Break Recreation Swim
at the San Ramon Olympic PoolThe San Ramon Olympic Pool & Aquatic Park will be open in the afternoon for children and families during Spring Break. Come to the pool and enjoy the play pool, recreation swim pool, and water slide.
Mon-Fri March 24 – 28 1 - 4pm
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Enrichment
Mad Science Preschool Workshops
Let’s Get Growing Spring Break Camp!
In this camp preschoolers will learn all about how their gardens grow, from the very first seedling, to the important roles of sun and rain, to the amazing plants and flowers that sprout and bloom.
Ages 3.5 - 5 Mon-Fri 3/24 - 3/28 9:00am-12:00pm
5 Classes $200(R)/$250(N)
SRCC Act# 53867
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Spring Break Lunch Connection at Central Park
The Spring Break Connection allows kids in the spring break camps at the San Ramon Community Center at Central Park, 1st – 5th grade, to participate in their favorite morning camp and then connect to afternoon camps for a full day of FUN! Enthusiastic staff will meet each child at the conclusion of their morning camp, use an hour for a monitored lunch and then check them into their program afternoon camp. Please send your child to camp with a lunch for the connection.
Grades 1-5
Mon-Fri 3/24-3/28 12-1pm
5 Classes $20(R)/$25(N)
SRCC Act# 54254
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Word Power
Instructor: Berkeley Academics Staff
Using a variety of learning and memorization techniques, students will build an extensive vocabulary. Words will be ingrained through writing, testing, drilling and visual aids. Students will memorize new words and learn to use those words in their correct context. There is a $10 supply fee payable to the instructor on the first day of class.
Grades 1-5
Mon-Fri 3/24-3/28 9:00am–10:20am
5 Classes $179(R)/$224(N)
SRCC Act# 53822
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Math Whiz
Instructor: Berkeley Academics Staff
Practice makes perfect. Through drills and supplemental worksheets, students will enhance their speed and accuracy in math. With assistance from tutors, each student will work at his or her own pace to target areas that need improvement. There will be a $10 supply fee payable the instructor on the first day of class.
Grades 1-5
Mon-Fri 3/24-3/28 10:30am–11:50am
5 Classes $179(R)/$224(N)
SRCC Act# 53824
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Essay Writing Lab
Instructor: Berkeley Academics Staff
Learning how to write an effective multiple-paragraph essay is an essential skill for future academic success. In this course, students will learn how to arrange paragraphs to develop an idea, with attention to unity, coherence, sentence fluency, transitional devices, and logical procession. With immediate instructor feedback, students will improve their writing through a multiple revision process and receive necessary grammar, usage, style, and word choice assistance. There is a $10 supply fee payable to the instructor on the first day of class.
Grades 1-5
Mon-Fri 3/24-3/28 1:00pm–2:20pm
5 Classes $179(R)/$224(N)
SRCC Act# 53825
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Critical Reading
Instructor: Berkeley Academics Staff
Students will learn effective critical reading skills. Reading through a wide variety of excerpts taken from different genres, students will strengthen their analytical abilities by answering multiple questions on the excerpts. Students will learn to identify both main points and specific details within the text. There is a $10 supply fee payable to the instructor on the first day of class.
Grades 1-5
Mon-Fri 3/24-3/28 2:30pm–3:50pm
5 Classes $179(R)/$224(N)
SRCC Act# 53826
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LEGO Camp
Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Staff
Explore concepts in physics, mechanical and structural engineering, and archi-tecture while playing with your favorite creations. This is a hands-on and minds-on class suitable for LEGO novices to ‘maniacs.’ This class is not affiliated with the LEGO Group.
Grades 1-5
Mon-Thu 3/24-3/27 9:00am–12:00pm
4 Classes $217(R)/$271(N)
Crow Canyon Gardens Act# 54085
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BandWorks
School of Rock Camp
Instructor: BandWorks Staff
Awarded Best of the Bay 2007. Play in a rock band and perform for family & friends! You’ll gain self-confidence, learn to work together and develop music skills. Some music experience recommended. Bring instrument & amp, except drums & piano. A $50 materials fee payable to BandWorks on the first day of class.
Mon-Fri 3/24-3/28
$250 (R)/$313(N) SRCC
Ages 7-10 9:00am–12:00pm Act# 52918
Ages 10-12 1:00pm–4:00pm Act# 52919
Chess Camp
Instructor: Berkeley Chess School
Chess Camp is fun and learned quickly and easily. Studies have found that the hidden rewards for students of chess are surfacing on test results in reading, science and math along with findings that indicate growth in critical cognitive abilities such as deducing, hypothesizing, strategic thinking, logic and judgment. Beyond academia, chess influences social behavior, including self esteem, respect for others, patience and the old fashioned notion of good manners. Berkeley Chess School is a nonprofit organization affiliated with the U.S. Chess Federation. Are you looking for something for your child to do during conference week that offers CHALLENGE, EXCITEMENT, A CHANCE TO MAKE NEW FRIENDS and is just plain FUN? Come to the Berkeley Chess School (BCS) chess camp! Emphasis is on the joy of the game but with a serious eye to the student’s progress.
Grades 1-5 Mon-Fri 3/24-3/28 9:00am–12:00pm
5 Classes $199(R)/$249(N)
DSCC Act# 53233
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Clay Sculpture Camp
Instructor: Sabine Brunner
Create a clay world of your own. Five days of hand building, sculpting and coloring a fantasy world with animals and people. This camp will teach your child how to transform their imagination into clay sculptures and includes the complete process of creating ceramics from wet clay to shiny colorful glazed pieces of art. There is a $20 materials fee payable to the instructor on the first day of class.
