Nike Swim Camp at San Diego State University San Diego, California
The Nike Swim Camp at San Diego State University is designed to help competitive swimmers improve their stroke technique so they can compete at the next level.
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. Each Camper receives personalized stroke instruction from Aztec Coaching Staff as well as a video analysis of all four strokes. Guest lectures addressing motivation, nutrition, and goal-setting will also be covered.
Highlights Include
- Intensive emphasis on racing tactics plus starts and turns
- Low camper to staff ratio and 24 hour supervision
- Videotaping in all four strokes and review
- Excursion to Pacific Beach and camp cookout at Mission Bay
- Every camper receives a Nike Camp T-shirt and Nike Swim Cap
- Every camper is eligible to receive merit-based prizes during camp
Campers swim daily at the newly opened Aztec Aquaplex. Opened in March 2007, the Aztec Aquaplex features two pools, one for competition, and another for recreation and a hydrotherapy spa. The competition pool measures 51 meters in length and 25 meters in width and can accommodate a multitude of competitive swimming events. It also includes a movable stainless steel bulkhead, which allows a flexible water depth of anywhere between seven and 17 feet.
Camp Director
Brendon Bray
Directing the camp is Brendon Bray, SDSU's Associate Head Swim Coach. Coach Bray came to San Diego State from the University of Washington, where he was the men's and women's swimming assistant coach the past three years. During his time at UW, Bray helped coach multiple NCAA qualifiers and NCAA championship scorers. He also served as the recruiting coordinator and oversaw the day-to-day operations of the Huskies' swimming program.
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. Our health and release forms do not require a doctor's signature and they will be collected on the first day of camp.
- Check-in takes place between 1:00pm-1:00pm on Thursday
- Check-out takes place between 11:00am-12:00pm on Sunday
This camp is open to any and all entrants. For your safety and benefit, we recommend you have competitive swimming experience (e.g. U.S.S. age group, national qualifiers, high school swimmers, or summer league swimmers) and can swim at least 50 meters in all four competitive strokes: fly, back, breast and freestyle.
San Diego State is also hosting a Nike Water Polo Camp Sunday, June 24th through Wednesday, June 27th. Campers are invited to attend both sessions.
Sample Daily Schedule
- 7:15 am Breakfast
- 8:30/8:50 am Extended Day Campers arrive
- 9:00 am Morning Swim session
- 11:00 am Dryland and Flexibility session
- Noon Lunch, rest and free-time
- 2:00 pm Afternoon swim session
- 4:00 pm Planned extra-curricular "FUN TIME"
- 5:30 pm Dinner and rest
- 7:00 pm Evening activities, games, camp store
- 8:30/9:00 pm Extended Day Campers depart
- 10:00 pm Lights out!
Samantha J.
Loved it!
“I absolutely loved the Nike Swim Camp at San Diego State. The other campers were friendly and the coaches were excellent.”
Had a blast!
"My daughter attended the swim camp last summer and she had a blast, she is looking forward to the next one and this time she wants to stay for the night. The coaches are very helpful and makes everyone feel welcome - great camp for beginners all the way up to advanced level swimmers."
Parent of San Diego State Overnight Camper
Thank you!
"The camp changed the way my daughter viewed swimming. She is more determined and focused on her swimming goals. She made great friends and it gave a great sense of independence."