2012 UCLA TRACK & FIELD CAMPS

YOUTH TRACK & FIELD DAY CAMPS
Session #1: June 18-21 (taught by Anthony Curran)
Session #2: July 16-19 (taught by Jeanette Bolden)
Session #3: July 23-26 (taught by Anthony Curran)
Session #4: July 30-August 2 (taught by Jeanette Bolden)
Session #5: August 6-9 (taught by Anthony Curran)

• Boys & Girls, ages 7-13
• Daily camp hours: 9:00AM-3:00PM
• $325 per camper

THROWS OVERNIGHT CAMP
June 27-29

• Shot Put, Discus, Javelin and Hammer
• Boys & Girls, Ages 14-18
• $550 Resident
• $450 Commuter

POLE VAULT OVERNIGHT CAMPS
Session #1: July 9-12
Session #2: July 16-19
Session #3: July30-August 2

• Boys and Girls, ages 12-18
• $575 Resident
• $450 Commuter

DISTANCE OVERNIGHT CAMPS
July 8-11

• Boys and Girls, ages 13-18
• $550 Resident
• $450 Commuter
• 800m through Long Distance & Cross Country

GIRLS SPRINTS & HURDLES CAMP
July 8-11

• Girls, ages 13-18
• $550 Resident
• $450 Commuter

BOYS SPRINTS & HURDLES CAMP
July 8-11

• Boys, ages 13-18
• $550 Resident
• $450 Commuter
• Two-day camp option: Monday-Tuesday, July 9-10
  • 10:00AM-2:00PM ONLY
  • $175 per person (no lunch)

ALL-STAR JUMP ACADEMIES
Session #1: July 16-19
Session #2: August 13-16

• Boys & Girls, ages 12-18
• $550 Resident
• $450 Commuter

MAMMOTH CROSS COUNTRY CAMP
July 15-20

• More information yet to come

YOUTH TRACK & FIELD DAY CAMPS
The Youth Track & Field Day Camps are offered as an opportunity for children of every ability level to get involved in the sport. The camp is appropriate for all ability levels, including those who have never before participated in track and field. Campers will try their hand at multiple running and field events, culminating in their very own ‘Olympic’ competition. The focus is on finding each camper’s individual strengths, while having fun out at the track!

BOYS SPRINTS &HURLDES CAMP
Coach Lamonte Vaughn’s Boys Sprints & Hurdles Camp provides boys with the chance to improve their speed and technique on the track. The camp is appropriate for athletes who are sprinters, hurdlers, or both - or even those new to Track & Field who are interested in pursuing the sport. Campers will be grouped by age and ability level, with younger and/or less experienced athletes working on fundamentals while the more experienced athletes refine their technique. Evening activities for resident campers include watching films, hearing from guest speakers, and discussing the demands (both on and off the track) of being a college-athlete. There is also a two-day portion available for those athletes that can’t afford the full camp experience. For two days, you can personally learn from Coach Vaughn all of the techniques important to the successful sprinter & hurdler. This camp is great for 100m, 200m, 400m, 110H, 440H, etc.

Camp Highlights include:
• a more explosive start and a killer finish
• the “burst” and the “drive”
• the difference between “quick” and “fast”
• getting stronger, faster, quicker and more dynamic,
• drills you can do on your own to make yourself faster
• hurdles approach and timing

THROWS CAMP
Men’s Head Coach Mike Maynard’s UCLA Throws Camp is designed to provide a rewarding and enjoyable experience for campers of all ability levels, utilizing all implements. Campers will learn the basics of all of the implements, with extensive discussion on each athlete’s primary focus in either the discus, shot put, javelin or hammer. Campers must bring throwing shoes, discs, shots, javelin, and hammers. There are implements available to purchase during online registration. Our staff will feature current and former UCLA athletes. Campers are divided into groups according to experience and ability. Lectures on strength and conditioning, as well as on college programs, will also be offered. Implements are available to purchase when you register.

