suMMER dAY cAMPS

Parks & Rec. offers a variety of day camps each summer in June and July. Complete details below (but are subject to change). Refer to our refund policy for information on class withdrawals and cancellations.

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Programs and use of facilities offered by the Maryville-Alcoa-Blount County Parks & Recreation Commission comply with the current Executive Orders issued by Governor Lee, and is in compliance with guidelines from the CDC. Compliance with the guidelines minimizes the risk of exposure to COVID-19 but cannot eliminate the potential of exposure. Please be vigilant in protecting yourself and others. Our staff is trying to provide the safest environment possible by following current guidelines and committing to follow any additional requirements made by federal, state, and/or local regulations.

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"JUST GET OUTDOORS"
NATURE ADVENTURE CAMP

(Ages 8-12)

This is a fun, outdoor camp that teaches participants about our environmental surroundings in a fun and positive atmosphere. Campers will learn about stream and forest ecology with emphasis on plant and animal biology and animal signs and tracking in a fun camp setting that also includes nature crafts.

A snack, lunch, and water bottle should be brought each day. Rain gear and an extra set of clothes should be brought in a bag with the child’s name on it the first day and left with the camp director.

Dates

May 24-27, 2022 (4 days Tues-Fri)

Location

Harmony Family Center at Montvale (formerly Camp Montvale) 4901 Montvale Road – 15 minutes from downtown Maryville

Time

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Campers can be dropped off between 8:15-8:30 AM each morning.

Cost

$135.00 includes camp keepsake

Director

Liz Domingue, Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist, and Special Guests

EAST TENNESSEE QUARTERBACK
& RECEIVER SCHOOL

(Rising 6th - 8th Graders)

The purpose of this camp is to provide instruction related to passing and receiving the football. The camp will focus on introducing drills and techniques that will help develop skills related to Quarterback and Receiver play. Sports drinks and water will be available to purchase on site. Campers are welcome to bring healthy snacks and/or their own drinks, but breaks will be short. Campers should bring a water bottle, cleats, and tennis shoes for indoor Plyometric training each day. Quarterbacks must provide their own football.

Dates

June 13-15, 2022 (3 days Mon-Wed)

Location

Maryville High School

Time

9:00 AM - Noon

Cost

$75.00 includes camp keepsake

Instructors

Maryville High School Football Staff

FUTURE STARS FOOTBALL
SKILLS CAMP

(Rising 2nd - 5th Graders)

The purpose of this camp is to provide basic fundamental instruction for all offensive and defensive positions relating to the game of football. Our goal is that each camper gains a better understanding of the football positions that they are interested in through various skills and drills. There will be a 20-minute break between the defensive and offensive instruction at which time snacks and drinks will be available to purchase. Campers need to bring a water bottle, cleats, tennis shoes, and a bag to keep personal belongings in each day. Quarterbacks are encouraged to bring their own league regulation ball if they have one with their name on.

Dates

June 20-22, 2022 (3 days Mon-Wed)

Location

Alcoa High School Football Field

Time

9:00 AM - Noon

Cost

$65.00 includes camp keepsake

Director

Brian Gossett, AHS Offensive Line Coach

Marsh Madness
basketball camp

(Boys & Girls Ages 8-12)

Campers will learn valuable skills in their respective positions and basic fundamentals of the game of basketball. Campers should bring lunch & a water bottle or drink or may purchase something from the concession stand.

Dates

June 27-30, 2022 (4 days Mon-Thurs)

Location

Herman Thompson Gym, 532 Faraday Street, Alcoa

Time

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Cost

$85.00 includes camp keepsake

Directors

Dawn Marsh, Former Lady Vol
Micah Marsh, Former Alcoa High School Player and Coach

MLK YOUTH SUMMER DAY CAMP

(Ages 6-12)

Activities include a Literacy program, computer lab, swimming, field trips, games, arts & crafts and more! Breakfast and lunch provided. Children should dress comfortably and bring a water bottle each day.

Dates

June 1 - July 13, 2022 (Monday-Friday)*
*No camp May 30-31, July 4-5, and July 14-15

Location

Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center
209 E. Franklin Street, Alcoa

Time

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Cost

$40.00 per child per week
$25.00 for Weeks 1, 6 & 7 due to no camp on days noted above.*

Pre-registration and payment are required before the start of each week. Limited space available.

Directors

Lilli Brown and Derek Williams

SOftball CAMP

(Rising 3rd - 8th Graders)

Participants will learn the fundamentals of throwing, fielding, hitting, base running and sliding. Campers should bring cleats and tennis shoes, glove, softball pants or sweats (for sliding drills), bat and helmet (optional), a snack and water bottle each day.

