When do we take our child to dinner on Sunday?
You may take your child to dinner on Sunday after you register or before your child is settled into the dorm. However, you must have your child back to Yost for his/her first session on Sunday evening. If you take your child to dinner after their ice session, you must first check them out with their hockey counselor and then make sure they return to the dormitory no earlier than 7:45 pm. There will be no food service offered in the Residence Halls on Sunday. Food runs will be available in the residence hall daily after 8pm.
Where do we come to register?
You will register at Yost Arena.
What kind of roller blades does my child need – indoor wheels or outdoor wheels?
Your child will have dryland training outside, weather permitting. Whatever type of roller blades he/she has will be fine. If your child does not have roller blades, he/she will wear tennis shoes.
Does my child need to bring inline hockey gear?
Your child does not need to bring specific items of inline hockey gear. They will be asked to wear their hockey helmet and gloves during training. No additional equipment is needed. ** Goalies do not need to bring inline hockey pads – they will use their hockey blocker and catch glove.
How many campers in a room?
There are two campers in a room. Advanced reservations for occupancy are not allowed and we advise those campers who would like to room together, to register at the same time.
Are there refrigerators in each room?
There are no refrigerators in the rooms. Some campers do bring a small dorm-size refrigerator, but it is not necessary. Water, juice, or pop may be purchased from vending machines.
Can my son bring a cooler with drinks to keep in the dorm room?
Your child may bring a cooler, but it is not necessary. Water, juice, or pop may be purchased from vending machines.
Do the kids swim at all?
No. Evening activities will be planned in the residence hall.
How much spending money should I send with my child?
The amount of money is up to each parent. Only a small amount is suggested. Michigan Hockey t-shirts, sweatshirts, fleeces, etc. may be purchased at Yost Arena during registration or on the last day of camp, therefore it is not necessary to leave money for souvenirs. Some campers do purchase pizzas during their stay and others only spend a small amount on additional food. If your child brings extra money to camp, the Red Berenson Hockey Camp and the Summer Camps of Champions are not responsible if it is lost or stolen. Extra money should be kept in the dormitory.
Are meals included in the resident camper price?
Yes. Your child will be served breakfast, lunch, and dinner Monday through Wednesday. On Thursday, he/she will be served breakfast and lunch.
May I pay the balance with a credit card?
No. The Red Berenson Hockey Camp only accepts checks, money orders, or cash.
What kind of snacks should I send?
You may send snacks with your child that he/she will keep in the dorm. It is preferable that those snacks have nutritional value as your camper will have a very busy schedule with a lot of physical activity. Suggestions might be granola bars, apples, fruit snacks, etc.
Can the campers order pizzas/food to the dorms?
The campers may order pizzas/food to be delivered to the dorms. The cost will be the campers’ responsibility and this activity is organized through their dorm counselor.
What size are the beds in the dorms – twin or twin extra long?
The beds in the dorms are twin extra long - 80".
Should I send a cell phone with my child?
Cell phones are permitted, but not encouraged. There may be a working telephone in the room for your camper’s use. Pay telephones are located throughout each hall. If your child brings a cell phone to camp, the Red Berenson Hockey Camp and the Summer Camps of Champions are not responsible if it is lost, damaged, or stolen.
How do I get in touch with my child in the dorm?
There will be a telephone in the room that your camper may use. Damages occur during the summer, therefore not all rooms will have a working telephone. If you need to reach your child during the day because of an emergency, you may call the hockey office at 734-647-1201 and a message will be delivered to the camper. If you need to reach him/her in the evening and the phone in the room does not work, please call 734-764-0144 (South Quad) or 734-764-0185 (West Quad).
What is the Chalk Talk/Video session?
During the Chalk Talk/Video session, campers will talk about nutrition, training and conditioning, skills, and watch videos pertaining to hockey.
Does Coach Berenson actually participate in each week of camp?
Yes. Coach Berenson is on the ice with the campers each day and meets with the campers for one chalk talk session per week. However, for the 2010 camp season, there is a possibility that Coach Berenson wil be out of town during the 2nd week of camp (July 11-15).