SUMMER 2020 - Concordia Academy · 2020. 1. 24. · punting, kicking, and long-snapping), position...

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Every year, hundreds of students in elementary, middle, and high schools

from throughout the Twin Cities attend Concordia Academy Camps,

learning to use their talents to shine while they strengthen skills,

build relationships, gain knowledge, and make new friends.

Students will get opportunities to dance, run, shoot, score, sing, paint,

investigate, bake, repair, act, pitch, bat, lift, grow, explore, create,

worship...and have the times of their lives.

At CA, we are committed to Honoring God Through Excellence,

and that commitment is at the center of all of our camps.

All of our camps are held on the Concordia Academy campus, located at

2400 North Dale Street in Roseville, just north of Highway 36 and Dale St.

To register for 2020 Concordia Academy Summer Camps, go to

ConcordiaAcademy.com/camps.

Welcome!

Amazing PaintingJune 22-26, 1:00-3:00 pmBoys & Girls | Grades 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 | $90Denise Lau | [email protected]

Do you want to learn how to make amazing

paintings? Then this class is for you! You’ll be

amazed by simple step-by-step instructions

that will allow you to make beautiful painted

objects. Students will use a variety of painting

techniques on both porous and non-porous

surfaces, including canvas, wood, and smooth

surfaces. Expect to have a project to bring

home each day. Denise Lau, a painting

instructor and Concordia Academy teacher,

will lead this camp.

Auto ShopJune 15-19, 1:00-3:30 pmBoys & Girls | Grades 8 9 10 11 12 | $90Bob Wolf | [email protected]

Future drivers or new drivers, start off

summer with your head under the hood!

Spend part of the week focusing on vehicle

engines (oil changes, brake inspection,

cooling systems, fluids, and tune-ups). Then

you’ll shift to auto bodies, including how

to fix dents, deal with rust, and take care of

any minor body repairs. You will be provided

with car maintenance and repair materials,

but bring a notepad, a pair of work gloves,

and protective eyewear. CA teacher and

head football coach Bob Wolf will be your

auto guru and will also welcome some

professional mechanics during the week.

Auto Shop IIJune 15-19, 9:00-11:30 amBoys & Girls | Grades 9 10 11 12 | $90Bob Wolf | [email protected]

Created for individuals who want to go

a little further into car maintenance and

engine work, this course will appeal to the

gearhead that has a passion for restoring

their own vehicle into the amazing ride that

it was meant to be. This camp will move out

of general maintenance and into restoring

each student’s own vehicles. Each student

should have a car to work on and a basic

understanding of cars and trucks. This course

is designed for those who have taken our

basic Auto Shop camp, have a driver’s license

or learners permit, and can bring a vehicle to

work on.

Boys BasketballJuly 13-17, 9:00 am-12:00 noonBoys | Grades 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 | $95Eric Schutte | [email protected]

Two-time Section 4AA Basketball Coach

of the Year Eric Schutte, the Beacons head

coach since 2003, will encourage, train, and

build confidence in participants, assisted by

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other members of the coaching staff and

CA players. Always one of our most popular

summer offerings, this camp will include

fundamentals instruction, drills to improve

skills, and games.

Camp CreateJune 15-19, 9:00-11:30 amBoys & Girls | Grades 5 6 7 8 9 | $90Rebecca Hed | [email protected]

Student artists at Camp Create will get to

develop skills and express themselves using a

variety of media, including paint, clay, wood,

duct tape, and more! Come create with us; no

prior experience is necessary! Rebecca Hed,

an award-winning artist and graduate of CA’s

Emerging Artist Cohort, will guide campers

through a week of artistic expression.

CookingJuly 6-10, 9:00 am-11:30 amBoys & Girls | Grades 5 6 7 8 9 | $95Martha Fritz | [email protected]

Learn basic cooking skills while having fun in

the kitchen! Throughout the week, students

will be prepping and making dishes using

various techniques and tools. At the end of

each day, they’ll enjoy the fruits of their labors

by taste-testing their creations. Parents will

be invited to join in the tasting fun at the end

of the week. No prior cooking experience is

needed, but eating experience is mandatory!

Your culinary counselors will be the talented

sister duo of Martha Fritz (CA ’13) and Emma

Fritz (CA ’19).

CSIJune 22-26, 9:30-11:30 amBoys & Girls | Grades 6 7 8 9 | $90Elizabeth Bohren | [email protected]

Who did it? During CSI (Crime Scene

Investigation) Camp, students will be

presented with a “crime scene” and have the

week to successfully identify the “criminal.”

