2026 BRCS Summer Camps
Impact
"A little one shall become a thousand, and a small one a strong nation. I, the LORD, will hasten it in its time" Isaiah 60:22
ABOUT BRCS
100 DINKEL AVENUE BRIDGEWATER, VA 22812 540-828-2233
Rising K-2nd Camps- Pg. 5 Rising 3rd-5th Camps- Pg. 13 Rising 6th-8th Camps- Pg. 21 FAQs & Registration- Pg. 28
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290 MILL STREET DAYTON, VA 22821 540-689-0082
Lower Campus
To assist parents and evangelical churches by providing a biblically-based educational program that instills a whole-hearted love of the Lord Jesus Christ, develops Godly character, and emphasizes academic excellence.
Our Mission
Camps for Rising K-2nd
Grossology * Mrs. Ours * 1pm-4pm
Soccer * Coach Padilla * 9am-12pm
***Current & 2026/27 Full-time BRCS students receive $15 discount per camp. .
June 15 -18
Learn fundamental skills, in-game concepts, and coaching from the BRCS Men's and Women's soccer program players and Coach Padilla in an environment that glorifies God. All skill and experience levels welcome! Rising K-2nd * Co-ed * No Max * $110
Perfect for curious kids who love STEM, aren’t afraid to get a little messy, and think gross is great! Grossology is a hands-on summer camp where science meets the wonderfully weird and totally gross. Campers will explore slimy, stinky, and sticky topics like slime, boogers, bugs, and more. Through messy experiments, interactive games, gross challenges, and creative projects, campers will learn that “gross” things are actually awesome and show off God's creativity! Rising K-2nd * Co-ed * No Max * $125
Join Mrs. Sutton for this creative camp where your art can be worn, eaten, played with, or used in other unique ways. Students will design batik t-shirts, create edible paintings, build their own game boards, weave bookmarks, and more. **Please provide a white cotton t-shirt in your child's size for the batik project. Rising K-2 * Co-ed * Max 20 Campers * $125
Art is Everywhere! * Mrs. Sutton * 9am-12pm
Adding a twist to your favorite recess games. Get ready to run, jump, and hop... like you've gone wild! Rising K-2 * Co-ed * Max 20 Campers * $125
June 22-25
**Current & 2026/27 Full-time BRCS students receive $15 discount per camp. .
Sports Gone Wild * Coach Thompson * 1pm-4pm
Join us for this hands on, interactive camp as we unlock our imaginations to help our favorite books come alive. Each day will have a different theme inspired by a favorite childhood book. For example, your camper may go on a bear hunt around the school or practice good manners with the Berenstain Bears & more! Rising K-2nd * Co-ed * Max 25 Campers * $125
Camp Read-a-Lot * Mrs. Alexander * 9am-12pm
Beat the heat while having fun in the sun! Join us for a week of water games. Grab your bathing suits, water shoes, and towel! You don't want to miss out on the fun! Rising K-2nd * Co-ed * Max 20 Campers * $125
Splish-Splash * Coach Thompson * 1pm-4pm
June 29- July 2
Blast off into a galaxy of fun at this space themed camp! Kids will enjoy learning about God’s big universe through astronaut adventures, the wonders of the sun, moon, planets, and stars- plus, out-of-this-world crafts, games, and space-themed snacks. It will be a stellar way to excite wonder and faith in our big God for these little ones! Rising K-2nd * Co-ed * Max 20 Campers * $125
Calling all animal lovers! Your student will go wild for this week of exploring different animal kingdoms- jungle, farm, ocean, and safari! Come and enjoy hands-on crafts, games, and treat making while we learn about God’s amazing creatures- great and small! Rising K-2nd * Co-ed * Max 25 Campers * $125
