Hello Matthews Community!
It's time to begin planning for Summer 2025. Before you know it, the sun and warm temperatures will grace this beautiful town. Your Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resource Department is thrilled to offer an exciting lineup of activities designed to bring families and friends together, celebrate the great outdoors and just have some fun.
The team has crafted programs and events for all ages and interests. Many of the programs from past years are back, while there are also lots of new opportunities to be a part of. This summer is a chance to take a class that you’ve always wanted to try, learn a new skill, or take that moment to enjoy nature.
Thank you for making Matthews a place where recreation, culture, and adventure all come together. Here’s to an amazing Summer 2025!
We use an online registration system, RecDesk, for the majority of our summer camps. If you are unable to use the system, please call us at the facility where the camp is taking place.
Thebestwaytoregisterisonlinebeginning February3!
YoucanregisterinpersonatCrewsRecreation CenterorMatthewsCommunityCenter.You canalsocalleitherfacilityandregisteroverthe phone.
Online:Registerforanyprogramat: https://matthewsfun.recdesk.com/ Community/Home
Youwillneedtocreateamemberprofileifyou havenotalreadydoneso.
Toqualifyforaresidentrate,youmustbea residentoftheTownofMatthewsandreside inzipcode28105.
We offer financial assistance for any child who is on free or reduced lunch.
We offer a 30% reduced rate. You must show proof of free or reduced lunch for this rate. Contact Ashley Murdock, Charles Smith, or Daniel Carpenter for more information
IfthecampiscanceledbytheTownof Matthewspriortothestartofthecamp, participantswillreceivea100%refund.
Iftheparticipantwithdraws15+dayspriortothe beginningofcamp,therewillbe100%refund.
Iftheparticipantwithdrawsfromcampbetween 7and14daysofthebeginningofcamp,there willbea90%refund.
Iftheparticipantwithdrawsfromthecamp6 daysorlessbeforethebeginningofthe camporafterthecamphasstarted,there willbenorefund.
Paymentisdueinfullatthetimeofregistration. Online:Youcanpaywithanycredit,debitcard, orACHtransfer.
InPerson:Youcanpaywithcash,check,or anydebitorcreditcard
*Allpaymentsmadewithdebit/creditcards aresubjecttoatransactionfee*
Waiting lists begin once registration is full. You must register on the waiting list for your desired camp to be considered for a spot, should we have an opening. We will contact you if a spot becomes available, so please make sure your contact information is correct on your account.
Full day indoor camps. All materials are included. Campers need to bring a nut-free lunch, a water bottle, and 2 snacks each day.
Whatagreatwaytocelebratethearrivalofsummer! Joinustomakefunandcolorfulartprojectsinspiredby thebeach,sealife,mountains,camping,bugs,and delicioustreatsweliketoenjoyduringthewarm season.Workwithtechniquessuchasdrawing,collage, acrylics,watercolor,pastels,printmaking,and assemblage.
Matthews Resident: $320 Non-Resident: $330 Ages 6-12
Maximizeyourexperienceatthiscampbybuildinga homeforafairyorgnome Shapeyourhomeusing cardboardandpaper-mache Furnishanddecorateit withavarietyofmaterialssuchaswoodensticks,twigs, fabric,yarn,recoveredobjects,paintandevenfairy lights!Complementyourdesignbymakingabeautiful gardenaroundit,andfinally,createyourownlittle friendstoliveintheirnewplace.
Matthews Resident: $320 Non-Resident: $330 Ages 6-12
Maximizeyourkitchenexperienceinthisfunand hands-onculinaryprogram,whichfocuseson presentingrecipesmadewithnutritious,healthy ingredients.Bepreparedtobeinspiredtoappreciate goodfood,tolearnthathealthyfoodcanbedelicious, andtobegindevelopinglifelongcookingskills
Matthews Resident: $390 Non-Resident: $400 Ages 8-14
Full day indoor camps. All materials are included. Campers need to bring a nut-free lunch, a water bottle, and 2 snacks each day.
Embarkonthisinstructiveandfunadventurearoundthe worldtolearnabouttheartofdifferentpeoplesand cultures.Freeyourcreativityusingmixedmedia techniquestomakebeautifulartprojectsinspiredby traditionalfolkartfromplaceslikeAfrica,Japan,Mexico, Panama,Australia,China,India,Brazil,Greece,and Egypt.
