School's Out FUN Camp
Summer Camp
Elite FT’s School’s Out Fun Camp is the ultimate place for kids to cut loose, get active, and have fun in a safe environment this summer. Each day is packed with arts & crafts, creative activities, and team challenges that keep campers moving, laughing, and making new friends. Every week brings a brand-new theme to spark excitement, with fresh surprises and special activities waiting every single day, so there’s always something fun to look forward to. It’s all about confidence, connection, and nonstop fun in a positive environment kids can’t wait to come back to.
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Registration & More
Registration for 2026 kicks off on February 23.
All registration is done online by clicking the link HERE.
- The last day to register for camp is the Thursday before camp or when the camp reaches capacity.
- $35 non-refundable deposit per week per child REQUIRED
- Spots are limited, so we recommend that you register for all weeks you plan to attend at once to guarantee your child a spot
- Early drop off/late pick up options available
- Camper to Staff ratio is 12:1
- All staff are educated through The Elite Way! Education program
Age & Grade Requirements
Register for the grade your child has completed in the 2025/2026 school year.
- Campers must be a minimum age of 5 and exiting Kindergarten.
- Oldest age group?
Food & Drink
All campers need to bring both a morning and afternoon snack. They also need to bring a sack lunch or purchase at The Sports Academy in-person or online. Click HERE to order your lunch online from The Sports Academy. Be sure to edit the pick up time to the correct date and choose 'noon' as the pick up time.
Please be sure to send plenty of water/sports drinks with your camper so they do not run out throughout the day. There will be a drinking fountain for refills if needed.
Medication
Medication form must be completed by your child's physician to be administered at summer camp. Click HERE for form.
Camp Attire
Camp shirt included in camp fee.
- Wear your camp shirt Tuesday and Friday
- Wednesday shirt will be based on Theme of the Week
- Additional shirts can be purchased for $15 each
- Bring sunscreen
- Shoes-tennis shoes only; no flip flops, crocs or sandals
Campers with Special Needs
If your camper has special needs and will require additional support, please complete the required information HERE prior to registering for camp. Once the form is submitted, a member of our Camp Office team will review your information and reach out to discuss next steps and determine whether we are able to provide the appropriate support.
We truly value every camper and strive to accommodate special needs whenever possible. We look forward to working with you to help create a positive and successful camp experience for your child.

Camp Weeks & Themes
Week 1 – May 28-31
- Outdoor Week - Fun in the Sun with EFT’s first week of School’s Out Fun Camp, Outdoor Week! This week, campers will be outside for the majority of camp, playing games, doing activities, and getting ready for the summer. Campers need to be ready to have tons of fun, and bring lots of sunscreen!
Week 2 – June 1-5
- Sports - Get ready for a fun-filled & action-packed Sports Week! Campers will build confidence, sportsmanship, and teamwork abilities through various sports like Soccer, Flag Football, Handball, and more!
Week 3 – June 8-12
- Artistic Week - This week, campers will need to be colorful and creative! Campers will be challenged in expressing their ideas and creativity through drawing, painting, and various other arts & crafts!
Week 4 – June 15-19
- Tie Dye - An exciting week of colors and fun! At camp this week, we’ll be designing t-shirts and projects, allowing campers to let their imagination run wild. It’s a hands-on week of wearable art and fun!
Week 5 – June 22-26
- Teamwork Time - It’s Teamwork Time with EFT! Campers will be challenged to combine teamwork, critical thinking, and sportsmanship in these team-building activities and competitions!
Week 6 – June 29-July 3
- Red, White and Blue - Get ready to celebrate with Red, White, and Blue week with EFT, right in time for the 4th of July holiday! Campers will enjoy a patriotic week of fun, including festive games and team activities inspired by stars and stripes! Be sure to wear red, white, and blue!
Week 7 – July 6-10
- Beach - Time to soak up the fun in Beach Week! Get ready for games, crafts, and activities inspired by sun, sand, and ocean vibes! Campers will need lots of sunscreen and an extra pair of clothes this week.
Week 8 – July 13-17
- Scavenger Hunt - Campers will need to put their heads together for an adventurous week of teamwork and discovery with Scavenger Hunt Week! Campers will do various scavenger hunts throughout the week, conquering new challenges and winning prizes!
