Nike Swim Camp at University of New Hampshire
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2024 Dates & Prices Coming Soon!
Come join UNH Head Swimming Coach, Josh Willman, for an exciting week of camp where swimmers are challenged to improve their stroke technique through mental, technical, and physical training. Camp will be held at the University of New Hampshire, located in Durham, a diverse, dynamic, and beautiful part of New England. The UNH campus is only an hour from Boston and is also conveniently close to the Atlantic Ocean, as well as New Hampshire’s rugged White Mountains and pristine Lakes Region.
The Nike Swim Camp at the University of New Hampshire is designed to help competitive swimmers gain the edge they need to get ready for the season and compete at the next level.
This camp 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
- Low camper to staff ratio
- Small group and individual stroke analysis/instruction
- Fun evening social activities
- 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 Josh Willman
Josh Willman is entering his 30th season at the helm of the University of New Hampshire swimming & diving program in 2022-23.
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Assistant Coach Caleb Potvin
Caleb Potvin is entering his first season as assistant coach and recruiting coordinator for the Wildcats.
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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. Come join Head Coach Josh Willman and his staff in July and get ready for an intensive pre-season stroke technique camp. This summer, New Hampshire is offering one week of overnight and extended day camp (9:00am-8:30pm) for ages 11-18 and a day camp (9:00am-4:00pm) for campers 10 and up.
2023 OVERVIEW
- Dates: July 30-Aug 2
- Age Group: 10-18
- Gender: Coed
- Camp Type: Overnight (Ages 11-18), Extended Day (commuter), & Day (commuter)
- Check-in: Overnight Campers: check-in between 1:00-2:00pm at Sawyer Hall. Extended Day and Day Campers check-in at 1:45pm at Sawyer Hall.
- Check-out: There will be a closing ceremony at 12:00pm. Campers check-out immediately following the closing ceremony.
- Extended Day Schedule: SUN 2PM-8:30PM, MON-TUE 9AM-8:30PM, WED 9AM-NOON **Times subject to change
- Day Schedule: SUN 2PM-8:30PM, MON-TUE 9AM-5PM, WED 9AM-NOON **Times subject to change
- Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch and dinner are provided for all Extended Day (commuter) campers. Dinner (first night) and lunch provided for all Day (commuter) campers.
- 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.
CAMP ADDRESS
University of New Hampshire
Sawyer Hall
7 Garrison Ave
Durham, NH 03824
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CAMP CHECK-IN
Sunday, July 30th
- OVERNIGHT CAMPERS: check-in between 1:00-2:00pm on Sunday at Sawyer Hall.
- EXTENDED DAY & DAY CAMPERS: check-in at 1:45pm on Sunday at Sawyer Hall.
- There will be a camp orientation meeting at 2:00pm.
CAMP CHECKOUT
Wednesday, August 2nd
- There will be a closing ceremony at 12:00pm on Wednesday. Campers will check out immediately following the closing ceremony. The Director will provide more information on the first day of camp.
2023 HOUSING
- Dorm: Sawyer Hall
- 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 A/C - Please bring a portable 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.
- Extended Day campers: Lunch and dinner are provided.
- Day campers: Dinner provided on Sunday; Lunch is provided Monday and Tuesday.
- 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: Henry C. Swasey 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 (twin XL sheets & blankets or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase)
- Pajamas
- Bath Towel
- Toiletries
- Fan - dorms do not have AC
- Signed Heath & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
- UNH Camp Release and Waiver Form (from needs 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:
- Sunday: 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. Dinner is provided.
- Monday-Tuesday: Extended Day Camper Hours – 9:00am-8:30pm. Lunch and dinner is provided.
- Wednesday: Extended Day Camper Hours - 9:00am-12:00pm. Check-out is immediately after the camp concludes.
DAY CAMPERS
Checklist of Things to Bring: We recommend that all 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:
- Sunday: 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. Day Campers stay until 8:30pm. Dinner is provided.
- Monday-Tuesday: Day Camper Hours - 9:00am-5:00pm. Lunch is provided.
- Wednesday: Day Camper Hours - 9:00am-12:00pm. 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.
