Day, Travel, Specialty and Sport Camps

Discovery Day Camp - Download a registration packet.
Come for the week. Stay for the Summer.
Ages: 6-12 • Pre Camp: 7:30-9am • Camp: 9am-4pm• Post Camp: 4-5:30pm
Fee: $105/$80 City Residents with late fee of $15 • Early Bird and Sibling Discounts
Register by Friday prior to each session  
Min/Max: 30/85
Location: Gainesville Middle School
May 29-June 1 Breaking The Ice
June 4-8 Cowboys & Cowgirls
June 11-15 Everyday Heroes
June 18-22 Into The Wild
June 25-29 How I Became A Pirate
July 2-6 Stars & Stripes - no camp on July 4
July 9-13 Super Soaked
July 16-20 Spirit Week
July 23-27 Remember When…
 
TRAVEL, SPECIALTY AND SPORT CAMPS -  Download a registration packet.

Travel Camps
Our most popular field trips all in one AMAZING camp.
Ages 6 -12
Camp Travel Lotta May 21-25
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fee: $200/City Discount $150
Come travel with us on a fun exciting field trip each day of the week. This week’s field trips include the following: Consolidate Gold Mine in Dahlonega, Fernbank Museum, World of Coke, the Georgia Aquarium, and Zoo Atlanta. Trips are subject to change due to situations beyond our control.
Location: Trips depart from Martha Hope Cabin
Min/Max: 25/75
Register by May 7.
 
Camp Lotta Watta July 30 - August 3
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fee: $200/City Discount $150
Get ready to get wet! This week campers will travel to a fun soaked destination each day of the week. Campers will have fun at their favorite field trips, Helen Water Park and Georgia Aquarium. Campers will also visit the new Geiser Tower attraction at Stone Mountain, experience the indoor water park at Bethesda Aquatic Center, and a day at the Frances Meadows Aquatic Center! Trips are subject to change due to situations beyond our control.
Location: Trips depart from Martha Hope Cabin
Min/Max: 25/75
Register by July 16.
 
Camp Travel Lotta 2
August 6-9
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fee: $200/City Discount $150
Take Two! Travel Camp is back for a second time this summer! Come enjoy the sequel to a fantastic week earlier this summer. This four day camp will give campers one more exciting fun experience before school starts back. This week campers will revisit some of their favorite field trip of the summer, such as Helen Water Park, Fernbank Historic Museum, Stone Mountain, and the World of Coke!
Location: Trips depart from Martha Hope Cabin
Min/Max: 25/75
Register by July 23.
 
Specialty Camps 
Princess Camp
June 18-22 or July 16-20
Ages 4-8
Registration ends June 14 and July 12
Once upon a time… A number of princesses ruled the Gainesville Civic Center. This camp is perfect for all the little princesses in the world. Both sessions will begin with a trip to Build A Bear, because every princess needs a loyal friend. Campers will then visit Alter Ego for Kids for a facial and make up, Anastasia’s Tea room for high tea, and will spend a day at the Civic Center Castle to make jewelry and get pampered. Session 1 will finish the week with princesses visiting Medieval Times to watch all the Knights battle for their honor. To conclude session 2, princesses will learn to dance so they will be prepared to be swept off their feet by Prince Charming at the ball.
6/18-22 M-TH 9am-12pm; F 9am-2pm
7/16-20 M-F  9am-12pm
Fee: $170/$125 City Resident Discount
Where:  Meet at Gainesville Civic Center
Min/Max:  10/20
 
Ballet  - this is an instructional class and does not require a special registration packet.
June 7 – August 2
Ages 3-5
Come fly to a land of rainbows and butterflies as we dance and twirl like princesses! We will have many new exciting adventures planned for our ballerinas in this structured program designed for the early development of technical ballet and movement. It meets the needs and limitations of preschool age children by providing a carefully paced sequence of exercises to develop physical conditioning with poise and grace. Since children naturally respond to music and movement, the activities are presented through music. In the program, children will learn self-discipline, listening skills, coordination skills, left and right discrimination, patterns in movement and pre-ballet.
5:30-6:15pm
Fee: $135/$99 City Residents Fees are prorated after first class.
Where: Frances Meadows Center
Instructor: Creative Movement and Dance
Min/Max: 4/14
 
