Learn about Summer 2025 Pre-College opportunities at UMass Amherst. Our residential and online pre-college programs are designed to give you a preview of the UMass student experience, including college-level academics and being part of a learning community of high school students from all across the U.S. and the world. Our programs feature faculty-led courses, state-of-the-art facilities, and the #1 campus dining in the U.S., as ranked by the Princeton Review.
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Elevate your passion for sports and unlock your full athletic potential with the Sports Performance Summer Pre-College Program. This customized experience offers a dynamic, hands-on opportunity for individuals looking to enhance their athletic performance or explore a career in sports performance; no athletic experience is required.
Program Format:
The Sports Performance program features an engaging format that combines various learning methods. Over two weeks, students will participate in roundtable discussions, interactive lectures, coaching sessions, and practical exercises. Utilizing athletic and academic facilities, the program emphasizes hands-on learning. Each day, discussions on the theoretical aspects of sports performance will be paired with practical hands-on sessions in sports performance training facilities. This integrated approach ensures an immersive learning experience, blending theoretical knowledge with practical application to prepare you for success in the exciting field of sports performance.
Practical Application through Team Projects:
Apply your new knowledge through hands-on team projects that simulate real-world scenarios in sports performance. Collaborate with peer students to develop and implement training programs, analyze data, and present findings.
Program Highlights Include:
Advanced Training Methods: Explore the latest advancements in sports performance training, focusing on strength development, agility, speed, and power. Explore the science behind fueling optimal athletic performance, focusing on nutrition's role in maximizing performance and recovery. Engage in hands-on sessions using various technologies, equipment, and facilities.
Data Analytics for Performance: Dive into sports data analytics and learn to leverage performance and recovery data to maximize athletic capabilities. Gain insights into athlete assessment through comprehensive evaluation & performance metrics, injury prevention strategies, and personalized training regimens based on individual data.
Recovery: Recognizing the crucial role of recovery in athletic achievement, with a special focus on the often-underestimated importance of sleep. Explore the science behind recovery techniques, including stretching, foam rolling, and active recovery sessions.
Important Information: Students should have a basic understanding of sports and fitness principles, but no prior athletic experience is required. Movement and physical activity are integral to the program, and students must complete a medical health history form and sign an informed consent form. Safety is our priority, and all activities will be modified to accommodate a wide range of abilities while supervised by qualified individuals.
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This course is offered at the UMass Amherst campus as a residential program. Local students may apply to attend as a commuter.
Cost and Session Information
Dates: July 13 - 26, 2025
Two-Week Residential Intensives: $3,907 residential / $2,262 commuter
*Program fees listed above include tuition and room & board; materials and software may be required.
*All programs require submission of $45 application fee.
Dates: July 13 - July 26, 2025
Two-Week Intensives: $3,907 residential / $2,262 commuter
*Program fees listed above include tuition and room & board.
*All programs require submission of $45 application fee.
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