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KISS THE SKY POLE
VAULT CAMPS (AZ)
Who are the coaches?
Greg Hull… coaches 2000 Olympic Champions Nick Hysong and Stacy
Dragila. Coach Hull is a Senior Coach for USA Track & Field Olympic
Development in the pole vault and is considered a Master Coach.
Todd Lehman… directs the Youth, High School, Collegiate, and Masters
vaulters at Kiss the Sky. Coach Lehman is the Regional Director of the
Canyon Region for USA Track & Field Olympic Development in the pole
vault.
Mark Hilliker… serves as co-director of the Kiss the Sky Vault
Camps. Hilliker has coached the jumpers at Westwood High School to numerous
individual state titles.
Jeff Guy… was the 2001 National High School Coach of the Year from
Tempe Corona del Sol High School. He has coached seven State Champions
in Arizona and the current women’s State Record Holder.
Kiss the Sky Vault Camp Staff
Mark Brown, Roy Willits, Jen Croissant,
Robert Tilley, Dason Phelps, April Steiner
Where is camp held?
Camp activities are held at Paradise Valley College located in Phoenix,
on the Southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills. The track and
Fitness Center are located on the Southeast corner of campus.
How do I register?
Mail your completed Registration Form and make all payments to:
Kiss the Sky Camps
1002 East Myrtle Ave Phoenix, AZ 85020
Who can participate?
All male and female athletes age 10 and up are eligible to participate.
This is the perfect environment for athletes who have never vaulted before
to learn the proper technical progressions.
What do I need to bring?
Campers will need a good pair of running shoes, track spikes, sweats,
and water. The camp will have a large selection of poles for those who
can't bring their own, however when possible we recommend that you bring
the poles you will be jumping on at your schools.
Is lunch provided?
Lunches will not be provided. Campers are encouraged to bring a sack lunch,
snacks, and plenty to drink.
Can coaches and parents attend?
Coaches and parents are encouraged to observe any and all sessions at
no cost. High schools may send coaches who have never coached the event
to the club for education.
2003 - 2004 Winter/Spring Camps
Dec. 27th - 28th or Dec. 29th - 30th
Cost: $100.00
Deposit: $50.00 (Due December 20th - NON REFUNDABLE)
Feb. 21st & 22nd
Cost: $100.00
Deposit: $50.00 (Due February 14th - NON REFUNDABLE)
Send Registration and Deposit to:
Kiss the Sky Camps
1002 East Myrtle Avenue
Phoenix, Arizona 85020
A Late Fee of $15.00 will be charged to all campers enrolling after deposits
due Dec. 20th (winter camp) and Feb. 14th (spring camp). Fees include
all instruction, insurance, and manual.
PLEASE MAKE ALL CHECKS OUT TO KISS THE SKY CAMPS.
This is a non-residence camp. All campers from out of town will need to
make their own boarding accommodations.
FREE Coaches Level I Safety Accreditation
Coaches and parents may attend a three hour seminar on pole vault safety
held Saturday Dec. 28th or Monday Dec. 30th from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00
noon. The Canyon Region of the USATF Pole Vault Development sponsors this
FREE program. Coaches will receive a Level I Pole Vault Safety Accreditation
after proving competency in the seminar topics. Topics will include but
not be limited to, FACILITIES, LEARNING PROGRESSION, ACCIDENT INTERVENTION,
GRIP HEIGHT, AND POLE SELECTION.
CALL 602 821-3771 WITH QUESTIONS
Registration Form
Dec. 27-28 Dec. 29-30 Feb. 21-22
Name Male Female
Address
City Zip
Parents’ Names
Home Phone ( )
Emergency Phone ( )
E-mail address
T-Shirt Size: SM MD LG XL
Age Birthday
HS Graduation Date School Name
School Coach
What is your highest vault?
Informed Consent and Release
This form must be completed and submitted with payment before you will
be allowed to participate.
