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Many of our Missouri Cheer Camps offer Winter Cheer Programs, Activities, Workshops & Classes starting in February, 2025.
Be sure to check the "Year-Round Programs and Other Camp Info" headings of each camp listing for specifics, or give any Cheer Camp you're interested in a call to check on Winter dates, times and availability.
Many of our Cheer Camps will be hosting Winter Reunions for their previous campers, and Winter Open Houses for interested new campers and families. Each camp is different, and some offer activities for the entire family.
Contact the camp(s) directly to see if there are any Camp Reunion or Open House Plans for February, 2025.
Looking for a Great Missouri Cheer Day Camp? Look at each camp's TYPE OF CAMP description. Many of our Best Missouri Day Cheer Camps also list their exact hours, and if they offer before and after camp activities.
Many of our Best Missouri Summer Cheer Camps also offer Year Round Cheer Camp Programs, Classes, and Activities. You should contact the camps you are interested in to see if they offer Fall, Winter and/or Spring Cheer Programs, too.
Searching for Missouri Cheer Camp Jobs? Many of our Best Cheer Camps are now listing their 2025 Winter Camp Jobs, too. Look for the heading "Summer Camp Jobs" in each camp listing. You can also check any camp's website for their "Work at Camp" or "Winter Employment Opportunities" pages.
View ALL MO Camps with Winter Work & Leadership Training Opportunities.
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Camp Pillsbury
Owatonna, Minnesota
507-214-2200
Ages: 6-17 . Coed Campers. Overnight Camp. Day Camp.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Pillsbury is a unique summer camp for boys and girls ages 6 to 17. Strong offerings in Theater, Circus, Music, Dance, Sports, Magic, Technology, and more. More than 100 activities! Campers choose their activities daily, making each day special for each individual camper. Five, 2 WEEK sleepaway sessions begin June 14th to August 23rd. Enroll now at CampPillsbury.com.
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Visit Our YMCA Camp Lakewood Website
573-438-2155
camplakewood[AT]gwrymca.org
13528 Highway AA
Potosi, Missouri 63664
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
Same
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our YMCA Camp Lakewood Video
CAMPER AGES: 6-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Summer and Winter camps.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): YMCA
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: YMCA Camp Lakewood is an awesome overnight adventure for children ages 6-17! With 5,200 acres and 360-acre lake, kids get outdoors having fun, making friends and learning new skills. They participate in sports, equestrian, arts & crafts, caving, high adventure, water activities and more, and also learn about accomplishment, belonging and character.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Inclusion services are available. Please contact YMCA Camp Lakewood at 573-438-2155 for more information. Many disabilities can be accommodated.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Cheerleading, Football, Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball, Team Sports, Golf, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, Technology, Academics, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, and more. Wilderness:
Ranger & Jr. Ranger Outdoor Programs
Sports
Caving; Canoeing & Kayaking; Archery & Riflery; Paintball
CAMP LOCATION: YMCA Camp Lakewood is located 90 minutes south of St. Louis on 5,200 wooded acres with a 360-acre lake, near Potosi, Missouri. YMCA Camp Lakewood is affiliated and in the same location as YMCA Trout Lodge (troutlodge.org)
Visit our page at Our Camp Website Link: www.camplakewood.org for more information and to view camp photos.
CAMP FACILITIES: YMCA Camp Lakewood has a picturesque 360-acre lake, dining hall, arts & crafts center, equestrian ranch, basketball & tennis courts, GaGa pit, pavilion, activities field (with climbing tower and zip line), waterfront (including an inflatable waterpark) archery and riflery ranges. Accommodations are bunk-bed style cabins with restrooms/showers/ac, and also non-a/c accommodations for older children with central shower/bath house.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: YMCA Camp Lakewood, in existence since 1946, is an ACA-accredited overnight summer camp who employs a staff of culturally-diverse young men and women from the world over. They undergo a rigorous training program upon arrival prior to the start of camp to be fully equipped to handle the emotional needs of children, as well as their physical safety. The YMCA's core values of Caring, Honesty, Responsibility, Respect and are present in every aspect of camp life, as well as the ABC's of camping - accomplishment, belonging and character.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: YMCA Camp Lakewood has both an LIT and CIT leadership program. The LIT program is a 2-week session, and is focused on own leadership skills (this is not a counselor training program).
