Nike Swim Camp at Fairfield University Fairfield, Connecticut
Located only one hour from New York City, the Nike Swim Camps at Fairfield University offer competitive swimmers a challenging yet fun session of swim technique and training.
Upon arrival at camp, campers are placed in groups with other swimmers having similar abilities and goals. Our camp staff will do their best to accommodate your needs, keeping in consideration your experience and desire to improve.
Highlights Include
- Stroke technique refinement for competitive swimming
- Low camper to staff ratio and 24 hour supervision
- Small group and individual stroke analysis/instruction
- Every camper receives a Nike Camp T-shirt and Nike Swim Cap
- Every camper is eligible to receive merit-based prizes during camp
Camp Director
Jeremy Howard
In September 2012, Jeremy Howard will begin his third consecutive year as an assistant coach for the Men's and Women's Swim Teams at Fairfield University. Howard also served as a volunteer assistant during the Stags’ 2003-04 season.
Howard brings with him a wealth of coaching experience at the youth level. In 2008-09 he was the Head Swim Coach at the Westport/Weston Family Y. Before that he spent four years at the Darien YMCA as the Head Age Group Coach and Master's team Head Coach. Howard has also coached at Roton Point Club, the Fairfield YMCA, and Trumbull High School. In 2006 he was the Race Director for the Coast to Coast: A Run for Survivorship Marathon.
In addition to his coaching experience, Howard is one of the top amature triathletes in the country. In November 2011 he was the first American finisher and 5th overall at the Ultraman World Championships in Kona, HI.
He was a member of the last University of Kansas Men's swim team in 2000-01 and graduated in 2003 with a Bachelor's Degree in History and a Bachelor's Degree in English. In 2010 Jeremy received an M.A. in Education from Sacred Heart University.
DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE:
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Team Discount: If five or more campers register together, as a group by mail or fax, each camper will receive a $25 discount. Click “Get Brochure” above and print the application. All applications must be received at the same time via mail or fax. If all members of your group pay with a Visa or MasterCard, feel free to fax your applications to 415-479-6061 to expedite processing. Late or individual registrations are not eligible to receive the group discount.
A detailed camper registration packet containing check-in location, health/release forms, emergency contact info, and a list of things to bring will be emailed to all registered campers prior to camp.
- Check-in takes place between 8:30-9:00am on Monday.
- Camp concludes at 4:00pm on Thursday
Sample Daily Schedule
- 8:50 am Day Campers arrive, stretch
- 9:00 am Opening Comments and Discussion
- 9:15 am Morning swim session
- 11:00 am Dry Land and Flexibility Exercises
- Noon Lunch, rest and free time
- 2:00 pm Afternoon swim session
- 4:00 pm Day campers depart
Jody G.
Awesome!
“The small group instruction is the best way to learn. It is fun being with other campers and coaches who are able to work with us one-on-one when needed. Awesome camp!!”
Parent of Fairfield University Camper
Definitely be back.
“My daughter was very impressed with the coaching staff and how they took a personal interest in each swimmer. We will definitely be back next year!”