Summer Day Camp

Finish Strong  is entering our 15th year of providing safe and enriching sports programming for young athletes! Each of our directors have over a decade of camp leadership experience.  All directors are First-Aid, CPR and AED certified by the American Red Cross.  We are dedicated to creating a safe, supportive and fun environment for every camper!  Finish Strong will maintain one staff member for every five campers.

Ed Reformado (Owner)

Andrew Daley (Camp Director, 1st Grade)

Jason Chaplain (Camp Director, 2nd-3rd Grades)

Sam Shapiro (Camp Director, 4th-5th Grades)

Matt Merrigan (Camp Director, 6th-7th Grades)

Nick Foreman (Camp Director, 6th-7th Grades)

More Leadership Members & Counselors to be announced soon!

Finish Strong Sports Camp welcomes incoming 1st-7th grade boys for an exciting summer of sports, fun and friendships! Camp age groups are based on the grade your son will be entering in the 2026-2027 school year; for example, if he is currently in kindergarten, please register him for 1st grade.

To ensure that every camper receives the personal attention they need to thrive, each age group will have a maximum of 40 campers.

This allows us to create a supportive environment where your child can grow, learn, make strong connections and have an unforgettable camp experience!

Kindergarten | Frogs | Light Green & Navy

1st Graders | Ducks | Green & Purple

2nd Graders | Gators | Orange & Blue

3rd Graders | Sharks | Royal Blue & Gray

4th Graders | Wolves | Red & White

5th Graders | Bears | Navy Blue & Orange

6th Graders | Lions | Gold & Black

7th Graders | Eagles | Forest Green & Gold

At Finish Strong, we proudly offer the best sports campus on the North Shore! Located at 620 Greenwood Avenue in Glencoe, Central School provides families involved in our year-round programs the convenience of being just a short walk or a quick ride away from camp—no more long, hot bus rides!

Our outdoor amenities feature Berlin Park’s baseball diamonds, soccer and football fields, four tennis courts, an outdoor basketball court, and a fun recreation area with ping-pong tables and cornhole. Plus, our indoor facilities boast two spacious, air-conditioned gymnasiums & cafeteria! Get ready for an amazing summer filled with activities and excitement!

Finish Strong Sports Camp will run 8 total weeks, 6/15 - 8/6.

Camp is divided into four 2-week sessions. For planning purposes, Sessions may not be divided any other way than what is listed below. Families may register for 2, 4, 6 or all 8 weeks.  Below are the themes of each session.

• Session I, Weeks 1 & 2: Olympics
• Session II, Weeks 3 & 4: Tribal Takeover
• Session III, Weeks 5 & 6:  NCAA July Madness
• Session IV, Weeks 7 & 8: Color War: Red vs. Blue!

Each age group is capped at 40 campers per session. Once this limit is reached, that age group will close for that session. We’ve set this maximum to ensure that every camper receives the personal attention and care they deserve, creating a more enriching and enjoyable experience for everyone!

Important Scheduling Notes

• No camp Friday, 7/5.
• Final day of camp is Thursday, 8/5.

Simple, All-Inclusive Pricing

Camp tuition includes daily lunch, snacks, Express Bus Service and premium field trips — no additional fees for the things families use every day.

• Any 1 Session, 2 weeks = $1,795
• Any 2 Sessions, 4 weeks = $3,095
• Any 3 Sessions, 6 weeks = $4,395
• All 4 Sessions, 8 weeks = $5,695

More Included. Better Value.

At comparable camps, lunch and transportation can add $500–$700+ to the advertised tuition price.

FREE Express stops will be conveniently located for families at the following locations:

• Highwood Recreation Center
• Holy Cross in Deerfield
• Edgewood Middle School in Highland Park
• Greeley, Hubbard Woods, Crow Island, Sacred Heart & Winnetka Bible Church in Winnetka
• We will add more FREE express stops @ your local school.  Contact Coach Ed if you have a central location for a group of campers.

Door-to-Door transportation is not being offered.

Groups swim lessons will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays for our Kindergarten (Frogs) and 1st grade (Ducks) campers only.

We are proud to partner with the JCC Northbrook and JTECA to provide top-notch indoor swim instruction this summer. WE BROUGHT IN THE PROS!  Meredith King, Jesse Perez, Sam Thoma, and Jacob Terson will lead our swim program.

The overall goal of our summer swim program is to assess each swimmer and improve functionality, endurance, and technical proficiency. After a brief evaluation, swimmers will be grouped appropriately and will practice alongside campers working toward similar goals.

We are offering limited swim instruction spots this summer.   Swimming will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays in two groups:
• 1:00–1:45 PM
• 1:45–2:30 PM
• We are exploring the option of after-camp swim as well.  More info coming soon!

The cost is $160 per session. 

Camp is divided into themed 2-week sessions.  What is packed into each session?

• Campers will be placed on two different league teams, where they will compete versus friends (new and old!) in a variety of different traditional and adapted sports.
• Campers will play: flag-fooball, soccer, newcomb, handball, floor hockey, basketball dodgeball + MORE.
• Each week will include 1-2 field trips!
• Campers end the week with a Finish Strong Friday!  This is a completely separate theme from the session and an opportunity for everyone to play fun games, spend more time with friends and earn prizes for being a good leader!

