Sports Camps are available to campers who have completed Grades 3-8 as of the end of the 2023/2024 school year. Sports Camps are under the direction of Maddy DeRita, Meriden-New Britain-Berlin YMCA Youth Development Director and her staff. Maddy can be reached at (203) 235.6386 or mderita@meridenymca.org.
Session 1: June 17 - June 28, 2024
Week 1: Basketball
Dribble, shoot, score! At our summer sports camp's basketball week, kids dive into the fundamentals of the game, mastering their skills through fun-filled activities and games. From perfecting the layup to strategizing on the court, it's a week packed with hoops, high-fives, and plenty of slam dunk moments!
Week 2: Soccer
Gear up for an action-packed week at our summer sports camp's soccer extravaganza! From mastering the art of dribbling to perfecting penalty kicks, kids will delve into the fundamental skills of the game. With friendly matches, skill-building drills, and a whole lot of soccer spirit, it's a week of teamwork, goals, and endless fun on the field!
Session 1 fee:
Full Member $382
Program Member $442
$100 deposit per session
Session 2: July 1 - July 12, 2024 (No camp July 4)
Week 1: Flag Football
Get ready to huddle up and hit the gridiron at our summer sports camp's flag football week! Kids will tackle the basics, from passing precision to defensive strategies, all while diving into exhilarating games and friendly scrimmages. It's a week buzzing with touchdowns, teamwork, and plenty of flag-grabbing action on the field!
Week 2: Baseball/Softball
Join us at our summer sports camp's baseball/softball week for an immersive dive into the fundamentals of America's favorite pastime! From perfecting the swing to fielding grounders, kids will hone their skills while enjoying exciting games and thrilling practices. Campers will meet and learn skills from college coaches. It's a week filled with home runs, teamwork, and the crack of the bat echoing through the air!
Session 2 fee:
Full Member $382
Program Member $442
$100 deposit per session
Session 3: July 15 – July 26, 2024
Week 1: Yard Games
Step into a world of classic fun and outdoor excitement during our summer sports camp's backyard games week! From wiffle ball to cornhole tosses, kids will embrace the joy of traditional games while mastering essential skills and strategies. It's a week packed with laughter, friendly competition, and a whole lot of nostalgic backyard fun for everyone!
Week 2: Basketball
Dribble, shoot, score! At our summer sports camp's basketball week, kids dive into the fundamentals of the game, mastering their skills through fun-filled activities and games. From perfecting the layup to strategizing on the court, it's a week packed with hoops, high-fives, and plenty of slam dunk moments!
Session 3 fee:
Full Member $382
Program Member $442
$100 deposit per session
Session 4: July 29 - August 9, 2024
Week 1: Soccer
Gear up for an action-packed week at our summer sports camp's soccer extravaganza! From mastering the art of dribbling to perfecting penalty kicks, kids will delve into the fundamental skills of the game. With friendly matches, skill-building drills, and a whole lot of soccer spirit, it's a week of teamwork, goals, and endless fun on the field!
Week 2: Flag Football
Get ready to huddle up and hit the gridiron at our summer sports camp's flag football week! Kids will tackle the basics, from passing precision to defensive strategies, all while diving into exhilarating games and friendly scrimmages. It's a week buzzing with touchdowns, teamwork, and plenty of flag-grabbing action on the field!
Session 4 fee:
Full Member $382
Program Member $442
$100 deposit per session
Session 5: August 12 - August 23, 2024
Week 1: Baseball/Softball
Join us at our summer sports camp's baseball/softball week for an immersive dive into the fundamentals of America's favorite pastime! From perfecting the swing to fielding grounders, kids will hone their skills while enjoying exciting games and thrilling practices. Campers will meet and learn skills from college coaches. It's a week filled with home runs, teamwork, and the crack of the bat echoing through the air!
Week 2: Yard Games
Step into a world of classic fun and outdoor excitement during our summer sports camp's backyard games week! From wiffle ball to cornhole tosses, kids will embrace the joy of traditional games while mastering essential skills and strategies. It's a week packed with laughter, friendly competition, and a whole lot of nostalgic backyard fun for everyone!
Session 5 fee:
Full Member $382
Program Member $442
$100 deposit per session
- There is a one-time $30 camp improvement fee per camper per summer.
- Camperships do not apply to this program