Important: The information on this page relates to summer 2008. Programs and events for summer 2009 are still in the planning stages. Please check back after December 15th for updated information.

July 6-10, 2008

Camp Brochure

Enrollment Deadline: TBA
(Enrollment forms submitted after the deadline will be accepted only if
space is available.)

The Program
This coed camp for swimmers aged 12-16 is designed to enhance the technical aspects of stroke, training, and the strategies needed for each camper to compete at the top level of competitive swimming. Technical instruction, stretching and dry land training, training principles and stroke development are integral parts of the program. Practice sessions are held in a 25-yard indoor competition pool, located in Alfred University's McLane Center. Each athlete will be videotaped and receive a DVD with stroke analysis.

Campers stay in residence halls on campus (2 per room). Each camper must bring a swimming suit, towel, swim cap, fins, goggles and his/her own pillow, blanket and bed/bath linens for the week (bed linens to fit the extra-long twin residence hall beds). All meals are served in the campus dining hall.

When not in training sessions, campers enjoy planned activities on campus as well as free time for relaxation. Living, dining and learning together, campers have ample opportunity to get to know each other and develop lasting friendships.

The Director
The camp is directed by Brian Striker, Head Coach of Swimming and Diving at Alfred University.

Facilities
The beautiful Alfred University campus offers modern buildings and facilities, a 25-yard indoor competition pool, classrooms with state-of-the-art equipment, pleasant residence halls and dining rooms and lots of open spaces.

Schedule
Students attend classes during the day and enjoy recreational activities in the evening. View a sample weekly schedule >>>

Examples of evening activities include the following:

• Ice-breaker games on the first night to help everyone get acquainted
• Movies in Nevins Theater
• Outdoor games such as "Capture the Flag"
• Indoor games such as "Who Wants to be a Millionaire," ping pong, board games, etc.
• Social gathering with refreshments & music in the Knight Club
• Relaxing and socializing at the Terra Cotta Coffee House

Supervision
When campers are not in camp sessions, they are supervised by specially-trained college students who serve as Resident Directors (RDs) and Resident Advisors (RAs).

Fees, Room and Board
Residential camp fee: $425 per person covers room and board from dinner on the first day through lunch on the last day, individualized and group instruction, as well as additional organized activities and a fun-filled week.

Commuter rate: $310 (includes breakfast and lunch Monday through Thursday) Campers who wish to commute must arrive on campus by 7:45 a.m. for morning practice and be picked up no later than 5:00 p.m. (Exception: Commuter pick-up time on Thursday is 1:00 p.m.)

Team discount: If three or more swimmers from the same school or team enroll together, they will receive a discount of $25 per person. In order to be eligible for this discount, all enrollment forms and checks must be mailed to us in the same envelope.

Sibling discount: A discount of $10 per sibling will be given (in addition to the team discount, if applicable.)

Each participant is responsible for transportation, incidentals, and extra nights or meals. Details and directions will be sent to all campers upon our receipt of their enrollment form and payment. If, for any reason, a participant must be sent home early, all expenses will be paid by the camper/parent.

Financial Aid
Sorry, there are no scholarships or other forms of financial aid available for campers in any of our summer programs.

Enrollment Procedure
Swimmers who wish to enroll must return the completed enrollment form, along with a check in the amount of $425*, made payable to Alfred University, before the enrollment deadline of June 2, 2008. (See above for group rate information.) Later enrollments will be accepted only if space is available.

To access the enrollment form, please click on the underlined words to open the pdf file. Then simply print the form, fill it out, and send or fax it back to us with your payment.

Campers will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Enrollment is limited and this camp fills up fast, so it is a good idea to enroll as early as possible.

Swimmers who enroll will soon receive additional materials including a swimming experience questionnaire, medical forms, liability releases, emergency notification forms, etc., which must be completed and sent back so we receive them by June 13. Updated immunization information (including dates) is also required at that time. (If you do not have updated immunization information on hand, you may want to acquire this from your physician now to avoid processing delays.)

Cancellation Policy
Refunds, minus a $25 administrative fee, will be made for camper cancellations received by June 13. 50% refunds will be made for cancellations received between June 14 and June 27. We cannot make refunds to students who cancel after June 27 because we must hire staff, purchase materials, arrange for meals and reserve athletic facilities and housing space long before the start of our summer programs. We base all of these arrangements on the number of students accepted into each camp or institute and cannot make changes after contracts are signed and commitments are made.

*There will be a $25 charge for checks returned for insufficient funds.

Questions?
For further general information please contact the Office of Summer Programs at 607.871.2612 or via email.

For technical information about the camp please contact the camp director, Coach Brian Striker, via email or by calling him at 607.871.2893.

Comments from Past Participants:
"It was really fun and truly a learning experience. I felt myself become more confident in swimming my strokes overall. I enjoyed being coached by our coaches and also enjoyed having a lot of freedom. I thought that overall it was informative, but fun, too. I learned so much! Thank you!"

"I had a really good time and want to thank all the coaches because I feel I improved in many areas."

"Great camp!"

"The individual attention was very beneficial, including the stroke evaluations."

"Before I came to this camp I didn't realize how important dry land is. Thanks to this camp, I now know how I can prepare for a swim season without a pool!"

"I had a great time. You guys were awesome! Thanks for everything!"

"It was a good camp and well run. I especially liked the technique work because I feel it will help me a lot in the future. Good coach-swimmer ratio, too."

"I really enjoyed the camp! You all helped me a lot. Thank you so much!"

"Alfred University helped me to enjoy my summer and have fun with the sport I love."

"I have learned so much here that will help me get faster. Thanks so much!"

About Alfred
Alfred University is located in the Village of Alfred in the beautiful Finger Lakes region of Western New York State. You can take a virtual tour of our campus to check out our lovely grounds and great facilities!

The campus, a 6-hour drive from New York City, 2 hours from Buffalo and 1 1/4 hours from Rochester, is easily accessible by car or bus from all directions and is located just five miles south of Interstate 86. The nearest major airport is the Rochester International Airport (about 65 miles north). Transportation to and from the airport can be provided for an additional charge if we receive your request by the deadline indicated in your enrollment confirmation letter. After that date campers should make their own arrangements with an airport limo service.

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