Summer Sports Camps


Summer Sports Camps 2023

There are thirteen different sports camps this summer. The camps listed below include: Baseball, Advanced Baseball Clinic, Co-Ed Soccer, Girls Advanced Soccer, Girls Basketball, Girls Lacrosse, Boys Lacrosse, Cheerleading, Running, Softball, Volleyball, Co-Ed Basketball and Field Hockey. Subject to change.

To register for ANY of these camps below:

  • Register online at Vestalny.myrec.com, and pay with credit card for immediate confirmation. If you do not have an account, please create an account with your household information. Be sure to add all the members of your household into the account. Don't forget to enter your cell phone number so we can text you any last minute program changes. 
  • OR
  • Look under "Registration" in the menu on the left and print a form and mail in a check.

Advanced Baseball Clinic
Join us for a three day clinic that will teach championship level drills and skills, and how to have fun playing baseball. Learn competitive strategies and how to train and practice like an experienced player. Bring sneakers, cleats, glove, water and snack.

Dates:  July 5 - 7, 2023 (Wednesday - Friday)

Director:
Rob Carr, Vestal Boys Modified Baseball Coach

Times: 9:00 - 11:30 AM

Ages: 10 - 12 years


Cost: $45.00
Resident     $55.00 Non-Resident

Location:
Little League Field, Clayton Ave.

To Register: Register online at Vestalny.myrec.com
or fill out a registration form from the menu on the left and mail with fee to the Recreation Department.

Use Code: TCBC



Baseball Camp 
This camp will cover all baseball fundamentals, including the offensive elements of the game: hitting, bunting, and base running. The defensive elements: catching, throwing, fielding, and fielding by position. Pitching mechanics and demonstrations. Open to boys and girls. Participants must provide own glove, sneakers or cleats, snack and a water bottle with name on it.

Dates: June 26 - 29, 2023 (Monday - Thursday)

Director: Rob Carr, Vestal Boys Modified Baseball Coach

Times: 9:00 - 11:30 AM

Ages: 7 - 12 years    Participants divided by age.

Cost: $50.00 Vestal Resident     $60.00 Non-Resident 

Includes:  T-shirt and pizza party.

Location:  Little League Field, Clayton Ave.

To Register: Register online at Vestalny.myrec.com or fill out a registration form from the menu on the left and mail with fee to the Recreation Department.
Use Code: BASE


Boys Lacrosse Camp - NEW DATES - August 7 - 11 (update 4/27/23)
Learn all phases of lacrosse this summer. Skills include: passing, catching, cradling, scooping ground balls, shooting, dodging, defensive and offensive strategy, face-offs and goalkeeping.

Dates: August 7 - 11, 2023 (Monday - Friday) (dates have changed since originally publicized)

Director: Chris Dutkowsky, Vestal Boys Varsity Lacrosse Coach

Times: 9:00 - 11:30 AM

Ages: 7 -14 years (Participants divided by age) 

Cost: $55.00 Resident  $65.00 Non-Resident

Includes: T-shirt, lacrosse ball, awards, games and pizza party. Goalie sticks, gloves, helmets, shoulder pads and mouth guards are provided. 
Please Note: Participants must provide lacrosse stick, arm pads and water bottle. 

Location: Vestal High School Dick Hoover Stadium, Woodlawn Dr.

To Register: Register online at Vestalny.myrec.com or fill out a registration form from the menu on the left and mail with fee to the Recreation Department. 
Use Code: BLX


Cheerleading Camp - FULL - we are taking a waiting list
Spend a fun filled week dancing, cheering, and jumping. Girls will learn basic arm motions, jumps, as well as an original dance and cheer. Participants will be working on the fundamentals every girl should know before trying out for CYO. This camp is a great opportunity to learn if cheerleading is the sport for you!

Dates:  June 26 - 29, 2023 (Monday - Thursday)

Director: Amie Pitman, VYFL Cheerleading Director

Times: 9:00 - 11:00 AM

Ages: 4 - 10 years (Participants divided by age)

Cost: $45.00 Resident   $55.00 Non-Resident

Includes: T-shirt, pompoms and pizza party.

Location:  Vestal High School Main Gym, Woodlawn Dr.  

To Register: Register online at Vestalny.myrec.com or fill out a registration form from the menu on the left and mail with fee to the Recreation Department. 
Use Code: CHR


Co-Ed Basketball Camp - FULL - taking a waiting list 
Learn all phases of basketball this summer. Skills include dribbling, passing, foul shooting, rebounding, and shooting. Individual and team skills will be stressed with fun while learning. Open to boys and girls. Participants will be divided by age and ability.

