View our suggested packing list for day & overnight campers here.  We recommend all campers bring a reusable water bottle and running or athletic training shoes for between sessions.

Camps may have varying age groups, so double-check the camp details on our website before registering.  We offer developmental camps for athletes as young as 8 years of age, but most camps are for athletes ages 12-18 years.

Call us at 440-466-1002 to speak with a member of our Camps team or e-mail us at [email protected].

Parents/guardians can call 513-375-7832 to speak with a member of our Campus Security team on duty.  Security will then reach the camper’s Residence Administrator (RA) and Camps Director.

Campers sleep in our “SPIRE Village” on-campus dormitory houses. We have single & two-story houses. Each house includes private bathrooms & showers, a lounge area with TV, and washer & dryer for use as desired (must bring your own laundry detergent/pods).

Campers will enjoy organized evening activities including game nights, bonfire/smores, fun competitions, and more.  Some camps include evening competition between campers within their sport.  You will receive a full camp itinerary prior to arrival on campus, about a week in advance of your camp.

Campers receive meals at SPIRE Fuel, our campus cafeteria that features a full salad bar, deli station, fountain drinks, and a hot entree station with a variety of options that change daily.

We recently opened doors for Cleveland Clinic’s Ashtabula County Medical Center (ACMC), located on our campus and attached to the Aquatics Building.

• Cleveland Clinic Ashtabula County Medical Center (2420 Lake Ave., Ashtabula, OH 44004)
• UH Geneva Medical Center (870 W. Main St, Geneva, OH 44041
• Local Pharmacies

1. CVS Pharmacy

                               170 E Main St,

                               Geneva, OH 44041

                               440.466.4133

2. Giant Eagle Pharmacy

                               755 South Broadway Avenue, 

                               Geneva, OH 44041

                               440.466.3005

3. Rite Aid Pharmacy

                               633 S Broadway, 

                               Geneva, OH 44041

                               440.466.1002

Yes, overnight campers are able to use the washer and dryer units located inside their dorm house.  Campers must bring their own laundry detergent or pods.  We have these items available for purchase in our pro shop.

Yes, overnight campers can receive mail sent to:
SPIRE Camps
Attention: Camper Name
5201 SPIRE Circle
Geneva, OH 44041

• Campers can pick up mail during designated hours at our student mail room located inside the aquatics building.

 Click here to view our full refund policy.

Cancellation Protection is an optional $50 add-on per camp session that provides additional flexibility, including the option for a cash refund and an extended credit window.

More than 14 days before camp starts:  You’ll receive a full refund of all tuition paid, minus the $50 protection fee.

Within 14 days of camp start:  You’ll receive a full camp credit for all tuition paid.

• Are valid for 18 months
• Can be used for any sport
• Are transferable to siblings or family members

You’ll receive a full camp credit for all tuition paid.

Credits issued without Cancellation Protection:

• Are valid for 12 months
• Can be used for any sport
• Are transferable to siblings or family members.

Cancellations made within 24 hours of the camp start date, or no-shows, are not eligible for a refund or credit. At that point, staffing, housing, meals, and programming costs have already been finalized.

In rare cases involving documented medical emergencies or significant travel disruptions, we may convert a late cancellation or no-show into a camp credit at our discretion.

• SPIRE Camps leadership continuously monitors weather conditions using reliable sources (e.g., National Weather Service, local alerts, on-site observations).
• Final decisions regarding schedule changes, delays, cancellations, or evacuations rest with the SPIRE Camps Director or designated leadership.
• For extreme heat, program modifications may include increased water breaks, reduced intensity, indoor sessions, or schedule adjustments.
• If conditions are deemed unsafe, activities may be shortened or canceled.

Overnight campers arrive on Sunday of their camp week or the night before the actual camp begins.  Check-in will include an orientation and time to settle into the dorm.  More information will be provided by email about check-in prior to your arrival on campus.

Yes, an optional tour will be provided during check-in. Parents are encouraged, but not required, to join their camper for the tour.

A member from our Admissions Team is available to meet with parents during check-in.  You can reach Admissions to set up an appointment or to gather enrollment information at any time by e-mailing [email protected]. 

Parking is available outside our Aquatics Building (Building B).  

Campers can extend their stay with us for an additional fee as long as we are not at full capacity for the following week.  Fee includes lodging in campus dorm, meals, and weekend activities.  Call 440-466-1002 to speak with a member of our Camps team or e-mail [email protected] for more information.

Camp sessions are not open to parent observation.  This policy helps create a focused, safe, and distraction-free environment where campers can fully engage and grow.

