Nike Swim Camp at Wingate University

SECURE YOUR SPOT!

You can expect a high demand for these first-come-first-served camper spots, so please be sure to register early. This summer, Wingate is offering one week of overnight with an extended day camp (9:00am-8:00pm) option for ages 10-18. Instruction and daily activities take place in Wingate’s Natatorium while overnight campers reside in the air-conditioned dorms and enjoy 3 nutritious meals per day in the nearby Dining Hall.

2026 OVERVIEW

• Dates: July 6-9
• Age Group: 10-18
• Gender: Coed
• Camp Type: Overnight & Extended Day (commuter)
• Check-in: Overnight Campers: Check-in takes place between 1:00-2:00pm at JM Smith Residence Hall. Extended Day Campers: Check-in takes place between 1:30-2:00pm at JM Smith Residence Hall.
• Check-out: Our morning pool session will end by 12:00pm. Anyone staying the extra night will head to the dining hall for lunch like the previous days. Anyone not staying the extra day will check-out at the dorms between 12:00-1:00pm.
• Extended Day Schedule: MON 2PM-8:00PM, TUE-WED 9AM-8PM, THURS 9AM-NOON, (Extra day - THURS 9AM-8PM, FRI 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. Two options available:

COMPLETE STROKE TECHNIQUE CAMP (AGES 10-13): During the complete stroke technique camps swimmers will receive detailed instruction on technique in all four competitive strokes, as well as starts, turns, and relay exchanges. Each camper will be instructed in small groups with other swimmers of similar skill level by the camp director, coaches, and counselors. Campers should be able to swim 100 yards without stopping and at least 25 yards of freestyle and breaststroke.

ADVANCED STROKE TECHNIQUE CAMP (AGES 14-18): This advanced stroke technique camp is a 75/25 blend of technical and physical conditioning taught at a faster pace and includes a higher intensity training that is perfect for club swimmers, high school swimmers, and those that are interested in swimming in college. There are lectures and discussions on sports nutrition, sports psychology, and other topics. Campers receive advanced technical instruction in all four competitive strokes, as well as starts, turns, and relay exchanges. Each camper is instructed in small groups with other swimmers of similar skill level by the camp director, coaches, and counselors. Campers should be able to swim 300 yards without stopping and at least 50 yards of each stroke.

EXTRA NIGHT STARTS & TURNS CLINIC:
You also have the option to add the Extra Night Starts & Turns Clinic to make your camp experience a 5 day camp!

CAMP ADDRESS

Wingate University
JM Smith Residence Hall
224 Cedar St
Wingate, NC 28174

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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 6th

• Overnight Campers: Check-in takes place between 1:00-2:00pm at JM Smith Residence Hall.
• Extended Day Campers: Check-in takes place between 1:30-2:00pm at JM Smith Residence Hall.

CAMP CHECK-OUT

Thursday, July 9th

• Our morning pool session will end by 12:00pm. Anyone staying the extra night will head to the dining hall for lunch like the previous days. Anyone not staying the extra day will check-out at the dorms between 12:00-1:00pm.

EXTRA NIGHT STAYOVER

In 2026 you also have the option to add the Extra Night Starts & Turns Clinic to make your camp experience a 4 night, 5 day camp! The Starts & Turns Clinic begins with a session on Thursday at 4:00pm and concludes with another session on Friday from 8:30-11:00am. OVERNIGHT CAMPERS will check-out of the dorms after the clinic concludes at 11:00am. Price: $150

DAY CAMPERS will attend the clinic on Thursday afternoon and 8:30am-11:00am on Friday. The clinic will end at 8pm on Thursday evening. Check-out will take place at the dorms following the clinic. All campers can still enroll in the Starts & Turns Clinic. For an additional $150, campers are invited to stay an additional 24 hours to focus on the mechanics of their starts and turns. This is commonly the best way for age group swimmers to improve their times! If you would like to add the clinic please call us toll-free at 800-645-3226.

2026 HOUSING

• Dorm: JM Smith Residence Hall
• Number of Campers Per Room: 2 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 sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase, and a towel.
• Air Conditioning: Dorm has A/C - Campers do not need to bring a 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.
• 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 per the director's discretion.
• Equipment Needed: Please bring your water swimsuit, swim cap, goggles and towel(s)
• Facility: Wingate 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 3 nights/4 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 sheets & blankets or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase)
• Pajamas
• Bath Towel
• Toiletries
• Snorkel (optional)
• No Fan Needed - dorm has AC
• Wingate University Camp Waiver (form to be printed, filled out and turned it at camp)
• Signed Health & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)

EXTENDED DAY CAMPERS

Checklist of Things to Bring: 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.

Camp Schedule & Meals:

• Monday: Extended Day Campers should arrive dressed and ready to swim. You will be assigned a counselor and given a complete schedule of all events during the week. Extended Day Campers stay until 8:00pm. Dinner is provided.
• Tuesday-Wednesday: Extended Day Camper Hours – 9:00am-8:00pm. Lunch and dinner are provided.
• Thursday: Extended Day Camper Hours - 9:00am-12:00pm. Check out is immediately after the camp concludes.

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.

Please click "More Details" below for more information on each program. At camp our camp staff will do their best to accommodate your needs, keeping in consideration your experience and desire to improve.

OVERNIGHT CAMP AMENITIES

• 3 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: MON 2PM-8:00PM, TUE-WED 9AM-8PM, THURS 9AM-4PM **Times subject to change

EXTRA NIGHT STARTS & TURNS CLINIC

You also have the option to add the Extra Night Starts & Turns Clinic to make your camp experience a 4 night, 5 day camp! Price: $150

TRAINING EMPHASIS

• Advanced Stroke Technique Camp for ages 14-18
• Complete Stroke Technique Camp for ages 10-13

COMPLETE STROKE TECHNIQUE CAMP (AGES 10-13): During the complete stroke technique camps swimmers will receive detailed instruction on technique in all four competitive strokes, as well as starts, turns, and relay exchanges. Each camper will be instructed in small groups with other swimmers of similar skill level by the camp director, coaches, and counselors. Campers should be able to swim 100 yards without stopping and at least 25 yards of freestyle and breaststroke.

ADVANCED STROKE TECHNIQUE CAMP (AGES 14-18): This advanced stroke technique camp is a 75/25 blend of technical and physical conditioning taught at a faster pace and includes a higher intensity training that is perfect for club swimmers, high school swimmers, and those that are interested in swimming in college. There are lectures and discussions on sports nutrition, sports psychology, and other topics. Campers receive advanced technical instruction in all four competitive strokes, as well as starts, turns, and relay exchanges. Each camper is instructed in small groups with other swimmers of similar skill level by the camp director, coaches, and counselors. Campers should be able to swim 300 yards without stopping and at least 50 yards of each stroke.

Sample Daily Schedule

7:15 AM Breakfast

8:50 AM Day Campers arrive

9:00 AM Morning Swim session

11:00 AM Dryland and Flexibility session

Noon Lunch, rest and free-time

2:00 PM Afternoon swim session

4:00 PM Day Campers depart

4:15 PM Planned extra-curricular "FUN TIME"

5:30 PM Dinner and rest

7:00 PM Evening activities, games, camp store

8:00/9:00 PM Extended Day Campers depart

10:00 PM Lights out!

Wingate Natatorium

Campers train each day in the Wingate Natatorium a six lane 25 yard pool. Wingate University is a private university located in Wingate, North Carolina.