2024 CAMP DATES
We will not be running camp at Michigan State in 2024. We hope to be back back in 2025!
*Unfortunately, Michigan State University is not permitting residential camps on-site this summer. Camp will run as a DAY Camp only for 2023.
CAMP PROGRAMS
All sessions are open to players of all ability levels unless otherwise noted. Upon arrival, all participants are evaluated by the staff so that their own tennis instruction needs can be addressed throughout the week.
We offer Day Camp (9:00am-4:00pm) for boys and girls, ages 9-18, with All Skills and Tournament Training programs offered all weeks.
- All Skills Program: The All Skills program is designed for tennis players of any skill level and background. Campers will learn fundamentals and improve upon their game.
- Tournament Training Program: This is a special tournament training component designed for tournament-level or ranked players looking to improve their match play and strategy in a competitive environment.
CAMP SCHEDULE
- Check-in: All campers check in on Monday between 8:15am-9:00am at the outdoor tennis courts at Lot 57. During the week, campers will be dropped off between 8:45am-9:00am.
- MSU Outdoor Tennis Courts Address: 375 Wilson Rd, Lansing, MI 48823. Please park in Lot 57.
- Check-out: Graduation is at 12:00pm on Friday, parents are encouraged to attend! Check-out immediately follows graduation.
- Day Camp Program: Monday-Thursday 9:00am-4:00pm, Friday 9:00am-12:00pm
DIRECTIONS & PARKING
Please follow the directions in the camp information packet to the MSU IT Instructional Media Center. This will bring you to parking lot 57 where check-in will be. The outdoor tennis courts are next to Lot 57.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: Daily tennis training, morning and afternoon sessions
- Supervision: Staff members provide optimal supervision and participate in all activities
- Camp T-shirt & Prizes: All campers receive a Nike Tennis Camps t-shirt and prize
MEALS
- Lunch is NOT provided. Campers must bring their own lunch and snacks each day.
INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, & FACILITY
- Ratio: 5:1 camper-to-coach ratio
- Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience
- Equipment Needed: All campers must bring a tennis racquet, tennis shoes, and a water bottle
- Facility: MSU features a massive 20-court outdoor complex lit for night play
- Inclement Weather Plan: If rain occurs, campers will have access to MSU indoor practice facility for conditioning activities and will make up court time in the evening.
- 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
TRAVEL
Nike Tennis Camps do not provide transportation to/from camp from the airport, train stations, or bus depots. If you fly into camp, we recommend that you fly into Lansing Capital City Airport and schedule a shuttle from the airport to camp and reserve a spot on a recommended shuttle from the airport. All shuttles leave right outside the airport terminals.
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.
Athletic, on-court tennis clothing
Tennis Racquet(s)
Tennis shoes (no running shoes)
Sweatshirt/warm-up jacket and pants
Water bottle
Sunscreen
Signed Health & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
COMPANY POLICIES
For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.
NIKE PICKLEBALL CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our pickleball camps please see our FAQ page
SWING VISION
Maximize your camp experience with SwingVision, an iPhone app that provides the following benefits when you record your play: watch a full match in 20 minutes with the dead-time automatically removed, view stats like shot placement, court positioning, shot speed, and consistency for each shot type, filter to particular shot or point types and easily create highlight videos of certain points or shots, access video analysis, and stats immediately after you finish recording, all on unlimited cloud storage.
Camp Code: TNXRMS
Sample Daily Schedule
9:00am
Stretching, Camp Meeting at Courts
9:30am-12:00pm
Tennis Session: Forehand and Backhand Technique, Point Play, Conditioning
12:00pm-1:00pm
Lunch at Outdoor Tennis Courts
1:00pm-4:00pm
Tennis Session: Serve and Return Technique, Singles Strategy, Point Play & Serving Drills
4:00pm
Pick Up