Nike Adult Tennis Camp at UC Santa Cruz
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Our Nike Adult Tennis Camp in California is one of our most popular adult camp locations. This tennis camp in Santa Cruz will leave you with a renewed enthusiasm for tennis, vastly improved skills, and the inspiration to keep tennis your game for life!
This adult tennis camp in Northern California will address your specific needs, increase your knowledge of the game and move you to the next level without forcing you to make radical changes.
Highlights Include
- Instruction from UCSC Tennis Coach Amy Jensen and her exceptional staff
- 4:1 student to teacher ratio
- Emphasis on Doubles skills and match play
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Camp Coaches
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Director Ross Pytko
Ross Pytko became the sixth head coach in UC Santa Cruz men's tennis's storied history in August 2023. Pytko joined the Banana Slugs after five years as an assistant at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Interim Director of Athletics and Recreation Courtnie Prather said "it was of utmost importance to find a partner who possessed a deep understanding of the legacy of our Men's Tennis program, had the necessary experience to continue its growth, and was committed to providing top-notch athletic opportunities for student-athletes in a respectful and educational environment that embodies the NCAA Division III philosophy and UC Santa Cruz's 'Principles of Community'. Ross is a diligent recruiter with a proven track record of success on the court and in the classroom. He is a compassionate leader who is dedicated to the growth and development of student-athletes into champions." Pytko played four years at Boston College, graduating in 2004 with a degree in Psychology. He went on to earn a law degree from Suffolk University in Boston before beginning his coaching career.
Camp Details
2024 CAMP DATES
- July 12-14
- July 19-21
- July 26-28
- August 9-11
- August 16-18
- August 23-25
CAMP PROGRAM
Camp is geared towards adult players of all levels. Upon arrival, all participants are evaluated by the staff so that their own instructional needs can be addressed throughout the week. Camp includes drills, matches, and a personal evaluation.
We offer an adult day camp that runs Friday-Sunday for men and women, ages 18+, of all skill levels.
CAMP SCHEDULE
- Check-In: Friday: 4:00pm at the East Fieldhouse Courts.
- Check-Out: Sunday: 12:00pm at the East Fieldhouse Courts.
- Daily Schedule: Friday 4:00pm-7:00pm, Saturday 9:00am-4:00pm, and Sunday 9:00am-12:00pm
Please note: These are Day Camps and only and run during the hours listed above. The camp tuition DOES NOT include housing. Campers are required to provide their own overnight accommodations.
MEALS
Lunch is not included. Campers are required to provide their own lunch.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: Daily tennis training
- Camp T-shirt & Prizes: All campers receive a Nike Tennis Camps t-shirt and prizes
INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY
- Ratio: 4:1 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: Campers will play on UCCS's 12 ocean view outdoor tennis courts.
- Inclement Weather Plan: Coaches will communicate any changes in plans with campers directly
- 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
OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS
Please note: This is a Day Camp only. The camp tuition DOES NOT include housing. Campers are required to provide their own overnight accommodations.
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 Racquet(s)
Tennis shoes (no running shoes)
Sweatshirt/warm-up jacket and pants
Water bottle
Sunscreen
Signed Health & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
COMPANY POLICIES
For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.
NIKE TENNIS CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our tennis camps please see our FAQ page
JUNIOR NIKE TENNIS CAMP
We're excited to also bring you a junior Nike Tennis Camp at UC Santa Cruz! Click the link for details.
SWING VISION
Maximize your camp experience with SwingVision, an iPhone app that provides the following benefits when you record your play: watch a full match in 20 minutes with the dead-time automatically removed, view stats like shot placement, court positioning, shot speed, and consistency for each shot type, filter to particular shot or point types and easily create highlight videos of certain points or shots, access video analysis, and stats immediately after you finish recording, all on unlimited cloud storage.
Camp Code: TNARSC
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.