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Summer Camps

Our summer child care programs will fill your child's day with fun activities, games, crafts, special events and more! Make a splash at our recreation center programs or hop, skip and jump over to our convenient school-based programs. We also have plenty of specialty camps that cater to your budding athlete, nature-lover or curious engineer!

Registration Dates (excludes Therapeutic Recreation Camps & RISE)

Priority Registration (online only): 9am, Saturday, March 18 – Monday, March 20
(for participants currently enrolled in a 2022/23 school year program and/or attended our Summer 2022 Child Care Camps and Programs.)
Standard Registration: 9am, Saturday, March 25 – Sunday, June 4*
(for participants who do not meet Priority Registration Eligibility.)

*registration for sports & specialty camps will continue until the camp is full or 5 days prior to the start date (whichever comes first).

‭(Hidden)‬ School Age

School-Age Programs

Our school-age camps are for ages 5-11 (completed K-5th for the 2022/23 school year) and located in select recreation centers and Virginia Beach City Public Elementary Schools. Your child will meet new friends, challenge themselves with fun and energetic recreational activities and sports. Morning and afternoon snacks and lunch are needed daily. Refrigeration and microwaves are not available at school sites. Sneakers are required to participate. These programs are exempt from licensure under state code § 63.2-1715.

Rec Centers | ages 5 – 11
Note: Registration Groups are based on the grade your child completed for the 2022/23 school year. Group 1: Kindergarten, Group 2: 1st & 2nd Grade, Group 3: 3rd, 4th or 5th Grade.

Dates: TBD
Hours: 6:30am – 6pm
Weekly Cost: $183 (includes a $35 non-refundable, non-transferrable registration fee & deposit)
Recreation Center Locations: TBD

*A rec center membership or day pass is required.

KidzQuest | ages 5-11
Note: Registration Groups are based on the grade your child completed for the 2022/23 school year. Group 1: Kindergarten, Group 2: 1st & 2nd Grade, Group 3: 3rd, 4th or 5th Grade.

A parks and recreation fee waiver is applicable

8-week locations: TBD
10-week locations: TBD
Hours: 6:30am - 6pm
Weekly Cost: $113 (includes a $15 non-refundable, non-transferrable registration fee & deposit)

* Subject to change based on VBCPS schedule.

How to Register

TBD

Important Notes About ePACT
Our required forms and documents are managed through ePACT. If this is your first time registering your child in an Out-of-School Time Program, you will receive an email from ePACT to complete our required registration forms and upload any required documents to the email address on your Parks & Recreation Account within 24 hours after your initial enrollment. If you previously completed ePACT for your child, a reconfirmation email from ePACT will be sent to the email address on your Parks & Recreation Account if any waivers and consents are required or the information previously submitted is outdated.

Once you receive the email from ePACT you will need to:

Complete all general, medical and Allergy/Dietary information regarding your child
Complete all Family Information regarding parent/legal guardians related to your child
Complete at least 2 Emergency Contacts other than a parent/legal guardian indicated
Complete all waivers and consents
Upload any required documents

Legal Documents are required for anyone indicated as a Legal Guardian, Caregiver or NOT-Authorized to pick-up
Original Birth Certificate & Commonwealth of Virginia School Entrance Health forms if one of the following applies to your child:

Does NOT attend a Virginia Beach City Public School
You answer NO to the Release of Virginia Beach City Public Schools Student Information Waiver/Consent

Our Medication Forms if your child requires medication to be administered

These forms are only valid for one year from the date the doctor authorized

Share your child's ePACT record with our organization

‭(Hidden)‬ Middle School & Teens

‭(Hidden)‬ RISE

R.I.S.E Summer Enrichment Program

Our summer R.I.S.E. program will provide fun, hands-on experimental, project-based learning through four avenues: (R)ecreation, (I)magination, (S)ocialization, (E)ducation. Breakfast and Lunch will be provided daily. Participants will need to bring a morning and afternoon snack. Please note: RISE is a nine-week summer education enrichment program and your child will participate in all academic enrichment and recreational activities each day. We require notification in writing prior to the program beginning of any dates that may conflict with the attendance requirement. Failure to do so may result in removal from the program and/or elements of this program.

