Nike Tennis Camp at Juniata College
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at Nike Tennis Camps
Join Paul Tobin and his staff for an unforgettable summer camp experience! Juniata College is nestled amidst the stunning Allegheny Mountains, rivers, and lakes in central Pennsylvania. Your child will have the chance to enhance their tennis skills while fully enjoying the camp experience. Coach Tobin and Coach Engle are dedicated to ensuring your child has a memorable and enriching time.
Our junior tennis camps help boys and girls improve their game in a short period of time, providing players with a chance to play tennis for up to 5 hours a day, make new friends, and enjoy nightly group activities and great accommodations.
Highlights Include
- Instruction from Paul Tobin and his exceptional staff
- Low camper to staff ratio
- All campers receive a Nike Tennis Camp T-shirt and prizes!
- Fun off-court evening activities for overnight campers
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Camp Coaches
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Director Paul Tobin
Tobin is in his first year with Juniata. Tobin comes to Juniata College from Penn State University, where as the Associate Head Coach for Men's Tennis he spent the past 11 seasons with the Nittany Lions. During Tobin's tenure at Penn Staff, the Nittany Lions reached historic records and rankings for the first time in program history. Under Tobin's guidance, Penn State achieved an unprecedented 111-63 record and reached a high of No. 16 ITA ranking. In his twenty year span in college coaching, including 4 seasons as a Head Coach, Tobin has racked up 379 match career wins.
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Camp Details
2025 Camp Dates
- June 8-14
- July 13-19
CAMP PROGRAM INFORMATION
- Camp Type(s) Offered: Half Day (Sunday 1:00pm-5:30pm, Monday-Saturday 9:00am-12:00pm), Full Day (Sunday 1:00pm-4:00pm, Monday-Friday 9:00am-4:00pm, & Saturday 9:00am-12:00pm), Extended Day (Sunday 1:00pm-5:30pm, Monday-Friday 9:00am-8:00pm, & Saturday 9:00am-12:00pm) & Overnight
- Gender: Coed
- Age Range: 12-18
- 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.
The summer tennis camp led by Coach Tobin and his staff is designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience for young players. Coach Tobin’s extensive background as the former Associate Head Coach for Men’s Tennis at Penn State and now as the Director of Tennis at Juniata College, participants will benefit from high-level instruction and mentorship. Coach Tobin uses both on-court and classroom training to teach the fundamental principles of tennis. Each Camper will receive a Nike Tennis Workbook to help with the overall learning process.
CAMPERS WILL LEARN
- Technique: Coach Tobin ranks among the leading technical coaches in the industry. Players will not only refine their strokes but also gain a deeper understanding of proper techniques through instructional classes. Each player will benefit from video analysis covering their forehand, backhand, serve, and volleys.
- Tactics: Coach Tobin will impart effective tactical strategies that he employed at Penn State and Juniata College, with an emphasis on helping players grasp Wardlaw Directionals.
- Conditioning: Coach Tobin will share the fitness training methods utilized at Penn State and Juniata College to enhance players' physical performance.
- Mental Training: Coach Tobin emphasizes that a player's mental resilience is crucial to their success. He employs both on-court practice and classroom instruction to teach effective techniques for mental preparation, both on and off the court.
Coach Tobin aims to create a fun camp atmosphere reminiscent of his own childhood experiences. In addition to tennis training, participants can look forward to traditional camp games designed to build friendships and create lasting memories.
CAMP CHECK-IN/OUT
- Check-in: All Campers check in on Sunday at 1:00pm
- Check-out: All Campers check out on Saturday at 12:00pm
DAILY SCHEDULES
- Half Day Camp Hours: Sunday 1:00pm-5:30pm, Monday-Saturday 9:00am-12:00pm
- Day Camp Hours: Sunday 1:00pm-5:30pm, Monday-Friday 9:00am-4:00pm, & Saturday 9:00am-12:00pm
- Extended Day Camp Hours: Sunday 1:00pm-5:30pm, Monday-Friday 9:00am-8:00pm, & Saturday 9:00am-12:00pm
MEALS
- Overnight Campers: All meals provided
- Extended Day Campers: Lunch and dinner are provided Monday-Friday
- Day Campers: Lunch is provided Monday-Friday
- Half Day Campers: Campers depart prior to lunch
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
EQUIPMENT, FACILITY & MORE
- Equipment Needed: All campers must bring a tennis racquet, tennis shoes, and a water bottle
- Facility: Juniata College features 6 lighted outdoor hard courts. Additionally, locker rooms and training rooms are conveniently located near the courts.
- Inclement Weather Plan: In case of inclement weather, we have access to indoor facilities at various locations.
- 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
The information below is based on previous years and is subject to change each year. Final housing information for this camp will be provided in the Camp Information Packets and emailed to all campers closer to the camp's start date.
- Dorm Hall: TBD
- Dorm Hall Address: TBD
- Number of Campers per Room: 1-2
- 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: Campers must provide their linens (Twin XL)
- Air Conditioning: Dorms DO have A/C. Campers are still encouraged to bring a fan
EXTRAS
- Evening Activities: May include movie night, pizza night, and team activities
- Weekend Stayovers: Not offered at this location
TRAVEL
Nike Tennis Camp does not provide any transportation to/from camp from airports, train stations, or bus depots. Below is a link to suggested travel options to and from Juniata College.
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)
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)
OVERNIGHT CAMPERS ONLY:
Athletic clothing mentioned above (1-2 pairs/day)
Comfortable off-court clothing (pants/shorts, t-shirts, sweatshirts 1 pairs/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 (if linens are not provided)
Comforter/blanket (if linens are not provided)
Pillow/pillow case (if linens are not provided)
NIKE TENNIS CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our tennis 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: TNXRJC
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- 7:15am Wake-up, breakfast at dining hall
- 9:00am-12:15pm Group sessions broken into three areas personal instruction, drills, and team play.
- 12:30pm-1:30pm Lunch and rest
- 1:45pm-4:30pm Group sessions broken into three areas personal instruction, drills, and team play.
- 4:30pm Day Campers Depart
- 4:30pm-5:30pm Free play tennis
- 5:30pm-7:30pm Dinner and getting ready for evening activities
- 7:45-9:30 Evening Activity (movie night, pizza night, fun park night, miniature golfing)
- 10:00pm Lights Out
Nike Tennis Camp at Juniata College
Huntingdon, Pennsylvania 16652
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Nike Tennis Camp at Juniata College
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