Chef Camp
June 4 – 8 or July 9-13
Ages 6-12
Registration ends May 31 and July 5
Put on your aprons and chef hats, Chef Camp is here once again. This year as a part of Chef Camp, campers will have the opportunity to learn what it takes to operate a restaurant as we visit Cheddar’s Casual Café. Campers will also visit Papa John’s to learn how to make a pizza, and will perfect their bakery skills at Publix Grocery Store. To complete the week, campers will stop by Panera Bread, and learn how to create wonderful desserts at Bruster’s.
9am-Noon            
Fee:  $120/$90 City Resident Discount
Where:  Meet at Gainesville Civic Center
Min/Max: 6/10
 
Baton Camp
May 21-25 or June 4-8
Ages 5 and older
Learn to be a majorette or develop the poise and grace of one! In this camp you will learn the basics of baton plus dance from a University of Georgia Majorette, Clemson Tiger Twirler and former National Twirling Champion. Not only do you learn twirling and dance, but you also get to enjoy movies and other fun activities. Campers need
to provide their own lunch, snacks, and drinks to have throughout the day. Batons will be provided or available to purchase at camp.
Pre-Camp 8-8:45am; Camp 8:45-2:30pm; Post Camp  2:30-5:00pm
Fee: $100/$75 City Resident Discount
Where:  Gainesville Middle School
Min/Max:  25/50
Instructor:  Dr. Betty Rogers & Staff
 
Veterinary Camp
June 25 - 29 or July 23 - 27
Ages 6-12
Registration ends June 21 and July 19
Come learn what it takes to take care of some of your favorite four legged animals. As a part of Vet Camp, campers will visit and tour Animal Medical Care and learn what being a vet is all about. Campers will also visit the Yellow River Game Ranch, lend a hand at the Hall County Humane Society, check out the unique animals at the Chestatee Wildlife Preserve, and finish the week with a tour of Zoo Atlanta!
M 9am-2pm; Tu/W 9am-12pm; TH 9am-1pm; F 9am-4pm         
Fee: $135/$100 City Resident Discount
Where:  Meet at Gainesville Civic Center
Min/Max: 6/10
 
Critter Camp
June 11-15
Ages 6-10
Registration ends June 7
It’s Critter Time Again! Campers will start out the week with a morning hike at Amicalola Falls. From there, campers will play with some local loveable critters at the Hall County Humane Society, visit critters of the North Georgia mountains at Anna Ruby Falls, and explore the animal kingdom at Elachee Nature Center. Campers will end the week with a tour of Zoo Atlanta.
M-TH 9am-12pm  F 9am-4pm
Fee: $150/$110 City Resident Discount
Where: Meet at Gainesville Civic Center
Min/Max: 6/10

Sports Camps
Baseball Camp May 29- June 1
Grades 1-8
Registration ends May 25
Get a jump on the competition by coming and learning the fundamentals of baseball with Coach Jeremy Kemp from Gainesville High School. Hitting, pitching, fielding, base running, catching and the importance of
stretching will be covered. Campers need to bring glove, bat, water bottle and small snack.
TU-F 9am-Noon
Fee: $100/$75 City Resident Discount
Where: City Park
Min/Max: 10/50
Instructor: Jeremy Kemp, GHS Baseball Coach
 
Softball Camp June 18 - 21
Grades 1-8
Registration ends June 15
Participants will learn the basic fundamentals of Fast Pitch Softball. Pitching, catching, hitting and base running will be highlighted. Campers provide glove, bat and water bottle.
M-TH 9am-Noon
Fee: $100/$75 City Resident Discount
Where: Candler Field
Min/Max: 10/50
Instructor: Michelle Green, GHS Softball Coach
 
Soccer Camps
These camps will introduce participants to the basic fundamentals of the game of soccer such as passing, shooting, trapping and dribbling. Campers need to bring a soccer ball, shin guards and a water bottle.
Ages 4-5June 4-8
Register by June 1
M-F 10am-Noon
Ages 6-8 June 11-15
Register by June 8
M-F 10am-Noon
Fee: $75/$55 City Resident Discount
Where: Allen Creek Soccer Complex
Min/Max: 12/40
Instructor: Mike Little
 
Football Camp June 19-21
Ages 6 -12
Registration ends June 15
GHS Coach Bruce Miller will lead this camp that introduces players to the basic fundamentals of Football.
TU-TH 10am-Noon
Fee: $75/$55 City Resident Discount
Where: City Park Stadium
Min/Max: 10/Unlimited
Instructor: Bruce Miller, GHS Football Coach
 
Cheerleading Camp July 16,17, 18, 20
Ages 6 -12
Registration ends July 13
This camp will blend gymnastics, dance, choreography, and jumps as needed for cheerleading. Fun games will be played to increase strength and flexibility. You will spend some time “UPSIDE - DOWN.”
M TU W F 9am-Noon
Fee: $120/$90 City Resident Discount
Where: Gainesville School of Gymnastics
Min/Max: 10/40
Instructor: Susan Bragg
 
