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All Reviews about Nike 5meter Water Polo Camp at UC Santa Cruz

42 Reviews

  • I loved this camp because I was able to learn new techniques, built confidence, made new friends, and enjoy the college dorm experience.
  • My son (14) loved the instruction from the Olympic coach!
  • I loved this camp and would definitely recommend it to my teammates! Highlight of the camp was meeting Genai, I really enjoyed his attitude and instruction. Learning offense and defense for 2 meter defenders and learning 6 on 5 formations with throwing was also great.
  • Lovely environment, coaches really care about learning process. They teach the skills and techniques of the game very well. THey also help with strategy and understanding of the game.
  • Great instruction and staff!! They diagram on the white board different waterpolo plays which is helpful in a game setting.
  • It was my second year at UCSC and loved it. There are three sessions in the pool and Genai always gives great talks about the game and beyond. Like college and nutrition. It was my first year and I loved it. The coaches were really nice and helped me with my game. I definitely want to come back.
  • My 12 yr old son enjoyed so much the overnight camp. Made new friends and learned a lot of water polo skills. UC Santa Cruz has a very beautiful campus and his first dorm experience was positive. Will definitely return next year to improve his skills.
  • My son loved learning new skills through drills and learning different ways to position himself to receive the ball. He really enjoyed when skills were taught by being broken down and demonstrated on deck for all of the campers, as well as the focus on game awareness. Overall, a great camp.
  • They pay great attention to you as a group, they work on individual and team skills. They also made sure that while they pushed you hard, they didn't push you too far to the point of injuring ourselves - safety and skills are both goals. I plan to return every year.
  • Last summer when my daughter was 12, she attended the Nike Water polo day camp, she was one of the younger players, but it didn't matter - the kids and coaches were awesome, and she couldn't wait to go back each day. Megan begged to go back again this summer and had the same awesome experience - thanks for making this the highlight of her summer!!
  • July 1,2018: I would totally recommend this camp to anyone who is just starting water polo. Fundamentals are a main focus at this camp and I found that they made me a better player. The coaching staff was always there for the campers and always had a smile on their face. This was my first water polo camp and I really enjoyed it and I would definitely return.
  • This was our first camp...I liked that safety for the children was a high priority. I liked that Day One assigned each child to a partner and instructions were given about the rules associated with going to dining hall etc...Always in 2's I think the administrative and operational process was simple.
  • In this camp, great food, experienced instructors, and tons of great water polo are all there is to find. You learn many new tricks, and you perfect your techniques, whether you are an advanced player, or just learning to throw the ball. I definitely recommend this camp to Water Polo players of all levels.
  • Nike's Water Polo Camp was the highlight of my daughter's summer! Because she was only 12, we were a little nervous sending her to the overnight camp but the staff and counclers were so great, our apprehensions were gone the first day! She improved so much that her home coaches noticed a difference right away. I'd recommend this camp and we'll be back next year!
  • My son attended the camp at UC Santa Cruz, summer 2016. He is 12 years old and has been playing Water Polo for 6 years - competitively for 3 years. He found the camp very useful and inspiring. He loved meeting the Olympian players and found the whole experience very rewarding. He will be back next year - for sure. Thank you for a wonderful time.
  • The Nike Water Polo camp exceeded our expectations. My son mentioned that he worked hard during the four day camp but had fun each day. As a parent I listened to the Day One introductory speech by Genai and the closing discussion on Day Four. What stood out in both of these discussions were advice on Nutrition, advice on techniques to stay focused and to continue to improve individual athletic skills, goal setting for Academic and athletic achievement, Motivational life examples and techniques to use in everyday life, the struggles and triumph of sticking with a sport that can lead to success through perseverance and hard work. Additionally, keeping things real by having fun each day during camp. Good job Nike Water Polo camp and Genai for being a good Mentor to these young athletes.
  • July 1,2018: I would totally recommend this camp to anyone who is just starting water polo. Fundamentals are a main focus at this camp and I found that they made me a better player. The coaching staff was always there for the campers and always had a smile on their face. This was my first water polo camp and I really enjoyed it and I would definitely return.
