Rec Cubs

Campers must be 5-6 years old by September 1, 2026 and entering Kindergarten - 1st Grade in Fall 2026.

This program is geared toward supporting first-time campers to acclimate to the camp experience. Activities include arts & crafts, outdoor games, science-based fun, music & movement and weekly waterplay activities. This program does NOT include recreational swimming. Learn to Swim add-on lessons are available for an additional fee. This 1-week program runs Monday-Friday from 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM at the Sunset Canyon Recreation Center.

Daily Schedule:

  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM Drop-Off
  • 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM Camp Programming

9:10 AM - 10:00 AM Optional Add-On 25 min Learn to Swim Lessons (Mon-Thurs)

  • 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM Pick-Up

Location:

Sunset Canyon Recreation Center

Session Dates and Fees

Camp Fees are organized in a three-tier payment system.

  • TIER 1: CURRENT UCLA STUDENTS
  • TIER 3: UCLA STAFF AND FACULTY
  • TIER 5: ALL OTHERS

Session Dates

  • Week 1: June 15 - 19** •
  • Week 2: June 22 - 26 •
  • Week 3: June 29 - July 3* •
  • Week 4: July 6 - 10 •
  • Week 5: July 13 - 17 •
  • Week 6: July 20 - 24 •
  • Week 7: July 27 - 31 •
  • Week 8: August 3 - 7 •
  • Week 9: August 10 - 14 •
  • Week 10: August 17 - 21 •

**No Camp June 19

*No Camp July 3

Rec Cubs Add On: Learn to Swim

Rec Cubs campers have access to an add-on for group swim lessons. These optional group lessons are for new and returning swimmers and allow for progressive learning in a fun atmosphere. Campers enjoy FOUR 25-minute lessons per week (Monday-Thursday). Campers are grouped according to skill level. Register for each session that your camper will be attending Rec Cubs.