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2008 Summer Camps

Information Compiled by Debra Hayes

Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services camps listing: www.accleisureservices.com/camps.shtml
Oconee County Parks & Recreation Department: www.ocprd.com   
Vacation Bible School listings available at: www.athensparent.com/vbs

* These camps added or modified after print deadline

Athens Academy Summer Camp
mwellborn@athensacademy.org
4 year olds through rising 5th graders
June 9th-13th, June 16th-20th, June 23rd-27th, July 7th-11th and July 14th-18th. Cost for 1 week is $160.00, 2-weeks is $295.00, 3 weeks is $420.00, 4 weeks is $535.00 and 5 weeks is $640.00. We offer extended time from 7:40a.m.-9:00a.m. at an additional cost of $20.00 per week and 3:00p.m.-5:30p.m. at $25.00 per week. Camp hours 9:00a.m. 3:00p.m. Activities include archery, art, tennis, team sports and games, music and drama, library time, serendipity and computer.

Athens First United Methodist Church Weekday Preschool Summer Camp
Camping We Will Go! June 9th-13th.  All Stars! July 7th-11th. Puttin’ On The Ritz! July 21st-July 25th. Kids In The Kitchen! August 4th-August 8th. Age: 2 (must be 2 by Dec. 31, 07) to rising kindergartners.  Monday through Friday. 9:00a.m. 12:15p.m.  $85/week. Please see www.preschool.athensfirstumc.org for more information and registration forms.

Athens Mother Center
See Arts/Specialty Camps below

State Botanical Garden of Georgia
706/542-6156 Call to register: Cora Keber. Camp registration can be done online at the garden. Website: www.uga.edu/botgarden. Or register in person. Campers can attend one week at Garden Earth I and Garden Earth II. Each session runs Monday-Friday 9:00a.m.-12:00p.m., Members $85.00 Non-Members $95.00. Garden Earth I Week 1: June 9th-13th and Week II: June 16th-20th. Garden Earth II Week I: July 7th-July 11th and Week II: July 14th-July 18th. Sweet Pea Club (Ages 3-4) Monday Friday: July 21st-25th 9:00a.m.-11:00a.m. At Visitor Center, Children’s Classroom. Members $100.00, Non-members $110.00.

Broadacres Summer Day Camp
706/613-3603 Ages:6-12. Camp dates: Monday,June 2nd-Friday,July 25th, 9:00a.m.-3:30p.m. Regisration date: Saturday, April 12th from 9:00a.m.-11:00a.m. At the Rocksprings Community Center. Camp Fee: $0-$25.00 per week/ACC Resident/per child (dependent on scholarship eligibility)

Camp Amped
706/227-1515 Provider: Nuci’s Space for July 7th-19th. Mon.-Fri. 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Cost: $500.00 per child. Applications are available now at: www.nuci.org or email Laura at laura@nuci.org for more information.

Central Presbyterian Church
706/549-9284 June 16th-June20th. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Cost: Free. Contact: Kim Bohler with any inquiries or email at phbrooks@charter.net. Check out website at www.athenscentralpres.org. Pre-register deadline is May 15th. 

Champions for Children
706/546-9446 Ages: Pre-K through 1st grade. Camps starts May 27th-August 8th. Time: 7:00a.m.-6:00p.m. Weekly themes: arts and crafts, outdoor sports, water play and more. Visit website for more information: www.champsforchildren.com.

Earth Camp By Big Bear Earth School
706/296-5392 May 26th-August 1st, 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Cost: $130.00 per week (6+weeks), $140.00 per week (2+weeks). Ages: 5-10. Earth Camp is a unique camp in the middle of the woods off the Oconee River. For five years, Earth Camp has exsisted to enrich the connection between children and nature, and to share the woods and the river for the pleasure of all. Pam makes sure that there are a lot of staff on hand. Please email us to reserve your place at pamblanchard38@aol.com

East Athens Summer Day Camp
706/613-3595 Ages: 6-12, Dates: Monday, June 2nd-Friday, July 25th, 9:00a.m. 3:30p.m. Registration: Saturday, April 12th from 9:00a.m.-12:00p.m. at the East Athens Community Center 706-613-3593. Camp fee: $0-$25.00 per week/ACC Resident (dependent on scholarship eligibility. Program includes a variety of activities such as sports, arts and crafts, music, learn to swim, field trips and more.