  • The Nike Water Polo camp exceeded our expectations. My son mentioned that he worked hard during the four day camp but had fun each day. As a parent I listened to the Day One introductory speech by Genai and the closing discussion on Day Four. What stood out in both of these discussions were advice on Nutrition, advice on techniques to stay focused and to continue to improve individual athletic skills, goal setting for Academic and athletic achievement, Motivational life examples and techniques to use in everyday life, the struggles and triumph of sticking with a sport that can lead to success through perseverance and hard work. Additionally, keeping things real by having fun each day during camp. Good job Nike Water Polo camp and Genai for being a good Mentor to these young athletes.
  • My son attended the camp at UC Santa Cruz, summer 2016. He is 12 years old and has been playing Water Polo for 6 years - competitively for 3 years. He found the camp very useful and inspiring. He loved meeting the Olympian players and found the whole experience very rewarding. He will be back next year - for sure. Thank you for a wonderful time.
  • Nike's Water Polo Camp was the highlight of my daughter's summer! Because she was only 12, we were a little nervous sending her to the overnight camp but the staff and counclers were so great, our apprehensions were gone the first day! She improved so much that her home coaches noticed a difference right away. I'd recommend this camp and we'll be back next year!
  • Last summer when my daughter was 12, she attended the Nike Water polo day camp, she was one of the younger players, but it didn't matter - the kids and coaches were awesome, and she couldn't wait to go back each day. Megan begged to go back again this summer and had the same awesome experience - thanks for making this the highlight of her summer!!
  • They pay great attention to you as a group, they work on individual and team skills. They also made sure that while they pushed you hard, they didn't push you too far to the point of injuring ourselves - safety and skills are both goals. I plan to return every year.
  • My son loved learning new skills through drills and learning different ways to position himself to receive the ball. He really enjoyed when skills were taught by being broken down and demonstrated on deck for all of the campers, as well as the focus on game awareness. Overall, a great camp.
  • I loved this camp because I was able to learn new techniques, built confidence, made new friends, and enjoy the college dorm experience.
  • I loved this camp and would definitely recommend it to my teammates! Highlight of the camp was meeting Genai, I really enjoyed his attitude and instruction. Learning offense and defense for 2 meter defenders and learning 6 on 5 formations with throwing was also great.
  • Lovely environment, coaches really care about learning process. They teach the skills and techniques of the game very well. THey also help with strategy and understanding of the game.
  • Great instruction and staff!! They diagram on the white board different waterpolo plays which is helpful in a game setting.
  • It was my second year at UCSC and loved it. There are three sessions in the pool and Genai always gives great talks about the game and beyond. Like college and nutrition. It was my first year and I loved it. The coaches were really nice and helped me with my game. I definitely want to come back.
  • In this camp, great food, experienced instructors, and tons of great water polo are all there is to find. You learn many new tricks, and you perfect your techniques, whether you are an advanced player, or just learning to throw the ball. I definitely recommend this camp to Water Polo players of all levels.
  • This was our first camp...I liked that safety for the children was a high priority. I liked that Day One assigned each child to a partner and instructions were given about the rules associated with going to dining hall etc...Always in 2's I think the administrative and operational process was simple.
  • My 12 yr old son enjoyed so much the overnight camp. Made new friends and learned a lot of water polo skills. UC Santa Cruz has a very beautiful campus and his first dorm experience was positive. Will definitely return next year to improve his skills.
  • My child had a lot of fun. The counselors were friendly and helpful. He learned a lot of fundamental skills.
  • She had a lot of fun, made new friends and learned new skills.
  • Son improved on offense, he came home explaining what he learned
  • Genai! My kids loved learning from him, both because of his skills and because he made it fun.
  • My daughter loved the coaches- particularly their patience. She also made fantastic friends that supported one another.
  • Well worth it. My daughter loved the staff and especially learned a lot from the Olympian Genai Kerr. He was very inspirational!!
  • My daughter loved the drills and instruction...she definitely increased her sense of confidence in the pool and her skill level improved. She loved her head coach as well as the staff!
  • My daughter was apprehensive about going to camp because she had a not so good experience earlier in the summer. WOW, she was so impressed with the coaches, their kindness and instruction, and besides that, it was a whole ton of fun!!!! She can't wait to go back next year.
  • Well worth it. My daughter loved the staff and especially learned a lot from the Olympian Genai Kerr. He was very inspirational!!
  • My daughter loved the drills and instruction...she definitely increased her sense of confidence in the pool and her skill level improved. She loved her head coach as well as the staff!
  • My daughter was apprehensive about going to camp because she had a not so good experience earlier in the summer. WOW, she was so impressed with the coaches, their kindness and instruction, and besides that, it was a whole ton of fun!!!! She can't wait to go back next year.

