Camps
Elementary school students in grades K-9 gain valuable skills and practice time during St. Croix Lutheran Academy's exciting and affordable summer athletic and academic camps taught by varsity coaches, teachers, and players.
Academic Camps
Theatre
Speak and Play Theatre Camp (Gr. 5-8)
Gain public speaking confidence and perform in reader's theatre! Students are taught speech skills and given character roles during fun activities. Their newly acquired abilities will be showcased for friends and family on the last day of camp. The performance is at the SCLA campus only.
Contact: Rebecca Maki
Date: Mon-Thu, June 22-25, 2020
Cost: $75
Registration Deadline: May 31
Farmington Location
Hope Lutheran Church, 19600 Camrose Way Farmington, MN
Time: 8:30-10:30 a.m.
SCLA Auditorium
Time: 12:00-2:00 p.m.
Showcase on Thu, Jun 25 (SCLA Auditorium Only)
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Etiquette
Modern Etiquette (Gr. 5-8)
You only get one chance to make a great first impression! Students will learn and practice their interpersonal skills. Themes explored include digital and written communication, social skills, and dining etiquette. On the final day of camp, students can put their new skills into practice with a formal dinner. (Please notify the school if your student has food allergies/limitations).
Contact: Chris Tollefson
Date: Mon-Thu, June 22-25, 2020
Time: 12:00-2:00 p.m.
Cost: $75
Registration Deadline: May 31
Science
Scientific Discoveries (Gr. 5-8)
Observe, investigate, hypothesize, experiment, create! Team up in the science labs for four days of exciting and interactive exploration.
Contact: Brent Schacht
Date: Mon-Thu, June 22-25, 2020
Time: 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Cost: $75
Registration Deadline: May 31
Art
Art Exploration (Gr. 5-8)
Unleash your inner animal! Projects will explore God's beautiful, wild kingdom while exploring various mediums including drawing, painting, and sculpture. Students will complete 2-3 projects during the four-day camp. All artistic levels are welcome!
Contact: Karen Scislow
Date: Mon-Thu, June 22-25, 2020
Time: 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Cost: $75
Registration Deadline: May 31
Sign Language
American Sign Language (Gr. 5-8)
Learn a new language using your hands instead of your voice. Students will use games and activities to learn fingerspelling, numbers, and vocabulary for everyday conversations. Learn skills in the third most popular language in the United States.
Contact: Jill Kock
Date: Mon-Thu, June 22-25, 2020
Time: 12:00-2:00 p.m.
Cost: $75
Registration Deadline: May 31
Sports Camps
Basketball
Basketball Camp (Boys Gr. 4-9, Girls Gr. 5-9)
Build a love for the game and develop sound fundamental skills and team play. Each day includes skill stations, contests, and team competitions. Campers should bring a great attitude. Grades 4-6 boys may be dropped off as early as 8:00 a.m. Girls may be dropped off as early as 8:15 a.m. Girls should bring a lunch.
Girls Basketball (Gr. 5-9)
Contact: Dave Mielke
Dates: Mon-Thu, June 8-11, 2020
Time: 8:45-3:00 p.m.
Cost: $150
Registration Deadline: May 31
Boys Basketball (Gr. 4-6)
Contact: Jay Wendland
Dates: Mon-Thu, June 15-18, 2020
Time: 8:30-11:30 a.m.
Cost: $75
Registration Deadline: May 31
Boys Basketball (Gr. 7-9)
Contact: Jay Wendland
Dates: Mon-Thu, June 15-18, 2020
Time: 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Cost: $75
Registration Deadline: May 31
Bowling
Bowling Camp (Co-ed Gr. 4-9)
Become a better bowler by learning strategy, technique, and accuracy under the guidance of SCL's award-winning varsity bowling coach and top student bowlers at Concord Lanes in South St. Paul. Cost includes lane fees, shoe rental, and equipment. One-way bussing to Concord Lanes will be provided for students who are enrolled in the morning volleyball or wrestling camps.
Contact: Dan Swiderski
Dates: Mon-Thu, July 20-23, 2020
Time: 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Cost: $75
Registration Deadline: June 30
Football
Football Camp (Gr. K-8)
Improve mental focus and learn winning technique from SCL varsity coach Adam Frey and varsity coaching staff. *Camp is divided into two levels with a final day that brings both levels together. Players are taught fundamental skills and compete using age-appropriate equipment. No helmets or pads needed. Proper athletic shoes, socks, and shorts should be worn.
Football (K-4)
Contact: Adam Frey
Dates: Mon-Thu, Aug 10-13, 2020
Time: 8:00-10:00 a.m. (*except Thursday, 9:00a-12:00p, which includes games and BBQ)
Cost: $75
Registration Deadline: June 30
Football (5-8)
Contact: Adam Frey
Dates: Mon-Thu, Aug 10-13, 2020
Time: 10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. (*except Thursday, 9:00a-12:00p, which includes games and BBQ)
Cost: $75
Registration Deadline: June 30
Soccer
Soccer Camp (Co-ed Gr. 5-9)
Varsity coaches and top players teach fundamental skills and team play at SCL's co-ed soccer camp. Proper athletic shoes, socks, shirts, and shorts should be worn. Shin pads are mandatory. Participants should bring their own water each day. Registration includes individual instruction, a soccer ball, t-shirt, and awards.
Contact: David Huebner (Girls Coach)
Contact: Chris Maki (Boys Coach)
Dates: Mon-Thu, Aug 3-6, 2020
Time: 9:00-12:00 a.m.
Cost: $75
Registration Deadline: June 30
Volleyball
Volleyball Camp (Gr. 6-9)
Serve, pass, set, spike, and block! Award-winning coach Rachel Grev, varsity coaches, and top players instruct campers based on skill level. Each day includes skill stations, individual contests, and team competitions. Registration includes training, prizes, awards, and a camp t-shirt. Campers bring shoes, socks, shirt, shorts, knee pads, and a water bottle for break times. Report illnss or injuries to the staff prior to the start of camp.
Contact: Rachel Grev
Dates: Mon-Thu, July 20-23, 2020
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $75
Registration Deadline: June 30
Wrestling
Wrestling Camp (Gr. 1-9)
Wrestle with strength and strategy! The Crusader wrestling camp teaches folkstyle (high school) wrestling and offers campers the opportunity to try out some of the best moves and techniques in the sport. This camp is geared toward beginners who are interested in building their skills. Campers should bring shorts, shirt, water bottle, and wrestling shoes (optional).
Contact: Cory Olson
Dates: Mon-Thu, July 20-23, 2020
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $75
Registration Deadline: June 30
Late Registration and Cancellation Fees
$20 late registration fee
$10 processing fee for all cancellations
100% refund with two weeks cancellation notice (minus $10 processing fee)
50% refund for less than two weeks’ notice