Monterey Peninsula College’s Continuing Education program offers a variety of fun and engaging classes and programs designed just for kids! From creative arts and science exploration to sports and life skills, our expert-led courses provide enriching experiences that inspire curiosity, creativity, and growth. Give your child the opportunity to learn, discover, and have fun in a supportive and exciting environment at MPC!
Learning Opportunities for Diverse Ages & Stages
MPC offers summer camps and year-round enrichment opportunities, and the campus is host to a number of youth recreational sports clubs and activities.
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!
Current Youth Classes
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.
Summer Fun Youth Camps
Get Ready for a Summer of Fun & Fitness
Get ready for an action-packed summer! Our All-Sports Youth Camp offers exciting activities like soccer, basketball, baseball/softball, flag football and more. With expert coaches, your child will build skills, make new friends, and have a blast! Sign up today for a summer of fun and fitness!
Ages: 6-12
Dates: June 23 - 27
Time: 9 AM - 3 PM
Location: Pappas-Phillips Community Stadium, Monterey Campus, 980 Fremont Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Cost: $195.00
Camp Instructor: MPC Coaching Staff
*Note: Students enrolled in this camp will need to bring their own snacks, lunch, and water.
Step Into the Spotlight
Calling all aspiring performers! Our "Create Your Own Musical" Camp is the perfect stage to unleash your talent. Whether you're a seasoned actor or a first-time performer, you'll build confidence, master singing, dancing, and acting skills, and rehearse for a spectacular final performance. Don’t miss your chance to shine this summer—join us for an unforgettable experience filled with creativity, teamwork, and the magic of theatre!
Ages: 12-16
Dates: July 7 - 11
Time: 9 AM - 3 PM
Location: Theatre (Morgan Stock Stage), Monterey Campus, 980 Fremont Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Cost: $250.00
Camp Instructor: Todd Siff, Full-time Theatre Instructor
*Note: Students enrolled in this camp will need to bring their own snacks, lunch, and water.
Unlock Your Child's Potential
Get ready for an exciting hands-on adventure at our LEGO STEM Camp! Kids will build, design, and play through fun challenges that boost problem-solving, teamwork, and creativity. From robotics to engineering, campers will explore STEM while making friends and developing future-ready skills. Don’t miss out—sign up today!
Half Day
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- Cost: $186
- Ages: 5-12
- Dates: June 9 - 13, July 14 - 18, July 21 - 25
- Time: 9 AM - 12 PM OR 1 PM - 4 PM
- Location: Marina Campus, 289 Twelfth Street, Marina, CA 93933
- *Note: Students enrolled in this camp can bring a nut-free snack and water.
Full Day
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- Cost: $390
- Ages: 7-12
- Dates: July 14 - 18
- Time: 9 AM - 4 PM
- Location: Marina Campus, 289 Twelfth Street, Marina, CA 93933
- Camp Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies
- *Note: Students enrolled in this camp need to bring their own snacks, lunch, and water.
College Classes & Campus Events for Kids
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!