Week 9 – July 20-24
- Olympics - Get excited for Olympics Week! Campers will be participating in Olympic Events this week, collaborating in fun activities, and cheering each other on! It’s a friendly competition with fun, encouragement, and celebration!
Week 10 – July 27-31
- Carnival - Step right up for Carnival Week! This week, campers will enjoy a fun-filled week of carnival games and competitions. It’s a week with a different thrill everyday!
Week 11 – August 3-7
- Wacky - Get ready for Wacky Week, an off-the-wall, crazy week where you never know what’s coming next! Campers will need to have their head on a swivel, and be ready for whatever challenge or challenge or surprise is around the corner!
Week 12 – August 10-14
- Back to School - It’s that time again! It’s Back to School week with EFT, unfortunately the last week of our School’s Out Fun Camp, but wrapping it up with fun and reflection over the summer. Campers will be tested with various knowledge based games and activities, warming their brains back up for the school year!

Financial Information
Camp Pricing
- Weekly Price - $215 per camp
- Active Members Price - $180 per camp
- Price per Full Day - $65
- Non-Refundable Deposit - $35 per camp
- Sibling Discount - 10% off additional siblings living in the same house
- Early drop off (7:00-9:00am)/late pickup (4:00-6:00pm) - $5/early drop off/camper; $5/late pick up/camper; $30/week/camper for BOTH early drop off AND late pick up; $15/week/camper for early drop off OR late pick up
- Cost for being late - $1/minute until 6:05pm; $5/minute every minute after
- Sign In/Out- Guardian must sign in/out with valid ID and must be on child's authorized sign in/out list
Refund Policy
What do we want this to be?
100% Refund (Minus $10 processing fee & $35 deposit): Request made 8 days before the start of that week of camp.
50% Refund: Request made 4 – 7 days before week of camp.
No Refund: Request made the 3 days or less before the week of camp.
Changes to Registered Weeks
Camp purchases may be transferred from one week to another, if the desired camp has not met capacity, by contacting us via email at info@eliteft.com. Camp transfer requests must be made 1 week prior to the week of requested change.
A $15 fee applies to each transfer submitted.

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FAQ
What does my child need to wear/bring? T-shirt, shorts, and tennis shoes (No flip flops, crocs, or sandals). For what to bring, sunscreen is suggested, especially during certain weeks (see in theme week description). Campers should also bring snacks for various snack times during the day, and anything else you might think they’ll need.
Is lunch provided?
Lunch is pack or purchase, so the students could pack their own lunch and snacks for throughout the day, or they can order a lunch ahead of time, or send your child with money to go to the concessions stand.
Can I sign up my child for a single day or week, not the whole summer?
Yes, they can, for a prorated cost.
What does a typical day of camp look like?
A typical day of camp includes the TSA playhouse, some form of physical activity, arts and crafts, and theme-based activities depending on the theme for that week.
What are drop off/pick up procedures?Registration will be in the main lobby next to the playhouse. Kids will need to be checked in and out with an ID from the adult, and they must be on the drop off/pick up list. Drop off is any time from 7-9, and pick-up is anytime from 4-6. Each minute late for pick-up is $1 until 6:05, and $5 for anything after that.
Who are your counselors?
Our counselors at School’s Out Fun Camp are all educated with ‘The Elite Way’, a program that has been educating EFT coaches and counselors since it was founded!
How many counselors will there be?
We like a 12/1 ratio of campers/counselors here at EFT. We will always have this ratio, or more counselors at School’s Out Fun Camp.
Can my child be placed with a friend?
Yes! We normally place campers in groups of age, but do accept special requests to ensure the most comfortable and fun environment for your child!
Can I transfer a week of SOFC?
Yes, if a conflict occurs and something needs to be changed, you can transfer to a different week of SOFC for a small fee.
Who is in charge of SOFC?
Coach Joe Aiello is in charge of our School’s Out Fun Camp! He is pursuing a degree and career in Teaching, with a considerable amount of experience in the coaching, teaching, and leadership fields. You can contact him at coachjoe@eliteft.com.
TESTIMONIALS
“I feel like we were more prepared physically for our fall season than we had been in previous years. One of the main reasons we were able to hold up with the physical demands of the 10 week period was our preseason practices. In the summer leading up to the fall season, Elite FT conducted 4 week and 8 week strength & conditioning sessions for our players and physically most of the players were better prepared to deal with the rigorous demands of the high school season. Coach Trent and his staff did a wonderful job of preparing the boys for the season.”