POLE VAULT CAMPS
Coach Anthony Curran’s UCLA Pole Vault Camps are residential camps open to vaulters of all ability levels, including beginners - no experience necessary! Our staff will feature both current and former UCLA vaulters, led by pole vault/jumps coach Anthony Curran. Instruction includes vault drills such as high bar, rings, ropes and scaffold vaults. For most vaulting sessions, the camp will concentrate on the most basic technique from shorter runs and smaller poles. There will be lectures on strength and conditioning for all levels, as well as video analysis and discussion sessions. Poles are provided, but you are encouraged to bring your own, if possible.

DISTANCE CAMP
The Distance Camp is appropriate for runners that compete in the 800m distance and farther, all the way up to cross country distances. The middle distance portion of the camp will focus on the Igloi Training Method, emphasizing interval training at shorter distances, intending to build both speed and greater stamina in all campers. The camp will also cover the mental aspect of middle distance running, and how an athlete’s focus is just as vital as his physical condition. The longer distances will feature instruction for runners interested in learning more about general fitness, racing tactics for all of the long-distance events (800m to 5000m) including the Steeplechase and Cross Country, weight training, circuit training, water training and other forms of cross-training. Proper preparation prevents poor performances! Evening activates for resident campers include film sessions, guest speakers, and discussing what it takes to become a collegiate athlete. Camp will be run by Johnny Gray, Assistant Coach – Middle Distance, and Forest Braden, Assistant Coach – Long Distance.

GIRLS SPRINTS & HURDLES CAMP
Women’s Head Coach Jeanette Bolden’s UCLA Sprints & Hurdles Camp provides girls with the chance to improve their speed and technique on the track. The camp is appropriate for athletes who are sprinters, hurdlers, or both - or even those new to Track & Field who are interested in pursuing the sport. Campers will be grouped by age and ability level, with younger and/or less experienced athletes working on fundamentals while the more experienced athletes refine their technique. Evening activities for Resident campers include watching films, hearing from guest speakers, and discussing the demands (both on and off the track) of being a college-athlete. This camp is great for 100m, 200m, 400m, 110H, 440H, etc.

ALL-STAR JUMP ACADEMIES
The UCLA All-Star Jump Academies will cover the High Jump, Long Jump and Triple Jump, led by Coach Anthony Curran. The camp will focus on all aspects of jumping for these three events, including the approach, the flight, and the landing. Our staff will also lead you through exercises in plyometrics, stretching, and running mechanics. It is open to boys and girls between the ages 12-18, and all ability levels are welcome. Whether new to track & field or looking to perfect your technique, this camp offers opportunity to learn from the very best. Willie Banks (UCLA ’78), who is a 3-time Olympian and one-time world record holder, will direct the Triple Jump portion of the camp. We will also have another Bruin great on hand to direct the High & Long Jump portions of the camp.

FACILITIES & ACCOMMODATIONS
The camps are conducted primarily at Drake Stadium, home of the UCLA Bruins Track & Field teams. Day camp fees do not include meals; campers should bring a lunch from home, or money to purchase one from the food court in nearby Ackerman Student Union. Overnight campers stay in the UCLA residence halls, and eat meals in the award-winning UCLA residential restaurants. The residential restaurants offer a variety of foods on an all-you-care-to-eat basis, for a well-rounded, balanced diet. Overnight campers are housed in double- and triple-occupancy rooms, and are supervised by coaches and counselors also staying in the residence hall. Roommate preferences will be accommodated whenever possible, but CANNOT be guaranteed. If no roommate is requested, roommates will be assigned according to gender and/or age.

