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Gamecock Swim Camps

Upcoming Events

EVENT DATES COST
Underwaters/Starts/Turns Camp 12/10/2022  completed
Short Axis Camp 04/22/2023 – 04/23/2023 $375.00* REGISTER 
Long Axis Camp 05/13/2023 – 05/14/2023 $375.00* REGISTER 
Sprint Camp I 06/03/2023 – 06/04/2023 $375.00* REGISTER 
Elite Training Camp 06/04/2023 – 06/08/2023 See Prices REGISTER 
Week Camp I 06/11/2023 – 06/15/2023 See Prices REGISTER 
Week Camp II 06/19/2023 – 06/23/2023 See Prices REGISTER 
Sprint Camp II 06/24/2023 – 06/25/2023 $375.00* REGISTER 
* Discounts and/or other fees may apply at checkout.

2023 Elite Training Camp

EVENT DATES WHO AGES COST
Elite Training Camp 06/04/2023 – 06/08/2023 All 10 – 18 See Prices REGISTER 
* Discounts and/or other fees may apply at checkout.

South Carolina Swimming, Overnight & Day Week Camp, focuses on training swimmers energy systems for success in summer swimming as well as developing and enhancing the training and racing skills of competitive swimmers. Elite Training Camp focuses on training energy systems and developing racing skills for high level swimming. Campers will train twice per day for two hours each session. In addition, campers can participate in dryland training. They receive education from our nutritionist and weight room coaches, including warm up and warm down routines. The South Carolina staff has developed Conference Record Holders, Conference, NCAA, International, and Olympic Champions!

Each camper is grouped with campers of similar age and ability. Each group will receive instruction and practice skills appropriate for that ability. We do our best to have a 10:1 camper to coach ratio, with highly energetic coaches from the South Carolina Swimming Staff and great coaches from around the United States.

Airport Pick Up & Departure Transportation Services: Camp Counselors will pick up your child to and/or from Columbia Metropolitan Airport. When making flight reservations to and from the Columbia Metropolitan Airport please schedule flights according to times listed below

Arrival: Please ARRIVE NO LATER than 2:00pm Eastern Time.

Departure: Please DEPART NO EARLIER than 2:30pm Eastern Time

Cost: $750 Overnight / $650 Commuter (early registration discount of $700 Overnight / $600 Commuter if registered on or before January 1st)

Deposit: You may pay a deposit of only $100 + processing fees, or pay in full, at the time of registration. If you pay the deposit only, balance must be paid by April 1st.  Balances can be paid here. Should you need to make different payment arrangements please contact Coach Duncan Sherrard at [email protected]

