Sport-Based Youth Camp
The Purpose of our Youth Leadership Camps
The purpose of our youth leadership camp is to empower youth through sport-based experiences that develop leadership, character, and resilience through traditional sports and games (TSG). By combining physical activity, teamwork, and intentional mentorship, we create a safe and inspiring environment where young people build confidence, learn responsibility, strengthen social bonds, and discover their potential to lead with integrity—on the field and in life.
Camp Activities
Traditional Archery-
Traditional Wrestling
Horseback Riding - Camp Fire-
- BBQ/Healthy Meals -
Fun Games - Running in Nature - Hiking
Motivational Lecture
Special Guest Speaker
Activities
Through our Traditional Wrestling Program at our training facility, participants will explore diverse wrestling styles from around the world, developing strength, discipline, and respect while learning techniques rooted in centuries of tradition.
Archery and Horseback Riding Programs cultivate balance, coordination, and focus — fostering a deep connection between athlete and horse, a bond central to many traditional cultures.
At Champions Sport Academy, we are committed to creating a welcoming space where athletes of all ages can embrace the values, skills, and spirit of traditional sports. We aim to nurture confidence, character, and community in a safe and inspiring environment.
Camp Calander
Camp 1:
TR-US Youth Sport Club Leadership Camp - March 27-29, 2026
Camp 2:
Turkish Family Camp - May 16-17
Camp 3:
Dagestani-Style Sports Camp-May 22-24
Camp 4:
Sports-Based Turkish Youth Leadership Camp - June 25-28
Camp 5:
"Champions on the Farm" Wrestling Summer Camp -July 8- 12
Degistani-Style Sports Camps on the Farm
Wrestling
Traditional Archery
Wrestling
A grappling-based combat sport focused on controlling an opponent using takedowns, pressure, positioning, and balance. Athletes develop strength, endurance, and mental toughness through constant physical engagement.
Practices include:
- Takedown drills (single-leg, double-leg, body lock finishes)
- Chain wrestling and continuous attack sequences
- Live situational sparring (starting from bad positions)
- Grip fighting and hand control battles
- Mat returns, top pressure, and ride control
- High-intensity conditioning circuits (partner carries, sprawls, wall work)
MMA
Traditional Archery
Wrestling
A full-contact sport that combines striking (punches, kicks) and grappling (wrestling, submissions). Training includes technique, conditioning, and controlled sparring to build well-rounded fighters.
Practices include:
- Striking fundamentals (jab, cross, kicks, defensive movement)
- Clinch work (dirty boxing, control against the wall)
- Takedown entries into ground control
- Ground-and-pound positioning and escapes
- Controlled sparring rounds (technical + situational)
- Reaction drills and fight IQ development
Traditional Archery
Traditional Archery
Traditional Archery
A precision sport where athletes use a bow to shoot arrows at a target. It emphasizes concentration, patience, breathing control, and discipline under pressure.
Practices include:
- Proper stance, grip, and bow alignment
- Breathing control and shot timing
- Target shooting at varying distances
- Repetition drills for consistency and accuracy
- Focus training under fatigue (after workouts)
- Mental discipline and visualization technique
Horseback Riding
Traditional Archery
A discipline that teaches athletes how to ride and control a horse. It builds balance, coordination, confidence, and focus while developing a strong connection between rider and animal.
Practices include:
- Mounting and basic riding posture
- Rein control and directional commands
- Walking and light trotting drills
- Balance training without relying on reins
- Confidence-building exercises with the horse
- Understanding rhythm, timing, and control
Cross Country Running/ Hiking
Long-distance running over natural terrain such as trails, hills, and uneven ground. It develops cardiovascular endurance, mental resilience, and overall conditioning.
Practices include:
- Long-distance steady runs
- Hill sprints and incline intervals
- Trail running on uneven terrain
- Group pacing and competitive runs
- Timed endurance challenges
- Breathing rhythm and energy management training
Mainset and Leadership Sessions
These sessions are designed to build mental toughness, discipline, and leadership under pressure—the qualities that separate average athletes from true competitors.
In an outdoor, team-based environment, athletes are challenged not just physically, but mentally. They learn how to stay focused, make decisions under fatigue, and lead others through adversity
Practical Activities Include:
- Team-based challenges and problem-solving tasks
- Leadership roles assigned during training and daily routines
- Group discussions and reflection sessions
- Scenario-based exercises (handling pressure, conflict, fatigue)
- Goal-setting and personal accountability check-ins
- Outdoor survival-style tasks that require teamwork and strategy
Pictures from our Traditional Sports Training Facility
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