Nike Basketball Camp Minneapolis Sports Center
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Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
Jun. 15 - Jun. 19, 2026
Jun. 22 - Jun. 26, 2026
Jul. 6 - Jul. 10, 2026
Jul. 13 - Jul. 17, 2026
Jul. 20 - Jul. 24, 2026
Aug. 3 - Aug. 7, 2026
Aug. 10 - Aug. 14, 2026
Aug. 17 - Aug. 21, 2026
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Nike Basketball Camps
Spend your winter and summer in Minneapolis with College Coach Travis Bledsoe. With assistance from the Pro Level Training Staff, these coaches will help you reach your basketball goals, boost your confidence, and improve your all-around game.
Pro Level Training Nike Basketball Camps' mission is to provide players with the skills and mental approach they need to become a better and more explosive player. The Complete Skills camp places emphasis on fundamentals, footwork, balance, and conditioning. The Shooting Camp emphasizes technique, footwork, shooting drills and post/perimeter shooting.
Highlights Include
- In-depth analysis of each player's conditioning and footwork
- Discussion of nutritional goals and off-court activities to benefit on-court game
- All summer campers receive a Nike Basketball Camp t-shirt and other prizes!
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Camp Coaches
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Co-Director Travis Bledsoe
Travis Bledsoe is a former State Championship Head Coach at DeLaSalle HS and Current College Coach and Founder of MN North Hoops born to help players of all ages develop their basketball skills, IQ and confidence to become productive basketball players and people.
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Co-Director Khalid El-Amin
Khalid El-Amin is the owner and head trainer at El-Amin Training. Khalid was the starting pointguard for the University of Connecticut when they won the national champsionship in 1999 and was then drafted in the 2nd round to the Chicago Bulls.
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Staff Pro Level Training
Pro Level Training’s concept is very simple: cover all grounds with everyone that we work with. In addition to skills training, we place major emphasis on the strength, conditioning and performance sides of the game.
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Camp Details
2025 Dates
- Winter Camp: December 29-31
Winter Camp Hours
- Check in: Monday at 8:30am
- Closing Ceremony: Wednesday at 2:30pm
- Meals: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a packed lunch.
- Daily Hours: MON-WED 9AM-3PM
2026 Dates
- Boys Complete Skills I: June 15-19
- Boys Shooting I: June 22-26
- Boys Complete Skills II: July 6-10
- Boys Shooting II: July 13-17
- Boys Complete Skills III: July 20-24
- Boys Complete Skills IV: August 3-7
- Girls Complete Skills: August 10-14
- Boys Complete Skills V: August 17-21
Summer Camp Hours
- Check in: Monday at 8:30am
- Closing Ceremony: Friday at 11:30am
- Meals: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a packed lunch.
- Daily Hours: MON-THURS 9AM-3PM FRI 9AM-12PM
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: Morning and afternoon training sessions
- Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours
- Lunch: Lunch is not provided, please bring a sack lunch each day
- Camp T-shirt & Prizes: Campers at multi-day camps will receive a Nike Basketball Camps t-shirt. *1-day clinics and fall, winter and spring camps excluded.
- Basketballs: Basketballs are provided for instruction during camp
INSTRUCTION & FACILITY
- Ratio: 1:10 staff-to-camper ratio
- Groupings: Campers are grouped by ability, age, and experience, per the Director's discretion
- Facility: Indoor courts
- 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.
BASKETBALLS
Nike All Court Elite Basketballs can be purchased during registration for $35. Players can choose between a size 6 (28.5", standard girls) or size 7 (29.5", standard boys) ball, which will be passed out on the last day of camp. Please note that it is not recommended to bring a basketball to camp as they are provided by the staff for camp instruction.
CUSTOMER PORTAL
To access your completed camp enrollments, Health and Release Forms, and Camp Information Packet, please visit: US Sports Camps Customer Portal
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!
