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Many of our Illinois Sports Camps offer Fall Sports Programs, Activities, Workshops & Classes starting in October, 2025.
Be sure to check the "Year-Round Programs and Other Camp Info" headings of each camp listing for specifics, or give any Sports Camp you're interested in a call to check on Fall dates, times and availability.
Many of our Sports Camps will be hosting Fall Reunions for their previous campers, and Fall Open Houses for interested new campers and families. Each camp is different, and some offer activities for the entire family.
Contact the camp(s) directly to see if there are any Camp Reunion or Open House Plans for October, 2025.
Looking for a Great Illinois Sports Day Camp? Look at each camp's TYPE OF CAMP description. Many of our Best Illinois Day Sports Camps also list their exact hours, and if they offer before and after camp activities.
Many of our Best Illinois Summer Sports Camps also offer Year Round Sports Camp Programs, Classes, and Activities. You should contact the camps you are interested in to see if they offer Fall, Winter and/or Spring Sports Programs, too.
Searching for Illinois Sports Camp Jobs? Many of our Best Sports Camps are now listing their 2025-26 Fall Camp Jobs, too. Look for the heading "Summer Camp Jobs" in each camp listing. You can also check any camp's website for their "Work at Camp" or "Fall Employment Opportunities" pages.
View ALL IL Camps with Fall Work & Leadership Training Opportunities.
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FEATURED SPORTS CAMP
Camp Lantern Creek
Montgomery, Texas
936-597-8225
Ages: 7 - 17 . All Girl Campers. Overnight Camp.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: While summer might look a little different this year, Camp Lantern Creek promises it will continue to bring the Creeker spirit to our campers and families this summer! CLC Unique, our virtual camp option, will begin on June 22, and will consist of week-long sessions that will offer one-of-a-kind programs unique to each session. Through our virtual programming, we will create memories with our new and seasoned Creekers, virtually.
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Visit Our Skyhawks Sports Academy Summer Sports Camps Website
800-804-3509
Over 500 Locations Nationwide
Mead, WA
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
CA, CO, CT, FL, IA, ID, IL, IN, KY, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, OH, OR, PA, TX, WA, WI, and WY
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
6311 E. Mt. Spokane Park Dr., Suite B
Mead, WA 99021
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Skyhawks Sports Academy Summer Sports Camps Video
CAMPER AGES: 3 thru 12. Not all ages available in all areas.
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Hours vary by camp and age level.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Football, Baseball, Cheerleading, Soccer, Golf, Tennis, Volleyball, Team Sports, and more. Lacrosse, Mini-Hawk, Multi-Sport, Quickstart, Tiny-Hawk, Track & Field, & Volleyball Too!
CAMP LOCATION: Skyhawks Sports Camps are located in cities throughout the state. Please see our website for exact locations near you at Our Camp Website Link: www.skyhawks.com
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CAMP FACILITIES: Modern practice fields and facilites with top-notch training and safety equipment.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Since 1979, Skyhawks sports has led safe, fun and skill-focused sports camps and programs for youth between the ages of 3-12.
We offer many different different sports--and countless ways for your child to grow. The camps range from soccer to baseball to our popular mulit-sport camps where kids sample three different sports (soccer, basketball and baseball) in one camp.
Our camps and programs are offered locally throughout over 500 communities. The format includes traditional week-long summer day camps and year-round after-school programs that range from 45 minutes to 6 hours in duration, per day. Our progression of camps and programs, led by our expert staff, are generated toward youth looking for a sport introduction or those who want to refine and master their sport-specific skills.
For Detailed Information on ALL of our summer sports camps, please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.skyhawks.com.
Our coaches and site directors make a significant difference to your child's on-field experience. Chosen for their strong personal character, responsibility, and capacity to effectively communicate sports skills to youth, our staff will make the extra effort every time to ensure that your children have the best on-field/court experience, emphasize teamwork, and learn life skills through sports. Our staff are required to complete our extensive certification process.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer financial aid for those families that qualify. Please call 1.800.804.3509 for an application.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We offer year round programs in select states, please see our website for complete information on all Skyhawks Sport Camps in your area.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Skyhawks Sports Camps are SAFETY FOCUSED!
At Skyhawks we go the extra mile to focus on safety, and we have a long-standing proven safety track record and processes to prove it. For example, all Skyhawks Sports camps start and end with our unique safety process called "Gate System and Parking Lot Duty." This process is where coaches come and greet both parents and campers in the parking lot when parents pull up to drop off their children.
Our staff guide the kids onto the field/court and out of harm's way by funneling them into our gate system. Eye contact is maintained from each one of our staff members until the kids make it onto the field/court where they are grouped by age. This efficient process ensures safety. Additionally, it develops a level of trust between parent, coach, and child that ultimately leads to a fun and skill-focused camp for youth.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Skyhawks Sports Camps are offered throughout the summer, and specific dates and times vary from location to location.
Fees vary depending on age, duration of camp, and location.
You can find a complete list of sessions, times, and fees for ALL the Skyhawks Sports Camps in your area at: Our Camp Website Link: www.skyhawks.com.
Or feel free to call us at: 800-804-3509.
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Skyhawks Sports Academy Summer Sports Camps
Be sure to ask each Illinois Sports Camp about the amount of sports instruction and the overall intensity of their sports program.
Some Top Illinois Sports Camps offer rigorous daily sports training and lots of intensive sports experience. Other great Illinois Camps offer sports as an elective or recreational activity with much less training and intensity.
Visit Our No.1 Soccer Camps Website
571-428-8387
johnadams[AT]no1soccercamps.com
info[AT]no1soccercamps.com
13294 Amblewood dr.
Manassas, Virginia 20112
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Virginia, Maryland, New Hampshire, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, Ohio, Illinois, Wisconsin, Colorado, California, Texas, Oregon, Alabama, Oregon
CAMPER AGES: 6-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: No. 1 Soccer Camps is celebrating its 41st season of training soccer players. Our go-to-goal curriculum is based inside the final 35 yards for both the goalkeeper and striker. It has been a No. 1 Soccer Camp staple since Dr. Joe Machnik founded the camp in 1977.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Soccer, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: No. 1 Soccer Camps offers five levels of camp; Youth Academy, Junior Academy, Senior Academy, College Prep and College Showcase at 28 sites across the country.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Our facilities are always first class. Most of the No.1 Soccer Camps are held on renown college campuses or private schools throughout the United States.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: No. 1 Soccer Camps offers a camp for all levels of players.
1) Youth Academy - Designed for boys and girls ages 6-10. Fun, exciting and engaging activities are all part of the week. We do this with individual and small group activities with the introduction of fun technical exercises and games that are engaging and pertinent for the age group and ability level. With our unique curriculum youth players will be exposed to the proper technique such as shooting, dribbling, 1v1, crossing and much more.
2) Junior Academy - Designed for boys & girls, goalkeepers and field players ages 10-13. The program has been designed to build a foundation that will help the participant’s progress to the next level. This will be accomplished in a fun, entertaining and positive environment. Each session will be progressive in nature and will conclude with a relative small-sided game that will highlight the topic of the session. Competitive tournaments will be played throughout the week, and be the highlight of our evening sessions.
