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2022 Camp Guide | Sports & Fitness
April 2022, updated 6/28/22
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MCG CHEER CAMP
- Magic City Gymnastics
- https://magiccitygymnastics.com/ | 406-221-2424
- Grades 1st & up
- July 5-7, 9am-2pm // July 25-28, 2:30-5:30pm
- Cost: $165/week
- Includes pom-poms and a t-shirt
STEEPWORLD CLIMBING & FITNESS SUMMER CAMPS
- steepworld.com | 406-969-2500
- Ages: 6-16, TU-F: 10am-2pm all summer long
- Cost: $179/session, discounts available
- Active summer fun!
THE ROCK CHURCH SPORTS CAMP | LAUREL
- 406-628-6200
GYMNASTICS CLASSES
- Billings Gymnastics School
- www.billingsgymnastics.com | 406-259-2237
- Ages: 18 months-18 years old
- From beginner to advanced, we have a class for everyone. High level and top-notch instruction with years of experience.
TUMBLING CLASSES
- Billings Gymnastics School
- www.billingsgymnastics.com | 406-259-2237
- Ages: 6-18 years
- Classes for every ability - from no experience, to advanced. Knowledgeable, highly experienced, and attentive instruction.
NINJA CLASSES AT BILLINGS GYMNASTICS SCHOOL
- Billings Gymnastics School
- www.billingsgymnastics.com | 406-259-2237
- Ages: 4-12 years
- Builds total body strength, increases self-discipline, and burns off energy. Caring, passionate, and experienced instructors. Nonstop movement, new challenges weekly.
LINEMAN CAMP
- Yellowstone Youth Football
- www.YellowstoneYouthFootball.org
- Grades: 3rd-8th
- June 4 | 3-5pm & 7-9pm
- Location: Rocky Mountain College
- Cost: $100
- Trench Camp!
BILLINGS SHOWCASE FOOTBALL CAMP
- Rocky Mountain College
- www.rocky.edu/camps | chris.stutzriem@rocky.edu
- Session 1: June 6, 6-8:30pm
- Session 2: June 15, 6-8:30pm
- Session 3: June 26, 6-8:30pm
- Grades: Incoming 9th-12th graders, post-high school players with college eligibility
- Cost: $40
- Location: RMC Herb Klindt Field
- Parking: RMC parking lots off of Rimrock Rd - no permit required.
- RMC football coaches and the Battlin' Bear football staff help aspiring football players hone in on their position skills. Camp will challenge players using agility stations, provide offensive and defensive (players to select one) group skills and drills, host kicker competitions and 1-on-1 competitions. Official measurements/times recorded in - height, weight, 40-yard dash, 5-10-5 shuttle, and broad jump.
- *Bring your own cleats. *Quarterbacks & kickers bring your own football(s).
RMC BATTLIN' BEAR YOUTH FOOTBALL CAMP
- Rocky Mountain College
- www.rocky.edu/camps | chris.stutzriem@rocky.edu
- Session 1: June 6-8 | Session 2: June 27-29
- Time: 9-11am | Ages: 6-13
- Cost: $90/session (includes t-shirt)
- Location: RMC Herb Klindt Field
- Parking: RMC parking lots off Rimrock Rd, no permit required
- The RMC football coaches and the Battlin' Bear football staff are excited to give kids ages 6 to 13 the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of every phase of football: offense, defense, and special teams. Emphasis on developing football skills at every position. Campers need shirts, shorts, and shoes/cleats. Prizes given away daily.
- Important info: All sessions taught and supervised by RMC coaches and staff; this is a completely non-contact camp.
RMC BATTLIN' BEAR GIRLS BASKETBALL CAMP
- www.rocky.edu/camps | wes.keller@rocky.edu
- Session 1: June 6-8 | Session 2: June 20-22
- Time: 1-4pm | Grades K-8th
- Cost: $100 (includes t-shirt & b-ball), $10 late fee after May 30
- Location: RMC Fortin Education Center First Interstate Court
- Parking: RMC parking lots off of Rimrock Rd, no permit required
- This is a great opportunity for girls, regardless of ability or skill level, to gain an understanding of the game, practice fundamentals, and learn the importance of team play. Campers will be separated according to age & skill level to ensure an optimal learning and competitive environment. Fundamentals, fun, and teamwork will be stressed throughout the camp on both the offensive and defensive ends of the court.
RMC BATTLIN' BEARS BOYS BASKETBALL CAMP
- Rocky Mountain College
- www.rocky.edu/camps | dreikosw@rocky.edu
- Session 1: June 6-8, 9am-12pm
- Grades: 1st-8th
- Session 2: June 20-22, 9am-12pm
- Grades: 4th-8th
- Cost: $100 (includes t-shirt & b-ball), $10 late fee after May 30
- Location: RMC Fortin Education Center First Interstate Court
- Parking: RMC parking lots off of Rimrock Rd, no permit required
- Camp is designed to help build a strong foundation of the fundamentals needed to become a successful basketball player. This is a great opportunity for aspiring basketball players to gain an understanding of the game, practice the fundamentals, and learn the importance of team play. Good attitude and having fun are emphasized throughout the week.
