Commuter Stroke Camp

The “Stroke Camp” is structured to develop and enhance all four competitive racing strokes for younger swimmers.  The repetitive and “stacking” drill progressions are designed to enhance body position, stroke efficiency, breathing and timing.  The camp is designed for ages 8-12 who want to enhance their stroke efficiency utilizing a combination of drills and IM focused conditioning sets.  Specific stroke progressions are taught for the swimmer to internalize, process, and understand while at camp, and upon return-to-home.  We offer (2) training groups for younger (ages 9-10) and older (ages 11-12) campers in order to provide a variety of training set options for a highly personalized experience in our 14-lane facility. 

Our campers receive 10:1 camper-to-coach ratios.  The drill progressions are explained and displayed in the classroom first, then demonstrated in the pool.  The campers are provided multiple opportunities to display development, growth and understanding of the drills, in and out of the water.  We pride ourselves on individual feedback, knowing EVERY CAMPER BY NAME!

Commuter Stroke Camper - $495 (includes online registration fees and lunch Monday-Thursday.  Taxes paid for by registrant)

“Stroke Camp” (Ages 8-12) Daily Schedule

Sunday June 15, 2025

• 1:30-1:45pm: Camper Check-in at dorm
• 2:00 pm: Camper lecture at the pool
• 3:00 pm: Pool session 1 – Body position and axis stroke drills
• 4:30 pm: Stations (4X15 minute rotating stations)
• 5:30 pm: Pick up at UWSP pool

Monday-Tuesday June 16-17, 2025

• 8:00 am: Arrive at UWSP pool
• 8:15 am: Stroke/Nutrition/Training/PACE/GOAL SHEETS Lecture
• 9:15 am: Pool training 1/stations (long/short axis stroke drills)
• 11:45 am: Lunch at DEBOT (included with tuition)
• 2:00 pm: Lecture/dryland training
• 3:30 pm: Pool training 2/stations (stroke, speed & training sets)
• 5:30 pm: Pick up at UWSP pool

Wednesday June 18, 2025

• 8:00 am: Arrive at UWSP pool
• 8:15 am: Q&A session with coaching staff & group photo
• 9:00 am: Stroke drill review/aerobic & stroke training
• 12:00 pm: Camp checkout at dorm

Items to Bring to Swim Camp 2025

What commuter campers should provide:

• Campers should bring all personal swimming items— suits, goggles, caps, and plenty of towels.  Gear is not required (fins are optional).  For those who wear caps, writing the camper’s first name on the cap in block letters helps the coaches get to know the campers more quickly. This is optional, but highly recommended!
• (2) Suits                         
• (2) Goggles
• (2) Caps                         
• (1) towels
• Snacks and drinks
• Water bottle
• Sneakers (dry-land training & evening activities)
• Plenty of comfortable shorts, socks, and t-shirts
• Lock for locker room

What We Provide:

• Lunch provided at Debot dining center for commuter campers (Mon, Tues, Wed & Thurs)
• Swim gear to use at camp (bands, racks, dryland equipment & kick boards)
• Lockers are FREE (bring a lock!)
• The dorm has air conditioning and wifi during rest time following lunch

Spending Money

Campers will need very little money while at camp as lunch is paid for with commuter camper tuition. 

Swim Camp Store ---WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!

• $5.00 Stickers
• $5.00 H20 bottles
• $5.00 Lanyards
• $5.00 Swim caps
• $15.00 “old” Swim Camp tees
• $20.00 new t-shirts, plus a “freebie”
• $25.00-$40.00 long sleeve shirts or sweatshirts