Come Join Us In August!
US Sports Camps and the Cal Women’s Water Polo Coach, Lance Morrison, are excited to team up this summer 2024 to offer a two day training opportunity in June and August open to age group and high school level players ages 10-18.
The Cal Water Polo Camp will cover all facets of the game and progress from core fundamentals to advanced techniques over the four days. Similar to a collegiate-level practice, the camp will also include dry-land strength and conditioning, video review and discussions on goal setting and nutrition.
All Cal Sports Camps are open to any and all entrants. For your safety and benefit, we recommend you choose a camp that fits your level of development. All events are subject to change based on NCAA restrictions. Due to high demand and limited capacity, prices are subject to increase as camp exceeds 25%/50%/75% capacity.
Highlights Include
- Instruction by Cal Women's Water Polo coaching staff and current players
- Skills Camp for Girls Ages 10-18
- Low camper to instructor ratio
- Shooting, drive defense, defending center, pressure passing, and other important skill sets
- Video analysis and Goal Setting sessions
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Camp Coaches
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Assistant Coach Lance Morrison
Lance Morrison is in his second season as an assistant coach for the Cal women's water polo program.
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Assistant Coach Iosefa Tuiasau
After spending the last two years as an assistant coach for the Pacific men’s and women’s water polo programs, Sefa returns to his alma mater where he joins his former head coach Kirk Everist as the newest member of the three-time defending champs’ coaching staff.
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Camp Details
This summer, Cal is offering two sessions of day camp for ages 10-18. Participants are strongly encouraged to have 2+ years of experience. Our goal is to engage and inspire each player at camp and to instill positive character traits such as confidence, self-motivation, and a passion for the sport.
2024 OVERVIEW
- Dates: June 1-2, August 10-11
- Gender: Girls
- Camp Type: Day Camp
- Schedule: Saturday 8:30am-3:30pm & Sunday 8:30am-2:30pm
- Check-In: 8:00am-8:30am
- Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a packed lunch.
- Program: The Skills Camp program is designed for age group and high school players (Ages 8-18). This program focuses on advanced skills, position specific training for divers, shooters, goalies and 2 meter offense & defense, team concepts and an overall intense level of competition. Campers also have the opportunity to compete daily in games against each other.
- Age Group: 10-18
CAMP ADDRESS
Spieker Aquatics Complex (June 1-2)
2301 Bancroft Way
Berkeley, CA 94704
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Legends Aquatic Center (August 10-11)
2214 Bancroft Way
Berkeley, CA 94704
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PARKING
Parking is available in the RSF Parking Garage and metered street parking. Please be aware of parking restrictions.
SESSION I: CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT CAMP
Saturday, June 1st to Sunday, June 2nd
- Check-in: will take place between 8:00-8:30am at Spieker Aquatics Complex (Spieker pool entrance is located off Speiker Plaza near the corner of Dana Street and Bancroft Way).
- Check-out: camp ends at 3:30pm on Saturday and 2:30pm on Sunday.
There is no supervision before or after camp hours so please make arrangements to drop off and pick up your child on time.
SESSION II: CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT CAMP
Saturday, August 10th to Sunday, August 11th
- Check-in: will take place between 8:00-8:30am at Legends Aquatic Center.
- Check-out: camp ends at 3:30pm on Saturday and 2:30pm on Sunday.
There is no supervision before or after camp hours so please make arrangements to drop off and pick up your child on time.
MEALS
Lunch is NOT provided each day. Please bring a healthy lunch and snacks each day.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: Morning and afternoon training sessions
- Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours.
- Camp T-shirt & Prizes: Campers will receive a Cal Camps t-shirt and prizes.
INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY
- Ratio: 1:10 staff-to-camper ratio
- Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience.
- Equipment Needed: Please bring your water polo suit, swim cap, googles and towel(s)
- Facility: Spieker Aquatics Complex (June 1-2) | Legends Aquatic Center (August 10-11)
- 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.
Instruction will emphasize:
- Shooting, drive defense, defending center, pressure passing, and other important skill sets.
- Goal Setting sessions
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.
