Champions aren’t born—they’re built through discipline and hard work!

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know what to bring to camp and what to expect at camp?

A camp newsletter will be emailed out in early spring as well as posted to the website!

What is the camper/staff ratio?

Teen camps= 10:1

Youth camps= 6:1

Do the Future Champions campers have the same camp schedule as the older campers?

Yes

Do Super Gold campers have the same instruction the second week of camp that they received the first week of camp?

No, the second week of camp consists of continued instruction. Instruction becomes extra personalized during the second week.

How are campers supervised?

Each resident camper will be assigned a roll call/bed check counselor. He/she will make sure your wrestler is in bed at curfew and awake each morning for the first session. We have lots of staff on site and have a strict no leaving the premises policy as well as not being out of assigned hotel room past curfew.

What time is curfew?

Resident campers are not allowed to be out of their rooms past 10 p.m.

Do you offer discounts for teams?

Yes.
Groups of 4 wrestlers = $25 discount/wrestler
Groups of 8 wrestlers = $50 discount/wrestler
Groups of 12 wrestlers = $50 discount/wrestler and a coach or parent can attend free (housed with another coach) along with an "all you can eat" meal package.

What are the dates for team camps?

July 13-18 or July 20-25; however, we do offer shorter/longer options.

Where is your girls camp located?

Our girls camp is located at the Blair County Convention Center, the same location as the boys. 

Where do the girls stay while at camp?

We house our female campers at a different hotel than our male campers. They have female camp counselors supervising them. We provide transportation from the hotel to the Blair County Convention Center at no additional cost.

Where do the girls eat their meals?

Breakfast will be eaten at the girl's hotel, while lunch and dinner will be eaten at the Blair County Convention Center.

How many days can my child stay at camp?

We offer 4 day, 6 day, 8 day, and 15 day options for our teen campers.

We offer 4 day, 6 day, and 8 day camps for youth campers.

**Parents are required to attend the 4 day Future Champions camp for children aged 6-9. 

What is included in the cost of camp?

High-quality wrestling instruction is included as well as all meals for all wrestlers. Those who enroll as residents (not staying with parents) have their hotel included with the price.

Commuters who are staying with parents in other accommodations or who live nearby will be responsible for arranging their transportation to camp. Meals for parents are not included in the price of camp. We offer discounted hotel rates for parents as well as parent meal plans.

What if I cannot afford the total cost of camp right now?

You can email Beth@kenchertow.com to make payment plan arrangements. She will help get your son or daughter enrolled once a deposit is paid.

Do you provide transportation to and from local airports or bus stations?

Yes, we provide transportation to/from State College Airport.

The cost for transportation out of State College is $50/person per trip. Fees must be paid in full before time of service.

Do you have medical personnel on staff?

Yes, we hire a camp nurse for the duration of camp. They are always highly trained. 

How do I make transportation arrangements?

Transportation arrangements can be made by contacting Beth@kenchertow.com. '

She will need name of the wrestler, the wrestler's cell phone # (to be given to the shuttle driver for pick-up arrangements) as well as the flight itinerary. If flights change, please update her.

When is check-in for camp?

Check in dates are either July 13th or July 20th, depending on the camp you select.

Check-in will be at the Blair County Convention Center from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. First session of camp begins promptly at 3 p.m.

When is check-out?

Camps ending on July 27th end at 11:00 a.m. All other camps end at 11:30 a.m.

What if I want to take my child out for dinner during camp?

If your son/daughter is a commuter, you do not need to let us know; however, if your son/daughter is a resident camper, you will need to sign him/her out at the camp store.

Champions are made when no one is watching. Train hard, stay focused, and the results will follow.

Head coach Ken Chertow wearing his Team USA Wrestling jacket. Ken Chertow Olympian & Founder of the Gold Medal Training Camps
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