Nike Tennis Camp at University of Virginia

Safe environment

July 8, 2017: The counselours were very nice. The free time was perfect where the kids could do what the wanted but still be safe. He liked playing matches.

Great coaches

William really enjoyed how enthusiastic the coaches were! He felt very challenged and liked that they helped each player at the level they were at.

Camp was lots of fun

July 28, 2016: Thanks! Camp was lots of fun!

should advise campers to bring alarm clocks

7/28/2016 - Please update pack list to suggest bringing alarm clock; camper was only 9 y.o. so & did not have phone/alarm and was reprimanded for being late. Also, more organized p.m. activities might be nice.

Wonderful camp experience

July 02, 2018: Wonderful first camp experience! Tennis great too! Have the awards ceremony outside instead of the lobby. Better directions to the dorm!

drills, instruction and tipswere excellent

July 30, 2016: My son had a fabulous time! And the drills and instruction/tips he received were excellent. He loved the involvement of the UVA men's tennis team (fitness trainer, coach, assistant coach). We would have loved more interaction with the team members.

Building Camaraderie

July 16, 2021: Daniel enjoyed being able to play tennis while building camaraderie with fellow campers and coaches. He was always excited being there and came home talking about some of the good plays that occurred that day.

We'll be back next year!

July 23, 2021: Mallory had a great time. The instructors provided her with personal attention and were friendly. The camp atmosphere was upbeat and fun. There was plenty of breaks with water provided in the hot Virginia weather. Mallory would talk for hours at night after camp about what she learned, the other campers she met, and how fun the coaches were. It was a very positive experience and we will be back next year. Thank you for a great first tennis camp experience.

more education on form and technique

7/8/2015 - Staff very nice. As a parent, I want more education on form and technique.

Already asked us about attending next year

June 28, 2019: It was his first time attending a full week camp like this, so we weren't sure how he'd hold-up. However, he had a really good time each day, and he has already asked us about attending next year. It seemed to be very well run, and I think the camp instructors clicked very well with the kids.

So much excitement and improvement

June 12, 2021: Lucas has always enjoyed tennis but was frustrated with his slow progress over the past couple years and that he was still just a mediocre player. After the first day at camp he excitedly told us he had already improved so much that he wanted to play a match with us to show us his new skills! His excitement and progress continued through the week as the coaches shared their amazing teaching skills and made everything so fun and engaging for everyone. Thank you!

Wonderful time at camp

June 12, 2021: Ilias had a wonderful time at camp this past week. And thank you for giving him a good workout so he was exhausted at the end of the day!

can't wait to go back next year

7/2/2015 - Jackson loved tennis camp and can't wait to go back next year!

Enjoyed meeting Brian Boland

July 06, 2017: He enjoyed meeting Brian Boland and having a picture with him. The director of the camp was engaged but the first day he had to tell each coach what to do. It would be better if all of them were ready to start with drills and not to lose time teaching the coaches what to do. I was not there every day but the last day I observed that one of the coaches was not putting the effort to even return the balls.

Look forward to next day

July 06, 2017: Always looking forward for the next day. Highly positive spirit!!!

Learned skills to improve his play

July 06, 2017: Enjoyed playing with other kids and interacting with camp staff. Enjoyed learning to skills to improve his play. Especially enjoyed the dining hall! ;) A more structured free time might be helpful for younger/day campers.

Did not want camp to end!

July 17, 2021: Turi did not want this camp to end. His experience was probably the most positive one I have seen him have so far in his young (9 years old) life. Though I loved seeing the awesome positive energy and focus of all the coaching staff, I attribute the positive environment largely to the unbridled enthusiasm and positive influence of Brian Rasmussen. He is a force.

Would love to go back!

July 10, 2018: Being able to play tennis for hours and be with amazing people. I think it would be a bit nicer if the coaches were a little bit more involved with improving the players hitting and serving but other than that it was amazing experience would love to go back!

Coaching staff is fantastic

July 16, 2021: My family has been attending the Nike tennis camps held by the UVA tennis staff for 3 summers. My daughters play tennis competitively throughout the year, and the Nike tennis camp has become a highlight of their training as they get to play with other fantastic players in a non-tournament structure. The coaching staff is fantastic as well, making each day in the court informative and fun!