The CIT leadership program is a 4-week counselor training program, and all 17 year olds must apply and be accepted into the program. Go to:
Our Camp Website Link: www.ymcaoftheozarks.org
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid is available for those who qualify. Please go to
Our Camp Website Link: www.ymcaoftheozarks.org
for more information on how to apply
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): During the Labor Day weekend, YMCA Camp Lakewood holds its annual Family Camp, designed to get Mom and Dad in on the amazing camp experience, and to spend time together as a family. They all participate in traditional camp activities and in the process re-connect with each other.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: From mid-August to late May, YMCA Camp Lakewood is also an outdoor education center for school, church, civic and many other groups, with teambuilding options also available. Go to:
Our Camp Website Link: www.ymcaoftheozarks.org
OTHER CAMP INFO: YMCA Camp Lakewood holds an annual Winter Camp, which will be February 12-15, 2021. This 4 day/3-night camp is much like summer camp with a wintertime twist. Snow or no snow, kids enjoy both the year-round activities such as climbing tower and archery, as well as winter activities like a winter carnival, indoor sled races and much more.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our sessions run from May 30-August 18, 2021. Please go to: Our Camp Website Link: www.ymcaoftheozarks.org for all of the summer camp session information.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
For summer camp staff openings at YMCA Camp Lakewood, please contact us at camplakewood[AT]gwrymca.org or by calling 573-438-2155 for further information regarding the application and interview process.
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YMCA Camp Lakewood
Be sure to ask each Missouri Cheer Camp about the amount of cheer instruction and the overall intensity of their cheer program.
Some Top Missouri Cheer Camps offer rigorous daily cheer training and lots of intensive cheer experience. Other great Missouri Camps offer cheer as an elective or recreational activity with much less training and intensity.
Visit Our YMCA Camp Wakonda Website
417-830-2131
smaynard[AT]orymca.org
camper[AT]orymca.org
22237 Lawrence 2080
Ash Grove, Missouri 65604
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our YMCA Camp Wakonda Video
CAMPER AGES: 8-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: YMCA Camp Wakonda offers a traditional co-ed overnight experience focusing on building friendships, learning new skills and growing in self confidence & esteem for our campers. Mature college age counselors are the key to providing these transformational experiences for our campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Cheerleading, Dance, Theater, Football, Basketball, Soccer, Team Sports, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Adventure, and more. Archery
Riflery
High Ropes
Zipline
Mini~Farm
Stand Up Paddleboards
Fishing
Rugby
Outdoor Cooking
CAMP LOCATION: YMCA Camp Wakonda is located 30 minutes west of Springfield Missouri on 100 acres of pristine woodlands, fields, creeks and a lake. Please visit our website to learn more.
▌Read More about YMCA Camp Wakonda
CAMP FACILITIES: Our Cabins are modern with electricity, air conditioning and comfortable bunk beds. We have a charming dining hall and recreation hall and modern bathroom facility with private shower and changing areas.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: With over 100 years of experience Camp Wakonda provides campers with the 'Best Week of Their Year'! Helping them grow in self confidence & esteem through positive leadership, progressive skill development and relationship building all done in a Christian culture.
Staff are college age and chosen for their maturity and Christian values. All are certified in First Aid & CPR and 75% are also lifeguards.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We offer a CIT program for campers going into 11th & 12th grades.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: YMCA Camp Wakonda offers both voluntary tiered pricing and Financial Assistance up to 90% based on need.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): YMCA Camp Wakonda offers a Family Camp Weekend each year in early September.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: YMCA Camp Wakonda has a robust Outdoor Education program.
Call 417-830-2131 for more information.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to the Dates & Rates tab on our website.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Summer Camp Counselors must be out of High School for 1 year and love working with children. No camping experience necessary. To apply please visit the Summer Staff tab on our website.
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YMCA Camp Wakonda
Some Missouri Cheer Camps offer BOTH Day and Overnight Camp options. Be sure to check each camp's description under "TYPE OF CAMP" for complete information, and exact hours.