Students will solve the crime by observing,

collecting, and documenting evidence

and using forensic techniques, including

DNA fingerprinting, blood typing, fingertip

fingerprinting, dental impressions, and more!

The investigation will be led by Elizabeth

Bohren, a Concordia Academy science

teacher and coordinator of our STEM

program. This year’s sessions will have a

different crime scenario than previous years,

but the activities and techniques will remain

the same.

DanceJuly 13-17, 9:00-11:30 amGirls | Grades 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 | $85Halle Lidstone | [email protected]

Get a week-long glimpse into the world of

dance team, learning alongside CA Dance

Team (CADT) members. This camp will

focus on the techniques and skills of both

jazz and high kick. Participants will have

the opportunity to grow in strength and

flexibility while learning these different dance

team styles. During the week, students will

learn a short routine that will be performed

on Friday for family and friends. No dance

experience needed! Halle (McDonough)

Lidstone, a 2013 CA graduate, CADT alumna,

and former head coach, will lead the camp.

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Electronics MagicJune 8-12, 9:00-11:30 amBoys & Girls | Grades 7 8 9 10 | $95Dave Boll | [email protected]

What happens inside an electronic device is

almost considered “magic” to many people.

Join Mr. Dave Boll, a member of CA’s STEM

faculty, for a week of discovering what

makes the “magic” happen. You’ll learn

about the components inside the “magic

boxes,” how to connect these components

(soldering/desoldering), circuit design, and

more. Plus, you’ll build some take-home

electronic projects.

Fastpitch DefenseJune 29-July 2, 10:45 am-12:15 pmGirls | Grades 5 6 7 8 9 | $50Gina Tupper | [email protected]

This camp is designed for both experienced

and inexperienced players, with a focus on

developing strong fundamentals in the sport.

Differential instruction is used based on the

skill level and experience of the athletes,

as players are taught skills in throwing and

fielding for outfield and infield positions.

The camp will be conducted by Gina

Tupper, head coach of CA’s softball team

(the 2019 Section 4AA champions) and the

2016 and 2019 Section 4AA Coach of the

Year. Returning varsity players and/or CA

assistant coaches will lead the small group

instruction. If necessary, July 3 will be used

as a rain date.

Fastpitch Lefty Slapping CampJune 29-July 2, 2:45-4:00 pmGirls | Grades 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 | $50Gina Tupper | [email protected]

This camp is for the specialized skill of lefty

slapping. Participants should be fast runners

with at least three seasons of experience on

a fastpitch team. Additionally, players should

have strong eye-hand coordination and good

reaction time. Players are taught fundamentals

in drag bunting and lefty slapping. The camp

is conducted by CA alumna Taylor Brunn (’19),

with assistance from Head Coach Gina Tupper,

CA assistant coaches, and/or varsity returners.

Taylor is a lefty slapper for St. Catherine

University and holds current Minnesota state

high school records for career base hits (285)

and career runs scored (231). If necessary,

July 3 will be used as a rain date.

Fastpitch OffenseJune 29-July 2, 12:45-2:30 pmGirls | Grades 5 6 7 8 9 | $50Gina Tupper | [email protected]

This camp is designed for both experienced

and inexperienced players. The primary

focus is on the development of good form

in order to increase future success in the

sport as well as reduce the risk of injury.

Differential instruction is used based on the

skill level and experience of the athletes.

Players are taught skills in hitting, bunting,

fake bunt slapping, base running, and sliding.

The camp is conducted by Head Coach Gina

Tupper with assistance from varsity returners

and/or Concordia Academy assistant

coaches. If necessary, July 3 will be used as

a rain date.

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Fastpitch PitchingJune 29-July 2, 9:00-10:15 amGirls | Grades 5 6 7 8 9 | $50Gina Tupper | [email protected]

CA’s pitching camp is designed for beginner

and experienced pitchers who will receive

instruction in fastball form to improve both

accuracy and speed. Experienced pitchers

with well-established fastball form will have

the option to be instructed in additional

pitches such as the changeup, rise ball,

and/or drop ball. Pitchers are strongly

recommended to bring someone to catch

for them, as this will greatly increase their

reps; however, a catcher is not required.

The camp is led by Head Coach Gina Tupper

with assistance from additional Concordia

Academy pitching coaches and/or varsity

pitchers. If necessary, If necessary, July 3

will be used as a rain date.