Thank you for a great camp!

July 17, 2017: Matthew learned new aspects of the sport, he enjoyed match play and meeting new people.

Gained confidence at camp

July 16, 2021: This camp and its staff were so welcoming, and Zoe was nervous coming in. I saw that she made friends and actually enjoyed playing and learning despite the really hot weather all week. Knowing her, she would not have wanted to play after the first day in this heat if she didn't like it! The camp brought her out of her shell and gave her some confidence. Thank you!!

Loved it!

June 14, 2021: They LOVED it and cannot wait to go back next year. They learned so much and had a blast!!!!

Loved the coaches

June 26, 2021: Dalton loved the coaches. All of them. They all taught a little different but he really loved them and talked a lot about them all week. He said he felt like he was getting better every day

Some of the best memories of their lives from this camp

July 13, 2019: The folks at this camp consistently exceed all expectations. The environment that Mr. Powless and his staff create is one of the most uniquely welcoming I have ever had the pleasure to witness and both of our children (having attended for multiple years) have some of the best memories of their lives from this camp.

Loved it all

July 6, 2017: Excellent experience; she loved it and can't wait to come back next year. Tennis was awesome - super instruction.The food was excellent.The dorm was top-notch.The friends were great and excellent older girl role-models as counselors, etc.She felt 100% safe at all times and we did too!

camp was outstanding

7/2/2015 - My son has always been very passionate about tennis, and this camp was outstanding. He loved it and will definitely come back.

coaches were nice and fun

7/2/2015 - The coaches were nice and fun, and the program was fun.

coaches are passionate about tennis and mentoring young players

7/23/2015 - Coach Boland, team (Malcolm Peace, Joey Manilla, Melvin Harris, Gordon Peace...) and guests (Pat Etcheberry...) are passionate about tennis and mentoring young players. They gave the kids good advice... Great job!!!

Loved every minute of camp

July 21, 2019: Our son had awesome time and loved every minute of the camp. His game has improved 100% thanks to your staff who made this happen. He is looking forward to returning next year. Until then keep up the good work. Thank you very much.

loved it

7/23/2015 - Hope will be back next year !!! She loved it! She also plays for her school at Holton Arms in Bethesda MD. We will recommend this camp to the coach!

really loved the camp

7/8/2015 - I really loved the camp, but I wish there would have been more bonding throughout the week, it would have just added to the comfort level of the teaching environment.

June 30, 2023: Sense of independence and bonding

July 24, 2023: Location and reputation of program.

July 24, 2023: my son had fun while developed skills

June 26, 2023: Getting exposed to strong tennis players in similar age range.

July 15, 2022: The away camp offered independence and repetition of skills training.

June 30, 2023: Seamus enjoyed the fun drills and especially liked the competitive play

June 23, 2023: the amount of play time was excellent and the encouragement of the coaches

July 16, 2022: Super nice counselors, fun, well run, nice kids, nice accommodations, good tennis

July 3, 2022: Got to play so much tennis!! Counselors were great role models and made the overnight stay fun.

August 5, 2022: Meeting new friends, sleeping away from home while feeling safe, and enjoying a sport she loves.

July 21, 2023: Quality and reputation of the coached including high-level players and coaches such as Treat Huey.

June 30, 2023: The whole experience was great, I really enjoyed meeting and playing with the campers and staff members.

August 6, 2022: Great experience with the camp staff and the other campers; great facilities and well organized; made it fun for the kids

July 21, 2023: Meeting new people and making some good/fun memories with them at the camp, and the helpful tips from some of the coaches.

August 4, 2023: I think this camp was an overall fun experience that my daughters enjoyed. They met friends and the focus of the camp is what was marketed. Positive experience.

July 21, 2023: This was my daughter's first time away from home for an overnight camp. She was nervous, but the staff and manner in which events were scheduled were amazing. UVA is beautiful and she learned so much. She also made a lot of new friends in her suite. All around it was a perfect experience!

The coaches were friendly and experienced.