Five Star Cross Country Camp Rock Hill, New York
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Become part of something great! Founded by Steve Lurie, Five Star has been running for nearly 30 years and we are honored to carry on and add to the legacy that is Five Star.
Runners of all ability levels are welcome at Five Star. Each day your coach leads you on country roads and campers will have the opportunity to train at a nearby state park with awesome running trails. Back in camp you'll enjoy hearty breakfasts and guest speakers. Group activities include ultimate frisbee, beach volleyball, talent shows, and the annual swim challenge.
Highlights Include
- Outstanding venue with excellent facilities
- Training under the country's best coaches
- Individual and group instruction
- Instructor/camper ratio 1:5
- Specific training programs for every skill level
- Post camp goal setting and training tools
- Teams which register 10 campers or more together receive a $25 discount
- Even specific and speed building programs
Five Star Cross Country Camp has found a truly five-star facility at Iroquois Springs Camp in Rock Hill, NY. Camp is surrounded by miles of almost never traveled roads, complete with running trails. We have a small lake on campus for boating and canoeing, two swimming pools, and a modern, quality field house. The modern cabins have knotty pine walls, ceiling fans, and hot showers. We hold activities, lectures, and other programs in the field house. Iroquois Springs is located about two minutes from exit 110 on Route 17. It is a short ride to Stewart Airport in Newburgh and less than two hours from the major NY airports.
Register today with a $270 deposit to hold you spot in camp. The earlier you sign up, the earlier we can adjust staffing and accomodations. Should you need to inquire about a payment plan, please do not hesitate to call 1-800-645-3226.
Meet your coaching staff
Camp Director
Richard Furst
Five Star Cross Country Camp is proud to welcome back coach Rich Furst and his "attitude is everything" philosophy for his third year as director. His Warwick Valley (NY) High School Girl Harriers have won 14 Orange County championships, including a streak of 11 in a row. His 2007 team averaged history's fastest 1-5 time on the Bear Mountain course at 18:22.8. He's coached two NY State and one Footlocker national champion.
Read Full BioFurst has coached 25 All-Americans and nine national track champions. Footlocker National 2004 Champion Aislinn Ryan posted indoor times of 9:36.26 (3,000), 10:25.63 (2-mile), and 4:49.82 (mile). Outdoors, Ryan ran 9:38.62 (3,000) and 10:16.85 (2-mile). Without Ryan, WV set a national Distance Medley record while also winning the 4x800 at the 2008 Nike Outdoor Nationals with a time of 11:31.81 and was voted team of the decade by ESPN and Dyestat.com
"When everyone dedicates their best for their team," says Furst, "they help to create something that is bigger than themselves and everyone prospers."
Dick Beardsley - GUEST SPEAKER
Dick needs no introduction on his memorable performance at the Boston Marathon where he battled Alberto Salasar to the finish and finishing just two seconds behind. He has been a staple at Five-Star for many years offering motivation and courage to our campers. Campers return year after year to hear to Dick speak.. Dick Beardsley is Five Star. Learn more about his life and legacy at http://dickbeardsleyfoundation.org/ .
Tom Cuffee - GUEST SPEAKER
Tom Cuffe, who has coached more than 50 high school athletes to All-American status is an inspiration and was a long time friend and contempary of Steve Lurie. As the head Cross Country Coach at Farrell High School in New York, Tom Cuffe has produced more than 48 All-Americans. Cuffe recently was hired on at Duke University as an Assistant Coach. This will be his 17th year at Five Star.
Bryan Kovalsky - GUEST SPEAKER
Bryan Kovalsky started his running carreer as a Five Star camper and returns year after year to inspire our campers. He was a stand out runner at the University of Pennsylvania and Iona High School. He is now an english teacher at Ridgefield High School in Connecticut and the head cross country and track coach. This will be Bryan's 15th year at Five Star.
Camp code: RNXRFS
Each day at camp you partake in a rigorous and exciting daily running schedule that keeps you busy from dusk until dawn. After waking up, you begin each day with an hour-long morning run. This helps prepare your body and mind for the long day of training ahead. The evening program marks the conclusion of each day. You watch movies, play games, have talks with your new friends before heading off to bed.
Teams of 10 boys or 10 girls that register together receive a $25 discount on their camp tuition.
Don't forget to visit our new website: www.5starxc.com
Sample Daily Schedule
- 7:30am Morning run
- 8:30am Breakfast
- 9:00am Cabin clean-up
- 10:30am Olympic type games
- 12:15pm Swim
- 1:00pm Lunch
- 1:45pm Rest Hour
- 2:45pm Educational talk
- 3:45pm Stretch, Main run, Video analysis
- 5:30pm Swim, Shower
- 6:45pm Dinner
- 8:15pm Games, Movies, Talks
- 11:00pm Campers in cabins, Lights out!
SESSION INFO
Check in: Sunday August 11th from 10am to 12pm.
Check Out: Friday, August 16th. Campers will check out of the cabins at 11am and store their luggage. We will have closing skits, a cook-out lunch by the lake and field house with campers departing by 4pm.
