Nike Swim Camp at University of Vermont
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2024 Dates & Prices Coming Soon!
Come join Head Swimming Coach, Gerry Cournoyer, this summer! The Nike Swim Camp at the University of Vermont is designed to bring out the very best in every swimmer we coach. We accomplish this by providing ongoing constructive feedback during each pool session. Campers train daily at the Forbush Natatorium, located in the Patrick Gymnasium/Gutterson Fieldhouse Athletic Complex, the home pool of the Vermont women's swimming and diving program.
Located in Burlington, Vermont, the University of Vermont's setting in a valley on the shores of Lake Champlain, between the Adirondack and the Green mountain ranges, provides an inspiring location for camp. This location is ideal for all regional swimmers in the New England area with the campus a short trip from Boston, New York and Montreal.
The Nike Swim Camp at the University of Vermont 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
- Stroke Technique Emphasis (June 24-28)
- Pre-season Training Emphasis (June 28-30)
- 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 Gerry Cournoyer
Gerry Cournoyer enters his 20th season at the helm of the Vermont swimming & diving program in 2019-20.
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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, Vermont is offering one session of stroke technique camp with an overnight and day camp (9:00am-4:00pm) option for ages 10-18 and a pre-season training camp with an overnight and day camp (9:00am-4:00pm) option for ages 12-18. Upon arrival at camp, 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.
2023 OVERVIEW STROKE TECHNIQUE EMPHASIS
- Dates: June 24-28
- Age Group: 10-18
- Gender: Coed
- Camp Type: Overnight & Day (commuter)
- Check-in: ALL CAMPERS check-in Saturday between 11:45am-12:45pm at Harris-Millis Residence Halls. There will be a camp orientation meeting following check-in. Day Campers will depart that evening at 6:30pm after orientation, dinner and swimming.
- Check-out: All campers check-out between 11:00-11:30am on Wednesday at Harris-Millis Residence Halls.
- Day Schedule: SAT 1PM-6:30PM, SUN-TUE 9AM-4PM, WED 9AM-11AM **Times subject to change
- Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Dinner provided on the first night. Lunch provided on day 2-4 for Day (commuter) campers.
- Program - Stroke Technique Emphasis (AGES 10-18): Offers a 75/25 blend of technical and physical conditioning. In this complete stroke technique camp swimmers will receive detailed instruction on technique in all four competitive strokes, as well as starts and turns. Each camper will be instructed in small groups with other swimmers of similar skill level by the camp director, coaches, and counselors.
2023 OVERVIEW PRE-SEASON TRAINING EMPHASIS
- Dates: June 28-30
- Age Group: 12-18
- Gender: Coed
- Camp Type: Overnight & Extended Day (commuter)
- Check-in: ALL CAMPERS check-in Wednesday between 12:30pm-1:00pm at Harris-Millis Residence Halls. There will be a camp orientation meeting following check-in at 1:30pm. Commuter Campers will depart that evening at 7:30pm after orientation, dinner and swimming.
- Check-out: All campers check-out at 11:30am on Friday. Exact time and location of the camp closing ceremony will be confirmed by the camp director on the first day of camp.
- Commuter Schedule: WED 2:00PM-7:30PM, THURS 9:00AM-7:30PM, FRI 8:30AM-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.
- Program - Pre-Season Training Emphasis (AGES 12-18): Offers a 75/25 blend of physical and technical conditioning. The higher intensity of training is perfect for club swimmers, high school swimmers, and those that are interested in swimming in college. Campers receive advanced technical instruction in all four competitive strokes, as well as starts and turns. Each camper is instructed in small groups with other swimmers of similar skill level by the camp director, coaches, and counselors. Campers also receive individual video analysis of their technique.
CAMP ADDRESS
University of Vermont – Harris-Millis
67 Spear Street
Burlington, VT 05405
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Campus Map: http://www.uvm.edu/map/
2023 HOUSING
- Dorm: Harris-Millis Residence Halls
- 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: Fan - dorms do not have A/C
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.
- Day Campers Session 1: Dinner provided on Sunday; Lunch is provided Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
- Day Campers Session 2: Dinner provided on Wednesday. Lunch and dinner is provided on 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: Vermont 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 STROKE TECHNIQUE EMPHASIS
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 (twin sheets & blankets or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase)
- Pajamas
- Bath Towel
- Toiletries
- Snorkel (optional)
- Fan - dorms do not have A/C
- Signed Heath & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
EXTENDED DAY CAMPERS STROKE TECHNIQUE EMPHASIS
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:
- Saturday: 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 6:30pm. Dinner is provided.
- Sunday, Monday & Tuesday: Day Camper Hours – 9:00am-4:00pm. Lunch is provided.
- Wednesday: Day Camper Hours - 9:00-11:00am. Check-out is immediately after the camp concludes.
OVERNIGHT CAMPERS PRE-SEASON TRAINING EMPHASIS
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 2 nights/3 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 sheets & blankets or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase)
- Pajamas
- Bath Towel
- Toiletries
- Snorkel (optional)
- Fan - dorms do not have A/C
- Signed Heath & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
EXTENDED DAY CAMPERS PRE-SEASON TRAINING EMPHASIS
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:
- Wednesday, June 29: Pool Session 1 - 2PM-4PM; Pool Session 2 (starts and turns) - 6:30PM-7:30PM. Dinner is included.
