Ages 7–10 · Bradenton, FL
Rookie Camp
Multi-sport Experience
Rookie Camp is a beginner-friendly week for campers ages 7 to 10 to try basketball, soccer, flag football, tennis, volleyball, track & field, wrestling, and baseball/softball on IMG Academy's Bradenton campus. No experience is required, and every session focuses on fun, friendly competition, and learning the basics. Small groups and assigned coaches keep every camper supported, backed by 40+ years of developing athletes.
Why choose IMG Academy Rookie Camp
Overview
IMG Academy's Rookie Camp takes place on our campus in Bradenton, Florida, where campers ages 7 to 10 try 8 sports in one beginner-friendly week. Assigned coaches guide each group from sport to sport, from Sunday check-in to Saturday check-out. Sessions are built for first-timers and focus on fun, friendly competition, and learning the basics. There are no evaluations and no pressure to specialize. Each week is capped at 60 campers to keep the experience personal. Parents receive a daily update, so you always know how your camper is doing.
Example schedule
Camp schedules may vary slightly by season, total participants, and availability. Campers receive their official schedule during camp check-in. Contact an advisor for the most updated schedules by season.
No sports programming
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Evening activities on campus
(Student Life)
+ pool
Evening activities on campus
(Student Life)
+ pool
Evening activities on campus
(Student Life)
+ pool
Evening activities on campus
(Student Life)
to Popstroke
Evening activities on campus
Sports
8 sports, one week. Every camper tries beginner-friendly sessions in:
Baseball/Softball: hitting, throwing, and fielding in a wiffleball format
Basketball: dribbling, passing, and shooting basics
Flag Football: throwing, catching, and teamwork
Soccer: ball control, passing, and small-sided games
Tennis: grips, strokes, and rallying
Track & Field: running form, relays, and speed games
Volleyball: serving, setting, and working together at the net
Wrestling: balance, body control, and basic movement on the mat
Every day also includes Athletic Fundamentals, a session on movement, coordination, and speed, plus Activity Park time with pool access.
Coaching
Assigned coaches. One group. All week. Coaches guide each group from sport to sport, so every new sport starts with a familiar face. Camp targets a 10-to-1 camper-to-coach ratio, so each camper gets attention, encouragement, and clear instruction. Because the same coaches stay with the group, they learn what each camper enjoys, where they need support, and when to cheer them on. Safety is built into the structure of camp: small groups, assigned coaches, and the 24/7 campus security, trained residential staff, and staff reporting procedures that protect every IMG Academy student and camper. Read about student and camper safety.
Facilities
The same campus full-time student-athletes call home. Campers train across IMG Academy's Bradenton campus, with dedicated facilities for every sport in the rotation, including the stadium track, tennis courts, volleyball courts, basketball courts, soccer and football fields, and wrestling mats. Rookie Camp brings more than 40 years of experience developing athletes to our youngest campers.
Campus life
A full week, start to finish. Boarding campers stay in on-campus housing, with breakfast, lunch, and dinner included. Non-boarding campers join for the day with lunch included. Afternoons are for Activity Park time with pool access, and evenings are on-campus activities hosted by IMG Academy Student Life. On Friday, campers head off campus for an afternoon at Popstroke. Check-in is Sunday and check-out is Saturday morning.
Explore every sport with beginner-friendly coaches
No tryouts and no experience needed. Every camper gets the same six parts of the week, with coaches who meet them where they are.
Skill basics
First reps in every sport, from throwing and catching to dribbling and swinging.
Try everything
Eight sports in one week, so campers discover what they love to play.
Game play
Friendly competition that puts new skills to work with no pressure.
Athletic Fundamentals
A daily session on speed, agility, and moving well, the base for every sport.
Teamwork & confidence
Cheering on teammates, taking turns, and trying again after a miss.
Camp life
Activity Park and pool time, evening activities, and a Friday trip to Popstroke.
Choose your camp
Year-round rookie camp availability. Select a season to lock in dates and pricing.
Rookie Camp
Ages 7–10A beginner-friendly week to try 8 sports, with small groups and coaches who guide your camper from sport to sport.
Beginner-friendly sessions in 8 sports
Assigned coaches for every group, targeting a 10-to-1 camper-to-coach ratio
Daily Athletic Fundamentals session
Daily Activity Park time with pool access
Evening activities hosted by Student Life
Friday trip to Popstroke
Boarding: on-campus housing and all meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
Non-boarding: lunch
Camp T-shirt and backpack
Daily parent updates
Limited availability
Pricing is valid for the first 60 participants as part of Early Bird registrations.
Included free with every camp
IMG Academy Essentials — free for a year
A $120/year value, included on us with any camp booking.
10% off Personal Coaching
Save up to $200 on coaching packages.
Is Rookie Camp right for your camper?
Great fit
Rookie Camp is built for campers who:
- Are between 7 and 10 years old
- Are curious about different sports and haven't picked a favorite yet
- Are brand new to sports, or have some experience but aren't focused on one sport, and want a friendly place to start
- Learn best through variety, movement, and play with friends
- Are ready for a structured, supervised week of activity, with boarding or non-boarding options
Already focused on one sport
If your camper has already chosen a sport and is training to compete at a higher level, one of our single-sport Sport Camps is the better fit, with sport-specific coaching every session. Rookie Camp is for campers who aren't ready to specialize, which is perfectly normal at this age.
Browse single-sport Sport CampsWhere it fits in the progression
Rookie Camp is where an athlete's journey with IMG Academy can start. Campers build broad movement skills, confidence, and curiosity, then move into single-sport Sport Camps as their interests take shape. It's the same IMG Academy that has been developing athletes for more than 40 years.
- ExploreRookie CampAges 7–10, try 8 sports
- FocusSingle-sport Sport CampsTrain the sport they love
- GrowSport Camp UpgradesAdditional training specialization or small group training
Have questions?
Speak with a camp advisor
Our advisors are ready to listen and answer every question, so you feel confident about your child's camp experience.
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What's included
Beginner-friendly sessions in 8 sports
Assigned coaches for every group, targeting a 10-to-1 camper-to-coach ratio
Daily Athletic Fundamentals session
Daily Activity Park time with pool access
Evening activities hosted by Student Life
Friday trip to Popstroke
Boarding: on-campus housing and all meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
Non-boarding: lunch
Camp T-shirt and backpack
Daily parent updates