Creative Adventures Camp
Offers Girls and Boys an Exciting New Theme Each Week of the Summer
An All Inclusive Experience!
Instructional Swim, Rock Wall, Extended Care and Snack are all included in the weekly tuition.
Rancho’s Creative Adventures Camp, the #1 Camp in Scottsdale, will sell out each week.
Register today to secure your reservation. To preserve an incredible experience, certain to exceed the expectations of both parents and campers, this camp will sell out. Low ratio. Instructional swim. Day campers are split into grade appropriate groups. Safety is the top priority – always!
Why Attend Rancho’s Creative Adventures Camp?
Led by experienced adults who work in education, children enjoy a safe, nurturing and fun summer camp environment. We aim for a 8:1 camper to counselor ratio (3:1 lifeguard to camper ration during swimming), because every child deserves personal attention. Rancho Creative Adventures Camp offers stimulating and traditional weekly themes, complemented with an abundance of varied daily activities and traditions. Creative Adventures campers also enjoy daily swimming from our highly-trained lifeguards. Review the themes below and register today for multiple weeks, or better yet for the entire summer. Review the themes below and register today for multiple weeks, or better yet for the entire summer. Perfect for campers who love to be creative with their hands, bodies and minds! To be a kid again!
2025 Date and Themes For Rancho’s Creative Adventures Camp
May 27: Super Skits and Sketches *
You’ve seen your counselors do it a thousand times, now it’s your turn to step into the spotlight! In a hilariously over the top week of comedy and acting, campers will have the chance to practice and perform their original sketches along with all the classic camp skits for an audience of their peers. Camper Teams will be allotted stage time in the morning and afternoon during each day of camp to bring their ideas to life. Let’s see who can make our mascot Ozzie laugh the hardest.
*No Camp on Monday, May 26 in recognition of the Memorial Day Holiday. Tuition will be prorated accordingly.
June 2: Fairy Tale and Comic Book Creation
Mirror, mirror on the wall – who is the most creative camper of them all? The sky’s the limit as campers design, author and illustrate comic books and short stories. Girls and boys alike will immerse themselves in a week of fairy tales, superheroes and comedy as they bring their original stories and characters to life.
June 9: Creative Choreography
Leap into a week where actions speak louder than words. Stage combat, interpretive dance and pantomime are among the many movement arts that campers will explore in this high action week of camp. To top it off, campers will choreograph their own performance and create their own movement props! From ribbon dancers to feathered fans, this is a week you won’t want to miss!
June 16: Fabulous Fashion and Jewelry *
From tiaras to anklets, come create your own unique style from head to toe! Campers will work with our Rancho Camp Fashionistas to design and create their own jewelry and accessories. With full access to our extensive camp craft closet, campers will use beads, yarn, jewels, fabric paint and more to bring their designs to the runway! Over the week, campers will curate their own line of accessories to show off their incredible, one-of-a-kind style. Before taking home the fashion pieces in their collection, campers will have the chance to showcase them at the Rancho Camp Fashion Show! No prior experience necessary, just bring your creative energy!
*No Camp on Thursday, June 19 in recognition of the Juneteenth Holiday. Tuition will be prorated accordingly.
June 23: Fiber Arts Frenzy
Are you ready for an amazing week of arts and crafts and honing in on your fiber arts skills? Campers will have the opportunity to learn new skills in weaving, knitting, stuffed animal creation, and so much more. Join us as we learn to make the best friendship bracelets on the planet, and get as creative as you’d like with our over the top puppet show put on by our very own campers! Can’t wait to see you there!
June 30: Amazing Improv *
Welcome one and all to a super comedy improv show! Campers will learn all types of exciting improv games as we push the limits of creativity. Participants will try their hand at awesome activities like “Finish That Sentence,” “Stand, Sit, Jog,” and “What am I Doing?” We will case study some of the greatest improv actors of our time and try to channel their energy into the Friday Final Show!
*No Camp on Friday, July 4 in recognition of the Independence Day Holiday. Tuition will be prorated accordingly.
