Nike Swim Camp at University of Colorado Boulder

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Sign up for the Nike Swim Camp at UNLV 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 Next Athletes’ staff of college coaches and current and former collegiate athletes who serve as counselors. Hosted at UNLV’s campus, the camp is open to campers ages 10-17.

Overnight Camp

Our overnight camp at UNLV offers an immersive, on-campus experience for swimmers locally and across the nation. For the duration of camp, swimmers reside in the UNLV dormitories 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 8:00am-5:00pm (schedule varies by day) and includes daytime training only. Campers must bring their own lunch or purchase on campus.

Campers will train each day at the Henderson Multigenerational Indoor Pool and features a spa, instructional area, and plenty of aquatic programs. The pool is located at the Henderson Multigenerational Center/Aquatic Complex.

The Nike Swim Camp at UNLV is open to any and all entrants and limited only by number, age and gender. The Nike Swim Camp at UNLV is not owned, sponsored, co-sponsored or controlled by the University.

Highlights Include

TEAM DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE
Stroke technique refinement for competitive swimming
Low camper to staff ratio
College recruiting and sports psychology seminars
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 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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Westy is a Positive Coaching Alliance certified coach, U.S. Kids Golf Certified Coach, and personally specializes in volleyball, soccer, golf, and football. Westy is the camp director for the Nike Sports Camps at UNLV, Westminster University, Boise State University, University of Denver, Loyola Marymount University, UC Santa Barbara, Cal Poly, Cal State San Marcos, OSU Cascades, and University of Puget Sound.
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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During his first season in 2023-24 he led the men's team to a 7th place finish at the SCIAC Championships while the women took 8th. Six new top-10 times on the men's side were set.

He also has head coaching experience at Seattle University which spanned from 1996-2011. There he led the Redhawks from NAIA through NCAA Division III, II, and I from 2003-11. He was the NAIA National Coach of the Year in 1999 and 2000 and won the 2002 NAIA Men's Swimming & Diving National Championship.

In addition to his collegiate experience, Mallery was the heach coach of clubs in Taos, New Mexico and Tacoma, Washington.
Head Swimming & Diving Coach, Biola University Nate Harding

Nate Harding took over the reigns of the Biola men's and women's swimming and diving programs in the summer of August 2021. The 2024-25 school year will be his fourth year as the Eagles' head coach. Throughout Harding's career as the Biola swimming and diving head coach, he has coached five CSCAA Scholar All-Americans, 10 CSCAA Scholar All-America Teams, 15 PCSC Athlete's of the Week, and three NCAA Swimming and Diving Championships qualifiers. The teams have also broken a total of 22 school records since he took over the program in 2021. Harding earned his own hardware in 2023 and 2024 with back-to-back PCSC Men's Swimming and Diving Coach of the Year awards.
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The 2023-24 season saw continued success for the Eagles. The men's squad earned its second-consecutive conference crown with a convincing performance at the PCSC Championships. The team pulled in eight individual championships, while also tallying seven silver and four bronze medals. The women's squad moved into second place at the conference championships, finishing just barely out of the top spot. The Eagles matched the lead team with six golds, including a brilliant performance from Allison Yancey with two golds, two silvers and two bronze medals.

The BU men cashed in for their first conference championship under Harding's leadership at the culmination of the 2022-23 season. The team littered the podium throughout with eight individual championships. Caleb Pook shined for the Eagles, breaking multiple diving records and being the first Biola men's swim and dive athlete to advance to NCAA DII Nationals competition.

In the 2021-22 year, the men's and women's swimming and diving programs saw success under Harding's new leadership. The men's swim team closed off the 2021-22 season with their third-consecutive top-three team finish at the PCSC Championships. BU totaled 16 podium finishes at the PCSC Championships, bringing home one gold, five silver, and 10 bronze medals.

Individually, the Eagles had five swimmers finish in the top-25. Jacob Haaksma and Gabe Weber led the charge with fifth and seventh place finishes. Haaksma also broke a school record in one of the preliminary rounds of the conference championships with a speedy 57.05 finish in the 100 Yard Breaststroke.

Meanwhile, the women's squad took off in the pool for an impressive 2021-22 season. BU pushed forward into fourth place at the Pacific Collegiate Swim and Dive Conference Championships. The team pulled together five podium finishes in Utah, including one gold, three silver and one bronze.

Grace Kling and Liza Parahnevich paced the Eagles at the conference championships, tallying 83 and 81 points, respectively. Kling picked up the lone event win for Biola by storming past the field for the 200 breaststroke crown. The Brea, California native carried on to compete in the NCAA Swimming and Diving Championships at the end of the season. The second-year swimmer battled it out in the 100 and 200 breaststroke, taking 31st and 21st, respectively.

