Nike Girls Lacrosse Camp at The Pennington School
- Extended
- Overnight
- Female
- Summer
Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
Jul. 6 - Jul. 9, 2026
Jul. 6 - Jul. 9, 2026
Aug. 3 - Aug. 6, 2026
Aug. 3 - Aug. 6, 2026
2026 DATES ARE NOW LIVE!
Join us at the 2026 Nike Girls Lacrosse Camp held at The Pennington School in New Jersey—just minutes from Princeton. With top-notch fields, air-conditioned dorms, and a vibrant campus setting, athletes will sharpen their skills and build lasting memories in an inspiring environment.
At Nike Girls Lacrosse Camps, our goal is to bring out the very best in every player we coach. To achieve this goal, Rachel Perla and her staff will focus on providing a better understanding of the game of lacrosse in a fun and exciting manner. All skills and drills will be age appropriate and will help foster the fundamentals and demands of the sport in a positive way. Skills emphasized will include: stick work, shooting fundamentals, agility and fitness training, communication activities, multiple player concepts, game situations and team building.
Highlights Include
- TEAM DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE!
- Complete Skills Camp for Girls Ages 10-15
- Superior instruction from College Coaches
- 10:1 camper to instructor on field ratio
- Daily emphasis on fundamentals, position training, drills and scrimmages
- Special goalie instruction
- Every camper receives a reversible Nike practice jersey
- Nike and STX Prizes for outstanding play, sportsmanship and improvement
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director Rachel Perla
Rachel Perla enters her sixth season as the head coach of LVC's women's lacrosse team in 2026.
View Rachel Perla's Bio ⟩
Camp Details
SECURE YOUR SPOT!
Please Note: Last year, camp sessions SOLD OUT at this location. You can expect a high demand for these first-come-first-served camper spots, so please be sure to register early. Get ready for a week of focused, intensive training sessions led by Rachel Perla and her coaching staff. Overnight and Commuter options available.
2026 OVERVIEW
- Dates: July 6-9 | August 3-6
- Age Group: 10-15
- Gender: Girls
- Camp Type: Overnight, Extended Day (commuter)
- Check-in: Check-in takes place between 1:00-2:00pm on Monday (Session I - July 6 or Session II - August 3).
- Check-out: There will be a closing ceremony at the field on Thursday (Session I - July 9 or Session II - Aug 6) at 11:30am. Overnight campers check-out from the dorm immediately following.
- Day Schedule: MON 2PM-8:30PM, TUE-WED 9AM-8:30PM, THURS 9AM-12 NOON **Times subject to change
- Meals: All meals are included for overnight campers. Lunch and dinner are included for Extended Day Campers. Meals start with dinner on the first day and end with breakfast on the last day.
- Program: This summer, The Pennington School is offering two sessions of overnight and extended day camp (9:00am-9:00pm) for ages 10-15. At Nike Lacrosse Camps we are committed to helping each camper become a better lacrosse player, and we hope all our participants leave camp having established new friendships and more passion for the game. Over the course of camp, your enthusiasm and self-confidence will grow along with your skills.
CAMP ADDRESS
The Pennington School
112 W Delaware Avenue
Pennington, NJ 08534
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DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE
- Team Discount: If five or more campers register together, each camper is eligible for a $25 discount. After all team members have successfully registered, contact us to receive a $25 refund per camper.
CAMP CHECK-IN
Session I - July 6th or Session II - August 3rd
- ALL CAMPERS: Check-in takes place between 1:00-2:00pm on Monday outside Buck Hall.
CAMP CHECK-OUT
Session I - July 9th or Session II - August 6th
- There will be a closing ceremony at the field on Thursday at 11:30am. Overnight campers check-out from the dorm immediately following.
2026 HOUSING
- Dorm: Buck Hall and Old Main
- Number of Campers Per Room: 2 per room
- Roommates: Rooms are assigned by age & roommate requests. Roommate requests must be mutual and 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!
- Bathrooms: Shared
- Linens: Not included. Bring linens or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase, and a towel.
- Air Conditioning: Yes
SUPERVISION
The staff reside in the dormitories with the campers and participate in all activities. Drugs, alcohol and tobacco are strictly prohibited, and constitute, along with general misconduct, grounds for dismissal from camp without a refund.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: Morning, afternoon, and evening training sessions
- Overnight campers: Dormitory housing on campus and all meals are provided.
