Nike Cross Country Camp in Salt Lake City

CAMP INFO

The information below is based on previous years and is subject to change each year.

GENERAL CAMP INFO:

• Dates: June 1-4, 2026 (Monday-Thursday)
• Ages:
  • Day Camp: 10-17
  • Overnight Camp: 12-17
    
• Gender: Co-ed
• Camp Type: Day Camp (9:00am-4:00pm) & Overnight Camp
• First Day Check-In:
  
  • Please use the campus map if you have any questions: Westminster XC Campus Map
    
  • Overnight Campers: 7:30-8:00am at the Dolores Doré Eccles Health, Wellness, and Athletic Center at Westminster University.
    
  • Day Campers: 8:15-8:45am for day campers at the Dolores Doré Eccles Health, Wellness, and Athletic Center at Westminster University.
  • Orientation (All Campers): 8:45am-9:00am
• Last Day Check-Out: 4:00pm on Thursday at the Dolores Doré Eccles Health, Wellness, and Athletic Center at Westminster University.
• Meals: Meals are provided for overnight campers only. Day campers are required to bring their own lunch each day.

• Apparel: All campers should arrive at check-in dressed in their athletic apparel and ready to train.

OVERNIGHT CAMP

The overnight program includes instruction, fun games and competitions for prizes, overnight accommodation, all meals, fun evening activities, and more. The camp staff resides in the dormitories in adjacent rooms to the campers and provides supervision throughout the camp. Overnight campers are housed at Westminster University for the duration of the camp.

• Check-in: On the first day of camp, check-in will be between 7:30-8:00am.
• Check-in Location: The Dolores Doré Eccles Health, Wellness, and Athletic Center at Westminster University.
  • After overnight campers check in, parents and campers will receive their room keys and will move into their rooms prior to Orientation.
  • Campers should arrive at check-in dressed in their athletic apparel and ready to train.
• Check out: On the last day of camp, check-out is at 4:00pm at the Dolores Doré Eccles Health, Wellness, and Athletic Center at Westminster University.
• Meals: Day 1: Lunch, Dinner | Days 2-3: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Day 4: Breakfast, Lunch

Housing Information: The information below is based on previous years and is subject to change.

• Dorm: Olwell Hall (apartment-style units with five and six single rooms per unit)
• Roommates: Rooms are assigned by age & roommate requests. Roommate requests must be mutual. 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!
• Bathrooms: Shared
• Linens: Not included. Bring linens (Twin XL) or a sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase, and a towel.
• Air Conditioning: Yes
• Room Key Deposit: $120

DAY CAMP (9:00am-4:00pm)

This camp offers a day camp program for campers who do not wish to stay overnight. This option includes instruction and daytime activities only.

• Day Camper Drop-Off (Monday): 8:15-8:45am at the Dolores Doré Eccles Health, Wellness, and Athletic Center.
• Day Camper Drop-Off (Tue-Thurs): 8:45-9:00am at the Dolores Doré Eccles Health, Wellness, and Athletic Center.
• Day Camper Pick-Up (Every Day): 4:00pm at the Dolores Doré Eccles Health, Wellness, and Athletic Center.
• Parking: Parents can use the Dumke Garage for all drop-offs and pick-ups. Parking is free.
• Meals: Lunches are not provided for day campers.

PARENT/CAMPER SEMINARS

Both campers and parents are invited to join us for educational seminars on Tuesday evening. The location and schedule will be announced prior to camp. Seminar topics will include college recruiting, expectations of a collegiate athlete, how to choose the right school, and more. We also offer opportunities for Q&A with each panel of coaches.

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!

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEES:

• Instruction: Daytime training sessions
• Overnight campers: Dormitory housing on campus, evening activities and all meals
• Day campers: Instruction and daytime activities only. Lunch is not included
• Supervision: Staff members reside in adjacent rooms to the overnight campers and participate in all activities
• Camp T-shirt & Prizes: Campers at multi-day camps will receive a Nike Running Camp t-shirt and prizes

SIBLING DISCOUNT

We’re excited to offer a discount for families with multiple children attending! If you’re registering two or more siblings for this camp, please reach out to us at [email protected] for a discount code to use during registration.

