UP Overnight Camp

An immersive 4-day residential hockey, education and high performance experience.

*** SUMMER 2027 UP OVERNIGHT DATES LAUNCHING THIS AUTUMN…***

CAMP OVERVIEW

Dates: TBC 2027

Duration: 3 nights / 4 days

Venue: Villiers School, Limerick

Age Groups (School year beginning September 2027):

  • Junior Group: 2nd – 3rd Year

  • Senior Group: 4th – 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

  • “Incredible experience for the boys. They got to make friends from other Provinces, learn, play and grow. Totally inspired to improve and feel empowered to do so. Greatest gift you can give someone is the tools to self reflect and confidence to know you have the tools to grow.”

  • “What an overall amazing experience this was. The course content, access to sporting royalty and wonderful facilities, it was rivaled by none. My daughter had an unforgettable few days.”

  • “Exceptionally well-organized and thoughtfully run. Every detail for young hockey players was considered. UP successfully adapted a high-performance athlete camp model into a camp for younger aspiring athletes , giving them both a clear understanding of what high performance entails and a vision to aim for. Program, venue, registration, accommodation, and food were all excellent, and the no-phone policy was welcomed. Cannot recommend this camp enough”

  • “My daughter started the UP overnight camp very apprehensive and slightly lacking in confidence about her hockey ability. The camp definitely increased her confidence! She had an amazing time on the pitch but importantly off the pitch too, making lots of new friends. She’s already asked can she do it again next year!”

  • “She has been to many camps in the past but my daughter came home on Sunday fizzing with an energy & excitement I have never seen from any camp before!

    The standard of hockey I saw on the last day was excellent but what really stood out was the camaraderie, fun & the big smiles told their own tale! As a boarder herself she thought everyone was looked after really well especially those that this may have been a first boarding experience for. We will definitely be back next year!”

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

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Frequently asked Questions

  • 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 (suitable for 4 days), casual clothes for evenings, toiletries, and towel.

  • Room sizes vary from 2-8 beds. Rooms are allocated by age group and school year. If you have a specific roommate request, note it on the registration form and we'll do our best to accommodate.

  • 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.

  • Yes. Residential staff stay in the boarding house to provide 24-hour supervision and support. All staff are Garda Vetted and Safeguarding trained.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • The camp is a closed residential experience to maintain focus and routine. Parents are welcome at drop-off and on the final day for the camp tournament before pick-up. In exceptional circumstances, contact us directly.

  • Sessions will run unless conditions are unsafe. Villiers School has indoor spaces we can use if necessary. Players should bring wet-weather gear.

  • 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.

  • Yes we will have a specific GK coach and training plan for the camp. However places are extremely limited to optimize the experience for all GKs.

  • You can either email: heyteamup@gmail.com or click on the camp in the shop and the position and the waitlist button will appear.

 

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