Enriched Family Austin Summer Camp Guide (2021): Sports Camps
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Austin parents… are you looking for summer camp options? While many camps have filled up, there are still some good options. This is the final post in a series of Enriched Family Austin-Area Camp Guides. The first guide focused on arts-based camps, including visual art, creative writing, dance, drama/theater, film, and music. The second guide focused on Nature, STEM (science, technology, engineering, math), STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, math), and Coding camps. This post is focused on Sports Camps, including baseball, softball, basketball, climbing, golf, gymnastics, horseback riding, martial arts, multi-sport, and soccer camps (specifically for advanced female players).
Please be advised that you will have to make the best decision for your family in terms of whether a particular camp meets your family’s desired degree of COVID precautions. I have included COVID information for each care option, when available, so you can make an informed decision.
Please note, the following is provided for informational purposes only; the information is accurate and true to the best of my knowledge, but there may be omissions, errors or mistakes, and no guarantees are made.
Baseball and Softball
Round Rock Express Baseball Camps
Details: Round Rock Express Camps offer big league quality instruction on the fundamentals of the games of baseball and softball. Express Camps range by age (6-18) and offer opportunities for all skill levels. Round Rock Express prides itself on providing high-level baseball and softball instruction from knowledgeable and experienced coaches. Express Camps aim to develop the complete ballplayer by not only focusing on the physical skill sets, but by encouraging growth in leadership as well as the mental side of the game. Camp safety information.
Available camp details by session:
Elite Half Day Baseball Camp (ages 10-14), June 23–25 | 9am-12pm | $250
Elite Half Day Baseball Camp (ages 10-14), July 7–9 | 9am-12pm | $250
Half Day Baseball Camp (ages 6-12), July 26–29 | 9am-12pm | $300
Half Day Softball Camp (ages 6-14), August 2–5 | 9am-12pm | $300
Location: North-Round Rock (3400 East Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock, 78665)
Details: U.S. Baseball Academy brings the nation’s most popular training program right to your community. We’re the country’s largest network of baseball camps, serving more than a quarter million players. As we grow the national franchise, we maintain our original commitment to quality instruction at an affordable price. Each location promises the same proven itinerary of drills, a low player-coach ratio, and a teaching staff of high school and/or college coaches from your area. Site Director: David Ledesma, Head Coach, San Juan Diego Catholic HS. Available Sessions:
Grades 1st-3rd: Hitting | 9-10:25am, M-Th (9 spots left)
Grades 4th-5th: Hitting | 12-1:25pm, M-Th (6 spots left)
Grades 6th-8th: Hitting | 12-1:25pm, M-Th (8 spots left)
Grades 9th-12th: Hitting | 12-1:25pm, M-Th (8 spots left)
Grades 1st-3rd: Throwing Mechanics/ Intro to Pitching | 12-1:25pm, M-Th (9 spots left)
Grades 4th-5th: Pitching | 9-10:25am, M-Th (6 spots left)
Grades 6th-9th: Pitching | 9-10:25am, M-Th (5 spots left)
Grades 1st-3rd: Fielding/Baserunning | 10:30-11:55am, M-Th (7 spots left)
Grades 4th-5th: Fielding/Baserunning | 10:30-11:55am, M-Th (5 spots left)
Grades 6th-8th: Fielding/Baserunning | 10:30-11:55am, M-Th (8 spots left)
Grades 9th-12th: Fielding/Baserunning | 10:30-11:55am, M-Th (9 spots left)
Dates: Monday, Monday, June 14-Thursday, June 17 | Registration deadline is June 4.
Location: South Austin (San Juan Diego Catholic HS @ Govalle Park, 5200 Bolm Rd., 78721)
Cost: One skill session: Four days, six hours of instruction - $139; Two skills sessions: Four days, twelve hours of instruction - $258 (Save $20); and
Three skills sessions: Four days, eighteen hours of instruction - $357 (Save $60).
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Basketball
ATX Ballers Coed Summer Basketball Camps
Details: ATX Ballers coed summer basketball camps: 1) develop fundamental skills for all levels of experience; 2) help prepare players for greater in-game success (energetic and highly qualified coaches lead players through a series of both skills development and organized scrimmages); 3) average an excellent 1:8 coach-to-player ratio!; and 4) provide prizes and awards to players. Summer basketball camps provide multiple options for varying grade levels: Pre-K through 8th. Most of the coed summer camps are 4-day, full day camps (9am-4pm), Monday-Thursday, unless otherwise noted. Some half day camps are also offered. Within each individual camp, players are split up on different courts based on age and skill level. COVID safety.
