G-Prep Cross Country Camp | A camp designed to meet the needs of all levels of runners interested in cross country, consisting of four runs, team-building activities and a designing of a summer running schedule. Coed, grades 1-12. June 4-7 (grades 1-8), June 15-18 (boys, grades 9-12) and June 18-20 (girls, grades 9-12). $50-$195. gprep.com
Kung Fu Little Dragons | A class to introduce children to Kung Fu, mixing basic moves to walking, punching, kicking and more. Ages 4-6. Summer sessions offered June 5-Aug. 27, meets Mon/Wed or Tue/Thu, from 5:45-6:15 pm. At East West Martial Arts & Body Works, Spokane. $40/session. spokaneparks.org
Aikido Kids | This beginners' program teaches etiquette, footwork, falls and basic movement. Ages 6-13. Sessions offered June 5-Aug. 28; meets Tue/Thu, 5-6 pm. At Spokane Roshinkan Aikido Dojo. $65/session. spokaneparks.org
Kung Fu for Youth | Basic skills are taught in a positive atmosphere to students of any fitness level. Ages 7-17. Summer sessions offered June 5-Aug. 28; meets Mon/Wed or Tue/Thu from 6:15-7 pm. At East West Martial Arts & Body Works, Spokane. $67/session. spokaneparks.org
Youth Multi-Sport Camp | One-week camps offer youth an opportunity to learn new skills, or continue developing skills, and to discover a sport that sparks their interest, including basketball, soccer, football, volleyball, floor hockey, and more. Ages 5-11. June 11-15, 8 am-noon (ages 5-7), 1-5 pm (ages 8-11). $175/session. workforcetraining.nic.edu 208-769-3333
Bloc Yard Summer Climbing Camps | Kids learn basic and advanced climbing techniques, problem solving, proper climbing etiquette, climber's safety, and more in sessions led by professionally-trained staff. Ages 6-17. Weekly sessions offered June 18-Aug. 24, Mon-Fri (8 am-noon or 1-5 pm). At Bloc Yard Bouldering Gym, Spokane. $200/session. blocyardgym.com 822-7604
Skyhawks Lacrosse | Kids get an introduction to one of the oldest sports in North America that's now also the fastest growing. Athletes learn fundamentals and basic techniques to play. Coed, ages 6-12. Held at parks and schools in the Spokane/Coeur d'Alene area. June-August; see site for complete list of dates and locations. $74-$139/session. skyhawks.com
SuperTots Multi-Sport | Depending on the session, young athletes learn fundamental skills and rules in soccer, basketball, baseball, football, and flag football through games and drills. Ages 2-6. Sessions offered June 18-Aug. 18, meeting once weekly. Sessions are held at parks and schools in the Spokane/Coeur d'Alene area; see site for complete list of times and locations. $42-$120/session. supertotsports.com
Swim Lessons | Small class sizes help young swimmers get lots of one-on-one time with instructors in an outdoor pool. Levels 1A-7 available. Membership is not required to take swim lessons; summer memberships are available to participate in daily open swim sessions. June 18-Aug. 30, two-week sessions meet Mon-Thu for 30-35 min. classes between 8 am-noon. $60 ($50 groups of 3 or more). chesterhillspool.com [email protected]
Ultimate Sports Camp | Kids play traditional sports and also learn skills in skateboarding, BMX biking and more. Ages 6-12. Weekly sessions offered June 18-Aug. 24, meets Mon-Fri, 8 am-4 pm. At Dwight Merkel Sports Complex. $139/session. spokaneparks.org
Whitworth Tennis | Weekly sessions for players of all levels are held every Tuesday and/or Thursday evening, from 6:30-7:30 pm (beginner/intermediate juniors) and from 7:30-9 pm (advanced juniors). Ages 6-18. Drop-in style program, billed at the end of each month. $10-$15/session. whitworthpirates.com 999-3496
