Nike Cross Country Camp at University of Puget Sound

SECURE YOUR SPOT!

You can expect a high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early.

2025 OVERVIEW

• Dates: August 4-7, 2025 (Monday-Thursday)
• Age Group: 10-17
• Gender: Coed
• Camp Type: Day (9:00am-4:00pm), Overnight Camp
  
• Schedule: 9:00am-4:00pm
• First Day Check-In: Please use the linked campus map if you have any questions.
  • Overnight Campers: 7:30-8:00am at Baker Stadium.
  • Day Campers: 8:00-8:30am for day campers at Baker Stadium.
  • Orientation (All Campers): 8:30-8:45am

• Last Day Check-Out: Following the closing ceremony at 3:30pm on Thursday at Baker Stadium.

• Meals: Meals are provided for overnight campers only. Day campers are required to bring their own lunch daily.
• Apparel: All campers should arrive at check-in dressed in their athletic apparel and ready to train.
• Note: Following camp check-in, all overnight campers will have an opportunity to move into their room in the residence hall briefly but please come dressed in your athletic apparel for camp.

CAMP INFO

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

Please note: Camp is closed to spectators during daytime hours. Parents are highly encouraged to attend the orientation on the first day and closing ceremony on the final day!

SUMMER 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. The camp utilizes Tacoma Waterfront/Point Defiance as its training facility.

OVERNIGHT INFORMATION

• Check-in: On the first day of camp, check-in will be between 7:30-8:00am
• Check-in Location: Baker Stadium.

• • After overnight campers check in, parents and campers will receive their room and access cards and store their luggage in their assigned room.
  • Campers should arrive at check-in dressed in their athletic apparel and ready to train.

• Check out: Following the closing ceremony at 3:30pm at Baker Stadium.
• Meals: Day 1: Lunch, Dinner | Days 2-3: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Day 4: Breakfast, Lunch
• Room Key Deposit: Please bring a $50 check made out to “Next Athletes, LLC”
• Closing Ceremony: The closing ceremony will take place at Baker Stadium. Parents are invited to attend! Campers and parents will depart following the closing ceremony.

SUMMER DAY CAMP (9:00AM – 4:00PM)

The Nike Cross Country Camp at the University of Puget Sound also offers a day camp program for campers who do not wish to stay overnight. This option includes instruction and daytime activities only. The schedule is modified on the first and last days of camp.

• Day Camper Drop-Off (Monday): 8:00-8:30am at Baker Stadium. - see “Summer Camp Info” section for full details about Orientation
• Day Camper Drop-Off (Tue-Thurs): 8:45-9:00am at Anderson/Langdon Hall.
• Day Camper Pick-Up (Mon-Wed): 4:00pm at Anderson/Langdon Hall.
• Day Camper Pick-Up/Closing Ceremony Location (Thurs): 3:30pm at Baker Stadium.
• Parking: Parents can park in the Parking Lot P1.

SUMMER DAY CAMP HOURS & MEALS

• Monday: 8:00am-4:00pm. Meals are not provided. Day campers must pack a lunch.
• Tuesday-Wednesday: 9:00am-4:00pm. Meals are not provided. Day campers must pack a lunch.
• Thursday: 9:00am-3:30pm. Check-out is following the 3:30pm closing ceremony. Meals are not provided. Day campers must pack a lunch.

• Closing Ceremony: Will take place at Baker Stadium. Parents are invited to attend! Campers and parents will depart following the closing ceremony.

• Meals: Day campers are required to bring their own lunch daily.

PARENT/CAMPER SEMINARS

Both campers and parents are invited to join us from 6:30-7:30pm on Nights 2 & 3 of camp at Anderson/Langdon Hall for evening seminars. 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.

HOUSING

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

• Dorm: Anderson/Langdon Hall
• Number of Campers Per Room: 2 per room
• 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: No (bring a small fan)

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?

• Instruction: Morning and afternoon training sessions
• Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours.
• Trails: Puget Sound campus, the Tacoma Waterfront, and Point Defiance Park

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 staff-to-camper ratio
• Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience.
• Equipment Needed: Please bring your water, running shoes, and lunch
• 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.

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.

DAY CAMPERS:

• Running or athletic shoes
• Extra athletic clothing
• 1-2 pairs of broken in running shoes
• Non-running shoes
• Packed lunch/snacks
• Water bottle
• Sunblock
• Small gym bag/backpack
• Any other appropriate clothing for that day’s activities which will be described to you on the first day of camp

OVERNIGHT CAMPERS ONLY:

• Weather-appropriate clothing
• Running or athletic shoes
• 1-2 pairs of broken in running shoes
• Non-running shoes
• Water bottle
• Sunblock
• Small gym bag/backpack
• Pajamas/Sleepwear
• Backpack
• Swimsuit and easily identifiable towel
• Flip flops
• Toiletries
• Linens (twin XL sheets & blankets or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase)
• Bath towel
• Hat or Visor
• Sunglasses

TRANSPORTATION

Transportation is not provided. 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.

COMPANY POLICIES

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

CANCELLATION DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER

In the event a camp day is cancelled or camp hours are adjusted due to inclement weather, we will make every effort to provide make-up time. If make-up time is not possible, no refund will be issued for the first cancelled day or any shortened hours. If additional full days are cancelled and cannot be rescheduled, a pro-rated camp credit voucher will be issued for each cancelled day beyond the first.

NIKE CROSS COUNTRY CAMP FAQ

For general questions about our running camps please see our FAQ page.