UC Santa Cruz Adult Nike Tennis Camp Santa Cruz, California
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Welcome to the Nike Adult Tennis Camp at The University of California, Santa Cruz. One of our most popular adult camp locations, this summer camp combines excellent weather, a convenient destination, 12 ocean view tennis courts and top notch coaching.
We've designed our adult tennis camp programs to address your specific needs... to increase knowledge of the game and to move you to the next level without forcing you to make radical changes. You will hit a ton of balls, improve, work hard, meet new friends, and laugh a lot.
After this camp for adults, you will have a renewed enthusiasm for tennis, vastly improved skills, greater self-confidence, and the inspiration to make tennis your game for life -- if it isn't already!
Dartfish video analysis offered at this camp! See details tab for more info.
Highlights Include
- 4:1 student to teacher ratio
- Daily on-court instruction from renown Slugs men's tennis coach, Bob Hansen, and his exceptional staff
The University of California, Santa Cruz is an easy drive from San Francisco, San Jose, and the Monterey Peninsula, (and about 30-40 minutes from the San Jose Airport.) The campus, defined by rolling meadows and towering redwoods, is a perfect environment for a Nike Tennis Camp. The campus offers a perfect environment with 12 ocean view outdoor courts, playing fields, gymnasium and Olympic-sized pool.
Meet your coaching staff
Camp Director
Bob Hansen
Bob Hansen, famous men’s coach and creator of the Santa Cruz “Slugs” tennis program is a seven-time NCAA championship winner and returns for his 32nd year as director of the camp. Hansen is now the Head Men’s tennis coach at Middlebury College, after coaching the UCSC Slugs for over 30 years with many national team titles.
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Hansen is now in his second season as the head coach of the Middlebury men's tennis team. He came to Middlebury from the University of California Santa Cruz, where he has served as the head men’s coach for the past 30 years.
The creator of the UCSC tennis program, Hansen is regarded as one of the top coaches in the country. Hansen led the team to seven NCAA Championships (1989, 1995, 1996, 1998, 2005, 2007, 2009), appearing in the finals 13 of the last 24 years. Hansen’s players have won 10 NCAA doubles titles and five NCAA singles titles. Under coach Hansen’s direction, the UCSC tennis program produced 117 All-Americans.
Hansen has been named the ITA (Intercollegiate Tennis Association) Coach of the Year four times and in 2000 was honored as the ITA Coach of the Decade for the 1990s. During that time span, his teams were undefeated against Division III opponents in the regular season going with a 73-0 mark. Hansen has served as an executive board member of the ITA as well as its Division III representative. He also served as the chair of the NCAA Division III Tennis Committee as well as a member of the ITA Rules Committee.
As a player, Hansen was Northern California’s Open Player of the Year and was ranked in the top eight for five straight years during the late 1970s. He received an ATP world ranking as well as much valuable coaching experience while playing the international circuit before coming to UC Santa Cruz. He registered wins over many top 100 players including top-10 players Brad Gilbert and Paul McNamee. He won the USTA 40 National Grass Court Championships held in Santa Barbara.
During the summers Hansen directed the NIKE Santa Cruz Tennis Camps where he was a pioneer in the development of the tournament training program for ranked juniors.
Hansen is a 1975 graduate of San Jose State University, where he earned a degree in physical education. He later returned to his alma mater and received a master’s degree in the same subject in 1980.
During the summers he directs the NIKE Santa Cruz Tennis Camps where he was a pioneer in the development of the tournament training program for ranked juniors.
(Camp Code: TNARSC)
Location: Santa Cruz, California
Program
The University of California, Santa Cruz Nike Tennis Adult Camp offers an Intermediate & Advanced Players' Clinic for 3.5+ players ages 18 and over.
This is a Day Camp - The fee includes instruction, match play, strategy and lunch.
2013 Dates: August 10-12 (Sat-Mon)
Check-in: Saturday, August 10th, at 9:30am at the East Fieldhouse Courts.
Check-out: Monday, August 12th, at 12:00pm at the East Fieldhouse Courts.
Clinic Hours:
Saturday: 9:30-5:30 pm – lunch is included
Sunday: 9:30am-5:30pm – lunch included
Monday: 8:30am-12:00pm
Please note: This is a Day Camp only and runs during the hours listed above. The camp tuition DOES NOT include housing. Campers are required to provide their own overnight accommodations.
Dartfish video analysis will be used during the camp to analyze and improve your strokes and is provided at no extra charge for all campers. See your strokes compared to a top playing professional! Your Dartfish Mediabook will be posted to a private player locker on Dartfish.tv and reviewed with you by the staff at camp (click here for an example). The package includes:
- Stroke Analysis: Your Dartfish Mediabook contains videos of your strokes, plus side-by-side comparison with a pro, along with comments.
- Pro Stroke Library: Three months of access to Pro Stroke Library, featuring hundreds of strokes in both real and high speed.
- Camp highlights video*: This video of camp activities and friends all set to music will be something everyone will want to have and keep forever. (*Only offered at participating locations.)
Registration Packet
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 in the Spring. Our health and release forms do not require a doctor's signature and they will be collected on the first day of camp.
Past Camper
Exceptional Instructors
Bob Hansen & Bryce Parmelly are exceptional instructors and leaders. The camp is outstanding due to their enthusiasm, expertise, and attention to and involvement with campers. The camp was a treat for me and I hope to attend again next summer.
Past Camper
Wonderful Experience
The staff could not have been any better! They were positive and supportive and the instruction clear and easy to follow. It was a wonderful experience. I'll be back!
Past Camper
Passionate Staff
Overall a fantastic experience. Bob and his team are deeply passionate about the sport and know how to effectively communicate this during their instruction. See you next year!
Past Camper
Thanks!
This is my 2nd trip to the UC Santa Cruz camp with Bob Hansen, Bryce (Men's Coach) and Erin (Women's Coach). All 3 are quality instructors and make it so much fun learning the proper way to play tennis. Thanks Bob, Bryce AKA Bird and Erin!!!