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The Sports & Youth Services Department of Odisha has introduced the Kalinga Multi Sport Summer Camp 2025. Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar will host this camp, offering an excellent opportunity for kids to learn new skills, stay active, and enjoy a productive summer.
The camp includes activities such as athletics, weightlifting, basketball, kabaddi, judo, fencing, and volleyball. Participants must select one sport to focus on during the camp, ensuring they receive proper training and attention in their chosen area. This initiative by the department aims to encourage physical fitness, teamwork, and discipline among the youth of Odisha.
What is the Schedule of Kalinga Multi Sport Summer Camp?
The Kalinga Multi Sport Summer Camp will be conducted in two batches. The first batch runs from 7 April to 1 May 2025, and the second batch takes place from 2 May to 31 May 2025. Each batch lasts for a month, giving participants enough time to learn the basics and improve their techniques. The camp is open to children between 8 and 16 years of age, making it suitable for a wide range of young athletes. The summer camp will offer training in a range of sports, including athletics, weightlifting, basketball, kabaddi, judo, fencing, and volleyball.
Training sessions are scheduled from Monday to Friday, with two time slots each day: 6:30 am to 8:30 am and 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm. These timings are set to avoid the heat of the day, ensuring children can train comfortably during the summer. Registration for the camp is free, allowing children from different backgrounds to join. For the first batch, registration opens on 29 March 2025, and for the second batch, it begins on 6 April 2025. Spots are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis, so early registration is advised.
How to Register for the Camp?
Registering for the Kalinga Multi Sport Summer Camp is straightforward. Parents can sign up their children by scanning the QR codes provided for each batch. The QR code for Batch 1, which starts in April, and Batch 2, which begins in May, are available on the above poster. Scanning the code will lead to the registration form, where parents can fill in the required details. Since spots are limited, it is best to register as soon as possible to secure a place.
Batch 1 Registration: click here
Batch 2 Registration: click here
For any questions or assistance, the Sports & Youth Services Department has provided contact numbers for each sport. Parents can call these numbers to get more information or clarify doubts about the camp.
Athletics: 7008304212; Basketball: 9073083885; Judo: 9073083885; Kabaddi: 9337802781; Volleyball: 9337802781; Weightlifting: 9962248060; Fencing: 7847948554.
What are the Facilities Available at Kalinga Stadium?
Kalinga Stadium, the venue for the camp, is a top-class sports complex in Bhubaneswar. It is equipped with modern facilities, including an 8-lane synthetic athletics track, a water-based AstroTurf for hockey, courts for basketball, volleyball, and tennis, and areas for swimming and wall climbing.
Kalinga Stadium is well-known for hosting major events like the Hockey World Cup and is currently being upgraded to host the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. Its infrastructure ensures that participants have access to high-quality training grounds, making the camp a valuable experience for young athletes.
How to Reach Kalinga Stadium?
Kalinga Stadium is in the heart of Bhubaneswar, near the Nayapalli area. The stadium is close to Jayadev Vihar. For those using public transport, the nearest bus stop is Jayadev Vihar, which is a short walk from the stadium. Auto-rickshaws and taxis are also readily available in the city.
If you are traveling by train, Bhubaneswar Railway Station is about 7 kilometers away from Kalinga Stadium, a 15-20 minute drive depending on traffic. For those coming from outside the city, Biju Patnaik International Airport is approximately 5 kilometers away, making it a quick 10–15-minute drive to the stadium.
