2026 Volleyball Summer Camps at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Whatcom County

We are excited to offer a Half-Day and Full-Day volleyball camp this summer at our Bellingham Clubhouse. We will host a co-ed beginner division and an experienced division for each camp.  Registration is open through June 19th for kids of any experience level entering 6th-8th grade. 

 

Half-Day Camp

Dates:

July 6th – 10th | 8:00 am – 12:00 pm 

Location: 

Bellingham Clubhouse | 1715 Kentucky St. Bellingham, WA 98229

*Divisions: 

Beginner Co-Ed: 6th Grade – 8th Grade 

This division is for players who have not previously participated in a league and are just starting their volleyball journey. This division is also for players who may have completed a league season but are still developing fundamental skills. 

Experienced Co-Ed: 6th Grade – 8th Grade 

This division is intended for players who have played in a league format and have a solid foundation of fundamental volleyball skills. This division will be tailored for skill progression, not initial development. 

*If your athlete’s skill set does not match the skill level of the registered group, we will change their group placement on the first day of camp after a brief skills assessment.

Program Description:

This half-day volleyball camp will focus on developing skills in a fun and supportive environment. We will focus not only on developing volleyball skills, but also on promoting the complete picture of being an athlete, including nutrition, recovery, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Our goal is for players to leave camp with improved skills and a well-rounded understanding of what it means to be a young athlete.

*The program is contingent upon a minimum registration of 18 players. 

What’s Included:

• Custom Boys & Girls Clubs All Star Jersey
• Breakfast each day

 

Full-Day Camp

Dates:

August 10th – 14th | 8:00 am – 5:30 pm 

Location: 

Bellingham Clubhouse | 1715 Kentucky St. Bellingham, WA 98229

*Divisions: 

Beginner Co-Ed: 6th Grade – 8th Grade 

This division is for players who have not previously participated in a league and are just starting their volleyball journey. This division is also for players who may have completed a league season but are still developing fundamental skills. 

Experienced Co-Ed: 6th Grade – 8th Grade 

This division is intended for players who have played in a league format and have a solid foundation of fundamental volleyball skills. This division will be tailored for skill progression, not initial development. 

*If your athlete’s skill set does not match the skill level of the registered group, we will change their group placement on the first day of camp after a brief skills assessment.

Program Description:

This full-day volleyball camp will focus on developing skills in a fun and supportive environment. We will focus not only on developing volleyball skills, but also on promoting the complete picture of being an athlete, including nutrition, recovery, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Our goal is for players to leave camp with improved skills and a well-rounded understanding of what it means to be a young athlete.

This camp will also include a special field trip to Western Washington University, featuring a tour of the athletic facilities and a Q&A panel with WWU players and coaches. This week of camp will also feature a visit from a certified nutritionist to help our players learn about the importance of nutrition for young athletes. 

*The program is contingent upon a minimum registration of 18 players.

What’s Included:

• Custom Boys & Girls Club All-Star Jersey
• Breakfast, Lunch, and afternoon snack
• Field Trip to WWU and player/coach Q&A
• Guest Speaker Nutritionist: A certified nutritionist will lead an interactive session on healthy eating and how food affects energy, recovery, and overall performance.
• Special End of Week showcase for families and friends

 

Other Details

Membership Requirement

A 2025/2026 school year membership is required to attend camp.

• Membership cost: $40*
• *Membership is FREE if your child has Apple Health – ask us how before you register!

If you played a sport with us in the 25/26 school year, your membership counts toward camp.

 

Cost

	Deposit*	Cost
Full-Day Camp	$70	$250
Half-Day Camp	$35	$165

*A deposit is required to reserve your athlete’s spot in camp and will be applied toward the total camp cost. If we do not reach the minimum enrollment of 18 participants, all deposits will be fully refunded.

 

How to Register

Login or create your Parent Portal account on the BGCWC website. Click on ‘Enroll’ from the top menu, and select athletics. From there, select the camp. 

Helpful hint → If you do not see the Enroll button in the top menu, it typically means that you need to update your profile. Select the profile tab to complete any missing information. If you are still experiencing difficulty after this step, contact your Club Director for help.

Refund Policy: Membership and camp fees are non-refundable

 

Questions?

For more information or help with registration, please contact Sym Thurlow 

360-738-3808 ext.300

sthurlow@whatcomclubs.org

 

REGISTER FOR VOLLEYBALL CAMP HERE!

2026 Spring Volleyball

Divisions:

• 2nd – 4th grade co-ed skill builders 1: instructional skill clinics for young and inexperienced volleyball players
• 3rd – 4th grade co-ed skill builders 2
• 5th and 6th grade co-ed volleyball
• 7th and 8th grade co-ed volleyball

Registration Dates:

• March 9 – April 3, 2026

Program Dates:

• Practices are held from April 20 – June 11

Practice Options:

• Monday/Wednesday practices at either 5:00, 6:15, or 7:30 PM at the Bellingham Clubhouse
• Tuesday/Thursday practices at either 5:00, 6:15, or 7:30 PM at the Bellingham Clubhouse
• Parents are not allowed at practices

Game Day Info:

• Games are held from May 1 – June 12
• All games are held at the Bellingham Clubhouse

Cost:

• $40 2025/26 Club Membership required for all athletic programs
• $200 program fee for co-ed divisions
• $100 for skill builders division

It is important to recognize that athletes come in various skill levels and abilities. It is common practice for coaches to separate athletes by skill level for certain practice drills and games. This allows for fair and balanced competition and ensures that athletes of similar abilities are competing against each other. Separating athletes by skill level does not diminish the hard work and dedication that each athlete puts into their sport. Regardless of skill level, all athletes deserve respect and recognition for their efforts and achievements.

Refund Policy: Membership fees are non-refundable and are not prorated for any reason. Athletic Fees Refunds will be given as a credit that can be used by any child in the household for one year from the date of credit and only if the participant is injured and has an excuse from a doctor stating that they are unable to participate. If the injury occurs before practices start, a 50% credit will be granted. If an injury occurs after the first practice no credit will be granted.