Camp Overview

2026 Summer Camp Dates & Prices are Live!

The Nike 5meter Water Polo Camp at the University of California, Santa Cruz is designed to provide youth and high school water polo players with the fundamentals, latest drills, in-water scrimmages and position specific training (Divers, Shooters, Goalies and 2 Meter Offense & Defense) essential for improvement. Come join USA Water Polo Olympian Genai Kerr and get better this summer!

UC Santa Cruz is an easy drive from the Bay Area and beyond. The campus, defined by rolling meadows and towering redwoods, is a perfect environment for the Nike Water Polo Camp and has always been a camper favorite! Instruction will take place each day at the UC Santa Cruz pool.

Highlights Include

  • Position Specific Training for Divers, Shooters, Goalies and 2 Meter Offense & Defense
  • Directed by USA Olympians and College Coaches
  • TEAM DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE
  • Low camper to staff ratio and 24 hour supervision
  • Two daily water sessions; one daily dry-land session
  • Fun evening activities
  • Every camper receives a Nike Camp T-shirt

Camp Coaches

  • Genai Kerr Headshot

    Genai Kerr

    Camp Director

    Genai Kerr is a USA Water Polo Olympian, coach, mentor, and true ambassador of the sport. Genai was a member of the United States Men's National Water Polo Team for 12 years and played in the 2004 Athens Olympics, 2003 & 2007 Pan American Gold Medal games, and multiple World Championships.

    Genai Kerr Headshot

    Genai Kerr

    Camp Director

    He is one of the only athletes in history to compete internationally as a goalie and as a field player. Most recently he was named MVP of the 2012 US Open after he helped Newport Water Polo Foundation win the national championship. Genai has coached at every level, from age group to Division 1 college programs. Over the last 15 years he has run hundreds of camps and impacted thousands of lives.

    Surprisingly, Genai got involved in water polo by accident, following the whistles to what he thought was a basketball game and ended up at the pool. He excelled at both water polo and basketball at Coronado High School and received a water polo scholarship to UC Irvine to play under Coach Ted Newland. Genai went on to become a NCAA All-American in 1998 and 1999 and was awarded Big West Conference Male Scholar Athlete of the Year his senior year.

    Genai remains active in his community and has become a great role model for aspiring water polo players. He has been a US Ambassador for the USADA (U.S. Antidoping Agency) since 2003 promoting clean sports for young athletes. He was a founding faculty member of the Sage Hill School where he was the Dean of Students, taught art and physical education, and started the aquatic programs. Genai has also created several community outreach programs to help mentor children in lower income households.

    USA National Team

    • 2012 US Open, Irvine, California, 1st Place - MVP
    • 2010 Volvo Cup, Hungary, 3rd place
    • 2009 FINA World Championships, Rome, Italy, 4th place
    • 2009 FINA World League Super Final, Podgorica, Montenegro, 4th place
    • 2007 FINA World League Super Finals, Berlin, Germany 5th place
    • 2007 Pan American Games, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 1st place
    • 2007 FINA World Championships, Melbourne, Australia, 9th place
    • 2006 ASUA Cup, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 1st place
    • 2006 FINA World League Super Finals, Athens, Greece, 5th place
    • 2004 Olympic Games, Athens, Greece, 7th place
    • 2003 FINA World League Super Finals, New York, NY, 3rd place
    • 2003 Pan American Games, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, 1st place
    • 2003 FINA World Championships, Barcelona, Spain, 6th place
    • 2003 U.S. Cup, Stanford, CA, United States, 2nd place
    • 2002 FINA World Cup, Belgrade, Yugoslavia, 7th place
    • 2001 FINA World Championships, Fukuoka, Japan, 7th place
    • 2001 World Championships Qualifier, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, 1st place
    • 1998 First Appearance on the Men’s National Team, Long Beach, CA
    • 1995 Jr. North American Games, Calgary, Canada, 2nd place

    Water Polo Tips by Genai Kerr:

  • Blair macdougall mercyhurst headshot

    Blair MacDougall

    Camp Director

    Blair MacDougall enters his second season at Mercyhurst and his first as the head coach. He was previously the graduate assistant for the 2021-22 season before taking on the role of interim head coaching and helping lead the Women's Water Polo team to a record of 7-15.