INSTRUCTION
Ratio: 1:5
Players Grouped by: ability, age and conditioning
Evaluation: Verbally given by coaches
Facility: Trails and Roads
HOUSING
Dorm: Cabins at Iroquois Springs
Campers Per Room: 12-16 per cabin
Roommates: If you have a roommate request, and have not already given it to us, please do so no later than 14 days before the start of camp. After that, the request cannot be guaranteed.
Bathrooms: shared
Linens: Not provided
Air Conditioning: no, ceiling fans included
Spending Money: $45, please do NOT bring a pre-written check
Medical Facility: an NATA-certified trainer will be on staff at all times
TRAVEL
Closest Airport: New York’s LaGuardia Airport
Transportation: Not provided. we can assist campers in arranging airport transportation but cannot pick them up. You may contact Coach Furst at least two weeks prior to camp. Please contact in the evening: 845‐239-2764.
Amazing staff
"My week at camp is one of the best vacations that I have ever had. Even if you are not the fastest runner, or even if you are not planning to run in college or the Olympics, it is a great camp. The staff is AMAZING, and they try to help and make you feel welcome. Overall, the camp was very fun, and really helpful."
Great experience
"Camp was such a great experience. I became friends with people I see myself keeping in touch with for years to come while also working hard and pushing myself to limits both physically and mentally."
Positive experience
"The entire camp experience was great from the food,lodging, instructors, the running trips, guest speakers, just everything was positive."
Inspirational speakers
"Five Star Cross Country camp is a camp experience I will never forget. Every moment of the camp was filled with excitement. The speakers who joined us at the camp were inspirational. And the different training tips and techniques were very helpful during the following cross country season."
Best week of summer!
"This was my daughter's first 5 Star experience and she LOVED it! She has had a jam-packed summer and yet she said this was the best week of her summer by far! Thanks for a great experience. She and her teammates will definitely return!"
Taught necessary running tools
"They teach you all the necessary tools you need for running, as well as give you confidence. I managed to perform extremely well, in fact, even better than I could possibly imagine. I believe I will have a great running career, thanks to Nike."
Bond over running
"Provides an opportunity for girls to come together around a common enjoyment for the sport of running. Brings together guest speakers and coaches to share their knowledge."
Coaches are welcoming
"They help create a very welcoming feeling at camp. I also love how they balance running and other activities so campers don't feel burned out."
Knowledgeable staff
"My time at Five Star was, for lack of a better term, AMAZING. The staff was very kind, helpful, and knowledgeable. They strive to make every camper feel at home, and feel welcome. All coaches and counselors were willing, and eager to answer all of my questions. I can not wait to go to camp next year!"
Motivating
"Motivated me to do more and become better, and the social aspect was excellent, meeting new people."
Amazing Camp!
"Thank you sooo much for the amazing camp experience! It was great to be surrounded by people who loved the sport as much as myself. Thanks again and I hope to see everyone next year! "
Highlight of my summer!
"Five-Star is the best camp ever! It should be two weeks long! It is the highlight of my summer every year!"
Returning as a counselor!
"Five-Star Cross Country Camp was one of the best things I have ever done. The staff, other campers, and the running were all great! Next year I hope to go back as a counselor and have another great time."
Increased Passion for the sport!
"I really believe that this camp helped me grow as a cross country runner. My passion, already quite high, greatly increased. I have been recommending this camp to all my fellow runners. Thank you for a great experience, and I will never forget."
Meet runners from all over the world!
"This camp was an amazing experience to meet other runners just like you from all over the country and world! I can't wait to participate in the camp again."
Covers All Aspects
"Not only do Nike Running Camps teach runners like myself how to train properly, they also teach us about proper nutrition, famous runners around the world, and how to keep healthy during the sport. Overall, Nike Running Camps are very well rounded."
Highly Recommended!
"I would definitely recommend 5 star running camp to any track or cross country enthusiast. The camp has a great atmosphere to it, and promotes each camper to be the best he or she can be, as a runner and as a person. The counselors are extremely friendly, supportive, and helpful. The activities and events are always fun and exciting, and the runs really push you to your limit. Being at five star was the highlight of my summer, and I can't wait to come back next year! "
So Much Fun!
"Nike Running Camp did a great job at pushing its runners to their limits while enjoying each others company and engaging in other fun activities. The camp's staff were the best counselors EVER!"
Excel as a Runner
"Five Star provided me with all the mechanics necessary to excel as a runner: speakers came daily to talk about various subjects such as personal experience, nutrition, and the life of a runner; instructors provided lessons on speed and hills; and activities created a community known as Five Star. I went in a racer and came out a competitor."
Five Star Camper
Can't wait for next year!
"This was the best week of my entire summer! I'm not the fastest distance runner, but after one week I felt a lot stronger and made so many friends along the way. All of the activities were so much fun and I really appreciated how dedicated everyone involved at Five Star was. I can't wait for next year!"