Learn from the Best at the
Cal Swim Camp at UC Berkeley!
Come join Olympic Coach, David Marsh, this summer 2024 and learn from the Best at the Cal Swim Camp! Cal is offering four sessions of outstanding stroke technique camps this summer on the beautiful campus of the University of California, Berkeley.
Campers will split time training between UC Berkeley's, Spieker Aquatics Complex and the brand new Legends Aquatics Center, which are some of the finest outdoor facilities in the United States. The main entrance to Legends Aquatic Center is on Bancroft Ave, one block down from Spieker Pool and RSF. Parking is available in the RSF Garage located on Bancroft or metered street parking.
All Cal Sports Camps are open to any and all entrants. For your safety and benefit, we recommend you choose a camp that fits your level of development. All events are subject to change based on NCAA and Covid-19 restrictions. Due to high demand and limited capacity, prices are subject to increase as camp exceeds 25%/50%/75% capacity.
Highlights Include
- For competitive swimmers ages 9-17
- Camp emphasis on technique and drill instruction covering all four strokes, starts and turns.
- 10:1 camper to staff ratio and 24 hour supervision
- Every camper receives a camp t-shirt and swim cap
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director David Marsh
Internationally renowned swimming coach David Marsh is an associate head coach of both the men's and women's programs at Cal.
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Co-Director Kristin Marsh
Kristin Marsh swam for Cal in the late 80’s and has coached numerous clubs and high school student athletes over the last 30 years. Kristin was awarded the North Carolina High School (All Divisions) Coach of the Year in 2017. Kristin founded the Pine Lake Preparatory swim teams and quickly won 3 consecutive 1A-2A State NC championships.
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Head Coach David Durden
California men’s swimming & diving has established itself as the premier collegiate and post-graduate program in the country under the guidance of head coach David Durden, who will enter his 16th season at the helm in 2022-23. Durden is also currently serving as Cal's Acting Director of Swimming & Diving, overseeing both the men's and women's programs.
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Assistant Coach Noah Yanchulis
Noah Yanchulis joined the Cal Berkeley coaching staff in June 2023 and will serve as an assistant coach for both the men's and women's programs .
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Camp Coordinator Eloise Riley
Camp Details
SECURE YOUR SPOT!
Please note: Camp sessions SOLD OUT in 2023. You can expect a high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early. This summer, Cal is offering four sessions of day camp (9:00am-3:00pm) for ages 9-17.
2024 OVERVIEW
- Dates: June 1-2 (Sat-Sun), June 24-27 (Mon-Thurs), July 1-3 (Mon-Wed) & August 24-25 (Sat-Sun)
- Age Group: 9-17
- Gender: Coed
- Camp Type: Day Camp
- Schedule: 9:00am-3:00pm each day
- Check-In: 8:30am each day
- Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a packed lunch.
- Program: The Stroke Technique program is designed for athletes who are competitive swimmers and provide them with a better understanding of swimming fundamentals. Stroke refinement along with constructive feedback will be the focus of the camp and allows each participant to gain a greater knowledge of proper stroke mechanics and ways to improve themselves individually.
PLEASE NOTE: Participants are expected to have basic swim knowledge. These camps DO NOT teach participants how to swim. Enrollment will be limited to ensure that individuals will receive special attention and maximize their participation. For your safety and benefit, we recommend all participants have competitive swimming experience (E.G. U.S.S. Age Group, National Qualifiers, High School Swimmers, or Summer League Swimmers) with all four competitive strokes: Fly, Back, Breast and Freestyle.
CAMP ADDRESS
Legends Aquatic Center
2214 Bancroft Way
Berkeley, CA 94704
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Spieker Aquatics Complex
2301 Bancroft Way
Berkeley, CA 94704
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Parking is available in the RSF Parking Garage
as well as metered street parking. Please be aware of parking restrictions.
CAMP CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT
Check-in
- Check-in 8:30am at either Legends Aquatic Center or Spieker Aquatics Complex **your check-in location will be provided closer to camp start date**
Check-out
- Check-out will be at 3:00pm each day. There will be a brief closing ceremony at 2:30pm on the last day of camp. ALL CAMPERS must depart immediately following the closing ceremony.
There is no supervision before or after camp hours so please make arrangements to drop off and pick up your child on time.
MEALS
Lunch is NOT provided each day. Please bring a healthy lunch and snacks each day.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: Morning and afternoon training sessions
- Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours.
- Camp T-shirt & Prizes: Campers will receive a Nike Swim Camps t-shirt and prizes.
INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY
- Ratio: 1:10 staff-to-camper ratio
- Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience.
- Equipment Needed: Please bring your water swimsuit, swim cap, googles and towel(s)
- Facility: Legends Aquatic Center & Spieker Aquatic Complex
- Medical Protocol: Most camps have an athletic trainer on-site to help with illness or injury. In case of an emergency, campers will be transported to the nearest hospital.
PREPARE FOR CAMP: COMPLETE YOUR PRE-CAMP CHECKLIST
To view your customer account, complete your mandatory forms, pay balance dues, and review important camp information, visit Pre-Camp Checklist. All necessary camp information is on this page. If there are any imperative changes prior to camp start, registered campers will be notified via email and this webpage will be updated!
CHECKLIST OF THINGS TO BRING
Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment, and personal items. US Sports Camps is NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles or money.
