• An Official Phillies Baseball Academy Uniform: including pants, socks, cap*, division patch, and batting jersey is provided for each week that campers are enrolled. (*Softball campers receive a visor in lieu of a cap.)
• A Citizens Bank Park Tour: (Home Run, Double Play and select Softball weeks only) The Baseball Academy experience includes a trip to Citizens Bank Park. From the dugout and clubhouse, to the batting cages and Media Room, campers receive an exclusive "behind-the-scenes" look at the Ballpark as only a select few can!
• Professional Coaching and Skill Development: Professional coaching-tailored to individual levels-in baseball skills and game fundamentals bring each camper's game to the next level. Campers learn all aspects of baseball, including instruction in each position and game situations. Campers receive instruction and skill development in:
• Pitching
• Sliding
• Hitting
• Throwing
• Base Running
• Rundowns
• Fielding
• Cutoffs
• Catching
• Conditioning and Stretching
• Bunting
• Skill Development Tools: Our coaching staff provides a Personal Evaluation and Scouting Report, giving campers valuable feedback on ways to further develop and enhance skills and techniques.
• Equipment: All playing equipment is provided at camp, including professional training aids used by the Major Leaguers. Campers only need to bring a baseball glove to camp.
• Weekly Highlights: Our weekly schedule also includes Home Run Derbies and Fielding and Throwing Contests. Each week culminates in a Graduation and Awards Ceremony.
• Camper Reunion Night at Citizens Bank Park: Campers receive an invitation to reunite with fellow campers at a Phillies Game on either September 6 or 20, 2011. All Academy Members receive a personal invitation to participate in the traditional Phillies Baseball Academy Camper Parade on-field prior to their designated Phillies Game. Game tickets are available for purchase at a discounted rate for Academy Families, through a special Phillies ticket-order form.

For more information, please call 610-520-3400

Home Run Week

(for all skill levels)

The Home Run week is designed to provide overall skill instruction and training in every position. Each camper receives age-appropriate coaching in baseball fundamentals, promoting progression at his/her own pace..

The Home Run Experience includes:

• Daily Instruction: We focus on core fundamentals in fielding, throwing, base running, and batting. Our approach allows campers to workout in many defensive positions throughout the week.
• Academy Coaches and Specialists: Our experienced coaching staff provides top-notch instruction and emphasizes fun while teaching fundamentals throughout the day.
• Daily Games and Game Situations: Divisional games are played daily, allowing campers to apply skills from instruction and practice during games. Our coaching staff provides key instruction during these sessions - emphasizing position work, proper execution of fundamentals and sportsmanship.

Home Run Highlights:

• Weekly Home Run Derbies and Fielding & Throwing Contests
• Meet a Phillies Player: When visiting Citizens Bank Park, a Phillies Player offers professional tips.
• Meet a Phillies Coach: The Phillies Manager or a Phillies Coaches will instruct skill fundamentals and game strategies and share Major League stories!
• Citizens Bank Park Tour: Campers enjoy an exclusive "behind-the-scenes" tour of Citizens Bank Park.
• Weekly Graduation and Awards Ceremony
• Camper Reunion Night at Citizens Bank Park

Double Play Week

(for all skill levels)

The Double Play week takes our instructional approach a step further and offers 8-14 year-old campers the opportunity to focus on positions of their choice. (6 & 7 year-old campers receive instruction in all positions.) Campers can expect a more individualized and focused approach to core aspects of their game, including position-specific instruction on technique and game situations.

The Double Play Experience includes:

• Academy Coaches and Specialists: Our experienced coaching staff encourages each camper to focus his/her skill development by position using a positive and personalized approach and proven coaching techniques.
• Game Situations and Decision-Making: Divisional games are played daily, allowing campers to apply their skills during games. Game situations enhance campers' on-field decision-making abilities and increase their knowledge of individual position responsibilities. Emphasis is on position work, proper execution of fundamentals and sportsmanship.

Double Play Highlights:

• Weekly Home Run Derbies and Fielding & Throwing Contests
• Special Focus on Batting with Video Analysis
• Daily Instruction by Position
• Increased Individualized Instruction
• Citizens Bank Park Tour: Campers enjoy an exclusive "behind-the-scenes" tour of Citizens Bank Park.
• Weekly Graduation and Awards Ceremony
• Camper Reunion Night at Citizens Bank Park

Due to the unique instructional format of the Double Play Experience, visits by Phillies players and coaches are not offered.

Advanced Player Week

(Ages 8-14: Take Your Skills to The Next Level)

The Advanced Player week is designed to offer a high level of skill development and game play for advanced level players. Emphasis is placed on team practices and competitive game play. The program aims to take the young athlete to a higher level of play, while increasing his/her knowledge of the game of baseball.
Note: Players must have attended at least one week at a Phillies Baseball Academy camp during summer 2011. Travel team or All-Star team experience is desired.

The Advanced Player Experience includes:

• Academy Coaches and Specialists: Professional coaches lead daily team practice sessions covering all aspects of the game using proven coaching methods developed in their own.
• Daily Games with Elevated Defensive and Offensive Fundamentals: Divisional games are played daily, allowing campers to apply skills from instruction and practice during high level games. Our coaching staff focuses on proper execution of advanced fundamentals for players who are at bat, on base, and in the field. Sportsmanship is emphasized throughout the week. Games will be regulation youth league with limitations on innings pitched.

Advanced Player Highlights:

• Advanced Defense Fundamentals
• Advanced Offensive Fundamentals
• Advanced Pitching Fundamentals
• Weekly Home Run Derbies and Fielding & Throwing Contests
• Training & Conditioning (Strength/stamina)
• Special Focus on Batting and Pitching with Video Analysis
• Special Guests Speakers
• Weekly Graduation and Awards Ceremony
• Camper Reunion Night at Citizens Bank Park

Due to the unique instructional format of the Advanced Player Experience, there will be no trip to Citizens Bank Park, and visits by Phillies players and coaches are not offered.

Softball Camp For Girls

Ages 9-14 (for all skill levels)

Softball Camp offers top-notch instruction from our highly experienced and dedicated staff. Each day includes fundamental skill instruction, drills, individual position work and game play.

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Our campers learn from the very best! Our team of professionals consists of top college and high school coaches and collegiate athletes. Our staff possesses exceptional coaching skills and a commitment to the development of each camper. They encourage campers to reach their own level of accomplishment through a positive, exciting, and supportive environment. Through limited enrollment and a low camper-to-staff ratio, each camper receives the individual attention he/she deserves. Our dynamic staff is dedicated and strives to make a positive difference in the lives of children. We provide college internship opportunities for our undergraduate and graduate staff members, and we offer professional development opportunities for the teachers on our staff. For staff members, ESF (the operator of the Academy) is considered one of the finest training grounds for educators and leaders.