Matthews Resident: $320 Non-Resident: $330 Ages 6-12
Discoverwaystoproduceartinmultiplesandcreate yourownone-of-a-kindprints!Inthiscamp,youwillplay andexperimentwithdifferentkindsofprintmakingsuch asgelliplatemono-printing,reliefblockprinting, dry-pointetching,collagraph,stenciling,stamping,and marbling
Matthews Resident: $320 Non-Resident: $330 Ages 6-12
Doyoulikecreatinglittlespacesforyourdollsortoy petstolive?Doyouliketoembellishtheirspacewith littlefurnitureanddecoritems?Thenthiscampisfor you!Joinusindecoratingatwo-storydollhouse.Create yourdesignbychoosingyourstyle&colors,sketching yourfurniture,andselectingtheaccessoriestobring yourconcepttolifeusingavarietyofmaterialssuchas cardboard,woodensticks,fabric,paint,paper,found objectsaswellasfairylights
Matthews Resident: $370 Non-Resident: $380 Ages 6-12
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Campers need to bring a nut-free lunch, a w
Joinusonthisexcitingjourneythroughtheworldof color,shapesandtexturestoexploreyourcreativity. Makeoriginal,nature-inspiredartprojectsusingfun mediaandtechniquessuchasacryliconcanvas, pastels,drawing,collage,mosaic,papermache,and assemblage.
Matthews Resident: $320 Non-Resident: $330 Ages 6-12
Exploretheexcitingmeanstocreatebeautifulworksof artusingfabricandfibers Learndifferenttechniques suchasweaving,embroidery,appliqué,batik,shibori, andstamping Alsomakeanupholsteredminichair
Matthews Resident: $320 Non-Resident: $330 Ages 6-12
Travelwithusthroughouterspaceonthisartistic journeytothestars.Buildaspacedioramawithplanets, stars,astronautsandspaceshipsusingpaper-mache, assemblage,collageandpaint.Createyourownversion ofagoofyalienandplayanexcitingrocketracegame whereyouwillbuildlittleprojectilesandblastthemoff outdoors.
Matthews Resident: $320 Non-Resident: $330 Ages 6-12
Full day indoor camps. All materials are included.
Registerby February14 &receive $10off!
Campers need to bring a nut-free lunch, a water bottle, and 2 snacks each day.
AGES 6-11 | 6 YEAR OLDS MUST HAVE COMPLETED KINDERGARTEN
WagonovertothemostPAWSOMEcampintown! YouandyourSTEAMTeamwillengineeraworld createdjustforpets:FromPetsPaloozaHotelDayto HavingaBallDaytoGiveaDogaBoneDaytoSalty SeaDogDaytoaveryspecialRescuePetsDay.You’ll evenadoptadorablepretendpetsofyourownand createhabitatstomatchtheirneedsandpersonalities!
Matthews Resident: $285 Non-Resident: $295
3 2 1Blastoff!YouandaSTEAMTeamofastronaut friendswillcreateyourownMissionControlStationand soarthroughtheuniverse.You’lllearnthespectacular scienceofspacewhiletakingonagalaxyofcosmically coolchallenges-fromRocketLaunchDaytoMoonDay toIntergalacticDaytoAlienDay.Don’tmissoutonthis outofthisworldChallengeIslandcamp!
Matthews Resident: $285 Non-Resident: $295
Preparetostirupthemostdelicious-lookingslime recipesontheSevenSeas!YouandyourSTEAM Teamhavebeenchosentobeslimesouschefsonthe SS Slimetopiacruiseshipandit’suptoyouto"feed" theslimehungrypassengersmorning,noonandnight! You'llmixupBelgianWaffleSlime,FastFood HamburgerSlime,IceCreamSundaeSlimeand SpectacularSushiSlimejusttonameafew.
Matthews Resident: $230
Non-Resident: $240
Full day indoor camps. All materials are included.
Registerby February14 &receive $10off!
Campers need to bring a nut-free lunch, a water bottle, and 2 snacks each day.
AGES 6-11 | 6 YEAR OLDS MUST HAVE COMPLETED KINDERGARTEN
Onceuponatimetherewasabestsellingcampthat turnedfavoritechildren’sbooksintofantasticalslimy adventures.OurSTEAMTeamswillmixupnewslime classicslikeAlice’sUnbirthdayCakeSlime,Charlie’s EverlastingGobstopperSlime,Percy’sBlueCookie Slime,Narnia’sTurkishDelightSlimeandSTEAMwarts ButterBeerSlime.
