SPORTS CAMPS FOR ALL AGES AND INTERESTS

PEE WEE CAMPS FOR AGES 3-5

TEEBALL CAMP JUNE 7-11

Monday through Friday
This non-competitive program is designed to teach the basic skills of baseball and softball.
Register by 6/4.
Time: 9-10:30am • Fee: $40R/$55NR • Location: City Park • Min/Max: 10/20
Instructor: Recreation Staff  

SOCCER CAMP JUNE 14-18

Monday through Friday
This program will introduce children to one of the world’s most popular sports. Participants will learn the basics of dribbling, trapping, and passing skills.
Register by 6/11.
Time: 9-10:30am • Fee: $40R/$55NR • Location: City Park • Min/Max: 10/20
Instructor: Recreation Staff  

FOOTBALL CAMP JUNE 21-25

Monday through Friday
Participants will have fun learning the basics of the game of flag football in this no contact, non-competitive sport. Register by 6/18.
Time: 9-10:30am • Fee: $40R/$55NR • Location: City Park • Min/Max: 10/20
Instructor: Recreation Staff

TENNIS CAMP JULY 12-16

Monday through Friday
Utilizing smaller racquets, lighter tennis balls and half size court, participants will learn the basic stroke, game strategy, rules and etiquette of tennis. Register by 7/10.
Time: 9-10:30am • Fee: $40R/$55NR • Location: City Park • Min/Max: 10/20
Instructor: Recreation Staff  

BASKETBALL CAMP JULY 19-23

Monday through Friday
Kids have a ball in this friendly non-competitive program while learning dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense. Register by 7/16.
Time: 9-10:30am • Fee: $40R/$55NR • Location: Lakeview Academy • Min/Max: 10/20
Instructor: Recreation Staff  

ALL SPORTS CAMP JULY 26-30

Monday through Friday
Campers will get a glimpse of a variety of sports such as t-ball, soccer, flag football, lacrosse, and more. Participants will spend most their time at camp engaged in the sport(s) for the day but also enjoy quality playground time and cool refreshments. Register by 7/23.
Time: 9-10:30am • Fee: $40R/$55NR • Location: City Park • Min/Max: 10/20
Instructor: Recreation Staff    

ROOKIE CAMPS FOR AGES 6-8

BASEBALL CAMP JUNE 7-11

Monday through Friday
Take your baseball game to the next level by learning advanced skills and strategy of baseball. Hitting, pitching, fielding, base running, catching and the importance of stretching will be covered. Register by 6/4.
Time: 10 :45am-12:15pm • Fee: $55R/$75NR • Location: City Park • Min/Max:10/20
Instructor: Recreation Staff  

SOCCER CAMP JUNE 14-18

Monday through Friday
This program will introduce children to one of the world’s most popular sports. Participants will learn the basics of dribbling, trapping, and passing skills. Register by 6/11.
Time: 10 :45am-12:15pm • Fee: $55R/$75NR • Location: City Park • Min/Max:10/20
Instructor: Recreation Staff  

FOOTBALL CAMP JUNE 21-25

Monday through Friday
This skills camp introduces the skills and strategy for the game of football. Passing, catching, running, and game strategy will be covered. Register by 6/18.
Time: 10:45am-12:15pm • Fee: $55R/$75NR • Location: City Park • Min/Max: 10/20
Instructor: Recreation Staff 

TENNIS CAMP JULY 12-16

Monday through Friday
This class is for beginner tennis players that enjoy playing and are looking for more practice to help improve their game! Rookie Tennis is the perfect way to increase your skill level, and meet other youth tennis enthusiasts! Register by 7/9.
Time: 10:45am-12:15pm • Fee: $55R/$75NR • Location: City Park • Min/Max: 10/20
Instructor: Marie Bartlett USTA Members  

BASKETBALL CAMP JULY 19-23

Monday through Friday
Take your basketball game to the next level by learning advanced skills and strategy. Shooting, Dribbling, Passing, Defense, and the importance of stretching will be covered. Register by 7/16.
Time: 10:45am-12:15pm • Fee: $55R/$75NR • Location: Lakeview Academy • Min/Max: 10/20
Instructor: Recreation Staff  