YogaJoy Yoga Camps | A fun and playful introduction to yoga, mindfulness, and meditation. Kids learn breathing techniques to reduce stress/anxiety, and foundational poses to improve coordination, focus, confidence, and balance. Ages 3-8. Sessions offered June 18-22, July 23-27 and Aug. 20-24. Morning (10:45 am-noon) and afternoon sessions (3-4:15 pm) are split by age group. See website for details and to register. $50/session; $12/drop-in. yogajoynorth.com 290-5086
Youth Adventure Camp | A five-day camp exploring the great outdoors of North Idaho including rock climbing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, sailing, hiking, whitewater rafting and more. Includes rental fees and transportation. Ages 12-16. Sessions offered June 18-22, June 25-29, Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm. At North Idaho College. $285/session. workforcetraining.nic.edu 208-769-3333
Disc Golf Flight School | Students learn basic techniques in this beginner class, including driving, throwing, mid-range shots and putting. Ages 10+. Sessions on June 23, July 28 and Aug. 25, 1:30-3 pm. At Liberty Park. $40/session. spokaneparks.org
NIC Wrestling Camp | The largest summer wrestling camp in the Northwest, offering instruction in collegiate-style wrestling with emphasis on takedowns. Coaches on site include former Olympians and collegiate coaches. June 23-27 and June 27-July 1 (high school only), July 5-8 (K-8 and girls) and July 5-8 (intensive camp). At North Idaho College. $320-$395. nicwrestling.com 208-755-1634
Nike Junior Golf Camp | Campers of all abilities enjoy daily instruction and course play under the direction of university coaches Lisa Johnson and Kelli Kamimura, including a mix of golf and fun, off-the-course activities. Ages 10-18. June 24-27. Hosted by WSU and U of Idaho. Resident/commuter options. $495-$895. ussportscamps.com
G-Prep Wrestling Camp | An overnight camp for high school wrestlers; details TBA. June 25-29. Contact Danny Pearson at [email protected]. $250. gprep.com
Horseback Riding Camp | A horsemanship program offering half-day riding camps. Ages 8-13, open to all skill levels. Sessions offered June 25-29, July 16-20, July 30-Aug. 3 and Aug. 20-24; meets Mon-Fri, 8:45 am-noon. Only 10 spots open per session. At Relational Riding Academy in Cheney. $250/session. relationalridingacademy.com 290-4301
Shuttlefreaks Badminton Camp | The 15th annual camp introduces new players to the sport and sharpens skills of intermediate players. Players work on mobility, match play drills and more. Ages 7-15. Sessions June 25-28 and July 9-12, 9 am-3 pm. At Sacajawea Middle School. $96. spokaneparks.org
Skyhawks Golf | Camps teach the fundamentals of golf including swinging, putting and body positioning, with all equipment provided. Camps held at local parks and schools throughout the Spokane/Coeur d'Alene area. Boys and girls ages 5-11. Camps offered June-August; see site for complete list of dates and locations. $109-$159/session. skyhawks.com
Skyhawks Multi-Sport + Mini-HawkS Camps | A multi-sport program to give kids an introduction to sports such as basketball, baseball, soccer, flag football, ultimate frisbee and more. Ages 4-12, with sessions for younger athletes (Mini-Hawks Camps). Camps are hosted at parks and schools in the Spokane/Coeur d'Alene area. Sessions are offered June-August; see site for complete list of dates and locations. $109-$159/session. skyhawks.com
Skyhawks Sports Sampler | A one-day session to offer kids a solid introduction to multiple sports in one setting, including basketball, soccer, baseball, volleyball, golf and flag football. Ages 4-12. Camps are hosted at parks and schools in the Spokane/Coeur d'Alene area. Sessions are offered June-August; see site for complete list of dates and locations. $25-$39/session. skyhawks.com