HOW TO REGISTER

• New Users – click here to register
• Account Holders – click here to register
  • Parents of returning campers can login to their existing account with their email address. Please do not register a new account.
• By fax: complete the application form and fax to (310) 206-7527
• By mail: complete the application form and return to
  UCLA Bruins Sports Camps
  P.O. Box 24044
  Los Angeles, CA 90024

  Be sure to include your current email address, to which confirmation of your registration will be sent, along with directions, packing instructions, and additional information leading up to the camp. Please add camps@athletics.ucla.edu to your Contacts.

  Methods of payment:
  

• Credit card (Visa, Mastercard or Discover)
• Check (by mail only – check payment not available for online registration)
• Full payment OR deposit of $150 for the youth camp, with the remaining balance due by June 1. (Only full payment is accepted after June 1)
• All outstanding balances as of June 2 will be automatically charged, and lack of payment could result in losing your spot in camp.

WAIVER OF LIABILITY
The UCLA Sports Camps Waiver of Liability, Assumption of Risk and Indemnity Agreement is required for every camper, and must be signed by the camper’s parent or guardian before s/he may participate in any camp activities. The waiver may be submitted at the time of registration, or at any point before the start of camp. If the signed waiver has not already been received with registration and payment, a copy will be sent via email.

• JUNE 1 – 48 HOURS PRIOR TO CAMP START
  • CANCELLATION (for any reason): Refund of Amount Paid - $150 Cancellation Fee
  • TRANSFER – additional $50 Transfer Fee
  • FUTURE CAMP CREDIT (towards 2012 Holiday or 2013 Track & Field Camps) – additional $25 Fee

• WITHIN 48 HOURS OF CAMP START
  • CANCELLATION – NO REFUNDS
  • TRANSFER – additional $75 Transfer Fee
  • FUTURE CAMP CREDIT – NO CREDITS WILL BE GIVEN PAST THIS DEADLINE

• IF YOUR CAMPER IS INJURED WHILE AT CAMP
  • If the proper doctor’s note is provided, you will receive a credit towards future camps for a pro-rated amount of the camp cost minus the time spent in camp.

• VOLUNTARY WITHDRAWAL/CAMP DISMISSAL
  • For campers that leave camp due to voluntary withdrawal or dismissal from camp, there will be no refunds of any kind. Some examples of voluntary withdrawal consist of, but are not limited to - homesickness, doctor’s appointment, birthday parties, school functions, etc.

If you sign-up for camp and do not attend, you will not receive a refund. ALL cancellations must be submitted in writing (by fax or email). You will receive an emailed confirmation of your cancellation request once it has been received. No-shows on any day of camp will NOT be refunded/credited for any reason.

MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNTS
Campers can receive a $25 discount per session, if the person paying for the camp is a member of the following:

UCLA Recreation Card Holder

Upon registration, you will be prompted to enter your membership identification number. This number will be used to verify your account’s status. If your membership number is invalid, you will not receive the discount, and your camper’s account will maintain a $25 balance per session. A photocopy of your membership card or UCLA faculty/staff ID can be submitted in order for the discount to be verified. This discount is applicable only if the person paying for the camp is a member of one of the above groups. When you register by mail or fax, you can select this discount option, but you MUST submit a copy of your card to the Camps Office, either by fax, (310) 206-7527, email or by mail:

UCLA Bruins Sports Camps
PO Box 24044
Los Angeles, CA 90024-0044

HEALTH CARE & INSURANCE
Each camper must provide his/her own medical insurance. Parents or guardians will be billed for any medical care given at the UCLA Medical Center or at other hospital facilities. Members of the UCLA Student-Athletic Training staff are on duty to tend to minor injuries or illness. Trainers can hold or even refrigerate prescription medication or aspirin/ibuprofen, but are NOT responsible for administering it. In the case of injury or illness, the parents will be contacted immediately, so please be sure to list your cell phone numbers, as well as the cell phone number of an emergency contact other than the parents.

Questions? Comments?
Please contact:
UCLA Sports Camps
Phone: (310) 206-3550
Fax: (310) 206-7527
Email: camps@athletics.ucla.edu

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