    Blair macdougall mercyhurst headshot

    Blair MacDougall

    Camp Director

    MacDougall joined the coaching ranks in 2013 at UC Santa Cruz and helped the team win their second national title. He later joined the University of Central Florida in 2016 with his team being named the regular season champion and finishing runner-up in the Florida Division Championship. He was hired as the graduate assistant at Mercyhurst for the 2022-23 season and was named the interim head coach in the spring, helping the women to a 7-15 campaign, including a pair of wins over Gannon.

    Macdougall previously played for the University of California Santa Cruz from 2008-12, helping begin the program for the Banana Slugs for both genders. He helped the team to the DIII Collegiate Club Championship in 2010 with Macdougall playing a large role as he was named to the All-Tournament Second Team while also earning D III All-American Second Team honors.

  • Petar momcilovic water polo

    Petar Momcilovic

    Staff

    Peter Momcilovic will serve as an assistant coach for both the men's and women's programs at Brown University after having spent last season as the assistant coach for the men's and women's programs at LIU.

    Petar momcilovic water polo

    Petar Momcilovic

    Staff

    Last season at LIU, Momcilovic led the women's program to a 22-7 overall record and 10-2 record in conference play.

    Prior to LIU, Momcilovic served as the head coach for both programs at Mercyhurst during the 2022-23 season. Momcilovic was on the staff at Mercyhurst from 2018-20 as a graduate assistant.

    Momcilovic a native Serbian began coaching in London, United Kingdom, in 2011, and has coached at every level from the U12 age group to international competition. Before Mercyhurst, he was the Head Men's Water Polo Coach for Oxford University, where he led the team to their highest British University and College Sports conference finish (third place) and won the Southern BUCS for the first time.

Camp Details

SECURE YOUR SPOT!

*Please Note: Last year, camp sessions SOLD OUT at this location*. You can expect a high demand for these first-come-first-served camper spots, so please be sure to register early. This summer, Santa Cruz is offering two sessions of overnight with a day camp option (9:00am-4:00pm) for ages 14-18 and a day only camp option (9:00am-4:00pm) for ages 10-13. Upon arrival at camp, campers are placed in groups with other players having similar abilities and goals. Our camp staff will do their best to accommodate your needs, keeping in consideration your experience and desire to improve.

2026 OVERVIEW

  • Dates: June 22-25 (High School Girls), June 26-28 (Age Group) & June 29-July 2 (High School Boys). Join us this winter for the Nike 5meter Winter In The Tropics Water Polo Camp.
  • Gender: We will be running a girls only camp, a boys only camp and a youth coed camp this summer
  • Camp Type: Overnight, Day (commuter)
  • June 22 & June 29 - Check-In Overnight Camps:
    • Campers Check-in between 8:15am - 8:45am on the first day at Crown College Residence Hall - Galen. Day Campers check in at 9:00am each day at the Crown College Residence Hall - Galen.
  • June 25 & July 2 - Check-out Overnight Camps:
    • Camp concludes at 4:00pm at Crown College Residence Hall - Galen.
  • June 26-28 - Check-In/Check-out Day Camp:
    • Campers check in at 9:00am each day at the UCSC Pool except for the first day. Camp concludes at 4:00pm each day at UCSC Pool.
  • Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch is provided for all Day (commuter) campers
  • Program: The Skills Camp program is designed for youth and high school players (Ages 10-18). 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.

CAMP ADDRESS

UC Santa Cruz
1156 High Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95064

DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE

  • Team Discount: If five or more campers register together, each camper is eligible for a $25 discount. After all team members have successfully registered, contact us to receive a $25 refund per camper.

GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL CAMP CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT

Check-in Monday, June 22nd
Overnight Campers Check-in between 8:15am - 8:45am on the first day at Crown College Residence Hall - Galen. Day Campers check in at 9:00am each day at Crown College Residence Hall - Galen.

Check-out Thursday, June 25th
Camp concludes at 4:00pm at Crown College Residence Hall - Galen

COED YOUTH CAMP CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT

Check-in Friday, June 26th
Campers check in at 9:00am each day at the UCSC Pool. Lunch is included each day.

