Nike Swim Camp at the University of Colorado Boulder
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At Nike Swim Camp we believe persistence
is more important than perfection
USSC is excited to be back at the University of Colorado Boulder this coming summer to host a Nike Swim Camp! Located only 30 minutes outside Denver with an elevation of 5,430, competitive swimmers from Colorado and beyond can train and improve their strokes at the CU Recreation Center, a 25 yard x 8 lane pool located in the middle of campus.
Overnight campers reside in campus housing located a short walk from the pool and eat all meals in the campus dining hall.
The Nike Swim Camp at the University of Colorado, Boulder 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
- 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 Kelly McClanahan
Directing swim camp this summer is Kelly McClanahan. McClanahan coached for seven seasons as the Northern Colorado swim and dive head coach.
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Coach Anne Shawhan
Anne hails from Toronto, Ontario Canada where she grew up swimming. Anne headed South to attend Florida State University where she earned multiple All-American Honors.
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Camp Details
This summer, CU Boulder is offering two sessions of overnight, extended day camp (9:00am-9:00pm) and day camp (9:00am-4:00pm) options for ages 9-18. 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.
OVERNIGHT CAMP AMENITIES
• 4 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-9PM, MON-WED 9AM-9PM, THUR 9AM-NOON
DAY CAMP AMENITIES
• Lunch
• Nike Camp T-shirt & Nike Swim Cap
• Camp hours: SUN 2PM-9PM, MON-WED 9AM-4PM, THUR 9AM-NOON
A detailed camper registration packet containing health/release forms, emergency contact info, and a list of things to bring will be emailed to all registered campers prior to camp. Our health and release forms do not require a doctor's signature and they will be collected on the first day of camp.
Session I (June 2-6)
- Check-in takes place between 1:00pm-2:00pm on Sunday, June 2nd
- Extended Day Camp hours: SUN 2PM-9PM, MON-WED 9AM-9PM, THUR 9AM-NOON
- Day Camp hours: SUN 2PM-9PM, MON-WED 9AM-4PM, THUR 9AM-NOON
FIRST DAY OF CAMP
On the first day of camp there will be a camp orientation meeting at 2:00pm and parents are welcome to join their campers for this meeting. A detailed schedule for the week will be provided at that time.
LAST DAY OF CAMP
Check-out takes place between 12:00-1:00pm on Thursday.
Session II (June 9-13)
- Check-in takes place between 1:00pm-2:00pm on Sunday, June 9th
- Extended Day Camp hours: SUN 2PM-9PM, MON-WED 9AM-9PM, THUR 9AM-NOON
- Day Camp hours: SUN 2PM-9PM, MON-WED 9AM-4PM, THUR 9AM-NOON
FIRST DAY OF CAMP
On the first day of camp there will be a camp orientation meeting at 2:00pm and parents are welcome to join their campers for this meeting. A detailed schedule for the week will be provided at that time.
LAST DAY OF CAMP
Check-out takes place between 12:00-1:00pm on Thursday.
OVERNIGHT CAMPERS
DORM ACCOMMODATIONS & ROOMMATES: Campers stay 2-per room and are assigned by age and roommate requests. If you don't have a roommate request, you will be placed in a room with someone near your age. Boys and girls are housed on seperate floors with gender specific counselors on them.
DORM: Libby Hall
BATHROOMS: shared
LINENS: Not Provided
AIR CONDITIONING: No • Dorm does not have AC - Please bring a fan
SUGGESTED SPENDING MONEY: $40
MEDICAL FACILITY: a certified trainer will be on staff at all times
SUPERVISION: The staff live 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.
MEALS: Meals in the cafeteria; All meals are included for overnight campers. Lunch and dinner is included for Extended Day Campers. Meals start with dinner on the first day and end with breakfast on the last day.
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.
University of Colorado, Boulder
Located only 30 minutes outside Denver with an elevation of 5,430, competitive swimmers from Colorado and beyond can train and improve their strokes at the CU Recreation Center, a 25 yard x 8 lane pool located in the middle of campus.
Camp Questions & Answers
How are swimmers grouped at camp?
Upon arrival at CU Boulder, 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
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Had fun!
June 15, 2018: My child had a great time at the camp and certainly learned about nutrition and a few new drills to improve his strokes. I'm so glad he had fun and the camp does a great job incorporating games and play.
— Christina H. Parent
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Inspiring!
June 15, 2018: Every night our daughter told us about the specific exercises or drills they learned related to that day's stroke and wanted to go to the neighborhood pool to practice them. She would get on the floor at home to demonstrate things to us. On the last day of camp, we went to the neighborhood pool where she was doing some of the drills! We know she picked up a lot from the daily sessions in the pool. She did mention something about improving her turns and some drills or exercises to help with back stroke. There was some sort of game in the deep end one day in the afternoon session. She said that was a great workout AND fun. Capture the Flag (Water Bottle) on Day One was a great way to kick things off. The daily videos, to my surprise, were something she really liked and paid attention to. Every day she recapped what that coach talked about. It was a nice complement to the activity. She loved the relay on Day 4. Even though she is skittish about competition right now, she has a competitive streak and a desire to be part of a team. I think that was a nice, fun experience for them. She LOVED the experience of lunch at the college, which is obviously not part of the swimming, but the experience as a younger camper on a college campus was inspiring to her.
— Mira M. Parent
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Friendly coaches!
June 20, 2017: My daughter was nervous before we got there as we are from Pennsylvania and she wouldn't know anyone. The moment we walked into the courtyard of the dormitory we were greeted by the camp director and introduced to all the counselors and coaches. She made friends and had a blast. We are planning to come back again next year.
— Jill H. Parent
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Seconds off 50 free!
June 15, 2017: My son just started swimming 9 months before the camp and he was 2 1/2 seconds of the State qualifying time for the 50 free. In a meet 2 weeks after the camp he had taken 3 seconds off his 50 and made the State cut. But in my son's words: "I am passing people I never passed before at practice!!!"
— Elaine C. Parent
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Can't wait to go again!
June 12, 2017: Overall my daughter had a wonderful time. I picked up a very happy kid! Thanks to everybody. Please inform us about the dates for the camps in 2018. She can't wait to go again!
— Avery C. Parent
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Loved camp!
June 12, 2017: My 15 year old daughter liked the dry land training and working on the butterfly technique. She also loved the food, staying for the overnights, and making new friends. She hopes to return for swim camp next year!
— Emme M. Parent
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Came home more confident!
June 11, 2017: Our daughter came home more confident in her swimming and incredibly proud of her work and her effort. She learned about the importance of nutrition and about body positioning. She loved the drills, the evening activities and everything about the program. It was life changing!
— Joan B. Parent
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Felt so welcomed!
June 10, 2017: My son said the highlight of camp was not only the instruction, but the coaches and friends made. The coaches did a great job of making sure everyone was included and welcomed. His times also improved noticeable after camp!
— Daniel L. Parent
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Major improvement!
June 9, 2017: I loved all the drills the coaches had us do, I really felt an improvement in my abilities. I also loved the food, we ate well!
— Ben H. Camper
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Loved it!
June 17, 2016: Fabulous swim camp. All staff was so knowledgeable, smart, and friendly. Campers too were very nice. My 12-year old daughter loved it!
— Ella H. Parent
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Had a blast!
June 15, 2016: My daughter and son had a blast! They worked hard, but had time to make friends and relax. In addition to great instruction, they felt like part of the group and supported by coaches. Such a good feling for a parent!
— Robert E. Parent
Nike Swim Camp at the University of Colorado Boulder
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