Winter Camp 2026

A Backyard Rule camp experience in St. Augustine, FL from December 21 - 23 & December 28 - 30. Choose your week or do both!

Keep your kids active, engaged, and having fun during Christmas break! Winter Camp is a 3-day sports camp designed for boys and girls ages 6–14 who want to play games, learn skills, and enjoy a fun-filled week of competition and teamwork.

Registration is customizable to fit your needs and discounts are available for siblings!

Camp Details

What is Winter Camp?

• A Christmas break camp featuring games, drills, and activities that teach Baseball and Softball skills

• We are similar to a Baseball/Softball camp, but our fields and teams are smaller and the bats and balls are lightweight/soft (no gloves, bats, or personal equipment is needed)

• A fun and welcoming environment for players of all skill-levels

• Focused on building confidence, teamwork, sportsmanship, and a love for the game

Who can participate?

• Open to boys and girls ages 6–14

• Players of all skill levels are welcome

• No prior baseball or softball experience required

What is the cost?

You have 3 registration options

• #1) Dec. 21 - 23 = $175/camper

• #2) Dec. 28 - 30 = $175/camper

• #3) Both Dec 21 - 23 & Dec. 28 - 30 = $320/camper

• Customizable registration is available to fit your needs if you prefer single days or partial weeks

• Sibling discounts are available by emailing nate@backyardrule.com

When and where is Winter Camp?

• There are two weeks to choose from, or you can do both!

• Week #1: December 21 - 23, 9 am - noon @ SJA High School Softball (1082 South Whitney Street)

• Week #2: December 28 - 30, 9 am - 1 pm @ SJA High School (1082 South Whitney Street)

What is included with registration?

Registration includes:

✅ An adult supervised event
✅ A competitive yet friendly sports experience
✅ All equipment is provided, which is made of soft/lightweight materials
✅ A camp t-shirt

What will kids do?

Participants will enjoy:

• Participate in games and tournaments

• Baseball and softball skill development

• Throwing, hitting, fielding, and base-running activities

• Fun team competitions and challenges

• Small-group instruction and coaching

• Opportunities to make new friends and build confidence

• Daily discussions about sportsmanship, teamwork, overcoming failure, attitude, etc

Is this only for baseball players?

• No, all skill-levels are welcome!

• Beginners are encouraged to join, and experienced players will have opportunities to challenge themselves and adopt leadership roles

• Our coaches create an environment where every child can participate and contribute

What should my child bring?

Participants should bring:

• Campers should dress in weather appropriate athletic clothes and wear closed toed gym shoes (baseball pants and jersey not required)

• A refillable water bottle

• Snack or small lunch

• Sunscreen (recommended)

All bats, balls, and equipment are provided by Backyard Rule.

What are the camp hours?

• Camp begins at 9:00 AM and ends at 1:00 PM (drop off begins 8:45 am)

• Parents should plan to pick up their child promptly at the end of each camp day

Can my child attend only some days?

• Yes! Registration is customizable to fit your schedule

What makes Backyard Rule different?

At Backyard Rule, we believe sports are about more than just winning. We focus on:

• Sportsmanship

• Teamwork

• Confidence

• Encouragement

• Having fun while learning the game

Why choose Backyard Rule?

• A fun way for kids to stay active

• A affordable and convenient alternative to high-commitment sports organizations

• A great opportunity to meet new friends

• A positive alternative to screen time and video games

• A camp experience built around fun, inclusion, and memorable moments

Interested but not sure?

Send us an email to nate@backyardrule.com or fill out the form below!

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Our goal is to provide a safe and entertaining service where participants compete with a fun, fair, and sportsmanlike attitude. Parents can use the time for a night to themselves, or you can stay, watch, and cheer em’ on! Participants do not need to bring anything but a refillable water bottle and their game face! All playing materials are provided by Backyard Rule. Drop off begins at 5:15 pm and pickup is at 8:30 pm. For additional information please email:

Hello parents! My name is Coach Nathan Fudala. I launched Backyard Rule in 2015 with the mission to build teamwork and spread sportsmanship through hosting one-of-a-kind tournaments, fundraisers, and special events.

We encourage fair play, hustle, and a “get up” attitude. Too many kids are driven away from Baseball/Softball because of high pressure, win-at-all-cost coaching styles. Yes, Backyard Rule teaches fundamental skills that can lead to success, but our primary focus is developing attitude, pushing through failure, and having FUN! Did you fall down? Get up! Are you arguing over a close call? Settle it and keep playing!

Me bragging about my Baseball history (feel free to skip over): In 2008 I made the move from Cincinnati, OH to St. Augustine, FL to play Baseball at Flagler College. I was quickly humbled my freshman year, having gone from being a high school all star to sitting the bench 58 out of 60 games in college Baseball. Talk about a punch to the gut… Next season I worked my way into the lineup for about half the games, and then managed to become a lineup staple by Jr/Sr year. I never have been a big stat guy, but I am proud to say I was Flagler’s first Baseball player to be named “First Team All Peachbelt Conference” as a utility player (a utility player is someone who plays multiple defensive positions).

My playing career ends right there, I never went pro. Bummer right? Not at all! The chance to play ball in Florida opened so many doors and blossomed into an amazing life. Although my playing days are over I still get to be a part of the game, now by sharing what knowledge I have with the next generation of ballplayers. Who knew that throwing, catching, and hitting a ball could add up to so much? I am so thankful for my coaches, family, and many friends I have made through the Baseball community.

Thank you so much for reading and if you have any questions please email me:

NATE@BACKYARDRULE.COM

If you are interested in this event you may also like our:

Diamond Drop-off

Recess Slugfest

Fall Ball Camp

Winter Camp

Spring Swing Camp

Homeschool Hitters

Extra Innings After-School Program (SJCSD)

Extra Innings After School Program (Duval Public Schools)

Did you know Backyard Rule also hosts birthday parties, team building tournaments, and other special events?! For additional information about this event or others please email:

nate@backyardrule.com