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Summer 2027 · Ages 5–12 · Hudson, OH

Make friends.Build confidence.Make summer memories.

A welcoming day camp where every camper finds their people, tries something new and goes home with a summer full of stories.

  • 🏊 Daily swim
  • 🛟 Certified lifeguards
  • 💛 Counselor-supervised

Hosted at ONYX Tennis & Racquet Club, Hudson

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Why Summer Friends?

Find your summer friends.

The name is a promise. From the first morning, we make sure every camper has someone to play with, someone to cheer for and someone cheering for them.

Friendship, on purpose

Counselors make intentional introductions, pair campers in buddy activities and look out for anyone who's new.

Confidence, every day

Small brave moments add up: a first cannonball, leading a team or sharing a talent on stage.

Active, happy days

Swimming, games and outdoor play keep kids moving from morning to pickup.

Something for every kid

Sporty, artsy, curious or quiet, there's a corner of camp that fits every camper.

Camp traditions

  • Buddy pairs
  • Team cheers
  • Friday celebrations

Summer adventures

A new adventure every week.

Daily swimming

Every camper takes a swim test first, and certified lifeguards are on deck.

Sports & games

Relays, court games and team challenges.

Arts & crafts

Paint, build, create and bring it home.

Outdoor play

Fresh air, open space and big-kid fun.

Potential outings

A planned trip or special outing most weeks.

Activities and outings are proposed and subject to confirmation.

Weekly themes

Proposed preview

10 themed weeks.

Join one week, a few, or the whole summer.

1

Moovin' & Groovin'

Dance parties, obstacle courses and all-day wiggles.

SkyZone

2

Abracadabra!

Magic tricks, illusions and a little mystery.

Fun 'n' Stuff

3

Lab Rats

Slime, fizz, experiments and big "whoa!" moments.

Science center

4

Explorers Challenge

Maps, missions, animals and treasure hunts.

Akron Zoo

5

Under the Big Top

Circus skills, clowning around and carnival games.

Bowling

6

Wild Safari

Animal adventures and jungle crafts.

The Farm at Walnut Creek

7

Sweet Creations

Decorating, kitchen science and tasty treats.

DIY cake pops

8

Home Run Heroes

Baseball, team spirit and ballpark fun.

Akron RubberDucks game

9

Summer Friends Olympics

Team colors, medal events and friendly competition.

Ice skating

10

We've Got Talent!

Rehearse, perform and celebrate the summer together.

Movie outing

A typical day

A summer parents can plan around.

Steady routines, clear times and plenty of fun in between.

Pack a lunch, snacks and a water bottle daily.

2027 hours will be confirmed.

  1. 7:30–9:00 a.m.

    Optional before care

  2. 9:00 a.m.

    Camp begins: welcome circle and buddy check-in

  3. Morning

    Theme activities, sports and games

  4. Midday

    Lunch and swim time

  5. Afternoon

    Arts and crafts, outdoor play and team challenges

  6. 3:00–4:15 p.m.

    Wrap-up and dismissal

  7. 4:15–5:30 p.m.

    Optional after care

Team and safety

Caring counselors. Clear safety practices.

Counselor supervision

Campers are supervised by counselors throughout the day.

Swimming procedures

Every camper takes a swim test, and certified lifeguards are on duty during swim time.

Getting to know your camper

Medical details, emergency contacts and waivers are collected during formal registration.

More about team & safety

Tuition

Simple weekly tuition.

Pick three or five days a week, for as many weeks as you like. No checkout and no deposit to preregister.

Estimate your summer
Camp T-shirt included!
Weekly tuition, ONYX member rates
Weekly attendanceONYX member
Three days$180/week
Five days$250/week
Field trips$30 per camper/week
Before OR after care$50 /week
Before AND after care$75 /week
Daily extended-care option$15 /day

Rates shown are our previously published camp rates. Summer 2027 pricing and which memberships qualify for the member rate will be confirmed before registration opens.

Parent proof

Happy campers, happy parents.

Approved camp photo coming soon
Approved camp photo coming soon
Approved camp photo coming soon

FAQ

Questions, answered.

See all FAQs

Children ages 5–12.

No. Every family is welcome. ONYX members receive a lower weekly rate, and qualifying memberships will be confirmed before registration opens.

Hosted at ONYX Tennis & Racquet Club, 5133 Darrow Rd, Hudson, OH 44236.

Camp begins at 9:00 a.m., with wrap-up and dismissal from 3:00–4:15 p.m. Optional before care runs 7:30–9:00 a.m., and optional after care runs 4:15–5:30 p.m. 2027 hours will be confirmed.

Yes. Choose the weeks you need, with three-day or five-day attendance.

Counselors make intentional introductions, set up buddy activities and help newcomers jump in. It's what our name is all about.

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Ready to find your summer friends?

Preregistering lets us send you early registration information for Summer 2027. It does not reserve a space or require payment.

  1. 1You
  2. 2Your campers
  3. 3Summer plans
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