3) Senior Academy - Designed for High School players, including incoming freshmen, who are ready to play and be trained at the next level. . Throughout the week, players will be put in a competitive environment that will bring out their very best. Players will be exposed to the four dimensions of training, Physical, Technical, Tactical and Psychological. In our unique evening competitions, players will have the opportunity to compete against other teams, other players and themselves.
4) College Prep Academy - Our goal is to provide an incredible environment where serious soccer players will be exposed to the highest level of instruction in anticipation of playing at the highest level possible. High Performance Seminars will be led by trusted experts in their field and will include: Sports Nutrition, Soccer Specific Conditioning, ACT/SAT Preparation and Sport Psychology. Goalkeepers and field players will be exposed to an intensive training environment for those who are serious about fulfilling their potential.
5) College Showcase Camps - Now available for the serious soccer player at select No.1 Soccer Camp sites throughout the country. The directors of our College ID Showcase Camps are all currently active college coaches. In addition, the College Showcase ID Camps allow you to be seen by, and to work directly with college coaches and their assistants from programs all over the US. The philosophy of the College Showcase ID Camps is to provide you with a more intimate environment from which to experience what College coaches expect from their players.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to our website for a site and date that will work for you at: Our Camp Website Link: www.no1soccercamps.com.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
The No.1 Soccer Camps hires well qualified staff coaches. Please visit our website to fill out an application and to learn more about our programs.
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No1 Soccer Camps
Some Illinois Sports Camps offer BOTH Day and Overnight Camp options. Be sure to check each camp's description under "TYPE OF CAMP" for complete information, and exact hours.
Some Illinois Sports Day Camps also offer Extended Camp Hours for Early Camper Drop-Off and Pick Up. If you need these services, you should contact the camp to confirm availability.
Visit Our Camp Kupugani Multicultural Summer Camp Website
815-713-4110
kupugani[AT]gmail.com
6903 W. White Eagle
Leaf River, Illinois 61047
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Camp Kupugani Multicultural Summer Camp Video
CAMPER AGES: 7-15
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers. All Boy Campers. All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Less than two hours minutes west of Chicago, Camp Kupugani--in separate girls-only and boys-only sessions (plus a blended session incorporating certain intentional coed aspects)--provides a multicultural sleepaway camp that focuses on diversity and communication skills in a fun atmosphere, uniting children of varied backgrounds and providing them with empowerment and community-building skills.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Soccer, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Team Sports, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, and more. GaGa, Rock Climbing, Sand Volleyball, & Mud Volleyball.
CAMP LOCATION: Camp Kupugani is located in the rolling hills and woods of northwest Illinois, less than 2 hours from Chicago. Please visit our website for lots of camp photos and videos.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Located in the rolling hills and woods of Northwestern Illinois, our camp comprises beautiful woods, trails, a swimming pool, two all natural rock climbing walls, game fields, and a 5-acre lake for swimming, water games, and almost a mile of canoeing through the property. With 120 acres of forests, wildlife, and wildflowers galore, it offers fresh air, natural water, the robust smell of pure woods and a twinkling night sky.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Kids love it here…and parents are equally excited about our program. In our past 9 years of parent surveys, 99% of respondents would recommend our camp to friends. The overwhelming majority of our parents noted their child’s improvement in:
Acknowledgment and Appreciation of Diversity
Conflict Resolution Skills
Personal Growth and Self Confidence
Positive Self Image and Empowerment
Leadership Skills
Specific past parent comments include:
“When I see how [my daughter’s] face lights up when she speaks about camp, it’s a priceless experience.”
“She absolutely loves the camp, the staff, and all the friends she makes there. I consider Kupugani to be a big influence in helping her to grow and expand her mind each summer; it has become an integral part of her summer vacation.”
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our leadership programs help future young leaders transition from camper to counselor. In addition to being able to participate in regular camp activities, campers receive training to build their leadership knowledge and skill base.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Limited scholarships based on family size and income guidelines.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Mother Daughter Weekends
Parent Child Weekends
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.campkupugani.com for information.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are always looking for great people to work at camp as bunk counselors and and activity instructors. Â If you are excited to work with children and want to find out more about a fantastic summer job opportunity, please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.kupugani.com. Â
There you'll find pictures, videos, information, and our staff application. You're also welcome to call or email with any questions. Â Thanks!
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Camp Kupugani Multicultural Summer Camp
Visit Our Salt Creek Ballet Summer Camps Website
630/769-1199
98 E Chicago Avenue
Westmont, Illinois 60559
CAMPER AGES: 3 - 18
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Salt Creek Ballet provides excellence in dance education all year long. High level training also available for the summer: Join us for up to TWO WEEKS of Fairy Tale Ballet Camp and/or Creative Ballet Camp (July 20 - 24 & July 27 - 31) for ages 3-7. Weekly Ballet classes (June 8 - July 17) also offered for ages 3-8 and TEEN/ADULTS. We offer Pre-Professional summer programs for ages 9+.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, and more. Ballet
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CAMP FACILITIES: We have 4 state of the art dance studios all with sprung floors and marley.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Visit us at Our Camp Website Link: www.saltcreekballet.org for more information.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For more information, visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.saltcreekballet.org
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Salt Creek Ballet Summer Camps
Visit Our Christian Laettner Basketball Clinic Website
815-712-4536
asovern[AT]yorkvillechristian.com
Cross Lutheran School
8609 Route 47
Yorkville, Illinois 60560
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Christian Laettner Basketball Clinic Video
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Saturday, April 18 1:00-2:30 (K-5th grade); 2:30-4:00 (6th-12th grade)
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Yorkville Christian High School is proud to host Christian Laettner and his skills camp. Players of all ages will have an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of the game from a basketball legend. Each $40 registration includes the clinic instruction, a t-shirt and a photo-op with Christian Laettner as well.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Tennis, and more.
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Christian Laettner is the only NCAA player to start in four Final Fours. He was the Wooden Award winner in 1992, which goes to the NCAA Men's Player of the Year.
Christian had a distinguished 14 year NBA career as well, scoring over 11,000 points and playing in the 1997 All-Star game.
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Christian Laettner Basketball Clinic
Visit Our Huskie Volleyball Camps (NIU) Website
(815) 753-1496
niuvbcamp[AT]niu.edu
DeKalb, Illinois 60115
CAMPER AGES: 12-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Sunday & Wednesday Clinics
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Team Sports, and more. Volleyball Camps.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located 70 miles east of Chicago in DeKalb, IL. Camp is held on campus in the University Rec Center as well as the home court, Victor E. Court.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Our overnight camps house campers in an air-conditioned and wi-fi capable dorm rooms that were renovated in 2012. Gymnasiums are also air conditioned and have the capabilities to hold 8 total courts.
Dining halls offer campers choice of dining with hot and cold foods as well as a salad buffet.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: NIU's head coach, Ray Gooden, is a three time MAC coach of the year.
We offer a few different camp options...
Specialty Clinics run on Sundays from 9-3pm. Campers choose to work on specific skills (Attacking, Setting, or Passing). Specialty clinics cover 5 hours of instruction with NIU Camp Staff and end by combining all skills for some pass to attack.