- Thursday, June 30: Pool Session 3 - 9AM-11AM; Pool Session 4 - 2PM-4PM; Pool Session 5 (with filming) - 6:30PM-7:30PM. Lunch and dinner included.
- Friday, July 1: Pool Session 6: 8:30AM-11:30AM
There is no supervision before or after camp hours so please make arrangements to drop off and pick up your child on time.
Daily Schedule: WED 2:00PM-7:30PM, THURS 9:00AM-7:30PM, FRI 8:30AM-11:30AM
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
• Session I: 4 nights lodging • Session II: 2 nights lodging
• Nightly recreational activities • All meals
• Nike Camp T-shirt & Nike Swim Cap
DAY CAMP AMENITIES
• Lunch • Nike Camp T-shirt & Nike Swim Cap
• Camp hours: Listed under more details
STROKE TECHNIQUE EMPHASIS
Offers a 75/25 blend of technical and physical conditioning. In this complete stroke technique camp swimmers will receive detailed instruction on technique in all four competitive strokes, as well as starts and turns. Each camper will be instructed in small groups with other swimmers of similar skill level by the camp director, coaches, and counselors.
DAY CAMPERS SCHEDULE
• Saturday, June 24th: 1PM-6:30PM
• June 25th, 26th & 27th: 9AM-4PM
• Wednesday, June 28th: 9AM-11AM
PRE-SEASON TRAINING EMPHASIS
Offers a 75/25 blend of physical and technical conditioning. The higher intensity of training is perfect for club swimmers, high school swimmers, and those that are interested in swimming in college. Campers receive advanced technical instruction in all four competitive strokes, as well as starts and turns. Each camper is instructed in small groups with other swimmers of similar skill level by the camp director, coaches, and counselors. Campers also receive individual video analysis of their technique.
DAY CAMPERS SCHEDULE
Wednesday, June 28th:
• Pool Session 1 - 2PM-4PM
• Pool Session 2 (starts and turns) - 6:30PM-7:30PM.
Thursday, June 29th:
• Pool Session 3 - 9AM-11AM
• Pool Session 4 - 2PM-4PM
• Pool Session 5 (with filming) - 6:30PM-7:30PM
Friday, June 30th:
• Pool Session 6: 8:30AM-12:00PM
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.
TWO SESSIONS: If you attend both sessions of camp, Overnight Campers are eligible for a $50 discount; Day Campers are eligible for a $25 discount. Please reach out directly to the USSC office at 1-800-645-3226 to receive a discount code. Campers may then register through the website at their convenience and apply the coupon code during check-out.
Sample Daily Schedule
- 7:30 am Breakfast (overnighters)
- 8:50 am Day Campers arrive, stretch
- 9:00 am Opening Comments and Discussion
- 9:15 am Pool Session 1
- Noon Lunch
- 1:00 pm Dry Land Exercises
- 1:30 pm Pool Session 2
- 4:00 pm Day Campers depart
- 5:00 pm Dinner
- 6:30 pm Pool Session 3 - Starts, Turns, Relay Races
- 9:00 pm Supervised free time in dorm
- 10:00 pm Lights out!
University of Vermont
Burlington is one of America's most beautiful and liveliest small cities (population: 40,000), and it charms with its proximity to Vermont's idyllic countryside. UVM's setting on the shores of Lake Champlain, between the Adirondack and the Green mountain ranges, provides an idyllic location to host a Nike Camp.
Camp Questions & Answers
How are swimmers grouped at camp?
Upon arrival at Vermont, 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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He loved it!
— Anonymous
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Great opportunity!
July 5, 2017: Different coaching was greatly needed for a swimmer that has been with the same coach for many years. Thank you for the great opportunity to gain skills and improve on old ones!
— Kim C. Parent
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Caring and Helpful Staff
July 11, 2014: The counselors were great. They were very caring and were extremely helpful.
— Julia D. Camper
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Planning on next year
July 11, 2014: I enjoyed the swim camp a lot. It was my first experience in a swim camp and I want to repeat it soon. My parents think it was worth the experience and worth the time spent on this activity. We are already making plans to attend this camp next year.
— Izzy C. Camper
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Awesome!
July 12, 2014: Nike swim camp UVM is awesome! I learned and had fun with the coaches and other swimmers. Swim sessions were great, and evening social time was fun!!
— Allison S. Camper
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I will definitely be back.
July 16, 2014: I was extremely impressed with the Nike Swim Camp at the University of Vermont. I have been to other camps in the past and nothing compares to this camp. I will definitely come back next year.
— Theo B. Camper
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Great time!
July 11, 2015: It was a great experience. Unlike most camps they improved my technique, and weren't as focused on speed. They did something that can help me for my whole swimming career, not just one weeks workout.
— Luc O. Camper
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Great experience!
