Holiday/Schools Out Camps

provided by Junction Place Sportsplex

Sports. Movement. Safety.

Our guiding principals of All Sports Camps offered throughout the year @ Junction Place Sportsplex!


Our mission is to provide engaging, age appropriate sports and movement curriculum in a safe and intentionally designed space to allow for children to learn, grow, and explore new disciplines by exposing each camper to a comprehensive schedule of games and instruction, mixing in a little bit of silliness, all with the aim to instill a love of sports, teamwork, and self for each camper who joins our diverse community of participants!

Open to boys and girls ages 5-12 (2021 saw 71% male and 29% female registrations)
While we won't sell or promise a five star athlete when your child comes home, (though, we absolutely love to see the huge transformation and improvements our campers earn through their effort) we can assure your child will come home TIRED, happy, confident in their progress while being ready to discuss all the fun they had today and how excited they are for tomorrow!

Weekly, Daily and Half Day Registrations


Early Bird Pricing means your commitment to our camp and staff is returned in our commitment to your family's finances in exponentially more expensive world!

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Holiday Camp Pricing


Little Sluggers

The "Little Sluggers" (5-6 yrs) will see an emphasis on personal skill development and refining of gross and motor skills..Campers in this age group will see a balance in process based learning and exploratory learning via movement. Our aim is to allow campers to explore and learn through their own experiences while at the same time preparing them for the group dynamics of team sports. Campers will participate in baseball, basketball, flag football, soccer specific instruction and training on a daily basis. Gameplay, both traditional games and "goofy games", will also be a part of the daily schedule to make sure that we are cultivating young athletes who enjoy going to camp and learning new techniques and gameplay!

Emerging Stars

The "Emerging Stars" division (7-9 yrs) will see an emphasis on personal skill development. Each day will see campers participate in speed and agility component that translated to enhanced functional movement and body control. Campers will participate in baseball, basketball, flag football, soccer specific instruction and training on a daily basis. Gameplay, both traditional games and "goofy games", will also be a part of the daily schedule to make sure that we are cultivating young athletes who enjoy going to camp and learning new techniques and gameplay!


Hall of Fame

The "Hall of Famers" (10-12 yrs) will see an emphasis on personal skill development and leadership training. Each day will see campers participate in speed and agility component that translated to enhanced functional movement and body control. Campers in this age group will learn how to lead by taking charge of some collaborative projects (equipment storage tasks, lunch systems, etc). Campers will participate in baseball, basketball, flag football, soccer specific instruction and training on a daily basis. Gameplay, both traditional games and "goofy games", will also be a part of the daily schedule to make sure that we are cultivating young athletes who enjoy going to camp and learning new techniques and gameplay!

FAQ's

Q: What is the age range for campers? A: Camp is open to boys and girls 5-12 years old as of their first day of camp

Q: Is this camp only for highly competitive athletes? A: Absolutely not! Our campers bring a wide range of experience and interest in and participation in organized sports ranging from never played to competitive travel ball player! Our belief is that every child has the ability to learn and grow as an athlete, teammate and person. We are extremely intentional with how we plan our curriculum, hire our staff, set up our physical space and how we group or campers! This approach allows us to mesh individuals of all different experience and ability levels to create a place for each camper to find their "space" within the group dynamic while also improving their own skills, self-confidence and sportsmanship. Our "secret sauce" is in planning. Being sure to set up a schedule that balances traditional sports and training with less conventional, "silly games" and activities, is how we are sure to provide a the love of movement and development of skills for each camper!

Q: What types of sporting activities will the a 10-12 year old be participating in? A: 10-12 year old boys and girls will see instruction and game play in baseball, basketball, flag football, and soccer on a daily basis. We will also participate in "silly games" that are designed to promote dynamic and functional movements, develop teamwork and leadership skills, and increase critical thinking while having a lot of fun!  

Q: What types of sporting activities will the a 10-12 year old be participating in? A: 10-12 year old boys and girls will see instruction and game play in baseball, basketball, flag football and soccer on a daily basis. We will also participate in "silly games" that are designed to promote dynamic and functional movements, develop teamwork and leadership skills, and increase critical thinking while having a lot of fun!  