Friendship Presbyterian Church
706/546-1693 June 2nd-6th, June 9th-13th.  Ages: 3-5, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday, Cost: $100.00 per week per child. $30.00 registration fee. All registration fees must be paid by May 2nd.

Harvest Church Summer Day Camp *
706/742-2526 May 27th - Aug. 8th,  8 am. - 6 p.m., $95,  Harvestchurchathens.com
Activities for children ages 5-11,  kbturner76@yahoo.com

Jefferson Boys and Girls Club
706/367-8553 June 2nd-July 25th closed July 4th. 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Cost: $90.00 (one time fee). Contact Beth Deroshia for additional details. Website: www.bgca.org

Jefferson Parks and Recreation Department
706/367-5116 May 19th-July 31st, 6:00 a.m.-6;00 p.m. Cost:$90.00 per week. Email us at aikirt@jeffersonrec.com or checkout our website: www.jeffersonrec.com.

Kamp TLC
706/372-8219 Provider of camp is The Little Cherubim Early Learning & Development Center. May 27th-August 8th. 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Cost: $95.00 per week. Call for registration information.

Kids R Kids
706/546-9400 Ages 5-12, 6:00a.m.-6:30p.m. $150.00 per week.  Weekly themes, out-of-town field trips and water park area. Call for dates and registration information. www.krk23ga.com.

Lay Park Summer Day Camp
706/613-3596 Team sports, arts and crafts, music, learn to swim, field trips, resource library, computer lab, career day and more. Ages: 6-12. Dates: Monday, June 2nd-Friday, July 25th. Time: 9:00a.m.-3:30p.m. Registration: Saturday, April 12th at 9:00a.m.-12:00p.m. Fee: $0-$25.00 per week/ACC Resident (dependent on scholarship eligibility).

Legacy Academy
706/613-1224 Ages: 5-12. Starts May 27 and runs until Oconee County school season
begins, Outdoors fun, creativity and survival. www.legacyacademy.com.

Memorial Park Day Camp
706/613-3580 Team sports, arts and crafts, music, swimming, lectures, movies,field trips and much more. Ages: 6-12. Dates: Monday, June 2nd-Friday, July 25th, Time: 9:00a.m.-3:30p.m., Registration: Saturday,April 12th from 9:00a.m-12:00p.m. at the Memorial Park office. Fee:$0-$35.00 ACC Resident (based on scholarship eligibility) per week, $45.00 Non-ACC Resident.

New Moon Summer Adventure Camp
706/338-2892 June 9th-13th, June 16th-20th, July 7th-11th, July 14th-18th. $150.00 a week includes all travel and activity fees. Hours are 8:30a.m.-5:30p.m. Hiking, swimming, canoeing and more while traveling to local state parks and natural areas. For information and to register, please contact Cindy Jones at the number above.

Oconee County Parks & Recreation Department *
706/769-3965 Summer day camp, Teen Extreme Day Camp, Sports camps, Outdoor Adventure Camp, Tennis, and much more. Registration begins Monday, April 21st at 8:00a.m. Please go to the website for more information: www.ocprd.com.
Click here for list of OCPRD camps. *

Oconee Preschool Academy *
706-769-CARE (2272) or 706-769-KIDS (5437)
May 27 thru August 8,  6:30 am to 6:30 pm, $155 per week. This fee includes meals and off site field trips, www.oconeepreschoolacademy.com
We will have a fun filled summer jam packed with off site field trips and weekly themes.  Onsite pools at each location with certified life guard.  Swim lessons will be available as well.

Oglethorpe Children's Academy Summer Camp *
706-743-7400 Weekly field trips, swimming, skating, theme curriculum, wonderful fun!
May 27, 2008 - August 1, 2008,  6:30 am - 6:00 pm, $110 per week oglethorpechildrensacademy.com

Parkview Summer Day Camp
706/613-3601 This year camp themes will vary week to week. Includes weekly field trips, swim time at Rocksprings, sports, arts and crafts and more. Ages: 6-12. Dates: June 2nd-July 25th. Time: 9:00a.m.-3:30p.m. Location: Parkview Community Center. Registration: Begins Saturday, April12th from 9:00a.m.-11:00a.m. at Rocksprings Community Center. Parents meeting: Wednesday, May21st at 6:00p.m. at Parkview Community Center. Fee: $0-$25.00 per child per week for ACC Resident (dependent on scholarship eligibility).

