Local BMX Summer Camps

[Steve Spencer]

Hello fellow UTAH BMXer's,

I have talked with a couple of parents and riders about creating a BMX Summer Camp program and it has been received with a great deal of excitement. What do you think? How many of you, or your racers, would be interested?

None of the paticulars have been finalized yet but here are some preliminary ideas:
- 3 to 5 days in length (Which would you prefer?)
- Day camps, lodging will not be supplied
- Transportation may be offered, TBD.
- Extensive program that will cover gates, jumps, turns, strategies, custom tailored training programs, gym time, mental preparation, diet, bike maintenence and more.
- Multiple sessions may be available if the interest is high enough.
- Video review

Please supply any feedback you feel would contibute or enhance the program.

Thank you,
Steve

[Liberty BMX Racing]

Steve,

Count Austin & Ashlee in. What if a few parents volunteered to supervise camping at the track??? I guess showers would be the only negative...hmmmmmmm.

Lee

[greg]

Steve,
This is a GREAT idea!

I know I have gotten to the point with my son Spencer where I can no longer give him advice on how to improve. I can continue to work on the basic skills, but he really needs someone that rides at or above his speed and skill to help him advance. Plus, advice is always taken better when it isn't coming from dad.

I've thought about sending him to one of Greg Hills summer camps, but the cost would be pretty big. If we could get something set up locally, with MEANINGFUL training, that would actually help him advance and keep him motivated to train, I'd be willing to......well...I don't know what I'd be willing to do.....but see me later.....I'll think of something

Anyway, my vote is for the 5 day'er, as early in the year as possible, and try to split it up into skill levels.

[Guest]

Count Guy in!!! I think that is an awesome idea!!!!!

[Guest]

Count Chris and Rob flook in. I don't know about Chris, but i could use all of the help I can get!

[Punk-Biker940]

Im in! That would be awesome!!

[justinsbmxmom]

I think Justin is old enough he could pay attention and learn. Count us in!

[Guest]

That is a great idea to get some additional track time as well as leadership from some of the local icons. Skylar would love to participate and I'd be happy to help in whatever way I can.

Adam

[Curtis Newkirk]

Wow - this site has become a factory of great ideas. Count Bennett in for attendance and count me in for help (hint - I am a pretty good bike mechanic and wouldn't mind teaching)

[Steve Spencer]

COOL! Thanks for all of the support! It sounds like the program should get a good crowd.

Watch for updates to be released soon.

Steve

[guest]

The camps are great for the kids. My son had attended Bubba Harris's Mid-West Summer camps for the last 3 years. It is very unique and we even got to see Utah Superstar, Arielle Martin one year when Naoki broke both of his arms.
But honestly, I think you should let the camp staff take care of all of the teachings and skills. Only thing that parents should be involved is to watch for themselves. The track directors or TO could help with water, snacks, and lunches.
We had a overnight camp, where ABA Supercamp had rented out a lodge for those days, so shower and bathroom were no issue.
This year, we are scheduled again for the Summer supercamp. We may also attend the Woodward camp in PA, which looks very cool.

Good luck Steve!

[greg]

Steve,
I heard that there is a new company in town that may be interested in doing just this type of thing. I cant quite remember the name of it........something like A-S-S (Athletic Science Society). Could be wrong though.

You heard anything about this?

j/k

Fill us in on the details of your new bis'ness, brother!

[1rustyflyguy]

Mybe an over night camp out. we have that great big patch of grass over by the other track. Just a thought!

[sspencer]

The summer camps are still in the works. I hope to post up some more information soon with the prosposed dates. Thank you for expressing interest in the camps as we hope to provide the best possible program to assist our Utah racers achieve their personal best.

Thanks,
Steve

[Guest]

No, thank you Steve! You have made awesome tracks for our racers! Now a possible bmx camp! You are the man!!

Thank you!!