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Thank you for your interest. We are so glad you took time to come by. Our desire is to connect with you and help minister in your community through sports. Please let us know how we can do that better. Also, you may have more questions about what Sports Crusaders does and how you can partner with us. Whatever the case, we look forward to hearing from you!
Gym Hours
Mon: 9am – 5pm
Tue: 9am – 5pm
Wed: 9am – 5pm
Thu: 9am – 5pm
Fri: 9am – 5pm
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed
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Telephone:
573.896.6095
Address:
Sports Crusaders
434 South Summit Drive
Holts Summit, MO 65043
F.A.Q.
Look through our FAQ and see if we’ve already got an answer before sending an email.
How does a Sports Crusaders Camp Work?
After a church or community has booked a Sports Crusaders team to come to their location, they promote and prepare for the camp. When the team of college student athletes arrives, they will conduct a quality sports camp, focusing on the fundamentals of their sport and their faith in Jesus Christ.
Do I have to play for my college to qualify to work with Sports Crusaders?
No. You must be able to teach the sport to children. Some of the best coaches never played!
Why Are Sports Crusaders Camps so effective?
Sports Crusaders Camps are so effective because God is so good to us. “Since through God’s mercy that we have this ministry”—2 Corinthians 4:1. God began this ministry as a dream and a promise through the faith of Bobby Shows. We continue this ministry based on faith and prayer, and we share the gospel boldly wherever we go. We try to model Jesus in our ministry, by serving each child and each host church personally and with love. It is Christ’s love which unites us, and His spirit which gives us power.
What is the Church’s Role in hosting a Sports Crusaders camp?
- To promote the camp in the church and community
- To provide housing and meals for the team of leaders (3-5 young adults) beginning Sunday prior to camp and ending with the final session on Friday
- To provide $650.00 upfront secure your date on our calendar. Deposit will be deducted from your balance due at the end of the camp.
- To have at least one adult on premise during each camp
- To provide appropriate facilities (gym, soccer/baseball field) and equipment (balls, nets, goals, etc.)
- Registering campers before and during camp sessions
- Uphold the camp in prayer.
How long are camps?
Sports Crusaders camps run Monday through Friday. The sessions usually run 2 ½ hrs a day; however, this may very at different locations.
What are the host's responsibilities?
- To promote the camp in the church and community
- To provide housing and meals for the team of leaders (3-5 young adults) beginning Sunday prior to camp and ending with the final session on Friday
- To provide $500.00 upfront to help provide for the cost of ordering t-shirts, Bibles, and other supplies (money is reimbursed through camper fees at time of camp)
Two Levels of Guarantees
- To guarantee $2,000 ($500 deposit is applied to total) per sport to cover cost for the first 40 campers. After 40 campers, the host must provide $40 per camper.
- Cheerleading Camps – Due to fewer staffing needs to lead these sports camps, the guarantee is $1,000 ($500 deposit goes toward this) per sport to cover cost for the first 20 campers. After 20 campers host must provide $40 per camper.
How do I get started hosting a camp?
- Pray and ask God’s guidance
- Choose to either book a Rec Camp or a Sports Camp and fill out the appropriate form.
What is the goal of Sports Crusaders' International Ministries?
The goal is to engage in international missions, training Christian athletes for opportunities overseas, and partnering with local churches for ministry work, focusing on sports camps and community outreach.
What types of activities are involved in these international missions?
Activities include leading sports camps, training local communities in sports, participating in bible studies and small group settings, and church planting in areas without Protestant churches.