Sports Camps (Grades 2-12)

Grades: Entering 2 - 8
Dates: August 1-4 (Monday-Thursday)
Cost: $300
Coach: Mike Callahan

Learn the fundamentals of baseball and sharpen skills in a program that provides first-rate instruction for players of all levels.  Daily activities incorporate conditioning and hands-on instruction in all areas of hitting, throwing, fielding and strategy, with scrimmages designed to improve individual talents.

What to Bring:

• A baseball glove is mandatory—if you have other gear (batting helmet, bat), including specialized position equipment, please bring it!
• If wearing cleats, please bring a pair of sneakers for indoor play during inclement weather and for the dining hall
• Water bottle and sunscreen for outdoor play
• Bathing suit and a towel for the optional free swim
• Campers may want to bring a change of clothes

Grades: Entering grades 2-11
Dates: June 27-July 1
Cost: $375
Coach: Cherise Galasso (includes t-shirt and basketball)

What to Bring:

• Basketball sneakers are recommended
• Water bottle and sunscreen for outdoor play
• Bathing suit and a towel for the optional free swim period
• Campers may want to bring a change of clothes

Grades: Entering grades 4-11
Dates: July 18-21 (Monday-Thursday)
Cost: $300 (includes t-shirt and basketball)
Coach: Chris Bartley

Through high-quality instruction on fundamentals and team concepts, participants will develop a deeper understanding of the game of basketball and refine their athletic skills.  Daily activities include drills, lectures, team practice, and game play.

What to Bring:

• Basketball sneakers are recommended
• On the first day of camp, participants will be issued a WPI basketball. We will provide markers for the camper to put their name on the ball—please bring the ball to camp each day (we cannot provide replacements for lost balls).
• Bathing suit and a towel for the optional free swim
• Campers may want to bring a change of clothes

Grades: Entering grades 2-11
Dates: June 27 - July 1
Cost: $375
Coach: Paul Bennett

Participants spend the week mastering the fundamentals of competitive swimming.  Each day focuses on a new competitive stroke, with the final day’s work covering starts, turns, and transitions.

What to Bring:

• Bathing suit, goggles, and a swim cap for long hair
• Two towels
• Sneakers, shorts, and t-shirt for outdoor dry land exercises
• Water bottle and sunscreen for outdoor play

Grades: Entering grades 2-12
Dates: August 1-4 (Monday-Thursday)
​Cost: $300
​Coach: Kim Casenza

The drills and skills are designed to suit athletes of all levels.  Upper level skills/drills will challenge even the most talented players.  Basic skills/drills will be designed to help those athletes better themselves in all aspects of game of field hockey.

What to Bring:

• Mouth Guard
• Shin Guard
• Field Hockey Stick
• Water Bottle
• Sneakers
• Sunscreen
• Bathing suit and a towel for the optional free swim

Grades: Entering grades 3-11
Dates: July 11 - 14 (Monday-Thursday)
Cost:  $300
Coach: Chris Robertson

Whether campers are just starting out or preparing for high school pre-season, Pop Warner, or American Youth Football, WPI’s football camp will teach them the game of football the engineer's way.  The daily schedule includes position-specific training, offensively and defensively, as well as speed, quickness, and agility training.

What to Bring:

• Football cleats are required
• Mouthpiece (non-contact camp) is optional
• Sneakers for indoor play in case of inclement weather
• Water bottle and sunscreen

Grades:  Entering grades 8-12
Dates: July 11-16 (Saturday is 8-10am)
Cost: $495
Coach: Jason Steele
Location: WPI Campus and Donahue Rowing Center

Our rowing program offers instruction for high school athletes of all levels, from advanced skill development targeted toward competitive rowing to introduction of the basics.  Participants receive first-class instruction appropriate to their individual development, within a positive and enjoyable environment.

*Rowing Camp has pick-up and drop-off at WPI on Monday only.  Pick up and drop-off from Tuesday thru Saturday will take place at the Donahue Rowing Center, located at 237 N. Quinsigamond Ave, Shrewsbury, MA.

What to Bring:

• For Monday swim test, please bring a bathing suit and towel
• Rowing unisuit or spandex-style shorts and t-shirt (loose clothing is not recommended)
• Socks, hat and/or bandana, sunscreen
• Water bottle and snacks
• Rain Jacket, change of clothes and a towel are recommended (showers are available at the Donahue Rowing Center and at WPI)

Grades: Entering grades 2-11
Dates: July 25 - 28 (Monday-Thursday)
Cost: $300 (includes t-shirt & soccer ball)
Coaches: Brian Kelley & Stephanie Schafer

Learn from leading college and high school coaches across the region as campers join with players of all levels to improve their soccer skills in a positive and enjoyable atmosphere. Daily training includes practice of individual skills, small group tactics, group competition, and games.

What to Bring:

• Shin guards are mandatory
• If wearing cleats, please bring a pair of sneakers for indoor play during inclement weather and for the dining hall
• Water bottle and nut-free snack (non-perishable, no refrigeration available on fields)
• Sunscreen for outdoor play
• Bathing suit and a towel for the optional free swim
• Campers may want to bring a change of clothes

Grades: Entering grades 3-11
Dates: July 5-8 (Tuesday-Friday)
Cost: $300 (includes t-shirt)
Coach: Heather Ross

Campers work on improving their softball game and become better teammates with expert instruction in a fun environment.  Covers the facts and fundamentals of the game and day-to-day plays, including hitting, throwing, fielding, pitching, catching, and base running.

What to Bring:

• Glove and cleats are mandatory—if you have other gear (batting helmet, bat), including specialized position equipment, please bring it!
• Please bring a pair of sneakers for indoor play during inclement weather and for the dining hall
• Water bottle and sunscreen for outdoor play
• Bathing suit and a towel for optional free swim
• Campers may want to bring a change of clothes

Grades: 8-12
Dates: June 27-June 30 (Monday-Thursday)
Cost: $300
Coach: Matt Oney

Learn the WPI Wrestling “Engineering Excellence” and TECHATTACK way!! Through instruction, drill and live wrestling.

What to bring:

• Water bottle
• Wrestling shoes
• Change of clothes for dining hall