Activities Programs

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    Classic Program

  • university-explorer-activity-programs

    University Explorer Program

  • film-explorer-activity-program

    Film Explorer Program

  • outdoor-explorer-activity-program

    Outdoor Explorer Program

  • science-and-technology-explorer-activity-program

    Science And Technology Explorer

  • surf-explorer-activity-programs

    Surf Explorer Program

Program Highlights

  • All activities programs are included in the price of the junior program.
  • UCSB students can add surf lessons to their activities programs for a supplemental fee. Students who choose to participate in surfing will have three surf lessons per week.
  • Classic Activities Programs and Explorer Activities Programs take place during weekday afternoon activities, from 2:00pm-5:00pm.

Classic Program

In the Classic Program, students will enjoy the diversity that each city offers through participating in a variety of cultural, sports, sightseeing, and shopping activities.

Location: UCLA, Wheelock College, and MIT

  • UCLA
  • UCSB
  • MIT

Classic Program Sample Activities

  • The Getty Museumsummer-junior-programs-activity-programs-classic-program
  • Hollywood Walk of Fame
  • Rodeo Drive
  • LACMA
  • The Grove & the Farmers’ Market
  • UCLA pool party
  • Third Street Promenade shopping
  • Volleyball
  • Sunset Canyon Recreation Center

Classic Program Sample Activities

  • State Street shoppingsummer-junior-programs-activity-programs-sterns-wharf
  • Ty Warner Sea Center
  • Santa Barbara Museum of Art
  • Santa Barbara Zoo
  • Sports at Sands Beach
  • East Beach
  • Swimming
  • Red Tile Walking Tour
  • Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
  • The REEF (aquarium)

Classic Program Sample Activities

  • Sports on the banks of the Charles Rivercourses-overview-summer-junior-programs-444
  • Newbury Street
  • Georges Island
  • Bunker Hill
  • Tour of Harvard
  • MIT Museum
  • Freedom Trail Tour

University Explorer Program

University Explorers will take SAT or TOEFL preparation classes. In addition they will visit local universities where they will participate in tours and information sessions. They will also work on essay writing and study skills.

  • UCLA
  • MIT

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  • University tours
  • College Readiness Workshop
  • Writing Skills Workshop

 

Location: UCLA, Wheelock College, and MIT

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  • University tourssummer-junior-programs-activity-programs-university-explorer-program
  • College Readiness Workshop
  • Writing Skills Workshop

Location: UCLA, Wheelock College, and MIT

 

Film Explorer Program

Do you think you have the creativity to be a Hollywood legend? Right in the heart of the world’s entertainment industry, Film Explorers will get a chance to study the art of film, visit a selection of famous Hollywood and entertainment landmarks, and also be given the opportunity to collaborate on a film project.

  • Afternoon Activities
  • Sample Activity Calendar

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  • Film workshops and studio tours
  • Script writing
  • Storyboarding
  • Acting
  • Filming
  • Editing
  • Producing
Week 1
Day 1 Saturday
AM: Arrival & Orientation
PM: Arrival & Orientation
EVENING: Arrival & Orientation
Day 2 Sunday
Beach Party!
Day 3 Monday
AM: Placement Test & Lessons
PM: Filmmaking Lessons
EVENING: Capture the Flag
Day 4 Tuesday
AM: Lessons
PM: Hollywood Walk of Fame
EVENING: Hollywood
Day 5 Wednesday
AM: Lessons
PM: Filmmaking Lessons
EVENING: Dining Out
Day 6 Thursday
AM: Lessons
PM: Special Effects Studio Tour
EVENING: Laser Tag
Day 7 Friday
AM: Lessons
PM: Filmmaking Lessons
EVENING: Disco Dance
Week 2
Day 1 Saturday
Disneyland (Optional)
Day 2 Sunday
Universal Studio
Day 3 Monday
AM: Lessons
PM: Filmmaking Lessons
EVENING: Dodgers Game
Day 4 Tuesday
AM: Lessons
PM: Warner Brothers Studio Tour
EVENING: Movie Night
Day 5 Wednesday
AM: Lessons
PM: Filmmaking Lessons
EVENING: Karaoke
Day 6 Thursday
AM: Lessons
PM: Museum of Contemporary Art
EVENING: Manicures
Day 7 Friday
AM: Lessons
PM: Filmmaking Lessons
EVENING: Casino Night

Outdoor Explorer Program

Santa Barbara is world-famous for its natural beauty, incredible beaches, and majestic mountains. Outdoor Explorers will take advantage of opportunities to hike, kayak, swim, and immerse themselves in the vibrant, lush, and pristine Santa Barbara outdoors.

