NorthWest 2010 Athlete Development Camp
Pacific University, Forest Grove, OR
August 1-6, 2010
NORTHWEST CAMP:
Welcome! We are excited to have a USA Cycling development camp in Oregon for the 2nd year. 2009 was a huge success! You can find everything you need to know about the NW camp here. This website will serve to give up to the minute information for the specific NW Camp in Oregon.
PHOTOS:
See photos from the 2009 camp here!
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2010 Athlete Development Camps - USA Cycling's website has information for other camps locations across the nation:
http://usacycling.org/news/user/story.php?id=809
CAMP INFORMATION:
The purpose behind the USACycling Regional Development Camps is multi-faceted. First and foremost it provides a development opportunity for our younger riders. Over the course of the six day camp, participants will practice skills that are specific to the camp discipline, enjoy informational discussions about nutrition, bike mechanics, and training, and take part in standardized field testing that is consistent with all of the endurance-based camps.
The camp is open to any rider ages 14 - 22 yrs old who is physically able to ride some great roads in the Willamette Valley and compete under race situations. A current 2010 USAC License is required. The is not a camp for those who might be interested in beginning the sport. A little previous race experience is good, and the ability to complete rides on consecutive days with the groups is needed. This is not to scare anyone off, do know that we have many beginner level athletes that do just fine at the camp. USAC suggest having particpated in ten races prior to camp.
Collegiate athletes are encouraged to attend also, and do not need to meet any qualification criteria other than being a USAC member with the physical ability to race.
WHO:
- Female and Male cyclists, Juniors aged 1418, and Seniors age 1922
(racing age)
- Some racing experience preferred (Collegiate A/B, Cat 3/4)
- High school or Collegiate varsity sport experience
WHAT:
- Road racing skills development
- Plenty of group-riding/skills development
- Talent identification
- Workshops on racing, training, nutrition, sport psychology & bike maintenance
- Q&A session and group rides with Pro/Top Amateur riders
RACING OPPORTUNITIES:
Multiple camps have selected campers for elite junior competitions in the past (e.g. Le Tour de L'Abitibi for road, and Mt. Snow for MTB). Plans are in progress for these or similar opportunities to be available again in 2010. Selected riders will be invited to Colorado Springs to the Olympic Training Center for a National Junior Cycling Camp.
HOW TO REGISTER:
To register for a camp if you are an automatic qualifier, go to your MYUSACYCLING (at www.usacycling.org) account page and look under DEVELOPMENT CAMPS, VIEW AVAILABLE CAMPS.
If you are not an automatic qualifier, see the section below for Request of Eligibility. If your request is accepted, the registration option will appear in the above described area.
COST:
The camp registration fee is $750. Athletes that register on or before April 12, 2010 will enjoy an “early bird” discounted fee of $700. (Team early bird registration fees will be $625 per rider)
TEAMS/CLUBS:
(UPDATED) For clubs or teams with three or more eligible riders, USA Cycling offers a discount of $75 per rider. For early birds that means paying $625 per rider versus $700 for an individual (for regular registration, the cost is $675 versus $750).
However, the following procedure must be followed for team/club registration.
1. Complete an online survey Please read the instructions carefully.
2. Either print the survey and send it with a check to the address on the survey OR contact the Development Camp Director (Jim Anderson) to make credit card payment over the phone. Instructions for both processes are on the survey form.
Please note that the discount will NOT be applied retroactively. If a rider registers on his/her own and then wants to have the team discount applied, he/she will NOT be refunded the cost and the payment of the rider will not be applied to the team payment.
All riders do NOT have to attend the same camp.
NON-QUALIFIED?:
Non-Automatic Qualifying procedures USA Cycling does allow for racers who meet the age (racing age 14yrs and older) requirements to request eligibility. The request can be made online at this survey.
Please notify me (info@nwcyclingcamp.com) when a request has been completed.
GRANTS/SCHOLARSHIPS:
Camp participants can apply for grants to offset the cost of the camp or travel to the camp. USA Cycling Development Foundation Travel and Training Grant Program. Eligibility is based, in part, on financial need. Please read the instructions and eligibility requirements carefully. Note that the award money will not cover the entire costs of the camp, so other fundraising activities should be explored. Also, Contact your team manager or president about financial scholarships from your team. You may want to talk to your local racing association about any scholarships available or fundraising ideas.
WHERE:
Pacific University
Forest Grove, Oregon
(About 45 minutes west of Portland)
ACCOMIDATIONS:
Modern, clean dorms! Check out Gilbert Hall (where we are staying).
FLYING TO PORTLAND?:
Closest airport would be PDX. Campers are encouraged to arrive on Sunday August 1st sometime after 12noon but before 4pm at PDX. This allows you to catch shuttle service (see below and get to Forest Grove). Leaving is anytime after 12noon on Saturday August 6th.
SHUTTLE SERVICE FROM PDX
The camp manager or coaches are unable to pick up riders at PDX. However, a shuttle service will get you to Forest Grove. Please see these options for ground transportation from PDX to Forest Grove.
QUESTIONS:
Northwest Camp Manger
Jim Anderson
503-975-8229
info@nwcyclingcamp.com
FAQ:
USA Cycling Website:
https://www.usacycling.org
Juniors USA Cycling:
https://www.usacycling.org/juniors/
Webinars (archived):
https://www.usacycling.org/news/user/story.php?id=4035
Camp FAQ PDF:
https://www.usacycling.org/forms/juniors/CampsFAQ.pdf
Athlete Testimonials PDF:
https://www.usacycling.org/forms/juniors/2009AthleteTestimonials.pdf