Day 1 – Schedule of Events
  • 3:00pm – 5:00pm: Registration
  • 5:00pm: Orientation Meeting at the Pool. Parents are welcome to stay!
  • 5:30pm: Introduction / Pool Session
  • 7:20pm: Dinner at Pool
  • 8:00pm: Group Activity
  • 8:30pm: Commuters picked up at the end of the pool walkway.
  • 9:00pm: Dorm Curfews
  • 9:30pm: Lights Out
Day 2, 3, 4 – Schedule of Events
  • 6:30am: Rise & Shine
  • 7:00am: Breakfast
  • 7:40am: Head to Pool
  • 7:45am: Commuters dropped off at Pool
  • 8:00am – 10:00am: Practice
  • 10:15am – 11:00am: Dry Land at Pool
  • 11:30am – 12:15pm: Lunch at the Dining Hall
  • 12:20pm – 1:15pm: Personal Time / Rest at the Dorm
  • 1:30 – 3:00pm: Technique Instruction & Practice
  • 3:00 – 3:30pm: Camp Store is Open
  • 3:30pm – 5:20pm: Group Activity
  • 5:35pm – 6:20pm: Dinner
  • 6:30pm – 7:30pm: Speaker
  • 7:35pm – 8:20pm: Group Activity
  • 8:30pm: Commuters picked up at the end of the pool walkway.
  • 9:00pm: Dorm Curfew
  • 9:30pm: Lights Out
Day 5 – Schedule of Events
  • 6:15am: Wake Up & Pack Up
  • 7:00am: Breakfast
  • 7:40am: Head to Pool
  • 7:45am: Commuters dropped off at Pool
  • 8:10am – 8:40am: Dry Land at the Pool
  • 9:00am – 9:45am: Review
  • 10:00am – 11:30am: Mini Meet at the Pool, Awards, Wrap Up. Parents welcome to watch! Camp Store Open.
  • 11:30am: Check out at the pool with parents and then proceed to the dorms with parents to retrieve your belongings. TURN IN KEY! $25 fee for keys not returned.
What To Bring:
  • Twin Sheets (XL) & Blanket OR Sleeping Bag (Air conditioned Rooms)
  • Pillow & Pillow Case
  • Alarm Clock
  • Bath Towels & Wash Cloths
  • Personal Toiletries
  • Sunscreen (Outside Activities)
  • Swim Suits
  • Goggles (2)
  • Swim Towels (2-4 Towels for Water Sessions)
  • Shorts & T-Shirts
  • Athletic Shoes/Socks (For Dryland Workouts & Games/Activities)
  • Rain Poncho (Highly Suggested)
  • Snacks & Drinks (*Optional – There are no refrigerators available in the dorms)
  • Shirts, shorts, and shoes are required in all areas outside the pool.
CAMPERS SHOULD NOT BRING:
  • Expensive electronic equipment, jewelry, excessive money, gum, or pets.
  • NOTE: Alcoholic beverages, drugs, firearms, knives, and fireworks are prohibited on the University of South Carolina Campus. Any items found not to be in compliance with University policy will be confiscated and the appropriate law enforcement action will be taken. Parents will be notified immediately. Smoking is prohibited.
AVAILABLE FOR CAMPER USE:
  • Coin operated washers and dryers are available for use in each residence hall.
  • Camp Store will be available at the pool.
Refund Policy:
The $100 deposit and processing fees are non-refundable. Canceling prior to April 1st you will receive a refund of all monies paid except the deposit and processing fees. After April 1st you will receive 50% of the camp fees less $100 and processing fees. After May 15th all payments made will be forfeited. Transfers are not permitted.

2023 Week Camp

EVENT DATES WHO AGES COST
Week Camp I 06/11/2023 – 06/15/2023 All 10 – 18 See Prices REGISTER 
Week Camp II 06/19/2023 – 06/23/2023 All 10 – 18 See Prices REGISTER 
* Discounts and/or other fees may apply at checkout.

South Carolina Swimming, Overnight & Day Week Camp, focuses on training swimmers energy systems for success in summer swimming as well as developing and enhancing the training and racing skills of competitive swimmers. Each group will train the needs for the distance of events in that group. Each day will focus on one of the four competitive swimming strokes with a technique session in the in the morning and a workout/technique session in the afternoon. Groups will train twice per day for two hours each session. In addition, campers will have the opportunity to do dryland training sessions, receive take home materials from our nutritionist and weight room coaches (who will provide each camper with a warm up and warm down routine).

Each camper is grouped with campers of similar age and ability. Each group will receive instruction and practice skills appropriate for that ability. We do our best to have a 10:1 camper to coach ratio, with highly energetic coaches from the South Carolina Swimming Staff and great coaches from around the United States. Our staff has developed Conference Record Holders, Conference, NCAA, International, & Olympic Champions!

Airport Pick Up & Departure Transportation Services: Camp Counselors will pick up your child to and/or from Columbia Metropolitan Airport. When making flight reservations to and from the Columbia Metropolitan Airport please schedule flights according to times listed below.

Arrival: Please ARRIVE NO LATER than 2:00pm Eastern Time.

Departure: Please DEPART NO EARLIER than 2:30pm Eastern Time

Cost: $750 Overnight / $650 Commuter (early registration discount of $700 Overnight / $600 Commuter if registered on or before January 1st)

Deposit: You may pay a deposit of only $100 + processing fees, or pay in full, at the time of registration. If you pay the deposit only, balance must be paid by April 1st.  Balances can be paid here. Should you need to make different payment arrangements please contact Coach Duncan Sherrard at [email protected]