Dates: TBD
Hours: 6:30am – 6pm
Locations: TBD
Total Cost: $215

$55 non-refundable/non-transferrable registration fee and deposit due at registration
$160 remaining balance is due by June 13th

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Kindergarten – 5th Grader in a Virginia Beach City Public Elementary School
Current Parks & Recreation Reduced Fee Waiver on your Parks and Recreation Account or
Receives Free and Reduced Lunch for the 2022/23 School Year (Free and Reduced Lunch Letter must be emailed to OSTRegistration@vbgov.com)

You can apply and/or obtain a copy of your child's Free and Reduced Lunch Letter by logging into your child’s school café account https://www.schoolcafe.com/virginiabeachcps, e-mailing the Office of Food Services at vbfoods@vbschools.com or calling the Office of Food Services at 757-263-1101.

How to Register

TBD

Important Notes About ePACT

Our required forms and documents are managed through ePACT. If this is your first time registering your child in an Out-of-School Time Program, you will receive an email from ePACT to complete our required registration forms and upload any required documents to the email address on your Parks & Recreation Account once we confirm your child meets the eligibility requirements. If you previously completed ePACT for your child, a reconfirmation email from ePACT will be sent to the email address on your Parks & Recreation Account if any waivers and consents are required or the information previously submitted is outdated once we confirm your child meets the eligibility requirements.

Once you receive the email from ePACT you will need to:

Complete all general, medical and Allergy/Dietary information regarding your child
Complete all Family Information regarding parent/legal guardians related to your child
Complete at least 2 Emergency Contacts other than a parent/legal guardian indicated
Complete all waivers and consents
Upload any required documents

Legal Documents are required for anyone indicated as a Legal Guardian, Caregiver or NOT-Authorized to pick-up
Original Birth Certificate & Commonwealth of Virginia School Entrance Health forms if you answer NO to the Release of Virginia Beach City Public Schools Student Information Waiver/Consent
Our Medication Forms if your child requires medication to be administered

These forms are only valid for one year from the date the doctor authorized

Share your child's ePACT record with our organization

‭(Hidden)‬ Therapeutic Rec Camps

Therapeutic Recreation Camps

TR DISCOVERY CAMP

This 7-week day camp for individuals with disabilities allows campers to socialize, learn, and have fun while creating camp memories. Our vision is to create an environment which fosters new friendships, sparks the camper’s imagination, develops a greater sense of independence, all while having fun learning new skills and activities. Individualized goals will be established and measured by participation in classes such as sports & fitness, STEM, arts & crafts, music & dance, hobbies & games, and more! Class instruction is offered in small and large group formats and activities will be adapted to meet camper's needs. We are committed to ensuring all have an enjoyable and successful camp experience. Campers will be encouraged to participate in activities in a positive and safe environment while following the rules of camp. Camper groups will be determined after registration and be based on both age and ability level. Campers will need to bring their own lunch (meal and drink) and necessary personal items. In addition to class leaders and camper assistants, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists (CTRS’) will be onsite to work with campers.

NOTE: This program is designed to promote community recreation and is not intended to provide behavior therapy interventions, tools or techniques.

Staff to Participant Ratio: 1:2 to 1:4 based on individual need.
Skills Needed: Be able to maintain social distancing with or without verbal reminders; wear mask or face shield when inside the building OR have a completed mask exemption form; able to follow familiar one to two-step directions; manage own behavior with minimal staff intervention and able to make simple choices. Participants must have a desire to participate in sessions.
Participants who require 1:1 assistance are welcome with their own assistant. (a background check is required and will be paid for by the City)
Attention Parents/Guardians: We are committed to ensuring all campers have an enjoyable, successful, and safe camp experience. Class instructors will move from room to room to provide camp classes, making adaptations as needed. Equipment and supplies will be sanitized throughout the day. Staff and campers will be required to wear a face mask at all times – if guidelines change this will be communicated. We plan on resuming field trips during program so long as it remains safe to do so.
Ages: 5-22 (must have attended 2021/2022 school year)
Cost: $1,200 - $200 due at registration, remaining balance paid in payment plan
Camp Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Dates: June 27 – August 11 (Please note there is no extended care option & there will be no program on July 4)
Location: TBD

Recreation Membership is not required for this summer camp.

