Nike Tennis Camp (Amherst) at Mount Holyoke College - All Skills Program

2024 CAMP DATES

• June 16-21
• June 23-28
• June 30-July 3
• July 7-12
• July 14-19
• July 21-26 (High School Only | Ages 13-18)
• July 28-August 2 (High School Only | Ages 13-18)

GENERAL CAMP PROGRAM

Most sessions are geared towards players of all ages and ability levels with certain sessions offering tournament training and high school programs. Upon arrival, all participants are evaluated by the staff so that their own instructional needs can be addressed throughout the week.

Overnight, Extended Day (9:00am-9:00pm) and Day (9:00am-5:00pm) camp options are offered for boys and girls, ages 8-18. All sessions below are for the All Skills or High School Program.

If you are interested in our Tournament Training Camp or our two-week Tournament Challenge Camp, you can view the information here: Nike Tennis Camp at Mount Holyoke - Tournament Programs.

• All Skills Program: The All Skills program is designed for tennis players of any skill level and background. Campers will learn fundamentals and improve upon their game.
• High School Session: The High School Program is provided for players ages 13-18 at all levels up to and including advanced tournament players.

CAMP SCHEDULE

• Overnight Camper Check-in: Sunday from 1:00pm-2:00pm at Rockefeller Dorms. See the 'Housing' section for directions.
• Extended Day & Day Camper Check-in: Sunday between 1:30pm-2:00pm at the dorms. Mandelle Hall. See the 'Housing' section for directions.
• Check-out: Graduation for all campers is at 12:00 noon on Friday at the dorms. Parents are invited to attend! Check-out immediately follows graduation.
• Extended Day Camp Program: Sunday 1:30pm-9:00pm, Monday-Thursday 9:00am-9:00pm, Friday 9:00am-12:00pm
• Day Camp Program: Sunday 1:30pm-9:00pm, Monday-Thursday 9:00am-5:00pm, Friday 9:00am-12:00pm

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?

• Instruction: Daily tennis training, morning and afternoon sessions
• Overnight campers: Dormitory housing on campus and all meals are provided
• Meals: Overnight campers: all meals are provided. Extended Day campers: Dinner on Sunday, Lunch & Dinner Monday-Thursday. Day campers: Dinner on Sunday, Lunch Monday-Thursday.
• Supervision: Staff members reside in rooms strategically placed throughout the dorm to provide optimal supervision and participate in all activities
• Camp T-shirt & Prizes: All campers receive a Nike Tennis Camps t-shirt and prizes

INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, & FACILITY

• Ratio: 5:1 camper-to-coach ratio
• Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience
• Equipment Needed: All campers must bring a tennis racquet, tennis shoes, and a water bottle
• Facility: Mount Holyoke's 12 outdoor courts and 6 indoor courts
• Inclement Weather Plan: Indoor courts are available for use as needed
  
• 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

MASSACHUSETTS CAMP FORMS

In addition to US Sports Camps' online forms, the following required documents MUST be brought to camp on the first day. Campers will not be permitted without the below documents.

• Physical Exam: Physician’s signature required. A physical exam performed within the last 18 months that is signed by your camper's physician is required and must be brought to camp on the first day.
• Prescription Medication Record Form: Required only if the camper will be using prescriptions during camp. Please print this form and bring this to camp on the first day. This form can be found in the portal.
• Immunization Certificate: Immunization records must be submitted in the form of an “Immunization Certificate." This can be provided by your camper's physician. This must be brought to camp on the first day.

HOUSING

• Dorm Hall: Rockefeller Dorms
• Dorm Location: Please take Chapin Rd into Mount Holyoke’s campus and this dorm hall is immediately on the left.
• Number of Campers per Room: Singles, Doubles, and Triples are available
• 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!
• Linens: Bed linens are NOT provided. We suggest bringing a pillow, pillow case, Twin sized sheets and/or a sleeping bag and a light blanket.
• Air Conditioning: The dorms do NOT have A/C, but they do stay relatively comfortable. Campers are encouraged to bring a fan.

EXTRAS

• Evening Activities: We take social activities seriously. Activities this summer will include a camp dance with a DJ, movie night, pool party, etc.
  
• 2023 Activity Fee: $35 fee for Overnight and Extended Day Campers. Please make check payable to Mike Gardner.
• Weekend Stayovers: Multiple week campers that elect to stay over the weekend will participate in organized “off campus” trips including fun parks, mini golf, bowling, and the mall. Campers are supervised by camp staff throughout the entire weekend. Cost: $300/weekend.

MEALS

All meals are included for overnight campers. Lunch and dinner are provided for all Extended Day campers. Lunch is provided for all Day campers. Meals start with dinner on the first day and end with breakfast on the last day. Meals will be served at the award-winning Valentine's cafeteria. This air-conditioned venue serves an excellent “all you can eat” variety of healthy hot and cold meals. This all-you-can-eat cafeteria includes a full-service salad bar with fresh fruits and vegetables, a large variety pizza bar, a dessert bar including ice cream "soft serve," cookies, and cakes, with drinks such as juice, milk, soda, athletic drinks, coffee, and tea.

TRAVEL

Nike Tennis Camp does not provide any transportation to/from camp from the airport, train stations, or bus depots, but we do have some options below for you. If you fly into camp, we recommend that you fly into Logan Airport.

• Uber and other ride-sharing options may be available for you to order on your own.

ADULT NIKE TENNIS CAMP AT MOUNT HOLYOKE

We're excited to also bring you an Adult Nike Tennis Camp at Mount Holyoke for ages 18 and over! Click the link for details.

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.

• Athletic, on-court tennis clothing

• Tennis Raquet(s)

• Tennis shoes (no running shoes)

• Sweatshirt/warm-up jacket and pants

• Water bottle

• Sunscreen

• Swimsuit and towel *we do have access to the pool this summer

• Signed Health & Release forms and waivers including MA required documents

Make sure to check out the 2019 camp highlights on our Instagram page.