Week 1 (National League - Ages 9-12): MLB Experience Camp - Powered by Ripken Baseball (Overnight Camp)

Camp Dates: Sunday, July 5, 2009 to Friday, July 10, 2009

Location: The Ripken Academy / West Nottingham Academy - 873 Long Drive, Aberdeen MD 21001
Cost: $1,495.00

General Information

Major League Baseball™ and Ripken Camps have teamed up to deliver the ultimate summer camp experience. All campers will feel like big leaguers as they spend an entire day at one of the three area Major League ballparks and learn directly from current and former professional players throughout the week! While on-site at an MLB park, campers will: take a "behind the scenes" tour of the stadium, practice on the field and attend the MLB game that night! (Exact schedule subject to change.)

In addition to the thrilling MLB component, on-field instruction will teach campers the finer points of the game. Participants will choose two positions in which to specialize and learn more about their primary and secondary positions than they ever have before.

LIMITED TIME OFFER!
Register now for a Ripken Baseball MLB Experience Camp and receive a pair of cleats, compliments of Ripken Baseball. Act now and you'll also receive four (4) Private Training Sessions with Ripken Certified instructors.

And who says camp has to end at check-out? As part of this limited time offer, you'll also receive four (4) Private Training Sessions - have the experts analyze video, answer your questions and give you tips to improve your game.

This is a limited time offer - only available while supplies last!

Coaches & Instruction Information

Campers will gain knowledge directly from baseball's IronMan, Cal Ripken, Jr., 12-year big league veteran Bill Ripken, and several other former MLB players. Ripken Baseball certified instructors (including current/former college, pro and high school coaches/players & Ripken Full-Time Operations Staff) will be the core on-field staff for the camp.

What you'll learn:

Position specific training in your primary & secondary positions from former major leaguers, including Cal Ripken, Jr.
Offensive skills including: hitting drills, hitting competitions, hit & runs, bunting, and more!
Defensive skills including: pitching - grip, mechanics, throwing off mounds; team defense - cut-offs & relays; outfield - fly balls, ground balls and communication drills
How to enhance your overall knowledge of the game through "The Ripken Way"
Technical aspects of advanced position play

Check-in Procedures

Check-in for overnight campers in the National League group will take place at West Nottingham Academy on Sunday afternoon. Check-in times are by last name:
o A-G: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
o H-N: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
o O-Z: 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Camp will conclude on Friday afternoon at the Ripken Academy. We encourage all parents to attend closing ceremonies around 12pm (you will be provided with a final schedule and game times upon registration).

Included With Camp Registration:

An entire day spent at an MLB big league ball park - includes a behind the scenes look, on-field practice, interaction with the players & MLB game
Exciting new giveaways including: never-before seen Ripken home and away jerseys, baseball cap, socks, belt, batting gloves, baseball pants, bat bag, Ripken shirt, MLB giveaways (TBD) and an autographed photo from Cal Ripken, Jr.
All three meals, as well as drinks and snacks provided throughout the day
Team photo - taken at the Big League Park!
Exit packet complete with takeaway drills and training information
Hitting evaluation on CD-ROM with accompanying instructional commentary from Ripken Certified coaches
Incredible overnight activities including: National Aquarium in Baltimore, Maryland Science Center, M&T Bank (home of the Baltimore Ravens) & more!

Age Qualifications

The National League camp is open to players ages 9-12.

Contact Information

For more information please call: 800-486-0850