Nike Football Camp at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
- Day
- Male
- Summer
- Winter
Camp Dates & Prices
*Registration Fees are charged once per camper, per season. Exceptions may apply.
Jul. 13 - Jul. 16, 2025
Jul. 13 - Jul. 16, 2025
Jul. 13 - Jul. 16, 2025
IMPROVE YOUR GAME AND HAVE SERIOUS FUN AT NIKE FOOTBALL CAMPS
Register for the Nike Football Camp at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and receive elite-level training from top coaches in the region. Next Athletes, operator of the Nike Sports Camps at Cal Poly, provides the perfect environment to learn from some of the best coaches in the country. The staff will ensure a positive and encouraging atmosphere each day as campers have a great time competing with each other. During camp, players will develop fundamentals and advanced skills, focusing on footwork, offensive and defensive skills, individual positions, team plays, and game situations. Hosted on campus at Cal Poly, campers have the unique opportunity to train at Mustang Memorial Stadium where Cal Poly Football plays.
CONTACT CAMP (Ages 10-17)
The contact camp is designed to provide players a quality coaching experience across all position focuses. Offered for players of all abilities, ages 10-17, campers will develop fundamentals and advanced skills, focusing on footwork, offensive and defensive skills, individual positions, team plays, and game situations. This camp has a wrap-up only policy to protect players from injury.
FLAG CAMP (Ages 7-13)
Our flag football program is an amazing opportunity for younger players to receive high-quality training in a low-contact environment. Open to skill position players ages 7-13, this program provides elite-level coaching and a fun environment!
This camp is open to any and all entrants and is only limited by age, gender and number.
Highlights Include
- Nike Football Camp T-Shirt, Reversible Pinnie, Cinch Sack, Wristband, Sticker, and potentially other prizes!
- Elite-level instruction from current and former college coaches at renowned institutions
- Daily Training to Develop Speed, Strength and Agility
- Contact Drills and Scrimmages
- Players Grouped by Age and Ability
- Discussions on Proper Technique and Concussion Safety
- Low Camper to Coach Ratios
- Excellent Training Facilities at Mustang Memorial Stadium
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director Westy McQueen
Westy McQueen is the owner and camp director for Next Athletes, operator of Nike Sports Camps. Westy has over 10 years of experience operating youth programs and has designed the Next Athletes programs with the purpose of providing a truly memorable, athletic development experience for each child.
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ON-FIELD DIRECTOR Dustin Presley
Dustin Presley (“Coach P”) is the defensive backs coach at Long Beach City College and serves as the football director for Next Athletes and Nike Football Camps.
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On-Field Director Will Hawes
Will Hawes is the former head coach for Judge Memorial Catholic High School and serves as the football director for Next Athletes. Coach Hawes has been a football coach for nearly 25 years and now serves as the Community Relations Coordinator for Judge Memorial. Coach Hawes played collegiate football at Weber State University and has a wealth of athlete and coaching knowledge to share with each young athlete.
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Defensive Backs Coach, Cal Lutheran John Austin
John Austin is the defensive backs coach for California Lutheran University and serves as a support staff member for Next Athletes and Nike Football Camps.
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Defensive Line Coach, Long Beach City College Tyler Vaimaona
Ty Vaimaona is the defensive line coach for Long Beach City College and serves as a support staff member for Next Athletes and Nike Football Camps.
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Wide Receivers Coach, Long Beach City College Rick Smith
Rick Smith is a former standout at Arizona State and Boise State and is the wide receivers coach at Long Beach City College
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Assistant Football Coach, Long Beach City College Jericho Silvernail
Coach Silvernail is the special teams coordinator and tight ends coach for Long Beach City College Football and serves as football director for Next Athletes and Nike Football Camps.
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Assistant Football Coach, Carroll College Gabe Brown
Gabe Brown is an assistant football coach at Carroll College and works with the defensive line. Coach Brown has many years of experience coaching youth football and is excited to share his expertise with campers.
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Athletic Trainer, Cal Poly Football Chris Ritter
Chris Ritter is the head athletic trainer for Cal Poly Football and serves as the athletic trainer for the Nike Sports Camps at Cal Poly
Camp Details
Nike Contact Football Camps feature contact drills and scrimmages with a high-quality staff of coaches and players. At camps, "contact" is introduced in a slow, gradual progression before any actual "contact" is initiated. Campers are divided according to age, weight, and ability.
