Minnesota Sport Schools

Get ready to put your soccer skills to the test! High paced and high intensity, you’ll spend the week developing the skills you already have as you prepare to take it to the next level. For experienced players, only. Please bring shin guards if you have them.

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Whether you are new to the sport or have played for years, this camp appeals to all skill levels. Learn and improve your skills in dribbling, shooting, passing, and defense. Each week features reinforcement of featured skills through gameplay, drills, and healthy competitions. Campers should wear athletic, closed-toe shoes

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Are you interested in raising school spirit while having fun? In this camp, campers will be introduced to the many aspects of cheerleading such as chants, jumps, and stunts. Learn all about cheerleading while also developing teamwork skills in this exciting new camp.

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Climbing Clubs with U of M Youth Programs provide kids with the opportunity to explore the sport of rock climbing. Each club is designed with activities, games, and lessons that are age and skill level appropriate to help participants develop their climbing abilities. 

Clubs meet one day a week for four weeks. Climbers can sign up for consecutive sessions to continue to participate in the sport of climbing. Coaches work each week to create customized activity and lesson plans to ensure an engaging experience whether it’s day 1 or day 1000. Additionally, climbers can choose to sign up for more advanced clubs as their skills develop to continue learning and growing as a climber. Each club will have a maximum of 12 participants.

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Experience the excitement of football in a noncontact format. Learn plays and strategies, and practice the core skills of passing, catching, and de-flagging or defensive positioning. This camp also teaches good sportsmanship, teamwork, and the importance of fair play in a fun and positive environment

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Take your YP experience to new heights by learning to rock climb! With an emphasis on safety and fun, this camp will provide opportunities to develop climbing skills in a supportive environment. Campers will learn how to manage the ropes for their climbing buddies, tie basic climbing knots, identify different types of climbing holds, and gain an understanding of basic climbing movement techniques. In addition to fun filled games and activities, campers will take a field trip to the University of Minnesota Climbing Gym on the Minneapolis Campus.

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Continue the vertical adventure with Rock 2! This camp will help climbers develop confidence in their skills and encourage progress by learning specific climbing movement techniques. Technical instruction is interspersed with fun-filled activities and games to provide climbing challenges in a fun, constructive environment. As climbers learn new skills, they will also have new climbing opportunities with a field trip to the U of M Climbing Gym on the Minneapolis Campus. For older age groups; previous climbing experience is highly encouraged.

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Fast action and teamwork are the name of the game in this popular, worldwide sport. Learn and improve your skills in dribbling, passing, shooting and ball control in a fun and engaging setting. Please bring shin guards if you have them.

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Try a new sport (uncommon in the Midwest) and gain skills that can last a lifetime. This court sport camp offers eye-hand coordination, footwork, etiquette, safety, and sportsmanship while having fun. Squash is about coordination, rather than strength and therefore is enjoyed equally by all. Equipment, including goggles, is provided.

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Tennis is for everyone! Have fun learning this lifelong activity as you learn and practice all of the basic skills such as ground strokes, volleys, lobs and serves. Develop your footwork, grip and technique in a lively, fun atmosphere. Athletic, closed-toe shoes are required every day. Younger children will use equipment provided. Ages 10 & up may bring a racquet if they have one.

One week, two awesome sports! Spend part of the week learning about and playing Spikeball - often described as a combination of volleyball and four square. This unique, fast-paced game will keep you on your toes while you’re serving, spiking, and rallying with your team! The rest of the week will be spent playing Ultimate Frisbee - a fast-paced team sport that combines elements of soccer, football, and basketball. Practice your new skills, and improve your hand-eye coordination and athleticism during this week of fun in the sun.

Bump, set, SPIKE! Campers will enjoy this lifetime sport by learning the proper techniques for serving, passing, setting, and hitting on the hard court. At the end of each day, new skills are applied in a game setting, where effective teamwork and good sportsmanship are emphasized. Campers should wear comfortable clothing for movement, athletic shoes, and knee pads (optional). 

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