TR NEW/JUNIOR VENTURES

NOTE: This program is designed to promote community recreation and is not intended to provide behavior therapy interventions, tools or techniques

**An interview with a Therapeutic Recreation Supervisor must be completed before program placement for participants who are participating in this program for the first time.**

Staff to Participant Ratio: 1:4 to 1:5
Skills Needed: with or without minimal staff assistance is able to: maintain social distancing with or without verbal reminders; wear mask or face shield when inside the building OR have a completed mask exemption form; complete two-step directions; make choices; manage personal belongings and have the desire to achieve an independent leisure lifestyle.
Attention Parents/Guardians: We are committed to ensuring all campers have an enjoyable, successful, and safe camp experience. Participants will have a home room as well as will have access to the gym and breaks outside. Equipment and supplies will be sanitized throughout the day. Staff and campers will be required to wear a face mask at all times – if guidelines change this will be communicated.
Ages: 13-22 (must have attended 2021/2022 school year)
Cost: $1,000 - $200 due at registration, remaining balance paid in payment plan
Camp Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm
Dates: June 27 – August 11 (Please note there is no extended care option & there will be no program on July)
Location: TBD

Recreation Membership Required.

TR Surf-n-Fun

Would you like to ride a wave? Join Therapeutic Recreation Programs for an afternoon of surf and fun in the sun. Instruction will take place at the Pendleton surfing area. Each surfer will receive a 30-minute surf lesson. Time slots will be assigned after registration. Surfers will be mailed parking passes and additional information prior to the event date. Surfboards and lifejackets are provided; Waves are not guaranteed. Membership cards are not required, so bring the whole family!

*Note: This program is only offered to individuals with a disability.

Staff to Participant Ratio: 2:1 each surfer will have at least 2 staff with them in the water
Skills Needed: Participants must have a desire to participate and be willing to get in the ocean water.
Age: 5 & up
Cost: $25
Dates: July 9 or July 23
Location: Pendelton Beach

Recreation Membership is not required for this summer camp.

‭(Hidden)‬ Sports and Specialty

Summer Sports and Specialty Camps

½ Day Camps

Basketball | ages 6 – 11

Dates & Recreation Center Locations:

July 11 - July 15 – Princess Anne
July 18 - July 22 – Williams Farm
August 1 - August 5 – Kempsville

Hours: 9am – 12pm
Weekly Cost: $125 (includes a $35 non-refundable, non-transferrable registration fee & deposit)

Enhance your basketball skills while practicing shooting, ball handling, defense, footwork, rebounding, and other related drills in a fun play-to-learn environment. Sneakers are required to participate. Bring a water bottle and snack each day. Refrigeration is not available.

*A rec center membership or day pass is required.

Basketball | ages 9 – 12

Dates & Recreation Center Locations:

August 15 - August 19 – Great Neck

Hours: 9am – 12pm
Weekly Cost: $125 (includes a $35 non-refundable, non-transferrable registration fee & deposit)

Take your skills to the next level by practicing live game situation drills, teamwork concepts, scrimmage games, and other related drills in a fun play-to-learn environment. This camp will continue to practice and build on the core fundamentals like shooting, defense, and ball handling. Sneakers are required to participate. Bring a water bottle and snack each day. Refrigeration is not available.

*A rec center membership or day pass is required.

Master Lego Builder | ages 8 – 11

Dates & Recreation Center Location:

July 18 - July 22 – Great Neck

Hours: 9am – 12pm
Weekly Cost: $125 (includes a $35 non-refundable, non-transferrable registration fee & deposit)

Aspiring engineers will engage in instructional design while building cool creations like businesses, green spaces, and high-rises to create a city of their dreams. This experience will boost confidence and creativity.
Sneakers are required to participate. Bring a water bottle and snack each day. Refrigeration is not available.

*A rec center membership or day pass is required.

Soccer | ages 8 – 11

Dates & Recreation Center Location:

August 15 - August 19 – Princess Anne

Hours: 9am – 12pm
Weekly Cost: $125 (includes a $35 non-refundable, non-transferrable registration fee & deposit)

Players will improve individual technical skills while incorporating, sportsmanship, and teamwork. Camp is held on the Strawbridge Elementary school grounds next to Princess Anne Recreation Center. In the event of inclement weather, the program will move inside to the gym at Princess Anne Recreation Center. Sneakers are required to participate. Bring a water bottle and snack each day. Refrigeration is not available.

*A rec center membership or day pass is not required.

Sports of all Sorts | ages 6 – 11

Dates & Recreation Center Locations:

July 18 - July 22 – Bow Creek
August 8 - August 12 – Williams Farm

Hours: 9am – 12pm
Weekly Cost: $125 (includes a $35 non-refundable, non-transferrable registration fee & deposit)

Come and join us as we introduce a variety of sports, including basketball, pickleball, volleyball, and more. Your children will be taught basic knowledge of each sport and will be able to play alongside other campers to showcase what they learned that day. Sneakers are required to participate. Bring a water bottle and snack each day. Refrigeration is not available on site.

*A rec center membership or day pass is required.

