Summer Camps at the ARC are back! Campus Recreation is
excited to offer eight weeks of summer camp for youth ages 7–17 for the 2026 season, filled with
beloved camp traditions and engaging activities in a fun, safe environment on the UCI campus. With
our Variety Camps featuring all we have to offer, the program has expanded to include additional
Specialty Camps for even more unique experiences.
2026 Camp Calendar
WEEK 2
6/22-6/26
WEEK 3
6/29-7/2*
WEEK 4
7/6-7/10
WEEK 5
7/13-7/17
WEEK 6
7/20-7/24
WEEK 7
7/27-7/31
Camp Information
Full Day Camp | Monday - Friday (5 days) | * Week 1 and Week 3
are Monday - Thursday (4 days)
Times: 9am - 4pm (early drop off starting at 7:45am) | Please send lunch/snacks with camper
Camp Fee: Price per camper per week
UCI Students: $375 | UCI Faculty/Staff: $450 | All Others: $525
Week 1 & Week 3 Camp Fee: Price per camper per week
UCI Students: $300 | UCI Faculty/Staff: $360 | All Others: $420
Times: 9am - 4pm (early drop off starting at 7:45am) | Please send lunch/snacks with camper
Camp Fee: Price per camper per week
UCI Students: $375 | UCI Faculty/Staff: $450 | All Others: $525
Week 1 & Week 3 Camp Fee: Price per camper per week
UCI Students: $300 | UCI Faculty/Staff: $360 | All Others: $420
The Variety Camp is perfect for campers who love to experience in a plethora of
activities. Each week features a mix of active, creative, and exploratory
experiences, including rock climbing, cooking, arts and STEM activities, swimming,
archery, and for campers ages 11–14, our Odyssey High Ropes Course and Zipline.
The Specialty Camps offer campers the opportunity to dive deeper into their
interests through the premier instructional programs at Campus Recreation.
Instructors and experts in their respective fields dedicate their summer to
developing skills and mastery during their desired camp session, creating a
meaningful and rewarding camp experience.
- Specialty Camps/Age Ranges:
- ARC Adventure Camp (11-15yrs)
- Archery Camp (7-14 yrs)
- Art Camp (7-14 yrs)
- Climbing Camp (8-14 yrs)
- Cooking Camp (8-14 yrs)
- Paddle and Racquet Sports Camp (7-14 yrs)
- Leadership Camp (11-15yrs)
TThe Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Program at UCI Campus Recreation offers teens ages
13–17 hands-on leadership experience in a camp setting. Participants work alongside
camp staff to build skills in leadership, communication, teamwork, and
responsibility through mentorship and supervised daily activities—ideal for teens
preparing for future jobs or careers working with youth.
Summer Camp ARCtivity Schedule
* Subject to change
7:45am-9am
Camper arrival/drop off
9am-12pm
Morning group and
specialty activities (archery, racquet, climbing, etc.)
12pm - 1pm
Lunch (bring own lunch)
1pm-4pm
Afternoon group and
specialty activities, including pool time
4pm - 4:30pm
Camper pick up