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Summer Discovery Camps
Westminster Christian Academy offers a series of one-week day camps each summer for students in grades K to 12. These camps are held at Westminster's campus in Creve Coeur and are taught by Westminster teachers and coaches. From sports to fine arts to fun academic camps, we're confident that your child will enjoy his or her experience at Summer Discovery!
Contact Susie Brown, Summer Discovery administrator, at 314.997.2901 ext.124 or sbrown@wcastl.org if you have questions.
Register online for Summer Discovery.
Coed Camps
Improv Theater
Grades 5-8
Students will learn the basics of improvisation though the Viola Spolin method and through games, games and more games! Students will perform for family and friends on Friday, July 23. This camp is led by Westminster teachers Kelly Gilbert and Ila Klemm.
Dates: July 19-23, Monday to Friday
Time: 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Fee: $100
Golf
Grades 5-12
Golfers will develop putting, chipping, iron, and driver skills through fun contests and a 9-hole championship tournament. Camp will be held at the Family Golf Center. Participants should bring their own golf clubs. Led by Steve Bradley, Westminster varsity golf coach.
Dates: June 1–4, Tuesday to Friday
Times: 9–11 a.m.
Fee: $150 (includes all golf fees)
Soccer
Grades K-8
Your child will learn proper techniques, position training and basic tactics through group instruction and competitive play. Each participant should bring a soccer ball with his/her name written on it, shin guards, cleats, tennis shoes, water bottle, lunch, swim suit and towel. Led by Dan Legters, Westminster varsity soccer coach.
Dates: June 7-11, Monday to Friday
Times: 9 a.m.–3 p.m., 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Friday
Fee: $140
Tennis
Grades 3-9
Morning camps are for beginners who are unable to sustain a rally by hitting the ball back and forth. The intermediate camp is for players who can sustain a rally with some success. The tournament session is for players who are ready to compete against a variety of players. Each participant should bring his/her own racket, tennis shoes and water bottle. Led by Nathan Talley, Westminster varsity tennis coach, and members of the varsity team.
Beginner Session 1 is now full.
Beginner Session 2
Dates: June 14–18, Monday to Friday
Times: 8:30–11 a.m.
Fee: $85
Intermediate Session
Dates: June 7–11, Monday to Friday
Times: 12–2:30 p.m.
Fee: $85
Tournament Session (Grades 5–9)
Dates: June 14–18, Monday to Friday
Times: 12–2:30 p.m.
Fee: $75
Camps for Girls
Basketball
Grades 4–8
Your child will spend the week working on her shooting form, with special focus on free throws. Players will work on their skills through shooting games and full court scrimmages. Led by Steve Stipanovich, Westminster varsity girls’ basketball coach and former professional basketball player.
Dates: June 28–July 2, Monday to Friday
Times: 1–3:30 p.m.
Fee: $90
Cheer
Grades K–5
Your daughter will have fun learning cheers, chants, jumps and a brief dance while building confidence, using proper technique and learning to be part of team. Participants will present their skills in a performance for family and friends on Thursday, July 1 at 11 a.m. Led by Kellie Kane, Westminster varsity cheer coach.
Dates: June 21–June 24, Monday to Thursday
Times: 9 am.–12 p.m.
Fee: $85
Dance
Grades K–5
Your budding dancer will learn techniques through dance–related games and will learn leadership and teamwork skills that will help her in all areas of life. Dancers will learn an age–appropriate dance routine and performed on Friday, July 23 at 11 a.m., for family and friends. Led by Christi Bye, Westminster varsity dance coach.
Dates: July 19–23, Monday to Friday
Times: 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Fee: $100
Cheer and Dance
Grades 6–8
Campers will work on strength, flexibility and both cheer and dance technique. The girls will learn new cheer and dance routines with a performance for parents and friends on Friday, July 1 at 11 a.m. Led by Westminster middle school cheer and dance coaches Melanie Broyles and Katrina Dalbey.
Dates: July 19–23, Monday to Friday
Times: 9 am.–12 p.m.
Fee: $100
Volleyball
Grades 5–8
Bump, set, spike! Whether your daughter is just getting started or is a veteran on the court, this camp will improve her skills while stressing the fundamentals of good teamwork. Led by Heather Kea, Westminster varsity girls’ volleyball coach.
Dates: July 12–16, Monday to Friday
Times: 9–11:30 a.m.
Fee: $90
Camps for Boys
Baseball
Grades 5–8
At this camp, participants will learn about every aspect of baseball, from throwing and catching to hitting and fielding. Led by Westminster junior varsity baseball coach Slade Johnson.
Dates: June 1–4, Tuesday to Friday
Time: 1:30–4:30 p.m.
Fee: $85
Basketball
Grades 3-5 & 6-8
Your child will learn the fundamentals through 3-on-3, 5-on-5, and other competitive play. Players should bring a lunch, swimsuit and towel. Led by Eric Bain, Westminster varsity basketball coach.
Grades 3–5
Dates: July 6–9, Tuesday to Friday
Times: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Fee: $130
Grades 6–8
Dates: June 14–18, Monday to Friday
Times: 9 a.m.–3 p.m., 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Friday
Fee: $130