What are your COVID-19 protocols?
All campers are asked to not attend if they are exposed to COVID within 3-5 days prior to camp. If any campers begin to develop symptoms while at camp, we have the capability to administer a rapid antigen test, however parental consent must be obtained to administer a test. A parent may also choose to come and pickup his/her camper if they choose to not test for COVID.
When are your 2024 SUMMER Camp Dates and costs?
Mini Falcons Camp: June 10-13 ($125)
Resident Camp: July 14-17 ($485 Overnight, $385 Commuter)
When does camp registration open?
Online registration will open mid-January for 2024 camps.
Is there a Registration Deadline?
We accept registrations until the camp is full or 1 week prior to the start of camp (whichever comes first). Camps fill quickly so we encourage you to register early.
Do I have to pay in full or can I submit a deposit?
All camps will have payment options for 2024*
1) Full Payment: Pay in full at time of online registration with credit card.
2) Deposit: Pay a non-refundable deposit** at the time of online registration with your credit card and the remaining balance will be charged to your credit card on June 1st (Mini Falcons) or July 1st (Resident Camp) based on the camp you've selected.
3) Installment Plan (Resident Camp only): Pay a non-refundable deposit** at time of online registration with a credit card and your credit card will be charged on subsequent dates with the final amount charged on July 1st. You will be charged for any dates that have come and gone before the date of online registration.
*These options will be made available to you when payment is required at the end of the online registration process.
**Non-refundable deposit: Mini Falcons - $10, Resident Camp - $25
Note: Our website vendor has now added a $3 service fee for every transaction which accounts for the following:
--$3 to pay in full, $6 to pay a deposit and remaining balance.
--If you sign up multiple campers at the same time you only pay the $3 service fee per transaction for one camper.
Will I receive a confirmation e-mail?
Immediately after you sign up for camp you will receive a confirmation e-mail as well as a receipt.
What is your refund policy?
If in the event you are unable to attend camp, you will receive a refund as defined below. Please understand that this policy is not intended to be an aggravation or nuisance, but is necessary in order for us to provide a high level camp experience. Refunds provided within 90 days of the credit card used will go directly back to that credit card, but if the time between the registration and refund request is longer than 90 days the refund will come in the form of a check.
• Cancellation notice must be submitted in writing via e-mail to [email protected].
• Cancellations made 14 days or more prior to the start of camp will be awarded a full refund minus the non-refundable deposit*.
• Cancellations made less than 14 days prior to the start of camp will be issued a partial refund minus the non-refundable deposit*. If applicable, please provide a physician's written verification regarding an injury.
• No refunds will be provided for expulsion from camp.
• The amount of a partial refund is dependent on a number of factors and can vary.
*Non-refundable deposit: Mini Falcons - $10, Resident Camp - $25
What field hockey equipment does my child need to bring with him/her?
All campers should come to camp with a stick, shinguards, and a mouthguard. Protective eyewear is not required. Goalies should bring their own gear with them to use throughout camp.
Do campers need to get a physical for camp?
A physical is not required for camp, however the online registration requires medical background information and liability waiver.
Do I need to fill out any additional medical/insurance forms?
No, all the medical/insurance information is collected in the online registration process.
Are health professionals available in case of an injury or illness?
Yes, we have certified Athletic Trainers that are available at camp.
Do you have the capability to handle my son's/daughter's food allergies in your dining hall?
Lottie Nelson Dining Hall offers a variety of menu items daily that exclude the eight most common food allergens. These include Fish, Shellfish, Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Wheat, Soy, Milk and Eggs. Nutrition and allergen information is available 24/7 on line for the menu items and offerings served in the restaurants at Messiah College. The information is inclusive of nutritional data, ingredient data, and dietary allergens information. The Net Nutrition software program also allows for guests of the college to filter (exclude) allergens and or dietary menu preferences from the list of menu offerings. The menus are available on NetNutrition two weeks in advance: www.messiah.edu/menu
For campers with medically diagnosed allergens or restrictions that will require the professional support of the Nutritionist and Executive Chef the following form must be completed 30 days prior to camp: https://www.messiah.edu/forms/form/518/en/allergy_form_for_conferencecamp
*Once the form is submitted, a Dining Services staff member will contact you to review your information in preparation for your visit to campus. If you do not receive an email confirmation of your request within 48 hours of submission, please contact Dining Services at [email protected] or 717-691-6008.
How are teams organized? Can my son/daughter be with his/her friends?
We work hard to make sure campers are with their friends, and although it is not guaranteed we attempt to keep campers from the same school/club together on either a squad or a team. We also take overall skill and years of experience into account when creating groups and teams.
Do you have specific training for Goalies?
Yes, we have an excellent program for goalies at both of our Skills Camps. Be sure to indicate your desire to have your son/daughter train as a goalie on the registration form.
Do you offer Discounts?
Yes, we have the following discounts available:
Family Discount:
A family discount of $20.00 is given to additional siblings who register for the same camp. This discount does not apply to other Messiah sports camps.
Messiah College Employee Discount:
An employee discount is available to all full-time employees of Messiah College. This discount is only available to campers up through eighth grade as NCAA rules prohibit the providing of discounts to campers in grades 9-12. Employees must e-mail Coach Brooke Good at [email protected] to receive a Coupon Code.