Nike Swim Camp at Augustana University
2024 DATES AND PRICES NOW AVAILABLE!
Come join us at the inaugural Nike Swim Camp at Augustana University this summer in 2024, led by Augustana Swimming & Diving Head Coach, Andrew Makepeace! With over a decade of experience in coaching and a passion for cultivating excellence in young swimmers, Coach Makepeace brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to camp and will provide valuable insights into a holistic approach to success in swim. During these two sessions of camp, swimmers will have the opportunity to work closely with Coach Makepeace and his team to refine their stroke technique and elevate their skills. Through a combination of hands-on instruction, personalized feedback, and engaging lectures, participants will dive into various aspects of performance from goal setting and mental training, to strength and conditioning, and nutrition analysis.
Located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Augustana University provides the perfect backdrop for an immersive swimming experience. As the largest private college in South Dakota, Augustana offers a supportive environment conducive to learning and growth.
Don't miss this opportunity to train with Coach Andrew Makepeace and take your swimming skills to the next level at the Nike Swim Camp at Augustana University!
The Nike Swim Camp at Augustana University is open to any and all entrants. For your safety and benefit, we recommend all participants have competitive swimming experience (e.g. U.S.S. Age Group, National Qualifies, High School Swimmers or Summer League Swimmers) with all four competitive strokes: Fly, Back, Breast and Freestyle.
Highlights Include
- Stroke technique refinement for competitive swimmers
- 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 Andrew Makepeace
Augustana athletics has announced its second swimming & diving head coach in Andrew Makepeace. Makepeace joins the Vikings following his 11 years as the head coach for swimming & diving at the University of Findlay in Findlay, Ohio.
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Assistant Coach Taylor Beagle
Taylor Beagle joins the Augustana coaching staff as a graduate assistant for the 2022-23 season.
View Taylor's Bio ⟩
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, Augustana University is offering two weeks of overnight with an extended day camp (9:00am-9:00pm) option for ages 8-18. Campers will train each day at the Elmen Center Swimming Pool, home to Augustana University’s Men's and Women's Swimming teams.
2024 OVERVIEW
- Dates: Session I - June 3-6, Session II - July 15-18
- Age Group: 8-18
- Gender: Coed
- Camp Type: Overnight, Extended Day (commuter)
- Check-in: ALL Campers: Check-in Monday, between 1:00-2:00pm at Dorm TBA.
- Check-out: There will be a swim meet at 9:00am followed by a closing ceremony at 11:00am. Camp concludes immediately following the closing ceremony. Overnight Campers check-out of the dorms and Extended Day Campers are picked up at the pool.
- Day Schedule: MON 2PM-9:00PM, TUES-WED 9AM-9PM, THURS 9AM-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: 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
Augustana University
Dorm TBA
2001 S Summit Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57197
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CAMP CHECK-IN
Monday, June 3rd (Session I) & Monday, July 15th (Session II)
- ALL Campers: Check-in Monday between 1:00pm-2:00pm at Dorm TBA.
- Extended Day Campers will check in between 8:45am - 9:00am on remaining camp days.
CAMP CHECK-OUT
Thursday, June 6th (Session I) & Thursday, July 18th (Session II)
- Extended Day Campers will check out at 9:00pm each day.
- There will be a swim meet at 9:00am followed by a closing ceremony at 11:00am on the last day of camp. Camp concludes immediately following the closing ceremony. Overnight Campers check-out of the dorms and Extended Day Campers are picked up at the pool.
2024 HOUSING
- Dorm: To be announced
- 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: YES - Dorm has 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: Dinner provided on Monday; Lunch is provided Tuesday and Wednesday.
- 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: Elmen Center Swimming 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 ($50)
- Linens (XL twin sheets & blankets or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase)
- Pajamas
- Bath Towel
- Toiletries
- 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 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 9:00pm. Dinner is provided.
- Tuesday-Wednesday: Extended Day Camper Hours – 9:00am-9:00pm. Lunch and dinner is provided.
- Thursday: Extended Day Camper Hours - 9:00-11:30am. 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: MON 2PM-9:00PM, TUES-WED 9AM-9PM, THURS 9AM-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.
Sample Daily Schedule
- 7:30 AM Breakfast (overnighters)
- 8:50 AM 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 Campers Depart
- 5:00 PM Dinner
- 6:30 PM Pool Session 3 or Evening Activities
- 9:00 PM Extended Day Campers depart
- 9:30 PM Supervised Free time in Dorm
- 10:00 PM Lights out
Elmen Center Swimming Pool
The Elmen Center swimming pool serves host to the Augustana women's swimming team. The 6 lane, 25-yard long pool can be used to host duals as well as triangulars with teams. Augustana will use the pool to also train in preparation for Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference competition.
Camp Questions & Answers
How are swimmers grouped at camp?
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.
Nike Swim Camp at Augustana University
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Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57105
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