Grades 1-5
Mon-Fri 3/24-3/28 10:00am–12:00pm
5 Classes $124(R)/$155(N)
DSCC Act# 52920
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Mad Science Spring Break Camps
Grades 1-5
Mon-Fri 3/24-3/28 SRCC
Secret Agent Camp
The Mad Science Secret Agent Camp is a fun journey into the world of detection, spy science, and forensics. Campers will examine the science behind the spy tools made famous by the world’s greatest spies! We will reconstruct activities using scientific methods and use the science of cryptology to send and decode secret messages. Kids will get a chance to see what can’t be seen by the naked eye and will follow in Sherlock’s steps to lean what tracks can tell us! Join the Mad Science Bureau of Investigations to help foil a burglary using state-of-the art security techniques!
9:00am-12:00pm Act# 52921
Crazy Chemistry
We’ll explore and create exciting chemical reactions, make colorful concoctions and bubbling brews. Amaze yourself with magical temperature changing baggie science or growing ghost crystals. Study the chemistry involved in not-so-simple things like chalk and soap, and even experiment with the chemistry used by artists, spies and detectives! Chemist bring home a project each day.
1:00pm-4:00pm Act# 52922
Performing Arts
Hands on Magic Spring Break Camp
Instructor: Leo Luna
Come and learn some of the tricks of the trade at this magic camp where you will learn from a professional magician. Final class will feature a short magic show for family and friends. $20 lab fee payable to the instructor at the first class meeting.
Mar 24-Mar 28, 5:00pm-6:00pm $74(R)/$89(N) DSCC
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KTS Spring Performing Arts Camp
Instructor: Kids Take The Stage
And now for something completely different! In this year's Spring Drama Camp our young artists will have the opportunity to perform songs and dances from some of Broadway' s biggest muscials: Wicked, Hairspray, and Rent! $20 Lab fee payable to instructor on the first class meeting.
Mar 24-Mar 28, 8:30am-6:00pm $375(R)/$474(N) DSCC
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Sports
Skate Boarding Camp
Are you up for an intense week of skate boarding? Then this fun-filled, instruction packed Skate Boarding Camp is what you need. Learn the basics of safety, how to get on your board and the latest tricks techniques from our Parks & Community Services Staff!
Ages 5 - 12
Mon-Fri 3/24 - 3/28 9:00am-12:00pm
5 Classes $125(R)/$156
San Ramon Skate Park Act# 53287
On the Ball Basketball Camps On the Ball Sports – Basketball Camp is directed by Ohlone College head men’s basketball coach John Peterson and his talented staff. Coach Peterson brings with him a wealth of teaching experience. Coach Peterson and/or his staff will cover offensive & defensive concepts in addition to 3 on 3 and 5 on 5 games. All participants will take part in drills and games each day and will receive a shirt at the conclusion of the camp. On the Ball Volleyball Camps Jamie Cortes, head volleyball coach at Ohlone Callege, will direct this weeklong volleyball camp focused on skills, drills and games. Coach Cortes has vast experience both playing and coaching at the high school, collegiate and national levels. Staff will be comprised of current and former collegiate players with a camper to coach ratio of 8:1. All participants will receive a camp t-shirt. Skyhawks Flag Football Camp Skyhawks Sports Academy is offering flag football camp which will introduce the core skills of passing, catching and de-flagging or defensive positioning – all presented in a fun and invigorating training environment. The week ends with the Skyhawks Bowl – a chance for athletes to showcase new and refined skills. These programs are designed for beginner to intermediate level players. Not recommended for advanced athletes. The participant to coach ratio is approximately 15:1. Campers receive a football, T-shirt and merit award. Bring water and snacks. 
Skyhawks Mini-Hawk Camp Mini-Hawk programs allow young children to explore soccer, baseball, and basketball in a day-program setting. There is no pressure—just lots of fun while these young athletes participate in all three sports, soccer, basketball and baseball, through unique Skyhawks games. Our Mini-Hawk coaching staff is trained to meet the specific needs of young children and is committed to helping them start off on the right foot as they venture into athletics. The participant to coach ratio is approximately 10:1. Campers receive a mini-ball, T-shirt and merit award. Bring plenty of water and a snack. Stick School Lacrosse Camp The beginner course is for children with little to no experience playing lacrosse. Students will be taught history, rules and basic stick skills through age appropriate recreational style activities designed to instill knowledge and confidence. All equipment is provided for this non-contact class promoting fun, fitness and fundamentals! Participants will be divided based on age and skill level. Each camper will receive a shirt. WSM Soccer Academy Terry Weekes, director of coaching and player development for the San Ramon Soccer Club, and the senior staff of San Ramon Soccer will direct a week long developmental program for recreational and competitive players. This camp will provide a great opportunity for all players to further develop their skills and enjoyment of the game. The camp will be held indoors and each participant will receive a camp t-shirt. 
Tennis Camps
Youth Beginning/ Intermediate: This camp teaches the fundamentals and is perfect for beginners and intermediate players. The program includes drills, contests, games, scoring, mini matches and tournaments. Bring a new unopened can of Penn or Wilson balls.
Youth Advanced: This intensified tennis training camp is challenging and for more advanced players who will be grouped according to ability for instruction drills and match play. Tournaments, singles and doubles highlight the program. Bring a new unopened can of Penn or Wilson balls.