Project Start
706/613-3580 This camp serves those with cognitive disabilities and/or autism and is open to qualified students currently enrolled in the Clarke County School District. Ages: 6-21. Date: Monday-Thursday, June 2nd-26th, and July 7th-24th,.Time: 8:00a.m.-2:00p.m. Registration: Please call for more details.

Reach for the Stars
706/369-0831 Christain fellowship camp provided by New Freedom Christian Academies. May 27th-August 1st. Extended hours 7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Cost: $75.00 per week. Ages: 5-rising 5th graders. Weekly field trips. Website: doris364@charter.net . Contact Doris Bostic with further inquiries.

Sandy Creek Day Camp
706/613-3615 Ages: 7-12, Teen camp 13-15. Camp date: Monday, June 2nd-Friday, July 11th.Time: 8:30a.m.-4:00p.m. (early pickup and late pick up available). Registration date: Saturday, April 5th. Register at SCNC after this date or call the above number. Registration time is 9:00am-11:00a.m. For Non-ACC residents registration is 11:00a.m.-12:30p.m. Register at Sandy Creek. Fee: $0-$70.00/ACC Residents ages 7-12, $0-$80.00/ACC resident ages 13-15 (dependent on scholarship eligibility). $100.00 Non-ACC resident ages 7-12, $110.00/Non-ACC resident age 13-15.


School Street Gym
(706)769-1239
Five fun-filled camps, each with a different theme! Only $65 for a four day camp!
Ages 3-12
June 16th-19th, 23rd-26th
July 7th-10th, 14th-17th, 21st-24th
9AM-12PM, Monday-Friday.
Only 30 children/camp, low child/counselor ratio.
Call gym to sign up. A $20 non-refundable deposit needed to reserve spot. Sign up for all camps by May 1st and receive a %10 discount.
www.schoolstreetgym.com

 

Steppin’ Into Spring
706/613-3580 March 10-14.  Ages: 6-12, 9:00a.m.-3:30p.m. Cost: $0-$50,00 for ACC residents (dependent on scholarship eligibility) $60.00 for non-ACC residents. Register by calling. This camp is an integration of Memorial Park camp and Zoo camp.

Teen Adventures
706/613-3593 Sports, arts and crafts, music, learn to swim, field trips, resource library, and more.  Ages: 13-15 years. Dates: Monday, June 2nd- Friday, July 25th. Time: 9:00a.m.-3:30p.m. Registration: Saturday, April 12th from 9:00a.m.-12:00p.m. Register at East Athens Community Center. Camp fee: $0-$25.00 per week/ACC resident (dependent on scholarship eligibility).

Teen Entrepreneurs Camp at Rocksprings
706/613-3603 Camp will focus on teen talents and molding them into job skills. All field trips taken will require extra money to cover the cost of the trips. Ages: 13-15. Themes will vary week to week. Time 9:00a.m.-3:30p.m., Monday-Friday. Location: Columbus Avenue Senior Center. Registration: begins Saturday, April 12th from 11:00a.m.-12:00p.m. at Rocksprings. Fee: $0-$25.00 per child per week for ACC residents (dependent on scholarship eligibility).

Teens in Action
706/613-3625 Serving the community and having fun. Teens must register for a maximum of two weeks. Ages: 13-15. Date: Monday-Friday, June 16th-20th, June 23rd-27th, July 7th-11th, July 14th-18th, July 21st-25th. Time: 9:00a.m.-3:00p.m. Location: Allen House. Registration: Saturday, March 29th 9:00a.m.12:00p.m. at the Allen House and continues Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30p.m. until camp is full. Fee: $0-$50.00/ACC resident per week (dependent on scholarship eligibility) $65.00/Non-ACC resident per week.

UGA McPhaul Children’s Center
706/542-4929 Entering K-2nd grades in Fall 2008. Camp is May 27-July 18th, 7:30a.m.-5:30p.m.,$140.00 per week. Weekly field trips and learning activities.

Wellspring
706/206-0893 Day Camp #1 June 30th-July 4th. Day Camp #2 July 21st-25th. Call for more details or visit www.wellspringcamponline.com. Also see our listing under overnight camps.

