We are thankful to Cheer Zone Athletics for sponsoring the Sports & Outdoors Camp section in our 2022 Ultimate Summer Camp Guide.
The benefits of sports camps include valuable life lessons about responsibility, hard work, as well as health and fitness. It’s great to try a short or activity before committing to a whole season! And, of course, children get to improve their skills on (and off) the field or court!
TUMBLE & STUNT CAMPS
Ages: 6+ (no experience required)
Where: Saucier, D’Iberville, Long Beach
www.cheerzoneathletics.com
From 6 years and up, beginner to advanced, they have a camp spot for everyone! Their tumbling classes provide a fun and safe environment to learn new skills while promoting fitness, self-esteem and confidence.
F.A.N.S. SUMMER TRAINING CAMP
Ages: 5-13
Where: St. James Elementary School, Gulfport
www.fanscamp.com
One of the awesome things about F.A.N.S. Camp is that it is an extended summer day camp—campers can participate one week or the entire summer, which is great if you need summer child care. With fitness training for all sports, martial arts, dodgeball tournaments, strength and speed conditioning, and weekly field trips to the trampoline park, your kids will come home happy and tired!
JUNIOR eSPORTS & VIDEO GAME CAMP
Ages: 9-11
Where: MGCCC, Harrison County Campus
www.mgccc.edu/programs/community-education/summer-camps/
Gamers of all kinds are invited to join us for all things gaming! This camp is not just for competition, though; campers will explore video game history and immerse themselves in all types of gaming from the past, present, and future.
TENNIS CAMP (Perkinston)
Ages: 12-18
Where: MGCCC, Perkinston Campus
www.mgccc.edu/programs/community-education/summer-camps/
Campers will spend time on technical work, drilling, fun games, and competing like a Gulf Coast Bulldog!
TENNIS CAMP (Diamondhead)
Ages: 6-12
Where: The Tennis Club at Diamondhead
www.facebook.com/TennisClubatDiamondhead/
Campers will have fun swimming, playing tennis, pickleball, and games!
TENNIS CAMP (Ocean Springs)
Ages: 6-16
Where: Gulf Hills Racquet Club, Ocean Springs
www.facebook.com/GulfHillsRacquetClub/photos
TWIN LAKES DAY CAMPS
Ages: 5-8
Where: Florence, MS
www.twinlakescamp.org/#summer-camp
Discover exciting days at Twin Lakes! Campers pack their day full of camp songs, exciting activities, lunch, learning, and tons of other outdoor adventures.
BASKETBALL CAMP
Ages: 10-15
Where: Kroc Center, Biloxi, MS
www.krocmscoast.org/programs/camps/
This camp is perfect for beginner to novice basketball players. Campers will work on developing fundamental basketball skills.
VOLLEYBALL CAMP
Ages: 11-15
Where: Kroc Center, Biloxi, MS
www.krocmscoast.org/programs/camps/
This camp is perfect for beginner to novice volleyball players. Campers will work on developing fundamental volleyball skills.
NEIL SCOTT’S SOCCER CAMP
Ages: 5-17 (varies by location)
Where: Ocean Springs, Lucedale, and Pascagoula
www.neilscottsoccer.com/soccer-camps
All skill levels are welcome at these soccer camps hosted or co-hosted by Neil Scott Soccer, LLC. There is even an indoor soccer camp offered in Pascagoula to beat the summer heat!
BRAVE CAMP
Grades: 1st-5th
Where: West Wortham Elementary School, Saucier
www.harrisoncountysheriff.com/department-divisions/administrative-division/community-relations/
Brave Camp is a two week course sponsored by the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office. Campers learn about safety (fire, water, internet, bicycle, gun, etc.), character traits, peer pressure, and being a good digital citizen. Field trips to Golden Gate Skateland, IMMS, Hattiesburg Zoo, Gulf Quest, and a splash pad picnic are also included.
NEED MORE CAMP IDEAS?
Check out our Ultimate Summer Camp Guide! We have gathered all the camp resources for moms on the Gulf Coast!
Please note: MGCCC, Lynn Meadows, Rock U2, and Walter Anderson, and F.A.C.E. have other summer camp options that may not be included in the guide. Please check out their websites for more info!
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