Students of all ages can learn at MPC, including K-12 learners. Summer camps provide enrichment and year-round credit and non-credit options are available.
Learning Opportunities for Diverse Ages & Stages
Discover, Learn, and Play!
Welcome to a world of fun, creativity, and exploration designed for kids and teens! Our youth programs offer a wide variety of engaging classes and camps tailored to spark curiosity, build skills, and create lasting memories.
Whether your child is an aspiring chef, a budding athlete, or an adventurer eager to try something new, we have something for everyone. From energizing sports camps to hands-on cooking workshops and beyond, every experience is crafted to inspire and empower young minds.
Let the journey begin!
Personal Development
Browse our catalog, join a production, or come to campus for talks or seminars.
Take a class: Look for class descriptions that indicate course material is suitable for those under the age of 18.
Join the Theater: Learn about upcoming shows and enroll or volunteer to participate.
More Happenings: Check out lectures, readings, performances and more.
High School Dual Enrollment
Did you know you can earn college credit while still in high school? MPC's Dual Enrollment program allows high school students to take college classes. Save time and money by getting a head start on your college education at MPC.
Even better, courses in MPC’s College and Career Access Paths program may be offered on your high school campus!
Current Youth Classes
What is the perfect pizza? You'll start with fresh ingredients and dough-making secrets to create your homemade pie. Prepare both classic and innovative pizza toppings and create a calzone with your own unique flavor combination. Plus, you will learn tips for working with yeast and using a pizza stone or steel. Delivery will be a bygone era once you experience how easy and delicious homemade pizza can be.
Ages 8-17.
Students must wear closed-toe shoes and long pants, and may bring their favorite apron.
Days: Saturday
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Date: February 1, 2025
Location: Monterey Campus, 980 Fremont Street, Monterey, CA 93940, Building #17
Room: Family & Consumer Science Building, FC-104 (Kitchen)
Fee per class: $75
Materials Fee per class: $15
Instructor Bio: Amy Ferguson has been teaching for 37 years, 31 of those at American international schools in Brazil and Singapore. She is currently a chef at the Monterey Peninsula College Hospitality Culinary Arts Department. Food is a beautiful way to connect us all no matter where we come from or where we are going. She loves that the culinary world has no boundaries and that we are all able to connect and share experiences through the delights of food.
Join Today!Uncover the origins of this uniquely-Japanese foodstuff and learn key cooking techniques. You will finish your course by enjoying your handmade bento box which may include items like an egg roll, pickled vegetables, rice, and breaded chicken. Come and learn about the basic rules of this Japanese enhanced equivalent to the American lunchbox.
Ages 10-17.
Students must wear closed-toe shoes and long pants, and may bring their favorite apron.
Days: Saturday
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Date: March 15, 2025
Location: Monterey Campus, 980 Fremont Street, Monterey, CA 93940, Building #17
Room: Family & Consumer Science Building, FC-104 (Kitchen)
Fee per class: $75
Materials Fee per class: $15
Instructor Bio: Amy Ferguson has been teaching for 37 years, 31 of those at American international schools in Brazil and Singapore. She is currently a chef at the Monterey Peninsula College Hospitality Culinary Arts Department. Food is a beautiful way to connect us all no matter where we come from or where we are going. She loves that the culinary world has no boundaries and that we are all able to connect and share experiences through the delights of food.
Join us for a thrilling, action packed day where young athletes can explore multiple sports like soccer, basketball, softball/baseball, flag football, and pickleball. Our experienced coaches will guide campers through games and skill-building activities, perfect for all levels. It's the ultimate day to learn, play, and make new friends--all in one exciting camp!
Ages 6-12.
Day: Saturday
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Date: April 12, 2025
Location: Monterey Campus, 980 Fremont Street, Monterey, CA 93940, Building #17
Room: Athletics Department
Camp Fee: $100
Sibling Discount Available!
Athletic Coaches Bio: MPC Athletic Coaches play a vital role in creating a positive, supportive environment where athletes can develop their skills on and off the field. They provide guidance, motivation, and encouragement, fostering teamwork and personal growth. With their expertise and enthusiasm, MPC coaches ensure that every student-athlete has an enjoyable and enriching experience. Their leadership helps create lasting memories and teaches valuable life lessons beyond athletics.
Experience the joy of bonding with your child through the art of cooking, where every recipe becomes a shared adventure and a lasting memory. Join our class and turn your kitchen into a space of creativity, connection, and delicious discoveries!
Class fee covers one parent and one child. (Please contact us if you have more than one child to enroll (831) 646-4058, our office will assist with additional enrollments)
Ages 8+ (with a parent/guardian).
Students must wear closed-toe shoes and long pants, and may bring their favorite apron.
Days: Saturday
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Date: May 3, 2025
Location: Monterey Campus, 980 Fremont Street, Monterey, CA 93940, Building #17
Room: Family & Consumer Science Building, FC-104 (Kitchen)
Fee per class: $115
Materials Fee per class: $20
Instructor Bio: Amy Ferguson has been teaching for 37 years, 31 of those at American international schools in Brazil and Singapore. She is currently a chef at the Monterey Peninsula College Hospitality Culinary Arts Department. Food is a beautiful way to connect us all no matter where we come from or where we are going. She loves that the culinary world has no boundaries and that we are all able to connect and share experiences through the delights of food.