When do we take our child to dinner on Sunday?
You may take your child to dinner after you complete the registration process. Please make sure you do not return to the dormitory before 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 Bursley Hall. Bursley Hall is located at 1931 Duffield
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2080. Phone: 734 763-3164.
Website: Bursley Hall
** Registration time will be determined in the near future. This will be communicated within your confirmation letter.
How will campers be transported to/from the dormitory and rink?
The Red Berenson Hockey Camp will use school buses for the primary mode of transportation.
Where should commuter campers be dropped off/picked up?
Commuters should be dropped off/picked up at the Arctic Coliseum in Chelsea, MI.
Please explain the AAA groups available.
Due to NCAA rules, summer camps are open to any and all entrants (limited only by number, age, grade level and/or gender). As in the past, we will make every effort to divide campers into groups that will allow them to have an enjoyable and successful camp experience.
With the change in venue, will the camp schedule change?
With the additional ice sheet, we will be able to maintain our normal schedule - 3 hours of ice per day, chalk talk and dryland sessions. In addition, we believe the camp will be enhanced by the second ice sheet and the various options it provides - thus creating a better overall camp experience.
Will the day be longer due to travel time to/from Ann Arbor?
No, the camp day will be similar to the schedule in the past. Because campers will eat lunch and dinner in Chelsea, we will not have to take time out of the day for transportation time.
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 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 Bursley Hall (734)763-1140.
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.