All-Skills Camps can be overnight or day camps with multiple sessions a day. The camps cover all volleyball skills and culminates in tournament play for all campers.
Elite Camp is for players who want to play and train like a Huskie. The camp is for higher level volleyball players with drills moving at a faster pace and designed with higher intensity for a greater challenge.
Serve and Pass Clinic (NEW)
This clinic will cover two of the most essential skills in volleyball - the first contact. Our goal is to provide campers with new techniques to enhance their serve and serve receive skills.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please check out our website for more information on dates and costs of each camp. All camps run the second week of June and the second week of July. Save the Date and we hope to see you this Summer!
Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.niuhuskies.com
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are also looking for college coaches to help with our camps. Â If you are interested, please contact us at niuvbcamp[AT]niu.edu and please include your resume.
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Huskie Volleyball Camps NIU
Visit Our World Scholars Academy Website
+1(877) 680-9775
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
1188 Bishop Street, Suite 1509
Honolulu, HI
96813
CAMPER AGES: 12-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Online.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: World Scholars Academy offers elite summer courses and internships taught by world-leading professional scholars and accompanied by exceptional peers from around the world. Learn advanced study skills and deep conceptual understanding of your subject from the world's most accomplished educators.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Soccer, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Team Sports, Computers, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, Adventure, and more.
Business, Medicine, Law, Engineering, International Relations, Creative Writing
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CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to our website for up-to-date information.
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World Scholars Academy
Visit Our Camp Wego Website
352-445-2044
352-249-6783
info[AT]campwego.com
Florida Locations
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Florida, Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
CAMPER AGES: 14-65
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Travel Tours Camp
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Wego offers high-quality tours for teen and adults with special needs year around. Our travel programs are unforgettable adventures. We are not your ordinary travel Camp! On our exciting, supervised educational travel programs, individuals learn new skills, make lifelong friends and explore extraordinary cultures in United States and abroad.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Camp Wego is a Travel camp serving teens and adult with special needs ages 14-65. We are a small travel special needs camp that travel in the United States and abroad. We are able to provide low staffing ratios, 1 to 4. (1:1 if needed) We have highly credentialed and experienced staff so each individuals needs are met. We add new and innovative travel and activities each year.
Our travel is designed to enhance social, friendship, culture, and other vital life skills that promote independence. Camp Wego helps travelers make new friends while traveling in a safe, fun and educational environment.
We offer high-quality supervised tours for teens and adults with special needs year around. Our travel programs are specialized for individuals with Developmental Disabilities, Autism, Learning Disabilities, ADHD and Asperger's syndrome.
Individuals must be ambulatory and be able to take care of personal hygiene needs.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Swimming, Team Sports, Adventure, Travel, and more. Travel, Travel Abroad, Cruises, Camping, Sightseeing, Theme Parks, Culture
CAMP LOCATION: Our year-round office is located in Florida. Our trips depart and operate from many of domestic and international locations. Our staff training is held every year in Florida.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Wego is fully committed to developing life and social skills for individuals with special needs ages 14 and up. We believe that our travel trips are a great way to experience independence, improve social skills, and increase self-esteem in a secure, safe and also an exciting environment. Our primary goals are to help travelers build self-esteem, develop better social skills and self-expression, make and maintain friendships, improve fine motor skills, gross motor skills, and sensory integration.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp Wego travels year around.
OTHER CAMP INFO: No Financial aid offered.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Most trips cost $1000 and up
For complete info visit Our Camp Website Link: www.campwego.com
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Camp Wego
Visit Our Snow Goal Scoring Camp Website
(317) 488-8141
jakewatkinssoccer[AT]gmail.com
Indiana
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Indiana, Illinois, Michigan (See website for up-to-date camp sessions/locations)
CAMPER AGES: 7-17 (some camps are split into more specific age ranges, see website)
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Typically Mon-Thurs 9am-2pm (full day sessions) or Mon-Thurs 9am-Noon/Noon-3pm (half day sessions)
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Snow Goal Scoring Camp gives players the opportunity to take more shots on goal than they could at any other camp and is applicable to players at all levels. By teaching the fundamentals of proper shooting form, stressing the ability to take quality shots with both the strong and the weak foot, and relentlessly drilling goal-scoring situations that commonly occur in games, we allow players to develop muscle memory so proper shooting technique becomes effortless and scoring goals becomes 2nd nature. This proven method of practice was instrumental in making Ken Snow one of the nation’s best goal scorers and is guaranteed to take a player’s shot to the next level.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Soccer, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Camp Locations:
*Note: Visit our website for an up to date list of available locations
-Westfield, IN
-Noblesville, IN
-Plainfield, IN
-Edwardsburg, MI
-Livonia, MI
-Schaumburg, IL
-Hinsdale, IL
-Plainfield, IL
-Northbrook, IL
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Why choose Snow Goal Scoring Camp?
Snow Goal Scoring Camps grants hard-working players the opportunity to learn proper shooting technique. Coach Jake was mentored by college soccers greatest all time scorer his uncle, the late Ken Snow. Coach Jake and his team break down every meaningful aspect of his nearly perfect shooting mechanics so players learn exactly how he is able to achieve an accurate high velocity shot.
Coach Jake offers unique solutions to players having difficulties achieving proper shooting form and provides ways for even the best shooters to improve. Coach Jake's encouraging and patient style of instruction helps players maximize their potential and develop more passion for soccer. With enough practice and instruction, shooting and scoring goals will become 2nd nature.
There is no better camp to improve ball striking, shooting and scoring goals. Technique and hard work can take your child to the next level.
Being able to score when the opportunity presents itself can be the difference between:
-A win and a loss
-Riding the bench and starting
-Making the "A" team or the "B" team
-A college scholarship worth thousands of dollars
Camps will cover:
-Ensuring proper technique of Right & Left foot shot
-Volleys (Side, Thigh, Chest)
-1st Time & 2 touch shots from distance
-Receiving with back to goal, turning & Finishing
-1v1 technique’s to goal
-Curving - Inside and Outside of the foot
-Breakaways, 1v1 with keeper
-Small-Sided Games
Camp Format:
4-6 players per goal with 20-25 balls for each group. Players shoot 20-25 shots for each exercise. We repeat each exercise for both feet. Practicing that shot over and over creates muscle memory so finishing the soccer ball becomes 2nd nature to players. We choose 5-6 different Shooting & Scoring scenarios and situations each day, so each player takes 10-12 (both Feet) shooting sets of 20 shots each. Hardworking players should expect to take around 200 shots per day.
Players Don't Get Enough Shooting in Practice:
Shooting practice is most often neglected because coaches are forced to spend the majority of team training sessions working on ball control, possession, and passing. If coaches spent the amount of time required to get good at shooting their teams would be unable to possess the ball well enough to produce good scoring opportunities so SHOOTING PRACTICE IS WHAT GETS LEFT OUT!
Who is this camp for?
-Any soccer player regardless of skill, level, or position that wants to get better at Shooting the soccer ball. Players at every position need to be able to shoot the soccer ball.
-From the young player who hasn’t been taught the proper way to shoot up to the high-level player with college aspirations who wants to increase their Goal Scoring output.
-Players who want better technique that will lead to more power and better accuracy.
