Nike Cross Country Camp at Emory & Henry College

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We teach and demonstrate the principles which make Kenyans the most successful runners in history: Simplicity, Focus, Belief, and Togetherness. Through classroom instruction on subjects such as nutrition and racing strategy, field instruction on running form and core strength, as well as running and talking with elite Kenyan athletes, the student gains knowledge and the confidence to reach new heights in the cross country and track seasons.

Since this is an instructional camp, the emphasis will be on the skills learned and not the miles covered. We hold three workouts per day: a morning run, and afternoon drills session and an evening run. These are opportunities to model the skills taught and serve as another forum for instruction. This year we are dividing the camp into three levels based on experience and ability. This ensures that a runner is continually challenged in their training and can grow in their knowledge and mastery of this great sport.

This is a fairly rigorous program with early runs beginning at 7am, but we believe that runners runs best when they are having fun. We hold talent competitions, goofy Olympics and other games to help strengthen the bond between training groups and counselors. We also participate in other fun outdoor activities available at Emory and Henry College. If you are a distance runner who aspires to improve, or a distance running coach who wishes to gain more insights into the craft of distance running, you do not want to miss this great opportunity to learn from the best in the world.

2023 OVERVIEW

• Dates: July 16-20
• Age Group: 12-17
• Gender: Co-ed
• Camp Type: Overnight
• Check-in: Sunday, 12:00 PM-2:00 PM
• Check-out: Thursday, 11:00 AM
  • Location: Martin Brock Student Center- Emory & Henry College
  • View the campus map here
• Meals: All meals are provided at the on-campus dining facility.

All Campers should arrive at camp, prepared to run on Sunday, the 1st day of camp.

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!

HOUSING

• Dorm: TBD
• Campers Per Room: 2
• Roommates: Rooms are assigned by age & roommate requests. Roommate requests must be received no later than 14 days before the start of camp. If you don't have a roommate request, you will be placed in a room with someone near your age. It will be a great opportunity to meet someone new!
• Linens: Not provided
• Air Conditioning: No, fan recommended
• Key Deposit: $150 check made out to US Sports Camps

Staff members reside in campers’ quarters and participate in all activities.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEES:

• Overnight Campers: Features several instructional sessions per day, three hot meals, and lodging in residence halls. An evening recreation program is also included.

INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY

• Ratio: 1:10 staff to camper ratio
• Grouped by: age and ability
• Evaluation: by coaching staff
• Equipment: Campers should bring at least two pairs of broken in running shoes. Spikes/racing flats are optional. Please be sure to properly mark your equipment, so that it can be easily identified.
• Facility: Emory & Henry College, local roads/trails

CHECKLIST OF THINGS TO BRING:

Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment and personal items. US Sports Camps is NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles or money.

ALL CAMPERS:

• Athletic clothing
• 1-2 pairs of broken in running shoes/ event spikes
• Non-running shoes
• Water bottle
• Sunblock
• Comfortable non-running clothing
• Underwear and socks
• Pajamas/sleepwear
• Flip flops
• Toiletries
• Personal items & medications
• Washcloth and bath towel
• Alarm clock
• Swimsuit and towel
• Flip-flops
• Pen and paper for notes during guest speakers
• Cell phone (if you have one)
• Fan (optional)
• Pillow, pillowcase, bed sheets, comforter or sleeping bag (linens are NOT provided)
• Extra spending money (suggested $40)
• Laundry detergent

TRANSPORTATION

Transportation is not provided. Campers are responsible for getting to and from camp on their own. There is no supervision before or after camp hours so please make arrangements to pick up your child on time.

MEDICAL PROTOCOL

Most camps have an athletic trainer on-site to help with illness or injury. In case of an emergency, campers will be transported to the nearest hospital.

COMPANY POLICIES

For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.

NIKE CROSS COUNTRY CAMP FAQ

For general questions about our Cross Country camps please see our FAQ page.

WHO ARE TRAIN WITH KENYANS, LLC?

Train With Kenyans (TWK) is small LLC with global hopes and visions. We seek to develop global athletes by providing a uniquely Kenyan training experience. We combine Kenyan training principles and American resources in order to impact both American and Kenyan runners.

WHY AND HOW?

There are several people that help make Train With Kenyans the successful and effective camp that it is. The Camp Directors, the Elite Athletes and the staff all come together for a week to provide high quality training, instruction and fun. However, there are a host of other athletes and support staff runners may never see or hear from that have been invaluable in providing the highest quality of training and instruction offered among running camps.

WHY KENYAN TRAINING?

Since the 1960s, the nation of Kenya has dominated the distance events in track and the marathon. These statistics are even more pronounced when one also considers their annual domination of the highest level of international competition in the IAAF World Cross Country Meet.

Some people believe that Kenyan runners are naturally FAST due to their genetics or environment. Yes, that can play a role, but in reality it is because Kenyans approach their training with PURE intention. The Kenyan method of training is often better, harder and more crystallized than the rest of the world. Did you know that Kenyans are not the ONLY fast runners; any runner from ANYWHERE can be as good as Kenyans! YOU CAN BE AS FAST AS A KENYAN. Come learn the Kenyan way of training and take your running to another level!

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