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Summer Camps 2008
We will be offering several exciting and enriching summer camps at all of our campuses
across Jacksonville and Nassau County. Our sports camps have been popular in North Florida for years, but there’s so much more than sports! Camp information will continue as we add new camps, so come back often.
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North Campus, 4501 Capper Road
True North offers growth and learning opportunities that build character and develop leadership, academic, and life skills. On the North Campus of FCCJ, True North provides a safe, secure, and clean environment with breakfast, lunch and snacks furnished each day. Typical activities include: field trips, swimming, service projects, math and reading skill developing, career exploration, and fun.
| Age range of participants: |
Boys entering grades 7–10 at one of the following schools:
Northwestern Middle School, Jean Ribault Middle School, Jean Ribault High School or William M. Raines High School |
| Dates and Times: |
Monday–Friday, July 7–Aug. 11, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. |
| Parent/Student Orientation: |
Monday, July 7, 6 p.m., North Campus Auditorium |
| Cost: |
Free! |
| Enrollment limited to 100 students. View the camp schedule (PDF) or download the application packet (PDF). For additional information, contact Jerry Lewis at 904.766.6725. |
 For the past five years, FCCJ’s Aviation Summer Camps have been a huge success. The two-week camps utilize aviation as a conduit for practical application of the principles of math and science theories involved in flight. Activities will include classroom instruction, research, project design/construction, plus field trips to airports, IMAX theaters, museums and the Kennedy Space Center. Flight simulators and actual training flights will be used to demonstrate theories, principles and laws of mathematics and science.
Mach I – Introduction to Flight
Introduction to Flight is designed to provide an orientation to flight principles. |
| Age range of participants: |
Boys and girls, grades 5–9 |
| Dates and Times: |
Session 1: June 9–20, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Session 2: June 23–July 3, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Session 3: July 7–18, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Session 4: July 21–Aug. 1, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. |
| Cost: |
$325 per student for one two-week camp of instruction/participation |
| For in-depth details on this camp, see the Aviation Summer Camp Web page or contact Christie Albers at 904.317.3818. |
Mach II – Cross Country Navigation
Cross Country Navigation is designed to provide a more advanced look at aviation and navigation in the National Air-space System (NAS). |
| Age range of participants: |
Boys and girls, grades 6–10 |
| Dates and Times: |
Session 1: June 9–20, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Session 2: June 23–July 3, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Session 3: July 7–18, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Session 4: July 21–Aug. 1, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. |
| Cost: |
$325 per student for one two-week camp of instruction/participation |
| For in-depth details on this camp, see the Aviation Summer Camp Web page or contact Christie Albers at 904.317.3818. |
Mach III – Advanced Concepts of Flight Performance
Advanced Concepts of Flight Performance is designed to go even deeper – covering orientation, navigation and actual flight instruction in either a light sport aircraft (LSA) or a general aviation (GA) aircraft. |
| Age range of participants: |
Boys and girls, grades 10–12 |
| Dates and Times: |
July 7–18, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. |
| Cost: |
$325 per student for one two-week camp of instruction/participation |
| For in-depth details on this camp, see the Aviation Summer Camp Web page or contact Christie Albers at 904.317.3818. |
Space Camp
Intended for students with an enthusiasm for math and science exploration. This summer camp will include model rocket construction, aerospace projects and field trips to include the Kennedy Space Center, Challenger Center and the IMAX theater. Each camper will experience the thrill of space and exploration. |
| Age range of participants: |
Boys and girls, grades 5–9 |
| Dates and Times: |
Session 1: June 9–20, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Session 2: July 7–18, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. |
| Cost: |
$325 per student for one two-week camp of instruction/participation |
| For in-depth details on this camp, see the Aviation Summer Camp Web page or contact Christie Albers at 904.317.3818. |
Advanced Space Camp
Designed for “alumni” campers to further enhance and strengthen their knowledge and enthusiasm in the area of space to include a look at future concepts such as the Crew Exploration Vehicle (CEV) and the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO). |
| Age range of participants: |
Boys and girls, grades 5–9 |
| Dates and Times: |
Session 1: June 23–July 3, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Session 2: July 21–Aug. 1, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. |
| Cost: |
$325 per student for one two-week camp of instruction/participation |
| For in-depth details on this camp, see the Aviation Summer Camp Web page or contact Christie Albers at 904.317.3818. |
Aviation Model
Basic building techniques of simple hand launch gliders and progressing into electric free flight and simple radio control: |
| Age range of participants: |
Boys and girls, grades 5–9 |
| Dates and Times: |
June 23–July 3, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. |
| Cost: |
$325 per student for one two-week camp of instruction/participation |
| For in-depth details on this camp, see the Aviation Summer Camp Web page or contact Christie Albers at 904.317.3818. |
Areas of emphasis include fundamentals of hitting, fielding, throwing, running, conditioning, attitude development, teamwork and sportsmanship. Daily awards and reading program complete the camp experience.
