The Russell Wilson Passing Academy is coming to DENVER, CO for the first time ever! And they've invited USO Colorado to team up with them and bring 100 military children (ages 8-15) at no cost to them!
Participants in the 1-day camp will get to meet Russell Wilson, learn about the basics of football, and make some awesome new friends.
Register here with the USO, then on June 8th, all registered participants will receive an email from the USO containing information on how to complete the registration for the camp, complete waivers and shirt size requests.
Additional information about the camp can be found at https://www.thepassacademy.com/
This program is open to the children ages 8-15 of any currently serving military service members – active duty, national guard, reservists, and coalition/allied forces are all welcome.
By registering for this event, you agree (on behalf of yourself and any participating minor of whom you are the parent/legal guardian) to the terms and conditions of USO Notice of Filming, Photography, and Recording and the Standards of Conduct for USO Entertainment Events. [https://www.uso.org/recording]
GET READY, cause it's going to be A BLAST!
The Russell Wilson Passing Academy (RWPA) is a football camp for all positions. The purpose of this camp is to help children ages 8-15 develop the fundamental skills of being a great football player through instruction, but our objective is much greater. The RWPA exists to promote the mental and physical development of youth, with the goal of encouraging kids to develop high character and moral standards, a sense of competitiveness and fair play, a respect for authority, service to others, and a love of God, family, and country. In that spirit, the RWPA welcomes inner-city and underprivileged youth to the camp through scholarships, giving them a much-needed and valuable opportunity to learn the game of football and compete.
UNDERSTANDING THE RULES OF THE GAME
Your campers will learn the fundamental lessons and rules of the game. We will show them the proper way to play like a champion through instruction and demonstration, as well as drills and scrimmages. From passing and blocking to running plays and more, our staff will lead campers step-by-step through the football’s fundamentals, helping them acquire winning skills and techniques – and gain a true understanding of the game. Discover the quickest and most exciting way of learning football – you can come along too and watch!
FAQs:
Q: DO I NEED TO BRING MY HELMET, SHOULDER PADS, ETC?
A: No. We ask that campers wear athletic shorts, t-shirt, and either athletic shoes or football cleats (please no baseball metal spikes!). A mouth piece is also always a good idea!
Q: DO I NEED TO BRING A WATER BOTTLE?
A: Water and Gatorade will be available for camp participants throughout the camp day. Scheduled water breaks will occur throughout camp. It is okay for campers to bring their own water bottle if they wish. We will discuss the importance of hydration with all of the campers.
Q: CAN PARENTS WATCH ANY OF THE CAMP SESSIONS?
A: Absolutely. All family members are welcome. As long as they refrain from entering the field of play and stay in the designated viewing areas, they are more than welcome to come watch!
Q: ARE ONLY QBs AND WRs ALLOWED TO ATTEND THE CAMP?
A: Not at all, the RWPA is designed for football players. All positions welcomed!
Q: WHEN SHOULD WE ARRIVE AT CAMP?
A: Please do not arrive more than an half an hour before the start of camp! Check-in will start half an hour before camp starts so please do not arrive before that. USO Colorado will be onsite to check in our campers.
Q: WHO ARE THE COACHES AT THE CAMP?
A: We have a broad spectrum of coaches from local youth football leagues, high schools, as well as other NFL players!
Q: WHAT IS THE RATIO OF CAMPERS TO COACHES?
A: We maintain at least a 10:1 ratio!
Q: ARE SOCCER CLEATS OK?
A: Of course! It does not matter the type of cleat, as long as it is NOT metal baseball cleats.
Q: WILL EVERY CAMPER RECEIVE AN RWPA T-SHIRT?
A: Yes. Each camper receives an official RWPA camp T-shirt for signing up!
Q: WILL LUNCH BE PROVIDED?
A: Yes. Each camper receives a meal at the end of the day!
TYPICAL CAMP SCHEDULE
8:30 - 9:00 AM — Check-In/Individual Warm-Ups/Throw Around
9:00 - 9:20 AM — Introductions
9:20 - 9:35 AM — Dynamic Warm-Ups
9:35 - 11:35 AM — Instruction/Stations/Drills
11:35 AM - 12:00 PM — Competitions
12:00 - 12:40 PM — Final Competitions/Question and Answer Session
12:40 - 1:00 PM — Closing Day Remarks
1:00 PM — Lunch