The UFA and WUL are excited to introduce a new overnight camp offering taking place at Camp Casey on Whidbey Island from August 11-17, 2024! This camp is for advanced high school juniors and seniors as well as rising college freshman and it aims to provide quality instruction and prepare participants for a future in professional ultimate. It will be run as a separate division of the Seattle Ultimate camp which will be taking place concurrently for grades 6-10. Registration is now open at the link here!
Please review the details below and feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns (matt.smith@watchufa.com).
What: Professional Ultimate Academy presented by UFA and WUL
When: August 11-17, 2024. Out-of-state players should plan on arriving to SEATAC airport by 4pm on Sunday, August 11th.
Who: The top UFA and WUL player-coaches will take the lead on the most modern training techniques to prepare campers for the professional ultimate platforms.
Where: Camp Casey on Whidbey Island.
Why: We want to create a collaborative camp experience for advanced high school juniors, seniors, and rising college freshman that prepares them for a future in professional ultimate
Cost: $1,100
FAQs
What makes the professional academies different from any other ultimate camp?
- Best professional player-coaches in the country as leads
- Access to other professional players via Zoom
- Emphasis on professional approach to ultimate
- Measurables
- Introduction to strength training
- Film study + discussions
- DEI discussions with a focus on the professional experience and how it positively/negatively impacts equitable outcomes for players
- Educate campers on various operational roles within professional ultimate network
- Filmed games + exposure on UFA social networks (YouTube; Instagram)
My child is a rising sophomore but really wants to attend the professional portion of this camp, what are my options?
Option A: Your child can attend the Professional Ultimate Academy in Grand Rapids, MI on July 14-19th which is open to participants ages 15-18.
Option B: Your child can sign up to attend the Seattle Ultimate portion of the camp. While the curriculum will be different your child will still get a quality week-long camp experience.
What skill level does my child need to be to attend?
While there is no hard and fast rule we recommend your child have played at least two years of organized ultimate and is roughly a “YCC” level player. If you have further questions or concerns on whether this is the right fit for your child please contact camp director Matt Smith (matt.smith@watchufa.com)
How do I get my child to Whidbey Island?
It’s a 3-hr drive from Seattle which includes a ferry ride in the middle. Local participants will be expected to drive, out-of-state participants should plan on arriving at SEA-TAC airport by 4pm on Sunday, August 11th and they will be transported via passenger van. They will be returned to SEA-TAC airport by 1pm on Saturday, August 17th.
Will gameplay be mixed or single gender?
We will incorporate both types of play throughout the camp as we believe both are important for skill development. Hopefully, we will have at least 15-20 FMP and MMPs each so we have the option of scrimmaging separately as well.
Who will be coaching the program?
Specific coaches will be announced in early 2024 but they will be strong professional players who have also demonstrated a history of working with youth in their local communities.
What should I bring?
Recommended packing list here.
What will we eat?
Enjoy homemade buffet-style meals served at the Mess Hall by the Camp Casey dining services: breakfast, lunch, dinner. View photos here.
Where will campers stay?
Camp Casey is a retired military base with an impressive row of bunk rooms. We'll be in dorm-style housing, with 1-2 campers in each room and bathrooms on each floor. View photos here.
Is financial aid available?
Yes, please reach out to the camp directors Matt Smith (matt.smith@watchufa.com) and Xtehn Titcomb Frame (xtehn@seattlecascades.com).