| Little BIG Leaguers Camp |
Age range of participants: |
Ages 5–12 |
| Dates and Times: |
June 16–27, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. |
| Cost: |
$200 per player (includes lunch); bring money for ice break. |
| Equipment Needed: |
Cap and glove every day, money for the concession stand, and a bathing suit and towel. Note: Please label all personal items. |
| For camp details and to download an application, see the Baseball Camp Web page. For more information, contact Chris Blaquiere at 904.766.6752. |
South Campus, 11901 Beach Blvd.
Come and join this years “Superstars” Basketball with all the fun and games of basketball. Campers will learn from fundamental instruction in all areas of
the game of basketball. Ball handling, shooting, passing, rebounding, defense and
team play will be greatly emphasized. Instruction will be given by college/high
school coaches as well as college athletes. Campers need to dress in shorts and
T-shirt with basketball sneakers. The camp is held at our South Campus and has excellent sports facilities with all the latest equipment.
| Age range of participants: |
Boys and girls, ages 8–14 |
| Dates and Times: |
Session 1: June 9–13, Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–noon
Session 2: June 16–20, Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–noon |
| Cost: |
$100 |
| Lunch: |
No lunch provided |
| Application: |
FCCJ Basketball Summer Camp (PDF) |
| For more information contact Coach Philip L. Stitt at 904.646.2217
or the FCCJ athletic department at 904.646.2203. |
South Campus, 11901 Beach Blvd.
Workshops in singing, dancing and acting. Campers work together to perform ensemble pieces at the finale on Friday. Camp taught by Broadway theater professionals from New York.
| Age range of participants: |
Boys and girls, ages 10–17 |
| Dates and Times: |
Mon., June 16–Fri., June 20, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. |
| Cost: |
$475 |
| Lunch: |
Lunch is provided |
| View additional information about Camp Broadway (PDF). Prospective participants should complete the Camp Broadway application form (PDF), as well as the sign–in/sign–out release form (PDF) and the medical release form (PDF). For more information, contact Kate McManus at 904.632.3015 (www.artistseries.fccj.org). |
Shining Stars
An introductory Broadway experience for younger boys and girls. |
| Age range of participants: |
Boys and girls, ages 6–9 |
| Dates and Times: |
Mon., June 16–Fri., June 20, 9 a.m.–1:30 p.m. |
| Cost: |
$295 |
| Lunch: |
Lunch is provided |
| View additional information about Shining Stars (PDF). Prospective participants should complete the Shining Stars application form (PDF), as well as the sign–in/sign–out release form (PDF) and the medical release form (PDF). For more information about these camps, contact Kate McManus at 904.632.3015 (www.artistseries.fccj.org). |
North Campus, 4501 Capper Road
With visits to five Jacksonville chemical plants, ChemCamp will demonstrate real world applications of science, mathematics and
technology, and show the relevance of academic work to the real world. This camp is
intended for rising eighth graders from North Jacksonville schools.
| Age range of participants: |
Boys and girls, ages 13–15 |
| Dates and Times: |
Monday–Friday, June 9–13, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. |
| Cost: |
Free (funded by the North Jacksonville Community Advisory Panel) |
| Lunch: |
Lunch will be provided each day at the chemical plants |
| Pre-/Post-Camp Care: |
Not available |
| Enrollment limited to 15 students. For more information, contact Steve Park at 904.766.6725. |
Advanced Technology Center, 401 W. State Street
The CSI campers will examine a “crime scene,” collect evidence, perform analysis, use forensic techniques, extract DNA, identify fibers, explore the field of data security and more. Camp instructors are subject matter experts from Florida Community College faculty. A mock trial to display skills learned and exemplified will take place on the last day of the camp. We will have one of Duval Counties own Judges to participate and show campers how the judicial procedure operates. Additional outside professional resources from: Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, FDLE, and the Florida Department of Health will bring their expertise into this fun-packed learning environment.
| Age range of participants: |
Boys and girls, 12–15 |
| Dates and Times: |
Session 1: July 7–11, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Session 2: July
21–25, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. |
| Cost: |
$350 per student for one week of camp
(includes $50 registration fee and $300 fee for supplies, snacks and lunches) |
| Application Deadline: |
Monday, June 30 |
| Enrollment limited to 20 students. View additional information and registration forms (PDF). For more information or to reserve a space, call 904.598.5654. |
Downtown Campus, 101 W. State St.
