UP Overnight Camp
Summer 2027. UPgraded
An immersive residential hockey, education and high-performance experience.
CAMP OVERVIEW
Camp 01
1–4 July
Junior & Senior
Camp 02
12–15 August
Junior & Senior
Camp 03
17–19 August
Freshers
Which camp is for you?
Based on the school year you're entering in September 2027.
Freshers Camp
Entering 1st Year
Junior Camp
Entering 2nd or 3rd Year
Senior Camp
Entering 4th, 5th or 6th Year
Capacity: Limited places (quality-first coaching)
Open to: Outfielders and Goalkeepers
Coaching Team: International athletes + experienced coaches
Includes:
16+ hours of hockey: Technical, Tactical, Specialist Skills & Gameplay
3 nights accommodation
All meals
UP merch
Lifestyle educational workshops: Communication, Resilience, Mental Skill, Physical Development, Recovery.
Team activities
Testimonials
WHY THIS CAMP IS DIFFERENT
On-Pitch Development & Off-Pitch Growth
Technical Skills
• Passing • Receiving • Goal scoring • Defending • Elimination skills
Specialist Skills
• Drag Flicking • Trapping • Injecting • Striking • Deflections
Tactical Education
• Outlet and Pres • Transitions (attack ↔ defence) • Game scenarios
• Team structure
Performance Mindset Education
• Preparation habits • Goal setting • Resilience • Communication
• Confidence under pressure • Leadership • Physical Markers • Reflection
UP Overnight Partners
Frequently asked Questions
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Registration is currently not open for 2027.
When regisrations opens:
Click on “shop” and “overnight camps” you will be directed to our secure registration form where you can complete booking, payment, and all required medical/consent forms.
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All playing levels welcome. Players should be motivated, coachable, and ready to train in a high-standard environment. You don't need to be the best player on your team - you need to be willing to learn and improve.
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Absolutely! Our goalkeepers are a big part of the UP experience!
We will have a dedicated GK coach and a specialised training programme to help our keepers develop their skills, build confidence and get plenty of time between the posts.
GK places are very limited to ensure every goalkeeper gets the attention, coaching and experience they deserve. We recommend booking early to avoid missing out!.
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Yes. Please detail any allergies or dietary needs (vegetarian, gluten-free, nut allergy, etc.) on the medical form during registration so our catering team can prepare accordingly.
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We understand that plans can change! However, with limited places and significant preparations involved in delivering our residential camps, cancellations can have an impact.
If you need to cancel your place, the following policy applies:
More than 12 weeks before camp: You will receive an 80% refund of your camp fee.
Within 12 weeks of camp: We will do our best to offer your place to another player on our waitlist. If we successfully fill your place, you will receive an 80% refund.
If your place cannot be filled: A refund will not normally be possible due to costs already committed to delivering the camp.
All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing by email to heyteamup@gmail.com. Refunds will be processed following confirmation of cancellation and, where applicable, successful allocation of the place to another participant.
This policy does not affect your statutory consumer rights.
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A detailed packing list will be sent via email closer to the camp once registered.
Essential items include hockey stick, gum shield, shin guards, training clothes, casual clothes for evenings, toiletries, and towel. -
Rooms range from 2–8 beds and are allocated by age group and school year.
In April 2027, participants will receive a room-sharing request form where they can nominate who they’d like to share with. We will do our best to accommodate requests, ensuring everyone has a familiar face in their room wherever possible.
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Yes. Residential staff stay in the boarding house to provide 24-hour supervision and support. All staff are Garda Vetted and Safeguarding trained.
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We have trained First Aid cover on-site at all times. For any medical concern, we will contact you immediately. If medical attention beyond first aid is required, we will arrange appropriate care and keep you fully informed.
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We maintain a low ratio to ensure every player receives individual attention and feedback. Exact ratios depend on final registration numbers, but we cap capacity specifically to protect this.
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Our camp is a closed residential experience, allowing participants to fully immerse themselves in the programme.
Parents and families are welcome at drop-off and are invited to join us on the final day. Expect a brilliant atmosphere, exciting tournament matches and a chance to celebrate everything the players have achieved before heading home.
If you need to visit during camp for exceptional circumstances, please contact us directly.
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A little rain won’t stop us! We are well used to the Irish weather, and the show will go on unless conditions become unsafe.
With indoor facilities available at Villiers School, we can adapt our programme to keep the energy high, whatever the weather throws at us.
Just make sure to pack your wet-weather gear.
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