Improve Your Skills at Cal Rugby Camp
Please note that all Cal Sports Camps are subject to change or cancellation as a result of NCAA and Covid-19 related restrictions.
Join Cal Rugby and Head Coach Jack Clark for the most recognized rugby camp in the country. Cal Rugby has one of the most decorated histories in collegiate sports, including 33 National Championships.
Summer Camp
The Cal Rugby program has a long rich tradition of competitive success founded on superb skills, fitness, and team culture. Our camp mixes Cal's proud rugby heritage with an innovative professional coaching staff. The camp (for rugby players 14-18 years old) emphasizes safe and effective technique while having fun improving at the sport of rugby. Come learn the latest techniques, tactics, and strategies from the international and professional arena. Seminars and presentations scheduled throughout the camp provide important information, in a classroom setting, in areas such as academics, nutrition and recovery, and high performance rugby. Perhaps our best endorsement is the number of young men who have returned for a second, third or fourth summer.
* If you are unable to attend the full three-day camp, single or two day pricing is available. If you have questions, please contact our office at 1-800-645-3226.
Player Groups
The Cal Rugby Summer Camp assembles campers into age appropriate training groups to maximize the learning experience. Rising freshman, sophomores and juniors train together simultaneously alongside rising seniors.
All Cal Sports Camps are open to any and all entrants. For your safety and benefit, we recommend you choose a camp that fits your level of development. All events are subject to change based on NCAA and Covid-19 restrictions. Due to high demand and limited capacity, prices are subject to increase as camp exceeds 25%/50%/75% capacity.
Highlights Include
- Daily instruction and competitive activities at Witter Rugby Field
- Receive coaching from Jack Clark and Tom Billups, with Cal Rugby players serving as camp counselors
- Extensive academic informational presentation by Cal's educational support staff
- Workshops on topics such as sport-specific strength, conditioning and recovery methods, sportsmanship and safety
- Seminars on topics such as academics, laws of the game, performance nutrition
- Healthy and positive learning environment designed to assist each player to improve
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director Jack Clark
Head Coach of the Cal Bears for 40 years, Jack Clark has led the team to 24 National Collegiate Championships in 15s, and five National Championships in 7s.
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Associate Head Coach Tom Billups
Tom Billups is the Associate Head Coach of Cal Varsity Rugby.
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Camp Details
This program is designed for boys between the ages of 14 and 18. Cal Rugby Camps provide young golfers with the tools to enjoy this great game for a lifetime. Our curriculum is the perfect blend of expert instruction, course play and fun! With an outstanding coaching staff led by Cal Rugby Associate Head Coach, Tom Billups, and his dedicated staff bring with them the latest rugby skills, strategy and tactics from the international and professional arena.
SECURE YOUR SPOT!
You can expect high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early.
2024 OVERVIEW
- Dates: July 19-21, 2024
- Age Group: 14-18
- Gender: Boys only
- Camp Type: Full Day Camps Available
- Schedule:
- Full Day: 9:00am-4:00pm, Friday-Sunday
- Check-In: Campers check in at 9:00am each day at the Prospect Court Parking Lot. Players are picked up at The Prospect Court parking lot at 4:00pm.
- Prospect Court Parking Lot Address: 2900 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
- Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring packed lunch.
Please note: Camp schedules and details may be subject to change.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: The Cal Rugby Summer Camp assembles campers into age appropriate training groups to maximize the learning experience. Rising freshman, sophomores and juniors train together simultaneously alongside rising seniors.
- Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring packed lunch.
- Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours.
INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY
- Ratio: 1:8 staff-to-camper ratio.
- Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience.
- Equipment Needed: Please see checklist below.
- Facility: Witter Rugby Field
- Medical Protocol: Camp will have on-site staff to help with illness or injury. In case of an emergency, campers will be transported to the nearest hospital.