Dates: June 14-18, 21-24, and 28-July 2; July 12-15, 19-22, and 26-30; & August 2-6 and 9-12.
Locations: Indoor and outdoor summer camp locations in South Austin, East Austin, Westlake, Dripping Springs, Cedar Park/Round Rock, Buda/Manchaca, Round Rock/North Austin,
Cost: Half day (9am-12pm) $130-160; Full day (9am-4pm) $235. Sibling discounts and financial scholarships are also available.
2021 UT Women's Basketball Camps
Camp details by session:
June 26-27: Team Camp (grades 8th to 12th) | 8am-9pm. Three-game guarantee per day and two divisions: Varsity and JV/Low Varsity. Cost: Two-days $550; single-day $300.
June 30: Elite Camp (grades 8th to 12th) | 8-9am. Cost $100. Due to COVID, space will be limited to 100 participants.
Location: Central Austin (Frank Erwin Center, 1701 Red River, 78713)
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Climbing
Details: Crux Crushers Camps provides youth with a safe environment to explore their skills in rock climbing, while making new friends and building confidence. On top of it all, campers will participate in yoga, crafts, and fun games.
Available dates and ages:
Week-long, half day camps (M-F, 9am-1pm) for ages 6-9: June 14-18, June 28-July 2, July 19-23, & Aug 2-6. $250 members; $300 nonmembers. Participants: Minimum 6, maximum 18.
Week long, full day camps (M-F, 9am-3pm) for ages 9-12: June 21-25, July 12-16, July 26-30, & Aug 9-13. $325 members; $375 nonmembers. Participants: Minimum 6, maximum 24.
Location: Central/East Austin - Crux Climbing Center (121 Pickle Rd, Ste 100, Austin, 78704)
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Golf
PGA Junior Golf Camps @ Harvey Penick Golf Campus
Details: The Harvey Penick Golf Campus is a 112-acre public facility that features a 9-hole PGA-Tour designed golf course and one of the best public practice facilities in central Texas, including a grass-only driving range, two practice greens, and a 3-hole short course. The philosophy at Harvey Penick is that every golfer is unique and should have a unique approach to learning golf, which makes it the perfect place for juniors to learn and improve their game. Ages 13-17.
Action-packed camps include hands-on instruction led by certified PGA Professionals.
Signature PGA camp curriculum focuses on developing golf skills (full swing, short game, rules and etiquette) while keeping the experience fun and engaging (games and activities).
A fun, safe and educational environment designed with your child's well being in mind.
Low student to instructor ratio (approximately 6:1)
Available dates and hours: Advanced Half Days, June 7-11, June 28-July 2, July 12-16, and July 26-30 | 9am-12pm
Location: East Austin, Harvey Penick Golf Campus, 5501 Ed Bluestein Blvd., Austin, 78723
Cost: $325/week (Camp price does not include a non-refundable, annual registration fee).
Details: Summer Academy is five days of non-stop entertainment and learning that kids will love. The program includes all of the components that make up the game of golf. From chipping, putting and full swing, to the rules and etiquette, kids will learn everything they need to know to improve their game. Each Academy is designed and taught by golf professionals from Topgolf Coach in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Summer Academy is staffed with a low student-to-instructor ratio to ensure each Junior Golfer receives in-depth, hands-on attention while he or she develops a winning golf swing. This program is designed for children between the ages of 6-12 years old. COVID safety measures.
Available dates and hours: Half day camps are available June 14-July 26, M-F, 9am-12pm.
Location: North Austin (near the Domain) Topgolf Austin, 2700 Esperanza Crossing, Austin, 78758.
Cost: $199/week (includes lunch).
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Gymnastics
Details: Champions Westlake is dedicated to creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where students not only conquer new skills, but learn valuable life lessons. Athletes train in an atmosphere of support and encouragement that fosters confidence, respect, and discipline. Their synergistic and instructional approach focuses on the whole student in an effort to enhance their social, mental, and physical development. Their goal is that students experience success not only as athletes, but also as individuals. Campers are divided into age-based groups. Champ Campers rotate through six exciting, theme-based stations throughout the day, including: gymnastics, arts & crafts, tumbling, fun & games, and MORE! Ages 3-10. Crew Camp available for campers ages 11+.