Tennis | ages 8–10 & 11-13

Dates & Recreation Center Location: Great Neck

July 11 - July 15 Ages 11-13
July 22 - July 25 Ages 8-10

Hours: 9am – 12pm
Weekly Cost: $125 (includes a $35 non-refundable, non-transferrable registration fee & deposit)

Welcome, all new and novice participants! This camp will develop your tennis fundamentals (e.g., groundstrokes, volley, serve) through a fun play-to-learn style of learning. Practice match play and learn sportsmanship and game rules. Different court sizes and modified tennis equipment will help youth to rally in no time. Camps are held on the Cox High School courts next to Great Neck Recreation Center. In the event of inclement weather, the program will move inside to the gym at Great Neck Recreation Center. Sneakers are required to participate. Bring a water bottle and snack each day. Refrigeration is not available.

*A rec center membership or day pass is required.

Creative Arts | ages 6– 11

Dates & Recreation Center Locations:

June 27 - July 1 – Williams Farm

Hours: 9am – 12pm
Weekly Cost: $125 (includes a $35 non-refundable, non-transferrable registration fee & deposit)

Get your creative juices flowing with a week of painting with acrylics and watercolors, dabble with oil pastels, create some fun crafts, and meet new friends! There will be an open gallery event and a small celebration at the end of the week to show off your works of art! Bring a water bottle and snack each day. Refrigeration is not available.

*A rec center membership or day pass is required.

All Day Camps

Martial Arts | ages 6-11

Dates & Recreation Center Location:

July 11 - July 15 – Seatack

Hours: 7am –6pm
Weekly Cost: $210 (includes a $35 non-refundable, non-transferrable registration fee & deposit)

Spend the week learning traditional Japanese Martial Arts with an emphasis on Aikido and Judo style. Participants will spend the morning with an experienced Martial Arts Instructor to develop discipline, confidence, and knowledge while mastering a new skill. We will break up the day with activities in the gym, pool, and activity room. Sneakers are required to participate. Morning and afternoon snacks and a lunch are needed daily. Refrigeration is not available.

*A rec center membership or day pass is required.

Rock-it Rock Wall | ages 6-11

Dates & Recreation Center Location:

August 15 – August 19 – Seatack

Hours: 7am –6pm
Weekly Cost: $210 (includes a $35 non-refundable, non-transferrable registration fee & deposit)

Learn how to climb Seatback's 24ft rock wall through instructional activities, challenges, and games. By the end of the week, any participant will be able to take these skills and confidently take on the challenge of other rock walls. We will break up the day with other activities in the gym, pool, and activity room. Sneakers are required to participate. Morning and afternoon snacks and a lunch are needed daily. Refrigeration is not available.

*A rec center membership or day pass is required.

Last Blast | ages 6-11

Dates: August 29 – September 2
Hours: 7am –6pm
Weekly Cost: $210 (includes a $35 non-refundable, non-transferrable registration fee & deposit)
Recreation Center Locations: Bayside, Bow Creek, Great Neck, Kempsville, Princess Anne\

Summer is not over yet. Get in some last-minute fun before returning to school. Have a blast playing in the gym, swimming pool, game room and outdoors. Sneakers are required to participate. Morning and afternoon snacks and a lunch are needed daily. Refrigeration is not available.

*A rec center membership or day pass is required.

Teen Media Studio Camps

Camp MEdia | Rising 7th - 9th Graders

Location: Williams Farm Recreation Center (Teen Media Studio)
Dates: June 27 – July 1
Ages: 11y – 15y rising 7th-9th grade students
Time: 7:30am to 4:00pm
Fee: $222.00
A parks and recreation fee waiver is applicable.

This program is designed to provide middle schoolers with hands-on opportunities to learn about audio production, photography, videography, and other aspects of video production. It will cover various forms of consumable media to include music, YouTube videos, podcasts, short films, etc. Bring a water bottle, lunch, and 2 snacks each day. Non-perishable and peanut-free is highly recommended. All participants must also have a valid recreation center membership or a day pass to participate (a day pass must be purchased each day).

Music In You | Rising 7th - 9th Graders

Location: Williams Farm Recreation Center (Teen Media Studio)
Dates: July 25 – July 29
Ages: 11y – 15y rising 7th-9th grade students
Hours: 7:30am-4:00pm
Cost: $222.00
A parks and recreation fee waiver is applicable.

