Nike Tennis Camp at University of Virginia
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Improve your game and have serious fun
at Nike Tennis Camps
Steeped in tradition and with state-of-the-art facilities, the Charlottesville Nike Tennis Camps are the perfect blend of expert instruction and fun both on and off the court!
Highlights Include
- Daily instruction from UVA coaching staff
- 5-6 hours daily instruction, low camper to staff ratio
- Nike Tennis Camp T-shirt and prizes
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Camp Coaches
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Co-Director Andres Pedroso
On May 24, 2017, Andres Pedroso was named the Cavaliers' director of tennis and head men's tennis coach, overseeing both the men's and women's tennis programs while also serving as the head coach of Virginia men's tennis.
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Camp Director Brian Rasmussen
Brian Rasmussen joined the Cavaliers as a volunteer assistant coach in the fall of 2018.
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Camp Director Treat Huey
Treat Huey joined Andres Pedroso’s coaching staff as a volunteer assistant coach in March of 2022, working with the team through the ACC Championship, and returned as a volunteer assistant in February of 2023, helping to lead the team to its second-straight NCAA Championship. He was named a full-time assistant on July 1, 2023. Huey is one of the Cavaliers’ most successful professional players, The doubles specialist has won eight career ATP doubles titles, including three 500-level tournaments, and made the 2013 1000-level ATP Masters Indian Wells final. Ranked as high as No. 18 in the world, he has appeared in 28 Grand Slams, including advancing to the Wimbledon semifinals in 2016.
Camp Details
2024 CAMP DATES
- June 16-20
- June 23-27
- July 7-11
- July 14-18
- July 21-25
SECURE YOUR SPOT
This camp SOLD OUT in 2023. You can expect high demand on these first-come first-serve camper spots, so be sure to register early!
CAMP PROGRAMS
We offer Day (9:00am-4:00pm) and Overnight Camp sessions for campers ages 9-18.
All sessions are open to players of all abilities. Upon arrival, all participants are evaluated by the staff so that their own instructional needs can be addressed throughout the week.
- All Skills Program: The All Skills program is designed for tennis players of any skill level and background. Campers will learn fundamentals and improve upon their game.
- Tournament Training: We are hosting a Tournament Training session geared towards tournament-level and ranked players, ages 9-18, looking to improve their tournament results, learn winning strategies, and work on mental toughness.
CAMP SCHEDULE
- Check-In: All campers from 1:30pm-3:00pm at Fitzhugh house on the first day of camp. All campers will walk from the dorms to the Snyder Tennis Courts at 3:00pm. Day Campers will depart Sunday at 5:00pm.
- Check-out: Awards Ceremony: Thursday 11:00am-11:30am at the Snyder Tennis Center. Parents and guardians are welcome to attend! Check-out is Thursday 12:00pm-1:30pm at the dorms. All campers are to be checked out at the dorms. Please note: Campers whose parents/guardians do not attend the award ceremony will go to lunch after the awards (12-1pm) and then go to the dorms for check-out 1:00pm-1:30pm.
- Day Camper Drop-off/pick-up: Drop-Off for Day Campers is between 8:30am-8:45am Monday-Thursday at the tennis courts. Pick-up is at the Snyder Tennis Courts Sunday-Wednesday. Pick-up on Thursday will be at the dorms.
- Day Camper Schedule: Sunday: 3:30pm-5:00pm, Monday-Wednesday 9:00am-4:00pm, Thursday: 9:00am-1:30pm
MEALS
- Overnight Campers: All meals are included starting with dinner on the first day and ending with breakfast on the last day.
- Day Campers: Lunch is included Monday-Wednesday.
- Meal Card: There will be a $25 charge for a lost meal card
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: Daily tennis training, morning and afternoon sessions
- Housing: Dormitory housing on campus for overnight campers
- Meals: All meals are provided for overnight campers. Lunch is provided for day campers.
- 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
INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY
- Ratio: 5:1 camper-to-coach ratio
- Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience
- Equipment Needed: All campers must bring a tennis racquet, tennis shoes, and a water bottle
- Facility: Campers will play at Snyder Tennis Courts
- Inclement Weather Plan: In the event of extreme heat/rain we will be advised to move indoors.
- Medical Protocol: UVA does have an athletic trainer on-site during camp. In case of an emergency, campers will be transported to the nearest hospital
UVA REQUIRED FORMS
In addition to US Sports Camps' online forms, the following forms are required to be completed. Please complete these forms and either bring them to camp on the first day or email them to us prior to camp ([email protected]).
