SURGE 2022 - West Ridge Church

That’s a wrap on 2022 🎉

We hope that Are your kids had the best week of their summer! We were so excited to offer a week packed with great activities and great tracks. Want to come back next year or bring a friend along?

Mark your calendar  for SURGE 2023 🗓: June 12-16

SURGE 2022 Recap

SURGE is a week-long evening summer camp for kids entering 1st-6th grade in the fall of 2022. The camp offers coaching in various sports and instruction in the arts. We gather in small and large groups to discover who God is and what He's done for us through a time full of music, video, creative Bible teaching and more!

Want to find out what is taught at SURGE camp?

We know that the sports and art tracks are a huge part of our camp. We also love our large group session where we get to share with kids the story of Jesus and the Gospel. Want to check out the teachings from this last year? Click the links below:

Night 1 Night 2 Night 3 Night 4

SURGE 2022 Bible Verse

Want a fun way to memorize this years memory verse? Sing along to learn Hebrews 12:2!

SURGE 2022 Tracks

Click each item to see a quick description and what to expect from each of the tracks

Art

Kids in this class will learn to use different art mediums in lessons that reinforce God’s truths.  Participants should wear clothing that they will not mind getting paint on.

Backyard Games

This class will consist of all the best of summertime backyard fun!  Kids will learn the basics of games like corn hole, ladder ball, Can Jam, four square, and badminton.  Get ready to have a blast with some friendly outdoor competition!

Baseball

Learn the basic skills of baseball and softball. Wear sneakers or cleats and shorts. (Kids can wear cleats, but they cannot wear them into the Worship Center for large group.) Bring gloves and bats if you have them.

Basketball

All participants should wear sneakers and shorts.

Beautiful Bakery

Kids will learn beautiful decorating techniques as they decorate cookies, cakes etc.

BMX
Just like on TV, our SURGE BMXers will grind it out on a dirt track and learn how to make banked turns, fly over whoop-dee-doos and pedal to victory!! Protective gear is required (Helmet and closed-toed shoes are the minimum. Feel free to wear as much as you feel is necessary) and you must already know how to ride a bicycle. Bikes will be provided, unless you want to bring your own.
WRC accepts no responsibility for personal property left on campus but the bikes will be locked up each night of camp.
Cheer

Girls will learn chants, a short dance,  jumps, motions, and a minimal amount of stunting.  Some cartwheel and round-off work may be done. Wear modest, comfortable clothing and sneakers. No open-toed shoes.  Campers will be able to take their NEW pom-poms home at the end of the week!

Circus Arts

If you like to “clown” around, are good at “juggling” your chores at home, or like to reach new “heights” THIS is the track for you! We’ve picked “kid-friendly” circus elements and made one of the best tracks SURGE has ever seen! (Please bring a comfortable fitting helmet.)

Creative Crafting

Kids will have fun creating a different craft each night.

Dance Party

A fun and energetic dance class that teaches kids structure, teamwork, and the value of creating a routine.  Please wear sneakers/tennis shoes.

Dodgeball

If you got the moves to make it to the end, then this is the sport for you! You’ll team up and learn different strategies for knocking the opposing team out one by one!!

Field Day Fun

Kids will learn the importance of staying in the best health they possibly can while doing simple exercises.

Football

Learn the basics of the game of football – offense, defense and kicking while participating in drills and scrimmage games. Wear comfortable clothing and sneakers. Cleats can be worn during the track but not inside the Worship Center for large group.

Grill Masters

This track is for the Meat Lover in all of us!! We will be teaching the kids to cook meals on the grill, from a competition-level Master Griller, from scratch using fresh ingredients.  They will learn how to properly set the table and most importantly how to clean up after themselves!  They also get to eat what they have prepared each night.

Instrument Zoo

Students get to be in a handbell choir, sing and play various orchestral, band, and cultural instruments. This track allows them to explore and discover their talent & maybe find their true calling along the way.

Kid Vs. Wild

Think you can take on the elements and SURVIVE!?! After you finish this track with our ex-military Survival Specialist, you will have a better chance than most people! You’ll learn different types of fire making techniques, food sources, water sources and treatment and shelter making along with loads of other helpful survival tips!!

Kitchen Chaos

We will be teaching the kids to cook meals from scratch using fresh ingredients.  They will learn how to properly set the table, make affordable table decorations, and most importantly how to clean up after themselves!  They also get to eat what they have prepared each night.

Lacrosse

Learn the basic skills of lacrosse. Wear sneakers or cleats and shorts. Cleats can be worn during the track but not inside the Worship Center for large group. If you already have sticks and gloves, please bring them.

Mad Science

Come dive into the wonderful world of Science. Children will be learning about the complexities of God’s creation through experiments that are sure to drive them MAD!

Martial Arts

We will be introducing kids to the world of martial arts.  They will learn confidence and self-discipline along with proper moves such as kicking, punching, and blocking.  Wear comfortable clothes.

Ninja Warrior

The fitness phenomenon that has taken television by storm is coming to SURGE! Think you can tackle the Warp Wall?!?!? Bring your “A” game to this track!

RC Cars

Do you want to have the power of an RC Car in the palm of your hand? This track allows you to control top of the line RC Cars on fun and unique tracks, and even take home a remote control car at the end of camp! If you enjoy full speed fun…then this is the track for you!

Skateboarding

This tract is all about getting better at skateboarding! Professional instructors will teach basic trick techniques as well as proper safety so you’ll be sidewalk surfing in no time! All skill levels are invited. A Mini-Quarterpipe and several other skateboard elements will be available for all levels! Need safety equipment? We are partnering with Chuting Star Skate Co. to run this class. After registration, you’ll receive a “Welcome” email from the Skateboarding Instructor with a link to get a special SURGE deal on Safety Gear!

Snack Attack

Do you love to snack? Do you love to make snacks? Does the thought of snacks make your mouth water? Then this is the track for YOU! In Snack Attack! you’ll learn how to make healthy, easy and delicious snacks that you can make at home and share with family and friends!

** Kids with food/nut allergies should not sign up for this class.

Soccer

Campers will learn the basics of soccer: offense, defense and goal tending. Wear sneakers and shorts. Optional – shin guards, and cleats. Cleats can be worn during the track but not inside the Worship Center for large group.

Table Sports

The best place to play games is in the comfort of your own home! This track will teach kids the basics of Ping-Pong, Billiards, Foosball, Air Hockey, and other various games. Get ready for a great time relaxing and playing classic indoor table games!

Tennis

Participants will learn the basics of tennis – serving, backhand and forehand. Wear tennis shoes, and bring a racquet in you have one.

Ultimate Frisbee

Ultimate Frisbee is a non-contact team activity played with a frisbee. Fast paced action makes this one of the most exciting games in the country! Although it resembles many traditional sports in its athletic requirements, it is unlike most sports due to its focus on self-officiating, even at the highest levels of competition. Kids get to take home a custom SURGE Ultimate Frisbee at the end of camp.

Volleyball

Learn the basic skills of volleyball. Wear sneakers and shorts. The younger group will be using softer balls and a lowered net for the best volleyball experience possible!

Wrestling

Learn the basics of Wrestling from top-of-the-line teachers. This track allows you to have fun while starting your journey to Wrestling Olympic Gold!

Woodworking

The kids will put together a project made out of wood that they can take home.  Wear closed-toed shoes.  At the end of SURGE the kids will get to take home their new wooden creations!