Skyhawks Track & Field/Cross Country | Kids can train for the upcoming cross-country season in the fall, or be introduced to the variety of events in the sport of track and field. Coed, ages 5-12. At parks in the Spokane area. June-August; see site for complete list of dates and locations. $75-$139/session. skyhawks.com
Wild Walls Indoor Climbing Camp | Kids can experience bouldering, top roping, knot tying, belaying, slacklining, rappeling, ascending, crate stacking and more. Ages 9-14. Sessions June 25-29, July 9-13, July 16-20 and July 23-27; meets 9 am-2 pm. $250-$300/session. wildwalls.com 455-9596
Youth & Teen Hike + Paddle | Explore the trails of Camp Sekani Park followed by a flatwater paddle on the Spokane River (all equipment and instruction provided). Ages 8-14. Offered June 27, July 11 and July 18, noon-4 pm. $29/session. spokaneparks.org
Skyhawks Tennis | Camps teach proper grip, footwork, strokes, volleys, serves and game rules and etiquette. Camps held at parks and schools in the Spokane/Coeur d'Alene area. Coed, ages 6-12. Offered July-August; see site for complete list of dates and locations. $84-$129/session. skyhawks.com
Iron Wood Throwers Camp | The 29th annual camp for track and field throwing athletes offers instruction from notable and former Olympians and world record holders. July 9-14. Resident/commuter options. At North Idaho College, CdA. $450-$695. ironwoodcamp.com
Youth Climbing Camp | A three-day camp covering the basics: safety, equipment use, trust, communication and fun. Climb the new indoor climbing wall at NIC's Student Wellness and Recreation Center as well as natural areas of Post Falls' Q'emilin Park. Ages 12-16. $135. workforcetraining.nic.edu 208-769-3333
Youth Sailing Camp | NIC Outdoor Pursuits' sailing team gets youth off to a fun, safe start in sailing, with a variety of boats used. Campers learn proper use of equipment, safety and terminology. Ages 12-16. July 9-13, from 8 am-noon. At North Idaho College. $225. workforcetraining.nic.edu 208-769-3333
Gonzaga Tennis Camps | Camp offers daily examination of the fundamental strokes of tennis, pinpointing areas that can help you develop your game to the fullest. Includes breakdowns of doubles and singles strategy, and competitive match play. Ages 8-18. July 15-20 and July 22-27 (high school camp; ages 13-18.) $425-$875. zagstenniscamps.com 280-8427
Hockey Ministries Camp | Campers receive instruction on the ice, along with other activities including character-building exercises and more, in a faith-based setting. Boys, ages 9-17. July 15-20. At EWU Cheney. $615. hockeyministries.org 995-5700
Climbing Adventure Camps | Kids learn and hone their climbing skills indoors and outdoors, and play team-building games. Ages 8-15. July 16-20 (ages 8-11) and Aug. 6-10 (ages 12-15). $299. spokaneparks.org
SYSA Flag Football | Learn the fundamentals of flag football through drills teaching technique and form. Camp culminates with a game. Grades 1-6. July 16-19, 10:30 am-noon. At the SYSA Indoor Center. $60. sysa.com/football
Youth Speed and Agility | Whether you play soccer, basketball, or run track, this session helps improve your sports performance. Athletes work on running mechanics, multi-directional quickness, and participate in drills in order to build their speed, agility, and quickness. Ages 13-18. July 16-20; sessions offered from 8-10 am or 1-3 pm. $95/session. workforcetraining.nic.edu 208-769-3333
Archery Introduction | Learn the basics of archery with skilled professionals from the Evergreen Archery Club. Ages 8+. Sessions on July 21 and Aug. 11 from 10 am-1 pm. At Palisades Park. $24/session. spokaneparks.org
Pole Vault Club | The USA Track & Field Club, coached by Brendon Algeier, aims to help athletes of all ages to improve their technique, and reach their goals. For details about this year's camp, email Brendon at [email protected]. Dates and other details TBA. Price TBA. gprep.com ♦
