Spring break is just around the corner for Tucson kids, which means you're probably trying to figure out what to do with them for a week.

We're here to help. 

We found 10 local camps that offer a wide range of activities from horseback riding to creating art and playing sports that are sure to keep them happy and entertained while you keep your sanity (if you have any left).

Hi-Five Sports Camp

The kids will have fun playing up to five sports during their break. Lunch option will be available and posted a week in advance. Otherwise, pack a lunch and water bottle. 

Where: Maracana Indoor Sports Arena, 555 E. 18th Street

When: March 19-23, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

Cost: $50 per day or $200 for the week

Info and registration: Click here

Arts Mini Camp

Melissa Callahan and her son, Jack at Small Marvels.

Activities at this new arts-integrated preschool on Broadway include egg decorating and hunting, spring-themed art activities, gardening and outdoor play. Lunch and two snacks served daily.

Where: Small Marvels, 1403 E. Broadway

When: March 19-23, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. or 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 

Cost: $50 per day for full day and $35 per day for partial day.

Info and registration: Call 520-440-3527 or click here

Spring Break Camp at Campus Recreation

This UA camp features gym and field games, arts and crafts, an on-campus field trip, swimming and a movie. There is a sibling discount of 10 percent. 

Where: UA Campus Recreation, 1400 E. Sixth Street

When: March 19-23, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 

Cost: $220/$200 members for the week or $50/$45 members per day

Info and registration: Click here

Spring Break Ranch Camp

Rider Izzie Alikpala rides her horse Peanut during riding class at the TRAK Ranch at 3250 E. Allen Rd. in Tucson, AZ. TRAK, Therapeutic Ranch for Animals and Kids, just recently moved into this property.

Children ages 8-14 will learn horsemanship, horseback riding and Gymkhana (patterned racing and timed games) skills. 

Where: TRAK (Therapeutic Ranch for Animals and Kids), 3250 E. Allen Road

When: March 19-23, March 26-30 and April 2-6, 8 a.m. to noon 

Cost: $300; indoor after-care is available for an additional fee

Info and registration: Click here

Racquet Club All Sports or Tennis camps

Kids can play tennis, basketball, volleyball, racquetball or swim. Lunch included. Pre- and after-care available for an additional fee.

Where: The Tucson Racquet and Fitness Club, 4001 N. Country Club Road

When: March 19-23 and April 2-6, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

Cost: $185 per week or $46 per day

Info and registration: Click here

FitKids Camp

Each day will feature fitness programs appropriate for kids in grades K-5, as well as an education break where they'll learn about how their bodies move. Light snacks provided, plus a free water bottle. 

Where: TeenFit Studio, 7407 E. 22nd Street

When: March 12-16 and March 19-23, 9-11 a.m. 

Cost: $50 per one-week session. $40 per sibling

Info and registration: Click here

Spring Art Camp at Tucson Museum of Art

Zay, right, makes a collage with friend and classmate Tavia Cailing during a class field trip to the Tucson Museum of Art. Tavia is one of three classmates with whom Zay has bonded strongly.

Children ages 5-13 will produce original art and learn about places and diverse cultures through visits to the galleries and historic buildings. Three weekly sessions are available with a morning and/or afternoon option. Aftercare is available from 3-5 p.m.

Where: Tucson Museum of Art, 140 N. Main Ave.

When: March 19-23, March 26-30 and April 2-6, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. or noon to 3 p.m. 

Cost: $330/$220 member for full day, $175/$125 member half day. After-care is $40 per week or $8 per day. Daily rates are $70/$50 member for full day and $40/$30 member for half day. 

Info and registration: Click here

Spring Recess Kids' Camp

Kids ages 6-12 will learn work on a potter's wheel as well as hand building and sculpture. 

Where: Tucson Clay Co-op, 3326 N. Dodge Blvd.

When: Camp runs from 9 a.m. to noon Tues., Thurs., and Friday of the week your kids are off. Anybody can schedule a camp, but the Co-op needs at least four kids paid in advance to hire a teacher for those days. So, grab your kids and your friends' kids and have a camp just for you. 

Cost: $70 per child

Info and registration: Click here

Northwest YMCA Spring Break 2018

Staff member Becky Sinkula, left, watches as Lily Kline, 8, learns to make a bag out of a T-shirt during the anniversary celebration.

Kids ages 6-12 will participate in different STEM, art, fun and energetic activities each day. Full day campers get to go on a field trip to a movie theater on Friday to see "Sherlock Gnomes." Full day participants must bring lunch every day. 

Where: Northwest YMCA, 7770 N. Shannon Road

When: March 19-23, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. or 8 a.m. to noon 

Cost: $195 full day and $105 half day. 

Info and registration: Click here

Explore Dinosaurs

Children ages 5 to 8 will learn about different dinosaurs through stories, art and play. 

Where: Pima Community College East Campus, 8181 E. Irvington Road

When: March 19-23, 8 a.m. to noon 

Cost: $169

Info and registration: Click here


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