- Release and Consent Form
- Sports Medicine Information Sheet
- Medication Authorization Form
HOUSING
- Dorm: University of Virginia - Fitzhugh House
- Dorm Address:
- Number of Campers per Room: 2 campers per room. Each dorm is suite style with 5 rooms with off the common area and shared bathroom. The is also a shared mini fridge in the common area.
- 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 Twin XL sheets or sleeping bag, blanket, towel, facecloth, and pillow
- Room Card: There will be a $25 charge for lost room cards
- Air Conditioning: The dorms do have A/C. Campers are still encouraged to bring a fan
EXTRAS
- Evening Activities: Sample evening activities include movies, swimming, games, charades, soccer, basketball, making s'mores, and walking to get ice cream.
- Weekend Stayover: Not available at this location
TRAVEL
Nike Tennis Camps do not provide transportation to/from camp from the airport, train stations, or bus depots. If you fly into camp, we recommend that you fly into Washington Dulles Airport, Richmond International, or Charlottesville Regional and schedule a shuttle from the airport to camp. You can arrange local shuttle transportation through:
- Dulles: www.metwashairports.com/dulles... International
- Groome Transportation: Shared ride, door-to-door, shuttle, and charter services at Richmond International Airport. Groome's offices are located on the lower level of the terminal building near the baggage claim area. To schedule travel with Groome Transportation, call 804-222-7222 or toll-free 1-800-552-7911 or www.groometransportation.com.
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!
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
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 (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)
COMPANY POLICIES
For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.
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.
Camps are open to any and all entrants, limited only by number, age, grade level, and/or gender.
Camp Code: TNXRVA
Sample Daily Schedule
- 7:30AM Depart for breakfast (OVERNIGHT CAMPERS)
- 7:45-8:30AM Breakfast (OVERNIGHT CAMPERS)
- 8:30AM Depart for Courts from Breakfast (OVERNIGHT CAMPERS)
- 9:00-11:30AM Morning Tennis Session (baseline footwork/groundstroke consistency/return of serve)
- 11:30AM-1:10PM Lunch/Break
- 1:10 Depart for Courts
- 1:30-4:00PM Afternoon Tennis Session (situational point play)
- 4:00PM Day campers check out at Snyder Tennis Courts!
- 5:15PM Depart for Dinner
- 5:30-6:30PM Dinner
- 7:00-8:30PM Evening Activities (tennis, basketball, soccer, volleyball, relax) at Snyder Tennis Center
- 8:00PM Depart back to dorms
- 8:30-9:30PM Free Time
- 9:45PM In your suites
- 10:00PM Everyone in dorm rooms and room check
- 10:30PM Lights out
Camp Reviews
Overall Average Rating Stars
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July 3, 2022: Got to play so much tennis!! Counselors were great role models and made the overnight stay fun.
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June 30, 2023: Sense of independence and bonding
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July 24, 2023: Location and reputation of program.
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July 24, 2023: my son had fun while developed skills
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June 26, 2023: Getting exposed to strong tennis players in similar age range.
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July 15, 2022: The away camp offered independence and repetition of skills training.
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June 30, 2023: Seamus enjoyed the fun drills and especially liked the competitive play
— Anonymous
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June 23, 2023: the amount of play time was excellent and the encouragement of the coaches
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July 16, 2022: Super nice counselors, fun, well run, nice kids, nice accommodations, good tennis
— Anonymous
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August 5, 2022: Meeting new friends, sleeping away from home while feeling safe, and enjoying a sport she loves.
— Anonymous
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July 21, 2023: Quality and reputation of the coached including high-level players and coaches such as Treat Huey.
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June 30, 2023: The whole experience was great, I really enjoyed meeting and playing with the campers and staff members.
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August 6, 2022: Great experience with the camp staff and the other campers; great facilities and well organized; made it fun for the kids
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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.
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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.
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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!
— Anonymous
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The coaches were friendly and experienced.
— Anonymous
Nike Tennis Camp at University of Virginia
Charlottesville, Virginia 22903
SECURE YOUR SPOT – CAMPS SELL OUT!
Last year over 650 Sports Camps sold out, leaving 7,000+ campers on the waitlist. Due to high demand, early registration for our first-come-first-serve camps is strongly recommended.
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