Summer on the Hill at Mercyhurst Prep offers an exciting lineup of athletic and special interest camps running from June through July. Students from across the region can train with experienced coaches, explore new passions, and develop their skills in a fun and engaging environment.
Summer Athletic Camps
Football Camp (Ages 7-13)
A four-day non-contact football camp focusing on offensive and defensive skills, tackling techniques, and special teams, with guidance from Coach Jeff Root, his staff, and current players.
- Dates: June 23 – 26
- Time: 5:45 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
- Location: Mercyhurst University’s Saxon Stadium
- Find out more and register now
Boys Basketball Camps
- Coach Randy Durkske’s Camp (Grades 1-9): June 23 – 26, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the MPS gym. Details to be announced.
- Coach Sean Baer’s Camp (Grades 5-9): June 13 – 17, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Focuses on ball handling, shooting, and defensive skills.
- Little Dribblers Camp (Grades K-4): June 20 – 24, 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. A fun introduction to basketball skills.
- Find out more and register now
Boys Soccer Camps
- Ages 5-12: June 1 – 20, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at the MPS soccer field.
- Grades 9-12 (MPS students only): July 7 – 11, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. at the MPS soccer field.
- Find out more and register now
Rowing Camp (Grades 7-12)
Campers will learn rowing techniques and improve their skills on Presque Isle Bay with guidance from Coach Dave Geiger and his experienced coaching staff.
- Dates: July 8, 9, 10, 15, and 16 (possible make-up day July 17)
- Time: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Location: MPS Boathouse – at the foot of Sommerheim Drive
- Find out more and register now
Co-Ed Volleyball Skills Camp (Grades 5-8)
Campers will develop ball control, serving, defense, setting, and attacking skills in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
- Dates: July 14 – 18
- Time: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Location: MPS gym
- Find out more and register now
Special Interest Camps
Potterpalooza (Ages 6-14)
A Harry Potter–themed adventure, where students attend Hogwarts-style classes, explore herbology, potions, and astronomy, and participate in indoor and outdoor activities.
- Dates: July 14 – 18 and/or July 21 – 25
- Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Find out more and register now
Summer Performing Arts Workshop (SPAW) (Ages 7-18)
A two-week musical theatre program where students sing, dance, and act, leading up to a showcase performance.
- Dates: June 16 – 20
- Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Location: Mercyhurst Performing Arts Center
- Find out more and register now
Visual Arts Camp (Ages 8-12)
- Week 1: A History of Pictures & Inventions (June 16 – 20) – Exploring art and technology through history.
- Week 2: Myths, Mummies, and Tombs (June 23 – 27) – Focus on Egyptian art, mythology, and ancient artifacts.
- Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Find out more and register now
Find out more and register now for Summer on the Hill!
