Elite Swim Camps at Kenyon College
(See COMPETITIVE STROKE CAMPS AT KENYON COLLEGE at the bottom of the page)
These unique camp experiences are designed for highly-trained sprinters, breaststrokers, butterfliers/backstrokers, or distance swimmers and offer the most race-specific training for each specialty that you will find anywhere in the country. The Elite Camps bring in nationally and internationally renowned coaches and athletes in each specialty to provide campers with the most cutting-edge instruction and training used by the worlds best swimmers today. Enrollment is kept to a minimum to allow for better communication, more personal attention, and a greater appreciation of what it means to work together as a team.
The majority of swimmers who attend our Elite Camps are high school state qualifiers and even finalists. Our Elite Camps are designed for swimmers who are already excelling in a particular specialty, yet want to take their performance to the next level. Though the Elite Camps are open to any and all swimmers ages 13-18, they are most appropriate for swimmers with AAA times in their specialty or faster (based on USA Swimming’s National Age Group Motivational Time Standards). The campers who attend our Elite Camps chose the camp that focuses on their best stroke or specialty event. These camps are not designed for swimmers to work on their weakest stroke.
Back by popular demand in 2022 is the Elite Stregnth Camp. This camp will be open to swimmers ages 13-18. Elite Stregnth will focus on how swimmers can get stronger.
In the past twenty-three years, over 2000 swimmers from 49 states and 11 countries have participated in our Elite Camp programs for what proves to be a transformative and inspirational learning and training experience. A significant number of our elite campers have gone on to excel at the very highest levels of high school, YMCA, USA, NCAA and International competition, including 2008 Olympic Gold Medalist, Garret Weber-Gale!
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ELITE DISTANCE CAMP
June 5-9, 2022
Overnight Camper – $775
Day Camper – $610
A specialized program for the distance swimmer (ages 14-18), this five-day overnight camp provides Elite-level coaching, race-specific strategy, and attention to technique for distance swimmers. A highly requested camp, the Elite Distance Camp’s unique programming focuses on race technique, philosophies for creating effective race strategies, “breaking down” distance races to learn from personal best performances, and also dryland training specifically designed for the distance swimmer.
Headlining the camp will be former All-American distance swimmer, and Kenyon College Head Coach, Jessen Book. Coach Book was named NCAA DIII Woman’s Coach-of-the-Year in 2019. Coach Book also was recognized as NCAA DIII Men’s and Women’s Coach-of-the-Year in 2013, lead the men’s team to their second consecutive national title in 2014, and the women’s team to a second place finish at NCAAs. Book, a former All-American distance swimmer at Kenyon, was a four-year member of national championship teams and a team co-captain in his senior year. As a coach, Book has made his mark in the Distance events, coaching numerous distance swimmers to top-8 finishes at Nationals. Other leading collegiate and high school coaches, as well as accomplished collegiate swimmers, round out the staff (Click here to visit the staff page).
Coaches can rest assured knowing their athlete will not get out of shape. Three highly-specialized pool sessions incorporate high-intensity benchmark training and average approximately 10,000-11,000 yards per day.
*While the Elite Distance Camp is open to any and all swimmers ages 14-18, it is most appropriate for swimmers with AAA times or faster (based on National USA Swimming time standards). The majority of swimmers who attend our Elite Camps are high school state qualifiers and even finalists.
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ELITE BREASTSTROKE CAMP
June 12 – 16, 2022
Overnight Camper – $775
Day Camper – $610
Total Performance offers a unique camp experience designed specifically for breaststrokers. The Elite Breaststroke Camp is a highly-technical, five day, overnight training program for campers ages 13-18. The camp helps accomplished breaststrokers develop an even better understanding of the nuances and techniques of this complex stroke. Swimmers work on all aspects of breaststroke from the kick, turns, and pullouts, to the utilization of the underwater dolphin kick.
Headliner for the 2022 Elite Breaststroke Camp will be Head Princeton Swimming Coach Bret Lundgaard. Other leading collegiate and high school coaches in addition to accomplished collegiate swimmers will round out our Elite Camp staff. (Click here for more information about our phenomenal staff).
