Adventure is Calling!
Make a splash this summer with Academy’s Trips & Dips—packed with exciting outings, cool dips in the pool, and unforgettable summer fun for children entering Kindergarten through 5th grade!
Weekly Themes, Creative Activities, Field Trips, And Fun
Get ready for a summer packed with adventure, creativity, discovery, and FUN! Each week brings a new theme to life, giving campers the chance to explore exciting worlds through hands-on activities, games, challenges, special experiences, and plenty of opportunities to make memories with friends.
The fun extends beyond camp with weekly field trips to exciting destinations and regular trips to the swimming pool throughout each week, giving campers even more ways to explore, stay active, cool off, and enjoy summer with their friends.
From uncovering hidden garden adventures and exploring museum mysteries to diving into science, sports, movies, pirate quests, talent showcases, and an unforgettable big-top experience, there’s something new to look forward to every week. Our summer program is designed to keep campers active, curious, creative, and engaged while making every day feel like a new adventure!
2026 Trips & Dips Themes
June 24 - June 26:
Hidden in the Garden
Children will explore the living world around them while learning what plants and garden creatures need to grow and thrive. Through hands-on activities, they'll plan, design, and create their very own garden-building curiosity, teamwork, and a love for nature. $320
June 29 - July 02:
Secrets at the Museum
Attendees will become sculptors as they create their own masterpieces while learning about some of history's greatest works of art. The week ends with a special museum-style showcase of their creations — you won't want to miss it! $425
July 06 - July 10:
Game On – Sports Week
Campers will jump into a week of action-packed games, friendly competition, and team challenges. From classic favorites to new twists, they will build teamwork, sportsmanship, and confidence while staying active and having fun. It's time to play hard, cheer loud, and shout. Game On! $535
July 13 - July 17:
Cinematic Quest – Lights, Camera, Discovery
Campers will step into an epic adventure, where stories come to life! Through creative challenges, teamwork, and hands-on activities, they’ll complete exciting “missions” inspired by the magic of movies, while becoming the hero in their own cinematic quest. A special performance takes place at the end of the week for families to enjoy. $535
July 20 - July 24:
Science Explorers
They will step into an epic adventure where stories come to life! Through creative challenges, teamwork, and hands-on activities, they'll complete exciting "missions" inspired by the magic of movies while becoming the heroes of their own cinematic quest. A special performance will take place at the end of the week for families to enjoy! $535
July 27 - July 31:
Pirate Quest – Search for the Lost Treasure
Your treasure hunter will set sail on a swashbuckling adventure filled with clues, challenges, and teamwork. As they follow maps and solve riddles, they'll work together to uncover the lost treasure. The week will end with a special treasure hunt event for families to enjoy together! $535
August 3 - August 7:
Academy’s Got Talent
Campers step into the spotlight to sing, dance, and shine, as they form bands, enjoy karaoke, and rock out with fun games and activities. From facepainting and rock star dress-up relays, to styling their counselor like a superstar, fun times await. The week wraps up with a camper-friendly concert. $535
August 10 - August 24:
The Ultimate Big Top Adventure
Step right up for a week of excitement under the big top! The kids will explore circus skills, games, and creative performances while building confidence and teamwork. The fun wraps up with a special circus showcase at the end of the week for families to enjoy! $535
Program Highlights & What's Included
Each registered child will receive a Trips & Dips T-shirt, a daily snack, and a pizza lunch every Friday!
The summer fun doesn’t stop there! Campers will enjoy weekly field trips to exciting destinations, offering new opportunities to explore, discover, and make lasting summer memories.
We’ll also make a splash with multiple trips to the swimming pool each week,
giving campers plenty of time to cool off, stay active, and have fun with friends.
With exciting weekly themes, engaging activities, field trips, swimming, and plenty of summer fun, every week at Trips & Dips is a new adventure!
Savings & Discounts
Make the most of your summer and save with our Trips & Dips Summer 2026 discounts!
Register for 6+ weeks and receive 10% off summer tuition, or register for 4–5 weeks and receive 5% off summer tuition.
Sibling Discount: Receive $25 off each week for your second child when siblings are enrolled in the same sessions.
Refer a New Friend: Refer a family who has never attended Academy, and both families will receive $25 off each week enrolled. Referral discounts apply toward tuition and are not redeemable for cash.
Tuition Assistance: CCS & WPA tuition assistance accepted.*
Snacks, Shirts & Splash-Worthy Adventures
Every child who attends gets a cool t-shirt, daily snacks, and a Friday pizza feast. “Where to Wednesdays?” takes us on off-site adventures to waterparks or exciting destinations. And did we mention theme-related special guests? Learning, laughter, and lunchtime—it’s all covered!
Epic Playgrounds Keep Kids Active
Sibling Discounts = More Fun, Less Fuss!
Why juggle multiple stops when all your kids can learn and play together? They’ll love sharing adventures, making friends, and diving into hands-on activities—while you enjoy the convenience (and savings). A summer full of fun should come with fewer logistics and more sibling shenanigans!
Safety In The Sun For A Worry-Free Summer
Staff Members Keep Spaces Clean For Healthy Campers
Our diligent team keeps your child’s space sparkling—because glue sticks belong on paper, not hands! With top-notch scrubbing and sanitizing, we help keep germs away and immune systems strong, and professional cleaners come in every evening. So you can stress less, and they can focus on the important stuff—like mastering the art of finger painting!
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Two Sought-After Accreditations Indicate High-Quality Care
FAQs
Academy provides one morning snack and one afternoon snack depending on your child’s daily schedule. All families are required to provide a healthy lunch for your child(ren).
Please refer to the Academy Family Handbook for healthy food choices in the classroom. Click here
Academy’s operating hours vary based on location. Please visit your preferred center’s location page.
Each center is equipped with trained staff to facilitate the sanitation of toys and manipulatives throughout the day in addition to frequently touched surfaces. Professional cleaners clean school buildings top to bottom every evening after pick-up.
Each age group and program have their own capacity guidelines provided by the Maryland State Department of Education. Please click here for state guidelines: https://earlychildhood.marylandpublicschools.org/system/files/filedepot/3/staff-child_ratio_chart_-_child_care_centers.pdf
Space permitting, part-week and part-day schedules are available at most of our locations for select programs.