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Get A Discount on British Soccer Camp or British Multi Camp! Help us house our visiting coaches. If you host a coach in your home during the duration of the camp (1 week), your child will receive a PARTIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($80 Rebate) to attend the camp!!! This offer applies to both The British Soccer Camps and the British Multi Camp.  If you are interested in hosting a coach, call Erin Gonzales at 895-4711 ext. 112.     

 

 

British Multi Camp - New

A multi-sports camp with a difference! 3 hours each day packed with a great mix of traditional British sports. Tag rugby, non-stop cricket, five-a-side soccer, rounders, kick ball, obstacle course and more! And best of all, this camp is staffed by expert British coaches! Community Park.


Registration Deadline 7/1
Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
8052 M-F 7/5-7/9 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 6-16 $123
 

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[Emergency Form]
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[Housing a Brit Info Sheet]



British Soccer Camp

Be a part of this exciting international experience! Actual British soccer coaches will be in Chico to coach both technical and tactical skills. Use the skills you learn from international coaches to help you excel at your game no matter what team you play for. This camp is like no other that you have been a part of. Participants are placed in groups/teams by age. Camp meets at Community Park at the Don Heffron Field. Each participant registered in the program receives a hand stitched soccer ball and t-shirt.

      

"Erich had so much fun and learned so much that as soon as camp was over yesterday he asked to do it again next year!  Head coach Nick was great too.  Answered all questions and was a great inspiration to the kids." - 2009 British Soccer parent

 
Session One: Registration Deadline 6/3
Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
8042 M-F 6/7-6/11 9:00-10:30 AM 3-5 $99
8043 M-F 6/7-6/11 10:40 AM-12:10 PM 3-5 $99
8044 M-F 6/7-6/11 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 6-16 $123
8045 M-F 6/7-6/11 1:00-4:00 PM 6-16 $123
8046 M-F 6/7-6/11 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 6-16 $181
Session Two: Registration Deadline 7/8
Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
8047 M-F 7/12-7/16 9:00-10:30 AM 3-5 $99
8048 M-F 7/12-7/16 10:40 AM-12:10 PM 3-5 $99
8049 M-F 7/12-7/16 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 6-16 $123
8050 M-F 7/12-7/16 1:00-4:00 PM 6-16 $123
8051 M-F 7/12-7/16 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 6-16 $181
                  

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[Housing a Brit Info Sheet]



"Above The Net" Volleyball Camp

Is your child ready to get "above the net?" Our annual summer volleyball camp is back, and we are excited! Not only is this camp a great introduction to volleyball fundamentals, it is packed with a ton of fun and excitement! Your child will love it so much they will be begging you to play in our fall youth league. Community Park Field House.

 

"My kids loved volleyball camp. My kids said it was the "best camp they have ever been to." It was ran very well and the leaders were very friendly. Thanks." - 2009 Volleyball Camp parent

 
Session One: Registration Deadline 5/27
Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
8053 T-F 6/1-6/4 7:30 AM-12:15 PM  7-12 $75
8054 T-F 6/1-6/4 7:30 AM-5:30 PM 7-12 $95
Session Two: Registration Deadline 6/24
Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
8055 M-F 6/28-7/2 7:30 AM-12:15 PM 7-12 $95
8056 M-F 6/28-7/2 7:30 AM-5:30 PM 7-12 $120
Session Three: Registration Deadline 7/15
Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
8057 M-F 7/19-7/23 7:30 AM-12:15 PM 7-12 $95
8058 M-F 7/19-7/23 7:30 AM-5:30 PM 7-12 $120
               

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[Camp Daily Breakdown]

[B-Line Breakdown]

[Parent Handbook]

 


"Hoophead" Basketball Camp

We love basketball! Let our experienced staff give your child a love of the game! Sign them up for a summer camp guaranteed to improve their basketball skills while having a blast.  I bet your child never knew basketball could be this fun.  Community Park Field House. 