Winshape Camps C3
June 23rd-27th, 1st-6th graders. Camp site: Prince Avenue Christian School, 7:30a.m.-5:00p.m., Family Day June 27th, $169.00 per child (10% discount for families with multiple children). Arts, athletics, sciences and much more. For more information and to register call or visit www.winshapecamps.org; click  on the C3 camp link.

YMCA Summer Camp
706/543-6596 5-12 years old, May 27th-August 8th, 8:00a.m.-6:00p.m., $90.00 per week for members. For non-members $110.00 per week. For more information, check website at www.athensymca.org.

YWCO Day Camp
706/354-7880 Camp starts May 27th at the YWCO for 5-12 year olds, Daily swimming and great field trips.

Zoo Camp
706/613-3616 Ages: 7-12 years. Date for ages 7-9 June 2nd-27th. For ages 10-12 years June 30th-July 25th,.Time: 9:00a.m.-3:30p.m. Fee: $0-$70.00 for ACC residents (dependent on scholarship eligibility) per week and $85.00 for Non-ACC residents per week. Registration on April 12th at 9:00a.m.-12:00p.m. at the Bear Hollow Wildlife Trail (the zoo in Memorial Park). Call for information or to register after April 12.

Alice Depass Studio of Dance
706/769-1177 “Take the Show on the Road” camp dates: Monday-Thursday 9:00a.m.-5:00p.m., June 2nd-5th and June 9th-12th.  Ages: 5-14, $200.00 for whole camp (supplies included). Bring your own lunch(Tuesday is pizza day). Other summer programs available, please call for details.

Athens Little Playhouse
706/788-3454 Drama Camp with Phillip Baumgarner, July 21st-25th and July 28th-August 1st.  Ages: 5-14, $125.00 per session. Two-week session may be taken individually or consecutively. Campers bring a sack lunch, drinks and snacks. Early registration will be held June 1st-30th.

Athens Mothers Center - Music and Movement
Ages 0-18 mos. - Tuesdays 9:30-11:15 Time for moms and babies to sing, crawl, and groove to the tunes with Linda Jakab.  This is a moms and babies joint class to promote bonding and development.  12 weeks for $20.  Starts May 27th with sign up at open house May 20.   For more information please visit our website http://athensga.motherscenter.org/index.html.

Athens Mother Center - Toddler Tumble
18 mos-5 yrs. - Fridays 9:30-11:15.  12 weeks of fun for parents and tots to tumble, jump, roll, and slide with Allison Hastings.  Please note this class is being offered to moms and/or dads.   $20 Starts May 27th with sign up at open house on May 20th. For more information please visit our website http://athensga.motherscenter.org/

Athens Mothers Center - Big Fun for the Big Kids
Ages rising 3 to 8 years old. -  Tuesdays and Fridays 9:30-11:15.  Kids will have supervised free play time, story time, songs, crafts, snack and playground time in our Big Kids’ Club. Parent required to stay on site and can participate in adult fitness, crafts, or discussion.  Start May 20, 13 weeks for $105 for 2 days, $68 for one day.  Open enrollment but please pre register by calling 706-552-8554.  For more information please visit our website http://athensga.motherscenter.org/index.html.

Athens Mothers Center - Toddler Play Time
Ages 18mos to 30 mos. - Tuesdays and Fridays 9:30-11:15.  Kids will have supervised free play time, snack, and playground time in our Kids’ Club.  Parent required to stay on site and can participate in adult fitness, crafts, or discussion.  Start May 20, 13 weeks for $105.00 for both days, $68 for one day.  Open enrollment but please pre register by calling 706-552-8554.  For more information please visit our website http://athensga.motherscenter.org/index.html.

Athens Mothers Center - Creative Writing *
Athens Mothers Center (http://athensga.motherscenter.org/) is offering a family friendly
creative writing class during our summer trimester. Adults and children who are able to read and write are welcome. The cost is the AMC membership fee of $25.

