Nike Tennis Camp at University of Denver

2025 CAMP DATES

• June 22-26 (Sunday - Thursday)

CAMP PROGRAM INFORMATION

• Camp Type(s) Offered:
  • OVERNIGHT: The overnight program includes instruction, fun games and competitions for prizes, overnight accommodation, all meals, fun evening activities, and more. The camp staff resides in the dormitories in adjacent rooms to the campers and provides supervision throughout the camp. Campers will be transported off campus each day for athletic training. The camp utilizes the nearby park tennis courts as its training facilities.
  • FULL DAY (9:00AM-5:00PM): The Nike Tennis Camp at the University of Denver also offers a day camp program for campers who do not wish to stay overnight. This option includes instruction and daytime activities only. The schedule is modified on the first and last days of camp.
• Gender: Coed
• Age Range: Full Day (8-17) & Overnight (10-17)
• 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.

• Check-in: On the first day of camp, check-in will be between 11:30am-12:00pm
• Check-in Location: Peter Barton Lacrosse Stadium
  • After overnight campers check in, parents and campers will receive their room and access cards and store their luggage in their assigned room.
  • Campers should arrive at check-in dressed in their athletic apparel and ready to train.
• Check out: Following the closing ceremony at 12:30pm at the DU Soccer Stadium
• Meals:
  • Day 1: Dinner
  • Days 2-4: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 5: Breakfast
• Room Key Deposit: Please bring a $337.25 check made out to “Next Athletes, LLC” to be collected at the time of camp check-in. This is simply a deposit held in case of any damages or lost room keys.
• Closing Ceremony: The closing ceremony will take place at DU Soccer Stadium. Parents are invited to attend! Campers and parents will depart following.

HOUSING

The information below is based on previous years and is subject to change.

• Dorm: Dimond Family Residential Village
• Number of Campers Per Room: 2 per room
• Roommates: Rooms are assigned by age & roommate requests. Roommate requests must be mutual. 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!
• Bathrooms: Shared
• Linens: Included, although campers are permitted to bring their own if they wish. Linens include washcloth, towel, fitted sheet, top sheet, blanket, and pillow/case.
• Air Conditioning: Yes

MEALS

• Overnight Campers: All meals provided

• Day Campers: Lunch is not provided. Campers are required to bring their own lunch daily.

CAMP EXTRAS

• Evening Activities: Evening activities will be planned for overnight campers. These activities typically include, game night, movie night, pizza party, camp talent show, etc.

• Parent/Camper Seminars: Both campers and parents are invited to join us from 7:30-8:30pm each night, the location is to be determined for evening seminars. Seminar topics will include college recruiting, expectations of a collegiate athlete, how to choose the right school, and important sports psychology topics. We also offer opportunities for Q&A with each panel of coaches.

Note: Camp is closed to spectators during daytime hours. Parents are highly encouraged to attend orientation and the closing ceremony.

CUSTOMER PORTAL: PREPARE FOR CAMP HERE

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

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)
• Running or athletic shoes
• Sweatshirt/warm-up jacket and pants
• Water bottle
• Sunscreen
• A new notepad or journal

Overnight Campers Only

• Athletic clothing mentioned above (1-2 pairs/day)
• Comfortable off-court clothing (pants/shorts, t-shirts, sweatshirts 1 paid/day)
• Undergarments (1-2pair/day)
• Pajamas
• Shower flip flops
• Toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, face wash, hairbrush, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, etc.)
• Personal items & medications

NIKE TENNIS CAMP FAQ

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