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Sports Camp

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Expert instruction in eight sports.

6 weeks | June 21-July 29
9 am-3:30 pm
Boys and girls ages 6-14

Please note: Due to the June 20 observance of the federal holiday Juneteenth, Sports Camp will begin on Tuesday, June 21. 

Drop-off begins at 8:45, and pickup is no later than 3:45 pm.

$395  June 21-24 (4 days)
$410  June 27-July 1
$395  July 5-8 (4 days)
$410  July 11-15
$410  July 18-22 
$410  July 25-29 
Deposit required: $100 per week enrolled.

Penn Charter’s Sports Camp is open to girls and boys ages six to 14 and is designed for the athlete who truly loves sports. Open to the beginner, intermediate and advanced athlete, the camp will offer instruction, competition, coaching, games and fun in eight sports per week.

Weekly sports: basketball, soccer, flag football, baseball/softball, floor hockey, team handball,volleyball, Ultimate Frisbee and swimming. Choice sports: archery and tennis. Tournaments, skill contests, swim and trips.

Two sports will be offered each day, Monday through Thursday. There will be instruction, skill development and team competition in each sport daily. Skill contests will take place throughout the summer. Teams will be assembled based on age, skill level and desire of the camper. Experienced teachers and coaches will work directly with the campers on a daily basis to foster self-confidence, sportsmanship and good competitive habits.

The camp fee covers all regularly scheduled activities and instruction, including Friday treats and a camp T-shirt. Penn Charter will provide all equipment for campers. Personal equipment is optional but encouraged due to covid-19 safety.

Program Highlights

Two sports will be offered each day, Monday through Thursday. There will be instruction, skill development and team competition in each sport daily. Skill contests will take place throughout the summer. Teams will be assembled based on age, skill level and desire of the camper. Every Tuesday and Thursday campers will attend swim. Experienced teachers and coaches will work directly with the campers on a daily basis to foster self-confidence, sportsmanship and good competitive habits.

The camp fee covers all regularly scheduled activities and instruction, including Friday treats and a camp T-shirt. Penn Charter will provide all equipment for campers. Personal equipment is optional but encouraged due to covid-19 safety.

 

Special Features:

  • Weekly tournaments: The week will culminate with a sport-specific tournament each Friday. A recognition ceremony will honor the accomplishments of the campers throughout the week. Campers will be recognized for good sportsmanship, attitude, cooperation and teamwork.

  • Skill contests.

  • Cooperative activities. Campers will engage in large and small group activities that promote team building, strategy, fair play and teamwork.

  • Clinics and guest speakers: Past guests have included Philadelphia Soul Football, Harlem Globetrotters,  Philadelphia Phoenix professional Frisbee team, Scholar Athlete Advantage and George Pagano (who rowed across the Atlantic Ocean).

  • Trips. This year, due to covid-19 restrictions, we will not have off-campus trips.

  • Lunch. Also this year, we will not offer a lunch option because of covid-19 safety. Campers must bring their own lunch and beverage and will need their own water bottle; water will be available throughout campus.

2022 Enrollment Information for Day Camp, Sports Camp, Performing Arts Camp

Enrollment is limited, so please register early. A deposit of $100 per week enrolled in Day Camp, Sports Camp or Performing Arts Camp is due at the time of registration. We accept credit card, money order, cash or check payable to William Penn Charter School. There is also a $25 registration fee for each applicant (whether attending one or multiple camps). Full payment is due by June 1. Payments made after June 1 must be in the form of credit card, money order or cash. A $25 administrative fee will be charged for any changes made to the application after it has been submitted.

Please note: This year we are not able to offer a lunch option or extended-day. Campers must bring their own lunch, including a beverage.

The camp fee covers all regularly scheduled activities, including a camp T-shirt. Campers must provide their own lunch, including a beverage.

All campers must have a physical examination prior to camp. Print and complete this physical exam form for each camper and returned to the summer camp office before the first day of camp.

By registering, campers and their families agree that should they develop any symptoms in the weeks leading up to camp or during camp, (or have exposure to persons who are ill with covid-19 symptoms) they will immediately and voluntarily withdraw from participation in the camp until they have confirmed negative test results and are cleared by a physician. 

Welcome letters are available here or on our registration site:
Day Camp welcome letter
Sports Camp welcome letter
Performing Arts Camp welcome letter 

Contact Information

For general questions about Penn Charter Summer Camps or for questions about Sports Camp, contact:
Jeff Humble, Director of Summer Camps
jhumble@penncharter.com 
215-844-3460 ext. 373
 
For questions involving Day Camp, contact:
James Bolden, Director of Day Camp
jbolden@penncharter.com
 
For the Summer Camps office, contact:
summercamps@penncharter.com
215-844-3460 ext. 364