Nike Contact Football Camp at San Diego State University
- Day
- Overnight
- Male
- Summer
Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
*Registration Fees are charged once per camper, per season. Exceptions may apply.
Jul. 12 - Jul. 15, 2026
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Nike Contact Football Camps
We’re excited to announce our return to San Diego State University for the Nike Contact Football Camp this summer! Join us in the heart of sunny San Diego for an unparalleled football experience. This camp is designed for athletes ages 8-18 who are eager to develop their skills, enhance their game, and train on world-class facilities under the guidance of elite coaches.
Camp Director Jonas Jackson is committed to delivering an unforgettable experience, prioritizing strong fundamentals and a positive camp experience for all. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, this camp will help elevate your performance and knowledge of the game.
This is your chance to refine your skills in a focused, position-specific environment. Our position-focused training emphasizes the fundamentals of football, where athletes will work on their passing, receiving, running, or defensive techniques. The camp gradually introduces the contact element through controlled, safe drills, ensuring athletes learn proper technique while prioritizing safety.
Campers will have access to SDSU’s top-tier campus facilities, including the gourmet dining hall, where they'll refuel and enjoy daily meals.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to train at one of the best campuses in California with professional coaches and dedicated staff. Register today, and get ready to take your game to the next level!
Note: There is no rental equipment available. Each camper will need to bring their own equipment.
Highlights Include
- Nike Football Camp T-Shirt and potentially other prizes!
- Professional Instruction from Coach Jackson and Staff
- Daily Training to Develop Speed, Strength and Agility
- Contact Drills and Scrimmages
- Grouping by Age, Weight, and Ability
- Discussions on Proper Technique and Concussion Safety
- Low Camper to Coach Ratios
- Excellent Residential, Dining, and Training Facilities
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director Jonas Jackson
Jackson, joined the Panthers football coaching staff in July of 2022 where he serves as the Defensive Line Coach. Prior to PVAMU coach Jackson was on the staff at Delaware State.He most recently served as defensive line coach at NCAA Div. III (Albany State (Ga.) in 2019. In 2018 and ’19, Jackson was an assistant at Your Call Football, an interactive competition in which participants call plays in real time for a series of live exhibition American football games with players, some of whom have played in the NFL or CFL. The participants watch the game via live streaming media and use a smartphone app to select the plays.
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DB Coach Malcom Moore
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RB Coach Trevonte Chambliss
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OL Coach Devin Goodman
Camp Details
SECURE YOUR SPOT!
Please Note: Last year, this camp SOLD OUT at this location. You can expect high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper sports, so please be sure to register early. Join our priority list to be notified when this program is available for registration.
Nike Contact Football Camps feature skill development both offensively and defensively. At camp, "contact" is introduced in a slow, gradual progression before any actual "contact" is initiated. Practices will progress to be full pads towards the end of camp. Campers are divided according to age, weight, and ability.
Note: There is no rental equipment available. Each camper will need to bring their own equipment.
Please note: The following camp information may be subject to change- camp dates, times, coaches, location, and housing.
2026 SUMMER CAMP INFORMATION
- Dates: July 12-15, 2026
- Age Group: 8-18
- Gender: Boys
- Camp Type: Overnight | Day
- Check-In: Begins 30 minutes prior to the camp start time.
- Meals: Day 1 - All Campers are provided Dinner. Days 2 & 3 – Overnight Campers provided all three meals, Day Campers provided Lunch. Day 4 - Breakfast provided to Overnight Campers, Camp ends at 12:30pm following graduation – no lunch provided on last day. All meals will be at the University Towers Kitchen.
Please note: Practice will be held at the turf field PG610 (See Map Here)
CAMP TIMES
- Check-in: 12:00pm-2:00pm on Sunday for all campers at Housing West - (Day campers should try to check in closer to 1:30pm)
- Check-out: Graduation takes place 11:30am-12:00pm on Wednesday. Parents are invited to attend. Check-out will take place immediately after. (Please note: Check out for overnight campers will be at the dorm and for Day campers will be at the field)
- Day Camper Schedule: Sunday, 12:00pm-9:00pm (dinner is included), Monday-Tuesday: 9:00-4:00pm, Wednesday: 9:00am-12:00pm
See more scheduling information in the 'See More Camp Detail" section at the bottom of the page (please note camp schedules are subject to change)
HOUSING (TBD)
Dorm: Huaxyacac
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: Not included. Bring linens (Twin) or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase, and a towel.
Air Conditioning: Yes
ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES
- Bowling Night – We are renting the Aztec Bowling Lanes on campus for a fun bowling and pizza night. There are also video games, table tennis and pool tables available at Aztec Lanes. This will be a fun evening for overnight campers only.
