Summer is one of the best times for kids to explore new interests, stay active, and build confidence outside of the classroom; and at Next Level Sports Camp, we love creating an environment where every camper feels encouraged to jump in and have fun. One thing we’re especially excited about this summer is continuing to grow participation for girls across all of our sports offerings, including our newest addition: cheer! 📣 🏅 🌟 At Next Level, girls have the opportunity to t

When summer ends, most kids won’t remember the random Tuesday afternoons or how many hours they spent at home. But they will remember how summer felt. They’ll remember the moments that stood out, the ones that made them laugh, try something new, or feel like they were part of something. And those are the moments that shape their summer. It’s About Moments, Not Schedules As parents, it’s easy to focus on filling the calendar, making sure every week is planned and accounted fo

There’s a noticeable difference in kids when they’re active and when they’re not. During the summer, when routines disappear and days become less structured, it’s easy for kids to fall into long stretches of inactivity. And that’s usually when parents start to notice the shift: lower energy, shorter patience, trouble sleeping, and more time spent on screens. Because activity isn’t just about keeping kids busy; it directly affects how they feel. Physical Activity = Better Mood

As summer gets closer, a lot of parents start thinking the same thing: How am I going to keep my kids busy all day? During the school year, there’s structure. Kids have a routine, a schedule, and built-in social time. But once summer starts, that all disappears; and suddenly the days feel long. One of the biggest challenges is keeping kids active. Without a plan, it’s easy for them to fall into hours of screen time. Most parents want something more; something that keeps their

March and April are the quiet months before the summer rush — and we’re turning that into a win for families. For a limited time: Spring Special: 10% Off Camp Use code PLAYALLDAY at checkout to save 10%. Why Register Now? Every year, spots fill quickly as summer approaches — especially in Santa Barbara and Ventura . Registering now means: ✔ Securing your preferred week✔ Saving 10%✔ Getting summer plans handled early What Camp Looks Like 6 hours a day of: Movement Multi-sport

At Next Level Sports Camp, we talk a lot about skills like footwork, conditioning, and competitive play — but there’s another area where we see huge growth in our campers: confidence. Confidence isn’t just a feeling — it’s a skill that kids build through intentional practice, support, and real-world success. Whether they’re stepping into a new drill for the first time or leading teammates on the field, confidence helps young athletes take risks, learn from mistakes, and perfo

The Habits That Take You to the Next Level Every athlete wants to get better. Stronger. Faster. More confident. But the athletes who truly level up don’t rely on talent alone — they build habits . At Next Level Sports Camp, those habits aren’t just talked about. They’re practiced every single day. Here’s how we help athletes build the habits that take them to the next level. 1. Showing Up Ready to Work At camp, every session starts with intention. Athletes learn quickly that

Picking a summer camp can feel weirdly high-stakes. Not because it’s life-or-death, but because you’re choosing who your kid will spend long days with, how they’ll be treated, and what they’ll come home talking about. You want them safe. You want them happy. You want them to make friends. And if we’re being honest, you’d love for them to fall asleep at 8:30 without a fight because they actually burned some energy. I’ve been on both sides of this. I’m a dad of three. I spent f

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