Jason Turkington
Former Varsity Boys Soccer Coach, O'Fallon Township High School High School
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I love working with EliteFT. They are consistently professional and organized. I know that my athletes are going to be pushed by qualified trainers to maximize their physical abilities using proper technique. I also appreciate that they have always been flexible to develop a training program that is specifically designed to meet the goals that our girls soccer program has.”
Justin Judiscak
OTHS Girls Soccer Coach
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“While our soccer team has been successful, we are always looking at ways in which to improve our program. Two years ago, my booster club president reviewed additional offerings to our athletes and tabled the idea of utilizing Elite FT for a fitness and flexibility program. Immediately, I realized the potential benefits to our soccer players. The idea is to make our athletes stronger, more flexible, and increase their overall fitness and endurance. To that point, I feel that the program can increase a players confidence and makes inroads into injury prevention. This will be our third year with Elite FT and we hope to keep this program available to our athlete for many future years.”
Mark Heiderscheid
Varsity Boys Soccer Coach, Edwardsville High School
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“My daughter and I have enjoyed the classes on Wednesday night at 6:30. We look forward to continuing training and coming each week. Your staff and facility are wonderful!”
Kathy Smith
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“I went to my lifelong friend Justin McMillian, owner of Elite FT, 4 months after having ACL replacement surgery and asked him to help me both rehab my knee and improve my overall fitness level. It has been one of the best things that has happened to me at the absolute lowest point in my life from an overall fitness standpoint. Elite FT designed workouts for me that focus on my range of motion and building up strength in my legs, but also helping me build strength back up in my entire body. Elite FT understands me very well, listens to me, challenges me, checks on me, and I can tell is really rooting for me to obtain my fitness goals. Anyone who asks me if I have lost some weight I say I don’t know because I don’t ever weigh myself, but if you want to start a real fitness program you need to talk to Elite FT!
Darrin Compton
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“I would like to give a special thank you to Elite FT. The coaches took our son under his wing and helped him to get started and make it fun for him during speed and agility. It takes special coaches to get a child excited to go out and exercise! Our private lessons were some of Owens favorite times on the soccer field. He absolutely loved training! Thank you both for caring for our son and helping him grow in his soccer development.”
Heather Grudzien
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“Elite FT gave my girls the strength and confidence of the highest level coming into the girls soccer season. The players fitness levels during the first week of the season was the best myself and my staff have seen at CHS. The CHS Soccer Program has experienced quicker recovery times than ever before due to the intense workout sessions provided by Elite FT!”
Clay Smith
Former Boys and Girls High School Soccer Coach, Collinsville High School
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“Thank you for all that Elite FT does; not only teaching soccer skills but building self confidence. I am so glad as a parent that they are all such great leaders and teachers.”
Jenn Hagedorn
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We looked into the small group sessions with Elite FT when our kids became vocal about really wanting to set themselves apart…they were very serious about the game and their desire to advance. The small group sessions have been a game changer. Their confidence has soared. They are strong on the ball, their first touch is great, and they look forward to these weekly sessions. These trainers lead by example. They are professional, knowledgeable in their field, and are just really talented players themselves. The coaches at Elite FT really know our kids, their strengths and weaknesses. They tailor each session with an end result in mind. We see the skills they are mastering played out in games. They push them, encourage them, and celebrate their successes. Our son broke his arm two games into his first season of soccer. When he was able to return, we started him with 1-1 sessions because we were worried he would be behind after missing the entire season and training. He not only is where he should be, but his confidence is back, and he is doing great! Elite FT has absolutely earned this soccer family’s respect and business. We are extremely happy with the small group and 1-1 training at Elite FT.
Rachel Ellis
Mother of 4
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Aaron training with David was great, he really improved over the 12 sessions. He won player of the week two weeks in a row with his club. His foot skills improved significantly and his range and quickness passing also improved. David was awesome, I think he kept Aaron engaged and gave him a ton of confidence. I also think he gave Aaron a sense of responsibility during his training sessions by asking him what he wanted to do to get better. I told David we are just taking a break and will ask for him again if he is available to train Aaron. Overall we are happy with the training and will do it again.
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