Nike Swim Camp at Transylvania University
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Stars2025 SUMMER CAMP DATES COMING SOON! JOIN PRIORITY LIST!
Come join Head Swimming Coach Dave Doolin this summer 2024 at the Nike Swim Camp at Transylvania University! Camp 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.
Transylvania University is located in the heart of Lexington, Kentucky. Campers train each day at the William T. Young Center's six-lane, NCAA competition-size swimming used by Transylvania's swimming and diving team.
Extra Starts & Turns Clinic:
You also have the option to add the Extra Starts & Turns Clinic after the day camp session only to make your day camp experience a 5 day camp!
This camp 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
- June 9-12: Overnight camp
- June 24-27: Day camp 9:00am-4:00pm
- Ages 9-18
- Stroke technique refinement for competitive swimming
- Low camper to staff ratio
- Small group and individual stroke analysis/instruction
- Every camper receives a Nike Camp T-shirt and Nike Swim Cap
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director Dave Doolin
Dave Doolin enters his seventh year as the head swimming and diving coach at Transylvania for the 2023-24 season. Since his arrival at Transylvania in the summer of 2017, Doolin has rapidly constructed a championship-caliber program that continues a steady regional rise and through the HCAC.
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Staff Keaton Koukis
Keaton Koukis is in her seventh season with the Transylvania swimming and diving program as the Associate Head Coach for the 2023-24 season and her 12th season overall with the program.
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Camp Details
This summer, Transylvania is offering one week of overnight camp with an extended day camp option (9:00am-9:00pm) for ages 14-18 and one week of day camp (9:00am-4:00pm) for ages 9-14. Campers will be introduced to drills and techniques that provide a competitive edge to each swimmer. Upon arrival at camp, 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.
2024 OVERVIEW OVERNIGHT CAMP
- Dates: June 9-12
- Age Group: 14-18
- Gender: Coed
- Camp Type: Overnight, Extended Day (commuter)
- Check-in: Check-in takes place between 3:30-4:00pm on Sunday at William T. Young Center. There will be a camp orientation meeting at 4:00pm and parents are welcome to join their campers for this meeting. A detailed schedule for the week will be provided at that time. Extended Day Campers will depart that evening at 8:30 p.m. after swimming, dinner and orientation.
- Check-out: There will be a closing ceremony at 10:30am on Wednesday with check-out immediately following. Exact time and location of the camp closing ceremony will be confirmed by the camp director on the first day of camp.
- Day Schedule: SUN 4:30PM-8:30PM, MON-TUE 9AM-8:30PM, WED 9AM-10:30AM **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 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.
2024 OVERVIEW DAY CAMP
- Dates: June 24-27
- Age Group: 9-14
- Gender: Coed
- Camp Type: Day Camp
- Schedule: 9:00am-4:00pm, Monday-Thursday
- Check-In: 8:30am at William T. Young Center.
- Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a packed lunch.
- Program: During the Stroke Technique program 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.
- Extra Starts & Turns Clinic: We are offering a supplemental “starts and turns” clinic this summer. For an additional $100, campers are invited to stay an additional day to focus on the mechanics of their starts and turns. This is commonly the best way for age group swimmers to improve their times, so be sure to add this clinic to your camp order on step two of the registration process.
CAMP ADDRESS
Transylvania University
William T. Young Center
361 N Broadway Lexington, KY 40508
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2024 HOUSING
- Dorm: Poole 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: Yes - Dorm has A/C
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 - OVERNIGHT CAMP?
- 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 for all Extended Day (commuter) campers.
- 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.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE - DAY CAMP?
- Instruction: Morning and afternoon training sessions
- Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours.
- Camp T-shirt & Prizes: Campers 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, googles and towel(s)
- Facility: William T. Young 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 (JUNE 9-12)
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 ($50)
- Linens (XL twin sheets & blankets or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase)
- Pajamas
- Bath Towel
- Toiletries
- Snorkel (optional)
- No Fan Needed - dorm has AC
- Signed Heath & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
EXTENDED DAY CAMPERS (June 9-12)
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:
- Sunday: 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 8:30pm. Dinner is provided.
