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MANATEE | SARASOTA | LAKEWOOD RANCH | BOTH COUNTIES
Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota
Details: Campers will gain experience to become independent, educated, safe archers, as well as learn the essentials of safe fishing, such as rod and reel assembly, types of knots, casting, bait and more.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 5-9 (half-day only) or July 5-7
Tuition: Call for information
Ages: 6-14
Contact: 941-358-7275 ext. 5816, [email protected] or Click here to register!
Details: Conducted in partnership with Spirit Of America Foundation, this camp has participants learning lifelong skills of safe sailing, paddling and powerboating, with the ability to confidently teach others. The campers will be able to earn their Florida boating license.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 24-28
Tuition: $200, with scholarships available
Ages: 10-14
Contact: 941-358-7275, ext. 5816, [email protected] or Click here to register!
Details: This is a mix of all Benderson summer camps, combining archery and fishing in the mornings and water adventures in the afternoons.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 19-23 or June 26-30
Tuition: Call for information
Ages: 6-14
Contact: 941-358-7275 ext. 5816, [email protected] or Click here to register!
Details: Participants will learn the basics of kayaking, paddleboarding, rowing, sailing and canoeing. Full and half-day sessions are available.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 30-June 2, June 12-16, July 10-13 or July 31-Aug. 4
Tuition: Call for information
Ages: 6-14
Contact: 941-358-7275 ext. 5816, [email protected] or Click here to register!
Cardinal Mooney High School, 4171 Fruitville Road, Sarasota
Details: Participants will learn and work on fundamental basketball drills and skills. The camp is taught by Mooney coaches.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon June 26-29
Tuition: $150
Ages: Entering grades 3-8
Contact: 941-371-4917; Click here to register!
Details: Campers will learn cheers, dances, tumbling techniques and stunting. The camp is taught by Mooney coaches.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon June 19-21
Tuition: $100
Ages: Grades pre-K and up
Contact: 941-371-4917; Click here to register!
Details: Participants will learn and work on fundamental football drills and skills. The camp is taught by Mooney coaches.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon June 12-15
Tuition: $175
Ages: Entering grades 4-8
Contact: 941-371-4917; Click here to register!
Details: Participants will learn and work on fundamental basketball drills and skills, plus play five-on-five games. The camp is taught by Mooney coaches.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon June 19-22
Tuition: $150
Ages: Entering grades 3-8
Contact: 941-371-4917; Click here to register!
Details: Participants will learn and work on fundamental volleyball drills and skills. The camp is taught by Mooney Head Coach Chad Davis.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon July 10-13
Tuition: $175
Ages: 8 and up
Contact: 941-371-4917; Click here to register!
6700 Clark Road, Sarasota
Details: FC Sarasota Summer Camps are designed to provide soccer players a first-class soccer experience. The camp creates a nurturing and supportive environment that will positively shape the attitudes to achieve success. Players will be exposed to creative soccer exercises and games that will enhance their technical ability in a fun and entertaining way. From small-sided games to fun competitive contests, every player will have a greater understanding and appreciation of the game. Players will be placed in age and/or skill level appropriate groups to ensure relevant and optimal training activities.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (early drop off at 8:30 a.m.) June 5-9, June 19-23, June 26-30
Tuition: $200
Ages: Call for information
Contact: 941-925-7679; Click here to register!
Premier Sports Campus, 5895 Post Blvd., Lakewood Ranch
Details: Whether a beginner, intermediate or advanced player, camp staff will help improve each player’s skill level and enhance players’ understanding of the game through a variety of fun training and playing methods.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 5-9, June 26-30, July 17-21
Tuition: $165 (includes a T-shirt)
Ages: 5-14
Contact: [email protected]; Click here to register!
Details: This camp is only open to competitive players in the Chargers Soccer organization. Coaches will help these players with dribbling, passing, shooting, defending, tackling, receiving and ball control, among other skills.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon July 31-Aug. 4
Tuition: $200 (includes a T-shirt)
Ages: 8-16
Contact: [email protected]; Click here to register!