Some Missouri Cheer Day Camps also offer Extended Camp Hours for Early Camper Drop-Off and Pick Up. If you need these services, you should contact the camp to confirm availability.
Visit Our US Sports/Nike Camps Website
1-800-NIKE-CAMP
800-645-3226 (Nike Camps)
800-433-6060 (All other camps)
800-406-3926 (NBC Camps)
877-308-7325 (Peak Performance Swim Camps)
888-780-2267 (Vogelsinger Soccer Academy)
webmaster[AT]ussportscamps.com
Over 700 Camp Locations Across the US & Canada
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
AL, AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MA, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV, CANADA
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
US Sports Camps, Inc.
1010 B Street, Suite 450
San Rafael, CA 94901
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our US Sports/Nike Camps Video
CAMPER AGES: Most junior camps accept participants between the ages of 10-18, however some of our day camps will accept those as young as 5. Adult programs offered, too. See our camp specific web pages to find out exact ages for each program.
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Weekend programs available in some areas. International campers welcome.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers. All Boy Campers. All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Now celebrating over 40 years of camp! We offer camps across a variety of sports which run for one, two or three consecutive sessions across the US and Canada. USSC partners with the country's best coaches to direct our camps at top-rated, professionally-equipped training facilities. International programs offered, too.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Gymnastics, Baseball, Football, Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball, Team Sports, Golf, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, and more. Other Camps: Crew, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, MultiSport, Rugby, Running, Ultimate, Waterpolo, Gymnastics, Hockey, & Yoga.
CAMP LOCATION: Over 700 Locations throughout the US and Canada. International locations, too. Please visit our website for a complete list of camps offered near you, at Our Camp Website Link: www.ussportscamps.com.
▌Read More about US Sports/Nike Camps
CAMP FACILITIES: Our camps are offered at top-rated, professionally equipped sports training facilities.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Sports are FUN, but they are more fun when you get better! Our professional, passionate, and positive coaches will help your child become a better player and a more inspired athlete. Camp provides the perfect opportunity to improve skills, make new friends, laugh hard, and smile a lot. Our Mission is to shape a lifelong enjoyment of athletics through high quality sports education and skill enhancement while consistently exceeding the expectations of our customers!
During the summer of 2014 more than 70,000 US and international campers attended a US Sports Camps program. US Sports Camps currently offers 24 programs in 15 different sports.
Our summer sports camps include: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Lacrosse, Multi-Sport, Rugby, Running, Soccer, Softball, Swim, Tennis, Ultimate, Volleyball, Waterpolo, and Yoga. We also offer several International sports camps around the world. Our sports camps continue to grow thanks to an outstanding community of Camp Directors and the dedication of the entire USSC staff. We expect 2015, our 41st year in business, to be our best year ever. We look forward to seeing you at camp!
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Many of our sports camps offer sessions and special weekend clinics year-round. Please contact us for details.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For complete information regarding summer camp sessions and fees, please visit our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.ussportscamps.com.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Each camp director is responsible for hiring their own staff and typically hire in late winter and early spring. If you are interested in applying for a position, please email the appropriate sport mailbox at Our Camp Website Link: www.ussportscamps.com and we will forward on your information to any director looking for additional staff.
Print (or view) Camp Profile for:
US SportsNike Camps
Visit Our Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri - Camp Cedarledge and Camp Tuckaho Website
bpuckett[AT]girlscoutsem.org
Pevely and Troy, Missouri
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Both camps are located within an hour of St Louis, Mo.
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
2300 Ball Dr
St Louis MO 63146
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri - Camp Cedarledge and Camp Tuckaho Video
CAMPER AGES: 5 -17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. One Week, Two week and overnight sessions
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Girl Scouts
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Girl Scout Resident Camps are overnight experiences ranging from a few days to a few weeks that offer girls traditional and specialty options. Girls who participate in Resident Camp have an immersive outdoor experience where they learn teamwork, perseverance and self-discovery in an encouraging environment.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: We work with families who have daughters needing accomodations.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Cheerleading, Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Team Sports, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, Science, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, and more. Bike Option, Robotics, Lifeguarding Camps & High-adventure Opportunities
CAMP LOCATION: Both camps are located about an hour from downtown St Louis on over 600 acres. Camp Tuckaho borders Cuivre River State Park and Camp Cedarledge is nestled amongst hills in a grand valley.
