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St. Olaf Magazine | Winter 2024

Register Now for Summer Camps at St. Olaf

Do you have a middle school or high school student interested in expanding their skills in the fine arts or athletics? Better yet, do you want to give them a taste of what it’s like to be an Ole? Register now for one of our summer camps!

Designed for middle school and high school students, these camps will help refine students’ athletic or artistic skills. Whether your student is interested in athletics or fine arts, our talented coaches and faculty are eager to share their expertise and welcome your camper to the Hill.

Registration is open now. A sneak peek of each camp is below. Visit stolaf.edu/camps for more information and to register.

Summer 2024 programs include:

MUSIC ACADEMY | ST. OLAF MUSIC FACULTY
June 16-22, 2024
The St. Olaf Music Academy provides an opportunity for highly skilled high school choir, band, and orchestra musicians from across the nation to take part in an exciting week of music-making led by the conductors of our internationally acclaimed ensembles. St. Olaf Band Conductor Henry Dorn, Manitou Singers Conductor Therees Tkach Hibbard, and St. Olaf Orchestra Conductor Chung Park, as well as a team of other talented St. Olaf music faculty, will challenge and inspire campers to take their music-making to the next level. Campers will attend classes, one-on-one lessons, rehearsals, master classes, and participate in large ensemble (band, orchestra, choir) and small ensemble (quartet, quintet) experiences. Student and faculty recitals will take place each evening, followed by signature St. Olaf activities led by current students. The week will culminate with an inspiring final concert in Boe Chapel, open for families and friends to attend! 


SWIM CAMPS | COACH BOB HAUCK ’87
June 9-13 | June 16-20 | June 23-27, 2024
In its 41st year, St. Olaf Swim Camps with head coach Bob Hauck ’87 offer two specialized camps — Stroke Technique and High Performance — geared toward middle and high schoolers who have been swimming competitively in a club or high school program and have yet to complete their senior year of high school. Both camps teach skill development, provide video analysis, improve strength and flexibility through dry-land exercises, and promote overall nutrition and wellness. Swim training is complemented by signature St. Olaf community-building activities. On the final day, parents and families can return to the Hill for the final swim meet and witness their camper’s progress!


VOLLEYBALL CAMPS | COACH EMILY FOSTER
June 11, June 14-16 | July 8-10 | July 19-21, 2024
St. Olaf Volleyball Camps, led by eight-year head coach Emily Foster, offer a high-energy and positive environment designed for experienced middle and high school volleyball players who are ready to learn technical skill development, gain greater playing experience, and prepare for the upcoming high school season. In addition, Foster will lead campers through two “Mind Gym” sessions, which build mental strength and resilience to gain an advantage over the competition. St. Olaf Volleyball Camps are a chance to learn about volleyball, meet new people, and make a connection with Ole athletes.


DIVE CAMP | COACH GABE KORTEUM ’02
July 14-18, 2024
St. Olaf Dive Camp with Coach Gabe Korteum ’02 is a highly specialized camp with a comprehensive approach that includes pool time, dry-land and weight training, dry-board practice, video review, and classroom sessions to improve all aspects of dive performance. This camp is designed for divers who have been diving competitively in an association or school program for at least one season. Families are invited to the final dive meet at the conclusion of camp.


TENNIS CAMPS | COACH JOEY KRONZER ’16
June 17-21 |  July 8-12 | July 15-19, 2024
St. Olaf Tennis Camp is an elite, co-ed tennis camp, meticulously crafted for ambitious players eager to elevate their game to new heights. The program integrates a dynamic on-court curriculum, instant impact strategies, video analysis, and mental training to foster comprehensive player development. With a focus on creating a holistic learning experience, participants will gain insights into both singles and doubles tactics, supported by in-depth analyses of college and professional match footage. Join us on the journey to unlock your full potential on the court.