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Burlington Recreation and Parks offers Specialty Camps throughout the summer months. Kids will experience a special taste of their favorite interest or hobby. Space is limited and a waiting list will follow if camp becomes full. Transportation will not be provided to or from BRPD Summer Day Camp locations.
2018 registration begins Monday, March 5th, 2018!
Online registration is available for most Specialty Camps. Please complete the detailed 2018 Registration Form to accompany your online registration and submit to the BRPD Main Office (ATTN: Specialty Camps, PO Box 1358, Burlington, NC 27216).
If online registration is not an option, please call the phone number with the camp information below. Additional information and forms may be requested by the individual camp director prior to camp.
2018 Camp Registration Form
REGISTRATION
2018 registration begins Monday, March 5th, 2018!
Online registration is available for most Specialty Camps. Please complete the detailed 2018 Registration Form to accompany your online registration and submit to the BRPD Main Office (ATTN: Specialty Camps, PO Box 1358, Burlington, NC 27216).
If online registration is not an option, please call the phone number with the camp information below. Additional information and forms may be requested by the individual camp director prior to camp.
2018 Camp Registration Form
ACES & DEUCES TENNIS CAMP
Session 1: June 11 – June 29 • Cost: $90 for 3 week session
Session 2: July 2 – 13 • Cost: $60 for 2 week session
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Times: 9:00am – 10:30am
Ages: 8 - 17
Location: Burlington Tennis Center • 1406 Overbrook Road, Burlington, NC 27215
This Burlington Recreation & Parks camp is a beginner to intermediate tennis camp with basic instruction.
Information: (336) 229-3155 • Register at the Burlington Recreation & Parks Main Office
About Aces & Deuces • Session 1 Registration Form • Session 2 Registration Form
CHALLENGER BRITISH SOCCER CAMP
Dates: June 18 - 22
Half Day or Full Day
Ages: 3 - 16
Cost: $86 - $190
Location: Joe C. Davidson Park • 3715 Rural Retreat Road, Burlington, NC 27215
Kids take part in a soccer camp focusing on fundamentals and skills the challenger way. Each camper will receive a free camp T-shirt, soccer ball, soccer poster, individual skills performance evaluation and free access to an educational soccer website. In addition, any child who signs up online at least 45 days prior to camp will receive a genuine British Soccer replica Jersey (valued at $39). For further information please call (336) 222-5030 or visit Challenger Sports. Any coaches interested in a specific Team Camp should call (877) 263-7909.
Register Online
BEGINNER TENNIS CAMP
June Session: June 25 - 29
July Session: July 23 - 27
Times: 9:00am - 10:00am
Ages: 8 - 14
Cost: $50
Location: Burlington Tennis Center • 1406 Overbrook Road, Burlington, NC 27215
The BTC serves as the host site of the successful camp that teaches children the basic skills of tennis development and play. Information: (336) 229-3155 • Register in person at the Burlington Recreation & Parks Main Office
Beginner Tennis Camp Registration Form
BEGINNER GOLF CAMP
Dates: July 30 - August 3
Times: 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages: 8 - 14
Cost: $10
Location: Indian Valley Golf Course • 1005 Indian Valley Drive, Burlington, NC 27217
This individual camp will introduce children to the game of golf while sharpening golf skills to those who know the game.
Information: (336) 229-3150 • Register Online
BEGINNER SPORTS CAMPS
Cost: $20 - 1 Camp; $35 - 2 Camps
Information: (336) 222-5030 • Register in person at the Burlington Recreation & Parks Main Office beginning May 7, 2018
Registration Form
1st Kick Soccer Camp
Dates: July 9th - July 12th
Times: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 4 - 6, Boys & Girls 4 years old by (end of fall soccer season)
Fairchild Soccer Facility • 1497 Graham Street, Burlington, NC 27217
1st Pass Flag Football Camp
Dates: July 16th - July 19th
Times: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Two Age Groups: 5 - 7 & 8 - 11, Boys & Girls 5 years old by (end of flag football season)
Fairchild Soccer Facility • 1497 Graham Street, Burlington, NC 27217
1st Hoop Basketball Camp
Dates: July 23rd - July 26th
Times: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 5 - 7, Boys & Girls 5 years old by (end of basketball season)
Fairchild Community Center • 827 South Graham Hopedale Road, Burlington, NC 27217
GIRL’S ADVENTURE CAMP (FULL DAY)
Dates: June 18 - 22
Times: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Ages: 11 - 15
Cost: $220
Drop Off & Pick Up Location*: Lake Mackintosh Park & Marina – Clubhouse • 2704 Huffman Mill Road, Burlington, NC 27215
Looking for adventure this summer? Each day we’ll try a new outdoor adventure! Plan on honing your skills in fire-building, knot tying, yoga, hiking, geocaching, archery, kayaking, climbing, and more! Campers will need to provide their own lunch and be prepared to be active outdoors each day. *This camp travels off-site most days for activities and trips.
