Coach Attig's
Pole Vault University
Pole Vault Camps
Using the science of athletics...
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Biomechanics
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Exercise Physiology
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Sport Psychology
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Psychology of Motor Learning
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Nutrition
Fall & Winter Camps
November 16 & 17 (hotel included)
December 28 - 30 (hotel included)
Summer Camps
June 9 - 11 (Day Camp)
July 13 - 16(hotel included)
...and the art of coaching to prepare athletes physically, technically, mentally, and emotionally.
Fall (November) Pole Vault Camp
The fall camp is a great way to compress, into a short period of time, both knowledge based sessions (lectures) and physical based training sessions. The lectures and discussions will prepare the athletes for a more efficient learning environment and will focus on developing a more effective internal style of concentration. The November camp will present different (as seen below) training phase of developing pole vault technique, a mental skill, and a physical skills. The lecture topics, drills, and organization are invaluable tools for coaches to use in developing their vaulters.
BEGINNERS (meaning you have never vaulted before) are welcome but will have to come in at 9:00 am Saturday morning to develop the basics before doing the rest of the camp. Please call Coach Attig (at bottom of page) and let him know that you are a beginner. If no one indicates that they are a beginner he will not be there for the 9:00 am beginner's session.
Fall and Winter of 2024 Dates:
November 16 & 17, 2024
December 28, 29 & 30, 2024 (see Winter Camp for more information)
Examples of lecture topics at the Fall and Winter Camps:
Technical Training Mental Skills Physical Skills
4 Basic Biomechanical Principles Big Picture of Success (goals) Speed Development
Creating a High Velocity Approach Concentration (Tech. & Perform.) Strength / Power Development
PTO - Convert Speed into Perform. Believing in Myself Stamina (Work Capacity)
Transition into a Powerful Swing-up Mental Toughness Nutrition & Speed
Creating a High Velocity Pushoff Attitude Set for Achieving DREAMS Pre-meet Mental & Physical Warmup
November camp offers:
• 3 lectures which will provide the knowledge needed for continued progress.
• 4 vault sessions & 4 drill & Test sessions.
• Video analysis for each athlete
• A sound estimate of what size of pole to use for next season.
Application & Payment: Click Camp Application Tab above. Payment will appear as though you are buying a ticket.
Coaches cost: $130
Athletes cost: $350 with Hotel, $300 for commuter
Application Deadline: Since the numbers are limited, apply as soon as possible. No Applications are guaranteed four days prior the camp.
Check in time & location: Check-in at 12:00 pm. Check-in at Washburn University's Indoor Athletic Facility at 1785 SW Durow Road on Washburn University's Campus. Turn West off of Washburn Avenue onto Durow Road which leads right to the indoor facility which is on the south side of Durow Road.
Housing: Is arranged for the campers - They will be staying at the Springhill Suites Topeka Southwest
2745 SW Fairlawn Road (785-596-9650)
Departure time & location: The campers will depart at 5:00pm from the indoor track.
Confirmation Email: After completing your online application in Washburn's Athletic Ticket Office you will receive a confirmation email confirming your registration into the camp.
General Information:
1. What to bring: workout gear, running shoes, spiked shoes(1/4" pyramids), toiletries, towels, pen, and notebook.
2. Meals Campers will receive a meal card and will eat Saturday dinner and Sunday Lunch at the Student Union.
3. Campers must make arrangements for their own transportation to and from the camp. Transportation is
provided during the camp.
4. Housing - We provide and arrange housing at the Springhill Suites at 2745 SW Fairlawn Road in SW Topeka (785-596-9650)
5. All campers must abide by the camp rules. Failure to do so may result in dismissal from activities or the camper may be sent home without refund.
Schedule:
Two Day Camps (Saturday to Sunday)
Saturday
12:00 Check-in (eat an early lunch)
1:00 Lecture – "Mental Skill”
2:00 Vault / Drill and Video Sessions
5:00 Dinner (eg. Subway, Jason's Deli, Wendy's, Planet Sub etc. )
6:15 Lecture – “Pole Vault Technique and Biomechanical Principles”
7:00 Vault / Drill and Sessions
10:00 End of session
Sunday
7:00 Wake up
7:30 Breakfast
8:30 Learn by Doing – Meet prep
9:00 Vault / Drill and Video Sessions
12:00 Lunch
1:30 pm Lecture
2:30 pm Vault and Drill Session
5:00 pm Camp Ends
For Further Information: (phone) 785-840-8722 or polevaultU@gmail.com