Basic Cadet Training (Camp Sousley)
Military-style basic cadet training camp focusing on discipline, leadership, and outdoor skills.
▌ Editor's read Camp Sousley's website (campsousley.com) loads successfully and details its Basic Cadet Training program, an overnight camp for boys aged 10-17. The camp, founded by Sgt. Major (Ret.) John Sousley, has been operating for 20 years, as stated on their 'About Us' page. The program is designed to instill discipline, leadership, and character through a military-style curriculum. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or state licensing information. There is no explicit language regarding staff background checks. The camp has a 4.9-star rating from 10 Google reviews, with parents frequently praising the positive changes in their sons' discipline and respect. Social media presence includes an Instagram handle @campsousley and a Facebook page 'campsousley'. The camp appears to be a for-profit entity, given its direct registration and payment structure. The program's emphasis on a strict, military-like environment is a core feature, but the absence of background check information is a notable omission.
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Since 200620+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 12–17
Basic Cadet Training (Camp Sousley) serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in specialty, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 2006 (20 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 12–17
- Address: 1000 Camp Sousley Rd, Flemingsburg, KY 41041
- Phone: (606) 845-0001
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: USD, varies by program
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Basic Cadet Training (Camp Sousley)
- What ages does Basic Cadet Training (Camp Sousley) accept?
- Basic Cadet Training (Camp Sousley) is open to children ages 12–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Basic Cadet Training (Camp Sousley) cost?
- Basic Cadet Training (Camp Sousley) publishes $500/week for the standard session. USD, varies by program Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Who runs Basic Cadet Training (Camp Sousley)?
- Basic Cadet Training (Camp Sousley) is operated by a private business, with 20 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Basic Cadet Training (Camp Sousley) provide lunch?
- Yes — Basic Cadet Training (Camp Sousley) includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
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