Peninsula speed, agility camp is geared toward all athletes

Flexibility and core are emphasized in monthlong camp

Marques Hunter

of the Gateway

In the past several years, the Peninsula High School football skills camp hasn’t changed much.

But this year, its focus has been more about flexibility and core exercises.

Peninsula head football coach Ross Filkins brought in yoga instructor Tami Turbull to help players of different sports develop their flexibility and functional strength. The camp also has taught players ways they can help prevent injuries.

“We’re looking at the whole athlete,” Filkins said. “We have athletes doing the class who aren’t football players. It’s all very functional.”

Along with the flexibility aspect, there are applied metrics, core metrics and other workouts that build muscle. The camp lasts and hour for younger ages and up to two hours for teenagers.

The camp started earlier this month, but those who are interested can still register for a pro-rated cost through the Peninsula Athletic Association. The camp ends Aug. 7.

“They are being exposed to a lot of different athletes,” Filkins said about the benefit of younger kids participating. “And in the end, they get a chance to compete on their own.”

The Peninsula High School football team helps with the camp while they continue to prepare for the coming fall season.

While the skills and agility camp has something for everyone, it’s geared toward athletes who are involved with a ground-based sport.

“I hope they are preventing injuries, developing team unity and becoming better athletes,” Filkins said.

Registration is still open

Teenagers and youths can still register for the speed and agility camp at Roy Anderson Field. Those who are interested can go to www.paayouth.org.