Available camp dates & details by age:
Crew Camp (ages 11-14): June 1-4, 14-18, 21-25; June 28-July 2; July 5-9, 12-16, 19-23, 26-30; & August 2-6 and 9-13 (Crew Campers learn leadership and responsibility by training alongside Champ Camp coaches and receive partial reimbursement at the end of week) | 8/8:30am-1:30pm, $155/week (+ $45 Enrollment Fee for new students).
Champ Camp (ages 3-10): July 19-23 and 26-30; & August 2-6 and August 9-13 | 9am-1pm, $229 (+ $45 Enrollment Fee for new students)
Location: Southwest Austin, 2805 Bee Cave Rd., Suite 405, 78746
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Horseback Riding
Rio Vista Farm and Tack Shop Summer Horseback Riding Camp
Details: Do you know some horse crazy kids? What about a horse camp? Beginners receive a good foundation from which to continue their riding experience, and more advanced riders have the opportunity to improve their skills. Girls and boys ages 7-16. No prior riding experience is necessary. Children are divided into riding groups based on their riding skill level. Camp closes each week with a special camp horse show, with all campers competing and receiving ribbons, along with special awards earned throughout the week. Parents are encouraged to attend the show, which begins each Friday at 2pm.
Available dates and hours: August 9-13, M-F, 9am–4pm (w/ van transportation, pick-up is at 8:40am. Drop-off is at 4:20pm). All other weeks are full.
Location: East (w/Van pickup, SW), 1000 Fallwell Lane, Del Valle, TX, 78617. Van service is available to the first 14 campers enrolled each week ($45.00 weekly van fee). Van picks up and drops off from Westlake Hills at the Michael’s Shopping Center (located at the corner of Bee Caves Road and Walsh Tarlton). Pick-up is at 8:40am. Drop-off is at 4:20pm.
Cost: $410 or $425 if paying by credit card.
*My older daughter has participated in this camp numerous times and loved it.
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Martial Arts
Life Ki-do Martial Arts Karate Camp
Details: Life Ki-do helps your child find happiness & confidence from within themselves rather than looking to others for validation and self-worth. And, they have a BLAST doing it! In addition to martial arts drills and games, Summer Karate Camp includes a ninja obstacle course, padded nunchuks and swords, and more! Kids have tons of fun while learning breathing techniques for focus and anxiety, tools for inner confidence, friendship skills, and team building. All levels welcome! No experience needed. Partial day camps. Ages 5-10. COVID protocols.
Camp details by age:
Power Ninja Camps – for kids ages 5 to 7, $175
July 12-16, 10am-12pm | Around the World
July 26-30, 10am-12pm | Superhero Powers
Samurai Camps – for kids ages 7 to 10, $199
June 14-18, 10am-1pm | Animal Adventures
Area: Southwest Austin; Westlake dojo at 3636 Bee Caves Rd., #212, 78746
*My daughter took an after school class weekly at Life Ki-do for several years. We love their teachers and approach.
Multi-Sport Camps
Hill Country Indoor Summer Camps
Details: Summer Camps at Hill Country Indoor combine activity and fun with education and community! Camps begin in May and last through August each summer, allowing parents to plan ahead.
Available dates and hours:
Wipeout Camps: With a new concept every week, Wipeout Camps will have the motif to match your little one’s mood, such as Tie-Dye, HCI’s Got Talent, Ninja, Olympics, Texas, Superhero, and more! Kids will beat the heat by taking full advantage of the Hill Country Indoor facility during camp, including the turf field, basketball courts and climbing area! With so much activity, they are sure to come home wiped out! Ages 5-12.
June 7-11, June 21-25, June 28-July 2, July 12-16, July 19-23, & August 9-13 | 9am-4pm, $425 non-members, $375 members, $25 early drop off add-on, $50 late pick up add-on, 10% sibling discount.
Ninja Wipeout Camps: For the ninja at heart, Ninja Camp combines the warped wall, navigating obstacles, and climbing for an action-packed week. This active camp will leave your ninjas physically and mentally stronger, challenging campers to improve their overall fitness! Ages 5-12.
