Browse 14 Football camps in Iowa for youth & high school athletes. Compare dates, cost & level across Ames, Ankeny & Bettendorf.
There are 14 football camps in Iowa for high school and college athletes — compare dates, cost, and coaching in the listings below.
Camps here are hosted by programs such as University of Iowa, Iowa State University and University of Northern Iowa and offered mainly as day camps.
Most football camps in Iowa run in summer 2026; check each listing for exact dates, pricing, and age or grade groups.
University of Iowa — Iowa City
The University of Iowa Hawkeye Legacy program hosts two FREE youth football camps at Kinnick Stadium on June 6, 2026, open to boys and girls in grades 1–4 and grades 5–8. Camps are led by current Iowa football student-athletes and Iowa football alumni, with a focus on football fundamental activities. Each session is limited to 125 participants; registration is required in advance at iowasportscamps.com.
University of Iowa — Iowa City
Iowa HS Football Prospect Camp hosted by the University of Iowa football program. Position-specific instruction and evaluations for high school prospects. Specific format details (e.g., 7-on-7) not confirmed on current official sources.
Iowa State University — Ames
Iowa State Football Camps are held at the Bergstrom Football Complex (not Jack Trice Stadium) on the Iowa State University campus in Ames, Iowa. Camps are led by the Iowa State Cyclones Football coaching staff. Matt Campbell departed Iowa State after the 2025 season for Penn State; the current head coach is Jimmy Rogers. The camps are operated independently (not directly by Iowa State University) and are open to any and all entrants limited only by number, age, or grade level.
University of Northern Iowa — Cedar Falls
Panther Football Camps at the University of Northern Iowa, led by Head Coach Todd Stepsis and the Panthers football staff. Multiple camp formats are offered including a multi-day Panthers Camp (July 13–16, grades 7–9) and a One-Day Prospect Camp (July 12, grades 10–College Sophomore). Primary activity venue is the UNI Football Practice Field (NW of the UNI-Dome), with some sessions at the UNI-Dome, Cedar Falls, IA.
St. Ambrose University — Davenport
St. Ambrose (NAIA) Football Camp hosted by the Fighting Bees. Note: St. Ambrose is joining the Heart of America Athletic Conference as a full member beginning 2026-27.
Grinnell College — Grinnell
Grinnell College (NCAA Division III, Midwest Conference) Football Camp. Head coach is Brent Barnes (2026 is his seventh season). Home facility is Rosenbloom Field, not Springer Stadium.
Central College — Pella
Central Dutch (ARC D3) Football Camps held on the Central College campus in Pella, IA, led by the Dutch Football staff. Head coach is Jeff McMartin (since 2004). No 2026 camp dates currently listed.
Coe College — Cedar Rapids
Coe College (NCAA D3, American Rivers Conference) Football Camps, hosted by Coe College and the Kohawk Football coaching staff. Part of the Coe College Athletic Camps (coecamps.com).
Dowling Catholic High School — West Des Moines
Dowling Catholic Youth Football Camp, hosted by the Dowling Catholic Maroons football program (Head Coach Tom Wilson). The program is a perennial Iowa Class 5A power, competing in 5A Group 2. State champions listed on the program page are under 4-A classifications (through 2019); current IHSAA classification is 5A.
Ankeny High School — Ankeny
Annual summer youth football camp hosted by the AHS football staff at the Ankeny High School Turf Field. Campers receive individual and small group instruction with emphasis on techniques and fundamentals. Camp includes games, competitions, and all campers receive a t-shirt. The 3 Day Football Camp is open to grades 3rd–7th (registration deadline June 24, 2026). A separate Hawks Youth 7 on 7 Football League is also offered for grades 3rd–8th. Camps are organized by the Ankeny Booster Club and coached by AHS coaching staff.
Ankeny Centennial High School — Ankeny
Multiple football camps offered by the Ankeny Centennial High School Football Staff through the Ankeny Booster Club, covering skills and fundamentals for boys in grades 2nd–8th (incoming fall grade). Camps are run by Centennial coaching staff and held at Centennial facilities. Specialty camps (e.g., Offensive Line & Tight End, Football Academy) also available. Registration via centennial.ankenycamps.com.
Valley High School — West Des Moines
Tiger Football Camp teaches non-contact skills and fundamentals of football, directed by Valley High School Head Varsity Football Coach Gary Swenson. Coaches from all levels of the Valley Football Program provide instruction. Offered in two tiers: Junior Tiger Football Camp (Grades 4–8) and Tiger Football Camp (Grades 9–12). Scholarships available based on need.
Iowa City West High School — Iowa City
Iowa City West HS Football Youth Camp, hosted at Iowa City West Football Field (2901 Melrose Ave, Iowa City, IA 52246). Questions directed to Coach Hartwig and Coach Meade. Registration managed via Ryzer platform.
Bettendorf High School — Bettendorf
Bettendorf High School hosts a Football Youth Camp for grades K-8, as listed on the Bettendorf Community School District homepage.
Pricing varies by program — many camps list ‘contact for pricing.’ Check each listing for current rates.
These camps serve high school and college athletes. See each listing for exact age or grade groups.
These are primarily day camps. Check each listing to confirm.
Most run in summer 2026; exact dates vary — check each camp for its schedule.
There are 14 football camps listed for Iowa. Browse them all above.
Start with your athlete’s goal — building skills, getting seen by college coaches, or just a fun first experience — since that shapes everything else. Weigh day vs. overnight against travel and budget, look into the coaching staff’s background, and confirm the age or skill grouping actually fits your athlete. Before committing, ask about the camper-to-coach ratio, what a typical day looks like, and the refund and injury policies.