Nike Volleyball Camp at UC Santa Cruz

SECURE YOUR SPOT!

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

2024 OVERVIEW

• Age Group: 10-18
• Gender: Girls & Boys
• Programs: All Skills & Advanced
• Camp Types: Overnight & Extended Day (Commuter)
• Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch and dinner are provided for all Extended Day (commuter) campers.

2024 CAMP DATES & TRAINING FACILITIES

• June 24-28: All Skills | Girls | Indoor & Sand Training
• June 29-July 3: All Skills | Girls & Boys | Indoor & Sand Training
• July 8-12: All Skills | Girls | Indoor & Sand Training
• July 15-19: Advanced | Girls | Indoor, Grass & Sand Training
• July 22-26: All Skills | Girls & Boys | Indoor, Grass & Sand Training
• July 29-August 2: All Skills | Girls & Boys | Grass only Training
• August 5-9: All Skills | Girls & Boys | Indoor, Grass & Sand Training

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 CAMP I (GIRLS)

• Session I: June 24-28 (M-F)
• Session II: July 8-12 (M-F)
• Training Facilities: Primarily indoor training with sand court rotations
• Gender/Ages: Girls (ages 10-18/grades 5-12)
• Check-in: 1:00pm-2:30pm on Monday at the dorm
• Check-out: 12:30-1:30pm on Friday at the dorm
• Extended Day Camp Schedule: 2:30pm-9:00pm Monday, 8:00am-9:00pm Tuesday-Thursday, 8:00am-12:30pm Friday
• Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch and dinner are provided for all Extended Day (commuter) campers.
• Program: This All Skills program is geared towards players, ages 10-18, of all abilities. This 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.
• Extra Activities: Team activities & campus tour

ALL SKILLS CAMP II (GIRLS & BOYS)

• Dates: June 29-July 3 (Sa-W)
• Training Facilities: Primarily indoor training with sand court rotations
• Gender/Ages: Girls (ages 10-18/grades 5-12) & Boys (ages 10-15/grades 5-9)*
• Check-in: 1:00pm-2:30pm on Saturday at the dorm
• Check-out: 12:30-1:30pm on Wednesday at the dorm
• Extended Day Camp Schedule: 2:30pm-9:00pm Saturday, 8:00am-9:00pm Sunday-Tuesday, 8:00am-12:30pm Wednesday
• Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch and dinner are provided for all Extended Day (commuter) campers.
• Program: This All Skills program is geared towards players, ages 10-18, of all abilities. This 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.
• Extra Activities: Team activities & campus tour

*Boys under 12 years old will train with both boys and girls. Boys over 13 years old will train with boys only.

ADVANCED CAMP (GIRLS)

• Dates: July 15-19 (M-F)
• Training Facilities: Primarily indoor training with sand and grass court rotations
• Gender/Ages: Girls (ages 14-18/grades 9-12)
  
• Check-in: 1:00pm-2:30pm on Monday at the dorm
• Check-out: 12:30-1:30pm on Friday at the dorm
• Extended Day Camp Schedule: 2:30pm-9:00pm Monday, 8:00am-9:00pm Tuesday-Thursday, 8:00am-12:30pm Friday
• Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch and dinner are provided for all Extended Day (commuter) campers.
• Program: This Advanced program is geared toward high school and club-level players (ages 14-18/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. Campers will receive elite instruction that will elevate and refine their technique and take their skills to the next level.
• Extra Activities: Team activities & campus tour

ALL SKILLS CAMP III (GIRLS & BOYS)

• Session I: July 22-26 (M-F)
• Session II: August 5-9 (M-F)
• Training Facilities: Primarily indoor training with sand and grass court rotations
• Gender/Ages: Girls (ages 10-18/grades 5-12) & Boys (ages 10-15/grades 5-9)*
• Check-in: 1:00pm-2:30pm on Monday at the dorm
• Check-out: 12:30-1:30pm on Friday at the dorm
• Extended Day Camp Schedule: 2:30pm-9:00pm Monday, 8:00am-9:00pm Tuesday-Thursday, 8:00am-12:30pm Friday
• Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch and dinner are provided for all Extended Day (commuter) campers.
• Program: This All Skills program is geared towards players, ages 10-18, of all abilities. This 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.
• Extra Activities: Team activities & campus tour

*Boys under 12 years old will train with both boys and girls. Boys over 13 years old will train with boys only.

ALL SKILLS CAMP IV (GIRLS & BOYS)

• Dates: July 29-August 2 (M-F)
• Training Facilities: Grass court training only
• Gender/Ages: Girls (ages 10-18/grades 5-12) & Boys (ages 10-15/grades 5-9)*
• Check-in: 1:00pm-2:30pm on Monday at the dorm
• Check-out: 12:30-1:30pm on Friday at the dorm
• Extended Day Camp Schedule: 2:30pm-9:00pm Monday, 8:00am-9:00pm Tuesday-Thursday, 8:00am-12:30pm Friday
• Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch and dinner are provided for all Extended Day (commuter) campers.
• Program: This All Skills program is geared towards players, ages 10-18, of all abilities. This 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.
• Extra Activities: Team activities & campus tour

*Boys under 12 years old will train with both boys and girls. Boys over 13 years old will train with boys only.

HOUSING (2024)

The information below is subject to change each year.

• Dorm Name: TBA
• Number of Campers Per Room: 2-3 per room
• Roommates: Roommate assignments will be shared upon camp check-in. 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 specific dorm assignment
• Linens: Not included. Bring linens or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase, and a towel.
• Air Conditioning: No A/C. Campers can bring fans.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?

• Instruction: Morning & Evening Volleyball Training Sessions only. Afternoon Team Activities.
• 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!
• Extra Activities: Team activities & campus tour

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: Indoor courts, sand courts, and grass courts
• 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.

OTHER IMPORTANT CAMP INFORMATION:

• LOST ROOM KEY & MEAL CARDS: Unless otherwise specified on your camp webpage, we do not require a room key or meal card deposit. However, if you do not return your key or meal card on the last day of camp, you will be responsible for all replacement charges from the host facility. US Sports Camps will charge the camper credit card on file for all costs due.
• SPENDING MONEY: We recommend $50 a week for spending money. Please do not bring a pre-written check. Camp pictures are available to purchase for $20.

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, long sleeve t-shirt for outdoor sessions)
• Indoor volleyball shoes, well broken-in
• Comfortable/Reliable Hiking shoes
• Outdoor athletic shoes for grass sessions
• Sand Shoes or Socks for sand sessions (optional)
• Hats/Sunglasses for outdoor sessions (optional)
• Knee pads
• Water bottle
• Sunscreen
• Snacks
• Small gym bag/backpack
• Spending money
• 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 (required)
• Comforter or sleeping bag (required)
• Pillow and pillowcase (required)

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.