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Maverick Nike Fall & Spring Swim Clinic at Minnesota State University, Mankato

Nathan Owens, Camp Director

Minnesota State University, Mankato, Mankato, Minnesota 56001

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Clinic
Co-Ed
Spring
Fall

Limited

Starts, Turns, & Underwaters Clinic | Day 9:30AM-4:00PM

Nov. 22 - Nov. 22, 2025

Co-Ed | Ages: 9 - 18

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$135 ($125 Tuition + $10 Registration Fee)

Limited

Freestyle Clinic | Clinic

Apr. 11 - Apr. 11, 2026

Co-Ed | Ages: 9 - 18

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$135 ($125 Tuition + $10 Registration Fee)

Limited

Backstroke Clinic | Clinic

Apr. 12 - Apr. 12, 2026

Co-Ed | Ages: 9 - 18

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$135 ($125 Tuition + $10 Registration Fee)

Limited

Breaststroke Clinic | Clinic

Apr. 18 - Apr. 18, 2026

Co-Ed | Ages: 9 - 18

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$135 ($125 Tuition + $10 Registration Fee)

Limited

Butterfly Clinic | Clinic

Apr. 19 - Apr. 19, 2026

Co-Ed | Ages: 9 - 18

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$135 ($125 Tuition + $10 Registration Fee)

* Pricing is subject to change based on availability. Enroll today to secure current rates. Additional fees may apply.

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Fall & Spring Clinics Now Available!

Minnesota State University, Mankato Head Swim Coach, Nathan Owens, is excited to bring you the Maverick Nike Swim Clinics this fall and spring.

Campers will practice and train in Highland Pool, a six lane by 25 yard competition pool, that features stadium seating for spectators and ample deck space for training and events. Home of the Maverick Women's Swimming and Diving Team, Highland Pool was renovated in 2005.

The Maverick Nike Swim Camp at Minnesota State University, Mankato is open to any and all entrants. 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

Training from experienced college coaches
Video sessions with personalized feedback
Classroom sessions that reinforce concepts
Emphasis on details & technique
Focus on impactful skills
Excellent facilities and amenities
Access to swimmer videos on YouTube
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Camp Director Nathan Owens

Head Coach Nathan Owens has been with the Mavericks since 2004. During his tenure, the Swimming & Diving team has produced the top performers in the program’s rich history.
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The team’s record books have been rewritten and new benchmarks for success have been set nearly every year. Owens has led the Mavericks to 16 postseason appearances in 20 years and led the team to top-25 finishes at the Division II National Championships 11 times. At Minnesota State, Owens has coached dozens of All-Americans and produced U.S. and Canadian Olympic trials qualifiers.

During the 2016-17 season, Owens helped guide the Women's Swimming and Diving program into a new era as they transitioned from the New South Intercollegiate Swimming Conference (2016) into the Northern Sun Conference (2017). In 2017 the Mavericks finished second out of seven women's teams at the NSIC Conference Championship.

At the conference meet the Mavericks posted 30 individual top-8 finishes which included 9 new school records, 11 individual NCAA provisional qualifying times, and 4 Conference Champions. The Mavericks also won 4 of 5 relay events in route to setting new school records in the 200 freestyle relay, the 400 medley Relay, and the 400 freestyle relay.

The Mavericks capped off their season with their best finish ever at the NCAA Championships, finishing 13th overall. On day 1, senior Cheyenne Rova took 3rd overall in the 50 freestyle (23.06) while junior teammate, Cecilia Hake (23.10), finished right behind in 4th. The Mavericks 200 medley relay team also placed 11th overall. Day 2 featured the fastest 200 free relay team in school history as the Mavericks finished 3rd overall with the time of 1:32.69 (Cheyenne Rova (23.24), Maggie Knier (23.25), Taylor Bass (23.65), and Cecilia Hake (22.55). On day 3, Cecilia Hake lowered her school record in the 100 backstroke (54.48) and placed 6th. On the final day of the meet, Hake placed 14th in the 100 freestyle while Cheyenne Rova set a new school record in the event (50.28) and finished in 5th overall. The Mavericks capped off their National meet with a new school record in the 400 freestyle relay (3:23.74) which finished in 6th (Taylor Bass (51.73), Cecilia Hake (50.42), Chelsea Calhoon (51.69), and Cheyenne Rova (49.90).

