It's Better Than Camp! 2026 - Overnight Camp July 11 - 25

It's Better Than Camp! - 2026
July 11 - 18 and/or July 18-25

Registration Is Open!
 

"Thank you for another great camp. Both kids are worn out from an abundance of activities and happiness. It's so nice to be able to send them to a camp where they're given enought freedom to have a chance to grow, but they're also well taken care of, and loved. Thank you for all you do to make the camp such a wonderful experience." - Parent from Nashville, TN

"There are no words to describe this camp.  Do I have to leave?"  First-time camper

Our residential sleep-away camp for boys and girls 11-15 provides an intimate approach to traditional camp by combing instruction in a variety of specialty sessions with summer favorites all kids love. Each camper enjoys their own schedule as they live in our air-conditioned dorms, dine in our Hogwarts-esque dining hall, and swim, hike, bike, camp, cave, and play as they take advantage of our 550-acre campus - named one of the most beautiful in the southeast.  Camp is a member of the American Camp Association and follows ACA guidelines and protocols.   Our special programming, small group settings, talented staff, and unique campus offer a relaxed one-of-a-kind "better-than-camp" summer experience! 

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Please contact us at sassummer@sasweb.org with any questions you may have.  Stay safe and stay healthy!

($50 credit for each camper referral and/or sibling)
WEEK ONE
DATES:  July 11-18, 2026
COST:
Early Bird Registration: Dec - March 1:   $1,200
Registration: March 1 - July 1:   $1,400

WEEK TWO
DATES:  July 18-25, 2026
COST:
Early Registration: Dec - March 1:   $1,200
Registration: March 1 - July 1:   $1,400

FULL SESSION
DATES:  July 11-25, 2026
COST: (discount for second week for thru campers) 
Early Registration: Dec - March 1:  $2,200
Registration: March 1 - July 1:   $2,500

In our 6th year, SAS's It's Better Than Camp! offers specialty sessions in an array of pursuits that have included American Sign Language, ceramics, computer technology, woodworking, culinary arts, music lessons, digital music production, dance, painting, mountain biking, karate, and theater. This year, we continue to offer two morning specialty sessions and one outdoor adventure afternoon block for everyone.  We also take a one-night camping trip each Friday with optional camping on Thursday.  We continue to build our leadership program for our older campers as well (14-15 year olds).

Cost of the camp includes specialty session instruction, air-conditioned accommodations, all meals, camp t-shirt and lanyard, laundry facilities, off-campus excursions, and all transportation during camp. There will be several snack trips to Piggly Wiggly or Dollar General.

At this time it is strongly recommended that all participants be fully vaccinated.
Check-In is on July 11 from 2:00-3:30 p.m., or July 18 from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. (CST).  Departure is Sunday mornings, July 18 or 25.  You may contact our Camp Director if adjustments are needed regarding arrival or departure times/dates.

Registration and Cancellation Policy

If you would like to receive an information packet in the mail prior to registering, you may request one HERE. While it is best to register online, we accept printed registration forms that can be sent via email or US mail.  Payment may be made with personal check via the mail or credit/debit cards. A non-refundable deposit of $150 secures your child's placement with the remaining fees due by July 1, 2026. The full cancellation policy can be found on the registration form. 

Getting to SAS

Please contact the SAS Summer Programming Office if you have transportation questions and/or need assistance with airport pick up / delivery. Groome Shuttle offers service from the Atlanta, Chattanooga, and Nashville airports with a convenient stop in Monteagle.  Pick up from Monteagle is complimentary.  We are more than happy to provide airport service in official SAS vehicles for an additional fee paid separately from registration. If your child will be flying, please contact us to coordinate airport transfer. 

Below are last year's schedules.   New tradition started in 2025 - Thursday night dance in Week Two!