 

"Enthusiastic staff, motivated and super positive. Everyone is happy to be here and it shows. Lots of coverage and oversight with kids. I can't wait until next summer." - 2009 Basketball Camp parent
 

Session One: Registration Deadline 6/10
Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
8059 M-F 6/14-6/18 7:30 AM-12:15 PM 7-12 $95
8060 M-F 6/14-6/18 7:30 AM-5:30 PM 7-12 $120
Session Two: Registration Deadline 7/8
Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
8061 M-F 7/12-7/16 7:30 AM-12:15 PM  7-12 $95
8062 M-F 7/12-7/16 7:30 AM-5:30 PM 7-12 $120
Session Three: Registration Deadline 7/29
Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
8063 M-F 8/2-8/6 7:30 AM-12:15 PM  7-12 $95
8064 M-F 8/2-8/6 7:30 AM-5:30 PM 7-12 $120
 
          
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[Camp Daily Breakdown]

[B-Line Breakdown]

[Parent Handbook]


Baseball Camp Featuring an Oakland A's Game Field Trip!
           

Back by popular demand, this camp features four days of baseball instruction, and the fifth day is spent enjoying an Oakland A's baseball game. Our seats are so close to the field, you can smell the players bubble gum. Sign your child up today for the experience of the summer. Community Park.

 

"Rohan loved the baseball camp and learned a lot. He especially loved the charter bus and A's game." - 2009 Baseball Camp parent

 

Registration Deadline: 6/17
Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
8065 M-F 6/21-6/25 7:30 AM-5:30 PM 7-12 $160

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[Camp Daily Breakdown]

[B-Line Breakdown]

[Parent Handbook]

                                                                
                                                               

Flag Football Camp                   

Be ready for sweat, dirt and fun at this camp! This instructional football camp is perfect for your child to improve their football skills without the risk of full-contact injury. Throughout the week, we will work on the basics of passing, running, receiving, and team play. 

 

"We are very pleased with this camp. Our son, Isaac, has had a great deal of fun and wishes it would last all summer. The coaches/staff have done an excellent job and are great with the kids." - 2009 Flag Football parent

 
Session One Registration Deadline: 6/3
Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
8066 M-F 6/7-6/11 7:30 AM-12:15 PM  7-12 $95
8067 M-F 6/7-6/11 7:30 AM-5:30 PM 7-12 $120
Session Two Registration Deadline: 7/1
Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
8068 M-F 7/5-7/9 7:30 AM-12:15 PM  7-12 $95
8069 M-F 7/5-7/9 7:30 AM-5:30 PM 7-12 $120
 
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[Camp Daily Breakdown]

[B-Line Breakdown]

[Parent Handbook]


Olympic Sports Camp

In its 2nd year comeback, we expect everyone to be awed by the opening and closing ceremonies of the CARD Olympic Sports Camp. Come be a part of the camp that is "gold medal" quality.  Olympic Sports Camp provides your child with a fantastic all around sports experience. Get the best of all the sporting worlds in this one week camp guaranteed to bring variety, energy and excitement!

 

"Instructors all had great enthusiasm. His best camp of the year. Thanks, he had a great time and he'll be signed up next year." - 2009 Olympics Sports Camp parent

 
Registration Deadline: 7/22
Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
8070 M-F  7/26-7/30 7:30 AM-12:15 PM 7-12 $95
8071 M-F 7/26-7/30 7:30 AM-5:30 PM 7-12 $120
                      
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[Camp Daily Breakdown]

[B-Line Breakdown]

[Parent Handbook]


Sherwood Forest Disc Golf Camp

Similar to traditional golf, this popular flying disc sport can be played anywhere by people of all ages. Disc golf teaches hand-eye coordination, balance, etiquette, concentration, and an appreciation of natural surroundings.  The Chico area is surrounded by courses perfect for family outings.  This class teaches the fundamentals including disc control, strategy, and rules.  All in a stress free and relaxed outdoor environment. Instructor: Lon Glazner. Camp is held at the Sherwood Forest Disc Golf Course in Hooker Oak Park.