OVERNIGHT CAMP AMENITIES
• 3 nights lodging • All meals
• Nightly recreational activities
• Nike Camp T-shirt & Nike Swim Cap
EXTENDED DAY CAMP AMENITIES
• Lunch & dinner
• Nightly recreational activities
• Nike Camp T-shirt & Nike Swim Cap
• Camp hours: SUN 2PM-8:30PM, MON-TUE 9AM-8:30PM, WED 9AM-NOON
DAY CAMP AMENITIES
• Lunch • Nike Camp T-shirt & Nike Swim Cap
• Camp hours: SUN 2PM-8:30PM, MON-TUE 9AM-5PM, WED 9AM-NOON
Sample Daily Schedule
- 7:30 AM Breakfast (overnighters)
- 9:00 AM Opening Comments and Discussion
- 9:15 AM Pool Session 1
- Noon Lunch
- 1:00 PM Supervised Free Time
- 1:30 PM Pool Session 2 & Dry land exercises
- 5:00 PM Dinner
- 6:30 PM Evening Activities (Water Polo, Capture the Flag, Movie, etc.)
- 9:30 PM Supervised free time in dorm
- 10:00 PM Lights out!
Henry C. Swasey Pool
Campers train each day at the Henry C. Swasey Pool which is the home of the New Hampshire Wildcats swimming and diving team. Located in UNH's Field House, the 25-yard pool has six lanes for competitive use with and attached 13-foot deep diving well that includes one and three meter duraflex boards. Completeing the facility is a 650 seat balcony for spectator seating at New Hampshire home meets.
Camp Questions & Answers
How is my swimmer grouped at camp?
Upon arrival at UNH, 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.
Camp Reviews
Overall Average Rating Stars
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staff members are fantastic
— Anonymous
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Constructive and Empowering!
August 16, 2019: My daughter mentioned that they had introductions to multiple practices in a day, learned about nutrition and respecting the need to eat enough to swim well, stayed in a dorm where she got to meet new people. In doing all these things on her own, it really helped improve her confidence and empower her to do more. Having coaches challenging her and giving her constructive feedback was something new and appreciated.
— Heather B. Parent
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recommended the camp to our whole team!
August 6, 2019: This is my daughter's second year attending this camp. She chose to return to this camp because she felt she made significant technical improvements and had a lot of fun! She felt the nutrition talk was even better this year. She loves the coaching staff and feels very comfortable with them. She will definitely be returning next year and we have recommended the camp to our whole team!
— Doug S. Parent
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Can't Wait For Next Year!
August 6, 2019: This is my daughter's second year attending this camp. She chose to return to this camp because she felt she made significant technical improvements and had a lot of fun. She felt the nutrition talk was better this year. She also said the dorm they were in last year was more conducive to socializing between and after swim sessions. She loves the coaching staff and feels very comfortable with them. She will definitely be returning next year and we have recommended the camp to our whole team.
— Doug S. Parent
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5th Year of Camp! Loved It!
August 2, 2018: My daughter has been going to this UNH camp for 5 years. She thoroughly enjoys herself each year and learns new skills she can use throughout the year!
— Madison W., Parent
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Great quality camp
August 17, 2016: Hey Josh, I wanted to thank you again for all the tips and pointers you gave me at the New Hampshire Summer Camp. It was a fantastic experience for me to have worked with you and although you were tough on me, I enjoyed my sessions with you and actually had fun. I have seen progress in my swimming.
— Julianna L. Camper
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Highly recommend
August 16, 2016: I'll be recommending the UNH Nike Swim Camp to other members of my high school team. I've been a competitive swimmer for 8 years but still learned a lot.
— Rudy A. Camper
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Ideal
August 12, 2015: It was the ideal atmosphere for our son to hone and learn new stroke techniques. He learned a lot and had a GREAT time!! We found the staff to be very friendly, experienced and helpful.
— Jill F. Parent
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Definitely be back!
August 11, 2015: My daughter attended camp last week and she had a wonderful time! The camp counselors were so helpful and accommodating. The coaches were amazing. They really helped her strokes. This was our second time at the camp. We will definitely be back!
— Chris B. Camper
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Learn new skills
August 11, 2015: The Nike swim camp at the University of New Hampshire really improved my stroke technique. The drills we did and the tips we were given by the coaches really clicked for me. Thanks so much!
— Drew M. Camper
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Meaningful Experience
August 13, 2014: The camp was very well organized and professionally run. Quality instructors with meaningful feedback at the end. An excellent camp that I will definitely be sending my son to in the future.
— Kyle G. Parent
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Highlight of the summer
August 13, 2014: This was my daughter's 2nd year to attend Nike Swim Camp camp at New Hampshire. It has now become something she looks forward to every year. She enjoys every aspect of the camp!
— Lisa V. Parent
Nike Swim Camp at University of New Hampshire
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