Nike Volleyball Camp at UC Santa Cruz

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Please note: Camp sessions SOLD OUT in 2023. You can expect high demand for these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early.

2024 OVERVIEW

• Dates: 2024 Dates Coming Soon. Join Priority List!
• New! Due to popular demand, we've extended all camp sessions. Our 2023 camps are all 4 nights & 5 days long!
• Age Group: 10-18
• Gender: Girls & Boys
• Programs: All Skills & Advanced
• Camp Types: Overnight & Extended Day (Commuter)
• Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch and dinner are provided for all Extended Day (commuter) campers.
• Extra Activities: All camps include a movie night, campus tour!

2023 CAMP DATES & TRAINING FACILITIES

• June 26-30: All Skills, Girls, Grass & Sand Training
• July 5-9: All Skills, Girls & Boys, Indoor and Sand Training
• July 10-14: All Skills, Girls, Indoor & Sand Training
• July 17-21: Advanced, Girls, Indoor & Sand Training
• July 24-28: All Skills, Girls & Boys, Indoor, Grass & Sand Training

Attend multiple sessions! We encourage campers to maximize their camp experience by attending multiple camp sessions! Each program delivers something unique to help players excel in all areas of the game.

CAMP OPTIONS

Please note: Camp schedules and details may be subject to change. Upon arrival, all participants are evaluated by the staff and placed into groups based on age and ability level.

ALL SKILLS CAMP I (GIRLS)

• Dates: June 26-30 (M-F)
• Training Facilities: Primarily grass court training with sand court rotations
• Gender/Ages: Girls (ages 10-18/grades 5-12)
• Check-in: 1:00pm-2:30pm on Monday at the dorm
• Check-out: 12:30-1:30pm on Friday at the dorm
• Extended Day Camp Schedule: 2:30pm-9:00pm Monday, 8:00am-9:00pm Tuesday-Thursday, 8:00am-12:30pm Friday
• Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch and dinner are provided for all Extended Day (commuter) campers.
• Program: This All Skills program is geared towards players, ages 10-18, of all abilities. This program is designed to improve the fundamental skills needed for volleyball; passing, setting, serving, attacking, blocking, and individual defense. Campers can expect instruction on offensive and defensive skills through team play.
• Extra Activities: Movie Night, Campus Tour & Talent Show

ALL SKILLS CAMP II (GIRLS & BOYS)

• Dates: July 5-9 (W-Su)
• Training Facilities: Primarily indoor training with sand court rotations
• Gender/Ages: Girls (ages 10-18/grades 5-12) & Boys (ages 10-15/grades 5-9)
• Check-in: 1:00pm-2:30pm on Wednesday at the dorm
• Check-out: 12:30-1:30pm on Sunday at the dorm
• Extended Day Camp Schedule: 2:30pm-9:00pm Wednesday, 8:00am-9:00pm Day Thursday-Saturday, 8:00am-12:30pm Sunday
• Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch and dinner are provided for all Extended Day (commuter) campers.
• Program: This All Skills program is geared towards players, ages 10-18, of all abilities. This program is designed to improve the fundamental skills needed for volleyball; passing, setting, serving, attacking, blocking, and individual defense. Campers can expect instruction on offensive and defensive skills through team play.
• Extra Activities: Movie Night, Campus Tour & Talent Show

ALL SKILLS CAMP III (GIRLS)

• Dates: July 10-14 (M-F)
• Training Facilities: Primarily indoor training with sand court rotations
• Gender/Ages: Girls (ages 10-18/grades 5-12)
• Check-in: 1:00pm-2:30pm on Monday at the dorm
• Check-out: 12:30-1:30pm on Friday at the dorm
• Extended Day Camp Schedule: 2:30pm-9:00pm Monday, 8:00am-9:00pm Tuesday-Thursday, 8:00am-12:30pm Friday
• Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch and dinner are provided for all Extended Day (commuter) campers.
• Program: This All Skills program is geared towards players, ages 10-18, of all abilities. This program is designed to improve the fundamental skills needed for volleyball; passing, setting, serving, attacking, blocking, and individual defense. Campers can expect instruction on offensive and defensive skills through team play.
• Extra Activities: Movie Night, Campus Tour & Talent Show

ADVANCED CAMP (GIRLS)

• Dates: July 17-21 (M-F)
• Training Facilities: Primarily indoor training with sand court rotations
• Gender/Ages: Girls (ages 14-18/grades 9-12)
  
• Check-in: 1:00pm-2:30pm on Monday at the dorm
• Check-out: 12:30-1:30pm on Friday at the dorm
• Extended Day Camp Schedule: 2:30pm-9:00pm Monday, 8:00am-9:00pm Tuesday-Thursday, 8:00am-12:30pm Friday
• Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch and dinner are provided for all Extended Day (commuter) campers.
• Program: This Advanced program is geared toward high school and club-level players (ages 14-18/grades 9-12) with 2-3 years of competitive experience. This intense, challenging program stresses position play, advanced team techniques, physical conditioning, and a higher level of competitive play. Campers will receive elite instruction that will elevate and refine their technique and take their skills to the next level.
• Extra Activities: Movie Night, Campus Tour & Talent