Dates

June 6-8, 2022 (3 days Mon-Wed)

Location

MHS Softball Field behind John Sevier Elementary School

Time

9:00 AM - Noon

Cost

$75.00 includes camp keepsake

Director

Joe Michelski, MHS Softball Staff

SPORTS & MORE
KIDS' CAMP

(Ages 5-14)

Campers of all skill levels can participate in this exciting sports-filled camp. Sports stations will be set-up to give children the opportunity to experience as many different activities as possible. Campers will focus on teamwork, individual achievement, and sportsmanship. Our goal is to give your child the most positive sports experience possible, while keeping it fun! Campers should bring lunch and drinks each day. No food available on site except for snacks, which will be available for a small fee.

‍Note: Registration deadlines are listed below. If space is available after those dates, campers may register at the Parks & Rec Administrative Office only, beginning at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday with an additional charge of $5.00 per camper.

Dates

Week 1: May 31 – June 3, 2022 (4 days Tues-Fri)
Registration Deadline: Friday, May 27

Week 2: June 7-10, 2022 (4 days Tues-Fri)
Registration Deadline: Monday, June 6

Location

Everett Recreation Center

Time

7:30 AM - 2:00 PM (Drop-off begins at 7:15 AM)

Cost

$90.00 per week includes camp keepsake
Late Registration: $5.00 per camper

Directors

Geoff Hamm

TRACK & FIELD CAMP

(Boys & Girls Ages 6-12)

The purpose of this camp is to provide instruction related to competing in track and field. The camp will focus on introducing drills and techniques that will help develop speed, proper running form, success in field events (shot put, discus, long jump, high jump, and triple jump), and other important necessities for competing in track and field, and will include instruction for both sprinters and distance competitors. Campers will need to bring a water bottle or something to drink.

Dates

July 11-13, 2022 (3 days Mon-Wed)

Location

Maryville High School Track located at
Coulter Grove Intermediate School

Time

6:00-8:00 PM

Cost

$65.00 includes camp keepsake

Instructors

Maryville High School Track Staff

WRESTLING CAMP

(Ages 6-14)

Campers will learn proper wrestling positions; top, bottom and neutral, and various techniques such as pinning and combinations. Campers will also participate in drills and a takedown tournament/live wrestling session.

Dates

June 13-16, 2022 (4 days Mon-Thurs)

Location

Herman Thompson Gym, 532 Faraday Street, Alcoa

Time

5:00-8:00 PM

Cost

$65.00 includes camp keepsake

Instructor

Brian Gossett

Fitness Stars - Field day fun camp

(Ages 3-6)

Through the Stretch-n-Grow program, campers will have an EXERciting time joining us for 3 days of FIELD DAY FUN! Our days will be filled with relay races, water day games, prizes, crafts, STEM relays, and so much more. We'll race you there! This camp is perfect for both boys and girls. Campers should wear clothes that can get wet on the last day of camp.

Dates

July 11-13, 2022 (Mon-Wed)

Location

Everett Recreation Center

Time

9:30-11:30 AM

Cost

$75.00

Instructor

Christa Black & Staff

Attire

Socks & tennis shoes, T-shirt & shorts, swimsuit under clothes on Wednesday

NEW! PICKLEBALL CAMP

(Ages 11-14)

Pickleball is the fastest growing sport among all age groups, including youth. Basic skills of the game will be taught in this class. Participants should bring a pickleball paddle, water, and a small snack each day. (If you have no access to a paddle, please contact us). Balls will be provided. Attire: Weather appropriate athletic clothing and tennis shoes.

Dates

June 13-16, 2022 (4 days Mon-Thurs) Rain Date: June 17

Location

Pickleball Courts at John Sevier Park

Time

9:00-11:00 AM

Cost

$90.00

Instructors

Patrick Fox and Lisa Burkett

NEW! SWEET & SASSY DANCE PARTY CAMP

By: Stretch-N-Grow (Ages 3-6)

Sugar and spice and everything nice. Join us for a week of sweets! There will be sweet crafts, sweet STEM projects, sweet treats, and sassy dances featuring songs like ice cream freeze, ice cream crazy, cupcake social club and more. Fun for both boys & girls!

Dates

May 23-25, 2022 (3 days Mon-Wed)

Location

Everett Recreation Center

Time

9:30-11:30 AM

Cost

$75.00

Instructor

Christa Black & Staff

Attire

Dance attire or comfortable activewear and socks (ballet shoes optional)

NEW! MUSICAL THEATER CAMP

(Ages 11-15)

Musical comedies involve singing, acting, and movement. Come learn the basics as we stage several scenes that always end in a song (of course)! You may discover a song you can use in a future audition!