Coaches can rest assured knowing their athlete will not get out of shape. Three highly-specialized pool sessions incorporate high-intensity benchmark training that ensures that breaststrokers maintain their aerobic capacity. Elite Camp staff introduce training drills, dryland exercises, and powerful classroom sessions aimed towards developing breaststroke techniques to maximize potential by helping individuals adjust to the dynamics of fast swimming. Swimmers can also choose to be tested and trained on the Power Rack.
*While the Elite Breaststroke Camp is open to any and all swimmers ages 13-18, it is most appropriate for swimmers with AAA times or faster (based on National USA Swimming time standards). The majority of swimmers who attend our Elite Camps are high school state qualifiers and even finalists.
Register for Elite Swim Camps at Kenyon College
ELITE STRENGTH CAMP
June 9 – 12, 2022
Overnight Camper – $425
Day Camper – $310
Back by popular demand in 2022 is the Total Performance Strength Camp. Total Performance offers a unique camp experience designed specifically for swimmers who want to get stronger. The Elite Strength Camp is a highly-technical, three day, overnight training program for campers ages 13-18. The camp helps accomplished swimmers develop an even better understanding of the nuances and techniques of strength training for swimmers. Swimmers work on all aspects of power from dryland to water drills to increase their strength.
Headliner for the 2022 Elite Strength Camp will be Olympian and Aquatic Strength leader, Nick Folker. Other leading collegiate and high school strength coaches in addition to accomplished collegiate swimmers will round out our Elite Camp staff. (Click here for more information about our phenomenal staff).
Coaches can rest assured knowing their athlete will not get out of shape. Three highly-specialized sessions incorporate high-intensity benchmark training that ensures that swimmers maintain their aerobic capacity. Elite Camp staff introduce training drills, dryland exercises, and powerful classroom sessions aimed towards developing swimmers techniques to maximize potential by helping individuals adjust to the power dynamics of fast swimming. Swimmers can also choose to be tested in the weight room and on the Power Rack.
*While the Elite Strength Camp is open to any and all swimmers ages 13-18, it is most appropriate for swimmers with AAA times or faster (based on National USA Swimming time standards). The majority of swimmers who attend our Elite Camps are high school state qualifiers and even finalists.
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ELITE FLY/BACK UNDERWATER CAMP
June 5 – June 9, 2022
Overnight Camper – $775
Day Camper – $610
As an elite-level butterflier or backstroker, Total Performance provides an intensive five-day, overnight training program focusing on the most profound development of the last quarter century in the sport of competitive swimming – the underwater dolphin kick – or what has been called the “5th stroke.” A critical element to one’s success in butterfly and backstroke is becoming more effective in generating speed & efficiency underwater. Challenging practice sessions focus on the latest in butterfly/backstroke technique and race strategy. During the week you will be tested in a dozen different areas that contribute to success as a flyer or backstroker.
The Headliner for the 2022 ELITE FLY/BACK Underwater camp will be announced very soon.
Coaches can rest assured knowing their athlete will not get out of shape. Three highly-specialized pool sessions incorporate high-intensity benchmark training that ensures that swimmers maintain their aerobic capacity. Highly specific training drills and dryland routines, and powerful psychological techniques help campers adjust to the dynamics of fast swimming and maximize their potential.
*While the Elite Fly/Back Underwater Camp is open to any and all swimmers ages 13-18, it is most appropriate for swimmers with AAA times or faster (based on National USA Swimming time standards). The majority of swimmers who attend our Elite Camps are high school state qualifiers and even finalists.
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ELITE SPRINT CAMP
June 12 – June 16, 2022
Overnight Camper – $775
Day Camper – $610
Total Performance offers a unique camp experience designed specifically for sprint freestylers. The Elite Sprint Camp is a highly-technical, five day, overnight training program for swimmers ages 13-18 who excel in the sprint freestyle events.
