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New Client Camps
Ready to take your kicking or punting to the next level?
Join Wilhoit Kicking Academy for one of our upcoming training camps, designed for athletes of all ages and skill levels across Tennessee. Led by former University of Tennessee standout James Wilhoit, along with coaches Aaron Medley and Charles Campbell, each camp focuses on technique, strength, accuracy, and confidence.
Our New Client Camps are the most effective way to introduce athletes to The Wilhoit Way. In groups of 12–16 with an assistant coach, athletes learn core fundamentals, gain immediate feedback, and benefit from a high-energy environment where they improve by watching and competing with their peers. New specialists can enter through these camps or through our Summer Specialist Camps in Memphis, Knoxville, Nashville, or Chattanooga.
Our mission is simple — get to know you, teach the proven Wilhoit method, and help you reach your potential as a high school, college, or future NFL kicker.
Whether you’re preparing for your next season, aiming for college exposure, or just starting out, our camps give you hands-on coaching, personalized feedback, and a proven path to improvement.
March 28-29
Brentwood Academy
219 Granny White Pike,
Brentwood, TN
July 10-11
Brentwood Academy
219 Granny White Pike,
Brentwood, TN
Summer Specialists Camps
Most high school coaches will admit that they know very little about the technique of kicking and punting. High School kicking specialists get placed on a field during practice and are asked to kick on their own. Lots of times they don’t know what to practice, how many balls to kick, or what to correct when they are unsuccessful.
The Summer Specialists Camp is a perfect way for kickers and punters to gain kicking technique and strategy for their upcoming high school season. These camps are designed for middle school and high school kickers ages 10-18 years old. Attendance at one of these camps, you would qualify you for Wilhoit 2027 training programs.
Nashville - May 29-30 - Summer Camp 2026
Brentwood Academy
219 Granny White Pike,
Brentwood, TN
Nashville - June 5-6 - Summer Camp 2026
Location: Blackman High School
Knoxville - June 11-12 - Summer Camp 2026
Location: Knoxville Catholic High School
Memphis - June 13-14 - Summer Camp 2026
Location: TBA
Chattanooga: June 19-20 - Summer Camp 2026
Location: McCallie School
Annual Training Programs
The Wilhoit Training Programs are how we train our kickers. This is a year-long, bundled training service designed to clearly outline which camps athletes should attend and the level of commitment required to develop into an elite-level specialist.
This program works — but it only works if you work. The structure provides a clear framework through shared training sessions and camps, but nothing replaces consistent work on the field and full commitment in the weight room.
All training, camps, and services are included for the entire year. While the upfront cost is higher, it reflects the comprehensive, bundled nature of the program and the long-term investment in athlete development.
Proven System: 92 specialists committed to the Wilhoit Training Program in 2024 & we only have a few spots left for 2025!
Medley Underclassmen Program 2026
Brentwood Academy
219 Granny White Pike,
Brentwood, TN
Wilhoit College Training Program
The Wilhoit College Training Program is designed for serious kickers who are preparing for the next level and want consistent, high-quality coaching throughout the Summer and Fall seasons.
This program gives athletes direct access to The Wilhoit Way — combining in-person training with detailed video analysis to ensure continued improvement, accountability, and confidence when it matters most.
Wilhoit College Training Program - April 19, May 3 & 17, 2026
Location: TBA
Testimonials
“We started training with Wilhoit Kicking Academy when our son Upton was in the 7th grade. The coaching, development of fundamentals, and mentoring were just a few of the many reasons we chose to work with James.
Coach Wilhoit was not just a great former Tennessee Vol place-kicker. He is a teacher of the game. He has always had a gift for meeting the athlete at his talent level and maximizing his potential. He communicates in a way where each kid can understand and excel if they are willing to put in the work and time.
Wilhoit Kicking Academy is a key factor in the success of our son. Ten years later, Upton still relies on James at every level to guide him through technical assistance and the many different elements of the game at every level of play. He trains middle school, high school, college, and NFL kickers. We depend on his advice in critical moments. I highly recommend James Wilhoit and Wilhoit Kicking Academy to any kicker on their journey to be the best!”
~Keith Bellenfant
Father of Upton Bellenfant
“My son Tommy started kicking with Coach Wilhoit in 7th grade. Growing up as a talented soccer player, the transition was seamless for both. Tommy is now graduating as a top 7 ranked kicker in the country in both ranking services with a full scholarship offer to a D1 program with intentions of starting as a freshman. Coach Wilhoit is a significant factor in this success. He taught him the discipline needed technically as well as mentally. The one on one attention, combined with small groups (competition) of similarly talented kickers and camps continued to motivate Tommy to get to this level. Beyond that, Coach Wilhoit has become recognized as one of the top producers of high school kickers in the country. College coaches now seek him out for his next crop, which is critical for the recruiting process. If you are within a 4 hour drive and your child is remotely interested in becoming a reliable high school kicker or beyond, this is the only coach for you! His results speak for themselves.
~Ryan Bauchiero~
Training Location
Brentwood Academy
Brentwood, TN
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1.865.310.2750
JamesWilhoit@gmail.com
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