Summer is fast approaching and pretty soon our homes will be bustling with kids off from school looking for things to do.
As parents, a full summer of entertaining children can be challenging, particularly when it comes to getting the kids active outdoors in the heat. Booking a camp in advance not only guarantees you a spot but will also add some structure to your summer. In addition, your kids will have something to look forward to, as well as a place to make some new friendships and lasting memories.
Whether they prefer tennis or horseback riding, soccer or hockey, there are many camp options in and around Pottstown area being offered this summer that cater to a variety of ways to get children physically active. The camps aim to suit a wide range of ages and abilities to make them welcoming to all. Here are some convenient day camps to consider that cover a wide range of interests.
TENNIS CAMP
Greater Pottstown Tennis & Learning
GPTL is a nationally recognized tennis and learning non-profit organization. Their camps are held at Maple Street Park in Pottstown for ages 5 to 12. One week is offered in June and one in August. Their coaches mentor tennis instruction for all ages and levels.
For more information and to register visit: www.greaterpottstowntennis.org
HORSEBACK RIDING CAMP
Innova Riding Stables Summer Camp
Innova’s camp, catering to ages 4 to 15, offers horseback riding, swimming, barn activities, arts & crafts, horsemanship and more at their farm in Gilbertsville. Their professional team of instructors provides riding instruction in the hunter/jumper discipline to all levels of riders. Week-long day camps are offered from mid-June through mid-August.
For more information and to register visit: www.innovastables.com
MULT-SPORT CAMP
422 SportsPlex Multi-Sport Camp
At The 422 SportsPlex in Pottstown, they offer a multi-sport camp to kids aged 5 to 14 years old. The children are rotated around six different surfaces where they play different sports and games each day. From hockey and handball, to capture the flag and soccer, the variety is sure to be entertaining to your child. Other activities include sidewalk chalk and yard games at their outdoor station.
For more information and to register visit: www.the422sportsplex.com/camps
TRADITIONAL CAMP
Pottstown YMCA Traditional Camp
The Pottstown YMCA offers camps for children aged 6 to 11 who like a wide range of activities from swimming and sports to nature and art. Children are grouped by age and grade. Themes, special activities and events make each week a different adventure for their weekly day camps that run from mid-June through mid-August.
For more information and to register visit: www.philaymca.org/camp/pottstown-area
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