Day 1 – Schedule of Events
  • 3:00pm – 5:00pm: Registration
  • 5:00pm: Orientation Meeting at the Pool. Parents are welcome to stay!
  • 5:30pm: Introduction / Pool Session
  • 7:20pm: Dinner at Pool
  • 8:00pm: Group Activity
  • 8:30pm: Commuters picked up at the end of the pool walkway.
  • 9:00pm: Dorm Curfews
  •  9:30pm: Lights Out
Day 2, 3, 4 – Schedule of Events
  • 6:30am: Rise & Shine
  • 7:00am: Breakfast
  • 7:40am: Head to Pool
  • 7:45am: Commuters dropped off at Pool
  • 8:00am – 10:00am: Practice
  • 10:15am – 11:00am: Dry Land at Pool
  • 11:30am – 12:15pm: Lunch at the Dining Hall
  • 12:20pm – 1:15pm: Personal Time / Rest at the Dorm
  • 1:30-3:00pm: Technique Instruction & Practice
  • 3:00-3:30pm: Camp Store is Open
  • 3:30pm – 5:20pm: Group Activity
  • 5:35pm – 6:20pm: Dinner
  • 6:30pm – 7:30pm: Speaker
  • 7:35pm – 8:20pm: Group Activity
  • 8:30pm: Commuters picked up at the end of the pool walkway.
  • 9:00pm: Dorm Curfew
  • 9:30pm: Lights Out
Day 5 – Schedule of Events
  • 6:15am: Wake Up & Pack Up
  • 7:00am: Breakfast
  • 7:40am: Head to Pool
  • 7:45am: Commuters dropped off at Pool
  • 8:10am – 8:40am: Dry Land at the Pool
  • 9:00am – 9:45am: Review
  • 10:00am – 11:30am: Mini Meet at the Pool, Awards, Wrap Up. Parents welcome to watch! Camp Store Open.
  • 11:30am: Check out at the pool with parents and then proceed to the dorms with parents to retrieve your belongings. TURN IN KEY! $25 fee for keys not returned.
What To Bring:
  • Twin Sheets (XL) & Blanket OR Sleeping Bag (Air conditioned Rooms)
  • Pillow & Pillow Case
  • Alarm Clock
  • Bath Towels & Wash Cloths
  • Personal Toiletries
  • Sunscreen (Outside Activities)
  • Swim Suits
  • Goggles (2)
  • Swim Towels (2-4 Towels for Water Sessions)
  • Shorts & T-Shirts
  • Athletic Shoes/Socks (For Dryland Workouts & Games/Activities)
  • Rain Poncho (Highly Suggested)
  • Snacks & Drinks (*Optional – There are no refrigerators available in the dorms.)
  • Shirts, shorts and shoes are required in all areas outside the pool.
CAMPERS SHOULD NOT BRING:
  • Expensive electronic equipment, jewelry, excessive money, gum, or pets.
  • NOTE: Alcoholic beverages, drugs, firearms, knives, and fireworks are prohibited on the University of South Carolina Campus. Any items found not to be in compliance with University policy will be confiscated and the appropriate law enforcement action will be taken. Parents will be notified immediately. Smoking is prohibited.
AVAILABLE FOR CAMPER USE:
  • Coin operated washers and dryers are available for use in each residence hall.
  • Camp Store will be available at the pool.
Refund Policy:
The $100 deposit and processing fees are non-refundable. Canceling prior to April 1st you will receive a refund of all monies paid except the deposit and processing fees. After April 1st you will receive 50% of the camp fees less $100 and processing fees. After May 15th all payments made will be forfeited. Transfers are not permitted.

2023 Sprint Camp

EVENT DATES WHO AGES COST
Sprint Camp I 06/03/2023 – 06/04/2023 All 10 – 18 $375.00* REGISTER 
Sprint Camp II 06/24/2023 – 06/25/2023 All 10 – 18 $375.00* REGISTER 
* Discounts and/or other fees may apply at checkout.

During this jam-packed two-day camp our staff will coach & demonstrate the proper sprint technique, stroke mechanics, tempo training, speed & power development for ELITE Sprinters. Campers will use all power equipment associated with developing POWER & SPEED!

