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All Reviews about Nike Track & Field Camp at UC Santa Barbara

33 Reviews

  • Coach Boothe did a great job customizing the intensity of the workouts without making my child feel singled out.
  • The Nike Cross Country Camp at UC Santa Cruz was the perfect balance of intense training and great fun. Coach Boothe was very inspiring and encouraged me to push myself to acheive my absolute best. I can't wait to come back next year and improve my skills even more. Thank you so much for everything!
  • I loved meeting other runner and running with them! It was really fun all the time but we still had rigorous workouts and fantastic clinics!
  • The highlight was when we went to wilder park and ran right near the beach and then went to the beach afterwards because this was such a relaxing run and a fun time at the beach. She loved learning about the different places they ran and what they learned about becoming a better runner all around.
  • I loved running nice trails with more experienced kids. The coaches were very friendly and knowledgeable.
  • This is a stellar camp, 10/10 would run again
  • Owen really liked his counselor and he said he learned a lot about stretching he needs to do for various runs.
  • Eli loved running on the trails in the forest and by the ocean with a friendly group of teens and energetic staff
  • Nike Running Camps at UC Santa Cruz supports experienced runners as well as newer runners who may be just getting introduced to the sport. Coach Boothe was very informative, the location was great, and there was lots of training. Friendly environment!
  • My daughter loved this camp. The trails were amazing and the staff was super helpful and friendly. She also made a lot of like-minded friends.
  • Coach Boothe did a great job customizing the intensity of the workouts without making my child feel singled out.
  • The Nike Cross Country Camp at UC Santa Cruz was the perfect balance of intense training and great fun. Coach Boothe was very inspiring and encouraged me to push myself to acheive my absolute best. I can't wait to come back next year and improve my skills even more. Thank you so much for everything!
  • I loved meeting other runner and running with them! It was really fun all the time but we still had rigorous workouts and fantastic clinics!
  • The highlight was when we went to wilder park and ran right near the beach and then went to the beach afterwards because this was such a relaxing run and a fun time at the beach. She loved learning about the different places they ran and what they learned about becoming a better runner all around.
  • My daughter loved this camp. The trails were amazing and the staff was super helpful and friendly. She also made a lot of like-minded friends.
  • Nike Running Camps at UC Santa Cruz supports experienced runners as well as newer runners who may be just getting introduced to the sport. Coach Boothe was very informative, the location was great, and there was lots of training. Friendly environment!
  • Eli loved running on the trails in the forest and by the ocean with a friendly group of teens and energetic staff
  • Owen really liked his counselor and he said he learned a lot about stretching he needs to do for various runs.
  • This is a stellar camp, 10/10 would run again
  • I loved running nice trails with more experienced kids. The coaches were very friendly and knowledgeable.
  • Focusing on the details that aren't usually gone over in practice
  • Awesome instruction on proper running technique to decrease my workload and great pointers on proper warm-up -- lots of great info to share with my coach at home.
  • My daughter really enjoyed getting to meet so many people that were positive and excited about running. The coaches and counselors were all super enthusiastic and my daughter really loved them all. The camp curriculum is fantastic.
  • A definite highlight was getting to know the Head Coach David Klech so well. He is enthusiastic, experienced and has a wealth of knowledge. He got to know Gaby so well as an individual, that he was able to recite her time goals for upcoming xcountry and track seasons.
  • Provided a complete running experience, including conditioning, racing strategy, and increasing love of the sport.
  • The camp was fun in a beautiful area to run. I enjoyed being with other runners, enjoyed free time with other campers. Loved the positive and inclusive attitude of the camp staff.
  • A definite highlight was getting to know the Head Coach David Klech so well. He is enthusiastic, experienced and has a wealth of knowledge. He got to know Gaby so well as an individual, that he was able to recite her time goals for upcoming xcountry and track seasons.
  • Awesome instruction on proper running technique to decrease my workload and great pointers on proper warm-up -- lots of great info to share with my coach at home.
  • My daughter really enjoyed getting to meet so many people that were positive and excited about running. The coaches and counselors were all super enthusiastic and my daughter really loved them all. The camp curriculum is fantastic.
  • Provided a complete running experience, including conditioning, racing strategy, and increasing love of the sport.
  • The camp was fun in a beautiful area to run. I enjoyed being with other runners, enjoyed free time with other campers. Loved the positive and inclusive attitude of the camp staff.
  • Would like more clinics like Nutrition, Recovery Session (i.e. rollers), Sports Psychology - getting over the psychological obstacle, Race Day Preparation. Stuff like that.
  • Would like more clinics like Nutrition, Recovery Session (i.e. rollers), Sports Psychology - getting over the psychological obstacle, Race Day Preparation. Stuff like that.

