Kemer hosts team training camps and international championships in sports from football and volleyball to wrestling and korfball. The district has two indoor halls that have staged international events, the Göynük Atatürk Sports Hall and the Bahri Tanrıkulu Sports Hall. With its climate, easy access from Antalya Airport and a coastline backed by mountains, Kemer is a strong candidate for teams planning a camp. This guide is for coaches, clubs and organisers.
Sports camps in Kemer at a glance
- Peak periods: July–August (summer camps) and autumn–winter (off-season and tournament camps)
- Indoor halls: Göynük Atatürk Sports Hall and Bahri Tanrıkulu Sports Hall
- Access: about an hour from Antalya Airport
- Outdoor training: the coast road, forest trails and altitude options on Mount Tahtalı and the Taurus Mountains
Kemer’s 2026 sports scene
The 2026 calendar shows how many sports meet in Kemer:
- Korfball: the IKF U19 (Open) European Korfball Championship was held in Kemer from 3 to 5 April 2026, hosted by the Developing Sports Federation of Türkiye. Teams from Belgium, Türkiye, Poland, Germany, Slovakia, England, Portugal, Czechia and Hungary competed, and Belgium won its first-ever U19 European title.
- Wrestling: the Yaşar Doğu, Vehbi Emre and Hamit Kaplan Tournament (January, Göynük)
- Muaythai: the IFMA International Antalya Open Cup (March, Bahri Tanrıkulu Sports Hall)
- Tennis: the Turkish Bowl junior tournament (April, Göynük)
- Bocce: the 17th International Kemer Bocce Tournament (October–November)
Camp planning checklist
Facilities and schedule
- Confirm pitch or hall bookings in writing, together with your camp dates.
- If you train twice a day, include travel time to the facility in the schedule.
- In summer, avoid the midday heat. Train early in the morning and late in the afternoon.
Accommodation
- Room allocation (doubles and triples), plus rooms for coaches and medical staff
- Breakfast times that fit the training schedule
- Kit washing and equipment storage, agreed in advance
- A meeting point where the whole squad can gather
Transport
- Airport transfers and daily shuttles to training venues
- Vehicles sized to the squad. Our Antalya Airport to Kemer guide covers the basics.
Why stay in central Kemer?
Central Kemer is a short drive from both the Göynük and Bahri Tanrıkulu halls. Outside training hours, players can walk to the beach, the town centre and the marina, which makes a real difference to morale and recovery on a long camp.
Kemer Royal Beach Hotel is in central Kemer, close to the beach and with a pool. With double, deluxe and family rooms, squad room allocation can be planned flexibly. Send us your camp dates, squad size and any special requirements on WhatsApp or through our contact page, and we’ll prepare a tailored quote.
Frequently asked questions
What’s the best month for a sports camp in Kemer?
It depends on the sport. Summer camps are concentrated in July and August, while teams looking for cooler training conditions prefer spring and autumn.
Are there indoor sports halls in Kemer?
Yes. The Göynük Atatürk Sports Hall and the Bahri Tanrıkulu Sports Hall have both hosted international tournaments.
How do I get a quote for a team stay?
Send your dates, number of people and room preferences to our WhatsApp line or contact form.
For everything happening in Kemer this year, see the Kemer events calendar.
Cover photo: Peter Saxon, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Adapted with typography and shared under the same licence.