Salvation Army Gym, 1701 S. Tuttle Ave., Sarasota
Details: Campers will experience in-game personal instruction and mentoring while practicing ball handling and shooting skills. There will be strength and conditioning with AMP Athletics. This camp is designed for intermediate to advanced athletes taking it to the next level.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon July 24-28 (middle school), 1-4 p.m. July 24-28 (high school)
Tuition: $65 per day, $180 for three days, $250 per week
Ages: 10-18
Contact: 941-444-9542; Click here to register!
Details: Campers will learn basketball skills and fundamentals with a focus on confidence and mentoring. Each day will include skills and games.
Camp dates: 1-4 p.m. June 5-9
Tuition: $60 per day, $165 for three days, $235 for a week
Ages: 10-14
Contact: 941-444-9542; Click here to register!
Details: Campers will have fun while promoting teamwork, sportsmanship and community. Campers will learn basketball skills and fundamentals with a focus on confidence and mentoring. Each day will include games and skills.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon June 5-Aug. 4
Tuition: $60 per day, $165 for three days, $235 for a week, $450 for two weeks
Ages: 6-14
Contact: 941-444-9542; Click here to register!
Bay Preserve, 343 Palmetto Ave., Osprey
Details: This two-week camp is for new rowers from third grade through high school and returning elementary and middle school rowers. Rowers are grouped by age and skill level.
Camp dates: 8 a.m. to noon June 12-23, June 26-July 14 (no camp July 3-7) or July 17-28
Tuition: $250
Ages: Grades 3-12
Contact: 941-966-9791 or [email protected]; Click here to register!
Details: This clinic is for returning middle school rowers who want to row in the high school program in the fall.
Camp dates: 8 a.m. to noon June 12-23, June 26-July 14 (no camp July 3-7) or July 17-28
Tuition: $400
Ages: Grades 8-12
Contact: 941-966-9791 or [email protected]; Click here to register!
Details: This clinic is for returning high school rowers with at least one year of high school experience. Sarasota Crew limits participation for this clinic and requires an application.
Camp dates: Call for information
Tuition: $800
Ages: Grades 10-12
Contact: 941-966-9791 or [email protected]; Click here to register!
800 Blackburn Point Road, Osprey
Details: This learn-to-row camp is designed to introduce 6-12 grade students to rowing.
Camp dates: 7-11 a.m. June 19-23, July 10-14 and July 24-28
Registration: Ongoing after May 1
Tuition: $150
Ages: Grades 6-12
Contact: 941-966-2244 or [email protected]; Click here to register!
Details: This program will expand on the skills learned in the organization’s beginner camps.
Camp dates: 7-11 a.m. July 10-14 or July 24-28.
Registration: Ongoing after May 1
Tuition: $150
Ages: Grades 6-12
Contact: 941-966-2244 or [email protected]; Click here to register!
Details: This program will expand on the skills learned in the organization’s beginner and intermediate camps.
Camp dates: 7-11 a.m. July 31-Aug. 4
Registration: Ongoing after May 1
Tuition: $150
Ages: Grades 6-12
Contact: 941-966-2244 or [email protected]; Click here to register!
10520 Portal Crossing, Suite 107-108, Bradenton
Details: Camp includes crafts, dancing, movies and gymnastics. Each week will have a different theme including Hawaiian, princesses and pirates, ninja, wild wild west, circus and super heroes.
Camp dates: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 31-Aug. 4 (Extended care available from 3-5 p.m.; No camp July 3-9)
Tuition: $225 per week, $15 per day for extended care
Ages: 5 and up
Contact: 941-242-2252; Click here to register!
Bradenton Country Club, 4646 Ninth Ave. W., Bradenton
Details: This is a junior tennis camp with an emphasis on tennis strokes and games.
