Featuring Cal Ripken, Jr., Bill Ripken and other MLB instructors
Our biggest and best camp of the summer!
Camp Details
Every day of camp will be filled with position-specific training and an afternoon of exciting games on our world-class replica fields.
Campers will get instruction straight from Cal & Bill Ripken, as well as from several other former Major League players. Each camper will choose two key positions in which to specialize, focusing their training to maximize their time at camp.
Position-specific training (select two positions to focus on)
A day at Camden Yards and M&T Bank Stadium
Direct instruction from Cal Ripken, Jr. and Bill Ripken
Other great instructors with MLB experience
Tickets to an MLB game and other fun overnight activities
Awesome gear from Under Armour
Overnight accommodations provided by the beautiful West Nottingham Academy.
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Featuring MLB instructors
Campers train exclusively on the unique major league replica fields at The Ripken Experience - Aberdeen, MD and learn from instructors with real major league experience.
Attend a major league game
Receive two items autographed by Cal Ripken, Jr.
Snag some awesome Under Armour gear
Participate in an exclusive online video chat with Cal Ripken, Jr.
Select two positions to focus on developing skills
Aberdeen: April 2-4 | Northern VA: April 5-7 | Long Island: April 11-13
This three-day camp will allow each participant to get ready for their upcoming season by learning and applying "The Ripken Way" of baseball instruction. This camp will include morning instruction in infield, outfield, hitting and pitching.
Campers will also be able to participate in instructional games, putting their new skills into action!
July 2-5 | July 9-12 | July 16-19 | July 23-26 | July 30 - Aug. 2 | Aug. 6-9
This four-day camp, designed specifically for 7 & 8 year olds, will include morning instruction in infield, outfield, hitting and pitching. Campers will play an instructional game each day after lunch.
Some mornings will have fun competitions/games for the kids to use what they have learned all week as well. Winners of each competition will be awarded a prize at lunch or the end of the day.
One of the major highlights of Rookie Camp is the slip-n-slide session on the last day (Summer Rookie Camps only - not during the Spring Break Rookie Camp).
Don't have a plan? Let Hall of Famer Cal Ripken, Jr. and MLB veterans Bill Ripken & John Habyan supply you with an in-depth understanding of the fundamentals that elevate great teams above the rest. Already have a plan? Strengthen it with proven drills and learn to leverage the power of coaching The Ripken Way.
Attend a 2012 Ripken Baseball Coaching Clinic and head into your next season with a new arsenal of knowledge that you can apply on the first day of practice.
Feb. 18th in McLean, VA Feb. 25th in Hampstead, NY
Ripken Baseball instructional programs combine the wisdom of Cal Ripken, Sr., and his teachings with the 33 years of major league experience accumulated by both Cal Ripken, Jr. and Bill Ripken, creating memorable baseball experiences for youth players and coaches alike.
Keep it Simple Young baseball players must crawl before they can walk and walk before they can run. Teaching that is too complicated is difficult to remember and can result in frustration.
Make it Fun Learning doesn't have to be tedious. Drills and instruction are structured so players enjoy themselves while learning.
Games also promote fun and are an important part of Ripken Baseball programs.
Celebrate the Individual No two players are alike, so why should they be treated as if they are? Each player has his or her own comfort zones, strengths and style.
Individualism is promoted as long as certain fundamental approaches are followed.
Explain Why "Why" is a young person's favorite question. Young players have an innate need to understand the reason behind the teaching. Lessons that make sense will stick with them.
Tap into Cal & Bill Ripken's baseball wisdom
Sign up for the FREE Ripken Baseball Parent & Coaches Clipboard. If you're a baseball parent or coach, this monthly e-newsletter is a must have. Cal and Bill Ripken literally put their heads together to provide you with information to help make youth baseball a better experience for you and your children. Parents & Coaches Clipboard offers valuable information related to baseball players of all ages and skill levels. Be sure to sign up today for a wealth of tips and ideas from Cal and Bill or to ask us questions of your own!
This three-day camp will allow each participant to get ready for their upcoming season by learning and applying "The Ripken Way" of baseball instruction. This camp will include morning instruction in infield, outfield, hitting and pitching.
Some mornings will have fun competitions/games for the kids to use what they have learned all week as well. Winners of each competition will be awarded a prize at lunch or the end of the day.
