Y-Sport: Disciple Athletes — A More Excellent Way is a three-day camp at BYU designed for young athletes who want to be excellent, not just in their sport, but in their life. Every athlete faces obstacles such as fear of failure, perfectionism, burnout, and questions of self-worth. Y-Sport addresses these struggles through an intentional integration of gospel principles and sport psychology, helping athletes learn how to bring their faith into their sport, shaping how they think, compete, and respond under pressure.

Through this experience, athletes will gain practical tools and discover who they truly are, why they compete, and how to keep going when it gets hard. The camp features small group mentoring, hands-on sport labs, inspiring talks, devotionals, and a keynote from an elite athlete who models what it looks like to compete with both excellence and character. Athletes will also receive expert instruction in the exercise sciences including sports nutrition, biomechanics, and injury prevention, giving them the physical tools to train smarter, perform better, and take care of the bodies God gave them. Your athlete will leave with their faith strengthened, a clearer sense of identity and purpose, and the resilience to face whatever comes next.

Meals will be provided, housing will not be provided.

More information to come!

General Schedule

DAY 1 — INNER LIFE (Thursday, May 28)

10:00 a.m. Check-in + snacks
10:30 a.m. Welcome + camp overview
11:00 a.m. Theme Talk: Identity & Purpose
12:15 p.m. Small Group Discussion
12:45 p.m. Lunch
1:45 p.m. Lab #1
3:15 p.m. Snack Break
3:45 p.m. Goal-Setting Workshop
5:00 p.m. Day 1 Closing

DAY 2 — RELATIONAL LIFE (Friday, May 29)

8:00 a.m. Day 2 Overview
8:30 a.m. Theme Talk: Love
9:45 a.m. Lab #2
11:30 a.m. Small Group Discussion
12:00 p.m. Biomechanics Workshop
12:30 p.m. Nutrition Workshop
1:00 p.m. Lunch
2:00 p.m. Theme Talk: Joy
3:15 p.m. Small Group Discussion
3:45 p.m. Lab #3
5:15 p.m. Day 2 Closing

DAY 3 — THE FORWARD LIFE (Saturday, May 30)

8:00 a.m. Day 3 Overview
8:30 a.m. Theme Talk: Discipline
9:45 a.m. Lab #4
11:30 a.m. Small Group Discussion
12:00 p.m. Lunch + Flag Decorating
1:00 p.m. Travel to West Campus
1:30 p.m. Great Race Intro
2:10 p.m. Great Race
3:10 p.m. Snack Break
3:25 p.m. Great Race Continued
4:15 p.m. Transition
4:30 p.m. Golgotha Capstone
5:15 p.m. Reflection + Testimony Meeting
5:45p.m. Post-Camp Survey
6:00 p.m. Transition to Dinner
6:30 p.m. Family Dinner Reception

Check-In

Check in will be at 10:00a.m. at RB 267

Pick-Up

Camp ends at 8:00 p.m. on Saturday following a Family Dinner Reception at the BYU Wilkinson Center

Parents: After checkout time, participants will not be required to have special permission to leave
campus. Please make arrangements to pick up your young athletes on time. You can pick up your child at the Smith Fieldhouse at 7:00-8:00 p.m. if they do not need to check out of their dorm room.

Cancellations and Refunds

To cancel a registration, you may self-cancel by logging into your Active account. You may also email our office at sportscamps@byu.edu. Your registration is not cancelled until you receive an email confirmation.  If a program is cancelled, a full refund will be given, minus the 10% nonrefundable portion of camp tuition.  Brigham Young University cannot be held responsible for any change or cancellation charges required by airlines, travel agencies, or other institutions.

Only a participant and his or her parents have authority to request a refund. Full refunds, minus the 10% nonrefundable portion of camp tuition ($20 minimum), will be given on all cancellations requested by 5 p.m. 14 days before camps begins. No refunds will be given after this deadline.

Standards

Participants attending BYU Sports Camps must maintain the standards of Brigham Young University (i.e., high standards of honor, integrity, language, and morality; abstinence from tobacco, alcohol, coffee, tea, and harmful drugs; and modesty in dress). A clean and well-groomed appearance should be maintained. Sport-appropriate performance attire is acceptable during training and practice sessions; tanks/shirts must be worn at all times. Dress standards such as knee-length shorts and shirts with sleeves are enforced in other areas of campus and camp participants should be prepared to change into the appropriate attire as required.

The following are the responsibilities of each participant: Maintain respectful attitudes toward
coaches, counselors, and all other individuals; demonstrate proper use of university equipment and facilities; attend camp sessions and activities; follow instructions; respect curfews; dress modestly; refrain from vulgar and profane language; and come prepared to observe the BYU Honor Code.

While cell phones are permitted at camp, participants are required to be respectful in their use of cell phones. Phones should not be used during practice or other inappropriate times. Participants must respect the privacy of others, including being courteous while taking photos and recording videos. Capturing photos and videos in restrooms, locker rooms, or other changing areas is prohibited. Failure to comply with these policies and to be respectful of the privacy of others will result in dismissal.

Due to safety and liability concerns, any participant found in or entering campus construction areas will be subject to immediate dismissal.

Security Rules

Participants should be aware of the following rules and precautions:

➢ Do not bring a large sum of money or expensive items to camp.
➢ Do not leave equipment unattended, except in designated secure locations.
➢ Do not walk alone on campus or leave campus unattended (without a counselor, coach, or
other camp staff member).
➢ Write your name clearly on all items you will be bringing to camp.

Brigham Young University is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

Insurance

Brigham Young University does not provide medical insurance for sports camps participants. Medical expenses incurred as a result of participating in a BYU sports camp are the responsibility of the family of each camp participant. Participants must carry primary insurance during camp or be self-insured. Expenses for treatment paid by BYU must be reimbursed to the university no later than August 31, 2026.

Illnesses and Injuries

Experienced athletic trainers will be on hand to treat injuries that may occur during workouts. For serious injuries, participants may be taken to the Utah Valley Regional Medical Center. Athletes are encouraged to begin strength, flexibility, and nutritional training prior to camp to minimize the risk of injury during camp. It is the camp participant’s responsibility to follow the trainers’ instructions.

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