Best Summer Camps in Richmond: Richmond Spiders Men's Basketball Camps
- The West End Mom
- Mar 27
- 3 min read
Looking for the best summer camps in Richmond, Virginia for summer 2026? From outdoor adventure camps along the James River to STEM-focused programs and creative arts camps, families around RVA have plenty of options to keep kids engaged, active, and learning all summer long.
And to help you get ready for summer, I'm spotlighting my favorite summer camps that still have openings for summer 2026. First up is my kids' top requested camp type: sports camps.
I love Richmond Spiders Men's Basketball Camps because the campers learn basketball skills through games, they get to play where the Richmond Spiders play, and the entire camp is run through the basketball program. This means that camp counselors are the University of Richmond men's basketball players ,and the Spiders coaching staff coordinates the entire program.
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When is Richmond Spiders Men's Basketball Camp?
Richmond Spiders Men's Basketball offers THREE different day camps:
Camp: 2026 Richmond Spiders Day Camp
Date: Monday, June 22nd – Thursday, June 25th
Check In time: 8:00am
Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Price: $395
Ages: 8-17
Gender: All
To sign up for this camp, click here!
Camp: 2026 Mini-Spiders Camp
Date: Monday, July 13th – Thursday, July 16th
Check In time: 8:00am
Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm
Price: $305
Ages: 5-10
Gender: All
To sign up for this camp, click here!
Camp: 2026 Richmond Spiders Day Camp II
Date: Monday, July 27th – Thursday, July 30th
Check In time: 8:00am
Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Price: $395
Ages: 8-17
Gender: All
To sign up for this camp, click here!
*Picture provided by Richmond Spiders Men's Basketball.
Where is Richmond Spiders Men's Basketball Camp?
Richmond Spiders Men's Basketball Camp meets in the University of Richmond's basketball arena, the Robins Center.
It's address is:
365 College Road, Richmond, Virginia 23173
Parking is available at:
There is a large parking lot around the Robins Center and University of Richmond Weinstein Center. You'll find parking easily, and then you walk your child into the Robins Center for check in.
*Picture provided by Richmond Spiders Men's Basketball.
Who is Richmond Spiders Men's Basketball Camp best for?
Kids who enjoy basketball and staying active
Richmond Spiders basketball fans
Families looking for screen-free summer experiences
Parents interested in programs that will provide skill development in a structured environment for their kids
Parents looking for a safe, supervised and inspiring setting for their kids
What can Kids expect at Richmond Spiders Men's Basketball Camp?
Each camp session is a day camp that runs one week.
While this is a drop-off style camp, parents can watch the camp from the arena seating if they want to.
Camp is led by current Richmond Spiders Men's Basketball players and coaches.
Campers work within small groups based on their age/grade to practice individual skills like dribbling and shooting.
Each small group acts as a team and competes in various competitions including relays and scrimmages.
All campers get a camp T-Shirt. You can get these signed on the last day of camp!
If you are in Camp 1 or 2, lunch is provided for all campers. The entire camp walks over to the dining hall for lunch during the camp session.
If you are in Mini Spiders Camp, lunch is not provided but you should bring snacks and water every day! Kids will have breaks throughout out the day.
Campers can visit the camp store to purchase snacks, drinks and gear every day. Make sure you send in a check if you'd like your kid to purchase snacks.
On the final day of camp, kids can get autographs and pictures with all of the players and staff.
*Picture provided by Richmond Spiders Men's Basketball.
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