Nike Tennis Camp at DePauw University

2025 CAMP DATES (New Dates Coming Soon!)

• We will unfortunately not be running camp at DePauw University in 2025 due to court availability.

CAMP PROGRAM INFORMATION

• Camp Type(s) Offered: Full Day (8:00am-3:00pm) & Overnight
• Gender: Coed
• Age Range: 7-18
• Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced

SKILL LEVELS & GROUP PLACEMENT

Upon arrival, all participants are evaluated by the staff so that their own instructional needs can be addressed throughout the week. Campers are then sorted by ability first, then age per the Camp Director's discretion - adjustments are made as needed during camp.

While there are many ways to define skill levels, the following descriptions are what the Camp Directors at Nike Tennis Camps will use to organize and group camp participants. At the time of registration, please choose the level that best represents your athlete's experience:

• Beginner: Players new to the game with little to no formal tennis instruction. They are still learning the fundamentals, focusing on basic skills and rules of the game. Typically play for recreation and have minimal match-play experience.

• Intermediate: Players who can serve and sustain rallies with consistency. They are comfortable hitting medium-paced shots but may struggle with all strokes and directional control. Some may have participated in local tournaments and possess a UTR rating or are equivalent to a High School JV player.

• Advanced: Players with dependable strokes and solid directional control. They demonstrate a strong competitive spirit, improved court coverage, and are developing strategies for both singles and doubles play. These players frequently compete in tournaments and have a USTA or UTR rating, or are equivalent to a High School Varsity player.

CAMP CHECK-IN/OUT

• Check-in: All campers Monday at 8:00am
• Check-out: Graduation at 11:30am at the tennis courts for all campers on the final day of camp. Parents are invited to attend! Check-out immediately follows at 12:00pm.

CAMP SCHEDULE

• Day Camp Schedule: Monday-Thursday 8:00am-3:00pm, Friday 8:00am-12:00pm

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?

• Instruction: Daily tennis training, morning and afternoon sessions
• Overnight campers: Dormitory housing on campus and all meals are provided
• Supervision: Staff members reside in rooms strategically placed throughout the dorm to provide optimal supervision and participate in all activities
• Camp T-shirt & Prizes: All campers receive a Nike Tennis Camps t-shirt and prizes

MEALS

• Day Campers: Lunch is not provided. Day campers will need to bring their own lunches.
• Overnight Campers: All meals are included for Overnight campers

EQUIPMENT, FACILITY & MORE

• Equipment Needed: All campers must bring a tennis racquet, tennis shoes, and a water bottle
• Facility: The outdoor tennis complex consists of 8 courts. The outdoor tennis complex is directly adjacent to the indoor tennis facility. There are 6 indoor courts.
• Inclement Weather Plan: In the case of heavy rain or lightning we will move camp to the indoor courts
• 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

HOUSING

• Dorm: TBD
• Number of Campers per Room: TBD
• 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!
• Linens: Bed linens are NOT provided. Please bring Twin XL-sized sheets or a sleeping bag, blanket, towel, facecloth, and pillow.
• Air Conditioning: The dorms do NOT have A/C. Campers are encouraged to bring a fan.
• Dining Hall Information: TBD

EXTRAS

• Evening Activities: Evening activities may include pickleball, movie night, game/trivia night, pool time, talent show, etc.
• Weekend Stayover: Not offered at this location

TRAVEL

Nike Tennis Camps do not provide transportation to/from camp from the airports, train stations, or bus depots.

CUSTOMER PORTAL

To access your completed camp enrollments, Health and Release Forms, Camp Information Packet and pay any outstanding balance you might have please visit: US Sports Camps Customer Portal

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!

CANCELLATION POLICY

If you need to cancel for any reason up to 24 hours before camp check-in, you will receive a camp credit voucher for the tuition fees paid, valid for one year for any sport and transferable to any immediate family member. Please note that participants who do not attend their registered session (no-shows) or fail to notify USSC at least 24 hours prior to check-in will not receive a voucher or refund.

Refunds are available only if the Cancellation Protection was purchased at the time of registration and the cancellation is made before your payment due date (1st of the month prior to your camp start date).

For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.

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) (2 minimum)
• Tennis shoes (no running shoes)
• Sweatshirt/warm-up jacket and pants
• Hat/visor
• Water bottle*
• Sunscreen**
• Signed Health & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)

OVERNIGHT CAMPERS ONLY:

• Athletic clothing mentioned above (1-2 pairs/day)
• Comfortable off-court clothing (pants/shorts, t-shirts, sweatshirts 1 pair/day)
• Undergarments (1-2pair/day)
• Swimsuit and towel (subject to change)
• Pajamas
• Shower flip flops
• Toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, face wash, hairbrush, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, etc.)
• Personal items & medications
• Washcloth and bath towel
• Fan (optional)
• Bed sheets (linens not provided, please bring Twin XL Sheets)
• Comforter/blanket
• Pillow/pillow case
• Alarm clock
• Snacks

NIKE TENNIS CAMP FAQ

For general questions about our tennis camps please see our FAQ page

CAMP CODE: TNXDPU