sports camps

Our sports camps are held on various weeks throughout the summer.
Resident Registration opens March 5 at 8:30 am.
View all of our camps and summer programs, and start planning your summer now.

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VIEW THE SUMMER CAMP 2024 PROGRAM GUIDE


CHICAGO FIRE SOCCER CAMP

Ages 3-14

Kick-off your summer by signing up to a Chicago Fire Soccer Camp in partnership with Lake Forest Park District, which was listed as one of the top 12 "Totally Cool Summer Camps" in Chicago Parent Magazine! Play, learn, train and have fun with our passionate, certified Chicago Fire FC community coaches in a week-long soccer experience filled with technical foot skills, small-sided games, and scrimmages. As part of the camp experience, every participant will receive a camp t-shirt, player evaluation, and a ticket to attend our unique 'Graduation Day' event before a Chicago Fire FC game at our new home, Soldier Field! A once in a lifetime opportunity to play on the main field at Soldier Field just like the Chicago Fire FC first team! Programs are suitable for children of all ages and abilities, but spaces are limited!

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CHICAGO BEARS YOUTH FOOTBALL CAMP

ages 6-14

This is a non-contact Skill Development camp for kids ages 6-14. Age appropriate, station-based training delivers results to both advanced players and newcomers. All programs provide football instruction, athletic skill development, and fitness and agility training. This camp features comprehensive instruction for all ages and will teach accelerated skills for experienced players. Camp will feature visits from Bears heroes such as; Mickey Pruitt, Wendall Davis, Anthony Morgan, and Kris Haines.

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BOBBY DOUGLASS FOOTBALL CAMP

COMPLETED GRADES 3-8

Join the former Kansas All American and Chicago Bear Quarterback for this youth football camp. The Bobby Douglass Football Camp is specifically designed to introduce and teach football in a fun, interactive, and instructional environment. Our half-day, non-contact camp will build each camper's confidence and self-esteem as they develop and improve their skills, while teaching good sportsmanship and teamwork. This camp will also feature guest appearances and coaches who are former collegiate and/or professional players.

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BILL WENNINGTON BASKETBALL CAMP

COMPLETED GRADES 3-6

Bill Wennington, former Chicago Bull, will provide instruction to kids who have completed grades 3 through 6 in the fundamentals of basketball with emphasis on the skills of shooting, ball handling, passing, and footwork. Discipline and skill development will be stressed, therefore players must be prepared for a great deal of drill work. The camp will spend the mornings teaching the proper fundamentals to each child while improving their game, while the afternoon will be spent focusing on skill development through game play. The day will be split with a lunch break.

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The farm system summer baseball camp (8-12Y)

The Farm System Summer Camps are the perfect way to keep your athlete on top of their game. With a focus on fundamentals, this camp will cover various aspects of the game in a fun, challenging way for all skill levels. Each day will have a focus on a different element of baseball/softball including, but not limited to hitting, fielding, pitching, and more. Participants will need to bring their bat, glove and water bottle.

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This camp is designed to introduce athletes to volleyball in a FUN, non-competitive environment. Participants can expect to work on all the various skill aspects of volleyball--passing, setting, serving, and hitting--all in an environment designed to foster confidence! Participants will play on a lower net with a lighter volleyball, and activities will move from skill to skill quickly to keep participants engaged and active. Drills will incorporate cardiovascular exercise, hand-eye coordination, and plyometrics.

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Dates: Monday - Friday

  • 6/17 - 6/21
  • 7/8 - 7/12
  • 7/29 - 8/2

Grade/Time: (Grade based on 2024 - 2025 school year)

  • 3rd/4th Grade: 10:00 - 10:55 AM
  • 5th/6th Grade: 11:00 - 11:55 AM
  • 7th/8th Grade: 12:00 - 12:55 PM
  • 9th- 10th Grade: 1:00 - 1:55 PM

Fee:

  • 3rd/4th R: $104 NR: $124
  • 5th-10th R: $ 130 NR: $ 156

Location:

Deerpath Middle School (Multi-Purpose Gym)
95 W. Deerpath Rd.Lake Forest, IL 60045

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archery summer camp

With focus on Archery safety, eye dominance, range rules, scoring, and Archery etiquette, skill development will be achieved through engagement in fun events, repetition and certified instruction. Our NASP certified instructors will ensure the safety and skill development of participants while orchestrating a fun environment for all. Kids will be split in groups, according to age, grade and / or skill set. The Summer Camp curriculum will include a variety of Archery games, such as; tic-tac-toe, shooting at water balloons, and making Archery art! Come be a part of this fun and exciting sport!

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bandits lacrosse camp

Come join Bandits Lacrosse, the Lake Forest / Lake Bluff girls youth lacrosse program, this Summer for Lacrosse Camp! Our four-day lacrosse camp goal is to introduce your child to lacrosse through participating in our fundamental lacrosse skills and drills sessions, within our culture of best effort, positivism, and fun. Our Camp will also focus on building strength/coordination, balance, and fundamental athleticism - all necessary attributes to be successful in sports. Required Equipment: Girls lacrosse stick, protective eye goggles, & mouth guard. Please have your child bring water. Contact Jason Olson, Program Supervisor at (847) 810-3946 with questions or visit www.banditslacrosseclub.org.

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Asylum SKATE PARK


Skateboarding Camp

29850 North Skokie Hwy, Lake Bluff, IL 60044

The Asylum Skate Camps are some of the best in the Midwest. Campers will be provided with a fun, well-rounded program that is perfect for any skateboarder, at any level. The Asylum's coaches are knowledgeable and work one on one with the campers. The combination of the Asylum's friendly staff with a safe, fun and learning environment will produce an everlasting positive memory! Camps run weekly between June and August. Campers may also sign up for an individual day but, must contact Asylum Skate Park to register for a single day camp. If campers need equipment, they should visit Asylum Skatepark and if registered for a class or camp, they will get 10% off their purchase.


ONE ON ONE LESSONS

Interested in lessons? Asylum Instructors are ISCPD/SKATZ certified. This certification offers our instructors to teach lessons in a sustained, quality, and progressive way. It's a great leadership development program so we can dynamically teach you or your children the FUNdamentals and safety of skateboarding.

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asylum skate park

JUNIOR GOLF CAMPS

Ages 8-14

Summer Golf Camps are a perfect fit for juniors between the ages of 8-14. The program is a fun and fast paced exploration into the game. Participants can expect to be very active as they make their daily shuffle through full swing mechanics, short game, putting, and on-course "stations." The camps feature one of the most knowledgeable teaching staffs in Illinois and a guaranteed 4:1 student to teacher ratio. Camps meet Monday through Thursday for golf skills development and Fridays for a 9 hole tournament. Learn more about the junior golf program at at deerpathgolf.com.

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