Pioneer Athletic Super Summer Camp

(23 reviews)

2.0 mi

If you like a shared space gym that's packed full of fun things, then this is the place to be! I…read morefelt both completely out of my element and right at home as a traveling aerialist. The space is compact and looks like a parkour gym with a little bit of this and a little bit of that tucked away in every corner (even a fairly full-looking weights area in the front of the building outside of the parkour area). The other students looked like they were very comfortable in the space, and the other students in my (Chinese pole) class were very nice, and we played around together after our class, which was awesome! The instructor did a great job moving the class along and bringing everything up/down in difficulty depending on the individual student. I loved trying out this new apparatus in such an encouraging and judgment-free place. I'll be back next time I'm in town.

Since I was 11 years old, I've always wanted to do a backflip. Now that I'm 40, it seemed like a…read morelost dream. I bought one of these 30 day challenges online I thought would help me achieve a backflip, but it ended up teaching me the wrong stuff. Then someone recommended Apex to help me because they have drop-in classes and one-on-one coaching. Within four months, I finally got results! Here are my takeaways for success: * Come in with a goal. Pick a trick (or several). It motivates you to keep coming and helps you gauge your progress. * Do a monthly membership for at least three months. It gives you access to all their classes, which leads me to the next point.... * Take different classes. They do a LOT more than parkour, and I've yet to take a parkour class. They do aerial, handstand classes, tumbling, trampoline, tricking, and more. Taking other courses rounds out your training and helps your brain put all the pieces together. Most importantly, you get access to different coaches. I started with tricking, then tried a tumbling class with Anthony and everything came together. He's an incredible teacher who's great at demonstrating. But they all have unique teaching styles. Rob gives simple, clear instructions that work up to more complex tricks--with big results; Natatia has a great warmup and is vigilant to avoid injuries; and Bethel can spot mistakes others miss. It's important to find what works for you and every instructor is unique. * Consider private lessons. Ryan is a phenomenal coach, one of the absolute best I've ever met. I made more progress in one hour with him than months on my own. He's the perfect combination of supportive and challenging. HIGHLY recommend talking to him. * ASK QUESTIONS. Some reviews suggest people are unapproachable here. They aren't. They assume you are working on something unless you state otherwise. You'll understand why as soon as you land a trick and stimagine if everyone was interfering with your practice. Sometime you just need to do the work uninterrupted. * Finally, be gentle with yourself and your expectations. This is a lifestyle and progress moves at the pace your fingernails grow. Don't rush what's uncomfortable. It helps if you have other stuff to work on so your mind-body connection can rest. That's where learning happens.... Good luck to you and enjoy. This place will truly change your life.

It isn't always clear what the process is so make sure you ask someone.

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Trackers Earth Denver

(1 review)

1.7 mi

The best summer camp! My son has a blast every day and loves the archery and carving. The denver…read moredirector is also so super great with my son! I highly recommend!

From the owner: Trackers Earth award-winning camps and school year programs are action-packed, immersive guided…read morequests for all ages. Offering summer day and overnight camps, fall/winter/spring break day camps, as well as after school, school day, and mentorship programs. Timeless skills, friends, and outdoor connection with over 20 themes like Archery, Nature Awareness, Wilderness Survival, & Outdoor Sport.

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Spree

(3 reviews)

2.5 mi

Our child has been going to the summer camp for three years in a row and absolutely adores the…read morestaff and experience overall. They mix it up between environmental stewardship of the Platte river watershed as well as doing other land and water-based activities. Every time we pick him up he is always happy and filled with satisfaction.

SPREE camps provide fun & engaging activities by the South Platte River for children all over…read moreDenver! It's a great way to get kids outside & learning over the summer - all while having loads of fun! They have two locations - one downtown over the Cherry Creek and one near Alameda & the South Platte River at Johnson-Habitat Park.

Platte river trail

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Rocky Mountain Conservatory Theatre

4.8

(6 reviews)

0.7 mi

My child has been a part of this programming for 6 years now. The staff is incredible. They have…read morehelped my child grow and have been an integral part of his life every step of the way. It's all he talks about year round. So much so that we have had him signed up for classes in spring and fall every year. We love RMCT and will refer as many people as possible! They spend the entire day rehearsing plays, learning improv, dance, voice and acting from professionals who have not only been with the company from the beginning, but fly in from different parts of the country to ensure the quality of training. I can't say enough things about this incredible place. My family and I will always be supporters.

My daughter attended the Denver camp this year for the first time and we really did not know what…read moreto expect which is a little scary when you are committing to three weeks! (we had looked at it the last two summers, but never pulled the trigger) We did have a friend who had done the camp in Denver the last two summers and enjoyed it, so we finally decided to give it a go and signed her up for the 9-12 age group. Although the first day can be a bit of a drag as it is audition day and according to my daughter they sat around all day and watched auditions, it did not take her long (the next day) to already start talking about next year and if she could come back again! The staff was great - friendly and kind to kids and parents alike. The staff is also professional actors, and Cat who directed my daughters performance was amazing. My daughter is very quiet and gets shy on stage, usually showing now emotions or smiles. This time for all three productions she smiled away! It was obvious she was more comfortable on stage and had gained some confidence.