-Any Soccer player who wants to have fun and score more goals
OTHER CAMP INFO: Please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.snowsoccercamps.com to view up information about upcoming camp sessions, locations, prices, etc.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.snowsoccercamps.com to view up information about upcoming camp sessions, locations, prices, etc.
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Snow Goal Scoring Camp
Visit Our JCC "Z" Frank Apachi Day Camp Website
847-272-7050
info[AT]gojcc.org
305 Woodridge Lane
Northbrook, Illinois 60062
CAMPER AGES: 4 years-6th grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Daily 9:30 am -3:30 pm, before and after camp program available
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Affiliated with JCC Chicago and welcoming to the entire community
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Football, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Team Sports, Science, Adventure, Dance, Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more. Boating
Challenge/Adventure Course
Clowning
Magic
Cooking
Floor Hockey
Ga-ga
Kickball
Martial Arts
Music
Sand Volleyball
Nucomb
Softball
CAMP LOCATION: Tucked away on 10 private acres in Northbrook, IL, our wooded campus is grassy and sunny with lots of trees for shade and comfort.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Our amazing facilities include: Two large heated outdoor pools, an arts & crafts studio, boating pond, air-conditioned buildings for hot and rainy days, challenge course with climbing wall and boulder, two ball fields, and basketball, volleyball and tennis courts.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: JCC "Z" Frank Apachi Day Camp offers magical experiences for children living in the northern suburbs. Camp includes door-to-door bus service plus twice weekly lunch, field trips, camp t-shirt, camp CD and twice daily swim. Our full-time camp director works year-round to assure your child a summer full of memories and friendships to last a lifetime.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Counselor-in-Training program for 8th-10th grade
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid available, please contact the camp office.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For more information on sessions, dates and fees, visit our website.
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JCC Z Frank Apachi Day Camp
Visit Our Steve & Kate's Camp Website
415.513.0469
425 Dempster Street
Evanston, Illinois 60201
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
California
Massachusetts
Oregon
Washington
Washington D.C.
New Jersey
New York
Illinois
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
28 Liberty Ship Way, Suite 2815,
Sausalito, CA 94965
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Steve & Kate's Camp Video
CAMPER AGES: 4 years old - 7th grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. M-F: 7:30am - 6pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: At Steve & Kate's, we strive to create an environment where children can explore their passions at their own pace -- from music recording and animation, to sports, sewing, and baking. We believe that when campers are given choice and freedom, they learn on a deeper and more meaningful level, gain confidence, and are genuinely happy! Parents love our flexibility in scheduling, as we offer day passes or membership, and drop-off and pick-up can take place anytime within our hours (7:30am-6pm). Food is included and any unused day passes are automatically refunded at the end of the summer.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Soccer, Technology, Dance, Music/Band, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, and more.
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CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid is available! Please see our website for more information: Our Camp Website Link: steveandkatescamp.com
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For camp session and fees info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: steveandkatescamp.com.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
For summer job info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: steveandkatescamp.com.
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Steve and Kates Camp
Visit Our Riverwoods Family Campus Website
630-584-2222
bob[AT]fvchristianaction.org
recruiter[AT]fvchristianaction.org
35w624 Riverwoods Ln.
St. Charles, Illinois 60174
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Riverwoods Family Campus Video
CAMPER AGES: Kid's Camp: 6-12; Teen program: 13-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Riverwoods Family Campus is a free camp offered to kids of qualifying families in Kane County, IL. Children (ages 6-12) stay for a week in cabins and participate in a camp curriculum, with various games, activities, and bible teachings. Teens (ages 13-18) are a part of a leadership development program, staying 2 weeks to the whole summer depending on age. All camp weeks are from Monday Morning to Friday afternoon.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Soccer, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Computers, Academics, and more. College Visits
Business Seminars
Team Building Activities
CAMP LOCATION: We are located 40 miles West of Chicago and have 85 acres of land on the Fox River in St. Charles, IL
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CAMP FACILITIES: We have 6 modern cabins, multipurpose building that includes a gymnasium, dining hall, conference rooms and a game room. We also have an outdoor basketball court, playground, amphitheater, and canoes that we take kids out on the Fox River.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Please see our website for more information on who we are as an organization: fvchristianaction.org.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: All of our kids attend for free if the qualify to attend based on parents income and they must live in Kane County, IL.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Contact Recruiter in Mid-May to find out information on session dates: recruiter[AT]fvchristianaction.org
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Various Summer Camp Positions are available for those willing to become summer missionaries. Â The minimum stipend is $2475 for the summer plus room and board. Â
For more information on various positions, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: riverwoods.wordpress.com.
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Riverwoods Family Campus
Visit Our Nike College Prospect Cross Country Camp at Elmhurst College Website
1-800-645-3226
running[AT]ussportscamps.com
190 Prospect Avenue
Elmhurst, Illinois Elmhurst
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Nike College Prospect Cross Country Camp at Elmhurst College Video
CAMPER AGES: 12-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Conveniently located just 17 miles outside Chicago, Elmhurst College is an ideal location for summer training. Crushed limestone paths and grass running surfaces are within a short distance from campus. Campers will also have access to running on the Elmhurst College track and artificial turf soccer field.
Boys and girls ages 12-18 will learn the fundamentals necessary for efficient running. Drills to improve proper mechanics and form will be incorporated daily. A combination of distance and speed training will be utilized to help each runner prepare for his or her cross-country season. Mini clinics will be taught by staff and guest speakers to help campers learn applicable training theory, drills and functional core strength.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Weightloss, and more. Running, Cross Country.
CAMP LOCATION: Conveniently located just 17 miles outside Chicago
▌Read More about Nike College Prospect Cross Country Camp at Elmhurst College
CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Director Charlie Kern has been coaching since 1991. Charlie is currently the Head boys track coach and assistant cross country coach at York HS in Elmhurst, IL. He has coached conference, sectional, state and national championship teams. Charlie has coached at the club, middle school, high school, and junior college levels.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit the camp webpage for additional information
Our Camp Website Link: www.ussportscamps.com
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Nike College Prospect Cross Country Camp at Elmhurst College
Visit Our Julie Foudy Sports Leadership Academy Website
949-648-2050
marnie[AT]juliefoudyleadership.com
IL
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Illinios
New Jersey
California
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
806 E. Avenida Pico Suite I #318
San Clemente, CA 92673
CAMPER AGES: 12-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Soccer, Team Sports, and more. Lacrosse, & Leadership.
CAMP LOCATION: The JFSLA is held in three locations through the summer. Visit our website for dates and sites.
▌Read More about Julie Foudy Sports Leadership Academy
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Julie Foudy Sports Leadership Academy combines a five-night, six-day residential Summer Soccer Camp for girls ages 12-18 and a Leadership Academy. This year in NJ we successfully integrated Lacrosse into the Academy for Girls ages 12-18.
We focus on two overlapping components-- Sports and Leadership.
Our summer residential camp locations are in NJ, IL and CA. We have World Class role models, Olympic Gold Medalists and World Champions on staff every year!