PREPARE FOR CAMP: COMPLETE YOUR PRE-CAMP CHECKLIST
To view your customer account, complete your mandatory forms, pay balance dues, and review important camp information, visit Pre-Camp Checklist. All necessary camp information is on this page. If there are any imperative changes prior to camp start, registered campers will be notified via email and this webpage will be updated!
CHECKLIST OF THINGS TO BRING
US Sports Camps, UC Berkeley and the facilities are NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles or money. Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment and personal items. We recommend that you do not send unnecessary items of clothing, which can get lost. Camper bags may be inspected upon check in or at any time during camp to ensure no drugs, alcohol or other improper substances are brought to camp.
- Rugby cleats (synthetic turf field)
- Mouth guard
- Scrum cap (optional)
- Other athletic shorts/shirts
- Running shoes
- Sweatshirt/warm up jacket and pants
- Sunscreen*
- Mask
- Lunch
- Water Bottle**
- We will will provide a jersey for the campers to wear during camp and one which they will get to keep
- Signed Health & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
TRANSPORTATION
US Sports Camps does not provide transportation to and from airports, bus depots, or train stations. The packet we send to registered campers in the spring offers suggestions on shuttle services for each specific camp. For older campers driving themselves to camp, please park at the Maxwell Parking Structure under Maxwell Family Field. From there you can walk over to the Prospect Court Lot for check in.
COMPANY POLICIES
For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.
All Cal Sports Camps are open to any and all entrants. For your safety and benefit, we recommend you choose a camp that fits your level of development. All events are subject to change based on NCAA and Covid-19 restrictions. Due to high demand and limited capacity, prices are subject to increase as camp exceeds 25%/50%/75% capacity.
ADDRESS
Prospect Court Lot: 2900 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
SAMPLE SCHEDULE
Please note: Camp schedules may be subject to change.
Sample Summer Schedule
- 8:00-9:00am Camper check-in at the Prospect Court Parking Lot
- 9:30am Skill acquisition activities and drills
- 11:00am Seminars (topics include academics, laws of the game, performance nutrition)
- 12:00-1:00pm Lunch
- 1:00-2:00pm Workshop (topics include sport-specific strength and conditioning and recovery methods, sportsmanship and safety)
- 2:00-4:00pm Golden Bear Rules
- 4:00pm Campers depart
Witter Rugby Field
Nestled in Strawberry Canyon, Witter Rugby Field is the home of Cal varsity rugby - the most successful collegiate program in the country with 33 national collegiate championships. Built in 1995, Witter Rugby Field is a dedicated rugby facility with electronic scoreboards at either end of the field. In the Fall of 2019, a state of the art synthetic playing surface was installed, making Witter Rugby Field the premier athletic surface on Cal's campus.
Camp Reviews
Overall Average Rating Stars
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July 25, 2022: Being able to meet rugby players from around the country and the world and going out and running games with them under the supervision of great coaches and staff
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July 26, 2022: Opportunity to play WITH former competitors; opportunity to talk and learn from current players; the chance to play on a premier field with top coaches
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July 27, 2023: The head coaches made the experience enjoyable and felt like they not only were looking for players but to improve the sport in general.
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July 24, 2023: The best part was the last day of Golden Bear Rules, where we got placed in teams and played a 12-a-side tournament.
— Anonymous
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July 24, 2023: Everything done at the camp was great. The tournament games on the last day were great as well!
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July 31, 2023: Professional organization and skills taught at this camp. The staff was fantastic and very accessible!
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July 24, 2023: Very high level of conpetition and engagement by camp director and counselors!
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July 24, 2023: This camp showed organization, rugby knowledge and sense of rugby community.
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July 24, 2023: The quality of the players and coaches was very high!
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July 24, 2023: I felt like I was coached by such a great program.
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July 24, 2023: This camp was all a highlight!
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His skills and confidence increased
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Cal Rugby Camps
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SECURE YOUR SPOT – CAMPS SELL OUT!
Last year over 650 Sports Camps sold out, leaving 7,000+ campers on the waitlist. Due to high demand, early registration for our first-come-first-serve camps is strongly recommended.