SUMMER 2021 
We regret to inform you that due to COVID-19, budget cuts and the use of facilities a few camps have been cut for 2021. Check back for updates. Stay safe and healthy!

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Summer Sports Camps

Enjoy the choice of twelve different sports camps this summer. The camps listed below include: Baseball, Train Like a Champion Baseball Clinic, Co-Ed Soccer, Girls Advanced Soccer, Girls Lacrosse, Boys Lacrosse (TBD), Cheerleading, Softball, Volleyball, and Field Hockey.

To register for ANY of these camps below:

• Register online at Vestalny.myrec.com, with credit card for immediate confirmation.
• OR
• Look under "Registration" in the menu on the left and print a form and mail in a check.

Baseball Camp
The 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: July  - July , Monday - Thursday

Director: Rob Carr - Vestal Boys Modified 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 

Location:  Little League Field, Clayton Ave.

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

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 goal keeping. 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 plastic cleats (no sandals).

Dates: July  - July  - Monday - Friday

Director: Gina Baldwin - Vestal Girls Junior Varsity Soccer Coach

Times & Ages & Cost:

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM - 5 - 6 years   Use Code: SOC5-6
      $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
Location:  TBA
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. Code # listed above.

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  - August  - Monday - Friday 

Director: Bill Stepanovsky - Vestal Girls Varsity Soccer Coach

Times: 9:00 - 11:30 AM

Ages: 7th - 12th Grades

Cost: $55.00 Resident     $65.00 Non-Resident 

Includes: T-shirt

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

Co-Ed Basketball Camp - canceled for 2021
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    Monday - Friday

Director: Rob Carr - Vestal Varsity Boys Basketball Coach

Times: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Ages: 8 - 15 years

Cost:  $55.00 Resident     $65.00 Non-Resident

Includes: T-shirt, one week swim pass, contests, team games, and pizza party

Location: Vestal Senior High School 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

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      Monday - Thursday
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Director:  Jeremy Daino, Vestal Girls Modified Lacrosse Coach
Grades:  3rd - 10th  

Cost: $50.00 Resident   $60.00 Non-Resident

Includes: T-shirt, one week swim pass, 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: TBA

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

Boys Lacrosse Camp - TBA
Learn all phases of lacrosse this summer. Skills include: passing, catching, cradling, scooping ground balls, shooting, dodging, defensive and offensive strategy, face-offs and goal keeping.

Dates: July        Monday - Friday

Director:TBA

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, and games . Goalie sticks, gloves, helmets, shoulder pads and mouth guards are provided. (TBD)
Please Note: Participants must provide lacrosse stick and arm pads. 

Location: TBA

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
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: July  - Monday - Thursday

Director: Katie Donlin, former Vestal Varsity Basketball Cheerleading Coach

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

Location: TBA

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


Train Like a Champion Basball Clinic
Join us for a brand new three day clinic that will teach championship level drills and skills, and how to have fun playing baseball. Learn competitive strategies of a professional baseball player. Learn how to train and practice like an elite player. Must have two years of Little League experience. Bring sneakers, cleats, glove, water and snack.

Dates: August  - August , Tuesday - Thursday

Director: Shawn May, Former Professional Baseball Player

Times: 9:00 - 11:30 AM

Ages: 10 - 12 years. (Two years Little League experience required)

Cost: $45.00 Residents, $55.00 Non-Residents

Location: TBA

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

Softball Camp
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, running shoes or cleats. Bring a bat and helmet if you have one.

Dates: July  - July  - 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 TBA

Location: Harold Moore Park, Old Vestal 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: 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

Ages, Times and Dates: All Camps run Monday - Friday

3rd - 6th grades - July  - 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Use Code: VB3-6

7th - 8th Grades - July  - July  - 9:00 - 11:30 AM
Use Code: VB7-8

9th - 12th Grades - July  - July  - Noon - 2:30 PM
Use Code: VB9-12

Cost: $50.00 Resident   $60.00 Non-Resident

Includes: T-shirt.

Location: Arnold Park, Andrews Rd.

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 Field Hockey Camp
Participants will learn field hockey skills in a challenging and fun environment. The camp will focus on skill development through exciting drills and games. Skills taught will include: dribbling, passing, receiving, positioning, shooting and goal keeping. Includes drills for specific situations, conditioning techniques and game play.

Dates: August  - August,    Monday - Friday

Director: Kelcy Wickman, Fall Recreation Field Hockey League Director

Ages: Kdg (must be 5) - 8th Grades - Participants will be divided by age.

Times: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM 

Location: TBA

Cost: $50.00 Resident   $60.00 Non-Resident

Includes: T-shirt

Please Note: Participants must provide shin guards, running shoes, 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

Basketball Shooting & Conditioning - canceled for 2021
Join us for the developmental shooting program for boys and girls. Includes: sports plyometrics and conditioning techniques.

Dates: July  - August , Tuesday and Thursdays 

Director:  Rob Carr, Vestal Varsity Boys Basketball Coach

Times: 3:00 - 4:30 PM

Ages: 7th - 12th Grade

Cost: $50.00 Resident   $60.00 Non-Resident

Location: Vestal High School 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: BBSH