The aim of the JFSLA is to expose students to Julie’s great passion: the concept of not just being a leader on the field but a LEADER IN LIFE.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The JFSLA offers a full and rich leadership curriculum alongside the sport offerings at the Academy.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships available through application process.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
JUNE 28 - JULY 3: (Sat-Thurs) OAKBROOK, IL
JULY 7- 12: (Mon-Sat) HIGHTSTOWN, NJ
JULY 20-25: (Sun-Fri) ATHERTON, CA
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Julie Foudy Sports Leadership Academy
Visit Our ThoroughQuest Acres Summer Horsemanship Camp Website
(847) 452-1789
thoroughquestacres[AT]yahoo.com
28044 W Roberts Rd
Port Barrington, Illinois 60010
CAMPER AGES: 6-16 (younger with approval only)
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. July 8th-11, July 15th-18th, July 21st-25th...Tues-Fri 9:30-1:30
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Horses/Equestrian, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: ThoroughQuest Acres is conveniently located in Port Barrington, IL, easily accessible from Chicago's northwest suburbs and just 45 minutes from Downtown Chicago. Situated on 15 beautiful acres, ThoroughQuest offers a relaxing, peaceful atmosphere with plenty of space to enjoy your equine friends.
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Having a solid foundation of knowledge on how to work safely around horses is just as important as knowing how to ride them. Our summer program gives campers a fun, safe, hands-on opportunity to learn and engage in all facets of basic horsemanship. Throughout the week campers will participate in activities that expand their knowledge of horses, advance their horseback riding skills, and enjoy riding with friends.
Our goal is for each of our campers to become a solid horseman, utilizing proper barn, horse handling, and riding skills. Please send a daily sack lunch and drink with your child.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: ThoroughQuest Acres offers year-round riding lessons, boarding, and show opportunities.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Three sessions offered in July. Each session runs Tuesday-Friday from 9:30am - 1:30pm.
July 8th-11
July 15th-18th
July 21st-25th
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ThoroughQuest Acres Summer Horsemanship Camp
Visit Our Breakthrough Basketball Camps Website
866-846-7892 x 1
camps[AT]breakthroughbasketball.com
Various Cities Across the US and Canada
Various Locations
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
WEST: Alaska. California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Nevada, Utah, Washington, Wyoming
SOUTHWEST: Arizona, Hawaii, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas
MIDWEST: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin
SOUTHEAST: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia
NORTHEAST: Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont
CANADA: Alberta, Ontario
OTHER: Scotland
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
5001 1st Ave. SE, Ste 105 #254, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
CAMPER AGES: K - 12th grades
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Basketball camps for boys and girls, grades K thru 12, with locations across the US, Canada and Scotland.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, and more.
▌Read More about Breakthrough Basketball Camps
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Breakthrough Basketball Camps
Visit Our CircEsteem Summer Circus Camp Website
773-732-4564
info[AT]CircEsteem.org
Chicago, Illinois 60640
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
4730 N. Sheridan Rd.
Chicago, IL 60640
CAMPER AGES: 6-16
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Monday-Friday 9 am - 3 pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Summer Circus Camp is a fun, safe, supportive and challenging environment where children explore the many skills that create the Circus Arts. Circus Day Camp allows each child to develop self-confidence, self-esteem, physical awareness and an understanding of the potential they possess. Skills taught may include: acrobatics, clowning, juggling, stilt walking, gym wheel, rolling globe, tight wire, and rolla bolla. CircEsteem campers will get to share their excitement and skills with family and friends at the end of the week in a show!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Gymnastics, Team Sports, Dance, Theater, and more. Circus Arts.
▌Read More about CircEsteem Summer Circus Camp
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Since 2001, CircEsteem’s mission has been to unite youth from diverse racial, cultural, and economic backgrounds and help them build self-esteem and mutual respect through the practice of circus arts.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Sliding scale tuition & scholarships available. Apply online: Our Camp Website Link: circesteem.org
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: CircEsteem programs give students a chance to shine as center-ring stars in their very own circus, enhancing self-esteem as they overcome obstacles, achieve goals, and proudly exclaim, "Look what I can do!" Fostering confidence and cooperation, our professional circus staff teaches a variety of skills such as clowning, juggling, stilt-walking, ball-walking, unicycling, gym wheel and acrobatics. Students progress at their own pace while working hands-on with instructors in a safe and supportive environment.
During the school year, we offer circus classes on Saturday and Sunday mornings and after-school tutoring and circus Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
9 am - 3 pm Monday - Friday
June 26 - August 25
Sign up for weekly sessions or all nine!
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CircEsteem Summer Circus Camp
Visit Our Jen's Camp Website
773-234-1323
jen[AT]jenscamp.com
2625 N Orchard St
Chicago, Illinois 60614
CAMPER AGES: 4-13
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Jen's Camp was designed for kids and families! Our goal? Make the entire experience from registering to day to day camp easy on the families and provide the kids with great activities and choices about how they spend their day. We saw families struggling with programs that only ran for 3 hours and saw first hand the strain that added to family units. Our goal is to make things easy on the families. That means less time coordinating logistics. We are open from Monday, June 20 - Friday, August 12, 2022, Monday - Friday from 7:30a - 6p.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: We are not set-up or staffed to help a camper 1:1. While camp cannot provide an aide, families are welcome to provide an aide for their camper as long as they are cleared by us first. Once we’ve received all the completed paperwork and confirmed background checks are clear for an aide, they will be able to attend camp with your camper. This is a long process as background checks can take weeks to clear so, if this is the right step for your family, we recommend reaching out as soon as possible to begin.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Football, Soccer, Technology, Dance, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in the heart of Chicago's Lincoln Park! We rent the indoor and outdoor space at Alcott Elementary School.
CAMP FACILITIES: The indoor space is air conditioned and equipped with new filtered water bottle filling stations, restrooms, and is home to many of our activities including but not limited to: Stop motion animation, art lab, sewing (hand and machine), our relax area (think beanbag chairs, spa music, some essential oils in a diffuser from time to time books, chess, checks, etc), pool, table hockey, giant connect four, ping-pong and more! We also have access to the auditorium, cafeteria and 8 indoor classrooms.
The outdoor space includes a playground, full-size turf soccer field, lots of blacktop space for hopscotch, foursquare, chalk city and more! The entire outdoor space surrounded by an iron fence, which is locked during camp.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our fee is inclusive and covers morning and afternoon snacks, lunch and all of our offered activities, automatically. There are no extra registration steps for certain programs, no before or aftercare needed. We never leave campus so caregivers can drop off and pick up their campers whenever it is best for them within our hours of operation. We offer registration for the whole summer (best value), weekly blocks or by the day. Need just an afternoon? Snag a spot in our half-day pilot program from Noon - 6p.
The campers choose from the open activities (different activities are open at different times of day) and spend their time doing what interests them the most. All of our activities are designed to be intuitive, meaning even the youngest of campers can walk right up to the activity and get started. How? Meticulous preparation and plan ahead so that it all comes off as simple and easy to engage in.
We have visual guides for campers to reference and staff always nearby if a camper should want a little help or a high-five to celebrate some cool new thing that they just tried for the first time! From stop motion animation to hand sewing to water play on the turf field - we've got a great summer planned for your campers! Registration is open!