We offer the following sibling discounts for our running camps:

• $15 off for weekend clinics

• $20 off for day camp sessions

• $25 off for overnight sessions

INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY

• Ratio: 1:10
• Grouped by: age, ability, and experience
• Equipment needed: Please bring your own running apparel, running shoes/event spikes, and hat/sunglasses. Please be sure to properly mark your equipment, so that it can be easily identified.
• Facility: University of Utah campus

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. Please label all luggage and athletic equipment with an easily identifiable tag which has the camper’s full name and contact info.

ALL CAMPERS:

• Extra athletic clothing
• Running or athletic shoes
• Hat/Sunglasses (optional)
• Non-running shoes
• Packed lunch/snacks
• Water bottle
• Sunblock
• Small gym bag/backpack
• Extra spending money ($50). Lunch is available for purchase on campus.

OVERNIGHT CAMPERS ONLY:

• Weather-appropriate clothing for 3 nights/4 days
• Running or athletic shoes
• Non-running shoes
• Water bottle
• Sunblock
• Small gym bag/backpack
• Pajamas/Sleepwear
• Backpack
• Swimsuit and easily identifiable towel
• Flip flops
• Toiletries
• Bath towel
• Spending Money ($50-100)
• Linens (twin sheets & blankets or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase)
• Signed Heath & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
• Room Key Deposit of $120 (please bring a check made out to “Next Athletes, LLC” on the first day of camp).

TRANSPORTATION

Transportation is not provided to/from camp. 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. If there is a need for additional facilities, we may conduct camp nearby at an off-campus location. In this case, overnight campers will be bussed to this location and day campers will be dropped off and picked up at the destination. Parents will be given notice if this is the case.

Campers may be transported by bus to other trail complexes throughout the camp (TBD).

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.

CAMP TUITION PAYMENTS

Full payment of camp fees must be completed by the first day of the month before camp. For example:

• June Camps: final payment is due on May 1
• July Camps: final payment is due on June 1
• August Camps: final payment is due on July 1

Any camper with an unpaid balance 10 days before the start of their camp will forfeit all camp fees paid to date and be removed from the camp.

Your confirmation email shows your balance due and balance due date. Final payments can be made through the US Sports Camps Customer Portal or by phone at 1-800-645-3226.

BEHAVIOR POLICIES

We may ask campers who require 1×1 supervision, disrupt the camp experience, or threaten the safety of themselves or others to leave camp. Behaviors meriting expulsion include, but are not limited to: a cause or threat of violence, putting themselves or others in danger, possession of a weapon, possession or use of alcohol, tobacco, nicotine, drugs or illegal substance, robbery, damage to property, sexual misconduct or assault, harassment, hazing, racist remarks or acts, or intimidation. In those cases, we will contact a parent to pick up the child immediately. We do not issue refunds to campers who are asked to leave camp.

COMPANY POLICIES

For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.

NIKE CROSS COUNTRY CAMP FAQ

For general questions about our Cross Country camps please see our FAQ page.

Sample Daily Schedule

7:00 AM Wake up

7:30 AM Breakfast

8:30-8:45 AM Day Camper check-in/Orientation

9:00 AM Warm-up/Activation Drills

9:30 AM Morning Session (track workout/run)

10:30 AM Stretch/post workout nutrition

11:00 AM Guest Speaker

12:00 PM Lunch

1:00 PM Free Time

1:30 PM Strength/Core

2:00 PM Afternoon Session (Cross Train/Run)

3:00 PM Wrap-Up Break Out

4:00 PM Day Camper Check-out, Overnight Camper free time

5:00 PM Dinner/Free Time

7:00 PM Team Building Activity

9:00 PM Bed Check

10:00 PM Lights Out

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