2020 Camp Dates
June 5-6 Start & Turn Camp $250
June 8-12 Overnight Camp (Overnight $650; Day $420; Extended Day $500)
June 15-19 Overnight Camp (Overnight $650; Day $420; Extended Day $500)
July 7 Breaststroke Camp $125
July 8 Distance Camp $125
July 9 Sprint Camp $125
July 10-11 Start & Turn Camp $250
*Special pricing ($500) if signing up for all five days (July 7-11).
June 8-12 Overnight Camp (Overnight $650; Day $420; Extended Day $500)
June 15-19 Overnight Camp (Overnight $650; Day $420; Extended Day $500)
July 7 Breaststroke Camp $125
July 8 Distance Camp $125
July 9 Sprint Camp $125
July 10-11 Start & Turn Camp $250
*Special pricing ($500) if signing up for all five days (July 7-11).
Camp OverviewThese swim camps are designed to improve the swimmers’ technique in all four strokes as well as starts and turns. Our aim is to improve the knowledge of all aspects of swimming; nutrition, strength, teamwork, mental training, race strategies, and much more.
University of Utah Head Coach Joe Dykstra and Head Distance Coach Michele Lowry are leading the staff of Utah Swim Camps. The staff is decorated and well known in the swimming community with merits both internationally and nationally. The staff will focus on creating a comfortable positive environment for the campers; something we believe maximizes the learning for the swimmers. All campers will have two daily swim practices with the focus on technique. During each pool session we offer instant video feedback on all strokes, and/or starts and turns, which maximizes the learning experience. On top of that there will be informational presentations relevant to swimmers; each day will cover a different topic. At Utah Swim Camps we also value the social aspects of the camp and we will have team activities every night allowing the campers to develop their teamwork skills while at the same time enjoying their time with other campers. The camp is open to any and all entrants. Limited to ages 8-18. Please note it is strongly recommended that participants in this camp be able to swim at least 25 yards without stopping in order to be able to fully participate and remain safe in the pool. Space is limited and a waitlist will be made available when all spots are full. |
Camp PackagesPlease download your camp packet here and read it over carefully. Fill out required parts and send it back to Camp Director or bring it to day of registration.
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Styles of Camps
Start and Turn Day Camp:
June 5-6 (9am check in and 5pm check out)
July 10-11 (9am check in and 5pm check out)
This camp consists of two days of complete focus on starts and turns. We will use video review and analysis above and in the water to maximize learning and application to each camper's start and turn techniques. The campers will end each day with a 30-minute dryland session to help teach body line, posture, and power in their starts and turns. Campers are responsible for packing lunch and snacks.
Cost: $250
***$125 non-refundable deposit is required upon registration
Overnight Camp (Day and Extended Day Options available):
June 8-12 Overnight Camp
June 15-19 Overnight Camp
Overnight: $650
Day (8:30am-6pm) $420
Extended Day (8:30am-8:30pm) $500
**$125 non-refundable deposit is required upon registration
**Included in camp price are t-shirts and take home packets.
Each day features two in water sessions as well as video review, dryland led by the University of Utah Strength staff, educational sessions, and personalized instruction from both Utah swim coaches and athletes.
We will teach, coach and go over every stroke (Fly, back, breast, and free) and everything included to have a successful race, such as starts, turns, finishes, relay starts. Also included will be lectures and discussions of nutrition, mental preparation, goal setting, college swimming, dryland and weight training, all provided by professionals within his or her area of expertise.
We employ camp counselors with many years of experience with children of all ages. Please note that every coach and counselors goes through extensive background checks by the athletic department, the University of Utah and state of Utah.
Overnight Camp - Stay in dorms on campus at the 2002 Winter Olympic Village with Utah Swim Camp Staff. Supervised 24 hours a day. Served breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Breaststroke Camp:
July 7
Breaststroke is a complex stroke that is constantly being changed and modified to create peak efficiency. The University of Utah has historically been very strong in breaststroke. We will spend the day watching video of elite breaststroke swimmers as well as spending time progressing from basic drills to high level technique work. All pieces from the stroke, to the kick, to the pullout will be touched on. We will also focus on race strategy and stroke count so each athlete leaves with more knowledge and a better understanding of the stroke. Check in at 9am and check out at 4pm. Campers are responsible for packing lunch and snacks. Cost $125.
Distance Camp:
July 8
Distance swimming is more than just being able to swim for a long time. Athletes need to learn how to pace and change speeds throughout a long race. This camp will not only help create confidence in a race plan, but also teach athletes how to train everything from the mile, to the 400 IM, to the long stroke events. We will also fine tune stroke and kick counts as well as work through the mental side of distance training and racing. Check in at 9am and check out at 4pm. Campers are responsible for packing lunch and snacks. Cost $125.
Sprint Camp:
July 9
Looking for more speed, power, and acceleration? This camp will help you succeed in your goals, generate and create speed, and fine tune your race details. We will be focusing on all parts of the sprint races for all strokes. Many of these races come down to hundredths of a second making every small detail count. Be ready for some fun, innovative in and out of water drills that will help you ignite your inner sprinter. Check in at 9am and check out at 4pm. Campers are responsible for packing lunch and snacks. Cost $125.
June 5-6 (9am check in and 5pm check out)
July 10-11 (9am check in and 5pm check out)
This camp consists of two days of complete focus on starts and turns. We will use video review and analysis above and in the water to maximize learning and application to each camper's start and turn techniques. The campers will end each day with a 30-minute dryland session to help teach body line, posture, and power in their starts and turns. Campers are responsible for packing lunch and snacks.