Lost in Space * Mrs. Alexander * 9am-12pm
**Current & 2026/27 Full-time BRCS students receive $15 discount per camp.
July 6 -9
All Creatures Great & Small * Mrs. Alexander * 1pm-4pm
Cheer Camp Remix * Mrs. Clifton * 1pm-4pm
July 13-16
Kinetic Kids * Ms. Chloe * 9am-12pm
During our time together, we will be learning some cheers, stunts, and even several short dance routines that go along with FORREST FRANK!! For part of our time, we will be RE-mixing it up with some fun stories (Read aloud by Mrs. Clifton). There will also be snacks and crafts to go along with each story! It is sure to be a "cheerful" time! Rising K-2nd * Co-ed * Max 20 Campers * $125
This camp is designed to get your campers up and moving! Join us for fun PE & Recess games like organized tag, capture the flag, sharks & minnows, relays and a fun water day! Rising K-2nd * Co-ed * Max 25 Campers * $110
Join us for a week of hands-on discovery where we use reading to explore the secret life of plants! Students will practice identifying plant parts and following directions to plant their very own seedlings and flowers to take home. It’s the perfect way to sharpen literacy skills while getting outside and getting dirty! Rising K-2nd * Co-ed * Max 15 Campers * $125
Basketball * Coach Padilla * 1pm-4pm
Roots & Reads * Mrs. Caricofe * 9am-12pm
Learn fundamental skills, in-game concepts, and coaching in an environment that glorifies God. All skill and experience levels welcome! Rising K-2nd * Co-ed * No Max * $110
July 20-23
Ahoy mateys! Set sail with us for 4 days of treasure hunts, underwater tales and God’s love on every wave! Your campers will dive into epic water games, ocean-themed crafts, and delicious sea-worthy snacks. Rising K-2nd * Co-ed * Max 15 Campers * $125
Pirates & Mermaids * Mrs. Alexander * 9am-12pm
Little Scientists * Mrs. Alexander * 1pm-4pm
Grab a lab coat and join us for a week of awesome science experiments! Your student will get to be hands-on with making their own baking soda volcano, oobleck slime, and more! They will be discovering some of the intriguing and wonder-filled ways God created this amazing universe! Rising K-2nd * Co-ed * Max 25 Campers * $125
July 27-30
Camps for Rising 3rd-5th
Grossology * Mrs. Ours * 9am-12pm
Bracelets & Braids (Girls Only) * Mrs. Wheelbarger * 1pm-4pm
Perfect for curious kids who love STEM, aren’t afraid to get a little messy, and think gross is great! Grossology is a hands-on summer camp where science meets the wonderfully weird and totally gross. Campers will explore slimy, stinky, and sticky topics like slime, boogers, bugs, and more. Through messy experiments, interactive games, gross challenges, and creative projects, campers will learn that “gross” things are actually awesome and show off God's creativity! Rising 3rd-8th * Co-ed * No Max * $125
Days full of mind games, board games, and gym games...All your favorite things in one camp! Test your strategy skills and then your agility in this unique and fun camp! Rising 3rd-5th * Boys Only * Max 15 Campers * $110
Games Galore (Boys Only) * Mr. Saulton * 1pm-4pm
If your girl likes to play with hair and make friendship bracelets, then this is the camp for her! We are going to learn multiple ways to braid each other's hair, and learn how to make different friendship bracelets to give to a friend. We will also talk about what it means to be a good friend just like the friend we have in Jesus. Rising 3rd-5th * Girls only * Max 20 Campers * $125
June 15-18
Participants will learn how to use and control a sewing machine through practice and a sample sewing project. Each camper will practice using a pattern, cutting fabric for the project, using a sewing machine to construct the project and create something of their own. Rising 3rd-5th * Co-ed * Max 7 Campers * $110
Join Mrs. Sutton for this creative camp where your art can be worn, eaten, played with, or used in other unique ways. Students will design batik t-shirts, create edible paintings, build their own game boards, weave bookmarks, and more. **Please provide a white cotton t-shirt in your child's size for the batik project. Rising 3rd-8th * Co-ed * Max 25 Campers * $125
Art is Everywhere! * Mrs. Sutton* 1pm - 4pm
Sewing * Mrs. Horn * 9am-12pm
Step into God’s masterpiece this summer with a one-of-a-kind art camp where creativity meets the beauty of the outdoors! Each day, campers will journey to a new scenic location to explore and paint the wonder of God’s creation—sparkling waters, towering trees, blooming fields, and breathtaking skies. With sketchbooks and paintbrushes in hand, students will learn the art of observation, color-mixing, and outdoor painting while reflecting on the God who designed it all. Rising 3rd-5th * Co-ed * Max 25 Campers * $125
All About Girls! (Girls only) * Coach Thompson * 9am-12pm
Learn the game and techniques, develop skills and have serious fun in a safe, Christ-honoring environment. Every day will also include a football themed Bible devotional. Rising 3rd-8th * Boys only * No max * $110