Please note: The following information may be subject to change.
CAMP INFORMATION
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- Contact Camp Age Group: 13-18
- Camp Type: Day Camp
- Schedule: 9:00am-4:00pm
- Check-In: 8:45-9:00am at Mott Gym (all sports) - There is a mandatory orientation for parents and campers following check-in at Mott Gym - Outside of check-in and orientation on the first day, check-in and check-out will be at Spanos Stadium each morning and evening.
- Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a snack/lunch to camp each day.
- Parking: Families should park in the Grand Ave Parking Structure. Permits are required and should be booked prior to arrival by using this link HERE!
- Campus Map: Attached in the photo gallery (top of page) is a campus map that shows the directions into campus on Grand Ave (green arrows), the Grand Parking Structure (blue square), Spanos Stadium (orange square), and Mott Gym (yellow star) where check-in will be held for all campers.
Note: There is no rental equipment available. Each camper will need to bring their own equipment.
2025 SUMMER CAMP INFORMATION (CONTACT & FLAG)
- Dates: July 13-16, 2025
- Contact Camp Age Group: 10-17
- Flag Camp Age Group: 7-13
- Camp Type: Day Camp | Overnight (Contact Camp Only)
- Day Camp Schedule: 9:00am-4:00pm
- Overnight Camp Schedule: TBD
- Check-In: 8:45-9:00am
- Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a snack/lunch to camp each day.
- Parking: Families should park in the Grand Ave Parking Structure. Permits are required and should be booked prior to arrival by using this link HERE!
- Campus Map: Attached in the photo gallery (top of page) is a campus map that shows the directions into campus on Grand Ave (green arrows), the Grand Parking Structure (blue square), Spanos Stadium (orange square), and Mott Gym (yellow star) where check-in will be held for all campers.
Note: There is no rental equipment available. Each camper will need to bring their own equipment.
HOUSING (TBD)
- Dorm: TBD
- Campers Per Room: 2
- Roommates: Rooms are assigned by age & roommate requests. Roommate requests must be 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: Please bring linens with you to camp
- Air Conditioning: Yes
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Daily Football Instruction
- Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours
- Nike Football Camp T-Shirt, Reversible Pinnie, Cinch Sack, Wristband, Sticker, and potentially other prizes!
INSTRUCTION & FACILITY
Ratio: 1:10 staff to camper ratio
Groupings: Campers are initially grouped by age and moved around accordingly based on skill level.
Facility: Outdoor Fields. Indoor facilities are available during inclement weather conditions.
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.
Small gym bag/backpack
Athletic clothing: t-shirt, shorts, pants
Warm-up jacket
Two jerseys (one light/one dark)
Helmet
Shoulder pads
Football pants and thigh pads
Football Cleats (NO metal-tip cleats) & sneakers
Athletic supporter
Cup
Mouth guard
Sunscreen
Water bottle
Packed lunch and snacks
OVERNIGHT CAMPERS ONLY:
Athletic clothing mentioned above
Comfortable off-field clothing: pants, shorts, shirts, sweatshirts
Running or Athletic Shoes
Undergarments
Pajamas
Flip flops
Toiletries
Personal items & medications
Washcloth and bath towel
Pillow, pillowcase, linens (twin XL), comforter or sleeping bag
Fan (optional)
Additional snacks/drink
Room Key Deposit of $50 (please bring a check made out to “Next Athletes, LLC” on the first day of camp).
A new notepad or journal and a pen
Please label all luggage and athletic equipment with an easily identifiable tag which has the camper’s full name and contact inf
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.
TRAVEL
Nike Football Camps does not provide transportation from airports, train stations or bus depots. If you have a child flying to camp, please arrange a shuttle or taxi service.
TEAM/GROUP DISCOUNT
If you have a group of campers registering for the same camp, each camper is eligible for a discount. Please have someone contact the US Sports Camps office at 1-800-645-3226 with the names of each camper in the group and we will create a unique discount code for your group. Campers may then register individually through the website at their convenience and apply the offer code during checkout. *Discount amount varies by program. Please call for details.
COMPANY POLICIES
For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.
NIKE FOOTBALL CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our football camps please see our FAQ page.