Nike Swim Camp at Lawrence University
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2024 DATES AND PRICES NOW AVAILABLE!
USSC is proud to offer our 8th Nike Swim Camp in Wisconsin at Lawrence University with Head Swim Coach Andrew Fleek. Designed for competitive swimmers to improve and refine their stroke technique our goal at the Nike Swim Camp is to teach the things that will make the biggest difference to your performance.
The 84-acre campus is located in downtown Appleton, divided into two parts by the Fox River. The academic campus is on the north shore of the river, and the major athletic facilities are on the southeast shore. Campers train each day in the 40 meter swimming pool in the Buchanan Kiewit Wellness Center. Camp will be limited to 50 campers per session so we encourage you to register soon!
The Nike Swim Camp at Lawrence University is open to any and all entrants. For your safety and benefit, we recommend you have competitive swimming experience (e.g. U.S.S. age group, national qualifiers, high school swimmers, or summer league swimmers) and can swim at least 50 meters in all four competitive strokes: fly, back, breast and freestyle.
Highlights Include
- Stroke technique refinement for competitive swimming
- Low camper to staff ratio
- Small group and individual stroke analysis/instruction
- Fun evening social activities
- Every camper receives a Nike Camp T-shirt and Nike Swim Cap
- Every camper is eligible to receive merit-based prizes during camp
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director Andrew Fleek
Andrew Fleek took over the Lawrence University swimming and diving teams for the 2008-09 season. Fleek was named the head coach in April 2008.
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Assistant Coach Annie Showalter
Annie Showalter joined the Lawrence University swimming and diving coach staff in July 2022.
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Camp Details
This summer, Lawrence University is offering three sessions of camp for ages 9-18. Upon arrival at camp, campers are placed in groups with other swimmers 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.
2024 OVERVIEW OVERNIGHT CAMP
- Dates: July 7-11
- Age Group: 11-18
- Gender: Coed
- Camp Type: Overnight, Extended Day (commuter)
- Check-in: Overnight Campers: Check-in Sunday between 1:00-2:00pm at Warch Campus Center. Overnight campers stay in Sage Hall right next to the Warch Campus Center. Extended Day Campers: Check-in Sunday between 1:30-2:00pm at Warch Campus Center.
- Check-out: A closing ceremony will take place at the Warch Campus Center at 11:30am on Thursday. Extended Day Campers will be picked up at the pool immediately following the closing ceremony. Overnight campers check-out from the dorm immediate following.
- Day Schedule: SUN 2PM-8PM, MON-WED 9AM-8PM, THURS 9AM-12PM **Times subject to change
- Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch and dinner are provided for all Extended Day (commuter) campers.
- Program: During the Stroke Technique program swimmers will receive detailed instruction on technique in all four competitive strokes, as well as starts, turns, and relay exchanges. Each camper will be instructed in small groups with other swimmers of similar skill level by the camp director, coaches, and counselors. Campers should be able to swim 100 yards without stopping and at least 25 yards of freestyle and breaststroke.
2024 OVERVIEW DAY CAMP
- Dates: June 17-20
- Age Group: 9-18
- Gender: Coed
- Camp Type: Day Camp
- Schedule: 9:00am-4:00pm, Monday-Thursday
- Check-In: between 8:30-9:00am at the Buchanan Kiewit Wellness Center.
- Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a packed lunch.
- Program: During the Stroke Technique program swimmers will receive detailed instruction on technique in all four competitive strokes, as well as starts, turns, and relay exchanges. Each camper will be instructed in small groups with other swimmers of similar skill level by the camp director, coaches, and counselors. Campers should be able to swim 100 yards without stopping and at least 25 yards of freestyle and breaststroke.
PRE-SEASON TUNE UP
- Dates: Saturday, August 3rd 2024
- Age Group: 13-18
- Gender: Coed
- Camp Type: Half-Day
- Check-in: ALL CAMPERS check-in between 8:30am-9:00am on Saturday.
- Check-out: ALL CAMPERS check out at 12:00pm.
- Hours: 9:00AM-12:00PM
- Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a filled water bottle with you.
- Program: This program is a a tune-up for the upcoming high school or short course season focusing on starts, turns, underwaters, transitions, and finishes.
CAMP ADDRESS
Lawrence University
Buchanan Kiewit Wellness Center - Day Campers
525 E College Ave
Appleton, WI 54911
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Warch Campus Center - Overnight Campers
711 E Boldt Way
Appleton, Wisconsin 54911
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CHECK-IN OVERNIGHT CAMP
Sunday, July 7th
- Overnight Campers: Check-in Sunday between 1:00-2:00pm at Warch Campus Center. Overnight campers stay in Sage Hall right next to the Warch Campus Center.
- Extended Day Campers: Check-in Sunday between 1:30-2:00pm at Warch Campus Center.
- Camp will begin with an orientation at 2:00pm and parents are welcome to attend.
CHECK-OUT OVERNIGHT CAMP
Thursday, July 11th
- A closing ceremony will take place at the Warch Campus Center at 11:30am on Thursday. Extended Day Campers will be picked up at the pool immediately following the closing ceremony. Overnight campers check-out from the dorm immediate following.
Session I - CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT DAY CAMP
Monday, June 17th thru Thursday, June 20th
- Check-in Day 1: between 8:30-9:00am at the Buchanan Kiewit Wellness Center.
