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2010 Big League Experience Camps Released
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We are pleased to announce the official release of our 2010 Big League Experience Camps! For three separate weeks in the heart of summer 2010, Ripken Academy will host former Major Leaguers as they share their baseball experience and knowledge with young ballplayers in an exciting, fun and instructional atmosphere.
Big League Experience Camps 2010:
July 11-16
July 18-23
July 25-30
At each Big League Experience Camp, every camper will spend an entire day at an area Major League ballpark: taking a "behind the scenes" tour of the stadium, practicing drills on the field, and attending an MLB game that week! (Note: We cannot guarantee attendance of an MLB game, as conditions we can neither predict nor control can affect the schedules of MLB teams in the area.)
Camp Details
Each camp will be broken down into two divisions: National League (ages 9-12) and American League (ages 13-18). Along with a day at an MLB ballpark, every day of camp will be filled with position-specific training and an afternoon of exciting games on our world-class replica fields.
Campers will get instruction straight from Cal & Bill Ripken, as well as from several other former Major League players. Tim Bishop, former strength and conditioning coach for the Baltimore Orioles, will be on-hand to run campers through a strength and conditioning program. Each camper will choose two key positions in which to specialize, focusing their training to maximize their time at camp.
Each player will receive offensive and defensive video analyses as part of their camp experience using a new web-based service. Overnight activities will include: the National Aquarium in Baltimore, the Maryland Science Center, M&T Bank Stadium (home of the Baltimore Ravens) and more!
Overnight accommodations provided by the beautiful West Nottingham Academy.
Special Offer
All campers who register for a Big League Experience Camp by March 1st will receive a complimentary pair of Under Armour cleats by March 15th - just in time for the upcoming spring season!
Call 888.RIPKEN1 to speak with a sales representative.
Or register online at our Camp Calendar!
2010 IronBirds Minor League Experience Camp
August 1st - August 6th
Occurring in the first week of August, the IronBirds Minor League Experience Camp offers training from current minor league players, including our very own Aberdeen IronBirds' stars. All other instructors are Ripken Baseball certified coaches, with a phenomenal camper to instructor ratio of just 8:1.
This means each camper will get focused instruction in a primary and secondary position of their choice, and campers in the American League division (13-18 years old) will experience an authentic Ripken Combine Day.
Our Combine Day includes evaluations in the 60-yard dash, fielding and throwing from shortstop, fielding and throwing from right field, pitcher velocity, and catcher receiving and throwing to second and third base.
Tim Bishop, former strength and conditioning coach for the Baltimore Orioles, will also be on-hand at camp to offer up his tips and training instruction to campers.
Overnight campers will stay at West Nottingham Academy and enjoy incredible overnight activities, including: flag football at M&T Bank Stadium (home of the Baltimore Ravens), the Maryland Science Center, National Aquarium, Putt Putt Fun Center, and they'll also have the chance to watch their very own instructors playing in an Aberdeen IronBirds game at Ripken Stadium. (Activities are subject to change due to availability.)
Giveaways include:
- Under Armour baseball uniform
- UA tee
- Team photo
- One item autographed by Cal Ripken, Jr.
Register here!
2010 Spring Break Camp
 Train with MLB Stars
This three-day camp will gear any player up for the upcoming season through The Ripken Way of baseball instruction.
Get your competitive edge! Register now for the 2010 Spring Break Camp, April 1st through April 3rd. This wildly popular day camp will take place at both the Ripken Experience in Myrtle Beach, SC and at the Ripken Academy in Aberdeen, MD.
Campers will learn about the fundamentals of hitting, infield, outfield, pitching and throwing and receive game-time instructional analysis.
 Just announced:
World Series Champions, Reggie Sanders and Al Bumbry will join Ripken Instructors for all three days of camp, working as lead instructors. A Myrtle Beach resident, Sanders brings experience from a 17-year MLB career, including three trips to the World Series, as he helps out at The Ripken Experience.
Al Bumbry-who won a World Series beside Cal Ripken, Jr. in 1983-has given instruction at the Ripken Academy in the past, and joins Ripken instructors again for this year's Spring Break Camp in Aberdeen.
Reserve your spot now and improve your game the Ripken Way!
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The Ripken Way™
Ripken Baseball instructional programs combine the wisdom of Cal Ripken, Sr., and his teachings with the 33 years of major league experience accumulated by both Cal Ripken, Jr. and Bill Ripken, creating memorable baseball experiences for youth players and coaches alike.
Keep it Simple
Young baseball players must crawl before they can walk and walk before they can run. Teaching that is too complicated is difficult to remember and can result in frustration.
Make it Fun
Learning doesn't have to be tedious. Drills and instruction are structured so players enjoy themselves while learning.
Games also promote fun and are an important part of Ripken Baseball programs.
Celebrate the Individual
No two players are alike, so why should they be treated as if they are? Each player has his or her own comfort zones, strengths and style.
Individualism is promoted as long as certain fundamental approaches are followed.
Explain Why
"Why" is a young person's favorite question. Young players have an innate need to understand the reason behind the teaching. Lessons that make sense will stick with them.
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