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*Registration Fees are charged once per camper, per season. Exceptions may apply.
Aug. 23 - Aug. 24, 2025

Save Big on Swim Camp – Register Early for the Best Pricing!
Come join Olympic Coach, David Marsh, this summer 2025 and learn from the best at the Cal Swim Camp! Cal is offering six sessions of camp this summer on the beautiful campus of the University of California, Berkeley.
Campers will train at the brand new Legends Aquatics Center, which is one of the finest outdoor facilities in the United States. The main entrance to Legends Aquatic Center is on Bancroft Ave, one block down from Spieker Pool and RSF. Parking is available in the RSF Garage located on Bancroft or metered street parking.
All Cal Sports Camps are open to any and all entrants. For your safety and benefit, we recommend you choose a camp that fits your level of development. All events are subject to change based on NCAA restrictions. Due to high demand and limited capacity, prices are subject to increase as camp exceeds 25%/50%/75% capacity.
Highlights Include
- For competitive swimmers ages 9-17
- TEAM DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE
- Camp emphasis on technique and drill instruction covering all four strokes, starts and turns.
- 10:1 camper-to-staff ratio and 24-hour supervision
- Every camper receives a camp t-shirt and swim cap
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director David Marsh
Internationally renowned swimming coach David Marsh is an associate head coach of both the men's and women's programs at Cal.
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Co-Director Kristin Marsh
Kristin Marsh swam for Cal in the late 80’s and has coached numerous clubs and high school student athletes over the last 30 years. Kristin was awarded the North Carolina High School (All Divisions) Coach of the Year in 2017. Kristin founded the Pine Lake Preparatory swim teams and quickly won 3 consecutive 1A-2A State NC championships.
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Head Coach David Durden
California men’s swimming & diving has established itself as the premier collegiate and post-graduate program in the country under the guidance of head coach David Durden, who will enter his 16th season at the helm in 2022-23. Durden is also currently serving as Cal's Acting Director of Swimming & Diving, overseeing both the men's and women's programs.
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Camp Director Noah Yanchulis
Noah Yanchulis joined the Cal Berkeley coaching staff in June 2023 and will serve as an assistant coach for both the men's and women's programs .
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Camp Details
SECURE YOUR SPOT!
Please note: Camp sessions SOLD OUT in 2024. You can expect a high demand for these first-come-first-served camper spots, so please be sure to register early. This summer, Cal is offering six sessions of day camp (9:00am-3:00pm) for ages 9-17.
2025 OVERVIEW
- Dates: Session I - May 31-June 1 (Sat-Sun) | Session II - June 14 (Sat) | Session III - June 16-18 (Mon-Wed) | Session IV - June 21 (Sat) | Session V - June 23-25 (Mon-Wed) | Session VI - August 23-24
- Age Group: 9-17
- Gender: Coed
- Camp Type: Day Camp
- Schedule: 9:00am-3:00pm each day
- Check-In: 8:30am each day
- Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a packed lunch.
- Program: The focuses for each session will be as follows:
- Session I: "Starts/Turns/Finishes"
- Session II: "Turns and Underwaters the Cal Bear Way"
- Session III: "Raise Your Level" - All 4 Strokes + Racing
- Session IV: "Starts the Cal Bear Way"
- Session V: "Raise Your Level" - All 4 Strokes + Underwater
- Session VI: "Pre-Season Tune Up" - All 4 Strokes
PLEASE NOTE: Participants are expected to have competitive swim knowledge. These camps DO NOT teach participants how to swim. Enrollment will be limited to ensure that individuals will receive special attention and maximize their participation. For your safety and benefit, we recommend all participants have competitive swimming experience (E.G. U.S.S. Age Group, National Qualifiers, High School Swimmers, or Summer League Swimmers) with all four competitive strokes: Fly, Back, Breast and Freestyle.
CAMP ADDRESS
Legends Aquatic Center
2214 Bancroft Way
Berkeley, CA 94704
Click Here for Directions - Campus Map
Parking is available at the Legends Aquatic Center parking lot as well as metered street parking on Durant Ave. Please be aware of parking restrictions.
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/CHECK-OUT
Check-in
- Check-in 8:30am at Legends Aquatic Center
Check-out
- Check-out will be at 3:00pm each day. There will be a brief closing ceremony at 2:30pm on the last day of camp. ALL CAMPERS must depart immediately following the closing ceremony.
There is no supervision before or after camp hours, so please make arrangements to drop off and pick up your child on time.
MEALS
Lunch is NOT provided each day. Please bring a healthy lunch and snacks each day.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: Morning and afternoon training sessions
- Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours.
- Camp T-shirt & Prizes: Campers will receive a Cal Camp t-shirt 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 water swimsuit, swim cap, goggles and towel(s)
- Facility: Legends Aquatic Center
- 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.
Items:
- Dryland Training Gear (running shoes, t-shirt, athletic shorts, sweatshirt)
- Warm jacket and sweats (for possible fog during morning training sessions)
- Backpack
- Swimsuit
- Swim Cap
- Goggles
- Towel
- Hat or Visor
- Sandals/ Flip Flops
- Water Bottle
- Sunscreen
- Healthy Lunch and Snacks each day
- Fins
- University of California Release Form (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
- Signed Health & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
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.
CAMP LODGING - NO HOUSING PROVIDED
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2121 Center St
Berkeley, CA 94704
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Main: 510-982-2100
THE CLAREMONT HOTEL
41 Tunnel Rd
Berkeley, CA 94705
Website: claremontresort.com/1-800-257-7544
Main: 510-843-3000
HOTEL DURANT
2600 Durant Ave
Berkeley, CA 94704
Website: hoteldurantberkeley.com/1-800-238-7268
Hotel Main: 510-845-8981
DOUBLE TREE BY HILTON HOTEL BERKELEY MARINA
200 Marina Boulevard
Berkeley, CA 94710
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Hotel Main: 510-548-7920
TRANSPORTATION
The camp is not allowed to offer any transportation to and from camps. The airport closest to the Berkeley campus is Oakland International Airport; San Francisco International Airport is also within a reasonable distance. Campers are responsible for their own transportation to and from camp.
Sample Daily Schedule
- 9:00 AM Pool Session 1
- 11:30 AM Lunch
- 12:30 PM Discussion/Stretching
- 1:00 PM Dry-Land Training
- 1:30 PM Pool Session 2
- 3:00 PM Campers Depart
Legends Aquatics Center
UC Berkeley's Legends Aquatics Center, is the newest and one of the finest outdoor facilities in the United States. The main entrance to Legends Aquatic Center is on Bancroft Ave, one block down from Spieker Pool and RSF. Parking is available in the RSF Garage located on Bancroft or metered street parking.