Featured Swim Camp of the Week: Michigan Swim Camp

Four sessions open to any and all entrants, limited to 185 campers per session in Canham Natatorium at the University of Michigan. A staff of 50 and three instructional sessions per day, ensure the individual attention necessary for significant improvement. Coaches Mike Bottom, Dr. Josh White, Rick Bishop, Danielle Tansel, Mark Hill, Kurt Kirner, and Roger Karns are directly involved in coaching and teaching campers. All campers HD filmed daily and receive a written stroke analysis. Optional custom 4 view underwater video available for a fee. Choose the Intensive Training Tract or the Technique Development Tract. World-class staff provides leadership and mentoring that encourage each swimmer to strive for excellence in and out of the pool. Cost: $770/week includes instruction, swim cap, T-shirt, color photo, instructional printed materials, “goody bag”, and room and board; $620/week day camper fee includes all of the above (less room and board) and between-session supervision.

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Top Camp FAQs

How do I register for the Michigan Swim Camp?

Go to www.michiganswimcamp.com.

How do I pay the remaining balance of my camp registration?

To pay the remaining balance of your camp registration, go to michiganswimcamp.com. and follow the instructions.

What is included in the cost of swim camp?

The cost of the week long camp is $760 for resident camper staying in the UM dorms and $610 for commuter campers. The price of camp includes instruction, swim cap, T-shirt, photo, instructional DVD, booklet, goody bag, room and board (resident campers only), and use of the facilities.

What is your refund policy?

No refunds will be made except for illness or injury. Requests must be in writing, and accompanied by a written physician’s statement. Please remember any refund can only be attained from Michigan Swim Camp or Wolverine Swim Camp.

Who is eligible to participate?

Participants must be between the ages of 8 and 18. In order to stay in the dorms one must be 10 years old – University policy, no exceptions! While camps are open to any and all entrants, it is strongly recommended that participants have at least a basic level of proficiency in the water. This is not a “learn to swim” camp.

Camp Manager Coach Jim Richardson

Looking for Camp Counselors/Coaches

The Michigan Swim Camp at the University of Michigan is looking for individuals seeking an opportunity to work with Olympic coach Mike Bottom and staff. Five one-week sessions (June 12-17. July 10-14, July 31-August 4, August 7-11). Room, board, local telephone plus $520/week salary and $125 travel expense help. Applicants must be 21 years or older, have attended at least two years of college and have experience as a competitive swimmer and/or coach. References, CPR and First Aid certification are required. For more information and an application call 734-647-0862, fax 734-763-6543, email: danitans@umich.edu , or write to: Danielle Tansel, Michigan Swim Camp, 1000 S. State St., Ann Arbor, MI 48109. Candidates must be willing to work in an alcohol/drug-free environment.

Michigan Swim Camp, LLC

Jim Richardson, Camp Manager

8160 Valley View Dr. Cell: 734-845-8596

Ypsilanti, MI 48197 Fax: 734-484-1222

E-mail: umswim1@gmail.com

Web: www.michiganswimcamp.com

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