This school is designed for athletes entering grades 6 to 12 who want to learn sound fundamentals in punting, kicking and snapping. Campers are assigned to groups based on their age, grade level, and previous experience. Counselors are specially trained to teach drills and to analyze body movement. Groups are limited to 5 campers each. Beginners are welcome. Female campers may enroll. This is a four-day course, not merely and activity program.
The emphasis will be on individualized instruction. The camp goal is for each participant not only to improve his skills but also to be able to explain his technique to coaches and parents. Sessions will include warm-up activities, daily practice drills, and mechanics of kicking/punting/snapping, field alignment, and game situations. Plyometrics and conditioning exercises are taught each evening. Parents and coaches are encouraged to attend practices, and instruction is offered to help them best assist future player development. Video cameras are welcome. Competition among campers is not emphasized; instead, campers are provided opportunities to perform under realistic game situations.
Campers will be housed in Watson Pods, the dormitory adjacent to the Housing Office. (Each camper must bring sheets, towels, pillow and blanket.) Meals will be served in a campus cafeteria. Camp sessions will be conducted on practice fields, and classroom instruction will take place in an air-conditioned room. Parking will be available for campers driving to campus and for parents and coaches wishing to observe practices. Campers will be supervised at all times. The strength and conditioning area used by the Georgia Southern athletes is NOT available to campers.