The camp introduces participants to the most up-to-date and proven methods for developing speed and power. Campers will have the opportunity to work with one of the world’s leading sprint coaches Stephen Jungbluth: Stephen will be joined by Kenyon College Head Coach and Four-time NCAA Coach of the Year, Jess Book. Other leading collegiate and high school coaches, as well as accomplished collegiate swimmers, round out the staff (Click here to visit the staff page).
Coaches can rest assured knowing their athlete will not get out of shape. Three highly-specialized pool sessions incorporate high-intensity benchmark training that ensures that sprinters will maintain their aerobic capacity. Elite Camp staff introduce training drills, dryland exercises, and powerful classroom sessions aimed towards developing techniques to maximize potential by helping individuals adjust to the dynamics of fast swimming. Swimmers can also choose to be tested and trained on the Power Rack.
While the Elite Sprint Camp is open to any and all swimmers ages 13-18, it is most appropriate for swimmers with AAA times or faster in the sprint freestyle events (based on National USA Swimming time standards). The majority of swimmers who attend our Elite Camps are high school state qualifiers and even finalists.
CAMP HIGHLIGHTS
- Three swim sessions per day (on the full camp days) focusing on training, technique & testing
- Daily drylands
- Daytime classroom discussions with collegiate coaches and headliners on training physiology, stroke mechanics, race strategy and more
- Three delicious all-you-can-eat meals in Kenyon’s dining hall – all dietary needs accommodated!
- Evening lectures on topics like sports psychology, inspirational journeys, nutrition
- Pizza party night
- Take-home data from all test sets and performance capacity metrics
- Camp t-shirt
- Evening social activities & getting to know campers from all over the country and the world
- 24-hour supervision on a beautiful and safe campus
COMPETITIVE STROKE CAMPS AT KENYON COLLEGE
The cornerstone of the Competitive Stroke Camp’s success is a dedication to helping campers improve each of the four strokes when it comes to technique, training and race strategy.
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The Competitive Stroke Camp is a balanced curriculum emphasizing swimming efficiently, training effectively, working as a team and having fun. This holistic approach to becoming a better swimmer is at the essence of “Total Performance” and is one of the reasons swimmers find success with our camps. Training plans are different for older and younger campers, and further differentiated by training groups for a highly personalized experience.
Our campers receive small-group instruction in a low swimmer-to-coach environment, team and leadership building sessions, daily video analysis of strokes and classroom sessions. Most importantly, Total Performance campers have FUN – both in and out of the pool – with scavenger hunts, variety shows, games and meeting new friends!
The camp accommodates both the novice and highly-trained swimmer (ages 10 – 18). Please note this is not a learn-to-swim camp. We recommend campers to have had at least one season of competitive swimming and know how to swim all four strokes.
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KENYON COLLEGE – GAMBIER, OHIO
June 1-5, 2022 – Session 1 – Feature Coach – Fernando Rodriguez – Kenyon College
June 8-12, 2022 – Session 2 – Feature Coach – Fernando Rodriguez – Kenyon College
June 15-19, 2022 – Session 3 – Feature Coach – Fernando Rodriguez – Kenyon College
June 19-23, 2022 – Session 4 – Feature Coach – Fernando Rodriguez – Kenyon College
Overnight camper – $675
Day camper – $510
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CAMP HIGHLIGHTS
- Two swim sessions per day that emphasize training and technique
- Daily dryland sessions
- Daily stroke clinics
- Videotaping and individual video critiques with our collegiate coaches available at check-out for additional fee. A take-home flash drive of stroke critique videos to share with your parents & coaches
- Classroom discussions with special guest speakers and clinicians on training physiology, goal setting, nutrition, race strategy and more
- Three delicious all-you-can-eat meals each day – all dietary needs accommodated
- Fun evening activities including movies, games, scavenger hunt, the Total Performance talent show (bring your instruments, comedy sketch, super-human tricks, and more)!
- 24-hour supervision on a beautiful and safe campus
- Camp t-shirt
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