SPIRE is situated in Ohio’s Wine Country, part of the Grand River Valley. Visit one of the two dozen wineries throughout the surrounding area or explore the numerous covered bridges, scenic rivers, and two state parks. Downtown Cleveland is a short 45-minute drive from SPIRE, offering tons of entertainment options like the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, museums, professional sports, and arts and culture.

SPIRE has partnerships with several area hotels and rental homes. Click here to explore lodging options.

SPIRE Camps offer gender-based experiences for athletes in basketball, swimming, track & field, lacrosse, wrestling, and volleyball.  Some sports offer co-ed camp options that are open to both boys and girls.

Register at https://www.spireacademy.com/camps/.

Yes, you can register two or more children at the same time.  Please ensure that you fill out a waiver form for each child

• 1-Day clinics: 24-hours prior to camp start time
• All other camps: 48-hours prior to camp start time or when camp reaches full capacity

You will receive an official camp schedule prior to arrival on campus.

You will be prompted to complete your camp waivers & forms at the time of purchasing your camp.  Click the “Sign & Add to Cart” button to begin complete the forms.  If you have any questions or issues accessing the forms, please call us at 440-466-1002 or e-mail [email protected]. 

Please notify our Camps team by calling 440-466-1002 or emailing [email protected]. 

We are unable to accept your child until their scheduled camp start date and time. If you need to arrive early due to your travel schedule, please notify us at [email protected].  Campers will not be checked in until your official check-in time indicated by your final camp schedule.

Yes, phones are permitted. However, campers will be instructed to keep them put away during all non-designated times, including training sessions, performance or mental skills training, and other sport-related activities. Phone use will only be allowed during scheduled free or downtime.

Yes, however, we must be notified if your child will be driving themselves to camp. For security purposes, we require the vehicle’s license plate number, make, and model. For overnight campers, car keys will be held by our Residence Life staff. Our team must also be notified in advance of any situation in which a camper will need to leave campus.

Once registration is complete and you have submitted your payment for camp, you will receive a confirmation e-mail to provide you with the basic details regarding your camp.  We will be sending you more information as we lead up to summer with camp updates and important details.  A final e-mail confirmation will be sent 1-week prior to your camp start date, which will include your camp itinerary and final check-in information.

Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (5300 Riverside Drive, Cleveland, OH 44135)

To arrange ground transportation from the airport to SPIRE, please contact our trusted partners at GoGeneva at [email protected] or call at 440-207-0809.  Make sure to mention that your child is a SPIRE Camper.

We offer a linen rental package for $40, which includes a fitted sheet, flat sheet, thermal blanket, bath towel, hand towel, and washcloth.

Yes, campers will be sleeping with up to 3 other individuals in a room. Occupancy varies from week to week but the dorms are mostly full during the summer. Our Residence Life department assigns campers to rooms based on criteria: by gender, by age, by sport. Dorm houses are not co-ed and we will assign roommates within the same age and in most cases by the same sport. Assignments are subject to change.

Yes, you may request a roommate by emailing [email protected]. However, roommate requests are not guaranteed, and our team reserves the right to reassign rooms at any time during camp due to capacity, behavior, or other operational needs.

You will first indicate any use of prescription medications on your camper health forms & waivers at the time of registration.  Upon checking in for camp, our team can speak with you about the storage and administration of the medication.  In most cases, campers are permitted to manage their own medication as long as it’s an over-the-counter medication or not deemed a controlled substance.  Our school nurse is able to store medication in a locked cabinet and provide any assistance necessary.

• Any camper that becomes ill at camp has support to ensure they are cared for.  Campers should alert their coach, RA, or any camp staff member about their illness so our team can have the school nurse evaluate and monitor your child.  Should their illness require more than over-the-counter medication or additional attention, we can transport them to the nearest emergency services located less than 10 minutes from SPIRE.
• Injuries incurred during camp should be reported to a coach, RA, or any camp staff member immediately so we can take appropriate action.  Our staff of athletic trainers will be on-site during the camp to help diagnose any injuries and recommend a plan for treating the injury.  Any injuries that require further evaluation by an orthopedic doctor or need x-ray will result in a visit to the nearest emergency room.
• With any injury or illness, the parent/guardian listed in the camper’s waivers/forms will be contacted and provided with all the details surrounding the incident.

Please indicate any known food allergies and dietary restrictions on your child’s registration form. This information is shared with our kitchen staff prior to camp. We also encourage campers to remind food service staff of any allergies when being served.

Overnight campers receive all meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Day campers receive lunch daily unless otherwise noted in the camp description.