Camp Overview

2026 DATES ARE LIVE, REGISTER TODAY!

Nike Track & Field Camps is excited to return to University of California, Santa Barbara in 2026! Register today and enjoy elite-level training while making memories to last a lifetime. The camp offers a unique opportunity to train under the direction of college coaches and current and former collegiate athletes who serve as counselors. The camp is open to athletes ages 10-17.

Overnight Camp

Our overnight camp at UCSB offers an immersive, on-campus experience where campers reside in the beautiful Manzanita Village dormitories (which has many rooms with views of the Pacific Ocean) in adjacent rooms to the camp staff while training during the daytime hours. The tuition includes housing, meals, fun evening activities, as well as college recruiting seminars on Tuesday evening (parents are encouraged to attend the seminars!).

Day Camp (9:00am – 4:00pm)

Nike Track & Field Camps also offers a summer day camp program for athletes who do not wish to stay overnight. This program runs 9:00am-4:00pm each day and includes daytime training only. Campers can bring their own lunch or purchase on campus.

Nike Sports Camp Experience

At UC Santa Barbara, Nike Sports Camps offers a unique experience with many sports (Cross Country, Golf, Softball, Swim, Tennis, and Track & Field) operating simultaneously. During the day, the athletes receive sport-specific coaching within their sport focus. In the evening, overnight campers across all sports come together for a special camp-wide experience which includes fun field games, educational seminars, and more.

The Nike Track & Field Camp at University of California Santa Barbara is open to any and all entrants and limited only by number, age and gender. Athletic facilities and coaches are subject to change. The camp is not owned, sponsored, controlled or endorsed by University of California Santa Barbara.

Highlights Include

  • Instruction from passionate coaches and current and former student athletes
  • Low camper to coach ratio
  • Morning and afternoon training sessions each day
  • Fun field games and other evening activities (overnight program only)
  • Panel-style evening seminars covering important topics within collegiate athletics

All campers receive a Nike Camp T-shirt and have an opportunity to win prizes (based on merit)

Camp Coaches

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    Westy McQueen

    Camp Administrator

    Westy McQueen is the owner and camp director for Next Athletes, operator of the Nike Sports Camps at Boise State University and Westminster University. Westy has over 10 years of experience operating youth programs and has designed the Next Athletes programs with the purpose of providing a truly memorable, sport development experience for each child. Westy is a Positive Coaching Alliance certified coach, Level II U.S. Kids Golf Certified Coach, and specializes in a variety of sports including tennis, volleyball, soccer, golf, and football.

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    Amber Williams

    Track & Field Director

    Amber Williams serves as the head men’s track & field coach at Pomona-Pitzer and serves as a support staff member for Next Athletes.

    Amber Williams Headshot

    Amber Williams

    Track & Field Director

    Amber Williams joined Pomona-Pitzer in the fall of 2023 as the Men's Cross Country and Track & Field Coach.

    During her inaugural season with the Sagehens, Williams led the Sagehens to the 2023 NCAA National Championship claiming their third title in the last four years. Along the way, Williams claimed the NCAA West Regional Title, SCIAC Championship and earned USTFCCCA Division III Coach of the Year honors.