Dates:  July 10 - 14, 2023 (Monday - Friday)

Director: Rob Carr, Vestal Boys Varsity Basketball Coach

Times: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Ages: 8 - 15 years

Cost:  $55.00 Resident     $65.00 Non-Resident

Includes: T-shirt, contests, team games and pizza party.

Location: Vestal High School Main Gym, Woodlawn Dr.

To Register: Register online at Vestalny.myrec.com or fill out a registration form from the menu on the left and mail with fee to the Recreation Department. 
Use Code: BBLL


Co-Ed Soccer Camp

Learn soccer skills and tactics in an instructional environment that is challenging and fun! The focus of the camp will be to develop skills of the game through many exciting activities. Skills taught will include ball control, passing, receiving, shooting/finishing, and goalkeeping. Individual defending and attacking skills and tactics will also be covered. Both boys and girls are welcome and participants will be grouped according to age. Bring a  water bottle with your name marked on it. Wear shin guards and sneakers or cleats (no sandals).

Dates: July 17 - 21, 2023 (Monday - Friday)

Director: Gina Talbut, Vestal Girls Varsity Soccer Coach

Times & Ages & Cost:

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM - 5 - 6 years   Use Code: SOC5-6 - FULL - taking a waiting list
      $40.00 Resident - younger camp
      $50.00 Non-Resident - younger camp

9:00 AM - 11:30 AM - 7 - 12 years  Use Code: SOC7-12  
(7 - 12 years divided by age) 

      $50.00 Resident - older camp
      $60.00 Non-Resident - older camp

Includes: T-shirt and pizza party.

Location:  Vestal High School Dick Hoover Stadium, Woodlawn Dr.

To Register: Register online at Vestalny.myrec.com or fill out a registration form from the menu on the left and mail with fee to the Recreation Department. Use Code listed above.


Girls Advanced Soccer Camp

This camp will include advanced techniques and tactics taught in small and large group game situations. Instruction is designed to meet the needs of high school athletes. The latest in strength and condition training will be used each day. Techniques (skills) necessary to compete at the high school level and beyond will be taught and reinforced through drills and games. Positional roles in different offensive and defensive team strategies will be emphasized. Instruction from highly qualified coaching staff with college soccer experience.

Dates: August 14 - 18, 2023 (Monday - Friday)

Director: Bill Stepanovsky - Vestal Girls Junior Varsity Soccer Coach

Times: 9:00 - 11:30 AM

Ages: 7th - 12th Grades

Cost: $55.00 Resident     $65.00 Non-Resident 

Includes: T-shirt and pizza party.

Location: Ross Corners Park, Old Owego Rd., Vestal

To Register: Register online at Vestalny.myrec.com or fill out a registration form from the menu on the left and mail with fee to the Recreation Department. 
Use Code: GADS


Girls Basketball Camp - NEW for 2023

Learn all phases of basketball this summer. Skills include dribbling, passing, foul shooting, rebounding, and shooting. Individual and team skills will be stressed with fun while learning.

Dates: July 31 -  August 4, 2023 (Monday - Friday)

Director: Nick Anderson, Vestal Girls Varsity Basketball Coach

Times: 9:00 - 11:30 AM

Ages: 7 - 12 years

Cost: $55.00 Resident     $65.00 Non-Resident 

Includes: T-shirt, contests, team games and pizza party.

Location: Clayton Avenue Elementary Gym, Clayton Ave

To Register: Register online at Vestalny.myrec.com or fill out a registration form from the menu on the left and mail with fee to the Recreation Department. 
Use Code: GBB


Girls Field Hockey Camp
This camp will focus on skill development through exciting drills and games. Skills taught will include dribbling, passing, receiving, positioning, shooting and goalkeeping. Includes drills for specific situations, conditioning techniques and game play.

Dates:  August 7 - 11, 2023 (Monday - Friday)

Director: Vickie Sax, Vestal Girls Varsity Field Hockey Coach

Ages: Kindergarten (must be 5 at start of camp) - 6th Grades - Participants will be divided by age.

Times: 4:00 - 6:00 PM

Cost: $50.00 Resident   $60.00 Non-Resident

Includes: T-shirt, ball and pizza party.

Location: Vestal High School Dick Hoover Stadium, Woodlawn Dr. 

