Leaders & Best

Leadership & Inspiration for Student-Athletes
Age 16-18 (rising sophomores and above)
June 27 - July 1

Leaders & Best is a five-day leadership summit for rising high school sophomores and above.

This session offers an uplifting and intensive opportunity for student athletes to connect with peers, mentors, coaches, and inspiring speakers to deepen interpersonal, and leadership skills. ‘Leaders’ will explore public speaking, present/lead panel discussions, interact with youth mentors, and participate in peer to peer on court coaching sessions. Participants will begin the evolution from student to leader, laying the foundation for planning to work in the sports and entertainment industry, or continuing their journey to potentially becoming a college athlete. Students will dive deeper into topics impacting today’s high school students including mental health, diversity, racism in sports and more. Leaders & Best graduates have the opportunity to apply to be Leaders or Counselors in Arrow Wood’s camp programs.

Enrollment is limited to 100 Leaders.

What to Expect:

Morning Workouts with college-level strength and conditioning coaches
Team Building Sessions
Peer Led Panel Discussions
Daily Inspirational Speakers
Nighttime ‘Camp’ Activities including bonfires and socials
Downtime to use our athletic facilities for workouts/games with likeminded athletes

Key Takeaways:

Individual Video Portfolio produced in conjunction with our digital media staff
Connecting with like-minded peers
Interaction with College Athletes & Coaches
Continuing Education & Access to Arrow Wood Speakers and Staff

Speaker Spotlight

Throughout the week 'Leaders' will be exposed to business executives, coaches, athletes, and sports professionals. At our informal and intimate lakeside setting, participants will have the opportunity to not only listen but to ask questions and interact.

Rod Payne

The Captain

What it means to be the Captain? Former Super Bowl Champion, University of Michigan All-American

Born in Miami, Rod left sunny South Florida to enroll at the University of Michigan thousands of miles away from home. That journey ended up with him being captain of the Michigan football team in 1996, an honor he has called the greatest of his life.

Mike Rutenberg

The Coach

From Cornell to the NFL Linebackers Coach – NY Jets

Known for his infectious energy, Coach Rudy will offer his insights to future 'leaders' and enlighten Camp Arrow Wood on his journey from being a lightweight football player at Cornell, to a college stint in New Mexico, to a longtime NFL assistant.

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