Items:
- Dryland Training Gear (running shoes, t-shirt, athletic shorts, sweatshirt)
- Warm jacket and sweats (for possible fog during morning training sessions)
- Backpack
- Water Polo Suit (zipper)
- Rubber Caps
- Googles
- 2 x Towels
- Hat or Visor
- Sandals/Flip Flops
- Water Bottle
- Sunscreen
- Healthy Lunch and Snacks each day
- University of California Release Form (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
- Signed Health & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
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.
Show Less See More Camp DetailsDISCOUNTS AVAILABLE
TEAM DISCOUNT: If eight or more campers register together, each camper is eligible for a $20 discount. Please have a team contact reach out directly to the USSC office at 1-800-645-3226 to receive a discount code to identify your group and to provide us with a list of names. Campers may then register through the website at their convenience and apply the coupon code during check-out.
TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Due to University and NCAA Policies, we are not allowed to offer any transportation to and from camps. The airport closest to the Berkeley campus is Oakland International The camp is not allowed to offer any transportation to and from camps. The airport closest to the Berkeley campus is Oakland International Airport; San Francisco International Airport is also within a reasonable distance. Campers are responsible for their own transportation to and from camp.
CAMP LODGING - NO HOUSING PROVIDED
RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT BERKELEY
2121 Center St
Berkeley, CA 94704
Website: marriott.com/hotels/travel/oakrr-residence-inn-berkeley/
Main: 510-982-2100
THE CLAREMONT HOTEL
41 Tunnel Rd
Berkeley, CA 94705
Website: claremontresort.com/1-800-257-7544
Main: 510-843-3000
HOTEL DURANT
2600 Durant Ave
Berkeley, CA 94704
Website: hoteldurantberkeley.com/1-800-238-7268
Hotel Main: 510-845-8981
DOUBLE TREE BY HILTON HOTEL BERKELEY MARINA
200 Marina Boulevard
Berkeley, CA 94710
Website: doubletree3.hilton.com/1-855-845-6550
Hotel Main: 510-548-7920
LEGENDS AQUATICS CENTER
Campers will train each day at UC Berkeley's Legends Aquatics Center, one of the newest and finest outdoor facilities in the United States. The main entrance to Legends Aquatic Center is on Bancroft Ave, one block down from Spieker Pool and RSF. Parking is available in the RSF Garage located on Bancroft or metered street parking.
SPIEKER AQUATICS COMPLEX
The Spieker Aquatics Complex is located on Bancroft Way, between Dana St. and Ellsworth St. Upon your arrival, campers are placed in groups with other swimmers that have similiar abilities and goals. Our camp staff will do their best to accommodate your needs, keeping in consideration your experience and desire to improve.
Camp Reviews
Overall Average Rating Stars
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August 7, 2023: My daughter had a fantastic experience at the camp. The coaching staff were amazing! Thank you!
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May 22, 2023: Learning from coaches and other campers.
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May 22, 2023: Learning new skills & some of the psychology of the game.
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May 23, 2023: Practicing with the coach, assistant coaches, and Cal players.
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August 7, 2023: My daughter enjoyed learning all that the coaches had to offer her.
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May 22, 2023: Meeting the Goalie coaches and scrimmaging with the College players.
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August 7, 2023: Emme had a lot of fun with her friends and thought the coaches were great!
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May 22, 2023: It was extremely fun, while enabling the athletes to build on their skills.
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May 22, 2023: Meeting the goalies from so many other teams and finding a goalie coach I trusted.
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May 22, 2023: Getting feedback from the college girls on my individual performance during stations and scrimmages.
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August 7, 2023: She said that she appreciated the opportunity for reflection and discussion. She valued the teaching on mindset.
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August 7, 2023: She felt she learned something new, met some nice players from other teams, liked the coaches and the Cal players working the camp.
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August 14, 2023: Charlotte came home her first day and couldn't stop talking about all the new skills she learned. She loved everything about it.
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August 7, 2023: Finley loved that all the coaches knew her name. They were very encouraging and gave great feedback. She loved that current Cal players were helping coach, too.
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May 22, 2023: My daughter had time to have a one-on-one talk with the Cal coach about what it takes to play at a high level. It was very motivating and a big confidence boost.
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May 22, 2023: Being selected to play against the college players. Having the college players in the water. Having a girls only camp. My daughter learned more during this camp than ODP training. She felt it was more valuable.
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The coaches were great
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Cal Girls Water Polo Summer Camp
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Berkeley, California 94720
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Camp Dates & Prices
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