July 7: Artful Adventures
Prep your paint pallet, sharpen your pencils, and get ready to create! Flex the right side of your brain as we paint, sculpt, and draw our way through another awesome week at camp. Mix colors and paint with acrylics and watercolor; learn how to mold, carve, and build three-dimensional works of art; and prepare to showcase your work for all to see at the summer camp art gallery on Friday. Campers will go home with their very own portfolio.
Marvel, Captain Marvel, and Ironman are trademarks of the Marvel and The Disney® Group of Companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse Rancho Camp or any of its classes. “Dr. Seuss” is a trademark of its respective owner which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse Rancho Camp or any of its classes. Star Wars® is a trademark of the Disney® Group of Companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse Rancho Camp or any of its classes
Rancho’s Creative Adventures Camp Weekly Activities Include:
GaGa and Backyard Sports
Traditional indoor and outdoor sports including: GaGa, Soccer, Volleyball, Beach Games, Cornhole.
Interactive Play-Fitness Games
Get your body moving and your steps in as campers experience the Camp Rock Wall, Mini Ninja Obstacle Course, Relay Races, Scavenger Hunts, and more.
Innovation Lab
Design, create, and innovate through exploration and discovery. Kids will be challenged to use their critical thinking skills.
Creative Visual Arts
Time to get the smock and open the “right” side of the brain during this relaxing and engaging part of the week.
Creative Culinary Design
Head to the “kitchen” to create your own Edible Craft such as Pretzel Rockets, Yummy Dr. Seuss Sushi and other allergy-free snacks.
Instructional Swimming
Summer is hot so we like to cool down daily with Instructional Swimming led by Red Cross Certified Lifeguards and Swim Instructors.
A Typical Day At Rancho’s Creative Adventures Camp
Complimentary Morning Extended Care
(7:30am to 8:45am – included and free)
Normal Camp Hours
(8:45am to 9am)
Each Day Begins With:
Morning Meeting & Counselor Challenge Games
ACTIVITY 1
Theme of Week Morning Activity 1
ACTIVITY 2
Outdoor Backyard Sports
COMPLIMENTARY SNACK
(Before 10:30am – included and free)
ACTIVITY 3
Theme of Week Morning Activity 3
ACTIVITY 4
Interactive Play and Fitness
LUNCH
Campers Bring Their Own Lunch
All of the above is an example of a daily schedule. Activity times and programs change week-to-week.
ACTIVITY 5
Swimming & GaGa
ACTIVITY 6
Tech Time or Creative Visual Acts
ACTIVITY 7
Theme of the Week Afternoon Activity 7
ACTIVITY 8
Innovation Lab or Digital Arts
Each Day Concludes With:
Afternoon Meeting & Counselor Challenge Games
All of the above is an example of a daily schedule. Activity times and programs change week-to-week.
Normal Camp Hours Pick-Up
(2:55pm to 3:15pm)
Complimentary Afternoon Extended Care
(3:15pm to 5:30pm – included and free)
About Rancho Creative Adventures Camp
Led by experienced adults who work in education, girls and boys enjoy a safe, nurturing and fun summer camp environment. There will be no shortage of stories being shared when your son or daughter returns home each day from Rancho Camps! Join us for a summer filled with artistic adventures and unforgettable experiences!
Get ready for a summer of imagination and creativity at Creative Adventures Camp! Our campers will embark on an exciting journey where they can choose from a variety of captivating themes, each offering a unique and thrilling experience. Whether it’s stepping into the spotlight with hilarious skits and sketches, designing and sculpting mythical creatures, exploring the world of choreography and movement arts, creating stunning visual art, mastering fiber arts and crafts, mastering the art of improv, or crafting fabulous fashion and jewelry, there’s something for every young artist at Creative Adventures Camp.
In every program, campers will unleash their creativity and develop new skills in a supportive and fun environment. They’ll have the opportunity to express themselves, collaborate with fellow campers, and showcase their work, whether on stage, in an art gallery, or on the fashion runway. The possibilities are endless, and the memories created at Creative Adventures Camp will last a lifetime.