Briarwood Baptist Church
706/769-7660
• Youth Impact Leadership Camp - June 2nd-6th. Grades 6th-12th. Location and time undecided at this point call for details, $269.00. Sign up deadline March 9th.
• Vacation Bible School - June 8th-12th. Babies-6th grade, 5:30p.m.-8:30p.m. A light dinner will be served at 5 pm followed by Vacation Bible School from 5:30p.m.-8:30p.m. Cost: Free.
• Briarwood By The Sea - June 23rd-June 27th. Trip to Laguna Retreat Center in Panama City Beach FL.  Ages: 6th-12th grades. Cost: Approx. $235.00; deadline for sign up is May 4th.
• Children’s Music Camp - Week of July 7th, Kindergarten-6th grade. Cost: to be announced at a later date (minimal if any). Contact Matt Swain at the number listed above, or www.briarwoodbaptist.net.


Camp Elachee, Gainesville
706/535-1976
Preview on Saturday, May 24th 11:00a.m.-2:00p.m. Tour our facility, meet our staff, and sample camp activities like hiking, crafts and games. You can even register while you’re here.  www.elachee.org.

Canopy Studio Summer Camp
706/549-8501
K-2nd and 3rd-5th, June 9-July 18,
M-F 9am-12noon. Enjoy trapeze, dance, gymnastics, art and drumming. $250.00/two weeks and $150.00/one week.
To register, contact Ann Showah at ashowah@gmail.com or print registration form on the web: www.canopystudio.com/CampRegistration.htm.

 

Dance Camps ACC
706/613-3624 Dance Camps begin in may 2008 and are for ages 6-15 years. For more information, please call or visit www.accleisureservices.com

Freedom of Movement
706/769-5338 Dance camp July 14th-25th, Monday thru Friday, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Ages: 3-12, For more information, check out our website at www.fomdance.com.

Good Dirt
706/355-3161 Two spring break camps for ages 6-11. Camp #1 on March 10-14 for Clarke County; Camp #2 on March 31-April 1 for Oconee County. 9:00a.m.-1:00p.m. each day. $40.00 per day or $160.00 per week. Pack a snack and dress for mess.  Activities will include a variety of clay and other art projects on a spring theme.

Jazzercise Camp
706/310-9878 July 21st-24th and July 28th-31st, 10:00a.m.-1:00p.m.  Ages 4-12. Cost is $89.00.

Lyndon House Art Camps
706/613-3623 Registration begins Saturday, March 29th. Ages: 4-12. Children’s program will range from animal and ocean inspired art, to creating art using recycled materials. Teen camps will include cartooning, drawing and painting and jewelry making. Please check the website at www.accleisureservices.com for more information.

OCAF Summer Art Camps
706/769-4565
• Visual Arts Camp and Drama Camp Visual Arts-9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Session I-June 2-13, Session II-June 16-27, No camp July 4th week, Session III July 7-18, Ages: 4-8, 8-12, each session is two weeks, Mon.-Fri. $200.00 for OCAF members (includes t-shirt), $245.00 for non-members (includes one year family membership fee & a tee shirt), $15.00 supply fee per session per child.
•  Drama Camp-9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Drama I June 16-27, Drama II July 7-18, Ages: 5-14, Mon.-Fri., $135.00 for OCAF members (includes tee shirt), $175,00 for non-members (includes one year family membership fee & a tee shirt). All classes have a break time. Please pack a snack for your children. To register, visit website: www.ocaf.com. Or visit us Tues.-Sat. 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Oconee Youth School of Performance Summer Camp
706/769-2677 Alice In Wonderland musical performed at the end of each camp week, July 7-11 or 14-18, 10am noon for rising 1st-3rd grade and 1-4pm for rising 4th grade and up. $124-175 a week - a $25 deposit holds your space. www.oypoysp.com.

Reality Camp at Rocksprings
706/613-3603 This year our camp themes are the best in reality TV.  We will still take weekly field trips, Enjoy swimming, play sports, arts and crafts. Themes will vary week to week. Ages: 6-12. Dates: June 2nd- July 25th,.Time: 9:00a.m.-3:30p.m., Monday-Friday. Registration: Saturday, April 12th from 9:00a.m.11:00a.m. at Rocksprings. Parents Meeting: Tuesday, May 20th at 6:00p.m. Fee: $0-$25.00 per child per week for ACC Resident (dependent on scholarship eligibility).

