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T AY L O R
U N I V E R S I T Y
2 0 0 5
POLE VAULT CAMP
C A M P F E AT U R E S
Accomplished Instructors
Learn the training and instructional knowledge
that our camp instructors have used to develop
some of the best high school vaulters in the
country. Their 2005 accomplishments include
6 nationally ranked high school vaulters.
Facilities
The camp will utilize the new Kesler Activity
Center which is home to Taylor University’s
men and women’s track team. The facility is
excellent and contains a 200 meter mondo
surface with two pole vaulting pits.
Two-Day Format
Girls
• Day Camp – December 29
• Competition – December 31
Boys
• Day Camp – December 30
• Competition – December 31
Video Analysis
The camp will use video to analyze pole vaulting
technique frame-by-frame & slow motion. Each
camper and coach will receive a CD featuring
technical analysis and drills for vaulters.
D AT E S
12/29 – Girls
12/30 – Boys
12/31 – Boys & Girls Competition
ELIGIBILITY
• Boys & Girls (12 – 18)
• All High School Coaches
• Parents
Training Notebook
Each camper & coach will receive a training and
developmental guide/notebook. Topics include:
• Teaching and learning each vault phase
• Drills for improving every vaulter
• Workout plans
• Competition schedule
• Internet sites
CAMP INSTRUCTORS
BOB SHANK
Ft. Wayne Northrop, Head Coach
Bob is entering his 9th season as
head coach of the Northrop Bruins
Men’s Track program. He specializes
in the pole vault, high jump, long jump and
throws. He is a former Indiana State Champion
and State Record Holder at 16’6". At the college
level he was a Big Ten Champion and AllAmerican at the University of Illinois with a
personal best jump of 18’1/2". Coaching the
Pole Vault at the high school level he produced
4 National Champions, 2 National Runner-Ups,
13 All-Americans, 7- 16 foot boy vaulters, 2- 13
foot girl vaulters, 5 state champions, 2 state
runner-ups, and 13 All-State performers.
BRIAN KIMBALL
Ft. Wayne Carroll, Vault Coach
A former Indiana State Pole Vault
Champion and record holder at
16’ 1". In 1975 and 1976 he was
ranked the #1 high school vaulter in the country,
with a best jump of 16’4". At Indiana University
he was a two-time NCAA All American and Big
Ten Champion and record holder. His personal
best at Indiana University was 17’7". He is
entering his 3rd season as the girls pole vault
coach for Carroll High School. He has quickly
developed the girls vault program into producing
a state and national level competitor, including
the state’s third best girl’s vaulter at 12’1/2",
USATF National Youth Runner-Up and 15th
place finish at the Nike Outdoor Nationals.
T AY L O R
U N I V E R S I T Y
2 0 0 5
POLE VAULT CAMP
CAMP SCHEDULE
GIRLS
Dec. 29
Dec. 31
Check-in
8:00
12:30
Session
8:30 – 4:30
2:00 – 4:00
Pick-up
4:30 – 5:45
4:00 – 5:00
C A M P R E G I S T R AT I O N
EMERGENCY MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION
Name _______________________________________ Age _______
I am aware of the risks, hazards and inherent dangers that may
arise due to my child’s participation in the Pole Vault Camp
being held at Taylor University (collectively referred to as
“UNIVERSITY”) on the following dates: December 29, 30, 31.
Graduation Year ________ Pole Vault Personal Best _________
High School _______________ Coach _______________________
BOYS
Dec. 30
Dec. 31
8:00
12:30
8:30 – 4:30
2:00 – 4:00
4:30 – 5:45
4:00 – 5:00
Parent/Guardian _________________________________________
Address __________________________________________________
NOTE: Check-in each day at the Kesler ActivityCenter,
Taylor University’s indoor track & field complex.
City _______________________________________ Zip _________
COST
Home Phone ( _____ )___________ Mobile ( _____ )____________
Price includes camp t-shirt, lunch, training video,
vaulter/coach training notebook, instructional day
camp, and competition day.
• Coaches – $75
• Athletes – $150
NOTE: See Two-Day Format. Competition day is
optional, but encouraged.
POLES & EQUIPMENT
Athletes should bring their own running shoes, spikes,
helmets, tape and poles. An extensive line of poles in
most sizes and lengths are available for the campers to
use but often times athletes are more comfortable on
their own equipment. Athletes may be asked to share
poles with other campers. All participants are
encouraged to bring a pencil.
E-mail ___________________________________________________
Emergency Contact _______________________________________
Emergency Phone ( _____ )_________________________________
T-Shirt Size: (please circle)
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Return Registration, Medical Authorization
and Payment by December 26 to:
Taylor University
c/o Ted Bowers, Track Coach
236 West Reade Avenue
Upland, IN 46989
For more information please contact: Ted Bowers
Phone: 1-765-998-4958
E-mail: [email protected]
In consideration for being allowed to participate in said
activity, I hereby release, waive and discharge UNIVERSITY, its
instructors, agents and employees from every claim, liability or
demand of any kind sustained. This release shall be binding
upon any heirs, administrators, executors and assigns of mine.
I further agree to indemnify the UNIVERSITY from any loss,
liability, damage or cost it may incur due to my participation
in said activity.
In the event of illness or injury resulting or arising directly or
indirectly out of said activity, I hereby give my consent and
authorization for (1) the administration of emergency first aid
care and treatment at the scene of an emergency by faculty,
staff members or volunteers of UNIVERSITY or (2) the
administration of any treatment deemed necessary by a
licensed physician or dentist and (3) the transfer to any
hospital reasonably accessible. This authorization is not
intended to cover major surgery unless the medical opinions
of two (2) licensed physicians or dentists, concurring in the
necessity for such surgery, are obtained prior to the
performance of such surgery.
I further declare and warrant that I am covered by sufficient
medical and dental insurance and that such insurance will
remain in effect during my child’s participation in said
activity.
_________________________________________________________
Signature of Parent
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Date