Colors of Creation * Mrs. Swortzel * 1pm-4pm
Flag Football (Boys only) * Mr. Swortzel * 9am-12pm
No stinky boys allowed at this all-girls camp! This camp will help your camper embrace & celebrate her God-given femininity with fun "girly" focused activities- bow making & various hairstyles, learning how movement helps our overall mental & physical health, nail painting, age appropriate make overs, and more! Rising 3rd-8th * Girls Only * Max 20 campers * $125
Craft & Create * Ms. Madeleine * 9am-12pm
Around the World with Senora Podgayskiy * 1pm-4pm
July 6-9
Enjoy four fun-filled days full of various crafts like painting, bead buddies, and more! We’ll be using our God-given abilities and creativity to learn how to make crafts that campers will get to take home at the end of camp. We will also investigate how art connects to the BRCS 2026 summer theme as well as our call to serve the Lord! Rising 3rd-5th * Co-ed * Max 10 Campers * $125
Join us as we make food, do crafts, play games, listen to music, and have fun learning about countries and cultures around the world! This immersive experience will create memories you will take with you in all your future adventures! Rising 3rd-5th * Co-ed * Max 20 Campers * $125
Learn fundamentals and competition in an environment that glorifies God. All skill and experience levels welcome! Rising 3rd-5th * Girls Only * Max 18 * $110
Art that is focused on color! Have fun color mixing with paint and clay, face paint, garden stones, explosion books, and dyed fabric! Rising 3rd-8th * Max 20 * Co-ed * $125
Engaging Race * Mrs. Palumbo* 1pm-4pm
Campers will be emersed in hours of mind and body-engaging competitions, problem-solving, creativity, experimentation, and exploration within realms of science, math, literature, art, and kinesiology. Rising 3rd-8th * Co-ed * No Max * $125
Girl's Volleyball * Coach Mumbert * 9am-12pm
Color Splash * Mrs. Pellerin * 9am-12pm
Learn fundamental skills, in-game concepts, and coaching from the BRCS Men's and Women's soccer program players and Coach Padilla in an environment that glorifies God. All skill and experience levels welcome! Rising 3rd-5th * Co-ed * No Max * $110
Join us for a week of hands-on discovery where we use reading to explore the secret life of plants! Students will practice identifying plant parts and following directions to plant their very own seedlings and flowers to take home. It’s the perfect way to sharpen literacy skills while getting outside and getting dirty! Rising 3rd-5th * Co-ed * Max 15 Campers * $125
Roots & Reads * Mrs. Caricofe * 1pm-4pm
Campers will be introduced to several different sports with their peers over the course of the week. These sports could include but are not limited to: basketball, soccer, kickball, handball, baseball, volleyball, ultimate frisbee, and many more! Rising 3rd-5th * Co-ed * Max 16 Campers * $110
Intramural Sports * Mr. McDonald * 1pm-4pm
July 27-30 'd
Cooking * Mrs. McDonald * 9am-12pm
Campers will learn to cook a variety of scrumptious creations that will add to their love of food and their skills in making it. This fun filled week will enlighten your heart with food and friendship! Rising 3rd-5th * Co-ed * Max 12 students * $125
Camps for Rising 6th-12th
Make a joyful noise! Carrendo Studios is excited to collaborate with BRCS to instruct students on how to use their music to glorify God. Worship camp is designed for students with at least one year of experience on their instrument or with singing. Through the camp we will learn contemporary approaches to playing music and spiritual postures we can assume to affirm that worship is designed to honor God, not ourselves. This camp is ideally offered to students of the piano, violin/viola/cello/bass, guitar, bass, drums, and singers but other instruments are encouraged to participate and are recommended to contact admin@carrendostudios.com or 540-208-1810 so that we can best prepare. Rising 6th-12th * Co-ed * No Max * $125
Raise the roof! (and your art) in this fun new camp that includes repousse, cookie designs, printmaking, and polymer clay work exploring tactile art, and more! Rising 6th-8th * Co-ed * Max 20 * $125
Worship Ensemble * Carrendo Studios * 9am-12pm
It's a Relief! * Mrs.Pellerin* 1pm-4pm
Art is Everywhere * Mrs. Sutton* 1pm-4pm
Soccer * Mr. Saulton* 9am-12pm
All skill levels welcome in this "here to play" camp! Practice things you know and have fun learning new skills in this world-wide favorite past time! Rising 6th-8th * Co-ed * Max 15 Campers * $110
Pickleball Basics * Mr. Zayn * 1pm-4pm
June 29 - July 2
Flag Football (boys only) * Mr. Swortzel * 9am-12pm
No stinky boys allowed at this all-girls camp! This camp will help your camper embrace & celebrate her God-given femininity with fun "girly" focused activities- bow making & various hairstyles, learning how movement helps our overall mental & physical health, nail painting, age appropriate make overs, and more! Rising 3rd-8th * Girls Only * Max 20 students * $125
All About Girls! * Coach Thompson * 9am-12pm
