Nike Swim Camp at Fairfield University
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Come join Assistant Swimming & Diving Coach for Fairfield University, Savanna Best, for the Nike Swim Camp at Fairfield University! Coach Best and her staff will focus on providing a well-rounded and balanced camp experience that teaches swimmers the necessary skills to enjoy a lifetime of success in swimming.
Fairfield University is situated on a beautiful, 200-acre campus with picturesque views of the Long Island Sound and located just one hour from New York City. Both sessions are expected to sell out quickly so we encourage you to register early!
The Nike Swim Camp at Fairfield 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
- 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 Savanna Best
Savanna Best is currently the Assistant Swimming & Diving Coach for Fairfield University Men’s & Women’s Teams and is the assistant coach for Fairfield Aquatics Club Team.
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Camp Details
SECURE YOUR SPOT!
You can expect a high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early. Campers train each day in the eight-lane, 25-meter Alumni Pool. Located in the University’s Leslie C. Quick RecPlex, the Aquatics Center is the home of the Stags swimming and diving programs.
2024 OVERVIEW DAY CAMP
- Dates: Session I - June 24-27; Session II - July 8-11
- Age Group: 8-17
- Gender: Coed
- Camp Type: Day Camp
- Schedule: 9:00am-4:00pm, Monday-Thursday
- Check-In: 8:30am at the Leslie C. Quick RecPlex
- 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 at least 50 meters in all four competitive strokes: fly, back, breast and freestyle.
CAMP ADDRESS
Fairfield University
Leslie C. Quick RecPlex
Loyola Drive
Fairfield, CT 06824
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CAMP CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT
Check-in: Monday, June 24th (Session I) and July 8th (Session II)
- Check-in Monday between 8:30am - 9:00am at the Leslie C. Quick RecPlex.
Check-out: Thursday, June 27th (Session I) and July 11th (Session II)
- There will be a brief closing ceremony at 4:00pm at the pool. ALL CAMPERS must depart immediately following the closing ceremony.
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. Please bring a packed lunch.
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 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: Fairfield University Aquatics Center Alumni 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!
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:
- Healthy Snacks each day
- Dryland training Gear (running shoes, t-shirt, athletic shorts, sweatshirt)
- Backpack
- Swimsuit
- Swim Cap(s)
- Goggles
- Towel
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- Hat or Visor
- Sunglasses
- Sandals/flip flops
- Signed Heath & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
The State of Connecticut requires a copy of camp participants’ most recent physical and record of immunizations, shots, etc., in addition to the US Sports Camps health and release form.
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.
DAY CAMP AMENITIES
• Nike Camp T-shirt & Nike Swim Cap
• Camp hours: MON-THURS 9AM-4PM
• Lunch is not provided. Please bring a packed lunch.
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
- 8:50 am Day Campers arrive, stretch
- 9:00 am Opening Comments and Discussion
- 9:15 am Pool Session 1
- 11:00 am Dry Land and Flexibility Exercises
- Noon Lunch, rest and free time
- 2:00 pm Pool Session 2
- 4:00 pm Day campers depart
Fairfield University
Located in the New England region of the United States, Fairfield University is situated on a pastoral campus offering scenic views of Long Island Sound. Rolling hills, sprawling lawns, picturesque ponds, and bucolic wooded areas make it a setting ideal for camp.
Camp Questions & Answers
How are swimmers grouped at camp?
Upon arrival at Fairfield, 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
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July 21, 2023: Lauren playing with the girls who were more experienced. Playing up definitely improved her skills!
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July 1, 2022: Lots of drills to work on different strokes, got tips and corrections to improve strokes.
— Anonymous
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July 3, 2023: Even with a large amount of campers, instructors were still able to help each camper.
— Anonymous
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July 2, 2023: Everything, camaraderie, love of sport, friends made
— Anonymous
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July 2, 2023: My daughter learned a new skill everyday.
— Anonymous
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July 2, 2023: Working on each stroke .
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July 2, 2023: Day by day stroke work
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July 4, 2023: Lunch with team, relays
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He really enjoyed interacting with coaches and college players.
— Anonymous
SECURE YOUR SPOT – CAMPS SELL OUT!
Last year over 650 Sports Camps sold out, leaving 7,000+ campers on the waitlist. Due to high demand, early registration for our first-come-first-serve camps is strongly recommended.