SECURE YOUR SPOT!
You can expect high demand for these first-come-first-served camper spots, so please be sure to register early. This summer, the camp at University of Puget Sound is offering one session of overnight with a day camp (9:00am-4:00pm) option for boys and girls, ages 10-17. Upon arrival at camp, campers are placed into groups with other swimmers with similar ages and ability levels. Our camp staff will do their best to accommodate every camper’s needs, with consideration of their experience and desire to improve.
2026 OVERVIEW
- Dates: July 27-30 & August 3-6 (Mon-Thurs)
- Ages 10-17
- Gender: Coed
- Camp Type: Overnight & Day Camp (9:00am-4:00pm)
- Check-in: Overnight Campers - 7:30-8:00am at Anderson/Langdon Hall. Day Campers - 8:15-8:45am for day campers at Anderson/Langdon Hall. Orientation (All Campers) - 8:45-9:00am at Anderson/Langdon Hall.
- Check-Out: 4:00pm on Thursday at Anderson/Langdon Hall
- Meals: Meals are provided for overnight campers only. Day campers are required to bring their own lunch each day.
- 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 Puget Sound
Anderson/Langdon Hall
N Warner St
Tacoma, WA 98416
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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
Monday, July 27th & August 3rd
CAMP CHECK-OUT
Thursday, July 30th & August 6th
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!
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.
- Check-in: On the first day of camp, check-in will be between 7:30-8:00am.
- Check-in Location: Anderson/Langdon Hall
- Check out: On the last day of camp, check-out is at 4:00pm at Anderson/Langdon Hall.
- Meals: Day 1: Lunch, Dinner | Days 2-3: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Day 4: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY CAMP (9:00AM – 4:00PM)
This camp offers a day camp program for campers who do not wish to stay overnight. This option includes instruction and daytime activities only.
PARENT/CAMPER SEMINARS
Both campers and parents are invited to join us for educational seminars on Tuesday evening. The location and schedule will be announced prior to camp. Seminar topics will include college recruiting, expectations of a collegiate athlete, how to choose the right school, and more. We also offer opportunities for Q&A with each panel of coaches.
2026 HOUSING
- Dorm: Anderson/Langdon Hall (Tentative)
- 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: None. The dormitories tend to stay cool with the mild nighttime temperatures. Campers are welcome to bring a small fan.
- Room Key Deposit: $50
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: Lunch is provided.
- 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 Water Polo 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 director's discretion.
- Equipment Needed: Please bring your water polo suit, swim cap, and towel(s)
- Facility: Wallace 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. Please label all luggage and athletic equipment with an easily identifiable tag which has the camper’s full name and contact info.
Checklist of things to bring:
- 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 ($50-100)
OVERNIGHT CAMPERS ONLY:
- Athletic apparel and gear mentioned above
- Comfortable clothing: pants, shorts, shirts, sweatshirts
- Pajamas
- Toiletries
- Personal items & medications
- Washcloth and bath towel
- Swimsuit and easily identifiable non-bath towel
- Pillow, pillowcase, linens (twin XL), comforter or sleeping bag
- Fan (optional)
- Additional snacks/drinks
- Label luggage/equipment with an identifiable tag containing contact information
- Room Key Deposit of $50 (please bring a check made out to “Next Athletes, LLC” on the first day of camp)
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.
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.
CANCELLATION DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER
In the event a camp day is cancelled or camp hours are adjusted due to inclement weather, we will make every effort to provide make-up time. If make-up time is not possible, no refund will be issued for the first cancelled day or any shortened hours. If additional full days are cancelled and cannot be rescheduled, a pro-rated camp credit voucher will be issued for each cancelled day beyond the first.
NIKE SWIM CAMP FAQ’S
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
DAY CAMP AMENITIES
• Lunch
• Nike Camp T-shirt & Nike Swim Cap
• Camp hours: MON-THURS 9AM-4PM
University of Puget Sound
University of Puget Sound has called Tacoma home since our founding in 1888 and we’ve been located on our beautiful, 97-acre campus in the North End since 1923. Campers train each day at Wallace Pool a eight lane 25-yard pool.