Learn the game and techniques, develop skills and have serious fun in a safe, Christ honoring environment. Every day will also include a football themed Bible devotional. Rising 3rd-8th * Boys Only * No max * $110
This is a fun and friendly beginner camp designed to get you confidently into the game! Whether you’ve never picked up a paddle or just want to brush up on the rules, you’ll learn the fundamentals of pickleball including serving, scoring, court positioning, and basic strategy. Bring your own pickleball paddle, your sneakers and a smile! Rising 6th-8th * Co-ed * Max 20 Campers * $110
In this hands on camp, students will learn the basics of cooking by exploring both proper technique and kitchen creativity. We will cook a delicious array of foods ranging from savory to sweet and everything in between. This camp is perfect for anyone who loves to cook, wants to learn more about cooking, and loves to eat homemade (& delicious) food! Rising 6th-8th * Co-ed * Max 12 Campers * $125
Baking (girls only) * Mrs. Wright and Ms. Molly * 1pm-4pm
Campers will be introduced to several different sports with their peers over the course of the week. These sports could include but are not limited to: basketball, soccer, kickball, handball, baseball, volleyball, ultimate frisbee, and many more! Rising 6th-8th * Boys Only * Max 16 * $110
Join Molly Wright - owner of Sweet Molly Kate’s bakery in Dayton- and her mom for a girl's baking camp where you’ll learn some baking skills that will include cakes, macarons, cookies and more! The best part of this class is that we will bless others with gifts of baked goods throughout the week AND each participant will get to take some of their delicious treats home for their family. Rising 6th - 8th * Girls Only * Max 12 * $125
Intramural Sports (boys only) * Mr. McDonald * 1pm-4pm
Learn fundamentals and competition in an environment that glorifies God. All skill and experience levels welcome! Rising 6th-8th * Girls Only * No Max * $110
Girl's Volleyball * Coach Lloyd * 1pm- 4pm
Art that is focused on color! Have fun color mixing with paint and clay, face paint, garden stones, explosion books, and dyed fabric! Rising 3rd-8th * Co-ed * Max 20 Campers * $125
Engaging Race * Mrs. Palumbo * 1pm-4pm
Campers will be emersed in 3 hours of mind and body-engaging competitions, problem-solving, creativity, experimentation, and exploration within realms of science, math, literature, art, and kinesiology. Rising 3rd-8th * Co-ed * No Max * $125
Come join us as we take an exciting walk through the entire 66 books of the Bible in sequential order! Students will make their own timeline, try authentic Israeli food, (including a Seder meal), and will gain a better understanding of how Jesus is the thread that holds it all together! Rising 6th-12th * Co-ed * No Max * $125
Campers will bring their own sewing machine or borrow a school machine (limited number available) to make a pair of pj pants from a pattern. There are additional smaller sewing projects to choose from after pants are completed. After registration, students will be notified of the amount of cotton or flannel non-stretchy fabric they should bring along with their elastic and thread. Rising 6th-8th * Co-ed * Max 15 * $110
Sewing * Mrs. Palumbo* 1pm-4pm
Trek Through the Testaments * Mrs. Terrell * 9am-12pm
July 27- 30
Recipes for Success * Mrs. Caricofe * 9am-12pm
We’re putting reading into action this summer by diving into the world of "how-to" guides. Campers will practice focused reading as they navigate recipes, craft instructions, and other functional texts to create their own snacks and masterpieces. Rising 6th-8th * Co-ed * Max 15 Campers * $125
Join us for a week of hands-on discovery where we use reading to explore the secret life of plants! Students will practice identifying plant parts and following directions to plant their very own seedlings and flowers to take home. It’s the perfect way to sharpen literacy skills while getting outside and getting dirty! Rising 6th-8th * Co-ed * Max 15 Campers * $125
No. If campers will be onsite for morning & afternoon sessions, they will need to pack a cold lunch. Most of our camps will provide a snack time for campers to eat their snack. If your child's camp provides a snack for your camper (for instance, cooking camps), that information will be in the camper guide sent out after registration is complete. Please make sure all campers bring a water bottle, too!
Summer Camp FAQs
How does drop-off and pick-up work?
Pick-up and drop-off will take place at the location of the camp. Parents should walk their child to the registration table on the first day of camp to check in with the camp counselor and get their pick up tag. After the first day, campers may just be dropped off and the parent may leave once the camper gets to their camp location (inside or outside). At pick-up, parents will pull into the parking lot, show their pick up tag and wait for their camper. Camps will wait outside with the camp counselor during pick-up.