PACKING LIST
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 clothing
● Athletic shoes
● Water bottle
● Packed lunch and snacks
● Small gym bag/backpack
CAMPER EVALUATION
Upon arrival, all participants are evaluated by the staff so that their own instructional needs can be addressed throughout the week. In addition, campers will be evaluated and then split up into smaller groups according to age and ability.
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.
COMPANY POLICIES
If you need to cancel for any reason up until 24 hours prior to camp check-in, you will receive a camp credit voucher for tuition fees paid that is good through the following year for any sport and is transferable to any immediate family member. Participants who DO NOT attend their registered session (no-shows for any reason) or who do not contact USSC to cancel at least 24 hours prior to camp check-in will not receive a voucher or refund. Cash refunds are given only if Cancellation Protection was purchased at the time of registration and the cancellation is made before your balance due date.
For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation is not provided by the camp to or from any airports. If you are flying to or from camp, we recommend using an airport shuttle service. Please schedule flights as close as you can to the check-in times on the first day and check-out times on the last day.
NIKE BASKETBALL CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our basketball camps, please see our FAQ page.
*Please note, this information is subject to change.
Sample Daily Schedule
- 9:00 AM Campers Arrive
- 9:15 AM Stretch/Dynamic Warmup
- 9:30 AM Skill Development/Performance Training
- 11:30 AM Classroom (Connect & Build Campers IQ of Basketball)
- 12:00 PM Lunch/Extra Shooting
- 12:45 PM Individual Improvement Drills/Camper Interviews
- 1:05 PM Lecture/Skill Competitions
- 1: 35 PM Competitive Team Games - 3x3, 4x4, 5x5
- 3:00 PM Campers Depart
The Minneapolis Sports Center boasts 50,000 square ft of space, making it the largest indoor sports center in the Twin Cities. Located adjacent to South High School on Lake Street in Minneapolis, the facility holds 4 basketball courts and provides athletic training facilities to urban youth.
Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
Jun. 15 - Jun. 19, 2026
Jun. 22 - Jun. 26, 2026
Jul. 6 - Jul. 10, 2026
Jul. 13 - Jul. 17, 2026
Jul. 20 - Jul. 24, 2026
Aug. 3 - Aug. 7, 2026
Aug. 10 - Aug. 14, 2026
Aug. 17 - Aug. 21, 2026
Media
Reviews & Testimonials
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Coach Bledsoe did a great job
August 7, 2019: Arin loved learning and playing in a structured and productive environment! Coach Bledsoe did a great job gaining the girls trust and establishing his strong leadership from the opening minutes of the camp. Arin is sad the camp is over and is looking forward to attending next year, and bringing more friends with too.
May 15, 2025 -
It was a great week!
June 25, 2021: Jameson had a blast at camp and learned so much! Some of the principles and fundamentals really resonated with him! It was a great week!
May 15, 2025 -
Thank you!
July 27, 2019: Connor enjoyed learning skills, making new friends and especially doing well in the Steph Curry drill! He shot really well and was thrilled that he was recognized for it. Thank you!
May 15, 2025
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Great for their self esteem!
July 30, 2016: One on one was fun and boosted him up. So nice to recognize teams and players at the end of the week. Great for their self esteem! No complaints and he was tired so he must have gotten some good running and conditioning in too!
May 15, 2025 -
Loved all the feedback!
August 5, 2018: My daughter enjoyed meeting new friends, enjoyed the stations, and the most fun was playing 5 on 5 with her teammates. Coach Travis gave some great insight for taking a player to the hoop on Day 1. Loved all the positive feedback to the girls.
May 15, 2025 -
We will be back!
August 4, 2018: My daughter has played on a travel team for 5 years now. She is a solid player but she found this camp challenging and looked forward to attending everyday. She’s looking forward to attending camp next year. I also thought coach Travis along with all of his assistants did a wonderful job.
May 15, 2025 -
Absolutely amazing.
July 25, 2016: The director and the instructor were absolutely amazing.
May 15, 2025 -
My son enjoyed all aspects of the camp.
