🏀 Elite HoopLife Camp – for ambitious players

Elite HoopLife Camp is a camp that offers real and concrete development opportunities. It is designed for players who stand out in their clubs and are part of the main game rotation in their age groups
(starting five players or 6th–8th players in the team rotation).

🎯 Elite HoopLife Camp is intended for:

• 🏀 players with advanced basketball skills,

• ⏱️ players who spend significant minutes on the court in their club games,

• 🔥 athletes who treat basketball seriously and with a long-term mindset.

❌ If, however:

• you play little or only occasionally,

• you are not regularly selected for the lineup,

• or you are just beginning your basketball journey,

👉 the ideal choice for you will be HoopLife Skills Camp, which is better suited to your current stage of development.

❓ Not sure if Elite Camp is right for you?
If you are unsure whether your skills are sufficient to participate in ELITE CAMP, go to the Contact section and send us a message including:

• 📅 age,

• 📏 height,

• 🏀 club,

• 🎥 a link to a short video (approx. 1 minute) showing:

  • ball handling or shooting,

  • or a move finished with a shot.

✅ Just 1 minute of footage is enough for us to help choose the HoopLife camp best suited to you, where you will develop the most.

🔥 What to Expect at the ELITE CAMP

During the first days of the ELITE CAMP, you will quickly discover just how deeply we love basketball. 🏀 You will notice that we, as coaches, genuinely care about your development — helping you become a better player, learn new skills, and gain valuable on-court and off-court experience. 💪

We place a strong emphasis on creating a unique and motivating atmosphere for both high-level training and intense game competition. At our camp, you will train hard, play at full speed, and give 100% commitment every single day. 🔥
We strongly believe that great defense builds great offense — only through disciplined, aggressive defense can camp participants truly push each other to improve on the offensive end of the floor. 🛡️➡️🏀

🇺🇸 A desire to travel to or play in the USA is NOT a requirement to participate in the ELITE CAMP. This camp is created for players who are highly motivated to improve, regardless of their future path.
It is entirely your personal choice whether you apply the knowledge and experience gained at the camp to your current club, or use it as a stepping stone toward a

• 📅 July 22, 2026 – Day 0 – Travel Wednesday

  🚍 Arrival in Kórnik by own transport or pickup from PKP / PKS stations in Poznań
  🏨 Check-in: approx. 4:00–6:00 PM
  🍽️ Dinner: 7:00 PM
  🎤 Official opening & organizational meeting: 8:00 PM
  🏀 Introductory training session: 8:30–10:30 PM

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  📅 July 23, 2026 – Day 1 – Introductory Thursday

  🍳 Breakfast: 7:30–8:30 AM
  🏀 Morning training: 9:30 AM–12:30 PM
  🍽️ Lunch: 1:30–2:30 PM
  🏀 Afternoon training: 3:30–6:30 PM
  🍽️ Dinner: 7:30–8:30 PM
  🧘 Evening recovery & regeneration

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  📅 July 24, 2026 – Day 2 – Intense Friday

  🍳 Breakfast: 7:30–8:30 AM
  🏀 Morning training: 9:30 AM–12:30 PM
  🍽️ Lunch: 1:30–2:30 PM
  🏀 Afternoon training: 3:30–6:30 PM
  🍽️ Dinner: 7:30–8:30 PM
  🧘 Evening recovery & regeneration

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  📅 July 25, 2026 – Day 3 – Recovery Saturday

  🛌 Day off from basketball training
  🏊 Swimming pool & recovery session before Night League
  🏖️ Entertainment: beach volleyball & American football at Lake Kórnik
  🔥 Bonfire evening
  📝 NIGHT LEAGUE DRAFT

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  📅 July 26, 2026 – Day 4 – Intense Sunday

  🍳 Breakfast: 7:30–8:30 AM
  🏀 Morning training: 9:30 AM–12:30 PM
  🍽️ Lunch: 1:30–2:30 PM
  🌙 Night League – Round 1: 3:30–6:30 PM
  🍽️ Dinner: 7:00–8:00 PM
  🌙 Night League – Round 2: 8:30–11:00 PM