Camp dates: Weekly sessions 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. starts in May
Tuition: $250 for members per week; $300 for nonmembers per week
Ages: 6-15
Contact: 920-6805 or Cande Brugger, [email protected]
Braden River High, 6545 53rd Ave. E., Bradenton
Details: Braden River High School’s head coach Matthew Nesser, assistant coaches and players will provide campers with the fundamental skills to help aid in their individual development. Participants will improve through individual instruction, skill stations, competitions and team games.
Camp dates: 8:30 a.m. to noon June 5-8, 12-15 and 19-22
Tuition: Call for information
Ages: Entering grades 2-8
Contact: 751-8230
Details: Campers will learn the fundamentals of volleyball.
Camp dates: 8 a.m. May 30-June 2, July 24-27
Tuition: Call for information
Ages: Entering grades 2-8
Contact: 751-8230
Sarasota Sports Club, 3600 Torrey Pines Blvd., Sarasota; Riverview High School, 1 Ram Way, Sarasota; and Sarasota Boys & Girls Club, 3100 Fruitville Road, Sarasota.
Details: Program is designed for tournament-level players with a long-term commitment to the sport, at either the 90-degree level (ages 7-16) or 180-degree level (ages 10-21).
Camp dates: June 3-Aug. 18
Tuition: Call for information
Ages: 7-21
Contact: Director Cary Cohenour at 737-2635 or [email protected]
5500 34th St. W., Bradenton
Details: IMG Academies offers a variety of camps in soccer, baseball, basketball, tennis, lacrosse, performance and more.
Camp dates: Various sessions run June 4-Aug. 19
Tuition: Call for information
Ages: 8-18
Contact: 833-979-0389 or IMGAcademy.com
Lakewood Ranch High School, 5500 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Lakewood Ranch
Details: Learn the basics of various sports from Lakewood Ranch coaches.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 17-20
Tuition: $175
Ages: Entering grades 2-9
Contact: 727-6100 or [email protected]
Details: Learn the basics of basketball from Lakewood Ranch coaches.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 12-15 or June 19-22
Tuition: $175
Ages: Entering grades 2-9
Contact: 727-6100 or [email protected]
Details: Learn the basics of football from Lakewood Ranch coaches.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 5-8
Tuition: $175
Ages: Entering grades 2-9
Contact: 727-6100 or [email protected]
Details: Learn the basics of volleyball from Lakewood Ranch coaches.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 30-June 2 or July 24-27
Tuition: $175
Ages: Entering grades 2-9
Contact: 727-6100 or [email protected]
Details: Learn the basics of wrestling from Lakewood Ranch coaches.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 26-28
Tuition: $175
Ages: Entering grades 2-9
Contact: 727-6100 or [email protected]
7650 Legacy Blvd., Lakewood Ranch
Details: Includes tennis, swimming, other group sports and arts and crafts activities.
Camp dates: Call for information
Tuition: Call for information
Ages: Call for information
Contact: [email protected]
Details: PGA Golf instruction for kids including etiquette and rules of play.
Camp dates: Call for information
Tuition: Call for information
Ages: Call for information
Contact: 907-4710 or [email protected]
Details: For kids who want to take their golf to the next level, this program includes instruction from senior instructors.
Camp dates: Call for information
Tuition: Call for information
Ages: Call for information
Contact: 907-4710 or [email protected]
Barbara A. Harvey Elementary School, 8610 115th Ave. E., Parrish
Details: Participants will learn cheers, dances, stunts and more.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon June 12-15, June 19-22, June 26-29, July 10-13, July 24-27
Tuition: $150
Ages: Grades K-6
Contact: Ashley Matthews: 567-8943 or [email protected]
Englewood Sports Complex, 1300 South River Road, Englewood
Details: Participants will learn cheers, dances, stunts and more.
Camp dates: 10 a.m. to noon June 5-9, June 26-30
Tuition: $150
Ages: Grades K-6
Contact: Stacey Horton: 914-1825 or [email protected]
Venice Community Center, 326 Nokomis Ave. S., Venice
Details: Participants will learn cheers, dances, stunts and more.