RMCT Summer Camp & Acting Classes for Kids

Annie

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Seussical

iD Tech Camps

3.3

0.3 mi

I don't recommend them for an overnight camp. I complained that my kids sat in a room with…read morecomputers for 3 hours every night . Their response its okay because they did snow cones one night. Expensive with no camp experience. Pick another overnight camp.

As a camper here, I can say that I really appreciate how polite and respectful the staff is. They…read moreare all super cool, friendly, and know exactly what they are doing. I love it here! Food and facilities are super, computers are great, and fun is always a top priority!

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Camp Shenanigans Colorado

4.3

(4 reviews)

2.7 mi

This camp was incredible. The owners put so much time and thought into everything. Loved the…read moreactivities, food, and color wars. I have told everyone about this camp and cannot wait to go back. The only thing that could improve was my motivation by day 3! They jam packed the schedule (but not mandatory) that by Sunday I was exhausted! Love Camp Shenanigans!!

I was planning my best friend's Bachelor party and he had no desire for the traditional strippers…read moreand casino night. When I found this I thought it would be perfect....and it was! The counselors were awesome, the food was good, the drinks were ever-flowing, the games/events were great and the venue is absolutely beautiful! I not only suggest it for anyone, but I might even see you there next year!! ;)

Steve & Kate's Camp - Denver, Lowry

4.1

5.4 mi

Absolute worst experience with a camp. My nephew might as well have stayed home and watched TV. It…read morewould have been a better environment. The "councilors" were barely paying attention to the kids, the room was filled with children between the ages of 6-13? without appropriate games or activities. Complete chaos any time I dropped off or picked up. I saw one councilor alone with clearly more than 40 kids by themselves. The food pictures my nephew sent were terrible. kids were in and out without any kind of supervision. I could not be more disappointed in a camp. It did not feel safe to send my nephew here for Summer camp after a horrible spring break camp experience.

Great place to go! My son loves his time at Steve and Kate's and enjoys going. The only reason for…read morethe 4 star rating is because food options are very limited and never change. They also aren't the healthiest/most nutritious meals. Otherwise 10/10 recommend.

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Avid4 Adventure - Washington Park

4.4

1.5 mi

This review includes the email that I sent to the camp manager. He was incredibly rude and short…read morewith me - there was no apology at all, however they did refund my money for that week. We have been to the camps before, but this year it was beyond disappointing. Our daughter is enrolled in the 2-week camp: 7/26 - 8/6 and we have to tell you how disappointing this week has been. First of all, the counsellors are great and Grey really liked them - we have no complaints there. We want to bring to your attention just how the kids spent the week: Day 1: they went canoeing in a lake where the water is so filthy and toxic that the kids were told they could not get in the water at all and to make sure the water didn't go near their mouths as they would get extremely sick. Day 2: they went on a bike ride and were taken to a trail that was completely exposed and offered no shade. Ultimately, they could only ride for 30+ minutes before they had to call it quits as the kids were overheating. When the 100+ degree weather is taken into consideration, this seems like a ridiculous activity and a poor choice of bike path. Apparently they spend most of the day sitting under a tree to escape the heat. Day 3: a hike was planned but apparently one of the kids forgot their medication so once at their destination, they all sat around and waited over an hour for the child's mother to arrive with the medication. Once that was over they "hiked" for literally 20 minutes before loading up and driving back. Day 4: this was another water day an equally filthy lake. Even though the temperature was over 100 degrees, they couldn't jump in the lake. Day 5: this was the only day our daughter enjoyed because they finally went to a lake where they could jump in the water. When one takes into account the $100/day price tag we pay for your camp to show our children the kind of summertime outdoor adventures we as parents would have enjoyed taking them on ourselves, it seems as though all we paid for in the end was an elaborate daycare.

My son did 2 camps this summer. He had a Great time and as a parent, I could not have been more…read morepleased! The camp was SO organized, I almost could not believe it! Customer service and communications on all levels was amazing! I definitely recommend Avid4 Adventure

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Silicon STEM Academy

1.5 mi

We can't say enough about Silicon STEM Academy! We love them!…read more (1) Customer-Focused: John and Kelly are the founders and they are truly the nicest business owners you will ever meet! They know everyone's name and when you're new, they go out of their way to introduce themselves and get to know your child. As soon as our child walked in the doors, it was like home away from home. John and Kelly started the enrichment after-school program (they also have camps) because they were inspired by their own son when he was growing up. He was really into tech/innovation and less into sports, and there wasn't anything out in the market for kids like him. Everyone there is super passionate about their programs, and you can tell they really enjoy their jobs. (2) Kid-Friendly: Besides the founders and staff who are wonderful with the kids of all ages, their facility is set up with different fun innovation/work spaces for students. They also offer a wide variety of classes from coding, to battle bots, to stop motion animation, etc. Every other Friday they also offer a 3-hour drop off window where parents leave their kids there to do all sorts of fun activities while the parents get adult time. (3) Parent-Friendly: John and Kelly are great about getting feedback from parents. They are always open to questions and super patient when explaining things to the parents. They have open houses where the entire family is invited to do projects in their space. For example, last holiday they had LED Holiday Card making which was super fun. We highly recommend Silicon STEM Academy and have told many friends/family about it!