    Williams took over the men's programs at Pomona-Pitzer after spending her last season as the Assistant Coach for Sprints, Hurdles and Relays for Columbia University. Williams helped Columbia to a fifth-place finish on both the men’s and women’s side at the Ivy League Outdoor Track & Field Championship including top finishes in the 100m, 200m and second team conference honors in the 400m and 4x400m run.

    Williams previously spent two seasons at the helm of the Cleveland State Women’s Track & Field program and four seasons with Colgate following a four-year stint at Ball State University.

    Her time at Cleveland State was successful as she coached Anna Brandt to a Horizon League Outdoor championship in the 800m, and she had eight student athletes set 12 school records, to go along with the 4x400m Relay team’s Indoor school record.

    Prior to her time at Cleveland State, Williams spent four seasons with Colgate following a four-year stint at Ball State University.

    During her time with the Raiders, Williams was responsible for all aspects of the cross country and track and field programs, leading six student-athletes to set nine program records. Throughout Williams’ tenure, the Raiders have also been successful in the classroom, as the women’s cross country and track and field teams earned the 2017 Colgate Women’s Team Academic Excellence Award, and four student-athletes have been named Patriot League All-Academic selections.

    Prior to her three seasons leading the program, Williams spent one year as the assistant men’s and women’s track and field coach at Colgate.

    Williams got her start in collegiate coaching as an assistant at Ball State – her alma mater – spending four years as the sprints, hurdles and horizontal jumps coach. During her time on the sidelines, Williams guided Thekla Lorenz to the 2012 Mid-American Heptathlon title, helping her become the first-ever Cardinal to claim MAC championships in both the Pentathlon and Heptathlon events.

    As a Division I student-athlete herself, Williams captured eight Mid-American Conference titles, was named the Mid-American Conference MVP three times and finished her career as the Ball State record holder in the 60 Meter Hurdles and 100 Meter Hurdles. Williams was also a two-time All-MAC selection, and advanced to the 2007 NCAA Outdoor Championships and 2009 NCAA Indoor Championships.

    As an NCAA All-American and Olympic Trials Qualifier, Williams was inducted into the Ball State University Athletics Hall of Fame in February of 2019, becoming just the third member of the women’s track and field team to earn the distinction.

    A native of Fort Wayne, Ind., Williams graduated with a Bachelor of General Studies with a concentration in Psychology from Ball State in 2009 and went on to earn a Master of Sport Science from the United States Sports Academy in 2013.

Camp Details

CAMP INFO:

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

GENERAL CAMP INFO:

  • Camp Dates: July 6-9, 2026 (Mon-Thurs)
  • Ages: 10-17
  • Gender: Coed
  • Options: Day Camp (9:00am-4:00pm) & Overnight Camp
  • First Day Check-In: Please use the campus map if you have any questions.
  • Last Day Check-Out: 4:00pm on Thursday at Las Encinas Quad
  • Meals: Meals are provided for overnight campers only. Day campers are required to bring their own lunch each day.
  • Apparel: All campers should arrive at check-in dressed in their athletic apparel and ready to train.

OVERNIGHT CAMP

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.

  • Check-in: On the first day of camp, check-in will be between 7:30-8:00am.
  • Check-in Location: Las Encinas Quad
  • Check out: On the last day of camp, check-out is at 4:00pm at Las Encinas Quad.
  • Meals: Day 1: Lunch, Dinner | Days 2-3: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Day 4: Breakfast, Lunch

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

  • Dorm: Manzanita Village Residence Hall
  • 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: Not included. Bring linens (Twin XL) or a sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase, and a towel.
  • Air Conditioning: None. The dormitories at UCSB are located directly in front of the ocean and tend to stay cool. Campers are welcome to bring a small fan.
  • Room Key Deposit: $60

DAY CAMP (9:00AM – 4:00PM)

This camp offers a day camp program for campers who do not wish to stay overnight. This option includes instruction and daytime activities only.

