SPIRE Academy's Summer Extended Training offers athletes an immersive and comprehensive experience designed to elevate their performance in their chosen sport. This program includes daily, high-intensity training sessions led by SPIRE Academy’s expert coaches, tailored to each athlete’s skill level and goals. Participants also undergo athletic assessments and engage in Performance Training sessions aimed at optimizing strength, speed, and agility.

Beyond the intense training regimen, campers enjoy a variety of fun and interactive activities, fostering team bonding and relaxation. The program also features off-site excursions to explore local culture and attractions, providing a well-rounded experience that balances athletic development with personal enrichment and fun. This extended camp ensures athletes leave with improved skills, new friendships, and memorable experiences.

Highlights Include

Expert level training in your event(s) by SPIRE Academy coaches
Daily Performance Training and personalized athletic assessment
Mental Skills Training
Day Campers receive lunch daily
Boarding campers receive accommodations on-campus in dorm house
3 meals per day in SPIRE Fuel
Evening camper activities & games
Weekend off-campus excursion (1 per weekend)
Use of SPIRE Performance recovery equipment
Access to Adrenaline Monkey Ninja Course
SPIRE T-Shirt
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SECURE YOUR SPOT!

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

SPIRE is committed to developing technically skilled track and field athletes who love to train and live to compete. This is accomplished via an intensive regimen of technical and tactical training, customized competition and long-term athletic performance development. Aside from training with our Track & Field coaches, work with our Performance Training Team to implement a training plan to help you increase your strength, speed, agility, and flexibility.

Take your training one step further with Mental Skills Training, part of this multi-week training camp experience. Our coaches will give you mental tools crucial for handling stress & anxiety, goal setting, visualization, and more.

In addition to your training, you can enjoy your evenings exploring SPIRE, participating in group activities, and going on off-campus excursions to experience the attractions Northeast Ohio has to offer.

2025 OVERVIEW

Dates:
- 2-week:
  - July 6-18, 2025
  - July 13-25, 2025
  - July 20-August 1, 2025
  - July 27-August 8, 2025
- 3-week:
  - July 6-25, 2025
  - July 13-August 1, 2025
  - July 20-August 8, 2025
- 4-week:
  - July 6-August 1, 2025
  - July 13-August 8, 2025
- 5-week: July 6-August 8, 2025
Age Group: 13-18 (High School)
Gender: Co-ed
Camp Type: Boarding, Day
Meals: All meals are provided to Boarding and Boarding Plus campers. Day campers only receive lunch. Allergies and dietary restrictions can be accommodated.

CAMP SCHEDULE:

Check-in: (Boarding) 5:00-5:30 PM on Sunday
Check-out: (all campers) 12:00 PM on final day of camp (Friday)
Day Camper Schedule: 9:00 AM-4:30 PM (Monday-Thursday); 9:00 AM-12:00 PM (Friday) No Training on Saturdays or Sundays
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INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY

Ratio: 1:10
Grouped by: age, ability, track & field experience
Equipment needed: Campers should bring at least one pair of broken in running shoes. Event shoes/spikes are optional. Please be sure to properly mark your equipment, so that it can be easily identified.
Facility: SPIRE Academy

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: TBD
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: TBD
Key Deposit: We do not require a room key or meal card deposit. However, if you do not return your key or meal card on the last day of camp, you will be responsible for all replacement charges from the host facility. US Sports Camps will charge the camper credit card on file for all costs due.

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

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEES:

Boarding Campers:
- 3 meals/day
- Boarding in on-campus dorm
Day Campers:
- Includes daily lunch

EVENTS AVAILABLE

Sprints
Hurdles
Jumps
Throws

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:

Extra Athletic clothing
1-2 pairs of broken in running shoes/ event spikes
Non-running shoes
Water bottle
Sunblock
Snack/Sport Drink
Small gym bag/backpack

OVERNIGHT CAMPERS ONLY:

Athletic clothing mentioned above
Comfortable non-running clothing
Underwear and socks
Pajamas/sleepwear
Flip flops
Toiletries
Personal items & medications
Washcloth and bath towel
Alarm clock
Swimsuit and towel
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)
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.

CAMP TUITION PAYMENTS

Full payment of camp fees must be completed by the first day of the month before camp. For example:

June Camps: final payment is due on May 1
July Camps: final payment is due on June 1
August Camps: final payment is due on July 1

Any camper with an unpaid balance 10 days before the start of their camp will forfeit all camp fees paid to date and be removed from the camp.

Your confirmation email shows your balance due and balance due date. Final payments can be made through the US Sports Camps Customer Portal or by phone at 1-800-645-3226.

COMPANY POLICIES

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

TRACK & FIELD CAMP FAQ

For general questions about our Track & Field camps please see our FAQ page.

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SPIRE is home to one of the largest, most amazing indoor and outdoor track & field complexes in world. Its world class training programs are ideal for the serious athlete seeking an intense training environment to prepare for the next level of competition.

Does this camp have medical personnel on staff?

We have a certified athletic training on-site and a doctor on-call at all times in case of a training injury or medical ailment/emergency.

Are the campers supervised throughout the camp?

Yes, campers are supervised by the coaches and staff. All staff members complete criminal and sex offender background checks before working the camp

Can I come to camp alone or do I have to be a member of a team?

We welcome individual campers and teams.

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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, signed by the parent (guardian), and submitted online before arrival on the first day of camp.