TRAINING CAMPS
The Region 5 Performance & Development Camp Series is built on a simple idea:
Great coaches make great athletes—and great coaches grow by learning from one another.
Region 5 is fortunate to have an incredible community of experienced, passionate coaches.
These camps are designed to bring that knowledge together and to set the Region 5 standard by creating opportunities to share ideas, strengthen mentoring relationships, and build a stronger coaching community throughout our region.
Our Goal
Our goal is to create opportunities for outstanding coaches to collaborate, learn from one another, and work toward a common mission.
Our Mission
Helping every Region 5 athlete reach their full potential through exceptional coaching and positive experiences
Building Community
One of our primary goals is strengthening the relationships within Region 5.
Throughout the weekend, coaches will have opportunities to:
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Build relationships with coaches from across the region
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Develop mentoring connections
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Exchange ideas and best practices
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Learn from one another's experiences
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Build a network of colleagues who support one another throughout the season.
Weekend Format
Each camp includes:
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Two full days of athlete training
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Coaches rotate with your athletes to learn from clinicians
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Saturday evening coaches social
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Saturday evening athletes event
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Sunday morning coaches roundtable
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Two post-camp Zoom Roundtables with camp staff and attending coaches to continue learning, collaboration, and discussion after the weekend ends
Learning and connections continue beyond the weekend
What makes these camps Different
These camps are designed for both athletes and coaches.
Athletes receive high-quality technical instruction while coaches actively participate throughout the weekend, working alongside clinicians and exchanging ideas with colleagues from across Region 5.
Camp staff will share:
• Skill progressions
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Event-specific coaching strategies
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Technical corrections • Long-term athlete development
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Drills and stations
strategies
Coach Participation
These are not drop off camps.
Each club is required to have an attending coach actively participating with its athletes throughout the weekend.
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One coach may attend for 1-8 athletes
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Clubs bringing 9-16 athletes must bring two attending coaches
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Initial registration is limited to 16 athletes per club
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Clubs are welcome to bring fewer than 8 athletes
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If space allows, additional athletes and/or coaches may be accepted after registration, but this cannot be guaranteed
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Additional coaches beyond the required ratio may be subject to an additional registration fee
Learning together creates a lasting
One of our goals is to recognize and showcase the tremendous coaching talent that already exists within Region 5. Each event will be led by carefully selected Region 5 clinicians who have demonstrated excellence in their event area and a passion for teaching. These coaches will be hired to lead event instruction while working alongside attending coaches to share ideas, discuss progressions, and foster collaboration throughout the weekend.
As opportunities arise, Region 5 may also hire National Team staff and other highly respected coaches from across the country to complement our clinician team and provide additional expertise.
It's about connection, conversations, and collaboration
Athletes may only be registered through the USA Gymnastics reservation system by their coach or club administrator.
Coaches must accompany their athletes at the camps.
Region 5 Camps
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Foundations Camp
Designed to build exceptional basics that create long-term success. Athletes and coaches will focus on body shaping, strength, flexibility, technical fundamentals, and proper skill progressions that prepare gymnasts for optional gymnastics. Eligibility: All TOPS athletes and athletes who competed Levels 4 or 5 during the previous season. Coaches of compulsory and developmental athletes are encouraged to attend.
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Skill Builder Camp
Bridges the gap between compulsory and upper optional gymnastics by teaching advanced skills through sound technique and intentional progressions. Athletes and coaches will learn how to develop optional skills that transfer successfully to Levels 9 and 10 while avoiding common technical errors. Eligibility: Athletes who competed Levels 6–8 during the previous season. Coaches of developmental optional athletes are encouraged to attend.
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Precision Camp
Designed for upper optional athletes looking to maximize scoring potential through superior execution, artistry, routine composition, and consistency. Coaches will learn strategies to reduce deductions, improve routine construction, and prepare athletes to perform at their highest level when it matters most. Eligibility: Athletes who competed Level 9 or Level 10 during the previous season. Coaches of high-level optional athletes are encouraged to attend.
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Dream Team Camp
Brings together Region 5's highest-achieving athletes to prepare for national-level success while strengthening the Region 5 culture of excellence. The weekend emphasizes advanced technical refinement, leadership, accountability, championship habits, and team identity. Eligibility: Junior & Senior Elite athletes, 2026 Development National Qualifiers, 2026 All-Star Qualifiers, and 2026 Eastern National All-Around Medalists (Top 7). Invitation is limited to athletes meeting these qualifications.