Summer Camps

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  • WELCOME TO SUMMER 2025

    Summer camp in Maine has long been a cherished tradition, bringing to mind swimming holes, pine forests, and endless adventure. Summer at Gould captures that same spirit! Nestled in the mountains of Western Maine, it’s the perfect place to explore the outdoors, try something new, or deepen your skills in activities you love.

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  • Gould Enduro Mountain Bike Camps

    As the fastest-growing discipline in cycling, Enduro is all about skills, speed, and fun—offering riders the flexibility to make it as relaxed or competitive as they wish. At this camp, our USA Cycling certified coaches equip riders with the tools to improve their skills, build confidence, and have fun!
     
    Gould Enduro Mountain Bike campers will spend two days training on Gould's Pine Hill trail system, including our pump track and airbag, followed by two days at Mt. Abram and Highland Bike Parks. There, riders will have the opportunity to take advantage of lift service and shred miles of purpose-built gravity trails.

    Fitness and endurance are essential for safely and enjoyably participating in the sport. At camp, we ride for several hours each day, and our coaches focus on strategies to build your fitness through each ride.

    Full-face helmets and full-suspension mountain bikes are strongly recommended, but not required, for camp. A detailed information packet, including a complete list of recommended gear, will be emailed to all registrants in the spring. If you have any questions about our enduro mountain bike program, please contact our Summer Programs Associate, Katie Keough.

    Session 1:  June 23-27  REGISTRATION COMING SOON 
    Session 2: July 7–11 REGISTRATION COMING SOON 
    Session 3: August 4–8 REGISTRATION COMING SOON 
    Day and Boarding Options Available
    Coed Ages 12-15

  • Gould Trampoline Camps

    At Trampoline Camp, ski and snowboard athletes of all abilities will have the opportunity to prepare for the winter through a variety of dryland activities. Training takes place right on campus using Gould’s training facilities to practice tricks and work on improving fitness. 

    Launch into summer at Gould’s Trampoline Camp! Our field house is equipped with everything you need to take your summer training to the next level, including a skate park, rock wall, euro bungee trampoline, indoor airbag, video room, outdoor trampoline, fitness center, and trampoline room with a foam pit.

    In addition to on-campus training, campers will explore nearby mountains, waterfalls, and lakes through hiking, canoeing, and swimming trips.

    Session 1:  June 22-27  REGISTRATION COMING SOON
    Session 2: July 6–11 REGISTRATION COMING SOON 
    Session 3: August 3–8 REGISTRATION COMING SOON 
    Day and Boarding Options Available
    Coed Ages 8­-16

  • Gould Nordic Camp

    Skiers are made in the summer, and Gould's Nordic Camp is the perfect way to kick off your summer training. Our experienced staff will guide you through exciting adventures while building your endurance, strength, and skills. 

    Get a head start at Nordic Training Camp—why wait for winter when you can start now?

    We offer a wide range of activities, including roller skiing, running, biking, bounding, agility courses, multisport adventures, and more.
    You’ll also enjoy plenty of games and visit as many crystal-clear swimming spots as possible. Along the way, you’ll get nutrition tips, and our coaches can provide a personalized summer training plan if you don’t already have one. Best of all, you’ll connect with skiers from across the state and country while experiencing the best of Western Maine.

    June 26-29 REGISTRATION COMING SOON
    Day and Boarding Options Available
    Coed ages 10-14

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  • Partner Camps

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  • ELITEAM World Cup Camps

    ​​ELITEAM's goal in the World Cup sessions is to educate young athletes (ages 11-14) about the importance of Sports Physiology, Sports Psychology, and Sports Nutrition. ELITEAM exposes the campers to a variety of mental and physical challenges, while teaching them the skills needed to overcome perceived limits, and realize the potential of both their body and mind.

    ELITEAM teaches the athletes, not only how to workout, but more importantly, why. Their workouts will include both innovative and traditional training exercises to improve their strength, speed, power, balance and agility. The athletes learn how those exercises will help them to perform better. They'll also learn proven techniques to handle stress, performance anxiety and fear, and then practice what they've learned in challenging and race-like situations. The campers will be in the kitchen baking healthy bread and muffins, as well as discussing nutritional analysis, and how it relates to performance in sports. In the daily meetings, ELITEAM will reinforce what the athletes have learned each day by studying the ELITEAM notebook.

    In the World Cup programs, the kids will learn new skills that they can apply not only to their sport, but also to school, and life in general. The World Cup sessions are packed with learning, new experiences and tons of fun!

    Session 1:  July 14-19  REGISTRATION OPENS FEBRUARY 1, 2025!
    Session 2: July 21–26 REGISTRATION OPENS FEBRUARY 1, 2025!

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  • 3d Lacrosse Adventure Camp

    This 4-day and 3-night adventure camp will focus on 3d instructed lacrosse sessions combined with outdoor adventure pursuits. Lacrosse will occur twice daily in addition to outdoor activities including Mountain Biking, Skateboarding, an Indoor Trampoline Park, swimming, and more. Don't miss out on the best camp of the summer!
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  • Camps Run by Outside Groups

    Other than the summer camps run by Gould, there are other sport-specific camps that are held on the Gould campus. Check them out below!

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  • Revolution Field Hockey Camp

    It doesn’t matter if you are just starting out with field hockey or you are already a star player, our Maine field hockey camps will help you take your game up to another level.

    Revolution Field Hockey is excited to bring an elite staff of college coaches and players to Gould Academy in Bethel, ME. Currently the only overnight field hockey camp in the state of Maine, we look forward to providing a great opportunity for girls to not only expand on their skills who already play but those who are also interested in learning how to play as well. Join us for what will be a great week of camp! Learn more

  • GameBreaker Lacrosse Camp

    From beginners to players with years of experience, our Maine LAX camps will get you the specialized training you need to be the finest lacrosse player you can be. Each of our ME lacrosse camps is coached by industry pros, and you will get to learn the techniques that made them the best. If you are ready to take your lacrosse skills to the next level, register for our Maine girls lacrosse or Maine boys lacrosse camps today. Learn more

  • Seacoast United Residential Soccer Camp

    Seacoast United Residential Soccer Camp is the highest level camp offered by Seacoast United and is tailored to highly motivated players who are ready for an intense training program to prepare for competition at the next level.  In addition to fantastic on-field training, players will also enjoy a great time away from the field during their week of camp!  Some of the activities that have taken place in past years have included volleyball games, movies, slip-n-slides, FIFA, board games, swimming, and more! Learn more
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