Maximizing swimming potential through a holistic training approach is the mission of Peak Performance Swim Camp. To fulfill our mission, we seek to empower our swimmers through a two-tiered process of teaching and training. The teaching side includes daily chalk talks, video presentations, and ongoing poolside demonstrations. In addition, a targeted teaching strategy focused on swimmers’ individual needs is employed.
2026 OVERVIEW
- Dates: April 25-26
- Age Group: 8-18
- Gender: Coed
- Camp Type: Day Camp
- Schedule: 9:00am-3:00pm, Saturday-Sunday
- Check-In: 8:30-8:45am. Upon arrival at the main entrance of the Blackhawk Country Club community, please advise the security guard that you are there to attend the Peak Performance Swim Camp. Camp check-in will take place through the pool entrance gate, at the bottom of the stairs leading to the pool deck.
- Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a packed lunch.
- 4-Stroke Camp: For competitive swimmers ages 8-18. Our two day, 4-Stroke Camp provides concentrated work in all four competitive strokes and offers quick-fix solutions that work. Areas of concentration include body position, pulling, kicking, breathing, and timing. It’s the complete package over one weekend!
There’s a fundamental difference in how swimmers should train the long axis versus short axis strokes. Long axis strokes, backstroke and freestyle, involve side-to-side body rotation. Short axis strokes, butterfly and breaststroke, involve front-to-back rotation. Physical fitness can only take swimmers so far, but fitness plus the right technique can turbocharge your performance. PEAK coaching improves your stroke technique to swim faster and more efficiently!
Note: This is NOT a learn-to-swim program, but specifically designed for competitive swimmers who can perform multiple lengths of all four strokes and the official starts and turns. Swimmers are assigned to lanes based on ability level. The daily skill progressions and challenging swim sets are adjusted to reflect skill and performance levels.
CAMP ADDRESS
Blackhawk Country Club Pool
1098 Eagle Nest Place
Danville, CA 94506
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CAMP CHECK-IN
Saturday and Sunday
Camp Check-In: 8:30-8:45am. Upon arrival at the main entrance of the Blackhawk Country Club community, please advise the security guard that you are there to attend the Peak Performance Swim Camp. Camp check-in will take place through the pool entrance gate, at the bottom of the stairs leading to the pool deck.
- Swimmers must arrive at camp wearing their swimsuit underneath their dry-land clothing.
- Parents need to sign in their swimmer with camp staff each morning.
- Parents may observe the outdoor swim sessions on the south end of the pool. Please keep the pool deck area clear for coaches to move freely while providing swim instruction.
CAMP CHECK-OUT
Saturday and Sunday
Saturday-Sunday at 3:00 PM. Pick-up and Sign-out will occur on the pool deck. Park in the side lot nearest the pool for easy access.
- Parents must sign out their swimmer each afternoon with a PEAK staff member.
CAMP FINALE
The camp concludes on Sunday at 3:00 pm. Parents can pick up their children on the pool deck.
MEALS
- Please bring your own bag lunch daily on Saturday and Sunday with your favorite healthy foods.
- Bag lunches must be in the swimmers’ possession at morning Drop-Off and not delivered later to the pool.
- Swimmers must bring two personal water bottles to camp, properly labeled and already filled.
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 PEAK Swim Cap and PEAK wristband
INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY
- Ratio: 1-on-1 attention provided to each swimmer
- Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience.
- Equipment Needed: Please bring your water swimsuit, swim cap, googles and towel(s)
- Facility: Blackhawk Country Club 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:
- 2 Water Bottles - Properly labeled & already filled
- Bag Lunch with your favorite healthy foods
- Swimsuit worn underneath dry-land clothing
- 2 Swim Caps (your personal favorites)
- Dark-Tinted or Mirrored Goggles
- Sunscreen SPF 30 or Higher
- 2 Large Pool Towels
- Closed-Toe Running Shoes for dry-land training
- Dry-Land Apparel: T-Shirts, Shorts, or Leggings
- Do NOT bring fins, pull-buoys, kickboards, etc.
TENTATIVE CAMP SCHEDULE
The schedule below outlines a sample agenda for the day.
- 8:45 AM – Daily Sign In
- 9:00 AM – Dry Land
- 10:00 AM – Swim Session 1
- 12:00 PM – Lunch (Bring Your Own)
- 12:30 PM – Mind Power Workshop
- 1:00 PM – Swim Session 2
- 3:00 PM – Daily Sign Out
The daily curriculum includes two in-water training sessions (2 hours each), dry land, and motivational mental skills training. The combined PEAK experience toughens swimmers mentally, boosts fitness and confidence, and improves essential swimming skills.
CAMP EXTRAS
Private Lessons, Video Analysis, and copies of Nick Baker's books are still available at SwimCamp.com. If you want to purchase one of Coach Baker's books, or book a private lesson or video analysis during camp, please contact Kathy Walker at [email protected].
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.
Facility
Blackhawk Country Club Pool
Campers train each day at the Blackhawk Country Club Pool located at 1098 Eagle Nest Pl, Danville, CA 94506.
CAMP FEATURES
- 1-on-1 guidance from an expert PEAK coach
- Customized training curriculum created by Olympic Coach Nick Baker
- Tailored practices for all speed levels
- Personalized feedback throughout the day
- Focused in-water skill progressions
- Motivational Mind Power workshops
- Dynamic dry land sessions
- Engaging mix of learning and fun