new group leaders
welcome!
Our team can’t wait to host you at camp this summer! It can be a little overwhelming to bring a group of kids to a camp they’ve never been to before, so let us help make it a little easier. We’ve gathered all of the information that we would want at our fingertips if it were our first time attending camp. Our hope is that you arrive at camp feeling informed, but more importantly, excited!
have questions?
Registration Help:
If you’ve never been to CentriKid and want to talk with one of our teammates about applying to work as a summer staffer or bringing a group of campers, click below to view the calendar of available call times. You can select a call time that fits your schedule and ours!
a day at camp
Here is what a typical day of camp looks like.
Day 2-4
____
breakfast / time alone with God
8:15 am
i can’t wait
9 am
team time (Bible study & rec) / adult gathering
____
lunch
1 pm
track a
2:15 pm
track b
3:30 pm
hang time
4 pm
organized mass chaos (day 4 only)
____
dinner
7 pm
worship
8 pm
church group time
evening hang time
10 pm
head to room
10:30 pm
lights out
What does
‘safe to be a kid’
mean?
camp lingo
Here are some CK terms that will help you understand all the fun things we have in store at camp!
tawg
TAWG is a word we use a lot at camp that simply means, Time Alone With God. This is the devotional that you and your campers will begin each morning with.
i can’t wait
I Can’t Wait is a fun celebration where we learn what our daily theme is each morning.
team time
Team Time is when campers are with their color team by grade for Bible Study and Recreation lead by CentriKid Staff.
track time
Kids get to choose and participate in two Track Times led and taught by our staff. These times are designed to offer options that appeal to kids with a range of interests. Options range from weird science and art studio to archery and basketball.
hang time
Hang Time is when campers, adults, and staff are free to do the activities offered for that day. During this time, everyone at camp gets the chance to hangout with their church groups and new friends.
omc
OMC (Organized Mass Chaos) will be played on Day 4 with each kid in their colored teams. OMC consist of task cards and whatever the card says, the camper must do in order to get a point for their team.
church group time
This is a time for group leaders to lead their group through reflection and devotion. This takes place at the end of each day. We supply a guide for each leader to help during this time.
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group leader faqs
What would I be responsible for at camp?
As a group leader you will be responsible for getting kids to camp and making sure that you get campers to all scheduled elements of camp. CentriKid staff will take care of leading all camp elements, except for when you will be with your church after worship for church group time. Head to group leader information to find out what all you need to have ready before you get to camp!
What are adults responsible for before camp?
Adults must be 18 years old (unless part of the Team Assistant Program) and have a completed background check. Bring 1 male leader for every 5 male campers and 1 female leader for every 5 female campers.
All adults must complete “Child Protection Training” prior to camp and submit the certificate of completion with camp forms. Group Leaders must complete the “Church Participation Agreement” to bring to camp. This agreement is found in “Group Leader Info” online.
What is a track time?
Kids get to choose and participate in two Track Times led and taught by our staff. These times are designed to offer options that appeal to kids with a range of interests. Options range from weird science and art studio to archery and basketball.
What is team time?
Team Time is when campers are with their color team by grade for Bible Study and Recreation lead by CentriKid Staff.
What is TAWG?
TAWG is a word we use a lot at camp that simply means, Time Alone With God. This is the devotional that you and your campers will begin each morning with.
What is i cant wait?
I Can’t Wait is our morning worship time. It a fun morning celebration where we begin the daily theme for the day.
What is the spot?
The SPOT is where all campers and staff gather for campers to find their Track Times. Once the camper finds their Track Time the staffers will take them to the Track. After Track A staffers will leader campers back to the SPOT for Track B where the process is repeated.
What is Omc?
OMC stands for Organized Mass Chaos, it is the long awaited game kids get excited for on day 1. On Day 4, OMC will be played with each kid in their colored teams. OMC consist of task cards and whatever the card says, the camper must do in order to get a point for their team. They will continue completing as many tasks as they can until the whistle is blown. It is the loudest, most fun, and messiest game around.
what if my camper does not have insurance?
If a camper requires medical attention while at camp, the camper is responsible for the cost. If the camper does not have insurance the sponsoring church will be the financially responsible party.
ready for camp?
Once you reserve your spots, find everything you need to get ready for camp on our Group Leader Information page.
photo gallery
MICHEAL WALLEY
TIFFANY FRANCIS
JEREMY ECHOLS
Zach and Drew met in college at Southeastern Oklahoma State University in Durant, OK. They started to lead worship at the BCM on campus in 2012 and have led on and off since. Zach is married to his wife 
Austin Miller Band is a group based out of the Carolinas that formed in 2018. Known for their high energy, and passion, AMB constantly seeks to point others to Christ through their music and lives. Seeking to tear down the divide that seems to have been made between the stage and the seats, AMB can be found all over camp with students and their leaders. They want to get to know you, your story, and what God is doing in your life. 
Jonathan & Emily can’t wait to start their 7th summer with 
Eryn Riley is a student at Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia, Arkansas majoring in Vocal Music Education. This is her second official year with CentriKid, and she is thankful for the opportunity to lead out in worship (one of the best parts of camp)! CentriKid has quickly become one of her favorite things, and she is so excited for this summer!
Matt is a worship pastor / leader currently residing in Hernando MS. He has spent the past 16 years traveling and leading across the country, while also serving for the past decade as one of the founding pastors and worship leader of Eastpoint Church in Lewisburg, MS. His desire is for people to realize and walk in their God given calling of glorifying The Father through individual & corporate worship
Dr. Shane Garrison is Professor of Educational Ministries at Campbellsville University School of Theology. Shane has served with CentriKid for ten years as a camp pastor and on the content creation team. He is married to Jennifer and they have two teenage sons.