Nike Swim Camp at Oregon State University
- Extended
- Overnight
- All
- Summer
Camp Dates & Prices
Jul. 6 - Jul. 10, 2025
Jul. 13 - Jul. 17, 2025
2025 SUMMER CAMP DATES NOW AVAILABLE!
Our 10th Year at Oregon State University! The Nike Swim Camp at Oregon State University is designed for competitive swimmers who are ready to refine their technique and unlock their full potential. With top-tier stroke technique instruction, state-of-the-art facilities, nutritious dining options, and engaging evening activities, we aim to provide an unmatched camp experience.
Oregon State’s campus in Corvallis is set in a vibrant college town with a population of 55,000, nestled in the heart of Oregon's Willamette Valley. Just 90 miles south of Portland and only an hour from the stunning Cascade Mountains and Pacific Coast, this location offers an inspiring backdrop for athletes to train, learn, and grow.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
- Stroke technique refinement for competitive swimming
- Low camper to staff ratio
- Small group and individual stroke analysis/instruction
- Fun evening social activities (activity fee applies)
- 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 Paula Lomonaco
Directing camp is Paula Lomonaco. Paula graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Exercise Science and Sports Psychology from the University of Northern Colorado
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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, Oregon State is offering two sessions of overnight and extended day (9:00am-9:00pm) camp for ages 10-18.
2025 OVERVIEW
- Dates: July 6-10 & July 13-17
- Age Group: 10-18
- Gender: Coed
- Camp Type: Overnight & Extended Day (commuter)
- Check-in: All campers check-in Sunday between 3:00pm-4:30pm at Cauthorn Hall. Camp will begin with an orientation at 4:30pm and campers will then head to the pool. Campers should be dressed to swim.
- Check-out: There will be a closing ceremony on Thursday starting at 11:00am at the Dixon pool. Parents are encouraged to attend. Check out immediately following the ceremony.
- Extended Day Schedule: SUN 4:30PM-9PM, MON-WED 9AM-9PM, THURS 9AM-11AM **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.
- Activity Fee: Please be prepared to pay via cash, Venmo, or credit card at check-in on Sunday. Nightly activities fee will be $50.00 this year.
- Evening Activities: Evening activities may include bowling & a pizza party, a talent show, magic show, camp dance, swimming or other surprise activities (subject to additional fee)
- Weekend Stayover: We encourage campers to make the most of their camp experience by attending multiple sessions! For those joining both Session 1 and Session 2, we offer a weekend stay-over package for an additional $300. This package includes accommodations and meals, providing a seamless and stress-free transition between sessions.
CAMP ADDRESS
Oregon State University
Cauthorn Hall
361 SW Sackett Pl
Corvallis, OR 97331
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CAMP DETAILS
EXTENDED DAY CAMPERS
- Camp Hours: Sunday 4:30pm-9:00pm | Mon-Wed: 9:00am-9:00pm | Thursday: 9:00am- 11:00am
- Sunday Check-in/Pick-up: Check-in Sunday between 3:00pm-4:30pm at Cauthorn Hall. Camp will begin with an orientation followed by an assessment from 4:30pm-6:00pm. Campers should be dressed to swim. Please pick-up your camper at 9:00 pm at Cauthorn Hall.
- Daily Drop-off/Check-in: Monday – Thursday 9:00am at Dixon Pool (Steven's Natatorium)
- Daily Check-out/Pick-Up: Monday – Wednesday - 9:00pm at Cauthorn Hall. Thursday at 11:00am at Dixon Pool (Steven's Natatorium)
- Closing Ceremony There will be a closing ceremony on Thursday starting at 11:00am at Dixon Pool (Steven's Natatorium). Parents are encouraged to attend. Departure immediately following the ceremony.
- Meals: Dinner (Sunday) | Lunch & Dinner (Monday-Wednesday)
- Activity Fee: Please be prepared to pay via cash, Venmo or credit card at check-in on Sunday the Activity fee of $50.00.
