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Summer Camps
High Point Parks & Recreation offers high-quality, affordable summer camp programs with arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor play and social time in a safe environment. Register for all programs by visiting our website or calling our office at 336.883.3469.
Discovery Sports Camp (Ages 6 - 9 & 10 - 12)
Discovery Summer Sports camp is an opportunity for athletes to learn new skills and sharpen their abilities over the summer. Staff and camp counselors with vast sports experience will facilitate this exciting program!
Morehead Recreation Center
Mondays - Fridays, July 10 - July 28, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
$50 per week
Registration is per week in either age group. $10 nonrefundable/non-transferrable deposit required for each week.
Summer Tennis Camps (Ages 6 - 18)
This camp for beginners covers all the basic skills of tennis, enabling each player to move to the next level. Learn how to keep score, learn the rules and etiquette of the game and learn how to rally and play points against one another to make learning the game fun and easy!
Our Intermediate Camp players are near the competitive level. Emphasis on point play will be stressed, as well as proper technique and court movement. These players are beginning to understand the importance of more serious tennis focus and play.
Oak Hollow Tennis Center
Monday - Friday, July 10 - Aug. 18, 9 a.m. - noon
$150 registration fee per week, $40 drop-in per day
Trailblazers Camp (Rising Grades 7 - 9)
Summer camp for older campers offers opportunities to develop leadership skills and a passion for recreation. Ours is filled with arts & crafts, field trips, team sports and much more. Be prepared to have tons of fun with plenty of laughs, smiles and adventures! Campers will receive a t-shirt. No camp Tuesday, July 4.
Oakview Recreation Center
Mondays - Fridays, July 3 - Aug. 11, 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. $80 per week, $70 per additional child ($64 for July 3 week)
Registration is per week. $10 non-refundable/nontransferrable deposit required for each week.
Camp Ann (Ages 11+)
Campers will enjoy a summer of fun, crafts, games, time with friends and much more! Snacks will be provided daily. For more information, please contact Stephanie Hedgecock at 336.883.3477 or stephanie.hedgecock@highpointnc.gov.
High Point City Lake Park Meeting and Event Center
Monday - Friday, July 10 - 14 (Middle/High School)
Monday - Friday, July 17 - 21 (Middle/High School)
Monday - Friday, July 24 - 28 (Adults)
Monday - Friday, July 31 - Aug. 4 (Adults)
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
$50 per camper/per week + $25 per camper/per week for transportation (if needed)
High Performance Summer Camp (Ages 14 - 18)
If you are interested in competing at the high school or tournament level, this tennis camp will help prepare you for success! Comprised of drills and competitive play, our focus is on developing footwork, fitness, technique, rallying skills and competitive tactics and strategy.
Oak Hollow Tennis Center
Monday - Friday, July 10 - Aug. 18, noon - 3 p.m.
ASPIRE'S
$175 registration fee per week, $40 drop-in per day
No camp the week of July 3.
ASPIRE stands for Adaptive Sports, Programs and Inclusive Recreation. ASPIRE offers a variety of programming meant to keep participants continually active, social and engaged. Friends of all abilities are welcome! For more information on programs, please call 336.883.3477.
The Miracle League of High Point: 2023 Fall Season (Ages 5+)
Everyone deserves the chance to play baseball! This program teaches youth, teens and adults with physical, intellectual and developmental disabilities the foundational skills of baseball through game play, sportsmanship and social engagement with peers. Please contact Timpani Troxler, Miracle League manager, at 336.883.3483 or timpani.troxler@ highpointnc.gov for more information.
High Point Athletic Complex
Fridays & Saturdays, Sept. 8 - Oct. 14
Fridays, 6 - 8 p.m., Saturdays 9 a.m. - noon
Free
ASPIRE Kickball (Ages 5+)
"Kick back" with us this summer as you participate in our recreational kickball program! People of all abilities will enjoy going head-to-head with other players while learning the sport of kickball. Advance registration is not required. For more information, please contact Timpani Troxler at 336.883.3483 or e-mail timpani.troxler@highpointnc.gov.
The Miracle League Field
Saturdays, July 8 - Aug. 19, 10 - 11 a.m.
Free
ASPIRE Cheer Clinic (Ages 8 - 35)
Keep calm and cheer on with our ASPIRE squad! We'll learn the basics of cheerleading with experienced instructors and volunteers from local schools. We welcome cheerleaders of all abilities; no audition is needed. Free
Allen Jay Recreation Center
Wednesday, Aug. 9, 16, 5 - 7 p.m.