Camp dates: 10 a.m. to noon May 30-June 2, July 10-14
Tuition: $150
Ages: Grades K-6
Contact: Stacey Horton: 914-1825 or [email protected]
Bradenton Branch, 3805 59th St. W., Bradenton; Lakewood Ranch Branch, 5100 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Lakewood Ranch
Available at both locations
Details: Campers spend at least two session blocks participating in a daily lesson, aquatic games and free swim.
Camp dates: May 30-July 28 for Lakewood Ranch; June 5- Aug. 4 for Bradenton (no camp July 3-7)
Tuition: $188 for members, $225 for nonmembers (Lakewood Ranch) $181 for members, $226 for nonmembers (Bradenton)
Ages: 5-14 (Lakewood Ranch); 5-12 (Bradenton)
Contact: 798-9622; Rhiannon Blaney at [email protected] (Lakewood Ranch)
Available at both locations
Details: Campers learn about teamwork, sportsmanship and basic fundamentals of sports while spending part of the day focused on stretching, warm-ups, skills and drills, educational games and scrimmages. The rest of the day will be spent doing arts and crafts, exploring nature and science and more.
Camp dates: May 30-Aug. 4
Tuition: $165 for members, $225 for nonmembers (Lakewood Ranch), $160 for members, $199 for nonmembers (Bradenton)
Ages: 5-14 (Lakewood Ranch); 5-12 (Bradenton)
Contact: 798-9622; Rhiannon Blaney at [email protected] (Lakewood Ranch)
Bradenton Christian School, 3304 43rd St. W., Bradenton
Details: Sarasota Head Coach BJ Ivey and Bradenton Christian School Head Coach Scott Townsend will teach basketball fundamentals, position training, drills and scrimmages. The boys camp will hone overall skills while the girls camp will focus on shooting.
Camp dates: Call for information
Tuition: Call for information
Ages: Call for information
Contact: 800-645-3226
Cardinal Mooney High, 4171 Fruitville Road, Sarasota
Details: Sarasota Head Coach BJ Ivey and former pro basketball player Mark Wade will teach campers through daily emphasis on fundamentals, position training, drills and scrimmages.
Camp dates: Call for information
Tuition: Call for information
Ages: Call for information
Contact: 800-645-3226
Riverview High School, 1 Ram Way, Sarasota
Details: Former pro basketball player Mark Wade will teach campers through daily emphasis on fundamentals, position training, drills and scrimmages.
Camp dates: Call for information
Tuition: Call for information
Ages: Call for information
Contact: 800-645-3226
Sarasota High School, 2155 Bahia Vista St., Sarasota
Details: Sarasota boys Head Coach BJ Ivey will teach campers the physical and mental skills necessary to becoming a complete player.
Camp dates: Call for information
Tuition: Call for information
Ages: Call for information
Contact: 800-645-3226 or USSportsCamps.com
The Out-of-Door Academy, Uihlein Campus, 5950 Deer Drive, Sarasota
Details: Designed to provide children with a well-rounded experience in sports, this camp focuses on developing athletic skills, teamwork, leadership and integrity in sports. Sports and games include basketball, volleyball, soccer, wiffleball, bombardment, team handball, kickball and capture the flag. Activities are subject to change.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 12-16, June 19-23, June 26-30, July 10-14, and July 17-21 (Extended care available from 8-9 a.m. and 3-5 p.m.)
Tuition: $290 per week (lunch included, extended care is $50 per week)
Ages: Entering grades 1-6
Contact: 444-6965, [email protected] or ODA.edu
Details: This camp is for novice players to advanced beginners. The camp will be focused on learning the proper technique of the forehand and backhand, groundstroke and volley, and serve. It will also include fun games and drills that develop footwork, balance, agility and sportsmanship. Players will be grouped by age and ability.