June 14-18, July 5-9, & July 26-30 | 9am-4pm, $425 non-members, $375 members, $25 early drop off add-on, $50 late pick up add-on, 10% sibling discount.
Summer All Sports Camps: Set, spike, swing, swoosh, score – this summer is all about sports with our 2021 Summer Sports Camps! Take advantage of sports-specific instruction to learn new skills, polish old skills and scrimmage, all while absorbing knowledge of the sport in a fun, engaging environment. Soccer, basketball, volleyball, and football. Ages 5-12.
August 16-19 | 9am-4pm, $400 non-members, $350 members.
Location: Southwest Austin - Bee Cave, 13875 Bee Cave Parkway, Bee Cave, 78738
Details: Sportball offers a variety of week-long, half day camps at a variety of locations across Austin. Their camps build upon their renowned Multi-Sport program for expertly coached sessions filled with creative, fun, exciting games and skill-based sports. Camps are offered both indoors and outdoors. Please see website for details.
Details by location:
North-Round Rock: Clay Madsen Recreation Center (1600 Gattis School Rd., Round Rock, 78664). Multi-Sport Indoor Camp: June 21-25 & July 19-23 | M-F, 9am-12pm, $200. Ages 4-10.
Northwest: Spicewood Clubhouse (11210 Spicewood Club Drive, Austin, 78750). Multi-Sport Indoor/Outdoor Camps: June 28-July 2 & July 19-23 | M-F, 8:30-11:30am, $200. Ages 4-9.
Southwest:
Riverbend Centre (4214 N Capital of Texas Hwy., Austin, 78746). Multi-Sport Indoor Camp: July 26-30 | M-F, 9am-1pm, $260. Ages 3-9.
Lakeway Activity Center (105 Cross Creek, Lakeway, 78734). Multi-Sport Indoor Camp: July 12-16 & August 2-6 | M-F, 9am-12pm, $200. Multi-Sport Outdoor Camp: June 14-18 | M-F, 8:30-11:30am, $200. All camps ages 3-8.
West Central: West Austin Youth Association (1314 Exposition Blvd., Austin, 78703).
Flag Football/Soccer/Baseball Outdoor Camp: June 7-11 and June 28-July 2 | M-F, 8:30-11:30am, $210. Ages 4-9.
Multi-Sport Indoor Camp: July 5-9 & Aug 19-13 | M-F, 9am-12pm, $210. Ages 3-8.
Multi-Sport Outdoor Camp: June 21-25, July 12-16, & August 2-6 | M-F, 8:30-11:30am, $210. Ages 4-9.
South: Austin Oaks Church (4220 Monterey Oaks Blvd, Austin, 78749). Multi-Sport Indoor Camps: July 5-8 & July 26-29th | M-Th, 1-4pm, $160. Multi-Sport Indoor Camp: August 9-13 | M-F, 9am-12pm, $200. All camps ages 3-9.
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Soccer
Texas Longhorns Soccer Camps for Female Players
Details:
2021 College Prospect Camps: June 9-10 | June 17 | July 10 | July 17-18. Intense one-day or two-day camps designed for the serious female soccer player who would like to play in college. This is a great opportunity to train with the best and showcase your skill to the Texas Soccer Coaching Staff and other college coaches from around the country. The camps will include a variety of topics including training sessions, games sessions, college talks and panel discussions with Texas Soccer staff and players. Open to all female players, 8th-12th grade. Cost: $295 for two day camps, $195 for one day camps.
Game Day Experience Camp: August 13-14, 2021. Intense one-day or two-day camps designed for the serious female soccer player who would like to play in college. This is a great opportunity to train with the best and showcase your skill to the Texas Soccer Coaching Staff and other college coaches from around the country. The camps will include a variety of topics including training sessions, games sessions, college talks and panel discussions with Texas Soccer staff and players. This camp will include special game-day experiences built around a Texas Soccer match and team training sessions. Open to all female players, 8th-12th grade. Cost: $325.
Location: Central, UT-Austin campus. Camp sessions are typically conducted at the Mike A. Myers Stadium and Soccer Field and the Whitaker Recreational Fields not far from campus.
Happy Summer!
Esha/Enriched Family
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