Check-out Sunday, June 28th
Camp concludes each day at 4:00pm at the UCSC Pool.

BOYS HIGH SCHOOL CAMP CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT

Check-in Monday, June 29th
Overnight Campers Check-in between 8:15am - 8:45am on the first day at Crown College Residence Hall - Galen. Day Campers check in at 9:00am each day at Crown College Residence Hall - Galen.

Check-out Thursday, July 2nd
Camp concludes at 4:00pm at Crown College Residence Hall - Galen

2026 HOUSING

  • Dorm: Crown College Residence Hall - Galen
  • Number of Campers Per Room: 2 per room
  • 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!
  • Bathrooms: Shared
  • Linens: Not included. Bring linens or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase, and a towel.
  • Air Conditioning: No - dorms do not have A/C

SUPERVISION
The staff reside in the dormitories with the campers and participate in all activities. Drugs, alcohol and tobacco are strictly prohibited, and constitute, along with general misconduct, grounds for dismissal from camp without a refund.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?

  • Instruction: Morning, afternoon, and evening training sessions
  • Overnight campers: Dormitory housing on campus and all meals are provided.
  • Day campers: Lunch is 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 Water Polo 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, and towel(s)
  • Facility: UC Santa Cruz Pool
  • 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.

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!

OVERNIGHT CAMPERS

Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment, and personal items. US Sports Camps is NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles or money.

Checklist of things to bring:

  • Weather appropriate clothing
  • Dryland training Gear (running shoes, t-shirt, athletic shorts, sweatshirt)
  • Backpack
  • 2-3 Water Polo Suits
  • Swim Cap(s)
  • Towels
  • Hat or Visor
  • Sunglasses
  • Sandals/flip flops
  • Water Bottle
  • Sunscreen
  • Spending Money ($50)
  • Linens (twin sheets & blankets or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase)
  • Pajamas
  • Bath Towel
  • Toiletries
  • Fan - dorms do not have AC
  • Signed Health & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)

DAY CAMPERS

Checklist of Things to Bring: We recommend that all Day Campers bring a daily pack with the following items: water polo suit, swim cap, goggles, towel, sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, sandals, water bottle, dry land gear (running shoes, t-shirt, athletic shorts, sweatshirt) and any other appropriate clothing for that day’s activities which will be described to you on the first day of camp.

Camp Schedule & Meals

  • Day 1: Day Campers should arrive dressed and ready to play. You will be assigned a counselor and given a complete schedule of all events during the week. Day Campers stay until 4:00pm. Lunch is provided.
  • Day 2: Day Camper Hours – 9:00am-4:00pm. Lunch is provided.
  • Day 3: Day Camper Hours - 9:00am-4:00pm. Check-out is immediately after the camp concludes. Lunch is 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.

OVERNIGHT CAMP AMENITIES

• 2 nights lodging • All meals
• Nightly recreational activities
• Nike Camp T-shirt

DAY CAMP AMENITIES

• Nike Camp T-shirt

Sample Daily Schedule

7:30 AM Breakfast

8:45 AM Extended Day and Day Campers Arrive

9:00 AM Camp Meeting

9:15 AM Dynamic Water Polo Dryland Warm Up

9:45 AM Pool Session 1

12:30 PM Lunch

1:45 PM Pool Session 2

4:00 PM Day Campers Depart

5:00 PM Dinner

6:30 PM Pool Session 3 or Optional Grass Field Games

7:30 PM Extended Day Camers Depart

8:00 PM Supervised free time in Dorm

10:00 PM Lights out!

Uc Santa Cruz Pool Faciltiy Nike Swim Camp

UC Santa Cruz

Campers will train each day at the UC Santa Cruz pool and reside on one of the most beautiful college campus in the country with it's ocean views, comfortable dormitories, and an excellent dining hall. Santa Cruz is located at the top of the Monterey Bay on the Central California coast, just south of San Francisco. Getting here is easy since several major highways run to Santa Cruz and the San Francisco, San Jose, and Monterey International Airports are all nearby.