Camp dates: 8:45-10:15 a.m. June 12-15 or June 19-22
Tuition: $130
Ages: Entering grades 3-7
Contact: 444-6965, [email protected], or ODA.edu
Details: This camp is strictly for intermediate to advanced players. Participants must be able to serve and rally. This class is focused more on competitive play, developing spin, shot placement and strategy and is designed for campers that currently play or aspire to play on their high school team.
Camp dates: 10:30 a.m. to noon June 12-15 or June 19-22
Tuition: $130
Ages: Entering grades 7-10
Contact: 444-6965, [email protected], or ODA.edu
3412 U.S. 301, Ellenton
Details: Throughout various themed weeks, campers will enjoy games, crafts, stunting, tumbling and more.
Camp dates: Weeklong sessions 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 29-Aug. 4
Registration: $50
Tuition: $100
Ages: 5-12
Contact: 954-789-4840 or ParrishElite.com/Camps
Riverview High School, 1 Ram Way, Sarasota
Details: Participants will learn basic football fundamentals, including ball handling, blocking, route running, kicking and punting.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon May 31-June 2
Tuition: Call for information
Ages: 5-13
Contact: [email protected] or RiverviewRamsFootball.com
Englewood Sports Complex, 1300 S. River Road, Englewood; Indian Mound Park, 210 Winson Ave., Englewood; Knight Trail Park, 3445 Rustic Road, Nokomis; Lido Beach, 400 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Lido Key; Longwood Park, 6050 Longwood Run Blvd. Sarasota; Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota; Nokomis Beach,100 Casey Key Road, Nokomis; North Jetty Park, 1000 S. Casey Key Road, Nokomis; Payne Park Skate Park, 2050 Adams Lane, Sarasota; Siesta Beach, 948 Beach Road, Siesta Key; Turtle Beach, 8918 Midnight Pass Road, Sarasota; Twin Lakes Park, 6700 Clark Road, Sarasota; Venice Community Center, 326 Nokomis Ave. S., Venice
Longwood Park
Details: Experienced coaches and players will teach skills in this co-ed camp for youth players of all skill levels.
Camp dates: 8 a.m. to noon (ages 6-8) and 1-4 p.m. (ages 9-12) May 31-June 2 and July 31-Aug. 3
Tuition: $125
Contact: 861-7275
Twin Lakes Park
Details: New anglers will learn freshwater fishing and boating skills.
Camp dates: 8 a.m. to noon June 12-16
Tuition: $100
Ages: 9-12
Contact: 861-7275
Twin Lakes Park
Details: This camp helps advanced anglers and boaters refine their skills and increase their knowledge of advanced concepts.
Camp dates: 8 a.m. to noon June 5-9
Tuition: $100
Ages: 9-12
Contact: 861-7275
Knight Trail Park
Details: Campers will be introduced to the unique and growing sports of trap, skeet, sporting clays, archery and bow hunting. All equipment is provided.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon July 24-28
Tuition: $140
Ages: 12-16
Contact: 861-7275 or [email protected]
Knight Trail Park
Details: This introduction to archery covers the mechanics of traditional and compound bows, 3D shooting, Olympic archery and competition shooting. All equipment is provided.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon June 19-23 and July 10-14
Tuition: $100
Ages: 8-16
Contact: 861-7275 or [email protected]
Siesta Beach, Nokomis Beach
Details: Campers will spend a week with professional lifeguards learning the fundamentals in water safety, rescue techniques, rescue paddling and competitive lifeguard events.
Camp dates: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. June 19-23 (Siesta Beach) and June 26-30 (Nokomis Beach)
Tuition: $200
Ages: 9-17
Contact: 861-7275
Payne Park Skate Park
Details: Come shred Sarasota’s Payne Park this summer with the Compound Skate Team. This camp is great for everyone from beginners to the most advanced skaters.