This program is designed to bring out the inner singer-songwriter/artist within each participant. Participants will learn that musical genius is not required to be a good songwriter or artist - only an understanding of the process, knowing what makes songs work, and having a passion to create. Participants will create their own songs, in various genres, and will be given the opportunity to record them at the end of the week. Bring a water bottle, lunch, and 2 snacks each day. Non-perishable and peanut-free is highly recommended. All participants must also have a valid recreation center membership or a day pass to participate (a day pass must be purchased each day).

Through Your Eyes | Rising 7th - 9th Graders

Location: Williams Farm Community Recreation Center Teen Media Studio; 5252 Learning Circle, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Dates: July 11 – July 15
Ages: 11y – 5y rising 7th-9th grade students
Hours: 7:30am-4:00pm
Cost: $215
A parks and recreation fee waiver is applicable.
This program is designed to give participants a firsthand introduction into the world of visual media, specifically photography and videography. Participants will learn the basics of photography, videography, and lighting techniques and at the end will have started a mini photo album and completed a short video project. Bring a water bottle, lunch, and 2 snacks each day. Non-perishable and peanut-free is highly recommended. All participants must also have a valid recreation center membership or a day pass to participate (a day pass must be purchased each day).

How to Register

Please review the program eligibility requirements above. Priority Registration is online only beginning at 9am on March 19 and ends March 25 for current 2021/22 school year program or 2021 summer child care program participants. Standard Registration is online beginning at 9am on March 26 and ends June 5th.

When online registration is no longer available, please complete the summer camp interest form link located to the right of this page under Related Information (one form per child is needed). A Registration Management Team member will place your child on the waiting list and if space becomes available, they will contact you.

Important Notes About ePACT

Our required forms and documents are managed through ePACT. If this is your first time registering your child in an Out-of-School Time Program, you will receive an email from ePACT to complete our required registration forms and upload any required documents to the email address on your Parks & Recreation Account within 24 hours after your initial enrollment. If you previously completed ePACT for your child, a reconfirmation email from ePACT will be sent to the email address on your Parks & Recreation Account if any waivers and consents are required or the information previously submitted is outdated.

Once you receive the email from ePACT you will need to:

Complete all general, medical, and Allergy/Dietary information regarding your child
Complete all Family Information regarding parent/legal guardians related to your child
Complete at least 2 Emergency Contacts other than a parent/legal guardian indicated
Complete all waivers and consents
Upload any required documents

Legal Documents are required for anyone indicated as a Legal Guardian, Caregiver or NOT-Authorized to pick-up
Original Birth Certificate & Commonwealth of Virginia School Entrance Health forms if one of the following applies to your child:

Does NOT attend a Virginia Beach City Public School
You answer NO to the Release of Virginia Beach City Public Schools Student Information Waiver/Consent

Our Medication Forms if your child requires medication to be administered

These forms are only valid for one year from the date the doctor authorize

Share your child's ePACT record with our organization

‭(Hidden)‬ Payment, Refund & Cancellation Policy

Child Care Camps

Our summer camps and programs operate exempt from Licensure under state code §22.1-289.030 and run concurrently with the City's operating calendar. A Parks & Recreation Reduced Fee is applicable to our school-based camps and programs. Recreation Center based camps and programs are not eligible. Children must meet the age and/or grade requirements to register and attend our summer camps and programs.

KidzQuest School-Based Camp (Current Kindergarten – 5th Graders) | Hours: 6:30am-6pm

Cost: $113 Full Weekly Fee | $59 Reduced Weekly Fee (includes a $15 non-refundable, non-transferrable weekly registration fee and deposit)
8-Week Elementary School Locations (Jun 20 – Aug 11): Fairfield, Glenwood, Ocean Lakes, Point O’View, Rosemont Forest, Three Oaks
9-Week Elementary School Locations (Jun 20 – Aug 18): Kempsville Meadows, Rosemont, Strawbridge, Thoroughgood, Windsor Oaks

Recreation Center Camp (Current Kindergarten – 5th Graders) | Hours: 6:30am-6pm

Cost: $183 Full Weekly Fee (includes a $35 non-refundable, non-transferrable weekly registration fee and deposit)
10-Week Locations (Jun 20 – Aug 25): Bayside, Bow Creek, Great Neck, Kempsville, Princess Anne

Middle School Camps (Current 6th – 8th Graders) | Hours: 6:30am-6pm

Cost: $123 Full Weekly Fee | $64 Reduced Weekly Fee (includes a $15 non-refundable, non-transferrable weekly registration fee and deposit)
8-Week Middle School Locations (Jun 26 – Aug 18): Great Neck Middle, Kempsville Middle

RISE Summer Enchrichment Program

RISE Summer Enrichment Program

Cost: $215 Total Full Fee (includes a $55 non-refundable, non-transferrable registration fee and deposit)
Locations: TBD

Sports & Specialty Camps

Sports Clinics

Participants do not have to have a valid recreation center membership or day pass to register.