- Movie & Game Night – We will be renting out a space in the dorm hall for a football movie night for overnight campers
- Swimming at the Aztec Aquaplex – Campers will be able to hang out and swim at the resort-style Aquaplex. Lifeguards will be on duty. This event will be available to overnight campers only.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Daily Football Instruction
- Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours
- Nike Football Camp T-Shirt and potentially other prizes!
INSTRUCTION & FACILITY
Ratio: 1:10 staff to camper ratio
Groupings: Campers are grouped by ability, age, and experience, per the Director's discretion.
Facility: Outdoor Fields: Practice will be held at field PG610 (See Map Here). 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. Please note that US Sports Camps does NOT provide equipment and 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 Cleats (NO metal-tip cleats) & sneakers
Athletic supporter
Cup
Mouth guard
Sunscreen
Water bottle
OVERNIGHT CAMPERS ONLY:
Pillow, blanket, and twin XL bedding or sleeping bag (overnight)
Towels and personal toiletries (overnight)
Cleats AND athletic shoes
Helmet and pads (if required)
Workout clothes for multiple sessions each day
Casual clothes for the dorm and evening activities
Refillable water bottle
Sunscreen and any necessary medications
Snacks (optional)
Spending money for camp store (optional)
Safety & Supervision
Camper safety is our top priority. SDSU dorms are secured with 24/7 supervision by our trained staff and counselors. Campers are grouped by age and closely supervised during all activities, meals, and free time
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 team or group of 5 or more campers registering for the same camp, each camper may be eligible for a discount. To receive the group discount, please have someone email US Sports Camps at [email protected] with the following information: Camp name, list of camper names, and the number of campers. We will respond with a unique discount code for everyone in the group to use during online registration. *Note: Discount amounts vary by program, so please reach out for more 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.
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Sample Daily Schedule
- July 12
- 12pm – 2pm Check in (Day campers should try to check in closer to 1:30pm)
- 2:00pm Intro/Rules/Orientation
- 2:30pm First practice begins on the field
- 9:00pm Day Campers Depart - Free Time
- July 13th-14th
- Day Campers 9am – 4pm – Provided Lunch only
- Morning and afternoon practices (9am -11am & 2pm – 4pm)
- Overnight campers will have some downtime before dinner to shower and relax.
- Evening activity
- July 15th
- Day Campers 9am – 12:30pm – No Lunch provided
- Overnight Campers – Breakfast only – check out 12:30pm
- 9am – 11:30am scrimmages/competition in front of parents
- 11:30am – 12pm Closing Ceremony
- Day campers dismissed from field, overnight campers go back to dorms with parents to pack up and check out.
Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
*Registration Fees are charged once per camper, per season. Exceptions may apply.
Jul. 12 - Jul. 15, 2026
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Reviews & Testimonials
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July 18, 2023: The amount of instruction, repetition and skill development
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July 19, 2022: Offense and defensive linemen had lots of reps. Good competition. Great camp!
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July 25, 2022: Getting my kid out of his comfort zone and interacting with other kids was a veryhappy site to see.
November 20, 2023
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July 21, 2022: Dorm living, instruction from coaches, friendliness of coaches and players
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July 18, 2022: Learning to tackle safely, making tackles, learning to play contract football. This is a great camp.
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July 19, 2023: Meeting the coaches and having them accept my son and believe that he could do it.
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July 25, 2022: The position coaches including the student athletes from Whittier College were fabulous!
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July 18, 2022: My son loved learning under this coaching crew. He was excited to get to camp every day!
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July 28, 2022: The coaches and how excited they would get when a player would make a nice play on the field
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July 18, 2023: Learning from professional and collegiate coaches is great for my sons growth and progression in the sport.
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July 19, 2022: Organization, great coaches. Coaches were very enthusiastic, engaged, kept good pace in reps/water breaks/ game time simulation.
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July 18, 2023: My son absolutely loved the camp, learned a lot, gained confidence, and made new friends. These memories will last him a lifetime. Thank you!
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July 18, 2022: Friendliness of the staff and the campers. I appreciate how the coaches were patient in training the players to learn and undo wrong skilled development and to correct it and show them the right way to a three man stand and catching.
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July 18, 2023: Our son was able to immerse himself with kids and coaches who were very motivational and shared the same passion for football. He always had great things to share about his day and he's already talking about attending the next camp. He loved the comraderie and how encouraging everyone was. Overall a very positive experience for him and us as parents.
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I loved the five on five games and steal the bacon!
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