"We live grounded in God's love and 'filled with Joy and the Holy Spirit.' " ~ Acts 13:52
Groundlings Day Camp is a multi-generational ministry of Being the Church, Long Beach. Groundlings Camp provides children with an opportunity to build lasting relationships between all ages, rooted in service and Christian faith.
We value our community and seek to plant the seeds of its future through fellowship and engagement.
We do this by encouraging children to explore who they are as unique individuals, and empower them in their ability to impact one another and the world.
Summer 2025 Camp Dates and Locations
Week 1: June 23 - 27
Week 2: June 30 - July 3
Week 3: July 7 - 11
Week 4: July 14 - 18
Week 5: July 28 - August 1
Week 6: August 4 - 8
Weeks 1 - 4 will be located at Los Altos United Methodist Church.
5950 E Willow Street
Long Beach, CA 90815
Weeks 5 - 6 will take place at Grace United Methodist Church.
2325 E Third Street
Long Beach, CA 90814
Camp runs Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.
Campers must be entering Kindergarten - 8th grade.
Health and Safety
At Groundlings Camp, we prioritize our campers and staff health and safety above all else. We practice health and sanitation protocols that allow camp to remain an open, safe, fun, and nurturing place for our campers and staff. We will continue to adhere to the highest health and safety protocols and practices this summer (as set according to City of Long Beach Health Orders and the American Camping Association).
Tuition
$215 tuition K-5th Camper per week
$200 for a K-5th Sibling Camper per week
$270 for Middle School Crew Camper (6th-8th)
$25 non-refundable deposit per week is due at the time of registration.
Full tuition is due 4 weeks prior to camp start date. No exceptions.
Week 1 tuition due May 26
Week 2 tuition due June 2
Week 3 tuition due June 9
Week 4 tuition due June 16
Week 5 tuition due June 30
Week 6 tuition due July 7
Scholarships are available to support all children and youth coming to camp! Please inquire directly with Rev. Melinda Dodge and Cynthia Navarrette Pueblos.
(Email: campadmin@beingthechurchlb.org and Melinda@BeingtheChurchLB.org)
Extended Care
Morning Care 7:00-9:00 am - $45/week
Afternoon Care 3:00-5:00 pm - $45/week
Both Morning and Afternoon care - $60/week
Refund Policy
In the event of cancellation due to COVID-19 Health Order restrictions, Groundlings Camp will offer full (100%) refund of registration fees minus processing fees.
50% refund issued up to 7 days prior to enrolled camp start date.
Cancellation within 7 days of enrolled camp start date will not be issued a refund.
Please allow 2-3 weeks to process refunds.
All refund requests should be submitted to Cynthia Navarrette Pueblos via email - campadmin@beingthechurchlb.org.