Cost: $250
***$125 non-refundable deposit is required upon registration
Overnight Camp (Day and Extended Day Options available):
June 8-12 Overnight Camp
June 15-19 Overnight Camp
Overnight: $650
Day (8:30am-6pm) $420
Extended Day (8:30am-8:30pm) $500
**$125 non-refundable deposit is required upon registration
**Included in camp price are t-shirts and take home packets.
Each day features two in water sessions as well as video review, dryland led by the University of Utah Strength staff, educational sessions, and personalized instruction from both Utah swim coaches and athletes.
We will teach, coach and go over every stroke (Fly, back, breast, and free) and everything included to have a successful race, such as starts, turns, finishes, relay starts. Also included will be lectures and discussions of nutrition, mental preparation, goal setting, college swimming, dryland and weight training, all provided by professionals within his or her area of expertise.
We employ camp counselors with many years of experience with children of all ages. Please note that every coach and counselors goes through extensive background checks by the athletic department, the University of Utah and state of Utah.
Overnight Camp - Stay in dorms on campus at the 2002 Winter Olympic Village with Utah Swim Camp Staff. Supervised 24 hours a day. Served breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Breaststroke Camp:
July 7
Breaststroke is a complex stroke that is constantly being changed and modified to create peak efficiency. The University of Utah has historically been very strong in breaststroke. We will spend the day watching video of elite breaststroke swimmers as well as spending time progressing from basic drills to high level technique work. All pieces from the stroke, to the kick, to the pullout will be touched on. We will also focus on race strategy and stroke count so each athlete leaves with more knowledge and a better understanding of the stroke. Check in at 9am and check out at 4pm. Campers are responsible for packing lunch and snacks. Cost $125.
Distance Camp:
July 8
Distance swimming is more than just being able to swim for a long time. Athletes need to learn how to pace and change speeds throughout a long race. This camp will not only help create confidence in a race plan, but also teach athletes how to train everything from the mile, to the 400 IM, to the long stroke events. We will also fine tune stroke and kick counts as well as work through the mental side of distance training and racing. Check in at 9am and check out at 4pm. Campers are responsible for packing lunch and snacks. Cost $125.
Sprint Camp:
July 9
Looking for more speed, power, and acceleration? This camp will help you succeed in your goals, generate and create speed, and fine tune your race details. We will be focusing on all parts of the sprint races for all strokes. Many of these races come down to hundredths of a second making every small detail count. Be ready for some fun, innovative in and out of water drills that will help you ignite your inner sprinter. Check in at 9am and check out at 4pm. Campers are responsible for packing lunch and snacks. Cost $125.
SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE
Overnight Camp
8:20am - Check-in
8:30am – Stroke lecture
9:00-11am - In the pool swimming
11:30am-12:30pm - Lunch
12:30-1:45pm - Supervised free time and team activities
2:00-2:50pm - Lecture and discussion on assigned topic
3:00pm-4:50pm - In the pool swimming
5:00pm-5:50pm - Dryland
6:00pm - Day Campers are picked up
6:30pm - Dinner
7:30pm - Organized Camp Activity
8:30pm - Extended Day Campers are picked up
10:00pm - Lights out
8:20am - Check-in
8:30am – Stroke lecture
9:00-11am - In the pool swimming
11:30am-12:30pm - Lunch
12:30-1:45pm - Supervised free time and team activities
2:00-2:50pm - Lecture and discussion on assigned topic
3:00pm-4:50pm - In the pool swimming
5:00pm-5:50pm - Dryland
6:00pm - Day Campers are picked up
6:30pm - Dinner
7:30pm - Organized Camp Activity
8:30pm - Extended Day Campers are picked up
10:00pm - Lights out
REFUND POLICY:
A NON-REFUNDABLE deposit of $125 is due at time of registration. Final payment is due two weeks before the start of camp. If the camper must cancel and has paid in full, refund requests for all but the deposit must be made in writing prior to the start of camp and E-mailed to mlowry@huntsman.utah.edu. If your request is honored, your refund will be in the form of a check from the University of Utah and will be sent after camp has ended. NCAA rules specify that we cannot accept refund requests once camp has started.
AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION POLICY:
Transportation to and from the airport can be arranged for minors. Please arrange this with Camp Director. One of the counselors will pick the camper up from the airport and take the camper back to the airport once camp is over. Please provide us and the camper with a document proving that we are allowed to transport camper and pick up and drop off camper at the airport.
DISCOUNTS:
All University of Utah Employees will receive a 20% discount. Please email Michele Lowry for discount code (mlowry@huntsman.utah.edu).
A NON-REFUNDABLE deposit of $125 is due at time of registration. Final payment is due two weeks before the start of camp. If the camper must cancel and has paid in full, refund requests for all but the deposit must be made in writing prior to the start of camp and E-mailed to mlowry@huntsman.utah.edu. If your request is honored, your refund will be in the form of a check from the University of Utah and will be sent after camp has ended. NCAA rules specify that we cannot accept refund requests once camp has started.
AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION POLICY:
Transportation to and from the airport can be arranged for minors. Please arrange this with Camp Director. One of the counselors will pick the camper up from the airport and take the camper back to the airport once camp is over. Please provide us and the camper with a document proving that we are allowed to transport camper and pick up and drop off camper at the airport.
DISCOUNTS:
All University of Utah Employees will receive a 20% discount. Please email Michele Lowry for discount code (mlowry@huntsman.utah.edu).