WHAT FAMILIES SAY ABOUT Nike 5meter Water Polo Camp at UC Santa Cruz

42 Reviews

  • I loved this camp because I was able to learn new techniques, built confidence, made new friends, and enjoy the college dorm experience.
  • My son (14) loved the instruction from the Olympic coach!
  • I loved this camp and would definitely recommend it to my teammates! Highlight of the camp was meeting Genai, I really enjoyed his attitude and instruction. Learning offense and defense for 2 meter defenders and learning 6 on 5 formations with throwing was also great.
  • Lovely environment, coaches really care about learning process. They teach the skills and techniques of the game very well. THey also help with strategy and understanding of the game.
  • Great instruction and staff!! They diagram on the white board different waterpolo plays which is helpful in a game setting.
  • It was my second year at UCSC and loved it. There are three sessions in the pool and Genai always gives great talks about the game and beyond. Like college and nutrition. It was my first year and I loved it. The coaches were really nice and helped me with my game. I definitely want to come back.
  • My 12 yr old son enjoyed so much the overnight camp. Made new friends and learned a lot of water polo skills. UC Santa Cruz has a very beautiful campus and his first dorm experience was positive. Will definitely return next year to improve his skills.
  • My son loved learning new skills through drills and learning different ways to position himself to receive the ball. He really enjoyed when skills were taught by being broken down and demonstrated on deck for all of the campers, as well as the focus on game awareness. Overall, a great camp.
  • They pay great attention to you as a group, they work on individual and team skills. They also made sure that while they pushed you hard, they didn't push you too far to the point of injuring ourselves - safety and skills are both goals. I plan to return every year.
  • Last summer when my daughter was 12, she attended the Nike Water polo day camp, she was one of the younger players, but it didn't matter - the kids and coaches were awesome, and she couldn't wait to go back each day. Megan begged to go back again this summer and had the same awesome experience - thanks for making this the highlight of her summer!!
  • July 1,2018: I would totally recommend this camp to anyone who is just starting water polo. Fundamentals are a main focus at this camp and I found that they made me a better player. The coaching staff was always there for the campers and always had a smile on their face. This was my first water polo camp and I really enjoyed it and I would definitely return.
  • This was our first camp...I liked that safety for the children was a high priority. I liked that Day One assigned each child to a partner and instructions were given about the rules associated with going to dining hall etc...Always in 2's I think the administrative and operational process was simple.
  • In this camp, great food, experienced instructors, and tons of great water polo are all there is to find. You learn many new tricks, and you perfect your techniques, whether you are an advanced player, or just learning to throw the ball. I definitely recommend this camp to Water Polo players of all levels.
  • Nike's Water Polo Camp was the highlight of my daughter's summer! Because she was only 12, we were a little nervous sending her to the overnight camp but the staff and counclers were so great, our apprehensions were gone the first day! She improved so much that her home coaches noticed a difference right away. I'd recommend this camp and we'll be back next year!
  • My son attended the camp at UC Santa Cruz, summer 2016. He is 12 years old and has been playing Water Polo for 6 years - competitively for 3 years. He found the camp very useful and inspiring. He loved meeting the Olympian players and found the whole experience very rewarding. He will be back next year - for sure. Thank you for a wonderful time.
  • The Nike Water Polo camp exceeded our expectations. My son mentioned that he worked hard during the four day camp but had fun each day. As a parent I listened to the Day One introductory speech by Genai and the closing discussion on Day Four. What stood out in both of these discussions were advice on Nutrition, advice on techniques to stay focused and to continue to improve individual athletic skills, goal setting for Academic and athletic achievement, Motivational life examples and techniques to use in everyday life, the struggles and triumph of sticking with a sport that can lead to success through perseverance and hard work. Additionally, keeping things real by having fun each day during camp. Good job Nike Water Polo camp and Genai for being a good Mentor to these young athletes.
  • July 1,2018: I would totally recommend this camp to anyone who is just starting water polo. Fundamentals are a main focus at this camp and I found that they made me a better player. The coaching staff was always there for the campers and always had a smile on their face. This was my first water polo camp and I really enjoyed it and I would definitely return.
  • The Nike Water Polo camp exceeded our expectations. My son mentioned that he worked hard during the four day camp but had fun each day. As a parent I listened to the Day One introductory speech by Genai and the closing discussion on Day Four. What stood out in both of these discussions were advice on Nutrition, advice on techniques to stay focused and to continue to improve individual athletic skills, goal setting for Academic and athletic achievement, Motivational life examples and techniques to use in everyday life, the struggles and triumph of sticking with a sport that can lead to success through perseverance and hard work. Additionally, keeping things real by having fun each day during camp. Good job Nike Water Polo camp and Genai for being a good Mentor to these young athletes.