Information: Melissa Hoose (336) 222-5135 • Register Online (registration closes Friday, June 8th at 5:00 pm)
NATURE ADVENTURE CAMP
Dates: June 25 - 29
Times: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 6 - 9
Cost: $55
Location: Lake Mackintosh Park & Marina – Clubhouse • 2704 Huffman Mill Road, Burlington, NC 27215
This camp will focus on an in-depth look at nature with hikes and hands on activities.
Information: Melissa Hoose (336) 222-5135 • Register Online
BEGINNER FISHING CAMP
Dates: July 9 - 13
Times: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 8 - 12
Cost: $55
Location: Guilford Mackintosh Park & Marina • 1345 NC 61 South, Whitsett, NC 27377
This beginner camp will excite the fishing enthusiast. Learn the technique and secrets of reeling in the big catch or the one that got away.
Information: (336) 222-5134 • Register Online
freespirit HORSEBACK RIDING CAMP
Dates: July 23 – 27
Times: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Ages: 6 - 14
Cost: $150
Kopper Top Life Learning Center • 6657 Kimesville Road, Liberty, NC 27298
Take part in the fun as campers learn topics such as the importance of animal care to riding techniques at Kopper Top Life Learning Center.
Information: (336) 229-3150 • Register Online • Additional Forms
PADDLE-PALOOZA Clinic
Date: July 27 OR August 3 (choose only 1 date)
Times: 8:30am - 12:00pm
Ages: 11 - 15
Cost: $30
Location: Guilford Mackintosh Park & Marina • 1345 NC 61 South, Whitsett, NC 27377
In this small-group, half-day clinic, learn all about kayaking from an ACA certified kayak instructor. Clinic covers everything from water safety, fitting your PFD, parts of the kayak, how to properly get in and out of the boat, basic paddle stokes and more. We'll save some time to paddle and explore the lake as well! Clinic includes on-land and on-water lessons. Campers should know how to swim and be prepared to be active throughout the clinic.
Information: Melissa Hoose at (336) 222-5135 • Register Online 07/27/18 OR 08/03/18
PLAY-WELL: ENGINEERING WITH LEGO® CAMPS
Have your child become a Play-Well engineer this summer! With over 100,000 LEGO® bricks, take on real-life engineering challenges that explore concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture. Learn more by visiting Play-Well.
Intro to STEM with LEGO® Materials for Ages 5 - 7
Dates: August 6 - 10
Times: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: $150
Historic Depot • 200 South Main Street, Burlington, NC 27215
Give your imagination a boost with tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Build engineer-designed projects such as: Cities, Garbage Trucks, Catamarans, and Dinosaurs. Design and build as never before, and explore your craziest ideas in a supportive environment. There are no prerequisites for this course.
Information: (336) 229-3150 • Register Online
STEM Challenge LEGO® Materials for Ages 8 - 12
Dates: August 6 - 10
Times: 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Cost: $150
Historic Depot • 200 South Main Street, Burlington, NC 27215
Gear up your engineering skills with Play-Well TEKnologies and tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineer-designed projects such as: Forklifts, Houseboats, Mini Golf Courses, and the London Tower Bridge Design and build as never before, and explore your craziest ideas in a supportive environment. There are no prerequisites for this course.
Information: (336) 229-3150 • Register Online
SHAKE IT! DANCE CAMP
Dates: July 16 - 20
Times: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 7 - 12
Cost: $60
Location: Paramount Theater • 128 East Front Street, Burlington, NC 27215
Learn basic dance technique in ballet, jazz, & hip-hop taught by experienced instructors. Explore different styles of movement and creative dance.
Information: (336) 229-3150 • Register Online
COLORS FOR KIDS ART CAMP
Dates: July 23 - 27
Times: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 4 - 6 (Must be 4 by May 1, 2018)
Cost: $60
Location: Historic Depot • 200 South Main Street, Burlington, NC 27215
Come experience art and a variety of activities in one fun filled week of various themes.
Information: (336) 222-5134 • Register Online
DRAMA CAMP
Dates: July 23 - 27
Times: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 6 - 12
Cost: $100 per person, $90 per person for two or more kids from the same family
Location: Paramount Theater • 128 East Front Street, Burlington, NC 27215
Kids will enjoy this fun-filled instruction in basic theatre technique, including relaxation, character development, stage movement, etc. Rags to Riches Theatre for Young Audiences will instruct this camp.
Information: (336) 222-5001 • Register in person at the Historic Depot beginning April 1, 2018
TEEN 2 TEEN VIDEO & THEATRE’S SUMMER FILM LAB
Dates: July 30 - August 3
Times: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Ages: rising 7th – 12th grades or a 2018 graduate of high school (must be age 19 or under)
Cost: $90, includes a daily snack and a t-shirt
Location: Historic Depot • 200 South Main Street, Burlington, NC 27215
This intensive workshop is designed to offer opportunities for participants to learn the varied aspects of video production; including scriptwriting, auditioning, casting, directing, acting for the camera, videography, sound design, video lighting and more. Actors are highly encouraged to participate to help increase their improvisation skills and to become familiar with acting on camera. Check out T2T on their website and Facebook.
Information: (336) 222-5134 • Register Online