Nike Swim Camp at Boise State University
- Extended
- Overnight
- Co-Ed
- Summer
Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
2026 dates are coming soon.
JOIN THE PRIORITY LISTING BELOW FOR UPDATES WHEN FUTURE SESSIONS ARE ADDED.
2026 dates coming soon!
Nike Swim Camps is coming to Boise State University in Summer 2025! The 285-acre campus is located near downtown Boise, on the south bank of the Boise River, just a quick walk from the heart of Idaho’s largest city. Register today and enjoy elite-level training while making memories to last a lifetime. Structured for swimmers with competitive swim experience, the camp offers a unique opportunity to train under the direction of college coaches and current and former collegiate athletes who serve as counselors. The camp is open to swimmers ages 10-17.
Overnight Camp: Our overnight camp at Boise State offers an immersive, on-campus experience for swimmers locally and across the nation. For the duration of the camp, swimmers reside in the beautiful BSU dormitories (just steps from the Boise River) in adjacent rooms to the camp staff while training during the daytime hours. The tuition includes housing, meals, fun evening activities, as well as college recruiting and sports psychology seminars in the evenings (parents are encouraged to attend the seminars!).
Day Camp (8:00am – 5:00pm): Nike Swim Camps also offers a summer day camp program for local swimmers. This program runs 9:00am-4:00pm (schedule varies by day) and includes daytime training only. Campers must bring their own lunch or purchase it on campus.
Please note: During the pool sessions, campers may train at the aquatic facility on campus or be bused to a local aquatic facility off-campus.
The Nike Swim Camp at Boise State University is open to any and all entrants and limited only by number, age and gender. The Nike Swim Camp at Boise State University is not owned, sponsored, co-sponsored, or controlled by the University. Usage of the Boise State Aquatic Center is tentative. In the case it is unavailable, campers will be transported by bus to a local swim complex.
Highlights Include
- TEAM DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE
- Stroke technique refinement for competitive swimming
- Low camper to staff ratio and 24-hour supervision
- 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 Westy McQueen
Westy McQueen is the owner and camp director for Next Athletes, operator of Nike Sports Camps. Westy has over 10 years of experience operating youth programs and has designed the Next Athletes programs with the purpose of providing a truly memorable, athletic development experience for each child.
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Swim Director Craig Mallery
Mallery was named the University of Redlands Head Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving coach in August 2023. He joins the Bulldogs from the University of Jamestown in North Dakota where he served as the Head Women's Swimming Coach.
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Assistant Coach Leah Thomas
Leah Thomas is the lead assistant swimming & diving coach for Biola University.
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Certified Athletic Trainer Kulsum Baig
Kulsum Baig is a certified athletic trainer and handles all athletic training needs for Next Athletes’ Nike Sports Camps. With a Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training from San Diego State University and a Graduate Certificate in Musculoskeletal Injury Management from the University of Kentucky, Kulsum has worked with athletes at the high school, collegiate, and clinical levels.
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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, Boise State is offering one week of overnight and day camp (8:00am-5:00pm) for ages 10-17.
2065 OVERVIEW
- Dates: 2026 dates coming soon. Join the priority list to receive updates.
- Age Group: 10-17
- Gender: Coed
- Camp Type: Overnight & Day (commuter)
- Check-in: Please use the linked campus map if you have any questions. Overnight Campers: 11:30am-12:00pm at the Caven-Williams Sports Complex. Day Campers: 12:00-12:30pm for day campers at the Caven-Williams Sports Complex. Orientation (All Campers): 12:30-12:45pm. *Note: Following camp check-in, all overnight campers will have an opportunity to move into their room in the residence hall briefly but please come dressed in your athletic apparel for camp.
- Check-out: Following the closing ceremony at 12:30pm on Thursday at the Caven-Williams Sports Complex
- Day Schedule: SUN 12:30PM-5PM, MON-WED 8AM-5PM, THURS 8AM-12:30PM **Times subject to change
- Meals: Meals are provided for overnight campers only. Day campers are required to bring their own lunch daily.
- Apparel: All campers should arrive at check-in dressed in their athletic apparel and ready to train.
- 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
Boise State University
Caven-Williams Sports Complex
1201 W Cesar Chavez Ln
Boise, ID 83706
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DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE
- Team Discount: If five or more campers register together, each camper is eligible for a $25 discount. After all team members have successfully registered, contact us to receive a $25 refund per camper.
CAMP CHECK-IN
Check-in: Sunday, June 15th
- Please use the linked campus map if you have any questions.
- Overnight Campers:11:30am-12:00pm at the Caven-Williams Sports Complex.
- Day Campers: 12:00-12:30pm for day campers at the Caven-Williams Sports Complex.
- Orientation (All Campers): 12:30-12:45pm.
- *Note: Following camp check-in, all overnight campers will have an opportunity to move into their room in the residence hall briefly but please come dressed in your athletic apparel for camp.
CAMP CHECK-OUT
Check-out: Thursday, June 19th
- Following the closing ceremony at 12:30pm on Thursday at the Caven-Williams Sports Complex
CAMP INFO
The information below is based on previous years and is subject to change each year.
