CLINIC
Information
The Leadership Clinic generates a great deal of spirit and positive attitudes, but what’s more important is that the students come home with significant knowledge and skills they can use in assisting their directors to build better bands. In addition, students learn how to transfer what they learned to others. The curriculum is fresh and new every year, making it practical for students to return again and again!
Guest Presenters
Presenters from across the country and across varied disciplines provide this clinic a broad view on leadership both in music and in life. Guest presenters change from year to year to provide new experiences and perspectives to leadership.
Extend the experience
The Leadership Clinic takes place between camps on an SWC weekend. Extend your stay with us by attending one of our first or second-week clinics!
CURRICULUM
Features
"Breakout sessions" with electives tackling a host of topics and hands-on experience give our Leadership Clinic a more customized approach to teaching that will keep students engaged in the topics they are interested in.
Sample Sessions
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Group Psychology
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Self Analysis
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Creativity exercises
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Problem-solving
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Motivational concepts
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Solving discipline problems
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Teamwork methods
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Training student leaders
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Maturity and responsibility
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Developing communication
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Developing relationships
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Attitude and outlook
Ever-Changing Curriculum
Smith Walbridge Clinics uses a fresh curriculum each year, making it practical for students to return again and again, while always learning new concepts and strategies.
Clinic Schedule
Below is an example of an average day schedule. For a more exact layout, go to our Information Documents page and download the PDF
6:45 am Breakfast
1:30 pm Classes
6:30 pm Classes
8:30 pm Recreation Time
8:30 am Classes
12:15 pm Lunch
5:00 pm Dinner
7:45 pm Classes conclude
11:00 pm Lights Out
Clinic Schedule
Below is an example of an average day schedule. For a more exact layout, go to our Information Documents page and download the PDF
6:45 am Breakfast
12:00 pm Lunch
5:00 pm Dinner
7:45 pm Classes conclude
11:00 pm Lights Out
8:30 am Classes
1:30 pm Classes
6:30 pm Classes
8:00 pm Recreation Time
For Your Information
If you are in need or more information, please download our information PDF's for more details. If you have a question, you may want to see if there is already an answer on our FAQ page. If you are looking for transportation information, please go to our Transportation page.
PRICES
Eastern Illinois University - Charleston IL
No session 2023
COMMUTER
Includes all instruction, and lunch and dinner each day
n/a
RESIDENT
Includes all instruction,
housing, and meals
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​(Staying with us on campus. Most common selection.)
n/a
NON- PARTICIPANT
Includes housing and all meals
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(For sponsors, bus drivers, directors, or coaches not taking classes)