  • Afternoon Activities
  • Sample Activity Calendar

Activities:

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  • Hiking
  • Kayaking
  • Horseback-riding
  • Volleyball
  • Beach games

Location: UCSB

 

Week 1
Day 1 Saturday
AM: Arrival & Orientation
PM: Arrival & Orientation
EVENING: Arrival & Orientation
Day 2 Sunday
Beach Party!
Day 3 Monday
AM: Placement Test & Lessons
PM: Surfing
EVENING: Capture the Flag
Day 4 Tuesday
AM: Lessons
PM: Guided hiking
EVENING: Stearns Wharf
Day 5 Wednesday
AM: Lessons
PM: Boogie-boarding
EVENING: Dining Out
Day 6 Thursday
AM: Lessons
PM: Swimming
EVENING: State Street
Day 7 Friday
AM: Lessons
PM: Tie-dye party
EVENING: Disco Dance
Week 2
Day 1 Saturday
Disneyland, Channel Islands and Sea Cave Kayak Tour or Camarillo Outlets (Optional)
Day 2 Sunday
Universal Studio
Day 3 Monday
AM: Lessons
PM: Puzzle painting
EVENING: Bonfire on the Beach
Day 4 Tuesday
AM: Lessons
PM: Paddleboarding
EVENING: Movie Night
Day 5 Wednesday
AM: Lessons
PM: Guided hike
EVENING: Karaoke
Day 6 Thursday
AM: Lessons
PM: Goleta Beach
EVENING: Manicures
Day 7 Friday
AM: Lessons
PM: Red Tile Walking Tour
EVENING: Casino Night

Science And Technology Explorer

Make the most out of your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to spend the summer at MIT. Science and Technology Explorers will get hands-on experience with the most recent and cutting edge advances in scientific and technological research and development. Explorers will visit on-campus and off-campus laboratories and offices!

Surf Explorer Program

Surf Explorers will learn to surf in the waters off the coast of Santa Barbara that are famous for their mild temperatures and great waves. Surfing activities include professional surf instruction, boogie-boarding and other exciting outdoor activities.

Requires a supplemental fee

  • Afternoon Activities
  • Sample Activity Calendar

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  • Surfing
  • Boogie-boarding
  • Guided horseback-riding
  • Inspiration Point Hike

 

Location: UCSB

Week 1
Day 1 Saturday
AM: Arrival & Orientation
PM: Arrival & Orientation
EVENING: Arrival & Orientation
Day 2 Sunday
Beach Party!
Day 3 Monday
AM: Placement Test & Lessons
PM: Surfing Lessons
EVENING: Capture the Flag
Day 4 Tuesday
AM: Lessons
PM: Hiking
EVENING: Stearns Wharf
Day 5 Wednesday
AM: Lessons
PM: Boogie Boarding
EVENING: Dining Out
Day 6 Thursday
AM: Lessons
PM: Sports at Sands
EVENING: State Street
Day 7 Friday
AM: Lessons
PM: Surfing Lessons
EVENING: Disco Dance
Week 2
Day 1 Saturday
Disneyland, Channel Islands and Sea Cave Kayak Tour or Camarillo Outlets (Optional)
Day 2 Sunday
Universal Studio
Day 3 Monday
AM: Lessons
PM: Surfing Lessons
EVENING: Bonfire on the Beach
Day 4 Tuesday
AM: Lessons
PM: Paddleboarding
EVENING: Movie Night
Day 5 Wednesday
AM: Lessons
PM: Guided hike
EVENING: Karaoke
Day 6 Thursday
AM: Lessons
PM: Swimming at Santa Catalina Pool
EVENING: Manicures
Day 7 Friday
AM: Lessons
PM: Surfing Lessons
EVENING: Casino Night