I hereby grant permission for myself / child to attend Kiss the Sky Vault
Camps (KTSVC). I verify that I / my child has had a physical exam in the
past year and is capable to participate in the activities related to pole
vaulting. I agree to indemnify, hold harmless, and defend Greg Hull, Todd
Lehman, KTSVC, USA Track and Field, Paradise Valley College, Maricopa
Community Colleges, their agents, employees and sponsors from any and
all liability for injury to myself and or my child, as well as any damage
caused by myself and or my child. I understand that track and field, and
in particular pole vaulting and many of its related activities and other
activities related to KTSVC are potentially dangerous and could pose risk
of injury. Should medical attention be necessary, I hereby authorize any
physician or trainer selected by club personnel to conduct medical or
surgical procedures. In addition, I hereby grant permission for Kiss the
Sky to use any photographs or videotape of club related activities for
the purpose of advertising or educational materials development.
I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD, AND I AGREE WITH THE INFORMED CONSENT AND
RELEASE OUTLINED AS IT RELATES TO MY SELF/SON/DAUGHTER.
Parent / Guardian signature
Camp Format
Come join us in our quest to become better pole vaulters. Campers go through
testing, learn new drills and training techniques, and have plenty of
jumping on our multiple pits. Athletes learn the progressions and techniques
that 2000 Gold Medallists Nick Hysong and Stacy Dragila use. Whether fine
tuning your skills or learning how to pole vault for the very first time,
this camp will fit your needs.
Winter Camps Schedule
Saturday Dec. 27th and Monday Dec. 29th
8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Check-in @ PVCC Fitness Center
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Coaches Accreditation Seminar
Session 2 PVCC Track Facility
12:00 noon - 1:30 p.m. LUNCH (on your own) 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Session 3 PVCC Track Facility
Sunday Dec. 29th and Tuesday Dec. 30th
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Session 4 PVCC Track Facility
12:00 noon - 1:30 p.m. LUNCH (on your own) 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Session 5 (Check-out) Track Facility
Spring Camp Schedule
Saturday February 21st
8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Check-in @ PVCC Fitness Center
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Coaches Accreditation Seminar
Session 1 PVCC Track Facility
12:00 noon - 1:30 p.m. LUNCH (on your own) 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Session 2 PVCC Track Facility
Sunday February 22nd
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Session 3 PVCC Track Facility
12:00 noon - 1:30 p.m. LUNCH (on your own) 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Session 4 PVCC Track Facility
Philosophy Statement
We are at a time in the history of the Pole Vault where the event is facing
both great opportunity and great scrutiny. With the inclusion of women
to the event, pole vaulting is enjoying a new wave of popularity and exposure.
At the same time, rising costs of equipment and growing concerns for liability
have made administrators and schools nervous.
Our training center and club is part of an effort to help promote vaulting
in a way that allows for safety and success to go hand in hand. By following
our step-by-step methods, all vaulters may progress at their own comfort
level. Emphasis is on learning the basics of the event before tackling
the more advanced concepts.
As in all athletic events, there is no one correct way to achieve success.
Our methodology has been used for years by the Kiss the Sky staff as well
as other successful vault coaches. These methods are proven to properly
and safely develop the young vaulter.
Keep in mind that there are always different approaches to the same idea.
Our methods, with specific consideration to individuality, can serve as
a guide to both athletes and coaches.
It is important as fans and participants of this spectacular event that
we communicate, ask questions, and work together in order to make it safe
and fun for everyone. One of our goals is to give administrators and schools
the confidence that vaulters are learning and training in a safe, exciting
environment. Pole vaulting has a rich and colorful history. Through our
club and others like it, we look for it to have an exciting future.
Kiss the Sky,
Todd Lehman
& Greg Hull
Hotel Information
For campers who are in need of a place to stay the Best Western InnSuites
at 16th Street and Northern Avenue are conveniently close to camp and
has affordable rates. You can reach Best Western InnSuites at (602) 997-6285
for reservations. Please call Todd Lehman (602 821-3771) if you have questions
regarding housing and hotels rooms
2004 Reno Pole Vault Summit
Reno, NV January 9th and 10th 2004
Reno Hilton Hotel $60.00 coaches and athletes
$30.00 parents
Registration forms and information can be downloaded from www.polevaultsummit.com.
2004 Summer Camp
Flagstaff, AZ June 27th - July 2nd
Kinlani Bordertown Dormitories & Flagstaff High School
[email protected]
www.skyathletics.com
602 821-3771
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