Nike Malibu Swim Camp at Pepperdine University
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- 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.
2026 dates are coming soon.
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Registration for the 2026 camp is coming soon!
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Pacific Ocean, the Nike Malibu Swim Camp is hosted on the picturesque campus of Pepperdine University, just 25 miles from the Los Angeles International Airport. Our instruction takes place in the state-of-the-art Raleigh Runnels Memorial Pool—an Olympic-sized facility renowned for its stunning views and world-class training environment.
This swim camp offers more than just elite-level stroke technique instruction; campers also participate in a range of fun activities outside of the pool, promoting teamwork, friendship, and unforgettable summer experiences. Swimmers of all skill levels can immerse themselves in a supportive atmosphere designed to foster improvement and personal growth.
Join us this fall at a 1-day Starts and Turns Clinic: Nike Malibu Fall Swim Clinic at Pepperdine University
The Nike Malibu Swim Camp at Pepperdine University is open to any and all entrants and limited only by number, age, and gender. For your safety and benefit, we recommend you have competitive swimming experience (e.g., U.S.S. age group, national qualifiers, high school swimmers, or summer league swimmers) and can swim at least 50 meters in all four competitive strokes: fly, back, breast, and freestyle.
Highlights Include
- TEAM DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE
- Stroke technique refinement for competitive swimming
- Low camper-to-staff ratio
- Small group and individual stroke analysis/instruction
- Every camper receives a Nike Camp T-shirt and Nike Swim Cap
- Every camper is eligible to receive merit-based prizes during camp
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director Ellie Monobe
In just her third season as the head coach of the Pepperdine women’s swimming and diving program, Ellie Monobe took the Waves to new heights as they won back-to-back PCSC championships in 2022 and 2023. She then guided the program to an MPSF championship in 2025. She is in her sixth year as head coach in 2025-26.
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Assistant Coach Dan Marella
Dan Marella is Pepperdine's assistant swim and dive coach. In his time with the team, Marella has helped the Waves win back-to-back PCSC championships in 2022 and 2023.
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Assistant Coach Zachary Gebhardt
Zac Gebhardt is an assistant coach at UCLA. Prior to joining the staff at UCLA, Gebhardt served as the assistant coach and recruiting coordinator for UC San Diego, and before that was an assistant coach at NCAA Division III University of Mount Union.
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Assistant Coach Jackie Keenan
Jackie Keenan works with Pepperdine Athletics as a sports performance coach for the Women’s Swim & Dive team and Women’s Soccer team. She started working at Pepperdine in the Fall of 2021 as an intern and was promoted to a graduate assistant role thereafter. She recently just graduated with her Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership and plans to start an assistant sports performance coaching position in the Fall with Pepperdine Athletics.
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Camp Details
SECURE YOUR SPOT!
You can expect a high demand for these first-come-first-served camper spots, so please be sure to register early. This year, Pepperdine is offering one session of summer camp for ages 10-18. Instruction will take place each day at the Raleigh Runnels Memorial Pool.
2026 OVERVIEW OVERNIGHT CAMP
- Dates: Session I - June 22-26 | Session II - June 29-July 3
- Age Group: 10-18
- Gender: Coed
- Camp Type: Overnight & Extended Day (commuter)
- Check-in: Check-In will be from 12:00-1:00pm at Firestone Fieldhouse Lot. Camp orientation will be at 1:30pm on the pool deck.
- Check-out: Check-out will be 12:00pm (noon)
- Extended Day Schedule: MON 12:00PM-8:30PM, TUE-THURS 6:30AM-8:00PM, FRI 7:30AM-12:00PM **Times subject to change
- Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight &. Extended Day campers. No lunch will be provided on Monday or Friday.
- Program: The Stroke Technique program is designed to provide competitive swimmers with a better understanding of swimming fundamentals. Stroke refinement along with constructive feedback will be the focus of the camp and allows each participant to gain a greater knowledge of proper stroke mechanics and ways to improve themselves individually. This camp will also focus on details that will improve and refine the performance elements of Starts & Turns.
CAMP ADDRESS
Pepperdine University (Interactive Campus Map)
Malibu, CA 90263
Firestone Fieldhouse Lot - Click Here for directions to Firestone Fieldhouse Lot
Raleigh Runnels Memorial Pool - Click Here for directions to the pool.
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.
