Nike Volleyball Camp at Sacred Heart University

SECURE YOUR SPOT!

Please Note: All camps SOLD OUT in 2023. Due to SHU court renovations, camper spots will be limited in 2024. You can expect a high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early.

*IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR 2024 CAMPS*

Sacred Heart University's main gym is undergoing renovations. Campers will be utilizing the university's recreation gym, volleyball courts at Notre Dame Catholic High School (across the street), and grass courts for training. Limited capacity, sign up while spots are available!

2024 CAMP INFORMATION

• Age Group*: 10-18
• Gender: Girls
• Programs: All Skills, Position Specialty +Serving & Advanced
• Camp Types: Overnight, Extended Day (commuter)
• Facility: Recreation gym courts, Notre Dame Catholic High School courts, and grass courts
• Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch and dinner are provided for all Extended Day (commuter) campers.

*Overnight campers must be entering 6th grade or above in the Fall per Sacred Heart University policies.

2024 CAMP DATES

• July 22-25: All Skills
• July 25-28: Position Specialty (Hitter, Setter, Libero) + Serving
• July 28-31: Advanced

ATTEND MULTIPLE SESSIONS!

Want more training and a longer stay at camp? We encourage campers to maximize their camp experience by linking consecutive camp sessions together. Players have the option to attend All Skills (July 22-25) followed by Position Specialty (July 25-28) OR campers ages 14-18 can link Position Specialty (July 25-28) followed by Advanced (July 28-31). Campers will be supervised between sessions.

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 CAMP

• Dates: July 22-25, Monday-Thursday
• Gender/Ages: Girls, Ages 10-18
• Check-in: 3:00pm on Monday
  
• Check-out: Graduation is at 11:00am on Thursday. Parents are invited to attend! Check-out will follow immediately after.
• Extended Day Camper Schedule*: Monday 3:00pm-8:30pm, Tuesday-Wednesday 9:00am-8:00pm, Thursday 9:00am-11:00am
• Meals: Lunch and dinner will be provided for Extended Day campers. All meals will be provided for Overnight campers.
• Facility: Recreation gym courts, Notre Dame Catholic High School courts, and grass courts
• All Skills: 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.

POSITION SPECIALTY + SERVING CAMP

• Dates: July 25-28, Thursday-Sunday
• Gender/Ages: Girls, Ages 10-18
• Check-in: 3:00pm on Thursday
• Check-out: Graduation is at 11:00am on Sunday. Parents are invited to attend! Check-out will follow immediately after.
• Extended Day Camper Schedule*: Thursday 3:00pm-8:30pm, Friday-Saturday 9:00am-8:00pm, Sunday 9:00am-11:00am
• Meals: Lunch and dinner will be provided for Extended Day campers. All meals will be provided for Overnight campers.
• Facility: Recreation gym courts, Notre Dame Catholic High School courts, and grass courts
• Position Specialty: This Position Specialty program is geared towards players wanting to hone their skills in a specific position or skill. Campers choose one position to focus on for the duration of camp and receive specialized training on the latest techniques. Position Specialty options include: hitter, setter, and libero.

ADVANCED CAMP

• Dates: July 28-31, Sunday-Wednesday
• Gender/Ages: Girls, Ages 14-18
• Check-in: 3:00pm on Sunday
• Check-out: Graduation is at 11:00am on Wednesday. Parents are invited to attend! Check-out will follow immediately after.
• Extended Day Camper Schedule*: Sunday 3:00pm-8:30pm, Monday-Tuesday 9:00am-8:00pm, Wednesday 9:00am-11:00am
• Meals: Lunch and dinner will be provided for Extended Day campers. All meals will be provided for Overnight campers.
• Facility: Recreation gym courts, Notre Dame Catholic High School courts, and grass courts
• Advanced: This Advanced program is geared toward high school and club-level players (ages 14-17/grades 9-12) with 2-3 years of competitive experience. This intense, challenging program stresses position play, advanced team techniques, physical conditioning, and a higher level of competitive play.

*Wave Schedule for Extended Day Campers: Extended Day Campers check-in is at the time stated above on the first day of their camp. Everyone will receive a pick-up and drop-off schedule at check-in on the first day. Extended Day camper daily arrival and departure times may vary slightly based on a wave schedule. Campers will be assigned to their wave on the first day of camp. Extended Day Campers should be dropped off and picked up at the volleyball courts.

2024 HOUSING

The information below is subject to change each year.

• Dorms Name: TBA
• Dorm Style: Traditional Resident Hall
• Number of Campers Per Room: 2 per room, 2 per pod
• 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: Depends on dorm assignment
• Linens: Not included. Bring linens or a sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase, and a towel.
• 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.
• 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 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 age, ability, and experience.
• Equipment Needed: Players should supply their own kneepads and have at least one pair of well-broken-in volleyball (court) shoes. Campers do not need to bring their own balls.
• Facility: Recreation gym courts, Notre Dame Catholic High School courts, and grass courts
• A/C in Gym: N/A
• 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.

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
• 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.