General Camp Questions
- How are J Robinson Intensive Camps different?
- What is the difference between your 5-day and your Intensive Camps?
- What ages can attend the camps?
- What is the daily schedule?
- How do I contact the central camp office?
- What is the re-enrollment rate from last year?
- How can I request a roommate?
- What if I need to stay longer?
- Are there religious services at your camp?
- When can I visit my camper? – is there something special on the last day?
- What happens if my child gets sick during camp? – or gets hurt right before? – do I get a refund?
- What is your cancellation policy?
- What is the Camp Deposit Insurance?
- What kind of food should I expect?
- If my son/daughter has special food requests (i.e. vegetarian, allergies), can I expect a menu change for them?
- How does my athlete get to and from your camps?
- Is there a hotel near the University of Minnesota campus where parents can stay?
Registration/Payment Questions
1. How are J Robinson Intensive Camps different?
J Robinson Intensive Training Camps offer a training plan that specializes in complete athlete development through intensive workouts and personal maturation. Our primary focus is to train athletes on both the physical and mental elements of competition at an intense level. When you train with J Robinson Intensive Camps, you will learn what real training is all about. An athlete’s experience at J Robinson Intensive Camps will instill an impressive core work ethic that encourages goal setting, follow-through and attainment.
2. What is the difference between your 5-day and your Intensive Camps?
Our 5-day camps include our younger athletes. We train athletes ages 8-18 for our 5-day camps. These camps are designed for a wide range of skill levels and ages, and may incorporate live competition as well as technique instruction.
At Intensive Camps, participants develop skills in a disciplined and focused environment working in the areas including, but not limited to: technique, strength training, mental attitude, conditioning, and strategy. This type of camp is both mentally and physically demanding. Intensive Camps are very challenging and designed for campers ages 14-18. Because of their demanding nature, Intensive Training Camps are not a good fit for all athletes.
3. What ages can attend the camps?
Our Intensive Camps are open to athletes ages 14-18. Camps are for a longer period of time and will incorporate weight training, running and cross training. Athletes room with campers close in age and train with athletes the same age and/or skill level.
Our 5-day camps are open to ages 8-18.
4. What is the daily schedule?
A sample of the daily schedule is posted in the camp descriptions. Each day, campers will be required to attend different conditioning and training sessions. While at camp, a daily schedule will be posted in many locations for review. All information that is needed for various activities is posted on the camp schedule on site (when you athlete is at camp).
5. How do I contact the central camp office?
Our camp headquarters are located in Minneapolis, MN. Our office hours vary due to the camp season. Visit our Contact Us page for more information..
6. What is the re-enrollment rate from last year?
We have many repeat campers and referrals every summer. Each camp is different and able to give something different to each athlete. If you would like to know past results on a specific camp, please call the main camp office at 612-349-6585.
7. How can I request a roommate?
Roommate requests can be done on the registration form or you can call the main office at 612-349-6585. Roommates are assigned at check-in and can be arranged on site as well by checking in at the same time as your requested roommate. Please note that roommate requests are not guaranteed, but most requests are fulfilled.
8. What if I need to stay longer?
You will not be allowed to stay in the dorms longer than the specific camp dates. Plan on arriving and leaving on the first and last days of camp. Supervision is not provided outside of check-in and check-out times. If you need to arrive early or stay longer, you will need to arrange for your transportation and stay at area hotels on your own.
9. Are there religious services held at camp?
Every Sunday, athletes may attend the church service of their choice if their place of worship is within walking distance. Campers cannot be transported via vehicle to any religious service.
10. When can I visit my camper? – is there something special on the last day?
You are welcome to visit your camper(s). Your camper will know his/her daily schedule and can tell you the best time to visit. PLEASE NOTE: Campers are not allowed in vehicles at any time while they are at camp. This includes any family member or friends . Plan your visits accordingly.
11. What happens if my child gets sick during camp? – or gets hurt right before? – do I get a refund?
If your athlete gets sick or hurt during camp, we have trained staff on duty 24 hours a day to help. We encourage any sick or hurt campers to visit our athletic trainers or tell staff of their ailments. If athletes get sick or hurt right before camp, please call the main office number as soon as possible. A Cancellation Request Form must be filled out in order to formally cancel your application (see information on Camp Deposit Insurance below). You can review our refund policy in our Terms and Conditions. Please call the main camp office at 612-349-6585 with any questions.