Rancho Creative Adventures Camp is unlike any other camp experience in the area. Our leadership team ensures a safe, experimental, nurturing and stimulating traditional camp environment with a new themed-session each week – encouraging campers to enroll in multiple weeks, if not for the entire summer.
Activities & Philosophy
Rancho Creative Adventures Campers will sleep well at night after a fun-filled, action-packed camp day! We believe there is a direct correlation between the movement of the body and an enhanced capacity for the developing mind to innovate and create. Therefore, there is no shortage of daily indoor and outdoor activities and play for all campers attending Rancho Creative Adventures Camp.
At Rancho Creative Adventures Camp, we provide a safe, nurturing and fun-filled environment for our campers. Our well-trained and experienced teacher/early childhood counselors foster personal growth and development for every child. Our primary focus in Creative Adventures Camp is for campers to: meet new friends, learn new skills, try new things, and gain confidence that will benefit them for years to come.
Rancho’s Creative Adventures Camp is a place where young minds are encouraged to soar, and creativity knows no bounds. Our philosophy is built on the belief that every child has a unique artistic voice, and we provide a variety of engaging activities that empower them to explore their creative potential. From sketch comedy and mythical creature design to choreography, visual arts, fiber crafts, improv, and fashion design, our programs are designed to nurture imagination, self-expression, and collaboration.
We embrace the idea that the arts provide a powerful outlet for personal growth and self-confidence. Campers are inspired to express themselves and showcase their creations, whether on stage, in art galleries, or on the fashion runway. Our guiding philosophy is centered on encouraging campers to push their creative boundaries, take artistic risks, and forge lifelong memories. Join us for a summer of artistic adventure and self-discovery at Creative Adventures Camp.
Our Leadership
Rest assured parents, because we are obsessed with the details of sourcing, hiring, and training excellent instructors and counselors to work at Rancho Camp. Since 1997, our company has incredible experience sourcing, hiring and training well-qualified professionals to lead your children, who are entrusted under our supervision and care, each and every day. All Rancho Day campers are led by experienced and creative adults who have extensive experience working in education and/or working in a camp setting. Each Rancho Camp instructor who works with your son or daughter is fully vetted and has passed local and nationwide criminal background checks, in-depth reference checks, and a behavioral personality test – all to ensure that our company core values are upheld and our expectations are fully met each and every camp day.
Moreover, we have a dedicated team at Rancho’s Winter Camp Headquarters who work year-round to ensure each camp team member is a proper fit and represents our high level of standards including: safety, experience, courtesy, respect, professionalism, flexibility, and enjoyment. Our entire team of full time and seasonal professionals is filled with persons who lead-by-example, put others before themselves, serve as mentors and friends, and lastly celebrate your camper’s effort over results.
Our Training
Rancho’s dedicated full time Talent Acquisition team works year-round at our Winter Headquarters, all of whom have children of their own and obsessed with the execution of a proven and extensive professional hiring process. Moreover, we work throughout the year to develop an immersive multi-day, 30+ hour training experience, which includes teachings, materials, professional development, and lessons presented: online, during webinars, in-person and on-the-job.
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“All 3 of my girls appreciated the opportunity you provided them with last week. Jennifer (pre-k) now wants a rolling robot for Christmas, Julie (1st grader) said she wants an Ozzie birthday party (do you even do that?) and Billi (6th grader) told me last night she wants to become a space engineer because, as she told me, “we need more girls in space!” Incredible job. Thank you for inspiring my 3 girls. See you next summer.”
Lindsi V.
“As a single dad of two twins the school year becomes exhausting. When I heard you guys provide free snack and extended care I was ecstatic. I signed Bryan and Caleb up for your Rancho Camps program because I knew they would love it. Well, they not only loved it, but I LOVED IT too. No lunch making, no rushing to pick them up or drop them off. You have made my summer so much more simple with all you offer and I want to thank you for that. Thank you.”