Nike Tennis Camp in Lake Tahoe, Granlibakken Resort
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Our Tahoe tennis camp is sure to provide an unforgettable summer camp experience! At this renowned Northern California tennis location, Granlibakken Resort offers a picturesque training ground for boys and girls looking to improve their game.
This tennis camp for kids in Tahoe delivers an action-packed week of training, competition, and unparalleled evening activities! Campers leave as better players and with a once-in-a-lifetime summer camp experience.
For the first time since 2019, overnight camp is back!
Highlights Include
- 5-6 hours of daily tennis instruction; low camper/staff ratio
- Drilling, supervised match play and fitness for all skill levels
- Fun off-court activities including beach outings, river rafting, mini golf and casino night
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director Tony Greco
Tony Greco, long time director at the Lake Tahoe Nike Tennis Camp and a top high school coach in California, returns to Tahoe for his 29th year to direct the camp.
Camp Details
2024 CAMP DATES
- June 17-21 (Day Only)
- June 24-28 (Day Only)
- July 1-5 (Day Only)
- July 7-12 (Day, Extended Day & Overnight)
- July 14-19 (Day, Extended Day & Overnight) (High School Only)
- July 21-26 (Day, Extended Day & Overnight)
- July 29-August 2 (Day Only)
CAMP PROGRAMS
Overnight camp is back for the first time since 2019 at our Nike Tennis Camp in Lake Tahoe! We are offering Day Camps from 9:00am-4:00pm, Extended Day Camps from 9:00am-9:00pm, and Overnight camps for campers ages 9-18 of all ability levels.
All sessions are open to players of all abilities unless otherwise noted. Upon arrival, all participants are evaluated by the staff so that their own instructional needs can be addressed throughout the week.
- All Skills Program: The All Skills program is designed for tennis players of any skill level and background. Campers will learn fundamentals and improve upon their game.
- High School Program: The High School Training Camp week is for players, ages 13-18, who are currently on their high school team and want to move up the ladder or those planning on making the high school team. Throughout the week, the focus shifts between the technical, tactical, physical, and mental aspects of tennis. Mornings focus on the technique while afternoons are geared towards match-play situations.
CAMP SCHEDULE
- Check-In: All campers check in at 8:30am at the Granlibakken Tennis Courts on the first day of camp (follow the signs for the Nike Tennis Camp check-in).
- Check-out: Graduation is at 3:00pm on Friday in the Pavilion. Parents will meet at the tennis courts and walk with the camp to the Pavilion for the graduation.
- Day Camp Program: Monday 8:30am-4:00pm, Tuesday-Thursday 9:00am-4:00pm, Friday 9:00am-3:00pm
MEALS
All meals are provided for overnight campers. Meals are not provided for day campers. Day campers must bring their own lunch each day.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: Daily tennis training, morning and afternoon sessions
- Supervision: Staff members provide optimal supervision and participate in all activities
- Camp T-shirt & Prizes: All campers receive a Nike Tennis Camps t-shirt and prizes
- Activities: Campers will tye-dye t-shirts, and enjoy the beach and ice cream during the camp week!
INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, & FACILITY
- Ratio: 5:1 camper-to-coach ratio
- Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience
- Equipment Needed: All campers must bring a tennis racquet, tennis shoes, and a water bottle
- Facility: There are five courts located on-site at Granlibakken
- Inclement Weather Plan: Indoor courts are available for use as needed
- 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
HOUSING
- Dorm: Granlibakken Resort
- Number of Campers per Room: 2 campers per room
- Roommates: Rooms are assigned by age & roommate requests. Roommate requests must be mutual and received no later than 14 days before the start of camp. If you don't have a roommate request, you will be placed in a room with someone near your age. It will be a great opportunity to meet someone new!
- Linens: Bed linens are provided
- Air Conditioning: The rooms have A/C
TRAVEL
Nike Tennis Camp does not provide any transportation to/from camp from the airport, train stations, or bus depots. If you fly into camp, we recommend that you fly into the Reno airport and take the Granlibakken Resort shuttle from the airport to camp. To make a reservation for pick-up/drop-off, please contact the Granlibakken Resort front desk at 530-583-4242.
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.
