We have two summer programs available to eligible parents/guardians of the UGA community:
- Rec Sports Youth Camp (ages 7-12)
Week 1: May 28-May 31
Week 2: June 3-7
Week 3: June 10-14 - Rec Sports Adventure Camp (ages 10-14)
Week 1: May 28-May 31
Rec Sports Youth Camp
This is our traditional summer program that we have run for many years. The schedule includes arts and crafts, fun with fitness, climbing wall, field day, swimming, and other sports-related activities.
Rec Sports Adventure Camp
This program is designed for older campers and, as the name suggests, those who have an adventurous spirit. We are only able to offer 1 week this year, but it will be the most awesome week of adventure possible. The schedule includes high ropes, climbing wall, paddling at Lake Herrick and making ice cream.
Registration:
Camp registration will begin on Monday, March 4 at 8:30 a.m. online at shop.recsports.uga.edu. Please see our updated registration steps in the next section. Also please review our Parent Handbooks for more information:
Youth Camp
Adventure Camp
Youth Camp Sessions: Adventure Camp Sessions:
Week 1: May 28 – May 31 Week 1: May 28 – May 31
Week 2: June 3 – June 7
Week 3: June 10 – June 14
Normal Hours of Camp:
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (Drop Off begins at 8:45 a.m. Pick Up begins at 2:45 p.m.)
Early Drop Off – 7:45 a.m. – 8:15 a.m. (see cost below)
Late Pick Up – 4:45 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. (see cost below)
Pricing:
Youth Camp: Adventure Camp:
$140 per camper per week $150 per camper
$20 per camper – Early Drop Off $20 per camper per week – Early Drop Off
$20 per camper per week – Late Pick Up $20 per camper per week – Late Pick Up
Rec Sports Youth Camp Refund Policy:
a. Full Refund minus processing fee – If the camper provides more than one month notice a full refund minus a processing fee will be given.
b. Partial Refund Possible – If less than a months’ notice is given and another camper is available to take the vacated spot, a full refund minus processing fee will be given. If there is not another camper to take the vacated spot, a 50% refund will be given.
Step 1. Visit shop.recsports.uga.edu and select “Sign In” using your UGA MyID and password.
Step 2. Click the icon for “Programs.”
Step 3. Click “Youth Camp” under the Classification filter, and then “Summer 2024” under the Semesters filter.
Step 4. Select the week, age group, and program (Youth Camp or Adventure Camp) for which you would like to register your camper.
Step 5. If you need to add a dependent to your account, you can add your dependents under “Add Family.”
Step 6. Sign the waiver and answer the additional registration questions. Then, select “Add to cart.”
Step 7. Select “Optional Add-Ons” if applicable then select “Add & Continue”.
Step 8. You can either check out or “Continue Shopping” if you need to add additional weeks or campers.
There may be additional forms sent to you prior to camp to complete and send with your child (lunch menu for week 1, permission to administer medication, etc.). So please make sure you provide the email address where you would like to receive these notifications. If you have any questions, please email us at recsports@uga.edu.
Once per week we will take the campers on a field trip around Athens. Previous field trips have included an early showing of a new movie, bowling and Rush Athens to name a few.
Are any meals provided?
– Lunch will need to be provided each day by the parent/guardian.
– *Exception: We will provide lunch on Friday, May 31st for the shortened first week.
– During the day we will provide snacks.
Does my camper need a change of clothes?
– We will notify parents/guardians of days we will be in the pool or having water games on field days. On these days, a change of clothes will need to be provided along with bathing suits and towels.
How can I pick my camper up early?
– You can call the main office at 706-542-5060 if a change is needed on the day of pick up.
– You can email Jason James at jamesja@uga.edu if any adjustments in your campers day will need to be made.
If you have other questions please review our parent/guardian handbook. For any other questions you can email Jason James at jamesja@uga.edu.
Are any meals provided?
– Lunch will need to be provided each day by the parent/guardian.
– *Exception: We will provide lunch on Friday, May 31st to compensate for the shortened first week.
– During the day we will provide snacks.
What is the schedule for Adventure Camp?
-Week 1 of Adventure Camp will include high ropes, swimming, paddling at Lake Herrick, learning knots, climbing at the climbing wall, and making ice cream. We will not be leaving campus.
Does my camper need any prior outdoor experience to be successful?
– No! All your camper needs to be successful is an adventurous spirit and willingness to try new things.
Does my camper need a change of clothes?
– We will notify parents/guardians of days we will be in the pool or field days. On these days, a change of clothes will need to be provided along with swimsuits and towels.
How can I pick my camper up early?
– You can call the main office at 706-542-5060 if a change is needed on the day of pick up.
– You can email J.T. Schexnayder at jtschexnayder@uga.edu if any adjustments in your camper’s day will need to be made.
If you have other questions please review our parent/guardian handbook. For any other questions, you can email J.T. Schexnayder at jtschexnayder@uga.edu.