Information on the directors and staff, the daily schedule, in addition to the musical production title will be available early March. Although registrants may audition for specific roles, everyone participating will be cast in the final production.

On the last day of camp, friends and family are invited to see the show! Details on production time and location will be provided.

Early registration is highly recommended. In order to help us learn the script and music quickly, participants will be sent information prior to camp. Auditions for specific roles will be conducted prior to camp, and music/scripts will be provided for participants to learn before camp begins.

Campers should bring a snack, lunch and water bottle each day.

Dates

July 11-15, 2022
Registration deadline: July 1, 2022

Location

Springbrook Recreation Center
*Performance will be offsite - location to be announced.

Time

9:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Cost

$135.00 per week includes supplies and camp keepsake

Directors

Ron and Chris Solomon

Additional Instructor

Mark Hamrick

NEW! SPEED & AGILITY CAMP

(Rising 6-9th Graders)

Speed is the deciding factor between average and elite performance. Whether you are trying to increase game performance or running a faster combine time to increase your chances of recruitment and a scholarship signing, getting faster is an essential component of athletic development.

At this camp, you will be trained in speed and agility skills by experienced coaches who have had a hand in developing countless Division 1 athletes in multiple sports. You will be exposed to the best and latest technology in sprint laser timing and velocity-based GPS tracking to assess how you can improve both your running speed and agility so that you can perform better on the field.

This camp will be conducted by Alcoa coaches along with current and former Alcoa athletes. No matter what your goals are for the future or what sport you play, this camp will develop your individual skills. Don't get left behind… take your skills to the next level.

‍Campers should bring a water bottle and tennis shoes each day.

Dates

June 20-22, 2022 (3 days Mon-Wed)

Location

Alcoa High School Football Field

Time

9:00 AM - Noon

Cost

$65.00 includes camp keepsake

Director

Brian Nix, AHS Head Football Coach

suMMER dAY cAMPS

"JUST GET OUTDOORS"
NATURE ADVENTURE CAMP

CAMP CHICKABABA

EAST TENNESSEE QUARTERBACK
& RECEIVER SCHOOL

EAST TENNESSEE FOOTBALL
SCHOOL FOR OFFENSIVE AND
DEFENSIVE LINEMEN

FUTURE STARS FOOTBALL
SKILLS CAMP

Girls volleyball camp (Rising 5th-9th Graders)

Marsh Madness
basketball camp

"GIRLS GOT GAME" BASKETBALL CAMP

MLK YOUTH SUMMER DAY CAMP

SOCCER CAMP

SOftball CAMP

SPORTS & MORE
KIDS' CAMP

TRACK & FIELD CAMP

PERFORMING ARTS CAMP

WRESTLING CAMP

Fitness Stars - Field day fun camp

NEW! PICKLEBALL CAMP

NEW! SWEET & SASSY DANCE PARTY CAMP

NEW! MUSICAL THEATER CAMP

NEW! SPEED & AGILITY CAMP

suMMER dAY cAMPS

"JUST GET OUTDOORS" NATURE ADVENTURE CAMP

CAMP CHICKABABA

EAST TENNESSEE QUARTERBACK& RECEIVER SCHOOL

EAST TENNESSEE FOOTBALLSCHOOL FOR OFFENSIVE ANDDEFENSIVE LINEMEN

FUTURE STARS FOOTBALLSKILLS CAMP

Girls volleyball camp (Rising 5th-9th Graders)

Marsh Madnessbasketball camp

"GIRLS GOT GAME" BASKETBALL CAMP

MLK YOUTH SUMMER DAY CAMP

SOCCER CAMP

SOftball CAMP

SPORTS & MOREKIDS' CAMP

TRACK & FIELD CAMP

PERFORMING ARTS CAMP

WRESTLING CAMP

Fitness Stars - Field day fun camp

NEW! PICKLEBALL CAMP

NEW! SWEET & SASSY DANCE PARTY CAMP

NEW! MUSICAL THEATER CAMP

NEW! SPEED & AGILITY CAMP

"JUST GET OUTDOORS"
NATURE ADVENTURE CAMP

EAST TENNESSEE QUARTERBACK
& RECEIVER SCHOOL

EAST TENNESSEE FOOTBALL
SCHOOL FOR OFFENSIVE AND
DEFENSIVE LINEMEN

FUTURE STARS FOOTBALL
SKILLS CAMP

Marsh Madness
basketball camp

SPORTS & MORE
KIDS' CAMP