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  📅 July 27, 2026 – Day 5 – Game Monday

  🍳 Breakfast: 7:30–8:30 AM
  🏀 Morning training: 9:30 AM–12:30 PM
  🍽️ Lunch: 1:30–2:30 PM
  🌙 Night League – Round 3: 3:30–6:30 PM
  🍽️ Dinner: 7:00–8:00 PM
  🌙 Night League – Round 4: 8:30–11:00 PM

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  📅 July 28, 2026 – Day 6 – Smart Tuesday

  🧠 Day off from games
  🏀 Basketball contests:
  • 3-Point Shooting Contest 🎯
  • Skills Challenge 🏃‍♂️
  • King of the Court (1v1) 👑
  🚣 Kayaking, 🏖️ beach activities, 🏊 swimming pool

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  📅 July 29, 2026 – Day 7 – Hardcore Wednesday

  🍳 Breakfast: 8:00 & 8:30 AM
  🏀 Morning training: 9:30 AM–12:30 PM
  🍽️ Lunch: 1:30–2:30 PM
  🏀 Afternoon training: 3:30–6:30 PM
  🍽️ Dinner: 7:00–8:00 PM
  🌙 Night League – Round 5: 8:30–11:00 PM

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  📅 July 30, 2026 – Day 8 – Exciting Thursday

  🍳 Breakfast: 8:00 & 8:30 AM
  🎓 USA scholarship clinics: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
  🍽️ Lunch: 1:30–2:30 PM
  🏀 Afternoon training: 3:30–6:30 PM
  🍽️ Dinner: 7:00–8:00 PM
  🏆 Night League semifinals: 8:30–11:00 PM

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  📅 July 31, 2026 – Day 9 – Closing Friday

  🍳 Breakfast: 8:00 & 8:30 AM
  🏀 Final activities & closing games: 9:00–10:30 AM
  🎉 Official closing ceremony: 11:00 AM
  🚌 Bus departure to Poznań & participants’ departure: 12:00–12:30 PM

Accommodation at Primary School No. 1 in Kórnik, just 300 meters (1–2 min walk) from the sports hall and swimming pool
✔ 3 meals per day (breakfast, lunch, dinner) + late-night extra meal if needed (cereal, milk, peanut butter, jam, bread)
✔ Water provided during all trainings and games
✔ Night League games competing for the Team Cup
✔ ALL-STAR GAME participation for every player on the final day
✔ 24 individual awards & distinctions
✔ Individual trophies & awards (MVP + Top 5 Players)
✔ Physiotherapy & treatment for minor injuries
✔ 3 swimming pool sessions + recovery activities
✔ Bonfire on the day off from training
✔ Commemorative white Lycra T-shirt for every participant
✔ 1 career consultation with HoopLife Scouts
✔ 1 group session with a sports psychologist
✔ 1 individual consultation with a sports psychologist
✔ Reversible game jersey with player’s surname
✔ Personal accident insurance (NNW)
  • PLN 10,000 (PLN 100 per 1% injury)
  • PLN 10,000 medical & rehabilitation cost reimbursement
  • Powered by SafeSport.pl
✔ Full Night League game statistics
✔ Optional transfer from Poznań Main Railway Station (PKP) to Kórnik

✖ Transportation to Kórnik and/or Poznań
✖ Return travel costs from Kórnik and/or Poznań
✖ Rental costs for kayaks and pedal boats (optional activities)
✖ Participation fee for the paintball game on the second day off (optional)

🌙🏀 Night League – Real Competition

The Night League is a form of serious, high-level competition, requiring 100% commitment on both defense and offense. 🛡️🔥
Players who do not put in consistent effort on the defensive end will receive less playing time than those who work hard, compete, and sacrifice defensively. Defense matters here. 💪

👥 Teams will consist of a maximum of 7–8 players.
⏱️ Games will be played with shortened game time, due to limited rotations and the high intensity of competition.