This camp is for young people interested in gospel and sacred music.
| Age range of participants: |
Boys and girls, ages 10–17 |
| Dates and Times: |
Monday–Thursday, June 9–12 and June 16–19, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. |
| Cost: |
$110 per participant for one two–week camp (includes t-shirt) |
| Lunch: |
Provided |
| For detailed information on this camp contact Cedric Williams at 904.361.6256. |
Campers will be taught the importance of game fundamentals
such as ball handling, shooting and passing. They’ll also have an opportunity to
learn the different aspects of playing basketball with positioning, movement,
defense and rebounding — then use what they’ve learned and incorporate it into
games to play 3-on-3 and 5-on-5. There will be daily competitions and awards given
at the end of each camp session. Campers need to dress in shorts and a t-shirt with
sneakers, and are allowed to bring their own water bottles.
| Age range of participants: |
Boys and girls, ages 6–15 |
| Dates and Times: |
Session 1: Mon., June 23–Thurs., June 26, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Session 2: Mon., June 30–Thurs., July 3, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. |
| Cost: |
With lunch: $130 per player for each session
Without lunch: $115 per player for each session |
| Lunch: |
Campers can choose to bring their own lunch or pay for provided lunches. |
| Pre-/Post-Camp Care: |
Pre-camp care (included in the camp cost) begins at 8 a.m. and post-camp care runs until 5 p.m. |
| For camp details and to download an application, see the Hoopville Camp Web page. For more information, contact Coach Debra Woods at 904.646.2215 or the athletic secretary at 904.646.2203. Fax number is 904.646.2204. |
, 4501 Capper Road
Certified instructors will teach basic swimming skills to individuals from 6–year–olds to adults. All courses are designed to help students learn to swim or improve their swimming skills with new strokes, stroke refinements, diving safety, techniques and more.
| Age of participants: |
Boys and girls, ages 5–18 |
| Dates and Times: |
Various sessions throughout the summer. Call for details. |
| Cost: |
$100 |
| Pre-/Post-Camp Care: |
Not available |
| For more information, contact the American Red Cross Northeast Florida Chapter at 904.358.8091, ext. 1818. |
Discover performance and theater technology! Under direction and coaching, participants will produce the full-length musical production Damn Yankees. Actors, Dancers, singers, musicians, set painters, stage technicians and costume designers are needed. Previous theatre experience not required.
| Age range of participants: |
Boys and girls entering grades 8–12 |
| Cost: |
varies |
| For detailed information on this camp, view the performance flyer (PDF) or call the Wilson Center at 904.646.2222. Learn more about the performance! |
FCCJ, First Coast Community Music School and Tots ‘N’ Teens Theatre, Inc., partner to provide musical and theatre experiences, and engage participants in the full complement of artistic endeavors. Participants can participate in one or both camp components.
| Instrumental Music |
| Age range of participants: |
Boys and girls, ages 9–15 |
| Dates and Times: |
Mon.–Fri., June 16–27, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. |
| Cost: |
$250 (scholarships are available) |
| Lunch: |
Lunch is provided |
| Pre-/Post-Camp Care: |
Not available |
| For more information, contact Jerry Lewis at 904.766.6725. |
| Performing Arts |
| Age range of participants: |
Boys and girls, ages 9–15 |
| Dates and Times: |
Mon.–Fri., June 30–July 25, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. |
| Cost: |
$500 (scholarships are available) |
| Lunch: |
Lunch is provided |
| Pre-/Post-Camp Care: |
Not available |
| For more information, contact Jerry Lewis at 904.766.6725. |
Participants will learn valuable team building, leadership and programming skills while assembling Lego Mindstorms NXT robots. Camp is limited to 24 students. Pre-camp and post-camp care are not available.
| Age range of participants: |
Boys and girls, ages 12–16 |
| Dates and Times: |
Mon.–Fri., June 9–June 27, 8 a.m.–noon |
| Cost: |
$600 |
| Lunch: |
Lunch is not provided but may be purchased through the cafeteria (Mon.–Thurs. only). |
| To register, submit a completed registration form (PDF). For more information on this camp, call John Trifiletti at 904.646.2378. |
FCCJ concluded the 2008 summer softball camp on June 12. Visit the softball camps page for camp photos.