▌Read More about Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri - Camp Cedarledge and Camp Tuckaho
CAMP FACILITIES:
Camp Cedarledge is located in Pevely, MO and rolls across 700 acres of wooded hills. It is home to 35 horses, a covered riding arena and horse trails. Camp Cedarledge has lodge, cabin and tent units and hosts Resident, Troop and Day Camp sessions.
Camp Tuckaho is located in Troy, MO and sits on more than 600 acres of beautiful forest. Here, girls build leadership skills by participating in the Outdoor Adventure Course Challenge.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Both Camp Tuckaho and Cedarledge are accredited by the American Camp Association Camps (ACA) which requires us to follow over 300 specific criteria in addition to Girl Scouts of the USA, county and state rules.
All staff are required to go through several background screenings, drug screenings, complete a week of intense training and be certified in First Aid and CPR.
Lifeguards are training and tested through a Red Cross Certified Instructor.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our camps offer Leader-in-Training, Counselor-in-Training and Advanced Counselor-in-Training.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We have activity scholarships and offer payment plans
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): She and Me for daughter and their favorite female (Mom, Aunt, Grandmother)
Just the 2 of Us for girl and their favorite male (Dad, Uncle, Grandfather)
Labor Day Family Camp for the whole famiy
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Our camps host special events and camping for troops on weekends throughout the year.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Our camps are open to all girls. You DO NOT have to be a Girl Scout to attend our camps.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
The Camp Adventure Guide, our camp publication, is available online at girlscoutsem.org/campadventureguide.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We currently have openings for Camp Counselors.
Interested parties can email Melissa Niedermann at mniedermann[AT]girlscoutsem.org.
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Girl Scouts of Eastern MissouriCamp Cedarledge and Camp Tuckaho
Visit Our Indian Hills Swim Club Summer Camp Website
314-651-9790
314-544-9177
sarahhouska[AT]hotmail.com
Indian Hills Swim Club
4210 Lasata Dr.
St. Louis, Missouri 63123
CAMPER AGES: 5-12
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. 9am-3pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: IHSC camp is a fun-filled week of constant activity, including swim instruction, water safety, sports, arts/crafts, and learning games. Main goals of camp are to be safe and have fun! All camp leaders are lifeguard and CPR certified. Designed for AGES 5-12. Campers may be divided by swim level. CAMP IS RAIN OR SHINE!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Gymnastics, Weightloss, Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball, Team Sports, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more. All Sports
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in the South St. Louis area on 3 beautifully landscaped acres. Please visit our website for more information.
▌Read More about Indian Hills Swim Club Summer Camp
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: All camp leaders are CPR/Lifeguard certified. Your kids will love this camp, while learning to swim at the same time.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Memberships available, Kids Night Out, Dive-In Movie Nights
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Indian Hills Swim Club Summer Camp
YMCA of the OZARKS
http://www.ymcaoftheozarks.org/
13528 State Hwy AA
Potosi, MO 63664
info[AT]ymcastlouis.org
Visit the website for more information.
MORE MISSOURI SUMMER CHEER CAMPS ARE COMING SOON. YOU CAN CHOOSE ANOTHER STATE FROM THE LIST BELOW.
MISSOURI CHEER CAMP OWNERS & DIRECTORS: If you would like to submit your camp for listing in our 2025 Best Missouri Summer Cheer Camps Directory, please click on the "SUBMIT YOUR CAMP" link above.
MISSOURI CHEER CAMP PARENTS & CAMPERS: If you are looking to find info on how to choose the best summer camp to attend this summer, please check out our 2025 GUIDE TO CHOOSING THE BEST SUMMER CHEER CAMP for some great camp research tips and lots of important 2025 summer camp info.
In addition to our 2025 Missouri Summer Cheer Camps Directory we have also created quite a few SPECIAL INTEREST CAMP DIRECTORIES, and have included brief descriptions of these and links to their dedicated websites on the 2025 CAMP GUIDE page.
You can go directly to any of our other 2025 Special Interest Camp Directories from the list in the black bar at the bottom of this page.
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