Basketball | ages 8 – 13

Dates & Recreation Center Locations:

July 17 - July 21 – Williams Farm
July 24 - July 28 – Princess Anne
July 31 - August 4 – Kempsville

Hours: 9am – 12pm
Weekly Cost: $125

Basketball | ages 7 – 13

Your child/children will learn and practice the fundamentals of basketball under the guidance and leadership of two staff proficient in the game. Dribbling, passing, and shooting as well as various basketball drills and competitions will be offered throughout the week. The importance of teamwork and sportsmanship will be emphasized and encouraged each day. Sneakers are required to participate. Bring a water bottle and snack each day.

Dates & Recreation Center Locations:

August 21 - August 25 – Bow Creek

Hours: 12pm – 3pm
Weekly Cost: $125

Backyard Sports Skills Development | ages 8 – 12

Come and join us as we introduce a variety of backyard sports including tennis, football, lacrosse, hockey, and ultimate frisbee. Basic knowledge of each sport will be taught through activities and games concluding with an overall showcase of talents. Sneakers are required to participate. Bring a water bottle, sunscreen, and snack each day.

Dates & Recreation Center Location:

August 14 - August 18 – Princess Anne

Hours: 9am – 12pm
Weekly Cost: $125

Baseball | ages 8 – 13

This clinic will challenge beginner to intermediate players with specific skill instruction and drill work. Activities and games will build upon the basics of hand-eye coordination, batting stance, and fielding position while covering the skills of pitching, hitting, catching, fielding, and base running. Clinic will be held outdoors each day. In the event of inclement weather, the clinic will move indoors. Sneakers and baseball glove are required to participate. Bring a water bottle, sunscreen, baseball bat, and snack each day.

Dates & Recreation Center Location:

August 7 - August 11 – Princess Anne

Hours: 9am – 12pm
Weekly Cost: $125

Fit and Fun | ages 12 – 15

Participants will learn that healthy living is important and will have a fun learning about the various topics such as fitness orientations, incorporating dance & cardio, strength & cardio, strength & body conditioning, modified weight training, and health & nutrition basics. Participants must wear closed-toed athletic shoes, workout type clothing and bring a water bottle and snack each day.

Dates & Recreation Center Location:

August 21 - August 25 – Williams Farm

Hours: 9am – 12pm
Weekly Cost: $140

Martial Arts | ages 6 – 12

Learn traditional Japanese Martial Arts. Develop discipline, confidence, and knowledge in mastering the skills. Bring a water bottle, sunscreen, and snack each day.

Dates & Recreation Center Location:

July 10 - July 14 – Seatack

Hours: 9am – 12pm
Weekly Cost: $125

Rock-it Rock Wall | ages 8 – 12

Learn to climb our 24 foot rock wall through instructional activities, challenges, and games. Sneakers are required to participate. Bring a water bottle and snack each day.

Dates & Recreation Center Location:

August 14 - August 18 – Seatack

Hours: 9am – 12pm
Weekly Cost: $125

Soccer | ages 8 – 13

Players will improve individual technical skills while incorporating sportsmanship and teamwork. Clinic will be held outdoors each day. In the event of inclement weather, the clinic will move indoors. Sneakers are required to participate. Bring a water bottle, sunscreen, and snack each day.

Dates & Recreation Center Location:

July 10 – July 14 – Princess Anne

Hours: 9am – 12pm
Weekly Cost: $125

Sports of All Sorts | ages 6 – 12

Your child/children will have an opportunity to experience and learn the fundamentals of a variety of sports, while also working on teamwork and collaboration with other participants. Sports taught and played in this program will include pickleball, volleyball, basketball, soccer, relay races and more. Sneakers are required to participate. Bring a water bottle, sunscreen, and snack each day.

Dates & Recreation Center Location:

June 26 – June 30 – Bow Creek
July 17 – July 21 – Bow Creek

Hours: 9am – 12pm
Weekly Cost: $125

Sports of All Sorts | ages 6 – 12

Come and join us as we introduce a variety of sports, including basketball, pickleball, soccer, and more. Your child will be taught basic knowledge of each sport and will be able to play alongside other participants to showcase what they have learned. Sneakers are required to participate. Bring a water bottle and snack each day.

