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Nike Sport Performance Clinic at Adelphi University

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SPEED | ACCELERATION | EXPLOSIVENESS

2023 WEEKEND CLINIC DATES ANNOUNCED

Speed is the difference maker and with the right coaching you can get faster at the Nike Speed Development Camp.

Hosted at Adelphi University, athletes have the opportunity to learn and train with Adelphi's Director of Sports Performance Keith Ferrara, providing you the tools to develop and maximize your game day speed, whether you're an individual and/or team sport athlete.

This focused month-long weekend Sport Performance Clinic, offers 8 hours of instruction for both Individual and Team Sport Athletes, demonstrating a series of drills aimed at teaching the foundation of acceleration, max velocity, as well as specific strength training techniques, to elevate their skill set. Campers will gain insight on their performance through a speed & running assessment combined with feedback given to each participant on their scores.

Upon completing this Speed Development and Team Sports Camp, each participant will have learned drills to reinforce the proper mechanics to improve their overall performance, force production, and agility designed to translate to all sports and benefit all athletes, regardless of age or skill level.

You can expect high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early.

Highlights Include

Individualized month-long programming using DynaSpeed
Coaching by Head of Strength and Conditioning at Division II Adelphi University
Individual and team sport training
Speed and running assessment
Scored combine-style testing and feedback
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DIRECTOR KEITH FERRARA

Adelphi University Director of Athletics and Recreation Danny McCabe appointed Keith Ferrara as the first full-time Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Panthers in September of 2014, elevating his title to Director of Sports Performance at the beginning of 2022. “Keith brings an extensive strength and conditioning background both on the collegiate and professional levels. Additionally, as a former student-athlete he understands the time demands placed on our students and he shares our goal of developing the whole student-athlete."
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Coach Ferrara previously worked as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist for the United States Tennis Association Player Development in Flushing, N.Y. Since 2011, he was responsible for the management of an entire strength and conditioning program for one of the three major training centers of the USTA as well as the development and implantation of those programs for professional and elite junior tennis players. US Olympians Varvara Lepchenko and Christina McHale were among the athletes Ferrara worked with.

Previously, Ferrara spent nearly three years as an Intern, Volunteer Assistant, and Graduate Assistant under the Head and Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coaches at Hofstra University. He also worked as a Sports Performance Coach at the Frozen Ropes Training Facility in Syosset.

Ferrara earned both of his degrees from Hofstra, as he graduated in 2011 with a B.S. in exercise science with a minor in Psychology followed by an M.S. in sports science in 2013. He also played defensive back for the Pride football program during the 2007 and 2008 seasons and was a three-time CAA All-Academic honoree.

Most recently, he added two more certifications to his resume; Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified through the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA) is now a Certified Sports Nutritionist from the International Society of Sports Nutrition through the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN).

Additionally, Ferrara holds certifications as a NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach, USA Weightlifting Sports Performance Coach, and American Red Cross First Aid, CPR, and AED. He is also a member of the National Strength and Conditioning Association and USA Weightlifting.

You didn’t become great at your sport by leaving it to chance. You have it in you to be faster. Invest in yourself and learn first-hand how to maximize your sprint potential through proven techniques and training strategies.

Attendees will gain a greater appreciation for the keys to running fast, while challenging how they think about speed.

You’ve spent years developing your game skill, now create the foundation for improved game speed. This year, we have the privilege of utilizing DynaSpeed to create a baseline program for athletes and track their progress over the course of the month.

SESSION INFORMATION

Dates: Saturday & Sunday mornings throughout the month of October
- 10/7, 10/8, 10/14, 10/15, 10/21, 10/22, 10/28, 10/29

NOTE: If you would like to sign-up after the start of the program, please call us at (800)645-3226 ext. 7866 or email us at [email protected]

Schedule: 8:00am-9:00am

Ages: 12-17
Gender: Co-ed
Camp type: Clinic
Check-in: 15 minutes prior to camp start time
- Location: Adelphi University - Center for Recreation & Sports
- Campus Map
Meals: Campers should bring their own water and snacks

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!

INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY

Ratio: 1:10 staff to camper ratio
Grouped by: age, ability, sport
Evaluation: DynaSpeed; coaching staff
Equipment Needed: Campers should bring at least one pair of broken in running shoes. Please be sure to properly mark your equipment, so that it can be easily identified. Please review the Camp Information Packet for a detailed checklist of items to bring.
Facility: Adelphi University Athletic Facilities

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
Water bottle
Small gym bag/backpack

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 SPORT PERFORMANCE CAMP FAQ

For general questions about our Sport Performance camps please see our FAQ page.

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Can I still sign-up after the program has started?

Yes! If you are trying to sign-up after the start of the program, please call us at (800)645-3226 ext. 7866, or email us at [email protected]

DOES THE HEALTH & RELEASE FORM NEED TO BE SIGNED BY A DOCTOR?

Our Health & Release Form does not require a doctor’s signature. This form is required to be filled out accurately, and completed online prior to camp arrival.

WHAT DOES MY CHILD NEED TO BRING TO CAMP?

All camp details and a checklist of items to bring are available on the camp webpage.

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ARE MEALS PROVIDED?

Campers should bring their own water/water bottle and snacks. Campers will be able to refill their water bottles at camp.

Overall Average Rating 5.00 / 5 Stars

- 5/5.
Madden had a great time!

— Anonymous

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.

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Please join the Priority List to be notified when this program opens for 2024 registrations.

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