Nike Volleyball Camp at Macalester College

SECURE YOUR SPOT!

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

2024 SUMMER OVERVIEW

• Age Group: 10-18
• Gender: Girls
• Programs: All Skills, Advanced, Serving & Passing Clinic
• Camp Types: Half Day, Day, Extended Day (Commuter), Overnight (ages 14-18)
• Lunch: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch and dinner are provided for all Extended Day (commuter) campers. Lunch is not provided for Day campers.

*If your camper has specific allergies or dietary needs, please reach out to Camp Director, Mary Johnston, via email prior to camp

2024 SUMMER CAMP DATES

• July 1-2: All Skills | Day Camp
• July 12-14: Advanced | Overnight/Extended Day Camp
• July 15-18: All Skills | Day Camp
• July 19: Serving & Passing | Half Day Clinic
• 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 DAY CAMP SCHEDULE

• Session I: July 1-2, Monday-Tuesday
• Session II: July 15-18, Monday-Thursday
• Gender/Age: Girls, ages 10-18
• Daily Hours: 9:00am-3:00pm
• Check-In: 8:30am-9:00am on first day at the Leonard Athletic Center Gym
• Check-Out: 3:00pm everyday at the Leonard Athletic Center Gym
• Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a sack lunch each day.
• Program: This All Skills 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.

ADVANCED CAMP SCHEDULE

• Date: July 12-14, Friday-Sunday
• Gender/Age: Girls, ages 14-18/grades 9-12
• Check-in (Extended Day): 8:30am-9:00am on Friday at the Leonard Athletic Center
• Check-out (Extended Day): 9:00pm Saturday and Sunday at the Leonard Center, 3:30pm on Sunday at the Leonard Athletic Center
• Extended Day Schedule: 9:00am-9:00pm on Friday, 9:00am-9:00pm on Saturday, 9:00am-3:30pm on Sunday
• Check-in (Overnight): 8:00am-9:00am on Friday at the dorms
• Check-out (Overnight): 3:30pm on Sunday at the dorms
• Lunch: Lunch and dinner will be provided for Extended Day campers. All meals will be provided for Overnight campers.
• Program: This Advanced program is designed for experienced players with at least 2 years of competitive training. Campers will receive elite instruction that will elevate and refine their technique and take their skills to the next level. Recommended for high school and club players, ages 14-18. Campers will have leadership and guest speaker sessions focused on getting ready for college-level play.

SERVING & PASSING CLINIC

• Date: July 19, Friday
• Gender/Age: Girls, ages 10-18
• Daily Hours: 9:00am-12:00pm
• Check-In: 8:30am
• Check-Out: 12:00pm
• Program: This Serving & Passing Clinic is designed for players to improve the strength of their serve and effectiveness of passing. The serving portion of the clinic will focus on the various techniques of serving, along with improving consistency. The passing portion of the clinic will focus on various passing techniques for both front row and back row passers, as well as all-around ball control techniques for all positions. Recommended for all players and positions.

HOUSING (2024)

The information below is subject to change each year.

• Dorm Name: TBA
• Number of Campers Per Room: 2
• Roommates: Roommates are assigned by age and roommate requests to the best of the Camp Director's ability but please understand that rooms are assigned 2 to a room only. Roommates 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 an excellent opportunity to meet someone new!
• Room Key Deposits: Keys will be handed out at check-in and returned back at check-out. If you do not return your key, a fee of $100 charge will be charged to you.
• Bathrooms: Shared on floor
• Linens: Provided
• Air Conditioning: TBA

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.
• Day campers: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a sack lunch each day
• Supervision: Staff members reside in campers' quarters and participate in all activities.
• Camp T-shirt & Prizes: Campers attending a multi-day camp 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 ability, age, and experience.
• Equipment Needed: Players should supply their own knee pads and have at least one pair of well-broken-in volleyball (court) shoes. Campers do not need to bring their own balls.
• Facility: 6 Indoor courts
• A/C in Gym: Yes, all gyms have modern air conditioning
• 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.

CAMP DIRECTOR'S NOTE TO CAMPERS

"Thank you for choosing the Nike Camp at Macalester College. I really believe you get better at playing volleyball by playing volleyball. Our camp aims to help you improve individual skills but more importantly put you in game like situations as much as possible. We want to play as much as we can! I am looking forward to working with you!" -Mary Johnston

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
• Swimsuit & towel for pool
• 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.