{"id":51829,"date":"2016-08-23T07:15:06","date_gmt":"2016-08-23T11:15:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/?p=51829"},"modified":"2021-11-03T08:12:50","modified_gmt":"2021-11-03T12:12:50","slug":"best-adult-summer-camps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/fitness\/best-adult-summer-camps\/","title":{"rendered":"From Surfing to Tennis: Awesome Adult Summer Camps"},"content":{"rendered":"

Remember what a blast summer camp<\/a> used to be when you were a kid? Running around the campgrounds, swimming across the lake \u2014 it was all so fun you didn\u2019t even realize it was exercise.<\/p>\n

Well, there\u2019s good news for those of us who miss those summertime getaways. A new crop of adult summer camps are packing in all that nostalgia \u2014 with a big side of exercise. While yoga retreats<\/a> might have you covered for rest and relaxation, these athletic camps put a premium on sport-specific training \u2014 from golf to surfing<\/a> to gymnastics. Whatever your favorite way to get active, we\u2019ve got the experience for you.<\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>The Best 10K Races Totally Worth the Travel<\/a><\/p>\n

11 Adult Summer Camps Just for\u00a0You<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Cycling-Playlist-Tour-de-France\"
Photo: Pond5<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you\u2019re into\u2026 Cycling<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Head to\u2026 AthletiCamps
\n<\/a><\/strong>Location:<\/strong> Folsom, CA
\nDates:<\/strong> Camp sessions offered from March through October
\nBecome a better cyclist at one of these five-day camps. Following a pro bike fitting<\/a> and performance testing, you\u2019ll strengthen your skills on the two-wheeler during scenic rides in the rolling hills of Northern California, then rest at night with an included stay at nearby Lake Natoma Inn. Bonus: The entry fee also gets you a month of coaching post-camp.
\nCost: $1,650<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Dave
Photo courtesy of Dave Scott Triathlon Experience<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you\u2019re intro\u2026 Triathlons<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Head to\u2026 the Dave Scott Triathlon Experience
\n<\/a><\/strong>Location:<\/strong> Kona, HI
\nDates:<\/strong> Sessions in July and August
\nWhat better place to hone your swim, bike and run skills than in Kona, the home of the Ironman World Championship? Train here over five days with Dave Scott, a six-time Ironman champ, as he leads workouts in each of the triathlon\u2019s three legs<\/a>, plus nutrition, stretching and strength sessions<\/a>. Recover in your luxe digs at the Four Seasons Resort Hual\u00e2lai \u2014 maybe with a little extra pampering at the resort\u2019s spa.
\nCost: $3,800<\/em><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>50 Running Resources for Speed, Strength and Nutrition<\/a><\/p>\n

\"REI
Photo courtesy of REI Adventures<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you\u2019re into\u2026 Kayaking<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Head to\u2026 REI Adventures
\n<\/a><\/strong>Location:<\/strong> Varies; sessions in locations including Alaska, Costa Rica and the San Juan Islands
\nDates:<\/strong> Sessions held year-round
\nGo on a paddling adventure with one of these active trips organized by a company that knows the great outdoors well. REI Adventures offer trips of varying skill levels in\u00a0locations around the U.S. and worldwide, so you can enjoy kayaking on any kind of water depending on your experience. When you\u2019re not paddling, you can take part in other active extras, like snorkeling, SUP<\/a> and hiking.
\nCost: from $699<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Mammoth
Photo courtesy of Mammoth Running Escape<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you\u2019re into\u2026 Running<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Head to\u2026 Mammoth Running Escape
\n<\/a><\/strong>Location:<\/strong> Mammoth, CA
\nDates:<\/strong> July 22\u201324
\nMammoth, CA, a beautiful destination not far from Yosemite National Park, is like a mecca for runners. It\u2019s home to the famous Mammoth Track Club and serves as a training ground for Olympians like bronze medalist Deena Kastor<\/a>. Run alongside her during this three-day camp (and reap the benefit of training at high altitude). Also enjoy the included meals, snacks and sessions to promote mind and body wellness.
\nCost: $999<\/em><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>The 11 Best Running Camps in the U.S.<\/a><\/p>\n