RMC SOCCER ACADEMY
- Rocky Mountain College
- www.rocky.edu/camps | duffyr@rocky.edu
- June 6-10, 9am-12pm
- Grades K-8th
- Cost: $125 (includes t-shirt & soccer ball)
- Location: RMC Wendy's Soccer Field
- Parking: RMC parking lots off of Rimrock Rd, no permit required
- Developing individual technique and love for the game is the focus of this fun and entertaining experience. Campers will be exposed to the fundamentals of soccer using the game's approach to teaching. Small-sided games give the players the ability to practice what they have learned in a game-like situation.
RMC VOLLEYBALL ELITE SKILLS & COMPETITION CAMP
- Rocky Mountain College
- www.rocky.edu/camps | yangy@rocky.edu
- June 12-14 | Grades 9th-12th
- Session 1: 9am-2pm (1-hr break 11am-
- 12pm)
- 12-2pm
- Session 2: 3-8pm (1-hr break 5-6pm)
- Cost: $155 (includes t-shirt & v-ball)
- Location: RMC Fortin Education Center First Interstate Court
- Parking: RMC parking lots off of Rimrock Rd, no permit required
- Camp emphasizes individual skills for the elite player combined with team concepts for athletes in grades 9-12. Camp focuses on all aspects of the game. Participants will compete in teams after the 1-hour break, parents are welcome to watch.
SPORTS CAMP SERIES
- Billings Parks and Recreation
- www.billingsparks.org | 406-657-8371
- Register online beginning April 1!
Youth Soccer Camp
- Session 1: June 27-July 1
- Session 2: July 18-22
- Ages: 3-5 | 10:45am-12pm
- 6-8 | 9-10:30am
- 9-11 | 1-3pm
- Cost: $75
- Location: Amend Park
- Focused on increasing skill, building self-confidence, and enthusiasm about soccer. Our quality instructors are ready to kick a goal with your young athlete in this engaging camp! Bring closed-toe shoes, water, and wear comfortable clothes.
Volleyball Camp
- July 25-29
- Ages: 7-9 | 9-10:30am
- 10-13 | 11am-1pm
- Cost: $75
- Location: North Park Center
- Increase your athlete's understanding and confidence by working on skills with our patient staff! Coaches use positive reinforcement during camp. Please wear closed-toe shoes, comfortable clothes, and bring water.
Flag Football
- August 8-12
- Ages: 5-8 | 9-10:15am
- 9-12 | 10:30am-12pm
- Cost: $75
- Location: Veterans Park
- Are you looking to get your child into football without the fear of contact? Enroll them in our flag football camp. This camp will get participants involved and active, while promoting cooperative play. Campers will participate in a variety of football related drills and games.
Basketball Camp
- July 13-17
- Ages: 6-8 | 9-10:30am
- 10-12 | 11am-1pm
- Cost $75
- Location: North Park Basketball Courts
- This camp is a slam-dunk! Campers will focus on skill development and build their self-confidence as an athlete. By incorporating teamwork and minimizing competitive play, this camp will enable participants to advance their skills and knowledge of the game.
2022 YEGEN KIDS GOLF CAMP AGES 6-14
- Yegen Golf Club
- yegengolfclub.com | 406-656-8099
- June 14-Aug 2, TU & TH
- Ages 6-7: 8-9am
- Ages 8-9: 9-10am
- Ages 10-11: 10-11am
- Ages 12-14: 11am-12pm
- Cost: $200 | Registration opens April 1
- Yegen Golf Club’s award winning junior golf camp is back for the 2022 summer. Head Golf Professional Jared Strickland will be in his 5th year as camp director. After being named an honorable mention Top 50 U.S. Kids Teacher for 2018 and 2020, Jared and his staff are excited to start this year with the new and improved U.S. Kids Golf Program; the program now offers junior golfers up to 8 levels of education. Teaching alongside Jared will be his Assistant Golf Professional Andrew Cortez as well as some of the area’s top college and high school golfers. Each year we strive to keep a 7:1 student to teacher ratio during camp.
- We encourage kids to bring their own clubs but it is not required.
2022 YEGEN KIDS ADVANCED GOLF CAMP AGES 13-17
- Yegen Golf Club
- yegengolfclub.com | 406-656-8099
- June 14-Aug 2, M & W
- Ages 13-17: 9-10am
- Cost: $200 | Registration opens April 1
- Yegen Golf Club’s award winning junior golf camp is back for the 2022 summer. Head Golf Professional Jared Strickland will be in his 5th year as camp director. After being named an honorable mention Top 50 U.S. Kids Teacher for 2018 and 2020, Jared and his staff are excited to start this year with the new and improved U.S. Kids Golf Program; the program now offers junior golfers up to 8 levels of education. Teaching alongside Jared will be his Assistant Golf Professional Andrew Cortez as well as some of the area’s top college and high school golfers. Each year we strive to keep a 7:1 student to teacher ratio during camp.
- We encourage kids to bring their own clubs but it is not required.