Summer Music and Art Camp
Sessions: June 2nd-6th, June 9th-13th, (sign up for either, not both).  Ages: Entering grades 1-5 for the 2008-09 school year. Times: 9:00a.m.-3:00p.m. daily. Cost: $125.00 (includes shirt). Scholarships available. Create and explore the wonders of music and art through singing, dancing, making and playing musical instruments, drama, painting, drawing, sculpting, molding and much more.  Contact David Osborne at MusicArtcamp@gmail.com for more information.

Camp Red Clay Writing Camp
706/357-5200  (Ext. 17257) Writing camp for rising 3rd-9th grade students, June 2nd-6th. 8:30-12:00 Writing Session, 12:30-4:00 Writing/Tech Session. Deadline to apply May 1st. Contact Linda Boza at bozal@clarke.k12.ga.us or www.coe.uga.edu/rcwp/

Summer Academy at UGA (SAUGA)
706/542-3537 10-17 years old, 8:30a.m.-3:30p.m. Contact for details.  Acting, creative writing, video production, singing and more. Email kathleen.mcdermott@georgiacenter.uga.edu.

Theatre Camp
706/613-3628 Session 1: Ages: 8-12 years. Dates: Monday, June 2nd-Saturday, June 14th. Times: 9:30a.m.-3:00p.m. Location: Morton Theatre. Session 2: Ages: 13-18 years.  Dates: Monday, July 21st - Saturday, August 2nd. Times: 9:30a.m.-3:00p.m.. Location: Morton Theatre. Registration April 28-29 from 9:30a.m.-5:00p.m. Call the above number to reserve your child’s spot.  Fee: $0-$150/ACC Residents (dependent on scholarship eligibility). $180/Non-ACC residents.

The Rolling Pin Cooking Camps
706/354-8080 Eggs, Eggs and More Eggs: learn nutritional value of eggs and learn to cook a breakfast April 12th 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Ages: 6-8, April 19th same class same time for ages 9-12. How does your garden grow?  May 10th 11:00 a.m-1:00 p.m., Ages:6-8, May 17th same class for ages: 9-12. You Scream, I Scream, We All Scream for Ice cream: learn to make ice cream on June 7th 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Ages: 6-8, June 14th same class same time for ages:9-12. From the Farm to the Table on June 16th-20th, Ages: 6-9. For ages 9-11 camp will be held July 14th-July 18th. Prepare complete meals from scratch June 23rd-27th with Mikell Gleason for ages 12 and up call for class times. www.athensrollingpin.com

American  Black Belt  Academy  Karate Camp *
706/549-1671  July 14-18, 2008  9:00am -12:00pm
Ages 5-11. Located at Perimeter Square Mall. Reguster by 01 July 2008  $125
www.americanblackbelt.org/camp.html

Andy Landers Basketball Camp
706/542-1176 Individual camp Sun, June 8th-Wed, June 11th, $355.00 ($295.00/day).Team camp Fri, June 13th-Sun, June 15th, $215.00. Combo camp Thurs, June 26th-Sun, June 29th $350.00. Position camp Thurs, June 26th-Sat, June 28th, $260.00,.Shooting camp Sat, June 28th-Sun, June 29th, $165.00.

Athens Pirates Baseball Camp
706/296-4054 2nd week of June thru July. Time: 9:00a.m.-12:30p.m. Rates: $25.00 per day. Beginners welcome. Camp welcomes both boys and girls. For more information: athenspirates@yahoo.com, georgiacollegiateleague.com or eteamz.active.com/athenspirates

Athens Tae Kwon Do
706/353-0857 June 2nd 7:30a.m.-5:30p.m. Weekly fee $125.00 includes snacks. Please bring own lunch each day. Sign up begins March 17th. Camp includes martial arts training, movies, games, and Friday trips to the pool.

Cedar Shoals Basketball Camp *
Cedar Shoals Boys Basketball coach Will Mayer is excited to announce two weeks of basketball camp this summer.
When: June 9 - 13, June 16-20; Times: 9 AM - 3 PM MONDAY - FRIDAY
Who: Boys & girls ages 7-14
Where: Cedar Shoals air conditioned gym
What: Each cmper gets a tee shirt, basketball and report card with registration.
Cost: $90 per week (includes lunch M - Th)
Contact: mayerw@clarke.k12.ga.us or (732) 533 - 3184

Classic Martial Arts Karate Camp
706/353-3616
June 9th-13th and August 4th-8th,
Ages:4-6, 7-12,
10:00a.m.-12:00p.m.
Lunch 12:00p.m.-1:00p.m.,
$99.00 (uniform included).