Matthews Resident: $285 Non-Resident: $295
Callingallinnovativeandinventivekidstoanadventure inSTEAMandentrepreneurship!YouandyourSTEAM Teamwilldesign,createandopennewbusinesses everyday.Canyouconvincetheislandsharksthatyour STEAMTeam’sbusinessbelongsinthenewChallenge IslandMall?
Matthews Resident: $285 Non-Resident: $295
Thesquishy,squashycampthatstarteditall!Youanda STEAMTeamoffriendswilllearnthescienceofslime anddesignyourownSlimeFactory.You'llopenyour ownSlimetopiaThemeParkandfillitwithdifferent slimeylands!Frombuttertobubble;fromcrunchyto glossytoeveryslimeinbetween,we’vegotyouand yourSTEAMTeamcovered(inslime,thatis!).
Matthews Resident: $285 Non-Resident: $295
Full day indoor camps. All materials are included. Campers need to bring a nut-free lunch, a water bottle, and 2 snacks each day. Registerby February14 &receive $10off!
AGES 6-11 | 6 YEAR OLDS MUST HAVE COMPLETED KINDERGARTEN
Callingallcreature-lovingkidstothiswildandadorable islandadventure.YouandaSTEAMTeamoffriends willengineeryourwaythroughtheAnimalKingdom exploringlifeindiversehabitats-fromoceansto rainforeststodesertstoicetothepetsthatliveinour homes.AwildlyexcitingtimeawaitsonChallenge Island’s®AnimalIsland!
Matthews Resident: $285 Non-Resident: $295
Create an imaginative short story in one week! Experience the fun of writing fiction as you invent unique characters, drop them into imaginative settings, and confer conflicts that only your character can solve! Create a sports story, a science fiction/fantasy story, a historical story, and a mystery using hands-on activities
Rising4th-5thgradestudents
Matthews Resident: $145 Non-Resident: $155
Rising6th-8thgradestudents.
Matthews Resident: $145 Non-Resident: $155
f day camps: Campers bring a water bottle and a snack each day.
Full day camp: Campers bring a water bottle, a nut-free lunch, and 2 snacks each day. All materials provided.
AGES 5-11 | 5 YEAR OLDS MUST HAVE COMPLETED KINDERGARTEN
Get ready to jet set to new destinations! Each week we’ll explore different parts of the globe and see the world through the lenses of art, music, food, sports and creative movement. This isn’t just a camp, it’s a global joyride!
Sail through turquoise waters to explore the breathtaking landscapes and cultures of islands like Tahiti, Fiji, and Samoa.
Matthews Resident: $175 Non-Resident: $185
Young explorers will experience history and culture of this vibrant region by visiting stunning temples like Wat Arun in Bangkok and Angkor Wat in Cambodia.
Matthews Resident: $250 Non-Resident: $255
Campers will uncover the mysteries of the pyramids, learn hieroglyphics, and explore modern Egyptian culture.
Matthews Resident: $250 Non-Resident: $255
Young explorers will discover vibrant cultures and stunning landscapes, including the Amazon rainforest, Andes Mountains, and Iguazu Falls.
Matthews Resident: $250 Non-Resident: $255
Pre-camp care available from 8am-9am for an additional $30/week.
After-camp care available from 3pm-5:30pm for an additional $45/week.
Half day indoor camps. All materials are included. pers need to bring a water bottle and a snack each day.
Half-day camps with themed-weeks. Each camp offers a ballet class, followed by themed crafts and activities each day. Campers will need ballet slippers or socks and a change of shoes for the week.
NEW THIS YEAR!
Campers will step into the spotlight and show off what they have learned during the week with a parent showing during the last 20 minutes of class each Friday! Campers are encouraged to dress for the weekly theme!
Setsailwithusonourballetdancevoyagewith Moana,Arielandevensomepirates!
Aweekwhereeverydayunfoldslikeapagefroma captivatingstorybook,filledwiththemagicof princessesandfairytales!
Joinusforafun-filledweekwiththeHeelerfamily andtheirfriends!
Swifties are invited to shake, shake, shake it off in a week of all things Taylor!
Matthews Resident: $145 Non-Resident: $150 Ages 4-7
Matthews Resident: $145 Non-Resident: $150 Ages 4-8
Matthews Resident: $145 Non-Resident: $150 Ages 4-7
Matthews Resident: $145 Non-Resident: $150 Ages 6-10
Wear your favorite Taylor look for a fashion show that will accompany the Friday parent showing!