“We have a really fun team right now that has been awesome to work with”, Owens explains, “Our current team is one of the most talented groups that we’ve ever had. They’re hard working, dedicated, and have a lot of fun together. The coaches and I are excited to see what the program can do over the next several years”.

In addition to coaching, Owens oversees the Learn to Swim with the Mavericks youth swimming lesson program. This year-round program enrolls over 700 local children annually. He aslo directs seasonal swim camps for youth and age-group swimmers as well as clinics for adults and triathletes.

Prior to coaching at Minnesota State, Owens served as an assistant coach for Texas Christian University (TCU) and helped guide the Horned Frogs to back-to-back Conference USA titles in 2002 & 2003. From 2000 – 2002, he served as a Head Coach at St. Norbert College in De Pere, Wis., where he helped establish the new program and in only their second year of existence, Owens guided the Green Knights to finish in the top half of their conference finishing 3rd out of 7 teams. Prior to his appointment at St. Norbert, Owens served as the Head Coach for Wausau East High School in Wausau, Wis. In the summer of 2000, Owens coached the Wausau Tide Swimming Club and helped to produce one Olympic trials qualifier.

Owens attended and competed for the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point from 1996-1999 where he earned his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. He received his Master’s degree in Exercise Science from Texas Christian University in 2004. Owens resides in North Mankato, MN with his wife Lindsey and their two children Eli and Vivian.

Program description & training philosophy:

The team's training philosophy is straight forward, simple, and designed to produce results. In short, the mavericks “train to compete”. In practice, this translates to high quality training over volume training. Important aspects of the training program include an emphasis on strength and conditioning. Developing sport specific functional strength and explosiveness is critical to success. In addition, race specific and event specific training are often used in training. Many workouts are in small groups and include general conditioning, race specific training, stroke specific training, power-production-tolerance training, in addition to recovery workouts.

The Women's Swimming & Diving program has steadily improved in recent years and looks to continue on that trend. The coaches are searching for highly motivated and competitive athletes to continue to build a nationally competitive program. Optimistic about the future of the program, Coach Owens explains "Our program continues to have a bright future. The Women’s Swimming & Diving program is well funded and supported. Our coaching staff has the experience and the desire to help our program reach a new level of success. Our focus is to recruit highly motivated women that are hard working and love to compete. In addition, the Division II model here at Minnesota State allows student-athletes to find a positive balance between their respective sport, their education, and the other important aspects of life”. This philosophy also allows our student-athletes to maintain a balance between their course work, family, athletic, and social life. Academic success is paramount. The Women’s Swimming and Diving Programs has been recognized by achieving Academic All-American status on a regular basis.
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Assistant Camp Director Carter Walles

Carter Walles, Graduate Assistant Coach.
Staff Maverick Swim Camp Staff

We are fortunate to invite back a truly accomplished group of college coaches, former athletes, and college swimmers. Our coaching staff has experience at nearly every level of competition including YMCA, USS Club, High School, and the Division 1, 2, and 3 NCAA level. Our staff works closely together to create a dynamic and exciting atmosphere for teaching, learning, and training.

SECURE YOUR SPOT!

You can expect a high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early. This fall, the Maverick Nike Swim Camp is offering a clinic on November 12th.

