2026 CAMP DATES
- July 5-10
- July 12-17
- July 19-24
SECURE YOUR SPOT!
Please note: Last year, camp sessions SOLD OUT at this location. You can expect high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early.
CAMP PROGRAM INFORMATION
- Camp Type(s) Offered: Overnight
- Gender: Coed
- Age Range: 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.
CAMP CHECK-IN/OUT
- Overnight Check-in: Between 1:30pm-3:00pm on Sunday at Tarble Hall.
- Overnight Check-out: All campers check out at 1:00pm on Friday at the Smeds Tennis Center. A graduation ceremony will take place right before checkout at the tennis courts. All parents are invited to come!
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: Daily tennis training, morning and afternoon sessions
- Meals: Our remodeled cafeteria now offers food-court-style dining with 5 different restaurant-type serving areas. Meals are served 3 times daily overlooking picturesque Lake Michigan. All meals are wholesome and nutritious. The campus Snack Bar, open evenings until 10:30, allows campers to grab a snack before bedtime.
- 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: Smeds Tennis Center - 10 outdoor 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
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: Tarble Hall
- Number of Campers per Room: The Carthage administration has decided to allow campers to stay two per room upon prior consent from parents/guardians. We will accommodate roommate requests as well as pair up others two per room. If you are NOT comfortable with a double and prefer for your camper to stay in a single room, please let us know
- 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 sheets, blanket, towel, facecloth, and pillow (Twin XL)
- Air Conditioning: The dorms do NOT have A/C. Campers are encouraged to bring a fan
EXTRAS
- Evening Activities: Tennis is foremost in our schedule, but rest times and evening hours are filled with other leisure enjoyments. There are lounges for games of all sorts, pool tables, table tennis, and card games. Everyone becomes closely acquainted with each other, so these activities are full of laughter and fun. In addition, our program includes a movie night on campus and a bowling party!
- Weekend Stayovers: Not offered at this location
- Camp Store (New): The camp will have Gatorade, water, snacks, tennis accessories (grips, shock absorbers, etc..), and stringing ($20 per racquet) available at the “camp store” that will be open anytime we are on the Tennis court.
Campers are welcome to bring cash to use for this. There is also an Einstein’s Bagels and convenience shop open on the campus which campers can go to for lunch. Recommended amount $25-$40
TRAVEL
- Nike Tennis Camps do not provide transportation to/from camp from airports, train stations, or bus depots. If you fly into camp, we recommend that you fly into the Milwaukee or O'Hare Airport and take the airport shuttle from the airport to camp. Milwaukee Airport (45 min from campus) and O’Hare (1 hour from campus). Milwaukee is the easier airport to choose.
- Airport Shuttle: Transportation to campus can be arranged through Go Airport Connection at 1-800-236-5450 or by fax at 414-769-0209. Reservations are required. www.goairportconnection.com. MKE approximate cost: $49 one-way, and $5 for each additional person. Chicago ORD approximate cost: $142 one way, $150 for 2 people person). There is a 5% discount if you book online.
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
- Housing is ONLY included in the camp tuition cost for Overnight Campers only. All other 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.
SUGGESTED PACKING LIST
Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment, and personal items we recommend you bring to camp. 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
Hat/visor
Sweat towel/cooling towel
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
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 are not provided)
Comforter/blanket (linens are not provided)
Pillow/pillow case (linens are not provided)
NIKE TENNIS CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our tennis camps please see our FAQ page
Camp Code: TNXRSO
Sample Daily Schedule
7:00am
Wake up Call… Rise and Shine (Straighten up room)
7:00am-8:00am
Breakfast and fill up water bottles
8:00am-8:15am
Meet in front of Tarble Hall to be shuttled to the tennis courts and help coaches set up equipment
8:15am
Day Campers Check-In at Smeds Tennis Center
8:15am-11:00am
Morning Tennis (Singles strategy and stroke production)
11:00am-11:15am
All campers shuttle to the dorms
11:30am-12:45pm
Lunch
12:45pm-1:00pm
Shuttle to the courts
1:00pm-4:30pm
Afternoon Tennis (Mental Strategy & Match Play)
4:30pm
Day Campers dismissed at Smeds Tennis Center
4:30pm-4:45pm
Shuttle to the dorms
5:00pm-5:45pm
Dinner
5:45pm-6:00pm
Shuttle to the courts
6:00pm-7:15pm
Evening Tennis (High intensity/fun doubles drills)
7:15pm-7:30pm
Shuttle to the dorms
7:30pm-8:00pm
Shower
8:00pm-9:30pm
Night Activity (Movie night, bowling, open gym, tie-breaker tournament)
9:30pm-10:00pm
Wind down, get ready for bed
10:30pm
Lights out
