WYKKO Summer Camp, Part III : Preparing for it.

All of our camps are a lot of fun, but they aren’t quite as fun if you don’t make some effort to prepare in advance. Below are some tips and suggestions from the WYKKO Camp Planning Team to ensure that you have a great experience at Summer Camp this year.

As you’re likely aware, both camps involve training outside regardless of the weather, and in Alabama in June, the heat and humidity can be harsh. For your own safety as well as your enjoyment of the camp, please remember to hydrate well the day before and the day of. Bring lots of water with you, and remember to take breaks as necessary.

Bring sunscreen, and also consider sunglasses and a hat.

Remember to bring shoes appropriate for training outside.

Bug spray can be a life saver!

Of course, double check right before you leave to ensure that you have your uniform, belt, weapons, fighting gear, and any safety equipment such as a mouth guard or cup..

Bring a swimsuit for relaxing at the pool after the camp.

Try to plan ahead for classes that you may want to take. There are some classes that require advance preparation. For instance, the board breaking class requires that you bring at least 10 boards with you to camp. And if you are interested in taking Sensei Lecut’s Tameshigiri class this year, you’ll have to let him know in advance and be prepared to pay for the materials. 

Shihan Mike Mangham, June 2014

If you’re planning to spend the whole day in fighting classes, you might want to take the next couple of weeks to work on building up your cardio. And if you’re interested in taking any of the test-prep classes like developing self-defense or combination routines, you should start thinking about some techniques or even some full routines.

You can always join a class which you meet the requirements for at camp without preparation. But, the more your prepare, the more you’ll get out of the event!

As always, if you have any questions, please contact me or your instructor. We are always happy to answer questions, and we all want you to have the best camp experience possible!

Osu!

Sherrie Hines, on behalf of the WYKKO Camp Planning Team.