A wonderful learning nest for life long learners of all ages. Are you wanting to "Unleash Your…read moreInner Geek!" I do, and have participated in a Pre-Coders Meet-Up and visited in the evenings to watch and participate with others wanting to do same.

Coding for kids - which includes programming, Minecraft Modding, 3D design, and more.

Digital Media courses and Summer Camps offered at Silicon STEM Academy in Denver, CO.

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Arduino Electronics and Robotics meet for fun, learning and future building skills.

artSPARK Creative Studio

4.8

(23 reviews)

5.0 mi

Artspark is such an amazing place.I met so many friends there and learn so much.Art spark isn't a…read moreplace we're you just make crafts and I discovered that by going to this camp you have really inspired me at work I hope to come back front more. Vivian-8

My kids love ArtSpark! They've attended the summer camps and parents night out for date nights…read more They like the level of freedom to create things while also getting ideas and demonstrations from the teachers.

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Confluence Park

4.3

(64 reviews)

5.6 mi

Confluence Park encompasses the point where Cherry Creek flows into the South Platte River. This is…read morealso the spot where Denver was founded in May 1858. Beginning a city here proved to be a poor choice as the waterways were prone to periodic flooding. The City shifted to the northeast and this area was ignored and filled up with heavy industrial users. A huge flood in 1965 destroyed much of that infrastructure and provided an opportunity for redevelopment. The Greenway Foundation was a prime mover in the 1970s to create a park highlighting this area. A major update in the 1990s focused on floodplain management and further enhanced the park as a hub for the regional trail system. Today this is a highlight of Lower Downtown. Shoemaker Plaza begins at the REI building and extends down to the north edge of the South Platte River. The main park area begins at the south edge of the River and covers both sides of Cherry Creek. The trail system runs through this and continues north, south, and east. This is a beautiful space and exists in its own world, apart from the bustle of Lower Downtown. It is well worth a visit.

I wish this place was cleaner! I love the rushing water! There was sa gorgeous bird waiting to…read morecatch a fish and it was waiting so long! It was sad! All there were were plastic bottles and polluted foam! It honestly reminded me of Northern Virginia. I expect more from Colorado. Especially at such a public place!

Highlands bridge and Platte River

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Surfside Splash Park

4.5

(20 reviews)

6.0 mi

What a hidden gem! Such a nice little splash pad tucked away. You pay for a day pass and you can…read morecome and go as you please.

Gorgeous, fully functioning, completely fenced in, clean, affordable, well staffed place with super…read morefriendly staff... Will be our new go to slash Park this year!!

The splash pad

Splash pad park

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Gates Tennis Center

4.4

(65 reviews)

2.4 mi

I've been coming to Gates for 20+ years and remiss that I haven't done a review yet…read more The facility has a lot of tennis and pickleball courts. They offer lessons, leagues (top dog tennis is awesome) and have items for rent/purchase. I tried pickleball for the first time my last time there. It is addicting and I can see why it has become such a popular sport. Similar to tennis but very different it is accessible to people of all ages. Just be careful. They give you quiet paddles to keep the noise down for surrounding businesses and residents. They renovated the space a while back and it is clean and well laid out. Since they are in Cherry Creek the parking can be challenging even with a private lot.

Yes, of course I rated them 5 stars. This is hands down one of the best, if not the best, public…read moretennis facility in the Denver area. One of the best in the state. Apex is pretty solid too, in Arvada, and Denver Tennis Park. Anyway, prices are fair, staff is really great and the people that hit here are generally pretty nice folks. I don't hit here a lot as I belong somewhere else and it's quite a bit of a drive for me but again it's a fantastic facility

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Discovery Park

4.3

(20 reviews)

9.7 mi

We love this park! They did an amazing job! Great for picnics, bike riding, scootering, skating,…read moreetc. Tons of grass, and during the summer they turn on the Splash Pad which is a lifesaver on hot days. Perfect for picnics, birthday's, casual park days. Lots of places to sit and there is a gazebo for shade with tables. If we can keep it clean and free of graffiti it would be amazing! One of our favorite parks!

It's a cute park but there isn't much shade and what there is is generally full on the days you'd…read morewant to be there to use the splash pad

Creek designed for kids to wade in

Climbing butterfly

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Little tot area

Sloan's Lake Park

4.2

(126 reviews)

6.5 mi

This is a beautiful park! It's about a 2 mile loop around the park with a nice breeze. It's very…read morebusy and parking was tough - we had to park on a close side street. There was a local popsicle vendor there which was a nice treat. The playground here is fantastic - I'm jealous I didn't have one like that growing up! The kids looked like they were having a blast.

I love Sloan's Lake Park. I had a really nice picnic there the other day with my baby. We shared a…read morepeanut butter and jelly sandwich and looked at the water and played at the beautiful new playground on the south side of the park. It's really a gorgeous place and it made me miss living in the neighborhood, but I'm glad I don't live too far away to visit.