RMC VOLLEYBALL SKILLS CAMP
- Rocky Mountain College
- www.rocky.edu/camps | yangy@rocky.edu
- June 15-17
- Session 1: Grades 5th-6th, 9am-12pm
- Session 2: Grades 7th-8th, 1-4pm
- Grades: 5th-6th & 7th-8th
- Cost: $135 (includes t-shirt & v-ball)
- Location: RMC Fortin Education Center First Interstate Court
- Parking: RMC parking lots off of Rimrock Rd, no permit required
- Camp emphasizes individual skills for younger players combined with team concepts for athletes. Camp focuses on all aspects of the game. Parents are welcome to watch.
NBC BASKETBALL OVERNIGHT CAMP
- Rocky Mountain College, Billings
- nbccamps.com/basketball | 800.406.3926
- July 5-8, July 7-11, July 18-21
GIRLS NINJA WARRIOR CAMP
- Billings Parks and Recreation
- www.billingsparks.org | 406-657-8371
- M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm | Cost: $195/week
- Ages 9-13
- Week 1: July 18-22
- Week 2: Aug 1-5
- If your girl has energy and a quest for adventure, this camp is perfect for her! In partnership with the Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming, these girls will discover their inner courage and harness their ninja skills in a series of great activities and challenges. Girls will swim, paddle, and climb their way to become the ultimate ninja warrior!
CHEER & DANCE CAMP
- Billings Parks and Recreation
- www.billingsparks.org | 406-657-8371
- July 11-15
- Ages: 4-7, 9-10:30am
- 8-11, 11am-1pm
- Cost $75
- Location: North Park Center Gym
- Designed for those with spirit, enthusiasm, and energy for leading a crowd. Campers will work all week developing a cheer routine to share with their grown ups on Friday. The skills you can expect to learn at this camp include low level tumbling on mats, rhythmic movements, chants, and beginner stunts.
RMC SOCCER GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL ID CAMP
- Rocky Mountain College
- www.rocky.edu/camps | duffyr@rocky.edu
- August 1-4 | Grades 9th-12th
- Each participant schedule includes two 90-min field sessions & 1 60-min class session. Specific times are between 9am-9pm (TBA)
- Cost: $150 (includes t-shirt)
- Location: RMC Wendy's Soccer Field & RMC Herb Klindt Field
- Parking: RMC parking lots off of Rimrock Rd, no permit required
- The ideal camp for high school players looking to prepare themselves for the upcoming HS season. Players assigned to a specific team and receive instruction in technical and tactical field performance followed by classroom sessions focused on nutrition, sports psychology, strength training, and college recruiting. Additionally, participants will perform in 11 vs 11 games. This camp helps prepare individuals & teams for the demands of a HS season in a challenging and competitive environment.
RACQUET SPORTS CAMP
- Billings Parks and Recreation
- www.billingsparks.org | 406-657-8371
- August 1-5
- Ages: 7-12 | Cost $75
- Location: North Park Center Gym
- Campers will Serve, Slam, and Paddle their way through a week's worth of Racquet Sports. An introduction to Tennis, Pickleball, and Badminton will be taught with an emphasis on fundamentals, game play, and the importance of lifetime sports.
MSUB YELLOWJACKET SUMMER ATHLETICS CAMPS
- Montana State University Billings
- Please visit www.msubcamps.com or call 406-657-2369 for more information.
CAMP OF CHAMPIONS (PLENTYWOOD)
- held at Plentywood High School
- Register by June 1 via mail: Billings West High ℅ Jim Stergar 2201 St. Johns Ave, Billings, MT 59102 | jim.stergar@gmail.com (pay via Venmo @campofchampions) | Note which camp you're signing up for
- Day-of registration also available ($100) | Boys & Girls Basketball Camps
- June 9-11 | Grades: Incoming 1st-7th (pre-registered: $85) & 8th-12th (pre-registered: $95)
- Grades 1-7 | 8am-10:30am
- Grades 8-12 | 11am-2pm
- Basic fundamentals: Ball handling, shooting technique, footwork, passing, agility. Competitions: 3-2-1, x-outs, mikan, 1 on 1, 2 on 2, 3 on 3 tournaments. Awards: Camper of the Week, Hustle Award
CAMP OF CHAMPIONS (BILLINGS)
- held at Billings Central High School
- Register June 1 via mail: Billings West High ℅ Jim Stergar 2201 St. Johns Ave, Billings, MT 59102 | jim.stergar@gmail.com (pay via Venmo @campofchampions) | Note which camp you're signing up for
- Day-of registration also available ($100) | Boys & Girls Basketball Camps
- June 13-16 | Grades: Incoming 1st-5th (pre-registered: $85) / 6th-8th (pre-registered: $95 / 9th-12th (pre-registered: $95)
- Grades 1-5 | 8am-10am
- Grades 6-8 | 10:30am-1pm
- Grades 9-12 | 1:30-4pm
- Basic fundamentals: Ball handling, shooting technique, footwork, passing, agility. Competitions: 3-2-1, x-outs, mikan, 1 on 1, 2 on 2, 3 on 3 tournaments Awards: Camper of the Week, Hustle Award
Originally printed in the April 2022 issue of Simply Local Magazine
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