- Check in Day 2, 3 & 4: between 8:45-9:00am parents can drop their campers off at the U-Shaped driveway on Law St. between buildings 26 and 27 on the attached map.
- Check-out: 4:00pm each day.
2024 HOUSING
- Dorm: Sage Hall
- 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 - Please bring a fan
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 - OVERNIGHT CAMP?
- 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 for all Extended Day (commuter) campers.
- 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 Swim Camps t-shirt and prizes.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE - DAY CAMP?
- Instruction: Morning and afternoon training sessions
- Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours.
- Camp T-shirt & Prizes: Campers will receive a Nike Swim 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 swimsuit, swim cap, googles and towel(s)
- Facility: Buchanan Kiewit Wellness Center
- 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 (July 7-11)
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 for 4 nights/5 days
- Dryland training Gear (running shoes, t-shirt, athletic shorts, sweatshirt)
- Backpack
- 2-3 Swimsuits
- Swim Cap(s)
- Goggles
- Towel
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- Hat or Visor
- Sunglasses
- Sandals/flip flops
- Spending Money ($25-50)
- Linens (twin XL sheets & blankets or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase)
- Pajamas
- Bath Towel
- Toiletries
- Snorkel (optional)
- Fan - dorms do not have AC
- Signed Heath & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
EXTENDED DAY CAMPERS (July 7-11)
Checklist of Things to Bring: We recommend that all Extended Day Campers bring a daily pack with the following items: swimsuit, 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:
- Sunday: Extended Day Campers should arrive dressed and ready to swim. You will be assigned a counselor and given a complete schedule of all events during the week. Extended Day Campers stay until 8:00pm. Dinner is provided.
- Monday-Wednesday: Extended Day Camper Hours – 9:00am-8:00pm. Lunch and dinner is provided.
- Thursday: Extended Day Camper Hours - 9:00am-11:30am. Check-out is immediately after the camp concludes.
DAY CAMPERS (JUNE 17-20)
LIST OF ITEMS TO BRING: Swimsuit(s), Swim Goggles, Swim cap(s), Towels (2), T-shirts, Shorts, Water Bottle, Running Shoes, Jacket, Lunch each day
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 SWIM CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our swim camps please see our FAQ page.
OVERNIGHT CAMP AMENITIES
• 4 nights lodging • All meals
• Nightly recreational activities
• Nike Camp T-shirt & Nike Swim Cap
EXTENDED DAY CAMP AMENITIES
• Lunch & dinner
• Nightly recreational activities
• Nike Camp T-shirt & Nike Swim Cap
• Camp hours: SUN 2PM-8PM, MON-WED 9AM-8PM, THURS 9AM-12PM **Times subject to change
DAY CAMP A MENITIES
• Nike Camp T-shirt & Nike Swim Cap
• Camp hours: MON-THURS 9AM-4PM **Times subject to change
DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE
TEAM DISCOUNT: If five or more campers register together, each camper is eligible for a $25 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. Campers may then register through the website at their convenience and apply the coupon code during check-out.
Sample Daily Schedule
- 7:30 AM Breakfast (overnighters)
- 8:50 AM Day Campers arrive, stretch
- 9:00 AM Opening Comments and Discussion
- 9:15 AM Pool Session 1
- Noon Lunch
- 1:00 PM Rest/Supervised Free Time
- 2:00 PM Pool Session 2
- 4:00 PM Campers Depart
- 5:00 PM Dinner
- 6:30 PM Pool Session 3 or Evening Activities
- 8:00 PM Extended Day Campers depart
- 9:30 PM Supervised free time in Dorm
- 10:00 PM Lights out!
Lawrence University
Founded in 1847 on the banks of the Fox River, before Wisconsin even became a state, Lawrence University was established on the principle of providing education to all. The 84-acre campus is located in downtown Appleton, divided into two parts by the Fox River. The academic campus is on the north shore of the river, and the major athletic facilities (including the 5000-seat Banta Bowl) are on the southeast shore.
Camp Questions & Answers
How are swimmers grouped at camp?
Upon arrival at Lawrence, campers are placed in groups with other swimmers 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.
Camp Reviews
Overall Average Rating Stars
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June 22, 2023: I loved the optional practice and getting to race some of the college kids. I also enjoyed the nightly free time in the dorms, which allowed us to bond with the other campers.
— Anonymous
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June 22, 2023: Being with my friends, making memories and improving my skills significantly all at the same time.
— Anonymous
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June 23, 2023: The giveaways that each swimmer gets and a chance to be recognized for hard work during camp.
— Anonymous
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June 24, 2022: My son had a great time at camp. In addition to learning new skills, he made new friends.
— Anonymous
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June 17, 2022: Our daughter came home every day so excited to tell us what she learned
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June 25, 2023: Away from home experience and technical training with video taping
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June 22, 2023: Meeting new people and getting new technique advice
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June 23, 2023: Meeting new friends and the drill sessions
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June 22, 2023: Staying in dorms and having my freedom
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July 14, 2023: making friends and improving technique
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June 22, 2023: Hanging out with fellow swimmers
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June 27, 2023: Making new friends at camp.
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June 22, 2023: They drills and the food
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June 23, 2023: Underwater filming
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June 26, 2023: meeting new people
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He enjoys every moment!
— Anonymous
Nike Swim Camp at Lawrence University
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