Track and Field Camps
July 22 - 24, 2010
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Track and Field 2010
The Warhawk Track and Field Camp is an instructional experience designed to provide specific training techniques and conditioning methods in the athlete’s particular event area. Emphasis is placed upon improving each individual’s skill level and knowledge of their respective event through quality small-group instruction, both in the classroom and on the track or on the field.
Vital topics related to the sport of track and field such as weight training, nutrition and psychological aspects of training and competition will be presented during the camp. Our staff understands that each individual represents a wide variety of skill, talent and experience, and we are prepared to accommodate those needs.
The Warhawk Track and Field Camp will provide an enjoyable experience by combining fun with technical development and an improved understanding of thesport of track and field.
Schedule
Thursday
10:00am-11:00am Check-in
11:00am-12:00pm Orientation
12:00pm-1:00pm Lunch
1:30pm-5:00pm Event Session
5:00pm-6:30pm Dinner
7:00pm-9:00pm Event Session (Under the lights)
Friday
7:00am-8:30am Breakfast
9:00am-11:30am Event Session
11:30am – 1:00pm Lunch
1:30pm-3:00pm Presentation
3:00pm-4:00pm Free Time
4:00pm-5:00pm Swim/Free Time
5:00pm – 6:30pm Dinner
7:00pm – 9:00pm Event Session (Under the lights)
Saturday
7:00am-8:30am Breakfast
9:00am-11:30am Event Session
11:30am- 12:00pm Wrap-Up
12:00pm -1:00pm Check Out
Residents
The fee for overnight campers is $310. Fee includes all meals, housing, insurance, instruction, recreation and a camp t-shirt.
Commuters
Commuters are charged a reduced fee of $255 and will be provided both lunch and dinner, insurance, instruction, recreation and a camp t-shirt. Commuters must provide their own transportation to and from camp. Commuters will arrive at 8:45am in the morning and will be dismissed at 9:00pm each evening.
What to Bring
Residential campers need to bring: towels, twin-sized sheet (or sleeping bag), pillow, alarm clock, toiletries, etc. In addition, campers need to have appropriate dress for activities: t-shirt, shorts, socks, running shoes and spikes. Pole vault camp participants will need to bring their own poles and throwers will need to bring their own implements.
Camp Eligibility
This camp is open to male and female student athletes entering grades 9-12 in the fall of 2010.
Camp Staff
A qualified staff of high school and collegiate coaches as well as college athletes will help each camper learn and develop the skill needed to have fun and experience success in the sport of track and field. Our staff is made up of individuals who have achieved a high level of success as athletes and/or coaches. With their experience, our staff can create the most productive and exciting learning environment.
Mike Johnson, Head Men's Track & Field Coach
Dave Wiederrecht, Head Women's Track & Field Coach
Dave Hahn, Assistant Track & Field Coach
Dennis Rue, Assistant Track & Field Coach
Insurance
Each camper will be covered by a limited accident insurance policy. The cost of insurance is included in the registration fee. Precautions will be taken to prevent any accidents, and there will be camp health supervisors available. The insurance includes primary insurance coverage up to $1000, secondary coverage up to $5000 and $300 maximum dental insurance. (Insurance does not cover pre-existing injuries and is for camp-related accidents only.)
Special Notice
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is committed to equal opportunity in its educational programs, activities and employment policies, for all persons, regardless of race, color, gender, creed, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, marital status, Vietnam-era veteran status, parental status and pregnancy.
If you have any disabling condition that requires special accommodations or attention, please advise us well in advance. We will make every effort to accommodate your special needs.
I understand that the University may take photographs and or videos of event participants and activities. I agree that the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater shall be the owner of and may use such photographs and or videos relating to the promotion of future events. I relinquish all rights that I may claim in relation to use of said photographs and/or videos.
