The Esports Virtual Bootcamp is an online workshop for students going into grades 9, 10, 11 and 12 (and just-graduated seniors). Camp participants will follow a daily schedule between 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. with lunch and dinner breaks. Students will learn about gaming theory, techniques, strategy, nutrition and complete in a class competition.

Any student going into grades 9, 10, 11 or 12 (or just-graduated) who has an interest in learning or expanding their knowledge and experience as esports competitors. The FREE grant-funded workshop has a separate application and selection process. Learn more about the free grant workshop HERE.

Every minute of the workshop is planned (schedule will be posted as we get closer to the workshop). There are rules for online gaming and interactions that all students and coaches must follow during the workshop.

5-Day Esports Virtual Bootcamp: $300

Middle School and High School Grant-Funded Workshops: FREE

Any Indiana middle school student going into grades 6, 7 or 8, or high school student going into grades 9, 10, 11 or 12, who has an interest in learning about or expanding their knowledge as esports professionals may apply. Preference will be given to students who best meet the grant goals. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until all 40 program participants have been selected. Students accepted into the grant-funded workshops will be notified by late May.

• All students, teachers and chaperones are to follow local, state, and federal laws while attending workshops.

• Residence Hall floor/room curfew is 11 p.m.

• Students are not to enter the Village, other residence halls or surrounding neighborhood houses during workshops.

• Opposite genders are not permitted to be on the same floor of the residence halls.

• Students will not operate their motor vehicles while at the workshop or ride in or on anyone else's personal vehicle while at workshops. This includes the use of electric scooters and other mechanical modes of transportation.

• This is a workshop and students are expected to complete assignments under given deadlines.

• CCIM Outreach and its employees may take photos during workshops to post on social media. Photos inside dorm rooms, bathrooms, etc. where privacy is expected will not be taken or posted. Student names will not be used.

• Smoking/vaping/tobacco use is prohibited during workshops.

• The use of drugs and alcohol is strictly forbidden.

• Students are expected to attend all sessions, unless sick. In such case, students must contact their RA or report directly to the CCIM Outreach office in LB 104 immediately.

• State and federal law prohibits students from tampering with fire alarms, safety, or security equipment.

• Horseplay, including excessive noise, removing window screens, and throwing items from windows, is strictly prohibited.

• Parents are responsible for any financial restitution owed to the university for property damage or lost dorm room keys.

• If students have/bring a smart phone to workshops, they will be asked to join a free "Group Me" messaging app that allows workshop leaders to send reminder messages to students about the daily schedule and events. This is a one-way communication -- students are not able to respond or send their own messages.

• In case of an emergency, students may receive individual text messages from workshop leadership (e.g. if a student is late or absent from class).

• Students are representatives of their schools and should act in accordance with all school rules and policies.

• Bullying of any kind, e.g. physical, verbal, emotional, cyber, etc., is strictly prohibited.

• Students may be dismissed from the Workshop if they are found violating any of the workshop policies.

• In the event of dismissal, parents will be notified to pick up their child immediately (regardless of the time of day or night) and refunds will not be given.