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: July 27-31
- Age Group: 8-18
- Gender: Coed
- Camp Type: Overnight (Ages 11-18), Day (commuter)
- Check-In: 7:30-7:45am.
- Check-Out: 11:30am. Camp concludes with our special Finale Ceremony conducted at the Pacific Lutheran University Pool.
- Day Schedule: MON-THURS 8AM-3PM, FRI 8AM-NOON
- Race Camp: For competitive swimmers ages 8-18. Our 5-day Race Camp focuses on excellence in racing! How swimmers perform in competition determines their ultimate success in swimming. Hard-nosed training matters, but smart-tough racing matters more. At PEAK Race Camps, we specialize in teaching the mental, technical, and physical skills to help swimmers excel where it matters most!
Our Race Camp curriculum includes:
- Various focus and mental toughness simulations to sharpen the mental edge.
- Race rehearsals to heighten the competitive spirit and teach the ideal racing strategy for all distances.
- Technical stroke refinement.
- Power, flexibility, and skill drills to quicken all starts and turns.
- Plus plenty of head-to-head racing!
Each day includes four hours of intensive in-water training, purposeful teaching, motivational mind power workshops, dynamic dry land training, and yoga stretching sessions. The combined PEAK experience toughens swimmers mentally, boosts fitness and confidence, and improves essential swimming skills. Learn from the PEAK pros and get the winning edge!
Created by Olympic Coach Nick Baker, the camp’s curriculum is second to none. Coach Baker has authored ten books on swimming and produced four swimming videos. The camp offers many unique features and is highly recommended for competitive swimmers ages 8-18.
12 & OVER CAMP: For competitive swimmers ages 12-18. The 12 & Over Camp is our most challenging training level and builds throughout the week in both intensity and expectation. State-of-the-art skill progressions are combined with challenging swim sets, and swimmers are tested during the week to maintain their newly acquired skills. Swimmers are assigned to lanes based on their current skill and performance level.
11 & UNDER CAMP: For competitive swimmers ages 8-11. The 11 & Under Camp is our lead-up training level to the 12 & Over Camp. While both camps follow the same format, the skill progressions and challenging swim sets are adjusted for younger swimmers. Swimmers are assigned to lanes based on their current skill and performance level.
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.
CAMP ADDRESS
Pacific Lutheran University Pool
849 124th Street S
Tacoma, WA 98444
Click Here for Directions
CONTACT US
The safety and well-being of our swimmers is our first concern. The coaching staff will be on deck and supervise all lunch and classroom sessions. Once camp is underway, parents may contact our camp coordinator directly at [email protected] or by phone at +1-320-334-4255. We are committed to making camp a great experience for your child.
CAMP CHECK-IN
Camp check-in will take place in the foyer of the pool facility. 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-in time: 7:30 am Monday
- 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.
- There is limited space for spectators to observe the swim sessions on the pool bleachers.
CAMP FINALE
Pick-up and Sign-out will occur in the foyer of the pool facility.
Pick-up time: 12:00 pm Friday
- Parents must sign out their swimmer each afternoon with a PEAK staff member.
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 Camps t-shirt and prizes.
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, goggles and towel(s)
- Facility: Pacific Lutheran University 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!
WHAT TO BRING
Below is a suggested list of clothing, equipment, and personal items. Peak Performance Swim Camp is not responsible for lost or stolen articles or money. Do not bring valuable items to camp with you.
Day Campers:
- 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)
- 2 Large Pool Towels
- Closed-Toe Running Shoes for dry-land training
- Dry-Land Apparel: T-Shirts, Shorts, or Leggings
- Sweatshirt or Jacket
- Do NOT bring fins, pull-buoys, kickboards, etc.
Overnighter Campers:
- All of the Above Items
- Plus additional 2-3 Swimsuits
- Casual Clothing for Evening Activities
- Pajamas
- Personal Toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, etc.)
- Extra Spending Money*
*Extra Spending Money: Parents may choose to send extra spending cash with their overnight camper. We suggest approximately
$50-$75 to use for additional snacks and beverages, or souvenirs. Safekeeping of any cash allowance for overnight campers can be turned over to a camp staff member. Peak Performance Swim Camp is not responsible for valuables not under their supervision.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE
- All swimmers must bring 2 personal water bottles to camp, properly labeled, and already filled.
- A catered lunch for Overnight campers will be provided on Wednesday-Sunday.
- The daily meal plan for Overnight campers includes a healthy, well-balanced breakfast/lunch/dinner, starting with lunch service on July 28, and ending with breakfast on Aug 1.
- There is no lunch service on the last day of camp, June 16, as camp will dismiss early.
- For swimmers with special diets (vegetarian, gluten-free, nut allergies, etc), we do our best to provide a healthy lunch alternative. However, swimmers may bring their own lunch if they prefer.
- Optional: Swimmers may also bring their own sports drink and/or healthy snacks to camp.
DAY CAMPERS
Day Campers check-in at 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, July 28 at the pool. Departure that day is at 3:00 p.m. and campers should be picked up at the pool.
On a daily basis, parents must sign in and sign out their swimmers with camp staff each morning and afternoon.
Drop-off time: 7:30 a.m.
Monday-Friday
Location: Pacific Lutheran University Pool.
Pick-up time: 3:00 p.m.
Monday-Thursday
Location: Pacific Lutheran University Pool.
* See Camp Finale for earlier pick-up time on Thursday.
OVERNIGHT CAMPERS
Overnight Campers check-in at 7:30 a.m. on Monday, at Pacific Lutheran University Pool. After Orientation, parents may drop-off their child’s luggage in the lobby by the pool.
At the conclusion of camp on Friday, overnight campers need to be picked up by 11:45 a.m. at the pool, and then proceed to the Dorm to pick-up their luggage.
Overnight accommodations are conveniently located adjacent to the pool. Campers should bring their own personal toiletries (such as shampoo and conditioner). Limited housekeeping service is provided.
If you have a roommate request, and have not already given it to us, please advise us immediately. Otherwise, every effort will be made to match swimmers in terms of age and maturity level. Swimmers stay two per room, each in their own bed. In some cases, swimmers may stay one per room.
TENTATIVE CAMP SCHEDULE
The schedule below outlines a sample agenda for the week.
MONDAY – THURSDAY:
- 7:00 AM – Overnight Campers/Breakfast (excluding Monday)
- 7:45 AM – Day Campers Arrive
- 8:00 AM – Dry Land
- 9:00 AM – Mind Power Workshop
- 9:30 AM – Swim Session 1
- 11:30 AM – Lunch (Day Campers Bring Your Own)
- 12:00 PM – Yoga
- 1:00 PM – Swim Session 2
- 3:00 PM – Day Campers Depart
- 4:00 PM – Overnight Campers/Dinner & Recreational Activities
- 9:30 PM – Lights Out
FRIDAY:
- 7:00 AM – Overnight Campers/Breakfast
- 7:45 AM – Day Campers Arrive
- 8:00 AM – Dry Land
- 9:00 AM – Mind Power Workshop
- 9:30 AM – Swim Session
- 11:30 AM – Finale Ceremony
- 12:00 PM – All Campers Depart
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.
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].
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
PACIFIC LUTHERAN UNIVERSITY POOL
Campers train each day at the PLU swimming pool which is a 6 lane x 25 yard pool.
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
- Over 18 hours of challenging in-water training
- Motivational Mind Power workshops
- Dynamic dry land sessions
- Power yoga stretching and strengthening
- Engaging mix of learning and fun