 

Dayspring Horsecamp *
Carolyn Kaes- (706) 795-3570
Jessica Kittell- (706) 788-2071Dates:         Beginner Camps- June 16-19, June 23-28. Advanced Beginner English Camp- July 14-18
8:30am-2:30pm
Beginner Camp: First Child- $70.00. First additional sibling- $60.00. Any other additional siblings- $55.00. English Camp: First Child- $85.00. First additional sibling- $75.00. Any other additional siblings- $70.00
Dayspring Horsecamp is a Christian horsecamp for kids who love horses! The ages for the Beginner Camp are 5-10, and 6-12 for the Advanced Beginner English Camp. The Beginner Camp is located in Danielsville, GA. The English Camp is located in Colbert, GA. Please email dayspringcamp@yahoo.com for more information and registration forms.

Dennis Felton Basketball Academy *
(706) 542-1143
June 22-25, July 18-20, 8:00am-9:00pm, Camp I $385, Camp II $285
Provider: University of Georgia, www.georgiadogs.com
Please contact Pam Gauld at pgauld@sports.uga.edu

Football FUNdamentals Camp at Bishop Park
706/613-3589 Ages: 9-14, bring your own snacks and drinks for camp. Date: Monday, June 16th-Friday, June 20th. Time: Monday-Friday. 9:00a.m. -12:00p.m. Registration begins: April 21st, Monday-Friday: 8:30a.m.-4:30p.m. at Bishop Park. Fee: $0-$50.00/ACC Resident (dependent on scholarship eligibility) $65.00/Non-ACC Resident.

Gymnastics Camp at Bishop Park
706/613-3589 Ages: for Kindergarten-6th grades (must have completed kindergarten). In addition to gymnastics we are including weekly field trips to Zoo Atlanta, Scitrek, Fernbank, Georgia Aquarium and more! Themes will vary week to week. Camps are held: Monday-Friday, 9:00a.m.-4:00p.m. A wake-up class during early drop off (8:00a.m.-9:00a.m.) and a  wind-down class during late pick-up (4:00p.m.-5:30p.m.) are available for additional fees. Campers to bring sack lunch, drink and snacks each day. Camp dates run June 2nd-August 1st. Registration begins Monday, April 7th, Monday-Friday, 8:30a.m.-4:30p.m., or until camp fills up at Bishop Park. Parents meeting Monday, May 19th at 5:30p.m.at Bishop Park. Fee: $0-$70.00 per child per week for ACC resident (dependent on scholarship eligibility). $85.00 per child per week for Non- resident. $18.00 each early drop off or extended pick-up per child per week. $30.00 per child both services per week.

Gymnastics Mini-Camp - Kidventures at Bishop Park
706/613-3589 Ages: for 3-5 years (Must be 3 by May 1, 2008). Must be potty trained and able to separate from parents (Parents not allowed to stay). Including exciting field trips as mentioned above. Themes will vary week to week. Camp dates run June 2nd-August 1st. Time: 9:00a.m.-1:00p.m., Monday-Friday. Registration begins Monday, April 7th and continues Monday-Friday, 8:30a.m.-4:30p.m. until camp is filled. Parents meeting: Monday, May 19th, 4:00p.m. at Bishop Park. Fee: $0-$50.00 per child/ACC Resident (dependent on scholarship eligibility) $65.00 per child/Non-ACC resident.

Kid’s Karate Camp
706/549-1671 American Black Belt Academy at Perimeter Square Mall. Ages 5-11. Session 1 (June 2-6, 2008), Session 2 (June 16-20, 2008), Session 3 (July 14-18, 2008). www.americanblackbelt.org/camp.html

L.E.A.P. Baksetball Academy and Jr. L.E.A.P. Basketball Academy
L.E.A.P. is July 21st-25th and Jr. L.E.A.P. is July 28th-August 1st
L.E.A.P. is 8:30 am to 1:00 pm and Jr. L.E.A.P. is 8:30 am to 12:00 pm
Cost: $99 for Jr. LE.A.P. and $170 for L.E.A.P. if you don't bring lunch and $145 if you bring your own lunch
706-224-3116 tyanderson@tmail.com
Jr. L.E.A.P. is for boys and girls ages 5-9 and L.E.A.P. Basketball Academy is for boys and girls ages 10-15.

