Camp Information
- Ages: Boys and girls ages 8-13
- Location: West Windsor-Plainsboro High School North
- Dates: 1-week session, July 14 - July 18
- Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- Staff: Chris Pisano
- Fee: $200 (includes dri-fit camp t-shirt)
Description
Campers will experience what the Sport of Track and Field is all about by participating in a variety of individual and team events – including an official “Olympic Meet” on Friday! All times and distances will be recorded throughout the week and printed on a certificate. Campers will receive individualized instruction in the technical aspects of the sport.
The Activities that will be performed during the camp period include the following:
- 55m, 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, 4x55m, 4x100m, Long Jump, Triple Jump, Shot Put, Discus, Javelin
- An effective “active warm-up”, running techniques, proper form in various field events
- Speed and agility training with ladders and cones
- Campers will be schooled on “the ins and outs” of the sport itself
- Learning the events, distances, times, rules, officiating commands, team scoring
- Learning racing strategies and the mental aspect of running
- Campers will form bonds through competition, teamwork, respect, and love of the sport
*There is a 20-30 minute midday lunch break, so be sure to pack something to snack on!*
Financial Assistance is NOT available for this camp.