\"IMG
Photo courtesy of IMG Academy<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you\u2019re into\u2026 Cross-Training<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Head to\u2026 IMG Academy
\n<\/a><\/strong>Location:<\/strong> Bradenton, FL
\nDates:<\/strong> Sessions held year-round
\nThanks to specialists on staff that\u00a0help fine-tune your camp experience, this program in the gulf coast of Florida can help you get stronger, more flexible or drop pounds, depending on your fitness goals. You\u2019ll take part in strength workouts<\/a>, mental and nutrition sessions, and recovery sessions, too. We\u2019re partial to the complimentary massage to help loosen up those hardworking muscles.
\nCost: from $269<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Endless
Photo courtesy of Endless Summer Surf Camp<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you\u2019re into\u2026 Surfing<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Head to\u2026 Endless Summer Surf Camp<\/a>
\n<\/strong>Location:<\/strong> San Clemente, CA
\nDates:<\/strong> Sessions from May through September
\nThese week-long camps held in SoCal\u2019s San Onofre State Park (halfway between San Diego and Los Angeles) teach you all you need to start hanging ten. In fact, they\u2019re geared toward newbies, so you don\u2019t have to feel nervous paddling out for the first time. Not your first rodeo? These instructors have experience working with all levels of surfers, from age 19 to 70-plus, so there\u2019s something for everyone. Learn basics like wave selection and how to stand on the board, then fine-tune your skills. Lodging and meals are included.
\nCost: from $495<\/em><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>7 Fitness Retreats You Can Actually Afford<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Arnold
Photo courtesy of Arnold Palmer Golf Academy<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you\u2019re into\u2026 Golf<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Head to\u2026 Arnold Palmer Golf Academy<\/a>
\n<\/strong>Location:<\/strong> Orlando, FL
\nDates:<\/strong> Sessions held year-round
\nStarted by one of golf\u2019s legends, this camp allows athletes to spend four hours a day with an instructor. Master fundamentals of the game, like proper grip and a perfect swing, and learn about course strategy. You can choose a package from one to five days and take advantage of amenities at the Bay Hill Club and Lodge, like a swimming pool and spa<\/a>, when you\u2019re not on the greens.
\nCost: from $259<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Adult
Photo courtesy of Adult Gymnastics Training Camp<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you\u2019re into\u2026 Gymnastics<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Head to\u2026 Adult Gymnastics Training Camp
\n<\/a><\/strong>Location:<\/strong> Portsmouth, NH
\nDates:<\/strong> Sessions held in January and August
\nInspired by the Olympics? Make like Simone Biles<\/a> and hit the balance beam during this three-day camp. You\u2019ll spend your time tumbling, flipping, jumping on the trampoline, and working on your flexibility. Whether you\u2019re a beginner, intermediate or advanced, these coaches are prepped to help guide your inner gymnast.
\nCost: $225<\/em><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>The 12 Most Epic Mud Runs in the World<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Dorothy
Photo courtesy of Dorothy Hamill Skating Fantasy Camp<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you\u2019re into\u2026 Ice Skating<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Head to\u2026 the Dorothy Hamill Skating Fantasy Camp<\/a>
\n<\/strong>Location:<\/strong> Scottsdale, AZ
\nDates:<\/strong> October 16\u201321
\nYou heard it here first: Those Cutting Edge <\/em>dreams can <\/em>come true. And you can thank Olympic figure skating legend Dorothy Hamill for that. Hamill hosts this five-day camp in Scottsdale, AZ each fall, and this October marks its eighth anniversary. Expect plenty of ice time, plus off-ice conditioning and information sessions. You\u2019ll finish the week with an on-ice camp performance before packing up your blades to go.
\nCost: from $4,500<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Tennis
Photo courtesy of Tennis and Wine Camps<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you\u2019re into\u2026 Tennis (and Wine) <\/strong><\/h3>\n

Head to\u2026 Tennis and Wine Camps<\/a>
\n<\/strong>Location:<\/strong> Walla Walla, WA
\nDates:<\/strong> Sessions from June through October
\nYes, you read that correctly: tennis plus wine. Packed into three-day sessions, this camp combines your two favorite pastimes set in the gorgeous Pacific Northwest. Each day, take part in matches and drills<\/a> (expect more than 12 hours of on-court instruction), plus extras such as yoga<\/a> and massages. At night, enjoy a five-course dinner paired with some of the best wines<\/a> in the region.
\nCost: from $825<\/em>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>From Wine to Whiskey: 7 Surprising Health Benefits of Alcohol<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Circus
Photo courtesy of Circus Smirkus<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you\u2019re into\u2026 Acrobatics<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Head to\u2026 Circus Smirkus<\/a>
\n<\/strong>Location:<\/strong> Greensboro, VT
\nDates:<\/strong> August 22\u201324
\nEver think that Cirque du Soleil would be a cool way to work out? This camp in Vermont is for you. After morning yoga<\/a> to warm up, you\u2019ll go through sessions to learn circus skills like acrobatics, juggling and aerial arts<\/a>. New sessions include more fun ways to work up a sweat (think hula hooping and unicycling!). And you can explore the great outdoors nearby on bike rides and hikes in your spare time.
\nCost: $2,850<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Who says grown-ups can\u2019t relive their summer camp days? These sports camps for adults combine performance training, plus the fun, nostalgic stuff, too.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":39,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"","_seopress_robots_index":"","site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[21,24,6],"tags":[129,289,108,141,90,142,341,343,156],"class_list":["post-51829","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-cardio","category-exercise","category-fitness","tag-cycling","tag-exercise","tag-running","tag-sports","tag-summer","tag-surfing","tag-tax1living-well","tag-tax2exercise","tag-triathlon"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/51829","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/39"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=51829"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/51829\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=51829"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=51829"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=51829"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}