Camp dates: 8 a.m. to noon June 19-23
Tuition: $250
Ages: 7-14
Contact: 861-7275
Lido Beach, North Jetty Park, Turtle Beach
Details: Suitable for all skill levels, this camp consists of skim, surf and stand-up paddle board instruction and practice, mixed with beach activities. Campers can use their own equipment or it will be provided.
Camp dates: 8 a.m. to noon June 5-9 and July 10-14 (Lido Beach); June 12-16 and July 17-21 (North Jetty Park); and June 26-30 and July 24-28 (Turtle Beach)
Tuition: $250
Ages: 7-15
Contact: 861-7275
Englewood Sports Complex, Venice Community Center
Details: Learn cheers, chants, dances and more.
Camp dates: 10 a.m. to noon May 30-June 2 and July 10-14 (Venice Community Center), June 5-9 and 26-30 (Englewood Sports Complex)
Tuition: $150, $120 for May 30-June 2
Ages: 5-11
Contact: 861-7275
Indian Mound Park
Details: Supervised instruction in the fundamentals of sailing, boat handling, safety, seamanship and environmental awareness.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 12-16, June 26-30 and July 10-14.
Tuition: $150
Ages: 10-17
Contact: 681-8190
Arlington Park, 2650 Waldemere St., Sarasota, and private pool locations
Details: This camp’s beginner Level 4 and Advanced Level 5 practices and drills are designed for children who want to refine their freestyle and backstroke. Children must be able to swim 50 feet to 25 yards modified arm-over-arm, both on front and back, with proper breath exchange. An assessment will be made on the first day of practice to determine if a swimmer is qualified.
Camp Dates: Monday, Wednesday and/or Saturday
Registration: Annual program is $20 single student fee, $30 family
Tuition: $125 to $175 per month
Ages: 4 and up
Contact: 928-9948 or [email protected]
Sarasota Sailing Squadron, 1717 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota
Details: Campers learn to sail on Sarasota Bay. Sarasota Youth Sailing offers Tadpoles Camp on the Maine Cat Catamaran (ages 5-6), Optimist levels 1 and 2 (Ages 7-12), O'Pen Bic (Ages 8-14), Adventure Sailing Camp on the Hobie Waves (Ages 9-14), and Club 420 Sailing levels 1 and 2 (Ages 13-18).
Camp dates: Morning sessions 9 a.m. to noon, afternoon sessions 1-4 p.m., and full-day sessions 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 5-Aug. 4 (no camp July 3-7)
Tuition: $200-$400
Ages: 5-18
Contact: 504-4236
Lido Beach, Turtle Beach and Lido Mangrove Tunnels
Details: This camp incorporates stand-up paddleboarding, surfing, ocean swimming, ocean safety and marine biology into every day, weather permitting. Classes are led by certified lifeguards and have a low teacher-to-student ratio.
Camp dates: Weekly sessions 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. May 30 to June 30 (Turtle Beach), July 3-14 (Lido Beach) and July 17-28 (Lido Mangrove Tunnels). Extended day to 3:30 p.m. available for Turtle Beach camps.
Tuition: $225 (Extended days $315)
Ages: 7-14
Contact: SurfItUSA.com
2345 Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota
Details: This camp features taekwondo lessons, board breaking, free weekly field trips, free pizza on Fridays, free daily juice and snacks and more.
Camp dates: Call for information
Tuition: $180 per week (Extended hours available for an additional fee)
Ages: Call for information
Contact: 927-5425 or [email protected]
Grace Community Church, 8000 Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota
Details: The multisports camps are designed to expose children to the fun and fundamentals of various team sports. The camp will focus on flag football, soccer, baseball and volleyball. Each of these sports will have instruction led by coaches with college or higher levels of experience. Kickball and team building and leadership games are included.
Camp dates: Weekly sessions 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 5-July 14
Tuition: $180 per week if registered by April 1; $200 if registered by May 1; $250 if registered after May 1
Ages: Grades K-7
Contact: Larry Jackson: 312-2400 or [email protected]