July 12, 2015: Thank you very much for the experience! I enjoyed every minute of it. The staff was incredible, they were very nice and had so much passion for swim. I made new friends and I will definitely come back next summer!
— Alexis L. Camper
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Camp was great!
July 13, 2015: The overall instruction was great. The variety of coaches provided a good mix. Definitely filming of the children was excellent feedback.
— Simon J. Parent
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Wonderful experience!
July 13, 2015: Our son looks forward to this camp each year. Each year he gathers another friend or two from his home swim team to go along just by him telling everyone what a great time he has. We travel three hours each way for him to attend because he has such a great time and the coaches are so amazing with him. It is a wonderful experience for him each summer.
— Jeff A. Parent
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Great Experience!
July 11, 2016: My 11 year daughter had a great experience at The Nike Swim Camp. This was her first sleep away camp experience, and it was fun, safe and she learned a great deal. We would highly recommend these camps. She will likely return next year.
— Carol N. Parent
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I look forward to it all year!
July 12, 2016: I have been coming to swim camp at IBM with coach Gerry for several years now and I look forward to it all year. The coaches make it fun while really adjusting your technique with drill work to get your muscle memory involved. I see improvements every year.
— Greg B. Camper
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Awesome fun!
July 1, 2017: Our son loved staying in the dorms, making new swim friends, and clear teaching of technique. He loved this camp and will return for sure! Thanks to the camp director Coach Cournoyer!
— Jill B. Parent
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Superb Feedback!
July 29, 2019: My daughter found the camp to be a tremendous help. She is fairly new to the sport, yet takes a very analytical approach to her training. The feedback from all the coaches was superb.
— Eric G. parent
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Great skill refinement!
July 5, 2017: This was my son's first year and he couldn't believe how much he learned and how much he improved in such a short time. I think concentrating on skill refinement, rather than only building endurance was important.
— Natalie T. Parent
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Loved camp!
July 6, 2017: My kids loved sleeping in the dorms with a friend, camp counselor coaches, and technique development and tips. No changed needed for this great program, keep up the good work!
— Sam R. Parent
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SO fun!
July 6, 2017: A highlight of camp was playing games outside, starts and turns sessions, making friends, and doing drills in the water. Camp was so much fun!
— Lauren M. Camper
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Welcoming coaches!
July 7, 2017: Our daughter was terribly homesick the first few days but the counselors helped her succeed and spend every night by camp. Thank you for being so kind to her and making her feel as welcomed! She came home more confident and with great new friends!
— Fred E. Parent
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Great!
July 7, 2017: Overall it was a great experience. The small problem we had with our daughter's age group was immediately handled and taken care of with professionalism - it is clear that Gerry and the staff want their campers to have a great experience!
— Kendra B. Parent
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Friendly coaches!
July 8, 2017: My son appreciated getting personalized written feedback from counselors about each of his strokes. The counselors were very friendly and encouraging, they even fave my son was getting "high fives" as he was leaving the camp. My son enjoyed the organized games every night from 7:00 - 9:00 pm.
— Adam M. Parent
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Loved having a whole new swim experience!
July 9, 2017: This was the first time my daughter has stayed overnight somewhere for more than one night without my or my husband, and was only willing to stay overnight because her two friends were attending the camp as well. The two other girls' moms and I are very appreciative that the girls were allowed to share a dorm room. Otherwise, they would have not stayed over. So, thank you! My daughter raved about the food and loved how much swimming there was and said her skills definitely improved. She also loved free time, going to the UVM bookstore, and playing games with the counselors. I asked them if they wanted to attend next summer and they all said, "YES!" So it looks like they'll be back in 2018! Thank you again for a GREAT first overnight camp experience for my daughter. I'm so appreciative.
— Liza C. Parent
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Great experience!
July 9, 2017: The camp provided my daughter many tools that she can use towards her training, in and out of the pool. She loved how the coaches also taught them about the mental aspect of competitive swimming. The individualized stroke technique/starts/turns instruction was excellent. She enjoyed all of the smiling coaches and positive energy they brought to the camp sessions each day. She absolutely loved the town of Burlington and the campus/facilities at UVM. She also connected with new friends from other states.
— Sarah C. Parent
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Fantastic Job!
July 23, 2019: My son loved camp this year. He said that the coaches did a fantastic job of pinpointing stroke improvements, and he was able to ask for clarification in order to ensure he was understanding things. He also made some great friends, and left camp talking about coming back again next year!
— Rebecca K. Parent
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Caring Coaches!
July 23, 2019: The camp has great coaches that care about the swimmer's development as a person and an athlete. It's a small camp so it had a very personal feel, and wonderful facilities and guest speakers. He loved the strength and conditioning room and personal feedback from coaches. He made new friends and wants to come back.
— Cara H. Parent
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Coming Back next year!
July 25, 2019: Great coaches that care about the swimmers development as a person and an athlete. It had a very personal feel, and wonderful facilities and guest speakers. He loved the strength and conditioning room and personal feedback from coaches. He made new friends and wants to come back next year.
— Cara H. Parent
Nike Swim Camp at University of Vermont
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