Flag FootballJune 29-July 2, 8:30-11:00 amBoys & Girls | Grades 4 5 6 | $70Baeza Tensaie | [email protected]

Our flag football camp is designed for

elementary students who want to learn

football. It will focus on fundamentals,

including blocking, flag pulling, footwork,

and ball skills. The camp, held on CA’s

practice football field, will be led by Baeza

Tensaie (CA ’13), a member of the Beacon

football coaching staff, along with a number

of former CA football players. Campers are

encouraged to have cleats, and a mouth

guard is recommended.

Football (5-8)July 20-23, 3:00-5:30 pmBoys | Grades 5 6 7 8 | $60

Football (9-12)July 20-23, 3:00-5:30 pmCA Boys | Grades 9 10 11 12 | $40Bob Wolf | [email protected]

The fundamentals of football, including

blocking, form tackling, footwork, and

ball skills will be emphasized in the middle

school camp. Students will also receive

instruction on special teams (including

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punting, kicking, and long-snapping),

position work, and team competitions. At the

same time, Concordia Academy high school

students will prepare for the upcoming

season. Current CA football coaching staff

will coach these camps, led by CA head

football coach Bob Wolf.

G3 (Genuinely Great Girls) July 13-17, 9:00-11:00 amGirls | Grades 5 6 7 8 | $95 Sarah Tramm | [email protected]

Girls, this camp is for you! Sarah Tramm, one

of CA’s fantastic teachers, can’t wait to lead

you through a week of girl-focused bonding

time! We’ll play games, encourage one

another, do some crafting, and have a blast

with lots of other activities, too. A Bible study

focused on GOAT (Greatest of All Time) faith

stories, Q & A sessions about the challenges

girls deal with, and quality discussion time

will be woven throughout the week. New

and returning campers are welcome. The

goal of “G3” is to help you build your self-

esteem, encourage your fellow females, and

feel great about the awesome person God

has created you to be!

Girls BasketballJune 22-25, 12:00 noon-3:00 pmGirls | Grades 3 4 5 6 7 8 | $85 Tiffany Stubbs | [email protected]

This camp focuses on fundamental skill

building, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

Beacons Girls Basketball head coach Tiffany

Stubbs and CA players will offer training and

encouragement while building confidence.

Campers can expect a fun, supportive

environment as they learn the game and

skills of basketball and develop their abilities

to help them contribute to their own teams

in the winter.

SoccerJuly 27-31, 2:00-4:30 pmBoys & Girls | Grades 7 8 9 10 11 12 | $100Wil Richard | [email protected]

Designed for players of all skill levels, CA’s

soccer camp will match players according

to their age and ability, with emphasis placed

on the positive mental attitude necessary in


performing soccer-specific skills. Instruction

will cover multiple topics and will stress

techniques over tactics, including dribbling

and foot skills, passing, shooting, heading,

trapping, and speed training. Proper athletic

clothes should be worn; shin pads will be

mandatory. Campers should bring a soccer

ball and water each day. The camp will be lead

by Wil Richard, CA’s head boys soccer coach.

TheatreJune 15-19, 1:00-3:30 pmBoys & Girls | Grades 5 6 7 8 9 | $90Sara Neel | [email protected]

This camp is for the student who seeks

the spotlight! Campers will think on their

feet, develop acting skills, and learn the

fundamentals of theatre in a safe and

supportive environment. Talents will be

discovered and confidence built as students

explore the basics of performance and

stagecraft. CA theatre director Sara Neel

will lead students through a week of

improvisational games, acting exercises,

and team building activities that will

culminate in a showcase for family and

friends on the CA stage.

Volleyball (Grades 6-8)June 22-26, 9:00-11:00 amGirls | Grades 6 7 8 | $100Kim Duis | [email protected]

This camp introduces younger players to the

complex skills of volleyball and helps them

improve their overall game, focusing on

passing, attacking, and playing lots of games.

This camp will be led by CA’s head volleyball

coach, Kim Duis, the 2018 and 2019 Section

4AA Coach of the Year and coach of the 2018

and 2019 Minnesota State Class AA 4th place

teams. Other members of the coaching staff

will also be helping with the camp.

Volleyball (Grade 9)July 20-24, 12:30-3:00 pmCA Girls | Grade 9 | $100

Volleyball (Grades 10-12)July 20-24, 3:30-6:00 pmCA Girls | Grades 10 11 12 | $100Kim Duis | [email protected]

These two camps provide an opportunity

for CA volleyball players to increase their

knowledge and practice in specific skills.