Will snack & lunch be provided?
Where will the camps take place?
Do I have to be a BRCS student to register?
Follow this link: https://pci.jotform.com/BRCS/2026-BRCS-camp-registration If you have trouble with the link, please contact the Lower School office at 540-828-2233 or email summercamps@brcschool.org.
How do I register?
No! We love to have students from other schools join us for the summer! We can’t wait to meet you!
Camps will take place at both of our campuses throughout the summer (Bridgewater and Dayton). We will be in touch closer to time with the specific location of your child's camp. There are some camps that will go off-site (Colors of Creation, for example). In these instances, school-approved transportation will be used.
What if a camp gets canceled after I pay, or if I have to cancel my registration?
Age requirements can be found in the registration form or in the individual summer camp descriptions. We have camps for ages ranging from rising K through rising 12th grade.
We provide full refunds to any campers that have to cancel their registration with us IF the cancellation is made within 2 weeks of the start date of the camp. If BRCS cancels a camp that you have already paid for, you will receive a full refund for the canceled camp. Obviously, we are human and we understand life happens. In the instance of extenuating circumstances, please contact us and we will do our best to work with you.
Are there limits and wait lists for your camps?
Yes, we offer before care for an additional fee. Before care will be available from 8am-9am for $20 per camp week. After care is not offered and all campers must be picked up within 15 minutes of the conclusion of camp (ex: 4:15pm). If you know in advance, please indicate on your camper's registration form if you will need before care. If you don't know your schedule needs yet, we can work with you closer to time to add before care.
Do you offer extended care?
What does my camper need to bring?
You will receive a camper guide via the email you provided on your registration form closer to the summer that has detailed instructions about what to bring and any special instructions.
What are the age requirements?
Yes, there are limits on some of our camps. These can be found in the summer camp descriptions. The registration form will automatically track how many spots are left in camps that have a max, so if you try to register and can't (or if the camp is showing as unavailable), then it's full. If the camp you are trying to register for is full, you can contact Ashley Adams at summercamps@brcschool.org to be placed on a waitlist. You will be contacted if a spot opens up at a later date.
What’s the summer camp dress code?
Outdoor camps: What happens in case of rain?
Can I leave medication for my camper at school?
What if my camper has a camp at the Upper School in the morning and then a camp at the Lower School in the afternoon, or vice versa?
Yes. Emergency/necessary daily medications can be turned into the office and kept at school during camp hours. You will be required to fill out all necessary forms ahead of time and secure a doctor's signature, so please contact the Lower School office promptly at 540-828-2233 if you need to send medication to school.
Camp will still take place in case of rain. We will either move inside to a classroom or the gym to do indoor activities.
We will provide school-approved transportation to their next camp during the lunch hour! Please drop off at whichever campus the first camp is being held, and pick up at whichever campus the second camp is being held.
All campers must be appropriately and modestly dressed for camps or while on campus in any setting. Modestly dressed indicates: Shirts are worn at all times. Tank-tops are not allowed. Leggings can only be worn under a skirt or with a long shirt that covers the backside. All shorts must be at least 3-4 inches below the inseam. All skirts must be no higher than 2 inches above the knee and must be worn with biker shorts or leggings underneath. Each camper will receive a free t-shirt during their camp week. They will wear the t-shirts on Thursday or camp week. (One t-shirt per camper)
Please check back regularly & follow us on Social Media for updated camp opportunities!
Will there be more camps offered?
Additional Questions?
A link will be sent out to a Google album of summer camp photos that you can access after the conclusion of the camp. Photos will also be posted on social media throughout the summer. If you do not wish for photos to be posted of your camper on social media, please indicate on the registration form.
Are there discounts offered to BRCS students?
Drop off will be permitted 15 minutes before camp begins and pick-up will be within 15 minutes after camp has ended. Otherwise, you will need to pay for before/after care.
For all additional questions, please contact summercamps@brcschool.org or call the lower school at 540-828-2233.
Where can I find pictures of my camper?
Yes! We are pleased to offer discounts to 2025-26 full-time BRCS students, and full-time students enrolled for the upcoming 2026-27 school year. Watch for an email from summercamps@brcschool.org for a promo code specific to BRCS families. This promo code must be entered on the registration form in order to secure the discount.
What time is pick-up and drop-off?
UPPER SCHOOL 290 MILL ST. DAYTON, VA 22821 540-689-0082 LOWER SCHOOL 100 DINKEL AVE. BRIDGEWATER, VA 22812 540-828-2233