- Extended Day campers: Lunch and dinner is included for Extended Day Campers.
- Supervision: Staff members reside in campers’ quarters and participate in all activities.
- Reversible Jersey & Prizes: Campers at multi-day camps will receive a Nike Lacrosse Reversible Jersey and prizes.
INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY
- Ratio: 1:10 staff-to-camper ratio
- Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience per the director's discretion.
- Equipment Needed: Please bring your cleats, protective goggles & mouthpiece, lacrosse stick(s), helmet and pads (Goalies)
- Facility: The Pennington School Athletic Fields
- 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!
OVERNIGHT CAMPERS
Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment, and personal items. US Sports Camps is NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles or money.
Checklist of things to bring:
- T-shirts
- Shorts
- Cleats
- Athletic Socks
- Protective Goggles
- Mouthpiece
- Lacrosse Stick(s)
- Goalies Must Have Full Protective Equipment
- Comfortable Off-Field Clothes
- Toiletries & Personal Items
- Water Bottle
- Sunscreen
- Turf Shoes or Running Shoes for indoor activities
- Alarm Clock
- Extra Towels
- Non-Perishable Snack Foods
- Spending money (approx. $50)
- Pillow & Pillowcase
- Twin XL Sheets/Blanket or Sleeping Bag
- No Fan Needed – Dorms Are Air Conditioned
- Signed Health & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
EXTENDED DAY CAMPERS
Checklist of Things to Bring: We recommend that all Extended Day Campers bring a daily pack with the following items: Along with your lacrosse equipment, we recommend that you bring a day pack with the following items: water bottle, weather appropriate clothing, cleats, and walking shoes.
Camp Schedule & Meals:
- Monday: On the first day of camp, extended day campers should arrive at the check-in time dressed to play. All other days, the arrival time is 8:45am. Extended day campers depart at 9:00pm (lunch and dinner included). Drop off and pick up locations will be provided at check-in.
- Tuesday & Wednesday: Extended Day Camper Hours - 9:00am-9:00pm. Lunch and dinner is provided.
- Thursday: Extended Day Camper Hours - 9:00am-12:00pm. Check-out is immediately after the camp concludes at noon. Departure time may change depending on the event.
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.
NIKE LACROSSE CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our lacrosse camps, please see our FAQ page.
Show Less See More Camp DetailsOVERNIGHT CAMP AMENITIES
• 3 nights lodging • All meals
• Reversible Nike practice jersey
EXTENDED DAY CAMP AMENITIES
• Lunch & dinner
• Reversible Nike practice jersey
• Camp hours: MON 2PM-8:30PM, TUE-WED 9AM-8:30PM, THURS 9AM-12 NOON **Times subject to change
Sample Daily Schedule
- 7:30 am Breakfast (Overnighters)
- 9:00 am Stretching and Conditioning
- 9:30 am Line Drills and Stations
- 10:30 am Position Work
- Noon Lunch and rest
- 1:30 pm 1v1, 2v2, and fastbreaks
- 3:00 pm Drill stations and scrimmaging
- 5:00 pm Dinner and supervised free time
- 6:30 pm Back to field for games
- 8:30 pm Extended Day Campers depart
- 10:00 pm Overnight Campers to rooms; Lights out!
The Pennington School
Located just 40 miles from Philadelphia and 60 from NYC, Pennington is centrally located with easy access for our campers coming from across the Northeast. Campers will train each day at the Tom Liwosz Turf Field.
Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
Jul. 6 - Jul. 9, 2026
Jul. 6 - Jul. 9, 2026
Aug. 3 - Aug. 6, 2026
Aug. 3 - Aug. 6, 2026
Media
Reviews & Testimonials
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My girls above all had fun! They really enjoyed their time and made it easy for a mom to know they had a great time!
August 14, 2023 -
My daughter enjoyed playing lacrosse multiple times a day while making new friends.
August 7, 2023 -
Kirsten loved the experience with her friends and enjoyed all the coaches.
August 4, 2023
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My daughter loved every minute of the camp.
July 23, 2023 -
I love how they included fun activities in addition to Lacrosse. For example, the huge waterslide was a hit!
July 16, 2023 -
My daughter loved the training she received and it was her first overnight camp.
August 5, 2022 -
First stay away camp, her happiness with the dorm and rooming with her friend. She liked meeting new girls!
August 5, 2022 -
Great Camp!