It will prepare athletes in a competitive

environment, and they will get to know the

coaching staff and their expectations for

the upcoming season. These camps are for

athletes that will be attending CA in the fall.

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Weightlifting ReadinessJune 16 - July 23 (Tues., Thurs.)8:00-9:30 amBoys & Girls | Grades 6 7 8 | $90Brian Brown | [email protected]

In June, a crew of trainers will teach

participants about weight room safety,

agility, plyometrics, weightlifting form,

and concussion prevention. Then, in July,

the students will put that knowledge to good

use by focusing on athletic development and

weight training technique. Our expansive

weight room is the perfect setting for

students to get a taste of the program that

has helped CA take first place in the Tri-

Metro Weight Lifting Competition nine of the

last eleven years.

Weight Room Platoon ProjectJune 1 - July 31 (Mon., Wed., Fri.)8:00-9:30 am (Boys)9:30-11:00 am (Girls)Boys & Girls | Grades 9 10 11 12 | $60Brian Brown | [email protected]

This program starts off with testing in bench,

squat, slant boards, broad jump, and more

during the week of June 1. In the following

weeks, students will work on athletic

development, weight training, core, and

concussion prevention training.

Youth Worship Team Music CampJuly 6-10, 9:00 am-12:00 noonBoys & Girls | Grades 5 6 7 8 9 | $85Grace Dunavan | [email protected]

By bringing together young students

with music teachers and worship leaders,

participants will learn the art of leading

worship and improve performance skills.

Highlights include performance basics of

drums, keyboard, vocals, or strings; spiritual

teachings; and composing instruction.

Campers will finish the week leading a

worship event and feeling challenged and

excited to pursue the dreams that God

has given them. This camp is led by Grace

Dunavan (CA ’16), a former member of CA’s

worship team. Grace is a recent graduate of

North Central University, one of Minnesota’s

premier schools for worship leading. She will

be assisted by Dean Dunavan, a CA theology

teacher and pastor of Woodbury Lutheran

Church - Oak Hill Campus, and Jyl Dunavan,

a music teacher and Oak Hill worship leader.


Camp start times and lengths vary, so be sure to consult the individual camp listings for specific details.

PlannerWeek AM SESSION PM SESSIONJune 8 Electronics Magic

June 15 Auto Shop II Auto Shop

Camp Create Theatre

June 22 Volleyball (6-8) Girls Basketball

CSI Amazing Painting

June 29 Flag Football Fastpitch Offense

Fastpitch Pitching Fastpitch Lefty Slapping

Fastpitch Defense

July 6 Youth Worship Team

Cooking

July 13 Boys Basketball

Dance

G3: Genuinely Great Girls

July 20 Volleyball (9)

Football (5-8 and 9-12)

Volleyball (10-12)

July 27 Soccer

June 15 - July 23: Weightlifting Readiness (Tuesday and Thursday mornings)

June 1 - July 31: Weight Room Platoon (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings)

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Summers at Concordia Academy are awesome, and we can’t wait to

have you join us.

Registration for CA Camps is done at ConcordiaAcademy.com/camps

on a first come, first served basis, starting February 1. Many camps have

size limits, so early registration is encouraged. Once a camp is full, you

have an option to be placed on a waiting list.

Camp fees are paid in full (by credit card or electronic check) at the time

of registration. We realize that plans sometimes change, so refunds of camp

fees, minus a $25 processing fee, will be given for registrations canceled

before June 1. Starting June 1, refunds will not be given for cancellations.

No prorating or reduction of camp fees will be given for absences.

Concordia Academy reserves the right to cancel classes for any reason,

including low enrollment. In the event of a cancellation, we will try to give

at least two weeks notice. Camp fees will, of course, be refunded in full.

If you have questions about specific camps, please email the listed

instructor. For other questions, call 651-484-8429 or send an email to

[email protected].

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Concordia Academy, home of The Beacons, is a Christ-centered, loving, inspiring community that encourages students in grades 9-12 to shine as they maximize their unique, God-given potential. Specialized curriculum options include STEM, Emerging Artist, and Humanities Cohorts; an Innovation Lab; and College On Campus, offering over 90 college credits taught by professors who travel to our campus each day. A wide range of athletics and arts options and daily opportunities for spiritual growth are also key to our program. Learn more at ConcordiaAcademy.com.

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