Lutes Swim Clinic at Pacific Lutheran University

SECURE YOUR SPOT!

You can expect a high demand on these first-come, first-served camper spots, so please be sure to register early. This spring, PLU is offering one session of a two-day clinic (9:00am-3:00pm) for ages 9-18. Upon arrival, 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.

2026 OVERVIEW

• Dates: April 25-26
• Age Group: 9-18
• Gender: Coed
• Camp Type: Day Camp
  
• Schedule: 9:00am-3:00pm, Saturday-Sunday
• Check-In: 8:30am at the PLU Pool
• Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a healthy lunch and snacks each day.
• Program: This two-day swim clinic is designed to focus on details that will improve and refine the performance elements of Starts & Turns. Our experienced coaches will lead athletes through a series of progressions that will help swimmers focus on the most important mechanics of each respective skill.

CAMP ADDRESS

Pacific Lutheran University
PLU Pool
849 124th St S
Tacoma, WA 98444

Click Here for Directions - Parking is free everywhere on campus during the weekend (including the lots). We suggest parking in the Ivy Lot or on the street across from the pool, and entering the PLU Pool via the front street entrance.

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.

Saturday, April 25th thru Sunday, April 26th

• Check-in: 8:30am at the PLU Pool. Please park across the street in the Ivy Lot (adjacent to the outdoor tennis courts) and enter the PLU Pool via the front street entrance.
• Check-out: 3:00 pm each day.

There is no supervision before or after camp hours so please make arrangements to drop off and pick up your child on time.

MEALS

Lunch is not provided. Please bring a healthy lunch and snacks each day.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?

• Instruction: Morning and afternoon training sessions
• Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours.
• Camp T-shirt & Prizes: Campers will receive a 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 directors discretion.
• Equipment Needed: Please bring your water swimsuit, swim cap, goggles and towel(s)
• Facility: PLU 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!

CHECKLIST OF THINGS TO BRING

Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment, and personal items. US Sports Camps is NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles or money.

Items:

• Dryland training Gear (running shoes, t-shirt, athletic shorts, sweatshirt)
• Backpack
• Swimsuit
• Swim Cap(s)
• Goggles
• Towel
• Water bottle
• Sunscreen
• Hat or Visor
• Sunglasses
• Sandals/flip flops
• Signed Health & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)

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.

SWIM CAMP FAQ

For general questions about our swim camps please see our FAQ page.