Who
High School Athletes
(Rising 5th – 12th Graders)
When
Session 1: July 11 – 16, 2020
Session 2: July 17 – 22, 2020
(For 2020, each session is limited to 60 campers)
Where
290 Kings Highway
Burnsville, NC 28714
Why
Sample Daily Schedule
7:00 AM – Easy Run (optional)
8:00 AM – Breakfast
9:00 AM – Warm Ups
10:00 AM – Free Time
11:30 AM – Lunch
12:30 PM – Depart for Run
4:30 PM – Free Time
6:00 PM – Dinner
7:30 PM – Games / Speaker
10:00 PM – Free Time
10:30 PM – Lights Out
About the Camp
The Without Limits Youth Cross Country Camp is open to anyone wanting to learn how to properly train for a lifetime of solid competitive running. Our camp is designed to encourage athletes through positive reinforcement, in picturesque settings, with a goal to make life-long runners.
In wake of the pandemic, the 2020 Without Limits Youth Cross Country Camp has been broken into two sessions. Each session will be limited to 60 campers. Session 1 is July 11 – July 16. Session 2 is July 17 – July 22.
We have two programs that run side by side:
HIGH SCHOOL: Since 2014 our High School Program has had top performers and teams from across the southeast. The camp is oriented for teams and individuals looking to maximize their talents as distance runners, learning from some of the top coaches in our region.
MIDDLE SCHOOL: Our Middle School program has much of the same instruction and goal acquisition, but the training and activities are tailored for our less experienced distance athletes. Eighth graders with distance running experience are frequently moved into, and excel, groupings with older runners.
We’re returning to our roots! Due to changes because of the pandemic, camp is moving back to our original location at High Pastures Retreat. We love this location but grew out of it a few years ago. We’re excited to return to Burnsville, North Carolina.
Each camp session can accommodate 60 campers. So don’t wait to register!
High Pastures is a retreat center nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina. Many of our camp activities will take place right on the grounds of the retreat center. This mountain hideaway is the perfect place for campers to escape to cooler weather, focus on running fundamentals, make new friends, and enjoy many fun summer camp activities.
Who Can Attend
Without Limits Youth XC Camp is open to any runners entering 5th Grade through 12th Grade. Our coaching staff is accustomed to working with kids in this age range through our Without Limits Youth Summer Running Program. The program focuses on the fundamentals of running and training in an environment that promotes goal acquisition through teamwork and engaged preparation. In other words, we make training fun and encourage athletes to push themselves to become better runners.Many of our campers will be competitive high school and middle school students, however one doesn’t have to be a varsity superstar to attend camp. Our coaches will facilitate a variety of workouts for skill levels from kids who are new to running – to emerging college athletes. We think having the younger runners learn directly from the older runners and coaches reinforces the tenants of our program.
So while you don’t have to be a fast runner, it is still a running camp!
*** ALL of our campers are expected, before they leave to go to camp, to be able to run either 5 miles or 1 hour without stopping ***
In the spirit of inclusion the WithoutLimits Youth Cross Country Camp has a certain amount of money set aside for partial and full scholarships for athletes based on need and merit. These scholarships are provided by the generous contributions from corporations and private individuals. If you are interested in making a kids summer the best experience ever, or if you’d like to nominate an athlete for a scholarship please click below.
2020 Scholarships Provided By:
In memory of
Sam Allen
What's Included
• Five nights lodging
• Transportation to/from Wilmington, Durham, or Charlotte
• Nourishing meals, snacks and hydration
• Camp T-Shirt & Hydration Bottle
• Training layout, coaching and activities
• Timed end of camp 3K race (posted on Milesplit)
Campers will need to provide their own spending money for any extras. We will make lunch stops on the way to camp and on the way back, and also a mid-week stop at the grocery store.
Campers who are dropped off/picked up at camp:
Check in is at 3:30pm and pickup is at 8:30am.
What to Bring
Be sure to come prepared!Yes, we know: short shorts make you faster! But believe it or not, you will need some warm clothes in July. Daytime high temperatures in the mountains average in the mid-70’s with overnight low temperates in the lower 50s.
Bring plenty of running clothes, but also a variety other clothes for our non-running daily activities. Below you can find our camp packing list, so be sure to bring everything as we won’t have time to get any forgotten items once we get to Camp!
Colin Hackman
Colin has been in and around youth running in eastern North Carolina since 1993. He currently serves as the Director of the Without Limits Youth Running Program and is also a meteorologist for WECT!
Aaron Kolk
Without Limits Youth Head Coach
Aaron serves as the head coach for the NCISAA State Champion Coastal Christian High School Track, and Cross Country Team. He was a NCAA D1 runner at UNCW and Liberty University. His high school teams are are consistently rated among the top of class in North Carolina. His personal best in the 5K is 14:58.
Tom Clifford
Always interested in teaching people how to be fit and work hard, Tom started as a personal trainer in a small, local gym. As a competitive athlete in college and beyond, he knew how important group training was for motivation. Tom ran for Eastern Michigan University with PRs of 14:39 (5k) & 2:29:32 (26.2)
Josh Adams
Peyton Chitty
Assistant Coach & Counselor at Ashley H.S.
Chris Cornwell
Mountain Man
Emily Cornwell
Former Athlete at New Hanover H.S.
Hugh Crews
Diana Davis, RD LDN CDE
Without Limits Athelete
Josh Estep
Michelle Fogle
Will Fowler
NCAA Athlete at Lynchburg College
Michelle Hackman
Without Limits Athlete
Leslie Lewis
Kaitlyn Ley
Communications Manager at Go Time
Duncan Murrell
Marsha Obremski
Teacher at Topsail Elementary
Brittany Perkins
Marathon Qualifier for 2020 U.S. Olympic Trails
Bridget Phillips
Without Limits Athlete
Rob Reynolds
Business Development Manager at Go Time
Without Limits Athlete
Allison Shofe
Without Limits Athlete
Clint Tuberville
NCAA Athlete at Lynchburg College
Leah Ward
NCAA Athlete at Lees-McRae
Fun Coaches.
Amazing Views.
Great Friendships.
Awesome Memories.
REGISTRATION & PRICING
STEP ONE: Register & Pay
Camp Registrations will NOT BE ACCEPTED after JULY 1ST!
Price includes round trip transportation, lodging, meals, & daily excursions.
PAY IN FULL:
Through May 31 = $645
June 1 through June 13 = $710
June 14 through July 1 = $775
DEPOSIT OPTION: Pay $100 now to secure spot, $610 due by June 24th.
(This option will NOT be available after May 31st)
DISCOUNTS: Available for teams, coaches, siblings & chaperones!
Contact michelle@its-go-time.com for details.
SESSION 1: Saturday, July 11 – Thursday, July 16
SESSION 2: Friday, July 17 – Wednesday, July 22
Only 60 spots are available for each camp session.
STEP TWO: Complete Consent Forms
Parent or Guardian must print & sign TWO consent forms.
Scan & email BOTH FORMS to michelle@its-go-time.com
Forms MUST be received by JULY 1st for your child to attend camp.
FAQ & GUIDELINES
Waiver: The Registration Agreement & Liability Waiver is linked to the Online Registration. This must be selected and approved during registration.
Weather: This trip is rain or shine. Activities will be postponed, rescheduled or cancelled if a severe weather warning is in effect.
Refunds: There are no refunds. Registration fees cover the costs of camp that are based on the number of campers.