Camper review — basketball program, fundamentals, applied to home season
It is truly a privilege for me to play and train with an amazing coach & staff. In a short 3 week session, I learn so much from basic fundamentals to a new offensive play or perfecting a zone defense. Everything that I learn I take back to NY with me and apply it during the season. Drew (6-year camper from NY)
On Long Lake in the Lakes Region of western Maine, in the foothills of the White Mountains; 40 miles/1 hour from Portland, 150 miles/3 hours from Boston.
Camper review — baseball, fundamentals and friendship year after year
BSC has helped me excel at baseball on and off the field. Each summer I improve my fundamentals, hitting and fielding + get to see all my friends. Aiden (5-year camper from FL)
Setting — 55-acre Bridgton Academy campus on Long Lake, Maine
Bridgton Sports Camp is located in Bridgton, Maine in the scenic Lakes Region of western Maine. We sit on Long Lake, in the small town of Bridgton. The combination of lakes, mountains and scenic beauty creates a location that is second to none. Bridgton Sports Camp is privileged to use the entire 55-acre campus which includes an ice hockey rink, indoor basketball court, tennis courts, many athletic fields for baseball, soccer, lacrosse, flag football, and much more.
Color War is one of those BSC traditions that completely changes the energy. The campers are split into two teams, and suddenly every game, challenge, and activity becomes a chance to earn points for their team. You can feel the excitement everywhere.
Bridgton Sports Camp keeps things fresh and fun with special events including trips to amusement & water parks, white water rafting, Red Sox minor league baseball games, inter-camp competitions, Color War and other surprises!
Camper review — soccer, confidence and thinking on the field
BSC has not only improved my soccer technique, but it has also improved the way I think. I always feel like a new and improved player after every summer at camp. The coaching staff gives me the confidence I need to achieve my goals for the upcoming season. Evan (4-year camper from NY)
At Bridgton Sports Camp, I have taken those core traditional camp values and developed a comprehensive three-week experience during which your child will receive top notch sports instruction, enjoy choice based activities, and grow as a person in a safe, fun, and structured environment.
We live in dorm rooms at Bridgton Sports Camp. Each dorm floor is age appropriate and we make sure that each camper is paired with a boy of similar likes and personality. This is what makes camp so much fun. You can also room with a friend if you want. We have common areas in the dorms where all campers can hang out together.
We always have an Evening Activity that is followed by down time in our Wolverine Den. This is a brand new building where you can get snacks and watch the Yankees and Red Sox play at the same time on our five big screen TV's!
CampMinder — photos, blog, email for parents during summer
During the summer, you may log in at any time to follow our daily happenings blog, view photos, and send emails. Also, after camp, we will have slideshows that allow you and your child to relive those great memories made at camp.
Food — choice at every meal, salad bar, homemade soups
The food is awesome. We think that choice is important at all meals. In addition to your typical camp food like pancakes, pizza, chicken fingers and meatball subs, we always have cereal and fruit at breakfast and a full salad bar and homemade soups at lunch/dinner.
Parent communication — weekly calls, mandatory letters, open phone line
Campers call home once a week and we encourage parents to call camp anytime for a progress report. Campers also have mandatory letter writing once a week.