July 26, 2016: My son enjoyed all aspects of the camp, he learned a lot of skills he didn't know, I hope you have it again next year, same place. He was pretty sore the first day but enjoyed all the skills learned.
May 15, 2025 -
Great camp!
July 26, 2016: From a parent's perspective, the drills and fitness work were tremendous. From my son's perspective, the competition (games/tournaments) was the best. Great camp!
May 15, 2025 -
loved the stations
July 22, 2018: I liked the concept of the camp and I think Coach Travis is a great basketball coach and mentor. My favorite part of the camp was the stations.
May 15, 2025 -
Thank you for offering this camp!
August 8, 2016: My daughter's favorite parts of camp were the skills, various 1v1 and 3v3 games, and making new friends. Thank you for offering this camp! She loved it.
May 15, 2025 -
Our son worked hard every day and really enjoyed it.
August 2, 2016: We knew this camp would be intense and push our son. The video on the website was really great and hooked in my son to give it a try. He worked hard every day and really enjoyed it. He's already trying to convince his brother to join him next summer.
May 15, 2025 -
Vinny had a great time getting to compete against players his age
June 20, 2021: Vinny had a great time getting to compete against players his age and size but also connecting with the older players and coaches as well. He came home each day with stories about things that went well and things to work harder at. His biggest highlights were receiving his camp awards on the final day. He was pumped!!
May 15, 2025 -
Great camp
August 5, 2019: This camp definitely was a boost to Cambri's confidence. She looked forward to camp each day. 1 on 1 drills were her favorite. The mini basketball trophies and a full sized ball were a fun change from medals/ribbons! Great camp.
May 15, 2025 -
My daughter made a lot of new friends.
August 6, 2017: My daughter made a lot of new friends. She learned a lot and worked on her skills. All of the staff was very encouraging.
May 15, 2025 -
My son came home sore and happy
July 28, 2017: My son came home sore and happy. He loves being worked hard and said he got it there.
May 15, 2025 -
My daughter couldn't wait to go back.
August 8, 2016: My daughter had a lot of fun and couldn't wait to go back the next day. The coaches were positive but expected hard work and respect out of the girls. There was a perfect variety of skills mixed with 1v1, 3v3, and 5v5.
May 15, 2025 -
Brody loved camp and was excited to attend each day.
July 12, 2021: Brody loved camp and was excited to attend each day. He especially like the 5x5 tournament.
May 15, 2025 -
He loves the encouragement
July 28, 2017: He loves the encouragement and friendly competition between campers! We have already recommended a camper this year and will recommend others for next years camp!!
May 15, 2025 -
Coach Bledsoe did a great job
August 7, 2019: Arin loved learning and playing in a structured and productive environment! Coach Bledsoe did a great job gaining the girls trust and establishing his strong leadership from the opening minutes of the camp. Arin is sad the camp is over and is looking forward to attending next year, and bringing more friends with too.
April 22, 2025 -
It was a great week!
June 25, 2021: Jameson had a blast at camp and learned so much! Some of the principles and fundamentals really resonated with him! It was a great week!
April 22, 2025 -
Thank you!
July 27, 2019: Connor enjoyed learning skills, making new friends and especially doing well in the Steph Curry drill! He shot really well and was thrilled that he was recognized for it. Thank you!
April 22, 2025 -
Great for their self esteem!
July 30, 2016: One on one was fun and boosted him up. So nice to recognize teams and players at the end of the week. Great for their self esteem! No complaints and he was tired so he must have gotten some good running and conditioning in too!
April 22, 2025 -
Loved all the feedback!
August 5, 2018: My daughter enjoyed meeting new friends, enjoyed the stations, and the most fun was playing 5 on 5 with her teammates. Coach Travis gave some great insight for taking a player to the hoop on Day 1. Loved all the positive feedback to the girls.
April 22, 2025 -
We will be back!
August 4, 2018: My daughter has played on a travel team for 5 years now. She is a solid player but she found this camp challenging and looked forward to attending everyday. She’s looking forward to attending camp next year. I also thought coach Travis along with all of his assistants did a wonderful job.
