Summer Art Camp in Dubai for Kids
A real art camp for children aged 4 to 18 — not a mixed-activity holiday club. Drawing, painting, clay modelling, crafts and mixed media in flexible 2-hour sessions, July to the end of August, at our studio in Al Safa 1, Jumeirah. From AED 170, materials included, led by an award-winning artist and an art psychotherapist.
A creative summer at ISOAG, Al Safa
When the school holidays arrive, our summer art camp gives children in Dubai somewhere genuinely creative to spend their mornings and afternoons. Based at our studio in Al Safa, near Safa Park, the camp is far more than a single art session — it is a structured creative programme where children explore drawing, painting, clay, crafts and mixed media in a welcoming studio environment.
Every camp day is guided by experienced art facilitators who help each child build confidence, improve focus and express their imagination, while developing real artistic skills step by step. Whether your child is a budding artist or simply loves to make things, our summer camp turns the long holiday break into a season of discovery.
What your child will explore
Our facilitators rotate projects across the summer so no two days feel the same. Activities span:
- Drawing and sketching
- Painting and canvas art
- Clay modelling
- Paper crafts and collage
- Texture art and mixed media
- Recycling crafts and decoupage
Has your child got a favourite? We can also customise their sessions to focus on one art form — such as sketching, painting, crafts or clay.
Drawing & painting
From observational sketching to bold, colourful canvases, children learn the fundamentals of line, shape, shade and colour using pencils, watercolour and acrylics.
Clay & crafts
Working with clay and craft materials builds fine-motor skills and gives children the satisfaction of making something three-dimensional with their own hands.
Mixed media projects
Combining paint, paper, texture and found materials, mixed-media sessions encourage experimentation and creative problem-solving — there is no single "right" answer, which is exactly the point.
Skills that last beyond summer
Art camp at ISOAG is designed around outcomes, not just keeping children busy. Across the sessions your child will:
- Build confidence by finishing projects they are proud of
- Improve focus and concentration through absorbing, hands-on tasks
- Express imagination in a supportive, judgement-free studio
- Develop real artistic skills progressively, step by step
These are the same foundations our term-time students build — so a summer at camp is also a natural pathway into our regular kids art classes.
Led by award-winning founders
Unlike multi-activity holiday clubs run by rotating staff, our camp is led by genuine art professionals. Ruxeena Musthafa — Co-Founder & Creative Director, a UAE Cultural Golden Visa artist and Art2Heart TV host — guides our creative programme, and Najah Musthafa — Co-Founder and an art psychotherapist — shapes a calm, confidence-building environment. For many families, that clinician-informed approach is exactly what makes our camp feel different.
Summer camp dates & daily times
Our summer art camp runs from July to the end of August, right through the UAE school break. Each session lasts 2 hours, and you choose how many sessions your child attends and which daily time slot suits them best — ideal for families balancing travel, other camps and downtime.
| Daily session times | Length |
|---|---|
| 10:00 – 12:00 | 2 hours |
| 12:00 – 14:00 | 2 hours |
| 14:00 – 16:00 | 2 hours |
| 16:00 – 18:00 | 2 hours |
To reserve a place, just let us know your child's age, preferred starting date and preferred time slot, and we will guide you from there.
Summer art camp prices (2-hour sessions)
We believe in transparent pricing — the more sessions you book, the better the value. All prices are per child and each session is 2 hours (prices in AED).
| Package | Price (AED) | Effective per session |
|---|---|---|
| Single session | 170 | 170 |
| 5 sessions | 750 | 150 |
| 7 sessions | 1,000 | ~143 |
| 10 sessions | 1,200 | 120 |
| 15 sessions | 1,400 | ~93 |
| 20 sessions | 1,500 | 75 |
The 20-session package offers the best value for a full creative summer. There is no fixed weekly commitment — book a single taster or a full 20-session block and attend on the days that suit your family. See all programmes on our pricing page.
Ages, group sizes & our art facilitators
Our summer camp is open to children aged 4 to 18. Sessions are led by experienced art facilitators who tailor each project to the child's age, interest and level, and children work in small, encouraging groups so everyone gets individual attention.
Message us with your child's age and interests and we will recommend the best projects and times.
Where we are — Al Safa 1, Jumeirah
International Studio of Art & Galleries (ISOAG)
Al Safa 1, 16th Street, Jumeirah, near Safa Park, Dubai, UAE
Email: info@isoag.ae
Easy to reach for families across Al Safa, Jumeirah and the surrounding communities, with parking nearby. Explore our neighbourhood pages for art classes in Al Safa and kids painting classes in Jumeirah.
How to book your summer camp place
Places fill quickly once the summer holidays approach, so we recommend booking early. The fastest way to reserve a spot is to message us on WhatsApp at +971 58 551 4836 — share your child's age, preferred starting date and preferred time slot so we can reserve the right place. Looking for year-round creativity? See our kids art classes and art workshops.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a summer art camp in Dubai cost at ISOAG?
A single 2-hour session is AED 170. Multi-session packages are better value: 5 sessions for AED 750, 7 for AED 1,000, 10 for AED 1,200, 15 for AED 1,400 and 20 for AED 1,500. All prices are per child.
What ages is the summer art camp for?
Our summer camp is open to children aged 4 to 18. Projects are adapted by experienced facilitators to suit each child's age, interest and level, so both younger children and teenagers are well catered for.
When does the ISOAG summer art camp run?
The camp runs from July to the end of August. Each session is 2 hours, with daily time slots at 10:00–12:00, 12:00–14:00, 14:00–16:00 and 16:00–18:00 — you choose how many sessions to book and your preferred time.
Do I have to book all sessions at once, or can my child attend a single day?
You can book a single taster session or a multi-session package. There is no fixed weekly commitment, so you can choose the days that suit your family's summer plans.
What will my child do at the art camp?
Children explore drawing, painting, clay, crafts and mixed media in a creative studio environment, guided by experienced art facilitators. The focus is on building confidence, focus and real artistic skills — not just keeping children busy.
How long is each camp session?
Each session lasts 2 hours. You decide how many sessions your child attends across the summer.
Are art materials provided?
Yes — materials are provided as part of the studio programme. Please confirm any specific items to bring with our team when you book.
Is the camp suitable for beginners?
Absolutely. Sessions suit complete beginners as well as children who already love to create — our facilitators adapt each project to your child.
Do you offer sibling or early-bird discounts?
We may have sibling and early-bird availability — message us on WhatsApp with the number and ages of your children and we will let you know.
Where is the summer camp held?
At the ISOAG studio in Al Safa 1, 16th Street, Jumeirah, near Safa Park, Dubai, with parking nearby — easy to reach from across Al Safa and Jumeirah.
Can the camp lead into regular art classes?
Yes. The camp builds the same foundations as our term-time programme, so it is a natural pathway into our regular kids art classes once school resumes.
How do I book a summer camp place?
Message us on WhatsApp at +971 58 551 4836 to reserve a spot. Places fill quickly as the holidays approach, so early booking is recommended.