Dates & Recreation Center Location:

July 10 - July 14 – Bayside

Hours: 9am – 12pm
Weekly Cost: $125

Sports of All Sorts | ages 6 – 12

Come and join us as we introduce a variety of sports, including basketball, pickleball, volleyball, and more. Your child will be taught basic knowledge of each sport and will be able to play alongside other participants to showcase what they have learned. Sneakers are required to participate. Bring a water bottle, sunscreen, and snack each day.

Dates & Recreation Center Location:

August 7 - August 11 – Williams Farm

Hours: 9am – 12pm
Weekly Cost: $125

Tennis | ages 8 – 11

Develop tennis fundamentals (e.g. groundstrokes, volley, serve) through a fun learn-to-play environment. Practice match play, learn sportsmanship and game rules. Please bring your own racquet. Clinic will be held outdoors each day. In the event of inclement weather, the clinic will move indoors. Sneakers are required to participate. Bring a water bottle, sunscreen, and snack each day.

Dates & Recreation Center Location:

July 10 - July 14 – Great Neck

Hours: 9am – 12pm
Weekly Cost: $125

Tennis | ages 11 – 14

Dates & Recreation Center Location:

July 24 - July 28 – Great Neck

Hours: 9am – 12pm
Weekly Cost: $125

Volleyball | ages 8 – 13

Your child/children will have the chance to improve their volleyball skills! This clinic will be led by a former D1 Grad Assistant/High School/Travel Volleyball Coach with multiple years of experience. Practice your serving, passing, hitting, setting, and teamwork skills. Your child/children will get the chance to better understand the entire game with this fun-filled week of drills and games. Sneakers are required to participate. Bring a water bottle and snack each day.

Dates & Recreation Center Location:

July 31 - August 4 – Bow Creek

Hours: 12pm – 3pm
Weekly Cost: $125

Volleyball | ages 8 – 13

This clinic will focus on fundamental training and concentrate on individual skills. Players will be taught the fundamentals of passing, setting, serving (under hand and introduction of overhand), and hitting. We will break down the game of volleyball so your young athlete will have fun but understand the basics of the game. Sneakers are required to participate. Bring a water bottle and snack each day.

Dates & Recreation Center Location:

June 26 – June 30 – Princess Anne

Hours: 9am – 12pm
Weekly Cost: $125

Specialty Camps & Play Days

Participants do not have to have a valid recreation center membership or day pass to register.

All for Fun | ages 6 – 12

Come and join us as we introduce a variety of fun activities including eSports gaming, Nerf, STEM, and more. Your child will be able to experience a wide variety of educational, electronic, and strategical thinking while playing alongside other participants to showcase what they have learned. Sneakers are required to participate. Bring a water bottle and snack each day.

Dates & Recreation Center Location:

July 31 - August 4 – Bayside

Hours: 9am – 12pm
Weekly Cost: $125

Exploring Art | ages 8 – 12

This camp will allow young artists to develop their own unique talents while being exposed to some of the most famous art styles. Artists will create impressionist inspired landscapes, transform self-portraits into Pop art like Andy Warhol, action paint like abstract expressionist Jackson Pollock, and do pointillism like Vincent Van Gogh. Please bring a water bottle and snack each day.

Dates & Recreation Center Location:

June 26 – June 30 – Kempsville

Hours: 9am – 12pm
Weekly Cost: $125

The Brush Stroke Art | ages 9 – 12

Your child will be able to express their creative side through a variety of art projects. Campers will use different, exciting mediums including acrylics, watercolors, markers, colored pencils and more. This camp is design to use your basic colors and turn them into different colors. Learn techniques of mixing colors, light shades, dark shades and making a beautiful masterpiece of art. Bring a water bottle and snack each day.

Dates & Recreation Center Location:

June 26 – June 30 – Bow Creek

Hours: 9am – 12pm
Weekly Cost: $125

Wild About Art | ages 6 – 12

This camp is where art and creativity run wild! Participants will learn to use a variety of art mediums such as acrylics, oil pastels and their own favorite medium. A showcase of all projects will be held on Friday at an Art Gala for their parents! Bring a water bottle and snack each day.