All of our staff will be up to date on their covid vaccinations, CPR/First Aid/AED certified, background checked and federal and state levels. We also have staff with food manager certification.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships are fulfilled for the season, however, if you are interested, please email Jen's Camp so we can put your on our email list for next year!
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We also run a spring break camp that coincides with Chicago Public School spring break week. (Monday - Friday)
OTHER CAMP INFO: Our areas are offered to campers as choices throughout the day. Different areas are open at various times throughout the day and campers can chose the areas that interest them the most:
Outdoor Recreation
Technology (Stop motion animation)
Indoor Games (Mini pool, ping-pong, table hockey, fooseball, giant connect four)
Outdoor Games (pack a swimsuit, we will open a water activity when the weather allows)
Refresh Area (beanbags, chess, checkers, books)
Art Lab (from basic coloring to full blown projects - new themes each week)
and much, much more!
Check out our website for more information!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Registration is open for the entire summer, weekly blocks or day passes.
We are open from Monday, June 20 - Friday, August 12, Monday - Friday from 7:30a - 6p.
All registration covers all of our hours, activities, morning and afternoon snack and lunch! There is no need for before/aftercare, no registration deadlines and no rush to add the fun activities we offer! Why? It is our goal to lighten the logistical load on our families so that they can have more time together!
$3,319 a summer
$550 a week
$115 a day
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Jens Camp
Visit Our Concordia U Chicago Boys High School Elite Camp Website
(708) 665-4884
gregory.manos[AT]cuchicago.edu
7400 Augusta Street
River Forest, Illinois 60305
CAMPER AGES: 14-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. 9:00am-4:30pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Boy Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: The Boys High School Elite Camp is designed to train athletes who are looking to play at the collegiate level. Campers will receive instruction through skill training, competition series and strategic breakdowns. Our coaching staff will work with campers to improve their fundamental skillset, executional abilities and volleyball IQ as we’ve experienced at the Division I and professional levels. Campers will also have the opportunity to interact with our current student athletes to gain insights into the life of a college volleyball player.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Volleyball, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: 10 miles West of Chicago
▌Read More about Concordia U Chicago Boys High School Elite Camp
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
$250 before June 1st, $300 after June 1st
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Concordia U Chicago Boys High School Elite Camp
Visit Our Hoop Mountain Shooting & Scoring with Ryan Goodson Website
630-539-2100
hoopmountain.dgibbs[AT]gmail.com
1312 Park St
Bloomington, Illinois 61701
CAMPER AGES: Going into 5th grade - Going into 12th grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Boy Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: This Camp is a day or overnight camp which runs from July 29th-July 31st in which players will be directed by Ryan Goodson who has worked with many NBA players such Stephen Curry and Antawn Jamison. This Camp will combine the best aspects of a shooting camp and scoring camp into one to help players to become a better scorer. At the end of the camp players will receive Ryan Goodson's online training workouts for free. The camp is at Illinois Wesleyan University which is located right off intersection 74 and 55 which is about 2 hours away from Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: This camp is located at Illinois Wesleyan University which is right off intersection 74 and 55, which is about 2 hours away from Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis.
▌Read More about Hoop Mountain Shooting & Scoring with Ryan Goodson
CAMP FACILITIES: Campers will stay in the Illinois Wesleyan University dorms and have meals in the dining hall at the University.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
The camp is July 29th- July 31st which will $395.00 for the 3 days.
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Hoop Mountain Shooting and Scoring with Ryan Goodson
Visit Our PGC Basketball Website
866-338-2308
info[AT]pgcbasketball.com
Choose from over 80 camps across the US and Canada each year
Across the US and Canada
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
WEST: California, Colorado, Idaho, Oregon, Montana, Washington, Wyoming
MIDWEST: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin
NORTHEAST: Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont
SOUTHWEST: Arizona, Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas
SOUTHEAST: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia<
Canada: Alberta, Ontario
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
P.O. Box 2202
Mandeville, LA 70470
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our PGC Basketball Video
CAMPER AGES: Overnight Camps for 7th thru 12th grades; Skills Academy day camps for 4th thru 7th grades.
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION:
PGC Basketball offers game-changing basketball camps for boys and girls entering grades 4 through 12, with locations coast to coast in the United States and Canada. Plus, coaches attend PGC too!
Each summer, 10,000 players from middle school to college attend a PGC Basketball camp or Skills Academy. PGC is for dedicated players who truly want to get better and players of all positions are welcome!
Any player will benefit from PGC—regardless of position or skills—as long as they want to learn and get better.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, and more. Beyond The Game. At PGC Basketball Camps, Players Develop A Winning Mindset & Leadership Skills On & Off The Court. There Is No Other Place On The Planet Like PGC To Develop A Player's Basketball IQ, Mindset, Leadership, Playmaking, & Confidence — All At The Same Time.
CAMP LOCATION: PGC partners with schools, universities, and private training facilities in 30+ US states and Canadian provinces providing a wide selection of camp locations to choose from. Visit our schedule & locations page for more details: Our Camp Website Link: pgcbasketball.com
Locations include:
WEST: California, Colorado, Idaho, Oregon, Montana, Washington, Wyoming
MIDWEST: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin
NORTHEAST: Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont
SOUTHWEST: Arizona, Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas
SOUTHEAST: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia<
Canada: Alberta, Ontario
▌Read More about PGC Basketball
CAMP PROGRAM INFO:
For 28 years, PGC Basketball has been the worldwide leader in teaching players how to think the game, be a leader, and run the show.
We believe every player deserves to know how to unlock their potential. We believe every player deserves to discover how to be a leader on and off the court. And, we believe every player deserves to know how to use the game to propel themselves to success in life.
At PGC Basketball, we’re a team of passionate teachers of the game who won’t stop at anything in our quest to inspire and equip dedicated players and coaches everywhere.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Since 2012, PGC has provided more than $500,000 in financial assistance. Each year, we do our best to assist as many families as possible.
Scholarship applications begin each spring for summer sessions at: Our Camp Website Link: pgcbasketball.com
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit our website to learn about our summer overnight basketball camps, our skills academy camps for youth players, and our fall weekend camps.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Our PGC staff are remarkable individuals with a passion to learn, grow, and impact others. There are three ways to get involved: be a volunteer coach, join our paid summer staff, or join our year-round team.
Our Camp Website Link: pgcbasketball.com
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PGC Basketball
Visit Our Bensenville Park District Camp Website
630-766-7015
1000 W. Wood Street
Bensenville, Illinois 60106
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
1000 W. Wood Street
Bensenville, IL 60106
CAMPER AGES: 6-15
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: All camps include fun at the Bensenville Water Park & Splashpad and weekly field trips.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, Volleyball, Team Sports, Adventure, and more.
▌Read More about Bensenville Park District Camp
CAMP PROGRAM INFO:
Adventure Camp is for six to 10-year-olds and offers a little of everything. Campers will create cool crafts, play games, go on field trips, enjoy afternoon pool time and visit the library. It’s a great time to make new friends, try new things and have fun.
Sports Camp helps kids improve skills in a variety of sports. All skill levels are welcome. Kids will have fun and learn good sportsmanship, as well as enjoy afternoon swimming and field trips. For six to 10-year-olds.
There’s also Teen Camp for 11 to 15-year-olds. Swimming, field trips, games and crafts, along with an opportunity to lead the younger camps, are all included.
