Specialty Camps

Take your game to the next level at LJCC Basketball Camp! Led by Certified Pro Staff Trainer Terry Drake and his experienced coaching team, campers will develop essential basketball skills, learn teamwork, and build confidence on and off the court. Our full-day program combines skill drills, scrimmages, and fun games designed to challenge players of all levels while building a positive, team-focused environment. Whether it’s shooting, passing, defense, or strategy, campers will leave with improved skills, new friends, and a love for the game.

Full-day only

Step onto the strip and discover the excitement of fencing with staff from Birmingham Fencing Club! Campers in grades 3–7 will learn the fundamentals — from the en garde position to the rules of scoring and winning a bout — while developing focus, strategy, and mental toughness. Each day introduces a new skill or aspect of the sport, including footwork, tactics, and sportsmanship. Campers will have the opportunity to practice in friendly matches, build confidence, and experience the thrill of competition in a fun, supportive environment. (grades 3-7).

Join The J’s experienced in-house coaches for a full-day camp focused on building fundamental flag football skills. Campers will strengthen passing, catching, and flag-pulling techniques while learning teamwork, strategy, and sportsmanship. Through a mix of skill-building drills, fun games, and friendly scrimmages, participants of all levels will challenge themselves, improve their abilities, and enjoy a positive, fun, confidence building environment.

Full-day only

Learn the fundamentals of this ancient game with Alabama State Chess Champion David A. Brooks. Campers will explore strategy, tactics, and critical thinking as they build their skills through guided lessons and friendly matches. Whether they’re new to the game or looking to sharpen their play, participants will gain confidence and enjoy a fun, engaging introduction to the world of chess.

Pokémon Camp is an adventurous summer experience where kids dive into the world of Pokémon through games, creative activities, and friendly competitions. Campers will explore their favorite characters, learn battle strategies, trade cards, complete themed challenges, and use their imagination as they train to become true Pokémon experts. It’s a fun, creative, and energetic camp where every day brings a new adventure.

Improve water skills while learning to dive, practice swim strokes, play water games, and explore water safety and synchronized swimming. Splash Camp offers a fun and active way for swimmers to build confidence, coordination, and endurance in the pool. Each day features skill-building instruction mixed with engaging aquatic activities that keep campers moving and motivated. Intermediate swimming skills required. 

Campers will focus on improving footwork, stroke technique, and ball placement while learning strategy and sportsmanship on the court. Seasoned Tennis Pro Dale Clark leads drills, games, and friendly matches designed to help players of all levels build confidence, enhance their skills, and enjoy a fun, engaging environment that fosters a love for the game.

Get a taste of multiple sports in one action-packed camp! Campers will learn soccer, t-ball, flag football, and basketball from expert coaches, developing skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship along the way. This full-day program combines skill-building drills, fun games, and friendly competitions in a supportive and energetic environment, giving campers a well-rounded athletic experience and the chance to discover new favorites.

Full-day only

A perfect camp for curious makers. Art Explorers invites students to dive into a world of creativity through painting, sculpture, collage, mixed media, and more. Campers experiment with texture, color, and technique while discovering their own artistic voice, with every day bringing a new project and a fresh way to explore art.

Campers will explore a variety of media using painting, drawing, printing, collage, and 3D design. Through hands-on projects, they’ll experiment with techniques, materials, and creative problem-solving, all while developing their artistic voice and having fun in a supportive, engaging environment.

Step into your own Project Runway moment! Campers will design and stitch their own wearable creations while learning the basics of sewing, pattern-making, and personal style. They’ll collaborate, create mood boards, and bring ideas to life, ending the week with a fun fashion show where every designer gets to shine on the runway.

Brick Builders is a fun, hands-on program where kids explore building, problem-solving, and teamwork using LEGO bricks. Campers bring their creativity to life through challenges, collaborative projects, and imaginative designs in an engaging and playful environment.

Turn up the volume and discover your inner rock star. Campers get hands-on experience with a variety of instruments, including drums, guitar, bass, keyboards, percussion, and more. No experience needed!

We’ll explore rhythm, songwriting, teamwork, and stage presence as campers jam together and build a band sound. By the end of the week, students will perform a mini showcase of the music they’ve created.

Campers will sing and perform favorite songs from across the decades, guided by experienced performer and teacher Jill Marlar. Through vocal coaching, performance techniques, and group rehearsals, students build confidence, develop their skills, and have fun bringing music to life on stage.

Explore The J’s nature trails while diving into the messy, icky, and sticky world of gross science! Through hands-on experiments and creative art projects, campers in grades 1–4 discover the wonders of slime, goo, and other “gross” phenomena in a fun and engaging way. This popular program, led by experienced instructors who run Gross Out Camp throughout Birmingham, combines science, creativity, and outdoor exploration.