Itmaybesummer,butinourmindswe’llbein Arendelle,dancingalongwithourfavoriteicequeen. Thecoldneverbotheredusanyway!
Matthews Resident: $145 Non-Resident: $150 Ages 4-8
Full day indoor camps. All materials are included. Campers need to bring a nut-free lunch, a water bottle, and 2 snacks each day.
CAMMPisafulldaycampwith1/2dayofmathematicsand1/2dayofroboticsandcoding.
CAMMP'sphilosophyistoenhancechildren'sunderstandingofmathematics,roboticsandcodingand itsconnectionstothinking,reasoningandreal-worldproblemsolving.
Moreinfocanbefoundatwww.cammp.com *Campforeachagegroupwillrunsimultaneouslyduringthedateslisted*
NEW THIS YEAR!
Parents are welcome to attend an end-of-week bot battle where each CAMMPer will build and operate both mechanical and battery-powered machines and race their creations!
CAMMPerscreateprogrammablecompound machinesandlearnhowgears,wheels,axlesand othersimplemachinescanworktogetherand operate
Matthews Resident: $285 Non-Resident: $305
CAMMPerswillworkspecificallyonthe programmable,computer-operatedrobots.
Matthews Resident: $285 Non-Resident: $305
Half day indoor camps. All materials are included.
Registerby March31for 10%offany ADcamp!
Campers need to bring a water bottle and a snack each day.
Craftandcreatewhileexploringcolors,texturesand shapestomakefunandexcitingprojectsthroughout theweek!Camperswillindulgeinavarietyof mediumslikepainting,drawing,collageandmoreto createtheircrafts.Studentswillalsopractice essentialskillslikecuttingandgluingtohelpprepare themfortheupcomingschoolyear.
Matthews Resident: $175 Non-Resident: $185 Ages 5-7
*Campers must have completed Pre-K or K and are able to use the restroom without assistance*
Camperswillplaywithclay,drawandpaint,design originalartpromotionalproducts,t-shirtsand drawstringbackpacks!Campersalsoplaygamesand organizeaFridayCamperProjectExhibitfortheir families
Matthews Resident: $215 Non-Resident: $225 Ages 9-11
Claycamperswilllearnaboutlocalceramicshistory andusecoils,slabs,extrusions,potterywheels, glazesandpainttocreateartwork Kidswillalsoplay gamesandeatpopsiclesafterdailycleanup-dress forafunmess!CamperswillorganizeaFriday CamperClayProjectExhibitfortheirfamilies
Matthews Resident: $200 Non-Resident: $210 Ages 7-9 (Rising 2nd-4th) / 10-12 (Rising 4th-6th)
Registerby April1for 10%offany ADcamp!
Half day indoor camps. All materials are included. Campers need to bring a water bottle and a snack each day. Claycamperswillexploreclaypinchpots,coils, extrusions,potterywheelsandglazes!Advanced studentswillbeself-directedandcanworkontheir VisualArtsportfolio CamperswillorganizeaFriday CamperClayProjectExhibitfortheirfamilies Dress forafunmess!
Matthews Resident: $200 Non-Resident: $210 Ages 12-18
The McDowell Arts Center is located across from the Matthews Community Center and features a FREE public art gallery upstairs where local and regional artists feature their professional artwork. Gallery displays rotate every month. The majority of artwork is for sale! Support your local artists and check out our monthly shows!
OurGymstarsMulti-SportCampsfocusonexposing youngathletestoavarietyofsportsandactivities whilebringingoutthebestineachindividualathlete. We’llberotatingthroughadifferentselectionof traditionalsportsandgymgameseachday.From soccertoflagfootball,dodgeballtokickball,thiscamp hasitall!Campersofallskilllevelsandabilitieswill enjoythishigh-energy,high-excitementsummer camp.
Matthews Resident: $100 Non-Resident: $110 Ages 4-6
OurGymstarsMulti-SportCampsfocusonexposing youngathletestoavarietyofsportsandactivities whilebringingoutthebestineachindividualathlete. We’llberotatingthroughadifferentselectionof traditionalsportsandgymgameseachday.From soccertoflagfootball,dodgeballtokickball,thiscamp hasitall!Campersofallskilllevelsandabilitieswill enjoythishigh-energy,high-excitementsummer camp.