Please Note: Participants must provide shin guards, sneakers, goggles (optional), and your own stick. Bring a water bottle with your name marked on it.

To Register: Register online at Vestalny.myrec.com or fill out a registration form from the menu on the left and mail with fee to the Recreation Department.
Use Code: FHCA


Girls Lacrosse Camp
This camp will emphasize stick skills with a focus on fundamental passing and catching techniques, dodging, draws, ground balls, basic defensive techniques and effective offensive concepts. Small group instruction will allow for individual attention. Players will be grouped by skill level to allow proper skill progression and success. Skills will be taught through drills and fun activities that allow participants to develop confidence and to enjoy the game of lacrosse. Small group team activities will be introduced as well as our famous T-shirt activity, where each player designs and makes their own Vestal lacrosse t-shirt. 

Dates:  July 10 - 14, 2023 (Monday - Friday)

Director: 
Jeremy Daino, Vestal Girls Varsity Lacrosse Coach

Times: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Grades:  3rd - 10th  

Cost: $50.00 Resident   $60.00 Non-Resident

Includes: T-shirt, lacrosse ball, awards, contests, games and pizza party.

Please Note: Participants must provide girls lacrosse stick. Mouth guards and goggles are provided. (participants may bring own goggles)

Location: Vestal High School Dick Hoover Stadium, Woodlawn Dr.

To Register:  Register online at Vestalny.myrec.com or fill out a registration form from the menu on the left and mail with fee to the Recreation Department.
Use Code: GLX


Running Camp - NEW for 2023

Learn the fundamentals of running while having fun, meeting new friends, and engaging in friendly physical challenges. Participants will leave the camp with greater self-confidence and an appreciation for running. The camp is led by coaches from the Vestal Cross Country and Track & Field programs. Participants should dress according to the weather, wear running/athletic sneakers, and bring water and a healthy snack.

Dates: July 24 - August 11, 2023 (Monday, Wednesday, Friday)

Director: Ron O'Shea, Vestal Modified Cross Country and Track & Field Coach

Times: 9:00 - 11:00 AM

Grades: 4th - 6th 

Cost: $50.00 Resident     $60.00 Non-Resident 

Includes: T-shirt and pizza party.

Location: Vestal High School Dick Hoover Stadium, Woodlawn Dr.

To Register: Register online at Vestalny.myrec.com or fill out a registration form from the menu on the left and mail with fee to the Recreation Department. 
Use Code: RUN


Softball Camp - FULL - taking a waiting list 
This camp will cover all softball fundamentals, including The offensive elements of the game: hitting, bunting, and base running. The defensive elements: catching, throwing, fielding, and fielding by position. Introduction to beginning/intermediate pitching mechanics. Participants must provide their own glove, sneakers or cleats. Bring a bat and helmet if you have one.

Dates:  July 10 - 14, 2023 (Monday - Friday)

Director: Kristen Duff, Vestal Girls JV Softball Coach

Times: 9:00 - 11:00 AM

Ages: 8 - 15 years (Participants divided by age)

Cost: $50.00 Resident   $60.00 Non-Resident

Includes: T-shirt and pizza party.

Location: Vestal High School Softball Field, Woodlawn Dr.

To Register: Register online at Vestalny.myrec.com or fill out a registration form from the menu on the left and mail with fee to the Recreation Department. 
Use Code: SOFT


Volleyball Camp 
Learn the fundamentals of volleyball. They include: bumping, setting, serving, and game situations through fun drills and game play. Open to boys and girls. Attended primarily by girls.

Director:
Joe Nemecek, Vestal Girls Varsity Volleyball Coach

Grades (entering in Fall), Times and Dates: All Camps run Monday - Friday

6th - 8th grades - July 17 - 21, 2023 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 NOON
Use Code: VB6-8
    
3rd - 6th grades - July 17 - 21, 2023 - 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Use Code: VB3-6

7th - 8th Grades - July 24 - 28, 2023 - 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Use Code: VB7-8

9th - 12th Grades - July 24 - 28, 2023 - 12:00 Noon - 2:30 PM
Use Code: VB9-12

Cost: $50.00 Resident   $60.00 Non-Resident

Includes: T-shirt and pizza party after each camp.

Location: Vestal High School Main Gym, Woodlawn Dr.

To Register: Register online at Vestalny.myrec.com or fill out a registration form from the menu on the left and mail with fee to the Recreation Department. Use Code listed above.