OVERNIGHT
- Check-in: Sunday between 3:00pm- 4:30pm at Cauthorn Hall. Camp will begin with an orientation followed by an assessment from 4:30pm-6:00pm. Campers should be dressed to swim.
- Closing Ceremony & Check-out: There will be a closing ceremony on Thursday starting at 11:00am at Dixon Pool (Steven's Natatorium). Parents are encouraged to attend. Check-out immediately following the ceremony at Cauthorn Hall.
- Meals: Day 1: Dinner | Days 2-4: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Day 5: Breakfast
- Activity Fee: Please be prepared to pay to via cash, Venmo or credit card at check-in on Sunday the Activity Fee of $50.00.
2025 HOUSING
- Dorm: Cauthorn Hall
- Number of Campers Per Room: 2 or 3 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 (if available). 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: Please bring a fan - Dorm does not have AC
- Keys: Please note that there is no requirement for a deposit for the room key or building entry card. However, in the event that a camper loses one or both, a replacement fee will apply: $75.00 for the room key and $15.00 for the building entry card. These charges will be billed to the original form of payment.
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 and afternoon training sessions.
- Overnight campers: Dormitory housing on campus and all meals are provided.
- Extended Day campers: Lunch and dinner are provided.
- Supervision: Staff members reside in campers’ quarters and participate in all activities.
- Camp T-shirt & Prizes: Camper receives a Nike Camp T-shirt, Nike Swim Cap and prizes
INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY
- Ratio: Low staff-to-camper ratio
- Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience per the director's discretion.
- Equipment Needed: Please bring your water swimsuit, swim cap, goggles and towel(s)
- Facility: Dixon Pool (Steven's Natatorium)
- 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)
- 2-3 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)
EXTENDED DAY CAMPERS
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.
TRANSPORTATION AND ACCOMODATION
- Transportation is not provided to/from camp from the airport, train stations, or bus depots. Campers are responsible for getting to and from camp on their own. There is no supervision before or after camp hours for Extended Day campers and so please make arrangements to pick up your child on time.
- Extended Day campers are responsible for arranging their own overnight accommodations if needed
- US Sports Camps, the Camp Director, camp staff, and the host facility are not liable for any travel-related arrangements, including but not limited to flights, hotels, Airbnbs, or rental cars.
- We recommend booking refundable or flexible travel and accommodation options in case of any changes to the camp schedule.
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 (activity fee applies)
• Nike Camp T-shirt & Nike Swim Cap
EXTENDED DAY CAMP AMENITIES
• Lunch & dinner
• Nightly recreational activities (activity fee applies)
• Nike Camp T-shirt & Nike Swim Cap
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 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!
Oregon State University
Oregon State University is located in Corvallis, a vibrant college town of 55,000 in the heart of Western Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Corvallis consistently ranks among the best and safest cities to live in the U.S., as well as among the most environmentally responsible. The 400-acre main campus in Corvallis includes a Historic District, making Oregon State one of only a handful of U.S. university campuses listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The district includes such icons as Weatherford Hall, the Memorial Union and Benton Hall, the oldest building on campus.
Camp Questions & Answers
How is my swimmer grouped at camp?
Upon arrival at Oregon State, 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.
Where does my overnight camper stay?
Overnight campers stay on the Oregon State campus in Hawley Hall. Campers stay 2-per room and are assigned by age and roommate requests. Boys and girls are housed on separate floors with gender specific counselors on them.
Camp Dates & Prices
Jul. 6 - Jul. 10, 2025
Jul. 13 - Jul. 17, 2025
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Reviews
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July 23, 2023: My camper enjoyed the pool sessions, evening activities, and exeriencing a dorm before college!
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July 29, 2023: My son enjoyed being put into a group of swimmers by ability, thus forming a friend group. Paula was a really fun coach.
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July 22, 2023: My son truly enjoyed the camp and learned a lot from it. We were very impressed, and will surely return next year,