ALL SKILLS CAMP IV (GIRLS & BOYS)

• Dates: July 24-28 (M-F)
• Training Facilities: Primarily indoor and grass court training with sand court rotations
• Gender/Ages: Girls (ages 10-18/grades 5-12) & Boys (ages 10-15/grades 5-9)
• Check-in: 1:00pm-2:30pm on Monday at the dorm
• Check-out: 12:30-1:30pm on Friday at the dorm
• Extended Day Camp Schedule: 2:30pm-9:00pm Monday, 8:00am-9:00pm Tuesday-Thursday, 8:00am-12:30pm Friday
• Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch and dinner are provided for all Extended Day (commuter) campers.
• Program: This All Skills program is geared towards players, ages 10-18, of all abilities. This program is designed to improve the fundamental skills needed for volleyball; passing, setting, serving, attacking, blocking, and individual defense. Campers can expect instruction on offensive and defensive skills through team play.
• Extra Activities: Movie Night, Campus Tour & Talent Show

HOUSING (2023)

The information below is subject to change each year.

• Dorm Name:
  • June 26-30: Stevenson College Dorms
  • July 5-9: Oakes College Dorms
  • July 10-14: Oakes College Dorms
  • July 17-21: Oakes College Dorms
  • July 24-28: Stevenson College Dorms
    
• Number of Campers Per Room: 3-4 per room, some singles may be available
• Roommates: Roommate assignments will be shared upon camp check-in. 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!
• Bathrooms: Shared on floor
• Linens: Not included. Bring linens or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase, and a towel.
• Air Conditioning: No A/C. Campers can bring fans.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?

• Instruction: Morning, afternoon and evening training sessions
• Overnight campers: Dormitory housing on campus and all meals are provided.
• Extended Day campers: Lunch and dinner are provided.
• Supervision: Staff members reside in campers’ quarters and participate in all activities.
• Camp T-shirt & Prizes: Campers at multi-day camps will receive a Nike Volleyball Camps t-shirt and prizes. *1-day clinics excluded.
• Volleyballs: Volleyballs are provided for instruction during camp. Campers may purchase a Camp Volleyball at the time of registration, which will be given out on the last day of camp. Fun tip: Have your camp friends sign your ball before you leave!

INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY

• Ratio: 1:10 staff-to-camper ratio
• Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience.
• Equipment Needed: Players should supply their own kneepads and have at least one pair of well-broken-in volleyball (court) shoes. Campers do not need to bring their own balls.
• Facility: Indoor courts, sand courts, and grass courts
• A/C in Gym: Yes
• 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.

OTHER IMPORTANT CAMP INFORMATION:

• LOST ROOM KEY & MEAL CARDS: Unless otherwise specified on your camp webpage, we do not require a room key or meal card deposit. However, if you do not return your key or meal card on the last day of camp, you will be responsible for all replacement charges from the host facility. US Sports Camps will charge the camper credit card on file for all costs due.
• SPENDING MONEY: We recommend $50 a week for spending money. Please do not bring a pre-written check. Camp pictures are available to purchase for $10.

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.

ALL CAMPERS (OVERNIGHT & COMMUTERS):

• Athletic training clothes (t-shirts, shorts)
• Indoor volleyball shoes, well broken-in
• Outdoor athletic shoes
• Knee pads
• Water bottle
• Sunscreen
• Snacks
• Small gym bag/backpack
• Packed lunch (if required for commuters)
• Spending money
• COVID PPE (as required by state/local guidelines)
• 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, shirts, sweatshirts, 1 pair/day)
• Undergarments (1-2 pair/day)
• Pajamas
• Bathrobe
• Flip flops
• Laundry bag
• Toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, bodywash, facewash, hairbrush, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, etc.)
• Personal items & medications
• Eye mask, ear plugs (optional)
• Washcloth and bath towel
• Alarm clock
• Fan (optional)
• Bed sheets (if linens not provided)
• Comforter or sleeping bag (if linens not provided)
• Pillow and pillowcase (if linens not provided)

TRANSPORTATION

Transportation is not provided. Campers are responsible for getting to and from camp on their own. There is no supervision before or after camp hours so please make arrangements to pick up your child on time.

COMPANY POLICIES

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

NIKE VOLLEYBALL CAMP FAQ

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

TEAM DISCOUNT

If you have a group of eight or more campers registering for the same camp, each camper is eligible for a discount. Please have someone contact the US Sports Camps office at 1-800-645-3226 with the names of each camper in the group and we will create a unique discount code for your group. Campers may then register individually through the website at their convenience and apply the offer code during check out. *Discount amount varies by program. Please call for details.

SCHOLARSHIPS

We cannot offer scholarships due to NCAA regulations. Our affiliation with NCAA coaches and schools puts us in a position where any scholarship money can be seen as an inducement to a future collegiate athlete. This puts our coaches and our host universities in jeopardy of damaging their status with the NCAA and incurring penalties at the hands of their organizing body.

Camps are open to any and all entrants, limited only by number, age, grade level and/or gender.

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