Dates & Recreation Center Location:

June 26 – June 30 – Williams Farm

Hours: 9am – 12pm
Weekly Cost: $135

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TR Discovery Camp

This 7-week day camp for individuals with disabilities allows campers to socialize, learn, and have fun while creating camp memories. Our vision is to create an environment which fosters new friendships, sparks the camper's imagination, develops a greater sense of independence, all while having fun learning new skills and activities. Individualized goals will be established and measured by participation in classes such as sports & fitness, STEM, arts & crafts, music & dance, hobbies & games, and more! Class instruction is offered in small and large group formats and activities will be adapted to meet camper's needs. We are committed to ensuring all have an enjoyable and successful camp experience. Campers will be encouraged to participate in activities in a positive and safe environment while following the rules of camp. Camper groups will be determined after registration and be based on both age and ability level. Campers will need to bring their own lunch (meal and drink) and necessary personal items. In addition to class leaders and camper assistants, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists (CTRS') will be onsite to work with campers. NOTE: This program is designed to promote community recreation and is not intended to provide behavior therapy interventions, tools or techniques.

Staff to Participant Ratio: 1:2 to 1:4 based on individual need.
Skills Needed: Be able to maintain social distancing with or without verbal reminders; wear mask or face shield when inside the building OR have a completed mask exemption form; able to follow familiar one to two-step directions; manage own behavior with minimal staff intervention and able to make simple choices. Participants must have a desire to participate in sessions.
Participants who require 1:1 assistance are welcome with their own assistant. (a background check is required and will be paid for by the City)
Attention Parents/Guardians: We are committed to ensuring all campers have an enjoyable, successful, and safe camp experience. Class instructors will move from room to room to provide camp classes, making adaptations as needed. Equipment and supplies will be sanitized throughout the day. Staff and campers will be required to wear a face mask at all times – if guidelines change this will be communicated. We plan on resuming field trips during program so long as it remains safe to do so.
Ages: 5-22 (must have attended 2021/2022 school year)
Cost: $1,200 - $200 due at registration, remaining balance paid in payment plan
Camp Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Dates: June 27 – August 11 (Please note there is no extended care option & there will be no program on July 4)
Location: TBD

Recreation Membership is not required for this summer camp.

TR New/Junior Ventures

This 7-week program for individuals with disabilities incorporates leisure education, socialization, and skill building through recreation participation. Participants will be given the opportunity to develop lifetime leisure skills, plan community outings and work on individualized goals by participating in various activities on site and in the community. Groups will participate in activities at recreation centers including swimming. Participants will be divided in two groups after registration occurs. Participants will be responsible for any admission fees incurred on trips or special events. In addition to the group leader and assistant leaders, a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) will be onsite to work with participants. NOTE: This program is designed to promote community recreation and is not intended to provide behavior therapy interventions, tools or techniques **An interview with a Therapeutic Recreation Supervisor must be completed before program placement for participants who are participating in this program for the first time.**

Staff to Participant Ratio: 1:4 to 1:5
Skills Needed: with or without minimal staff assistance is able to: maintain social distancing with or without verbal reminders; wear mask or face shield when inside the building OR have a completed mask exemption form; complete two-step directions; make choices; manage personal belongings and have the desire to achieve an independent leisure lifestyle.
Attention Parents/Guardians: We are committed to ensuring all campers have an enjoyable, successful, and safe camp experience. Participants will have a home room as well as will have access to the gym and breaks outside. Equipment and supplies will be sanitized throughout the day. Staff and campers will be required to wear a face mask at all times – if guidelines change this will be communicated.
Ages: 13-22 (must have attended 2021/2022 school year)
Cost: $1,000 - $200 due at registration, remaining balance paid in payment plan
Camp Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm
Dates: June 27 – August 11 (Please note there is no extended care option & there will be no program on July)
Location: TBD

Recreation Membership Required.

TR Surf-n-Fun

Staff to Participant Ratio: 2:1 each surfer will have at least 2 staff with them in the water
Skills Needed: Participants must have a desire to participate and be willing to get in the ocean water.
Age: 5 & up
Cost: $25
Dates: July 9 or July 23
Location: Pendelton Beach

Recreation Membership is not required for this summer camp.

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Fit and Fun | ages 12 – 15

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Sports of All Sorts | ages 6 – 12

Sports of All Sorts | ages 6 – 12

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Tennis | ages 11 – 14

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Volleyball | ages 8 – 13

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Note: Registration Groups are based on the grade your child completed for the 2022/23 school year. Group 1: Kindergarten, Group 2: 1st & 2nd Grade, Group 3: 3rd, 4th or 5th Grade.

KidzQuest | ages 5-11
Note: Registration Groups are based on the grade your child completed for the 2022/23 school year. Group 1: Kindergarten, Group 2: 1st & 2nd Grade, Group 3: 3rd, 4th or 5th Grade.

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