Find the Perfect Summer Experience for Your Kids with Camp Scamp

Discover Local Camps for Your Kids

As parents, we all want the same thing: enriching, unforgettable experiences for our kids—places where they can learn, explore, and thrive. But every year, I found myself scrolling through endless camp lists, trying to balance schedules, locations, and my kids’ ever-changing interests. It felt like an impossible puzzle.

With lots of effort, I discovered small, locally owned, personalized programs run by passionate educators who truly care about kids. These camps weren’t just about keeping my kids busy; they were about building confidence, fostering creativity, and creating lifelong memories.

That’s why I created Camp Scamp—to make it easy for parents like you to find high-quality, locally owned, boutique camps that fit your kids’ interests while simplifying logistics and fostering real that fit your kids’ interests while simplifying logistics and fostering real connections.

Finding the right camp can be overwhelming, so we’ve done the work for you!

Here’s our curated list of the 10 best boutique camps in the Peninsula and San Francisco. These camps offer something truly special—places where kids thrive and parents connect.

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Top 10 Boutique Camps in San Francisco and the Peninsula

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1. Cindy’s Yoga Camp

📍 Golden Gate Park
A screen-free summer adventure! Kids explore yoga, mindfulness, art, and nature while learning emotional regulation and community skills. Perfect for little ones who need a calming yet engaging experience.

2. Camp Velo

📍 Golden Gate Park & Scenic Trails
Ride through Golden Gate Park, hike scenic trails, and learn hands-on bike repair. Choose French or English sessions for an adventure-packed experience that combines fitness and fun.

3. Mahdi Tennis Academy

📍 Hellen Wills Courts
Serve up fun! This program builds tennis skills in a supportive, confidence-boosting environment for ages 4-14. Perfect for budding athletes or kids trying something new.

4. Mi Escuelita en Español

A play-based Spanish immersion camp for ages 2.5-7, fostering creativity and language learning through nature and play. Ideal for families looking to introduce their kids to a new language in a fun, nurturing environment.

5. ANTS Sports Explorers

📍 Dianne Feinstein and Grattan Playground
The ultimate multi-sport camp! From soccer to dodgeball, kids ages 5-11 explore a variety of sports in a fun, inclusive setting. Great for active kids who love trying new things.

6. Bay Area Kids Camp

📍 Barkley field and Beresford park
A rare gem for little ones (ages 3-6)! A mobile, outdoor adventure camp where kids hike, climb trees, explore tide pools, and connect with nature. Small group sizes and caring instructors make this feel more like family than childcare.

7. Tree Frog Treks

📍 Holly Park
This camp uses the power of nature to build confidence, curiosity, and adaptability. Campers meet live animals, perform fun experiments, and explore urban habitats with peers and instructors.

Meet Blondie the Burmese Python, Trucker the Tortoise, Artemis the Blue-tongued Skink, and Jumpy the White’s Tree Frog—just a few of the nearly 100 Animal Ambassadors!

8. The Little Studio

📍 Hayes Valley
A place for children to develop their confidence and self-expression through art. Kids explore real artist’s materials like paint, watercolor, clay, and sewing in a warm, nurturing small-group setting. With small teacher-child ratios, every child receives 1-on-1 support from experienced educators.

9. Portrero Starrs

📍 Portrero Hill
A 100% Mandarin-based camp where kids dive into language and culture through themed weeks like gardening, yoga, cooking, and Chinese cultural arts. Perfect for families looking to immerse their kids in Mandarin in a fun, interactive way.

10. KidSmart Academy

📍 Creative & STEM-Focused Setting
Get ready for a heartwarming adventure where kids unleash their creativity and craft their very own furry friends! From building LEGO robots to painting masterpieces, conducting mad science experiments, and cooking up delicious treats, this camp offers something for every curious mind.

Why Choose Locally Owned, Boutique Camps?

Boutique camps offer personalized attention, unique programming, and a sense of community. They’re run by passionate educators who truly care about your child’s growth and happiness. Plus, they’re a great way to meet like-minded parents and build your community.

Ready to Find the Perfect Camp?

Spring Break is here and summer is just around the corner. Don’t wait—explore our curated list of boutique camps!

What’s your dream summer camp experience for your child? Share in the comments below, or explore our list of top boutique camps to get started!