- Monday-Tuesday: Extended Day Camper Hours – 9:00am-9:00pm. Lunch and dinner is provided.
- Wednesday: Extended Day Camper Hours - 9:00-10:30am. Check-out is immediately after the camp concludes.
DAY CAMPERS (JUNE 24-27)
LIST OF ITEMS TO BRING: Swimsuit(s), Swim Goggles, Swim cap(s), Towels (2), T-shirts, Shorts, Water Bottle, Running Shoes, Jacket, Lunch each day
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 each camp our camp staff will do their best to accommodate your needs, keeping in consideration your experience and desire to improve.
Show Less See More Camp DetailsOVERNIGHT CAMP AMENITIES
• Dates: June 9-12 (SUN-WED)
• 3 nights lodging • All meals
• Nightly recreational activities
• Nike Camp T-shirt & Nike Swim Cap
EXTENDED DAY CAMP AMENITIES
• Option for those who do not want to stay overnight in the dorm
• Nike Camp T-shirt & Nike Swim Cap
• Camp hours: SUN 4:30PM-8:30PM, MON-TUE 9AM-8:30PM, WED 9AM-10:30AM **Times subject to change
DAY CAMP AMENITIES
• Dates: June 24-27 (MON-THURS)
• Camp hours: 9:00AM-4:00PM
• Nike Camp T-shirt & Nike Swim Cap
• Optional add-on Starts & Turns Clinic (FRI)
OVERNIGHT CAMP (JUNE 9-12)
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.
DAY CAMP (JUNE 24-27)
COMPLETE STROKE TECHNIQUE CAMP (AGES 9-14): 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.
LIST OF ITEMS TO BRING: Swimsuit(s), Swim Goggles, Swim cap(s), Towels (2), T-shirts, Shorts, Water Bottle, Running Shoes, Jacket, Lunch each day
EXTRA DAY STARTS & TURNS CLINIC: We are offering a supplemental “starts and turns” clinic this summer. For an additional $100, campers are invited to stay an additional day to focus on the mechanics of their starts and turns. This is commonly the best way for age group swimmers to improve their times, so be sure to add this clinic to your camp order on step two of the registration process.
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.
Sample Daily Schedule
- 9:00 AM Campers Check-In
- 9:15 AM Pool Session 1
- 11:30 AM Lunch
- 12:30 PM Discussion/Stretching
- 1:30 PM Dry Land Exercises
- 2:00 PM Pool Session 2
- 4:00 PM Campers Depart
William T. Young Center
Transylvania's new, $29.6 million campus center, will house student organizations, a new Olympic weight lifting facility, new swimming & diving locker rooms, student services, dining, and much more. The six-lane, NCAA competition-size swimming and diving facility which is also housed in this space is used by Transylvania's swimming and diving team as well as the Transylvania triathlon team.
Camp Reviews
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June 19, 2023: Skill improvements
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July 1, 2023: Starts and turns, campus visit
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June 30, 2023: Being in the pool working to get better
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July 3, 2023: Learning new techniques to improve speed
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June 30, 2023: This was a great experience for my child.
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June 30, 2023: The drills that were more fun, ex the cup drill, relays etc
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June 17, 2022: Learning new techniques and working with college level coaches!
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June 17, 2022: Learning tips to improve, meeting new friends and having fun swimming!
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July 17, 2023: The highlight for my granddaughter was her coach and swimming at GA Tech.
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June 17, 2022: My daughter's swim skills really improved after this camp. She really enjoyed herself.
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June 17, 2022: Coaches were able to relate to each camper and give some individual time to each camper
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June 30, 2023: My son really enjoyed the time they spent watching swimming races and Coach Dave talked about the strokes.
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he enjoyed the environment
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