Denver, CO has 207 ages 9–12 (upper elementary & middle school) camps for 2026, with 173 currently accepting registration. These camps cover upper elementary and middle school programs with specialty camps in coding, athletics, performing arts, and leadership, with an average cost of $302/week. Below are our top picks ranked by program breadth, data quality, and enrollment status.
Last updated: July 24, 2026· Data refreshed daily
Sports · Brackett Hall, 2350 Libby Dr
Offers competitive swimmers top-tier instruction focusing on stroke technique, endurance, and race strategy in a fun, high-energy, and motivating environment.
STEM · 101 Ulster Ct
This is the place for budding game developers embark on an exciting journey into the world of Roblox! Throughout the camp, Ninjas will explore the basics of game building on Roblox, an innovative online gaming platform.
Multi-Activity · 55 Clermont Street
Camp Shai is the premier Jewish Day Camp serving children entering kindergarten through sixth grade. Individuals of all backgrounds, faiths, and families are welcome. At Camp Shai, we offer a little something for everyone with a variety of engaging and fun activities.
Sports · 1650 S Birch St, Denver, CO 80223
Rock Climbing Summer Camps teach campers climbing on some of the most iconic formations in the area. Supported by our top-notch instructors, campers learn the basics of climbing, knot tying, belaying, and rappelling as they ascend a variety of routes and rock types.
Multi-Activity · 6350 Eldridge Street
At YMCA Summer Camp, kids find adventure, meet friends, discover passions and have tons of fun. Families across the Denver metro area come to Denver Y summer camp for a comprehensive experience, including physical activity, art projects, games, time outdoors, character development and social emotional learning - not to mention two field trips each week!
Multi-Activity · The Montessori Academy of Colorado, 2500 Curtis Street, Denver, CO 80205
Steve & Kate's Camp offers a variety of activities for children, fostering independence and creativity.
Arts · 71 E. Yale, Denver, CO 80210
Kids will enjoy trying out various instruments and exploring exciting music styles with a new theme each week.
Arts · 71 E Yale Ave
Explore! Music Camps for kids ages 6-10, offering instrument exploration, music styles, crafts, and outdoor play.
Sports · 2199 S University Blvd, Denver, CO 80208
University of Denver is located in the heart of Denver, just six short miles from downtown and roughly 16 minutes from the city center. Denver’s state-of-the-art facilities provide the perfect environment for campers to develop their skills.
Multi-Activity · Boulder Country Day School, 4820 Nautilus Ct N, Boulder, CO 80301
Steve & Kate's Camp offers a variety of activities for children, fostering independence and creativity.
Multi-Activity · 10455 Sheridan Blvd, Westminster, CO 80020
Summer camp for youth and teens at City Park Recreation Center, offering a variety of activities and field trips.
Multi-Activity · The Logan School for Creative Learning, 1005 Yosemite St., Denver, CO 80230
Steve & Kate's Camp offers a variety of activities for children, fostering independence and creativity.
Multi-Activity · Platte River Academy, 4085 Lark Sparrow St, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
Steve & Kate's Camp offers a variety of activities for children, fostering independence and creativity.
Multi-Activity · 300 W. Chenango Ave, Englewood, CO 80110
Fully licensed day care by the State of Colorado for children 5 years old (and completed kindergarten) through 13 years old, offering a fun, safe environment with field trips and social interaction.
Arts · 1101 13th Street
Join us for a week filled with stories and songs from Broadway’s Golden Age of musicals. During this interactive week, young performers will take to the stage with acting, singing, and dancing!
| # | Camp | Ages | Cost/Week | Sessions | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nike Swim Camp - Session | Varies | $1041-$1041 | 54 | Open |
| 2 | Codeninjas | Varies | $279-$279 | 36 | Open |
| 3 | Camp Shai at Graland Country Day School | Varies | $1220-$1350 | 24 | Open |
| 4 | Avid4 Adventure Wash Park Rock Climbing | Varies | $740-$740 | 18 | Open |
| 5 | Arvada YMCA Day Camp | Varies | $270-$320 | 15 | Open |
| 6 | Denver - Curtis Park Summer Camp | Varies | $250-$250 | 15 | Open |
| 7 | Swallow Hill Music | Varies | $250-$450 | 14 | Open |
| 8 | House of Rock Summer Day Camps | Varies | $250-$450 | 12 | Open |
| 9 | Revolution Field Hockey Camp at University of Denver | Varies | $629-$769 | 11 | Open |
| 10 | Boulder Summer Camp | Varies | $250-$250 | 10 | Open |
| 11 | City Park Recreation Center Summer Camp | Varies | $215-$295 | 10 | Open |
| 12 | Denver - Lowry Summer Camp | Varies | $250-$250 | 10 | Open |
| 13 | Highlands Ranch Summer Camp | Varies | $250-$250 | 10 | Open |
| 14 | KidConnections Summer Camp | Varies | $250-$300 | 10 | Open |
| 15 | Denver Center | Varies | $450-$450 | 57 | Open |
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Denver, CO has 207 camps serving ages 9–12 — the widest selection of any age group. Options include specialty sports, advanced STEM and coding, performing arts, wilderness skills, and leadership programs.
Yes. Ages 9–12 have the most specialized options in Denver, CO, including competitive sports clinics, robotics and coding bootcamps, theater intensives, and outdoor survival programs. Many camps offer skill-level tracks so kids are appropriately challenged.
Mix camp types across the summer — a week of sports, a week of STEM, a week outdoors. Denver, CO has enough variety to keep tweens engaged without repeating the same program. Our planner tool can help you build a week-by-week schedule.