Nike Adult Pickleball Camp at Dill Dinkers, White Marsh

2025 CAMP DATES

• August 2

CAMP PROGRAM INFORMATION

• Camp Type(s) Offered: 1 DAY CAMP (SATURDAY 9:00AM-3:00PM)
• Gender: COED
• Age Range: 18+
• Skill Level: ADVANCED BEGINNER (3.0-3.5), INTERMEDIATE (3.5-4.0) & ADVANCED (4.0+)

SKILL LEVELS & GROUP PLACEMENT

Upon arrival, all participants are evaluated by the staff so that their own instructional needs can be addressed throughout the week. Participants are then sorted by ability first, then age per the Camp Director's discretion - adjustments are made as needed during camp.

While there are many ways to define skill levels, the following descriptions are what the Camp Directors at Nike Pickleball Camps will use to organize and group camp participants. At the time of registration, please choose the level that best represents your experience:

• ADVANCED BEGINNER: PLAYERS AT THIS LEVEL ARE NEW TO PICKLEBALL BUT HAVE A LITTLE BIT OF EXPERIENCE. THEY CAN HIT BASIC SHOTS AND POSSESS A FUNDAMENTAL UNDERSTANDING OF THE RULES, SCORING, AND COURT POSITIONING. FOCUS IS ON BUILDING CONFIDENCE AND FAMILIARITY WITH THE GAME. (NOT RATED YET OR DUPR RATING 3.0 - 3.5)

• INTERMEDIATE: PLAYERS AT THIS LEVEL UNDERSTAND THE RULES AND STRATEGY OF PICKLEBALL AND CAN SUSTAIN RALLIES USING A MIX OF SHOTS. THEY CAN HIT WITH SOME SPIN AND ACCURACY, RESULTING IN FEWER UNFORCED ERRORS. FOCUS IS ON REFINING TECHNIQUE, IMPROVING COURT AWARENESS, AND DEVELOPING STRATEGIC PLAY. (DUPR RATING 3.5-4.0)

• ADVANCED: PLAYERS AT THIS LEVEL ARE PROFICIENT IN MOST ASPECTS OF THE GAME AND EMPLOY ADVANCED STRATEGIES. THEY EXHIBIT STRONG FOOTWORK AND AN UNDERSTANDING OF GAMEPLAY DYNAMICS. THIS LEVEL FOCUSES ON COMPETITIVE PLAY, ADVANCED SHOT-MAKING, AND TACTICAL DECISION-MAKING. (DUPR RATING 4.0+)

CAMP CHECK-IN/OUT

• Check-in: BETWEEN 8:30AM AND 9:00AM AT THE PICKLEBALL COURTS
• Check-out: 3:00PM AT THE PICKLEBALL COURTS

DAILY CAMP SCHEDULE

• 9:00AM – 9:30AM
  • CHECK-IN, WARM-UP AND MATCH PLAY FOR EVALUATION.
• 9:30AM – 9:45AM
  • INTRODUCTIONS OF PLAYERS AND STAFF ALONG WITH REVIEW OF THE PLAN FOR THE DAY.
• 9:45AM – 11:00AM
  • FOCUS ON STRATEGY, SHOT SELECTIONS AND TECHNIQUES AT THE NON-VOLLEY ZONE (NVZ) INCLUDING HOW TO ATTACK, DEFEND AND RESET IN A VARIETY OF SITUATIONS. LEARN HOW TO PUT IT IN TO PLAY IN LIVE GAME SITUATIONS.
• 11:00AM – 11:30AM
  • LIVE MATCH PLAY WITH FEEDBACK FROM COACHES THROUGHOUT POINTS ON TOPICS COVERED IN THE CAMP SESSION.
• 11:30AM – 12:00PM (LUNCH BREAK & Q&A)
  • PLEASE BRING SNACKS TO EAT DURING BREAK TO RE-FUEL. OPPORTUNITY FOR Q&A WITH THE INSTRUCTORS ON REAL-GAME EXPERIENCE.

• 12:00PM – 1:30PM
  • ADDING IN MOVEMENT THROUGH THE COURT, ESPECIALLY IN THE TRANSITION AREA (TA) WITH THE RIGHT GAME STRATEGY AND WITH A FOCUS ON PARTNER COMMUNICATION. LEARN HOW TO PUT IT IN TO PLAY IN LIVE GAME SITUATIONS
• 1:30PM – 2:30PM
  • DEVELOPMENT OF SERVE AND RETURN STRATEGIES INCLUDING WORK ON HIGH EFFICIENCY SHOT SELECTIONS INCLUDING 3RD DROPS, DRIVES & HYBRIDS. LEARN HOW TO PUT IT IN TO PLAY IN LIVE GAME SITUATIONS.
• 2:30PM – 3:00PM
  • LIVE MATCH PLAY WITH FEEDBACK FROM COACHES THROUGHOUT POINTS ON TOPICS COVERED IN THE CAMP SESSION

MEALS

• MEALS ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE CAMP TUITION. PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR OWN MEALS, SNACKS, AND WATER EACH DAY.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?

• Welcome Package: All campers receive a Pickleball Camps t-shirt
• Instruction: 6 hours of court time including instruction and match play

EQUIPMENT, FACILITY & MORE

• Equipment Needed: All campers must bring a pickleball paddle, athletic shoes, and a water bottle
• Facility: Dill Dinkers, White Marsh's indoor pickleball courts

CUSTOMER PORTAL

To access your completed camp enrollments, Health and Release Forms, Camp Information Packet and pay any outstanding balance you might have please visit: US Sports Camps Customer Portal

CANCELLATION POLICY

If you need to cancel for any reason up to 24 hours before camp check-in, you will receive a camp credit voucher for the tuition fees paid, valid for one year for any sport and transferable to any immediate family member. Please note that participants who do not attend their registered session (no-shows) or fail to notify USSC at least 24 hours prior to check-in will not receive a voucher or refund.

Refunds are available only if the Cancellation Protection was purchased at the time of registration and the cancellation is made before your payment due date (1st of the month prior to your camp start date). These policies are in place to account for camp fees associated with each registration that is made in advance of the program. Camper waives any and all damages that may otherwise arise out of any camp cancellation and agrees to accept as liquidated damages said registration fees.

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

ACCOMMODATIONS & TRAVEL

This is a Day Camp only; housing is not included in the camp tuition. Campers are responsible for arranging their own overnight accommodations if needed.

US Sports Camps, the Camp Director, camp staff, and the host facility are not liable for any travel-related arrangements, including but not limited to flights, hotels, Airbnbs, or rental cars.

We recommend booking refundable or flexible travel and accommodation options in case of any changes to the camp schedule.

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 the Pre-Camp Checklist. All necessary camp information is on this page. You can also access important account information in the online CUSTOMER PORTAL. 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.

• Athletic, on-court pickleball clothing

• Pickleball Paddle(s)

• Comfortable court shoes (no running shoes)

• Sweatshirt/warm-up jacket and pants

• Water bottle

• Snacks (optional)

• Signed Health & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)

NIKE PICKLEBALL CAMP FAQ

For general questions about our pickleball camps please see our FAQ page

SELKIRK SPORT

Selkirk Sport is the market leader in pickleball paddle technology and innovation. One of Selkirk's core missions is to grow the sport and the company is proud to partner with Nike Sports Camps to promote pickleball. Selkirk is committed to providing its premier paddles, equipment, and educational resources to the camp's instructors and participants.

Camp Code: PBADWM