What's available for kids to do this week?

With students still home from Winter Break for another week, what can you do to keep them entertained?

For energetic kids, Longmont Climbing Collective and neighboring Warrior Playground both offer half day camps this week.

Warrior Playground offers a winter ninja camp through December 29, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., giving kids aged 6-13 an opportunity to hone their athleticism and run wild. 

“It’s a fun thing for the kids to be able to do to learn ninja,” said Warrior Playground owner Sam Banola. “We’re teaching kids that movement is fun.”

Banola said there are still spaces available, so parents looking to drop their aspiring ninja warriors can email Warrior Playground for more info.

Next door at Longmont Climbing Collective, or LCC, young climbers can run up the walls with climbing basics, yoga and games during the half day camp. According to LCC Program Director Shauna Hylenski, equipment is included in the camp so parents only need to send along snacks and a reusable water bottle, as well as signing a waiver.

The half-day camp will teach kids the basics of handholds, footwork and teamwork with both harness and rope-free bouldering, Hylenski said. There are plenty of spaces available, she added, and interested parents can sign up online or reach out to Hylenski via email with questions.

Kids with more creative inclinations can get crafty at the Firehouse Art Center at a half-day camp Dec. 28-30. According to Firehouse Art Center Executive Director Elaine Waterman, the camp is open to kids aged 7 and older. Led by local artist Kate Robare, the New Year themed camp will include games and prizes along with arts and snacks. 

Crafts will include decorations, a New Years gnome, slime and more. Thursday’s camp will have a kid-friendly countdown to the new year as well, Waterman said. Camp sign-up is online and all creative spirits are welcome, she added.