2025/2026 OVERVIEW

Dates: November 22 (Starts, Turns, & Underwaters Clinic), April 11 (Freestyle Clinic), April 12 (Backstroke CLinic), April 18 (Breaststroke Clinic) & April 19 (Butterfly Clinic)
Age Group: 9-18
Gender: Coed
Camp Type: Day Camp
Schedule: 9:30am-4:00pm, Sunday
Check-In: 9:15am at Highland Pool
Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a packed lunch.
Program: Starts, turns, and underwater clinic & 4 competitive strokes (for age group & high school swimmers ages 9 & up) - These one-day swim clinics are designed to focus on details that will improve and refine the performance elements of starts, turns, and underwaters and the 4 competitive strokes. Our experienced coaches will lead athletes through a series of progressions that will help swimmers focus on the most important mechanics of each respective skill. In addition, each athlete will be videotaped, reviewed, and critiqued by our coaches. This one-day clinic will be fun, engaging, and educational for swimmers of all ability levels to refine and improve their racing. We plan to upload the before and after videos on a private YouTube channel that participants will have access to.

CAMP ADDRESS

Minnesota State University, Mankato
Highland Center Pool
SE Ellis Ave
Mankato, MN 56001

Click Here for Directions to Highland Center Pool & Click Here For Maps and Directions to campus ** Highland Pool is adjacent to Otto Rec. Center on SE Ellis Ave.
The closest parking lot is Parking Lot #6 **

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 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.
Equipment Needed: Please bring your water swimsuit, swim cap, googles and towel(s)
Facility: Highland 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!

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:

Healthy Lunch & Snacks
Dryland training Gear (running shoes, t-shirt, athletic shorts, sweatshirt)
Backpack
Two Swimsuits
Swim Cap(s)
Goggles
Towel
Water bottle
Sandals/flip flops
Signed Heath & 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.

NIKE SWIM CAMP FAQ

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These one-day swim clinics are designed to focus on details that will improve and refine the performance elements of starts, turns, and underwaters. Our experienced coaches will lead athletes through a series of progressions that will help swimmers focus on the most important mechanics of each respective skill. In addition, each athlete will be videotaped, reviewed, and critiqued by our coaches. This one-day clinic will be fun, engaging, and educational for swimmers of all ability levels to refine and improve their racing. We plan to upload the before and after videos on a private YouTube channel that participants will have access to. Clinic Schedule:

9:15 - 9:30 a.m. Check-In
9:30 - 11:30 p.m. Swim Session & Video Taping
11:30 - 12:30p.m. Classroom session
12:30 - 1:00 p.m. Lunch Break
1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Classroom/Video Review
2:30 - 4:00 p.m. Review and Final Taping

Minnesota State University Mankato Facility Nike Swim Camp

Minnesota State University, Mankato

Minnesota State, Mankato is a 300 acre campus that is located above the Blue Earth River Valley, approximately 80 miles southwest of Minneapolis/St. Paul. MSU, Mankato is the second largest public university in the state and is home to more than 15,000 students during the academic year. The Mavericks have 20 different sports teams and is one of the top Division II athletics programs in the country. The campuses modern athletic facilities, new suite style dorms, and a new dinning center make it an outstanding venue for sports camps.

Co-Ed | Ages: 9 - 18

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$135 ($125 Tuition + $10 Registration Fee)

* Pricing is subject to change based on availability. Enroll today to secure current rates. Additional fees may apply.

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Reviews & Testimonials

Fantastic Experience!

August 8, 2018: I loved the camp at MSU, Mankato! I had a great time working on techniquewith the coaches and spending time with other campers and the MSU swimmers.Everyone at the school was friendly and helpful. It was a fantasticexperience!
- 5/5.
Really improved!

August 12, 2018: My daughter had a great experience at this swim camp last year. She received individual evaluation and coaching on her stroke techniques that have definitely helped her improve. The group activities made camp a lot of fun, and she wants to go back this year!
- 5/5.
Really Fun!

June 19, 2018: This camp was really fun! We had lots of useful sets and drills to do during each workout, and we worked a lot on our technique by analyzing videos of top-level swimmers and comparing their strokes to our own. We campers also had fun outside of the pool, doing some group activities and just spending time together. Even the food was good!
- 4/5.

Maverick Nike Fall & Spring Swim Clinic at Minnesota State University, Mankato

Average Rating 4.73 / 5 Stars