  • Day Camper Drop-Off (Monday): 8:15-8:45am at Las Encinas Quad
  • Day Camper Drop-Off (Tue-Thurs): 8:45-9:00am at Las Encinas Quad
  • Day Camper Pick-Up (Every Day): 4:00pm at Las Encinas Quad
  • Parking: Parents can use the UCSB Parking Structure 22 for all drop-offs and pick-ups. UCSB charges by hour or by day for parking. Parents can pay at the kiosk at the parking structure.
  • Meals: Lunches are not provided for day campers.

PARENT/CAMPER SEMINARS

Both campers and parents are invited to join us for educational seminars on Tuesday evening. The location and schedule will be announced prior to camp. Seminar topics will include college recruiting, expectations of a collegiate athlete, how to choose the right school, and more. We also offer opportunities for Q&A with each panel of coaches.

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.

DAY CAMPERS:

  • Running or athletic shoes
  • Extra athletic clothing
  • 1-2 pairs of broken-in running shoes/event spikes
  • Non-running shoes
  • Packed lunch/snacks
  • Water bottle
  • Sunblock
  • Small gym bag/backpack
  • Any other appropriate clothing for that day’s activities which will be described to you on the first day of camp

OVERNIGHT CAMPERS ONLY:

  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Running or athletic shoes
  • Swimsuit! Campers and staff often go to the beach below the dorms in the evening
  • 1-2 pairs of broken-in running shoes/event spikes
  • Non-running shoes
  • Water bottle
  • Sunblock
  • Small gym bag/backpack
  • Pajamas/Sleepwear
  • Backpack
  • Swimsuit and easily identifiable towel
  • Flip flops
  • Toiletries
  • Bath towel
  • Hat or Visor
  • Sunglasses
  • Please label all luggage and athletic equipment with an easily identifiable tag which has the camper’s full name and contact info
  • Room Key Deposit of $60 (please bring a check made out to “Next Athletes, LLC” on the first day of camp).

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.

TRAVEL

Nike Sports Camps does not provide transportation from airports, train stations or bus depots. If you have a child flying to camp, please arrange a shuttle or taxi service.

TEAM/GROUP DISCOUNT

If you have a team or group of 5 or more campers registering for the same camp, each camper may be eligible for a discount. To receive the group discount, please have someone email US Sports Camps at [email protected] with the following information: Camp name, list of camper names, and the number of campers. We will respond with a unique discount code for everyone in the group to use during online registration. *Note: Discount amounts vary by program, so please reach out for more details.

COMPANY POLICIES

For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.

CANCELLATION DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER

In the event a camp day is cancelled or camp hours are adjusted due to inclement weather, we will make every effort to provide make-up time. If make-up time is not possible, no refund will be issued for the first cancelled day or any shortened hours. If additional full days are cancelled and cannot be rescheduled, a pro-rated camp credit voucher will be issued for each cancelled day beyond the first.