Lu-Harris-Champer’s Bulldog Softball Camp
706/425-3139 Ages 8-18,.Session #1 June 8th-12th, Session #2 June 15th-19th. Cost overnight $425.00, Day $350.00. Register on-line at www.georgiasoftballcamps.com.

McLocklin Farms, LLC Red Boot Ranch Riding School
770/725-0981 Trail riding camp. Do one or all 3 weeks. Space very limited. June 9th-12th, June 16th-19th, June 23rd-26th. Each day riders get to ride a different trail and in 2 weeks have spent the night at Watson Mill or Hard Labor Creek. For students 10 years and older and adults. Must already know how to ride. Not for beginners. Cost: $295.00 per week. Contact Dr. Susan Carse-McLocklin.

Mark Richt Football Camp
706/542-1515 Junior camp ages 8-13, Senior camp 14 and up. Session 1 is 6/1 to 6/4, Session 2 is 6/4 to 6/7. Kicking camp 6/8 to 6/10. Overnight $400.00 per session, $745.00/ full week. Coach Van Halenger at 706-583-0687 or Ann Hunt at 706-542-1515.

Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School Summer Camps
Football Fun Camp June 2nd-6th. Ages: 6-12, 9:00a.m.-3:00p.m. For more information call Darren Rhym, 706/540-2260 or visit www.cinderblockfoundation.org. Middle School Basketball Camp June 2nd-6th, 8:00a.m-12: 30p.m. For more information, call Jeremy Elliott, 706/433-0230. Volleyball and Soccer Camp information will be announced soon. Our website is www.mdchs.org.

Oconee County Parks & Recreation Department *
706/769-3965 Summer day camp, Teen Extreme Day Camp, Sports camps, Outdoor Adventure Camp, Tennis, and much more. Registration begins Monday, April 21st at 8:00a.m. Please go to the website for more information: www.ocprd.com.
Click here for list of OCPRD camps. *

Patrick Baker’s Soccer Camp
706/425-3143 Camp begins in June. Please visit website for all the details. www.patrickbakersoccercamps.com.

Soccer Camp at SE Clarke Park
706/613-3589 Ages: 9-14. Date: Monday, June 9th-Friday, June 13th. Time: 9:00a.m.-12:00p.m. Registration begins Monday, April 21st, Monday- Friday, 8:30a.m.-4:30p.m. at the park. Fee: $0-$50.00/ACC Resident (dependent on scholarship eligibility).

Skate Camp
706/613-3589 Ages: 8-14. Date: Monday, June 2nd-Friday, June 6th. Camp Time: 9:00a.m.-12:00p.m. (pick up available). Registration Date: Monday, April 21st, Monday-Friday, 8:30a.m.-4:30p.m. at Bishop Park. Fee:$0-$50.00/ACC Resident (dependent on scholarship eligibility), $65.00/Non-ACC Resident.

Tennis Camps
706/613-3592 A variety of tennis camps available for children and teens. Please call or visit www.accleisureservices.com for details.

Let’s Get Wild, Inc.
8th Annual Outdoor Wilderness Camp. Boys and girls ages 10-13. Overnight beginning Sunday, July 13th-Friday, July 18th at Rock Eagle 4-H Center, Eatonton, Ga. $350.00 (all inclusive) www.letsgetwild.net.

Camp Toccoa
706/886-2457 A traditional camp for boys and girls ages 7-17, June 8th-August 2nd. Weekly sessions, arts and crafts, water sports, horseback riding and more. $450.00 if registered by May 15th. Visit our website at www.camptoccoa.org.

Wellspring Camp
706/206-0893 Overnight Camp #1 July 7th-11th. Overnight Camp #2 July 14th-18th. Call for more details, or visit www.wellspringcamponline.com.


YWCO Camp for Girls
706/754-8528
Ages: 7-16
One and two week sessions.
Overnight camp in Clarkesville with horseback riding, drama, swimming, canoeing and more. Call for details or visit
www.athensywcocamp.com or email us at ycamp@alltell.net.

Athens Y Camp for Boys and Camp Chattooga for Girls
706/754-6912 Please visit the website for details and downloads for camp registration: www.athensycamps.org.

 

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