Campers meet at the Park District’s Deer Grove Leisure Center, 1000 W. Wood Street in Bensenville. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.bensenvilleparkdistrict.org for dates, costs and more info. Before and after extended care is available.
Bensenville Park District| 1000 W. Wood Street | 630-766-7015Our counselors are at least 18 years old and have undergone training to provide a positive camp experience for children of ages 6 to 15. All camp staff have been trained in first aid procedures and certified in CPR. Bensenville Park District conducts background checks on all staff.
Our mission is to provide safe play and learning opportunities that promote development, teamwork, and fun!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For complete camp info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.bensenvilleparkdistrict.org.
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Bensenville Park District Camp
Visit Our Nike Soccer Camps Elmhurst College Website
1-800-645-3226
soccer[AT]ussportscamps.com
190 Prospect Avenue
Elmhurst, Illinois 60126
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Nike Soccer Camps Elmhurst College Video
CAMPER AGES: 8-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Coach Dave Di Tomasso and his staff will host three sessions of all skills camp! These camps are the perfect opportunity to take your game to the next level!
Instruction focuses on functional training, attacking, supporting play, decision making, shooting, defending, small-sided games, 11v11, and creativity. Goalkeeping training is provided. The camp now provides a second soccer stadium for use during the camp. Full supervision and activities are provided for day campers during down time, including swimming for all campers in between sessions. Camp is for ages 8-18. Campers must be 9 years old to stay overnight (8 year olds are welcome for the extended day portion).
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Soccer, and more.
▌Read More about Nike Soccer Camps Elmhurst College
CAMP FACILITIES: Campers train on a brand new astroplay surface; the only surface approved by FIFA (world soccer governing body), and learn how to take their game to the next level.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Elmhurst College Men’s Head Coach Dave Di Tomasso and his experienced staff , including college coaches, college players and professional players, direct the campers through a carefully devised instructional program with an 8:1 player to coach ratio.
Coach Dave Di Tomasso and his staff have perfected the Nike Soccer Specialty Camp at Elmhurst College by creating an all emcompassing camp experience. In three camp sessions, campers are will be able to hone their skills with specialized instruction and guidance.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to the camp webpage for additional information:
Our Camp Website Link: www.ussportscamps.com
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Nike Soccer Camps Elmhurst College
Visit Our Big Man, Perimeter, Point Guard Camp Website
hoopmountain.dgibbs[AT]gmail.com
1312 Park St,
Bloomington, Illinois 61701
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers. All Boy Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: The Big Man, Perimeter, and Point Guard Camps are four days in which you will improve your skills as a Big Man, Point Guard, or shooter. Will have coaches teaching each position for which ever one you sign up for.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Computers, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, and more. Entrepreneurship
Financial Responsibility
Leadership
Business Acumen
Wealth Building
Relationship Management
Economics
Business Ethics
Workplace Behaviors
CAMP LOCATION: We are located at Illinois Wesleyan about 2 Hours form Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis. Were right of intersection 74.
▌Read More about Big Man, Perimeter, Point Guard Camp
CAMP FACILITIES: The Campers will be staying in the dorms and will have breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the dining halls at the college.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camps run from July 26th- July 29th at 455.00 for the 4 days. This is also on our website for more information.
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Big Man Perimeter Point Guard Camp
Visit Our Shooting and Scoring Camp with Ryan Goodson Website
630-539-2100
hoopmountain.dgibbs[AT]gmail.com
1312 Park St
Bloomington, Illinois 61701
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
120 W Golf Rd.
CAMPER AGES: Going into 5th- going into 12th grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Boy Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: This Camp is 3 Days and campers will be directed Ryan Goodson who has worked with many NBA players such Stephen Curry. Each camper will get a booklet with all the drills. Campers will also receive Ryan Goodson's Online Training video for free.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Our Camp is at Illinois Wesleyan University Which is right off Intersection 74. We are about 2 hours away from Chicago, Indianapolis, and St. Louis. More information about this on the website.
▌Read More about Shooting and Scoring Camp with Ryan Goodson
CAMP FACILITIES: Campers will stay in the Illinois Wesleyan University Dorms. Then eat in the dining halls at the school ,and also play on the courts at the university.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
This Camp is 395.00 for 3 days which are July29th- July 31st. More Information is on our website.
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Shooting and Scoring Camp with Ryan Goodson
Visit Our Hot Ground Gym Website
(847) 227-8404 Arlington Heights
(847) 686-3610 Libertyville
info[AT]hotgroundgym.com
8 W College Dr A
Arlington Heights, Illinois 60004
CAMPER AGES: 5-13
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Half day/day/weekend camps are available
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Summer, Spring and Winter Break Camps.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Team Sports, Adventure, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: OTHER LOCATIONS:
1950 n US-45, Libertyville, Illinois 60048, US
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO:
Winter Break Camps
Our winter camps are designed to keep kids entertained while developing problem-solving and interpersonal skills. With obstacle course training, team-building missions, "target practice" hand-eye-coordination activities, and many other fun games, we guarantee a fun winter break. This camp is great for all kids, ages six and up.
Spring Break Camps
Still in town this Spring Break? Send your kids to our Northern Chicago spring break camps for a one-of-a-kind experience filled with obstacle courses, team challenges, fun hand-eye-coordination developing activities, and tons of other great activities. The camp is a break for you, and a blast for them!! Our 2023 Spring Break Camp is registered in by the half or full day, and is great for kids ages 6-14.
Leadership Summer Camp
Our 2023 summer camp is enrolled in by the week, and is great for 6-13+ year olds. Older kids get an opportunity (if desired) to develop their leadership skills, and the younger ones have a blast participating. Our Leadership Summer Camp, being a premiere Day Camp near Chicago, is different from other camps we offer during the year because it is a whole week experience, each day evolving from the last. Located in Arlington Heights and Libertyville, close to Palatine and Vernon Hills, these obstacle-course-based camps.
No School Day Camps
No School? No Problem! We offer full and half day camp options for most national holidays and some localized school closures. Have your child attend our No School Day Camp the next time their school is closed and you want to relax (or need to work ).
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Hot Ground Gym
Visit Our Windridge Farm Summer Horse Camp Website
630-842-5455
tammy.windridgefarm[AT]gmail.com
440 Royce Rd
Bolingbrook, Illinois 60440
CAMPER AGES: 7-14 years
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. 4 days per week, Monday-Thursday, 9am - 1:30pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Windridge Farm, located on 60 lush green acres, offers a fun and educational summer camp with a hands on opportunity to learn all aspects of horsemanship. Daily lesson with a certified instructor. Learn to tack up, untack, groom, feed, and bathe a horse or pony. Learn anatomy, nutrition, and more through fun Games and Crafts!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Horses/Equestrian, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Windridge Farm is located on 60 acres in Bolingbrook, IL which is a southwest suburb of Chicago near Naperville and Oak Brook. Convenient to Rt 53, I55, I355 expressways and many restaurants and shopping at The Promenade Bolingbrook.