ADDITIONAL CAMPS FOR AGES 5-12

CHEER CAMP JULY 12-14
Ages 5-11 

Monday through Wednesday
This camp is a blend of gymnastics, dance, choreography and jumps as needed for cheerleading. Fun games will be played to increase strength and flexibility. Register by 7/9
Time: 9 am-12pm • Fee: $65R/$90NR • Location: City Park • Min/Max:10/30
Instructor:  Amy Park, Lakeview Academy Cheer Coach 

EXTREME SPORTS CAMP JUNE 1-4
Ages 8-12

Tuesday through Friday
Campers will have the opportunity to participate in various fun outdoor activities which include: Hiking, Rock Climbing, Archery and other outdoor activities. This camp will travel to different locations for activities.
Register by 5/28
Time: 8:30 am-12pm • Fee: $125R/$170NR • Location: Civic Center • Min/Max: 6/10
Instructor: Recreation Staff   Class Code: 287125-00

CHEERLEADING  JULY 19 THROUGH NOVEMBER 22

with the North Georgia Youth Football Association
Ages 5-11 and determined as of July 31, 2021
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, JUNE 25

Register with Gainesville Parks and Recreation to cheer for the 6U-11U tackle leagues. Registration will be by age group. Participants will learn the basic fundamentals of cheerleading and will support the youth football teams. A calendar of events will be distributed at registration. Cheerleaders will be wearing new uniforms and will receive new pom poms.

Fee: $100R/$135NR

NORTH GEORGIA YOUTH FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION REQUIREMENTS FOR REGISTRATION
Following NGYFA regulations, registration will only be accepted for the following:
1.    City residents OR

2.    Attend a city school OR

3.    Zoned to attend a city school though attend a private school within the city limits

4.     Must provide birth certificate & proof of residency

Practice Schedule

CROSS COUNTRY AUGUST 2 THROUGH OCTOBER 2

Ages 6 to 14

This program will gradually build the participants’ endurance that will promote teamwork and their overall physical condition. Their training will also prepare them for the cross country competitions they will be participating in on Saturdays throughout the season. Registration ends 7/30.

Fee: $70R/$95NR
Location: Practices at Lanier Point and Midland Greenway; Meets TBA

TACKLE AND FLAG FOOTBALL

YOUTH TACKLE FOOTBALL JULY 19 THROUGH NOVEMBER 22

Ages 6-11

with the North Georgia Youth Football Association
Age is determined as of July 31, 2021.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, JUNE 25

LEAGUES 6U, 7U, 8U, 9U, 10U, 11U  

Gainesville Parks and Recreation participates in the North Georgia Youth Football Association. Participants will be divided into single age groups, and will compete against teams from the North Georgia area.
A calendar of events will be distributed at registration.
Fee: $100R/$135NR

NORTH GEORGIA YOUTH FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION REQUIREMENTS FOR REGISTRATION
Following NGYFA regulations, registration will only be accepted for the following:
1.    City residents OR

2.    Attend a city school OR

3.    Zoned to attend a city school though attend a private school within the city limits

4.     Must provide birth certificate & proof of residency

ROOKIE FLAG FOOTBALL AUGUST 16 THROUGH OCTOBER 21

Ages 6-8

NOT PART OF THE NGYFA AND OPEN TO ALL PLAYERS REGARDLESS OF RESIDENCY

Open to all players regardless of residency or school. Not a part of the North Georgia Youth Football Association. This competitive league introduces youngsters to the great game of flag football and fosters teamwork and skills. The first meeting will be at Candler Park.

REGISTRATION ENDS AUGUST 13.

AGE DETERMINED AS OF JULY 31, 2021.

Fee: $65R/$90NR

Location: Candler and Cabbell Fields

PEE WEE TENNIS
AGES 3-5

August 23 to September 23

Days: Mondays and Wednesdays
Time: 4 to 5pm
Register by: August 20 or when class meets max
Minimum: 4
Maximum: 8
City Residents: $40
Non Residents: $55
Location: Roper Park 

Spring Volleyball Schedule

Upcoming Sports Programs

Registration begins August 1
Various Pee Wee Sports
Youth Volleyball
Basketball

Registration begins December 1
Baseball
Softball
Track and Field