Matthews Resident: $100 Non-Resident: $110 Ages 7-12
Full day indoor camps.
Campers need to bring a nut-free lunch, a water bottle, and 2 snacks each day.
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Localbasketballlegend,MuggsyBogues,returnstoCrew campsforchildrenages6-14.Camper
LedbyMuggsy,campcounselorshavedevelopeda5daycampcurriculumfocusedonfundamentalbasketball skills:ballhandling,defense,freethrows,footworkand rebounding.Inadditiontothevarietyofskill developmentdrills,camperswillplaycompetitivegames andthecampwillconcludewithatournament Campers willnotonlylearnthefundamentalsofbasketball,but theywillalsolearncharacterandleadershiptechniques thatcanbeusedoutsideofbasketball
Matthews Resident: $290 Non-Resident: $295
Plus additional fees
Ages 6-14
Thisweek-longcampwillgivecampersachanceto learnfromMuggsy’sstaffofexperiencedcounselors,as wellastheformerNBAgreatandBasketballHallof Famenomineehimself Camperswillparticipateina varietyofskilldevelopmentdrills,gamesandawinner takealltournament,whichwillnotonlyteachthemabout basketball,butallowthemtolearninafunandpositive environment.Camperswillreceiveacampt-shirtand backpack.
Matthews Resident: $290 Non-Resident: $295
Plus additional fees
Ages 6-14
Half day indoor camps.
Campers need to bring a water bottle and a snack each day.
Camperswillexplorebasicscienceconceptsthrougha varietyofhands-onactivities,experimentsand demonstrationsincluding,butnotlimitedtoglowinthe darkslime,wavebottles,balancingtoyandfossil imprints.CampersshoulddressforaMESS!
Matthews Resident: $200 Non-Resident: $210
Ages 5-10
Camperswillexploretheworldofkitchenchemistryby testinginvisibleink,discoveringthefunofpH,creating chemicalreactionsandpolymersynthesis.
Matthews Resident: $200 Non-Resident: $210
Ages 5-10
Half day camps: Campers bring a water bottle and a snack each day.
Full day camp: Campers bring a water bottle, a nut-free lunch, and 2 snacks each day.
Coach Conroy's All-Sports Camp is for ages 6-14. The co-ed camp, which groups campers by age, features a wide range of sports such as soccer, basketball, baseball, and more, all led by local athlete coaches. Campers enjoy daily activities designed to build sports skills and foster a love for physical activity.
New this year is Junior All-Sports Camp for ages 4-6, focusing on introducing younger children to sports.
Matthews Resident: $130 Non-Resident: $140
Matthews Resident: $250 Non-Resident: $260
Half day indoor camps.
Campers need to bring a water bo
Designandbuildyourwaythroughtheanimalkingdom, fromseatosafari,usingtensofthousandsofLEGO® parts.WiththeguidanceofanexperiencedPlay-Well instructor,you’llrecreatediversehabitatswhilecrafting animalsintheirnaturalsurroundings.Youranimal adventureawaits!
Matthews Resident: $165 Non-Resident: $175 Ages 5-7
Readytoputyourskillstothetest?Joinourinstructors astheyguideyouthroughthefundamentalsof mechanismsthatwillinspireyourcreativity,then,it’s yourturntoinnovate!Workingwithuniquedesign parameters,you'llconstructstructuresandvehicles, pushthemtotheirlimits,andseewhattheycan withstand Competehead-to-headandputreal-world conceptsintoactionwithexcitingLEGO®challenges!
Matthews Resident: $165 Non-Resident: $175 Ages 8-12
Half day indoor camps.
Campers need to bring a water bottle and a snack each day.
StartyourengineswiththousandsofLEGO®partsas youdiveintotheworldofvehicles!Buildanddesignan arrayofexcitingmachines,traversingland,sea,andair, withtheassistanceofexperiencedPlayWellinstructors. Learnabouttheengineeringprinciplesbehindmotors, gears,andeverythingthatvroomsandzooms!
Matthews Resident: $165 Non-Resident: $175 Ages 5-7
Getanywhere,anywaybybuildingfastandfurious vehiclesofallkinds!Diveintoourtensofthousandsof LEGO®partswhileyoulearnabouttheengineering behindvehicledesignandcreation Weguaranteethat ourPlay-Wellinstructorswillhelpyougetmovin'and groovin'throughtheworld
Matthews Resident: $165 Non-Resident: $175 Ages 8-12
Half day indoor camps.
