Stay on Site Waterski Coaching Camp 14-19th July
Coaching camp at Cork Powerboat & Waterski Club
“This remarkable week-long camp was dedicated to promoting skill development and camaraderie among women waterskiers.”
The 2024 Waterski Coaching Camp for Women was a significant event that brought together talented female athletes to enhance their skills and foster a sense of community in the sport of waterskiing. This remarkable week-long camp was dedicated to promoting skill development and camaraderie among women waterskiers, with activities designed to both challenge and entertain the participants.
Key Participants:
Keanna McKibbin
Keziah McKibbin
Lauren Hennessy
Kate Callagy
Uma Prunty
These five athletes were dedicated attendees, actively participating in the camp's activities every day.
Andrea Wilson, Mary Angland, Adrienne Donnelly, and Eileen Galvin made up the 6th place in the camp's events. Their participation and performance added to the overall success of the camp.
Camp Experience:
Participants in the main group stayed on-site and were provided with breakfast, lunch, and dinner, ensuring they had the necessary nutrition to support their rigorous training schedules. Each day included up to three sets on the water, where the skiers practiced and refined their techniques. The day's activities culminated in a thrilling tube ride, adding an element of fun and excitement.
Dinner was served around 6 PM, followed by evenings filled with various entertainment options such as movies, card games, and the popular game Mafia, which one of the students introduced to the group. These activities helped strengthen the bonds between participants, creating a supportive and friendly environment.
Progress and Achievements:
Throughout the week, every skier made significant improvements in their skills, which are expected to be reflected in their performances during the upcoming season. The camp provided a platform for these athletes to train intensively and support each other in both Slalom and Trick Skiing disciplines, contributing to the growth and recognition of women in waterskiing.
Conclusion:
The 2024 Waterski Coaching Camp for Women not only enhanced the participants' skills but also fostered a strong sense of community and support among female waterskiers. The improvements made by the athletes during the camp are a testament to the event's effectiveness and the dedication of its participants. This camp plays a crucial role in promoting and advancing women in the sport of waterskiing.
We will be hoping to run a Male and Female Live in Waterski Coaching Camp on separate weeks in 2025.
Report by Barry Galvin Waterski Officer, Irish Waterski & Wakeboard Federation.
“I absolutely loved my week in Cork doing the girls skiing camp… We learnt how to trick ski, drive the boat and made great friends. I can’t wait for next year.”
- Uma Prunty (16)
“Thank you so much Barry and Eileen for putting together such a great camp! I had so much fun, it was a great experience and the coaching was very helpful! Thank you to women in sport for all your support, it was such a great opportunity for us.”
- Keanna McKibbin (14)
“It was an amazing camp I learned so much, had so much fun and made so many new friends, everyone made it feel like home and it was such an amazing experience.”
- Lauren Hennessy (13)
“I loved camp because it was like one big sleep over with my friends while doing my favourite sport. My highlight besides the skiing probably was playing cards with Barry, Eileen and everyone else, they made it feel so welcoming 😁”
- Kate Callagy (12)
“The beds were comfy, the room was cozy, the food was great! I had fun with all my friends and the skiing was really fun. Thank you so much it was really fun I'd love to come again”
- Keziah McKibbin (11)
