bennett running camp

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we have added a FAQ section up above (under the bennett running camp banner).  if you have a questions, chances are someone else has already asked it.

also, under the banner, you will see a "2010 registration link"  if you click that, you will notice there are 2 additional forms that we need before you can come to camp.  (parental release form and medical release form).  the central jersey bus info is also in that section.

camp is just around the corner and we can't wait!  see you soon!

coming and going

you should plan to arrive at camp cayuga between 2:30 and 3:30 on august 19.
you should plan to leave camp after lunch, between 12:00 and 1:00 on august 24.

don't miss the bus

we will have one bus leaving from lincroft, nj and another bus leaving from jersey city. the jersey city bus info will be available in the next few days.
click here for central jersey bus application

click here for north nj bus application
spaces are limited, so don't delay!

now accepting 2010 registrations!

Hooray!  Registration Forms are now available.  Last year's camp was such a hit that we expect a lot more campers this year!  Space is limited, so don't wait until the last minute.

Click here for the 2010 registration forms. They are in PDF format, so you will need adobe reader on your computer.

Please fill out BOTH sides of registration form and either fax it to 866.532.9040 or send it to bennett running, 147 michael dr, red bank, nj 07701.

a nonrefundable $100 deposit is due with your application. you may either pay online (see the link over on the right side of this page), or you may send a check made out to bennett running with your application.  Full payment is due by August 1, 2010.

**registration of confirmation will be sent via email, so please make sure you include your email address**

2010 Tuition

Tuition for 2010 is $475.  In addition to the running knowledge you'll gain, this fee includes 3 all-you-can-eat meals per day, board, usage of facilities, a Bennett Camp t-shirt,  a water bottle, and a bag of running related goodies. And there's more but we can't give away all of our surprises, can we?

$100 non-refundable deposit is due with application.  Full balance is due by August 1, 2010. 

Payment can be made online (see the buttons on the right side of this blog) or by sending a check made out to Bennett Running to 147 Michael Dr, Red Bank, NJ 07701. 

Having teammates pays off :: if you bring 6 of your teammates for a total of 7 runners of the same gender from the same school, you will each receive a $25 discount.  Payment should be made in full, and after August 1, 2010 refund checks will be sent to those qualifying for the team discount.

Having teammates pays off :: if you bring 6 of your teammates for a total of 7 runners of the same gender from the same school, you will each receive a $25 discount.  Payment should be made in full, and after August 1, 2010 refund checks will be sent to those qualifying for the team discount.

what to bring?

so what do you need to bring to camp besides a love for running?
here goes:

• linens (twin sheets, pillow, pillow case, blanket, towels)
• running clothes and shoes (bring an extra pair of shoes if you have them--we run twice a day)
• flip flops for shower
• casual clothes, swim suit
• personal items (soap, toothbrush,)
• alarm clock
• dry snacks, sports drinks,
• optional - small fan - no A/C in cabins
• sweatshirt and pants (it can get chilly at night)
• flashlight
• allergy medicine or epi-pen if needed
• sunglasses,hat
• little extra cash for t-shirt, etc.
• running log to keep track of your training
• sunscreen, insect repellant

leave the bling at home.

what we do all day

so you want to know what we do all day at bennett running camp?
here is the bare bones schedule:

7:00		rise and shine
7:15		run
9:00		breakfast
10:00		presentation
11:00		free time, swimming, games
12:30		lunch
1:30		video analysis or free time
4:00		presentation
4:30		second run or pool running
6:30		dinner
7:30		camp tournament games
10:30		in cabins
11:15		lights out

Training at Bennett Camp

We've had a few questions regarding the levels of training at Bennett Camp. So, I'll address what I can here. Any questions you may still have after reading this please do not hesitate to contact us directly or through the site.
We have a number of groups, for boys and girls, each morning and afternoon run based on current level of fitness. 

We also have a pool for workouts if need be. Pool running can be a great complement to your Summer running when done correctly. The proper form is essential. You must also view it with the same focus and intensity you would any other hard workout you would normally run. Many campers hit the water rather than the trails for their second run at camp. Mr. Heath runs the pool workouts so beware!  

Various levels of pace are discussed prior to each run for the different groups. Since many athletes are at different stages of their career, it's important to know your fitness as well as what your goals are for the week.  

Remember, staying healthy is the key. Fast runners are healthy runners. 

Be in touch with your coach. Let him or her know that you plan on spending 5 glorious days in the Pennsylvania mountains. You'll enter a lump of coal and leave a diamond. Or at least a faster and more knowledgeable lump of coal. Which is still a an improvement.

You will not get in shape in 5 days no matter how great we are. And believe me, we are great. Train intelligently and consistently over the next few months. We will be in touch with all you Bennett Campers regarding your progress later this Summer. Good luck and get running!

Meet Some Staff

Chris Bennett was NJ State Champion in the 800m and XC. He was 1st Team All State in XC in ’93. At CBA, Bennett was a part of 4 nationally ranked XC teams and the anchor leg of the runner up DMR at the National Championships. He was also the anchor leg on the All American 4x800 Relay team in 1994. An 8 time Monmouth County, 4 time Shore Conference champion, Bennett attended UNC where he captained the Tar Heels’ XC and Track teams. His 1500m time from ’98 has not been bested by a UNC athlete since. He ran 5 years for the Olympic Development Nike Farm Team running 3:43 for 1500m. Chris teaches and coaches at CBA.

Tammie Bennett was a 2 time NC State Champion in XC. She has held NC age group records for the 5k and 10k distance for over 20 years. While on the University of North Carolina XC and Track teams she earned All-ACC honors in the 3000m, 5000m and 10,000m runs. She later competed for the Olympic Development Nike Farm Team based at Stanford University in Palo Alto, CA.  Tammie has a 5k PR of 16:50.

Tom Heath is in his 39th year as coach of the nationally ranked Christian Brothers Cross Country and Track teams. His XC dual meet record is 328-7 including a streak of 297 consecutive dual wins (a national record). He has coached teams to 269 Varsity XC Invitational wins, 15 NJ All Group Titles in XC, 2 Penn Relay Championship Of America Distance Medleys, and 2 Fifth Avenue Mile winners. Heath is the most successful XC and Track coach in NJ history. 

John Nagel coaches at St. Dominic Academy. He has coached his teams to 36 Hudson County Titles (XC & Track), 72 Jersey City Team Titles (XC & Track), and 70 HCIAA Team Titles (XC & Track). Coach Nagel has been with this camp for over 20 years!

Sean McCafferty was NJ State Champion in Track and Cross Country, He competed for Princeton University. Sean teaches and coches at Holmdel High School and has been named Monmouth County Coach of the Year. This past Fall one of his athletes, George Galasso,  qualified for and competed at the 2008 Foot Locker National Championships.

Melanie Bauman coaches XC and track & field at Red Bank Catholic High School.  Highlights from her first year as a coach at RBC include County and Shore Conference team titles.  She was a member of RBC’s XC State Championship team in ‘96 when the team captured their third straight MOC title and were honored with All-American status.  Melanie previously coached at Ridge View High School in Columbia, SC for five years.  In that time period, she coached the two time 800m state champion and an All-American 400m relay team. She is also a USAT&F certified Level I coach and looks to complete Level II this summer. 

camp dates

bennett running camp starts on august 19, 2010 and ends on august 24, 2010. be there.