Q: What types of sporting activities will the a 7 -9 year old be participating in? A: 7-9 year old boys and girls will see instruction and game play in baseball, basketball, flag football and soccer on a daily basis. At this age, a huge focus will be place on sportsmanship- ya know, learning how to win AND how to lose. Be prepared to have a worn out camper full of epic stories of games and competitions each afternoon! 

Q: What types of sporting activities will 5-6 year olds be participating in? A: 5-6 year old boys and girls will see an introduction to baseball, basketball, flag football and soccer. However, "silly games" and "chill zone", which promote gross and fine motor skills as well as better understanding the concepts associated with being part of a team, will be what they talk about most as soon as they hop in the car!  

Q: What will a typical day of camp look like? 

7:30-8:45 AM- Early Morning Care (not mandatory/ $7/Day/Child) 

8:45-9:00 AM- Camper Arrival 

9:00-9:15 AM- Intro Activity for Each Camp Group 

9:15-9:20 AM- Morning Meeting with review of daily schedule and expectations for campers & coaches 

9:20-10:00 AM- LS (5-6 yrs): Soccer Drills/Games - ES (7-9 yrs): Football Drills/Games - HOF (10-12 yrs): Basketball Drills/Games 

10:00-10:15 AM- Power Quarter Hour Speed and Agility Training (All Groups- But Still in Separate Spaces) 

10:15-10:45 AM- LS (5-6 yrs): Silly Game (Ga Ga Ball) - ES (7-9 yrs): Soccer Drills/Games - HOF (10-12 yrs): Football Drills/Games 

10:45-11:15 AM- LS (5-6 yrs): Lunch - ES (7-9 yrs): Kickball/Baseball Games - HOF (10-12 yrs): Silly Game (Ga Ga Ball) 

11:15-11:45 PM- LS (5-6 yrs)"Chill Zone" /ES (7-9 yrs) Lunch - HOF (10-12 yrs): Baseball Game 

11:45-12:15 PM- LS (5-6 yrs) finish "Chill Zone" - ES (7-9 yrs) Board Games - HOF (10-12 yrs): Lunch 

12:15-12:45 PM- LS (5-6 yrs) Baseball Batting Tees/Game - ES (7-9 yrs) Silly Game (Battle Ball) - HOF (10-12 yrs) Board Games 

12:45-1:15 PM- LS (5-6 yrs) Silly Game (Thunderball) - ES (7-9 yrs) Basketball Drills/ Game - HOF (10-12 yrs) Baseball Cages/Field 

1:15-1:45 PM- LS (5-6 yrs) Flag Football Drills/Games - ES (7-9 yrs) Tennis Drills/ Game - HOF (10-12 yrs) Golf Drills/Mini-Games 

1:45-2:15 PM- LS (5-6 yrs) Basketball Drills/Games - ES (7-9 yrs) Capture the Flag - HOF (10-12 yrs) Soccer Drills/Games 

2:15-2:45 PM- LS (5-6 yrs) Sharks and Minnows - ES (7-9 yrs) Soccer Drills/Games - HOF (10-12 yrs) Silly Game (Battle Ball) 

2:45-3:00 PM- End of Day Meeting/Wrap-Up and Gather of all Belongings for Carpool 

3:00-3:15 PM- Camp Dismissal 

3:15- 5:30 PM- After Care (board games and movement activities- light snack provided to all participants around 3:45 PM)  


Q: What gear should my child bring to camp? A: Athletic clothes and tennis shoes are the only materials required. Baseball gear (glove, bat, helmet) are not required but encouraged to bring daily unless otherwise stated. Camp will supply all gear, however, baseball specific work is best to do with the same gear you will use in games/practices outside of camp. ​ 


Q: Do you have to purchase lunch from Junction Place Sportspslex or can you bring your own food? A: Lunches from home can be brought daily (no dietary restrictions at this time, but as allergies can factor, parents will be made aware if any restrictions are needed). Food for purchase will be available as part of your registration process in the near future (still working out details). Questions? Email text/call us at 504-356-1812


TESTIMONY 


"I absolutely love Junction Place Sportsplex. All of the staff are super friendly. My son absolutely enjoys the individualized baseball lessons and has a blast at summer camp . My son has not only grown as a baseball player but it’s the overall genuine concern for my son’s happiness and enjoyment while playing the sport that i appreciate.. The staff are super responsive to all requests and questions. The facility is well maintained and so glad that we stumbled upon this sport’s gem."— Brandi G