Prior to returning to Biola in the summer of 2021, Harding spent the previous two seasons as an assistant coach with the the University of Redlands' Bulldogs in the Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SCIAC). While at the University of Redlands, Harding coached the Bulldogs to five new school records, an individual SCIAC champion, and two NCAA qualifiers.

Before working at the University of Redlands, Harding was an assistant coach to Biola's former head Swim & Dive coach Ryan Kauth during the 2018-19 season. During his time at Biola in 2018-19, Harding's leadership helped the Eagles to break eight school records. Harding also served as an assistant coach at nationally-ranked Pomona-Pitzer Colleges in 2016-18, where he helped produce 16 NCAA DIII qualifiers and an NCAA champion.

Harding is no stranger to success at the collegiate or high school level. Prior to his collegiate coaching experience, Harding was a successful coach at Claremont High School as well as Carter High School in Rialto, California. Harding has also served as an assistant swim coach with Mt. Baldy Aquatics in Claremont, California.

Harding completed his Master of Science in Kinesiology with a concentration in sports performance at Louisiana Tech University in 2011. He earned his bachelor's degree in Kinesiology with a concentration in sports management from Grambling State University.

Off the pool deck, Nate resides in Buena Park with his wife, Joneese, daughter, Ezriela, and dog, MidKnight.
Assistant Swimming & Diving Coach, Whittier College Jeff Natalizio

Jeff Natalizio is the assistant swimming & diving coach at Whittier College. Coach Natalizio swam collegiately at University of California, Berkeley where he earned All-American status in addition to multiple Top-10 program rankings.
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Coaching veteran Jeff Natalizio is set to join Head Coach Michael Jafari's staff on the Whittier College men's and women's swimming & diving teams with the title of Assistant Coach.

Natalizio crossed paths with Jafari an athlete at the University of California, Berkeley. He since moved on to coach the Southern California club team "Evolution Racing Club" to historic finishes over the last nine years. Most recently, the teams he has led have finished in the Top 10 for the men in the last two Winter Junior Nationals (2022-2023) and Summer Junior Nationals (2023). These teams placed two members: Harvard University's David Schmitt and Cal's Humberto Najera on the National Junior Team roster in 2022 and 2023.

Natalizio comes to Whittier fresh off a stint coaching these two swimmers at U.S. Olympic Trials, where Schmitt qualified for a semi final in the 200 butterfly and ended up placing 12th.

Natalizio brings with him a legitimate strength and conditioning background, having held a CSCS certification (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) since 2013. Prior to his club accolades, he served as Strength Coach to another Cal teammate, Anthony Ervin, helping him on his journey to achieve a gold-medal finish in the 50 Free at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.
Certified Athletic Trainer Lindsey Lunt

Lindsey is a Licensed and Certified Athletic Trainer and provides on-site support for Next Athletes and the Nike Sports Camps.
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Lindsey is a Certified Athletic Trainer at Westminster University in Salt Lake City, where she primarily helps with the Women’s Basketball team. She is originally from Arizona. She attended Southern Utah University where she received her Bachelor of Exercise Science Degree. Upon graduation, she attended the University of Utah, earning her Master of Athletic Training degree. She has a passion for helping athletes achieve their full potential and watching them succeed at what they love doing. In her free time, she loves to read, be outside, hike, camp, and spend time with her loved ones.

SECURE YOUR SPOT!

This summer, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas is offering both overnight and day camp (8:00am-5:00pm) options for ages 10-17. Upon arrival at camp, campers are placed in groups with other swimmers having similar abilities and goals. The camp staff keeps in consideration your experience and desire to improve, crafting a supportive environment tailored just for you to make waves in your swimming journey!

2025 OVERVIEW

Dates: June 1-5
Age Group: 10-17
Gender: Coed
Camp Type: Overnight & Day (commuter)
Check-in: Overnight Campers - check-in Sunday at 11:30am-12:00pm at the SRWC (Third Floor Basketball Court). There will be a camp orientation meeting at and parents are welcome to join their campers for this meeting. A detailed schedule for the week will be provided at that time. Day Campers - check-in takes place between 12:00-12:30pm on Sunday at the SRWC (Third Floor Basketball Court). Early arrival is discouraged and is meant for overnight campers. Note - Following camp check-in, overnight campers will store their luggage in a secure room and return immediately to SRWC (Third Floor Basketball Court) for Orientation. Campers will check-in to their dormitories in the late afternoon following the first training session.
Check-out: There will be a closing ceremony at 12:30pm on Thursday at Phillip J. Coleman Theatre (located in the Student Union on the first floor).
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

University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Student Recreation and Wellness Center
4505 S Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89119

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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 1st

Overnight Campers - check-in Sunday at 11:30am-12:00pm at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center SRWC (Third Floor Basketball Court). There will be a camp orientation meeting at and parents are welcome to join their campers for this meeting. A detailed schedule for the week will be provided at that time.
Day Campers - check-in takes place between 12:00-12:30pm on Sunday at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center SRWC (Third Floor Basketball Court). Early arrival is discouraged and is meant for overnight campers.

