Creativity
& AI Camp
Santa Monica: Jan 5 – 9, 2026
Description
Creativity & AI Camp is a summer experience where kids explore imagination, collaboration, and critical thinking through the use of age-appropriate AI tools. But this isn’t an AI camp, it’s a creativity-first journey that empowers children to think independently, act with empathy, create boldly, and work meaningfully with others. At Creativity & AI Camp, technology becomes a tool for expression, not the focus. Through hands-on projects and playful problem-solving, campers learn to use AI to expand their ideas, not replace them. Here, they discover how creativity, collaboration, empathy, and ethics are the true skills that shape how we thrive in an AI world.
Pricing
$ 35 Annual registration fee per camper
5 % Sibling discount
Early Bird Discount:
*Jan 1 – April 15, 2026*
Activities
Schedule
A Typical Sandy Day
Morning
- 9:00 – 9:30 Camp Opens – Welcome & Sign In
- 9:30 – 10:30 Cabana Games, Arts & Crafts, Sports
- 10:30 – 12:00 Water Activities, Sand Activities, Nature Walk
- 12:00 – 1:00 Sunscreen, Lunch & Clean Up
Afternoon
- 1:00 – 1:30 Camp Performances & Contests
- 1:30 – 2:45 Water Activities, Sports, Arts & Crafts, Cabana Games
- 2:45 – 2:55 Close of the camp day
- 3:00 – 3:30 Camp Ends – Pick Up & Sign Out
Drop-off And Pick-up
Drop-off: 9:00am – 9:30am
Drop off is in Lot 4N, located at 1100 PCH, SM 90403, immediately adjacent to SM Fire Station 7. We are the small lot just north of the fire station, you will see our Sandy Days van, yellow cabanas and welcome table. Once you have parked, please sign in your child. If it’s your child’s first day at camp, he/she will be given a camp rash guard. A staff member will then escort your child down to our campsite.
Please observe posted speed limits in the parking lot and remember that there are children present!
Pick-up: 3:00pm – 3:30pm
Please pick up your child no later than 3:30pm. If you want to pick up your child early, please let us know at drop off.
Campers are not allowed to be picked up without being signed out. We will not release a camper to a person not listed on the authorized pick up list.
Safety Guidelines
Ocean Safety
Sandy Days is located between two lifeguard towers, and all ocean activities occur during scheduled hours with counselors in the water at all times. Activities are age-appropriate and closely supervised, with directors overseeing safety protocols from the shore.
Experienced & Trained Staff
We maintain a 1:6 counselor-to-camper ratio, ensuring close supervision and personalized attention. Our counselors are experienced professionals, including teachers, coaches, and nannies, and complete required training and ongoing education.
Clear Identification & Boundaries
Counselors and campers wear high-visibility rash guards for easy identification. Designated beach areas and daily perimeter reviews help ensure campers stay within safe boundaries.
Supervised Bathroom Breaks
All bathroom visits are fully supervised, with counselors escorting campers to and from the restroom and remaining nearby at all times.
Health & Safety Standards
Sandy Days follows all California, Los Angeles County, and American Camp Association guidelines, maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and care without compromising the camp experience.
Food & Drink
Lunch And Snacks
Campers may bring their own lunch, snacks and water from home. In addition, we offer freshly made lunches that are delivered directly to camp for your convenience.
Lunch Delivery
We are pleased to partner with Children’s Menu to deliver fresh and nutritious meals and snacks, directly to camp. Meals are made from scratch from simple, whole ingredients in the Children’s Menu kitchen in Los Angeles, and delivered fresh to camp in reusable containers. Children’s Menu features a completely NUT FREE kitchen. Substitutions such as gluten-free and dairy-free are also available. Lunches can accommodate many allergies and dietary restrictions (some fees may apply).
Don’t have time to pack a lunch every day? We have you covered.
Ordering is quick and easy:
- Download the welcome packet for Children’s Menu
- Create your account at Children’s Menu
- Select from the array of healthy, freshly prepared meals, plus optional extras, snacks, and drinks
- Your items are prepared and packed in environmentally-friendly containers
- The food and snacks are delivered directly to the beach for your camper to enjoy!
Drinking Water
Drinking water is available all day. The large water coolers are located under the umbrellas for thirsty campers.
Packing List
What to Wear
- Bathing Suit
- Sunscreen: To reduce contact between counselors and campers make sure to send your camper with spray-on sunscreen. Also, please remember to pack a face sunscreen stick for your child.
- Sand Shoes Or Flip Flops
- Sandy Days Rash Guard
What to Pack
- Lunch & Snacks: Here are some healthy suggestions: string cheese, apple sauce cups, yogurt tubes, fruit rolls, apples, bananas, crackers/chips, carrots, and PB & J sandwiches. Also, include juices or water. When you can’t send lunch from home, we also offer lunch delivery from Children’s Menu – click here for details.
- Sunscreen: While we have sunscreen, we advise you to send sunscreen with your camper. During the day, we will re-apply sunscreen to make sure campers have adequate sun protection.
- Towel: Campers will need a towel to dry themselves after coming out of the water.
- Sweatshirt: It’s nice to have a warm sweatshirt on those cooler beach days.
- Sunglasses & Hat (optional): Please make sure to label all of your child’s belongings.
Registration
We can’t wait to have you join us for another unforgettable season of play, adventure, and connection! Summer Camp starts in