NIKE RUNNING CAMP FAQ

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

WHAT FAMILIES SAY ABOUT Nike Track & Field Camp at UC Santa Barbara

33 Reviews

  • Coach Boothe did a great job customizing the intensity of the workouts without making my child feel singled out.
  • The Nike Cross Country Camp at UC Santa Cruz was the perfect balance of intense training and great fun. Coach Boothe was very inspiring and encouraged me to push myself to acheive my absolute best. I can't wait to come back next year and improve my skills even more. Thank you so much for everything!
  • I loved meeting other runner and running with them! It was really fun all the time but we still had rigorous workouts and fantastic clinics!
  • The highlight was when we went to wilder park and ran right near the beach and then went to the beach afterwards because this was such a relaxing run and a fun time at the beach. She loved learning about the different places they ran and what they learned about becoming a better runner all around.
  • I loved running nice trails with more experienced kids. The coaches were very friendly and knowledgeable.
  • This is a stellar camp, 10/10 would run again
  • Owen really liked his counselor and he said he learned a lot about stretching he needs to do for various runs.
  • Eli loved running on the trails in the forest and by the ocean with a friendly group of teens and energetic staff
  • Nike Running Camps at UC Santa Cruz supports experienced runners as well as newer runners who may be just getting introduced to the sport. Coach Boothe was very informative, the location was great, and there was lots of training. Friendly environment!
  • My daughter loved this camp. The trails were amazing and the staff was super helpful and friendly. She also made a lot of like-minded friends.
  • Coach Boothe did a great job customizing the intensity of the workouts without making my child feel singled out.
  • The Nike Cross Country Camp at UC Santa Cruz was the perfect balance of intense training and great fun. Coach Boothe was very inspiring and encouraged me to push myself to acheive my absolute best. I can't wait to come back next year and improve my skills even more. Thank you so much for everything!
  • I loved meeting other runner and running with them! It was really fun all the time but we still had rigorous workouts and fantastic clinics!
  • The highlight was when we went to wilder park and ran right near the beach and then went to the beach afterwards because this was such a relaxing run and a fun time at the beach. She loved learning about the different places they ran and what they learned about becoming a better runner all around.
  • My daughter loved this camp. The trails were amazing and the staff was super helpful and friendly. She also made a lot of like-minded friends.
  • Nike Running Camps at UC Santa Cruz supports experienced runners as well as newer runners who may be just getting introduced to the sport. Coach Boothe was very informative, the location was great, and there was lots of training. Friendly environment!
  • Eli loved running on the trails in the forest and by the ocean with a friendly group of teens and energetic staff
  • Owen really liked his counselor and he said he learned a lot about stretching he needs to do for various runs.
  • This is a stellar camp, 10/10 would run again
  • I loved running nice trails with more experienced kids. The coaches were very friendly and knowledgeable.
  • Focusing on the details that aren't usually gone over in practice
  • Awesome instruction on proper running technique to decrease my workload and great pointers on proper warm-up -- lots of great info to share with my coach at home.
  • My daughter really enjoyed getting to meet so many people that were positive and excited about running. The coaches and counselors were all super enthusiastic and my daughter really loved them all. The camp curriculum is fantastic.
  • A definite highlight was getting to know the Head Coach David Klech so well. He is enthusiastic, experienced and has a wealth of knowledge. He got to know Gaby so well as an individual, that he was able to recite her time goals for upcoming xcountry and track seasons.
  • Provided a complete running experience, including conditioning, racing strategy, and increasing love of the sport.
  • The camp was fun in a beautiful area to run. I enjoyed being with other runners, enjoyed free time with other campers. Loved the positive and inclusive attitude of the camp staff.
  • A definite highlight was getting to know the Head Coach David Klech so well. He is enthusiastic, experienced and has a wealth of knowledge. He got to know Gaby so well as an individual, that he was able to recite her time goals for upcoming xcountry and track seasons.
  • Awesome instruction on proper running technique to decrease my workload and great pointers on proper warm-up -- lots of great info to share with my coach at home.
  • My daughter really enjoyed getting to meet so many people that were positive and excited about running. The coaches and counselors were all super enthusiastic and my daughter really loved them all. The camp curriculum is fantastic.
  • Provided a complete running experience, including conditioning, racing strategy, and increasing love of the sport.
  • The camp was fun in a beautiful area to run. I enjoyed being with other runners, enjoyed free time with other campers. Loved the positive and inclusive attitude of the camp staff.
  • Would like more clinics like Nutrition, Recovery Session (i.e. rollers), Sports Psychology - getting over the psychological obstacle, Race Day Preparation. Stuff like that.
  • Would like more clinics like Nutrition, Recovery Session (i.e. rollers), Sports Psychology - getting over the psychological obstacle, Race Day Preparation. Stuff like that.

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