📝 The Night League is preceded by a Draft.
The draft allows players to form teams and select a team captain. 🧢
The captain, together with the rest of the team, is responsible for setting basic plays, defining roles, and adjusting the team’s playing style to maximize performance.

⭐ Team captains will be selected during the first two days of training.
Captains are chosen from the most outstanding players, usually those who are older or more experienced, and who naturally show leadership on and off the court. 👑

🚍 Transportation Options

🚗 Private Transport
Arrival and return by private car with a parent or parents.

🚆 Train
Travel to Poznań by train, then transfer to the HoopLife Bus at Poznań Main Railway Station (PKP).
After the camp, return transfer from Kórnik to Poznań is provided.

🚌 Bus
Travel to Poznań by bus, then transfer to the HoopLife Bus at Poznań Main Railway Station (PKP).
After the camp, return transfer from Kórnik to Poznań is provided.

✈️ Air Travel – Poznań
Arrival at Poznań Airport – additional charge applies (Uber or private driver costs extra).

✈️ Air Travel – Warsaw / Berlin
Arrival at Warsaw Airport or Berlin Airport available upon special request.

📝 Registration & Payment Process

1. The first step is to register for the camp in the “Camps” section on our website.

2. After submitting the registration form, you will receive a confirmation email at the email address provided during registration.

3. To guarantee a place at the camp (after completing and submitting the application), a PLN 500 deposit is required. Without the deposit, the place will not be reserved or guaranteed.

4. The second payment must be made to the Organizer by June 1, 2026.

5. The final (third) payment must be made by July 6, 2026, i.e. 14 days (two weeks) before the camp begins.

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💰 Refund Policy

• A full refund (deposit, second payment, and final payment) will be issued only in the case of a documented injury or chronic illness, submitted to the Organizer by July 6, 2026.

• In the case of a documented injury or chronic illness submitted after July 6, 2026, a partial refund will be issued, reduced by the deposit amount (PLN 1,000).

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🏀 Preparation Guidelines

• Participants are strongly advised to avoid contact-based team basketball games approximately 14 days before the camp.

• We recommend implementing preparatory training 21–30 days before the camp, as well as a 5-day rest period prior to the start of the camp to ensure full recovery.

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🔄 Participant Replacement

• If participation becomes impossible (reported after July 6, 2026), it is possible to replace the registered player with another interested participant willing to join the camp at short notice.

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📄 Required Documents

After registration, participants will automatically receive all necessary documents via email. Please carefully review all provided information.
The email will include:

• Agreement

• Camp Regulations

• Parent/Legal Guardian Declaration

• Participant Qualification Form

Additionally, please send a photo or scan of the basketball health card.
If you do not have a Polish basketball health card, please submit a declaration accepting full responsibility for the participant’s health during the camp.

To complete all formal requirements, we kindly ask that all documents be completed and emailed to us before the camp begins as scanned copies to:
📧 aleksander.mrozik8@gmail.com

These documents are required for inspections by the Education Authority and the Sanitary and Epidemiological Services.

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🚍 Transportation Coordination

The final stage of pre-camp communication will concern arrival and departure arrangements.
By July 6, we will contact you via email and SMS to confirm the participant’s method of arrival and departure.

In the reply, we will ask you to choose one of the following three transportation options:

1. Private transport – by car

2. Train travel – including train details and arrival time

3. Bus travel – including carrier details and arrival time

Transportation costs are covered by the participant.
For options 2 (train) and 3 (bus), we offer free pickup in Poznań and transport to Kórnik (camp location).

📍 Meeting point: Poznań Main Railway Station (PKP Poznań Główny)
📅 Date: July 22, 2026
🕑 Transfer times: 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM (depending on the arrival time of the last participant)

The camp officially begins with dinner at 7:00 PM on July 22, 2026.

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🏁 Camp End & Return Travel

The camp ends on July 31, 2026 at 12:00 PM.

For participants returning home by train or bus, transport will be provided from the camp location to the railway or bus station.

For participants with earlier departure tickets (before 2:00 PM), individual transport will be arranged as a special additional transfer.