CAMP CHECK-OUT

Check-out: Thursday, June 5th

There will be a closing ceremony at 12:30pm on Thursday at Phillip J. Coleman Theatre (located in the Student Union on the first floor).

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 Henderson Multi-Generational Pool as its training facility.

SUMMER DAY CAMP (8:00AM – 5:00PM)

The Nike Swim Camp at University of Nevada, Las Vegas 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): 12:00-12:30pm at SRWC – see “Summer Camp Info” section for full details about Orientation
Day Camper Drop-Off (Mon-Thurs): 7:45-8:00am at Tonopah Residence Complex
Day Camper Pick-Up (Sun-Wed): 5:00pm at Tonopah Residence Complex
Day Camper Pick-Up/Closing Ceremony Location (Thurs): 12:30pm at Phillip J. Coleman Theatre (located in the Student Union on the first floor)
Parking: Parents can use the Tropicana Parking Garage for all drop-offs and pick-ups. Parking is free on Sunday. Pay to park Monday-Thursday. There is an app to pay by phone.

PARENT/CAMPER SEMINARS

Both campers and parents are invited to join us from 7:30-8:30pm each night at Alumni Ampitheater 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

The information below is based on previous years and is subject to change.

Dorm: Tonopah Residence Complex
Number of Campers Per Room: 2 per room
Roommates: Rooms are assigned by age & roommate requests. Roommate requests must be mutual. 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 (Twin XL) or a sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase, and a towel.
Air Conditioning: Yes

SUPERVISION
The camp staff reside in adjacent dormitories to 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.
Educational seminars: College recruiting and sports psychology seminars are conducted in the evenings (parents are encouraged to attend the seminars!).
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, goggles, dryland clothes, sneakers, and towel(s)
Facility: Student Recreation and Wellness Center
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
Money for vending machines (small bills)
Linens (twin XL sheets & blankets or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase)
Pajamas
Bath Towel
Toiletries
Fan - dorms do not have AC
Signed Health & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online)

OVERNIGHT CAMPERS

Check-in: On the first day of camp, check-in will be between 11:30am-12:00pm
Check-in Location: SRWC (Third Floor Basketball Court)
- After overnight campers check in, parents and campers will walk to the front of Tonopah Residence Complex where the campers will store their luggage in a secure room and return immediately to SRWC (Third Floor Basketball Court) for Orientation. Campers will check in to their rooms following the first training session on Sunday.
- 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 Phillip J. Coleman Theatre (located in the Student Union on the first floor)
Meals: Day 1: Dinner | Days 2-4: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Day 5: Breakfast
Room Key Deposit: Please bring a $50 check made out to “Next Athletes, LLC”
Closing Ceremony: The closing ceremony will take place at Phillip J. Coleman Theatre (located in the Student Union on the first floor). Parents are invited to attend! Campers and parents will depart following the closing ceremony.

DAY CAMPERS

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.

Camp Schedule & Meals:

Sunday: 12:30pm-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 Phillip J. Coleman Theatre (located in the Student Union on the first floor). 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.

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.

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OVERNIGHT CAMP AMENITIES

4 nights lodging
All meals
Nightly recreational activities
College recruiting and sports psychology seminars
Nike Camp T-shirt & Nike Swim Cap

DAY CAMP AMENITIES

• Nike Camp T-shirt & Nike Swim Cap

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Campers will stay on the UNLV campus in the Tonopah Residence Complex and train each day at the Henderson Multigenerational Center/Aquatic Complex.

How are swimmers grouped at camp?

Upon arrival at UNLV, 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.

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Highlights Include

Camp Coaches

Camp Director Westy McQueen

Swim Director Craig Mallery

Head Swimming & Diving Coach, Biola University Nate Harding

Assistant Swimming & Diving Coach, Whittier College Jeff Natalizio

Certified Athletic Trainer Lindsey Lunt

Camp Details

SECURE YOUR SPOT!

2025 OVERVIEW

CAMP ADDRESS

DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE

CAMP CHECK-IN

CAMP CHECK-OUT

CAMP INFO

2025 HOUSING

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?

INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY

PREPARE FOR CAMP: COMPLETE YOUR PRE-CAMP CHECKLIST

OVERNIGHT CAMPERS

OVERNIGHT CAMPERS

DAY CAMPERS

TRANSPORTATION

COMPANY POLICIES

NIKE SWIM CAMP FAQ

OVERNIGHT CAMP AMENITIES

DAY CAMP AMENITIES

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Camp Questions & Answers

How are swimmers grouped at camp?

Camp Dates & Prices

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