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Comprehensive Football Skills Instruction

Chicago Bears Youth Football Camps

Non-contact Football Instruction and Fun for Kids ages 6-14

NEW TO OUR CAMPS?

With our station-based training format, campers are divided by age and experience level so each receives the right level of instruction and support. We teach technique, skills and appreciation for all football playing positions.

We develop athletic skills, including individual passing, running, non-contact blocking and tackling.  And we take pride in creative, effective, age-appropriate curriculum.

TEACHING

Kids will learn to run, throw, catch, defend, form block, form tackle and explode out of their stance with proper technique and improved speed. We run active camps so kids get multiple chances. With patience and encouragement, kids gain confidence and that’s what it’s all about.

THE BASICS

  • 30 hours–one week-long, day-camps
  • 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
  • Extended supervision is available.
  • Safe, non-contact football instruction for kids ages 6-14.
  • Led by professional educators and professional coaches.
  • Supplemental instruction from Chicago Bears Heroes.
  • Station-based training format divides kids by age and experience level.
  • Athletic trainer for every camp.
  • 10:1 student-to-instructor ratio.
  • Mornings: Individual skill instruction–we teach all football positions.
  • Afternoons: Team oriented challenges, skill contests, scrimmages and mini-games leading to Super Bowl Friday.

REALLY BIG EVENTS 

  • New, Official NFL Punt, Pass and Kick Competition at every camp location!  Read more
  • Meeting and learning from Chicago Bears Heroes
  • Super Bowl Friday and Awards Ceremony!

THE CHOICES

  • Comprehensive Skills Camps for Kids Ages 6-14.  All locations.  Continue reading this page.
  • Accelerated Skill Camps for Experienced Kids Ages 10-14.  All locations.  Click here for more.
  • Position-Specific Small Group or Private Instruction.  All locations. Click here for more.

SAMPLE SCHEDULE
Team Theme: Playoff Football
Positional Theme: Defensive Backs
Hero Theme: Al Harris

Note: Hydration breaks are scheduled every 20-25 minutes with frequency increased as required.
Campers may take a break for water or rest at any time during camp.

9:00 am

Dynamic Warm-Up

9:15 am

Speed and Agility

9:30 am

Offensive Skills Stations

11:00 am

Team Play

11:30 am

Lunch Break

12:00 pm

The Super Bowl Triumph

12:15 pm

Chief Scout Challenge

12:30 pm

The Franchise Game

1:00 pm

Dynamic Warm Up

1:20 pm

Defensive Skills Stations

2:15 pm

7 on 7 Tournament Game

2:55 pm

Reinforcements

3:00 pm

Final Whistle

 

EXPANDED INDOOR CLASSROOM CURRICULUM!

In addition to expanded gymnasium activities, the following classroom curriculum enriches our teaching mission for routine days and days with inclement weather.

WHAT’S A DAY LIKE?  Read “A Day in the Life of a Chicago Bears Camper.”

INDOOR “FOOTBALL LEARNING”

Mickey Pruiit with Campers

  • Five Questions with a Hero: Campers interview former NFL stars.
  • Hey Rookie: Being young, new and unsure…and making an impact.
  • Rapid Fire True or False: A fast-paced challenge based on field instruction.
  • Reaction Time: Making choices in split seconds.
  • Super Bowl History: The magnitude of the world’s most watched event.
  • The Ball Hawk: Have a true sense for the game.
  • The Chief Scout: Act as NFL GM to build a dynasty.
  • The Franchise: Act as future NFL team owner.
  • The Play Maker: Outwit classmates with play calls and design.
  • The Ultimate Challenge: A Fun Team Trivia Challenge
  • Big Moments: Inside stories of great moments in team history.
  • Good Call: Learn what it’s like to be an NFL referee.
  • Teamwork: Captains, coaches and leadership in the NFL.
  • The Think Tank: Focus on the good things you do.
  • Awards Ceremony: We reward all of our students for their efforts on and off the field.
INDOOR “LIFE LESSONS”
  • Being Invincible: How one team did not give up won a big playoff game.
  • Blunder to Thunder: Responding to extreme mistakes.
  • Breaking Labels: Why a scouting report or label often means nothing.
  • Goal Setting: The practice of setting goals.
  • Stormy Weather: How to deal with unexpected circumstances
  • To the End Zone: Beware of self-imposed limits.
  • When You Are All In: When you finally “get it,” how you “keep it.”
INDOOR “HEALTH SMARTS”
  • Pushing the Limits: What muscle groups build athletic skills.
  • Eat Like a Pro: Carbohydrates, Fat, Calories and Protein
  • Stay Hydrated: Hydration for safety and performance.

 

THE GROUPINGS

Ages

Comprehensive Skills

Accelerated Skills

6-7

Available

NA

8-9

Available

NA

10-11

Available

Available

12-14

Available

Available