Age range of
participants: |
Girls, ages 6–15 |
Dates and Times: |
June 9–12, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. |
Cost: |
$200 with lunch (hotdog or hamburger)
$185 without lunch |
Participants will learn tennis rules, basic strokes, agility and
basic movement around court. There will be indoor activities in case of rain. Campers
will need to bring a water bottle, tennis shoes and a racquet.
| Age range of participants: |
Boys and girls, ages 7–15 |
| Level |
Beginner to intermediate |
| Dates and Times: |
Session 1: June 9–12, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Session 2:
June 16–19, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Session 3: June 23–26, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. |
| Cost: |
$200 (with lunch)
$175 (without lunch) |
| Application: |
2008 Summer Tennis Camp (PDF)
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| Lunch: |
Campers can choose to bring their own lunch or pay for provided lunches. |
| A $50 non-refundable deposit will reserve a spot. For more information, contact Coach Mike Stroud at 904.646.2214. |
 For 18 years FCCJ has offered the youth of Jacksonville and surrounding areas the chance to improve their volleyball skills and learn more about the sport through high quality summer camps. FCCJ offers camps for beginners, intermediate and advanced players from the elementary to high school ages. Kids just starting out can learn the basics while more experienced players can learn expertise at specific positions or team strategies in the team camps. (Free camp T-shirt for every camper included.) The deadline for the summer volleyball camps is July 2, 2008. See the Volleyball Camps Web page for contact information and applications.
Junior High/JV Camps
This camp is for beginning to intermediate players. |
Age range of participants: |
Boys and girls, grades 5–9 |
| Dates and Times: |
Session 1: July 14–16, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Session 2: July 17–19, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. |
| Cost: |
$105 per player for each session |
Pee Wee and Little Spikes
This camp will teach basic movement and ball skills. |
Age range of participants: |
Boys and girls, ages 5–10 |
| Dates and Times: |
July 10–11, 9 a.m.–noon |
| Cost: |
$65 |
Position Specialty Camps
This camp will develop skills at the positions of setter, middle blocker, outside hitter or DS/Libero.
Note: Players can attend both sessions of Position Specialty Camps – Cost: $65. |
| Varsity Players |
| Age range of participants: |
Boys and girls, ages 15–18 only.
Must have one year of Varsity experience. |
| Dates and Times: |
Session 1: July 21, 1–4 p.m.
Session 2: July 25, 1–4 p.m. |
| Cost: |
$35 |
| JH and JV Players |
| Age range of participants: |
Boy and girls, ages 12–15 only |
| Dates and Times: |
Session 1: July 21, 9 a.m.–noon
Session 2: July 25, 9 a.m.–noon |
| Cost: |
$35 |
Varsity and JV Team Camp with Team Building Sessions
This camp will stress team drills and team competition. Camp is limited to 10 Varsity Teams and eight JV Teams. |
| Dates and Times: |
Team Camp Sessions July 24–26, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. |
| Cost: |
$105 with team of six players from the same school
$125 as an individual player |
Nassau Outdoor Education Center, 76346 William Burgess Blvd., Yulee
Campers will participate in archery, canoeing, environmental education, arts and crafts, drama,
team building, climbing, journal keeping and general sports. Check out the Counselor in Training program, or Smoky Mountain Camp for adventurous travelers!
| Age range of participants: |
Boys and girls, ages 5–14
Plus a Counselor in Training Program for 15–17 year olds |
| Dates: |
| Session 1 (ages 5-10): |
June 9–June 20, 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
(Fridays June 13 and 20 are overnight campouts for 7–10 year olds only) |
| Session 2 (ages 11–14): |
June 23–July 4, 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
(Fridays June 27 and July 4 are overnight campouts) |
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| Cost: |
$300 per session plus $10 fee per overnight |
| Lunches: |
Campers pack their own lunch. We provide snacks and food on the overnights. |
Counselor in Training (CIT) Program
Participants will be trained in team building, group dynamics and leadership. Half of each camp day will be spent in training; the remainder of each day will be spent with campers from the Wilderness Adventure Camp. |
| Age range of participants: |
Boys and girls, ages 15–17 |
| Dates: |
| Session 1: |
June 9–June 20, 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
(Fridays June 13 and 20 are overnight campouts) |
| Session 2: |
June 23–July 4, 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
(Fridays June 27 and July 4 are overnight campouts) |
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| Cost: |
$150 per session for first year CITs
$100 per session for second year CITs
$50 per session for third year CITs |
| Lunches: |
Campers pack their own lunch. We provide snacks and food on the overnights. |
Smoky Mountain Camp
This resident camp begins at 1 p.m. on the first day of the session and ends at 10 a.m. on the last day of the session. Transportation to and from camp is to be provided by parents. All meals, gear and admission fees are included in the cost. |
| Age range of participants: |
Boys and girls, ages 8–15 |
| Dates: |
Session 1: July 14–23
Session 2: July 25–August 3 |
| Cost: |
$1,100 |
| For more information on these camps, call Carolyn Woods at 904.548.4490 or 904.548.4493. |
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