12. What is your cancellation policy?
A summary of our cancellation policy is located in our Terms and Conditions. Call the main camp office at 612-349-6585 with any questions. If a camper becomes ill, gets injured or just decides they want to leave camp, you must contact the main office about any possibility of camp credit. Please familiarize yourself with our policy.
13. What is the Camp Deposit Insurance?
The Camp Deposit Insurance is for your protection against injury, sickness or the sudden need to cancel camp. Deposit Insurance is only available for purchase at the time you register. By purchasing this insurance, you will guarantee that your entire deposit is returned in the form of camp credit or cash, depending on when your Cancellation Request Form is received. If you cancel camp 60 days prior to the beginning of camp, you will receive a full refund (less the deposit insurance). If you cancel less than 60 days prior, you will receive full CAMP CREDIT including your non-refundable deposit (less the deposit insurance). Both situations require a Cancellation Request Form to be filled out and accompanied by a doctor’s note, school schedule, or proof of conflict. If you choose not to purchase this insurance and have to cancel, your non-refundable deposit will not be returned.
You can review more about Deposit Insurance and our cancellation policy in our Terms and Conditions. Please call main office at 612-349-6585 with any questions.
14. What kind of food should I expect?
Three all you can eat meals will be served daily. There is pizza, subs, sports drinks and snacks available for purchase in the evening from the camp store. Commuter campers at the Technique or Takedown camps receive lunch and dinner only.
15. If my son/daughter has special food requests (i.e. vegetarian, allergies), can I expect a menu change for them?
If a camper has a food allergy or request, please call the main office at 612-349-6585 and we will do our best to accommodate your specific needs. This request needs to be made a minimum of 2 weeks prior to the check in date.
16. How does my athlete get to and from your camps?
Transportation to and from camp is your responsibility. We provide a shuttle service to and from designated airports ($25 round trip charge per camper). In your confirmation materials there will be a travel form to send back. Once our office has received your itinerary, we will arrange for a shuttle accordingly. Please check your travel form for the correct airport or bus station.
*Campers are not allowed to enter a vehicle while they are at camp, even if it is with a parent/guardian.
17. Is there a hotel near the University of Minnesota campus where parents can stay?
Below are three options of hotels close to campus that can accommodate you while you are visiting your camper in Minneapolis.
Days Inn Minneapolis/University of Minnesota
2407 University Ave SE
Minneapolis, MN, 55414
612-623-3999
Radisson
615 Washington Ave SE
Minneapolis MN, 55414
612-379-8682
Holiday Inn
1500 Washington Ave. S
Minneapolis MN, 55454
612-333-4646
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Registration/Payment Questions:
- How do I register and pay?
- What does tuition include?
- Do you offer discounted rates?
- Do you offer financial aid?
- Where do I find my confirmation materials after registering for camp?
- When is my full balance due?
- Can I pay some of my fee every month or do I need to pay all at once?
You can register online, over the phone or by mail (click here for application). A non-refundable deposit is due at registration. Your entire balance is due 3 weeks before camp begins.
Your balance can be paid at any time by credit card, money order, or personal check. Personal checks must be received 14 days prior to the start of camp. They will not be accepted at check in.
Tuition includes 3 meals a day, housing and training for entire duration of camp. Please see the camp details section of our website for further information.
3. Do you offer discounted rates?
Yes. We offer different discount rates for groups, family, early registration and past campers. View our Discounts and Pricing section or call the main office at 612-349-6585 for your camp specifics.
4. Do you offer financial aid?
No. We do not offer financial aid for any of our camps. However, if you have specific questions about how to raise money or how to pay for camp, call the main office at 612-349-6585. We will be happy to offer advice on fund raising and sponsorship ideas.
5. Where do I find my confirmation materials after registering for camp?
After registering for camp, you will find confirmation materials in your online account. Please note that the email address you provide at time of registration will be used as main line of communication for any last minute changes or materials needed. Nothing will be sent via US Mail unless requested by contacting the main office.
