At Xcelerate Lacrosse Camps, we bring out the best in every player. Our coaching philosophy centers on confidence, creativity, and fun. Using innovative drills, small-sided games, position-specific training, and team competition, players sharpen their skills and elevate their understanding of the game. By week’s end, campers head home with improved fundamentals, a higher lacrosse IQ, new friendships, and a lasting love of the sport.
SECURE YOUR SPOT!
You can expect high demand on these first-come-first-served camper spots, so please be sure to register early.
2026 OVERVIEW
- Dates: July 27-30
- Age Group: 10-18
- Gender: Boys
- Camp Type: Day Camp
- Schedule: 9:00am-3:00pm, Monday-Thursday
- Check-In: 8:30am at the RAC Field at George Mason University.
- Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a packed lunch.
CAMP ADDRESS
George Mason University
RAC Field (Recreation Athletic Complex)
4518-4534 Patriot Circle
Fairfax, VA 22030
- Click Here for Directions to Field
- Click Here for Parking - GMU asks that parents park in the lot indicated in the link and NOT behind the RAC building.
CAMP CHECK-IN & CHECK-OUT
Monday, July 27th to Thursday, July 30th
- Check in Day 1: 8:30am at the RAC
- Check in Day 2, 3 & 4: 9:00am at the RAC
- Check out Each Day: 3:00pm at the RAC
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: Morning and afternoon training sessions
- Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours.
- Reversible Jersey & Prizes: Campers will receive a Xcelerate Nike Lacrosse Reversible Jersey and prizes.
INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY
- Ratio: 1:10 staff-to-camper ratio
- Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience.
- Equipment Needed: Please bring your helmet, mouthpiece, cleats, lacrosse stick, gloves, and pads.
- Facility: George Mason University - RAC (Recreation Athletic Complex)
- Medical Protocol: Most camps have an athletic trainer on-site to help with illness or injury. In case of an emergency, campers will be transported to the nearest hospital.
PREPARE FOR CAMP: COMPLETE YOUR PRE-CAMP CHECKLIST
To view your customer account, complete your mandatory forms, pay balance dues, and review important camp information, visit Pre-Camp Checklist. All necessary camp information is on this page. If there are any imperative changes prior to camp start, registered campers will be notified via email and this webpage will be updated!
CHECKLIST OF THINGS TO BRING
Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment, and personal items. US Sports Camps is NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles or money.
Items:
- Health & Release Forms (Online)
- Cleats or Turf Shoes
- Helmet and Mouthpiece
- Lacrosse Stick, Gloves & Pads
- Goalies Must Have Full Protective Equipment
- Sunscreen
- Water Bottle
- Please Bring a Healthy Lunch and Snack Each Day
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation is not provided. Campers are responsible for getting to and from camp on their own. There is no supervision before or after camp hours so please make arrangements to pick up your child on time.
COMPANY POLICIES
For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.
XCELERATE-NIKE LACROSSE CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our lacrosse camps please see our FAQ page.
DAY CAMPERS
- Monday: Check-in between 8:30am-9:00am. Pick up time is 3:00pm.
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: Drop off at 9:00am. Pick up is 3:00pm.
- Daily Schedule: Day Camp (9:00am to 3:00pm)
- Please Note: Bring Lunch and a filled Water Bottle to Camp each day - Lunch is NOT provided.
DAILY SCHEDULE
We have 2 sessions per day. A great deal of instruction takes place in the early part of the day, demonstrations and instruction mid-day, and games during the afternoon session. We also like to throw in a number of ‘fun’ activities throughout the week including our fastest shot contest and freestyle/skills competition.
PLAYER DIVISIONS
We have 3 Divisions in our Day Camps. Each division will have coaches providing instruction to campers that correlates with that particular grade and level of play.
Grade based on 2026-2027 academic year:
- High School Division - Entering grades 9-12 in the Fall of 2026
- Middle School Division - Entering grades 7-8 in the Fall of 2026
- Youth Division - Entering grades 5-6 in the Fall of 2026
* At times we may have camps that are either smaller or larger in number which may lead us to adjust our divisions accordingly.
CAMP APPAREL
Campers have the opportunity to pre-order an Xcelerate Nike t-shirt in the camp registration process through May 1st. You will receive items purchased on the first day at camp check-in.
- Xcelerate Nike T-Shirt - Price: $35
- T-Shirt Sizes Available in Adult Small, Medium, Large and X-Large
DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE
**Campers are eligible for ONE Discount ONLY. Please note: Once the early bird discount date has passed, the full price will be listed**
Early Bird Discount: $50 EARLY BIRD discount available until February 28th. The early bird discount cannot be combined with any other discount.
Team Discount: If five or more campers register together, each camper is eligible for a $25 discount. After all team members have successfully registered, contact us at 800-645-3226 to receive a $25 refund per camper.
Sample Daily Schedule
8:45 AM
Campers Arrive
9:00 AM
Station Work, Drills, Position Work
Noon
Lunch
1:00 PM
Small Group Scrimmages, Team Play
2:00 PM
Team Instruction, Games
3:00 PM
Campers depart
George Mason University
The George Mason campus, sits on 677 wooded acres within 25 minutes of downtown Washington, D.C.
