PROGRAM

A celebration of Mexico’s art, food, and music — from papel picado to mariachi. Campers explore color, creativity, and cultural pride. Colores symbolizes creativity, art, and the diversity of our cultures and people. From the bright markets of Oaxaca to the golden deserts of the north and the turquoise shores of the Yucatán, Mexico is a land painted in color and tradition. This week, campers celebrate the colores that make Mexico shine — through art, music, dance, and storytelling that reflect its Indigenous, African, and Spanish influences. Children create papel picado, learn folk dances from different regions, and explore how color tells the story of culture — in murals, embroidery, and even in the food that fills the table. Along the way, they’ll pick up new Spanish words, rhythms, and inspiration from Mexico’s deep cultural mosaic. At ¡Viva Verano!, Colores de México reminds us that every shade has a story — and together, they create something beautiful.

Roots of Northern Central America - Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador. Explore the heritage, storytelling, and ancestral voices from the northern reaches of Central America, the roots of Maya civilization intertwine with the living rhythms of Garífuna and Afro-Indigenous cultures. Campers explore the deep connections between language, land, and identity — from the temples of Tikal to the coastal drums of Belize. Through storytelling, weaving, drumming, and traditional crafts, children uncover how resilience and creativity have flourished for generations. They’ll learn words from ancestral languages, explore sacred plants like cacao and maize, and see how shared traditions keep communities strong and united. At ¡Viva Verano!, this week honors ancestry, heritage, and the voices that continue to guide us forward.

Discover the rhythms and flavors of Cuba, Puerto Rico, and Haiti and the Dominican Republic. Music, dance, and tropical art take center stage. Ritmos celebrates movement, joy, and the power of music to connect hearts across the sea. This week, campers feel the beat of the Caribbean — from the vibrant sounds of Hispaniola, Cuba, and Puerto Rico to the coastal rhythms of Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama. They’ll explore how African, Indigenous, and European traditions blend to create music full of life and soul. Children move to merengue, salsa, and bomba, create art inspired by island life, and explore the stories carried in every rhythm. Through dance and song, they learn Spanish vocabulary and the joy of expressing themselves freely. At ¡Viva Verano!, Caribe Vivo reminds us that the rhythms of the islands flow within us — carrying the heartbeat of Africa, the warmth of the sun, and the joy of a people who dance through history with pride and strength.

Roots of Southern Central America - Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama. Move to the rhythm, listen to the sounds of the rainforest, and experience renewal. In the lush south of Central America, roots grow through rainforest canopies, volcanoes, and coastal waters alive with biodiversity and music. From the colorful masks of Nicaragua to the Afro-Caribbean beats of Limón and the Emberá artistry of Panama, campers celebrate the vibrant cultures that connect people and nature. Children will explore ecology and art together — crafting rainforest creatures, learning folk dances, and tasting tropical fruits while discovering how traditions and the environment shape identity. At ¡Viva Verano!, Raíces del Sur celebrates the beauty of connection — showing how language, land, and culture blossom together like the forests of the south.

Taste and create! Campers learn about Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay through food, fútbol, and festive traditions. Sabores represents celebration — the joy of sharing food, music, and tradition that nourish both body and soul. From the beaches of Brazil to the pampas of Argentina and Uruguay, the Atlantic South is alive with rhythm and flavor. This week, campers explore the vibrant tastes, sounds, and colors of the region through cooking, dance, and art that reflect the blend of African, Indigenous, and European influences. Children dance samba and cumbia, learn the art of sharing yerba mate, and make sweet brigadeiros to celebrate friendship. They discover how food, music, and community intertwine — and how each dish tells a story of migration, creativity, and joy. At ¡Viva Verano!, Sabores del Atlántico Sur reminds us that flavor is more than taste — it’s history, culture, and connection served from one heart to another.

Journey through the Andes — Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Paraguay — exploring indigenous languages, landscapes, and legends. Alma represents the heart and spirit that flow through the mountains, connecting people, art, and nature in harmony. High in the Andes, music, art, and storytelling come together like mountain winds. This week, campers explore the alma — the soul — of Andean South America through Quechua- and Aymara-inspired rhythms and the stories of people who live in balance with the land across Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador. Children weave colorful textiles, play the zampoña and charango, and discover how values like ayni — community and reciprocity — connect people to one another and to the earth. They’ll explore how Andean traditions inspire art, music, and language that carry deep respect for nature and ancestry. At ¡Viva Verano!, Alma de los Andes reminds us that when we create together, we honor the spirit of those who came before us — and the beauty that continues to grow from the mountains to the heart.