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CAMP FACILITIES: We have four spacious indoor and outdoor riding arenas, Riding School Tack Room, outdoor picnic areas, indoor viewing room and refrigerators, lockers, pastures and many horses, ponies and our barn dog, Pepa.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our camp program includes learning basic horsemanship, english riding skills, horse handling, equine anatomy, demonstrations, crafts and many activities!
Demonstrations: Jumping, Horseshoeing & Vital signs
Want to keep riding after summer camp? We offer year round lessons in our outdoor and heated indoor arenas!
Want to go to horse shows? We offer entry level shows at the farm, we also attend local & national shows with our show team.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Windridge Farm offers english hunter/jumper riding lessons year round!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Summer Camp 2020: Monday - Thursdays 9 AM - 1:30 PM $350.00 per camper per session, multiple session discount. Ages 7 and up. Each Camp is open to ALL Levels - Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Intermediate Riders.
June 15 – 18
June 22 - 25
July 13 - 16
July 20 - 23
August 03 - 06
​* Camp will be divided by level on the first day of camp.
All information is on our website for review and enrollment.
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Windridge Farm Summer Horse Camp
Visit Our Ken Chertow Wrestling Website
814-466-3466
camps[AT]kenchertow.com
1450 S Atherton St
State College, Pennsylvania 16801
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Pennsylvania, Nebraska, Colorado, Indiana, Ohio, Illinois, Wisconsin, Arizona, Utah, California, Oregon, Washington, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Texas
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
PO Box 120
Boalsburg, PA 16827
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Ken Chertow Wrestling Video
CAMPER AGES: All ages and skill levels
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. We will condcut camp in Allentown, PA July 27-August 8
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Wrestling, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Please visit the website for complete information on ALL locations.
Pennsylvania: The Ramada Inn Convention Center is centrally located in State College, PA. It is just 15 minutes from I-80 and easily accessible from the Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Harrisburg areas.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Please visit the website for complete information on ALL locations.
Pennsylvania: We train, eat, and sleep all at the Ramada Inn Convention Center Hotel. It provides an ideal learning experience and air conditioned wrestling area.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: USA Olympian - Ken Chertow
OLYMPIC AND ALL-AMERICAN COMPETITOR
•3x Academic All American
•3x NCAA All American
•2x Junior National Champion and OW
•2x Junior World Champion
•Olympic Festival Champion
•Midlands Champion & OW
Owner and Coach of the Gold Medal Training Camp system for 20+ years. Our campers have won 500+ State Championships in the last decade.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: GROUP DISCOUNTS: We offer substantial group discounts and enable coaches and group leaders to attend camp at no charge. We allow all the wrestlers in the community to combine for the group total.See below for details.
FUNDRAISING: Raise funds for camp with Reaching Our Goal. It’s quick, easy, and profitable, with no risk to you. Click here for more information!
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Father/Son Camp Options
Parents, you are welcome to attend either the Kids Training Camp or the Future Champions Camp with your son. This is a unique opportunity to learn and bond together in a world class wrestling environment that also stresses fun, fitness, and fundamentals. We encourage you to attend sessions, take notes, video tape the instructional presentations, and/or assist your son. We offer a variety of housing and meal options to meet the needs and budget of your family. We look forward to providing you and your child with a memorable learning experience.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.KenChertow.com for camp options, pricing and more info!
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Ken Chertow Wrestling
Visit Our Flames Cheerleading Website
goflamescheer[AT]gmail.com
200 S 5th Avenue
Maywood, Illinois 60153
CAMPER AGES: 8-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Flames Cheerleading Spring Break Camp is an exciting opportunity to come and learn what it takes to be part of a competitive cheerleading team! No experience is required! Ages 8-17. Spaces fill fast, so call today for more info.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Cheerleading, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in the Boys & Girls Club in Maywood IL, directly across the street from Maywood Library and Maywood Police Station.
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CAMP FACILITIES: We have air-conditioned facilities, cheer mats, and an enclosed outdoor space.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our coaches are all USACHEER certified as well as CPR certified and trained.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.goflamescheer.com to register!
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Flames Cheerleading
Visit Our Camp McCormick Website
815-234-8622
630-897-1565
fdupczak[AT]girlscoutsni.org
9995 N. Girl Scout Rd.
Stillman Valley, Illinois 61084
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
200 New Bond St.
Sugar Grove, IL 60554
CAMPER AGES: 6-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Family Camp
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Girl Scouts
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Summer Family Camp
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Camp McCormick is 425 acres of woods and prairie, located about an hour and a half northwest of Chicago and 25 minutes southwest of Rockford.
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CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Camperships are available for current members of Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Fun Overnight - July 25-26 - A family that camps together, makes a s'more together! Splash in the pool, go for a hike, and make something in arts & crafts to remember this camp session together.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are currently hiring for all camp positions - counselor, kitchen staff, waterfront staff, and specialty areas. Please contact Felecia for more information.
Please email fdupczak[AT]girlscoutsni.org or visit our website nat Our Camp Website Link: www.girlscoutsni.org for application materials.
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Camp McCormick
YMCA Camp Duncan
http://www.ymcachicago.org/duncan/
32405 North Hwy. 12
Ingleside, IL 60041
847.546.8086
Visit website for more information.
http://www.neic.org/
Northeast Illinois Council
2745 Skokie Valley Road
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 433-1813
For more info visit the website.
Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois
http://www.girlscoutsni.org/camps
Elgin Service Center
12N124 Coombs Road
Elgin, Illinois 60124
Phone: 847-741-5521
Freeport Service Center
5040 Business Route 20 West
Freeport, Illinois 61032
Phone: 815-235-8777
Rockford Service Center
2820 McFarland Road
Rockford, Illinois 61107
Phone: 815-962-5591
Sugar Grove Service Center
200 New Bond Street
Sugar Grove, Illinois 60554
Phone: 630-897-1565
CAMP INFO:
Camp Dean
46W253 Camp Dean Rd
Big Rock, IL 60511
Camp Far Horizons
9702 S Lost Horizon Rd
Hanover, IL 61041
Camp McCormick
9995 N. Girl Scout Rd
Stillman Valley, Illinois 61084
Chapman Hills
N9372 Scout Rd
East Troy, WI 5312
Mary Ann Beebe Center
17501 Streit Rd
Harvard, Illinois 60033
MORE ILLINOIS SUMMER SPORTS CAMPS ARE COMING SOON. YOU CAN CHOOSE ANOTHER STATE FROM THE LIST BELOW.
ILLINOIS SPORTS CAMP OWNERS & DIRECTORS: If you would like to submit your camp for listing in our 2025 Best Illinois Summer Sports Camps Directory, please click on the "SUBMIT YOUR CAMP" link above.
ILLINOIS SPORTS CAMP PARENTS & CAMPERS: If you are looking to find info on how to choose the best summer camp to attend this summer, please check out our 2025 GUIDE TO CHOOSING THE BEST SUMMER SPORTS CAMP for some great camp research tips and lots of important 2025 summer camp info.
In addition to our 2025 Illinois Summer Sports Camps Directory we have also created quite a few SPECIAL INTEREST CAMP DIRECTORIES, and have included brief descriptions of these and links to their dedicated websites on the 2025 CAMP GUIDE page.
You can go directly to any of our other 2025 Special Interest Camp Directories from the list in the black bar at the bottom of this page.
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