About Athena Camps

Athena Camps' vision is to build communities of girls and women who nurture and uplift each other in order to have a positive lasting impact on our world.

Our Philosophy

At Athena, we believe every girl deserves a camp experience intentionally designed for her empowerment—one that goes beyond activities to nurture her confidence, creativity, and sense
of self.

Athena Camps is not a traditional summer camp. Our goal is to build body confidence through sports, giving girls a sense of control over their bodies. Our programs are based on research that states:

  • Elementary age girls should be "sampling" sports rather than specializing
  • Learning skills and a "love for the game" is paramount before competing
  • In middle school, sports participation boosts girls' self-esteem, provides focus and builds social confidence

That’s why, for over 13 years, Athena Camps has provided an all-girls, mentorship-driven camp where trained coaches guide girls to explore sports, discover artistic talents, and embrace their authentic voice. Here, your daughter finds the freedom to try new things, make real connections, and grow into her most confident self.

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Our Philosophy
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Unique Approach

Unique Approach

We combine sports and arts in a way that breaks down the either/or mentality. Girls discover they can be both athletic and creative, building confidence through multiple pathways of success.

  • Sports build physical confidence
  • Art fosters self-expression
  • Daily sharing circles develop voice
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Female Mentorship

Our all-female coaching staff serves as powerful role models, showing girls what they can become. Every coach is background-checked, extensively trained in youth development, and passionate about empowering young women.

  • Trained female coaches
  • Strong role models
  • Safe, supportive guidance
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Safety First

Safety First

Your daughter's safety is our top priority. With our recent American Camp Association accreditation, comprehensive staff training, and clear safety protocols, you can have peace of mind knowing she's in good hands.

ACA Accreditation
  • 1:6 ratio for youngest campers
  • Background-checked staff
  • ACA accredited program
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What Parents Say

We love Camp Athena, my daughter has been attending since kindergarten and looks forward to it every summer.  I love that she gets to try out a variety of physical activities in a supportive environment that is fun and inclusive.

Elizabeth R.

As the start of camp approached, Pearl honestly did not want to attend. We encouraged her to go at least the first day. She had so much fun she attended each day with enthusiasm and has asked to do multiple weeks of Athena Camp next Summer! 

Chris O.

The Coach in Training program really resonated with my daughter and I could tell that she gained confidence in herself from the experience.

Kimberley W.

Thanks for organizing a great week for Charlotte. She had an amazing time and came home with stories and shared what she learned all week long.

Neal M.

My younger daughter was new to this camp and she's quite a homebody.  Although she's playful, she is very hesitant to join new groups.  However, she was so excited to return every single day.  Both my rising kinder and third grader grew in their confidence, friendliness, and their athletic ability.  Also, I really liked the posters.  My rising third grader loves quotes and they really stuck with her.

Sonali

I was very impressed with the Athena camp experience. My daughter said she liked the messages on friendship so much she wanted to come back every year until she’s old enough to be a coach.

Sofia C.

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Ready to Join?

Give your daughter the gift of confidence, friendship, and growth this summer.

All-Girls. All-Day. All-Empowerment

Sports + Arts Combined

Female Mentorship

14+ Years of Impact