6. When is my full balance due?
The non-refundable deposit is due at sign-up, and the remainder is due in full three weeks before camp begins. Campers who still owe a balance at check-in will not be allowed to participate.
7. Can I pay some of my fee every month or do I need to pay all at once?
You can make payments online, mail a check, or call our main office at 612-349-6585 and make payments with a credit card at any time. We will keep track of your balance, and you can view your account online. You are only required to pay the non-refundable deposit at the time of registration.
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Supervision & Staff Questions:
- Staff to camper ratio?
- Who are the directors? What is their experience?
- Does teaching curriculum change from site to site?
- How are campers placed into groups?
- How are male/female campers separated?
- Are there female staff?
Registration/Payment Questions
We maintain a camper to staff ratio of 10:1.
2. Who are the directors? What is their experience?
We have a top-notch staff at J Robinson Intensive Camps. For biographies and details, see the Staff section.
J Robinson is the Director at all Intensive camps and is on site. He is also at every Technique and Takedown Camp for two days.
3. Does teaching curriculum change from site to site?
The Intensive Camps follow a strict curriculum protocol that is a combination of running, technique, weight training, hard drilling, and live wrestling. All technique is taught and reviewed three times. In addition, lectures are conducted on mental attitude, goal setting, leadership, money management, life skills, and many more.
At our Technique and Takedown camps, there is a specific curriculum that is followed. The curriculum might change from camp to camp due to staff, but overall, the basics will remain.
4. How are campers placed into groups?
On the first day of camp, campers are evaluated by a combination of age, weight and skill level. They are placed into groups accordingly.
5. How are male/female campers separated?
Male and female campers are separated in the dorms. Each camper is read the rules on the first day of camp. If the rules are broken (including being in opposite-sex rooms), the camper will be sent home. Campers are roomed with athletes of the same sex but train and practice with all athletes.
Yes. We have female staff members at every camp. They are usually trainers, but can assist or offer advice to any camper.
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1. My son/daughter takes medication. WIll the staff be able to remind him/her to take it?
Yes. Our trainers can keep your athlete’s medication with them and remind them to take it every day. He/she will be required to sign off on the day/time the medication was taken.
2. My camper has medication that he/she can remember to take, but I would like for someone to hold onto it for him/her. Is that available?
Yes. If your athlete would like our staff to hold onto his/her medication, it can be locked up with our Camp Store manager. The Camp Store manager is NOT responsible for reminding campers or reviewing dosage amounts.
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Wrestling Related Questions:
- What is the difference between J Robinson Wrestling Camps and other wrestling camps?
- What is the difference between your Technique and Takedown camps?
- What is the difference between the two Minnesota 5-day camps?
- Is there a heavy weight camp?
- Can I train here to be a pro-wrestler? UFC fighter? Mixed martial arts?
- Do I have to wear a singlet at camp to practice?
- Will we be swimming at camp?
1. What is the difference between J Robinson Wrestling Camps and other wrestling camps?
What is unique about J Robinson Wrestling Camps is that we are dedicated to teaching all aspects of wrestling: motivation, visualization, diet, and how to prepare for life on and off the mat. It is wrestling training and life changing.
2. What is the difference between your Technique and Takedown camps?
In the Technique Camp you will learn three areas of wrestling: neutral position (consisting of set-ups, takedowns, finishes, and defense), bottom position (consisting of stand ups, reversals, rolls, and sit-outs), and top position (consisting of breakdowns, rides, leg riding, and pinning combinations)
In the Takedown Camp you will learn: set-ups, finishes, leg attacks and all forms of takedowns. You will always be on your feet working from the neutral position.
3. What is the difference between the two Minnesota 5-day camps?
The only difference is what is offered at each camp. The MN Week 1 Camp includes a youth camp. As for the techniques and lessons, there is no difference. We offer the same camp at different times and recommend registering for the camp that works best with your schedule.
4. Is there a heavy weight camp?
This year we are not offering our heavy weight camp, but you will be training with someone close to your weight and skill level.
