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Hey, I'm hosting a 1-day camp June 6thin Clinton, IL. Followed by a meet on the 7th!
I want to welcome vaulters of all levels. It doesn't matter if you've never touched a pole before, you're a post-collegiate vaulter trying to make it to the next level, or someone who wants to cross pole vault off your bucket list.
I'd love to be a part of your journey!
My goal with these camps is to provide you with the tools that will help you vault higher.
Download the Flyer Here
Coaches Observation
** For coaches who wish to observe their vaulters during the sessions and participate in the lunchtime Q&A, they can register here. There is a $50 registration fee that includes lunch!
We encourage questions between the coaching sessions or during breaks! We do, however, kindly ask that you refrain from coaching during the camp.
We focus on
- The technical development of your unique vault.
- Pole vault specific gymnastics work
- Speed development
- Pole Vault Specific Strength training
- The psychological side of the pole vault
- and most importantly, having fun! We are running with a stick to jump over a stick.
Camp Objective: Primarily, I want all the participants to have a great time while expanding their pole vault knowledge. The camp is designed for coaches and vaulters of all ages and skill levels.
Camp Address:
The camp will take place at Clinton Community High School Track (1200 IL-54, Clinton, IL 61727)
Sessions: (times are subject to change)
Saturday June 6th
9:00-10:00 Greetings, Introductions and Warm Up Drills
10:00-10:15 Snack/Water Break
10:15-11:15 Ground Drills
11:15-1:15 Lunch (provided) followed by Q&A with Shawn
1:15-3:15: Vault Drills (Sand Pits and Vault Pits)
Sunday June 7thth
10:00am: Vault Competition
Depending on the skill level of participants, we will either run two flights or run concurrently on two pits
Entry Deadline: May 30th. A $25 additional fee is required for applications received after the deadline.
Camp Contacts:
Sondra Baker
Assistant Pole Vault Coach, Clinton Community High School
Phone: 217-412-9561
Email: sbaker@cusd15.org
Shawn Francis
- Author of the Pole Vault Toolbox
- Host of the Popular Youtube Channel Team Hoot Pole Vault
- USA Silver Medalist
- Former D1 Coach
- Masters Degree in Exercise Science/Biomechanics
- USTFCCCA Jumps Specialists
- Coach of multiple All-Americans, State Record Holders, State Champions, and Medalists.