Fishing Camp June 25-29
Ages 8 and up
Registration ends June 22
Learn how to bait a hook, the correct bait to use, safety measures and how to handle & care for a fish. Campers provide their own equipment and bait. Please bring water bottle and small snack.
M-F 9am-Noon
Fee: $75/$55 City Resident Discount
Where: 1st day at Allen Creek Soccer Complex, then daily schedule to be provided.
Min/Max: 6/14
 
Volleyball Camp July 23-27
Ages 9-14
Registration ends July 20
Participants will learn the basic fundamentals of volleyball highlighting how to serve, spike, dig & volley. Campers provide knee pads and water bottle.
M-F 10am-Noon
Fee: $75/$55 City Resident Discount
Where: Gainesville High School Gym
Min/Max: 10/40
Instructor: Sara Johnson, GMS Volleyball Coach
 
Top Spinners Tennis Camps
Ages 6-15
Register by noon on Friday prior to class starting. Designed for beginner level and students with
some experience. Learn basic strokes, game strategy, scorekeeping, and skill development.
Bring racket and a water bottle.
6/4-7 M-TH 10am-Noon
6/11-14 M-TH 10am-Noon
6/18-21 M-TH 10am-Noon
7/9-12 M-TH 10am-Noon
7/16-19 M-TH 10am-Noon
Fee: $100/$75 City Resident Discount
Where: City Park Tennis Courts
Min/Max: 4/20
Instructor: Betsy Kiser
 
JV Summer Challenge Tennis Camps June 6-August 1
Ages 9-14
Come out and join the fun in this summer match play camp. Enjoy fun, tennis, and music. Hone your skills in a fun environment. Play for a month or the summer. Make friends while refining your match play skills.
Water cooler provided. Bring your racket, a water bottle, and your “A” game!
W 6pm-8pm
6/6-27 W 6pm-8pm
7/11-8/1 W 6pm-8pm
Session 1 Fee: $160/$120 City Resident Discount
Session 2 & 3 Fee: $80/$60 City Resident Discount
Where: Longwood Tennis Courts
Min/Max: 4/30
Instructor: Betsy Kiser
 
Varsity Summer Challenge Tennis Camps June 7-August 2
Ages 14- 18
Come out and join the fun this summer match play camp. Enjoy fun, tennis, and music. This is the chance for potential high school varsity tennis players to hone their skills in a fun environment. Play for a month or the
whole summer. Make friends while refining your match play skills. Water cooler provided. Bring your racket, a water bottle, and your “A” game!
TH 6pm-8pm
Session 1 Fee: $160/$120 City Resident Discount
6/7-28 TH 6pm-8pm
7/12-8/2 TH 6pm-8pm
Session 2 & 3 Fee: $80/$60 City Resident Discount
Where: Longwood Tennis Courts
Min/Max: 4/30
 
Swim Camp  July 9-13
with US & World Champion Sabir Muhammad
Ages 6 and older
Stroke techniques, flip turn instruction, dry land instruction, nutrition, injury prevention, goal setting, breathing control exercises, and race strategy. Each swimmer will receive a camp t-shirt.
M-TH 9am-12pm
Fee: $130/ $170 Out of Hall County
Where: Frances Meadows Center
Min/Max: 20/50
Instructor: Sabir Muhammad
 
Basketball Shooting Camp July 30 - August 2
Register by 7/27 or when camp meets max
This camp is a fundamental basketball camp with a special emphasis on shooting. Both sessions are open to boys and girls. Register with Gainesville Parks and Recreation or the
Boys and Girls Clubs of Hall County.
Grades 3-5
M-TH 9am-Noon
Grades 6-8
M-TH 1-4pm
Fee: $75/$55
Where: Boys and Girls Clubs of Hall County
Instructor: Seth Vining,
Lakeview Academy Boys Basketball Coach
Min/Max: 0/20

Speed and Agility - does not require a special registration form.
Ages 6-17
Register Friday prior to class begins or when max is met.
Speed, agility & conditioning; explosive training; power, quickness, balance, strength, injury prevention; lateral & liner movement.
TU/TH 5/1-24; 6/5-28; 7/10-8/2
5:30-6:30pm  or 6:30-7:30 pm
Fee:  $60/$45 City Resident Discount
Where: Frances Meadows Center
Min/Max:  10/25
Instructor: Wellness Performance Institute