Peace Camps
Ages 3 – 5 (Children must be potty independent) 
$190/session - 9:00AM – 12:00PM
2 Sessions: June 17 – 21, June 24 – 28 
Instructors: Oak Grove Preschool Teachers

Bring your children to our beautiful wooded campus, where summer is filled with laughter, choices and creativity. They will play indoors and out, exploring ideas, sand and water, and making friends in our safe, nurturing environment. Social skills are developed through peer interaction, while peaceful methods of conflict resolution are modeled and supported. (Optional Aftercare program is available from 12:00 - 2:30PM on request – $20/day additional charge.)

Art Camp - Ceramics, Painting, and Sculpture in the Studio
Ages 6 – 10 
$275 - 9:00AM – 2:30PM
June 17 – 21
Instructors: Oak Grove teachers Christy Sylvester, Jeanette Berkovitz, Marga Kasper

Students will explore their creativity in Oak Grove's rich Art Building, in media including ceramics, painting, drawing, sculpture, and collage. Lead by experienced teacher Christy Sylvester, this camp presents a wonderful opportunity for young students to let their art shine! Of course students will also have fun playing games, getting wet, and relaxing with other campers.   

Creativity Camp - Art and Nature
Ages 6 – 10 
$275 - 9:00AM – 2:30PM
June 24 – 28
Instructors: Oak Grove teachers Jeanette Berkovitz and Marga Kasper

In addition to the art studio, students will also explore the beautiful area of the Oak Grove woodland near the campus and beyond. From there, what they find in nature will become both the inspiration and the medium for the creations and activities.

Come explore the far reaches of the Sespe River. Nationally designated as "Wild and Scenic," the Sespe is one of only two such rivers in Southern California. Witness the astonishing reappearance of the California Condor and Big Horn Sheep. Prehistoric cave paintings illustrate a world unchanged by modern humans. Visit Southern California as it was a thousand years ago.

The Young Chef - Junior High and High School Students
Ages 12 – 16 
$300 - 10:00AM - 1:00PM
July 8 – 12 
Instructors: Oak Grove chefs Michael Shevchuk and Kate Komaiko  

For junior high and high school students - Come learn culinary basics with Oak Grove Chefs Michael Shevchuk and Kate Komaiko. Gain hands-on experience with local ingredients and see what being a chef is all about. The course covers preparation of a variety of dishes from Mediterranean to Mexican to Asian. Each class will end with a special lunch, and the delicious week culminates in a lunch served for your special guest.

The Young Chef - Elementary Students
Ages 9 - 12
$300 - 10:00AM - 1:00PM
July 15 – 19 
Instructors: Oak Grove chefs Michael Shevchuk and Kate Komaiko   

For elementary students - Come learn culinary basics with Oak Grove Chefs Michael Shevchuk and Kate Komaiko. Gain hands-on experience with local ingredients and see what being a chef is all about. The course covers preparation of a variety of dishes from Mediterranean to Mexican to Asian. Each class will end with a special lunch, and the delicious week culminates in a lunch served for your special guest.

Science Camp with Jim Bailey - Chemistry!
Ages 7 and up
$275  - 9:00AM – 12:00PM
July 29 – August 2
Instructor: Oak Grove teacher Jim Bailey

Join Ojai’s renowned science guy Jim Bailey as he explores the foundations (and sheer wonder) of chemistry, focusing on reactions, polymers, atoms, light, and heat. Students will study light waves by making their own kaleidoscopes and polarizing filters.

Surf Camp
Ages 7 and up
$275 - 1:00 – 5:00PM
July 29 – August 2
Instructor: Oak Grove teacher Jim Bailey

In addition to practicing basic surf techniques and building strength both in and out of the water, students will learn about safety and proper surfing etiquette. A great opportunity to visit our beautiful coast!

Combine Surfing and Science with Jim Bailey
Make it a full day
$500 – 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Come and explore California's iconic National Park. Glacial valleys, pristine lakes, giant sequoias and raging waterfalls are just some of the natural wonders that will surround us. We will base camp at Crane Flat and spend the week exploring the park. Daily adventures include the 20 Lakes Basin, Tuolumne Meadows, and the Panorama Trail. 

Science Camp - The Physics of Flight!
Ages 10 and up
$275 - 9:00AM – 12:00PM
August 5 – 9
Instructor: Oak Grove teacher Jim Bailey

The physics and fun of flight! Students will create (and get to keep) their own high-pressure, air-powered launching device, experimenting with different projectiles - all with different properties. Also on the menu, the class will make boomerangs and work with Estes solid fuel rockets.

Surf Camp
Ages 10 and up
$275 - 1:00 – 5:00PM
August 5 – 9
Instructor: Oak Grove teacher Jim Bailey

In addition to practicing basic surf techniques and building strength both in and out of the water, students will learn about safety and proper surfing etiquette. A great opportunity to visit our beautiful coast! 

Combine Surfing and Science with Jim Bailey
Make it a full day
$500 – 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Peace Camps
Ages 3 – 5 (Children must be potty independent)
$190/session - 9:00AM – 12:00PM
Two sessions: August 5 – 9, August 12 – 16
Instructors: Oak Grove Preschool Teachers

Bring your children to our beautiful wooded campus, where summer is filled with laughter, choices and creativity. They will play indoors and out, exploring ideas, sand and water, and making friends in our safe, nurturing environment. Social skills are developed through peer interaction, while peaceful methods of conflict resolution are modeled and supported. (Optional Aftercare program is available from 12:00 - 2:30pm on request – $20/day additional charge.)

Art Camp - Fiber Art, Painting, and Sculpture
Ages 6 – 10 
$275 - 9:00AM – 2:30PM
August 5 – 9
Instructors: Oak Grove teachers Jeanette Berkovitz and Bettina Hohner

Students will explore their creativity in Oak Grove's art studio, working with fabrics, wool, paint, wire, and more. Students will also have fun playing games, getting wet, and relaxing with other campers as well. 

Surf’s Up!
Ages 6 – 10 
$275 session - 9:00AM – 2:30PM
August 12 – 16
Instructors: Oak Grove teachers Rory Stalwick and Marga Kasper

If your child is excited about surfing this is the class for her/him. We will introduce and practice basic technique and build stamina and strength needed for paddling. We will learn about water safety and surf etiquette, as well as surf culture. Above all, we’ll have fun getting wet! Class time will be divided between ‘dry-surfing’ activities on campus and field trips to pool and beach.  

Experience the joy and challenge of being in a band as we explore the art of Rock and Roll in an instructional/jam session. Students must have basic proficiency on an instrument (vocalists are welcome) and be willing to work and play with other musicians. Discover the creative and technical foundations of Rock and have fun!