Daily Schedule

9:00-9:15AM: Campers Arrive & Attendance Lines
9:15-9:30AM: Morning Announcement & Huddle
9:40-10:10AM: Game 1
10:10-10:15AM: Snack Break
10:20-10:50AM: Game 2
11:00-11:50AM: Lunch 1 (Inside AC!) & Open Areas
11:50-12:40PM: Lunch 2 (Inside AC!) & Opens Areas
1:00-1:30PM: Game 3
1:30-1:45PM: Snack Break
1:45-2:15PM: Afternoon Program
2:20-2:45PM: Closing Announcement & Huddle
3:00PM: Dismissal

Snack Cost - INCLUDED!

• Fresh apples, oranges and watermelons are sliced and provided every morning and afternoon!  Not to mention we like to end each day with a frozen treat as well . . .

Lunch Cost - INCLUDED!

• Daily hot lunch options are included in tuition!  Campers will have delicious hot lunch options each day.  Bagels and fresh fruit will also be available for any camper to eat.
• We are excited to announce our A-list of of local lunch providers: Michael's Grill & Salad Bar, Clucker's Charcoal Chicken & Washington Gardens pizza!  Nothing but the best for our Campers & Staff!
• There will be no peanut or tree nuts in our food offerings.  Camp will not allow any outside foods containing peanuts or tree nuts.  Any product containing nuts will be removed by staff for the overall health and safety of our camp community.
• Lunch to be eaten inside the cool air-conditioned Central School cafeteria.

Transportation Costs

• Express Service = INCLUDED!
  Express bus stops are centrally located group stops.  There may be between 1-4 stops on an express bus.
• We currently do not offer door-to-door busing.

We know campers love sports, but they also want to beat the summer heat and take fun FIELD TRIPS! What’s summer without trips to the pool and beach to cool off? Campers can enjoy two field trips each week: typically one water trip and one AMAZING outing with their age group.

We will send out a field trip calendar before camp begins, but here are some camper favorites: Chicago Cubs Game, Milwaukee Brewers Game, Bowlero, Ultimate Ninjas, Par-King, K-1 Speed, Wheeling Water Park, Glencoe Beach, Great Wolf Lodge, Dave & Busters & more!

Campers will head offsite and play camp games @ Loyola University, Northwestern University & UIC-Chicago!

ALL FIELD TRIP COSTS INCLUDED

Some field Trips will be water-based, but families will be given plenty of notice via the Camp Calendar.  Families must provide their Camper's swim-level on the "K.Y.C Camper Profile Form."

Swim Level Criteria

Beginner - Red Band
➔ Needs a life jacket or close supervision.
➔ May be uncomfortable putting face in water.
➔ Can splash and play in shallow water but cannot swim independently.

Intermediate - Yellow Band
➔ Comfortable in the water without a life jacket in shallow areas.
➔ Can swim short distances (15–25 yards) without assistance.
➔ Can tread water for 15–30 seconds.

Advanced - Green Band
➔ Strong and confident swimmer in deep water.
➔ Can swim continuously for 50+ yards.
➔ Can tread water for 1 minute or longer.

Please note that pools will have height restrictions for slides and require swim tests for diving boards. Campers may be asked to complete a basic swim check on-site before participating in certain water trip activities.If you have any questions about your camper’s swim level or our water trips, feel free to reach out to Coach Ed directly!

There’s nothing quite like spending summer with your closest friends, but we also know that camp is the perfect place to make new ones! Our camp focuses not only on teaching sports skills, but also life skills - fostering friendships and respect amongst fellow campers are among the top. Values like sportsmanship and camaraderie are also at the heart of every activity throughout the day.

Families are welcome to list up to 5 friends their camper would like to be on a team with. Rest assured, we’ll take care of the rest to help create a fun and supportive camp environment for everyone!  Between two league teams, lunch, Open Areas & Morning/Afternoon Program periods, the structure of our camp will allow your son to be with their closest friends 90% of the day!

Your child's safety and well-being are our top priorities. We have extensive experience working with families and campers who have diverse health and well-being needs, including social and emotional challenges, disabilities, severe allergies, and those navigating difficult life circumstances.

If you're considering sending your child to our camp, we invite you to reach out to us. We’d love to discuss your camper's unique needs and how we can create the most memorable and enjoyable summer experience for them!

Rain or shine, our summer sports camp is ready to keep the excitement going! With the capacity to host over 300 campers inside or out, our location features two expansive, air-conditioned gyms and a spacious cafeteria for indoor sports and activities. Plus, we’ve partnered with 2 local gyms and indoor turf facilities, ensuring that your campers enjoy nonstop sports fun, regardless of the weather. Join us for a summer of thrilling adventures, no matter what Mother Nature has in store!

2026 - Camp Calendar

Parent Handbook

One Page Resource

Forms will be made accessible 5/1/25.
Medical/Allergy
*Link Available 5/15

Lunch Form
*Link Available 5/15

K.Y.C. - "Know Your Camper" Form
*Link Available 5/15

Every Camper will receive a Nike Finish Strong camp tee & reversible age group jersey.  Families will have the opportunity to purchase additional Finish Strong summer gear online through our sport apparel provider GearUp.  Campers are expected to wear a reversible jersey to camp each day.  Purchasing extra reversible jerseys are highly recommended.  All orders must be completed by 5/23 to guarantee delivery before 1st day of camp.

GearUp Webstore LINK