Nike Tennis Camp at University of Puget Sound

2025 CAMP DATES

• August 4-7

CAMP PROGRAM INFORMATION

• Camp Type: Overnight and Full Day (9:00am-4:00pm)
• Gender: Coed
• Overnight Camper Ages: 10-17
• Day Camper Ages: 8-17
• Skill Levels: 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.

DAY CAMP SCHEDULE

Monday - Friday (9:00am-4:00pm)

• 8:45am - 9:00am: Camper check-in at the tennis courts
• 9:00am - 12:00pm: Participant evaluation & group placement
• 12:00pm - 1:00pm: Lunch (not included, campers should bring their own lunch each day or purchase lunch on campus)
• 1:00pm - 3:00pm: Tennis instruction
• 3:00pm - 4:00pm: Skills games and competitions
• 4:00pm - Camper check-out at the tennis courts

*A more detailed camp schedule will be available closer to the start of camp!

OVERNIGHT CAMP SCHEDULE

• Coming soon!

MEALS

• Day Campers: Lunch is NOT provided for Full Day Campers. Campers will need to bring their own lunch each day or purchase lunch on campus.
• Overnight Campers: All meals are provided for Overnight Campers and are included in the camp tuition cost

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. Bring Twin XL linens or a sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase, and a towel.

• Air Conditioning: The dorms do have A/C.

• Room Key Deposit Check: $75 (Due at the time of camp check-in. Check made out to “Next Athletes, LLC”)

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?

• Instruction: Daily tennis training, morning and afternoon sessions
• Overnight campers: Dormitory housing on campus, evening activities and all meals
• Supervision: The staff reside in the dormitories in adjacent rooms to the campers and participate in all activities. Drugs, alcohol and tobacco are strictly prohibited, and constitute, along with general misconduct, grounds for dismissal from camp without a refund.
• 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: Puget Sound Tennis Pavilion - 6 courts
• Medical Protocol: In case of an emergency, campers will be transported to the nearest hospital.

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 at Appleton Tennis Center for evening seminars. Guest speakers include college coaches, college recruiting experts, current and former collegiate athletes, and our sports psychology director.

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.

ACCOMMODATIONS & TRAVEL

• This is a Day Camp only; housing is NOT included in the camp tuition. Campers are responsible for arranging their own overnight accommodations if needed.
• Nike Tennis Camp does not provide any transportation to/from camp from the airport, train stations, or bus depots.
• US Sports Camps, the Camp Director, camp staff, and the host facility are not liable for any travel-related arrangements, including but not limited to flights, hotels, Airbnbs, or rental cars.
• We recommend booking refundable or flexible travel and accommodation options in case of any changes to the camp schedule.

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

• 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 paid/day)

• Undergarments (1-2pair/day)

• Swimsuit and towel *We will have access to the pool at different times throughout the week. Pool use will be determined the week of camp. Please pack a swimsuit and towel just in case!

• 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)

• Twin XL bed sheets (if linens are not provided)

• Comforter/blanket (if linens are not provided)

• Pillow/pillow case (if linens are not provided)

• Label all luggage and athletic equipment with an easily identifiable tag which has the camper’s full name and contact info

• Room Key Deposit Check - $75 (check made out to “Next Athletes, LLC”)

NIKE TENNIS CAMP FAQ

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

Camp Code: TNXRPS