Please note: Camp is closed to spectators during daytime hours. Parents are highly encouraged to attend the orientation on the first day and closing ceremony on the final day!
SUMMER OVERNIGHT CAMP
The overnight program includes instruction, fun games and competitions for prizes, overnight accommodation, all meals, fun evening activities, and more. The camp staff resides in the dormitories in adjacent rooms to the campers and provides supervision throughout the camp. The camp utilizes the West Boise YMCA as its training facility.
SUMMER DAY CAMP (8:00AM – 5:00PM)
The Nike Swim Camp at Boise State also offers a day camp program for campers who do not wish to stay overnight. This option includes instruction and daytime activities only. The schedule is modified on the first and last days of camp.
- Day Camper Drop-Off (Sunday): 12:00-12:30am at the Caven-Williams Sports Complex – see “Summer Camp Info” section for full details about Orientation
- Day Camper Drop-Off (Mon-Thurs): 7:45-8:00am at the DeChevrieux Field
- Day Camper Pick-Up (Sun-Wed): 5:00pm at the Caven-Williams Sports Complex
- Day Camper Pick-Up/Closing Ceremony Location (Thurs): 12:30pm at the Caven-Williams Sports Complex
- Parking: Parents can use the West Stadium Parking Lot for all drop-offs and pick-ups. Parking is free.
PARENT/CAMPER SEMINARS
Both campers and parents are invited to join us from 7:30-8:30pm each night, the location is to be determined for evening seminars. Seminar topics will include college recruiting, expectations of a collegiate athlete, how to choose the right school, and important sports psychology topics. We also offer opportunities for Q&A with each panel of coaches.
2025 HOUSING
- Dorm: Chaffee Hall
- Number of Campers Per Room: 2 campers 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 a sleeping bag, a pillow, a pillowcase, and a towel.
- Air Conditioning: None. Campers are in their dorms for very limited hours during the daytime and nightly temperatures are typically mild. However, campers are welcome to bring a small 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 the 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 per the directors discretion.
- Equipment Needed: Please bring your water swimsuit, swim cap, goggles and towel(s)
- Facility: TBA
- 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
- Check-in: On the first day of camp, check-in will be between 11:30am-12:00pm
- Check-in Location: The Caven-Williams Sports Complex.
- After overnight campers check in, parents and campers will receive their room and access cards and store their luggage in their assigned room.
- Campers should arrive at check-in dressed in their athletic apparel and ready to train.
- Check out: Following the closing ceremony at 12:30pm at the Caven-Williams Sports Complex
- Meals: Day 1: Dinner | Days 2-4: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Day 5: Breakfast
- Room Key Deposit: Please bring a $115 check made out to “Next Athletes, LLC”
- Closing Ceremony: The closing ceremony will take place at the Caven-Williams Sports Complex. Parents are invited to attend! Campers and parents will depart following the closing ceremony.
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 XL sheets & blankets or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase)
- Pajamas
- Bath Towel
- Fins
- Toiletries
- Fan - dorms do not have AC
- Signed Health & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
DAY CAMPERS
- Sunday: 12:00-5:00pm. Meals are not provided.
- Monday-Wednesday: 8:00am-5:00pm. Meals are not provided. Day campers must pack a lunch.
- Thursday: 8:00am-12:30pm. Check-out is following the 12:30pm closing ceremony. Meals are not provided.
- The closing ceremony will take place at the Caven-Williams Sports Complex. Parents are invited to attend! Campers and parents will depart following the closing ceremony.
- Meals: Day campers are required to bring their own lunch daily.
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.
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.
Show Less See More Camp DetailsOVERNIGHT CAMP AMENITIES
• 4 nights lodging • All meals
• Nightly recreational activities
• Nike Camp T-shirt & Nike Swim Cap
DAY CAMP AMENITIES
• Nike Camp T-shirt & Nike Swim Cap
• Camp Hours: SUN 12:30PM-4PM, MON-WED 9AM-4PM, THURS 9AM-NOON **Times subject to change
Sample Daily Schedule
- 7:30 am Breakfast (overnighters)
- 8:50 am Day & Extended Day Campers arrive
- 9:00 am Opening Comments and Discussion
- 9:15 am Pool Session 1
- Noon Lunch
- 1:00 pm Supervised Free Time
- 2:00 pm Pool Session 2 & Dry land exercises
- 5:00 pm Day Campers depart
- 5:15 pm Dinner
- 6:30 pm Evening Activities
- 8:30 pm Extended Day Campers depart
- 9:30 pm Supervised free time in dorm
- 10:00 pm Lights out!
Boise State University
Home to more than 24,000 students, Boise State offers world class athletic facilities and a breathtaking campus, that runs along the banks of the Boise River.
Camp Questions & Answers
How is my swimmer grouped at camp?
Upon arrival at camp, campers are placed in groups with other swimmers having similar abilities and goals. The camp staff accommodates your needs, keeping in consideration your experience and desire to improve.
Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
2026 dates are coming soon.
JOIN THE PRIORITY LISTING BELOW FOR UPDATES WHEN FUTURE SESSIONS ARE ADDED.