5. Can I train here to be a pro-wrestler? UFC fighter? Mixed martial arts?
We understand that there are certain aspects of these sports that use the art of wrestling, but we are strictly an intensive training camp for athletes ages 14-18 looking to train for their high school or club teams. We do not offer any advice or insight into the world of WWE, UFC or mixed martial arts.
6. Do I have to wear a singlet at camp to practice?
No. Wear what you wear to practice now: shorts, T-shirt and wrestling shoes. Shorts must NOT have pockets, and sweatpants are only recommended for outside morning training when cold.
7. Will we be swimming at camp?
Yes. Our intensive camper may include swimming, depending on the location. Bring your swimming trunks.
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Online Account Questions:
- How do I login?
- I do not have a password or I forgot mine, how do I find it?
- What if I do not have an email address or did not put one on my application?
- When typing in my username and password are they case sensitive?
- Where do I find my confirmation materials once I login?
- How do I make a payment online?
- I want to pay with credit card but do not want to type my numbers online, what do I do?
- I have received an email stating that my account has been updated. I have not done anything to my account, what does this mean?
- My name/address/phone number/roommate request etc is wrong – how can I change it?
- When I review my account, I see my camper is registered for the wrong camp. How do I get this corrected?
- I would like to change camps, what do I do?
- I have sent in my forms (Emergency, Medical History, Travel) but my account shows they are incomplete. Have you received them?
- I cannot download my Confirmation Materials?
You must first be registered for camp, either online, by mail, via fax, or over the phone with our staff. After getting registered, you will be sent a confirmation email. In that email you will be provided with a username and login link – follow the login link. You will need to reset your password the first time you use the system. Click on the “Forgot your password?” link on the login screen.
2. I do not have a password or I forgot mine, how do I find it?
Just click the “Forgot your password?” link on the login screen.
3. What if I do not have an email address or did not put one on my application?
If you do not have an email address you will not be able to view your account online and will be sent your confirmation materials in the mail.
4. When typing in my username and password, are they case sensitive?
Your username is NOT case sensitive, however, your password IS. Please be careful when typing in your password.
5. Where do I find my confirmation materials once I login?
After login, click on “FAQs” on the left hand side of the screen. You will be able to download the entire packet including a map and directions, a list of what to bring, all of the forms we will need from you, and everything else you will need to know before you arrive at camp. Please read over these materials carefully.
6. How do I make a payment online?
After login, click on “Make a payment” on the left hand side of the screen. Type in the amount you want to pay along with your credit card information.
7. I want to pay with credit card but do not want to type my numbers online, what do I do?
You can mail in your information or call the main office at 612-349-6585 with your credit card information at any time to make payments.
8. I received an email stating my account has been updated. I have not done anything to my account, what does this mean?
You will receive an email after anything on your account has been updated either by you or our main office. This could mean a payment has been received, your address has been updated, the spelling of your name has been corrected, etc. To make sure your account is correct, login to view your information.
9. My name/address/phone number/roommate request/etc. is wrong. How can I change it?
You are able to change your account on your own. Login to view your account, and in the “Overview” section, click on “Registration Details”. You can make the necessary changes and will need to scroll down to click on “Update My Account”. You will then see “Account Updated!” on the top of your screen to confirm you have made changes. You will also receive an email.
10. When I review my account, I see my camper is registered for the wrong camp. How do I get this corrected?
Notify our main office of the error as soon as possible. The best way is to write an email to [email protected] informing them of the wrong camp information and what the correct camp should be. Please remember to include your camper’s name. You will receive an email confirmation when the change has been made. Please allow five business days for the change go through.
11. I would like to change camps, what to I do?
otify our main office as soon as possible. The best way is to write an email to [email protected] informing them of the current camp information and what the new camp information should be. Please remember to include your camper’s name. You will receive an email confirmation when the change has been made. Please allow five business days for the change go through.
12. I have sent in my forms (Emergency, Medical History, Travel) but my account shows they are incomplete. Have you received them?
Please allow 6-10 business days after mailing your papers for them to be processed in our office. If your account does not reflect your papers being received after 10 full business days, please call the main office at 612-349-6585.