Campers need to bring a water bottle and a snack each day.
ThisBeginnerLevelVolleyballCampisdesignedto teachtherulesofthegameandfundamentalskillsin passing,setting,hitting,andservingtoathletesnew tothesport Camperswilllearnthepropertechnique foreachskill,aswellasoffensiveanddefensive coverage,throughdrillsandpracticegames Drills willbeadjustedaccordingtoeachplayer’sskilllevel
Matthews Resident: $115 Non-Resident: $125 Ages 8-12
TheIntermediate/AdvancedVolleyballCampis designedtoimprovefundamentalskillsforathletes inpassing,setting,hitting,andserving Camperswill learnoffensiveanddefensivecoverageasthey developtheirskillsthroughdrillsandpractice games Drillswillbeadjustedaccordingtoeach player’sskilllevel
Matthews Resident: $115 Non-Resident: $125 Ages 13-17
Half day indoor camp.
Campers need to bring a water bottle and a snack each day.
AreyouacasualgameroranaspiringEsportsathlete? Ifso,thisEsports/VideoGamingsummercampisfor you.Underthesupervisionofexperienced“Game Coaches”camperswillhaveanopportunitytolearn strategies,improvetheirskillsindividuallyandworkin teams,boostingtheiroverallgamesenseandabilities asplayers.Teamworkisaveryimportantcomponentof eachcamp,andcamperslearnhowtobecomeeffective teammatesandleaders.Somegamesthatwillbe playedinclude:NBA2K,Madden,FIFA,SmashBros., MarioKart,MinecraftandRocketLeague.Dailygame genreswillbedeterminedbasedontheEsport athletes/campers’interests
Matthews Resident: $155 Non-Resident: $165 Ages 8-14
Experiencethesynergyofcookingandexerciseclasses aswecombinethetwotopicsintoacohesiveprogram canbeincrediblybeneficial.Participantswillengageina workoutfollowedbyacookingsessionfocusedon preparinghealthymeals,aswellasgetimportant nutritionalinformation.Thisapproachnotonlyprovides practicalskillsbutalsoinstillsasenseofcommunity amongparticipants Sharinghealthyrecipesand cookingtechniquescanfostermotivationand accountability Equipmentforcookingandexercisewill beprovided
Matthews Resident: $165 Non-Resident: $175 Ages 6-12
Half day indoor camps.
Campers need to bring a water bottle and a snack each day.
Doyoubelieveinmagic?Wouldyouliketoamazeyour friendsandfamily?Beginnermagicianswilllearnand performtrickseachday,createtheirownprops,and viewcooldemonstrations!Theywillalsogetto participateinamagicshowattheendoftheweek!
Matthews Resident: $135 Non-Resident: $145 Ages 8-14
ChessWizardshasbeenteachingthegameofchess since2002 Joinusthissummerfortonsofchallenging chesslessons,excitinggames,andcoolprizes Improve yourchessskills,meetnewfriends,andworkoutyour mostpowerfulmuscle-yourbrain!Campincludesfun teamchessgames(likeCornerChess),recesstime(of course),snacks,tournaments,andpuzzles Each camperreceivesaT-shirt,trophy,andpuzzlefolder
Matthews Resident: $250 Non-Resident: $260 Ages 5-12
JoinAYSOPLAY!SoccerCampthissummerforan immersivesoccerexperienceledbycertifiedyouth coaches Engageindailysmallgroupsessions,allowing personalizedguidancethroughsoccerskillsand challenges Eachdayisthemed,focusingontechnical skillsandbroadersoccerconceptsforanenriching experience BethenextAlexMorganorLandon DonavantoPLAYAYSO!
Matthews Resident: $115 Non-Resident: $125
Ages 5-10
Half day indoor camp.
Campers need to bring a water bottle and a snack each day.