Free
Super Social Supper Club (Ages 8+)
Learn the basics of restaurant etiquette through this fun and social program. Learn how to place a food order, pay a bill and calculate a tip. All registered participants need to bring money, arrive at 6 p.m. and be picked up by 7:30 p.m.
Various Locations
Wednesdays, July 26, Aug. 30, 6 - 8 p.m.
Participant is responsible for the cost of the meal.
Special Olympics Guilford/High Point Golf Practice (Ages 8+)
Athletes interested in golf will practice for the fall 2023 season. Registration is required; please contact Stephanie Hedgecock at stephanie.hedgecock@highpointnc.gov or 336.883.3477.
Oak Hollow Golf Course
Sundays, Aug. 20 - Sept. 24, 5 - 6 p.m.
Free
You can register for all programs by visiting our website or calling our office at 336.883.3469.
Special Olympics Guilford/High Point Bocce Practice
(Ages 8+)
You must attend practices to be considered for the 2023 fall state tournament. Registration is required; please contact Stephanie Hedgecock at stephanie.hedgecock@highpointnc.gov or 336.883.3477.
Morehead Recreation Center
Mondays, Aug. 21 - Sept. 25, 6 - 7 p.m.
Free
Special Olympics Guilford/High Point Soccer Practice
(Ages 8+)
The program will be facilitated by Special Olympics coaches and Parks & Recreation staff. Attendance at these practices is required to be considered for Special Olympics state tournament.
Morehead Recreation Center
Mondays, Aug. 21 - Sept. 25, 6 - 7 p.m.
Free
Special Olympics Guilford/High Point Softball Practice
(Ages 8+)
Athletes must attend practices to be considered for the 2023 Special Olympics fall state tournament. Registration is required; please contact Stephanie Hedgecock at stephanie. hedgecock@highpointnc.gov or call 336.883.3477.
Allen Jay Recreation Center
Tuesdays, Aug. 22 - Sept. 26, 6 - 7 p.m.
Free
ASPIRE FunFitness (Ages 13+)
Step into action and move your feet; we'll have fun as we go along with the beat! Each class features different forms of exercises with wellness habits that can be applied to everyday life. For more information and to register, please contact Leanne Lyons at 336.883.3481 or leanne.lyons@ highpoingnc.gov.
Southside Recreation Center
Tuesday, July 11 (Dance Fitness)
Tuesday, July 18 (Spin Class; limited to 10 participants)
Tuesday, July 25 (Gym Circuits)
Tuesday, Aug. 1 (Yoga)
5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Free
High Point Adaptive Paddling Experience (Ages 15+)
Grab your paddle and come on! GetOutdoors and High Point Parks & Recreation are partnering to provide an adaptive paddling experience for people of all abilities on beautiful Oak Hollow Lake. For more information or to register, please visit https://shopgetoutdoors.com/pages/book-online.
Oak Hollow Marina
Registration Dates: April 7 - June 12
Monday, July 17, 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Fee: $20, paid to GetOutdoors
Visually Impaired Variety Club (Ages 18+)
This monthly recreation program provides moral support and social engagement for individuals with vision impairments and their families. Activities vary by location and time each month. Interested participants must register the Friday before the program date.
Various Locations
Saturday, July 15, 10 a.m. - noon
Saturday, Aug. 19, 10 a.m. - noon
ADA Sensory Stations (Ages 18+)
In celebration of the Americans with Disabilities Act, ASPIRE is hosting an awareness event to help people experience the barriers persons with disabilities can encounter every day. For more information, please contact Leanne Lyons at 336.883.3481 or email leanne.lyons@highpointnc.gov.
Morehead Recreation Center
Wednesday, July 26, 11a.m. - 1 p.m. Free
Lucky Strikes Bowling (All Ages)
Looking for some weekend fun? Bowlers, friends and families of all abilities are welcome. Ramps are available if needed. Bowlers will pay High Point Bowling Center directly for their games, not to exceed two games per week. All bowlers must be registered and paid by 9:45 a.m. each week.
High Point Bowling Center
Saturdays, July 15 & 29, 10 a.m. - noon
Saturdays, Aug. 12 & 26 - 10 a.m. - noon
$2.50 per game - paid directly to the bowling center.
Cookout & Swim Party (All Ages)
The fun kicks off with a cookout at 5:30 p.m., followed by swimming and water slides at 6:30 p.m.!
High Point City Lake Park
Wednesday, July 12, 5:30 - 8 p.m.
Free
You can register for all programs by visiting our website or calling our office at 336.883.3469.