Age:
10 – 18

Dates:
Camp I | 6/3 – 6/4
Camp II | 6/24 – 6/25
Registration opens 11/1

Cost: $400 (early registration discount of $375 if registered on or before January 1st)

Deposit: You may pay a deposit of only $100 + processing fees, or pay in full, at the time of registration. If you pay the deposit only, balance must be paid by April 1st.  Balances can be paid here. Should you need to make different payment arrangements please contact Coach Duncan Sherrard at [email protected]

Refund Policy:
The $100 deposit and processing fees are non-refundable. Canceling prior to April 1st you will receive a refund of all monies paid except the deposit and processing fees. After April 1st you will receive 50% of the camp fees less $100 and processing fees. After May 15th all payments made will be forfeited. Transfers are not permitted.

2023 Short/Long Axis Camp

EVENT DATES WHO AGES COST
Short Axis Camp 04/22/2023 – 04/23/2023 All 10 – 18 $375.00* REGISTER 
Long Axis Camp 05/13/2023 – 05/14/2023 All 10 – 18 $375.00* REGISTER 
* Discounts and/or other fees may apply at checkout.

Long Axis Camp focuses on freestyle and backstroke technique, while Short Axis Camp focuses on butterfly and breaststroke technique. During these jam-packed two-day camps, our staff coaches stroke mechanics, tempo training, and speed & power development. Campers learn to use all drills associated with correct swimming technique!

Age:
10 – 18

Dates:
Short Axis Camp (Breast/Fly) 4/22 – 4/23
Long Axis Camp (Free/Back) 5/13 – 5/14
Registration opens 11/1

Cost: $400 (early registration discount of $375 if registered on or before January 1st)

Deposit: You may pay a deposit of only $100 + processing fees, or pay in full, at the time of registration. If you pay the deposit only, balance must be paid by April 1st.  Balances can be paid here. Should you need to make different payment arrangements please contact Coach Duncan Sherrard at [email protected]

Day 1 – Schedule of Events
  • 8:00am – 9:00am: Registration / Check-In at Pool, Camp Store Open
  • 9:00am: Welcome From Coaches
  • 9:15am – 10:15am: Classroom Session: Short Axis Fundamentals
  • 10:30am – 12:30pm: Drill Session #1
  • 12:45pm – 1:45pm: Lunch Break
  • 1:45pm – 3:45pm: Drill / Swim Session
  • 3:45pm – 4:00pm: Questions / Dismissal

Day 2 – Schedule of Events

  • 8:15am – 9:00am: Check-In at Pool
  • 9:00am: Welcome & Review
  • 9:15am – 10:00am: Drill Session #2
  • 10:15am – 12:00pm: Swim / Power Session
  • 12:00pm – 12:15pm: Questions/Dismissal
Refund Policy:
The $100 deposit and processing fees are non-refundable. Canceling prior to April 1st you will receive a refund of all monies paid except the deposit and processing fees. After April 1st you will receive 50% of the camp fees less $100 and processing fees. After May 15th all payments made will be forfeited. Transfers are not permitted.

Carolina Natatorium

  • Pool Size: 50 x 25 yd
  • Diving Well (Depth Slopes of 12-14 Feet): 25 x 35 yd
  • Permanent Seats: 800
  • Moveable bulkhead installed in 2009 allowing the length of the pool to be set at 25 yards, 25 meters or 50 meters, allowing the Gamecocks to train for various meets.
  • Featuring 12 solid electronic moveable doors throughout the natatorium, the doors allow Gamecock swimmers the opportunity to practice under simulated natural conditions. The doors also open to a beautiful sun deck that allows athletes to take full advantage of the warm South Carolina sunshine.
  • Carolina Natatorium underwent another extensive renovation during the summer of 2010 when a new pool deck and an upgraded lighting system were installed.
  • Featuring two one-meter and three-meter boards and a five-meter diving platform, the natatorium’s diving area presents student-athletes with a first-rate training and meet facility.
  • The facility also features a state-of-the-art Colorado Timing system. It has a 10-lane readout for spectators and swimmers. The seating area features 800 permanent seats with movable seating to accommodate up to 400 more spectators.
  • Site of the 1995 SEC Championship, Carolina Natatorium served as a training site for the 1996 Russian Olympic Team in June 1996. The Natatorium was also the site of the men’s USA-Russia Dual Meet, nationally televised in April 1995.

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