ThiscampteachestheOlympicSportofFencing.Our fencingcampisgreatforbothnewfencersandthose whoalreadyhavepreviousexperience.Forsome activities,Fencerswillbedividedintogroupsbasedon experience;newfencerslearningbasicskillswhile returningfencerscontinuetoimprovetheirskills.All camperswillworkandplaytogetherwhilemakingnew friendsandhavinglotsoffun.Ourcamperto coach/counselorratioisverylowwhichallowscampers tohaveahigh-qualityexperience CoachBorisKhurgin (MasterofSportsinFencing–thehighestcoaching classification)willbeinstructingcampersonthe fundamentalfootwork,bladeworkandtacticsinvolvedin thisfast-pacedOlympicsport Equipmentwillbe provided
Matthews Resident: $195 Non-Resident: $205 Ages 9-12
InpartnershipwithCharlotteAllStarGymnasticsand Cheerleading,CrewsRecreationCenterwilloffera FUNdamentalcheerprogramdesignedforathletesages 5-12 Yourathletewilllearnthefundamentalsofcheer, dance,tumblingandstuntsinanon-competitiveformat Camperswillalsolearnthebasicmotionforcheersand chants!Astheweekprogresses,theathleteswilllearna miniroutineforthemtoperformforallparentsonFriday. Additionally,allcamperswillreceiveacampt-shirt.
Matthews Resident: $125 Non-Resident: $135 Ages 5-12
Half day indoor camp. All materials are included.
Campers need to bring a water bottle and a snack each day.
Explorethewondersofnaturethroughcrafts,activities, gamesandbackyardcritterencounters Participantswill growcrystals,makefossilreplicas,competewithsquirrels forsurvival,changecolorlikeachameleonandmore
Matthews Resident: $230 Non-Resident: $235
Ages 5-10
Half day indoor camps.
Campers need to bring a water bottle and a snack each day.
Inthisfunhands-oncampweek,preschoolerswill discoverhow,why,andwherethingsgrow,howweathe affectsourgardensandthebasicscienceofseeds. Theywillalsogetacquaintedwiththemany“creepy crawly”inhabitantsofthegarden&howthoseinsects helpmakegardenssobeautiful!
Matthews Resident: $160 Non-Resident: $170
Ages 4-6
Childrenwillhavefunwithhands-onexperimentsthat willincreasetheirunderstandingofourgoodshipEarth! Theywilllearnhowanimalsarecamouflagedandgoon thehuntforscentsandtracksastheytakeawalkonthe wildsideofscience,anddiscoverwhatadverselyaffects ourplanetasweexploreconservation.
Matthews Resident: $190 Non-Resident: $200
Ages 5-9
AGES 6-11 | 6 YEAR OLDS MUST HAVE COMPLETED KINDERGARTEN
Full day camps. Campers need to bring a nut-free lunch and a water bottle each day, unless otherwise notified by camp staff. Snacks are provided.
FUNshine and FUNshine X-Treme Week camp hours are from 9:00am-5:00pm.
We offer pre-camp (7:30am-9:00am) & post-camp (5:00pm-6:00pm) care for an additional $40/week.
Camp FUNshine is a full-day camp that offers a variety of themed weeks! Field trips are centered around the weekly theme and allow campers to have a new and exciting experiences. Registration price includes all field trips and swim trips during the week. Complete camp info, including the field trip schedule and camp location will be found this Spring at www.matthewsfun.com.
Matthews Resident: $210 Non-Resident: $220
All the fun of Camp FUNshine PLUS a field trip every day! Campers MUST be 8 years old prior to the first day of X-Treme Week due to field trip age minimums.
Matthews Resident: $250 Non-Resident: $260
At the Matthews Community Center, we own and operate the Fullwood Theater, a variety of classroom and studio spaces, large event rooms, and a dance space
Facility Rentals: We can accommodate anything from a small, intimate meeting to a full stage production.
The McDowell Arts Center offers art programs and classes year-round and art-based summer camps during the summer months
A full art gallery displays different local artist groups each month upstairs.
Crews offers a full-size gymnasium and large multi-purpose room with open gym sports, activities, classes and camps offered in both spaces.
Facility Rentals: We are a great place to host your birthday parties, baby and wedding showers, anniversary parties, family reunions and meetings
We also rent our full-size gymnasium to individuals, groups or schools for recreational purposes (i e basketball, volleyball, soccer, parties & etc )
PARKS WITH PLAYGROUNDS
Baucom Park*
Matthews-Sardis Park
Rice Park
Stumptown Park
Squirrel Lake Park*
Windsor Park*
*Indicates shelter rentals available
GREENWAY / TRAILS
Four Mile Creek Greenway
Matthews Heritage Trail
Biking/Hiking Trails at Purser-Hulsey Park
Eden Hall Walking Trails
POCKET PARKS
Country Place Park
KP Park
Fountain Rock Park
FOR EVENTS OF ALL TYPES AND SIZES INTERESTED?