CHECK-IN
Monday, June 22nd
- Check-In will be from 12:00-1:00pm at Firestone Fieldhouse Lot. Camp orientation will be at 1:30pm on the pool deck. Click Here for directions to Firestone Fieldhouse Lot
Monday, June 29th
- Check-In will be from 12:00-1:00pm at Firestone Fieldhouse Lot. Camp orientation will be at 1:30pm on the pool deck. Click Here for directions to Firestone Fieldhouse Lot
CHECK-OUT
Friday, June 26th
- Check-out will be 12:00pm (noon)
Friday, July 3rd
- Check-out will be 12:00pm (noon)
2026 HOUSING
- Dorm: TBA
- 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: NO AC - Please bring a portable fan
- Dorm Includes Microwaves and Fridges - campers are permitted to bring perishable snacks.
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 are provided.
- Supervision: Staff members reside in campers’ quarters and participate in all activities.
- Camp T-shirt & Prizes: Campers at multi-day camps will receive a Nike Swim Camps 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: Raleigh Runnels Memorial Pool
- 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:
- Weather appropriate clothing for 4 nights/5 days
- Dryland training Gear (running shoes, t-shirt, athletic shorts, sweatshirt)
- Backpack
- 2-3 Swimsuits
- Swim Cap(s)
- Goggles
- Towels
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- Hat or Visor
- Sunglasses
- Sandals/flip flops
- Spending Money ($25-50)
- Linens (XL twin sheets & blankets or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase)
- Pajamas
- Bath Towel
- Toiletries
- Perishable Snacks - Dorms include microwaves and fridges.
- Snorkel (optional)
- Optional: Fan - dorm does not have AC
- 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: swimsuit, swim cap, goggles, towel, sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, sandals, water bottle, dry land gear (running shoes, t-shirt, athletic shorts, sweatshirt) and any other appropriate clothing for that day’s activities which will be described to you on the first day of camp.
Camp Schedule & Meals:
- Monday: Extended Day Campers should arrive dressed and ready to swim. You will be assigned a counselor and given a complete schedule of all events during the week. Extended Day Campers stay until 8:30pm. **Times subject to change
- Tuesday-Thursday: Extended Day Camper Hours – 6:30am-8:00pm. Lunch and Dinner are provided. **Times subject to change
- Friday: Extended Day Camper Hours - 7:30am-12:00pm (11:00am Session II). Check-out is immediately after the camp concludes. **Times subject to change
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 SWIM CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our swim camps please see our FAQ page.
OVERNIGHT SUMMER CAMP AMENITIES (JUNE 23-27 & JULY 21-25)
• 4 nights lodging • All meals
• Nightly recreational activities
• Nike Camp T-shirt & Nike Swim Cap
EXTENDED DAY SUMMER CAMP AMENITIES (JUNE 23-27 & JULY 21-25)
• Nike Camp T-shirt & Nike Swim Cap
• Camp hours: MON 12:00PM-8:30PM, TUE-THURS 6:30AM-8:00PM, FRI 7:30AM-12:00PM (11:00AM Session II) **Times subject to change
This summer, Pepperdine University is offering two session of overnight camps with an extended day camp (8:30am-8:30pm) option. Our goal is to maximize swimming potential by helping swimmers to create a winning mindset and provide ongoing and constructive feedback in the pool to improve stroke technique.
Raleigh Runnels Memorial Pool
Site of the 1984 Olympic water polo competition, Pepperdine's Raleigh Runnels Memorial Pool is recognized as a sparkling blue jewel carved amidst the rugged Santa Monica Mountains. The Pepperdine facility has gained prominence and fame as one of the premier aquatic centers, located on one of the most picturesque campuses in the world.
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.
2026 dates are coming soon.
JOIN THE PRIORITY LISTING BELOW FOR UPDATES WHEN FUTURE SESSIONS ARE ADDED.
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Reviews & Testimonials
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Learned new techniques and improved skills!
He was swimming all the time and had fun with new friends. Learned new techniques and improved skills.
July 21, 2023 -
Loved it!
I love the fact that it had female coaches.
July 22, 2022 -
Great camp!
If you ask my daughter, the highlights were making like minded new friends and being able to be in a university setting. In addition, the staff were very friendly and hospitable. I really enjoyed that it was a small group enough to allow the coaches to give constructive feedback so that the swimmers can improve. Amelia really liked Tank and his presence!
July 22, 2022
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Amazing!
The staff was amazing as was the campus. They know their stuff!!
July 6, 2022 -
Great opportunity to imrpove!
The staff were friendly and extremely effective in communicating lessons with the participants. From what we saw they went above and beyond to make sure that all kids had the same opportunities to improve.
July 1, 2022