Mounds View Summer Camps for Kids 2026
Mindfulness, movement, and creative summer camps in Mounds View, MN for elementary and middle school students.
Hosted in partnership with Mounds View Community Education at local Mounds View area schools.
Mounds View Summer Camps for Kids
Mindfulness, Movement, & Creative Fun!
Screen-free summer camps in Mounds View, MN designed to build calm, confidence, and connection — through mindful movement, creative activities, and emotional regulation tools kids can actually use.
The Mindfulness Movement partners with Mounds View Community Education to offer small-group summer camps at local Mounds View schools.
These Mounds View summer camps are part of our larger collection of Twin Cities summer camps for kids, serving families across the Minneapolis–St. Paul area.
Camp Options in Mounds View, Minnesota
All camps are hosted at participating Mounds View area schools including Turtle Lake Elementary and Chippewa Middle School (varies by session).
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Best for: Grades 6+
Dates: June 29 – July 2
Time: 9 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Mounds View MN, Chippewa Middle SchoolDescription:
Relax into our Zen Zone and discover what true calm feels like! This creative mindfulness camp gives middle schoolers a space to relax, experiment with soothing hands-on projects, practice mindful movement, and learn stress-relief tools they can use anytime.
What we’ll do:
Mindful movement & themed yoga games
Breathing tools & calm-down strategies
Creative projects & take-home creations
Confidence & connection activities
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Best for: Grades K–6
Dates: July 6th - 9th
Time: 9 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Mounds View MN, Turtle Lake Elementary SchoolDescription:
A nature-inspired camp where kids create zen gardens, stack balance stones, and explore peaceful practices from around the world. Forest bathing and mindful movement teach simple grounding skills while deepening their connection to the natural world.
What we’ll do:
Mindful movement & themed yoga games
Breathing tools & calm-down strategies
Creative projects & take-home creations
Confidence & connection activities
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Best for: Grades 6+
Dates: July 13th - 16th
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Mounds View MN, Chippewa Middle SchoolDescription:
Welcome to the Relaxation Station, a spa-inspired self-care camp where kids slow down, breathe mindfully, and nurture their inner calm. Through mindful movement and relaxing creative projects, campers build confidence while learning simple ways to rest and recharge.
What we’ll do:
Mindful movement & themed yoga games
Breathing tools & calm-down strategies
Creative projects & take-home creations
Confidence & connection activities
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Best for: Grades K–6
Dates: July 20th - 23rd
Time: 9 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Mounds View MN, Turtle Lake Elementary SchoolDescription:
A high-energy camp blending K-Pop–inspired dance, confidence-boosting yoga, creative mindful movement, and fun self-expression crafts. Ideal for young performers who love music, dancing, and expressing their unique talents.
What we’ll do:
Mindful movement & themed yoga games
Breathing tools & calm-down strategies
Creative projects & take-home creations
Confidence & connection activities
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Best for: Grades K–6
Dates: August 3rd - 6th
Time: 9 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Mounds View MN, Turtle Lake Elementary SchoolDescription:
Get ready for a school year filled with confidence, focus, and self-discovery at our Back to School Empowerment Camp! This uplifting camp blends mindful movement, SEL activities, and creative reflections to help kids set positive intentions, build resilience, and feel truly prepared to thrive in the classroom and beyond.
What we’ll do:
Mindful movement & themed yoga games
Breathing tools & calm-down strategies
Creative projects & take-home creations
Confidence & connection activities
Looking for a smaller, studio-based experience? Families can also explore our Roseville boutique summer camps hosted at The Workroom MN Dance School.
Our camps are a great fit for kids who…
These camps are especially helpful for kids who need a confidence boost, love creative projects, or benefit from practicing emotional regulation tools in a supportive environment.
Feel big emotions and need calming strategies
Want to build confidence and make new friends
Love hands-on crafts and creative activities
Do best in smaller groups with a positive vibe
Need screen-free fun that still feels exciting
Families in Mounds View, Shoreview, Arden Hills, and New Brighton love these camps because they blend fun with real-life coping tools.
These camps are rooted in our year-round kids yoga and mindfulness programs offered throughout the Twin Cities.
What to bring to camp
Camps are held in Mounds View area school classrooms and activity spaces.
Comfortable clothes to move in
Water bottle
Snack
A curious mind & a ready-to-have-fun attitude
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Send us a message, we’re happy to help!
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Not at all! Everything is beginner-friendly, playful, and taught step-by-step.
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Yes. These camps are designed to be supportive and confidence-building, with calming tools woven into the fun.
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If minimum enrollment is not met, families will receive a full refund and will be notified in advance.
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Absolutely — camps are even more fun with a buddy!
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Yes. These summer camps are offered in partnership with Mounds View Community Education and hosted at participating Mounds View area schools.
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Registration is completed through the Mounds View Community Education website once enrollment opens.
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![Middle school students creating calming crafts during a mindfulness-based summer camp in Minnesota, designed to reduce stress and support emotional wellness.]()
Calming Creations: Zen Zone Mindfulness Camp
Relax into our Zen Zone and discover what true calm feels like! This creative mindfulness camp gives middle schoolers a space to relax, experiment with soothing hands-on projects, practice mindful movement, and learn stress-relief tools they can use anytime. Presented by The Mindfulness Movement.
Ages: Grades 6+ -
![Elementary-aged children participating in a nature-based mindfulness summer camp in Minnesota, creating zen gardens with stones and natural materials during an outdoor kids summer camp in the Twin Cities.]()
Zen Den Builders: Nature Art & Mindfulness Camp
A nature-inspired camp where kids create zen gardens, stack balance stones, and explore peaceful practices from around the world. Forest bathing and mindful movement teach simple grounding skills while deepening their connection to the natural world. Presented by The Mindfulness Movement.
Ages: Grades K–6 -
![Children participating in a creative movement and confidence-building summer camp in Minnesota, combining dance-inspired movement and yoga.]()
Pop-Star Power: Creative Movement Confidence Academy
A high-energy camp blending K-Pop–inspired dance, confidence-boosting yoga, creative mindful movement, and fun self-expression crafts. Ideal for young performers who love music, dancing, and expressing their unique talents. Presented by The Mindfulness Movement.
Ages: Grades K–6 -
![Spa-inspired self-care activities at a Minnesota summer camp for middle school students, designed to teach relaxation and mindfulness skills.]()
Relaxation Station: Kids’ Spa and Self-Care Camp
Welcome to the Relaxation Station, a spa-inspired self-care camp where kids slow down, breathe mindfully, and nurture their inner calm. Through mindful movement and relaxing creative projects, campers build confidence while learning simple ways to rest and recharge. Presented by The Mindfulness Movement.
Ages: Grades 6+ -
![Children creating intention-setting art during a back-to-school summer camp in Minnesota focused on confidence and emotional readiness.]()
Mindful Start: Back to School Empowerment Camp
Get ready for a school year filled with confidence, focus, and self-discovery at our Back to School Empowerment Camp! This uplifting camp blends mindful movement, SEL activities, and creative reflections to help kids set positive intentions, build resilience, and feel truly prepared to thrive in the classroom and beyond. Presented by The Mindfulness Movement.
Ages: Grades K–6
These summer camps are ideal for families in:
• Mounds View
• Shoreview
• Arden Hills
• New Brighton
• Blaine
• North Oaks
Serving Mounds View area families
Families looking for school-year enrichment can also explore our after-school mindfulness and non-school day movement programs in Mounds View and surrounding districts.
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Spots are limited and summer camps often fill quickly. Click below to register and save your child’s place.