  • My son attended the camp at UC Santa Cruz, summer 2016. He is 12 years old and has been playing Water Polo for 6 years - competitively for 3 years. He found the camp very useful and inspiring. He loved meeting the Olympian players and found the whole experience very rewarding. He will be back next year - for sure. Thank you for a wonderful time.
  • Nike's Water Polo Camp was the highlight of my daughter's summer! Because she was only 12, we were a little nervous sending her to the overnight camp but the staff and counclers were so great, our apprehensions were gone the first day! She improved so much that her home coaches noticed a difference right away. I'd recommend this camp and we'll be back next year!
  • Last summer when my daughter was 12, she attended the Nike Water polo day camp, she was one of the younger players, but it didn't matter - the kids and coaches were awesome, and she couldn't wait to go back each day. Megan begged to go back again this summer and had the same awesome experience - thanks for making this the highlight of her summer!!
  • They pay great attention to you as a group, they work on individual and team skills. They also made sure that while they pushed you hard, they didn't push you too far to the point of injuring ourselves - safety and skills are both goals. I plan to return every year.
  • My son loved learning new skills through drills and learning different ways to position himself to receive the ball. He really enjoyed when skills were taught by being broken down and demonstrated on deck for all of the campers, as well as the focus on game awareness. Overall, a great camp.
  • I loved this camp because I was able to learn new techniques, built confidence, made new friends, and enjoy the college dorm experience.
  • I loved this camp and would definitely recommend it to my teammates! Highlight of the camp was meeting Genai, I really enjoyed his attitude and instruction. Learning offense and defense for 2 meter defenders and learning 6 on 5 formations with throwing was also great.
  • Lovely environment, coaches really care about learning process. They teach the skills and techniques of the game very well. THey also help with strategy and understanding of the game.
  • Great instruction and staff!! They diagram on the white board different waterpolo plays which is helpful in a game setting.
  • It was my second year at UCSC and loved it. There are three sessions in the pool and Genai always gives great talks about the game and beyond. Like college and nutrition. It was my first year and I loved it. The coaches were really nice and helped me with my game. I definitely want to come back.
  • In this camp, great food, experienced instructors, and tons of great water polo are all there is to find. You learn many new tricks, and you perfect your techniques, whether you are an advanced player, or just learning to throw the ball. I definitely recommend this camp to Water Polo players of all levels.
  • This was our first camp...I liked that safety for the children was a high priority. I liked that Day One assigned each child to a partner and instructions were given about the rules associated with going to dining hall etc...Always in 2's I think the administrative and operational process was simple.
  • My 12 yr old son enjoyed so much the overnight camp. Made new friends and learned a lot of water polo skills. UC Santa Cruz has a very beautiful campus and his first dorm experience was positive. Will definitely return next year to improve his skills.
  • My child had a lot of fun. The counselors were friendly and helpful. He learned a lot of fundamental skills.
  • She had a lot of fun, made new friends and learned new skills.
  • Son improved on offense, he came home explaining what he learned
  • Genai! My kids loved learning from him, both because of his skills and because he made it fun.
  • My daughter loved the coaches- particularly their patience. She also made fantastic friends that supported one another.
  • Well worth it. My daughter loved the staff and especially learned a lot from the Olympian Genai Kerr. He was very inspirational!!
  • My daughter loved the drills and instruction...she definitely increased her sense of confidence in the pool and her skill level improved. She loved her head coach as well as the staff!
  • My daughter was apprehensive about going to camp because she had a not so good experience earlier in the summer. WOW, she was so impressed with the coaches, their kindness and instruction, and besides that, it was a whole ton of fun!!!! She can't wait to go back next year.
  • Well worth it. My daughter loved the staff and especially learned a lot from the Olympian Genai Kerr. He was very inspirational!!
  • My daughter loved the drills and instruction...she definitely increased her sense of confidence in the pool and her skill level improved. She loved her head coach as well as the staff!
  • My daughter was apprehensive about going to camp because she had a not so good experience earlier in the summer. WOW, she was so impressed with the coaches, their kindness and instruction, and besides that, it was a whole ton of fun!!!! She can't wait to go back next year.

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