Nike Swim Camp at Adams State University
2024 DATES AND PRICES NOW AVAILABLE!
Join Head Swim Coach, Melinda Hunzeker, for the inaugural Nike Swim Camp at Adams State University—a university deeply rooted in a winning tradition. Nestled in the scenic San Luis Valley, Adams State University is surrounded by the awe-inspiring beauty of the Sangre de Cristo and San Juan mountain ranges.
Designed for competitive swimmers, our camp curriculum focuses on elevating stroke technique. Receive personalized stroke analysis and instruction throughout multiple daily pool sessions, all held at the state-of-the-art Plachy Swimming Pool. Swimmers will be given the opportunity to learn in intimate groups, as each camper receives guidance from the camp director, dedicated coaches, and experienced counselors. Dive into a transformative swim experience with us!
The Nike Swim Camp at Adams State University is open to any and all entrants (limited only by number, age, grade level and/or 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
- Stroke technique refinement for competitive swimming
- Low camper to staff ratio and supervision during camp hours
- Small group and individual stroke analysis/instruction
- Every camper receives a Nike Camp T-shirt and Nike Swim Cap
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director Melinda Hunzeker
Melinda Hunzeker is the head coach of the Men's Swimming team at Adam State University.
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Camp Details
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 summer, Adams State University is offering one week of summer camp in June. Our first session offered is a Complete Stroke Technique Camp for Ages 9-17.
2024 OVERVIEW COMPLETE STROKE TECHNIQUE
- Dates: June 3-6
- Age Group: 9-17
- Gender: Coed
- Camp Type: Overnight & Extended Day (commuter)
- Check-in: Overnight Campers: Check-in Monday between 11:30am-1:15pm at the dorms. Extended Day Campers: Check-in Monday between 12:45pm-1:15pm at Plachy Pool. Camp will begin with an orientation at 1:30pm and parents are welcome to attend.
- Check-out: A brief closing ceremony will take place at about 11:30am on Thursday. Extended Day campers should be picked up at the pool at 12:00pm. Overnight campers pack up and check-out from the dorm.
- Extended Day Schedule: MON 2:00PM-8:00PM, TUE-WED 8:00AM-8:00PM, THURS 8:00AM-11:30AM **Times subject to change
- Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch and dinner are provided for all Extended Day (commuter) campers (lunch will not be provided on Monday or Thursday).
- Program: During the complete stroke technique camps swimmers will receive detailed instruction on technique in all four competitive strokes, as well as starts, turns, and relay exchanges. Each camper will be instructed in small groups with other swimmers of similar skill level by the camp director, coaches, and counselors. Campers should be able to swim at least 50 meters in all four competitive strokes: fly, back, breast and freestyle.
CAMP ADDRESS
Adams State University
208 Edgemont Blvd
Alamosa, CO 81101
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CAMP CHECK-IN
Monday, June 3rd
- Overnight Campers: Check-in Monday between 11:30am-1:15pm at the dorms.
- Extended Day Campers: Check-in Monday between 12:45pm-1:15pm at Plachy Pool. Camp will begin with an orientation at 1:30pm and parents are welcome to attend.
CAMP CHECK-OUT
Thursday, June 6th
- A brief closing ceremony will take place after the meet, at about 11:30am. Extended Day campers should be picked up at the pool at 12:00pm. Overnight campers pack up and check-out from the dorm.
2024 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: Dorm has A/C - Campers do not need to bring a fan.
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 (lunch will not be provided on Monday or Thursday).
- Extended Day campers: Lunch and dinner are provided (lunch will not be provided on Monday or Thursday).
- 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.
- Equipment Needed: Please bring your water swimsuit, swim cap, googles and towel(s)
- Facility: Plachy 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 3 nights/4 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
- Soap
- Snorkel (optional)
- No Fan Needed - dorm has AC
- Signed Heath & 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 outlined 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 8:00pm.
- Tuesday-Wednesday: Extended Day Camper Hours – 8:00am-8:00pm. Lunch and Dinner is provided.
- Thursday: Extended Day Camper Hours - 8:00am-11:30pm. Check-out is immediately after the camp concludes.
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.
Please click "More Details" below for more information on each program. At each camp our camp staff will do their best to accommodate your needs, keeping in consideration your experience and desire to improve.
OVERNIGHT CAMP AMENITIES
• Nightly recreational activities
• Nike Camp T-shirt & Nike Swim Cap
EXTENDED DAY CAMP AMENITIES
• Nike Camp T-shirt & Nike Swim Cap
• Camp hours: MON 2:00PM-8:00PM, TUE-WED 8:00AM-8:00PM, THURS 8:00AM-11:30AM **Times subject to change
DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE
TEAM DISCOUNT: If five or more campers register together, each camper is eligible for a $25 discount. Please have a team contact reach out directly to the USSC office at 1-800-645-3226 to receive a discount code to identify your group. Campers may then register through the website at their convenience and apply the coupon code during check-out.
Adams State University
Swimming instruction takes place at Plachy Pool on the campus of Adams State University. All campers will be supervised 24 hours a day by the camp staff.
Camp Questions & Answers
How are swimmers grouped at camp?
Upon arrival at Adam State University, campers are placed in groups with other swimmers having similar abilities and goals. Our camp staff will do their best to accommodate your needs, keeping in consideration your experience and desire to improve.
Nike Swim Camp at Adams State University
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Last year over 650 Sports Camps sold out, leaving 7,000+ campers on the waitlist. Due to high demand, early registration for our first-come-first-serve camps is strongly recommended.
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