2026 Sessions
For Suzuki Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass, and Piano
Session 1:
June 14 – 17
Session 2:
June 18 – 21
Cost can vary depending on registration choices as well as housing choices. One $125 non-refundable registration fee per family is due at the time of registration.
Registration Categories
- Pre-Instrument Twinkle $75
For children ages 2-4. One class a day without instruments. - Lessons $265
Three classes daily. For students who are already playing an instrument. - Lessons and Young Readers’ Orchestra $330
Four classes daily. For string students who are age 7+ in Book 2 of Violin, Viola, Cello, or Bass and are reading some music. - Lessons and Chamber Music (piano) $355
Four classes daily. Early registration required. For students who are age 9+ and are the level of Book 3 Kuhlau Sonatina and above.
- Lessons, Chamber Music and Orchestra (strings) $355
Four classes daily. Early registration required. For students who are age 9+ and are the level of:- Violin – Book 4
- Viola – Book 3
- Cello – Book 3
- Bass – Book 2
- Beginning Piano for Adults $75
For adults who wish to learn piano, or for someone who wishes to improve their elementary skills. Techniques for playing and basic note reading will be explored - Teacher Training, Cello Book 1 $720 (Course with meals and shared cabin)
- Teacher Training, Violin Book 1 $720 (Course with meals and shared cabin)
- Teacher Training, Cello Book 2 $465(Course with meals and shared cabin)
- Teacher Training, Violin Book 2 $465 (Course with meals and shared cabin)
- Teacher Training, Violin Book 3 $465 (Course with meals and shared cabin)
- Teacher Training, Violin Book 4 $465 (Course with meals and shared cabin)
- Teacher Training, Teaching Strategies $300 (Course with meals and shared cabin)
Cabin Options
Families camp in rustic cabins. Campfire rings and picnic tables are available throughout the housing areas. Breakfast is included with all housing selections. While there are shared bath houses, all families are assigned to private cabins, unless there is a request to share a cabin with friends or extended family.
Single-Family Cabin with in-cabin bathroom: $310 per session
Some cabins have separated rooms, concrete floors, lavatory with shower, beds, electricity and
a few furnishings. A limited number of these cabins are available. Early registration is
encouraged to secure a cabin with a bathroom. There are two options:
o Kitchenette – 4 cots (up to 4 people)
o No Kitchenette – 2 or 3 cot sized bunk beds and 1 single cot (5-7 people)
Cabins have concrete floors, lavatory with shower, beds, electricity and a few furnishings. A
limited number of these cabins are available. Early registration is encouraged to secure a cabin
with a bathroom. Please indicate your preference when registering.
Single-Family Cabin with shared bathhouse: $260 per session – 5 cot-sized bunk beds and 2 single cots (up to 12 people)
Six cabins are arranged in a semi-circle around the large bath building, which has multiple sinks, toilet stalls, and separate showers, divided for men and women. Cabins consist of one large room, 24’ x 24’, wooden floor, 5 cot-sized bunk beds and 2 single cots with mattresses, basic shelving, and electrical outlets. Families will be assigned their own cabin. Those who wish to neighbor with friends in the same unit may request this at the time of registration. There are a limited number of 2-person cabins available at a lower cost. Early registration is suggested to secure one of these cabins.
2-Person Cabin with shared bathhouse: $200 per session – 2 cots (up to 2 people)
Blue Lake’s smallest cabins consist of one room, 16 x 12, with a wooden floor, 2 cots with mattresses, basic shelving, and electrical outlets. The large bath building is nearby, with multiple sinks, toilet stalls, and separate showers, divided for men and women. Those who wish to neighbor with friends in the same unit may request this at the time of registration. There are a limited number of 2-person cabins. Early registration is recommended.
Camp Sites
Blue Lake welcomes a range of camping units, including tents, pop-up trailers, camping trailers, and recreational vehicles. Due to the rustic nature of our campus, we strongly recommend smaller units. Blue Lake may not be able to accommodate larger RVs and trailers with slide-outs. Blue Lake does not offer sewer or dump stations. All electricity is 110 outlets with 20 amp service. RVs and trailers using higher amperage will need an adapter cable.
Campsite with electrical and water – $130 per session
No tents in this area. Numbered sites for RVs/Trailers (Max length 24′) with electricity (110 outlets with 20 amps), water, and picnic table. Restroom, shower facilities nearby, 10 minute walk to classes.
Campsite with electrical only – $115 per session
Numbered sites for RV/Trailer (Max length 30′) with electricity (110 outlets with 20 amps) and picnic table. Rec field, rest room, shower facilities, and water nearby, 10-minute walk to classes.
Rustic campsite (no water or electricity) – $100
Rustic, non-designated sites for tents in the forest with no electrical or picnic table.
Off-Camp Housing
While families are not required to stay on campus, we strongly recommend it as a way to embrace the full camp experience. West Michigan accommodations can fill quickly during the summer months. Reserve early. For more information on local accommodations:
In the White Lake area, visit whitelake.org.
For Muskegon accommodations, visit visitmuskegon.org.
Meal Information
Families dine together in a cafeteria-style setting at Marek Hall. Breakfast is included with all housing selections.
The Suzuki Family Camp provides daily meals in Marek Hall North. Meal times and a menu will be provided upon arrival. In addition to our daily menu options, which include a vegetarian option at each meal, Blue Lake provides limited gluten-free and dairy-free options as a menu supplement for participants with those dietary needs. While we work to limit some common allergens, such as peanuts and tree nuts, there is not a separate allergen-free menu or food preparation area in our kitchen. Call 800-221-3796 for further details and menu information prior to enrolling.
| Participant | Meal Plan | Fee Per Session |
|---|---|---|
|
Adult |
Lunch + Dinner |
$120 |
|
Children Ages 5-11 |
Lunch + Dinner |
$100 |
|
Adult |
Lunch only |
$75 |
|
Children Ages 5-11 |
Lunch only |
$60 |
|
Children ages 0-4 |
All Meals |
FREE |