Course # Day Date Time Age Fee
8585 M-F 6/21-6/25 8:00 AM-12:00 PM 9-14 $75

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Tennis Camp

This summer camp is designed for fun, fun and more fun while receiving quality tennis instruction! We believe if you plant tennis in the heart of your child they will never leave it behind. Camps are full of fun and games with different theme days including prize box day and personal achievement awards. Give the gift of tennis for life! Instructor: Raymond Rummell. Camp is held at the Community Park Tennis Courts.

 

Course # Day Date Time Age Fee
8023 M-F 6/7-6/11 8:00-11:30 AM 6-16 $85
8024 M-F 6/14-6/18 8:00-11:30 AM 6-16 $85
8025 M-F 6/21-6/25 8:00-11:30 AM 6-16 $85
8026 M-F 7/12-7/16 8:00-11:30 AM 6-16 $85
8027 M-F 7/19-7/23 8:00-11:30 AM 6-16 $85
8028 M-F 7/26-7/30 8:00-11:30 AM 6-16 $85
8029 M-F 8/2-8/6 8:00-11:30 AM 6-16 $85

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BMX Camp                              

This Olympic sensation is coming to Chico! CARD and Silver Dollar BMX have partnered to bring BMX to Chico this summer. Come and meet our professional instructors, Jake Peebles, Terra Nichols and other national champion instructors.  If you are just beginning, or have some experience in the novice class, you will not want to miss out on Jake's secrets! Beginning camp features basic instruction from the starting gate to the finish line including gate starts, passing, jumps and more!  This camp is open to boys and girls of all ages.  Please visit www.chicorec.com to watch a video of Jake in Action, and download a complete list of bike requirements and safety equipment. To learn more about BMX, visit www.silverdollarbmx.org. 

 

Each camper is required to have an ABA Membership. This is a one time cost of $45 and is good for one year. Current ABA members will need to show proof of membership.  The Membership will give riders access to every ABA track in the United States, as well as a subscription to the BMXer Magazine for 1 year.

 

*SPECIAL OFFER*  Each class member will receive 4 Thursday night practice and race sessions at the Silver Dollar BMX track ($20 value).  Practice is from 6:00pm to 7:00pm with racing starting shortly thereafter.  Camp is held at the Silver Dollar BMX track.

 

Course # Day Date Time Age Fee
8030 M-F  6/7-6/11     8:00AM-12:00PM 3+ $110
8031 M-W 6/14- 6/16 8:00AM-12:00PM 3+ $75
8032 M-F  6/21-6/25 8:00AM-12:00PM 3+ $110
8033 M-Th  6/28-7/1 8:00AM-12:00PM 3+ $90
8034 M-F  7/5-7/9  8:00AM-12:00PM 3+ $110
8035 M-F  7/19-7/23 8:00AM-12:00PM 3+ $110
8036 M-F  7/26-7/30  8:00AM-12:00PM 3+ $110
8037 M-F  8/2-8/6 8:00AM-12:00PM 3+ $110
 

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Camp
Triathlon

This adventurous camp is an introduction to the world of triathlons.  Safety and fun are the priorities as campers work on each of the disciplines: swimming, biking and running.  Campers will also learn how to perform the transitions from one activity into the other and the benefits of proper nutrition.  The first 4 days of camp are spent participating in activities that teach kids how to be a successful triathlete.  The last day, each camper will compete in an age appropriate distance race and receive a certificate and medal.  The base location is the CARD Community Center, swimming will take place at Shapiro pool, biking and running will take place at One Mile in Bidwell Park.  The camp is offered by Megan DeGirolamo and Phil DeGirolamo , a USATriathlon Level 1 Certified Coach.

Course # Day Date Time Age Fee
8653 M-F 6/21-6/25 9:00 am-1:00 pm 7-17 $170
 
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