April 22, 2025 -
Absolutely amazing.
July 25, 2016: The director and the instructor were absolutely amazing.
April 22, 2025 -
My son enjoyed all aspects of the camp.
July 26, 2016: My son enjoyed all aspects of the camp, he learned a lot of skills he didn't know, I hope you have it again next year, same place. He was pretty sore the first day but enjoyed all the skills learned.
April 22, 2025 -
Great camp!
July 26, 2016: From a parent's perspective, the drills and fitness work were tremendous. From my son's perspective, the competition (games/tournaments) was the best. Great camp!
April 22, 2025 -
loved the stations
July 22, 2018: I liked the concept of the camp and I think Coach Travis is a great basketball coach and mentor. My favorite part of the camp was the stations.
April 22, 2025 -
Thank you for offering this camp!
August 8, 2016: My daughter's favorite parts of camp were the skills, various 1v1 and 3v3 games, and making new friends. Thank you for offering this camp! She loved it.
April 22, 2025 -
Our son worked hard every day and really enjoyed it.
August 2, 2016: We knew this camp would be intense and push our son. The video on the website was really great and hooked in my son to give it a try. He worked hard every day and really enjoyed it. He's already trying to convince his brother to join him next summer.
April 22, 2025 -
Vinny had a great time getting to compete against players his age
June 20, 2021: Vinny had a great time getting to compete against players his age and size but also connecting with the older players and coaches as well. He came home each day with stories about things that went well and things to work harder at. His biggest highlights were receiving his camp awards on the final day. He was pumped!!
April 22, 2025 -
Great camp
August 5, 2019: This camp definitely was a boost to Cambri's confidence. She looked forward to camp each day. 1 on 1 drills were her favorite. The mini basketball trophies and a full sized ball were a fun change from medals/ribbons! Great camp.
April 22, 2025 -
My daughter made a lot of new friends.
August 6, 2017: My daughter made a lot of new friends. She learned a lot and worked on her skills. All of the staff was very encouraging.
April 22, 2025 -
My son came home sore and happy
July 28, 2017: My son came home sore and happy. He loves being worked hard and said he got it there.
April 22, 2025 -
My daughter couldn't wait to go back.
August 8, 2016: My daughter had a lot of fun and couldn't wait to go back the next day. The coaches were positive but expected hard work and respect out of the girls. There was a perfect variety of skills mixed with 1v1, 3v3, and 5v5.
April 22, 2025 -
Brody loved camp and was excited to attend each day.
July 12, 2021: Brody loved camp and was excited to attend each day. He especially like the 5x5 tournament.
April 22, 2025 -
He loves the encouragement
July 28, 2017: He loves the encouragement and friendly competition between campers! We have already recommended a camper this year and will recommend others for next years camp!!
April 22, 2025 -
August 26, 2022: My son loved his experience so much. I only regret I didn't sign him up for more weeks!
November 20, 2023 -
August 26, 2022: Braylen overall enjoyed the camp, competition, and guidance for skill building and improvement.
November 20, 2023 -
July 29, 2022: My daughter liked that the coaches pushed them to become better players and she liked going against better players.
November 20, 2023 -
August 12, 2022: The director, coaches and other campers were supportive. The scrimmages and playoff format was a fun way to work on skills.
November 20, 2023 -
August 12, 2022: We enjoyed the director and coaches passion for coaching youth basketball. It was amazing to witness and even better for my son to experience.
November 20, 2023 -
August 5, 2022: My daughter won the hustle award so she would choose that as the highlight but I think it was the caliber of coaches and other kids she played with.
November 20, 2023 -
August 29, 2022: My son loved being coached by coaches with their level of experience, their encouragement and how fun they are. This was his second Nike camp this summer and both were great experiences. I appreciated how Travis didn't let them slack and there were high expectations for participation.
November 20, 2023 -
We'll be back next year!
November 20, 2023