The Factory
WHERE CHAMPIONS ARE BUILT
XC Track & Field Overnight Training Camp
Get ready for a training experience like no other! The Factory is an overnight training camp built for distance athletes, mid-distance, & sprinters. Camps are led by experienced coaches & world-class athletes in a fun & competitive environment. We offer two independently run camps- one for Middle School/High School athletes, & the other for Collegiate athletes. Camps include dorm style housing, 3 meals a day, & access to campus facilities. This camp amps up the excitement with “The Games”- high-stakes competitions with big cash prizes! Reserve your spot today!
Location: St. Thomas Aquinas College (Sparkhill, NY)
When: July 5th - August 8th, 2026
Each camp runs from Sunday at 5pm to Saturday at 2pm
Available Weeks
Daily Schedule
6:30-8:30 AM : Training Session 1. 8:30-9:15 AM : Breakfast. 9:30-12:00 PM : Camps (Employment) / Free Time. 12:00-1:30 PM : Lunch 1:30-2:30 PM : Seminars / Workshops / Guest Speakers 2:30-3:30 PM : The Games (Optional) 3:30-5:00 PM : Training Session 2 or Yoga / Cycling. 5:00-6:30 PM : Dinner 7:00-8:15 PM: The Games (Optional)
Camp Gallery
Coaches:
Our coaches will be announced periodically starting Oct 15th, 2025. New coaches will also be added to the “Coaches” tab on our website.
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What makes us special:
Employment Opportunities
Employment opportunities including working with our 6-12 year old youth camps, residential job assignments, social media content creation, and more. None of the jobs will conflict with the training schedule. Must have paid a deposit to apply for a job and must meet payment deadlines to retain a offer.
Transportation Assistance
Our team provides airport pickups and drop-offs for athletes flying in from out of state, ensuring a smooth arrival and departure process. In addition, daily transportation to and from practice locations is provided through a licensed and trusted school bus company.
Flexible Schedule
Registration is separate for each week; Each camp runs from Sunday at 5pm to Saturday at 2pm. Participants are allowed to stay through the full 5 weeks but we separate the camps into 5 one week segments to help provide flexibility for individuals with planned vacations or other summer commitments.
Mental Health Support
We provide optional resources to support athletes’ mental, emotional, & spiritual well-being. Services include on-site counseling, sports psychology workshops, Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) gatherings, & more. All of these opportunities are optional services that athletes can access for free.
The Games
The Games" are a series of team-oriented competitions that force participants to work together for the chance to win up to $1000 per week in cash prizes. All participants receive a complementary staff shirt and running cap. Coaches can also join in on Coach Teams or compete for individual awards, as long as they’re not part of the Games Committee. Only the Games Committee will know the schedule of events, keeping surprises for everyone else!
Team Prizes
4-8 people per team
Individual Prizes
Personal achievements
Game Types
Games will not be running oriented; They may include anything from party games (ex Charades, Mafia/Warewolf...), outdoor games (ex Spikeball, Cornhole, Can-Jam..), Board Games/Card Games (Catan, 7 Wonders, Dutch Blitz...), and Video Games (Mario Party, Jackbox). Copy and paste for full Games Manual: https://docs.google.com/document/d/11JA_kstizLg56y4REmTaIDqpV0IsZVK6AQ9VXUk-zPM/edit?tab=t.0
✨ Optional but encouraged for building camaraderie!
World-Class Running Locations
Use of Local Tracks & some of NY's Finest Trails (Rockefeller Preserves, Rail Trails, Nyack Beach...)
Featured Location: Rockefeller State Park Preserve
“My favorite place in the world to run is Rockefeller State Park Preserve. The Preserve has maintained those trails in terrific condition, and you can walk or run for hours on end and never hit the same trail twice, since it's several thousand acres”
Best Value in the Nation
Starting at $895 with discounts as low as $595
Early Bird
per week
Save $100 before the New Year
Price increases $20/month starting February
Friend Discount
off each
Friend must have paid deposit $15
can only be used once per person
Academic Scholarships
Email transcript for discount
Payment Schedule
PARTICIPANTS ONLY NEED TO PUT DOWN $15 PER WEEK TO REGISTER WHICH HOLDS THEIR SPOT AND THEIR PRICE (SCROLL DOWN FOR LINK TO PLACE DEPOSIT)
Commuters
Commuters pay 50% of base price and only receive 50% of applicable discounts.
Ready to Join The Factory?
Limited to 100 spots - register early!
After registration, participants will receive medical and insurance forms to complete.
Questions? Email Joubert@rise-up-sports.com
Refund Policy
Before March 1, 2026: You may request a full refund at any time for any reason (minus the non-refundable $15 deposit).
March 1 – June 1, 2026: You are allowed a 60% refund for any reason (minus the deposit).
After June 1st, 2026: After June 1st participants can withdraw and get a full credit to be used towards another program or they may transfer registration to another.
Safety & Security
In addition to our in-house rules and residential supervision, STAC's Office of Campus Safety provides continuous, year-round security on campus. Their Safety & Security professionals respond to a variety of calls for help, from medical emergencies to suspicious activity. The team conducts foot and vehicle patrols of campus grounds, buildings, and residence halls 24 hours a day and the campus is heavily equipped with security cameras making it the optimal place to create a safe and friendly camp environment.