Athletic, on-court tennis clothing
Tennis Racquet(s)
Tennis shoes (no running shoes)
Sweatshirt/warm-up jacket and pants
Water bottle
Sunscreen
Signed Health & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
White T-Shirt for Thursday Tye-Dye
OVERNIGHT CAMPERS ONLY:
Athletic clothing mentioned above (1-2 pairs/day)
Comfortable off-court clothing (pants/shorts, t-shirts, sweatshirts 1 paid/day)
Undergarments (1-2pair/day)
Swimsuit and towel *We will have access to the pool at different times throughout the week. Pool use will be determined the week of camp and is subject to availability. Please pack a swimsuit and towel just in case!
Pajamas
Shower flip flops
Toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, face wash, hairbrush, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, etc.)
Personal items & medications
Washcloth and bath towel
Fan (optional)
Bed sheets (if linens are not provided)
Comforter/blanket (if linens are not provided)
Pillow/pillow case (if linens are not provided)
COMPANY POLICIES
For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.
NIKE TENNIS CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our tennis camps please see our FAQ page
SWING VISION
Maximize your camp experience with SwingVision, an iPhone app that provides the following benefits when you record your play: watch a full match in 20 minutes with the dead-time automatically removed, view stats like shot placement, court positioning, shot speed, and consistency for each shot type, filter to particular shot or point types and easily create highlight videos of certain points or shots, access video analysis, and stats immediately after you finish recording, all on unlimited cloud storage.
Camp Code: TNXRTA
Sample Daily Schedule
- 9:00am Stretching
- 9:30am-12:30pm Tennis/Drills
- 12:30pm Lunch
- 1:30pm-4:00pm Tennis/Drills/Beach trip
Camp Reviews
Overall Average Rating Stars
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August 5, 2023: Skill improvement and fun with friends. The writeup at the end was really useful.
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June 24, 2023: improving skills and confidence
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July 16, 2023: Friendly coaches, positive atmosphere
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July 16, 2023: Very friendly and skilled counselors!!
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August 12, 2023: My son wants to play tennis year round!
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July 8, 2023: Tennis in a beautiful and unmatched setting
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July 5, 2023: Camp staff highly engaged and fun for the campers
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June 26, 2023: excitement the kids had each morning to arrive there.
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July 11, 2022: the quality of the instruction - really helped my son improve
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June 25, 2022: Competing for the first time in a friendly, supportive environment
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June 25, 2022: The coaches interaction with the kids and the energy within the camp.
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July 23, 2023: camaraderie with the coaches and improved skills (beach day was also a hit!)
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August 2, 2022: As a result of attending Tahoe Tennis Camp, my child's love for tennis was reignited!
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July 16, 2023: Opportunity to play with kids from different communities, skill improvement:feedback
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July 24, 2023: For the camper - Davis Cup. For the parent - the friendliness and enthusiasm of coaches.
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July 31, 2023: My two boys loved this camp so much; They loved Davis Cup, the awards ceremony and ice cream!
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July 31, 2022: My boys fell in love with tennis and have been playing together at our neighborhood courts everyday.
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August 1, 2022: The tournaments were such a cool opportunity for him to learn strategy and gain a deeper understanding of matches.
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July 29, 2023: Henry said he loved playing the games with the whole camp and the instructors like Olympic doubles and king of the court.
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August 5, 2023: The setting is unparalleled—and Tony Greco runs a better, more fulfilling camp than any others our children have ever attended.
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July 18, 2023: The Director, Tony, and his wife, Lisa are always the highlight. They are positive, organized, and fantastic roll models for the kids. This is a great camp! Very well run.
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July 31, 2022: Tony and staff are terrific. They create a camp family making campers feel welcome and special regardless of their tennis skill level. Tennis program is excellent with a good balance of drills and competition. This camp is great for all players, from beginners to big hitters.
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July 25, 2022: The mix of skill building, camaraderie, fun and friendly competition. My kids were worried that the camp would be extreme - either all beginners or all experts. The camp accommodated a big range of abilities. The counselors brought tons of fun energy. Clearly they have a winning formula.
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Coaches were focused, committed and knowledgeable.
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Nike Tennis Camp in Lake Tahoe, Granlibakken Resort
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