Many unique learning opportunities will be presented by featured athletes, coaches as well as other experts in a variety of running disciplines. Campers will also have the opportunity to witness a magic show and visit several of Pueblo and the surrounding areas featured attractions.

 

Ann Marie Brooks - Member of 2004 USA World CC 8K Team and 2003 USA World CC 4K Team and was named 2002 NCAA Woman of the Year.

 

Andy Downin - 2001 USA 1500 meter Outdoor Champion and member of 2001 USA World CC 4K Team.

 

Matt Downin - 1994 Foot Locker National CC Champion and member 2002 USA World CC 12K Team.

 

Shalane Flanagan - 2005 USA Outdoor 5,000m Champion; 2004 Olympian; 2004 & 2005 USA CC 4km Champion; 2002 & 2003 NCAA CC Champion.

 

Heather Hanscom - 2003 Marine Corps Marathon Champion.

 

Rob Lake - Master Magician who will perform a magic show during the camp.

 

Scott Lofquist - Sports psychology expert who will work with individuals and high school teams to maximize your team and individual potential.

 

Amy Mortimer - 2005 & 2006 USA World CC 4K Team Member.

 

Desiraye Osburn - 2007 World XC Championships Qualifier & 9:47 Steeplechaser.

 

Jason Pyrah - 1996 & 2000 USA 1500m Olympian who is an expert on nutrition.

 

Kathy Rounds - 1997 800m USATF National Champion who is an expert on nutrition and supplementation.

 

Dr. Mark Sivieri - Former 3:59 miler will be the camp physician.

 

Christian Smith - Colegiate Record holder for 1000m & 2006 NCAA Indoor Mile Champion.

 

Nicole Teter - 2004 Olympian & 800m American Indoor Record Holder.

 

Sara Wells - 2003 USA Marathon National Champion and member of 2003 USA World CC 8K Team which placed third.

 

Bishop's Castle - A spectacular one-man feat of architecture and construction, unique and not to be missed.

 

Garden of the Gods - Park of natural wonders filled with many running trails.

 

Omega Wave Machine - We are the only camp in the country that has this feature. The Omega Wave Machine does everything a VO2Max treadmill test can do and more importantly you can be tested daily without any adverse training effects. These results will be sent back from the camp with the athletes.

 

Royal Gorge Bridge & Park - Spectacular nearby scenic attraction.

 

Camp staff will include many successful college, high school and age group coaches to answer any and all questions. Camp counselors will include many elite and collegiate runners. Three women counselors have run at or under 16 minutes for 5K. There will be at least one counselor for every 10 runners. You will have the opportunity to train with people of similar ability. Each run will be monitored by camp staff to make sure that you are not over training. Runs will be for training purposes only and will not be allowed to turn into races. The camp staff will be teaching and answering questions during the runs. Special emphasis will be placed on proper technique. Altitude training will be available.

 

AAU National Site - Official Web site of the Amateur Athletic Union. Here you'll find information on regional and national meets in T&F and Cross Country.

 

Bridging the Gap Track & Field Clinic - An excellent clinic in which Olympians and World Class Athletes demonstrate drills while presenting their knowledge of track & field events to junior high, high school and club coaches, athletes and parents.

 

USATF National Web Site - Official Web site of USA Track & Field.

 

Dyestat - Top source for information on youth and high school running in the U.S.

 

Missouri Runners Nation - Top source for information on track & field and cross country in Missouri.

 

Health Plus Kinesiology - Former Brocaw Blazers runner Dr. Alan Trites, D.C. benefits the KC Metro Area with his expertise of Chiro+Plus Kinesiology.

 

Miraculous Messages from Water - An article about water that will blow your mind.

 

Eagle Eye Timing - Counselor Brandon Daniels demonstrates his exerptise in technology through the use of meet management services.

 

CC Coaches National Youth Championships - A national cross country meet organized by cross country coaches for youth ages 6-18.