My daughter had a great time! She met new friends, had great coaches, learned new moves and improved her skills in lacrosse. She also learned to be more independent and try new things.
August 3, 2018 -
Great Camp!
My daughter had a great time! She met new friends, had great coaches, learned new moves and improved her skills in lacrosse. She also learned to be more independent and try new things.
August 3, 2018 -
Lots of fun!
I enjoyed everything about this camp! While you still had freedom, there were also certain rules which you were expected to live by which I very much expected. Camp staff was very friendly and taught me a lot. Overall a very organized set up and lots of fun!
August 12, 2017 -
We'll be back next year!
My daughter loved her coaches and all the fun games and drills provided. She said the competition between the teams was really fun. With 14 girls from our Clearview team attending it was a great bonding experience for them! Erin has not put her stick down since the camp, it definitely instilled a stronger love for the sport! Thank you and we'll be back next year!
August 12, 2017 -
Lots of fun!
I enjoyed everything about this camp! While you still had freedom, there were also certain rules which you were expected to live by which I very much expected. Camp staff was very friendly and thought me a lot. Overall a very organized set up and lots of fun!
August 12, 2017 -
We'll be back next year!
My daughter loved her coaches and all the fun games and drills provided. She said the competition between the teams was really fun. With 14 girls from our Clearview team attending it was a great bonding experience for them! Erin has not put her stick down since the camp, it definitely instilled a stronger love for the sport! Thank you and we'll be back next year!
August 12, 2017 -
Really enjoyed it!
I enjoyed the leadership skills we worked on and I feel more prepared to help my teammates if they need it. The stations were my favorite part of the day. The defense skills we learned I will definitely apply to games.
August 10, 2017 -
Really enjoyed it!
I enjoyed the leadership skills we worked on and I feel more prepared to help my teammates if they need it. The stations were my favorite part of the day. The defense skills we learned I will definitely apply to games.
August 10, 2017 -
Top notch!
The skills, the personnel, and the venue is top notch. My daughter learned a lot. The coaches provided excellent safety and made parents feel good about leaving their campers for the week. Thank you for such a great week Nike!
August 21, 2016 -
Loved the coaches!
Loved the coaches and how they worked with the girls. My daughter camp home with new friends and new skills! She is excited to take all she learned back to her club team!
August 21, 2016 -
Top notch!
The skills, the personnel, and the venue is top notch. My daughter learned a lot. The coaches provided excellent safety and made parents feel good about leaving their campers for the week. Thank you for such a great week Nike!
August 21, 2016 -
The best experience!
The Nike Girl’s Lacrosse Camp was THE BEST EXPERIENCE my daughter had this summer. The directors and coaches are the most terrific motivators! My daughter loved the housing and fellowship. She had so much fun. We would do it again in a heartbeat and plan to recommend this camp to everyone we know.
July 22, 2015 -
The best experience!
The Nike Girl’s Lacrosse Camp was THE BEST EXPERIENCE my daughter had this summer. The directors and coaches are the most terrific motivators! My daughter loved the housing and fellowship. She had so much fun. We would do it again in a heartbeat and plan to recommend this camp to everyone we know.
July 22, 2015 -
Excellent camp!
I have been coming to the Nike Girls Lacrosse Camps in New Jersey for years because of the fun atmosphere and great instruction. This year was no different. Excellent camp.
July 19, 2015 -
Excellent camp!
I have been coming to the Nike Girls Lacrosse Camps in New Jersey for years because of the fun atmosphere and great instruction. This year was no different. Excellent camp.
July 19, 2015 -
Take your game to the next level!
The staff is fantastic! They assess the players and align by skill level. This allowed for appropriate instruction level. They will then train and teach you to find the next level to your game and they make it fun.
July 18, 2015 -
Take your game to the next level!
The staff is fantastic! They assess the players and align by skill level. This allowed for appropriate instruction level. They will then train and teach you to find the next level to your game and they make it fun.
July 18, 2015 -
It's a blast!
The camp is a great learning experience and focuses on teaching fundamentals as well as teaching you to become a better player. The campers and staff are great and care for the campers as if they are their own daughter. It's a blast!
July 17, 2015 -
It's a blast!
The camp is a great learning experience and focuses on teaching fundamentals as well as teaching you to become a better player. The campers and staff are great and care for the campers as if they are their own daughter. It's a blast!
July 17, 2015