Items:
- Dryland Training Gear (running shoes, t-shirt, athletic shorts, sweatshirt)
- Warm jacket and sweats (for possible fog during morning training sessions)
- Backpack
- Swimsuit
- Swim Cap
- Googles
- Towel
- Hat or Visor
- Sandals/ Flip Flops
- Water Bottle
- Sunscreen
- Healthy Lunch and Snacks each day
- Fins
- University of California Release Form (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
- Signed Heath & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation is not provided. Campers are responsible for getting to and from camp on their own. There is no supervision before or after camp hours so please make arrangements to pick up your child on time.
COMPANY POLICIES
For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.
NIKE SWIM CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our swim camps please see our FAQ page.
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TRANSPORTATION
The camp is not allowed to offer any transportation to and from camps. The airport closest to the Berkeley campus is Oakland International Airport; San Francisco International Airport is also within a reasonable distance. Campers are responsible for their own transportation to and from camp.
Sample Daily Schedule
- 9:00 AM Pool Session 1
- 11:30 AM Lunch
- 12:30 PM Discussion/Stretching
- 1:00 PM Dry-Land Training
- 1:30 PM Pool Session 2
- 3:00 PM Campers Depart
Spieker Aquatics Complex
The Spieker Aquatics Complex is located on Bancroft Way, between Dana St. and Ellsworth St. Upon your arrival, campers are placed in groups with other swimmers that have similiar abilities and goals. Our camp staff will do their best to accommodate your needs, keeping in consideration your experience and desire to improve.
Legends Aquatics Center
UC Berkeley's Legends Aquatics Center, is the newest and one of the finest outdoor facilities in the United States. The main entrance to Legends Aquatic Center is on Bancroft Ave, one block down from Spieker Pool and RSF. Parking is available in the RSF Garage located on Bancroft or metered street parking.
Camp Reviews
Overall Average Rating
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June 24, 2023: My kids were taught by great swimming instructors who were friendly and motivating
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June 24, 2023: Learning from amazing Coaches and Olympians
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June 30, 2023: Making new friends, learning new skills, talks
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June 24, 2023: Private lesson was a high point but loved it all!
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August 21, 2023: Learning new drills, having college kids coach them
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August 21, 2023: My daughter was excited to be around elite swimmers
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June 24, 2023: Meeting Olympic swimmer Tom Shields and seeing his gold medals
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June 19, 2023: He learned a lot from coach David Marsh talk and demonstrations
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August 21, 2023: Being able to interact with the coaches, and the amazing facility.
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August 21, 2023: My child really built her skills and confidence while having a blast.
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August 21, 2023: The instructors knowledge of the strokes and interaction with the arhlets
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July 17, 2022: She had fun and dropped time- relays with the coaches was the highlight!
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June 25, 2023: Meeting Camp Director, head coach and CAL swimmers, and meeting new friends
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June 28, 2022: The races at the end of each day have my son a way to measure his new skills.
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June 25, 2023: Skills training that included classroom time to review the stroke of the day.
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August 21, 2023: Being around TOP coaches in the country and being on a major swim university campus.
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August 22, 2022: My daughter had a great time. She was excited to meet Cal swimmers and improve her skills.
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June 21, 2022: The coaching staff worked well with kids, to include kids whom were not on competitive teams
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August 21, 2023: Learning from high level swimmers, and meeting other swimmers who the live sport as much I do
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June 30, 2023: My son enjoyed the coaches/swimmers and receiving tips to take home. He loved the facilities too
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June 19, 2023: She had a great time! The highlight was working with the coaches and seeing college swimmers practicing
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June 26, 2023: EVERYTHING. Getting to meet Olympians, being instructed by Olympic coaches, private lessons with D1 swimmers
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August 21, 2023: My daughter loved her group coach, which was important because she did not know anyone at the camp when attending.
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June 24, 2023: My daughter was probably the weakest swimmer but instead of feeling bad about that she felt encouraged to improve and supported in her efforts.
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August 21, 2023: It was a great overall experience - my daughter loved that it was really well rounded - a first in her experience to include things like goals, eating, etc. Really great for kids to have exposure to Cal swimmers, coach...
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June 19, 2023: For my daughter, it was the field trip. She loved the opportunity to assist to the coach's practice. For me, it was to allow us to cheer for the relays at the end of each day, and to have access to the coaches who were available.
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June 20, 2022: The highlight of the experience was the friendly, fun and welcoming style of Coach Moore and the amazingly dedicated, but fun coaching of Riley's coaches Rachel and Isabelle. They were engaging with Riley, really helped him and ensured everything was encouraging and fun. Thank you!!
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June 24, 2023: Meeting Olympic Coaches and Swimmers. Meeting Tim Shields and getting to hold his Olympic Medal. Listening to his talk. Getting to know Coach David Marsh and taking notes and applying it during stroke clinic. Meeting Hugo Gonzalez. Camp coaches were fun and helpful. My kids had the BEST time!
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June 24, 2023: Meeting Olympic Coaches and Swimmers. Tom Shields passed around his Gold Medal for the campers to hold and gave a talk. Meeting Coach David Marsh and working with him. Meeting Hugo Gonzalez. Getting to know the coaches. They made the camp so fun . My kids were sad when it was over/wanted more! Coach Kristin answered all of our questions, constant resource and kind and friendly. Everyone was amazing!
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Very skilled and experienced coaches.
— Anonymous
SECURE YOUR SPOT – CAMPS SELL OUT!
Last year over 650 Sports Camps sold out, leaving 7,000+ campers on the waitlist. Due to high demand, early registration for our first-come-first-serve camps is strongly recommended.