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Join us this summer for a week you will never forget!

About the Running Camp

July 10-15, 2023

Since 2008, the Montreat College Running Camp has welcomed runners from all over the country to experience a week of training, fellowship, and worship. We believe that our location in the beautiful mountains of western North Carolina provides the ideal place to enhance your summer training and learn how to best use you’re the gift of running for God’s glory!

Not only will you be surrounded by other runners but also a dedicated staff of coaches and hand-selected group of college counselors who where chosen for their Christ-centered leadership and knowledge of the sport. It is our hope that this will be a transformational week that will help you grow as a leader and propel you towards great cross country and track & field seasons.

We look forward to seeing you in Montreat this July!

Information

Dates | July 10-15, 2023
Location | Montreat, North Carolina | Access a campus map
Activities | Running, learning sessions, team activities, guest speakers, and lots of fun!

Camp Updates

Bed sheets/bath towels will be provided for all campers. Please bring a blanket, a sleeping bag, and an extra towel for any outside swimming, ice baths, etc.

If you have not already done so, please pay your camp deposit and/or the full camp payment online. All fees will be due at camp check-in.

Check-In for the camp is Monday, July 10 from 10am-12pm on the front porch of Anderson Hall. Check-out is Saturday, July 15 from 8am-10am at Anderson Hall.

View and sign the liability waiver.

Participants

This camp is designed for rising 9th through 12th graders. You can attend as an individual or as part of a team.

A limited number of spots will be available to middle school runners with prior running experience. All middle school runners must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of camp and must be pre-approved in advance. This can be a parent or a coach if it is a team.

Fees

This residential camp will include a clean, air-conditioned dorm room (double occupancy in each room) on campus and three meals per day. Your camp fee will also cover all required activities and your awesome annual camp t-shirt!

There is a $100 non-refundable deposit required to secure your spot. This deposit is required at the time of registration. The remaining balance can be paid at any point before camp check in.

  • Cost per camper: $500.00
  • Cost per coach: $400.00 or FREE with 7 paid runners
  • Cost per parent (middle school only): $400.00

Gift Bags! Each runner will receive a super cool camp t-shirt, Montreat College souvenir, and all lecture handouts/materials. There may be a few extra surprises thrown in!

Schedule

Coming soon!

Last year’s schedule will illustrate the sorts of activities students will experience during running camp. 

2022 Schedule

Monday, July 11

  • 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.: Registration (Anderson Hall)
  • 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.: Lunch (Cafeteria)
  • 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.: Welcome/Intro/Safety Meeting (Graham Chapel)
  • 3:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.: Afternoon Workout (meet outside of Anderson Hall): Location – Black Mountain Campus
  • 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.: Dinner (Gaither Fellowship Hall)
  • 7:15 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.: Worship Service (Graham Chapel)
  • 11:00 p.m.: Lights Out

Tuesday, July 12

  • 7:00 a.m. – 7:30 a.m.: Morning Shakeout: Location – Anderson
  • 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.: Breakfast (Cafeteria)
  • 9:15 a.m. – 9:50 a.m.: D-Group Meeting (location determined by D-Group leader)
  • 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.: Leadership/Team Dynamics – Coach Lewkowicz (Graham Chapel)
  • 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.: Lunch (Cafeteria)
  • 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.: REST/FREE TIME
  • 2:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.: Afternoon workout: Location – Owen Park
  • 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.: Dinner (Gaither Fellowship Hall)
  • 7:15 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.: Worship Service (Graham Chapel)
  • 8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.: Evening Activity (McAlister Gym)
  • 11:00 p.m.: Lights Out

Wednesday, July 13

  • 7:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.: Morning Run: Location – Rainbow Trail
  • 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.: Breakfast (Cafeteria)
  • 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.: The Runner’s Mechanic – Miriam Salloum (Graham Chapel)
  • 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.: D-Group Meeting (location determined by D-Group leader)
  • 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.: Lunch (Cafeteria)
  • 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.: REST/FREE TIME *Optional* Trip To Black Mountain
  • 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.: Shakeout/Drills/Strength Training (McAlister Gymnasium)
  • 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.: Dinner (Cafeteria)
  • 7:15 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.: Worship Service (Graham Chapel)
  • 11:00 p.m.: Lights Out

Thursday, July 14

  • 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.: Breakfast (Cafeteria)
  • 8:00 a.m.: Depart for Run at Lake Summit (Tuxedo, NC)
  • 9:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.: Morning Workout (Lake Summit)
  • 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.: Lunch & D-Group Meeting (Tuxedo Park)
  • 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.: REST/FREE TIME *Optional* Swimming at Montreat Pool
  • 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.: Dinner (Cafeteria)
  • 7:15 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.: Worship Service (Graham Chapel)
  • 8:45 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.: Camp Talent Show (Graham Chapel)
  • 11:00 p.m.: Lights Out

Friday, July 15

  • 7:00 a.m. – 8:15 a.m.: Morning Run: Location – Anderson Hall
  • 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.: Breakfast (Cafeteria)
  • 9:15 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.: D-Group Meeting (location determined by D-Group leader)
  • 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.: Health/Nutrition – Taft Draper (Graham Chapel)
  • 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.: Lunch (Cafeteria)
  • 1:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.: REST/FREE TIME
  • 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.: Lookout Mountain Challenge/Run: Location – Rainbow Trailhead
  • 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.: Dinner (Gaither Fellowship Hall)
  • 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.: Worship Service (Graham Chapel)
  • 11:00 pm: Lights Out

Saturday, July 16

  • 7:00 a.m. – 7:30 a.m.: Morning Run: Location – Anderson Hall
  • 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.: Breakfast (Anderson Lobby)
  • 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.: Depart (turn in room key at residence hall)

What to Bring

All campers are asked to:

  • Bring your Bibles!
  • Come prepared to train!
  • Pack ample running clothes and proper shoes! 2 pairs of running shoes are recommended
  • Arrive with a positive attitude and willingness to be challenged!
  • Pillow and either a blanket or sleeping bag. Bed sheets provided.
  • Bring an extra towel for outside activities
  • Extra cash (not too much) for any trips we make into Black Mountain/Asheville
  • Any medications you will need during camp

What not to Bring

Please DO NOT bring:

  • Any valuables/wallets/purses/excessive cash
  • A poor attitude and laziness!
  • TVs or Video Games (forget about it!)
  • Jewelry
  • Cell phones are allowed and campers are encouraged to use them only to check in with family throughout the week…and maybe to grab a few pictures of the beautiful mountain scenery!

Sponsor

Explore Asheville

Contact

For any inquiries contact Jason Lewkowicz (Camp Director) at jason.lewkowicz@montreat.edu.

Register for Running Camp

Step 1: Register for the running camp

Step 2: Make your payment